40 Last-Minute Gifts for the People You Almost Forgot (That Will Arrive by Christmas)

They’ll appreciate a few extra mixing bowls, and this pistachio-green nesting set will look nice on the counter.

Even if he constantly laments that he’ll never be able to fall asleep on flights, we guarantee thisTrtl travel pillow, which functions more like a padded neck scarf, will change his tune.

Add this game of “very energetic solitaire” to their rotation and watch the sparks (and accusations) fly.

TheseEmma Chamberlain–approvedhair towels will let them walk around post-shower “without dripping water everywhere.”

Fidget toys have helped Strategist tech writerJordan McMahonquell the restlessness of his ADHD. Made of metal, this Infinity Cube has a satisfying heft to it.

This True Botanicals hair oil imparts the same results as a salon-worthy blowout.Strategist writer Ambar Pardillasays it left her hair “smooth, bouncy, and impossibly shiny.”

This soft-bound sketchbook is filled with blank pages that are “substantial and satisfying to flip through,” says Strategist senior writer (and part-time illustrator)Liza Corsillo.

If her rings and necklaces could use a bit of TLC, an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner — which uses a high-frequency vibration to remove dirt from gaps and grooves — will get them bright and shiny again. Pro tip:It works great on eyeglasses, too.

So she can finish her glamorous looks with a festive red lip, courtesy of AOC’s go-toliquid lipstick.

Asilk pillowcasecan help reduce tangling, frizziness, and breakage (and will hopefully also reduce the amount of time she spends in there).

An elevatedhand soapis an easy gift for someone who’s already been gifted bottles upon bottles of wine. D.S. & Durga’s cult-favorite fragrance Big Sur After Rain is inspired by the post-rain smell of eucalyptus groves in California.

An alternative to Saran Wrap, these beeswax, jojoba oil, and tree resin–coated wraps are washable and can bereusedfor up to a year.

This meat thermometer favored byTom Colicchiowill help him cook the perfect medium-rare roast.

Laneige’s glossy, hydrating lip products are a middle-school status symbol.

Help him keep his pearly whites in top shape with our pick for the best overallwater flosser. Dr. Pia Lieb, founder ofCosmetic Dentistry Center NYC, assured us it has the strongest engine on the market.

To help relieve muscle tension and soreness, our top-ratedfoam rollerfeatures bumps and ridges that simulate a hands-on massage.

Beckham Hotel’s gel pillowsare suitable for all types of sleepers and a tried-and-true Strat favorite — the pillows count many, many satisfied readers (and a few staffers too!) as part of their fan club.

Made from plush Turkish cotton, Brooklinen’s uber-cozy robe is the perfect companion for late-night Netflix binges.

A gift for teenage boys that was recommended to us byteenage boys, this portable charger is small enough to fit in any bag doesn’t need its own charging cord.

A set of rock-shaped crayons that look as good as they feel in your hand.

Ugly and unsettling as it is, Strategist contributorAlice Gregorysays her toy poodle Mickey is “inexplicably devoted” to this bear octopus toy. He’ll “cuddle it, gum it, and guard it territorially, as though anyone but him would possibly want it,” Gregory writes.

Yeowww!’s catnip banana is a tried-and-true cat toy because it’s the “perfect shape” for cats to sniff, snuggle, and kick, saysNora Wood, adoption-event coordinator for cat rescueAnjellicle Cats.

When you don’t know someone very well, a fancycandleis usually a safe bet. This amber-and-sandalwood one fromBlack-ownedbrand Harlem Candle Company comes in a luxurious crimson container.

From America’s Test Kitchen, this guide to mastering bread will feed his latest passion.

They’ll have a blast assembling this tiny bakery made from individual pieces of laser-cut wood. Strategist contributorYvonne Lincan’t resist the “teeny-tiny bunny buns” and “chubby-wubby baguettes!”

This field guide for identifying birds, with its hefty size and detailed illustrations, will be an invaluable resource.

This tea sampler includes ten different varieties, from raspberry nectar to chamomile citron, and comes in a nice-looking box ready for gifting.

Keep his noggin warm with this neutral gray beanie made from 100 percent cashmere.

Even if you don’t know much about the colleague in question, anyone can enjoy working through a mini-puzzle — this one has a striking Andy Warhol flower print and would fall under most Secret Santa price limits.

Raunchy retirees will enjoy assembling this classic pastoral scene by artist Wayne White, which features a gilded frame and a foul-mouthed twist. (If a thousand pieces seems too overwhelming of a project, there’s alsoa 500-piece “Shitshow” design.)

This blend of mineral-rich salts, green clay, and jojoba oil will elevate her post-race soaks.

Zizmorcore loverswill get a kick out of this “We Are Happy to Serve You” ceramic take on the classic deli coffee cup.

This adorable set of take-apart wooden cupcakes is great for practicing hand-eye coordination, and would make a nice addition to a play kitchen or picnic basket.

She’ll be impressed by this chic gift set from body-care brand Nécessaire, which was founded by a Glossier alum.

This portable bluetooth speaker is loud enough to hear over the vacuum.

The Goober candles are a bit played out, but these blobby Yin Yang–esque candleholders still have plenty of charm.

All the shoe-cleaning tools needed to revive a pair of Common Projects low-tops or pricey leather boots.

COSRX’s snail-mucin essence, which wentviral on TikTokfor its hydrating and brightening abilities, is now available in sheet-mask form.

Science meets blind-box reveal toys with this set of ten geodes you can break open to find surprise crystals — plus the kit comes with goggles and a magnifying glass, sure to please the mini-scientist on your list.

Made in Vermont and equipped with a lifetime guarantee, Darn Tough sells some of the best woolsocksout there. They’re capable of surviving “multiple hikes, snow-shoveling, and winter storms, as well as plenty of trips through the wash,” says former Strategist writer Jordan Bowman.