Graduation season is almost upon us, and as you’re getting ready to close out one chapter with your grad and begin a new one, it’s a good time to start thinking about a gift to congratulate them on their incredible accomplishments. Whether you know a student finishing high school or college, these gift ideas will carry them from one journey to the next. See our graduation gift guide below.

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1. Noise-cancelling headphones will help block out loud roommates, chatty coworkers, or anything else that distracts them from getting *ish* done.

2. A wireless charging station for all of their techy gadgets will be the gift they use time and time again. Why does everything always need to be charged?!

3. Jewelry is a sentimental way to celebrate the grad. This compass necklace or bracelet will serve as a reminder to follow their own path.

4. A book of lessons, wise words, and funny anecdotes will inspire, instill joy, and provide a little motivation.

5. This inspirational makeup bag, filled with all her favorites and maybe a gift card or two, would make a great gift!

6. A weighted blanket will keep them warm, help reduce anxiety, and replicate a warm hug from mom when she’s miles away.

7. The tassel was worth the hassle! These funny socks would make the perfect addition to a DIY graduation gift basket.

8. And if they’re a coffee lover, this mug is another basket filler that will get tons of use.

9. A tool kit is a must!! This is one of those gifts that they don’t know they want but will be grateful they have when they’re in a pinch.

10. This phone wallet is super convenient. Pop it on the back of your phone, tuck your cards and cash in, and boom…out the door you go.

11. This themed gift box comes with an “adult merit badge” coffee mug, 400 different fun facts, and a motivational book—a little bit of everything!

12. A 3-piece luggage set will get a bunch of mileage. While they make think it will be for all of their exotic adventures, their broke selves will really be using it for all their trips back home so they can do laundry for free.

13. Who doesn’t love a sweet treat?? This tin of delicious cookies will be gone in the blink of an eye, but the sugar high will keep them going for hours.

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Luggage Set
Gift Set
Book
Cookies
Weighted Blanket
Tool Kit
Phone Wallet
Headphones
Charging Station
Bracelet
Necklace
Makeup Bag
Socks
Mug
a graduation themed illustration

Winter can be a drag for a lot of reasons (shoveling snow, anyone??) but it can be especially harsh on our delicate skin and hair! Taking the time to hydrate properly and making sure you’re using high-quality moisturizing products will help you get through those cold, brittle months with your skin, hair, and sanity intact! These highly hydrating beauty products are perfect for winter, and they won’t break the bank! See our favorite winter beauty products below.

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A nourishing cleanser is the first step for glowing skin in the winter! This gentle face cleanser from First Aid Beauty removes dirt and makeup while hydrating and soothing skin.

SPF is not just for summer! It’s important to protect your skin from the sun in every season, and this ultra-hydrating moisturizer from Kiehl’s offers SPF while leaving skin feeling soft and balanced.

Nighttime is when our skin takes the opportunity to rest and rejuvenate, so using a deeply moisturizing night cream will allow you to wake up with a dewy, fresh complexion. This repair cream from Biossance fortifies the moisture barrier and plumps up the skin!

For extra overnight nourishment, use a sleep mask! This water sleeping mask from Laneige will have your skin glowing by morning.

And for soft, supple lips, a lip mask is exactly what you need! This lip sleeping mask from Laneige is a cult favorite for a reason – it delivers intense moisture and plumps your pretty pout!

You’ve attended to your face, but don’t forget about the rest of your body! Sometimes a no-frills moisturizer is exactly what you need, and this CeraVe daily moisturizing lotion will have you saying goodbye to dryness and hello to smooth, soft skin.

For those pesky, extra-dry areas, a little Aquaphor will go a long way! Dab a little on chapped hands or windburned lips and protect yourself from the harsh elements!

Practice good winter hair care with a leave-in conditioner from our favorite MoroccanOil. This formula will leave your locks looking luscious and smelling amazing all day long.

For even more hair hydration, we love this Olaplex No. 8 moisture mask. Boost shine and repair hair damage in just 10 minutes!

Winter can be a drag for a lot of reasons (shoveling snow, anyone??) but it can be especially harsh on our delicate skin and hair! Taking the time to hydrate properly and making sure you’re using high-quality moisturizing products will help you get through those cold, brittle months with your skin, hair, and sanity intact! These highly hydrating beauty products are perfect for winter, and they won’t break the bank! See our favorite winter beauty products below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

A nourishing cleanser is the first step for glowing skin in the winter! This gentle face cleanser from First Aid Beauty removes dirt and makeup while hydrating and soothing skin.

SPF is not just for summer! It’s important to protect your skin from the sun in every season, and this ultra-hydrating moisturizer from Kiehl’s offers SPF while leaving skin feeling soft and balanced.

Nighttime is when our skin takes the opportunity to rest and rejuvenate, so using a deeply moisturizing night cream will allow you to wake up with a dewy, fresh complexion. This repair cream from Biossance fortifies the moisture barrier and plumps up the skin!

For extra overnight nourishment, use a sleep mask! This water sleeping mask from Laneige will have your skin glowing by morning.

And for soft, supple lips, a lip mask is exactly what you need! This lip sleeping mask from Laneige is a cult favorite for a reason – it delivers intense moisture and plumps your pretty pout!

You’ve attended to your face, but don’t forget about the rest of your body! Sometimes a no-frills moisturizer is exactly what you need, and this CeraVe daily moisturizing lotion will have you saying goodbye to dryness and hello to smooth, soft skin.

For those pesky, extra-dry areas, a little Aquaphor will go a long way! Dab a little on chapped hands or windburned lips and protect yourself from the harsh elements!

Practice good winter hair care with a leave-in conditioner from our favorite MoroccanOil. This formula will leave your locks looking luscious and smelling amazing all day long.

For even more hair hydration, we love this Olaplex No. 8 moisture mask. Boost shine and repair hair damage in just 10 minutes!

Winter can be a drag for a lot of reasons (shoveling snow, anyone??) but it can be especially harsh on our delicate skin and hair! Taking the time to hydrate properly and making sure you’re using high-quality moisturizing products will help you get through those cold, brittle months with your skin, hair, and sanity intact! These highly hydrating beauty products are perfect for winter, and they won’t break the bank! See our favorite winter beauty products below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

A nourishing cleanser is the first step for glowing skin in the winter! This gentle face cleanser from First Aid Beauty removes dirt and makeup while hydrating and soothing skin.

SPF is not just for summer! It’s important to protect your skin from the sun in every season, and this ultra-hydrating moisturizer from Kiehl’s offers SPF while leaving skin feeling soft and balanced.

Nighttime is when our skin takes the opportunity to rest and rejuvenate, so using a deeply moisturizing night cream will allow you to wake up with a dewy, fresh complexion. This repair cream from Biossance fortifies the moisture barrier and plumps up the skin!

For extra overnight nourishment, use a sleep mask! This water sleeping mask from Laneige will have your skin glowing by morning.

And for soft, supple lips, a lip mask is exactly what you need! This lip sleeping mask from Laneige is a cult favorite for a reason – it delivers intense moisture and plumps your pretty pout!

You’ve attended to your face, but don’t forget about the rest of your body! Sometimes a no-frills moisturizer is exactly what you need, and this CeraVe daily moisturizing lotion will have you saying goodbye to dryness and hello to smooth, soft skin.

For those pesky, extra-dry areas, a little Aquaphor will go a long way! Dab a little on chapped hands or windburned lips and protect yourself from the harsh elements!

Practice good winter hair care with a leave-in conditioner from our favorite MoroccanOil. This formula will leave your locks looking luscious and smelling amazing all day long.

For even more hair hydration, we love this Olaplex No. 8 moisture mask. Boost shine and repair hair damage in just 10 minutes!