What’s the secret to finding the perfect stocking stuffer? Maybe it’s something small and fun or useful in that “I didn’t even realize how much I needed this” sort of way. Good thing there’s room in the stocking for a bit of both (and maybe a few tasty treats, too). This year, you won’t even have to wait until the stockings are on the mantle to find everything you want to stuff them with. Our experts have searched high and low and found 41 stocking stuffers we think you’re gonna love. Clear some space in your favorite gift hiding place because some of these stocking stuffers are totally irresistible.
Hold on tight to these pretty PopSockets
If a new phone already has a bow on it, a PopSocket would be a welcome accessory. These are great for propping up your screen or just getting a more comfortable grip for that holiday family photo. Bonus: they come in some seriously cute colors.
These social media famous pimple patches are the star of the show
It’s not just that these pimple patches help unclog pores, shrink and soothe problem spots, and dissolve dead skin cells. They’re also just so cute, so it’s easy to see why you might have noticed them taking off as a popular beauty accessory as much as a functional skin treatment.
This suction phone case is a hit with TikTokers
This silicone suction phone case lets you stick your phone almost anywhere. Whether they’re nailing a TikTok dance or just need a free hand while grabbing the laundry, this cool case lets them go hands-free.
A new kind of dinner roll just dropped
What’s for dinner? With this fun set of dinner dice, you can leave the decision to someone who isn’t you. Roll for pizza, sushi, steak, and more. Your stocking stuffer can turn mealtimes into mysteries.
Get holiday season vibes all year long with this Sweet Water Decor scented candle
Breathe in some serious warm and cozy vibes anytime with this Sweet Water Decor jarred candle. With a festive mix of cinnamon, pine, clove, and orange notes, it can fill the room with a scent that’s neither too sweet nor too spicy for up to 40 hours. Made in the USA.
Thumbs up for this unique phone stand
This thumbs-up phone stand nails that blend of fun and function. Fully adjustable with a 360-degree rotation, this phone prop is great for watching videos, gaming, or hopping on a call. A total thumbs up.
This makeup brush kit is a beautiful gift for a beautiful person
This set of makeup brushes is perfect for blending, counting, and making the holidays special for your favorite beauty guru. This set comes with four brushes and two complexion sponges that are easy to use and easy to clean.
Help them relax with a set of magnetic fidget rings
Fill their stocking with fun with a set of magnetic fidget rings they can flip, twirl, and enjoy all year. These fun fidget toys are vibrant, durable, and they’re a great gift for teens and adults who like to keep their hands busy.
Pop these VELCRO cable organizers into Dad’s stocking
Sometimes, it’s the useful gifts that get the biggest reaction. These VELCRO cable organizers are durable, rust-resistant, and can hold up to 100 pounds. Hang them behind the TV to keep all your cables in order, or use them to prevent tangled extension cords. This might finally be the year the garage gets organized.
Bring salon luxury home with a glass nail file
Time to absolutely nail stocking stuffer shopping. This glass nail file can file, buff, or polish nails for a durable, tidy finish. It’s a luxe little gift most won’t think to buy themselves. Don’t worry about broken glass. It has its own durable case that’s cute and totally travel-ready.
Display all those holiday memories like a pro with a picture hanging kit
Picture this: You’re looking for stocking stuffers for someone fresh into a new apartment and find this picture hanging kit. With a built-in level and a full set of hooks, nails, and rings, this is a picture-perfect gift.
Keep their brains busy, even during winter break with this brain teaser travel game
Clever kids may love this brain teaser travel game. Whether they’re looking for a challenge or a fun way to pass the time on a road trip, this collection of 100 brain teasers is a great way to go. Each card has its own riddle, and some of them are pretty tough, but that just means it’s more satisfying when you find the right answer.
A HotHands multipack can keep your loved ones warm through winter
Gift shopping for someone who’s always shivering? This HotHands variety pack can keep them cozy all season. This pack comes with hand, foot, and body warmers, so they can get toasty even in bitter winter weather.
These Sneaker Balls deodorizers will go from stocking to shoe so fast
Athletes and teenagers have one thing in common: stinky feet. But these shoe deodorizing balls fight the funk fast. Pop one of these in a ripe gym bag, smelly shoe, or even a locker. This might be the only stocking stuffer that goes back into a sock.
Laundry day just got cuter with a set of penguin dryer balls
Did you know there’s a cuter way to soften your laundry? These Friendsheep reusable dryer balls reduce drying time and static, and they even look like little penguins. These are such fun, smart gifts, and you can get them for practically anybody. Also available in sheep, bee, ladybug, panda, and pig designs.
These Dr. Scholl’s foot masks are a treat for the feet
This year, your stocking stuffer can give someone’s feet some serious TLC. This set of Dr. Scholl’s slip-on bootie foot masks are packed with shea butter, macadamia oil, urea, and essential oils to help heal dry, cracked feet.
Maybe you can keep a few of these scented hand creams for yourself
This is as much a gift for you as it is for your loved ones because you can get a 10-pack of natural hand creams and give them to practically everyone you know. And they smell incredible, too.
Make a normal part of their day into something fun with soda-flavored lip balms
Tastes like nostalgia. These Lip Smacker soda-flavored lip balms keep your lips shiny, and they taste just like Cherry Coke, Orange Fanta, and other favorite flavors. Eight come in a pack, so everyone gets a unique flavor.
They can carry this cologne in their pocket
Cologne is a classic gift for men, and this four-pack of Viking Revolution cologne is a solid choice. With rugged scents like sandalwood and cedar, these travel-friendly scented balms are some serious confidence boosters.
Family game night’s on now that Catch Phrase went electronic
The ’90s called—and said it’s time to play Catch Phrase again. Team up for this word-guessing game and move as fast as you can. This simple game is a fun choice for families, friends, or college students. There are over 5,000 words and phrases across five categories, so don’t worry; you won’t be running into repeats any time soon.
This classic 4-in-a-row game is now travel-sized
Easy to learn and fun to play, this bite-sized game of Pup Go 4-in-a-Line is a great choice for kids and traveling families. Just line up four discs in any direction to win. Six extras are included in case you lose any.
Even smarties may be puzzled by these metal wire puzzles
Give a challenge this year with a set of 16 wire puzzles. Each puzzle can take anywhere from minutes to hours to untangle. These work great as brain teasers or as fidgets.
This 5-pack of Poo-Pourri is a gift for everyone in the house
A five-pack of Poo-Pourri travel spray is a welcome gift for anyone hosting a big group for the holidays. This pack comes with scents like lavender vanilla, tropical hibiscus, and more. Each one is small enough to fit in a purse or on a bathroom shelf.
The holidays are really shaping up now that this 65-pack of Play-Doh is on the table
How much spaghetti can you make with 65 packs of Play-Doh? This collection is a treasure for kids, creative teens, or teachers who want something fun in the classroom. This set even comes with five cans of sparkly Play-Doh to add a little extra shine to craft time.
Snap on some style with a 50-piece set of slap bracelets
Slap bracelets are back! And now you can score a 50-piece set of them with 25 different designs. Lightweight, durable, and so fun, these work just as well in a stocking as they do in a goodie bag. It’s worth it just to hear the kids ask what the heck these are.
Get a set of 30 mini flashlights so everyone gets one
Bulk buying can solve a lot of gifting problems. These pocket-friendly LED flashlights are small, energy-efficient, and bright, and this set even comes with 90 batteries, so you can give everyone you know a light that’s ready to shine.
This Cat’s Cradle activity kit is a classic Klutz gift that doesn’t require an app or a battery
Sometimes, the simple gifts are the ones that get the most love. If you remember these Klutz activity sets fondly, then why not share the joy with the kids or nostalgic adults in your life? Learn or remember how to do all the classic tricks with that familiar colored string.
Leave a little luxury in eight stockings with this pack of spa headbands
Spa day is every day with a set of spa headbands. These soft fleece headbands keep your hair out of the way during facials and while you’re doing your makeup, and they’re super useful while you’re working out or doing yoga. Plus, it’s an eight-pack, so one purchase gets you stocking stuffers for the whole squad.
Wrap this cable holder for your favorite techy
Help your favorite tech lover avoid constant frustration. This Cord Brick weighted cable holder keeps wires in check with spots for six different cables, and you can even use it to prop up your phone. Very handy for travel, too.
Reclaim those walls with a screw extractor kit
Stripped screws are done with this screw extractor set. DIY dads will love this specialized kit that helps them remove damaged screws; whether they’re in a wall, furniture, or lodged in a project, they’ll definitely finish one of these days.
This book of cheesy dad jokes doesn’t cost much cheddar
Turn Dad into a regular pun-slinger with this USA Today bestselling book of dad jokes. There are over 600 jokes in this book alone. That’s one joke a day for almost two years, but don’t act like you’re not going to hear a few of these on repeat. This is one cheesy gift you don’t need parmesan to buy early.
This uber-popular Grande Cosmetics lash-enhancing serum is a salon you can fit in a stocking
Can’t find a gift for the girls? They can get longer lashes in six weeks with Grande Cosmetics’ Grande Lash-MD lash-enhancing serum. Yup, the one that’s been all over social media. Just apply once daily to give your lashes a boost with benefits you can really see.
Clean up quick wherever you go with travel packs of Wet Ones antibacterial wipes
From new parents to college kids, practically anyone can enjoy these travel-friendly antibacterial wipes. Each wipe is individually wrapped, so they won’t have to worry about a broken seal drying out a whole pack. Also great for wiping down the area around your seat on flights!
Students love these unique dodecagon timers for ultimate productivity
Whether they’re hitting the books or lifting weights, this dodecagon timer is a novel way of keeping time. With 11 presents and options for sound, vibration, and silent alerts, this modern timer is a lot more fun than any old app. Perfect for Pomodoro sessions!
Coffee lovers can level up their brew with a set of stainless steel stirring rods
Bring a little cafe luxury to the holidays with a set of colorful stainless steel stirring rods. These vibrant mixers work just as well for coffee as they do for cocktails, and using these means you don’t have to lose a spoon every time you want tea. Little luxuries like this make great stocking stuffers!
Beauty can be all-terrain, especially with this Coola SPF 30 tinted lip balm
Lips get sunburned too (even in winter!), but with this set of tinted mineral lip balm from Coola, protection looks as good as it feels. SPF 30 with broad spectrum UVA/UVB guard keeps that pout safe; nourishing raspberry and avocado butter give that soft, supple feel. Made with over 70% organic materials.
Shed a little light during the holidays with a strip of LEDs
Useful home decor is such a win for stocking stuffers, and this strip of motion-activated LED lights is a smart choice. Whether they’re in dark cabinets or lighting up a dim stairway, these flexible lights go where the light is needed and shine bright in four adjustable modes.
Budget-conscious coffee lovers will get so much from this milk frother
They’re going to like your gift a whole…latte. This milk frother is totally wireless, easy to clean, and whips cream into a delicious foam in a matter of moments. Did we mention it has over 220K reviews and a 4.4-star rating? Well, now we have.
Wash your hands almost anywhere with these portable soap sheets
Frequent travelers can get a lot of mileage out of these portable soap sheets. Just pop out the plastic case, slide a sheet into your hand, and lather up in water. No need to rely on finding a restroom or taking up precious liquid toiletry carry-on space.