25 Beauty Gifts That Look More Expensive Than They Are, Because We Gotchu

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This holiday season, you may want to gift your friends and family diamonds, but let's be real: girlfriend's got rent to pay. And while we don't fault anyone for spending money on the ones they love (ICYMI: 'tis the season for that sort of thing), sometimes your bank account prohibits such behavior.

However, that's no reason to be a Scrooge. As it turns out, with a little research, you can give your mom, BFF, or boo thing beauty gifts that only look expensive. Ahead, find our 25 favorite luxe-looking beauty gifts, all 25 bucks or less.

Additional reporting by Alaina Demopoulos

01
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Holiday Edition
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Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Holiday Edition

The Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Holiday Edition ($20) will give them their most hydrated lips ever. Seriously, they'll wake up and think they put on lip balm.

02
Skin Gym Eye Workout Kit
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Skin Gym Eye Workout Kit

Give the hottest skincare tool of the year without breaking the bank. Order the Skin Gym Eye Workout Kit ($22) before we beat you to it!

03
La Mer Treatment Lotion Hydrating Mask
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La Mer Treatment Lotion Hydrating Mask

Hearing that La Mer products exist under $25 made me audibly gasp, but it really does exist. The La Mer Treatment Lotion Hydrating Mask ($25) will make them feel like their fanciest self.

04
Lipstick Queen Secret Garden Mini Trio
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Lipstick Queen Secret Garden Mini Trio

Transform their lip color with this Lipstick Queen Secret Garden Mini Trio ($15).

05
Harper + Ari Exfoliating Sugar Cubes
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Harper + Ari Exfoliating Sugar Cubes

Anyone who's obsessed with packaging will squeal with delight over these Harper + Ari Exfoliating Sugar Cubes ($22). Gone are the days of their basic body scrub.

06
Nest Pumpkin Chai Scented Candle
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Nest Pumpkin Chai Scented Candle

Make their home smell delicious all season long with this adorable Nest Pumpkin Chai Scented Candle ($16).

07
Lancome Juicy Tubes Duo
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Lancome Juicy Tubes Duo

Your nostalgia-loving friend will swoon over this classic makeup staple. The Lancome Juicy Tubes Duo ($20) takes us right back to the early 2000s. It's positively juicy.

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SkinnyDip Sunset Pink + Rose Gold Glitter Set
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SkinnyDip Sunset Pink + Rose Gold Glitter Set

A true makeup maven knows you're only as good as your cosmetics case, so we found the most sparkling one possible. The SkinnyDip Sunset Pink + Rose Gold Glitter Set ($20) also comes with a pretty compact, perfect for on-the-go touch-ups.

09
Gourmand Petite Macaron Bath Bomb Set
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Gourmand Petite Macaron Bath Bomb Set

The spa queen on a budget will love the Gourmand Petite Macaron Bath Bomb Set ($10). They're almost too pretty to use.

10
Jouer Cosmetics Rose Gold Collection Set
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Jouer Cosmetics Rose Gold Collection Set

Add a little sparkle to their look with the Jouer Cosmetics Rose Gold Collection Set ($25). It contains a highlighter, liquid lipstick, and liquid lip topper.

11
Natasha Denona Mini Star Eyeshadow Palette
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Natasha Denona Mini Star Eyeshadow Palette

The color payoff of this Natasha Denona Mini Star Eyeshadow Palette ($25) is insane.

12
FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color
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FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color

Once you buy just one FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color ($24), you'll want lots more.

13
Tarte Here Today, Gone to Maui Set
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Tarte Here Today, Gone to Maui Set

The minis in this Tarte Here Today, Gone to Maui Set ($25) are perfect for traveling.

16
Marc Jacobs Daisy & Daisy Eau So Fresh Mini Set
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Marc Jacobs Daisy & Daisy Eau So Fresh Mini Set

The crisp, light notes in this Marc Jacobs Daisy & Daisy Eau So Fresh Mini Set ($20) are ideal for every day.

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Sephora Collection This Is Coco-nuts! Set
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Sephora Collection This Is Coco-nuts! Set

Your skin will glow like whoa when you use this Sephora Collection This Is Coco-nuts! Set ($20).

19
Go-Comb Personalized Brass Tile Mirror
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Go-Comb Personalized Brass Tile Mirror

Thoughtful and thrifty, this shiny Personalized Brass Tile Mirror ($22) will win a covetable spot of honor on your giftee's vanity.

20
Wander Beauty Kiss & Tell
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Wander Beauty Kiss & Tell

Two full-sized lipsticks come inside a party-ready clutch in this Wander Beauty Kiss & Tell ($25, originally $58).

22
Sunday Forever Sage + Incense Shell
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Sunday Forever Sage + Incense Shell

This sea-harvested abalone Sunday Forever Sage + Incense Shell ($22) is perfect for both your hippie friend who needs a stylish way to burn incense and your makeup-obsessed friend who needs a stylish way to hoard lipsticks.

23
Deborah Lippmann Winter Romance Gel Lab Pro Nail Color Duo
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Deborah Lippmann Winter Romance Gel Lab Pro Nail Color Duo

The Deborah Lippmann Winter Romance Gel Lab Pro Nail Color Duo ($19) is so gorgeous. The shades are the perfect inspiration for their next holiday manicure.

24
Tangle Teezer On-the-Go Metallic Brush
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Tangle Teezer On-the-Go Metallic Brush

Your friend can detangle her strands and look cute while doing so with this sleek Tangle Teezer On-the-Go Metallic Brush ($16), which is a perfect size for traveling.

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Chloé Deluxe Mini Duo Set
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Chloé Deluxe Mini Duo Set

Treat your BFF to this special Chloé Deluxe Mini Duo Set ($20).