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Holiday gift guide: 5 gifts for $10 or less for the jetsetter in your life

Dec. 02, 2019
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The holidays will be here before you know it, and for many that means gift-buying season is in full swing. As much as we'd love to give everyone in our lives a pair of noise-canceling headphones or an iPhone 11 Pro, a smaller gift might be more appropriate for certain family members and friends.

We put together this list to help you find the perfect item. And who knows — you may end up finding something perfect for your own collection, too.

MARIO BADESCU ROSEWATER SPRAY

I swear by this. It's the perfect pick-me-up on long flights (and let's be real, short flights too). It makes your skin feel glowy and clean. I love it so much that I use it in my daily skincare routine too. It's refreshing and feels luxurious and it's only $7. What more could you want? They also make one with aloe, cucumber and green tea and one with aloe, chamomile and lavender.

BIODERMA MICELLAR WATER

This is another cult-favorite beauty classic that's ideal for taking some of the "airplane" off your face. It can work as a makeup remover or as a midflight cleanser. Just grab some cotton pads and I promise you'll feel like a new person. I love it when I travel, but I also use it in my day-to-day routine, as well.

POPSOCKET

You're going to want to have one of these ridiculous-looking things on the back of your phone. Why? Because they're amazing. It's a little sticker that pops up into something you can hold on to. They act as a little table and help keep your hand comfortable. They're excellent for helping you take steady photos and videos while traveling. I've been using one for over a year and I don't think I'll ever be able to use my phone without it.

Buy: Popsockets.com, $10

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BUFFWAY SLIM MINIMALIST LEATHER WALLET

It's not the nicest-looking wallet out there, but it's small and compact enough to make it a dream for any frequent traveler. It will fit in your jean pocket or purse easily, and features a handful of slots for credit cards. After all, we know you have a lot of those, right?

BURT'S BEES FABULOUS MINIS TRAVEL SET

It's like a BYO amenity kit. For less than $10, you'll get a foot cream, deep cleansing cream and a cream cleanser, among plenty of others. The frequent traveler in your life will love it.

Editorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.

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