Cosmetics as birthday gifts for friends

[WinkyWinkola]

Both of whom are in their 30s, stylish, intelligent etc.

I would like to get them a cosmetic something that is very useful and beautiful.

Trouble is the budget - £20 per friend. Any idea? I was eyeing BeneFit stuff but it's a bit pricey.

Please can you help?

[MrsMattie]

Stila? You might be able to pick up a cute little compact lip colour or eye colour for under £20.

Something by Laura Mercier or Shu Emera?

Have you looked at Space NK online?

[needamiracle]

molton brown?

[MingMingtheWonderPet]

Stila do some nice stuff

[squeaver]

What about a nice brush set. Space NK do nice ones.

[traceybath]

nars blusher in orgasm suits everyone and gorgeous

chanel nail varnish

she eumera eyelash curler - the best

christian dior lip gloss

[MingMingtheWonderPet]

Chanel Duo

[MingMingtheWonderPet]

I would love this but a bit out of price range.

Atually went to the site to look for this which my friend bought for me and is soooo lovely

[JacobsPrincessOfDarkness]

I got SIL's Molton Brown cosmetic sets at a Macarthur Glen outlet. Was £60, down to £25, Bargain and very classy stuff!

[Pannacotta]

DO you know which brands they use, or if they are allergic to anything?

IME cosmetics are hard presents to give/receive, eg I am strict about using bunny friendly make up (no animal testing), so nothing on your list would be great.
Just a thought...

[Ronaldinhio]

what about bath or body stuff? space nk have a half price on all their own brand bath body stuff at the mo..they are changing the packaging

[StrangeTown]

YSL's duo eyeshadows come in fantastic wearable shades and in a very expensive looking, yet practical gold compact. They are around £22.