It’s still a steep price tag but, considering a three-shade palette from Hourglass normally retails for HK$570 and this powder-smooth formula lasts forever, this is a great investment for any vanity.

2. Fenty Beauty Glossy Posse Mini Gloss Bomb Collection (HK$398)

3. Nars Studio 54 Brush Set (HK$800)

Make-up brushes are always a worthy investment, as the quality of your brushes can make or break a look.

The holiday season is a great time to stock up on brushes because, while they tend to be smaller, the quality is often the same as regular permanent collection brushes – at a lower price point. This fabulous brush set from Nars has some basic ones that should be in everyone’s collection and are really all you need to create any look.

4. Make Up For Ever Matte Velvet Compact Set (HK$785)

This set includes Make Up For Ever’s new Matte Velvet Skin Compact, a handy pressed powder foundation that gives you a your-skin-but-better look upon application, and comes with a two-sided sponge for sheer or full-coverage application.

Used with the Step 1 Hydrating Primer and the brand’s iconic Mist & Fix setting spray that’s also part of the set, your make-up will last all day and well into your “maybe just one more drink” period. Add a touch of evening glam to your eyes with the Aqua XL eyeliner and you’re good to go.

5. Sephora Collection Advent Calendar (HK$375)

Full of favourite basics to classic shades, this set will help you figure out what you like, without having to spend a lot on full-size products you’ll probably never get through.

6. Fresh Loves Sugarfina® Mini Trunk (HK$1,800)

Most of the year we have real trouble splurging on this brand because it’s just so expensive. Come the holidays, though, and many of its special sets are well worth your money – and this set is one of those. It boasts five of Fresh’s highly coveted face masks, and four types of Sugarfina® candies.

Each of the masks is 30ml, which is the perfect amount for you to test which one your skin really likes, before you invest in a full-size product.

7. Benefit Blockbuster Brow Set (HK$580)

Very few brands achieve the accolade of being synonymous with a product because they do it better than anyone else, but Benefit does brows so well that their entire brow series is the go-to for many make-up users.

This limited edition set features six of the brand’s brow bestsellers, all of them full-size, available in three shades. With these in your arsenal you’re set for any brow look you wish to create, from subtle definition on the days you’re wearing no make-up to dramatic brows to frame a glammed-up face for a party.

8. Pixi Best of Tonics (HK$210)

People often dismiss the importance of toners, but not only do toners balance your skin’s pH levels, they prep your skin for the products that come after it. A quick swipe of toner all over your face after you cleanse will help your serums, moisturisers and oils perform their best.

With three toners to choose from in this set from Pixi, you can tailor which one to use depending on how your skin is feeling that day. Glow Tonic is formulated with five per cent glycolic acid to gently exfoliate your skin, Vitamin-C brightens, and Rose hydrates.

9. Kiehl’s Hair Care Special Set (HK$405)

This is a brand well-known for its skincare, but often overlooked for its hair care products. Discover your new favourite shampoo and conditioner with this Kiehl’s set that comes with their top-selling Amino Acid shampoo and conditioner. With a mix of amino acid, coconut oil, wheat proteins and starch, this combo leaves your hair and scalp cleansed – without drying it out – and adds shine and volume to your hair.

The accompanying hand cream and facial toner are similarly great for hydration during these colder months.

10. Sunday Riley Retinol & Repeat Vol. 1 ($695)

Packed full of ingredients to gently and effectively treat your skin, the retinol, AHA, and blue tansy in these products help to resurface, smooth and nourish your skin. Grab your set now to welcome 2020 with your best face forward.