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The holidays are fast approaching — in a week, to be exact. It’s time to cross names off your gift-giving list, including those hard-to-shop-fors, like the teens and tweens in your life. To help you (and your wallet) out, I’ve gone through and found the best deals on giftable beauty, gadgets, toys, and more. And to make the whole process easier, I’ve sorted everything by price.
As for shipping, you can get all of these gifts by Tuesday, December 24, but only if you order very soon (like, today). And if you want more ideas, we’ve got gift ideas for every type of person, or you can try asking the Strategist Gift Scout.
Update on December 22, 2024: Removed gifts that won’t arrive by Christmas and aren’t available for in-store pickup; updated prices and checked stock for all other products.
Gifts under $25
Curly-haired teens and tweens put us onto this wet brush that detangles without hurting.
For the tween or teen who’s new to skin care, this set comes with everything they need to start a routine.
[Editor’s note: This won’t deliver before Christmas but is available for in-store pickup.]
And if she’s on the beauty side of TikTok, she’ll recognize this bubble headband.
[Editor’s note: Pick this up in-store to get it in time for Christmas.]
This pack of fabric paint was recommended to us for painting, scrapbooking, and adding personalized touches to clothes.
An easy (and cheap!) way to transform her room with lights and photos with her besties.
Teen boys were specific about their hoodies: no drawstrings, no logos. This fits the bill and is very well-priced.
[Editor’s note: Pick this hoodie up in-store to get it in time for Christmas.]
Gifts under $50
For the teen boy who’s newly into fragrances, this is the most viral scent on TikTok.
A cute, simple everyday necklace for under $40.
The entire collection of tween classic Judy Blume novels is just over $30.
This record player doubles as room décor and is easy to set up. It has built-in speakers and Bluetooth connectivity so they can use it with other devices.
Gifts under $100
Also a little over $50: the Lionel Messi jersey tween boys have on their wish lists.
A practical choice for any teen who wants to keep tabs on their keys, purse, or backpack.
LoveShackFancy’s covetable coquette-style décor is usually pricey, but this sheet set is on sale in the flannel material.
The North Face’s Jester bag is the teen-boy backpack at the moment. I was able to find the red colorway on sale over at Scheels.
[Editor’s note: Use in-store pickup to get this backpack in time for Christmas.]
Teen-boy-approved New Balance 550s are selling out quick. This specific colorway is still available in most sizes and deeply discounted for now.
[Editor’s note: Use express shipping to receive in time for Christmas.]
I found a couple of tech and gaming sales, including one on the Verge’s top versatile Switch controller pick.
Our best overall Bluetooth speaker is also on sale. It’s durable, loud, and easy to pair.
[Editor’s note: This item might arrive after Christmas, depending on your location.]
And this wireless gaming headset is one of our favorites, because it’s compatible with the Switch, PS4, PC, and Android phones, has a 20-hour battery life, and has adjustable EQ settings.
Gifts under $250
This Ninja ice-cream-maker made its rounds on TikTok this year and, consequently, the top of teens’ wish lists. Walmart has an especially good price on the buzzy appliance right now.
[Editor’s note: Use in-store pickup to get this ice-cream-maker in time for Christmas.]
Over $250
For the budding content creator, consider this Sony camera. Lots of teens name-dropped it, adding that their favorite TikTokers and YouTubers use this exact model.
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