With organic smoothie shops on every corner in Los Angeles, five-star spas situated throughout the state, and healing waters coursing through the grounds in Calistoga and beyond, California is often considered the center of the wellness universe. It’s no wonder that there’s a wealth of skilled Golden State creators dedicated to self-care products—all of which make for exceptional gifts.
P.F. Candle Co. Golden Coast Soy Candle, $24
Be transported to the trails of Arroyo Seco or Big Sur’s bracing shores without leaving your living room. Based in Los Angeles, this boutique fragrance company specializes in California-grown scents—including this blend of eucalyptus, lime, and redwood. Enjoy the candles in-person at P.F.’s Echo Park flagship and San Francisco’s North Beach location.
Mt. Shasta Opal from Crystal Keepers, $33 and up
Mt. Shasta’s mystical aura and towering presence beckons spiritual seekers from around the globe. Gift a piece of the pinnacle’s nurturing energy with a Mt. Shasta Opal from Crystal Keepers in Siskiyou County. Known for its vibrant iridescence, this rare opal variety—found only at the base of Mt. Shasta— showcases a stunning range of hues.
Cozy Socks from the California Sock Company, $15
Put your best foot forward with a pair of plush socks. This small business in San Diego carries more than 2,500 playful designs, from animal prints to Americana. For the California dreamer, this mid-calf pair, inspired by the state flag, lets the reader show off their Golden State spirit.
Sea Chi ReHydrating Facial Serum, $69
Located in Palm Springs, this woman-owned botanical brand is a favorite of holistic beauty fans. Gift your loved one a vial of Sea Chi’s luxurious ReHydrating Facial Serum. Made with organic sea buckthorn berry extract, squalane oil, and golden jojoba seed oil, this face oil will rejuvenate dry skin.
Bedtime Chai from the California Tea Company, $17
What started as a loose-leaf tea booth in a farmers’ market has blossomed into a Temecula-based business that ships blends nationwide. For the work-focused friend in your life who could use a moment to relax, consider the Bedtime Chai blend. The chamomile, cloves, cinnamon, and valerian root will have them halfway to dreamland before they finish their mug.
PPBody Prickly Pear Face and Body Scrub, $25
The Prickly Pear, a succulent-centered plant shop in Sacramento, grew out of owner Mona Bahraini’s love of all things cacti. Her skincare brand, PPBody, is centered on the same passion. All products incorporate prickly pear, a cactus native to California with antioxidant properties. This scrub includes poppyseed to smooth and prickly pear seed oil to soften.
Good Anya Custom Moss Wall Art, $800
Science shows that plants can lower stress, improve air quality, and help with mental focus. In that spirit, this stunning wall art, made in Truckee, is created from moss and lichen to bring the benefits of nature to a statement wall. If this piece feels a little too grand, Good Anya also offers a miniature five-inch hexagon filled with moss for just $28.
Stevie Howell Ranunculus Eye Mask, $46
An art school graduate with a love of sustainable textiles, Stevie Howell’s unusual fabrics and wallpaper have gained the attention of Vogue, The New York Times, and Harper’s Bazaar. Her beautiful silk eye masks come in a matching lingerie pouch. Your loved one will rest easy knowing their mask was created from fabric pieces as part of the San Francisco brand’s no-waste initiative.
Ethos Dry Brush, $24
Wellness gurus like Gwyneth Paltrow swear by dry brushing to improve circulation and keep skin looking smooth. Let your loved one lean into their inner Goop-ist with this brush sold by Ethos in Santa Cruz. A low-waste shop, Ethos focuses on refillable and reusable alternatives—like this well-made, wooden tool that can be used for years to come.
TheraFace Pro, $399
The innovative TheraFace Pro made its way onto Oprah Winfrey’s 2023 gift list—and who are we to disagree? From Los Angeles-based Therabody, this device has a number of settings to help prevent breakouts, reduce visible signs of aging, and improve relaxation. The ultimate present for a skincare fanatic, it’s a facial massager, microcurrent device, and LED light therapy treatment all in one.
