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Apparently spending your hard-earned money on useful things can actually be, get this, satisfying.
I cook with a shocking amount of garlic and I always hated dealing with my old garlic press. This one-piece solution is SO much better than the old-school tool! You simply place your peeled garlic under and rock at an angle; it minces just the same. This also comes with a (TBH very cute) scraper *and* a silicone sleeve that'll help you peel your cloves in an instant.
Promising review: "I like garlic very much, so I use this garlic press every day. It works very well, is easy to use, and easy to clean. Compared with the garlic press I used before, this is more labor-saving and comfortable." —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two colors).
Marley's Monsters is an eco-friendly essentials shop in Eugene Oregon. Owner Sarah Dooley has products ranging from reusable "paper" towels to coffee filters to bowl covers...and that's just a handful of the kitchen products! There are also finds for bath and body, babies, and the home.
Promising review: "I LOVE this sponge. I love that it's reusable and it does a better job of cleaning pots and pans than a disposable sponge." —Kristina Babinski
Get it from Marley's Monsters for $12+ (available in four colors).
I love having this tool in my home! I jumped on the 2020 plant trend fast and have filled my home with tons of botanicals (that all have different watering schedules). The meter tells you if a plant is being overwatered or under-watered right down to the root, which is very necessary for a plant parent (who used to be a plant murderer) like myself.
Promising review: "This item is great. I can check how wet my plants are down where the roots are. So no more overwatering! It is very accurate. This works great!!" —Terri Carlson
Get it from Amazon for $10.97 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "This REALLY works! Be ready to fall asleep once you spray your pillows and sheets! It smells great!" —HappySleeper
Get it on sale from Anthropologie for $23.20 (originally $29).
This stainless-steel cleaning spray also comes with a handy dandy microfiber cloth.
Promising review: "The stainless steel appliances in our rental were so stained and smudged. Regular cleaners didn't work. I saw this product recommended on TikTok and immediately looked it up on Amazon. The reviews were good and the price was right, but what won me over was the plant-based ingredient list and lavender scent. I used this the day it arrived in the mail and it worked like a charm! It's an easy to use spray with a microfiber cloth included. So now my stainless steel appliances look shiny and my kitchen smells amazing! Highly recommend." —Diana
Get it from Amazon for $16.95.
Artist Kim Hau hand makes these stunning pieces in Denver, Colorado. There are several individual pieces available (and I want all of them, it's a bother) and the custom soap dishes are a best seller on Etsy!
Promising review: "I love this soap dish! I bought some handmade soap at a farmers market and wanted a soap dish for it. This one caught my eye because of the sensible drain, the minimalist design, and the matte black glaze." —Linda BInder
Get it from Kim Hau Ceramics on Etsy for $40 (available in four colors).
Promising review: "I don't like night lights because they take up the wall outlet, so this was the perfect solution. I put it in the guest bath and at night with the bathroom door open this provides just enough light to guide a person to the bathroom without blinding them. I ended up putting two on my hallway switches as well. What a great product." —LMK
Get it from Amazon for $20.48.
This set includes 18 jars and 40 different labels (to make sure the spices you have on hand are covered). BTW, these *gorgeous* products are made by a family-run company in Atlanta.
Promising review: "These are absolutely gorgeous. They have a modern and sleek design. So pretty!!!!" —nancy1474
Get it from The Muted Home on Etsy for $134.99.
Promising review: "I am loving my Tushy! It is powerful and so easy to install! Not gonna lie, I wish my sink was on the same wall so I could do the warm water option but it is super effective and definitely wakes you up! I believe this is the best way to keep things happily clean and, coupled with my Squatty Potty, I think this is going to be the year of the happy BM!" —Natalie D.
Get it on sale from Tushy for $99 (originally $129; available in nine colors) or from Amazon for $99+ (available in two colors and in bundles).
This even has two USB ports. Bless.
Promising review: "It's a great plug that really allows me more flexibility than most other surge protection plugs I have found. It charges my iPad and my Android phone both at the same time just fine. Plus, the ability to move the plugs into a lateral position is pretty darn cool too. It keeps my dresser flatter against the wall." —David Garcia
Get it from Amazon for $18.93.
This is intended to be filled loosely and works best with only one or two products. Zip your delicates into this and add it to the wash on the gentle cycle. Voila! Clean clothes that weren't ruined in the wash!
Promising review: "I love this product and will order more in the future." —Jeffrey C.
Get it from Tani USA for $15.
This spiffy small biz is based in Sydney, Australia. I found them while on a tireless search for a good looking market cart. I'm telling you, this is the best of the best! The fact that their darling products are also responsibly sourced and made with recycled materials is icing on the cake. Head over to Wandering Sol's website for more info on all these gorgeous goods!
Get it from Wandering Sol on Etsy for $180.
Promising review: "I bought this cart because I want to walk more and grocery trips will require help. This cart was inexpensive so I was afraid it might be super cheap. It got here quickly and was very easy to assemble. It folds up nicely and is pretty light. The wheels don't swivel so when I am walking home with groceries I will be careful not to drag it sideways. It is sturdy enough for what I need it for but if you are wanting seriously sturdy you need to drop over 50 bucks on it." —Bonnie Hunt
Get it from Amazon for $61.67.
This is one of the best office chairs around (gamers know what's up!). It's breathable, the cooling feature is amaaazing, and it works surprisingly well in small spaces (peep my photo on the right to see how well it fits in a tiny BK bedroom/home office). The chair is fully adjustable and gives great back and neck support. Whether you're a gamer or simply sitting for work all day, this splurge is a real treat!
Get it on sale from Mavix for $555+ (originally $619.99; available in three styles).
Promising review: "This little bar of 'soap' does exactly what it is intended to do. Do you have a sponge or rag that has that.....odor? Simply wash your hands under the sink with this little guy and suddenly, your hands smell like hands again. I've used it after handling several smelly items that have a tendency to make an odor stick with you. It's worked consistently every time." —Jeremy
Get it from Amazon for $7.93+ (available in three styles).
Promising review: "My husband bought this printer for work. He works from home, so I've been able to use it frequently as well and so far I'm loving it. I love the borderless printing option, it really does print all the way to the edge of the paper with excellent quality. The ink is super easy to load, and will save us a bundle of money over the life of the printer. You get a LOT of ink! The scanner is so good! We were both impressed with how well and clear the scanned images are. Same with the copier. I have no complaints whatsoever about this product and would absolutely recommend it without hesitation. Once you have it set up, everything is very easy to use. The printer basically walks you through everything. If you can read, you can use this printer. I've been at my parents house over 100 miles away and can print things as if I were at home where the printer is. My only regret is not buying it years ago." —Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $323+ (available in four styles).
Promising review: "This is an awesome product. Despite our refrigerator’s filter, the ice in the open bin in the freezer was developing odors. This is so much better than baking soda. I can’t believe the difference. The product itself doesn’t seem to have an odor; it just neutralizes the freezer smell so that there is no smell at all. We had even purchased a new ice bin thinking the old bin was the problem. I wish I had figured out this cheaper solution first. I hope it’s still available when it’s time to replace!" —Marell
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
Promising review: "Our new LG washer gets a stinky smell every so often so I bought these tabs. I put one in a month on the clean tub setting and it eliminates the odor. I just made a T-chart with a permanent marker on the box for the months and add an X when I put the tab in for the month. This way I don't miss a month and my washer runs great." —akkeber
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.18.
Promising review: "I foster kittens for a rescue, and no matter how often I clean the boxes, two or three times daily and general cleaning, I still have an odor in the room. I got this product out of desperation. It was a good size and weight for kitties bouncing around. I am truly shocked and enormously happy with how it works! My husband was at wits end with his sensitive nose. He goes in there now and is astonished, no smell. We are getting another for the kitchen! The room is 10×10, and I use it on the 2 setting. I also enjoy the night light. Very helpful without disturbing sick sleepy babies recovering from illness." —victoria Mohagen
Get it from Amazon for $74.96 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "This seems to work really well in our dishwasher. The dishwasher was starting to leave a white film on everything and smell bad. I started using this along with the maximum or ultimate (I can't remember which right now, and I'm too lazy to go check) all-in-one Finish detergent pods, and it's been working great and getting the dishes clean. Also, we have well water." —Carole
Get it from Amazon for $6.12.
Check out our Dash Rapid Egg Cooker review for more on why it's perfect for egg-passionate foodies.
Promising review: "It's convenient, compact, and time saving; this kitchen gadget is a game changer! Prep takes 30–45 seconds to fill the appropriate water level, poke the eggs, and place in tray. Three eggs take about seven minutes, six eggs takes about 11–12 minutes. Once these puppies are cooked and cooled off, it is a breeze peeling and prepping. I used to hate making hard-boiled eggs specifically because I'd have to peel them and lose one-quarter of the egg with the shell; thankfully none of that is the case with this device. I'm so glad I stumbled on it while browsing Amazon. I definitely recommend getting this product, you will not regret it!" —RebeccaLMK
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in seven colors).
Promising review: "This budgeting planner is the bees knees. I love how many details it has to make your budget work for you. The little cubby in the back is so perfect for cash envelopes and stickers! It’s neatly laid out and there are so many places to take notes and really break it down. And the price *chef's kiss*" —.be.bop.
Get it from Amazon for $9.97.
Promising review: "Gross yet effective. We live in the country with animals so we have lots of flies. I did not want to hang a fly trap but caved when I saw this. I feel it’s not as noticeable as others and is easy to hide and works very well. Easy to hang and does not leave a sticky residue when removed." —Tina
Get a pack of 12 pieces from Amazon for $7.99.
Drop It recommends 1-2 drops for each glass of white wine, 2-3 for a glass of red, and 7-9 if you're treating the whole bottle at once. Once it's in the glass, swirl lightly for 20 seconds, and you'll be g2g!
Promising review: "For many years, I have been that friend who always says 'no thanks, I can't drink wine.' Even one small small glass would give me the worst migraine. So I gave up. Several weeks ago, I happened across an ad for Drop It and thought I might as well give it a shot. I took a big risk the day it arrived and had two huge glasses of red wine that I knew would give me a massive migraine the next day. It just so happened I had a midterm that next morning too — and so the stakes were high. I woke up feeling fantastic. Since then I have repeated the experiment (to make sure it wasn't a fluke) and found that no matter how much wine I drink, as long as I use the drops, I don't have a migraine the next day. I'm so pleased to have found something that makes wine drinking possible and enjoyable again! I have nothing but great things to say about the product. It's easy to use and very discreet. I visited some friends last week and we spent a few hours at a wine bar. It was easy to add my drops. I took a small taste of the wine before adding the drops and found that it did not alter the taste at all. Thanks for a great product and a great buying experience. I will be back for more." —Mackenzie
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
Check out our Glossier Invisible Shield review to learn more.
Promising review: "I've been searching for the longest time for a sunscreen that doesn't feel greasy, make me oily, or cause me to breakout. I was hesitant to purchase this because of the higher price point and small size, but it is totally worth it. This is the only sunscreen I've tried that feels nice on my skin! I use it daily and haven't experienced any breakouts or sunburn." —mckenna
Get it from Glossier for $25.
Wad-Free is a small biz that was launched during the pandemic. Cyndi, the founder, learned CAD (computer-aided design) to create the pads. And 5% of profits are donated to the American Brain Tumor Association.
Promising review: "Wow!!! You wonder if things like this really work and well, I can absolutely confirm it does! First, I was impressed that the package came with two of the devices because I was only expecting one. So there was one for the fitted sheet, and the flat sheet. Finally, I tried it out and my sheets not only did NOT wad up, they came out of the dryer feeling fresher, feeling more dry, and unwrinkled! I will be buying a set of these for each of my immediate family members and close friends! What a great gift!!!" —katy
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
This even features stores and companies — like Walmart, GrubHub, and Nike — that will give you a percentage back from what you spend, specifically so you can invest it.
Promising review: "For those new to investing, Acorns is a great app. Just answer a few questions about how you want your portfolio to look — then the app does the hard work for you, and you'll get to watch your money grow over time! You can turn on a feature called 'round up,' which allows you to round all your purchase amounts up to the nearest dollar. Then, the difference is invested for you." —kats469b4463f
Get the app from Acorns for $3/month.
Promising review: "Convenient, easy, quick way to keep the dishwasher fresh and working at peak." —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99.
Promising review: "I am loving my new safe storage for important documents. I now have a place to keep passports, my wedding license, car titles, mortgages, and wedding photos. If disaster happens I can have my mind at ease. I love that it has a fireproof zipper, a code lock design, and a strong handle that adds storage security and carrying safety." —Jenn A
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in three colors).
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.