Last Minute Gift Ideas for Makeup Junkies: Stila Eternal Love Liquid Lipstick & Fusion Beauty Mini Lipstick Set

"It's the most wonderful time of the year" and I don’t know about you but I'm excited to see the look on my family’s faces as they tear open their gifts on Christmas morning. Although the holidays are not just about what you get and spend it never hurts to bring a little makeup joy to those who love it so here are a couple cute sets that are sure to beautify lips all year long.

I am a huge fan of Stila’s Liquid Lipsticks because the pigmentation is vivid, full-coverage and downright amazing! These babies glide on totally opaque and extremely rich and vibrant in just one simple swipe for glam show-stopping effects. The formula is an impressive lipstick-lacquer hybrid that enhances your pout and satisfies your color craving with luscious hues.

The pigments initially apply very creamy with a hint of shine but dry completely matte and provide hours of wear. I recently wore the classic red hue called Beso to the Toronto Food & Wine Expo and put it to the test while sampling many delicious dishes. The color held up very well and when I left the festival I only had mild fading which I simply topped with clear gloss to redistribute the color without needing to reapply! The infusion of avocado oil does provide some comfort but I find it best to apply a lip primer for extra hydration as the matte finish isn't moist. The set retails for $26.00 and makes a great gift on its own or slipped into a stocking.

Fusion Beauty has released an adorable Mighty Mini Plump + Shine Lipstick Set with tubes as small as my pinky finger in an assortment of shades from nude, pink, bright red and burgundy. Unlike the Stila hues above these lipsticks are on the tame side with sheer, glistening color and a lightweight texture that restores lipids to lock in moisture.

If you want something a bit more exciting than plain old lip balm these provide a hint of pretty color and a dose of hydration for dry lips. The tubes are tiny enough to fit into the smallest of purses or pockets and are formulated with shea butter and organic green coffee to protect against UV and increase collagen for fuller looking lips. With a gift like this you don’t have to second guess which color to buy because the set comes with five versatile shades. You can pick it up for $45.00.

Stila and Fusion Beauty are available at Shoppers Drug Mart, Murale and murale.ca

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Mark Moon Chill Berry Bath and Body Collection

Since the weather has gone from chilly and crisp to cold and icy I have been pampering my skin with some amazing products from mark. Many of these bath and body products have become some of my favorites and nothing hydrates and moisturizes my skin like the thick, luscious body butters that are on my must-have holiday list!

The Moon Chill Berry Collection is the perfect way to unwind on a blustery winter’s night and the decadent scent of chilled berries, frosted blossoms and moonlit musk is enough to put me in the mood for some hot cocoa and gift wrapping!

The collection includes:

*Moon Chill Berry 3-in-1 Body Wash ($12)

This fruity formula lathers richly for a wonderful aromatic clean that makes skin smell amazing. You can use it as shampoo or shower gel and if you want to soak away the stress of a long day you can also use it as a foamy bubble bath!

*Moon Chill Berry Body Scrub ($14)

To slough away some dry, winter skin the scrub is infused with sugarcane extract and walnut for smooth supple results. You can use the scrub in the shower and the gentle exfoliating beads smell wonderful!

*Moon Chill Berry Shimmer Body Cream ($15)

For luminous shimmer, the lightly scented body cream is a great option. The shimmer is very subtle for a healthy glow and great hydration.

*Moon Chill Berry Body Butter ($14)

If you suffer from dry skin this body butter will help you battle the winter weather with a luxuriously rich, ultra-hydrating formula that melts into skin. When it comes to long-lasting moisture and soft, supple skin this butter is number one on my list this season! Although it is thick, creamy and smooth it doesn't have a greasy residue and the results are long-lasting.

*Moon Chill Body Mist ($14)

All of the products above will leave your skin looking and smelling great but the body mist adds the finishing touch. With a light musk scent infused with sweet, juicy berries the mist smells good enough to eat! The scent lasts a few hours before dissipating so I would love a purse-sized version!

*Moon Chill Berry Hand Cream ($14)

During the winter my hands need extra moisture so this hand cream is great for use on the go and takes care of dry cuticles and rough patches all season long.

This collection makes a great holiday gift or you can mix, match and pair items together to create smaller gifts, gift baskets or stocking stuffers. You can find the collection by clicking HERE. 

**Disclaimer: products provided for review