{"id":16326,"date":"2016-12-07T07:00:10","date_gmt":"2016-12-07T12:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=16326"},"modified":"2016-12-07T07:00:10","modified_gmt":"2016-12-07T12:00:10","slug":"holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Gift Guide: The Best of Beauty!"},"content":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t stress if you can\u2019t find the perfect gift for your sister or you can\u2019t afford to splurge this season. We built a complete list of the best beauty products to gift this holiday season!\n\nFrom small and simple gifts to extravagant beauty hauls, here are the most coveted beauty choices for QC\u2019s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide!\n<div style=\"overflow: auto;\">\n\n<div class=\"half-1\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Giftsets\" >Giftsets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Bath_Beauties\" >Bath Beauties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Glam_Lips\" >Glam Lips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Bristle-toe\" >Bristle-toe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Festive_Fragrance\" >Festive Fragrance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Soothing_Candles\" >Soothing Candles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Have_a_Very_Hairy_Christmas\" >Have a Very Hairy Christmas!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/holiday-gift-guide-best-beauty\/#Nails\" >Nails<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Giftsets\"><\/span>Giftsets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nChristmas gift collections are perfect for the beauty guru in your life who loves to try new products!\n\nThese holiday gifts are ideal for a girl who loves high-end brands but doesn\u2019t splurge on her makeup collection.\n\nOur favorites include the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sephora.com\/wishes-do-come-true-kit-P410838?skuId=1829035&#038;icid2=products%20grid:p410838\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bumble and Bumble<\/a> kit for all hair types, the Too Faced <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sephora.com\/naughty-kisses-sweet-cheeks-set-P412758?skuId=1859867&#038;icid2=products%20grid%3Ap412758&#038;country_switch=us&#038;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Naughty Kisses &#038; Sweet Cheeks<\/a> set, and, for the skincare addict in your life, Laneige&#8217;s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sephora.com\/good-night-kit-P405940?skuId=1787316&#038;icid2=products%20grid:p405940\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Good Night<\/a> kit will give that winter glow with their nighttime beauty products<\/a>.\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"half-2\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"364\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_185728922-edit.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday beauty and makeup gift guide for Christmas 2016\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_185728922-edit.jpg 323w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_185728922-edit-266x300.jpg 266w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\nLike the element of surprise? Give an early gift with the Nyx <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nyxcosmetics.com\/wanderlust-advent-calendar\/NYX_389.html?cgid=whats-new\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wanderlust Advent Calendar<\/a>. These beauty surprises will build up excitement for the holidays!\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bath_Beauties\"><\/span>Bath Beauties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nWe all know someone who obsesses over bath products. Oh wait\u2026that\u2019s us! Fuel this fire with relaxing bath products and give a gift that will knock people off their feet (and probably straight into the tub\u2026)\n\nAnd what kind of kind of Christmas would it be for a bath lover without Lush products? The holiday favorites we crave are the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lushusa.com\/12-days-of-christmas\/06778.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">12 Days of Christmas<\/a> giftset and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lushusa.com\/northern-lights\/06875.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Northern Lights<\/a> bath bomb set. Or, if you\u2019re feeling a little silly, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lushusa.com\/bath\/bubble-bars\/santasaurus\/06817.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Santasaurus bubble bar<\/a> is super cute. These bath sets will turn the tub into a festive holiday retreat!\n\nYour gift will impress even the biggest bath enthusiast!\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glam_Lips\"><\/span>Glam Lips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nFor your lipstick-loving friends! Finding someone a new shade can be daring, but many lipstick lovers thrive on trying new colors!\n\nCheck out the MAC holiday collection. The lip color <a href=\"http:\/\/www.maccosmetics.com\/product\/13854\/44530\/products\/makeup\/lips\/lipstick\/lipstick-nutcracker-sweet#\/shade\/Leap_of_Delight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leap of Delight<\/a> is a luscious deep purple\u2014a trendy shade for every holiday party!\n\nBenefit\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.benefitcosmetics.com\/us\/en\/product\/big-sexy-lipstick-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">They\u2019re Real!<\/a> lip kit is another fabulous choice for the lipstick fiend in your life. Give them the gift of a plump pout in four different shades!\n\nBut if you\u2019re looking for the ultimate gift for a lipstick addict, check out the Nyx <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nyxcosmetics.com\/liquid-suede-cream-lipstick-vault\/NYX_382.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lipstick Vault<\/a>! With 24 shades of their Liquid Suede Lip Cr\u00e8me, there\u2019s no end to the style possibilities!\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_117540019-edit.jpg\" alt=\"Woman opening Christmas beauty and makeup gifts 2016\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_117540019-edit.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_117540019-edit-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bristle-toe\"><\/span>Bristle-toe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nA smart gift for any beauty addict in your life: new makeup brushes!\n\nBrush sets are a holiday favorite in the beauty department, whether you\u2019re looking for a stocking stuffer or splurging on a high-end gift! On the inexpensive side of the spectrum, we have the famous Elf brush sets. Not only are they reasonably priced, they do a good job! From <a href=\"http:\/\/www.elfcosmetics.com\/p\/6-piece-travel-brush-collection?dept=tools-brush-sets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel sets<\/a> to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.elfcosmetics.com\/p\/holiday-11-piece-brush-collection?dept=tools-brush-sets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">full collection<\/a>s, Elf is the place to start for holiday gifts.\n\nOn the other end of the spectrum, Sephora <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sephora.com\/double-time-double-ended-brush-set-P412579?skuId=1836402&#038;icid2=products%20grid:p412579\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">brush sets<\/a> are high quality\u2014but they also come with the price tag. Personally, I\u2019ve used my Sephora set for over 3 years and the brushes are in excellent shape! Just goes to show that you can\u2019t go wrong spending a few extra bucks.\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festive_Fragrance\"><\/span>Festive Fragrance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nWhen it comes to fragrance, you need to know what scents your friends and family enjoy. There\u2019s nothing worse than getting a gift that you will never use. So if you\u2019re buying perfume for someone else, a gift receipt is a good idea to include!\n\nThe best way to choose perfumes and scented lotions is to stick with subtle scents\u2014unless you\u2019re sure they\u2019ll love it! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bathandbodyworks.com\/home\/index.jsp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bath and Body Works<\/a> has a huge line of fragrances, and the holiday scents are to die for. Our favorites? The classic Sweet Pea and Vanilla Bean Noel!\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a perfume with a little more sophistication, look no further than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.victoriassecret.com\/gifts\/fragrance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Victoria\u2019s Secret<\/a>! Try the scents Tease (equipped with a cute vintage pump) and Bombshell. Both have character without being too overwhelming!\n<div style=\"overflow: auto;\">\n\n<div class=\"half-1\">\nNeed more justification for this pricey purchase? My Victoria\u2019s Secret perfume (100mL) lasted well over a year\u2014and I used it every day!\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Soothing_Candles\"><\/span>Soothing Candles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nEveryone loves a good-smelling candle, and we mean <i>everyone<\/i>!\n\nThe best places to look are Bath and Body Works (they have great holiday candles\u2014and they\u2019re usually on sale!) and Yankee Candle. It might seem steep to spend over $20 on a candle, but hey, it\u2019s Christmas! Plus, these babies are made to last.\n\nCheck out the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.yankeecandle.com\/product\/spiced-white-cocoa\/_\/R-1513569\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spiced White Cocoa<\/a> scent by Yankee Candle. Your home will smell like a piece of heavenly holiday cake!\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"half-2\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_117801517-edit.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas and holiday candles for Christmas gifts\u2014Bath and Body Works candles\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_117801517-edit.jpg 323w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_117801517-edit-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_a_Very_Hairy_Christmas\"><\/span>Have a Very Hairy Christmas!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nWe all love our lustrous locks, and the best way to keep them hydrated is with quality hair products. Give your friends the chance to splurge on their hair this winter!\n\nFor winter protection, this Verb <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sephora.com\/holiday-hydrate-kit-P413689?skuId=1835131&#038;icid2=products%20grid%3Ap413689&#038;country_switch=us&#038;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holiday Hydrate<\/a> kit will save hair from cold, dry days!\n\nOr do you have a friend who changes their hair color every chance they get? This Klorane <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sephora.com\/color-intense-ritual-kit-P413348?icid2=products%20grid:p413348&#038;skuId=1878800&#038;country_switch=us&#038;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Color Intense Ritual<\/a> kit will keep their hair vibrant and healthy!\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nails\"><\/span>Nails<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nIt\u2019s nearly impossible to narrow down a whole slew of nail polish brands to a couple of favorite shades\u2014but we\u2019ll do our best.\n\nThe OPI&#8217;s <a href=\"http:\/\/opi.com\/color\/collections\/breakfast-tiffanys#QIWIwwoCl6gZ0kXW.97\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Breakfast At Tiffany\u2019s<\/a> line is breathtaking. Bright colors, light colors, dark colors, and glitter! This is one of the most versatile color lines I\u2019ve seen in a while\u2014there\u2019s a shade for every occasion.\n\nNow let\u2019s move on to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.essie.com\/Colors.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Essie<\/a>. Known for their pastels and subtle colors, Essie has a shade for every type of girl. Gift a color that can be worn all year round, like a subtle gold!\n\nNail polish works as a gift since you can go classic or bold. There\u2019s always a hot shade steaming up the season, so stick with the latest trend!\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"447\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_298067102-edit.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday beauty and makeup gifts for a Christmas makeup look\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_298067102-edit.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/shutterstock_298067102-edit-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\nRemember, beauty isn\u2019t the only ingredient in these products! You\u2019ll inspire confidence, self-care, and cheerfulness\u2014a must for every holiday season!\n\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Get more holiday gift ideas from the QC Staff\u2019s must-have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2016\/01\/qc-staff-picks-our-winter-beauty-must-haves\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">winter beauty products<\/a>! These products work winter wonders!<\/h3><\/i>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Find the best beauty gifts for any girl this Christmas with our complete Holiday Gift Guide!","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":16329,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,34,108],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[418],"class_list":{"0":"post-16326","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-makeup-tips","8":"category-trends","9":"category-style"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Holiday Gift Guide: The Best of Beauty! - QC Makeup Academy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for a gift that will blow away the beauty lover in your life? 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