The Best Beauty Gifts Under $25 to Bring to Your Gift Swap

December 06, 2023

By: Jordan Julian | Makeup.com by L'Oréal

The list of people you need to shop for during the holiday season can get pretty lengthy (think: family, friends, coworkers). Or, maybe you have a gift swap with your friends with a set price limit and are struggling to find the perfect present. But here’s the good news — stocking up on great beauty gifts doesn’t have to drain your bank account. In fact, there are tons of affordable (and adorable!) options out there, from a drugstore mascara set to a colorful eyeshadow palette. Not sure where to start? We’re sharing our favorite gifts under $25 that any makeup devotee in your life will love to unwrap this holiday.

The Best Beauty Gifts Under $25

Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara and Primer Set

Mascara is one beauty staple we believe you can’t get enough of, and this duo from Maybelline New York includes the brand’s iconic Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara and Primer. Pair these two products for your longest, most dramatic lashes yet. Bonus: The care-infused formula of the primer conditions your lashes.

Essie All Decked Out Mini Nail Polish Kit

At less than $15, the Essie All Decked Out Mini Nail Polish Kit has everything you need to create the holiday mani of your dreams. This value set comes with four mini nail polishes in stunning and versatile shades — a metallic silver, a crisp winter white, a rich emerald green and a chunky gold glitter topper.

Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasures 3-Piece Holiday Gift Set

Available exclusively at Walmart, this Garnier Whole Blends holiday gift set is the ultimate bang for your buck. It comes with full-sized hair-care essentials, including a repairing shampoo and conditioner, and a leave-in treatment. Give the gift of soft, nourished hair this holiday season.

NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Flamingo Frost Eyeshadow Palette

For your friend who loves recreating elaborate makeup looks from Instagram, check out the NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Flamingo Frost Eyeshadow Palette. This 16-pan palette has something for everyone, from shimmery green and brown shades to bright pink pops of color.

Tower 28 Lip Drip Cookie Butter Lip Gloss Set

Inspired by sweet holiday treats, the Tower 28 Lip Drip Cookie Butter Lip Gloss Set consists of two gorgeous glosses that look good enough to eat. The limited-edition Chestnut shade has a shimmery finish and the bestselling Chill shade is the perfect clear lip gloss. Your friend or loved one will adore the velvety, non-sticky feel of Tower 28’s Lip Jelly formula.

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