8 Of The Best Skincare Gift Sets For The Beauty Obsessive
We all know a skincare obsessive: the friend who is always trialling new products or telling you in detail about their latest ingredient discovery. The one who’s beauty bag is overflowing with iconic finds and considers their PM routine a sacred ritual.
If you’re shopping for gifts to please this discerning beauty lover, you’re in luck. It couldn't be easier to make their day with our star-studded Christmas line-up, with coveted icons including Tatcha, Medik8 and our latest, hotly anticipated arrival from the USA, Prequel.
Here, you’ll find carefully curated Christmas sets with beauty heroes and bestsellers sure to be a hit with every skincare lover. Keep reading to discover the best skincare gifts to make their beauty dreams come true...
Summer Fridays
The Lip Butter Balm Minis, £23.00Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm Minis are a good gifting move for the frosty winter months, when cold weather can wreak havoc on lips. Treating them to a set of Summer Fridays' much-loved Lip Butter Balm, though? That's a gift in a league of its own. This buzzed-about balm is beloved for its hydrating shea and murumuru butter blend, and smooth, gloss-like finish. We're in love with every delectable shade.
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Tatcha
Dewy Skin To Go Set, £65.00Famous for its plumping, radiance-boosting routines, anyone familiar with Japanese-inspired beauty brand Tatcha will be delighted to receive its full Dewy Skin routine under the tree. The Rice Wash cleanser purifies and nourishes skin, and is joined in this on-the-go-ready set by travel sizes of The Dewy Serum and The Dewy Milk Moisturiser for added softness and luminosity.
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Prequel
The Gleansing Duo, £14.00As your skincare-loving friend will tell you, a two-step cleanse is the foundation of every routine. Show them you're listening with the Prequel duo that's been making waves since its UK launch. Formulated by renowned dermatologist Dr Sam Ellis to redefine the skincare “basics”, the Pre-Gleanse gently removes makeup and SPF, ready for The Gleanser, a best-in-class formula featuring 50% glycerin, a humectant that helps skin maintain its natural moisture.
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Medik8
Retinal Recharge Kit, £64.00When it comes to retinol, retinal or vitamin A, any beauty expert will tell you that Medik8 really knows its stuff. In this powerful duo, professional-grade vitamin A enhances skin firmness while improving the appearance of fine lines and discolouration. Not only that, but the addition of soothing vitamin E and hyaluronic acid helps support the skin barrier. This set comes complete with retinal-newcomer-friendly Crystal Retinal Face Serum (strength 3) and Ceramide Eye (strength 3).
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Elemis
The Cleansing Balm Collection, £50.00This cult-classic cleansing balm has amassed a loyal following thanks to its luxurious texture, easy-rinse formula and ultra-effective cleanse that swiftly removes makeup. When mixed with water, the luxurious balm transforms into a nourishing milky oil, and this set comes with five much-loved editions, including black cherry, rose and green fig.
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Paula's Choice
Bestseller Set, £67.00No-nonsense formulas and proven ingredients are expert-founded brand Paula's Choice's area of expertise. For those seeking a taste of the brand's famed formulas, this duo of bestsellers suits all skin types. The iconic 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant minimises the appearance of pores, while the Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturiser will leave skin so silky smooth, your chosen giftee will wonder how they ever lived without it.
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Medik8
Nighttime Nourish Kit, £49.00Anybody familiar with Medik8 or retinal will be highly appreciative of this evening skincare duo. The bestselling Crystal Retinal Face Serum in strength 3 is joined by the Advanced Night Restore Cream, which is designed to enhance the benefits of the serum's vitamin A formula, working to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. With these steps in place, they'll be saying hello to plumper, smoother skin.
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BYOMA
The Barrier Boosting Lab Kit, £22.00Complete with five teen-friendly skincare products, this set from BYOMA is perfect for those in need of a reset. Brilliant for all skin types, this set is made up of simple, lightweight formulas packed with hydration. They'll have everything they need to cleanse, tone and moisturise with a routine they love using, while supporting their skin barrier.
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