The Ultimate 2025 Christmas Gift Guide
BY JENNY JUNG
Our guide to this season’s most giftable picks to satisfy everyone – even the ones who have everything.
2 DEC - 2025
For every personality, budget and wish-list.
This year’s Christmas Gift Guide is a curated mix of beauty favourites, thoughtful lifestyle pieces and practical luxuries that make gifting feel effortless. Whether you are shopping for a skincare lover, a fragrance collector, a beauty maximalist or someone who simply loves well-made things, this edit brings together the best of the best with something for every taste and budget.
ghd, Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer, $645 NZD.
Karen Walker X Acme Mugs, $27 NZD.
The Juicy 4 by Max and Louie
The Juicy 4 by Max & Louie launched only a couple of months ago and it sold out in the blink of an eye. If you have been thinking about trying it, it’s coming back in stock on 5th Dec so mark your calendars!. I was lucky enough to grab a set when it first launched and I was genuinely impressed by how nourishing each step felt on my sensitive, dry skin. The routine is thoughtfully designed from start to finish and it is already popping up in multiple MUA kits, which is always a good sign.
The Glow Swipe Pads smooth and brighten without irritation; the Exosome Essence brings that fresh, bouncy look; the Face Milk is such a convincing dupe for the Rhode Glazing Milk; and the Ayem Peyhem Cream locks everything in with a healthy, dewy finish. If you are shopping for anyone who could use a skincare reset, this gift set is such a beautiful option. It feels indulgent without being overwhelming and delivers that radiant, glowing skin everyone loves.
Max and Louie, The Juicy 4, $199 NZD.
Complete 4-Piece SMART Hydra-Mist Set by Corbin Rd
The Corbin Rd Complete 4-Piece SMART Hydra-Mist Set makes Christmas shopping a breeze with guaranteed oohs and aahs from anyone lucky enough to receive it. This stunning NZ skincare bundle is an all-in-one system centred on cleansing, exfoliation and deep hydration. Inside, you will find the Restorative Cleansing Balm that melts away makeup and impurities while calming stressed skin and restoring bounce, the Viteve Silk Exfoliator to lift away dead skin cells, and a duo of hydrating mists including the Kawakawa Hydrosol and the SMART 4-in-1 Mist for lightweight, long-lasting moisture.
If you live in New Zealand and you are not using Kawakawa yet, I honestly do not know what you are doing. This native ingredient offers essential anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing benefits for dry, irritated or reactive skin. If someone comes to mind who struggles with sensitivity, this set is a godsend for the upcoming season. It is also a great option for men who prefer simple, fuss-free routines, since every step is straightforward, gentle and effective. Corbin Rd’s slow beauty philosophy also makes it perfect for anyone who wants to simplify their routine without sacrificing results. If you are stuck on what to give a loved one this Christmas, the Complete 4-Piece SMART Hydra-Mist Set is a universally loved choice that anyone would appreciate.
Corbin Rd, Complete 4-Piece SMART Hydra-Mist Set, $179.95 NZD
Half Magic Dopamine Diamonds
The Half Magic Dopamine Diamonds set is such a good pick for Secret Santa, Christmas stockings or anyone who loves to play with beauty. Sparkly, fun and incredibly wearable, this duo delivers that signature Half Magic shimmer without the fallout or fuss. It has been going viral for months and for good reason because the frosty pink shade looks flattering on so many different skin tones and adds the perfect touch to any look.
I would honestly be thrilled to receive this myself if any of my friends are reading (hint, hint) because it is affordable, compact and still feels special, which makes it a perfect $50 gift that beauty lovers will actually be excited to unwrap. This is the kind of present that feels thoughtful without being over the top and it is guaranteed to get a “where did you get this?” reaction the moment they try it.
Half Magic, Dopamine Diamonds, $52 NZD.
Sophie Store Bow Sleepers
The Sophie Store Bow Sleepers are a perfect under $100 Secret Santa option or an easy win for anyone who loves jewellery. They are dainty, feminine and beautifully made, which makes them ideal for the girly girl who appreciates something delicate and timeless. My personal pick is the Bow Sleepers, but if you want a gift with a little more flexibility, a Sophie Store permanent jewellery voucher is such a thoughtful choice.
Sophie Store, Bow Sleepers, $88 NZD.
Tom Ford Private Blend Discovery Set
This holiday exclusive is guaranteed to impress any fragrance lover, especially the Tom Ford loyalists who appreciate bold, sophisticated scent profiles.
The set offers a beautifully curated variety of scent families across oud, rose, tobacco, vanilla and more, making it the perfect way to explore the Private Blend range without committing to a full bottle.
The packaging is luxurious and beautifully giftable, making it ideal for anyone who enjoys a touch of class and indulgence in their daily lives. This set feels intimate, elevated and incredibly special, which is exactly what gifting should be.
Tom Ford, Private Blend Discovery Set, $185 NZD.
Nourish Duo by Dermaviduals
For the skincare aficionados in your life, the Dermaviduals Nourish Duo is the ultimate skincare flex gift. Dermaviduals is renowned for its DMS (Derma Membrane Structure) technology, a formulation system that mimics the skin’s natural barrier for optimal absorption and long-term skin health. It is a brand that instantly earns respect from anyone who knows ingredients and values a strong, resilient barrier.
This duo includes two beautifully formulated staples that are incredibly easy to incorporate into any routine, whether someone is a minimalist or a skincare maximalist. The products deliver visible nourishment and barrier support without complicating the steps someone already loves. If you want a gift that feels intelligent, luxurious and undeniably effective, the Dermaviduals Nourish Duo is a thoughtful and impressive choice for any true skincare lover.
Dermaviduals, Nourish Duo, $239, NZD.
The Beauty Chef Ageless Glow-Up Kit, $119 NZD
This cult-favourite brand is served and stocked in some of the most trusted skin clinics and wellness spaces, and for good reason. The formulations are backed by gut health science and designed to support glowing skin, healthy digestion and overall vitality.
This starter kit is such a thoughtful way to encourage good habits, especially for anyone who loves a holistic approach to beauty. It is easy to incorporate into a morning routine, tastes delicious and delivers long-term benefits that go far beyond the surface. If you want a gift that feels intentional, supportive and genuinely transformative, this is the one.
The Beauty Chef Ageless Glow-Up Kit, $119 NZD
ghd Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer
I may or may not be including this in our Christmas gift guide because it is personally on my own wish-list. But I genuinely believe this is one of the best hair tools to hit the market in years. I have tried the Dyson and I have tried the Shark and while they all have their strengths, the ghd Duet Blow Dry Hair Dryer Brush is the single best product I have ever used.
What sets it apart is how effortless it makes styling. It dries and smooths at the same time, creates shape with almost no effort and it leaves hair soft, glossy and polished without the usual heat damage. The snag free bristles grip the hair in a way that feels intuitive and controlled and the finish looks like a proper salon blowout rather than a quick at-home job.
It is also surprisingly quiet, not too heavy and super easy to manoeuvre which makes a real difference if you style your hair often. If you want to find a present that feels impressive, useful and genuinely life-changing, this is the one.
ghd, Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer, $645 NZD
Karen Walker X Acme Mugs
Recently, I gifted these mugs to a friend for her housewarming and I had no idea how loved Acme products were until she squealed and immediately showed me her own little collection proudly displayed on her kitchen shelves. That was when I realised these are one of those gifts that people genuinely get excited about.
If you are looking for a home gift with a manageable price point and maximum impact, the Acme x Karen Walker collaboration is such a good choice. The colour options are beautiful, with shades of off white, pink and black that you can mix and match to suit anyone’s aesthetic. They feel thoughtful, stylish and practical, which is exactly what you want when gifting for the home.
Karen Walker Acme Mugs, $27 NZD.
Wrap it up, pop it under the tree and enjoy the easiest gifting season ever!
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