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5 best gifts for skincare lovers

Skincare lovers take their routine seriously. There's a shelf of serums in the bathroom, a favourite cleanser they won't switch and a few minutes every night that are just for them. These gifts for skincare lovers cover cleansing, hydrating and caring for skin while they sleep, so you don't need to know their skin type to get it right.

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  1. Slip pure silk pillowcase, queen, white

    Slip pure silk pillowcase, queen, white

    A silk pillowcase is a skincare gift that works while they sleep. Slip's is 22 momme, 6A-grade mulberry silk, and in Slip's lab tests it caused 43% less friction than cotton, so there's less tugging on skin and hair. It has a hidden zip and goes in the washing machine.

    Pros

    • 22 momme, 6A mulberry silk.
    • Less friction on skin and hair than cotton.
    • Machine washable.

    Cons

    • Queen size, so check it fits their pillows.
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    Product sources

    Slip product page ↗

  2. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, berry

    Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, berry

    Laneige's Lip Sleeping Mask goes on thick before bed and they wake up to softer lips. It's made with a berry fruit complex, coconut oil, shea butter and murumuru butter, and a 20g pot lasts a long time.

    Pros

    • Rich overnight lip treatment.
    • 20g pot lasts for months.

    Cons

    • Scented, which won't suit everyone.
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    Product sources

    Laneige product page ↗

  3. FOREO LUNA 4 mini facial cleansing device

    FOREO LUNA 4 mini facial cleansing device

    The LUNA 4 mini is a small silicone cleansing brush that uses sonic pulsations to clear pores. Silicone is gentler and more hygienic than bristles, it's fully waterproof, and one charge lasts up to 500 uses.

    Pros

    • Up to 500 uses per charge.
    • Waterproof, hygienic silicone.

    Cons

    • Pricey for a cleansing brush.
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    Product sources

    FOREO product page ↗

  4. Shark CryoGlow LED face mask

    Shark CryoGlow LED face mask

    Shark's CryoGlow is an at-home LED mask with red, blue and infrared light treatments for fine lines and blemishes. Its standout extra is under-eye cooling, with three chill levels, for puffy mornings. The routines are six to eight minutes long, and it comes with a remote and storage cover.

    Pros

    • Red, blue and infrared modes.
    • Under-eye cooling.
    • Short daily routines.

    Cons

    • Very expensive.
    • Results take weeks of regular use.
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    Product sources

    Amazon UK listing from Shark ↗

  5. COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

    COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

    This K-beauty favourite is 96% snail mucin with hyaluronic acid, made to hydrate and soothe. It's light, fast-absorbing and fragrance-free, and COSRX says it suits all skin types, especially sensitive skin.

    Pros

    • Light, fast-absorbing and fragrance-free.
    • Suits sensitive skin.

    Cons

    • Some people don't like the slippery feel.
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    Product sources

    COSRX product page ↗

What to buy someone who loves skincare

Skin types vary, so gentle, well-loved products are safer than strong actives. The best gifts for skincare lovers feel like a treat and suit most skin, from a silk pillowcase to an LED face mask. Check whether they have sensitive skin or prefer fragrance-free products. A silk pillowcase suits absolutely everyone.

How we picked these gifts for skincare lovers

We picked each product for what skincare lovers enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.

Amazon shows the current price and delivery. Where we've checked that the US listing is the same product, the US link goes there. Otherwise you'll get the UK listing, labelled as such. More about our research.