‘Tis the season for holiday shopping! One of the most fun traditions of the holidays is waking up and dumping out your stocking to open up all of the thoughtful gifts.
But creativity can be a big factor when it comes to choosing what to include. Not to mention, after spending on gifts, your budget might be a little lower for these small treats. Luckily, you can still find stocking stuffer options that are just as exciting to open. Below, we found under $10 finds for everyone in the family, from Lego kits to bestselling beauty.
Best stocking stuffers under $10 for kids
One of the season’s hottest holiday toys is also one of the most affordable! Appearing on award-winning lists, such as our 2024 Gifts We Love and Amazon’s Toys We Love List, this small package comes with two big selling points for kids: “Lilo & Stitch” and excellent slime pulls!
Lego fans will love building this mini-scale Ferrari race car. It comes with 62 pieces, making it easy to both build and take apart.
Fidget toys have increasingly become more popular over the past few years. They are known to help relieve stress and anxiety. This one has controls similar to a video game console for them to keep in their pocket or pull out when they need a small distraction.
Another option for fidget toy fans, this discreet keychain can easily go on the back of their backpack and be used anywhere from the bus to the classroom.
This isn’t your mother’s Rubik’s Cube! Whether they’re a kid who lives for nostalgia or just would like an extra fidget toy, they’ll get a kick out of this innovative take on the classic that features thermochromatic technology to make each color appear (and disappear).
Add some color to the holiday season with this 12-pack of rainbow pencils. If your little one loves to doodle or maybe hates doing homework, these pencils add some fun to any activity.
If they love Spiderman, get them this action figure that they can use to shoot imaginary webs from the counter to the floor.
If their favorite pastime is painting their nails, they'll love this kit that has everything they need to create a salon-worthy mani. It comes with a hand mask, three nail art tools, a French tip stamper and three nail polishes in varying shades of pink.
Associate editor Kamari Stewart-Jackson says she's gifting it to her godsister this year: "She's 12 and, like most 12-year-olds, really into beauty stuff, so I think she'll love this set."
Best stocking stuffers under $10 for teens
For just $3, you can give the gift of glowy, hydrated skin. Better yet, a few editors on our team use them and can’t stop raving about them around the office.
“I love a good sheet mask and I’ve used ones from TonyMoly for years!” social media video producer Anita Chomenko says. “They come in so many fun scents with different benefits. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer.”
You can never go wrong with a new pair of socks, especially when they come in 50+ colors! Whether they like basic hues or funky colors, you can bundle four pairs for under $13. They’re also a favorite of associate editor Erica Marrison.
Chances are, she’s seen this viral puff used by any of their favorite beauty influencers on TikTok. Perfect for picking up, holding and applying powder, their face will never get oily again.
Great for girls on the go, this mini brush from the customer-loved brand Wet Brush will keep their hair tangle- and breakage-free.
Bracelet stacks had a major moment this year and I [Hoeger] like these classic thread bracelets because they’re a no-frills addition to any existing stack you've curated. Pura Vida has partnered with more than 300 charities since its inception, so your money will pay off in more ways than one.t
For the bookworm who notoriously dog ears every page they come across, these felt monogrammed bookmarks will rectify that habit quickly.
This hand sanitizer holder for Touchland sprays is adorned with adorable pet ears and paw prints. Teens can keep their favorite hand sanitizer at the ready and clip it to their backpacks, purses or keychains.
Coquette-style hair bows are all the rage right now on social media and this four-pack is an absolute steal.
Whether your teen is washing their face, applying makeup or brushing their teeth, this headband keeps hair out of their face.
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Do his AirPods need a little more protection? This scratch-proof silicone case comes with a carabiner so he can easily keep track of it.
The coffee connoisseur in your life should perk up when they take a bite into one of these roasted Brazilian Arabica coffee beans from Peet’s coated in See’s Candies luscious dark chocolate.
For all those hard-to-reach spots that you didn’t even know could collect dust and crumbs, this bestselling gel can collect it all. Simply rinse off when finished to reuse it again and again.
Give them a laugh with this screaming goat that’s likely to become their new work-from-home companion. It also includes a 32-page illustrated pocket guide of fun facts and trivia about “everyone’s favorite farm animal.”
Sometimes the best gifts are the least glamorous, and this bestselling stain remover. It works on practically any stubborn smudge, splotch, and splatter you could imagine — red wine, black coffee, green grass and dried blood are no match for this!
For regular cleanings and to ensure that they’re receiving the best sound quality possible out of their AirPods, gift them with this cleaning kit that comes with a pen that includes a foam brush and a sharp-edged tool for clearing gunk out of the earbuds and case.
Do we even need to explain why this is a good gift for the man in your life? Thank us later!
A quality bath soak can do wonders for achy muscles, anxiety, sleepless nights and so much more. Fortunately, this Gifts We Love award-winning stocking stuffer has different options for any kind of physical stressor you may be dealing with!
If they love a little kick with all of their meals, this set is perfect for them! The mini one fits perfectly in any bag (or even pocket!) to add a little something to every meal. Melinda’s is one of Stewart-Jackson’s favorite hot sauce brands and she says the Ghost Pepper flavor doesn’t disappoint.
Does he love hiking or being outdoors? If so, this ‘70s-esque Popsocket is a great stocking stuffer. The top of it can be switched out for a different design, too.
Best stocking stuffers under $10 for her
Burt’s Bees is a tried and true brand for me [Hoeger], never failing to leave my lips and skin feeling better than before. It also contains an ingredient list of products that are recognizable.
This tweezer set is not only stylish and organized, but also easily portable. If she does her eyebrows at home or is waiting to book her next appointment, this eyebrow set will keep the hairs away!
Aquaphor has become a viral fix for dry hands and lips alike, and has been noted as the perfect all-in-one solution when it comes to on-the-go care, thanks to its size. They’ll love this soothing saver, especially during cold, winter months.
Salon Perfect is one of Stewart-Jackson's favorite press-on brands. "I love the variety of designs they offer and they always fit my nail beds so well. I've gotten the application down to a science, so I can have a fresh set ready to go within 20 minutes!"
Stewart-Jackson recommends pairing any press-ons with this nail glue. "It's hands down the best nail glue I've ever used," she raves. "I can use it with any brand and my nails will last minimum 10 days, usually two weeks (and sometimes even longer!). It also lasts forever. I've done more than a dozen sets with this glue and it still doesn't look like I've made a dent in the bottle."
Take it from senior social media editor Kate McCarthy: French hairpins are the new claw clips.
“I got one of these months ago and had no idea how to use it. Flash forward to one day seeing a TikTok explainer video, and now I’m noticing tons of influencers using and promoting these on social,” she mentions. “They make my hair look much neater than when I wear a claw clip, and it just makes me feel a touch fancier. A true win-win.”
This jewelry organizer is handy for those who are always on the go and traveling. It holds necklaces, rings and earrings, and is compact in size so she can throw it in her carry-on or gym bag.
One of this year’s biggest beauty trends is burgundy mascara, and this classic find from L’Oreal Paris is an affordable way to hop onto the bandwagon. If they’re not ready to separate themselves from a quintessential black ‘lash, the brand also has that option available.
A beloved bestseller amongst Shop TODAY readers, associate social media editor Dani Musacchio recommends this candle lighter because it has a 360-degree rotatable neck that can easily maneuver the wick. If they have extra room in their stocking, pair this with their favorite candle scent.
Give her the gift of flawless nails and clean cuticles! She can throw this in her bag, keep it in her car, or use it while watching television.
“There’s a lot of underwhelming chai teas and chai blends on the market, but this isn’t one of them,” says deputy managing editor Jess Bender. “Called an 'Easy African homage to a beloved Indiana masala,' its ingredients were sourced from a collection of small, certified-organic farms in Zanzibar with robust tasting notes of crystallized ginger, lemongrass and orange peel. I’ve used this in recipes spanning from classic banana bread to modernized pizzelles to peak fruit crumbles; they’ve all earned raves thanks to the kiss of chai!”
This gift card is any book lover’s dream. Depending on how generous you’re feeling, you can load anywhere between $10 and $1,000 per card. Talk about building a personal library!
How we chose the best under $10 stocking stuffer gifts
The Shop TODAY team works hard to find the best products and coolest gifts out there for everyone on your list. To find the best stocking stuffers priced under $10, we use our own personal experiences with brands and shopping to find the most unique gifts on the market that are sure to be a hit.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides for everyone on your list, including boyfriends, wives, in-laws, couples and more.
