Quo Cosmetics Holiday Collection and Gift Guide 2019

When my husband and I celebrated our first Christmas we had only been dating for five months. We were still getting to know each other but it was obvious that I loved makeup. Back then he didn’t know the difference between mascara and eyeliner but thanks to Shoppers Drug Mart he was still able to impress me with beautiful gift sets.

Quo’s Limited-Edition Holiday Collection makes gift giving simple and today I’m sharing a few of their most popular items for all the beauty junkies on your list.

The cruelty-free Luxe Link Brush Set ($75.00) has stunning gold handles that look like jewelry and it comes with a patent red statement clutch. The soft, luxurious bristles allow you to blend, buff and contour like a pro with no shedding.

Glam On The Go Brush Set ($25.00) is perfect for jet-setters and busy fashionistas. I love the rose gold canister, silky bristles and sparkly handles. Pop it someone’s stocking or surprise your bestie. It is small enough to fit in a purse and makes a cute secret Santa gift.

Say goodbye to dull, dry skin with the glow boosting Winter Rescue Set ($30.00). It comes with a luscious lip balm, luminous face serum and dewy face gloss - a hydrating oil that makes skin appear radiant and supple. To make this gift event better pair it with the Rose Gold Quartz Facial Roller ($20.00) to firm, lift and tone. 

The All About Eyes Palette ($65.00) contains 36 beautiful shadows with good color payoff, 5 long-lasting glitter liners, 5 pencil liners and 1 brush – everything you need to create a variety of stylish looks. I like that the pigments are lined up in rows so you know which shades complement each other and there is a versatile range of mattes and shimmers.

If you don’t want to spend $26.00 on the original Beauty Blender, Quo’s Blend and Go Set ($25.00) comes with 5 high quality sponges that create a flawless finish. Use them to apply liquid foundation, creams, concealer and powder. The soft durable material lasts a long time and can be cleaned with soap or shampoo.

The Festive Sponges ($8.00 each) are available in a variety of adorable Christmas characters that make great stockings stuffers. I just wish the little snowman was painted onto the sponge instead of the box.

The Matte Lip Crayon Set ($20.00) makes a lovely gift for a co-worker, friend, niece, cousin or sibling. There are 8 saturated shades that glide on effortlessly and keep lips soft and moisturized. The color may not last a long time but the vibrant satiny finish is beautiful and sharpening is not required.

Pull crackers are always great stocking stuffers and this set of 6 is only $15.00. The mini lip glosses are all sheer but there is no way to tell what shade is inside without opening the box. Unfortunately the formula contains synthetic ingredients and the texture is thick and sticky. I prefer the Lip Gloss Ornaments ($6.00) that can be hung on the tree. That way everyone can pick their favorite. 

The Glow Beyond Skincare Brush Collection ($35.00) was designed to elevate your beauty routine. Use the soft synthetic brushes to apply moisturizer, oil and facial treatments by gently buffing them in to enhance absorption and create a smooth surface for makeup. The silicone paddle is my favorite tool for applying clay, mud, gel and cream masks without getting my hands messy.

If you know someone who likes bold metallic color or lots of shimmer, I recommend the Ohh La La Eye Shadow Palette ($25.00). There are a few shades that seem out of place but smokey purple, rose gold, coral and champagne never go out of style. The pigments are buildable, creamy and saturated but make sure to use a good primer for best color payoff.

Everyone needs a good manicure set and these glittery grooming tools ($15.00) come with a pretty clutch, nail clippers, nail scissors, nail scoop, tweezers and emery board.

You can find these fabulous gifts and more exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart.