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MAC, Kiehl’s, etc.: Holiday Beauty Gift Sets for Gifting or Keeping
2024-12-01
If you find yourself at a loss when it comes to gifting a beauty enthusiast, consider the allure of a set. Without specific knowledge of what your beauty-savvy recipient desires, sifting through the countless new products each month can be a bit like shooting in the dark. However, a curated bundle of skincare, makeup, or hair products from renowned brands such as MAC, Maison Margiela, Kiehl’s, and more, approved by PEOPLE editors, is a surefire way to bring joy during this holiday season.

Uncover the Best Beauty Sets for a Festive Gift

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Below, you'll discover an array of the best beauty gift set deals. Whether you're looking for something under $25 or within the $50 range, there are plenty of options. From a MAC mascara bundle that's priced significantly lower than its original value to a Burt's Bees gift set featuring one of the best lip balms PEOPLE have tested, you can find a treasure trove of gift sets that will make any beauty fanatic's day. And if your budget allows for a higher price point, there are even more choices in the under-$50 range. Select from bundles of best-sellers like the Laneige products loved by celebs and editors, or the discounted Kiehl’s set containing all the brand's most popular products. Dive into the world of beauty deals and find the perfect gift.

Keep exploring as we bring you more of the best deals from celeb-worn Merit Beauty, PEOPLE reader-loved Cosrx skincare, and more.

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You don't have to break the bank to give a special gift this season. We've uncovered amazing deals on holiday-ready beauty gifts, including makeup and skincare from MAC and Korres. These smaller sets are ideal for stocking stuffers, white elephant gifts, and secret Santa exchanges. Their prices are simply too good to pass up.

Take the MACStack Mascara Set, for example. You can snag this iconic mascara and lifting primer at a major discount at Nordstrom. We voted the waterproof version as the best we've ever tried, and it truly delivers on providing that eye-opening volume and length. And the Korres Vanilla Cinnamon Body Set is a foolproof gift for almost anyone. Its heavenly vanilla cinnamon scent makes showering on cold winter mornings a delight.

Merit Beauty - Best Beauty Gift Set Deals Under $50

Beauty products can often be quite expensive, but these gift sets prove that you can get not one but several great products in a single under-$50 purchase. From a collection of First Aid Beauty products that effectively reduce KP to discounted men's skincare from Kiehl’s, there are significant savings to be had on gift sets with great value.

The Verb Ghost All Stars Hair Care set from Nordstrom is a must-have. The ultra-lightweight formulas are designed for fine hair, and this four-piece gift set gives you a taste of the full range. The Kiehl’s Fresh Start Daily Essentials Gift Set, billed as the ultimate men's skincare routine by the brand, includes an exfoliating soap bar, gel face wash, and skin-brightening moisturizer. It's a comprehensive set that every man will appreciate.

More Beauty Gift Set Deals Under $50

If you're still on the hunt for the perfect gift set, don't worry. There are more amazing options to explore. Shop restorative skincare from Prakti and Glow Recipe, makeup from Merit Beauty, and more of our top picks before prices return to normal. Discover the beauty of these sets and make this holiday season truly special.

Nicola Fumo, a senior shopping editor at PEOPLE with over a decade of experience covering lifestyle topics including beauty and wellness, has tested perfume, makeup, and skincare from hundreds of brands featured in this article. Alyssa Brascia, a shopping writer at PEOPLE with three years of experience in the digital media space, specializing in beauty and fashion, has tested more than 500 beauty products from innovative lipstick formulas to the latest microcurrent devices.

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