I'd advise against sending anything expensive or heavy and stick to some basics like quality perfume, body lotion, soaps and shampoo, maybe some cosmetics, also designer clothing (from well known western labels) are highly prized; i send care packages back to my family all the time filled with "designer labels" that i picked up for next to nothing from goodwill/salvation army or other thrift shops. (of course I only get stuff in good condition). I wouldn't recommend sending jewelry; if you do make sure to insure it for the entire route. lot's of mail simply disappears between here and there.
Do be careful sending anything that might melt. It is very hot there and warehouses and postal trucks are usually not air conditioned. 1 box of chocolate or melted lipstick can ruin a lot of stuff.
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