The ultimate under $40 gift guide for women
You know when you’re in a cycle of buying the same thing each year for the special gal in your life? Aunts, sisters, and friends have received the same candle-scarf-coffee mug combo for way too long. This year, let’s change it up a bit. Here are my top 10 items to buy this holiday season!
10. Candle: Hear me out. This candle is still okay to buy. This wide-fluted speckled ceramic salt jar candle is from the Hearth & Hand with Magnolia line at Target. If you can’t road trip to the silos, this is the next best thing.
9. Throw: Another Hearth & Hand item: This cream throw is soft, luxurious, and gorgeous. It’s also not too heavy and is perfect to snuggle in by the fire with a good book.
8. Socks: I know this sounds like an eyeroll gift, but these socks are different. Fireside socks are thick and cozy and are meant to be worn around the house. Smartwool socks are lighter-weight, but they will keep your feet warm when you're out and about on winter days. Both items can be found at Scheels.
7. Lip Balm: Burt’s Bees Lip Balm is wonderful. It has 100% natural ingredients and it's extremely moisturizing. This product is perfect for the dry winter months, and gift sets can be found at Target, Wal-Mart, and Walgreens.
6. Fragrance Set: The Philosophy Holiday Amazing Grace Gift Set is a no-fail choice. The set includes shower gel, body lotion, and perfume. It’s classy, chic, and smells magnificent. It also comes in a heather gray cosmetic bag, and can be found at both Target and Ulta.
5. Starbucks Gift Card: Need I say more?
4. Mask: Did you know masks are not just for your face anymore? Foot masks are a thing now. The Que Bella Intensive Foot Sock Mask is at Target. It’s enriched with apple extract, peppermint oil, and shea butter. After giving your feet this luxurious treatment, put on your favorite cozy socks. You’re welcome.
3. Tea: In today’s world, everyone needs a little stress relief and help to wind down in the evening. Bedtime Tea by Yogi includes Passionflower, Chamomile Flower, Licorice, Cardamom, and Cinnamon. This blend is so calming and delicious that even my kids enjoy it at bedtime! It can be purchased at Target or Whole Foods.
2. Chocolate: Ferrero Rocher is a popular chocolate that is delicious and decadent. These chocolates have the perfect crunch and flavor, and the fact that they’re packaged in a gold Christmas tree is just irresistible. They have a hazelnut middle surrounded by a chocolate cream and hazelnut coating. This treat can be found at Target.
1. Hair Product: I saved this for last because well…it’s my favorite! You know how your hair gets super dry and frizzy in the dry winter air? Not anymore! It’s a Ten Miracle Leave-In Product is the perfect serum to eliminate those annoying fly-aways. It leaves your hair silky smooth without feeling greasy. Even though it can be pricey, there is a travel size that is more reasonable. This product can be found at Target or Ulta. Get one for yourself while you’re at it…you can thank me later!
Feel free to purchase one, a few, or all of these items for the ladies on your gift list. By the way, I am not a sponsor for any of these products. I just love them with all my heart and soul. Happy shopping!
