29 of the Best Gifts For Teens in 2022

They can make any room especially cozy with these Waterproof Starry Fairy Copper String Lights ($12, originally $20). They can hang fun memories from them, and it's such a fun way to add a cool aesthetic to any space. If they're in college, this is great for their dorm rooms.

How fun is this? This hilarious box of Sushi Socks ($23) comes with three pairs of themed socks. They'll be so excited to unwrap it, and it's an easy way to make a useful gift like socks fun and interesting.

Apple AirPods Pro ($250) are a gift basically every teenager has on their wishlist, especially if they're in need of a headphone update. It's so easy to pair with other Apple devices like their iPhone, laptop, or Apple Watch, so they can listen to music or podcasts while they work or hang out. These are also sweat and water resistant, so they can work out with them. You can read our review of the Apple AirPods Pro.

Every teenager wants a pair of Nike Air Force 1 sneakers, but when they unwrap these, they'll be blown away. These Nike Air Force 1 Fontanka Shoes ($130) are so colorful and cool. They're a unique twist on a classic silhouette, and the recipient will want to put them on immediately.

The amount of grime and nastiness on all of our phones is remarkable. Get this PhoneSoap Smartphone Sanitizer ($80) to help them keep their phone clean. The device uses UV lights to get your phone 99.9 percent germ-free.

If there's someone in your life who's obsessed with TikTok food videos (we want to try that viral green goddess salad recipe!), they will appreciate The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook ($10, originally $18). Have fun making some of the recipes together.

If you know a teen who's big into skin care, then the Cooluli 12L Mini Beauty Refrigerator ($60) is for them. It stores products at the right temperature to help them last longer. Oh, and it's cute, too.

If they're into makeup, they'll probably go nuts over these adorable Rose Gold Mermaid Makeup Brushes ($10). Who could blame them? It comes with 10 pretty brushes, so they can create a pretty eye look and use other brushes for foundation and powder products.

This set of Puffin Hardcover Classics ($59, originally $105) is a must have. Plus, it will add some color-coordinated goodness to their bookshelves (not to mention, everyone should read the classics at some point!). The box includes "A Little Princess", "Anne of Green Gables", "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn", "The Secret Garden", "The Wind in the Willows", and "Peter Pan"!

If they're interested in eating mochi, they'll have so much fun making their own flavors. They can make a delicious snack or dessert with this easy to use DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit ($34). If you're lucky, you'll get to taste test!

This Prettygarden Belted Dress With Pockets ($25, originally $43) is an Amazon bestseller because of how cute it looks on! We love the green hue and the tie waist, but it comes in a bunch of different colors, so you can choose their favorite shade.

Yes, these Smoko Tayto Potato USB Heated Slippers ($38) are as adorable as can be. Yes, they heat up and keep your feet warm. And yes, they're shaped like potatoes. We kind of want them, too.

This Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook ($22, originally $32) is equipped with a Pilot FriXion pen that wipes off clean, letting you reuse its 36 pages again and again. It's perfect for the notetaker, as well as the person who cares about the environment, because it doesn't use excess paper.

These Personalized Claw Clips ($16) are great gifts for all your friends. They make for excellent stocking stuffers, and are a super personalized gift that won't break the bank. You can choose from a bunch of different colors and glitter colors as well.

Gift this Little Words Project Badass Beaded Stretch Bracelet ($25-$30) to the badass in your life. It'll be a constant reminder that they can do anything, and also works as a cool kind of friendship bracelet. It comes with a few different sayings and in a few different shades.

You can't leave the house without a scrunchie or two. This Kitsch Satin Scrunchie Set ($8) is so cute, and is also good for their hair, making it a win win. With five scrunchies for $8, it's such a good deal!

We all know someone who would love this Retrak Rainbow Selfie Light Clip ($10). It makes for a great stocking stuffer, and gives them all different kinds of light for their selfies. They'll no longer have to search for the perfect filter, it's built in!

How freakin' adorable is this Mini Huggable Cooling and Heating Pad ($20)?! It's a great asset if they're not feeling awesome or dealing with anxiety. It also comes in other shapes like a heart, a hedgehog, and a sloth, but we love the avocado.

Get them this cute Smoko Perry Raspberry Airpod Case ($6, originally $16) for their AirPods. They will surely never misplace them again. This case is for classic AirPods, but the brand also makes cases for AirPods Pro, should they have those instead.

This The Five-Minute Journal by Intelligent Change ($29) challenges users to focus on gratitude for five minutes a day. Plus, it's aesthetically pleasing, which, if we're honest, might inspire them to actually stick to it. You can read our review of the Five-Minute Journal.

All of their essentials can go with them thanks to the Fjallraven Kanken Backpack ($80). It comes in over a dozen colors, so there's an option for every person's style and vibe. It's great for school, traveling, and everyday use; what more could you want?

We love that you can customize these Baublebar Custom Multi Cutout Pisa Bracelets ($40). All the colors are so cute, and you can choose up to nine characters on each bracelet. Plus, if you order your custom bracelet now, it'll arrive by the holidays!

We all know a teenager who knows everything about the perfect eyeshadow technique, how to get the ultimate no makeup makeup look, and what skin care products every person in their life should be using. Get this three-panel Makeup Vanity Mirror ($36) for the makeup-lover. The little mirrors are so handy.

Sometimes, you just need a great pair of fuzzy socks. These adorable Tububa Cozy Fluffy Socks ($16) are great for around the house. The socks have over 2,500 reviews, so you know they're good. We love them as stocking stuffers, or as a white elephant gift.

The Sushi Go! Card Game ($6, originally $12) is the perfect fast-paced game for a sleepover. The sushi-lover in your life will want to play all day long. The goal is basically to grab the best combination of sushi dishes, but it gets more interesting the more you play.

We all know someone who has a billion different gadgets. This Courant Catch:3 ($100-$175) wireless charger can charge everything they need, and it looks so aesthetically pleasing. They can leave it on their desk or bedside table and not worry about having tons of excess chargers.

They'll want to use these C7skates Quad Skates ($60, originally $75) all the time. They look like so much fun! Plus, they come in a few different colors, so everyone can find one that fits their aesthetic. Plus, these roller skates are easier to maneuver than roller blades.

One of our editors tried this Mermade Pro Waver ($75) and can attest to how well it works. If you're looking for that perfect, effortless undone-done hair, this is it. You can read our review of the Mermade Pro Waver.

Sometimes, the tiniest accessories can make the biggest difference in their space. They can hang book bags and jackets on this cute Peace Sign Wall Hook ($11, originally $14). It's a great accessory for their bedroom or dorm room, because it gives more space and is something that will make them smile when they see it.