If your teen is TikTok-obsessed, consider taking inspiration from the app for your gift-giving this year. The hashtag #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt has racked up over 30 billion views – meaning it’s basically a bible for what’s trending with Gen Z.
Look past the synchronised dance moves and endless lip-syncing, and you’ll find that TikTok is the perfect place to scoop up gift ideas – from must-have hair tools to fashion finds they’ll be raving about well after the New Year.
Closer's guide: the best TikTok gifts for teens, at a glance
Best hair-styling TikTok gift: Revlon Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumiser, £34.99 on Amazon here
Best beauty gadget TikTok gift: MAGNITONE London Get Lit Tri Colour LED Face Mask, £50.25 on LookFantastic here
Best makeup TikTok gift: Made by Mitchell X Boots Mystery Bag, £25 on Boots here
You don’t need to break the bank either. Users on the app are often sharing dupes: from makeup copycats to high-street swaps for fancy fragrances. There are even alternatives for the sell-out UGGs everyone is after this year. Result.
So if you’re after a Gen Z-approved gift that’ll get you in their ‘cool books’ – not to mention, maybe even a follow-back on social media, check out our gift guide below. Happy scrolling.
SHOP: The best Christmas gifts for TikTok teens
Best hair-styling TikTok gift
If a Dyson AirWrap is out of your budget, consider purchasing this affordable hot brush instead. It's known for giving a big, bouncy blow-dry effect for a fraction of the price – and it's currently on sale! You better hurry though, as judging by the over 400 million views it has on TikTok, we predict it'll fly off the shelves this Christmas.
Best makeup TikTok gift
www.boots.com
For the BeautyTok fan in your life, this collab with Boots and TikTok favourite Made by Mitchell will be the ultimate present under the Christmas tree. It randomly serves recipients with six from the following list of the brand's iconic products:
Made By Mitchell Blursh
Made By Mitchell Bronzed Blursh
Made By Mitchell Brush
Made By Mitchell Palette
Made By Mitchell Liquid Eyeliner
Made By Mitchell Eye Liner Pencil
Made By Mitchell Lip Liner
Made By Mitchell Blursh Lights
Made By Mitchell Blending Sponge
Made By Mitchell Beam Lip Gloss
Made By Mitchell Brush Pouch Made By Mitchell Gift Set
www.bouxavenue.com
Boux Avenue's ribbed cherry set went viral on socials earlier this year and it's clear to see why. Luckily, it's now back in stock and perfect for festive gifting.
Another top makeup TikTok gift
www.charlottetilbury.com
Adored by make-up artists and celebs alike, this holy grail product has also been making the rounds on TikTok, with many mixing it with their foundation or wearing it alone for a radiant complexion. Whilst many brands have done their best to 'dupe' the product, the original still remains a favourite with beauty fans on the app.
Best shoe TikTok gift
ego.co.uk
For teens who take their style cues from TikTok, it's all about UGGs this winter. Unfortunately though, due to the rise in popularity, they're very expensive. Fear not: we've found some great dupes online, including this pair from EGO. Read a full UGG dupes guide here.
Best luxury TikTok gift
www.dior.com
Another TikTok-approved beauty buy, Dior's viral Lip Glow Oil in the shade 'Cherry' has over 8 million views on the app – and for good reason. As well as nourishing, protecting and adding a glossy shine to the lips, the unique formula creates a custom colour for your lips.
Best Hair Waver TikTok gift
www.lookfantastic.com
For anyone who’s obsessed with getting the perfect mermaid waves, Mermade Hair's narrow 22mm tool makes it super easy. Seriously, give one of these as a gift this Christmas and you’ll definitely rack up some major brownie points!
Best fragrance TikTok gift
www.selfridges.com
Nothing beats the feeling of finding a dupe for a best-selling fragrance – especially when the original comes with a hefty price tag. Beauty fans on TikTok are convinced that Sol de Janeiro's Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 68 is a copycat for Molly-Mae Hague's go-to scent Baccarat Rouge 540. The only difference? It's £196 cheaper!
Best clothing TikTok gift
adanola.com
Take it from us: whether they're gym-obsessed or just trend-savvy, you can't go wrong with a pair of Adanola's influencer-favourite leggings. Not sure what colour to go for? We've seen this olive pair all over our TikTok feeds. Read a full Adanola leggings review here.
Best home decor TikTok gift
TikTokers are loving the viral sunset lamp, which changes the look and feel of a room with the click of a button. With just a phone app you can set the timer for the lamp to turn on and off so that your nights and mornings are accompanied by a golden glow. Read a full sunset lamp article here.
Best haircare TikTok gift
www.lilysilk.com
With more and more teens taking care of their strands, one trend that's blowing up is heatless curls: a process where wet hair is wrapped around a silk curler, then dried in place overnight to reveal big bouncy tresses without the heat damage. This one comes with two matching silk scrunchies.
Best cookbook TikTok gift
Flipping through a bunch of TikTok-famous recipes, like pancake cereal and whipped matcha lattes, is exactly how the kitchen-curious teen will want to spend their weekend.
Best celebrity-owned TikTok gift
www.sephora.co.uk
If there's any celeb we'd take beauty tips from, it's Selena Gomez. Her makeup brand Rare Beauty is making waves on TikTok right now, with users going wild for her liquid blush. Available in a variety of flattering shades, the formula is super easy to work with, making it great for beauty beginners – and teens.
Best lip gloss TikTok gift
This dreamy set includes four mini Afterglow Lip Glosses, famous for their perfect mix of hydration and high-shine goodness. I can honestly say that these are my all-time favourite glosses, so getting four in one gift set? Couldn't be more buzzing about it!
Best star projector TikTok gift
This nightstand lamp connects to an app on your phone to project holographic multi-coloured space-inspired designs onto the ceiling. You can change its colours, brightness levels, and can even set a sleep timer on it.
Best bag TikTok gift
www.lululemon.co.uk
Looking for the perfect gift for a teen who's always on the go? Belt bags are everywhere right now, and this super popular one from Lululemon is definitely the trendiest pick of the bunch.