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Unsure what to stuff their stockings with this holiday season? How about a multitasking wonder — the Ilia Multi-Stick? This twist-up makeup stick provides color for the lips and cheeks in a snap.
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Ilia Multi-Stick, $34
Find out more about why I love the Ilia Multi-Sticks, available in 12 colors, below. They offer a fresh look that perks up dry winter skin.
Ilia Multi-Stick
Ilia
While this handy stick from Ilia offers lip and cheek color, I’ve only used it on my cheeks. I pile the Dear Ruby shade onto a brush for a fool-proof fresh look. It’s pigmented but not so much so that you’ll mess up its application. This multi-stick makes for a great stocking stuffer.
Ilia Multi-Stick, $34
More of my favorite holiday beauty gift sets
Not done shopping yet? Then check out my favorite holiday beauty gift sets of the year below too.
Dior Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet lifestyle gift set
Sephora
This take on the Miss Dior perfume is lovely, with notes of Damascus rose, peony and white musk. It comes with a matching hand cream and a Dior Addict Lip Glow lip balm in a soft pink. It’s overall a beautiful gift set.
Dior Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet lifestyle gift set, $110
Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Beats body care set
Sephora
These Sol de Janeiro products have the most addicting gourmand scent, featuring notes of salted caramel, pistachio and vanilla. Everyone I’ve introduced these products to has absolutely loved them. This gift set includes the Brazilian Bum Bum body cream, Brazilian 4 Play moisturizing shower cream-gel, Brazilian Crush Cheirosa ’62 Bum Bum hair and body fragrance mist and Bum Bum body scrub.
Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Beats body care set, $68
Oribe Gold Lust Collection hair set
Sephora
For the most luxurious hair wash routine imaginable, go for Oribe. These splurge-worthy hair products have a scent that can be described as nothing short of expensive. This gift set includes the Gold Lust Repair and Restore shampoo, Gold Lust Repair and Restore conditioner and Gold Lust nourishing hair oil. The stunning box features original artwork by Japanese modern artist Kohei Kyomori.
Oribe Gold Lust Collection hair set, $115
Sephora Collection deluxe brush set
Sephora
I’m so impressed by the quality and softness of these makeup brushes by Sephora Collection. They come in a handy brush roll for traveling. Inside, find a foundation brush, powder brush, blush brush, highlight brush, concealer brush, shadow brush, crease brush, precision crease brush, smudge brush and brow brush.
Sephora Collection deluxe brush set,
Ouai Detox Shampoo and Leave-in Conditioner hair set
Sephora
You can’t go wrong with this clarifying shampoo and leave-in conditioner combo. They’ve been my go-to for the past year. They work like a charm, and all Ouai products smell absolutely divine.
Ouai Detox Shampoo and Leave-in Conditioner hair set, $40
Tarte Gilded Glamor Amazonian Clay eyeshadow wardrobe
Sephora
These eyeshadow palettes not only come in stunning packaging, but also blend out beautifully. The packaging will look great on their vanity year-round, not just during the holiday season, and the palettes each have 18 matte and shimmer shades. One palette has warmer tones while the other is cooler. Keep one palette for yourself and gift the other.
Tarte Gilded Glamor Amazonian Clay eyeshadow wardrobe,
Tarte Precious Gems Amazonian Clay cheek palette
Sephora
Speaking of Tarte, the packaging and formulation of this cheek palette are just as on point. Find five limited-edition blushes and one bestselling bronze all in one place with this palette. These cheek products blend and apply seamlessly.
Tarte Precious Gems Amazonian Clay cheek palette,
Briogeo Superfoods Leave-In Conditioner and Hair Mask gift set
Sephora
The scent of these hair products is absolutely divine. They’re giving a fruit-scented eraser from elementary school — in the best way. This set includes the Superfoods Avocado + Kiwi Moisture leave-in conditioner and the Be Gentle, Be Kind Avocado + Kiwi Mega Moisture Superfoods hair mask.
Briogeo Superfoods Leave-In Conditioner and Hair Mask gift set, $44
Maison Louis Marie Bois De Balincourt No 4. candle set
Sephora
These lovely winter candles have different soft, woody scents that fill the room without overwhelming the senses. They burn without any smoke and offer a minimalist-chic vibe.
Maison Louis Marie Bois De Balincourt No 4. candle set, $50