37 Cool-Looking Products You May Never Use Because You'll Be Too Busy Admiring Them

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13-04-2025

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These are all technically useful products, but you'll never find out if you don't stop ogling.
1. A John Derian sticker book for adults feeling a little jealous of their kids' incredible sticker treasure trove. This collection comes with over 700 elaborate designs inspired by 19th-century illustrations.
Reviewers note that most of the stickers are pretty big.
Promising review: "I cannot rave enough about how amazing this book is. It is a thick, hardcover book with high-quality paper pages filled with the coolest images. The variety of stickers in this book is incredible! I love getting a peek into creative minds like that of John Derian. I am so excited to start getting creative and using these stickers in my collages!" — Michala
Get it from Amazon for $22.11.
2. A fanciful mushroom kitchen timer, which is so much more endearing than using your phone or screaming at Alexa. It also has a glowing 4.5-star rating on Amazon, which is kinda unheard of for novelty timers.
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This winds up and times up to 60 minutes, ending in a loud buzzer. Reviewers also use it to help time themselves with work tasks and studying.
Promising review: "This is whimsical and fun; my kids love it. I tell them their dinner comes from a fairy mushroom forest. 😋 Works great, keeps my little monsters in line — 'Dad, the mushroom went off.' Love it." — Vik V
Get it from Amazon for $8.39+ (available in four colors).
3. Soot sprite dryer balls that'll look sooo cute bouncing around in your dryer. Besides being adorable, they reduce drying time, prevent wrinkles, and soften clothes, all without coating your stuff in a waxy residue like dryer sheets do.
Dryer balls are eco-friendly *and* budget friendly because you can use them over and over. Friendsheep is a small business that sells dryer balls handmade by women in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Promising review: "These are so incredibly cute! I love that they look like soot sprites! I used them today and noticed a significant decrease in drying time. No static, and able to be scented with essential oils. A great alternative to polyester, single-use dryer sheets." — Daria
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $18 (also available in nine other styles).
4. " Liquipens" — a cross between a pen and a lava lamp. These are fun to play with and likely mesmerizing enough to keep you entertained while taking notes in class.
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Promising review:"I broke up the three-pack and gave one pen as a gift for a class gift exchange and put the other two in a stocking for Christmas. Good quality and approved by both the 8-year-old and 49-year-old husband, who is a kid at heart! Definitely recommend." — Kindle Customer
Get a set of three from Amazon for $15.99.
5. A set of !!PAUL FRANK!! dermaplaning razors that will exfoliate and make quick work of peach fuzz, stray hairs, and eyebrows in need of a touch-up. Now, you can extend the time between threading appointments — or skip them altogether. Thank you, Julius the monkey.
Dearcloud
Promising review: "So cute and shaves nicely. My skin is so smooth." — Alice
Get a pack of three from Dearcloud or Amazon for $10.
6. A set of card-shaped sponges for anyone who's not playing when it comes to clean dishes. Each design features a face card also engaging in a light cleaning session — too cute!
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Promising review: "I thought this product was so cute and unique, I had to purchase it for my mom. I don't think they are really made for serious cleaning — just occasional cup or spoon cleaning — but they are SO adorable and fun." — AllieClaire
Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.01 (also available in sushi or sloths).
7. A six-pack of lip balms with lil' flowers inside that you'll likely never use, lest you risk disrupting the flower. But if you do, the cocoa butter, beeswax, and essential oils will hydrate, and the color-changing formula will give your pout a nice pink tint.
Promising review:"These lipsticks are so cute and so magical. The color that mine settles on my lips is subtle and not very dramatic. It almost gives me the feeling of wearing lip balm, which is my go-to for all things lips, so this was perfect!" — Daisy L. Alvarez
Get them from Amazon for $9.98 (available in two handle colors).
8. A conical cheese grater with a handle that not only looks like a cool wizard hat but also offers more control when grating. The square ones are just so unwieldy! This shape is truly the greater option.
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Promising review: "The best grater! The shape is ingenious, making it so easy to grate cheese or zest citrus. The wooden handle is just the right size and very comfortable to hold. Due to the conical shape, it takes much less effort to grate hard cheese than with traditional box-shaped graters. The rubber rim at the bottom ensures there is no slipping. The 'large' size is perfect for home cooking. I love this grater!" — Jo-Anne
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four sizes).
9. A can of whipped crea— I mean, sunscreen that just looks like dessert, so don't eat it, OK? This tasty-looking skincare will make you feel like a cherry pie instead of looking like one (baked and bright red).
It's SPF 30 and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes. It also smells AMAZING.
Promising review: "I LOVE this sunscreen. It's the best smelling sunscreen I've ever smelled and it came with a car air freshener of the scent (they know it smells too good 🤣). The foam application is super nice too. It feels great in my skin and I can't wait to buy another one!" — Kaylei
Get it from Amazon for $23.
10. A cool checkered cutting board you'll want to buy for aesthetics alone — but this piece isn't just a looker. It has deep grooves to catch juices, hidden handles on the bottom, and rubber anti-skid pads.
Promising review: "I am OBSESSED with this cutting board. It is made so well and looks so expensive. Every time I have guests, I will use it as serving tray or display for charcuterie and I always get compliments on it." — Lorrin Farrell
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in three sizes).
11. A pack of colorful Starface pimple patches — hydrocolloid stickers that protect open pimples while slowly sucking out gunk from your skin, potentially speeding up the healing process.
Promising review: "If you are one of the skeptics that are not sure about this product working, well....guess what? It honestly works! This is my second time ordering and a bigger pack is just what I needed! I recommend putting these on at night before you go to bed to give the stickers time to absorb fluid. No, it does not work immediately overnight. It may take two to three nights to completely go away. Which, based on the information of the product, is 100% understandable. Will be using these from now on!" — Michaela
Get them from Amazon for $21+ (available in four pack sizes and seven colors).
12. Or a pack of pimple patches in kitschy shapes like cherubs, bows, and animal pastries. Just wash your face and apply to an open pimple. I wish all problems could be solved with a sticker.
Urban Outfitters
Promising review: "I love these. They are super cute and work great. They stay put all night. 10/10." — Shon711
Get a pack of 15 from Urban Outfitters for $3.
13. A miniature kettlebell bottle opener for the person who works (out) hard and plays hard. Even as a gym-averse person, I have to admit this thing is super cool.
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Jem Glass is a small business that sells fitness-themed gifts.
Promising review: "Product was delivered quickly and easily. Fun packaging and nestled safe in styrofoam. Unique Father's Day gift: tested and works perfectly. He's gonna clip it onto his cooler. Great purchase. Though I do feel the price was steep, the quality makes up for it." — Payton
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
14. A pair of energy-efficient stained glass lightbulbs ready to wash your home in a kaleidoscope of colors. Guests will wonder if you moved into the Sagrada Familia.
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The LED bulbs could potentially save you up to 90% on your electricity bill when you switch from 40W incandescent bulbs.
Promising review:"I love these bulbs. They make any room all warm and cozy. Also a fantastic night-light for the little ones. :) Get you some!" — Amazon Customer
Get a pack of one or two from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two styles).
15. A cherry toilet brush for those who are committed to all things kitsch, even in the bathroom. I own this and can confirm I'm hesitant to ever use it because it's too cute.
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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.
16. A MomCozy sound and light machine complete with 34 soothing sounds, seven lights (including a fun rainbow), and an app-controlled remote that'll let you soothe your baby from afar in the hope that you get at least one (1) full hour of sleep. Reviewers say troubled sleepers rest easy when they have such a cute night-light by their side.
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Promising review:"My daughter was having a really hard time falling asleep. She was afraid of the dark, but now she wakes up saying she has dreams about rainbows and fairies. LOVE that it is an all-in-one sound machine. My daughter loves rocking out to music in her room now. The app makes it easy to control. You aren't able to do it manually — only through the app." — Chiara F.
Get it from Amazon for $67.99.
17. A pack of glittery highlighters for people who want some extra ~oomph~ when they highlight a really juicy part of their textbook.
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Promising review: "They were complete eye candy 🍬 They are beautifully smooth and perfect. The Japanese Zebra brand has never disappointed me, and I am truly grateful. 👊❤️🔥" — Junkie4fitness
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $7.03.
18. A solid lotion bar shaped like Totoro or Rilakkuma that's so cute, you may never actually use it. But you should because the almond butter-based lotion will make your skin feel softer than the Catbus. (I just assume a furry bus would be super soft?)
To use, warm the bar in your hands and swipe it over dry spots. Keep it somewhere cool to avoid melting. Jiro Soap is a Canadian company that aims to "turn your daily routine into a celebration."
Promising review: "The [Totoro] smells aMAAAzing! I was immediately greeted with the freshest citrusy lime scent upon opening the container. Packaging was super cute and I'm looking forward to getting a new one when this one finishes. 🤗😍" — Dayna
Get it from Jiro Soap on Etsy for $10.29 (available in two shapes and five scents).
19. Cat Tarot so you can get into the fun hobby of predicting the future. I see in your future: your cat pushing these on the floor.
Promising review:"These cards are great! As someone who owns more than a couple of tarot decks, [I think] the cardstock on these is superb for the price. This deck is friendly and has a very aesthetically pleasing color palette — even some of the darker cards of the deck are rather light-hearted. The images themselves are fantastic, cute, colorful without overdoing it, and not too gimmicky. If you like tarot and you also happen to like cats, get this deck!" — A. Asher
Get it from Amazon for $17.96.
20. Cloud bath bombs almost too cute to use, but the silver lining is that it's filled with RAINBOWS!
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Promising review:"These bath bombs are so cute. There are four individually wrapped clouds inside a beautiful box. The packaging is very, very pretty, I could imagine these being really fun for kids to get them excited about a bath, or as a great gift for someone who loves unicorns and rainbows! They make a nice stream of rainbow bubbles as soon as placed in the water and fizz for about five minutes or so. All four clouds smells wonderful and the bath made my skin feel very soft from the shea butter." — Rahil Memon
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a pack of four).
21. A set of LED lightsaber chopsticks to make fights over the last dumpling extra dramatic. They can change colors (red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor), so you can either make them match or change to red and blue to recreate The Duel on Cloud City.
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Promising review:"The chopsticks are very durable, and the glow is bright. They're a bit bigger than I expected — but very pleased nonetheless with the product because it serves the purpose and is entertaining for kids, right up to adult Star Wars nerds. It also made the perfect gift for my fellow Star Wars nerds. I've been too busy playing with them rather than using them to eat food — but hopefully, that will eventually happen before the batteries need changing." — Anthony
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
22. A rose-shaped straw cover compatible with 6-10 millimeter straws to avoid any gross situations. The soft silicone stem loops around your straw, and the rose fits right on top. VERY Disney princess if you ask me.
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Promising review:"I get compliments on these all the time! They are so cute and functional! They are easy to clean and help keep your straw clean, help with accidental spills, and keep bugs out in the summer! They are a must-have." — shopaholic
Get them from Amazon for $5.29+ (available in two pack sizes and six colors).
23. Twinkled T Nail Honey — a soon-to-be cult-classic that reviewers love for its effectiveness and cute packaging (the keychain version comes with a lil' puffy flower charm!). With the help of jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, and argan oil, the rosemary-smelling formula moisturizes, strengthens, and encourages nail growth. That gel manicure you peeled off? Not such a big deal now.
Promising review: "Love this! It's so cute, easy to use, and smells great. Best of all, it really works! I never knew my nails needed moisturizing until I was told and am now seeing that they look and feel so much better. Highly recommend Nail Honey!" — rani
Get the keychain from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in three other styles).
24. A paw-shaped chair cushion, because who doesn't want to be lovingly cradled in a kitten's paw?
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Promising review:"I freaking LOVE this paw cushion! This paw cushion absolutely saves my butt. It's not super thick or as filled as you might hope. But I read reviews and was prepared for that. A little extra padding would be great, but even without it, this cushion is soft and comfy! It's still worth every dime. It's perfect if you have one of those hanging indoor/outdoor rope chairs, too! This cushion is soft, cute, and comfortable. Buy yourself this thing. You deserve it." — mandarabbit
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two sizes and six colors).
25. A"Gracula" garlic crusher that ironically helps you with one of the most tedious chores in the kitchen. Just throw in the peeled cloves, twist, and feel grateful you Let the Right One In...to your kitchen.
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Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I've minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It's a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it's not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" — Barbie
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
26. Little heart-shaped grippers to help with glasses that keep falling down your nose. They're 100% adjustable and oh-so-cute.
Promising review: "I bought these for my Ray-Ban sunglasses, and they work perfectly! ❤️" — BMosqueda
Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $6.99 (available in six colors).
27. A box of macarons that — hey! don't eat those. These macaron SOAPS may smell good (I'm talking pink sugar, peach sorbet, lemon pie, cucumber splash, and toasted coconut) but they're better for displaying in your bathroom than as dessert.
Sunbasilgarden Soap is a small business based in Delaware.
Promising review: "Super awesome. Has lasted nice and long! It smells amazing and keeps my hands nice and soft!" — Barbara
Get a pack of five from Sunbasilgarden Soap on Etsy for $24.99.
28. A charming waterproof shelf liner to protect your fridge from stains and give it a little glow-up. Who knew the inside of a fridge could be so...adorable?
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Promising review: "Very good quality liner. I love the daisy print and it is a good thickness. Super easy to cut (I used a box cutter). Definitely recommend!" — Karen
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 11 patterns).
29. A double-layered umbrella that closes inside-out so you don't get soaked when you try to close the darn thing. Such an easy fix, yet it took us so long to figure it out.
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Promising review:"I love this umbrella! It's nice-looking. I bought the 'Starry Sky' design, but there are lots of different colors and patterns to choose from. The quality is good, and the inverted-open design is great, allowing the water to fall from inside then close to help keep you and your surroundings dry." — Wanda Williams
Get it from Amazon for $18.70+ (available in three sizes and 43 patterns).
30. A thermal bottle shaped like a giant Burt's Bees lip balm. Hydration is so important.
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Promising review:"This is the perfect size water bottle for me! Easy to take to and from my office, and I've gotten so many compliments on it. Everyone finds it hilarious, and with it being my absolute favorite color, its a straight win across the board for me!" — Anonymous
Get it from Burt's Bees for $30.
31. A flower-shaped dish brush so cute, you'll actually get excited to clean. Everything is going to be fresh as a daisy from here on out!
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Check out a TikTok of the flower scrubber in action.
Promising review: "Love having this on my kitchen sink. I t's happy and cute and makes me happy. One leaf did twist off after a few weeks of use, but it's still cute, and I could've been more careful holding it. It's not a super stiff brush, but it works well for most hand washing and quick rinses. Brush rinses well, and food doesn't get caught in it. I was happy to find it has a hidden scraper edge on top of the brush. Will def buy again when this one gets gross since it brings so much tiny joy into my kitchen." — Hannah Jo Wilson
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors).
32. A quilted pouch set featuring pastel designs so sweet, you may be tempted to snuggle them upon their arrival. If you have a trip coming up, I can't think of a better place to keep your toiletries and makeup.
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Promising review: "This is an ideal toiletry bag. A lot of space inside and has a zipper on the top. It's not too soft to wear. It isn't durable once it's zippered and has a few things in it. It sits very nicely. It's good for travel. And seems like it will be very durable. Good price for this item." — Maria
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in single bags or sets of three).
33. A set of four ceramic berry baskets much cuter than the plastic clamshells fruit normally come in. On top of looking really sweet, they also have drainage holes so you can rinse and store with one container.
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Promising review:"These look just like the picture! They are so cute. Adorable good quality — I love them." — Georgia Lager
Get them from Amazon for $38.95 (available in four styles).
34. A flower-themed snuffle mat so your dog can 🎵tiptoe through the tulips 🎵 and score some treats. The enrichment mat will help them de-stress and stay busy, so you can get a little work done without being paw-slapped for attention every two seconds.
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Bonus: Cats and bunnies also love this thing! Just throw it in the wash when it gets dirty.
Promising review: "We have a high-energy border collie mix, and we're always looking for games to keep her stimulated. She LOVES this treat mat. She demands to play every night now, and it's soooo fun to watch her sniff out all the treats. The only caveat is that you have to be careful about tucking treats into the little loop areas because our dog wanted to tear the loops to get the treats." — Melissa
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four styles).
35. A humidifier that looks like a little dog ready to blast off into space in their reindeer rocket ship. Why isn't this a movie yet?
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It can last up to 10 hours and has seven LED colors.
Promising review:"I can honestly say I was shocked to find this little gem, especially for the price. I have used it daily since it arrived at my doorstep. I've been taking it back and forth from home to work, but I will Instead buy a second one, and most likely a couple more as gifts." — Helen Quigley
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four colors).
36. A set of glittery gel nail polishes to help you master the coveted cat eye look. You can make your nails look like gemstones or faraway galaxies with the right technique!
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To get the cat eye effect, apply one layer, cure with a UV light for one minute, add a second layer and use the included magnet to move the glitter into the desired formation. Some reviewers say the magnet isn't quite strong enough, so you might want to grab this magnet kit as well.
Promising review: "I've been doing my nails for years, and this was so fast and fun to use. I always wanted cat eye polishes in my collection and this was perfect! Especially for Christmas time! I will say they are thick and I'm guessing that's because it's pigmented and packed with the little magnetic bits for maximum shine and glimmer. I feel like I have the northern lights on my nails! I would recommend playing on a few test nails beforehand to get a handle on the different patterns you can make with the magnet. Overall, would recommend it for anyone wanting something easy and fun!" — Hailey
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $19.98 (also available in five magnetic color sets, along with other styles).
37. An electric makeup brush cleaner that spins your brush and creates a mini vortex in your soapy water. The spinning helps clean and dry the bristles in record time.
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It comes with a brush spinner with three speeds, charging station, eight rubber collars, a glass bowl, manual, and cleaning solution.
Promising review:"This was even better than I expected! I picked this one for the USB recharging, which is wonderful. The quality is great and it works extremely well. My brushes are clean and dried in seconds. I went through all my brushes in less than 5 minutes, including the prep and easy cleanup. I gave this 5 stars for ease of use because it is awesome and much more efficient than the other method I used with a special mat and drying stand. That way wasted a lot of water and cleaner and was rough on my brushes." — Dawn Marie
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
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