Hello, my name is Mindy and I am a product junkie. This is not me being dramatic, it is simply the truth. Brands send me products to sample all the time. All get tried, many get used once, some I give to friends, very few end up here as recommendations. It’s been a long time since I’ve come across products that really rock my socks. In the past couple of weeks, I found quite a few that are worthy of the Finding Silver Linings stamp of approval. In fact a couple items are on my all time list. Chances are, if you’re reading this, you know someone that is a beauty & wellness junkie like myself. These types have a stupid amount of products making it tough to figure out what they’d want and actually use. I’ve done the homework for you. Here are my 2018 best beauty & wellness gift ideas for the product junkies who have everything…
The Candle Hoarder
I feel like we all know a candle hoarder. My own mother is one. She can not get enough. There’s something calming and romantic about having a candle burning. The good ones give off a scent to further enhance the ambiance of a room. I stumbled upon super luxe fragrance that I am infatuated with. If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve seen my love story about this candle. Eau d’Italie scented candle is not only beautiful to look at (oh hi adorable mermaid babes), but the fragrance is described as:
- A light sea breeze and cool citrus groves on the cliffs of Positano.
- Terracotta tiles warmed by the summer sun.
- Bergamot, blackcurrant buds and yellow sweet clover.
- A hint of musk, a touch of incense.
- A sparkling and seamlessly blended scent.
I burn it when i need some extra self-care (think bubble bath, facemask, and a cold glass of Savignon Blanc). Your candle lover needs this. Get it here.
The Natural Skincare Lover
This person reads labels, is health conscious and product savvy. The fact that Alpyn Beauty has made the cut to be sold on the infamous clean beauty site GOOP is reason enough to purchase. I have normal to combination skin and love the Plantgenius Melt Moisturizer, yet someone with dry skin will love it as well. Here’s how it’s described on GOOP:
Wild-crafted with high-altitude plants, this supermoisturizer is rich enough to treat the very driest skin, yet it’s whipped, so it sinks in instantly and feels absolutely incredible. Seven powerful hydrators—hyaluronic acid, ceramides, olive fruit oil, linoleic acid, coconut, apricot kernel oil, and squalene—brilliantly combine with antioxidants and aloe vera to support skin’s moisture barrier and help neutralize against free radicals. Bakuchiol, a nonirritating form of bioavailable retinol, and tripeptide-29 smooth, plump, and revive the appearance of skin over time.
Plus, it looks gorgeous in my bathroom vanity. It’s only sixty bucks which is amazing for an all natural moisturizer that actually works, plus you get a pretty big tub of it. The texture is almost like a gel, except it’s not see through and sinks right into your skin. It gives the slightest tingle right after I apply it -which I love. Get it here.
The Person That Is Always Frazzled
Unfortunately a few people come to mind when I hear the word stressed. I too carry stress throughout the day. I first heard about Super You on the well respected beauty & wellness podcast Fat Mascara (highly recommend BTW). The brand Moon Juice has a devout cult following for their wellness supplements. At the time I heard about this product, the company just launched a new product (which since has been selling out like crazy) called Super You. Here’s an excerpt from the website:
DAILY STRESS MANAGEMENT
SuperYou™ is a clinical strength blend of four potent adaptogenic herbs that work together to address the effects of stress on the mind and body. By helping to normalize cortisol levels, SuperYou™ helps reduce stress, while enhancing energy, mood, focus & beauty.*
BENEFITS
SuperYou™ is plant-sourced stress relief with ingredients clinically shown to help:
- the body cope with stress*
- reduce physical, mental, and emotional fatigue*
- boost energy and mood*
- preserve collagen*
- control stress-related weight gain*
I was a total skeptic but have been curious about trying adaptogens (everyone is talking about the health benefits -google it) and decided to give it a try. After one day I noticed a gentle shift in the way I was absorbing stress. Complications of daily life don’t change obviously, but the way I was handling the anxiety did change. I was not feeling the physical effects of stress and situations that would normally put me on a path to having a “rough day” were rolling off my back. I also was feeling more motivated and focused at work and at home. I can not recommend this product enough. I’m actually writing up a 30-day review that will be posted in a few weeks. Get it here.
The Fountain Of Youth Chaser
I have tried an embarrassing amount of anti-aging serums. This one is a bit of a splurge ($175) but I feel like a great gift is a splurge item the recipient wouldn’t normally spend on themselves. The entire 37 actives is a supercharged, organic, plant based toxin-free line. All ingredients are USA derived which I love.
I’ve been using this for about two weeks and I see a huge difference in the smoothness of my skin. It has been featured in Forbes, Vogue, O Magazine and so many other huge publications. Bye bye aging skin! Get it here.
The Coffee Drinker or Red Wine Drinker
What’s better than a giant cup of coffee? Two. Unfortunately, a byproduct of drinking a ton of lattes or red wine is stained teeth. Last year I fell in love with an over the counter whitening toothpaste (read about it here). Well the same company came out with something new. It’s a 2 for 1 type of thing which I love. You get an AM and a PM tube of toothpaste. There is zero sensitivity and this stuff is strong. It even strengthens enamel. Here’s what the brand has to share:
Luster AM/PM is intended for daily use and designed around morning and nighttime dental hygiene needs. The system includes two toothpastes. Use Luster AM in the morning for fresher breath and visibly whiter teeth after just one brushing. At night use Luster PM to put stubborn teeth stains to bed with 2X more whitening power to safely remove stains. Of course, the formulas also contain fluoride to fight cavities. They toothpastes are sulfate-free as well! All in all, you get professional grade peroxide-based whitening, clean teeth, fresh breath, cavity protection and stronger enamel, all with this kit!
I don’t know anyone that doesn’t want whiter teeth. This is under $15 and makes a fantastic stocking stuffer. I’ve been using it for about two weeks and I see results. Get it here.
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