Christmas is just around the corner, which means the panic shopping has officially begun.
The festive season is notoriously an expensive time when you’re buying gifts for your loved ones, so we’ve listed some perfect gifts that won’t break the bank.
Whether you’re shopping for mum, dad, or your teacher – we’ve got you covered!
For Mum: Real Techniques Everyday Essentials Set – €19.99
The new Real Techniques Everyday Essentials Set has all you need to create a full makeup look.
The five-piece brush set is the perfect gift for a beginner – from teenagers learning makeup tricks, to mum’s wanting to apply their school run makeup.
This set has got you completely covered from start to finish for applying Foundation, Blush, Bronzer, Highlighter, Concealer, and Eyeshadows.
For Dad: Old Spice Whitewater Deodorant Spray & Aftershave Lotion – €12.99
Iconic with Christmas gifts for Men, Old Spice is always a firm favourite!
With 6 different sets available, this Whitewater set includes a deodorant spray and an aftershave lotion, so they can be smelling fabulous over the festive season.
For The Sister: Profusion Mattes Palette – €6.99
This palette will make the perfect gift for your makeup-loving sis!
It features a collection of 10 richly pigmented and multi-finish matte eyeshadows, with a mix of matte shades from soft neutrals and deep chestnuts – that are ideal for all skin tones.
These versatile shades blend seamlessly onto the skin, and allow you to create looks from soft and natural to colourful and bold.Â
For The Brother: Bulldog Skincare Set for Men – €20.00
When it comes to taking care of your skin, Bulldog is a man’s best friend!
Bulldog has a range of products to suit all skincare types, and their products are purpose built to help men look and feel their best.
This Skincare Set for Men includes a full sized Original Moisturiser, Face Wash & Face Scrub and comes in a reusable washbag – giving your brother everything they need to maintain a proper skincare routine. Â
For The Best Friend: IsaDora Stretch Lash Mascara Golden Edition Purse Set – €29.99
Winner of 4 Beauty Awards in Ireland in 2018, Stretch Lash Mascara is back in a Gold version for Christmas – and it will make a very cute gift for your BFF.
The set comes with a Perfect Contour Kajal Eyeliner, and a gold tassle purse to keep you organised for the festive season.
Perfect gift for any lady in your life – IsaDora cosmetics are clinically tested, fragrance free, and not tested on animals.
For The Teacher: IsaDora Bronzing Kit – €9.99
It’s always a nice gesture to gift your fave teacher something at Christmas time.
Why not give back by gifting your teacher this mini Bronzing Kit from IsaDora, which includes a Mini Bronzing Powder, Mini Bronzing Brush & Precision Mascara.
Stocking FillersÂ
Stocking fillers are an absolute must if you ask us, and rather than filling them with random stuff – why not get some cheap and cheerful gifts that the recepient will ACTUALLY use?
The Happy Skin Rayon Cotton Sheet Masks are just €3.96, and are free of parabens, mineral oil, sulphates and phthalates.
There’s five different masks to choose from – Green Tea, Collagen, Aloe Vera, Charcoal & Rose.
Real Techniques Mini Brush Ornaments are another cute stocking filler idea.
Aside from looking incredibly festive, they retail at just €7.99, and include a selection of your favourite brushes and sponges in mini travel size – perfect for your handbag.
The Bulldog Original Moisturiser Cracker will make a great stocking filler for the men in your life.
It includes a 100ml size moisturiser, and retails at €9.00.
All items featured in this gift guide are available in Shaws Departments stores, and Irish Pharmacies nationwide.
