It’s officially the time of year when you can pass off pre-Christmas purchases as ‘gift buying’. So whether you’re treating yourself or ‘test-driving’ products suitable for friends and family, it’s the perfect time to take advantage of limited-edition Christmas sets and new summer releases. We’re celebrating gifts that encourage moments of self-care and beauty/wellbeing rituals.
Jo Malone London Sandalwood & Spiced Apricot Cologne
The scent of the season. Jo Malone London’s Spiced Apricot and Sandalwood Cologne blends warm apricot, smooth sandalwood and soft spices for a fragrance that feels both festive and elevated. It’s a beautiful gift for anyone, whether they’re heading away in a motorhome or hosting Christmas at home. The timeless packaging and luxurious scent make it a true “wow” present for someone special. The smaller 30ml size is especially perfect for travel – compact enough to pop into a toiletries bag, keep in a glovebox, or take on summer road trips without taking up valuable space. A stylish, practical touch of luxury for life on the go.
ghd Duet Style in Cherry Chic (2-in-1 Wet-to-Dry Styler)
The ghd Duet Style in the limited-edition Cherry Chic shade is the ultimate travel hair tool, especially for motorhome and caravan adventures. It’s a true 2-in-1 wet-to-dry styler, meaning you can dry and straighten your hair with just one tool (no need to pack a separate dryer and straightener). It’s designed for fast, efficient styling with minimal effort, making it perfect for life on the road where space is precious and convenience is everything. Simply power up, start with towel-dried hair, and enjoy sleek, smooth, glossy results in a single step. A brilliant gift for anyone who wants to look polished on their summer travels without carrying extra gear.
Available at leading salons or Farmers stores.
Kine Body Cloths
It’s not always possible to shower when you need to, or to have a quick clean when travelling – say hello to Kine Body Cloths, the convenient solution no matter where on the road (or in the air) you are. Made from 100% plant-based fibres, these clever wipes are certified flushable, so you can care for your skin and the environment at the same time. Gently cleanse your skin wherever you’re travelling. No water, no rinsing, no fuss. Kine cloths are also free from alcohol, parabens and sulfates.
Celia Loves Trio Room Spray Set
Give your RV, home or office space an instant glow up, with a Celia Loves Trio Room Spray Set. Each beautifully presented gift box features a curated set of three distinctive Celia Loves fragrances, Choose from The Sun Seeker (Peach Breeze; Sea Salt & Coconut Lime; Neroli & Honesuckle), The Romantic (Pink Lotus; Cloud Muse, Nectarine Blossom) or The Homebody (Green Moss & Vanilla, Sweet Magnolia, Pistachio & Caramel). Designed to elevate your daily spaces with a touch of self-care and luxe.
Neat Fragrance Advent Calendar
Remember the old-school advent calendars with inexpensive (and not particularly edible) chocolate? Oh, how things have progressed. 2025 sees the ultimate advent calendar reimagination with this delicious collection of fragrances from iconic New Zealand brand Neat. Erach of the 25 fragrances is a dupe some of the world’s most-loved perfumes and colognes – except these are Phthalate free, hypo-allergenic and don’t contain any hormone-disrupting chemicals. How’s that for the sweet smell of success? (TOP TIP – this is a fantastic gift for anyone who loves travelling, as the miniatures are perfect to ensure you always have a fresh scent on hand).
Miller Road Bon Bons/Christmas Crackers
Forget about wispy thin paper crowns with puzzling jokes and plastic gifts – treat yourself (or a friend) to one of the most delicious Christmas crackers (or bon bons) we’ve come across. New Zealand brand Miller Road is renowned for its luscious fragrances and fragrance-making classes. It’s onto yet another win with its Christmas collection of bonbons – choose from a 10ml perfume or the lavender pillow mist – the ultimate pre-sleep ritual.
Essano Suncare collection
Every home, vehicle and RV should be equipped with its own stash of SPF to ensure sun protection wherever you venture. Don’t forget to check SPF expiry dates – Christmas is a great time to update and so is the launch of essano’s new Hydrate & Glow Body SPF50+ collection. Forget about thick, stick and gloopy sunscreen – the new generation offering delivers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection while giving skin a radiant sheen. Infused with Vitamin E and Aloe Vera to nourish and soothe, the formula’s pearlescent finish leaves skin hydrated, silky and glowing – no shimmer fallout, no sticky feel. Water resistant for four hours and completely free from silicones, parabens and mineral oils, the everyday protection lineup includes a Daily Face Moisturiser, Moisturising Body SPF50+ (perfect for all the outdoor adventurers), and Hydrate & Glow Body SPF 50+.
Bhone Beauty Broth
Bhone Summer is the perfect season to swap out your daily coffee for something more aligned with your wellbeing. Bhone Chocolate Delight (or Vanilla Chai) is packed with benefits and the perfect alternative. Made in New Zealand, it’s bone broth on steroids, delivering benefits with Vitamin C, and designed to nourish digestion, gut-brain balance, and immunity. Plus, it tastes delicious – a truly winning formula. Try it as a Bhone hot chocolate before bed, or an Iced Bhone chocolate for those hotter days. Gift the Bhone Rituals Set to yourself, friends or family. It’s also available in single serve sachets – perfect for an on-the-go treat.
MN8 Skincare
Don’t forget about the blokes when it comes to beauty and wellbeing this festive season. MN8 Skincare is the hot New Zealand brand winning fans around the globe. With manuka as the heart ingredient, it’s crafted from a Kiwi regenerative manuka farm and offers barrier support, anti-aging and hydration benefits, as well as helping soothe inflammation. So whether your skin gets a battering from the great outdoors, or just requires a little TLC, the three-product MN8 collection can be enjoyed individually or as a set.
Boost Lab Goody Goody Sun Drops
A summer essential for every traveller, Boost Lab’s Goody Goody Sun Drops deliver daily SPF protection in the easiest possible format. Lightweight, non-greasy and perfect for all skin types, they’re ideal for days spent driving, exploring or relaxing outdoors. This little bottle works hard to keep skin protected from the harsh summer sun – and makes a brilliant under-the-tree stocking stuffer. A simple gift that genuinely gets used (and appreciated!).
Muscle Bestie Gel
Whether you’re an adventure junkie or driving long distances, aches and pains are commonplace regardless of age and fitness. It might not be the sexiest Christmas gift, but rest assured, it will be treasured and appreciated! Muscle Bestie Gel includes magnesium, European arnica and peppermint oil and is designed to be applied as a topical pain relief gel. As well as helping soothe sore muscles, it also helps reduce bruise pain and swelling and support joint health.
Dwyer Fragrances
Offering exquisite fragrances blended and bottled by hand in small batches in New Zealand, Dwyer founder Sarah Dwyer is consummately skilled when it comes to the art of perfumery. Using carefully sourced oils and absolutes, Dwyer fragrances are proof that ethical, clean perfume is achievable. We love the 10ml spray bottles – perfect for those who travel but love to take fragrance with them. And the perfect Christmas gift is two Dwyer eau de parfum (definitely include the newest offering, Song) presented in a 100% NZ wool felt pouch.
