Popular souvenirs from Thailand. What do people usually bring with them from vacation?

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1. Traditional textiles
2. Cosmetics
3. Coconut oil
4. Mattifying wipes
5. Salt deodorant
6. Medications
7. Food souvenirs for gourmets
8. Toothpaste
9. Clothing for adults and children
10. Whitening products
11. Pearl
12. Latex products
13. Wood products
14. Shell jewelry
15. Musical instruments
16. Small souvenirs for gifts to relatives and friends

I want to note that the things that I will talk about are quite difficult to attribute to ordinary souvenirs. Rather, this is what I somehow found on the Thai shelves during the two winters in this sunny country. I stumbled upon something by chance, I chose something for a long time in local stores, something other long-wintering neighbors advised me, and something was acquired by me by trial and error. It got to the point that one day I bought glue for the false jaw instead of toothpaste)) And my neighbor accidentally bought a whitening deodorant, with which she bleached all her armpits, after which they began to glow like lanterns on her tanned body, as soon as she raised her hands , and this had to be done often with a small and active child :)

In general, there are many incidents. And so that you do not fall into such situations, I will give clear and proven recommendations on what can be brought from this exotic country. Cheap, practical, unusual and purely Thai, something that is almost impossible to buy in Russia.

1. Traditional textiles

Probably, not everyone needs something like this, but I really love any clothes with the national flavor of a particular country. It’s not a fact that I’ll ever pull it on, but at least as a trophy I definitely need something =) I’m not a shopaholic even once, i.e. accusing me of wasting money is unlikely to succeed, just then at home, in an everyday environment, where everything is boring, such things bring me a special warmth of memories. Especially such “friendship” happens to me with all sorts of scarves and shawls. Here in the photo I have a handkerchief with traditional patterns and Thai elephants =) And even though I used it almost instead of a towel on the beach, it did not at all lose its quality or its charm.

Speaking of beaches, the best of the best Thai beaches are in Krabi and Phuket - mine and colorful photos confirm this fact;)

It happens that I take different national clothes to use on the set in the future. For example, this silk shirt is part of a children's samurai costume. In it, later I shot Mishutka with a sword in her hands, a very unusual photo session turned out. For prices, you don’t need to focus on me especially, because. such things are usually sold in numerous stalls in all sorts of Thai markets for tourists, so you should bargain and literally shake out a 2-3 times discount from sellers. I bought a scarf for 150 baht and a suit for 250 baht, but of course the original price was much more.

2. Cosmetics "Boots"

I came across this brand quite by accident. I was spinning somehow in a Thai pharmacy, and there whole shelves were filled with the products of this company. I decided to take some kind of face product for testing, because. Usually I don’t carry any washbasins with me, but when I live on the spot for several months, they are still necessary. The tool is amazing!

Later I found out that the brand of this cosmetics is already about 150 years old, and the company is English. There are many Boots shops in London. It’s just that they have established production in Thailand, because here Boots are sold in huge quantities. This cosmetics is famous natural ingredients and excellent quality. From my own experience, I can say that these products are truly one of the best I have ever used. But personally, I would also glorify the price :) Because, for example, the huge “washer” that I have in the photo costs only 70 baht, and the green scrub costs 40 baht at all. Considering that this company has a lot of products not only for the face, but also for hair and body, then you yourself understand that you can get great goods by taking a bunch of amazing care products back to your homeland;)

3. Coconut oil

Coconut oil is quite a popular purchase among tourists. And I, too, fell for the admiring reviews of others about this miracle remedy. I can say it's natural. Coconut oil really can be used both as a hair mask and as a moisturizer for the skin, and I also use it for the skin around the eyes, because. it incredibly softens delicate skin, and also nourishes it with useful trace elements. Natural coconut oil is not cheap. To be honest, I don’t know how much they sell it for at all sorts of factories where tourists are usually taken, but in the cosmetic departments of Tesco Lotus, prices are around 100-150 baht for a small bottle, as in my photo.

In general, with regard to excursions in Thailand, I do not like to turn to guides from tour operators, who only take them to their places where they receive a commission. Usually I prefer to order - it's simple, reliable and exclusive. Moreover, a small payment is taken only for booking, the rest is paid to the guide on the spot after the tour. It turns out a completely different and deeper look at the land of smiles!

The naturalness of coconut oil can be easily checked as follows: at temperatures below +24 degrees, it becomes white and thick. Again, I can see this in the photo, because. At home, the temperature is usually lower. In the hot climate of Thailand, the oil is usually thin and clear. Moreover, I didn’t know about this feature before, the oil I always bought was liquid in the house in Krabi, and at home in Russia it suddenly became so white. After that, I went to google on this topic, after reading about naturalness :) I was glad that I didn’t buy a fake. By the way, in the summer my bottles “thaw” and the oil becomes liquid again.

4. Mattifying wipes

And so, in the well-known 7Eleven store, I accidentally saw a small pack of something for the face. It cost only 15 baht, so it’s not expensive to take it for a test. Having unfolded it at home, I suddenly found exactly the same napkins inside! They are made of thin rice paper, which at the same time perfectly absorbs any moisture, including everything superfluous from oily skin. In one such inexpensive pack, there are a hundred, or maybe all two, of these napkins, because they are incredibly thin, literally transparent, so they do not take up much space. It's amazing that the price varies so much compared to global cosmetics manufacturers! I'm afraid, and the idea is far from theirs, most likely it was just the Asians who stole it. And in Thailand, these useful napkins can be bought literally for a penny. I recommend!

5. Crystal deodorant

This is the biggest treasure I have come across in Thailand. I have no idea why they don't sell it everywhere, but this is a real find! I saw the same salt deodorant in some online stores, but it costs from five hundred rubles, although in Thailand the prices are on average 50-80 baht.

What kind of deodorants I have not tried in my life, but I have never achieved the desired effect - so that my armpits are dry and there is absolutely no smell. And ball and dry and sprays - complete garbage. To be honest, I don’t understand why everyone is still producing this and I hope someday the demand for them will drop to zero, so that there is no more reason to put this on store shelves.

Salt deodorant consists of a crystal of ammonium salt, which perfectly absorbs all sweat, and also has the ability to have a detrimental effect on bacterial cells, whose vital activity is the source bad smell. Literally every morning after a shower I think about how I will live without this deodorant) But, fortunately, it lasts for a long time, I use it for the second year and did not reach half. In addition, there are reserves, because. I recruited him for gifts, but I didn’t manage to give everyone, because this goodness will be enough for me for at least three more years;)

6. Medications

I will not write that all Thai drugs are good, I will only talk about betadine, which I liked, and tiger balm - a panacea for all ills according to Thais. These funds are very cheap, no more than 50 baht, and you can buy them at any Thai pharmacy.

Betadine is iodine glue, as I call it. That is, the iodine solution is weaker than our ordinary iodine, but it performs the same function. But its main difference is the adhesive structure, thanks to which the cut or wound is not only neutralized with iodine, but also covered with a film of dried glue, protecting the wound from moisture and dirt entering it. Just a mega tool for moms! Any children's cuts and bruises heal perfectly under such protection. This is especially true just at sea, when you can scratch on any pebble, but you can continue to swim without fear that water will get into the wound. But I still recommend that you take out insurance in advance, especially since the policy can be bought at the very favorable price. At least that's how we always do it.

Seven troubles - one answer. That's what the Thais would say about their tiger balm. In fact, this is nothing more than a familiar Vietnamese "asterisk" from childhood. That is, the same yellow, sharp-smelling ointment, which includes menthol, camphor and other oils of medicinal plants. This ointment was invented in China several centuries ago and its recipe was kept secret for a long time. But, in the end, everything secret becomes clear, and due to the neighborhood South-East Asia, now this tool is common here. I can say from my own experience that the Thais really use this ointment for everything in the world - for a runny nose, for headaches, for burns, for cuts, for muscle pain and sprains, for insect bites and a million other cases. As a girl friend once said: “Unless they use it for constipation, although who knows ...” :) I take tiger balm at home mainly for a runny nose, plus as a healing agent for wounds (when they have already dragged on a little). It costs a penny, but it will last for years, because. consumption is minimal. Such a balm is especially good as a gift for elderly relatives - aged parents, grandparents.

7. Gourmet souvenirs

Move on to products. Coconut milk is one of my favorite flavors. Moreover, in the first wintering, I could hardly even digest its smell, but in the second year I decided to try it out and, as a result, I was saturated with tender love for him :) Mom recently went to Thailand, so the only thing I asked her to bring was exactly coconut milk. In the photo, the last box of her gifts is just unopened =) In general, I'm not sure that you will appreciate its taste the first time, but I still advise you to definitely try it at least once. It is in such boxes, and of various sizes (up to 1 liter), that coconut milk is sold in all shops. 7Eleven. So finding it won't be a problem.

And since we are talking about the unusual Thai food, then I also recommend to try, or take away for souvenirs to friends and family, durian sweets or sweet seaweed crackers. I know it sounds terrible, but everything is quite edible) And if I already mastered it, which is able to eat only borscht and dumplings, then for lovers of all kinds of exotic food and other gourmets, it will be a very interesting experience at all;) You can also take home traditional sour -sweet thai sauce And fish sauce to be able to cook your favorite at home thai food. I wrote about what you can eat in Thailand in my article, where you will also find links to recipes that I was taught at a Thai culinary school.

You can buy all of the above products in any 7Eleven. All these are securely sealed and long-lasting products, so you can take them home without any problems. Nothing is taken away at the airport :)

8. Toothpaste with natural ingredients

To be honest, this toothpaste was presented to me. But it really has a very refreshing effect, the breath of mint in it just rolls over. One of the features of this paste is that it is a dirty gray color, like cement. This is a little confusing, because. it seems that brushing with a toothpaste of this color is unlikely to make your teeth whiter. But in fact, this is not the first time I have met with natural Asian toothpaste - somehow in India I was also surprised by the similar color of the local paste, which I purchased in order to have the same white-toothed smile as the Indians :)

The only caveat is that such whitening pastes cannot be used daily. Otherwise, erase the enamel into powder, so decide whether the game is worth the candle. I use it once a week, I didn’t feel a special whitening effect, but I really like the freshness effect. Knowledgeable people still advise buying natural Thai herbal pastes, but without a whitening effect. Well, if you still want to bleach, because. again, according to reviews (but by strangers), the result is stunning, then just try not to brush your teeth with this paste, because. small particles “scratching” the enamel are directly felt in it, but simply apply and hold for 1-2 minutes. You can buy such pastes in Thai pharmacies, the average price for them is 50 baht.

9. Clothing brand "F&F"

Another point that I can’t bypass by any means, because every time I literally buy everything from this company. Not only for myself and the child, but also for my sister and friends. This clothing brand is designed for the Western market, it is sold only in the Tesco Lotus chain of stores, which are available not only in Thailand, but throughout Europe. The quality of these clothes is excellent, and the prices are simply ridiculous. When I first saw the children's clothing of this company, I was amazed - the style, quality, fabric - everything is great, but the prices were 100-200 baht, both for sweaters and trousers. But most of all I was struck by the shirts, because. I have seen the same ones repeatedly in Next, H&M, Mexx and other stores, but they cost many times more there. To be honest, I don’t know how much the same clothes cost in Europe, but something tells me that it’s still cheaper in Thailand, because. it is sewn here, because the local market has such prices, although for most Thais it is expensive.

All in all, I highly recommend F&F if you find yourself in a Thai Tesco Lotus. Their things are scattered in different departments - children's clothing, teenage, adult, underwear, etc. and so on. A couple of times it’s enough to look at the labels, so that later you can easily figure out these clothes against the background of the rest of the shirpotrep that hangs on hangers for local residents. To be honest, I can hardly wait for my next trip to Tai to clear all the shelves of these things in Tesco. Mishutka still wears things that I bought there when he was 2 years old. That is, I took a lot and for growth =)

10. Whitening products

This item is not on my picture, because. I'm afraid I'm already white as death, so I don't need such remedies. But I know a girl who has been bleaching freckles all her life, and she would certainly be happy to purchase something from the Thais, because. surprisingly, their products really whiten. Thais, due to the Asian fashion for fair skin, are incredibly fond of resorting to such means. Therefore, in local stores it is difficult to find non-bleaching products rather than vice versa. Even soaps and deodorants have a whitening effect. They can be purchased in the cosmetic departments and shops 7Eleven and Tesco Lotus.

11. Pearl

Pearls are mined in the waters of Thailand, as in many neighboring countries. You can buy it in many stores in Phuket, Pattaya, Bangkok and other resorts. Prices for Thai pearls range from affordable to limitless. Of course, you need to understand that if you see inexpensive pearl products, then the quality of the stone leaves much to be desired. Although, knowing Thai sellers, I would not be surprised if they put a low-grade stone under an expensive product. Moreover, for everyday wear, pearl jewelry from Thailand looks quite decent and in any case will please the owner of a bracelet or beads made of snow-white pearls.

12. Latex products

Huge territories of Thai land are literally studded with heveas - trees, the sap of which is natural rubber, I wrote about this in> this article. Rubber is used to make a wonderful natural material - latex. It's no secret that Thai latex products are in great demand among our tourists. As a rule, these are mattresses and pillows that are offered on numerous excursions. I recommend not to go to all sorts of "factories" there, but to buy latex products in Tesco Lotus - a reliable store with a good reputation, where they will not post anything, sorry, bullshit. average price one good latex pillow is 1000 baht. Everything that is more expensive is the usual scam of tourists.

13. Wood products

Now I'm not talking about some large wooden products, such as a bed or a wardrobe. In Thailand, people like to work with wood; many houses are decorated with carved patterns on the outside. However, even inside their homes, Thais bring comfort with the help of wooden decor elements. It can be some kind of lamps, figurines, caskets, wall panels and so on and so forth. The choice is very large, because. Thais have enough imagination. It is worth buying wooden products from Thailand in specialized stores or in the markets.

14. Shell jewelry

I don’t mean women’s jewelry made of shells, although there is a lot of this stuff, but various interesting little things for the home. In my opinion, they are not for everyone, but nevertheless, even some little thing from a shell can be taken as a souvenir. It is always a reminder of the sea and warmth.

15. Musical instruments

I love various traditional musical instruments. For some reason, it is always very unusual and unusual to play them. It captivates not only the new sound, but also the very principle of the game. For example, a bamboo flute, which must be pressed against the chin and scrolled, blowing air down when exhaling. Little things like that help me get to know the local culture better. Especially such musical gizmos are literally necessary when there are children. This is both a toy and a fascinating little thing and knowledge of another world.

16. Small souvenirs for gifts to relatives and friends

Well, we got to the last point, in which I will list the rest of the goods that tourists usually take as gifts for relatives, friends and colleagues. First of all, these are all kinds of key rings, wallets with elephants or traditional ornaments (I have been using one of them for a bunch of years :)), magnets and postcards,. All this can be safely purchased at any Tesco Lotus, especially in large hypermarkets, where all this small things are piled up in mountains not far from the cash registers. affordable prices- an average of 40-80 baht.

OK it's all over Now! I hope my review of Thai goods will help you buy a lot of useful things during your trip to Thailand;) I note that all these funds are relatively inexpensive and at the same time quite traditional, i.e. in Russia they will either not be available at all, or they will be obtained from resellers for prices several times more expensive. Therefore, do not miss the chance to do it on Thai soil, which will come out at least more reliable in quality and cheaper;)

P.S. Since the exchange rate of the ruble is fluctuating too much now, I indicated the prices in baht. When I bought all these things, 1 baht equaled ~ 1.5 rubles. Now, unfortunately, everything will be more expensive. But, nevertheless, it is not critical, because. it is not necessary to spend untold riches in Thailand in order to get gifts for yourself and friends;)

Do you want to buy something in Thailand that would remind you of a wonderful vacation in this tropical country at home, but you don’t know what exactly you need? Relax, in this article I will tell you what is the best thing to buy in Thailand, from souvenirs to fruits, from jewelry to computer equipment. And now more about what to bring from Thailand.

Souvenirs

There are a lot of souvenir shops in Thailand, and no wonder, because tourists in this country are a dime a dozen. Most souvenirs cost 30 baht (1 baht≈1 ruble) apiece. If you want to buy a lot of souvenirs low prices then bargain. Sellers can throw off 70% of the original price. And if you don’t want to bargain, then you can simply spend the freed up money on something else.

15 most popular souvenirs:

• Figurine in the form of an elephant
• Stand for incense sticks
• Collectible cars, motorcycles, ships
• Figurines of Asian deities
• fridge magnets
• Buddha figurines
• Caskets
• amulets
• Candlesticks
• Figurines of the inhabitants of the seas
• Fans
• Keychains
• Pens with country symbols
• Stickers with symbols
• Coins of Thailand

Cloth

Clothing in Thailand is of high quality and very cheap, and most of it is made from natural materials (synthetics are not in fashion here). You can buy a T-shirt for only 70 baht (70 rubles), jeans for 250 baht, dresses and skirts for 100 baht. Clothing sizes from the smallest to extra large, so that anyone can find something for themselves.

It is best to buy exactly Thai clothes, sewn by local craftsmen, because. prices for branded clothing in Thailand are practically the same as prices in Russia. If you want to save as much as possible, then buy clothes at local night markets, street shops and shopping malls, and most importantly - bargain, sellers throw off a lot, depending on your perseverance. But never forget about your safety and the safety of your belongings, especially when you try on clothes, because at this time the attention is scattered, which is what the hunters for other people's things need. Although there are few thieves in this country, they still exist. I recommend reading the recommendations.

ethnoscience

In Thailand, traditional medicine is very developed. Here you will find a variety of creams, oils, herbs, tinctures, balms from many ailments, herbal preparations, fruit vitamin complexes. Some sellers speak Russian, so just find them on the market and they will be happy to tell you what is used for a particular disease.

Top 5 items of traditional medicine:

• Tiger balm for joint and muscle pain (similar to the familiar "asterisk")
• Capsules with herbs inside for the treatment of various diseases
• medicinal teas
• "Charged" necklaces for healing the spine
• Noni juice

Cosmetics

Almost all Thai cosmetics are made from herbs and natural ingredients. A variety of scrubs, shampoos, creams based on coconut oil, papaya balms are popular. Inexpensive cosmetics are sold everywhere on the streets of the cities of Thailand, and a large selection of cosmetics is presented in most shopping centers.

Jewelry and bijouterie

What to bring from Thailand so that there is a reminder and pleasing to the eye? Answer: jewelry. This part of Asia is home to some of the the best craftsmen jewelry business. Precious stones are brought to this country from all over the world to be processed here and created for real. beautiful jewelry. Moreover, you can buy a necklace or chain here two to three times cheaper than in Russia, and pearls are generally sold at bargain prices, because they catch it very close to the coast of Thailand. But be careful, in street shops and pavilions in the markets you can most likely buy fakes, so it's better to buy jewelry in small specialized jewelry stores.

You will also see huge variety Thai jewelry. As a rule, it is made of natural materials (shells, wood, pearls, coconut, bone, semi-precious stones). All this is very cheap, and the most popular decorations in Thailand are:

• Earrings
• Bracelets
• pendants
• necklaces

Electronics

What to buy in Thailand worthwhile and practical? Electronics is fine. In Thailand, electronics are cheaper by 20-30%, and they start selling new models much earlier compared to the Russian Federation. The undoubted advantage is that in some stores tourists can return 7% of the cost of goods (this is the value of VAT), but this only applies to those goods that are labeled VAT Refund for Tourists, and you can return the money at the airport before flying home.
Replicas have gained popularity in recent years. famous brands. They are much cheaper, but their quality is improving year by year, so if you choose copies carefully, you can buy excellent electronics for a small price.

Top 7 electronics purchases:

• Replica watches
• iPhone (original)
• iPad (original)
• Copies of phones of famous brands (Samsung, Nokia, etc.)
• Laptops from well-known brands (originals from Samsung, Asus, etc.)
• PC accessories
• Cameras

Fruits

Most tourists carry fruit from Thailand. These fruits of nature can be bought at every step, their wonderful taste and aroma will be remembered for a long time. But consider their shelf life, no one wants to go. The prices for medical care are quite high, so it is better to take care of it in advance. And here is what tourists bring home the most from food:

• Thai pineapple
• coconuts
• Mango
• Peaches
• passion fruit
• Avocado
• papaya
• carambola
• Salak
• sugar apples
• sapodilla

What can not be exported from Thailand

Some items from Thailand will not work. This country has its own laws and they will have to be observed. Here are the items that cannot be exported:

• ivory products
• corals
• tortoise shell products
• tiger skins
• shells of sea molluscs
• tiger teeth
• Sea Horses
• stuffed crocodiles
• Souvenirs from butterflies, beetles and bats
• valuable relics
• national artworks
• durian

It is also impossible to take out Buddha figurines with a height of more than 15 centimeters, earth, sand, stones and flowers in pots with earth. Some prohibitions may seem strange, but there's nothing to be done: another country - other laws.

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For those who travel to Southeast Asia for the first time, Thai shopping will seem incredibly exciting. The main problem is not the choice of purchases, but their quantity and excess baggage. You can bring a lot of useful things from Thailand, as well as inexpensive, but very pleasant souvenirs for family and friends.

Restrictions on the export of goods from Thailand

From an exotic country, you always want to bring something unusual with which you can surprise relatives and friends. However, not all souvenirs will pass through customs. In order not to waste money and not run into trouble when inspecting luggage, you need to know what is prohibited for export from the country, what you need to declare without fail and what you need check And certificate.

Not allowed to export:

Necessary declare jewelry and jewels. To do this, you will need a check from the store and a certificate for the products. Processed corals and beautiful sea ​​shells varnished can not be declared, but you need to have a check for them.

Sand, stones and earth will also be confiscated at customs. You can not transport plants in pots with earth. Even if they are transported in a package, but there is earth on the roots, ask the customs officer to clean them. Otherwise, there is no ban on the export of plants.

Prolong your pleasure and treat your family exotic fruits It is possible, but it also has its limitations. Not allowed on the plane:

• durian because of its smell;
• a whole watermelon that can explode in the cabin from a pressure drop (chopped is possible);
• coconut, as it does not shine through during inspection.

stock up big amount cheap Thai alcohol will not work either. One person can bring home up to 3 liters of spirits free of charge. With a volume of 3 to 5 liters, you will have to pay extra $ 10 for each in excess of the norm. You cannot carry more than 5 liters. This rule is valid on the Russian border.

The best souvenirs from Thailand

As a gift, friends are usually taken inexpensive trinkets, which are full of markets Thailand. Meaningless magnets, gift soap self made, Buddha, frog or elephant figurines can be safely bought where it is cheaper.

In Thailand, you can buy very beautiful handicrafts that can decorate any interior.

These are ceramic products that differ from each other depending on which region of the country they are made in. Northern Thais do amazing decorative plates from green porcelain Eastern products are ceramics of terracotta color with ethnic drawings. Unusual souvenirs:

Very good paintings by Thai artists. But they no longer belong to the category of cheap souvenirs.

Gifts for children

An excellent gift for children will be toys made of bamboo, coconut and latex. These are doll houses, miniature musical instruments, assembly kits (like a designer), figures of famous cartoon characters. The choice of a gift for a child must be approached responsibly, so it is better to buy toys in stores.

A feature of children's toys made in Thailand is their safety. They are made exclusively from natural materials, including dyes. Soft toys made of latex can be given to the child while bathing. They don't shed or lose their shape.

Thai tea

Thai people are not big fans traditional tea. But exotic tea drinks are sold in a large assortment. From Thailand you can bring:

Another unusual drink - blue tea from orchid leaves. He has many medicinal properties- normalizes blood pressure, cleanses blood vessels, has a beneficial effect on the nervous system.

Sauces and condiments

Having tasted the dishes once Thai food, many want to reproduce them at home. This is especially true of the iconic soup. Tom Yam. It needs specific seasonings and sauces, which you will not find in Russia. Tourists are brought from Thailand:

Particularly sophisticated gourmets also grab fish sauce.

Jewelry

You can go to Thailand specifically for jewelry. Thai masters create real works of art. At the same time, they will cost cheaper than in Russia. Silver and gold items are of high standard. The stones in them are usually natural and inexpensive - in Southeast Asia there are rich deposits of sapphires, emeralds, rubies and other stones.

Be sure to buy jewelry from pearls. In Thailand, gold and black are most valued. Cheaper to buy pearls Phuket. The main farms for its cultivation are located on the island.

Before buying, be sure to check the naturalness of pearls - a lot of fakes are sold in the markets.

It is better to buy jewelry in stores, remembering that a check and a certificate will be needed at customs.

Natural cosmetic

Creams, masks, essential oils and other organic cosmetics are in great demand among our tourists. The first thing that comes to mind is Coconut oil, which many women simply replace any caring cosmetics. In specialized stores and pharmacies in Pattaya and Phuket you can buy:

When buying organic cosmetics, be sure to pay attention to the expiration date. Due to the naturalness of the products, it is much less than that of conventional care products.

What medicines to bring from Thailand

Of the medicines, the most wonderful gift on the recommendations of experienced tourists will be warming ointments. They help relieve muscle and joint pain, treat colds, abrasions and burns. The most popular of them:

• aloe gel;
• balm "Tiger" (similar in action to the Vietnamese "Asterisk");
• ointments "Green Balm", "Snake Fat", "Black Balm";
• Noni juice - health drink, improves digestion, useful in diabetes and oncology, strengthens the immune system.

Do not chase cheapness and buy a similar product on the market. It is sold in pharmacies and specialized stores.

Leather and latex products

The branded goods of Thailand are bags, belts, wallets and shoes made of genuine crocodile, snake and stingray leather. To avoid fakes, check the product when buying. Stingray skin needs to be stroked - in one direction it should be smooth, in the opposite - rough. If there is any doubt about the naturalness of crocodile skin, ask to see another product. The pattern on them should be different.

It is important to remember that real leather cannot be cheap.

latex products- orthopedic pillows and mattresses - this is also a branded Asian product. You should not buy it in shops at factories, where it is too expensive. It is better to buy latex in large shopping centers.

Dried fruits and alcohol

Dried fruits will be a good alternative fresh fruit. They are lighter in weight, stored longer and you can not be afraid for their safety on the road. From alcohol, Russians prefer to export rum "Sang Som", whiskey infused with snakes and scorpions, rice vodka and Thai rice wine Siam Sato.

Regulars of Thai resorts, knowing what can be purchased in this country, go on vacation with empty suitcases. However, if you are carried away by shopping, do not forget about the excess of luggage, for which you will have to pay a lot of money.

Thailand has always been famous natural cosmetics and each remedy, as a rule, consists of natural ingredients, carefully selected herbs and extracts to preserve beauty and youth.

Coconut oil

It can be safely attributed to the leaders of cosmetic products from Thailand, as coconut oil is rich in natural ingredients and has a beneficial effect on the skin and hair.

Masks, scrubs, face and body creams

In stores in Thailand you can find a large number of natural masks, creams and scrubs for face and body that will make your skin fresher and healthier. I can recommend Beauty Buffet brand.

Lip balms

In Thailand, a wide selection of lip balms based on various fruits, they have a pleasant aroma and perfectly moisturize. My last purchase is a lip balm with a mango scent. trademark Thank you.

Shampoo

On the shelves you can find all of us familiar shampoo brand Head-and-shoulders, Dove, Pantene and others. But they differ in texture, smell and properties from those that can be bought in Russia. I loved buying this shampoo in a travel version, which allowed me to immediately try different shampoos and choose the one that suits me.

There are also many natural shampoos in Thailand. I really liked KOK LIANG Anti-hair loss Herbal Shampoo, it is against hair loss and consists only of natural ingredients. This is the best shampoo I have ever used and it is very cheap. In this series there is also a hair conditioner KOK LIANG Anti-hair loss Conditioner, but it did not suit me, because after applying it, my hair lost volume. If you have thick hair, then I think you will like the conditioner too.

Soap

Soap with a pleasant aroma of fruits, I think, will not leave anyone indifferent. I really like the aroma of pineapple, mango and grapes.

Another excellent soap Madame Heng Teenager Acne Clear Soap, it cleanses the skin well and prevents acne. The soap is made from natural ingredients.

natural deodorant

The deodorant is made from a natural mineral and perfectly fights the smell of sweat. It must be moistened with water before use.

Medications

Medicine is very developed in Thailand and here you can buy balms for pain in the joints and muscles, inhalers for colds, syrups, nutritional supplements, vitamins. Preparations High Quality and they are really helpful. I usually bring home tiger and cobra balm.

I also want to mention Aloe Vera gel, which is great for sunburn, soothes and cools the skin after sunburn.

Toothpaste

In the pharmacy you can find a wide selection of whitening pastes. I bought Herbal Clove Toothpaste. It whitens really well, but with frequent use, the enamel begins to wear off, so it is better to use it once a week.

Also popular is black toothpaste, which consists of natural ingredients without the addition of chemicals. It is made on the basis charcoal. An example of such a Twin Lotus paste.

Clothes and accessories

Big C and Tesco Lotus stores have a large selection of organic cotton clothing: T-shirts, shorts, sundresses and other summer clothes. In the markets you can buy almost any clothes and it is very cheap. Branded clothing is sold in branded stores and large shopping centers such as Central Festival, but the prices are quite high.

Bags and wallets made of snake or crocodile skin are also popular in Thailand.

Jewelry in Thailand is very often made from natural materials. It can be pearls, leather, wood, coconut, shells, stones. There are so many products and they are so different that the eyes run wide. Here you can easily find jewelry for any image and for every taste.

Very original gift there will be a leather bracelet on which any letters are attached, thanks to which you can compose any name, title, and so on.

Technique

Many tourists like to bring equipment from Thailand. Here you can find cheaper options than in Russia or devices that have not yet appeared in our homeland. You can find stores where they sell analogues of brands, the prices for which are several times lower. Such products are also popular in Thailand.

latex products

It is hard to underestimate the comfort and quality of latex mattresses and pillows. It is better to buy such products at factories, where the quality will be appropriate and the prices are lower, since they are formed without cheating, from the manufacturer.

Teas

Thailand has many tea shops and a wide range of teas. The most popular are blue tea, pu-erh, hibiscus and matum. These teas have useful properties and warm on a winter evening.

Souvenirs

The variety of souvenirs in Thailand can only be envied. There are so many of them that you can get confused. These are figurines, key chains, paintings, magnets, interior items and much, much more. Most of the souvenirs are handmade and made from natural materials. The most popular are magnets, figurines of elephants and Buddha.

Alcohol

You can also bring a bottle of Thai wine, Sung Som rum, whiskey, beer or rice vodka as a gift. Alcohol can be bought at a 7/11 store or in large stores in specialized departments.

Exotic fruits

I fly to Thailand quite often and I recorded a video for you in which I tell you what I brought from Thailand last year.