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30 Best Gifts for Teenage Girls That Do the Impossible (Like Totally Impress Her)

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Let's be honest: Your teenage daughter, little sister, niece, or cousin is definitely the impossible-to-shop-for person when it comes to gift shopping. Their taste is impossible to nail down, and they're notoriously difficult to impress. Are Stanley tumblers still cool? Will she wear a bag charm, or is that already so last year?

Guessing is honestly a trap—and pretty much guarantees you’ll temporarily end up their least favorite person in the family. You don't want that! And neither do we, which is precisely why I've scoured the internet (and by that, I mean TikTok) to find the 30 best gifts for the teen girl in your life—ones she'll actually love in a real and totally not fake way. I'm talking everything from cutie little makeup sets to tech gifts and beyond. There's something for every personality, hobby, and niche trend you probably didn't even know existed... until now.

The best gifts for teen girls at a glance:



Scuba Half-Zip Pullover
Credit: lululemon

If she doesn't already have this Gen Z-loved sweatshirt from Lululemon, hit "add to cart" ASAP. And if she does, treat her to a new color!

This adjustable bracelet is perfect for any teenage girl who is all about accessorizing. The bubble letter font is trendy, and it's less than $50. Read: a no-brainer.

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A teenage girl and her photos go hand-in-hand, so you can probably assume how hyped she'll be when she sees this mini photo printer. This purse-sized gadget that requires zero ink connects to her phone via Bluetooth and will let her print photos whenever and wherever she wants.

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this travel-friendly mirror

Solar Eclipse Handpainted Compact Mirror

Handpainted Compact Mirror
Credit: Anthropologie

A purse-friendly mirror is a must for quick touch-ups on the go. They’ll be obsessed with this adorable teddy bear–shaped one!

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One thing about most teenage girls? If it’s small and pink, they’re instantly intrigued. This mini perfume set from LoveShackFancy checks both boxes—and smells absolutely divine. With dreamy notes of floral and vanilla, they're the kind of scents they'll be spritzing on every day.

The Fiona Beaded Bag: Icon Edition
Credit: Anthropologie

Beaded bags are having a major moment right now, adding instant personality to any outfit. I betcha this pink one with hearts all over it will quickly become her favorite!

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All Day Cotton Fold Over Flare Leggings
Credit: Victoria's Secret

When I was a teenage girl, yoga pants from PINK were the coolest thing you could wear. And now? This nostalgic favorite from the Victoria’s Secret brand is making a major comeback with today’s teens. Trust me, you’ll score serious cool points if you surprise her with a pair.

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this lip bundle teens can't stop buying

LANEIGE Berry Sweet Lip Trio Set

Berry Sweet Lip Trio Set
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Credit: Sephora

Teen girls and lip products go hand in hand—truly two peas in a pod. Treat them to this ultra-moisturizing set featuring the viral favorites from Laneige, including their beloved lip balms and iconic Lip Sleeping Mask.

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What makes this necklace so special? It’s essentially five styles in one. Each chain brings its own unique vibe, coming together to create a bold, eye-catching statement piece. They won't have to stress about mixing and matching layers! This set does all the styling work for them in one effortless look.

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this top-rated beauty set

Sol de Janeiro Beija Flor Jet Set

Beija Flor Jet Set
Credit: Amazon

I’ve seen one too many TikTok gift hauls from teenage girls to know this: a Sol de Janeiro set is a universal hit. No questions asked. This bundle comes with a body wash, a body cream, and a perfume mist.

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I’ve been spotting teen girls in Edikted hoodies everywhere lately—and honestly, I get the hype. Just look at this cool camo style. The pink bow adds the perfect fun touch. Don’t be surprised if they end up wearing it on repeat (because I totally would).

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this set of gorgeous claw clips

HAIMEIKANG 4Pcs Large Acrylic Hair Claw Clips

4Pcs Large Acrylic Hair Claw Clips
Credit: Amazon

Claw clips are an everyday essential she probably wears all the time—but when they’re chic and anything but basic, they become a gift she’ll actually get excited about. These glossy marble ones are guaranteed to win her over.

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Keep your girl safe with this compact alarm. When activated (by simply removing the top pin), a siren and a flashing strobe-light goes off. It might not be the shiniest gift, but it’s one she’ll genuinely appreciate—and use—for years to come.

This weighted stuffed dino is designed to feel like a hug for anxiety relief—plus, it can heat up in the microwave or chill in the freezer for added soothing.

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If she's officially entered her reading era, this leather heart bookmark is the perfect stocking stuffer. It's adorable and personalized, making it the type of gift she'll keep forever.

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this stylish two-piece set

Ekouaer Loungewear Set

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A cozy two-piece set with floral graphics has Gen Z written all over it. They can wear it as loungewear with UGG boots or for an outing with friends with platform sneakers—it's super versatile!

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this marble lap desk

LAPGEAR Home Office Pro Lap Desk

LAPGEAR Home Office Pro Lap Desk
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Credit: Amazon

She's probably bogged down with tons of homework and just can't find the perfect place to relax and study. Help out by grabbing this comfy lap desk. It has ample space for a device, plus a specific slot for a smartphone and a mousepad.

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this spacious jewelry box

Quince Leather Jewelry Box

Leather Jewelry Box

This sleek leather jewelry organizer has a micro suede interior lining that prevents tarnishing, and lift-up compartment trays for even more storage than you'd realize.

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This packing set comes with all the essentials for streamlined luggage (break her of that overpacking habit young!) and the personalized touch just makes the cubes so much more special. She'll use them forever.

Lola Blankets are viral for a reason—they really are that soft. Wrap up in one and you’ll get it (or just read Shopping Editor Hannah Oh's review here for the full scoop).

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Kim Duong
Deputy Shopping Director

Kim Duong is the Deputy Shopping Director at Cosmopolitan, overseeing shopping coverage online for all things fashion, lifestyle, beauty, and sex. When she's not musing about which products are actually worth your hard-earned cash, she's also writing (sometimes slightly unhinged) fashion content in print. You can find her previous writing in Refinery29, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, and StyleCaster. Follow her on Instagram for bottomless cute dog content and did-that-really-happen-to-me story times in her highlights. 

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Megan Uy
Associate Shopping Editor

Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok

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