The 50 Best Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Teens

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Just like Santa, we're sure you're making a list and checking it twice. In addition to finding the perfect gifts for everyone this holiday season, you might also be thinking about stocking stuffers for the kids and adults in your family. Of course, that includes teenagers. We've rounded up dozens of the best stocking stuffers for teens that you can shop now. There are plenty of TikTok-famous products on here that might even convince them you're a little bit cool. Plus, we've highlighted useful items for 18-year-olds who might be graduating soon, along with fun games, toys, snacks and more. These gifts are (almost) all under $30, and some of them even come in multiples that can be divided among a few stockings.

The luxe skincare buys and delicious treats below might have you feeling inspired to add a few of these items to your own stocking wish list. From under-$25 gifts to useful organization gifts to gifts that support the causes your teen cares about, these stocking stuffers will be the star of Christmas morning.

Looking for more affordable gifting inspiration? Check out our guides:

Best Stocking Stuffers for Men | Gifts Under $10 | Best Gifts for Teen Girls

Lip Sleeping Mask

This TikTok-viral K-beauty product gets tons of rave reviews. It's a shockingly effective lip mask that feels luxurious and leaves lips feeling soft and moisturized, even during the dry winter months.

Personalized Keychain

This keychain is perfect for your 18-year-old heading out into the world. You can customize it with a loving message, his or her name, and a birthstone.

Shape Shifting Box

This unique fidget cube and puzzle is sure to be a hit. "Bought these on a whim for a stocking stuffer for my older kids and when the opening was done, everyone was playing with this toy," shared one reviewer on Amazon.

'I Am Everything' Affirmation Card Deck

This mindfulness card deck is full of affirmations to boost anyone's confidence. Your teen can choose to meditate on these cards, journal with them, or just carry them as a comforting reminder. The affirmations include things like "I am free. I release myself from the thoughts and feelings that have held me back."

Snack Box

This best-seller from Amazon has all the candy and snacks you need to stuff everyone's stocking. "I used this as a stocking stuffer for my family of 6 and it was the best decision ever!" wrote one reviewer.

Decompression Magnetic Metal Pen

This unique pen can be used to create little magnetic sculptures. It also comes with a stylus attachment so your teen can use it with their tablet or other touchscreen devices.

Cleaning Gel for Car

This curious gel makes it easy — and dare we say, fun — for them to keep their car clean. It's kind of like the slime they probably were obsessed with a few years ago. It can also be used to clean keyboards, remotes, and other small hard-to-clean areas.

Novelty Funny Gamer Mid Calf Socks

I mean, is it really Christmas without at least one pair of novelty socks? These ones are perfect for the gamer, but there are also options for music lovers and the avocado-obsessed.

Plant Personality Magnet Set

These goofy magnets all but ensure you'll be finding googly eyes around your house on plants, the fridge, and anywhere else your teen can stick them.

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Touchland Hand Sanitizer

Touchland hand sanitizers are adored by everyone on TikTok (and quite a few celebs) for their irresistible scents and unique packaging. Grab a few different ones for your teen's stocking this year so they always have one on hand.

Custom Leather Jewelry Box

This dainty box will help her keep her jewelry or other small items organized. It can be personalized with her name and birth flower for a thoughtful touch.

Apple AirTag

If you're tired of hearing, "Mom, where's my..." then put this gift in their stocking. You can also get AirTag holders that they can attach to their keys, backpack, or other items.

BomBombs Hot Chocolate Mix Gift Set

This adorable gift set comes with 12 different flavored hot chocolates, including peppermint swirl, pumpkin pie, and gingerbread. Each one comes in a mini cup that's too cute for words.

Sloth MiiR Eco Camp Cup

This insulated mug keeps their drink hot for hours, and even comes with a lid. Your teen will love the whimsical design and the fact that it gives back to a variety of charitable causes.

Olivia Rodrigo Stickers

If your teen is obsessed with Olivia Rodrigo, they'll love this set of 50 stickers inspired by the singer. He or she can use these to decorate their water bottle, laptop, notebooks, or anything else.

Scalp Revival Stimulating Therapy Massager

Everyone loves a good scalp massage. This can help work shampoo or other products into the scalp, plus it just feels nice.

Rainbow Sprinkles Eyeshadow Palette

If she loves experimenting with bold makeup looks, she'll be thrilled to pull this pigmented palette out of her stocking. It's also available in more neutral shades if that's more her style.

USB Star Light

This small light plugs into any USB port and allows your teen to create a starry night in his or her room. Plus, it has multiple colors and modes for them to play with.

Mini Portable Charger

This slim battery makes sure their phone is always charged. You might want to remind them that now they'll have no excuse for not picking up your call.

Instax Mini Twin Film Pack

If they already have the popular Fujifilm Instax Mini (or if that's one of the presents under the tree), you might want to slip a few of these film pack refills into their stocking.

Gel Pen Set

These pretty pens are perfect for note-taking, homework, journaling and more. The inks in these pens are pink, orange, green, and blue, which makes writing way more fun.

Small Bluetooth Speaker

This affordable mini speaker is the perfect way for them to bring their music or podcasts to the pool, beach, shower, or anywhere else. "This Bluetooth speaker might be tiny, but it produces major sound!" shared one reviewer.

4-Piece Beard Trial Kit

If your teen has a beard, give him this set of beard grooming essentials from Scotch Porter. The trial sizes of conditioners, balms, and serums can help him discover what products work best for him (and give you future gifting inspiration!)

They Them Pronoun Pin

This minimalist pin can be attached to their backpack or clothes to let the world know their pronouns. The same brand also makes "he/him" and "she/her" pins along with other pins that let people proudly express their gender and sexual orientation.

56 Pack Fidget Toys

Fidget toys aren't just for kids — plenty of teens (and adults!) enjoy playing with these sensory toys. This pack comes with 56 different toys, which should be enough to fill everyone's stocking.

Assorted Cookie Tin

These cookies are what dreams are made of. We'd recommend tucking a few of these away for "Santa."

Crochet Animal DIY Kit

Your artistic or crafty teen will love this adorable crochet project. It's beginner-friendly and comes with everything he or she needs to create a little fox or penguin.

RELATED: Unique Gifts for Crafters That Are Sure to Spark Creativity

Glamnetic Press-On Nails - Hailey

These press-on nails give her a salon-quality look that lasts for weeks. There are a ton of different designs, colors, and lengths, including this Hailey Bieber-inspired set.

Gooseneck Cell Phone Holder

This adjustable cell phone holder lets him or her stay comfortable while they're scrolling in bed or watching videos on their phone. It can also be useful for capturing videos or photos.

Black Truffle Sriracha

If you've got a budding chef (or hot sauce obsessive) on your hands, slip a bottle of this truffle-infused sriracha into his stocking this year.

Passport Holder

For your teen who's off to see the world, this affordable stocking stuffer is sure to be appreciated. It has slots for their passport, ID or credit card, ticket and anything else they might need.

Exploding Kittens Card Game

This card game is a sneakily fun way to get your teen to enjoy family time. "Now that my kid is a teen, she no longer wants to hang with her 'uncool' parents," shared one reviewer. "Now she'll come out of her room for more than just snacks and seeing her laugh and smile has been the best part of buying this weird game."

Vent N' Door Caddy and Sauce Caddy Combo Pack

This nifty device holds fries and sauce in one place for easy access. Now if only there were a gift that reminded your teen to take the trash out of the car when they're finished...

Advanced Snail Mucin Power Sheet Mask

These super-moisturizing sheet masks are beloved for their ability to gently nourish dry or damaged skin. Even if her skin is perfect, they're a fun self-care item. Just saying, we wouldn't blame you if one of these went missing before the stockings were stuffed.

Biodegradable Elastic Hair Ties

If she's like most people with long hair, she's probably in need of more hair ties since all of hers have disappeared. These ones are eco-friendly and made with natural materials, plus, they're compostable.

LED Glowing Light Saber Chop Sticks

Your resident Star Wars fan will love digging in with a pair of these light-up chopsticks. This is one way to make sure he actually comes to the dinner table the first time you call him.

Slim Front Pocket RFID Blocking Leather Wallet

If it's about time for an upgrade from that duct-tape wallet he made in sixth grade, consider this sleek option that comes in a ton of different colors. It has room for 12 cards plus a few bills.

Make Your Own Guitar Pick Punch

Any guitarist will get a kick out of this device that makes guitar picks out of used gift cards, expired credit cards, or other pieces of thin plastic.

RELATED: Best Gifts for Music Lovers and Musicians

Water Bottle Carrier Bag with Phone Pocket for Stanley 40oz Tumbler

If she's already got the TikTok-famous Stanley cup, then she'll adore this bag that keeps it safe and makes it easy to carry. It also has built-in pockets for her phone, ID/credit cards, and other small items. This could also be a good gift to go with a Stanley cup that's under the tree.

Natural Henna Temporary Tattoo Freestyle Kit

This DIY kit lets him or her create their own (temporary!) tattoos using natural henna. The kit comes with henna powder, henna solution, a plastic cone bag, an applicator bottle with a fine tip and 3 self-adhesive stencils.

Money Gift Box Puzzle

Let's be honest: When you asked your teen what they want for the holidays, they probably said "money." This puzzle at least adds a little bit of fun to the exchange.

Hey You Got This Tote

This cheerful tote designed by Muchas Flores is sure to put a smile on her face every time she uses it. Proceeds from this purchase benefit The Mental Health Coalition, so it's also a gift that gives back.

Wooden Zodiac Constellation Jewelry Dish

If they're into astrology, they'll love this wooden dish that has their sign on it. It's perfect for holding jewelry or other trinkets.

Men's Classic Gripper Slipper

Your teen is going to wear these unique, durable slippers all winter long. They're incredibly comfortable and cozy. These are on the pricier end for a stocking stuffer, so these could also easily be a proper gift.

RELATED: 40 Best Gifts for Teen Boys

Cleaner Kit for Airpods

No one likes to think about it too much, but AirPods and their cases get pretty gross. This nifty little tool is designed to get in those crevices and other hard-to-reach places and leave everything squeaky clean.

Succulent Cactus Candles, 18 Pieces

Candles are already a good gift, but mini candles that look like succulents? That takes things up a notch.

Multi-Tool 10-in-1 Carabiner

This tool is a great stocking stuffer for your budding outdoorsman. It's a keychain, box cutter, carabiner, hex wrench, wire cutter, ruler, flathead screwdriver and Phillips screwdriver.

Mongolian Cashmere Ribbed Beanie

Nope, you don't have to drop a ton of money to get luxe cashmere. This beanie comes in a ton of colors and is guaranteed to keep your teen toasty. And at this price, you might as well grab one for everyone's stocking.

Burrito Tortilla Throw Blanket

This is sure to give you a chuckle every time you see them wrapped up in this tortilla-inspired blanket. But plenty of reviewers say it's actually incredibly soft and comfortable. It might be a bit large for their stocking, but you can get creative.

Retro Slinky the Original Walking Spring Toy

It's a classic stocking stuffer for a reason! Your teens will get to play like little kids again thanks to this simple toy.

Shop more gifts for all ages

Looking for more of the best gifts for kids and teens? Check out our guides for every age:

• Gifts for babies: Best Baby Gifts | Baby Boy Gifts | Baby Girl Gifts | Best Gifts for 6-Month-Olds

• Gifts for toddlers: Gifts for 1-Year-Olds

• Gifts for preschoolers: Gifts for 3-Year-Olds | Gifts for 4-Year-Olds | Gifts for 5-Year-Olds

• Gifts for big kids: Gifts for 6-Year-Olds | Gifts for 7-Year-Olds | Gifts for 8-Year-Olds | Gifts for 9-Year-Olds | Best Gifts for Girls

• Gifts for teens: Best Gifts for Teens | Best Gifts for Teen Girls | Gifts for Teen Girls on Amazon | Best Gifts for Teen Boys

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