"What do women want?", Sigmund Freud supposedly lamented.
When it comes to gifts, a pretty good starting point is that anything beautiful, useful or pleasant will generally be well received. All of the options below hit at least one of those notes.
Being a parent doesn’t have to mean staying cooped up at home. With this mobile changing station, you’ll no longer have to hunt around for a clean-looking bathroom every time something starts to smell funny.
One of life’s most petty frustrations has to be looking for your phone or TV remote after you’ve carelessly thrown a sweater over it. Even the most scatterbrained and messy person can now easily locate their stuff.
Toner is meant to deep-clean your skin, but cheap products often end up doing more harm than good. Thayers, by contrast, uses primarily natural ingredients, doesn’t cause dryness and leaves no unwanted sheen or smell behind.
Practically speaking, it’s impossible to avoid all potentially harmful chemicals, but many people are now choosing to limit their exposure. As far as underarm deodorants go, this may even be the more effective and economical option.
Winterwear doesn’t always mix well with certain hairstyles. Don’t hang up your ice skates just yet, though: this beanie keeps your ears from freezing while still allowing you to wear your hair up.
There’s no place like home, but sometimes, there’s no way to get home. Should a distant friend be having a bad day, they will really appreciate being able to conjure up memories of their birthplace just by lighting a candle that smells like their home state.
If you know someone with arthritis, carpal tunnel or any kind of chronic hand pain, this really is the gift that will keep on giving. Comfortable enough to wear all day, they work by improving blood circulation.
Chronic stress doesn’t just lead to painful muscular tension, it can be downright lethal if left unchecked. Luckily, there are a couple of things you can do to improve such a situation, whether in your own life or by giving this stylish yet effective massager as a gift.
No one wants to think about getting into an accident, but if you’re ever trapped in a car you’ll be glad you had the foresight to buy one of these. The IPOW window hammer and seatbelt cutter costs just a few bucks, but it could save your life and that of your family.
Fitness trackers are helping people all over the world stay fit and healthy. This budget choice from Letscom is a stylish way for anyone to keep track of their exercise progress, ensuring you’re getting the workout you need.
If you’re going to buy just one bag for all your athletic needs, this 45L duffel from Canway is a fantastic deal. Lots of pockets, understated looks and very nice price. What’s not to like?
Whether thinking about workout supplements or liquid meals for when you’re on the go, you don’t need to settle for lumpy results. Shaking on its own, as you probably know, doesn’t really work with a full bottle, but this one-of-a-kind system mixes like a champ.
If you know somebody who is about to go on a trip to somewhere hot and humid, likes their sports or are fond of the outdoors, you can’t go far wrong presenting them with one of these water-powered cooling scarves.
If you don’t think of skipping rope as a serious exercise, you probably just haven’t tried it with a speed rope yet. Ergonomic handles and a weighted cord make it possible to go much faster, burning an impressive number of calories in the process.
This battery powered, stylish milk frother will give your next hot drink that premium, airy lather without the need to buy restaurant prices for a decent drink.
Applying makeup can be difficult if you can’t see your face from all the angles or there is not enough light in the room, but this mirror can be a real game changer.
Music teachers are often flooded with gifts from their students around the end of the year or term. These little note cards give you the option of showing your appreciation with something special rather than an impractical, characterless gift.
Getting the most out of your afternoon coffee break is often all about the little things. Assuming that you like to take your caffeine cold sometimes, you’re sure to appreciate these bean-shaped pieces of frozen coffee that can make your drink look twice as stylish.
It’s always nice to have an umbrella on hand when it starts pouring, and it sucks when you discover that yours doesn’t work. This one won’t break or jam the struts while you’re opening or closing them, and a gust of wind won’t pop them inside-out.
These soap bars are just the right size for a gift, while the color alone makes it worth giving. The scent is complex yet clear, strong but not overpowering, and certainly natural and inviting.
While most bath salts are formulated mainly to smell nice, Minera focuses on providing a mineral-rich bathing experience. Taken from the Dead Sea, it’s subject to only a minimum of processing.
Whether you just need to see the keyboard in dim conditions or don’t want to disturb your wive while watching television, this little gadget can be a life saver in many situations.
International flights will probably never be all that comfortable, but this pillow has at least made sleeping a whole lot easier. Economy class travelers will appreciate the way it supports their head.
Brewing coffee is all about extracting the flavorful compounds while retaining more or less of the bitter or acidic components. This coffee maker is pretty good at that.
There are various types of implements to make your own noodles, but we like this one because it makes it easy to produce uniform spaetzle every time. A great gift for serious chefs.
Some women use this brow kit every day. With or without the stencils, the brow powder and wax are of very high quality and won’t come off at the slightest provocation.
This is for people with posture difficulties. It’s kind of like a bra for your shoulders – when your posture isn’t optimal, it places pressure on your back or chest, reminding you to straighten up.
At bedtime, this night mask shows a gradually dimming sunset. The light not only soothes you to dreamland, it also gently wakes you up in the morning. For someone with difficulty sleeping, this might turn out to be a lifesaver.
A super romantic gift. With synced friendship lamps, when you touch your lamp, the corresponding one in your loved one’s room lights up in sync, giving you a small shared experience.
Although you should never promise the moon to a woman, you can give her a reasonable facsimile. This 3D moon lamp can be the romantic gizmo you’re looking for, but it’s also a cool celestial artifact for a kids room.
When it comes to decorations that are in any way kitschy, we are usually not a fan. However, this wind spinner is something handmade, creative, and innovative. It’s really worth a second look.
Being able to film your own videos is useful in a whole bunch of contexts, and with this camera stabilizer it’s now easier than ever. This is definitely a great buy for someone into filming.
There are various techniques to deal with stress, but what if you don’t even know where to start? That’s where this stress management tracker comes in. The perfect gift for workaholics who tend to forget about their health.
Want to transmit your interest in meditation to someone? With Muse 2, even those who are simply not good at meditation the first, third or thirtieth time, will be convinced. The device will remind them to relax when they’re veering off course.
Don’t be put off by the dark color of this soap. It does the work of half a dozen branded beauty products, contains nothing that will harm you, and works really well on all types of skin.