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When shopping for college students, picking up some fun stocking stuffers may be even more important than the larger gifts because the stocking stuffers tend to be the things they actually use. Plus, they're an opportunity to get something quirky and fun, like a fuzzy pen, or stylish and cool, like a cozy cashmere beanie all their friends will want to borrow. Plus, adding some wireless headphones or a pretty set of press-on nails are proof that sometimes the best items come in small packages.
We're loving these 24 stocking stuffers, and we know the students in your life will love them, too. Whether they need a moment of self-care or a new tech gadget, there's something for everyone. Some of our favorites include a disposable camera that's easy to take on the go, rainbow undereye patches that are positively adorable, and collegiate pouches that will give them a dose of school spirit. Plus, there's a cute butterfly claw clip they won't take off, and a self-cleaning water bottle that's exactly as useful as it sounds. Keep reading to shop our selects!
These The Crème Shop How Do Eye Look? Undereye Patches ($3) are perfect for the person who's obsessed with skin-care. They come in a bunch of different whimsical patterns, but the bright rainbow style is one of our favorites. Plus, they're so affordable, you can gift one to everyone in your family!
The Crème Shop How Do Eye Look? Undereye Patches
$3
from urbanoutfitters.com
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The freshman in college coming home for their first holiday season away will be obsessed with these Collegiate Pouches ($33), but the senior who's rounding out their final year will love these too. They're such sweet presents, as they're personal and actually useful.
Collegiate Pouches
$33
from uncommongoods.com
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Every college student will be happy to have this Clutch Portable Phone Charger ($50) in their life, because extra battery is always a good thing. The best part is, though, that this charger is supremely thin and compact, making it super easy to take anywhere with them.
Clutch Portable Phone Charger
$50
from uncommongoods.com
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Chillhouse Chill Tips Press-On Manicure Kit Best-Of Set
$32
from urbanoutfitters.com
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These Hidden Pocket Scrunchies - Set of Two ($20) do double duty. They're classic hair ties, but they also have hidden pockets, so you can keep some cash, your keys, or any little essential with you. It's a brilliant gift.
Hidden Pocket Scrunchies - Set of Two
$20
from uncommongoods.com
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This Lip Smacker Hello Kitty Lippy Pal Lip Balm ($5) is for the person who's obsessed with lip balm, the person who's obsessed with Hello Kitty, or the person who's obsessed with both. At just $5, it makes for an ideal stocking stuffer.
Lip Smacker Hello Kitty Lippy Pal Lip Balm
$5
from urbanoutfitters.com
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Nostalgia is back in full force, and that's evident in the return of the claw clip. We like this Charley Metal Butterfly Claw Clip ($12) because it's a modern take on a classic clip, and is something worth wearing out of the house. It's affordable and stunning, and they'll be obsessed.
Charley Metal Butterfly Claw Clip
$12
from urbanoutfitters.com
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College students seem to have a thing for disposable cameras, and we can't really blame them. Maybe it's the nostalgia, maybe it's that these are something different from the norm, but whatever the reason, throw this UO Swirl 35mm Flash Camera ($35, originally $50) in their stocking. We also love that it comes with a little wrist strap, which is perfect for taking on the go.
UO Swirl 35mm Flash Camera
$35 from urbanoutfitters.com
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from urbanoutfitters.com
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This Crease-Free Hair Clip Set ($8) is not only adorable, it's also practical. If they've done their hair and don't want to get it creased but need to pull it back to wash their face or put on makeup, this is the solution.
Crease-Free Hair Clip Set
$8
from urbanoutfitters.com
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If they're in college, they're likely using communal showers. This Shower Steamer Spray ($22) will be a beloved present, because it makes any shower experience feel a bit more like being at a spa. Sign us up!
Shower Steamer Spray
$22
from uncommongoods.com
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Every college student could use a moment of self-care, and this compact Pinch Provisions Self-Care Set ($22) is a great stocking stuffer. It contains a velvet eye mask and matching silk scrunchie, a gua sha tool, a lavender shower steamer, and a habit tracker journal.
Pinch Provisions Self-Care Set
$22
from urbanoutfitters.com
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This cute Fuzzy Heart Pen ($6) will make anyone smile. It brings to mind Cher Horowitz's iconic pink fuzzy pen from "Clueless," and we want to use it all the time. It's whimsical, fun, and a stocking stuffer so many college students will love.
Fuzzy Heart Pen
$6
from urbanoutfitters.com
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So much is learned in the classroom, but there are some things you don't learn at a desk, and that's where this Things They Don't Teach You in School Game ($20) comes in. It's whimsical, fun, and perfect for a student.
Things They Don't Teach You in School Game
$20
from uncommongoods.com
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Sometimes, intense stress calls for some Therapy Dough ($15). They can knead it and squeeze it to their heart's content, and it also smells good! There are four available scents, lavender, pine, eucalyptus, and orange, but you can collect them all, or give each person a different scent.
Therapy Dough
$15
from uncommongoods.com
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If you're shopping for someone who loves fitness, get them these trendy Bala Bangles ($55 for one pound). They are stylish ankle and arm weights that can level up any workout by adding resistance. You can read our review of the Bala Bangles.
If they love to eat bowls and bowls of cereal, let them enjoy their favorite meal on the go with this The CrunchCup XL ($30). They don't need anything else — no extra bowl or spoon! The best part? The cereal won't get soggy because the CrunchCup has two cups, one meant for cereal and the other meant for milk. The cereal and milk won't meet until they reach their mouth.
Chilly winter days call for a cozy hat. This J.Crew Plaited Cashmere Beanie ($50, originally $90) is so luxe and will be beloved. We love all the vibrant colors, particularly the blue hue, because it brings a little something bright to a cold winter day.
J.Crew Plaited Cashmere Beanie
$50 from jcrew.com
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from jcrew.com
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Hot chocolate is the ultimate seasonal treat, and there's really no better gift than this Hot Chocolate on a Stick ($40). They can enjoy a sweet, warm treat while they're studying or hanging at home. There are four flavors in each pack, salted caramel, peanut butter cup, peppermint, and french truffle.
Hot Chocolate on a Stick
$40
from uncommongoods.com
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Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle
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When they need to shut out the world for a minute, they'll be grateful for these Self-Warming Eye Masks ($20). They are, you guessed it, warm, so they're super soothing and great for a minute of chill time. Each pack comes with five masks.
Self-Warming Eye Masks
$20
from uncommongoods.com
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The Five-Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day
$22 from amazon.com
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from amazon.com
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You can't go wrong with these Apple AirPods Pro ($229, originally $249). They make the perfect gift and are a workout necessity. Everyone will want to unwrap these this year, this editor included (hint, hint!). You can read our review of Apple AirPods Pro.
Apple AirPods Pro
$229 from amazon.com
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from amazon.com
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Anyone will get a good night's sleep with the relaxing Sleep Headphones ($20, originally $31). If they have trouble sleeping with the light on, they'll get a lot of use out of these. They have over 17,000 positive reviews, and come in over 10 colors, so anyone can find their perfect match.
Sleep Headphones
$20 from amazon.com
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from amazon.com
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If they are caffeine obsessed but want to swap out their afternoon coffee, this Instant Colorful Tea Latte Kits ($30) is a great way to get started. There are so many fun flavors to try, including pink latte, matcha latte, and golden latte.
Instant Colorful Tea Latte Kits
$30
from uncommongoods.com
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