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25 Ways to Spend Your Sephora Holiday Gift Card That Aren't Just Makeup

Don't sleep on this Gwyneth Paltrow-backed luxe comb.

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Unless you're truly a pro, beauty gifts are the one type of present where a gift card really is best—after all, one person's holy grail moisturizer is the source of another's break-out woes. Enter: Sephora. Whether you've sent your friend a gift card for the holidays and are helping them figure out how to spend it or have your very own to splash out on, the retailer is chock full of every makeup, skincare, and haircare item you could ever need. (And then even some you didn't know you could find there; hello, luxury candles.)

From staple tools to high-end treats to fun products to whip out when you're feeling experimental, we have 25 options to get you started. Here are our top beauty product gift ideas, from $25 to $200.

Go ahead and live all your Euphoria-related makeup dreams with this iridescent nail polish and highlighter duo that'll give you the perfect amount of shimmer.

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Gisou Hair Oil

Gisou Hair Oil

This tiny miracle bottle is going to be your golden ticket for glossy hair. The secret ingredient? Honey, which nourishes and softens each strand.

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Give your go-to black liner a break and mix things up with a colorful option. Kulfi's waterproof pick comes in fun shades like kelly green and berry pink, as well as more staple neutrals.

This lip mask has almost 16,000 reviews, many of them comparing it to a more upscale (and better-smelling) Vaseline that'll definitely keep your chapped lips soft—yes, even in the winter.

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Herbivore Bath Soak

Herbivore Bath Soak

From the minimalist packaging you can leave out on your vanity to the moisturizing coconut milk-based formula, this bath soak feels way more expensive than its price tag.

For beach waves 365 days a year—whether or not you actually live near a body of water—pick up this little bottle from celeb stylist Jen Atkin's brand Ouai.

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We're pretty sure this tortoiseshell comb, which is hand-carved in Switzerland from plant-based cellulose acetate, is the fanciest detangler we've ever seen—and it even has Gwyneth Paltrow's stamp of approval. Use it in the shower or on towel-dried hair.

Looking to test out a new body skincare routine without the commitment? Nécessaire's four-piece set includes everything from an exfoliator to a lotion, all conveniently available in travel-sized bottles.

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With over 5.4k reviews, this hydrating primer is a clear customer fave. It's also silicone- and oil-free for a non-greasy finish, and reviewers note it helps makeup stay on all day.

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Otherland 'Tapestry' Candle

Otherland 'Tapestry' Candle
Now 25% Off

With hints of burnt maple and smoky oud, this woody candle is perfect for those chilly winter nights.

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For when you can't pick just one face mask: don't. This set of 10 has you covered for all future skin concerns from redness to dryness to clogged pores.

If you prefer rich creams over lotions, gift yourself a tub of this decadent body butter. Reviewers love how easily it blends into the skin despite its thicker consistency.

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Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palette
Now 30% Off

With a near-perfect 4.8-star rating and every warm-toned shade you could ever want, this is the ideal palette for when you want a bronzed look. (Or just some extra sparkle: There are six glittery shadows included in the mostly matte mix.)

Beat plane skin one and for all with this genius mask (which also comes in TSA-approved sizes if you're not checking a bag). It's designed to nourish, hydrate, and soothe tired, stressed-out skin by relying on a mix of antioxidants and niacinamide.

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New year, new brush set. Sephora's affordable collection has 10 different brush sizes and even comes with a carrying pouch to keep them protected during travel.

Skip the salon with a blow dryer brush that'll dry and add volume to your hair at the same time. It's designed to work on all hair types and textures.

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Whether you're feeling a classic red or moody mauve, Gucci's ultra-saturated lipsticks will feel like a little luxury every time you slick one on.

Gift yourself the present of better hair with a silk pillowcase designed to keep your locks smooth and your skin crease-free while you sleep.

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Take it from the 1,000-plus reviewers who gave this serum five stars: It's a plumping, smoothing formula that locks in hydration and will fast become a skincare holy grail.

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Shiseido Sunscreen

Shiseido Sunscreen

It's the most important step of any skincare routine, so you might as well go ahead and splurge on your sunscreen. Shiseido's SPF 42 sunscreen is oil-free and includes hyaluronic acid to keep your skin hydrated.

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Elly Leavitt
Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor

Elly Leavitt is a fashion and luxury commerce editor with over seven years of experience covering fashion and design. Her writing can be found in Harper’s BAZAAR, ELLE, Town & Country, Esquire, ELLE Decor, and more. Previously, she was an editor at Domino magazine. You can probably find her in line at Trader Joe's. You will never find her at SoulCycle.

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