Confession: I love giving gifts. Seriously, it’s my favorite. Choosing personalized gifts I know people will actually enjoy is one of the only things outside of binging shows on Netflix I’m consistently committed to and in a world where gifting can feel like a burden, it’s such a fun mental shift to infuse a bit of extra love into the process. For me, I view gifting as a tool to show those around me that I hear them, see them, and appreciate who they are. And while I try to make sure my actions express my adoration for those I love, giving them kick-ass gifts surely doesn’t hurt.
As a self-proclaimed master gift-giver, I feel confident enough in my abilities to share advice on the matter. And in my experience, there’s one category that has a freakishly high success rate: Skincare gift sets. Now, maybe I’m surrounded by more beauty lovers than the average person, but we all have at least a couple of people in our lives who enjoy a good skin pampering session. And, hey, maybe that person on your list is you!
I know it might not immediately seem like it, but skincare gift sets can feel ultra-personal. The key is to steer clear of random collections of so-so products and lean instead into more curated sets. This way you can introduce a loved one to a brand they’ve expressed interest in or tap into another area of interest like clean beauty or skincare tools.
So, now do you believe that I’m the queen gifting? Good! Ahead, check out 21 of the best skincare gift sets approved by this gift-giving expert.
Mario Badescu always has sets available at super affordable prices. It’s a go-to for stocking stuffers, like this hand cream and lip balm duo.
Real ones know that Neutrogena’s Hydro Boost range is so good.
These Kiehl’s classics will work for anyone on your list, from brand-loyal moms to beauty minimalists.
This Summer Fridays set comes with three mini versions of the brand’s most popular glow makers (and a full-size vitamin C serum!) all housed in the cutest travel case.
Elta MD is famous for its UV Clear facial sunscreen, but here’s a selection of their other beloved products. Don’t let sun damage, debris, or dehydration come for your loved ones this winter.
For the person on your list getting more serious about their skincare, give the gift of The Inkey List. The UK-born brand is known for its affordable, straightforward, and highly active formulations of targeted skincare solutions. This set contains a few all-stars worth trying.
Amazon skincare regulars know that LilyAna Naturals is among the most well-reviewed brands the mega e-retailer sells. Each of the products in this set has tens of thousands of positive reviews.
You can never have too many tubes of the iconic Weleda Skin Food.
This set comes with a targeted clarifying serum, an eye cream, and a glass globe massaging tool that helps relieve puffiness. It’s a spa day in a box.
The Ceramidin range from Dr. Jart+ has some of the best barrier-protecting products. This set is beyond perfect for combatting dry skin in winter.
Herbivore makes the coolest clean products in the game. Whoever receives this thoughtfully curated gift will know they’re loved.
Everyone deserves moments of relaxation right now and this set from the massage experts at The Now encourages those mindful moments. Start by rubbing the muscle relaxing balm into shoulders or other tense areas, and finish with a facial massage and soothing eye masks.
These Indie Lee minis are the perfect intro to the brand’s clean offerings. It comes with everything you need to maintain clean, ultra-hydrated skin. And that Co Q10 toner is seriously life-changing.
Farmacy makes one of the best cleansing balms on the market and this set gets you a full-size jar of the stuff along with minis of its beloved gel moisturizer and vitamin C eye cream.
There’s definitely a skincare lover on your list who’s been dying to try the U Beauty Smart Hydrator, the elusive follow-up to the brand’s famed Resurfacing Compound. And the only thing better than slathering this ultra-luxe cream onto your skin is doing it with a densely packed Artis brush made from super soft, animal-free fibers. Your moisturizing regimen is about to get a major upgrade.
Drunk Elephant stans rejoice. This collection of products promises dewy, luminous skin and comes with a keepsake compact mirror, too.
I love that this set encourages glowing skin from within. Goop’s Microderm Instant Glow Exfoliator doesn’t hurt, either.
Gifting skincare tools is a full-on love language. This LED mask is beloved by beauty lovers, experts, and celebrities like Halle Berry who want supple, smooth skin. The set also contains a few more bestsellers from the Dr. Dennis Gross brand, including the cult-favorite peel pads and the ferulic acid and retinol night serum and eye cream. Oh, and everything is full-size.
Any clean queen or king would be stoked to unwrap these Tata Harper essentials.
Our new normal may include more face masks, lip balm, and hand cream than ever before, but collections of elevated essentials like this set of Violet Grey favorites make the act of caring for ourselves and others a little more fun—and a lot more stylish.
Your bougie friend needs this. Signes, somebody’s bougie friend.
Aesop’s hand and body care products are some of my absolute favorites. They’re chic, they’re cool, and gifting them is a sign of impeccable taste. Up next, 21 Gift Sets to Buy Yourself Before You Have to Start Shopping for Everyone Else
