Giffarine

If you’re the type who packs light and tops up along the way, Giffarine is a handy stop for Bangkok-made skincare, wellness and everyday toiletries. It’s a Thai brand you’ll see in locals’ bathrooms, with shelves of aloe gel for after-sun days, mineral sunscreens that actually suit the heat, gentle face washes, shampoos, and those little herbal inhalers that magically revive you after a long day in the Old Town. The vibe is clean and straightforward: neatly stacked bottles, testers where it matters, and staff who’ll point you to the right fix whether it’s a mozzie-bite balm, vitamin C for a night bus recovery, or a lightweight lotion that won’t melt on Khao San. Prices are fair compared to big-name imports, and the packaging travels well — easy wins for your backpack and for gifts to take home. Swing by when you need to restock between temple-hopping and street food runs. Regulars know to look out for bundle promos and travel sizes; you’ll walk out with what you need without the tourist markup.