Our Shopping Editors Picked Out the Best Easter Gifts for Adults—No Candy Cop-Outs Allowed

Listen, I’m a shopping expert, but even I think holiday gifting is getting out of hand. I mean, my middle school-grade niece gives her friends “boo baskets” for Halloween, and is pining for a $50 lip gloss for Easter. (Um, no.) While I still believe in the art of the Easter basket with inexpensive but thoughtful gifts sprinkled throughout a bed of crinkle paper, I’d argue that buying Easter gifts for adults is even more fun. So, I asked the shopping experts I trust most—the writers and editors I work with—to share the gifts they want in their own Easter baskets this year.

I surveyed more than a dozen co-workers, and completely by accident, everyone’s picks were under $30. Clearly, we have good taste and love a budget, too! The best Easter gifts for adults include brands like Laneige, The Ordinary, and HydroFlask, but don’t cost a cent over $30.

The Best Editor-Loved Easter Gifts for Adults

• Emily Lex Studio Flowers Watercolor Workbook, $24
• King Arthur Baking Company Baker’s Dough Whisk, $15 (was $20)
• Iwntwy Mushroom Bird Feeder, $26 (was $30)
• Burpee Wildflowers Pollinator Seed Mix, $8
• Laneige Berry Sleeping Lip Mask, $24
• HydroFlask Micro Bottle, $20
• Peripera Mood Glowy Tint, $13
• Grace & Stella 24-Pack Gold Undereye Bags, $20 (was $29)
• Bonne Maman Preserves Sampler, $14
• Capri Blue Volcano Fragrance Oil, $14

Emily Lex Studio Flowers Watercolor Workbook

“I received a holiday-themed painting book from this brand for Christmas, and it’s been a relaxing pastime as someone who’s far from artistic. I’d be delighted to receive a floral version for Easter this year. The book includes 12 beginner-friendly floral sketches to mimic as you work on your own watercolor creation. It’s not a paint-by-number booklet, so you get more freedom to paint as you’d like.” - Lily Gray, Associate Editorial Director 

King Arthur Baking Company Baker’s Dough Whisk

“I’ve been helping my sister embark on her sourdough bread journey, and I’m quickly becoming her emotional support baker. I field bread questions via text message constantly, and in an effort to let this little birdie fly from the nest, I’m stocking her Easter basket with the sourdough bread must-haves, starting with this dough whisk from the bread experts themselves. Its coiled wire doesn’t clog, prevents overmixing, and won’t leave any dry flour behind.” - Stephanie Osmanski, Shopping Writer 

Iwntwy Mushroom Bird Feeder

“It’s delightfully whimsical! So much cuter than your average bird feeder, but still safe for birds, too.” - Brandi Fuller, Shopping Editor

Burpee Wildflowers Pollinator Seed Mix

“Nothing like starting Easter with a bag full of seeds. I love Burpee seeds, and it’s the perfect time to start planting seeds. Especially for pollinators!” - Brandi Fuller, Shopping Editor

Laneige Berry Sleeping Lip Mask

“Laneige’s Lip Sleeping Mask is my trick for rehydrating my lips when they’re particularly dry. It works quickly, and the berry scent is super nostalgic because it reminds me of Bubble Yum gum. I do love adding a swipe across my lips before I go to bed, but I also pop some on during the day when I want to add a hint of color. I love this so much that I’ve gotten my mom’s best friend obsessed with it, too, which is when you know you’ve found a winner of a product!” - Carly Totten, Shopping Editor

HydroFlask Micro Bottle

“Yes, this water bottle size may be more appropriate for a child, but it’s also perfect for grown-up beverages—like two shots of espresso. The tiny design on this bottle makes it super portable; it barely takes up space in my bag and can fit in some of my smallest purses. And because it’s so compact, it never weighs me down when I’m commuting, traveling, or just out and about.” - Euna Park, Senior Shopping Editor

Peripera Mood Glowy Tint

“As a K-Beauty fanatic, I have long loved Peripera lip products. The brand recently reformulated their popular Mood Glowy Tints—and for the better. It has a lighter texture with a bit more slip, which makes it easy to layer. The tint it leaves also lasts several hours (even with eating food), so I don’t have to reapply often throughout the day. Plus, it’s under $13 and comes in a wide variety of warm- and cool-toned pinks, nudes, and more.” - Euna Park, Senior Shopping Editor

Grace & Stella 24-Pack Gold Undereye Bags

“Most eye masks I’ve tried are meh, but these are so good. They feel super cool on your undereyes (which is especially energizing on mornings you can’t seem to wake up) and are made with a hydrating elixir of amino acids, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and sea moss to reduce puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles over time.” - Taylor Rock, Associate Editorial Director 

Bonne Maman Preserves Sampler

“I love to give consumables, and these jams are my favorite! And the teeny tiny jars are so cute and can be used to hold other things when they’re empty. I have one jar that holds my clear plastic hair elastics.” - Brandi Fuller, Shopping Editor

Capri Blue Volcano Fragrance Oil

“Capri Blue’s Volcano scent is possibly one of the most easily recognized citrusy fragrances, and this little bottle of oils leaves that lush scent on your clothes. I especially love using it on my towels and bedding to keep them smelling fresh. You only need to put a few drops of oil on each dryer ball, and soon everyone will be asking what detergent you use.” - Emma Ashe, Shopping Editor

The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% Hyaluronic Acid

“If you aren’t using Matrixyl, you’re missing one of anti-aging’s gentlest and most powerful ingredients. Dermatologists recommend this $11 serum by The Ordinary as one of the most affordable ways to incorporate Matrixyl into a routine: The lightweight formula combines superstar peptides with moisturizing hyaluronic acid, layers easily under moisturizer and sunscreen, and can slot right into any skin care regimen. Any giftee into beauty would be thrilled to find this in their basket this Easter. How do I know? I use it myself.” -Miles Walls, Shopping Writer

Abbott Collection Mini Flamingo Planter

“I’m obsessed with this tiny flamingo planter and its playful pop of pink! It’s only a few inches wide, which is the perfect size for my small desk. I popped an air plant into mine for a touch of greenery and all the spring vibes.” - Laura Miller, Senior Editorial Director

Modengkongjian Jewelry Organizer Box

“While I own a lot of jewelry, I typically rotate the same pieces every day. Before I had this mini jewelry box, I was a bit reckless and would just put loose jewelry on my nightstand, but this makes it so easy to keep everything neat (and safe) in place. It measures just over 6 inches wide x 4.5 inches tall, so it doesn’t take up too much real estate on my nightstand, and it comes with slots for rings, compartments for earrings, a second storage layer for bracelets, and a top one with hooks for necklaces.” - Alicia Geigel, Shopping Writer

Mane Ready Knot Detangling Brush

“The best part of a hair appointment is when they massage your head in the wash bowl, and this detangling brush is the closest thing to getting that same sort of treatment at home. The metal bristles feel incredible on the scalp and can be used on all hair types, wet or dry.” - Taylor Rock, Associate Editorial Director