Smart, practical, and thoughtful picks for the beauty lovers on your list.
Gifting season is officially here, and with it comes the joyful frenzy of finding the perfect presents for our loved ones. While the holidays are all about giving, let’s be honest: We all love being on the receiving end of a really good present.
But with endless beauty launches and cult-favorite staples, choosing the right gift for makeup lovers and skincare aficionados can feel a little overwhelming. That’s where we come in.
Here, we curated a guide filled with this year’s most exciting and buzz-worthy beauty must-haves, whether you’re gifting a glam-obsessed bestie, a skincare devotee, or someone who deserves a touch of luxury this holiday season.
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For trendsetters: Faboulash The Muse Edit Collection
A curated cluster-lash collection featuring three bespoke styles crafted with muses Marj Maroket, Liege Perey, and Joce Yang. This edit elevates your lash wardrobe with versatile styles you can switch up depending on your mood–truly the kind of gift we’d love to receive ourselves.
For wellness fans: New Moon Soft Glow
With wellness being more important than ever, this premium blend is formulated to brighten the skin, nourish from within, and deliver an all-day radiance in every capsule. It’s a glow-boosting essential–and exactly the kind of wellness gift anyone would be thrilled to unwrap.
For young beauty explorers: Blk Cosmetics Blk Firsts
This one’s for the young and young-at-heart—an easy, fun, and totally wearable makeup collection. With playful blushes and glossy lip colors, it’s a delightful gift that makes experimenting with beauty safe and joyful.
For skincare fans: Good Molecules Gentle Retinol Cream
This gentle, fragrance-free retinol treatment helps reveal smoother, firmer-looking skin over time. Skincare fans will love how it improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while nourishing and soothing the skin.
For glam enthusiasts: GRWM Cosmetics Limited Edition Face Card 6 Pan Case
Build a palette that’s all you with this limited-edition 6-pan case, perfect for swapping shades and mixing favorites. With strong magnetic slots, a cream-product cover, and luxe semi-glossy PU leather, this is a stylish way to create endless festive looks.
For the luxe-obsessed: Dior Beauty Les Esprits de Parfum
Les Exprits de Parfum features five perfume totems reimagined in the spirit of adventurous luxury, daring to push boundaries and explore creative extremes. It’s a sophisticated, indulgent collection for anyone who loves bold, unforgettable fragrances.
For K-beauty fans: Innisfree Green Tea Ceramide Milk Barrier Essence
This non-sticky, milky essence delivers deep hydration while keeping the skin healthy and moisturized all day long. K-beauty is still in, and this makes a perfect gift for fans looking to strengthen their skin barrier and enjoy a soft, radiant complexion.
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