The Calm, Last-Minute Christmas Guide

December gets busy quickly. Plans stack up, deadlines blur, and suddenly Christmas is closer than you’d like to admit. This guide is for that moment - when you still want to give well, just without the panic.

Gifts That Feel Considered, Even If You’re Buying Them This Week

Curated by the Beauticate team, this is a calm edit of last-minute Christmas gifts chosen for their quality, thoughtfulness and ease. Nothing frantic. Nothing obvious. Just pieces that feel considered, even if they’re bought at the last minute.

Because good taste isn’t about timing – it’s about intention.

Sigourney's edit |

For me, the best gifts are the ones that create a feeling the moment you unwrap them. Goldfield & Banks’ Silky Woods is exactly that – rich, enveloping and unmistakably Australian, with a depth that feels luxurious without ever being overpowering. I love pairing it with Maison Louis Marie’s Fleur de Vanille Hair & Body Mist, a softer, comforting scent that works beautifully for everyday wear and quiet moments at home. And for a little extra glow, Gisou’s Glow All The Way Set delivers exactly what it promises – luminous hair and skin that feel polished, joyful and effortlessly put together.

Quietly luxurious, beautifully considered.

Jayde's edit |

My edit is all about comfort that feels intentional, not thrown together. Saarde’s Saint-Raphaël Room Spray turns any space into a calm, welcoming place – because good ambience never goes out of style. I love the Frank Green Lip & Sip Bundle, which keeps hydration and a little shine close at hand wherever you go (hydrated lips + water = holiday survival). And for a bit of festive glamour, Charlotte’s Hollywood Superstar Glow Kit is my go-to – easy, radiant, and fun to play with, even if you’re just sipping wine in your lounge before heading out.

Useful, lovely, and a little luxe – the best kind of present.

Zoe's edit |

My Christmas wish list leans towards pieces that feel timeless and genuinely well made. Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum is a classic I always come back to – fresh, confident and beautifully balanced. Reome’s Active Recovery Broth has become a quiet skincare essential, keeping my skin calm and luminous, while Bobbi Brown’s Dual-Ended Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick in Silk/Rich Navy is my effortless, everyday eye — simple, flattering and unfailingly chic.

Considered, reliable, and the kind of gifts you know will actually be used.

Kristina's edit |

My holiday edit is all about thoughtful touches that make everyday feel a little more radiant. Lancôme’s Juicy Tubes in Lavender Latte is my go-to lip gloss – soft, wearable and effortlessly chic for any occasion. When my skin feels tired or stressed (which, let’s be honest, it often does), Kate Somerville’s Goat Milk Stressed Skin Saviors is my calm-down hero – soothing, rich and genuinely comforting. And for eyes that feel polished with minimal effort, Clé de Peau Beauté’s Eye Color Quad Holiday Collection delivers luxe, blendable shades that elevate any look without fuss.

Polish without pressure – my holiday beauty mantra.