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10 Amazing Aromatherapy Gifts For The Friend Who Needs To Relax

We will NOT be stressed this holiday season! …

To say 2020 has been stressful is the understatement of the year, so as you’re holiday shopping for the stressed-AF people in your life, attempt to to alleviate their worries with the help of these aromatherapy gifts. I mean, do I know anyone who isn’t anxious these days? I don’t think so, so you best believe I’ll be buying all the picks below.

Let’s get this straight: These gifts won’t fix everything or make your worries magically disappear, but they will create a relaxing moment in your giftee’s day. It’s all about creating pockets of bliss amidst the chaos! Aromatherapy uses your sense of smell to calm your mind and body, so these gifts are top-notch picks for anyone that’s overworked or overwhelmed.

Think about what happens when you light a candle—you just feel a little more, well, at-peace. These aromatherapy gifts take that idea a step further by incorporating specific relaxing scents, like lavender and eucalyptus, to guarantee you can unwind and take a deep breath.

When I think of aromatherapy, the essential oil diffuser immediately comes to mind, but aromatherapy gifts go beyond these (although they also make great gifts!) and include pillow sprays, scented bracelets and even the OG classic reed diffuser. Not everything has to be high-tech, people!

I included some out-of-the-box ideas, like shower steamers, which will take your friends’ #showerthoughts to a whole new level, and an aromatherapy eye pillow, which feels like an at-home face massage. Read on for the whole list, and while you’re at, you might want to pick up a few things for yourself.

It’s going to be a long winter, and we all need some extra self-care equipment on-hand. Treat yourself!

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Luxury Essential Oil Diffuser

If your friend is really into essential oils, get them a top-notch diffuser to display in their space. This one by Vitruvi is made out of porcelain and has a seven-hour runtime. Plus, it just looks super chic.

VITRUVI Porcelain Essential Oil Diffuser $119

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Calming Essential Oil

Whether your friend has a $15 diffuser or $150 diffuser, this oil from Virtruvi will give them an ah-mazing aromatic experience. This French lavender hails from the high Alpine Hills, and it’s non-toxic and vegan.

Buy: Vitruvi Organic French Lavender $16.42

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Spa-Like Shower Steamers

Whenever your friend showers with one of these shower steamers on the shelf, they’ll be automatically transported to a relaxing, luxury spa. Within the set of five steamers, you’ll get two lavender, one eucalyptus, one mint and one lemongrass. They look good enough to eat—but please, don’t try it.

Calming Shower Steamers Gift Set $25

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Essential Oils Starter Set

If you’re gifting someone with essential oils for the first time, this is a great introduction gift set. It comes with six 10 mL bottles, with scents like lemongrass, peppermint, orange, lavender, eucalyptus and tea tree. They can try them all and find their fave.

Buy: Lagunamoon Essential Oils $9.99

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Therapeutic Eye Pillow

Friendly reminder to unclench your jaw and rest your eyes! Bodha’s Aromatherapy Eye Pillow engages pressure points, like acupuncture does, to relieve tension from your face. It also smells like lavender and chamomile flowers. This the perfect present for any stressed out friend (or, you know, for yourself).

Bodha Aromatherapy Eye Pillow $38

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Scented Charm Bracelet

Now you can bring Diptyque with you wherever you go! This perfumed bracelet includes three of their Enchanted Animal charms, which come together to create a complex scent. It’s about to be your new fave accessory.

Diptyque Do Son Perfumed Bracelet $95

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Aromatic Bath Bombs

Bath time is always #selfcare paradise, and these bath bombs take tub bliss it to a whole new level. Each one in this set has a uniquely calming scent, ranging from Lavender Twist to Boho Bliss.

LauraBotanicals Aromatherapy Spa Bath… $21

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Dreamy Sleep Spray

Does your friend have trouble winding down at night? This water-based lavender and vanilla spray will help send them to dreamland. Plus, it’ll look so cute on their bedside table!

Pacifica Lavender Moon Body & Pillow… $10

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Affordable Essential Oil Diffuser

Holiday shop without breaking the bank with this beautiful diffuser by Anjou that you can score for just under $40. It can run for 12 to 15 hours and shuts down automatically when its tank runs dry.

Buy: Anjou Essential Oil Diffuser $35.99

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Classic Reed Fragrance

The reed diffuser is always overlooked, as some think it isn’t quite as sexy as a candle. Personally, I disagree! I’d say this luxurious NEST Diffuser is a timeless classic, and the Birchwood Pine scent is my personal favorite. If your stressed-out friend doesn’t want a smell that’s too overpowering (AKA headache-inducing!), a reed diffuser will give off just the right amount of relaxing scent.

Buy: NEST Reed Diffuser in Birchwood Pine $47.80

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Artist Spotlight

Shawn Mendes Gets Real About Mental Health in Eye Opening New Documentary

Shawn Mendes opens up about his mental health in his recent documentary, he takes that honesty to a whole new level. From the time he was a teenager becoming famous, to dealing with the huge pressures of being a global star, Mendes has talked openly about how it affects his mental well-being. Through his personal stories, fans get an even closer look at his journey, which is filled with ups and downs as he searches for genuine happiness. In his 2020 Netflix documentary, *Shawn Mendes: In Wonder*, the singer of hits like “Stitches” shares a touching portrait of his life at the height of his career.

Despite all his success, he expresses a desire for simpler times. “I’m so grateful. I love these performances and I’ve never had more fun,” he shares. “But at the same time, I just want to spend time with my parents, watch movies, drive around, lie on a soccer field, and hang out with my friends. I miss that right now. It’s pretty intense.” Even when he was at the top, Mendes craved the little joys that many people take for granted. The pressure to keep performing, creating, and looking perfect weighed on him, and he continued to discuss this in the years following the documentary.

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Flash forward to 2022, Mendes opened up again in a heartfelt social media post. At just 23 years old, with millions of fans and chart-topping songs, he shared that he was still battling feelings of self-doubt and anxiety. “Right now, I feel like a 23-year-old who’s either soaring high or sinking low,” he wrote. “Maybe that’s just what it’s like to be in your 20s, or maybe that’s just me.” His honesty struck a chord with fans who saw him as highly successful. Mendes admitted that despite his accomplishments, he often felt like he wasn’t doing enough. “The truth is, even with so much success, I still feel like I’m failing. I focus too much on what I don’t have and forget to appreciate what I do. I feel overwhelmed.”

Mendes’ willingness to talk about his mental health emphasizes that being famous doesn’t protect anyone from the stress of both personal and public expectations. His experience is not only a reflection of his own struggles but also offers hope to many fans who might feel the same way. In an industry that often emphasizes perfection, Mendes is changing the conversation by embracing being real and true to himself. What makes his story so inspiring is that it’s not just about his challenges but also his growth. Mendes is learning to handle his feelings, stay true to who he is, and understand that success doesn’t always lead to happiness.

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His readiness to share his story, no matter how complicated it may be, makes him relatable to his supporters. Through his documentary and candidness, Mendes encourages an important discussion about mental health in music. He’s showing that being vulnerable isn’t a weakness but a strength, a message that will likely inspire many others to be kinder to themselves. Though Shawn Mendes is a global superstar, at the end of the day, he’s just a young man trying to figure things out, just like everyone else. In his honesty, he’s discovered a connection with people.

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Lifestyle

Bobbi Althoff Claps Back, Shuts Down Rumors of Sleeping with Interview Guests

Bobbi Althoff is currently one of the biggest names in the podcast and media space. Her rapid rise to fame has been a bit polarizing, with some people not appreciating how quickly she has ascended the ranks. Despite this, Althoff remains a heavily discussed figure on social media, especially for her interviews with rappers. However, her success has unfortunately come with a wave of misogynistic accusations.

A common criticism Althoff faces is the baseless claim that she “slept her way to the top,” particularly after her interview with Drake. Even Ryan Garcia perpetuated this erroneous rumor. Previously, Althoff had not addressed these trolls, but on Wednesday, she decided to put a hater in their place. According to TMZ, Althoff took to her Instagram to call out the false accusations.

In her Instagram story, Althoff made it clear that she does not sleep around and has never slept with any of her interview guests. She expressed frustration over the constant accusations whenever she posts about interviewing a man. Additionally, she addressed rumors about her personal life, stating that social media only shows what she allows it to. With this, Althoff aimed to silence the rumors once and for all.

What do you think of Bobbi Althoff’s response? Do you believe this will put an end to such comments, or will the ignorance persist? Share your thoughts in the comments below. For more updates on your favorite artists and their upcoming projects, stay tuned to Honk Magazine.