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30 Cheap Gifts That'll Work For Your Friend, Cousin, Coworker, Or Anyone In Between

These gift ideas can work for multiple people left on your list...and they're all less than $30.

What a year! The holidays are finally here! And while we’re doing our best to make sure the products we feature will arrive in time, shipping times are especially tricky this year, so we suggest shopping as early as you can.

Stock and shipping times can vary depending on where you live, which product you purchase, and more. So order earlier than you think you need to and be sure to double-check the retailers’ websites for shipping information to ensure that your gift will arrive in time for when you need it.

1. A silver cuff with a hidden message perfect for a loved one who needs a little pick-me-up.

2. A felt letter board for the person who always has the cutest decor or posts the best quotes in their Instagram captions.

a reviewer's felt letter board on their porch with pumpkins

3. A stemless wineglass that'll make an a-meow-zing gift for any of your cat-loving colleagues.

a stemless wine glass with a cat on it that says "it's not really drinking alone if the cat is home"

4. An illuminating essential oil diffuser to give the gift of aromatherapy to anyone who would enjoy some soothing scents flowing through their home.

the humidifier, glowing purple and blue

5. A very honest "to do list" mug that'll surely make your friend or relative laugh. We're pretty sure it'll be their new favorite coffee cup!

white coffee mug that says: "To do list: 1. wake up 2. drink coffee 3. poop 4. be awesome"

6. Or a floral monogram mug so their morning cup of coffee can be an aesthetically pleasing experience.

7. A set of satin pillowcases, because they're a game changer for improving breakage, tangles, and frizz. Plus, they'll look nice and luxurious on anyone's bed. Gift a set of these to someone who recently got a new place or someone who loves a good beauty secret.

8. A variety box of tea including flavors such as earl grey, organic peppermint, green tea with jasmine, and more. Perfect for anyone who loves to start or end their day with a warm cup of tea. 🍵

the box of tea with eight different flavors

9. A ridiculously cute Groot flower pot for your friend who cried with you throughout Avengers: Endgame.

10. A 16-color toilet night-light so your loved one can pee in peace in the middle of the night without stubbing their toe or waking up their partner.

11. A bottle of Bliss lemon and sage body wash, because everyone likes to smell good! It'll hydrate and soften their skin with aloe leaf extract and glycerin. Plus, it's 100% vegan.

model reaching for the bottle of body wash

12. A pair of silicone face mask brushes guaranteed to benefit your friend who lives for a good face mask. These will help spread the mask evenly and minimize the mess.

13. The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook by Dinah Bucholz, a cookbook that'll allow the Potterhead on your list to properly dine like a witch/wizard at Hogwarts.

14. A highly rated microfiber hair towel that is honestly the best one I've ever used. It's thick, soft, and stays in place — perfect for helping their hair dry *fast* without the added heat. Plus, the microfiber material won't make their hair frizzy like regular towels do.

15. A pair of fleece-lined memory foam slippers to give to anyone who just loves to be cozy. They'll probably never want to take these things off.

reviewer wearing the slippers in red

16. A pack of 16 Dermal Korea collagen sheet masks for anyone on your list obsessed with skincare. The scents of these cult-favorite masks vary, but they each contain vitamin E and collagen to help make skin healthier, clearer, and more elastic (plus, they're mess-free).

17. A windproof inverted umbrella with a C-shaped handle, available in tons of beautiful designs that'll totally brighten up anyone's rainy day. This is a functional and clever gift that the receiver is sure to put to good use!

18. A tube of Glossier's Cloud Paint liquid blush for a bit of rosiness on their cheeks. It's super easy to apply and it'll add some dimension to their lovely face.

19. A Himalayan sea salt lamp to send your friend or relative some positive energy. This unique light fixture will fit with almost any home aesthetic and it's meant to have a zen, peaceful presence.

20. A simple and elegant faux-leather 2022 Lemome planner with a pen holder and inner pocket so they can easily have everything they need to keep their busy schedule in order at all times.

21. A scalp massager that'll help them feel super relaxed, as well as help them with blood flow and assist in removing any product residue that may be hiding in their scalp. (You might want to grab one for yourself too.)

the massager in teal with silicone bristles

22. A foot massager so the busybody on your list can give their dogs a rest after being on them all day long.

reviewer's foot on the small roller foot massager

23. A clip-on LED selfie light with three levels of brightness for the extra friend who is always trying to get the perfect Instagram shot.

24. A 12 oz. bottle of Mike's Hot Honey, because the foodie on your list will love to try this sweet-heat chili pepper-infused honey with their pizza, wings, tea, cocktails, and more! Plus, it's gluten-free.

the mikes hot honey being squeezed on pizza

25. A copy of Strange Planet by Nathan W Pyle, because it's full of funny, lighthearted comics that'll put a smile on almost anyone's face.

the cover of Strange Planet

26. A pair of humorous novelty socks that'll make a great gift for a bacon lover, wine lover, taco lover, and more. Basically, these are an adorable add-on or stocking stuffer for pretty much anyone on your list.

27. A Milk Makeup holographic highlighter stick that'll easily swipe on their cheeks, eyes, or lips for a very magical look. I mean, how could they not love this mermaid/alien/unicorn perfection?

28. A pretty zodiac trinket dish for storing their fave rings and other small accessories.

The cream-colored dish with lid, and inside is "Libra charming, diplomatic, idealistic"

29. A sleek French press coffee maker for the coffee snob who would MUCH rather make their own fresh brew than step foot in a Starbucks.

the heat-resistant glass french press with a stainless steal lid, handle, and filter screen

30. A Pikachu pint glass perfect for the Pokémon fan whose gotta catch 'em all — and by "all" I mean every single Pikachu novelty item they can get their hands on.

the yellow pikachu glass

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