The Procrastinator’s Gift Guide
By Natayle Henry
Despite the best of intentions, it is now 4 days before Christmas and you have yet to complete (or start) your holiday shopping. With the days winding down and selections becoming limited, picking out the perfect gift for your friends and family can be daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re a habitual procrastinator or sincerely stumped on what to get your loved ones this holiday season, give the gift that keeps on giving—the gift of beauty.
The Gadget Lover
Iluminage Touch Permanent Hair Reduction, $495
Definitely a gift that keeps on giving! This FDA-approved permanent hair reduction device is suited for ALL skintones and is clinically proven effective on an array of hair colors including blonde, dark blonde and red hair.
The Aspiring Perfumer (or Fragrance Lover)
The Blend Custom Fragrance Blending Kit, $150
For the woman who thrives on being unique, The Blend Custom Fragrance Kit offers a personalized bespoke experience in the comforts of home. An array of blends can be created to coincide with mood, season or festivity.
At-Home Facialist
Dr. Dennis Gross Steamer Solutions, $139
What woman doesn’t want clean pores and glowing skin? The steam-fusion technology hydrates skin while simultaneously cleans pores and exfoliates skin.
The Green Queen
Tata Harper Best in Glow: Tata’s Best Sellers Collection, $185
Packed with premium ingredients, this 100% natural, non-toxic skincare line delivers superior results! The transformative kit rejuvenates and softens skin, while delivering a healthy glow.
The Makeup Enthusiast
Make Up For Ever (Makeup Station), $220
Perfect for the aspiring makeup artist (or the avid makeup user), the 30-piece kit is all they’ll need to create an array of looks.
Classically Elegant
Marc Jacobs (La Coquette Collection), $55
For the classically chic woman who adores a winged eye, nude polish and perfectly pink pout reminiscent of Old Hollywood. This set includes a liquid eyeliner (with a perfectly precise applicator), a universal nude polish, a shimmering pink lip gloss, and the perfect purse mirror that’s as thin as a credit card!
Sleeping Beauty
Iluminage (Sleeping Beauty Delux Set), $99
This luxurious pillowcase and eye mask set is infused with copper oxide fibers which have been clinically proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, revealing a smoother, younger-looking appearance. The satiny-soft material is not only effective on skin, but gentle on hair providing less breakage than cotton pillowcases.
The Jetsetter
Tsubota Pearl (Queue Perfume Stick Roller), $24
From the renowned Japanese lighter manufacturer, Tsubota Pearl, Queue is their take on an atomizer. Just as stylish and sleek as their lighters, this atomizer is perfect for travel or just being on-the-go.
Impeccably Groomed
Jack Black (Super Shave Set), $235
For the dapper men in your life, the Super Shave Set by Jack Black is a modern take on the classic art of shaving. Coupling the Double Edge Safety Razor and Pure Performance Shave Brush with skincare essentials, this set delivers a close shave as well as healthy skin.
-NH
