December 18, 2025

EDITOR'S NOTE

Now that it finally feels cold (especially if you’re in the southeast like myself), our team is collectively cozy-ifying our spaces with:

—Margo Ghertner / Commerce Editor / Atlanta, GA

the daily steal
holiday gifts under $25

The best gifts under $25

If you have a stacked list of who to shop for this year, we’ve got you covered.

Whether you’re completely stumped on what constitutes as a stocking stuffer or just want to get more bang for your buck, this collection of top-selling tech, long-lasting accessories, and iconic decor pieces is sure to wow them without breaking the bank.

Three Totally Random Things

Here are three random products we’re loving this week:

Real Techniques Bubble Blending Brush

Real Techniques Bubble Blending Brush

Blending foundation and blush seamlessly takes no time with this.

Nordstrom Darian Chelsea Boots

Nordstrom Darian Chelsea Boots

Chic and puddle-friendly.

Last-Minute Gifting

last-minute holiday gifts

Consider this our final call for the holidays. With Christmas a week away and Hanukkah in full swing, here are some covetable items our editors are either loving or hoping to receive that could make it just in time:

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💪 A supplement that can make workout recovery easier.


💤 Can’t sleep? Try this gummy.


👀 The way your partner will freak when you subtly place this in their stocking.


🎧 The giftable earbuds that forever reign supreme.


❤️ A retinol treatment that’s safe for sensitive skin.


‼️ Yes, this major beauty trend is FSA/HSA eligible.


🛍️ If you need new leggings, there’s no time like the present.


🫣 Procrastinators, if you want even more gift ideas under $50, click here.

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Skimm’d by: Margo Ghertner, Alexandra Napoli, Martha Upton, Caroline Goldstein, Alessandra Rey
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