Vanilla Scented Gift Guide
19 Vanilla-Scented Beauty Gifts to Sweeten Up The Holiday Season
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Vanilla may be a term used to describe something bland or boring, but this scent hardly deserves that reputation — especially during the holiday season, where almost every kitchen or coffee shop is filled with smells of sweet baked goods.
If you know someone who drools over sweets (or just happens to love the scent), we've rounded up some of our favourite vanilla products that would make great gifts this holiday season.
Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille Atomizer
The smoky tobacco note in Tom Ford's Tobacco Vanille Atomizer ($55) helps take the edge off traditionally sweet vanilla.
Edible Beauty No.4 Vanilla Silk Hydrating Lotion
The firming Edible Beauty No.4 Vanilla Silk Hydrating Lotion ($40) has an abundance of antioxidants that help protect the skin from damageing free radicals.
The Body Shop Vanilla Body Mist
The Body Shop Vanilla Body Mist ($8, originally $13) will leave your skin with a light, refreshing aroma.
Native Deodorant
The aluminium free Native Deodorant Coconut Vanilla ($12) has a tropical vanilla scent that will remind you of Summer.
Sabon Body Oil
The Sabon Body Oil ($22) doesn't just smell good, it also contains six natural oils such as almond seed, avocado, and grape seed oils to hydrate skin.
Laura Mercier Ambre Vanille Honey Bath
The shea butter and vanilla extracts in Laura Mercier Ambre Vanille Honey Bath ($45) makes it a great choice if you need to feel calm and cosy.
Golden Door Yuzu Face & Body Mist
The multi-purpose Golden Door Yuzu Face & Body Mist ($34) hydrates with its blend of Yuzu (a Japanese citrus fruit) and vanilla oil.
Philosophy Vanilla Birthday Cake Shower Gel
Philosophy Vanilla Birthday Cake Shower Gel ($18) should be your go-to if you enjoy the smell of freshly baked vanilla cake.
Lavanila Healthy Roller-Ball
Lavanila Healthy Roller-Ball ($16) is a great option for people who love vanilla — but hate chemicals in beauty products.
Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Black Opium Hair and Body Oil
Fitting for people who like a little vanilla in their coffee, the Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Black Opium Hair and Body Oil ($60) smells just like that.
Laura Mercier Vanille Gourmande Eau de Toilette
Laura Mercier Vanille Gourmande Eau de Toilette ($55)has various vanilla notes — including vanilla orchid, vanilla liqueur, bourbon vanilla, and vanilla musk.
Burt's Bees Vanilla Bean Lip Balm
The 100% natural Burt's Bees Vanilla Bean Lip Balm ($3) includes moisturisers such as shea butter and Vitamin E.
Bite Beauty Agave Sugar Lip Scrub
The natural-based Bite Beauty Agave Sugar Lip Scrub ($18) cleanses, exfoliates, and conditions lips with raw brown sugar and various oils.
Mahalo Skin Care The Bean Antioxidant Mask
The purifying Mahalo Skin Care The Bean Antioxidant Mask ($80) has a robust coffee and cacao smell sweetened with notes of honey and vanilla.
This Works Perfect Legs Skin Miracle
The non-greasy blend of This Works Perfect Legs Skin Miracle ($68) will simultaneously care for your skin and lend your legs some subtle colour.
Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur Hair Mist
With amber musk and vanilla notes, the Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur Hair Mist ($155) will infuse your hair with a delicious and delicate smell.
Grown Alchemist Hand Cream
The soothing, vanilla-scented Grown Alchemist Hand Cream ($24) will keep your hands hydrated during winter.
Lollia Relax Shea Butter Soap
Lollia Relax Shea Butter Soap ($12) is scented with a blend of lavender, bee blossom honey, and Indian amber, complete with a touch of Tahitian vanilla.
Weekends and Chocolate Large Bath Fizzy
The toasted vanilla, coconut crème, and caramel scented Weekends and Chocolate Large Bath Fizzy ($8) is the ultimate gift for people who enjoy soothing baths.
