The best...holiday stress relievers

Parrs Thermal Mud Face Mask

Slather on this mask, made from mineral-rich New Zealand mud, for instant relaxation. It also helps keep stress-related breakouts

at bay.

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$21, kiwiproducts.co.nz

Source: Marie Claire

Fragonard Botanical Soap

Rich lathering soap from the famous French perfume company washes away tension with botanical oils and subtle fragrance.

$17, fragonard.com

Source: Oprah.com

Jo Malone Orange Blossom Home Candle

Light this luxurious candle, a favorite of model Kate Moss, and you’ll instantly change your mood

to peaceful.

$65, jomalone.com

Source: Marie Claire

Feeling Smitten Mini Cupcake Bombs

This amazingly realistic-looking treat transforms a bath into a spa-like experience, moisturizing your skin and filling the room with the scent of mimosa, mint, or coconut.

$5.50, feelingsmitten.com

Source: Oprah.com

Santal Massoïa Perfume

Hermès’s newest fragrance, named after a rare Indonesian wood, “has a fireplace warmth that’s gender-shareable the way a burly, cozy, pullover sweater is.”

$235, hermes.com

Source: W