Check out this skincare gift guide; perfect for teachers, besties and all the women in your life.

By Alexis Rochester

Looking for the perfect skincare gift, but short on time or aren’t sure what to give someone?

Then this list is for you.  

As a chemist, I’ve tested hundreds of products, and these are the ones I love the most.

Whether you’re shopping for a friend, teacher or skincare-loving family member, these picks are backed by science and guaranteed to please.

1. Firming serum

This is the one serum that everyone can use and benefit from because it combines niacinamide and hyaluronic acid perfectly to bring you a deeply moisturizing serum with a lotion-like texture to plump wrinkles, hydrate and enhance the other products you use.

I buy this as gifts for my mom, sisters-in-law and best friends.

Use this discount code: alexisroch when you checkout for a discount (this code is a Black Friday sale happening now).

This is number one on the list because it is so highly recommended by readers, and everyone who uses it.

2. Hydrate Me Overnight Plumping Facial

If you need a one-size-fits-all skincare gift, this is it.

It’s hydrating but not heavy, packed with clean, unique and luxurious ingredients like sea buckthorn oil.

It’s the product that sells out every time I share it in the Chemistry Cachet newsletter. I love buying this for friends especially when it’s on sale.

You can use the discount code alexisroch for this too when you check out!

3. Biodance Collagen Mask

These are perfect for teachers, friends and anyone who loves unique skincare products.

It comes four in a package, so you can separate them and add to gift boxes or even put in stockings.

These aren’t your average collagen masks; they are formulated to infuse into your skin leaving it plumped and dewy for the rest of the day.

It is one of my personal favorites to use once per week as well.

4. Bud Nectar Advanced Anti-Aging Collection

If you want to find the perfect gift for someone who has it all or likes very unique, luxury products, this collection is the best!

You see immediate and long-term results and it is very high quality.

You can find it here for 30% off, and be sure to read our blog post reviewing the benefits of bud nectar for aging.

5. Detox mud mask

Busy moms and friends can benefit from a traditional mud mask.

This works quickly to reduce the appearance of pores, fine lines and calm

I love using this for a quick skin toning look before the day. I have purchased this for my mom friends over the last few years as gifts, and they love it!

If you have a college student or teenage who loves skincare, this is a safe one for them to enjoy as well.

6. Viral red light therapy wand

This multi-purpose tool not only works for aging, it also provides lymphatic drainage for your face making your appearance more toned and firm.

I have also tested many of these red light therapy wands, but this is the only one I liked.

The design is perfect and it contours to your face really well, anyone who loves taking care of their skin will enjoy this. It’s on sale this month too!

You don’t need a complicated skincare routine or gift list to give someone a special, quality item.

These simple, effective products are backed by science, perfect for holiday gifting and guaranteed to leave skin glowing into the new year.

Alexis Rochester is an investigative chemist, blogger and founder of Chemistry Cachet. She shares science-based skin care, cleaning, gardening and health tips. She was diagnosed with RA at age 10, so she has a passion for pain management tips and research, along with sharing her journey through this disease. When she’s not writing for Chemistry Cachet, she is taking Pilates or Barre classes, and also received her Barre teaching certification this year! She grew up in Stephenville and recently moved back with her daughter, husband and bulldog. You can find her posting pictures and fun stories daily on Instagram. Also look for Chemistry Cachet on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and LinkedIn.