30 Best Makeup Gifts & Sets to Treat Beauty Aficionados and Beginners

Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick became a TikTok-viral sensation because it looks great on so many different skin tones. But, it actually happens to be a tried-and-true classic across generations. So, whether you need a makeup gift for your mom or your little sibling or both, Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick is a great option to add to your holiday gift shopping list.

Regardless of whether your bestie loves Hailey Bieber, likes to experiment with new makeup, or just admires a really good makeup product, the Rhode Skin color duo sets might just be the perfect gift. Rhode just launched their first color products over the past year, so this is a great opportunity for your bestie to try them out. And, we can promise you it's worthwhile because we tried the blushes and tint lippies out ourselves.

The Tower28 lip gloss is one of Teen Vogue editors’ favorites for good reason. It’s a light, non-sticky formula that’s so glowy and moisturizing, it’s almost comparable to Vaseline. Layered with the lip liner, you have a match made in makeup heaven. With this gift set, you truly get your bang for your buck as the products are typically valued for $34 when bought separately.

For the makeup enthusiast on the hunt for the best of the best, this Sephora favorites makeup gift kit has some fan-favorites from buzz-worthy brands. It includes the coveted Drunk Elephant bronzing drops, Huda Beauty eyeliner, Tarte mascara, and more.

Get the best of both the makeup and skin care world with a sheer tint lip balm. This duo set can be a great stocking stuffer or beauty gift. Since there are two in a pack, your bestie can have one and you can have the other, so you’ll be matching. Think of it like friendship bracelets! Now, its friendship balms.

What do you gift someone who already has it all? Something to hold it all! This multi-compartment makeup bag has space to carry some of their favorite beauty products when they’re on the go or need to securely tuck them away. The clear compartment is perfect for eyeing the products you need handy like lip gloss, highlighter,

The Naked Palette is one of the most popular makeup gifts of the holiday season. No matter the size, these eyeshadow palettes are makeup bag essentials. Thanks to their classic and simple nature, they’re perfect for beginners who are just learning how to do a smokey eye for the first time.

Makeup lovers know how important it is to have a good base. Luckily, one of the best makeup primers, the e.l.f. Power Grip primer, can be found at the drugstore. It is an affordable and easily accessible gem, with plenty of testimonials on TikTok to prove it.

Having the right tools is just as important as having good beauty products. This brush set from Real Techniques includes a blush brush, crease brush, setting brush, face brush, and two sponges, so your loved one will be set to do a full makeup routine with just one gift.

For makeup beginners, a beauty product that can can do it all is a great way to experiment and see what works best for you. This Make Up For Ever palette has an assortment of pigmented creams to mix and use as highlighters, blushes, bronzers, concealer, contour, and foundation according to your skin tone needs.

Need to revamp your eye makeup? The popular drugstore brand Physicians Formula has a kit with all the essentials — an eyeshadow palette with neutrals, brown and black eyeliner, and a dual-ended mascara.

Makeup artist Pat McGrath is renowned for a multitude of reasons. One of which is supplying Taylor Swift with her signature red lipstick. Lucky for us, McGrath’s beauty brand, Pat McGrath Labs supplies convenient lip makeup sets, including Swift’s “Taylor-Made” lip combo kit and trio of the brand’s popular lip products, and they make the best makeup gifts.

Is your loved one guilty of skipping their skin care routine? We’ve all been there. Be a good friend, and help them revive their glow with this luxe highlighter palette from Dior. Its actually so shiny, it went viral after TXT’s Soobin wore it and fans asked him to share what product it was. Read all about it here!

Now that TIRTIR expanded their matte cushion foundation shade range to cater to a wider range of skin tones, they’re understandably going super viral. The long-lasting lightweight foundation is great for everyday wear with They’ll already they open their gift and see the sleek red egg-shaped packaging.

Can you call yourself a lip gloss enthusiast if you haven’t tried one from Kylie Cosmetics? If your loved one hasn’t added a product from King Kylie herself to their collection, this trio lip gloss set is a great way to try not one but three different shades for just $10 each.

When you find an eyeshadow that’s really, really good, you don’t need a whole palette. The TikTok-approved Moondust Glitter Eyeshadow Single from Urban Decay fits that criteria. With just a swipe of the rich glitter, you’re set to go! It has a shiny yet subtle finish that easily elevates any makeup look. Opt for the shade Space Cowboy if your makeup lover’s FYP is filled with viral product recommendations, or get them to try something new with a different shade.

Colorful eyeshadow palettes don’t have to be daunting. This crystal-inspired purple set is a step up from neutrals, allowing users to experiment with color that’s not too bold. The purple hues look great on a wide range of skin tones, and if your loved one is a collector, they can match their beloved crystals.

You can still be a makeup lover and love a no-makeup makeup look too. It’s an art form that takes a lot of skill and really good beauty products to pull off. Luckily, this Sephora makeup gift set is a collection of all the best tools to get the look.

e.l.f’s entire Halo Glow line has a gorgeous finish, but if there’s just one product you must have from the collection, it’s the highlighter. The fun applicator is both aesthetically pleasing and functional because you can apply on the go without a brush and still have a nice rounded-out finish. At such an affordable price point, its definitely worth it!

No matter how fun makeup is, you cant just skip to it. Skin care is an essential first step in everyone’s beauty routine. This set from Etude House’s Soonjung line makes a great skin care gift. It includes all the basics you need — a cleanser, a toner, and a moisturizing cream, so your loved one will be all set. Since it comes in a convenient package with the steps laid out for you, it makes doing your skin care routine super easy to do. It also is all travel size! As someone who received this myself, I can easily say it was one of my favorite beauty gifts. And when I recommended it to my friends, they loved it just as much as I did.

Who can resist a good lip combo? Especially one from Charlotte Tilbury’s fan-favorite Pillow Talk shade range? Available in three different tones, this makeup gift set comes with a mini lipstick and lip liner, so your loved one can get a taste of the viral sensation.

From Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty, Soft Pinch Liquid Blush is both a Sephora bestseller and TikTok viral. The ultra pigmented formula requires only a small dot of application for a full look, making it a very long-lasting purchase.

Beauty lovers and makeup artists alike have been raving about Patrick Ta’s viral blush technique over the past couple of years. While this hack might have been around for a bit, Ta created a convenient palette with both cream and powder blushes in 12 different shades for various skin tones, making it easier to get celebrity-approved makeup right at home.

Having a go-to eyeshadow palette is one of the best feelings in the world when you’re stuck in a creative rut. With everything you need — essential matte colors, eye-catching shimmers, and fun glitters — Tarte’s Tartelette In Bloom Clay Palette is a must-have in every makeup lover’s collection.

For those who love full glam, there’s no such thing as too much glitter. From makeup artist Danessa Myricks’s beauty line, this chrome gel will surely fill the makeup lover’s sparkle quota.

But before putting that brush set to use, making sure your makeup is thoroughly mixed and then evenly and thinly spread across the face is an essential step that will make blending so much easier for every skin type. That’s exactly why the Piccasso makeup spatula went viral around the world. This K-beauty essential is in high-demand and has been sold out for quite some time, so it’s a good gift for any makeup lover who wasn’t able to snag one yet.

After a long day of experimenting with makeup, your loved one should enjoy some self-care and skin care. With calming tea tree extract, this celeb-approved face mask set will rejuvenate your skin and make you feel as if you’re at the spa from the comfort of your own home.

You may know Nars for their fan-favorite blushes, but the Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer is a hidden gem. For those who need some extra coverage, this is a good gift. Though its full coverage, it has a lightweight soft finish, so it blends in well with foundation. Or, if one prefers to skip the foundation, it can be subtle blended out with a really good shade match for their skin tone.

At a loss while brainstorming gift ideas? For the risk averse shopper, makeup gift cards are a safe bet. Both fan-favorite makeup stores Sephora and Ulta offer gift cards in a wide range of amounts, so you can pick what best fits your budget.