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    31 Affordable Treats If You’re An Adult Who Likes To Incentivize Yourself To Do Adult Things

    Look, whether you've done the dishes, finally scheduled that long overdue dentist appointment, or just remembered to drink enough water... you deserve a treat.

    1. A tube of L'Oreal Paris Makeup's True Match Lumi Glotion which delivers a sun-kissed, natural glow even if you CAN'T STAND the sun and would rather fake it than sweat your buns off outdoors in pursuit of a tan. 

    Reviewer wearing and holding L'Oreal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion
    Reviewer wearing L'Oreal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion

    Promising review: "If you want to give yourself a little glow without risking sun damage, self-tan streaks, or self-tan-related acne, this product is for you! It's extremely lightweight, and a little goes a long way. This product leaves you with a nice tinted glow and the perfect base for makeup or a fresh face!" —Claire

    Get it from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in two sizes and five shades).

    2. Simple Modern tumbler if you're looking for an option that will keep your drink cold for hours on end and don't really care about the name brand. 🤷‍♀️ It also comes in a bunch of pretty pastels, sooo it's really a no-brainer. 

    the simple modern tumblr in a car drink holder
    editor holding up the light green tumbler
    www.amazon.com, Jenae Sitzes / BuzzFeed

    Many reviewers said they find themselves drinking more water when they have a straw, and the fact that it's so dang cute doesn't hurt either! 

    BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says, "I finally decided to hop on board the hype train for these big tumblers and am already obsessed with my Simple Modern one! I opted for the mint green color and it's as pretty as I'd hoped in person. The fact that this has both a straw and a handle means I end up carrying it around with me and drinking WAY more water than I did before. BTW! I highly recommend getting straw covers to protect against dust and germs — as pictured above, I got cute cloud ones (like these), and they work perfectly!" 

    Promising review: "If you have been wanting a Stanley cup, believe me, save yourself some money and get this cup! You will end up with a better cup than the Stanley! I have dropped/tipped over this cup a couple of times and only a couple of drops of water come out. If I did that to my Stanley, water got everywhere! And this cup keeps the water so cold. And if you purchase silicone straw toppers, it keeps the water even colder! Also, it fits in my car cup holder, and my Stanley really didn’t. Love this cup!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two sizes and 28 colors). Also available in a style without the handle!

    3. And a set of cowboy straw toppers if 1. You can't stop singing Beyonce's "Texas Hold 'Em" and 2. You have a really bad habit of knocking your Stanley over and soaking your area rug with 40 ounces of ice-cold water. 

    brown cowboy hat straw topper on a Stanley cup
    Cowboy hat straw toppers in white, pink, brown, and black

    Promising review: "So SO CUUUTE! 10/10!! Good product and keeps my straw from getting bugs or germs on it! Plus, it’s really cute." —JennA

    Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.99

    4. A set of custom stickers featuring your favorite itty bitty face or celeb crush. Stick them on your computer, your water bottle, your notebooks, heck, I would stick them on the inside of my eyelids if I could. 

    And all you have to do is click 'Customize Now' and then upload a well-lit image! My Sticker Face is a small business.

    Promising review: "I think this might be one of the best things I've ever bought on Amazon. I bought one sheet for my mom for Christmas, and they just came. She hasn't seen them, but I know they'll crack her up. They look fantastic. I'll definitely buy more!!" —Claudia Basile

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99.

    5. smudge-proof, transfer-proof lip stain masque that goes on blue and then peels off to reveal a natural matte shade that lasts for up to 10 hours! 

    Model applying blue lip mask and peeling to reveal maroon lip stain
    Reviewer peeling off the mask to show red lip stain

    Promising reviews: "I didn’t know what to expect when I received this product, but I have to say I am pleasantly surprised! I absolutely love it! I put it on as soon as it arrived. I kept it on for almost a minute, and when I wiped it off with a damp cotton ball, the color was beautiful. It’s true to its word about the 12-hour stay power. I put a little lip balm over it and enjoyed eating, drinking, and talking. It didn’t come off! Do you like lip stains? Get this product! It’s a keeper. I will be ordering all of the shades." —Brandy

    Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in 19 shades). 

    6. Some milky "nail concealer" polish in a sheer, buildable shade TikTok is absolutely obsessed with. 

    reviewer wearing milky white nail polish
    another reviewer wearing milky white polish

    Promising review: "This stuff seems to be magic. Goes on flawless with no base coat, dries nearly instantly, gorgeous color (two coats), no wear after two days. And I’m a person who can NEVER apply sheers properly." —RZH

    Get it from Amazon for $19+ (available in five colors).

    7. And a nail polish ring holder that'll help you pull off a much cleaner, steadier mani. 

    A person's hand with purple nail polish using a wearable nail polish bottle holder while painting nails
    Amazon / Via Amazon

    Promising review: "What a great idea! I usually do just a so-so job applying nail polish. I have a bit of a shaky hand, which causes a less-than-perfect manicure. I have great nails, nice and hard, and I hated to spend a fortune getting manicures at the salon. For some reason, just having this little polish holder has made a difference. I don't have to move far from the bottle to the nail which seems to do the trick! What a great little invention! I haven't been back to the salon since! I definitely recommend." —Cindy RN

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 20 colors).

    8. A bottle of COSRX's Snail Mucin Repairing Essence which addresses dullness and dehydration with — yes 😌 — 96% snail sludge that's harvested in a *100%* ethical and environmentally friendly way. Thanks for sharing the goods, friends! 🐌  

    a reviewer's before and after showing a significant reduction in acne and dark spots
    the snail mucin essence

    Promising review: "I have super sensitive combination skin and struggle to find a product that feels hydrating on my drier areas but not too oily or greasy on places like my T-zone. This checks both boxes for me. I tend to be pretty liberal with my skincare products but one pump goes a long way. If you’re weary of the price, just know that this lasts forever! Gives that perfect dewy glow and does wonders on my sensitive combo skin. Just do it, you won’t regret it." —Olivia Carrasquillo

    Get it from Amazon for $16.25.

    9. A flower-infused cuticle oil if your nails are recovering from back-to-back gel manis. The natural formula hydrates dry skin and strengthens nails so you can work on growing them out, if that's something you've always dreamt of doing!

    A bottle of Blossom scented cuticle oil infused with real flowers, labeled for nail care
    A person's hand with manicured nails holds a bottle of Blossom scented cuticle oil

    Promising review: "I have been wanting to try this cuticle oil for a while and wondered if it was actually as pretty as pictured. Well, I was not disappointed! Not only does it smell wonderful, but you can enjoy watching the beautiful and colorful little flowers floating around in the bottle while moistening your nails. The Jasmine scent was a great choice. I love it!!' —~Audrey~

    Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in two sizes and 30 scents).

    10. Six pairs of trendy gold-plated earrings so you'll have a fresh option to wear (almost) every day of the week.

    reviewer wearing one of the gold hoops
    reviewer photo of the six pairs of gold earrings in the set

    Promising review: "As someone who doesn't wear a lot of jewelry, I love these earrings! They're very lightweight and don't weigh down my ears so I feel like I'm not even wearing anything. Really cute, recommend!" —brittany

    Get them from Amazon for $12.72+ (available in two sizes and silver).

    11. Or a pair of stylish teardrop earrings if you want the luxe look of Bottega Veneta but don't want to drop the equivalent of a mortgage payment on them — especially with how often you misplace things. 

    the reviewer wearing the earrings
    the earring in a jewelry case

    Promising review: "These are AMAZING! I highly recommend them. They look so luxurious and expensive. I've gotten a lot of compliments on them already. 10/10!" —Hayley Ghormley

    Get them from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 11 finishes, two-packs, and an XL size). 

    12. hands-free Bluetooth remote so you can read an e-book or scroll through TikTok without even having to *touch* your Kindle or phone. 

    The small pink remote on a reviewer's finger
    A reviewer holding the small pink charging case with the remote placed inside

    It's also great to use while scrolling in the bath so you don't get your phone wet — check it out in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "The best purchase. Honestly, this is the coolest; it’s lightweight, and it’s easy. I’m glad I bought it." —Justine Laviolette

    Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three colors).

    13. A new Baggu tote in a spring-appropriate print you can show off on your next trip to Trader Joe's. The cashier was likely already going to flirt with you, but with this on your arm, they DEFINITELY will. 😏  

    Person holding a bright patterned tote bag filled with groceries, visible against a plain background
    Person carrying a large yellow tote bag with smiley face pattern, ideal for a cheerful accessory
    Baggu

    Get it from Baggu for $14 (available in 30 colors/prints).

    14. A pack of four "licorice" (they're actually silicone) straws that'll make sipping anything — even plain ol' tap water — much more fun. 

    hand holding up a straw that looks like a long piece of licorice
    Amazon

    PS: They come from a small biz!

    Promising review: "Now that reusable straws are becoming more and more popular, especially where we live in California, I figured it would be great to have a little fun. These are great for kids as well as adults, and they work really well! I will certainly be ordering them again." —Joshua Epstein

    Get them from Amazon for $10.49.

    15. A set of super-sized (9.5 inches!) satin scrunchies so you can sweep your hair up and off your neck after skipping wash day [[again]] and opt for dry shampoo instead. 

    Models with straight hair and braids wearing the scrunchies in black, orange, green, and pink
    Amazon

    Promising reviews: "I love the look of the huge silk scrunchies on a lot of retail websites, but I'm not willing to pay that much for ONE hair tie. These are a great substitute, and you get four for half the price. (Came in cute packaging, too.)" —Michael L.

    "Honestly, I was very skeptical because I didn’t think I would like oversized scrunchies, but I have long hair, and I find any other scrunchies always pulling out my hair, so these are extremely comfortable. The downside is now I must get them in all colors. 😃" —Dawn Sullivan

    Get a three-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in various color combinations). 

    16. The Unofficial Bridgerton Cookbook if May 16 is simply too far away, and you need something to hold you over until season three drops. If you start working on the Regency Era–inspired recipes now, you'll have your canapés, finger sandwiches, and gooseberry pie absolutely mastered by your premiere night viewing party. 

    book cover
    oatmeal pie recipe pages
    Adams Media Corporation

    Recipes include Daphne's Lemonade, the Duke's Gooseberry Pie, Penelope's Cucumber Sandwiches, Queen Charlotte's Cakes, and at the end of each page there's a historical note to help give context to how the recipe came to be. 

    Get it from Amazon for $12.37 or Bookshop (to support local booksellers) for $20.45.

    17. A mini ice cube tray because chewable nugget ice is literally 🙌🏻 life 🙌🏻giving, but you don't live close to the ultimate source (AKA Sonic). 

    Reviewer holding a drink with the pebble ice in it
    Three blue silicone ice trays next to a pile of tiny ice cubes

    Promising review: "Best little ice cubes ever. They pop out of the tray really easily...especially after setting them out for a quick couple of minutes on the counter. Tipping the tray 30 degrees to level the water before putting it in the freezer is a great tip from another review. The cubes are the perfect size to scoop into my homemade iced mochas." —Heather 

    Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.99

    18. A freakin' cherry toilet brush certain to brighten up your bathroom and your mood when you inevitably have to clean it...

    cherry toilet brush and holder in a reviewer's bathroom
    reviewer holding the toilet brush

    Promising review: "It's beautiful! 😍 I'm so happy. I used it as soon as I got it open and it works like a dream. It is very sturdy, and I love the little crook at the end of the stem/handle. It's so cute. 🥰 I'm so glad I bought this for my bathroom. It really adds an adorable touch to my bathroom decor, and it had a purpose, so it's even better!! A+++ 🍒" —BumbleBee

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99

    19. A set of TikTok-beloved checkered cosmetic bags so you can take all of your favorite products on the road, whether that's to work for midday touchups or to your BFF's house for your weekly sleepover. 

    Two small zippered white and green checkered bags
    The bags open to show makeup products inside

    Promising review: "I bought these because of the famous TikTok video. All I have to say is that they are sooo cute. Great quality. And perfect size. 100% recommend." —angelina

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in 22 styles and combination). 

    20. smol, octopus-shaped exfoliating stick that gently removes blackheads, whiteheads, and excess sebum so your T-zone can get a much-deserved breather. 

    A black small octopus shaped remover in a reviewer's hand
    the cap off to show the salt on the top of the remover

    See it in action on TikTok here

    Promising review: "This is hands down the best exfoliator I have ever had. It’s small, so I was concerned, but I exfoliate my face twice a week and it’s been a couple of months there’s still plenty left. 10/10 buy it now!" —Mars

    Get it from Amazon for $11.88

    21. A pound of cereal marshmallows if you're really only buying Lucky Charms for the charms (duh) and tossing away the rest. 😬

    Reviewer with the bag of cereal marshmallows
    up close shot of the colorful marshmallows

    The delish treats come from Medley Hills Farm — a family-owned and operated small business based in Ohio.

    Promising review: "Amazing! I put them in hot chocolate, Rice Krispies treats, other cereals, or just eat then by the handful. Impulse buy that totally worked out." —Maddison Helsel

    Get it from Amazon for $12.34.

    22. A cloud-like catch-all dish that looks like it'd be right at home in a trendy TikToker's GRWM. 

    A collection of accessories including a watch and jewelry on a white tray next to a lit candle and magazine
    A car key, wristwatch, and jewelry on a decorative tray, showcasing personal accessories
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love this little tray! It sits on my nightstand and helps to organize smaller items without taking up too much room. I have another one on our coffee table downstairs and it always receives compliments because it’s so unique!" —Brogan

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in seven styles).

    23. A waterproof Bluetooth speaker so you can listen to your true crime podcast at a reasonable decibel rather than bumping your iPhone up to max volume, perching it on the side of your tub, and still barely being able to decipher what Ashley Flowers is saying. 

    Promising review: "I bought this speaker last year and only turn it on when I shower and turn it off when I’m done! I shower every night and when I say I HAVE NEVER CHARGED IT, I mean it! I only charged it once when I first got it, and since then I have never had to charge it again! It’s hanging in my shower, gets water all over it and sounds perfectly clear when I’m listening to music or on a phone call! It’s amazing!!!" —Rodrigo Ornelas

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

    24. A pair of $15 oval sunnies that reviewers say may or may not look like a $500+ Celine pair 👀 and I'm right there with them.

    reviewer in car wearing sunglasses and a plaid jacket
    Woman in a sleeveless top, wide-leg pants, and sneakers, holding a red bag, posing in front of a brick wall

    I am *not* delicate with my sunglasses so I've never trusted myself with an expensive pair and I've just come to terms with the fact that I don't care enough to change my habits in order to do so. I don't do sunglass cases and I throw my sunnies in the bottom of my bag/have been known to sit on them before, so $15 is usually the price point I stick to. I have a couple of other styles from Sojos and they've held up really well so I just picked up these trendy oval ones for my upcoming spring and summer travels. 

    Promising review: "These have been one of my absolute favorite Amazon purchases. These feel like high-end sunglasses but without the price tag. They’re comfortable, stylish and very good quality. Definitely need to order a backup pair!" —Mel

    Get them from Amazon for $15.99 (available in six colors).

    25. Or a new pair of chunky sunnies sure to protect your peepers on your daily walk to Dunkin'. Those in-app deals ($3 cold brewwww) really do be worth it!

    reviewer in sunglasses and scarf with a trench coat for a driving outfit
    Woman in car wearing sunglasses and a tank top, sunlight on face

    Promising review: "This pair of sunglasses is super iconic! So chic and classy. I have received many compliments and they are the perfect size and fit. My go-to sunglasses!" —Marie P.

    Get them from Amazon for $12.99 (available in 12 colors).

    26. OR — one more style! — a pair of '70s-style yellow tinted aviators you can get away with on days that are really too overcast for sunglasses, but they complete your fit, so they're a nonnegotiable. 

    Promising review: "Obsessed with these! They fit perfectly and suit my face shape really well. I’ve been wearing them every day since I got them, and I don’t usually wear sunglasses because sometimes they distract me, lol, but these don’t. The lenses are a beautiful yellow color, they’re clear and wide, and like I said, they’re very comfortable, including the nose area (I know that can be a problem with glasses for many), and I hardly notice I have them on most of the time. I have received many compliments, too, which is nice to hear! If you’re considering getting these, GET THEM. YOU WON'T REGRET THEM!!!" —Gabby

    Get them from Amazon for $11.98 (available in 24 colors and packs of one or two).

    27. A cat on a slide blind box that's definitely one of those things that make you think "hmm...why does that exist, exactly?" but at the same point, once you've seen it, you absolutely need it. 

    cat figurines on small colorful slides
    model putting a cat figurine on a yellow slide
    Urban Outfitters

    Get it from Urban Outfitters for $8.

    28. A tube of Juvia's Place's Magic Lip Oil — a surefire way to keep your smackers soft and supple. The lightweight, nonsticky formula is packed with vitamin E and fruit extracts, which not only smell delish but keep you hydrated.

    The seven flavors are Mango, Honeydew, Watermelon, Blueberry, Sweet Orange, White Peach, and Black Cherry. 

    Juvia's Place is a Black woman-owned small biz dedicated to inclusive beauty for all genders and skin tones, and their vibrant products celebrate founder Chichi Eburu's African heritage.

    Get it from Juvia's Place for $10 (available in seven flavors).

    29. An OG Tamagotchi that'll bring you straight back to 1997 when you beggddddd your mom for your first digital pet. If you need a refresher on how it works, you'll raise your lil' guy from egg to child to adult, all the while feeding it, helping it use the bathroom, giving it meds, and disciplining it if it gets too annoying. 

    Promising review: "So nostalgic!! It's exactly the same as I remember from my childhood! My daughter LOVED this Christmas gift! It's a little loud when you're in 'play' mode, but aside from that, we're pretty obsessed." —Brittany

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 45 styles). 

    30. A handy dandy ice roller certain to not only feel INCREDIBLE after a long day, but it can also help shrink pores, reduce puffiness and redness, and relieve general fatigue. Some reviewers even recommend using them for migraine pain relief, too!

    reviewer's hand holding a plastic ice roller which is shaped like a shaving razor but with a bar that rolls at the end
    Reviewer using the ice roller on their face

    Promising review: "I was in the habit of rolling a cold can of soda on my forehead to help with tension headaches and sinus pain but that was cumbersome and not always cold enough. This ice roller works so well to ease the pain from sinuses and tension. It froze very quick and I felt instant relief. The rolling motion even cleared my sinuses and I could breathe better right away. I love this. Would highly recommend." —DT

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 12 colors).

    31. And a reality TV sticker because your Bravo's resident historian and people need to know you're down to talk about Vanderpump Rules / The Valley / Below Deck / anything in the Real Housewives canon right this very second. 

    model holding the pint, heart-shaped sticker that says
    the same sticker on a laptop
    Ether + Opal / Etsy

    Ether + Opal is a small biz that sells all sorts of pop culture-inspired goodies (think: shirts, candles, key chains, etc.). If you're a fan of The Real Housewives franchise, you'll definitely find something you love!!

    Get it from Ether + Opal on Etsy for $4+ (available in five sizes). 

    Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.