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. But skin care sets eliminate the annoying guesswork.
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 a protective sunscreen formula. Truth is, the simpler the routine, the better—but everyone needs to start somewhere.
Our picks for the best skin care sets of 2024
Best Luxury K-Beauty Set
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Set
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Best Eye Care Set
La Prairie Women's Skin Caviar Eye Wonder 4-Piece Set
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Best Moisturizing K-Beauty Set
Aestura Atobarrier365 Skin Moisturization Set
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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 lineup. Plus, the best skin-care 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 24 best skin-care sets that actually work. Shop our favorites below.
Best Luxury K-Beauty Set
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Set
Deeply hydrating
Addresses signs of aging
Contains only one full-size product
If you’re looking for a last-minute gift for your aunt, mom, or K-beauty-loving friend, there’s no way you can go wrong with a gift set from Sulwhasoo. This one includes some of the brand’s greatest hits: The Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream, First Care Activating Serum VI, Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Eye Cream, and Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum (one of the most popular products among ELLE readers!). All of the formulas harness the healing and skin barrier-boosting powers of ginseng to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines and restore that covetable youthful glow.
Sulwhasoo rating: 4.6/5 stars
An ELLE editor says: “I recently visited a friend’s house and was curious to see which beauty products she’s been using since my last visit several months ago. I usually gift her a few things, and I was happy to see that the Sulwhasoo skin care I gifted her last year was almost used up to the last drop. Their holiday skin care sets are a great introduction to the brand, which I describe to beginners as the ‘La Mer of Korea’ because of their intense moisturizing power and formulas focused on a main ingredient (in this case, ginseng).”—Kathleen Hou, ELLE beauty director
Best Eye Care Set
La Prairie Women's Skin Caviar Eye Wonder 4-Piece Set
$470 at Nordstrom$470 at Saks Fifth Avenue
Pros
Lifts and firms the eyes
Have to use sparingly
La Prairie’s offerings are built around a very luxurious ingredient—caviar. Imagine the conversations you can spark when friends discover your radiant, smooth skin can be credited to fish eggs. This set focuses on the eye area, supplying formulas that start light, like the gel Eye Complex, and end in a rich eye cream.
Nordstrom rating: 5/5 stars A Nordstrom reviewer says: “This is a great trio from La Prarie I find this combination of eye products makes a big difference to my dark circles fine lines and wrinkles after using this trio my eyes look brighter and firming and I find this ritual very relaxing to use This routine is for someone concerned with ageing around the eye area a small amount is needed this set includes the tool which is cooling and soothing and allows better absorption of the eye products.”
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Best Moisturizing K-Beauty Set
Aestura Atobarrier365 Skin Moisturization Set
Two-step moisture routine
Some users note the cream can feel too thick
In Korean beauty, hydration is paramount. This two-piece set offers nourishment and hydration in the form of an essence to soothe and plump the skin and a lightweight cream to lock in the moisture.
Amazon rating: 4.7/5 stars
An ELLE editor says: “Acids and retinol have transformed my skin tremendously, but the results I get when I couple my actives with this conditioning moisturizer come second to none. Coupled with the essence, I wake up with visibly plump and supple skin that’s primed and ready for another day of actives.”—Nerisha Penrose, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor
Best for Skin Renewal
Eighth Day The Performance Duo
Smoothes and brightens skin
Acid-heavy formula can be too harsh for sensitive skin
With the sun tucked away for a few months, now’s the time to introduce stronger exfoliants into your arsenal. This set features Eighth Day’s full-sized signature Resurfacing Tonic, packed with lactic and glycolic acid to slough away dead skin for a brighter complexion, and Regenerative Serum to ward off signs of aging.
Nordstrom rating: 5/5 stars
A Nordstrom reviewer says: “I purchased the Eighth Day performance duo to ease some of my fine lines and invigorate my skin. They have done just that! I also use the toner and eye cream and am just so pleased with the results. I highly recommend these superb products as they really work!”
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Best for Intense Hydration
Bubble Happy Hydrodays Gift Set
Now 19% Off
$74 $60 at hellobubble.comWinter skin sometimes comes with a few unfriendly visitors: flakes. Bubble has your solution(s). This set of hydration heroes imparts a heady dose of nourishment from your skin care step one. Featured products include a cleanser, serum, moisturizer, and lip balm.
Best for Gentle Exfoliation
Sunday Riley Power Couple Kit
$72 at Amazon$74 at Neiman Marcus$72 at Sephora
Pros
Smoothes texture
May not be suited for very sensitive skin
Introducing retinol into your skin-care 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.
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 starsAn Amazon reviewer says: “I’m obsessed! This was definitely worth it! I instantly could see a difference in my skin! Definitely helps get ahead of the wrinkles if you start this early.”
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Best Under-Eye Masks
111SKIN Jetsetter Wallet Skin Care Set
$35 at Nordstrom$35 at Dermstore
Pros
De-puffs and brightens
Not reusable
In-flight skin care routines are all the rage on TikTok. Join the bandwagon with this luxurious trio from 111Skin. Featuring three under-eye masks, each formulated to de-puff and brighten, you’ll be on your way to firmer, smoother under-eyes in just 20 minutes.
Best for Radiance
Dermalogica The Expertise Kit
Comes with vitamin C serum and eye cream
Can be too harsh for those with sensitive skin
With this curated set, Dermalogica provides all the essentials to make your AM and PM skin care routine feel like you just stepped out of a facial. Cleanse and buff away all traces of dirt with the cleanser and exfoliating powder; treat your skin to a boost of radiance with two different vitamin C formulas and a retinol. Of course, you can’t forget sunscreen, and Dermalogica’s Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF is one of the best on the market.
Dermalogica rating: 4.6
A Dermalogica reviewer says: “Absolutely love these products! Worth the money! I’ve never had a great skin regimen and now that I do, I have gotten so many compliments on my skin. Already buying more!”
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Best for the TikTok Beauty Obsessive
Glow Recipe Fruit Babies Skincare Kit
Adds glow
Some may dislike the scent
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.”
Best for Beginners
Youth to the People The Youth System
Full routine
Cleanser glass can get slippery
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 ELLE 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, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor
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Best Korean Skin-Care Set
Innisfree Hydrate + Protect Bestseller Minis Set
Great for all skin types
Suncreen may not be best for oily skin
If you love a dewy finish, Innisfree’s airy products are highly recommended by TikTokers, makeup artists, and ELLE 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 starsAn ELLE 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 seal it all in with the nourishing sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast.”—Nerisha Penrose, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor
Best for Dewy Skin
Rhode The Rhode Kit
Comes with three lip treatments
May not be suitable for super sensitive skin
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 skin-care market with perfect ingredients, texture, and the most stunning packaging!! Safe to say I am one happy glazed girly!”
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Best for Brightening
SkinCeuticals Best Sellers Gift Set
Effective
May be too strong for sensitive skin
Reverse dull, dehydrated skin with the 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.”
Best for Glass Skin
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Discovery Kit
Hydrating
Products lack SPF
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
Our expert reviewer 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, beauty expert
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Best for Dry Skin
Tatcha The Starter Ritual
Adds glow
Only one full sized product
Dehydrated skin needs some extra love, and this skin-care set from Tatcha gives an undeniable 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.”
Best for All Skin Types
Renée Rouleau The Essential Skin Care Collection: Skin Type 3
Effective
An investment
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 ELLE 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, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor
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Best for Acne
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment
Effectively treats blemishes
Can be somewhat drying
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!”
Best for Hydration
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Hydration Set
Lightweight formulas
May leave behind a slight tacky feeling
We want our skin care to feel lightweight and breathable. 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 skin care 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 Hyperpigmentation
Good Molecules Blemish Scar & Discoloration Duo
Effective
Takes time to see results
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 ELLE 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, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor
Best Drugstore Buy
E.l.f. Hydrated Ever After Skin Care Mini Kit
$20 at Amazon$20 at Ulta Beauty
Pros
Travel-sized bottles
May not be suited for oily skin
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 ELLE 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, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor