Searching for gift ideas for the badass women in your life (or, ya know, yourself)? You’re in the right place. We’ve compiled our favorite beauty products, books, fitness must-haves, and cozy at-home collectibles across a variety of price points so you can find that perfect stocking stuffer, Secret Santa gift, or special something.
Beauty
Self-care is one of the best gifts you can give to the women in your life, starting with one of these high-quality, responsibly-crafted beauty products. At-home spa day, anyone?
Eucerin Original Healing Cream
Know someone who suffers from dry, itchy skin? This tried-and-true cream is ideal for extremely dry, sensitive, and compromised skin — it makes for the perfect stocking stuffer!
Paula’s Choice Phytoestrogen Elasticity Renewal Serum
This potent face and neck serum from Paula’s Choice is specifically designed for estrogen-depleted skin.
BLOOMI Body and Massage Oil
A lavender-infused, anti-inflammatory body oil formulated for peak zen and ultimate Zzzs. Peep the whole store for sexologist-approved wellness goodies for you or your friends!
Better Not Younger Hair And Scalp Serum
A nourishing serum from an awesome, female-founded brand changing the beauty narrative for women over 40 through quality products that support the natural changes in our hair as we age.
Asutra Melatonin Magnesium Lotion
This body lotion containing melatonin and magnesium may be the boost you or your friend/family member needs to get ultimate Zzzs. Bonus points: Venus Williams is their Chief Brand Officer.
Books
For all the bookworms in your life, look no further than our curated list of the most empowering reads on our bookshelves right now.
All Fours
Miranda July’s new novel is one of those books that necessitates little description beyond “you just need to read it — you’ll see.” July weaves a tapestry of unconventional intimacies while interrogating what it means to be a midlife woman inhabiting identities of mother, artist, wife, and more.
The Menopause Brain: New Science Empowers Women to Navigate the Pivotal Transition with Knowledge and Confidence
In her new book, neuroscientist and women’s brain health expert Dr. Lisa Mosconi dispels the myth that menopause only impacts our ovaries and breaks down the intricate relationship between hormonal changes during menopause and the brain.
With Pleasure: Managing Trauma Triggers for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships
Co-written by a licensed sex and relationship therapist and a sexuality journalist, this new book provides expert insights, anecdotes, and actionable tips to re-establish pleasure after sexual trauma.
Rage Becomes Her: The Power of Women’s Anger
An eye-opening book on harnessing female rage as an instrument for social change. A must-read for anyone who’s ever been told their emotions are “too much.”
Big Friendship – A Book on Long Distance Friendships
A heartening memoir from two best friends on their long-term friendship and choosing to support each other through the ups and downs.
Fitness
Our top picks for all the fitness buffs in your life.
Fabric Exercise Loop Bands
These versatile exercise bands can be used for everything from yoga to pilates — and, in our opinion, they’re way better than the rubber kinds.
Melissa Wood Health
Fortunately, Melissa Wood Health — one of our favorite streaming workout sites, with classes that combine pilates and yoga to help build strength — offers gift cards for a year or a month-long membership.
Girlfriend Collective Clothing
High quality and ethically manufactured athleisure and swimwear created from recycled materials (available in sizes XXS-6XL!). If you have a friend or family member who’s ready to hop on the exercise dress trend, they’ve got your back.
Weighted Jump Rope
Get one for yourself and your friend so you can get your sweat on (and tone those arms) together! Start with just 30 seconds a day and progress from there.
Drinks
These drinks are the perfect Secret Santa or White Elephant gift, not to mention the ultimate addition to a festive holiday gift basket.
Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Distilled Spirits
Sugar-free, non-alcoholic spirits made with carefully-sourced herbs, spices, peels, and barks like blood orange, lemongrass, and ginger.
Organic India Tulsi Sweet Rose Tea
It’s sweet, calming, caffeine-free, and perfect for the colder months to come.
Rasa
These adaptogenic coffee alternatives taste good, are good for you, and are perfect for friends and family trying to curb their caffeine cravings.
Non
This non-alcoholic wine alternative is made with verjus, the unfermented juice of young, unripened grapes.
Athletic Brewing Non-Alcohol Beer
Friends more into beer than wine or spirits? Check out Athletic Brewing – they have Belgian-style whites, IPAs, lagers, and more.
Cozy at home
Know someone who goes all-in on hygge during the cold winter months? Consider candles or cozy sleepwear.
Ember Mug 2
This heated mug was designed for the home or office and allows you to set an exact drinking temperature so that your drink is never too hot or too cold.
Changes Candles Vetiver Amber Candle
This hand-poured candle has a label that slowly changes color as the candle burns — perfect for meditation or a bedtime routine.
Parachute Cloud Cotton Robe
According to this hilarious (and painfully relatable) SNL sketch, robes aren’t the most thoughtful stocking stuffers. But that hasn’t stopped us from adding these cozy Turkish cotton robes straight onto our wish list.
Cool Jams Sleepwear
Struggling with night sweats but not in the mood to sleep au naturale? Check out this sleepwear and bedding brand perfect for all of those hot and steamy bedroom moments.
Sockwell Compression Socks
These wool compression socks help with circulation, fatigue, and the prevention of varicose veins.
For the bedroom
Unbound Flick Vibrator
This fashion-forward ring doubles as a compact vibe that’s fun and easy to use. It comes in silver and gold, and is great for travel, going out, partner play – really wherever you fancy. It also has interchangeable bands and comes in sizes 4-11 so everyone can find a fit.
Kindra Daily V Lotion
This vaginal moisturizer was developed to improve vulvovaginal dryness and discomfort when used daily for anyone experiencing hormonal changes. It boasts ingredients like vitamin E and coconut oil and comes free of fragrance and parabens.