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Our Top 10 Holiday Beauty Gifts Under $50

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Mich chapter.

If you’re in need of inspiration and are looking for the perfect beauty gift, I’ve compiled a list of some great gift sets for this holiday season! Disclaimer: Prices were correct at time of writing.

1. Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter Pressed Highlighter Mini Macaron Set – $40

Becca is a cult-favorite for highlighters, and this is the perfect chance to get someone (or yourself, I’m not judging) mini versions of some of their best!

2. Origins Our Best of the Best – $45 

If skincare is your thing, definitely check out Origins. They’re well-known for great products, and this gift set allows you to try what they consider their standouts to be.

3. Philosophy Philosophy’s Guide To Warm and Cozy – $39 

This set mixes some skincare (very gentle on the skin) with some holiday scented bath and shower products to get you in the spirit, while you’re pampering!

4. Make Up For Ever Glitter Dust Set – $27​

Perfect for holiday parties, this set includes both glitters and powders to add some sparkle to your eyes and make any look ~festive.~

5. Stila Enchanted Eyes Liquid Eyeshadow Set – $45

Similar to the above set, these deluxe samples have some incredible shimmer to them. I use them all the time to elevate a super easy and pretty eyeshadow look.  

6. Milk Makeup Meet The Fam Milk Bestsellers Set – $39 ​

This set caters to most parts of a makeup routine, so have a look if you want to try a bit of everything. Milk Makeup is known for un-cakey makeup and great cream products, and I find their highlighters so beautiful and easy to work with. 

7. Urban Decay Cosmetics All Nighter Full-Size Duo – $39

I have used this specific setting spray for years, and I’ve never looked back. I genuinely believe that it has an effect on the staying power of my makeup, and I always make sure to stock up when they sell their duo gift set. Definitely great value for money.

8. Stila With Flying Colors Mini Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick Set – $39 

I’m not much of a liquid lipstick kind of girl, but I bought one of their gift sets a few years ago, and I really enjoyed them. The colors are so lovely and flattering, and the formula is one of the most comfortable I’ve tried. 

9. Nest Holiday Scented Candle Ornament – $16 

Candles are usually a safe but appreciated choice for a gift, so if you’re stuck for ideas, these come in very cute holiday packaging. They also have other scents if this one isn’t for you.

10. Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Snow Daze & Snow Nights Frosted Metal Lipstick 3-pc Set – $36​

These lipsticks are probably for your bolder friends, but the color payoff is incredible, and their metallic finish is perfect for the holiday season. And, Rihanna is never a bad choice. 

 

Images Courtesy of Sephora, Feel Unique, Stila, Nest, Make Up For Ever, Milk Makeup, Urban Decay, and Fenty Beauty By Rihanna. ​

Katie Mercer is an International Student at the University of Michigan from London, England! She's studying Communication Studies, and hopefully Marketing and Writing. For more about Katie, follow her Instagram (@katieemercerr) or her Twitter (@katiee_mercer). Go Blue!