Gift-Giving Guide, Part 2: Skincare + Devices

  

1.  Clarisonic Mia 2 Polka Dot Duo, $149.00

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One Mia 2 is $149.99, so for $50.00 more, you can purchase two.  Keep one for yourself or gift them both.  The each come with their own bag and charger, which means they are perfect for travel.  You can read more about Clarisonic and my personal experiences here.

2.  Mia 2 Keith Haring Set, $149.00

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Clarisonic has paid homage to the late artist and activist, Keith Haring.  There are a couple of designs to choose from.  Any of the designs are perfect for the pop art lover or Keith Haring appreciator in your life.  Set contains (list courtesy of sephora.com):

- Mia 2 Keith Haring "Love" Facial Cleansing Device
- Sensitive Brush Head
- Universal pLink Charger
- Keith Haring travel bag
- 1 oz Refreshing Gel Cleanser

3.  Clinique Sonic System, $89.50 and up

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Clarisonic can be a bit pricey, and while the Clinique cleansing brush is steep as well, it's a bit more affordable.  

The set in the image above contains the following (list courtesy of sephora.com):

- Sonic System Purifying Cleansing Brush in pink/orange
- Charging base
- Pink/orange travel case
- 1 oz Foaming Sonic Facial Soap
- 2 oz Clarifying Lotion 2
- 1 oz Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ 

4. Caroline Chu Anti-Aging Starter Kit, $59.95

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Give the gift amazingly radiant, youthful skin with the Anti-Aging Starter Kit from Caroline Chu.  Each set contains a moisturizer, serum, and eye cream.  The products work well with all skin types, and can be used day and night.  They also work together to reveal firm, hydrated skin, and fades away fine lines and wrinkles.       

I have used several of her products, and if you are interested, here is a link to a review of some of the others.  There isn't a product I have used that I didn't like.  The moisturizers keep my skin hydrated all day, and the eye cream is perfect for banishing tired eyes with dark circles.  Any recipient of her skincare, haircare, or makeup will not be disappointed.    

Set contains (list from carolinechu.com): 

-  CAROLINE CHU ANTI-AGING EYE CREAM with Reishi & Tibetan Mushroom Essentials 0.17OZ/5g
-  CAROLINE CHU ANTI-AGING DAY & NIGHT with Reishi & Tibetan Mushroom Essentials 0.35 OZ/10g
-  CAROLINE CHU ANTI-AGING SERUM with Reishi & Tibetan Mushroom Essentials 0.33 FL OZ/ 10ml

5.  COOLA 4-Piece Organic Suncare Travel Set, $40.00

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In case you missed it, I reviewed COOLA, and you can read that review by clicking here.  I LOVE their suncare.  Of the plethora of suncare companies, they are in my top 3.  I had purchased this set in a suncare haul (I haven't posted it yet, but I will), and think it's a great buy.  As we all know, anything organic is going to cost more, but it's not always worth it.  This suncare definitely is.  The spray is wonderful and absorbs faster than any spray I've used.  The lip conditioner comes with spf as well.  This is the perfect way to try out COOLA and protect all your recipient's bits.  The products even come with their own travel bag.   This set contains the following (list by sephora.com):

- 3.4 oz Sport Continuous Spray SPF 30 in Piña Colada
- 2 oz ER+ Radical Recovery After-Sun Lotion
- 0.85 oz Classic Face Moisturizer SPF 30 in Cucumber
- 0.15 oz Liplux SPF 30 in Original Formula
- Zippered travel pouch

6.  boscia Black Charcoal Pore Perfection Set, $10.00

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Charcoal is a wonderful adsorbent, so one way to beautiful skin is through this set from boscia.  With a mini charcoal cleanser and charcoal blot paper, you recipient's skin will be clean and detoxified.  The best part?  It won't put too big of a dent in your wallet.

Set contents (list courtesy of sephora.com):

- 1 oz Detoxifying Black Cleanser
- 100 x Black Charcoal Blotting Linens

7.  First Aid Beauty FAB Cleanse & Exfoliate Kit, $10.00

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Perfect for the recipient on-the-go, this cleanser and facial pad combo fits perfectly in any gym bag, weekender, or carry-on.    

Kit list (courtesy of sephora.com):

- 2 oz Face Cleanser
- 10 x Facial Radiance Pads

8.  Murad Acne Mini Cleanser Set, $25.00

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If you give this as a gift, hopefully the recipient isn't offended.  Personally, I LOVE Murad.  Everything works well, and this travel set is perfect for anyone on-the-go, dorming, or needs their skin rejuvenated.  Each product works quickly to clear up problem skin.  The mini set is the perfect way for your recipient to try what Murad has to offer.  This set contains cleansers and an exfoliator for face and body. 
 
Set contents (courtesy of sephora.com):

- 1.5 oz Clarifying Cleanser
- 1.5 oz Time Release Acne Cleanser
- 0.043 oz Transforming Powder Dual-Action Cleanser & Exfoliator
- 2 oz Acne Body Wash