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Here's a perfect Christmas present idea for every person in your life

We’ve trawled the shops and found the pick of the bunch, so you can relax.

Avoid shopping fatigue! Simply use our handy Christmas gift idea generator... Shutterstock / Sandra Matic Shutterstock / Sandra Matic / Sandra Matic

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IS an arduous task, especially if people in your life are tricky to buy for.

Never fear, we’re here to help. Just choose who you’re struggling to shop for, and we’ll endeavour to fix your problem in a snap – using our trusty Christmas gift idea generator, below.

So, who are you looking to buy for?

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Brother

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Secret Santa
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Get your mam... some Burts Bees
Gorgeous, soothing products with natural honey goodness. Choose from balms, cleansers, moisturisers and lots more. Available from Avoca outlets nationwide.
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Get your dad... a turf-scented candle
You know the way your dad is always trying to wind you up? Get your own back by giving him this hipster-tastic turf-scented candle. A lot more #notions than socks again. Get it in the Irish Design Shop, Drury St, Dublin for €16.
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Get your sister... some unique jewellery
Like this handmade Irish jewellery by Arty Smarty, available from the Jam Art Factory in Dublin. This lovely piece costs just €25.
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Get your brother... a hipster washbag
From Disaster Designs, these extremely manly wash bags come with one of a selection of high-grade products for beard or moustache. He'll be the envy of the gym. €29.99 from Unbound in Cork or Killarney.
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Get your boss... these stylish espresso cups
Support Irish design with these Arran St East espresso cups for €30. Thrown in kilns in the heart of Dublin's Liberties and available at the Kilkenny Design Centre in Kilkenny Castle, among other outlets. Ideal for a coffee-swilling manager.
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Get your colleague... this gas mug
Jesus Mary and Joseph, that's a lovely brew. Ideal for a chuckle on your tea break. Available from My Shop... Granny Likes It in Galway for €12.
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Get your Secret Santa... a gas book
Got someone you don't know well in Kris Kindle? Get them this gas Ladybird books for adults. Available in Designist in Dublin or good bookstores nationwide, for €9.
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Get your BFF... these gorgeous notebooks
These lovely Irish-designed notebooks by Ursula Celano are perfect for your best mate - especially if you write a mushy inscription about your friendship on the flyleaf. €9 per design from My Shop... Granny Likes It in Galway.
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Get your husband... this popcorn maker
This one is cheating a little. This popcorn maker, for €21.50 from Designist in Dublin, is just as much a present for you as for the other half.
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Get your wife... this gorgeous skincare spritz
Rose petal infused mist, suitable for all skins. Refreshes the skin after a busy day. Made by the hip brand Aesop. Available for €19 in Makers & Brothers in Harolds Cross, Dublin.
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No matter where you head to shop for that tricky so-and-so in your life, pay using Visa contactless. You can make Visa contactless payments for all transactions under €30 – so nothing will slow you down as you whizz around checking off that shopping list. Find out more here.