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1. An Instant Pot, for small space-dwellers, recent college grads, or pretty much anyone whose life you want to simplify.
Promising review: "This thing is amazing. I got this for my girlfriend after hearing her casually mention it, but didn't really understand what you could do with it. So far we've taken frozen chicken breast and about 30 minutes later we have delicious shredded chicken. We've made soups, cooked potatoes ,and even have done hard-boiled eggs (they seriously came out perfect). We did a 4-pound pork roast in less than an hour and it turned out very good as well. This thing is so efficient and quick that I'm concerned that my g/f may just leave me for the Instant Pot so she can keep all the good food for herself. Hell, if this thing had a sexual stimulation button it'd probably make it happen 10x faster than I could too." —C. Castro
Get it for $99.
2. A wood-grain essential oil diffuser to keep a homebody's space smelling fresh.
Promising review: "This is so simple to use and works really well to add a wonderful fragrance to the air using natural essential oils. Very classy looking, not cheap looking at all. Automatically shuts off when the water level is low, making it safe to leave on while you're not home. Would definitely buy again and feel it would make a nice gift." —patti
Get it for $20.99.
3. Tiny cactus candles, an easy way to delight lovers of succulents, miniatures, and southwestern table scapes.
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4. A refreshing aloe and rosewater facial spray that will make any beauty junkie feel so understood.
Promising review: "This stuff is great. It's super refreshing and smells wonderful. My skin feels much more hydrated after using this. I spray it on after cleansing my face and before moisturizer. I spray it throughout the day just to keep my face fresh. Definitely worth the price. My cat likes it too." —Sarou
Get a four ounce bottle for $7.
5. A DIY terrarium kit to inspire a young botanist-in-training.
Promising review: "This is a good way to grow your child's curiosity for biology and nature. The terrarium is easy to assemble and fun. Kids love the stickers and see the plants grow. And, contrary to what happens with other similar products, plants grow with this one! The fact that it glows in the dark makes the product even more fun and interesting." —Ecolier Assassin
Get it for $12.99.
6. LifeStraw, for the avid outdoorsperson, survivalist, or prepper.
Promising review: "I would recommend the LifeStraw for any backpacker. Even a day hiker. This lightweight tool can help reduce your pack weight significantly if you know there will be a decent source of water nearby. Drinking water from a cool stream tastes so much better than iodine treated water. I've used the same LifeStraw five or six times now and have had no health issues at all." —Overwine
Get it for $19.95.
7. An instant mini camera, which will earn you cool points with the influencer in your life.
Promising review: "This camera was a hit at my sister's engagement party. Instead of a photo booth with silly props, I brought back the 90s with this FujiFilm and bought these clothes pin string lights that Amazon also sells. People took pictures and hung/clipped them to the lighted string which made for a great social activity at an event where you have all sorts of people from your life who don't know each other gather in one place :)" —Mariana
Get it for $57.25+ (available in five colors).
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8. Cute avocado socks that you can buy for a millennial to remind them why they'll never be able to afford a house.
JK! These socks are fun though.
Promising review: "Got these as for my dad for Father's Day. He works in a corporate office and having fun socks like these peeking out of his slacks brightens his day just a little bit." —Hannah Downs
Get them for $8 (available in green or purple).
9. A Sonicare toothbrush, because oral hygiene never goes out of style.
Promising review: "This is a great toothbrush. My dentist recommended this specific model and suggested that you don't need to spend big bucks to get a high quality toothbrush. It is basic and gets the job done. The cycle is 2 minutes which is plenty of time to leave you with a fresh mouth and teeth that feel just as though you came from the dentist after a cleaning." —JR
Get it for $39.95 (available in three colors).
10. Natural beard balm, a thoughtful token your hirsute friends and their sensitive-faced partners are sure to appreciate.
11. A Pusheen calendar to spread kawaii awareness.
Promising review: "Every single month is a massive dose of cuteness. Pusheen helps you begin each day with a smile. You cannot resist her." —Amazon Customer
Get it for $9.41.
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12. Himalayan pink salt ghee that will butter up your foodie friends.
Promising review: "The best ghee has a rich, buttery taste and lovely smell. This is it. First class product with a great color, nose, consistency and taste. My first purchase, and I'll be back for more." —Amazon Customer
Get it for $10.44.
13. A mini espresso maker, for coffee snobs who refuse to compromise.
Promising review: "WoW! I must say I was skeptical, but after trying it I must say WoW. It makes an awesome cup of espresso. Even my expensive coffee maker with its 4oz specialty brew can't even make it that good. It's as close to a coffee shop now as I can get for less than a $400 machine. Just wish it made a bigger cup lol." —vw65bus
Get it for $57.37.
14. A Bob Ross figure, to remind them that there are no mistakes, only happy accidents.
15. A Squatty Potty, because there's no better gift that the gift of expedient pooping.
Promising review: "It's taken a 10 minute poop down to a 2 minute poop! Now I have more time for coffee in the morning." —HannahSmith
Get it for $23.16.
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16. An 80-piece art set to inspire a youngun to pursue self-expression via oil pastels.
Promising review: "First, let's talk about the case, it's light weight and solid. It has a good sturdy handle perfect that is for little hands that tend to be less than gentle. The art supplies were good quality, fantastic quality for the price. This set is probably not appropriate for a professional, but for a little one it's great. Comes with lots and lots of colors and a variety of options." —Everett Agressott
Get it for $15.99.
17. A triceratops taco holder that will turn their carnitas into ~Jurassic pork~.
Promising review: "I LOVE this. It is absolutely adorable. I was giggling with glee the entire time I was making my plate at lunch. It definitely works better with hard shell, because the sides aren't very tall, but it gets the job done with soft shell as well! I'm so happy!" –Paige
Get it for $12.94.
18. A fruit infusion pitcher, because the best gifts subtly encourage good hydration habits.
Promising review: "I don't always find water very appealing because of the lack of flavor, but I'm trying to drink more. This solves that problem! One lemon sliced in half, and then sliced in strips, fills the center chamber of this pitcher. I fill it with water by pouring the water over the fruit column, and I put it in the fridge overnight. By morning, water with a delightfully subtle lemon taste is ready." —Inconclusive Panda
Get it for $19.99.
19. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, a beautifully-illustrated storybook about some of the most extraordinary women throughout history, which is perfect for kids of all ages (and genders).
Promising review: "I got this book for my seven-year-old niece for Christmas... I cannot rave enough! She loved it as much as I did at first sight. Later in the week we sat down and read together and then googled some of these amazing females to learn even more about their lives. It is diverse, well written, and beautifully illustrated. I would recommend to anyone and everyone." —Megan Pennington
Get it for $35.
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20. A cozy flannel in a ton of patterns for anyone from urban lumberjacks to... actual lumberjacks.
Promising review: "These are amazing shirts! The fabric is thicker than the cheap flannels you'll find at the big-box stores. Design and workmanship is outstanding. Not to mention, available and Tall sizes. Have bought again and will continue to." —Quality Seeker
Get it for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–5XL, in 22 patterns).
21. A vacuum-seal wine stopper for anyone who can't bear to see a good bottle go down a bad path.
Promising review: "These are the best. I was looking for a stopper that would allow me to store my wine on its side in my wine fridge and these things work like a charm; not a single leaking incident and my partial bottles of wine stay nearly as fresh as the day they were opened." —csrunner1
Get it for $13.25 (available in three colors).
22. And a set of packing cubes that will make any traveler's life so much easier.
Promising review: "I ordered a second set of Shacke Pak packing cubes because I loved the first set so much. These cubes make packing and unpacking a breeze, while keeping everything organized throughout the trip. Must-have items! Love the laundry bag included in the set too." —Simply in Control
Get them for $22.99 (available in five colors).
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