If you’re anything like us, you’ve been compiling a Christmas beauty wishlist in for phone since the 26th of December last year. Or, perhaps you’ve just been taking mental screenshots of everything you need, want and can’t live without (we’re looking at you, jumbo Diptyque candles).
So, now that we’ve got numero uno sorted for Christmas, it’s time to shift our focus to the other special people on our gift-giving list for 2022. But where does one even begin? By assessing the clues, of course.
Here’s how it works: has your mum been complaining that her hair has been looking a little lacklustre? We’ve got the perfect gift to add some volume and shine to her mane. Hint: It’s a keratin-infused heat styling tool. What about your partner? Has he taken a recent interest in what’s sitting on your skin care shelf? Perhaps it’s time he started his own morning routine.
Whether it’s family, your bestie or a colleague at work, Christmas requires us to wear several different hats as we take into account everyone’s changing tastes, needs and of course, our own budget.
From bigger ticket items for your loved ones to crowd-pleasing Kris Kringle pressies, here are our top picks for the best Christmas beauty gifts of 2022.
Christmas Gift Ideas For Mum
Clarins Super Restorative Collection
For the mum who’s asked for the gift of brighter, firmer and healthier looking skin this Christmas, look no further than this complexion-enhancing Clarins trio. Formulated to target skin that has experienced age-related hormonal changes, the kit includes a day cream, night cream and serum.
Want to know more? Read Clarins Super Restorative Collection reviews here…
$155 at Myer
Remington Illusion Straightener – S7801AU
Whether mum is overdue for a straightener upgrade or perhaps is yet to discover the magic of the flat iron, Remington’s Illusion Straightener will make her one very happy lady. Truth be told, there’s no greater time to receive the one tool that will eliminate those frizzy flyaways that come part and parcel with a humid Aussie summer.
Want to know more? Read Remington Illusion Straightener – S7801AU reviews here…
$129.95 at Remington
Lancôme Genifique 50ml Skincare Set
For the mum who doesn’t treat herself as often as she should. Lancôme’s Genifique Set contains all the hall-of-famers from the best-selling skin-rejuvenating serum to the eye cream, day cream and wrinkle-softening night cream.
Want to know more? Read Lancôme Genifique 50ml Skincare Set reviews here…
$188 at Myer
Remington AC7801AU Illusion Hair Dryer
Whether you’re a mum that still has a daughter at home or a daughter buying for her mum, consider this hair dryer a gift for the household. As far as affordable tools that perform just as well (if not better) than some of the higher end brands go, this one is it. As part of Remington’s Illusion range, if you want every tool (yeah, us too) but need to just start with one, let it be this.
Want to know more? Read Remington AC7801AU Illusion Hair Dryer reviews here…
$129.95 at Remington
Christmas Gift Ideas For Him
Clinique Great Skin For Him
Whether it’s for your dad, son, partner or brother, the Clinique Great Skin For Him set makes the perfect all-rounder entry point into skin care. Unclog pores, boost hydration and keep his complexion healthy with this 4-step routine; it’ll even guarantee that he’ll stop using your expensive cleanser.
$98 at Clinique
Nécessaire The Body Exfoliator Eucalyptus
Know any limbs that haven’t been exfoliated in, well, ever? Yeah, a few people spring to mind for us too. Formulated to be gentle enough on sensitive skin, this eucalyptus-infused exfoliator will buff away built-up dead skin cells, unveiling soft, smooth skin. Plus, it has even been enriched with congestion-busting heroes like salicylic acid to help tackle keratosis pilaris (otherwise known as bumps on the backs of our arms).
$45 at MECCA
Tooletries The Harvey & Oliver Set
No matter how simple or extensive his beauty routine may be, all men (and women for that matter) have unsuccessfully tried to balance their razor on their teensy shower shelf at some point. In fact, a lack of in-shower storage has become a phenomenon we’ve just learnt to live with. Until now. We suggest stocking up on these; we predict they’ll fly off the shelves (just like your toothbrush used to).
$54.95 at The Iconic
Christmas Gift Ideas For Your Bestie
Remington Illusion Curling Wand – CI7801AU
Whether it’s relaxed curls or a soft wave you think they’re craving, treat your friend, sister or even yourself to Remington’s black iridescent curling wand. Equipped with nine different heat settings, this chic tool has been infused with keratin plus, tourmaline, black quartz and onyx to lock in shine as it styles.
Want to know more? Read Remington Illusion Curling Wand – CI7801AU reviews here…
$89.95 at Remington
Rose Inc The Satin Lip Trio
Why gift one butter-soft pink-hued lipstick when you can gift three? These handbag-sized bullets make the perfect gift for your bestie, no matter their taste, style or beauty skill level.
$30 at MECCA
Remington AS7801AU Illusion Airstyler
Here’s a question for you. What is the value of a gift that will deliver salon-quality bounce and shine to hair? Priceless, right? No, actually it’s $99.95 and it comes with free different styling attachments (one of which has even been infused with keratin).
Want to know more? Read Remington AS7801AU Illusion Airstyler reviews here…
$99.95 at Remington
Kris Kringle Gift Ideas
Swisspers Earth Kind Reusable Eco Cleaning Pads 4pk
Do the Swisspers Reusable Eco Cleansing Pads pass the Kris Kringle test? Let’s see. Affordable? Certainly. Crowd pleasing? Definitely. Actually useful? Without question. There we have it, the perfect stocking stuffer or Kris Kringle gift for, well, anyone with a face.
Want to know more? Read Swisspers Earth Kind Reusable Eco Cleaning Pads 4pk reviews here…
$9.49 at Chemist Warehouse
Chanel Le Top Coat in Shimmering Amber
Sure, Cadbury is impressive. But have you ever considered Chanel? Step it up a notch this year and sub out your go-to box of Favourites for Chanel’s Le Top Coat in the sparkling shade ‘Shimmering Amber.’ Exclusive to Chanel’s Holiday Collection, this multi-purpose polish will set, protect and of course, sparkle.
$30 at Chanel
Sundae Body Gingerbread Foaming Body Wash
If you know someone who loves Christmas, follows basic hygiene practices (AKA takes regular showers) and appreciates soft, hydrated skin, they’re going to need a bottle (or four) of Sundae Body’s limited edition Gingerbread Whipped Shower Foam. It’s really that simple.
$20 at Sundae Body
Sephora Collection Wishing You Well Makeup Brush Set
Brushes are something we all need but always delay buying when there’s the tempting alternative of using our money to purchase a new lipstick or shimmer eyeshadow. So, taking that into consideration, what better gift to give or receive than an essentials makeup brush set?
$45 at Sephora
Which of these gifts are you excited to purchase for your loved ones?
The gingerbread body wash sounds amazing! Love the scent of gingerbread
It does sound good
yes, that was the one that caught my eye.
Yes so good, I ordered some online
Yum. Same here. Definitely checking this one out.
The bottle looks so strange for the product.
Interesting gift suggestions.
Oh YES to everything, I love Christmas.
I love Christmas too LadyLola.
I love Xmas too -love gifting but we don’t go over the top
I might get one of these for myself but none are really suitable for the people I’m buying for.
And just like that.. RIP budget.
Some lovely suggestions.
Lovely gift ideas, thanks so much.
The Rose Inc The Satin Lip Trio looks lovely and at $30 it’s at a great price point.
Very affordable
I want the Remington Illusion Airstyler for myself.
So do I, @Izzy09!!
Some beautiful suggestions. I’d love the Rose Inc Satin Lip Trio
A good assortment of suggestions for different needs and price points.
I did the damage already. None on the list here.
Some lovely ideas there.
Some of those look great for me!
The gift packs look great.
I agree.
yes really nice
Some good gift ideas on here
I love that red makeup bag from Clarins.
Clarins is such a good brand too
So many wonderful gift ideas.
Sundae Body Gingerbread Foaming Body Wash sounds divine 💗
Yeah it looks fun
The Sundae Body Wash sounds amazing, a great KK idea!
Yes I ordered some, its online only, it sounds lovely
good idea -I will have to look at that
The lancome gift set looks good.
A beauty set is a great idea.
The body exfoliator sounds divine for summer, and i have sone if the Sundae, just haven’t used it yet
Would like to get a few things from the list
Some fab finds here!
Yes some excellent ideas
Great suggestions. Have to really watch the budget this year but also want to celebrate.
The Clarins Super Restorative Collection looks pretty good.
The Rose Inc The Satin Lip Trio is great value. $30.
yes they look lovely
hmm yes, nice and affordable
I’ll take the Sundae Shower Foam please.
ahah yes
I love the sound of the gingerbread body wash so that will be one idea I will use
The tooletries set looks great!!
might have to get that
Love the looks of the remington curling wand – and it comes with a heat protection glove too – why do all my heat protection gloves go walkies? I can’t find any of them!
The sundae gingerbread body wash would smell amazing
Great Xmas gift ideas – I like the sound of the Gingerbread body wash!!
ooh yes this looks divine, i ordered some
oooh might have to
I bought so many Sundae body washes (I think I have all of them now), including the gingerbread one. They make excellent gifts! I wish it wasn’t limited edition though.
very pretty
This is a great time of year to buy gift sets from Mecca.
gifts for everyone
Some wonderful Products Thanks BH for an interesting List of Christmas Gifts.
the chanel top coat looks divine
righhht
Some great ideas here
yes agreed
Some good ideas here for the different people in our lives
so trueee
Some great suggestions there. I love that they’re a range of price points – always helpful.
Love that Chanel colour
Great gift ideas for this Christmas.
If only I had a beauty loving family member to gift to!
yesss
The Rose Inc The Satin Lip Trio would be a great gift for a lipstick loving friend.
honestly yes love it
Gah! My poor credit card
yesss
So many good ideas here 🙂
I tried to buy the Rose Inc lipsticks at Christmas but they were sold out 🙁
Some great gift ideas to keep in mins