Holiday Gift Guide

The Gift List

Cosmetics, Hair and Body Care for Your Beauty

Moda Brushes

100 percent vegan Moda brushes are perfect for all your makeup application needs. The Mythical Celestial Blue Travel Kit is perfect for looking great on weekend trips. The Prismatic Powder Kit helps create the perfect makeup foundation, and the Mwah’ Full Face Kit contains great brushes to use everyday . Prices vary, at www.walmart.com.

Tweezerman Lil’ Buddies Blender Sponges

Create the perfect smoke, shadow and contour with these Tweezerman Lil’ Buddies Blender Sponges, 3 petite sponges, $10. Tweezerman also has a great glam gift, their champagne shimmer gift set which includes an eyelash curler and slant tweezer, $36, both at www.tweezerman.com.

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipsticks

For moisturized matte lips this holiday season, Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution Lipsticks are the perfect solution. Each shade softens, hydrates and protects lips, $34, also great holiday eyeshadow and lipgloss kits at www.charlottetilbury.com.

L’Occitane En Provence Immortelle Reset Serum

L’Occitane’s new Immortelle Overnight Reset Oil in Serum revitalizes skin as you sleep. Combining Acmella Oleracea, marjoram and essential oil from Corsica, this serum leaves skin refreshed and smooth, $59 at https://usa.loccitane.com.

Dear by Renee Youth Hydraserum

This concentrated Hyaluronic acid serum with caviar provides intense hydration smoothing the appearance of fine lines, $89 at www.dearbyrenee.com.

Merle Norman Cosmetics

Merle Norman Cosmetics offers mascara, blush and shadows for every holiday event. Their fat lash mascara ($25) plumps lashes for maximum volume. Cheek crayons go on creamy to enhance cheeks with blush, bronze and highlights ($20) at www.merlenorman.com.

BITE Giftsets

The perfect morsel for any makeup maven is the gift of BITE. Their Sweet Treats Party Prep and Holiday Hangover kits ($12) include lip care minis Agave lip mask, lip balm and agave lip scrub; and their Four Little Bites Lipstick Set ($25) includes shades for every season. The Agave Treat Trio includes three lip masks in candy cane, maple and natural shades ($18), all at www.bitebeauty.com.

Biossance Love Your Face Kit

Biossance’s Love Your Face kit will brighten up any complexion with antioxidant cleansing oil, peptide eye gel, phyto-retinol serum, vitamin e rose oil and an omega repair cream sachet. $42 at https://biossance.com.

Nanacoco Professional Shimmer Products

Add some glam to lips and skin with Nanococo Professional’s metallic lip gloss ($8.50) and Glitzn face and body shiny pigments ($7.50) available at www.bbfull.com.

Arbonne Glow & Go and Moisturizing Lip Balm Trio

Look beautiful all winter with Arbonne’s Glow & Go holiday set including mascara, sheer glow highlight stick and lip gloss ($75) and moisturizing lip balm trio with sweet vanilla, peppermint and rose flavors ($35), at www.arbonne.com.

Jane Iredale Festive Holiday Make Up

Be the life of every holiday party with these pretty festive arrivals from Jane Iredale. The Limited Edition Let’s Party eye shadow kit includes five super-saturated shades with shimmer and botanical extracts to soothe and protect skin ($59), Limited Edition Dance with Me refillable compact in a pretty rose gold tone with mirror ($20) and Limited Edition Kiss and Tell stain and gloss set with light salmon, rosy pink and clear shimmer shades ($45), all at www.janeiredale.com.

Dapper Dad Gift Set

This natural wood gift crate is filled with essentials for the stylish dad. Your well-groomed guy will love the leather travel shoe care kit, the Gentlemen's Hardware pocket manicure tool & cuff links & tie bar set and the Havana 19 reclaimed beer glass candle and the premium bourbon truffle cigars, $149 at www.1800baskets.com.

Burst Sonic Toothbrush

Sparkle this holiday season with a dazzling smile that’s to Burst rose gold sonic toothbrush. Its sleek design with charcoal coasted bristles provides high quality oral care in a stylish package, $69.99 at www.burstoralcare.com.

Elemis Pro Collagen Rose Cleansing Balm

Elemis deep cleaning pro collagen balm dissolves makeup and daily grime leaving a soft glowing complexion, $99 at www.elemis.com.

Philosophy Holiday Sets

Philosophy offers a variety of gift sets making it easy to pick the perfect fragrance, moisturizer, cleanser, bath and body present for everyone on your list. Snow Angel, Shimmering Snowlace, Vanilla Velvet Truffle, Christmas Cookie and Candy Cane shampoo, gel and bubble baths are great stocking stuffers. Gift sets include All the Way Home ($55), Gingerbread House ($42) and Warm and Cozy Advent Calendar ($39) and feature shampoos, gels, bubble bathes, lotions, facial washes and moisturizers all at www.philosophy.com.

L:A Bruket Skincare

L:A Bruket brings natural and organic sknincare from Sweden to the States with products to protect and nourish skin and hair. Their Broccoli Seed Serum hydrates skin and stimulates cell renewal ($62) and their make up remover ($36) includes castor, jojoba and meadowfoam oils to nourish and soften skin, at https://labruket.usa.com.

La Collezione by Skin & Co Roma

Treat your skin with the indulgence of La Collezione truffle therapy including black winter truffles. These products will keep skin refreshed, hydrated and glowing. The gift set includes truffle therapy serum, cleaning foam, toner, cleansing oil, cream, eye concentrate and hand cream, $140 at http://skinandcoroma.com.

Perlier Honey Lip Balm Three Piece Set

This Italian moisturizing lip balm guarantees kissable lips in any weather, $29.95 at https://www.hsn.com.

Wunder 2 Perfect Selfie HD Photo Finishing Power and Kabuki Brush

For flawless skin anytime, try Wunder 2’s Perfect Selfie HD Photo Finishing Powder. Use their Kabuki brush to create a poreless pixel perfect complexion, $22 at www.ulta.com.

Lovely Libations

Avion Single Origin Arego Tequila

Aged 2 years, this small batch Anejo tequila has a rich amber color and hints of vanilla, caramel and coconut, $67 at www.tequilaavion.com.

Reposado Tequila Corralejo

Aged 6 months in French oak barrels, this 100 percent Agave tequila has notes of lemon, lime, honey and peppercorn, $22.99 at www.totalwine.com.

Bluecoat American Dry Gin

Made with 100 percent botanicals, Bluecoat American Dry Gin has a bright finish and is perfect for a shaken martini. Distilled in copper pots, this gin has notes of juniper, bitter orange, lemonade and coriander, $24.99 at https://bluecoatgin.com.

Chambord Liquor

This all natural raspberry liqueur is infused with raspberries and black berries and blended with cognac, vanilla and black currant. $32.99 at https://www.chambord.channel.com.

FAIR Quinoa Vodka

Made with quinoa sourced from the Andean mountains, FAIR vodka is considered a super food because of its natural content, $29.99 at www.totalwine.com.

Naked Grouse Whisky

This best selling whisky in Scotland gives us Naked Grouse, a full flavored whisky with hints of currants, chocolate and baked apples, $29.99 at www.totalwine.com.

Old Forester Whiskey

Old Forester, the first bottled bourbon and the only bourbon sold before, during and after Prohibition by the same family, has released 1910 Old Fine Whiskey, the final installment joining 1870 Original Batch, 1897 Bottled in Bond and 1920 Prohibition Style whiskeys, $57.99 at www.totalwine.com.

Diddy + Ciroc Vodka Launch Ciroc Black Raspberry

Just in time for fall and winter cocktails, Diddy + Ciroc Vodka have released their new Ciroc Black Raspberry limited edition flavor. $39.99, order at www.reservebar.com/ciroc-black-raspberry.

Beau Joie Brut Rosé

This pinot noir and chardonnay blend Brut Rosé makes a great pairing for holiday meals, toasting on New Year’s Eve and as a hostess gift. The copper casing adds an elegant touch, with notes of watermelon, strawberry and citrus, $99.99 at www.wine.com.

Humm Kombucha New Flavors

Enjoy the gift of probiotics with Humm Kombucha, with new flavors including ginger juniper and raspberry hops, $2.99 at www.hummkombucha.com.

Teas and Coffees for Cold Winter Nights

Tealeaves

Tealeaves holiday collection has something for everyone on your list. Their big collection is a tea lovers dream with 30 teabags, and smaller Grey collection, Winter Wellness and Happily Ever After gift sets include tins and pouches of tea and stainless steel infusers, $23.95 to $46.95 at www.tealeaves.com.

Tea Forte

Tea Forte’s holiday inspired Warming Joy collection brings together festive and comforting teas include rum raisin biscotti, raspberry ganache winter chai, spiced ginger plum and ginger snap. Available in a variety of sizes, perfect to enjoy with their Kati Steeping Cup & Infuser ceramic tumbler with stainless steel infuser, various prices at www.teaforte.com.

Davids Tea

Davids Tea has launched a bounty of holiday tea inspired gifts including 24 days of tea, teas to love and more sleeps gift sets; new candy cane crush, caramel shortbread and zest wishes flavors and beautiful color changing Nordic cups as well as dozens of gift sets of teas, various prices, www.davidstea.com.

Nespresso Limited Edition Festive Collection

Nespresso has teamed with interior designer India Mahdavi to create their new Parisian Gourmandise-inspired limited edition festive collection. This new collection includes coffees in the traditional flavors of Parisian patisseries including macaroons, madeleines and pralines as well as a range of accessories, various pricing, all at www.nespresso.com.

Verve Coffee Holiday Offerings

Give the gift of barista quality pour over coffee with Verve’s blend x dripkit offering Verve’s holiday blend coffee with no prep or clean up required. Also great are their new Gesha and Holiday Blend releases in 12 ounce bags and new Flash Brew ready to drink cold brew, perfect for stocking stuffers, prices vary at https://www.vervecoffee.com/.

Bulletproof Coffee Launches New Flavors

Bulletproof Coffee, packed with protein, butter and no sugar, has launched two new flavors, Vanilla latte + collagen protein and dark chocolate + collagen protein. These and all Verve products are available at www.bulletproof.com.

TAZO Teas for the Holidays

Any tea lover will adore the gift of TAZO teas, especially their organic baked cinnamon apple tea, perfect for cold winter nights, various prices, available at www.tazo.com.

Chocolates for Your Better Half

La Maison Chocolates

La Maison du Chocolates new nine piece chocolate box sets the stage for a trip to Paris depicting the City of Lights in a variety of fragrances and flavors including orange and dark chocolate; mango gelee, vanilla and jasmine flowers; lemon and honey and ginger and lemon with dark almond praline. 16 piece box, $54, available at www.lamaisonduchocolat.us.

Ethel M Chocolates

Hand crafted in Las Vegas, Nevada, Ethel M Chocolates has a wide variety of sweet choices this holiday season. Their holiday advent calendar includes 24 pieces chosen from over 30 possible chocolate flavors ($60), or choose from a variety of boxed chocolates including their champagne & Cordials collection ($25), centerpiece collection ($100) or creating your own festive green tin ($35), all available at www.ethelm.com.

See’s Candies

Everyone loves a box of See’s Candies, especially their special holiday sweets. Choose from a festive Christmas tree box, Santa’s list box, milk chocolate Santa’s, Christmas lollipops, butter treats, ornaments gift pack, assorted peppermints and marshmallow trees, prices vary, www.sees.com.

K + M Chocolates Launches New Holiday Flavors

Chef Thomas Keller and olive oil maker Armando Manni have added new chocolate bar flavors to their K + M ExtraVirgin Collection. Milk chocolate cocoa nibs now joins the lineup and they are also offering a holiday four pack of bars for $49.95, visit www.kellermannichocolate.com.

Foodie Favorites

Protein & Probiotics Hot Oatmeal

thinkThin, makers of protein rich food, have launched their first hot probiotics oatmeal. It’s gluten free and comes in cinnamon almond, maple pecan and blueberry harvest flavors, a perfect start to any winter morning.

Comvita Manuka Honey

This honey from New Zealand tastes great but is also prized for its unique health properties. Made from the nectar of the Manuka flower, $23.99 and up at www.comvita.com.

Popcorn Factory Cookies & Crème Popcorn

Snuggle up on cold winter nights with a movie and The Popcorn Factory’s cookies and crème popcorn, $15 at www.thepopcornfactory.com.

Lagostina's Giada De Laurentis Dutch Oven

This new 4 quart Dutch Oven with a tri-ply copper base is perfect for both cooking and presenting dishes. A great addition for any cook's kitchen, $49.99 at www.macys.com.

Murray’s Cheese

Perfect as a hostess gift, potluck addition or entertaining during the holidays, Murray’s Cheese has the perfect mix of cheeses, meats and snacks for everyone.

Try their Greatest Hits crate including English Cheddar, Brie, Gruyere and Manchego with almonds, cherry preserves and crackers, $95 at www.murrayscheese.com.

Omaha Steaks

Omaha Steaks make a perfect gift for any meat lover. With a variety of burgers, meatballs, steaks, chops, sides and desserts, you can give the gift of gourmet meals to everyone on your list. Prices vary, www.omahasteaks.com

Culture Republick Light Ice Cream

Culture Republick Light Ice Cream has launched a line of light ice creams with probiotics, perfect for topping pies this holiday season. Each pack is designed by an emerging artist and 10% of profits support the Arts in local communities. In LA, find the delicious dessert at Rite Aid or Albertsons.

Smartwater New Alkaline and Antioxident Waters

Smartwater has launched new ionized alkaline and antioxidant waters to keep you hydrated this holiday season, available at supermarkets and everywhere Smartwater is sold.

Eataly

Give the gift of Italy with Eataly’s variety of delicious holiday gift boxes. The Everyday Italian features both sweet and savory delicacies designed to delight any Italophile ($149.90); The Ultimate Olive Oil includes peppery and buttery olive oils ($99) and the Emilia Romagna ($79.90) includes Bologna favorites such as cherries, fresh pasta, balsamic vinegar, tomato paste and Bolognese ragu ($79), all at www.Eataly.com.

Mom in the Mail

A gift of Mom in the Mail warms every kitchen with delicious fresh baked cookies, a dozen treats in a variety of flavors, including chocolate chip with sea salt, toffee bars, kitchen sick cookies, cookies & cream cookies, maple pecan bars, fireside blondies and many others, go for $45 all at https://www.mominthemail.com.

Harry & David

Harry & David have gift boxes to match any craving. From Moose Munch bars and popcorns to huge sleighs of chocolates, coffee and truffles, anyone receiving a gift from Harry & David will feel special, prices vary, https://www.harryanddavid.com.

Something for the Fashionista

Levears

Make earrings look their best this holiday season with Levears earring lifts. These replace standard post earring backs and offer added support, lifting earrings. Available in gold, silver and stainless steel, $24.99 and up at www.levears.com.

Vionic Slip On Sneakers

Vionic’s miki velvet slip on sneaker is so plush you can wear it anywhere and look stylish while staying comfortable, $129.95 at www.vionicshoes.com.

Maui Jim

Look stylish while cutting glare and harmful UV rays with Maui Jim sunglasses. Choose from hundreds of frames and lenses, $249 and up at www.mauijim.com.

Alicia Adams Alpaca

Give the gift of comfort this season with Alicia Adams Alpaca scarves, wraps, capes and sweaters. their Alassio duo tone wraps ($355) made of baby Alpaca and silk are perfect for travelers on your list and their capes are a great wardrobe addition for winter and fall ($600), at www.aliciaadamsalpaca.com.

Flattering Fragrances

Prada

Gift sets of Prada fragrances never go out of style. For him, Prada Luna Rossa Carbon provides notes of bergamot, pepper, lavender and coal and for her La Femme Prada, a classic Prada scent with frangipani flower and iris, spices and tuberose, various gift sets from $93 and up at www.macys.com.

Paco Rabanne Million Lucky Gift Set

Any man will love this Paco Rabanne Million Lucky gift set, with earthy woody notes of hazelnut, green plum and cedar, includes a eau de toilette travel spray, eau de toilette spray and shower gel, $93 at www.macys.com.

Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier’s 3 piece Le Male Gift Set is perfect for nautical men, includes eau de toilette, aftershave balm and shower gel with notes of lavender, mint and vanilla, $96 at www.macys.com.

Build A Love Nest

Tulo Pillow

Give the gift of perfect sleep with this comfy pillow from Tulo with high density foam infused with titanium giving both strength and support, $89 at www.tulo.com.

Casper Sheet Sets

Casper’s weightless cotton sheet set is light and breathable, made from 100% cotton and airy super soft linen sheet set made from Belgian flax linen are guaranteed to provide sweet dreams, $75 to $250 at www.casper.com.