Soooo as you're probs already aware... Teenage girls are a bit of a mystery. However! Having once been adolescents we fancy ourselves as experts regarding teens—or at least when it comes to what kind of gifts they want. Sure, they can be guilty of not liking anything and returning everything, but if you take note of their likes and interests (even if they seem to change from day to day), you might surprise both yourself and them. The best gift ideas for teenage girls tend to be cute, on-trend, and, you know, cool (duh), and if you're at a loss, then we're here to help.
Perhaps, the young person in your life is a music lover who'd flip for an old-school record player. Or maybe she spends most of her time watching makeup tutorials on YouTube and would love a beauty gift, like a new eyeshadow palette or a smart LED vanity. See? Getting through to your teenager might be complicated, but shopping for them def doesn't have to be.
From a seventh-grade girl who's just entered her teen years to a 19-year-old college freshman who's about to leave hers, we've rounded up the best gifts for teen girls of all ages and phases. Scroll on for 77 unique and cute gift ideas anyone—even the pickiest teen girls—would love to receive, especially from a cool and hip adult, like yourself. And if all else fails, you could always go with a gift card (they love those).
It won't matter if she's a tween or heading into her early twenties; she will seriously love this clear lip gloss set that comesin yummy flavors like watermelon and cotton candy.
Is she obsessed with beauty? Then she knows the perfect place to store nail polishes, lipsticks, serums, and creams is in the fridge, and she’ll appreciate having a tiny personal beauty fridge for all her fave products.
Why did these leggings blow up on TikTok, you ask? Because they are so! Dang! Awesome! They're also fast drying, lightweight, and now available in a trendy flare.
If she's obsessed with her Nintendo Switch, then you absolutely must get her this Mario Party game. Bonus: This one is a digital code, so she can start playing right away.
Quality headphones are v important in a teenager's life! She can use these bbs to concentrate on schoolwork, prep for a game, or just relax and jam out to some tunes.
She's probably bogged down with tons of homework and just can't find the perf place to relax and study. Help ya girl out by grabbing her this comfy lap desk that will fit her laptop, phone, and more.
This cute macaron-shaped portable charger has a built-in mirror so she can check her makeup while her phone juices up—plus, it also works as a (*drum roll pls*) hand warmer!! Ingenious, no?
She may not have lived through the '70s, but she'll def still be feeling this retro striped phone case (which is available in a bunch of different sizes to fit every iPhone model).
Looking to spoil the ~youth~ in your life with something designer? Well, this is the bag of the moment—just ask TikTok—and it's the perfect finishing touch to any 'fit.
This tool dries, styles, and brushes all in one pass. For the days she wants to give herself a glam blowout, she’ll be pumped to have this hot air brush on hand.
Glossier and Gen Z go together like peanut butter and jelly, so any product from the beauty brand would be a safe bet, like this top-rated dewy look set, which includes serum, gloss, and cheek color.
If the girl loves astrology and her monthly horoscope just isn’t enough, this guidebook will help her navigate any relationship in her life, from family to friends.
Real talk: Her current carryall has probably seen better days. Level up her backpack with this super cool camo one that she could use for school, travel, or wherever she's headed.
The crimped/wavy hair of the early 2000s is 100 percent a lewk again, and I don't doubt that the teen in your life is loving the trend. With this waver, she'll be able to rock the Y2K style easily.
If ya look around, you'll see that Crocs are v popular amongst the ~teens~. With that said, I'm more than positive your young and free giftee will adore a pair of the rubber clogs.
These colorful combs would look so pretty sitting out on her vanity (and if you don't want the whole set, then you'd be glad to know that each comb is available for purchase separately).
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Whether you know someone who's super into reading tarot cards or a beginner who's a little curious about learning how, this deck is a great gift idea for either (and no, we're def not biased).
She doesn’t have to be a VSCO girl to love reusable water bottles. This one helps your drinks stay at the perfect temp and has a wider opening for easy cleaning.
If she wants her accessories to look a little more polished, then a leather-detailed crossbody will do just the trick. The cylindric silhouette and contrast trim guarantee she can wear it with almost anything.
Her outfit isn’t complete without a fresh mani. She’ll obsess over this stunning set of deep purples and blues that come in both solid and shimmery shades.
Is she really into her beauty regimen? Then a cleansing brush that she can use with her fave face wash is totally for her. This product is tailored to different skin types and eliminates dead cells so she’s left glowing.
If she's alllll about the home workout life, upgrade her routine with this yoga set. It even comes with a subscription to Alo's fitness and meditation program.
If she’s always the person in her friend group who documents every party, sleepover, vacation, etc., then she’ll definitely put an instant-print camera to good use.
This three-tier jewelry organizer can hold earrings, necklaces of varying lengths, rings, bracelets—pretty much anything she can fit on it. And the combination of concrete and copper is a cool touch.
A neon sign is much more exciting way to add light to a room than a regular table lamp. A teen girl would appreciate a fun design or saying like this one.
Her Spotify playlist will sound SO much better on a speaker. She can use it whether she is by herself and wants to listen to her jams out loud or hosting friends for a get-together.
A good pic is ALL about the lighting, and the same goes for makeup application. This light-up vanity mirror features adjustable LED lights and phone attachments, which makes it equally perfect for doing makeup or filming TikTok videos.
Jacquelyn GreenfieldJacquelyn is an Associate Shopping Editor for Cosmopolitan where she covers all the best products and deals out there.
Megan UyAssistant Shopping EditorMegan is the Assistant Shopping Editor at Cosmo where she covers all things shopping within the fashion and lifestyle space.
Kim DuongShopping EditorKim Duong is the shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering cute things that are actually worth your hard-earned $$$.
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