This self-care holiday gift guide has everything from comfy athleisure and cozy slippers to therapeutic body tools, non-toxic bath scrubs, and more!
’Tis the season to give more good.
To treat the people you love to something that feels a little special.
The holidays can definitely get over the top sometimes—so much stuff, so much noise—but I still love the thought and heart that go into giving gifts. For me, it’s less about “more things” and more about giving something that truly means something.
I’m all about gifts that are useful and feed the soul. As someone who’s endlessly interested in health, wellness, and self-care, I love finding things that help people slow down, rest, and feel taken care of—those little luxuries we don’t always buy for ourselves.
This year’s self-care gift guide was made with hygge in mind—that cozy, content, everything’s-all-good kind of feeling—plus a focus on wellness, comfort, movement, and restoration.
So if you’re looking for gifts that inspire calm, care, and cozy moments, here are my favorite self-care picks for 2025.
Self-Care Holiday Gift Guide
Fitness
Recess Pickleball Paddles – Have someone who loves pickleball and style?! These paddles are GORGEOUS! They have beginner sets too.
Hypervolt – This therapeutic massage tool has been a game changer for everything from a tight neck and shoulders to sore legs and my foot arch after soccer games.
Functional Crossbody Bag – This style is a bit bigger than the OG Lululemon belt bag. The unique design lets you stow a water bottle in a hidden drop-down pocket.
Apple Watch – I’ve worn my Apple watch every day for years! The movement trackers and fitness settings are motivating, and the productivity of the timers, weather, text, and more are so convenient.
Lululemon Release & Recover Ball Set – These would make a great stocking stuffer for any athletes in your life.
Weighted Vest – This one is 8lbs and just $35 – a great way to boost your winter walks.
High-Dration Powder – Sweat hard, high-drate smarter. Use code KATHEATS15.
Athleta Aire Puffer Vest – I like the lightweight design of this puffer vest, great for layering.
Yoga Class Punch Card – I love all experience gifts. Drop a punch card to a local yoga studio in their stocking!
Nourishment
Fishwife Seafood Tins – Not everyone will love receiving bougie sardines and salmon, but my dad loved this as a birthday gift! Foodies will appreciate them : )
Nourishing Recipe Book – You could pair with a beautiful set of bamboo utensils for the foodies in your life. Monique blew it out of the water with this cookbook – so many delicious recipes!
Caraway Minis and Food Storage – Caraway Home is 20% off, and my top recommendation is the minis set or their beautiful food storage. Of course I love their bakeware too.
Farmer’s Market or Farm Share Gift Certificate – Stop by your local farmer’s market or farm share and grab a gift certificate. It always feels good to shop local.
Ancient Nutrition: If you’re looking for practical ways to boost your health in the new year, stock up on collagen and protein powder while it’s on sale! Use code BLACKFRIDAY for 30% off sitewide + free shipping.
Athletic Brewing Beer – While you might not want to give this to a bro who loves his real IPAs, if you know someone who loves Dry January, this is a great way to support that choice. Get 10% off your first order with the code KATHEATS. The Cerveza Athletica and Run Wild IPA are both amazing.
Arbequinia Olive Oil – Oliveda’s extra virgin olive oil is as pure as it gets. It’s known for its superior quality from the unique region, nutrient-rich soil, and the century-old eco-certified mountain olive trees.
Bath, Body & Beauty
Honey Enzyme Face Mask – this is the green mask from Oliveda that is so delicious you’ll want to eat it. Made with honey, papain, and luxurious Arbequina oil, it’s an enzymatic peeling mask that leaves the complexion radiant and even. Or get an Oliveda gift card instead!
Counter Sugar Buff Body Polish – Exfoliate dry, dull skin and reveal a healthy-looking glow with this finely milled cane sugar body polish. Scented with an uplifting blend of neroli, citrus, bergamot, and geranium flowers. Pair with the Luminous Hydration Body Oil for a luxurious gift.
Turkish Cotton Bath Towels – Pair a set of beautiful towels, like these, with the Counter body products above!
Emotional Detox Bath Soak – A nightcap for your muscles and mind.
Primally Pure Holiday Home Collection – A festive collection, only here for the holidays. Featuring a hand soap, room spray, and holiday candle in comforting, festive aromas, this limited-edition set transforms your home into a sanctuary of wellness and seasonal joy.
Red Light Face Mask – Clinically proven to reduce fine lines & wrinkles, increase skin hydration & elasticity and improve skin barrier & firmness. The HigherDOSE red light face mask—an FDA-cleared red light therapy mask for radiant, youthful skin at home. Use code KATHEATS15.
Sauna Blanket – Want to gift one of my favorite wellness tools!? I love using my infrared sauna blanket on cold, dark winter days.
Massage or Spa Gift Certificate – A gift certificate for a massage, facial, or pedicure is my favorite type of gift to receive. It’s the ultimate TLC!
Hygge, Cozy Time & Rest
Nod Pod Eye Mask – My sister got me this for my birthday and it’s a weighted blanket for your eyes. You immediately feel more calm from the pressure. I love it!!
Hand-Crafted Candle – Cozy time isn’t complete without a crackling candle. I’ve been enjoying these handmade candles, introduced to me by my VA Hillary.
Lake Pajamas – I was “influenced” to try Lake pajamas, and can honestly say I’m obsessed! They are dreamy soft, and not clingy. I love the tank with pants set, but I have entire blog post with my favorites.
Cabin Bootie Slippers – I love Bombas sock and undies… and these sherpa slippers, with a toasty-soft inside and sueded sole, are giving lazy Sunday morning vibes.
Hand-Knitted Weighted Blanket – Woven with 100% natural cotton, this hand knit weighted blanket provides all of the beneficial stress-free comfort of a traditional weighted blanket without pesky glass pellets.
Hatch Restore Alarm Clock – I love the idea of waking up “with the sun.” This device is a reading light, sound machine and time-to-rise indicator all in one. And – bonus – everything is customizable from a simple, free app on your phone.
Bamboo Sheet Set from Quince – Quince became popular for clothing, but their bedding is a growing category. I love the feel of bamboo bedding. Organic bamboo is one of the planet’s most resource-efficient materials.
Kathleen says
The towel set is a great idea! I would also recommend Turkish towels from Jennifer’s Hamam (www.jennifershamam.com)–beautiful, high-quality towels made by artisan weavers. Just putting in a plug because I love them!