Soothing & Natural Self-Care Gifts For Your Loved Ones

The holidays can be stressful whether you’re arranging travel plans or trying to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. By shopping for gifts that are meaningful and practical, you can take the stress out of your holiday and theirs.

From spa-inspired gift baskets to natural self-care products like Doctor Hoy’s®, these are the best self-care gift ideas for showing your loved ones how much you care.

What do you put in a self-care gift?

Self-care is the conscious decision to take care of your physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual needs so you feel happy and relaxed. Because self-care looks different for everyone, choosing thoughtful gifts that are geared toward their interests shows your support for your family and friends.

When putting together a self-care gift, consider what hobbies your loved one enjoys or ways you can help them ease daily stress. You may be shopping for a family member who suffers from arthritis or a coworker who loves to run. Choose products that support their needs like a natural topical for joint pain or a sore muscle cream for a speedy recovery.

The 12 Best Gifts for Self-Care

Whoever you find yourself shopping for this holiday season, self-care Christmas gifts are a thoughtful way to get them something special they’ll use. Create a self-care gift basket or find that one thing that helps them with their everyday routine. You might even find a thing or two for yourself to indulge in.

1. Gratitude Journal

Many people battle seasonal depression in the wintertime and journaling is a proven way to help fight depression and anxiety. A gratitude journal is a thoughtful gift that promotes positive thinking and helps people manage their thoughts and emotions, prioritizing their mental health.

2. Soothing Arnica Cream for Dry Winter Skin

When trying to combat cold weather aches and pains, a luxe hand cream or anti-inflammatory lotion is a must-have. Doctor Hoy’s Arnica Cream helps moisturize and soothe inflammation caused by dry, winter skin. Skin-nourishing, natural ingredients leave the skin feeling soft for hours.

3. Spa Gift Basket

Nothing says self-care like a trip to the spa. Consider getting them a gift certificate for a deep tissue massage or build a gift basket filled with products that promote rest and relaxation. A few self-care gift basket ideas for a luxurious at-home spa day include:

• Skincare gift basket: Give them the gift of healthy, nourished skin with a face mask, jade roller, collagen-infused eye masks, and a mini kit from their favorite skincare brand.
• Bubble bath basket: If their idea of relaxation is a soak in the tub, fill a basket with anti-inflammatory Epsom salts, bath bombs, a loofah, tealight candles, and an after-shower lotion for sensitive skin.
• Comfort-themed basket: Sometimes all they need is a comfy robe with matching slippers while they curl up with a cup of hot tea and a good book.

4. Daily Pain Relief Topical

Having trouble finding the right gifts for people with arthritis or chronic pain? Doctor Hoy’s Pain Relief Gel is the best topical for joint pain relief. It uses natural, effective ingredients to soothe stiff joints, relieve muscle aches, and alleviate back pain. Great for runners, too, this natural, everyday pain relief gel works for just about anyone on your list.

5. Cozy Slippers with Arch Support

A pair of house slippers with arch support gives them the comfort they need most. The supportive design takes stress off the feet and joints to alleviate pain while non-slip tread prevents slipping in wet conditions. Cozy materials like premium cushioning, fleece lining, and faux fur make these slippers one of the top self-care gifts for women and men.

6. Silk Sleep Set

A good night’s rest is crucial to one's mental wellbeing and helps prevent a range of health problems. A soft and luxurious satin pillowcase with a matching eye mask can help improve sleep naturally with a supple feel that encourages a deeper sleep by minimizing distractions.

7. Aromatherapy Gifts

There are many amazing benefits of using essential oils for self-care. Discover natural relief from scents like relaxing lavender, energizing citrus, and clarifying peppermint. Great aromatherapy gifts include candles, room sprays, and diffusers that transform any room in their home into a peaceful escape.

8. Headache Hat for Cooling Relief

People struggling with chronic migraines or tension headaches have found relief using cold therapy with a migraine relief cap. Using materials like soothing gel for a comfortable fit, headache hats can be placed in the freezer and worn anytime for natural headache relief. For on-the-go relief, add Doctor Hoy’s roll-on pain relief gel featuring cooling menthol.

9. Gardening Kits for Personal Growth

Gardening is a form of self-care that can teach someone how to be patient and nurturing with their plants and themselves. Support their favorite hobby with a set of terracotta grow pots with seeds for herbs, flowers or plants. Consider choosing a kit for growing your own aloe vera, a plant with many natural healing properties.

10. Cookbook for Healthy Meal Ideas

Self-care also means nourishing your body with healthy, immunity boosting whole foods. A cookbook full of healthy meal ideas is a great gift for the New Year, especially for those with special dietary needs like Keto, diabetic-friendly or anti-inflammatory diets.

11. Massage Gun for Sore Muscles

Stress builds up in the body, causing muscle tension and sometimes leading to chronic inflammation and pain. A massage gun is a thoughtful gift for anyone who has frequent muscle soreness buts loves to stay active. Different settings help ease tension and improve muscle recovery, especially when used before applying a muscle pain cream.

12. Accupressure Mat

Acupuncture provides natural and effective pain relief. Since not everyone feels comfortable around needles, an acupressure mat is ideal for beginners. Helpful for those who sleep with lower back pain, these mats ease muscle tension to support deeper sleep.

Give the Gift of Natural Relief with Doctor Hoy’s

Whether you’re shopping for her or him, the best gifts for self-care satisfy their interests and support their wellbeing. Browse Doctor Hoy’s natural pain relief topicals and give the gift of soothing relief from joint pain, sore muscles, simple backaches, and more.