Beauty editor-approved gifts for less than £20

There’s nothing wrong with splurging on an expensive gift, but if you’re looking for something more affordable that still has the wow factor, then look no further as we’ve rounded up the most desirable beauty gifts loved by industry experts. The best part? They all come in at under £20. Whether you’re treating a loved one, shopping for stocking fillers or simply fancy a tiny dose of inexpensive self-gifting, there’s a host of goodies to choose from, including some beautiful festive gift sets.

Lancôme’s Monsieur Big is ultra volumising so you only need one stroke for thicker-looking lashes. No clumping or flaking, the brush easily separates and lifts. This sparkly gift set comes with a mini makeup remover that’s ideal for those future weekends away we’re all dreaming about.

While no-one in my household can resist the cult Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion, all eyes are on this bold gift set this year. Combining the Clinique Pop Lip Colour, which has a modern, velvet finish thanks to a weightless formula, with a hydrating lip gloss, it’s ideal for a pop of bright colour this winter.

Winter calls for a shake up to your skincare routine and glycolic acid is the latest hero ingredient the beauty industry is raving about. This 100% natural AHA/BHA liquid exfoliator works to reveal smoother and brighter skin, while also improving skin texture. Evolve Organic Beauty is an eco-friendly brand that makes small batches of products at a time in their studio in Hertfordshire. One for the beauty aficionados.

Pretty and practical, this Molton Brown bauble is filled with their bestselling shower gel scented with sweet notes of rhubarb leaf, zesty grapefruit, vanilla and spun sugar. It’s basically like eating a rhubarb tart in the middle of a rose-filled garden. Ideal for those on your gift list who are craving light-filled summer days.

Yes, it’s just one lip liner. But what a lip liner it is. Rich and velvety, it’s ridiculously easy to apply and looks great worn alone or under lipstick. Makeup maestro Charlotte Tilbury herself suggests drawing just over the outer edge of your natural lip line and then filling it in with the pencil for a flattering effect. Trust me, anyone who loves beauty will be thrilled with this gift.

A long-time beauty editor favourite, Liz Earle’s cult Cleanse & Polish is kind to the skin and gives an effective deep cleanse that won’t strip your complexion of its natural oils. This stocking-size set comes in a charming festive tin and includes the classic Hot Cloth Cleanser, with a pure cotton cloth and a hook to hang the cloth up from so it can dry after use.

This year has been particularly harsh on our hands with all that extra washing and sanitising, so this pretty gift set is the perfect stocking filler. Enriched with shea butter, the trio will also protect your hands from the cold this winter.

This beautifully scented body wash named after a quote from Romeo And Juliet offers a little dose of luxury for the lucky recipient. Aesop are the forerunners when it comes to products created with sensory pleasure in mind and this rose petal-infused oil is no exception. Skin-softening botanicals will soothe dry and dehydrated winter skin from neck to toe.

The famous haircare brand known for its pioneering work with scalp health (a current hot topic for 2021) has brought out a stocking filler that is perfect for all hair types. Containing 40ml of Elasticizer Deep-Conditioning Treatment and a mini frizz-fighting gloss, it will leave your locks luscious and healthy.