Your Official $HMONEY Gift Guide for 2021 🎁

‘Tis the season, right? Christmastime is overwhelming as it is, so the last thing we need to be worrying about is finding beautiful, purposeful gifts when we’re really supposed to be sitting back, relaxing and soaking in quality time with friends and family. We believe that presents aren’t something to lose sleep over and that’s why we’ve put together the following guide.

Plus, the latest episode of $HMONEY Radio provides you with savvy holiday shopping strategies from the experts at NerdWallet Canada. We’re so happy to help them announce their launch on this side of the border!

Remember: Don’t forget to treat yourself this Christmas. There should be something under that tree for you too. 🎄

Happy Holidays. x

THE BEST STOCKING STUFFERS

amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo - Perfect travel size, long-lasting, no film left behind. A true lifesaver with natural ingredients too.

Hairstrong Scrunchies - For the gal with ultra-thick hair, never worry about your ponytail shifting again.

Athena 7-Minute Lift Mask - 12 organic ingredients, 7 short minutes to a renewed complexion. Meghan Markle loves this product.

Three Ships PiĂąa Colada Lip Polish - Three Ships co-founder Connie Lo was right on the money when she said this scent was the best of the bunch. Follow it up with the Buttercream for best results.

Galerie au Chocolat - Canadian-made chocolate? Yes please. Ginger + sea salt and crisped rice bars in the shape of gingerbread men.

Biolage HydraSource Deep Treatment Pack - Leaves hair hydrated, smooth and good-smelling with no greasy residue. Ideal for on-the-go use.

Antipodes Forest Berry Red Moisture-Boost Lipstick - Put on your Christmas red and nourish your pout with avocado oil. The name of this lipstick is almost too ideal for the holidays.

Bite Beauty Upswing Full-Volume Mascara - Bigger, longer, fuller, bolder lashes in seconds. All you need is a couple of swipes. Kiss eye irritation goodbye.

Cadence Travel-Friendly Capsules - For all the tiny things that get lost in your purse (i.e pills) and all the liquids that spill out of regular containers. TSA-approved and essential for everyday use.

CLEAN Reserve Travel Perfume Set - No more headaches. No more hormone-blocking chemicals. Even better scents. Try them all and fall in love.

Beautycounter Lid Glow Cream Shadow - Pint-sized, pretty and easy-to-use for makeup novices. Safe for around the eyes too.

Cool To Connect Card Decks - Tell everyone to get off their phones, pick up their wine glasses and dive into conversation with these thoughtfully-made card decks by an amazing Canadian brand.

BEAUTY, INSIDE & OUT

FarmHouse Fresh Moon Dip - The texture of a body butter without all the greasiness. A must-have for after the bath.

AMOREPACIFIC Vintage Single Extract Essence - Wash with the innovative Enzyme Peel Cleansing Powder, give the skin a drink with this youth-inducing tonic. It’s obviously a hit. Get it for less through the link.

SBLA Lip Plump & Sculpt - Bring comfort to dry winter lips and give them some extra oomph. Don’t forget—they’re fragile skin too.

U Beauty Multimodal Defender SPF 30 - Moisturize and protect. Turn back time.

LASPA SPF20 Tinted Matte Sunscreen - Moisturize, protect, and put on your “makeup” at the same time. Then take it all off, gently.

G Herbal Body - Fight inflammation with skin and body-loving Javanese turmeric and glow-getting noni fruit.

Boscia Skin Nutrition Firming Body Serum - A certified skin $aver. Body oil finish, no oily residue. The best of both worlds.

SACHEU Stainless Steel Face Roller - Puffiness, be gone. Sculpting, continue on. A morning treat when it’s icy cold. Get it on a super sale.

Teaology Serum Infusion Trio - Tea and skincare lovers rejoice. Have your cake and eat it too.

Press On Gellies - A salon-level mani without the salon visit. Your pre-cured gellies await you.

Virtue Exfoliating Scalp Scrub - Therapeutic, gets the job done and conditions like no other. Follow up with the Split End Serum.

Design.ME BOUNCE.ME Collection - Reduce, refill, recycle. Sustainable packaging. A dream come true for curly hair types.

Act+Acre Cold Pressed Hair Cleanse - Detox your scalp once and for all.

MANSCAPED Perfect Package 3.0 - For all the gentlemen in your circle. They need this.

WILDING Beauty Aura Collection - Shake-off dead skin and contour. Everything you need for a full body massage.

Lise Watier IrrĂŠsistible Collection - Could be described as the $HMONEY F/W 2021 colour palette. All the essentials for the glowiest, rosiest, natural-looking makeup. On point for everyday wear and special occasions too.

LIVING, YOUR BEST LIFE

Knix HiTouch™️ High Rise Legging - These hold you in like nothing else and streamline the body. Extra high waist. Pair them with the Good to Go Oversized Hoodie.

Athletic Greens - When there’s not enough salads or time spent outdoors, this is the antidote. A pre-workout miracle.

JUST Egg - Thank you to this company and this company alone for satisfying our egg cravings without hurting our stomachs. The simplest, tastiest vegan option there is.

The COMFY Original - Your favourite blanket is not the same.

Gargoyle Wine Club - What Canadian wine drinkers have been waiting for. Help someone live out their somm dreams with a top-notch subscription.

Shy Wolf Candles - Canadian-made by women, sensational smells. The Hermit is a go-to.

Sisters’ Story Coffee - This wouldn’t be a $HMONEY gift guide without coffee. Drink better beans, support Indigenous women, sustain a female-run enterprise.

Dandies All-Natural Vegan Marshmallows - Pop them in your hot chocolate, savour it til the last drop. The ultimate treat for your veggie lovin’ friends. P.S: They taste like the real thing.

Pluto PUFF Body Pillow - Move over, partner. There’s nothing like this cushy, cooling PUFF.

Hush Weighted Throw - Keep warm while calming your nerves. You’ve never been cozier.

Levi’s Lounge - The WFH uniform. We’re living in the Red Tab™ Unisex Hoodie and Sweatpants. Feel no guilt about buying more than one colour. Mix and match. Be twins with someone you love.

Left On Friday Streamline Suit - The new one-piece wonder. The bathing suit for every occasion. Get into it. Get eco-friendly too.

Swiminista Cheerful One-Piece - Christmas Vacation Part 2. A founder fave. Another sustainable buy.

Neutrall Upcycled Glass Cups - Something to sip out of and feel good about. The perfect size for juice or kombucha.

Cleancult - The most convenient subscription to receive. Clean up with natural ingredients and lessen the environmental impact. Have a place for everything including your laundry detergent.

Melitta Natural Bamboo Coffee Filters - Take an item off the grocery list.

DUER All-Weather Denim - True all-weather clothing for Canadians, by Canadians. We’re loving the High-Rise Barrel Pant.

Hilary Macmillan Winter Accessories - Cute, useful and up for grabs. By a Canadian designer.

Loom & Table - Custom table linens and accessories that ‘wow’. We’re swooning over the ‘Canary’ Spindle runner on our dining room buffet. Enjoy a collaborative effort with your giftee.

R3 Concept - Canadian-made sustainable sneakers that go with everything. Enough said.

beam CBD Dream Capsules - The soundest sleep, the chillest vibe, the best ingredients. Chase a couple with a warm cup of tea an hour or two before bed and you’re set.

YA Classes by YogiApproved - Let Ashton and her team take care of everyone you’re buying for. You won’t regret it.

Numi Organic Tea Rooibos Chai - Unwind with this beloved blend, sans caffeine. Buddy it with a book.

Hire Women Mugs - Coffee & motivation in one cup. Our faves are 90s Rap, Coffee & Gratitude and Support Your Homegirls. Show love to a Latina-owned biz that belongs to the $HMONEY community.

Along Fit Yoga Pants with Pockets - Buttery-smooth, high-waisted, snug pockets. We have the violet.

Before you go: Make all the right money moves this season with these savvy holiday shopping strategies from the experts at NerdWallet Canada. Also, don’t forget to check out the latest episode of $HMONEY Radio for more advice. Thanks for tuning in. 💚

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