The Best Holiday 2024 Beauty Gifts For Loved Ones & Yourself
Whether it's for a fellow beauty lover in your life or a little treat for yourself this festive season, we break down the best skincare, makeup and fragrance gifts this season.
As the holiday season sweeps in, the beauty world unveils its most dazzling limited editions, perfect for gifting or indulging in yourself. This year’s lineup is brimming with sophisticated palettes, indulgent skincare sets, and evocative fragrances—all impeccably designed to add a touch of luxury to any festive celebration.
A simple everyday look in one handy pouch filled with all of Dior Beauty's greatest hits? We can't think of a better gift for that no-fuss girlie who leaves the house with a pink flush and glossy lips. Give them a touch of luxury to their daily looks with the viral Lip Glow Oil and Rosy Glow blush in the classic 001 Pink. Finish it off with volumised lashes courtesy of the Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara.
Dior Beauty The Volume & Glow Ritual, $197
There are fun holiday palettes and then there are practical ones. This nine-pan palette from Anastasia Beverly Hills is the ideal gift for any neutral shadow lover. With a range of cool and warm brown tones and some glittering ones that can add major sparkle for a night out, this is a perfect all-in-one that's also great for travel.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Mini Spice Eyeshadow Palette, $50
For the fragrance lovers in your life, this new addition to the Tom Ford Beauty Private Blend line is not only stunning to display with its embossed silver plates and pristine white bottle, it's signature scent worthy. Bright and warm without being overbearing or sweet, the scent has a zesty bergamot opening before it's enveloped with a bouquet of florals and orange flower absolute at the heart. Delicate musk grounds the elegant fragrance which blooms on the skin thanks to its parfum formulation. It's long-lasting without being loud and sure to gain compliments at festive gatherings.
TOM FORD BEAUTY Soleil Neige Parfum, $690 for 50ml
These hand creams from Chloé Fragrances' new Atelier des Mains Collection are not only a treat for the eyes with its minimalistic design, but also a treat for the hands with its rich and moisturising texture. More importantly, it will envelope the hands with the line's signature fragrances—Cedrus being one of our favourites with resin, amber and musky cedar notes.
Chloé Fragrances Cedrus Atelier des Fleurs Hand Cream, $65 for 50ml
A small but practical for anyone on-the-go! This handy mini lotion and fragrance set from Rare Beauty is a great introduction to the line's Find Comfort Eau de Parfum—A cozy floral woody scent with lemon, jasmine and cashmere wood. The non-greasy lotion is a lush treat for the skin enriched with niacinamide and antioxidants, making it nourishing without feeling heavy.
Rare Beauty Find Comfort Mini Lotion & Fragrance Set, $50
There's a reason why this sleeping mask continues to reign supreme even after all these years. And enthusiasts would collect the plethora of flavours that this K-beauty brand brings out, especially the limited edition ones. Our pick would be the sweet Candy Cane flavour which doesn't just come with an adorable candy cane swirl, it also smells absolutely divine and leaves your lips glossy and plump.
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask (Holiday Limited Edition), $36
Blush is a trend that continues to go strong even as we head into 2025 and this set from Kosas houses some of our favourite formulas when it comes to powder blushes. These baked swirls aren't just for aesthetics as together, they impart a sheer flush of colour with a healthy sheen. Despite being minis, this one will certainly last quite a while considering its baked formula and pigmentation. Here you get a wardrobe of 3 solid how Blush Is Life Baked Dimensional + Brightening Blush in Butterflies – Cool Baby Pink
Blissed – Warm Peachy Pink
Euphoria – Cool Pinky Mauve
Kosas Blush Is Life Mini Trio, $50
Renowned among makeup artists and lauded as Korea’s top cushion foundation, JUNGSAEMMOOL elevates its Essential Skin Nuder Cushion with the Youtiful Moment Limited Edition and would be perfect for any complexion obsessed friend. The serene sky-blue packaging is adorned with luminous pearl accents, making it a collector’s dream. More importantly, in the spirit of giving back, 100% of the profits from the Limited Edition version of this cushion goes to HCSA SPIN, a local initiative to support single parents and young mothers with vital resources, mentorship, and a supportive community.
This cushion delivers light, natural coverage and a radiant, dewy finish and its skin-coating formula ensures an even, ultra-thin application that adheres seamlessly, creating a long-lasting glow. Ideal for those who crave a skin-like finish with a touch of hydration.
JUNGSAEMMOOL Essential Skin Nuder Cushion [Limited Edition: Youtiful Moment], $52
NARS redefines radiance with this luxe holiday-exclusive palette. Featuring new shades of its Light Reflecting™ formula, this compact boasts silky, buildable powders that provide a luminous wash of colour. With rich champagne, bronze, and pink tones, it’s perfect for creating sultry eye looks and lit-from-within cheeks. Encased in an opulent gold design, it’s the ultimate accessory for the party season.
NARS Pure Luxury Light Reflecting™ Cheek & Eye Palette I (Holiday Limited Edition), $90
Minimalism meets luxury in Burberry’s Iconic Honey Eye Palette. Housed in bold red packaging, this four-shade quad features neutral tones that blend seamlessly from satin to matte finishes. Whether for a subtle daytime look or effortless evening glamour, it’s a chic choice for the makeup minimalist.
Burberry Beauty Eye Palette Iconic Honey (Limited Edition), $110
Prepare to embrace the #Pinkcore trend with Charlotte Tilbury’s Beautyverse Love Palette. This limited-edition marvel includes nine mesmerizing shades, designed with duo-chrome pearls to catch the light as you dance into the night. From soft pinks to glittering golds, it’s a disco ball in palette form, perfect for the bold beauty enthusiast.
Charlotte Tilbury Beautyverse Love Palette (Holiday Limited Edition), $115
Transform skin into a luminous masterpiece with SK-II’s holiday-exclusive set. This trio includes the iconic Pitera Facial Treatment Essence, the GenOptics Ultraura Essence, and the Skinpower Advanced Cream. A beauty regimen staple for over 40 years, Pitera works wonders on skin clarity and radiance. Coupled with the brightening and hydrating powers of the essences and cream, this set is a go-to for those seeking crystal-clear perfection.
SK-II Crystal Clear Skin (Holiday Limited Edition), $143
This one's for the blush obsessed who doesn't want to forgo the glow! Elevate their cheek and glow game with Make Up For Ever’s 12-pan cream palette. Featuring six multi-finish blushes and six shimmering highlighters, this palette caters to every complexion and mood. The ultra-blendable formula layers beautifully for a lit-from-within glow, making it an essential for beauty lovers who enjoy customizing their look.
Make Up For Ever HD Skin Blush & Glow Palette (Holiday Limited Edition), $140
For those seeking festive charm, Diptyque’s holiday candle trio is a showstopper. Each of the three luxurious candles brings a unique aroma to the season: Sapin captures the essence of Christmas with Siberian pine, balsam fir, cedar, and patchouli, evoking a forest-fresh ambiance. Étoile blends sandalwood, mimosa, and iris for a sophisticated fragrance in midnight-blue glass. Friandise delivers the comforting warmth of gingerbread, cinnamon, and candied orange, presented in a vibrant red jar. The set makes an unforgettable gift or centerpiece for holiday gatherings.
Diptyque Sapin, Friandise, Étoile Candle Set, $213
Oribe teams up with Kenyan artist Thandiwe Muriu to present the Gold Lust Series in vibrant Ankara-inspired prints. This gift set includes the Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo, Conditioner, and a travel-size Nourishing Hair Oil which is the cherry on top to make this a complete package. Together, they restore and rejuvenate hair for luscious locks.
Oribe Gold Lust Series Collection, $172
For the skincare devotee, Estée Lauder’s four-piece holiday set offers a complete nighttime routine. Featuring the Advanced Night Repair Serum with its potent Night Peptide technology, the kit also includes the Advanced Night Cleansing Gelee, Advanced Night Repair Eye Gel-Creme, and Revitalizing Supreme Youth Power Soft Cream. Together, these powerhouse products deliver rejuvenated, glowing skin, making it a thoughtful and indulgent gift.
Estée Lauder THE LIFT + GLOW ROUTINE, $197
