31 Foolproof Gifts That Even Your Pickiest Friends Will Appreciate
by Angeline Barion, Hameda Nafiz · BuzzFeedLet's be soooooo real, buying gifts for your besties is getting harder and harder, especially when they're the type to say, "OMG. No, don't get me anything". So, we've scoured the depths of the gift giving scroll-hole and picked out 31 prezzies that will (hopefully) leave them impressed*:
And even more appreciative of your presence in their life!
1. This heavenly scented Coconut and Vanilla Gift Box by LOVERY that'll have them feeling ultra relaxed.
This gift pack, made with 100% cruelty and paraben free ingredients, includes shower gel, bubble bath, body scrub, body oil, two large bath bombs, bath salt, and a luxurious bath towel. Best given to your super stressed bestie for a moment of calm. A soak and a scrub should leave them feeling their most relaxed and smelling like an absolute treat.
Buy it from Amazon for $90.06.
2. This memory foam pillow with 25,000 5-star reviews and infused with temperature regulating gel for better sleep through hot or cold.
There's a lot of love for these pillows on Amazon. This pillow will keep their neck aligned with their spine all night long. Plus, the cooling gel pads keep heads and necks cool while they sleep, so it's perfect for summer.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $65.30.
3. This chocolate box with 48-pieces of delight packed inside (recommended consumption: in one sitting).
Promising review: "This Chocolate makes a great gift. The container it comes in is exquisite. I will say this: The chocolate is wrapped really well to ensure freshness. I was inherently delighted by the crunchiness blended with the chocolate. The chocolate is perfect in my opinion, not too sweet and not too heavy. *I noticed that this chocolate treat helps me to fall asleep*. A+++ on the quality of this product. I have left the chocolate on the counter and it has not melted or gotten soft. One more thing: Opening the individual chocolate pieces is a treat within itself as I have noticed that it forms a crown like shape just like a Reeses Peanut Butter Cup. It's a nice pop it in your mouth size treat that will leave you satisfied."
— Clintonn
Buy it from Amazon for $39.
4. This cold brew maker that they can keep in the fridge, they can batch make their zoom zoom juice for easy access before they head out.
To make the coffee, all they need to do is load coarse grounds into the stainless steel basket, pour filtered water over and let it sit overnight. Then serve the delicious drink come morning. *Italian chef kiss.*
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $30.99.
5. This portable charger that will ensure that no matter where they are, they'll be able to charge their devices.
This portable charger has two outputs, which means that two devices can be charged at a time. Plus, you can fully charge this powerful battery in just 10 hours.
Buy it for $49.99 on Amazon Australia.
6. This Audible subscription, that will give them monthly credits to use towards whatever book they want, including these podcasts and short two-hour audiobooks, which they can finish in just one week — depending on how often they listen.
They can listen to inspiring thought starters like The Space Between by Michelle Andrews and Zara McDonald, The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown, Tame Your Inner Critic by Clare Bowditch or even The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku.
You can gift them a one month, three month, six month or 12 month membership.
Buy a one month membership for $16.45 on Audible.
7. This bluetooth eye mask, so that they can sleep with their favourite show/movie/music played directly into their ears.
This eye mask is made with premium memory foam with smooth ice silk lining, so it'll feel super comfortable against their eyes. It only needs a quick charge before using for 10 hours straight, so they'll be snoozing in absolutely no time at all without any distractions. The speakers are placed over each ear, without any hard panelling, making it easy to play whale sounds or whatever else they need to relax.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $34.99.
8. This yoga mat, so that they can stretch out their stress anytime and anywhere.
Promising Review: "I've been doing 10 minutes of bedtime yoga each night and not only have I become more flexible, I've found that my back and hips are less sore and I sleep much easier — which is amazing, considering my anxiety levels are currently through the roof. This one also has guiding lines, so you can make sure all your positions are perfect before hitting your first yoga class."
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $39.99.
9. This fitness tracker, that not only looks great, but will help them understand their body and its behaviours throughout the day.
This handy little waterproof fitness tracker lasts for 21 days before they'll need to charge it again. It records heart rate, sleep quality and, of course, activity levels, so that they can make sure they're moving enough, even if they're still working from home.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $67.
10. This five-in-one soil tester, which is the ultimate gift for plant mothers, fathers, aunties and uncles.
This tester doesn't need batteries or electricity to run and can be used straight out of the box to measure the moisture, pH and light levels of their soil. It'll quickly let them know how much water or sun their plants are getting, so they can be sure to adjust their care as needed, so that the plant babies thrive. They can use it indoors, outdoors or both depending on how many plants they have and where they keep them.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $27.99.
11. This small projector that can transform virtually any space into mini cinema.
You can use this baby to project a movie or even some kind of visual art — the only limit is your imagination! It's compatible with HDMI, USB, AV, Laptop, iPhone and Android.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $84.99.
12. This glare proof Kindle that'll let them keep a digital diary, take notes and read their favourite books all on one e-reader.
This Kindle is super light and they can read the screen in direct sunlight without an obnoxious glare getting in the way.
It also connects to Wi-Fi and will give them instant access to over five million e-books, some of which are COMPLETELY FREE.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $549.
13. This electronic blackhead remover that will clear out their pores better than any mask or acne wash.
Built with an 1080p HD camera and bluetooth connectivity, your mates can get up close and personal with their pores. They can see what this handy device is lurking around on their face via their phone screen.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $62.96.
14. This trio of hand creams by Grown Alchemist, that smells divine and will have their hands feeling soft and looking healthy.
We all know how important it is to wash our hands but unfortunately this can usually lead to dry skin, so it's important to moisturise. This trio of intensely hydrating creams also has three delightful scents including Persian Rose, Orange Peel and Vanilla and Cactus Flower and Cedarwood Atlas.
Buy it from Amazon for $65.
15. This game for your next get together will have you, your friends and their mates laughing for hours as you try to guess as many famous names as you can.
Not only will this gift provide them with hours of boundless fun, but it's a true test of friendship and trust. The premise is to get your friends to guess as many names as possible in a certain amount of time and it can get pretty competitive. Described as "the perfect party game" by the New York Times, you cannot miss with this epic card set.
Buy it from Amazon for $40.95.
16. This set of essential oils, which they can use to create a calming and soothing atmosphere in their safe spaces.
This set includes lavender, lemongrass, eucalyptus, tea tree, sweet orange and peppermint, so they can create their own potions depending on what they need.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $25.99.
17. This all new Fire TV Stick that plugs into a TV, so that they can binge-watch all their favourite shows and YouTube videos non-stop.
18. These wireless TOZO noise-cancelling headphones that'll make listening to practically anything a thousand times more enjoyable.
These headphones have a built-in microphone, so they can take calls handsfree. They're super lightweight and feature 60 hours of play time, so they can enjoy using them for ages before having to recharge them. The fact that they're wireless means they're perfect to use for their next run, or leisurely stroll in the park.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $63.99.
19. This stylish pair of blue light blocking glasses because as much as we're trying not to, we're definitely spending a lot more time looking at screens.
20. This magnetic phone holder for their car, because life's too short to deal with pesky phone cradles.
This phone holder comes with a magnetic disc that can be stuck to a phone or phone case, for instant 360° GPS viewing ability.
Promising review: "I’ve been using this for the past three weeks and it works beautifully with my iPhone 12 and Apple silicone case. The magnet is strong and I’ve never felt like my phone would come free. A key feature for a vent style holder is the support arm that holds the bracket away from your dash. This has it and functions as well as I could have hoped. I opted for this unit (without the charging feature) because it’s lighter and does not have the inbuilt cooling fan. I think the charger unit is limited to seven watts whereas it’s just as easy to plug my phone in if I want to top it up, plus it charges faster over USB-lightening. Recommended."
—Distan
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $27.99.
21. This heated back massager that'll knead and work at their muscles, so that they can carry on living their best life without neck and back pain.
This massager features four deep-kneading massage nodes and a heating function to provide them with optimum comfort and relief from the tension they've been carrying around. The velcro strap also makes it easy to secure it to any chair, so they can enjoy their massage while they're working, watching a movie or just hanging out.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $89.96.
22. This beginners' drone which will allow them to travel outdoors...without ever leaving their home.
23. This graphic drawing tablet that is the perfect gift for your artist friend who tries to deny that they have talent.
This drawing tablet has 10 press keys and 16 soft keys that are customisable. It also comes with a free case, so you can keep it safe!
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $89.24.
24. This derma roller that's perfect for your mate who can't stop and won't stop chatting about their life-changing skincare routine.
When they're used correctly, these teeny-tiny sterile needles puncture the surface of your skin, which triggers substances that stimulate cell growth, the formation of new blood vessels in the skin, as well as the production of collagen. They're used to minimise fine lines, reduce hyperpigmentation, increase skin elasticity and in some cases, they can even help with loose skin on your body. They even help your serums and potions absorb into your skin better.
Learn more about derma rollers here!
Buy it from Amazon for $12.99.
25. This white noise machine that encourages their best sleep, which will probably have them waking up in a much better mood.
This sound machine has 20 unique sounds that don’t loop. There’s also a sleep timer, so they don't have to worry about it running all night.
Promising review: "Light sleeper, apartment dweller: This sound machine literally changed my life. I moved into an apartment for the first time in my life one year ago and hearing my neighbours move around at night used to make me so anxious. This little machine blurs it all out! I CANNOT sleep without it now, it's the best purchase I have ever made and I would seriously recommend any light sleepers purchase it. My partner now loves it too."
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $99.99.
26. This humidifier and diffuser, so they can create a safe and snug atmosphere, whether they're chilling on the couch or trying to lull themselves to sleep.
This diffuser has seven different light settings for them to adjust to their mood, two different mist settings and ensures 12 hours of mist, so they can turn it on before bed without worrying about it burning out.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $38.99.
27. These Sound PEATS wireless earbuds, which are perfect if you're tired of missing every danceable beat in your favourite songs.
These earbuds run for seven hours per charge and have smart touch technology, so you can control your tunes and answer calls without reaching for your phone.
Promising review: "I have been a user of Soundpeats since 2022 and never looked back. I currently own Soundpeats H2 and loved them but then I saw these on SALE and read the reviews and thought to give it a try. I must say they are far better than the current ones I have. The sound quality. The beats in the music. And the bass is just on another level. 😍 Trust me you won't get anything near or better than these in my opinion. Highly recommended."
— Shamroz Naveed
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $35.24.
28. This handheld body massager, because while they may tell you that the shoulder pain from carrying their bag on one side will dissipate soon, it never does.
This mini deep tissue massage gun works all over your body and its cordless design means you can tackle your tense back muscles without fighting the cord. It comes with five interchangeable heads to target different parts of your body.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $49.99.
29. This Echo Dot, which is an all-round personal assistant, so that they can multitask and get things done faster with minimal effort.
They can use this smart speaker to find out what the weather is like, what time it is in a foreign country or hear what's going on around the world — so that they'll be reaching a new level of multitasking and productivity while simultaneously having someone — albeit a robot — to talk to.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $99.
30. This hot air brush will give your best mate that fresh blowout look without hitting the salon everyday.
The brush uses hot air and ionic technology to get rid of frizz and leave your hair looking and feeling as smooth as silk.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $39.99.
31. And finally, this Echo Show 5 that will win you the "gift giver of the year" award.
This present is perfect for anyone who finds it difficult being organised and multitasking. They can use the Echo Show to set an alarm, bring up their to-do list and play their morning tunes so they can get ready for the day.
Buy it from Amazon Australia for $169.