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1. A mascara to give you lashes so dramatic that no one will believe you when you tell them you bought it for less than $5 on Amazon. No need to spend hours wrestling with falsies to get the long lashes of your dreams. Reviewers also rave that this lasts all day. Thank goodness! You have better things to do than re-apply throughout the day.
Promising review: "Saw this product on TikTok and thought it would be expensive looking at the results they got. I am beyond amazed with how my lashes look after about two coats. For around $5, you couldn’t ask for a better mascara! I will be buying this same one when I run out. I was not expecting to like it as much as I do! No complaints." —Kd
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
BuzzFeed editor Kayla Boyd wrote an in-depth Essence Lash Princess mascara review.
2. A hair and body fragrance mist that'll have you wondering if it's considered proper etiquette to sniff yourself in public. Not to see if you smell bad, but because you'll smell so yummy, you won't be able to resist taking in your delicious aroma.
When I tell you this has been on my wish list for like a year, I'm not kidding. For some reason, I couldn't bring myself to spend $24 on a fragrance mist, but I was SO enticed. Finally, after putting it in an article at the beginning of the year and seeing how many BuzzFeed readers had purchased it, I decided it was time to just do it. This stuff really smells so good...like I want to bathe in it and might cry when it runs out because the price point pains me a bit, but I just can't be without this stuff now that I own it. Now, I will say when it comes to going out for special occasions, I stick with perfume instead, but this is great for those more casual days where you want to still smell DELICIOUS but don't want to feel like you're wearing an overpowering perfume either.
Get it from Amazon for $24 (available in six scents).
3. A Ninja Creami bound to revolutionize the world of delicious desserts right from the comfort of home. You can use this awesome machine to make ice cream (with or without mix-ins), milkshakes, sorbet, gelato, and more!
All you have to do is fill the provided pint cup (it comes with two) with your choice of milk, juice, or anything else you might want and freeze for 24 hours. You can then opt to add mix-ins if you'd like. Place the cup into the Creami, choose your treat of choice from one of the 11 settings, and let it get to work!
Promising review: "This is really so easy to use!! If you plan ahead, you can have ice cream daily, even a different flavor daily!! It is easy enough to find different recipes, and you can put in add-ins like chips, Reese's peanut butter cups, fruit, etc. The plus side — you KNOW what's in it!!" —DawnH
Get it from Amazon for $199+ (available in three options).
4. A four-piece sheet set so you can lay down at the end of a long day on a set of crisp, clean, luxe-feeling fresh sheets without paying to stay at a 5-star hotel.
Sets come with a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases (with only one pillowcase included in the Twin size).
Promising review: "These are the real deal!! I found them from a TikTok, and my husband actually said after the first night, 'Let’s just replace all of our sheets with these; they’re so comfortable!' It’s a beautiful blue and white pattern. They wash well and breathe at night — I am always hot, but these stayed cool. Definitely buying more!" —Julia Monroe
Get it from Amazon for $39.97+ (available in sizes Twin—California King and 45 colors).
5. A pair of wireless Bluetooth earbuds that are waterproof, come with different silicone earbuds so you can find your perfect size, and happen to be just as good as more expensive headphones on the market at a fraction of the cost (*cough AirPods cough*).
Promising review: "Best decision! These are the greatest headphones ever! I saw them on TikTok months ago and added them to my wishlist. I got a new phone that doesn't have the headphone port, so I decided it was time to finally buy them. They are amazing, and I probably won't ever take them out of my ears! 😂" —Kate Arnold
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five colors and two styles).
6. A lightweight snail essence (no snails are harmed in the making of this product, promise) that'll deliver seriously good hydration, and can help brighten your skin and reduce/prevent acne.
7. A stuffed waffle maker that'll easily turn you into a morning person going forward if you aren't one already. Think about it...you have a waffle that is perfection in and of itself, but now it's STUFFED WITH MORE DELICIOUSNESS?? Breakfast meats and cheeses? Nutella? Jam?! Gonna stop here before I drool on my keyboard.
Promising review: "I bought this after I saw a video on TikTok, so I had an idea about the yummy waffles I could make. The first waffles were stuffed with apple pie filling. The second ones with scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese. Just amazing!!! The only way you could make this better is to send a chef!! I definitely recommend watching a video on TikTok or YouTube to inspire you before you start!!" —Adirondackdarling
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
8. A mystical flame colorant for upping your bonfire game — orange flames are sooooo last year. Rainbow flames? The future is here ppl!!!
Promising review: "This is amazing. For a really fun experience, get some of these for your next camping trip. As if a campfire needs improvement...but this stuff is really neat. I'd say the adults love it even more than the kids. We only used one packet, and the colors were so good — it seems like they lasted at least 20 minutes. There was even color left in the ashes the next day. We will never go camping again without several packs on hand." —TeNe
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $6.94.
9. An under-eye brightener that's gone super viral super quick and FOR GOOD REASON! This awesome stuff contains hyaluronic acid and shea butter to nourish and brighten the area under your eyes. Your new holy grail for concealing dark circles hath arrived!
The color adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone.
Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Placeholder
Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in two shades).
10. A tray table you just attach to your beach umbrella, and voila! Beverages, sunscreen, and anything else you may need are off the sand and in easy reach!
Promising review: "So, when I was buying a large beach umbrella, it was suggested that I buy the table. I was really on the fence about buying it, but I said to myself it would be nice to have things off the ground. Well, we went to the beach with about eight of us, and everybody loved it and started to use it. I think it is such a smart concept, and I will eventually buy another one since I bought two umbrellas. Don't double think, just get it." —CB
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three colors).
11. A TikTok-loved lotion made with guarana and cupuacu butter to bring smoothness and hydration to your skin. Best of all, it has a delish pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla scent and is gonna have everyone you talk to commenting on how darn good you smell.
Promising review: "Like so many, I was brainwashed by TikTok into buying this rather expensive lotion...then I bought one for my mom, one for my sister, and five more for myself as they became harder to find. My favorite thing about it is the smell. Lightly tropical/coconutty but nothing overwhelming. Every time I wear it, people say, 'What are you WEARING?' like I have some amazing perfume on. Besides that, it really is a great moisturizer. I’m not usually a sucker for marketing, but this was so worth it." —Kristen
Get it from Amazon for $22+ (available in two sizes).
12. A two-piece lounge set featuring a crop top and relaxed shorts, you can choose to dress up for a (comfy) night of sipping cocktails on rooftop bars or dress down to lounge around or run errands. Either way, you can't go wrong.
Promising reviews: "This two-piece set is seriously the best. I ended up buying it in different colors because I love it so much. I’ve had two kids and don’t typically wear crop tops, etc., but I decided to try this anyway and loved it! I wore these in Disney and received a ton of compliments and felt great!" —Liz Claire
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in women's sizes S–XL and 11 colors).
13. A window plant shelf that serves not one but two excellent purposes — not only will this provide a wonderful spot to show off your plant babes, but you can rest assured that they'll be getting ample sunlight thanks to the fact they're gonna be right by the window at all times. Brilliant!
Beautiful Views is a veteran-owned small biz based in Pickens, South Carolina that sells indoor window gardens and hanging plant shelves!
Promising reviews: "I ordered two shelves and they look fantastic in our sunroom windows. I love that they both provide a bit of privacy screening and, because of the acrylic shelves, allow a lot of light into the room." —Jan Fransen
Get it from Beautiful Views on Etsy for $66.60+ (available in three sizes and three mounting options).
14. A Revlon hot air brush you can use to dry and style your hair at the same time! If you're someone who is often pressed for time when getting ready, this wonderful gadget is a true game changer.
Promising review: "I have a lot of hair. A LOT. Like, 'Wow, is that Wookiee over there?' LOTS. I have looked into having a third arm surgically implanted. My shoulders are so tired holding up a dryer and a round brush for eternity. I almost have to wake up BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP in order to have enough time to dry my hair before work. This thing took me eight minutes. I naturally assumed, upon finishing, that I had entered some sort of Amazon-created beauty time warp. I checked with my husband in the next room, and in fact, I did not go through a blowout wormhole. The silkier-than-silk style was accomplished by this miracle of a brush in eight minutes. Several more minutes were still lost to running my hands through my hair and flicking it over my shoulder while smiling coquettishly in the mirror. If you struggle with an overabundance of hair as I do, then seriously consider giving this amazing contraption a try." —Chris
Some reviewers with 4a–c hair like this brush, but others didn't. If you're looking for something that was designed with coilier hair in mind, you may wanna check out the Revlon One-Step paddle brush.
Get it from Amazon for $39.87 (available in nine colors).
15. An ice tray for making the perfect spherical ice balls your heart desires. Your next glass of Diet Coke is about to be sooooo good with these.
I think it's a scientifically proven fact that ice cubes just taste better (and make your drinks taste better) when they're little spheres vs. boring cubes. After moving to my apartment this year, I decided I deserved a little treat-yourself gift amongst all of the important things I was ordering for my move, and this ice cube tray was that gift. I love it. The ice cubes are just so cute, and I love the storage box/scooping tool this comes with to make quick work of getting out the ice cubes without having to actually touch them.
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four colors and packs of two with an ice bin and scoop).
16. A pair of yoga mat flip-flops that are so! incredibly! comfortable!!! Getting to let your little piggies breathe in the summer is the best, and thanks to these sandals, your feet will be so very happy.
Promising review: "These are the most comfortable flip-flops I have ever had. I got the ones with the fabric strap, not the leather. They are true to size. I've had them for a few months now and wear them almost every day and wore them during my whole vacation to Florida. They are still in great shape and still comfy." —Krowe
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–11 and 15 styles).
17. A pair of geode-style bookends for keeping your favorite reads standing tall and neat on your shelf with some help from these gorg weights.
Promising review: "Love! I get compliments on these ALL the time! They look so high-end and much more expensive than they actually are. A great way to add some color and texture when styling built-ins!" —elise1230
Get a set of two from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in four weights and in six colors).
18. A 1-pound (yes, you read that right) bag of cereal marshmallows — this is the easiest buying decision you will ever make, promise. Just do it.
Medley Hills Farm is a small biz!
Promising review: "Buying these charms was one of the best decisions of my life. The bag is twice the size of my head. The marshmallows are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. It's everything I ever wanted in a snack." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
19. A flower-shaped velvet armchair that *gasp* might make you excited to park your booty for an 8-hour workday. OK, maybe not that, but it will have you trying to angle your camera in a way that allows you to show off your new chair on video calls.
Promising review: "This chair surprised me! The chair is much more lush and sturdy than I expected and has some nice weight to it! All you do is attach the legs to the top portion, and done. Super easy to assemble and very comfy. Looks like it could be from a high-end company. Great find!" —Jordan
Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in seven colors).
20. A set of checkered makeup pouches because keeping your cosmetics and brushes/sponges all over your bathroom counter isn't super sanitary, nor does it look very nice. By keeping your makeup products in a pouch, you can easily pack them in your bag when you're going on a trip or just headed out for the day, knowing you might want some touch-ups later.
21. A maxi dress that'll become your new summer uniform when it comes to weekend brunches with the squad, taking in cotton candy sky sunsets with your loved ones, or even just adding a little ~whimsy~ to your work wardrobe. There's no wrong time or place to wear this.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress! I usually wear this dress for date night or a dinner party since I ordered it in black. This dress can be dressed up or dressed down, any way you prefer it. I usually like wearing gold bracelets, earrings, and some heels to elevate the look of the dress. Other times, wearing a cute pair of flats is the perfect look to wear with it on vacation. The dress is super comfortable to wear, and the length comes to and around my ankles. I ask my husband to adjust the straps for me since they're tie-on, but I have been able to do it myself, just not the tightest how I like it. Aside from that, before every wear, I iron it because it tends to get crumbled easily. However, ironing takes literally five minutes to get all the creases out. I would highly recommend this dress! Super cute, easy to wear, comfortable, and a great date night outfit!" —T
Get it from Amazon for $50.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 24 colors; this plus-size version is very similar!).
22. A strawberry-printed cropped sweater reviewers say is made with a relatively thin fabric so it's a perfect option to rep even on the hottest of summer days. Plus! Come fall, it'll be great to layer over an oxford shirt or long-sleeve bodysuit. We love a year-round piece!
23. A set of clear crystal suncatcher pendants that'll look so darn pretty in your home and create a cool rainbow effect when the sun shines on them. Why not add a little bit of joy to your living space for under $10?
24. A flower ice mold to take summertime cocktails, mocktails, and even just glasses of water to a whole new level of fun.
Psst — you can use these to freeze iced coffee or juice to add to your morning iced coffee or cocktails to cool them without watering them down!
Promising review: "I was at a restaurant, and they put one of these roses in my cocktail. I knew right then I had to make these at home and ordered these while at the restaurant. These are easy to fill and have rubber snaps that lock them tight. They come right out, and you can even take just one out and leave the others for the next time. These are a hit at all of my dinner parties, too! I have already ordered more as my friends all want these in their drinks!" —Siri US
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
25. A wondrously cool lip stain masque that might just make you want to launch your very own beauty influencer career, and here's why: When you first apply it to your lips, it starts off blue (and a quite beautiful blue, at that). After letting it set for 10–30 seconds, you simply wipe it away with a damp tissue or towel to reveal a BEAUTIFUL natural lip stain. How can you NOT want to document that process and share with your followers?!
Promising review: "I didn’t know what to expect when I received this product, but I have to say I am pleasantly surprised! I absolutely love it! I put it on as soon as it arrived. I kept it on for almost a minute, and when I wiped it off with a damp cotton ball, the color was beautiful. It’s true to its word about the 12-hour stay power. I put a little lip balm over it and enjoyed eating, drinking, and talking. It didn’t come off! If you like lip stains, get this product! It’s a keeper. I will be ordering all of the shades." —Brandy
Get it from Amazon for $22+ (available in 19 shades).
26. A large metal claw clip for a perfectly dainty, simple, and super pretty hair accessory you'll have on repeat. Whether you're styling your hair into a little updo or just quickly putting it up to get your locks out of your face, it'll make either one look like pure elegance.
Kitsch is an LA-based, self-financed, woman-owned brand established in 2010 that specializes in hair accessories.
Promising review: "Love that you can dress this up or down! It is my go-to accessory for working in preschool to put my hair up quickly. It is elegant and classic. It is amazingly durable, even when thrown in the bottom of my heavy work bag! I am amazed by this clip. I have coarse, medium thick hair, and it is a perfect size." —Niki
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in gold and silver finishes).
27. A crochet cover-up that's bound to make you feel like you walked right off the runway at a fashion show and right on over to the beach/pool. Will it be socially acceptable to wear this as like...a sweater when the summer ends? Asking for a friend.
Promising review: "A must-have! This cover-up is perfect! The sleeve length is dreamy. Truly, I've been looking for a cover-up like this since my teens and nothing was ever just right. If you're on the fence, just do it! Material feels nice. It is a smidge heavy to me, but it will be perfect for the evenings around the pool or on the beach." —Keirsten
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 29 styles).
28. A reversible floral swimsuit so adorable, it's gonna become your new go-to suit. Paying the price for one suit and practically getting two?! Now you can use the money you would've spent on buying a second bathing suit towards doing another fun summertime water activity!
Promising review: "First, as a swimsuit, it is incredibly endearing. The English floral pattern is SO lovely. The reverse is just as eye-catching. The length seemed a little short initially, but it ended up holding my body in and giving my chest a lift. I considered sizing up, but the way it ends up looking, I think the size is just right. You can tie the shoulders to the desired/required length. It's thick, so nothing shows through. It's somehow conservative and sexy at the same time. What I really love is that I can wear this as a bodysuit and with some high-waisted pants, it's a stunner!" —Lily
Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in women's sizes 2–14 and eight colors).
29. A useful, gorgeous, and AFFORDABLE duffel bag that'll make you wonder how you ever took weekend road trips or packed a carry-on for your flight without this baby. The interior features four compartments, and the bag itself is made of water-resistant nylon because a little rain can't come between you and your much-needed rest and relaxation time.
I purchased this duffel as a personal item-sized bag for a weekend trip to Nashville last year to see the Eras Tour. For starters, it's sleek and holds a nice amount of stuff. I used it for my laptop, a book, and some snacks for my flight. I also love that it's water-resistant. I flew to Nashville on a rainy day and didn't have any issues with the bag getting wet or anything of the sort. This is just a trusty duffel. I bought it in black, but I have some weekend trips already lined up for the summer and want to purchase it in another (more fun) color soon; that's how much I love this bag.
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in a variety of colors and options with a toiletry bag, mini crossbody, laptop pocket, and more).
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