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1. A Nightmare Before Christmas mini cross-stitch kit for your crafty friend who would love nothing more than to *live like Jack and Sally* and take a mental break from their real life.
2. A carbonated bubble clay mask with over 6,000 5-star reviews that starts to bubble once it's applied — get one for you and each of your roomies and prepare for a fun night filled with stress-evaporating giggles (all the while banishing your blackheads).
3. A Two Minute Mornings journal complete with gratitude prompts they can use to start the day off on a positive note (even BEFORE coffee, can you imagine!?).
4. Or a mug warmer, because every day is a little bit brighter when it includes a hot cup of coffee rather than a lukewarm one.
5. Acne-absorbing cover patches that'll blend in with any skin tone and are gentle enough for any skin type, so they can go about their day without worrying that it looks like they're growing a second head on their face.
6. How To Bake, a cookbook from The Great British Baking Show's Paul Hollywood to encourage your buddy to take a break from thinking about whatever is stressing them out to bake something delicious.
7. A three-wick candle from Bath & Body Works featuring their favorite seasonal scent, guaranteed to make them smile from ear-to-ear.
8. A 10-motor massage mat with a lumbar area that can heat up to 140 degrees in less than eight minutes! It has three vibration intensity levels to choose from... you honestly might want to keep this one for yourself.
9. A set of SpongeBob face masks that'll have the two of you rolling on the floor laughing while singing "F is for friends who do stuff togetherrrrr."
10. An inexpensive cold brew maker — a must-have for your stressed-out BFF who'll really appreciate having a pick-me-up on hand.
11. Bread Hair Oil to add some gloss to 3a-4c curls (and fast!) by using Australian Kakadu plum. It'll also make hair shinier without making it feel greasy, which is #Goals.
12. Or a Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer Hot Air Brush to remove any unnecessary stress from their morning routine (even if they're just trying to make a nice impression on a video call).
13. A hypoallergenic moisturizer they can use to kick off a skincare routine that'll make them feel a little more *in control* which I think we'd all appreciate during this chaotic time.
14. A subscription to Book of the Month because there are few things as soothing to a bibliophile as cracking open a hardcover book. Mmm I can smell the freshly printed pages already.
15. An ice roller, which is said to help decrease under-eye puffiness, minimize fine lines, and shrink the look of pores — as well as to relieve headaches and sore muscles. Their skin will thank you.
16. Tea bags for the bathtub that'll turn your pal's bath water a lovely shade of purple, fill it with luscious bubbles, and create a soothing aroma that'll make them completely forget they were stressed.
17. Or a set of bath bombs they can toss into the tub to unwind after a particularly stressful day and watch their worries ~fizzle~ away.
18. A smart portable pack of soap sheets so your loved one will never find themselves panicking in a public bathroom that *just* ran out of soap (especially during times like these!).
19. The Spells Deck, filled with cards of charms, remedies, and rituals for self-care they can shuffle through while humming "I Put A Spell On You" and likely frightening their parents.
20. A rapid egg cooker they can use to whip up a delicious and filling breakfast to start their day off on the right foot.
21. A roll-on migraine stick to nip their pain in the bud before it gets out of hand and ruins a perfectly good day.
22. A sloth-shaped tea infuser for lazy Sunday mornings when they should be taking things *slow*.
23. A Tile Pro tracker so you'll never have to hear then stressing out asking "have you seen my keys?" ever again.
24. A 12-inch foam roller they'll surprisingly get a lot of use of even if they aren't a gym rat. It's perfect for loosening the muscles in your back/legs after sitting at a desk all day (or stress-induced tension).
25. Velvet hangers that may seem like a boring gift but'll transform their closet from one that says "hot mess" to "oh yes."
26. A "rest and restore" kit complete with a satin scrunchie, a lip balm, a face mist, and sleep face mask to help them unwind before bed.
27. A car seat gap filler, so they'll never have to fret about dropping their phone or a rogue french fry into a seemingly endless abyss never to be found again.
28. A knit weighted blanket unlike any you've probably seen before — it's weighted naturally with a layering technique instead of with artificial filling. And it looks SO snuggly!
29. A "flower pot" powder blush from Drew Barrymore's makeup line to put some color into the cheeks of any Charlie's Angels fan and give 'em an extra reason to cheer up.
30. A bottle of Mavala Stop with a bitter (but harmless!) taste to help your bestie not only kick their cuticle-biting habit, but leave them with gorgeous long nails. They'll have Cardi B-like claws in no time!
31. A crew neck to help them express their entire 2020 mood — a skeleton sippin' on some coffee. It's just as relatable as it is comfortable!
32. A scratch paper art set that'll take your bestie right back to your elementary school days but also provide a fun way to de-compress after a stressful day.
33. Cute cat index tabs that'll bring a smile to your friend's face — even if they're overwhelmed and flipping through important work documents.
34. A monogrammed mug with a beautiful floral design from Rifle Paper Co. they can sip some soothing tea out of to calm their uptight mood.
35. Dr. Teal's body lotion, filled with soothing essential oils, shea butter, coconut butter, and vitamin E to help them relax even if they had an absolutely terrible day.
36. A stainless-steel ring that doubles as a fidget spinner that'll help keep your best friend calm, cool, and collected in stressful times.
37. A morbid patch your always-stressed friend with a good sense of humor will want to add to their denim jacket before they even finish reading the card you sent along with it.
38. A We Are Knitters snood for any Cozy Queen who would really benefit from crafting a warm accessory instead of scrolling through their phone.
39. A massage roller they can use to apply acupressure on the bothersome parts of their feet to make them feel fantastic before heading off to bed. It's so easy to use they can roll away without taking their eyes off of the latest season of The Crown.
40. A bar of soap infused with a crystal your pal will find so enchanting whether they use it zen out in the shower or keep on their desk for decor.
41. A throw pillowcase cover to make them giggle or provide them with a place to scream without their neighbors hearing. Goodbye, pent-up aggression.
42. A teeny tiny Magic 8 Ball your indecisive bestie can use to make decisions on the spot without overthinking it. Should you both stay in bed this weekend? All signs point to yes.
43. A collapsible Stojo cup they can use to bring their fave hot beverage on their morning walk then simply squish it down and pop it into their bag without a worry it won't be able to fit.
44. A beautifully crafted 450-piece puzzle for your forever stressed-out friend, perfect for helping them unwind after a day filled with unpleasantries.
45. A punny greeting card you can count on to make them smile even if they've been extremely cranky and frustrated lately (honestly, who isn't?).
46. A supportive bath pillow, a must-have for anyone who desperately needs to soak the stress of their day away.
47. A Beauty of Horror coloring book anyone would find to be simply goregeous and a great way to burn off some stress.
48. Friends-themed Monopoly they can play on a Friday night for a stress-free evening that'll also let them relive memories of their favorite TV show.
49. A mini plushie filled with lavender and buckwheat grain your friend will be able to heat up for warmth and relaxation or pop in the freezer if they need to cool off. And it's so darn cute!
50. A "Schitts and Giggs" candle for the David to your Alexis, complete with a crackling wood wick that'll help them unwind and feel like they're relaxing by a real fireplace.
51. A set of 25 squishy toys designed literally to help relieve stress so you can keep one for yourself and distribute to your equally-stressed coworkers.
52. And a "Worry Eater" to help your friend conquer their stressors and move forward with their day.
If all else fails, they might just appreciate a nice phone call or FaceTime sesh to catch up!
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