The 24 Best Beauty Gifts To Surprise And Delight This Christmas
From culty fragrances and skincare sets to high-powered hair tools.
When it comes to selecting one of the best beauty gifts a longtime or budding enthusiast will love, it can sometimes be tricky to surprise them with hair, skin, or makeup essentials they’ll be talking about for months. And while there are a number of excellent options available to shop, we understand that gift giving is an art form of sorts—which is why we’ve done the hard work for you and narrowed down the most in-demand product picks.
From versatile sets curated by popular brands like Dior, Prada, and Augustinus Bader to hi-tech gift selects from Dyson, SolaWave and more, these buzzy options might have your friend or family member questioning who the real beauty lover is. Here, are the best beauty gifts from across the Internet that are worthy of dazzling just about anyone on your shopping list.
Beauty Advent Calendar, about $321, NET-A-PORTER
Back for its fifth consecutive year, NET-A-PORTER's Beauty Advent Calendar contains 25 bestselling skincare, haircare, body care and makeup products—from Charlotte Tilbury's lipstick in rosy 'Nude Romance' to This Works' mini 'Deep Sleep Pillow Spray'—you’ll need to power through the festive season in style and feel rejuvenated for the new year.
Satin Scrunchie, $1,280, Prada
This isn't an ordinary satin scrunchie, it's a bedazzled satin scrunchie. This crystal-embellished accessory from Prada adds extra glam to any look and is equal parts functional and stylish.
Prada shoppers should place orders by December 22 for Christmas Eve delivery.
Someone I Knew Eau de Parfum Refill & Bracelet, around $264, By Far
In addition to robust notes of ambrette and jasmin absolute, plus floral chypre, and oak moss, By Far's Someone I Knew Eau de Parfum set also nicely includes a leather bracelet and refillable charm they can physically wear.
Order before 11 a.m. ET by December 19 to qualify for next day a.m. shipping.
The Renewing Duo, around $144, Then I Met You
Your giftee can start by using Then I Met You's Rosé Resurfacing Facial Mask once or twice per week to exfoliate and brighten, and follow up with its Renewing Rich Beauty Cream to lock in moisture with this coveted vegan skincare set.
Order by December 13 for timely holiday delivery.
Gold Lust Collection, $168, Oribe
The person who's serious about their hair looks will enjoy unwrapping this holiday trio from Oribe. It features the line's signature shampoo, conditioner, and Nourishing Hair Oil, housed in a limited-edition box designed by Japanese artist Kohei Kyomori.
Neiman Marcus offers its shoppers second business day shipping for an added $15 fee, or next business day shipping for an added $25 fee for orders placed by before 12 p.m. CT.
Chelsea Nights Limited Edition, around $949, Bond No. 9
Gifting a bottle of fragrance is nice. Gifting a bottle of fragrance that's decked out with real Swarovski gems? That's holiday-worthy. This limited edition Chelsea Nights scent from Bond. No. 9 is on so many wish lists thanks to the showstopping bottle and warm, sensual saffron-and-cocoa scent.
Bond No. 9 offers customers UPS three-day select shipping for an added $30 fee, second day air shipping for an added $40, or next-day air for an extra $60.
Making Faces Soft Cover Book, $32.10, Kevyn Aucoin Beauty
This beauty-adjacent gift is perfect for your favorite makeup enthusiast, and looks great on any coffee table. In the book they'll find over 200 color photos and sketches, with a breakdown on the basics of product application and technique by celebrated makeup artist Kevyn Aucoin himself.
Saks Fifth Avenue offers express, one- to two-day delivery for an added $25 fee.
Advent Calendar 2022, around $880, Dior
Any beauty enthusiast will be thrilled to receive this coveted luxury Advent calendar from Dior. It contains travel-size makeup and fragrance best-sellers, like its J'adore Eau de Parfum, Diorshow Iconic Overcurl, and Diorshow Maximizer 3D.
Dior offers express, two-day shipping for an added fee of $9.95, or overnight shipping for an extra $16.95.
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Cloud Paint Duo, around $54, Glossier
All they'll need are a few dabs of Glossier's beloved and extremely pigmented Cloud Paint to make a long-lasting cheek statement.
Glossier offers shoppers two- to three- business day expedited shipping for an added fee of $15, or rush one- to two-day shipping for an extra $25.
Moisturizing Collection Set, around $135, Sachajuan
Here's a set of moisturizing hair maintenance essentials from Sachajuan that features its hydrating shampoo, conditioner, and a handy styling cream for straight or curly hair.
Order before 11 a.m. ET by December 19 to qualify for next day a.m. shipping.
The Supreme Collection, around $2,236, Augustinus Bader
The friend who's serious about their hydration will be excited to receive this luxe skincare bundle from Augustinus Bader. Inside, they'll discover each of the brand's best-sellers for face—from The Rich Cream to The Lip Balm.
For Christmas Eve arrival, those living on the West Coast should place their Augustinus Bader orders by December 16, while those on the East should order by December 19.
The Replenishing Moisture Collection, $322.45, La Mer
To seamlessly lock in moisture, it doesn't get much more luxe than using a jar of La Mer's cult-favorite Crème de la Mer, especially when it includes the brand's Cleansing Foam, Regenerating Serum, and Eye Concentrate to boot.
Order by 5 p.m. PT on December 17 for timely holiday delivery. Nordstrom Card members are eligible for three-day or next-day delivery to local store locations until 12 p.m. PT on December 18.
Rose Prick Eau de Parfum & Lip Color Set, $565.06, Tom Ford
They'll get a tube of Tom Ford's Night Mauve lipstick in this gift set, plus a bottle of the brand's warm, floral-noted Rose Prick fragrance—which is inspired by the designer's private rose garden.
Order by 5 p.m. PT on December 17 for timely holiday delivery. Nordstrom Card members are eligible for three-day or next-day delivery to local store locations until 12 p.m. PT on December 18.
Pret A Parfumer Infused Bracelet, $131.20, Diptyque
Here's a piece of customizable jewelry from Diptyque to add to their arm party. Bonus: It just so happens to double as an all-day fragrance.
Saks Fifth Avenue offers express, one- to two-day delivery for an added $25 fee.
La Crème Night Cream, $1,220.71, Clé de Peau Beauté
Every true beauty enthusiast knows that one of the first steps to achieving a glowy complexion starts with a good night's rest. If your friend or family member has trouble catching enough Zs, help them fake it with this top-rated night cream from Clé de Peau Beauté, which has been called "perfect" and "worth the price" by over 700 Nordstrom shoppers.
Order by 5 p.m. PT on December 17 for timely holiday delivery. Nordstrom Card members are eligible for three-day or next-day delivery to local store locations until 12 p.m. PT on December 18.
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White Enamel Set Strong Mint, $290.10, vVARDIS
This Switzerland-crafted whitening set has everything they'll need to brighten their smile, including the White Enamel Anti-Aging Caressing Toothbrush, Anti-Aging Toothpaste, Enamel Highlighter Mouthwash, and White Enamel Anti-Aging Serum for good measure.
Saks Fifth Avenue offers express, one- to two-day delivery for an added $25 fee.
Embellished Two-Tone Acetate Hair Clip, around $167, Balmain Paris Hair Couture
Now that claw clips are officially back in style, we're betting this streamlined version from Balmain will rival any of their go-to hair ties.
Order by 3 p.m. EST on December 22 to take advantage of Net-A-Porter's next-day shipping, or by 10 a.m. EST on December 23 for premier shipping for an added fee.
Fragrance Discovery Set, $161.23, Le Labo
Gift the family member who can never decide which fragrance to wear with this discovery set featuring 17 of Le Lebo's best-sellers, including Vetiver 46 and the buzzy Santal 33 scent.
Order by 5 p.m. PT on December 17 for timely holiday delivery. Nordstrom Card members are eligible for three-day or next-day delivery to local store locations until 12 p.m. PT on December 18.
Riki 5X Lighted Mirror, $345.49, Riki Loves Riki
If a friend or family member also happens to be a content creator, they'll be thrilled to receive this LED mirror with five dimming settings and a phone clip attachment.
Order by 5 p.m. PT on December 17 for timely holiday delivery. Nordstrom Card members are eligible for three-day or next-day delivery to local store locations until 12 p.m. PT on December 18.
Baccarat Rouge 540 Five-Piece Travel Spray Gift Set, $473.80, Maison Francis Kurkdjian
It doesn't get much more luxe than this set of five miniature Baccarat Rouge 540 sprays, which come with their own luxe travel case to throw in a purse or carry-on.
Saks Fifth Avenue offers express, one- to two-day delivery for an added $25 fee.
Alchemist Garden Hand Cream Set, $320.70, Gucci
The person whose signature fragrances are made exclusively by Gucci Beauty will get plenty of use out of this trio of limited-edition hand creams this winter from the brand's Alchemist Garden collection.
Saks Fifth Avenue offers express, one- to two-day delivery for an added $25 fee.
The Icons Edit Gift Set, $212, Slip
The hair care enthusiast who always gets at least eight hours of sleep will get lots of use out of this set of best-sellers from Slip. From its queen-size silk pillowcase to the contoured eye mask, these night time staples are the gifts that keep on giving.
Neiman Marcus offers its shoppers second business day shipping for an added $15 fee, or next business day shipping for an added $25 fee for orders placed by before 12 p.m. CT.
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Contour Book: The Art of Sculpting & Defining Vol III, Kevyn Aucoin
Whether they prefer a strong makeup look or just a hint of bronzer, this versatile palette from the pros at Kevyn Aucoin contains a range of highlighters, sculpting powders, and bronzer to enhance their contours.
Saks Fifth Avenue offers express, one- to two-day delivery for an added $25 fee.
French Waltz Eau de Parfum (3.4 Oz.), $292, GOLF le FLEUR*
This popular fragrance combines notes of mandarin, rose, magnolia, and musk for the perfect everyday scent that's not overpowering.
Neiman Marcus offers its shoppers second business day shipping for an added $15 fee, or next business day shipping for an added $25 fee for orders placed by before 12 p.m. CT.
This article originally appeared on Harper's BAZAAR US.