Employee Gifting
Best Wellness Gifts for Employees
By Gifting by Cladure Team8 min read
A wellness gift says "take a moment for yourself" without saying it in a memo. The best ones are simple: a cup of tea in the evening, a candle on a shelf, a journal on the desk, a bottle that gets refilled all day. This guide covers those gifts, the hampers that combine them, and how to describe them honestly.
Quick answer: For large teams, an evening herbal tea, a scented candle or a reed diffuser keeps the cost under about ₹300 per person. For a fuller gift, a journal or an insulated bottle sits in the ₹650 to ₹900 band. Wellness hampers, around ₹1,450 to ₹1,550 for employees and above ₹3,000 for leaders, combine several of these in one box. Describe the gifts as what they are, a tea, a candle, a journal, and avoid health claims on the card.
How did we choose these wellness gifts?
- Calm, not clinical. We chose everyday comforts, tea, fragrance, writing, water, rather than products that suggest a medical benefit.
- Suitable for a mixed team. Every pick works for any age, role or faith; fragrance and diet are the two things to check.
- Used regularly. A gift that becomes part of a routine is remembered; a gadget used once is not.
- Branding that stays quiet. A sleeve, a box or a card suits a personal gift better than a large logo.
The best wellness gifts for employees
Evening herbal tea
A pack of tea meant for the evening is a small, personal gift that suits remote and office employees alike. At under ₹200, it works for whole teams, wellness weeks and as an add-on to a larger box. Check the label for ingredients and caffeine if that matters to your team, and describe it on the card simply as an evening tea. A branded sleeve or a sticker carries the logo.
Example from our rangeOpen Secret Un-junked Sleep TeaFrom ₹161 per unit, indicativeHibiscus herbal tea
A hibiscus tea has a bright colour and a tart flavour, and it can be brewed hot or poured over ice; check the label for ingredients before describing it to people who avoid caffeine. It sits around ₹230, so it suits large teams and pairs well with a mug or a journal. Add a printed card with a short note from the team.
Example from our rangeSancha Tea Hibiscus Herbal TeaFrom ₹234 per unit, indicativeScented candle
A scented candle is the simplest way to make a home corner feel calmer at the end of a workday. Single candles sit under ₹250, so they work for big teams, Women's Day and festive add-ons. Choose a mild fragrance for a mixed group, and brand the box or the lid label.
Example from our rangeSpice & Flame Scented CandleFrom ₹192 per unit, indicativeReed diffuser
A reed diffuser gives a room a gentle fragrance without a flame, which suits people in shared flats, hostels and offices where candles are not allowed. It sits under ₹300, a good band for whole teams. Brand the box or add a sleeve; check that the fragrance is mild enough for a shared space.
Example from our rangeEkam Reed DiffuserFrom ₹266 per unit, indicativeAromatherapy tealights
A pack of aromatherapy tealights is a low-cost add-on that turns a tea, a journal or a holder into a fuller gift. At under ₹100, it suits very large teams and event goody bags. Describe it by its fragrance rather than by any effect, and brand the outer pack.
Example from our rangeAromatherapy 20 Pack Tea Light CandlesFrom ₹87 per unit, indicativeInsulated steel bottle
A double-wall steel bottle sits on the desk all day and gets refilled, which makes it one of the most used gifts a team can receive. At around ₹650 to ₹900, it suits employees at every level and travels well to home addresses. Steel takes a printed or engraved logo well; the quote confirms the method. Compare materials in steel vs copper vs glass bottles.
Example from our rangeSkyline Spring Double Wall Vacuum Bottle 500 mlFrom ₹649 per unit, indicativeJournal
A good journal gives people a place to plan the week, note ideas or simply write things down. A multifunction journal around ₹875 suits managers, high performers and anyone who already keeps notes by hand. The cover takes a debossed or printed logo, depending on the material. See diary vs planner vs notebook for the difference between formats.
Example from our rangeJournal MultifunctionFrom ₹875 per unit, indicativeWellness and treats hamper
A hamper that combines calming pieces with treats is a complete gift for a wellness week, a work anniversary or year-end. It sits around ₹1,470, a common band for team gifting. Check the listing for what is inside, and for dietary needs if it includes food. The box and card carry the brand.
Example from our rangeWellness & Treats HamperFrom ₹1,470 per unit, indicativeWorkday wellness hamper
A wellness hamper themed around the working day suits hybrid teams and people who spend long hours at a desk. At around ₹1,540, it works for managers, top performers and rewards programmes. Brand the box and add a printed note; check the listing for its contents before you describe them on the card.
Example from our rangeWorkday Wellness HamperFrom ₹1,540 per unit, indicativePremium wellness hamper
For senior leaders, long-serving employees or a special milestone, a larger wellness hamper above ₹3,000 gives a generous, unhurried gift. It suits retirements, anniversaries and leadership gifts at Diwali or year-end. A branded box, ribbon tag and a personal card from the leadership team are the right finishing touch.
Example from our rangeSerenity Wellness HamperFrom ₹3,290 per unit, indicative
Which wellness hamper fits which budget?
| Budget per person | What fits | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Under ₹300 | Evening or herbal tea, a scented candle, a reed diffuser, tealights | Whole teams, wellness weeks, add-ons |
| ₹600 to ₹1,000 | An insulated bottle or a journal, or two small items together | Employees, hybrid teams |
| ₹1,400 to ₹1,600 | A wellness hamper | Managers, rewards, anniversaries |
| Above ₹3,000 | A larger wellness hamper | Leaders, retirements, milestones |
Prices are indicative per unit. Branding, packaging, GST and delivery are confirmed in your written quote, and minimum quantities vary by product. For more choices, browse wellness and self-care gifts and scented candles.
More wellness hampers and add-ons
What should a wellness gift card not claim?
Wellness gifts are easy to over-describe. A card that promises better sleep, less stress or improved health makes a claim the product may not support, and it can read as a comment on the recipient. Keep the message about appreciation instead:
- Describe the item, not an effect. "An evening tea for a quiet cup after work" rather than "a tea that helps you sleep".
- Thank people for something specific. A product launch, a busy quarter or a year of work gives the gift a reason.
- Check fragrance and diet. Choose mild fragrances for shared spaces, and check food labels for ingredients and allergens.
- Do not replace real support. A gift is a thank-you; it is not a substitute for leave, workload planning or an employee assistance programme.
When do wellness gifts work best?
- Women's Day on 8 March: a candle, a tea or a journal for the whole team. See Women's Day corporate gifts.
- After a demanding project or quarter: a hamper for the team that delivered it, as part of rewards and recognition.
- Work anniversaries and birthdays: a personal gift that is not another desk accessory. See milestone gifts.
- Diwali and year-end: a wellness hamper as an alternative to sweets. Diwali 2027 falls on Friday 29 October.
How do you order wellness gifts for a team?
Share the quantity, budget per gift, branding, delivery date and city list when you request a quote. We are based in Delhi NCR and deliver across India, and one order can be split across offices and home addresses, which suits remote teams. The written quote confirms price, GST, minimum quantity, branding method and delivery. To put several items together, build your own gift box.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are good wellness gifts for employees?
Everyday comforts work best: an evening or herbal tea, a scented candle or reed diffuser, a journal, an insulated bottle, or a wellness hamper that combines several of these.
How much should we spend on a wellness gift per employee?
Small items such as tea, candles and diffusers sit under about ₹300. A journal or bottle sits around ₹650 to ₹900, and wellness hampers start around ₹1,450.
Can we say a wellness gift improves sleep or reduces stress?
We advise against it. Describe the gift as what it is and thank people for something specific; avoid health claims on the card or packaging.
Are scented gifts suitable for everyone?
Not always. Some people are sensitive to fragrance, so choose mild scents for a mixed team, or swap in a tea, a journal or a bottle.
Can wellness gifts be branded?
Yes. Hampers and candles usually carry a branded box, sleeve or card, and bottles and journals can be printed, engraved or debossed depending on the material. The quote confirms the method.
Can wellness gifts be sent to remote employees?
Yes. We deliver across India, and one order can be split across many home addresses. Share the address list when you request a quote.
