Pharrell’s Favorite Holiday Gifts and Products of 2023
This season, Pharrell is giving you the gift of dewy skin. Recently, the multifaceted mogul launched the 7D Retrograde Gel Cleanser and 7D Mystifying Moisturizer because, well, he’s “a gel guy.” In an e-mail interview with ELLE.com, Pharrell shares, “I love how these products make my skin feel. It felt like a natural step to expand our skincare offering so that our community can have options and choose products that suit them best based on their personal preference.” His skin care brand, Humanrace, is as all-encompassing as it sounds. It’s truly for everyone—and let’s be honest: Who doesn’t want skin like Pharrell?
“Now that I am spending more time in Paris, my skin needs have changed, and the gels have been a perfect addition to my skincare routine. As soon as I tried them, I knew we had instant winners,” he says.
In the midst of the holiday season, Pharrell opens up about his dream gift (are you reading this Helen?) as well as the best gift he’s ever received. Keep reading to discover what his go-to gift is for anyone and affordable gift options that won’t break the bank.
Holiday Gifting Tip
“I try and gift items that I know I personally use a lot that’s been super helpful to me. Whether it’s skincare, a blanket, or a massage gun, I believe in gifts that better your wellness and something that can be used often.”
Splurge Gift
“Game of Thrones Iron Throne.”
Go-to Gift for Anyone
“I am serious about skin health and taking care of yourself, so my go-to gift for anyone would be our new 7D Gel Facial Set from Humanrace.”
Under-$50 Gift
“A pair of Billionaire Boys Club socks—they are on sale, too.”
White Elephant Gift
“A hypo-allergenic throw blanket.”
Go-to Stocking Stuffer
“This peanut brittle. It is delicious!”
Amazon Gift
TheraGun TheraGun Mini Handheld Electric Massage Gun – Compact Deep Tissue Treatment for Any Athlete On The Go – Portable Percussion Massager with QuietForce Technology (Black – 1.0)
TheraGun TheraGun Mini Handheld Electric Massage Gun – Compact Deep Tissue Treatment for Any Athlete On The Go – Portable Percussion Massager with QuietForce Technology (Black – 1.0)
“A mini theragun. Try it!”
The best holiday gift you’ve ever received
“A foot massager. I enjoy massages so when I received this gift, it felt thoughtful. ”
Danielle James is the Digital Beauty Director of ELLE.com. Previously, she was the Fashion and Beauty Director of HelloBeautiful.com and MadameNoire.com. She’s written for The Cut, InStyle, Allure, The Business of Fashion, Nylon, Essence, Good Housekeeping, and more. She enjoys sailing, thrifting, Japanese whiskey, Naomi Campbell’s runway walk, and Rihanna in the comment section.