The 31 Best Beauty Gifts Under $50 for the Beauty Aficionados in Your Life
With the holidays approaching, the shopping season has begun. With so many gifts to buy, respecting your budget is important. The options for beauty gifts under $50 are bigger and better than ever. From luxe hair sets to mini makeup kits and beyond, there’s something for everyone on your list. We rounded up 25 beauty gifts under $50 that are sure to impress, whether you gift them to someone special or keep them for yourself.
1. EltaMD Skin Restore Body Cream
$45.00
Navigating sensitive and compromised skin can be difficult for those who suffer from it, leaving fragranced lotions and body creams completely out of the question. Instead, rich moisturizers loaded with good-for-the-skin ingredients are a safer bet, and this therapeutic, nongreasy body moisturizer is chock-full of skin healers like hyaluronic acid and mango seed butter for your healthiest skin yet.
2. iS Clinical Cleansing Complex
$49.00
The winter months can leave skin dull, dry and lacking its healthy glow, which is where a gentle, clarifying face wash, like this one, comes into play. The perfect beauty gift to give under $50, it revitalizes the skin, leaving it smooth, and bump- and blemish-free thanks to a blend of willow bark and antioxidants derived from chamomile and centella asiatica.
3. Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water Hydrating Antioxidant Face Mist
$11.99
The best stocking stuffers don’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Case in point: this multi-use face mist that does a little bit of everything. Formulated with over 15 rare minerals, the fragrance-free, hypoallergenic thermal spa water spray provides an immediate cooling and hydrating effect on the skin.
4. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Hand Cream
$12.99
Give the gift of super soft hands this season. Dry hands don’t stand a chance against this ultra-nourishing hand cream, which provides relief for up to 48 hours of hydration thanks to a blend of niacinamide, shea butter, and the brand’s famous thermal spring water.
5. Dermalogica Age Bright Clear and Brighten Kit
$49.50
If you're looking for a great beauty gift that rings under $50 yet is sure to tackle the common signs of aging, add this skin-polishing kit to your shopping list. A great way to revive the skin so it glows while reducing the signs of breakouts and dullness, these skin-clearing and brightening products can be used morning and night to achieve glass skin.
6. Jane Iredale ColorLuxe Liquid Blush
$34.00
For the woman who has just about every type of makeup in her bag, a long-lasting liquid blush never fails as a holiday gift. This weightless formula melts seamlessly into the skin, providing a natural-looking flush of color. Wear just a hint for a subtle pop of color or build it up for a bold effect on the cheeks.
7. RMS Beauty Lip2Cheek Glow Quad Mini - lost angel
$40.00
An all-encompassing makeup palette is always a good idea; you can never have too many! This quad ranks high as one of the best beauty gifts under $50. Perfect for travel while discovering some new multi-purpose makeup favorites, inside the chic compact sits a lip, cheek, and highlighter set that can be worn alone or mixed together for a natural pop of color and glowing skin.
8. Dermalogica Age Bright Clear and Brighten Kit
$49.50
Sometimes, our skin can be complicated and affected by a host of changes and factors that show up on the surface. If stress, hormonal changes and environmental pollution lead to congestion, breakouts, and pigmentation changes, this kit is the perfect solution since it relies on supercharged active ingredients to clear breakouts, smooth skin and brighten skin tone.
9. RevitaLash Length Define Tubing Mascara
$32.00
Ditch the lash extensions and get ultra-long lashes with the lengthening mascara, which utilizes tubing technology for added volume and definition. Perfect for those who want the look of a fluttery lash with a single swipe, the formula also infuses the lashes with nourishing ingredients for a strengthening effect.
10. Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam Palette
$45.00
A super-defined eye is always in, but some of us need a little more help in the eyeshadow department than others. And that's where this ultra-glam eyeshadow palette, replete with 14 shades ranging from mattes to shimmers, comes in handy. Whether you want to create a natural, everyday look or a high-drama nighttime one, the easy-to-blend, highly pigmented-formulas work wonders for both looks.
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11. Anastasia Beverly Hills Mini Soft Glam Palette
$29.00
With holiday parties and events in tow, a matching eye is the perfect complement to a chic outfit. This mini eyeshadow palette holds eight pigmented shades in warm and cool-toned matte, satin, and metallic finishes to create the perfect look from natural to full-on drama.
12. RMS Beauty Legendary Lip Oil
$25.00
Consider this highly-pigmented lip oil like skincare for your lips thanks to a blend of ingredients that nourish them while providing a high-shine finish. Never sticky and always smooth and hydrating, we like to think of this lip oil as the perfect compliment to a well-rounded beauty routine.
13. tarte Ultimate Lashes & Lips Mascara & Plump Gloss Duo
$29.00
14. Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks – Gold
$26.00
Just as pretty as they are effective, these gold eye masks, perfect for wearing while opening presents on Christmas morning, make virtually every eye concern disappear. The multitasking masks depuff, brighten, hydrate, and diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles. They also make for the perfect pre-makeup prep, infusing the skin with a blend of calendula and camu camu extract along with hyaluronic acid and aloe leaf extract for soft, smooth skin.
15. Grown Alchemist Lip + Hand Essentials
$25.00
Perfect for hydrating dry hands and lips on the go, this duo contains the essentials to prevent chapping, irritation, and flakiness, especially during the winter months. The Hydra Restore Lip Balm noticeably improves hydration while enhancing the lip's natural texture so they look and feel soft and smooth. The Restorative Hand Cream, rich in Persian Rose, Tamanu Oil, and Argan extract, helps strengthen the skin and restore elasticity while protecting hands from damage caused by oxidation.
16. Korres Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser Duo
$40.00
Consider this cream-to-foam, soap-free cleanser the perfect unisex gift to give or receive. Packed with naturally soothing Greek yogurt, making it safe for even the most sensitive skin, the probiotic-rich formula leaves the skin feeling clean, nourished, and hydrated while whisking away every last trace of dirt, oil, and makeup.
17. Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels
$17.00
Keep those under-eye bags and dark circles at bay with these five-minute eye masks. Perfect for pepping up tired eyes, the caffeine-powered masks help depuff the eyes and do away with dryness so you look wide-eyed and bushy tailed.
18. BIOEFFECT Imprinting Eye Mask
$49.00
Stock these ultra-hydrating eye patches under the tree for anyone on your holiday shopping list that wants to reduce the look of under-eye puffiness and dark circles. Perfect to prep the eyes before makeup or as an act of self-care, the masks also plump up lines for a youthful look.
19. Vacation Sun Belt 5 Piece Sampler
$30.00
Sunscreen is a daily essential, making this SPF sampler the perfect gift under 50 for someone who has everything. Housed inside a nostalgic-looking belt bag are all the essentials to keep the skin sun-protected, with a classic old-school sunscreen scent that’s sure to bring you back in time.
20. Facile Original Lip Jelly
$15.00
Dermatologist-developed products hold a great deal of credibility, and this hydrating jelly proves that point. Featuring a unique blend of nourishing peptides and skin-protecting antioxidants, the fragrance-free lip balm leaves behind a soft, dewy finish that’s never sticky or drying. Plus, it also plumps without stinging or burning for a subtle fullness and perfectly hydrated lips.
21. Indie Lee Discovery Kit
$29.00
The perfect compliment for your gym bag or travel, this is the perfect skincare starter kit for those who love to take care of their skin. The set includes travel-sized products of Brightening Cleanser, CoQ-10 Toner and Squalane Facial Oil to make your skin gleam and glow.
22. Peter Thomas Roth Instant FIRMx Temporary Face Tightener
$49.00
Stocking stuffer gifts don’t need to be big or pricey, which is why this instant skin firming cream makes for the perfect gifts under $50. It offers an instant skin tightening effect while helping to smooth out lines, deep wrinkles and crow's feet while improving elasticity.
23. Kate Somerville Eradikate Daily Foaming Cleanser
$46.00
Stubborn zits don’t stand a chance against this sulfur-powered pimple blasting cleanser. The perfect gift under $50 for the teen in your life who wants clear skin, it targets blackheads and pimples without overdrying the skin while keeping the pores clear and oil production well balanced.
24. St. Tropez Express Mini Kit
$20.00
Even if the holiday season doesn’t come with a tropical vacation, fake the look of one with this self-tanning set. The buildable bronzing mouse and hand applicator leave the skin looking sun kissed and flawless every time.
25. Oribe Fragrance Discovery Set
$18.00
Perfumes that smell oh-so good are on everyone’s holiday wish list so make them a reality with these travel-sized fragrance samplers. Replete with a trio of gender-neutral scents, each perfume offers a unique yet modern scent experience so you can enhance your fragrance wardrobe.
26. RevitaLash Double-Ended Volume Set - Black
$35.00
27. Sachajuan Hair Clips
$29.00
Glam sessions call for a pair of reliable hair clips to keep loose strands out of the way. These leave no marks or indentations on the hair and double as the perfect hair clips for intricate updos. We like the grip they provide, so hair stays in place, regardless of how you use the clips.
28. VIRTUE Recovery Discovery Kit
$38.00
Any of your friends or family members who are hair-obsessed will appreciate this renewing kit. Perfect for nourishing dry and damaged hair back to health, the safe-for-all-hair-types shampoo, conditioner, and treatment mask work to fill in cracks in the cuticle and undo the damage caused by heat, chemicals, and color. Like all Virtue products, the trio contains the brand’s proprietary Alpha Keratin 60ku, a healing protein identical to the keratin that makes up hair, helping to refill keratin and repair damaged hair with each use.
29. Dr. Dennis Gross DermInfusions Plump + Repair Lip Treatment
$45.00
For the perfect stocking stuffer, look no further than lip repairing treatment, which plumps, hydrates, and defines. As a bonus, it also enhances the natural tones in the lips while relieving dry, chapped lips. Use it as an alternative to lip filler when added fullness and increased volume are a necessity.
30. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5+ Soothing Therapeutic Multi-Purpose Cream
$32.99
The ultimate does-it-all hydrating cream is a makeup bag must. The soothing, therapeutic formula helps alleviate the symptoms of dryness, regardless of where they appear on the face or body. Formulated with glycerin and shea butter, this thick cream is suitable for all skin types, including even the most sensitive skin, as well as for babies.
31. Beautyblender original
$20.00
For a skin-like finish with cream makeup, reach for this latex-free foam makeup sponge, which makes blending a cinch. Thanks to its aqua-activated material, the sponge always delivers an airbrushed finish while absorbing mineral product. Give this makeup must-have for a glamorous look that appears professionally done every time.
The Bottom Line
The gift-giving season is in full effect, so it’s best to get your shopping lists in order and stick to your budget. Whether you’re giving or receiving (or taking care of yourself with a special treat because celebrating yourself is equally important), some of the best gifts under $50 are those that come from the heart.
Elise Minton Tabin is an award-winning beauty journalist, editor, and beauty expert with more than 16 years of experience. She previously held the title of Executive Beauty Editor at NewBeauty magazine, where she reported on beauty, plastic surgery, anti-aging, health and wellness. She was also instrumental in the launch of the beauty supplement brand Hush & Hush. A self-professed beauty junkie and retinol and sunscreen pusher, Elise knows what’s new, what works and who’s the best to go for every procedure under the sun. Follow Elise on Facebook, Instagram, and on her beauty blog, elisetabin.com
