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Our favorite picks from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

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Every year, Oprah Winfrey unveils her annual Favorite Things List, a roundup of the most wanted holiday gifts of the year. Here are our favorite picks from this year's list.


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For the second year in a row, Oprah Winfrey is celebrating small businesses, with 87 of the 104 gifts on her list coming from "family-run, local makers, BIPOC- and woman-founded and more!" she explains. Other items on her wishlist include this season's hottest products from Samsung, Therabody, Amazon and more.

To simplify your holiday shopping, all of Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 are available for purchase via Amazon. 

You can view the full list of 104 items at Oprah Daily, or check out our featured picks below.

Our favorite picks from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022

This year, Oprah divides up her guide into 10 categories: Stylish, Book, Cozy, Kitchen, Beauty, Children's, Wellness, Home, Food and Tech gifts. CBS Essentials rounded up our top picks from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 List


Stylish gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list includes some comfy-yet-stylish clothing options.

Girlfriend Collection compression pocket leggings

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Girlfriend Collective

Oprah loves these "sweat-wicking, high-compression and high-waisted," leggings from size-inclusive brand Girlfriend Collective, made out of recycled plastic bottles. Available in sizes XS to 6XL.

Girlfriend Collection compression pocket leggings, $70 (reduced from $88)


Spanx AirEssentials

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Spanx

Oprah isn't the only one obsessed with Spanx's new loungewear collection. A CBS Essentials staffer lives in these wide-legged pants, which she describes as "unbelievably comfy" and "loungewear that doesn't feel schlubby." 

Spanx AirEssentials, $118 and up


Book gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Have someone on your gift list who loves to read? Check out Oprah's holiday book picks for 2022.

Oprah's 'The Life You Want Love and Happiness Journal'

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Oprah

This intentional journal, created by Oprah herself, promotes self-love. Each of the 12 chapters includes "guided prompts and thought-provoking questions," and teaches everything from boundary-setting to communication skills. "After all, your greatest power is your ability to love—to show it, receive it and validate others," says Oprah. An added bonus? In January, OprahDaily.com starts hosting a monthly "The Life You Want" class that corresponds to the journal.

Oprah's "The Life You Want Love and Happiness Journal", $30


Cozy gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Get warm and cozy this winter with this pick by Oprah Winfrey.

Softies Marshmallow crew neck lounger

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Softies

Oprah regularly features cozy goods from Softies on her list. "When Gayle saw this, she immediately said, 'I'm definitely getting this—the gray one and the blue one!'" Oprah exclaims about this comfy dress. "I live in Softies, and this ultra-soft lounger (it's called Marshmallow fabric for a reason) works as well for running errands with some boots as it does for a cozy night in with a pair of snuggly socks."

Softies Marshmallow crew neck lounger, $120


Kitchen and food gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Oprah has cooked up some great kitchen gift ideas in her Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list. Here's a sampling.

FinaMill battery operated spice grinder

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FinaMill

Whether your recipient is an experienced chef or simply likes to spice up their food, this battery-operated spice grinder elevates the cooking and eating experience. "Fill it with peppercorns, coarse salt, toasted garlic—you get the idea," Oprah says. 

FinaMill battery operated spice grinder, $45


Solo Stove Pi pizza oven

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Solo

Upgrade pizza night with this clever pizza oven, available with or without a gas burner. "This pizza oven lets you bake restaurant-grade pies from the comfort of your backyard," says Oprah.

Solo Stove Pi pizza oven, $500 and up


Brightland The Artist Capsule olive oil collection 

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Brightland

Stumped on what to get the chef who has everything? This set of four different olive oils "looks as good as it tastes," according to Oprah. In addition to making your food taste great, the bottles, each designed and crafted by an artist, liven up the kitchen counter. 

Brightland The Artist Capsule olive oil collection, $150


Beauty gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Take a look at this luxe beauty pick from the Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list.

Laruce Tami 5-piece makeup brush set

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Laruce

A brand new makeup brush set makes a great gift for anyone who enjoys painting their face. Oprah, who claims to be "particular about makeup brushes," uses this set of "cruelty-free, soft and easy to clean" brushes, which includes a large powder brush, a brush for blush or bronzer, an eyeshadow brush, a tapered blending brush and a concealer brush.

Laruce Tami 5-piece makeup brush set, $75


Children's gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Oprah has gifts for kids on her Favorite Things list, as well.

Pink Picasso Paint by Numbers kit

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Pink Picasso

This upgraded paint-by-numbers set from Pink Picasso transforms your budding artist into a master. "Of all the fun design options, I happen to think the ice cream cone and robot are particularly cute. Each kit includes a template-printed canvas, a four-brush set and handy little pots of acrylic paint," says Oprah. 

Pink Picasso Paint by Numbers kit, $22 (reduced from $28)


Wellness gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Feel better in the new year with a new Theragun massager -- it's Oprah-approved.

Therabody TheraGun Mini

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TheraBody

"Give the gift of a tension-relieving massage anytime, anywhere," Oprah says about the new Theragun Mini. The latest generation is more compact and lighter than the previous and also comes in a gorgeous rose color. 

TheraGun Mini, $199


Home gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Gift something nice for their home this year. Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list has a number of great home gift options, including the pick below.

Cozy Earth waffle bath towel bundle

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Cozy Earth

Expensive towels are an investment worth making. Oprah takes bathing "very seriously" and emphasizes the importance of "having a great towel to wrap yourself in afterward." This Cozy Earth set of two bath sheets, two bath towels, two hand towels and four wash cloths features a waffle texture on one side and cozy terry cloth "that's soft and absorbent" on the other. 

Cozy Earth waffle bath towel bundle, $239


Tech gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list

Here's our top tech pick from Oprah's Favorite Things 2022 list.

Samsung The Freestyle projector

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Samsung

A gift for the whole family, this Samsung projector brings movie night to any room."Point this smart projector onto any wall to turn it into a big screen. You can use your favorite streaming apps from it, and it's got powerful speakers, just like a movie theater," says Oprah.

Samsung The Freestyle projector, $598 (reduced from $898)


Early Black Friday 2022 deals to shop now

While there's still some time to wait until the official Black Friday 2022 sales start, there are plenty of great deals you can get right now. Check out our early Black Friday deal articles.


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So it's time to shop for holiday gifts now. Pick out a great hiding spot and check out CBS Essentials' 100 Most Wanted Holiday Gifts of 2022. We've based our top 100 gift picks on our bestsellers, owner reviews and our own extensive research on the most-buzzed-about gifts of 2022, such as this I am Groot Lego set, a guinea pig toy that gives birth and this pooping purple turtle.

Stay tuned to the CBS Essentials 100 Most Wanted Holiday Gifts Series for our picks of the hottest gifts to give in 2022. Our list includes some of Apple's newest products, the top toys of 2022, game-changing kitchen cookware and kitchen appliances (such as this air fryer) and so much more.

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