Himshikha Shukla
From beauty upgrades and statement scents to wellness hampers and everyday indulgences, these thoughtful picks make Raksha Bandhan gifting feel a little more personal.
Raksha Bandhan gifting does not always have to mean another box of sweets or a last-minute envelope. A well-chosen beauty, grooming or wellness find can feel far more personal, especially when it matches someone’s everyday habits and little indulgences. Whether they love trying new hairstyles, collecting fragrances, discovering skincare or simply appreciate something useful with a touch of luxury, there is plenty to explore. This edit brings together thoughtful picks across budgets, with ideas that feel celebratory without being predictable.
Streax Ultimate Hair Styling Kit
For anyone who loves experimenting with different hairstyles, the Streax Ultimate Hair Styling Kit brings together three essentials for a complete protect, style and shine routine. The Streax Heat Protect Spray helps shield hair from heat styling tools, while the Streax Hair Highlighting Kit adds vibrant colour and dimension for those in the mood for a change. Completing the trio, the Streax Shine Hair Serum helps tame frizz and flyaways while leaving hair smooth and glossy. Fun, practical and easy to use, this curated set makes a lively beauty gift.
Website: professional.streax.in
Instagram: @streaxindia
PROTOUCH Airshot Hair Multi-Styler
For someone who enjoys salon-style hair without the salon appointment, the PROTOUCH Airshot Hair Multi-Styler makes a serious upgrade. Powered by negative ion technology, it helps reduce frizz, enhance shine and minimise heat damage. Five versatile attachments, including auto-wrap curling barrels, a blow brush, air styling concentrator and Coanda anti-flyaway dryer, make it possible to curl, smooth, volumise and straighten with one device. With three wind speeds and four temperature settings, styling can be tailored to different needs. Priced at ₹20,000, it is a splurge-worthy pick for a dedicated hair enthusiast.
Website: protouchskin.com
Instagram: @protouchofficial
Nostalgia, Bottled With Blur India
Blur India’s This Is Milk collection adds a playful, nostalgic twist to fragrance gifting. The milkshake-inspired gourmand perfumes come in Hot Chocolate, Yum Éclairs, Pistachio Gelato and Honey Swirl, with comforting notes of vanilla, caramel, honey and warm musk. The milk-bottle-shaped packaging gives the range an instantly familiar charm, while the scents themselves are designed to last up to eight hours with noticeable projection. Sweet, quirky and conversation-starting, these fragrances work especially well for anyone who likes their perfume with a little personality.
Website: blurindia.com
Instagram: @blurindia_
Savana’s Pocket-Friendly Perfume Picks
A fragrance is always an easy gift, especially for someone who enjoys changing scents with their mood. Savana’s new perfume edit offers approachable options including Soft Girl Hours Eau de Parfum, priced at ₹490 for 20 ml, in a compact handbag-friendly format. Berry Obsessed Eau de Parfum comes in a larger 50 ml bottle for ₹890, along with a 20 ml version at ₹490. With flexible sizes and accessible pricing, the range is well suited to anyone who enjoys experimenting with fragrance without committing to just one signature scent.
Website: savana.com
Instagram: @savana
Nature’s Sibling Code Hamper
For those who enjoy slowing down with a proper self-care ritual, Nature’s Sibling Code hampers by Nat Habit, priced at ₹1,250 each, offer plenty to unpack. The assortments bring together fresh Ayurveda-inspired products spanning face washes, Rosemary Hair Jal, soaps, face packs, moisturisers, lip butter, Gulab Jal, Hand Malai and relaxing Lavender Foot Salts. Covering skincare, haircare and body care, the sets feel indulgent while still being genuinely useful. Thoughtfully curated and ready to gift, they are an easy choice for anyone who appreciates botanical beauty and a little at-home pampering.
Website: nathabit.in
Instagram: @nathabit.in
Macros Two-Step Skincare Protocol
For someone who likes skincare simple and efficient, Macros’ two-step protocol keeps the routine refreshingly uncomplicated. The Active Concentrate – Multi-Action Face Gel is designed for morning use, combining hydration, defence and protein reinforcement in one lightweight step. At night, Recovery Concentrate – Serum Soaked Cleansing Wipes combine cleansing with treatment while supporting detoxification, repair and hydration through the skin’s recovery cycle. Priced at ₹599 each, the duo makes a practical pick for busy routines and minimal skincare shelves.
Website: macros.live
Instagram: @macros.live
Dipsy’s Botanical Skincare Duo
Dipsy brings Indian botanicals and modern formulation science together in two gender-neutral skincare essentials. Malli Malli Moisturiser, priced at ₹1,999, offers up to 48 hours of hydration with coriander seed oil, kokum butter, mango butter and neroli oil in a lightweight matte formula that can also double as a primer. Teja Mandara Gel-to-Milk Cleanser, priced at ₹2,999 for 100 ml, uses hibiscus, moringa, alkanet root and ginger lily to cleanse without leaving skin feeling stripped. Vegan and cruelty-free, the pair makes an elevated choice for someone serious about skincare.
Website: dipsy.store
Instagram: @dipsy_skincare
Luxiora’s New Nude Lipstick Edit
For the makeup lover whose collection can always accommodate one more lipstick, Luxiora Cosmetics’ Luxe Liquid Lipstick range offers five new nude shades: Gulabi Glow, Crush Tone, Bare Vibe, Chai Date and Masala Mood. Designed to complement Indian skin tones, the ₹299 liquid mattes offer one-swipe colour, a velvety finish and up to 12 hours of wear. Vitamin E, olive oil, castor oil, rosemary, candelilla and SPF 15 add a nourishing touch to the transfer-proof formula. Affordable and wearable, the collection makes an easy little beauty indulgence.
Website: luxioracosmetics.com
Instagram: @luxioraofficial
Vanaha’s Botanical Hair & Skin Essentials
Vanaha offers two nourishing botanical picks for those who prefer their beauty routines rooted in traditional ingredients. Vanaha Hair Nourisher, priced at ₹790, blends 28 Indian herbs with coconut, almond and sesame oils to nourish the scalp and support stronger, healthier-looking hair. The Calendula & Red French Marigold Salve, priced at ₹750, combines calendula, marigold, bacuri butter, jojoba oil and other botanical ingredients to comfort dry or irritated skin. Useful, naturally inspired and easy to work into everyday routines, both products make thoughtful wellness-led additions to a festive gift bag.
Website: vanaha.co.in
Instagram: @vanaha_botanicals
Celebrate With Kenstar Air Fryer range
This festive season, bring home the joy of indulgent flavours with Kenstar’s versatile Air Fryer range. Designed to make everyday cooking smarter and celebrations more delicious, the range combines advanced technology with effortless convenience. Powered by 360° Turbo Air Technology, Kenstar Air Fryers circulate hot air rapidly for evenly cooked, crisp results with up to 90% less oil. With a versatile 80°C–200°C temperature range, multiple capacities, digital controls, preset cooking menus and easy-to-monitor see-though window, single & double basket options, there’s an Air Fryer for every kitchen and occasion. From festive snacks to everyday favourites, enjoy chef-style perfection at home, with India’s widest range of Air Fryers from Kenstar.
Website: kenstar.in
Instagram: @kenstarindia
Forever Lite Ultra Kulfi Flavour
For someone who keeps wellness in mind but still enjoys familiar Indian flavours, Forever Lite Ultra Kulfi Flavour puts a modern nutritional spin on the nostalgic taste of kulfi. The Made-in-India meal replacement provides 13g of plant-based protein from Soy Protein Isolate, along with prebiotic fibre, 12 vitamins and eight essential minerals. With no added sugar and convenient single-serve stick packs, it slips easily into busy routines while keeping the experience enjoyable. Slightly unexpected yet practical, it makes an interesting addition to a wellness-focused festive hamper.
Website: foreverliving.com
Instagram: @flpindia