We have to give credit where credit is due: Perhaps more so than any other industry, beauty brands have really figured out how to nail the whole Instagrammable packaging thing. From immaculately carved glass jars (filled with even more immaculate dollops of fancy face cream), to zero-waste eyeshadow palettes that are every bit as covetable as conventional ones, every year, it seems, beauty packaging tends to just get better and better (and more sustainable!).
However, things get taken to a whole other level during the holidays, when brands release their best and brightest offerings: Jam-packed advent calendars and boxes galore, plus limited-edition sets that are ideal for sharing with friends or keeping all for yourself. (We're not above a little "to me, from me" indulgence, mmkay?)
With gifting season in full swing, we've put together the best hair, makeup, and skin care holiday sets that are too good to not shop this year — starting at just $19.
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Got ample gifting budget to spare? Get thee to Tatcha's "bento box"-themed holiday gift assortment ASAP — our favorite being the Brightening Secrets set, which includes the Violet-C mask and serum, plus a full-size bottle of The Essence.
Tatcha Brightening Secrets, $, available at Tatcha
This editor-favorite hair tool brand recently released travel-sized versions of its popular 1.5-inch curling iron and flatiron styler, and trust us — you're going to want them in your carry-on for holiday trips (and beyond).
Harry Josh Pro Tools Travel Essentials Kit, $, available at DermStore
There may never be a single piece of makeup more famous than Nars' Orgasm Blush, and if you haven't tried it (or if you have, and can't bear the thought of not having it with you at all times), this value set of the iconic peachy powder and lip balm is for you.
NARS Mini Blush + Balm Set, $, available at Sephora
Love calendula? This soothing, hydrating skin-care set features the hero ingredient three ways, and comes with a charitable benefit, too: Kiehl's will donate 100% of net profits from the sale of this kit (up to $100,000) to benefit Feeding America, an organization that does grassroots work to help provide meals for food-insecure individuals.
Kiehl's Since 1851 Collection For A Cause Skin Care Set, $, available at Nordstrom
We know how much you love those irresistibly soft silk pillowcases, and now's your chance to save when you bundle it with an equally plush silk eye mask.
Slip Beauty Sleep Collection, $, available at DermStore
The Ordinary's first-ever boxed set rings in at under $20 and still manages to include three full-size products. Snap it up while it's still on shelves.
The Ordinary The Daily Set, $, available at Sephora
This is not a drill: Under-$100 La Mer exists — namely, in the form of this ultra-giftable duo of skin-care gems. Plus, repurpose the cosmetic pouch to house all of your favorite products.
La Mer Regenerating Mini Miracles Set, $, available at Nordstrom
Charlotte Tilbury's Hot Lips 2 collection was one of our favorite launches of the year, and so naturally, we're going gaga over the British makeup artist's trio of insanely posh mini lipsticks, cased in a handbag-shaped box.
Charlotte Tilbury Mini Hot Lips Charms Lipstick Set, $, available at Nordstrom
This is not a drill. You can snag this blockbuster Tarte palette and a full-size Lights, Camera, Lashes mascaraand a dual-ended brush for just $40 while this set is on sale. (!!!!)
Tarte treasures collector's set, $, available at Tarte
This four-pack of Fresh skin-care faves includes three masks minis, plus the bestselling Sugar Face Polish for gentle exfoliation. In other words, it's a spa-worthy facial experience in a box.
Fresh Once Upon A Mask Set, $, available at Nordstrom
French skin-care brand Caudalie is behind some of the most beloved products ever, and this luxe trio is no exception. This Premier Cru set has a value of $191 (almost $100 more than the sticker price), so rest assured that this is a gift that any beauty snob would be delighted to receive.
Caudalie Premier Cru Absolute Anti-Aging Solution Set, $, available at SkinStore
Brows on brows on brows: Benefit's Brow Superstars holiday set includes literally everything you need to define, enhance, and brush up those arches. Oh, and did we mention all six products are full-size? *adds to cart*
Benefit Cosmetics BROW Superstars! Value Set, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Dry, damaged hair? I don't know her. Snag another 2019 award-winning product, Olaplex's No. 6 Bond Smoother, in this four-pack of hair saviors that are designed to work in tandem to strengthen your strands over time.
Olaplex Holiday Hair Fix, $, available at Space NK
Dry hair, see you never. Bumble and bumble's trio of moisturizing products includes TSA-friendly sizes of The Hairdresser's Invisible Oil shampoo and conditioner (the hotel stuff just doesn't cut it), plus a full-size of the versatile styling primer, which provides a veil of hydration plus heat protection in a matter of mists.
Bumble and bumble Bb. Sleigh, Belle Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Set, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Nix winter dryness with this veritable #haul of Tula products, including full sizes of cleanser and primer, plus a travel-size eye balm and two hydrogel sheet masks (with a fun star print!).
Since debuting earlier this year, Patrick Ta's beauty brand has quickly become a go-to for getting glowy skin from H2T. Case in point? This limited-edition body oil and gloss holiday duo.
PATRICK TA Major Glow On The Go, $, available at Sephora
Clean, indie beauty brand Alder New York's Discovery Gift Set was made with skin-care minimalists in mind. Score travel pouches of all three kaolin clay masks, plus full sizes of the daily cleanser, serum, and moisturizer in a pre-wrapped, pre-ribboned box.
Alder New York Discovery Gift Set, $, available at Amazon
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