Gift cards are the perfect last minute gift and you don’t even have to wrap it! If you still have time to pick up a gift for a loved one you’ll be seeing after Christmas, consider getting them something unique and wonderful like a Double Wrap Bracelets with Multi Sized Studs!

The holiday season is one of indulgence.  Lots of big family meals, special treats, fancy desserts.  So what to do if you’re watching your weight, or have special dietary restrictions?

Oh Nuts! is a candy company that far goes above and beyond the usual selection of common candy.  I was really excited to see their selection of Sugar Free Candy.  One member of my family has a health-based need to minimize sugar intake this year, and the rest of us are trying to lose a few pounds.  Of course, this doesn’t mean we want to give up our holiday treats and snacks altogether!

Oh Nuts! features five main categories of Sugar Free Candy:  Wrapped, Unwrapped, Chocolate, Gum, and Gifts!  So if you have a diabetic or otherwise restricted friend or relative, you can still send them an indulgent gift without endangering their health.  And if you’ve got a snacker who won’t comply with their “health rules,” start stocking some of these goodies instead of the usual grocery store fare!

Gum is a great stocking stuffer, and I’m particularly intrigued by the selection of “Must” brand gum featured on Oh Nuts!.  Flavors include:  Peppermint, Spearmint, Fruit, Cherry, Orange, Mango Peach, Whitening, and Kids Fruit.  I’m a big gum chewer, so I’d be happy to unwrap some Must this Christmas!

While I haven’t tried any sugar free gum yet, Oh Nuts! did send me several sugar free selections to review.  After much debate, I chose the Salt Water Taffy, De’ Mint Truffles, and Viennese Crunch.

Assortment includes:  Strawberry, Banana, Pineapple, Chocolate, and Vanilla.  $5.99/lb.

Everyone in my family loves taffy!  It’s usually a treat we bring home from Maine vacations, but I thought it would be a nice surprise for Christmas!  The taffy is delicious and has a wonderful texture, just don’t eat too much – according to Oh Nuts!, “excessive consumption may cause a laxative effect in sensitive individuals.”

“You won’t find a tastier truffle delight than our sugar free De’Mint Truffle, packing a wallop of flavor and completely no sugar.  This is a special chocolate for those who seek the refreshing taste of mint and dark chocolate.  $12.99/lb”

Chocolate is something I couldn’t bare to give up, and the mint in these truffles is a perfect pairing!  Wonderfully delicious and totally satisfying.

“You’ll have to restock quickly on these irresistible crowd pleasers!  Our sugar free Viennese Crunch bars offer the outstanding taste of our classic Viennese Crunch, with the added benefit of being sugar free.  Viennese Crunch bars disappear in the blink of an eye; they are that scrumptious, so we suggest ordering extra so you don’t run out.”

Smooth, creamy chocolate is wonderful…  but way too easy to overeat, even when it’s sugar free!  I find that adding a crunch to my candy makes me feel satisfied faster, as having to chew more really makes me feel like I’m eating!  The Viennese Crunch is a perfect mix of sweet chocolate and crunch!

Of course, if you and your loved ones don’t have any dietary restrictions, Oh Nuts! has plenty of candy for you, too!  Check out their vast selection of Christmas and Hannukah gifts and goodies to cover all your sweet needs!

Burt’s Bees Tingling Treats Gift Set

“Nothing says holidays like peppermint! So we combined a few of our favorite minty little things in this gift collection that pampers from head to toe. And even better, this set offers a $4.00 savings compared to items purchased separately. Give this invigorating collection or just enjoy it yourself!  $19.99″

CONTAINS:

Beeswax Lip Balm
Fabulously Fresh Peppermint & Rosemary Body Bar
Fabulously Fresh Peppermint & Rosemary Body Wash
Peppermint Foot Lotion

Burt’s Bees Polka Dot Perfect Mani-Pedi Gift Set

“All the full-sized products and tools you need for a luxurious mani-pedi are wrapped up with an adorable polka dot carrier this holiday season.   You’ll save $7.00 compared with purchasing these products separately, and even better, you also get an adorable bag stuffed w/ 2 cuticle sticks and a nail file!  So hands and feet can look perfectly polished, wherever your holiday travels take you. Treat yourself or a loved one to this pampering gift!  $19.99″

CONTAINS:

Almond Milk Beeswax Hand Creme
Coconut Foot Creme
Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme
Replenishing Lip Balm with Pomegranate Oil
Bee Nail File
2 Cuticle Sticks
Red & White Polka Dot Bag

Burt’s Bees Favorite Things Gift Set

“We have so many favorite things, it was hard to pick just four for this gift!   This festive holiday kit includes the top-rated favorites to cleanse, moisturize and protect skin from winter weather–and enjoy, all year long.   Plus, you’ll save $7.00 with the purchase of this set compared to purchasing the products individually. Our favorite thing is that we’re passing along an even better value to you! $19.99″

CONTAINS:

Beeswax Lip Balm
Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme
Naturally Nourishing Milk & Honey Body Lotion
Soap Bark & Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream

Burt’s Bees Mini Lip Gloss Set

“Drench your lips in moisture and beautiful sheer color gloss. These hydrating natural lip glosses are flavored with citrus oils for a kiss of fresh-squeezed flavor. $12.99″

Burt’s Bees Natural Skin Care For Men, Essentials Travel Kit

“Look and feel your natural best wherever you go with skin care formulas sized for travel. Take them with you to cleanse, moisturize, shave and invigorate your skin with natural botanicals including Sunflower, Coconut, Cyprus and Fir oils, Aloe and Vitamin E.  $13.99″

CONTAINS:

Natural Skin Care for Men Cologne
Natural Skin Care for Men Aftershave
Natural Skin Care for Men Shave Cream
Natural Skin Care for Men Bar Soap
Natural Skin Care for Men Body Wash
Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm

I was sent a sample for review.  I’m a long time fan of Burt’s Bees products and will be including them in my holiday gift-giving this year, as always!  The lip balm with pomegranate is a favorite, and the peppermint foot cream is a close second!

Perfect for your brother, father, boyfriend – or any other hard to shop for man in your life!

“Protect one of your most valuable players, your lips!  This powerful lip balm features organic ingredients, SPF 15 for ultimate protection and a blend of organic hydrators to nourish and moisturize.  A soft, non-waxy formulation, T.K.O. POW! RIGHT IN THE KISSER! contains one of each:  Italian Ice (Wild Cherry) and Iced Out (Spearmint).  $6.”

Lip balm is a perfect stocking stuffer, or an adorable add-on to a bigger present!  They also make a sweet gift for teachers or coworkers – Secret Santa, perhaps?

“This earth-friendly nailcare set shows respect for the planet.  Made with recycled stainless steel which saves energy and reduces waste.  File is made from bamboo and eco paper.  Contains:  Stainless Steel Scissors, Stainless Steel Nipper, Eco Paper Nail File, Stainless Steel Tweezers, Bamboo Cuticle Wood Sticks.  $14″

If your dude’s into manscaping, or you’re trying to give a gentle nudge towards better nail care, check out the Recycled Nail Care 7 Piece Set!

“A dynamic fragrance that’s packed with energy, LEO combines sparkling citrus top notes of mandarin, bergamot, lemon, and neroli with sheer accents of herbal lavender, musk, and jasmine.  $38.”

Fragrance is a wonderful gift for your guy, especially if he needs a little boost in the scent department.  He’ll be thrilled to wear a scent you picked, and the bonus for you – it’s a scent you picked!  And if Leo doesn’t sound like it’s right for you and your man, check out Jock’s other scents!

I was sent a sample for review and am thrilled with the quality and fun of Jock Soap’s products!

Not just for active gals, Lucky Legs has done wonders for reviving my stiff legs after a long day of sitting at the computer.

This is the jackpot of rescue remedies to help relieve your hard-working legs and feet when they are just exhausted, swollen, heavy and in need of intense refreshment. A mini-spa treatment that glides on to instantly cool and ease weary limbs from knees to tippy toes.

Clinically tested ingredients leave you with feather-light legs, reducing discomfort and helping circulation. You will also notice a super-subtle sparkly-shimmer on your shins; this is the ultimate knees-up for your knees down!

I was so happy to get the opportunity to review Lucky Legs and couldn’t wait to receive my complimentary tube. It sat on my desk for about a week before I remembered it was there, and I finally noticed it and decided to give it a try last night.

The subtle sparkle is fabulous… I wanted to slather this all over my whole body after I saw how pretty my legs looked all shimmery!! It felt lovely on my legs for a few moments… enough to give me the sense of calming relief. And the scent is what relaxed me the most I think… although it did remind me of toothpaste. Overall I did notice a sense of relief in my legs that were, quite frankly, sore and tired from not getting enough activity that day. Sitting at a desk all day isn’t as relaxing as it sounds…

I think this would make a great stocking stuffer this Christmas or a great addition to a gift basket. It’s also nice to have on hand for when you feel like relaxing and treating yourself to a little “me time”.

$19.50 on mamamio.com

FREE standard shipping on this item!

Maintaining a loving relationship depends as much on spiritual and emotional contact as it does on physical intimacy. Massage Practice for Couples encourages people to bring healing touch into their daily lives through therapeutic massage — a form of physical communication that encourages trust and understanding. Working with her partner, certified massage therapist Michelle Kluck takes you through two full-body massages — one for men and one for women — although both partners can benefit from any or all of the techniques. You’ll discover new ways to touch each other using Swedish massage techniques — a great way for two people to unwind and reconnect at the end of a long day.

Purchase Massage Practice: Couples DVD from Gaiam.com for $14.98

Pink Mascara, where fashion trends are established; not followed is helping the Recessionista with fashionable Holiday finds for under $100! Pink Mascara has all your cheap n’ chic items this season from famed brands line Melinda Maria Jewelry, J.J. Winters, Free People, Wildfox, Lauren Moshi, Kain, House of Harlow, Linea Pelle, Top Secret, and Pleasure Doing Business. Whether you are looking for a great stocking stuffer, Gift exchange item, or Hanukah present, Pink Mascara has all your holiday needs!

Shop www.pinkmascara.com

“Sarah’s Choice”, the new pro-life movie from PureFlix Entertainment starring Grammy Award winner Rebecca St. James.

This is a great movie for the whole family. Wholesome, heart-warming, and a must-see for all young women.

Synopsis:

Sarah Collins is a young woman on the elevator of success. As a junior account executive at a major advertising agency, Sarah is poised to get it all: executive promotion, salary increase, new car, fabulous apartment and first-class travel. There’s only one thing that is standing in her way, an unexpected pregnancy.

Sarah has a choice. Her friends and co-workers insist that she has the right to choose a path that offers a successful career and unlimited rewards. Others advise Sarah of another choice a choice that will not only change her life but also the lives of her loved ones now and forever.

Sarah’s Choice is a film that offers compelling moral reasons to choose life.

It’s the perfect gift for your daughter, grand daughter or any young woman on your Christmas list!

Purchase “Sarah’s Choice” on Amazon.com for $15.99

Sisters, nieces, daughters, oh my!  What to buy?  I present to you the solution, and might I add, the greatest innovation in tween beauty I’ve seen to date – YoYo Lip Gloss!

“This retractable gloss surpasses every gal’s dream of makeup that goes the distance with you, literally.  Simply clip it on (to anything, any time, anywhere), then swipe it on for lip-smacking shine, sensational shimmer, and sweet, sassy color and flavor.  Fabulous!”

I was super excited to get samples of YOYO Lipgloss, even though I’m all grown up (supposedly).  The colors are sweet, the smell is delicious, and the gloss is shiny – top marks all around!  Of course, what really attracted me to YOYO is the design!

For young girls and tweens, lip gloss is a Big Deal.  And losing it?  An even bigger one!  So how genius is this design, with a clip that can fit on a back pack, belt, or purse strap?  Even with all the pockets in my handbag, I’m constantly losing my cosmetics into the deep blue yonder.  Keychain lip glosses get tossed around too much, and often beat up or broken.  But a gloss that can go anywhere?  That’s what I’m talkin’ about!

AND, the deal is even sweeter with the retractable cord – now not only will your little lady will know where her gloss is, but she’ll be able to apply it without a hassle!  No searching, no unhooking or rehooking – just pull, swipe, and go!  That’s how all makeup should be, but even more so for little beauty queens.

YOYO Lip Gloss is available in an array reminiscent of my favorite snacks:  Bodacious Blueberry, Big Bounce Bubblegum, Kissable Kiwi, Crazy Cotton Candy, Cha-Cha Chocolate, Girly Green Apple, Power Packing Pineapple, and Super Strawberry Cheesecake.  Large glosses are $4.99, while the retractable minis are only $2.99.

I suggest using these adorable glosses as stocking stuffers, or clipping one or two onto the strap of a brand new purse!  And if you’re buying for a crowd of little girls (like lots of nieces, or the mini fashionistas you babysit), a single gloss per girl will make a thoughtful gift that won’t break the bank!

PS – By Spring 2010, YOYO will be adding lip balm, zipper gloss accessories, lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, and nail polish…  All the fun products your budding beauty will need (okay, or just want).  For updates, follow @yoyolipgloss on Twitter.

Together, these ingredients are formulated to provide the best anti-oxidant care for your lips. This balm is absolutely delicious… Just imagine strawberries dipped in warm chocolate fondue… Hungry yet?

These cute little jars of lip balm are on sale for only $2.00 and make the perfect Christmas stocking stuffer!!! You can also try Earth Delight Devil’s Food Chocolate Organic Lip Balm for $2.99.

Purchase the lip balm and other cruelty-free products are available on www.madefromearth.com.