When you shop for a living (like I do), you develop a keen sense of what products are worth buying in any given season. There are the usual suspects: new beauty product launches, viral TikTok products, and Amazon best-sellers. But every new season brings a new set of product inspiration. As Assistant Shopping Editor at PS, I’m uniquely blessed to get to know, test, and inevitably fall in love with the best in product–from hype-worthy essentials to hidden gems from the top. As the holidays approach, my list of bookmarked products is longer than ever; hey, a girl’s gotta go shopping!
I love the holiday shopping season because it gives me the opportunity to put all of my product knowledge to use—whether it’s a gift I’m giving to someone else and What do I buy to treat myself to. I love nothing more than gifts that are thoughtful, feature-rich, and designed to help me (or someone I love) ease into the upcoming new year.
I also like to take time to reflect and celebrate my personal wins from the past year – by giving myself a little gift (because, of course). They say the most important relationship is the one you have with yourself, which is why indulging in “treat yourself” shopping is so worth it, especially during the holidays when our busy schedules often don’t leave much time for self-care. Some of my favorite self-gift ideas include: a stylish yoga mat that embraces TikTok’s comfort aerobics trend, a travel watercolor set that inspires more creativity, a decadent fragrance with the scent of sandalwood, and a A soothing milk tea latte blend that’s sure to lift your mood.
Ahead, I’ve put together a complete guide to the best gifts to give yourself—because you deserve a little extra love this holiday season. Treat yourself to any of these products and you’ll be sure to end your year on a high note.
