Shop WISely This Season: Top Holiday Gifts for Wellness Lovers
The holiday season is upon us, and it's the perfect time to give gifts that nurture well-being and encourage a balanced lifestyle. From rejuvenating hair care products to calming yoga essentials, these wellness gifts are designed to bring joy, relaxation, and self-care into the lives of your loved ones. Whether you're shopping for beauty enthusiasts, fitness fans, or those who could use a little extra pampering, this guide is packed with thoughtful ideas to help everyone on your list feel their best. Let’s dive into the ultimate holiday wellness gift guide, featuring some of our partners' products and the team's personal favorites.
For the Active Lifestyle
If you’re looking for a gift for the yogi, runner, or fitness fanatic in your life. Check out some of our favorite gift options to keep them moving.
Sprints Gear
Sprints’ motto is “Sweat in Color” and they mean it. The company is best known for their hats and visors that feature repeating patterns that include pasta, Santa, turtles, and Sasquatch. The hats and visors are perfect for runners and outdoor enthusiasts.
You can also buy sweat towels, sling bags, clothing, and other accessories in equally fun designs. Sprints gear is perfect for the friend who wants to stand out in the crowd. Shop Sprints here.
Liforme Yoga Mat
The yogi in your life will love a Liforme mat, a top of the line mat. These are the grippiest mats out there (for the hot yoga lover) and have a unique AlignForMe® system to provide visual alignment feedback. The company is also certified B Corp and the mats are eco friendly. Shop their mats here.
goodr Sunglasses
goodr sunglasses were originally designed to solve a problem: running sunglasses were expensive, ugly, and over-engineered. Their sunglasses are no slip, no bounce, all polarized and have fantastic names like “Sunbathing with Wizards” and “Gardening with a Kraken” in every color imaginable. They have a wide variety of options for different frames, head size, and activities including running, cycling, and golf. Shop their sunglasses here.
Running Girl Sports Bras
With over 42K reviews these are the one and only sports bras that you can wash without the cups falling out! This sweat-wicking cross-strap bra gives you the coverage and support you need for yoga, running, and the gym—without restricting your movement or breath. There are endless colors to choose from and features a cute, criss-cross strap design. They range in size from XS to 3XXL and won’t break the bank. Shop on Amazon.
Manduka Yogitoes® Yoga Mat Towel
Yogitoes® towels, from Manduka, offer superior grip for a zero-slip ride. Each ultra-absorbent towel features a vibrant color or print to match your flow from beach, to hot yoga studio, and beyond. Our resident yogi swears they're worth the cost. Plus, they are constructed of recycled plastic bottles for sustainability. Shop Manduka here.
ClassPass gift card
If you’re not sure what to get but know they love group fitness or trying out new gyms, go for a ClassPass gift card. The recipient can use it to access thousands of gyms, studios, spas & salons via the easy to use app. This gift card can also be sent digitally so no shipping or in-person meetup required. Buy a ClassPass gift card here.
For Self-Care and Beauty
For the person in your life that enjoys a self-care moment and shopping for beauty products, we have our round-up of gifts that will have them pampered and relaxed.
My Pure Package’s “The Heart Mend Box”
Elevate self-care with My Pure Package’s all-natural, eco-friendly products that celebrate purity and sustainability. From soothing skincare to calming aromatherapy, they have plenty of gift options to help your loved one feel their best. We love “The Heart Mend Box” for anyone struggling during the holidays. It includes a candle, sugar scrub, herbal tea, oil spray, and body wash carefully crafted to provide comfort and restoration. Buy it here.
Eleven/22 Hair Products
Eleven/22 is dedicated to supplying toxic free, plant based, and nutrient rich hair care, skin care, supplements, and more. Their products are handcrafted, vegan, eco-friendly, and cruelty-free. We’re digging their Aloe Lavender Moisturizing Shampoo and Lavender Leave-In Conditioner. Nourish and moisturize the hair with the relaxing scent of lavender for those everything shower days your friend loves! Shop their website here.
Skin by Brownlee & Co. Ice Therapy Cyroball
Founded by esthetician and skin care expert Sylvia Brownlee in 2015, Skin by Brownlee & Co.’s mission has always been to bolster confidence through skin care. They have a variety of serums, cleaners, and moisturizers but we want to highlight the SBBC Ice Therapy Cryoball. This innovative tool combines the soothing power of ice therapy with a smooth gliding stainless steel ball, delivering a comfortable, rejuvenating massage experience. Its cutting-edge insulating gel technology ensures the ball maintains its optimal temperature, providing extended, uninterrupted therapy. Shop it here for your loved one who enjoys trying new beauty products.
First Aid Beauty Tinted Mineral Sunscreen
Yes, we all still have to wear sunscreen in the winter. Thankfully First Aid Beauty makes it easy with their Weightless Liquid Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide SPF 30. It’s luxuriously lightweight with an ultra-sheer tint that blends seamlessly into skin for a satin finish. Plus, it won’t clog your pores and is vegan, non-comedogenic, gluten-free, nano-free, parthenolide-free, and silicone-free. Buy it here!
Tula Skincare Under Eye Balm
The first line under the product description is “Your 8 hours of sleep in a tube!” Count us in. For your friend who works long hours or a new parent, Tula Under Eye Balm delivers an instant pick-me-up so you look refreshed and feel energized. It’s infused with caffeine and hyaluronic acid. It doesn’t contain parabens, sulfates, phthalates, or fragrance. Shop here. (P.S. Do not actually tell them they look tired.)
CAKES Nipple Covers
For your close girlfriends, family, and you, CAKES Nipple Covers “prevents nipple freak out.” These are perfect for holiday dresses that aren’t bra friendly! These don’t use sticky adhesives but rather grip to your skin. They are made with 100% medical grade silicone and go through extensive skin safety and toxicity testing to ensure the girls have the most gentle coverage possible A direct quote from a WISe team member “these are a game changer!” Check them out in a variety of sizes here. Bonus: $1 is donated for every order to breast cancer research.
For Wellness on the Go
Wellness is a part of our lives whether we’re traveling, running errands, or simply out and about during our daily lives. These gift ideas below are perfect for the person always on-the go.
Owala Water Bottle
Owala designs “water bottles for people who drink water.” They are on a mission to keep people properly hydrated with water bottles that are engineered to make it easy to stay hydrated. Whether you’re at your desk or sweating in the gym, Owala drink ware is your sidekick for hydration. Shop their many designs and styles here.
Madewell’s The Essential Medium Bucket Tote
It holds its shape and is the best for holding your everyday needs. The word “AMAZING” was used in all caps when describing this within the team if that tells you anything. It comes in a variety of dark neutral colors so will match anything in your wardrobe. It’s 100% leather and uses leather sourced from a tannery that was certified by the Leather Working Group (LWG), an organization that works to promote sustainable environmental practices in the leather industry. Check it out here.
MEAS Active Ultimate Jogger
MEAS is a brand on mission to encourage, empower & celebrate women through all avenues of their health and wellness journey. Plus, their clothes are functional and cute. We especially love their Ultimate Jogger. They have slim but relaxed fit and are designed with a buttery-soft LuxeKnit fabric. Wear them around town for errands or curled up at home. Shop MEAS here.
BÉIS Weekender Bag
For the person who plans to travel in 2025, BÉIS The Weekender Bag makes the perfect gift. Use it as a carry-on bag for planes or throw it in the car for a road trip. It’s laptop friendly and the bottom compartment is designed to keep shoes, toiletries and travel essentials separate. Comes in a variety of colors and there’s also The Mini Weekender Bag if you need something smaller! Shop BÉIS here.
Birdie
Now that we’re on the go, let’s stay safe out there. She’s Birdie, founded by two sisters, is an easy-to-use mobile personal safety alarm to help women navigate the world. This small device is like having a fire alarm in your pocket. When you pull the pin it flashes and beeps incredibly loud so you can get the attention of everyone around you and deter attackers. It gives you peace of mind without worrying about pepper spraying yourself. There are a ton of colors and you can buy them in bundles for all the ladies in your life. Shop Birdie here.
For The Home
Now that we’re home from being on the go, let’s get cozy. We love a home that is a safe, peaceful place to land where we can recharge and regroup. From plants to candles, these gifts will do just that!
Gardenuity Dink & Drink Garden Kit
Gardenuity strives to help people improve their well-being through gardening and demystifying how to do it. Their match technology pairs you with what’s most likely to thrive in your location then they ship your products, and you set up the garden in 30-40 minutes following their video. We think their Dink & Drink Garden is especially cute for the pickleball and plant lover in your life! The Dink & Drink Garden serves up fresh flavor to add to any cocktail, mocktail, or water! With seasonal herbs and a signature cocktail recipe card, the Dink & Drink Garden brings the pre-gaming and post-gaming fun to every Pickleball match. Buy it here.
UMÉ Soap
For the person who loves luxury! Elevate the ritual of washing your hands with UMÉ’s White Grapefruit. Created with an abundance of unique botanicals, antioxidants, mineral rich clays, and skin-nurturing essential oils to cleanse, hydrate and nourish all skin types. Each Erode Summit is poured and cast by hand, meaning no two are the same. The set comes with a Bouton plate that was designed to serve as the Erode Summit's designated dish. The soap is certified organic and can be bought here.
Mop Socks
These are a cleaning nerds dream. Dance your way to a clean house with mop socks on Amazon! Place the microfiber socks over your shoes and get to cleaning. As you walk around your house, it picks up dust and hair without bending down or kneeling! Done cleaning? Throw them in the wash. Available in 5 colors, these are a fun novelty gift for your clean loving crew. Find them on Amazon here.
Nestl White Duvet Cover
This has over 95K 5 star reviews! It's soft, dreamy, and perfect for cuddling up. We love that they are durable, machine washable, wrinkle free, and made to last. Plus, they support sustainable manufacturing practices with OEKO-Tex Standard 100 certification. There are tons of colors to choose from and come in all different bedding sizes like queen, full, and king. Check it out here.
Green Owl Apothecary Candles
Green Owl Apothecary stands at the intersection of ancient medicine and modern wellness. Enjoy long hours of soothing light, tranquility, and lovely scents with the candles from Green Owl Apothecary. Available in 11 amazing scents including lavender, coffee, and gingerbread. These candles are made with 100% Plant Waxes (soy & hemp wax blend) and fragrances are “safe scents” i.e. no phthalates, or harmful ingredients. They are hand poured, use sustainably sourced materials and ingredients, and are 100% made in the U.S.A. Shop the collection here.
Give the Gift of Wellness This Season
By choosing items that nourish the mind, body, and soul, you’re giving more than just a present—you’re offering a reminder to prioritize self-care, mindfulness, and healthy habits. Whether you’re picking up a yoga mat for the fitness lover, a soothing self-care set, or beauty essentials for a little extra glow, these gifts show you care in the most meaningful way. This holiday season, let’s gift wisely and spread the spirit of wellness to all. Happy, healthy holidays from all of us at WISe Wellness Guild!
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