The MECCA Cheat Sheet for Teacher Gifts
November 19 | 2 minute read
Words by Christie Sinclair
Every year, as soon as MECCA COSMETICA’s annual Holiday collection drops I run (run!) to MECCA to bulk buy the crackers, sets and special-edition SPFs. And every time, I walk out of the store with countless MECCA bags swinging from my wrists and a smug smile on my face because I’ve ticked off 17 teacher presents in one fell swoop. In wrapping that’s as impressive as the gift itself.
In my experience, educators (whether it’s kinder, school, daycare or dance) always look forward to MECCA gifts. Especially the mini SPF which is particularly useful for yard duty. They told me so. But don’t just take my word for it. We chatted to real teachers to find out what beauty gifts they’re dreaming of, along with some more realistic options. Make your life easy, save your teachers from another mug – and enjoy bonus Beauty Loop points, too!
Neeve, 20s, High School Educator
When the end of the year rolls around and students start showing up to homeroom with little boxes and packages, it always takes Neeve by surprise. “It’s not something you expect, but those students and families who are able to show their appreciation using gifts can make you feel extra special,” she says.
The way to Neeve’s heart is with chocolate, handwritten notes or whiteboard markers (“they always go missing,” she reveals), but when it comes to beauty, she has her eyes on the Tsu Lange Yor Sassafras Candle. “Although it’s a “boring” gift to some, I would love a fancy candle. I recently tried a few Tsu Lange Yor samples and love their fragrances.
Emma, 30s, High School Educator
For Emma, it’s the small wins that bring her the most joy as a teacher. “A student who has been working so hard to achieve their goal, a thoughtful, handwritten card from students with heartfelt words, these are the moments that make us all go, 'this is why we teach!” she says.
“With the summer break just around the corner, I know myself like many other teachers love to head away on a well-earned holiday somewhere,” explains Emma, adding, “Something super handy for travel such as the MECCA COSMETICA sunscreen cracker or the Go-To Perfect Present would definitely be well received.”
Jonny, 30s, Primary & High School Educator
Georgie, 40s, Primary School Educator
DeLynne, 50s, High School Educator
“What makes teaching worthwhile are the relationships we build and the little gestures of appreciation from students and families,” explains DeLynne, adding, “A token that recognises all that love they poured into our ‘job’ over the last year means the absolute world to us.”
“If my students’ families won the lottery and wanted to share the joy, I’d expect a Dries Von Noten Two-Toned Leather Pouch. It absolutely would be filled with the precious little mirror, the lipstick case and the lipstick to match. Would the fragrance fit as well?”
Alana, 20s, Primary School Educator
Any gift, big or small, always makes Alana feel appreciated. “It makes me feel as though I have had an impact on the student and they appreciate the work that has been done,” she says. If you’re looking for a little something for the teachers in your life, Alana suggests MECCA COSMETICA’s Brighter Eyes Kit, Go-To Transformazing or Tower 28’s SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray. “Face masks and mists are always good to receive and never go to waste!”
But if you’d really like to spoil them (or Alana in particular): “I am currently on my last squeeze of my Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask, and loving anything Tatcha at the moment.”
