50 Best Gifts Under $20 That Look Way More Expensive

Clinique is a large and prestige beauty brand that's been around for decades, and their products typically retail on the higher end. But this set — that highlights three of their best-selling skincare picks — sits just under $20. Our Beauty Lab pros vet the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, which won a GH Beauty Award.

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Upgrade their sleep for less than $10. Technically, these pillowcases (sold as a set of two) are made from polyester satin and not real silk, but GH sleep testers loved them anyway. "It was soft to the touch and never felt sweaty during the night," one told us.

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Available in a ton of colors, this mini jewelry box is perfect for packing up rings, earrings and necklaces on the go. There are separate compartments to keep jewelry organized and prevent chains from tangling.

If you're shopping for someone you live with, this is a gift for both of you — no more hair trimmings all over the sink. Thousands of online reviewers agree it's easy to use. It also arrives in a tiny tin, great for a stocking.

Our kid testers loved this mini BarbieLand house, plus parents found it easy to setup. The house is complete with a slide, an elevator, a hanging chair and a pool, along with a 1.5-inch doll. It's best for kids ages four and up.

Whether they've recently moved or have an emotional tie to a major city (think Nashville, NYC or Paris), these etched glasses are ideal for whisky, bourbon or scotch.

We've tested hundreds of children books, and this early reader — for kids 4-8 years old — is one of the best. It tells a funny story about a broken-down car in its 32 pages.

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A little goes a long way with this lightweight and hydrating liquid blush, available in an array of shades from soft tulip to sweet berries. It was one of our favorite blushes during testing for the 2024 Beauty Awards — testers loved the colors and said it was long-lasting.

No one would know this stunning necklace costs less than $20. The understated design is plated with 14K white gold and cubic zirconia, making it perfect for everyday use. Oh, and did we mention it has over 13,000 5-star reviews on Amazon?

Perfect for all wine drinkers, this cool kitchen gadget opens every bottle with ease — they just need to click a button. Not to mention, it's available in a ton of colors. Before you check out: You may want to pick them up 4 AA batteries to go with it.

These viral under-eye patches are designed to reduce puffiness, smooth wrinkle and tackle dark circles. Depending on their preferences, there are three options: gold for anti-wrinkling, blue for brightening and soothing and pink for firming and moisturizing.

Socks, especially cozy ones, are actually a great holiday gift. This set of six is available in tons of colors and designs, from neutrals and stripes to adorable animals. Online reviewers are impressed by how soft and warm they feel.

Everyone (including GH editors) are obsessed with how comfortable cloud slippers truly are. This affordable pair, available in 12 different colors, was rated the best value pillow cloud slides by GH experts.

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Chunky scarves – especially plaid ones — are going to be everywhere this winter. Pick them a scarf in their favorite colors, with options including pink, blue and yellow.

This affordable gift set includes five travel size essentials: Deep Cleansing Cream, Hand Salve, Body Lotion, Foot Cream and Lip Balm. Its earned nearly 70,000 five-star reviews, with many noting it was a hit when gifted to friends and family.

This massager is an easy way to treat achy feet — great for people who spend all day walking around, like nurses or house cleaners. It's also designed to stimulate blood circulation, per the brand, and includes a reflexology chart.

As one of the most popular gifts on Amazon, this pen does it all. It's a nightlight, level, screwdriver ... and those are just a few of the nine functions. One reviewer writes: "It has so many different tools in it, they're very durable. We've used it for leveling TV mounts, tightening screws, opening bottles, etc., and it has held up through it all."

Even the most savvy computer users among us can forget their login information, so this is a great idea for anyone on your list. This book allows them to store all their passwords and account information in one safe place (and off the internet).

Not only does this wooden plant stand look beautiful as home decor, it's so easy to use — trust me: I just learned how to propagate my pothos, and they can do it too. The stand is 11 inches long and four inches tall and easy to store.

Ditch the paper filters and plastic capsules. I've been using Bodum's cold brew press for years and it works every time — they should be willing to grind their own beans, though.