Peach & Lily holiday set review: Glass skin, unlocked

There are gifts, and then there are gifts.

You know the kind — the ones that make your friend’s eyes widen, their voice go up an octave and suddenly they’re clutching it like a treasure map to eternal youth. This holiday season, Peach & Lily has decided to hand us that exact gift moment with its Glass Skin Gloss & Glow Kit, a limited-edition duo that feels like wrapping luxury, science and pure self-care into one luminous bow.

This is not your average skincare set; it’s the golden ticket to juicy lips and the kind of glassy, bouncy skin that makes people do double takes in candlelight.

The star power behind this duo comes down to Peach & Lily’s signature ingredient philosophy: powerful actives, gentle formulas and results that don’t take weeks to show up. The kit includes two heavy hitters— the Glass Skin Ginseng Collagen Mask and the Collagen Cushion Peptide Lip Balm — both infused with vegan collagen, peptides and hyaluronic acid for that “I’ve had eight hours of sleep, a facial and no stress ever” kind of look.

After testing Peach & Lily’s Glass Skin Veil Mist last year, I can say with full confidence that I’m hooked on its formulations. They nurture my dry skin and are products I *actually* look forward to using.

For $32, you’re getting an indulgent skincare ritual that turns a dull winter evening into a mini spa moment with real results.

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My review

Let’s talk about the Glass Skin Ginseng Collagen Mask first, because wow, this is no ordinary sheet mask. Each of the three masks in the pack feels like it’s been crafted in skincare heaven: soaked in a silky essence that clings to your face like second skin and somehow knows exactly what your complexion needs. It’s infused with ginseng to energize tired skin, vegan collagen to plump, peptides to smooth fine lines and hyaluronic acid to deliver deep, lasting hydration.

It’s the skincare equivalent of your favorite holiday latte: rich, comforting and makes you glow from within.

When I first tried the sheet mask, I was skeptical. I’ve tried plenty that promise “instant glass skin” (I traveled to South Korea to head into skincare labs, after all), and I’ve grown tired of formulas that deliver only a faint sheen and some stickiness.

But this one? This one changed the game.

I put it on while half-watching a cheesy holiday rom-com (multitasking, obviously — and no, it’s not too early), and by the time the credits rolled, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror and audibly gasped. My skin looked alive. It was smooth, bouncy and honestly reflective enough to make a Christmas ornament jealous. The natural lines around my eyes were less noticeable, my cheeks had a subtle, healthy plump and the overall glow lasted through the next morning. My skin looked ultimately dewy and hydrated.

Directly after, I put the Collagen Cushion Peptide Lip Balm to the test. Let me just say: calling this a “lip balm” feels almost insulting. It’s more like a lip spa in a tube, and it’s actually one I’ve been using religiously for years.

To pair the sheet mask with this lip treatment was a match made in dewy skin heaven.

The lip balm’s formula is a plush, cushiony dream that melts into your lips the moment you swipe it on. Packed with vegan collagen, hyaluronic acid, peptides and ceramides, it coated my lips exceptionally well. I applied it before bed and when I woke up, my lips were still hydrated, pillowy and so soft that even my morning coffee mug felt lucky to touch them.

The bottom line

Together, the mask and balm make the kind of duo that feels indulgent but still practical — the skincare version of cozy cashmere socks that just happen to look chic. You can mask while wrapping presents, slather on the balm while sipping cocoa and emerge from your self-care cocoon looking like you’ve just returned from a week-long retreat somewhere far, far away (but really, you’ve just been vibing in your living room).

It makes a terrific beauty gift for anyone on your list, too. It’s luxurious but still affordable, science-backed yet sensorial and cute enough to make any skincare lover squeal when they unwrap it. It’s the kind of stocking stuffer that feels way more thoughtful than a gift card and far more exciting than another candle. Whether you’re treating yourself (because let’s be honest, you deserve it) or spreading the glow to your bestie, this set is holiday magic in skincare form.

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This article was written by Victoria McDonnell, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash. She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts. Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include testing the best vitamin C serums on the market, and a rinse-and-repeat review of the best shampoos of 2025. Victoria, who received a beauty industry essentials certification from the Fashion Institute of Technology, has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.

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