Christmas Gift Ideas for Teens 2023

Finding the perfect gift for teens can be almost impossible. Teenagers like what they like. Funny thing. I’m kinda’ the same way. So what do teens like? Here are some really cool ideas to get started. Before you read on, make sure you have your sense of humor handy. This Gift Guide for Teens is a lot of fun, no matter your age (and every gift idea is screen-free!)

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Look at all the colors and prints! So fun and warm. Rib-knit cuffs so it stays on, sherpa on the inside so it keeps warm. Washes like a dream. And pockets! (Just wait, you’re going to want one for yourself …)

 

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Teens love neon signs and here’s your chance to design the perfect one. Choose from a variety of fonts, colors, symbols, and shapes to create a one-of-a-kind sign that reflects your teen’s unique style and personality. Order now and with fast shipping you’ll have it in plenty of time, even if you will be mailing it. Read the reviews! Wow.

 

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Get plenty of manis and pedis when you’re DIYing it. This gel manicure set includes everything a teen needs to do her own nails at home—a UV light to cure the gel, several colors to add some pop, and a set of nail art tools.

 

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The AstroAI mini fridge is a small fridge to store foods, drinks, snacks, milk, makeup and skincare. It is ideal to use anywhere in the bedroom, office, dorm, travel, boating, camping and so on.

 

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These lights are easy to set up and can transform any regular space into a fun one! With a remote control and countless color options, they’ll be a hit in any teen’s room. Very cool.

 

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“Fifteen years ago Sean Covey wrote a powerful book that taught teens that they had the ability to choose their behavior but not the consequences. The decisions that teens make could change their lives forever! Every young person should read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. It’s a must-read for all my students!” — Salome Thomas-El, award-winning educator and author

 

 

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Roc Paddle Boards are now made with the highest-grade material that is 50% stronger than competitors boards. Roc is the top-rated paddle board sold on Amazon and around the world. When it comes to your teen, safety is #1. 

 

 

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What a deal! Was $20 last night.

5,100 pieces! Clay Beads, Flat Beads, Polymer Heishi Beads, and everything the girls need to make dozens and dozens of trendy bracelets. Perfect for ages 8-12. (Whatever you do, don’t spill the beads!)

 

 

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This is a really cute set of Makeup Brushes. You can gift them to someone who is just starting to wear makeup so she will be super excited to have  just the right brushes and beauty blenders, too. These are very soft and the complete set comes with a pretty pouch and carrying case.

 

 

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The My Pint Ice Cream Maker makes up to 1.6 cups of fresh ice cream. No complicated assembly is required with this convenient personal ice cream maker. Just freeze the cooling bowl overnight and pop in your prepared ice cream mixture in the morning. In less than 30 minutes you can enjoy homemade ice cream. Take the included mixing spoon and eat your ice cream right from the cooling bowl.

 

 

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Easily going from shoulder purse to backpack, this is so cute! Comes in a rainbow of different colors and the perfect look for any teen with an eye for fashion.

 

 

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Blend in. Don’t get caught! That’s the point of this very popular new sneaky family board game of social deduction where players must race to catch the chameleon before it’s too late! A perfect board game for teens and adults!

 

 

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This kit includes everything needed to make four scented candles! 4 dye blocks, 4 fragrances oils, 4-8 oz soy wax bags, melting pot, thermometer, 2 round candle tins, 2 square candle tins with covers, 4 cotton wicks, 4 glue dots, 4 Warning Labels, 4 Stirring Sticks, 4 Bow Tie Clips and instructions. How much fun is that?!

 

 

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This Sticker by Number book is a great activity to keep their brains engaged and create beautiful, Americana-themed art. As in color or paint-by-number, each design is divided into dozens of spaces. Each space has a number that corresponds to a sticker. Find the sticker, peel it, and place it in the right space. Watch as a full-colored image emerges from the original unfinished.

So relaxing, satisfying and downright addicting. Such a fun activity with glorious results.

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She will be thrilled to pieces with her new fairy light wall, her bedroom never brighter than when it’s decked out in pictures of friends and family she can hang from its 66 ft length. Eight different light modes that flash and or just sit there and twinkle.

 

 

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The original hidden pocket scrunchies have a zipper pocket to store small items—money, keys, even an air tag! What a great idea!

 

 

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What goes around, comes around. No truer statement was ever made when it comes to the subject of tie-dye! It’s back and in a big way with today’s teens. And this kit is all she or he needs to be going with beautiful creations.

 

 

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This Bits and Pieces ‘Stash Your Cash’ puzzle box will conceal and protect savings. Slide your treasure through the two slots on the sides of this clever box, and then enjoy watching the attempts to solve this fun yet challenging puzzle box

 

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This instrument is intended for any starter or intermediate player use. Purchase includes Ukelele, Online Lessons, Gig Bag, Tuner, Strap, and Aquila Strings Set. Rates very high with reviews.

 

 

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Easy Inflation! No pump required. Just whisk it through the air to inflate. The little trick is that you need to trap air by closing the sleeve opening before the end of each movement, and keep the mouth closed until you begin the next movement. So many colors to choose from! What teen would not love having this foldable, portable, inflatable, quick deflatble, anti-deflate personal couch, lounge, chair?

 

 

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More than likely, your teen is attached to his or her phone even while in bed or some other reclining opportunity. This cool phone holder easily clips to a bed frame, side table, and more. But it can also come in handy if your kid (or you?) wants to go hands-free while video chatting with friends or family members. The flexible arm is nearly 33.5 inches long and rotates a full 360 degrees.

 

 

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Whatever the teen’s mood, this is the place to hang out. Takes just three minutes to set up on a tree or nearby objects; uses straps, instead of ropes, so everything stays securely in place. Folds neatly into a compact bag.

 

 

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Wingman is engineerd to reinvent the flying disc. Soft and easy to catch. It won’t break a window or hurt to catch, like hard plastic discs.

 

 

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These headbands are made of soft terry cloth, just perfect to hold back all that wispy hair to perform a peel-off mask or facial scrub. So handy and easy to use. She’ll wonder how she managed without this cool gift.

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Generally, drones are really expensive, but what an amazing gift! That’s why this mini drone is a perfect option. It’s compact, doesn’t require an FAA license to fly it, takes off easily, lands by pushing a single button, and is quite affordable. Rated for ages 14 and up.

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Want to inspire his or her creative side? This set comes with two sketch pads (take one, leave one at home) and an impressive assortment of crayons, oil pastels, colored pencils, watercolor cakes, and mixing palettes. Everything fits perfectly into the wooden case (included) which makes clean-up and storage super easy—even for a messy teenager.

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What teenage girl would not love and adore this beautiful little bonsai tree light?

It will satisfy her DIY need with the adjustable branches. She can bend the branches and the tree into any shape she likes. Perfect as a nightlight.

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Here is the perfect gift for teens who love to wear a hat (all of them right?) and also listen to music. This stylish beanie, while not detectable, has a wireless built-in Bluetooth headset. Charges up in just 2 hours, delivering 12-hour playtime. It’s easy to remove the headset when it’s time to launder. Comes in multiple styles and colors.

 

 

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Your gaming teen will get a kick out of this funny T-shirt—and likely wear it continuously. Comes in a huge variety of sizes. Reviewers report that it is super comfortable, too.

 

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For the teen who is constantly forgetting to charge his or her phone, here’s the answer: a wireless charger. Just set the phone on its surface (easy enough, even for a teen) and that’s it. Charges a variety of phones and even earbuds with ease. Includes a sleep-friendly design and doesn’t feature that annoying bright or blinking light that some chargers have.

 

 

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While the inflatable component of this kayak may sound scary, not to worry. This kayak designed for small bodies of water and rivers is truly safe and yes, inflatable! Made from heavy-duty, puncture-resistant bright yellow vinyl, it has two seats that allow you or a friend to come along. Easily visible in any body of water.

 

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The complete slackline kit is as complete as a slackline kit can get. It has all your teens and you need to get-set-slackline! Kit components are of the highest quality—ratchets of high grade steel, mainline and training lines of 100% polyester, ratchet protector of oxford fabric, tree protectors of chemical fiber, and carry bags of non-woven fabric. So much fun. Hint: Upon first use, make sure your teen sets the slackline about 12 inches above the ground. Just for a test run. Adjust for height later, once he or she is fully comfortable.

 

 

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The gamer in your life will love this gaming chair built for function. The foam fits the body comfortably and there’s the mandatory headrest and lumbar support. The seat features a tilt-back function that can be adjusted between 90 to 150 degrees. The nylon casters move easily on hardwood or carpet.

 

 

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Teens like to zone out listening to their favorite music. A gift of new headphones that come in seven different colors seems in order, right? While these aren’t the super expensive brand of headphones, they’re still high on function. Equipped with 800 mAh rechargeable battery that supports 30 hours of continuous music playing time and requires 2.5 hours to get a fast full charge. Super comfortable!

 

 

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Remember what I said about teens liking what they like? Well, they’ll only eat what they like, too. With Teens Cook, your teen can learn to cook those foods he or she likes to eat. What a concept. With more than 75 recipes for what kids like including breakfast, snacks, sides, dinners and desserts—this is the perfect cookbook to inspire young adults to take interest in their diets by giving them a tasty hobby!

 

 

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Honestly, I was not aware of anything known as the Official Product of the Kid’s Choice Awards Swag Bag, but this lovely  detangling brush holds that distinction. Just look how sleek and beautiful it is. And tell me, when was the last time you knew of a hairbrush to garner 34,094 5-star reviews? That speaks to me in a big way. Whether your teen has long hair or short, this brush will make her very happy. Trust me on that.

 

 

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It’s made of rubber, and your young person will be thrilled with this watch. It looks so classy because it’s ginormous—in line with current styles. It actually tells time, too,  plus lots more functions. Such a cool look.

 

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This beautiful wall art is huge! And won’t it look awesome on the wall in your young lady’s room. It’s so easy to apply, just peel and stick. Applies to any smooth surface and will not damage the wall. Again, check the reviews—538 people can’t be wrong!

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Don’t worry. This is not some weird cult handbook. This great book will inspire your teen to make good life choices—and laugh out loud, too. Drawing from his own experiences as a troubled youth, plus nearly a decade of motivational speaking to teen audiences, author Josh Shipp offers an unusually stimulating approach to making life decisions, rejecting bad choices, and nurturing a sense of self-identity. Read the hundreds of 5-star reviews and you may just decide to get The Teen’s Guide to World Domination: Advice on Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Awesomeness for every teen in your life.

 

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