This V-Day, Treat Yourself To A Self-Care Gift Basket
This V-Day, Treat Yourself To A Self-Care Gift Basket
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This Valentine’s Day, instead of shopping for other peeps, spoil yourself! Think of it as a reward for all the kind, courageous and empathetic ways you put yourself out into the world #everydamnday. We’ve got loads of ideas to help you curate a self-care gift basket – for day, night, the gym and more!
Self-Care Gift Basket Ideas, Day Version
Look no further than this snuggly warm and super-cute merino wool hoodie for your post-workout go-to. It’s made with plant-based dyes by Smartwool, $180
Is it even a self-care gift basket if there’s not a candle included? This sweet scented, three-wick, rose-scented candle is the perfect way to instantly lift your mood. Bath & Body Works, $1
This special Luna scarf incorporates flowers that have symbolic meaning in traditional Chinese culture, like Tiger lily for confidence and Cherry blossom for renewal. It’s available from Lambert, $50Pucker up with this clean, buttery balm that delivers smooth, comfortable, long-lasting hydration from Bite Beauty, $29.
Self-Care Gift Basket Ideas, Orange You Glad You Did This For Yourself Version
Lets say this together: No more flimsy mats. We want cushioning and comfort and support whether we’re in shavasana or doing hundreds. B MAT Strong 6mm, $95 at byoganow.com.
Reading a book should be relaxing, and this USB-chargeable light is 99.94% free of blue spectrum light that is not only healthy for they eyes, but energy levels, too. Plus, it's always in the perfect spot – clipped to the book cover. Hooga Rechargeable Amber Booklight, $19 at indigo.ca
Refresh the air around you by placing this under the driver’s seat in the car, in the closet or behind the computer monitor. Green Leaf Orange & Honey Sweet Citrus Scented Sachet, $5 at shopepiphanyapparel.ca.
A mid-afternoon energizer is always chocolate. But luxurious orange dark chocolate wrapped in Chiyogami paper is a real treat, anytime of the day. Laura Slack Orange Filled Dark Chocolate Bar, $8 at lauraslack.com.
Turmeric is a superfood, known to help with inflammation, the immune system and more. But taking it as a latte is an easy way to remember to take it as a supplement. Blume Turmeric Blend, $20 at itsblume.com.
Meditation isn’t just for relaxing, it can also be invigorating and enhance focus. And this meditation chair allows for good posture and support. HalfMoon Vegan Leather Meditation Chair, $95 at shophalfmoon.ca.
—Lisa Hannam
Self-Care Gift Basket Ideas, Night Version
Give yourself the best gift ever – a good night’s sleep! It starts with soft, smooth sheets like these 400-thread count sateen beauties from goodmorning.com, $99A multipurpose body oil, this velvety formula is both nourishing (thanks to antioxidants and botanicals) and quick-absorbing (thanks to dry oil components) leaving you with glowing, soft skin. Oh, and it’s vegan, too! Graydon, $49There’s nothing like a good bedtime book to help you drift off to dreamland. This set, available at Homesense, helps you set intentions and count your blessings. That’s bestseller status, non? A self-care gift basket wouldn’t be complete without a good hand cream and we’ve found the perfect one! Citrus-scented Liquid Sunshine is new to the line, and is rich with shea butter, argan oil and oat extract to soothe and moisturize. Saje, $20Appropriately named the Cupid Bundle, this mask, hair ties and silk pillowcase are made from Mulberry silk and promise sweet zzz’s and frizz-free morning hair. Win-win! Lemonwood, $150.
Self-Care Gift Basket, Perfectly Pink & Fit Version
From dopamine and butterflies to blocking that f*cker––and all the infinite complexities of f*cking feelings. Happy Valentine’s Day! $65 at BKR
Who says wellness can't also be delicious? These yummy hims & hers Biotin Gummies are fortified with Biotin and Folic Acid to help support your hair, skin, and nails so they look healthy and strong. They're also formulated with Vitamin B12, B6, and D for an all-around wellness powerhouse. $20.23 at Revolve
Nothing says self-love more than a matching workout set! Get in the mood to move your body with this adorable Beach Riot set. Leggings $148, Top $118 at Beach Riot
Say NO to intimate skin struggles on the daily with a balancing routine of gentle cleansing and hydration. These are the soothing essentials you (and your lady garden) will love. $50 at Lady Suite Beauty
Add a constant but comfortable resistance to your workout with one pound Bala wrist and ankle weights, helping to burn fat and build muscle. For yoga, running, aerobics, pilates, walking, traveling, home workouts, core training. You name it! $65 at Indigo
There are very few wardrobe pieces that stand the test of time, can be worn every day without thinking twice about it, and are actually comfortable. But a good pair of sneakers? They’re the shoes we can’t find a single bad thing to say about. $212 at Athletic Propulsion Labs
—Danielle Goguen
Self-Care GiftBasket, Purple Jet, Set & Chill Version
This tea is for the indulgent tea drinker who needs to treat herself. It is a smooth blend of Indian and Ceylon black teas. Sloan Fine Tea Merchants Signature Caddy in Earl Grey Classic, $22 at sloanetea.com. All you need is a spritz or two of this lavender and vanilla essential oil spray to transform a busy home into a calming space. Terre Bleu Lavender Farm Lavender Room & Linen Spray, $18 at terrebleu.ca.What is more chill than relaxed silk PJs. But it’s the shirt-like tailoring and wide-leg design that have us wanting to wear this all day long. Banana Republic Silk Pajama Top & Pant Set, $300 at bananarepublic.ca.This brand is a celeb fave, and this 12-sachet set is a way to try the different plant-based supplements that claim to help with focus, hormones, sleep and more. Moon Juice Moon Dust Sachet Sampler, $35 at detoxmarket.com.