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1. A popular Levoit air purifier, because now that you're an adult, you should *probably* start thinking about how to optimize your surroundings a bit more, and what better way to start than with the very air you breathe! Plus, it's really a twofer, since reviewers also say it's effective at eliminating bad odors (not that your impeccably clean home has any 😉).
2. A set of MATCHING towels to replace those raggedy threadbare ones you've had since college. This set comes with two pairs of bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths, and will truly make you feel like you have your life together.
3. A handmade macramé toilet paper holder as an upgrade to your current situation...which is just placing a roll on the back of the toilet. 😬 Has it ever crossed your mind that you could get compliments on a TP holder? Because with this you 100% will.
4. An external battery you can charge before your trip to keep your devices powered up on the go (this one has over 50,000 5-star reviews!). No more of this "leaving the house while your battery's at 27% and hoping for the best" nonsense.
5. Some vacuum-seal bags to keep all of the clothes you've amassed over the years nice and contained. Now you know why your parents were so obsessed with the concept of "space saving."
6. And on that note, some under-bed storage containers that'll make use of the space that would otherwise be used for hiding monsters (just kidding). In all seriousness, storing seasonal clothes and shoes under the bed is one of the easiest ways to save space elsewhere, and these containers come with see-through tops so you won't forget what you stashed in them.
7. A leather passport and vaccination card holder, because gone are the days of getting to the airport and not knowing where any of your travel documents are. With this handy little accessory, you'll keep all of the important stuff in one place and from getting bent in your wallet/pocket/bag. Even I'm proud of you!
8. A mini bar cart to impress your friends with all of the natural wines you became an "expert" on after, like, one tasting. At any rate, it'll keep your bottles looking more organized than they currently do collecting dust in a cabinet.
9. Along with a sleek wine-chilling bucket for keeping bottles cold for up to two hours! Your guests will think you're *so* fancy.
10. And, a wine aerator pourer that'll infuse your vino with oxygen in mere seconds, which can improve its aroma and flavor (look at you!). Try it out on your next bottle of two-buck Chuck!
11. And, most importantly, a red wine stain remover to have at the ready when someone inevitably spills their drink on the white couch you insisted on buying. Adulting is 91% problem solving, after all.
12. An unassuming but incredibly popular mop and bucket set that even professional house cleaners swear by for spotless floors. It might not magically get you to love cleaning, but it'll probably get you to, you know, ACTUALLY clean.
13. A set of *actual* cloth napkins, because you (and your guests) deserve so much better than a sheet of Brawny next to your plates. Plus, they'll make you look like a seasoned host even if it's your first dinner party rodeo.
14. A fingerprint-recognition lock that'll just make you feel so...PREPARED, since anyone wanting to steal the contents of your luggage would literally have to cut it open (good luck, buddy). It can be used up to 2,500 times on a full charge, and when it runs out of juice, simply connect it to a USB power supply.
15. Earbud-cleaning putty, because, as you'll soon learn, adult life largely revolves around cleaning, and no space is too small to clean these days. The putty sticks to the earbud (or whatever electronic device you're trying to clean without wetting) and pulls out earwax and other debris that may have found its way into those tiny pockets for better connectivity and sound quality.
16. A Squatty Potty that, despite it sounding like a product for kids, will greatly improve your BM experience (aka something adults actually do care about).
17. Some slip-resistant velvet hangers for a less cluttered closet that might actually bring you joy to look at?! Gone are the days of opening your closet only to see your most delicate dresses and blouses collecting dust on the floor, and since these hangers have an ultra-thin design, you'll save precious storage space, too.
18. And, a hanger stacker, because literally no one should ever have to deal with (or look at) a messy pile of tangled hangers EVER. Just seeing that first photo is making me cringe.
19. A 14-piece Rachael Ray nonstick cookware set that'll make you legitimately excited about cooking for yourself. With two saucepans, two skillets, a sauté pan, stockpot, cookie sheet, peeler, two spatulas, and lids, you'll have everything you need to make your culinary visions come to life.
20. Or, if you're short on storage space, Our Place's Always Pan, which will quickly become your go-to cooking vessel (and is a certified BuzzFeed FAVE). It's essentially an all-in-one kitchen tool, as it's designed to braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil, serve, and store. Plus, it comes with a wooden spatula and metal steaming basket! That takeout you used to order every night in your younger days doesn't seem as enticing now, does it?
21. A four-month supply of retainer- and denture-cleaning tablets, because, real talk: Just rinsing them under the faucet for three seconds isn't doing the job. Dissolve a tablet in a cup of warm water, add your dental appliance, and let it sit for 15 minutes, or overnight for really caked-on stains.
22. Some blue light–blocking glasses that'll help combat the harmful effects of the light emitting from those electronics you stare at 24/7/365. Not only will you feel more *responsible*, you'll also look pretty stylish, too.
23. And, some soft silicone eyeglass sleeves to keep your frames from digging into the backs of your ears (the worst!) and from slipping down your nose (the other worst!). Yes, glasses are a big thing in Adult Land™️.
24. Some good old Magic Erasers, because while we're not telling you to stop eating Cheetos, we are telling you to wipe those orange fingerprint stains off your walls once and for all. Just wet 'em, squeeze 'em, and go to town!
25. A set of modern geometric coasters that serve double duty as drink condensation collectors and chic table decor. Yes, adults get excited about coasters, and these are worth the hype.
26. A multiuse wall shelf with hangers for keys and coats and a mail compartment, because slinging your jacket over a chair and flinging your mail onto a random surface in your home is...no longer acceptable.
27. A digital luggage scale so you'll know just how many souvenirs you can cram into your suitcase without — surprise! — a hefty over-capacity fee. Proactivity at its finest, in my humble opinion. Just hook the scale to your luggage handle, lift up, and the LCD display will show the weight. You can also switch between pound and kilogram measurements.
Amazon
Promising review: "This luggage scale does everything that a luggage scale should do. First, and foremost, it is accurate. I tested it against two other scales, and it was spot on. The scale is smallish, which is nice because it is the last thing that I am going to stuff into my luggage after I have finished packing and weighed everything else. Everyone that travels on an airplane should own one of these scales. At a bare minimum, it will save you from having to repack your dirty underwear in front of a gate agent, at the most, it will save you being hit with a $50–$100 extra baggage fee that negates the cost of that cheap ticket that you spent days searching for." —ManFromDola
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
28. A pair of Shark Tank–endorsed drain protectors for any respectable adult who's ever had to witness a plumber pull a humiliating amount of hair out of their clogged drain and has vowed to never let that happen again. Just place it in your drain, and replace every few months once it's nice and hairy.
29. Some cute monogrammed stationery, because a thank-you email or text is, shall we say, a little "collegiate." Jump on the snail mail train and feel a sense of accomplishment! Plus, these are fun enough that you'll still be honoring your inner kid.
30. A complete flatware set to ensure you're not short a fork (the horror!) when you invite your family over to dinner for the first time. Plus, your parents will be amazed by the fact that you have a set of actual serving utensils!
31. Dishwasher-cleaning tablets, because, seriously, how clean can your dishes really be if your dishwasher itself is a mess? Just pop them into the tray where you'd normally put detergent (or on the bottom of your dishwasher if you're washing dishes at the same time), and run as usual!
32. And on that note, some super-popular washing machine–cleansing tablets for extra assurance that your linens aren't mingling with odor-causing residue while they're being "cleaned." Simply place one tablet in your empty washing machine and run a normal wash cycle for a cleaner, better-smelling appliance.
33. Shelf dividers that'll put an end to the disorderly state of your linen closet once and for all. Separate the towels from the washcloths and the sheets from the quilts, and feel a sense of pride when you open the door and know *exactly* where the item you're looking for is.
34. A cold brew coffee maker so you can enjoy barista-quality beverages in the comfort of your own home without handing over half of your paycheck to Starbucks.
35. A Chirp back pain relief set to help ease that achy tension you've been feeling more and more frequently (we all knew this day was coming 😩). It comes with three wheels for different levels of massage, as well as an upper back posture corrector to help keep things in alignment.
36. An AeroGarden Harvest so you can grow — and pick! — fresh herbs right on your counter, no soil required. Even if you've never had a green thumb, these greens are foolproof, and they'll take your newfound love of cooking to the next level.
37. A set of grocery organizers, because throwing out moldy food you forgot about is a sad, sad thing, and a surefire way to avoid it is by using see-through compartments that provide each item with a designated place. Plus, they'll impress your friends when they go to reach for a snack and see such an orderly fridge!
38. Along with some food storage containers that belong in every pantry, not only for organization and convenient browsing, but to keep flour mites (yes, that's a thing) far, far away. This epic set comes with 15 (!) canisters, along with 24 labels, so you'll never mistake your barley for farro again.
39. And, a food container lid organizer, because if there's anything we can all agree on, it's that lids have a mysterious way of disappearing when they're just shoved into a drawer. And look at you taking initiative!
40. Some Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day multi-surface cleaning spray that smells so nice, even the most resistant cleaners will actually look for things to spray it on. Bonus: It's even safe to use on hardwood floors. See all the fun you were missing out on in your youth?
41. A fruit infuser water bottle to help you get those daily glasses in — if you're anything like me, having some spa water you can drink on the go is the only way that's happening.
42. A robot vacuum cleaner that — if we're being honest — will likely do a more thorough job of cleaning your kitchen floors than you would on your own. It works on practically any floor type, and is powerful enough to suck up even the thickest pet hair.
43. A fume-free oven cleaner so you can finally get around to cleaning your oven after...how many years of avoiding it? This NSF-certified product doesn't contain lye or harsh fumes, and reviewers say it works like a dream on caked-on messes if left on overnight. Your parents will faint the next time they visit.
44. A white noise machine to keep distracting sounds to a minimum and make falling asleep a little easier — even when your neighbors decide to throw a rager on a Tuesday night. 🙃 Welcome to adulthood, where getting enough sleep is now your top (only?) priority.
45. A dishwasher magnet you can flip to say whether the contents inside are clean or dirty — a seemingly small gesture with potentially major peace-keeping results. If you've ever experienced the horror of your SO putting dirty dishes into a dishwasher filled with clean ones, I know this is already in your shopping cart.
46. A handy little knife sharpener to keep that nice set you finally invested in impeccably pointy. With proper maintenance, even run-of-the-mill knives can last a long time.
47. A popular yet affordable instant-read thermometer, so you'll never have to worry about overcooking that pricey steak you bought from a *real* butcher ever again.
48. Some in-flight earplugs that won't only drown out the sound of the screaming toddler in back of you, they'll also help prevent air pressure discomfort and popping. Congrats, you're now a certified curmudgeon AND someone who cares about ear well-being! 👏
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Promising review: "Never fly without these! Before I found these, I endured excruciating pain in my ears upon descent and landing. Felt like a hot poker being driven into each ear. My ears would also be plugged up, and it would often take two to three days for them to resume their normal state of being. I insert them about an hour before landing, as the plane is making its slow descent. I'm comfortable, and the most discomfort I experience is a slight 'adjustment of pressure' feeling in my sinus. NO PAIN. NO TEARS." —K. Tombrella
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $17.95 (also available in 5- and 10-packs).
49. And, last but not least, a SipCaddy wine and beer holder, because you're an adult now, which means you can enjoy an adult beverage in the tub when the mood strikes! 🍷🛁
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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