Liz Weiss, a contributing writer to Health Magazine, dropped by The Saturday Early Show to offer some suggestions for holiday gifts that are designed to soothe and promote relaxation. Here are a few of her suggestions:
Lippmann Collection: Lavender Spa Booties ($48): These are oversized cotton booties. To enhance the at-home experience, remove the lavender sachets, heat them up for one minute in the microwave, put them back inside the booties, and enjoy a hot aromatherapy treatment. You can find them online at Sephora.com.Conair Foot Vibes Massaging Slippers are designed to give you a foot massage. They're plush-lined suede and are fitted with memory foam foot pads that mold to the bottom of the foot. The massage is powered by battery. Look them up at the Conair Web site.Homedics Mini Massage-On-The-Go is available in different colors, gel heads and with batteries (they're included). Find them at the Homedics Web site.Homedics Therapist Select Shiatsu Massaging Cushion offers deep-kneading Shiatsu massage up and down the back. It's also available at the Homedics Web site.Er'go Spa Zen Candle ($20). It's pronounced "air-go" and it was founded in 1999 with the idea of introducing a new candle concept to the world — the marriage of Premium Fragrance together with natural soy wax. For a calming mix of frankincense, myrrh and sandalwood, go to www.ergocandle.com.Origins Ginger Collection. Ginger has historically been used in Eastern cultures for its warming abilities and its power to help soothe tired joints and muscles. All of these are at the Origins Web site, including Ginger Touch Relaxing Massage Oil ($20), Ginger Soufflé Whipped Body Cream ($25), and Ginger Burst Savory Body Wash ($21).Conair Sound Therapy & Relaxation Clock Radio ($43.99). It's compact and it blocks out unwelcome sounds that interfere with work, study, reading or sleeping, with 10 "sound therapies." It's at the Conair Web site.Kashwere Robe ($145). A robe that's designed to feel like a fluffy cloud. Check it out at www.Kashwere.com.OXO Tea Pot ($39.99) and MoMA Design Store Honey Jar ($95). Herbal teas have long been known to have medicinal and calming benefits. Add honey for a soothing, calming touch. Red Envelope Tranquility Fountain ($65). It's a slate rock fountain designed to encourage relaxation and reflection.