GIFTS FOR WELLNESS
“Wellness is the compete integration of body, mind, and spirit – the realization that everything we do, think, feel, and believe has an effect on our state of well-being.” -Greg Anderson
1. Made Out of Stars: A Journal for Self Realization | by Meera Lee Patel
Made Out of Stars celebrates the invisible bonds we share with each other, the world we live in, and with the truest, most honest version of ourselves. Artist + Writer Meera Lee Patel fills each page with richly insightful prompts, vibrant watercolor paintings, and plenty of room to write. It’s a space to reflect on what makes us incredibly beautiful individuals—and yet, an integral part of a beautifully complete whole. This thoughtfully crafted journal is our top pick for mindful exploration inwards and discovering our inner strengths and uniquenesses. Shop small this holiday season and support small businesses + local bookstores. Made out of Stars can be purchased at Buyoly, Bookshop.org, Indiebound, Barnes & Noble, Penguin Random House
2. Thirteen Lune | Inclusivity in Clean Beauty
Thirteen Lune is a beauty + wellness e-commerce platform designed to inspire the discovery of beauty brands created by Black and Brown Founders that resonate with people of all backgrounds. We love the non toxic, plant based ingredients crafted in Nila Botanics, Aba Love Apothecary, Strange Bird, + Mary Louise Cosmetics. Wildcrafted clean beauty, plant-powered, crystal charged, plant medicine to treat the mind, body skin and spirit. We’re on board.
Pair your cleanser and exfoliator purchase with luxurious Oura Exfoliating pads. We love that these pads are hypoallergenic, antibacterial, infused with copper (hello anti aging benefits) and they are environmentally friendly.
Shop Thirteen Lune | $35+
3. Captain Blankenship | Cruelty-free Vegan Haircare inspired by the Sea
Captain Blankenship is a small, women-run company in the Hudson River Valley that makes products that are luxurious and honest. Their products are formulated with organic and domestically grown ingredients like aloe, organic bladderwrack, sea kelp, spirulina and sea salt- its beach time, all the time for your hair. Captain Blankenship offers luxurious haircare at an affordable price that are healthy for people and the planet. We love the Mermaid Dry Shampoo, Sea Shine Shampoo + Conditioner and The Sea Salt Hairspray for that all-day mermaid hair with ingredients that make us smile.
Shop Captain Blankenship | $14+
4. Flyby | Handheld Neck & Back Massager
The Flyby F1Pro percussion massage gun is one of our favorite wellness gifts for wellness! It’s ideal for people experiencing stiffness due to long periods of sitting at work and also great for athletes looking to recover and prevent injuries. This light weight, handheld percussive massager comes with 6 unique massage heads that target key muscle groups to address your therapeutic needs. By increasing blood circulation and eliminating lactic acid buildup, this massager can increase mobility and help relieve soreness for any part of the body.
Receive 15% off until 12/25 with code: CCHOLIDAY15
Shop Flyby | $69
5. Organic Olivia | Immune + Gut Health Tinctures + (the best) Probiotic
Bridging the gap between the gifts of Western medicine and the wisdom of traditional herbalism, Herbalist Olivia, of Organic Olivia believes the two can coexist and in fact, work better together- and we couldn’t agree more. OO’s herbs are what they call “wildly clean” — meaning they’re a mix of both organically grown and ethically harvested from their natural habitats by our community of wildcrafters. (another thumbs up from us!) Unlike classic alcohol-based tinctures, OO’s “juice” is alcohol-free, easy to take, and tastes delicious.
Simply fill the dropper and drip under the tongue! Our top picks: Liver Juice to support those natural detox pathways leading to radiant skin and balancing hormones, Digestive Juice to get in bitters to support healthy digestion and reduce any unpleasant bloating and heaviness prior to a meal and Peace Juice to keep your calm in check. OO’s Not Your Average Probiotic is hands down the best Probiotic with a 3-in-1 approach combining pre and probiotics with enzymes. Your gut and immune system will thank you.
Shop Organic Olivia | $26+
6. Huggaroo | Heated Neck Wrap + Gem Eye Mask
The Huggaroo Original Heated Neck Wrap delivers deep heat therapy to the neck and shoulders. Ergonomic and soft, this cordless weighted heating pad will hug your neck and shoulders while providing gentle weight for a calming effect. Comes in unscented or lavender aromatherapy. Pop it in the microwave for about a minute and wrap it around your neck and shoulders to let the warmth relax neck tension, soothe trigger points and alleviate muscle knots.
Shop the Neck Wrap | $35.99 / Shop the Gem Eye Mask | $24.99
7. Pure Dharma | Luxury + Plant Based Skincare
Pure Dharma intertwines ritual practices and nourishing botanicals to heal and renew the body while uplifting the soul. This holistic, eco-luxe line of products including bath fizzes, salt soaks, healing balms and activated skincare combines non-toxic ingredients with a broad-spectrum CBD. We love the Renew CBD Hand + Body Cream, Relief CBD Balm and The Relax Bath Fizz for ultimate relaxation and nourishment. Products are crafted into clear glass containers that are easily recycled (or even better, re-purposed) and all paper used is 100% recyclable.
Shop Pure Dharma | $13+
8. Moon Cycle Cookbook | by Devon Loftus and Jenna Radomski
In The Moon Cycle Cookbook, bakery founder Devon Loftus and nutritionist Jenna Radomski empower women to nourish themselves with recipes for sweets, savory meals, and snacks, organized around each of the four phases of the menstrual cycle, that can be customized to suit their bodies’ fluctuating needs. Every recipe is formulated with the knowledge of what is happening hormonally in a woman’s body during each cycle phase, using ingredients that replenish and support essential nutrients. A happy mix of creativity, self-empowerment, and downright deliciousness, this wellness guide demystifies menstrual health, educating readers about their unique needs and helping them to deepen their self-care regimen. The Moon Cycle Cookbook is available through Bookshop.org, Amazon + Barnes & Noble.
Shop The Mooncycle Cookbook | $18.95
9. Guaia Madre | Eugenia’s Rosehip Oil + Salve
We love the ingredients in each one of Guaia Madre’s lavish face oils and Salve. Crafted with potent blends of herbs and essential oils such as rosehip, jojoba, jasmine and sea buckthorn, and frakincense to name a few, each of their products will hydrate and restore your skin leaving it youthful and revitalized. Its blend of natural ingredients, plant derived squalane and 100 mg of powerful CBD, will restore glow and diminish inflammation. All-In-One Miracle Serum is a lightweight water-based serum that pairs perfectly with Eugenia’s Rosehip oil.
Crafted with hyaluronic acid, white tea extract, rose water, and 100 mg of powerful CBD, it is designed to reduce hyperpigmentation of the skin, exfoliate and promote cell regeneration. The Salve will not only aid in the relief of sore muscles from pain and inflammation, but can also be used to effectively spot treat the skin for dryness, irritation and much more.
Shop Guaia Madre | $90
10. Viori | Ancient Longsheng Rice Shampoo and Conditioner bars
Inspired by the ancient rituals of the Red Yao Tribe’s powerful hair rituals, Viori’s mission is to partner with the Red Yao on projects they believe will help their communities thrive. The vegan, sulfate-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, pH balanced and ethically sourced shampoo and conditioner bars are beautifully designed and are sustainably produced. Viori pays a fair and sustainable premium for all Longsheng rice and products purchased from the tribe and gives back a minimum of a least 5% of profits for initiatives that go directly to Red Yao communities.
Shop Viori | $13+
11. Hereward Farms | Farm-to-Skin Lavender infused Bath + Body Products
With over five generations of farming the land in Historic Hereward, Julie and Stephen Burnett are continuing their families’ tradition of tending to their growing crops and starting a crop of their own: Lavender. From it, Hereward Farms farm-to-skin bath and body products were born. These self-care items are intentionally made to improve your skin and its texture. Made with the finest ingredients, expertly blended with lavender that is 100% natural, non-GMO, and cruelty-free with no additives, pesticides, or chemicals.
Shop Hereward Farms | $24+
12. When Dogs Heal | Powerful Stories of Healing
The best medicine may not always be found at a pharmacy or in a doctor’s office. Sometimes it comes in the form of a four-legged friend. Three well-known leaders in their fields—award-winning dog photographer Jesse Freidin, adolescent HIV+ specialist Dr. Robert Garofalo, and LGBTQ advocate and journalist Zach Stafford along with writer Christina Garofalo—offer a refreshing, beautiful, and unique portrait of HIV infused with a deep message of hope. A portion of the proceeds from this book benefits Fred Says, an organization dedicated to financially supporting HIV+ teen health care.
Shop When Dogs Heal | $19.99
13. Pali Roots | Nablus Soap Company
The PaliRoots brand was created to explore, celebrate, and share Palestinian culture in a modern and positive way. They have partnered with Nablus Soap Company who specialize in creating their 400-year-old soap using traditional Palestinian virgin olive oil as a main ingredient, water, alkaline sodium, along with other natural ingredients such as milk, honey, mud from the Dead Sea and dried herbs fresh from Medina. Soaps come in many different scents with different herbs and natural add-ins! Made proudly in Nablus, Palestine since 1611.
Shop Nablus Soaps at Pali Roots | $12+
14. Affirmation Darling | Affirm Actions Deck
A pocket sized life coach, but cheaper than therapy! This pack contains the classic AffirmActions™ card set with 21 unique designs, each featuring strategic affirmations and a simplified action plan that covers life’s complexities such as identity, productivity, anxiety, money, and more. Affirmations + Actions = Manifestation. When you purchase a Card Deck, Affirm Darling donates another to a young adult facing homelessness or mental health issues.
Shop Affirmation Darling | $36