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1. Six pairs of trendy gold-plated earrings so they'll have a fresh option to wear (almost) every day of the week.
2. A hydrating Laneige lip mask that'll keep their lips nice 'n' soft throughout the winter months when they tend to get dry and cracked.
3. A set of nostalgic NES cartridge coasters sure to bring your giftee back to simple childhood days when they spent hourssss playing Super Mario Bros. and Donkey Kong in their mom's basement.
4. A pair of Beats Fit Pro x Kim Kardashian earbuds so your reality TV-obsessed loved one can *~keep up~* with their fave programming even if they're stuck on the subway.
5. A pair of prism spectacles for the recipient who always has a boatload of work to get done but just can't drag themselves out of bed... Now, they can still clock in or finish that essay they've been dragging their feet on without even sitting upright.
6. A set of matte hair clips if your giftee has gone all in (read: ALL IN) on Gen Z fashion.
7. An initial pendant on a box chain if they want to keep their boo close at heart. Or, actually, their dog ā I'd probably want one for my dog.
8. A strawberry Pocky AirPod case that's not only an *incredibly* perfect shade of pink, but also functionally sound as it makes it much easier to track down their headphones in the black hole that is their errand-running tote bag.
9. A set of satin pillowcases that not only have a cooling effect, but are soft on their skin and create less friction so their hair won't get as tangled while they sleep.
10. An electric lighter that's rechargeable, portable, and windproof! Since it has a flexible neck, it's also much easier to use when their candle gets down to the very bottom.
11. A bottle of plant-based cuticle oil if their nails have been hurting from recent cold weather. The natural formula hydrates dry skin and strengthens nails so they can work on growing them out, if that's something they've always dreamt of doing!
12. A handheld milk frother with a faux-wood or -marble finish that does cartwheels around its plain plastic competitors. No moving this gadget out of frame when they take an aesthetic IG shot!
13. A pair of trendy sunnies that look like Ray-Bans but will run you way, way less. š
14. AĀ veggie peelerĀ shaped like a gigantic pencil sharpener because while your giftee may be in their 20s or 30s now, this silly gadget will be one of the only things capable of convincing them to eat carrots.Ā
Check it out on TikTokĀ here!Ā
Promising review: "Silly gadget, but my son LOVES carrots and recently discovered the joy of cooking. Heās been perfecting carrot roses and now is willing to eat salads! Worth the money for that alone. I like the leaker side. I hate all the peelers Iāve ever bought because they fall apart while using. This one works and stays together pretty well." āKristin
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazonās full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $13.90+Ā (available in packs of one or two).
15. A cutesy keyboard cap for any of your cat-obsessed acquaintances who've been working from home for ā ohhhh, THREE YEARS NOW?! It has squishy lil' toe beans they can boop whenever they hit esc, option, or whatever other key they use most often.
16. A tube ofĀ Essence's Lash Princess MascaraĀ which will give them a falsies-level look for less than 5 bucks. It seems questionable, I know, but for confirmation you need only to look at the 213,000+ 5-star reviews!!
BuzzFeed editor Kayla Boyd tried this out and raves:Ā
"As someone who isn't a big fan of false lashes (the glue irritates my eyes and I'm terrible at applying them) this budget-friendly holy grail does the trick for both lengthening and volumizing my lashes. After you've given it a minute to dry, it lasts all day long and doesn't smudge or fade. It seriously gives the effect of false lashes without the discomfort."
Promising review: "After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I canāt stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour workday right to the gym and sweat like wild...and this stuff doesnāt budge! I love it!!" āCarrie E Weikert
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon forĀ $4.99.
For more info and review pics, check out Kayla's full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review! You can also check out her review of the mascara on TikTok!
17. A set of fourĀ sheet fastenersĀ that are basically like suspenders for their mattress, because nothing ruins a morning like having the corner of your fitted sheet pop off as you roll over.
See them on TikTok here.Ā
Promising review: "I love these! Since I started using them my sheets havenāt popped off once and that used to be a multiple times a night problem because I toss and turn when I sleep. Thank you, TikTok!" āGabby
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.95+Ā (available in two sizes and three colors).Ā
18. AnĀ oil-absorbing volcanic face rollerĀ thatĀ works just like their go-to oil-blotting sheets but doesn't create any extra waste! They'll just roll the mattifying stick all over their T-zone (or anywhere else that gets greasy) and soak up excess oil.
AndĀ no, the volcanic roller doesn't mess up makeup!
Promising review: "This rolling device is like pure magic.Ā You simply roll it around your oily areas and BOOM the oil magically vanishes into the ball never to be seen again! This is an item that #tiktokmademebuy for sure! I saw a video on TikTok and immediately went on the hunt only to be disappointed that this item was sold out everywhere! I eventually got added to a waiting list here on Amazon and once they had it in stock again, they charged my card and sent it my way! If you have the chance to purchase this and you have oily skin, get yourself on the waiting list if you need to and just kick it until it shows up. You will be pleased. Thank me later. ;)" āVeronica Cooper
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon forĀ $14.49.
19. An $8 tube ofĀ Elizavecca Cer-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment which ā according to reviewers ā delivers results just as impressive as another brand that may or may not rhyme with ~PolaFlex.~Ā
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I saw this as a beauty recommendation on BuzzFeed as a dupe for Olaplex (which I had tried and wasn't blown away by) so I thought I would give it a try ā and I'm so thankful I did! My bleached and heat-damaged hair feels so soft, is more manageable, and looks healthier after each use. I agree with other reviewers that it seems like a big price tag for the size of the bottle, but a little bit does go a long way and it is so worth it. I wish it came in a larger size bottle so I didn't have to reorder so quickly." āCarly S. Whitson
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $7.70.
Former BuzzFeed Editor Bek O' Connell has this and loves it! Check out her full Elizavecca Protein Hair Treatment reviewĀ for more info.Ā
20. AĀ Korean exfoliating mittĀ to scrub away dead skin leaving them ready for a biggggg night in of applying their fake tanner. And if that's not their thing ā no worries ā it also helps unclog pores, prevent ingrown hairs, and eliminate bumps caused by keratosis pilaris.Ā
Promising review: "Right out of the box I could tell these mitts were going to be exactly what I needed. Excellent quality and easy to use! Iāve tried them twice already and my skin is now incredibly smooth! After I scrubbed my arm, I looked at the mitt and saw it was covered with dead skin cells. Iāll be buying more of these as gifts for girlfriends (in a fun spa gift basket)!" āDanielle Gill
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $5.23+Ā (available individually or as a pair).
21. AĀ tiny lil' cleaning ballĀ with a sticky interior that picks up lint, crumbs, dust, sand, and whatever else is floating around in that black hole they call a purse.Ā
Once it loses its stickiness, just wash it off with water, and it'll be good to go again! Check it out on TikTok here.Ā
Promising review:Ā "Best invention! I purchased after seeing it in a TikTok video, and it works soooo well in my purse." āWenhether
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three colors).Ā
22. A handy dandyĀ ice rollerĀ that'll not only feel INCREDIBLE after some time in the sun, but it alsoĀ shrinks pores, reduces puffiness and redness, and relieves general fatigue. Some reviewers even recommend using them for migraine relief, too!
Promising review: "I was in the habit of rolling a cold can of soda on my forehead to help with tension headaches and sinus pain but that was cumbersome and not always cold enough. This ice roller works so well to ease the pain from sinuses and tension. It froze very quick and I feltĀ instantĀ relief. The rolling motion even cleared my sinuses and I could breathe better right away. I love this. Would highly recommend." āDT
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $17.09+ (available in nine colors).
23. A Bluetooth-enabled eye mask so they can listen to white noise or the sweet, sweet sound of Cillian Murphy telling a "Sleep Story" ā in his trademark Cork brogue ā on the Calm app (highly suggest).
After a bout of pandemic-induced insomnia I picked up one of these USB-chargeable masks and can honestly say it was LIFE changing. If you're sensitive to light or sound, this mask is where it's at. The contoured, cool-to-the-touch eye pads are super cozy and extra padding on the bridge of the nose ensures no light seeps in. I was concerned about feeling the headphones through the mask and not being able to sleep in my usual position (mountain climber, the hands down comfiest position), but they really are unnoticeable. I can sleep through the night with it on and the Velcro straps have never once gotten stuck in my hair.
Promising review: "Currently I share a room with someone who HAS to sleep with the TV on ā not sure if itās for a night light or what, but it bugs me. They also sleep with it at an annoying volume. This means my dreams are interrupted by 4 a.m. music or commercials and it messes up my already messed up sleep cycle. Being over the constant arguing and back and forth about it, IĀ boughtĀ this and I LOVE IT!! The charge is great, they are super comfortable, and they fit comfortably over my head wrap that keeps my braids neat at night. If I play white noise or a sleep playlist, I fall asleep and donāt wake up a bunch in the middle of the night. It also helps with cutting down my nighttime phone boredom use. With the controls right on your forehead I donāt need to pick my phone back up to adjust the volume. It drowns out the TV enough that I can stay asleep with out having my dreams hijacked by infomercials but low enough that I can hear if my kids need me! Also no longer hear them snore or grind their teeth!!" āRhayvn
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+Ā (available in 13 colors).
24. AnĀ eyeliner stampĀ for those who LOVE the look of winged liner, but can't help but shake like a leaf when attempting to paint them on. Now, they can stamp 'em on and call it a day.
Check it out in action on TikTokĀ here!
Promising review:Ā "I was a littleĀ skepticalĀ this could actually work. I bought it because I was going to be in a wedding, and the makeup artist had to back out, so we all needed to do our own makeup! None of us are girls who are great at doing makeup. However, we wanted to try our best and gave this a shot to help glam up a little. We tested the stamping on our hands first to get the idea of pressure needed and after that, it was ridiculously easy to use. I'm a huge fan of it now, and one of the other girls plans to buy one for her own collection. It's super easy. However, it's not super water resistant, so don't cry but it was smudge and sweat resistant. I applied it at like 10 a.m. and lasted until I took my makeup off post-wedding at like 1 a.m. Love this product!" āKindle Customer
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get a set of two from Amazon forĀ $13.48+Ā (available in three styles).
25. A snack fork if their go-to midnight snack isn't peanut butter or Ben and Jerry's, but a crunchy, slippery lil' cornichon that's hard to wrangle with just their fingers.
Promising review: "Love this! Was not sure if it would end up being stuffed in a drawer or a novelty. Itās one of theĀ bestĀ thingsĀ I have purchased in a while. I purchased a second as a gift." āTammil
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
26. A silicone crab utensil holderĀ that'll triumphantly hold their spoon over its head so it doesn't melt on the side of their stove while they're cooking.Ā
Promising review: "Probably the coolest holder I have ever seen. Bought it for my wife and she loves it and thinks it's cute. I laugh when I look at it, just cool as all! Hangs on all of our pots and pans, stays cool. Easy to clean and looks awesome. Great addition to any kitchen. Works great, does exactly what it is intended to do!" āLogan E.
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $19.95Ā (also available in blue).
27. A Saucemoto dip clipĀ ready to hold the single most important part of any takeaway meal: CONDIMENTS. šš» With this resourceful car vent caddy, they'll never have to eat a dry road fry or nugget again!
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "This is the best invention ever! Iām a sauce queen and this allows me to have sauce in my car without wasting it! Whoever invented this knows my love language!" āQuintana
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get set of two from Amazon for $10.95+Ā (available in four colors and packs of 2, 4, and 6).
28. AĀ set of Olive & June press-on nailsĀ they can pop on in a matter of minutes so they don't have to drive to work with wet appendages or dig around for an MTA card without ruining their already rushed work.Ā
What's included: 42 press-on nails in 21 sizes, non-damaging glue, wooden cuticle pusher, 2-in-1 file and buffer, and prep pad.
Promising review: "I threw these in my cart last minute, and Iām so glad I did! Theyāre so simple and so cute. Theyāre so easy to apply too!!" āMeghann M.
Shipping info: Free standard shipping (5ā10-day delivery) on orders $45+.Ā
Expedited shipping (3ā7 days) is available for $15. See Olive & June's fulls shipping policy here.Ā
Get the set from Olive & June for $10 (and check out other designs here).Ā
29. A set of snail-shaped silicone tea holders so they no longer have to use your finger to fish their tea bag string out of ~boiling hot water~. These guys have it from here.
Promising review: "They are adorable!!!!! Really easy to use and work like a charm, I've given my friends some by sneaking them on their mugs and they have also been delighted! ššš" āHazel
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $6.87.
30. An Alleyoop Pen Pal which is ā¼ļø four ā¼ļø products in one and packed into a super nostalgic applicator that resembles a Bic ballpoint. The tiny but mighty gadget has everything they need to touch up their eyes, lips, brows, and high points with just a quarter of the products they'd usually need to rifle through their makeup bag to find.Ā
My BuzzFeed shopping colleague Jasmin Sandal has this and loves it. She says:
"I didn't realize I'd ever use a makeup product in my 20s that had the ability to transport me back to something I used in sixth grade, but here we are; and here I am using a multitool pen... for my face. I gotta say, I love the concept of the Pen Pal from Alleyoop! After using all of the functions (eyeliner, highlighter, lip liner, eyebrow pencil) and as someone who LOVES makeup but was applying as little as humanly possible during lockdown, I think itās a great tool for anyone looking to streamline their routine. It's ideal to use for touch-ups come the end of the work day, or a subtle, minimalist way to apply makeup in the a.m. The brow pencil is particularly soft and pigmented, and filled in my eyebrows quickly. I just adore the ease of application of each product, and appreciate the universal, does-it-all-for-you concept. Plus, it saves me so much room in my already overflowing makeup bag!"
Promising review: "Such a time saver to have this 4-in-1 tool! I use it daily and love that it is so compact." āLauren F.
Shipping info: Free standard shipping on all orders $40+. You can also select Expedited shipping at checkout for $9.95. See Alleyoop's full shipping policy here.Ā
Get it from Alleyoop for $25 (available in three shades).
31. A set of cactus-shaped dryer balls that'll reduce wrinkles, make their clothes softer, and catch all of the pet fur and fuzz that ā lint rollers be damned ā REFUSES to come off of their black sweaters.
32. A set ofĀ storage scrunchiesĀ so they can keep their cash money, lip balm, keys, and other small accessories nice and accessible while they're at the gym, running a quick errand, or otherwise avoiding having to carry a purse.Ā
See them on TikTokĀ here.Ā
Promising review: "I bought this because of someone on TikTok who had purchased this. Extremely convenient and cute! Theyāre very soft, and Iāve been using mine to hold cash and lip balm. I wish there were more colors!" āMichaela
Shipping info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping.Ā Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping informationĀ here).
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three color combinations).
33. A pair of LED light saber chopsticks sure to inspire a lil' food fight. Though I'm talking a fake one, of course, because sushi is too expensive for them to be throwing anywhere other than down their gullet.
34. A TonyMoly solid perfume stick that looks like a freakin' bunny and won't leak all over their stuff if they throw it in their purse or carry-on bag!
35. AĀ champagne stopper for those days when they're hanging out solo but would like a glass or two of bubbly. This way, they never have to waste a bottle or wait until they have company!
You can even mark the date you opened it on the top of the stopper!
BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer has firsthand experience saving her bubbly. In her own words:
"I love bubbles ā champs, cava, prosecco, sparkling rosĆ© ā they just know how to bring the party! But no one likes when sparkling wine goes flat, or you feel like you can't just have one or two glasses without ruining the whole bottle. So I went on Amazon and found the best champagne stopper I could find and immediately hit 'add to cart.' What a great purchase! This little bb is so easy to use ā just pop it on top of the bottle, push the metal sides in so it clamps on, then push the top button several times to vacuum seal and preserve the bubs. Then when you next want a glass, spritz, or mimosa, you'll hear that same *POP* you heard when first taking out the cork ā and the effervescence you so crave will be fully intact. Plus, you can confidently store your leftover bottle on its side in your fridge; I've had zero leakage problems with this thus far!"
Shipping Info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon Prime. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazonās full shipping informationĀ here).
Get it from Amazon for $12.97.
36. A set of reusable silicone strawsĀ that unfurl for easy cleaning so they don't have to run them under water and just hope for the best. (In my experience that's a surefire way to suck up some leftover soap...)
Promising review: "I never thought Iād be writing a review for straws, but here we are. These are FANTASTIC. I try to be as eco-friendly as possible but was ready to give up. Iāve tried metal straws, but they are tough to clean and I donāt love metal against my teeth. Iāve tried other reusable plastic and silicone options but they donāt work for thicker drinks like smoothies. These actually address all of my issues. Iāve used them for thick smoothies, that I drink daily, and just for other everyday drinks like water. They couldnāt be easier to snap open and clean, dry, then easily snap back into shape to use again." āM. Alexandria
Shipping Info:Ā Available onĀ Amazon PrimeĀ with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazonās full shipping informationĀ here).
Get a set of eight from Amazon forĀ $7.99+Ā (available in five styles).
37. And a four-pack of dissolvable soap sheets so they're never left giving their hands a water-only wash š± when they come across a soapless public restroom.
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.Ā