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Nothing lasts forever...except for the joy a bidet will bring you.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. I have fine, curly, 3b hair. I use my fingers to comb a tiny amount of this product into my hair after showering or rinsing my hair in the sink (on non-wash days) — and it keeps my curls glossy, bouncy, and full. I AM AMAZED by how well this product works. After using the product and sleeping on my curls, I will wake up with fully intact curls. I was skeptical yet this product turned out to be one of my favorites. The scent is really sweet, but it isn’t too overpowering. My boyfriend compliments the way it smells." —Lisa Decker
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
Partake is a Black woman–owned small business started by Denise Woodard, a mom whose daughter suffered from severe food allergies as a young child. Frustrated that there weren't a lot of snack options for her daughter, Denise took matters into her own hands and quit her corporate job to launch Partake.
This variety pack comes with one box of each flavor: Crunchy Chocolate Chip, Carrot Cake, Double Chocolate Chip, Gingersnap, Birthday Cake, plus Soft-Baked Cookie Butter, Double Chocolate, and Chocolate Chip.
Promising review: "I thoroughly enjoyed these cookies. I was skeptical at first because I couldn't understand how you could make cookies without all those ingredients. After watching the entrepreneur video I went to the website and said, I'll just support a Black business, being a Black man myself. To my surprise these are the best cookies I've ever had. I'll be ordering more because my wife and I are constantly fighting over them. I wish you much success I'll be partaking on the regular. Pun intended." —Duane D.
Get it from Partake for $39.99.
Promising review: "I was gifted this and LOVED it! This is something truly SPECIAL and MEANINGFUL that I would purchase as a gift for any occasion. Not only was the whole experience freakin FUN and memorable; we really enjoyed reading the introduction to The Adventure Challenge! It made my boyfriend and I realize A LOT about life! From the packaging to the intricate details of the product...this is something you won't regret purchasing. Love what this company represents and was honored to be a part of the experience! Keep up the great work!" —Monique S.
Get it from The Adventure Challenge for $147.99 (also available for families!).
Promising review: "I have only used the two original pens that I purchased and can already see an improvement. I am older than 60 and drink coffee daily and red wine weekly." —vicki houska
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
Promising review: "This game is such a breath of fresh air after what was a very very disappointing series of Mario Party games. If you grew up playing the N64 and GameCube versions of the games, you will be glad to know that this is a true return to form. It does have some pretty minuscule differences like where banks appear on the boards for example. Otherwise it's 100 mini games and five boards of friendship-ruining goodness and each and every single one is lovingly redone and updated with modern graphics. Even the online is extremely well thought out. You read that right! Nintendo did online correctly! You can easily play online with friends or you can matchmake with complete strangers. This game is truly welcome and resets the Mario Party franchise in a fantastic back-to-form way." —Super Nintendo Chalmers
Get the digital Nintendo Switch code from Amazon for $59.99.
Shyla Smith — a mother of two boys, a full-time attorney, and the founder of Muslin Comfort — set about to create the perfect muslin blanket for adults after struggling to find one on the market.
Promising review: "We are so happy with the 365 Blanket we bought! The gray color is soothing; the soft feel is perfect as we glide into sleep each evening; the weight is perfect — an all-season addition to our bedroom! The length is longer than we expected. This is not necessarily a bad thing. We are so used to blankets that aren't long enough, so it is just something we are getting used to. Amazing purchase — thank you so much!" —Amy A.
Get it from Muslin Comfort for $149.99+ with promo code BUZZ25 (valid through EOY) at checkout (available in four sizes and seven colors).
Promising review: "I used this product for my stove because if there's one thing I dislike it's cleaning. I have used multiple degreaser sprays and they all are so toxic and don't work for me. But this product, oh my goodness; legit a miracle. It doesn't have any type of smell. I put the paste on a cloth, clean the area, then wipe it off with a damp cloth and voilà — magic!" —May
Get it from Amazon for $8.85.
Promising review: "I love this stuff! I received some for a gift and then purchased it for my daughter from Amazon. It feels like a clay mask going on, and then starts bubbling and turns to a thinner substance when it's done. I feel like it is very gentle on my face. My skin feels amazing after I wash it off. It feels like I used moisturizer, even though I did not. I hear that these masks are very popular in Japan." —L. Shea
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
Promising review: "This is a really cute thing! I use mine to hold the remotes I have for my RGB lights, as well as my Apple Watch and AirPods so I don't lose them on my nightstand. :)" —Silverstream
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $16.95.
Childhood friends Alison Matz and Linda Sawyer started Skura Style (Skura is Swedish for "scour" or "scrub"), a small business that reimagines your regular old sponge.
Promising review: "This is my second go-around with this product and both times I have been very satisfied. I will continue to purchase because they are that good." —Terry G. Moore, Sr.
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
Promising review: "I never write reviews but this one deserves it. My dog was compulsively licking herself and losing her hair. I had tried multiple other brands before Zesty Paws and none of them helped at all. Took her to the vet and after several hundred dollars of testing they had no idea what it could be. They didn't feel allergies could be THAT bad in a dog but all bloodwork and testing came back perfect. They told me to just keep watching her and hoped as the seasons changed so would the problem if it actually was allergies. Three seasons later and nothing had changed, it was actually getting worse. Finally tried these and WOW! She's been on these for a month and her hair is coming back and she isn't licking herself at all now. The first product to actually help! As others have said it does take a few weeks for a change to be noticeable, but when that change happens you won't be disappointed. Would definitely recommend when all else has failed!! Will be keeping her on these long term." —hgb
Get them from Amazon for $26.97+ (available in three styles).
Promising review: "Honestly, I was skeptical but bought this product because I’m obsessed with figs. I love it; it really melts all the crustiness away and leaves you with soft lips." —Mercedes
Get it from Glossier for $12 (available in nine shades).
Check out my colleague's Balm Dotcom review for more deets!
Promising review: "I don’t think there’s anything more disgusting than tonsil stones! Let’s face it, they irritate the back of your throat, and they STINK! I cannot begin to tell you the number of objects I’ve put in my mouth to try to get these things out over the years, often holding a flashlight in one hand, the aforementioned object in the other, and straining to get a good view in the mirror. The smooth rounded semi-soft tip allows for quick and easy extrication of the stones with minimal discomfort, and the powerful light makes visualization a snap! If I could give it 10 stars I would have!" —Lee Oliver
Get it from Amazon for $10.98.
Promising reviews: "I was hesitant to spend $9 on it but Amazon had the cheapest so I got it and it has gotten the tangles out of my daughter's hair that nothing else would, and I use it about once a week for myself as well. I recommend it for anyone with tangle-prone or damaged hair." —Betsy H
"I am 66 years old. I have fine thinning hair. Followed instructions. Blew-dry my hair. How awesome was it?. My hair now feels regular in thickness and holds a curl and actually has body. I wish for a lifetime supply. Will use this from now on." —Mortimer Brewster
Get it from Amazon for $8.97.
Promising review: "I'm very happy with these warm pants. My house is very cold in the winter, and I am very cold in the winter. A few reviewers commented that the fit is weird. It is not. These are sweatpants, and with a thick lining; what did you expect? They are very comfortable and warm. They are stiffer than regular sweatpants because of the lining. But they are sweatpants — meaning they were never meant to make you look like a fashion queen. Just imagine curling up on the sofa with hot chocolate and a friendly cat during polar vortex in your fleece lined pants. Nice and cozy!" —Angela Thompson
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and five colors).
Promising review: "AWESOME ITEM. My 11- and 12-year-old have played with this NONSTOP. The movies they create are so cool. Adult help is required at first but once they get the hang of it, watch out because you'll find numerous story lines and little Lego scenes set up around your house. Whoever came up with this item is a genius. I'd even go as far as saying it's the best toy I have ever purchased for any of my five kids. Worth every penny." —Brandy Lynn
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
Promising review: "These little things pack one hell of a punch! Apple’s new noise cancellation and transparency modes lay the groundwork for a new generation of wireless headphones. Yes others may have used similar technology before, but Apple’s simplistic UI made for the AirPods Pro make the experience so much better than what other companies offer. Coming from the first generation AirPods, the experience is like night and day. Even though the AirPods themselves are heavier, they feel lighter in the ears and much more comfortable. The audio quality is so good, and this quality is only amplified by Apple’s new spatial audio. I definitely recommend these." —Diane G
Get them from Amazon for $179.
For The Love of Pixie Dust is a woman-owned small business.
Get it from For The Love Of Pixie Dust for $28 (available in 20 patterns and 12 font colors).
Promising review: "My dog Hazel LOVES this duck! She has had it for nine months now, and it’s still intact! It somehow made it through her teething as a puppy. She rips and tears apart all of her toys, but this one still looks decent!" —Emily Ann
Get it from Amazon for $4.23.
Check out my colleague's Multipet yellow duck toy review for more deets and some adorable photos of her pup and his quacker.
My Bookmark is a small business based in Kiev, Ukraine. Their handmade bookmarks bring to life famous movie and book characters through hand-painted polymer clay creations.
Promising review: "If you know someone who likes The Wizard of Oz then they will LOVE this bookmark. The legs stick out of the book just like the Wicked Witch when the house fell on her. Whenever I pick up the book that I am currently reading and using this bookmark, it makes me smile!" —booklover343
Get it from My Bookmark on Amazon Handmade for $27.89.
Check out my colleague's AeroGarden review for more deets!
Promising review: "I purchased this as a Christmas gift for my boyfriend's sister-in-law who lamented not having a green thumb. I was somewhat apprehensive, having read a few reviews that mentioned pods not spouting. However, in the two months that the sis-in-law has had the AeroGarden, the growth has been tremendous. I'm constantly in awe when she sends me pics of the new growth. Only one pod failed to sprout, but she reached out to customer service, and they are sending a replacement for that particular pod. All the others have grown quite large, and last night I received a picture of their dinner using herbs grown with the AeroGarden. Impressive!" —Mary A. Walls
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three colors and three styles).
Promising review: "Loved this dress. I wore it for my 28th birthday party. It stood up great to dancing, and I didn’t get hot or cold, which is always a plus. And I fell asleep in it but didn’t feel like a sausage the next day." —Jessica R.
Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in sizes XS–XL and eight colors).
Promising review: "I currently have two bidets and what a game changer they are. First off, it really makes the toilet feel complete. I can't believe I've survived for so long without one. As strange as it sounds, l no longer look to doing my business as a chore. It used to be a whole ritual to clean myself, especially with water, and toilet paper would often make me feel irritated on my bottom as well as later since I'd have remnants still lingering. I look to the bathroom as an opportunity to cleanse myself thoroughly and feel refreshed. Furthermore, this bidet seems to have an angle and jet action that feels as if it is a power wash for your patoot. Of course, a gentle one. It's strong enough in my situation to serve as an enema to make sure I purge myself of all uncleanliness. It was easy to install too. Just get yourself some small wrenches if your toilet is too close to obstacles like a wall or sink. Other than that, it's totally worth the buy. I will be looking to buy a full-fledged toilet from this company in the future." —SSJLight
Get it from Bio Bidet for $59 (available in two colors).
Cursed 3D Print Store is a small business run by Mark Watts, who dreams up total nightmare fuel.
Promising review: "Absolutely horrifying. I love it. 👍" —fourk
Get it from Cursed 3D Print Store on Etsy for $12.89.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.