According to my friends and family, I’m impossible to buy for.
So, if you feel that way about anyone on your gift list, consider everything on this page officially approved from the woman who has access to pretty much any beauty product out there!.
I have one simple rule when it comes to gifting: if you’re lacking inspiration, buy them something they’d never spend the on themselves.
Be that a viral hit, such as Rhode Pocket Blush, £25 and Gisou Honey Infused Perfume Minis From The Mirsalehi Bee Garden, £38, or a cult classic such as Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Cream, £31 and By Terry Ombré Blackstar Eye Shadow, £35.
The best beauty gifts 2025
A product you know they already use and love in extra-special limited edition packaging like Dior Forever Glow Luminizer, £55, is an easy win too – and you can’t go far wrong with a fancy lip balm such as Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask in Gold Leaf, £27.
For the pickiest recipients, buy tools rather than cosmetics; Jo Malone Ribbon and Bow Metal Candle Wick Trimmer, £34, is my favourite find of the season – an essential for any candle lover and pretty enough to double up as an ornament.
Best Make-up Gifts
This lip and cheek duo creates a fool-proof monotone make-up look
Vieve The Rosa Duo, £33 (worth £49)
Jamie Genevieve knows how to transform a face with make-up, and every product she creates via her brand Vieve gives you a little bit of her magic touch at home.
This beautiful rosy-toned duo enhances cheeks and lips with a universally flattering colour for effortless everyday elegance – you’ll want to buy the liquid blush and lip gloss in every shade once you’ve tried them.
Dior Forever Glow Luminizer, £55
I’m not usually one for highlighter – on account of my oily skin, I don’t need the extra help to look ‘glowy’.
However, this limited edition packaging drew me in, and on application, the luminous glow isn’t at all glittery or greasy looking.
Instead, it’s the perfect antidote to dull, partied out winter skin.
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Instant Look Palette, £58
Two glamorous palettes, each with curated shades to flatter all skin tones centred around Charlotte Tilbury’s iconic Pillow Talk Pink.
Each palette contains three eyeshadows, a bronzer, blush, highlighter and setting powder – so all you need is foundation, lipstick and mascara for a full face of make-up.
Whichever you pick, the palette guides you to a full, glowing face look in minutes.
The all-in-one ease and star-quality finish make it ideal for party season and cabin-luggage only travel come the new year.
Next Gel Effect Nail Polish, £6
A glossy, high-shine polish in a chic bottle that’ll look glamorous on your dressing table.
It gives a gel-like finish without the lamp – or the time and effort needed to take gel polish off.
Affordable and quick-drying, it makes it a brilliant stocking stuffer.
By Terry Ombre Blackstar Matte & Shine, £52 (worth £70)
If you’re an eyeshadow newbie, or struggle with powder formulas, look no further than this duo of creamy eyeshadow sticks in chic metallic casings.
They sweep on rich colour and sheen with long-lasting wear that you can blend out with your fingers – talk about fool-proof.
Rhode Pocket Blush, £25
Founder Hailey Bieber is the IT girl of the moment, so it’s no surprise Rhode has taken over all of our social media feeds.
This is my favourite product from the brand, and suitable for all skin types and tones.
You can swipe the buttery formula straight onto cheeks and blend out with your fingers or a brush for added ease.
And you won’t find the unique shades anywhere else – like terracotta Toasted Teddy, which is a best seller.
NARS Explicit Lipstick in Unauthorized, £35
Inside the modern, matte-black packaging you’ll find a bold, statement red shade that suits all complexions.
It delivers high-impact colour with comfortable wear – so lips won’t feel tight or dry.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick, £34
Merit is one of the most under-rated beauty brands, so anything from their range would make a great gift, but this two-in-one foundation and concealer is my most used.
Housed in a sleek stick, the silky, high coverage base is designed to spot-conceal and provide all-over coverage without looking heavy or cakey.
Best Skincare Gifts
Grown Alchemist Lip and Hand Essentials Set, £20
A clean, minimal duo in travel-friendly sizes.
It softens hands and conditions lips with botanically-driven formulas that are kind to even sensitive skin.
Elegant, useful and great value – what’s not to love!
Saltair Santal Bloom Body Oil, £28
This bodycare brand, created by model Iskra Lawrence, took me by surprise when it launched in the UK this autumn.
The scents are as good as any perfume I’ve ever used, and project almost as well too.
This lightweight, fast-absorbing body oil is a crowd-pleaser.
It nourishes skin with a silky finish and a soft santal-floral scent for every day indulgence.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream, £31
The iconic, apricot-tinted tube with timeless appeal.
It soothes, protects and hydrates dry skin, lips and cuticles.
A multi-tasking classic that every winter handbag needs – even Prince Harry is a fan!
Clarins Total Eye Lift, £66
This sleek red bottle houses a targeted eye treatment, that smooths, lifts and brightens the orbital area for a more refreshed look – which will be a godsend after the festive period.
Proven performance and a premium feel make it a thoughtful luxury gift that’ll last until at least Spring.
Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask in Gold Leaf, £27
A jewel-like jar with delicate gold leaf suspended in the formula it doesn’t get more luxe!
The rich mask cushions and hydrates skin to keep dry, chapped lips at bay this winter.
Ciroa 5 Days of Body Butters, £19.95
Ciroa is one of my favourite brand discoveries this year, after it hit our shores from down under at the end of summer.
This colourful set of five mini body butters in playful packaging will be a hit with teens and grown-ups alike.
Each pot contains a different fruity scent of the brand’s best-selling body butter to leave skin hydrated and smelling delicious.
Best Fragrance Gifts
M&S X Kelly Hoppen Christmas Joy Candle, £15
This chic, minimalist candle comes in a ceramic pot which looks, and feels, far more expensive than the £15 price tag.
Complete with lid, the checkerboard black and gold design that feels luxuriously understated.
The scent is just as good, filling the room with a warm, seasonal aroma that would get even Scrooge in the Christmas spirit.
Gisou Honey Infused Hair Perfumes – Minis From The Mirsalehi Bee Garden, £38
Buying perfume as a gift can be risky business, so minimse the chance they won’t use it buy option for a hair or body mist instead, which they can layer with their usual scent.
This set of petite, honey-inspired hair perfumes make the perfect travel companion, and the kind-to-hair ingredients will add shine as well as a gorgeous scent.
Tocca Laila, £85 for 50ml EDP
A graceful glass bottle with vintage-inspired charm.
The scent inside is a delicate, feminine fragrance with airy florals and a clean finish.
Beautifully wearable and romantic, it’s a crowd pleaser that you can count on.
Best Hair Gifts
OUAI Healthy Hair Is On The Ouai, £55 (worth £78)
Created by stylist to the stars Jen Atkin, Ouai marries effortless luxury with products that seriously deliver.
This sleek set is no different.
Made up of bestselling hair heroes, the Detox Shampoo will help get rid of grime and product build up from party season, while the Scalp Serum will nourish strands from the root to promote new growth.
Best Beauty Tool Gifts
Jo Malone London Ribbon And Bow Wick Trimmer, £34
There’s something about owning a wick trimmer that makes me feel instantly more sophisticated.
This polished metal wick trimmer with a refined ribbon-and-bow detail takes that up a notch.
Not only does it neatly trim candle wicks for a cleaner burn and less soot, but the bucket-like bulb over the blades means you can get it to the bin without fear of accidentally dropping the sooty wick on the carpet.
A chic, practical accessory that elevates every candle – and doubles up as home decor.
Denman Pink & Red Checked Detangle Comb, £6.75
I could have 50 combs, and I still wouldn’t be able to find one when I needed it – so even if they’re stocked up, more is more!
This fun, pink-and-red checked wide-tooth comb will be easy to spot in the depths of a handbag, too.
It gently detangles wet or dry hair with minimal breakage.
Kevyn Aucoin Lash Curler, £22
A sleek, professional-grade curler with ergonomic handles – it’s the one I see most regularly backstage at fashion week in the hands of expert MUA’s with it’s iconic red rubber sponge.
The clever tool lifts and shapes lashes for an eye-opening effect – no falsies needed!
A makeup-kit staple from a revered brand, making it a dependable gift.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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