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15 holiday gifts under $20 for your makeup-loving bestie


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It's holiday season, which also means that it's gift-giving season. If you've got a friend who loves makeup, we've got you covered. Here are fifteen gifts that your bestie is sure to *heart*. 

Makeup sponge and brush washing machine

This mini washing machine became popular after going viral on TikTok, so if your friend is a TikTok junkie (like we all are) they've probably seen this on their FYP. It's a toy washing machine that can clean their makeup sponges *and* look super cute on the counter.


Mini Makeup Brush Cleaner - Amazon, $11

Face roller

These jade face rollers are the *perf* addition to your bestie's makeup and skincare routine. Before using it, they can put the roller in the freezer to depuff their face in the mornings or they can use it at night to massage their face and help skincare products sink in deeper. Plus, the rollers come in the prettiest crystal colors.


Sonia Kashuk™ Rose Quartz Roller - Target, $15

Gua sha tool

Similar to face rollers, gua sha tools help to massage and sculpt your face. You can find gua sha tools sold on their own or in packs with face rollers. 


Mei Apothecary Jade Gua Sha Facial Massage Beauty Tool - Target, $13

Lip balm PopSocket

Your bestie will *love* this adorbs PopSocket that flips open to a little pot of lip balm. The best part is that if she ever runs out of the lip balm inside the PopSocket, she can get refills in six delish flavors.


PopGrip Lips Watermellionaire - PopSockets, $15

Personalized makeup bag

These makeup bags are both *adorbs* and versatile. Your friend can use it as a makeup bag, pencil pouch or just a carrying pouch for anything. Plus, you can add extra little gifts or their favorite candy inside before giving the bag to them. 


Personalized Monogram Makeup Bag - Etsy, $13

Rare Beauty Lip & Cheek Mini Duo

Selena Gomez came out with a new makeup line this past September, and two of the most highly reviewed products from her line are the liquid blush and lipstick. Any makeup-loving bestie has *def* heard about these products, and this duo set from Sephora has travel sizes of both for just $15.


Best of Rare Beauty Lip & Cheek Mini Duo - Sephora, $15

Reusable makeup remover pads

If your friend has recently started thinking about being more sustainable or started watching our fave skincare expert Hyram, this is the *perf* Hyram-approved stocking stuffer. After each use, just pop the makeup pads in the washing machine and voila! Your friend no longer creates waste when removing makeup.


Reusable Makeup Remover Pads and Microfiber Face Cleansing Gloves - Amazon, $15

Pretty makeup brushes

Any makeup lover would appreciate makeup brushes, especially fun or colorful ones. You can find a set in your bestie's favorite color or there are brushes with mermaid tails, unicorn horns and even Harry Potter wands as handles. These brushes from Amazon and e.l.f. come in a pretty pink color that would work for anyone.


Makeup Brush Set - Amazon, $11


Retro Paradise 5 Piece Brush Set - e.l.f., $20

Lip gloss

Who doesn't love a good lip gloss? Clear lip gloss is easy to buy for others since you don't have to do too much guessing about what colors your friend would like or what color would look good on them. This lip gloss from Glossier is a popular, non-sticky gloss your friend will *def* love. 


Lip Gloss - Glossier, $14

Face mist

Face mists are *so* refreshing and can be spritzed on throughout the day or as part of a skincare or makeup routine. These mini Mario Badescu mists are known for being cute, and they're easy to carry around.


Discover Mario: Meet The Mists Kit - Ulta, $10

Sheet masks

Sheet masks are an essential when it comes to self-care and winding down at the end of a long week. Most masks are cheap, so they're easy to add to any gift. This sheet mask from Mamonde, a K-beauty brand, has an *amaze* rose scent and essence. 

Rose Flower Lab Essence Sheet Mask - Ulta, $3

Lip mask

Lip masks help ensure that lipsticks and glosses go on smoothly, but it's still an often-overlooked part of makeup routines. So chances are, your bestie might not have a lip mask yet. This lip mask from Awake Beauty gets the job done and smells super yummy too!


Lip Therapy Lip Mask - Ulta, $20

Face mask

This is a great go-to gift that works for anyone, because who doesn't love to relax with a face mask on? Face masks are like a sheet mask's older sister. They can deliver more hydration and give the skin a little *extra* glow. This mask from Youth To The People also has Vitamin C for brightening the skin. 


Mini Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask - Sephora, $15

Face mask spatula

If your bestie already has a good face mask that they like, you can get them a fancy face mask spatula to make their spa nights feel even more like they're getting a facial done professionally. This masking set from Sephora has a pretty rose-quartz spatula and headband to up your friend's face mask game.


Beauty Ritual Masking Set - Sephora, $14

Setting spray ornament

The Urban Decay setting spray is one of the most popular and well-reviewed setting sprays. This travel-sized setting spray is *perf* for touching up on the go, and it even comes in a cute ornament!


Mini All Nighter Setting Spray Ornament Holiday Gift - Sephora, $15

Got a makeup product on your wishlist? Let us know on Twitter @girlslifemag!

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by Erin Jeon | 12/7/2020
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