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. 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 super personal. The key is to steer clear of random collections of so-so products and instead lean 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 of gifting? Good! Ahead, check out 22 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, all housed in the cutest travel case.
EltaMD is famous for its UV Clear facial sunscreen, but here’s a selection of its other beloved products. Don’t let sun damage, debris, or dehydration come for your loved ones this winter.
For the person on your list who is 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-tailer 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, a moisturizing gel cream,and a facial acupressure wand 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 combating 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 encourages those mindful moments. Start by rubbing the tonic and oil onto your face and finish with a facial massage.
These Indie Lee minis are the perfect intro to the brand’s clean offerings. The kit comes with everything you need to maintain clean, ultra-hydrated skin. And that COQ-10 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 U Beauty. This powerful trio comes with a 15ml Resurfacing Compound and Super Hydrator, and a 50ml Sculpt Arm Compound. You’d be gifting someone a total skincare reset and that’s major.
Drunk Elephant stans rejoice. This collection of morning products will give your skin everything it needs for a fresh, moisturized, healthy-looking kind of start.
I love that this set encourages glowing skin. Goop’s Microderm Instant Glow Exfoliator and Glow Lotion are bestsellers for a reason.
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 best sellers 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. Signed, somebody’s bougie friend.
Aesop’s hand and bodycare 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
