13 best limited-edition beauty gifts to give (and receive) this Christmas

Lancome Skin Clarity Essential Set, $410

1/13

Give the gift of radiant, porcelain skin with this daily skincare kit. This Lancome beauty gift set includes eight of the brand’s best selling products, including a full-size “Advanced Génifique Serum” to fade hyperpigmentation marks and brighten complexion. Perfect for the person in your life looking to build on their cleanse-tone-moisturise skincare routine.

Estee Lauder Blockbuster Set, $109

2/13

32 favourites for under $110 is our definition of smart gifting. From the brand’s cult “Advanced Night Repair” to its signature“Double Wear Mascara” to its versatile “Pure Colour Envy Eyeshadow and Cheek Palettes”, it’s like taking a tour of the Estee Lauder store, all in one box.

Available at Estée Lauder stores at ION Orchard and Marina Bay Sands

Clinique Cheek Pop Palette: Warm up, $55

3/13

The Clinique Cheek Pop blushers have garnered a (well-deserved) cult fanbase. Give the Clinique Cheek Pop fan in your life a few new shades with this blush trio that flatters all skin tones.

Dior Sparkling Couture Palette Eye and Lip Makeup Palette, $107

4/13

Simplify anyone’s makeup routine by introducing them to this limited edition eye and lip palette from Dior. This palette includes one-and-done eyeshadows and lip colours that can be easily applied with just your fingers. Pro tip: you can even fill in your brows with the eyeshadows and apply the lip colours as blush. Talk about a gift that gives back.

Sephora Wild Wishes Bath and Body Maxi Gift, $49

5/13

This Sephora Wild Wishes gift set includes everything you need for hydrated and amazing-smelling skin, including a cotton flower shower gel, body lotion, body mist and scented soap. This is the gift for the person on your list who is in serious need of a tropical vacay.

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence Red Street Art Skincare Set, $289

6/13

One of the main reasons why you should pick up skincare sets like this one is the amount of money you can save. A full-size “SK-II Facial Treatment Essence” alone would typically cost you $289, but with this set, you’re getting not just the brand’s iconic essence, but also its Facial Treatment Clear Lotion, Gentle Cleanser and R.N.A Power Radical New Age Cream. Now is the time to pounce!

Sulwhasoo Clarifying & Overnight Vitalizing Mask Duo Set, $99

7/13

Whether your loved one is fending off clogged pores or dry, lacklustre skin, this mask duo set from K-beauty brand Sulwhasoo has got him or her covered. The Clarifying Mask is made with solomon’s seal powder to draw out impurities and gently whisk away dead skin cells while the Overnight Vitalizing Mask contains jujube and pomegranate extracts to hydrate and nourish skin. Plus, the pouch it comes in is festive on its own, just throw on a bow and you’re good to go.

Hera Lingerie Mini Lip Gloss Set, $49

8/13

This Blackpink Jennie-approved set features three nude glosses that can be worn alone or over a lip colour. Gift it to the lipstick enthusiast in your life or separate them as stocking stuffers.

Tom Ford Deluxe Mini Lip Colour Sheet Set, $130

9/13

For the lipstick lover who always has one or more stashed in her makeup pouch, office desk drawer, and bathroom vanity: five tubes of pigment-rich formula from Tom Ford in an array of flattering reds, nudes and pinks. These lippies have a semi matte finish and don’t dry out lips thanks to hydrating murumuru butter and chamomilla flower oil.

Origins Mask Merry Skincare Set, $36

10/13

From one of the most revered skincare brands comes a collection of five masks to combat dryness, dullness and minimise appearance of visible pores. This mask set is great for those who love or are getting into multi-masking.

Laneige Water Bank Moisture Essence Set, $60

11/13

‘Tis is the season to gift and glow. Get a jump on keeping dryness down with this set of five from Laneige’s iconic water bank line that promises long-lasting hydration and healthier skin.

Christian Louboutin Loubirouge Glitter Lip Colour in So Rouge, $142

12/13

An undeniable and unapologetic Christmas red, Christian Louboutin’s limited edition glittery lippy comes in a regal vial that gives you the option to wear it as a necklace as well.

Skin Inc Joy Skincare Set, $79

13/13

The Skin Inc Joy Skincare Set groups up the brand’s Serum Glow Filter and Pure UV Protect+. A perfect blend of both skincare and makeup, the Serum Glow FIlter, is formulated with rare gold hibiscus extract and the brand’s best-selling serums (Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid) to give you a selfie filter finish in real life. Also in this set is the Pure UV Protect+, a tinted sunscreen that can be worn as a makeup base or on its own for days when you only need light coverage. Pick one for yourself or gift them both — a glowing visage awaits.