The excitement of waking up on Christmas morning and seeing what Santa has left behind is one of the core memories of Christmas. Here are our top tips for stuffing your Christmas stockings this holiday season.
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Before you go downstairs to get the big gift under the tree, or even before you change out of your pajamas, the joy of opening a stocking of small gifts really gets your day off to a great start.
When I was a kid we always made Christmas presents. In fact, they were always so much fun that we continued to do them as adults.
Here are some of our favorite Christmas gift ideas this Christmas, and if you need more help figuring out what to buy for the rest of the day, check out our full Christmas gift guide and e-magazine here:
Or click here to get an easily downloadable PDF version of Tips magazine!
You can have the best makeup in the world, but without the right tools it will never look right.
The Essentials Set from EcoTools is the perfect basic tool kit for not only applying makeup but also maintaining your equipment. A controllable styling brush and precision concealer brush, a memory foam blender and an ergonomic electric powder puff make applying makeup a breeze, while a deep-cleansing shampoo keeps the tools looking like new.
What’s more, these products are manufactured with the environment in mind. From renewable bamboo brush handles and recyclable aluminum ferrules to cruelty-free, latex-free and vegan products, EcoTools is about the planet.
This two-pack of gel mask and special silicone applicator brush is the perfect fun and effective skin-brightening gift.
Vitamin C Gel Mask is packed with important nutrients, including vitamin C, to help tone your skin and give your face a youthful glow. Added vitamins A and E help repair, smooth and reduce inflammation, making this gel mask the perfect multi-purpose tool.
The Fruit Glow 3-piece Set by SpaScriptions is a ready-to-use home spa treatment. This kit harnesses not only the fresh scent but also the beauty benefits of the fruit to give the “gift of glow”!
Beginning with Pineapple’s gentle exfoliation and the addition of glycolic acid to the cleanser, the exfoliator’s blend of coconut sugar and lactic acid brings a healthy glow to skin while restoring vital fatty acids. Finally, a radiant complexion is finished with the hydrating, repairing benefits of antioxidant-rich strawberries and ultra-hydrating hyaluronic acid.
Packed with nourishing, hydrating, toning or brightening active ingredients, this range of eye masks from James Cosmetics truly cares for the most sensitive and delicate skin on your face.
There are 11 types of masks, so you can choose the one that best suits your partner’s needs, or let them choose!
Featured here:
All-rounder 24K Gold Collagen Crystal Eye Mask Contains 24 Karat Gold, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin A and Grapeseed Oil.
this 24K rose gold hydrating eye mask Contains CoQ10 and provitamin B5, vitamin E and collagen to nourish and hydrate.
this Diamond Radiance Eye Mask Contains real diamond powder, hyaluronic acid, collagen and aloe vera to brighten and rejuvenate.
this Eraser eye mask Containing Dead Sea minerals and aloe vera, these are big guns against dark circles.
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-aging Wake up eye mask Contains turmeric, edelweiss flower extract and arctic root.
Each pack contains five sets of eye masks.
This well-made 1:40 scale helicopter is more than just a model. Once you assemble this mini helicopter’s 167 pieces together (a task that takes about 3 hours), you’ll realize the level of detail in this 3D puzzle.
Not only can you open the cabin door to view the interior seats, instrument panel and joystick controls, rear rotor rotation, and rear wheel retraction. Then you’ll notice the “stop-start” button, the silent ratchet key, and the elastic band “motor.”
Tighten the ratchet and press the start button, and the helicopter’s main rotor will rotate and the wheels will accelerate.
It’s amazing how state-of-the-art composite wood panel flat packaging comes together. The kit also comes with a helipad display, sandpaper, and wax to “develop” the moving parts and joints as you build.
There’s nothing better than waking up to a real stuffed stocking on Christmas morning, filled with goodies in this Happy Holidays gift bag from one of Australia’s oldest gift basket companies.
So if you want to create a Christmas for your favorite foodie, then this is the one for you.
Inside, they’ll find tons of goodies:
– not one but three Full-sized bottles of wine: Australian Sparkling, Pinot Grigio and Cabernet Sauvignon.
– Sweets such as dark chocolate roasted peanuts, marshmallows, fruitcake and hazelnut milk chocolate.
– Savory snacks like chili and BBQ peanut mix, savory pretzels and BBQ kri kri crispy peanut and soy chips.
– To top it off, you can enjoy cranberry and hazelnut crispbreads, crackers and a beautiful wooden cheese board. All you have to do is add their favorite cheeses to create the heartiest platter of the year!
Is there anything this mesmerizing thermal protector from Cloud Nine can’t do? When you shake the bottle, its two layers of liquid activate and mix, then spray onto damp hair to reduce the damage caused by heat styling.
The amazing quick-drying potion also speeds up drying time, strengthens strands, and can even be used as a leave-in conditioner to add beautiful shine to your final look.
Not only does Cloud Nine’s amazing treatment help protect and strengthen existing strands in your hair, it can even repair broken strands and seal split ends.
Magic Remedy is an ultra-light yet deep conditioner for daily use that works wonders on all hair types, giving you healthier, stronger, shinier hair.
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Founded by men, for men, Shakeup Cosmetics has a line of products specially formulated to address men’s skin concerns. Even better than that, many of Shakeup’s products are multi-purpose, making each product twice as powerful.
You can read more of our stories and reviews about men’s cosmetics here.
Let’s Face It BB Tinted Moisturizer – $59.99
Let’s Face It works to keep your facial skin looking its best with hydrating, toning and anti-blemish functions. It also has SPF25 sun protection.
Lip Life To The Full Rich Hydrating Lip Gel – $20.99
Lip Life To The Full goes one step further than your average lip treatment, not only preventing dry lips but also plumping them up for a fuller, more defined look.
Eye Eye Captain Eye Concealer and Moisturizer – $52.99
Enriched with natural extracts of gorse, calendula, horse chestnut and licorice, this under-eye moisturizer and concealer works to soothe and smooth skin, reducing the appearance of dark circles. The ball bearing applicator cools the skin while reducing puffiness.
Hurry Hydrating Moisturizing Stick – $39.99
Enriched with soothing and cooling cucumber extract and witch hazel, as well as hydrating hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, this moisturizer keeps your skin smooth and soft. But most importantly, the shape is sturdy and perfect for travel. No mess, no liquid seized or leaked, easy to apply.
You Do The Mask Purifying Clay Mask – $27.99
This black clay mask stick is a quick, easy way to give your face a purifying treatment. Coconut charcoal draws out impurities while moisturizing and nourishing the skin, while kaolin clay detoxifies.
Those who don’t wear makeup don’t understand the importance of keeping their brushes clean. I certainly didn’t think so, but Christina was happily fascinated. This makes Kyneder’s Brush Defense Spray the perfect stocking filler for her.
This Brush Defense Strawberry & Cream Spray removes built-up bacteria and other nasty stuff from your brushes, leaving only the lovely vanilla and strawberry scent.
Alternatively, spray onto Kynder’s Base Towel With Benefits and wipe across brush. This towel can also be used to remove makeup.
Real Techniques Makeup Tools Gift Set
Focusing on quality over luxury, Real Techniques’ makeup tools make applying makeup easier and more seamless.
To make things easier, Real Techniques has put together some of their best products in these special gift sets.
Real Techniques Glowstorm Mini Brush and Sponge Set – $25.99
The small but effective 200 Mini Expert Brush has fine, dense bristles to easily apply and blend foundation, blush and bronzer, and its size makes it a perfect fit, while the Miracle Complexion Sponge perfectly smoothes liquids, creams and powders product.
Real Techniques Star Gaze Eye and Lash Kit – $32.99
This kit quartet is your dream team. The 600 Wide Angle Brow Line Brush and 601 Spoolie control, sculpt and shape brows, while the 308 Eyeshadow Brush sweeps and blends eyeshadow to the perfect depth. The easy-to-use mini eyelash curler gently curls and shapes your lashes for a natural lift.
