The complete Gift Guide email collection from Kiehl’s - EN
1. HURRY! Advent Calendar Is Selling Out⏲️
Objective
This email aims to drive immediate sales of Kiehl’s limited-edition Advent Calendar by emphasizing scarcity and high perceived value, while also encouraging sign-ups for text alerts ahead of a major upcoming sale.
Why this works
The email leverages urgency with bold typography and a ticking clock emoji to trigger FOMO, making the Advent Calendar feel like a must-have seasonal collectible rather than just another beauty product.
How to implement
By highlighting a 58% savings and $297 value against the $125 price point, the campaign effectively frames the calendar as an exceptional deal that justifies impulse buying during the holiday gift-giving season.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer beneath the 'SHOP NOW' button to visually reinforce scarcity and create real-time pressure, increasing conversion likelihood before the calendar sells out. • Include a short testimonial or social proof snippet near the product image, such as 'Over 10,000 calendars sold last year', to validate popularity and reduce hesitation among first-time buyers.
2. 📣Advent Calendar is HERE!
Objective
This email aims to drive immediate purchases of Kiehl’s limited-edition Advent Calendar by emphasizing its exclusivity, high perceived value, and urgency before it sells out. It also seeks to grow their SMS subscriber list by teasing a future major deal.
Why this works
The email brilliantly leverages scarcity and social proof by announcing the Advent Calendar is ‘HERE’ and urging customers to ‘GET IT BEFORE IT SELLS OUT,’ which triggers FOMO and accelerates decision-making among holiday shoppers.
How to implement
By prominently displaying ‘58% SAVINGS’ and ‘$297 VALUE’ next to the $125 price, the campaign transforms a luxury purchase into a rational, high-return investment, a psychological nudge that justifies indulgence during the holidays.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer beneath the ‘SHOP NOW’ button to visually reinforce urgency and create real-time pressure, which could increase conversion rates for time-sensitive holiday shoppers. • Include a short customer testimonial or star rating near the product image to build trust and reduce perceived risk, especially since the calendar is a premium, multi-item purchase with no individual reviews visible.
3. Still In Need Of Gifts? Here's 25% Off! 💌
Objective
This email aims to drive last-minute Mother’s Day gift purchases by offering a compelling 25% discount sitewide, while highlighting curated, high-impact skincare products ideal for gifting. It also emphasizes urgency through shipping deadlines and convenient pickup options to reduce cart abandonment.
Why this works
The email brilliantly combines emotional urgency with a clear discount, framing the promotion as a rescue mission for procrastinating shoppers, turning guilt into action with a timely, generous offer that feels both exclusive and essential.
How to implement
By curating gift-worthy products with benefit-driven micro-descriptions, like 'For lifting and brightening under eyes', the email transforms product listings into personalized gift solutions, helping customers quickly identify what will resonate most with their moms.
Pro Tip
Add a visual countdown timer near the hero section to reinforce urgency beyond static dates, this dynamic element can increase conversion by making the deadline feel more immediate and personal to each recipient. • Include a short testimonial or social proof snippet under one or two hero products (e.g., 'Loved by 10K+ moms this season') to build trust and reduce perceived risk, especially for higher-priced items or first-time buyers.
4. The Kiehl's Advent Calendar is BACK!
Objective
To drive immediate sales of the limited-edition Kiehl’s Advent Calendar by highlighting its high perceived value and urgency, while encouraging new and existing customers to join the rewards program for exclusive perks.
Why this works
The email leverages scarcity and social proof by emphasizing 'limited quantities' and calling the calendar 'everyone’s favorite,' which taps into FOMO and community validation to accelerate purchase decisions.
How to implement
By visually juxtaposing the $125 price against the $297 value, the campaign creates a powerful perception of savings that justifies impulse buying, especially during the holiday season when gift-giving budgets are top of mind.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer near the 'SIGN UP & SHOP' CTA to amplify urgency, since the 'limited quantities' message lacks a time-bound trigger that could push hesitant shoppers to act immediately. • Include a short testimonial or user review snippet under the product grid to build trust, especially since the calendar is a high-consideration gift item, social proof would reduce perceived risk for new customers.
5. The PERFECT Mother's Day Gift 🎀
Objective
This email aims to drive Mother’s Day gift purchases by positioning Kiehl’s as a thoughtful, convenient, and premium gifting solution for customers unsure what to buy. It emphasizes urgency through limited-time offers and clear shipping deadlines to convert hesitation into action.
Why this works
By framing the gift set as a 'no-brainer' solution for uncertain shoppers, Kiehl’s reduces decision fatigue and positions itself as a trusted, empathetic gift curator for Mother’s Day.
How to implement
The email strategically layers urgency with both time-sensitive perks (free gift wrapping) and hard shipping cutoffs, creating a dual incentive that motivates immediate action without sounding pushy.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer above the shipping deadline section to visually reinforce urgency and reduce cognitive load for time-sensitive shoppers. • Include a short testimonial or social proof near the product grid, such as '92% of customers rated this gift set as perfect for Mom', to strengthen trust and reduce perceived risk.
6. Last Chance For FREE 3-Piece Gift!
Objective
This email aims to drive immediate purchases by creating urgency around a limited-time free gift offer tied to a $75+ spend, while reinforcing brand loyalty through rewards program promotion and showcasing bestsellers to guide customer selection.
Why this works
The email brilliantly leverages urgency with a time-bound free gift offer, making the $75+ spend feel like a smart investment rather than a threshold, which psychologically lowers resistance to spending.
How to implement
By visually anchoring the gift’s $25 value next to the actual products, Kiehl’s transforms a promotional perk into a tangible, desirable reward that customers can immediately visualize owning and using.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer near the hero section to visually reinforce the 'Last Chance' urgency and create real-time pressure to act before the July 5 deadline. • Include a short testimonial or social proof snippet near the product grid to validate the bestsellers’ popularity and build trust for customers hesitant to choose.
7. FYI Advent Calendar Has 49% Savings 💚
Objective
This email aims to drive immediate purchases of Kiehl’s Advent Calendar by highlighting its 49% savings and showcasing high-value bestsellers included inside, while reinforcing brand loyalty through exclusive perks and social proof.
Why this works
The email brilliantly frames the Advent Calendar not just as a holiday product but as a high-value deal, emphasizing 49% savings and $293 value, to trigger urgency and perceived exclusivity among beauty shoppers.
How to implement
By visually listing top products like Creme de Corps and Vitamin C Eye Serum inside the calendar, Kiehl’s leverages social proof and product familiarity to reduce purchase hesitation and increase perceived worth.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer near the CTA to amplify urgency, since the Advent Calendar is time-sensitive and benefits from FOMO-driven behavior during the holiday season. • Include a short customer testimonial or star rating near the product grid to reinforce trust and social validation, especially since the calendar contains multiple unfamiliar mini-products.
8. Get Your Advent Calendar Before It's Gone!
Objective
The email aims to drive immediate purchases of Kiehl’s limited-edition Advent Calendar by emphasizing scarcity and high perceived value, while also encouraging sign-ups for future deals through text message alerts.
Why this works
The email masterfully combines urgency with value by highlighting a 58% savings and a $297 value, making the $125 price feel like an irresistible steal rather than just another holiday product.
How to implement
By placing the Advent Calendar front and center with a bold 'SHOP NOW' CTA and festive visuals, the design immediately captures attention and reduces friction for impulse buyers during the holiday season.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer near the 'SHOP NOW' button to visually reinforce scarcity and urgency, which could further nudge hesitant shoppers toward immediate conversion. • Include a short testimonial or social proof near the product image, such as 'Over 10,000 calendars sold last year', to build trust and validate the product’s popularity before the user scrolls away.
9. Great Value AND Great Gifts!
Objective
This email aims to drive holiday sales by highlighting value-packed gift sets and limited-time offers, encouraging immediate purchases while positioning Kiehl’s as a go-to destination for thoughtful, high-value skincare gifts.
Why this works
By anchoring each product set with a bold value proposition, like '$297 value' or 'up to 35% savings', Kiehl’s transforms perceived luxury into smart, justified spending, making gifting feel indulgent yet economical.
How to implement
The email strategically pairs seasonal relevance with dermatologist-backed credibility, such as the 'Day to Night Wrinkle Reducing Duo', to reassure gift-givers they’re choosing trusted, effective solutions for loved ones’ skin concerns.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer or urgency indicator near the 'Biggest Deal of the Year' section to heighten FOMO and drive faster opt-ins for text alerts, aligning with the campaign’s holiday urgency. • Include a short customer testimonial or social proof badge next to high-value sets (like the $297 Advent Calendar) to reinforce trust and validate the perceived value for hesitant buyers.
10. 🎀Meet Our 2023 Advent Calendar🎀
Objective
This email aims to drive immediate purchases of Kiehl’s 2023 Advent Calendar by highlighting its limited availability, high perceived value, and exclusive product collection, while also building anticipation for upcoming deals through SMS sign-ups.
Why this works
The email masterfully creates urgency by pairing a bold headline with a scarcity-driven subheading, 'Get it before it sells out!', which primes the reader to act immediately rather than browse casually.
How to implement
By visually displaying the full product lineup and overlaying a clear value proposition, '58% savings, $297 value', the email transforms a seasonal product into a rational, high-return purchase decision for gifters and self-treaters alike.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer or stock indicator near the 'SHOP NOW' button to amplify urgency, since the current 'get it before it sells out' message lacks real-time social proof or scarcity cues to push hesitant buyers over the edge. • Include a short testimonial or user-generated photo of someone unboxing or using the calendar to build social validation, the current design relies heavily on product visuals but misses the emotional proof that drives gifting decisions.