All The Wellbeing Products We Tried & Loved In December
December 31, 2021BruceDayneAt least once a week, the writers and editors on Refinery29's Life team get into a long Slack conversation about some cool new item that's been absolutely saving or changing or elevating our lives. So we decided to share the wealth, and highlight some of our favorite products each month.
Here's what we found ourselves eating, drinking, carrying, wearing, and decorating our apartments with all December long.
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Casa Rica Tequila Rosado
"As somebody who tastes, reviews, and curates alcohol as part of my job, it's hard for any alcoholic drink to surprise me — let alone spark a new sense of creativity. But the Casa Rica Tequila Rosado does just that. It's made me think about the color of my cocktails in a whole new way, without compromising taste. For the most part, it tastes like a silver tequila, with an extra juicy edge and makes for the most beautiful cocktails. Elevating even the plainest tequila soda, this tequila will be a staple for all my holiday entertaining for years to come." — Hannah Rimm, Editor
Casa Rica Tequila Casa Rica Tequila Rosado, $, available at Drizly
Meiomi x Social Studies Table Setting
"Since moving into a new apartment in June, I've been meticulously replacing everything from rugs to throw pillows to my bed frame, working to make my place feel more like a forever home. The one thing I struggled to commit to, was the perfect dining set for entertaining. I love my new home and I foresee many a dinner party over the years, so finding the right set of plates, silverware, and glasses has been a priority. I'm not going to lie, this set, which comes with everything you need from plates to bowls to wine glasses to the literal wine, is a splurge item for sure, but for everything you get and the absolute quality and beauty, it's distinctly worth the price tag. Plus, the Meiomi Cabernet Sauvignon is the perfect mix of rich and juicy, excellent for welcoming guests or enjoying alone." —HR
Meiomi Meiomi x Social Studies Table Setting, $, available at Meiomi
Sunday Citizen Casablanca Throw
"I live for a good throw and with this newest variant running rampant, having my home be as cozy as possible is a priority. I love all the colors this one comes in and I love that it's machine washable. It's soft and comfy and the exact right kind of warm for winter." —HR
Sunday Citizen Casablanca Throw, $, available at Sunday Citizen
OXB Figaro Chain
"When it comes to jewelry, I want pieces I can wear all of the time without having to worry about wear and tear or breakage, whether I'm attending an event or going for a hike. I really like how this chain sits on my neck and the sweatproof technology means I can wear it as a daily staple without having to worry about it rusting or turning green." —HR
Figaro Figaro Chain, $, available at OXB
Dr. Barbara Sturm Lip Balm 3G
"Although the winter weather outside hasn't been as frightful as it's been some years (sadly, in part, due to the effects of human-induced climate change), I've still been dealing with cold-temperature troubles like dry skin and chapped lips. Thankfully, this lip balm from my favorite skincare line has been coming in clutch. Containing Vitamin E, plant-based oils, shea butter, and beeswax, it's super hydrating, but the ingredients aren't harsh. While some chapsticks have been known to make me break out around my lip line, I've never had that problem with this product after using it for the past two winters. It's now a staple in my purse — about as essential as my phone and face mask." — Molly Longman, Senior Staff Writer
Dr. Barbara Sturm Dr. Barbara Sturm Lip Balm 3G, $, available at Dr. Barbara Sturm
Esther Perel’s Where Should We Begin: A Game of Stories
"With Omicron spreading quickly across the U.S., I'm preparing for the fact I may need to hunker down in the new year with my old COVID-19 pod. And this delightful deck of story-telling prompt cards may become a staple of our future game nights. Created by renowned relationship and sexuality expert Esther Perel, the game is designed for reconnecting and getting intimate during an era of isolation. As Perel told former R29er Kristin Iversen in an interview, sometimes you'll have "people who actually think they know each other extremely well, but when you have the right questions, you realize there's so much more to learn." This game proclaims to ask such questions through creative "Prompt" and "Story" cards. If you're in the mood to share and you're with folks you feel comfortable getting vulnerable with, I've found the game to be a blast. It may even help you unearth memories you'd all but forgotten." — ML
Ester Perel Esther Perel’s Where Should We Begin: A Game of Stories, $, available at EsterPerel.com
The Class: Beyond Resolutions
"I love any workout that'll make me forget I'm actively engaging in exercise. And this New Year's program does just that. I had the opportunity to try it before its Jan. 1 launch and wasn't disappointed. It's led by Taryn Toomey, who founded The Class, and her army of trainers. They'll take you through moves like donkey kicks, planks, and, yes, the occasional set of burpees — but interspersed throughout are freeform dance movements that'll make you feel free. You'll also be guided through meditations and given journal prompts that'll help you reconnect with your body and reflect on what you what from 2022. I'll admit, some of it is a little 'woo-woo.' But it's a chill, sweaty, fun way to start the new year." — ML
The Class by Taryn Toomey The Class: Beyond Resolutions, $, available at The Class by Taryn Toomey
Waterloo Sparking Water
"I drink mostly homemade seltzer, courtesy of my Sodastream. But every so often, I pick up a pack of flavored cans as a 'treat' (sad). I have my favorites — La Croix's peach-pear; Spindrift's lemon, 365's ginger, Polar's grapefruit. Recently, I added Waterloo's black cherry to my A list. Cherry is a tricky flavor for water — it can so easily taste medicinal. Waterloo's, though, has a lovely depth of flavor, and it's bubbly without being painful, if you know what I mean." — Mirel Zaman, Deputy Director
Waterloo Waterloo Black Cherry Sparkling Water, $, available at Target
Adidas 4DFWD Shoes
"I'm partial toward Adidas running shoes, but I have to admit I was skeptical of these. They're 3D printed, and the sole has an unusual lattice pattern that appeared decidedly not supportive. They're also trendy looking, a trait that always makes me a little wary, the assumption being that they must sacrifice function in the name of looking good. But these shoes are some of the most comfortable I've run in. The upper is super-stretchy and the soles provide just the right amount of feedback — they don't, as I'd feared, collapse with each stride. I also love the higher-than-usual back tab, which holds my heel in super securely." — MZ
Adidas 4DFWD Shoes, $, available at Adidas
Contigo Water Bottle
"I mess around with other water bottles all the time, but I always come back to this guy. I've had and loved the 24-ounce and the 32-ounce sizes, and it's just — to me — the perfect bottle. That's mostly thanks to the straw, which is long enough to pick up every last drop of water, has a squishy tip that resists being destroyed by nervous biting, and can be tucked away and locked in place. Other bonuses: The handle can conveniently clip onto a bag, and the entire thing is lightweight and easy to clean." — MZ
Contigo Contigo Autospout Water Bottle, $, available at Amazon
The Astrology Deck: Your Guide To The Meanings And Myths Of The Cosmos
"I've picked up a surprising-to-me amount of astrology know-how over the several years that I've editing horoscopes and zodiac-related articles, but I can still find my head spinning over the specifics. Lisa Stardust has worked with us a ton over the years (she writes our monthly horoscopes!) and she's translated her know-how into this 70-card deck, which aims to present all the most interesting info about the planets, stars, asteroids, and signs in easy-to-understand paragraphs. You can even learn how to do your own birth chart." — MZ
Lisa Stardust The Astrology Deck: Your Guide to the Meanings and Myth, $, available at Amazon
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