5 Japanese Cosmetic Sets Perfect For Christmas Gifting

Give the gift of beauty this holiday season with these exquisite Japanese cosmetic sets—perfect for pampering others or indulging yourself in 2024!

The holiday season in Japan is a time of joy, warmth and togetherness. As the streets come alive with festive winter illuminations and the air carries a crisp winter chill, it’s the perfect opportunity to embrace the spirit of giving. And what better way to show your appreciation for loved ones—or to treat yourself—than with the gift of luxurious Japanese cosmetic products this Christmas?

To make your holiday shopping a breeze, we’ve curated a list of five stunning Japanese cosmetic sets that are ideal for gifting this Christmas 2024. These sets are guaranteed to spread cheer and bring a radiant glow to everyone on your list!

1. Lunasol Frozen Garden Coffret

Frozen Garden Coffret by Lunasol | ¥9,680

For a luxurious holiday gift, the Lunasol Frozen Garden Coffret is sure to impress. Renowned for its high-quality makeup, Lunasol delivers a stunning eyeshadow palette featuring rich, blendable shades with a shimmering finish. The set also includes a liquid lip glow in a chic shade that offers hidden vibrancy and a shimmering jelly, a gel-type product perfect for both eyes and cheeks. This beautifully curated set adds an elegant, icy sparkle to your holiday look, making it a truly memorable gift.

Recommended for: Neutral tones. If you’re unsure of the person’s skin tone, this set is a perfect, safe choice, as the products work well for both warm and cool skin tones.

Savvy Makeup Tip

For neutral or warm skin tones, mix in gold and bronze shades to balance the coolness of the palette. For cool-toned skin, lilac and pastel shades typically complement cool undertones. Use your fingertips to apply a small amount of the shimmering jelly to your eyelids and upper cheeks for a radiant finish.

2. Paul & Joe Beaute Makeup Collection 2024 II

Makeup Collection 2024 II by Paul & Joe Beaute | ¥7,150

Just like the excitement of receiving a birthday goody bag, opening the Paul & Joe Beaute Makeup Collection 2024 II cone lets you release your inner child energy! This beautifully designed set is filled with sparkling, colorful cosmetics. It includes a hand cream with a soft citrus and herb fragrance, a burgundy mascara for stunning lashes, a trio of pearl-glittering eye colors in champagne gold, luster gold and garnet, plus a limited-edition pink lipstick that gives lips a glossy shine.

Recommended for: This product is perfect for those with cool-toned skin. The burgundy mascara enhances the eyes, while the pink lipstick suits both summer and winter color types. The three sparkling eye colors are ideal for those who prefer a subtle makeup style but still want to capture attention.

Savvy Makeup Tip

For a festive winter look, use your finger to apply the 003 Garnet eye color to the center of your upper lid and blend outward. Add it to the lower lash line and inner corners. Draw a thin cat-eye flick with brown eyeliner, then apply burgundy mascara. Finish with 001 pink lipstick.

3. Jill Stuart Crystal Bloom Promised Love

Crystal Bloom Promised Love Eau de Parfum and Lip Bouquet Serum (109 Promised Love Syrup) by Jill Stuart  | ¥5,500

If you’re looking for a more affordable option, the Jill Stuart Crystal Bloom Promised Love gift set is a great choice. This dazzling limited edition set includes an eau de parfum and a lip bouquet serum. Inspired by true love and trust, Promised Love is a gentle yet mature fragrance. The lip serum adds a feminine red and pink tint. Perfect for the holiday season, this set is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.

Recommended for: This product is ideal for individuals with warm undertones. The deep, rosy hue of the lip serum enhances golden or peachy undertones, providing a naturally flattering look.

Savvy Makeup Tip

This versatile lip serum keeps your lips nourished and chic, especially in colder seasons when hydration is key. Use it as a topper over lipstick for a subtle sheen or wear alone for a glossy finish. For an ombre look, apply serum, then layer a deeper shade in the center.

4. Etvos 2024 Holiday Coffret

2024 Holiday Coffret by Etvos | ¥9,900

If you want to truly spoil a beauty lover this Christmas, the 2024 Holiday Coffret by Etvos is the perfect choice. Inspired by the winter starry sky, this euphoric collection features soft, sweet colors that will make your face dazzle under the twinkling stars. The set includes a makeup base, a classy eyeshadow palette, silky face powder and a pearly lip plumper. The limited edition coffret box is lavishly designed for this special season.

Recommended for: This set is most suitable for those with cool undertones. The pink-beige base warms the skin, while the face powder adds a subtle sparkle. The eyeshadow palette features a pale pink for a warm glow and a coral pink with sparkling blue pearls. The lip plumper in taupe beige complements cool undertones with its well-defined, deep color. 

Savvy Makeup Tip

The highlight of this set is the eyeshadow palette. Apply coral pink to the crease, blending above the double eyelid. Add sparkling sheer gold to the center of the upper eyelid, then sandwich it with coral pink on both sides. Lightly apply warm beige to the outer corner. Finish by applying coral pink to the lower lash line and pale pink to the inner corner for added shine.

5. Addiction Holiday Addiction Fantasy Freefall II 

Holiday Addiction Fantasy Freefall II by Addiction | ¥7,040

Last but not least, the Holiday Fantasy Freefall II by Addiction offers vivid hues and luminous finishes for a magical holiday look. Inside, there’s a two-tone eyeshadow palette, a creamy powder blush and a shiny tinted lip balm. Perfect for creating a dramatic yet sophisticated look focused on bold lips and radiant skin, this collection captivates with its sparkles and metallic pastels.

Recommended for: This warm-toned kit exudes fantasy and exhilaration with its radiant, dazzling light. Perfect for those with warm undertones, this makeup set helps create a bright, vibrant look that sparkles with vitality and happiness.

Savvy Makeup Tip

For a bold lip and ethereal glow, exfoliate and moisturize your lips for a smooth base. Use a lip brush to define and fill in your lips with Addiction’s Lip Balm Flow Tint (102 Cup of Joy). Dab glitter or metallic shade on the center for dimension. Apply Blush Fantasy Free Fall (102 Daydream Moment) to the high points of your face, then use the rich gold shade from Eyeshadow Fantasy Free Fall (102 Little Voyager) on the lids. Set with translucent powder for a flawless finish.

And voilà! Those are our top five picks for Japanese cosmetic sets this season, perfect for Christmas gifts. For more choices, we recommend exploring the Christmas gift collections from Cosme Decorte, Shu Uemura, R.M.K., Koh Gen Do, Clé de Peau Beauté and Suqqu.

What are some of your favorite Japanese makeup brands? Which Christmas gift would you love to receive? Let us know in the comments below!