Makeup
Oct 28, 2021

This Is the Best Time of Year to Shop for Beauty Products—Here's Why

by Allyson Payer

This time of year, friends and family and holiday sales abound. 'Tis the season. But another fun fact about this time of year is that beauty gift sets also abound. Even brands that don't typically sell sets or special sizes of their products tend to get in on it in the months leading up to the holidays. While you can certainly purchase these sets for their intended purpose of gifting, I personally prefer to purchase them for myself for several reasons.

Beauty product gift sets are almost always cheaper than if you were to purchase the items in the set separately. It's also a great opportunity to stock up on travel sizes since many brands don't typically make them. Not only that, but if you're thinking about purchasing the full size of something, you can try it first by purchasing a gift set. We love a low-commitment beauty buy.

With that, keep scrolling to shop 32 beauty product gift sets that are 100% worthy of purchasing for yourself.

Shani Darden Age-Defying Retinol Set ($88)

Three of my favorite Shani Darden products in one set? Into my cart it goes.

Merit The Holiday Essentials Face Set ($45)

The products (and exact shades) chosen for Merit's holiday set are all ones that I've tried and adore.

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lip Secrets ($45)

Pillow Talk is the world's best perfect lip shade in any form, so this set is obviously a must.

Tatcha Purify, Treat, and Hydrate Trio ($76)

I love Tatcha's Dewy line so much, especially in the winter. And these sizes are quite generous.

U Beauty The Preface Set ($158)

Look what I found hiding at Nordstrom. This is your chance to discover what all the hype is about. (Also, this set of U Beauty's epic products is valued at $214.)

Tom Ford Eye Color Quad Eyeshadow Palette and Lip Color Lipstick Set ($89)

These gorgeous shades are so perfect for the holidays, and the eye shadow palette alone is valued at $88.

Vintner's Daughter Radiance and Renewal: The Essential Set ($270)

I've yet to come across any copycat product that even comes close to the original (which is worth every penny).

Tarte Best of Blush Mini Amazonian Clay Cheek Set ($39)

No wonder this set has a perfect five-star rating. It's a steal at that price, and the shades are dreamy.

Summer Fridays Skincare Regimen Set ($59)

This perfect set is kind of all you need for your next trip.

Westman Atelier Gift Edition ($133)

I've seen Westman Atelier's Lip Suedes on, and all I can say is wow. (Also, how gorgeous is that highlighter?)

Verb Ghost Smooth + Shine Hair Kit ($50)

I've been using Verb's Ghost line for years, and it makes my hair so clean and shiny. And if you bought these products separately, you'd be spending $22 more.