We know the predicament when it comes to buying gifts for makeup lovers. Most likely, they have more bronzers, blushes, lipsticks, and eyeshadows than Huda Beauty herself, and truthfully, you have no clue what to get ’em. We did the hard work for you and rounded up the best pressies that aren’t makeup. Take a big sigh of relief and start shopping. These tokens of love are all winners.
Flowwow White and Milky Berries
Price: Dhs200, flowwow.com
Why it’s a great 🎁: Sweet treats are always a welcomed gift for makeup lovers. This Instagrammable spread of white chocolate and chocolate covered strawberries not only looks gorgeous but tastes oh-so-delicious. Trust us, we know. We tried them for ourselves.
Mio Liquid Yoga Bath Soak
via Instagram @mioskincare
Price: Dhs54, lookfantastic.ae
Why it’s a great 🎁: This bath soak contains zen-like ingredients to soothe a girl’s mind, body, and soul. It’s therapeutic infusion of lavender, peppermint, lemon, mandarin and eucalyptus soften skin and relax the senses. Makeup lovers are sure to appreciate this gift of self-care.
Foreo Mini Bear
Price: Dhs1050, namshi.com
Why it’s a great 🎁: Hi-tech beauty tools always make great gifts. This at-home microcurrent device lifts and tones for an anti-aging effect. It’s designed to enhance the curves and contours of the face for a spa-level treatment. Makeup lovers will obsess over it.
Slip Contour Silk Sleep Mask
via Instagram @slipsilkpillowcase
Price: Dhs267, bloomingdales.ae
Why it’s a great 🎁: Makeup lovers can protect their eyelash extensions with this innovative contoured eye mask. It’s perfect for jet setters and afternoon nappers alike as the mask is made from Slip’s much-loved exclusive silk.
Ancient & Brave Coffee + Collagen
via Instagram @ancientandbrave
Price: Dhs199, ounass.ae
Why it’s a great 🎁: Makeup lovers can’t help but appreciate the benefits of collagen to their skin. This skin-rejuvenator increases elasticity, plumps fine lines, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles. When combined with a delicious antioxidant-laden brew fortified with protein to keep her fuller longer, gifts like this one are easy pleasers.
Up-Fuse Lolita Multi-Way Bag
Price: Dhs217, up-fuse.com
Why it’s a great 🎁: We can’t think of a cuter bag to pack with lipsticks and lipglosses when makeup lovers are on the go. This handmade bag that can be converted into a clutch is sustainably made in Egypt. Each piece is unique, just like your gal.
Kurt Geiger Matthew Williamson Bucket Hat
Price: Dhs275, bloomingdales.ae
Why it’s a great 🎁: Bucket hats are trending hard at the mo and we have heart eyes for this turquoise beaute designed by British fashion designer, Matthew Williamson. It’s the perfect accessory for summertime selfies *and* to show off that beauty beat.
Girl’s Day at Saray Spa
Price: Dhs300, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, call +971 4 414 6754
Why it’s a great 🎁: Every single gal needs time to unwind and we can’t think of a better place to do it than Saray Spa. The Girls’ Day package includes a 30 minute facial or a 30 minute back massage, complimentary reflexology session, and an afternoon tea at La Farine. Paradise, found.