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1. The Ultimate Reading Challenge, a book of 25 challenges (and rewards!) that'll encourage your inner bibliophile to explore new cultures, embrace diversity, and invigorate your creativity. It's time to finally get through the "To Read" pile that grows taller by the day.
Promising review: "I was so excited to get this. The book is very big, which I like. It is also super colorful. When I open it, it's filled with all of these pockets with the challenges written on them and the rewards inside. I am a big reader, and this is a fun journey. I shared this with a friend of mine, and she was very interested in it and wanted to get it for her daughter. Some of the challenges may need to be adjusted for ages, but you can easily just change the challenge. This is hard-covered. Beautiful setup. This is going to be very fun and makes a great gift for yourself or for anyone else. And I'm really excited to see what the rewards are as I complete the challenges!" —GG
Price: $24.81
2. A pack of UV stickers so you know when it's time to slather on some more sunscreen. That's right — these color-changing stickers will alert you when your sunscreen has worn off. They're ultra thin and will survive sweat, water, dirt, and more.
Promising review: "I am in LOVE with the concept of these. I cannot tell you how many times I asked myself the question, 'Should I put on more sunscreen?' when it's too late and I'm as red as a lobster. Big fan of the packaging and portability. A really ingenious idea. Here is to a happier, healthier future ahead!" —CopperStad
Price: $35.99 for 48 stickers
3. A WD-40 pen (A pen! Genius!) to enjoy the squeak-quieting, hinge-lubricating, rust-preventing powers that you know and love from traditional WD-40 but in an easy-to-maneuver precise pen tip.
Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." —BBP623
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
4. Some Sock Ons if you're tired of the little one wriggling out of their socks. These stretchy sleeves sit over their sock, preventing them from kicking or tugging off their socks, thus saving you the annoyance of coming home from the park only to notice baby has one (or even two!) fewer socks than when you left this morning.
These are designed for ages 6–12 months.
Promising review: "These things are GREAT! I normally wouldn't spend money on something that seemed kind of silly like this, but my sister-in-law gave me a box of baby stuff when I had my second kid, and there were two pairs of Sock Ons in there, and I had no idea what they were, but let me tell you...they are HANDY to have! So much so that I got on Amazon and bought a pink pair for my daughter. They keep the socks from falling off nonstop. Without these, her socks will fall off like...100 times a day, and with these, they only come off maybe once or twice if she is kicking a lot. It is cold here right now, so I love that they keep her socks on and keep her feet warmer. These would be a good purchase by a parent and a GREAT purchase for a gift because it's something a lot of people won't buy themselves unless they know that they work! The ONLY downfall is that they cover up part of the sock design...which some of the little baby socks are cute...but it's worth it!" —zoey1012
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
5. An SPF 30 scalp sunscreen mist for protecting your precious noggin without feeling greasy. It's water-resistant for 80 minutes, which is perfect if you're going to the beach or for a long run outside.
Promising review: "I have two girls, and we spend a lot of time outside in the summers. I work as a nurse and have seen scalp skin cancer, and I definitely wanted to protect myself and my girls. We usually use the regular spray, but it leaves the hair greasy or stiff. This has a great scent, and a little goes a long way! I was worried about the small size, but it lasted us all summer. Also leaves no residue." —Elizabeth Young
Price: $19.60
6. A plant-based milk maker because the only thing separating you from a glass of fresh, home-made almond milk is 15 minutes. If you've ever made nut milk at home before you know it's a lot of work; there's overnight soaking, blending, straining, nut bags, leftover pulp, and a lot of cleanup. But this magical machine does all the work for you with the push of a button — and then it cleans itself up.
It comes with six milk presets: almond, soy, cashew, oat, macadamia, and coconut. You can also use spelt,* quinoa, sesame, walnuts, pistachios, hazelnuts, and hemp. Add in flavors like vanilla or chocolate if you'd like and you're all set!
Promising review: " I just received this product today and used it once to make soy milk. I must say it is super easy to use. I ran the self-cleaning a couple of times first before I actually put soybeans in it to make the milk. Simply load the beans/rice or whatever you want to make, press the button, and the machine takes over. It will even auto clean it when done brewing. No, the milk is not as 'smooth' as the store-bought since the pulp is actually ground super fine and added into the milk during brewing instead of being strained out. I personally like it like because it tastes nice and rich and is not wasteful. Can’t wait to try making other ones with the recipe booklet enclosed. Nothing beats fresh brewed rather than in cartons. It is not huge so it doesn’t take up a lot of counter space." —Mike Weitzel
Price: $269.95
7. A multi-use K-beauty lip and cheek tint that'll help you create looks on the go. Its a blendable, buildable, highly pigmented formula made with shea butter so it's never drying.
Promising review: "This is the perfect product. In the past, I've always felt like blush was so powdery that it would build up and make my face too matte. My face is naturally dry, so I didn't want matte. I've received so many compliments on this blush because you can blend it into your foundation or concealer however much you'd like." —Hannah P.
Price: $9+ (available in five shades)
8. And a mascara remover you apply just like mascara to lift even the most stubborn waterproof formulas with ease.
This stuff is MAGICAL. I have stick-straight Asian lashes that refuse to hold a curl with wetter mascara formulas. As a result, I have to use waterproof mascara, which is a total pain to remove at night. Instead of rubbing my eyes raw with makeup removers that burn, I apply this like mascara, let it sit for a few minutes, and my waterproof mascara MELTS. Then I go in with a micellar water–soaked cotton pad, and my mascara is gone in 1–2 passes.
Promising review: "I was skeptical because I have always struggled with removing waterproof mascara 100% on the first wash/wipe. I applied it to both my lashes and then immediately washed my face with my normal cleanser, and I felt nothing on my lashes! Like I never applied anything to them. I am amazed and in shock still from this magical formula and invention! Best creation ever!" —Chrisy
Price: $10.99
9. A 2-in-1 garlic press if you're the type of person who's going to add three cloves (minimum!) when the recipe calls for two. This press slices *and* minces so you don't need two separate gadgets.
Promising review: "I have carpal tunnel so I like to minimize straining my muscles. I also have pretty small hands. This garlic press is really comfortable to use, albeit a little bit annoying to clean. I recently tried using a friend's garlic press and the amount of force I needed to use really hurt my hands and wrists. If you've been avoiding getting a garlic press because you fear you lack wrist strength, this is the product for you. I'm never mincing or slicing garlic again." —Jamie Sarmiento
Price: $11.99
10. A ceiling fan carbon filter for grabbing dust, pollen, smoke, dander, and other allergens as the fan spins. It sticks to the fan blade and is unnoticeable — but you may notice the difference in the air!
Promising review: "I wasn't sure what to expect when purchasing these, but now they are a staple in every room of our house. Within three days the air smelled more crisp and was easier to breathe in our home. So simple and effective!" —Haylee Marez
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
11. A wig dryer stand because waiting hours (or even days) for your freshly washed wig to dry is not the move. Instead of hanging your wet wig on the bathroom door handle, place it over the mannequin head, insert the dryer, and let the ventilation holes dry the hair faster than you thought possible.
Note that you should not use heat settings on your dryer while using this wig stand. Also, please don't leave the wig stand unattended for too long if the hair dryer is plugged in and running!
Promising review: "10/10. I can't see myself drying my wigs any other way moving forward. What took 2–3 days for my wigs to air dry now takes minutes. I more than likely won't use it for styling, but that option is available." —Stacy
Price: $29.99
12. A pack of towel clips that'll prevent kids and pets from pulling down the towel. Or, maybe you have neither of those things, yet your hand and kitchen towels always end up on the ground.
13. A swimsuit with a built-in skirt so cute you'll "accidentally" lose your sun-bleached, super stretched-out one-piece. Oops! The straps are adjustable, and the padding is removable. And reviewers say the skirt is long enough to cover your butt if that's something you're looking for.
Promising review: "I needed a swimsuit I could chase my two kids around in without worrying about exposure. Everything I’ve seen or tried so far has been more something my grandma would wear or just not really me. This is perfect! It’s adorable and totally my vibe! I can wear it without a cover-up because of the skirt (which actually covers everything I want covered!!). It is supportive and sucks you in, but super comfy! I feel like I can almost get away with wearing this around our little beach town as a dress. Going to buy more colors." —K&G
Price: $38.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XXL, 18 Plus–22 Plus, and 35 colors/styles)
14. A pack of edible chocolate candles to top off birthday cakes and probably freak out a few folks when you bite into the candle post blowout. Just make sure you remove the wick before you take a bite.
Promising review: "Got this for my son's birthday. He and the other kids love it. They were so surprised when I asked, 'Who wants to eat a candle?' But after I took a bite, everyone wanted to eat it, too. There was more interest in eating candles than the cake. This chocolate candle is a must for any kid's birthday." —Amazon Customer
Price: $16.95 for a three-pack (available in nine styles and in larger packs)
15. A useful waterproof baby carrier if you'd appreciate having your hands free when you take your little one in the pool. It's made of a fast-drying neoprene material (think surf suits) and has soft, padded straps.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this product. I used it when my son was only about 6 to 9 months old, and I still use it now as he is 15 months old. I just love this product. It is so easy to use the babies. Love it as they get to be in the water as well; this product also dries very quickly. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to be in the water with their children. An added benefit is that you are hands-free!" —H&M Miller
Price: $89.99 (available in six colors)
16. HairyGrabster, a hilariously named thingamabob (from Shark Tank!) for anyone who slaps their hair on the shower walls, much to the dismay of your roommate or partner. There are suction cups on the back so it hangs right in the shower with ya, and is covered in hair-hungry soft bristles that latch on to shed strands so they don't clog your drain.
Promising review: "I saw this product on Shark Tank and was annoyed that the sharks (nearly all men, and one woman who’s worn her hair short for years) had such a strong negative reaction to the HairyGrabster. As soon as I saw it, I was like YES, I NEED THAT! Especially since my husband decided to grow his hair long as an outcome of the pandemic. We need this silicone thing to keep our drains clear. He had no idea you lose that much hair when you wear it long, but that’s because I’ve been the one picking his hair out of the drain lately! I tested it out in the shower tonight, and the HairyGrabster lives up to its name! See my attached photo. The mass of hair is gross, but less gross than yanking it out of the shower drain along with other nasty stuff. $10 each is kind of expensive, so I bought a two-pack to defray the cost. I never knew I needed this item, but now I can’t think of a better solution, aside from cutting my hair shorter to minimize hair loss. I will be buying more to give as gifts to my other long-haired friends. The HairyGrabster suctions to the shower door really well. You just need to wet the back beforehand!" —Holly TJ
Price: $11.95+ (available in three colors and in a two-pack)
17. A sun milk with SPF 50+ because it's like a sunscreen and primer in one. It boasts a double-layer UV-blocking system that lasts through sweat and water, while creating a silky-smooth base for makeup. And it corrects skin tone so you can just skip the makeup entirely.
In the progression photos above, you can see a reviewer before applying the sun milk, after applying the sun milk, and then the sun milk under makeup.
Promising review: "I have dark oily skin and purchased this product after reading recommendations. There is no white cast; you can barely see it upon application unless you use too much. You definitely do not need a lot, it spreads thin. When it dries, any color is gone. It also helps slow down my face getting all greasy as the day goes on, which I love. My skin is very very oily but I can still apply this after my moisturizer and feel totally comfortable. I'm not a fan of scents, and the scent on this is extremely mild." —Ms. Renee
Price: $19
18. A castle-building book that'll provide detailed instructions for crafting pyramids, rockets, airplanes, trains, ships, and a dozen other hideouts for your kitty. Any pet owner knows cats will care more about the box in which their treats are delivered rather than the treats themselves...so forget about the damn treats. Upgrade their cardboard studio into a freaking submarine!
Promising review: "At last, a way to reuse and recycle those Amazon boxes! Cute cat houses, ingeniously designed. Pays for itself with your first build." —Leslie Ellis
Price: $13.82
19. The ultimate car tray, which has rubber no-slip legs, so you can efficiently make use of the empty passenger seat next to you. It's a level surface for pizza boxes, random office supplies, your lunch, and anything you don't want to balance on your lap precariously or that would slide off the seat (esp. if you slam on the breaks). And! There's a built-in strap to tie things down for added security.
20. A makeup brush cover to protect your brushes wherever you take 'em. These covers are great for traveling and will prevent the bristles from getting deformed when they're crammed in a makeup bag. Plus they're equally great if you're the type of person who throws their brushes in their everyday bags for touchups on the go since the silicone cover prevents leftover makeup from staining the inside of your purse.
Promising review: "I bought this product because I needed something to protect my makeup brushes when I throw them in my purse when I go out. The type of brushes I use to apply foundation are not retractable, so they just collect a ton of germs if just thrown into your purse. I searched Amazon and found this amazing product! It's super affordable, came in a pack of two, and is so convenient! I would definitely recommend these to anyone who uses makeup brushes and takes them on the go." —Amazon Customer
Price: $12.49 for two (available in four color combinations and two sizes)
21. A pair of heeled sandals with a horse-bit detail if you want an expensive-looking shoe without the Gucci price tag.
Promising review: "These shoes are really pretty and far beyond expectations. Did not expect them to be comfortable, and then when I say comfortable, I mean noticeably comfortable. Fantastic purchase." —Courtenay Beyer
Get them from Amazon for $47.98+ (available in women's sizes 5–11 and 11 colors).
22. A vacuum LED light for showing you all the pet hairs, spilled kibble, human crumbs, kitty litter crystals, and dust bunnies that you probably didn't even notice were lurking on your "clean" floors.
23. An ant-proof pet food tray because the neighborhood strays have adopted you — congrats! — but you're having a hard time keeping their food bowl free of pests. Inside is a maze that ants will crawl into (instead of into the food bowl)...and then crawl out the other side. Genius!
Promising review: "This is the second type of ants-proof bowl I used because the first one didn't work. This impressive. I bought it for my stray cat that I feed and the ants were getting inside the bowl. I am surprised by how well this product works; there are no ants inside the food, and it's very solid and sturdy. The bowl doesn't move while the cat is eating. Wonderful product." —Heras marine
Price: $19.98 (available in two colors)
24. A hair band cutter that'll make untying your little one's hair feel less like an impossible task. Instead of fighting to 1) grip those stupid tiny elastics and then, 2) get your finger underneath one to untie it, reach for your Pony Pick. It has a special hook that slides under the elastic and a built-in blade to slice through the hair tie easily.
Because there's a blade in the tool, you may want to keep this out of the hands of your little ones. Some reviewers have accidentally cut hair as well as the hair tie so be sure you're lifting the elastic away from the head before you cut!
Promising review: "I absolutely love these. They have been the only way to remove tiny hair ties without pain. They are easy to use, and the design lets you pull the hair tie without catching hair on the blade. I use the little clear hair ties with both of my kids multiple times a week, so it has made a huge difference." —Lauren Givens
Price: $11.99 for a three-pack (available in three colors)
25. A pair of specially designed Wrist Buddy contoured yoga blocks so you can hold a pose or plank with less pressure on your wrist, which may cause less pain and allow you to grip the block better.
Promising review: "I typically have pretty bad pain in my right wrist. So, when I wanted to start yoga again, I did not want to aggravate it. These blocks have helped tremendously. I can now do poses like downward dog with no wrist pain at all!" —Cris
Get them from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four colors).
26. A mystery box of cat hats to outfit your furry friend. How could you not enjoy a watermelon cap for your fluff ball?
Promising review: "This is by far the cutest idea! I love that this is a mystery box and what you get is completely random. I think this was a melon type of hat and it fit puurfectly! My cat is rather small but the hat has a good stretch to it and seems decently made as well. If you're thinking about purchasing this just do it, you won't regret it!" —Daniel Pollack
Price: $7.99
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