The holidays aren’t all about giving and receiving gifts, but is it wrong to admit that they are important? As we spend time together, gifts serve as a physical reminder of all the love we have for those around us. Yes, it’s cheesy, but here at Marie Claire we don’t skimp on gifts. That’s why we’ve rounded up all the best beauty products to buy this holiday season, from affordable natural lip products to luxury hair tools and coveted skin care products. It’s a thing. The people in your life deserve to fall in love with the item as soon as they unwrap it, instead of worrying about receiving or returning the gift. All of the products below meet our criteria, so keep scrolling for great gift inspiration.
This lip shimmer swatch looks stunning. If you can’t decide between the 14 shades, use the site’s Lip Shade Finder quiz to narrow down your choices.
Dae Social Butterfly Hairstyling Trio Value Set
This set is the key to good hair days. Comes with styling cream, dry shampoo, and dual edge brush.
Natasha Denona I need a warm eyeshadow palette
The combination of warm neutrals and fun shimmers creates the perfect holiday palette.
Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm
It has a natural color and lasts 8 hours of moisture. Plus, you can choose from eight universally flattering shades.
Burt’s Bees Gentle Skin Care To-Go Set
Everything you need for a weekend trip in one set (TSA approved!).
Burt’s Bees Mistletoe Kiss Holiday Gift Set
Add this trio to your collection and your lips will never be dry again.
Jenny Patinkin Credo Beauty Brush Baby Mini Makeup Brush Set
Perhaps one of the most tedious parts of traveling is packing your beauty tools. This mini brush set makes it 10x easier.
Chillhouse Chill Tips Press-on Manicure Kit
Salon quality nails without the price tag.
Emi Jay Flat Brush Tortoise
A luxurious reward for those who are particular about their hair.
Jolie shower head with filter
Practical gifts are grossly undervalued. Jolie filter showerheads are known for removing chlorine, heavy metals, and other contaminants from your shower water, protecting your skin and hair.
Burt’s Bees Lip Sleeping Mask
Getting 12 hours of hydration while you sleep sounds like a dream come true to me.
Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
Nothing compares to OG. I can’t lie, I would be pretty disappointed if I didn’t open this this year.
Ceremonia Guava Mini Kit
This kit includes a heat protectant and detangler, a moisturizing repair cream, and a texture-enhancing salt spray. A must-have item to carry.
Urban Outfitters OU Makeup Bag
Gift Hack: Create a fun bonus gift by filling this makeup bag with all your beauty goodies.
Burt’s Bees Bits of Burt’s Cranberry Spritz Gift Set
It’s the type of gift that you can’t contain your excitement, open it on the spot, and use it right away.
Burt’s Bees Holiday Mini Lip Balm and Tint Lip Balm Set
Give the gift of options. This set includes both tint-free and tinted lip balms for your loved ones to enjoy.
Gisou Honey Infused Hydrating Hair Mask
Luxury in a bottle. Introducing a deep conditioning hair mask that works on all hair types and smells divine.
Burt’s Bees Micellar Makeup Remover Towel Blanket with Coconut & Lotus
At the end of a long day, your skin care routine starts here. These combine coconut water and lotus water with Burt’s Bees micellar technology to create an easy-to-use cleansing towel. There’s no need to rinse, just a few wipes to remove all makeup.
Emi Jay Detangling Comb Blue Sugar
Easily detangles all types of hair and adds a cute accent to your bathroom.
Urban Decay Moondust Space Cowboy Glitter Eyeshadow Quad
Glitter for the holidays? Groundbreaking.
Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skin Care Wand Rose Gold
Solawave instantly transforms your bathroom into an at-home spa. Equipped with four proven skin care technologies: red light therapy, galvanic current, therapeutic warmth, and facial massage, you can solve all your skin care concerns in just 5 minutes a day.
Burt’s Bees Shea + Mango Hand & Body Butter
There’s nothing more luxurious than finishing off your nighttime routine with a body butter. Made with shea butter and mango butter, this non-greasy formula feels comfortable on the skin and is extremely moisturizing.
111Skin Jetsetter Wallet Skin Care Set
Everyone on your list deserves an award-winning product. These eye masks tighten, tighten and brighten the under eye area.
T3 Single Pass Curl X 1.25 Inch Ceramic Extra Long Barrel Curling Iron
The extra-long barrel allows you to style more hair in less time, making it an essential tool to get ready for all the holiday events scheduled on your calendar.
Londontown Winter Whimsy 5 Piece Nail Color Set
Loading holiday nail polish.
