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Uncommon Goods provides super easy instructions to get these bad boys set up! Basically, just add water to the reservoir, plant the seeds of your choice, and put the jar in a sunny spot. Pick from basil, cilantro, mint, oregano, parsley, and sage. Or collect them all for a bursting indoor garden!
Promising review: "I have had a few of these home grow kits, one even had a grow light. They never grew anything! I set this up and in two days I had basil growing. It was so easy and fun." —Janet
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $20 (per individual herb kit).
Six Oaks & Co. is a small Arizona-based business. Jamie, the owner, describes herself as a "lifelong sewer/interior designer turned face mask seamstress."
Promising review: "This chain is a game changer! I no longer forget where I put my mask or accidentally drop it. I love it so much I'm buying some for my friends as well." —Kristine Lupoff
Get it from Six Oaks & Co. on Etsy for $13.50 (available in three finishes).
Depending on the plan you pick, you'll receive one to two candles every month with a surprise gift! Choose between a 4-oz. candle, an 8-oz. candle, or one of each.
Sign up at Vellabox starting at $10 per box.
Eu-Genia is a Black-owned, family-run business dedicated to providing fair wages and education funds to sustainably support their female partners in Ghana.
Get it from Eu-Genia for $13.50+ (available in two sizes and three scents).
It's recommended that you choose a blanket weight that is 6%–10% of your total body weight. For example, a 15-lb blanket is suitable for individuals who weigh between 150 lbs and 190 lbs.
Promising review: "This blanket is very soothing! It's very relaxing at the end of the day. I feel like my energy is becoming calmed and contained when I am stressed out. When I am extra stressed I fold the blanket lengthwise, doubling the weight and lay it over me for the first 15 minutes and my muscles begin to release, almost like a massage." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $62.99+ (available in 15 size/weight combinations and 20 colors).
I received this as a birthday gift and, though it is one of the most unnecessary things that I own, I LOVE it. It looks very cool and expensive in-person. I can almost guarantee anyone who partakes in wine, even occasionally, will love this!
Promising review: "Luxurious look. This product is has a fancy design and is super quiet! It's easy to use and within seconds you will have wine ready to pour. Hassle-free and a neat way to open bottles of wine. It lights up blue, easy to recharge, and most definitely a good product to give as a gift." —Babi Gendut
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
Jasmine Wilcoxson is the Black creator behind these crystal bath soaks. Handmade in Brooklyn, her special self-care products are all-natural and ethically sourced.
Choose from Citrine and Sweet Orange to uplift and refresh your spirit, Amethyst and Lavender to bring stress relief and balance, or Rose Quartz and Pink Salt for embracing self-love and forgiveness. Each jar comes with a wooden spoon.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $28 per jar (available in three scents).
If they start to smell a little funky, don't worry! Just toss 'em in the wash and set them out to dry.
Promising review: "I'm a proud owner of several incredible sheet sets from Parachute, so I was happy to see they offered a slipper that was washable - exactly what I was looking for. Being that I'm working from home like many others, it suddenly struck me that I needed a comfy slipper! At par with Parachute quality, these slippers are high quality, soft and comfortable and are perfect for both a warm or cold day's foot refuge. Highly recommend!" —Lilliana T.
Get a pair from Parachute for $39 (available in sizes XS–XL and also in white).
Promising review: "I love this product!! I use it morning and night. I grab it out of the fridge, put moisturizer serum on my face, and roll away. It really does take the puffiness out of my face, especially under my eyes with the small side. The jade stone stays cold and it feels amazing on your face. I do the same thing before bed. I've used it for a week and I see a big difference in my face!" –brittttey
Get it from CVS for $13.99.
Ivy's Tea Co. is a Black-owned, holistic health brand creating hip-hop inspired, organic loose leaf teas and sweeteners. The founder, Shanae, is a certified herbalist working to make the industry as inclusive and accepting of all cultures as hip-hop!
Promising review: "This one right here! I knew I would love this one even before I tasted it. The smell alone is amazing and so is the taste. I drink this one in the morning with a little bit of the Side Piece honey, it helps give me a little boost of natural energy to get my workday started." —Siera G.
Get it from Ivy's Tea Co. for $14.
Promising review: "We've had ours about a month now and it's great. We love the size options, from expresso to basically a full pot of coffee. The frother is truly a luxury. We used it to froth egg nog for our coffee around the holidays. Magical." —Genevieve Rothwell
Get it from Amazon for $113+ (available with a glass or thermal carafe).
Promising review: "I've been using this for a couple of weeks, and I love it! I have a small kitchen, so I don't have room for a lot of large gadgets to sit on the counter. I love how small it is and that it can sit in the corner right next to the coffee maker without taking up hardly any space. I've used it to froth up my coffee creamer which just gives my morning coffee a more luxurious texture. I've also used it to froth almond milk for some cinnamon turmeric tea. Both have frothed up quite nicely." —Emily A.
Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in 13 colors).
Planning meals and going to the grocery store is the actual bane of my existence. The fact that EveryPlate sends me everything I need at a very affordable price is such a weight lifted off my shoulders! This photo is of a real recipe I've made, and loved, and have actually recreated on my own many times since! I've been using EveryPlate pretty regularly for over two years and there has never been a recipe I (a novice chef, at best) couldn't handle.
Sign up for EveryPlate for $4.99/serving.
Effortless Composition is a Black-owned, homegoods collective curating elevated decor that balances eclecticism and artisan quality. They prioritize cultivating and uplifting inner-city talent and community-based organizations within Los Angeles.
Get it from Effortless Composition for $38.
What's Included: Mpow X3 Wireless headphones, Charging Case, 3 Normal Ear Tips, 3 Extra Soft Ear Tips, USB-C Cable, User Manual, Quick Start Guide
Promising review: "So far, I really love these earbuds. I'm impressed with the overall design of the earbuds and charging unit. It's not cheaply made considering the price. The earpieces fit comfortably in the ear without feeling loose like they may fall out. I purchased these for outdoor use while on lawnmower and garden. The noise-canceling mode works relatively well but does not completely cancel all noise. It'd be a miracle to cancel engine noise decibels. The bass is richer than any earbuds I've ever used. The most expensive pair I've had before was Beats in-ear wired so that's my point of reference. It's simply amazing that the sound quality packed into these little earbuds considering the price point." —Jeremie M
Get a pair from Amazon for $59.99.
Promising review: "I cannot say enough fantastic things about my S'well bottle! It looks stylish wherever I go, whether that is in the office or hanging with friends. The water truly does stay cold the whole day when I fill it in the morning. This is the best water bottle I ever bought. When summer rolls around I will be back to buy the bigger bottle as well to carry my wine!" —James H
Get a 17oz bottle from S'well for $35 (also available in 9oz and 25oz sizes).
Kotn is a certified B-Corp creating high-quality, ethically-made basics. They work closely with their Egyptian partners, investing heavily in the development of sustainable growing techniques among independent cotton farmers.
Promising review: "Surprisingly sexy for a jersey knit dress. It's great for work-from-home because it's as comfortable as a T-shirt but looks like you tried. Very flattering in black, and easy to change the look with layers." —Stephanie B
Get it from Kotn for $59 (available in sizes XS–XL).
Promising review: "Love!! I will always be a fan of this mask! It helps with pimples and texturizing the skin. It also helps me with scars, which is nice. I love doing this mask when my skin is going through it. Especially now during quarantine, my skin is really going through it, and this mask, a lot. It's a little small for how expensive it is but I still buy it anyway because this mask works for my sensitive combo skin." —elisalee
Get it from Sephora for $27 (available in standard and mini sizes).
Promising review: "Love using these for face masks. I love how easy these are to clean and how soft and luxurious it feels to apply face masks. Highly recommend!!" —Shona Peck
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $3.98+.
This bread maker features a countertop-friendly size, 12 preprogrammed menu options, and three crust shades to choose from!
Promising review: "This machine really is awesome. I plugged it in within a couple minutes of it being delivered and was able to make French bread right away! It comes with a handy recipe book and I can't wait to try the other variations. I'm vegan and oil-free so this was a perfect gift to me and my family so we can have fresh plant-based oil-free bread anytime we want! So easy to clean and looks sleek as well!" —RB
Get it from Amazon for $106.73+.
Yours Truly, Brooklyn is an independently-owned stationery store based in Brooklyn that sells all manner of cards, journals, pens — anything to solve your writing-related needs.
Get it from Yours Truly, Brooklyn for $6.95 per pen.
This formula is both vegan and cruelty-free!
Get it from Malin + Goetz for $52.
Promising review: "I really love this pitcher. The pitcher is very sturdy, very well made. It arrived pretty quickly and well-packaged. I’m able to try different fruits and combinations and so far, I’ve really loved the taste it gives my water. Great buy, definitely recommend this product!" —Leticia
Get it from Amazon for $19.29.
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