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Because practical gifts are low-key the best gifts.
The hand vac has a 16-foot power cord and comes with two nozzles for cleaning upholstery, carpeting, and the inside of your car.
Promising review: "Holy crap! Are you skeptical when it comes to buying stuff online? ME TOO! But I have four cats and a golden retriever, so I was getting desperate! A picture is worth a thousand words — check mine out! The 'before' picture was taken of my dog's bed AFTER it went through the washer and dryer. Look at all of that left behind hair! The 'after' picture was taken after only THREE MINUTES spent vacuuming her bed. I. Am. SOLD!" —Luka Chan
Get it from Amazon for $30.99.
Just put ground coffee into the cup and run it through the Keurig like normal! The cups are BPA-free and dishwasher-safe.
Promising review: "Easy to use and brews a delicious cup of your own choice of coffee. We like a half-caffeine cup and do not like the only half-caff option widely available. With these cups we can brew to our taste. Easy to clean up as well." —M Hayden
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.45.
Stasher bags have so many uses! They are obviously great for storing and transporting food, but they can also be used to sous vide, marinate, and microwave. Also, they're dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "What's not to love about Stasher bags? They are so versatile, colorful, and easy to care for. Bonus: you are keeping plastic out of landfills! I use these for meal-prep and kids' lunchboxes. Easy to open and, again, so easy to clean. Stop browsing for environmental alternatives, and order these today!" —Drea_reviews
Get a sandwich-sized bag from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five sizes and nine colors).
I adore my Book of the Month subscription! It keeps me sharp, researching the new titles and looking forward to a new read.
What you get: Your choice of one of five titles a month with an option to skip a month and save your credit whenever you please.
Get it from Book of the Month starting at $49.99 for a three-month subscription.
The Tile Sport has a 200-foot range, rings when you need to find it, can make your phone ring even when it's on silent, and is waterproof.
Promising review: "Finally went and got this after I was done with losing my keys all the time. Being able to literally ring my keys not to mention other items has proved invaluable and has saved me a lot of time not having to look for important things like this. Highly recommend." —Dave
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
The cold brew maker is BPA-free, has a non-slip handle, fits in most fridge doors, and produces four servings of the good stuff. The coffee stays good for up to two weeks.
Promising review: "This is amazing! I bought this for a gift for my husband who drinks iced coffee all year long. He says it makes such a smooth-tasting and strong iced coffee. He gets two drinks out of each batch that he makes. It's easy to clean and can go in the dishwasher. It's durable — I know as I'm clumsy and have dropped it several times without an issue. We are considering getting a second one!" —rnnichole
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two sizes).
For a glowing review of this baby, check out "If You Drink Iced Coffee Year Round, You Need This Under-$20 Cold Brew Maker."
The moisturizer is phthalate- and paraben-, and cruelty-free.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this moisturizer! It smells great and feels so cool on the skin. I have hormonal acne and this product doesn’t aggravate it. It’s my new favorite skin care treatment." —Brandy B
Get it from Tarte for $29.25 (originally $39, enter code "MYGIFT" at checkout for 25% off).
Promising review: "It’s ridiculous how much I love these! The push part is on a spring so it stays closed when you aren’t pushing it, and of course it perfectly fits in the cup holder of our vehicles. Pro tip: a quart sized Ziploc is the perfect size to add as a liner and fold over the top to keep the inside clean!" —Chaos Coordinator
Get it from Amazon for $5.09.
Promising review: "I am delighted with this diffuser. It came quickly, was packed securely and efficiently, with easy-to-open packaging. The specs say that it runs about three hours on the continuous setting (it can also run intermittently), but when filled completely, I've found it lasts through the night. I have it set on my nightstand and it's perfect for unwinding at bedtime (or with some sinus-clearing essential oils on a headache day)." —BookBelle
Get them from Amazon: the diffuser for $15.99+ (available in four colors and finishes) and the pack of six oils for $9.99.
Get it from Amazon for $15.95 (available in eight scents).
Promising review: "I was skeptical about this little rubber strainer, but I needed something to save my drains from the piles of hair that fall out of my head. This thing is amazing! It fit into my standard drain perfectly, and I don't think a single hair slipped by it. It was pretty gross to see how much hair I lost in just one shower, but it was comforting to know it wasn't clogging my drain. Clean up is super easy, too. I just took a tissue and wiped it from top to bottom, grabbing all the hair as the soft rubber strainer released it all easily. Not a hair was caught in it." —Lawyer for Justice
Get them from Amazon: the TubShroom for $12.99 (available in six colors) and the SinkShroom for $11.99 (available in three colors).
For more on the TubShroom check out "This Mushroom-Shaped Hair Catcher Is So Gross, But Really Satisfying."
Promising review: "I've been using these for a few months now, and am impressed with their durability. I've been really working on reducing the amount of waste I produce with my lifestyle, and this has helped a lot. Much less plastic being used unnecessarily! Canvas bags are step one, and these are step two to green-ifying your grocery routine. The bags are see-through enough that grocery store checkers can tell what's in them, which is also great. The size is good too — just slightly smaller than the typical plastic produce bag." —stormymonday
Get a set of five from Amazon for $12.99.
The organizer can be trimmed to fit in your drawers!
Promising review: "Okay, admittedly, I am a bit of an organization freak. I purchased two of these organizers (yes, you do need two PER drawer) to organize my underwear drawer. I agree that $20 seems like a lot to pay for a few pieces of plastic to organize a drawer no one else really sees, but... it's totally worth it. The gratification I got from being able to see exactly what I had, neatly organized, easy to find... Wow. I definitely recommend this product. And the actual dividers are well-made and super easy to assemble. As a previous reviewer said, the number of times you will look at your drawer and be totally satisfied makes the price well worth it." —Brigette
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
I use my Porter Bowl basically every time I bring my lunch to work. The lid vacuum seals tightly, and I've never had a problem with leaks. It's both microwavable and dishwasher-safe which is obviously a huge win in my book. And it just feels nice to eat lunch out of a real piece of dishware, rather than flimsy plastic. I have the ceramic version and haven't had any problems with scratching. It's rubber coated, so it's easy to travel with and doesn't slide around. I would personally like more as gifts, please!
Get it from Amazon for $25+ (available in 10 colors in plastic and ceramic versions).
The sunscreen is vegan and cruelty-free.
Promising review: "This is hands-down the best sunscreen I have ever tried! I won’t be using anything else after trying this. It feels just like a silicone primer and is invisible on the skin — no more white cast! I tend to have oily skin and this doesn’t look or feel greasy at all. Love, love, love it." —Chelle2228
Get it from Sephora for $32.
The Instant Pot's 6-in-1 functions include: pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, sauté pan, steamer, and warmer. What a multitasker!
Promising review: "I've had this for only two weeks and I swear I haven't touched my stove or pans. So easy to use and so many functions. You can sauté meat, make hardboiled eggs, rice and beans, and steamed vegetables in a matter of minutes. The Instant Pot community is large, and there are always recipes to be shared. So simple to use and clean. I've made anything from perfectly hard boiled eggs whose shells just fall off on their own, to soups, to Mongolian beef, and spaghetti! I am so glad I jumped on the Instant Pot bandwagon and cannot wait to purchase accessories in the future to make cheesecake and other things." —yestfl
Get it from Amazon for $49+ (available in three-, six-, and eight-quart sizes).
This comes with 10 straws, a carrying case, and a cleaning brush. They're also dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "I originally started out using the stainless steel straws — but I lived in this relentless, looming anxiety that I would chip my tooth on them...to the point where I dreaded using my straws. Which defeats the point! I thoroughly enjoy that you can chew on these. 😂 Five stars all around, they come with simple baggy to take them for travel, AND a cleaner utensil. They're super low maintenance, because they give you the proper care and cleaning tools. They also donate to the OCEANA campaign effort to save the ocean!" —Amy Marquez-Vincent
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $8.95.
Promising review: "I've bought one of these for myself, my parents, and my friends. I'm not kidding. You may think I'm just some made up spam account, but I honestly have bought multiple squatty potties. Not to get too graphic, but when I'm doing my business I'll think almost nothing came out based on the amount of pushing I did. I'll turn around and the bowl is full. I've never seen so much come out of me so easily before. As long as you are also getting an appropriate amount of fiber in your diet, this will work better than sitting on the toilet normally. I almost don't want to use a toilet for number two unless there's a Squatty Potty." —Ludlum
Get it from Amazon for $24.23.
Check out a full review of the Squatty Potty in "I Tried The Squatty Potty And I Will Never Poop The Same."
Promising review: "These wine aerators are FABULOUS! I do wine demos for different wineries and I don't always have time to let a bottle of wine breathe properly before a demo starts. These greatly enhance the flavor and it makes all the difference in the world. My sales numbers increased greatly. And you can't beat the price!" —Ash Bash
Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.95.
Can confirm: This is a good gift! I would know, since it was once gifted to me. I used to travel a lot for work and this was the only bag I ever reached for. It easily fits a week of clothes/toiletries and it sooo easy to roll around the airport. 10/10.
Promising review: "I purchased this after reading ALL the Amazon reviews for carry-ons. This one always came out on top and had the best recommendations on the flight crew blogs. My husband is a pilot and we travel A LOT! This bag is great quality and just the right size. You can cram a lot of gear in it without it getting busy or too heavy. The rollers are smooth and it is easy to drag through the airport. I liked the black and added a colorful luggage strap so I don't get it mixed up with other similar bags." —Shaunna Kay
Get it from Amazon for $108.49 (available in six colors).
Promising review: "Used it on a hike recently; tried different configurations as shown, with the drinking straight out of the river, and out of a wide-mouth bottle. The flow-rate through the LifeStraw is a little reminiscent of drinking a really thick milkshake, which is understandable considering the filter basically gets everything. When I filled up my Nalgene with water from the stream, I could see the sediment start to settle; I even made sure to get some with the straw just to see. Worked like a charm. You just need to remember to blow into it afterwards to clear out the straw." —Kingston
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
Check out "Nature Lovers, Members Of The Military And Emergency Personnel All Swear By This Filtering Straw" for more rave reviews of this straw!
Get it from BuzzFeed's Goodful line, exclusively at Macy's for $19.99 (originally $28.99).
Promising review: "OMG, finally something that works! I've had tension and migraine headaches for around 20 years. I've tried everything: over-the-counter medication, prescription medication, pain injections, going to the chiropractor, etc. This topical oil has given me relief for nearly six weeks now. I've only had two or three headaches in that time and they were mild. I've already ordered more so I have some in my car and at home, and I bought some for two of my friends who suffer from chronic migraines. I would recommend this product to anyone with migraines — it's phenomenal." —Mary D.
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
Check out "Attention, Headache Sufferers: This Essential Oil Stick Will Change Your Damn Life" for more info!
Promising review: "Like most other reviewers, I am EXTREMELY PLEASED with these gloves. They are as soft as butter and warm to boot! I am so impressed with these that I'm planning on purchasing another pair for my Mother-In-Law for Christmas." —Liz G.
Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 14 colors).
The umbrella is automatic, lightweight, and has nine ribs to hold strong against the wind.
Promising review: "This is the best umbrella I have ever purchased or used. As soon as I get home or get to the office, I shut the umbrella and brush the excess water and wow — there is almost no water on the umbrella. It is also fast-drying and very sturdy. I tried it on a windy day recently, and it held up very well. Amazing product and I highly recommend it!" —Nadir Durrani
Get it from Amazon for $22.95.
The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.