2020 Gift Guide: Intrigue's 50 Holiday Favorites

Updated: Jan 5, 2023

If you like it, then you should definitely put a bow on it!

by Jessica Toscano Dec 10, 2020

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Whether you’re doing some last-minute shopping for the people you care most about or you’re on the hunt for a little something — or a lot of something — for yourself, we’ve pieced together the hottest in lifestyle luxuries from very necessary self-care goodies to must-have fitness essentials, so you can take care of it all in one trip. It’s time to prep your credit and get to it.

BEAST

Cut down on waste with this classy bathroom trio created with the planet in mind. The vegan in your life will thank you with this brand’s reusable packaging, cruelty-free (and multipurpose!) formulas, and of course, vegan ingredients.

Amazon

If your other half enjoys a challenge, throw some gift wrap on this bold game for couples. Play just you and bae or challenge another duo to intimate questions and fun dares to discover which couple knows their partner best.

Hyascent

Boost their mood with this easy-to-use aromatherapy set, equipped with a year’s supply of fragrance and a coaster to host the diffuser’s elegant design.

Amazon

Whether they’re just getting into fitness or have been at it for years, this fitness and nutrition journal allows them to set and squash their goals.

Wandering Bear

They never again have to leave their home for cold brew with this at-home kit, equipped with a bag of extra strong coffee, because 2020.

Adonia Organics

Who wouldn’t love a hydrating serum that increases skin elasticity and lessens the appearance of wrinkles overnight? Oh, right. No one. Even better, this one is free of harsh ingredients, making it ideal to use no matter the temperature.

Public Goods

This vegan candle is a soothing addition to any dinner table, bath ledge, or nightstand, making it the ideal unwrap for anyone wishing to unwind.

Amazon

Water enthusiasts who need a little help meeting their daily intake will adore the achievable markers on this water jug that holds up to one gallon!

Pipcorn

Any host will fan over this Pipcorn trio six-pack with great flavor, good-for-you ingredients, and sustainable practices.

Way of Will

The essential oil fan in your life will dig this skin-loving body wash that radiates the skin and invigorates the senses.

Doctor Lip Bang's

Stocking stuff this tingly lip balm and ask your S/O to guess where on them your “buzzing” lips are going to land. That’s their real present.

Amazon

This near-zero-effort scalp massager will relax anyone after a few strokes.

Amazon

For those interested in measurements other than weight, this Bluetooth scale measures important figures like body fat percentage, water weight, muscle mass, and more, making it the ideal present for the fitness enthusiast you know and love.

Amazon

Four coffees of your choosing from Seattle’s 23 top, small batch-roasters will surely perk up the caffeine addict in your life.

Amazon

Nothing shows you care about their rest quite like high-quality silk.

Urban Outfitters

Make nights at home with your adventurous boo more interesting with the gift of sexploration aka this book of 365 sex positions.

Amazon

This night glow offers both room ambiance and cleaner airflow during heated winter nights.

Amazon

Gym-goer minimalists will love this reusable water bottle’s secret compartment for essentials.

Amazon

With this book, they can become a mixology master in their free time. Everyone will thank you for this one.

Amazon

Elevate a loved one’s bath experience with this antibacterial spa pillow designed to support both their neck and shoulders while they relax in the tub.

21. Lelo Lyla 2, $159

LELO

This gift is for you as much as it is for bae. One party controls the remote ~ simply by moving ~ (think strip-teasing) while the other vibrates to the brink of pleasure. Get ready to "shake, shake, shake, shake, a-shake it."

Jeff the 420 Chef

For the person in your life who lives in a 420-friendly state: This cannabis cookbook brings easy-to-make cannabis recipes to life.

Retrospec

Whether they’re into fitness routines or a form of meditation, this yoga mat is prepared to house it all. Plus, it’s available in 19 shades.

Amazon

Never let your giftee’s coffee grow cold again with this only-of-its-kind temperature control smart mug that stays warm for 1.5 hours on a single charge or all day with its charging coaster.

Kopari

Soften both your pout and another’s with this lip kit duo conceived for you and the person of your choosing. Both clear, ultra-hydrating, and non-sticky formulas are ideal for holiday sipping and mistletoe kissing.

Amazon

This sneaky gag gift is a sure way to make household chores more fun (and fair) for you and the roomie (or whomever). You’re welcome.

FORIA Wellness

Help a loved one de-stress from the hell that has been 2020 with the calming effects of CBD.

Los Cactus

These one-of-a-kind boxing gloves are manufactured from cactus leather — currently, one of the most realistic synthetic leathers on the market. Need we say more?

Amazon

Gift them a whole damn mixology kit, because who hasn’t tested their bartender skills at least once this year?

Taos AER

Stuff stockings with one or all three of these long-lasting, clean deodorant minis that are free of aluminum, parabens, and animal cruelty.

Amazon

If your adventurous babe also happens to be creative as f*ck, this adult coloring book of sex positions might just be the best gift ever.

Amazon

With six modes and interchangeable nodes, this is a cheap yet effective way to gift a socially-distanced massage.

SWAIR

Give the gift of greaseless hair sans residue and suds with this showerless shampoo, ideal for fitness junkies and outdoor enthusiasts whose post-workout mane could use a little pick-me-up.

Amazon

Any beer, cocktail, or soda lover will appreciate this silicone can holder that slips off just as quickly as it suctions on, making bath and shower sipping easy anywhere.

Adonia Organics

This gentle cleanser, free of sulfates and surfactants, contains 14 organic, anti-aging oils that effectively clean without lash or brow loss.

Amazon

Take Netflix and chill to the next level with this projector, a literal picture-perfect idea for a night under the stars.

Amazon

This luxurious cashmere set — including a blanket, socks, eye mask, and carry case — is a traveler’s companion, fit for luggage or transportation.

Manduka

If this someone you’re shopping for owns a fitness or yoga mat, this natural mat cleaner will surely refresh their mood. A few spritzes a day will keep the dirt and bacteria away!

39. Wine Condoms, $14.97 for a set of 6

Amazon

Because corks are confusing and toppers aren’t flexible, anyone who loves wine will love these six reusable rubbers that prevent spillage in all bottle positions.

Way of Will

For those with the utmost sensitive skin, gift this vanilla and mint-scented creamy combo of shea butter, coconut oil, and arrowroot powder to keep them smelling fresh and feeling smooth.

Exsens

A little Coco goes a long way with this silky intimate moisturizer, perfect for solo play, couple play, or as an everyday skin hydrator.

Target

The high-class duo in your life deserves this extravagant pair of electronic toothbrushes that'll look decadent in their bathroom.

Zippo

Who doesn’t need a hand warmer in the winter? This refillable Zippo is perfect for commuters, runners, and outdoor workers alike.

Amazon

Portable silverware (equipped with cleaning utensils!) means zero cutlery waste and a very happy giftee.

Czech & Speake

Give the gift of a luxurious nail grooming kit, equipped with eight hand-crafted tools that are coated in Teflon to increase durability and repel dirt and bacteria. Not to mention, this set comes in a sleek carrying case — an award-winning design — that makes it ideal for travel.

Rubi and Lib

Friends fans who were tested by the stay-at-home order with their partner: You need to gift this to babe because congrats, you two made it!

47. Friendship Lamps, $170 for a set of 2

Amazon

Staying in contact has never been so important. Show someone you’re thinking of them with the touch of a lamp. Buy two of these — one for you and the other to gift — and tap yours to ignite its counterpart whenever you want its owner to know they crossed your mind.

FOCL

Gift the power of CBD meets menthol with this soothing topical that immediately helps sore muscles recover.

Amazon

Never again will they forget eggs, milk, bread, or you for this thoughtful ~ and necessary ~ stocking stuffer.

Amazon

Whether they’re at home or away, a silk eye mask will help them achieve a better and more luxurious night’s rest.


Jessica Toscano

Jessica Toscano is the founder of IntrigueMag, covering health and fitness, sex and relationships, and more.

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