There are no cut and dry options when choosing the best wellness gifts for friends and family, since everyone has a different definition of the word. For the person who uses their beauty routine to unwind, skincare gifts like Lyma's celebrity-approved cold facial laser or Mount Lai's rose quartz facial roller set can provide ultimate relaxation.
And speaking of woosah, meditation cushions and soothing sound machines from Quiet Mind and Hatch practically wrap themselves, and make checking off names on your shopping list a no-brainer. Plus, if moving around or just working up a sweat is your friend or family member's go-to to feel more at ease, allow us to suggest some more fitness-related gifts for them to enjoy. For starters, we're eyeing a detoxifying infrared sauna blanket from the experts at HigherDose.
Since the best wellness gifts can provide both the gift giver and recipient with extra endorphins, we've rounded up some of the top options available to suit just about anyone—even the person who already has "everything."
Encourage them to take a few moments for self-care with this scented body and hair oil from the fragrance experts at Diptyque. It combines notes of jasmine, ylang-ylang and saffron for a floral, woody scent that provides instant relaxation.
Actor Courteney Cox's Homecourt Kitchen Trio will not only elevate their cleaning supplies, but provide them with a bit of aromatherapy at the same time. The brand's dish soap, surface cleaner, and hand soap is available in five different scent options, including Steeped Rose and Cipres Mint for the ultimate sensorial experience.
For a wellness gift that keeps on giving, consider gifting them with a year-long subscription box filled with best-sellers from Flamingo Estate. They'll unwrap everything from beauty products to cooking staples with each delivery that are always perfectly in season.
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Not only is the Dyson Zone ideal for canceling out noise, but it also includes a detachable, air purifying mouthpiece that filters up to 99 percent of environmental pollutants. Plus, just think how cool they'll look wearing it around town—Tron and Iron Man, who?
Editor's note: The Dyson Zone does not filter against COVID-19 and its variants.
The friend who lives for magic hour will be thrilled to receive this vibrant LED sunset lamp that rotates up to 90 degrees to project different halo effects.
They'll not only unwrap a professional-level mat and a set of one-, two-, or half-pound weights from Bala with this kit, but also a matching set of the brand's resistance bands for good measure.
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What's the next best thing to shut-eye in a silky sleep mask? These high-tech SmartGoggles from Therabody, which are basically three gifts in one. The device contains a SmartRelax mode that uses personalized vibration patterns to lower their heart rate, a Focus Mode that uses heat and vibration to reduce eye strain, and Sleep Mode to lull them to bed with gentle temple massage.
This wellness gift is not only practical, but stylish, too: Created by lifestyle brand Vitruvi in partnership with Mejuri, this sleek, cordless diffuser features four- and eight-hour settings for a consistent home scent.
Even if they're not drinking coffee at the moment, your giftee can feel like a barista in their own kitchen with this handy matcha kit from Golde. It contains ceremonial-grade matcha sourced directly from Japan, along with a handy bamboo whisk that makes up to 15 cups.
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The friend who always manages to get in some sauna time at the spa can appreciate this top-rated tool from HigherDose. This infrared sauna blanket aims to improve its user's circulation and level of relaxation with a good sweat, and only takes 10 minutes to heat up.
Here's a gift that keeps on giving: This powerful neck and back massager features eight modes to help them relax, as well as three speed levels for ultimate customization. And did we mention over 55,000 Amazon customers are giving it gold stars?
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Your family member can use these easy Lululemon slides as regular house slippers, or after a workout to relax aching feet. While they're made with a combination of soft and firm foam, they also feature a rubber outsole for added traction.
Tushy's professional-level Spa 3.0 bidet proves that you don't have to spend a ton of money on a wellness gift for it to be a game-changer for your giftee's routine. It seamlessly attaches to most toilet seats, and includes water pressure and temperature controls to keep them feeling their cleanest.
Help them minimize their screen time by gifting them this mini puzzle that won't take too much time to complete. And if your friend is all about their sun sign, we're betting they'll be even more excited to start putting its 70 pieces together.
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As a proud cat mom, I understand first-hand the difficulty of trying to be a plant mom at the same time, as some varieties can be toxic to our furry friends. If your giftee is also dealing with a similar issue, this three-month pet-friendly subscription from The Sill might be one of the best gifts they receive all year (it even includes the pots).
Here's a set of stainless steel ice globes they can pop in their skincare fridge (or regular one) to de-puff and literally chill. Your friend can use these globes in an upward motion to lift contours, or in a downward motion to encourage lymphatic drainage.
There will be no question what time it is after your giftee applies these reusable silicone under-eye masks from KNC Beauty. Plus, since the patches are housed in a slim, mirrored case, they're easy to keep track of.
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Perfect for the wellness enthusiast that doubles as a Dr. Barbara Sturm superfan, this beauty bundle aims to target inflammation from the inside out. In addition to beauty tonic and a beauty shot, they'll also unwrap a tube of face cream and a jar of Sturm's Skin Recovery supplements.
Consider this candle gift a gentle reminder for an overworked family member in need. It features a calming blend of peppermint, rosemary, and thyme.
Tiffany Dodson
Associate Beauty Commerce Editor
Tiffany Dodson is currently the associate beauty commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, where she specializes in trend forecasting, building relationships with major and emerging brands, and crafting shopping stories—from holiday gift guides to product road tests. Tiffany's work has previously been featured in outlets like SELF, Bustle, and Teen Vogue, and she's been quoted as a commerce and beauty expert in publications and platforms like The Business of Fashion and NPR’s Life Kit podcast.