The countdown to Christmas is officially underway, which means you’ve likely got your gifting sorted. A gift your hubby will actually use? Check. Something for your picky mother-in-law? Check. Now all that’s left is to sort out a present for your teen.
But finding the perfect gifts for teens and tweens isn’t always simple. The goal is to see a smile when they’re unwrapping their loot on Christmas morning, not be met with an eye roll.
So we’ve rounded up all the best gifts for teenage girls and boys who are just as obsessed with beauty as you! Scroll on for the ultimate teen gift guide…
The best Christmas gifts for teens
VS Sassoon Smooth Fusion Volume Air Styler
If your teen is on BeautyTok, chances are a hot brush has made it onto their Christmas wishlist. And the VS Sassoon Smooth Fusion Volume Air Styler will give the DIY blowout of their dreams. The tool features detangling bristles and is infused with argan, coconut and keratin oils, allowing the you to dry, shape, smooth and tame your hair all with one easy tool.
$49.95 at Priceline
Revolution The Everything Make-Up Starter Kit 13 Piece Set
Makeup Revolution’s Everything Make-Up Starter Kit is the teen equivalent of the toy makeup boxes we all grew up with. From primer to mascara, blush, eyeshadow and setting spray, it’s got all they need to create stellar makeup looks. Pair it with a tinted moisturiser for the ultimate glam gift.
$60 at Priceline
Benefit Mistletoe Blushin’ Benetint & Shellie Blush Set
All the TikTok beauty gurus swear by this blush duo (and so do we), so it’s likely at the top of her wishlist. It’s the perfect summer makeup kit and delivers a gorgeous, dewy flush that’s not too OTT. It’s best to give her warning that you’ll want to steal some for yourself.
$62 at ASOS
e.l.f Power Grip Primer
Another TikTok-approved product, the e.l.f Power Grip Primer is a must-have for any beauty-loving tween or teen. It’s the perfect stepping stone to more mature makeup looks, offering the perfect base for them to play with skin tints and foundations without feeling cakey.
$20 at ASOS
Remington Coconut Smooth 38mm Curling Tong
Introduce her to healthy hair styling the right way with the Remington Coconut Smooth 38mm Curling Tong. The curler is infused with coconut & keratin micro-conditioners to help fight frizz and prevent excess heat damage. The result? Flawless bouncy waves fit she’ll want to wear every day.
$49.95 at Priceline
Hommey Robe
Every glam lover needs a getting-ready outfit, and they’ll want to be seen everywhere in this ultra-chic robe from Hommey. The plush, 100% cotton terry fabric is oh so comfortable, and it’s stylish enough to take them from their glam room to pool parties, sleepovers, and self-care sessions. They’re available in almost every colour of the rainbow so really, what’s not to love?!
$149 at Hommey
The Ordinary The Daily Set
Is your teen making their first foray into skin care? Start them out the right way with The Ordinary’s Daily Set. The kit features three of their hero products – Squalane Cleanser, Hyaluronic Acid serum and Natural Moisturizing Factors moisturiser – and works with a variety of skin types to keep them hydrated and fresh without feeling oily.
$37 at ASOS
Milani All-Inclusive Eye, Cheek & Face Palette
Every mini makeup artist needs a face palette and this one from Milani has truly got all they need and more. The seven-pan palette includes three eyeshadows, a highlighter, bronzer and two blushes (one matte, one shimmer) so the sky’s the limit when it comes to creating makeup looks.
$29.99 at Priceline
MECCA MAX Heart of Gloss Mini Gloss Trio
All good things come in threes, and this MECCA MAX lip gloss trio is no exception. It features three different shades of pearlescent, peachy-pink and neutral-pink glosses that compliment any skin tone.
$28 at MECCA
NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Golden Shimmer Dry Oil
A perfume, shimmer and body oil all in one?! Yes please! This cult-favourite French beauty staple is a TikTok favourite and can be used on the face, body and hair. It smells like an absolute dream and is the perfect addition to any budding glamazon’s fragrance and body care collection.
$67 at ASOS
Frank Body Rose Gold Shimmer Scrub
Give the gift of a golden summer glow with Frank Body’s shimmering body scrub. It’s the perfect way to make shower time less of a chore and will help with any pesky body acne or shaving bumps.
$20 at Frank Body
MCoBeauty Everyday 6 Piece Makeup Essentials Set
A makeup artist can only be as good as their tools and this set from MCoBeauty has everything they need to become a bonafide glam Picasso – all for under $25.
$23.80 at Big W
Ariana Grande Cloud EDP 30ml Gift Set 3 piece set
With a body mist, perfume and body souffle, the Ariana Grande Cloud set is the perfect introduction to fragrance. It’s sweet, but not sickeningly so, and it the perfect teen perfume. She’ll be on her way to finding her signature scent in no time.
$57 (was $65) at Priceline
Sephora Collection The Future Is Yours Lips Day & Night Set (Holiday Limited Edition)
Sick of them stealing your lip balms? This fruity lip kit from Sephora is the ultimate stocking filler. Featuring a watermelon lip balm and strawberry lip sleeping mask, it’ll make dry, chapped lips a thing of the past and tastes just as good as it looks!
$20 at Sephora
All Kinds Sweet Talk Mini Gift Set
Everyone loves a fun, fruity shower routine. The Sweet Talk gift set features three mini-sized shower products, plus a cupcake sponge, making it perfect for pre-teens who want to dabble in fragrance and body care.
$29.99 at The Iconic
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Do have a glam-loving teen in your life? Which of these products will you be gifting?!
Some great gift ideas. I would like some of them myself, especially the Ordinary set
haha me too!
Yes such great value
Yes the Ordinary set looks good for me too.
Me too. No teenage girls in my life.
The Milani palette looks great!
Their are some really cute sweet gifts here.
They are delightful
Love the Sweet talk mini set, wish I had a tween to buy it for
There are some nice gift ideas.
I love the brush
It’s all very cute
Aww i cant wait until my son is older so i can spoil him with gifts and see his bright big smile pure happiness for getting something he wants
Would love to get the Benefit kit but the price needs to go way down!
Great suggestions here. I am thinking of buying gifts for my daughter friends.
A couplw of those gift packs look pergect for my pre-teen, too.
I haven’t any teens to buy for but some would be welcomed by others, including me!
Sorry but these gifts are too expensive for teens. I’ve got two of them; some smaller items for their stockings include; pimple patches, toner, reusable makeup pads.
I thought they were expensive and if you have a few to buy it would add up quickly
Lots of fantastic gift ideas, I would have loved these kinda of things as a teen
Yes so cool.
I had no idea the ordinary had that kit I need to get for my girls but not a gift!
I have already bought for the teens in my life but I love this selection
Great suggestions for teenage girls, how about a little shopping guide for the boys?
I wouldn’t mind most of these for myself
So many options!
Love the bathrobe
VS Sassoon Smooth Fusion Volume Air Styler looks awesome and if I hadn’t already bought I would have got this for my granddaughter.
No granddaughters and no teenagers at the moment. So will not be buying these. But must say of the ideas or pretty good
So many great ideas here. I like the shimmering body oil. I can imagine it would be very popular with teens.
Yes it sounds perfect
No kids but these are some cute gifts. I also really like the Ariana Grande cloud perfume
Great ideas, love the Milani kit and the Ordinary set
I do not have any teenagers in my family and only a couple of young adults. (mid 20s)
my granddaughter received a Natio skin cleanser and moisturiser set and loved it so that was good.
We had some happy teens this christmas but they would have loved most of the products above.
Some amazing gift choices, definitely helped me find gifts for my cousins, nieces and nephews.
That robe is pricey! I can’t say I like the colour combo.