2021 Best Holiday Gifts for Men

This year, mens gifts range from keeping warm to looking cool. And, while there are more products than ever available online, how do you narrow down what to buy? From gifts for the impossible man and men that have everything to luxury mens gifts and gifts on a budget, I’ve got you covered. Here’s my 2021 best holiday gifts for men essential gift guide.

Disclosure: For many of the items you’ll see and read about, I want sent products in exchange for inclusion. Additionally, you’ll find some Amazon affiliate links, too. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I’ll receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thanks for supporting Sand and Snow!

Barred and Shampooed

Viori all-natural Longsheng rice shampoo and conditioner bars are inspired by the ancient rituals of the Red Yao Tribe. Beautifully designed, Viori offers high quality shampoo and conditioner bars that are safe & natural, 100% vegan, plastic-free, sustainable, sulfate-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, pH balanced and ethically sourced.

For over 2,000 years, the Red Yao tribe has lived isolated, high upon the rice-terraced mountains of Longsheng, about a thousand miles south of Beijing. Secluded, the Red Yao women developed powerful hair-care rituals, centered upon the cultivation of Longsheng Rice, for the Yao people, their long, healthy hair is their most prized possession.

Price: Bars start at $10

 

Get Umby My Umbrella

What if by protecting ourselves (and looking great), we could protect one another? That is the driving force behind Umby umbrellas – the newest must-have accessory and practical holiday gift.  Umby’s signature umbrella, “Be Sunshine,” is beautifully crafted to be innovative in purpose and function.

With a waterproof case, lined with a micro-fiber enhanced towel, Umby can be stored in your bag/briefcase/car wet or dry. But it is so much more than an umbrella. 

Price: Be Sunshine Umbrella: $35

 

Added Recovery

KT Recovery+ Products are specifically designed to help active individuals recover from working out faster so they can get back to doing what they enjoy most. Additionally,  several of its products are very affordable,  making them great stocking stuffers!

As a couple that has frequent back and neck problems, we love theIce/Heat Massage Ball and Pain Relief Gel. The KT+ Recovery Wave is super cool in the fact that it’s a clinically proven and FDA cleared wearable device that brings the powerful electromagnetic technology traditionally only found at a clinician’s office straight to your home in a convenient, on-the-go solution.

Prices:

• KT Recovery+® Wave ($34.99)

• Performance+® Blister Prevention Tape ($9.99)

• KT Recovery+® Pain Relief Roll On Gel ($15.99)

• Recovery+® Ice/Heat Massage Ball ($39.99)

 

Science of Life Hair Care

Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic systems of healing. In Sanskrit, Ayurveda means “science of life.” The company believes in maintaining the health of body and mind through learning about our unique constitution, which is determined by the exact moment of conception. 

For its Mata Ayurveda Hair Oils (made for all hair types – even oily), massage 5 to 10 drops into scalp and work through to the ends. Leave on for a minimum of 30 minutes. Then apply shampoo to dry hair and rinse thoroughly with water. Shampoo as needed until oil is dissolved.

Price: $31 per Bottle

 

Aged, Infused, & Bottled

Aged & Infused is designed to seamlessly craft a better cocktail at home. For men that like to be a home bartender — just add your favorite spirit, infuse, and cheers to a damn good cocktail!

From naturally dehydrated, locally sourced fruit and flowers to whole grain and spices, the Aged & Infused signature and the seasonal line offer something for every mood and taste. Everyone’s a home bartender these days! That’s why these all-natural infusion cocktails kits by Chicago-based company.

Price: $25 per kit

 

Twisted Liquor

Twisted Path Chai is made with gluten-free vodka, black tea, herbs, spices, and cane sugar. No flavorings, coloring, or preservatives, just real tea, spices, alcohol, and sugar. Mix it with milk or coffee; add it to cocktails to bring an interesting twist to daiquiris, margaritas, gimlets, and tropical drinks; pour it on ice cream… Frankly, we’ve had a hard time finding things it isn’t delicious in.

There is only one perishable ingredient in a bloody mary, tomato juice. So, Twisted Path Distillery wanted to separate it out. All the rest of the ingredients (herbs, spices, salt, vinegar) it put straight in the vodka. The end result is an 80-proof vodka that has all you need in a bloody mary already in it, and you just add it to plain tomato juice. It’s easy, it tastes better, and its shelf stable at room temperature. 

Price: $48 per bottle

 

A Pro Spin on Ping Pong

If you have a table tennis fan like I do, the  Portable All-in-One Table Tennis Set from Pro Spin is what you need. It allows you to play anytime, on any table. Complete with a retractable net, 4 high-performance table tennis paddles, 3 white balls and 3 orange balls, it includes a premium case for easy storage and travel. The net is retractable and goes up to 72″ wide, and everything fits in a clear case. 

Price: $44.95

 

Supplemental Synergy

Self care is either at the top of your priorities, or it should be, and that goes for everyone around us. Imagine being able to give self care in a bottle. An all natural blend of aminos, adaptogens, nootropics, and vitamins that actually does the thing the label says.

Synergic targets four functional needs with its products: Better Calm, Better Focus, Better Energy, and Better Sleep, and it’s the science that delivers exactly those feels. These doctor-designed “Balancers” are called such because they actually trigger shifts in brain chemistry to balance your underlying systems rather than cover them up. 

Price: $44 per bottle

 

String Sling

 Rock their world this holiday season with the ultimate guitar accessory, The String Sling. It protects guitar strings from oxidation, greasy hands and environmental wear by using a premium microfiber cloth, which can also be used to wipe down and dust your guitar, and it leaves no residue or fuzz behind.

The String Sling’s design allows you keep your strings and fret shielded from the elements without taking away from the beauty of your guitar and it is the most comfortable guitar strap on the market thanks to premium Japanese elastic which provides just the right amount of give for maximum comfort without sacrificing strength and security. It also features a custom compartment to hold your capo, whether The String Sling is in strap or protection mode. 

Price: $42.95

 

Steampunked Style Glasses

Jacob Steampunk Sunglasses from Technigadgets will keep him looking cool with a retro vibe. The unique retro style and round lenses which can make you feel like a star. Undeniably cool iconic shades for men and women who want to step up the game of fashion.

Add in the fact that they’re made with quality, are polarized, and are affordable (plus come with a super nice case) and they’re a no brainer gift for the guy that has everything and loves steampunk. 

Price: $34.95

 

1000 Pieces of Skyline

Cloudberries, a UK-based company that creates beautiful, design-led jigsaw puzzles for adults. It have stunning eco-friendly jigsaw puzzles that are the perfect gift for the holidays. They’re not just great for for wall decor, but are great for spending time with friends, too.

 The best thing about these puzzles, they’re gifts that encourage quality time with loved ones. SKYLINE, one of our faves,  is super colorful and would look great on the wall. On top of that, the company is really proud to say that it plants a tree for every puzzle it sells – 100,000+ to date!

Price: £17.41

 

Eat, Drink, & Listen to Music

Bring music to more places with Speaqua Speakers. Featuring the Cruiser H2.0 (the one shown above), Barnacle Pro and Barnacle Vibe 2.0, these waterproof speakers allow you to bring your music anywhere you go. Whether you stick it on your bathroom wall and unwind with a hot bubble bath or take it with you on an afternoon bike ride, Speaqua brings the gift of music with you wherever you are.

And with the ability to store up to 2,000 songs directly on the speaker, you don’t need wifi or a phone to enjoy music on your remote adventures. Features include: shock proof, dust/sand proof, 5-8 hour battery life and floatable. 

Price: $29.99 with free Prime shipping

 

Beard Rocking Red Rocks

Is Dad’s beard looking a little scraggly and in need of help? Red Rocks Beard Oil will soften and condition a beard while helping the skin underneath, too. Oils of Argan, Neem Oil, and Abyssinian, along with Horehound, Hops and Yarrow extracts rescue those wiry split ends and unmanageable beard. And with a warm scent of vetiver, everyone will love it.  

Price: $13.95

 

Lotus Plush Linen 

Made of 100% polyester, Lotus Linen’s bathrobe for men is highly breathable, wicking moisture away to keep him cool and dry. It has a lightweight feel and does not easily fade or shrink when washed. Polyester is also a durable fabric, which means the robe maintains its shape and is not prone to wrinkling. Plus, it feels like being wrapped inj a big, comfy blanket. 

Price: $44.95

 

Pet Personalization

Stellar Villa’s pet portrait illustrations will transform his ordinary pet photos into stunning pieces of art. Simply upload your photos on our website and their artist will work her magic and deliver a unique piece of art you will cherish forever. All artwork is digitally hand-illustrated in Brooklyn, New York.

Price: Starting at $42.50

 

Muster Up Some Liquid Courage

Ballsy is a line of proprietary formulas designed to keep the prized jewels and nether regions fresh, clean and smelling great – no harsh chemicals (sulfates, parabens, phthalates or synthetic dyes) or heavy cologne required!

Their Sack Pack, which contains their winning trifecta of products – specifically developed for use below the belt – features Ballwash (the product that started it all), Nut Rub (long lasting solid cologne and skin balm) and Sack Spray (neutralizes odor and irritation).

From 11/24-12/1, they will be offering 25% off all products with code: BFNOW25

 

A Match Made in Coffee Heaven

 This is the perfect gift for the coffee lover in your life. Perfect Pairing boxes include a perfect pair of coffee and cookies. That’s more than enough to become addicted, so watch out for that. Each month, they ship a curated pairing of international craft coffee along with flavor-paired gourmet cookies. The flavors of the coffee and cookies are meant to boost each other, giving coffee lovers a unique and unforgettable experience.

Price: $23.95 each month with savings for multiple box orders

 

Carded Carnivore

Make your thoughtful gift even more unforgettable by writing your message on both 100% edible and awesome Meat Card™— a greeting card size sheet of beef jerky laser engraved with a personal message. At 4″ x 9″ and 1 oz (approx. weight), it’s vacuum sealed for freshness.

Price: $22.50

 

Meat District

Give the grill lover the ultimate gift with Meat District’s Ultimate Grilling Pack filled with butcher-crafted, premium meats that are seasoned to perfection and ready to cook. Made with premium cuts of beef, pork and poultry, the Ultimate Grilling Pack is the perfect entrée to serve up to friends and family with executive chef-created recipes that will blow your dinner guests away.

Each pack includes:

• 1 pack of Zesty Ranch Chicken Party Wings
• A pack of Sweet & Sassy Drumsticks
• 1 pack of Shwarma Chicken Thighs
• A pack of Steak House Premium Tri-Tip
• 1 pack of The O.G. Short Rib, Angus Chuck and Brisket Burger Patties
• A Pack of Bacon Wrapped Garlic Peppercorn Juicy Pork Tenderloin

Price: $99.95

Damn, Man! Those Are Some Good Snacks!

Why not get the man in your life a gift that resonates with him right down to his caveman core?  Sugar Plum Chocolates is offering Damn, Man Snacks Guys Love, a collection of exotic meats handpicked to cater to that primal hunter-gatherer instinct that echoes in the background from the evolution of early man. 

Included in each box:

• Wild Boar Summer Sausage
• Mild Beef Stick (2 pieces)
• Pork and Antelope Stick
• Pork and Alligator Stick
• Memphis BBQ Almonds
• Texas BBQ Peanuts

Price: $49.95

 

Smoked and Complimented

Paged Mount Everest 

Trot with Lilies

Life Lessons 

Leather Bound Style

YBELL Hand Weights

Monogrammed Leather 

Coffee Kahawa

Blameful Poetry

Van Gogh

JoGo for Joes on the Go

Icelandic Beanie

Price: $70

 

House of Dear 

Designed to thicken, strengthen, and add shine to each hair strand, House of Dear’s Resurrecting Wash & Rinse is formulated to build up your hair strand if it has been damaged or weakened. It’s best for fine, brittle hair that has lost its luster or needs strengthening. Filled with clean one-of-a-kind ingredients including Rose of Jericho, Aloe Vera and Sunflower Seed Oil that delivers all day hold.  

Price: $38 each

Military Grade Pens

Alphapointe actually manufacturers tens of millions of products for organizations such as the Department of Veterans Affairs, government agencies across the country, the Department of Defense, etc. and these items are made from a workforce where more than half of our team members are blind or visually impaired.

• B3 Aviator Pen ($21.95)– these are the pens used by members of the military on the front lines. They are hand-made, incredibly sturdy and they can write in just about any situation imaginable (which is why they are used by our armed forces in war-time situations). If anyone wants to use the same pens as our members of the military, this is the pen for them. 

 

• Defender Pen ($44.18)– similar to above, these pens are also used by members of the military. They are also hand-made and can write in virtually any scenario (hot, cold, wet, upside down, etc.). The tips on these pens can also break glass (specifically designed to do so). Like the pens above, if someone wants to use what members of our military use, these are the pens. Here’s a video with some more details:

 

• Luminator Pen ($47.72)– also similar to above (hand-made, etc.), but these pens also have a green LED light that illuminates as you write, so regardless of whether it’s day or night, you can see and write in any conditions. 

 

House Hacker

Looking for a gift that keeps on giving? Delight your nearest and dearest with one of three freshly designed DIY kits at Sugru.com 

The new Fix & Create Kit is designed with the repair revolutionary in mind. For the man who is keen to waste less, whilst crafting more. Projects cover everything from repurposing old jars and making jewelery, to adding texture to simple plant pots and Kintsugi style repair.

The Rebel Tech Kit is ideal for the techy tinkerer in your life. The Home Hacks Kit is perfect for all the nesters out there. A home is what you make it, so this mix of practical projects and creative DIY pointers is a great gift for any budding #homeinspo man. A floating herb garden for the kitchen? No problem. Clever shoe storage for the hallway? Sure thing.  

What’s Included:

Each kit includes four packs of a new and improved version of Sugru Mouldable Glue by tesa, for a mess-free and fun-filled DIY experience. The colorful and award-winning glue is accompanied by some texturing tools, a tin and a Sugru project book packed full of easy-to-follow how-to guides, perfect for people getting started. Whichever kit you go for, the creative possibilities are endless with Sugru!

Price: $12.99 each

 

Muscle Hero

Hero Brands DMSO Roll On is a proprietary formula, containing Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) and 1500mg of Full Spectrum CBD Oil blend which may promote pain relief and reduce inflammation. DMSO has the unrivaled ability to penetrate the skin, act as an anti-inflammatory and a delivery system for any substance into the bloodstream. In our case, it allows 1500mg of CBD to be more bioavailability to the body.  

Price: $50

 

Hands Free Dog Walking

The LifeHandle Ultimate Leash Bundle includes a base sling made of breathable air mesh, neoprene padding, and soft non-irritating fabrics and patent-pending HUB technology to attach LifeHandle accessories including the Hands-Free Comfort Leash (Hands Free!!) and All-Purpose Handle. 

The Leash is suitable for dogs of any breed, size, or age, and is designed to distribute a dog’s pull force across your core and minimizing that force with the built-in shock absorber all while keeping both hands free.  The All-Purpose Handle allows the user to easily hold kids, bags, or other heavy items with one arm, and can also be used as leverage to lift heavy packages or boxes.  

The leash can be used to jog or walk with a dog.  The All-Purpose Handle can help assist carrying children, bags, or gear.  It takes the pressure off arms and lower back and moves the load to stronger core muscles. 

 Price: $59.99

 

Fresh Wave

Fresh Wave’s pods, spray, gels and beads use natural, non-toxic plant oils to find and neutralize odor molecules in the air and on surfaces, using clean ingredients like water, lime, pine needle, clove, and stress-relieving aromas like lavender and cedarwood.

Safer for people, pets and the planet, they’ve been touted as a great gift and are perfect for freshening the home up before entertaining, relieving stress and promoting a calm environment, perfect for anyone looking for more self-care. They’re also perfect for freshening hotel rooms up, keeping luggage fresh, cars, gym bags, dorm rooms and more.

Prices: Starting at $8.99

 

A Video Heirloom

 

No More Chilly Dry Offs

 

Amba heated towel racks add a stylish accent to any bathroom and keeps towels warm, fresh and dry, reducing dampness, mildew and frequent trips to the washing machine–especially important for humid beach houses.

Utilized in Europe for decades due to their energy efficiency, heated towel racks use much less energy than a standard dryer (about the same amount of electricity as a few light bulbs). Heated towel racks can transform a regular bathroom into a cozy day spa, adding style while saving space. 

Price: $238

 

Scape His Beard Like a Pro

The Beardscape Pro includes the original gray Beardscape trimmer and all of the best accessories. The large case is designed to perfectly hold every accessory in its place – now everything you need for clippers has a home. The Pro version also includes the Zero blade which is one of the closest cutting blades available on a trimmer.

How did the Pro get created: Professional barber customers asked for a case that would hold all guards and accessories, and they also needed a blade that could cut at a zero gap to make the Beardscape perfect for men’s haircuts. 

Price: $109.95

 

Handy Band

Handy Bands make a great stocking stuffer for men this holiday season! They  encourage people to move forward from the pandemic and the patent-pending mask converts to a wristband, making it the most functional mask on the market.

Aside from functionality, the 100% cotton mask is completely biodegradable, making it easy on our faces and the environment. The signature HandyBand buttons are also made from palm tree seeds ensuring no plastic ends up in our landfills and oceans.

Price: $8

 

Sili-Save the Planet

GoSili is a sustainable brand that provides colorful reusable straws & cups for those who love the planet. The brand has options for stocking stuffers and holiday parties such as silicone cups, straws, and a Universal Silicone Straw Top with Straw designed to turn any cup into a straw cup. 

GoSili provides the best European grade silicone tumblers, cups and straws on the market that are stylish, modern, tough, and 100% nontoxic. GoSili Silicone Goods is an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics. All under $10 – super cute and visual.

Prices: $10 and under

 

Cat Tongue Grip Tape

Elixir Glassware of Life

Pair the sensory delight of fine wine with the exquisite art form of these breathtaking glasses by Elixir Glassware. Contemporary, exceptionally clear cylindrical body and slender stem gracefully showcases sparkling, red, and white wines.

This glassware is a unique gift idea that is guaranteed to impress. Unlike crystal wine glasses which contain at least 20% lead, Elixir glassware is made from lead-free ultra-clarity crystal. All the wonderful sparkle and flair of fine crystal glass stemware, tempered for durability and carefully crafted to perfectly savor Pinot Noir, Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Chardonnay.

Price: $41.97

 

Positive Side Effects Game

Couple Connect  is a game developed by a licensed Psychologist, it makes the perfect gift for new couples looking to spark some interesting conversations on your next date night.

Backed by psychological science, Couple Connect was designed to improve communication, romance, and trust between you and your loved one.  And if a stronger connection isn’t enough, the company has pledged a donation of 1 meal to Feeding America for each game sold.

Price: $29.99 with free Prime shipping

 

Snap That Collar!

As anyone with a closetful of button-downs or polo shirts knows, a sloppy collar can ruin an entire look.  Even a brand-new shirt has a creased and wrinkled collar as soon as it’s out of the dryer, and there’s no easy fix. 

Ironing is cumbersome, if you even own an iron. And if you do, why spend the time and energy to dig it out?  Your VCR collection probably has less dust. There are some collar fixes, but collar stickers and magnets only treat the front corners and steamers only fix the wrinkles. 

Enter Snap Collar, the easy way to treat and fix messy collars. It snaps on easily and will transform his collar into ship shape in no time. 

Price: $14.99 each with discounts on multipacks

 

Swanky Cigar Holdar

A great gift for cigar aficionados on the move.  This Cigar Travel Gift Set comes with a cigar travel case, lighter, and cigar cutter. This travel-sized cigar case holds everything they need to enjoy a smooth smoke when the mood strikes them.

This travel cigar case stores and protects up to three cigars at once, and comes with a compartment to carry the cigar cutter.  The set also comes with a sturdy flip lighter so your cigar lover has everything he needs to enjoy a smoke wherever he is.  It can be personalized with a name or initials up to 12 characters in length.  

Price: $49.99

 

Hold the Phone!

For the guy who spends time in the car, give him a better cell phone holder that will ensure he’s driving hands-free and safe behind the wheel with his cell phone close by. It fits snugly in a vehicle’s cup holder, allowing you to drive hands-free while still using your cup holder for a drink. It doesn’t block a vent or attach to the dashboard like most cell phone holders for cars.

Due to its unique design, Cell Phone Seat holds any phone, even with cases, vertically or horizontally. You can even charge your phone while it’s in the holder. Easy to install and easy to place your phone in or take your phone out of the holder.

Price: $24.95

 

Hemp Cigar

This organic, non-psychoactive hemp cigar is being used by many gents as a replacement to tobacco or THC. Wrapped in organic palm leaf, Metolius enhances their hemp flower with CBD isolate, distillate and kief, resulting in potent power and flavor, and hits smoother than your typical tobacco cigar.

Great for those that enjoy the benefits of cannabis without the high, as well as for those looking to ditch tobacco use. Their flower is organic and non-carcinogenic, sustainably and regeneratively grown on their own farm in Bend, Oregon. This is an up and coming vice for the modern gentleman!

Price: $74.95

 

No Caddie Necessary

Campbell Caddie is a unique and useful gadget valued by men and women golfers ages 60+, so think an ideal gift for spouses, siblings, parents, or grandparents.

The National Golf Foundation estimates over 10-million American golfers are within this age group.  Women are the fastest growing segment representing 24% of all golfers. The Campbell Caddie addresses some of golf’s most common issues:

• Keep grips dry and clean of grass, sand, and chemicals
• Keeps clubs upright and visible in the rough or around the green. 
• Reduces the risk of losing or leaving expensive clubs behind
• Reduces the number of times bending over is required
• Made in the U.S.A.

Price: $34.95 Delivered

 

Bullet Proof Glass

A whiskey shot or who shot the whiskey? From the perfect sip to the dramatic presentation, this Whiskey Bullet badass glass will be the highlight of his drinking arsenal. Made with a faux 50 caliber bullet it gives the illusion of being shot through. Serve it up neat or serve it up on the rocks just serve it up in one cool glass.

Price: $29.99

 

Artisan Grooming

Owen Shea and his wife, Marie are the brains behind the GQ award winning grooming oil, from their collection of all natural apothecary products, from Brothers Artisan Oil. Known for their truly natural home and body products, Brothers Artisan Oil is dedicated to creating thoughtful, effective products for a lifetime of better health.

The Atlanta-based, husband and wife-owned apothecary company produces products without the use of parabens, sulfates, phenoxyethanol, dyes, or synthetic fragrance, so looking and smelling good doesn’t have to come with unhealthy additives.

Each product is handmade in small batches in America from ethically sourced ingredients and never tested on animals. In addition to the award-winning Grooming Oil, Brothers Artisan Oil offers an effective Magnesium-based deodorant, face wash that triples as shampoo and body wash, eucalyptus and juniper scented hair and beard wax, and more.

Prices: Starting at $18

 

Leaps and (Chafe-less) Bounds

 

Metal Bento

The 3- tier, 100% Stainless Steel BKLYN BENTO Lunch Box (Who doesn’t love a good bento box?)  is 20% larger than most bento boxes out there. But don’t worry, it isn’t huge (but dare we say, the perfect size for your lunch!). Plus, it’s made from FDA food-grade material.

But don’t let its good looks fool you. This bento box is tough–it’s from Brooklyn after all! And because the company cares about the earth and you, Bklyn Bento contains zero BPA, PVC, BPS, Phthalates, and any other yucky stuff in the making of this premium food container. Dishwasher friendly or cleans easily with soap and water. Great for kids, teens, and adults.

Price: $28.92

 

Swish Swash Clean

I never know how much I needed a bidet until a recent trip to Buffalo, NY, proved me wrong. I loved everything about it: the cleanliness, freshness, and overall better felling after using the bathroom. 

Enter the Brondell Swash 1400 Heated Bidet toilet seat. It’s super easy to install (took us less than 30 minutes) and comes in two bowl sizes to make the fitting a snap.  It fits over our existing toilet and can provide everything from a heated seat, nightlight, double stainless steel self-sterilizing nozzles, feminine and rear wash, aerated and massage wash, endless warm water, warm air dryer all at the control of a remote control. 

Yeah, I’m never not having one now. 

Price: $649

 

Topically Better Gaming

Better Topics is a card game for couples that that the company owners created to help them have deeper conversations and also have a lot of fun. Its game-like features and rewards system makes it a great game for date night. And because the questions are designed to be repeatable, the game can be played over and over again. Another great feature is that it is customizable to each relationship.

It makes a great stocking stuffer for couples, especially if they have kids as well. The game allows them to spend some fun time together, focusing on their relationship, not just the kids or other topics. It comes in both a physical card deck variant or in an app format where, depending on the membership level chosen, the couples benefit from weekly secret challenges and various other benefits.

Price: Plans start at $19 per year

 

 

Bel Essence,  a skin care company making highly effective skin care products from natural and organic ingredients.  It creates its products based on a simple principle – nutrition for the skin. 

Think about this: If we use products that give our skin the vitamins, minerals and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids it needs, we will have naturally healthy skin.  Plant oils such as Argan, Hemp, Rice Bran, Avocado and others are rich in the vitamins, omega 3s, fatty acids and other nutrients important for soothing and treating common skin conditions and irritations and give you healthy skin. 

For men, Bel Essence launched two great products, an after shave, after grooming lotion for hair and skin, and a face balm for guys on the go, to prevent and treat environmental effects on the skin.  

Prices: Calming Balm – $12

Hair and Skin Conditioning Lotion – $24

 

Give Him a Hand

Ahh, so many double entendres I could make with these products, but I’ll save them for my eternal 12-year old boy humor. Goddam Man CO. is moto-inspired with scents influenced by the great Pacific Northwest. The line includes beard oils, beard balms, hand and lip balms, and men’s grooming accessories. Our best sellers are the beard oils, the Hand Job hand balm, and multi-product Grooming Kits. 

 

Nothing says “I love you” like a beard grooming kit with everything one needs to maintain your man mane.  The beard grooming kits include a delightfully fragrant handcrafted sandalwood beard comb, a 1oz Beard Oil, and a 1oz Beard Balm in your favorite of our forest fresh scents.

 

Soothing Body & Mind

 

Thicker Hair with a Caffeine Punch

Caffeine-Infused Thickening Shampoo by Barrel and Oak promotes thicker looking hair while also hydrating to fight dry skin and breakage. Formula contains biotin (Vitamin b-7), Organic Coffee Extract, Organic Bergamot Oil, Quinoa Protein, Panthenol (Vitamin B-5)

Price: $12

 

 

The Starter Kit by Banish is armed with 6 full sized skin care products to prevent and combat concerns like hyperpigmentation, breakouts, and acne scars. It’s suitable for all skin types, reduces the look of old or new acne scars and dark marks,  improves look of uneven skin tone and texture, promotes firmness of skin, and even reduces appearance of fine lines.

The Banish Starter Kit comes with:

• Banish Oil ( vitamin c serum ) – Made fresh with the most potent form of vitamin c: L-ascorbic acid. Reduce the look of acne scars and hyperpigmentation faster compared to other forms of Vitamin C! 
• Vitamin C Beauty Elixir – A facial mist for a boost of vitamin C to add moisture back to skin and awaken dull appearing skin. 
• Banisher 2.0 –  Effectively battle acne scars! Features gold plated titanium bristles, a built in protective cap and cleaning container, and design that improves the pressure of the bristles.   
• Pumpkin Enzyme Masque – Packed with AHAs and BHAs that are natural exfoliators. It sloughs off dead skin cells to revitalize and improve the texture and tone of skin. Wonderful for acne prone skin.
• Fighter Gel – A water based gel that’s great for calming redness, eczema, irritation and inflammation. Try it on breakouts or areas of eczema. 
• Vitamin C Creme- A skin repairing creme concentrated with 20% vitamin C. Light texture that won’t leave a heavy or greasy feel. 
• Storage Bag 

Price: $195

Get a Handle on Your Back

Have a guy that needs to take his back easy? The BACKEZ is a perfect gift for men that want to get a handle on their lifting (I couldn’t help myself!) It can be added to any long handle stick tool in 1 minute and the offset handle design helps you stand taller and reduces back bending by 30%. Less strain on your body. Add in the ergonomic grip design that increases your working leverage and muscle efficiency, a universal fit, and a reduction in blisters and you’ve got an ideal stocking stuffer. 

$11.14 plus free Prime shipping

 

Sturdy Bags for Athletes

 

Athletico has super sturdy, durable sport bags for just about every sports enthusiasts. Our picks:

Hockey Duffle Bag – A super-sized 35″ heavy-duty duffle bag with an all PVC-coated mesh vent top for max air-flow and a removable gear box organizer. Made of 900D PVC polyester + oxford cloth – rip-resistant, tear-resistant, travel-friendly material that will hold your biggest and bulkiest sports equipment, camping gear, & boating supplies. $69.99

Disco Golf Backpack – The Athletico Power Shot Frisbee Golf Backpack was built to keep all of your disc golf gear at your side in a convenient backpack with easy access to all of your most used discs. With a capacity for 20+ discs, you can keep all your most frequently used discs with you. $39.99

 

Askanya Chocolate

Gourmet chocolate lovers and connoisseurs can savor the taste of Haiti when they indulge in Askanya Chocolates — Haiti’s first and only premier bean-to-bar chocolate company. Askanya Chocolates are made exclusively with Haitian cocoa, which boasts some of the highest-ranked chocolate in the world!

 The cocoa beans are then handcrafted into bars by women in Haiti. As a Black-founded and Black women-led company, it’s dedicated to using the finest, all-natural ingredients directly sourced from a network of 3,000 Haitian Farmers who provide the finest cacao, sugar cane, limes, oranges, and cashew nuts.

Offered in a variety of milk and dark chocolates. From bean to bar, Askanya Chocolates are a true labor of love and provide direct revenue opportunities to Haitian farmers located in very rural areas. All of the bars are gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, and preservative-free. There are also dairy-free and vegan options.  

Price: $8.50 per bar

 

3SC Jewelry

Bold jewelry is taking over magazine covers and fall/winter trend lists. The birth of 3Shades Chic stemmed from a simple idea…creating unique, handcrafted jewelry using a variety of high quality gemstones, charms, and metals. 
The company designs most of the pieces up to three times, making customers feel special and unique like EACH piece designed. he end result…CHIC!

She has worked on the hit television show HGTV “Design to Sell” and was featured in the home section of the Prince Georges County Gazette. The essence of Cynthia’s style is to give every piece a unique feeling.

What I’m loving: 

Half Hoops Heishi (who says you can’t pick yourself up a treat, right?) – $17.50 a pair

RonldMark Bracelet – $40

Buckeye Booze

If you’re looking for a holiday gift for folks living in Ohio (or are Ohio lovers), definitely put Buckeye Vodka on your short list. Made in Dayton, the spirit is handcrafted, sold in all Ohio liquor stores, and has plenty of creative recipes on its website for inspiration. 

Of course, it goes without saying, please drink responsibly. 

Price: Starting at $18.99