Gifts for teenage girls

A closer look: First to 200 points wins, but each extra card risks flipping a number already in front of you, which busts you out of the round. The deck holds twelve 12s but far fewer low cards, so big numbers score well yet bust players more often. Freeze, Flip Three and Second Chance cards add twists, and the box says ages 8 and up.

Why we picked it: A fast push-your-luck game that gets louder with every round. Teenagers and adults get equally hooked.

• 3+ players
• Quick rounds
• Easy rules
• Pocket size

What owners say: Brilliant fun for all ages, easy to learn and perfect for trips and holidays.

A closer look: Up to 24 hours of play from its 5,200mAh battery means days of bedroom listening between charges. Two drivers give a proper stereo spread, which suits a desk or bedside shelf. After a session in the shower or a soaking at the park, dry it off and let the charging port dry out before plugging it in.

Why we picked it: Waterproof, so it’s as happy in the shower as it is at the park, with big bass for its size.

• 12W with BassUp
• Waterproof (IPX7)
• Bluetooth

What owners say: Excellent sound and more than loud enough for its size, with a solid Bluetooth range.

A closer look: Squeeze out a little at a time from the flip-top bottles onto an old plate, since quick-drying acrylic skins over fast. Rinse brushes before a break rather than after, as dried acrylic won’t wash out. For painted pebbles, scrub and dry the stones first, and add a coat of clear varnish if they’re going out in the garden.

• 18 colours in 59ml bottles
• 10 brushes included
• Canvas, wood, rock and ceramics
• Quick-drying, glossy finish

What owners say: Rich, intense colours with good coverage, and it dries quickly. Brilliant on stones.

A closer look: Ribbed cuffs stop the sleeves sliding down over the hands, so it stays practical for gaming, homework or a bowl of cereal on the sofa. It goes in the washing machine on a cold cycle and into the tumble dryer on low, which helps the sherpa stay fluffy. Wash it on its own the first couple of times, as fleecy fabrics can shed.

Why we picked it: Thick sherpa inside and an oversized fit: the uniform of every teenager’s weekend.

• Thick 300 GSM sherpa
• Oversized fit
• Lots of colours

What owners say: Comfy, soft and fluffy, and warm enough to keep the heating off.

A closer look: The powder coat stops it sweating in a bag and gives a grippy finish. It’s a big bottle, so it suits the car, a desk or a day’s walk more than a school bag. The standard mouth is easy to fill with ice and clean with a bottle brush.

• 946ml
• Cold 24 hrs, hot 12 hrs
• Leak-proof Flex Cap with strap
• Dishwasher safe
• Lifetime warranty

What owners say: Keeps drinks hot or cold for ages, doesn’t leak, cleans easily and looks good. Owners love the colours.

Heads up: It can dent if it’s dropped on something hard.

A closer look: Colour with the chisel end in small overlapping strokes to avoid streaks, and use the fine end for outlines. The colourless blender softens edges and can lift small mistakes. Keep the caps clicked on firmly and store the pens flat so both ends stay inked.

• 120 colours + blender
• Chisel and fine tips
• Colour-coded caps
• Carry case
• Quick-drying alcohol ink

What owners say: Excellent quality, vibrant and easy to blend, and suited to beginners and professionals alike. Owners say they keep working for years.

Heads up: Alcohol ink can bleed through thin paper, so use marker paper or slip a spare sheet underneath.

A closer look: Worth knowing: the one size covers roughly UK 3 to 8, so they suit smaller and medium feet best. Washing them inside out on a cool cycle helps the fluffy pile stay soft for longer, and pairing the box with a hot water bottle or a new mug makes a cosy winter bundle.

Why we picked it: Five pairs of super-soft fluffy socks in a gift box, so they’re ready to give straight away.

• 5 pairs
• Super soft and fluffy
• Gift box
• One size

What owners say: Soft, warm and good quality. They don’t look cheap and make a perfect gift.

A closer look: Start with a pea-sized amount of the balm on dry skin, massage it in, then add a splash of water and rinse off with a damp flannel. The toner is a milky essence that gets pressed in with the hands, no cotton pads needed, followed by the serum and then the moisturiser. Lining the bottles up in order on a shelf helps the new habit stick.

Why we picked it: A simple four-step routine that’s fragrance-free and alcohol-free, so it’s gentle on young skin.

• Cleanser, toner, serum, moisturiser
• Fragrance-free
• Alcohol-free
• All skin types

What owners say: Works well as a complete routine and is good value.

Heads up: Some of the bottles are travel size, perfect for trying a routine.

A closer look: One USB-C port works in both directions, so the cable that charges the phone also refills the power bank, and a USB-A socket covers older leads. A small digital display shows how much charge is left at a glance. Plugging it in every Sunday night is a good habit, so it’s full whenever the school bag needs it.

Why we picked it: Slim enough for a blazer pocket, fast-charging, and backed by a three-year warranty. The end of the “my phone died” excuse.

• 10,000mAh
• 22.5W fast charging
• USB-C
• Slim and pocketable
• 3-year warranty

What owners say: Charges fast, fits in a jacket pocket and can fill a phone about twice.

A closer look: Its zipped back pocket has a waterproof lining, so a damp flannel or toothbrush can go in on the last morning without soaking everything else. Padded sides help it keep its shape in a packed suitcase, and the carry handle lets it hang from a hook in a small hotel bathroom with no shelf space.

Why we picked it: Opens wide like a doctor’s bag, so nothing hides at the bottom, with elastic loops for bottles and brushes.

• Opens wide
• Mesh pockets
• Elastic bottle holders
• Lightweight
• Several colours

What owners say: Spacious, with lots of compartments. Perfect for weekends away.