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1. A pair of wireless earbuds since these are pretty much just as good as AirPods, and heck, maybe even better! Unlike AirPods, these are waterproof and only a mere fraction of the cost (although that last bit can be our little secret)!
2. A set of dino ice pop molds for a ~cool~ way to make snack time more fun. Kids will love them...but so will adults.
3. A Saucemoto dip clip because their life will be forever changed by this genius invention. It attaches to the car vent to hold your ketchup and other sauces perfectly flat...meaning they can enjoy those nuggets and french fries in the car without making a mess!! 😩
4. A carbonated clay mask for anyone who wants to clear their pores and eliminate pesky blackheads while also transforming into one of those adorable trolls from Frozen. I give you all my full permission to break out into song and dance.
5. A super fun, super silly card game that'll have them and everyone else laughing hysterically no matter how old! The rules are simple: slap the card when there's a match between the word on the card and a spoken word — but be warned! Your mind will play tricks on you!
6. A Bluetooth headband here to become the new BFF of side-sleepers who need music or white noise to fall asleep. This is a comfier solution, as opposed to earbuds, and it's also great for running outdoors in cold weather!
7. An adorable set of six macaron cases for some cute, fun, and versatile storage containers — they can be used for jewelry, pills and medication, or maybe even some snacks!
8. A sunrise alarm clock so they can gradually awaken to a warm, glowing light even if it's still dark and depressing outside. Plus, it works in reverse to help them fall asleep, too!
9. A nylon water-resistant duffel bag because it's super duper spacious yet still lightweight and compact — it's even small enough to be a carry-on. Whether they need a bag for gym trips or weekend getaways, this beauty fits the bill.
10. A *crab-tastic* silicone spoon holder that clips to the pot lid and quite literally pinches the utensil in place with its cute little claws! Yep, this is a need not a want.
11. A stylish satin-lined knit beanie so they never have to worry about damaging their hair (or having even messier "hat hair") while wearing a hat! This will keep their noggin nice 'n' toasty and protect their luscious locks at the same time.
12. A bottle of Mike's chile-infused hot honey to add a kick of sweetness and a touch of heat to their culinary creations. Things reviewers love it with: fruit salad, burgers, french toast, chicken, and...coffee??
13. A bendy travel pillow that they can twist it into the most comfortable shape/supportive position for them, because last time I checked, most other travel pillows don't really give many options.
Promising review: "I’m a flight attendant and I travel with this pillow all the time! In hotel rooms I use it to support my neck, on the plane I use it to support my lumbar area. When I drive it helps my lower back. I love that it has a liner that can be removed to wash. I bought my boyfriend one too and it goes everywhere we do!" —Debbie
Price: $24.99 (available in eight colors)
14. A Silly Poopy's Hide & Seek toy to keep the kids busy and laughing as they search for this fake rainbow-colored poo — it yells out "yoo-hoo" and gives other hysterical clues about its hiding place, which will have anyone who loves toilet humor practically in tears.
15. A pack of Crayola Globbles for little mischief-makers who love to run around and throw things (all kids?). According to reviewers, these sticky globs don't leave any sort of residue on walls or ceilings. Hallelujah!
16. A wooden puzzle since it's basically like a hands-on, IRL version of Tetris instead, which just might even convince them to take a break from the screens.
17. A contoured sleeping mask that comfortably molds to the face for complete blackout and utter relaxation. It's great for the traveler on your list or anyone who likes to indulge in an afternoon nap or two.
Plus, it comes with a set of earplugs to block out all the noise around you!
Promising review: "This is an essential travel item for me. I purchased to use for travel. Best sleep on a flight I’ve EVER had. It helps me zone out. Loaned them to my daughter for her trip to Hawaii. She can NEVER fall asleep on flights but, with these, she slept like a baby! Adjustable and lightweight. Carrying bag can easily be dropped into travel tote or carry-on luggage." —Sharee A. Armstrong
Price: $21.99 (available in five colors)
18. A guided journal called Burn After Writing filled with self-reflective questions and thought experiments to help the writer get more in touch with their thoughts and feelings, which is much more productive than turning to social media instead.
Promising review: "I first saw this book on TikTok and decided to look more into it. I purchased four total because I know some people holding onto things that are difficult to let go of. It’s a great way to look at things from a different perspective and truly hold yourself accountable to different things in your life. I love what it stands for and I look forward to when I burn mine after I’m done. Self love, self care, and meditation for a better state of mind tomorrow is always the goal. I definitely recommend it to those susceptible to change and the willingness to try things different. You’re so much more than what’s been done to you and someone’s inability to see your worth does not decrease your value. Choose you for a change." —Brent Helm
Price: $7.32
19. A pack of snail tea bag holders since these little cuties make snuggling up with a cup of tea even more fun, especially since they keep that string from annoyingly slipping into the drink.
20. A two-pack of Dan-O's Seasoning (one original, one spicy) because this cult-favorite won't disappoint. It adds a powerful kick of (low sodium) flavor to eggs, veggies, grilled meats, and whatever else your taste buds can dream up.
Established in 2017, Dan O's seasoning is a small business that quickly rose to fame on TikTok during the pandemic.
Promising review: "I became interested in this product while watching TikToks. I have been adding it to so many things. I use it in spaghetti, on fish, and one of my favorites is to add it to popcorn. My husband had to ask why my popcorn smelled like steak. I love the fact that it is low sodium as well. I am not a fan of extra salt and most foods already have plenty of salt but need some seasoning. This should be your go-to seasoning." —Heartcri
Price: $13.96
21. A screaming goat if they could use a little friend on their desk — a friend who lets out a little shriek whenever they touch it. Screaming in the workplace, frowned upon. Clever little goat figuring screaming in the workplace, hilarious and appropriate.
22. A Dracula garlic mincer, more affectionately known as ~Gracula~, for the chef on your list. This is sure to make them smile anytime they vant to crush some garlic.
23. A pair of GeoSafari kid binoculars for the young and inquisitive nature explorers. Now they can get up close and personal with all the wonders of the outside world without having to get, well, too close and personal.
Promising review: "I bought two of these as gifts. If your child likes the outdoors or looking for bugs anything like that, then these are a must-buy. The children I gifted these to loved them and used them right away. They're a nice color, durable, and easy for little hands to hold." —melissa
Price: $14.99
24. A purring sloth pillow — yes, that's right! It gives off a gentle purr sound whenever it's touched, which is perfect for soothing anxious kitties (and perhaps even anxious humans).
25. A pair of crystal prism pendants since they'll catch and refract the sun's rays to create a mesmerizing rainbow pattern throughout the room. Basically, they're like little magical orbs, aka the perfect gift when you can't think of anything else!
26. A set of colored fine-point pens if they're all about ~aesthetic~ note-taking and journaling (or doodling). You know they've been dreaming about color coding their planner, and now they finally can!
27. A pair of puffer fish dryer buddies because they'll help keep heavy clothes and linens separated, thereby reducing drying time (so it won't take, say, two or three runs to dry the towels). PLUS, they're super cute. Anything that makes the chore of doing laundry a tad more fun is worth it, IMO.
28. A super snuggly pet bed featuring heat-reflecting technology — basically, your furbaby's body heat creates a cozy cocoon for them to nap in, which you already know they're gonna love.
29. A cold brew coffee maker if they like their coffee cold and strong but are sick of spending $5+ every morning at the local coffee shop. With this, they can quickly whip up their own cup and get a head start on their day!
30. A pair of glowing lightsaber chopsticks to help them use the force as they enjoy their sushi rolls and other takeout.
Check out a TikTok of the light saber chopsticks in action.
BuzzFeed editor Emma Lord loves these: "As you can see from the above GIF, I bought these for myself, and I love them to pieces. TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force."
Promising review: "The chopsticks are very durable, and the glow is bright. They're a bit bigger that I expected — but very pleased nonetheless with the product because it serves the purpose and is entertaining for kids, right up to adult Star Wars nerds. It also made the perfect gift for my fellow Star Wars nerds. I've been too busy playing with them rather than using them to eat food — but hopefully that will eventually happen before the batteries need changing." —Anthony
Price: $11.97
31. A Love Lingual card game for a fun and unique way to get closer to your partner, whether you've been dating for days or decades. Each of the 150 cards features questions in five categories (family, intimacy, couple, individual, past, and present), all designed to help you reach new levels of intimacy.
32. A two-pack of satin pillowcases to help them get that *beauty rest*. For real! The luxurious silky material helps to prevent hair damage and frizz and to reduce skin breakouts and acne.
33. A five-pack of Monkey Noodle fidget toys for some fun sensory and tactile stimulation. These silly colored noodles can stretch up to eight feet long and will bounce right back to their original shape every time!
Promising review: "I bought these toys for my 3-year-old who is on the spectrum. I figured these would be like every other toy we have bought him to date: he plays with them for anywhere from 1 hour to 2–3 days and then never touches it again.
I took these out of the package and not only did HE go nuts about them, but so did my five other kiddos (ages 1–12)! We are one week in and so far, NONE of them have tired of playing with them.
My ASD little one carries them with him everywhere he goes! They work wonders for helping him work out his extra energetic while also giving him the sensory input he so desperately needs!
I never thought I would honestly be emotionally writing a review about a thing called Monkey Noodles 😄 but I seriously love these things!" —GodFearinMama
Price: $8.99
34. A pound of cereal marshmallows because you very clearly recall them having a super strong preference for the marshmallows in Lucky Charms and know it was secretly their biggest desire to fill the bowl only with marshmallows — well, now they can.
35. A tin of Cadbury hot chocolate to mix with some warm milk for a rich, luxurious, and creamy cocoa beverage. Switch it up from the usual gift of chocolate truffles and give 'em some liquid chocolate this time!
Promising review: "We drink this almost nightly and we do it year-round. When I die, cremate me and put me in a Cadbury Drinking Chocolate tin." —Majombaszo
Price: $4.96
36. An all-natural foot soak so they can give their sore, achy feet some TLC. The formula of Epsom salt, sea salt, and pure essential oils, including tea tree and peppermint, works to reduce itchiness, burning, odor, dry skin, and callouses, and can even help with healing damaged or infected toenails.
37. A jar of chili onion crisp bursting with so much umami flavor and savory spices they'll quickly understand why folks add a heaping spoonful (or two or three) to just about every dish they make. Sure, the other condiments are great, but this one is divine. 🤤
Fly By Jing is an Asian woman-owned business that specializes in sauces, dumplings, and spices.
Check out a TikTok of the chili crisp in action.
Here's what BuzzFeeder Britt Ross says about this chili crisp: "Ever since my sister introduced me to this life-changing condiment, I've slathered it on pretty much everything I could think of — from roasted vegetables and noodles to seafood and popcorn. It's got a kick, yes, and while I'm a big fan of spicy food, the thing I love most about this chili crisp is that it also has great flavor that doesn't get overpowered by the heat, which happens with so many other spicy sauces. That deep savory flavor comes from ingredients like fermented black bean, shallots, mushroom powder, ginger, and seaweed, so it's no wonder it's become my go-to pantry staple when I want to zhuzh up my dinner. PS: Some people even swear by it as an ice cream topping!"
Price: $14.99 (available in three sizes and an extra spicy version)
38. A rainbow scratch paper art set to inspire colorful and creative doodling for folks of all ages! I don't know about you, but I used to love these and lowkey wouldn't mind make some new sketches every now and then.
39. A desktop wacky waving inflatable tube man complete with the wild flailing arms and everything. No doubt about it — this will bring a smile and chuckle to their face even during the most stressful of days.
40. The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook for the die-hard Disney fans who would live at Disney World if they could. At least with this, they can whip up some of their fave park specialties, like classic Dole Whip and Mickey pretzels.
41. A shiny metallic lunar garland to add a touch of dreamy celestial decor to the empty space on their wall.
Base Roots is a woman-owned home decor shop that, in addition to their wall hangings, makes fun mushroom and body vases as well!
Promising review: "I'm an incoming freshman this fall and I bought this to add some personality to my dorm. It has beyond exceeded my expectations! I placed it directly on top of my dorm bed as shown in the display photos and am so pleased with how it looks. It fits perfectly with the grey/white color scheme I was going for and have received numerous compliments from both my friends and RAs when they've visited. I cannot stress enough how much of an 'aesthetic feel' it adds to my dorm." —jhsgf
Price: $18.99 (available in gold or silver, as well as in a banner style).
42. A Baby Yoda night light because they need this adorable Force-wielder to keep them safe at night. This is the way.
43. Murder Most Puzzling, a murder mystery book with 20 perplexing who-dun-its waiting to be solved by an expert sleuth such as your smarty pants gift recipient. Time for them to put those detective skills to the test!
44. Winky Lux Flower Balm, a stunning clear lipstick with an actual flower inside that gives a subtle pink tint and lots of moisture to your lips. Safe to say this will impress any beauty queens and kings.
45. A flopping fish cat toy because if your feline furbaby is anything like mine, they're gonna be OBSESSED. Not to mention, it's hilarious to watch them pounce and wrestle this flailing fish. 😂
46. A super bright bendy LED book light sure to be appreciated by any bookworm on your list, but especially those who stay up into the wee hours flipping pages and saying just one more chapter on repeat. Me, it's me. I'm that bookworm.
47. Me, You, Us, a creative activity book filled with fun prompts for you to complete with someone special in your life, whether that's a child, best friend, or romantic partner. Prepare to share in special moments together and make a lasting keepsake they (or you) will cherish for life.
48. An adorable silicone kitty desk lamp with seven colored lighting modes and adjustable brightness, all easily controlled by giving this lil' cutie a gentle touch or squeeze. Perfect to brighten up the desk during the day or the nightstand at night!
49. A What-I-Love-About-You book featuring fill-in-the-blank prompts on each page to help you describe all the reasons you love the special someone in your life. I can pretty much guarantee their heart will melt when they receive such a thoughtful and personal gift.
50. A robotic cat toy that moves on its own in an irregular pattern with an oh-so-tempting feather attachment dangling on top. Yeah, cats who simply cannot get enough of wand toys are gonna loooooove this.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.