Olivia Adams, Senior Editor
The latest launches from the brands you love
Diptyque Sapin Classic Candle Holiday Limited Edition
£72.00
Sapin means pine tree in French, so you expect this candle to reveal the scent of freshly cut evergreen trees, alongside cedar and moss. Warm and woody, this is literally a gold-star gift, and we recommend repurposing the beautiful festive jar every Christmas.
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Dreams Come True Christmas Makeup Gift Set
£320.00
The giving season is nearly upon us, and Charlotte Tilbury’s gift set, in its velvet makeup vanity case, boasts serious shelf appeal. It includes 15 (yes, really) full-size Pillow Talk icons, including mascara, eyeliner, eyeshadow, lipstick and lip gloss. Don’t wait to make Christmas magic happen.
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Glow Duo Skincare Set
£55.00
This exclusive skincare set is the perfect makeup prep – the serum and bestselling moisturiser primer instantly hydrates and plumps, and skin feels cushioned, comfortable and ready for party season. This duo is the kind of gift you can’t wait to give (or receive).
Jo Malone London Ginger Biscuit Pillar Candles
£66.00
The delicious scent of Jo Malone London’s Ginger Biscuit means one thing: Christmas is on the way. Exclusive to John Lewis, the colourful gift box features three decorated pillar candles scented with warm, spicy just-baked notes. A true festive favourite.
TOM FORD Ombré Leather Fragrance Gift Set
£156.00
Exclusive to John Lewis and perfect for gifting, TOM FORD’s masculine Eau de Parfum comes with a mini-me travel spray. There’s no denying the brand makes some of the most sophisticated scents out there, and this leather-based fragrance is the statement signature.
Sisley-Paris Phyto-Eye Palette, 1 Tender Toffee
£102.00
The festive season calls for something special, and Sisley’s new eyeshadow palette delivers. A John Lewis exclusive, the four eyeshadow shades transform from a silky shadow to a cream. Perfect for a soft everyday look, as well as after-dark glamour.
Stocking-filler inspiration
Our annual Christmas beauty crackers need no introduction. The Party Ready Cracker kicks things off with makeup and skincare from NARS and MAC, while The After Party Cracker features Medik8 and ELEMIS.
Our 2025 advent calendar
This year’s beauty advent calendar is truly a can’t-go-wrong gift. Unwrap 36 beauty treats from icons such as Le Labo, Chantecaille, Charlotte Tilbury and Trinny London. Worth over £1,000, and yours for £235.
