I don't know about you, but when it comes toshopping for giftsfor my friends and family, I gravitate toward items that are practical yet unique. Okay, "practical" might sound boring, but before I purchase a gift, I think,How often will theyreallyuse this?And if I think they'll get a lot of use out of it, I immediately add it to my cart. While I think novelty gifts can be so fun, I'd rather give someone a gift that they'll use over and over (and over).
It's not all completely selfless, though—let's be real here. If someone is so obsessed with a gift that it becomes their go-to or something they can't live without, well, it looks good on me as a gift giver, right? So I'm alwayssearching for useful giftsthat will hopefully make my loved ones' lives a little bit easier, whether it's something they've been needing for a while or something thatrelieves stressor puts a smile on their face.
And I think the best category of gifts for these criteria are wellness ones. Thinkactivewearor gym gear, self-care items, cozy home décor, and even food and drink. Take a look at some of my favorite picks I've come across this year.
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Caraa
Athena Duffel Small
For friends who are taking their workouts on the go, this small duffel is a no-brainer. It comes with a strap to convert into a crossbody. There are zipper and slip pockets both on the outside and inside, plus a pouch for shoes and anything that's wet.
Mount Lai
The Limited Edition Tranquility Amethyst Skincare Set for Holiday
This holiday set is perfect for unwinding time. It comes with a mini amethyst de-puffing facial roller, an amethyst gua sha facial-lifting tool, a mini plant root remedy facial oil, and a mini calming herbal repair facial massage balm.
Us Two Tea
The Variety Pack: Jasmine, Oolong
Baozhong Tea
Included in Us Two's variety pack is a sampling of Taiwanese teas: oolong, baozhong, and jasmine. And with a chilly winter on the horizon, it's just what you need for cozy days.
Golde
Complete Beauty + Wellness Kit
This kit checks off the beautyandwellness boxes. It features all of Golde's most-loved essentials: each of the brand's three Superfood Latte Blends (Original Turmeric, Matcha Turmeric, and Cacao Turmeric) and two Superfood Face Masks (Clean Greens and Papaya Bright).
Studio Luu
Wavy Ceramic Mug
Coffee (or tea) tastes so much better in a sculptural mug. We love the idea of mixing or matching to create a set.
Jinen
Japanese Hot Spring Minerals Bath Salts, Hinoki
These bath salts let you re-create a traditional Japanese onsen, a hot spring, so your mind can go somewhere that's miles away from your bathtub. It has Yunohana onsen minerals and Hinoki essential oils.
The Success System
2022 Success Planner Bundle, Air
Help your friends and family get themselves all set up for the New Year with this planner. It's designed with Wholesale Replica Bag
neuroscience research and success principles from thought leaders such as Brené Brown.
Loquita Bath
Mimis Time Shower Steamer
Place these on your shower floor and let the relaxation begin. When the water hits the tablets, they'll activate and steam will fill up the bathroom. It's formulated with a blend of lavender fragrance, essential oils, and menthol.
Omsom
The Best Seller Set
This set is for the people in your life who want to cook more in the New Year. It contains Omsom's best-selling flavors: Vietnamese Lemongrass BBQ, Thai Larb, Japanese Yuzu Misoyaki, and Korean Spicy Bulgogi starters. There are 12 starters in each set, which adds up to 24 meals.
Pink Moon
Bathing in Moonlight Set
Inside this box is everything you need for a self-love bath ritual: lavender vanilla bath salts, body and hair oil, and a raw rose quartz stone. And an added bonus? From each sale, one dollar will be donated to the Global Fund for Women.
Me-Est Me
Me-Est Me Journal
This journal is filled with 88 pages of prompts and actions to help you reflect and reconnect with yourself. I can't think of a better gift to start 2022 off right.
Boy Smells
Hypernature Votive Set
I'm absolutely obsessed with Boy Smells' candles and always gift friends and family with them, so I'm definitely getting at least one of these sets this year. The set has five mini candles with scents like cardamom, geranium, pink peppercorn, and rhubarb.
Nguyen Coffee Supply
The Original Phin Kit
For your friend who's the coffee connoisseur, gift them with this Vietnamese coffee starter kit. It comes with one bag of coffee and one phin filter—and it can even be brought on the go.
Hill House Home
Hotel Robe
Hill House Home is known for its cult-favorite Nap dresses, but the brand also makes other cozy finds like robes and pajamas. This hotel robe just might make you feel like you're on vacation. It's made in Portugal from 100% organic cotton.
Yogasleep
Duet White Noise MacHine With Night Light and Wireless Speaker
Yogasleep's white noise machine is a multitasking device that doesn't take up that much room. It's also a wireless speaker and nightlight. It features 30 sound options, eight lullaby tracks, and has an auto-off timer.
Siete
Whole30 Approved Bundle
Come January, there's always a big group of people embarking on a Whole30 journey. If you know someone who's planning on it this year, gift them with this bundle, which will make meal planning so much easier. It comes with four hot sauces, two enchilada sauces, and three seasonings.
Folia Collective
Aloe Grow Kit
Even a plant newbie will appreciate this aloe grow kit. It's so easy to care for. The kit has a glazed interior and a passive hydroponic system.
Rare Assembly
A Rare Breath
If you want to gift someone with a highly curated gift box but don't have time to source everything yourself, let Rare Assembly do the work for you. This collection features items to help the recipient relax and take a break. There's a vegan lotion bar, aromatherapy inhaler, bath soak, shower steamers, herbal tea, and a chocolate bar.
Ceremonia
The Scalp Power-Duo
You've got everything you need here for hair and scalp health. There's Ceremonia's award-winning hair oil that nourishes and strengthens hair, plus a scalp massager to exfoliate and distribute the hair's natural oils.
Inside Then Out
Water Tracking Bottle
A lot of us need to drink more water throughout the day, and this bottle makes it easy to add to a routine. The bottle holds one liter of water and features daily time trackers on the exterior to help you figure out how much to drink to stay hydrated.
Brooklinen
Mulberry Silk Bundle
Give the gift of restful sleep with this bundle. It includes a luxurious silk pillowcase and a silk eye mask, which are both breathable and gentle on the skin and hair.
Redoux
Weekday Ritual Set
The workdays can get very hectic, but this set makes the end-of-day ritual so easy. It comes with two turmeric botanical soap bars and a candle to help calm the mind and body.
Great Jones
Fully Baked
The home baker in your life will fall in love with this set. It has everything they need to make any kind of dessert—there are seven pieces of bakeware here, from cake pans to a pie dish.
Big Nudes
Cara Blanket
This cozy and large throw blanket is made from recycled cotton/poly eco-yarn. The pattern is a groovy '70s print that will add a pop of color to a bed or sofa.
Blueland
Natural Collection Hand Soap Duo
Soap might seem like a "boring" holiday gift, but not when they're soaps from eco-friendly cleaning brand, Blueland. This set includes two glass reusable bottle and six plastic-free refill tablets. The scents are Iris Agave, Perrine Lemon, and Lavender Eucalyptus.
Balance Athletica
The Cloud Pant
These high-waisted and seamless leggings are comfortable and easy to move around in—perfect for the friend who's always going on hikes or heading to the gym. The fabric is buttery soft with stretch and light compression.
Bathorium
5 Bath Bomb Bundle
Upgrade your friend's bath time with this set of five bath bombs. They'll enjoy trying out the different scents, which are all guaranteed to make self-care time a little bit more special.
Hotel Lobby
Paris Votive Trio Candle Set
Here's another candle bundle to set the mood at home. This one transports you to Paris with three different candles: Linen (pink pepper, linen, and sandalwood), Rose (rose de mai, white cedar, and musk), and Cassis (crème de cassis, blackcurrant, and tonka bean).
Dorothy Gilbert
Adult Coloring Book for Stress Relief
A coloring book is a fun gift to give friends who want to try something new for their wind-down routine or keep saying they want a break from their phone.
Valfre
Botanic Dream Puzzle
Who wouldn't enjoy putting this groovy puzzle together? It's a fun thing to bring out when you have company over or for solo unwinding time.
Bliss Tea Kombucha
Original
These kombucha options are so delicious and high-quality. There are four different flavors to choose from: green tea lemongrass, hibiscus rose hips, yerba mate mint, and original.
Peloton
Make Your Mark Run Jacket
This jacket is ideal for the runner in your life. It will keep them warm during their outdoor runs in the wintertime. The jacket features a shell vest for even more warmth. There are also two front pockets and hand pockets.
Kin Euphorics
Sample Pack
We love Kin Euphorics' mood-boosting products, and this pack has everything you need to get to know the brand. The eight-pack features Kin Spritz, which helps with focus and clarity, and Lightwave, which can provide a sense of calm.
Optimist Drinks
Bright
This non-alcoholic spirit is so refreshing and can be mixed with two parts tonic or sparkling water and ice. It has tasty notes of "citrus, sherbert, and salty sunshine"—think a lemony vodka.
The Pop'D Shop
Variety Sampler Pack
A great alternative to sodas or overly sweet drinks, this variety pack contains 12 cans of delicious sparkling fruit drinks. Flavors include Hibiscus Ginger Ale, Lank Drank (rose fruit punch), Tummy Tamer, and Who Luvs Orange Soda.
This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used in the place of advice of your physician or other medical professionals. You should always consult with your doctor or healthcare provider first with any health-related questions.
Sarah is lifestyle writer and editor with over 10 years of experience covering health and wellness, interior design, food, beauty, and tech. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she attended New York University and lived in New York for 12 years before returning to L.A. in 2019. In addition to her work atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
, she held editor roles at Apartment Therapy, Real Simple, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, and The Bump (sister site of The Knot). She has a passion for health and wellness, but she especially loves writing about mental health. Her self-care routine consists of five things: a good workout, “me” time on the regular, an intriguing book/podcast/playlist to unwind after a long day, naps, and decorating her home.