- These beauty finds under $25 prove that gifts don’t have to cost a fortune.
- From $2 coffee-infused face masks at Target to $20 double-ended beauty sponges from Givenchy, these gifts are certainly not cheap in quality.
- Here are 25 of our favorite affordable beauty gifts. And if you need more gifting inspiration, check out all of our gift guides here.
Between your family, friends, partners, friends’ partners, co-workers, dog walkers, and the barista who knows your coffee order, gifting can add up – especially if you’re tempted to treat everyone.
We’ll never tell you not to splurge on a great gift, but if you’re looking for something more affordable, we’ve rounded up 25 beauty gifts all under $25. They’re even ordered from low to high so you can shop within your budget.
The top 5 best beauty gifts under $25:
- A gold-foil firming face mask ($7)
- A gift set with six of Sephora’s most popular products ($10)
- A rose gold hairbrush from celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess ($14)
- A super-popular curling wand from Revlon that won’t damage hair ($16.75)
- A customizable mascara and eyeliner set from Glossier ($25)
Here are 25 affordable beauty gifts that fit your beer budget and their Champagne tastes:
A coffee-infused face mask
Target Beauty Coffee Exfoliating Sheet Mask, $2, available at Target
The next best thing to a cup of coffee, this caffeine-infused face mask will help exfoliate and wake up their complexion even as they wind down with a screening of “Hamilton” on Disney Plus.
Makeup removing wipes
Eyeko Mascara Off Eye Makeup Remover Wipes available at Amazon for $6.30
These cotton wipes are made with olive oil and aloe to help remove waterproof makeup and hydrate delicate skin at the same time. The resealable packaging helps prevent the wipes from drying out.
A hydrating gold-foil face mask
ACURE Foil Time Firming Gold Foil Mask, $7, available at Amazon
Make them feel like a million bucks with this gold foil mask. The foil adheres to the skin better than cotton (which is what many masks use), and it's infused with vitamin C and turmeric to create a healthy glow.
A relaxing pillow spray
REN Clean Skincare And Now to Sleep Pillow Spray, $25, available at Sephora
Help maximize their sleep with this little pillow spray. It contains notes of frankincense - which is known to help decrease anxiety - as well as hops and lavender.
A collection of eye makeup brushes
EcoTools Start the Day Beautifully Kit Makeup Brush Set for Foundation, $9.98, available at Amazon
This kit has all the brushes you'd need to apply and blend foundation, concealer, eyeshadow, and more. Everything fits inside the sleek tray organizer with room to spare for your most-used products, and there's even a card with makeup inspiration should they want it on bleary-eyed mornings.
Soothing hand masks
Sephora Collection Hand Mask, $5, available at Sephora
These hand masks will soothe and nourish for baby-soft hands as they chill out and relax on the couch.
Hello! by Sephora
Sephora Favorites Hello! Holy-Grail Greats, $10, available at Sephora
This set features six of Sephora's most popular beauty, skin-care, and fragrance samples. If they fall in love with any of the samples, the gift set comes along with a 15% off voucher that can be used on one full-sized version of any of the products included in the kit.
A sleek hair brush
Kristin Ess Style Assist Medium Detangling Hair Brush, $14, available at Target
Hairbrushes are one of those things everyone needs but probably doesn't own. Or if they do, it's from a decade ago and has seen better days. Help upgrade their tools with this pretty rose gold brush; the nylon bristles will detangle and smooth hair easily.
A mini matte lipstick trio
Pat McGrath Labs Mini MatteTrance Lipstick Trio, $25, available at Sephora
This paraben-free, ultra-pigmented trio features tiny but mighty editions of Pat McGrath Labs' MatteTrance lipsticks. Choose from two versions, each with different colors, to help them discover their favorites.
A skincare duo for those looking to change it up
Drunk Elephant Nice to Meet You Duo, $24, available at Sephora
This brightly packaged cleanser and moisturizer set is vegan, cruelty-free, and appropriate for all four basic skin types. The duo can be used to introduce new ingredients to the skin, so it's great for those who love to switch up their skincare routine and discover new products.
High-quality nail polish
Olive & June Nail Polish, from $8, available at Olive & June
If they like to change up their nails more often, this polish (which is free of some of the more toxic chemicals commonly found in nail products) comes ready to gift. All you have to do is choose their favorite color.
A set of cult-favorite lip balms
Smith's Rose Bud Tin Set, $16, available at Urban Outfitters
I've been using the OG Smith's Rosebud for more than a decade and it's never failed to moisturize my lips, soothe windburned hands, smooth baby hairs, and more. This set comes with the original as well as a mint and a strawberry version.
A fun makeup pouch
Charlotte Tilbury Printed Cotton-Canvas Cosmetics Case, $16, available at Net-A-Porter
This lip print makeup bag doubles as a fun clutch. If it gets marked up with stray lipstick or eyeliner, just toss it in the washing machine and it'll come out looking like new.
A clean fragrance sampler set
PHLUR Fragrance Discovery Set, $18, available at Credo Beauty
If they're trying to transition into clean beauty, PHLUR makes great clean fragrances that don't use questionable ingredients like parabens, phalates, and more. This sampler set includes three of the most popular scents and there's enough fragrance to last a month so they can test them out before landing on a favorite.
Read our review of PHLUR's fragrances here.
A colorful nail polish set
Deborah Lippman Supervixen Little Wonders Gel Lab Pro Color Nail Polish Set, $19, available at Sephora
Gel nail polish lasts longer than the traditional ones, meaning they don't have to waste time doing their nails every three days. This set includes a creamy nude and a shimmery pink that can be worn solo, layered, or used together in a cool design.
Lip balm they can keep in every bag
Mario Badescu Lip Balm Trio, $20, available at Macy's
I have at least five Mario Badescu lip balms and keep one in every jacket pocket and bag, it's that good. This set includes three balms - Original, Rose, and Mint. I'm partial to the OG, but they're all really hydrating and they all go on clear so I can wear lipstick or lip gloss right on top without worrying about muddying up the colors.
A double-ended makeup blender
Givenchy Beauty Matissime Velvet Makeup Blender, $20, available at Net-A-Porter
The conical shape of this makeup blender makes it a versatile tool for any kind of look. The longer side is ideal for hard-to-reach areas like the inner corners of your eyes or around the nose while the shorter is great for foundation and blush.
A trio of fan-favorite waterproof eyeliner
Tarte Eyeliner Trio, $18, available at Tarte Cosmetics
This travel-friendly trio of Tarte's popular eyeliners is an impressive value; you might want to get a set for yourself too. The eyeliners come in three wearable shades - black, brown, and a dark burgundy that looks basically like brown - and they're double-ended too with a gel formula on one side and a liquid on the other.
A customizable lipstick case
Guerlain Rouge G Customizable Lipstick Case, $22, available at Nordstrom
If they collect lipsticks like it's their job, they'll love this customizable Guerlain lipstick case. It's a magnetic and mirrored case that fits the brand's iconic Rouge G lipsticks and comes in 21 different colors and textures.
A super-popular curling wand that won't damage hair
Remington 1"-1.5" Pearl Ceramic Conical Curling Wand, $16.75, available at Amazon
The 10+ heat settings and ceramic coating on this popular curling wand helps prevent heat damage, while the cool tip at the top helps prevent early morning accidents.
A mini lip pencil and blush they can stash at their desk
NARS Mini Blush & Bronzer Duo, $24, available at Nordstrom
If they love NARS's flattering Laguna Bronzing Powder and Orgasm Blush shades, they'll love this duo. It even comes in one compact set so it's ready for gifting.
A perfume sampler
Pinrose Good Intentions Sampler Kit, $25, available at Sephora
Save yourself the trouble of figuring out what perfume they might like with a sampler set like this. It has eight mini sprays so they can find their new favorite.
A trio of hair repairing sprays and masks
Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Repair + Strengthen Travel Kit, $25, available at Briogeo
Tide them over until they can get to their hairstylist with a trio of reparative hair-care products. This set even comes in a zippered canvas pouch they can use for traveling too.
An eye makeup duo that you can customize
Glossier Lash Slick + Colorslide Duo, $25, available at Glossier
Pair the top-rated fiber mascara with any of the 14 different gel eyeliners for a customized gift that matches their vibe.
An elevated rose quartz roller
Sonia Kashuk Rose Quartz Roller, $15, available at Target
Facial rolling can be cathartic on weeknights when all they want to do is watch Netflix and drink wine. This cute double-sided roller has a larger side for their forehead and cheeks, while the smaller end is great around their eyes, nose, and chin.