The best Christmas gifts are the luxurious treats that we would love, but wouldn’t splash out on for ourselves …
This is the time to go all-out – think decadent and delicious. Whether you choose a mini lipstick, a rich dark nail colour or a restful sleep spray, it’s all about luxurious treats that we wouldn’t splash out on for ourselves. A fabulous face cream is welcome (though “anti-ageing” anything is not). We especially appreciate Irish beauty that delivers, from Max Benjamin’s body line to naturally excellent skincare created by local heroes like Nunaïa, Modern Botany and Mervue Organic. Vouchers for treatments are always welcome, too (ideally, Biologique Recherche facials at Skin by Olga and Institute of Dermatologists, and an outdoor botanical bath at the new Garden Room at Cliff at Lyons). And bring on the party palettes and maximum sparkle for the cocktail season ahead.
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LA MER
For a serious treat, La Mer’s Deep Soothing Collection, €505, is at Brown Thomas. Pick up La Mer at The Loop at the airport if you’re travelling this Christmas.
NARS
Matte, metallics and sparkle: The perfect party eye colours in a palette small enough to fit in your mini bag. Nars Mini Orgasm Palette, €26; www.narscosmetics.ie.
HERMÈS
Refillable Hermès lip colours are the crème de la crème. €69; www.hermes.com. As an alternative, try Zara’s refillable matte lipsticks, €10.95 at Zara Liffey Valley, the first store in Ireland with a dedicated beauty area; www.zara.com.
CHANEL
The perfect nail colour: Dark and delicious. Chanel Rouge Intemporel, €27, at counters nationwide.
NEELU’S
A gift voucher for Neelu’s on Liffey Street, Dublin 1 will be warmly welcomed. With 30 years’ experience, Neelu uses cuttingedge treatment and traditional know-how to transform mature skin; www.neelus-salon.com.
We especially appreciate Irish beauty that delivers, from Max Benjamin’s body line to naturally excellent skincare created by local heroes like Nunaïa, Modern Botany and Mervue Organic.
NORMANN COPENHAGEN
Rose-tinted make-up storage: Candyfloss Rose Magic Jar, Normann Copenhagen, €120; www.amara.com.
BON PARFUMEUR
Bon Parfumeur fragrant French perfumes and candles (available at www.theloop.ie) add a chic touch to your bag or bathroom. Hand cream, €12; www.bonparfumeur.com.
CLARINS
Clarins Lip Comfort Oils are the velvet sofa of lip colours, glamorous and supremely soft to wear. This hot pink has a hint of shimmer. €21; www.clarins.ie.
JANE DARCY
A Jane Darcy Luxury Sleep Gift Set includes a silk eye mask and pillowcase, three silk scrunchies and a natural soy wax candle. €150; www.janedarcy.ie.
MERVUE ORGANIC
This serum by Irish skincare company Mervue Organic contains hydrating avocado and borage oils and has a subtle rose geranium scent. €32.50; www.seagreen.ie and www.mervuenaturalskincare.com.
SISLEY
A silky, active oil, rich in omegas to nourish the skin, Sisley’s famed Black Rose Precious Face Oil is a decadent treat. €179, at Brown Thomas.
