Is your friend’s – or family member’s – birthday right around the corner? Do they love makeup? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This list of gift ideas will have their eyes wide and jaws dropping.
The Perfect Makeup Brush Set: Jenny Patinkin Dual-Ended Makeup Brush Set ($150, shop here)
Every makeup lover needs a good set of brushes, and it just so happens that this set of dual-ended brushes is made from sustainable, recycled materials. Buff with one end; blend with the other. The soft bristles glide perfectly on the skin, and the weighted handles offer pristine product placement.
Hydrating Lip Butter Balm: Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm for Hydration & Shine ($24, shop here)
If there were ever a dynamic trio in the makeup world, it would be this lip butter balm, which simultaneously hydrates, soothes, and tints. The best part is you can apply it on top of another lip product, like an everyday chapstick.
Fantastic Face Primer: Tatcha The Silk Canvas Face Primer ($54, shop here)
Primer prevents makeup from settling into your pores while ensuring it stays put. But this primer is more magical than that. All it takes is a rice-sized amount to cover the entire face in a silky formula. It works with any skin type and co-exists with any foundation. We call that a win-win.
Natural Makeup Starter Stack: Subtl Beauty 5-in-1 Starter Stak ($70, shop here)
If the person you’re shopping for is just getting into the makeup game, you might want to gift them this simple Starter Stak. The 5-in-1 set has a cream concealer, a powder highlighter, a powder bronzer, a lip-cheek balm, and a shine-control powder. Each stack is fully customizable to suit any skin tone!
Incredible Eye Patches: Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches ($24, shop here)
The first step to fabulous makeup is eye de-puffing. These patches feature key ingredients such as caffeine, cucumber, and gold, providing a boost of energy, a soothing element, and the nourishment you really need.
The Best Brows: Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Mechanical Brow Pencil ($25, shop here)
When it comes to eyebrows, we’re looking for light, short strokes. Luckily, Anastasia Beverly Hills knows exactly what we’re talking about. The Brow Wiz’s slender tip creates a natural look and features a spoolie on one end for easy blending.