The holidays are officially here — which means cozy nights, sparkly makeup looks, gift guides filling our feeds, and, of course, beauty wishlists. This time of year always brings a little extra magic, and there’s nothing better than unwrapping a product you’ve had your eye on (or treating yourself to something that makes your everyday routine feel a little more luxurious). Whether you’re shopping for a beauty-obsessed friend, surprising a family member, or simply curating your own wishlist, having a thoughtful lineup of products makes holiday gifting so much easier and so much more fun.
This season, our wishlists are overflowing with everything we’ve been loving and lusting after — from luxurious fragrances and salon-worthy hair essentials to hydrating skincare, glow-boosting masks, and perfectly giftable minis. We wanted to share the items we’re hoping to see under the tree, not just because they’re trending, but because they genuinely align with the beauty routines we’re building for the new year. These are the products that make us feel confident, pampered, and a little bit festive every time we use them.
Below, we’re breaking down exactly what made it onto our Christmas beauty wishlists — and why each pick deserves a permanent spot in your holiday shopping plans, as well as how you can donate to women in need!
Emily’s Christmas Beauty Wishlist
Replica Afternoon Delight Eau de Parfum
This warm, sensual, perfectly cozy fragrance has major main-character vibes. With notes of tobacco leaf, rum, honey, and cedarwood, Afternoon Delight feels like golden-hour sunlight in a bottle — rich, inviting, and effortlessly chic. It’s one of those scents that lasts all day and makes people stop to ask what you’re wearing. For fragrance lovers (or anyone wanting something elevated and grown), this is the ultimate holiday gift.
Oribe Shampoo for Magnificent Volume
Oribe is basically hair luxury, and their volumizing products have a cult following for a reason. They give that soft, bouncy, lifted look without crunchiness or residue — basically the “rich girl” blowout effect. Plus, the signature Oribe scent makes styling feel like a salon appointment. This is the perfect wishlist pick for anyone craving more volume and movement in their hair.
Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm Minis Set
Summer Fridays’ Lip Butter Balm is already a fan favorite, so a holiday mini set is chef’s kiss. It’s hydrating, glossy, and comes in a lineup of sweet, cozy scents perfect for winter. Minis also make it easy to stash one in every bag. This set is a must for glossy-lip lovers or anyone obsessed with cute travel sizes.
Kendall’s Christmas Beauty Wishlist
Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Masks
K-beauty girls, this one’s for you. These gel masks are known for giving instant radiance thanks to PDRN, collagen, and deeply hydrating ingredients. They soothe, plump, and brighten — making them perfect for winter skin or for prepping before holiday events. Kendall loves them for that “glass skin” effect without irritation.
This is a vacation in a jar. The St. Barts scent smells like tropical beaches, coconut water, and luxury resort vibes. The scrub itself is rich, smoothing, and unbelievably softening. It leaves your skin glowing and smells strong enough to replace perfume. It’s the perfect gift for someone who loves body care or wants a self-care moment that feels expensive.
Shark FlexStyle 1.25” Auto-Wrap Curler Attachments
If you’re on beauty TikTok, you’ve seen these everywhere. These auto-wrap curling barrels attach to the Shark FlexStyle and give that bouncy, blowout curl — think Matilda Djerf, but make it effortless. It’s a wishlist essential for anyone wanting the Dyson-Airwrap-effect without the Dyson price tag. The dreamy polished bounce is very holiday-photo-ready.
How to Build the Perfect Beauty Wishlist: Everyday Essentials
A great beauty wishlist always starts with the products you use the most. Before you add the trendy launches or luxury splurges, take a moment to look at your current routine. Are you running low on your favorite moisturizer? Do you want to replace a well-loved bronzer? Have you been meaning to upgrade your haircare or everyday fragrance? These are the items that make the most sense to wishlist because you know they’ll be used and loved.
Holiday gift sets also make everyday staples more exciting — and more affordable. Many brands bundle their bestsellers into limited-edition kits, giving you better value than buying each item individually. Adding these to your wishlist ensures you’re stocking up in a smart, intentional way while still treating yourself to something fun.
How to Build the Perfect Beauty Wishlist: Splurges, Trends & Glow-Ups
Once your core beauty essentials are covered, it’s time for the fun part — the splurges. Every wishlist deserves at least one item you normally wouldn’t buy for yourself. Maybe it’s a luxury perfume you’ve been loving, a high-end hair tool you’ve seen all over TikTok, or that viral skincare product everyone can’t stop talking about. The holidays are the perfect excuse to finally try something special.
You can also build your wishlist around your beauty goals for the new year. Looking for smoother skin? Add glow-boosting serums or gentle exfoliators. Want healthier hair? Wishlist nourishing masks, volumizing sprays, or heat-protective styling tools. And don’t forget minis — holiday sets are full of adorable travel sizes, and they’re perfect for testing new formulas before committing to the full size.
At the end of the day, your wishlist should feel personal, thoughtful, and exciting. Choose products that elevate your routine, spark joy, and help you step into the new year feeling confident and inspired.
From Gifting Ourselves to Giving Back
As much fun as it is to build our Christmas wishlists and dream about the beauty gifts we hope to unwrap, the holidays are also a perfect reminder that beauty goes far beyond products. This season is about generosity, gratitude, and finding ways to support women who may not have access to the everyday essentials we often take for granted. While we’re treating ourselves to fragrances, skincare sets, and hair tools, it’s equally meaningful to think about how we can help other women feel cared for, confident, and seen during the holidays.
That’s why we also want to highlight ways you can give back this season — especially through donating hygiene, cosmetic, and personal care items to organizations serving women in need. Small contributions can make a big impact, and there are incredible nonprofits working every day to restore dignity and hope through something as simple as a beauty product.
Giving Back: How to Donate Beauty & Hygiene Products to Women in Need
Beauty and personal care items are often overlooked when people donate—yet they’re some of the most requested essentials at shelters, transitional housing programs, and outreach organizations that support women in crisis.
Many women experiencing homelessness, escaping domestic violence, or rebuilding their lives don’t have regular access to products like shampoo, deodorant, moisturizers, pads or tampons, and even basic hygiene items we use every day. Donating beauty products isn’t just about self-care—it’s about restoring dignity, confidence, and the small rituals that help women feel human again.
A standout organization doing incredible work in this space is Project Beauty Share®. Their mission is simple but deeply impactful: “Project Beauty Share® provides personal hygiene, cosmetics and beauty products to non-profit organizations who serve women and families overcoming abuse, addiction, homelessness and poverty to help restore hope and dignity in their lives.”
Rather than distributing products directly to individuals, Project Beauty Share acts as a pass-through agency, supplying essential items to multiple non-profits across the Pacific Northwest. This allows them to help a greater number of women and families by partnering with domestic violence shelters, addiction recovery programs, transitional housing, and community outreach organizations.
Their founder, Julie Farley, describes the mission beautifully:
“Women who are poverty-stricken or women-in-transition cannot afford these essential items. A lot of what we do is about health and hygiene, but it’s really about dignity.”
She also emphasizes an important issue many people don’t realize: federal assistance programs like SNAP do not cover hygiene or beauty supplies, leaving a significant gap for women who need these basics to feel clean, confident, and cared for. Project Beauty Share works hard to fill that gap by accepting donations of new and gently used products—including items you may already have at home.
A Beauty-Filled Holiday Season
Whether you’re dreaming of luxurious fragrances, glowy skincare sets, or the newest viral hair tools, building a beauty wishlist is such a fun way to celebrate the season. It’s the perfect mix of self-care, creativity, and excitement — and a great opportunity to refine your routine heading into the new year. And while we’re manifesting new beauty favorites for ourselves, it’s equally meaningful to remember the power of giving back and supporting women who need essentials far more than we do.
From thoughtful gifting to intentional wishlists and acts of generosity, this season is all about finding joy in the rituals that make us feel our best. We hope our wishlists inspired yours — and we can’t wait to see what beauty gifts you’re adding under your tree this year.
