Your 2020 integrative healthcare holiday gift guide

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By Katherine Shagoury

It’s that time of year again. The time for celebration, good tidings, and lights all aglow. And, of course, Integrative Practitioner’s annual holiday gift guide.

We get it—this year has been rough for the healthcare community, so why take away from the much-needed joy and togetherness this special season should bring with the stress and worry of gift giving? That’s why we’ve combed through the catalogs for you and hand-selected our favorite goodies and gadgets (from smaller business when possible!) to help you choose the perfect present for all the integrative practitioners and wellness gurus in your life.

From stressbusters to self-care, items for the patient practice to fun and unique finds to kick off those New Year’s resolutions, we’ve got something for everyone on your list—you may even want to snag one or two treats for yourself.

Wishing you a healthy and happy holiday season and wonderful New Year, from all of us at Integrative Practitioner.

Note, this article is not sponsored, and we do not receive compensation of any kind from the companies we include. Photos are courtesy images.

The Art of Being

Mindfulness journal meets tarot reading, The Art of Being illustrated 52-card card deck features cute and fun reminders for daily self-care and appreciation. From hosting a solo dance party to making sure you’re staying hydrated, the cards, designed by stationary brand Under the Sunlight, are full of simple cues to take a second out of your day for the sake of your wellbeing.

“I decided to start using The Art of Being and the worry jar was the first card I selected,” said customer Marrion J. “Reporting back that releasing my worries has already improved the quality of my day.”

Available Products

• The Art of Being

Acupressure Mat

Say goodbye to aches, pains, stress, and tension, with a gift that is sure to keep on giving. Using the acupressure mat and pillow provides the healing effects of acupressure with the convenience of total-body wellness at home or on-the-go.

“Addicted,” said customer Sherry D. “Love getting on the mat in the living room for movie night and healing with my family.”

“This mat has become my best friend,” said Julia C, another customer. “Seriously, it comes with me everywhere—from my desk, to my bed, to my car. I am discovering new ways to use it everyday. Yesterday, I stood on it while chopping vegetables.”

Available Products

• Acupuncture Mat Set

Satin Pillowcase and Eye Mask

A vegan alternative to silk, satin charmeuse brings a luxe touch to bedtime as it protects skin and hair from scratches, creases, and tugs caused by standard cotton. Featuring a matching pillowcase, eye mask, and scrunchie, this perfectly giftable set ensures restorative sleep—it will be hard to resist buying one for yourself, too.

Available Products

• KITSCH Satin Beauty Sleep Set

Anatomical Poster Set

Jazz up any office space or treatment room with a set of laminated muscular and skeletal system posters. These frame-worthy and tear-resistant 18×27 double-sided prints feature an easy-to-read font that is ideal for quick reference or patient education. The posters are finely detailed and accurate with hand-drawn illustrations by highly trained medical illustrators, and content is reviewed by an expert team of doctors for accuracy.

“Ideal for clinical rooms,” said customer Jax D.

“This poster set was exactly what I needed for my office,” said customer Whitnee B. “My patients now have an excellent reference for their appointments.”

Available Products

• Palace Learning Muscular & Skeletal System Anatomical Poster Set

White Noise Sound Machine

Turn any room into an oasis with a portable white noise machine. Featuring six soothing sleep sounds, opt to relax to the soft sounds of nature with gentle rainfall, ocean waves, or a babbling brook. Fall asleep faster and wake up feeling refreshed. The machine masks outside noise for improved sleep, concentration, and comfort, allowing the user to experience serenity in every situation.

The sound speaker features an optional auto-off timer and is plug-in with an included AC adapter or battery operated, perfect for on-the-go. Whether excess noise or racing thoughts get in the way of a restful night’s sleep, the sound machine will help create the ideal setting for better sleep.

Available Products

• Big Red Rooster 6 Sound White Noise Machine

Mindful String Games

Move your hands, still your mind. In this meditative take on the traditional cat’s cradle game, players use a looped string to achieve a state of mental calm. The boxed set includes a sturdy looped nylon cord and an 88-page instruction book with more than 75 illustrations, with relaxation techniques and instructional text for 15 games including the Celtic Knot, the Butterfly, the Lizard, the Well, and Three Diamonds. Can be played alone or with a friend.

Available Products

• Mindful String Games Book: 10 Games to Quiet Your Mind

Dry Brush Set

Give the gift of self-care with a deluxe dry brush set complete with exfoliating gloves, pumice stone, and a charcoal konjac sponge. Dry brushing is known to sooth dry skin, relieve swelling and discomfort, and reduce toxins under the skin by stimulating the lymphatic system. This unique brush is made from natural high-quality boar bristles with medium firmness and a curved cut. The konjac plant is rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C, D, and E as well as antioxidants and minerals such as copper, zinc, iron, and magnesium adding to the skincare benefits. The high-quality natural earth lava stone helps remove dry skin safely and with ease.

“Only been using for about a week and already I notice a difference in the feel of my skin—it’s smoother and feels so much better,” said customer Deb B.

“I am so pleased I bought this product and I would recommend it to anyone, it’s definitely worth spending your money on,” said Reena R.

Available Products

• ZEN ME Premium Dry Brushing Body Brush

Himalayan Pink Salt Pamper Kit   

Melt away tension and feel your very best with chemical-free TLC. Made from premium sea salt sourced by a small New England-based shop, the Pampered One Bundle includes a coconut vanilla salt scrub, dead sea hand cream, and luxurious salted caramel chocolates. The renewing scrub combines Dead Sea minerals with natural aromatic oils that will transport you to a tropical beach while rejuvenating the skin. The hand cream is enriched with natural minerals and protects, soothes, and softens.

“My favorite hand cream” said customer Heidi R.

“I bought as a gift for my best friend who absolutely loved it,” said customer Melanie T.

“The lotion isn’t sticky and has a lovely low-key smell,” said customer Lauren C. “Nothing overpowering.”  

Available Products

• Pampered One Bundle

Portable Humidifier

Maintain total radiance and relaxation no matter the climate with a portable facial humidifier. Ultrasonic wave technology offers quiet, efficient cool mist control that keeps skin and hair hydrated and refreshed. LED lights emit a soft glow to act as a gentle night light, while compact construction can be operated handheld or tabletop. Powers via USB.

Available Products

• Hey Dewy Portable Facial Humidifier

Herb Grow Kit

Turn your windowsill into an edible urban oasis. This kit comes with everything you need to get growing immediately. Includes a reusable planter made from fast-growing renewable timber, three coco coir pots suitable for transplanting, expanding soil discs that include worm castings and water-retaining crystals for long-term plant health, bamboo labels, and three packets of seeds.

Windowsill friendly indoors. If placed outdoors, best in moderate temperatures as the roots can get too hot in the peak of summer. Just add water and sun and herbs sprout in one to two weeks. Includes basil, parsley, and cilantro.

Available Products

• Culinary Garden Trio Kit

Meditation Pillow

Provide support, added balance, and grounding. This cushy bolster for yoga or meditation is 100 percent cotton with buckwheat filling, featuring a durable built-in handle for easy movement. The pillow encourages improved posture and promotes better circulation, allowing you to remain focused without distracting discomfort.

“These are so perfect for our yoga and meditation practice,” said customer Sally F. “Comfy and easy on the back.”

“I’ve sat on it and knelt on it, and it’s made doing yoga a lot easier,” said customer Marla H. “Nice and comfy also.”

Available Products

• Sedona Round Meditation Cushion