This Christmas, give the gift of beauty!
Here in New Zealand, we are incredibly fortunate to have an abundance of exceptional local beauty brands. The cutting-edge technology, rigorous research, and heartfelt passion poured into these products are truly second to none. It’s both exciting and well-deserved to see these brands making waves on a global stage, earning recognition not just for their innovation but for how genuinely effective they are.
Whether it’s skincare that leaves your complexion glowing, indulgent body treatments, or transformative makeup essentials, these products are more than just beautifully packaged—they deliver results you can see and feel.
Not only do they make perfect Christmas gifts, but they also come with the highest endorsement: our editor uses many of these products religiously and swears by their performance. From serums that brighten and hydrate to luxurious creams that are a staple in every evening ritual, these are beauty favourites that truly live up to the hype. We can confidently say—hand on heart—that each of these products is as exceptional as it looks, and you’ll be gifting something special this festive season.
CZE Gift Pack
This November, CZE Hair, the newly reimagined evolution of Chloe Zara Hair, is setting a bold new benchmark in scalp and haircare. By blending cutting-edge trichology with clean, plant-based ingredients, CZE redefines the path to healthy, beautiful hair with ease.
Raaie
The RAAIE Skincare brand is high on our editor Greta’s list. She has been using it since its release and has developed some firm favourites.
The latest offerings in skincare innovation from RAAIE combine the power of New Zealand’s most resilient land, sea, and alpine botanicals with cutting-edge cosmeceutical science. These ingredients, known for thriving in some of the world’s harshest UV conditions, are expertly formulated to deliver unparalleled protection and nourishment. This blend of nature and science ensures products that protect and enhance skin health.
Trounque
Indulge your body with intense, long lasting moisture it deserves – with a soufflé of velvety shea, cacao and mango butters to protect and repair.
A hydrating fusion of biotech ceramides, Mamaku, niacinamide, squalane, hyaluronic acid and glycerine feed, calm and deeply revitalise dry, damaged areas.
EmbodyMe Daily
Embodyme – A new player in the realm of beauty, poised to revolutionize the approach women take towards self-care.
Recognising that women often place others’ needs before their own, Embodyme is determined to refocus this lens. It proudly launches a collection of four signature nurturing body oils, all derived from potent plant-based ingredients. These oils signify a carefully curated range of body care, motivating women to prioritise self-care and reconnect with their bodies and minds through daily rituals.
Emma Lewisham Essentials
This premium set of minis is the perfect introduction to our range. All Emma Lewisham products are engineered with our proprietary Physiology Synchrony Unlock Method™ with ingredients designed to work in concert to activate the innate intelligence of the skin. Uniquely formulated for the complex physiology of your skin, our products have unlocked a breakthrough in what skincare can achieve.
The Facialist
Achieve radiant, healthy skin with The Facialist’s easy and effective 4-Step Routine. Powered by the best of nature, this regimen works seamlessly to cleanse, treat, moisturise, and nourish—helping you achieve your best skin yet. Prefer to start small? Explore one or two products from their stunning range. This much-loved local collection of beautiful, high-performing skincare is one we use regularly—and truly adore.
TWYG
Revive and brighten your skin with the nourishment it needs every day. Harnessing a potent dose of antioxidant-rich Bioactive Totarol™, this hydrating facial serum delivers long-lasting hydration to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as they develop around the eyes and mouth. Designed to brighten skin and help reduce hyperpigmentation. Filled with botanical nutrients such as Vitamin-C-loaded Kakadu Plum, Saccharide Isomerate and Bakuchiol, it protects and replenishes the skin barrier, leaving skin feeling firmer, stronger and more radiant.
