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A Nutcracker-Themed Gift Guide With All Our Favorite Sugary Beauty Products

Cue the Tchaikovsky
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Ah, "The Nutcracker:" It's one of those things that just kind of makes you think. How, exactly, did a ballet about a girl who gets a magical nutcracker from her crazy eyepatch-wearing uncle, who then travels with said nutcracker to what's basically Candy Land become so ingrained in holiday tradition?

Then again, why shouldn't it be? It's got everything: A rat king, waltzing snowflakes and flowers, numerous references to various countries and their cuisines (that are not quite politically correct by modern standards), not to mention that enigmatic, eyepatch-wearing Herr Drosselmeyer. It's basically a smorgasbord of good cheer (often literally).

To commemorate our love for "The Nutcracker," we've put together a little gift guide of beauty products, ranging from Sugar Plum-flavored lip balms to cocoa-scented perfumes. So, cue "The Nutcracker Suite" — and get to shopping!

Image via OPI UK

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EOS Sugarplum, $2.99
Looking for a little stocking stuffer? This egg-shaped balm is equal parts adorable and delicious.

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OPI x Disney The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Nail Polish in Dancing Keeps Me on My Toes, $12.50
OPI's entire "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms"-inspired collection is pretty darn fab, but this pearly white strikes us as especially versatile and festive. Plus, it's the perfect way to pay homage to the Waltz of the Snowflakes.

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Becca x Chrissy Teigen Glow Kitchen Kit, $44
While not technically Nutcracker-inspired, the whole dessert theme fits in very well with your favorite holiday ballet. Besides, we're immensely charmed by the concept of a cinnamon roll-scented highlighter (especially since it's Chrissy Teigen's brainchild).

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Fenty Beauty Mini Fairy Bomb, $20
Honestly, this glitter-packed powder puff looks like it's straight out of Balanchine's imagination. The full-sized version is admittedly great, but this mini ornament version is perfect for holiday gifting.

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BY ROSIE NARASAKI | DEC 10, 2018 | SHARES
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