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06th Dec 2023
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Christmas gifts that look after your body and mind

Whether they’re getting into fitness or are prioritising mindfulness, or looking after their skin — here are six thoughtful gifts that will help prioritise self-care.

We all want to give considered gifts this Christmas, and one idea we love is giving presents that focus on our health and wellbeing, helping our loved ones to look after themselves. Health truly is one of our greatest assets, so whether you want to give something that will help them sleep better, ease stress or promote all-around health, Meaghers has lots of great gift ideas for your loved ones.

For fitness fans

Innova Mini Relaxation & Recovery Gun, €74.96

This massage gun is ideal for easing muscles that are tight or sore after exercise. Gym bunnies, runners and anyone who plays sport will definitely thank you for it. 

It comes with eight interchangeable heads for different muscle groups, and has two different speeds, allowing you to tailor it to specific points on your body, while a charging cable means it’s easy to charge it up and use it wherever and whenever you need.

For promoting mindfulness

DesignWorks Ink Come As You Are Wellness Journal, €27

This wellness journal is perfect for those who want to start a more regular check-in with themselves mentally, but are not sure where to start. Providing prompts to help you celebrate small wins, practice gratitude and let go of things that are not helping you, it guides you to help promote a better mental space.

Its attractive design and fun stickers to track your progress also mean you’re more likely to stick with it.

For good gut health

Symprove 12-Week Programme ( 8 + 4 free), €199.99

We are becoming more and more aware of how our gut impacts our overall health, from how we absorb the nutrients in our food, to how our immune system functions, to how our mood is. 

Our gut health can be poor for a number of reasons, but the Symprove 12-Week Programme is a great way to get it back on track. It contains a unique formulation of live and active bacteria that works to support your gut microbiome. Through a patented delivery system, these beneficial bacteria bypass the harsh stomach environment and reach the targeted areas of your gut, where they can flourish and provide their numerous benefits. It’s the perfect gift to boost someone’s overall wellbeing. 

For skincare obsessives

Zooki Supercharged Bundle, €185.75

We all know someone who is constantly buying the latest creams and serums, but good skin health starts from within. Vitamin C and collagen have many benefits, from supporting immunity to bone health, but both can also be beneficial for our skin. 

Zook’s vitamin C and collagen are delivered in liposomes, meaning they are more easily absorbed by your body. 

For little ones 

The Irish Fairy Door Company The Calming Caterpillar, €40

Children can struggle to deal with big emotions, especially feelings of worry or anxiety. Designed by The Irish Fairy Door Company, The Calming Caterpillar is a weighted soft toy and a timer to help them take a moment to breathe. 

The caterpillar has Velcro feet and a bendy fidget antenna, while its weighted body can help children to feel grounded. Watching sand pass through the timer allows them to take some time to process their feelings, teaching them healthy techniques for the future. 

For glowing skin

 
This kit contains a dynamic duo of Pestle & Mortar’s Erase Balm Cleanser and Renew Gel Cleanser, which work together to deeply cleanse, hydrate, and illuminate your skin, addressing dullness, clogged pores, and dryness. Elevate your skincare routine effortlessly with a refined complexion with tightened pores and improved skin tone and texture.
 
This powerful collection soothes, hydrates and protects delicate skin. It includes La Roche-Posay’s Toleriane Caring Wash, a gentle daily face wash that deeply cleanses without over drying; Pure Niacinamide 10 Serum, which evens skin tone, repairs and brightens; and Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Serum, an intensely hydrating treatment clinically proven to re-plump and repair skin in just 24 hours.
 
SkinGredients PrePRO + ProAge Gift Set, Was €75, Now €56.25
 
Bursting with skintelligent formulations, this restorative set contains PreProbiotic® Cleanse, a gentle daily cleanser that removes SPF, oil, debris and make-up with ease as well as giving back to the skin with its creamy, dreamy preprobiotic formula, AND the award-winning Skin Protein, a pro-ageing vitamin A and C serum that tightens, brightens and repairs the skin with visible results. It also includes a cleanse off mitt and luxury vanity bag.
 
This set includes the essentials for radiant skin and bright eyes – the legendary Double Serum, enriched with 21 of the most powerful plant extracts to target signs of ageing; Double Serum Eye, which targets the eye area; the essential Beauty Flash Balm, to be used as a daily treatment or mask to awaken the complexion’s radiance; and the addictive Lip Oil that will make your mouth water.

Meaghers Pharmacy is a leading pharmacy with 9 Dublin-based locations and a thriving online store at meaghers.ie. Speak to the Meaghers teams today for best advice and support around health & wellness, skincare and beauty.