10 Last-Minute Gifts To Cop At The Drugstore

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Crap. It's already December 23 and you don't have gifts for anyone in your family yet. Your flight home gets in late tomorrow, plus you're strapped for cash. Have no fear! We have the answers to all your holiday obstacles.

Believe it or not, your local drugstore can be your shopping savior. Swing by a Walgreens, CVS, Duane Reade, or what have you, to find the perfect present for each of your family members. It's super easy, and nobody will suspect you waited until the last day to buy something meaningful. Here are 10 last-minute gifts to cop at the drugstore...

Perfume and Cologne

Most major pharmacies now have fragrance sections that rival the average department store. Need to boost dad out of his midlife crisis? Pick up Giorgio Armani's popular cologne Acqua Di Gio to get him feeling young again. Even Walgreens carries the designer scent. And for your younger sister? Britney Spears' Curious should shut her up till next year.

Candy

Your mom's going to appreciate the "gourmet" box of chocolates you ordered from CVS Belgium. If she's not the fancy type, then just go for some Hershey's Kisses. You're bound to get a loving "awwww" response either way.

Loungewear

"Loungewear" is just a better way to say undershirts and socks. If you're lucky, your hometown pharmacy will carry Champion sweats and hoodies. If you aren't, the least you can get your sweaty brother is some new Hanes basics. Cop some Old Spice for him while you're at it, too.

Cigarettes

Smoking is a really bad habit, but it's pricey. And no cigarette addict wants your preachy pack of nicotine gum, so give 'em what they really want—a 10 pack of Marlboro Reds! Throw in a special edition BIC lighter while you're at it. Bad Santa always wins.

Toys

Have nieces and nephews who won't stop crying? The drugstore toy aisle has everything from Play-Doh to G.I. Joes to baby dolls. Pick up a handful of small toys, stuff 'em in tissue paper, and hand it over to the kids for a more silent stay at home.

School Supplies

There's always one nerdy kid in every family. Make his wishes come true with new school supplies. Pick up a backpack and head to the paper aisle. Fill it with a Trapper Keeper, some colored pencils, highlighters, glue, crayons, and whatever else you can find. A+ for you.

DVDs

Right by the checkout counter is a stand full of old and unwanted DVDs. But we bet you that hipster cousin of yours loves bad movies like Mall Cop. You know, because it's so bad that it's good. Sure. Seriously though, each DVD only costs 5 to 10 bucks and sometimes, you can find gems like The Princess Bride and The Sting to keep for your own collection.

Teeth Whitening Kits

There's a reason why these packs are behind lock and key. Crest Whitestrips are so expensive, a manager needs to grab it for you! And by expensive, we mean over $30. Pretty pricey for a drugstore find. Trust, that coffee and red-wine addicted aunt of yours will really love this.

Shaving Kit

So your favorite uncle just got a divorce and he's looking like a shaggy wreck this Christmas. Tell him to clean-up in a kind and subtle way by gifting him with a nice dopp kit you can make from drugstore finds. Find a travel bag for toiletries and fill it with a razor, shaving cream, and a light face moisturizer and hopefully he'll come back a new man in the new year.

Greeting Cards

The best gift is one from the heart. Let yourself be corny this time of year and pour your feelings out on a colorful Hallmark card. And if you're really feeling generous, stick some cash in there. No one will dare complain.