Holidays

10 Best Beauty Buys For Stocking Stuffing

December 17, 2024

Between my mom, auntie, older sisters and younger cousins – all appreciators of the best in beauty – stuffing each others’ family heirloom stockings has become a tradition. From hand cream heroes to perfectly tinted lip balms, we lovingly see stockings as the chance to introduce each other to personal favourites found throughout the year. With just over a week until Christmas, take a peek at the items I’ll be stuffing in my loved ones’ stockings, across all beauty categories. —Julia Dumbrell

STOCKING-SIZED BODYCARE

Rythme: Nordic 24h Moisture & Care Hand Cream

Offering beautifully crafted products that inspire comfort, balance, and joy in everyday life, Vancouver-based rythme sets a slow and mindful mood for the holidays. Shop lifestyle essentials like the Nordic 24h Moisture & Care Hand Cream, combining the purity of Nordic nature with the power of advanced skincare science ($45).

L’Occitane: Nourish & Soften Set

No stocking is complete without something from L’Occitane, as many of its luxurious products are sized for stockings like the Nourish & Soften Set for Nails, Hands & Body ($60). A set of iconic nail, hand, and body-care favorites, each is infused with nurturing shea or softening almond oil.

Sliick: Post Wax Oil

Enriched with grape seed, jojoba, and tea tree oils, the Sliick Post Wax Oil is a replenishing elixir that leaves skin flawless ($15). Luxuriate in a smith and glowy after-feel, thanks to ingredients like squalane, and vitamins E and B.

STUFF THIS SKINCARE

Garnier: Micellar Cleansing Water and Eco Pads

From the number one micellar water brand in Canada, the Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water is available in a stocking-friendly travel size ($3). Pair with the Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Eco Pads, thoroughly cleaning with no harsh rubbing or cotton pad waste ($9).

Dove: Targeted Serum Concentrate

The Dove Targeted Serum Concentrate is designed for targeted use to deliver next-level skin care that goes beyond moisturization ($18). A multipurpose product, this fast-absorbing and lightweight serum targets everything from dark spots and uneven skin with niacinamide, collagen peptides and natural moisturizing factors.

Dermalogica: Biolumin-c Vitamin C Serum

A serum which certainly brightened our year, the Dermalogica biolumin-c vitamin c serum enhances skin’s natural defense system to help dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles ($56).

MINI MAKEUP

NARS: Afterglow Tempting Eyeshadow Palette

With nine striking eyeshadows, discover a dreamscape of colour with the new NARS Afterglow Tempting Eyeshadow Palette ($66). We love the reflective glitters in orchid, rose, and tan tones, which build and blend for ethereal eyes.

Ardell: 3D Faux Mink 854

Ardell inspires festive lash drama with the stocking-stuffable 3D Faux Mink 854 ($18). The bold lash features spiky lengths for a feathered and natural winter look.

MERIT: Balm Blush

An incredible cream tint that melts into skin, the MERIT Balm Blush offers lit-from-within color that stays flush all day ($41). We appreciate how the touch of color enhances natural beauty, without covering up skin texture.

Rhode: The Peptide Lip Tints

The rhode peptide lip tints offer restorative treatment with a hint of tint ($19 per lip tint). In delicious shades like espresso, raspberry jelly and toast, the products take care of the lips while adding a touch of glam colour.

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