The best self-care gifts she’ll actually use (and love) this holiday season
We are big on self-care here at BOSW, and we know we’re not the only ones. Some of the best holiday gifts are the ones that not only show how much we care, but also encourage the ones we love to take care of themselves. We’ve rounded up some of the coziest, mood-boosting, sleep-encouraging and best self-care gifts for women. These gift ideas are ideal for girlfriends, moms, daughters, besties and anyone who could use a bit of extra comfort this winter season.
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Cozy and calming self-care gift ideas for the holiday season
From candles, robes and houseplants to balms and lotions, these soothing picks deliver the self-care and comfort every friend and family member deserves. Show someone special you’re thinking of them by wrapping, gifting or stocking-stuffing one of these standout self-care treats.
Ary + Maan (Satin Embroidered Robe)
Ary + Maan had me at “velvet and satin.” What I’ve come to call “the robe of all robes,” is a luxurious combination of not only velvet and satin, but also culture, fashion and story. Inspired her daughter’s request for Diwali pajamas and a desire to bolster products for multicultural families, Katy Spada’s Ary + Maan’s embroidered robes are unique and meaningful. The diya and rangoli embroidered motifs will make this soft and silky robe a memorable and cherished holiday present for years to come.
BOSWow factor: Honestly, the robe of all robes is something you and your bestie could twin at one of the Southwest’s numerous resorts and/or spas. Can’t you picture the coffees, cocktails and facemasks you’d pair with your Satin Embroidered Robes?
Purchase here: aryandmaan.com
Avyna Cosmetics (Shampoo Laluronico and Conditioner)
I can’t cheerlead enough for this hair-care line. Made in Italy, Avyna Cosmetics brings life to your hair without a hit to your budget. Once you gift a luxe shampoo and conditioner set, your giftee can continue their Avyna hair regimen without breaking the bank. Their Laluronico line is a standout: The Shampoo for Damaged Hair gently cleanses while strengthening weakened, over-processed strands, using a paraben-free formula that leaves hair soft and shiny. The Maschera Ialuronico Extreme Nutrition Mask (aka conditioner) replenishes nutrients lost to chemical treatments and restores manageability. Together, the duo delivers healthy, nourished, salon-worthy results at a refreshingly fair price (a little over $20 per bottle).
BOSWow factor: As someone who has spent far more than I’d like to admit on premium products, I can say with confidence: my previous regimen cost double and didn’t leave my hair looking or feeling nearly as good. Your split-ended friends will thank you!
Purchase here: Use this link for a 5% discount!
Caldwell Cosmetics (Tallow Lip Balm, Whipped Tallow Balm, Tallow Lotion)
What happens when a BBQ restaurant decides to launch a 100% prime-grade beef tallow cosmetic line? Magic! Caldwell’s Lip Balm, Whipped Tallow Balm and Tallow Lotion are divine. Truly, anyone you gift these skin-hydrating beef tallow products to will be thrilled. All three items make my skin feel hydrated and glowy. The lotion and whipped balm have the best, fresh smell and I love how moisturized the lip balm makes my lips feel.
BOSWow factor: Caldwell Cosmetics is a Southwest-based business, with brick-and-mortar locations in Gilbert and Queen Creek, Arizona, and all products are available online. If you live, or have someone you love in the Southwest, they’ll appreciate this homegrown gift.
Purchase here: caldwellcosmetics.myshopify.com
Dandy Nomads (Southwest Candle Collection)
How can we not love Dandy Nomads’ clever Southwest Candle Collection? We are, after all, The Best of the Southwest! Representing part of our SW region — Arizona, Texas, California, Nevada and Las Vegas — each candle has the cheeky, wonderful slogan “Smell like a trip to…” followed by the destinations as mentioned above. We are eagerly awaiting Colorado, Utah and New Mexico. These candles are vegan, each with a distinct scent that evokes the spirit of Southwest travel, making them a perfect gift for the nomad in your life.
BOSWow factor: We know we’re a bit biased here because of the Southwest theme, but we also love the subtle humor implied with this candle collection and each one smells amazing, which is why we designate Dandy Nomads’ Southwest Candle Collection as a 2025 Bestie Holiday Gift.
Purchase here:
Nevada: https://dandynomads.etsy.com/listing/4331116146
Las Vegas: https://dandynomads.etsy.com/listing/1803028995
Texas: https://dandynomads.etsy.com/listing/1874135502
Arizona: https://dandynomads.etsy.com/listing/1803029567
California: https://dandynomads.etsy.com/listing/1889237619
Derma Root (Skin Repair Balm)
My skin can be an itchy, dry beast. Enter the itch elixir: Derma Root. If you have a family member or friend — like me — who has keratosis, eczema or other itchy skin conditions that don’t bode well with most over-the-counter products, they will appreciate Derma Root’s Skin Repair Balm. It’s 100% natural, steroid-free, safe for infants 3 months and older, halts itching almost instantly and has no chemicals or preservatives.
BOSWow factor: This balm is lightweight and non-greasy, but honest to goodness, takes the itch away in minutes. It’s small (but mighty) size makes it an optimal stocking stuffer.
Purchase here: dermaroot.com
Karlee Smith (Loungewear)
At BOSW we love a good story as much as a high-quality product, and designer Karlee Smith has given us both. I’m confident that the moms, daughters, besties, aunties and other women in your world will appreciate any cozy loungewear piece from the Karlee Smith collection. The snuggly socks and Luxe Lounge Cozy Robe (a fluffy chenille dream) are our favorites, and we can’t say enough about the silky PJ sets (with adorable pink bows) and the sports bras — engineered for comfort and compression. Interestingly, Karlee Smith designs sports bras with post-surgery support in mind, offering gentle compression — one more thing we appreciate about her thoughtful, beautiful and buttery-soft designs.
BOSWow Factor: All the Karlee Smith products we sampled are high quality, mega-soft and the support bras offer support while also being super cute. Bundling a few of these items provides the ultimate self-care package this holiday season.
Website: karleesmith.com
Perfect Plants (House Plant)
Purifying the air and looking pretty aren’t the only things houseplants do. They boost your mood! That’s why we put Perfect Plants in our self-care guide. Perfect Plants Nursery is a family-owned plant nursery in Florida that’s been in business for over four decades — yes, they ship to the Southwest. In addition to house plants, they ship fruit trees (limitations for shipping to different states), shrubs and fertilizer right to your door! A brochure is included with each leafy-mood booster to ensure best plant health and wellbeing. The recipient of your plant present will know exactly how to plant, pot and water their new friend.
BOSWow factor: Perfect Plants can help determine the perfect plant to gift to your loved one, and what can and can’t be shipped to your state (no fruit trees for Arizona). I love my Golden Pathos “Goldie” who instantly boosted my mood when arriving at my door.
Purchase here: Plant: myperfectplants.com/collections/houseplants, fertilizer: myperfectplants.com/products/liquid-mist-fertilizer-for-pothos, soil: myperfectplants.com/products/pothos-soil-mix
Las Travel Loungewear (Com-Pressi-On Me World Wrap)
The light compression sleeves and ultra-cozy Bamboo Cotton (97% cotton and 3% Spandex) make the Las Travel Loungewear Com-Pressi-On Me World Wrap ideal for road trips and long flights. Flip the hood up on this on-the-go blanket-meets-hoodie, wrap yourself tight and say good night! We put the World Wrap in our self-care section — instead of travel — because, really, this ultra-comfortable loungewear staple can be worn anytime, anywhere. We all know that one person — or honestly, almost everyone — who loves to be wrapped up at all times. This is the gift for them!
BOSWow factor: The Com-Pressi-On Me World Wrap looks super cute paired with sweatpants, leggings and a tank. It’s an optimal gift for any gal pal who likes to be comfortable on the go.
Purchase here: lasloungewear.com/product-page/com-pressi-on-me-world-wrap
LONÉZ SCENTS (The Buttah Cookies tin)
Get ready for a scent sensation like never before! I’m sure — like me — you’ve encountered many candles in your life, but you’ve likely not experienced the rich but not overpowering aromas like those of LONÉZ SCENTS’s. The Buttah Cookies tin, the perfect gift for candle lovers, contains Peppercorn & Citrus Peel, Cashmere & Hayflower, Balsam Fir, Vibrant Harvest and Brown Butter votives. To top it off, LONÉZ SCENTS votives are made from 100% soy wax grown in the USA.
BOSWow factor: The cookie tin presentation of Buttah Cookies with its variety of candle “flavors” is a unique gift for the person who appreciates yummy aromas and more than meets the eye goodies you’d normally receive in a cookie tin.
Purchase here: lonezscents.com/products/buttah-cookies-assorted-candle-set
Saatva (Saatva Votive Candle Collection)
Did you know that one in three adults do not regularly get the recommended amount of uninterrupted sleep they need to protect their health, according to SleepHealth.org? Saatva Votive Candle Collection is here to help! The four-piece gift set encourages four stages of sleep: Restore, Unwind, Drift and Dream. Each slumber-enticing votive contains a natural coconut wax blend, infused with organic fragrance oils, and is hand-poured for a clean, long burn. The scents are mild and had us truly feeling ready to unwind after a crazy day.
BOSWow factor: Your sleep-deprived giftee will appreciate these Saatva neutral-color bedside charmers — they blend nicely with any type of decor and don’t take up much space on your night table. You can also buy the votives separately!
Purchase here: saatva.com/furniture/scented-votives
Zillajee (Cotton Pajama Pants)
We love celebrating diversity at BOSW, so Zillajee being a woman-of-color-owned business is an added plus to the company’s comfy and sweet loungewear. What better gift to give one of your women friends than a brand owned and designed by women — and home to some of the most cheerful pajama pants we’ve encountered. Zillajee’s cotton jammy pants are breathable and come in a variety of vibrant patterns (our favorite is “Floral Whispers”).
BOSWow factor: Since Zillajee lounge pants are 100% cotton, they’re lightweight and perfect for the warmer months of most Southwest desert states, but can also just as easily be paired with a cute sweatshirt for chillier seasons.
Purchase here: zillajee.com
