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We’ve found wonderful Christmas gifts for college students and teens under $50. Some are practical, while others are just fun. We guarantee that they will love these birthday or holiday gift ideas.
Gifts under $50 for teens and college students
1. Phillips Norelco One Blade
Five in one electric shaver for Face + Body. Rechargeable battery plus icon letter your son know it si time for a new blade. Save 36%
2. Owala Free Sip Water Bottle – 32ounces
Love the bright colors and design of this #1 bestseller in the Travel & To-Go Drinkware category on Amazon. Lots of awesome colors to choose from, available in four sizes.
3. JALL Wakeup Sunrise Alarm Clock
This alarm clock does it all — sunrise simulation light with seven natural sounds. Gradually increase light from 10% brightness to 100% by 30 minutes before alarm setting time. There are many other options to help make waking up much more pleasant.
4. Apple Air Tag
When your teen or college student slips an Apple AirTag in their wallet or backpack, they will never have a problem finding it, especially at the last minute when it is crucial to get out the door for a class. Save 17%.
5. Apple AirTag Fine Woven Key Ring
This key ring, crafted from innovative materials fits snugly over your AirTag, so you never have to worry about it falling out.
6. SHASHIBO Shape Shifting Box
Award-winning, patented fidget cube. This fidget box features 36 rare earth magnets that transform into over 70 shapes. Fits comfortably in your hand. Many different patterns to choose from. Save 35%.
7. POPDARTS Game Set
Indoor-Outdoor suction cup throwing game for the family members who want a game to play during the holiday gathering and later. Very popular again this year!
8. SPIbelt Large Pocket Running Belt for Adults
Expands to fit anything you need to carry on a run. Comes in many color combos for the runner in the family.
9. THE GYM PEOPLE Mens’ Fleece Joggers Pants with Deep Pockets
And for the guys on your list, these joggers are 95% cotton, have a drawstring waist and pockets. Available in eight colors and four sizes. Save 20%.
10. Sol de Janeiro Jet Set Travel Shower Kit – 3 pieces
This set of three Sol de Janeiro bath products would be a very nice gift for your daughter. included is Delícia Drench Shower Oil, Body Butter and Cheirosa 59 Perfume Mist.Available in three different fragrance sets. This is the #1 bestseller in in Skin Care Sets & Kits
11. Aelfric Eden Oversized Sweater for Women
This might be the sweater your daughter lives in this holiday. Available in many pretty colors and six sizes. Save 15%
12. LEVOIT Air Purifiers for Bedroom Home Dorm
Levoit’s Core Mini-P system uses a pre-filter, main filter, and activated carbon filter to remove pollutants and neutralize odors anywhere in your home, with quiet features for sleep, trusted performance from the #1 air purifier brand, and best results when paired with genuine Levoit replacement filters. Save 14%.
13. Anker Nano Portable Charger
A compact 10,000mAh Anker power bank with 45W fast charging, a built-in retractable USB-C cable, two-way fast charging, smart display, and robust safety features—small, travel-friendly, and powerful enough to quickly charge modern devices like the iPhone 17/16 Series, iPad, Galaxy, Pixel, and More. Save 28%.
14. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
This leave-on lip mask that delivers intense moisture and antioxidants while sleeping, with berry fruit complex, murumuru seed, and Shea butter.
15. LEGO Botanicals Happy Plants Building Toys
Relax while building the Botanicals Happy Plants Building Toys. Save 20%.
16. She’s Birdie Alarm 3.0
Durable and ideal for walks, campus life, hiking, travel, and everyday safety — plus each purchase supports organizations working to protect and empower women. Now, Birdie 3.0 is the latest model of this #1 bestseller in Security Horns & Sirens
17. La Chatelaine Hand Cream Gift Set
This luxurious hand cream is three different scents would be a wonderful Christmas gift. Save 12%.
18. Jack Black Lip Balm
Jack Black lip balm is a top brand for guys but these lip balms are fantastic for anyone! Each scent is very nice, but mild, and they have SPF 25 for Lip Sunscreen.
19. OPI Holiday Minis – Set of 12
For your daughter who loves to try different nail colors, this sent from OPI includes 10 holiday-ready shades plus base and top coats. Save 30%
20. Magic Bullet Blender
The magic bullet chops, mixes, blends, whips, grinds and more. Effortlessly create your favorite meals and snacks like smoothies, omelets, sauces and dips. This is the #1 bestseller in in Countertop Blenders Save 36%
21. kate spade Travel Jewelry Case
A stylish, compact Grand Plaid jewelry organizer made from durable cloth, featuring divided compartments to keep earrings, necklaces, and rings neatly separated. Perfect for travel or everyday use. Several very stylish designs to choose from.
22. Philips OneBlade First Shave (Teen Hybrid Electric Shaving System)
A skin-friendly Philips OneBlade First Shave that uses glide-smooth, anti-friction technology for a fast, safe shave; it’s fully waterproof, easy to clean, lasts up to 4 months per blade, offers 30 minutes of use per charge, and includes a USB-A charging cable and accessories. Save 13%.
23. YETI Rambler Travel Bottle (16 oz)
Keep your teen hydrated with this TETI rambler that keeps drinks cold or hot for hours. Lots of colors to choose from and also available in 12 ounce size.
24. BaubleBar Bennet Tennis Bracelet
The Bennet Tennis bracelet features a strand of 2.5mm sparkling cubic zirconia crystals. Made with 18k gold-plated sterling silver. Looks elegant when worn alone or stacked with other bracelets.
25. Kinzd Leather Money Clip Wallet
This slim card case/wallet fits easily into pockets or bags with space for bank cards, an ID, cash, and small items. Four different designs to choose from.
Why should you trust us?
We are three moms who have raised 8 young adults and have been working on products lists for over 12 years now, making us experts. When selecting products we survey the Grown and Flown Parents Facebook group of over 300,000 parents of teens, tweens and young adults. We do opinion polls, surveys and ask open ended questions. We search for products that combine reasonable price with high quality and are recommended by our large following.
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