20 Perfect Gifts To Give This Season From Women-Founded Businesses

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The holidays are a great time to give gifts to loved ones and spread joy. While choosing the perfect gifts can be stressful, putting in the time and effort to do so is worth it to show you care. While there's no doubt that there are tons of options, such as skincare, makeup, and perfume gift sets, here we're focusing on women-founded businesses. The choices on our list offer everything from wellness products to keep you healthy and stress-free to sparkly jewelry that will make you shine.

When you support women-run businesses, you're supporting a push for equality. According to Fortune, in 2021, women only made up 8.2% of Fortune 500 CEOs, and only 1.2% were women of color. In spite of these disappointing percentages, research published in the Academy of Management Journal showed that women hold senior positions, make more profit, are more socially responsible, and provide better customer service.

So, when you're thinking of buying the perfect gift for that special someone, choosing to support a women-owned business is helping the economy, promoting equal pay, providing more job opportunities, and giving more women a chance to succeed.

Imagine customizing your teas as you do with your favorite coffee drinks. Well, Phoenix-based brand Allison DeVane did. Founder DeVane started her journey as a barista and personalized her teas, which then became so popular that she started her own tea store. To take it a step further, she started creating kits that people could use at home to upgrade cocktails and tea beverages.

Fan of pumpkin spice lattes? All you need is her pumpkin spice latte cube and hot water. Fancy a Manhattan, Old-Fashioned, or Moscow Mule at home just as your favorite bartender makes it? There's a kit for that, too. Just add a cube and a shot of your favorite liquor that you like or enjoy the flavor on its own.

Purchase the Minute Cocktail Sugar Cube Trio on the Uncommon Goods website for $30.

Azcona was cofounded in 2021 by Yohayra and Yoherry Azconaby, two sisters from the Dominican Republic. Prior to building their own business to empower and represent LatinX women, the sisters were in law school and in the banking industry. Now Azcona provides luxury-quality jewelry at affordable prices so everyone can look and feel their best. 

Azcona's Turqs bracelet is an exquisite piece made with natural turquoise and water pearls that are surrounded by gold-plated metal from India. Turquoise is a popular stone in Buddhism that is believed to protect from evil, and the pearl is a symbol of wisdom; they are a great combination to wear together. The gorgeous bold statement bracelet will compliment any outfit and looks more expensive than it actually is.

Purchase the Azcona Turqs Bracelet on Azcona for $85.

No doubt fans of popular beauty brands have heard of Glossier. What is less likely known is the fact that the brand is founded by a woman. Emily Weiss founded Glossier in 2014 because she wanted beauty to feel more personal and the brand has grown into the mecca that it is now for beauty products. Its line includes award-winning skincare and viral makeup items. It also offers enviable perfumes, one of which is Glossier You Eau De Parfum. While the main notes are a warm fusion of spicy pink pepper and floral iris, the fragrance is a personalized fragrance, meaning it doesn't smell exactly the same on anyone who wears it.

Purchase Glossier You Eau De Parfum on Glossier for $64.

Fans of the CW's "Gossip Girl" know how Blair Waldorf wore headbands as her signature accessory. In the world of headbands, there isn't a more prominent name than Jennifer Behr, who studied sculpture and art history and later founded fashion's first luxury hair accessory brand. Each piece is sculpted by hand and the exquisite designs are timeless pieces for weddings and special occasions.

The Ines Headpiece is a gorgeous minimalist piece made with Swarovski crystals and pearls. It is available in gold and silver and is bound to stand out and be the topic of conversation. In fact, it is so beautiful, you may be asking Santa for it this Christmas yourself.

Purchase the Jennifer Behr Ines Headband on Jennifer Behr for $295.

Jigsaw puzzles are fun for all ages and can be an excellent exercise for the mind. Marcel Danesi, professor of semiotics and anthropology at Victoria College, University of Toronto, told Reader's Digest, "In a sense, the vast array of puzzles spans all the cognitive skills, from spatial thinking to language and reasoning."

In 2019, CEO Kaylin Marcotte started Jiggy. What better way to support a women-founded business than getting yourself or a loved one the Women's History Month x Maliha Abidi Puzzle, which portrays 100 iconic women in 500 puzzle pieces? The original art was created by Pakistan-born Maliha Abidi, whose art focuses on important issues like gender equality, anti-racism, and mental health wellness. The artist gets a percentage of every sale.

Purchase the Women's History Month x Maliha Abidi Puzzle on the Jiggy website for $40.

Who doesn't love a little sparkle in their life? In 2008, Christy Rose founded KB Shimmer to spread love and joy by creating the brightest and sparkliest line of nail polish colors. The brand expanded to include hand and cuticle care products because they also need love.

The brand's Northern Exposure Collection will add some twinkle to your nails when we're all bundled up in warm coats, and the colors are so mesmerizing that you won't be able to stop looking at them. Slush Fund is a gorgeous gold glitter, Chill Out is an icy blue sparkle, and there are nine additional colors to choose from.

Purchase KB Shimmer Northern Exposure Nail Polish on KBShimmer.com for $12.

Are you a fan of glitter makeup but think it's only acceptable at music festivals or for children? Well, you'll be pleasantly surprised with the high-quality and mess-free line of glitter makeup by Lemonhead.LA (LHLA). Created by professional makeup artist Megan Dugan, Lemonhead products are gentle on your skin and won't smudge all over.

If you've been wanting to recreate the viral floating crystal eyeliner look, look no further than LHLA glitter makeup. The Spacepaste intense glitter concentrate can be used all over the face or to create sharp cat eyeliner lines, and you don't even need to deal with the mess of glue or feel the little pieces on your skin because it's so smooth. It's already a winner of the PETA Beauty Awards and is available in 24 sparkling colors.

Purchase the Lemonhead.LA Spacepaste Intense Glitter Concentrate on the Lemonhead.LA website for $22.

MLE has everything you could possibly want, from handbags and clothing to hair accessories and even some goodies for your puppy. Emily Antonian Li Mandri founded MLE in 2018 to make custom pieces using high-quality materials with some help from other expert craftswomen. 

Before launching MLE, Mandri's background was in high fashion, and she knew she wanted to start a brand that prioritized women's empowerment. MLE Cece Handbag is a must-have for parties as it comes in three festive colors and is made of deluxe brocade. This cute bag is convenient for a night out but big enough to carry everything you need. Each bag is handmade with love.

Purchase the MLE Cece Handbag on the MLE website for $128.

Diamonds are a girl's best friend, but most of the jewelry industry is run and dominated by men. In 2013, New York City-based Nicole Wegman started the luxury jewelry company Ring Concierge, which features products designed by women for women. The brand creates worthy investment pieces that last a lifetime, from bespoke pieces for engagements and weddings to everyday fine jewelry.

Stacking rings has never been trendier. Ring Concierge's range of elegant rings is available in platinum, 14K yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold, so there's something for everyone. The Inlay Diamond Ring has five-round cut diamonds that can elevate any look when worn solo or with your other favorite rings. It's an investment that will last forever from a women-founded and -operated business.

Purchase the Inlay Diamond Ring on RingConcierge.com for $398.

Thrive Causemetics is the definition of beauty with a purpose. Founder and CEO Karissa Bodner started her career as a makeup artist and in product development before launching the brand that is safe for use by people with compromised immune systems. Bodner's friend passed away from a rare form of cancer, which inspired her to create a clean beauty brand that is safe for everyone. The brand continues to support many non-profit organizations and has donated over $100 million to date.

Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara literally makes you look like you have false lashes on and stays put all day without smudging. It's available in three colors, is dermatologist- and ophthalmologist-tested so that it won't ever irritate sensitive eyes, and it has over 30,000 reviews, averaging 4.5 stars on the brand's website.

Purchase Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara on ThriveCausemetics.com for $25.