The best TikTok-approved Christmas gifts your teen will love

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by Aimee Jakes |
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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: Maybelline New York Lip and Lash Lover Must-Haves Gift Set, £19.83 on Amazon 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

Revlon Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumiseramazon

Rrp: £54.99

Price: £32.99
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Alternative retailers
Walmart$33.15View offer
Overstock$43.23View offer
JCPenney$59.99View offer
Ulta$59.99View offer

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

Trend-loving teens will love this two-piece set by Maybelline. Containing two of the brand's most popular, TikTok-viral full-sized products, it's the ultimate gift for any makeup fan.

Boux Avenue Ribbed Seamless Cherry Embroidered Braletteboux avenue

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

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter Foundationcharlotte tilbury

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 Ultra Mini Ankle Length Faux Fur Lining Bootsego

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

DIOR Addict Lip Glow Oil - Nourishing Glossy Lip Oildior

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 accessory TikTok gift

Sibba Beaded Phone Charm Mobile Lanyard (6 Piece Set)amazon
Price: £6.49

Call it the Y2K effect but beaded phone charms are all the rage on TikTok right now. If they're always changing their style, this six-piece set makes a great stocking filler.

Best fragrance TikTok gift

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 68 Perfume Mistselfridges

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 Ultimate Leggingsadanola
Price: £39.99

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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

QUIGO Sunset Lamp Projection LED Lights For Bedroomamazon

Rrp: £25.99

Price: £19.99

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

Lily Silk Heatless Silk Curling Headband And Scrunchie Setlily silk

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.

Another top haircare TikTok gift

OLAPLEX Hair Repair Treatment Kitamazon
Price: £62.00
Alternative retailers
Nordstrom Rack$41.50View offer
JCPenney$62.00View offer
Kohl's$62.00View offer
Saks Fifth Avenue$62.00View offer

Talking of hair health, we've found the perfect gift set if your teen is looking to strengthen and improve the look of their locks. Being the best hair mask brand in the business, anyone would be lucky to find these haircare heroes under their tree this year.

Best celebrity-owned TikTok gift

RARE BEAUTY Soft Pinch Liquid Blush 7.5mlsephora

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.

Aimee Jakes is the shopping editor across heat and Closer. As well as mainly writing about skincare launches, high-street fashion and gym bag essentials, she also regularly chats to celebs about their wellness routines for heat's Self-Care Sunday.

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