Where to Find Unique Gifts for Teenagers in Barrington, Illinois

Are you counting the days? The holidays are approaching rapidly and I am certain most people's Christmas lists are getting longer and longer. If you are like me, you probably have not even bought wrapping paper yet, let alone any gifts. If the physical act of purchasing gifts is not stressful enough, then add in purchasing a gift for your teen. Teenagers are never at a loss for gift ideas, but they usually come with an expensive price tag. What is a shopper to do?

If you live in the Barrington, Illinois area there are plenty of economical and unique choices for your teens. Here is just a sampling of some of the area shops that have perfect teen gifts.

Soak, located in the Ice House Mall, has a wide range of items that are appealing to the teenage girl. Soak sells bath and body products that are a little different from the typical bath and body products you would find at the national store chains. For instance, the bath confetti they have comes in a variety of designs and scents and starting at just $2.50 they make great stocking stuffers. Another hit with Soak's teenage shoppers - the body butters. These products contain Shea Butter, Avocado & Macadamia Nut Oil, Vitamins A, C, D & E, and Aloe Vera Gel and are the perfect way to keep your teen's skin hydrated and smelling good. You can also create your own personalized gifts by filling tubes with your own combinations of bath salts and confetti. Soak is located at 200 Applebee St, Barrington, IL 60010. Their phone number is: (847) 277-2007. Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., are 9:30am - 5:30pm; Thursday, 9:30am - 7:00pm and Sun., 12:00pm - 4:00pm. Website: www.shopsoak.com