Lipgloss Sets for Holiday 2012
I hate to rush the Fall away because it is my favorite season. But…now is a good time as any to start creating my Sephora Friends and Family Wish List. It’s also a great time to muse over what I’ll be stuffing into makeup lover’s stockings this season. Dude, I so sincerely lack makeup loving friends outside you guys! All my friends have other interests and aren’t as obsessed with beauty as I am.
I feel so lonely. Thank the makeup gods I’m blessed with all you wonderful like minded folk!
In the spirit of Holiday Gift Sets I’ve run across some amazing lipgloss sets we might all want this season.
Take a look!
Smashbox Studio Pop For Lips $26
A set of five limited-edition lip glosses in an irresistible, collectible tin.
Includes:
- 2 x Reflection High Shine Lip Glosses in Candy (bubblegum pink), Star (clear pearl shimmer)
- 3 x Lip Enhancing Glosses in Razzle (opalescent bright pink), Illume (pale nude with iridescence), Spiceberry (nude creamy pink)
What I think:
Too expensive and uneventful. Smashbox likes to round up what appears to be the same Lip Enhancing Glosses year after year. I’m a little tired of them to be honest and they tend to have a drier texture without much shine. I can skip this one.
Sephora IZAK Mini Lip Gloss Set $14
A five piece collection of mini lip glosses decorated with whimsical illustrations.
Includes:
- Candy Floss
- Sunset
- Tea Rose
- Fiesta Red
- Berrylicious
What I think:
We’ve seen some of the Izak for Sephora Collection earlier this year and it seemed quite nice. I have yet to try in all honesty but this gloss set might change my mind. Although small, 0.05 oz each, they still have a friendly price tag which makes them a nice stocking stuffer.
A Sephora exclusive lip gloss coffret featuring five Larger Than Life Lip Gloss shades.
Shades:
- Silver Factory (aluminum glitter)
- Chelsea Girls (flesh-toned beige)
- Drella (ultra sheer hot pink)
- Blue Movie (pink sherbet)
- Myths (rosy pink)
What I think:
Way too costly! Larger Than Life Lip Gloss is a great formula but the brush kills the entire deal for me. Until NARS revamps the brush applicator I won’t be splurging near $60 on a mini gloss set. There are far TOO many gloss sets under $30 or a little shy of the $34 mark which entitle you to a bigger selection which a far friendly applicator. NARS fan girls need apply only on this one. I count myself one but this isn’t for me. Plus the shades are a boo….I def can’t see myself sporting Silver Factory even as an overcoat.
Stila All Is Bright Lip Glaze Set $25
A limited-edition annual holiday favorite featuring eight gorgeous, ultra-high shine lip glosses.
Shades:
- Jack Frost
- Jingle
- Holly
- Jolly
- Joy
- Splendor
- Black Cherry
- Sugar Plum
What I think:
One of my FAVORITE deals and steals of the season. It wouldn’t be Christmas without a Stila Lip Glaze Set! Love ’em or hate ’em it’s a great bargain that includes a large range of gloss with a formula that’s glossy with a beautiful tint. And $25 dollars? Steal!
Lorac Sweet Temptations Lip Gloss Collection $25
A limited-edition set of six sweetly scented, hydrating lip glosses infused with nourishing antioxidants.
Shades:
- Candy Apple (warm red)
- Frosted Gumdrop (bright pink)
- Sugar Plum (berry)
- Cotton Candy (medium pink)
- Butterscotch (pale peach)
- Crème Brulée (light pink)
What I think:
Another top pick for my Holiday wish list. I’ve purchased Lorac Gloss Sets almost every single year for the past several years and have always been very pleased with them. Great range of color, totally inexpensive, and such a fabulous little gift if you aren’t greedy and want to keep ’em for yourself!
Benefit High Flyin� Glosses $26
A limited-edition set of six gorgeous mini lip glosses.
What I think:
A complete range of all the Ultra Gloss shades? Wicked! If you’re a Benefit Box Powder fan this set is absolutely essential! They are the perfect complimentary shades to your boxed powders. Absolute must have and a great formula too that’s plush, glossy, and ranges from sheer to medium pigmentation! Dallas=AWESOME!
Laura Mercier Mini Lip Glacé Collection $36
A set of four high-shine, perfectly pigmented lip glosses with rich, long-lasting color and brilliant shine for creating the appearance of fuller lips.
Includes:
- Blush
- Baby Doll
- Rose
- Bare Beige
What I think:
Laura’s Lip Glace is so underrated. It’s a fabulous formula with full color payoff and yes, $38 does seem a bit much to splurge. But truly the value is here considering the amount of pigment each “gloss” has. I’m always terribly pleased with this collection. If you like higher end this is the Holiday Gloss Set for you!
Sephora Gloss Lab $25
A ten-piece collection of gorgeous glosses for a customized pout.
Shades:
- Pink Shimmer
- Peach Shimmer
- Coral Pink
- Pink
- Hot Pink
- Neutral Rose
- Rose With Shimmer
- Clear Shine
- Shimmer
- Glitter
What I think:
Yes, sometimes Sephora gets it right. This is a nice selection of glosses in a variety of shades and finishes. 0.068 oz is a little small for the price but they do make up for it in variety however, sometimes the formula isn’t all that great. Will have to try them in store before indulging!
Anastasia Beverly Hills Kisses On My List Volume 2 Hydrafull Gloss Set $30
A limited-edition HydraFull Gloss set that includes three sheer, ultra-hydrating glosses and three new and exclusive Hypercolor glosses.
What I think:
I’ve fallen in love with this glossy formula. It’s plush, glossy, and makes my lips look ultra pouty! At $5 each for a 0.07 oz gloss it isn’t too shabby a deal either. Made up for 50% Pink and 50% Peach shades it caters to those who desire a more nude, natural range of color.
These are only SOME of the vast array of glosses that will be available this Holiday Season. This is an excellent time to start deciding which sets you want to add to your own stash. It’s also a great time to try out something new as you aren’t splurging on a single shade that will set you back $20 or more dollars. It’s the time of the year that $25 to $35 will not get you one lipgloss but several. Even in mini size this is still a most excellent deal plus brands like Tarte are extra generous and create sets will all full size products.
Dontcha just love the Holidays?
Feel free to tell me your thoughts on each of these sets!