The Best Amazon Gifts Under $25 That Are Thoughtful But Don't Break the Bank

If their bathroom countertops are cluttered with beauty products, the Joseph Joseph Viva Cosmetic Storage Organizer will surely come in handy. This compact tabletop organizer is small but cleverly designed with two layers — the top half is used to store more commonly used items (like brushes, mascara, and lipstick) while the bottom layer features deeper compartments, which can be closed when not in use, intended for skin-care products. Magnetic closures mean the drawers stay put, too.

For Emma Chamberlain stans, this selection needs no further explanation: the Chamberlain Coffee Night Owl Blend. This yummy medium ground roast contains notes of dark chocolate, honey, and toasted walnut for a subtle sweetness that results in a rich, creamy cup of morning caffeine. Adorable packaging is the cherry on top of a fun but functional gift.

Ban.do's Self Care Card Kit contains 50 mindfulness cards that help prompt guided meditation, encouraging the recipient to take a few minutes out of their day to unplug and tune in with their body, mind, and heart. Neatly packed into an illustrated deck, they can keep this bedside in preparation for their new morning (or nighttime) rituals.

Our Roman Empire is achieving beachy hair in the dead of winter — with Revlon's Deep Waver Iron, the look can be attained in minutes. This under-$25 hot tool uses a ¾-inch barrel clamp to create defined waves that mimic the 'do of a mermaid. What else? An impressive array of 30 heat settings means fast styling and a swivel cord avoids making a tangled mess in their cramped bathroom.

Any sucker for good packaging would go heart eyes emoji over the Colorgram Eyeshadow Palette, a 12-pan palette featuring peachy nudes and pink shimmers ideal for everyday wear. Rest assured that every color is blendable, pigmented, and smudge-proof — despite being half the price of other beloved shadow packs.

Lukewarm coffee that's meant to be hot is annoying for any coffee drinker, and that's what makes the Stanley Classic Legendary Camp Mug a foolproof gift. It's designed with double-walled vacuum insulation that keeps caffeine piping hot for up to two hours. And for folks who prefer iced beverages, they're guaranteed cold for up to 10 hours.

Combine their love of reading, travel, and the gorgeous wanderlust imagery they've bookmarked on Instagram with 100 Trips Around the World. This quintessential coffee table companion chronicles adventures spanning six continents, with curated recommendations for cities such as Paris, Mexico City, and Venice. Plus, the book is lush with glossy pages and a quality hardcover that can dupe any recipient into thinking it cost far more than it did.

All hail the hyperpigmentation-healing power of snail mucin. Cosrx's Snail Mucin Repair Essence has flooded many TikTok FYPs to date and the hype doesn't seem like it'll die down anytime soon. All skin types, including sensitive skin, can benefit from this intensely hydrating formula, which consists of 96.3% snail secretion filtrate, hyaluronic acid, and allantoin. (FYI, snails are placed dark and quiet environment for 30 minutes so they can secrete as they please before being placed back in their homes — no harm induced.)

P.S. Also clocking in at $25 is Cosrx's All About Snail Kit, a giftable, travel-friendly set of snail mucin core products (gel cleanser, essence, eye cream, and moisturizer).

The recipe for a luxurious bath requires a tub and Herbivore Coconut Milk Bath Soak, a delectable blend of coconut milk and pulp that turns skin silky soft, targeting dry patches and dullness with every soak. A coconut- and vanilla-laced scent is the proverbial cherry on top.

Peripera's Ink Velvet Lip Tint is cleverly created with a hue range that ticks off every nude, pink, and mauve box of the "my lips but better" category, made more impressive by a velvety formula with a weightless finish. Plus, one application delivers bold pigment that reviewers swear lasts from sun-up to sun-down.

Multitasking beauty products are our thing because who doesn't love to be more efficient? (We totally never run late because we spend too much time in the shower or scrolling through TikTok…never.) While drying your hair, plop on the Nyx Professional Makeup Face Freezie Under Eye Patches: They provide a cooling effect to depuff and retain moisture, meaning your concealer won't look cakey halfway through dinner. Not only are these affordable but they're reusable, too — simply store them in the fridge until next time.

This glass jar of Paddywax Incense Sticks is equally chic and functional. Equipped with a lid that doubles as an incense holder and 100 incense sticks — Mint & Santal is pictured here, but you can also select scents such as Fresh Air, Cotton & Teak, and Pomelo Bay — this flameless (safer!) fragrance immediately fills a room with a fresh and musky fragrance that lingers uninterrupted for hours.

If their sock drawer is filled to the brim with mismatched pairs, add a touch of love (and coordination) with this Chunfo Heart Sock pack. Opt for the crewcut style if they're shoe choice is sneaker-centric; the ruffled version would look adorable peeking out over ballet flats or Mary Janes.

Entering Snoozeland is a quicker journey with Dr Teals Sleep Spray, a pillow mist that uses melatonin, chamomile, and lavender essential oils to promote relaxation. We love spritzing this in hot shower steam for a kick of aromatherapy and the three-pack options means you get to check not one, not two, but three coworkers off your gifting list.

Then I Met You Honeydew Lip Mask harnesses the power of antioxidant-packed honeydew — along with honey, squalane, and avocado oil — for long-lasting hydration that can be applied as a nighttime lip mask or a daytime gloss. Plus, lactic acid provides the gentle exfoliation necessary to bid adieu to chapped skin, ensuring their lips are primed for swipes of ultra-matte reds.

If they've been sleeping on cotton, help them make the swap to one of the most affordable and best silk pillowcases: the Bedsure Satin Pillowcase. Available in Standard, Queen, and King sizes (plus 23 colors), this $8 pillowcase is crafted from a delicate satin that won't absorb moisture from their hair or skin, resulting in a slew of beauty benefits: fewer tangles, less bedhead, less apparent fine lines, and potentially less tension-related headaches. 

If you're looking for a great present with minimal effort required on your part, this Burt's Bees Classics gift set is packaged in a reusable tin and stuffed with shredded paper — meaning you won't have to bother with scissors, tape, and wrapping paper. This comes stocked with the brand's most beloved offerings: Shea Butter Hand Repair Creme, Coconut Foot Cream, Hand Salve, Beeswax Lip Balm, Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream, and a multi-purpose Res-Q ointment.

Does your stressed-out bestie need a mental escape? Pick up Pacifica's Wanderlust Hair & Body Mists, which are packed with notes of island vanilla, Indian coconut nectar, and Tahitian gardenia, to boost their spirits. Each fragrance can be worn on its own or layered together for a unique signature scent. This trio takes the phrase "vacation in a bottle" to the next level.

This three-piece Super Lustrous Lipstick Set by Revlon allows them to test a bunch of hues — On the Mauve (a lovely nude), Pink Promise (a true pink), and Black Cherry (a deep purple) — and find their go-to. This comfortable cream formula will definitely win them over, too — it's lightweight, moisturizing, and long-wearing, which imparts a super glossy finish.

Daily sunscreen application is non-negotiable, and what better way to ensure they don't skip the most important skin-care step than by wrapping Innisfree's Daily UV Defense SPF 36 Sunscreen up with a bow? This water-based (and Best of Beauty-winning) formula is fast-absorbing and lightweight, using sunflower seed oil, green tea, and cica to soothe and hydrate — all without leaving a trace of white cast.

Lavanila's roll-on perfume is for your friends who are constantly traveling and can't pack their favorite fragrances along for the ride. This 0.32-ounce roller smells divine with its blend of fresh mango, creamy coconut milk, and island sugarcane and, best of all, it's TSA-approved and comfortably fits inside carry-on bags for long trips and tiny clutches for fancy events.

If golden hour feels too fleeting, we recommend E.L.F. Halo Glow Liquid Filter for a glass-like glow. This cushiony highlighter deposits a swash of subtle champagne, rose quartz, or gold while the squalane (the secret star of the show) adds hydration for a lasting look that provides a skin-like, never cakey, finish. Did we mention it won a 2023 Best of Beauty Award in the steals category?

Dry winter skin, meet your match. Not only does the Ahava Dead Mineral Cream Body Wash use the brand’s signature dead sea minerals and fig to add and retain moisture, but hibiscus also gently exfoliates and brightens with every pass of a body brush or silicone scrubber. Plus, a chic black bottle and art-forward label make this a gift that only looks expensive.

At-home manicures are made exponentially easier with fast-drying formulas, which is where the giftable Essie Expressie Quick Dry Nail Polish Set comes in. This foolproof, Best of Beauty-winning formula dries in a minute flat without needing base or topcoat — yep, you read that right. The colors in this particular bundle are fab, too: an appropriately named "Seize The Minute" blue-toned red and "Now Or Never" true black.

The Poppy & Pout Lip Scrub is the perfect way to finish a nighttime skin-care routine, particularly ahead of days you're planning on wearing matte lipsticks. This decadent treatment harnesses the power of beeswax, coconut oil, sunflower oil, and vitamin E to condition, while superfine sugar granules exfoliate dead skin for baby-soft lips.

From French pharmacy hauls on TikTok to celebrity "get ready with me" videos, the Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré is a cream beloved by the masses. With hydrating ingredients like aloe vera, beeswax, shea butter, and soy protein, this packs a punch of nongreasy moisture with a somewhat tacky finish that makes it an ideal makeup base. (No wonder makeup artists swear by it.)

Tone down puffiness with the aid of this RoselynBoutique Ice Roller, a genius $8 tool that delivers foolproof cryotherapy-inspired facials — without the expensive appointment. All you'll have to do is store the roller head in the freezer until you're ready to use it. From there, roll the ergonomic handle back and forth across your complexion and relax — muscles will be soothed; irritation will be calmed, and radiance will be restored.

At-home manicures are far less frustrating with the CND Top Coat Longwear Nail Polish. This Allure Best of Beauty 2023 winner should be layered on top of your color as a final step for a gel-like, chip-resistant finish that doesn't require a costly (or bulky) UV lamp. And not having to wait hours at the salon? Sign us up.

Virtuvi’s stoneware diffusers (another chic gift if you're looking to splurge) are made better by their accompanying essential oils, with the lavender option as a standout according to reviewers. Lavender is sourced from France, steam-distilled, and bottled for a relaxing way to unwind; simply add a few drops to your pillowcase, in a diffuser, or on your wrists to feel exponentially more zen.

Tell them to bid their loofah adieu in favor of Seraphic Skincare Exfoliating Mitts. These multi-use gloves provide a fantastic exfoliation treatment, gently removing dead skin cells to reveal a smoother texture underneath while simultaneously preventing ingrown hairs. They're also fantastic for prepping (and therefore prolonging) your complexion for a spray tan.

The Makeup Eraser 7-Day Set erases every trace of stubborn makeup with water, removing even waterproof mascara in just a few swipes. The best part? These babies can last up to five years with proper care — that equals approximately 3,600 single-use wipes. It’s also a far more gentle alternative that won’t tug or irritate your skin.

Farmacy's Best of Beauty-winning Green Clean transforms from a solid balm into a milky lather, using turmeric and moringa extract to remove a day's worth of stubborn makeup, dirt, and oil while papaya extracts provide gentle exfoliation. And unlike other makeup-removing formulas that err on the drying side, this formula is rich in sunflower and ginger root oils for a hydrating finish. Opt for the TSA-approved 1.7 fluid-ounce size so they can throw it in their carry-on.

Hair and skin get all the fun when it comes to leave-in treatments — but why not extend that courtesy to lashes? Formulated with moisture-rich biotin and nourishing avocado and sunflower seed oils, Grande Cosmetics' GrandeRepair Leave-In Conditioner can be applied under mascara (or right before bed) to strengthen natural lashes.

Mother Shea's Whipped Shea Butter is a compact tin of shea butter in its purest form. And while we've talked for aughts about the benefits of shea butter, here are the highlights: it can be used as a lip balm, conditioner, or moisturizer, helps soften stretch marks, is great for sensitive skin, and the list goes on. Lavender, eucalyptus, vanilla, and rose scents mean these work great as on-the-go perfume, too.

Manicure maintenance calls for Handmade Heroes Cuticle Oil, a surefire way to ensure their nails get the TLC needed for a long-lasting French. Colloidal oats and cold-pressed oils lock in moisture, strengthening the cuticle and preventing nails from becoming brittle or (*shudders*) splitting.

FaceTory's Lip Sleeping Mask contains jojoba seed oil and shea butter to soften and soothe, but the hero ingredient in this product is strawberry fruit extract — an antioxidant-rich superstar that also increases radiance. If the color of your lips tends to blend in with your complexion (we've been there), this provides a natural flush similar to that of a very subtle lip tint.