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The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5 

By Loren Lee · Updated October 24, 2020

For a lot of us, the weather outside is frightful and we could use a pick-me-up. Since shopping always makes things better, why not get a head start on gift shopping for your loved ones this year and skip the Christmas-Eve fiasco à la last year.  

The point is: there’s no excuse to wait until the last minute anymore because we’ve rounded up 10 skin care products — a mixture of award-winning, best-selling and word-of-mouth favorites — anyone on your list would appreciate.

Keep reading to find a few tried-and-true picks for almost every budget.

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01
Peter Thomas Roth, Mask-a-Holic Set

Five different masks to experiment with, plus an applicator that makes the process even more enjoyable.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5

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available at Sephora $75 Buy
02
Sephora, Green Tea Eye Mask

The ultimate stocking stuffers, these eye masks make great stocking stuffers.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5
available at Sephora $5 Buy
03
Indie Lee, Calendula Eye Balm
The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5
available at Vivrant Beauty $42 Buy
04
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, Pro Facial Steamer

Open your mind (and your pores)! Make at-home spa days feel like the real deal with this steamer.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5
available at Sephora $159 Buy
05
Drunk Elephant, Lala Retro Whipped Cream

It applies like a dream, and keeps skin feeling moisturized for hours.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5
available at Sephora $60 Buy
06
Eve Lom, Cleanser

Luxury in a pot, this cleanser will enliven any skin care regimen – stubborn makeup and dirt doesn’t stand a chance.  

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5

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available at Sephora $80 Buy
07
Sunday Riley, C.E.O C + E antiOXIDANT Protect + Repair Moisturizer

It promises a more radiant complexion, extremely moisturized skin and a refreshing citrus scent. Spoiler alert: it delivers.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5
available at Sephora $65 Buy
08
Glossier, Balm Dotcom

It’s a cult favorite for a reason! Hydrate the lips and skin with this oh-so perfect salve.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5

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available at Glossier $12 Buy
09
Shea Moisture, Peace Rose Oil Complex Sensitive Skin Facial Moisturizer

This calming face moisturizer is actually great for all skin types, plus the rose scent is nice and subtle.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5

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available at Target $11.99 Buy
10
Le Labo, Hand Pomade

Keep the hands moisturized without leaving behind a greasy feeling, plus is smells like autumn.

The Tried and True Skin Products Anyone On Your Christmas List Will Appreciate, Starting at $5

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available at Nordstrom $25 Buy