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Pocket Mirror
Now 43% Off
Credit: KintionThese little mirrors are so slim, they can easily fit into a backpack, purse or pocket. And yet they pack in a lot of functionality, including two mirrors (one magnifying) and two rows of small LED lights. They come in more than a dozen colors, and Amazon reviewers say the lights are very bright. Note: This isn't rechargeable, but the batteries are included.
Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Hot Air Brush
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Credit: RevlonThis one is for the teens who like to sleep as late as possible before getting ready for school: In Good Housekeeping Institute tests, this had the the fastest rate of drying hair out of all the styling brushes that were tested. Testers say it's the best for getting smooth, straight hairstyles.
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KeyChain Wristlet Wallet
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ID? Check. Cash and cards? Check. Small essentials like lip balm? Double check. This holds just what they need, and it comes with a strap that can go around their wrist — they can keep it in their backpacks until they need it, then easily grab all their important items in one shot. It comes in eight different colors.
STMT DIY Hand-Stamped Jewelry Kit
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They're 14, so they can try to do something a little more advanced than string letter beads on a bracelet. This kit lets them actually try making hand-stamped jewelry — it comes with a hammer and a bench block and everything. They'll love getting to do their names, initials and inside jokes on bracelets, necklaces, earrings and keychains. Ages 14+
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'Why Are You Like This?' Game
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When friends come over, or when they're out at the family function, this easy-to-learn, casual game will have everyone in stitches. Players have to get their team to guess as many secret words as possible, which they can articulate by either drawing them, making gestures or saying other clues. But the game is filled with, as the company calls it, "needlessly weird restrictions," forcing players to talk but with their tongues sticking out of their mouths, or draw with their forehead touching the table, and so on. Ages 14+
Kodak Printomatic Digital Instant Print Camera
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Young people are getting into digital cameras again, but that doesn't mean we have to subject them to the poor photo quality and the hassle of transferring the files to a laptop. These cameras not only take vibrant photos, they print them on 2-inch by 3-inch sticker paper for instant decoration of notebooks, lockers, fridges and more. They come in seven colors.
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Good Housekeeping Kids' Book Award Winner
Klutz Lego Gravity Drop Activity Kit
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Teens who like DIY and STEM will get a kick out of the 20-plus projects in this book, which include one drop tower, a gravity labyrinth and a fortune teller. Good Housekeeping Institute testers say the instructions are simple to follow. “The visuals in the book were accurate, and it was easy to determine where each piece went,” one parent said. Ages 8+
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Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag
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These are a favorite of teens and Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab experts alike, the latter because they hold up to repeated use. "I bought this bag a few years ago, but it still looks just as good," says product analyst Grace Wu. Plus, they come in more than a dozen fun colors.
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Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm
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Experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab say this is one of their favorite products because it soothes lips, feels creamy going on and comes in an easy-to-use squeeze tube. It also comes in 10 vibrant colors.
Custom Name Neon Sign
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Teens are into customizing everything, especially their rooms, and these name signs allow them to really claim their spaces. You can personalize the name, size, color, icon at the end and backing shape, along with whether you want a battery pack or an AC plug, so you can tailor it to their tastes.
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Custom Bubble Letter Name Necklace
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So long, script name plates! The new trend du jour is jewelry with fun bubble letters. You can get these in gold or silver, and choose between an 16-inch, 18-inch or 20-inch chain length. Custom name necklaces take some time to ship, but last-minute shoppers can go with just an initial.
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Octobuddy Phone Case Adhesive Mount
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They'll think of a million uses for this phone accessory, which comes with 24 suction cups that stick to mirrors, glass, tile, you name it. ("This sticks to EVERYTHING," one Amazon reviewer wrote). They can use it to hold up the phone for taking group photos, watching makeup tutorials while getting ready and recording TikTok videos.
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Jellycat Rainbow Birthday Cake
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For 14-year-olds, there is nothing that can be too cute. Jellycats have achieved a fandom among kids this age because of their ultra-adorable designs and extreme softness. In addition to plushes, they also have lots of trendy bag charms. Ages 0+
Good Housekeeping Best Toy Award WInner
Relatable Orbito from Flex IQ
For teens who like to give their brains a workout, this game helps them sharpen their logic and critical thinking skills. The object is to line up four marbles of one color in a row, but the board shifts the marbles around each turn, which makes the strategy a little more advanced. “As an adult, I can usually figure out a game,” one parent tester said. “I haven’t cracked the algorithm with Orbito yet, which levels the playing field with my children — there’s no letting someone win here!” Ages 7+
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TimeBox Evo Pixel Art Bluetooth Speaker
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Credit: DivoomIt's a bluetooth speaker unlike any other: Teens can use an app to make their own pixel art that lights up their rooms while they listen to their music or podcasts. In addition to fun room decor, it's also an alarm clock, white noise machine, calendar and timer.
iScream Plush Spa Wrap
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Credit: iScreamThey'll feel pampered when they wrap themselves in this super soft fleece wrap, which is also good as a bathing suit cover-up. It closes with velcro, the straps are adjustable and it also comes in a donut pattern. It comes from iScream, which specializes in gifts for tweens and young teens.
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GlowCity LED Light-Up Soccer Ball
Now 14% Off
Credit: GlowCityWho wants to stop playing when the sun goes down? This lets them get their kicks for longer, since two LED lights illuminate the ball in the dark. You can also get a light-up basketball, football or volleyball, among others, and the batteries come pre-installed.
Cinnamoroll Bag Charm
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Bag charms, from the always-sold-out Labubu to the sweet Sonny Angel, are in demand right now, and teens are decking out every zipper and belt loop with some sort of trinket. If they love the Sanrio characters, they can carry their favorite around with them in plush form. In addition to Cinnamoroll, you can several others, including a Kuromi, a Gudetama or a Pom Pom Pudding.
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Beauty Bakerie Blending Eggs
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Help them with their all-important skincare and makeup routines with these blending eggs, which stand out in a makeup bag with their cool colors. They're made from a smooth, non-latex material and come in a cute package that looks like a carton of real eggs.
Beats Flex Wireless Earbuds
Let them listen to their music, podcasts, games and videos — without going into their own little worlds. The audio sharing function on these earbuds lets a friend or sibling listen in, too. There are also audio controls on the headphones themselves, so they don't have to futz with their devices too much.

Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky.
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