If you’re still searching for the perfect gift to give this Christmas, look no further than the MAC Cosmetics Holiday 2014 Collections. Vivid colour in plush plums and rich reds are at the heart of this year’s Holiday Collection and we at Beauty Bulletin have highlighted a couple items we think you ought to gift a loved one (or yourself) with.

First on our Gift of Giving list is the MAC Keepsakes: VIVA Glamorous Lipsticks. This gift set features the Viva Glam Rihanna 1 lipstick, a frosty blue based red, and Viva Glam Rihanna 2, a cool mauve with frosted red,  paired with this seasons limited edition crimson red VIVA Glamorous glitter cosmetics bag (R610). Included in this collection is the VIVA Glamorous lip palette (R440) which holds MACs most iconic VIVA Glam shades.

We are also in love with the mini pressed pigments in the Heirloom Mix Collection. According to the brand, the Heirloom Mix pressed pigments (R360) are “intense and creamy highlighters which offer extreme pearlescence and versatility of finish.” These pressed pigments are designed to provide head turning sheer-to-moderate, buildable coverage while adhering to natural dimension and finish. We think these pressed pigments are extra special because they come in “limited edition black packaging flecked with silver sparkles.”

TOP TIP: For a dramatic wet look, apply damp on skin and for high shine, apply dry.

To make this the perfect Christmas gift, make sure to add the Keepsakes: In Extra Dimension Brush Kit (R850). This brush kit comes with four expertly designed eye shadow brushes and four larger face brushes all of which come packaged inside a limited-edition black glitter makeup bag.

(By Cynthia Gwebu)

With all of these products already available in stores, will you be gifting them to a loved one this Christmas? Or better yet, will you be gifting yourself with a little something? Leave your comments below!