18 Stocking Stuffers For Teens That Might Just Be as Cool as They Are

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Coming up with stocking-stuffer ideas can be one of the most fun (and arguably underrated!) parts of the holidays. We love the challenge of dreaming up quirky and compact gifts that are small enough to fit into a stocking but also cool enough to make a big impression. And if you need some stocking stuffer ideas for teens or tweens, fear not — because this holiday season, our team of shopping experts has got you covered. Whether you're a parent, friend, or sibling looking for unique and affordable stocking stuffers for teenagers (even those that are notoriously difficult to please), we've come up with a list of fun gifts that will prove to be as cool and one-of-a-kind as the growing kiddo in your life.

Whether you're shopping out thoughtful stocking stuffers for tween girls, teen boys, or even just stocking stuffer ideas for 18-year-olds that are close to wrapping up their teenage years, we've curated a diverse guide that features both cheap and splurge-worthy gifts — all totally unique and perfect for any preteen or teen, regardless of their age. From TikTok-loved skin-care products to birthdate candles to claw clips and cool tech, shop our picks for the best stocking stuffers for teenagers below.

— Additional reporting by Alessia Santoro

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A Practical Stocking Stuffer
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A Practical Stocking Stuffer

Holographic Makeup Bag ($9, originally $17)

Know a teenager that has a comically large collection of skin-care essentials and beauty products? They can throw all of their odds and ends into this funky bag. The trippy bag oozes a Y2K essence and it's sure to earn them compliments wherever they go.

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A Decor Stocking Stuffer
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A Decor Stocking Stuffer

Ariceleo Led Fairy Lights ($7, originally $10)

We know that many preteens and teens live on their phones now, but these adorable lights might help to encourage them to actually print some of their photos out! The string lights add such a youthful flair to any home space, and they'll love decorating their bedroom or dorm with photographic memories and pics with their BFFs.

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A Skin-Care Stocking Stuffer
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A Skin-Care Stocking Stuffer

Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub ($40)

Help them enjoy a relaxing night at home with the help of this nourishing body scrub. Sugar and coconut oils are seamlessly blended together to create the most decadent concoction that'll keep skin feeling fresh and smooth, even long after they've showered.

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A Lip Balm Stocking Stuffer
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A Lip Balm Stocking Stuffer

Glossier Cookie Butter Balm Dotcom ($14)

What is a purse, backpack, or jacket pocket without a good lip balm? In our opinion, it's basically useless — especially during the winter months when our dry skin relies pretty heavily on nourishing balms and creams to revive it. This nourishing balm gives off major holiday vibes while giving the gift of moisturized lips (aka the best gift of all!).

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A Hydrating Stocking Stuffer
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A Hydrating Stocking Stuffer

Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater ($12)

If your tween or teenager is just beginning to play around with makeup and skin-care, they'll love seeing this hydrating spray in their stocking. The nourishing mist helps to cool the skin, while also leaving your face with a natural, glossy glow. Even our editors love Mario Badescu facial sprays — just read this Mario Badescu Facial Spray product review for further proof.

Editor Quote: "Use it before makeup or moisturizer, on top of makeup to set it, or any time you just feel dry. I apply it during long flights for my face and body. It can also be used to clean makeup brushes and dampen blending sponges. Sometimes I even spray the ends of my hair in tandem with dry shampoo when I don't feel like washing it." — Lauren Levinson, former director, Beauty

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A Unique Stocking Stuffer
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A Unique Stocking Stuffer

Tamagotchi V5 Game ($30)

No, your eyes aren't deceiving you — the toys and gadgets that once dominated the early aughts have also returned to the mainstream this year. And even if this toy is new to them, your tweens and teens can still have so much fun reliving one of your favorite past times by owning this Tamagotchi.

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A Thoughtful Stocking Stuffer
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A Thoughtful Stocking Stuffer

The Five-Minute Journal ($29)

Get their mind working in the morning with the help of this gratitude journal. It's never too early to start practicing gratitude more often, and this POPSUGAR editor-loved journal may even inspire a few new daily habits, too — check out our Five-Minute Journal product review to learn more!

Editor Quote: "I find that when I write down my intentions, I really am more mindful throughout the day, and I use the nighttime prompts as a way to reflect on the good, and bad, parts of my day. It truly is a five minute (max!) commitment, and I have seen my gratitude levels markedly improve since I started using it." — India Yaffe, associate editor, Commerce

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A Tech Stocking Stuffer
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A Tech Stocking Stuffer

Kodak FunSaver Disposable Camera ($26)

Sure, basically all smartphones already have super-advanced cameras built into them. But with this disposable camera, your growing teenager will get to play around with taking photos and creating memories in a whole new way. Plus, they can hang their developed photos on their wall afterwards, too!

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A Hair Stocking Stuffer
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A Hair Stocking Stuffer

Mable Jumbo Claw Clip ($14)

With claw clips back in everyone's hair-accessory rotation, this product is a cute option that comes in a bunch of colors and will slide right into their stocking. We love the accessory's vibrant, rainbow-infused design which features a ton of fun colors, so they can style it with pretty much any outfit.

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A Game Stocking Stuffer
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A Game Stocking Stuffer

Bananagrams ($17, originally $20)

Is it a banana toy? Is it a word game? Honestly, the possibilities are endless with quirky word game, and that's just how we like it. The product will help them to sharpen their mind and learn a few new words along the way. Plus, it's also the perfect size for a stocking.

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A Durable Stocking Stuffer
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A Durable Stocking Stuffer

Simple Modern Insulated Tumbler ($26)

This viral tumbler has made the rounds on TikTok several times now, often trending for its bonafide status as a celeb-loved essential (Tinx, in particular, is a fan). With over 57,000 near-perfect reviews online, as well as a glowing review from one of POPSUGAR's own editors — see our Simple Modern Insulated Tumbler review for further proof — it's definitely worth the hype.

Editor Quote: "It may sound trivial, but this cup has not left my side in weeks, except to get washed, and even then I'm sad. I've been able to hit my water goal almost every day since I started using it, so thank you, Tinx, for showing me the way." — India Yaffe, former ssociate Editor, Commerce

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A Beauty Stocking Stuffer
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A Beauty Stocking Stuffer

Olive & June Nail Polishes ($9)

You can't go wrong with a fresh bottle of nail polish! And if your teen is too busy to make it out to the nail salon or squeeze in a manicure appointment, they'll love receiving one of these nail polishes in their stocking. Olive & June nail polishes are even a favorite of POPSUGAR editors as detailed in this product review of Olive & June's holiday nail polish collection.

Editor Quote: "I feel so much more put together when I have my nails done, and during the first stay-at-home order in 2020, I got pretty good at painting them myself. I do my nails at home exclusively now, because Olive & June's mani system makes it unbelievably easy, and I'm so grateful for both the Poppy, which helps steady my painting hand, and the cleanup brush." — India Yaffe, former associate editor, Commerce

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A Fashion Stocking Stuffer
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A Fashion Stocking Stuffer

Good Vibes Only Baseball Hat ($18)

Keep the positivity flowing with this baseball cap. Whether they're having a bad hair day or are just heading out to their next sports practice, your teen will love the ease of simply throwing this minimalistic hat on and running out the door.

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A Pop-Culture Stocking Stuffer
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A Pop-Culture Stocking Stuffer

Funko Pop! Dwight With Gelatin Stapler Figure ($19)

Fans of "The Office," this one is just for you! This quirky Funko Pop! would be such a cool bookshelf or desk addition. Whether they love bears, beets, or just "Battlestar Galactica," they'll get a kick out of this Dwight-inspired Funko Pop! and an urge to rewatch one of the best sitcoms ever.

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A Functional Stocking Stuffer
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A Functional Stocking Stuffer

USB Heated Mittens ($15)

Who says you can't do your homework or gaming outside, even during the colder, winter months? With these stylish and sporty mittens, they can keep their fingers completely warm as they work on homework or dive deep into their favorite gaming world.

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An Xbox Stocking Stuffer
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An Xbox Stocking Stuffer

Xbox Series X Fifa 23 ($39)

Got a growing gamer on your hands or someone who has been totally wrapped up in all things related to the World Cup? Help them channel their inner-football star with this Xbox Series Fifa game. A sports fan can check out "an all-new ability system that unlocks the unique skills of the sport's most elite players."

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A Sleeping Stocking Stuffer
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A Sleeping Stocking Stuffer

Slip Silk Sleep Mask ($43, originally $50)

From school and sports to relationships and just figuring out how to grow up, it's clear that being a teenager can be pretty exhausting. Treat your busy kiddo to a better night's rest with this silk eye mask, which comes highly recommended by pretty much everyone — from celebrities like Ashley Tisdale and TikTok influencers like Remi Bader to even home design heroes like Shea McGee. The plush eye mask is truly a bedtime essential, as confirmed in this Slip Sleep Mask product review.

Editor Quote: "This Pure Silk Sleep Mask is great at blocking any and all lights, from the reading lamp on your bedside table to the LED lights that may be attached to your bed frame. If you share a bed with someone who requires total darkness to fall asleep (or if you're that person), it'll be a total game-changer." — Shelcy Joseph, contributor

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A Candle Stocking Stuffer
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A Candle Stocking Stuffer

Birthdate Candles ($45, originally $60)

These awesome Birthdate candles come in 366 different versions — one for each day of the year, plus Feb. 29! — with specifics for your teen's birthday like their ruling number, ruling planet, and personality descriptors. Even during the holiday season, they'll be delighted to receive this candle and burn it once their birthday rolls around.