50 Must-Have Items on Every Teenage Girls Christmas List

Last Updated on November 28, 2024 by Michele Tripple

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Shopping for teenage girls can be overwhelming!  We have the Ultimate list of 50 must-have items on every teenage girl’s Christmas List.

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50 Must-Have Items on Every Teenage Girls Christmas List

Don’t stress if you have a trendy teenage girl to shop for because my two daughters (ages 14 and 17) guarantee the girl on your shopping list will be thrilled to receive these gifts they helped me select.

This ULTIMATE GIFT GUIDE is packed full of more than 50 IDEAS for that hard-to-buy teenage girl on your list.

Bath Bombs:  These are all the rage!  They come in a wide variety of scents and sizes.  This gift set is sure to relax a stressed-out teen. 

Karaoke Machine: This tiny karaoke machine is a huge favorite among teens in our home. Seriously, they love that they can take it anywhere with them!

Vanity Desk– Vanity Desks are the rave now! A place to do homework and put their makeup on is a must these days!

Dry Shampoo– Teen girls have jumped on the dry shampoo train, and these are my two favorites! If you want to splurge, be sure to grab this dry shampoo; if you want a budget-friendly option, this dry shampoo is for you!

Shine LipGloss: If your teens have yet to hear about Shine LipGloss, well let me introduce you to it. It is by far a favorite! It is shiny and not sticky at all. They will love it!

Kristen Ess Products: If you are looking for a good hair care line that doesn’t break the bank, look to this line! They have the best texture spray, shampoo, and conditioner.

Lululemon- If you have a teen girl, you know she wants Luluemon everything! But if you are on a budget and want a good lookalike be sure you check out CrzYoga! I actually love it more and it is super affordable. Check out these leggings, biker shorts, dolphin shorts, and sweatshirt.

Heatless Hair Curler: These heatless hair curlers are still a favorite among teens! Grab this one.

Mini Chicken Dashboard Decor- Who doesn’t love these mini chicken dashboard decor? It was at the top of our teen daughters list this year!

Concert Tickets:  (or other events such as a theatrical production or sporting event). This is one of my girl’s favorite gifts and one of my favorites to give because it creates memories and guarantees me some one-on-one time with them.  

Minky Blanket:  My Mom actually gave me a Minky Couture blanket for my last birthday, but it’s usually stolen from my bedroom by one of my daughters.  If you don’t want to go with the Minky Couture brand, which is a little pricey, Etsy has some great handmade options.

Room Decor:  Every girl wants a sanctuary where she can unwind at the end of the day.  Add some flair to her bedroom with some matching decor. Believe it or not, these deer head decorations are very popular right now, and many different wall tapestries were hanging in most of the dorm rooms when I visited my 18-year-old nieces at college.

Full-length Mirror for their Bedroom:  How else is a teenage girl going to take mirror selfies and check her #OOTD?

Elf Hydration Skincare- If your daughter is just venturing into skincare. I love the Elf Brand. It is affordable, yet still a great product. This bundle is a great option.

Letters to My Future Self:  I gave these to my daughter a couple of years ago.  I think she will love reading these letters in the future so she can remember how it felt to be a teenager.  

Face Masks- Teens love facemasks. This pack is fun for teen girls, especially for a girl’s sleepover!

Hand Cream- I love this hand cream set! Perfect for backpacks, purses, and your teens car. They love the smells as well.

Shower Steamers- Teen girls love shower steamers these days. Heck, they are my favorite too! So pick up a pick for her and for you!

Undereye Masks- Teens love the undereye masks. Grab a pack or two. They make the perfect stocking stuffer.

Apple Watch:  If the teenager on your list already has an iPhone, an Apple Watch might be the perfect pricier gift. Girls love being able to change the armband colors (think Swatches in the 80’s with a much more expensive watch). 

Cute Wallet:  Girls love purses and wallets. Grab one for her to keep all her ID cards and money in one place. These are some favorites: tri-fold wallet, cow or duck wallet, bi fold wallet.

Stud Earrings: These Kate Spade earrings are classic and beautiful.  They can be worn with a dressy outfit or a more casual outfit. For teens who love monograms, these stud earrings are a must!

Puravida Bracelet:  My daughters and their friends have between 1-10 of these cute bracelets on their arms at all times. A perk to this company is its line of Charity Bracelets that represent different challenges teenagers might encounter or causes they support.

Monthly Subscription Beauty Box:  I absolutely love this idea for teenage girls because it’s the gift that keeps giving all year.  For only $10/month, Sephora will send a box to the teenage girl on your list that is filled with trial-sized beauty products to try.  Girls love receiving their monthly box and being able to try a variety of products. There are also many other companies who offer a similar service, such as Ipsy or Birchbox or BoxyCharm.

Cute Shoes:  Who doesn’t love a cute pair of sneakers?  Right now, the teenage girl on your list is either eyeing a pair of old school Adidas shoes. And let’s be honest, I want a pair too!

Dr. Martens- Everyone is loving Dr. Martens this year. These 6 inch boots are a favorite, these Mary Jane Docs, and these.

Uggs- Uggs are still popular and for good reason! Opt for the mini boots; if you are looking for a good knock-off, go with these ones. If they are looking for the slipper type, these wannabee Ugss are perfect or opt for the real ones here.

Owala Waterbottle– Stanleys are leaving the trend, and these Owala bottles are in. Be sure to grab these!

Birkenstock Clogs- Clog shoes are popular! Sure, you can grab the Birkenstock Clogs, but I would opt for these look-alikes! They are super comfortable, and everyone loves them!

Loopy Phone Case:  When I asked my daughter which type of phone case is popular right now, she immediately said Loopy’s.

Gloves (to text with):  Because nothing is worse than not being able to put your thumbprint into your phone when it’s cold outside. 

Cute Socks:  Forget about boring socks.  Ruffle socks are the biggest rave right now! Don’t sleep on these. Teen girls are begging for them!

Hobby Accessories:  Does the girl on your list have a special talent or hobby that you can incorporate into a gift?  Ideas might be ski/snowboard gear, dance gear (such as a leotard, soccer gear (such as new shin guards), etc.

Books:  I love to buy books for my kids because I’m a firm believer that reading helps people become more well-rounded, critical thinkers.  There are thousands of great books for teenage girls.

Fuzzy Rug:  What teenager wouldn’t want to cuddle up with a good book on this rug?

Light Up Mirror:  My daughters use theirs every day when applying makeup and trying to keep their faces acne-free.

Popsocket: If the teenager already has a phone case they love, just get them a Popsocket to help them hold their phone. This one is compatible with the Magsafe cases.

Polaroid Camera:  Teens are still loving the Polaroid Cameras and this is by far the most popular this year among teens.

Perfume: Teens love Victoria’s Secret Sprays. I love them because they are not nearly as strong as many of the ones that are out there. I love the subtle smell they offer.

Beanie:  Beanies are still popular among teens and teen girls are loving these ones this year.

Electric Face Cleansing Brush:  Where was this when I anguished over my clogged pores as a teenager? Simple washcloths are SO last generation. 

Echo Dot:  “Alexa, play my favorite song!” “Alexa, do you have a boyfriend?”  “Alexa, I’m tired. Turn off my light.” Alexa helps teenagers take laziness to a whole new level.

Straightener or Curling Wand:  Forget about curling irons. Girls these days don’t even know how to use curling irons because they’ve learned to curl on wands. This curling wand can even make the beach waves everyone wants!

Beach Waver: This cute beachy wave hairstyle has been in style for a while, but now you can get it without having actually to curl your hair. Every teenage girl wants this new hairdo that takes less time than curling.

Makeup Brush Set with Naked Eye Shadow:  The Urban Decay Naked brand eye shadow kits are hands down the favorite in my house.  I bought the cheaper Elf brushes to apply the shadow and found that they work great, but there are many nicer options on the market as well.

Scrunchies:  Prepare yourself. I don’t want to scare you into doing the Thriller dance, but scrunchies are “soooo cool” again.  Girls love that they don’t leave a kink in their hair, and this brand has cute options that have a bow. My daughter bought an entire pack of these scrunchies last month and has worn them almost every day.

Mini Drone: Kids want these for taking cool Instagram pics.  They can be the envy of all their Instagram followers with this inexpensive drone option.  Just imagine the photos they can capture from above. 

Portable Phone Charger for “Emergencies”:  And by “emergencies,” I mean literally every day of my teenage daughter’s lives.  I’m not quite sure how they go through an entire phone charge while apparently studying in school all day (ahem, got off your phone, girls, and listen to the teacher), but this amazing little device holds almost 3 ½ full phone charges!

Beauty Blender:  Fingers are so yesterday.  My daughter uses a beauty blender to apply her makeup in the car every morning.  Heaven forbid she get up 10 minutes earlier and apply all of her makeup at home. 

Airpods Wireless Headphones:  Beats were the “thing” a couple years ago, but now all the teenagers want Airpods.  I don’t blame them. I’m hoping Santa brings me some to use at the gym. I love the Airpod 4s. They are awesome and even have noise cancelling.

Levi’s:  Yes, the same brand that has been around for generations.  That little red tag on the back of the jeans can turn a girl into a trendsetter.

Sunglasses:  There are cute options on Amazon that may be perfect for the teenage girl on your list, but if she wants some higher-end sunglasses, these Quay will get her many looks and compliments.

Gel Nails:  If your girl wants the look of salon nails without the salon prices, get her this set of gel nail polish as well as the light that sets the look. These Coffin nails are all the rage. Top it off with a dip powder kit, and she will be in heaven.

Sports Team Apparel from Pink:  Yes, even sports apparel has a name brand these days.  Pink by Victoria’s Secret makes the comfiest sports apparel, and the Pink brand is popular among all the teenage girls.  Just pick the girl’s favorite sports team off this list and you will be given many options to choose from. 

Card Game:  If you’re looking for a simple game that can be played with friends or family, this is a sure winner.  We all have awkward moments in life; why not laugh about them?

Bluetooth Speaker and Lamp/Night Light: This Bluetooth speaker and lamp has amazing reviews! Your teenager can listen to her music without using big speakers and it has a touch night light and changes colors!

Personalized Wristlet Keyring for the Teenage Driver:  Has the girl on your list gotten her driver’s license yet?  Last year I went on Etsy when my daughter was turning 16 and ordered her a personalized keychain with her name. She loves it!

Necklace Holder: This necklace holder is so freaking adorable and it’s available in two different colors. Now your daughter can organize her necklaces without them getting into knots.

Philosophy Beauty Products:  My daughter specifically asked for Philosophy brand shampoo, conditioner, and body wash a few years ago.  I was tempted to settle for a cheaper option, but once I smelled the products, I was hooked.

Olaplex Hair Products: Olapex hair products are a must, especially if your teen loves doing her hair all the time. Olaplex Number 6 is a must before drying your hair!

Alarm Clock:  I’ve been trying to limit my daughter’s time on their cell phones, so I’ve implemented a policy where they are required to turn in their phones at a certain time of night. Their first concern was being able to wake up in the morning since they used the alarm on their phone.  I quickly solved that issue by being them each an alarm clock.

Gift Card: If all else fails (but I promise it won’t with these great gift ideas!), you can always settle on giving them a gift card to their favorite store.  But a gift card never gets the reaction that the teenage girl on your list may give with one of the more personal options above. Happy shopping!

Journal: This can encourage your teenager to keep a journal and write about her day! These are great for them to read back on. Journaling is also good for organizing thoughts and feelings!

Silk Pillowcases: Silk pillowcases are a favorite among teens to help keep their hair less frizzy and look great in the morning!

Stocking Stuffer Ideas

When it comes to stockings, these are the things my teenage girl is asking for! They are relatively inexpensive and things they want!

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