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The 15 Best Lipstick Gift Sets for Makeup Lovers

Treat your loved ones to the gift of a bold lip

While there's no shortage of beauty gifts available to shop—from the best long-lasting perfumes and makeup brush sets to viral picks for a spa day at home—unboxing one of the best lipstick gift sets, in particular, feels extra luxe. Stylish duos and trios from Chanel, Merit, Charlotte Tilbury, and more are perfect for the person whose makeup signature always includes a red lip, or anyone keeping between one and three tubes rolling around at the bottom of their handbag on any given day.

To make sourcing a thoughtful present even easier, we've compiled a short list of favorite collections to wow any beauty enthusiast. Here, read on for some of the best lipstick gift sets that are perfect for Mother's Day but shoppers are snapping up all year long—whether your giftee prefers a matte or satin finish formula.

Related: How Lip Gloss Became a Status Symbol


Best Refillable

Dior Addict Shine Lipstick Case and Refill

Addict Shine Lipstick Case and Refill
Credit: Dior

If they don't already own a Lady Dior Bag or Book Tote, we're betting they'll be over the moon about receiving this two-piece fashion case and refillable lipstick tube. Once your friend or family member has emptied their gifted tube, they can choose a new shade to add to their evergreen case.

Number of included lipsticks: One

Finish: High shine

Best with Gloss

Pat McGrath Labs Mini Divine Rose Lip Trio

Mini Divine Rose Lip Trio
Credit: Sephora

Few things are more exciting to a makeup obsessed than tearing open a sequins-filled pouch containing some of Pat McGrath Labs' best-sellers. This lipstick trio features a tube of their MatteTrance lipstick, gloss, and liner to boot.

Number of included lipsticks: One, plus gloss and liner

Finish:
Matte

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Most Viral

Merit The Box Set

The Box Set
Now 21% Off
Credit: Merit

Merit is known as one of the buzziest beauty brands to date, and after your family member swipes on the lipsticks in this four-piece set from the brand, you'll know why. Not only are these matte shades formulated with celebrity esthetician Biba de Sousa to be skin-friendly, but they also feature three nude options for no-brainer everyday wear, plus, one red shade for when they're feeling extra bold.

Number of included lipsticks: Four

Finish: Matte

Best Long-Lasting

Chanel Rogue Velvet Allure Luminous Matte Lipstick Duo

Rogue Velvet Allure Luminous Matte Lipstick Duo
Credit: Harrods

This luxe lipstick duo has a lightweight formula that stays put through eating and drinking. And while each of these tubes contains a matte formula, your giftee won't have to worry about dry lips, since the lipsticks contain a blend of shea butter and jojoba oil for ultimate hydration.

Number of included lipsticks: Two

Finish: Matte

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Best for Hermès Fans

Hermès Rouge Hermès Gift Set

Rouge Hermès Gift Set
Credit: Selfridges

Known for its rich texture and vibrant color payoff, a single tube of Rouge Hermès satin lipstick alone makes a luxe gift for your favorite beauty enthusiast. This three-piece set from the brand takes their lipstick look one step further with the inclusion of the nourishing Lip Care Balm and beloved Rosy Lip Enhancer. And, when it comes to gift wrapping, few things beat unboxing something from their iconic orange box.

Number of included lipsticks: Three

Finish: Satin; Matte

Best for the Person Always On-the-Go

Tom Ford Mini Lip Color Discovery Set

Mini Lip Color Discovery Set
Credit: Neiman Marcus

Lipstick shades from Tom Ford hold a permanent spot in our lipstick collections, and this bite-size set gives your giftee an easy rotation to wear on the regular. From a deep violet hue to a poppy cherry red option, consider this the gift that keeps on giving.

Number of included lipsticks: Five

Finish: Matte; Satin

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Best for Hydration

Gucci Rouge de Beauté Brillant Glow & Care Lipstick Trio

Rouge de Beauté Brillant Glow & Care Lipstick Trio
Credit: Nordstrom

You had us at Gucci, and we're betting your favorite aunt will say the same thing once she sees this lipstick gift set. They'll discover three neutral shades each with a hydrating formula that aims to provide moisture for up to 24 hours per wear—perfect for dry lips.

Number of included lipsticks: Three

Finish: High shine

Best for Red Lipstick Devotees

Beauty Lip Trio Rouge Louboutin Coffret

Lip Trio Rouge Louboutin Coffret

The color red is synonymous with Christian Louboutin's brand, which is one reason they'll fall head over heels (pun intended) for this trio of lipstick shades. They'll find three reds with multiple finishes: Satin, matte, and glossy, each packaged in the brand's art deco-inspired case.

Number of included lipsticks: Three

Finish: Matte; Satin; High shine

Best Customizable

CTZN Cosmetics Custom Nude Lip Set

Custom Nude Lip Set
Credit: CTZN Cosmetics

There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to a nude lip. CTZN Cosmetics—which counts celebrity artist Sir John as its chief creative officer—makes the selection process a breeze since you can choose the best nude shade for your giftee's skin tone with this custom set. Choose two color options out of their 25 "Nudiversal" shades to gift them, along with a matching lip pencil to complete their daily look.

Number of included lipsticks: Two, plus a liner

Finish: Matte

Best Duo

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Beauty Icon Lipstick Duo

Hollywood Beauty Icon Lipstick Duo
Credit: Charlotte Tilbury

Charlotte Tilbury's Hollywood Beauty Icon lipsticks come in the dreamiest pink and red shades to suit any makeup obsessee and use a moisturizing formula that makes application easy. And since you choose one matte shade and one satin for your friend or family member, they'll get the best of both lipstick worlds.

Number of included lipsticks: Two

Finish: Matte; Satin

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Best Sheer

YSL Beauty Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick Duo

Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick Duo
Credit: Nordstrom

Here's a duo that might make your friend toss their go-to lip balm: YSL Beauty's Candy Glaze formula combines vitamin E, mango oil, and hyaluronic acid to keep lips plump and moisturized for up to 12 hours per wear. And in addition to the brand's barely-there Glow Plumper, they'll also unbox YSL's high-shine and subtly tinted Showcasing Nude shade.

Number of included lipsticks: One

Finish: High-shine

Best Matte

Anastasia Beverly Hills Deluxe Matte Lipstick Set

Deluxe Matte Lipstick Set

Here's a four-piece set from Anastasia Beverly Hills that's perfect for the matte lipstick lover in your life. Along with a peach-toned nude, they'll also receive a rose shade, blush brown, and vibrant red— each with a velvety smooth feel and flawless color payoff.

Number of included lipsticks: Four

Finish: Matte

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Best with Liquid Lipstick

NARS Cosmetics The Powermatte Bundle

The Powermatte Bundle
Now 35% Off
Credit: NARS

Some of the best things come in pairs, and this set from NARS Cosmetics proves it. They'll unbox two matte lipsticks—one in the brand's matte bullet formula and one liquid tube—with a staying power of up to 10 hours. And with over 42 total shade options, it's hard to go wrong with this thoughtful gift.

Number of included lipsticks: Two

Finish: Matte; High-shine

Best Celebrity-Approved

Victoria Beckham Beauty Posh Lip Set

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Posh Lip Set
Now 16% Off
Credit: Victoria Beckham Beauty

If Posh was their favorite Spice Girl back in the '90s—and 'til this day—your friend deserves Victoria Beckham Beauty's Posh Lip Set wrapped up with a bow. In addition to her namesake lipstick, they'll also discover an accompanying liner and shimmery gloss to top it all off.

Number of included lipsticks: One, plus liner and gloss

Finish: Satin

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Best Glossy

Hourglass Cosmetics Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm Duo

Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm Duo

If your friend can't utter a sentence without applying a few swipes of gloss first, consider surprising them with this duo from Hourglass Cosmetics. Their Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm provides a high-shine look while keeping lips hydrated and leaving behind plenty of color. Talk about a gift.

Number of included lipsticks: Two

Finish: High-shine

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