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
That Pixi Skincare set is gorgeous!! I need it so bad. Gorgeous post; I loved it!
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Thank you Mollie! I love Pixi skincare! xx
DeleteLove the look of the Pixi set!
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It's amazing! Xx
DeleteI got that same Pixi gift set and put it in my gift guide too, it's crazy good value! I'd been wanting to try Pixi skincare for a while and now I'm completely hooked. Would be such a good gift! x
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It's amazing! Such good value too! Xx
DeleteOmigosh these are such great products! Wish I will get some for Christmas! =)
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DeleteI really want the Anastasia BV Glow Kit for Christmas! And I love the Pixi skincare set!
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DeleteGreat guide! I lovee those Smashbox lipsticks, I'd be happy to get/give them for Christmas :)
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They are lovely aren't they! Xx
DeleteDon't worry Danielle, I'm so late with Christmas shopping and planning myself! The Emma Hardie Amazing Face Starter Kit looks SO good! I can't believe I haven't tried anything from the brand yet. So I'd like to actually get that for myself haha. It's funny I actually 'tried' to do some Christmas shopping today and was looking for the Pixi Gift of Glow set. Obviously now reading your post I know why I couldnt find it anywhere! I'm so annoyed that I didn't get it earlier now, especially seeing it had full size products!!xx
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I actually saw someone post about it in Instagram and that's the only reason I knew about it! They kept quiet about it! Xx
DeleteSuch a handy and great list of ideas
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Deletegreat picks! thanks for sharing! Perfect timing :)
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DeleteI'd absolutely love the Smashbox blush palette, it's so pretty and is actually very affordable when you think about it. So many great products, I wish my family read something like this haha.
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I think so too! Haha I'm sure they will pick well! Xx
Deletethe smashbox kits are always a good idea! they look so good this year!
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They were amazing! Xx
DeleteWhat an absolutely amazing deal for those Pixi products!
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I was so impressed! Can never have too many back ups 🙊Xx
DeleteThat pixi set is such good value! I love their skincare too :)
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Crazy good value! Xx
DeleteThese are really great ideas. I love sets a lot. The Pixi set looks nice.
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Me too! Thanks Simera xx
DeleteGreat picks!! And that Pixi set looks so cute, wish my secret Santa is reading:D
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Hehe I hope they did too! Xx
DeleteLove your blog! Defintely got me wanting some of these products.
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Thank you Kate! Xx
DeleteGreat picks! I'd be very happy to find any of them under the tree on Sunday! xx
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Got to love a gift set! Xx
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DeleteThese gift ideas sound wonderful. x
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DeleteI bought the Emma Hardie started Kit and its absolutely amazing!
ReplyDeleteAny skincare fan would love it!
Great selection!
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Their cleansing balm is amazing! Xx
DeleteThe Smashbox palette looks so nice, so many great picks here. Wish I had seen that EH set earlier, thanks for sharing. Lovely post x
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Thank you Kiran! Xx
DeleteI've seen the pixi sets in M&S and I'm always tempted to pick them up!
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Do it! Their skincare is amazing! Xx
DeleteThe Pixi set looks great value such a shame its out of stock! x
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I know! Hopefully they bring it back! Xx
DeleteOUAI is definitely a brand that I will be exploring next year and another haircare brand that I plan to try is Living Proof. Great suggestions, Danielle and wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
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Hope you had a lovely Christmas Shireen and Happy New Year! Xx
DeleteI love the Charlotte Tilbury lipsticks, I have been buying them for all my cousins and nieces because I know they will love them!
ReplyDeleteDanielle xx
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Such a brilliant present! Xx
DeleteI love all of your picks! Really tempted to pick up one of those Pixi sets! x
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Thank you! Definitely do! Xx
DeleteThe Pixi and Emma Hardie sets look so good! I really like the look of the Ouai set too - I haven't tried any of their products but it'd be a great introduction to the brand :)
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It definitely would and it's more affordable too :) xx
DeleteGreat ideas and love the look of that Pixie and Ouai set. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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Hope you had a lovely Christmas Ann-Marie and Happy New Year! Xx
Deletelove the look of those smash box lipsticks :) xxx
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