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    49 Things To Buy Since You're Officially An Adult

    A door security bar, straws that don't get soggy, and more things to make your adult life a little easier.

    1. A door security bar to give you peace of mind at night. Nobody will be able to force their way into your sliding, hinged, or patio doors. If you live alone, definitely get one.

    The door propped up with the tool

    2. A pack of clear glass straws that are much easier on the environment compared to plastic straws. For you, that means not sipping through chattering teeth because someone forgot your straw.

    A glass with the straw in it

    3. An African black soap bar that could be the organic solution to your skin woes. Black soap has antifungal properties that are perfect for addressing acne, eczema, and athlete's foot.

    4. A suprisingly effective migraine stick to free yourself from splitting migraines with the help of peppermint, spearmint, and lavender therapeutic grade oils.

    A BuzzFeed writer using the product

    5. A pack of fun mushroom watering globes for preventing your thirsty babies from drying up while you're away. Ferns prefer consistently moist soil, and this is just how to do it.

    Reviewer's picture of the mushroom-shaped watering globes in a potted plant

    6. A helpful soil meter for knowing just how much water your plant needs and when. Soggy soil is a big no-no and this'll tell you when to hold off on the watering.

    A reviewer's lemon tree with the soil meter in the dirt

    7. A lively speckled mug for those who run on caffeine or just adore hot beverages. Everything from Franca commands attention, they're worth the money. Tell your wallet you're supporting a local, woman-owned business.

    A reviewer's mugs

    8. A golden sloth hook that has more personality than a regular hook. Having a designated spot for your keys and masks saves so much stress, believe me.

    a golden sloth with one of its arms serving as the key "hook"

    9. A game-changing TubShroom your shower drain won't thank you enough for — believe me. No more showering in a pool of cloudy water because your drain is clogged.

    Same reviewer holding the TubShroom covered in hair

    10. Or a flexible drain snake to pull ponytails worth of hair out of your drain with its micro-hook head and rotating handle. The best-looking bathrooms are clean.

    11. A renter-friendly peel-and-stick marble film to give your counters a facelift without ruining your finances.

    12. An LED touch nightlight that has three brightness levels to spare your sore eyes. It has four USB ports so you won't be tripping over charging cables or tethered to the wall.

    A reviewer's lamp with two cords attached

    13. A pair of fleece slippers to trounce around the house in all of your grown glory. They're so plush, you just might trade your favorite pumps for a pair of these every blue moon. I mean, you'll basically be walking on a memory foam cloud — with arch support.

    Reviewer holding feet up in fluffy open-toed slippers

    14. A squishy universal dust cleaner that molds to remove every possible speck of dust and dirt. Dusting that old AC has never been so fun!

    Model using the dust cleaner on their keyboard to lift up dust

    15. A modern, easy-assemble Thuma Bed that has 9 inches of space underneath i.e. an excellent under-bed storage opportunity. It took me like 20 minutes to put this together.

    16. A backseat bag holder because the car can be a bit of a blender for the contents of your purse.

    17. A conveniently portable massage gun because it goes 60% deeper than a typical vibration device to activate receptors, increase targeted blood flow, and untie the knots living in your muscles. Stress management is so important, and this gun makes decompressing easier than ever.

    The device, a bag, and two tubes of product

    18. A mid-century modern plant stand so you can give your plant more sun exposure *and* make your room appear more spacious.

    A person's plants sitting in the stands

    19. A set of amber soap dispensers that's so elegant, you'll never want to keep branding in your kitchen or bathroom again. Plus, nobody will know you got your soap from the Dollar Store.

    The bottles with black pumps on a bathroom counter

    20. A cozy Keith Haring robe because bundling up is cheaper than paying that heat bill. I usually dread the chilly post-shower walk to my bedroom, but not anymore! I rock the black and white robe since my apartment is poorly insulated.

    21. A hardcover book subscription to enjoy a much-needed screen-free adventure for less than $20. Plus, anything you order on the site will ship free with your monthly box.

    Aa stack of books. The titles from top to bottom are "Lock Every Door," "Things You Save In A Fire," "Three Women," "The Gifted School," and "Gods of Jade"

    22. A car trunk organizer because honey, it's a mess. This will corral your belongings together and strap them in to keep your trunk clear. Maybe, you'll even be able to...find something.

    reviewer's photo of the square car trunk organizer actually in their trunk with stuff in the different compartments

    23. Also — a heavy-duty car trash bag to hold waste that would otherwise be stained on your lovely seats. Perfect for long road trips and stressed-out parents.

    24. A comfy temperature-regulating blanket for turning yourself into a human burrito, just like an infant.

    white muslin blanket on a made-up bed

    25. A portable canvas cup holder that'll keep your fingers from freezing on the way while grasping your favorite drink.

    26. A Layla Sleep Kapok Pillow to support your head and neck so you won't wake up like a pretzel — unless you want to.

    A couple sleeping on the pillows

    27. A pack of Avarelle pimple patches that'll make slurping the gunk out of your pores utterly painless. These spot treatments work overnight so you can wake up pimple-free. If you have a habit of picking blemishes, these could help you change that.

    A reviewer's hand showing the patches: a large square one, and two round ones, both with absorbed pus from pimples

    28. A pack of Miracle-Gro plant food spikes because plants are mad dramatic when they don't get fed 😭. Stick this slow-release fertilizer into the soil and boom, they're good for up to two months.

    29. A face steamer because it'll open your pores for a deep clean and maximum product penetration.

    30. A brilliant outlet shelf because it creates space for your electronics so they (hopefully) won't get wet. No more accidentally knocking your toothbrush into the sink —this'll keep it out of the way.

    A shaver resting on the shelf

    31. A deep-pocket sheet set that'll stay put all night, no matter how much you roll around. Nobody likes waking up to a naked bed or playing whack-a-corner with the fitted sheet.

    32. A pack of Shout dye-trapping sheets to protect your precious white laundry from the destructive power of your roommates leftover red sock. Start mixing your colors guilt-free (we've all been tempted) without bleeding.

    reviewer photo showing a dyed quilt next to the Shout color catchers

    33. A set of dryer balls that'll dry your clothes more quickly and cut down on waste since you won't need dryer sheets.

    The dryer balls

    34. A hanging bag organizer because your grown-and-sexy bags deserve better than a random chair or (grandma forbid) the floor.

    Eight purses in the organizer

    35. A set of magnetic glass spice jars so you can save precious cabinet space by sticking them on the fridge.

    Reviewer pic of a number of glass spice jars stuck to the side of a fridge

    36. A two-sided tea organizer for all of your stray tea bags in mostly empty boxes. Toss them for something more space-effective. After all, tea is an experience.

    Tea carrier can hold up to 40 bags

    37. A pair of Adidas Cloudfoam Pure Running Shoes because you weren't born to have achy, sore feet. Slip on before walks, workouts, anywhere you'd rather prioritize comfort.

    38. An attachable wine aerator 🍷 to instantly take your wine from "eww, who brought this 🤢" to "mmm this is so good 😯!" This is very helpful if you're a novice looking to explore dryer wines.

    Model pouring wine with aerator attached to the lid

    39. A soft silicone ear-saver and mask-extender that'll keep your cartilage from crumbling under the pressure of wearing a mask all day. You can personalize the mask's fit with knobs too!

    A model wearing a mask that is pulled together around the back of their head by the silicone ear saver, which has three different toggles on the back for sizing

    40. A dishwasher magnet so you can take charge of the "Are they clean or are they not?" conversation in your household and prevent dirty dishes from making their way back into your cabinets.

    an octagon-shaped magnet with dirty on the top  and clean on the bottom half

    41. A handmade eyeglasses holder that looks like a sculpture when it's not doing its job. Imagine all the stuff you could get done if you weren't always searching for your glasses 😭.

    a small wooden sculpture of a nose with eyeglasses perched on them

    42. A powerful wood finisher for getting your entire deposit back even though your cabinets have been through it all. This baby works magic for under $20. People will legit think you got new stuff.

    A reviewer's scratched up cabinets before using the finisher / A reviewer's smoother cabinets after using the finisher

    43. A set of heel caps that'll preserve your favorite heels even though somebody just had to have their wedding on grass. Gone are the days of sinking in sand, dirt, and grainy surfaces.

    The heel cap

    44. A cutting board and strainer combo for those who lack counter space. You were going to wash and chop produce anyway, might as well do it all over the sink.

    The cutting board and strainer with peppers over the sink

    45. A hanger stacker to free up your closet floor and embrace negative space. They're so flimsy, we've all broken a few by accident. Maybe they'll actually stand a chance when organized properly.

    46. A genius soap dispenser and sponge caddy that puts the soap directly where it matters. If you're heavy-handed with dish soap, this'll help you save money.

    A sponge resting in the dispenser caddy

    47. A set of multipurpose silicone mats to reduce your chances of burning your house down if you forget to turn off your flat iron. It's also perfect for handling hot dishes, gripping jars, and a million other things.

    Hot tools resting on the silicone mat

    48. A minimalist rug that's washable and leans neutral cool. Rugs are expensive and even more annoying to clean. At least you can rest easy knowing this one can go in a regular washing machine.

    49. Or an orange medallion rug to warm things up if your space doesn't feel like home yet. As you can see, integrating pattern and rhythm with a rug really shifts the mood.

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