Come Christmas and you are left wondering what to gift your loved ones. One idea for gifting a special women you know- mum or girl friend – is a DIY drugstore beauty hamper. If you wish to gift a hamper of beauty products without making a hole in your pocket and without resorting to dull, generic range of products, you can keep in mind a few points.
If you are not sure about the favourite colours and fragrances, you must stay away from concealers, foundations, and other items of make-up (cosmetics) that require colour considerations.
You must keep in mind the recipient at all times. If your friend is conservative, you must avoid bright blue eye shadow and fuchsia lipstick. It is good to introduce the recipient to colours and fragrances outside her comfort zone but ultimately, you want to give her items that she will surely use.
The gift items in beauty hampers for women may be divided into three categories:
• For fun, colourful gifts:
First is, eye shadow trios of Wet n Wild coloricon range. They are equivalent to high end products and may be termed as the best products in drugstores, this year. Best part is that trios are really cheap so you can buy several of them. Some good options are I Got good Jeans, Don’t Steal My Thunder and Silent treatment.
Next item is a wearable red lipstick. Choose a shade that will complement most skin tones. A shade akin to cranberry or brick would be ideal.
A blush is next. Include highlighters, bronzers along with blushes. Milani is a great brand, which can trounce all competition. E.l.f. also has a great range of these three products, which will leave you with a gorgeous glow.
Luscious lashes: The choice is difficult due to numerous mascara brands available in the market. Include a tube of your favourite brand. You could even throw in some false eyelashes. This may be an item the giftee wouldn’t buy herself but wouldn’t mind trying on if you gift them some.
• Less flashy, more substance;
Good brushes are worth every penny. The brand Eco tools are available in drug stores. E.l.f. studio brushes are wonderful for applying makeup. Target showcases a slightly expensive but well stocked collection
Eye primers are products unfamiliar to many. They are a great way to shake up and intensify already applied eye shadows. E.l.f makes a good primer and available for only $1. An eyelash curler is also a great gift.
Nail strips: Nail polish strips are unusual gifts very women will love to try. Add a glass nail file.
Goody spin pins: They do the work of 20 bobby pins.
• For dressing down:
Make up wipes make the removal of makeup easy.
Face masks: Women mistake that they are expensive. Some affordable ranges are available, and that too suitable for a variety of skin types.
Lip balm: A welcome gift for all women who want to get rid of dry, chapped lips.
Pedi scrub: Pedi scrubs made of Shea butter, olive oil, glycerine, tea tree oil incorporated in a double sided sponge to relax, smooth and exfoliate, tired feet.
Bath and shower gels: Bath &Body works brand is really great for a day of relaxation and pampering.
Feel free to mix and match products to create a beauty hamper. These ideas help you to choose between different items so that you can totally personalize the gift hamper.