Frequently Asked Questions
What's a practical gift for someone who travels a lot — is the Travel Self-Care Toiletry Bag a good choice?
Yes — it's a ready-packed travel kit in a reusable earthy green toiletry bag: a 30ml lavender pillow mist, a 30ml lavender face toner, a 30ml lavender insect repellent, a travel-size lavender moisturiser lotion, a 10ml lavender hand cream and a lavender lip balm. Everything is travel-sized, so it's easy to pack.
What occasions suit this lavender travel toiletry gift?
It suits travellers, overseas holidays, camping and tramping trips, Mother's Day, birthdays and farewell gifts.
Does this toiletry bag arrive ready to give?
Yes — everything comes packed inside the reusable toiletry bag, and if you choose the Gift Wrap Set option it also arrives gift-boxed. It's ready to send straight to the recipient: just enter their address as the shipping address. To include a personal message, add one of our greeting cards to your order and write your message in the Gift message or special instructions box in your cart — we'll handwrite it on the card. Receipts are emailed to you, so no price or invoice goes in the parcel.
How do I use this lavender travel toiletry gift?
Mist the face toner over clean skin, then smooth on the moisturiser lotion. Use the hand cream and lip balm through the day, and spray the insect repellent onto skin or clothing before heading outdoors, avoiding the eyes. At bedtime, mist the pillow lightly and let it dry.
Does this lavender travel toiletry gift contain nuts, coconut, beeswax or milk?
The moisturiser lotion contains sweet almond oil, the Lavender Hand Cream contains sweet almond oil and shea butter, and the Lavender Lip Balm contains beeswax, coconut oil, shea butter and sweet almond oil. The pillow mist, face toner and insect repellent contain none of these, and none of the items contain milk. Full ingredient lists are on each product's own page.
Where does the lavender in this toiletry bag come from?
The pillow mist, insect repellent, moisturiser lotion, hand cream and lip balm are made with Super Lavandin (Lavandula × intermedia 'Super') essential oil grown and steam-distilled on our family farm in Newstead, Waikato. The face toner is pure lavender hydrosol, the floral water collected when we distil that oil.
How long does delivery take within New Zealand for this toiletry bag?
We send every order by tracked courier, with no signature needed. We aim to deliver within 3–5 working days in the North Island and 5–7 working days in the South Island and rural areas, and orders placed on a weekend or public holiday are sent the next business day.
Can I order this lavender travel toiletry gift from overseas for someone in New Zealand?
Yes. You can order the Travel Self-Care Toiletry Bag from anywhere in the world and we'll deliver it to any address in New Zealand — just enter the recipient's NZ address at checkout. We only deliver within New Zealand, so it can't be sent to an address overseas.
Lavender Backyard Garden Lavender Products Compared to Other Brands
See how our lavender products stack up on sourcing, scent purity, and daily use.
| Features | Lavender Backyard Garden | Other Brands |
|---|---|---|
| Facial Toner | Farm-distilled lavender hydrosol – gentle and naturally refreshing | Often contains synthetic fragrance or alcohol |
| Moisturiser | Lightweight formula enriched with sweet almond oil and glycerin, gently scented with our lavender | Often lacks nourishing oils and may rely on artificial fragrance |
| Sleep Spray | Calming mist made with pure lavender essential oil, ideal for travel and bedtime | May use synthetic fragrance or feel overpowering |
| Insect Repellent | Natural, child-friendly blend with anti-itch support and no harsh chemicals | May include strong alcohol base or synthetic actives |
| Lip Balm | Shea butter, coconut oil, and sweet almond oil for natural hydration and comfort | Often petroleum-based with artificial flavouring |
| Hand Cream | Deep hydration with almond, olive, jojoba oils and shea butter | May feel greasy or lack natural oils |
| Travel Convenience | Thoughtfully curated for skin and wellness care on the go | Typically includes generic or mismatched items |
| Made in New Zealand | Crafted with care on our lavender farm using local ingredients | Often mass-produced or imported from unknown sources |
Why Choose Lavender Backyard Garden®?
- Handcrafted calm from farm to home: small-batch lavender products made with real buds on our spray-free New Zealand farm—no synthetic fragrance.
- Traceable care: each item reflects intentional, small-farm craftsmanship and consistent quality.
- Built for wellbeing: natural aroma that soothes and refreshes without artificial additives.
- Designed to be shared: thoughtfully packaged for everyday use or gifting, carrying the story of our farm.
- Consistent purity across the line: every product—from mists to creams—is held to the same high standard.