
If You're Old Enough To Have Actually Experienced The Y2K Era, These 25 Target Products Will Probably Excite You
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If you're "sometimes I randomly remember all the lyrics to the Destiny's Child song from the Charlie's Angels soundtrack" years old, you'll find something to like in here.
1. A white-noise machine, because is it just me, or does, like, literally any sound on earth wake you up these days? This simple white noise machine doesn't involve any apps, bells or whistles — just an adjustable volume setting, and over 200 5-star reviews.
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Promising review: " We can't live without this! As a family of four, each bedroom has one. We pack them when we travel, and it's usually first on my packing list. During the summer, we sleep with windows open, so it helps block out the sounds of crickets. Definitely needed if you sleep with a companion (human or dog!) who is a loud breather. I've had mine for at least two years and it's still going strong." — Mom411
2. And a Nodpod weighted eye blanket, for anyone who hit their 30s and found that sleep suddenly transformed from "my top hobby" to "thing I can't remember how to do??" This weighted sleep mask targets important pressure points that help you relax and decompress... plus, you can't look at social media while it's on, which can only improve anyone's nighttime routine.
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Promising review:"Toddler mom and night shift RN, and I love this mask. It puts me to sleep in under five minutes every time, no matter if I'm waking up at 1 p.m. or 3 a.m. I'm a side sleeper, and it's worked so well for me! A little FYI: It does say on the packaging that the goal is to get you to sleep/back to sleep, not stay on your head all night, so for anyone who wants it on 24/7, this isn't the mask for you. For any type of sleep, I find myself wanting it and being excited to lie down, knowing I'm not going to toss and turn for 30 minutes until I fall asleep! It is on the pricier side, but I would still definitely recommend it!!!!" — TiredMama
3. A Theragun massage gun because not to generalize... but if you're reading this, your back probably hurts. This percussive massage tool has three attachments, so no matter what tight muscle or weird strain is giving you trouble, you have the tools to send it packing. Plus, the easy-to-hold triangle handle ensures that you won't accidentally drop it, disturbing your oh-so-relaxing massage session.
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Promising review: " I bought this as a gift for my son for Christmas, but one day my sciatica was acting up and I asked to borrow it. Just a few minutes of use gave me hours of relief." — Justme
4. An Instax Mini Bundle to take instant mini photos any time you like. Perfect for parties, kiddos, and for anyone whose parents wouldn't buy them an Instax in middle school. Who's in charge now, Mom?!
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Bundle includes INSTAX MINI 40 Instant Camera and INSTAX MINI Instant Film Pack.
Promising review:"I absolutely love the color of the camera, it is so vibrant! Basic bundle but a good deal over all. I like the feel of the Mini 40. I also have the Mini 11 so this is a nice upgrade. Small and fits in my purse. Everyone has been in awe when I show them and of course they love the prints I take." — Delpy
5. A set of two bamboo drawer dividers so that you can know the joy and peace that can only come from dividing up your T-shirt drawer by color.
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Promising review:"I love how versatile these dividers are; I use them in drawers as well as shelving. They're very attractive and make it very easy to keep things separated/organized." — lilyflynn
Price: $26
6. A wine-purifying tool that removes sulfites, aka the stuff that causes wine headaches. Now that you're more of an "enjoy a nice wine with dinner" person than a "50 cent shots all night at that one bar near campus that only has black lights" person, this is a game changer.
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Promising review:"I've owned this purifier for three years. It's awesome. Used to always get headaches from sulfites in red wine, but this took care of that. It doesn't change the taste of the wine, either. It's a little pricey, and you have to buy filters, but if you get bad headaches and love wine, it will be worth it. Their customer service is also top-notch. We accidentally threw away a small part of the device, contacted the company, and they shipped us a replacement part for free. Five stars all around! Cheers!" — Cat Milgar
7. A jar of E.l.f. Holy Hydration! face cream with SPF 30 broad spectrum sunscreen, because, hey, you're busy as heck! You don't have time to mess with 40 different products in the a.m. This one-and-done product is filled with hyaluronic acid and peptides to soothe and plump your skin, while also giving you the sun protection you need for the day.
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Promising review: "I recently purchased this out of curiosity after reading several reviews as I'm still trying to find my perfect fit moisturizer for my skincare routine. I am really loving this one for daytime use! The texture is so creamy and it glides on easily and my skin really does feel soft and moisturized for most of the day. It does have a light fragrance but I find it very pleasant and it doesn't irritate my senses or skin. I also love that this has SPF in it as well. I have used many different high-dollar brand-name moisturizers and I would absolutely repurchase and recommend this one above them all at this point." — veitah1
8. A weighted knit blanket that just looks a little bit more design-forward than your standard fleece-covered weighted blanket. This beauty (which is knit from weighted tubes, rather than filled with glass beads) will compliment your rustic, boho or coastal decor... and its 12-pound weight will complement your need to feel cozy as all heck.
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Read more about how to choose a weight and what these blankets help with and how from Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review:"I purchased on a whim and this blanket is wonderful. I am sleeping so much better. It is exactly 12 pounds and I find the knit material to provide some breathability while being sturdy but soft. I traded my bead-filled weighted blanket for this and feel it is definitely worth the price. It looks like a regular throw blanket and I purchased the blush color which is beautiful, making it visually appealing as well. I recommend!" — FL
9. A Y2K fashion coloring book, because you don't really want to go back to the days of ultra low-rise jeans and iPods... but it would be fun to revisit it with a few crayons at the end of a long day.
10. A water flosser for anyone whose dentist is... let's say "underwhelmed" with your flossing capabilities. This water tool gently removes 99.9% of plaque bacteria, which will leave both your mouth and oral health service provider happier.
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Promising review:"So much easier than flossing. I add mouthwash to the water so I can do two things at once, and it saves me time. Also, my dental checkups are so much better!" — Me1234
11. A Coop adjustable memory foam pillow that might sound like a lot to spend on a single pillow at first, but if you seem to constantly wake up with new neck or shoulder pains, it's beyond worth it. Coop pillows are full of adjustable shredded memory foam — add foam in for a firmer pillow, take foam out for a softer one.
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Promising review:"I've had this for about a year now and it's the best pillow I've ever had. It's the perfect density — my head and neck are supported, but I never get a stiff neck because the foam still has some plush that you expect from down pillows. And unlike the MyPillow my partner has, this pillow has yet to flatten out or need a trip to the dryer to be re-fluffed. It also stays much cooler than my partner's pillow, which is great for hot sleepers like myself. I'm a side, stomach, and back sleeper and am always comfortable now. Worth every penny!!" — caroline
12. A tube of ColourPop chrome eyeshadow, because you absolutely had eyeshadow like this that you loved back in the '00s. The difference? This creamy formula will last all day (unlike your old eyeshadow, which would sweat off after just a few minutes of dancing to Fergie).
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Promising review:"Super sparkly, super pigmented, super long-lasting!! Very impressed with this eyeshadow. Goes on easily, is smooth but thick, and can be spread with a brush to a translucent sparkle. Lasted all day and needed a minor touch-up to wear the next day. I'll be buying more colors!!" — Yourfairelady
13. A robot mop and vacuum that is the epitome of the mature "work smarter, not harder" mindset. Or, I guess, actually, it's the epitome of the "don't work at all, make a robot clean all the muddy dog footprints off your hardwood floors" mindset.
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Promising review:"Currently obsessed with this thing. Love it so much. Such an improvement over the last robot vacuum/mop we bought and returned a couple of years ago. So far, I feel it is totally worth the extra money over the other brands. I have especially been surprised at the customization to cleaning different areas, from suction power to the rise of carpets and grain direction for wood floors! Also been surprised at it not getting stuck anywhere yet. It can go under and over better than my old robot did. Also, it is much quieter than I expected. I will probably start running the mop at night. The only con is my toddler is afraid of it, lol." — ElleB
14. A Google 4K TV streamer with voice search, because seriously, typing on a remote feels like going back to the days of T9 texting. Save yourself time and annoyance with this touch-free model ("Hey Google, play Lizzie McGuire!"). Plus, it has a much more streamlined and ~aesthetic~ look than most other streaming devices.
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15. A backseat organizer that has a clear iPad pocket to entertain the kiddos, but this isn't just for parents! It's also for pet owners who want to organize Fido's travel accessories, or anyone whose backseat has become a vast wasteland of forgotten water bottles, reusable shopping totes, and — yikes — Pringles in a flavor they haven't manufactured since 2017.
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Promising review:"This is a perfect size for my minivan seats. The kids were excited to have a place for their iPad Minis, and it kept everything within reach and OFF the floor! Just got these for a road trip but thinking I will leave them on all the time!" — Elizabeth N
Price: $18.29
16. A travel tech accessory organizer so you can tackle all your phone-charging and headphone-finding needs on your trips like a pro (instead of taking everything out of your purse to find your USB cable, and accidentally leaving your passport at the airport... again).
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17. A collapsible wheeled tote bag that goes from "small suitcase" to "teeny tiny folded up thing" in 10 seconds flat, because it turns out that What A Girl (Or Literally Anyone) Wants is a bag that can hold all your stuff when you travel, but won't take up a ton of room at home.
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18. A sunrise alarm clock, because it's a gentler way to wake up. Imagine what a better morning mood you'll have if you wake up to a gradually increasing soft glow, instead of those cursed iPhone alarm chimes.
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You probably already know the deal with these kinds of clocks — they start to grow brighter a few minutes before your actual get-out-of-bed time, so you can wake up gradually instead of all at once — and this particular one offers a wonderfully affordable way to give the whole thing a shot.
Promising review: 'Great clock and night light! I use this as my alarm clock. The light feature that turns on 15 minutes prior to my set alarm time is wonderful! It slowly gets brighter and I am always awake before the alarm sounds. It's nice to not wake up the whole house. The night light feature options are very pretty and nice to have just before going to sleep.' — JB
19. A floral three-speed Crosley Bluetooth record player that's perfect both for folks who were serious vinyl fans back in the day and people who are new to vinyl and want an adorable, not-too-pricey starter sound system.
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Promising review:"The first thing that drew me to this specific record player was the design! Let me tell you, it is even more beautiful in person. I was concerned with the reviews stating it was skipping and the records weren't playing correctly, but I haven't had a single issue with it! I am so glad I didn't listen to those reviews because I would've missed out on a beautiful, well-priced record player!" — Kate
20. A Dyson cordless vacuum because once, you were a person who got super excited about new Christina Aguilera albums. Now, you're a person who gets super excited about lightweight, cordless, bagless vacuums with 40 minutes of run time... and also new Christina Aguilera albums. You contain multitudes! Especially when it comes to pop music and home cleaning!
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Promising review:"Nothing like a cordless vacuum! It makes cleaning fun again. The Dyson does a wonderful job and even does the stairs. The only downside is that it does not hold a charge long but still so much easier to navigate than a big upright sweeper." — Rheen
21. A deep conditioning hair treatment for folks who find that years of coloring and chemically treating their hair have left it a little exhausted-looking. This sulfate-free formula will leave you with hair that's shinier than Jennifer Garner's smile in 13 Going on 30.
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Promising review: 'Love it! I used to work outside, so my hair was damaged, to say the least. I used other hair masks, but none were helping my hair until I came across with this, and oh my goodness, after the first use my hair smelled and felt amazing. I have been using it for over a year and I will never go back to another hair mask.' — Yes it works
Price: $17.99
22. A Kate Spade portable Bluetooth speaker, because back in the day, you coveted Kate Spade's fancy purses and whimsical headbands. You still love the style, but now, you'd like something a little more practical. Did I mention that it's water resistant? Go ahead and blast that Y2K playlist on your next beach day.
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Promising review: " This speaker connected easily to my iPhone and the sound quality is GREAT! I'd say the sound is as good as the two Bose portable speakers I own. I love the attractive design and portability. More than worth the price!" — WiredandSassy
Price: $50
23. A Keurig K-Cafe smart single-serve coffee maker that makes cappuccinos and lattes as well as regular coffee — and makes them via app, over Wi-Fi, without you even getting out of bed. Could you have even dreamed of such a thing back in the TRL era??
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Promising review:"I recently got the Keurig K-Café smart coffee maker and it's honestly amazing. The Wi-Fi feature is super convenient — I can start brewing from my phone, which is perfect for those mornings when I'm still half asleep. The different brew sizes are great too, whether I'm just grabbing a small cup or need a big one to power through the day. The milk frother is such a nice touch, and I've been making some really good lattes and cappuccinos at home. It's way easier to use than I expected, and cleaning it has been simple too. The black design looks sleek on my counter, which is a bonus. If you're thinking about upgrading your coffee setup, I'd totally recommend this one. It's been a game changer for me." — Isaac
Price: $199.99
24. A pair of subtle platform sneakers, because you did kitten heels the first time around, and you're not doing them again. Instead, when the retro footwear itch strikes, grab these, which are a more sophisticated version of your favorite kicks from the aughts.
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Promising review: "I looove these! Such a cute, retro sneaker. I'm very snobby about shoes even though I'm more of an athletic person in terms of shoes. These definitely have a Vans vibe to them." — Bat Mama
Price: $30 (originally $40; available in sizes 6—11)
25. An Our Place ceramic nonstick Always pan that bakes, broils, fries, steams, braises, sears, and so much more. And it looks amazing, and comes in six different colors. Use it to cook something even more delicious than Dunkaroos.
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The set includes an Always Pan 2.0 in original nonstick, a modular steam-release lid, a nesting beechwood spatula, and a steamer basket and colander.
Promising review:"I love the quality of the pan and lid. The nonstick ceramic surface works beautifully. The pan heats evenly, and food cooks efficiently." — Christina
Price: $125 (available in six colors)
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You Exist! Welcome to BuzzFeed! Have 100 points. That is a lot of points. Earned Jun 3, 2025 First Post You made your first post! Is it glorious? Is it terrible? Who cares, you made one! Great job. Earned 6 minutes ago Homepage Hero Your post got promoted to the homepage of BuzzFeed Dot Com, the website! Our team of writers loved it so much that with a little spit and polish, they put it right up on the fridge. Right where everyone can see it! Not yet earned Challenge Winner Your creativity and hard work shone through and you won a freakin' Community Challenge! Congratulations, pard'ner. Not yet earned List Legend When everyone else zigged, you zagged. When everyone took the low road, you took the high road. When everyone posted nothing but quizzes, you're out here posting lists. Hero. Here's your trophy. Not yet earned Lord of Lists We knew you were a whiz at making lists before, but now you've made THREE lists?! You're truly everything we aspire to be, and one day we hope to be half the genius you are. Not yet earned 100k Views A hundo thow views. Nice. Not yet earned 250k Views A quarter of a million views! You really have the posts with the mosts. Views, that is. Not yet earned 500k Views Five hundred thousand views on your posts. That's incredible! Statistically, you're excelling yourself. We asked a data scientist and he said it's true! Not yet earned 1m Views A cool milzo. These are rare. Like a beautiful statue which isn't covered in bird poo. Not yet earned Could You BE Making Any More Posts? We can't seem to 'PIVOT' away from your incredible posts, and we never want you to 'go on a break' from creating these posts we love so much. Anyway, congrats on getting 5 Friends posts promoted! Not yet earned You Don't Need To Calm Down We promise that we'll never find another like you. Ya know, someone else who has gotten 5 Taylor Swift posts promoted to the homepage. Not yet earned Best of 2022 Thanks to your ingenuity and knowledge of all things internet, you showed everyone up and are in the top 1% of BuzzFeed Community creators in 2022! From quizzes to lists, you can do it all — and now you have a trophy to show off and prove you're one of the best of the year. Not yet earned Fairest Of Them All Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who has had 5 Disney posts promoted to the BuzzFeed homepage? It's you, obviously! We don't have any attractive heroes coming to save you, but here's a trophy, which is just as good — trust us. Not yet earned Golden Genius You ain't no snitch, but you do know everything about the Harry Potter universe. Since you got 5 posts promoted to the homepage, here's a lil' Quidditch gift for ya. Not yet earned Slime Time You soaked up episodes of SpongeBob, got Odd with the Fairies, and mentally spent a lot of time at Good Burger. You were and are a Nick kid through and through, but we don't need to tell you that since you've already Figured It Out, haven't you? (We could go on forever, don't test us.) Not yet earned K-Pop Konnoisseur You know every dance, you know every word, and let's be real, no one can make you budge about your bias. Congrats on getting your K-Pop post promoted to the front page of BuzzFeed — here's a trophy! Not yet earned Totally Stylin' Oh baby, you're ~golden~, and we're gonna give you a (Watermelon Sugar) high by handing you your very own Harry Styles trophy, just for writing a post about him. Not yet earned Animal Lover From reptiles to fluffy felines and tiny rats to giant whales, your love of animals knows no bounds. Your animal-themed post was promoted. Thanks for making the world a more cuddly place. Meow. Not yet earned XOXO Roses are red, / Poems are quoted. / You wrote about love, / and your post was promoted! Not yet earned Sucker For Love You love all things about love, and we can't blame you. We can't give you a little kiss, so here's a trophy for getting 5 posts promoted instead. Not yet earned Snacks on Snacks on Snacks All you do is think about food, obviously, or else you wouldn't have made a post about it. We don't blame you, and actually applaud you. We'd give you a feast, but we don't feel like it. So here's a trophy. Not yet earned Food Fanatic You're really ~hungry~ for more trophies, aren't you? No? Then why do you make so many food posts?! We're actually not mad, just impressed. Here's another one, and we hope it's as satisfying as your next droolworthy meal. Not yet earned Up, Up, And Away For you, the thought of packing a bag and exploring a new place is unlike any other. Whether you're dreaming of stomping through the rainforest or hitting up the city that's been on your bucket list for years, travel is something you can't deny loving, so we'll do the best we can and give you a trophy since you've expressed your love for it in a post. Not yet earned Super Stan You know the thrilling feeling of staying up 'til a new song release at midnight and everyone trusts you to make the perfect playlist for every occasion and mood. Let's face it, you're just a master of all things music, so here's a trophy since you wrote a post about it! Not yet earned Cinema Savvy You've been to countless midnight showings and have spent half of your life savings on theater popcorn — but hey, baby, that's a small price to pay to be a true film fanatic. You made a movie-themed post, we loved it, here's a trophy! Not yet earned Film Fiend When it comes to movies, you're addicted. From comedy to horror and musicals to documentaries, you've seem 'em all. Since you made three posts about movies, we're giving you a trophy to celebrate your expertise. Not yet earned Know-It-All You love testing everyone on their knowledge of pop culture, school you are a true trivia master, and no one can deny that! Sometimes it's okay to show off, so here's a lil' something for ya. Not yet earned Master of Knowledge You made three trivia quizzes, and we loved them so much that we had to promote them to the front page of BuzzFeed! There's no doubt that during the next trivia night, we call dibs on being your partner. Not yet earned In The Stars Let's be real: Whenever you meet someone, you check your zodiac compatibility. Smart, honestly. Whether you're a total Gemini, fiery Aries, emotional Pisces, or anything in-between, you know the importance of star signs. And that's why you're getting a trophy because we liked your post about it. Not yet earned Nerdy for Nostalgia Nostalgia just hits different, okay? From 'I Love Lucy' to 'Fresh Prince' to 'Lizzie McGuire,' you're all about living in the past — and that's totally rad in our book. Not yet earned Heart On Your comment got 10 hearts. Here's a trophy to commemorate the foundation of your little fan club! Not yet earned Hearty Animal Can you feel the love tonight? You got 50 hearts on one comment. Have another hit of serotonin to celebrate!!! Not yet earned Heartthrob ONE HUNDRED HEARTS!! I almost feel bad for you, because you're going to be chasing this feeling forever. Check out this awesome trophy you just earned! Not yet earned There's No Place Like Home You clicked your heels and visited home — the home PAGE, that is — every day for five straight days. We've loved seeing your shining face, so please enjoy this trophy that expresses our excitement. Not yet earned Habitual Homepager Don't think we haven't noticed you visiting the homepage for the last 10 days in a row! Whether you were finding out which Disney character you are, sifting through TV show recommendations, or catching up on the news, we love you loving us. Not yet earned You Live Here Now You've visited the homepage 15 full days in a row! At this point, we've made up the BuzzFeed guest room for you and even added some touches to make it more personal. After all, with the amount of times you've visited, you pretty much live here now. Not yet earned Pin There, Done That You pinned a quiz result to your profile, and now everyone knows that you are in fact like your favorite TV character or that you've discovered a new personality trait about yourself. Maybe we guessed your age correctly, or we were so off in guessing that you weren't even mad — you were impressed. Either way, now the world knows your result, so here's a trophy!