Our top 10 exclusive beauty gifts

From amazing make-up vaults to our very own Selfridges beauty kits, discover our top 10 exclusive gifts guaranteed to delight even the pickiest of beauty connoisseurs.

Words: Sarah Quick

OUR TOP 10 EXCLUSIVE BEAUTY GIFTS


Words: Sarah Quick

Buying gifts for beauty lovers can be tricky business. Fragrance? Make-up? What make-up? What colours? And despite the old adage of it being the ‘thought that counts’, we’re all still terrified of handing over a lacklustre gift that will elicit anything less than a squeal of joy. Well don’t fear, for our brilliant beauty buyers have been busy scouring high and low to bring you the best beauty exclusives this Christmas, from our own carefully curated edits of the best formulas out there, to unique-to-Selfridges gifts from their favourite beauty brands. Yep, these are the gifts that will have people asking: ‘where did you get that?!’ on their Instagram come Christmas Day.

Buying gifts for beauty lovers can be tricky business. Fragrance? Make-up? What make-up? What colours? And despite the old adage of it being the ‘thought that counts’, we’re all still terrified of handing over a lacklustre gift that will elicit anything less than a squeal of joy. Well don’t fear, for our brilliant beauty buyers have been busy scouring high and low to bring you the best beauty exclusives this Christmas, from our own carefully curated edits of the best formulas out there, to unique-to-Selfridges gifts from their favourite beauty brands. Yep, these are the gifts that will have people asking: ‘where did you get that?!’ on their Instagram come Christmas Day.

JO MALONE LONDON

White Moss & Snowdrop Cologne

Jo Malone London is famed for its seasonal scents, but this year’s limited-edition White Moss & Snowdrop Cologne really raises the bar. We can’t work out what we love more: the exclusive-to-Selfridges art deco-influenced bottle or the scent – inspired by snowdrop petals peeking through powdery snow – which sounds like something straight out of Narnia. The perfect addition to our ‘scent wardrobe’…

PAT MCGRATH LABS

MTHRSHIP MEGA: Celestial Divinity Palette

A word of advice: you may want to give this palette to its lucky recipient a little early because it’s the perfect set of shadows to experiment with in the run-up to the festive period (however that may look this year). Bursting with 18 ultra-saturated sparkling and matte shades (six of which have never been seen before), there’s enough variety to pull off any look they dare to conjure up.

ESTÉE LAUDER

Advanced Night Repair Essentials Kit

Our edit of skincare gifts is a treasure trove of skin-boosting formulas, so it can be difficult to know where to start. But for avid Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair fans – of which there are many – this essentials kit is a winner. Featuring three of the collection’s bestselling products, presented in a stylish ‘starry nights’ Elizabeth Scarlett sustainable wash bag, each one is packed with powerful antioxidants and nourishing hyaluronic acid that brightens and nourishes skin. Trust us: even if they think they have their skincare routine sorted, they’ll be thrilled with this new addition.

BOBBI BROWN   

Golden Glamour Set

If you ask us, anything from Bobbi Brown qualifies as a brilliant beauty gift but this exclusive-to-Selfridges Golden Glamour Set is one that is sure to impress even the pickiest of beauty connoisseurs. Comprising a selection of the brand’s bestselling products – from their nourishing Vitamin Enriched Face Base and light-reflecting Highlighting Powder to their Smokey Eye Mascara – not only is it a thing of beauty (it comes housed in a luxurious golden box), but it will give them all the lit-from-within glow they need for the festive period and beyond.

ACQUA DI PARMA 

Men's Grooming Set

Acqua di Parma’s washbag gift set is our top choice of grooming gift for him (and not just because it comes in our favourite shade of bright yellow). Filled with luxurious men’s grooming goodies, including a shaving cream, an aftershave emulsion packed with almond and grape-seed oils to keep their beard in tip-top condition, plus a travel-sized Colonia cologne, it’s a great gift for grooming experts or complete novices alike.

OUR TOP EARTH-CONSCIOUS GIFTS

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SELFRIDGES

The Ultimate Mask Collection

If you know someone who has earned some serious pampering this year (hello, haven’t we all?), then may we present: The Selfridges Ultimate Mask Collection. Comprising 16 face and body masks, hand-selected from our very own Beauty Hall (think Huda Beauty, 111 Skin and Dr Jart+), they’re packed with skin-loving formulas to tackle a range of concerns – from lacklustre skin to dark circles.

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

Pillow Talk Dreams Come True Vault 

OK, so we’ll understand if this one doesn’t quite make it into the hands of its intended recipient. Almost too good to gift, Charlotte Tilbury’s Dreams Come True vault is bursting with 14 full-size products from the make-up artist’s bestselling Pillow Talk range – from everyday eyeshadow quads and blusher through to the iconic lip liner and lipstick. Gift it to someone extra-special – or keep it for yourself (we won’t tell).

THE SELFRIDGES BEAUTY COLLECTION

Imagine finding 19 of your favourite beauty products under the tree come Christmas morning… Well, thanks to our exclusive Selfridges Beauty Collection, someone might just get lucky. Dr. Barbara Strum, Eve Lom, Dr Dennis Gross and Paula’s Choice are just a handful of the skincare and make-up brands you’ll find, which all come nestled in a chic wash bag by Copenhagen-based brand Rains. Oh, and did we mention it’s worth £450 but is available to buy for only £100? Who said maths wasn’t fun…

THE SELFRIDGES GROOMING KIT

Ideal for anyone who wants to upgrade their grooming regime, but doesn’t quite know where to start, our exclusive kit (created by our in-house team of beauty experts) contains 17 of the greatest men’s grooming products out there – from a Clarins cleansing foam to a Comme des Garçons cologne (and lots more). Psst! It’s worth almost three times the price tag, so make sure you get in quick.

MORPHE

Royal Sweep Brush Set

If it’s a bonafide make-up fanatic you’re buying for, then look no further than Morphe’s Royal Sweep brush set. Why? Because this exclusive collection doesn’t have a single dud brush in the set. It has your standard shadow brushes to start (good for applying colour and a bit of basic blending), big fluffy blending brushes (for diffusing any harsh lines) and flat pencil brushes – ideal for applying colour around the lashes or inner corner of the eyes. ​​And the best bit? Each brush is created using synthetic fibres – and FSC-certified wood – meaning they’re totally cruelty-free.

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