How to Buy Makeup as a Gift

Many women enjoy the pleasures of makeup, from subtle hues to rainbow-colored palettes. Give her products from a reputable cosmetics line that match her skin tone.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Cosmetic Bags
• Blush
• Eye Makeup Removers
• Eye Shadow
• Eye Shadow Brushes
• Eyelash Curlers
• Eyeliners
• Face Powder
• Liquid Eyeliners
• Makeup Kits
• Mascara
• Waterproof Mascaras

1. Ponder the color scheme and general style of your intended recipient. Subtle earth tones or vibrant colors? You decide.

2. Research popular cosmetics companies. Who is the hottest name this year? Do any brands have particularly festive packaging? Your gift should include a balance of each.

3. Choose from a particular category of cosmetic types: a palette of eye shadows, a smorgasbord of brilliant blush, a rainbow of lipsticks or a festive pack of powders and bases.

4. Look for a gift-with-purchase special offer for an added package of treats that typically come in fun and convenient sample sizes.

5. Consider including a gift certificate for a free makeover from the cosmetic company's retail location.

Tips & Warnings

• You may want to wrap up a gift certificate for her favorite makeup line to insure that she receives exactly what she needs.
• Include blush brushes, eye shadow brushes, lipstick cases or a small vanity mirror with your gift.

on 11/22/2005 I recommend choosing only one shade block when buying makeup as a gift. Buy the lipstick, eyeliner, and eyeshadow all in one shade type. Try reds, blues, purples or yellows.