Holiday Gift Guide: Women’s Edition

One of my favorite products this year is from R. Riveter. Military spouses provide strength to servicemembers, yet their sacrifices often come with an economic and emotional price tag unknown to many. If Bradley and Cruse experienced these struggles, what could be said about the employment landscape for other spouses?

Plenty of military spouses want to work, but obtaining employment is especially tough. Military families move on average, every 2.9 years - and oftentimes, they relocate to remote military bases where there are fewer professional opportunities for spouses. In duty locations next to smaller cities, it's oftentimes difficult to create a professional network, interview, search and obtain jobs - all while supporting your service member and helping your family adjust to the new location. This is an aspect of being a military spouse that is not widely discussed, yet is a major struggle for most families.

This bag is the perfect way to help military spouses! The Whittle is inspired by Mrs. Reba Whittle, a strong, compassionate, and courageous woman who was an Americna military female prisoner of war during WWII.

Every woman loves a beautiful throw blanket and the Big Hug is perfect! Their patented knit lap blanket is a luxurious grey knit with glittering metallic thread to wrap the ones you care for in love. There are 31 knit holes for you to attach personal messages. use the 6 starter tags that are provided, and you can buy more if needed. it is the perfect size to fold up and fit in a purse, bag, or to carry on a long, hard journey. bring the BIG HUG everywhere!

Madison and White, had me when I first put their pillowcases on my bed. These have to be the best pillowcases for women I have ever seen. Some pillowcases damage your best assets with dehydration and friction. To battle the damage, we designed a technical fabric called Madix that allows hair and skin to retain naturally occurring levels of moisture, which helps reduce friction to allow hair and skin to glide smoothly across the pillowcase. What I love about these is that actually help retain moisture and save your beautiful blowout!

Everyone loves glitter and the peeps over at Sunshine Glitter have it going on! One of my favorite products when it comes to body gel is their holiday slay. The scent is out of this world amazing and comes in such cute packaging. Infused with antioxidants and essential nutrients, this magical lotion will leave your skin feeling radiant. PABA & paraben-free. Shake well, apply liberally onto skin & glitter on! For external use only. Moisturizing potion with gold glitter. Made with love in the USA.

Daysy is the FDA-compliant, scientifically-backed tracking tool that gives you a better understanding of your menstrual cycle and powerful knowledge about your body using a method that’s natural and reliable. This novel tool keeps you up-to-date on your body’s cycle. Feel empowered to take your health into your own hands. With the Bluetooth-enabled smart technology of Daysy, there’s no need for calendar question marks to determine your time of the month.

I am super impressed with the Yoga Club Subscription box. Everyone loves to get gifts throughout the year and this box is perfect.

What sets YogaClub apart from other athleisure services:
3 curated pieces for under $60: monthly or bi-monthly boxes 50% off and beloved brands such as Beyond Yoga, Manduka, Niyama Sol, Onzie, Vie Active, Teeki, Free People, and more. Each box contains on average $160 retail value.
Inclusive Sizes: from XS - 3X, each box is designed for every body, working on every type of fitness journey. And with easy exchanges + the ability to cancel anytime, you can keep things flexible!

found active offers mindful beauty for an active life. From makeup that stays put through workouts to post-gym skincare products, found active is the new best friend for the fitness-minded and natural beauty junkies alike.. Best of all, found is made with natural ingredients and has a strict not found® list.

The Refreshing Face & Body Spray is a multitasking spray that instantly cools, refreshes and hydrates while providing skin with vital nutrients. Formulated with Rose and Green Tea, this refreshing mist helps soothe, calm and provide antioxidant benefits. Use to set makeup or mist throughout the day for an instant pick me up. Perfect for stockings!

I am always looking for the perfect wipes and I must say that I do love the ACTIVE CHARCOAL & ARNICA CLEANSING WIPES. Charcoal and Arnica Cleansing Wipes are 98% natural, portable and easy to use. These cleansing wipes remove makeup, dirt, oil and other impurities from the face and body. Formulated with Charcoal and Arnica Extract. $12 for 20 wipes.

Hanhoo's Watermelon Illuminator Duo is a luxury for less beauty gift that will keep her skin glowing, hydrated and smelling great day and night.

Watermelon Illuminator Daytime Facial Oil provides all-day hydration for a bright, glowing complexion. Made with nourishing fruit extracts like watermelon and grapefruit and without parabens or sulfates, this facial oil leaves skin moisturized, soft, and glowing.

Watermelon Illuminator Overnight Serum provides a deeply hydrating formula for a moisturized, luminous complexion. With the power of super fruit ingredients like watermelon and apple extract combined with high quality sodium hyaluronate and niacinamide, the serum goes to work overnight to deeply nourish skin for a bright, dewy complexion.

Nothing says "Merry Christmas and I love you" like a multivitamin. These are perfect stocking stuffers that keep giving throughout the year. Make sure you’re giving them all the nutrients they need to do their superwoman super- business the best they can. Take on the challenges of the day (and get ready for tomorrow’s!) with a nutritious, delicious gummy.* Make it a daily, mini ‘me-moment.’ Breathe, eat, repeat.

Contains 12 essential vitamins and minerals including:

Vitamin B6 for immunity*
Vitamin D for bones*
Vitamin E for antioxidant power*

No matter how old you are the Caboodles brand is something iconic and fun! If you have not seen their new Barbie line it is a must! I have always loved Caboodles no matter how old I get and they are perfect for a mother and daughter gift.

We have all had it happen! Our necklace breaks and we need to fix it. This 30 piece set contains 28 gold tone and silver-tone jewelry findings stored in a lined jewelry case (perfect for work travel), and a pair of pink pliers. Everything is packed inside a chic clutch small enough for your mom's purse for when she’s on the go!

There is no denying ladies love a bit of bubbly and they also love our top-selling Bling Brush! For a limited time only, we are serving up our Bling Brush in a fun, on-trend, pink prosecco bottle just in time for the holiday season.

Nothing makes this gift holiday specific so it’s perfect for any celebratory moment. Bubbly is synonymous with celebration & happiness: the start of something new, a toast to a job well done, or just because it’s Monday!

The Bling Brush is a portable jewelry cleaner you can use on both fine gemstones and fashion jewelry. No stone is too small to shine, but lotion, hairspray and makeup dull jewelry over time. The gentle brush is soft like petals and gets grime out from behind tiny crevices. Simply twist, clean, polish, SPARKLE!

Finishing Touch Flawless Contour Micro Vibrating Facial Roller and Massager – made with real, natural Rose Quartz, the interchangeable rolling and eye press heads promote collagen production, stimulate circulation and reduce the appearance of fine lines. This gem of a tool is a steal and available almost anywhere for $19.99. Treat your skin to this luxurious facial roller from Finishing Touch.

Send this boozy brunch in a box for guaranteed smiles. Greetabl has the perfect candle for your gift guide: Bottomless Mimosa. It smells like good vibes and fresh gossip (JK - it smells like citrus and bergamot), and it ships in one of Greetabl's perfectly personalized gift boxes.

How it works: In a few clicks, you can turn their photos into a greeting card that doubles as a gift box. Then, select from gift cards, chocolates, (or the bottomless mimosa candle!), and more to complete the perfect gift (starting at $20).

Why Greetabl: We especially click with 18-40-year-old women who really care about their relationships.

I must say that the Bella Spirit is totally out of this world amazing. It gives me the perfect hydration to my skin and hair which is awesome! Bella Spirit® Replenishing Treatment Mist provides instant hydration and rejuvenation for hair and skin. This formula contains beneficial levels of Sodium Hyaluronate, Vitamin K and Arnica along with exclusive Herbal Botanical waters, Amino Acids, Peptides, and antioxidant-rich Four Tea Complex.

If you know me at all I adore beautiful perfume and the wen Light is perfect! Clean and fresh, with an air of indulgence and invitation. Chaz's signature fragrance that he has mixed by hand for years is now available as an Eau de Parfum from WEN®. This has to be one of the cleanest fragrances I have smelled in some time.

I love to layer necklaces but I never seem to be able to get it right! With Necklet layering clasp it does all the work for you and works perfectly. Necklet allows you to layer up to three necklaces at once with the ability to keep them from tangling when you're wearing them as well as the ease of putting them on and taking them off all in one shot! This ingenious jewelry accessory keeps three necklaces secured to one magnetic clasp so you don’t have the hassle of tangle some chains.

Pressa is the perfect bottle for those that love to create their own beverages. Pressa Bottle has a unique juice press inside it that allows the user to flavor any beverage naturally (sparkling water, sangria, cocktails). Make sure you look for my posting on social media soon because this product is a MUST this holiday.

If you are looking for the perfect organizer when it comes to your beauty product this is it! Featuring 16 separate compartments, this beauty organizer can hold 80+ products, keeping your beauty products safe, secure and organized. It couldn't be easier. It’s the only beauty organizer of its kind, made in Australia exclusively by Cherry Blooms Founder Jellaine Dee.

Set the ready-to-use insert on your makeup dresser for easy access. When on the move, simply place it back into the handy carry toiletry bag and lay it flat in your suitcase.

BRUUSH really caught my eye this holiday season because of their amazing design and the fact that they not only offer a state of the art toothbrush but you also can subscribe and they will send you new brush heads! Their 4-week rechargeable battery won’t leave you hanging while you're traveling. Make sure that you look back later this week for a featured posting. This is a must see.

With Gold Mountain Beauty’s elixir, you can hydrate your hair and moisturize your skin at the same time. This incredible formula is infused with ultra-hydrating ingredients that will replenish your skin and rejuvenate your hair. This elixir is made with rosehip oil and gold dust. Rosehip oil is renowned for its ability to reduce fine lines and wrinkles by delivering essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants to the skin. It also works to even your skin tone, eliminating dullness and brightening your skin. Many people also use rosehip oil to firm their skin because the nutrient-rich oil is known to increase elasticity, which will tighten and lift your skin. Additionally, rosehip oil is great for your hair. It is known to repair split ends and damaged hair, so you can have long, beautiful locks. This serum contains gold dust, which can reduce the dullness and irregularity of your skin. It has been shown that gold can brighten and lighten your complexion, giving you a healthy glow. Because the gold is crushed into fine powder, it can also act as an exfoliator, clearing your skin of dirt and impurities. In no time, you can have smooth, clear skin when you use our amazing elixir. It is very simple to use. For your face, just apply 3 to 4 drops to your skin. Make sure your skin is freshly cleaned and also not too dry. You can apply it morning and night. For your hair, we recommend using it right after you get out of the shower. Apply a few drops of the serum to the ends and middle of your hair. You can evenly distribute it by using a brush or comb. It’s that easy! This elixir comes in a 1 oz bottle with a convenient dropper to help you apply your serum. Add this elixir to your skin care routine today!

Looking for the perfect travel companion? Check out Spa to go that is TSA approved. Daily Concepts Spa To Go is a Superfood Skin treatment integrated system designed to harness the ancient power of Superfoods and designed with the concept that clean and pure beauty products are not just a good choice but our necessary for the health and well being of the skin.

Set includes:
Cleansing Wash
Hydrating Lotion
Exfoliating Scrub
Purging Mask
Renewal oil.

I am just in love with Mantra Medallions! If you ever just need a little reminder or pick me up they are there. Their "I Am Love" Mantra Medallion is the reminder you need that you are worthy and that pure love is your true fundamental nature. The imagery on the medallion offers a visual representation of love, tranquility, and harmony with the self, and with nature. A heart is placed right in the center, symbolizing the innate love present at the core of each one of us. The mindfulness symbol surrounding the figure is a sign to return to the present moment, to let go of any suffering from the past, and avoid worrying about the future. The tree of life weaves its way around the edges, signifying life, growth, strength and abundance.

If you have ever struggled to stay grounded in the present moment, the Be Here Now Mantra Medallion is the perfect reminder for you! So often, we get stuck in memories of the past, or worries about the future. Learning to come back as often as you can to the present, and refocusing your attention to the abundance that is available to you, is one of the most important skills you can learn and can be beneficial at any time in your life, no matter where you are in your journey.

One can never have enough polish and the Californa Collection from G Polish is totally beautiful! Their colors are so vibrant and perfect! G This Polish is 100% non-toxic, 10-free, vegan and cruelty-free. Each shade is made in Los Angeles, CA by actress and entrepreneur Genevieve Hannelius.

Speaking of nails have you heard of Tweexy? These little must-haves are so functional and perfect for doing your nails. Tweexy wearable nail polish bottle holders called Sparkles (they're glitter-filled) which makes them that much more beautiful to use and look at. Tweexy is a very affordable and fun gift for girls, teens and adult women.

The holiday would not perfect without the perfect chocolates and Hilliard's knows their chocolate. Limited edition holiday bark made with Hilliards signature dark chocolate layered with smooth white chocolate flavored with just the right amount of natural oil of peppermint – topped with crushed bits of Hilliards red, green and white peppermint candy. Hilliards Peppermint bark is like none you have ever tasted. It's colorful to look at but better to devour!

This has to be the best item for your hair. The new Revair is perfect for everyone and I will be doing a featured posting this week about this but had to get this out to you now. It does take a bit longer for me to do my hair because it is so thick but the results are flawless.

TENSION (REVERSE-AIR SPEED)
This is the dial on the Base Unit. Tension replaces the need for a brush or hot flat irons. START AT SETTING 2-3. Once you see what your individual hair can tolerate, you can GO UP ONE LEVEL AT A TIME. IF YOU HAVE ANY TANGLES, GO DOWN A LEVEL. DO NOT TURN IT IMMEDIATELY TO LEVEL 7 as it may not give you the best result - in fact, it can be the opposite. Coily, Type 4 hair usually works best around Level 5-7.
HEAT
This is located on the Wand. The Temperature Settings are No, Low and High Heat. Even the hottest heat of the Wand is LESS than the lowest heat on most Flat Irons.
NO PUMPING
THERE IS NO NEED TO PUMP OR BOUNCE THE WAND. In fact, when you do that, you are not allowing the roots to get dry. The reverse-air moves constantly and consistently down the entire length of your hair, drying from root to end at once. BOUNCING THE WAND MAY DISRUPT AIR FLOW AND THAT CAN CAUSE TANGLES.
TIME TO DRY
Each section will dry in 30-90 SECONDS, so long as Wand is kept to scalp. Thickness, texture and section size mean your time may vary. Experiment to find your ideal time. Test by pulling Wand a few inches away from scalp and touching roots. If they are dry, it is likely you are done.
WAIST LENGTH HAIR is much less dense at the ends, watch your tension setting and perhaps use a detangler on the ends. You may need to use a bit bigger section if tangles occur at low tension settings (1 or 2). Some may have to dry in 2 phases – Dry the roots first, then move about half way down on a lower setting to be sure each section of hair gets dry time in the wand chamber.
WANT IT STRAIGHTER?
For those with Type 4 hair, you may find you want to finish your look with flat ironing. Remember, getting hair to this point has just happened IN LESS TIME WITH LESS HEAT, MEANING LESS DAMAGE.

If you are looking for the most comfortable kicks I would highly suggest checking out SUAVS. There shoes are so comfortable and light. They are designed to be worn with or without socks and made with flexible materials for the ultimate comfort. They can be packed flat or rolled up and are perfect for when you're out on a travel adventure.

Everyone loves coffee and some of us women literally run on coffee, like myself. Dragonfly coffee Roasters is simply perfect. Dragonfly Coffee Roasters is an award-winning specialty coffee company based out of Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2011 by CEO Tamas Christman, a Chemical Engineer and Licensed Q Arabica Grader. The brand is focused on education, sustainability and creating exceptional coffee experiences through a variety of mediums and platforms. Dragonfly’s vision is full circle ‘from seed.. to cup..to customer.’ Dragonfly specializes in sourcing, roasting and educating consumers.

Their Espresso Crema Dolce whole bean medium Italian roast, 2019 Roast Magazine Micro-Roaster of the year, features a sweet aroma with a touch of cinnamon, caramel, and roasted nut. The flavor consists of milk chocolate tones with hints of caramel and spice, perfect for the holiday season. Their signature medium roast espresso blend, this traditional North Italian style espresso is inspired by the roots of espresso. Starting with a sweet crema and superb body which is almost velvet-like followed with a soft caramel-like finish. Perfect as a single shot enjoyed with a twist of lemon or as a cubano