The 52 Best Secret Santa Gifts Under $50
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Secret Santa is an age-old tradition that generally ensures everyone is taken care of during the holiday season. It’s a great option for larger friend groups or families, and it tends to relieve the pressure of finding the perfect present for every single person. Instead, everyone picks a name, sets a budget and focuses on getting their giftee something they’ll truly enjoy.
Plus, when it’s time to exchange gifts, half the fun is guessing who your Secret Santa was.
A good secret Santa will largely depend on who your giftee is, but some of the best ones are useful and feel like you’re treating them to something they wouldn’t get themselves. Start by zeroing in on their hobbies and interests; scan their social feeds for any Facebook Groups they’re part of or pages they’ve liked.
Then ask: What are the odds they’ll actually use or enjoy this? That’s your sweet spot. (And no worries if you feel clueless, that’s where the ideas below come in!)
Melissa Lee
Freelance Writer
Melissa has been writing, editing, and producing product roundups and brand reviews for the past four years. She graduated with a degree in journalism from SUNY Oswego in 2019 and has since worked at publications like Hearst, Reviewed and Healthline. She's a freelance writer for PureWow and frequently covers health, fashion and home content. In her free time, she can be found perusing TikTok for the latest wellness and cooking trends. Learn more about her on her website.
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