If the most important women in your life has a upcoming celebration and you're stumped on what to get them, you're in the right place. Trying to find the perfect gift for the person who does so much for everyone around them isn't easy by any means.
While new tech or a gift basket are always a great gesture, a self-care gift will give her the much-needed and much-deserved opportunity to relax and care for herself. If you're looking for the best self-care gifts to give your wife, mom, grandma or sister and don't know where to begin, we've got you covered with items that will help relieve stress and boost their overall mood.
From essential oils to waffle weave bath robes, these thoughtful gifts will help them carve out a little 'me time.'
Best relaxing gifts under $25
Hair Scalp Massager
Tiny but mighty, this scalp massager currently has over 89,000 ratings on Amazon. Use it to help with dry scalp or simply squeeze in a quick head massage in the shower.
Bedsure Satin Pillowcases
If they strive to have perfect, frizz-free hair when they wake up, this bestselling satin pillowcase from Bedsure is the ultimate game-changer.
Optix 55 Gel Eye Mask
Eye masks are an easy and affordable gift that are always welcome. We like this one because it’s reusable and can be used hot or cold.
Aromatherapy Shower Steamer Set
These aromatherapy shower steamers are made with eucalyptus and other amazing essential oils for a calming scent that can also relieve any sinus pressure that’s built up throughout the day. Just put one on the floor of the tub while showering and it will release its scent once activated with water.
Be Stress-Free and Color Coloring Book
Coloring books are for adults, too! This detailed one by Chartwell Books will help her re-center the mind and be in the moment.
Wreck This Journal
Sometimes a journal with empty pages can be daunting. This journal gives ideas like poking holes in pages and gluing pieces of colored paper onto pages so they can let out some stress and tap into her creativity.
Full Range of Embroidery Starter Kit
This stress-relieving activity is great to help them calm down after a long day. This embroidery kit is for beginners and includes everything they will need to create a pretty plant scene.
Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating 5-Minute Eye Gels
If they don’t have time to squeeze in a full eight hours of sleep, they’ll never look tired with these fast-acting eye masks. Loaded with caffeine and hydrolyzed collagen, these patches will give them a well-rested look while fighting puffiness and dryness.
Allura & Arica Stress Relief and Self Care Cards
Let’s be honest: Stress relief and self-care can often be more stressful than anything else if you don’t know where to start or what to do. For the person who needs a little help getting a routine going, these cards will do the thinking for them. This 52-card deck contains prompts for meditation, mindfulness, anxiety relief and more.
Habit Tracker Calendar
Help them keep track of habits by jotting down goals they hope to reach each day, week or month with this calendar.
Esarora Ice Roller
Ice rollers are a great gift since they relieve tension, reduce puffiness and relieve pain from minor injuries. We love this after a hard workout for instant cooling or for some migraine relief.
Purely Northwest Tea Tree Oil Foot & Nail Soak
With a glowing rating near five stars from over 15,000 Amazon shoppers, this soothing foot soak is a refreshing note to end any day.
Essential Oil Diffuser
Essential oils can help bring a sense of calm to a room after a chaotic day. She can use her favorite oils to transform home into a sanctuary.
ProsourceFit Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set
Acupuncture and pressure are combined with this mat and pillow set. While no real needles penetrate the skin, the mat does find pressure points to help relieve tight muscles and stress. After a short session, it can be rolled up for easy storage.
Dammit Doll
When the day is done and the stress of work and home are just too much, she can reach for the Dammit Doll. The handmade doll can be thrown, smashed, tossed and stomped on to get out any built-up rage.
Uncommon Goods The Work Wellness Deck
Annoying co-workers, stressful deadlines and the pressures of working a strenuous job all make the work wellness deck a perfect gift. With cards that make users pause to reflect, or distract them from the mundane or hectic nature of their job, gift this deck to the mom in your life who needs a mini vacation during lunch.
Sunny Bay Microwavable Neck Pillow
Whether their body temperature runs warm or cold, this neck pillow is sure to keep them comfortable while relaxing at home. The best part is the heat lasts for up to 30 cozy minutes.
B. Witching Bath Co. Muscle Rub
If tight muscles are an issue, then consider giving this soothing muscle rub a try. It’s made with a variety of organic oils, including peppermint, basil, cinnamon, citronella, ginger, grapefruit, juniper, lemongrass and spearmint. For those days when they’re on-the-go, this’ll give muscles the much-needed break they deserve.
Kitsch The Lavender Weighted Scented Eye Mask
Let the day fade away as they rest with this lavender eye pillow. The inside is filled with dried lavender seed and the weight is meant to help ease tension headaches and promote deeper sleep, according to the brand.
PureWine Silver and Gold Wand
This wand helps to purify wine by filtering out sulfites and histamines, which are associated with triggering some wine sensitivities. After swizzling the wand around in the glass, they can pop the top off of the wand and place it on the glass as a charm.
Best relaxing gifts under $75
The Five Minute Journal
Encourage them to reflect on aspirations and goals with this popular five-minute journal. Each day, they can plan out their intentions and remind themselves of their truths. Then at the end of the day, they can reflect on everything that happened and write down the best parts.
Shop TODAY commerce writer Jannely Espinal is a fan. “I have this journal and it helps me with gratitude and feel grounded whenever I have a bad day. I love that it comes with easy prompts to make a list of things that went well throughout the day,” she shares.
Bamboo Bath Caddy
Unwind in the evening with this swivel bath tray. The tray suctions to the side of a tub and can move in many directions to get the best placement. Now they’ll have the perfect spot for a good book and a glass of wine.
YnM Weighted Blanket
Weighted blankets are packed with beads or pellets to provide light, evenly distributed pressure, creating a comforting feeling. Sleep psychologist Dr. Lynelle Schneeberg previously said that many find weighted blankets to be relaxing, which is why we love this one for stress-relief purposes.
TheralCE Migraine Relief Cap
Help them soothe headaches with this gel hat that can live in the freezer. When they need some tension relief or an instant cool down, they can pop this on over the eyes and sit back while it all melts away.
True Glow by Conair Lotion Warmer
Sometimes the simplest of gifts can make the biggest difference. Case in point: this lotion warmer. “I swear by this thing,” says Shop TODAY editor Vivien Moon. “It works in minutes and then you have really warm lotion; so good for the winter because then it’s not as much of a chore to apply.”
Well People Plant Power Skin Care Starter Set
For the mom who’s big on traveling or is looking to switch up her routine, this mini skin care kit is the perfect opportunity to gift her something she can test no matter where she is. According to the brand, the formulas are plant-based with ingredients like niacinamide, snow mushroom, organic broccoli seed oil and hyaluronic acid.
Candier Who Run The World? Moms Candle
Moms do, duh. Remind her that she's the superhero in your life with a delicious smelling candle. She'll notice notes of champagne mimosa, mandarin, coconut, sandalwood and vanilla — yum!
The Original Buddha Board Art Set
Let creativity flow with this Buddha Board. The art set comes with a brush, stand and water painting board. All they need is a bit of water to let out stress and create something beautiful. As the water dries, it will disappear and allow them to draw something new.
Lotus Linen Personalized Waffle Robe
They’ll feel instantly relaxed in this comfy embroidered robe. Made from a lightweight material, it’s perfect for year-round comfort. You might recognize it as a pick of America’s favorite football mom, Donna Kelce, who shared it on the show last year.
Weleda Mama and Baby Essentials 3-Piece Set
New moms will appreciate the clean formula inside this three-piece kit, which Weleda suggests is safe enough for both momma and her baby. You'll find the brand's best-selling Skin Food moisturizing cream, a gentle 2-in-1 shampoo and body wash, plus a calendula body lotion in the kit.
Sonoma Lavender Spa Booties
These booties will get them off their feet and allow them to unwind and relax. The booties can be worn hot or cold and have a light lavender scent.
Renpho Eye Massager
After a long day of looking at a computer, all they’ll want to do is close their eyes behind this eye massager — trust us. It has a few massage settings, along with built-in heating pads and built-in speakers, so they can listen to relaxing music while they unwind.
Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Robe
Make her day even more special by honoring her birth month with this robe designed with its corresponding flower. The tie belt means she can customize the fit so its comfortable.
Best relaxing gifts worth the splurge
Sleepletics Celliant Performance Sheet Set
The Celliant mineral-infused fabric in these sheets converts body heat into energy and returns it to your body to allow for a more restful sleep. And we all know better sleep leads to less stress during the day.
Uncommon Good Very Big Hug Throw
For when you cannot be there to give an actual hug, gift them a very big hug thanks to this blanket. One reviewer said this blanket will serve as “a sentimental item that will be with the family for years to come.”
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug
Mom’s usually aren’t able to drink their coffee or tea while it’s still warm. This temperature-controlled smart mug will finally allow them to enjoy their beverage at its peak. It comes in this chic sandstone shade, but the best feature is that she’ll be able to choose a precise temperature to enjoy her drink (from 120 to 145 degrees).
Hyperice Core Premium Smart Meditation Trainer
The meditation trainer can help guide breathing and focus through light and vibrations and can measure stress levels as they go through a session.
NuFACE Mini+ Petite Facial Toning Device
Micro-current treatments are a unique technology that stimulates the muscles in the face. The cost for these treatments are high, but you can bring a similar experience into her home. She'll receive a mini micro-current device (perfect for travel!), gel activator, creme activator and an applicator brush.
Theragun Elite Handheld Percussive Massage Device
Whether she's an avid athlete or simply appreciate a good massage every now and then, they'll love this elite smart device from Theragun. It's completely personalized for her body's needs, thanks to a guided app experience that tracks their activity data and signature wellness routines. Its 16mm amplitude guarantees a deep-tissue massages, and a single charge lasts up to two hours.
How we chose
The Shop TODAY team works hard to find the best products and coolest gifts out there. We use our own personal experiences with brands and shopping to find the most unique gifts on the market that are sure to be a hit.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect gift for anyone on your list including babies, toddlers, tweens, teens, seniors and more.
