Gift Guide

*Amazing and Chic Gift Guide:Beauty Gifts

My 2011 Holiday Gift Guide continues with some chic and amazing beauty gifts! Be sure to check out my previous guide for gifts under $25.00.

Makeup Studio Blockbuster $49.50 at Sephora

What girl wouldn’t love to find this treasure trove of beauty goodies underneath her Christmas tree? The Makeup Studio Blockbuster is a fabulous kit that includes 96 eye shadows, 84 lip glosses, 6 cream eyeliners, 2 eyeliner pencils, 3 blushes, 1 bronzer, 1 mascara, and 4 makeup applicators. This luxe compact also comes with a mirror for added convenience.

Clarisonic Mia Sonic Skin Cleansing System $119.00 at Beauty.com

Give them a gift they will use all year long! The Clarisonic Mia Sonic Skin Cleansing System makes daily facial cleaning even easier. This starter set also includes everything they need:Clarisonic Mia in one speed, pLink charger, sensitive brush head, and trial size cleanser. The Mia brush set also happens to be the perfect size for frequent travelers.

*Marc Jacobs Rollerball Trio $38.00 at Amazon

As a fan of Marc Jacobs’ fragrances, I can’t help but recommend this tres fabulous gift set, which includes three miniature rollerball fragrances including Daisy, Daisy Eau So Fresh, and Lola. Everything comes in an keepsake tin box that’s covered in pretty flower designs.

Pure Color Lipstick Luxuries $37.50 at Estee Lauder

A little bit of lip color is sure to brighten up her day and this fabulous little kit comes with five lovely red shades. The set also comes with a red shiny quilted zip-top clutch.

Dazzlesphere! Mini Nail Lacquer Ornament x 4, $25.50 at M.A.C

Here’s a clever little beauty gift that’s also in budget. This clear, ball-shaped ornament comes with four luscious nail lacquers including Much Adored(sheer glittery white), Style Tip(coral), Mistletoe(glittery gold), and Dark Angel(rich purple).

Chantecaille Protection Naturelle SPF 46 PA+++ Powder $70.00 at Chantecaille

Looking for that perfect ultra-luxe beauty gift for the friend or relative who already has everything? Give the gift of Chantecaille cosmetics! One notable product is the Chantecaille Protection Naturelle SPF 46 PA+++ Powder. This all-in-one gift includes lightweight mineral powder and a large brush. She will love how this makeup goes on smooth and provides solid protection from the sun.

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*Amazing and Chic Gift Guide:Under $25

Who says you can’t give your friends and family a chic Christmas or holiday? Here are some of my favorite picks all of which are $25 and under~

1-Crabtee & Evelyn Wisteria of the Valley Sampler: Have a pal that misses summertime in the garden? Give her this elegant fragrance gift which includes 1.7 fl oz Wisteria Bath & Shower Gel, 1.7 fl oz Wisteria Body Lotion, 1.7 fl oz Lily of the Valley Bath & Shower Gel, and 1.7 fl oz Lily of the Valley Body Lotion. You can purchase this gift set at Crabtree & Evelyn for just $15.00.

2-Birchbox Membership: Do you know someone who loves to score beauty samples in the mail? Treat them to a Birchbox membership(starting at $10) and they can look forward to receiving a box every month that’s filled with deluxe-sized samples from brands like Stila, Smashbox, Kerastase, and more. Birchbox also has membership programs for men that include grooming products and bonus gifts he will love(like Skullcandy earphones). Unfortunately, they’re currently accepting backorders right now for $45 but you can join the waitlist and/or signup for their upcoming mailing list.

3- Fairisle Cowl Neck Sweater Poncho: Never let your sister choose between style and warmth again! Give her a beautiful fairisle print poncho that features a pointed hem and ribbed cowlneck design. This trendy poncho retails for just $24.80 at Forever 21.

4- Leopard Print Slippers: Keep their feet warm and toasty this Christmas with a pair of super cute slippers! These shoes feature a chic leopard print design and a single pom-pom on each shoe. These retail for just $24.50 at Ann Taylor Loft.

5-*Fragile Skinny Jeans: If you have a fashionable teen in your life, why not get her what she really wants? A great pair of new jeans. These super skinny jeans feature a low-rise fit, contrast stitch detailing, three pockets, and two faux pockets. You can purchase these jeans at Kohl’s for just $24.99.

6- Striped Scoop Neck Mickey Mouse Nightshirt: Who wouldn’t love a Disney gift that’s chic? This cute cotton sleep tee features a scooped neck, short sleeves, grey horizontal stripes, and four dancing Mickey Mouses on the front. You can purchase this tee for just $24.50 at Disney Store.

7- *Contour & Blush Palette There really is no need to purchase a lot of expensive makeup when you can buy one quality cosmetic palette from BH Cosmetics for less. This kit includes six shades of matte powders that you can use for blushes, contouring, even eyeshadows! During their Black Friday weekend special, this kit is priced^ at $10.42. After the sale, the kit is still affordable at just $18.95!

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