Go green and shop Irish this festive season

The festive shopping season is in full swing, and if you haven’t yet picked up those coveted gift sets, now’s the time to act as they won’t be around for long!

While Black Friday promotions are dominating the scene, why not embrace the spirit of Green Friday and invest in Irish brands for your gifting this year? Supporting local not only celebrates homegrown talent but also brings a unique and personal touch to your presents, making them all the more special.

Irish beauty brand Ella & Jo invites you to elevate your festive season with their thoughtfully curated Christmas 2024 gift sets. Founders Niamh Ryan and Charlene Flanagan have crafted luxurious skincare collections to bring blissful moments of self-care to everyday life. Masking Moments (€65) includes The Miracle Mask and Glow Up Enzyme Mask, enriched with exfoliating fruit acids, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin C. Valued at €72, it’s the perfect gift for winter TLC.

Everyday Moments (€85) features the award-winning Plump & Protect Hydrating Day Cream SPF 30, Relax & Renew Night Cream, and Mini Nourish & Glow Superfood Oil. Valued at €103, it offers complete skin nourishment.

Me-Time Moments (€90) has some bestsellers like Melt The Day Away Cleansing Balm, Plump & Protect Day Cream SPF 30, and Hydrating Hyaluronic Serum. Worth €118, it’s perfect for starting 2025 with radiant skin. Delight any skincare enthusiast with 12 Ella & Jo favorites in the 12 Days of Skin-mas Advent Calendar (€99) which includes Plump & Protect Day Cream, Mini Glow Up Enzyme Mask, Rose Quartz Gua Sha, and more. Valued at €206, this calendar delivers festive magic, one drawer at a time—or all at once!

Founded by Irish entrepreneur Lisa McGowan, Lisa & Co Cosmetics is all about simplifying your makeup routine without compromising on quality. Designed for fuss-free application and stunning results, these products are perfect for achieving a polished look in minutes—whether you're on the go or getting ready for a night out.

Skin Silk CC Cream (RRP €35) is a must-have hybrid of skincare and makeup and enhances your complexion. Wear it alone for a natural glow or as a primer for a flawless finish. The Fake It Til You Make It Mascara (RRP €22) will transform your lashes. Achieve a bold, false-lash effect in one swipe. It coats every lash evenly for a lifted, defined look.

Step into the elegance of KASH Beauty this festive season, where iconic gold and black packaging houses beauty essentials designed to dazzle. From glowing primers and bold lips to shimmering body glow, these collections bring a touch of magic to any beauty lover’s routine. Achieve a flawless base with the Prep & Perfect Set (RRP €34.95, worth €58.85) which includes Radiant Canvas Primer, Hydrating Face Mist, and new Peptide-Infused Lip Treatment. It is packed with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and vitamins for nourished, radiant skin.

The Get The Glam Set (RRP €39.95, worth €56.85) is a glam lover’s dream featuring the Eternal Treasure Palette, Duoflex Liquid Liner with eraser, and Femme Satin Lipstick in a soft pink.

The Sparkle & Shine Lip Oil Duo (RRP €24.95, worth €29.90) is the perfect stocking filler! It includes the bestselling Kash X Charleen Watermelon Kiss Lip Oil and new Pink Sugar Lip Oil, both hydrating and candy cane-scented.