For many females, receiving makeup gifts is an ideal gift to receive for any occasion or celebration. However, makeup can be a very personalized item, and is often not easy to pick out. In fact, unless you know for a fact what products or shades the woman you are shopping for wears, it may be best to stick with certain items. For example, an expensive mascara is usually a great gift, as nearly every makeup-wearing woman will appreciate it. Or, opt to give a gift certificate to a local makeup store, or even a carrying case for her makeup supplies.