2021 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

My 2021 holiday gift guide is here!! You’ll find something for everyone on the list and the categories are more extensive than ever.

Like last year, I tried my best to focus on small businesses that are women owned and BIPOC-owned, and tried not to include Amazon links if possible. You’ll see the following acronyms next to each gift item to indicate the type of business.

• SB = small business
• WO = women-owned
• BIPOCO = BIPOC-owned

I hope this gift guide helps get some gifting ideas for all the loved ones in your life!

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Healthy Holiday Gift Guide 2020

• Gifts for Wellness & Self Care
• Gifts for Cooks & Foodies
• Gifts for Cozy, Comforting Home
• Gifts for Skincare & Beauty
• Gifts for Kids & Babies
• Gifts for Teens
• Stocking Stuffers

Gifts for Wellness & Self Care

1. Baloo Weighted Blanket (SB, WO): 10% off your first purchase if you sign up for their newsletter. Weighted blankets are like the most comforting and gentle hug. While there are many brands out there, I love that Baloo makes plastic and chemical-free products that are 100% cotton. Their blankets are vegan as well!
2. ban.do Feeling Feelings Card Deck (SB): A deck of cards to support your emotional growth and wellness. It’s a great tool for starting conversations, inspiring journal entries, and practicing empathy. I also love that 50% of the proceeds are donated to The Loveland Foundation!
3. Beautycounter’s Sugarbuff Body Polish (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. The most luxurious scrub with organic fine-milled sugar, this exfoliating body polish leaves skin glowing and so soft. It smells like lemongrass, and it’s one of my favorite things in my shower. So perfect for dry and flaky winter skin!
4. Beautycounter Solemates Exfoliating Duo (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. This is one of my favorite limited edition sets to give your feet some TLC. It comes with a volcanic pumice stone to exfoliate the skin, as well as the Sole Soothe Exfoliating Foot Balm, which contains 9% AHA and beta hydroxy acid blend to exfoliate and smooth skin. It really works!
5. 2022 Auralign Astrology Planner (SB, WO, BIPOCO): Know someone who loves being organized AND astrology? This thoughtfully designed planner is so beautiful wrapped in vegan leather, and includes solar dates, full and new moon ritual pages, intro to human behavior and astrology, and seasonal wellness guides.
6. Pique Tea Sun Goddess Matcha with Bamboo Scoop (SB): Get 5% off your first order with code JEAN5. Know anyone trying to cut back on their coffee habit? This is my favorite matcha brand that not only tastes amazing as the ones I’ve had in Japan, but also third party tested for heavy metals, pesticides, and toxic mold. You really can’t beat the quality!
7. Ordinary Habit Puzzles (SB, WO): 10% off your first purchase if you sign up for their newsletter. A company started by a mother-daughter duo, I love their thoughtful products highlighting a diverse group of female artists. Their puzzles are especially unique featuring beautiful art pieces.
8. Wildling’s Aura Collection (SB, WO): 10% off with code JEAN10. Wildling makes AMAZING skincare tools and products rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, and I’ve been a huge fan. Their Aura Collection is their 4-part body gua sha system to help release tight muscles, stimulate lymph flow, and smooth out the skin’s surface. If you want to purchase just the gua sha stone, you can do so here.
9. Beautycounter Good Scents Bath Oil Trio (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. Perfect gift for self care, these aromatherapy bath oils are so hydrating, you don’t even have to moisturize afterwards. The calming scents come from plant-based oils, so you won’t experience headaches that come from toxic chemical fragrances.
10. Equilibria Rest Luxury Gift Set (SB, WO): 15% off your first time order with code JEANCHOI. I’ve been loving Equilibria’s CBD for over 2 years and it’s made a huge difference in my sleep and anxiety. Their Rest Gift Set contains their Lavender Vanilla Relaxation Soak bath salts and the slow-release CBD softgels, which I personally take everyday.
11. HigherDOSE Infrared Sauna Blanket (WO, SB): This is a bit of a splurge, but it’s a good one! I was gifted this sauna blanket a year ago, and I use it to get some euphoric sweat going. Great for detoxification, relaxation, mood boost, and even skin health, I always get better sleep at night after using it too.

Gifts for Cooks & Foodies

1. Brightland Digestif Candle (SB, WO, BIPOCO): A candle designed for the kitchen. It removes food odors with wonderful notes of neroli, vetiver, and black pepper, and it has raving reviews. I love that it’s made with soy and olive oil, and it’s paraben and pthalate-free.
2. Cuisinart Hand Mixer: I use my hand mixer even more than my stand mixer! It’s such a great kitchen tool for mixing batter, whipping cream or eggs, shredding meat, stirring separated nut butter, and more. I just love the built-in storage container with this one too.
3. STAKCERAMICS Tablet Dock and Utensil Holder (SB): If you know someone who likes to follow online recipes, this is such a beautiful handmade gift. The ceramic utensil holder has a built-in walnut tablet dock, making it a 2-in-1 gift that’s unique and special.
4. DIY Sushi Making Kit (SB, WO, BIPOCO): For sushi lovers, this is the most complete kit I’ve found that comes with a rolling mat, chopsticks, sushi rice, nori, and all the seasoning you need. I prefer gifting experiences, and I love that this is both experience and material in one!
5. No Crumbs Left Bowls and Plates (SB, WO): I use these bowls and plates all the time, and they are just gorgeous! Handmade with love, they are durable and look great in my food photos too. I’ve been eyeing the unique breakfast plate, and that may need to be my next purchase!
6. Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker: When I first got an ice cream maker, I wasn’t sure if I would use it that much. But it gets so much use in the summertime and my ice cream always turns out ultra creamy and delicious. It’s a perfect gift for that friend with the sweet tooth.
7. Korean Paleo: This is my cookbook from 3 years ago, but I’m gonna shamelessly plug it here. With the popularity of Korean food growing, this is a great cookbook if you have food allergies and want to taste authentic Korean dishes. The recipes aren’t too complicated either!
8. Papier Recipe Journal (BIPOCO): For anyone who loves to create their own recipes, a recipe journal is a beautiful way to collect all their favorite dishes. I love when I see handwritten recipes from my mom or grandma, and this journal is a dedicated way to do just that.
9. Beth Blends (SB, WO): If you know anyone who has food allergies or an autoimmune condition, one of the major things they miss out on are baked goods like breads, pancakes, muffins, and cakes. These grain free, nut free, and nightshade flour blends use the highest quality ingredients with zero additives, and create baked goods with amazing texture.
10. Personalized Engraved Utensils (SB): I just love these engraved wooden utensils, and it’s the perfect hostess gift! Made with beautiful teak wood, the personalized touch is bound to make the recipient feel special and cared for.
11. bobajellyart Minimalist Food Art (SB, BIPOCO): These minimal food art pieces give a modern look and feel to Asian cuisine, and they bring such gorgeous color into any space. I just love the abstract depiction of each popular dish!

Gifts for Cozy, Comforting Home

1. Plants from Yelo Aple (SB, WO, BIPOCO): Always my favorite to gift and to get! Can one have too many plants? While there are many places to buy plants, I highly recommend doing so from a small business and not someplace like Home Depot. Yelo Aple is a black-owned business based in Ohio with a variety of gorgeous indoor plants, and you can get them delivered right to your door.
2. NossBoss Creations Macrame Plant Hanger or Shelf (SB, WO, BIPOCO): This shop has the most colorful and beautiful macrame creations, and I love their plant hangers and shelves. A great gift for plant lovers and home decor enthusiasts.
3. Smeg Electric Kettle: Smeg appliances are perfect for anyone who loves that retro style and look. It’s one of those things that might be a bit too pricey to buy yourself, but are such a delight when you get them as a gift. I only hear amazing reviews about this kettle, and it’s a home decor and functional piece in one.
4. Jungalow Natural Dyed Quilt (SB, WO, BIPOCO): I am obsessed with so many products from Jungalow with their colorful boho vibes and high quality creations. This earthy toned 100% cotton quilt adds a pop of color to the bedroom and it’s been naturally dyed in India.
5. Google Nest: We use our Google Nest ALL the time. It controls all our lights in the house, music, as well as our AC/heater. It’s my go-to kitchen timer as well. With so many uses, it’s the perfect gift for a homebody. I also like that the display version shows all our past photos as a screensaver, so we can relive some of our favorite memories. Check out the different versions for various price points.
6. Home Oniship Art Deco Brown Skin Girl Planter (SB, WO, BIPOCO): These brown skin girl planters are just the cutest and just bring a smile to my face. Handmade with love, it’s so fun that the plant leaves become the “hair” for each gorgeous girl.
7. HandsOnCeramics Matcher Holder Striker (SB, WO): I’m a huge fan of these ceramic match holders and strikers, and I have 3 at home. You store matches in the jar, and you can light them by striking on the unglazed sided of the jars. Make sure to use only Strike Anywhere matches for these.
8. Wake Up Light Alarm Clock: For anyone who likes to be woken up gently with the sunrise without the harsh noise of an alarm, this alarm clock stimulates dawn by mimicking sunlight. It’s so helpful when you want to sync your sleep/wake patterns with the cycle of the sun, adjust your body to a different time zone or daylight savings, as well as help make waking at least a bit more pleasurable.
9. Fontana Candle Company Candles (SB, WO): 15% off with code JEAN15. I love these natural toxin-free candles made with beeswax and coconut oil, and scented with pure essential oils. I did a huge research on toxin-free candles and these candles were some of the best I found on the market. The Fraser Fir scent is my favorite over the holidays!
10. Knot Pillow (SB, WO): This modern, minimalist pillow just screams for attention in any space – but in a good way! This unique and cute cushion comes in various sizes and colors, it’s machine washable, and I like that the material is organic cotton blend.
11. Morgan Harper Nichols Calendar (SB, WO, BIPOCO): One of my favorite artists of color, Morgan Harper Nichols comes out with a calendar of her art and poetry every year and this one is as gorgeous as ever. Her words are always so supportive, calming, and just what you need to hear at the moment. Every artwork brightens up a space as well, so it’s a nice thing to have up on the wall of your office or bedroom.

Gifts for Skincare & Beauty

1. Wildling Gua Sha Empress Collection (SB, WO): 10% off with code JEAN10. This is my favorite gua sha stone that’s composed of Bian stone, an amalgamate of 40+ minerals known for their healing properties. This collection has everything you need for your complete gua sha routine, but you if you want to just buy the stone, you can do that here.
2. Beautycounter Clean Dream Set (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. A great gift for tired mamas or healthcare workers, this set contains the best selling Overnight Resurfacing Peel to smooth and brighten skin, Countertime Tetrapeptide Supreme Cream to deeply hydrate skin and visibly reduce the appearance of wrinkles, as well as the softest eye mask made from cupro, a silk alternative.
3. Dazzle Dry Nail System (SB, WO): I’m a huge fan of Dazzle Dry toxin free nail polishes and it’s the only brand I use. They are free of harmful chemicals and skin-sensitizing ingredients, AND they stay on way longer than conventional nail polish and dry in literally a minute. The system comes with all the products you need for a beautiful, healthy manicure.
4. Beautycounter Good Glitz Duo (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. When it comes to makeup, it’s important to me that the products are heavy metal-tested without toxins. This eyeshadow palette and lip gloss duo is vibrant while being safe in a talc-free formula. It’s perfect for that effortless holiday glow, and looks amazing for all skin tones!
5. Facial Humidifier: I have chronic dry skin and live in Southern California, so a facial humidifier is a must during the winter, especially when the heat is on. This portable humidifier is wireless with an 8-hour run time, whisper quiet, and keeps skin happy and hydrated!
6. Beautycounter Smooth & Bright Duo (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. My favorite holiday set that feature the bestselling All Bright C Serum and the NEW Reflect Effect AHA Smoothing Facial Mask. This duo will brighten and smooth your skin with vitamin C while also providing both chemical and physical exfoliation. I couldn’t believe the difference in my skin after using the mask just once!
7. WTHN Rose Quartz Eye Mask (WO): Rose Quartz is a naturally cool stone, which makes it ideal for de-puffing eyes and reducing muscle tension. This luxurious eye mask also combats fatigue from screen time and helps eye cream absorb better. Hot tip: store it in the fridge for an extra cooling experience.
8. Equilibria Daily Treatment Oil (SB, WO): 15% off your first time order with code JEANCHOI. Curious about CBD-infused skincare? It’s all the rage these days. This treatment oil is wonderful for both face and body and reduces inflammation for acne, rosacea, eczema, and even dry or sun-damaged skin.
9. Beautycounter Mini Beyond Gloss Vault (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. I’m usually not a huge lip gloss fan, but the formula for these glosses are incredible. Jojoba oil prevents stickiness, while Conditioning Complex makes lips super hydrated. I also love that they are scented with a lovely organic vanilla. Makes a great stocking stuffer as well!
10. Wildling Facial Cupping Lumin Collection (SB, WO): 10% off with code JEAN10. This is their brand new collection (click here just for the cupping set) and it’s inspired by the Traditional Chinese Medicine healing modality of cupping. Designed to clarify, detoxify, de-puff, and sculpt the face and neck, I use it about twice a week and I love how my skin look and feels from it!
11. Beautycounter Countertime Deluxe Set (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. THE anti-aging skincare line that has made the most difference and improvement in my chronic dry skin, this is a smaller version of the coveted Countertime line. Designed to visibly firm, brighten, and plump the skin, it doesn’t contain harmful ingredients like retinol, and uses a safer plant-based alternative, bakuchiol, instead. It’s just as effective without the side effects!

Gifts for Kids & Babies

1. Macrame Swing (SB, WO): One of my favorite things my toddler likes to do is get pushed on her macrame swing. It’s so pretty and it’s also part of our home decor! Made with 100% cotton and wood, this swing is perfect for a fun-loving toddler. 20% of all sales from this shop will go directly to hurricane relief in Northern Nicaragua.
2. Wooden Threading Toy: We have this exact threading toy and it keeps my daughter occupied for a long time. They are colorful with fun little shapes of animals, fruits, and vegetables. Not only is it great for her hand-eye coordination, we practice the names of each shape so she can learn some new words along the way.
3. Simple Modern Kids Water Bottle: This stainless steel water bottle has been a huge success in our home. Not only does she love the design (we picked the shark design), she drinks water way more now. Win-win!
4. Keiki Kaukau Toys (SB, WO): This Hawaiian brand makes colorful and beautiful toys that present island culture. Every time I see their toys, I want it myself. I’m especially a huge fan of their cultural food puzzles.
5. BrightLittleBrains Wooden Play Dough Tools (SB, WO): I make play dough at home and to make it more fun, we like use our wooden play dough tools to cut, stamp, make shapes, and more. This 10-piece set is perfect for small hands and will keep them occupied for a while!
6. Momo’s Book Club (SB, WO, BIPOCO): A children’s book subscription that focuses on books with equal representation! If you want to diversify your book collection to raise empathetic humans, I highly recommend this amazing subscription service.
7. WoodilyToys Wooden Name Puzzle (SB, WO): This is such a fun gift for babies and new or expecting moms! Make your kid’s name into a wooden puzzle for a cute nursery decor and a fun toy to build those fine motor skills.
8. Finn + Emma Knit Toys (SB, WO): It’s not easy to find stuffed plush toys that’s not treated with chemicals or made with harmful materials and dyes. Finn + Emma knit toys are adorable, 100% organic cotton (GOTS-certified), and use nontoxic eco-friendly dyes. They are so cuddly too!
9. Kids Concept Wooden Play Kitchen (WO): I love the design of this kitchen from the Swedish toy brand. Minimalist and neutral in tone, it’s pthalate-free and exceeds European safety standards. No flame retardants or other harmful chemicals!
10. Wooden Instruments Set: My toddler loves music, and she goes nuts over any toy instruments we buy for her. This wooden set contains a variety of instruments that are beautifully colored in lead-free paint. It’s everything you need to raise a musical genius!
11. Lily & River Little Surfer (SB): I put the Little Climber pikler triangle from Lily & River on last year’s gift guide, and we still really love it and it still gets a lot of use. Now that my kid is a little older, we got her this Little Surfer balance board and it’s her new favorite! Made with with natural premium birch hardwood, it’s safe, sturdy, and my little one has so much fun balancing and playing on it.
12. Kids Crocs: I told myself I would never buy Crocs because I personally hate the way they look, but it’s a completely different story when it comes to little humans. Only kids can make Crocs look cute, but not only that, they are so comfortable, easy to wear and take off, and cleaning it is a breeze as well! My kid wears hers all the time.

Gifts for Teens

1. Spring Meadow Board Game (SB): Not a game that many people know, but it’s probably my favorite that you can play from just 2 people or a group. It reminds me of Tetris in that you have to fill your board with shapes that connect with each other, and you compete to get the most boxes filled. It’s such a fun and addicting game to play with the whole family over the holidays!
2. Beautycounter Counter+ Charcoal Cleansing Bar (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. Who’s getting coal for Christmas? This charcoal based bar soap is wonderful for oily and acne-prone skin, but it’s gentle enough to not strip away the protective natural oils.. It’s a great daily cleanser for the face and body!
3. Casestasy Personalized Phone Case (SB, WO): These phone cases are stylish and minimal, and I love the personalized touch. The colors are beautiful, and I love the matte finish as well!
4. Flavor Purveyor Bubble Tea Kit (SB, WO): This kit allows you to make delicious bubble tea at home, complete with black tea, tapioca pearls, reusable stainless-steel straws, straw cleaner, and details instructions. It’s such a fun activity, and the reviews are amazing as well!
5. Beautycounter Ready, Set Makeup Trio (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. A set of 3 safe and effective makeup products. Complete with a bestselling safe mascara that gives ultra volume and length, Lip Jellies in caramel for a naturally tinted gloss, and a cream eyeshadow that gives a gorgeous glow, it’s everything you need for a simple, but pretty, fresh-faced look.
6. Cereal Killer Spoon (SB): Every teen I know LOVES cereal, and this is such a fun and cute present. It’s great for college students too! The message is hand stamped on a stainless steel spoon, and you can also personalize it as well.
7. Smile Instant Print Digital Camera: This instant print camera is so slim and stylish, it’s so easy to carry anywhere. It’s also rechargeable, and you can print your photos immediately on a sticky paper AND you have an option to save them digitally on a mini SD card!
8. Beautycounter Detox and Done Duo (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. Purify your pores with this detoxifying charcoal mask that comes with a 3-in-1 facial tool that helps your apply the mask, exfoliate it off, then massage a serum into your skin afterwards. Activated charcoal absorbs excess oil and drawing out impurities, while salicylic acid minimizes appearance of pores through gentle exfoliation.
9. 100 Movies Scratch Off Poster: Such a fun gift for movie lovers! This poster has 100 iconic films that you can scratch off once you watch it.
10. Phenomenal Apparel (WO, BIOPOC): For current and future social justice warriors, these shirts and sweatshirts bring awareness to culture, causes, and issues affecting underrepresented communities. I also love that they consistently hold various campaigns to raise awareness about social issues.
11. Beautycounter The Jellies Duos (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. I remember loving lip products as a teen, and these are a safer version of Lancome Juicy Tubes. Think of them as less pigmented gloss (sheer) that nourishes and hydrates with a “juicy” effect that helps lips appear fuller and fun! You can keep them on your key chain, or in your purse, gym bag, desk, night stand… seriously, I love them.

Stocking Stuffers

1. Puffin Beverage Jacket (SB): These are just the cutest drink koozies I’ve ever seen! Put a little puffy coat on your favorite can or bottle. They come in several different colors and designs, and they are just so much fun.
2. Pique Tea Packets (SB): Get 5% off your first order with code JEAN5. Many Pique Tea products come in individually portion tea crystal packets, making them the perfect stocking stuffer. If you are unfamiliar with the brand, they have some of the cleanest organic teas on the market that have been third party tested for toxins. Their matcha is my absolute favorite!
3. Meat Thermometer: I’ve tried A LOT of meat thermometers to use in cooking, and this one is my absolute favorite. It’s so simple, accurate, and instant, and I like that there’s a magnet it in the back so I can have it easily attach it to my grill or fridge.
4. OXO Silicone Jar Spatula: This is THE kitchen item that I use every single day and it’s the best spatula I’ve ever owned. It’s meant for a jar, but I use it for everything. Flexible and strong at the same time, it’s the perfect tool to scrape out the last bit of anything if you are all about zero food waste like me.
5. Equilibria Rapid Calming Melts (SB, WO): 15% off your first time order with code JEANCHOI. These RAPID-RELEASING Calming Melts are an essential part of my self care routine. I take one when I’m stressed or need to go back to sleep when I wake up in the middle of the night, and they work so effectively and quickly to calm my busy, anxious brain.
6. Beautycounter The Better Blender (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. The perfect small gift for a makeup lover. This beauty blender is made with soft and fluffy latex-free material and always gives my foundation and makeup a flawless finish.
7. GreenPan Mini Ceramic Pan: GreenPan makes one of safest non-stick ceramic cookware, and these mini fry pans are just the cutest. It’s a great gift for anyone who lives alone or college students. Just 5 inches wide, it’s a fun way to make single-serving eggs, pancakes, burgers, and more.
8. Tweexy Nail Polish Holder Ring: Fan of at-home manicures? This ring holds your nail polish bottle in place so you can paint your nails anywhere without spilling. It’s designed to fit any style and brand of nail polish bottles!
9. Tasty Yummies Chocolate Bars (SB, WO): These organic, minimal-ingredient chocolate bars are SO creamy and delicious. They are actually one of my favorite chocolate brands. The cacao is fair-trade and sourced directly from Peru, and they are made in a celiac-friendly facility.
10. Pela AirPods Case: I’m a HUGE fan of Pela cases. Not only are they a certified B Corporation, they make cases that are 100% compostable and are stylish as well. I always appreciate how the company strives to protect and better our planet.
11. Beautycounter The Clean Deo (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. A deodorant is something that everyone needs, and this one is made with safe ingredients and it’s very effective in neutralizing body odor and absorbing sweat. I also love that it comes in a sustainable refillable package, and the scents are wonderful as well.
12. Cord Holders: This is one of those things that I bought and thought, “Where have you been all my life?” They are so useful for organizing cords and keeping them in place, and I love the fun colors for these ones.
13. Five Two Reusable Silicone Straws (WO): These portable, bendable silicone straws are so cute, good for the environment, and extremely durable. You also get small carrying cases, as well as a squeegees for cleaning, and I love that these are BPA and BPS-free.
14. Lazy Readers Glasses: I always like to throw in something fun and humorous for stocking stuffers and these glasses fit the description. When you have them on, you can see downward 90 degree angle, without moving your head. It’s a good one for bookworms who like to read in bed!
15. Beautycounter Good Scents Hand Cream Trio (WO): 20% first time order with code CLEANFORALL20. This holiday set is the first to sell out every year. Lightweight and hydrating, without feeling greasy, it’s the perfect set to break up for stocking stuffers. I also like that the scents are light and toxin-free, and not overpowering.