This season we’re forgoing dusty tinsel and wonky ornaments for these gorgeous beauty and fragrance gifts. We’re still undecided as to whether they’re gifts disguised as decorations or decorations disguised as gifts. Whatever the verdict, they definitely add a heightened sense of drama and anticipation to the Christmas tree or table setting. We’ve been enjoying inviting guests and friends to help themselves to a treat from our Christmas tree for a little pre-Christmas Day gifting fun.
Patchology Eye Gel Kit, $26
If there’s one time of year in particular that eye gel pads come in extra handy, it’s December. Choose from Rosé Eye Gels (serve chilled) to Bubbly, Illuminating, Rejuvenating, or Restoring Night Eye Gels. Every adult household should have these on the tree.
Origins Glow Boosting Duo, $37
Get into the glow with Origins brightening serum and refreshing eye cream. It’s all you need to look merry and bright, thanks to ingredients such as coffee seed oil and vitamin C.
By Terry Lip Care Ornament, $32
Luscious lip treats are always welcome. This By Terry Terryfic Glow Baume de Rose is decadently lavish and makes an ideal hanging ornament gift.
Charlotte Tillbury Hypnotising Pop Shot, $56
This bejewelled case is all the decoration your tree needs. But that’s just the beginning – inside the gorgeous keepsake case are diamond-inspired pigmented pops of eye colour.
Synergie Skin Bon Bon Package, $35
For anyone who made the nice list! This luxe Christmas cracker opens to reveal two deluxe mini skincare products (the award-winning Synergie Skin Vitamin B serum and ReClaim luxurious anti-ageing moisturiser, plus, a sample sachet of ImprovEyes Night).
Tocca Mini Perfume Deluxe Set, $88
We LOVE mini sets for just this reason. These beautifully presented bottles make a gorgeous addition to your Christmas tree (or table setting) as a deliciously fragrant gift for guests to enjoy. Just pop a pretty ribbon around the next of the bottle and voila, instant decoration.
CIRCA Pine & Snow Gum Scent Stems, $16.95
Set the festive scene and bring your Christmas tree to life with these clever hanging scent stems. Use it to enhance the scent of your real tree or give your artificial tree the smell of a freshly cut Christmas tree.
MECCA MAX Eyeshadow Quad, $14
Enjoy on-the-go glam with these four buttery eyeshadow shades from fail-proof neutrals to show-stopping shimmers.
NARS Shine On Duo, $43
Swipe and shine for mirror-like gloss and vivid colour with this NARS mini lip duo in the iconic dusty rose shade Dolce Vita.
Eve Lom Gift Set Ornament, $40
Radiant skin in a box. This Eve Lom Iconic Cleanse ornament delivers a taste of the iconic 5-in-1 cleaner balm (renowned for helping melt away makeup, even waterproof formulas).
Mecca Cosmetica To Save Face Cracker, $26
The gift that keeps on giving – Superscreen SPF50+ is Mecca Cosmetica’s black-label sunscreen. Think serious SPF in a luxe cream designed to sit beautifully under make-up.
Isle of Paradise, $22
Get your summer glow on with these mini but mighty self-tanning drops. The perfect treat for enjoying that healthy holiday glow year round. Just add to your normal moisturiser and enjoy a radiant tan.
Malin + Goetz, $37
The ultimate handy Christmas gift with a vitamin-rich (including Vitamin B5) hand cream and lip moisturiser. Pocket-sized beauty goodies are perfect summer handbag and beach bag accessories.
This Works Sleep Kit, $29
What better gift than a helping hand to relax and calm? This bespoke sleep-inducing trio encourages a more restful night’s sleep with Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, Stress Check Mood Manager, and Stress Check Roll.
Kylie Beauty Reindeer Ornament, $30
High gloss lip colour with this limited-edition reindeer ornament. Contains a full-sized High Gloss in Daddy’s Girl, a shimmery, sheer baby pink.
Laura Mercier Setting Powder Ornament, $22
Officially gift a token of affection with this Laura Mercier ornament, featuring the bestselling Token of Affection setting powder. Delivers a touch of sheer coverage with a soft matte finish to set makeup flawlessly for 16 hours.
Diptyque Holiday EDP Discovery Set, $198
We used this gorgeously fragrant EDP set of five Diptyque fragrances to make our own luxe Christmas crackers/bonbons, putting one fragrance inside each cracker and popping them in the tree. If even that’s too crafty for you (seriously, we just rolled them up in nice paper and tied the ends), they’re slender enough to fit inside store-bought crackers.
Circa Sea Salt and Vanilla Ornament, $20.95
There’s magic in the air, with this Circa candle ornament. Just follow your nose to find the evocative delight hidden in the tree branches. Includes a 60g Sea Salt & Vanilla candle.
Lanolips Ornament, $17.50
Lanolips lip moisture and protection perfectly presented on a keyring, making the ideal accompaniment wherever you drive this summer.
Too Faced Christmas Bake Shop, $88
No need to even wrap this – just thread a ribbon through the case and hang it from the tree. The limited-edition make-up collection is packed with glam palettes such as Mistle-toasted, Oh, (Ginger) Snap, Yule Love It, and Make It Rein(deer).
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