This holiday season, dazzling friends and family with the best makeup and style gifts out there has never been easier. Whether it’s old-school, leather-free kicks that go with practically anything in your closet or a bold lipstick set featuring classic holiday colors, we’ve made this year’s shopping a breeze.
With this curated gift guide all under $100, there’s no need to blow your entire paycheck as you play Santa for your loved ones. Get ahead on your list without breaking the bank with these 20 affordable vegan gift ideas.
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Beauty
Merit
1The Finishing Touches Set by Merit, $88
“Your skin, but better,” say the clean beauty gurus at Merit. And the proof is in this gorgeous set featuring its best-selling items such as a nourishing lip oil, lightweight lipstick, lengthening mascara, and volumizing brow pomade.
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Youth to the People
2The Youth Minimalist Set by Youth to the People, $46
Gift a complete skincare makeover with this three-step set from California-based Youth To The People. Any skincare aficionado will appreciate the cult-favorite cleanser, moisturizing cream, and vitamin C serum. Plus, the set comes in refillable and recyclable packaging so there’s no waste.
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LUSH
3Snow Fairy Gift Set by LUSH, $39.95
Everyone could use some TLC this holiday season, and vegan beauty company LUSH knows just how to help. Back with its famous bubblegum scent, the Snow Fairy collection features a foaming bubble bar, colorful bath bomb, luxurious shower gel, and softening body conditioner. And there’s no wrapping needed as the set comes in a vibrant hatbox.
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Iris & Romeo
4Winter Skin Daily Trio by Iris&Romeo, $79
Need a gift for a no-fuss friend? This essential trio of Iris & Romeo’s must-have products is your go-to. Its Weekend Skin is an all-in-one sunscreen, vitamin C serum, and tint, which pairs perfectly with the brow balm and cheek-and-lip tint so your makeup is done in less than 10 minutes.
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Maria Nila
5Structure Repair Gift Box by Maria Nila, $60
Swedish vegan haircare company Maria Nila is beloved by celebrities and influencers alike for a reason. And thanks to this holiday bundle, you can test it out for yourself. Designed to rebuild and strengthen your hair, this set comes with shampoo, conditioner, and a heat spray.
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Liberation Nails
6Jetsetter Bundle by Liberation Nails, $68
Putting her 15 years of product development experience to work, Staci Morris created Liberation Nails to bring the joy of colors through long-lasting, vegan, and 21-free nail polishes. This all-in-one bundle features two nail polishes (you get to pick!), a 2-in-1 top and base coat, and instant drying drops for a fun, on-the-go mani.
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Pacifica
7Island Vanilla Body Duo by Pacifica, $8
Take a break from the harsh winter blues and escape with vegan beauty pioneer Pacifica’s lotion-and-mist set featuring its best-selling Tahitian vanilla scent.
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Caliray
8Pump It Up Set by Caliray, $35
Beauty industry veterans Wende Zomnir (ever heard of Urban Decay?) and Jenna Dover launched clean beauty brand Caliray inspired by the laidback, wellness-focused, Californian lifestyle. This beauty set features a plumping lip gloss in six different shades and a water-resistant tubing mascara so you can pump up your look in time for New Year’s celebrations.
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Versed
9Skin De-Stressing Gift Set by Versed, $20
Holiday stress can wreak havoc on the skin. Thankfully, vegan drugstore brand Versed knows this trio of relaxing essentials will help. Massage pressure points with its Facial Acupressure Wand, and use the Clarifying Serum and Moisturizing Gel-Cream to calm inflammation.
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Skandinavisk
10Mini Hand Cream Giftset by Skandinavisk, $29
After the past two years of constant hand-washing and hand sanitizer-applying, it’s safe to say our hands could use some extra attention. Scandinavian home and body-care brand Skandinavisk brings three mini organic hand creams in an adorable gift set so rich moisture is just a few steps away.
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Evereden
11Complete Baby Bundle by Evereden, $99
Need a gift for a new mom? This bundle from Evereden is perfect for the new parent or mom-to-be with its baby shampoo and body wash, moisturizing lotion, massage oil, healing balm, and face cream. Each item is non-toxic and naturally derived so you can feel good about its ingredients.
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The Lip Bar
12Matte + Merry Holiday Set by The Lip Bar, $40
Red lips just scream holidays, which is exactly why Black-owned beauty brand The Lip Bar put together five of its best-selling liquid matte lipsticks together to get you through every Christmas party looking festive.
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Fashion
Foundationals
13Easy-Does-It Tank (3-Pack) by Foundationals, $98
You can never go wrong with an everyday tank. Los Angeles-based sustainability-focused apparel brand Foundationals’ heavy-weight rib-knit cotton tank comes in various colors but this neutral set in black, white, and sand is easy to dress up or down for any occasion.
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Apparis
14Warm Set by Apparis, $72
Cooler temperatures call for warm accessories, and what better holiday gift than a luxuriously soft faux-fur headband and gloves? Vegan fashion brand Apparis shows you how to get cozy while staying in style.
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NAOT
15Leisure Slippers by NAOT, $59.95
Looking for a useful stocking stuffer? This slipper from footwear company NAOT’s vegan line is incredibly comfy with its mattress foam padding insole and is even podiatrist-approved for support while you lounge around the house.
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Pixie Mood
16Sara Shoulder Bag by Pixie Mood, $58
Cruelty-free and vegan handbag company Pixie Mood is on a mission to create unique styles that are kind for the animals, the people, and the environment. Its shoulder bag comes in six classic colorways and features a tortoiseshell chain and a versatile detachable crossbody strap.
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Vetta Capsule
17The Long Sleeve Convertible Tee by Vetta Capsule, $58
Ever heard of a capsule wardrobe? It’s a minimalist approach to keep consumption down while creating a variety of outfits using only a few key clothing pieces. Start with Vetta Capsule’s basics collection featuring a versatile soft tee that goes with basically everything.
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SOKO
18Kazuri Mini Disc Hoop Earrings by SOKO, $88
Women-led jewelry brand SOKO values fair-trade practices and works with small Kenyan artisans to connect them directly with the global market. These handcrafted gold-plated earrings feature a ceramic disc in five sophisticated colors.
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Poppy Lissiman
19Card Holder by Poppy Lissiman, $70
To avoid unnecessary waste, Australian designer Poppy Lissiman began using the leftover fabric from her vegan leather bags to create matching cardholders. The result is a functional, gorgeous wallet with four card slots adorned with her signature gold logo.
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CARIUMA
20Catiba Pro Sneakers by CARIUMA, $89
CARIUMA’s skate shoes provide a comfortable, fashionable sneaker perfect for easily reviving old-school vibes. These versatile kicks come in various colors and are created with entirely vegan ingredients like cork and recycled plastic.
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Aruka Sanchir (@ruukes) is the Beauty & Style Editor at VegNews who is always looking for exciting new vegan products to test out.
Photo credit: The Lip Bar
