The festive Christmas season is a time of year when you'll want to give a thoughtful gift. At Beauty Apothecary on the second basement floor of the Isetan Shinjuku Main Building, where you'll find a wide selection of natural cosmetics from Japan and abroad, you'll find the perfect gift for friends and loved ones. Here, we'll introduce gift items recommended by staff on this floor, categorized by budget, based on recipient and occasion.

Easy-to-give gifts under 3,000 yen
Gifts to express gratitude to those who have helped you throughout the year. On this floor, people are particularly likely to search for gifts in the 2,000 yen price range. We've picked out some "little" items that won't make the recipient feel uncomfortable and will be appreciated.


■ A classic item when you're having trouble deciding!

Aesop hand cream is a gift suitable for people of all ages and genders. A staple product since the brand's early days, this essential oil, including lavender and mandarin peel, provides a pleasant fragrance and leaves your skin feeling moisturized all the way down to your fingertips. The sophisticated, chic packaging makes it easy for men to use, too, and is another key factor in its popularity.




■ For the handsome woman who always stays on top of trends

Davines hair oil moisturizes and adds shine without leaving your hair feeling sticky. It creates a bouncy, light feeling and envelops you in a sweet, oriental fragrance. It's a spray type that can be used on wet hair, making it a must-have for fashion-conscious women.




■Select healthy products, especially at a time when you're more likely to get sick

This is a JAS-certified organic manuka honey spray. It contains manuka honey blended with naturally occurring azulene, and as a food product, it's easy to consume. Manuka honey, which is gentle on the throat, makes a thoughtful gift for a coworker who seems to be suffering from a cold.




■ A targeted moisturizing item for that cute junior colleague who has a date coming up

John Masters Organics lip balm blends in to dry lips and keeps them moisturized. Formulated with olive fruit and beeswax, it moisturizes and softens lips. With a refreshing citrus scent and simple design, it makes a great gift for girls or cute junior colleagues.




■ For busy workers every day. Give the gift of a special bath time.

A mini bath milk set with five different scents to choose from. Lavender, wild rose, citrus, and fir are joined by the new addition of arnica. Why not give someone a blissful bath time that will relax their mind as well? A great gift to show your busy soul that they need to take it easy every once in a while.




■ Perfect as a gift to share with a group of friends or fellow moms

With the quality of gifts getting better every year, it's important to choose carefully. Classic food made with organic dried fruit is the answer to that need. This hearty food mixed with nuts is sure to fill you up. It's also great for casually handing out to large groups.




--Continued with our selection of Christmas gifts under 7,000 yen.