17 cool Christmas gift ideas for teenage girls and boys, from Fuji Instax cameras to Unicorn bath bombs
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Fulfilling the needs and demands of teenagers at Christmas can be a daunting task.
You'll almost re-mortgage the house satisfying their latest desires, and before you know it, they will be onto the next craze.
Ahead of Christmas 2017, we've collected some of the best gift ideas for teenagers - whether they love music, beauty or something a little more out of the ordinary. Our handy list has a little bit for everyone's tastes (and budgets).
And once you've got the teenager's gifts sorted, you can find even more present ideas for the rest of the family - including for gifts for him or for kids.
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Ideal for Harry Potter fans that also like to zone out for a little while and have some time to themselves, this colouring book features all their favourite characters and settings from J.K Rowling's famous books.
Containing stunning pieces of artwork from the Warner Bros archive, avid HP fans will love this little collectable.
2. Soap and Glory Hello Super Spa, £20, Boots
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If your teenagers are just beginning to get into make-up and beauty, then this is the perfect set of little bits to get them started.
We love a bit of Soap and Glory, especially their famous body butter, 'Scrub Of Your Life' exfoliator and 'Sexy Motherpucker' lip gloss.
3. Tubular Shadow Shoes, £59.95, Adidas
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No teenager can ever have enough trainers. Browse the Adidas outlet online for fashionable shoes at lower prices than you'll find on the rest of the high street.
We like the look of these tubular shadow shoes are one of the top sellers at the moment, and there's plenty of colour and size options for both girls and boys.
4. Nicky Clarke Curling Tong, £34.99, Boots
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Not only does it look super pretty, but it also apparently helps to rehydrate and nourish your hair too, thanks to its ionic steam conditioning technology.
It also has a 60 minute auto-shut off feature, to give you that peace of mind if your teenagers are a little bit forgetful.
5. Marshmallow Toasting Kit, £19, Naked Marshmallow
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Whether you know a hardcore marshmallow fan or just someone with a sweet tooth, this toasting kit is a fun way to enjoy a classic winter festivity inside.
The kit includes any two flavours of gourmet marshmallow, as well as the toaster, skewers and a how-to guide, all presented in a nice gift box.
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Clarisonics are all the rage right now, but come at a big cost. Get the same cleansing feeling minus the huge price tag with this vibra-sonic face brush.
7. What Do You Meme? Game, £30, Urban outfitters
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It's not Christmas without a card game, and this one will provide a few more laughs than Scrabble, and certainly less arguments. It's basically Cards Against Humanity... but with memes.
You can compete against your friends and family to put the best caption on each picture card. This one is guaranteed to have you in fits of laughter.
8. Ted Baker Pouting Petals, £14, Boots
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If the teen you're buying for is a big fan of make-up, they will no doubt love this Ted Baker set of lipsticks in three blushing shades.
As well as coming in pretty rose gold tubes, they're also wrapped up together in a fancy copper bow. This gift set is also part of Boot's big 3 for 2 on gifting sale right now too.
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Trendy clothing brand Hype is all across the high street right now, so if you're looking for fashion that they'll love that won't break the bank, this might just be the answer.
There's plenty of different styles to choose from on the Next site, and all priced around £20.
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Add a touch of magic to the bath with a fun bath bomb that will no doubt be shared all over social media.
And it doesn't just look good... it also soothes and moisturises skin, while providing a lot of colorful bubble fun.
11. Neon Flamingo Light, £32, Amazon
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This super quirky light is a real crowd pleaser that will not only catch the eyes of tweens, but will have grown-ups pining for one too. We want one for ourselves...
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Instant cameras are making a comeback as we all try to capture our favourite memories in physical form, rather than saving them on a smartphone never to be seen again.
This fun piece of tech is small enough to fit into your bag and comes in a range of different colours.
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A game where you literally just have to throw poop at your friends to score, this will provide a fair few giggles on Christmas day.
Ideal for siblings who consistently call each other a poo head, now they can fight it out to find out who really is.
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Why is it that being a teenager comes hand in hand with needing twenty-thousand different products for your skin, hair and body?
Keep them tidy with this understated bag that can be personalised with its recipient's initials. Very posh.
15. American Candy hamper, £21.95, Amazon
Know a teenager with a sweet tooth? They will love this box of treats that they'll recognise from all their favourite American films.
And if they don't... Well, there's probably an adult in the house willing to take it off their hands.
16. iPhone 7 Smart Battery Case, £99, Apple
Being a teenager in 2017 appears to solely consist of staring at a phone screen. This is where the smart battery case comes in.
Providing 22 hours of Internet use and 24 hours of video playback, giving them the elixir of life will surely grant you best present status?
Teenagers are forever trying out a new adventure, so why not treat them to a Segway session for two?
The day will see them learn how to ride a Segway and eventually race their best mate on it at the end of the activity. The only question is, who will win the bragging rights on the way home?