It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are quickly approaching, which means playing in the snow, drinking hot chocolate, ice skating, and Christmas shopping. But it also means heightened emotions getting ready to host your family and friends. I know firsthand just how stressful that can feel. Luckily, there are a ton of things you can do to unwind and avoid becoming a crazy person as we make it to the parties and holiday events. And the first place to look for these things? Amazon, of course.
But rather than spend hours upon hours scrolling Amazon, I’m making your life easier by rounding up the Amazon products that I love that help me destress and unwind, even after the longest days. From coffee makers that’ll save you money to home goods that will make your home Christmas party-ready, these are my holiday Amazon must-haves when you’re feeling stressed!
This Body Pillow Will Help You Sleep Like A Baby
Growing up, I had a body pillow just like this one that I cuddled with every night. I would hug it to sleep, resting it between my arms and legs, and found that I slept so much better with it. In fact, now I’m in the habit of sleeping in that position thanks to it. If you want a sleeping buddy that makes bedtime even more comfortable, you’re going to want to try it out. Trust me.
This Root Tea Has A List Of Health Benefits
Made with organic dandelion root, hibiscus, Ceylon, and cinnamon, this tea offers a long list of health benefits, including improving your digestion, supporting a healthy immune system, and lowering your blood sugar.
Upgrade Your Hydration With This Water Bottle
The older I’ve gotten, the more I try to stay hydrated. That’s why I love fruit-infused water. It not only tastes yummy so I tend to drink more, but it’s also great for you. This water bottle makes it easier than ever. Just add fruit to the center and add water. Drink it throughout the day and take it with you whenever you run errands.
These Exercise Cards Help You Tailor Your Routine
One of the hardest parts of working out is figuring out what to do. There are so many different workouts, and if you don’t have the motivation or are just starting, it can be tricky to figure out where to start. These exercise cards make that decision-making so much easier. Create your circuits and routines and you’ll be a pro in no time
Get A Deep Exfoliation With This Body Scrub
I suffer from severely dry skin (especially in the winter), so I need a little extra exfoliation. So I decided to get this body scrub. The pure Himalayan salt, almond oil, and lychee berry oil combination polishes away dead skin, leaving you with silky smooth skin. Say goodbye to dead cells, acne, blackheads, cellulite, stretch marks, and scars.
Give Your Feet The TLC They Deserve With This Foot Mask
A foot mask is one of the easiest ways to get your feet moisturized. This foot mask, in particular, is made with all-natural ingredients and botanical extracts to remove dry, dead skin and give you soft-to-the-touch skin. Leave it in for 60-minutes and then watch as your dead skin begins to literally peel off a few days later.
Relieve Shoulder Pain With This Heating Pad
It’s pretty easy to slouch when you’re working from home or lounging on the couch binging your favorite Netflix show. Unfortunately not only is this bad for your posture, but it can lead to some serious neck pain. If you’re feeling tight or sore, use this heating pad to help alleviate the symptoms, so you can go about your day with 0 pain.
This Lavender Essential Oil Will Have You Feeling So Zen
I swear by lavender essential oil when I’m trying to unwind at night. I use a couple of drops in my shower when it’s nice and steamy so I can inhale it and relax almost instantly. It’s also great for diffusers and humidifiers.
Maintain Organized Holiday Chaos With This Gift Wrap Organizer
As someone who has a Christmas addiction, I have accumulated quite a collection of decor and wrapping paper over the years. To stay sane, I got this organizer bag, which helps me store all of my different papers in one, easy to access place. I keep it under my bed all year and even have 1-2 birthday wrapping papers in it too.
Get Strong Nails For Your Holiday Manis With This Nail Gel
Use this nail gel as both a bottom and top coat to give your mani a glossy and strong finish. It helps protect your nails and cuticles while restoring weak nails and making your mani look like you got it done at a high-end salon.
Massage Out Your Stress Knots With This Massage Roller
I consider myself to be fairly active. I love cycling and long walks. And although it may not be heavy weightlifting, I do find myself pretty sore from time to time. This muscle roller is an affordable way to increase blood circulation, increase mobility, and reduce stiffness after even the hardest workouts.
Make Your Own Calming Candles With This DIY Candle Making Kit
I’m a pretty big candle addict. Every time I’m at Target or Home Goods, I find myself picking up a new candle for the house. There’s just something about them that makes your space feel extra cozy. With this candle-making kit, you can surprise the candle lover in your life this holiday season. The fresh fragrances are ones that everyone will love, and the unique molds make them look extra cute.
Detoxify Your Pores With This Dead Sea Mask
This dead sea mask sounds so exotic, right? This mask provides detoxing and soothing relief while absorbing dirt and build-up and removing toxins. It not only makes your skin incredibly soft, but it also helps revitalize your skin, giving you a healthy glow.
Break Free From A Sedentary Life With The DeskCycle
Always sitting at a desk and feeling restless? I get it because that’s me. The DeskCycle is the perfect way to beat that restlessness and give you some movement without having to leave your chair. It helps you burn calories, stay focused, and improve your productivity–all of which I call a win, win.
This Massage Gun Is Great For When You Need Something Deeper
If you need something a little more heavy-duty than the roller that I mentioned earlier, you may way to try this massage gun. Although I don’t get too sore too often, it helps deeply knead out any knots that may have built up. I’ve become addicted to mine, so warning you now.
Stay On Your Feet Longer With This Anti-Fatigue Mat
The holidays mean spending a lot of time on your feet, preparing holiday meals in the kitchen, and getting your house ready for guests. That’s why I highly recommend this anti-fatigue mat. The soft foam core helps reduce stress on your knees, muscles, and joints, so you can stand for long periods of time without the pain.
Make The Perfect Cup Of Tea With This Electric Kettle
I try to make myself tea before bed every night as a way to unwind, so I needed a good kettle. I was tired of microwaving my water all the time. So I decided to buy this kettle a few months ago and I absolutely love it. I don’t know how I lived without it.
Bring This Wine Chiller To All Your Winter Festivities
This wine chiller set is an absolute holiday must-have. The bottle holds a full bottle of wine, plus it comes with two glasses so you can share with your special someone. Not to mention the stainless steel insulation keeps everything nice and chilled. Bring it to all your holiday parties and you will have a jolly ‘ol time.
Complete Your Barware Collection With This Decanter Set
If wine isn’t your thing, maybe this decanter set is more your speed. The holidays mean delicious cocktails with friends and family, so why not serve your adult beverages from this beautiful set?
Say Goodbye To Puffy Eyes With These Eye Masks
Dark circles will be the bane of my existence. No matter how much sleep I get, I wake up looking like a zombie I’ve tried my fair share of under-eye patches, but these are the best. With castor oil, tea tree oil, glycerin, collagen, 24k gold, and hyaluronic acid, you’ll notice you look more awake after just one use.
Stay Cozy All Winter With These Ear Muffs
There’s nothing worse than cold ears when it’s chilly out. It can even be painful. Prevent the pain with these ear muffs. They provide full coverage and cozy protection against frigid winter temps. Plus they’re cute.
Speed Up Your Tea Making Process With This Mug
This mug is perfect for the days when you only need to brew one single cup of tea. It comes with a stainless steel strainer with ultra-fine holes, so your tea leaves stay out of your tea. And the thermal double-walled design keeps it nice and toasty for hours.
(Mentally) Take A Trip To Italy With These Wine Glasses
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your wine glasses or finally buy yourself your first nice collection, these are a great choice. For under $20, you get a set of four glasses dishwasher safe and shatter-resistant.
This Light Therapy Lamp Is Small But Mighty
This light therapy lamp is so dang handy. It imitates natural light, so you can get the sunshine you need without leaving the house. Some of the benefits of using it include regulating sleep, increase in focus, improved mood, and a boost in energy. What more could you want?
This Hair Mask Makes Your Hair Silky Soft
Made with pure avocado oil, coconut oil, shea butter, and biotin, this hair mask promotes thicker, shinier hair. It’s ideal for damaged, brittle, color-treated hair, although anyone can benefit from its hydration.
Release Endorphins With This Pilates Ball
Humans need to take breaks and get active. And although I prefer to take a walk outside, sometimes I’m looking for something a little more challenging. That’s when I use this pilates ball. It can be used in a wide variety of exercises and it also doubles as lower back and lumbar support.
This Cutting Board Will Keep Your Kitchen Clean
Since there’s a good chance that you’re going to be hosting this holiday season, you may want to get this cutting board. It has raised ridges in the center so your meat stays in place and it has deep grooves that will catch all the liquid, so you don’t have to make a mess of your countertop.
Feel Secure With This Weighted Blanket
If you start to find yourself struggling with anxiety or stress, stop what you’re doing immediately and wrap yourself in this weighted blanket. It helps promote relaxation, keeps you nice and cozy, and feels like you’re getting a hug from your loved ones.
Jot Down All Your Thoughts In These Journals
Journaling is one of the easiest ways to release stress and anxiety. I try to write in mine every single day, although I am human and miss it occasionally. But even when I don’t think I have anything to write, when I sit down, I find something to talk about. Get started with these journals and watch how it transforms your life–even if it just starts with writing what you’re thankful for.
Make Meal Planning Easy With This Planner
Meal planning is one of the easiest ways to maintain a healthy diet. Stay on track with your food goals with this meal planner. It lets you set diet goals, create a meal plan, track your habits, and compile grocery lists.
Stay Healthy With This Elderberry Syrup
Cold and flu season is upon us and we don’t have time to be getting sick. I swear by this elderberry syrup to boost my immune system and keep me healthy during the winter. As someone who hates medicine, this is a heaven send–especially because it actually tastes good.
It’s Impossible To Be Sad When Wearing These Fuzzy Socks
Cold weather = fuzzy socks. I don’t make the rules. Warm your toes up with these socks, complete with a cozy fleece lining and silicone non-slip grip. You’re never going to want to take them off.
Set The Mood With These Candles
Set these candles on your dining table on a couple of candle holders along with a table cloth and prepare to be amazed at how adult you feel. All of your friends and family will compliment how prepared to host you seem with these bad boys.
Sit Back And Relax With This Hand Massager
If you struggle with wrist pain, arthritis, or carpal tunnel, you need this hand massager. It helps eliminate finger numbness, joint soreness, and any discomfort you may be experiencing.
One Amazon user reviewed it saying, “I’ve owned at least 30 different massage tools over the years. I currently have several massage guns, foot massagers, eye massagers, neck massagers, leg massagers, and full-length massage chair cushions. They all have their time and place, but THIS is the massager that I have used at least once every single day for the last month, without exception.”
You’re Going To Need A Lighter For Those Candles I Mentioned
I have to have a candle burning at all times. I know it sounds crazy, but there’s something about it that helps me feel at ease and ready to take on the day. Instead of using the lighters that you get at the grocery store that you have to toss after a few uses, opt for this USB lighter instead. It lets you charge it whenever it dies, so you can use it for years–no need to throw it away.
Get A Brain Boost With This MCT Oil Powder
MCT oil is one of the best things you can take for mental clarity and performance. This MCT oil powder is perfect to add to your coffee, smoothies, or protein shakes when you want a brain boost. And the best part? You won’t get the jitters or experience a hard crash as it leaves your system. It also tastes delicious.
Stay Awake With This Coffee Press
If you don’t have an espresso machine or coffee maker, what are you doing?! Just kidding, I won’t judge (too hard). But if you want to start making your own cup of joe, start with this coffee press. The pour-over style will have you feeling like a pro. Not to mention you have a delicious cup within a matter of minutes