From stocking stuffers to seriously decadent experiences, this exclusive Pursuitist gift guide is geared towards the spa and beauty lover in your life.
Over the coming days and weeks we’ll be unveiling more specific guides for each and every interest on your list. Follow along here.
Four Seasons “Night Spa” Experience
Select Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts are allowing privacy-seeking spa goers exclusive use of the spa after hours with their “Night Spa” experience. Enjoy pampering services, private dining, monogrammed robes and even overnight accommodations with these customizable experiences starting at $1,800. Be sure to book in advance, as only select properties, including Baltimore, Georgetown and the Maldives offer this experience.
Wakaya Perfection
If the spa-lover on your list likes the DIY approach, try the “Wakaya Perfection” kit from FIJI water founder David H. Gilmour. One of “Oprah’s Favorite Things,” this three-product set uses rare Organic Pink Fijian Ginger to make a powdered tea, body scrub and bath soak. The Wakaya Perfection Pink Fijian Ginger Powder can be used for everything from culinary and beverages creations to decadently effective beauty regimens. Ginger has been known for over 4,000 years to reduce inflammation ease muscle soreness, increase metabolism, ease nausea, aid in digestion, reduce the risk of the common cold and more. The kit retails for a pricey $265, but includes a gorgeous bamboo gift box.
Trish McEvoy Bluemercury Exclusive Holiday 2014 Catherine Planner
Inspired by the beauty of iconic French actress, Catherine Deneuve, one of our favorite beauty shops, Bluemercury, partnered with Trish McEvoy to design this great travel-sized makeup collection. Ideal for creating a “scene-stealing look,” the planner includes eye base, liquid liner, eye shadow, mascara, bronzer, brow perfector, lip liner and subtle colors. The planner retails for $175.
Collezione Barbiere Deluxe Shaving Stand with Brush and Razor
Perfect for the guy who has it all, the Acqua di Parma set is handcrafted featuring a badger bristle brush, wenge wood razor handle and brass stand. Of course, it’s a cool $670, so you might want to consider a Glossybox for Men subscription instead.
Exclusive Tom Ford Limited Edition Lip and Nail Box
Lipsticks and nail polishes. What more could a woman want? Oh yes – lipsticks designed by the one and only Tom Ford. Sure, at $656, this set is expensive. But at $50 each regularly, the lipsticks are already pricey — and this set offers almost the entire exclusive line in one gorgeous package.
Jo Malone Luxury Candle
Have a friend who loves candles? Get them the gift that lets their love ‘burn’ all year. These oversized luxury candles are pricey ($455) but burn for up to 230 hours. Prefer a stocking stuffer? Travel-sized candles are just $35.
Frédéric Malle “Fleur Mecanique” Scent Diffuser
Disperse a puff of scent upon request with this chic red or black aluminum cube that recharges like a cell phone. Fill with your fave Frédéric Malle scent and enjoy the ambiance for a cool $285.