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Search our lists of nearly 100 stocking stuffers for teens – stuff that they’ll actually want and will actually use! Good things come in small packages, and I’ve got the proof right here.

I’m sharing my tips and ideas for stuffing your teen’s stockings with budget-friendly, unique and practical goodies that they will love! There are over 80 stocking stuffer ideas for teen boys and girls on this list – small gifts and treasures that will be just as memorable and meaningful as what’s under the tree.

Bonus – Most of these gift ideas will also work as stocking stuffers for college students and tweens!

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Great Stocking Stuffers for Teens

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that Santa would leave sweet treasures in there!

Choosing Christmas stocking stuffers for teens in my family is one of my favorite things to do all year. These small and simple gifts can be the best things about the holidays!

I spend lots of time thinking about each person and coming up with stocking stuffer ideas that fit their personality; from my gadget-loving husband to my video game-obsessed teen son to my glitter-obsessed tween daughter, I get to think about the very things I love about their personalities and find little trinkets they will treasure.

fireplace, stockings, garland, christmas tree, presents

As you can see, we take out stockings very seriously around here!

The teen years can be the toughest years, as teens are spending more and more time with their friends and less time communicating with their parents. Gone are the days of mile-long lists and bouncy visits to Santa’s house. Gone are the days when wrapping up a tiny stuffed animal was all it took to get that crooked-toothed grin.

These days they want bigger, shinier, and more connected things, and we get bouncy visits to their bedrooms with their game consoles and phones in hand.

So, in preparation for this holiday season, I have compiled a list of teenager-approved stocking stuffer ideas for teens. There are stocking stuffers for teen boys and stocking stuffer ideas for teen girls, all of which have been approved by my own angsty teens. I guarantee you will find something on this list to please yours, too!

Expert Tips for Stuffing Stockings

  • Try to keep to a budget it’s easy to go overboard filling stockings.
  • Collect small trinkets year round. I have a big box where I toss makeup samples and other things that I get for free or cheap.
  • Splurge on a few things, but mostly keep items to under $5.
  • Keep the size of your stockings in mind. I’ve purchased things that I thought would fit and then actually didn’t. Keep a stocking in that box so you can see if things will fit.
  • As you collect them, store items for each recipient in separate boxes or bags. Cut tags, remove packaging, add batteries, and all other prep work before the big night. This makes things much easier on Christmas Eve!
  • Create traditions – my kids know there will be a chocolate Santa and a Christmas ornament in their stocking every year, and they can’t wait to see what I picked out for them.
  • FAVORITES LISTS! Have your kids fill out a list with their favorite scents, candy, flavors, etc to help you in your quest. Our Free Printable Christmas Planner has a blank (and totally adorable) wish list, plus shopping lists galore to keep you organized.

Do You Wrap Presents in a Stocking?

You don’t need to wrap anything that goes into a stocking unless you really want to. The best part is the stockings are the wrap!

We usually open our stockings last, after the gifts under the tree. 

How to Use This Gift Guide

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Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Teen Girls

  1. Oil Absorbing Volcanic Face Roller
  2. Laneige Lip Glowy Balm
  3. Ice Cream Airpods Case
  4. Shell Bracelet
  5. Snap Hair Ties
  6. Scratch Art Notes
  7. Glossier Milk Jelly Cleanser
  8. Tangle Teaser Detangling Brush
  9. Fuzzy Socks
  10. Lightning Bolt Earrings
  11. Cute Lanyards
  12. Manicure Set
  13. Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer
  14. Bandana
  15. Makeup Wipes
  16. Face Mask Subscription
  17. Sunglasses
  18. Crystals
  19. Butterfly Clips
  20. Makeup Brush Cleaner
  21. Temporary Tattoos

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Stocking Stuffers for Teen Boys

  1. Custom Face Socks
  2. Novelty BandAids
  3. Geekey Multi-Tool
  4. Thumbs Up Cell Phone Holder
  5. Dude Wipes for Face and Body
  6. Life Skills for Teens
  7. World’s Smallest Rubiks Cube
  8. Minimalist Card Wallet
  9. Shark Bite Socks
  10. Carhartt Beanie
  11. BOD Body Spray
  12. Drumstick Pens
  13. Paracord Survival Bracelet
  14. Podskinz Airpods Case
  15. Men’s Beaded Bracelet
  16. Bee’s Knees Hot Honey
  17. Star Wars Lightsabers Mug
  18. Dude Diet book
  19. Razer Gaming Mouse
  20. Polarized Sport Sunglasses
  21. Pajama Shorts
  22. Swiss Army Knife

More Teen Stocking Stuffer Ideas

These are perfect filler items and toys to add to your teen’s Christmas stocking. Take that wish list with you when you shop so you know their color, flavor, or scent de jour!

There are a lot of links, and then just a long list of non-specific suggestions. That’s when that favorites list will come in handy!

  1. Toaster Bags (Make grilled cheese in the toaster!)
  2. Apple Air Tags
  3. Philips Sonicare Toothbrush
  4. Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  5. Water Bottle Ice Cube Tray
  6. Airpods Ear Hooks
  7. Fidget Phone Case
  8. Touch Screen Gloves
  9. Popcorn Seasoning
  10. Pop Tarts Game
  11. Shoe Eraser
  12. Pocky Variety Pack
  13. Screaming Goat Figurine
  14. Universal Cleaning Gel
  15. Pickle Candy Canes
  16. Car Phone Mount
  17. Holiday Lip Balm
  18. Pet Selfie Portrait Tool
  19. Stress Ball
  20. Chocolate Santas
  21. Christmas tree ornament
  22. Washi tape
  23. Stickers
  24. Lipgloss/lipstick
  25. Makeup
  26. Body wash
  27. Lotion
  28. Nail polish
  29. Keychain
  30. Perfume/Body spray
  31. Hair Brush/comb 
  32. Small gift sets
  33. Toothbrush
  34. Hair ties
  35. Sunglasses
  36. Wallet
  37. Pocket Journal
  38. Headband
  39. Bobby pins
  40. Hair clips
  41. Inexpensive jewelry
  42. Candy
  43. Nuts/Snacks
  44. Gum
  45. Small notepad
  46. Pens
  47. Markers
  48. Gloves
  49. Beanie
  50. Handheld games
  51. Buttons
  52. Playing cards
  53. Phone Charger
  54. Popsocket
  55. Polaroid camera film
  56. Phone case
  57. Apple Music Subscription
  58. Gift Cards
  59. Gas card
  60. Cash

Gifts for Everyone on Your List

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Kristin Maxwell is the creator and main recipe developer, writer, and photographer of Yellow Bliss Road. A self-taught cook and self-appointed foodie, she specializes in easy, flavorful and approachable recipes for any home cook.

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