Whether your child is 5-years-old or 50, the joy of watching their face light up when they open a good gift never goes away. As your children grow up and move out of the house, Christmas mornings tend to look a bit different, but they can still be pretty magical.
If you’re shopping for your adult child this season and want to recreate the joys of Christmas mornings past, we've rounded up a plethora of gift options below. From clothing and candy to gift cards and gaming systems, these are the presents that'll leave a twinkle in their eye.
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Best gifts for adult children under $25
Ideal for construction workers or anyone who works with their hands, this set of hydrating products comes with everything you need to fight back against winter dryness, including a hand cream, foot cream and lip balm.
Beep beep! Princess Peach is in it to win it in for the next Mario Kart race and is driving in style with her matching pink dress and car. The adorable ornament will delight gamers who grew up on this classic Nintendo delight and still can't resist kicking their friends' butts on rainbow road.
Car fanatics and home chefs alike will enjoy this official Nascar cookbook that features a wide range of recipes for grilling, marinating, seasoning and baking. Readers can expect everything from soups, dips and sides to breakfasts, mains, desserts and drinks.
Best gifts for adult children under $50
The smell of cookies baking is one of the best parts of the Christmas season, if you ask us. If baking has always been one of your favorite traditions with your children, remind them how special the experience is by giving them this fragrant candle that smells like cookie butter, vanilla extract and whipped cream. It burns for up to 45 hours and is made with lead-free wicks, according to the brand.
Because honestly, who doesn't love cupcakes? This set of mini treats is perfect for anyone who prefers bite-sized desserts and comes with a range of flavors, including chocolate and sprinkles, blondie, cookie butter brownie, electric tie-dye, s’mores and vanilla and sprinkles.
Perfect for any beauty lover who likes to mix and match their makeup, this two-piece set is a great gift. It includes a tubing mascara that's available in six colors and an eyeliner that comes in nine colors.
Whether they're heading to work or tailgating, they'll appreciate this portable food warmer that'll keep their meals ready to eat. Its features include a handle for ease of carrying and a detachable cord. Plus, the container and lid are dishwasher-safe, making cleanup a breeze.
This sequin sweater jacket is the perfect present for the fashionista in your life. Available in silver and brown, the cardigan features sequins throughout, oversized buttons and patch pockets.
Best gifts for adult children under $100
What’s for dinner? It’s a question every adult dreads. Every once in a while, it’s nice to take the guesswork out of cooking and let someone else dream up a delicious meal for you. With Home Chef, you get a delivery with pre-portioned ingredients and step-by-step recipes to help you whip up a quick, tasty meal.
As an adult, one of the joys of homeownership is filling your house with fun decor that expresses your personality. A Home Goods gift card will give them the freedom to get everything on their wishlists.
When you’re shopping for a foodie, it can be hard to narrow down exactly what they want. Luckily, Goldbelly has a little bit of everything — from entire meals to desserts and breakfast pastries (we’re obsessed with these croissants and pain au chocolats). Gift cards can be delivered via mail or instantly via text or email, making it an ideal option for last-minute shoppers.
Taking the time to personalize a gift is always sweet, especially when it's part of an annual tradition as special as putting up the Christmas tree. Whether they just got engaged or they've been married for years, they'll appreciate this tree skirt that can be personalized with a family name.
We love it when fashion meets function, like with this sweater that offers UPF 50+ sun protection. The sleek style comes in 13 colors and shields skin from 98% of UVA and UVB rays, according to the brand. Plus, it’s made of a lightweight, stretchy material that’s created with a blend of cotton and bamboo.
Available in six colors, this quilted vest is the perfect gift for guys you have to beg to put a coat on when the temperature drops. The water-repellent fabric makes it ideal for light precipitation and a vertical chest zip pocket is perfect for storing keys and other must-haves while he's on the go.
Talk about a twofer! Nintendo Switch players get two games for the price of one with this package deal: Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2. Newly improved for the Nintendo Switch, the games take players on an epic adventure through space with Mario, Yoshi, Rosalina and other fan favorites.
Adulting is hard, but it doesn't always have to be. Even if your child is an adult now, you're always going to worry about their safety. Give them (and yourself) the gift of reassurance this year with this cordless tire inflator that they can store in their car. It also works as a backup power bank and an LED work light.
Fact: Every guy deserves a top-notch beard trimmer. This one from Manscaped features a titanium-coated stainless steel blade, 20 different length settings and a three-level LED charge indicator. The waterproof trimmer also has a battery life of up to 60 minutes and comes with an AC adapter and a travel bag.
Best gifts for adult children that are worth the splurge
We spend a huge portion of our lives sleeping, so a supportive pillow is basically nonnegotiable. Give your adult child the gift of comfort this year with this ergonomic, U-shaped pillow that's ideal for side sleepers. It's made of a breathable material and has a removable cover that allows you to add or remove filling to get the perfect level of firmness. Plus, the shape is designed to address neck pain and support your spine and shoulders.
Let’s be honest, practical gifts are sometimes the best ones. Take this nifty device, for instance. It’s a handy tool to keep in your car in case you run into a low battery or need a jump-start. Smart technology detects your battery charge level with ease, while several features keep you safe, including spark-proof connections and temperature compensation.
Flowers are great, but they don't last very long. That is, unless you opt for forever roses. This set comes with two dozen real roses that live up to three years without any watering or trimming. The preserved flowers are available in five colors and come in a sleek black box with a faux leather finish.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is sure to be the hottest gift of the season. The newly released system offers gamers three ways to plan: TV, tabletop and handheld. Compared to its predecessor, the Switch 2 has a larger LCD touch screen, an updated dock that supports up to 4K resolution and revamped magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers with mouse controls. The Switch 2 plays physical and digital Switch games and has 256 GB of internal storage. It also has a built-in microphone to filter out noise and let you focus on the game.
How we chose the best gifts for adult children
We selected these products based on recommendations from our editors, past Beauty Awards winners and reviews on the internet. We took care to choose products that were both affordable and small in size for this gift guide.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect present for the foodie, traveler, coffee lover, gamer, advent calendar enthusiast, film buff and more in your life.
