IF you’re feeling at a loss about what to buy a teenager in 2025, we’ve gone straight to the source.
(The source being 15-year-old Daisy, who’s here on work experience).
Daisy’s a 15-year-old aspiring journalist who joined our Sun Shopping team for a week to give us insight into all the latest teen trends.
If anyone knows about all social storms and TikTok sensations, it’s her.
With Instagram and TikTok’s influence, it can be a minefield figuring out what teens actually want these days, so we hope this sparks some inspiration straight from the imagination of a teenage girl.
We’ve included something for everyone, from skincare and fragrance to hair tools and even experience days, to give you inspiration for even the most difficult of teenagers.
Best gifts for teenage girls
Sol de Janeiro
Sol De Janeiro, from £10
Daisy says, “I first heard about this from my friends and discovered that it’s the perfect scent: it smells both fruity and sweet and would look perfect on your teenager’s dressing table.”
Sol de Janeiro has been making waves online for the past few years, and the ’62 variation remains a best-seller.
The body spray makes the perfect stocking filler, or you can go one step further with the Sol de Janeiro gift sets, which feature the cult-classic Bum Bum Cream.
There are plenty of offers on Christmas gift sets at the moment, including the Bum Bum Party of Two Body Skincare Duo Gift Set for £25 from Boots.
Instax Mini LiPlay+ Hybrid Instant Camera
Instax Mini LiPlay+ Hybrid Instant Camera, £189
“If you’ve been told anything by a teenager about TikTok, it’s that retro cameras are ‘trending’.
“This would allow them not only to take pictures with their friends but also to hang them on the wall as memories” says Daisy.
Polaroids and digital cameras make an ideal gift all year round.
The photos are great for pinning up on the wall or storing in the back of a phone case, and they can be slipped into a handbag for use on holidays, school trips and days out with friends.
My personal favourite, the Instax Mini 12 camera, which I carry around religiously in my own handbag, is currently on sale on Boots for just £74.99.
EXPERT PICK: HAIR SYRUP
Hair Syrup burst onto the scene in 2020, becoming an immediate TikTok sensation post-lockdown.
The brand is offering Mystery Syrup Crackers for £19.95, which include one mystery Hair Syrup 100 ml pre-wash oil as well as one mystery Hair Syrup 50 ml pre-wash oil.
There are other single products to buy on the website, which would make perfect stocking fillers or supporting gifts alongside a main present.
- Shop the Hair Syrup collection here
Dreamland Hygge Days Electric Blanket
Dreamland Hygge Days Electric Blanket, £49.99
With a lush and luxurious choice of furs, an electric throw or blanket is the perfect gift for any teen who likes to cosy up and watch Netflix or is more of a homebody.
Daisy explained how, “These blankets can be expensive, but they look elegant when laid out on your bed and can create a warm, comfortable zone for cold winter nights”.
If you’re unsure which one to buy, you can find our round-up of the best electric blankets and the best electric throws here.
Alternatively, the Dreamland Hygge Days Electric Blanket and Heated Throw is currently on sale for 55% off on Amazon — now just £49.99.
If you want to compare other options, you can find our best electric blankets round-up here.
Anker Power Bank
Anker Power Bank, £24.98
A practical but essential gift: with teenagers constantly on their phones, this power bank is sure to go down a treat thanks to its ability to keep them from ever being offline.
Daisy noted how, “This portable charger would be perfect for any teenager, as it’s compact, has built-in cables to avoid the hassle of carrying and tangling wires, and keeps their phone charged at all times.”
Better yet, this Anker PowerBank 622 is currently on sale for just £24.98 – but if you want to explore more options, you can find our best power banks round-up here.
EXPERT PICK: P LOUISE
P Louise broke the internet with the infamous eye shadow primer that kick-started the makeup empire off and the gift sets and make-up sets that followed are constaly flying off the virtual shelves.
Dyson Airwrap i.d.
Dyson Airwrap i.d., £399.99
Daisy says, “Though these are expensive, they will rapidly speed up the process of getting ready for school or an evening out, as they can both dry and straighten/curl hair at the same time.”
The Dyson Airwrap has remained a staple Christmas desire for many teens, and since its launch, many dupes have cropped up on the market to combat the eyewatering cost.
A Dyson Airwrap can set you back roughly £400.
However, our shopping team of experts has reviewed some of the best Dyson dupes on the market, where you can find alternative models for significantly less such as this REVAMP Dynamic Radiance Pro Blow Dry 7-in-1 Ionic Air Styler for £99 (a quarter of the price of an Airwrap) and this BaByliss Air Styler 1000W for £26.98.
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush Elixir
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush Elixir, £62.40
Known for its sultry scents, the fragrance offers a blend of sweet vanilla with floral notes and is an easy, delicate perfume that isn’t overpowering, making it perfect to gift blind.
Daisy loved this variation of Carolina Herrera’s Good Girl:
“This scent is both elegant and delicate, and the shoe-shaped bottle would look perfect on any teenage girl’s dressing table or shelf.”
EXPERT PICK: GRACE AND STELLA EYE MASKS
GRACE & Stella eye masks have been going viral since the launch almost a decade ago and the powerful patches have proven their worth over and over.
The eye masks, which come in multiple variations have been proven (by us on the shopping team) to reduce dark circles, hydrate and firm the under eye area making them a social media frenzy more than worth the hype.
Better yet, a pack of 24 is currently slashed on Amazon to just £9.95 – working out at just 40p per mask.
You can find my review on the Grace and Stella Energizing Eye Masks here.
- Grace & Stella Energizing Eye Masks, £9.95 (was £19.95) – buy here
Summer Fridays Lip Butter
Summer Fridays Lip Butter, £23
Daisy says, “This first became ‘viral’ on TikTok; it’s both a mix of a lip balm and a lip gloss, perfect for everyday wear.
“These make the perfect gift, as they’re casual enough for school and fancy enough for events.”
Summer Fridays went viral in the past few years, becoming a staple in school blazers and taking social media by storm.
The buttery, glossy finish is high-quality and long-lasting, making it an ideal stocking stuffer.
Rehab shampoo sheets
Rehab shampoo sheets, £16
Daisy loved the affordability of these shampoo sheets:
“The shampoo comes in sheet form, with each sheet containing the perfect amount.
“They’re amazing for travelling, as they save you from bringing a whole bottle and risking it spilling over your clothes.”
Rehab took social media by storm when Stacey Solomon spoke about using the sheets to help recover her hair after wearing wigs.
The sheets cost £16 for 25, working out at just 64p per wash, making them economical and a perfect gift for any travelling teenager.
EXPERT PICK: MARSHALLS HEADPHONES
IF you’re looking to gift a music‑loving teen or a podcast fiend, these Marshall headphones are just the ticket.
They’re not only aesthetically pleasing but also comfortable, boasting an outstanding battery life of 80 hours.
I tested them for a couple of months and am yet to find a fault with the foldable Bluetooth headphones.
Better yet, they’re only £56 on Amazon and available on Prime, making them the perfect last‑minute gift.
- Marshall Major IV On Ear Bluetooth Headphones, £56 – buy here
Virgin Experience Days
Virgin Experience Days, save up to 80%
Daisy says: “These are perfect for any teenager, as they allow them an experience of a lifetime, to see either their favourite singer or a theatre show.”
Virgin Experience Days are currently offering 20% off with the code GIFT20, with options ranging from theatre trips, days out and luxury dinners to spa days.
Top deals at the moment include Paddington: The Musical with 20% off, bringing two tickets to £80, with financing options available to split the cost.
You can read our review of gifting Virgin Experience Days here.
Jellycat
Jellycat, from £14
“Jellycats are known for their simple faces and wide array of styles, such as animals or foods.
“They make perfect gifts; depending on which one you pick, it could be meaningful or funny, and either way it will be a cute decoration in any bedroom, no matter your age.”
Jellycats have also taken the internet by storm, significantly more so after the pandemic, and people have been racing to stores such as the Jellycat Fish & Chips Shop in Selfridges, London, for an experience.
Any teenager would have to have been living under a rock not to recognise their smiling faces, so this is another great option to gift blind.
