Top Splurge-Worthy Gifts For The Beauty Lover In Your Life

Not only are the holidays the best time of year to get a great deal, but it’s also the time to treat yourself, like really treat yourself. After another year of ups and downs (and no doubt working super hard!) showering a loved one (or yourself) with some much-deserved TLC feels really good.

And thankfully there’s no shortage of incredible, swanky beauty gifts to choose from. Whether you’re looking to pick up a blow dry brush for your sister who’s been eyeing one all year or a set of your mum’s favourite skincare from her go-to brand, now is the time to make your gifting move! We’re highlighting a few ultra-luxe beauty gifts that are sure to surprise and delight anyone on your gift list. —Emily McCulloch

The Time-Saving Hair Tool

An amazing gift for anyone who’s attached at the hip to their hair dryer, this salon-worthy heated brush smoothes and styles all hair textures for a voluminous, frizz-free finish.

Amika Blowout Babe Thermal Round Brush, $139

The Sure Bet Scent

Complete with an eau de parfum and a travel spray, this floral gourmand duo is a best-seller for the New York based brand and makes an A+ gift for anyone with impeccable taste.

Nest Golden Nectar Fine Fragrance Set, $132

The Mask with the Most

Perfect for that person on your list that’s deeply invested in #BeautyTok, this kit comes with everything needed to get a plump pout. Inside you’ll find an LED red light therapy mask which helps to support collagen production and smooth fine lines, along with a tube of DermInfusions Plump + Repair Lip Treatment to soothe and heal dryness.

Dr. Dennis Gross Plumped Perfection LipWare Pro Kit, $200

The Swish Skin Set

Targeting signs of aging, this trio has skin hydration on lock. Enriched with resveratrol, vegan collagen and hyaluronic acid, this serum, cream and eye gel immediately leave the skin feeling firmer and more radiant.

Caudalie Resveratrol-Lift Lift & Firm Essentials, $113

The Viral Beauty Sensations

Jam packed with the most sought-after beauty products from a brand that goes viral on a regular basis, this set would make any beauty lover’s heart totally swoon. It includes a Magic Cream, a Pillow Talk lipstick, a Plumpgasm Gloss and a Beauty Light Wand.

Charlotte Tilbury The Iconic Beauty Secrets Everyone Wants Kit, $216

The Green Beauty Experience

A feast for the senses, this set of five best-selling facial formulas makes for a lovely gift for anyone who wants to indulge. The mini refillable jars come decked out in a beautiful gold-embossed box that’s ready to go right under the tree.

May Lindstrom The Chocolate Box, $115

The Hydration Heroes

Containing essential products to achieve deeply hydrated skin just in time for the onslaught of cold temps, this serum-moisturizer-mask trio is everything dry skin needs for a plump and dewy winter season.

Vivier Hydration Gift Set, $332

The Ultimate Hair Tool

Considered the Rolls-Royce of hair devices, this all-in-one magic maker lets you curl, dry, shape and diffuse your hair, all while minimizing heat damage. It’s also decked out in the brand’s newest Strawberry Bronze shade just in time for the holidays.

Dyson Holiday Airwrap Multi-Styler and Dryer, $800

The Festive Fragrances

This limited-edition gift set contains three festive candles from the iconic Parisian fragrance house. Each one (Sapin, Friandise and Étoile) has a fancy felt label and exudes that French je ne sais quoi. 

Diptyque Set of 3 Small Candles, $204

The Derm-Loved Skin Set

With a value of $541 (hello, deal!), this five-piece kit contains every step needed—from cleansing to sunscreen—to achieve a brighter, more luminous complexion.
SkinCeuticals Advanced Skin Brightening Set, $479

The Travel Takeaways

Featuring head to toe heroes from the Australian-based brand, this collection is a jetsetter’s dream kit. The chic little travel bag is packed with a skincare routine including a cleanser, serum, moisturizer and lip balm along with body essentials such as a wash and cream.

Grown Alchemist Ultimate Discovery Holiday Kit, $170

The Minimalist Makeup Must-Haves

Known for their foolproof formulas, Merit has quickly become a fan favourite. This jam packed gift includes the brand’s entire range, and the shades can be customized for the receiver which makes for a personalized touch.

Merit The Full Collection, $475