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Although itseemslike an easy task, surprising them with something unexpected and unique might leave you understandably stumped.
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That’s where we come in.
It’s time to graduate from the friendship necklaces, wine glasses, and gift baskets from yesteryear.
(And if you’re lucky, you could also join in on the fun.
Spa day or Animal Crossing, anyone?)
Glossier You Solid
Glossier
Glossier You Solid is back, baby, and better than ever.
And at $9, it’s a gift that definitely won’t break the bank.
Hello, kissable lips.
Plus, the engraving element makes their bespoke tube extra special.
In essence, this gift card is the perfect last-minute, this-holiday-snuck-up-on me present.
Don’t answer that it’s a trick question.
Your favorite person will emerge from their tub feeling lighter and softer.
Byredo Suede Hand Wash
Byredo
Practical giftsare oftentimes the best kind of gifts.
Byredo’s Suede Hand Wash is the chic soap that’ll turn aregular taskinto an actually enjoyable experience.
(It’s also shaped like a heart, which definitely helps drive home the point.)
And don’t get us started on the magnetic sunglass pins for an extra dose of squee.
Succulents like The Hoya are incrediblylow-maintenance, too, and only require watering when the soil is bone-dry.
Good luck not buying a set for yourself, too.
Whatever happens on Valentine’s Day is their own damn business.
Even high-end mascara snobs will be wowed by the lengthening and volumizing powers of this drugstore wonder.
(It’s the perfect way to start off each morning while they sip on their coffee mug.)
This Amazon best seller saves them precious time by drying, volumizing, and straightening hair simultaneously.
The hybrid dryer-brush design blows hot air out of the center barrel while ionic bristles smooth and style.
If you’re on a budget, Sephora also sells atravel-friendly version of this setfor just $45.
Other designs include this coolwood lamp, in-syncphoto frames, orfriendship braceletsfor an extra touch of sentimentality.
Slider’s tunes in the wonderful world ofAnimalCrossing: New Horizons.
It’s much more appealing (and interactive) than a Zoom date, trust us.
And if you’re feelingextragenerous towards a Switch-less friend, theoriginal Nintendo Switchis always a good idea.
At the very least, they’re worth a try.
They’re made with a relaxed-fit, elastic waistband, and pockets to carry snacks in, of course.
