The 15 best stocking stuffers for women that’ll rival whatever’s under the tree

Winter tends to bring on dry, chapped lips. While a moisturizing treatment certainly helps, Senior Beauty Editor Jennifer Romolini turns to this bestselling lip scrub to slough off dry skin and encourage cell turnover. “It’s the most efficient, least-messy iteration I’ve found,” she wrote, adding that the “convenient tube applicator means you don’t have to repeatedly dig your fingers into a messy tub of scrub.”

Sensing a theme here? Scaly, cracked hands are another one of winter’s many gifts (sarcasm very much intended), but these shea butter masks soothe even the driest skin in just 10 minutes. This glowing review says it all: “This is a godsend for my hands. I plan on using these gloves every week from now on. I wish they had one body-sized.”

Those “big dumb cups” aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Snag this set of flower straw covers to ensure hers stands out from the rest. Attach them by sliding them onto the straw, then swap ’em out for a change of color. 

Yes, she could always soak her jewels in some warm water and dish soap for deeper cleans, but this pen is far more portable and way less time-consuming. With just a few swipes, the brush will remove dirt, oils and other grime stuck in between prongs and under settings. “It leaves my ring looking sparkling clean and as if I just had it professionally cleaned at the jeweler,” one five-star reviewer dazzled, adding that it’s “a must-have for anyone who wants to keep their jewelry looking its best.” 

A good rule of thumb is to swap out your makeup sponge every 3-6 months. That said, this five-pack will last her at least a year and a half (give or take a couple of months). They come to $2 apiece, which is considerably less than the big names on the market. Many reviewers say they’re a great dupe for bigger brands, with one adding that “I was able to blend out my foundation and concealer with such ease.”

‘Tis the season for candles — and lots of ’em! With this sleek electric lighter, she won’t have to worry about fuel or flames. Light it up around 600 times on a single charge, then power it back up with any standard USB cable. 

Even though her feet are tucked away in thick socks and boots this time of year, it doesn’t mean she shouldn’t give them a little TLC. And really, the work she puts in now will prevent her from having to do any heavy lifting once the weather warms. She’ll slip on these booties (available in lavender or unscented) to slough away dead, flaky skin, leaving feet feeling and looking refreshed. 

Not a drop of peanut butter will go wasted as long as she has this nitfy spatula duo. Get two sizes in this set, so she can reach into the curves, corners and crevices of just about any container — in or out of the kitchen. One happy Amazon shopper called it a “saving grace” since it “gets leftover product from lotion bottles, shampoo, conditioners, sunscreen bottles, peanut butter jars, ketchup bottles and everything in between.” 

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There’s snow better way to spread festive cheer than by wearing pretty earrings for all to see. These multi-colored studs add just the right amount of sparkle, and they can be flaunted all winter long. 

I’m not going to get into the specifics, but our phones are a breeding ground for germs. This compact cleaner gets rid of all the bad stuff — bacteria, questionable gunk and oily fingerprints — with its 2-in-1 system. First, spray the whole phone with the cleaning solution (it comes with some, but she’ll have to replenish it), then wipe it down with the microfiber cloth. 

Socks in a stocking? Very original, I know. Encourage her to swap out her most-worn pairs with these multi-colored ones, which are made with a wool blend so they’re slightly thicker and warmer than standard crew versions. Even so, one reviewer raved that they “washed very well” and are “not scratchy at all.”

Bath bombs have met their match. She can turn any ol’ shower into a spa-worthy experience with these aromatherapy-packed pucks. Just pop one into the corner of the stall or tub (away from the water) and it’ll emit a relaxing aroma. 

Just because she can’t see the bottom of her Mary Poppins bag doesn’t mean it isn’t riddled with crumbs and other crud. This little wonder has a super sticky ball inside that picks up unwanted debris — toss it in any purse and let it roll, then wash it to remove whatever it caught and use it again. 

Nothing sets her into a panic quite like when she thinks she has misplaced her most-prized jewels. The next time she has to take off her baubles while out and about, she can store them in this travel case and clip it onto her keychain, bag or whatever else is safely secured. The carabiner ring has to be fully removed before anyone can pull the lid off, which should give her added peace of mind. 

More than 80,000 Amazon reviewers snagged this battery-powered fabric shaver in the last month, and I’m one of them. It’s made my decades-old sweaters, wool coats and leggings look like new, plus I’ve used it to remove unsightly pills from upholstery, blankets and much more. My recommendation: Turn on a movie, grab anything that could use a refresh and put this small-but-mighty machine to work.