The 46 Best Secret Santa Gifts

Fun finds suitable for any name you draw—and they're all under $25.

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When the holidays roll around, gifting is a necessity—whether it’s White Elephant, family parties, or a Secret Santa exchange. The latter is not only a fun conversation starter, but typically comes with spending limits, too, which helps keep everyone’s budget in check. (Win, win!)

The downside: Shopping can be hard. And, if you’re playing with coworkers or a large group of friends, you might not know what kinds of gifts your Secret Santa likes receiving. Luckily, we’re here to help. No matter who you’re shopping for—a discerning boss or your very best friend—there are plenty of Secret Santa gifts for even the strictest budget constraints.

Here, we have the best Secret Santa ideas, from a funny pair of socks to a cute puzzle. As a nice bonus, a lot of these double as great stocking stuffers. Consider that our gift to you!

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Plants are scientifically proven mood boosters, so essentially, giving a friend, family member, or coworker one of these vintage-inspired indoor herb gardens is like gifting happiness. Not to mention that in a few weeks time, they’ll also have fresh basil, cilantro, mint, oregano, parsley, or sage.

Everyone needs a little lip care when Secret Santa season rolls around. This duo features a lip balm and lip scrub from an Oprah’s Favorite Things brand, and they're sure to love any of the scents (pink grapefruit, cinnamon, lemon bloom, and orange blossom).

This game comes complete with 330 thought-provoking questions (“What’s the most annoying sound?” or “What would be the title of your biography or autobiography?”) to spark conversation at their next small gathering.

If your coworker, like Beyoncé, carries hot sauce in their bag, they’re sure to get fired up about this hot sauce set. While the four bottles might be tiny, the truffle-infused, Oprah-approved sauces pack a powerful punch that’ll take anything and everything up a notch, from burgers and chicken tenders to a handful of potato chips (don’t knock it till you’ve tried it).

Present a movie lover with a friendly challenge: tackling all 100 iconic movies on this scratch-off poster. It features some of the best, from Dirty Dancing to The Wizard of Oz to Boyz in the Hood.

If your Secret Santa pick is all about writing, journaling, and gratitude, they’ll love this beautiful notebook. It’s got 365 blank, lined pages, so they can fill it with their thoughts, musings, and, as stated, blessings.

Everyone knows someone who’s always cold. So help that person—whether it’s your coworker or best friend—turn up the heat with this personal space heater. The small but mighty device (it’s just five inches tall!) instantly adds some much-needed warmth to any small space, thanks to super-efficient ceramic coils, and it comes in four colors, from bright blue to crisp white.

Is there a cuter way to keep cans cool? Definitely not. These cozies are designed to look like tropical, island-ready T-shirts—but actually act to keep any 12-oz can cold. Your friend is sure to laugh at (and then love) this quirky gift.

Here’s a great gift if your Secret Santa loves coffee or tea. The double-wall design means any beverage stays super warm while the user’s hands stay cool. Plus, the see-throughness adds a fun element of watching the tea brew or seeing the cream combine with the coffee.

This practical and creative gift makes their daily water intake a breeze with its timely reminders to hydrate. It fits 32 oz of water and comes in black and pink, too.

Anyone who’s always traveling or loves to carry a bunch of jewelry with them will appreciate this genius box. It features compartments to stash necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings, plus a little mirror, all in a zippable velvet box.

This Oprah’s Favorite Things brand has the comfiest, coziest fabric, and your Secret Santa recipient is sure to love wrapping their feet in the soft socks. These are also a great bet if you don’t know a ton about your giftee—because who can say no to a new pair of socks?

You can’t deny these slippers are hilarious—and adorable. If they're into anything cutesy, cozy, or funny, you have to gift these to them. Because let’s be real, they probably won't purchase something this funny for themselves—but they’re sure to love the slippers once they have them.

Help an artistic friend or family member learn a new skill with an embroidery kit that yields three beautiful pieces of home decor. The pre-stamped pattern makes it easy to learn the ropes, so anyone can enjoy the ride.

Each page features a comforting, unfussy recipe (think chipotle cheddar corn chowder, spicy pretzel chicken fingers with hot honey, crispy carnitas tacos) to elevate their night in. The meals are easy to put together and seriously nourishing, plus have the best fall and winter flavors.

One of these eco-friendly candles will really light up your favorite oenophile’s life. That’s because they’re not only made in upcycled wine bottles but also formulated with a blend of fragrances designed to evoke six classic wine varieties, from dark and sweet Cabernet (notes of chocolate, sweet grapes, and herbs) to fresh and crisp Champagne (hints of cotton blossom) to warm and rich Chardonnay (apples, almonds, cinnamon, and vanilla).

This artful puzzle will help your friend or coworker occupy a night at home. It features a beautiful vintage-style print of cacti and succulents, and, at 1,000 pieces, it’ll be significantly difficult without presenting too much of a challenge.

Trust us: Your coworker will think these handmade, unicorn-colored bath bombs are, well, the bomb. They are formulated with a soothing blend of scents—including rose, lavender, and mint—and made with deeply hydrating shea butter.

Stationery is one of those cute, probably-wouldn’t-buy-for-yourself gifts, so that makes it a perfect Secret Santa idea (especially for a giftee who loves all things sweet and writing-related). This set features cards that can be used as thank-you notes, to-do lists, greetings, and more—and they can start with a thank-you to you.

When everyone you know has the same exact set of AirPods, this affordable but useful gift will eliminate any confusion. It’s made in collaboration with Crayola (hence the adorable doodles) and is also compatible with wireless charging.

Cassie Hurwitz (she/her) is an associate editor at Oprah Daily, where she covers everything from culture to entertainment to lifestyle. She can typically be found in the middle of multiple books and TV shows all at once. Previously, Cassie worked at Parents, Rachael Ray In Season, and Reveal. Her love language is pizza (New York slices, Chicago deep dish, and otherwise).

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