Sleigh your festive shopping: Limited-edition holiday drops for every beauty lover

SINGAPORE – The countdown is on, and The Straits Times is unwrapping the ultimate holiday gifting guide for every beauty lover on your Christmas shopping list.

Whether you are looking for an advent calendar or a thoughtful, guilt-free skincare treat, we have rounded up some of our top picks to make spirits bright and beauty routines even brighter.

But here is the catch: Many of these beauty gems are limited-edition, holiday-only releases. So, if you want to snag these festive favourites for your loved ones or even yourself, act fast.

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For make-up mavens

Tarte Cosmetics Holiday 2024

Tarte’s holiday gift sets are a perfect way to stock up on make-up essentials without breaking the bank.

For girls on the go, get the Golden Era Amazonian Clay Collector’s Set ($79), which features a trio of eyeshadow palettes in various shimmer and matt shades.

Another highlight, The Big Screen Must-Haves Set, is priced at $70, but has a whopping value of $273. It includes a nine-shade eyeshadow palette with the American brand’s signature Amazonian clay-infused formula to ensure long-lasting, true-to-colour wear. This set also features the best-selling Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump and Lip Liner, both packed with nourishing ingredients like hyaluronic acid, maracuja oil and a superfruit complex to leave your pout ready for the mistletoe.

Order from the Tarte Cosmetics website and 1 per cent of your order is donated to a non-profit of your choice, so you can look and feel good.

Info: Available at Sephora stores,

sephora.sg

and

str.sg/a3Cp

Givenchy Beauty Holiday 2024 Make-up Collection

Inspired by the historic Hotel de Caraman at 3 Avenue George V in Paris, where the French maison was born in 1952, Givenchy Beauty has reimagined its best-selling make-up with dazzling new shades and sparkling, crystal-studded cases.

At the heart of the collection is Le Rouge Interdit Intense Silk ($66) in two shades, including a limited-edition No. 502 Brun Cuivre, a luminous brown with warm undertones. For mesmerising holiday eyes, the Le 9 De Givenchy Eyeshadow Palette ($107) offers nine highly pigmented shades.

Completing the collection is the iconic Prisme Libre 4-Color Loose Powder ($108) in Shade No. 01 Mousseline Pastel, with 12-hour setting and blurring effects.

Info: Available at

sephora.sg

and Givenchy Beauty boutiques at Raffles City Shopping Centre, Takashimaya and Metro Paragon

Cle de Peau Beaute City Of Dreamlight Collection

Cle de Peau Beaute has introduced a limited-edition line-up featuring its most beloved products in whimsical new packaging.

Brought to life through the artistic vision of French illustrator Jean Dalin, the collection captures Paris landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame.

While it reimagines the Japanese brand’s skincare icons such as the Radiant Multi Repair Oil ($150), now available in a holiday-exclusive floral blend of magnolia and rose, and La Creme ($900), the make-up offerings steal the show.

The Luminizing Face Enhancer ($150) delivers a lit-from-within glow with its mosaic of shimmery powders, while the Eye Color Quad ($125), now adorned with a golden Pegasus, features luminous shades for creating dreamy holiday looks.

Each product makes it easy to bring a touch of Parisian magic to your beauty routine.

Info: Available at Sephora boutiques and

sephora.sg

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For bath and body fans

Lush 2024 Holiday

Lush’s Christmas collection brims with festive bath bombs, shimmery scents and bubbly delights that promise to make your self-care routine feel like the merriest celebration of the year.

The British cosmetic retailer’s beautifully packaged Christmas gift sets range from an affordable $30 to $500 for the Lush Advent Calendar, which includes exclusives like the Gold Star Bubble Bar and the Father Christmas Bath Bomb.

A standout mid-range pick is the Festive Fresh Gift Set at $110, which includes the Elfish Shower Jelly, a Snowdrift Bath Bomb, Christmas Lights Soap and a Magical Santa Bath Bomb.

Also, get ready for the return of the ultimate holiday MVP: Snow Fairy. This bubblegum- and candy floss-scented sensation has been a beloved Lush Christmas staple for 19 years. It is reimagined in more creative forms each holiday season, and this year is no exception.

The Glow Fairy Shower Gel (from $24) is a magical version that glows in the dark when charged under light and features soothing oatmilk and organic cherry juice that is said to tone, brighten and leave your skin radiant. Meanwhile, the Snow Fairy Milkshake Shower Gel (from $24) has a velvety texture and similar skin-loving ingredients.

Info: Available at Lush boutiques and

lushsg.com

and

zalora.sg

Aesop Gift Kits

Australia’s Aesop has taken gift-giving to cinematic heights with its latest Screen collection, which pays homage to the magic of film. Drawing on a reverence for cinema, the packaging is designed with vintage film aesthetics like light leaks and celluloid scratches.

The Screen 1 kit ($170) sets the scene with four hand and home essentials, comprising the Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash and Balm, Olous Aromatique Room Spray and the cheeky Post-Poo Drops.

For fans of invigorating citrus scents, Screen 2 ($145) spotlights the Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser, Scrub and Balm, ensuring a refreshing routine from head to toe.

Meanwhile, Screen 3 ($110) delivers a trio of hand and body care staples, including the debut of the Eleos Aromatique Hand Balm to soothe and replenish skin.

Info: Available at Aesop stores and

aesop.com/sg

Briogeo Value Sets

Known for its clean, effective haircare that caters to all hair types, Briogeo’s holiday sets combine its bestsellers into curated bundles that promise shiny, happy hair long after the festive lights come down.

Priced at $87, the Ultimate Hair Heroes! set includes two full-size products – the Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo and award-winning Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask – that normally cost $137 together.

Meanwhile, the Don’t Despair, Repair! Damage Defenders! set packs a punch in a travel-size trio for $43. Comprising a Super Moisture Shampoo, the US-based brand’s cult-favourite Deep Conditioning Mask, and the Moisture + Damage Defense Leave-In Treatment, this protein-and-moisture dream team is perfect for those with dry, damaged locks.

Info: Available at Sephora stores and

sephora.sg

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For do-gooders

The Body Shop Good Gifter Collection

Known for its vegan, cruelty-free and responsibly made products, The Body Shop has teamed up with local lifestyle label The Everyday Club to level up your holiday gifting game.

Highlights include The Body Shop x The Everyday Club Beauty Advent Calendar ($129), a treasure trove worth $246, brimming with full-size goodies like shower gels, body butters and face masks.

The best part? You can customise your own calendar at participating stores.

The Sleep Gift Set ($79, valued at $121) promises to calm the senses with soothing lavender and vetiver essential oils from the British brand’s best-selling Wellness collection, while the Bloom & Glow British Rose Gift Set ($50, valued at $65) offers a selection of floral treats crafted with ingredients sourced through The Body Shop’s Community Fair Trade programme.

Members can get the Good Gifter T-shirt ($30) with any purchase, and 100 per cent of proceeds from the shirts go to Touch Community Services, a local non-profit supporting underprivileged communities.

Info: Available at The Body Shop stores islandwide and on Lazada and Shopee

The Powder Shampoo Eco Escapades Sets

Known for its ground-breaking powder-to-foam technology, this home-grown bath brand has launched three lightweight, travel security-approved and spill-proof solutions that redefine convenience while staying true to its mission of minimising environmental impact.

Retailing at $40 each, the travel sets – Soar To New Heights, Trust The Flow and Let Your Light Shine – are tailored to meet a variety of needs with body washes and shampoos for different hair and scalp types.

Lightweight and compact, The Powder Shampoo’s products not only reduce the carbon footprint of shipping, but also offer long-lasting use. Thoughtful, refillable aluminium bottles and compostable paper pouches eliminate single-use plastics. To top it off, the brand plants a tree for every product sold.

Info: Available at

thepowdershampoo.com

and Takashimaya, Isetan and Novela stores

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For skincare enthusiasts

Laneige limited-edition sets

From minty candy cane-flavoured lip treats to indulgent skincare staples, Laneige’s limited-edition bundles are aimed at those who are young and young at heart.

Highlights in 2024 include the Water Sleeping Mask Set ($51) – a trio of masks including the namesake favourite said to rejuvenate skin while you sleep – as well as the Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Set ($63), packed with essentials like the Moisture Cream, Essence Toner and Emulsion for deep hydration and a radiant glow.

There are also Sephora exclusives like the Divine Lip Set ($38), which combines the South Korean brand’s best-selling lip care products in the limited-edition candy cane flavour. The full-size Lip Glowy Balm and mini Lip Sleeping Mask make the set the ultimate stocking stuffer for those looking to keep their pout minty fresh and hydrated.

Info: Available at Laneige stores islandwide, on Lazada, Shopee and TikTok,

sg.laneige.com

, Zalora, Sephora stores and

sephora.sg

Heure Beauty Holiday Collection

To mark its fourth anniversary, the local anti-ageing skincare brand is offering savings with three curated sets with upgraded formulas that are said to boast faster absorption and a velvety texture.

The Ageless Holiday Renewal ($398, worth $595) includes the Ageless Serum, Night Treatment and Eye Serum; while the Flawless Holiday Glow ($368, worth $555) features the Flawless Serum, Ageless Day Treatment and Ageless Skin Booster. For the ultimate anti-ageing routine, look no further than the Ageless Holiday Luxe kit ($410, worth $589), an indulgent pairing of the Ageless and Flawless Serums with the Ageless Eye Serum.

All products feature Heure Beauty’s proprietary SPHR transdermal technology, which accelerates the absorption of pure actives and ensures optimal efficacy for up to 24 hours.

Info:

heurebeauty.com

Allies Of Skin Firm & Brighten kit

The home-grown skincare label has launched a limited-edition kit, allowing first-time users to explore its powerhouse products without committing to full-size prices.

The set ($210) combines four best-selling products for an efficient, science-backed solution to cleansing, brightening, firming and protecting your skin.

Start with the Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser, which is sulphate-free and packed with amino acids and moringa oil. Next, the 20% Vitamin C Brighten Firm Serum injects your complexion with a glow worthy of holiday lights.

The Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment is a multitasking daily moisturiser packed with peptides, brighteners and antioxidants, while the Mandelic Pigmentation Corrector Night Serum works overnight to tackle pigmentation with 11 per cent AHAs and a medley of antioxidants.

Info: Available at Sephora stores and

sephora.sg

Augustinus Bader’s 2024 Holiday Collection

Augustinus Bader, a favourite among A-listers and beauty enthusiasts, has unveiled five limited-edition holiday gift sets filled with products powered by its TFC8 technology. This proprietary blend of natural amino acids, vitamins and synthesised molecules is said to support cellular renewal and visibly improve skin health.

Leading the line-up is The 12 Days of Bader ($870, worth $1,253), the British brand’s first TFC8-powered advent calendar. It includes bestsellers like the tinted lip balm from Augustinus Bader’s 2024 collaboration with American film-maker Sofia Coppola to create three universally flattering shades.

For those seeking the ultimate in indulgence, The Supreme Collection 2024 ($2,640, worth $3,297) showcases the very best of the brand, from The Rich Cream to The Essence.

For those seeking more budget-friendly options, The Revitalizing Essentials ($285, worth $445) is a thoughtfully curated trio of products.

Info: Available at the Augustinus Bader counter in Takashimaya and

takashimaya.com.sg

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For all-rounders

Sephora Collection Moving Lights Premium Advent Calendar

The global beauty retailer’s festive treasure trove of beauty surprises, priced at just $157, is the ultimate gift for beauty lovers.

Housed in a sleek metal tin, the advent calendar features 24 numbered boxes filled with full-size make-up, skincare, bath treats and beauty accessories, including nail polishes, face masks, a scented body mist and a waterproof eyeliner.

Each box comes with a QR code that unlocks exclusive Instagram tutorials, teaching you how to make the most of your new goodies.

Info: Available at Sephora stores and

sephora.sg

Clarins Advent Calendar 12 Boxes Holiday Season

While the French cosmetics company is offering a wide range of gift boxes spanning make-up, body care and face care, its advent calendar is the piece de resistance combining all these elements.

For $130, you will find 12 beauty essentials, including trial-size products and minis as well as two full-size goodies.

For face care, there are heroes like the Beauty Flash Balm, Hydrating Toning Lotion, One-Step Exfoliating Cleanser, Hydra-Essentiel Cream Mask and Total Eye Lift.

The make-up selection features Lip Comfort Oil #01 Honey, SOS Primer White, Wonder Perfect Mascara 4D and SOS Lashes Serum Mascara.

Rounding out the indulgence are luxurious body-care treats, including the Exfoliating Body Scrub, Moisture-Rich Body Lotion and Hand and Nail Treatment Cream.

Info: Available at Clarins boutiques and

clarins.com.sg