Some Christmas gifts get a polite 'oh, you shouldn't have'. Then they go in a drawer.
Good haircare is different. It's the kind of gift they'll actually use, right down to the last, glorious drop.
The trick is matching the gift to the hair.
So, we've gone ahead and made it easy for you. Great gift ideas, sorted by hair type, personality or budget.
Every Pump product is made in Australia, vegan friendly and PETA certified cruelty free. Which makes it a very easy gift to feel good about.
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Christmas haircare gifts at a glance
From Kris Kringle to the big one under the tree.
| Gift | What's inside | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pump Shampoo Brush | Contoured scalp brush | Kris Kringle | $9.98 |
| Travel minis | One 50ml mini | Stocking fillers | $15.95 each |
| Escape Collection Packs | Four 50ml minis and a calico bag | The summer traveller | $55.95 |
| Unwrapped Christmas Tins | Three full-size products, tissue and a reusable tin | Almost anyone | $79.95 |
| Kurly Kidz Unwrapped Christmas Pack | Kids' shampoo, conditioner and leave-in spray | Little curls | $44.95 |
| Ultimate Sets | The full routine for one hair type | The big gift | $125.63 to $297.19 |
| Pump E-Gift Card | Credit to spend on Pump | The hard to buy for | $25 to $200 |
The hero gift: Unwrapped Christmas Tins
If you only buy one thing from this guide, make it one of our gorgeous Christmas packs.
Inside every one:
- a full-size shampoo
- a full-size conditioner
- a third full-size leave-in product to finish the ritual
- Christmas tissue paper
- a reusable tin that outlives the bottles
All of that for just $79.95. You're paying for two products, and the third is on us.
(And we'll throw in the tin, too).
The best part? It arrives ready to go. No wrapping paper needed.
Here's your cheat sheet.
Rich Repair: for hair that's in need of some TLC
For hair that's been through the works. Colour. Straighteners. Bleach.
This shampoo, conditioner and heat protection spray offer deep moisture, repair and protection for hair that wants to feel soft and glossy again.
Blonde Perfect: for the bleach obsessed (and perfect for natural grey & silver hair, too!)
Shampoo, conditioner and Leave-in Toning Spray.
ColourRight™ Blonde Technology neutralises yellow tones, so blonde, silver and grey stays cool and bright between salon visits. Her colourist will thank you too.
Curly Girl: for the one who loves their curls
Shampoo, conditioner and Spring Back Curls. Curly Girl approved and silicone-free.
Spring Back Curls revives second-day curls, so the bounce comes back without a rewash.
Full Volume: for fine hair that needs a little vava voom
Shampoo, conditioner and Volumising Spray.
Lightweight lift that doesn't weigh hair down. For the person whose hair has given up by lunchtime.
Growth Boost: for the one growing it out
Shampoo, conditioner and Anti Breakage + Split End Remedy Spray.
For anyone mid grow-out who wants to look after their ends along the way. Grow it like you mean it.
Travel haircare kits for the summer holiday crew
Christmas in Australia means road trips, beach houses and cross country flights .
And trust me, hotel shampoo is rarely your friend.
Each Escape Collection Pack has four 50ml minis from one range and a calico Escape bag, for just $55.95.
At 50ml each, they sit under the 100ml carry-on liquid limit. Straight into the cabin bag.
Every pack has shampoo, conditioner and a mask. The fourth product depends on the range:
- Rich Repair Escape Collection with Heat Protection Spray
- Blonde Perfect Escape Collection with Leave-in Treatment Spray
- Curly Girl Escape Collection with Spring Back Curls Spray
- Full Volume Escape Collection with Volumising Spray
- Growth Boost Escape Collection with Anti Breakage + Split End Remedy Spray
Luxury haircare gifts: Ultimate Sets
For the one you want to impress. Your partner. Your mum. The friend who got you through this year.
Each Ultimate Set is the complete ritual for one hair type, priced below buying every product on its own.
- Rich Repair Ultimate Set ($232.60)
- Blonde Perfect Ultimate Set ($198.65)
- Curly Girl Ultimate Set ($238.55)
- Growth Boost Ultimate Set ($297.19), with BioGro™ Anti-Hairfall Serum
- Scalp Therapy Ultimate Set ($125.63), with an exfoliating scrub and scalp brush
Stocking fillers and haircare gifts under $20
Small, useful and perfect for gifting.
Travel minis are $15.95 each and available in all six ranges.
Our top picks:
- Rich Repair Heat Protection Spray mini for the daily straightener
- Blonde Perfect Toning Mask mini for the blonde
Under $10, the Pump Shampoo Brush ($9.98) lifts scalp buildup while they wash. Kris Kringle, sorted.
Filling a few stockings? Build A Bundle and save as you add more.
Gifts for kids: Little curls
The Kurly Kidz Unwrapped Christmas Pack ($44.95) has the shampoo (350ml), conditioner (350ml) and leave-in spray (250ml), ready to go under the tree.
The range gently cleanses, fights frizz, detangles and defines. No nasties, and fragranced with natural essential oils.
Fewer knots at bath time. Fewer tears. Everyone wins.
Gifts for those difficult to buy for
The Pump E-Gift Card comes in values from $25 to $200. They get to choose exactly what they love.
It's digital, so it's also the best last-minute save on this list.
How to choose: a hairdresser's cheat sheet
Not sure what to buy?
- Peek at their shower shelf. Purple shampoo means blonde. Curl cream means curly. Dry shampoo everywhere usually means fine hair that wants volume.
- Still stuck? Pick the tin from the range they already use, or try our Hair Matchmaker quiz.
Christmas gifts for her
Most people rarely treat themselves to the full routine. That's exactly why it makes a great gift. A tin in her hair type is the easy win. An Ultimate Set is the big gesture.
Haircare gifts for men
Solve one problem. The Scalp Therapy Trio ($91) suits hats, helmets and the gym. The Full Volume Trio adds lift to fine hair. More ideas in our hair guide for every dad.
Find Their Perfect Haircare Gift
Christmas gifting FAQs
What's the best haircare gift if I don't know their hair type?
An E-Gift Card. If you'd rather give something to unwrap, Rich Repair is the safest tin to pick blind. Moisture and heat protection suit most hair.
Are the Christmas tins good value?
Yes. Each tin holds $110.85 of full-size products for $79.95. It comes ready to give, and it qualifies for free standard shipping in Australia.
Can you take Pump travel minis on a plane?
The minis in the Escape Collection Packs are 50ml each, under the 100ml carry-on limit. Flying overseas? Check your airline's rules.
What are good haircare stocking fillers under $20?
Travel minis ($15.95) and the Pump Shampoo Brush ($9.98).
Is Pump Haircare Australian made, vegan and cruelty free?
Yes to all three. Every product is made in Australia, vegan friendly and PETA certified cruelty free. It's also sulphate-free and colour safe, which matters if they colour their hair.
Good hair. Great gifts.
Every tin, travel kit, set and stocking filler in this guide lives in one place.
Merry Christmas from all of us at Pump 💜
