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Fail-safe gift ideas for the beauty-loving woman in your life

Erin Christie

Updated February 9, 2024 - 5.39am

If your girlfriend, wife, or partner loves beauty, you have an instant clue when it comes to buying her a gift. However, beauty products can feel like they're from another planet if you're not familiar, and it can be nearly impossible to gift the right one.

Makeup is tricky, given the colours have to match her skin tone. While skincare is a little easier, you don't want to drop $100 on a serum she doesn't like or need. Luckily, we've got some prior knowledge that'll help you out as Valentine's Day rolls around.

From skincare and makeup to hair tools and self-care products, these are our top-choice gifts for any die-hard beauty lover.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Skincare

SALT BY HENDRIX Eye Babe - Under Eye Masks Blue

Two for $29.95

For the girl who's always talking about eye creams or serums, these reusable eye masks will be a hit. Made of silicone, they lock in moisture to keep the under-eye area nice and hydrated.

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum

Buy it here for $242

The serum to end all serums, this item is pricey for a reason. It works wonders on the skin, helping to prevent early signs of ageing. If she's a beauty enthusiast, this is definitely on her list.

Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Duo Pack

Get the duo for $55.99

The best micellar water on the market, we promise she'll be excited to unwrap not one, but two bottles of the Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Water.

The Beauty Fridge Beauty Globes

$59.95 here

Designed to feel nice and cold against the skin, these massager globes will help reduce puffiness in her face. Gift these to the girl who struggles to wake up of a morning – she'll love the cool feeling of applying them first thing.

Haircare

ghd Duet Style Gift Set

Save $75 now

One of the latest product releases from hairstyling brand ghd, the Duet dries and smooths hair when it's wet, leaving you with a straightened, blown-out look. Give this one to the girl who is always waiting for her hair to dry before she styles it.

Dyson Supersonic™ Hair Dryer

Now $100 off

One of the best hair dryers on the market, the Dyson Supersonic will last her for years and years to come. Best of all, it's currently $100 off, which is rare for Dyson products. Make sure you get in quick!

Mermade Hair PRO Waver

Get it now for $109

For the girlfriend who wants a slight curl in her hair, the Mermade Hair PRO Waver has changed the way we curl. A heated tool with three barrels that give a bouncy, rounded look to the hair, she'll look like she's been spending all her time at the beach.

Makeup

Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation

$105 here

Buyer beware, it can be really hard to get the right foundation colour. However, this lightweight, luxurious foundation makes an amazing gift. If you're going to buy this for your partner you might be taking a bit of a risk, but here's how to make it pay off – scope out her makeup bag. Check for the best colour match before you order it, and you'll have a much better chance of getting it right.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Sugar Glow Kit

Get it for $76

Highlighter is another product that can be a little more difficult to colour-match, but gifting her four options in one palette is a brilliant way to show you've put thought into the gift. Now she can match her highlighter to her chosen makeup looks.

Spectrum Mykonos 6-Piece Brush Set

Buy them for $65.99

If the sight of her long-unwashed makeup brushes is starting to bother you, gift her six new ones. The Spectrum Mykonos set comes in a pretty blue and white colour scheme, and has brushes for applying a broad range of products.

Bobbi Brown Rose Glow Collection Crushed Lip Colour

$58 on Adore Beauty

If she loves a red lipstick, this will be quite a treat. This Bobbi Brown product has lip-loving ingredients and goes on more like a balm than a lipstick.

Self-care

Kahlia Skin LED Light Therapy Mask

$109 here

While on the more expensive side, this is something she'll get a lot of use out of.

Kosi Heat Pack

$74.95 here

For the girlfriend who has it tough when it comes to her period, this 360° heat pack will give comfort to both her stomach and back every month. Coming with a carry case, she can take it along as she travels – even if it's just to and from the office.

Tribe Skincare Pimple Patches

Get 84 for $19

While we wouldn't recommend gifting these if you're in a new relationship, they're an excellent product that so many women use. Pimple patches are a godsend, helping dry out breakouts for faster recovery – but you never know you need one right up until you do. Word of warning, make sure you give her something else with the pimple patches.

Black Blaze Curl Curl Candle

$59 on The Iconic

Women love candles! They're always a crowd-pleasing gift, but they're even better if you've put some thought into it. The Curl Curl Candle from Black Blaze is a little bit different in shape, scent and aesthetic, and is guaranteed to look good on her side table.