The holiday season is an especially exciting time in the beauty world, with brands launching limited edition gift sets faster than you can say “ho, ho, ho.” It’s enough to make any beauty stan’s head spin. But fear not—we’re here to help you comb through the beauty gift sets that are worth your hard-earned coin this year.
Ahead, we’re highlighting the gift sets with packaging that stands out from the crowd. These skincare, makeup, and hair care kits are packaged so perfectly, you don’t even have to wrap them. Just place under the tree or in a stocking and watch the beauty lover on your list smile.
Oribe x Thandiwe Muriu Gold Lust Collection, $115
This season, gift pure luxury. The Gold Lust Collection comes in vibrant, limited edition packaging designed by Kenyan fine art photographer Thandiwe Muriu. The art sentimentally encapsulates the African proverb, “When your sister does your hair, you do not need a mirror.” Inside, the Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo and Conditioner revive hair to its healthiest prime, while a travel-size Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil seals in a silky, radiant finish. This collectible set embodies the jubilant spirit of community and togetherness– it’s as much a joy to gift as it is to receive. ($151 value)
Chantecaille Eye Duet, $65
We wish all gifts came tucked in a golden garden. Inspired by the beauty of the season, the Chantecaille Gilded Garden Collection Eye Duet pairs a radiant shimmer with a velvety matte for dazzling, multidimensional eyes. Encased in a luxurious flower-engraved gold compact, this limited-edition duo adds an elegant touch to any festive look. Perfect for any beauty lover, this compact is as enchanting as the colors inside.
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Dreams Come True, $390
Slide open the pink quilted drawers of this dreamy makeup box to reveal full-size Pillow Talk icons within. This collectors’ edition makeup vault holds 13 favorites that will have you falling even more in love with the universally-flattering, best-selling Pillow Talk line. From luxurious palettes to lustrous gloss, those receiving this collection will wonder if they’re still dreaming when they unwrap it on Christmas morning. ($487 value)
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked, $90
Hourglass’ highly anticipated Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked palettes return—this time, featuring limited-edition Lotus Flower and Evil Eye artwork. The decorative compact houses five new Ambient Lighting shades for a glowing, holiday-ready complexion. Plus, Hourglass will donate 5% of annual profits from this collection to the Nonhuman Rights Project—making it perfect for any animal lover in your life.
BY TERRY Starlight Glow Smokey Eye Set, $80
The only thing more captivating than a holiday soirée? The BY TERRY Starlight Glow Smokey Eye Set, designed to create smoky, smoldering looks with ease. This limited-edition trio includes Crayon Blackstar for intense, smudge-free definition, Ombre Blackstar infused with Tahitian black pearl for luminous color, and Mascara Terrybly for lush, voluminous lashes. Encased in a luxurious, eco-friendly gift box with a festive, starlit design, this set is as beautiful on the outside as it is transformative on the inside.
