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1. An Alleyoop all-in-one razor — a TSA-approved gadget with a refillable spray bottle, shea butter moisturizing bar, and two triple-blade razor cartridges. The design is genius, but even better, the moisturizing bar won't melt so if you're traveling somewhere hot or just leaving it in your car's glovebox for pre-work touchups, it'll fare just fine.
2. A beard straightener if oils and balms have proven insufficient in your efforts to tame your facial hair. This lil' tool has three heat settings, reaches your desired temp in just 30 seconds, and reduces frizz as it works.
Promising review: "So far I am very impressed with this beard styler. It seems like a high quality product. I really enjoy how it heats up within seconds and then the temperature can be perfectly adjusted for your needs. This is my first beard straightener and it works way better than my girlfriend’s flat iron on my medium-length beard. I would not recommend this for drying purposes. The steam could burn your skin. Works great tho on damp to dry hair." —Clint Williams
Get it from Amazon for $23.65+ (available in two models).
3. A pound of cereal marshmallows if you're really only buying Lucky Charms for the charms (duh) and tossing away the rest. 😬
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 $12.99.
4. A full-body bath pillow so you can roll off of your regular mattress and onto your submerged mattress.
Promising review: "Before this product my baths were minimal due to having back problems and not being able to get comfortable in a hard surfaced tub. This product is extremely comfortable, making it possible to stay in a nice relaxing tub for longer periods of time without the aches and pains. The product looks and feels like spa quality. The size of the product was perfect for my tub and I strongly recommend this product to anyone who is sick of having aches and pains after getting out of a bath (which defeats the whole purpose of a 'relaxing' bath)." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $47.02+ (available in two styles and colors).
5. Prettypegs — high-end sofa legs, bed legs, dresser knobs, and cabinet pulls made specifically for Ikea pieces so there's no weird retrofitting involved when you're down to DIY.
Prettypegs is a small, Stockholm-based biz from married couple Jana and Mikael. The idea came to them after shopping at Ikea and finding all the sofa legs super boring.
Get them all from Prettypegs; sofa legs from $11, bed legs from $11, and knobs and cabinet pulls from $5.
6. An oversized hoodie with a built-in sleep mask that ensures some quality shut eye whether you're traveling by plane, train, or automobile (most likely Lyft or Uber...).
Promising review: "I fly a lot and am constantly trying to find a hoodie with a big hood to cover my eyes so I can catch up on some beauty sleep on the plane. I saw this product on Instagram and knew it would be a game-changer. I was able to use it recently for the first time on an early morning flight, and let me tell you, it is EVERYTHING I was looking for and more. It’s comfy, cozy, oversized, and the eye covers make you feel like you’re in a whole other world and not packed like a sardine on a plane. My over-ear headphone fit perfectly under it, and I got the best sleep I’ve had on a plane — EVER!" —Heather G.
Get it from Pond Los Angeles for $102.40 (originally $140; available in women's sizes S–L and three colors, including black and cream).
7. A Diptyque perfume-infused bracelet that'll keep you smelling like a million bucks all day long. If you often forget to spritz yourself but *do* remember to put on jewelry then this is just the answer. Snip a new bit of fragranced rope (it unfurls from its case like Hubba Bubba gum), wrap it around your wrist, and secure it with the included clasp.
8. An as-seen-on-Shark-Tank seat gap filler you can pop in your center console to ensure you never drop another french fry, phone, or credit card into that evil little crevice!!!
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "I have to admit, my expectations weren't very high. I thought it was more of a joke when my husband got this for me for Christmas. Little did I realize it would be one of my most favorite gadgets ever! I don't know if I realized just how many things went missing in my seat gap. It has really saved a lot of things from disappearing into that black hole. It was easy enough to fit into my car and it's soft! It's just like an extension of my seat, except it fits every curve of my seat! There really isn't another product that compares to this. That's why I gave it 5 stars!" —Tessa Forbes
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $24.99.
9. A veggie peeler shaped like a gigantic pencil sharpener because while you may be in your twenties or thirties now, this silly gadget is one of the only things capable of convincing you to eat carrots.
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "Silly gadget, but my son LOVES carrots and recently discovered the joy of cooking. He’s been perfecting carrot roses and now is willing to eat salads! Worth the money for that alone. I like the leaker side. I hate all the peelers I’ve ever bought because they fall apart while using. This one works and stays together pretty well." —Kristin
Get it from Amazon for $14.75+ (available in two colors and packs of one or two).
10. A pad of transparent sticky notes if you SO badly want to jot down notes in the margins of your textbook buttttt you're looking to sell it back to Chegg at the end of the semester and you wanna get back every penny you can.
Promising review: "I work at a law firm and I am constantly reviewing discovery and leaving notes in people's files. This is great because I can write whatever I need on the sticky note and just post it on top of the section needing attention. You don't have to remove anything and then wonder where you placed the note, you can literally just keep reading and still see everything underneath it. Even my boss complimented on how handy they were and will be buying them for the office. Will definitely buy again when I run low." —Rachel
Get 500 sheets from Amazon for $8.19+ (available in three sizes).
11. A nail file board for pups TERRIFIED of nail clippers and Dremels. With a few treats and words of encouragement, you can persuade them to file their own nails and avoid extra trips to the groomer!
Scratchpad for Dogs is a small biz based in Atlanta. Jen Fleming, the store's owner, came up with the idea after adopting a shelter dog named Ripley who absolutely hated having his nails trimmed.
Promising review: "Love this scratch pad! We adopted our dog almost a year ago and he's been terrified of clippers and grinders since day one. We've never been able to maintain his nails due to his super reactive anxiety around nail care. That's all changed since we got the Scratchpad a few weeks ago! He took to it right away and his nails have shown significant improvement in just a few sessions!" —Kira Armajani
Get it from Scratchpad for Dogs on Etsy for $39.91+ (originally $46.95+; available in four styles and three grit levels).
12. A crochet floral phone charger if you regularly deal with your cord mysteriously disappearing... Now there's no debating whose is whose if you have sticky fingered roommates or family members!
Keeley's Crochet is a small business based in Brisbane, Australia.
Promising review: "ABSOLUTE 10/10. A wonderful store. Items are such wonderful and high quality. The owner and seller is an absolute delight. Wonderful communication, quick reply time, and extremely understanding." —Mystique
Get it from Keeley's Crochet on Etsy for $20.19+ (available in micro USB, iPhone lightning, and USB C cables; also available in a half set of florals or a full set).
13. A Hackwith Design House shirt that can be worn ~six~ different ways so you don't have to lug around a large checked bag or wear the same exact outfit every day.
Hackwith Design House is a woman-owned small business. Their sustainable designs are made to order and sewn in their Minnesota studio. Their sizes run from XS–4X. On Mondays, they also release limited-edition designs so you can be one of only 25 people to own a piece!
I have this shirt and I *love* it. All credit for its discovery goes to TikToker @jennifer.bianca who I happened to stumble across on my FYP. It checks all my boxes: black, comfortable, versatile, and durable. My initial worry was that I wouldn't feel secure in it (I have a 38DD chest and most wrap tops/dresses I've tried haven't stayed where they're supposed to), but I haven't had an issue with this! I've worn it tied in the front giving me a square neck (like the middle picture) and tied in the back giving me a V-neck up front (just like the photo on the right) — both were super comfortable and I didn't have to adjust myself at all. As someone whose weight fluctuates, I also appreciate that this piece can handle pounds gained and lost. The fabric is medium weight so I'll be wearing it season to season and there's just enough elasticity in the arms that if you roll up your sleeves, they won't fall back down. All that is to say trust that I will be buying additional colors!
Get it from Hackwith Design House for $145 (available in women's sizes XS–4X and in five colors).
14. A giant Lego storage drawer you can use to house whatever knickknacks have taken over every surface in your home. Heck, you can even stack a bunch of them to build your own dresser, desk, or coffee table!
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, this storage container! My son got a 1,500-piece Lego set for Christmas and this fits all of the pieces nicely! Definitely recommend." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors).
15. A satin-lined backless CurlCap made for anyone looking to rock their natural hair. A stretchy, scrunchie-like band keeps your locks up and off of your neck but won't pinch.
CurlCap is a Black-owned apparel company founded by Britney Sade that specializes in caps designed for natural hair with an open back and flexible scrunchie design.
Promising review: "Good cap. My head circumference is 24" and the hat fits really good and is comfortable. I like the elastic band and also gives me shade in this hot Texas heat!" —GwenH
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 11 styles).
16. A simply genius beard bib you can throw on and suction cup to your bathroom mirror when it's time for a trim because no matter how good of a clean you give your vanity after, you WILL find sharp lil' hairs on your bar soap, in your toothbrush, and all up in the drain, too.
Promising review: "Finally bought this for my husband and I’m not sure why I waited so long. He would always shave over a towel, ball the towel up to 'clean it up when he got home from work,' forget to tell me, and then I’d see it on the bathroom floor or counter, pick it up to throw it in the washer (unaware of what surprise was inside), and beard hair would go EVERYWHERE. My husband can fully shave and then he basically has a full beard again three days later, so this happened more times than I’d like to admit. PEOPLE, DO YOURSELVES A FAVOR AND BUY THIS NOW!" —Ashley Flaga
Get it from Amazon for $12.37+ (available in five colors).
17. NodPod — a weighted sleep mask that offers gentle, evenly distributed pressure and a light- and sound-blocking experience so you can feel like you're in a sensory deprivation tank minus the water and $10,000 upfront cost.
Nodpod is a woman-founded small business that specializes in these sleep masks.
Promising review: "There's something about placing this weighted thing on my eyes when I'm tossing and turning that lulls me back to sleep. The shape of it is a bit weird — it's not a typical eye mask, it's much bulkier and doesn't fasten on in the same way — but once you get beyond that, this can really be a beautiful thing. I keep it on my bedside table and use it if I wake up in the middle of the night and can't go back to sleep (which happens often) or once the sun rises, and I want to sleep in a little more. If you have sleep issues, I'd recommend trying this novel product." —Veronicam
Get it from Amazon for $34 (available in four colors).
18. A pack of clinical-strength SweatBlock wipes capable of stopping hyperhidrosis, nervous sweating, and hormonal sweating right in its tracks. Give your pits a good swipe down before bed and you *won't* wake up in a puddle of your own perspiration!
Apply it every seven days! This is STRONG so if you have sensitive skin, the manufacturer suggests you do a spot test first.
Promising review: "For anyone who might be skeptical, please allow me to put you at ease. If you have hyperhidrosis, meaning it can be 9 degrees outside and you're still sweating under your arms, this product has the potential to change your life. I've had it for three weeks and it is life changing. I DO NOT sweat under my arms anymore. I'm still on the original box that I bought three weeks ago. I had to write a review after I was cleaning the garage today in 85-degree heat. I was sweating through my shirt on my back — BUT NOT MY UNDERARMS. It is amazing!" —Frosty McGee
Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $19.99+ or Subscribe & Save for $18.99 (each box lasts two months).
19. A teensy tiny Dash ice cream maker so you can whip up some mint chocolate chip froyo right at home — no need to leave the sweet, sweet embrace of your AC.
Promising review: "This was purely an impulse buy but I’m glad I did. Let your frozen dessert creativity go wild with this handy little gadget. Make frozen yogurt, sorbet, or ice cream in virtually any flavor you can come up with. The ice cream maker is easy to use and comes with a small recipe book, but you can find all manner of recipes online. Any flavor of yogurt becomes a cold refreshing tasty treat or find an ice cream recipe that you want to give a go. So far my favorite is Thai Tea." —Chris T.
Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in two colors).
20. A pair of ultra-stretchy, sheer, and cooling Thigh Society shorts you can slip on under skirts, dresses, and anything else you'd usually chafe in. These babies don't roll, ride up, or give you dreaded swamp bum — they're basically just like a second skin.
Thigh Society is a woman-founded, size-inclusive small biz from Marnie Consky.
I bought two pairs of these — in black and nude — and I am simply in love. Chub rub has always been a part of my life and until now, I didn't have a great way of preventing it. I've tried various sport shorts and slathering my thighs in deodorant but those methods just weren't cutting it. These shorts are unbelievably lightweight and breathable, superrrrrr stretchy (but not in a way that bags out after extended wear), and they do. not. roll. or. fall. down. I wear them under all of my skirts and dresses (because I also have an irrational fear that everything I wear is see-through when the sun hits it) and I will definitely be buying more!
Promising review: "It’s not an exaggeration to say these shorts are life changing. I’m a chubby living in hot, steamy Florida. Chub rub is inevitable when wearing skirts and dresses. I’ve tried a number of lady boxers and petit pants. They all either rolled up, down, or one leg rode up. They were also hot and non breathable. These shorts are perfection. No more chub rub, no more swamp a$$! I’m in love. I wish there were more color choices!" —Rachel
Get a pair from Thigh Society for $39 (available in women's sizes XS/S–5X/6X, in four lengths, and six colors).
21. A hidden cat box enclosure sure to have you kicking your unsightly open-top box to the curb. Angled just so, it'll pass for a faux plant and nothing more!
Promising review: "After four different styles of litter boxes, this one is the winner! More space than most standard boxes and super easy to take apart and clean. The plant is realistic and the pebbles it comes with weigh down the top fairly well. Great find, great price." —Tyler Cutro
Get it from Amazon for $89.90+ (available in three colors).
22. A chic Modern Picnic lunch bag that ~looks~ like a designer purse from the outside but operates like a cooler on the inside with insulated walls that keep your snacky snacks nice and chilled.
Modern Picnic is a woman-owned small biz from Ali Kaminetsky. I have the brand's Luncher in green faux croc and no one believes me when I say it's a lunchbox! It's just the right size for a small meal/smattering of snacks as it can fit a sandwich and side salad or a few hard seltzers, cheese, crackers, hummus, and veggies. I like that there are built-in slots for my utensils so they don't get lost in the bottom of the bag and the whole thing is rather rigid so if you're carrying something heavy like a drink, it won't drag down the whole bottom.
Promising review: "To everyone out there — you NEED this!! You can use this chic classy tote for: lunch for work, snacks for kids, breastmilk transport from work, IVF injectables (so you can actually leave your house and not carry a cooler). I could go on and on! I want one for every season!! Thank you for making my life classier. The Luncher just makes me smile with all the possibilities it can be used for." —Heather
Get it from Modern Picnic for $159 (available in six colors/styles).
23. An acrylic dry erase board if you've got a long list of to-dos but hanging up a run-of-the-mill, aesthetic-ruining calendar or notepad isn't one of them.
1801 & Co. is a Minnesota-based, family-owned Etsy shop established in 2016 that specializes in family wall calendars, chore charts, wedding signs, and more.
Promising review: "I love it! I got it so fast after ordering and it’s perfect. I love the sleek design for my small home office space. I can’t function at work without a dry-erase board but couldn’t find any that would look nice in my office space, which is in the corner of my master bedroom! Having functional office space but not LOOKING like an office in the bedroom is challenging but this acrylic board is PERFECT. The black pen that comes with it has very nice fine tip and erases without a trace." —Dawn Powell
Get it from 1801 & Co. on Etsy for $13.46+ (originally $17.95+; available in multiple thicknesses and sizes as well as four hardware colors).
24. A gamified core trainer so you don't have to go outside, but you do get to pretend you're soaring through space or hang-gliding over a distant countryside.
Place your phone in the designated spot, choose your preferred game (four are included in the Stealth Fitness app), and then prop your arms on the padded surface. Planking for three minutes is never any fun but this helps you forget what you're doing as you tilt and twist your way through challenges.
Promising review: "I just bought the Stealth. It is amazing!! I don’t have a ton of time to work out. So I bought this and put it in my bedroom. Quick and easy to use in the morning and at night. The app makes it seem like a game so you don’t realize how long you are actually working your core. Great product." —Christopher Waldman
Get it from Amazon for $149+ (available in two colors).
25. A nutrient-rich, banana-scented overnight mask that comes in delightfully realistic packaging and smells EXACTLY like a Laffy Taffy. Idc what anyone says, banana candy is supreme.
First thing is first, I *so* wish you could scratch and sniff the photo above. I just started using this and TBH, I absolutely ordered it because it was cute. That said, I was already a big fan of Tonymoly products so I figured why not. Not only is it exceptionally fun looking, but it smells incredible and works really well on my dry skin. While it's definitely thick, it also doesn't leave me greasy which other products have. Basically, if you like banana-scented things and could use some extra hydration, try it out!
Promising review: "It’s like wearing banana pudding. The smell is wonderful. My skin feels and looks amazing. It also works wonders on my lips and hands." —Bug S
26. A 20-piece set of Browndages because what's "nude" for one person may not be for another, and bandages should be inclusive!
Browndages is a Black family–owned business that not only sells inclusive bandages, but pajamas, books, and face masks, as well.
Get them from Browndages for $3.99 (available in mocha, caramel, wheat, ebony, and sand complexions as well as an assorted pack).
27. An adorable cow print ottoman with two horns and four widdle legs. While it'd make a great nursery piece, I think I'd want it in the living room so if my cat jumped up it'd look like she was entering her first rodeo.
Promising review: "I smiled when I saw this online and thought 'Why not?!' Turns out it is a really useful little ottoman and extremely comfortable. I love the touch of whimsy it brings to my living room." —Pamela M-L
Get it from Amazon for $99.05.
28. An angled dry-erase desktop whiteboard where you can jot down notes or play a game of M.A.S.H. while you're half-paying attention to an all-hands meeting.
Promising review: "Never thought something analog would be SO useful in my daily routine. I work from home and am constantly project managing multiple complex strategic projects. Having pertinent information directly in front of me and top of mind has done incredible things for my productivity. Never would have imagined it would make such a difference. For a nominal investment, I highly recommend it if you have trouble keeping up with things." —Captainflapjax
Get it from Amazon for $29.92+ (available in five designs).
29. An adjustable pancake pillow so you can stop punching your existing pillow into submission. Feeling like a flat, barely there pillow? Pull out one or more of the six inserts. Need a whole lotta support the next night? Stuff 'em back in.
The queen-size pillow features a zippered design so you can easily pull out/readjust the down-alternative inserts as needed.
Promising review: "Thank god for this pillow!!! I’ve been on the search for a while now and I am so happy with this one. I took two of the layers out and now it’s perfect for me. Nice and soft and still supportive. I’m sleeping so much better now." —Anna Durtschi
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in two sizes).
30. An adjustable workstation bike if you prefer to get 💰paid💰 while burning calories. Prop your laptop up on the desk, maybe even turn on some Netflix in the background, and go ahead and start spinning.
The quiet and compact stationary bike weighs just 51 pounds and is easy to move around thanks to four wheels. The desktop also has ample room for not only your laptop, but a drink, notebook, or whatever else you need close at hand.
Promising review: "This is the tool of 2020! Zoom meeting? No problem — pedal away! Teleworking? No worries about your cardio! I’ve been struggling to balance a new baby, running a business remotely and getting exercise — until now! This bike is a lifesaver. The desk and seat are fully adjustable and it comes fully assembled (other then having to put in the desk). It rolls easily and stores small. I can’t recommend highly enough!" —Angela P
Get it from Amazon for $499+ (also available in black).
31. A set of macaron-shaped storage containers where you can store your leftovers from dinner. Jury is out on whether or not you'll actually eat them, but one thing's for certain: You'll ooh and aah over them every time you open the fridge.
If you have a tendency to leave your leftovers in the fridge for too long and then just chuck the container in the trash instead of washing it, these may persuade you to stay on top of things!
Promising review: "Cute and durable. They snap tight, but aren't difficult to open. Did fine in the dishwasher too. Fun for lunches and holiday leftovers." —bordergirl
Get a set of four from Amazon for $19.51.
32. A French press tumbler for the caffeine aficionado who's always running behind. With this insulated mug, you can brew your coffee or tea right from the car, office, or even Target parking lot.
The portable coffee maker is super simple to use. Just add ground coffee and hot water to the outer tumbler, wait three minutes, and then insert the inner press and push down like you would a normal French press. A built-in micro filter traps your grounds at the bottom of the cup so you won't suck up any bitter bits.
Promising review: "I was given this mug as a gift and I use it daily. It's the best thing since sliced bread. It's easy to use, cleans up in a second, is well insulated, and makes a great cup of coffee (actually two cups). I recently returned from an extended stay in Guatemala. My favorite things I had while there were my hiking boots and this press. Every morning fresh brewed Guatemalan coffee. Buy this for yourself, and as gifts. Yours friends will love you forever no matter what you do to them in the future :)" —U Know Who
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in four colors).
33. And a two-tier pistachio pedestal designed to give the king of nuts the respect they deserve.
The upper tier of the solid wood design holds 8 ounces of pistachios and the pieces come apart for easy cleaning. To keep the maple in tip-top shape, the seller advises giving it a once-over with mineral oil or beeswax wood conditioner every few months.
Promising review: "The Pistachio Pedestal is my 'go-to' present for my hard-to-gift family and friends. It's handsome as well as functional, and it never fails to get compliments when it's out on a table. I love the craftsmanship and two-level design, and it makes cleaning up the empty shells a breeze. It's also a great container for snacking on other types of nuts, or edamame (soy bean pods), too! I have one myself, and I've given this to others multiple times, and it's always appreciated and well-used. A winner!" —Early Bird
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $54.
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.