When our kids are little, gift giving is easy. There are a thousand toys to choose from and it is hard to go wrong as long as we stick to the favorite TV show or superhero of the moment. Teenagers, on the other hand, can be a whole lot trickier (in more ways than one, right?) and it can be all too tempting to just fling a gift card in their direction and call it a day. But seriously, where is the fun in that? They may not be little anymore, but they still want the joy of unwrapping gifts.
Thankfully, this is a situation where TikTok can actually be useful. Looking at some of the biggest, buzziest, most viral products on TikTok might be the cheat code we need this holiday season. From SwiftieTok to booktok to beauty influencers, there is something for almost every kind of teen who loves the app. Scroll on for some genius ideas — no gift cards required.
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'The Teen Witches' Guide to Astrology'
The astrology girlies love all things zodiac-inspired and there are tons of videos on TikTok about how to do birth chart and figure out everything from rising signs to star sign compatibility. This is a fun book for teens who are into everything a little woo woo and witchy.
Stanley 40-Ounce Tumbler
Judging by TikTok, teens and influencers alike are the most well-hydrated people on the planet. There is a deep obsession with Stanley tumblers on the app (we’re talking about millions and millions of views) and this fun geometric option is sure to be a hit for any teen who loves following trends.
Fintie Screen Cleaning Pad
Here is a perfect little stocking stuffer for any teen who is always swiping on a phone or tablet. These soft cloth wipes work well for removing fingerprints and for gently cleaning a camera lens so their TikTok dance videos will look crisp and clean.
Florence by Mills: Skincare Besties Set Vol. 3
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Florence by Mills
Teens who are into skin care and beauty are super into the Florence by Mills line from actress Millie Bobby Brown. This popular gift set includes eye depuffing gels, oil-free moisturizer, mascara, and the trendy lip and cheek balm. This is a perfect gift for a teen who wants to put their best face forward.
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Pop-arazzi Exfoliating Bath & Shower Gloves
One of the recent trending topics on TikTok was the idea of the “everything shower.” This is the shower that includes all the beauty and cleaning steps from deep conditioning to shaving to all over exfoliating. These cute exfoliating gloves are a perfect stocking stuffer for the teen who wants to take all afternoon in the shower.
'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder'
This young adult mystery novel (the first in a series) was super popular in the #booktok section of TikTok because it is juicy and true crime inspired. This was a bestseller and, not gonna lie: Some moms might steal it to read once their teen finishes it!
'The Spirit Bares Its Teeth'
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Another super buzzy read on #booktok this year was The Spirit Bares Its Teeth by Andrew Joseph White. This gothic horror novel features a protagonist who is trans and autistic and has some major supernatural chills as well as a message about fighting conformity that will resonate with many teens.
Red Kansas City Chiefs Jacquard Cuffed Knit Hat
We suspect that there may be a whole lot of teens who are suddenly KC Chiefs fans this holiday season, and #Swiftok is totally the reason for that. Yep, all the Swifties are still swooning for Travis Kelce, so some new fan gear might be on the list this year.
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara
Teens will love that this TikTok trending mascara gives big eyelash energy without all the hassle of having to put on falsies. We love that this costs less than $5 and makes a terrific stocking stuffer for makeup-loving teens.
3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station
Nothing ruins a teen’s night of TikTok scrolling like a phone with a dead battery. This sleek wireless charging station is perfect for a teen’s room and for helping keep all their Apple tech devices charged and ready to go.
Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set
There is a whole universe of TikTok related to hair tutorials, and this satin heatless curl set is effective at making curls without using heated styling tools that damage hair. TikTokers also seem to like how cute they look with their hair in the curlers, so it’s the right gift for a teen who also wants to make their own hair tutorials.
Kendra Scott Ari Heart Gold Pendant Necklace in Rose Quartz
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One of the biggest TikTok rabbit holes this summer was the crazy competitive world of Southern sorority rush as shown on #rushtok. There were tons of OOTD posts, and true fans know that Kendra Scott is one of the go-to jewelry brands for fans. Thankfully, anyone can buy the necklace, no sorority bid required.
Cloud Slides
These squishy, comfy, super cute slides are as adorable as they are trendy on TikTok right now. The bonus is that they come in all sorts of fun colors and in sizes from 5 to 13, so they’ll fit almost any teen foot.
Otamatone
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Anyone who has spent a lot of time on TikTok has probably come across people playing an Otamatone, the fascinating musical instrument. It’s not only fun to play, it’s also adorable — plus it comes in a variety of colors and characters, including Hello Kitty and Kirby.
Truly Unicorn Fruit Whipped Body Butter
It is easy to see why this body butter went viral on TikTok. Yes, it is super moisturizing, smells amazingly sweet, and will pamper teen skin – but it also looks amazing in the jar and is perfect for making a fun “get ready with me” video.
All About Crossbody Belt Bag
The belt bag was popularized by Lululemon last year, but now this style of bag is available almost everywhere. We love the Athleta All About Crossbody Belt Bag because it comes in a ton of fun colors and it’s not as pricey as some competitors.
BraBar Soft Strapless Bra
Ditch the straps and embrace unparalleled comfort with the Soft Strapless Bralette. This innovative piece of lingerie redefines strapless bras, offering a remarkable blend of style, support, and convenience for teens and tweens of all shapes and sizes.
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