The 24 Best Makeup Gift Sets For The Ultimate Beauty Lover

The best makeup gift sets usually check a number of boxes. In addition to featuring pigmented colour payoff, long-lasting formulas, and an abundance of viral TikTok love, one more notable factor helps set them apart from the rest: These buzzy favourites can delight even the pickiest beauty fan. And even better? Popular kits and makeup Advent calendars—from Merit Beauty, Jones Road, Fenty Beauty, and others—don’t have to be complicated or expensive to be impressive.

Whether you’re looking for a last-minute stocking stuffer or full makeup wardrobe, there are plenty of options just waiting to be wrapped as your next holiday surprise. And to help get your seasonal shopping under way, we’ve rounded up what BAZAAR editors consider among the best makeup gift sets any sharp liner, highlighter, and bold lip maximalist—or five-minute face minimalist—can appreciate.

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PRETTY PALETTE

Hermès Ombres d'Hermès Eyeshadow Quartet

BAZAAR editors are raving about Hermès' range of tonal Le Regard collection, which includes this cool-toned eyeshadow palette and accompanying professional-level brush. The palette features an even mix of matte finish and iridescent shimmer shades that also happen to be refillable.

FOR THE RIHANNA NAVY MEMBER

Fenty Beauty The MVP's 3-Piece Fenty Icon Lipstick Bundle

This kit makes it easy to surprise the long-time Rihanna fan with the exact red lipstick shade she wore during the 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show. They'll not only unwrap the star's Fenty Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick in MVP, but a semi-matte version of the colour in a refillable bullet as well.

BOLD BROWS

Chanel La Palette Sourcils Brow Wax & Brow Powder Duo

Upgrade their brow go-to with this all-in-one brow kit that's part wax, part fine mineral pigments. In addition to a pair of mini tweezers, the duo also includes a spoolie and angled brush to help keep their eyebrows groomed and even.

PLUMP IT UP

Makeup by Mario Mini MoistureGlow On The Go Plumping Lip Serum Duo

They won't have to compromise on colour or hydration with this compact lip serum set from Makeup by Mario. It combines shea butter, avocado oil, refined kiwi oil, and Argan oils for a high-shine finish, and keeps lips plump at the same time.

COLOUR POP

Gucci Beauty Des Yeux Gorgeous Flora Eyeshadow Palette

We consider this Gucci eye shadow palette part gift, part collector’s item. Not only will it look stunning on anyone’s bathroom counter or vanity, but it also contains 12 satin, matte, and metallic shades for plenty of versatility.

BRONZED GODDESS

Guerlain Terracotta Bronzer & Mascara Set

Guerlain's coveted Terracotta bronzer and mascara set is the perfect gift for the person who's just looking for a little extra polish. Plus, the bronzer's hydrating formula is also transfer-proof, which means its sun-kissed finish will stay put all day.

ALL-DAY SLEIGH

NYX Professional Makeup Limited-Edition Pull to Sleigh Surprise Makeup Holiday Gift Set

This seasonal Surprise Makeup Holiday Gift Set from NYX may look and hang like a piñata, but all your family member has to do is pull its strings to reveal its beauty offerings. In addition to tools like a makeup sponge and nail file, they’ll also receive a number of the brand’s Butter Glosses, Smooth Whip Lip Creams, and much more.

THE ULTIMATE EYE-OPENER

Dior Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Set

This limited-edition mascara set from Dior makes the perfect stocking stuffer. It features the brand’s plumping Diorshow primer and mascara, which uses cornflower extract to hydrate and strengthen lashes, along with a full-size mascara tube to enjoy.

WINTER LIP WARDROBE

Glossier Cranberry Lip Trio

Figuring out what lip shade to wear will be a no brainer for your favourite makeup lover after they receive this versatile set from Glossier. Inside they'll discover tubes of its demi-matte G Suit lipstick, balmy Ultralip, and sheer matte Generation G formula, each featuring a timely cranberry shade.

CHERUB CHEEKS

Youthforia BYO Blush Trio

The person who likes maximum colour payoff without the cake-y feel of makeup will get plenty of use out of Youthforia's set of buildable blush oils. Plus, each blush is vegan and dermatologist-tested, which means they won't leave your giftee with an unexpected breakout.

CATWALK-WORTHY

Rabanne Eyephoria Handbag Eyeshadow Palette Quad

While this chrome Rabanne eye shadow compact isn’t exactly a makeup gift set, it’s earned a spot on our list since it contains four shade options in one. Plus, each shadow features a different texture: matte leather, metal foil, sparkling luster, and gloss vinyl.

LIPSTICK LOVER

Christian Louboutin Women’s Lip Trio Rouge Louboutin Coffret

Upgrade a friend or family member’s signature red lip with this trio of lipsticks from Christian Louboutin Beauty. The trio not only features a number of finishes, including Silky Satin, Velvet Matte, and Sooooo…Glow, but also lasts up to six hours per wear.

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ALL THAT GLITTERS

Danessa Myricks Beauty Dynamic Chrome Duo for Face & Eyes

Anyone who lives for a bold, sparkly eye will enjoy crafting looks with Danessa Myricks Beauty’s Dynamic Chrome Duo, which works for both face and eyes. A little goes a long way when it comes to the set’s pigmented formulas.

BEAUTY TO GO

Valentino Go-Clutch Highlighter and Mini Lipstick

This duo from Valentino takes travel-ready beauty to a totally different level. It contains a refillable clutch-inspired highlighter (which doubles as a fashion accessory), along with a tube of the perfect red lipstick.

A TOP-RATED TRIO

NARS Orgasm Thrills Lip & Cheek Set

Help a friend get a monochromatic flush of colour with this three-piece bundle featuring NARS's classic Orgasm blush, Afterglow lip balm, and a travel-ready professional blush brush.

THE EYES HAVE IT

Nudestix Nude Earth Eye Palette Kit (6-Piece)

Not only does this eye kit come with its own sharpener and travel tin, but it also happens to be Sofia Richie Grainge–approved. And since each shade is neutral, your makeup-loving friend can easily use any as transition shades, liners, or all over shadows.

WHO NEEDS FALSIES?

Chantecaille Longest Lash Duet

This makeup kit from Chantecaille is ideal for the person whose favourite product is mascara. They can double up on their number of tubes while volumising and lengthening lashes, thanks to a blend of peptides and rose oil.

MAKEUP WITH AN EDGE

Isamaya Industrial Collection Set 4pc

We’re betting this grunge-inspired set from artist Isamaya Ffrench will be a standout next to any of the makeup products in their collection. In addition to a 14-shade eye shadow palette and mascara, they can also enjoy the brand’s brow laminator gel and comb, plus a pigmented lip serum as the cherry on top.

A CLEAN SWEEP

Kim Chic Beauty Let’s Get Clean (7-Day Set)

Make their makeup removal a no-brainer with this vibrant collection of gentle microfibre cleansing cloths. After soaking one in warm water and ringing it out, all they’ll have to do is use the short-fibre side in circular motions to get rid of even the most stubborn eyeliner, mascara, and foundation—no extra products required.

(BROWS) BORROWED FROM THE BOYS

Glossier Boy Brow + Brow Flick Duo

Glossier’s best-selling Boy Brow grooming pomade teams up with the brand’s microfine Brow Flick pen in this exclusive set, which is perfect for the person who always keeps their eyebrows in tip-top shape. Whether they decide to use the products together or separately, your friend will have sculpted, defined brows that still look natural.

ADD SOME POSH SPICE

Victoria Beckham Beauty Finishing Touch Collection

This collector's set contains four of Victoria Beckham Beauty’s makeup bestsellers, including the Satin Kajal Liner in the shade Olive, Reflect Highlighter Stick in Pearl, Eyewear Eyeshadow Stick in Oyster, and a tube of Posh Gloss. Plus, they'll even receive a travel-ready compact mirror as a gifting bonus.

FRESH-FACED

RMS Beauty Clean & Bright Kit

Here’s a set that’s perfect for the person looking for just a little more polish. With its dusty pink lip colour, pink champagne shadow, and tube of volumising mascara, your giftee can get an ethereal glow without doing too much with their makeup.

MULTI-STICK MARVELS

Ilia Colour Ways Multi-Stick Set

The friend who prefers applying makeup with their fingertips will love unboxing Ilia’s painterly Colour Ways Multi-Stick Set. Inside, they’ll find a full-size version of the brand’s peach-pink Whisper stick for lips and cheeks, along with two travel-size tubes of the coral pearl Come Sunday and champagne pearl Cosmic Dancer sticks to highlight.

A CLEAN DREAM

Kosas The Clean Start Set: Tinted Skincare Lineup

This makeup trio from Kosas has all the basics needed for a flawless complexion finish. It includes the brand’s top-rated SPF 25 foundation, under-eye concealer, and light-as-air setting powder—which all feel breathable on the skin.

This article originally appeared in Harper’s BAZAAR US.