Here's a life hack to make holiday shopping easy: Buy a gift set. Seriously. You could scrounge around for multiple gifts that'll cost you a pretty penny, or, you could get a gift set that already has multiple items in it. It shows you care, it goes above and beyond, and the shopping and curation is already done for you.
There are so many gift sets you can buy, but for the holidays, a grooming gift set is perfect. Whether you reach for skincare products, grooming tools, or fragrances, there are hundreds of sets out there that are already perfectly curated to pack a punch, look pretty, and, most importantly, make you, the gift-giver, look damn good.
We've gone through hundreds of grooming products over the years, and seen kit after kit. Below, we've compiled 15 of the very best ones to get someone (or yourself!) this holiday season.
There's no going wrong with some good ol' classic Aēsop. This skincare kit features a trio of clean, effective, luxe products, like a cleanser, toner, and hydrator—what better way is there to start off your morning or end the night?
The Ordinary is a cult-favorite skincare brand, in no small part due to its effective, affordable, no-nonsense products. There's something to treat everything and everyone, but in this kit, a Squalane Cleanser, Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG, Ethylated Ascorbic Acid 15% Solution, and Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution target dull, unbalanced skin.
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Don't overlook your nails when it comes to grooming. In a luxe leather wrap, this 12-piece kit has all the tools you need—from specialized clippers to files and tweezers—to keep your fingers looking fresh AF.
La Mer is synonymous with luxury in the skincare world, and any recipient would be glad to open this for the holidays. Inside this zip-up dopp kit is the best-selling Moisturizing Soft Cream and Lip Balm.
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Even though this skincare set is on the pricier side, its worth every penny. Dr. Sturm has some of the most potent, effective products I've ever tried, so when this trio of a cleanser, hyaluronic serum, and face cream claims to brighten, soften, and clear skin, I don't doubt it for a second.
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For the man on the go, an elegant shaving kit is a must-have. This one makes grooming easy, thanks to included tools for nails, beard care, and more.
Drunk Elephant has the ultimate stocking stuffer this season: a set of six travel-ready skincare products that you can use from the beginning of your routine to the end.
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Jo Malone is one of those brands that feels as high-end as it looks. With five luxe products—two candles, a cologne, a hand wash, and a hand lotion—you won't have to stuff your carry-on with the swag you nicked from that 5-star hotel's bathroom anymore.
To really make a mark this holiday season, opt for something high-tech. NuFace is acclaimed for its smart facial-toning technology, which uses microcurrents to strengthen and lift the skin.
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If you want to hear "Ooh, what scent is that?" all through the new year, then this is a must-have. Five of Diptyque's best-selling fragrances are right at your fingertips, ready to be tried (and loved).
Keep it simple, keep it real. Kiehl's does both with this basic skincare set, featuring a face wash, moisturizer, and exfoliating body bar.
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For a stocking stuffer to or from yourself, this travel-ready shave kit featuring a gel and razor is infallible.
Whenever I wear any scent by Penhaligon's, I get asked left and right what I'm wearing. I swear by Halfeti, a warm, spicy, best-selling scent that lasts all damn day. If I were to get this as a gift, I'd be overjoyed. Cough, cough. That was a hint to buy it for me.
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