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50 Valentine's Day Gifts Your Loved Ones Will Actually Want, According to an Expert Shopper

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Updated on January 29, 2024 12:28PM EST

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There's still a month until Valentine's Day, but now's the time to keep up with your New Year's resolutions of planning ahead and get a jump start on your gift list. We celebrate this holiday to show our love to all the wonderful people in our lives, and you don't need to spend a fortune to do so—a thoughtful gift at any price point will do the trick.

Whether you want to wow your long-term romantic partner with a memorable token of affection or send a long-distance friend a nostalgic-inspired treat, there's no better time of year to do so. To help you express your love, we compiled a list of fun and thoughtful gifts that are sure to make the recipient feel special and appreciated. Better yet, they're all under $50, with options at various price points, so no matter your budget, you can find the perfect gift.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Under $50 for Her

Sephora Deborah Lippmann Bed of Roses Nail Polish Set — Sephora

Lean into the romantic vibe by giving her something she'll never forget, like a personalized Keepsake Box from Shutterfly that she can cherish for years to come. Inspire some much-needed downtime with a pack of calming Aromatherapy Shower Bombs from Body Restore or Knesko Skin's Rose Quartz Face Mask. Enhance her stress-relieving evening routine by adding Sephora's Jade Facial Roller. And if she prefers to let off steam in the kitchen, it's impossible not to smile while cooking with Beautiful's 2-Quart Heart Dutch Oven.

Shutterfly Love Stripes Keepsake Box, $24 with code SAVENOW (was $40); shutterfly.com.
Body Restore Aromatherapy Shower Bombs, $20 with coupon (was $30); amazon.com.
Boojee Cycladic Native Scented Candle Refill, $28; boojee.com.
Martha Stewart Grayson Acrylic Wall Calendar and Notes Board Set, $46 (was $80); amazon.com.
Deborah Lippmann Bed of Roses Nail Polish Set, $39; sephora.com.
Case-Mate Sugar Rush Phone Charm, $30; case-mate.com.
Knesko Skin Rose Quartz Antioxidant Collagen Face Mask, $37; knesko.com.
Beautiful 2-Quart Cast Iron Heart Dutch Oven, $40; walmart.com.
Sephora Jade Facial Roller, $11 (was $22); sephora.com.
Makeup by Mario SuperSatin Lipstick, $28; sephora.com.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Under $50 for Him

If he's constantly on the move, then comfort should be a top priority, and the top-rated Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Neck Pillow is a must-have for frequent flyers. Anker's ultra-portable Magnetic Battery is another practical, travel-friendly gift idea—plus, it's currently on sale for $35. He can easily and neatly stow it in the Away Tech Case along with his charger cords and Airpods. Add a cozy ambiance to date nights at home with the Colsen Mini Tabletop Fire Pit—did we also mention that it's currently 56 percent off?

Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Neck Pillow, $40; amazon.com.
Anker Magnetic Battery, $35 (was $70); amazon.com.
TheraFlow Foot Massager, $16 (was $25); amazon.com.
Away The Tech Case, $44 (was $55); awaytravel.com.
Adidas Defender 4 Medium Duffel Bag, from $30 (was $45); amazon.com.
Yeti Stackable Cup Set, $30; yeti.com.
Colsen Mini Concrete Tabletop Fire Pit, $35 (was $80); amazon.com.
W&P Crystal Cocktail Ice Tray, $25; food52.com.
KitessensuI Cocktail Shaker Set, $29 with coupon (was $50); amazon.com.
Huckberry Beanie, $13 (was $30); huckberry.com.
Puffin Can Cooler, $22; amazon.com.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Under $50 for Kids and Teens

Francescas Lillian Pearl Embellished Lightning Headphones — Francescas

Whether you're shopping for your niece, nephew, or a friend's little ones, shopping for kids can be fun. Mini kitchen helpers deserve the chef treatment with an adorable Tiny Chef Apron from Williams Sonoma that is just $20. For the teen that is glued to watching TikTok, there's a chance they're onto all the latest trends, including the easy-to-use Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set or influencer Alix Earle's favorite, recently restocked Newmowa Video Light—an essential for selfies and filming get-ready-with-me style videos. If you're lost on what to get the favorite kid in your life, chances are they'll be thrilled with the Playo Gumball Machine.

Playo Gumball Machine, $19 (was $25); amazon.com.
Francesca's Lillian Pearl Embellished Lightning Headphones, $13 (was $16); francescas.com.
Williams Sonoma Tiny Chef Apron, $20; williams-sonoma.com.
Warm Pals Sweet Elephant Weighted Stuffed Animal, $27; amazon.com.
Glo Pals Pippa Water-Activated Bath Toy, $23 (was $25); amazon.com.
Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set, $16 (was $18); amazon.com.
Free People Queen Of Hearts Bow, $16; freepeople.com.
Bombas Youth Seaside Ankle Sock Four-Pack, $29 (was $30); bombas.com.
Canal Toys Photo Creator Instant Print Camera, $46 (was $60); amazon.com.
Newmowa LED Rechargeable Video Light, $28 with coupon (was $32); amazon.com.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Under $50 for Parents

Amazon Hydro Flask All Around Travel Tumbler with Handle — Amazon

Make sure you show your parents some love this Valentine's Day as well. Inspire their own wellness goals with help from the Hydro Flask All Around Travel Tumble. It comes in nine sleek colors, including pink. The Loop Quiet Equinox Earplugs are game-changers, whether they use them to sleep peacefully or keep them focused through the work day. Give them the perfect night in with a gorgeous puzzle, like Jiggy's Impractical Magic design by artist Nysha Lilly. Kitchen upgrades are also a welcome surprise: The Beautiful 1-Liter Electric Gooseneck Kettle makes boiling water a breeze while sitting pretty on the counter, and the Six-Speed Electric Hand Mixer will make baking and cooking more efficient and much simpler.

Hydro Flask All Around Travel Tumbler, $40 (was $45); amazon.com.
Loop Quiet Equinox Earplugs, $25; amazon.com.
Curecure Electric Heated Blanket, $42; amazon.com.
Bath Haven Bath Pillow, $25 (was $70); amazon.com.
Five Two Set of Two Silicone Pot Holders, $25 (was $30); food52.com.
Jiggy Impractical Magic by Nysha Lilly, $40; jiggypuzzles.com.
GuruNanda Saltair Lamp Essential Oil Diffuser, $20; amazon.com.
Beautiful 1-Liter Electric Gooseneck Kettle, $30; walmart.com.
Whiskey Peaks Mountain Decanter + Mt. Rainier Set, $49 (was $65); huckberry.com.
Beautiful Six-Speed Electric Hand Mixer, $30; walmart.com.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Under $50 for Pets

You can't forget about your furry best friends, who are always by your side. They deserve to be spoiled this Valentine's Day, too. These gift ideas will also work for your pet-obsessed friends. The Carhartt Chore Insulated Dog Coat or Barefoot Dreams x Disney Pet Sweater will keep your pups stylish and warm this winter. Show them some love with delicious treats, like the Best-Sellers Bundle from Bocce's Bakery for $28. Make dog walks more stylish with the darling Fable Waste Bag Holder or vibrant Wild One Treat Pouch for pet accessories you and your pup will love.