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1. A wall-mounted soap dispenser for your shower, so you can finally get rid of all those bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash cluttering up your bathroom. This easily-refillable gadget keeps all your favorite bath-time supplies close at hand and accessible with the pull of a lever. There’s even a razor holder on the side. Easy does it, old-timer!
2. A 12-pound weighted blanket to soothe your soul, especially if you find that soul getting more and more anxious over time. Popping one of these cozy covers on your bed will make it feel like you’re getting an enormous hug every time you hit the hay — and it might even make it easier for you to fall asleep and stay asleep while you're at it.
3. A two-step kitchen ladder, because you won’t always be spry enough to hop onto the counter to reach the stuff on the very top shelves of your cabinets. (Source: me; I used to do that all the time, and now I…cannot.) Easy to fold out and equally easy to store, this steel kitchen stepper is a must-have to make the most of your vertical storage — particularly if you, like me, are less than vertically blessed yourself.
4. A bottle of highly effective, oil-free sunscreen from La Roche-Posay, because wearing SPF daily is essential for keeping you and your skin glowing at every stage of life. This ultra-light, dry-touch lotion packs an SPF of 60 for solid broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection — and it’s particularly good for oily skin if that’s you. (It’s me. It’s absolutely me.)
5. A lightweight, bagless, cordless Dyson vacuum that’ll make keeping your floors clean a breeze. This vacuum is so much simpler to move around your home than the huge, corded vacuums of yore (translation: It’ll be a heck of a lot less pain and agony to maneuver the older you get), and it comes with tons of attachments and a wall-mounted charging dock for easy use and storage.
6. An unexpectedly fancy Squatty Potty, because you deserve to poop in comfort — especially as you get older. This sleek, classy version of the classic Squatty Potty has a gorgeous bamboo finish, in the event that you have decided that plastic is for The Youth (and also if, in your old age, you just cannot be bothered to hide the thing away and then pull it out of a closet every time you need it). It can even flip between two different heights!
7. A bottle of in-shower moisturizer that’ll effortlessly streamline your morning routine. (Nothing simplifies life better than a good multitasker, right?) Just slap some of this stuff on when your skin is still damp in the shower, pat dry once you get out, and you’ll be all hydrated and ready to start your day.
8. A pair or two of period-friendly underwear, because who among us actually has the time to worry about leakage? (You’ve definitely got better things to do with your diminishing time on Earth.) These moisture-wicking, bikini-style briefs from Cora can hold up to three tampons’ worth of fluid — and reviewers say they’re super comfortable to wear, too.
9. A rechargeable electric wine bottle opener, in the event that your hands aren’t quite as strong as they used to be. No need to wrestle with stubborn corks and difficult corkscrews in order to enjoy your favorite vintage; this pick will remove corks for you at the mere push of a button.
10. A super cute office chair that’s so comfortable, you’ll never have a problem sitting in it all day, erry day — no matter how old you get. This pick has all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a good office chair — smooth-rolling casters, a swivel feature, adjustable height, the works — and it’s so bright and fun that taking a seat in it to Get Stuff Done will continue to be a joy, workday after workday.
11. And an adjustable-height, sit-stand desk, so you can give your tush a break every so often and get your knees going again. (As a rapidly-aging person with extremely bad joints, trust me: Stretching your legs regularly is essential for staving off aches and pains as the years go by.) Heads up that this one adjusts manually, rather than electronically — but the mechanism is smooth and simple to operate, and the desk itself has a gorgeous, vintage oak-style finish.
12. A bottle of Clean Shower daily shower cleaner, because anything that requires less physical labor is a godsend as you age. With this super useful cleaner, all you have to do is spritz your shower down after you’re done using it. Then, just… walk away. It’ll help keep everything fresh and mold- and mildew-free with almost no effort. Your shower will thank you. You will thank you. Everybody wins.
13. And a battery-powered grout scrubber that’ll spare you the elbow grease — invariably a struggle as your joints get creakier — when the time comes to get your grungy grout clean. This little handheld tool features a tiny scrubby brush juuuuuust the right size to get between your tiles. And the best part? When you push the button on the handle, it starts scrubbing all by itself.
14. A Ring wireless video doorbell, so you’ll always know who’s at your door — even if you’re not home yourself. Complete with two-way communication and a connected smartphone app, this handy system lets you keep an eye on things from near and far, giving you peace of mind no matter where you are.
15. An air-dry styling cream, because your locks could probably use a rest from heat styling right about now. (Years of flat irons and curling wands can be tough on your hair!) Working a little of this stuff into damp, towel-dried hair and scrunching a bit before letting your strands dry the rest of the way on their own will leave you with effortlessly tousled waves. You and your mane will undoubtedly appreciate the time off from your blow dryer.
16. A modular desk organizer set that’ll help you get a handle on your workspace once and for all — or your junk drawer, or your cutlery storage, or any other drawer in your life that’s gotten a little… let’s call it out of control over the years.
17. A pair of blue light-filtering glasses, so you can give your tired, aging peepers a vacation from the strain of our constantly plugged-in world. If you spend a lot of time in front of your computer, these super chic, tortoiseshell-accented specs will cut down on the amount of blue light you're exposed to, which in turn might help you sleep better and eliminate headaches caused by (ouch) stressed-out eyeballs.
18. A good ol’ fashioned filing cabinet, because as you get older, you're definitely going to want a safe place to stash hard copies of your steadily growing collection of important documents: your lease or mortgage, your tax forms, medical records…all that adulting stuff. This two-drawer filer will help you stay organized — and since it isn’t super “office-y,” it’ll look super cute while doing it.
19. A thermal blackout curtain panel or two that’ll actually, y’know, darken your room if you’ve been finding sleep to be somewhat more elusive with each passing year. These classic panels have grommets at the top, so you won’t need to faff about with curtain rings; you can hang ‘em right on the rod. Easy peasy.
20. A bottle of Downy’s powerful wrinkle release spray, because the more you age, the less you’re going to want to futz around with things like irons. Just spritz your clothes down with this stuff, give the hems a tug, and watch the wrinkles fall right out. Getting ready to take on the day has never been easier!
21. A reviewer-beloved, five-quart air fryer that’ll simplify your meal prep in the best way possible. This sucker can roast, bake, reheat, and (of course) fry — and it does it all quickly, easily, and virtually mess-free. The older you get, the more you understand the value of...well, pretty much anything that pares down the complicated nature of life, and this thing is it.
22. A set of six wireless LED puck lights, because stumbling around in the dark is a hazard at the best of times, let alone as you start getting up there in years. With these lil' guys, though, you don’t have to worry about banging your shins on anything in the middle of the night when you're on the hunt for a midnight snack!
23. A Tile tag, if you find yourself getting a tad forgetful in your old age (I know I definitely am). Having trouble keeping track of your keys? Your wallet? Your cat (yes, really!)? Attach this handy, app-connected locator to your most frequently misplaced items, creatures, and what have you, and you’ll always be able to find them: Just tap the “Find” button within the app, and the tag will start ringing. Follow the sound, and voilà! Lost things, found!
24. A set of four clear kitchen storage bins, because nothing makes everyday life easier than a well-organized fridge or pantry. These BPA-free bins are good for storing anything from fruits and veggies to baking supplies — and since they're clear, you’ll always be able to see their contents, cutting down on the amount of digging around and all that “WHERE DID I PUT THE CINNAMON” aggravation that plagued you in your younger years.
25. A four-in-one coffee maker, so you can save yourself a trip to the coffee shop when the mood strikes. This nifty machine will let you make even the fanciest of lattes right in the comfort of your own kitchen, brewing single cups of hot coffee, iced coffee, and espresso — and it can even froth milk for those times when a regular ol’ brew won’t cut it. Did I mention that it’s pod-free, too? Yep: Single-serve machines that don’t rely on pods do exist. No muss. No fuss. Just really good coffee. Go ahead. You deserve it.
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