Beauty sets perfect for every giftee on your list
From the jet-setter on your list to the all-natural beauty, we've done your shopping for you.
When it comes to beauty products, we all want more for less, but we still want the best of the best. Luckily, this season's holiday value sets offer the top products in every category, in groupings that make them truly great gifts — if you can resist breaking them open and diving in yourself! These limited-edition kits are also the easiest way to test out more products from some of our fave brands. And at every price point, there are options for everyone no matter your hair and skin type or fragrance preference. Keep scrolling below, and snap up these hot deals on all the best-sellers for holiday, because if we know one thing, it's that they won't be around for long.
For the Skincare Beginner
While there are a ton of of great skincare sets on the market, not all are as complete as this, with Philosophy's cult classic cleanser, eye cream and moisturizer all in one. This trio of products, intended to target signs of aging while also working to give you a healthy glow, are all your friend needs to say goodbye to dry winter skin this year.
Philosophy Radiant & Refined Skincare Set, $94, shop.nordstrom.com
For the One Who Believe in Good Basics
You can never go wrong with a five-piece brush set for under $50. This one comes with brushes for blush, powder, shadow and liner for all your seasonal party needs and it looks holiday-ready itself. Each brush is made from high-quality materials, and features fun and festive glitter handles that will jazz up any makeup bag. Best of all, the cute carrying pouch stands upright for easy touch-ups on the go.
Sephora Collection Show Me Off Brush Set, $48, sephora.ca
For the One With A Bit of A Wild Side
Makeup pro Charlotte Tilbury is known for signature smoldering looks favoured by clients like Kate Moss. And thanks to her bombshell gift box, which comes with her much-loved eyeshadow, mascara, lipstick, gloss, liner and more, the perfect cat eye and red lip combo is everything you (oops, we mean your giftee) need for your next night out. Watch one of Charlotte's online tutorials to nail the look, and don't forget the tousled hair.
Bergdorf Goodman Charlotte Tilbury The Bombshell Gift Box Set, $205, bergdorfgoodman.com
For the Fragrance Fiend
The scent of Marc Jacobs is made even sweeter when it comes as a trio rollerball set. In it, the designer's signature scent Daisy is paired with two distinct offshoots, Daisy Eau so Fresh and Daisy Dream. With three original scents to choose from, you can use it a starter fragrance library to suit your lifestyle, from date to night to holiday parties and even Sunday brunch.
Marc Jacobs Daisy Holiday Rollerball Set, $59, beautyboutique.com
For the One Who Has It All—Except This
It doesn't get more exclusive than this. Valmont takes glamour to a whole new level with this ultra-luxe gift set like no other. There are only 120 of these prestige lacquered wood box sets in the world, and each one comes with an 18-carat gold-plated sheath imprinted with a honeycomb print and three vials of the luxury brand's Cure Majestueuse, a cutting-edge serum formulated with a powerful essence of bees complex. If you can afford the price tag, it's a one-of-kind gift for a beauty lover.
Valmont Limited Edition Coffret Cure Majestueuse, $5,800, Valmont V35 at Langdon Hall
For the Jet-Setter
As the hairstylist for the Kardashians, Jen Atkin understands hair on the go, which is why she knew exactly what to put in the ultimate kit for all hair types. Packed with four essentials like dry shampoo, smoothing spray, texturizing spray and a mask, it has everything you need to soften, smooth and style hair wherever you are. Not only do these products for everyday perform like a dream, they also smell heavenly. So much for bad hair days.
Ouai On My Ouai Kit, $48, sephora.ca
For the One Who Knows French Girls Do It Better
Caudalie offers the gold standard in skincare, and this season, it has packaged its cult fave anti-aging eye cream, moisturizer and elixir in a single package valued at over $200 and retailing for almost half. Value aside, its high-performance active ingredients make for a strong foundation for any skincare routine. Who says you can't turn back time?
Caudalie Premier Cru Eye Holiday Set, $110, ca.caudalie.com
For the Natural Beauty
Dedicated to saving the bees, this brand is focused in on natural beauty products for all skin types. The price is right and the products are great, especially for more sensitive skin types. Got a secret Santa gift to buy? Consider gifting this set with face wipes, scrub, cleansing cream and two lip balms made with white tea extract, chamomile and willow bark to cleanse, nourish and tone skin and lips all season.
Burt's Bees Face Essentials, $23, well.ca
For the Happy Go Lucky One
There's no doubt about it, this kit is all about pure joy. This limited-edition set of four holiday-inspired lipsticks is crafted by hand with 12 edible oils and vitamins, and includes all the standout shades you need for the holidays. Try the Honeycomb shade for day, and then dial it up with the Cayenne red for nighttime.