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1. A pair of comfy period-proof underwear designed to feel just like regular underwear, so you can avoid spending money on disposable menstrual products and simply ~cycle~ through comfortable, absorbent underwear instead! How much absorption are we talkin'? Up to FOUR tampons' worth! Wild.
This brand of period proof underwear is also *far* easier to clean than others on the market. To clean and reuse, all you have to do is rinse (no scrubbing required) and machine wash!
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves these: "These are ideal for overnight protection and for people who are worried about leakage during sports or physical activities. I personally always wear either these period-proof undies when I go on runs on my period, and it has been a MASSIVE godsend. Also, unlike your regular undies, you don't have to scrub the blood out of these. They're designed so it rinses right out in the sink with soap and warm water, and can get tossed in the washer and dryer from there."
Psst — reviewers love these undies, but suggest sizing up!
Promising review: "It took me a while to finally give in and buy these, because I wasn’t sure if they would work. I am kicking myself for letting them sit in the cart for that long, while I spent hideous amounts of money on disposable products that are freaking uncomfortable torture devices that let you down when you need them most. These undies are SO. WONDERFUL. I could cry at this point. I tried these for the first time this week. One of my worse, heavier monthly rounds. I crossed my fingers, packed lots of extra pads in case they didn’t work, and dove into my hectic day. I forgot I was wearing them. No crinkle puff-butt discomfort. No running for the bathroom. They didn’t even leak overnight, which, for me, is unheard of. I’m never going back." —Blythe
Get it from Amazon for $10+ (available in women's sizes 4–13, in plus sizes, in four color combos, and multipacks).
2. A tear-proof screen made of ultra-durable polyester that'll handle climbing cats and destructive dogs like a champ!
Promising review: "Our delightful kitty, Skittles, will not be contained by ordinary window screens. She's shredded four of them that blocked her favorite escape routes. In about a minute, she can make a cat-sized hole and she's outta here. It's been a nightmare here in South Florida. We can't open our windows on hot nights because every flying and crawling critter comes right in through the giant holes in the screens. In desperation, I bought this to see if it would help.
I installed the Pet D-Fence screening about a month ago. Little Skittles has made a couple of runs at it, but so far, it's completely unscathed. I have a good feeling about this. The Pet D-Fence screening is slightly more opaque than regular screening, but that means nothing to me because regular screening won't survive one night. So far, I'm very happy!" —verygooddog
Get it from Amazon for $16.78+ (available in four sizes and two styles).
3. A stylist secret eyelash comb (at $5!!) makeup artists consider one of the very best tools for separating lashes and keeping mascara from clumping up. Enjoy some long, luscious lashes without clumps making you feel down in the dumps!
The metal on the comb is anti-rust and easy to clean, and comes with a protective cover for maximum hygiene.
Promising review: "As a pro makeup artist, this is an excellent tool to have in my kit. Excellent for removing mascara clumps." —Lady Marina
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
4. A parent-approved inflatable airplane bed so your kiddo can sleep comfortably and (perhaps most important) *peacefully* during long flights. Toddlers are SO much scarier than snakes on a plane.
Flyaway Designs is a small, woman-run business . This clever bed comes in a portable bag and includes a pump. It takes only 90 seconds to inflate and even less to deflate! And — an important note from the manufacturer — "It meets the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA’s) strict guidelines for inflight comfort devices."
Promising review: "This bed proved to be everything stated in the description. We flew premium economy on a 17-hour flight from SFO to SIN and this product provided a sturdy, flat bed for our toddler across the entire pitch from our seat to the next. It was his first flight ever and he slept comfortably about 10 hours or so (on the return trip as well). The product is also super easy / quick to inflate and deflate. Would highly recommend it." —Sunil N.
Get it from Flyaway Designs for $159.
5. A pack of Elephant Trax labels to make sure storing (and, ahem, *finding*) things you've packed away easier than ever. Attach a sticker to the box, take photos of everything inside, and you're all set! You now have a visual inventory! Never confuse your Halloween and Christmas storage again. The Nightmare Before Christmas vibe isn't really your thing anyway.
Promising review: "I am so glad I ordered an extra pack of these. My goal for January was to organize the basement. I have TONS of plastic bins and whenever I need something, I have to open each to find what I’m looking for. I took a few hours the first weekend cleaning out and organizing everything and the bins. I took pictures of the contents of each bin, put one of these stickers on each bin then associated the pics with the sticker’s QR code and voila, done. IF YOU LIKE TO BE ORGANIZED, GET THESE STICKERS!" —Fred Labro
Get a pack of 40 from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes).
6. A sulfate-free L'Oréal purple shampoo, because we are all living in Barbie's world now — we know how powerful a good platinum can be. And this will help moisturize and tone it so it doesn't look brassy.
Promising review: "First time highlighting my hair, so my naturally brunette locks started to turn brassy/orange with time. Finally tried this shampoo and loving the results. Not only does it keep your colors true, it also softens my damaged hair. I ended up getting the large pump bottle because I loved the shampoo so much." —None
Get it from Target for $9.79+ (available in two sizes).
7. A hanging daybed made of solid wood (mattress included!) for folks who would prefer ~hanging out~ 24/7 — even when they're sleeping.
Promising review: "We assembled and hung this full unfinished daybed in our sunroom at our beach house in April. From the beginning, it was obviously a very well-constructed quality piece. We had issues hanging; more operator error, I think. I can unequivocally say that I LOVE THIS PIECE! We were going to whitewash it, but the natural is just beautiful; we may leave it. We had company last weekend, one had a cough, and one or the other couple would retreat to the daybed from the guest room to rest and not disturb their spouse. I can’t recommend this highly enough, and it is made in the USA in Pennsylvania, an added bonus!" —Pattricia
Get it on sale from Wayfair for $769.99+ (originally $1,053+; available in two sizes and 13 colors).
8. An illuminating moisturizer — if you're looking to add a lightweight alternative to your thick foundation and want an extra *glow*, then you're gonna adore this! Reviewers say it's basically like if Glossier's Futuredew and Drunk Elephant's Bronzing Drops had a brilliant, beautiful skincare baby.
Promising review: "I can’t believe how long this has been around! I tried Glossier’s Futuredew and realized it felt sort of too oily (and too expensive) for me. This product is SUCH an amazing duplicate that is slightly better! It’s not oily, but provides lightweight shimmer that I mix with my sunscreen for extra sun protection with some highlight effects. I love this! Does not make my super sensitive skin break out or feel oily like the Futuredew did." —e_whospends_money
Get it from Amazon for $12.97+ (available in four shades).
9. A lightweight jacket that's secretly *not* from Free People, although reviewers say everyone thinks it is! It's made with insulating fabric and a thoughtfully faded design. If you've been spending the summer looking for the perfect quilted autumn jacket...you've found it.
Check out a TikTok of the quilted jacket in action.
Promising review: "I normally get medium in jackets. i ordered medium here. Nice, comfy, and a bit oversized. SO COMFORTABLE. I get asked about it all the time. Never take it off!" —Aron Wolfson
Get it from Amazon for $75.98+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL, two styles, and 20 colors).
10. A rose-shaped ice mold you can use to add an elegant design to everyday drinks. Imagine a tub of these keeping drinks cool during a shower or wedding. Picture. Perfect.
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 a four-pack from Amazon for $5.99 (available in two pack sizes).
11. A glass tumbler that'll make your on-the-go bevs look *berry* cute, even if you're just trying to convince yourself to drink more water.
Promising review: "This has been a perfect cup for that summer cottagecore aesthetic. It holds a nice amount of liquid and looks so cute in photos and in person. I want to get several more." —Kit Michael
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
12. Or a ceramic mug and coaster — fill this up with your favorite coffee or tea and it's sure to be your very own cup of sunshine on a cloudy day.
13. A trio of lip sleeping masks for hydrating your lips while you soundly snooze. Each of these Laneige-like flavors are happy to help your skin stay smooth and soft.
Promising review: "This is the most moisturizing lip treatment in the market. When my lips started getting dry I was thinking of buying the Laneige lip mask, but it’s soooo expensive. This is a fraction of the cost and feels just the same. Very good product." —Riya
Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (available in four combos).
14. A holographic nail polish in Fake Halo, a shade from the TikTok-beloved brand Mooncat, so you can have nails that look as shining, shimmering, and splendid as a night on a magic carpet ride.
Check out a TikTok of Mooncat nail polish in action.
Mooncat is a woman-owned, vegan, and cruelty-free small business founded by Michelle Lin, who shares on TikTok about how nail polish and art was a symbol of rebellion to her as she wasn't allowed to wear it growing up, which inspired her to create a line of unconventional polishes of her own.
Promising review: "I received my first one in the mail. It was so easy and smooth going on. Two coats later, AMAZING, vibrant, beautiful color. The way the light dances off of my nails, the sun shining off the polish, the prismatic guess have me mesmerized. Yep, I picked two more colors a week later. My daughter is now hooked as well. We love this polish and will be picking out a few more. This is the ONLY polish that we use now." —Johnine L.
Get it from Mooncat for $15.
15. A clever magnetic luggage tag designed for easily carrying hats while traveling, because they are notoriously hard to pack but *so* necessary if you plan on spending all of your vacation enjoying the summer sun!
The Fileist is a Los Angeles-based, woman-owned small biz creating fashionable-yet-functional accessories designed to make your life just a bit easier.
Promising review: "Love! Love! Love it! Very sturdy grip, and fashionable! I have had skin cancer numerous times, including melanoma. This is a must-have to keep me safe and fashionable — vacation or otherwise. I have thrown it in the overhead on a plane or shuffled through crowded venues, prior to COVID-19, and never lost my hat. This is a great gift, first to myself, and now to others! Thank you for keeping me safe and on point at an affordable price!" —Emily K.
Get it from The Fileist for $55 (also available in red).
16. And a smart carry-on complete with an ejectable battery, a crush-proof shell, and a spacious interior. Go ahead, overpack to your heart's content so your next vacation includes all your favorite comforts from home.
July is a Melbourne, Australia–based startup committed to making stylish and sustainable luggage. Their featherlight carry-on includes aluminum bumpers, a telescopic handle, an integrated TSA lock, and a hidden laundry bag.
Promising review: "Love the quality and thought that went into the design. I was able to pack for a week away without any issues — shout-out to the compression system for helping out here. I especially loved the laundry bag and of course the power bank. Can’t wait to purchase the larger sizes. Thanks, July!" —Liv
Get it from July for $295+ (available in 10 colors; with or without personalization).
17. A full length floral dress for days when you plan on meandering around a flower-filled meadow. Or, at least, looking like you're off to do that when in reality you're running errands until the sun goes down.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $198 (available in sizes XS–L).
18. A Cuisinart ice cream maker — if you wanna experiment with recipes you've only seen in restaurants, then grab this heirloom gadget and fix up some olive oil, basil, and blackberry ice cream the very *second* it ships!
It includes a replacement lid, 2-quart double insulated freezer bowl, paddle, and a recipe book.
Promising review: "Got one for me, for my sister, and my parents, and we all love it! It’s easy to use, easy to clean, and best of all it makes some amazing ice cream. For best results on the consistency of your ice cream I recommend not filling it to full capacity. I always go 1.75 quarts, since some ingredients make the ice cream expand and spill over the edge. I also freeze the container a day prior to using it. I wouldn’t attempt to make more than one batch in one day, the container needs to be as cold as possible." —Beatriz
Get it from Amazon for $99.95.
19. A pack of no-spill paint cups with lids that'll keep any leftover paint from drying out. These'll let your pint-sized Picasso have a ton of fun, without making a major mess.
The set includes 10 cups and 10 color coordinated paintbrushes.
Promising review: "These are the perfect size for a toddler (2-years-old) the cups are not too big or too small. We fill the cups up with about a half inch of paint. When we finish painting we put the kids on and put them away, the paint hasn’t dried out on us yet and they’ve sat unused for a week at a time with a quarter inch of paint in them. My son gets so excited when he see us pulling these out. I would buy these again. We haven’t had any spills with these but I think if you were to fill them up (a few inches) with more paint that you could have a spill. The matching color lids and brushes are great for helping kids learn to match." —Krys
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $19.99.
20. A smokeless portable fire pit for inside folks who think a campfire sounds nice, in theory. The 360-degree airflow design guarantees a perfect flame for cooking and chilling out, even if your fire-making skills aren't exactly going on your resume anytime soon.
For additional gadgets and gizmos, including different stove sizes, check out Solo Stove's homepage!
I have a Solo Stove and it is SUCH a hit! We use it on our back porch almost every night. My husband and I have been remodeling our kitchen and we use the stove with the pizza oven and wok attachments to make dinners outside. We also love that we can take it with us when we go camping. Don't hesitate...you want this.
Promising review: "This is really great. So nice to be able to sit anywhere around it and not have to deal with smoke in you face. No more moving your chairs around to avoid the smoke." —Kelly Ciccocioppo
Get it from Amazon for $259.99.
21. And a Bonfire Pi Fire pizza oven attachment you can place right on top of your Solo Stove to make Michelin-worthy pizzas in minutes!
For additional gadgets and gizmos, check out Solo Stove's homepage!
I wasn't kidding when I said we've been using this instead of our (currently non-functioning) kitchen. The image on the right is the stove on our back porch. The pizza it makes? Perfection.
Promising review: "This is a very good wood fired pizza oven. With minimal effort and nine minutes per pizza we made 12 pizzas that were fantastic! Tip: use good dry, hard wood like oak or hickory to get a hot oven and add wood as necessary. The crust was wonderfully smokey and charred with beautiful professional color on top and bottom." —George D.
Get it from Amazon for $259.99 (available in three styles).
22. Or a Solo Stove cast iron wok top that'll help you whip up some awe-inspiring stir fry from your backyard or a campground. Cooking inside the house is so last season.
For additional gadgets and gizmos, check out Solo Stove's homepage!
Promising review: "I love this cast iron wok. It was exactly what I’ve been looking for. If you like to cook and want to have a throw-down at your home, then this is the best wok money can buy. In my humble opinion, others just don’t come close." —Picasso
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
23. A mud kitchen great for parents who would do just about anything to get their kids to play outside more often...even let them get messy as can be.
This small business is owned by Jenna Noble and located in Prince Edward, Canada.
Promising review: "I’m very impressed with the mud kitchen! It is hard to find high quality wood furniture, and I am very happy with my purchase! I feel like the sturdiness and quality of wood will last for years to come." —Brittany Rollins
Get it from Noble Wooden Toys on Etsy for $374.42+ (available in two finishes, with or without faucet).
24. An Alexa-compatible 2-in-1 air conditioner to finally invest in after sweating it out for the first half of the summer. Reviewers also report that it's nice and quiet, which is something I *always* forget to consider when buying AC units, and suffer because of it! This might end up in my cart by the time I finish writing this post. Whoops!
Promising review: "I don’t usually write product reviews, but I am now because this is one of the best household products I have ever bought. This Midea U-shaped AC is an ingenious design that is basically a split AC system mounted in a window, with the window closing almost all the way through the middle of the unit. The result is a much quieter and more efficient unit, with the noisy part that generates heat on the outside of the closed window. It also looks sleek and modern and the remote control and app are great. I have thought many times 'I wish someone would make a split AC system that can fit in a window without having to install separate units on the roof or wall,' and now they have!" —Ben
Get it from Amazon for $379.
25. A bandeau set with an animal print that'll have you feline fierce every day you spend oceanside.
Promising review: "I was hesitant to buy a bathing suit from Amazon, especially because my bottom half is usually larger in bathing suit sizes than my top. After reading reviews and looking at people's photos of the suit, I decided to purchase it. I am so happy I did. I am so impressed with the quality. The suit is made out of a nice thick comfortable material. If you are thinking about purchasing this, definitely do. You will be so happy with this suit!" —Emma
Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in several styles).
26. A surprisingly chic marble-patterned dish drying mat worth actually keeping out on your counter. Use this, and you just might actually dry your dishes properly from now on! Imagine that.
Promising review: "Matched our counters and almost blends in completely. We roll it up in the morning after all the dishes are dry. Great for smaller spaces with less counter space and protects the counter from water damage over time. Washed it in normal laundry cycle multiple times and it comes out clean as if new each time with no pilling. Spilled coffee on it on accident, sprayed flex, tossed it in the wash and it cleaned completely." —Shopmindfully
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
27. A pack of six high-performance matte lipsticks at a *fraction* of the price of its competitors. This'll stay on your mean mug without drying or cracking all day long. Enjoy reading reviewers DRAGGING major brands in the comments, because these lipsticks outrank them all.
Promising review: "What can I say, I saw a TikTok about this lipstick and for $10 had to try it! The reviews are right, for some reason this lipstick is better than even $20 name brand ones bought from Ulta. Not only does it smell great, but dries in under a minute and survived eating a cupcake, a Starbucks drink, and an entire evening out, no smudging and had to be removed with a makeup wipe. Fantastic product!!" —Claire
Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three sets).
28. A longline sports bra that a lot of reviewers compare to the Lululemon “Align” sports bra. This perfect, everyday tank is the wardrobe staple you didn't know you needed, and soon won't be able to live without!
Promising review: "I saw these tanks all over TikTok for being like the Lulu 'Align.' I decided to purchase one and absolutely love it. The fit and style is exactly the same. I will say the material is not as soft and is more like a bathing suit material but overall it’s a great purchase!" —M
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL and 25 colors).
29. A travel jewelry case so you can finally start treating your jewelry with the respect it deserves (and save yourself some time from detangling the rat-king of necklaces you've dealt with in the past).
Promising review: "I purchased this box for a weekend getaway. In the past I have just thrown all of my jewelry into little makeup bags, but then everything gets tangled and disorganized. I love that this box keeps everything organized and leaves all my necklaces tangle free!" —Dogmom206
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in nine colors).
30. A Bluetooth-enabled mask that'll block out any light and play soothing sounds. This thing is gonna have you falling asleep so fast you'll make all those uncounted sheep jealous.
Promising review: "This is the best thing I have ordered in a long time! I work nights and recently took a travel position. Staying in hotels is fun until your neighbor is loud or the highway traffic is horrible. The speakers on this are quality! The only thing I heard was the rain and thunder from my app. The rain was so clear sounding I could easily visualize each drop hitting the ground. I was about to fall asleep when the thunder kicked in and seriously scared me to pieces! Highly recommend!" —Dana Harris
Get it from Amazon for $17.85+ (available in four colors).
31. And finally, a TikTok remote control ring so you can scroll through TikToks without touching your phone. You can even "heart" videos with it! Pair this with a neck mount and you can spend hours on your phone without your neck hurting from looking down that long.
FYI, This nifty gadget also works with your Kindle and can use your camera to take photos or video from up to 33 feet away.
Promising review: "I have a TikTok obsession, and I am thrilled with this ring! I love how versatile it is, too, where I can flip book pages on my phone and go through music as well. It’s easy to use and set up if your follow the instructions." —The Shopper around the Corner
Get it from Amazon for $18.09+ (available in three colors).
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