15 Trending Beauty Gifts Your Friends Will Actually Use (and Love)
Whether you're shopping for your makeup-obsessed bestie, your skincare-addicted sister, or someone who just deserves a bit of pampering this Christmas, these trending beauty picks are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. Think glow, hydration, luxe textures, and a little everyday magic.
Let’s dive in.
Makeup Must-Haves They’ll Be Obsessed With
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
The OG of glowy foundations. It gives that “your skin but airbrushed” finish, perfect for Christmas parties, New Year’s nights out, or just feeling expensive on a Tuesday.
Lifted, fluttery lashes without clumps. Every. Single. Time. A foolproof gift for anyone who likes looking put-together with minimal effort.
MAC Prep + Prime Fix+ Matte Setting Spray
Summer in Australia = humidity chaos. This spray keeps makeup locked in and shines under control. Great stocking stuffer.
Urban Decay Naked Mini Palette
Cute, compact, and perfect for travel makeup bags. Neutrals for day, deeper tones for night, it’s a tiny palette with big potential.
A classic bold-lip moment. Comes with the liner and the liquid lipstick, so it feels like a proper “gift set” without the giant price tag.
Glossy, nourishing, and deliciously luxe. Perfect for someone who loves a juicy lip without the sticky feel.
Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Concealer
Brightens, smooths and stays fresh all day, great for new mums, busy students, or anyone who likes makeup that works overtime.
Skincare Gifts That Say “I Love Your Face”
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum
A beauty-icon for a reason. Hydrating, smoothing, firming — it’s the kind of gift that makes people whisper “omg you SHOULDN’T have… but thank you.”
AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum
A K-beauty favourite for fading spots and boosting glow. Perfect for teens, 20-somethings, or anyone dealing with uneven skin.
Lightweight, brightening, and ridiculously good value. Great intro gift for someone wanting to try K-beauty.
Beauty of Joseon Ginseng + Retinal Eye Serum
For the friend who always says “I need more sleep.” This gives that bright-eyed, well-rested look… even if they’re running on iced coffee.
Haircare Heroes for Silky, Summer-Ready Hair
Shiseido Fino Premium Touch Hair Mask
This mask is a hydration powerhouse. It leaves hair soft, shiny and salon-smooth — an amazing gift for someone who styles their hair often or spends a lot of time in the sun.
Sweet-smelling, lightweight and super-hydrating. This makes hair look glossy without feeling greasy. A cute gift for anyone who loves aesthetic beauty products.
Olaplex Hair Care Set (No.4 + No.5)
The perfect duo for repairing damaged hair from colouring, straightening or heat styling. If you want to give someone an actual practical (and loved!) gift, this is it.