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1. A hand-poured candle with soothing lavender and sage notes that'll help them to wind down after a stressful day.
2. A robe with dinosaurs wearing Santa hats that they can snuggle into while binge-watching The Queen's Gambit on Netflix. It has a sash to keep it nice and snug on them and side pockets that they can store their phone or snacks in.
Get it from ModCloth for $72 (available in four styles and in sizes S-4X).
3. A bath soak that'll help soothe their muscles as well as their mind. It's made with pink Himalayan salt, chia seed oil, and frankincense that'll leave their skin feeling silky smooth.
Get it from Sephora Canada for $45.
5. A mug that'll remind them about how gosh darn great they are while they're drinking their morning cup of coffee. Affirmations and caffeine are a great way to start the day!
Get it from PlayfulHydaway on Etsy Canada for $29.99 (available in two sizes).
6. Or a wine tumbler for the Grey's Anatomy fan who needs a reminder that you love them as much as Meredith and Christina love each other.
Get it from PrettyPartyProjects on Etsy Canada for $32.50.
7. A musical mushroom that'll serenade them with “Let It Go” from Frozen, because letting go of 2020 is truly a vibe. Just turn the mushroom's head to wind it up and it'll play everyone's favourite Disney power anthem.
"🎵 You'll never see me cry 🎵" (jk, I cry all the time).
Get it from BleevinForest on Etsy Canada for $39.99.
8. A prosecco glass that'll hold an entire bottle of bubbly, which is a whole damn mood. Pick up their favourite bottle and they can enjoy it all at once in this gigantic glass.
10. Or a bouquet of cheerful blooms for the friend who's a sucker for pretty flowers. Treat them to this mix of blooms that might just encourage them to ~stop and smell the roses~.
Get it from 1-800-Flowers for $34.99+ (available with or without a vase).
11. A light therapy lamp that'll help keep their spirits up if the darkness of fall and winter tends to get them down. It imitates natural sunlight to help them to feel more energized and on top of their game.
12. A rose quartz facial roller that'll give them a spa-level face massage. It’ll help to depuff their eyes, get rid of dark circles, and promote blood circulation. Plus, they can use it after applying moisturizers or serums to increase absorption into their skin!
Get it from Sephora Canada for $53.
13. A rose face mask that smells like something straight out of a dreamy garden. It has rosewater, cucumber extract, and aloe vera gel that'll help to calm and moisturize their stressed-out skin.
Get it from Sephora Canada for $80.
14. A pillow spray that'll help them fall asleep faster. It harnesses the soothing powers of botanicals like lavender to lull them into deep sleep, so they can wake up fresh and well-rested.
I’m very much into aromatherapy, and I’ve found that by pairing the scent with my nighttime routine, it has started to signal to my brain that it's time to wind down for the night.
Read the full review of Deep Sleep pillow spray (it’s #2 on the list)!
Get it from Sephora Canada for $34.
15. Or a relaxing tea for the friend who loves a nice cup before bed. It has all-natural and caffeine-free ingredients like chamomile, lemon balm, lavender, rosehip, and spearmint that'll help them drift off into Dreamland.
16. An eye pillow that they can use as a hot or cold treatment to soothe headaches and help reduce inflammation. Just put it in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or pop it in the freezer for 30 minutes, lie back, and the pillow will work its magic.
Get it from Piglet for $29.39.
17. A Bob Ross mug that changes colours when you pour hot liquid into it. As they brew up their morning cup of tea they'll be rewarded with one of the artist’s calming landscape paintings, complete with happy little clouds.
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18. A seven-piece cocktail making set that'll help them mix up some delicious adult beverages or mocktails, because after a hard day, they deserve a treat. It has a built-in strainer that'll prevent any particles from being poured into their glass, and it's made of stainless steel, so it won't rust over time.
19. A screaming goat that'll make them laugh out loud, because this little friend is ridiculous. Just press the tree stump and they'll be treated to the hilarious bleats the goat produces.
20. 52 Lists for Happiness: Weekly Journaling Inspiration for Positivity, Balance, and Joy by Moorea Seal that'll tickle the heart of any list maker. Weekly prompts will ask them to make a list on exactly what makes them happy on various subjects, which will help them understand and appreciate those things even more.
21. A foot massager for your friend who has to stand all day. It uses acupressure to help relieve aches and pains and will stimulate blood flow to the area, providing instant relief.
It has over 5,000 five-star reviews and people say that it’s a lifesaver if you’re on your feet all day or have planter fasciitis.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $19.95.
22. And lastly, a bath caddy that has a specially-designed wine glass holder for the ultimate relaxing treat. It's made of pure bamboo and can extend to fit pretty much any bathtub.
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