My Holiday Beauty Value Set Picks from Nordstrom

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You know I'm all about the value sets here at Nouveau Cheap. So when Nordstrom asked me to partner with them on this blog post, I didn't think twice. I already had almost all of these holiday value sets bookmarked from their website as gift ideas (and a few as #treatyoself gifts for myself). In addition to (hopefully) giving you some gift ideas, I am including my personal thoughts about each set, and why it was chosen, below.

I want to mention that I specifically chose some of these sets not only because of their value and the fact that I am personally drawn to them, but also because you cannot purchase some of these sets at other retailers (some are Nordstrom-exclusives), or if you can, you may not receive free shipping. Just a reminder: Nordstrom offers free everyday shipping and free returns on all orders (no minimum required), and your choice of three free samples with all beauty orders. As of the time of publication, one of the free sample choices is Maison Martin Margiela Replica Lazy Sunday Morning (fragrance sample), which I highly recommend if you haven't tried it yet. It's lovely!

Herbivore Botanicals Skincare Set - $40 ($54 value)

This new, Nordstrom-exclusive value set from Herbivore is a great way to try three of their products at a discounted price. I own a few products from Herbivore (which I love) and I have been wanting to try these three products in particular. So if anyone in my family is reading this, yes, this is a hint!

• Set includes:
• Lapis Balancing Facial Oil (0.3 oz.)
• Rose Hibiscus Coconut Water Hydrating Face Mist (2 oz.)
• Bamboo Charcoal Cleansing Bar Soap (4 oz.)

Sigma Beauty Cashmere Classic Brush Set - $34 ($49 value)

This set contains some of Sigma's most popular and highly-rated eye brushes. The E25 Blending Brush and the E45 Small Tapered Blending Brush both retail for $16 when purchased separately. The E40 Tapered Blending Brush retails for $17 when purchased separately. So for $34, that works out to $11.33 per brush. 

• Set includes:
• E25 Blending Brush
• E45 Small Tapered Blending Brush
• E40 Tapered Blending Brush

Jack Black Limited Edition The Balm Squad Gift Set - $25 ($30 value)

In my ridiculously large stash of lip balms, my Jack Black lip balms are always in the "frequently-reached-for" section. I adore them, and this set is a nice way to try multiple flavors and save a bit in the process. I believe that the Black Cherry & Pomegranate debuted in a limited edition set back in 2014 and it's making its first reappearance in this set (it's limited edition and not part of the core line). I didn't get it back in 2014, which means I need this set.

• Set includes:
• Natural Mint & Shea Butter (0.25 oz.)
• Lemon & Shea Butter (0.25)
• Black Cherry & Pomegranate (0.25 oz.)
• Shea Butter & Vitamin E (0.25 oz.)

Mario Badescu Multi-Masking Set - $20

This is a new Nordstrom-exclusive set that I'm dying to get because I've tried a lot of products by Mario Badesu, but not their masks. So this is a nice way to try all three before committing to a full-size purchase. 

• Set includes:
• Flower & Tonic Mask (0.5 oz.)
• Super Collagen Mask (0.5 oz.)
• Enzyme Revitalizing Mask (0.5 oz.)

Laura Mercier Layer Up Caviar Stick Eye Color Collection - $38 ($67 value)

I only own one Caviar Stick Eye Color but I love it so much (so easy to apply when I'm in a hurry and it does not budge, even on my oily skin). The sticks in this set are deluxe size but they're 0.03 oz, whereas a full-size stick is 0.05 oz for $29. So you still get a generous amount here (for perspective, the L'Oreal Le Matte Lip Colour twist-up sticks are also 0.03 oz. and those are full-size).  

• Set includes:
• Rosegold (0.03 oz.)
• Amethyst (0.03 oz.)
• Aubergine (0.03 oz.)
• Tuxedo (0.03 oz.)

Crabtree & Evelyn Hand Therapy Best Sellers Sampler Set - $18 ($27 value)

I know for a fact that this is a $27 value without even looking it up, because I have purchased these 1-oz tubes individually for $9 many times (technically, they're 0.9 oz. but close enough!). I won't spend $9 for one ounce of hand cream if it isn't amazing stuff, but Crabtree & Evelyn Hand Therapy is truly amazing stuff. The Hand Therapy formula is in my top three hand creams of all time because it's very long-lasting, absorbs quickly, and it's extremely moisturizing. Plus, you only need a tiny bit, so one small tube will last you a while. I already bought this set for my mom for Christmas (sorry for the spoiler if you're reading this, Mom!).

• Set includes:
• Gardeners Ultra-Moisturising Hand Therapy (0.9 oz.)
• La Source® Ultra-Moisturising Hand Therapy (0.9 oz.)
• Lavender Ultra-Moisturising Hand Therapy (0.9 oz.)

LORAC Holiday 2016 Limited Edition Happy Hour Hues Alter Ego Lip Gloss Collection - $25 ($96 value)

I've mentioned this before, but I love the Alter Ego Lip Gloss formula (and I'm not even a gloss person!). These feel so lovely on the lips and the colors are gorgeous. You get six FULL-SIZE tubes in this set (0.13 oz. each) for $25. That is a steal, considering that one tube retails for $16. 

• Set includes:
• Angel (nude with gold shimmer) 
• Beauty Queen (rose pink)
• Ballerina (bubblegum pink)
• Connoisseur (rose brown)
• Celebrity (brick red)
• Provocateur (black cherry)

Kiehl's Classic Scents Coriander Edition Duo - $45 ($57 value)

This set contains two large size bottles of product in my favorite Kiehl's scent ever, Coriander (such a clean, soothing, yet earthy fragrance that's great for men and women alike). I love this body lotion and I love this body wash, so it's kind of a no-brainer for me.

• Set includes:
• Deluxe Coriander Hand & Body Lotion with Aloe Vera & Oatmeal (16.9 oz.)
• Coriander Bath & Shower Liquid Body Cleanser (16.9 oz.)

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