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50 Best Gifts on Amazon That Our Editors Are Obsessed With

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If you’re not doing your gift shopping on Amazon, it’s time to start. Where else can you buy presents for your mom, dad, brother, and/or besties all at the same time at major discounts with free and fast shipping? No matter who you're shopping for or the occasion, Amazon is *the* place for all things gifting.

There's quite literally no better time than the present to shop for holiday gifts (pun intended). And who knows, you might even find something you want for yourself along the way! You deserve it. Not a Prime member yet? Consider this a sign to start a 30-day free trial to try it out! So, don't wait until the last minute this year, you can browse all the best gifts on Amazon right here, right now—and, hey, a ton of these hand-picked gifts are even on sale for Black Friday!



1
these cosmetic cases

Honitty Makeup Bags

Makeup Bags
Now 32% Off

This set of pouches is probs the most useful gift you can give (did someone say stocking stuffer?!). Bonus points if you throw some of their fave beauty products inside for an extra lil gift.

2
this compact camera

CAMKORY Digital Camera

Digital Camera

Did you know that the newest (yet oldest) tech trend is the digital camera?! If you can't find yours from 2007, snag this one for less than $40!

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Cozy boots are an unfailing gift, and this pair is nearly 50% off (!!!) for Black Friday right freaking now.

4
a pair of must-have headphones

Apple AirPods Max

AirPods Max
Now 27% Off

Give the gift of an immediate audio upgrade with these over-ear headphones with active noise canceling. Perfect for the Apple fan in your life.

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This viral overnight face mask is everywhere on TikTok, but sells out fast, so it's pretty much guaranteed to be a hit. The super hydrating sheet mask goes on white, but after 3-4 hours of absorption turns clear, allowing you to wake up with g-l-o-w-i-n-g skin.

A few hours wearing this silky hair rod will leave them with curls that rival a salon blowout, no joke.

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This multi-use tool is a skincare lover's dream, and not just because Hailey Bieber uses it to help get her iconic glazed donut skin look. The Medicube Age-R Booster Pro combines the power of microcurrent and LED treatment to tackle a variety of skin concerns.

If they don’t have a soft blanket to cocoon in, it’s about time you change their life for the better. This cozy throw will be their new favorite couch accessory.

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Amazon's Kindle just keeps getting better and better. This new edition e-reader is super lightweight, so great for commuting, and offers a glare-free display, so you'll never have to frantically look for shade before reading the next page.

10
this sophisticated smart ring

Oura Ring Gen3 Horizon

On Sale
Ring Gen3 Horizon

This Cosmo-approved gadget is perfect for people who care about their health and their style.

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A small, portable, clip on light is the perfect gift for your friend who's always Facetiming with family, on a video call for work, or taking selfies. Trust me, they will thank you.

12
this nifty cocktail kit

Mixology Bartender Kit

Bartender Kit

This 14-piece cocktail kit is a great gift for any budding bartender in your life. Bonus: you might be the one doing the gifting, but think of all the free cocktails you'll get in return!

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When I tell you that I am in love with my Hey Dewy humidifier, I mean it. It's so easy to use and clean—a rarity among humidifiers—it's cute, and it keeps my bedroom from getting too dry overnight. It's a total game changer, and whoever receives this gift will think so too.

To paraphrase the iconic Christmas movie Love Actually, sometimes it's best not to give someone something they need, but something they want. Luxury hair care might not be a basic necessity, but is it a want? If you want hair that shines like the sun, then absolutely, yes.

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This Always Pan set comes with a 10.5" Always Pan with a modular lid, a beachwood spatula, and a stainless steel steamer/colander—everything a budding cook could want!

It's fashion law that you can't go wrong with a cozy sweater or a bomber jacket, so a two-in-one like this bomber cardigan is a no-brainer! My fave part: It comes in three colors and 11 sizes (XXS-5X)!

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17
this super slim treadmill

Yagud Under Desk Treadmill

On Sale
Under Desk Treadmill
Now 31% Off

If they spend most of their WFH day sitting at a desk, this walking pad will be a great addition to their makeshift office set up. And it’s constantly on sale!

Not only is this kitchen gadget on major sale, but now you can stop saying, “Oh my gosh, you don’t have an air fryer?!”. Worth it!

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This crisp white Keurig maker would make any coffee drinker happy. You can give it to your younger sibling heading off to college for the first time or bring it to your next housewarming for a seriously nice gift.

On Sale
One-Step Hair Dryer And Volumizer
Now 22% Off

A perfect blowout without the salon price tag? Sounds like a pretty good gift to me.

Headshot of Jasmine Hyman

Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals. 

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Olivia Truffaut-Wong is an editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers beauty, entertainment, and lifestyle. She loves finding and testing the best skincare products to recommend, like the best tinted sunscreens, and is always researching the best cat accessories for her fur baby. She has over 10 years of experience as an entertainment and culture writer and editor, and her work has been featured in The Cut, Refinery29, Teen Vogue, Polygon, Bustle, and more.  

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