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    22 Cheap Things To Treat Yourself To Right Now

    A $4 color-changing lippie, unique pop culture merch, the perfect portable charger, and more under-$25 goodies that basically already have your name on 'em.

    1. A FOUR DOLLAR!!!! Glimmer Glow lipstick that adjusts its pretty pink hue based on the pH of your skin to basically give you a ~custom~, perfect-for-every-day color. Goodbye to *both* cheapy glosses and splurge-worthy lipsticks — this bb is all you'll wanna wear from now on.

    Reviewer with pink lip stain
    The clear glittery lipstick in its case

    Check it out on TikTok

    Promising review: "This is such a pretty pH color lipstick, viral for a reason — it's very pretty to look at, it's not sticky at all, and the more you layer it, the darker the pink shows up. The only thing I don't like is the scent in it, I can almost taste it a bit. It's nice to have in my purse if I need a quick color while I'm out in case of sudden dinner plans or a meeting, because you can control the color saturation to how light or bold it is." —Kristina Bumbelow

    Get it from Amazon for $3.99

    2. A ridiculously cute and satisfying golden Mini Brands surprise ball, which comes complete with five metallic versions of common grocery items to unwrap (or you might even get a buildable lil' shopping cart or basket!). I can't explain why tiny cereal boxes and spice jars are so cute, they just are — and these are a much better bang for your buck than most surprise boxes!

    gold sphere with five compartments each with a metallic grocery item figure
    my assembled shopping cart with honey bunches of oats, cheese wedge, and babybel minis
    Amazon, Katy Herman/BuzzFeed

    Whenever I have opted to treat myself to a surprise box, I've always felt a bit disappointed — I didn't get the collectible I wanted, or the quality of the item was super meh, or the two seconds of fun opening was not worth the price tag, or all the above. Not so with these! My boyfriend surprised me with one after I admired the Mini Brands foods he had on his shelf, and it totally made my day! Each toy is packaged really securely in its own compartment of the sphere, so it's a longer and more satisfying opening experience (the "unboxing" video I made to send to my BF was two minutes long!) and you get multiple goodies in the form of shiny, adorable, perfectly-proportioned versions of things you see at the store! It also took several minutes to put the little cart that came in mine together, so that's more entertainment (though I don't think all of them have the cart) — all for less than what a lot of character-themed surprise boxes cost. And now the goodies look soooo cute on my shelf. I'm a knickknacks girlie who was obsessed with toy food as a kid (and may still be today...) so these were perfect for me, and they're also a super thoughtful "just because" prezzie to give to a friend or S.O.!

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    3. A foot peel mask to treat thy cracked and crusty feet and give them a Mia Thermopolis-level makeover. Just soak your feet in warm water, wear these bbs for an hour and a half, then watch all that nasty but oh-so-satisfying dead skin peel away over the next week or so.

    reviewer with rough heels before and smoother heels after
    a different reviewer's dramatically peeling foot

    For best results, soak your feet in warm water each day!

    Promising review: "I’ve ordered some of these before (different brand) and my foot was like slightly peeling but not like the review pics. So, I was hesitant to buy these but I’m on day 4 and when I got out of the bath I was shooketh!! My foot looked like a small feral animal tore my skin up LOL it actually works!!!!! I would add a pic but no free feet pics : ). I am actually so eager to see when all the skin is off, it is really tempting to pull it but I’m following the rules!" —Sarah

    Get it from Amazon for $15.95 (available in four scents).

    4. 16-piece travel toiletry container set because you're at a point in your life where you're ready to 1) not have your cosmetic bag be chaos and 2) stop relying on crappy hotel shampoo and lotion and instead bring a bit of all your faves from home. Plus, it's CUTE!

    You'll get four bottles, two jars, two spray bottles, two scoopers for transferring creams, a funnel for transferring liquids, a cleaning brush, a page of labels, and a clear bag to hold 'em all.  

    Promising review: "This is essential for flying! I fly pretty often throughout the year and after having numerous leakage issues with regular plastic travel containers, decided to go the silicone route and am so glad I did. I love that this set includes different sizes of bottles and tools to help fill/empty them so reusing them is a breeze and there is no wasted product. The variety of colors is great so I can easily tell apart my toiletries, even without the included labels! Love this set and highly recommend it!" —Hennie S.

    Get it from Amazon for $16.95

    5. A ridiculously cute tote bag that can fold up inside a lil' plushie pal. (Who'll also chillax on your shoulder when you pop out the bag!) Squee-worthy, a compliment magnet, sustainable (hello, fewer plastic grocery bags), and easy to travel with — basically, this is an all-around WIN and you need zero excuses to buy it.

    model carrying bunny and vegetable print tote with plush bunny on shoulder
    rainbow axolotl tote bag and plush
    Amazon

    Get the bunny or the axolotl from Amazon for $20 (available in more styles here).

    6. A truly iconic Schmidt sticker for anyone who is at their wit's end with the youths, loves chutney and a good pair of Calvin Klein pants, and regularly mispronounces common words.

    sticker of schmidt in cat bucket hat from second episode of new girl and text
    Crafts By Tessa/Etsy

    This North Carolina-based small business has genuinely some of the best millennial-fave pop culture stickers I have EVER seen.

    Get it from Crafts By Tessa on Etsy for $4.25.

    7. A wondrous pink shoe cleaning solution and brush kit, because it's not particularly economical to treat yourself to a new pair of sneakers every few months — but you can certainly make your favorite pair *look* brand-new with this stuff at least that often.

    A reviewer's sneakers, one dirty before using cleaner and one very clean as if brand-new after using shoe cleaner, with pink cleaner bottle
    reviewer's black canvas sneakers dirty before and then much brighter with clean white platforms after

    It works on any material that can handle being wet/scrubbed lightly.

    Promising review: "I don't write a lot of reviews but I am so impressed by this stuff I just had to. Holy crap I never thought it would be possible to get the white bottoms of my shoes white again. I've tried soap and water, makeup wipes, etc.. but this Pink Miracle stuff is MAGIC! It took me all of five minutes to get both shoes clean to the point where the almost look new again. And that was at least three years' worth of discoloration. Super easy, works great, I'm so glad I found this stuff." —Cary G.

    Get it from Amazon for $18.97+ (available in two sizes).

    8. The Desktop Door Slam, aka a mini door figurine that makes a satisfying slamming noise so you can live out your dream dramatic exit without getting in trouble with your boss. This is the catharsis you need after having to type "per my last email."

    door figurine with definitive history of door slamming booklet
    Amazon

    It also comes with a tiny illustrated book of facts!

    Promising review: "I bought this for my brother and thought it would be a great desk item for him. It is tiny but has a loud sound when you 'slam' the door! Super funny to make this tiny door look like a huge angry gesture when slamming it! I would recommend this." —gluestick

    Get it from Amazon for $10.71.

    9. Or for an even sillier source of catharsis, an electronic emergency goat noisemaker, because you never know when you're gonna be in a situation where "scream" and "bleat" are the only appropriate responses. And who amongst us has not wanted to live our best screaming goat life once in a while?

    hand holding pink small device with four sound option buttons
    Amazon

    Promising review: "With four sounds that you just can’t make with a human body, this little gadget is exactly what every G.O.A.T. needs! I attached this to a massive poster card and surprised my dad at a restaurant recently. No one at the other dining tables had any idea where the inhumane screaming was coming from all night. This is an excellent device for scaring unsuspecting people while they relax. 100% something you would give to the small children of someone you do not like. Though not tested, I imagine this would also be a useful tool to bring with on blind dates: if whatever is being said by your date annoys you, respond only with a variety of goat noises and refuse to talk for the rest of the night. Worth its weight in gold!!" —Emily

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    10. A cute Shower Cat tool that adheres to your shower wall and that you need if your roommate or S.O. has ever complained about how much hair you shed in the shower, but you're not sure how to stop leaving a mess of strands in your wake. Grab any loose hair and swipe left through the tool to trap it, then just swipe right to clean out. As easy as using a dating app, but actually less cringe-inducing???

    A small bristled silicone attachment on a wall with white cat-like ears
    Reviewer using the device to put hair in and pull it out

    It's made by a small business!

    Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok and I knew immediately that I needed it. I just moved into a new apartment and I didn’t want to be how I used to be, where I’d just let hair go down the drain and plug it eventually, or peel it off of the drain after each shower. It works great but I probably need some practice with it. I currently just floss my hair through it so it will hold them and there are a few stray hairs that don’t stick. I would recommend to anyone who is tired of putting your loose strands of hair on the shower wall." —Cari Schwartzkopf

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95

    11. A cute, whimsical, and ~sty~lish felt pig dishwasher magnet sure to make you *squeal* with joy — both at the cute little face and the fact you'll never have to yell through the house to ask about the state of the silverware again.

    pink pig with word
    other side with muddy pig and word
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Simple, cute, and helps everyone in the house know if the dishes are clean or not. Comes with a stick on piece of metal if your washer isn't magnetic." —Brittany Brooke

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99.

    12. The sweetest set of Disney Princess measuring spoons featuring icons representing Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, and Ariel on half, quarter, and full teaspoons and a tablespoon. Talk about the flatware being entertaining — ~be our guest~ and treat yourself to 'em.

    set of four colorful ceramic spoons tied together with a ribbon
    BoxLunch

    Promising review: "Disney kitchen dream! How could you not love these?? So freaking adorable! Would definitely recommend to any Disney lovers!" —Corrinne

    Get them from BoxLunch for $19.90.

    13. portable power bank designed how all portable chargers should have been designed to begin with — with the necessary cords built in!!!! The four cables (iPhone, Type-C, Micro USB, and a USB-A for recharging the bank) can be used to power up multiple things simultaneously, and it even has in and out USB-C ports for even more charging possibilities. Finally, a charger designed to be helpful and not just get you to buy more cords!!!

    the front and back view of the light blue charger
    reviewer holding the black charger with cords built in

    Promising review: "Love this, bought another one the exact same day for my dad to keep with him in his car for emergencies. All the cords you need are attached. So convenient. I used it for 12 hours at Disneyland and still have plenty left in the tank to use two other times. 10/10 recommend." —Breanna 

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in seven colors).

    14. A whimsical flower dish brush in a stylish vase holder to make doing the dishes a little less dreary and catch the eyes of anyone who enters your kitchen.

    Promising review: "I hate putting my hands near any caked-on foods when rinsing for the dishwasher and I hate touching washcloths or sponges, so this was exactly what I needed. The flower design is super cute. Sometimes I wish the bristles were a little bit tougher but it still works pretty well." —Taylor Lewis

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

    15.  A cutie patootie punch needle coaster you won't even want to cover up with a mug — it's just too cool! BRB, covering every inch of my dresser with these.

    the punch needle coasters in a variety of fun designs
    the round wavy coasters in different colors, with one holding a mug
    Shiro Design Studio/Etsy

    Check it out in this TikTok! These cuties are made by a small biz that specializes in truly fabulous punch needle coasters and pillows.

    Promising review: "I bought these for my daughter for Christmas. She loves them. They are very cute and well-made." —Sharon

    Get it from Shiro Design Studio on Etsy for $15 (available in 12 styles, and you can contact the shop for custom colors — also available in more styles here). 

    16. A two-pack of popular teeth-whitening pens to have you bidding coffee  stains you thought were just part of your teeth now adieu. Each mint-flavored pen lasts for 20+ uses and since you just swipe on the gel and let it sit for 30 seconds, they're wayyyyyy less of a hassle than strips or other whitening methods.

    Remember to avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes after use.

    Promising review: "Hardly ever do I review but this time, sheesh! This product blew me away after only three uses! First off, it's easy to use! I've tried a ton of products for teeth whitening and all have been either inconvenient to use, or make you wear a mouthguard etc. This is a PEN/brush! Hold it like a writing pen and twist up for the solution, the solution feeds through onto the brush (which is actually the size of a tooth) and you just brushstroke on dry teeth as you are smiling! It dries on and you rinse off. Magical! I've seen a noticeable difference after only using this for three days!! My husband even said 'WOW your teeth look amazingly white.' I'm a smoker/tea drinker/coffee drinker too! I noticed the difference but never said a word to my husband about it, he's a firm believer that nothing like this ever works...LOL. Well boy oh boy this product changed his mind instantly! He already swiped my other pen and has been using it too. We see the difference and are very satisfied. What's even more awesome is the price! Remarkable difference and it lasts! If I could give this 1,000 stars this would have earned 1,001, know what I mean?!" —Lisa E.

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $19.99.

    17. A water-resistant monogrammed pouch that'll be your beach bag MVP this summer. No more losing your lip balm in the abyss of your tote or getting your snacks all soggy, and just think how Instagrammable this bb will look tossed on your towel. 

    model holding clear pouch labeled SPF
    model putting yellow initial pouch in a bag
    SprinkledWithPink/Etsy

    This Dallas, Texas-based shop specializes in monogrammed goodies, especially for bachelorette parties.

    Promising review: "These bags are adorable! I purchased 12 for a group trip to Mexico and they were perfect! They are sturdy, hold more than expected, and the zipper is not flimsy. The monogram is adorable!" —Amy Greenstein

    Get it from SprinkledWithPink on Etsy for $11.99+ (available in two sizes, 14 colors, and 20 monogram colors). 

    18. A leakproof, dishwasher-safe motivational glass water bottle with a silicone sleeve and marked time stamps with encouraging phrases to help you pace yourself to stay hydrated throughout the day. Yes, you have a million things to do, but taking care of your body should be priority #1 — and this is a cute way to do it!

    It comes with a cleaning brush!

    Promising review: "I love this bottle. It is easy to clean daily and fun to challenge my husband to drinking more fluids as he needs to. We try to beat each other to the finish line. My husband has difficulty drinking plain water and with this as he can see hourly how much he consumes — a great motivator as his doctor ordered him to drink more water." —lyb

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 11 colors).

    19. The most precious mini bird-shaped lemon juicer and pourer to maximize the juice you can squeeze from a lemon wedge for your summer salmon *and* maximize the cuteness of your tabletop spread.

    A clear acrylic bird shaped squeezer with an orange slice in it
    Amazon

    Promising reviews: "This little utensil is adorable, and quite practical. When I saw it on TikTok I knew I had to have one. You simply put a slice of lemon in and pour out the juice. It looks so pretty sitting on the table and comes in very handy." —Dian Marchese

    "Beautiful. They are definitely not for heavy use but they get the job done. They would look great with a tea set. They are very aesthetically pleasing." —Jael

    Get it from Amazon for $5.39

    20. A super sweet "travel fund" bank with five cute interchangeable backgrounds to make the least fun part of a trip — saving cash for it — a bit more fun. Even if you just use it for loose change, you'll start daydreaming of a tropical getaway every time you deposit a few pennies.

    model putting money in a clear square bank that says
    Amazon

    Promising reviews: "It’s really cute to save up for vacations, etc. It also comes with five backgrounds so you can change it whenever. Great buy.✨" —Chantaye

    "I gave this to my daughter for her Disneyland fund. It is really cute and has different paper backgrounds for the back of the bank." —Cathy

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in three styles).

    21. tiny tray to help your shower steamers last longer by keeping them off of the wet floor or tub. Here's to prolonging your pampering and savoring your treat-yourself purchases!

    shower steamer on silicone lotus flower shaped silicone holder
    Keci Bath Co/Etsy

    This Kechi, KS-based small biz also stocks a variety of shower steamers you can pair with this if you don't already have a fave kind!

    Promising review: "Product works well to prolong usefulness and effectiveness of shower steamers. Actually saves money on the products long term and is beautiful and works very well. Easy to clean and refresh. Easy to relocate but remain secure in its location. Very pleased with this product." —Mandylinda

    Get it from Kechi Bath Co. on Etsy for $6.02 (available in four styles).

    22. Barbie-inspired earrings that are, in fact, everything. 🎶 Where'd ya get that 🎶 — that'll be everyone at the midnight movie premiere asking about the beaded Barbiecore fabulousness on your lobes. Life truly is fantastic.

    model in pink beaded statement earrings with barbie silhouette
    Confetti Boutique

    Confetti Boutique is an adorable and affordable woman-owned shop based in Owensboro, Kentucky.

    Get them from Confetti Boutique for $20.

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