Grab your coziest cable-knit and get your wish lists in order—according to Sephora’s thriving gift set selection, holiday season is already here. Apologies if that sentence just gave you heart palpitations (how are we already nearing the end of October?!), but really, the beauty sets this season are truly some of the best I’ve ever seen. They’re so good, in fact, that I predict they’ll fly out of stock before the holiday season even begins—so, friends, make haste!
You see, most beauty brands will offer exclusive bundles of their hero products for gift-giving purposes, and some even introduce limited-edition shades—never to be seen again after the final pop of champagne on January 1. The latter tends to be highly coveted, like a beauty-lover collector’s item. (For example: One of my favorite blush palettes of all time was actually an Hourglass Cosmetics holiday release; people always beg to know where they can find it, but it’s one and done!)
That said, if a particular beauty set catches your eye on the early side, don’t wait. It could be gone (forever!) before you know it. I personally have 23 Sephora beauties on my radar, all of which you can find below to get a head start on your gift-giving. And if you’d rather snag a few for your own beauty cabinet? I won’t ever tell.
The 23 Best Beauty Gift Sets to Shop Now at Sephora
Summer Fridays
The Holiday Trio Set
Summer Fridays sets are always the first to sell out. I’d quickly take advantage of this trio, which includes a mini version of the brand’s cult-favorite Jet Lag Mask and two limited-edition flavors of the equally coveted Lip Butter Balm: Hot Cocoa and Toasted Marshmallow. So cozy.
Sol De Janeiro
Spritz the Season Cheirosa Perfume Mist Gift Set
You know that friend who *always* smells incredible? There’s a 90% chance they’re wearing Sol De Janeiro. Cheirosa 62 never fails to earn me compliments, and it’s even dreamier layered with the brand’s other best-sellers.
Kate McLeod
Winter Rituals Mini Body Stone Gift Set
Kate McLeod’s buttery lotion bars come in a variety of dreamy scents (my favorite is the Sleep Stone with lavender and chamomile), but the seasonal offerings here really amp up the sophistication. I dare you not to feel immediately at ease after nourishing your limbs with cardamom rose-infused oils. Not to mention, these solid bars were practically made for holiday travels—no goopy lotions making a mess in your carry-on.
Rhode
Holiday Glazed Trio Gift Set
A discounted Rhode trio has sellout potential written all over it. I love the Peptide Lip Tint in Jelly Bean (a soft, shimmery pink) all on its own, but the gloss is truly unmatched when you layer it over the Strawberry Glaze treatment.
Olehenriksen
Plumped Up Peptides Skincare Set
Calling all Ole fans: The brand is offering an exclusive, limited-edition flavor of their viral Pout Preserve. Introducing Grape Fizz, a smooth magenta tint that’s only available as part of the Plumped Up Peptides gift set. Considering it’s already generated over 3 million views across TikTok and Instagram before even hitting the shelves, I’d jump on it quick. Also of note: The award-winning Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer is one of my favorite face creams I own. (My fiancé steals it from me daily!)
Phlur
Mini Perfume Sampler Set
Okay, I’m squealing over these Phlur minis. Aside from the fact that it features the most viral best-sellers, I love how the packaging mirrors the full-sized bottles. You’ll never come across a travel spray this cute.
Saie
Best of Saie Mini Vanity Case Vault
The chic, cherry-red cosmetic case is reason enough to add to cart. Better yet, you’ll be equipped with Saie’s ultimate best-sellers, including it’s cult-loved glowy gel primer, liquid blush, baked powder blush, inky mascara, lip liner, and glossy lip oil.
Grande Cosmetics
Dynamite Lashes & Brows Holiday Gift Set
Fun fact: I was at a wedding recently and asked the bride if she was wearing lash extensions. (The beauty editor in me never takes a rest, clearly.) She told me I was the fourth person to ask her that question, and that no, she wasn’t—and no falsies either. She had been using GrandeLash for three months, and from there, I was immediately sold. It feels like fate the brand would launch a gift set with a mini and full-sized version, plus a brow serum and volumizing mascara, for good measure.
Merit
The Mini Flush Blush Balm Trio
As if Merit’s Flush Balm could receive any more hype. Don’t miss this cream blush trio, which features a secret, limited-edition shade called Redux—a warm, peachy-pink.
Glow Recipe
Best of Glow Hues – Tinted Serum, Cheek & Lip Gift Set
When I don’t want to wear a full face of makeup but still want to look put together, I reach for Glow Recipe’s tinted serums. The Hue Drops give me the most natural-looking, sun-kissed bronze, while the Dewy Flush adds a sheer pop of color to my complexion (and Berry Flush just so happens to be my favorite shade). Top it off with the tinted Glass Balm, and you’ll wind up with a stunning, subtle beat that doesn’t feel like makeup at all.
Prada Beauty
Mini Hydrating Lip Balm Holiday Gift Set
Just one Prada lip balm will set you back $50, so snagging two minis for $40 feels like such a steal. Not to mention the award-winning Astral Pink shade constantly flies out of stock, so I’d grab this duo while you still can.
Ouai
St. Barts Hair & Body Mist, Leave in Conditioner & Hair Oil Gift Set
If you want to smell like a permanent vacation (um, who doesn’t?), feel free to douse yourself in Ouai’s St. Barts scent from head to toe. People have actually come up to me and asked what perfume I’m wearing when I apply this leave-in conditioner; it smells that good.
Refy
Cream Blush Duo With Duo Face Brush Gift Set
Refy’s Duo Brush is the best makeup brush I’ve ever owned. Period. I use it every single day (no exaggeration), so spotting it with these two full-sized cream blushes made me genuinely stop mid-scroll.
Glossier
Sugar + Spice Balm Dotcom Lip Balm Duo Makeup Gift Set
Nothing gets me more hyped for the holidays than a peppermint bark- and ginger snap-flavored lip balm! The former has a clear tint with a frosty finish, while the former keeps it shimmer-free with a toasted taupe pigment. Both are limited-edition and equally dreamy, especially when housed in that adorable keepsake tin.
Laura Mercier
Mini Creme De La Creme Caviar Stick Eyeshadow Trio Gift Set
I dare you to find an eye shadow stick creamier than Laura Mercier’s. Here, you can score a trio of stunningly smooth shades, including a limited-edition frosty pink dubbed Rose Meringue.
Westman Atelier
Mini Baby Cheeks Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick Trio Gift Set
On the subject of ultra-creamy sticks, I’d be remiss not to highlight this blush trio from Westman Atelier. It features two of my all-time favorite shades, Petal and Chouchette (see them in action!), plus a new limited-edition hue called Jam—a rich berry.
Dieux
Heavenly Hydration Hydrate, Glow, and Firm Skincare Gift Set
Dry, chapped skin, where? This duo is all you need for balmy skin year-round. Pro tip: Apply the Air Angel cream first, then layer the Instant Angel moisturizer on drier, more sensitive areas. Your complexion will thank you with the dewiest glow in the a.m.
Soft Services
Buffing Bar Miniature Body Gift Set: Volume 1
Trust me, you don’t know soft, velvety skin until you’ve tried a Soft Services Buffing Bar. I’ll never forget the first time I used one and couldn’t stop touching the backs of my arms in disbelief—so smooth. Each of the four bars here feature the same microcrystals, glycerin, and shea butter to polish and hydrate the skin, but they have slightly different scents to upgrade your shower experience. Choose your own adventure—you can’t go wrong.
Nudestix
Mini Nude Natural Lips Kit
These lip and cheek balms are all you need for a stunning, monochromatic flush of color. Juicy and hydrating, the formula leaves your skin looking perfectly balmy, even in the throes of winter.
Sofie Pavitt Face
Nice Ice Frozen Toner Pods
I can literally feel my under-eyes deflating when I treat them to one of these niacinaimde-, glycerin-, and green tea-infused cubes, so I’m currently hoarding them for when I inevitably wake up puffy post-holiday travel. This limited-edition pack of three is the perfect size to toss in my carry-on.
Gisou
Glossy & Glazed Hair & Lip Oil Gift Set
There’s no better flex than glossy hair and juicy lips, IMO, especially during fall and winter when the air easily robs both of precious moisture. These hero hydrators from Gisou are always in my rotation for their ability to boost shine without ever feeling heavy or sticky, so it’d be foolish of me not to take advantage of the discounted set. A no-brainer buy for yours truly!
Kosas
Plump + Juicy Makeup Prep Skincare Set
How cute are these Kosas minis? I’ve personally gone through three bottles of that spray-on serum, but for those who aren’t totally sold, this is a smart set for you to test the skin-plumping waters. Be warned: You might feel the need to snag the full-sized version of each product (the spray-on serum, sunscreen, and lip balm) after flying through these.
Josie Maran
Topless Tangerine Treats Body Butter, Fragrance Mist, Sugar Scrub Gift Set
Tangerine? During fall? It’s not as off-brand as you might think, considering citrus season actually peaks in November. Regardless, this juicy bodycare set is worth a spot in your rotation. Josie Maran’s sugar scrubs and whipped body butters are truly a one-way ticket to silky-smooth limbs, and topping off with the matching fragrance mist ensures the vibrant, warm scent lingers for hours.
