39 Products That Deserve Awards
An expanding file folder you can fill with up to 200 pieces of paper and free up sooo much desk space. As an accordion folder follower, I have to say these things are top-notch for organizing everything from restaurant menus to ticket stubs.
A set of Command spray bottle hangers to stick to the inside of a cabinet door for easy storage, so you can grab the multi-cleaner *the second* you hear food hit the floor.
A Lego cherry blossom kit for decor you can build yourself. The 430-piece set comes with everything you need to build two stems, and at less than $15, it's a steal compared to most Lego kits.
A pair of suede Mary Janes with fuzzy lining for anyone who wishes they could wear their clogs year round but require a liiittle more insulation. Wear them inside or out, with socks or bare feet — the world's your slipper!
A pack of disposable shower hair catchers for people who often forget to clean the drain after a shower and too squeamish to maintain a device like the TubShroom. You can just close your eyes and throw these away when they're too hair-infested.
A pair of aromatherapy gemstone soaps sure to make your guests' bathroom experience seriously rock. Dad jokes aside, these soaps come in amazing fragrances (think: lavender, lemongrass, sandalwood, etc.) and have real crystals inside, like amethyst and tiger eye.
A jewelry cleaning pen you can count on to add new shine to your gems; no costly trip to the jeweler required. As someone who refuses to take off rings before washing dishes, showering, etc., I need this!
A pair of energy-efficient stained glass lightbulbs ready to wash your home in a kaleidoscope of colors. Guests will wonder if you moved into the Sagrada Familia.
A long-lasting temporary tattoo kit for when you're bored of your current ink situation and wanna mix it up — for a little bit, at least.
An automatic toilet cleaning system that shoots a bleach cleanser in your bowl with every flush, keeping things fresh between scrubbing sessions. I don't know why, but the toilet stamps kind of embarrass me — I don't want people to know I'm off-loading my toilet cleaning duties — so this is the perfect solution. 🤓
Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 Cleansing Balm made with a blend of pearl barley and vitamin E to completely obliterate every speck of makeup on your face. Seriously, you'll feel so fresh and baby-faced, you'll wonder if that eyeliner was really as smudge-proof as you previously thought.
A giant 1-pound bag of marshmallows for anyone who picks the boring cereal out of Lucky Charms. I don't blame you if you end up taking romantic selfies with the bag.
A Kerasal fungal nail renewal formula to revitalize your tootsies by thickening nails and reducing discoloration. Feel free to plan to wear open-toed shoes next week — reviewers started noticing a visible difference within days.
An undetectable mouse jiggler for anyone with a micromanager who's a little too invested in your online status. This will make it seem like you're active while you take a much-needed break.
Stain remover possibly created by the gods of white couches, because it can get rid of even the toughest of wine spills.
Dr. Scholl's self-heating soothing foot masks made with Epsom salts, lavender, and peppermint to treat your tired, achey feet before you put them back to work. The length of Target's toy aisle isn't going to walk itself!
An ice tray that fully seals, so you can turn that thing sideways and shove it in between your various mysterious bags of frozen somethings. No need to throw away that container of 3-year-old frozen beans to make room juuuust yet.
A shoe stretcher so you can avoid the horrible breaking-in period and go straight to enjoying your new loafers, no bandages needed.
A pack of anti-slip glasses sleeves, because pushing your glasses back up your nose stops being cute after the millionth time you have to do it.
A pair of deodorizing pouches hungry for all your worst smells. Stuff the pair in your shoes, throw 'em in a gym bag, or hang them in the closet and let them gobble up any hint of odor.
Jumbo divider sticky notes so you can jot down some summary notes on each section in your notebook. This level of note-taking isn't just for type As — this is for type A+s.
A super dainty sterling silver ring featuring the tiniest little horse. Timothée Chalamet would be so jealous.
A keychain car escape tool that's able to both cut your seat belt and break your car window in emergency situations.
A food tracker to make sure your pet isn't over or underfed. No amount of sad puppy dog eyes can dupe you into feeding Mr. Wiggles twice.
A weekly pill organizer designed with detachable compartments and push-through silicone lids so you can easily organize your pills at the beginning of the week without accidentally knocking the whole operation over and having to start from the beginning.
A satin-lined Hairbrella to keep your hair protected from rain, humidity, and anything else that's out to ruin your perfect hairdo.
A pack of Miracle-Gro water-storing crystals that'll prevent both under- *and* over-watering, which I believe are the top two killers of plants. When you water your houseplants, the crystals retain the moisture and release it as the soil dries.
Nostalgic bath pearls for anyone who misses taking a truly fun bath. Throw a couple into your tub, put on "Candy" by Mandy Moore, and recapture some '90s magic.
A Sauberkugel, or a cleaning ball that picks up crumbs, lint, and debris as it rolls around your bag.
A set of 10 peel-off jelly masks so you can feel like a frosted dessert during your next self-care session. The electrolyte-infused hydro masks come in styles like lavender, hyaluronic acid, tea tree, and chamomile and work to hydrate, soothe, and balance your pH level.
Soot sprite dryer balls that'll look sooo cute bouncing around in your dryer. Besides being adorable, they could reduce drying time, prevent wrinkles, and soften clothes, all without coating your stuff in a waxy residue like dryer sheets do.
Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel in case you've always wanted to not only drink the energizing tea, but also wear it. This cult-fave can help quickly minimize eye puffiness and swelling using its combination of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. Finally, your eyes can look and feel as refreshed as you do after a bottle of White Label.
The Wand, if you insist on drinking two-buck Chuck despite the dire consequences. This mini handheld filter could possibly reduce your wine-induced headaches by removing histamines and sulfites in alcohol, aka the stuff that can potentially cause a nasty hangover. It'll be like you sprang for a really fancy bottle of natural wine! Bonus: It claims to revive oxidized wine, so you don't have to toss an open bottle.
Glisten garbage disposal cleaner that's not only easy to use, but also very entertaining. Run some hot water, pop one of the packets in your disposer, let it foam, then wait for the foam to fully disappear, and bam! You can admire your lemony fresh drain that was basically cleaned for you.
Budget-friendly waterproof eyebrow wax to give your brows a little love. Just swipe on the clear, organic formula to shape, then add your favorite eyebrow gel or pencil on top for color if needed.
Waterslide decal paper that will make you feel like some sort of design magician. Stick your art or photos on nails, toys, candles, planters, or whatever else you'd like.
A roll of marble contact paper to give your home an instant dash of glamor. Reviewers like to use it on previously drab kitchen tables, bathroom counters, and Ikea furniture.
A Howard Products Feed-N-Wax wood polish and conditioner giving your furniture an impossibly lustrous shine previously never seen in your home. The carnauba wax and beeswax enhance and protect your wood from drying out, so you can keep your great-grandmother's rocking chair in tip-top shape with just a few swipes.
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43 Summer Products So Good, Everyone Will Want Them
A sand-removal bag filled with talc-free, reef-safe powder designed to absorb the moisture from sticky wet sand, leaving behind, well, dry sand, which is famously much easier to wipe off your body. A high ponytail baseball hat because I would never want you to have to sacrifice a cute hairstyle for the sake of shade. The discreet slot closes when not in use, so you can wear it normally as well. A Frutiger Aero Aqua Mouse filled with — oh hey, I found Nemo! Anyway, this retro, liquid-filled wireless mouse comes with a tiny floating clownfish and globe so you can keep the warm weather vibes going all year round. Pacifica's Wanderlust Spray Perfume Trial Set featuring five beachy scents — like Island Vanilla and Tuscan Blood Orange — you can mix and match or even layer together for the ultimate summer smell. Anyone who catches a whiff of you will chase you down to figure out how you smell like a perfect distillation of late summer evenings on the boardwalk. Or a Touchland body and hair fragrance that comes in a handy travel bottle so you can take your new signature scent with you on all your summer adventures. I know, I know: Aren't they the hand sanitizer company? But in all fairness, their scents are shockingly amazing, and who wouldn't want to smell like Rich Pistachio, Peachy Lychee, or Cashmere Woods? A set of Sea Bands for anyone still working on getting their sea legs. They apply pressure to a specific acupoint on your wrist, which many reviewers say is the key to a successful, barf-free boat trip. Other, more queasy boaters are gonna be jealous. An iridescent oyster claw clip complete with a "pearl," making it the pinnacle of summer fashion. Anyone up for a dozen oysters and a bloody mary by the docks? A 3-in-1 Lego set — it has everything you need to build three eye-catching, summer-ready critters. The 288-piece set can be rearranged to make a flamingo, axolotl, or cockatoo, which can be moved into different poses. Costing less than $25, it's a pretty solid deal compared to most Lego kits. A solar-powered frog figurine with a lantern that lights up when the sun sets. Guests will love having a lil' friend welcome them with a cozy glow each night, especially now that the days are starting to get a little shorter again. :( A giant pretzel for anyone looking for something more interesting than a pool noodle to sit on while lounging in the water. Hopefully, the other swimmers won't be too salty when you show them up! A rechargeable 3-in-1 hand fan that not only cools you down but also offers a flashlight and power bank. Consider this multitasker your first line of defense against the endless cruelties the summer sun hurls at you. Or a stroller fan sporting bendable legs that can wrap around the bars to provide a cooling breeze your toddler is sure to appreciate. On top of keeping your little one cool, it can also be used at outdoor tables, chairs, or anywhere that has a pole for the bendy fan to cling to. Black Girl Sunscreen's Make It Pop Sungloss with SPF 50 to moisturize and give your pout a summery pop. Wear it alone or over your favorite lipstick — either way, your lips will be protected. Have you ever seen sunburnt lips? You do NOT want that. A handheld watermelon slicer ready to turn melon halves into grabbable slices in seconds flat. It works for cantaloupe and honeydew as well, meaning you'll definitely be the one to volunteer to bring the fruit at the next outdoor hang. Your wrist with thank you for this thing! A "disposable" camera that offers the same spur-of-the-moment fun, but without the waste. The camera is made with recycled materials, has an automatic flash, and shoots on 33-mm film. Just take your pics, mail the camera back for reuse, and wait for your photos to develop! A pack of bug bite patches to help kids — and let's face it, adults — stop scratching themselves raw. These patches contain hydrocolloid, aloe, and witch hazel to soothe itchiness and put a barrier between the bite and scratching nails. Groovy Fruit, a summery variation from the beloved NeeDoh fidget toy line. The orange, banana, and strawberry toys are non-sticky and have the *perfect* amount of give, securing themselves a place in the stress ball hall of fame. L'Oréal Paris Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water bringing you silkier hair in just eight seconds. On top of a wave of hydration, it also adds shine and decreases frizz and static. Prepare for an interrogation because no one will believe how well your hair is standing up to summer humidity. Or a deep-conditioning hair mask promising smoother, shinier, and stronger hair, even if you're fighting against bleached, dry, or damaged locks. It can even handle Florida levels of humidity! People will be chasing you down to know your hair secrets. A freezable wineglass for those ultra-hot days when the wine heats up faster than you can drink it. The built-in cooling gel keeps drinks so cold, you'll be happy for the insulating band to protect your hand. A set of special stickers that tell you when it's time to reapply sunscreen. Cover it (and your skin, of course) with sunscreen, and the sticker will turn clear. When it turns purple, you know it's time for another generous coating of sun protection. Hawaiian Tropic After Sun Body Butter made with shea butter, coconut oil, and avocado oil to hydrate after overdoing it in the sun. Reviewers say it smells great (like coconut) and helps prevent peeling or dryness. A laptop tent because sun glare is the number one reason why we're not all working from beach. The reflective fabric creates a little dark room for your computer to prevent overheating and sun glare. Now you can actually see the email you're writing and not accidentally type, "Best regrads." Julep Eyeshadow 101 — a creme-to-powder waterproof pencil over 42,000 people love because it's easy to apply and has vitamins C and E for a little skincare boost. The fast-to-apply formula comes in a ton of neutral *and* playful summer hues, like lavender and papaya. Grab the mint shade and live your best Aquamarine life. A mosquito repeller that works in 15 minutes to scare away buzzing pests in a 10- to 15-foot radius. It releases an odorless repellent into the air that's people- and pet-friendly. Just think: no sprays, no stinky bracelets, no gross candles — just like being safe indoors. An angelfish fanny pack for anyone looking to fish for compliments. It's made with water-repellent fabric, so feel free to sit in the splash zone at the aquarium. A special can opener that takes the entire top off to create a cup-like shape. Think of the next-level hosting you can do with this! Ice cream floats in Coke cans, cute cocktails, drinks with ice, etc. A "beach blouse" for anyone looking for a versatile cover-up that hides your delicate shoulders from the sun. It's lightweight and so effortlessly chic, you could easily wear it off the sand as well! An Aerflo System that lets you carbonate water *ON THE GO!* That means you can take a fizzy drink with you, and when you run out, you can refill at a water fountain and fizz it up for round two. Each refillable capsule makes four bottles' worth, so you can stay hydrated in this heat. A hair-lightening spray to brighten up hair by TWO shades or more! Spritz a little of this citrus and chamomile spray onto damp hair, then activate it with heat-styling tools. I recommend blow-drying and hitting it with a curling iron or straightener for the best results. Over 7,000 5-star raters love it because it's less harsh than bleach and even works on dark hair. A bottle of Coppertone shimmering sunscreen offering just a subtle sprinkle of glitter, meaning people might briefly mistake you for a vampire. Plus, the SPF 50 will ensure you just sparkle like a Twilight vampire instead of burn like a True Blood one. Or Kopari Sun Shield Body Glow with SPF 30 if you're looking for some extra protection on your summer adventures. It's lightweight, absorbs quickly, smells coconut-y, and leaves you with a radiant glow that will make even the sun jealous. Liquid I.V. electrolyte drink mix in a variety of exciting, summer-ready flavors ranging from watermelon to pina colada. Besides being delicious, the electrolyte powder is formulated to help hydrate faster than plain water. It also just tastes good so you might be more likely to drink more in general. L'Oréal Paris BB Cream, a green-tinted formula that combats redness through the power of color theory. It doesn't stop there — it also works to even complexion, hydrate with vitamin E, and set the perfect stage for you to apply your makeup on. Your pink-cheeked friends will wonder how you're breezily surviving 95+-degree weather. Or an ultra-affordable E.l.f. color corrector that comes in a ton of shades to help counteract different types of discoloration, like redness and dark spots. Mix and match to create the perfect foundation for the rest of your compliment-magnet makeup routine. A set of limited edition Band-Aids with cute, summery floral designs because who said a papercut can't be a fashion statement? Ogx Argan Oil of Morocco Curl-Defining Cream for curls so bouncy you'll be jumping for joy (and to show them off). The argan oil-boosted formula moisturizes and tames frizz (nice try, summer humidity!) while adding a level of volume and shine you'd normally expect from a much higher price point. Whether you tell people how you achieved this level of hair perfection is up to you. A candle boasting a summery scent reminiscent of cucumber, cut grass — and tennis balls! Your guests are gonna come in and be like, "why does your home smell like tennis?!" A L'Oreal glow-enhancing lotion that'll have you feeling like the Baby Sun from Teletubbies. Mix this glycerin-infused illuminator with your favorite moisturizer or foundation, wear it as a makeup base, or use it as a highlighter for that coveted lit-from-within look. If you aren't sick of compliments yet, you're about to be! A UPF 50 beach tent to create a lil' den-like area for the sun-fearing beachgoers among us. It has room for up to 10 people (depending on what size you get), folds up nicely for easy traveling, and promises not to easily blow away in the wind like some umbrellas I know. 😒 A coconut lip scrub that uses jojoba and avocado oil to help soften lips and leave them smelling like a tropical getaway. Name a scent more summery than coconut. I'll wait! 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A limited edition (!!) Eos 'Nilla Milkshake Flavor Lab lip balm set from the brand's "secret menu" complete with Marshmallow Fluff, Vanilla Creme, Salted Caramel, and Vanilla Toffee for the ultimate in lip care luxury. Adorable bonus — it also comes with teensy stickers to decorate your balms in the most nostalgic way possible! Vlasic's Pickle Balls, a flavored puff with a cult following so feral that the last place I'd want to be is in between one of these bags and a fan. If you're a pickle fan, this will be a low-risk, high-reward buy that might just reach your Snack Pantheon, too. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit for anyone on their "happy accidents" beat — this itty bitty set comes with everything you need to create three tiny masterpieces of your very own. A Jellycat-inspired coffee mug so precious that you'll shed a tiny tear into your coffee every morning, overwhelmed by its cuteness. Look at those itty bitty legs and that wee happy smile!! A pound of cereal marshmallows because truly I think we're all hard-pressed to think of a scenario that *doesn't* warrant having an emergency bag of these to whip out for the occasion. Pro-tip to refrigerate these babies if you want 'em extra crunchy. A set of cheerful Lego botanical "happy plants," aka your new favorite coworkers. How can capitalism bring you down when these two are smiling up at you all day long? All the joys of having an office plant without the shame of your coworkers being like, "Shouldn't you ... maybe ... water that??" Dove's Coconut Milk & Sugar Lychee Body Wash so moisturizing, gentle, and decadently-scented that it will send you straight to your ~happy place~ every time you lather it on. This is especially lovely for sensitive skin, since the plant milk base is nutrient-rich and sulfate-free to keep your skin feeling eeextra soft and loved. McCormick's Potato Topping Seasoning for anyone who's not afraid to get a little feral about their air-fried, mashed, and baked potatoes — this blend of salt, garlic, and asiago cheese is so mouthwateringly delicious that you'll be dumping it on everything from popcorn to grilled cheese to guacamole. Welly's Color-Changing Bandages that will change color in the sunlight and make you feel like you have superpowers. Parents especially love these as a fun distraction for ouchies (and honestly, who wouldn't love them for the fashion statement?). It's really just a bonus that these are some of the best quality bandages on the market — I'm talking holy grail over here. Wikki Stix, the ultimate in mess-free, silent, distracting fidgets — you can take these little wax sticks and push them into any shape you please, and stick them on surfaces without worrying about residue or marks. Parents especially love these for when kids are waiting at restaurants or on flights! A reviewer-beloved Choco Musk concentrated perfume rollerball that's taking the affordable perfume world by storm — this is perfect for anyone who loooooves the smell of warm vanilla, spicy amber, and musky cocoa. Bonus: it's made without alcohol, so it doesn't have that chemical smell and will effortlessly blend with other scents! A retro-style Comfort Pro rocking camp chair in a newer "Sweet Tea" color combo so darling that all of its cool features will be just an extra perk. Reviewers have loved this cult-fave, lightweight outdoor chair for years because it's super lightweight, portable, and ohhhh-so-comfortable when you're sitting for long spells during games, camping trips, or other outdoor events. Now it's cuter than it's ever been!! Nyx's brand new "Smushy" Matte Lip Balm made with mochi rice powder (!!) for the ultimate subtly blended soft matte look. Reviewers love that it's buildable, moisturizing, gives their lips a ~natural~ look, and comes in delicious flavors like cherry pie and raspberry sorbet 😋. A Labubu-shaped candy, chocolate, and ice mold so you can celebrate your love for these sleep demons I mean adorable companions by turning them into a little TREAT. This is also a great option for a Labubu-themed cake — it's heat-safe up to 446℉! Murdle, Volume 1, a true essential for anyone who relaxes to true crime podcasts or Only Murders in the Building. The book is full of 100 mystery-themed logic puzzles with four different levels of difficulty that they can do solo or with pals, and in order or out of order (although if they do it in order, they get the full scoop on Deductive Logico and Inspector Irratino, whose hilarious misadventures guide you through the book). A set of espresso martini instant cocktail tea bags — all the sophistication of tea, the zing! of coffee, and the 😜 of a cheeky cocktail, without the exorbitant bar price tags. All you have to do is add three ounces of cold water, 1.5 ounces of hard liquor, and the tea sachet into a glass, and you'll have a delicious cocktail in one minute. A ridiculously adorable ladybug light-up insect trap so you can de-bug your home *and* add some cuteness to it at the same time. The light trap is designed to catch bugs on the underside of the wings, so you won't have to look at the "ick" of them until you're ready for cleanup. Comfort Food, a "bold and easy" coloring book for teens and adults that will satisfy your sweet tooth, your salt tooth, *and* your creative streak. This cozy, nostalgic, oh-so-delicious coloring book is just the latest edition of many beloved stress-relieving coloring books from this series! A light-up solar frog figurine for your garden or porch so when you come home from that "just one drink" dinner past midnight, this croaky lil' fella can lovingly judge you for it. Patchology's "Rosé Toes" moisturizing foot mask to give your dry, cracked heels some shea butter, strawberry oil-infused relief in 10 minutes flat — not unlike the glass of rosé that hits at Friday happy hour. Reviewers are genuinely impressed by how much of a difference these make in so little time! A set of Wicked-inspired glasses designed to look just like Anthropologie's icon glasses, but make it ~witchy~. It will be giving "happy hour in the Oz Dust ballroom" in the best way. A stackable set of sheep toilet roll holders so you're never caught in a baaaaaaaa-d situation without an extra bit of TP to spare. A guided visual sloth "breathing partner" you can use for meditation and calm to shift your mindset. 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Lego's August Releases Are Going Merry
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