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45 Best Beauty Gifts For Makeup, Skincare, And Haircare Lovers In 2023

There's something for everyone.

By Women's Health Editors
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The options are practically endless when it comes to the best beauty gifts for your bestie, aunt, or sister. Whether they're just trying to develop a serious skincare routine or they're a full-on beauty guru who does your hair and makeup before every important date, beauty gifts are foolproof, affordable presents anyone will appreciate, love, and actually use.

But, with so many options to choose from, it’s too easy to spend a whole day browsing Sephora, Ulta, Amazon and all of your favorite influencer’s tagged products. Our advice: Figure out what they like to do most, whether that's spending a day at the spa, trying out new hairstyles, or experimenting with makeup in front of their ring light.

From little stocking stuffers of new product launches to splurge-worthy sets, these are the beauty gifts any makeup, skincare, or haircare lover will obsess over

1
Best For The Person Who Loves All Things Silk

SLIP Slip Silk Queen Pillowcase

Slip Silk Queen Pillowcase
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Best For The Person Who Loves All Things Silk

SLIP Slip Silk Queen Pillowcase

$88 at Amazon$89 at Walmart$89 at Nordstrom

Save your friend from pillow creases and ensure her hair always looks amazing upon waking with this cult-favorite silk pillowcase from Slip.

2
Best Stocking Stuffer

Wet Brush Wet Brush Original Detangler Hair Brush

Wet Brush Original Detangler Hair Brush
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Best Stocking Stuffer

Wet Brush Wet Brush Original Detangler Hair Brush

Now 27% Off

A great stocking stuffer, the Wet Brush will help the recipient fight tangles without tears or giant snarls.

3
Best Hair Straightener

ghd Platinum+ Styler 1" Flat Iron

Platinum+ Styler 1" Flat Iron
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Best Hair Straightener

ghd Platinum+ Styler 1" Flat Iron

This hair straightener has nearly 1,600 five-star reviews on Amazon for a reason. Reviewers say it's "worth every penny" and that results are "stunning and long-lasting."

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Best For The Glam Beauty Lover

LORYP 10-Piece Makeup Brush Set

10-Piece Makeup Brush Set
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Best For The Glam Beauty Lover

LORYP 10-Piece Makeup Brush Set

Now 17% Off
Pros
  • Fun aesthetic
  • Budget-friendly
Cons
  • No brush bag included

Makeup brushes don't get any better than these luxe crystal-encrusted ones. They blend foundations, eyeshadows, blushes, and more so your skin looks totally airbrush-perfect.

5
For The One With Amazing Eyebrows

Tweezerman Petite Tweeze Set

Tweezerman Petite Tweeze Set
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For The One With Amazing Eyebrows

Tweezerman Petite Tweeze Set

Now 21% Off
Pros
  • Includes case
  • Travel-friendly
Cons
  • Not super sharp

You just can't go wrong with this tweezer trio set. Whether your friend's brows are in constant need of touch-ups, they're always getting ingrowns, or they hate all other forms of hair removal, this tweeze set will last them super long. Plus, since these are mini, they can stash them basically anywhere.

6
Best For The Blowout Lover

Geyoga Three-Piece Shower Cap Set

Three-Piece Shower Cap Set
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Best For The Blowout Lover

Geyoga Three-Piece Shower Cap Set

Now 13% Off
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Pros
  • Fun patterns
  • Comes with three
Cons
  • Thin

Whoever gets one of these chic turban-like shower caps will be endlessly grateful you helped them save their hair another day. It doesn't let a drop of water in. This comes in a pack of three, so gift one to a few of your blowout-loving friends.

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Best For The Hair Obsessed

Olaplex Hair Repair Treatment Kit

Hair Repair Treatment Kit
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Best For The Hair Obsessed

Olaplex Hair Repair Treatment Kit

Your friend who's always moaning about her split ends will love this stacked hair repair treatment kit from Olaplex, the brand that's become known for repairing even the most damaged strands.

8

BAIMEI Jade Roller & Gua Sha

Jade Roller & Gua Sha
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BAIMEI Jade Roller & Gua Sha

Now 43% Off

Give the gift of a de-puffed face with this jade roller and gua sha set. Tell her to store it in the refrigerator to reap allll the benefits.

9
Best For The Red Light Lover

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro

DRx SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro
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Best For The Red Light Lover

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro

Yep, it's a splurge but this mask is FDA-approved and one of the best red light therapy tools recommended by experts. It both supports collagen production and helps treat acne.

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10

TRVL Design Luxe Train Cosmetic Case

Luxe Train Cosmetic Case
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TRVL Design Luxe Train Cosmetic Case

This chic travel cosmetics case made Oprah's 2022 list of favorite things so you know it's good. Peep all the compartments inside and you'll be sold.

11
Best For The Person With Tired Feet

Footnanny Footnanny Trio Set

Footnanny Trio Set
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Best For The Person With Tired Feet

Footnanny Footnanny Trio Set

This set includes lavender, peppermint, and tea tree foot creams, as well as a foot buffer and file and a pair of socks. What else could they need for a spa day at home?

12
Best For Your Waxing Buddy

Tria Beauty TRIA Beauty Laser Hair Removal Device

TRIA Beauty Laser Hair Removal Device
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Best For Your Waxing Buddy

Tria Beauty TRIA Beauty Laser Hair Removal Device

If your sister's always complaining about waxing her bikini line, legs, lips, etc., she'll love this FDA approved device that made Women's Health's list of the best at-home laser hair removal gadgets.

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13
Best For The Bath Lover

Dr Teal's Dr Teal's Lavender Epsom Salt & Foaming Bath Oil

Dr Teal's Lavender Epsom Salt & Foaming Bath Oil
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Best For The Bath Lover

Dr Teal's Dr Teal's Lavender Epsom Salt & Foaming Bath Oil

You'll be giving the ultimate relaxation gift with this set of lavender epsom salts and foaming bath oil from perennial favorite Dr. Teal's. Score one for yourself while you're at it, too.

14
Best Classic Scent

CHANEL No. 5

No. 5
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Best Classic Scent

CHANEL No. 5

Now 44% Off

If you're buying for someone with discerning taste, you can't go wrong with a bottle of classic Chanel No. 5.

15
For The At-Home Aesthetician

TATCHA The Starter Ritual Set

The Starter Ritual Set
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For The At-Home Aesthetician

TATCHA The Starter Ritual Set

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Pros
  • Wide range of products
  • Celebrity-backed
Cons
  • Expensive

Tatcha ranks high on our list of must-know brands for every skincare junkie. This gift set highlights some of the brand's most coveted products, such as the Rice Polish Foaming Enzyme Powder.

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16
Best For Jonathan Van Ness Fans

JVN Hair Deep Hydration Routine

Deep Hydration Routine
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Best For Jonathan Van Ness Fans

JVN Hair Deep Hydration Routine

Now 20% Off
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Pros
  • On sale
  • Hydrating products
Cons
  • Doesn't come with styling products

Jonathan Van Ness' hair care line is fully worth the hype, and this all-inclusive set features all of the line's hydrating products, including the brand's award-winning pre-wash scalp oil.

17
For The New Homeowner

Crate 61 Organics Vegan Cold Process Bar Soap Box Set

Vegan Cold Process Bar Soap Box Set
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For The New Homeowner

Crate 61 Organics Vegan Cold Process Bar Soap Box Set

Pros
  • Vegan
  • Multiple scents
Cons
  • Packaging leaves something to be desired

Need a housewarming gift? Gift them this set of vegan soaps that look—and feel—beautiful in any powder room.

18
For Your Long-Haired Friend

amika Polished Perfection Thermal Straightening Brush 2.0

Polished Perfection Thermal Straightening Brush 2.0
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For Your Long-Haired Friend

amika Polished Perfection Thermal Straightening Brush 2.0

Credit: Sephora
Pros
  • Time-saving
  • Good for all hair types
Cons
  • Expensive

You know that friend: The one who's got hair like Rapunzel that keeps growing and growing. If they've got a lot of hair, it takes ages to blow dry—save them time with this round brush that dries and styles at the same time.

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For The Dermatologically Curious

Dermstore Best of Dermstore The Essential Set

Best of Dermstore The Essential Set
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For The Dermatologically Curious

Dermstore Best of Dermstore The Essential Set

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Pros
  • Range of products
  • Includes a bag
Cons
  • Small sizes

You know that beauty-loving friend who's always obsessing over ingredients labels? Whether you know it or not, Dermstore is likely their best beauty friend. This kit includes all of Dermstore's favorites, hand-picked by their team of experts.

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For The Beauty Ritual Lover

Ranavat The Jewel Box: The Discovery Edit

The Jewel Box: The Discovery Edit
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For The Beauty Ritual Lover

Ranavat The Jewel Box: The Discovery Edit

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Pros
  • Range of products
  • Vegan
Cons
  • Small sizes

Keep your someone special stocked with this full skincare ritual in box. Inspired by Indian royalty, Ranavat's luxe masks, oils, serums, and tonics will make them feel like the Queen they are.

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