24 Valentine’s Day Gifts That Are All About Self Care

No matter what you’re celebrating — Valentine’s Day with a significant other, Galentine’s Day with your best friends, or just an excuse to treat yourself — ‘tis the season for giving and receiving the gift of self care.

Looking for an updated take on the holiday’s beloved rose? May we suggest a swampy (yes, you read that correctly) scented candle. How about something for your bestie who has a standing appointment with her aesthetician? Potent skincare is sure to satisfy. And what about an innovative idea for your tech-obsessed S.O.? We found an at-home infrared sauna blanket that you can both enjoy.

From tried-and-true wellness boosters (think: rosewater, Ayurvedic perfume oils, and herbal baths) to multitasking lip care, keep scrolling for the ultimate guide to Valentine’s Day gifting.

Saint Jane Beauty Little Luxuries

This adorable kit of pint-sized products is perfect for the skincare obsessed and/or someone who has travel plans this spring. Featuring the vitamin C-infused C-Drops, ultra-nourishing Hydrating Petal Cream, nutrient-rich Luxury Beauty Serum, and awakening Bright Repair Eye Cream, it's packed with quite literally everything you need to keep your complexion healthy and happy. $58, saintjanebeauty.com

Kahina Giving Beauty Moroccan Rosewater

We love a rosewater mist all year long, but it seems particularly romantic this time of year. This multitasking elixir can be used as an antibacterial cleansing agent, pH balancer, acne- and sunburn-soother, or even mood booster. Featuring 100 percent pure steam distilled Rosa Damascena from Morocco’s Valley of Roses and no added water, alcohol, fragrance, or preservatives, this is the ultimate mind-body pick-me-up. $40, kahina-givingbeauty.com

HeatHealer Infrared Sauna Blanket

Want the benefits of an infrared sauna without going to the sauna? Simply lie down in the sleeping bag-like accoutrement to relieve aches and pains, calm your mind, sweat, and maybe even burn a few calories – all from the comfort of your own home or wherever you choose to take it (it comes with a carrying case for simpler storage and transport). $568, heathealer.com

Makeup by Mario MoistureGlow Plumping Lip Serum in Plum Glow

Lip color meets lip care with this glossy balm from celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic’s cult-favorite line. A vegan blend of conditioning oils (think: shea butter, avocado, kiwi, argan) plump, nourish, and hydrate the pout, while the neutral, your-lips-but-better shades – we’re partial to this purple hue – impart a subtle tint that’s perfect for puckering up this Valentine’s Day. $22, sephora.com

Emilie Heathe Nail Artist Polish in Champagne Toast

While your V-Day nail look will be lovely with any color polish, there’s just something about a perfect pink to match the holiday. In addition to the beautiful hue, these polishes contain ingredients like bamboo extract, rice bran oil, and sea buckthorn oil to nourish your nails from root to tip. Additionally, the eco-friendly bottles are made of up of 50% post-consumer recycled glass. $28, emilieheathe.com

FORVR Mood Pillowtalk Duo Candles Set

Set the mood with this sensual set. The names alone are enough to make us click ‘add to cart,’ but these 100 percent natural coconut soy wax candles are more than a cute face. Sweet Spot is a sexy blend of orange, chocolate, jasmine, and musk, while Phero-moans is a flirty pairing of pink champagne, citrus, strawberry, apple, and plum – and you can count on both to envelope the room with an intoxicating aroma. $72, forvrmood.com

Smile Makers The Romantic

Designed specifically for vulva owners, the sexual wellness brand has updated one of its bestselling vibrators to include five stonger-yet-smoother speeds, four new pulsation modes, a narrower head, and a rechargeable battery. The phthalate-free, waterproof device is made with body-safe silicone approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). $89, smilemakercollection.com

Peter Thomas Roth Even Smoother Glycolic Retinol Resurfacing Peel Pads

Perfect for prepping for a night out, these potent peel pads pack a seriously smoothing punch sans irritation. A 20 percent glycolic acid complex and 1.5 percent time-released microencapsulated retinol join forces with soothing allantoin and adenosine and hydrating hyaluronic acid to visibly help improve skin texture, clarity, and tone immediately and over time. $52 for 60 pads, sephora.com

Undefined Glow Bar Trio

A fresh take on a holiday classic, these vegan bars pair antioxidant-rich high cacao with adaptogens and full spectrum CBD. The lavender-infused Uninterrupted [Sleep] prepares your body for restful slumber; Uncanny [Creativity] is an anti-procrastination tool that tastes of blood orange, almond, and sea salt; and the hazelnut Uninhibited [Pleasure] is designed to unlock nature’s aphrodisiacs. $48 for 3 bars, undefinedco.com

Faceé Ice Globe

Ice globes are Instagram and TikTok’s favorite skincare tool, and, while some social media-famous products can be total gimmicks, the cool spheres are actually useful in real life. The globes will definitely show some love to your skin by imparting a tightening effect, reducing pore size and puffiness, and stimulating blood flow. $64.99, myfacee.com

UMA Pure Love Perfume Oil

A true marriage of form and function, this Ayurvedic-inspired fragrance oil has been perfected over centuries. Sensual jasmine is grounded by earthen sandalwood for a subtle yet seductive scent that evolves with the wearer. The alcohol-free formula can be dabbed (not rubbed!) on pulse points of the skin or combed through the hair for a lasting aromatic and mood boost. $125, umaoils.com

Deck of Scarlet x James Goldcrown Threeway Solid Lip Oil

What do you get when you combine mirror-like pearl pigments with a nourishing oil blend (watermelon, cucumber seed, and carrot seed, to be exact)? A universally flattering, glass-inspired lippie that also treats chapped lips and diminishes signs of aging. This limited-edition version is all dressed up in seasonally appropriate heart-adorned packaging by artist James Goldcrown. Wear it alone or over your favorite lipstick for a high-shine finish and treatment in one. $25, deckofscarlet.com

Tammy Fender Herbal Clarity Bath Milk

We’re all about the ritual of bath time, and this milk from celebrity aesthetician Tammy Fender’s line makes it all the more sumptuous. Formulated with hemp oil to soothe and birch bark and thyme to detoxify, you’ll emerge from your soak with smoother and more supple skin. The invigorating aroma, meanwhile, ensures you’re revitalized from head to toe. $65, follain.com

You Go Natural Imagination Sleep Silk Set

Wherever you end up on the night of the 14th, be sure to do it in style with this 100 percent mulberry silk sleeping set. The pillowcase, eye mask, and set of three hair scrunchies will protect your hair, skin, and eyes as you rest and prepare for another year of love and sweetness. $75, yougonatural.com

D.S. & DURGA Salt Marsh Rose Candle

You can always count on D.S. & Durga for an imaginative scent, and this unique take on the holiday’s typical rose is no exception. Inspired by founder David Moltz's New England roots, the candle has notes of sea lettuce, swamp rose, and lichen moss that call to mind the swampy summer flowers found in marshland. $65, dsanddurga.com

TooD bioglitter in Jasper

A grownup take on glitter, this innovative formula is made from plastic-free plant cellulose, meaning it is biodegradable in as little as 28 days in natural environments. One swipe on your skin or hair is all you need to enjoy multidimensional sparkle without the fallout. From emerald to gold, you can't go wrong with any of the jewel-tone shades, but we're partial to this rose-tinged metallic. $26, toodbeauty.com

Tracie Martyn Enzyme Exfoliant

If you can’t make it in for a pre-Valentine’s Day session with the celebrity aesthetician, this at-home treatment is the next best thing. The exfoliating mask features a blend of alpha and beta hydroxy acids, pineapple enzymes, and volcanic minerals to gently resurface the skin – reviving dullness, drawing out impurities, and minimizing pores. Billed as a facial-in-a-jar, 15 minutes is all you need for brighter and softer skin. $98, traciemartyn.com

Goodhabit Butter Together Nourishing Treatment Balm

This nourishing lip treatment is packed with – count ‘em – 16 plant-based oils and butters, including mowrah, kokum, murumuru, shea, mango, hemp seed, and more, to repair chapped lips, restore lipid levels, and promote long-term moisture and softness. Leave it on overnight to wake up to a smoother, pumper pout. $16, goodhabitskin.com

Patchology Serve Chilled Rosé Eye Gels

Whether you’re enjoying a relaxing night in or getting ready to hit the town, these festive under-eye masks will pep up your peepers in 10 minutes or less. Hyaluronic acid drenches the delicate area with an immediate dose of plumping moisture, while antioxidant-rich resveratrol and strawberry extract protect the skin from the environmental aggressors that lead to early signs of aging. Pro tip: Store them in the fridge for an even more indulgent experience. $35 for 15 pairs, patchology.com

Clean Rebellion Soap Gift Set

Clean Rebellion’s castile soaps can be used as a body wash, face cleanser, hand soap, or even shampoo, and this gift set includes three different selections – an unscented option, a lemongrass pick, and a grapefruit version – to ensure there is one for every mood. Gift as a trio or spread the love by giving each individually. $70, cleanrebellion.com

Shhhowercap The Baldwin

The ultimate addition to your self-care routine, this chic cap allows you to soak or shower without compromising your strands. Made from a waterproof nano-tech fabric, the breathable design repels water, so it lets tress-destressing moisture out without allowing any in. The result? Your hair retains volume and stays frizz-free. $43, shhhowercap.com

Le Mini Macaron Le Maxi Deluxe Gel Manicure Set

Doing your nails is a form of self-love, and you can extend the love to your bestie or partner by making it a joint effort. This manicure set includes everything you need for a long-lasting gel manicure, including a LED lamp — in the shape of a cute macaron — two mini gel polishes that don’t require the use of a top coat, a nail file, and a cuticle stick. $60, leminimacaron.com

Soft Services Smoothing Set

Enjoy smooth skin on Valentine's Day and beyond with this kit. Start in the shower with the brand's Buffing Bar on parts of your body you wish to exfoliate. Once you're dry, apply a thin layer of the Smoothing Solution on areas that are experiencing uneven tone or texture. Lastly, lather up with the soothing Carea Cream for luminous limbs. $102, softservices.co

Tower 28 Beauty ShineOn Lip Jelly

It can be tricky to find a lip gloss that will give you maximum shine without stickiness, but Tower 28 Beauty has mastered the formula. Its jellies are shiny yet comfortable, so you won’t have to sacrifice any hydration or nourishment. The gloss comes in 10 shades (from clear to red) and a few different coverages, including sheer, shimmer, and milky. $15, towerbeauty28.com

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