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Oct 03, 2023

Best Bath Gift Ideas from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022

Give the gift of relaxation with these products. If you or someone you know spends a lot of time taking care of other people, we’re here to remind you: Don’t forget to reserve some energy for

Give the gift of relaxation with these products.

If you or someone you know spends a lot of time taking care of other people, we’re here to remind you: Don’t forget to reserve some energy for yourself! While the holiday season is a fun and joyous time of year, the demands of daily life can intensify during this festive-but-frantic season. As a result, many of us find ourselves falling into bed at night without taking any time for ourselves during the day. Hitting the pause button, even for just a few minutes, can be a radical act of self-care—and that’s something we heartily endorse.

For Oprah, taking a bath is one of her favorite ways to unwind–the ritual helps her clear mind and relax. That's why this year’s list of Oprah's Favorite Things is packed with skincare and bath products that make taking a quick morning shower seem special and a late-evening bath feel downright divine. Imagine dipping into a warm water filled with nutrients your skin will soak up, or having spa night with the help of an essential oil-packed body scrub. We can guarantee your skin, muscles, and mind will thank you. Tomorrow might be just as busy, but with the help of some of the things on this list, you (or someone close to you) will be ready for it. After all, the holidays are all about spreading the love—you deserve some, too.

A soothing bath is restorative for the mind and body. And that’s especially true when you add a scoop of these delicately scented Brazilian bath salts. They’re packed with good-for-you ingredients like magnesium and potassium, both of which are proven to ease muscle aches and promote better sleep. The addition of Brazilian white clay helps slough off dead skin, leaving your body softer and more refreshed than just minutes before.

Why should kids have all the fun? You’re never too old to enjoy a bubble bath, and this one puts a grown-up spin on that favorite childhood splash time. Each blend is infused with natural oils; the grapefruit and neroli blend is invigorating and bright, while rose hip and lavender combine in a gentle, relaxing scent that will have all your troubles feeling far away.

After a long day of entertaining family and wrangling kids, slough it off! And by “it,” we mean both stress and dead skin, each of which are no match for this scrub. Salt and sugar exfoliate, revealing smooth skin, while nourishing essential oils help lock in moisture. This energizing eucalyptus-blend wonder worker was created at the special request of Oprah, and the company founder, Gloria Williams—a.k.a. the Footnanny a.k.a. Oprah’s longtime pedicurist—designed it to be used with the accompanying loofah. Take them into a long bath or a quick shower and get ready to marvel at the new you.

Sometimes we all need a few words of encouragement, and this soap set is from a small business that knows a thing or two about building confidence: The company prioritizes hiring people with disabilities, women in recovery, and individuals in need of a second chance. Help support their mission as you treat yourself or someone you love to some squeaky-clean inspiration with this soap that has affirmations embossed on each bar.

Feel free to spread the good vibes: These come individually wrapped, so you can grab the set of six and divide it up among friends or slip one into each stocking.

Dr. Barbara Sturm is a legendary German aesthetics doctor with celebrity devotees who love her for the magic she works on tired, irritated skin. Those of us who can’t get to Germany to see her IRL can indulge in some of her brand’s cult-favorite products at home. The foaming cleanser washes away holiday-party makeup without stripping away your skin’s natural moisture, the enzyme cleanser is a gentle exfoliant that makes a great addition to a DIY facial, and the Glow Drops restore radiance.

The winter months can take a toll on your skin, from cold air outside to dry heat inside. Which means the most wonderful time of the year also happens to be when we need moisture more than ever. Enter this set of body butters from Savannah Bee Company, whose honey-infused lotions combine the nectar of the bees with scents like cedar, orange blossom, and rosemary lavender. Not only is it great for your skin, you’ll also be supporting a company that has provided more than 300 beehives to schools across the country, educating the next generation about the awesome things bees can do, and the need to protect our honey-making friends.

Want to shop more of Oprah’s Favorite Things? Check out the rest of her list here.

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