

The end of the year is a scary time finance-wise. Not only are you recovering from blowing your bank account on all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, you’re going out more to catch up with friends, and you’re wrangling together a bunch of Christmas presents for your friends and fam.
Finding the perfect Christmas gift can be difficult, no matter who you’re shopping for. It gets even harder if you’re on a budget, but don’t fret. Cheap Christmas presents don’t have to be tacky, thoughtless or quickly thrown together. You can spend $50 or less and still give someone a gift that screams: I love you, I know you, and I see you.
We know that gift shopping can be super overwhelming, so we’ve curated a guide to cheap Christmas presents under $50, so you can hopefully do your pressie shopping all in one place. You’re welcome!
Let’s get into it.
22 Of The Best Cheap Christmas Present Ideas Under $50

Frank Green Lip Gloss Holder
This cute clip keeps your lip gloss exactly where you need it — within reach, rather than lost at the bottom of your bag. The Frank Green lipgloss holder snaps onto your drink bottle so can have shiny lips on demand. Great for that friend who loves to be hydrated and organised.
(Image: Frank Green)
Loop Engage 2
The Loop earplugs can clip to your keys, so your gig-obsessed mate will always have them on hand. They take the edge off without killing the music and are perfect for anyone who practically lives at live shows.
(Image: Loop)


Virk Kim Wine Bag
A sleek wine bag that makes showing up with a bottle way more stylish and way less scuffed than a plastic bag. It screams hostess with the mostess, plus it’s simply so beautiful.
(Image: Virk)
Sunny Life Floating Hammock
You know that one person in your life who takes relax mode seriously? We’ve got the gift for them. Just imagine their face when they open up the Sunny Life floating hammock. Thank us later.
(Image: Sunny Life)


Natasha Denona Rose Cheek Duo
This Natasha Denona Duo lets you bring your glam with you on the go. It’s a blush and highlighter that work together for an effortless, everyday glow. A reliable show stopper, if you will.
Image: Sephora.
Nike Academy Football
The Nike Soccer Ball a great gift for either a soccer fan or someone who can’t sit still, and believe us, when we say they’ll be thanking you when the Women’s Asia Cup fever hits in March.
Image: Nike.


Vue Beach Towel
This cotton beach towel is super soft and built for summer. It’s great for those lazy beach days, poolside hangs or impromptu coastal escapes.
(Image: Vue)
Lululemon Insulated Mug
This Lululemon insulated mug keeps drinks at the right temp (both hot and cold) without any fuss. It’s sturdy, sleek and actually useful. We’re picking this up for that friend who’s always running around with a coffee in hand.
(Image: Lululemon)


Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm
Luxe hand creams are a seriously underrated gift, and one that your mate will actually use. This one from Aesop smells great and is desk-side essential.
(Image: Aesop)
El Toro Gift Pack Emergency Marg
We all have a friend who loves a marg a little too much, and with that, we have the perfect gift for them. This emergency marg kit can be brought to pres, kick-ons or an afternoon BBQ. Get a girl who can do it all.
(Image: El Toro)


Real Techniques Artist Essentials
If your friend’s rocking some ratty old makeup brushes at pres, they’ll love you for this Real Techniques brush set. It comes with five solid, do-it-all tools that make blending, contouring and highlighting a breeze.
(Image: Real Techniques)
Status Anxiety Knees Deep Tote Bag
Everyone needs a beach bag that fits towels, sunnies, snacks and whatever else you want to drag down to the sand. This Status Anxiety tote also has two side slider pockets so you won’t lose your phone or keys in the chaos.
(Image: Status Anxiety)


Adore Beauty Rose Quartz Facial Massage Set
Who doesn’t love a self care moment?
(Image: Adore Beauty)
Maison Balzac The Asparagus Bunch Candles
Who doesn’t want a set of asparagus-shaped candles? The first time we laid our eyes on them, we couldn’t get enough, and the lucky recipient of these bad boys won’t either.
(Image: Maison Balzac)


TYPEBEA The Daily Growth Kit
This daily growth kit is for the friend manifesting thicker and happier hair. Give them salon-adjacent results with glow-up hair routine they’ll actually stick with.
(Image: TYPEBEA)
Cotton On Crochet Headband
We love this soft cotton-crochet headband that keeps everything in place. It’s the kind of easy, throw-on accessory your friend will wear when they wanna look cute but don’t have time to do their hair.
Image: Lululemon.


Dusk Fire Incense Sticks 20pk
This beautiful incense from Dusk has a masculine base with deep cherry top notes. It’s a great affordable gift idea for people who love home scent.
(Image: Dusk)
Sunny Life Beach Paddle Set
Summer is here, which means hours and hours by the water. When it starts to get a little boring, whip out this beach paddle set to get things moving again.
(Image: Sunny Life)


ROMP Switch X Clitoral Suction Stimulator
Need a fun and cheeky gift? We can’t look past the ROMP Switch X Clitoral Suction Stimulator. Give the give of pleasure this holiday season (literally).
(Image: Lovehoney)
Ellie’s Table Cook Book
The summer break is all about feasting, and if there’s one way to eat well it’s with Ellie’s Table cook book. Maybe if you play your cards right your mate will even invite you over to enjoy a meal from inside the pages (fingers crossed).
(Image: Bautier)


Sheet Society Bed Spray
What could be a better gift than a restful nights sleep? This bed spray made with Tasmanian lavender and Western Australian sandalwood will have you friend dozing off to sleep after just a couple of spritzes.
(Image: Sheet Society)
Need more gift ideas? You can check out our ultimate gift guide here.
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