18 Beautiful Diwali Gifts from South Asian-Owned Brands
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a festival celebrated by many different religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism. It is known as the festival of lights, but it also signifies the triumph of good over evil, the celebration of light over darkness, and belief in knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is the celebration of empowerment to do good so that it can bring joy, prosperity, and wealth to all. People worldwide light rows of diyas (oil lamps) and cover their homes in lights to celebrate this festival of hope and new beginnings.
Diwali is on November 12th this year, and in anticipation of the holiday, we put together a list of South Asian-owned products to gift your loved ones. No matter your budget, you’re sure to find something here, from hair oils and makeup products to skincare, candles, jewelry, games, and even an adorable dog toy.
Keep reading for Diwali gifting inspiration.
Ranavat The Royal Radiance Duo
RANAVAT
For the skincare lover in your life, Ranavat has a duo that will restore dull, dry skin and add a bright, radiant glow. The Resurfacing Saffron Masque contains AHAs that help slough away dead skin cells, and the Brightening Saffron Serum targets dark spots and firms the skin, leaving you with a glowy, hydrated complexion. It's formulated with a popular South Asian ingredient, saffron, which is high in antioxidants and is great for protecting the skin against premature aging caused by free radicals.
Ranavat has other sets for sale this Deepavali, including the Royal Trio Bestsellers Set ($55) and The Jewel Box ($75).
Our Place Always Pan 2.0
OUR PLACE
View On Amazon$150View On Nordstrom$150View On Fromourplace.com$145
Deal Alert!
The Always Pan 2.0 is currently marked down to $99 (from $150!) and comes in 12 bold and bright colors, including their newest shade, Turmeric, launched specially for their Diwali collection.
Our Place makes multi-use products with chic designs that add a classy touch to any kitchen, and The Always Pan 2.0 is no exception. It has ten uses, but we’re sure you'll think of more. From braising, to searing, to sautéing, your giftee will love creating delicious meals in this stylish pan. It's the ideal gift for anyone who loves to cook or doesn't like clutter in the kitchen.
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Live Tinted Shine On Hueglow Skin Set
ULTA
View On Ulta$39View On Livetinted.com
The gift of glowing skin all over? Yes, please! This set includes every shade of Live Tinted's Hueglow in soft gold, bronze, opal, and rose gold, making it an excellent addition to any makeup lover's collection. Hueglow can be mixed with your tinted moisturizer or foundation, or it can be used alone on the body. (PEOPLE’s shopping project manager, Dhara Patel, has seen makeup artists use this on brides, giving them an illuminating finishing touch with just the right amount of glow.) In addition to highlighting, it contains powerful skincare ingredients, such as squalane, hyaluronic acid, and sunflower seed oil to hydrate, strengthen, and soothe your skin while you wear it.
Venus et Fleur Le Mini Square
NORDSTROM
View On Nordstrom$98View On Venusetfleur.com$98
Bring the Venus Et Fleur's Le Mini Square to your Deepavali parties — it's a fantastic hostess gift. Venus Et Fleur florals last over a year (yes, really!) and are a unique gift for anyone who loves fresh roses. Because they are already dried and preserved, no care is required, so your hostess can focus on other things without worrying about watering this beautiful arrangement.
The Le Mini Square comes ready to gift in a box containing nine fully bloomed roses, and you can choose from 12 box colors and 17 different shades of roses to customize the arrangement to fit your giftee’s aesthetic.
Scrumptious Wicks Diwali Candle Trio
SCRUMPTIOUS WICKS
Anyone who loves candles will adore this gift. This set includes three gold candle tins with a bow finish, making it ready to gift without needing extra wrapping. Each hand-poured candle is scented based on the nostalgic fragrances that the brand’s founder, Sonya, remembers smelling in her childhood Indian-American home. This set includes scents such as Sweet Pistachio, Sandalwood Rose, and Coconut & Amber and will bring the Diwali magic to your loved one's home with its warm light and cozy aroma.
Squigs Beauty Gooseberry Delight Hair Oil
AMAZON
View On Amazon$38View On Urban Outfitters$34View On Squigsbeauty.com
Just as the name suggests, this hair oil is a true delight. It smells incredible — light and fruity, and is yet another product on this list to contain powerhouse hair care ingredient Amla. Other ingredients include coconut, apricot, and orange peel, a refreshing combo that leaves your hair smelling delicious. It's lightweight, and you'll only need a few drops to smooth frizz.
Pro tip: Use this to slick back your hair into a bun or ponytail on days when you don't feel like styling for a stunning, sleek look with no flyaways.
House of Timepass Desi Chaat Game
HOUSE OF TIMEPASS
For your friends and family who love game night, we've got just the Diwali gift for them: Desi Chaat, a Desi version of the much-loved game Taboo. This game has 375 cards and 1,500 words sure to keep players laughing for hours. It's nostalgic, funny, entertaining, and great to play at Diwali parties.
Inde Wild Dewy Lip Treatment
INDE WILD
The Inde Wild Dewy Lip Treatment is the perfect marriage of a stunning lip product and Ayurveda. Rooted in Ayurvedistry and formulated with rose, lotus, pomegranate, peptides, hyaluronic acid, and shea butter, it's lightweight and clinically proven to increase lip moisture by 114% for up to eight hours, leaving you with full, plump, and immensely hydrated lips.
Visit Inde Wild now to see their Diwali promotions, including a Curate-And-Celebrate offer, giving you a 10% discount on three products or a 15% discount if you purchase four or six products.
The Chai Box Founder's Chai Collection Gift Set
AMAZON
View On Amazon$86View On Thechaibox.com
What better Diwali gift for the chai lover in your life than this chai sample gift set? This luxurious set comes with six different blends, all inspired by different parts of India — including Shimla, Kerala, and Punjab — featuring notes such as cardamom, rose, clove, fennel, ginger, darjeeling, assam, mangoes, and more. Founder Monica Sunny sees chai to be “more than just a drink" and rather a part of her heritage. For your loved one who cherishes the time-tested tradition of chai just as much, this is the perfect gift,
By Simran Micro Jhumka Earring
BY SIMRAN
Gift the jewelry lover in your life the most immaculate everyday micro jhumkas that are perfect for everyday wear. You can purchase these in gold, white gold, and rose gold, as well as in a huggie hoop style, making them easy to put on. They’re lightweight, comfortable, and similar to the baby jhumkas worn by Simone Ashley and Charithra Chandran in the second season of Bridgerton. These jhumkas can be dressed up for parties or worn to work — they’ll add a timeless and elegant touch to any outfit.
Fable & Mane MahaMane Detangling Leave-In Conditioner
FABLE AND MANE
View On Sephora$30View On Fableandmane.comView On Beautybay.com
This leave-in conditioner smells like a dream and effectively detangles strands of all hair types, making it an amazing gift for anyone who loves hair care. Not only does it moisturize your hair, but it protects it from both heat and UV damage. Each strand is detangled and smoothed, and it’s easy to apply with its spray bottle packaging. It contains the super ingredient Amla, typically used in South Asian hair care to prevent hair loss and fallout, treat dandruff and scalp health, and prevent premature graying.
Fable & Mane Scalp Massager Comb
SEPHORA
View On Sephora$15View On Fableandmane.com
The Fable & Mane Scalp Massager Comb takes self-care to a new level, which any gift recipient will surely appreciate. It’s used just like a regular comb, but Patel can say from experience that it feels better than any other scalp massaging tool she’s ever used.
During use, this comb increases blood circulation, which helps nourish your roots, aids hair growth, and prevents breakage. It’s all-natural and beautifully made from ebony wood, making it a great gift on its own or in a gift basket.
5 Sens Burn For You Eau de Parfum
5 SENS
Looking for a chic fragrance you can gift the perfume collector in your life? Burn For You is a warm and woody fragrance with notes of clove leaf, Atlas cedarwood, cashmere musk, amber, and Madagascar vanilla. The overall scent is cozy and spicy — perfect for this time of year.
Kulfi Underlined Kajal Eyeliner
SEPHORA
View On Sephora$20View On Kulfibeauty.com
Kulfi Beauty’s Underlined Kajal Clean Waterproof Long-Wear Eyeliner is waterproof, long-wearing, and comes in six shades. It’s a fantastic gift for any makeup fanatic in your life. The precise tip makes these liners great for graphic eye makeup looks and easy to use for eyeliner newbies. Additionally, the formulation contains aloe vera extract and vitamin E, meaning it helps to nourish the skin while it’s on.
Desi Paws Mithai Box With Laddoos Toy
ETSY
This plush mithai box is the most adorable gift for anyone celebrating Diwali with a furry friend. It's a fun surprise for dog owners who love sweets — and now they can enjoy them with their pets, too. This box is a plush burrow-style toy that comes with three squeaky "laddoos" and a crinkly box that are interactive and entertaining — their pooch won't be able to resist.
Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Gold Eye Masks
AMAZON
View On Amazon$26View On Nordstrom$26View On Sephora$26
Perfect for the jet-setter in your life, these eye patches can be popped on while traveling (and they make a chic statement too!). Fortified with hydrating aloe and hyaluronic acid, these patches minimize the appearance of fine lines and puffiness. They come in rose gold and gold, individually wrapped in packs of six. Given how easy they are to pack, they'll have you looking like you got all your beauty sleep whether you took a red eye or a quick puddle jump.
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Shaz & Kiks Clay Hair Cleanser
THIRTEEN LUNE
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For those who love self-care and clay masks, the Shaz & Kiks Balancing Clay Hair Cleanser is an effective and innovative gift. It's a detox for the hair with a mineral clay-to-lather formula to remove toxins and strengthen strands. It’s made to emulate Multani Mitti, which has been used for over 2,000 years in Indian culture as a highly effective, safe cleansing agent. Rooted in ancient beauty practices with antioxidant ingredients, this mask is the best combination of old and new.
Soma Ayurvedic Anti-Aging Cream
SOMA AYURVEDIC
Soma Ayurvedic Anti-Aging Cream is a fabulous addition to any skincare collector's arsenal. This product brings dull, dehydrated skin to life with its potent plant extracts and herb-containing formula. It rejuvenates and hydrates the skin, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and fades acne scars and breakouts with aloe vera, saffron, and vitamin E.
