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    22 Cheap Things To Treat Yourself To Right Now

    Cutie patootie candles, the perfect carry-on, a Roy Kent Funko Pop, and more goodies under $25 😍.

    1. A pack of beauty sponges that have over 10,000 5-star ratings...and you get SIX of them for half the cost of a single Beauty Blender. Hello to your best beauty routine ever without breaking the bank.

    reviewer's makeup after using beauty sponge
    reviewer holding pink beauty sponge

    Promising reviews: "If you got here because of TikTok then just go ahead and add to cart. These babies are so much softer than the Real Techniques sponges and in my opinion better at blending than Beauty Blender." —Cassandre

    "Saw this recommended from a TikTok makeup guru and never looked back. Was disappointed in the Beauty Blender’s quality and price and finally decided to make the switch. This product blends so well and doesn’t leave smudge strokes like how the Beauty Blender does. You get six sponges for the fraction of the price of a Beauty Blender! 5/5 would definitely recommend for the beauty babes!" —Michi Drinks Matcha

    Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.95.

    2. A super pretty luggage tag to add some panache and personality to your old suitcase — not to mention make it easier to spot at baggage claim.

    reviewer photo of the blue wave luggage tag attached to a suitcase
    hands placing a business card into the marble patterned luggage tag

    Promising review: "I purchased these for a trip to Hawaii. I love the design and was primarily wanting them to differentiate my luggage from other travelers on the luggage belt. But little did I know they would be so much more effective in locating my luggage elsewhere. My connecting flight was delayed, and for some reason the airline left my luggage at the airport, while I went on to my destination in Hawaii, the luggage didn't follow. When I realized this, I alerted baggage claim and they had me fill out all the paperwork. The one question they had, is whether my luggage looked different than other dark colored mid sized pieces. Yes it did, it had these luggage tags on it, and that's what the luggage claims administrator put as the distinguishing feature. By that night, they had found my luggage and flown it from California to Hawaii on the next flight. I was relieved to have had these attached to my bags. I would highly recommend these for your luggage as well." —TX Divemaster

    Get a pair from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 24 styles). 

    3. Fun and tropical flower hair claw clips you'll be using to complete every — and I do mean every — look this season. From sundresses to swimwear to your daily cropped tee and bike shorts combo, these are such a cute and trendy upgrade.

    set of pink red white and purple clips with pretty packaging
    reviewer using pair of pink flower clips to hold up updo
    different reviewer wearing purple clip

    Promising review: "I bought this as a gift…fell in love and kept them! They are beautiful! The pics do not do any justice. Love them! Found another gift for my friend!" —Tanya B

    Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in seven color combinations).

    4. A cheerful ice-cream-cone-printed PJ top and shorts set so you can curl up on the couch and match your favorite late night snack (while looking like a snack, too).

    model in blue short sleeve set with pink ice cream on it
    Asos

    Get it from Asos for $20 (available in women's sizes 0–14 here and 14–26 here; also available in cereal print).

    5. Lillie's of Charleston mustard barbecue sauce, which you can also use as a dip, dressing, or marinade. And that's a good thing, since this sweet and tangy concoction is so darn delish, you won't want to eat anything that isn't slathered in it 😋.

    ribs on a grill that are covered in the bbq sauce
    bottle of barbecue sauce
    Amazon

    Lillie's of Charleston is a Black- and family-owned small business based in South Carolina. Their sauces and seasonings are inspired by the family's Sunday dinners at Aunt Lillie's house. 

    Promising review: "I grew up in Charleston, SC and this is by far the most authentic South Carolina Mustard BBQ I’ve been able to find. I highly recommend. A true taste of home delivered to my door in Phoenix!" —Jenna Bowen

    Get it from Amazon for $11.62 (available in hot or mild). 

    6. A rechargeable and dimmable light-up compact mirror, because you're not one to sacrifice glam even when you're on the go. You've got a perfectly lit vanity back at home — don't you deserve the same luxury when you're hastily reapplying lippie in the back of the Uber before happy hour?

    Promising review: "Important travel necessity for your makeup bag. One of my favorite features is that it’s rechargeable. The battery lasts a long time and the light is substantially bright. The fact that it comes in one of my favorite colors is an added bonus. It’s also reasonably priced. I’ve seen similar AAA-battery-operated mirrors that cost more. It’s perfect for tweezing those stray hairs." —Kisha

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in five colors). 

    7. Adorbs mini strawberry candles (with a scent to match, ofc) for the cutest lil' tabletop accent you ever did ~seed~.

    four pastel pink strawberry candles resting on a table
    red version of candles with one of them lit
    Amazon

    Check 'em out on TikTok!

    Promising review; "These are just the cutest little candles and ever so summery! Their size, appearance, and scent are just like real strawberries. Perfect as little take-home favors or decorations for a backyard picnic!" —M. Milton

    Get a set of eight from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two colors). 

    8. And fruit slice-inspired silicone coasters to complete your (vitamin) C for cute, summery smÜrgüsbord of fruit-themed accents.

    A set of six fruit-patterned coasters in bright colors
    A model holding them up with their hand
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Are you kidding me? How could anyone rate these anything less than 5 stars? They are colorful and the pattern is exactly as pictured. They are wrapped individually. What a good buy! I plan on using mine in a door wreath because they are perfect for decorations." —J&SZack

    Get a pack of seven from Amazon for $4.99.

    9. E.l.f.'s hydrating Power Grip Primer, which reviewers say delivers expensive-quality, look-locking results for under 10 bucks. Because you deserve that makeup you worked so hard on to stay and slay TRULY all day.

    reviewer makeup over primer
    reviewer holding tube of grip primer

    E.l.f. is cruelty-free! ❤️

    Promising reviews: "I got hooked on a little sample of the Milk Hydro Grip primer, but when I went to buy it…..$36 for a relatively small bottle! I wanted to find a good alternative, so I bought this. It is PERFECT! Nearly identical formula. I have sensitive skin and this did not break me out. It really does help keep makeup on all day and makes your skin look smooth. I highly recommend this." —Allison

    "Tried this for the first time today, I’ve always had trouble with my makeup staying on and looking fresh all day. I just used this for the first time. I did my makeup this morning, ran several errands and went to a festival in Atlanta where it was extremely hot and humid. I just got home and my makeup looks like I just did it. So impressed!" —Taylor Poulin

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    10. A delightful embroidered smiley face bucket hat sure to also put smiles on the faces of everyone who sees it. Oh, and how cute would this be paired with a bikini???

    model holding a purple bucket hat with a dark purple smiley face on it
    Mina Lane Made/Etsy

    It's from a Utah-based small biz that specializes in embroidered apparel.

    Promising review: "Absolutely love! Tons of compliments, comfortable, and love the purple color." —Gina S.

    Get it from Mina Lane Made on Etsy for $17 (available in two sizes and 21 colors).

    11. A shockingly affordable and roomy duffel bag that's incredibly lightweight and waterproof and, miraculously, meets the personal item standard of several popular budget airlines. A bag that saves you money and actually makes packing without checking a bag a breeze? It's the travel superhero we've all been waiting for.

    reviewer's pile of clothes that all fit into navy duffel
    reviewer fitting mint version into Spirit personal item bin

    Promising reviews: "I packed 14 DAYS worth of clothes into THIS BAG. First of all, YES it fits in the Frontier and Spirit personal item bin. I had my bag stuffed to the brim, and with a strong push down into the bin, the bag fully fits. It’s very thin and moldable, which is beneficial for squeezing it into the bin. If the bag wasn’t stuffed, I’m sure it would fit into the bin without any resistance. But regardless, it worked perfectly and saved me SO much money by not buying a checked bag. I had a 14-day trip to Florida where it was very warm (so no winter clothes) and here’s what fit into the bag: one pair of platform sandals, one pair of jeans, two pairs of lounge pants, three shorts, two workout shorts, three workout bras, four skirts, four tank tops, one dress, four long-sleeve shirts, a robe, six underwear, six pairs of socks, four bras, two bikinis, a medium-sized toiletry bag and a hair brush. I had laundry available where I was staying, but even if I hadn’t, this bag probably would’ve held enough to get me by. BUY THIS BAG if you want to save money on flights. Don’t be alarmed if it doesn’t seem like it will fit into the bin, as long as you brought majority soft and flexible items, just shove it into the bin and it will fit!!!" —Nancy Hansford

    "Miracle bag. This bag is awesome! It is unreal how much stuff fits in it...but still goes perfectly under the seat. I will be checking a lot less luggage in the future thanks to this cheap little bag. Highly recommend!" —Jodi

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 43 styles).

    12. A squee-worthy beet ambient light with a precious lil' face and a one-hour auto-shutoff feature that means he can't be ~beet~ as a desktop or bedside pal.

    glowing light shaped like a beet with arms legs and a cute face
    Smoko

    Get the required AA batteries here.

    Promising review: "Pretty, comforting, and so, so cute. Great color. This Billie Beet is sweet and cheery in the off position and even more so when on! It emits a nice, warming glow — just for fun or to go to sleep to. I love its one-hour timer feature. Highly recommended, especially if you're already a fan of the Lil B Dumpling ambient light." —MT S.

    Get it from Smoko or Urban Outfitters for $22.

    13. A whimsical and satisfying rolling egg dispenser that'll be the coolest thing to hit your fridge since you brought home leftover Crumbl cookies. Say hello to easily being able to grab one egg at a time and buh-bye to bulky, ugly egg cartons crowding your fridge.

    Two tiered egg dispenser holding a dozen eggs, six on each tier
    reviewer placing an egg in the dispenser, which rolls it down and slides it into the bottom tier

    Check it out in this TikTok!

    Promising review: "Here it is! The best egg container on Amazon! How can I say that? Easy! Engineering! The slight tilt angle on the bottom of the container that the egg drawer sits on forces eggs to lightly roll forward, keeping all your eggs in the front, and never in the back, where you don't need them. It's super easy to use, so easy to clean, comes apart and can hold a full can organizer on top without issue, so no issues with sturdiness. It can easily hold 14 large eggs. Easily one of my favorite purchases." —Karingan

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99. 

    14. Waterproof Uno cards, aka a laminated version of the fan-fave game clipped together with a carabiner so your family can show the ~reverse card~ to the idea you'll have to pause your never-ending war...I mean, game...when you're on vacay.

    BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jordan Grigsby says: "I was a camp counselor for years and I loved having these handy at the pool when any of the kids got hurt or didn't feel like being in the water. I'd give those kids these cards so they weren't just stuck at the pool, bored. I will warn you that they can get a little funky if they get wet, just like leaving a wet bathing suit out to dry. I suggest washing these with a little soap and water so that the smell doesn't make you gag."

    Promising review: "I love this deck of cards! They can be washed and people can touch them with drink residue or whatever else is on their hands and it won’t ruin the cards. That was my motivation behind buying these and it was well worth it! It even comes with a backpack clip to hold the cards in place or for you to clip onto anything! The only complaint guests have is how slick they feel and they sometimes stick together but I don’t mind it!" —Shanice

    Get them from Amazon for $10.99.

    15. A tasteful temporary tattoo because you really envied the ones your little cousins got in their last birthday party goody bag. These are made for grown-ups and allow you to flirt with the look of real ink but require zero real commitment — or needles.

    A BuzzFeed editor with a floral tattoo on their upper arm
    BuzzFeed editor's wrist with two birds temporarily tattooed
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    They're from a Netherlands-based small biz specializing in temporary tattoos that last from two days to a week.

    BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord writes: "I am *obsessed* with these temporary tattoos — I waited for ages to get them, and I wish I'd done it much sooner, because I've had such a blast mix and matching them every week this summer! They transfer beautifully with warm water and look like legitimate tattoos (my neighbor truly thought I'd gotten some great ink), and are so easy and gentle to remove with a light scrub in the shower."

    Get them from Tattoorary on Etsy: the vintage floral tattoo for $7.99, and the little birds tattoo for $2.99.

    16. Or the temporary tattoo I can't believe I attended the Eras Tour without. Trying to find a skin-safe marker at the last minute or settling for smudge-tastic eyeliner to get that iconic 13 on your hand? I don't know her. Even if you aren't going (or have already been) to the show, you need this for the current Speak Now (TV) era we're living in.

    model with teal 13 temporary tattoo on back of hand
    Mango Illustrated/Etsy

    This Charlotte, NC-based small biz makes super fun Swiftie and other pop culture goodies!

    Promising review: "10/10 recommend these temporary tattoos. Application with a damp paper towel was easy and transferred with no problems or imperfections; even when applying the mini tattoo on my toddler who doesn’t stand still longer than 10 seconds. The tattoos looked great and held up in hot weather the whole day. I noticed Swifties who free-handed their '13' tattoos had smudge messes before the concert even started. If you’re on the fence, BUY IT!!" —cfwells1

    Get it from Mango Illustrated on Etsy for $3.50+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors — one for each album!).

    17. A Roy Kent Funko Pop! figure Ted Lasso fans will want to buy in multiples so that the foul-mouthed footballer can truly be here, there, and every-bleepin'-where in their abodes.

    figure of roy in his sweats holding a ball
    Amazon

    Pre-order it from Amazon (available August 8) for $11.99.

    18. A foldable mushroom funnel that fits oil bottles, wine bottles, and even mugs (thanks to its lovely width that can perch on the sides). Forget boring kitchen essentials — this is the ~shittake~.

    gif of someone flipping the mushroom funnel inside out and using it to pour oil into a bottle
    the mushroom funnel next to a bottle, which has an inverted mushroom funnel in its opening
    Amazon

    Check out this dishwasher-safe wonder on TikTok!

    Promising review: "I am obsessed with this funnel!!! I juice a lot of citrus and juices for cocktails, and this little guy is the perfect size for bottling. It’s beyond cute and really great quality. I’m always hesitant about buying silicone items, as I don’t want them to be too thin. This is perfect! Sturdy and cute! Can’t get better than that! The perfect addition to any cottagecore kitchen!" —Abbey Klem

    Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in two sizes). 

    19. A deep-cleansing, hydrating facial bar soap made with olive oil, coconut oil, and shea butter so washing your face won't leave your skin feeling stripped and dry, but the opposite. Hello, smooth, supple, and refreshed!

    black hexagonal honeycomb design soap bar
    Goodful

    Get it from our Goodful shop for $12 (available in four scents).

    20. A mini contact lens kit that's dang cute, has a lil' mirror and the perfect tools and storage space for your contacts, and is only $5. What more could you ask for?

    the bright yellow case and kit
    Amazon

    It comes with a solution bottle, tweezers, stick connection, lens holder, and mirror. 

    Promising reviews: "When I travel, I worry about misplacing my contacts, so this will hep me keep them in a safe place, easy to find."—Tamara G.

    "Great product for the price!! Super cute!! Small and perfect for traveling, in your car, purse, or pocket!! The tongs have a super soft silicone type grip on the ends so they won't hurt your lenses. I am very impressed!! I would recommend to everyone!! Great product, great price!! Will purchase again!!" —Loni H. Rhymes

    Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in two colors).

    21. A vegan leather passport and vaccine card holder — it checks all the boxes: stylish, cheap, and complete with spots for your most important docs. Oh, and available in whatever your fave color may be!

    different color passport cover options
    Henney's Boutique

    It's made by an LA-based small biz!

    Promising review: "I love this! I bought one for myself, then one for my husband, then I've been sending the link to everyone who asks me where I got it... They're the best for keeping both your passport and your vaccine card safe for travel." —Paige Devlin

    Get it from Henney's Boutique on Etsy for $11+ (available in 19 colors, and with matching luggage tags). 

    22. A chain, bead, and faux pearl layered statement necklace because hear me out: statement necklaces are coming back. And TBH, when paired with breezy dresses and beachwear, they should have never left.

    model wearing the four layer gold orange magenta and white necklace with a bathing suit and coverup
    Forever 21

    Get it from Forever 21 for $6.99 (originally $9.99).

    Want more shopping serotonin? Check out last month's roundup of cheap things to treat yourself to.

    Seeing a notification on your phone and realizing one of these treats shipped.