By Aimee L and Helen Chiang
‘Tis the season of joy and goodwill, and nothing embodies the spirit of Christmas quite like the art of gift-giving. The thrill of carefully selecting and presenting the perfect present, coupled with the sheer delight of unwrapping a thoughtfully chosen gift, creates a magical atmosphere during this festive time.
For many, the allure of beauty gift sets is irresistible, especially for the ladies (and even gents) who appreciate the artistry of self-care. There’s an enchanting quality in receiving a meticulously curated beauty gift set, where each product promises a touch of luxury and pampering.
In the spirit of enhancing the holiday experience, we have dedicated ourselves to discovering the five best Christmas beauty gift sets for 2023. These sets promise to captivate the hearts of women (and men), offering a blend of glamour, indulgence, and the joy that comes with the perfect beauty regimen.
Get ready to dive into a world of enchanting scents, and skincare and hair care wonders that will make this Christmas truly unforgettable!
1. The Drunk Elephant Day Dazzle: The Morning Kit
We are huge fans of the brand as it is, and every year DE has always made our Christmas gift list because of their absolutely fabulous holiday sets. For this year, we are loving Day Dazzle: The Morning Kit $150 – a limited-edition holiday set designed to elevate your morning routine to a whole new level of luxury.
This exclusive collection features a quartet of powerhouse skincare essentials, each meticulously crafted to ensure your complexion radiates health and vitality.
The Protini™ Polypeptide Cream, a generous 50 ml full-size offering, works wonders to moisturise and strengthen your skin. Complementing this, the B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum in a convenient 15 ml size hydrates and replenishes, leaving your complexion revitalised.
For a burst of freshness and firmness, the C-Firma™ Fresh Day Serum, with its 9 ml volume, is a radiant addition to your morning routine. And let’s not forget the delicate eye area – the C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream, at 5 ml, ensures brighter and firmer skin around your eyes.
This comprehensive morning regimen guarantees a fresh, healthy, and moisturised start to your day, leaving you and your skin ready to dazzle in the morning light. It is also the perfect gift for your friend who is passionate about her skincare, prefers fragrance-free clean beauty products, or simply loves to travel. The Day Dazzle: The Morning Kit $150 is available instore at Sephora and online.
2. Oribe Hair Alchemy Collection
Oribe’s Holiday 2023 Collection is a collaboration with multidisciplinary artist and designer Louis Barthélemy, who has crafted seven enchanting limited-edition gift sets inspired by the glamour and spirit of legendary hairstylist Oribe Canales.
Drawing inspiration from ancient Egypt, Louis Barthélemy has woven a whimsical narrative titled “Eternal Rituals.” This collection pays homage to the timeless daily ritual of self-affirmation and pampering through hair care, reflected in three unique vertical works inspired by papyrus scrolls. Among these treasures is the Hair Alchemy Collection, $154. This set includes the Hair Alchemy Shampoo, Hair Alchemy Conditioner, and Hair Alchemy Serum Travel – the perfect trio for luxurious hair care. What makes these sets even more special is the commitment to sustainability and the spectacularly stunning gift box design.
Crafted using FSC Certified, Green Seal Certified minimum 30% post-consumer fibre papers with a chlorine-free process, and printed with soy inks and renewable electricity, Oribe ensures an eco-friendly touch. The internal tray is made from 100% biodegradable and renewable plant fibre, making it not just a gift for your loved ones but also for the planet. This is the perfect gift for your environmentally responsible friend, or for someone who appreciates premium quality haircare.
The 2023 Oribe Holiday Collection is available online, and at the following Oribe Salon Partners nationwide- 35A, Backstage Hair Salon. Chez Vous Hair. Chez Vous: Hideaway Hair Salon, Chez Vous: Private Space, Ciel Korean Hair Salon, Evolve Salon, Identity Hairworks, Image Room Hair Salon, KIU Hair Gallery, Lalaland 6th Ave, Needs Salon, Shunji Matsuo Hair Studio (Century Square), Shunji Matsuo Hair Studio (Ngee Ann City), Suchehwa by Ted Hair Salon
The Hair Lounge, The Lawn Hairdressing, TwentySix Hairdressing, Yurbeauty (Fairmont Hotel) and Zona Felice Hair Boutique.
3. Lancôme IDOLE 50ml Holiday Set
Capturing the essence of beauty as a dynamic art form, Lancôme unveils a holiday collection that transforms the brand’s iconic living rose into the emblem of extraordinary gift sets. Renowned French artist Lydie Bossuet takes centre stage in shaping Lancôme’s holiday identity, paying homage to the timeless allure of the Agora rose.
Bossuet’s artistic interpretation introduces a new dimension characterised by almost geometric precision. Within this holiday collection, the rose becomes an exquisite hallmark, embossing each gift with a touch of the extraordinary. We picked the Lancôme IDOLE 50ml Holiday Set, as one of our top beauty gift sets this year. The set includes the Idôle Eau de Parfum in a 50ml bottle, Idôle Body Lotion in a 50ml size, and a 10ml version of the Idôle Eau de Parfum.
This is the a perfect present for the woman who seemingly has everything. Immerse her in the enchanting magic of Lancôme’s art of gifting, where each meticulously curated set becomes a masterpiece. Furthermore, Lancôme ensures a seamless express delivery service, bringing these exquisite works of art right to your recipients doorstep.
The Lancôme IDOLE 50ml Holiday Set, $150 is available at Lancome online, Lazada, Holiday Metro Atrium, Departmental Stores, and Sephora.
4. Kiehl’s Limited-Edition Holiday Collection Designed By Icinori
This holiday season, Kiehl’s brings an extra touch of magic to skincare with a limited-edition collection in collaboration with Icinori, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo celebrated for their bespoke creations in art, fashion, and publishing.
Inspired by the creation of an animated universe filled with an exciting, generous, and festive spirit, the exclusive product assortment features four beloved Kiehl’s skincare essentials. While the brand does have a range of wonderful skincare sets to suit everyone’s skincare needs, we love the idea of curating a set with the brand’s top four skincare essentials.
The limited-edition collection includes Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Cream $110, a 7-in-1 anti-ageing marvel; the trusted Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask $63; the iconic Ultra Facial Cream $63, providing 24-hour hydration; and the Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner $67, your skin’s peacekeeper. Each product is a testament to Kiehl’s commitment to effective skincare and the joy of gift-giving during the festive season.
The Kiehl’s Limited-Edition Holiday Collection is available both in store and online.
5. The Powder Shampoo Sustainable Shower Routine Gift Set
In the spirit of spreading joy and embracing eco-friendly practices this Christmas, consider gifting your eco-conscious loved ones a present that will not only bring delight, but also contribute to the well-being of our planet.
The Powder Shampoo, a conscientious Singaporean brand, has unveiled a series of Holiday Box Sets designed to make your year-end celebrations both luxurious and environmentally responsible. We are loving the fact that with each purchase of The Powder Shampoo Holiday Box Sets, the brand pledges to plant up to six trees in diverse regions across the globe, fostering a greener future.
We have picked their Sustainable Shower Routine Gift Set as a must-have on our list for several reasons. This thoughtfully curated gift set not only promises to elevate your self-care regimen but also makes a meaningful contribution to the environment.
For every Sustainable Shower Routine Box sold, The Powder Shampoo is committed to planting three trees, aligning your beauty routine with a greener planet. This unique bundle invites you to embark on a sustainable shower journey, featuring full-sized treats of the Strengthening & Soothing Shampoo, as well as the Energising Day Body Foam Wash – all crafted to pamper your scalp, hair, and skin. With this eco-conscious gift, you’re not just investing in your well-being; you’re also making a positive impact on the world!
The Sustainable Shower Routine Gift Set $99.90 is exclusively available at the official The Powder Shampoo website, and Departmental Stores – Isetan & Takashimaya. They will also be available at Design Orchard, Scoop Wholefoods Singapore and Metro Departmental Stores, while stocks last.
Here’s A Bonus One For The Men In Your Life
andSons’s Intense Hair Growth Kit Gift Box
Discover the ultimate gift for the men in your life this holiday season with the complete 4-step routine for thicker hair from andSons. This carefully curated gift box set is designed to provide a transformative experience, promising up to a remarkable 214% boost in hair growth.
The four-step routine includes the 5% Intense Complex Shampoo, a powerful blend of Saw Palmetto, Caffeine, and Argan that not only cleanses the scalp but also locks in essential moisture for healthy hair growth.
Step into nourishment with the 5% Intense Complex Conditioner, featuring niacinamide (Vitamin B3) to nourish the scalp and revitalise hair strands, creating the appearance of thicker, fuller hair. The set also includes the Anti-Hair Loss Dermaroller, painlessly utilising 0.5mm fine needles to increase blood circulation and support healthy hair growth, enhancing the efficacy of the accompanying &Sons 3% Redensyl Anti-Hair Loss Serum. Finally, the 3% Redensyl Hair Loss Treatment, a concentrated serum, activates hair follicle stem cells, promoting regrowth by up to 214%, reducing inflammation, and revitalising the scalp for strong, healthy hair from root to tip.
Gift the promise of thicker, fuller, and healthier hair with andSons this holiday season. The andSons’s Intense Hair Growth Kit Gift Box $78 is available online.
As we immerse ourselves in the magic of the holiday season, these carefully selected beauty gift sets become more than mere presents; they are an embodiment of joy, self-care, and the artistry of giving.
Whether it’s the enchanting allure of Lancôme’s living rose, the sustainable elegance of The Powder Shampoo or Drunk Elephant, the artistic collaboration between Oribe and Louis Barthélemy or Kiehl’s and Icinori , or even the transformative promise of andSons for the gentlemen in our lives, each collection tells a unique story, and shows that a lot of thought went into its selection.
These beauty sets are more than a gesture; they are a celebration of the art of giving, making this Christmas truly magical!