39 Things Under $20 That Mean Business
For these products, the effective, efficient, inexpensive venn diagram is a circle.
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1. A scent-free, biodegradable odor eliminator for those stinks you didn't think you'd ever smell the end of. It bonds with ~odor molecules~ to get rid of the stink, without leaving any perfume-y smells behind.
2. A two-pack of mint-flavored teeth whitening pens you can just brush on and remove those deep-set coffee, tea, and wine stains — without all the hassle of those trays or strips.
3. A mini-size bottle of Milk's Hydro Grip primer, because as the name suggests it holds fast to your makeup all day long *while* keeping your skin hydrated and radiant, thanks to a blend of blue agave extract, cannabis seed extract, and aloe water. You've seen it on TikTok, so it's time to give it a try.
4. A completely reusable sponge (run it through the washing machine or dishwasher for cleaning) made from terry cloth on one side, cotton flannel on the other, and polyester mesh for a super effective clean that's also better for the earth.
5. An anti-fogging spray to keep your glasses crystal clear while you stay Masked-Up. One quick spritz, let it sit and dry on your lenses, and you're good to go!
6. A pack of comforting heating pads made with ~botanicals~ when those annoying cramps kick in and you can't kick back with a hot water bottle (or overheating laptop). These should help!
7. A pocket-sized, safer-to-use cutting tool for making small jobs (cutting tape, opening boxes) quicker and easier and tough jobs (that clamshell packaging) less frustrating.
8. A Luminoodle — an LED lighting strip you can affix to the back of your TV for a backlighting effect that'll create sharper images, increase color contrast, and reduce eye strain.
9. An ~enjoy-a-bowl~, a genius two-bowl system for picky dogs and cats. Put their fave food in the lower bowl, the food they need to eat in the upper bowl, and the aroma will waft up and help them enjoy their dinner more!
10. A fan-favorite Wet brush with a cult following for a reason. It'll detangle even the most stubborn hair...WITHOUT ripping it from your scalp.
11. A silicone earbud organizer that'll end the nightmare of tangled cords once and for all, keeping your end table more organized and helping the wires last longer.
12. A pomegranate de-seeder to keep you from splurging on prepared fruit — just pop the cut-in-half pomegranate on top, and tap with a spoon until every seed comes out. Your favorite superfood is ready to eat, and you didn't even have to get super annoyed.
13. A super-speedy wine stain remover so you can quickly undo your roommate's sloshing all over your pristine white couch and carpet, without losing your ~temper-nillo~.
14. A five-piece set of rose gold makeup brushes with super soft, densely packed synthetic hair for seamless application and blending. Plus, they'll look gorgeous displayed on your vanity.
15. A set of nonstick bags that'll basically transform your toaster into a frying pan. That's right, they're perfect for whipping up an ooey gooey grilled cheese when you can't really manage the whole stove thing.
16. A body brush you can use dry or wet with a mix of soft, sturdy bristles and massaging nodules to banish dry and dead skin cells, help increase circulation, and make your skin G L O W.
17. A set of tab divider sticky notes so you can make notes *on top* of your notes or those EXPENSIVE textbooks and find them easily, rather than scrambling at the last minute and looking through all 27 notebooks scattered around your room.
18. An electric fabric defuzzer, because hand-picking all the pills off your favorite sweater is not a cute look. This under-$15 tool will bring it back to its former glory!
19. An easy-to-use jewelry cleaning brush for polishing up your new-ish or decades-old precious stones. AKA spend less than $7 now and make your diamond look like it cost twice as much.
20. A tube of Glossier's Boy Brow eyebrow gel to make thickening, filling in, and grooming your brows easier than ever — the tinted gel formula and mascara-like wand do it all with just one swipe!
21. A pack of waterproof blister bandages so you can break in any shoes without stress. They thick enough to protect and prevent blisters (like moleskin), but also made of hydrocolloid to treat any existing blisters while you wear 'em.
22. Versed's Just Breathe clarifying serum, which works to de-congest pores, control excess sebum production, and reduce inflammation (thanks, niacinamide, zinc, and willow bark extract!). Pro tip: apply to your skin while still damp for better absorption.
23. A Yeti lowball tumbler to stylishly keep your hot drinks hot and your cold drinks cold (no more diluted ice water whiskey) for way longer while hanging in your backyard.
24. A bottle of spray adhesive for all your crafting needs or your kids' art projects (looking at you, poster board that has to be bought at 9 p.m. the night before it's due). One quick spray is all you need for effortless securing — you can even reposition before it's dry.
25. A Vivienne Sabó mascara reviewers swear by to majorly lengthen and thicken their lashes. When someone asks you what mascara you use, you can just say "Oh, it's French."
26. A pack of peppermint and eucalyptus oil shower steamers to help open up your sinuses (those spring allergies...amirite?!) and make your shower feel like a spa. Relaxation isn't just for bath-takers, you know.
27. A stainless-steel, dishwasher-safe ice cream scoop with a ~chiseled edge~ and ergonomic grip to make dishing up a sundae feel less like arm day at the gym.
28. A suede and nubuck brush to freshen up your favorite kicks from last year. It has *four* different surfaces for different cleaning needs so you can tackle any stain.
29. A bottle of Ecoslay's Orange Marmalade, a curl definer *handmade* in one of the founders' kitchens, so it may take a while to arrive, but the results will be worth it.
30. A to-do list notepad for keeping track of your most important tasks, meetings, and habits and check them off in the most satisfying way.
31. CeraVe's moisturizing cream to keep your skin from ~flaking~ on you, helping restore your skin's barrier to lock in moisture *without* ever turning greasy or oily.
32. A storage lid organizer you'll wish you bought years and years (and years) ago. It'll end the nightmare of trying to figure out which lid belongs to which container (or losing a lid...sigh) and put a stop to the cascade of containers that rains on your head when trying to find the right size. Virgos, rejoice!
33. A pair of moisturizing socks with a gel lining made of shea butter, aloe vera, and vitamin E to hydrate cracked and dry winter feet — and the individual toes ensure every inch gets the full spa treatment.
34. A draft stopper you can easily install (just peel and stick!) on your door to keep your home the temperature you *want* to to be, whether you're keeping the AC in during the summer or the cold out during the winter.
35. Slip-on knit sneaks that'll let you be ~flexible~ enough to stay comfy *and* stylish at the same time. Miracles happen, once in a while.
36. A couple of extra large wool dryer balls (available scented or unscented) that'll ensure your laundry dries quicker and gets softer than ever, no matter how old your dryer is. Those towels that take FOR-E-VER (The Sandlot voice) to dry? No more.
37. A spiral-bound password notebook with plenty of lines for each website for when you've added exclamation points and numbers since last time you logged in... but where?
38. A dishwasher cleaner and disinfectant to remove limescale, rust, grease, and other nasty buildup so your machine runs more efficiently than ever — while you just sit back and relax.
