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Hey! While we’re doing our best to make sure the products we feature will arrive in time for Christmas, shipping times are tricky and can vary depending on where you live, which product you purchase, and more. Unless noted otherwise, all of the products in this post are eligible for Amazon Prime free 2-day shipping, but we recommend shopping early and double checking shipping information to ensure that your gift will arrive in time for the 25th!
1. An Amazon-famous thickened down jacket they'll be extra grateful for whenever they have to leave their warm house and step outside into cold temps. This coat features large pockets, a sherpa-lined hood, and comes in an awesome array of colors.
Let's face it, cold weather szn is awful. BUT this jacket does make it a teensy bit better. I finally bought one for myself last year and I'm so glad I did. It's THICC!!! So warm, so cozy, and those pockets? Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique. Be sure to check out our Orolay down jacket review!
Promising review: "Very warm and cute. I am actually obsessed with this jacket. I stopped a woman on the street to asked her where she got hers. I immediately ordered one. I wasn't sure what size to get so I ordered the small and medium. I am smaller on the top so actually the small was better because I could open up the zippers on the side." —Susan Alexander
Price: $149.99+ (available in 13 colors and women's sizes XXS–5XL)
2. A 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle that contains 50 Easter eggs and features a fun magic trick at the end — this is the coolest puzzle ever.
Promising review: "Just got this puzzle for something to do at home over the holidays. Seriously...I have never seen a puzzle quite like this! It’s very impressive and exceeded my expectations already. The packaging is beautiful inside and out. Everything about it shouts quality. I particularly liked the envelopes inside for the puzzle pieces and mystery. Heavy weight and substantial. The one holding the 1,000 puzzle pieces stays closed with Velcro! How cool! And the secret mystery envelope has a cool string loop tie. Makes you remember you can’t open it until the puzzle is done. The whole vibe of The Mystic Maze is quality and fun, and also looks like a challenging puzzle. Looking forward to getting started on this. Certainly a good stay-home fun activity. Highly recommend!" —Kyle Fletcher
Price: $19.99
3. A pair of wireless Bluetooth earbuds — they're waterproof, come with multiple silicone earbuds so they can find their perfect size, and happen to be just as good as more expensive headphones on the market at a fraction of the cost (*cough AirPods cough*).
Promising review: "Best decision! These are the greatest headphones ever! I saw them on TikTok months ago and added them to my wishlist. I got a new phone that doesn't have the headphone port so I decided it was time to finally buy them. They are amazing and I probably won't ever take them out of my ears! 😂" —Katlyn D Arnold
Price: $22.99+ (available in five colors)
4. Or these Beats wireless headphones if earbuds just aren't their thing. These boast 40 hours of battery life, fine-tuned acoustics, and they're supremely comfy.
"I have these and use them just about every day at work — I like that they don't overheat my ears, and when we were in the office sometimes I'd forget I was in an open floor plan and just jam out with some ridiculous head-bobbing dancing." —Maitland Quitmeyer, BuzzFeed Editor
Promising reviews: "These headphones are amazing! The sound is great and clear, they get loud, noise canceling when music is playing, basically noise canceling even when music isn’t playing. They are comfortable except after a few hours of constant use they start to hurt your ears but that is like any over-ear headphones. The battery life also lasts soooo long, they are great headphones, I definitely recommend!" —Dixie Freeman
Price: $99+ (available in four colors)
5. A Jeopardy! desk calendar that features a new answer every single day — their job is to come up with the correct corresponding question.
"I bought the 2019 and 2020 and 2021 versions and L O V E D them all year long! I think this makes the EASIEST and BEST gift for just about anyone, whether it's an office gift swap or a stocking stuffer for that hard-to-shop-for person." —Maitland Quitmeyer, BuzzFeed Editor
Promising reviews: "My husband waits for me to get home from work so we can play tougher. He keeps track of the points we earn on paper. This was a great gift for him, as he loves Jeopardy!" —Sara jean
"I bought this for a Jeopardy fan for a holiday present. He is loving it. He calls almost every day to quiz me. It’s always great when you can find the right present and this definitely was it!" —Iris girl
Check out Maitland's full review of the Jeopardy desk calendar here!
Price: $15.29
6. Truff pasta sauce — a delicious fusion of fresh tomato goodness, rich truffle flavor, and *just* the right amount of heat to give their next pasta night the upgrade they deserve.
I'm a huge fan of Truff products — their hot sauces, spicy mayo, and olive oil are truly top-tier as a truffle fan. I was super excited when they sent me this pasta sauce to try a few months ago because you can't go wrong with truffle pasta. This stuff is SO GOOD. I love spicy food so I really enjoyed the arrabbiata. It had a perfect kick without being overly spicy — although I have a high spice tolerance so I can't say if that'll be the case for every palate. Not to fret if you don't like spice, because the pomodoro is equally delicious without any spice — just pure tomato/truffle deliciousness. These are such a yummy way to shake up the usual pasta in red sauce — 10/10 recommend!!!
Promising review: "Delicious! Don’t think about it, just order it, you’ll thank yourself later." —Ari
Price: $29.99 (available in three pack options)
7. A 23andMe+ premium membership bundle complete with the initial DNA kit along with a one year membership that'll grant them access to ongoing reports and DNA insights so they can learn more about their family's health history.**
**While these reports can provide useful info, it's best for them to speak with their doctor regarding any health concerns they have whether it be related to the DNA kit test results or otherwise.
Promising review: "Shipping and analysis time were quick — about two weeks from when I put the box in the mail. Lots of interesting info/results." —Will Spann
Price: $159
8. A knit beanie so great at keeping heads warm, even hat haters will be happy to receive this.
Promising review: "I order one for myself every year. They also make great presents because they’re just so iconic. Everybody can wear them. Good value for a well-made product." —Sean Honsinger
Price: $19.99 (available in 34 colors)
9. An ice cream counter play set that'll allow the little one in your life to run their very own sweet shop — what's better than scooping and serving up frozen deliciousness?
Promising review: "My newly turned 3-year-old daughter instantly fell in love with this set! She loves seeing how high she can stack the ice cream cones and pretending to serve Mom and Dad her creations. She's been obsessed with climbing things around the house and we *desperately* needed a distraction to get her to stop, and this is working so far — she plays with this thing for HOURS!" —West Family
Price: $30.49
10. A set of earrings featuring six pairs of gorg hoops you best believe will make the gift recipient shimmer when they walk in the room. ("Bejeweled" stans assemble!)
Promising review: "What I love most about these earrings is that they come in various sizes. They’re all different and unique. I use two pairs usually for my seconds and triples. They’re lightweight and come with extra back pieces in case you lose any." —Maggi Eighmy
Price: $16.99+ (available in two colors)
11. A paint by numbers kit even novice artists will get a kick out of — especially as we near hibernation szn.
Promising review: "This was a great pandemic purchase. I was able to pass many hours painting and at the end of it, I had pretty wall art! I was even able to easily fit them in my large suitcase when I moved abroad so I had more wall art to take with me and remember some good times." —H
Price: $11.79+ (available in six options)
12. A portable electric hand warmer their hands would thank you for if hands could speak.
Promising review: "This thing is amazing. It charges quickly, and it heats up quicker! I got this for my boyfriend who is always cold, and we ended up sharing it. I'm gonna buy one for myself, my mom, and whoever else needs one. Absolutely perfect." —AngerieRose
Price: $27.99+ (available in nine colors and in packs of two)
13. A mini portable projector to make it simple for them to enjoy a movie or binge-watch night from anywhere.
Promising review: "I came into the concept of getting my first projector with high hopes having had my last few televisions disappoint, and I can say sincerely that I’m blown away by how well this projector performs given it’s extremely compact size and super reasonable price. I’m getting great quality video on a scale larger than any television I’ve had before, and it’s super portable so you can take it outside or bring to friends' houses and etc. The audio is perfect for watching TV or playing video games at home, although if you’re planning any outdoor activities, I’d maybe recommend bringing another speaker (which I’d probably assume I’d have to do anyways with a projector this small). It looks sleek too and it’s super quiet. Highly recommend, this is basically everything I had hoped for in a projector!" —Maxson Taylor
Price: $69.99
14. A super cool crystal-growing kit for a fun way to combine learning science with an exciting activity.
Promising reviews: "My 6-year-old loved this. It's a great opportunity for hands-on science and teaching basic lab safety and techniques. We made one to two crystals at a time and improved our processes along the way. One batch we left for four weeks and they were a lot larger than the 7–10-day crystals so let some grow longer if your kids allow! Also, it comes with some sample gems and a small book on gems. My 6-year-old found it really interesting and brought the book and gems to school to share with her class. Great set. Highly recommend." —Sarah
Price: $29.99+ (available in two sizes)
15. A pair of fuzzy cross-band slippers they'll never wanna take off and we can't say we blame them. Just look at how comfy these babies look.
Promising review: "Love these slippers! Not only are they cute but they are super comfortable. With regular, fully enclosed slippers, my feet have always tended to get too hot. With these slippers, I never have that problem, because having part of my foot out tends to help with temperature regulation of my feet. If you have similar issues, I highly recommend these slippers!" —Drakesta
Price: $22.99+ (available in 10 colors and women's sizes 5/6–9/10)
16. A pumpkin-flavored sauce for adding to beverages, baked goods, ice cream, or anything else their heart desires. Pumpkin spice season should last year-round.
Promising review: "Nailed it! This is the perfect syrup (yeah, I know it's technically called a sauce) for making pumpkin spice lattes. Look no further. This is what you need. After trying another brand's syrup and being terribly disappointed, I decided to try this based on reviews...and BAM! This is the one! Tastes similar to what coffeehouses use to make their pumpkin spice lattes, which is exactly what I've been looking for. Love it!" —TravlGrl
Price: $9.73
17. A massage gun that'll finally allow them to call the personal masseuse they never had and tell them it's over.
Promising review: "I have other products by them that have worked well so I felt pretty good about it. I’m SO glad I did! It performs even better than I expected. It’s very powerful and adjusts on many levels and attachments for a wide variety of applications. The other night I used it before bed on my shoulders for a boxing workout the next morning. I can absolutely feel the difference! The pain was minimized to be able to perform much better. The convenience of having one around whenever I need it vs having to go to the gym to use one is definitely worth the price tag, even though it’s cheaper than its competitors! It even comes with a carrying case for travel. I am happy with my purchase and thank you, RENPHO, for another well-made product!" —Charming
Price: $99.99+ (available in three styles)
18. A set of TikTok-famous blending sponges for some seriously smooth makeup application. If you wear makeup, might as well treat yourself to a set, too!
Check them out on TikTok here!
Promising reviews: "Don't hesitate just buy these. I was using the Real Technique sponges for years and I bought these on a whim after seeing several TikToks praising these. I love these sponges and the price. I apply liquid foundation with a damp sponge and these work better than Real Techniques. They are dense but soft and 'bouncy.' I wash mine between each use and these hold up very well and much better than the RT. Very happy with my purchase and the price. Will definitely continue to buy." —chris
"I love these makeup sponges. I am new to makeup and still learning, and these sponges are great for blending. I only use liquid concealer and foundation, and the Beakey makeup sponges blend my makeup products perfectly. They are a pretty good size, too. I use the pointy part for under my eyes and other hard-to-reach places." —DayLovesU
Price: $9.99 for five sponges (available in nine color combinations)
19. A car dip clip that'll come in handy during road trip meal breaks in the fast food parking lot.
Promising review: "Very useful! I love that the cup is removable so if you have one of those giant Chick-fil-A ketchup cups, it can sit within the holder without the added cup, but a smaller sauce like from Wendy’s can sit inside the additional cup so it won’t fall through." —catherine
Price: $10.95 (available in three colors)
20. A set of adorable cat mochi toys — these are a great option to add to stockings or give out as little party favors at holiday gatherings.
21. And while we're talking about cute cat ~thingz~, these gel pens are purr-fect for all their note-taking needs.
Promising review: "These adorable pens are a hoot! I can now ensure the pen thieves stay away from my desk. The point is very fine. It writes smoothly with black ink. The colors and the tiny faces are too cute. My favorite part is the little tail on the cap." —Bonnie
Price: $11.99 for a pack of eight
22. Burn After Writing, a journal filled with prompts and thought-provoking questions to help them spend more time self-reflecting and less time overthinking silly nonsense. When finished, they can hide it, throw it away, or better...burn it.
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/paperback or $18.99/sprial-bound
23. A hydrating lip oil formulated with apple water for moisturizing, softening, and sloughing away dead skin on their lips.
Promising review: "I can't remember who first told me about this lip oil, but it seemed like the perfect solution to my multiyear search of trying to find a lip product that enhanced my natural lip color while keeping my lips moisturized. It's not too sticky and lasts longer than a typical 'gloss.' It's a fairly small bottle, but that also makes it great to keep in a wristlet. The appleberry is also sheer enough to pair over a lip crayon or lip liner." —Sammi Cone
Price: $9.90
24. A 3-in-1 Lego dino toy they'll have so much fun transforming into a Pterodactyl, a Triceratops, and a T-Rex. Which one will they choose first?!
Promising reviews: "I purchased this for my 8-year-old son and his eyes lit up since he loves dinosaurs. It can be constructed into three different builds and keep him busy for hours. He loves it and it's low price point makes it a great option for an affordable lego gift." —Anthony T.
"Fantastic Lego set! Simple enough for kids to do with very little help but difficult enough to keep them busy for hours assembling it and playing with it afterward! I also love the fact that they can take it apart and choose to build another model as it comes with three instruction booklets." —SR
Price: $11.99
25. A laser star projector to help make any room they put this in super ~vibey~. Plus, it can all be controlled through an app!
Promising review: "I honestly didn't expect it to look anything like the pictures because I've purchased similar products in the past and have been disappointed. This showed up very quickly — packaging was good. Easy to unpack and set up. My 8-year-old was ecstatic when he saw it on the ceiling. We have had it on every night since getting it. Looks beautiful. Created a very soothing, relaxing atmosphere." —Tara Macnamara
Price: $33.23
26. A conversation starter card game for couples that'll be a sure hit on their next date night. The cards are split into five topics: family, intimacy, couple, individual, and past and future. It's a great way for them to get to know each on a deeper level, no matter how long they've been together.
Promising review: "Got this for my husband for our anniversary this year and we absolutely love these cards! They provoke such good, deep, loving, funny, and insightful conversations with your partner. We like to answer a couple each night at dinner!" —Celest Rayanne
Price: $24.95 (available in two levels)
27. Sleep headphones to get the person who wouldn't dream of attempting to get shut eye without the sounds from their favorite Spotify sleep playlist lulling them into a deep slumber. These are also great to get the runner in your life who just wants to listen to Taylor Swift without the looming threat of their earbuds falling out of their ears.
Promising review: "I saw these on TikTok and since I have so much trouble finding quality headphones I decided to try them. I’m very happy with the sound quality and comfort of these. I’m able to fall asleep to my music or podcast without having to limit myself to sleeping on my back or losing an ear bud in my bed in the middle of the night. It makes working out easier as well. The value is worth the quality. I would recommend." —Thunder Muffin
Price: $19.99 (available in 14 styles)
28. A set of bath bombs so they can unwind in the best possible way — with a super relaxing bath, of course!
Promising review: "Bought these for my girlfriend and she said they are BETTER then Lush's bath bombs. We used one together and they smell great, leave your skin smooth, and most do not contain glitter. These bombs are a little bit smaller than Lush bombs but there was no difference in terms of color, scent, or skin softening. You could put Lush on this box and not even recognize a difference. These are quality bombs, if you are looking for a gift for someone or looking to use bath bombs yourself, buy these, you will not regret it." —Amazon Customer
Price: $22.78 for a set of 12
29. And if getting in the tub is not their thing, these steamers are like bath bombs but for their...you guessed it...shower!
30. A book of The New York Times crossword puzzles they'll find start off easy and get tougher as they make their way through the book. By the end, they're sure to become a crossword pro!
Promising review: "This puzzle book is perfect. I took it on a plane and was able to complete multiple puzzles before we landed. I am not Einstein, but it wasn't too hard or too easy. I would def buy another one." —Whenpigsflyaway
Price: $9.99
31. A mystical flame colorant for upping their bonfire game — orange flames are sooooo last year. Rainbow flames? The future is here ppl!!!
Promising review: "Mystical Fire Colorant is amazing. For a really fun experience, get some of these for your next camping trip. As if a campfire needs improvement...but this stuff is really neat. I'd say the adults love it even more than the kids. We only used one packet, and the colors were so good — seems like they lasted at least 20 minutes. There was even color left in the ashes the next day. We will never go camping again without several packs of Mystical Fire on hand." —TeNe
Price: $7.50 for six packets
32. A tin of Cadbury drinking chocolate that might just make the best darn cup of hot chocolate they've EVER had. BRB, ordering a tin for myself.
Promising review: "We've had this product before, but this is our first time ordering from Amazon at a terrific price — including shipping from UK. This is the absolute best hot chocolate drink — don't waste your money on the commercial brands sold in the supermarkets. Again, absolutely fantastic." —P. Dytrych
Price: $15
33. 642 Tiny Things to Draw, a book filled with, yup, 642 small drawing prompts to get their creative doodling juices flowing.
Promising review: "I am not an artist but this is fun! I keep it on my nightstand along with some sketch pencils and draw when winding down for the night. Yes, some of the prompts are a bit odd but I just go with it. Sort of tests the imagination! My 10-year-old granddaughter loves it too." —Amazon Customer
Price: $9.95
34. A bourbon lip balm anyone who's a fan of this whiskey spirit is gonna be happy to receive. Talk about a unique gift.
The Little Flower Soap Co is a couple-owned small biz based in Michigan that sells small batch body care products.
Promising review: "Because you’re wondering: Yes, a nice, smooth bourbon smell and taste. Not overpowering. This isn’t lip *gloss* for a junior high schooler. It’s lip balm. For grownups. As for the balm part, so far it seems quite moisturizing without being oily. I’m glad I ordered four at once." —C. Romeo
Price: $6.25
*Just a heads-up, this isn't eligible for Amazon Prime free shipping. It's still slated to arrive in time for Christmas, but you ~may~ want to allow yourself a week to guarantee on-time delivery.
35. Subpar Parks, a hilarious book filled with not-so-great (but funny) reviews from visitors of America's most treasured national parks that'll def make them laugh.
Promising review: "I give 1 star…hardcover is too hard. Just kidding! I give this 5 stars. Without a doubt, this is my favorite coffee table book and surprisingly also super educational. Perfect combination of sassy and informative while poking fun at 1-star reviews of some amazing national parks. I love, love all the added educational snippets along with the review illustrations. And Amber’s writing style is so personal and relatable I feel like we could be friends. Such a fun book, so worth the buy!" —Anna
Price: $13.99/Kindle, $21.49/hardcover, and $28.55/spiral-bound
36. And last, but certainly not least, a screaming goat book and figure bound to become their new favorite little companion. It'll be there for them whenever you need to just let out some stressful energy.
Check out our write-up of this must-have screaming goat!
Promising review: "This little piece of screaming plastic has created an excellent outlet for resolving frustrations in our home. Every time a conflict or struggle arises we push the little goat, get a gratifying screech, chuckle and move on throughout our day. No regrets on purchasing this. When you get one, get four or five because you're going to want to share with family and friends." —Ashley
Price: $8.49
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