4 Christmas gift ideas that might miss the mark

With Christmas around the corner, many are scrambling to purchase the perfect gift for their loved ones. Although there is a common notion that all Christmas gifts are amazing and loved universally, the reality is quite different. While items like scented candles and lanterns are usually well-received, certain other gifts can miss the mark, becoming unused or unrecognized. Such gifts may not resonate with the recipient due to their impracticality or lack of visual appeal.

Cash envelopes

Giving kids money during Christmas is a decent idea; however, one should avoid gifting cash envelopes to one’s adult friends or family members during festive occasions like Christmas. Handing someone cash as a gift creates a feeling that the individual has not put much thought into the gift. For occasions like Christmas, many individuals prefer personalized gifts, such as something tailored for the recipient, after much contemplation on the gifter’s end.

Personal hygiene products

Razors, mouthwash bottles, toothbrushes, and soap bottles are among the worst items to gift someone during Christmas. These products are fairly basic, meaning that almost everyone might have them in their bathrooms. Personal hygiene products are also particularly cost-efficient to buy. Since these items are common in most households, they are perceived as gifts that are less thoughtful or lacking in personalization, especially during events such as Christmas. Furthermore, gifting someone hygiene products may sometimes unintentionally send a message regarding their personal habits or appearance, leading to unnecessary tension.

Coffee cups

Since coffee cups are pretty common and easily accessible, they may not be the most thoughtful gift choices for Christmas. Like cash envelopes, coffee cups are often inexpensive and are widely available in many markets. Although they might serve a practical purpose, coffee cups may be perceived as lacking in personalization. 

Deodorants

Like personal hygiene products, deodorants are another gift choice that may unintentionally convey negative messages to a recipient. If a person gets deodorants as gifts from work colleagues or family members, there is a chance that they may interpret it as a suggestion that they have an odor issue. To avoid such misunderstandings, one can avoid giving sweet-breath candies and deodorants to people during Christmas and opt for gifts that are more universally appreciated.