In these hard economic times, you may be looking for high quality gifts that don't cost an arm and a leg (as we say in Texas). These cheap stocking stuffers under $10 are sure to delight.
1. L'Occitane Shea Butter Extra Gentle Soap: Verbena
At only $10 a bar, these shea butter soaps will make the stocking smell delicious. L'Occitane makes great soaps, so this is a high quality bar that will get her addicted. A perfect cheap stocking stuffer that doesn't scream "cheap" at all.
2. Boscia Lavender Blotting Linens
She'll get 100 blotting linens (I love that they're called "linens" not "papers") to carry in her purse in case she gets oily and doesn't want to reapply powder. A few dabs at the face with a "linen" and she'll have no more oil but her makeup won't be mussed. At $10 a pack, this is value -- another fabulous cheap stocking stuffer, but again, this is a quality product.
3. Sephora Colorful Nail Buffers, 3 Pack
The hottest trend in nails isn't color, but rather buffed nails. Shine up your nails and keep them healthy and free of polish. She'll love this inexpensive stocking stuffer.
4. Sephora's False Eyelashes
What fun to open your stocking and see a great pair of false eyelashes? At some point in her year, a woman could use a pair of false lashes and Sephora's are great quality at a low price. Plus, it comes with the glue. Tell the recipient of the gift that she can trim the lashes if they are too long with a pair of scissors. And the lashes can be used more than once. $8 for this cheap stocking stuffer.
5. The Ped Egg Foot Filer
This little gadget is all the rage. Everyone I know who doesn't own one, wants one and as someone who has tried it, I can vouch that it works. It's cheap, it's fun and it works, but do warn the recipient not to get overzealous with the scrubbing or she could end up with bleeding feet. A little bit goes a long way. $5 - $10 for this cheap stocking stuffer.
6. Essie Nail Polish
Essie is a high quality nail lacquer that you can't get at Walmart. (At least I think you can't, there are no Walmarts in NYC). Get her a basic creamy pink if she's into classic colors (I love "Jackie Oh My" pictured here, or choose a fun color if she's bold). $8 for this cheap stocking stuffer.
7. Sephora Brand Eye Liners: One Fun Color & One White Color
You can't beat this price for an eye liner. $5 a pencil means you can fill up a stocking with these. If she doesn't have a basic black, brown or gray pencil, get her one. If she does, get a fun color that will complement her eyes. I'd also throw in a white eye pencil, a makeup artist trick every beauty aficionado should know about -- line the eye or at least the corner of the eye in white pencil for amazing eye-popping effect. $5 for this cheap stocking stuffer.
8. Smith's Rosebud Salve
Smith's Rosebud Salve is considered the gold-standard of lip balms. In every beauty editor's purse is one of these babies. It's the sort of gift any woman will appreciate in her stocking. $5-$7 for this cheap stocking stuffer.
9. Avon Bubble Baths for Adults or Teens
Whether you're shopping for an adult or a kids, Avon has several bubble baths under $10 that are perfect for everyone's stocking. There's mulberry spice, sensual moments (!) and even High School Musical bubble bath. $3 - $8 for this cheap stocking stuffer.
10. GO SMILE touch up minis, Mint-licious, Pear-licious or Peach-licious
These guys are great for getting rid of red wine stains on teeth, coffee breath, you name it. They fit perfectly in the purse and come in several flavors including Mint-licious, Pear-licious and Peach-licious. I got one awhile ago in a press kit and it was one of my favorite finds of the year. $8 for this cheap stocking stuffer.
