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Last-minute Christmas gifts

Last-minute Christmas gifts
Penny Lafferty
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Last Updated: 18/12/23

On a mad dash for last-minute Christmas gifts? Keep your festive season as stress-free as possible and make your eleventh-hour shopping that little bit easier, with our round-up of the best last-minute present ideas. Discover brands and gifts they’re sure to love with our edit of must-have beauty buys…

The best beauty gifts, available last-minute

L'Oréal Paris Elvive Bond Repair Full Routine Bundle for Damaged Hair

What's better than the gift of hair that looks and feels stronger? This four piece repair bundle is specially formulated for damaged hair types and is enriched with citric acid, designed to minimise the risk of breakage while encouraging a healthy shine to your locks.

Armani Exclusive My Way Eau de Parfum 50ml Gift Set

Featuring the finest natural ingredients, this exclusive Armani fragrance set is powered by elegant notes of vanilla, tuberose and orange blossom for the ultimate olfactive experience. The gift set is home to the brand’s iconic My Way Eau de Parfum, plus a matching shower gel and body lotion to keep them smelling floral-fresh from top to toe.

Urban Decay All Nighter Travel Set

Make your makeup last for longer with Urban Decay’s setting spray duo, featuring two travel-sized formulas to set and perfect your look at-home or on-the-go. Includes both the Original and Vitamin C Setting Spray so you can switch-up your spritz, depending on your skin’s needs.

Yves Saint Laurent Lash Clash Mascara

Boasting an innovative oil-in-water wax formula, this game-changing mascara builds instant drama and volume. The patent-pending double conical brush coats every lash with high-impact pigment, featuring iris florentina extract to condition and smudge-resistant boosters to support a long-wear finish for up to 24-hours.

Urban Decay Moondust Space Cowboy

This long-lasting, vegan eyeshadow was truly made for party season, designed to cast an irresistible glimmer across the lids. The formula is infused with caffeine to support up to 16-hour wear, while the show-stopping, sparkly pigment can be built up or down to your preferred taste. Whether you prefer subtle shimmer or all-out glamour, the choice is yours!

YSL MYSLF Eau de Parfum

An expression of modern masculinity, YSL MYSLF Eau de Parfum is the scent he never knew he needed – but now won’t be without. The fragrance for him pairs notes of bergamot accord, earthy woods and seductive Ambrofix™ to help embrace his multifaceted, unique nuances, creating a sensual signature he’s sure to love this Christmas.

Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate

Rejuvenate their complexion with this anti-ageing overnight serum by Kiehl’s, designed to support the skin’s natural recovery process while they sleep. The formula helps to minimise signs of skin damage while improving the look of texture and softening the appearance of fine lines, allowing them to wake to a well-rested, radiant-looking complexion come Christmas morning.

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat Gift Set 78g

Celebrate the YSL way with this exclusive makeup gift set, designed to instantly upgrade their beauty collection. The set stars the brand’s iconic Touch Eclat illuminating pen, infused with light-diffusing technology to add radiance to the skin, plus the coveted Rouge Pur Couture Nu Muse lipstick for a festive lip look perfect for the season.

Prada Paradoxe Intense Eau de Parfum

Paradoxe Intense Eau de Parfum is a fiercely feminine, floral-amber fragrance that’s perfect for multi-faceted personalities. Bringing the perfect under-the-tree treat to their Christmas morning, the scent entwines a blend of amber, jasmine and moss for a contrasting, enigmatic finish they’re sure to remember for many Decembers to come.

Lancôme La Vie est Belle Eau de Parfum 50ml Gift Set

Treat them to an exquisite fragrance gift this year with Lancôme’s La Vie est Belle set. Featuring the must-have La Vie est Belle Eau de Parfum and matching body lotion, this gift set deserves a prime spot on everyone’s wishlist, enriched with sparkling notes of pear, blackberry and patchouli. Complete with a mini Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate to restore a bright, youthful-looking complexion.

Valentino Born in Roma Donna 100ml Eau de Parfum

A floriental blend to excite their senses, this Valentino fragrance was made for the contemporary woman. Blending notes of vanilla bourbon, jasmine and bergamot essence, the perfume includes notes of sambac jasmine absolute, jasmine grandiflorum and jasmine tea.

Valentino Born in Roma Uoma Eau de Toilette for Him

Restore sophistication and adventure to his fragrance collection with Valentino’s Born in Roma Uoma, a masculine scent for him. The Eau de Toilette features timeless notes of violet leaves, fiery ginger and peppermint, grounded by a base of clary sage for an interesting yet contemporary finish that’s sure to turn heads.

Moroccanoil Luminous Wonders Repair Gift Set

Nourish their hair and hands this winter with a quartet of beauty icons from Morrocanoil. Powered by the brand's signature argan oil and keratin protein blend, the replenishing haircare gift set features the Original Treatment alongside the Moisture Repair Shampoo & Conditioner, plus a matching hand cream for the ultimate self-care experience.

Neom Perfect Night's Sleep Pillow Mist 30ml

Give them the gift of a great night's sleep, with the NEOM pillow mist. Designed to calm the mind, the light but powerful formula is a mix of fourteen relaxing essential oils, including lavender, sweet basil and jasmine to help relax and prepare the body for sleep. Not only is it the perfect stocking filler, it also helps to keep your bedding smelling fresh!

Sol De Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist 90ml

Infused with the viral fragrance of the iconic Bum Bum cream, the Sol De Janeiro Cheirose 62 Perfume Mist is a sweet and warming aroma that transports you to the sunny Brazilian coast. This 90ml bottle is the ideal size to fit in your handbag and spritz in your hair or skin throughout the day.

MAC Merry Must-Haves Kit

If you're looking for the perfect beauty gift - look no further. A five-piece makeup and skincare set that's ideal for beginnings and experts alike. Featuring the popular MACstack mascara, eyeshadow in shade 'Mythology', lipstick in shade 'Business Casual' and two skincare heroes including a full size bottle of the iconic Fix+ setting spray!

Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Day Cream 

Add a touch of luxury to your gift giving this year, with Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Day Cream. The innovative formula, enriched with Benibana flower, gives a plumper appearance to the skin and works to create a firmer, younger looking visage. The SPF30 means it's ideal to use daily, helping to create a protective barrier to leave looking more hydrated and toned.

Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder 

A sure winner for every beauty lover, the fan favourite Laura Mercier Translucent Powder has a place in everyone's makeup bag. Enriched with vitamins C and E, it adds a touch of sheer coverage to promote a flawless matte skin finish. What's more, the no-flashback formula creates a soft-focus effect making it perfect for photos.

KVD Beauty Tattoo Liner and Tattoo Pencil Duo

For the one who loves a dramatic eye look, the KVD Tattoo Duo is the perfect stocking filler. With a bold pigment and super easy application, these award winning products deliver waterproof, transfer proof definition that lasts all day.

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