It’s the most wonderful time of the year, particularly for beauty lovers. Not only does it offer the chance to have your beauty cabinets restocked with the help of loved ones, but the holiday season also brings about some of our favourite buys: Christmas beauty gifts and special release sets.
Each festive season some of our favourite beauty brands drop limited edition sets from makeup to skincare and even perfume, that are only available once a year.
Why do we go a little crazy for a beauty gift set, you may ask? For one, they’re usually great value, we’re partially to their cute wrapping and they often come in the perfect travel-friendly size.
Whether it’s a new perfume or a trusted favourite that needs replenishing, great Christmas beauty gifts never go unappreciated or exchanged.
Below, we round up marie claire’s favourite beauty Christmas gifts for 2024.
The Best Christmas Beauty Gifts For 2024
01
The Australian Set
$240 at Merit
Cult clean beauty label, Merit, finally launched in Australia this year, so you can bet we’re seizing the opportunity to build out our collection. The limited edition Australian set covers all bases with their Instant Glow Serum, Flush Balm and more.
02
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Magnolia Eau de Parfum Festive Gift Set
$280 at Adore Beauty
This three-piece fragrance set will have the giftee well-scented all year. It features a 100ml bottle of Gucci’s iconic Flora Gorgeous Magnolia scent, as well as a 10ml pen spray and 5ml miniature—perfect for popping in a handbag or keeping on the desk at work for freshening up.
03
No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Skincare Kit
$99.99 at Priceline
Why stop at one face cream when you can give the gift of a comprehensive and luxe night-time routine? This starter kit from No7 features a No7’s Future Renew Face Serum, Eye Serum and Night Cream and will delight both beauty beginners and experts alike.
04
Charlotte’s Hollywood Superstar Glow Kit
$48 at Charlotte Tilbury
For Sabrina Carpenter-level glowy cheeks, you can’t go past Charlotte Tilbury’s iconic beauty light wands. The duo contains two travel sized wands, one in spotlight and one in pinkgasm, to give you a kiss of rosy colour and shimmering highlight finish.
05
Ghd Curve Creative Festive Gift Set
$290 at ghd
Our love for big bouncy curls isn’t going anywhere so ghd’s Creative Curl Wand is firmly at the top of our wishlist. The 28-23mm tapered barrel is the perfect size to achieve that old Hollywood glam and its ultra-zone technology means even heat distribution with a quick 5-8 seconds needed per curl.
06
Hourglass Phantom Glossy Balm Duo
$91 at Mecca
If you haven’t yet subscribed to the online hype around Hourglass’ Glossy Balm, we recommend you do so, stat. A three-in-one this silky formula hydrates and plumps (with a soft tingle effect that’s never too much) while delivering a high-shine swipe of colour that can be layered over lipstick or worn alone.
07
Pro Collagen+
$99 at Vida Glow
We all know beauty begins from within. Vida Glow’s Pro Collagen+ utilises digestive enzymes, hyaluronic acid and hydrolysed marine collagen tripeptides to support digestive health and promoted more hydrated, firmer looking skin.
08
Revlon Illuminance Glow Filter
$34.95 at Priceline
If you’re hesitant to buy for the makeup lover in your life, let us introduce you to the multi-wonder. Skin perfecting and oh-so glowy, Revlon’s Glow Filter can be worn alone, underneath foundation, mixed in with foundation or applied as a highlighter—making it the ultimate tool in any makeup kit.
09
Holiday Men’s Gift Set
$399 at Creed Perfume
Shopping for the man in your life? A great fragrance or five will always get the tick of approval. Choosing the scent is the hardest part, so why not opt for luxurious gift set he can explore and mix up according to his mood. This collection from Creed features iconic scents like Aventus and Green Irish Tweed.
10
The Brush Set
$210 at Holme Beauty
If they’re still using the same dusty old brush set, it’s time to retire them. These beautiful brushes from Holme Beauty are an office favourite and make for a chic addition to any vanity, not to mention an excellent Christmas beauty gift.
11
Maison Margiela By The Fireplace
from $120 at Mecca
We’re yet to meet a soul who didn’t love Maison Margiela’s By The Fireplace perfume. The warm scent combines pink pepper, orange flower petals, clove oil, chestnut accord, cade oil and vanilla accord.
12
Sunday Riley Instant Gratification Set
$125 at Mecca
Two cult-favourites in one easy, power-packed kit. Good Genes gently exfoliates for smoother skin texture and glow, after just one application while Auto Correct banishes signs of fatigue instantly to brighten and depuff the eye area. Together, these two serums reveal fast-acting results, from day one. Get instant results with this iconic duo for firmer, plumper and more youthful skin!.
This soft-focus liquid foundation has a built in primer and concealer to offer up to 30 hours of wear, without the heavy feel of a traditional waterproof formula. The lightweight and breathable vegan finish offers full coverage that conceals redness and imperfections without tightening throughout the day.
14
Acqua di Parma Luce Di Rosa EDP
$508 at Myer
Celebrate the season with a gender-neutral fragrance that blends warm rose with a touch of mineral magic—perfect for cosy nights and festive gatherings.
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