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Picking out the best gifts for teenage girls—or the perfect teen gift, in general—can take some real sleuthing. That’s where we come in. We went straight to the source, talking to all the teen girls in our lives (and, of course we spent a lot of hours on TikTok) to find out what’s on their wish lists. Are they all about aesthetics? Popular gifts this year include a retro instant-print camera that’ll help her decorate her bedroom with snaps of her friends. Is she just getting into perfume? A gift set from a trendy Gen Z approved brand from Sol de Janeiro or a fragrance from Glossier will delight her. Not into skin care or makeup? All the teen girls—from 13-year-olds to 18-year-olds we polled—said they wanted the two Js: jewelry and Jellycats. Loungewear is also a great option (the girlies said they’d love a pair of great leggings from Lululemon and Alo). Prefer to go the meaningful route this Christmas? A friendship bracelet that proclaims “you got this” is the perfect way to give her a little lift, and when in doubt, the perennial-favorite Uggs are still on the top of their minds.
From unique finds under $50 to clever stocking stuffers, these are all the gifts teen girls are currently interested in, according to teens themselves.
The best gifts for teenage girls, at a glanceMost Popular Gift: Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera, $76Trendy Beauty Gift: Tree Hut Sugar Scrub, $11 $9Best Luxury Gift: Dyson Airwrap, $600, $49For the Scent-Lover: Sol de Janeiro Perfume Sampler, $125 $113Best Gift for 16-Year-Old Girls: Summer Fridays The Mini Neutrals Lip Butter Balm Set, $25Best Gift for 17-Year-Old Girls: Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds, $200The Cutest Gift on TikTok: Bunnylulu Keychain, $16Most Meaningful Gift: You Got This Bracelet, $251/61
Today mood Cotton Quilted Makeup Bags
These bags have been lighting up TikTok feeds, which is great because they’re as cute as they are functional. They come in a set of three, and they make a great value given the $25 price tag.
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Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera Blush Pink + Minimate Custom Case
If TikTok has taught us anything, it’s that teens are into retro cameras. Whether she’s decorating her dorm or her bedroom, this instant camera will make it easy for her to display her memories, and it’s also always a hit at parties and social gatherings (she can give everyone a memento of the evening).
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The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook by Valentina Mussi
Flipping through dozens of TikTok-famous recipes like Dorito-crusted fried cheese and strawberry milk is exactly how the kitchen-curious teenage girl will want to spend her next weekend.
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Sol de Janeiro perfume sampler
Teen and tween girls of all ages are loving the perfumes from Sol de Janiero. According to my 14-year-old niece, having a signature scent from the brand is an absolute cool kid necessity, so this sampler is perfect for those trying to choose their favorite. For a cheaper option, you can go with this travel set.
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iLikePar Cereal-Bowl Candle
Is it a cereal bowl? Is it a candle? Actually, it’s both. This quirky gift is the perfect piece of decor for the unpredictable tween in your life.
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Bunnylulu Keychain with Box
These key chains have been having a major moment on TikTok, and that’s due in large part to the fact that they’re absolutely adorable. They’re super soft, and lots of teenage girls have even started collecting the different colors.
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