Kiki Palmer’s winter Amazon picks start at $5

Kiki Palmer isn’t letting her busy schedule get in the way of her winter routine.

“I love being intentional, but life gets busy, especially now that I’m a mom. So sometimes I make last-minute Amazon orders,” she tells PEOPLE. We recently spoke to the actress to find out what beauty products and household items she has in her cart to get through winter.

From moisturizing hair care products and TheraGun essentials to cozy throw blankets and indoor slippers, keep scrolling to see Palmer’s top winter essentials below. The best part? All of these products inspired by her recommendations are available on Amazon, with prices starting at just $5.

Kiki Palmer’s winter essentials

Perfect for on-the-go: Lionscool Pilates Ring Set, $25 (originally $32) Keep your hair healthy: Mulberry Silk Pillowcase, $8 (originally $12) Body Care: TheraGun Massage Gun, $160 A “game changer” for hydrated hair: Natural Cream Argan Oil Intensive Conditioning Treatment, $5 Essentials for busy moms: Natural Strength and Shine Cream Leave-in Conditioner, $6 Improve Relaxation: Aofmee Bath Bomb, with Prime $13 (Original $16) Cozy Up on the Couch: Bedelite Fleece Throw Blanket, $18 One-and-Done Products: Creme of Nature Style & Shine Foaming Mousse, $6 Keep Feet Comfortable: RockDove Memory Foam Slippers, $18 (Original $25) Gain instant confidence: Creme of Nature Perfect Edge Firm Hold Edge Control Gel, $6

Lionscool Pilates Ring Set

Palmer tells PEOPLE that the best gift she ever received was a handwritten letter from her mother, “but it wasn’t about material value, it was about the love and intention behind it,” but she admits that she always favors gifts that “tell a story and are intentional.”

She added, “My best friend bought me a lot of Pilates stuff so now I think of her every time I go!” Achieve your New Year’s fitness goals with Palmer with this nifty Pilates set that includes a ring, mini ball, and 4 resistance bands.

Cream of Nature Style & Shine Foaming Mousse

Although the time for holiday glam is behind us, Palmer, who is chief brand officer at Crème of Nature, plans to offer “effortless elegance” in her beauty products through 2026. One way she achieves that vibe? Starting with “healthy, hydrated hair” with the brand’s Argan Oil Intensive Conditioning Treatment, followed by “Style & Shine Foaming Mousse” to “achieve definition and flexibility.”

“With my short hair, I don’t even need an iron to get the right shape,” says the actress. “The mousse and shine are effective!”

Cream of Nature Perfect Edge Firm Hold Edge Control Gel

When it comes to beauty favorites, Palmer cites Crème of Nature Perfect Edge Firm Hold Edge Control Gel as a product that instantly makes her feel confident. “When you have your edges, you feel polished and put together no matter what,” Palmer explains. “This is my favorite because it leaves a smooth finish without feeling peeling or stiff. It’s not sticky either, so it’s easy to use every day.”

mulberry silk pillowcase

For Palmer, winter wellness and self-care goes far beyond the beauty salon. Some of her most notable choices include TheraGun (“I need it now that I’m getting older”) and “high-quality silk pillowcases.”

“It’s amazing for your hair and skin and feels so luxurious,” says Palmer. “Anything bath-related will do. Bath salts and bath bombs just set the mood!”

Bedelite fleece throw blanket

Although the busiest gift-giving season of the year has passed, Palmer has some go-to gift ideas for upcoming birthdays, anniversaries, and even Valentine’s Day. “A cozy throw blanket is thoughtful and easy to grab at the last minute,” says the actress. “House slippers are always a crowd pleaser.”

Satisfy the Capricorn or Aquarius in your life with this cute throw blanket that one shopper called “soft (and) plush.”

Cream of Nature Argan Oil Intensive Conditioning Treatment

When asked what beauty product she already owns that everyone should add to their winter lineup, Palmer said, “Cream of Nature Argan Oil Intensive Conditioning Treatment.” “This is an innovative product to keep your hair healthy and hydrated during the winter months, and it works on so many different textures.” Add to Cart for just $5.

Cream of Nature Strength & Shine Leave-in Conditioner

Palmer says her beauty routine has “definitely simplified” since becoming a mother, so she relies on “multitasking products” like Crème of Nature’s Strength & Shine Leave-In Conditioner. “Moisturize, detangle, and protect in one step,” says Palmer. “A quick slick-back style with edge control and a bold lip that will have you feeling put together in minutes.”

Keep scrolling to shop more of Palmer’s top winter essentials below.

TheraGun massage gun

Aofumi bath bomb

RockDove Memory Foam Slippers