Holiday 2020: The Best Wellness Gifts Under $35

2020 has been a wild one, and this holiday season is guaranteed to be different than any holiday season have ever celebrated. As we turn inward –both literally and metaphorically– due to quarantine, we can still express love and gratitude for those in our lives by means of a heartfelt gift. Below, you will find a curated list of 15 wellness-oriented gifts to inspire and delight. In an effort to provide inspiration across income levels, the following wellness-promoting gifts come in at under $35. Happy Shopping!

Zoya Nail Polish Quartet in “‘Tis the Season” ($15)

Get this sweet set of polishes by Zoya, one of the first nail brands to be formulated without 10 yucky ingredients* commonly found in other polishes. Quarantine has made us all masters of the at-home manicure, so you know this will go over well. Give the gift of festive fingernails.

_{*formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, dibutyl phthalate, toluene, camphor, TPHP, parbens, xylene, ethyl tosylamide and lead}

Moon Juice – The Full Moon Dust ($35)

Who doesn’t want to transform their beauty, brain, sex, power, spirit and dreams? This sample pack is a great way to give your squad a way try all of Moon Juice’s offerings for themselves.

15-Stage Shower Head ($23)

After living in Florida for a few weeks, it has become so clear the effect that the hard NYC water was having on my hair and skin. Great for pizza and bagels, not so great for beauty. If only I had just popped one of these bad boys onto my shower head. It also filters out various undesirable trace chemicals that can find their way into the water supply. Give the gift of soft skin and hair.

BLK + GRN Gift Card

It can be difficult to select one item from all of the luxe natural goods available at BLK + GRN, so why not give the gift of choice? BLK + GRN is an online marketplace featuring natural products created by black artisans. Supporting black businesses and cutting down on decision fatigue: a win-win.

Also, let them know that they can receive 10% off all items on the site by using the code Azeezah10

How To Love Me: Better Relationships Through Self-Knowledge by Caitlin V. Neal ($6)

Don’t sleep on this pamphlet: it is the definition of small but mighty. It deftly tackles one of life’s most important questions: what does it it actually mean to love yourself? This simple yet profound workbook prompts readers to get into the mechanics of who they are and what loving themselves means in practice. Get a copy for yourself and one for everyone on your list.

Tata Harper Purifying Cleanser ($35)

Tata Harper is one of the most popular luxe natural skincare lines out today, with good reason. Ms. Harper sources the ingredients for her namesake brand directly from plants grown on her Vermont farm. The packaging is cute and vanity-friendly, and the products actually work. For a splurge, try out the resurfacing mask.

Gratitude Journal ($14)

Gratitude is key at all times, but especially when things feel tough. This beautiful journal constructed with archival paper is a lovely companion to a self-reflection practice.

French Girl Organics Rose Sea Soak ($22)

Long winter nights call for long hot baths. This baby will elevate a common evening soak into a spa experience. French Girl creates its products using organic ingredients.

Certified Organic Home Garden Kit ($27)

Help your loved ones complete their #cottagecore aesthetic with this organic home garden seed kit. The plants can be grown on windowsills. Smile knowingly when they casually flex their homemade cooking complete with herbs they grew themselves on social.

Body Brush with Massaging Nubs ($10)

The nubbly bits on this dry brush help boost circulation, in addition to the lymph-moving benefits provided by the bristles. If you really want to be a super Santa, pair this with the shower head for maximum giftage.

Clean Enough by Katzie Guy-Hamilton ($25)

The balanced approach to eating espoused in this book is something we can all get behind, especially in 2020. The motto: eat your veggies, but save room for dessert.

Maybe if you’re lucky, the recipient of this lovely book will share some of their delicious creations with you. Truly a gift that keeps on giving.

Ancient Foods Organic Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil ($22)

This is the good stuff. No weird fake olive oils here, containing trace chemicals and other yucky elements. It might seem strange to give this as a gift, but high-quality, organic, small-batch olive oil is truly liquid gold.

Paddywax Soy Candle in Glacier ($30, $20 with Prime)

A nice candle as a gift is a perennial favorite, but these are special. The wooden wicks crackle like a log fire when lit, and and a percentage of the proceeds go toward conservation efforts in support of the namesakes of each candle. May I suggest Glacier — named after Glacier National Park — which smells of white pine and hemlock. It is also a natural wax candle: I explain why that is important in this post.

Sakara Life Holiday Popcorn Trio ($34 with discount BF-AZEEZAH2020)

Is it really the holidays without a delicious popcorn tin? Now, you can gift your loved ones with a superfood version, made from organic, non-GMO corn and flavored with vegan, natural ingredients.

Technically, this delicious gift costs more than $35, but lucky you! You have access to my exclusive promo code (BF-AZEEZAH2020) which brings the price down to just over $33. Valid until November 30th.

Grown Alchemist Lip and Hand Kit ($33)

Grown Alchemist is having a moment. This minimalist-chic duo is sure to look fab floating around in a handbag or placed on a nightstand. Crafted using natural ingredients and free from petroleum byproducts.

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Stay safe and healthy. Happy gifting!