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    25 Birthday Gifts Under $50 That Literally Anyone Will Like

    Easy-peasy giftable things.

    1. A New York Times book of crosswords that'll tickle their brain cells just enough to challenge and entertain them.

    The cover of The New York Times crossword compilation book

    2. An anti-slip exercise mat that'll remind them to take a moment to stretch out. It's on the thicker side for comfort, so it'll give their joints the padding they need. It also has markers on it that'll help them focus on their alignment.

    A person doing downward dog with their dog

    3. A vintage butterfly print that'll showcase the work of Adolphe Phillippe Millot, a French artist (and scientist!) from the late 1800s.

    A series of illustrated butterflies on a wooden chair

    4. A set of glass food storage containers that'll display their coffee grinds and raw spaghetti noodles like they're pieces of high art. Their convenient lid shape will allow them to stack 'em for optimal storage space, too.

    Five glass food storage containers with various ingredients stored in them

    5. A well-crafted chef's knife that’ll slice right through their tomatoes, without smooshing them in the process. Reviewers love that it's practical, beautiful, and super easy to wield.

    A knife on a cutting board next to a lime, steak, and rosemary

    6. A facial cleansing brush that will literally vibrate the dirt off of their face. It has a heated massage option (!!!) that can help to promote circulation and blood flow, too.

    A wet facial massage brush

    7. This hanging planter contraption that'll literally elevate the aesthetic of their house plants. It adjusts vertically and horizontally, so they can decide on the length of each hanging rod to space their planters out perfectly.

    A metal hanging contraption with three plants hanging off of it

    8. An insulated thermos they can bring along on morning hikes and other outdoor adventures. This thing is big, so they'll definitely be able to share it with their partner.

    A person holding the large Stanely thermos

    9. A sunrise alarm clock that'll gently wake them up by tricking their senses into thinking it’s light out, even if it isn’t. The crescendo of nature sounds and gradual brightening will replace the jarring ringtone they're probably using now.

    The light alarm clock shining with a warm light on a bedside table next to a succulent

    10. A trio of cement planter pots they can put their sweet baby succulents in. They're equipped with drainage holes and come with bamboo coasters to catch any leaks.

    Three cement pots of various sizes sitting on bamboo coasters

    11. A Bluetooth headband that'll work just like a set of headphones, except they can actually rest their head on their pillow while they use it. Reviewers say the sound doesn't leak, so the person next to them (like their snoozing partner) won't be able to hear their tunes.

    A person lying on their side while wearing the headband over their eyes

    12. An electric fabric shaver that'll remove rogue threads and lint from their pilling sweaters. They can use it on their furniture, too, to give their couch or rugs an instant refresh!

    13. A stylish stainless steel watering can that'll save them from throwing water at their plants with a mug. It's got a super long spout, which is great for fully saturating the actual soil and not damaging the limbs of their water-sensitive cacti.

    The stainless steel watering can with a long spout on a table next to a plant

    14. A reusable notebook with pages they can wipe clean with a cloth. It's equipped with scanning codes they can use with a free app to transfer their handwritten notes to their phone or laptop, so they'll always have 'em saved.

    A person writing a grocery list on the pad

    15. A flexible phone stand that'll save them from constantly looking down. They just have to clip it onto the edge of their desk or nightstand, and ta-da! Sweet, sweet neck relief.

    The flexible phone stand clipped onto a bedside table

    16. This scratch-off movie bucket list that'll give them 100 films to work through. It's full of hits, from The Goonies to Pulp Fiction, which should give them enough variety to satisfy their taste.

    The scratch-off movie poster showing 100 different movies that have been scratched off

    17. A pair of luxurious reading socks, because you know how icy their toes always get. They're so cozy, you'll probably end up getting a pair for yourself, too!

    A person wearing the thick-knit socks

    18. An essential oil diffuser that'll help them find their inner zen. It'll revitalize the air around them for up to seven hours and let them explore the benefits of aromatherapy with scented oils.

    The air diffuser on a desk in a bright room glowing a soft orange colour while shooting mist out of the top

    19. A trio of lotion sticks that'll save their dry and cracked hands when they're on the go. They're packed with organic shea butter and vitamin E, so they can start reversing the damage inflicted by constantly washing and sanitizing.

    A person using the lotion stick on their elbow

    20. A label maker that'll help them keep track of their stuff. They can also use it to mark their meal prep containers, so they'll always know what leftovers are in their fridge.

    21. A spray bottle to help keep their humidity-hungry plants happy all year round. It's chic enough to look like a piece of decor on their coffee table or windowsill, too.

    A plant misting bottle

    22. A pair of wine glasses that'll give them an elevated drinking experience while they crush a bottle of Chardonnay with their roommate.

    Two glasses of wine on a marble counter

    23. A copy of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking that'll inspire them to experiment with new ingredients. It includes a combination of recipes and theory, so it'll give them a deeper understanding of why things taste the way they do.

    The cover of Salt Fat Acid Heat by Samin Nosrat

    24. A matte French press that'll serve up their daily cup of Joe in style. It'll strain their coffee through three reusable filters, so they won't end up with grounds in their mug.

    A matte french press on a cutting board

    25. A set of earth-toned coasters that'll save their desk from condensation ring stains and burns. They're made out of cork, so they can put them in their compost when they've (eventually) reached the end of their days.

    Four coasters on a table, one with a cute mug of coffee sitting on top

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