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Sometimes a pair of PJs or fluffy socks just won't cut it as a gift, especially if you're buying for someone whose passion lies with all things beauty.

But of course, you can't just go and pick up and old lipstick and call it a day either – when it comes to cosmetics it's VERY easy to get it wrong.

With that in mind we've put together some beauty-themed gifts that are perfect for anyone who considers themselves a cosmetics queen, from nourishing skincare products to the perfect make-up bag.

The only problem? Resisting the temptation to buy extras for yourself…

1. Christmas sparkle
What to get the beauty queen who has everything? Something to store it all in, of course. Loving this metallic make-up bag from the iconic 1970s label Biba.

Biba Gold Mini Pouchette, €38, House of Fraser

 

2. Cuddle up
This gorgeous hamper is the definition of a cosy evening in – skin-soothing soaps for a hot bath, some scented candles and a hot water bottle for cuddling on the couch.

Pamper Hamper, €47, Hampers & Co

 

3. Skin detox
Bring it back to basics with this Bioderma gift set, containing a range of products to nourish sensitive skin. Perfect for harsh winter weather.

Bioderma Christmas Pouch, €17.50, independent pharmacies

 

4. A skincare classic
Remove make-up, moisturise and keep skin supple with this Cleansing Oil from Elizabeth Arden. Total skincare luxury.

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Replenishing Cleansing Oil, €30, Elizabeth Arden counters

 

5. Brows on fleek
Get catwalk-worthy brows at home with this bestsellers kit containing eyebrow pencils, brow gel and a smudge brush.

Billion Dollar Brows, €45, Boots

 

6. Best bits
Benefit's gifts sets are always great value – this one for example contains travel sizes of Benetint, Posie Tint, BeneBalm and PosieBalm. A fast track to glowing skin for sure.

Benefit Pucker Up & Party Gift Set, €29.50, Debenhams

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Shopping for the perfect gift for the special man in your life can be a bit of an ordeal. 

You just can't keep up with whatever new gizmo or franchise he is into and you absolutely can NOT get him another pair of socks. 

Whether you know your guy back to front or need a bit of festive inspiration, we have most definitely got you covered. 

1. A timeless accessory 

This one is especially good if your man has a bit of a time keeping problem. A decent watch is something that any guy can keep for years and is an ideal gift for the working man in your life. 

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Chale Leather Strap Watch, €175
Available in Arnotts 

2. Wake him up 

Whether your man is an old soul or just enjoys a good drink, set him up with a fancy

alcoholic gift which will have him giddy well into the New Year. 

Bushmills 10 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey, €42 
Hampers and Co 

3. Appeal to his geeky side 

With Star Wars set to be released, we know there is a lot of excited men (and women) out there. So why not take advantage and spoil him with a novelty themed gift from his favourite sci-fi franchise ever. 

Star Wars Death Star Mood Light
Available at Zing Pop Culture at GameStop

4. Wear him out 

If you man is a bit of an outdoorsy type, why not get him out of the house one weekend with a fun adventure break. Whether you would like to join him or just send him off with the lads, this one will definitely keep him occupied. 

Connemara 2 Day Cycle Adventure Tour, €134 
Book on Extremeireland.ie

5. Pamper him 

There are two types of men. One who has a rigid skin care regime more detailed than yours and one who you would be lucky to get to just wash his face. Either way, you can help your man take care of himself by getting him an excellent skin care product.

And trust us, he will be thanking you when his skin is literally glowing. 

Nuxe Paris Men Nuxellence Youth and Energy Revealing Anti-Aging Fluid, €38
Available in Lloyds Pharmacy

6. For the gym lover 

Get him smelling divine after his weights session with a gift set tailored to the man that loves to work out. Whether he's hitting up the gym or coming off the pitch, you do not want to be dealing with the unkempt aftermath. 

Nivea Men Ultimate Sports Kit, €50
Available at Tesco and pharmacies nationwide

7. Hook him up 

Never let him use his crappy phone as an excuse not to text you. Instead, spoil him with a top notch smart phone and prepare to send emojis to each other to your hearts content. 

Huawei Y5 Perspective Smart Phone, €69.99
Available at Three 

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There's no better feeling than giving someone a gift you just KNOW they're going to love.

If your BFF, sister or anyone else fancies themselves as a bit of a gym buff, they'd be only delighted to open up any of these on Christmas morning.

Juicers, amazing workout gear, the perfect set of headphones – expect to see this year's gift paraded all over the recipient's Instagram.

1. Blitz it up
Whip up smoothies, green juices and everything in between easy with this Kenwood juicer. The container unscrews to become your drink bottle, too. Handy or what?

Kenwood 2Go Sport, €44.99, Kenwood World

 

2. Fill it up
You can't go wrong with a water bottle for your fave gym bunny, especially when it's pink. This Brita version filters while you drink, so is perfect for using on the go.

Brita Fill&Go Water Bottle, €18.99, Brita or good retailers nationwide

 

3. Wow them at the gym
HOW cool are these leggings, from Irish owned brand Fit Is An Attitude? And (most importantly), they're "non see-through," so you can squat to your heart's content.

Purple Sunset Long Leggings, €49, Fit Is An Attitude

 

4. Stylish and sporty
We love the adidas Originals range, just as wearable in the gym as it is outside. This t-shirt will score you serious brownie points.

adidas Originals Women's Tongue Label Tee, €28, Life Style Sports

 

5. Say it like it is
Lacking motivation? This no-bullsh*t t-shirt should sort things out.

Kayla No Glutes No Glory Tee, €8, Boohoo

 

6. Turn it up
Bang on-trend and amazing sound quality – the perfect gym-friendly headphones.

Sony MDR Headphones in Red, €44.99, Currys

 

7. Protein-packed stocking filler
Forgo chocolate this year in favour of… protein bars! Bodyfirst Nutrition has just launched their Christmas selection box, which you can fill with your choice of five bars from any of the ranges they stock.

Protein Bar Christmas Selection Box, €14.95, Bodyfirst Nutrition

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Whether cooking it, looking at it or eating it, we all know that one person who is all about food

However, we also know that this person is not really going to be excited by a pair of socks or a make-up brush on Christmas Day. 

A real food lover can be impossible to buy for, especially if you are not interested that interested in food yourself. Well, SHEmazing! are here to help. Check out our list of gift ideas that will truly satisfy your favourite foodie. 

1) Something sweet from DINE

Every food lover has a sweet tooth and they will always appreciate some handmade, Irish sweet treats in their Christmas stocking.

They may well be devoured by the end of Christmas Day, but they will be very much appreciated. 

Email dineinformation@gmail.com or pop into The Tramyard in Dalkey to pre-order or get a ready-made box.

The 'Sweetie Selection' Gift Box, €25, DINE at the Tramyard, Dalkey 

 

2) The perfect combo from Hampers & Co

Give your food loving friend exactly what they love this year with a delicious hamper stocked full with artisan foods and goodies. 

The Wine and Cheese Gift Crate, €34, Hampers & Co

 

3) All the cheese from M&S

Rosemary-infused brioche and Cornish Camembert? If you show up at your BFF's house with this in tow you'll be the hero off the hour.

Can't talk… eating.

Cornish Camembert & Brioche Wreath, €11.79, M&S

 

4) A handy Kenwood juicer 

You could describe 'juicing' as a craze in 2015 so your foodie will definitely enjoy jumping on the bandwagon (if they haven't already, that is!). 

Kenwood 2Go Sport, €44.99, kenwoodworld.ie

 

 

5) Something different from Tesco

Loads of brands bring out special Christmas versions of classic festive food and drink around this time of year, so make sure to keep an eye out for Christmas themed delights in your favourite shops. 

Tesco Finest Salted Caramel Liquor 15cl, €15, Tesco

 

6) Go all out at The Dublin Cookery School

What does a foodie love best? Apart from eating, a good foodie loves to cook so surprise them with a gift card for a cookery school.

Let them pick their own courses and really put their skills to the test. 

And hey, they may even let you eat the results! 

Gift Voucher for The Dublin Cookery School, dublincookeryschool.ie

7. And for the chocolate lover

The brown leather hat box is full to the brim with a selection of the finest Godiva chocolate gifts. However, you can but it like this, or create a bespoke hamper yourself… then what you spend is up to you! 

Out-of-the-box Christmas hamper, £155

Available at Godiva Chocolates

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Gwyneth Paltrow often been the subject of some ridicule for her lifestyle website Goop.

It does, after all, feature everything from "advice" on vagina facials to a guide on how to yawn correctly. 

The actress doesn't seem too bothered by the press though, and continues to share ever-more bizarre content, including her annual Christmas gift guide which came out yesterday.

Gwynnie's Ridiculous (And Awesome) Gifts guide supposedly features "a little ridiculous for every budget" rather than just "crazy extravagances," but we beg to differ.

Among the items on the 2015 list are…

Custom-made 18-carat gold dumbbells for €115,000
WHAT.

 

A Darwin Sect jellyfish tank  for €1400
"No clue where you buy jellyfish though," says the Goop team. Oh, okay then. So it's just an empty tank.

 

A selection of Joseph's Toiletries toilet paper for €900
"A 9 month supply (approx.) of everything you need to raise the bar on the definition of a well-groomed man or woman." We'll take Andrex, thanks.

 

Gilded playing cards for €2,100
"High stakes cards," indeed.

 

A toothpaste squeezer for €225
You could buy an endless supply of toothpaste for that price, surely?

 

And, if you're really stuck for cash…

A condom dispenser for €42
"Functional and straightforward, this 100% stainless steel dispenser safely stores this essential personal care item with characteristic German efficiency."

We'll take the lot.

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Mother's Day is coming up fast (it's this Sunday!) so if you haven't sorted out a gift yet, you may want to plan a trip to town! 

Here are some simple and more importantly, very pretty gifts your mum will just love this Mother's Day. 

1. Butler's Chocolates
If your mum is a chocolate lover, and let's face it, who isn't – she will just love these beautiful spring-inspired chocolates from Butler's. Prices start from €5.00 meaning there's something to suit even the strictest of budgets! 

2. Patricia Scanlan's A Time For Friends
Mums who love to read will love Patricia Scanlan's new book, A Time For Friends. The book explores the complexity of friendships, and asks when it is time to stop crossing oceans for those who wouldn't jump over a puddle for us. Get it in Eason for €16.99.

3. Dickins & Jones Jug with wild pink flowers
This jug, filled with wild pink flowers would make the perfect centrepiece for any table during spring. Get it in House of Fraser for €48.00. 

4. Photobox.ie
From cushions and cards to mugs, you can make something very special indeed for your mum from Photobox.ie. Personalise it and make it all that more special for your mum!

5.  Marks & Spencer's cup and saucer with shortbread
If your mum loves nothing more than a cuppa and biccie then this is the gift for her! All butter Scottish shortbread giftset with a beautiful pink floral cup and saucer. Find it in M&S for €17.99. 

6. B by Ted Baker Light Pink Rose Bug Kimono
Got a glam mum? Then she basically NEEDS this stunning rose printed kimono by Ted Baker. In fact, we think we might need it too…sorry mum! Get it in Debenhams for €55.50. 

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If you are anything like us then chances are you’re only starting to think about Valentine’s Day gifts for the man in your life around now.

Last minute, we know but here are some things you can pick up that are guaranteed to show him just how you feel about him (on good days)!

Scratch Map Deluxe from Urban Outfitters (€35)
This can basically be described as a giant scratchcard except instead of winning something you reveal all of the places you’ve travelled together – how romantic!

Jean Paul Gaultier LE MALE Collector Eau de Toilette 75ml available from Boots (€54)
Let’s face it, many women just cannot resist an amazing smelling man so help him impress you even more with the classic JPG scent in a snazzy collector bottle – ooh!

Irish Whiskey Museum Tour (01) 5250970
If your man is into his whiskeys it would be a great experience for the both of you to head along to the new Irish Whiskey Museum at the bottom of Grafton Street in Dublin for a tour. Not only will you learn all about the interesting history of Ireland’s whiskeys but you’ll also get a tasting experience of three different types!

Jo Malone Oud & Bergamot Home Candle 200g available from Brown Thomas (€62.00)
As much as we’re sure our boyfriends just LOVE the fruity, sweet smells we fill our homes with every day, perhaps it’s time to give them a go too? This candle emits a mysterious, smoky and woody scent that he’ll love. 

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This Valentines you might be hoping to surprise a special someone with some fabulous lingerie. Niamh Geaney went along to Debenhams to check out what they in store for us. From flirty feminine to full on va-va-voom sets there certainly is something for us all.

As well as that, to make it easier for the men, Debenhams' Emma Cunningham has kindly put together the perfect gift-guide pairing lipsticks to each set and fragrances to suit both him and her- it could not get any more fool proof! 

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With Christmas being such an indulgent time, it can be difficult to think of gift ideas that don't involve either chocolate or being a couch potato. If you have a health or fitness nut in your life, getting them the perfect present is not as easy as buying some fancy chocolates or a box set of Nineties rom-coms and being done with it.

With that in mind, here are a few ideas for gorgeous gifts that will motivate, inspire and nourish the health fanatic in your life!

1. Bobble Water Bottle
This reusable and sturdy bottle filters water as you drink using a replaceable carbon filter. Sustainable AND stylish!

Bobble Bottle, €12.95, MadAboutHouse.ie

2. Yoga mat holder
This gorgeous yoga bag is perfect for carrying that yoga mat from class to class. This navy bag, sold by Galway company YogaBag.ie has an Om symbol printed in gold on the front. Namaste!

Yoga bag, €18.95, YogaBag.ie

3. Running headphones
These sweat-resistant head phones fit into the ear securely which means no adjusting them or losing them as you run.

Monster iSport Intensity Headphones, €74.99, Currys

4. A training top
This stylish deep pink top is breathable and comfy – perfect for long runs or intense gym sessions!

Under Armour Women's Twisted Tech T-Shirt, €22, Lifestyle Sports

5. A motivational wall-hanging
Who could feel lazy with this inspirational poster on their wall? This sweet Winnie The Pooh quote is sure to get them smiling!

Wall Hanging, €23.70 (unframed), NotOnTheHighStreet.com

6. A paleo cookbook
This cookbook is brimming with delicious and simple recipes that follow the clean-eating paleo diet. A must-have for the health fanatic in your life.

Paleo Cooking from Elana's Pantry, €20.50, Easons

7. A herbal tea kit
Whether they are looking for a tea that will relax, energise or calm them, this herbal tea kit complete with ceramic cup, tea trays and a sampler box of six infusers is sure to please.

Rejuvenation Gift Set, €40, TeaForte.ie

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