Makeup is such a versatile gift for ages young and old. Whether you’re helping a friend explore their creativity, topping up the kit of a die-hard makeup lover or gifting something new to someone who needs a little excuse to spend some time on themselves, makeup is the answer.

But with so many options, how do you choose what to gift? We’ve rounded up our favourite makeup finds of the season that will suit so many people on your list and offer some incredible value.

Basics by B Value Bundle

Call us bias but is there really a better gift than an all-in-one face palette (there’s two to choose from!) bundled with a luxury 10-piece brush set and two lip colours of your choice? This versatile gift pack is great for all ages and any makeup skill level. Each Face Palette contains five eyeshadows alongside a blush, bronzer and highlight, all buttery and super blendable.

Smashbox Always On Liquid Lip Set

With four mini liquid lipsticks, this versatile range of shades are a great top-up to anyone’s beauty bag. The long-wearing formula is super comfortable and richly pigmented so creating everything from a daytime work look to evening glam is foolproof.

Benefit Cosmetics The Great Brow Basics Kit

Benefit Cosmetics is synonymous with high-performing brow products that are easy to use and great for creating a huge range of brow styles. So, it should come as no surprise that this trio has everything anyone would ever need to tame their brows, fill in gaps and create natural looking definition. There are multiple shades to choose from too.

Laura Mercier Grand Overture Mini Caviar Stick Quartet

Perfect for make-up on-the-go, the well-loved Caviar shadow sticks from Laura Mercier allow you to create impactful eye looks in just seconds. This set comes with four minis of the super blendable sticks in a versatile shade range including both shimmer and a matte shade.

Pat McGrath Labs Mini Lip Fetish Lip Balm Trio

Iconic makeup artist Pat McGrath really hits everything she does out of the park. This trio of mini lip balms offer a light to medium coverage that can be layered for a more pigmented effect in three very wearable shades. They’re comfortable to wear, super hydrating and a gift-worthy intro into this legendary brand.

Kosas Keep It Clean Set

Clean beauty brand Kosas have put together three of their must-have makeup products in this cute little kit. It contains a full-size of the wet lip oil and hyaluronic lip fuel balm alongside a mini of their new clean mascara that promises long-lasting volume. It’s perfect for those who prefer fuss-free beauty basics without any hidden ingredients.

Dior Sparkling Couture Palette

When you really want to treat your loved ones but aren’t sure what their makeup vibes are, this palette is a go-to. It’s a multi-use set that comes with six eyeshadows, two blush shades, a highlighter, four lip colours and multi-use applicators so you can simply grab the palette and go. The shades are fairly universal and great for the holiday season.

Basics by B Luxury 10 Piece Vegan Brush Set

What better way to top off a stocking full off beauty buys than with a luxury brush set? This 10-piece collection has been carefully curated to give you everything needed to create a full face of makeup. It has a mix of eye, cheek and complexion brushes all made from the softest vegan bristles you’ll ever find.