Pick up the perfect gift for the Christmas season at Beauty Apothecary on the second basement floor of the main building of Isetan Shinjuku. This floor is home to a wide selection of natural cosmetics from Japan and abroad, so you'll find the perfect item for friends and loved ones. We've selected gifts based on budget and the recipient and occasion in mind.

Find a slightly luxurious gift under 7,000 yen
For close family and friends, you'll want to choose an exceptional item that expresses your feelings. By setting your budget under 7,000 yen, you can give a special, carefully selected gift.

■For active people who love travel and sports

Travel kits are useful not only when traveling but also when going to the gym. The travel kit from "Sense of Humor" features a non-chemical formula that focuses on scalp care, making it a great choice. The Bohemian series, designed with jet-setters in mind, is also recommended for businessmen who travel frequently. The water-based styling agent can create a natural, foreign-style hairstyle.




■ Nail oil for sophisticated women who care for their fingertips

Uka nail oil is a gift that any woman would be happy to receive. With a base of sandalwood, this smoky, spicy fragrance with a touch of femininity is sure to captivate you, symbolizing the working woman of the city. The packaging, featuring a night view motif, is sure to get your heart racing when you open it.




■ For the feminine friend. A sweet body milk

With a package design that appeals to the feminine heart, this body milk will look great in any interior décor. It starts with the floral scent of freesia and lily of the valley, and gradually changes to a warm, woody scent. Wear it lightly instead of perfume to further enhance your femininity.




■ For friends with busy desk jobs

Pure rose water extracted from organic roses. The refreshing feel and subtle rose scent are sure to refresh your mood. It can be used as a lotion, or sprinkled around your desk to enjoy the scent in between work breaks. The stylish butterfly-motif packaging is also appealing.




■ Deliver an enchantingly gorgeous scent

For those who are particular about their interior, we have selected a stylish diffuser. The floral bouquet fragrance, wrapped in the gorgeous scent of geranium, blackcurrant, rose, and peony, creates an enchanting space. The elegant brown and gold packaging design makes it a perfect addition to your living room or bedroom.




■I want you to stay healthy and beautiful forever. A gift for hardworking mothers. Magica's Magica Honey + Raw Royal Jelly contains 2,000mg of raw royal jelly per packet. It's unheated, so you can enjoy the delicious nutritional benefits. The convenient stick format makes it easy to carry and drink when you're out and about. A great gift for promoting beauty habits.

Mahica Honey + Raw Royal Jelly 5g x 30 packets (6,700 yen) / Mahica

-‐Christmas gifts to give to your senior colleagues or male friends to express your gratitude [under 3,000 yen]
-‐Continued from the Christmas gifts you might want to choose as a treat for yourself.


*This article was written based on (source: Beauty Apothecary's "GIFT BOOK").

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