28 Ridiculously Cool Things Any Science Nerd Will Fall In Love With
I'm geeking the heck out.
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1. A set of glass coasters that look like cross-section slices of the brain, for anyone fascinated with the nervous system. If you stack them in the right order you'll see the whole brain in 3D!
2. Or these coasters that look like cross-section slides of the human heart. They're like a romantic little gift to your coffee table.
3. An AncestryDNA test kit that'll help you discover interesting and precise details about your origins and ethnicity. It'll help complete your family tree by finding your furthest ancestors.
The test has a 4.1-star rating and nearly 4,200 reviews on Amazon Canada! All you need to do is send a sample of their saliva back to AncestryDNA. The kit comes with a return shipping label, so you won't need to worry about paying to send it back. In six to eight weeks, you'll get your results.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $129.99.
4. An eight-inch plasma globe that'll bring the science museum to your home or work desk. It's like an interactive light show! Warning: Everyone who sees it will want to touch it.
5. A microgreen garden that's also a fish tank! It's a closed-loop ecosystem where the plants and fish help have a symbiotic relationship and help each other stay alive and thriving. You have fresh, homegrown herbs AND a cool home decor item.
The package contains a shatter-resistant fish tank, gravel, organic seeds, grow stones, and natural de-chlorinator. So all you have to do is go to the pet store and adopt some fishies!
Get it on Amazon Canada for $133.74.
6. The molecular structure of the "happiness molecule" in necklace form. It makes for a lovely, simple accessory for biochem lovers and mental health advocates. And it's so cute, picking it up may actually boost your serotonin!
7. Or a pair of double helix earrings that are honestly to die for and the hottest way to show off your love for the fascinating field of DNA and genetics. They're hypoallergenic and free of lead and nickel, so sensitive ears can totally rock them.
Get them on Amazon Canada for $17.99. Available in silver, black, and gold.
You can also check out a double helix ring, a bracelet, a necklace, and a necklace and earring set.
8. An incredibly cool interactive apron to help teach children about internal organs. The lil' organ plushies are made of cotton and their names are labeled on the apron, so kids can learn to point to more than their nose and eyes early on.
9. An absolutely beautiful illustrated book about women in STEM throughout history. It features 50 pioneers who changed our world forever for the better, and everyone regardless of age and gender could use that kind of inspiration!
10. An punny notebook that adds a sprinkle of cuteness to the subject of ions. The pages are ruled, so you can use it to jot down your chemistry notes and bring some feline fun to the classroom.
12. This PAINFULLY nerdy wrist watch for the math geek obsessed with Pi. It comes in a beautiful and sturdy tin box for your personal storage.
13. The Ordinary's peeling solution that'll peek any skin care geek's interest. It's a no-frills product that uses a combo of alpha hydroxy acid and beta hydroxy acid to gently exfoliate your skin, leaving it softer than a baby's behind. Oh, and it looks like blood, which is metal AF.
I use it whenever I feel like doing a deep exfoliation without using an abrasive scrub. Leave it on for five to ten minutes, depending on your skin's sensitivity, and wash off completely. A word of caution, though: because this product is so potent, patch testing is highly recommended. Reviewers say it works wonders, particularly on acne-prone or dull skin.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $31.99.
14. Speaking of cool skin tech, the FOREO Luna Play Plus cleansing tool uses pulsations to dislodge gunk and makeup from the skin. There's no rubbing or scrubbing involved at all! It's a dream product every skin care lover should have in their arsenal.
Reviewers say it not only made their skin feel softer, it's also helping clear up their acne and has evened out texture. Check out BuzzFeed’s full review of the FOREO Luna Mini.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $54.72+. Available in seven colours and as a gift set.
15. A very elaborate magnetic repair tool kit that'll help you get your tech projects in order and fix everything — from crooked glasses and gaming consoles, to phones and laptops! It has 117 pieces, so it's pretty much guaranteed to fit all kinds of screws.
You'll save a ton of money not replacing easily fixable things with this nifty little kit. Reviewers love how large the selection of screwdriver bits included is.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $22.99.
16. A stainless steel knife set that’ll make you feel like intergalactic star chef every time you prepare a meal. The blades are oh-so satisfyingly sharp and the magical print will make you want to do all your meal prep in one go.
17. Or a lightweight galaxy print backpack that brings the cosmos with you wherever you go. It's perfect for school, work, or travelling, and the padded shoulder straps and ergonomic design make it comfy for your back and arms.
18. A manatee-themed fridge magnet, if sea life mesmerizes you and you're often found re-watching The Blue Planet. It's printed on 100% recycled paper, too, so it's perfect for anyone who prefers to buy sustainable products.
19. A Himalayan salt rock lamp for the geology nerd who loves collecting or studying rocks. It'll give your room a warm, amber glow. It comes with a dimmer so you can brighten it when you're studying or dim it when you're in your bedroom.
20. A pair of starry constellation coasters to give your coffee table a sleek and intergalactic touch.
21. A LifeStraw that'll make all your hikes and camping trips stress-free. It filters contaminated water (without using any chemicals!) and gets rid of 99.999999% of bacteria and parasites, so you can catch a healthy drink basically anywhere.
22. A set of planetary fridge magnets that look like glorious heavenly bodies. Use them to stick notes and drawings on your fridge or in your school locker!
23. Some lab equipment decals that'll look perfect on the walls of a budding science lover's bedroom walls or a grown-up's study! There's no age limit on finding chemistry magical.
24. This statue of an ape holding a human skull that's a subtle nod to human evolution and the works of Charles Darwin. It's made of polyresin and has a bronze finish, which will add a conversation-starting element to your home or office.
25. A pair of graphic Einstein socks that are stretchy and comfy. They'll add a funky vibe to your daily work wear and you can show off your love for your fave German physicist.
26. A mug with a lively Jurassic landscape that'll turn into dinosaur fossils when you pour a hot liquid in it. Kinda sad, buuut kinda rad.
27. A powerful pocket microscope with a built-in LED light that allows you to look at 3D objects AND flat surfaces clearly. It allows you to magnify things up to 120 times! Your curiosity will have you zoomin' in on everything.
28. And lastly, a beaded solar system bracelet that is just SO. FRICKIN'. COOL. It uses natural stone beads to signify each planet. Some would say it's... astronomically awesome. 😎 And with that, I'll see myself out.
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