Great gifts under $20 (that won’t get regifted)

A gift’s price tag should never dictate how good it is.
There are tons of fantastic presents that can make a big impression at a little cost, if you know where to look.
Whether you’re looking for a Secret Santa offering for a colleague, stocking stuffers for the kids or something everyone in the room will love for a White Elephant exchange, these gifts under $20 will feel like they’re worth so much more. 
Céla Essential Balm and Crème de la Crème set, $18, thisiscela.com
This mini balm and cream set for hand and body care is winter skin’s dream and will fit into even the tiniest of purses. Packed with Canadian botanicals, plant butters, extracts and oils, and housed in beautiful wrapping-worthy packaging, Céla’s Essential Balm and Crème de la Crème will leave skin (and cuticles) feeling moisturized and protected from the unforgiving elements. 
Bocce’s Bakery advent calendar, $20, indigo.ca
The dog owners on your list will love you for spoiling their furry best friends with this cute advent calendar from Bocce’s Bakery. Behind each door, there’s a sweet, soft and chewy cookie baked with tasty ingredients like peanut butter, banana and carob waiting for them. Because who said pets can’t get in on the holiday countdown fun? 
OkayOk socks, $18, okayok.ca
One can never have too many pairs of socks, so we’re sure your giftee would appreciate this practical and stylish gift. We’re particularly obsessed with these made-in-Canada crew socks from indie brand OkayOk because they’re super soft, wear comfortably under boots and go with just about everything, thanks to the abundance of fun colours they come in. Get one for every stocking by making it a bundle (you save a couple bucks when you buy extra pairs). 
Caudalie Grape Water Moisturizing Face Mist, $14, sephora.com
Freshen up with Caudalie’s cult-fave facial mist, featuring 100 per cent grape water that’ll hydrate, soothe and revive dull winter skin. This travel-friendly version is the perfect size to put on their desk for a refreshing mid-day spritz. 
Ladurée Organic Strawberry Jam, $19, ladureecanada.ca
One of the simplest, most indulgent gifts? A luxurious jar of organic strawberry jam from storied Parisian confectionary house Ladurée. With just a swipe on their grocery-store-bought croissant, they’ll feel like they’re enjoying petit déjeuner on the Champs-Élysées in Paris–almost. 
Muji pen set, $19, muji.ca
A pencil case filled with a rainbow of ballpoint pens may be one of the most delightful presents you can give a stationary-obsessed friend. Whether they’re jotting down notes, writing in their bullet journal or planning out their 2024 calendar, a pack of these leak-free Muji pens are always a good gift idea. 
Lee Valley tea infuser, $18, leevalley.com
The daily tea drinker is going to appreciate this Lee Valley infuser. Suitable for any size mug, this floating mechanism can be easily plucked out with its ergonomic stem when your tea is ready, and then you can place it in the base to avoid drips and puddles when you’re ready to make your second cup. It’s portable and won’t take up much space, whether it’s on your work desk or in your overnight bag. 
Three Ships Discovery Kit, $20, threeshipsbeauty.ca
The skincare obsessive in your circle will grin ear to ear when they unwrap this Three Ships kit. It features a quartet of the Canadian beauty brand’s best-selling hydrating and brightening products in deluxe minis that are ideal to slip into their carry-on for an upcoming vacation.
Random House Q&A journal, $20, indigo.ca
If journalling is on your giftee’s list of new year’s resolutions, this five-year journal is a fun and low-maintenance option. They simply turn to the date and answer the question of the day at the top of the page–they range from quirky (“what can you smell right now?”) to thought-provoking (“if you could travel anywhere tomorrow, where would you go?”) It’s the ultimate keepsake, great for revisiting previous answers to see how much has changed (or not). 
Crocs charm, $6, crocs.ca
Personalize their Crocs with a collectible charm that speaks to them, from a Pokeball to a Raptors logo. It’s a small but thoughtful gift that’ll keep them thinking of you with every step.
L’Oréal Paris Eye Essentials Makeup Gift Set, $20, walmart.ca. 
If your White Elephant exchange is happening at the beginning of party season, this curated collection of eye essentials will come in handy for all the upcoming fêtes. Featuring an inky black eyeliner, lengthening mascara and brow gel, it’s a versatile set for recreating whatever is on their holiday beauty moodboard. 
When you make a purchase through the links in this article, we may earn a small commission. Our journalism is independent and not influenced by advertising. Learn more.