13 Pampering Gifts For People Who Deserve More Me-Time
The greatest gift of all? An escape from day-to-day stress and exhaustion. Unfortunately, private islands aren’t that easy to come by—but these self-care gift ideas are the next best thing. Whether they’re craving indulgent pampering, new wellness habits or just a chance to slow down, these thoughtful presents will set them up to enjoy some much-needed me time.
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug in Black, $170
Sometimes self-care comes down to the little things, like a sip of still-hot coffee after an extremely hectic morning. With this smart mug, your special someone can set their preferred temperature on the app and count on 90 minutes of warmth—or all-day heating when they use the included coaster.
Simons Home Dark Bamboo 2-in-1 Tray, $65
Help them make the most of their me-time with a folding bed tray that doubles as a bath caddy to hold their book, bevvy and candle (which all make great add-on gifts if you want to spend a little more).
Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 6100, $159.99
With three cleaning modes and three intensities and up to 7x more plaque removal than a manual toothbrush, upgrading to the Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 6100 gives you the confidence that you’re maintaining a strong oral health care routine.
Glerups Slip-On Slippers, $120
These ultra-warm and comfy 100 percent wool slippers come with the option of leather or rubber soles, so they can be worn anywhere. They make the perfect indoor-outdoor shoe. Wrap up a pair and give the gift of coziness.
Renpho Foot Massager Machine with Heat, $163
For those with a standing RMT appointment, this heated foot massager makes a heavenly gift. It features three different Shiatsu kneading and compression settings to hit any and all sore spots. Our team has been raving about this model for years, and we can’t recommend it enough for anyone with chronic foot pain—or a penchant for sylish-but-uncomfortable shoes.
Dr. Jart+ 12 Mask Variety Pack, $95
The skincare-obsessed loved one on your list will love this value set of 12 sheet masks, each soaked in a skin-loving serum packed with active ingredients like cica, ceramides or hyaluronic acid. (Need stocking stuffers? Split them up to get the most bang for your buck.)
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask in Hot Cocoa, $33
This iconic lip mask will help them make the most of their beauty sleep. With a delicious chocolatey scent and hydrating murumuru seed and shea butter, it makes for a luxurious pre-bed ritual—and super soft lips come morning.
Uniqlo Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater, $130
Nothing says pampering like ultra-cozy 100-percent cashmere, and this crewneck sweater delivers at a reasonable price. (We can vouch for its softness). It comes in 20 colours so you’re guaranteed to find a hue to suit your giftee.
Crochetmilie Crochet Kit, $45
Gift the friend who’s tackled paint-by-numbers and adult colouring books to their next de-stressing hobby: crochet. This kit is designed for beginners and contains everything needed to make a cute octopus stuffie.
Silk & Snow Hand-Knitted 15-Pound Weighted Blanket, $270
Have you ever seen a prettier weighted blanket? This one gets its heft (choose from eight to 25 pounds) from a chunky 100-percent-cotton weave instead of the usual glass beads. It’s not only wildly comfy, but also a chic addition to their bedding.
Saje Eat, Drink & Be Merry Celebration Relief Kit, $45
This essential oil trio is designed to infuse their holiday season with wellness rituals. Featuring the brand’s best-selling Peppermint Halo roll-on for headaches (it’s heaven—we swear), plus one for digestion and one for social connection, it’s all about little moments of self-care when you need it most.
CurrentBody LED Light Therapy Face Mask Series 2, $640
Feeling extremely generous this year? Spoil them with the ultimate skincare gadget: a LED light therapy mask. Touted as a one-step solution to common skin woes like redness, acne, hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles, it’s the gift that keeps on giving. Our beauty editor has been testing—and loving!—this model for the past six months.
Indigo Reading Socks in Blue, $25
Who isn’t trying to spend less time scrolling and more time reading? To help make bookworm mode even more enticing, give them a pair of plush reading socks. Indigo is known for its fleece-lined pairs and annual holiday designs and colours.
Soja & Co. Shower Steamer Tablets, $37 for 8
Unlock a new level of unwinding with these eucalyptus-scented shower steamers. When placed just outside the hot-water stream, the tablets release their calming fragrance for a mega-relaxing shower.
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Andréanne Dion is the senior editor, style, beauty and travel at Chatelaine. She is also a contributing editor at FASHION and Hello! Canada.
