There are many health risks associated with stress. Protect the ones you love this Holiday season with some of these greatly relaxing gifts.
1. Kikkerland Solar Powered Rainbow Maker – This is a rather unique item for the stressed-out on your Holiday shopping list. It fills any room with rainbows by just sticking the solar powered Rainbow Maker to any window that receives direct sunlight. Then, its genuine Swarovski crystal rotates and creates beautiful, relaxing rainbows that swirl around the room. This is a great gift for children’s rooms, too for $21.89 at Unwind.com
2. Hot or Cold Gel Pack Eye Mask – Stress and lack of sleep always show around the eyes. Do not let the ones you love walk around looking weary. This Holiday season get them a Chenille Eye Mask filled with temperature retaining rice and buckwheat to gently massage acupressure points around the eyes and face. It is easy to use. They just chill it in the refrigerator or freezer up to an hour before use. The eye mask also features a removable lavender, clove and chamomile scent-pack to deepen relaxation with the added benefits of aromatherapy. Its gel pack insert can be heated or chilled to provide a complete at-home spa experience. This will make a great gift for more than one person on your list at only $8.69 from Unwind.com.
3. Relaxing CD – Serenity When it’s Time for Letting Go – One of the easiest and deepest ways to relax is through music. So, give the stressed you love a gift that will last for many years to come. This CD is a mix for peace of mind including music by Rob Whitesides-Woo, Max Highstein, Shardad, Scott Fitzgerald, and Pat Clemence. – $12.49
4. Spa Getaway Basket – We have all heard about the benefits of green tea. Stress cannot compete with the soothing properties of this green tea spa collection basket. It includes a shower body sponge, Green Tea scented shower gel, bath salts, bubble bath, and pillar candle. Also, your loved one can relax with a nice hot cup of tea as the Spa Getaway Basket includes 2 ceramic coffee mugs and Tazo Tea collections. It is a beautiful gift at $54.99 from Cherry Moon Farms.
5. Introspective Zen Garden – Zen Gardens are well known for their relaxing properties. Your stressed-out loved one can enjoy quiet moments raking gentle patterns in this Introspective Zen Garden. It is believed to foster a new sense of clarity, relaxation and good health. This Zen Garden comes with everything your loved one will need to participate in the art of Zen Gardening and Meditation including a booklet of Meditations at $15.95 from Relaxetc.com.
6. Cooldana Bandana – Yes, it is just what it sounds like a “cool” bandana. It is filled with tiny acrylic pellets developed by N.A.S.A. When immersed in water for 10 minutes, the pellets expand to fill the bandana with a gel-like substance that is cool and will cool. The Cooldana is the only cooling bandanna made without exposed seams so it won’t unravel. Though this is a great relaxation item, it may also be used during jogging, exercise or anytime someone wants to feel cool and refreshed. The Cooldana is non-toxic and safe for everyone, so it is a great gift to keep in mind for children and pets as well. $12.95 or 2 for $20.00 from Relaxetc.com
7. Hot Cuddle Cat – What can I say? This hot cuddle cat is not only adorable it is microwavable and will soothe aches and pains. Your gift recipient just warms it up in the microwave and wraps it around shoulders or wherever his or her heart desires. It is a cozy, comfy, little stress reliever at $24.95 from Ventana-catalog.com.
8. Ultimate Diffuser – One drawback to diffusers is staying power. Your stressed-out loved ones will love this electrical diffuser because they will be able to enjoy their favorite scents for as long as they like. It is the most powerful tool for environmental fragrancing consisting of an air pump and a nebulizer. It is specially designed for optimum diffusion and minimal noise level. The nebulizer disperses a very fine mist of micro-particles of pure essential oils that remain suspended in the air, purifying, refreshing, and revitalizing the surrounding atmosphere. The diffuser comes in 3 sizes for room, home or office ranging from $59.00 – $139.00
9. Secret Gardens Unscented Massage Oil – There is nothing like a good massage to ease away tension and a good massage begins with good massage oil. This oil is better than good. It is one of the best blends I have seen consisting of apricot, sunflower, almond, grapeseed and jojoba oils with Vitamin E. A key feature of this oil is that it is unscented. It can be mixed with scented oils for a world of endless aromatic and sensuous possibilities. 8.3 oz. for $8.95
10. The Oculas – What is an Oculas? It is a private relaxation theater designed by renowned British designer Lee McCormack, the McLaren Formula One racing team, computer interface designers, and yacht builders. Your loved one can safely and serenely shut out the world with the perfect levels of lighting, sound, seating, and privacy in this personalized lounging oasis. Seated in a comfortable leather massage chair, he or she can read, watch videos, relax, or sleep. An integral surround-sound system provides clear audio and the flat-panel video screen allows for DVD watching. The screen will also connect to a video game console or the Internet for music and video downloading. Your loved one can control all of the amazing functions by an interactive touch screen. Though the Oculas plugs into an AC outlet for free, it costs $45,000.00 from Hammacher Schlemmer.
Happy Holidays!
