Under-$30 Gifts for Each Member of The Friend Group

Every friend group has its own unique ecosystem. There’s the one who books all of the dinner reservations and plans the girls’ trip itinerary, the one who always has the best gossip and lore to drop, the one who dresses the coolest and has kindly made their wardrobe a communal closet, etc.—and everyone balances each other out in perfect harmony. There couldn’t be two Carries or three Charlottes in SATC, you know? So once the holidays roll around, being aware of everyone’s individual vibe is a fool-proof way to get them thoughtful gifts they’ll love.

But, narrowing down exactly what those gifts can be (and won’t drain your bank account in the process) can be a bit overwhelming. Like, you can know someone is the pilates-princess-wellness-girl of the group… but where do you go from there without going bankrupt? Luckily, we’re taking all of that guesswork out of it this year. From your mom friend to your Type B bestie to your pal that screams “cool girl”, CVS has gifts under $30 (shoot, even under $10!!) that feel thoughtfully spot-on for every single personality in the group chat. Here are a few of our fave picks for each:

Cool Girl

The cool girl in your group is the trendsetter. You know, the one whose hair is always mysteriously perfect, whose lip combo you always end up copying, and who you’re always sending your Instagram dumps to for that pre-post stamp of approval. She’s not trying too hard… she just has it. Because she’s already an expert at curating her aesthetic, you want to think, “What can fit her vibe, but is something she’ll actually think is useful?“ when shopping for her. Things like hair products, chic makeup bundles, and candles with mature-but-still-fun scents are exactly her speed. Anything that elevates her cool-girl status (or helps you pretend you’re on her level) is fair game, and CVS has no shortage of under-$30 options that meet her very high—but still effortless—standards.

CVS | COLOR WOW

Frizzy Hair Treatment Spray

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CVS | Covergirl

Mini Lip Gloss Set

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CVS | Star Candle Co.

Wildflower Haze Candle

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Beauty Advent Calendar

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CVS | Milani

Prep + Set Duo

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CVS | Olive & June

Cuticle Hydration Set

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Mom Friend

The mom friend may not have actual children, but she does carry snacks, knows everyone’s emotional state without asking, and is the one you trust to coordinate splitting the group happy hour bill correctly. She makes sure the Uber is ordered, the drinks are balanced, and the group is hydrated enough to make it to brunch the next morning. Gifts for her should feel comforting, practical, and a little self-care-focused—because she’s too busy taking care of everyone else to buy these things for herself. Think items that help her unwind, or tiny tools she can stash in her purse for inevitable, “I told you to be prepared” moments. Small, thoughtful luxuries will make her feel as appreciated as she deserves.

CVS | Pixi

Skincare Kit

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CVS | Lifelines

Sensory Travel Set

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CVS | Joyward

Teddy Gift Set

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CVS | Tweezerman

Mini Tweezer Set

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CVS | Star Candle Co.

Mini Scented Candle

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CVS | Maybelline

Lip Duo

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Type B

The type B friend is like the human equivalent of a soft, slightly wrinkled linen button-up. Yes, she’s chronically forgetting her keys, but she will always bring a good vibe to the function. She thrives in chaos, rolls with whatever the day brings (if she remembers what day it is, mind you), and embodies a type of freeness that reminds the group to go with the flow (most of the time). Gifts for her should make life easier without demanding too much effort: a root-boosting dryer that cuts her getting-ready time in half, a hydrating overnight mask that does the work while she sleeps, or an organizer that helps her pretend she has it all together. Anything effortless, soothing, or “set it and forget it” is a guaranteed win.

CVS | Monday

Dry Shampoo

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CVS | LOOPS

Undereye Masks

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CVS | Sophia Joy

Zip Organizer

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CVS | Skin Gym

Mini Ice Roller

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CVS | E.L.F. Cosmetics

Power Grip Primer

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CVS | Milani

Mistletoe Ready Lip Kit

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