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1. A waterproof shower phone holder so you don't have to reach your warm arm out of the shower and into the cold winter air to change the song playing on your shower playlist. This dual-layered anti-fog phone holder offers 360 degrees of protection because your phone is your life and should be treated as such.
Promising review: "I have ADHD and dread showers due to how boring they are, plus some sensory issues (cold and wet is not my ideal state). But now I add some entertaining videos to a playlist and boom, I'm not so miserable in the shower! The case is definitely waterproof, and the sound comes through great." —Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors).
2. A pack of six aromatherapy shower steamers for turning shower time into a nice trip to the spa this winter. Relieve a little stress with a lavender, eucalyptus, vanilla, watermelon, grapefruit, or peppermint steamer.
Promising review: “These are the best shower steamers I've ever tried. Usually they aren't strong enough or they melt too quickly to even enjoy. They are also bigger than what you can buy at the store. One lasted my entire shower and still smelled amazing even after I was done. These are the best shower steamers hands down. I would definitely buy these again.” —Krista
Get it from Amazon for $21.99.
3. A revitalizing Elizavecca hair protein treatment if dry winter winds been unkind to your hair. This will condition and repair dry and damaged hair. TBH I'm already obsessed with your hair evolution!
Promising reviews: "This winter I had super dry hair, and I'm not exaggerating when I say with one use my hair got immediately softer again. I am now a devoted fan." —ebay buyer 12345
"Not gonna lie, I was skeptical that this could help me. A few months ago I decided I could bleach my hair. I burnt it to such a crisp that I’ve literally been wearing it up under a cap. That worked when it was winter. But now it’s warm so I needed a solution. I saw this product highly recommended on other sites and the reviews were good. So, I ordered a tube. Used it twice now and OH. MY. LANTA. For months my hair has felt like crunchy noodles ready to snap at a moments notice. After one treatment (left in about 15 minutes after shampoo before conditioner) my ends feel soft!! After the second, it actually moves like it’s not damaged and it is visibly SO much healthier. Like seriously IDK how they bottled witchcraft. But I’m going to continue to use this product even when my hair grows out. An absolute magical miracle potion! I seriously prepared myself to explain to the world that it doesn’t work. But instead I have the healthiest hair I’ve had since being an idiot home hairdresser. 10/10." —Beth
Get it from Amazon for $7.69.
4. A breathable thermal underwear set you'll wanna layer on top of this winter. Stay warm without sacrificing your aesthetic.
Promising review: "Super comfortable and awesome base layer. Fleecy on the inside and cozy without bulk. I bought more for Christmas gifts. They are available for men too." —K. Miller
Get the set from Amazon for $18.83+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and nine colors). They're also available for men here.
5. A rose gold rechargeable electric lighter that's also wind- and moisture-proof because it shouldn't be hard to light your dozens of gingerbread and Christmas tree-scented candles. And now you can easily reach down into taller candles with lower and burnt out wicks!
Promising review: "Works like a charm. I saw this on a TikTok and knew immediately that I needed it. I love candles and this is so much better than a match or lighter. It’s kept a charge for months. I use it several times a month." —dwhite3012
You can read our Leejie electric lighter review for more deets!
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in four colors).
6. A pair of fleece-lined texting gloves so you can scroll TikTok outside without your fingers turning into icicles. Fashion and function? Yes, please!
Promising review: "Beautiful gloves. Bought for a NY trip in December. The gloves fit my tiny hands! I was able to swipe my phone and send text messages with no issues. Will buy another pair in a different color." —Patricia Hilderbrand
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four colors).
7. A jar of Aquaphor healing moisturizer for anyone suffering from dry, cracked, and sensitive skin. It restores moisture and promotes healing, so you can go back to living your best life.
Promising reviews: "I have a severe case of eczema, which is the worst in the winter. My fingers crack and split from dryness and Aquaphor moisturizers and heals overnight." —Phil
"This stuff is a bit pricey, but you are paying for a quality solution for dry skin. Every time I try to use something cheaper, it doesn't work and I always come back to this. Nothing works like Aquaphor." —MCMXCVI
Get it from Amazon for $15.97.
8. A carton of popcorn seasoning salt because the weather outside is way too frightful for your usual jaunts to the movie theater but now your at-home movie night snack will taste like you got it straight from the source.
BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord only has good things to say about this:
"Our family recently unearthed this because beloved To All The Boys I've Loved Before author Jenny Han mentioned that it was her secret to delicious popcorn, and it may have just wrecked me for other at-home popcorn for the rest of my life. It genuinely tastes just as salty and buttery and savory as fresh movie theater popcorn. I inhaled it so fast that every single one of my organs lit up in mild alarm."
Promising review: “This is what you want. You came here for movie theater salt. This is the real deal. Get it. Your life will be better.” —Clete R. Blackwell
Get it from Amazon for $9.25.
9. A snowball maker if you love having snowball fights but hate having to freeze your hands over and over in order to win. Just plop some snow into the round mold, and voilà! The perfect snowball for throwing is now at your disposal.
10. A TikTok-famous 1,000-piece puzzle sure to bring you a sense of adventure and accomplishment with each new detail you piece together! It's even got a surprise twist ending once you've finished putting it together.
Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband because he absolutely loves puzzles and magic, so it was a no-brainer! I was honestly way more excited to finish putting this puzzle together than a normal puzzle because I couldn’t wait to see the end result. Blown away. I’m super impressed and will be purchasing a different version. Oh, and they weren’t kidding about the no dust in the box...very pleased with this purchase!" —Nlbrimberry
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
11. A super smart (and cute) humidifier tank cleaner for keeping your humidifier mold and mildew free for up to 30 days. It also kills 99% of odor-causing bacteria, which you need if your humidifier has been spewing out some smelly smells.
Promising reviews: "I LOVE these little fish. I’ve been using them for about 2.5 years now and I truly believe they help keep the humidifier and water cleaner. People don’t realize all the nasty mold and bacteria that can be growing in their humidifier and then released into the air in their room! I’ve noticed a huge difference in mold growth when I use these fish." —Shelly
Get it from Amazon for $5.28.
12. A portable roll-up sled so you and your little ones are always prepared to slide down a snowy hill! It features rounded edges and handles for safety and ease.
13. A microwave s'mores maker — simply fill the reservoir with water, pack this baby up with graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate, then chuck in the microwave. In less than 30 seconds you'll have a warming treat perfect for a chilly day.
Promising review: "Bought this as a novelty gift for my girlfriend this past Christmas. She loves s’mores and makes them all the time and finally pulled this out. She has been loving it! The little arms hold the cracker and marshmallow down so they don’t expand out, the chocolate melts well but she recommends putting your chocolate in the fridge otherwise the middle gets a little soft but if that’s your thing, it’s perfect." —Mike perault
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
14. A pack of K-Cup cleaners because your favorite part of winter is all the seasonal flavors of coffee you get to try and right now all your coffee is starting to taste like...ewww. Pop one of these nontoxic cups into your Keurig to give it the deep clean it's been needing.
Promising reviews: "I have used the liquid descaler before with poor results. I tried these cups and what a difference. I could not believe the gunk that came out of my coffeemaker! Highly recommend!" —Ln
“I bought this product because the needle in my Keurig 2.0 keeps clogging, causing inconsistent brew and taste. These cleaning cups fixed both of my issues and especially liked that it was really quick and easy to use. I put the cleaning pod in and ran one cycle, then took the pod out and ran a rinse cycle to clean out any leftover grinds. FAST, EASY, and GREAT results…VERY HAPPY!!” —Corey West
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.95.
15. A pair of cozy memory foam slippers for a stylish way to keep your feet warm! I mean, these are even cute enough to run errands in, not to mention they have an anti-skid rubber sole. And now you don't have to touch your feet to the cold floor first thing in the morning!
16. An adjustable window AC unit cover to protect you from the wintry winds that will try to blow through your unit's vent. Its embedded cotton also prevents warm air from escaping your home and venturing into the wild.
Just be sure to check the size of the cover against the size of your AC unit!
Promising review: "I love it. I put it on, and then, in probably a half hour, I could notice the change in the room. That breeze was gone." —DA-BIGGUY
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four sizes and in black and white).
17. A thermal windshield cover if you simply don't have time or energy in the morning to scrape snow and ice off your car. Just place the elastic straps around the rearview mirrors, and your windshield is weatherproof!
Promising review: "I bought the cover for my Dodge Caliber and it fits like a glove. The straps go around the side mirrors and the flaps get folded into the car and you shut the doors. This keeps the fabric nice and tight so the wind will not move it. It covers the wipers and the little space between the wipers and the hood, so ice and snow will not accumulate there either. I pulled it off after light snow last night and it just slid right off. I folded it and threw it in the back. Perfect for winter weather." —Paula
Get it on Amazon for $29.95.
18. An electric kettle — what do you want? Tea! When do you want it? Now! Always have hot water at the ready for your coffee, soups, hot cocoa, and more. The kettle itself is cordless and portable for easy serving!
Promising review: "Love it. It's just the right size for our little kitchen. Holds enough water for both of us to have tea or coffee or oatmeal. So glad I got it." —Terri Martin
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
19. A eucalyptus and lavender shower pouch for sinus and congestion relief that'll also make your bathroom feel like a rejuvenating spa. Each eucalyptus leaf was hand cut and then sprayed with eucalyptus essential oil.
Over in Charlotte, North Carolina, small business Eucalyptus Blooms creates home goods out of eucalyptus and lavender. So get your bundles, sachets, and bath soaks from here!
Promising review: "I am using mine in the shower, and the first time I had it in there, it just made the shower feel so much better. I've been dealing with a cold/cough for a week or so and this helped clear me up a bit. Also, as someone who gets migraines when scents are too strong or artificial, this one did the exact opposite. It was soothing and helped me relax before bed." —KellyFBrown
Get three pouches from Eucalyptus Blooms on Etsy for $14.39+ (also available in packs of five).
20. A ceramic cup warmer because you've been heating that same cup of coffee in the microwave since this morning, and it just *doesn't* have to be like that. Now you can enjoy your warm bev even as low temperatures threaten to make it cold.
Promising review: "I'm a very slow tea/coffee drinker, so having this mini hot plate is amazing. I can have hot tea until the last sip! Life changing. I use it every day. I'm using it as I write this review. I drink more tea because I know it won't get cold and sad. My roommates all want one now." —PDT
Get it from Amazon for $19.79.
21. An electric fabric shaver to safely save your favorite winter sweaters from pills, fuzz, and matted fibers.
Promising review: "This thing is excellent. I just 'repaired' two cashmere sweaters and one modal-blend jersey top to like-new condition. The waste compartment fills up quickly and will start clogging the blades if not emptied frequently. I will share one trick I found for emptying the area around the blades. Remove the waste compartment and hold the unit vertically over a garbage can while turning the defuzzer on. Blades will spin and the rest of the pills will fall out. Enjoy." —Fine Print Reader
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six colors and two styles).
22. A window insulator kit because you need help lowering your energy costs this cold season. This crystal clear film heat shrinks to seal out drafts so you can enjoy a toasty home.
Promising review: "I buy this every winter and it makes a BIG difference! We have super-thin windows and this works like a charm to stop 80% of the cold drafts, and I find I can sit right next to the window without a problem after installing them. It's easy to install and looks invisible after you apply heat with a hair dryer. No one will be able to tell there's a film and it'll look completely transparent after you apply heat. It was so satisfying to see the wrinkles disappear! It looks great, works great, and will save your energy! Win win win!" —Raymond
Get a three-window kit from Amazon for $17.98.
23. A cozy Carhartt beanie for keeping your head warm and stylish. You'll be tempted to get one in every color!
Promising reviews: "Bought this as a gift for husband and he loves it. It is very comfy and warm. Worked out well for the winter months. It was worth the money, and I have already bought a couple of others in different colors." —KAGS
"I bought this in charcoal and lost it on a trip, so I bought the exact color again because I missed it so much. Now, I'm back to buy it in more colors. It is thick (because it's a watch cap), but I wear it year-round in Dallas or Chicago. It's my favorite hat. The fit is snug to the point that I can sling my head back without it falling off, and it fits over my afro or straight hair the same and doesn't lose its stretch after washing." —CE.
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 34 colors).
24. A compact personal heater — take this lil' guy with you while you're on the go. Whether you're moving from room to room in your home or bringing it from home to use at your office, you'll be nice and toasty once you plug it in. Though it only has one setting, reviewers say that it provides the perfect amount of heat.
Promising review: "My office was FREEZING due to unfixable circumstances. This little heater is great. It does not have to gear up; it immediately starts putting out heat when turned on. The top and sides remain cool while the device is on. I sit directly in front of the heater, and I’m not too hot or too cool; it’s perfect. I sit underneath an air vent, and this little thing cancels out the freezing air much to my liking. My office is small and enclosed, so the heat fills the entire space after a while (maybe 45–60 minutes). Good buy! I recommend it!" —BB.J
Get it on Amazon for $17.97+ (available in four colors).
25. An insulated weather- and soundproof strip you can install on your windows and doors to keep cold air where it's supposed to be — outside!
Promising review: "JUST WHAT I NEEDED! This weatherstrip worked great for me. It came in two attached strips with an adhesive backing. The strips can be separated as needed. It was easy to peel the backing and install the strips. I installed both strips on the door casing where the door meets it when closed. It immediately stopped the draft that was coming in around the door." —RH in TN
Get it from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
26. And a pack of two door draft stoppers with adhesive strips that make for easy install. No more losing precious warm air when you turn your heater on!
These stoppers are wider than the strips above, so that makes them a better fit for doors with a large gap between them and the floor.
Promising review: "I bought this to seal the bottom of the door between the kitchen and our uninsulated mud room. Before installing this, the cold winter air could be felt 4–5 feet from the door. Now, I can barely feel it. It was easy to install; I was able to cut it with scissors, and it stuck well. One note: It’s not easy to adjust if you need to make a change once it’s been stuck down." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors).
27. A chunky cable knit infinity scarf to protect your neck from gusty winds and make you look like you stepped right off of a fall-themed fashion runway.
Promising review: “I bought these scarves in two colors and they’re amazing!!! I’ve gotten so many compliments and been asked where I got these. They’re so soft and warm and the quality is incredible. They don’t feel like cheap material at all. You can’t beat quality scarves like this for such a low price! Also, they don’t shed and put fuzzies all over my clothes, which is another added bonus since all my other expensive scarves do." —christyann
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in 40 colors).
28. A cute insulated sleeve perfect for keeping your fingers from freezing due to your year-round need for iced coffee in particular.
Promising review: "I cannot say enough positive things about the Java Sok. As a regular iced coffee drinker (Starbucks on the daily), this thing is truly awesome! I use it in the car, office, home...everywhere! I will be purchasing the other sizes and will get a few as gifts for my office peeps. Added bonus...seems to keep my drink colder longer. Buy the Java Sok...you will not be disappointed!" —Lyndsey L
Get it from Amazon for $11.19+ (available in five sizes and dozens of prints).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.