The days of writing a Christmas wish list are in the past for most of us- now we mostly want stuff that we'd actually use in our lives.
According to a new survey, by age 24 the average person starts appreciating PRACTICAL Christmas gifts . . . and 81% of us say we'd rather get a present we'll actually use through the year.
The survey also found the top 10 practical gifts that we like to give or receive every year. And they are . . .
*Candy or chocolate
*Something homemade
*A gift card or money
*Makeup
*Books
*Self-care items
*A toothbrush
*Skincare products
*Underwear
*Pajamas
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