Christmas Beauty Gift Sets Should Not Be Overlooked—As This Curated Selection Proves

"Glossier You is one of the all-time greats. Launched in 2017, it created a veritable craze, quickly garnering it cult status. I still find myself reaching for it time and time again, and it's the only perfume I'd ever gift, as it is a true crowdpleaser. This adorable red barrel houses a full-size of You, as well as a mini, so you can have it wherever you go. Warm, spicy with pops of pink pepper, iris and ambrox—I’ve yet to find someone who doesn’t like it." - Nessa Humayun, Beauty Editor

"The festivities can be an assault on the skin, which makes this trio of powerhouse cleansers an especially apt gift. With a formula to suit every skin concern, each one features impressive ingredients, from glycolic acid for brightening and exfoliating, to sulphur for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, and goat milk for its soothing benefits." - Lottie Winter, Beauty Director

"Ilia is one of those brands that not enough of my friends know about, but as soon as I recommend any products they become instant fans. Ilia creates super wearable products that make you look like you, but elevated. This gift set includes three of its most brilliant products—the creamy Mini Multi-Stick, a Mini Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon and a Mini Limitless Lash Mascara (which incidentally, I truly believe is the best mascara in existence.)" - Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor

"I cannot tell you how many friends of mine have asked me to confirm whether Merit’s iconic Flush Balms are worth the hype. And my answer is always: yes. This trio set of mini blushers is such a good present—there are two of its bestsellers: Le Bonbon, a zesty bright pink, Postmodern, a deep pinky brown, and an exclusive new shade, Redux, which is a terracotta rose that mimics the colour of a sundrenched holiday." - Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor

"Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse has been a staple on my countertops since the moment I stole it from my mother, aged 14. That's what is so great about the French brand's iconic Prodigieuse line; everyone loves it—unless they haven't discovered it. This clever set, which features a 100 ml bottle of Huile Prodigieuse, a scented shower oil and a mini candle, is such a foolproof gift—I'll be gifting it to multiple people this year." - Nessa Humayun, Beauty Editor

"Few do glow-ups better than makeup artist Jamie Genevieve—and by extension, her brand, Vieve. The Meet the Heroes set brings together four of the brand’s most-loved essentials: the viral Skin Nova for instant hydration and lit-from-within radiance, Modern Mascara for lasting definition, Bounce Balm for pillowy-soft lips, and Invisiveil Setting Spray to lock it all in place. It’s the perfect gift for both party season and no-makeup-makeup days alike." - Lottie Winter, Beauty Director

"Perfect for weekend getaways or a touch of everyday pampering, the Merry on Melrose gift set delivers a head-to-toe refresh in three simple steps. Ouai’s Detox Shampoo harnesses apple cider vinegar to remove product build-up while remaining colour-safe, the Scalp & Body Scrub gently exfoliates with sugar crystals, and the Body Cleanser in Melrose Place softens and nourishes with jojoba seed and rosehip oils. All the while, skin is enveloped in the brand’s signature floral scent. What’s not to love?" - Lottie Winter, Beauty Director

"Oh my goodness, this is going straight on my own Christmas list. Westman Atelier's Petal shade is a bestseller across its entire collection for a very good reason: it's a beautiful, super wearable, bright enough to pop, but oh-so subtle, natural-looking pink that looks good on everyone. When worn together this set, featuring a lip liner, a matte lipstick, a highlighter and cream blush, creates the most stunning monochromatic look. I want, I want, I want." - Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor

"I am asked by so many of my male friends to recommend a fragrance to gift to their partners on Christmas Day. This is a tricky task that I have nervously navigated all the years that I have worked in beauty. But then one year, I came up with a genius idea. Buy a gift set of multiple fragrance miniatures—the recipient gets five, not one new scent, and then gets to decide which is their favourite for future gifting ideas. Jo Malone London does the ultimate happy-making fragrance gift set."

"You can’t really put ‘gorgeous, glowy and healthy-looking skin’ on your Christmas list. How on earth would Father Christmas transport that down the chimney? However, the next best thing would be this trio of products from Tatcha, which softens, hydrates and plumps the skin. There’s a reason why these are bestsellers." - Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor

"This year, I embarked on a journey to get my nails back to optimal health. After years of gel manicures and tough removals, they were left in a sorry state: dry, brittle and peeling. That's before I discovered Manucurist, which has a range of polishes and do-it-yourself gels that are packed full of vitamins and nail-loving ingredients—after just a few uses, I saw incredible results, and haven't returned to the salon once. So, this Christmas, why not give the gift of healthy nails? This kit provides the perfect starter pack." - Nessa Humayun, Beauty Editor

"Neal’s Yard Remedies is one of my all-time favourite beauty brands. I love their sustainably sourced, certified-organic formulas, and the signature blue bottles paired with apothecary-style packaging make every product feel like a ritual in itself. This indulgent gift set features the Frankincense Intense Triple Action Melting Cleanser and the Lift Cream, both enriched with organic frankincense essential oil and powerful plant-based actives to hydrate, smooth and restore the skin. To complete the experience, it also includes a beautifully crafted Crystal Sculpt Gua Sha, designed to elevate your skincare ritual by promoting lymphatic drainage for a naturally lifted and sculpted finish." - Lottie Winter, Beauty Director

"I've taken a break from gifting candles in favour of electrical diffusers. Not only do they last longer, but they feel more like a proper present. Neom is always my go-to brand and I think this set, which includes its iconic Happiness essential oil blend, is such a lovely and thoughtful gift." - Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor

"The days after Christmas can feel a little anticlimactic. After weeks of prepping, present-wrapping and partying, the festive fanfare suddenly comes to an end, which is precisely what makes Bvlgari’s Allegra Countdown Calendar such a genius idea. Designed as a Twixmas advent calendar, it offers a daily surprise for each day between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Inside are seven luxurious olfactory delights that ease you out of the season’s indulgences and into the fresh start of January, one scent at a time." - Lottie Winter, Beauty Director