Health as a Christmas gift: purchasing guide

Christmas is closer than you might imagine and for this reason we want to recommend original gifts to take care of the health of those around us and which will complement the great classics, such as hi-tech gifts , toys , perfumes and fragrances . Donating, after all, means offering something to see joy and happiness on people’s faces and so why not also add ” health and well-being “. We are often forced to buy useless nonsense at the last minute, which will be crammed into the wardrobe or, even worse, thrown away. Below is our guide to choosing a gift that can bring a smile and preserve the well-being of the person and the environment.

Original gift ideas for Christmas

Below are the gift ideas selected by Trovaprezzi.it for a Christmas full of originality and well-being.

For those who don’t eat breakfast, but should

“ Breakfast is the most important meal of the day ”, everyone knows this phrase but few respect it. Yet, starting the day with the right amount of nutrients, such as complex carbohydrates , fats and proteins is essential for the well-being of the entire body and is the basis for avoiding gaining weight. For this reason we have selected a ” Breakfast Kit ” to give to that friend who hates sitting at the table first thing in the morning, but who from now on will have no more excuses. Lack of time is one of these and therefore our proposal consists of a very convenient shake . The first element to include in the gift kit will certainly be the oat flakes . These are cereals highly appreciated for their high levels of protein and fibre, which also keep the glycemic index at bay. The second element to include in the kit is protein powder , which is essential especially for those who practice sports. There are many types, many different flavors, but also in different price ranges, such as the more commercial Foodspring Vegan Proteins 750g (also suitable for vegans) or the more expensive Yamamoto Nutrition Iso-Fuji 2kg . The last element to purchase to balance the shake also with regards to ” good fats” and fibre , is certainly a pack of Phytoitalia Linusan Linseeds 250g . To all these elements it will be enough to add some milk and a fruit, to give a breakfast full of well-being and taste. We almost forgot! If you think that the kit might be missing something or that the recipient of the gift might still make up an excuse, you can also add a very useful shake blender and that’s it.

(Data updated as of December 2023 and subject to change over time)

For the herbal tea lover

Everyone has that friend or aunt who sits at the bar and starts consulting the tea and herbal tea menu , as if she were an expert herbalist. So why not indulge in this healthy habit and actually encourage it. Herbal teas allow you to stay hydrated and help the body warm up during the cold season. Furthermore, the addition of roots, leaves and flowers makes them suitable for fighting indigestion, insomnia, cellulite and many other problems of the human body. Gift boxes such as Neavita Red Wood Box are available on the market , which contain an assortment of different herbal teas and infusions with beneficial properties, which will delight the lucky recipient. If you want to complete the gift for your friend who loves herbal teas and infusions, you can combine it with an excellent electric kettle and choose from the many types of vegetable infusions available on the market.

Tummy-deflating herbal teas based on fennel:
Erbamea Fennel Herbal Tea Sachets
Viropa Fennel Herbal Tea Sachets
Specchiasol Fennel Herbal Tea Sachets

For the friend who doesn’t like walking

Surely everyone has gone on a trip with that friend who complains every 5 minutes about walking too much or about blisters on his feet. After all, to visit a city you need to travel long distances and get lost in alleys and alleys. It is well known that walking a lot is good for you, as it keeps the cardiovascular system trained and allows the body to also keep muscles, bones and joints in good condition . Taking 10,000 steps a day is the minimum goal to achieve to live healthy and for this reason we want to encourage activity in the right way. Your friend will no longer have any excuses to complain and will be able to keep up, enjoying the wonders that surround him and above all your company. The Compeed brand has created very comfortable plasters ( Compeed Medium Blister Plaster ) which serve to prevent and treat the annoying blisters that form behind the heel. This area, in fact, receives the pressure and mechanical action of shoes that are too tight or often not suitable for long walks. To complete the “anti-complaint kit”, you can also include balms or creams for tired feet , such as Eucerin Urearepair Plus 10% Urea Regenerating Foot Cream , which your friend can massage at the end of the long day of visits and walks. The kit can be enriched with a very useful pedometer bracelet , which will allow you to keep the number of steps under control even when you return home and start planning your next trip.

For the friend who always has cold hands and feet

Ah, winter has arrived and so have cold hands and feet ! The hands become blocks of ice and the feet? For some people this period is really problematic and why not help them with a perfect gift to face the cold. The ideal gift set, in this case, must contain Gehwol Warming Balm , which warms the feet and hydrates and softens them, avoiding cracking and dryness. To complete the anti-cold box, you can add heating insoles such as Pietrasanta Pharma Master-Aid Heating Insole or thermal socks and if you want to accompany your friend into bed, you can do so by purchasing a product such as Beurer TS double thermal mattress cover 26 , useful for warming hands and feet even when you get under the covers.

For the “panda” friend with dark circles

Dark circles are dark areas that appear in the lower area of ​​the eye, they can be swollen or sunken and of a different color ranging from brown to black . Most of the time it is a mere blemish, not linked to the presence of a pathology and this is where we can intervene to mitigate or cover the blemish. Everyone has that friend who is always there looking in the mirror to check if those damned black circles are still there or have gone away. Well! The ideal gift for this type of person is a combination of two products: one attenuating and one covering. To lighten brown dark circles due to an accumulation of melanin, or blue ones , caused by congestion in the area, you can use La Roche Posay Pigmentclar Eyes 15ml based on ferulic acid , with antioxidant action, and caffeine , which revitalizes the area . If your complexions are more mature it is necessary to use products such as Sylphar Remescar Dark Circles Bags 8ml , which reduce the signs of aging, thanks to clay minerals and a bipeptide complex. Biodue Oftalderm Gel 15ml is, however, an intensive treatment for dark circles and bags, which allows you to increase the smoothness of the skin and the tension of the bags. Improves hydration, reduces fine lines and wrinkles and gives new vitality to the gaze. To be combined with the product with a “mitigating” action, there is also the cosmetic useful for covering the eyes in the event of parties, events and other occasions that require a bright look and without black circles. To mask dark circles, you can use make-up products that help with coverage. It is necessary to choose a complementary shade to the dark circle: Avène Couvrance Stick Corrector , for example, is available in coral, to be distributed on bluish or black halos, green for areas tending towards red and yellow for purplish shades. Alternatively, you can use a double-action concealer , such as L’Oréal Accord Parfait Corrector Eye Cream , which in addition to correcting treats the area, as it is enriched with powerful hyaluronic acid.

For those who would like to travel but don’t feel like it

It is now customary to give airline tickets to destinations to discover in Europe and around the world, but often some health problems could limit this choice. Ears that suffer from pressure differences (barotrauma) or car, ship or airplane sickness (motion sickness) can prevent the lucky recipient from making the most of his gift. For this reason it is possible to complete the gift of a fantastic trip with earplugs , such as Profar Wax Earplugs or Sofarco Ohropax Classic Earplug 12 Pieces . These are products that must be applied before leaving to ensure a problem-free journey for your ears. However, it can also happen that you suffer from nausea and seasickness, car or train sickness and it is in these cases that taking products such as Dompé Xamamina 6 soft capsules of 50mg can be useful . Obviously these are products for motion sickness that contain active ingredients with pharmacological action ( Dimenhydrinate ) and for this reason the instructions on the information leaflet must be carefully read before use. If you want to give the gift of intercontinental trips, where the time zone can put a strain on your habits and sleep-wake rhythm , perhaps it is time to combine the gift with a very useful melatonin-based supplement . Products such as Marco Viti Melatonina Viti Retard Compresse can be really important for fully enjoying a trip, without symptoms of physical and mental tiredness. Having said that, merry Christmas or, better yet, have a good trip!

Other melatonin supplements for a peaceful journey:
Ibsa Melatonina 30 Orodispersible Films
Esi Melatonin Pura Microtablets
F&F Melatonin Act Drops

For a healthy beard

This is not a kit for beard care or for trimming it to its best. In this guide we want to take care of the health of the skin and the beard that covers it. In fact, we often happen to be affected by flaking and dandruff that accumulate inside the beard and on clothing. Wearing a dark sweater can therefore be a source of shame due to the accumulation of unsightly white pieces. Most of the time, when a man is affected by dandruff on his beard it means that he is dealing with the fungus Malassezia globosa . Although the name may inspire some fear, it is a microorganism that is normally present in the microflora of the skin. This fungus, which feeds on sebum, produces a substance called oleic acid which can irritate the skin and cause an acceleration of the cell renewal process which results in annoying white dandruff. The one affected could be an uncle, a cousin, a friend and so why not give them the right weapons to defeat this problem. The first element of the kit is a cleanser ( Collistar Uomo Shave Detergent Scrub for Face and Beard ) useful for cleaning and exfoliating the beard from all the dirt and sebum residues that can feed this fungus. After washing your beard thoroughly with warm water, it is necessary to apply the second product of this kit, Rilastil Man Gel Aftershave Cream , which has the ability to hydrate the epidermis with a nourishing and delicate consistency that allows you to reduce skin dryness. Finally, it will be a subjective concern to do a scrub once a week , in order to eliminate dead cells and promote the physiological renewal of the epidermis. You can use formulations such as Nuxe Resultime Collagen 3 in 1 Day Night Mask 50ml or BioNike Cosmeceutical Penta Peel Exfoliating Five Acids 12%. To complete the beard health box, you can also include a beard brush , which will allow you to deeply remove build-ups of dandruff and will allow your loved ones to wear the dark sweater they love most with peace of mind. The novelty of the last year is men’s mascara , useful for covering beard hair and white hair present in sideburns.

Other products for beard health:
Proraso Refreshing Beard Cleanser 200ml
Gillette King C. Delicate Beard Balm
Gillette King C. Gillette Beard Oil

Gift kit for new parents

Friends, cousins ​​and relatives will sooner or later become parents, sharing the joy of having a child and, therefore, why not take advantage of the opportunity to donate a box that puts the unborn child at the centre? The well-being of the first months of life is fundamental for the serenity of the child but also of mum and dad. Rice Flakes Changing Bag Box is one of the most appreciated gifts by new parents. The box contains intimate cleanser, changing paste, wipes, body hair cleanser and fluid cream which will make the daily hygiene of the newborn simpler and more pleasant. The Chicco brand has also created excellent boxes such as Chicco Baby Moments Beauty and Chicco Piccole Gioie Gift Box which can help parents take the best care of their children. To complete the gift box, you can also add a little gift to entertain the newborn baby. Excellent quality products such as Rice Flakes, Bow Plush Box or other toys are essential for children’s safe fun. The brands involved in the creation of children’s items use safe and high quality products and materials to guarantee the well-being and health of children. Another interesting product for a new mother could be Suavinex Set Manicure Girl , which is a manicure set for children, with brush, comb, toothbrush with silicone thimble, scissors, file and nail clippers.

Gifts from the Mustela line:
Mustela Backpack Changing Bag
Mustela Mustì Box
Mustela Vanity Set

For massage lovers

Whether you like giving them or receiving them, massages are one of the most relaxing practices the body can receive. A massage can be stimulating but also relaxing , depending on the speed and depth of the movements performed. That’s why massage can make you feel both lively and energetic, as well as relaxed and sleepy. It can release tension built up during work or study, reduce headaches, relax tense and aching muscles, and chase away insomnia. But massage also has aspects linked to romance and sensuality and is often used by couples to dedicate moments of enveloping intimacy. For lovers of massage therapy or for those who need a simple massage to relieve stress, here is the “Carezza della Natura” gift box. Oils are the main formulations used to make the hands slide over the body as best as possible and to hydrate and soothe the skin. Products such as Equilibra Sweet Almond Oil contain almond oil , among the most appreciated for its elasticising and hydrating action on the skin. These oils are often also used during pregnancy to prevent unsightly stretch marks. Even brands that make 100% natural products have marketed items such as Aboca Almond Oil . To enhance the action of massages, natural substances with a slightly anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving action are often added to creams and gels . Guam Anti-Cellulite Massage Cream is a cream based on capsaicin, but formulations containing Arnica, devil’s claw and aloe are also available , which guarantee effectiveness in combating pain, contractures and other problems of the musculoskeletal system. To enrich the massage gift set, in addition to oil and phytotherapeutic creams, it is possible to add small useful tools to assist massage therapy and candles for nose therapy , useful to make massages more pleasant for the senses.

For tireless athletes

There is always a sporty friend within a group, who pays attention to his figure and physique and spends most of his days in gyms and mirrors. Perhaps he will be one of the easiest people to please when it comes to gifts, and for this reason you need to understand how to put together his gift kit properly. It shouldn’t be obvious, but it is necessary to understand what his habits are in terms of daily integration and pre-workout , perhaps getting help from a sister or brother. Sport is very important, but if practiced intensely it can put the entire organism to the test and for this reason it may be recommended to take products and supplements capable of integrating nutrition and therefore micro and macronutrients necessary for all physiological functions. We are not talking only and exclusively about amino acids and proteins but also about other products that can be eaten during snacks or after completing training. Inside the gift kit for athletes we could certainly include 2-3 bars , such as Enervit The Protein Deal Mini Bar 33g or Ultimate Italia Protein Bar 40g , available in many different flavours. The kit can also contain a bottle of L-carnitine powder which is often used by athletes for its role in lipid metabolism. In fact, products such as Ultimate Italia Carnitina Fitness 120 capsules or Named Acetyl L-Carnitine 30 Tablets facilitate the transformation of fat into energy and fat burning during physical exercise. The third component of the set can be +Watt Pure Vitargo , a product to be used before training to allow a gradual release of energy, necessary to support prolonged performances, such as in endurance sports, and avoid reactive hypoglycemia phenomena. Obviously this set of products can also change based on the daily supplements that the recipient of the gift makes and for this reason it is possible to include different types of snacks for athletes . Finally, to complete the gift, we can also include a water bottle which will be useful for taking the products when you are practicing sport and if this paragraph has not convinced you, also read the purchasing guide on proteins and amino acids available on Trovaprezzi .it.

Amino acid-based supplements:
Named Sport BCAA 2:1:1
Unifarco Tablets Essential Amino Acids Envelopes
Dr. Giorgini Branched Chain Amino Acids BCAA Plus Tablets

For Beauty Routine enthusiasts

Women or men, young or old, the beauty routine is now a daily practice that involves everyone. The demand for products for the care, cleansing and treatment of facial skin has become very high, so much so that specific lines have been created for every need. Solid products, creams and serums for dry, very dry, oily or acne-prone skin: facial care is essential to delay the signs of aging as much as possible and maintain a face that is always young, luminous and free of imperfections. For this reason we have also thought about how to make this segment of people happy and we have put together a series of ideas that can help you in choosing the right gift to wrap. First of all, it is necessary to identify the skin type of the recipient of the gift and read on the various labels whether the products are suitable or not, and in this way you will avoid gross errors. Generally speaking, contrary to popular belief, winter skin is more hydrated but tends to get damaged and redden more frequently due to the cold and wind and for this reason it is necessary to protect it. For greater clarity, we will divide the products according to skin type.

Ideal gift products for dry skin

For these skin types the fundamental rule is hydration and nourishment and for this reason the products to be used must contain substances aimed at restoring the hydrolipidic balance, such as Aloe vera, glycerin, hyaluronic acid and collagen . The first product to choose is a hydrating cleanser for dry skin that does not further dry out the skin, such as Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel . To this will be added products such as moisturizing creams to be applied during the night ( Clarins Multi-Intensive Night Cream All Skin Types ) for skin regeneration and plumping and nourishing serums such as Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler + Elasticity Day Cream SPF15 , useful especially in cases of particularly dry skin. “ It is recommended to drink at least 1 and a half liters of water a day, so as to promote body hydration and improve the elasticity of the skin ”. This phrase can be added to the greeting card to complete the gift for your friend with dry or very dry skin.

Ideal gift products for oily skin

This skin is very easy to recognize, even to the eyes of an inexperienced person and in fact it is possible to notice a face that is often very oily and shiny due to excess sebum . This skin can lead to impurities and acne very easily and therefore the beauty routine in these cases turns out to be almost fundamental, not to mention necessary. Giving products to help oily skin stay healthy is a real gift of well-being and for this reason they are often very welcome gifts. The daily routine for oily skin must be aimed at eliminating excess sebum and impurities to prevent inflammation and the consequent formation of acne, but without drying the facial skin too much. You need to wash your face morning and evening with delicate products with an antibacterial action such as Bioderma Sebium Gel Moussant . You must then add gel moisturizers with a light and non-oily texture to the gift box, such as La Roche Posay Effaclar H Iso-Biome Crema or other Lierac brand formulations specially designed for oily and impure skin. To treat oily skin at 360 degrees, you can also add a clay mask to the gift kit to be used once a week, useful for reducing the layer of sebum produced by the skin. “Use these products and don’t overdo it. Frequent washing would in fact create inflammation and lead to an increase in sebum production, thus worsening the problem . ” This is, however, the phrase that can be added to the greeting card to complete the gift for your friend with oily or impure skin.

Ideal products for combination skin

These are the most difficult skin types to recognize and therefore also the most difficult to give Christmas gifts to. The skin is dry in the cheek area, while on the chin, nose and forehead it tends to shine and produce impurities in greater quantities and for this reason cleaning and the wrong products can even worsen the skin situation. It is therefore important to follow a skincare routine that does not neglect hydration, but without using overly nourishing active ingredients, which would only weigh down the skin and encourage the emergence of new imperfections even outside the areas defined as critical. For this gift box, micellar water or cleansing gels have been included, such as Uriage Eau Thermale Micellar Water Cleansing Combination Skin , which act with contrast cleansing, which consists in the use of products containing surfactants that remove impurities, excess sebum and accumulations of smog and dirt that accumulate on the skin. These cleansers are preferred throughout the year compared to affinity cleansers such as facial oil and cleansing milk, which can be heavy on the skin, especially in the summer season. Masks and creams to help the skin remain regenerated and free of imperfections cannot be missing from the skincare of a person with combination skin. Products such as Vichy Idealia Energizing Smoothing and Illuminating Cream Normal Skin and  Lierac Hydragenist Gel-Cream 50ml are recommended for the daily hydration of these more or less sensitive skin. If you are in a hurry and don’t want to choose between countless cosmetic products and facial formulations for combination skin, you can choose the already assembled box ( Nuxe Trousse Routine Aquabella Mixed Skin ).

Pre-packaged facial care boxes:
Filorga NCEF Reverse Christmas box
Filorga Time-Filler Eyes 5XP
Eucerin Christmas box Hyaluron Filler 3X Effect

Give the gift of the beauty of hyaluronic acid

It is a molecule naturally present in the body, which is concentrated above all in the eyes and joints and is considered an elixir for the health and appearance of skin and hair. The regular and constant use of creams, serums and gels based on hyaluronic acid allows you to limit the loss of water, which would otherwise evaporate from the superficial layers of the epidermis. In addition to hydrating, these formulations combat skin aging by acting on wrinkles and expression lines. It is often sold in formulations, where it is combined with other ingredients such as ceramides , which restore the skin’s hydrolipidic skin barrier, improving its appearance. The addition of vitamins can also be a winning weapon in dealing with oxidative stress and free radicals which damage the skin and cause ageing. There are many products that can be chosen as a Christmas gift based on hyaluronic acid. Some examples could be Vichy Mineral 89 Hydration Box , L’Erboristica Global Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum , Collistar Collagen + Malachite Cream Balm Box or La Saponaria Multiple Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid . These gifts will be greatly appreciated by both young and older recipients, such as grandmothers, aunts and uncles. It is always advisable to check the labels to check whether low and high molecular weight hyaluronic acid is present in the formulation . The former, in particular, gives a more plumping and anti-aging action , while the one with a high molecular weight has a more superficial and restructuring effect on the skin. To complete the gift and improve the action of hyaluronic acid, within the layers of the skin, it is also possible to add useful dermarollers for microneedling . Instruments made up of small rollers equipped with micro-needles, which when massaged into the skin, allow the penetration of the active ingredients even into the deeper layers of the epidermis.

Technology at the service of health

Whether it’s the latest model of blood pressure monitor or the latest model of smartphone, it doesn’t matter. At Christmas, technology is always highly appreciated, especially if it serves well-being and health. Grandma will surely be happy to receive a brand new electromedical device and perhaps you will receive the latest iPhone model in exchange . Returning to the most popular technological health products, there is certainly Sanitas SBC 15 blood pressure monitor or Omron Blood pressure monitor + ECG Complete . These devices, which are divided into wrist or arm monitors , help keep blood pressure under control, especially if you suffer from hypertension. Other very useful diagnostic tools, perhaps even to be used after holiday meals, are glucometers. These are tools, such as the Roche Accu-Chek Mobile Glucometer , which are used to monitor blood sugar levels in case of diabetes. They are therefore indispensable tools for the well-being of older people, but not only. In fact, it is also possible to give aerosol devices as gifts which are often used during children’s colds. And for the friend who treats every airway pathology (such as sore throat, cough or cold) with aerosol therapy sessions , why not make him happy too? Don’t forget innovation, with latest generation products such as portable aerosols , to be used while working or doing household chores or to aerosolize children at play. Finally, if you want to give a gift without sparing expense, why not give a device for magnetotherapy or tecartherapy , for all those who love taking care of skin blemishes such as cellulite, but above all for those sports friends who often get injured . A strain during the usual soccer game or a contracture during the gym session may make it necessary to use electromedical devices such as the I-Tech Mag2000 magnetotherapy device . Devices that exploit electromagnetic stimulation of the cells that form tissues to bring well-being to the entire body.

For those who care about heart health

Polar H9 Heart Rate Sensor is a chest strap with heart rate sensor, useful for accurate ECG heart rate monitoring during physical activity. In fact, compared to common blood pressure monitoring devices, this device is used during sporting activities and indoor and outdoor training. It is the right gift for all those who run and practice high-intensity physical activity and always want to keep their cardiac parameters under control, with innovative tools and not with classic smartwatches , which can reach very high prices. These chest straps allow you to send all the data to apps and digital devices, in order to have precise and frequent reports on your state of well-being.

For honey lovers

There are those who would use honey to cure any ailment or to sweeten any dish. For this reason, giving jars of honey as gifts may not be a bad idea, especially if used sparingly and rationally. One of the varieties most appreciated for its emollient virtues is certainly Manuka honey (available in jars but also in candies and buccal tablets). But there are many types of honey that can be given as gifts, such as eucalyptus or chestnut honey. To complete the gift it is possible to package the jar with a useful and specific wooden honey spoon .

For lovers…and that’s it!

There are those who demonstrate love by giving a bouquet of roses or a trip to Paris, but there are those who manage to demonstrate love even under the covers. Attraction towards your partner, sexual understanding and experimentation with new pleasures are one of the greatest demonstrations of love… so why not give a nice sex toy at Christmas? Items like Durex Play Vibrations or Durex Play little devil can make unexpected love explode or rekindle and there’s no headache to worry about. Once you have chosen the most suitable gift, remember to package it and amaze the whole family!

Certainly! Here’s a tabular guide for giving the gift of health during Christmas. This guide includes different health-oriented gift ideas categorized by recipients and preferences:

Remember to tailor your gift choice to the recipient’s interests and needs to make it meaningful and thoughtful. Health-focused gifts can promote well-being and show that you care about their health and happiness.