The Hourglass Holiday Drop Is Here — and It's Stunning
If your holiday wishlist has been waiting for something worthy, Hourglass Cosmetics just delivered. The luxury brand has released a curated trio of gift-ready sets — including The Bestseller Set, The Travel Brush Set, and a standalone Vegan Leather Makeup Bag — that manage to feel indulgent, practical, and unmistakably Hourglass all at once.
Here's a closer look at what's inside, why it's worth it, and how to make the most of each piece.
The Bestseller Set ($295): A Greatest-Hits Edit
This set is essentially a highlight reel of Hourglass's cult classics, and at $295, it's a genuine value considering everything packed inside:
- Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm in Slip — a plumping, high-shine balm that gives lips that lit-from-within fullness
- Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara in Ultra Black — for length, lift, and a clean, feathery finish
- Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked in Hope — the iconic multi-use palette that blurs, brightens, and sculpts
- Ambient Lighting Edit Brush II — designed specifically to swirl and diffuse those powders seamlessly
- NEW Vegan Leather Makeup Bag — the finishing touch that elevates the whole gift
Pro tip: Layer the Phantom Balm in Slip over a nude lip liner for a soft, plush pout that photographs beautifully in low holiday lighting.
The Travel Brush Set ($184): For the Beauty Lover Who's Always On the Go
If you (or your gift recipient) live out of a carry-on, this one's a no-brainer. It includes travel-sized versions of Hourglass's most-loved brushes:
- Ambient Soft Glow Foundation Brush (Travel Size)
- Vanish Seamless Finish Concealer Brush (Travel Size)
- Veil Powder Brush (Travel Size)
- NEW No. 15 Blush Brush (Travel Size)
- Double Ended Eyeshadow Brush
- NEW Travel Makeup Brush Bag
The brushes are shrunken down without sacrificing performance — the bristles still deliver that airbrushed Hourglass finish, just in a more suitcase-friendly footprint.
The Vegan Leather Makeup Bag ($98)
Sold separately for those who don't need the full set, this Vegan Saffiano leather pouch is structured, spacious, and built to keep its shape wash after wash. At 222.87 x 132.82mm, it's roomy enough for daily essentials but slim enough to slip into a tote. The interior pocket is a small but genuinely useful detail for keeping smaller items (think lip liners and cotton buds) organized.
Who Should Buy Which?
- Gifting a Hourglass newbie? The Bestseller Set is the ultimate introduction.
- Shopping for a frequent flyer or makeup artist? The Travel Brush Set wins.
- Just want the bag? Grab the Vegan Leather Pouch solo — it's a chic upgrade to any vanity.
Ready to shop? You can browse the Bestsellers Set on hourglasscosmetics.com before the holiday rush sells them out.
Final Thoughts
Hourglass rarely does a bad launch, but this holiday release feels especially thoughtful. Between the luxury makeup formulas, the sculpted brushes, and the reusable vegan leather packaging, these sets check the boxes for beauty lovers who care about performance and presentation. Add them to your cart before they're gone — because bestseller status tends to be self-fulfilling.
