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The Best Holiday Luxury Gifts for Spa, Beauty, and Wellness Lovers

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Thanksgiving flew by so quickly, and now we’re counting down the days until Christmas (which is just a few weeks away!) If you’re still in the midst of the holiday madness trying to figure out what gifts to give everyone in your life, we’ve put together our annual Christmas gift guide that highlights our favorite gift sets and more.

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Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, co-worker, or even yourself, we guarantee you’ll find something for everyone on your list. From spa gift cards and self-care goodies to cozy candles and tea, read on to discover the best holiday 2023 luxury gifts that will especially appeal to spa, beauty, and wellness lovers.

amika Mini-Mension Bestsellers Kit ($29)

amika’s fabulous Holiday 2023 collection features a variety of ready-to-gift sets for every hair type and texture including Mini-Mension Bestsellers Kit, which includes minis of soulfood nourishing mask, the wizard silicone-free detangling primer, and perk up dry shampoo to detangle, refresh, and nourish strands. Check out their complete collection of holiday gift sets here.

Art of Tea Cardoz Legacy Masala Chai ($26)

The Cardoz Legacy Masala Chai was made in partnership with Barkha Cardoz and Burlap & Barrel. Barkha’s signature masala chai recipe features Art of Tea’s Assam tea blended with Burlap & Barrel’s single origin spices, including Cloud Forest Cardamom, Buffalo Ginger, Robusta Black Peppercorns, cardamom husks, Cinnamon Verum, Pemba Cloves, and Grenada Gold Nutmeg. The resulting blend offers a sweet, spicy, and sensory experience that’s both energizing and soothing.

Bath & Body Works Eucalyptus Lavender Spa Gift Set ($49.95)

This gorgeous self-care gift set will put a smile on anyone’s face while treating them to a moment of blissful relaxation. It comes arranged inside a decorative gift box and includes eucalyptus lavender salt scrub (17 oz), body butter (6.5 fl oz), and a dry brush. Features fragrance notes of eucalyptus and lavender essential oils reminiscent of a day at the spa.

Beachwaver Co. B1 in Midnight Rose ($69)

Beachwaver Co.’s most popular curling iron size, the Beachwaver B1 Midnight Rose features a 1-inch barrel and is perfect for creating beachy waves and gorgeous glam curls for the holidays! Designed with two arrow buttons to curl in both directions, the signature short clamp is beveled for smooth curling and no kinks, as well as three pre-set heat ranges. The lightweight, ceramic barrel is 5.5 inches long and 1 inch in diameter. With soft touch, ergonomic handle, this is the easiest, most comfortable iron to hold and it’s also travel-friendly!

Beachwaver Co. Whistler Winter Pine Candle ($24)

This special candle from Beachwaver Co. is a delicate blend of holiday pine and fresh forest scent. Light this candle and transport yourself to the tree lined trails, snow-dusted villages, and pacific ranges of the coastal Canadian mountains. Fragrant evergreen, cool pine bough, and a subtle hint of salt-kissed air will instantly turn your home into a cozy holiday escape. The candles are hand-poured into eco-friendly recycled glass and the candle topper is seed paper that you can plant!

With a purchase of a Beachwaver Co. Candle, support women returning to the workforce with the mission to build confidence, while helping to create pathways through empowerment, possibility, and new opportunities in partnership with Chicago charity, Bright Endeavors.

Borghese 4-Piece Firm & Hydrate Gift Set ($50)

This stunning luxury skincare gift set has all the essentials for smoother and more radiant skin. It includes four simple steps to help purify, visibly improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and prevent moisture loss. Prep skin to face the next day and protect against damaging free radicals. Discover their other holiday gift sets here. Includes:

  • Crema Saponetta Creme Cleanser, 1.7 oz

  • Radiante Revitalize and Firm Mask, .5 oz

  • Curaforte Moisture Intensifier, 1 oz

  • Radiante Renew and Restore Night Creme, 1 oz (Full Size)

Briggs & Riley Carry On Packing Cube Set ($99)

Perfectly sized to fit in a Briggs & Riley carry-on, this 3-piece packing cube set is the best way to stay organized on the go. Store and secure travel essentials with three packing cubes that provide optimal organization and efficiency to help you master the art of travel. Made from over 14 recycled bottles, the antibacterial construction limits germs as an added bonus!

Burke Williams Gift Card (Any amount)

Give the gift of relaxation and rejuvenation with an assortment of expertly curated holiday gift card packages from Burke Williams. Packages start at $200 and include a variety of signature Burke Williams treatments, including massage therapy, facials, manicures, and spa baths. Select packages also include unique and innovative services developed by the experts at Burke Williams.

These treatments include the all-new Tranquility Massage, which combines Swedish massage therapy with the healing power of sound from hand-crafted singing bowls; and the Vitality Massage, a first-of-its-kind service which incorporates B12 with dry brushing and percussion massage to promote overall well-being and a healthy immune system. With 11 locations throughout Southern California and the Bay Area, Burke Williams offers a convenient luxurious escape.

By/Rosie Jane Mini Bestsellers Perfume Set ($100)

This set features three best-selling fragrances in miniature replicas of By/Rosie Jane's signature bottles. Valued at $150, it includes:

  • Travel-size Leila Lou Eau de Parfum (1.01 oz.): A fragrance inspired by the classics with notes of pear, jasmine and freshly cut grass

  • Travel-size Rosie Eau de Parfum (1.01 oz.): A fragrance inspired by meditation and naked skin with notes of rose, nude musk, and vanilla

  • Travel-size Dulce Eau de Parfum (1.01 oz.): A fragrance inspired by the good times, innocence and the sweeter things in life with notes of vanilla hinoki wood nude musk

Caire Beauty Serum Boost + Stress Relief Roller Set ($80)

This set includes an all-in-one firming, lifting, hydrating serum for the face, eyes, neck, chest that stimulates hyaluronic acid and collagen production in skin as well as a hand-polished Rose Quartz stone Body Ritual Roller that soothes and de-puffs while improving the penetration and effectiveness of Theorem Serum Boost. 

Colleen Rothschild Beauty Kiss & Tell Lip Care Trio ($44)

The Kiss & Tell Lip Care Trio is all you need to leave lips smooth, treated, moisturized, and kissable. The mouth-watering brown sugar trio includes a Butter Lip Mask, Sugar Lip Scrub, and Vitamin E Lip Moisturizer. As a limited-edition bonus, the bundle includes a beautiful, ultra-soft velvet pouch with brushed gold hardware that can also be used to store everyday items such as keys, credit cards or tech essentials.

[comfort zone] Hydramemory Kit ($149)

HYDRAMEMORY gorgeous holiday gift set offers a moisturizing and brightening routine, effective even in the harshest weather conditions. Inspired by the language of tarot cards, the design celebrates resilience, represented here by the prickly pear, an emblem of adaptation. It contains Hydramemory Hydra Plump Mask 60ml, Hydramemory Water Source Serum 30ml, and Hydramemory Rich Sorbet Cream 50ml. All products contain vegan formulas with a high percentage of naturally derived ingredients. It comes in a uniquely hand-designed and reusable box made of 100% recycled FSC paper. Discover and shop their other gift sets here.

Curie Pit Kit ($46)

This cult-favorite kit includes the three essential pit products. Designed to make your transition to aluminum-free deodorant simple, Curie’s Armpit Detox Mask will help purify and speed up your transition period. Best-selling Deodorant Stick and Deodorant & Body Spray will keep you smelling fresh, all day long.

DRYBAR Blowout With a Twist Kit ($155)

This expertly curated kit features The Half Shot Small Round Blow-Dryer Brush and full and travel sizes with accessories. Valued at $235.50, it includes:

  • The Half Shot Small Round Blow-Dryer Brush   

  • Prep Rally Prime & Prep Detangler, full size (147ml/5 fl. oz.)

  • Triple Sec 3-In-1 Finishing Spray, travel size (47g/1.6 fl. oz.)

  • Final Call Frizz & Static Control Mist, travel size (48g/1.7 fl. oz)

  • Detox Dry Shampoo Original Scent, travel size, (40g/1.4 fl. oz)

  • Hold Me Hair Clips (2 clips)

Elix TCM Self Love Bundle ($76.50)

Treat yourself or a loved one to the ultimate self-care package that supports healing inside and out. Elix Healing created a TCM Self Love Bundle that includes Daily Harmony (an anti-anxiety and stress-relieving herbal additive) and two facial de-puffers. The TCM Self Love Bundle is the perfect gift for that someone in your life who has moderate to extreme anxiety.

Ellis Brooklyn Biography Fragrance Discovery Set ($35)

Give the gift of fragrance this holiday season with an amazing gift set from Ellis Brooklyn that features nine different scents from their incredible collection! The set comes with 2ml glass spray vials of the following Eau de Parfums: SALT, SUN FRUIT, FLORIST, MYTH, SWEET, VANILLA MILK, SUPER AMBER, BEE, and APRÈS. It’s the perfect discovery kit for one’s own personal perfume journey.

Eminence Organic Skin Care Rosehip Oil & Gua Sha Gift Set ($118)

Give the gift of glowing skin with the Rosehip Oil and Gua Sha Gift Set. This duo is designed to deliver a relaxing home facial massage that leaves skin feeling soft, plump and invigorated. It includes a 30ml size of the Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil, which provides intense hydration and protection while fighting signs of aging. The set also comes with a gua sha tool made from natural aventurine that works synergistically with the body’s natural lymphatic flow to visibly firm and strengthen complexions.

Eufora Bodifying Gift Set ($99)

This holiday season, Eufora is offering pre-packaged gift sets for every hair type in gorgeous reusable holiday boxes. The Bodifying gift set includes a full-size Bodifying Shampoo and Conditioner, full-size Leave-In Repair Treatment, and a sample-size Triple Bond Repair in a gift box. Discover their other holiday gift sets here. Available online and at select salons nationwide.

Eve’s & Co Cranberry Mimosa & Evergreen Elegance Candles ($39 each)

Designed to be a sensory treat for any occasion, these elegantly crafted candles offer approximately 70 hours of burn time.Their seasonal scents include Cranberry Mimosa, which combines the sweet and tart essence of cranberries with mimosa; and Evergreen Elegance, a harmonious blend of pine needles, cedarwood, and fir balsam. Crafted with vegan coconut apricot wax and an all-natural crackling wood wick that provides a beautiful horizontal flame shape.

Evo Mirror Mirror Repair Gift Pack ($84)

This set of three products is perfect for all things hair repair and comes wrapped in a box designed by painter, illustrator, and south Australian local, Billie Justice Thomson. Give the gift of nourished hair and feeling brand new! Includes:

  • 1 x ritual salvation repairing shampoo 300ml

  • 1 x ritual salvation repairing conditioner 300ml

  • 1 x happy campers wearable treatment 200ml

  • 1 x evo limited edition compact mirror

Farmgirl Flowers Sledder Weather ($99)

Farmgirl Flowers recently debuted its new holiday collection and mini tree shop featuring eye-catching arrangements with seasonal and festive flowers. Sledder Weather is a living 6" Picea Abies that stands approximately 12-18" tall. The tree ships with a custom enamel pot from Crow Canyon, a strand of twinkle lights, 11 glass orb ornaments in a protective (and reusable) box, 11 ornament hangers, a silver-toned wired tinsel garland, and a piece of "faux snow" made of polyester batting.

Farmhouse Fresh Fast Fix Face Mask Sampler ($28)

This delicious trio contains a few of Farmhouse Fresh’s face masks aimed to tighten, calm, and bring radiance back to skin. To firm the look of complexion, use Mighty Tighty® twice a week—it will tingle when it starts to work its magic! Mighty Tighty® is made with an antioxidant-rich blend of turmeric, fresh bananas, and New York-grown echinacea extract full of active compounds that nourish skin. Discover and shop their other cute gift sets here.

Figaro Apothecary Botanical Body Bliss Duo ($120)

This indulgent gift set offers an upgrade to one’s daily shower and bath time routine with a sensory self-indulgent experience. Includes the brand’s luxurious Fig Oil + Blue Agave Body Wash and Sheer Botanical Body Oil. Made with 100% natural ingredients, formulated without added sulphates, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, PEGs, or SLSs. Discover and shop the rest of their holiday collection here.

Flora Mirabilis Gift Set ($220)

This luxury skincare gift set includes everything you need to cleanse, moisturize, and sculpt with this complete set of plant-based products for healthy skin. All three Flora Mirabilis skincare products come packaged in a beautiful wooden gift box and tied with a decorative ribbon. Includes a 30ml bottle of Face Oil, a 30oz tube of Cleansing Clay, and a stainless steel Beauty Tool for sculpting and toning.

Gelish Mini Bling It On ($25)

Nothing says holiday like a whole lot of sparkle, and this kit has everything you need to bling out nails in style! Set the tone with snowy Arctic Freeze or shimmering pink Ambience, then pile on the embellishments: light reflective rhinestones in yellow gold, rose gold and silver, as well as sophisticated pearls in white and ivory. Grab Gelish hues Ambience and Arctic Freeze, and with the Bling It On kit, you’ll get color rhinestones and pearls for free!

ghd Dreamland Collection ($169-$279)

The newest limited-edition collection from ghd will transport you to dreamland! It features the brand’s best-selling tools brushed with an alluring jade tone finished with romantic pink metallic accents and dusky pink vanity cases for storage and display. Tools include the Platinum+ flat iron, gold flat iron, hair dryer, and Glide Hot Brush. during the winter sale (Dec. 20 to Jan. 9), receive 20% off the collection in addition to free personalization.

Glad & Young Studio (Various prices)

Atlanta-based design studio Glad & Young produces fun-loving leather goods and accessories that are daring, colorful, and full of personality. From luggage tags to passport cases, they offer custom gold foil stamping ($20) that allows you to personalize items with names, initials, short phrases, and more. It’s an easy way to make gifts stand out and shine—or treat yourself to something extra special. Large and small lettering is available.

Glen Ivy Hot Springs Gift Cards (Any amount)

Southern California’s leading wellness destination Glen Ivy Hot Springs is offering three spa bundles that will be available until Dec. 25 including:

  • The Mask Duo, which highlights the benefits of Glen Ivy’s Grotto and Club Mud experiences

  • The Signature Trio, which highlights Glen Ivy’s signature lavender and eucalyptus scents

  • The Body Trio, which keeps skin exfoliated and hydrated throughout the winter season.

Additionally, Glen Ivy Hot Springs’ fan-favorite gift card sale also returns with holiday savings, available through Dec. 25. To ensure it arrives by Christmas morning, place your holiday orders by Dec. 18. Also available now through February, Glen Ivy’s Winter Warm-Up Package includes admission, a 50-minute massage or facial, a robe, hot chocolate, and a sweet treat—starting at $210 per person. This package is available Monday to Friday only for a limited time.

Grande Cosmetics Luxe Lashes Set ($69)

Packed with indulgent must-haves for every lash need, the Grande Cosmetics Luxe lashes Set takes lashes to the next level. Includes:

  • Limited-Edition Bedazzled GrandeLASH-MD Lash Enhancing Serum

  • Mini-Size GrandeREPAIR Leave-In Lash Conditioner

  • Mini-Size GrandePRIMER Pre-Mascara Lengthener & Thickener

  • Mini-Size GrandeMASCARA Conditioning Peptide Mascara

  • Mini-Size GrandeLINER Liquid Eyeliner with Lash Enhancing Serum

Happy Place Organic Weightless Waffle 4-Piece Towel Set ($132)

Experience cloud-like softness with every use. Happy Place towels are made from the finest long staple fiber Organic Turkish Cotton in the world, which means they are softer, smoother, stronger and only get better each time you use them. Their signature 3D Waffle texture is crafted to trap and soak water off skin instead of smearing it around like traditional towels. The airy weave creates a lofty texture that allows for the towels to breathe and dry twice as fast as your standard towel. Available in multiple beautiful and earthy colors including Sage and Wheat (pictured).

HighOnLove Pink Candle ($42)

Turn up the heat and set the mood for an intimate massage with the luxurious, soy-based HighOnLove® Sensual Massage Candle, blended with nourishing hemp seed oil and coconut oil. Let the alluring aroma of juicy lychee seduce your senses, while the sensation of warm oils against your skin encourages relaxation and loving exploration.

Hope Night Scented Candle ($75)

This exquisite candle embodies a feeling of romance and tranquility to create a luxurious ambiance in your home. Packaged in an elegant glass vessel containing the iconic Hope Night fragrance, the Scented Candle elevates your home with style and sophistication. The harmony of floral, amber and vanilla essences, accented with the unexpected scent of plum, creates a warm ambiance of serenity that lingers for hours.

Hotel Lobby Candle “Holiday” Candle ($59-$210)

Hotel Lobby Candle’s best-selling “Holiday” candle is available in both the regular size and limited-edition extra large size (54oz) with three wicks designed for big spaces. It features rich notes of evergreen and balsam fir, with a fragrance that is woody, fresh, and comfortingly familiar. Comes in a signature white box with ribbon. Discover and shop their other seasonal candles here.

IGK Big Hair Volumizing Trio ($76)

Prep, style, and finish with this volumizing trio designed to give you big bouncy hair with added volume and thickness that lasts. This routine is perfect for medium to fine hair, guaranteed to give you big hair energy Kit Includes:

  • Full-size Body Language Mist

  • Full-size Pick Me Up Spray

  • Full-size Big Time Mousse

IMAGE Skincare Star Bright Vitamin C + Antioxidant Super Serum ($90)

For the holidays, IMAGE Skincare has launched three sets that are each tailored to address specific skin concerns utilizing the brand's anti-aging and nourishing formulas. The Star Bright features a clinically proven, supercharged vitamin C serum to restore, renew, and brighten the skin. The lightweight formula with hints of orange oil leaves skin with a soft, dewy finish. Check out all of their holiday sets here.

Innersense Organic Beauty Detox Hair Mask ($10-$30)

Remove build-up and residue with this clarifying detox mask. Charcoal, Kaolin clay and Certified Organic white vinegar draw microparticles to the surface without stripping hair of natural oils. Ideal for all hair types and textures. Features fragrance notes of sage and vanilla. Makes the perfect stocking stuffer!

KAI Bestsellers Bundle ($237)

Through the end of December 2023, KAI is offering five exclusive holiday gift bundles featuring some of the brand’s most popular products for home and self-care. The Bestsellers Bundle (pictured) is a limited-edition luxurious set that includes kai signature eau de parfum, body butter, reed diffuser and *rose perfume oil, which will enhance anyone’s personal care routine with the intoxicating scent of kai. Includes a complimentary sheer organza gift bag and blank note card for easy gifting! Check out all their gift sets and bundles here.

Kamp Gift Sets (Various Prices)

From artisanal chocolates and unique snacks to fresh flowers and crated wine selects, Kamp is a shop in Los Angeles’ trendy Silver Lake neighborhood that offers customizable holiday gift packages and will work with every budget to create the perfect custom gift for everyone on your list. Learn more here.

Kevyn Aucoin Making Faces Brush Set ($129)

Discover a carefully selected collection of three dual-ended precision brushes that enable you to blend, contour, and define like a professional makeup artist with this Kevyn Aucoin brush set. The Making Faces Brush Set includes a stunning vegan leather pouch for effortless and compact storage, making it easy to take these indispensable accessories to the office, the gym or anywhere you need a touch-up. Valued at $166, the Kevyn Aucoin Making Faces Brush Set includes The Duet Foundation Brush, The Contour Brush, The Duet Shadow Brush and a stylish vegan leather case. Discover and shop the rest of their holiday offerings here.

KNESKO Green Jade Calm Holiday Kit ($145)

Bathe skin in genuine green jade with KNESKO’s luxurious Green Jade Calm Holiday Kit. This limited-edition, three-piece gift set features the brand’s Advanced Calming Complex to visibly calm, replenish, and strengthen skin. A $263 value, this kit includes a collagen face mask, eye mask, and full-size 30 mL serum presented in a beautiful cosmetic bag.

La Chatelaine Winter White Luxury Soap Trio ($38)

This bath and beauty must-have set comes in a limited-edition Winter White tin, making it the ultimate gift for yourself and the most cherished people in your life. La Chatelaine’s meticulously designed embossed tins flaunt vibrant, flirtatious florals and can be reused afterwards for decor or storage. La Chatelaine hand wrapped vegetable-based soaps are made in Provence using time-honored craftsmanship and ethically-sourced and the highest-quality natural and organic ingredients. Discover and shop their other gift sets here.

LALICIOUS Après Ski Travel Set ($48)

This winter-themed limited-edition travel set features mini-sizes of Après Ski Whipped Sugar Scrub,
2oz Hydrating Body Butter, and 1oz Body Oil, all packed in a cute Silver Puffy Wristlet that can be reused. Features a cozy, woodsy blend of winter spices, citrus peel, and teakwood!

Laneige Starlit Mask Trio ($32)

Laneige has released four stunning gift sets for the holiday season, including this lip trio that includes best-selling flavor, Berry; limited-edition holiday flavor, Caramel Apple; and back-by-demand Mango mini. Discover and shop all their holiday gift sets here.

Lather Cranberry Dream Set ($58)

Immerse yourself in the warmth and festivity of this limited-edition collection Cranberry Dream Bath and Body Gift Set. Crafted to naturally soothe, cleanse, and moisturize, these luxurious products are infused with comforting holiday citrus and spice essential oil blend of orange, lemon, tangerine, cinnamon, cassia, clove and nutmeg. A perfect gift set to uplift your spirits and enhance your well-being throughout the season. Includes:

  • Cranberry Orange Bath Salts 9oz

  • Cranberry Orange Body Wash 8oz

  • Cranberry Orange Moisturizer 8oz

  • Bamboo Wash Cloth

Lavanila Vanilla Sugarcane Fragrance + Candle Set ($58)

Pamper your body and soul with this limited-edition fragrance and candle duo, anchored by the world’s finest Madagascar vanilla and infused with sparkling sugarcane, vanilla flower, and bright mandarin to bring you an inviting, subtly sweet scent. Set includes a 1.7oz fragrance and a candle.

Lola’s Apothecary Relaxing Cocoon Collection ($182.02)

British luxury natural beauty, spa and wellness brand Lola’s Apothecary is offering several festive gift sets, featuring a selection of gourmet wellness delights for bath, body, and mind in beautiful bespoke gifting boxes with their stunning seasonal illustration and luxury insert. Discover their entire gift set collection here. The Relaxing Cocoon Collection includes:

  • Tranquil Isle Relaxing Body & Massage Oil (100ml)

  • Tranquil Isle Relaxing Bath & Shower Oil (100ml)

  • Tranquil Isle Relaxing Body Polish (200ml)

  • Tranquil Isle Relaxing Body Soufflé (200ml)

  • Clementine Calamity Relaxing Wellness Tea

L’or de Seraphine Aglow Candle ($36)

L’or de Seraphine’s holiday candle collection features three exciting scents (Garland, Aglow, and Poinsettia) that are Infused with essential oils and presented in reusable ceramic containers designed with the patterns and color palettes of internationally awarded design houses. This holiday collection was inspired by the coziest seasonal moments that bring joy and nostalgia. L’or de Seraphine's new fragrance showcases a variety of captivating scents:

  • Garland: This scent is like cozying up by the fireplace watching the flames dance and crackle as it slowly warms the grandiose pine garland above and fills the room. Has notes of pine, cade, cypress, clove, amber, and patchouli.

  • Aglow: Aglow brings the excitement of the season with notes of frosted pine needles, cypress, eucalyptus, and cedarwood that waft through the air like freshly fallen snowflakes.

  • Poinsettia: Poinsettia ignites memories of laughter and cheer, infusing the air with a beautiful blend of orange bitters, nectarine, saffron, and pine that evoke the spirit of holiday soirees.

 Mānuka Health Holiday Gift Set ($99)

Discover Mānuka Health this holiday season! Taste the extraordinary Mānuka Health difference, and treat yourself and your loved ones to a collection of pure and potent honey. The Mānuka Health Holiday Gift Set features ultra-high potency MGO 850+ Mānuka honey and MGO 400+Mānuka honey to keep you at your best. Each gift set also includes a sustainable wooden spoon to enjoy your honey!

Maria Nila True Soft Beauty Box ($59)

For the holidays, Maria Nila has released six stunning and limited-edition beauty boxes. The True Soft Beauty Box contains Shampoo, Conditioner, and Booster Masque with argan oil—the perfect routine to add shine and softness to dry hair. Made from recycled materials, the Beauty Box has a colorful and sleek design created to be reused to store your essentials. Maria Nila donates 5% of all proceeds from Beauty Boxes to its charity program, The Friendly Year. Discover and shop the brand’s other beauty boxes here.

Medik8 Crystal Retinal Age-Defy Duo ($103)

This duo comes in a beautifully designed, FSC certified gift box and offers profound results with Medik8's clinically-proven retinal power pairing. Award-winning Crystal Retinal 6 works tirelessly overnight to visibly firm, brighten, and smooth the skin. Meanwhile, Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 is expertly optimized to tackle the appearance of crow's feet, fine lines, and puffiness around the eye area. Discover and shop their other holiday gift sets here.

Moroccanoil Color Care Gift Set ($68)

Experience four argan oil-infused best sellers with the limited-edition Luminous Wonders: Color Care holiday gift set. Each set comes in a complimentary cosmetic bag and includes a free full-sized Hand Cream. Set Includes:

  • Color Care Shampoo Full Size: A pH-balanced, sulfate-free shampoo for color-treated hair. ArganID™ technology helps repair and seal the cuticle to lock in color.

  • Color Care Conditioner Full Size: An ultra-moisturizing conditioner to help lock in color and protect color-treated hair.

  • Hand Cream Fragrance Originale Full Size: A fast-absorbing moisturizer formulated with hyaluronic acid and argan oil to leave skin silky-soft. Fragranced with the signature Moroccanoil scent, a blend of spicy amber and sweet floral notes.

  • Moroccanoil Treatment Travel Size: An award-winning, argan oil-infused hair treatment that detangles, fights frizz, conditions, boosts shine, and more.

Natura Bissé Ultimate Rejuvenating Set—Rich ($395)

Experience the power of the Diamond collection like never before this holiday season. Elevate your skincare routine or gifting game with the brand’s iconic trio featuring the energizing Diamond Extreme Cream – Rich and complimentary gifts: the revolutionary Diamond Glyco Extreme Peel and lifting Diamond Extreme Eye cream. Discover and shop their other holiday gift set here.

Naturopathica Sweet Relief Set ($55)

Give a double dose of soothing botanicals for muscle aches and tight joints, including Sweet Birch—also called "nature's aspirin"—and anti-inflammatory Arnica, delivered as a soothing bath soak and a targeted topical gel. Set includes full-size Sweet Birch & Magnesium Bath Flakes and a full-size Alpine Arnica & Magnesium Gel.

NEST New York Holiday Collection ($20-$290)

For the holiday season, NEST New York is offering several fun and festive scents in its signature candles of different sizes and diffusers that will enhance any space. Scents include:

  • Amber & Incense: Rich notes of crisp black amber, frankincense, and aromatic cedar offer an exotic take on ancient traditions.

  • Birchwood Pine: The aroma of a majestic winter forest is created by blending white pine, fir balsam, and birchwood over a base of rich musk and amber. 

  • Blue Cypress & Snow: The aroma of a snow-covered mountain retreat in winter is created by combining crisp blue cypress, juniper berry, and hints of smoked vanilla bean. 

  • Crystallized Ginger & Vanilla: Heartwarming notes of crystallized ginger, cinnamon, and vanilla bean create an irresistible gourmand fragrance that captures the rich aromas reminiscent of the holiday season. 

  • Hearth: The aroma of a warm crackling fireplace is created by combining rich oud wood with frankincense and hints of smoky embers. 

  • Holiday: The quintessential aroma of the season is created by blending pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves, and cinnamon with a hint of vanilla and amber. 

NEST New York is also partnering with the Fifth Avenue Association to scent the iconic stretch of Fifth Avenue (46th to 61st streets) for the holiday season. This activation is the first of its kind for the brand and for Fifth Avenue—an exciting moment for NEST New York and their wildly popular holiday collection.

Starting Nov. 20, NEST’s Holiday scent will be dispersed through 50 tree displays lining Fifth Avenue, providing an elevated experience for the approximately 10 million guests that walk the famous 15 blocks that include St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Bergdorf Goodman, and Central Park, to name a few.

Obagi’s Greatest Hits Skincare Set ($356)

This set features Obagi’s most coveted skincare items. Build your best daily routine with popular products including concentrated Professional-C® Serum 20%, firming ELASTIderm®Eye Cream, moisturizing Obagi Hydrate®, and lash-building Obagi Nu-Cil™ Eyelash Enhancing Serum. Discover and shop their other gift sets here.

Odacite Smooth & Sooth Duo ($65)

Give the gift of silky smooth skin day with this stunning gift set, which includes two of the brand’s top-selling products:

  • Jojoba Pearls Daily Hydra-Exfoliant: Reveal visibly smoother, more radiant, and refined skin in 30 seconds. Formulated in a hydrating cream base, the revolutionary Proprietary Exfoliating Complex givesthat fresh, clean, just-exfoliated feelingwhile respecting the delicate skin barrier.

  • le Blue Balm Repair Balm: A deeply regenerative multipurpose balm that envelops the skin in magical, soothing moisture to nourish and calm mature, dry, inflamed, or fragile skin.

OLEHENRIKSEN Hygge Hotel Body Care Duo ($14.50)

Inspired by the brand’s rich Scandinavian heritage, this luxurious two-piece set features body care essentials including an ultra-nourishing hand cream and firming dry body oil that hydrate, soften, smooth, and strengthen skin from head to toe. Check out OLEHENRIKSEN’s other holiday gift sets here.

Oribe Signature Style Set ($72)

The elements of Oribe style. Signature Shampoo and Conditioner gently cleanse, soften, and protect. Dry Texturizing Spray builds in volume and sultry next-day texture while absorbing oil at the roots to lengthen the life of your style. Designed for gifting (and collecting) in a limited-edition box featuring original artwork by Louis Barthélemy (valued at $80).

ORLY ‘Twas the Night Collection ($63)

This magical collection features six gorgeous lacquers from ORLY’s Holiday 2023 collection. It includes:

  • Spark: A copper shatter to light up the night, this metallic confetti makes your winter feel bright.

  • Sugarplum Soirée: A shimmering wine-red straight from a dream, this candy-like shade sparkles and gleams.

  • Regal Pine: When the snow and the ice wipe the world clean, this rich dark green créme remains evergreen.

  • Velvet Ribbon: Pluck up your style with a bold and deep red, you’ll love this lush creme and the joy that it spreads.

  • Cozy Night: Curl up inside and keep warm with a book, this rich dark teal creme will spruce up your look.

  • Snow Angel: An icy pastel blue in a créme soft as snow, Snow Angel stays cool wherever you go.

OSEA Malibu Super Glow Body Set ($88)

We can’t get enough of OSEA’s stunning holiday gift sets, which offer everything you need for great skin every day. The Super Glow Body Set is a limited-edition trio that features the brand’s bestselling, ultra-smoothing essentials to exfoliate, hydrate, and nourish. It includes Undaria Algae Body Oil, Undaria Cleansing Body Polish, and Undaria Algae Body Butter. Discover and shop OSEA’s other holiday gift sets here.

Phlur Wild Balsam Scented Candle ($45)

Phlur’s fan favorite holiday candle scent Wild Balsam is back, along with the brand’s newest holiday candle—Currant Crush. Offering 70 hours of burn time, their candles make the perfect addition to any space.

  • Wild Balsam: A modern take on the quintessential winter fragrance. Slumbering evergreens frosted with sparkling snow create a crisp and pristine winter landscape inspiring years of cherished memories. Bright bergamot, fresh crushed pine needles, and snapped balsam branches mingle with cool juniper, spicy amber and rich cedarwood.

  • Currant Crush: Rich and decadent, yet perfectly tart, Currant Crush transports you to unforgettable bliss. Juicy fruit notes of sparkling red currant, ripened cassis, and fresh rhubarb combine with a lingering bouquet of rose petals and peony.

Pili Ani Chosen Harvest Set ($116)

This season, craft abundance with Pili Ani. Give the gift of something new for the 12 Days of Christmas with the Chosen Harvest Set that supports the livelihood of the Pili Tree farmers in the Philippines’ Bicol region. With nourishing, firming, anti-aging and hydrating Pili and Elemi oils, the set includes:

  • Pili Ani Gentle Facial Cleanser 20ml

  • Pili Ani Purifying Toner 20ml

  • Pili Ani Hydrating Mist 20ml

  • Pili Ani Ageless Concentrate 3ml

  • Pili Ani Self-care Night Recovery Oil 3ml

  • Pili Ani Moisturizing Mint Pili Lip Butter 3.5g

  • Pili Ani Moisturizing Tinted Pili Lip Butter Barely There 3.5g

  • Pili Ani Pure Essential Oil Blends Set 1.5ml

  • Pili Ani Natural Radiance Facial Moisturizer Cream 20g

  • Amethyst Roller w/ Logo - Small

  • Pili Ani SYL candles 130g with dried flowers

  • Pili Ani Pouch w/ metal plate

Pixi Dream-y Trio ($38)

Unwind with this relaxing collection full of calming and soothing Skintreats. Kit contains:

  • Dream-yEYE: Calming and replenishing hydrogel patches help the under-eyes feel hydrated, soothed and restored. Use at night to wake up with eyes looking rested and refreshed.

  • Dream-y Mist: A multi-use, deep sleep-enhancing elixir packed full of natural aromatics, which are renowned for their soothing and relaxing qualities.

  • Glow-y Lip Oil: Comforting lip oil that locks in moisture and adds a natural sheen. Formulated with a blend of nourishing botanicals to smooth lips with a deliciously dewy finish.

Plexus Rich Moisture Body Duo ($80)

This two-step body care set encourages youthful-looking skin, while deeply moisturizing and strengthening barrier integrity to keep it healthy and radiant. Featuring the Plexus Calming Body Crème with nourishing hyaluronic acid and ceramides, and the Plexus Body Oil that’s infused with vitamin E and chamomile, the Rich Moisture Body Duo delivers much-needed body benefits to add to any beauty routine! Comes beautifully wrapped and ready to gift!

Provence Beauty Magique Morning AM Minis Skincare Set ($17.49)

Cleanse, visibly brighten, and moisturize skin with Magique Morning AM Minis Skincare Set from Provence Beauty. This curated kit features must-haves for your morning routine and a collectible souvenir from My Name Is Wendy, a French design duo whose art adorns the reusable tin!

R+Co Deep Dive Hydration Kit ($98)

Take the plunge with the Hydrate and Restore Kit! Includes Atlantis Moisturizing B5 Shampoo and Conditioner, plus High Dive Moisture and Shine Crème. This super-hydrating routine moisturizes, softens, and drowns out frizz to bring dry and tired hair back to life. Also includes Skyline Dry Shampoo Powder—exactly what you need to get your hair feeling fresh and elevated. Comes in a beautiful metallic pouch.

Raising Cane’s Rockefeller Tree Cane Plush ($9.99)

From Nov. 20 through Dec. 31, Raising Cane’s will sell limited-edition Plush Puppies inspired by iconic holiday landmarks in New York City, including the tree at Rockefeller Center and the New Years Ball Drop at Times Square. This year’s designs were influenced by the brand’s entry into The Big Apple, where it opened the doors to its World Flagship Restaurant in Times Square in June, followed by Restaurant openings in Astor Place and Brooklyn.

Over her fur, Cane rocks a Balsam fir-inspired tree cloak with a sparkle motif and matching hat, topped off by a silver Raising Cane’s tree-topper. Countdown Cane is inspired by the Times Square Ball, which sits proudly at One Times Square and has symbolized the final seconds of the year at-hand and celebration of the new year ahead since 1907.

Proceeds from online purchases will go to Canine Companions, a national organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained service dogs at no charge to the recipient. The dolls are also available in oversized versions.

Reuzel Clean & Fresh Bundle ($36.43)

The perfect gift for the man in your life, this bundle includes all his beard grooming essentials: shave butter, beard foam, and beard balm, all in Reuzel’s new Clean & Fresh scent. Includes:

  • Clean & Fresh Shave Butter

  • Clean & Fresh Beard Foam

  • Clean & Fresh Beard Balm 

RéVive Skincare The New Renewal Collection ($195)

Discover all the star power skin needs with a dynamic duo of revitalizing and hydrating formulas to address the first signs of aging and renew skin. Moisturizing Renewal Day Cream SPF 30, the daytime version of the brand’s most iconic treatment, and Moisturizing Renewal Cream Nightly Retexturizer (15ml/0.5oz) help skin begin anew daily. Comes in a beautiful gift box ($260 value).

Solo Re:serve Check-in Spinner ($199.99)

The Re:serve Expandable Check-In Spinner offers roomy and stylish non-stop performance for travelers who like to extend their journey. As your journey expands, so does your luggage. Made from recycled household appliances and automobile parts, it glides with 360° spinner wheels that are easy to navigate on any surface. Sustainable inside and out, it’s designed so that when you are not busy traveling, your Re:serve Expandable Carry-on nests inside for a space-saving solution.

Summer Fridays The Mini Lip Butter Balm Set ($25)

The brand’s silky, 100% vegan lip balm minis hydrate and soothe parched lips in seconds. This limited-edition set includes mini versions of award-winning Vanilla, Vanilla Beige, Brown Sugar and Poppy shades. Vanilla Beige adds a sheer beige tint; Brown Sugar imparts a touch of brown color; Poppy adds a flush of coral; and Vanilla is a clear balm, ideal over or under lipstick, or as a nourishing overnight mask.

Thrive Natural Care Getaway Gift Kit ($52.95)

This trio of best-sellers includes a full-size Face Wash, Energy Scrub, and Daily Defense Sunscreen Balm presented in a stunning gift box. The Face Wash provides an effective, gentle cleanse; the Energy Scrub removes dirt, oil, sweat, and sunscreen, leaving skin soft and radiant; and Thrive’s Daily Defense Sunscreen Balm SPF 30 delivers a safe, chemical-free, non-nano zinc oxide in a mineral sunscreen that shields skin from harmful UV rays. Check out their other gift sets here.

Tocca Wonders Collection Mini Perfume Deluxe Set ($52)

Give the gift of perfume with this wondrous collection of Tocca's six most beloved eau de parfums, each with her own unique character. Inspired by cathedral windows, this whimsical box can be reused as a keepsake. Set includes Florence, Cleopatra, Stella, Giulietta, Colette, and Lucia mini perfume bottles. Discover and shop Tocca’s other gift sets here.

TONYMOLY Head to Toe Superstars 5-Piece Mask Set ($15)

Treat yourself or a loved one to five of the brand’s favorite sheet masks with this limited-edition holiday set! Includes a selection of bestselling masks for the face, hands, and feet so you can revive, replenish, and hydrate tired skin from head to toe. Discover and shop TONYMOLY’s other holiday offerings here. Set includes:

  • I’m Red Wine Sheet Mask: Red wine extract reduces the appearance of enlarged pores while tightening and purifying skin.

  • I'm Avocado Sheet Mask: Avocado extract with micro emulsion-based essence nourishes skin and revitalizes complexion.

  • I'm Honey Sheet Mask: Honey-infused water-type essence provides hydration and nourishment for glowing skin.

  • Limited Edition I'm Lovely Ginger Snap Hand Mask: Infused with ginger extract and shea butter to soothe irritation and hydrate skin.

  • Limited Edition I'm Lovely Candy Cane Foot Mask: Infused with peppermint, licorice root extract, and magnolia berry fruit extract to promote healthy skin and heal dryness.

Tubby Todd Holiday 2023 Collection ($17-$82)

This collection marks the return of customer-favorite limited-edition scents featuring: 

A Very Tubby Christmas Collection in Cranberry Mandarin

  • Hair + Body Wash and Everyday Lotion Bundle in 25oz, $82

  • Hair + Body Wash in 25oz, $46

  • Everyday Lotion in 25oz, $46

Tubby Winter Collection in Apricot + Vanilla

  • Tubby Winter Giftset in a Limited-Edition Blue Gifting Box, $55

  • Everyday Lotion in 8.5oz, $17

  • Bubble Bath in 8.5oz, $17

UMA Pure Calm Gifting Set ($275)

Experience true tranquility with the Pure Calm Gifting Set. This meticulously curated collection offers your loved ones a serene experience like no other. Immerse them in inner calm and outer radiance with UMA’s exquisite Pure Calm oils and candle set. It includes:

  • UMA Pure Calm Wellness Candle

  • UMA Pure Calm Wellness Oil

  • UMA Pure Calm Wellness Incense

  • UMA Pure Calm Wellness Body Oil

  • UMA Pure Calm Wellness Bath Oil

VOESH New York Seaside Serenity Fragrance Set ($79)

This 3-piece fragrance set will transport you to the calming shores of a coastal paradise. The fragrances exude a vibrant, fresh aquatic aroma with sweet citrus, clean, and floral notes. Formulated with 100% vegan and natural plant-derived ingredients, the fragrances captivate your senses and are free from harmful elements such as parabens, phthalates, and artificial dyes.

YENSA Luxe Lip Oil & Vibrant Silk Lipstick Holiday Box ($275)

This gorgeous gift set has everything you need to achieve the perfect pout. It includes eight Luxe Lip Oils and five Vibrant Silk Lipsticks. Vitamin E oil protects against signs of aging, and avocado seed oil protects against damage. Long-lasting color, helps minimize the appearance of fine lines. The moisturizing, comfortable formulas offer high pigmentation with just one swipe.

Zodica Perfumery Zodiac Perfume Palette ($96)

This 12-piece luxury fragrance layering kit features a collection of aromas from light notes to dark, honoring each zodiac sign’s vibe. This gamified gift set is an ideal experience to share with friends, family, and coworkers. It includes:

  • 12 mini zodiac perfume sprays (a year's worth of perfume!)

  • 12 scent strips

  • Scent wheel

  • Access to a free birth chart

  • Expanded digital blend guide with six recipes based on one’s natal birth chart

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Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk