Holiday Gift Guide
The 2026 Holiday Gift Guide
A little relief for the people who give you so much.
Start with the person. Pick who you’re shopping for and we’ll show you what they’ll actually use. Every balm here was formulated by a board-certified neurologist and goes on in seconds.
Who’s it for?
Tap a person to jump to their picks.
From people just like the ones on your list
They’ll love it. Here’s how we know.
2,600+ reviews on our site. Here’s what people who gave it, and got it, had to say. You’ll find more from runners, moms and grandparents below.
“Received as a Christmas gift and I love it. Ordered a second and will order again when that runs out!”
Deirdre D., Original Miracle Balm“This was a gift for a coworker and she loved it!”
Danielle B., Recovery Balm
And if they don’t love it, we’ll make it right.Every order, gifts included, is covered by our 100% Happiness Guarantee.
For the runner
They log the miles. Give them the post-run ritual.
Recovery Balm is the one runners keep in the gym bag. A twist-up goes on clean over calves, knees and feet, so it actually gets used after every run.
Write in the card“For every early alarm and every last mile.”
Recovery Balm, 2.5 oz twist-up
Tosses in a gym bag. Goes on mess-free over calves and knees.
Athlete Essentials Toolkit
Recovery Balm for after, Original Miracle Balm for chafe-prone spots before.
“This makes my chronically cranky ankles and tight calves so happy after a long run. A staple part of my post-run ritual!”
Ayesha S.“My daughter is a swimmer and loves this stuff to ease her muscles and quench her dry skin.”
Jennifer J., Recovery Balm
For the mom who has everything
She has every candle. She doesn’t have ten quiet minutes.
The Ritual Set pairs Magnesium Balm with a hand-carved Bian stone gua sha. It’s the gift that turns the end of her day into something just for her. Nobody else in magnesium makes a set like it.
Write in the card“For the ten minutes you never take for yourself.”
Magnesium + Gua Sha Ritual Set
Magnesium Balm twist-up and a body gua sha stone. Jar version $150.
Magnesium Balm, 8 oz jar
The nightstand jar, with a wooden paddle. Lasts for months.
“I love my Gua Sha. I have been using it on my face and body daily. I am very happy with my purchase.”
Mandy P., Bian Stone Gua Sha“I use the miracle balm for almost everything and it smells great. Bug potion is the best too and my kids love both.”
Beth T.
For the dad who wants nothing
“I don’t need anything.” Here’s what he’ll use every night anyway.
One big jar for the shoulders, back and knees that did the yard work. No fuss, no fragrance overload, a wooden paddle so his hands stay clean.
Write in the card“You said you didn’t need anything. I didn’t listen.”
Recovery Balm, 8 oz jar
Our biggest size. Rub it in after a long day on his feet.
Ultimate Relaxation Bundle
Magnesium Balm 8 oz jar plus handmade Charcoal Soap. Ships free.
For the nurse on 12-hour shifts
For the hands that wash 100 times a shift, and the feet that stand through it.
Original Miracle Balm lives in a scrub pocket for dry, over-washed hands. Magnesium Balm is for the feet once the shoes come off.
Write in the card“For the hands that take care of everyone else.”
Original Miracle Balm, 2.5 oz twist-up
Our first balm. Rich, gentle, made for dry hands.
Magnesium Balm, 2.5 oz twist-up
Feet up, shoes off, balm on. No sting, no grit.
“As a nurse… with washing my hands frequently my hands were in terrible shape. I’ve been applying this balm every night and love the results.”
Joni S., nurse“I used this… every day of a 10 day race. My feet were in great condition on day 10, in spite of spending hours in ankle deep mud.”
Erica S., Magnesium Balm
For the grandparents
For after a whole day of chasing the grandkids.
Simple to open, simple to use. The jar is easy on stiff hands and the twist-up stays by the reading chair.
Write in the card“For all the chasing, lifting and spoiling.”
Original Miracle Balm, 8 oz jar
For dry winter hands, elbows and heels. Wooden paddle included.
Recovery Balm, 2.5 oz twist-up
For shoulders and knees after a busy day. Together the pair ships free.
“I use Recovery Balm for sore shoulder and muscles after a busy day with grandkids.”
Kathryn D., Recovery Balm“I use it all over my body. At 78 years people think I look great.”
Aletha H., Original Miracle Balm
For the kids
Give bedtime a shape: bath, book, balm.
Magnesium Kids adds a two-minute, hands-on step to the end of the day. The Duo means one stick for them and one for you, so it becomes a routine you share.
Write in the card“For our nightly bath, book and balm.”
Family Wind-Down Duo
Magnesium Balm and Magnesium Kids, both 2.5 oz. Ships free.
Magnesium Kids, 2.5 oz twist-up
Made for little ones’ bedtime routine. Mini $15 for stockings.
For yourself
You did all the shopping. This one’s yours.
The 8 oz Magnesium jar is a customer favorite. Keep it on the nightstand for the end of a long December day.
Write in the card“To me, from me. Well earned.”
Magnesium Balm, 8 oz jar
Max magnesium chloride that absorbs completely. No sting, no grit.
Best Sellers, pocket size
Recovery, Original Miracle and Magnesium minis. Great for travel too.
Keep one, give one
Two Magnesium Balm sticks. One for them, one for you.
Everyone who gives Magnesium Balm ends up wanting one. Buy the pair and the order ships free.
Shop by price
Every budget, every name on the list.
Tap any gift to add it to your cart. Orders of $75 or more ship free.
$15 and underStockings, teachers, coworkers
Lip Logic $10
Lip Logic + Clear Zinc $12
Original Miracle mini $13
Recovery mini $15
Magnesium Kids mini $15
Baby Balm mini $15$35 and underFriends, hosts, secret Santa
Best Sellers, pocket size $30
On-The-Go Toolkit $30
Premium Dry Brush $35Under $50Siblings, best friends
Magnesium 2.5 oz $42Under $100Parents, partners. Free shipping on orders $75+.
Magnesium 8 oz jar $56
Athlete Essentials Toolkit $75
Ultimate Relaxation Bundle $75
Family Wind-Down Duo $76
Keep one, give one $84The splurgeFor the one you really love
Ritual Set, twist-up $135
Ritual Set, 8 oz jar $150
Why give Dr. Doug’s
A real neurologist made it. For his patients first.
“I made a magnesium balm for my clinic patients and for myself first. I wanted to formulate a product unlike others on the market: the max amount of magnesium chloride possible that would absorb in completely, no sting, no grit, and a handful of clean ingredients.”
Dr. Doug Strobel, MD, board-certified neurologist and founder
- TopicalRub it in where you need it
- No sting, no gritAbsorbs completely
- American-madeSmall batches, short ingredient lists
Arrives by Christmas
Order by these dates for delivery by Dec 24.
We pack every order by hand in Carmel, Indiana, and ship every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Order by 11:59 pm ET on the date below.
| Order by | Shipping method | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 15 | Free shipping ($75+), USPS Ground Advantage, UPS Ground and Ground Saver | Ships Wed, Dec 16. Our last free-shipping date for Christmas |
| Thu, Dec 17 | USPS Priority Mail, UPS 3 Day Select | Ships Fri, Dec 18 |
| Sun, Dec 20 | UPS 2nd Day Air | Ships Mon, Dec 21 |
| Tue, Dec 22 | UPS Next Day Air | Ships Wed, Dec 23 |
| Anytime | Digital gift card | Delivered by email in minutes, even on Christmas Eve |
Alaska, Hawaii and APO/FPO addresses: please order by Dec 9. Dates are based on carrier holiday guidance and aren’t a guarantee.
Questions
Gifting, answered
Can I ship a gift straight to someone?
Yes. Enter their address as the shipping address at checkout and we’ll send it straight to them.
What if they don’t love it?
Every order is covered by our 100% Happiness Guarantee. Reach out to us and we’ll make it right.
Which balm should I pick if I’m not sure?
Start with Magnesium Balm. It was our #1 gift last December. For a runner or anyone who’s on their feet, pick Recovery Balm. Still stuck? Send a gift card and let them choose.
How big are the sizes?
The 0.5 oz mini fits a pocket or stocking. The 2.5 oz twist-up is about palm length, 1.8 in. wide and 4 in. tall. The 8 oz jar is wide and low, 3.5 in. across, and comes with a wooden paddle.
Is it OK for kids?
Magnesium Kids was made for children’s bedtime routines, ages 3 and up. Under 3? Ask your pediatrician first. Baby Balm is our gentlest formula for little ones.
Still deciding? Let them choose.
A Dr. Doug’s gift card arrives by email in minutes, from $10 to $200.
Dr. Doug’s balms are topical balms for massage and skin nourishment. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.