Editorial Team
Christmas gift ideas that promise to please – no matter how late you’ve left it
The clock is ticking. If you’re on the hunt for last-minute Christmas gifts for her (or him), you can’t go wrong with beauty products. From luxury lipsticks and cult creams to indulgent gift sets and mood-boosting fragrance, these treats really deliver the goods – and make you look extra thoughtful, too.
Best-selling beauty treats, just for her
Fragrance, skincare or makeup gift sets are ideal last-minute presents because the happy recipient wouldn’t have treated herself to them. Cue, a happy, festive glow.
The pleasing pick of men’s grooming gifts
Reboot his self-care ritual – ahead of any new year resolutions – by introducing him to the premium brands that he’ll want to hold on to forever.
Best last-minute self-care treats
For frazzled friends who need a break, or a special someone who deserves a bit of ‘me time’; these gifts are an invitation to rest and recharge.
Best for teens with ever-changing tastes
If you’re choosing one key gift for a skincare-obsessed teen, go for Laneige. For a treat that’s more of a stocking filler or a table present, The INKEY List’s pimple patches can’t fail.
Give the gift of choice
If you can’t decide what to get them, give them a gift card and let them choose something they’ll truly love. Plus, you can checkout in a way that suits you, from Klarna and Clearpay to our own John Lewis payment plans.
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