Gifts for Teen Girls

Ages 13 to 17

Teen girls tend to know exactly which brands are in and which are over, and that list changes faster than adults can keep up. The safest gifts are the everyday things she already uses, in the version she would not splurge on herself, plus one thing that leaves room for her own taste.

Under $25 7 ideas

  1. LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask

    The Korean overnight lip balm teens actually ask for. One small pot lasts months, and the berry version is the classic.

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  2. Burt's Bees Lip Balm Gift Set

    A handful of flavors to stash in every bag and coat pocket. Cheap enough to give a set to every girl in the house.

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  3. Kitsch Satin Pillowcase

    Satin is gentler on hair than cotton and cuts down on morning frizz. She would never buy it for herself, then won't sleep without it.

    Kitsch

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  4. Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set

    Curls her hair overnight with no hot tools, which is easier on hair and on the morning rush. Went viral for a reason.

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  5. Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)

    The Hunger Games prequel about Haymitch's Games. If she read the series, she will want this before the film comes out.

    Suzanne CollinsBook

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  6. Moleskine Classic Notebook, Hard Cover, Large

    A good notebook for journaling, sketching or class notes she cares about. Nice paper makes her want to use it, and it lies flat.

    Moleskine

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  7. Throw Throw Burrito

    A card game where players throw squishy burritos at each other. Great at sleepovers and with cousins who think they are too old for board games.

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Under $50 7 ideas

  1. Crocs Classic Clog

    Comfortable, washable and still everywhere at school. Add a few Jibbitz charms and she has something to personalize.

    Crocs

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  2. Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle 24 oz

    The bottle that lets her sip through the straw or tip it back, with a lid that locks closed in a backpack. Comes in a lot of colors, so ask which ones she already has.

    Owala

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  3. Squishmallows Original 16-Inch Plush

    Teens collect these more than younger kids do. The 16-inch size is big enough to hug but small enough to pile on a bed with the rest.

    Squishmallows

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  4. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Hair and Body Fragrance Mist

    A warm pistachio-caramel scent that is light enough for school. Many teens ask for this one by name.

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  5. JBL Go 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker

    Palm-sized, waterproof and much louder than a phone speaker. Good for getting ready in the morning or playing music at the pool.

    JBL

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  6. Ohuhu Alcohol Markers Dual Tips (Honolulu Series)

    Brush-tip markers that blend like the expensive art brands. A strong pick for the girl who doodles in every margin or draws fan art.

    Ohuhu

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  7. Apple Gift Card (Email Delivery)

    Covers apps, music, iCloud storage and accessories, so she can spend it on whatever is in right now. Arrives by email in minutes.

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Under $100 3 ideas

  1. Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera

    Instant prints for photo walls, scrapbooks and swapping with friends. Simple enough that every shot comes out, and it comes in pastel colors she can choose from.

    FujifilmAn experience

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  2. Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer

    Dries and styles at the same time, giving a blowout look in a fraction of the time. It has been a bestseller for years because it works on most hair types.

    Revlon

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  3. Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Nintendo Switch)

    A calm island-decorating game she can play for ten minutes or three hours. If she has a Switch and somehow does not own it, this is the one to get.

    Nintendo

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$100 and up 3 ideas

  1. Apple AirPods 4

    If she has an iPhone and is still using wired earbuds or a hand-me-down pair, this is the upgrade she will notice every day. Pairs instantly and charges in a pocket-sized case.

    Apple

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  2. Kindle Paperwhite

    For the girl reading a book a week, often under the covers. The warm light is easy on the eyes at night, and she can carry her whole BookTok list in a bag.

    Amazon

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  3. Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw

    The famously soft blanket she has probably seen in a friend's room. It washes well and stays plush for years, which the cheap fleece ones do not.

    Barefoot Dreams

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