It’s time for the third holiday gift guide in my series. Monday’s Holiday Gift Guide was Makeup for Beginners, while Tuesday’s Holiday Gift Guide was Makeup for Intermediates. Can you guess what today’s Holiday Gift Guide is?
On Monday I mentioned that a clear mascara would be good for a beginner, and yesterday I mentioned that when that beginner was ready to move to the next step that Benefit’s They’re Real Mascara was a great next step. Today I bring you the next mascara in that line, YSL’s Babydoll Mascara. This is a mascara that makes the lashes look PHENOMENAL! It adds tremendous length, volume, and separates like ain’t nobody’s business. To tell you how great this mascara is I would totally use it on any bride that was getting married, that’s how great this mascara is!
2 | Mac Prep + Prime
Primer is a great step for an advanced makeup user, especially one that’s doing makeup tutorials. They’re going to want that foundation to be FLAWLESS and a good primer is a great first step for this. Mac’s Prep + Prime is a great primer for this as it absorbs extra oils in the skin as well as counteracting any redness in the skin. Also, while it does absorb the extra oil it does not dry out the skin so it’s great for all skin types.
3 | Clarisonic Mia
Clarisonic’s are a nifty little device that hit the market a few years back. Essentially this product helps your cleanser penetrate deeper into your skin. This would partner beautifully with a refill of the Philosophy Purity Cleanser from yesterday’s list. As a self-proclaimed beauty guru I can tell you that this little baby is for sure on my Christmas wishlist.
4 | Sigma Mr. Bunny Travel Kit
Another item on my personal wishlist are the Sigma Mr. Bunny Travel Kit brushes. This is a great set as it comes with a few face brushes, eye brushes, and a carrying cup to store them in. The cup also closes and snaps together for traveling. This set also comes in a regular set of brushes, instead of the fluffier Mr. Bunny, which can be purchased in different colors. These brushes are of excellent quality and are loved by beauty guru’s all over YouTube.
Again if all fails resort to a gift card. However, for a beauty guru Sephora might be a better bet than Ulta as it carries high end products that are on the lower side and the higher side of the spectrum. The gift recipient will find products from brands like Benefit, Dior, and even Chanel.
I really want to try that Clarisonic Mia. That would be a great stocking stuffer idea for myself. 😉
The Clarisonic Mia has been on my wishlist for awhile. I’m thinking of making it my stocking stuffer this year lol
I’ll take one of each, please. 🙂 I so want the Clarisonic and the makeup brushes.
All of these items are on my wishlist for Christmas and I LOVE those brushes so much!
I’m no guru… but I still think I’d love most of whats on this list 🙂
I have heard great things about that Mac Prep and Prime…like it’s amazing.
I always see people raving about Clarisonics – maybe I’ll have to try one. Is there any easy/cheap beginner version?
Olay makes a cheaper version that you can sometimes find on sale in your local drugstore. It’s not AS good as the Clarisonic, but it is a good starter version.
I must try YSL’s Babydoll Mascara – sounds FAB!
I use a mixture of honey and essential oils to clean my face – I wonder how the Clarisonic Mia would help with that
My aunt has the Clarisonic Mia and has been raving about it! I want!
Love this.. the mascara and primer sound great. I am in the market for a new primer… I am going to check this out!
I am a mascara mama. I don’t leave home without it. But other than that, I don’t wear too much make-up. Don’t get me wrong, I love to get glammed up. But, as a mom of 2 under 4 there just isn’t much time!! Advice to a minimalist: What’s the one thing you can’t live without?
Denise
Lipstick is the one thing I can’t live without. I have to have some kind of lip product on at all times. 🙂
Oooo you have caught my eye with that Sephora gift card! Although I’m not a makeup guru but I love my lipstick and lip gloss.
The cosmetics you showed here look so luxurious and wonderful. It makes me want to go out and get cosmetics today.
I have been dying for a Mia. Last year my husband instead bought me a Clairol Professional RX thing. It does okay but I know it is nothing compared to the Mia. Hopefully this year my dream will come true.
I keep hearing about that Mac primer. I suppose I should try it. I’m not much of a make up girl but I do like to have a few trusty go to products that give good results when I need them.
I have been meaning to buy a primer. I will give this one a try. Thank you for such great suggestions on makeup to use. Ill check out your other makeup guides as well.
I would love to find some great mascara that is really dark and fills out my lashes. Waterproof mascara just doesn’t look the same. I should give these a try!
This is such a great idea! I’m totally loving it!