16 Affordable Beauty Gifts Under £30

Hunting for affordable Christmas gifts that’ll impress without breaking the bank? You’re in the right place. Nailing the perfect beauty present can feel like a challenge, especially when you want to wow a beauty lover and stick to a budget. 

We’ve searched far and wide for cheap Christmas gifts and beauty bargains under £30 that are guaranteed to please. From luxe-looking gift sets to little treats that pack a punch, these picks tick all the boxes without leaving you strapped for cash. Keep scrolling for the best affordable Christmas present ideas any beauty lover will want to unwrap.

Say goodbye to frizz this festive season with Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray. This heat-activated, humidity-repelling hero transforms your hair into silky, glossy locks while offering built-in heat protection. Lightweight and non-greasy, it’s like a raincoat for your hair. Sleek, shiny locks are just a spritz away.

Keep their festive glam fresh with Urban Decay’s All Nighter Setting Spray. This ultra-fine mist features Temperature Control Technology to lock makeup in place, from Christmas parties to snowball fights. No smudges, no touch-ups – just a smooth, flawless finish that lasts as long as the celebrations do.

Elevate their beauty sleep routine with the By BEAUTY BAY Satin Sleep Set. This luxurious, full-satin set includes a sleep mask with eye contours to protect their lashes, alongside a pillowcase and two scrunchies to smooth hair and prevent breakage. Perfect for a dreamy night’s sleep, this present brings the ultimate feel-good factor.

Take their makeup to pro standards with the Spectrum Collections Brush Club 6-Piece Set. This essential set has everything they need to apply and perfect their look, from a smooth base to defined brows. With six must-have brushes, they’ll be ready to buff and blend any kind of festive glam.

OLAPLEX is the ultimate crowd pleaser for beauty lovers, and their Travel Duo is no exception. This dynamic duo works wonders on split ends and frizz by re-linking broken bonds, leaving hair stronger, shinier, and healthier. Perfect for every hair type, it’s the ideal Christmas stocking stuffer. 

Give your giftee an instant glow boost with the By BEAUTY BAY Face Palette. Featuring a multifunctional bronzer, two radiance-boosting blushes, and a shimmery highlighter, this four-shade wonder is the secret to adding warmth and depth to their base. Buildable and blendable, it’s a festive must-have for creating a custom radiance.

If you’re gifting a skincare newbie, The Mini Discovery Set from The Ordinary features the perfect selection of mini products to kick-start their routine. Inside you’ll find a selection of serums, cleansers, toners, and creams, which work to brighten, smooth, and soothe. Get ready to tick healthier, happier skin off their list.

If they keep up with beauty trends, chances are they’re already a big fan of Clinique’s iconic Black Honey Almost Lipstick. The Clinique Cult Classics On-The-Go: Black Honey Makeup Gift Set includes this FYP fave, alongside a High Impact Mascara for voluminous lashes. Compact, flattering, and budget-friendly, this duo is a hit with every beauty lover.

‘Tis the season for flawless curls with the Kitsch Elf x Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set. This festive set includes two satin curling rods and two scrunchies, creating salon-worthy waves without the heat damage. Say goodbye to frizz and breakage, and hello to soft, smooth, and bouncy waves.

One thing we can say with full confidence is that every beauty obsessive loves Sol de Janeiro. Their viral, bestselling hair and body perfume mists are all irresistibly scented and range from the warm sun-soaked Cheirosa 62 to the creamy vanilla-notes of Cheirosa 59. Perfect for every fragrance fanatic, they’ll be spritzing this all season long.

Set the mood this holiday season with the NEOM Christmas Wish Candle. With cosy notes of mandarin, cinnamon, and over 10 essential oils, it smells like Christmas cake fresh from the oven. Perfect for relaxing by candlelight with a mulled wine, it’s the ultimate festive treat for the senses.

Super cute and super shine-boosting, the Beauty Works Dream Duo provides next-level TLC for your tresses. It includes the bestselling 10-in-1 Miracle Spray to nourish and repair, and the Dream Shine Humidity Shield to keep hair frizz and flyaway-free. Bad hair days? Never again. 

Lower budgets don’t have to mean less gifts, and the Makeup Revolution Pink Glow Get The Look Gift Set is proof of this. Packed with a lip gloss, eyeshadow, body glitter, an all-in-one balm, and even brushes, this set has all the staples they need to craft the ultimate festive glam. 

Help them find their scent of the season with the Floral Street Fragrance Discovery Set. Featuring eight mini perfumes ranging from sweet and floral to spicy and woody, there’s a scent for every mood and moment. Vegan, cruelty-free, and hand-crafted, these fragrances are here to add a personal touch to your gifting game.

While the Laneige On-The-Glow Balm Trio is slightly over £30, we couldn’t put together this gift guide without it. Viral for good reason, these full-sized, tinted lip balm-glosses are a year-round essential, delivering juicy hydration, glossy shine, and irresistible scents.

A cheap and cheerful option, any beauty obsessive will love this Mini Mist Collection from Mario Badescu. In this set you’ll find five iconic facial mists that will stop at nothing to hydrate and revitalise the skin. From calming lavender to uplifting orange blossom, these mini must-haves keep skin happy and glowing wherever you are.