As the nation starts planning for Christmas, new research has revealed the most misguided gifts you could ever give a loved one - according to those unfortunate enough to have received them.
The research from Argos found that three in four people (73 percent) have been given an terrible gift for Christmas in the past, ranging from cleaning products to useless vouchers.
Apparently we get an average of two unwanted presents every Christmas, with one in 20 (three percent) of those surveyed admitting they have never received a gift they have truly loved, despite 80 percent dropping hints to friends and loved ones about what they want.
If you are thinking about gifting any of the following, it's time to think again. There are the 17 most unwanted Christmas presents.

9. Ill-fitting clothes
If you don't know which size to buy, don't just try to guess. A gift receipt can make this unwanted gift better. | Canva/Getty Images

10. A mop and pucket
Nobody is saying that gifts can't be useful - but there is such a thing as an overly-practical present. | Canva/Getty Images

11. Hair removal cream
Something guaranteed to ruin your Christmas - not-so-subtlely being told you're hairier than Santa Claus. | Canva/Getty Images

12. A 12-month dating subscription
It'll be lonely this Christmas...if you choose this insensitive and inappropriate gift for your loved one. | Canva/Getty Images

