There’s power in numbers.
Few feelings come close to being gifted (or gifting) the best skin care sets. Ask any skin care obsessive: Crafting a diligent and effective skin routine is not at all easy, and requires years of research and a long journey of trial and error that often comes with a hefty price tag. With all the different skin concerns to address and the influx of buzzy products that inundate our social scrolling, it’s hard to determine whether to focus on brightening discoloration with a vitamin C serum or which sunscreen formula is best for your skin type. Truth is, the simpler the routine, the better—but everyone needs to start somewhere.
That’s where skin care bundles come in. Testing out bite-sized versions of retinol-infused this and BHA-formulated that makes it easier to round out your skincare lineup with what you know works for your skin. Plus, the best skincare gift sets almost always cost half as much as the regular-sized product, so you’re getting an entire routine without having to break the bank. There’s power in numbers, which is why we turned to customer reviews to score the 27 best skincare sets that actually work. Shop our favorites below.
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Best Korean Skin Care Set
innisfree innisfree Hydrate + Protect Bestseller Minis Set
If you love a dewy finish, Innisfree’s airy products are highly recommended by TikTokers, makeup artists, and editors. This set guarantees hydration and protection, thanks to the hyaluronic acid—and green tea-infused serum and face cream, along with the nourishing sunscreen that leaves a subtle glow.
Sephora rating: 4.9/5 stars
An editor says: “I rotate a lot of products in my travel cosmetics bag, but this trio is a mainstay. I prefer no-fuss products that do exactly what they say, and this set offers a surge of hydration. I can seal it all in with a sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast. —Nerisha Penrose
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Best for Beginners
youth to the people Youth To The People The Youth System – 6 Piece Set with Superfood Cleanser, Face Oil, Moisturizer, Vitamin C Serum, Eye Cream, Energy Facial – Vegan, Clean Skincare Kit
For fans of clean skin care with excellent results, look no further than Youth to the People. This skin care set includes six incredible products: its best-selling cleanser, vitamin C serum, moisturizer, face oil, eye cream, and face mask.
Sephora rating: 4.9/5 stars
An editor says: “This is the cleanser everyone in my house loves to steal. Not only is it gentle, but it’s super hydrating and effective at removing whatever my cleansing balm left behind. I brought this on a friend’s trip recently and was left with not one ounce to return home with because it’s just that good.”—Nerisha Penrose
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Best Luxury Set
La Mer Radiant Renewal Collection Set
Any La Mer product on its own costs you a pretty penny. Here’s a set that delivers four of the lush skin care brand’s bestsellers and is worth every cent. As the name suggests, each item in the set works wonders on your skin by delivering soothing and nourishing properties for the ultimate radiance, from the hydrating Treatment Lotion to the cult-favorite Cremé de La Mer.
Nordstrom rating: 5/5 stars
A Nordstrom reviewer said: “I absolutely adore this set—you have the full-size products with some luxury sample size products, which for me is the whole purpose of a set. Whether you’re buying this for yourself or a gift, this will be an absolute joy to use or receive…and if you can catch it on a promotion even better!”
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Best Exfoliating Pads
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel Pads 60 Treatments
When done correctly, exfoliation offers the best results for clear, smooth skin. Dr. Dennis Gross’s fan-favorite exfoliating pads simplify the process with just two steps: Swipe the first half of the packet along your face, wait two minutes, and then soothe the skin with the second pad.
Sephora rating: 4.5/5 stars
An editor says: “Every sale, I have to restock on these exfoliating pads (the price is a pretty penny so save where you can!) because my skin loves every drop of product in them. I’m troubled with dark spots (recovering picker), so this box helps to minimize the look of my scars without overly drying my skin or causing more irritation.”—Nerisha Penrose
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Best for Skin Care Minimalists
Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser + Futuredew
Glossier offers a variety of skin care sets, but this is a cult favorite. After cleansing with the Milky Jelly Cleanser, restore moisture by slathering on Futuredew for a hydrated, radiant glow.
Glossier rating: 4.5/5 stars
A Glossier reviewer said: “I turned 3 and boom, acne on my chin I have never experienced before. I tell my bestie, she recommends this brand. IN ONE WEEK, MY SKIN HAS COMPLETELY CLEARED! My pores minimized, my complexion the most even I have ever seen. The texture is smooth, with no baby bumps. I came back and bought Cloud Paint Duo, Boy Brow Duo, and the Priming Moisturizer. I am super excited about those products. I’m allergic to everything, and Glossier DOES NOT IRRITATE ME!!! So happy!! Customer for life.”
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Best for Dewy Skin
Rhode the rhode kit
High on the list of perfect celebrity skin is none other than Hailey Bieber herself. Good thing she created a line of products that make radiant, smooth skin a reality instead of a dream. The kit comes with the Pineapple Cleanser, Barrier Restore Cream, the Peptide Glazing Fluid, and Glazing Milk.
Rhode rating: 4.6/5 stars
A Rhode reviewer said: “Absolutely incredible products! Finally, a brand that has smashed the skincare market with perfect ingredients, texture, and the most stunning packaging!! Safe to say I am one happy glazed girly!”
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Best Drugstore Buy
e.l.f. Hydrated Ever After Skin Care Mini Kit
Hotel skin care isn’t always the best for your skin. Never leave home without this reliable skin care travel kit, which has your hydration needs completely covered from start to finish. E.l.f’s hydration kit comes in travel-friendly sizes and includes the brand’s hydrating face cream, cleansing balm, eye cream, serum, and gentle cleanser.
Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars
An editor says: “When it comes to travel skin care, I don’t like to break the bank. This set from E.L.F is the best travel buddy anyone could have since it has a complete routine that is gentle and effective enough for all skin types and costs less than an airport cocktail.”—Nerisha Penrose
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Best for Acne
La Roche-Posay La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment
This French pharmacy brand has curated a three-step process for ditching breakouts. With salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, this set includes a cleanser, toner, and spot treatment to rapidly clear even the most stubborn breakouts.
Ulta rating: 4.3/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer said: “This product really works as a trio. I’ve been using it for two months, and I honestly can say I haven’t used anything that truly works for me like this. You have to be patient; it took over 30 days so you can see and feel the difference!”
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Best for Glass Skin
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Discovery Kit
These days, everyone is chasing glass skin, but it is not all that hard to achieve when you have the right products. This set contains a mask, essence, refining serum, and hydrating cream so that you can become a skincare influencer. Key ingredients include nourishing hyaluronic acid and peach extract, antioxidant-rich matcha, and pore-minimizing niacinamide.
Ulta rating: 4.6/5 stars
An editor says: “The Glass Skin Refining Serum is the hero of this skin set foursome; however, with their powers combined, this set will leave you with oh-so-dewy skin for a great price.” — Danielle James
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Best for Dry Skin
Tatcha The Starter Ritual
Dehydrated skin needs some extra love, and this skin care set from Tatcha gives an extra boost of hydration. With a moisturizer, serum, and softening cleanser boasting powerhouse Japanese ingredients, you’ll be on your way to supple, smooth skin in no time.
Tatcha rating: 4.7/5 stars
A Tatcha reviewer says: “I was extremely apprehensive about buying a product from this skin care line, but I decided to order The Starter Ritual. I received the products in very nice packaging along with easy instructions. I used the products before I went to sleep, and by morning, my face was already glowing! Tatcha is now my skin care routine.”
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Best for Gentle Exfoliating
Sunday Riley Power Couple: Lactic Acid and Retinol Kit
Introducing retinol into your skincare routine isn’t as easy as it seems. But this Sunday Riley duo, featuring the holy grail Good Genes treatment, is gentle yet powerful enough to deliver some serious results.
Sephora rating: 4.3/5 stars
A Sephora reviewer says: “I started seeing results after only a few days of using both these products. My skin feels so soft, plump, and moisturized after a long night’s sleep using these products. I highly recommend!”
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Best for All Skin Types
Renée Rouleau The Essential Skin Care Collection: Skin Type 3
This collection helped me fade years of impurities in a matter of months. Renee Rouleau’s products are grouped together by skin type to ensure each one targets specific concerns.
Renée Rouleau rating: 5/5 stars
An editor says: “My stubborn acne-prone skin met its match when Renee Rouleau products entered my life. Clear standouts are the Detox Cleanser—a cool yellow tone that makes my early morning skin routine a pleasant experience and gently washes away the night (or day)—and BHA Clarifying Serum, a miracle worker for dark marks.”—Nerisha Penrose
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Best for Oily Skin
The Ordinary The Balance Set
If you’re dealing with excess oils, acne, or uneven skin texture, this low-cost set from the Ordinary has everything you need for smooth, even skin. With a squalane cleanser, salicylic acid mask, niacinamide serum, and lightweight moisturizer, you’re all set.
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I can already tell a difference in my skin after three uses! This stuff is amazing.”
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Best for Hydration
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Hydration Set
We want our skin care to feel lightweight and breathable, especially in warmer months. Laneige’s Water Bank set includes the brand’s mega-hydrating moisturizer, which effortlessly sinks into the skin. The set also comes with a serum, eye cream, and toner, all made with the same star ingredients—including blue hyaluronic acid (a patented form of hyaluronic acid derived from deep sea algae), firming peptides, and ceramides to protect.
Amazon rating: 4.7/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I bought this on a whim and love it! It layers nicely over my skincare while still looking nice under sunscreen and foundation. It’s super hydrating but dries down without looking too glazed and dewy. Doesn’t leave a film or oily texture. I liked it so much I’m onto my second container of it.”
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Best for Brightening
SkinCeuticals Best Sellers Gift Set
Reverse dull, dehydrated skin with Skinceuticals’ Best Sellers set. Featuring the C E Ferulic Acid treatment, hyaluronic acid, and anti-aging cream, the trio combats aging skin while reducing the appearance of dark marks over time.
SkinCeuticals rating: 4.6/5 stars
A SkinCeuticals reviewer says: “There is no other vitamin C that comes remotely close to this product. This product is superior to them all. I firmly believe that not all skincare needs to be super expensive, but when it comes to ingredients like vitamin C, you get what you pay for. This profit has a hefty price tag, but if you want something that works, improves your skin’s look, and reduces hyperpigmentation, this is your guy. Stop spending money on trying so many products that don’t yield results and invest in one that will blow you away. This is the one.”
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Best for the TikTok Beauty Obsessive
Glow Recipe Fruit Babies Skincare Kit
Everyone online is obsessed with Glow Recipe, and now you can try five of its bestsellers in a perfectly curated set. Featuring watermelon extract, hyaluronic acid, retinol, and more, these products will help your skin look plump, glowing, hydrated, and dewy–basically, everything you could ever want.
Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I loved the set so much I use it every day. I have extremely sensitive skin, and it’s the one product that has not made me break out. For that, it’s five stars by itself on top of the fact that the products are true to the name.”
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Best for Hyperpigmentation
Good Molecules Blemish Scar & Discoloration Duo
Don’t let discoloration get you down. This skin care duo, suitable for all skin types, targets dark spots, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation using brightening niacinamide and tranexamic acid for a more even skin tone.
Ulta rating: 4.3/5 stars
An editor says: “I love all things Good Molecules because the products do what they claim and are affordable. This duo has the power to transform those stubborn dark marks into clearer, brighter skin you can be proud of.”—Nerisha Penrose
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Best For Balance
Buttah Skin Skin Transforming Cocoshea 3 Piece Kit
This three-piece skincare set from Buttah includes all the skin saviors you need to brighten, nourish, and refresh dull, dehydrated skin. It includes a gentle cleanser, a vitamin C serum, and a quenching shea butter cream.
Ulta rating: 4.6/5 stars
An editor says: “I bought this skin care system for an ex-boyfriend. It was the perfect introductory skin care regime that didn’t overwhelm him. The products work so well, I felt comfortable enough leaving my routine at home and using his when I was at his apartment. It’s an easy, targeted routine with a lot of recognizable ingredients like shea butter and vitamin C. I noticed improvements in his skin within six weeks.” —Danielle James
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Celebrity Favorite
iS CLINICAL Pure Renewal Collection
This celebrity-favorite skin care brand might cost a pretty penny, but it is worth it if you want radiant, glowing skin. Hollywood estheticians like Shani Darden, responsible for the skin of stars, including Jessica Alba and Rosie Huntington-Whitely, frequently use this product. Within these formulas are a range of botanicals, peptides, and powerful antioxidants that work to brighten, calm, and hydrate your barrier.
Amazon rating: 4.1/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I use this with the iS Pro-Heal Serum and iS Super Serum and it has been helping my skin to not break out as much and also heal faster when I do have a breakout.”