40 Best Makeup Gift Sets and Beauty Gifts of 2023 to Give This Year

Each year you’re likely to find that somewhere on your gift list is a beauty lover. In those cases, makeup gift sets and Advent calendars are just the ticket—they’re pre-curated to make shopping for a makeup or skin care enthusiast that much easier. Who doesn’t love to take the guesswork out of gift-giving? 

Best Beauty Gifts

Whether it’s someone who has a multi-step makeup routine each morning or the indecisive sibling who can’t decide which products to splurge on, you’re guaranteed to find something on this list to make your giftee smile. Start with Vogue’s edit of the top makeup gift sets—from lipsticks by Dior to complexion saviors by Jones Road. And we’re not stopping there! We’ve also combed through the vast marketplace to curate the best beauty gifts to shop, spanning the makeup, skin, hair, beauty tool, fragrance, and wellness categories. No matter what you choose, consider this your guide to help you check off one item (or more!) on your shopping list. And if you get lucky, it will arrive in an artfully designed box that won’t even require wrapping. 

Behold, 40 beauty gifts to give (or receive) in 2023.

Makeup Gift Sets

A makeup gift set is the perfect gift for the cosmetics-obsessed—from the in-the-know person who wants to try the latest launches to someone just beginning their makeup journey. For example, Merit’s aptly named Five Minute Morning set includes all the essentials needed for a minimalist makeup routine. The kits by Kosas and Jones Road have similar appeal; the latter is particularly enticing if they’re interested in Bobbi Brown’s take on making mature skin glow. If it’s radiance they’re after, curated sets by Tom Ford and Glossier will leave skin dewy and fresh. 

Makeup Gifts

Certainly, there are makeup products not housed in limited edition sets that would make for excellent gifts. For lips, Dries Van Noten’s sculptural cases would make a chic addition to any makeup bag, as would Hailey Bieber’s first makeup product—the editor-approved Rhode Peptide Lip Tint. If a festive eye look is on the agenda, shadow quads by Chanel and Tom Ford are always a good idea, no matter the occasion. 

Skin Care Gifts

Healthy skin is always in so give someone on your list the essentials to promote a youthful, glowing complexion. As for skin-care products that your trusted dermatologist might recommend, there are sets by SkinCeuticals and SkinMedica that promise smooth, hydrated, and protected skin. Luxe solutions by La Mer and 111Skin will treat any visage with care too. For a more clean approach to glowing skin, consider picking up selects by Sunday Riley and Noble Panacea.

Beauty Tool Gifts

In recent years, we’ve learned the importance of supplementing our beauty regimens with an efficacious tool. For skin, LED light therapy is known to combat acne and signs of aging, while microcurrent technology diminishes the look of wrinkles and promotes a sculpted appearance through consistent use of Solawave’s wand and Dr. Dennis Gross’s mask. Or for manual tools that aid in contouring and lymphatic drainage, jade rollers, gua shas, and dry brushes work wonders. If your giftee is prioritizing a hair upgrade, you truly can’t go wrong with Dyson’s beloved Airwrap styler.

Fragrance Gifts

There’s no denying the power of a good fragrance. The scent-obsessed person in your life would gladly receive a new perfume or cologne, whether stocking up on their signature or discovering a new favorite. There are classics by Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Dior, and Ralph Lauren that never go out of style or fragrance discovery sets to sample a few aromas at once.

Hair Care Gifts

Anyone would appreciate a few new products to put their best hair forward—whether they’re looking to amp up the volume, repair damaged strands,  or nourish thirsty curls. If it’s hair strengthening and growth, Vegamour and Act+Acre offer solutions for those interested in healthier tresses. The Nue Co.’s kit even features a supplement formulated to promote a healthy hair growth cycle. Meanwhile, Bread Beauty Supply and Philip B look to simplify the cluttered category with good-for-you daily wash day essentials. 

Wellness Gifts

Unsure what to give that person who is known to prioritize their health and well-being without fail? Enter the best wellness gifts! Whether they’re a yogi, pilates maven, or anything in between, Alo’s yoga mat is always a good idea—gifted in tandem with Bala’s sleek ankle weights. Or if they’re interested in improving their quality of sleep, Hatch’s alarm clock helps users to unwind before bed and wake up feeling refreshed. Rejuvenation can also be achieved through aromatherapy, making Saje’s essential oil set a thoughtful present. On the nutrition front, perhaps a Sakara meal subscription is just the ticket for healthy but flavorful dishes delivered right to their door. No matter their wellness goals though, Papier’s journal includes a multitude of prompts to track daily habits and reflect on the day.