It’s nearly Christmas, woohoo! I for one am counting down the days to
getting off work and relaxing for a couple of weeks! I thought I’d put together
a quick gift guide today for anyone who still has some last minute shopping or
ordering to do! Heads up though – I’m a little last minute too so some of these
sets are out of stock but there are a lot similar available!
Makeup
I've got a whole review on these two limited edition sets here but in
short, I absolutely love them and they are perfect for anyone looking to start
or expand their makeup collection! Both sets are beautiful quality and contain
enough shades for everyone to do their makeup for the next year! I have to say
I particularly love the blush palette and have been neglecting my other blushes
since I got it and while I love the lipstick set too there are other longer
lasting lipsticks on the market but for such a wide range of shades (doubled
with the mattifier!) it’s a great price!
I think a luxe lipstick is a perfect Christmas gift – it’s not
something you buy yourself every day and it’s that bit more special when you
use it! This is my second CT lipstick and I absolutely love the K.I.S.S.I.N.G.
formula! There are so many shades to choose from and I can’t imagine anyone who
wouldn’t be happy to see one of these under the tree! Unlike the Smashbox
lipsticks, these are super long lasting!
Skincare
I picked this up for my mum for Christmas from Cult Beauty but Emma
Hardie is available in loads of stores now! My mum loves this cleanser but uses
it sparingly as it’s expensive so I thought I’d get her this set so she can try
the face cream too! I've also noticed they have changed the lid to a sturdier
one now – I always used to split the old plastic one so I’m glad to see this!
I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw this set on Marks & Spencer a
few weeks ago and still can’t believe it was only £30! It is ridiculously good
value for some cult Pixi favourites! I absolutely love the Glow Tonic and Glow
Mud Cleanser already so I am glad to have backups. I have also been meaning to
try the Rose Oil Blend for ages and so far so good, it’s a lot lighter than
something like the Trilogy Rosehip oil but is lovely all the same! I haven’t tried
the wipes yet and I don’t use wipes that often anyway but do like to have some to
hand so they will come in useful!
This would make an amazing starter set for someone looking to get into
skincare but because I am so unorganised it’s out of stock L Pixi have a few other sets on Cult Beauty and Marks and Spencer but I also think any of their single items would be a gorgeous present as
the products are such high quality and so effective!
Haircare
I fell in love with the OUAI haircare range earlier this year when I
was sent the repair range as well as some styling products and as I’m nearly
out of the shampoo I though I would treat myself to one of these holiday kits. Never
did I think I would be so “into” a haircare range but I am completely in love
with OUAI and its scent! They do these sets in a few different styles so as well
as Volume there is Repair and Curl but be quick as most are out of stock (sorry)!
OUAI is available from Cult Beauty, Space NK, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges
as well as others!
Stocking Fillers
I've never tried this brand myself before but I've read good reviews
and picked up a couple of these sets in the Black Friday sales from Look
Fantastic for a few of my aunts. It contains a good size hand cream and lip
balm and I think it’s a lovely little treat for someone and I know I always
like to have both of these types of products in my handbag so think they make a
nice little gift or stocking filler!
So there we have the world’s worst gift guide where almost everything is
out of stock! None the less, if you do still have some gifts to get I hope you
got some inspiration! I hope you all have a lovely Christmas and I'll be back with another post on Boxing Day!
What have you got on your Christmas list this year?
Danielle xx
