Rare Beauty gift sets review: why Selena’s Faves is the perfect Christmas pick
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From a cosy everyday fragrance to the viral Soft Pinch blush, Rare Beauty’s gift sets tick every box for thoughtful Christmas beauty buys
If you've yet to explore Selena Gomez's Rare Beauty brand but want to check it out, the Selena's Faves set is the perfect entry point. And if you're already a fan, it's a fabulous Christmas gift for your bestie.
The fragrance and blush set, £74, gives you two of the brand’s most talked-about creations. The first is a 50ml bottle of Rare Eau de Parfum, a soft, clean, comforting scent with a pinch of spice which is ideal for everyday wear. It has top notes of caramel, pistachio and pink pepper and is housed in an adorable bottle.
The set also includes Soft Pinch Liquid Blush, the product that helped catapult the brand to viral fame. This dewy liquid blush is so easy to apply and gives cheeks a fabulous, long-lasting flush. The shade included in the set is Hope; if you're looking for something a little brighter try Lucky. And if you want to spend a little less, go for the mini version, at £29.
Rare Beauty's Soft Pinch Lip & Cheek Trio, £34, is another gift set that's flying off the shelves this Christmas. It brings together the classic Soft Pinch Liquid Blush, the newer Soft Pinch Matte Bouncy Blush, and the glossy-sheer Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil (all in the shade Worth, a flattering rosewood tone).
Lash lovers are in for a treat with Rare Beauty's Lash & Brow Essentials Set, available for just £22 at Space NK. You'll get a mini Volumising Mascara and Brow Harmony Lifting Gel. I'm a big fan of the mascara with its firm, bristly brush which gives lashes a noticeable lift and volume without clumping.
Or if you're on the hunt for a beautifully fragranced body cream and mist, this Find Comfort Set from Space NK is ideal and you'll pay less than £30. The mist, noted for its staying power, is in high demand and has received glowing reviews.
If I had to pick a favourite among the box sets, I'd opt for Selena's Faves - the fragrance smells like Christmas Day and the blush gives you that by-the-fire glow.
Beyond the gift sets, Rare Beauty also shines for its everyday essentials. The brand’s foundation and concealer range offer lightweight, buildable coverage that feels comfortable on the skin, making it perfect for creating a natural, glowing look.
And with shades thoughtfully designed to suit a wide variety of skin tones, it’s a brand that is genuinely inclusive. Beauty commentators also appreciate Rare Beauty's mission of authenticity and focus on mental health awareness through the Rare Impact Fund which gives the brand a message beyond just beauty products.
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Laithwaite’s wine subscriptions have become one of the more reliable Christmas gift options this year, offering a practical mix of quality, convenience and long-term value. 🎁🍷 The flagship choice is the Mixed Wine Subscription, which sends four £60 cases across the year, each containing six well-selected bottles covering reds, whites and seasonal picks. For those who prefer a more focused delivery, the Red Wine Subscription keeps to richer styles only. 🍇 A premium alternative is the Fine Wine Trios option, starting at £55, which delivers three higher-end bottles per shipment. These are thoughtful, repeat-arrival gifts that tend to land well with most recipients.
Explore Laithwaite’s wine subscription gifts from £55 here: Laithwaite’s Wine Subscriptions