Let’s face it: the past few years have been a lot. Between the chaos of a global pandemic, endless Zoom calls, and the general weight of existing in today’s world, we’re all running on empty. And let’s be honest—those random tech gadgets, novelty socks, or action figurines you’ve been gifting? They’re not exactly helping anyone feel better.
What we really need are gifts that nurture our well-being, boost our mood, and remind us to slow down and breathe. Enter: self-care gifts.
These aren’t just fluffy bath bombs or scented candles (though those are great too). We’re talking high-quality, sustainable, and intentional gifts that actually make a difference. Think luxurious bath soaks, calming essential oil diffusers, and eco-friendly subscription boxes designed to help you unwind and recharge while doing good for the world.
Self-care looks different for everyone, but one thing’s for sure: we all deserve a little time to relax, rejuvenate, and reset. Whether you’re shopping for a loved one or treating yourself, these 20+ self-care gift ideas are here to help you spread a little much-needed joy and calm.
Because let’s be real—we could all use a little more of that right now!
15+ Best Self-Care Gifts To Give Everyone This Year
TheraBox – Self Care Subscription Box
Unbox happiness on a monthly basis! This wildly popular box is one of our favorite gifts for people who need a little bit of self-care and self-love.
TheraBox contents are mindfully curated by therapists to reduce stress & increase joy through self-love. Each box includes 1 research-inspired therapeutic activity to promote gratitude and happiness. It will also feature 6-8 self-care and wellness products that will serve to reduce stress & enhance the mind, body, and soul! Expect products ranging from aromatherapy, natural/organic bath, body, skincare products, and other lifestyle goodies!
Each box has over $120+ retail value, so this is quite a deal for the price you’re paying!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Plans starting at $39.99/month, cancel anytime
Ships to: Ships worldwide from United States
Alltrue’s Artisan Box
Looking for a subscription box that’s as meaningful as it is beautiful? Alltrue’s Artisan Box is here to deliver handcrafted, ethically made goods that tell a story. This newest offering from Alltrue focuses on supporting artisans and small businesses around the world, bringing you unique, high-quality items that you won’t find anywhere else.
Each box is a curated collection of home goods, accessories, and lifestyle products—think handwoven baskets, hand-poured candles, and intricately designed jewelry. Every item is crafted with care, using sustainable materials and traditional techniques. It’s more than just a subscription; it’s a way to connect with global craftsmanship and make a positive impact.
Gift Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks
Treat her to a soothing at-home treatment for tired eyes. These gold foil eye masks will brighten, hydrate, and reduce the appearance of dark circles and wrinkles around the eyes. Best of all, they won’t fall off like some sheet masks, so she can multitask all the while she’s pampering herself. These under eye masks are award-winning, cruelty-free, and vegan!
Vitruvi Stone Diffuser
The Vitruvi Diffuser is absolutely gorgeous. Crafted out of high-quality porcelain, these beautiful stone diffusers will diffuse essential oils throughout the home, while doubling as a stunningly simple piece of decor. It’s a self-care gift and a housewarming gift all wrapped up in one awesome product. Best of all, they come in 4 different earth tone colors.
Capri Blue Candle in Volcano
No lie, we absolutely adore Capri Blue candles, especially Volcano, their signature scent. Volcano is an energizing blend of exotic citrus and sugary notes. Feeling like you’re in a tropical paradise doesn’t have to include flying miles away! The scents of all of their candles are simply divine and will transport anyone to their best tropical dreams. Capri Blue also has equally amazing diffusers, too!
BONUS: We recently discovered a genius, new way to light candles. Enter the electric candle lighter–these babies solve the problem of finicky matches, lighters, and burnt fingers! Instead of using flammable fluids or friction to start a flame, electric candle lighters contain a lithium-ion battery in a slim case. He’ll just have to click it and get a small electrical arc of heat. Touch that to the candle wick and the candle will magically light!
NEST Reed Diffuser
Scents and fragrances do wonders for relaxation and self-care. But we get it, candles aren’t for everyone. Reed diffusers are great alternatives to candles. If he/she is not a candle person but loves a good-smelling home nonetheless, NEST Fragrances diffusers are the solution. This bestseller includes notes of flowering bamboo, mingled with a variety of white florals, sparkling citrus, and fresh green accords. And since NEST has a ton of other scents, their diffusers make a great self-care gift for anyone!
HopeBox
HopeBox is literally the gift of comfort and love! This box features books, aromatherapy, jewelry, candles, snuggle buddies, organic soaks, scrubs, masks, and more. The coolest thing about the products is that they’re sourced from talented artisans, all of whom have their own inspiring stories of hope and renewal. Each self-care product is full-sized, vegan, and cruelty-free. You can choose between the Hopebox Light (6+ items, retail value $65+), Hopebox (10+ items, retail value $115+), and the Hopechest (15+ items, retail value $165+).
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Plans starting at $43.99/month, cancel anytime
Ships to: Ships within the US
Paradise Delivered Premium Box
Who needs a tropical getaway when you can bring the vacation vibes straight to your doorstep? Paradise Delivered Premium Box is your ticket to a luxurious, spa-inspired staycation right at home. Each month, you’ll receive 7-8 full-sized, hand-selected products inspired by the world’s most beautiful destinations—think Bali beaches, Santorini sunsets, and Caribbean breezes.
With a retail value of $200+, every box is packed with indulgent goodies like organic skincare, wellness essentials, best-selling books, trendy fashion accessories, and more. Whether it’s a soothing bath soak, a chic piece of jewelry, or a page-turning novel, each item is designed to refresh your mind, body, and spirit.
Perfect for anyone craving a little self-care or a taste of wanderlust, Paradise Delivered is your monthly escape to relaxation and rejuvenation.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $49.99 per box
Ships To: U.S. and Canada
Mindful Box
Life can be overwhelming, but Mindful Box by Mindful Souls is here to help you hit pause and recharge. Each box is packed with 6-8 carefully curated self-care products, handpicked by therapists to promote mindfulness, reduce stress, and boost your overall well-being.
From soothing aromatherapy and healing crystals to beauty products and spiritual mystery items, every box is designed to help you feel grounded, balanced, and cared for.
With over 1 million satisfied customers in the last 5 years, Mindful Box has become a go-to for anyone looking to prioritize self-care. Each box has a retail value of over 100, but you pay just $39.97—thanks to their ethical, direct sourcing from artisans around the world. There are no middlemen and no markups, just authentic, high-quality products delivered straight to your door.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $39.97 per box
Ships To: U.S. and Canada (free shipping!)
Jade Stone Facial Roller
We could all use a facial massage. And if you disagree, you simply don’t know how good it feels until you try it for yourself! This jade facial roller and gua sha set can be used on all skin types to help improve circulation and reduce the puffiness that comes with sleep deprivation. You’ll get some muscle tension relief and lymphatic drainage to help your skin look fresher and lifted.
Luxury Waffle Weave Spa Robe
If you want to make someone feel like they’re truly living a spa vacation, they’ve gotta look the part! What better way to do that than with a luxury waffle weave bathrobe that feels great against the skin? From our experience, robes made of 100% Egyptian and Turkish cotton make us feel the most at ease. This set actually comes as a set–one for him and one for her! While you’re at it, how about treating them to some new luxury towels?
Sound+Sleep High Fidelity Sleep Sound Machine
The Sound+Sleep Sound Machine is a nighttime game changer! It carries 30 rich and immersive sound environments for better sleep, relaxation, and sound masking. The Adaptive Sound feature listens to your environment and responds instantly by adjusting audio volume. There’s even a sleep timer that gently reduces the volume after 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes to allow you to drift off to sleep soundly.
Dr. Pedicure Foot Exfoliation Mask
Foot care is definitely considered self-care. This is a special foot mask with skin smoothing and moisturizing ingredients (17 types of natural vegetable extracts) made to get rid of coarse, dull, and dead skin on the foot. You’ll notice smooth, soft and clean looking feet are revealed after just one use.
The Spirit Almanac: A Modern Guide to Ancient Self-Care
This beautifully illustrated handbook makes self-care a whole lot easier to actually practice. The Spirit Almanac provides readers with accessible rituals they will want to call on time and time again in order to feel more grounded and aligned with their senses and their purpose. This book invites readers to practice dozens of routines incorporating science-backed techniques like breathwork, meditation, and aromatherapy, as well as more esoteric offerings like astrology, crystals, and tarot.
ThisWorks Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
Made with a super blend of lavender, vetivert, and chamomile, this Deep Sleep Pillow Spray calms both the mind and the body, soothing you to sleep. Used as part of your bedtime routine, it will help reduce any anxiety you have and help you stay relaxed throughout the night. This is something we always buy for ourselves as well as gift to friends who value self-care!
Feeling Fab Box
The Feeling Fab Box is your monthly reminder that your body and mind both need love and appreciation. This box provides you with the tools to not only take care of yourself but also to build your daily self-care routines and rituals. Each box contains 6-9 products valued up to $100 retail value, including skincare and beauty products, wellness tools, self-care trackers, mood charts, and more. Looking for something smaller? They also have a mini version of the box (includes 4-6 products, retail value of $60).
Quility Premium Cotton Weighted Blanket
There’s nothing more important than a good night’s sleep, and quality sleep is one of the best self care gifts to give. Quility’s premium weighted blanket provides the warmth, pressure, and comfort of a hug. Whoever you choose to gift this to, they’ll be able to fall asleep feeling comfortable and secure (and stay asleep throughout the night). This will translate into a morning of feeling renewed and ready for another day!
Art Of Tea Subscription
Art of Tea has a tea of the month club that’s one of the best ones out there in existence. A tea club membership will allow you to try new teas and expand your horizons as well as provide a lasting gift for tea-lovers! Choose from one of 5 options: Caffeine Free, Classic, Single Origin, Explore, and Pyramid Sachets. Each month, not only will you be sent high-quality teas, but you will also receive information on the teas you’re drinking, so you can learn more about the world of tea.
Frequency: Monthly
Single Origin options: Yes
Cost: ~$23 per month for 3 months, additional savings for 6 or 12-month subscriptions.
Ships To: US only, free shipping.
Another way to practice self care is by using your hands to craft or create art! Check out our list of the best subscription boxes for DIY, arts, and crafts.
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