17 Last-Minute Christmas Gifts

Spoil the woman in your life this Christmas with our top last-minute gift stylish gift recommendations and Take the hard work out of searching hours on the internet for the right present now London and the South East enter Tier 4 restrictions. Our picks include Guerlain’s golden Christmas make-up collection, Ruifier Haven core bracelet and Atelier Cologne Clementine California candle, plus a cosy Liberty knitted wool throw for stylish sofa sessions.

Guerlain Golden Bee Meteorites, £45

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I’m sure every girl would like to receive a piece of Guerlain’s make-up magic under her Christmas tree – this Golden Bee Meteorites is a limited edition for Christmas and has been updated for the holiday season with the addition of glistening gold pearls, which creates a subtle golden sheen on the skin.

Ruifier Haven Core Circle Bracelet, £365

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A real statement piece of jewellery that is perfect for layering and will please even the most discerning female. Crafted in festive red cord, complete with a lock pendant featuring a natural diamond in a18-carat yellow gold finish.

Chanel No5 The Hair Mist, £48

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Chanel No 5 is one of the most iconic perfumes of all time. Those wishing for a slightly more subtle take on the scent might like to invest in the hair mist – a delicate spray that infuses hair with the fragrance’s famous aroma, complete with new active ingredients rose and jasmine to soften and add shine.

ESPA Sweet Dreams Collection, £55

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British brand ESPA always delivers the most exceptional skincare formulations, so you can imagine our excitement when the brand introduced a soothing sleep-themed Christmas gift set to aid sleep and relaxation.

Duck & Dry Blow Dry, £35

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Christmas party season might be on hold this year, but what better way to get excited about the thought of coming out of lockdown with a bouncy blow dry voucher at Duck & Dry? We highly recommend booking in at the Mayfair branch for a blow dry to cause serious hair envy‒ think cool girl beach-esque waves without the overdone factor. 

Maria Nila Structure Repair Holiday Box, £45

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The limited-edition collection of holiday boxes from Maria Nila takes inspiration from astrology. This structure repair kit s all you need to strengthen fragile hair and includes structure repair shampoo and conditioner and Maria Nila’s iconic true soft argan oil to deeply nourish.

Les Chaines de Chanel Illuminating Blush Powder, £52

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Chanel blushers have been among our make-up staples for years and now there is even more of a reason to invest; Chanel’s limited-edition holiday blusher contains golden and rose shimmer which transform the skin – what’s more, the blush also features an embossed chain design.

Prada Branded-Plaque Shearling Pouch and Tote Bag, £1,760

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You can never have too many Prada bags and this pink shearling version will be a nice addition to any handbag collection. It might just be our favourite Christmas gift on the list.

Atelier Cologne Clementine California Candle, £45

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Our love affair with Atelier Cologne continues with the Clementine California candle – the name alone is a winner in our book. This is a citrus candle, but not as you may know it – a woody dose of anise and vetiver really sets this scent alight.

Benefit BYOB Makeup Gift Set, £37.50

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We’ve lost count of how many Benefit products we have in our makeup bag at the moment; this is a cosmetic brand that delivers everything it promises. The BYOB Christmas gift set is packed with Benefit favourites like a full-size Gimme Brow+ brow gel, Hoola bronzer, They’re Real! lengthening mascara and a mini Porefessional.

Dr. Hauschka Daily Companions, £20

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This is a great way to introduce a lucky person to the Dr. Hauschka brand. The gift kit is stocked with some of Dr. Hauschka’s best-selling skincare staples: Hayflower cardamon cleansing lotion and hydrating hand cream, along with Dr. Hauschka’s lip care stick to protect from harsh winter conditions.

Liz Earle Seasonal Serenity, £30

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Award-winning skincare brand Liz Earle uses only the finest botanical and naturally sourced ingredients to create one of Britain’s most-loved beauty brands. The seasonal serenity festive set includes Liz Earle’s bestsellers; a 200ml bottle of cleanse & polish hot cloth cleanser with natural neroli, two pure cotton cleansing cloths and a cloth hook.

Mavala Discovery Set, £30

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Mavala is a must for those looking to keep nails in tip-top condition, and now there’s even more of a reason to stock up on the brand with the introduction of the nail maintenance discovery set. You’ll find everything you need inside to help protect, nourish and replenish nails, including Mavala’s iconic hand cream, cuticle remover, Scientifique K+ nail hardener, base coat, top coat and a super speedy oil seal dryer.

Guerlain Rouge G Golden Ruby Lipstick Case, £32 & Rouge G lipstick, £26

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May we introduce you to your new holiday season must-have for zoom parties? The packaging alone gets our vote. The house of Guerlain reveals two limited-edition lip colours in a deep matte red shade and dusty pink, along with an exclusive new shimmering lip top coat – why not complement your new lip shade with a rhinestone encrusted case in this festive colour palette of red and gold?

Patchology Glitter Eye Gels, £18

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Patchology is our go-to brand to perk up tired screen eyes; the latest limited-edition glitter eye gels infused with green tea, vitamin C and mulberry extract instantly reduces dark circles, fine lines and adds a serious dose of hydration.

Leaves & Flowers Skin Sleep Cream, £65

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Think of this as a spa facial while you sleep. Made from a powerful cocktail of CBD ingredients, Leaves & Flowersis packed with plankton extract and Bulgarian rose. Expect noticeably brighter, hydrated, firmer and rested skin – as beneficial as a good night’s sleep.

Liberty Lanthe Knitted Wool Throw, £395

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Cosy up on the sofa with this seriously soft wool throw, featuring Liberty’s signature Art Nouveau design – just add a crisp glass of champagne and a good supply of chocolate truffles.