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Danielle’s 2025 Christmas Gift Guide: Favorite Things

‘Tis the season, friends! ✨ Welcome to my annual Christmas gift guide—a curated collection of the very best products I’ve discovered this year. This insider roundup reflects the items I use daily, from skincare to hair care, lifestyle picks, books, and even some mindful sipping.


Pro tip: Order by December 1 for guaranteed holiday delivery! 🎁


Skincare & Wellness


Whipped Tallow

Beef Tallow
Frankincense, Cedarwood & Lemongrass is my favorite scent!

This fluffy miracle cream is my ride-or-die for morning and night. I use it as a face and body lotion, a natural sunscreen base, and (bonus hack) a hair mask for frazzled ends. Rich in skin-identical lipids, it locks in hydration without clogging pores.

How-To:

  • Apply a dime-sized amount to clean face.

  • Can be used as SPF

  • Once a week, slather on mid-lengths as a 15-min hair mask.


Norse Organics Anti-Age & Glow



What began as a fix for my son’s teenage acne quickly became my nightly glow ritual. Lightweight, plant-based, and breakout-friendly, it layers perfectly under moisturizer.

Usage Tip: 2–3 drops after cleansing and toner. Seal it in with moisturizer (or tallow!) for the glow of your dreams.


Frownies Patches

frownies.com | $20–$30

Think: Botox’s non-invasive cousin. These overnight patches act like a gentle cast for your face. Yes, they feel quirky at first—but waking up to smoother forehead lines? Priceless.

Hack: Warm the patch between fingers before applying so it molds like a dream.Holiday PSA: Snag seasonal multipacks before Nov 15.


MoonBrew Sleep Aid

moonbrew.co | $40–$60

This dreamy blend of adaptogens + nootropics is basically a lullaby in a cup. I fall asleep faster, stay asleep, and wake up without that zombie fog.

Evening Ritual: Mix into warm almond milk, dim the lights, and read a few pages. Bliss.


Primal Queen Beef Organ Superfood

primalqueen.com | $60–$80

Not your average supplement—but oh, the results. Since starting, I’ve lost 18 lbs, balanced my hormones, and felt a serious energy boost.

Pairing Tip: Blend into your morning smoothie or matcha for stealth nutrition.


Hair Care


Nutrafol Hair Growth Supplement

nutrafol.com | $80–$100/month

Forty is around the corner, and yes—my hair noticed first. Enter Nutrafol. Within 3 months, my strands were thicker, longer, and even teenager-approved.

Routine: Take daily with a meal + snap monthly selfies for motivation.


Olaplex Repair System

olaplex.com | $28–$50

Blondes, rejoice. This bond-building wizardry repairs and prevents damage, leaving hair luminous instead of fried.

Styling Hack: Apply No. 6 leave-in to damp hair pre-air dry = instant shine.


Lifestyle & Fashion


Best Day Brewing Hazy IPA (Non-Alcoholic)

bestdaybrewing.com | $15–$20 (6-pack)

My husband and I went sober curious this year, and this hazy NA IPA became our river-day MVP. Cloudy, juicy, refreshing—zero buzz required.

Bundle Idea: 6-pack + cooler tote = perfect summer-ready gift.


Sorted Boutiques & Enchante

Stillwater gems that nail on-trend meets timeless. I love gifting statement sweaters, scarves, or simply a boutique gift card paired with a fave seasonal pick.


Quay Sunglasses

quay.com | Under $150

My love language? Oversized frames. Quay nails affordable fashion-forward sunnies—bonus: their holiday bundles are a steal.


Reading & Inspiration

  • Series of the Year: Court of Thorns and Roses—if you haven’t read it, I’m jealous of your first journey into Prythian.

  • Home Inspo: Darling Society taupe table napkins (darlingsociety.com) sparked my whole fall/winter palette shift.

  • Wellness Read: Sober Curious by Ruby Warrington—changed how I view alcohol and mindful living.


Gift Pairing Ideas

🎁 Boat Day Essentials: Quay Sunnies + Best Day Hazy IPA + UV scarf from Sorted.

🎁 Self-Care Sunday: Whipped Tallow + MoonBrew + cozy Enchante loungewear.

🎁 Hair Hero Kit: Olaplex No. 3 + Nutrafol subscription + silk scrunchie.


FAQ

Q: Best natural skincare gifts? A: Whipped Tallow + Norse Organics Anti-Age & Glow.

Q: Are Frownies really like Botox? A: Think “facial training wheels.” No needles, just consistency.

Q: Which NA beer tastes real? A: Best Day Brewing’s Hazy IPA = the juicy, hoppy real deal.


Closing Note

Happy holidays from me (Danielle at Style & Structure)! May your season be merry, bright, and beautifully curated. Drop your favorite holiday find in the comments—or come hang with me on Instagram @styleandstructuremn.


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