Shower *Yourself* With These 36 Inexpensive Gifts
1. The Official Bridgerton Cookbook — become the best cook in the ton! With recipes inspired by meals and treats that can be seen in the actual show, this cookbook will help you prepare a feast worthy of this season’s diamond.
2. A fun reverse coloring book where you get to show off your creativity by drawing lines around where colors already exist. Create a detailed portrait or let whimsy take over and allow you to free-draw whatever comes to mind.
3. A set of affordable noise-reducing wireless Bluetooth earbuds that are water resistant so you can sweat it up on your next run without worrying about ruining your music-listening experience. Plus, they offer a playtime of over 10 hours on a single charge!
These come with a wireless charging case that provides up to 45 hours of charge (with the earbuds able to play for 10 hours with each full charge).
Promising review: “I’m a musician who tours often and has used various headphones, but these I use for going to the gym or just general use to listen to music. They are by far the best bang for your buck! I myself now own five pairs. The battery life is phenomenal, not exactly sure of the hours, but I use them daily and only charge once a month at the most, so I get many hours of use. Recently used them on a 15-hour one-way trip to North Carolina and 15-hour trip back, so 30 hours and they were still running strong!” —Stephanie Phares
Get it from Amazon for $22.94+ (available in two sizes and five colors).
4. A skin-smoothing polar bear hydrating eye stick for reducing under-eye circles and puffiness. Its formula is enriched with glacial waters to help improve your skin’s elasticity. Get ready to feel refreshed!
5. A book of 642 tiny things to draw so you can give yourself the gift of curing boredom this holiday season. This lil’ guided journal will help you become the best doodler there is.
This book is only 5.4 inches tall, so it’ll easily fit in a stocking — multiple reviewers on Amazon said they purchased it as a stocking stuffer!
BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jonathan Mazzei says, “My girlfriend got me this book as a gift a few years ago, and it turned out to be even better than I expected! The prompts are super fun and help you to think outside of the box, even during those moments when you feel like you have no ideas. It’s great to casually doodle in while passing time since you don’t have to think of what to draw, but it also can be really helpful when brainstorming for creative projects. My girlfriend is a visual artist and graphic designer, and she loves using it to play around with ideas and make her think of things she never would have thought of without it. Plus, it’s small and super portable! Highly recommend!”
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
6. A mini wacky waving inflatable tube guy if you need a fun (but silent) coworker at your WFH station.
Promising review: “I opened the package and screamed for joy! As I placed the 9-volt battery, my hands were trembling with what was going to happen next! As I turned on the wacky waving inflatable tube man, I knew I have a friend for life. Someone you can really count on cheering you up when you are feeling down. He brought me such joy I started to cry with laughter and happiness.” —Robert Wurstner
Get it from Amazon for $8.58.
7. A reparative K-beauty snail mucin essence with a hydrating and hypoallergenic formula that can help reduce the appearance of dark spots and fine lines.
Promising review: “I was skeptical because I thought this was just an overhyped item, but within the first two days, I saw a noticeable difference in the glow and texture of my face. After a week, even more so. I already have a pretty solid skincare routine so I didn’t think this would make the big impact that it did. I highly recommend, and it will definitely be a staple of my routine from now on.” —andy
Get it from Amazon for $20.
8. A revitalizing hair protein treatment for conditioning and repairing dry, damaged, and over-processed hair. TBH I’m already obsessed with your hair evolution!
Promising review: “My hair had been feeling dry and damaged from heat styling and coloring, and I was desperate for a solution. This product came highly recommended, and it did not disappoint. After just a few uses, I noticed a remarkable difference in the texture and overall health of my hair. What I love most about this product is that it doesn’t weigh down my hair or leave it feeling greasy. Instead, it adds just the right amount of moisture and strength to make my locks look their best. I’ve also noticed that my hair breakage has significantly reduced since I started using this treatment. It’s like a protective shield for my hair! Overall, this has become a holy grail product in my haircare routine. If you’re looking to revive and rejuvenate your hair, I highly recommend giving it a try. You won’t be disappointed!” —Dana Robertson
Read our Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment review to learn more.
Get it from Amazon for $8.40.
9. A watercolor paint set complete with a carrying case so you can take your artistry on the road. You’ll get 100 paint colors, one drawing pencil, one natural sponge, one swatch sheet, and three water brush pens. Go ahead and paint that landscape like it’s one of your French girls.
Promising review: “Fun to use. Brought it to the airport and have used it for travel. Nice hard case and is very portable. I really enjoyed the pastel, metallic, and neon colors. I’ve used this set a fair amount since I got it eight months ago, and I still have plenty left in the pans.” —Marlee
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
10. A cute lil’ octopus-shaped blackhead remover to gently scrub away excess sebum and exfoliate your pores. It’ll help remove blackheads, whiteheads, and whatever else is trapped in your clogged pores.
Promising review: “I have combination skin (usually oily with dry patches) and am forever picking at my pores. My nose especially gets super fun blackheads. NOT ANYMORE! And if anything does pop up, removal is a breeze because my skin is so much healthier, and it lifts right out, and I can apply some toner or tea tree oil. This was completely an impulse purchase, but now it’s a staple in my weekly skincare routine.” —Andrea
Get it from Amazon for $12.50.
11. A “Gracula” garlic crusher — just because the Count has a garlic aversion doesn’t mean he can’t help you mince a little for your homemade pasta sauce. And it’ll only take a few seconds!
Promising review: “I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!” —Barbie
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
12. A moody sticker book that’ll allow you to tell people how you feel without having to actually say how you feel. Let your boss know that you’re “confused why they’re confused” with a sticker instead of a Slack message.
Promising review: “These stickers are hilarious, and I adore the first two pages of the ’80s/’90s nostalgia puff stickers. I will buy more of these because leaving these on notes to my peers, advisors, and labmates is just too much fun.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $8.
13. A pack of six aromatherapy shower steamers for turning shower time into a nice trip to the spa. Relieve a little stress with a lavender, eucalyptus, vanilla, watermelon, grapefruit, or peppermint steamer.
Promising review: “These are the best shower steamers I’ve ever tried. Usually, they aren’t strong enough, or they melt too quickly to even enjoy. They are also bigger than what you can buy at the store. One lasted my entire shower and still smelled amazing even after I was done. These are the best shower steamers, hands down. I would definitely buy these again.” —Krista
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
14. An acrylic book-shaped flower vase so you can combine your love of books and flowers. Become the Belle of your own provincial town because this is 100% giving Beauty and the Beast vibes.
Check out a TikTok of the book vase in action here.
Promising review: “The vase was so pretty I bought a second! They’re durable and very appealing to the eye. I will be purchasing more.” —kayla
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four colors).
15. A collection of s’mores ChapSticks because you never tire of talking about the perfect burn time for a marshmallow and the right kind of stick to use. Now your lips can stay moisturized as you chatter on about your fave snack!
Each set comes with three flavors: a Milk Chocolate, a Marshmallow, and a Graham Cracker flavor.
Promising review: “My mom and I are ChapStick fans, so I bought us each a pack of these. The marshmallow is clear, the chocolate is brown, and the graham cracker is tan. The color isn’t too extreme, but it will leave a little bit of tint on your lips. The flavors are DELICIOUS. Graham cracker reminds me of Golden Grahams cereal, and chocolate is just perfect. I love the marshmallow best because it tastes slightly toasted.” —Elle Ardi
Get it from Amazon for $3.98.
16. A huggable banana duck plush toy…that’s it. That’s the tweet. I mean, look at how adorable this little (but kinda big) guy is!
Promising review: “Once you get this duck, your life will be changed. It is soft and plush and perfect for snuggling! Banana duck is life.” —Sarah Kenton
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes).
17. Some cloud bath bombs for a spa-like treatment in the comfort of your own home. Plus, these shea butter bath bombs explode into a rainbow of colors! How fun is that?!
Promising review: “These bath bombs are so cute. There are four individually wrapped clouds inside a beautiful box. The packaging is very, very pretty. I could imagine these being really fun for kids to get them excited about a bath or as a great gift for someone who loves unicorns and rainbows! They make a nice stream of rainbow bubbles as soon as placed in the water and fizz for about five minutes or so. All the clouds smell wonderful, and the bath made my skin feel very soft from the shea butter.” —Rahil Memon
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99+ (also available as a four-pack).
18. A funny adult coloring book — if you tend to reach for a glass of pinot after a long day, this wine-themed coloring book will be a great addition to your self-care routine.
This even comes with a set of colored pencils!
Promising review: “Great design and very fun. I bought it for my sister, who is laid up with a knee injury. Brought hours of enjoyment while she is down and bored.” —tinker Kalous
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
19. An eyeliner stamp so you don’t have to trial and error your way to the perfect cat-eye. This smudge-proof and waterproof formula will keep you looking fierce all day long.
Promising review: “It’s so easy to use and fast! I wore this eyeliner in the dead heat of a humid Georgia summer and even though the rest of me was wilted, my eyes looked fantastic! I bought two sets — one for home and one for travel. I wear glasses so I have to get really close to the mirror to make sure I don’t mis-stamp but it’s really hard to mess up. I will be buying again definitely!” —Chloe H.
Get it from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three sizes).
20. A game of Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza because it’s easy to learn, fun to play, fast-paced, and a round is sure to end in a barrel of laughs!
Dolphin Hat is a small business whose mission is to create easy-to-learn games that are fun for the whole family!
Promising review: “Fun for the whole family! Even my 5-year-old granddaughter learned it with no problem and can win!” —E/A
Get it from Dolphin Hat on Amazon for $9.95.
21. An eight-second L’Oreal lamellar rinse-out treatment for shinier, healthier, and silkier hair in, well, eight seconds. Its amino acid-rich formula specifically targets damaged areas and smooths them out.
Use this two to three times per week after shampooing your hair, and remember not to use it on your scalp. This treatment is just for the length of your hair.
Promising review: “I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen.” —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $10.97.
22. Burn After Writing — a self-reflection journal with an amazing twist: Burn your confessions once you’re done writing them! One reviewer even noted that this book is “a wonderful way to let go.”
Promising review: “I first saw this book on TikTok and decided to look more into it. I purchased four total because I know some people holding onto things that are difficult to let go of. It’s a great way to look at things from a different perspective and truly hold yourself accountable to different things in your life. I love what it stands for and I look forward to when I burn mine after I’m done. Self love, self care, and meditation for a better state of mind tomorrow is always the goal. I definitely recommend it to those susceptible to change and the willingness to try things different. You’re so much more than what’s been done to you and someone’s inability to see your worth does not decrease your value. Choose you for a change.” —Brent Helm
Get it from Amazon for $7.70.
23. A hypoallergenic cream-to-powder highlight because it’ll give you that sunny glow you’re after. Radiance looks good on you!
Promising review: “Game changer. I usually wear bronzer and highlighter and this is an amazing combo of both!! Smells amazing and looks sooooo good!” —Ashley Hall
Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in two shades).
24. A super comfy blanket hoodie to help keep you warm as the temperatures drop. Plus, you’ll look like a lil’ cutie in this oversized fleece piece!
25. A lavender-scented face cream in a cat-shaped container. Infused with milk protein and silk amino acids, this cream will help strengthen, soften, and hydrate skin. The perfect last step in your daily skincare regimen!
Promising review: “I love this product and have been using it every day for three years! I have dry but sensitive skin, and many moisturizers make me break out. This one is light enough to not irritate my skin but also helps fix my dryness. A little goes a long way, so I don’t mind paying the price for this product since it lasts a long time.” —Caitlin
Get it from Amazon for $27.50.
26. A dimmable sad duck night-light who is just oh so relatable. He just needs to lie down real quick forever. This night-light has a 30-minute timer so you don’t have to get up and turn it off before falling asleep.
Promising review: “I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. This has totally filled a void in my life I didn’t know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It’s got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn’t mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It’s terrific.” —Literated
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
27. A screaming goat figurine because every now and then you need to scream but feel a little too self-conscious to let out your roar. That’s where this lil’ guy comes in. It’ll do the screaming for you! It even comes with a book full of fun facts and trivia about the ever-majestic goat.
Promising review: “This is a hilarious way to scream at the universe without hurting your throat. I often gift this to people who are struggling. It generates a smile and lets them know it’s OK to feel like screaming.” —meggysmallz
Get it from Amazon for $8.18.
28. A niacinimide face serum whose honey-like texture will leave your skin with a subtle glow! It also contains propolis extract, which is an antioxidant that helps soothe skin.
Promising review: “I started using this about a month ago and have noticed such a difference in my skin as soon as the first few days. I was having issues with my skin looking dull whenever I wasn’t wearing makeup, now my skin is noticeably brighter and I feel a lot more confident with a bare face. It hasn’t made a noticeable difference with my hyperpigmentation, but it has helped even out my skin tone all over my face. This is a new staple in my skincare routine!” —Nadhia Vega
Get it from Amazon for $14.45.
29. A Star Wars lightsaber chopsticks set so you’ll feel like a Jedi master during your next sushi meal. You can easily turn the lights on or off with the push of a button.
The chopsticks come with new batteries, but if the batteries go out, you can replace them with 3 x LR41 batteries.
Promising review: “Both my grandkids know how to eat with chopsticks and they loved the bigger size. All kinds of games could be played after eating, and even the adults were into a laser fight.” —Lynell
Get a set of four from Amazon for $21.97+ (available in two styles).
30. A convenient lil’ condiment fork if your love of pickles and olives is only matched by how much you hate getting soggy fingers by grabbing them straight out of the jar. Just place the silicone band around the top of the jar, and voila!
Check out a TikTok of the condiment fork in action.
Promising review: “Great kitchen item. Forks are great to get pickles out of the jar, but if you have kids/lazy people (lol) you know that dirty hands are going into that jar. 😉 This has really prevented that from happening. It comes with two different rings to fit whatever size jar, a stabber holder, and a stabbing stick.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
31. A moisturizing lip oil that also acts as a lip stain because we’re in our multitasking era. This silky oil will help soothe and soften your lips.
32. A TikTok-famous 1,000-piece puzzle sure to bring you a sense of adventure and accomplishment with each new detail you piece together! It’s even got a surprise twist ending once you’ve completed it.
Already got this puzzle? Check out Magic Puzzle Company’s newer puzzles!
Promising review: “I bought this as a gift for my husband because he absolutely loves puzzles and magic, so it was a no-brainer! I was honestly way more excited to finish putting this puzzle together than a normal puzzle because I couldn’t wait to see the end result. Blown away. I’m super impressed and will be purchasing a different version. Oh, and they weren’t kidding about the no dust in the box…very pleased with this purchase!” —Nlbrimberry
Get it from Amazon for $22.97.
33. A decorative cat towel as cute as it is absorbent. If you love kitties or have a few of your own, you’ll surely love these paw-tastic towels!
Promising review: “I did not buy this to actually use as a towel. To me it doesn’t seem like it would be good at serving this purpose as the material is not very absorbent, however it is great for decoration purposes. It is really, really adorable! I love how there’s little snap buttons to keep it in place. I highly recommend this as a decorative gift for the cat lover in your life or for yourself if you love kitties! Great purchase!” —Crystal
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 31 designs).
34. A deck of cat tarot so you can get answers about your purr-fect future partner or job opportunity. This fun feline twist on the classic tarot contains 78 cards to divine from.
The set also includes a guidebook on how to get the most out of the cat’s wisdom.
Promising review: “These cards are great! As someone who owns more than a couple of tarot decks, the card stock on these is superb for the price. This deck is friendly and has a very aesthetically pleasing color palette — even some of the darker cards of the deck are rather lighthearted. The images themselves are fantastic, cute, colorful without overdoing it, and not too gimmicky. If you like tarot and you also happen to like cats, get this deck!” —A. Asher
Get it from Amazon for $17.46.
35. A shaker of edible cocktail glitter that’ll turn any drink into a magical potion! And don’t worry, it’s kosher, gluten-free, and vegan.
Bakell is a small business!
Promising review: “Don’t think any further and just buy it. This was so cool and everyone loved it! I got the clear one because it will go with any drink. I will be the one to put this in all my friends drinks. Also had no taste so it was just the look. Sooooooo cool!” —gigi
Get it from Bakell on Amazon for $8.94+ (available in 17 colors).
36. An Arctic Fox semi-permanent hair dye to achieve out-of-this-world coloring sure to make you stand out from the crowd. This vegan formula is gentle enough for frequent use and even conditions your hair as it colors it!
Promising review: “Love it! The product smells fantastic and is easy to apply. I have fairly long hair, and one bottle was more than enough. I had previously balayaged my hair about six months ago and the color took very well to the highlights we put in. It came out darker where my natural brown is and much brighter (pinkish burgundy) where it was previously bleached.” —Rebecca
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 2 sizes and 20 colors).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
