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1. A bottle of Drop It — a sulfite and tannin remover — for the friend who just can't hack it on wine Wednesdays. This may help prevent post-wine headaches!
One bottle can help keep you headache-free for up to 55 glasses depending on how many drops you use.
Promising review: "I drank wine one night and did not use the drops. WOW, my IBS hit me like a knife! This proves that they really do work. I wish I had an option to give this product 10 stars!!!! I have had IBS for several years and last fall my IBS went into overdrive, after trying to figure out what was possibly causing it I realized that I have been drinking more red wine then usual. I researched it and sulfates in wine are known to irritate people with IBS. I put five drops in a glass of wine and stir it with a spoon; it does not change the taste of the wine. My youngest daughter also has IBS. I had her try it and it also cured her sulfate issues. I thought that I would have to give up wine, but no more!!!" —Keywest
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in multipacks).
2. A pack of food spikes to give the plant parent whose aspirations aren't really going to plan. If you can't bare to get them another green guy who will inevitably die by their forgetful hands, try gifting their current plant population a helpful snack instead! These lil' guys will feed your plants for up to two months continuously.
Promising review: "I have several houseplants that had stopped flowering, so I put a few of these spikes in the pot (there are directions on the back of package for quantity), and approximately a month after using these spikes, my peace lily had three flowers on it, and my African violets plants all got several blooms on them! This worked wonders for my plants that don't flower also! I noticed that my ivy and cactus plants started growing faster, and they became more green and healthy looking. I am very happy with this product, and I will buy it again." —Elizabeth
Get 48 spikes from Amazon for $5.69 (also available in a 24-pack).
3. A portable brewing straw that lets the user brew a cup of coffee or tea with no straining needed. The built-in filter makes this the perfect gift for your woodsy (or just caffeine-dependent) pal. Plus, they'll probably love not having to pack or use wasteful single-use paper filters and plastic coffee pods.
Promising review: "My girlfriend is a coffee lover and a backpacker. This is a bad combination because until this device appeared on the market, there was no way to get a really good cup of coffee on the trail. And, like most coffee lovers, things could get really ugly in the morning if she didn't get a great cup of coffee. JoGo makes a great cup of coffee, according to my girl. It's also light and compact and durable, so it should survive well on the trail. Which bodes well for my own survival. Thank you JoGo! You saved my life! Update: We did a backpacking trip to Joshua Tree National Park specifically to test the JoGo in the wild. It worked perfectly. My girl loves it!" —Ron
Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in four colors).
4. A 100 Things To Do scratch-off bucket list to *finally* put an end to the dreaded "I don't know, what do you want to do?" exchange.
Promising review: "The recipients of this poster loved the idea. They are an outgoing and adventurous couple. They said they would be hanging this in their office space and scratching them off as they complete them. They commented that moving to another country might not ever be scratched off but they are looking forward to doing as many as they can." —VLR
Get it from Amazon for $20.48. (And check out more fun scratch off lists, including a 100 Movies Bucket List and a 100 Dates Bucket List.)
5. A scratch-off world map for the traveler (or aspiring traveler) whose good graces you're hoping to get into — so they invite you on their next trip, of course!
Promising review: "I ordered this as a gift for my boyfriend who is a pilot. My thought was we could use it to scratch off places we visit together or even places he has flown to for work. He absolutely loved it! It is the perfect size, perfect for framing and hanging on the wall; he plans to get an open frame and scratch off places while it hangs on the wall. It was delivered tube style and I was hesitant about some countries being scratched off like others noted but it was delivered spotless! I highly recommend this map for anyone. I’m not sure I could’ve found a better quality map either!" —Ashley C.
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
6. A fill-in-the-blank book in case words aren't really your thing but you're looking for a way to spell out your love for somebody. This book gives you *most* of the words, making it easier to focus on the specifics that make the relationship so special!
Promising review: "This book was a lot of fun to fill in with fun memories and personalized sentiments. There are many, many pages so be prepared to sit down and think of a lot of ideas to completely fill this book. I gave this to my boyfriend as a gift and he thought it was so sweet that he cried the good kind of tears. Very clever gift idea." —Denise K
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
7. A pick-and-peel stone that I've personally already ordered! This thing is great for occupying hands and minds that need some soothing stimulation. Especially for folks who tend to pick at their skin or nails, this wacky little egg will keep their hands busy.
Pick 'N Peel Stones is a Pittsburgh-based small business. Renee Benn started the company as a channel for their anxiety after they lost their job. Each lava rock is covered in nooks and crannies that are filled with latex glue. The fun, soothing, anxiety-reducing part is using the picking hook to slowly excavate the holes. Each kit comes with a filled stone, a picking hook, and a stone filler.
Promising review: "I can’t believe I waited so long to buy this! It shipped super quick and definitely keeps my hands busy. I thought I would go through the paint super quick but I haven’t even needed to reapply yet. My anxiety is so bad lately I was picking my nails until they bled and hurt for days afterward. Since I got this stone I haven’t picked my nails at all! I’m so glad I finally ordered it. If you’re thinking about this, get it, now!" —Andrea Fercho
Get it from Pick 'N Peel Stones on Etsy for $30.
8. A chocolate bar maker so they can live out their delicious, Willy Wonka-esque dreams and become a mad candy scientist on the weekends.
Kit comes with molds, deco pen, stamps, and wrappers.
Promising review: "We use Enjoy Life chocolate chips to make dairy-free chocolate bars and it is so much fun. This kit has been great. We've been using it for a couple of years now. We make chocolates for Halloween, Christmas, etc. I highly recommend this kit! I don't really use the red squeeze bottle though, I find you end up wasting chocolate that way. We just use a double boiler to melt the chocolate and then spoon it into the molds." —H. Collins
Get it from Amazon for $22.89.
9. A travel cupholder for the hydrated jet-setter who is not skipping their airport Starbies run no matter how much luggage they've got.
Promising review: "This cup holder is perfect! It helps me a lot! Last time I took a plane with a suitcase and a cup of coffee, when it was my turn to check my passport and ticket, the coffee cup fell to the ground and coffee spilled. It was a nightmare! This time I bought this cup holder! I don't have to worry about where my cup and phone are! I can free my hands to do other things. I love it so much! Hope you love it too." —Philip
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 33 colors).
10. An adorable octopus-shaped blackhead remover that exfoliates the skin and pulls out whiteheads, blackheads, and other pore-clogging yuckies. A perfect present to get for your pimple-popping BFF when you can't afford to gift a facial right now!
Promising review: "After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt is visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like myself." —LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $12.50.
11. The Adventure Challenge: Couples Edition — a scratch-off book filled with unique date ideas for the couple in a long-term relationship who are searching for some spontaneity. The book also comes with an instant camera to capture the memories made on the mystery dates.
Promising review: "I was gifted this and LOVED it! This is something truly SPECIAL and MEANINGFUL that I would purchase as a gift for any occasion. Not only was the whole experience freakin FUN and memorable; we really enjoyed reading the introduction to The Adventure Challenge! It made my boyfriend and I realize A LOT about life! From the packaging to the intricate details of the product...this is something you won't regret purchasing. Love what this company represents and was honored to be a part of the experience! Keep up the great work!" —Monique S.
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (camera not included) and from The Adventure Challenge for $147.98 (originally $209.98; comes with scratch-off book and camera).
12. A screaming goat who sits on a tree stump and shrieks whenever you touch it (honestly, same) for the most random, funny person in your life.
Promising review: "I spend about 90% of my day silently screaming at the computer because, well, welcome to customer service. Since this little goat arrived, I no longer look like I am practicing for my appearance on Jerry Springer. I just push the little goat. He screams (but not in a disruptive way). I smile. I am no longer annoyed. I survived peak season because of this goat. I owe my sanity to you, screaming goat." —Gab
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
13. A mystery box of cat hats for cat owners who love a good laugh and need an excuse to take even more pics of their furry friend.
Promising review: "This is by far the cutest idea! I love that this is a mystery box and what you get is completely random. I think this was a melon type of hat and it fit puurfectly! My cat is rather small but the hat has a good stretch to it and seems decently made as well. If you're thinking about purchasing this just do it, you won't regret it!" —Daniel Pollack
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
14. A pack of adorable cat sponges that are just incredibly cute. They also clean dishes but I mean, who cares about that part, right?
Promising review: "I love them. Very cute! I use them for washing my cat's bowls to have a separate sponge." —grace chang
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.95.
15. A pound of cereal marshmallows for the roomie whose cereal you should *never* touch (or for your sugar-fiending inner-child who had to suffer through an unfair marshmallow-to-Lucky-Charms ratio growing up...).
Promising review: "Buying these charms was one of the best decisions of my life. The bag is twice the size of my head. The marshmallows are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. It's everything I ever wanted in a snack." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
16. A year of movie dates to serve as the ultimate solution to your battle over the remote. Each box comes with 50 sealed envelopes so each movie is a surprise. Titles range from horror to comedy, action, thriller, and more!
A Year Of Dates is UK-based small business run by husband-and-wife duo John and Kate.
Promising review: "I love this! I got it for me and my partner and I'm very happy with it. It's very well made; I love all the details and the care that went into it. It was packaged securely and delivery was quite fast. I can't wait to watch all the movies and find new favorites!" —Amy
Get it from A Year Of Dates on Etsy for $31.42.
17. An adorable bookmark book tracker for the voracious reader who misses the reading tracking chart from elementary school...my competitive side *jumped* out when those sticker boards were introduced...
British Book Art is a small business based in the UK that sells the most book art and bookmarks.
Promising review: "I'm absolutely obsessed with this bookmark. It's definitely made me more determined to read this year and will be a nice keepsake. Will be repurchasing when this one's almost filled. ❤️" —Mady Taylor
Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $3.77.
18. A bubble massage mat to turn their regular old tub into a fancy schmancy jetted tub. The mat attaches to the tub with suction cups and shoots up millions of massaging bubbles. And! It has a built-in heater and aroma clip to help create the bathtime of their dreams.
Promising review: "I LOVE this thing. The air is lightly heated and I really enjoy the option to add essential oils to scent the air while you soak. In my opinion this product is superior to a jetted tub in that it requires very little maintenance. I allow the pump to run for a few seconds after the tub has completely drained, and then I use the suction cups to hang it on the wall of the tub to allow any residual water to drain out. If I am not using it for more than a few days I roll it up and store it when it is completely dry. It is rare for it to be stored though because I love it. Once you figure out the mechanics of how the bubbles work you can position yourself so that more bubbles are directed to your neck or the small of your back. I highly recommend this product to anyone who loves to soak but doesn't want the high maintenance of a jetted tub." —Marty
Get it from Amazon for $130.
19. The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook that will revive the Disney Adult who is in *desperate* need of Dole Whip like 24/7, but had to give up their annual pass this year... Sending them happy thoughts.
Promising review: "This cookbook brings Disney Magic to your kitchen! If you have grown up going to the Disney Parks or discovered them as an adult then you know that, easily, one of the greatest aspects is the food. I always wanted that food when I got home and now I can have it. This book is so comprehensive, covering the best dishes organized by park. It is a beautiful book that will bring our family magic for years to come!!!" —Jason M. Bernhisel
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
20. A two-pack of Tile Bluetooth trackers for the person in your life whose go-to question is always "Have you seen my keys?"
Promising review: "I got these for my husband who loses everything! It's a full-time job constantly looking for his keys, phone, etc. I have been wanting to buy these for years and I am mad at myself that I waited so long! So now when my husband loses something he just hits the button! Several times a week to several times a day. Every single time he does I tell myself Merry Christmas! It's the best gift I have ever gotten myself! It's also like having three gifts in one since he can hit the button to also find his phone. (Merry Christmas to me!) I love not dropping whatever I am doing to look around for his lost item. (Merry Christmas to me!) I love not hearing him fuss and being overdramatic because his keys are 'lost forever!' (Merry Christmas to me!) Get it, it's worth it." —Lori
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $47.99 (also available in packs of one and three).
21. A headrest hook to turn the car seat headrest into more than just a great rock band. This storage solution is a great gift to give the driver whose car tends to be in ~state of disarray~ and will help prevent the contents of their bag from spilling all over the already-messy car floor.
Promising review: "These hooks work great and function exactly the way I had hoped for! I actually turned them around and use them for the front of the seat. These hooks have solved the dreaded 'bag dump' when you have to brake suddenly. No more lunch spilling all over the inside of my work bag!!" —katie grimm
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.99.
22. The Clean Ball, a reusable lifesaving product that they can toss into that one bag which hasn't been cleaned in [redacted for grossness]. This clever little contraption is designed with an inner sticky ball that rolls around in a purse to pick up all the dreaded dirt, dust, and crumbs that inevitably lives at the bottom.
23. A rotating makeup organizer that I personally own and am grateful for every single day. As a ~forgetful girly~ I can't over-emphasize how great it is to be able to SEE all my makeup in one gorgeous, organized place. Perfect for the beauty lover who is low on storage.
24. The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows to give the beloved but overdramatic force in your life. If you must listen to them wallow on a daily basis, you may as well give them some new vocabulary words to work with!
Promising review: "This book is perfect for anyone who always feels more than they can possibly put into words. A phenomenal creation that puts definition to emotions and experiences we all have but never know how to explain. A great gift idea for your wordy friends or the overthinkers/feelers in your life." —Melanie Kagan
Get it from Amazon for $19.79 (also available in Kindle and audio book versions).
25. A pair of exfoliating mitts for that person you know who loves a good at-home spa treatment. These things are made of a viscose fiber that will help buff away beads of dead skin (they'll literally be able to see them) to reveal buttery, baby soft skin underneath.
Promising review: "I use a loofah everyday, so I just bought this to use once a week, not thinking it would do much if anything. Man, was I wrong!!! I read reviews, viewed pictures, and watched the videos. I assumed they all used tanning products or spray tans, because the skin in the tub was brown/black. OMG, mine was too!!! I haven't tanned in 15 or so years. It was gross. On the bright side, my skin really does feel great. Just get it, seriously..." —Kim McMahon
Get them from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a one-pack).
26. A universal phone mount to let your budget traveler friend binge-watch every episode of The Crown on their incredibly long, layover-ridden low-cost flight.
Promising review: "Bought this handy little thing to use with on a family vacation since our flight didn't have in-flight entertainment screens. It clipped right onto the pull-out tray just like the product photo and kept my toddler entertained (thank god) for our short flight. Love the simplicity — it's light and compact (folds to the length my palm), has good rotation (head clicks into place) and is surprisingly versatile. I use it to browse articles in the morning (folded into a kickstand on the table), follow recipes in the kitchen (clamped to a cabinet door above my cutting board), and to watch stuff hands-free (clamped to a side table) when the kiddo/husband is hogging the TV. Buying another one for our next vacation since this one is staying at home!" —ThatCookieCutterLife
Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (available in three colors and two-packs).
27. A Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker for the sweet-toothed friend who never got over their Froyo phase. Reviewers swear it gives frozen fruit the texture of ice cream or sorbet. Now, you won't have to go to Pinkberry with them anymore!
Promising review: "10 out of 5 stars. Status: Legendary! It is a true marvel of science, magically producing perfect frozen yogurt from fruit, yes that's right, magic. It blew my mind how similar it is to real ice cream. If you had placed a bowl in front of me, I dare say I would not recognize its true composition of pure fruit. I can say with confidence, this magic frozen yogurt leaves you feeling full, like you've just had a bowl of ice cream...for breakfast. Which I will admit without shame is my dream breakfast, but a breakfast I have held out on for the sheer sake of dignity, until now my friends. Furthermore, I nominate the creators of this glorious feat of engineering for the Edison Award, or an award of comparable recognition in the categories of invention and nutrition. Bravo! Yonanas inventors, Bravo! You...are...legends." —Tosh
Get it from Amazon for $39.18+ (available in six colors).
28. A soap brows kit for the person on makeup TikTok who needs a little push to go for the look they love. This method will help make brows look thicker using just their existing hairs. And of course they can go in with a brow pen or powder to add even more fullness.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this and am amazed at how much fuller my brows look! Application is also super easy and quick! I took three pictures. Top picture is before I applied it. Middle picture is after application. Third picture is after I've drawn a line under my brow to clean up the look and filled in some sparse areas." —P.A.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
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