Published on December 03, 2025
It’s easy to get caught up in the rush of Christmas. But the best gifts aren’t always the biggest ones under the tree. Quite the opposite: they’re the ones that remind people to stop, take a breath, and listen to their own needs.
At Retreat Yourself, we believe giving should feel as good as receiving. This isn’t about more ‘stuff’. It’s about simple, thoughtful gifts that bring calm, care, and connection. Maybe for your sister who never sits still, the dad who works long days, your partner who’s been running on empty, or the kids who want to be part of it all.
From boxes made to help them rest, to small daily rituals that make life a little slower, our Christmas gift guide is here to help you find gifts with thought.
The meaning behind thoughtful giving
Thoughtful giving is about paying attention. It’s choosing something that shows you’ve really seen them; what they love, what they need, or what might make their day feel a little lighter.
It’s your way of saying, ‘you matter to me’ in a quiet way that builds real connection. When you put time and care into a gift, it shows. Often the simple, personal things are what make their mark.
Retreat Yourself Christmas gift sets
When you’re looking for something thoughtful and curated with care, our Christmas gift sets make it easy. Each one offers a mix of better-for-you products from local Australian and NZ brands, chosen to help them slow down and feel more like themselves again.
They’re practical, beautiful, and designed to be used. To bring a little more calm into busy days or remind someone they deserve a moment to pause. Whether you’re gifting a partner, a friend, a parent, or yourself, you’ll find something that feels special in the simplest way. Here’s a quick guide to our favourite bundles.
The Seasonal Retreat Box
The Seasonal Retreat Box is our most-loved gift for a reason. Inside, they’ll find a collection of health, beauty, and lifestyle products that support rest and wellbeing. Each box includes a 20-page Retreat Guide to lead them through simple rituals and help them create their own moments of calm at home.
Bundles for her
Bundles for her are made with women in mind. The ones who do a lot, hold a lot, and rarely slow down. Each bundle brings together thoughtful, better-for-you products that support rest, skin health, and simple daily rituals. They’re useful, beautiful items she can weave into her week.
We have a range of pre-made, thoughtfully curated boxes including:
These bundles are perfect for Christmas as they feel personal without guesswork. They are thoughtful collections that say, ‘I know you’ve been going non-stop, here’s something just for you’.
Bundles for him
Our bundles for him keep things simple; practical products he’ll actually use, without the fuss. Each bundle brings together essentials designed to help him unwind, recharge, and take better care of himself:
Men won’t tell you what they want, but they do appreciate something thoughtful, practical, and ready to go. It’s a gift that shows you’ve noticed how hard he works, and he deserves to have a moment to breathe.
Self-Care Club Sets: curated for kids aged 8 to 14
Our Self-Care Club Sets are made for kids who enjoy a bit of downtime. Each set is curated with age-appropriate products to help them explore self-care in a way that’s gentle, positive, and confidence-building. Choose from a range of bundles like:
It’s a great way to wind down after big school days, busy weekends, and all the things happening in their lives. It’s a gift that makes kids feel cared for, seen, and a little bit special.
Make your own bundle
If you love the idea of creating something completely personalised, why not build your own? Choose from our full range of products such as skincare, body care, treats, lifestyle tools, and small daily rituals to curate a box that feels just right.
It’s a simple way to tailor a gift to their tastes. Maybe she needs a little more calm, or he could use something refreshing after long days. Maybe you want to build a bundle the whole family can share.
Gift cards: so they can choose their own
If you’re not sure what they’d love most, a Retreat Yourself Gift Voucher is the simplest way to get it right. It lets them choose their own Retreat Yourself Box, gift bundle, or any of our better-for-you products.
Our vouchers are redeemable on all products, so they can pick something that speaks to their self-care needs.
Beauty gifts for Christmas
Our beauty gifts for Christmas are all about simple rituals that fit into real life. Quick skincare routines. Body products that make the end of a long day softer. Choose from clean beauty essentials from local brands that do good and feel good.
Skincare
Skincare is one of those gifts that feels both practical and a little bit special. Our skincare range is full of better-for-you products from local Australian and NZ brands, made to nourish the skin without complicating your routine. Think gentle cleansers, hydrating creams, brightening serums, and small daily essentials she can actually use.
Explore our full range of skincare to find the perfect Christmas gift.
Body & Bath
Body and bath gifts are always a thoughtful idea: they’re comforting, useful, and make those stressful days a little softer. Our body and bath range includes nourishing body oils, rich creams, gentle scrubs, and soak-worthy bath products from thoughtful Australian and NZ brands. All made to help her unwind without needing a whole evening to herself.
Explore our range of bath and body products for the person who needs to decompress.
Haircare
Haircare is one of those gifts that feels instantly uplifting; the kind of everyday luxury most don’t buy for themselves. Our haircare range includes nourishing masks, gentle shampoos and conditioners, scalp-loving treatments, and styling essentials. It’s self-care her hair will love.
Browse our range of haircare products.
Wellness Christmas gifts for everyone on your list
Wellness gifts are the kind that quietly make someone’s whole day feel better. They’re simple, grounding, and easy to use. Our Aromatherapy & Wellness range is designed exactly for that. These products help create a sense of ease in the middle of busy days. Small moments like a quick spray of calming room mist, a grounding roll-on, a soothing heat pack, or a little ritual that helps them slow down before bed.
Aromatherapy is a great gift to consider as it:
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Helps people find a moment of calm in the middle of a busy day
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Is practical and easy to use - a quick roll-on, a mist, or a comforting scent before bed
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Supports real-life rest, not complicated routines
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Suits almost anyone, like friends, partners, parents, and teachers
Shop our range of aromatherapy and wellness gifts today.
Home & Lifestyle
Our Home & Lifestyle range is all about the small things that make everyday life feel softer, calmer, and a little more considered. From grounding journals and affirmation cards to herbal teas, heat packs, and practical lifestyle tools, this category is full of simple gifts that make home a place of peace.
Here are a few easy, thoughtful ideas inspired by these products:
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A cosy heat pack paired with a herbal tea for someone who needs to unwind
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A reflective journal or card deck for the friend who loves to start her day with intention
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A soothing sleep mask or pillow spray for anyone craving better rest over the holidays
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A bundle of lifestyle essentials such as a reusable cup, calming tea, and a feel-good ritual for teachers, colleagues or neighbours
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A ‘quiet night in’ pack using a few small pieces from the range
Shop the home and lifestyle range for more ideas.
Food & Drinks
Our Food and Drinks range is filled with delicious treats and warm, nourishing sips from thoughtful Australian and NZ brands. These are the things people reach for during busy weeks and long days: herbal teas, wholesome snacks, chocolate, and feel-good pantry staples that make life a little easier and a lot more enjoyable.
Here are a few easy gifting ideas:
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A calming herbal tea paired with a Daydream Cup for slow mornings
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A bundle of wholesome snacks for the friend who’s always on the go
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A ‘treat yourself’ trio of chocolate, tea, and luxe macaroons
Explore our full range of food gifts and soothing drinks today.
Christmas gift guide Australia FAQs
How to pick the perfect Christmas gift
The simplest way to pick the perfect Christmas gift is to focus on how you want them to feel, not how much you spend. A great gift says, ‘I’ve noticed you. I know how much you do. Here’s something just for you.’
That’s why our boxes and bundles are all-in-one, beautifully packaged, and filled with good-for-you products from local Australian and NZ brands. You don’t have to overthink it; everything inside is chosen with care, created to help them slow down and feel supported.
What is the most popular Christmas gift?
Our most popular Christmas gift is The Retreat Box. It’s generous, thoughtful, and genuinely useful. Each box is filled with $300 of value in wellness, beauty, and lifestyle products from local Australian and NZ brands - all chosen to help her rest, recharge, and feel herself again. Get a one-off Retreat Box bundle for $115, or make it a gift that keeps giving with the Retreat Box subscription for $99.95 per box, every 3 months - a wonderful reminder for self care every season.
Why Retreat Yourself gifts are different
What makes our gifts truly different is what they give: rest. A reminder she can switch off. A moment to catch her breath. Something that supports her when her plate is already full.
Each box is thoughtfully curated with care in every choice, from skincare and lifestyle tools to the rituals in the Retreat Guide. And with $300 of value in The Retreat Box (priced between $89 and $115) it feels generous without being excessive.
When you’re ready to make gifting simple and meaningful, explore our boxes, bundles, and subscription options to find the perfect fit. Or read more about our products and gift ideas on our Wellness Blog.