16 Top-Rated Holiday Gifts for the Beauty-Obsessed

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Editors’ Pick | Under $30 | Under $50 | Under $100 | Luxe Beauty Gifts Over $100 |


Beauty gifting can feel overwhelming, mostly because of the sheer number of choices available, but it can also be one of the easiest gifts to buy. With so many brands launching beauty gift sets ahead of the holiday season, there are loads of amazing options, already festively packaged and priced well. Beauty gifts are a no-brainer for the beauty-obsessed people in your life – but also a great gift option for everyone on your list, for all ages and genders. 

More than just fabulous makeup, beauty gifts also include skincare, haircare and self-care gifts. Everyone deserves a little pampering. Gift sets offer you a chance to try new products from brands you love or discover new brands, plus most are priced well below what you would normally pay for the products individually. Here are some of our favorite top-rated beauty gift picks for the 2024 season organized by price to help keep you on budget.

Editors’ Pick

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Glow for the Holiday Kit
$34 at Elf Cosmetics
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Holiday Beauty Gifts Under $30

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I Dew Care Sundae Scoop Ice Cream-Inspired Mask and Headband Set
$28 at Ulta
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Tarte Viral Must-Haves Set
$29 at Ulta
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NEST Mini Rollerball Trio Set
$25 at Sephora
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Innisfree Hydrate + Protect Bestseller Minis Set
$23 at Sephora
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Mario Badescu Mist & Glow Duo
$18 (was $24) at mariobadescu.com
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Holiday Beauty Gifts Under $50

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Sephora Favorites Glitz and Glam Makeup Set
$45 at Sephora
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Pinch Provisions Super Spa Set
$35 at Anthropologie
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L’Occitane Shea Doorbuster Gift Set
$35 at Anthropologie
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Holiday Beauty Gifts Under $100

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Sephora Favorites Best-Selling Perfume Sampler Set
$88 at Sephora
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Revlon One-Step Hot Air Brush
$54.49 (orig. $59.99) at Amazon
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Slip Lovely Lashes Sleep Mask
$55 at Neiman Marcus
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Holiday Beauty Gifts Over $100

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Tula Bestsellers 10-Piece Limited-Edition Vault
$298 at Ulta
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BLUEMERCURY Derm Edit 2024
$149 at Bluemercury.com
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Jo Malone Little Luxuries Travel Set
$180 at Nordstrom
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Molton Brown Reviving Rosemary Ultimate Spa Gift Set
$126 at Moltonbrown.com
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Curious to learn more about the products we picked above? Keep reading!

Editors’ Pick

Glow for the Holiday Kit

Elf products from the Glow for the Holiday Kit
Image: Elf Cosmetics

Snag this limited edition makeup and skincare set now for a special holiday gift your loved one won’t soon forget. While you will need to quickly create a free account to buy, it is so worth it. This kit includes bronzing drops, a hydrating face cream, a reviving lip oil and a blush wand. Your special someone will feel radiant when trying out this variety of beauty essentials and may even find a new favorite and have you to thank. Now is the time to shop! Elf Cosmetics is running 7% cash back for purchases sitewide now through Dec. 31. Scoop up your Glow for the Holiday Kit before they are gone.

buy it – $34 at Elf Cosmetics

Holiday Beauty Gifts Under $30

I Dew Care Sundae Scoop Ice Cream-Inspired Mask and Headband Set

Sundae Scoop box set with three face masks and a rainbow sprinkle headband
Image: Ulta

This playful, ice cream-inspired set features three wash-off masks (two mini, one full size) and a cute Sprinkle Headband, making it a fun gift for teens and tweens. Products feature natural ingredients like cocoa fruit powder, cocoa seed butter, peppermint leaf extract, aloe leaf extract and glacier water. All products have been dermatologically tested for all skin types.

buy it – $28 at Ulta

Tarte Viral Must-Haves Set

Tarte Viral must-have gift box with three tubes
Image: Ulta.com

Try three popular Tarte items designed to give you a wide-eyed, plump-lipped look. All products in the set are vegan and cruelty-free, so you can feel good about your beauty routine. 

The set includes: 

  • Fake Awake Eye Highlight: Brighten and define your eyes with this eye-opening pencil that adds an instant pop of light.
  •  Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump: Achieve fuller lips with a nourishing blend to give you a hydrated, visibly plump pout.
  • Tartelette Tubing Mascara: Formulated with carnauba wax for a smooth, buildable application, it provides 24-hour smudge-proof wear and is safe for contact lens wearers. 
buy it – $29 at ulta

NEST Mini Rollerball Trio Set

black and floral NEST package with three mini fragrance bottles
Image: Sephora

The Nest Mini Rollerball Trip Gift Set is highly rated by customers for its smell and value. Try out three scents to discover which may be your new favorite.

The set includes: 

  • Lychee Rose: A vibrant, effervescent fruity-floral fragrance that combines delicate rose absolute with fresh lychee, accented by the essence of pink champagne and raspberry. 
  • Golden Nectar: A seductive floral-gourmand blend that envelops the senses with the warmth of golden orchid complemented by rich notes of creamy vanilla and velvety musk. 
  • Indigo: An exotic and adventurous scent inspired by the Mediterranean, with notes of Italian lemon and orange bergamot, balanced by Moroccan tea, Kashmir wood, and wild figs from the South of France. 
buy it – $25 at sephora

Innisfree Hydrate + Protect Bestseller Minis Set

innisfree best seller mini set package featuring three products
Image: Sephora

Try this highly-rated trio of travel-size skincare essentials (face cream, serum and sunblock) designed to keep your skin hydrated, protected, and glowing wherever you go. This set is ideal for all skin types—normal, dry, combination, and oily—and targets common skincare concerns like dryness, dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. Part of Sephora’s Clean Beauty offerings it is free of harmful ingredients like parabens, sulfates, and phthalates, this set is also vegan, cruelty-free, and packaged in recyclable materials.

buy it – $23 at sephora

Mario Badescu Mist & Glow Duo

set of two mario badescu products
Image: mariobadescu.com

The Mist & Glow Gift Set perfectly pairs two refreshing and soothing essentials for pampering and setting a spa-like ambiance.

The set includes:

  • Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs, and Rosewater: A cult-favorite hydrating mist, infused with rejuvenating rosewater and clarifying thyme, delivering a dewy, radiant glow with every spritz. Ideal for refreshing your skin throughout the day.
  • Aloe, Herbs, and Rosewater Natural Soy Candle: A botanical-scented soy candle inspired by the iconic facial spray, filling any room with calming rose and herbaceous notes, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and relaxation.
buy it – $18 at mariobadescu.com

Holiday Beauty Gifts Under $50

Sephora Favorites Glitz and Glam Makeup Set

Decorative blue and gold Sephora package with set of makeup
Image: Sephora

The Sephora Favorites Glitz and Glam Makeup Set is a seven-piece collection featuring bestselling products from top brands like Laura Mercier, Glossier, and Armani.

This set includes:

  • Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze® Sculpting Eyebrow Wax(mini): Achieve extreme hold and a laminated brow look.
  • Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eyeshadow in Rose Gold (deluxe): A creamy, long-wearing eyeshadow stick in a shimmering rose gold shade.
  • Glossier Cloud Paint Gel Cream Blush in Storm (full-size): A highly pigmented, blendable cream blush for a natural, flushed look.
  • MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Resist Color Pencil Eyeliner (deluxe): A waterproof eyeliner pencil for bold, long-lasting definition.
  • Beautyblender ORIGINAL Makeup Sponge (full-size): The iconic makeup sponge for flawless foundation application.
  • MERIT Signature Lip Lightweight Satin Lipstick in Mauve (full-size): A weightless satin lipstick in a versatile mauve shade.
  • Armani Beauty Prisma Glass Hydrating Lip Gloss in 02 Candy Pink (deluxe): A hydrating lip gloss with squalane for a glossy, pink finish.
buy it – $45 at sephora

Pinch Provisions Super Spa Set

wicker purse with spa set label and silk tie
Image: Anthropologie

From pampering to practicality, this Super Spa Set from Pinch Provisions has everything you need for a spa-like experience at home. Known for their popular Minimergency Kits, Pinch Provisions offers curated essentials in compact packages. Treat yourself or gift someone special with this all-in-one spa carryall.

This set includes:

  • Full-Size Ice Roller: Soothe and depuff your skin with a refreshing ice roller.
  • Silk Sleep Mask: Drift off to sleep in luxury with a soft, light-blocking silk mask.
  • Gua Sha Tool: Enhance circulation and massage away tension with this facial sculpting tool.
  • Exfoliating Mitt: Buff away dead skin cells for a smooth, glowing complexion.
  • Hair Clip: Keep your hair in place with this pretty accessory.
  • Shower Steamer: Transform your shower into an aromatherapy experience with a soothing shower steamer.
  • Scalp Massager: Relieve stress and stimulate your scalp with a relaxing massager.
  • Silk Scrunchie: Protect your hair while keeping it stylish with a gentle silk scrunchie.
buy it – $35 at anthropologie

L’Occitane Shea Doorbuster Gift Set

L'Occitane box set with multiple shea butter products
Image: Anthropologie

The L’Occitane Shea Doorbuster Gift Set offers a steep $63 savings. Loaded with shea butter, this set is perfect for winter skin. The set features a luxurious collection designed to nourish, moisturize, and protect your skin. 

The set includes:

  • Shea Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Oil (0.25 oz.): Conditions nails and softens cuticles for healthy-looking hands.
  • Shea Butter Hand Cream (1 oz.): Hydrates and soothes dry hands with rich, creamy moisture.
  • Shea Butter Lip Balm Stick (0.15 oz.): Moisturizes and protects lips, leaving them soft and smooth.
  • Shea Milk Soap (1.7 oz.): Cleanses and nourishes skin with a creamy, Shea-enriched formula.
  • Shea Butter Foot Cream (1 oz.): Provides intense hydration and comfort for dry, tired feet.
buy it – $35 at anthropologie

Holiday Beauty Gifts Under $100

Sephora Favorites Best-Selling Perfume Sampler Set

Sephora perfume gift set box with ten sample size perfumes
Image: Sephora

This is a fun gift to help someone discover their new favorite perfume. You get ten sample-size perfumes, from well-known brands like Commodity, Glossier, and Valentino, featuring a range of scents from floral to spicy and fresh citrus. Once you’ve chosen your favorite, you can redeem the included scent certificate for a full-size bottle of the fragrance at no additional cost, either online or at any US Sephora store. The full-size perfume retails for up to $142 per bottle making this set a good value.

buy it – $88 at sephora

Revlon One-Step Hot Air Brush

Revlon red and black curling hair dryer brush
Image: Amazon

This handy little tool has a cult following because it does so much with minimal effort. Style, dry and volumize your hair all in just one step for 30% less frizz and less hair damage.

buy it – $54.49 on amazon

Slip Lovely Lashes Sleep Mask

Image: Neiman Marcus

The Slip Contour Sleep Mask is specifically for those wearing delicate eyelash extensions. The mask’s inside eye contours sit away from the eyelids to allow more space for the eyelashes to sit and rest comfortably as she sleeps.

buy it – $55 at Neiman Marcus

Holiday Beauty Gifts Over $100

Tula Bestsellers 10-Piece Limited-Edition Vault

Turquoise puffer tote with a set of full size Tula skin care products
Image: Ulta

Go ahead and indulge, treat someone (or yourself) to a new skincare regime. A $456 value, the Tula Bestsellers 10-Piece Limited Edition Vault includes full-size versions of Tula’s most popular products, perfect for a comprehensive skincare routine. To make it feel extra gifty, you’ll also receive a free limited-edition puffer tote bag.

buy it – $298 at ulta

BLUEMERCURY Derm Edit 2024

Collection of Bluemercury top skin products and gift bag

A $412 value this curated skincare gift set is recommended by Dr. Elyse Love, Bluemercury’s dermatologist adviser. Try out favorite products that the experts use on themselves such as EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46, SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel, and the Instant Bright Eye Cream from SkinMedica. From sunscreen to serum, everything you need to put your best face forward is in this thoughtful gift.

buy it – $149 at bluemercury.com

Jo Malone Little Luxuries Travel Set

four mini Jo Malone products in front of a beige gift bag
Image: Nordstrom

The Little Luxuries Travel Set is an exclusive collection available at Nordstrom, featuring four luxe, travel-size essentials from Jo Malone London™. This set is paraben-free, phthalate-free, sulfate-free, and silicone-free and features beautiful packaging in Jo Malone’s signature gift box with a ribbon.

buy it – $180 at Nordstrom

Molton Brown Reviving Rosemary Ultimate Spa Gift Set

olive green molton brown gift set in box
Image: moltonbrown.com

If you are looking for a spa-like sensory experience, this set offers a complete aromatherapy-inspired ritual, perfect for revitalizing and balancing your body from head to toe. 

The set includes:

  • Bath & Shower Oil-In-Gel (10 fl oz): A unique, nourishing formula that cleanses and hydrates, leaving your skin feeling soft and refreshed.
  • Shampoo (10 fl oz): A gentle yet revitalizing shampoo that cleanses and invigorates your hair with a fresh rosemary scent.
  • Conditioner (10 fl oz): A nourishing conditioner that leaves your hair smooth and balanced, complementing the aromatic experience.
  • Perfume Oil Roll-On (0.33 fl oz): A pocket-sized perfume oil with a calming, herbaceous fragrance, perfect for an on-the-go refresh.
buy it – $126 at moltonbrown.com

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