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1. A planner that will help keep you accountable for any new goals you set. It allows you to check off how often you Zumba, take your Duolingo lessons, and anything else you promised yourself you'd get to.
Free Period Press is a woman-owned small business that specializes in creating products that will simplify your life. Some of their other self-care products include calendars, coloring books, and detailed planners.
Promising review: "I wanted to reduce stress and nail down some habits, and I've always done better when I can see progress tangibly. I'd been eyeing this calendar for some time, but was unsure if it was worth the money. I decided to go for it. SO glad I did. It has some 'homework' pages at the beginning to help you focus in on your goals, but mostly its the cleanness and ready-to-go nature of the monthly calendar pages that have worked for me. It's helped me be more disciplined AND narrow my focus so I'm not worrying about doing everything under the sun each day. I liked it so much that I bought a second one for a friend. Another friend saw me using it and also made a purchase. I'm really happy I made the leap." —Flight of Stars
Get it from Amazon for $18.
2. A rapid egg cooker that makes the perfect egg-based breakfast quicker (and dare I say better) than your fave fast food chain. That means no more missing the most important meal of the day, plus you can finally cross "cook at home more" off your to do list.
The rapid egg cooker allows you to make hard-boiled, poached, and scrambled eggs. It comes with a base, lid, measuring cup, poaching tray (for poached eggs), six slot boiling tray (for hard-boiled eggs), an omelet bowl, and a recipe/instruction booklet. Add eggs and water (depending on the type of eggs you're making) and your meal will be done in minutes.
Promising review: "This little guy has made my life so much easier. There was a small, but delicious, learning curve to account for the fact that we use large and jumbo eggs, but once I got that nailed down it's been nothing but good egg times for my partner and me. I primarily use it to boil eggs (medium for breakfast/brunchy times and hard for salads) but I've had pretty good success making poached and scrambled eggs, too. And, most importantly, I've been able to leave all peeling drama behind me! Even fresh eggs give up their shells readily after being cooked in my Dash Cooker, and I couldn't be happier." —Batelle
Get it from Amazon for $18.85+ (available in eight colors).
3. Atomic Habits by James Clear strives to help you make positive new habits that stick. The author uses a combination of psychology and science that encourage you to make some small (but massively helpful!) lifestyle changes.
Promising review: "I've been a fan of James Clear for some time and I think his work is amazing. I couldn't be more happy to see his new book come out and I've been devouring this since I got it. I've read a lot on the topic of habits. I think Atomic Habits delivers the best science and easiest practical applications for habit change that is available today." —Scott Iardella, MPT, CSCS, CISSN
Get it from Amazon for $12.99, Bookshop (to support local booksellers) for $24.84, or check your local library.
4. Reusable stainless-steel straws because not only does this help curb plastic waste, but you'll also save $$$ by never having to purchase disposable ones. Less waste + more money in your pocket = a happier you.
The set comes with four stainless steel straws of varying lengths and a cleaning brush.
Promising review: "I have grown tired of seeing junk tossed on our roadways and in our rivers and oceans. It's crazy the amount of refuse that is discarded on a daily basis in our dump sites. A lot of restaurants and bars are trying to stop from using straws; however, many of us still like to use straws. Therefore, I found the idea of straws that could be reused to be appealing. These items are well made and have a nice little pouch so that they can be easily stored in my purse. The pouch includes a brush in order to clean them after use. Hopefully, it will be something that will catch on and rid our planet of unnecessary discards." —Kelly M. Guess
Get a set of four from Amazon for $3.99+ (available in a four-pack or 16-pack and four colors).
5. A pill organizer with 14 slots so you can separate your morning vitamins and medications from the ones you take at night.
Promising review: "I have a lot of different meds I have to take at two times a day. This case was perfect for my needs. I am able to fit all of my pills (four to five) morning and night in the compartments. I also have issues forgetting to take the meds so it’s very convenient to make sure I don’t forget or overdose." —kraven2010
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
6. Nail biting deterrent polish, a 2-in-1 solution and top-coat formulated with bitter flavors that taste awful, thus promoting nail growth. Now prepare for a hand that's worthy of a red carpet mani cam.
Promising review: "I've been a nail biter for over 15 years. In the past few years I've had short periods where I'd get better about it, but then fall back into the moment any stressful situation came up. My nails have always been in horrible condition. I decided I'd give this a chance. To be perfectly honest, I was worried that my temptation to bite my nails would fight through the bitter taste, or get used to it after a while. Well I can go ahead and tell you that's not the case. Helped me break the habit I've had most of my life!" —Tommy
Get it from Amazon for $7.97 (available in a single or double pack).
7. A mini umbrella so lightweight and compact, you can keep it in your purse until you need it. TL;DR: you'll never forget another umbrella at home or anywhere else again.
Promising review: "I keep this in my purse as it’s so compact. We’ve been getting a lot of rain where I reside at lately on a random basis. This really comes in handy especially the little sleeve it goes in to carry it around in. It’s very nice, helpful and sturdy. I can even use this in the summer if I needed to." —AvidAmazonShopper
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 13 colors).
8. Flexible curling rods that will ensure you never have to sacrifice healthy hair for style. Hot tools can cause hair breakage, but it's hard to put the flat and curling iron down for good — these will give you voluminous, bouncy curls sans heat so you can kick split ends to the curb.
Each set comes with a 42-pack 7" flexible curling rods.
Promising review: "My daughter and I purchased these because we are trying to protect our hair from heat damage from curling irons. These work great! I have long hair and my daughter has waist length hair and we were both able to use the rollers. They create a lot of waves and volume. My hair is shorter than waist length and I was able to achieve long-lasting curls. They do not tangle, they are soft so they don't hurt your head, and the pack comes with enough rollers to achieve a great look. We are both very, very satisfied with this product. Thank you!" —Markela S.
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
9. An exercise workstation bike for anyone who's sitting at their desk all day and wants to get active. This makes it easy to get moving during your lunch hour and helps break up the day.
Promising review: "As a health provider, I was beginning to really struggle with work/life balance. I am a new provider and I only had time to exercise in the morning, but then that time was taken up by catching up with my medical charts. One night while feeling especially disheartened I thought about exercise desks but thought they would be cost-prohibitive. I was ecstatic when I found FlexiDesk. The product was very reasonably priced. It is easy to move and isn’t overly bulky. The desk is easily adjustable for a perfect fit. Now I can work and exercise at the same time. This is the best self purchase I have made for myself. Wonderful product. So pleased." —Jocelyn G.
Get it from Amazon for $399.99 (available in six styles).
10. Reusable makeup remover cloths that remove dirt, dry your skin, and last for years, that way you can help reduce waste in your home and save money in the long run. They even come with a box for storage and a drawstring laundry bag for machine washing so they don't get damaged or lost (unlike your socks).
Each set comes with a 20-pack of reusable cloth rounds, washable laundry bag, and round box for storage.
Promising review: "More and more I am taking steps to take better care of the environment and these reusable makeup remover pads are a total win! I use makeup removers every day and I was really feeling the itch to stop throwing so many away and get reusable ones. I am so happy I have them now and that they are 100% organic (love this!). They are gentle to my skin, super easy to wash, and I love that they're big, so I can even use one pad for two days. 100% recommended!" —J
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
11. A mini trash bin for your car because no matter how often you tidy up the interior, it's bound to be messy by the end of the day thanks to gum wrappers, fast food, and drink cups. Now, you can keep your vehicle permanently clean (well, at least on the inside).
Promising review: "LOVE this thing. The minute I put this in my car, I notice three wrappers I could throw in. A straw wrapper and some gum wrappers. Boom. Clean car again. I can tell this is a quality product. The spring on the lid is fairly strong so you know this won’t break within a week of use. I’m giving one to a friend as well!" —Bree
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors and as a set of two).
12. A sectioned hamper that's guaranteed to make laundry day accident-proof and feeling like less of a chore. That means no more sorting mix-ups, aka accidentally bleaching your favorite jeans or splotches of bright pink ending up on your favorite white tee.
Promising review: "I’m so happy with this purchase! I have a messy family and I work full time. Getting them to help with laundry without the right hamper was a struggle. I bought this out of the others that were similar because I took the time to see pictures and read customer reviews. They were right! This hamper is great." —Elizania Guzman
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in four colors).
13. A gratitude journal — if you have a habit of dwelling on the negative, try the daily practice of writing down all the positive things you've overlooked throughout the day.
14. An adjustable back brace that will comfortably help correct your posture. The sleek design is almost invisible under clothes and relieves back, shoulder, and neck pain associated with slouching! You can wear it for a couple of minutes or hours while working for a noticeably more enjoyable sitting experience.
Promising review: "After a couple of decades of computer use, posture has always been an issue. I was hesitant to get a shoulder posture corrector, because I just assumed it wouldn't be comfortable or would pinch and pull. I'm glad I added one of these to my posture correction routine. I've greatly reduced, or eliminated the posture problems I developed from bad habits. It is comfortable. It's very lightweight, and it's easy to hid under a T-shirt. I usually wear it for a couple of hours while working. I won't slouch for the rest of the day, and even walk/run with noticeably better posture by not leaning forward since your body tends to follow your arms and shoulders." —Rural Techie
Get it from Amazon for $19.97.
15. An erasable wall organizer so you can keep track of multiple schedules in one convenient place. Now, you and your family will never forget important dates and appointments ever again.
1Thrive is small business that sells organization products and prints.
Promising review: "This is perfect for anyone who likes to stay organized! Super cute and practical." —Tera Fuller
Get it from 1Thrive for $199 (add-ons like folders, pens, hooks, markets etc. available).
16. A Waterpik flosser so you'll have no excuse when it comes to cleaning your teeth. Regular string floss can make the process feel tedious and unpleasant, but this device is seamless: Simply hold the device up to your teeth and let the water do all the work.
Promising review: "So, this Waterpik is amazing. By the way this is my first review ever on Amazon after ordering numerous of things. So I had 4mm and 5mm periodontal pockets from not flossing and also experienced some bone loss, I also had to get a very uncomfortable deep gum pocket cleaning. I literally hated flossing and would find myself avoiding to floss even though I needed it very much. My gums were red, swollen, and inflamed because I was in the early stages of periodontal disease. I started using the Waterpik flosser, and instantly like this way of flossing much better! After using it consecutively each night for only five days my gums were noticeably better and felt much better." —Ebony
Get it from Amazon for $78 (available in five colors).
17. A clean/dirty dishwasher magnet to ensure you don't double wash already clean dishes *or* accidentally use a dirty cup. Simply use the gray slider to let the rest of the household know whether they're soiled or spotless.
Promising review: "This helps us so much! Technically everyone in the house could open the dishwasher and very easily see if it's clean or dirty. But instead, I get the 'I didn't know it was dirty and I could put my dishes in it instead of the sink.' Or 'I didn't know it was clean and could be emptied.' This sign has changed it all, especially when it says dirty. Everyone, including my husband and 7-year-old, put their dishes in it when it says dirty. And whoever runs it, always remembers to change it to clean or dirty once emptied. So far, so good! I wish we'd had this years ago! And, it is magnetic and clings easily to the side of our dishwasher. And, it didn't scratch it up or anything, Works great and easy to use!" —Christy
Get it from Amazon for $7.49 (available in six colors).
18. A hydrocolloid acne pimple patch so you can stop picking at your face! These patches gently suck the gunk out of your blemishes and stop you from damaging your skin, which means you can wave bye bye to acne scars (and further inflammation) caused by constantly touching your face.
Promising review: "I do not claim to understand the science behind this tiny miracles, but they have changed my life. I spent my workday looking forward to going home and putting one of these bad boys on my newly erupted Mt. Zit and the overnight results were shocking. Not only is it grossly satisfying, but it saved me several days of walking around with a bloody crater in my face because my previous method of dealing with unsightly blemishes was to pick pick pick." —Adg
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
19. A folding board because it's time you stopped shoving your clothes straight out of the dryer and back into your laundry bag. Let's face it, you're not going to iron it and yes, everyone can see your super-wrinkled top on Zoom. This board effortlessly folds any item of clothing in seconds so you'll always look sharp.
Promising review: "I worked in clothing stores for years, so I can make an amazing t-shirt fold with a clipboard and some free time. But it's a pain, and I'm not trying to make my closet look like Old Navy. This is honestly quicker, easier, and more effective than I expected and I'm glad to have it. Made folding race by. I was surprised how much I appreciated its functionality!" —M. Maroney
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in four colors).
20. Plastic nail clips for a safe and easy way to soak off your polish. When the paint starts to chip or grow out, you might be tempted to file, chew, or peel off but that can cause major damage to the nail bed. These clips stay put and take off acrylics and color in under 10 minutes.
The set comes with 10 pieces of plastic nail clips.
Promising review: "Love it, this is a must have if you use gel polish. It's so much better than trying to do the foil and cotton thing. This keeps the cotton in place which in return makes the process so much faster and easier when removing gel polish. And no harm to the nail bed. I use to peel the polish off which cause my nail to feel fragile after. Would recommend this." —krystal rose
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in four colors).
21. Glossier Invisible Shield uses a fast absorbing water gel formula to help you get in the habit of applying your sunscreen every day. Say bye-bye to white cast because this is translucent and melts right into your skin.
Promising review: "I had never used sunscreen as part of my daily routine before. I always knew I needed to, but I could never find one that I didn't find to be too greasy underneath my makeup. This sunscreen is amazing. It is super light and smells amazing, but it actually works! I used this for a week-long beach vacation and my skin was very happy. Would highly recommend." —Anna
Get it from Glossier for $25.
22. A time-marked water bottle so you can keep that promise of drinking more water. This beautifully designed bottle has a motivational phrase for each gulp from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., which means that adding this to cart ensures you'll be hydrated all day long.
Promising review: "I have been struggling with remembering to drink water throughout the day. This bottle is a huge help. I tend to get busy at work and forget about drinking water. This bottle is not too large to keep on my desk and the color stands out nicely. I also love that it give you hourly goals instead of several hours at a time. Good quality product! I will order again!" —Aunna
Get it from Amazon for $16 (available in 16 colors).
23. A hairbrush cleaner... don't be shy, this is a safe space. Every person who has owned a brush longer than a month has a little lint and dirt stuck in there and this little gadget will get all that gunk out.
Promising review: “I cannot believe I have lived my whole life and never had such a unique tool to clean long, thick hair out of my brushes! It is inexpensive yet well made. I will mostly buy a few more as gifts for my long-hair friends. Highly recommend this product.” —Piper
Get it from Amazon for $10.95.
24. A bedside clock with wheels that actually *jumps* off your nightstand so that you can't hit the snooze button again and again. Say so long to oversleeping!
Promising review: "This is the most amazing ALARM clock EVER. I have had trouble for years waking up on time. Not anymore with this alarm clock. You can't help but jump out of bed to the alien sounds and runaway movements of the clock. It's annoying at 5 a.m. BUT it does what's it's supposed to do — WAKE YOU UP! I will never live without this clock." —MC Florida
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 10 colors).
25. Garnier Skinactive Micellar Cleansing Water for those who sleep in their makeup after a long night — or only use a face wash that doesn't remove all of their foundation. This removes beauty products that won't budge and gets rid of dirt and excess oil to leave you with clean skin sans residue.
Promising review: "I switched from using makeup pads and makeup remover for environmental purposes, and switched over to reusable makeup cloths and micellar water. This has been my favorite, as it removes makeup and cleanses skin. I have very sensitive skin, so I just use this on my face at night and follow up with a light moisturizer. This combination has done wonders for my skin, and I keep on coming back to this one by Garnier because I've had no negative side effects." —Claire
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in two sizes and in sets of two).
26. Easy Way to Stop Smoking by Allen Carr, a book loved by over 3,500 reviewers who say that it *truly* help them quit smoking for good. It's actually written by an author who was smoking about 100 cigarettes a day and chronicles his journey towards stopping.
Promising review: "As a smoker off and on for 20 years, I needed to truly step onto a pathway to quit for good. This book not only approaches quitting smoking in a manner I had never heard before, but also enabled me to think about how awful the habit truly is at its core. Grateful for this recommended read." —KawaiiGuy
Get it from Amazon for $13.54, Bookshop (to support local booksellers) for $13.79, or check your local library.
27. A timed outlet so you never go into full panic mode when you realize you forgot to turn your straightener off. Simply turn the pointer to the time that you'd like to device turned off by, and the outlet will automatically shut off when the time comes.
Promising review: "I've been using this for about a month now and love this timer. I had a bad habit of leaving my hair straightener on, but I set the timer to come on for one hour in the morning while I get ready and stay off the rest of the day. I haven't left my hair straightener on since I bought this timer. Highly recommend for anyone who doesn't want to disrupt their morning routine, but wants to be safe during the day while you're out!" —AmznUser181921
Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in a single or double pack).
28. Aquaphor body spray lotion because moisturizing feels so tedious and time-consuming, but *not* applying moisturizer after you shower (especially during winter) has itchy consequences for your skin. It's perfect if you're in a rush, gets into those hard-to-reach places like your back, and makes the process kind of fun.
The non-greasy formula is made with a blend of butane, petrolatum, mineral oil, ceresin, lanolin alcohol, panthenol, glycerin, bisabolol.
Promising review: "I would give 10 stars to this if I could. As I've gotten older, every winter, my back will itch constantly. This year has been particularly bad. My mom received a sample of this and gave it to me. I didn't hold out a lot of hope that it would provide any kind of lasting relief, but I tried it. From the first spray, the itching subsided quickly, and I only use it every other day now. As soon as I step out of the shower and dry off, I step back in and give my back a quick, light spray, and that's all it takes. How easy is that? I use so little that the shower floor doesn't get slick or coated. And a little amount is all it takes! It does leave a light coating on your skin, but it is so thin, that it won't stain your clothing. I am now itch-free 99% of the time, and I hope they never stop making this product!" —Anonymous
Get it from Amazon for $16.71.
29. A HelloFresh meal delivery subscription box so you can save major $$$, cut down on ordering take out, and eat full nutritious meals. You can completely customize your meal plan and can also cancel at anytime.
HelloFresh offers six customizable plans including Meat & Veggies, Veggie, Family Friendly, Calorie Smart, Quick & Easy, and Pescatarian. The subscription offers up to five meals for two to four people each. Each box comes with recipes and all ingredients needed to make the meal.
Get it from HelloFresh starting at $7.99 per serving.
30. Drink coasters that can help keep your furniture in mint condition because damaged tables do not sell well on Facebook Marketplace.
Promising review: "I bought these coasters looking for something that did not let water puddle and subsequently leak onto the surface I am trying to protect. They did not let me down. The top never gets wet and the cork bottom prevents any sliding. I will never buy another coaster." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $15.89.
31. Wet & Forget shower cleaner because are you one of those folks who absolutely hates cleaning but likes things to be spotless? Well, this stuff is perfect because it requires absolutely no scrubbing. Just apply the odorless solution to your tub daily and rinse it off with water to make your bathroom look like one at the Ritz — no sponge required.
Promising review: "This stuff is excellent. It performs as promised, it has a very nice scent, no fumes, and leaves shower clean with no scrubbing actually necessary. It is very easy to apply and rinse off. It is designed very well, with squirting spout separate from the large container and attached by a longish tube, so you don't have to hold the heavy container while applying the product. I've been using it for quite a while now, and I love it. I highly recommend it." —Stephanie Martin
Get it from Amazon for $18.61 (available in four sets).
32. A wireless tracker so you never have to utter the phrase "Where's my (insert item here)?!" again. The set comes with a transmitter that has a built-in flashlight and four color-coded receivers — just apply the receivers to any item like your phone, glasses, or keys. If you misplace it, press the color on the transmitter that you attached to the missing item, then follow the beep.
This comes with one transmitter and four receivers. Once you press the remote, a receiver sound beeps and the item lights up. The remote's range reaches up to 30 METERS, so if you're one to throw your keys out the window, you're in luck.
Promising review: "Do you have kids? We have three of them. By the time I get home from a long day at work, sometimes I just need a little Netflix or Amazon Prime. Before I got these, there was this hellish period of 'you've got to be kidding me? What do you mean you don't remember where you put it?!?!'. Sure, we had a designated basket where the remotes should go, but they'd be under the couch, under a blanket, in the next room, etc. Now, all I do is click a button on the base remote and the fob chimes away and we have fun finding the cussed little devices. Sure, they still end up in every conceivable unusual spot, but now we can find them." —UkuleleJoe
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
33. A pasta portion measuring tool that'll ensure you don't end up with more spaghetti than you need. Now you won't be forced to waste food or eat pasta for breakfast, lunch, and dinner before it goes bad.
Promising review: "It works great! Sizing is just right. No more wasted noodles." —RegularFella
Get it from Amazon for $5.99.
34. A monthly subscription that sends you a new journal each month. Each one has prompts, mood trackers, and a calendar so you can completely dissect your day and adjust your goals as needed. You'll never get bored because each month you'll be eagerly awaiting your next package.
Silk + Sonder is a woman-owned small business and subscription service that sends a planner/calendar/journal to customers on a monthly basis.
Get it from Silk + Sonder at $19.95/month.
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