
Just 43 Fun Things To Buy Yourself Because Online Shopping Exists And You're Only Human
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Including a pumpkin enzyme mask that's just the answer to self-care.
1. A blackhead-removing toy you can pick and prod at with tweezers like you're performing surgery alongside your Grey's Anatomy colleagues. But for real, it helps if you're prone to picking your skin or pulling out hair when you're stressed!!
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Promising review: "I have trichotillomania and really love these little guys. They help refocus my habit and the pull is very satisfying and realistic. I've had to repurchase already, and I'll reorder more in the future. Can't recommend these enough, as I've been searching for this type of tool for a long time." — Danika Hill
Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in two styles).
2. A pair of LED light saber chopsticks sure to inspire a lil' food fight. Though I'm talking a fake one, of course, because sushi is too expensive for you to be throwing anywhere other than down your gullet.
Here's more from BuzzFeed shopping writer Emma Lord:
"As you can see from the above GIF, I bought these for myself, and I love them to pieces. TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force."
Promising review:"I purchased these for a friend's birthday present (he is a sushi waiter) and these are flippin' AMAZING. I ordered two sets by mistake, but I am totally keeping the second pair for another gift (or for myself!). These are sure to be great conversation pieces and attention-getters. Way to go!" — T. Redwood
Get two pairs from Amazon for $12.97+ (available individually or in sets of two, three, or four and in seven colors).
3. A microwaveable, lavender-scented weighted plushie that'll come in clutch whenever you're dealing with a bout of anxiety, braving a really bad tummy ache, or could just use a warm embrace.
Promising reviews: "This product changed my life. Seriously, I never knew I could love an inanimate object so much. His heavy body is so comforting, at the end of the day all I want is a hug. He even helped me quit nicotine. Instead of reaching for the Juul, I would reach for his big belly instead. I'm not even joking. This guy is the best thing I have ever spent my money on. Do yourself a favor and get a Warmie." — Bryan & Dana
"I bought this for cramps and the occasional aches and pains. He is absolutely perfect. He is so cute and adorable and I find myself reaching for him even when I am not in pain. He's so snuggly and perfect to cuddle up with and is great for anxiety." — Samantha
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
4. A wine/can holder because sometimes, a bath bomb just isn't enough. Real ones know that true R&R involves a chilled glass of sickly sweet Barefoot attached securely to your shower wall — not perched precariously on the lip of your tub.
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Promising review:"Having a shower beer has always been a nice relaxing way to chill after a long day of work. After moving to our new home, the new bathroom didn't have shelves to place my shower beer on. So I got to looking for this exact thing. I read some reviews that said the suction didn't work. Well, after a month it's still holding strong. Helpful tip, lick the suction cup and stick it on the wall. Also it can be used as a cell phone holder. This is a must for anyone that enjoys a refreshing drink while showering." — Tyler Strain
Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in six styles/colors).
5. A pound of cereal marshmallows if you're really only buying Lucky Charms for the charms (duh) and tossing away the rest. 😬
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The delish treats come from Medley Hills Farm — a family-owned and operated small business based in Ohio.
Promising review:"Amazing! I put them in hot chocolate, Rice Krispies treats, other cereals, or just eat then by the handful. Impulse buy that totally worked out." — Maddison Helsel
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
6. The Office -themed dishwasher magnets with regular Michael Scott indicating your dishes are squeaky clean and Prison Mike indicating your dishes are dirty.
Promising review: "I've had this item in my 'save for later' cart for over a year and finally made the purchased. As a fan of The Office, I don't know why it's taken me so long to buy the darn thing! A little advice from someone who said, 'I don't need it' every time I saw it… YOU NEED IT! Just buy it. The joy it gives me each time I flip to clean/dirty is the same joy I felt when Pam and Jim got married, or when Michael yelled, 'I declare bankruptcy!' or when Kevin said, 'call it' during the CPR episode. It's amazing and you need it in you life. Just buy it." — Judy Sal
Get them from Amazon for $8.99.
7. An adorable mushroom night-light, because no matter your age, the dark can be a scary thing — especially when you're stealthily sneaking into the kitchen to grab a midnight snack.
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Promising review: "It's precious! The colors change slowly through a variety of hues. It's pretty good at detecting dark and light, and casts an ample but not startling amount of light. What else can I say but adorable?" — Michaela
Get it from Amazon for $5.99.
8. A candle-warming lamp if you're the type who avoids overhead lighting like the plague. Placed in your kitchen, it'll help dissipate food smells, too, which is a major win!
Promising review: "I've had the ugly plate-style candle warmers before and they don't even come close to this one. This one gives off the nicest glow, and the different styles are so pretty. I love that it has a timer feature and I feel much safer having this instead of lit candles. This would make a great gift for anyone. I will definitely be buying more for other rooms." — Catherine Vorce
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in 10 styles; check out a whimsical flower option here!)
9. A pair of '70s-style yellow tinted aviators you can get away with on days that are really too overcast for sunglasses but they complete your fit, so they're a nonnegotiable.
Promising review:"Obsessed with these! They fit perfectly and suit my face shape really well. I've been wearing them every day since I got them, and I don't usually wear sunglasses because sometimes they distract me, lol, but these don't. The lenses are a beautiful yellow color, they're clear and wide, and like I said, they're very comfortable including the nose area (I know that can be a problem with glasses for many), and I hardly notice I have them on most of the time. I have received many compliments, too, which is nice to hear! If you're considering getting these, GET THEM. YOU WON'T REGRET THEM!!!" — Gabby
Get them from Amazon for $10.18 (available in 26 colors and packs of one, two, and three).
10. A mini pink ATM that was def made with children in mind, but look, you simply can't be trusted with cash on hand — especially if you live near a coffeeshop with delicious $7 cold brew.
Amazon
Check out this viral piggy bank in this TikTok from @kiyalastnamepetty.
The LCD screen will display your current balance, and you can set a target savings amount up to $999 to check your progress. Both coins and paper money can be deposited — it'll automatically distinguish between different coins to count them!
Promising review: "I loved that me and my husband were able to save more than $1,000 in less than a month. This helped with 'out of sight, out of mind,' and it was a cute way to look forward to putting money in every week." — Jonathan Chavez
Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in five colors).
11. Or — if that's too basic — an uncanny valley-esque piggy bank that will either delight you or come for you in the middle of a sleep paralysis episode. It's really a toss-up — just don't say we didn't warn you.
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The money-eating piggy bank accepts all standard change and it'll automatically open its mouth when it senses your hand.
Promising reviews: "This thing legitimately gave me a bit of anxiety when I first unboxed it. It was way creepier than expected. I think it might help me not be afraid of this one doll in my house I have nightmares about. This is much worse. I wouldn't recommend this for kids at all, but as a gag gift or interrogation tool I would say go for it." — mysticalkiwi
"Pink and horrifying. Right up my alley. I love this sucker. It sits there and judges me. It's sitting here and judging me now while I write this. 10/10 great companion, just don't get on its bad side." — Delaney Gillpatrick
Get it on Amazon for $18.99 (available in three colors).
12. A lidded charcuterie board sure to make you the envy of any potluck!!! When they're not making wow-worthy assortments, reviewers also use it to store cut-up fruit and veg for the week.
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Promising review: "I bought these for a party and it was so easy to prep them and pop them into the fridge with the lid on. Same goes for storing leftovers afterward. It was also great to use for fresh fruit we cut up to enjoy all weekend. Looks lovely and is solid quality." — AmJam
Get it from Amazon for $28.34+ (available in three shapes, seven sizes, and with four different lid colors).
13. A pumpkin enzyme face mask that goes after dullness, uneven texture and congestion, gently exfoliating and resurfacing skin with natural AHAs and pumpkin enzymes. Reviewers all agree it smells like an authentic pumpkin dessert, too — not some chemically engineered imposter!
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Promising review: "This face mask is amazing. My skin is much more sensitive now that I am older and many exfoliating masks leave my skin red and irritated for days afterwards. This seems to be gentle but effective. It smells like a real pumpkin and not some artificial chemical compound made to smell like pumpkin which is a huge plus for me. Pumpkin is amazing for your skin and a great way to show yourself a little TLC at home." — Vitalicious Living Favorite Things
Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes).
14. A set of nostalgic NES cartridge coasters sure to bring you back to simpler childhood days when you spent hourssss playing Super Mario Bros. and Donkey Kong in your mom's basement.
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Promising review: "Everyone talks about them and wants them! This has been an amazing gift! Something simple and not expensive to just surprise someone else. The size seems perfect for all kind of drinks and so far they don't seem to be getting ruined by the water so they are perfect! I had recommended them for friends as they keep asking where I got them." — Isaira
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $11.89.
15. A smol, octupus-shaped exfoliating stick that gently removes blackheads, whiteheads, and excess sebum so your T-zone can get a much-deserved breather.
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Promising review: "After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt was visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, and then used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like myself." — LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $10.
16. A foot peeling mask that's SO effective, the before and after photos will both give you nightmares and earn a spot on your vision board.
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If foot graters give you the heebie-jeebies (hi, hello, it's me!), try these instead. Just slip on the booties for one hour, wash away the leftover solution, and then wait patiently as it takes 7–14 days before your feet shed like a freakin' iguana. At the end, you'll be left with moisturized, baby-soft tootsies!
Promising review: "I have tried other foot peels but the completeness of this peel is gratifying! Results started in three days and at 10 days, it is nearly done. My husband did the mask the same day — I thought his heels were impossible, but the callouses keep peeling more each day!" — Connie Schmidt
Get it from Amazon for $12.14+ (available in three scents).
17. A deck of kitty cat tarot cards with a guidebook to make sure you're getting the most out of every reading and aren't just distracted by the cutesy illustrations.
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Promising review:"Beautiful deck! Pretty cards, funny symbolism, and a sweet and playful personality! I love to do readings for people and myself with this deck, I love working with it! I'm a big cat lover, and I've been doing tarot for a while now. I always recommend to people who want a fun, lighthearted, playful reading. They make even the harshest advice easy to hear, without sacrificing accuracy or needed wisdom. Love, love, love it! I recommend! :D" — Roo
Get it from Amazon for $17.96.
18. An enchanting moon lamp that will make any Le Petit Prince lover's heart oh-so happy.
My colleague Emma Lord has one of these babies and says:
"UMMMM I bought this because it was on one of Amazon's top-selling products pages for so long that I was like 'Why are people so obsessed with this moon!!' And now, my friends, I know. First of all, it really does look hyper realistically like a small moon and adds a chill vibe wherever you plant it. But it's also just so soothing to watch and have in the periphery. You can control dozens of different colors for it and either keep it on those colors or have them alternate, fade quickly, or fade gradually. It's super easy to charge and controlled by a remote, so you can move it off its stand and have it light up wherever you want. These days I tend to turn it on for my designed ~me time~ night every week, in which I will light a candle, pour a glass of red wine, read a romance novel, and, of course, light my lil' moon. Definitely one of my favorite 'the internet made me do it' purchases."
Get it from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in six sizes).
19. A gooseneck tablet and phone stand you can hook up to your bed frame or nightstand so you can mindlessly scroll TikTok — look, Ma, no hands! — while Netflix also plays in the background. 😈
Promising review:"It is a very cool device and I love using it with my Kindle and Kindle page turner for hands-free reading!!! It is very secure and doesn't move once attached properly. It is tough to adjust if it's not attached and I like that. Highly recommend!" — Dottie
Get it from Amazon for $20.89+ (available in black and white).
20. A hands-free Bluetooth remote so you can read an e-book or scroll through TikTok without even having to *touch* your Kindle or phone.
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It's also great to use while scrolling in the bath so you don't get your phone wet — check it out in action on TikTok!
Promising reviews: "What a difference this makes. I'm usually TikTok-ing while in bed, and have my phone on a stand. Not having to raise my hand to scroll up or down is amazing!" — Phons S
"I use this just to scroll while reading on my iPad. It allows me to curl up in the blankets while I have my iPad in a holder. (It may be lazy, but I'm obsessed all the same.) Super comfortable to hold/wear around your finger. Was easy to connect with my iPad and definitely worth the money in my opinion." — Mandi Arnold
Get it from Amazon for $16.79+ (available in five colors).
21. A smudge-proof, transfer-proof lip stain masque that goes on blue and then peels off to reveal a natural matte shade that lasts for up to 10 hours!
Promising reviews: "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! Do 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 $18+ (available in 28 shades).
22. A hydrating eye stick to improve under eye elasticity and keep bags at bay so no one will be the wiser if you nostalgia-binged The Angry Beavers (my fellow '90s babies — it's on Amazon Prime!!!) into the wee hours of the morning. Plus, it comes in a cutesy polar bear container and, I mean, that's enough to sell me.
How does this cute lil' guy work, you may be asking? It's filled with active marine ingredients like Icelandic moss, xylitol, niacinamide, and adenosine — that's how!
Promising review: "I love this so much! It's super hydrating and feels really nice under the eyes. Recently my eyes have been super puffy due to allergies and this has been helping. I would recommend putting it in the fridge before you use it so it's extra cooling. I think that this product is comparable to if not better than Milk Makeup's Cooling Water Gel Stick (which I have also tried)." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three formulas and in multipacks).
23. A MASSIVE 10-foot-by-10-foot throw you and all of your closest friends can cuddle up under when you gather for your annual Friday night Gilmore Girls watch parties.
If you're having a hard time imagining just how big "big" is — this blanket is four times the size of your average throw! And — because this small biz truly gets marketing — that's 7'4" NBA player Boban Marjanovic modeling the gray blanket above.
Promising review: "This is such a great blanket! It is so soft and big that no one is stealing the covers no matter how wrapped up in the blanket they are. Absolutely perfect for couples!" — Andrew N.
Get it from Amazon or Big Blanket Co. for $179 (available in 10 colors/styles).
24. A pack of boba popping balls if your favorite type of drink is one you chew. Drop 'em in your tea, lemonade, juice — you name it!
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Promising review: "Definitely spend the money on this, it is so worth it! These have such great flavor and much better consistency than others I have tried! So good! I tried the strawberry in my loaded tea… I think I will be trying all of these flavors!!!" — Grace B.
Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes, six flavors, and in combo multipacks).
25. And a reusable straw — in a darling lil' keychain carrier — so you can suck down bubble tea at a moment's notice!!
Boba Tribe
Check out a TikTok of the boba straw — from small biz Boba Tribe — in action on TikTok. It's small enough to keep in your bag and take on the go!
Promising review: "Super sturdy, easy to put together, cute, compact, allergen-safe, and simple to clean… It kind of solved all my problems with other reusable straws, and it's small enough to use with some other drinks other than boba." — Gemma Rodrick
Get it from Boba Tribe for $16.99 (available in four colors).
26. A dimmable sad duck night-light that's basically a physical manifestation of you when your alarm goes off every morning.
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Promising review: "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a depressed duck lamp ... but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." — Literated
Get it from Amazon for $12.74.
27. A custom Pokémon card in the likeness of your pet!!! You can choose their Pokémon type, species, attacks, rarity, and more.
You can even upgrade it with a holographic design! PS: Wild Pets Creations is a small biz from Stephanie Parcus.
Promising review: " Beyond THRILLED with this card! I don't know anything about Pokémon but wanted to make this a very special gift for my partner and his beloved pup. Stephanie was super sweet and helpful, assisting me with choosing the right pic and getting the right details. I had to give it to him early cuz I was just too excited! It is amazing quality and absolutely perfect! He loves it so much! Thank you, thank you!!!" — Jennifer Wilson
Get it from Wild Pets Creations on Etsy for $78 (available in three sizes and with or without a holographic design).
28. A miniature library or greenhouse kit with real LED lights if you were the type of kid who LOVED making dioramas for class. Now, you can make one in your spare time and then force your friends to take a "tour" whenever they're over.
Hands Craft is an LA-based shop from Isaiah Lee who specializes in 3D wooden puzzles and miniatures for kids and adults. The kits come with everything you need to assemble your itty bitty room including paint, brushes, LED lights (with batteries), glue, and tweezers.
Promising review: "I'm obsessed with this DIY mini library! It's so fun to put together and challenging enough to feel like a long-ish term project. The furniture is so cute, I'm really impressed by the quality of everything! I can't wait to start making the tiny books." — Amy Schwabauer
Get them both from Hands Craft on Etsy; the library for $42.99 and the greenhouse for $42.99.
29. A coffee syrup dispenser set that'll make you feel like you're drinking a $7 cold brew from that trendy coffee shop in town when, in reality, you didn't spend a dime and made it yourself. So basically... it's a step toward being even more financially responsible.
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New England Stories is a small business that specializes in home and kitchen products.
Promising review: "These are worth the money! There are labels for almost every basic syrup as well as blanks, so you can label them yourself. If you get a regular-size Torani syrup bottle, it will hold the whole bottle, so you don't need to worry about the story of a quarter of the bottle of syrup. SO AESTHETICALLY PLEASING, TOO." — Naomi
Get a set of four from Amazon for $26.99 (available in three colors and in two- and six-packs).
30. And a shaker of Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnadust so you can anoint your coffee, yogurt, ice cream, and toast with cinnamon-y, sugary goodness.
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Check out a TikTok of the Cinnadust in action.
Get it from Amazon for $3.79.
31. A dino nugget pillow sure to resonate with anyone who could *literally* live off of chicken nuggies and never get sick of them.
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Promising review:"This dino chicken nugget pillow is a real Jurassic dream come true! It's the perfect cuddle companion for all the paleontologists-in-training or anyone with an insatiable appetite for comfort. Just be careful not to accidentally take a bite while you're napping, because it looks deliciously deceiving!" — LadyTee
Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in three styles, two sizes, and in multipacks).
32. A Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Instant Camera that combines the best of both worlds with a digital screen so you can actually see 👀 what you're shooting and then print your favorite pic on demand. It also connects to your phone via app and has a micro SD card so you can save all of your memories.
Amazon
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "If you are looking for film photography that you can also edit and print, this is the camera for you. This has been the best purchase I have ever made. Perfect for traveling. Love the vintage look of the camera as well. Fujfilm has done it again. Go buy it." — Jewel
Get it from Amazon for $225.49+.
33. Some Glamnetic press-on nails which come in various lengths, shapes, and styles, and — the most important "and" there is — reviewers say they last for two+ weeks!!!
Glamnetic is a small business that specializes in magnetized false lashes and uniquely-designed, reusable press-on nails.
Promising review:"I saw these all over my TikTok FYP and was so curious to try them. The Mariposa nails are the first ones that I have tried and they are absolutely beautiful, and just after two days I have gotten so many compliments. The glue holds super well and the application process was super simple. I don't think that I will ever get acrylic nails again, as a set like this would likely be three times the price." — Leslie and Paige
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 45 styles).
35. A set of french fry clips so your Doritos never go stale again 🙌🏻 And when they're not in use, the magnetic set sticks right to your fridge so you won't misplace them.
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Promising review: "These are very cute and I love the magnet holder to stick on my fridge so they are easily accessible. Not sure about the durability, haven't used very long." — Save the Bees
Get a set of 12 clips from Amazon for $14.90.
36. A decorative cat towel that'll silently watch you microwave your day-old pizza or scroll TikTok on the toilet.
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Promising review: "I did not buy this to actually use as a towel. To me it doesn't seem like it would be good at serving this purpose as the material is not very absorbent, however it is great for decoration purposes. It is really, really adorable! I love how there's little snap buttons to keep it in place. I highly recommend this as a decorative gift for the cat lover in your life or for yourself if you love kitties! Great purchase!" — Crystal
Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in 36 designs).
37. A stacking ring set you can wear together or space out so multiple fingers can get in on the fun.
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BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord is a big fan of this brand! Here is what she has to say about their pieces:
" For what it's worth, Pavoi — the company behind this piece — has gone TikTok viral time and time again for its classic, modern, and expensive-looking pieces. I personally own almost all my 'daily wear' jewelry from Pavoi and swear by it. Everything is so easy to accessorize and makes my outfits look and feel so much more put together, and the pieces are so durable that they're easily worth twice what I paid. Check out the rest of Pavoi's line of jewelry for more options, including earrings, bracelets, and anklets!"
Promising review: "Love this ring stack! Great for the price. Wore on vacation because I didn't want to bring my expensive rings and they didn't even tarnish in the ocean! Would definitely recommend." — Julia C.
Get it from Amazon for $11.87+ (available in sizes 5–9 and in two styles and two colors).
38. An axe-shaped pizza cutter so once dinner is over, you can pretend you're Mia Goth in Pearl. Do the dishes?? "NO, I'M A STAR!!!"
Amazon
Promising reviews: "I love my new pizza cutter...'Here's Johnny' is getting old for my family, but I don't care, I love it!" — CS1212
"I bought it just for the reaction, which was as expected — laughter. Turns out it cuts great, better than my regular pizza cutter, and it is surprisingly ergonomic." — STC
Get it from Amazon for $6.70.
39. A freakin' cherry toilet brush certain to brighten up your bathroom and your mood when you inevitably have to clean it...
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Check out a TikTok of the cherry toilet brush in action.
Promising review: "This toilet brush makes me want to clean my toilet. It is so cute, exactly what I wanted, and works perfectly!! Fits nicely into my bathroom decor. It was delivered in perfect condition and I've used it three times now. If you're thinking about buying this...do it!" — Michelle Maroon
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (also available in orange).
40. A puffer jacket koozie for the person who's always sipping on an artisanal double IPA that was fermented in a painfully trendy Portland craft brewery and — if anyone asks — is absolutely worth the $14 you paid for a single can.
Puffin Drinkwear
Small biz Puffin Drinkwear makes all sorts of cozies from plaid flannels and life vests to sleeping bags and knit sweaters so make sure you give their other offerings a look.
Promising review: "The arms are more sturdy than I thought they would be. They're handles! Incredible quality that has made two people I gifted them to extremely happy!" — Juliann G.
Get it from Puffin Drinkwear for $19.95 (available in 12 colors).
41. An embroidered sweatshirt that pays homage to your favorite Staten Island vampiric hotspot: Nadja's.
Neon Thief / Etsy
It comes from Neon Thief, a Salt Lake City, Utah–based small biz.
BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly owns this and says:
"I love it! It's washed well for more than a year and I get compliments from strangers who have superb TV taste."
Promising reviews: "This sweatshirt makes me want to suck throat juice like it's Grey Goose." — Becca Daley
Get it from from Neon Thief on Etsy for $49.30 (available in unisex sizes S–3X).
42. A spinning pill dispenser so you'll feel like a contestant on The Price Is Right or Wheel of Fortune... even though you know no matter what you spin, you will end up with a multivitamin, fish oil, and Prozac.
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Check out a TikTok of the pill dispenser in action.
Promising review:"So I am horrible about remembering if I took my pills. And I HATE digging into the old pill boxes or doing the tip-over. I don't know what it is, but I have always disliked it. I hung this on my wall right by the kitchen, so I pass it like 5,000 times a day, and I can't not see it. It is so fun pushing the little orange button to watch the meds fall out. I mean, it kind of feels like a really weird game of Wheel of Fortune, but I like it." — Grofica
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in four colors).
43. A crossword book from A24 with 99 puzzles that will test your knowledge on everything from slasher films and Miyazaki animations to Twin Peaks and Spaceballs. Heck, there's even an opportunity for you to flex your your Soviet cinema muscle.
A24
Get it from A24 for $34.
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You can only tell the "Bezos started Amazon in his garage" story so many times before it starts to feel like a corporate bedtime story. But long before the garage and the buff billionaire energy, Jeff Bezos was just a scrawny Texas kid who, according to his mom, "barely made the weight limit" to play youth football. That detail — along with most of what follows — comes from "The Inner Jeff Bezos," a 1999 Wired profile that dug into the early years of the now-spacefaring mogul. Don't Miss: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — Deloitte's fastest-growing software company partners with Amazon, Walmart & Target – Jackie Bezos said her son wasn't always the most socially comfortable kid. To help him fit in, she and her husband signed him up for the high-stakes world of Texas football — and expected the worst. "I thought he was going to get creamed out there," she admitted. But just two weeks later, her undersized son was named defensive captain. Why? He was the only kid who could remember all the plays — not just his own, but the entire squad's. Of course, he was. That same brainpower showed up in more geek-approved ways, too. In elementary school, Bezos enrolled in the Vanguard program at Houston's River Oaks Elementary, a magnet school for academically advanced students. The Wired profile also mentioned how Julie Ray's 1977 book "Turning on Bright Minds" followed 12-year-old Jeff — pseudonym "Tim" — through a typical school day, describing him as "friendly but serious," and "possessed of general intellectual excellence." He was, notably, "not particularly gifted in leadership," though that might come as a surprise to his future employees and rocket engineers. Trending: Maximize saving for your retirement and cut down on taxes: . But if he wasn't a born leader, he was a born sci-fi addict. Once his school got access to a mainframe computer, Bezos and friends would spend hours playing a primitive Star Trek game, hunting down cloaked Klingons on a three-by-three matrix. Forget flag football — this is what real future billionaires were doing in the '70s. By high school, Bezos had his eyes on the stars — literally. While other kids dreamed of becoming astronauts, he told people he planned to be a space entrepreneur. "He said the future of mankind is not on this planet, because we might be struck by something, and we better have a spaceship out there," recalled the father of his high school girlfriend, Rudolf Werner. That might've sounded like sci-fi-fueled delusion back then — the kind of thing a teenager says after too many NASA brochures and not enough sleep — but Bezos wasn't bluffing. He attended a high school space initiative at NASA's Huntsville facility in Alabama, where his plans for a future among the stars started taking shape. According to his science teacher Bill McCreary, "Oh, he had ideas about space promotion!"Those ideas weren't about being the next astronaut on a shuttle. Bezos wanted to build the shuttle. Run the launchpad. Own the orbital infrastructure. And if you've seen Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket or his statements about colonizing space, well — that wasn't just a passing teenage obsession. It was a business plan in beta. Even today, he hasn't let go of the big vision. When reminded in the Wired interview of his youthful warnings that Earth was vulnerable to extinction-level disasters, Bezos chuckled — but only for a second. "I wouldn't mind helping in some way," he said. "I do think we have all our eggs in one basket." Read Next: Here's what Americans think you need to be considered wealthy. 'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. Image: Shutterstock Up Next: Transform your trading with Benzinga Edge's one-of-a-kind market trade ideas and tools. Click now to access unique insights that can set you ahead in today's competitive market. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? APPLE (AAPL): Free Stock Analysis Report TESLA (TSLA): Free Stock Analysis Report This article Jeff Bezos' Mom Enrolled Him in Football Because He Struggled With Other Kids — 'Barely Made the Weight Limit' But 2 Weeks Later, He Was Captain originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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32 Affordable Swaps For Those Pricey Beauty Products You've Had Your Eye On
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Amazon Promising review: "I ran out of the Drunk Elephant bronzing drops, but I didn't want to spend another forty dollars, so I purchased this instead, and I am so glad I did. I like to mix it with my moisturizer or my tinted sunscreen to give me that bronzed, natural glow. This is exactly like the Drunk Elephant one and I will definitely be repurchasing." —Todd U. Get it from Amazon for $5.99. Promising review: "Better than Clinique! I bought this one on a whim but never liked the real Black Honey Almost Lipstick by Clinique, since it tends to run red on me. This shade, in my opinion, is exactly what Black Honey SHOULD be, as it looks more like Black Honey in pictures. For the price, it can't be beat, so I'm buying more." —HAC Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (also available in the pink honey version, and in a two-pack that mixes both)! Read more about nail care, including how nail strengtheners may help nails, at Mayo Clinic. Promising reviews: "My Dior nail glow ran out and I saw this brand had a [lookalike} for that. I liked this color even more... Excellent everyday, clean-looking polish. Seems stronger than Essie." —reviewer22 "Growing out my nails has always been a challenge for me; I'm guilty of biting and peeling/picking at my nails when I'm nervous. This product has completely changed my nail game. It gives my nails a hard protective coating, and the tint of pink makes even my stubby nails look professional and pretty." —Andi Get it from Amazon for $5.36. Promising reviews: "I looooove this so much. The smell is amazing, and it tends to stick around for a while, so I love getting whiffs of it throughout the day. My hair is softer and doesn't seem as frizzy as before. I put it on after washing my hair and then after it's dry. I tend to wash my hair two times a week, so I'll use it in between washes on my ends to make sure they still look nice and healthy. Great value, too; I've been using it pretty consistently since purchasing, and I've barely made a dent in it. Love it!" —Noley "Coming from someone with very coarse 4c hair.. this product is heaven-sent. Extremely satisfied. Sticking to this product and this product only from now on, lol." —Danielle Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in two sizes, a mist style, and four other formulas). Amazon Check out a TikTok of the Magic Shaper Face Cream Palette in action. Promising review: "Best [alternative] for the Make Up For Ever HD Skin Face Essentials Longwear Full Face Cream palette that costs around $80. This one has less color options than the Make Up For Ever palette, but it's definitely the best [alternative], and for the price, it works amazingly. The blush and bronzer last hours on my skin — after setting spray, of course. I mix the two blushes on the back of my hand, and it's a good color for me. Also, I recommend warming the product on the back of your hand; that way, it's easier to blend and apply. Even without doing that, it is very easy to blend." —Lorraine Get it from Amazon for $8. The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of four shades will work on any skin tone. Promising review: "I used to use the Becca under-eye product, and this one is way better. You can sheer it out and warm it up on your hand. Don't need to use a lot, and it adds a lot of brightness under concealer." —Ariel O "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." —Monica T. Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). Promising review: "Since trying this product, I will never go back to anything else. For years, I've been using Better Than Sex by Too Faced, and I absolutely loved it. But as you know, it's at a higher price point. I was looking for a cheaper option that worked the same, if not better. I was pleasantly surprised when I came across this. For me... THIS WORKS BETTER! I've tried both the black and brown options as well as the waterproof options and [I'm] blown away by every one of them!! This is my new favorite mascara! Makes my lashes look like I had them professionally done." —chela1389 Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in black or brown and as a three-pack). Emma Lord / BuzzFeed Watch on TikTok as one user goes from skeptic to believer! BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord considers herself a fan: "I am not a new human to the tubing mascara game, and in fact, I 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 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 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 $7 (available in three shades). Promising review: "I bought this and my daughter immediately tried to steal it because she thought it was the real thing. Ha! This is so easy to use and a little goes a long way. This will last for a while. And was a fraction of the price of the brand name." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in three shades). Promising review: "This stuff is no joke. I like to use one product for my full face for a quick makeup routine, as eyeshadow, blush, and highlight all at once. When I tell you I need exactly two dots for my whole face, I couldn't be more serious! It has a different, more glossy texture than a Rare Beauty blush, but the pigment is much stronger. Comes off very dewy and kind of glossy but can be made matte with powder. The only thing I will say is that if you overwork it, there can be small lifted spots, which happened to me when I first tried it because I used too much and then had to try to blend so much. Already purchased another color. Love E.l.f. makeup!" —oscar Julian zapotitla Get it from Amazon for $6.65+ (available in 12 shades). Promising review: "These are fantastic. I bought all four, and I hope they add more colors. They are giving Patrick Ta, but better, at a fraction of the cost. They really last all day individually, but if you want you can layer them for even more color saturation. The textures are great, easy application. The two pinks are very pigmented and vibrant, so go easy at first. Highly recommend." —Joan A. Get it from Amazon for $7 (available in four shades). Jenae Sitzes / BuzzFeed, Promising review: "This sunscreen is a gem. I was not expecting to love it as much as I do. I absolutely love E.l.f. products, but I rarely try their skincare. Something told me to try this. When I put it on, it gave a smooth silicone finish and feel. I was faithful to Supergoop but didn't want to spend as much as the product is listed for. I will continue to use this sunscreen; it has been one of the best I've ever tried. I've been into skincare since I was 15; I am 37, and for me to say that this product is a gold mine is rare." —Angelina S Get it from Amazon for $5+ (available in two sizes). Promising reviews: "I have used Moroccanoil for years and decided to give this a shot. This is better than Moroccanoil and I will be buying again. It keeps my hair soft and smooth even in summer humidity. Great product." —Caitlin K. "This product is a legit alternative to the Ouai hair oil. They smell identical, they feel exactly the same, and they left my hair shiny and soft. And most importantly it saved me some money for the future." —Brianna Reed Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in packs of two and four). Promising reviews: "Better than Starface!!! These stick extremely well and actually pull out and absorb the gunk. Plus, they come with soooooo many." —chey "I love these and wish they had them around when I was a teenager! I literally use them as facial decorations in addition to hiding blemishes and, my teenage son has no problem wearing them because they effectively minimize zits!!" —Monica LivaClean is a small business specializing in acne solutions and skincare. Get a pack of 240 from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four shapes/colors and in multipacks). Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely fantastic! Don't let the low price throw you off because this can do better, in my opinion, than 'the elephant stuff'! I had those itty bitty bumps right under my bottom lip on my chin and four days after using this stuff with micro-needling, they were gone! I have always taken good care of my skin and now that I am 43, I am just now realizing that I did a better job than I thought I had. I want to KEEP doing doing good stuff for my skin but not pay a fortune. This formula has a fresh orange-like smell to it and goes on very easily with a dropper. It dries within a minute and soaks in completely. I haven't had any irritation from the product but I had been using 'the elephant stuff' with similar ingredients prior to this, so it could be my skin was used to it. Overall, I am EXTREMELY pleased with this purchase." —AudibleAddicted And SeoulCeuticals is a small biz! Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in two sizes). Promising review: "This is just like the Milk Makeup Cooling Water Stick — but I like it better. It's less than half the price, the packaging is cuter, the smaller applicator makes it easy to get under my eyes — and it smells like clean water and rose petals. It's hydrating, cooling, and non-greasy. It makes you instantly look and feel more awake. Love it." —Janelle Patricia Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a collagen formula). Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. It has light to medium coverage. It lasts all day. The oils in my skin usually breakdown foundation but this one stays in place and after a little blotting looks good as new... I just recently purchased the Fenty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint in 6 and like it, but I actually prefer the Wet N Wild Tinted Hydrator better. You can buy six of these for the same price as the Fenty. I'm so happy I tried this." —Nancy Get it from Amazon for $5.47+ (available in eight shades and also in packs of two). It's formulated with hyaluronic acid and squalene for a boost of hydration! Promising reviews: "This stuff is so legit I've gone through three bottles. Adds the perfect glow to your skin! Sometimes, I use it under foundation, and sometimes, I use it solo with a bit of concealer. I will never not repurchase it for the price and how beautifully it sits on the skin. This stuff is viral for a reason!!" —mapagill "If you like Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter, this is leaps and bounds better! Just buy it. The coverage is better, [it] makes my skin have the most amazing natural glow! The colors run with a more warm/yellow undertone, which worked great for me! Spend a fraction of the price and just get it; you will be happy you did!" —Amazonreview Get it from Amazon for $11.20+ (available in 12 shades). Amazon Promising review: "Ok, so I absolutely LOVE this stuff! I tried it on a whim after hearing a few different people rave about it. I had tried a similar product from Rhode and was not really 'wowed' by it, but thought it was still a nice product. This milky toner, however, blew me away. I apply it after washing my face with my hands and gently pat it in, and it just leaves a moisturized, dewy finish. I also have recently started mixing it in with my foundation when I apply it to my makeup and it's been a game changer. Since it's winter and I live in the northeast, I have had issues with my foundation being really dry lately — this has solved it. It leaves a beautiful satin finish. For the price point, amount of product, and versatility, you just can't beat it. Will be repurchasing!" —talon12 Get it from Amazon for $14.99. Promising reviews: "I have the Dior lip oil, and I actually like this one better! It leaves my lips softer and leaves the perfect tint on my lips. Sometimes I combine with a lipstick for extra color." —Emily R. "I really like this and the applicator! It's so fun and cute. I like the texture and the feel of it on my lips. It feels thicker, and it doesn't come off too quickly. I got the color supermodel. It's not too pink like it looks and I wanted it to be natural, so it's perfect. Will be repurchasing." —Martha R. Get it from Amazon for $6.91+ (available in 14 shades). Promising review: "Okay so first nothing will make you 'poreless,' but this stuff is amazing. Will even out fine lines and help with super porous areas; my T-zone [has really visible] pores and this definitely gave me a boost in confidence. I would highly recommend. Especially to those not to familiar with makeup, this is a game changer. Honestly it works better than my $30 primer from Urban Decay and lasts all day. I am oily so I usually blot some powder on later in the day but if you have dry skin this could be the ultimate game changer!" —Olivia Get it from Amazon for $10. Promising review: "I have tried IGK, Living Proof, Not Your Mother's, Amika, and so many others but THIS LASTS THE LONGEST! I am impressed by this product. Don't listen to the haters because I have severely fine and oily hair and this product allows me to last for one week without washing and it gives me volume..." —473X Get it from Amazon for $12.59+ (available in the original six shades and various pack sizes). Amazon Promising reviews: "Love this product. I always use it, and I am a sweaty person 😅 I sweat easily.. not even kidding. I compare it to the One Size and I have to say that I do like this one much better. It really doesn't budge." —Zully B "This works just as well as the One Size. I have very oily skin and need a high-quality setting spray, and this one works amazing! Skip the expensive one and try this!!" —Shopgirl Get it from Amazon for $10.98 (also available in a pack of two). Bek O'Connell / BuzzFeed This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b–4c curls mentioning it worked for them! Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING. I have been bleaching my hair for 12 years. My hair has never looked or felt better before using this. It is so soft and shiny... only using this once a week. It has worked better on my hair than Olaplex or other expensive treatments. I'll never use anything else!" —Craig Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Elizavecca hair treatment for more deets! Get a bottle from Amazon for $7.60. Amazon, Promising reviews: "This stuff literally saved my skin! I started using it daily. Especially after gym sessions. My skin started clearing up and I have used it every day and I have never looked back. This has become a staple in my skincare routine. I use it after toner and before serum in the morning and then I spray it after the gym. It's better than the Tower 28 one." —Shay G. "Does the EXACT same as Tower28 for a fraction of the price! I love it, my face feels refreshed. Highly recommend, no shade to Tower28, they are great, but this is cheaper and if you're on a budget, use this alternative! Great for after work, the gym, or existing in these hot summer months. If you have sensitive skin, it's gentle." —Paul R. Get it from Amazon for $17.46. It comes with a smoothing nozzle, styling nozzle, and diffuser nozzle. Promising reviews: "Great powerful hair dryer. Great price too. Have had Dysons in the past and nothing but trouble with them. This is far better and very affordable, and no problems with it. (Retired hairdresser)." —bamzee "Purchased this dryer to help dry my granddaughter's type 4C hair. Drys quickly and cuts down on her squirming. She hates having her hair done. Shortened the drying time significantly. Would recommend." —Jiggilypuff Get it from Amazon for $28.49+ (available in eight colors). Promising reviews: "This lip balm is as smooth as butta, and not to mention smells great. I apply it at night and wake up with soft, hydrated, plump lips. Bonus: if you apply hyaluronic acid on your lips beforehand — chef's kiss. As for the price, I wish it had way more product, but it is cheaper than the Laneige lip mask and way better, in my humble opinion." —María "This lip balm is a great alternative if you do not want to pay a ton of money for the Laneige and Summer Fridays lip balms. It is super moisturizing and left my lips super smooth and soft. One of the best e.l.f. products I have tried and it is a wonderful price. Even though it is pretty small, it lasts a good amount of time. I would definitely recommend." —Lance Z. Get it from Amazon for $4 (available in five styles). Promising reviews: "Love this! In my opinion, better than Laneige at a fraction of the price. A bit thicker, which I like. Even though it's a sleeping mask, I use it throughout the day to keep my lips moist and soft. Will keep ordering again and again." —Michaela "This is the most moisturizing lip treatment on the market. When my lips started getting dry due to the cold season, 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 a set of three from Amazon for $9.90 (available in five scent combos). Amazon Promising reviews: "Love these better than my glow recipe! Better because it doesn't have the smell... Makes my skin feel amazing and so juicy! Great value for the money." —Tiffany T. "I've used Glow Recipe's Watermelon Dew Drops, and while I liked the product I wasn't too fond of the strong scent or the price point. The texture, finish, and feel of this product is pretty much identical, but without the fragrance and at a better value. Smooth, absorbs quickly, works well as a lightweight primer that doesnt pill with makeup, and subtly evens skin tone over time." —K.C. Get it from Amazon for $11.97. Promising reviews: "I was gifted the Hanacure masks and loved them, but they're just way too pricey. I heard SO many wonderful things about the Skin 1004 Zombie Mask... Let me tell you, this mask is just straight up magic. I didn't notice any changes to my skin immediately, but a few hours later when I looked in the mirror, I was shocked at how wonderful my skin looked. I've never noticed a difference like this. Hanacure who?!??... This Zombie mask is every bit as magical, with better results in my opinion... Bottom line, this is better than Hanacure, both price and results-wise." —Dana D. Get a box of eight masks from Amazon for $19.43. Promising reviews: "I've tried just about every eyebrow gel on the market, from high-end to drugstore. This is not only [an alternative] for Benefit's brow gel and Glossier Boy Brow, it's better! So much better and way cheaper." —Amazon Customer "OK, I was skeptical as I love my ABH Brow Freeze. But a friend did my makeup and used it and I was really impressed. So, I got some and played with it on my own. It is so much smoother to glide through my brows. I work it through back and front, then again with a clean spoolie. I LOVE the results. It also washes out really well (even if I don't use a makeup wipe)." —Miss Jordan Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in five shades). Amazon, New to cleansing balms? Start by warming the product up with your dry fingertips, massage in circular motions on dry skin, then rinse with lukewarm water. If using as part of a double cleansing routine, follow this up with a water-based facial cleanser. Promising review: "I've loved the Farmacy Green Clean for many years, but at $30+ for a jar that lasts 1–2 months max, it was a pricey product to buy on a regular basis. I wanted something just as good at a lower price, and I FOUND IT! This cleanser absolutely melts away makeup and deep cleans the skin without any drying or eye irritation! It smells great, and a little goes a loooonng way — I'm in love!" —Amazon Customer Juno & Co. is a small business specializing in personal care and skincare products. Get it from Amazon for $14.99. Reviews here have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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Controversial Country Star Makes Bold Statement About 'A Wife's Job'
Controversial Country Star Makes Bold Statement About 'A Wife's Job' originally appeared on Parade. A country star who has found himself at the center of some controversies in recent years made a bold statement about what "a wife's job" is around the house. In a recent interview with Taste of Country, country star got to talking about what it's like at home when he's not on tour. While it sounds like he definitely pitches in around the house, it also sounds like his "wife's job" is to keep him busy with a honey-do list. "[Brittany] gets on Amazon and orders all this stuff, and it comes to the house and I'm like, 'What is this?' and she goes, 'Oh, we're gonna redo Navy's room,' and I'm like, 'Oh, "we are"? OK, cool,'' said added, "That's kind of a wife's job. If they just see you chilling, doing nothing, watching baseball or whatever, they're like, 'Hey, you should help me do this!' 'OK, here we go,'" the country star said wryly, adding that he's "gotta get back to work" so he can get a break from all that. "I've been off the road for about six months, and I am itching to get back after it," said Aldean. The Taste of Country host followed up by joking, "When's the last time Jason Aldean did a load of laundry?", and Aldean said that he helps with that kind of thing all the time. "Probably yesterday! Yeah, you know, we kind of tag-team that up. If she does it, she'll bring it in, I'll fold it or whatever. I pitch in around the house and help out," said the married Brittany Kerr in 2015. They met in 2012 when photos of them surfaced canoodling at a bar, and he was forced to issue an apology for "acting inappropriately" because at the time, he was married to his first wife, Jessica Ann Ussery. Ussery and Aldean separated a few months later, and Kerr and Aldean made their first public appearance as a couple in 2014 before marrying a year later. Aldean has two daughters from his first marriage, Keeley, 22, and Kendyl, 17, and a son, Memphis, 7, and a daughter, Navy, 6, from his second marriage. The singer has never been a stranger to controversy, from his second wife posting a video with transphobic comments that caused his public relations firm The GreenRoom to part ways with him after 17 years, to his "Try That in a Small Town" song, the video for which was pulled from CMT because of backlash over its lyrics about guns, violence and what some deemed coded references to lynching. Aldean was famously performing on stage during the 2017 mass shooting at his Las Vegas concert that killed 60 people. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Controversial Country Star Makes Bold Statement About 'A Wife's Job' first appeared on Parade on Jun 10, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.