'Tis the season for shopping! Now that the holidays are officially in full swing, gift-giving has entered the chat. Whether you stocked up on gifts during Black Friday or Cyber Monday or you're in the midst of looking for that big ticket item, there's still time to find last-minute picks to stash in their stocking.
While holiday shopping can be tough, we have good news: Bobbie Thomas recently stopped by TODAY to share some of her favorite holiday treats to help ease the stress of gifting — specifically when it comes to the beauty lover in your life.
So, if you're shopping for beauty aficionados, we have some great gift ideas for you. These picks range from budget-friendly beauty buys all the way to luxury picks they'll instantly want to play with (including some incredible beauty sets, too!). You might even want to splurge a little on yourself, as well.
Ready to continue your holiday shopping? Keep reading to discover some of Thomas' highly recommended holiday beauty picks.
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Best spa sets:
Voesh Massage & Glow Duo
Looking to firm and deep clean your skin at the same time? This skin care duo — which includes the Tone’d Body Firming Roller Crème and the Gua Sha Cleansing Bar — will do just that. According to the brand, the roller crème contains caffeine to help tone the area while the Gua Sha bar helps to cleanse the skin and boost circulation for an all-over glow.
While this set is the ultimate gift for the beauty lover, you can buy these Voesh products separately, as well:
Voesh Gua Sha Bar Duo
Not only are these shampoo and cleansing bars packed with good-for-your-hair ingredients, they're also Gua Sha-shaped to help relieve tension (cleansing bar) and promote hair growth (shampoo bar) while you wash. Plus, the duo comes with two soap dishes to preserve your bar.
Voesh Body Roller Crème Duo
Using these two creams together can help smooth and tone the body, says the brand. On top of their silky formulas, the creams are equipped with a body roller to help promote lymphatic drainage, which is great for reducing swelling and boosting circulation.
Holler and Glow Spa Facial Tools Gift Set
They'll (or you!) will be able to have their own at-home spa day with this gift set from Holler and Glow. Inside contains an ice roller, a reusable makeup remover pad and eye patches, plus a face scrubber. It's a true treat!
JoyBright by Ulta Beauty Hydration Season Tumbler Gift Set
JoyBright by Ulta Sweet Sips 4-Piece Gift Set
Add another Tumbler to their collect with these bundles from JoyBright by Ulta Beauty. Depending on the gift set you choose, you'll receive either shower steamers or bath essentials alongside the tumbler.
JoyBright by Ulta Beauty Bath Snackle Box Gift Set
JoyBright by Ulta Beauty Glam To Go 10 Piece Beauty Surprise Set
These beauty gift sets are themed around some of your favorite late night dishes, except they're filled with some beauty goodies, such as bath soaks and lip glosses, to treat yourself or them with instead.
If you're looking to shop more JoyBright by Ulta products, they'll be 40% off this week for a limited time, with select picks starting at $8.
Best bang for your buck beauty:
Cay Skin Lip Love Exclusive Bundle
Perfect your pout with this lip product bundle from Cay Skin. Inside features two lip balms (one with and one without SPF), a lip mask and a cosmetic bag to store or use for travel.
Sephora Favorites Skin Care Must Haves Gift Set
From the ‘clean girl’ trend to skin care bestsellers, these Sephora Favorites contain all of the the minis and travel-friendly sizes to sample and try new brands. Most of which are all tried-and-true favorites from Sephora customers like you!
Editor's note: Although Thomas' original pick is not currently in stock and the Sephora Favorites Skin Care Must Haves Gift Set is in-store only, we found similar options, below:
Sephora Collection Mini Mania Skin Care Set
If they love to travel, gift them with this set of miniature skin care essentials that comes complete with everything they'll need for a refreshing and hydrating routine while on the go.
Sephora Collection The Unmissables Skin Care Set
This skincare set includes three non-negotiable products that should be part of your routine, according to Sephora. Included is a vitamin C and E serum, a hydrating moisturizer and a "brightening" eye cream.
Beauty Finds by Ulta Beauty Beauty Essentials: Bipoc Founders Edition
Celebrate BIPOC-owned brands this holiday season with Ulta's beauty essentials gift set. The best part? All proceeds will go to GLAM4GOOD, a non-profit dedicated to providing self care and clothing necessities to those in need.
Editor's note: While Thomas' original pick is sold out, we found other BIPOC-owned gift sets that you can shop below:
Pattern Beauty Texture Travel Kit
Founded by actress Tracee Ellis Ross, this kit includes three travel-sized hair care products sure to keep locks luscious, even when on the go.
Wyn Beauty Game, Set, Wyn Beauty Discovery Kit
This set includes the essentials needed for a quick touch-up, including a makeup sponge, a matte lipstick and the brands "MVP" lip and cheek color, with MVP standing for Most Versatile Pigment.
Luseta Mini Healthy Hair Starter Set
Find your perfect hair care match with Luseta's mini hair care starter care, featuring multiple shampoo and conditioner heroes to suit every kind of hair concern. According to the brand, all hair types should be able to find their right match inside the kit. You can also shop their minis here.
Best wow-worthy gifts:
Chanel skin care and makeup sets:
Chanel Chance Gentle Perfume Soaps
Chanel Moisture To-Go Essentials Kit
Editor's note: Thomas' original Chanel Moisture To-Go Essentials Set pick is out of stock, but we've found another gift set option, below:
Chanel Ultimate Allure Makeup Set
From scented soaps to moisture essentials, Chanel has a few skin care and makeup gift sets to spurge on yourself or someone else this holiday season. From Chanel's soap gift set to their Ultimate Allure Makeup Set (and even their popular High Points Makeup Set!), these luxury kits will surely be a treat.
Although select sets are out of stock, you can still shop them in store.
Chanel perfume gift sets:
N°5 Eau de Parfum Purse Spray
N°5 L’Eau Eau de Toilette Purse Spray
If they're looking to take their next favorite scent on the go, these Chanel travel-size purse perfumes are perfect to throw in their bag or to even wear on their own. They're both limited-edition collector's items.
Shark FlexFusion Air & Ceramic Styling System
Multi-purpose is the perfect way to describe Shark’s new styling system, which allows you to dry, add volume, curl and smooth with just the device alone. You can even use on wet hair via its wet-to-dry mode that promises little to no damage and minimized heat exposure.
Holiday beauty gifts previously on TODAY
Pacifica Glow Baby Skincare Trial Set
If they're new to skin care or wanting to update their current routine, this skin care trial kit is the perfect treat. Each product is filled with vitamin C and glycolic acid to combat dull skin and promote a glow. Use together or on their own before committing to their full-size versions.
YSL Beauty Mini Clutch Eyeshadow Palette
The packaging of this mini eyeshadow quad is just as pretty as the shadows themselves. Although on the high-end side, this luxury find is highly pigmented and wears all-day, according to reviews.
Hermes Encased Eau d’orange Verte Perfumed Soap
This soap bar has the scent of the designer brand's iconic Eau d’orange Verte cologne, which has delicate notes of citrus, lemon and mint to renew the senses. It's another way to wear the cologne, and it promises to not dry the skin after cleansing.
Editor's note: If you're looking to create your own soap gift set, see the bundle below:
Hermes 3 Soaps Gift Set
Another luxurious treat for the hands in a three-soap gifting bundle. Each soap is gentle and non-stripping, plus has an Hermes illustration around the packaging.
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Meet the expert
- Bobbie Thomas is a style editor at TODAY and author of “The Power of Style.”
How we chose
The Shop TODAY editors and writers search the internet to find the best products out there. We interview expert sources, comb through customer reviews and even use our own personal experiences to make shopping easier for our readers.
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