The festive season is fast approaching, and for any beauty obsessive, we've got the best gifts to give (and receive) this Christmas. From the prettiest eyeshadow palettes and luxury advent calendars to the perfect stocking fillers and grooming gifts for the modern man, this is the ultimate beauty editor-approved luxury beauty and grooming gift guide for 2024.
FOR HER
VIEVE Soul Shadows in Gilt, £29
This gilded eyeshadow palette is the essence of holiday glam in four velvety soft, bronzed brown pigments. Two matte and two shimmer shades help create the perfect warm smokey eye, and we love the sleek black compact complete with a mirror for on-the-go touch-ups.
Victoria Beckham Beauty VB Greatest Hits, £167
Is there anything Victoria Beckham can’t do? As well as being a fashion icon, she’s also made her mark in the beauty industry (we’re still die-hard fans of her Augustinus Bader collaboration). So, if you really want to impress someone this Christmas, look no further than this gift set that features the most-loved shades of her iconic Satin Kajal Eyeliners. Think super creamy, pigmented, and smudge-free formulas that last all day.
Chanel 31 Le Rouge 12 Shade Coffret, £1,035
Perhaps the most indulgent gift a lipstick lover could receive, this luxurious coffret from Chanel is perfect for true fans of the French fashion house. The brand’s most exclusive lipstick, inspired by the legendary birthplace of Chanel, is packaged in a clear glass case and comes with 12 refills of Chanel’s sublime satin shades. Exclusive to Selfridges, Harrods, and selective Chanel boutiques.
The La Mer Wonder Express Advent Calendar, £495
Opening a fresh jar of La Mer’s The Moisturizing Soft Cream would bring joy to any woman, so we can only imagine how special it would feel to be surprised with 12 skin and body care treats. Expect to find fan favourites including The Lip Polish, The Regenerating Serum, and The Body Crème inside.
Purnima Fragrances Ambar Ceramic Candle, £255
Create warm and cosy vibes at home with this supersized three-wick candle with a sensual scent of cedarwood, amber, balsam, and plum. The brand is based in the Sussex countryside and takes further inspiration from classic pottery and sculpture, so – of course – we love the ceramic vessel that’s been hand sculpted with the brand’s regal logo. It would look great on any coffee table or mantelpiece.
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Dreams Come True, £320
The ultimate gift for all makeup mavens, this collector’s edition makeup vanity case from Charlotte Tilbury includes 13 full-sized icons from her Pillow Talk range. It will not disappoint. Expect to find favourites including the Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes! Mascara (it gives seriously long lashes), the Beauty Light Wand, Lip Cheat Lip Liner, and Cheek to Chic blusher.
Creed Delphinus, £330
The House of Creed recently added two delicious amber additions to its fragrance portfolio, inspired by the brightest stars in the universe. We love Delphinus, the more feminine of the two (though both are unisex), which has gentle sweet notes of almond, heliotrope, luminous black and pink pepper, creamy tonka bean, Madagascan vanilla, and patchouli.
FOR HIM
Diptyque Limited Edition Orphéon Eau de Parfum, £153
Sexy, warm, and rich, this fragrance with notes of tonka bean, cedar, jasmine and juniper berries is an ode to a bar where the founders of Diptyque enjoyed a drink together amid curls of tobacco smoke and burnished wood. Simply divine.
Liberty Men’s Advent Calendar, £245
If there’s one thing that we wait in anticipation for every year, it’s the Liberty London advent calendar. And of course, it never disappoints. This year, we’re spoilt for choice with 25 treats that will delight the modern man in your life – from various colognes and candles, including the iconic Creed Aventus, to skin and hair care heroes from the likes of Dr Sebagh, 111SKIN, and Philip Kingsley.
La Collection Privée Christian Dior Gris Dior Esprit de Parfum, £380
A masterpiece from the House of Dior, this is a captivating chypre fragrance crafted by olfactory genius Francis Kurkdjian. A modern interpretation of the original Gris Dior, it unveils a depth of sensuality with its rich blend of dark Atlas cedar, Indonesian patchouli, warm amber, and fleshy Bulgarian rose – a truly seductive and head-turning scent.
FAQ™ Swiss 202 LED Face Mask, £719
Perfect for the modern gentleman looking to elevate his skincare routine, this cutting-edge device combines advanced technology with unparalleled comfort and convenience. Harnessing the power of collagen-boosting LED therapy, it revitalises the skin, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and pigmentation, and gives a healthy glow, all in a lightweight, wireless design that moulds seamlessly to the contours of your face.
Molton Brown Citrus & Fresh Body Care Gift Set, £75
Make his morning ritual better with this trio of citrus- and sea-inspired body washes that instantly invigorate the senses. Sunlit Clementine & Vetiver gives a burst of freshly squeezed clementines, green fig leaves, and Bourbon vetiver; Orange & Bergamot has notes of sparkling and zesty orange blended with delicate white florals; and Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel has a salt-sprayed collision of fresh marine notes, bergamot and cedarwood, and musk.
Bamford B Silent Christmas Gift Set, £55
Give the gift of sleep with this relaxing duo from Bamford that’s sure to help anyone drift off for a full eight hours’ shut-eye. The relaxing duo are scented with a soothing blend of frankincense, lavender, and marjoram to help soothe the mind and body; this evening ritual will leave you wondering how you ever had a good night’s sleep before.
STOCKING FILLERS
Prada Optimizing Lip Care in Astral Pink, £39
This super hydrating lip balm is infused with bifidus extract and jojoba oil to smooth, moisturise, and strengthen the lip barrier all day. There’s more. Using its Micro-Blushing Technology, just a few swipes turn your lips a soft, rosy hue. Perfect for puckering up under the mistletoe.
Chantecaille 24K Gold Cream Intense, £398
Give the gift of beautiful skin with Chantecaille’s new ceramide-boosted moisturiser that’s powered by pure 24K gold. Velvety smooth and silky, it’s sure to give your skin that coveted plump, bouncy, and hydrated texture.
Sana Jardin Scent Bauble, £25
For the fragrance lover in your life, this cute bauble from clean fragrance brand Sana Jardin houses two mini sprays of their best-selling fragrances: Berber Blonde, an uplifting sun-soaked scent of Moroccan neroli and orange blossom, and Sandalwood Temple, which imbues your skin with a warm and cocooning scent of cedarwood and sandalwood.
Jo Malone London Ginger Biscuit Cologne, £124
A scent that will make you smell almost good enough to eat, this festive fragrance from Jo Malone is spiced with ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, and caramel, which then melt into roasted hazelnuts, tonka bean, and vanilla. What else would you want to wear in the holiday season?
