First and foremost, let it be known that Trader Joe’s is a gift in itself. The store is packed with amazing products – like an unbeatable wine selection, dozens of quality beauty products, delicious snacks, plants, and more – that we all depend on for a dose of happiness in our day-to-day lives. And sure enough, its unique offerings double as great gifts, too! Whether it be an adorable coffee plant that you want to buy for a friend’s home or an overnight watermelon face mask for a loved one who needs some self-care, these options will blow your TJ’s-loving friend right out of the water, while keeping your budget on the low side. Search the store for these clever gift ideas the next time you go grocery shopping, throw them in a gift basket, and you’ll be ready for the holidays before you know it!
– Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Prices and products may vary by Trader Joe’s location.
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La Burgondie Brut Reserve
Imported from Burgundy, France, this Rosé has notes of citrus, pear, and apple that go perfectly with a baguette and tasty cheese.
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Trader Joe's Oatmeal Exfoliant Bar
Wrapped up so cute they almost might not want to use it . . . almost. This Oatmeal Exfoliant Bar with an almond-ginger scent is a bathroom staple.
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Trader Joe's Lavender Salt Scrub
Lavender’s on the beauty menu this season, and this tub of salt scrub is a welcome part of the lineup. Make sure they exfoliate the heck out of their dry legs (or maybe that’s just us), and thank Trader Joe’s later.
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Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo
Ingredients from the peppermint, tea tree, and eucalyptus realm will have their hair feeling ultra refreshed.
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Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner
Because the tea tree shampoo needs a match, obviously! Make sure their locks are conditioned with this tingling combo of natural elements.
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Trader Joe's Makeup Remover Towelettes
This is a staple for anyone who wears, well, makeup. Twenty towelettes and these bad boys don’t just clean but tone as well. Boom.
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Trader Joe's Face and Body Sunscreen Lotion
With UV rays threatening to damage skin, TJ’s SPF 30 is just what your loved-one needs. Did we mention it’s one of the more affordable sun protection options, too?
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Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum
Antioxidants and vitamin C beads abound in this facial serum. If you’re looking for smooth and healthy to give them, toss this one in that red cart.
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Trader Joe's Rose Oil Hand Cream
Composed of real rose oil and shea butter, this hand cream will rise to the challenge of moisturizing dry hands while leaving them smelling like a buncha flowers.
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Trader Joe's Lemongrass Coconut Body Oil
Oil that doesn’t leave skin oily. Seriously. Trader Joe’s Lemongrass Coconut Body Oil will be the moisture dry skin craves.
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Trader Joe's Hyaluronic Moisture Boost Serum
Trader Joe’s Hyaluronic Moisture Boost Serum is designed to lock in that moisture for ultimate facial hydration.
