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Promising review: "These sunglasses are an amazing value! I don't like purchasing expensive sunglasses, and these actually feel like they are expensive. They are heavy-duty, very sturdy, and not flimsy at all. Feel and look fabulous without breaking the bank!" —theashleymaz 

Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in nine colors and two lens sizes).

Promising review: "I’m kind of a French press coffee snob to the point that I have an electric grinder for the perfect coarseness of coffee beans and an electric kettle that has temperature control for the perfect 180-degree water, and this press meets all of my requirements for a perfect cup of coffee." —Jackie D. Easterling

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two sizes and also available in dark pewter and silver).

Promising review: "I’ve had these amazing pillows for 6+ months now, and they are still just as plump and amazing as the day I received them. I’ve spent $50+ on pillows in the past for them to lose shape and support within months, so the fact that these are still so plump and supportive is amazing to me. I am both a side, back, and stomach sleeper, and I can sleep comfortably in all positions with these pillows! MUST HAVE!" —Jennifer Cook

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in three sizes).

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Promising review: "These things are freaking awesome! I have a terrible time with allergies, which causes dark under-eye rings and puffy skin. Used these little slimy patches under my eyes and was amazed at the result! Not only did they feel cool and soothing while on, but I noticed a definite improvement right away. The puffiness was significantly reduced, as well as a definite reduction in the dark coloration. The results were even evident the next day — and noticed by my husband, who NEVER notices things like that. I plan on using them a couple of times a week during peak allergies and then once a week after that. Very satisfied." —Alicia Melvin

Promising review: "This is the product to buy instead of the more expensive brand (the well-known one with the tipsy animal name lol). The color is beautiful. It's just as good as the $$$ brand." —ANDREA BALKIEWICZ

Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (available in five shades).

Promising review: "Have I become a salt snob? I asked for a marble salt box for Valentine's Day, and I couldn't very well put common table salt inside such a beautiful thing, could I? No. I did a bit of research and found out that Maldon's sea salt flakes are the gold standard...even better than the pink salt I bought at the big box store that rhymes with Bosco! This salt's texture is a delight, and the flavor is clean and bright (without being sharp). This is a little luxury in my kitchen, and every time I use it, I'm like, 'Dang. This is the good life!'" —Indiana A.

Get a box from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in two sizes and also available in smoked salt).

Promising review: "They are so pretty and get lots of compliments! They easily fit in the dishwasher, too." —William T Dryden

Get it from Amazon for $40.99+ (available in two styles).

BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord has it and says, "I started putting this on my end-of-the-week whiskey drink (2021 made me go full Mad Men, who knew!!) and it is SO darn satisfying. I tried the citrus petals version, and it's got a light lemon, faint floral, and vaguely minty taste with its sweetness that just makes the whole experience a delight and a half. The container it comes in is actually quite wide, so what we did was pour lemon juice on the top half to prep the rim, and a bit of sugar in the bottom half to coat it. In other news, I am officially too fancy to exist."

Promising review: "Since COVID-19, I have become my own bartender. Taco Tuesdays and margaritas! The lime comes through so well with this salt. I use it for Bloody Marys as well. It is thick and chunky, so there's a learning curve to get the right amount of salt on. Don't press down too hard if you don't like a lot of salt. I do like extra salt, but my husband said it was a little much for him, so I have mastered just a light salt for him." —cobrajet427

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five flavors).

This variety pack comes from small biz Cleverfy.

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Promising review: "I am so glad Amazon suggested these! They truly make your regular morning shower into a spa experience. So delightful! I ordered some for myself and loved them so much that I am ordering them for a bunch of friends and family as a last-minute Christmas gift. They smell so good and are also really pretty and come in a perfect package for gifting. Thank you, Cleverfy!!" —Kelly

Promising review: "I needed a lighted mirror to do my makeup at my desk, and this one is amazing! This mirror does everything I need. It charged right up, comes with a cord, has adjustable brightness (hold your finger down on the light button), is tilt-able…I mean, what else is there? It’s a great value for sure!" —Mary B

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in black and white).

Plus, BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord is a big fan:

"I am not a new human to the tubing mascara game, and in fact readily spent $26 on the famous OG blend from Blinc every time it needed replacing. I didn't even love it for the length half as much as the fact that tubing mascara like this genuinely never smudges, but can I just say — regardless of price, the E.l.f. tubing mascara formula blows all the others I've tried out of the water. It gives me way more length and volume than other brands, slides on so much more easily, stays put ALL day, and never, ever smudges. My favorite part, though, is how gently and easily it comes off with soap and water. In the past, other mascara removals have felt rough on my lashes, but this comes off so fast that I'm like ??? was I even wearing mascara a minute ago?? Anyway, I hesitate even writing this review because I want to gatekeep the hell out of this before it sells out, but the world needed to know. I'm a big fan of the brown shade (which is what I'm wearing above!), but it also comes in black and soft black."

Get it from Amazon for $8 (available in three shades). 

Reviewers even say they're easier to pull on than Uggs!

Promising review: "I had these on my wishlist for a while but was skeptical. I’m glad I finally ordered them! They fit perfectly and are SO much easier to put on than my real Ugg minis, which I love. They’re very comfy and warm. Highly recommend! Glad I bought them to wear while I wait for Ugg to restock their tan ultra minis." —Violet

Get it from Amazon for $30+ (available in women's sizes 6–12 regular, 6.5–11 wide, and in 13 colors). 

BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga owns one and says, "I finally caved and ordered one and, TBH, I'm very excited about this new addition to my family. Admittedly, my kids have tossed it around on our rug, and it has picked up some 'debris,' but other than that, it does exactly what it should! It's created a designated home for my drinks and remotes on the couch, keeping them out of immediate danger from my wild toddlers. No regrets!"

Promising review: "This stays in my bed and holds my cup of water, meds, remote, reading glasses, etc. Now, I don't lose anything and have my things ready right when I need them. Highly recommend this product!" —Chrissy

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in nine colors).

Promising review: "I never purchase perfumes online without smelling them first, but this price was so good I figured it wouldn't be too much of a risk. OMG, this was one of the best purchases I've made this year! It smells amazing! I apologize in advance. I am great with words but horrible at describing perfumes, so I hope this makes sense. It's a strong scent that lasts longer than a day, especially if you put it on your clothes. It's a heavy scent, not floral, but warm and luscious but I don't smell amber notes...all I can say is get this perfume!" —obelle40

Promising review: "Dress fits amazing [and is] very comfortable. I wore it to a wedding, and because it has a little stretch, I wore it a year later for my maternity photos. Got so many compliments. Gorgeous burnt orange/rust color." —Ron

Get it from Amazon for $71.99+ (available in women's sizes 4–26 and in seven colors).

Promising review: "Man oh man, I love this gadget. I saw it on TikTok, and I'm so glad I purchased it. The adhesion is impeccable, really strong. The screen cover doesn't fog up. Snaps tightly shut. Works exactly as I hoped." —Logsdon6

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two shapes and seven colors).

Promising review: "First, let me say I LOVE THIS RING!!!! I wear it all the time. I've been wearing it for over a month now, and in the beginning, I tried to take it off when doing dishes, showering, and washing my hands. After about two weeks, I just decided to leave it on, and it has been fine. I never take it off. The ring is true to size. It's not too thin or thick, feels great on, and it is durable. The only con is that the stones can sometimes look cloudy. Other than that, I love it; couldn't be happier, it's great for the price, and I am very pleased." —tracy k revels

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes 5–10 and four colors). 

Promising review: "Heavenly mat. Well, I just took a very long bath with music from Pandora (Nora Jones radio) and a glass of wine. I had such a relaxing time, I didn't want to get out (had to get another glass of wine) — I was in the tub for so long. This is the most comfortable bath mat that I have ever used. I have bought others only to throw them away. I have to tell everyone who loves to relax in the tub but is uncomfortable after a while, this quilted mat will not only give you comfort, but it will spoil you...buy one and enjoy." —LP

Promising review: "My girls and I love decorating our nails with these. They are super easy to apply, too" —Willmarie

Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in three color combinations).

Promising review: "Better than I expected. The pearls are snugly placed on the very sturdy pins. I have no concerns about the pearls popping off. Also, I have curly hair, but through some weird trickery, I have never had a hair get snagged in between the pearls. I was fully prepared to have to suffer at the end of the night by ripping these out of my head and sacrificing a few strands, but I still have not had to!" —Brianna De Armas

McKinnon's Dry Craft Cocktails is a small biz!

Promising review: "I think that pineapple jalapeño is my favorite, but I really enjoyed the other flavors, too. I’m actually infusing it now for a third time!! It says it will work twice, but why not try? Such a great taste! Will definitely purchase again, going to try some other flavors, too. These will also make really cute hostess gifts. So unique and fun!" —Sam

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in lots of other flavors).

Promising review: "I purchased this beautiful mirror for my vanity table, and it’s the perfect size for that purpose, but it’s so well made and beautifully designed that it can be used in a variety of ways to enhance any space or room. I’m very happy with my purchase, and you will be too." —Washington DC

Get it from Amazon for $92.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 5 finishes).

Sweet Water Decor is a woman-owned small biz making candles, mugs, home decor, and more!

Promising review: "Literally one of the most amazing-smelling candles I've ever owned. It looks so aesthetically pleasing and is just overall a great candle. If you leave it burning for around 30 minutes, the room will smell so nice. Definitely worth the $20!!" —Cassie

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three other scents).

Promising review: "If my house caught on fire, this is the first thing I’d grab. But seriously, this is one of my favorite things in my whole house. I feel like it tied my entire room together. I get so many compliments on it, and it's seriously so cozy and well-made. My only complaint would be how hard thing thing makes it to get out of bed in the mornings. It’s incredibly soft and isn’t the type of 'fur' that will mat and get gross-looking over time. I rely heavily on reviews when I buy things, so I’m here to tell you — if you’re on the fence about buying this...do it!! Also, the pillowcases are amazing. Super soft and the pompom fringe is adorable." —Sk

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes twin–king and 33 colors).

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Promising review: "I got this sound machine for my baby. This is so much better than I thought; the volume is perfect and adjustable. The light is bright, and you can change the color, and it’s not, like, blinding bright, but you can see. All the different sounds are killer options; the brown noise is literally helping us all sleep. When the baby moves to their own room, I think I’m going to have to order a second one for our room. 10/10 recommend. Look no further, get this one for sure." —Taylor Williams

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three colors).

I just got mine, and what can I say? My Instagram ads know me a little too well. It's super soft, and the bright cobalt blue color really pops! This water-resistant bag is wide enough to fit a 17" laptop, so it really is an on-the-go bag. Plus, there's an inner and exterior pocket, so storage options abound! You truly can't go wrong.

Get it from Olend for $115 (available in lots of colors).

Promising review: "I’ve been searching for a pair of slippers for a long time. Have literally bought and returned many. I bought a pair for my husband, and he loved them, so I decided to try them. So glad I did. Love the color, fit, comfort, and warmth. Also, machine washable. I’m going to buy another style. Highly recommend." —J

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–12 and 10 colors). 

Promising review: "Beautiful and functional. I love it; it’s sturdy and pretty and perfect for taking my nighttime pills before bed." —Suzanne Roth

Promising reviews: "I can’t figure out how anybody could like Swiss Miss better than this. This tastes like milky chocolate and isn’t as sickeningly sugary. It dissolves so smoothly! I would always get bummed at the gross sludge at the bottom of my mug of Swiss Miss, but at the bottom of this is nothing! There’s no gritty texture or sludge. Every drop is delicious! My new favorite. Also, I love plain Cadbury milk chocolate bars, and I do taste them in this hot chocolate." —Lizzie

"This is the best hot chocolate that I have ever had! Rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture, and it dissolves easily. I had it many times in Australia, but have trouble finding it locally. For a short while, you could get it at World Market. So glad I could get it on Amazon! Try it, you’ll love it!" —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "This is my second time buying this product, as I used up my entire bottle from the first time I purchased it. I read that this was a great alternative to the raved-about Paula’s Choice AHA/BHA Exfoliating Toner. I have to agree that the comparison is accurate. This price point can’t be beat, and you get the exact same results for much less cost. One bottle also lasts a long time and I use it by dropping the toner directly onto my hands then patting into my face rather than a cotton pad…even by doing that method one bottle still goes a long way. Non-irritating, great for acne-prone skin, and not drying." —RICH & LISA

It heats up in just one minute and reaches the highest temperature in just six minutes. It *also* has up to 60 minutes of heating time.

Promising review: "Not only is this great for robes and towels (the dogs greatly appreciate it too after a bath), but blankets, socks, and jammies are awesome too. There’s even a holder inside the lid that allows you to place fragrance discs in for adding a lavender scent for bedtime. Definitely worth the investment for pampering yourself." —K. Evans

Get it from Amazon for $89.98+ (available in two sizes and colors).

Promising review: "This gadget is amazing. It does not take up any space, is easy to use, and easy to clean. When you are done steaming your face, it feels incredible. Your pores are opened up, and your skin feels soft and clean; it's ready for the products you like to use. It has made a huge difference in my skin in just the few times that I have used it so far." —missusms

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two styles and colors).

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