After years of studying, interning, and taking exams, every graduate deserves to be spoiled. And as someone with honorary degrees in beauty and shopping, I have perfected the gifting formula for friends and family who are graduating. First, tug on their heartstrings with a sentimental photo gift. (These get me every time.) And second, curate a beauty bag with all their favorite (or soon-to-be favorite) products. You can stick to one of the categories I've listed below, but I recommend pulling a few products from each to upgrade your graduate's whole routine. This highly personalized and ultra-curated gift is so satisfying to put together and shows how well you know them—but it's also procrastinator friendly. No kidding, you can stop by CVS on the way to the ceremony to pick it up. (Don't worry—I won't tell.)
Keep scrolling to shop the graduation gifts that every beauty lover is dreaming of receiving. And if you also want to give them a photo gift, you can currently get 40% off prints, posters, books, and more through May 23 and 60% off premium cards through June 6.
Makeup and Skincare
Professional-level palettes! Perfecting toners! Holographic glosses! Your graduate will fall in love with these expensive-looking beauty and skincare gems.
Fragrance
CVS already carries beloved, affordable fragrance brands Dossier and Mix:Bar, but did you know you can also get luxury fragrances there on sale? Give them one of these top picks, and you'll make their day, guaranteed.
Bodycare
The post-grad celebration always continues into the summer, so restock their bodycare essentials. My top recs include the internet's favorite sunscreen, a divine-smelling body wash and lotion, and a deodorant that actually works.
Wellness
Getting a degree takes a lot out of you, so their wellness may have been on the back burner the past few years. Help them prioritize themselves and their wellbeing again with protein-rich collagen and gut-loving probiotics.
