Best Self-Care Gifts
The Best Self-Care Gifts, Starting at $9
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A great gift is useful, thoughtful, and shows appreciation to your loved ones. No matter who you're shopping for, you can't go wrong with a present that helps them practice self-care. Self-care can mean so many different things to different people, and we'd define it as anything that makes you feel more nourished and energized about life. Gift-giving is one of our favorite love languages, and we'll take any excuse to shower our loved ones with something special, so we crafted the ultimate self-care gift guide. Because, let's face it, some of the best gifts to give are those we'd like to receive ourselves, and we'd be so happy to open up any of these presents.
Whether it's a massage device as a reminder to take care of their muscles (for that friend dedicated to two-a-day workouts), something for sleep, or some relaxing aromatherapy, there's a top self-care gift at every price point — starting at just $9. We're particularly into self-reflection journals and the weighted sleep mask. Looking for something luxurious? Treat them to a Diptyque candle or an infrared sauna blanket for a five-star spa-like experience. Plus, we found some unique self-care gifts, such as CBD gumdrops that are both delicious and calming and a coffee mug warmer that adds a bit of coziness to anyone's workday.
These goodies will help your loved ones show up for themselves. Shop the best self-care gifts ahead — for your best friends, significant others, or even yourself.
A Self-Care Gift For Aromatherapy
PS Lavender Shower Steamers ($9)
PS's Shower Steamers are a useful gift that brings a calming, aromatic experience to the shower. Once the water droplets hit the tablet, the essential oils are released into the air for a spa-like experience. Taking slow, deep breaths will turn a regular shower into a moment of self-care.
A Self-Care Gift For Facial Massage
Baimei IcyMe Jade Roller & Gua Sha Set ($10, originally $13)
With this facial roller and gua sha set, they can drain all the tension and puffiness out of their face. Both tools help sculpt and lift the face while providing a relaxing facial massage and lymphatic drainage. They can store these in the refrigerator for a depuffing, cooling sensation.
A Self-Care Gift For a Skin-Care Enthusiast
Heritage Store Rosewater Spray ($12)
Rosewater is one of our favorite ingredients to help with inflamed skin. They'll appreciate having this calming facial spray to soothe and hydrate their dry or irritated skin. Plus, it smells so good that they'll want to have it with them everywhere, and it makes for the perfect mid-day refresher.
A Self-Care Gift For a Nighttime Routine
PS Weighted Sleep Mask ($16, originally $19)
Help them unwind for bed with PS's Weighted Sleep Mask. The clay bead filling gently puts pressure on their eyes to help block out light and ease them into a relaxing state for deeper sleep. It also has a soft lavender and mint scent for a dose of aromatherapy.
A Self-Care Gift For a Beauty Lover
Grace & Stella Under Eye Masks ($23, originally $26)
Undereye masks are a great gift for the beauty lover who needs to indulge in a moment of self care. You get 24 pairs of these depuffing hydrogel eye masks from Grace & Stella, and they come in several different colors. They are packed with retinol, hyaluronic acid, and ceramide to smooth fine lines, hydrate, and plump the skin around the eyes.
A Self-Care Gift For a Warm Beverage
KitchekShop Coffee Mug Warmer ($25, originally $40)
This coffee mug warmer lets them keep their coffee or tea hot for hours. It has a 12-hour timer setting and four temperature settings, so they can adjust it to their ideal temperature. It's perfect for their desk setup or bedside table. Every sip will feel like a warm and cozy hug from the inside.
A Gratitude Journal Self-Care Gift
"The Five-Minute Journal" ($29, originally $30)
Practicing gratitude is one of the most insightful ways to practice self-care. If you're shopping for someone who loves to journal, "The Five-Minute Journal" is a viral bestseller that makes for a perfect gift. There's something so satisfying about starting and ending the day with gratitude and reflection. Read more in our review of "The Five-Minute Journal".
Editor Quote: One of our editors says it converted her into a morning person. "It's a great way for me to set an intention for my day, start with gratitude, and remind myself of what's really worth prioritizing." - India Yaffe, former associate editor, Shopping
A Wellness Journal Self-Care Gift
Papier Rise and Shine Wellness Journal ($35)
If they want to dive deeper into their wellness and self-care, the Papier Rise and Shine journal is a great gift. It allows them to keep track of their habits, intentions, wellness rituals, and self-care goals for the day, week, and month. Plus, they can track their sleep, and even personalize the journal with their name.
A Self-Care Gift For Staying Hydrated
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle ($35)
Staying hydrated is a core part of self-care, and getting them their new emotional support water bottle is a gift that keeps on giving. The Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle is the latest it water bottle to go viral on social media for its fun colorways and functional design. In fact, two of our editors tested it out and can't stop raving about it in their review of the Owala FreeSip Water Bottle.
Editor Quote: "I started using it straightaway and the rest was history. Beyond its aesthetics, I fell in love with the dual-function straw. What makes it so great is that you can either sip through the built-in straw (ideal for avoiding spills when it's full) or swig from the spout opening when you need a lot more water at once (perfect for those intense Sculpt classes)." - Marisa Petrarca, contributing editor, Shopping
A CBD Self-Care Gift
Molly J. Sparkling Sampler ($39)
If they're interested in dabbling in CBD, there's no better way to test it out than with a gummy CBD candy. We all love a little something sweet, and this Molly J. Sparkling Sampler makes for the perfect gift. It contains three of the brand's top flavors: Sparkling Pomegranate Champagne, Elderflower Grapefruit, and Pear Ginger.
A Self-Care Gift For Bath Lovers
Royal Craft Wood Luxury Bathtub Caddy Tray ($40, originally $53)
Shopping for someone who loves to unwind with a relaxing bath? The Royal Craft Wood Luxury Bathtub Caddy Tray is the ultimate bath setup with various compartments for their bath and skin-care products. They can read or catch up on their favorite TV shows in the tub without worrying about drowning their reading material or devices. There's also room for drinks and snacks, because why not?
A Self-Care Gift For Comfort
YnM Weighted Blanket ($70-$90)
This YnM Weighted Blanket will keep them warm and comforted. It's the perfect thing to grab for a movie marathon. Choose between a variety of sizes, colors, and weights — anything from five to 20 pounds. We like the 15-pound weight since it's hefty enough to feel like a hug but not stiflingly heavy.
A Self-Care Gift For Sleep
Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase ($89-$132)
Shopping for someone who needs to prioritize their sleep? The Slip Silk Pillowcase will make their bedding feel even more luxurious. Plus, it helps reduce frizz and hair breakage, and it is gentle on the skin. It comes in a bunch of different colors and is available in both queen and king pillowcases.
A Self-Care Gift For Travel
The Skinny Confidential Mint Roller ($89)
Our editor always travels with her Mint Roller to relieve tension in-flight. This dual-sided roller has a contoured side to help with sculpting and lifting and a rounded side to help with depuffing. It's perfect for those who feel neck and shoulder tension, or just need a pick-me-up while traveling. You can read more about it in our review of The Skinny Confidential Mint Roller.
Editor Quote: "Although it's primarily a facial tool that helps you appear more sculpted and revived, I actually use it to help with pain relief too. It has been my go-to for relieving neck and shoulder tension, especially on long plane rides. The indent of the contour roller perfectly hugs my jawline and cheekbones, which feels amazing when massaging out the tension in that area. I use it to relieve headaches and migraines, as well as stuffiness from allergies and irritation." - Anvita Reddy, assistant editor, Shopping
A Self-Care Gift For Candle Lovers
Diptyque Baies Scented Candle ($115-$230)
It's always an appropriate time for the luxurious Diptyque Baies scented candle. Once they light it up, they will immediately feel at peace. This candle is one of the brand's most popular scents, with notes of rose and black currant, and is intoxicating. It'll immediately fill up any room.
A Self-Care Gift For Homebodies
Quince European Linen Sheet Set ($140, originally $259)
If you ask us, new bedding is always welcome in our homes, so give the gift of restful sleep with the Quince European Linen Sheet Set. The fabric is soft, breathable, and comes in over 30 different colors. It's made from 100 percent European flax, and it gets softer after every wash. Check out our review of the Quince European Linen Sheet Set for more.
Editor Quote: "The sheets were heavy but breathable, and I found — like my comforter — that they get softer with each wash. I slept great that night, and the night after, and the one after that. I never got too hot or too cold." - Haley Lyndes, former assistant editor, Shopping
A Self-Care Gift For Muscle Recovery
TheraGun Mini Handheld Electric Massage Gun ($199)
When stressed, so many of us tend to get knots in our back or tightness in certain parts of our body. Give them the ultimate tension-relieving gift of a Theragun Mini. The handheld massage device is intense, but it does work like you've just gotten a deep tissue massage. It's a generous present they'll use all the time, and it's travel-friendly. It comes with three attachments, including the standard ball, a dampener, and a thumb.
A Luxurious Self-Care Gift For Sauna Enthusiasts
HigherDose Infrared Sauna Blanket ($699)
If they love the feeling and effects of a sauna but can't build one in their home, this HigherDose Infrared Sauna Blanket is a brilliant present. It helps with muscle relaxation and recovery, boosts blood circulation, and more. This blanket will get so much use and is such a thoughtful gift for someone you really love.
— Additional reporting by India Yaffe
Anvita Reddy (she/her) is a former assistant editor for PS Shopping. She has a passion for products and reviews home gadgets, cookware, tech, and more. Having dealt with acne as a teenager and into adulthood, her expertise lies in beauty. At PS, she tested skin care, makeup, and hair care, plus countless other beauty products.
India Yaffe was an associate editor on the Shopping team at PS for five years. She focused on curating the best fitness, fashion, beauty, and home products on the market for the PS audience.
