35 Thoughtful Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Your Teen

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Valentine's Day is a holiday all about love. Whether you're shopping for Valentine's Day gifts for her, for him, or for kids, there are plenty of thoughtful gifts out there to say "I love you!" We've rounded up the best Valentine's Day gifts for teens that you can shop now. Whether you're looking to splash out or keep it under $20, there are gift ideas here for every budget.

Many of these gift ideas for teen girls and teen boys are available on Amazon, making it easy to have a special gift at your doorstep quickly with Prime. If you don't find something here that strikes your fancy, consider a homemade gift for the special teen in your life, like a Valentine's Day craft or basket of homemade Valentine's Day snacks.

While the holiday often centers on romantic love, we think it's just as important to celebrate the love between parents and children, the love between friends, and even self-love. That's why we've included some gifts here that are perfect for Galentine's Day and even a few that remind your favorite teen to love themselves.

Keep reading to see the best Valentine's Day gifts for teens that you can shop in 2024.

Snack Box (50 Count) Valentine's Variety Pack

Here's what your teen boy really wants for Valentine's Day: A giant gift basket of snacks that he doesn't have to share with his siblings.

Lip Sleeping Mask

This cult-favorite beauty buy from K-beauty brand Laneige will leave her lips feeling soft and moisturized even during the dry winter months. We wouldn't blame you if you grabbed a jar for yourself!

Quencher H2.0 FlowState Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Tumbler

If she doesn't already have this TikTok-famous pick, the pink Stanley cup makes for a perfect Valentine's Day gift. It'll keep her water, coffee, tea or other beverages cold for up to 11 hours or hot for up to seven hours.

'V Is For Video Games' Funny Valentines Day T-Shirt

Your video game-loving teen will appreciate this funny T-shirt. It comes in men's, women's, and youth sizes.

Press On Nails - Sugar Rush

If she loves switching up her nail art, these press-on nails with pastel hearts are the perfect gift for Valentine's Day.

You Got This Stretch Bracelet

This trendy bracelet will serve as a nice confidence boost every time she glances down at it. It's a thoughtful gift that's sure to become her lucky charm for any big test, performance, sports game or other big day in her life.

Pink Heart Neon Sign

This surprisingly affordable heart-shaped gift is perfect for Valentine's Day. Your teen will love finding the perfect spot for this in their room.

Light Up Football

This glowing football ensures that the good times can keep going even after the sun sets. He can play catch with you and his friends for hours and hours thanks to this.

"To My Son" Keychain

Looking for a meaningful Valentine's Day gift for him? This keychain has a special message to remind your son how much he's loved and supported. It's sure to be something he'll treasure forever.

Le Creuset L'Oven Rainbow Mug

This high-quality mug with a smattering of colorful hearts is the perfect Valentine's Day gift for practically anyone, including teens. You could gift it alongside a small box of their favorite hot chocolate mix, tea, or coffee for that extra-special touch.

Glitter Hearts Toilet Bombs

Your teenager who still thinks poop jokes are the funniest thing in the world will get a kick out of these. These heart-shaped aromatic toilet bombs are not just amusing: Reviewers say they truly work when it comes to eliminating odors.

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10" Caparinne The Bigfoot Valentine's Day Plush

Another popular gift for teens is a Squishmallow. They'll love curling up with this plush Valentine-themed cutie while they're scrolling on their phone, watching a movie, or studying.

'I Am Everything' Affirmation Card Deck

Valentine's Day is a holiday about love, and what's more important than self-love? This affirmation card deck has messages for your teen to reflect on, such as "I am resilient. If my mood wavers, it doesn't stay that way permanently. I allow myself to feel my feelings until I can refocus my thoughts on the positive."

Passport Holder

If your teen is off to see the world as soon as possible, send her with a chic passport holder that also serves as travel inspiration.

Nature's Love Pressed Clay Jewelry

This sweet handmade necklace symbolizes healing, discernment, wisdom and gratitude. It's made by a mother-daughter artisan team, making it a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift from a mother to her daughter.

Shaving Kit for Men

It might seem like just yesterday he was a little kid, but if your teen is already shaving, it's time to load him up with some quality products. This set from Bevel comes with a pre-shave oil, shaving cream, and after-shave balm.

Heart-Shaped Shower Steamers

If she likes unwinding with a hot shower, she'll appreciate these shower steamers. Plus, they're heart-shaped, making them ideal for Valentine's Day!

56% Ghana Cocoa Dark Chocolate Bars

Sure, you could get drugstore chocolate for the Valentine's Day gift baskets. Or you could take things up a notch and opt for some gourmet chocolate bars from Kanda. This set includes 3 bars made with premium Ghanian cocoa, making for an especially rich bite every time.

Men's Genuine Leather Wallet

If he's carrying his life around in a Ziploc bag or velcro wallet from sixth grade, it's time for an upgrade. This affordable one from Timberland is made with real leather and has plenty of room for his ID, cards, and cash.

Trans Rights Buttons 3-Pack

If your teen is passionate about trans rights, they'll be proud to attach these pins to their backpack. Your purchase benefits Trans Justice Funding Project, a community-led funding initiative to support grassroots, trans justice groups run by and for trans people.

Social Goods also sells items that give back to other causes, including racial justice, reproductive rights, and climate justice, so it's easy to find something that supports a cause your teen cares about.

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Bluetooth Speaker with Lights

Plenty of Amazon reviewers say their teens loved this gift, and it's easy to see why. The bright color-changing light adds a fun vibe to their room, plus it also charges their device and functions as a speaker.

BodyMark Temporary Tattoo Markers

It'll be a few years before they can make the decision to get a tattoo, but these skin-safe temporary tattoo markers give them the chance to express themselves and play with different designs.

Portable Blender

If your teen is constantly rushing off to school or sports practice without breakfast, this unique blender makes it easy for them to take a shake or smoothie on the go.

Heart Slippers

Everyone can always use a cozy pair of slippers, regardless of age or gender. Outfit the whole family in these adorable ones that have a heart pattern, making them perfect for Valentine's Day.

Kenyan Hibiscus and Moroccan Rose African Beauty Butter

A luxe body butter is a great gift for practically anyone, including your teen. This one from 54 Thrones is formulated with ethically sourced ingredients like shea butter, baobab oil and jojoba oil to nourish the skin.

Mini Waffle Maker Machine

Nothing says "I love you" like the gift of heart-shaped waffles whenever the mood strikes. This present is both affordable and adorable.

Love Message Shortbread Cookies

Even if you don't have top-tier baking skills, you can still give the gift of delicious cookies with a special message, thanks to Celine Zhou. She bakes and sells these shortbread cookies with a message that's perfect for Valentine's Day.

The Road Ahead: Make a Vision Board

If you'd rather give the gift of an experience, check out this "Make a Vision Board" class available to purchase through UncommonGoods. Kristen Radden guides attendees through the process of making vision board cards to manifest their aspirations. This would be an especially thoughtful Valentine's Day gift for your teen who's about to make some big life decisions about college or post-high school career paths.

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Anker Life Q20 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones

These Soundcore by Anker bluetooth headphones boast comparable quality to other noise-cancelling headphones on the market, at a fraction of the price. They have great battery life and hi-res audio, making it easy to study, work out, or get immersed in a movie.

Matching Valentine Print Pajamas

Get the whole family outfitted in these comfortable and cute pajamas with a cheery heart print. Your teen might roll their eyes at wearing matching pajamas with their little siblings and parents, but we think they'll secretly love these.

Roses Building Kit

Sure, flowers are nice. But LEGO flowers that last forever? That's even nicer. This simple set will be a fun project for you and your teen to work on together.

Phone Holder Gooseneck Mount

This device makes it easy to watch videos on your phone from a variety of positions. It also comes in handy if your teen makes content of themselves dancing, doing makeup, playing games, or creating art. One Amazon reviewer shared, "Our teen son had this on his wish list. He loves it! We, and he, are VERY impressed with it’s sturdiness and strong grip. So far I think it’s an excellent buy!"

Apple AirTag

Tired of hearing, "Mom, where's my...?" Set the whole family up with a few AirTags to keep track of their keys, backpacks, devices and everything else.

Fujifilm Instax Mini Mermaid Tail Film

If they got an Instax camera for Christmas, it's probably time for a refill on film. This Mermaid Tail pack comes with some dreamy pastel-colored borders that your teen is sure to enjoy.

Satin Heatless Curling Set

This easy-to-use set from Kitsch will give her enviable curls while she sleeps — without any heat damage. No wonder it's a bestseller!

Air Pro™ 2 Hair Dryer Brush Set, Curling Iron and Blow Dryer Combo Kit

If you're looking to splash out on a Valentine's Day gift this year, this hairstyling tool is editor-approved. It comes with multiple attachments, including a round brush, straight brush and air-powered curling iron. As someone who regularly finds hair styling to be a tedious chore, I was surprised at how quickly and easily this tool gave me a salon-worthy blowout. It's similar to the Dyson Airwrap, but it happens to be about half the price.

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