Tis the season to start gifting, and of course sending out your own wishlist.
Though this may be the merriest time of year, the most stressful part can often be hunting for gifts for our loved ones. We’ve made it simpler for you this year by breaking down our wishlist into categories that fit some personalities
FESTIVE FITSPO:
This is the friend you’ll always find at the gym. Whether they’re signing up for the 6AM class, or going for an evening jog, they have a passion for all things athletic. Some great gifts and goodies we’ve found for this fitty are listed below:
Muscle Mary Blender & Protein Powder
Yes, we could just throw our protein powder into a protein shaker… but what fun is that when you could have a mini portable blender that fits right into your gym bag! This adorable little blender is not only convenient, but is also made of BPA-free non toxic materials and is eco-friendly.
£32
And what better way to use your new mini blender than trying it out with protein from Muscle Mary or KIN.
Muscle Mary’s protein powders are available in various flavours; Vanilla Dream, Plain Jane, Caramel Kiss, Chocolate Crush, and Berry Haze. The protein is made with premium pea and hemp ingredients along with organic flavours that are suitable for those on low GI, paleo and keto diets.
KIN is another great protein brand. Spending 15 years in the fitness industry, the creator develop the formula to not only build muscle mass, but also to combat protein bloat and assist with digestion. This vegan protein blend is made with 6 natural ingredients and available in Whey or No Whey Options and has a long list of flavours to choose from. There will be no issue trying to find the best option for your picky friends or family!
£24.99
Ski glam
Not all of us go to the gym to get in our fitness. Some of us hit the slopes!
To those fashion-forward winter sports enthusiasts, we introduce the glamorous brand, Cordova.
For those looking to slash out a little cash on high-end skiwear, look no further. Cordova has everything from base layers, accessories, jackets, ski suits and more.
Products starting at $150
Dance-wear
Bloch is a great brand to check out for all those aspiring or experienced dancers you have to shop for this year.
Bloch provides an exceptional range of dance-wear, accessories, stunning pointe shoes and so on for both male and female dancers.
Whether you’ve been training for years, or new to the world of dance, Bloch will be sure to have you covered with your dance-wear needs and looking fashionable while doing so!
Wireless Earbuds
House of Marley Rebel True Wireless Earbuds are another great option for your festive fitspo. What makes these earbuds so special? They were actually designed as a special collaboration by Bob Marley’s grandson, Skip Marley. They are made using sustainable bamboo and have up to eight hours of battery life. They can also be easily charged in their USB-C Charging case, making this the perfect gift for in (and out) of the gym.
£59.99
BEAUTY & SKIN CARE LOVER
This is the person we all know that spends more time on their skin and hair care routines than anything else. Though, we have to admit… they look flawless with their routine.
Blow Dry Brush
Progloss Deepform Straight & Style Blow Dry Brush makes styling your hair easy. This handy gadget combines drying, brushing and styling hair in one easy-to-use tool. Not only does this brush style your hair, but it also contains progloss infusion and oils, which provides shine and life to your locks, making styling easy and creating less-damage to your hair.
£99.99
Dry Shampoo
We would all like our routines to be made as simple as possible. With Tabitha James Kraan Hair Organics, keeping our hair looking fresh is made easy. This brand is bringing dry shampoo to the next level. Tabitha James Kraan dry shampoo is specifically designed for dark hair, providing a fresh scented product that keeps your hair voluminous and refreshed in between washes. It’s the perfect gift for our busy beauty care lovers.
£59
Skin Cream
For the skin care enthusiasts, and anyone else that wants to maintain gorgeous skin, Tolpa Black From Nature is the perfect skin cream to add to your shopping list. This dermo-cosmetic product took the UK by storm earlier in the year, when the nature-inspired formula sold out within six weeks! This unique cream is based on plant stem cell technology and designed to address and reduce acne, rosacea, and balance-out oily and dry skin. Check out their affordable, luxury range at John Bell & Croyden.
EXPLORER ON THE GO
This list is designed for those on the go and the travelers alike.
Gift Experiences
Buyagift has your gifting range covered with their Red Letter Days Merry Christmas Box. The box contains the option to choose from a range of experiences suitable for any age and a variety of interests. Not only will you be spreading cheer to the luck person receiving this gift, but it will also be benefiting under-privileged children through the Child Poverty Action Group from the 15th November – 25th December 2021.
You can get this wonderful gift box, along with browse some other exciting vouchers from:
£49.99
Care Set
HAAN’s gorgeous Care Sets are the perfect gift for those on the go. You can get the full set that comes in 2 different styles and is filled with different scents and flavours. Each set comes prepped with a handy travel sanitizer and refill pack, as well as a lanyard for easy carrying! The pack also contains a perfectly sizes toothpaste and hand cream as well. Not only are these products fabulously designed to cart around in your bags, but they are made to smell and taste just as fabulous. I got to try out the Great Aquamarine Care Set which contained Fig Fizz Hand Cream, Morning Glory Mint Sanitizer and refill, and a eucalyptus and mint mineralized toothpaste. This kit will keep you feeling refreshed and ready to go anytime of day!
£33
Tile Tracker
We’ve all been guilty of misplacing our keys or wallet at some point, especially when on the go! Tile Limited Edition Bluetooth Tracker saves us the hassle of the hunt. These thin squares from Tile can be placed on your keys, in your wallet, or attached to any other necessities that we often lose track of. With a range of colors and patterns available, you’ll be sure you find the perfect one for your friend or family member to set under the tree this year!
£32.99
STOCKING STUFFERS
Last but not least, we have prepared a list of fabulous goodies to fill your stockings to the brim!
These essential goodies will make be suitable for all your friends and family, regardless of interests.
Post-holiday Pick Me Up
Bounce Back is a necessity for recovering from all the joyful holiday fun! This beverage was created by two biochemists, replenishing your body with all the necessary nutrients after the festive season. It’s only 40 calories and filled with loads of vitamins and minerals, allowing you to have a fresh start in the morning!
Vitamins
Vitamins (especially these days) are an absolutely must! FourFive Nutrition has designed supplements delivering maximum absorption and only high quality ingredients. They have a wide range of supplements that cater to individual needs.
Christmas wellness bundle
ERBOLOGY is offering a range of wonderful Christmas bundles this year. The range targets specific areas of health such as skin health, immune boosters, gut health and so on! I tried out the Ayurvedic Adaptogens Gift Set which contains three organic powders (Turmeric, Amla Fruit and Ashwagandha Root)
These sets make a great gift for those looking to reset or continue their health care routine into the new year.
£21.99
Skin-care Gift Set
NIVEA is making gift-giving easy with their selection of skin-care gift sets. My personal favourite is the natural set, with product incased in an adorable nature-inspired print bag. It contains six skin-lush NIVEA products such as moisture cream, sanitizer, Aloe Vera face wash & sheet mask, as well as a honeysuckle shower gel and bamboo face cloth.
Lip Love
Following with another great brand from the creators of NIVEA, the skincare company everyone knows and loves, we have FLORENA Fermented Skincare. This company has come out with a new Natural Lip Oil and Intense Hydration Lip Butter that will be sure to keep your lips hydrated and smooth throughout the coldest months of the year, with their 100% natural ingredients.
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