Finding the perfect Christmas gifts for women under $50 can be difficult, but it's not impossible, especially if you think outside the box. Our gift guide for her includes a variety of unique ideas, such as beauty products, interesting gadgets, and more — all for less than $50. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.
1. Adventure Challenge Scratch-Off Guide
These books include 50 scratch-off ideas for enjoyable bonding activities with family, friends, or that special spouse or partner. Each "surprise" adventure has an estimated time commitment and cost, which is typically $20 or less. And because each entry includes a space for a photo and notes, the books become treasured keepsakes long after the challenges have been completed. There's also a solo adventure version, a "naughty" edition, and bundles with an instant camera.
2. A Personal Message From Her Favorite Celebrity
Give her a memorable gift: a personal video message from her favorite actor, musician, reality TV personality, or other celebrity, which she can then share on her preferred social media platform. On Cameo, there are thousands of famous (and not-so-famous) people to choose from, with prices varying accordingly.
3. Corkcicle Stemless Wine Glass
The Corkcicle is a unique wine glass. For one thing, it's stemless, and because it's triple-insulated stainless steel, it'll keep that perfectly chilled white at the perfect temperature for hours. She can drink her vino almost anywhere because it has a spill-resistant lid and a non-slip silicone bottom.
4. Tile Mate
Tile Sport is ideal if she is constantly tearing up their house in search of their keys, purse, or other important items. The range of these waterproof Bluetooth trackers is up to 200 feet. Use the Tile app to track any misplaced item. Has she misplaced her phone? When you press a button on any Tile, it will ring, even if it is set to silent.
5. Audible Membership
Audible has over 180,000 audiobooks available for download, including many new best-sellers narrated by the authors themselves, for $15 per month or $45 for three months. Membership includes a monthly book credit, valuable discounts, and members-only sale opportunities for additional audiobook purchases.
6. Classic Key Necklace
When hung from a matching chain, a repurposed key makes an eye-catching pendant, and the purchase supports people transitioning out of homelessness. Make it extra special by engraving a word like "love" or "strength" on it, or personalize it with a message as unique as she is. Copper, brass, silver, or gold are available.
7. Thunderbird Blanket
We guarantee that these blankets are the bomb-dignity, and she'll thank you repeatedly for getting her one because she'll use it everywhere. They're super soft, come in a variety of colors and patterns, and are extremely affordable.
8. Birchbox Membership
Constantly trying new cosmetics and beauty products can be an expensive habit, but a monthly Birchbox subscription makes discovering new products simple and affordable. Each box will contain five curated product samples that will be mailed to her home.
9. Engraved Contigo Latte West Loop Travel Mug
This 16-ounce insulated tumbler would make an excellent Secret Santa gift for the office holiday party or for that coffee-obsessed friend who is always in the car. And every time she reads the personalized engraved message you added, she'll think of you.
10. Umbra Trigem Hanging Jewelry Organizer
This sleek Umbra jewelry holder is both affordable and stylish. Use the sturdy bars to hang long and short necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Rings can be safely stored on a high-gloss white tray with padding at the base to avoid scratching her dresser. It is available in both nickel and brass.
11. Hydro Flask Water Bottle
They're popular among teenagers, but everyone, regardless of age, needs to stay hydrated. Get her a vacuum-insulated stainless steel water bottle in her favorite color.
12. Succulent & Cactus Seed Starter Kit
A winter garden could be the ideal winter holiday gift for a woman with a green thumb. One of these tiny marvels can brighten her day at work or her favorite room at home. Garden Republic's kit includes four burlap pots, soil discs, seed packets, and bamboo plant markers, as well as one pair of shears and an instruction booklet.
13. Cinch! Luxury Wine Socks
These super-soft socks will keep any wine-loving lady's feet warm (and let someone nearby know when she needs a refill). They come in adorable cupcake-themed gift packaging.
14. Joseph Joseph Nest 9 Nesting Bowls
This set of Joseph Joseph nesting bowls and measuring cups will brighten her day while also keeping her baking essentials organized. It comes with a large mixing bowl, a colander, a sieve, a small mixing bowl, four measuring cups, and a tablespoon. Except for the sieve, all of the pieces can be washed in the dishwasher.
15. Gymboree Resistance Bands Set
If fitness is her thing, these durable cotton fabric resistance bands will give her a full-body workout. The set includes three bands of varying resistance in gray, black, and pink, as well as access to video workouts with the bands and a mesh carrying bag.
16. Homemade Living Bamboo Bathtub Tray
This bathtub tray has room for everything a self-care devotee might need nearby. It's made of water-resistant bamboo and has a wine glass holder, tablet holder, and other features.
17. Rabbit Electric Wine Bottle Opener
If you can get the bottle open, a glass of wine can take the sting out of daily cooking tasks. This device automatically removes the cork from the bottle and ejects it from the corkscrew, and it can do so for 30 bottles before needing to be charged. There's also a foil cutter built-in.
18. Super Spirograph
She's never too old for a Spirograph, and this 75-piece kit is the ultimate gift for an artsy grown-up who might be bored with adult coloring. Interchangeable spiro tracks allow all kinds of new patterns, and there's even a die-cast wheel that commemorates the toy's 50th anniversary.
19. Badger Sleep Balm
Badger Sleep Balm, an ideal stocking stuffer for insomniacs, is a blend of essential oils including bergamot, balsam, and lavender that can naturally help her drift off to sleep. It's made in New Hampshire, is organic, and is cruelty-free.
20. SnackCrate Monthly
Why would she eat ordinary snacks when she can sample sweet and savory delicacies from Germany, Japan, or some other faraway land? A full-sized starter subscription box contains 10 to 12 snacks (half-sized boxes are also available), and new shipments are sent out every month.
21. What Do You Meme
Give her the next runaway party hit for grown-ups if she's already a master of "Cards Against Humanity," especially if she's social-media-savvy. Pair the caption cards with photos from some of the internet's most popular memes, and the judge will decide who has the most amusing twosome.
22. Heaton Pecans 3-Way Assorted Gift Tin
Give her something delicious. Chocolate-covered pecans, oven-roasted and salted pecans, and praline pecans are all included in this tin. Furthermore, as Oprah Winfrey points out, you can feel "extra good" about purchasing this because the owners of the Mississippi farm where the pecans are harvested "donate all of their proceeds to help others dealing with addiction issues."
23. 'Wild at Home'
This book was only released last year, so chances are she won't have it on her shelves just yet. If the woman in question enjoys gardening, this book will make an excellent gift that is sure to inspire her green thumb.
24. Fizzy Bath Bomb Gift Set
A set of organic bath bombs in vibrant colors that can make her bath as artistic as it is relaxing is one bath product that won't go out of style as a gift. Each bath bomb has a unique scent and natural ingredient, ranging from lavender and rose to coconut.
25. Travel Cord Roll
Give her a fashionable and tangle-free way to transport her electronics with this vegan leather travel cord roll. It can hold up to eight charging cords and two plugs and can also be used to store other small items such as hair accessories.
26. Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
The Anker SoundCore 2 can provide big sound wherever she goes thanks to its sleek waterproof shell and compact frame. It comes in four colors to match her phone, has a battery life of up to 24 hours, and connects to smart devices up to 66 feet away via Bluetooth. She can also make phone calls using the built-in microphone.
27. InnovativeMap Scratch-Off World and U.S. Map Posters
With this map duo set, a world traveler can mark off her adventures. A large world map and a smaller US map are included, as well as a scratch tool, memory stickers to pin each new trip, and a magnifying strip to magnify the smallest details.
28. Sharpie Art Pens
Whether she enjoys drawing or relaxing with adult coloring books, these vibrant Sharpie Art Pens will be a welcome gift under the tree. The fine tips make it simple to work on details, and the fade-resistant, quick-drying ink won't bleed through paper.
29. Claudia Pearson Tote Bags
With one of these whimsical canvas tote bags, a gift recipient can show their civic pride or their love of cats, beer, coffee, and other things. Claudia Pearson, a Brooklyn-based artist, created them. Choose from a variety of cities or states, or select a tote based on a hobby or interest.
30. Mermaid Tail Blanket
What woman hasn't dreamed of being a mermaid at some point in her life? She can now stay warm and cozy with this fun and functional crochet blanket. I mean, it's got to be better than a Snuggie, right?
31. Big Red Rooster 6-Sound White Noise Machine
Nothing promotes self-care more than a good night's sleep, and this highly-rated sound machine can help. Six sounds are included: rain, brook, thunder, white noise, ocean, and summer night. It can be powered by the included AC adapter or by batteries and has an auto-off timer function.
32. Capresso Personal Coffee Maker
When she's rushing out the door, the highly-rated Capresso Personal Coffee Maker can help her get her morning fix. This stylish stainless-steel coffee maker features a permanent filter for ground coffee as well as pre packaged soft coffee pods. It comes with an insulated travel mug, but she is welcome to bring her own.
33. Rocketbook Everlast
Even those who prefer pen and paper can upgrade to the Rocketbook Everlast. It sends notes or sketches to a variety of productivity apps, including Dropbox, Slack, and Evernote, where they can be shared or saved for future reference. The pages can be erased with a damp cloth and written on repeatedly with a special marker, pen, or highlighter.
34. Hair Tie Bracelet
If she always wears a hair tie around her wrist, this stainless-steel bracelet with a tie-size groove can take her practical habit and turn it into a fashion statement. It comes in silver and gold and can keep thick or thin bands in place while also preventing them from cutting off circulation around her wrist.
35. Tatcha Skin Mist
Give the gift of skin hydration to women on the go — essential when traveling on planes or in the dry winter air. Tatcha's TSA-friendly, travel-size skin mist keeps even the most ambitious jet setters looking radiant. This mist soothes dry skin with just a few spritzes, thanks to red algae and other emollients (and very little alcohol, which can be drying).
36. Lush Jumping Juniper Shampoo Bar
Toting shampoo bars instead of bottles saves valuable space in a quart-size bag for other carry-on liquids. Lush offers a variety of products, including the juniper berry and lavender-infused Jumping Juniper, which claims to manage oil and add shine to flat dull hair. A floral oil blend scents the strands as well.
37. Kiva Card
With more than 1.3 million participants, microlender Kiva enables donors around the globe to lend money to people for projects such as growing a business, attending school, and adopting clean-energy systems. The smallest loan is $30 and, when repaid, the funds can be loaned out to someone else, making this a gift that keeps on giving. Sending a Kiva card to someone on your list lets them choose the recipient of the money.
38. Ododos Workout Pants
These fierce workout leggings are sure to inspire anyone who enjoys going to the gym or yoga studio in style. They feature a tummy-control top, a hidden pocket, and a variety of fun designs.
39. Clocky Alarm Clock on Wheels
She'll never oversleep again thanks to Clocky, a battery-powered alarm clock on wheels that can flee if it starts beeping, forcing her out of bed. It comes in six different colors and is strong enough to leap from a 3-foot nightstand without missing a beat.
40. Hamilton Beach Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker
She doesn't have to wait in line at a fast-food restaurant when she can make her breakfast sandwiches at home. In just five minutes, this Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker can make up to two sandwiches at a time. The dishwasher can be used to clean the removable nonstick parts.
41. Aquis Original Hair Turban
She can avoid damaging her freshly washed hair by wrapping it in a large, too-heavy towel with the Aquis Original. This lightweight microfiber turban is gentle on the strands and quickly wicks away moisture. It also stays in place thanks to a back button-loop closure.
42. Cinema Lightbox
She'll adore this quirky home accent, a battery-powered LED lightbox that she can personalize with short greetings or messages and looks like an old-school movie theater sign. It includes 90 letters, numbers, and symbols.
43. BASU alarm
Give her the gift of safety with the BASU alarm, a small but extremely loud personal alarm she can attach to a keyring, hang from a zipper, or slip into her pocket. The 120-decibel alarm is comparable to an ambulance siren, and the included batteries have a lifespan of up to five years.
