8 Christmas Gifts For Dad That He’ll Actually Use

Finding a Christmas present for mum is hard. But buying Christmas gifts for dad is even harder.

We know he’ll love whatever we give him (read: cheap stocking stuffers), the struggle is in finding a gift he’ll actually use. Traditionally, dads like practical gifts, gadgets and tech, minimal fuss and maximum relaxation. While mum will love a ridiculously large scented candle, dad just won’t get it.

So if finding Christmas gifts for dad has been tough, keep reading, we’ve got some recommendations…

Kiehl’s Fresh Start Men’s Essentials Gift Set

Get dad to prioritise self-care and luxuriating with this simple but delightful kit of men’s essentials. There’s a gel cleanser and energising facial moisturiser for a succinct skincare routine, and a body scrub soap bar for him to use in the shower.

$126 at Kiehl’s

Braun Series 8 Wet & Dry Shaver 8563cc

This practical gadget ticks a lot of dad’s boxes, plus it’s top of the line tech provides a premium experience that emulates a trip to the barber. The waterproof shaver has been designed to effortlessly cut dry and wet hair even in those tricky places that are usually hard to get to.

was $699 now $399.99 at Chemist Warehouse

Proraso Eucalyptus After Shave Lotion

If your dad’s a classic kind of guy, then you can’t go wrong with a classic bottle of aftershave. Infused with eucalyptus oil and witch hazel, this Italian export utilises a combination of natural ingredients to cool and tone the skin after shaving.

$29.95 at MYER

Aesop Refresh Body Cleansing Slab

While we’re not sure that dad would necessarily appreciate the luxurious skin care Aesop offers, we do think he’ll be partial to this bergamot, ylang ylang and lime enriched body bar. The non-drying formula has been infused with essential oils to help gently cleanse the skin.

$35 at MYER

Kenzo Homme Marine EDT

Kenzo’s Homme Marine fragrance boasts a refreshingly simple composition of aquatic and woody notes. The eau de toilette opens with sea notes and reveals a heart of white floral ylang-ylang petals, with a grounding base of sandalwood and musk.

$123 at MYER

Hunter Lab Hair Care Kit Holiday Gift Set 2023

This haircare set will look so fantastic in dad’s shower that even mum will appreciate the thought. The formula isn’t too shabby either and includes hemp seed oil and silk amino acids thicken and strengthen hair. The shampoo has been fragranced with basil, grapefruit and geranium, while the conditioner bears notes of aniseed and geranium leaf.

was $85 now $76 at Chemist Warehouse

Hermès H24 EDT

Hermès established this fragrance as a response to the modern man. It combines elements of wood, floral and metallic notes (sage, narcissus, rosewood and sclarene) to represent the contemporary synergistic relationship between nature and technology.

$135 at MYER

David Jones Waffle Robe

Keep dad cosy with this luxurious waffle robe from David Jones these holidays. With a classic silhouette, practical pockets and a simple waist tie you really can’t go wrong.

$104.95 at David Jones

What are you giving your dad this Christmas?

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