Beauty products are the ultimate gifts to give (and to receive.) They can run the gamut and fit the likes of many different friends, no matter how discerning their tastes or niche their preferences. I have pulled some of my favorite finds from around the web for a beauty gift guide those around you will surely remember. And isn’t the best part — giving someone a gift that later becomes a favorite? (I am so competitive…I want to win at the gift giving game.)
For the Gal Who Loves Nail Polish
Deborah Lippmann’s Big Bang Nail Set – Deborah Lippmann is one of my personal favorites for the vibrancy and shade range of her polishes, not to mention their long wearability and ease of application. And this set is the ultimate one to give (or receive)! 12 shades that vary from natural and subtle to bold and daring. The only part of this gift left is to get the recipient to agree to let you use them! Available at Sephora.com for $78.00.
For the Gal Who Loves a Fancy Candle
(but Can’t Commit to Just One Scent)
Diptyque Candle Set (set of 10) – Everyone loves a great candle, but Diptyque candles are the best of the best. With amazing scents and long burn times, it’s safe to say this brand has a cult following. What I like most about this gift is it can be given to just one special person, or broken up into 10 individual gifts for a bunch of friends or family. And frankly noone will fault you if you keep just one for yourself. Available at Nordstrom for $130.
For the gal who likes a more low maintenance routine
Fresh Sugar Stars Mini Lip Collection – Not everyone may be into a full face, so an array of tinted lip balms (that truly are the best on the market) is just the answer! With tinted balms, the problem is often that the colors are quite sheer so having different shades is often pointless as they all end up looking the same. Not with these best selling balms from Fresh – they pigment is rich and vibrant, while delivering intense moisture and hydration for the lips all day. Available at Fresh.com for $65.00.
For the gal who loves a Pinterest-worthy vanity
Anthropologie Vestige Lipstick Holder – Don’t your friends’ lipsticks deserve the very best? Yes they do. What better way to display one’s favorite daily lip shades than with this adorable holder? Reds on one side, nudes on the other – perfect. Available at Anthropologie for $28.00.
For the Gal Who Needs Fragrance Options
Jo Malone London Cologne Collection – If she changes her makeup every single day, chances are she changes her fragrance to – and this Jo Malone London set is perfect for the friend that needs variety in her beauty life. 5 of their top selling fragrances housed in what may be the most elegant packaging possible for a multitude of scent combinations. Wear them alone or layer – the possibilities are endless. Available at Bergdorf Goodman for $100.
For the Gal Who Has Everything and Only the Best Will Do
Tom Ford Limited Edition 12 piece Lipstick set – Maybe she let you crash on her couch for a few months, or maybe she is having a particularly tough year, but I trust that receiving this Tom Ford lip set will most certainly brighten any beauty lover’s day. With 20 shades that range from natural and nude, to deep and bold, this is the ultimate luxe set. Available at Neiman Marcus for $588.00
For the Gal who Wants Super Soft Skin all Winter Long
Kiehl’s Creme de Corps Collection – Often when I find a product that I love more than life itself, I feel the need to share it with the world. I have been using the Kiehl’s Creme de Corps lotion for years and am consistently amazed at how nourishing, rich and hydrating it is any season of the year. Intense enough for the winter, but light enough for the summer, everyone should experience this gem. And this set contains not only the cult classic body lotion, but the Creme de Corps Soy Milk & Honey Body Polish which banishes any dry skin forever. In addition, the set contains the forever classic Ultimate Hand Salve, the #1 selling lip balm, sample of the Ultra Facial Cream and Powerful Strength Line Reducing Concentrate. Available at Kiehls.com for $65.
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