These Thoughtful Gifts From CVS Start At Just $4

Every year, busy moms face the pressure of pulling off a perfect holiday season for their family. TikTok star and mom of two Holly Sherry knows the struggle well. “I’d say the most challenging part is finding the time and getting it done quickly and efficiently,” she says. “And then, of course, budgeting for a large amount of gift-giving at once.” But instead of stressing ahead of an upcoming family gift exchange, Sherry headed to a favorite neighborhood spot to stock up on thoughtful finds at competitive prices: her local CVS store.

“Ultimately, I see CVS being a super convenient place for quick shopping on a budget — which in the case of a gift exchange, where the budget is typically set in place beforehand, is very useful,” Sherry says. This year, you can expect your neighborhood store to be fully stocked with holiday displays, which is bound to turn everyday pit stops into unexpectedly joyful (and productive) gift-shopping sessions. Ahead, discover Sherry’s go-to gifts for everyone on your list that you can pick up on your next CVS run.

Gift Ideas For Kids

If your kids love acting out real-world scenarios, they’ll surely love a playset that helps turn ordinary outings (like a diner visit or your CVS trip) into exciting exercises. “My kids are loving imaginative and pretend play,” says Sherry, “so this Melissa & Doug Star Diner Restaurant Play Set is the perfect gift for littles in the toddler-age range.” The 41-piece set comes with durable wooden play food, an apron with pockets, a guest check and dry-erase marker, and more. A rolling Jakks Pacific CVS® shopping basket (stocked with 12 different play pantry and wellness essentials, naturally) is just as well equipped to spark big imaginations.

When packaging presents for little ones, Sherry suggests finding toys that double as gift-wrapping decoration, like this Grinch plush. “I love to gift a variety of items,” explains Sherry, “and some that are decorative make the wrapping that much cuter!”

Gift Ideas For Him

For her partner, Sherry wanted something that could enhance his daily grooming routine, like the barber-grade Cremo Company shave kit that comes complete with a razor, two refills, shaving cream, and a cooling post-shave balm. “Cremo is already used in our household,” says Sherry. “Also, what guy can’t use some extra grooming supplies?”

Gifts that make family activities even better were next on her list, leading her to a LEGO City Spaceship and Asteroid Discovery kit that comes with two astronauts, an alien, and other galactic-themed accessories. “I specifically had my brother-in-law in mind with this one because he really enjoys building LEGO sets with my nephews!”

Don’t forget Sherry’s trick of leveling up gift-wrapping by including gifts in the packaging itself. An easy place to start? Try tying this Hershey's Kisses Grinch milk chocolate-filled plastic cane into the bow of a wrapped gift for an extra-sweet touch.

Gift Ideas For Her

When considering the best gifts for the girlies in her life, Sherry knew to start strategizing close to home. “Really, I was just thinking, ‘What would I want?’ Obviously, a comfy blanket was a must,” says Sherry of the Wayland faux-fur blanket. The plush blanket adds a layer of luxury to anyone’s space, as does a flickering candle in a premium soy blend, like the Star Candle Co. Mercury Volcano Jar Candle (“Nothing says cozy like a candle during the holidays!” says Sherry.).

For the final select, why not go with a gift that literally keeps on giving? “Advent calendars have become so exciting for me during the holiday season!” says Sherry, who recommends the CVS Twelve Days of Beauty calendar. It offers a curated assortment of five full-size products and seven minis. “A bunch of mini gifts in one? Yes, please!”