Finding gifts that really impress the people we value most is never easy, and oftentimes we find ourselves sacrificing luxury for practicality no matter how much we want to spoil our loved ones. But, when it comes to beauty and wellness gifts, convenience and style can, in fact, go hand-in-hand. Luckily, if you’re in the market for beauty-related gifts that exude quiet luxury and up-to-date trends while still being practical, our senior editor-at-large, Sarah Eggenberger took to the TODAY Show to share six of the trendiest products to gift this holiday season.
6 Trending Beauty Gifts That Are Sure to Impress
The 1821 Book of Good Grooming Gift Set Volume 2 ($49)
Let’s be honest—the men in our life can sometimes be difficult to shop for, but you can never go wrong with a grooming kit, especially one that comes in such iconic packaging. Paying homage to the Prohibition-era trend of stashing booze or valuables away in one’s library, this kit is disguised as a book, but includes a 3-in-1 Wash and Grit Bar scented in mahogany.
TOCCA Luxury Fragrance Wardrobe ($68)
Fragrance can be a tricky thing to gift, but with nine classic vial perfumes packed inside a beautiful floral case, any recipient is sure to find a new favorite scent. The 4.5 mL vials inside this elegant gift box are perfect for travel or on-the-go use, making the set not only whimsical but practical, too.
Cleverfy Shower Steamers ($17)
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we could all use a spa treatment (or two, or three), but we don’t always have the time. Luckily, Cleverfy’s Shower Steamers make taking your regular shower a sensorial, relaxing experience as they fizzle on the side of the shower and provide therapeutic fragrances like vanilla, lavender, and grapefruit. Infused with real flower petals, they even offer a spa-like presentation, transforming your shower time into a self-care experience.
Sol De Janeiro Biggie Biggie Brazilian Bum Bum Cream ($85)
If TIME Magazine had an award for product of the year, there’s a good chance that Sol De Janeiro’s hero product—the Brazilian Bum Bum Cream—would be posing next to T-Swift. This delectable-smelling, skin-loving body cream has gone mega viral this year, and if you’re anything like me, you run through this product like it’s candy, which is why the Biggie Biggie rendition—more than double the size of the traditional package—is the perfect gift for maintaining supple skin for months on end.
Free People Cozy Petite Bow ($14) and Lady Bow ($16)
What started as a fashion week trend has turned into a full on resurgence, so it’s safe to say that bows are all the rage right now. What was once a childlike staple, bows have quickly turned into a chic, stylish fashion statement for all ages, whether they’re on your sweater or in your hair. There’s nothing like giving the gift of stylish accessories, and these Free People bows are the perfect, understated way to take on this trend for the holiday season.
LOOPS Variety Loop Mask ($30)
There’s no better way to initiate a self-care day then with a sheet mask, and LOOPS’ Variety Loop Mask—five individually wrapped sheet masks packed neatly in a colorful carrying case—is the perfect companion for beauty lovers who find themselves opting for some “me” time on the go. Made with clean, proven ingredients delivered to your skin by Loops’ high-tech hydrogel mask, these skin-loving sheet masks provide an array of benefits from brightening and smoothing to clarifying and hydrating.