16 Best Gifts for Teen Girls
Updated: Jan. 25, 2024
Teenagers may seem somewhat predictable, but each one is as unique as a snowflake. That's why our round-up of gifts for teen girls caters to every personality type.
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Buying gifts for teen girls can be tricky. They aren’t kids anymore, but also aren’t adults either. You may think they are totally impossible to shop for, but we’re here to help! Sure, teen girls are notoriously hard to impress, but as long as you know their interests and hobbies, it’s easy to select a winning gift for teens. We found the best gifts for her (including gifts for sisters) to suit every personality type. Whether she’s an athletic bookworm, a music-obsessed chef or an eco-minded fashionista, we’ve got gift ideas for teens girls sure to please.
Our round-up is based on what’s trending, positive reviews and includes options in every price point. And if you left shopping for the last minute, procrastinators can snag Amazon Prime gifts and last-minute gifts that’ll arrive just in the nick of time. And don’t forget stocking stuffers! We’ve got stocking stuffer ideas for women and ideas for kids right this way.
For the photo obsessed: HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer
When searching for gifts for teen girls, anything that helps immortalize their selfies will impress. Enter this nifty portable photo printer, which instantly serves up sticky-backed pics. She can take it with her to class or bring it to a sleepover with friends to create fun crafting projects. The palm-sized gadget appeals to all ages, so get one as a gift for photographers, too.
For the eco-conscious teen: Shampoo and Conditioner Bar Set
Eco-friendly gifts for teen girls will thrill any gal who cares about the environment. These shampoo and conditioner bars are made using all-natural ingredients that are carbon-neutral, vegan and fair trade certified. Each bar is equivalent to three 10-oz bottles of shampoo, which means they’ll last longer than single-use plastic varieties, and work toward her goals of supporting the planet.
For the doodler: Metallic Marker Pens (10-Count)
Whether she’s making her own holiday cards, doing calligraphy or just doodling while watching a TV show, she’ll love this all-purpose set of metallic pens. They add a sleek sheen to virtually any surface, including metal, wood, fabric, rocks, glass, plastic and ceramics. Hopefully they’ll spark some creativity, or serve as a fun gift for writers to spruce up their manuscripts.
For the flower child: Sunflower Seed Bead Anklet
Your teen can channel their inner hippie with this sunflower seed beaded anklet. The Pura Vida charmer has a brass base and rose-gold plating. It also doubles as a gift that gives back: The brand provides sustainable jobs to artisans around the globe, while donating $4 million to charities worldwide. Plus, they use recyclable packaging and offer a plastic-free shipping option at checkout.
For the mani-pedi lover: Apple Cider Glazed Donut Polish Set
This Olive & June nail polish set is a feast for eyes and your tips. It has four long-lasting shades including a rosy neutral, sheer tan, pink iridescent and super glossy top coat. A helpful tutorial video ensures a salon-quality paint job. When buying gifts for teen girls, cruelty-free reigns supreme, so these vegan polishes—which are free from harmful chemicals—make the grade. It’s the perfect best friend gift for sleepovers and spa-days at home.
For the outdoorsy type: Way With Woods Fragrance
Pick up this Snif spray for an easy-to-wear scent that’ll make her feel like she’s out hiking or camping by the fire. If you’re looking for gifts for teen girls that aren’t super feminine, this gender neutral fragrance hits the spot. The long-lasting vegan and cruelty-free formula boasts a blend of white tea, mandarin, sandalwood, amber woods, vetiver and musk. Check out more clean beauty brands she’ll love.
For the yogi: Medallion Tapestry Yoga Mat
This Oak and Reed reversible yoga mat has an artistic tapestry design on the front with a solid mauve hue on the back, giving your indecisive teen two styles for the price of one. It only weighs two pounds, so she can easily bring it along to her dance studio for stretching or use it at school for cheer or drill team. It’s a cheap Christmas gift you’ll probably also want to buy for yourself.
For the planner: Magnetic Dry-Erase Board
If your teen is all about staying organized and never missing an event, this dry-erase board is a sophisticated take on an everyday essential. It’s sized perfectly for narrow spaces, so she can set it on her desk or dresser, or even stand it up on a pile of textbooks. Crafted from a sleek high-quality tempered glass, the helpful display adds style and practicality to her bedroom or dorm.
For the style-minded gal: Reebok Club Leather Sneakers
If you spot teen girls out and about, literally anywhere, chances are they are sporting classic white sneakers. It’s their generations’ footwear of choice for any occasion, so you know these Reebok leather kicks will get tons of wear. And if you’re wondering, here’s how to clean white sneakers to keep them looking spotless.
For the bling lover: Diamond Shaped Ice Cube Maker
Diamonds might not be in the budget, so this bling-shaped ice cube maker will have to do. After all, with teens, it’s all about feeling cool. These fun silicone molds create four oversized diamond-shaped ice cubes worthy of a spotlight on her Instagram. She can even get creative and fill them with fruit or juice for fun faux-cocktails. At under $20 bucks, this also makes a fantastic white elephant gift idea.
For the music fiend: Stereo Turntable
Are you searching for Christmas gifts for teens who are old souls? If she’s a music lover and collects records, this Audio-Technica turntable will be a hit. With a simple on-off switch and fully automatic operation, it’s incredibly easy to use. An RCA output allows her to connect to wireless speakers, too. The affordable price point makes it a fab intro to a world of vinyls, and a tech gift anyone will enjoy.
For the beauty buff: Day Dream Kit
Don’t let the name fool you, this Drunk Elephant gift set is suitable for teens who are interested in stepping up their skincare routine. The affordable and adorably-packaged kit comes with a brightening vitamin C serum and an ultra-hydrating serum. Plus, all their products are vegan, cruelty-free and made without any harsh ingredients and chemicals. The travel-friendly size also makes them superb cheap stocking suffer ideas.
For the shy teen: Table Topics Teen Edition
Your teenage years can be awkward, to say the least. If your teen is on the shier side, this Table Topics game will get the conversation flowing with friends and family. Designed for ages 13 and up, the game has 135 questions that range from hilarious to thought-provoking. She’ll be chatting up a storm in no time!
For the accessory aficionado: Frodo Wallet
This is not to be confused with anything related to Lord of the Rings (just keeping you on track). Wallets are wonderful gifts for teen girls who love to accessorize, and she’ll adore this Min & Mon version. Each one has a quirky evil-eye style print, and comes in 10 bold hues to best suit her style. The brand also makes cute card cases and keychains if you need more stocking stuffer ideas for teens.
For the gal who personalizes everything: Customizable Bracelet
Little Words bracelets make a big impact when you customize them for your teen. Each bauble is hand-crafted with crystals and beads, and there are dozens of color options to choose. The elastic stretch design fits smaller wrists, and she’ll appreciate the thoughtful personalized gift. More importantly, you’ll appreciate the affordable price tag.
For the scented diva: Hair & Body Fragrance Mist
She may be too young for fancy perfumes, so opt for this Sol de Janeiro hair and body fragrance mist when buying gifts for teen girls. The multi-purpose scent has notes of salted caramel, pistachio and vanilla. She can spritz away without feeling concerned about harsh chemicals, since this vegan fragrance mist is free of parabens, sulfates and phthalates.
Originally Published: November 23, 2022
