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A buildable Lego cherry blossom if you want a little pop of flowery color to your home that *doesn't* need to be watered. It'll give you some serious nostalgia for your Lego-building days as a kid!
A pair of sweatproof "floating" air-conduction headphones for anyone who wants to jam out to some music without hurting their hearing in the process. These lightweight, wraparound headphones rest gently over your ears (no more pressure from earbuds!) and use open-air conduction technology to deliver clear, natural sound. They're sweat-resistant, have dual microphones to block out background noise as you speak, *and* allow some outside noise through so you're always aware of your surroundings.
A container of Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnadust reviewers use for their buttered toast, coffee, cookies, and ice cream (among soo many other things) because sugar + spice = very nice.
Self-heating soothing foot masks to help relax your tired, achy feet after a long day of walking, working out, or just simply living life. Instead of throwing together a warm bathtub with Epsom salts in it, just put on these booties instead — they're easier to use and not as messy! The formula feels so good, it was described by one reviewer as a "spa in a pouch."
Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener that's like a little magic wand for tired eyes — the color correcting formula works across all skin tones to help neutralize dark circles and instantly brighten up your under-eye area. Say goodbye to looking exhausted and hello to looking wide-awake in seconds.
A reversible vintage-inspired floral bathing suit so cute and comfy, it's basically a vacation essential. Each side has an elegant print, so you really can't go wrong deciding which one to show off. It has adjustable tie straps and offers full coverage so it's ready for beach naps or cliff hikes.
A set of super cute cowboy straw toppers for your trusty steed (aka your emotional support Stanley) so it's protected from germs or other things going down your straw.
A bunch of macaron boxes if your vibe is tiny things that spark massive joy. It looks like a little sweet treat but secretly holds earrings, pills, or any other mini must-haves you don't want floating in your bag. It's the perfect mix of adorable and functional — and yes, it does make organizing feel like a Parisian fantasy.
A spinning pill dispenser for anyone who never wants to forget taking their daily medication or supplements — but in a Wheel of Fortune way. It comes with 14 slots and pops out your pills with the little press of a button. Plus, it actually looks cute sitting on your counter, which is not something I usually say about pill boxes.
Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion designed to deliver lightweight and long-lasting moisture (24 hours to be ~exact~) without that horrible greasy feeling other moisturizers can leave behind. Your skin will not only feel super smooth, but it'll also smell like heaven on earth (aka cupcakes).
A Maybelline volumizing brow mousse so you can achieve fluffy, full brows without them looking overdone. If you want natural-looking volume, just swipe it on with the brush so you can have a long-lasting look that stays put!
A set of fine-point pens that'll make you feel like the CEO of color-coding. Whether you're journaling your dreams, annotating a novel like you're in a literary rom-com, or just writing "Don't forget!!!!" on sticky notes like your life depends on it, these smooth gliding pens have your back. No bleeding, no smudging, just organization in every shade of the rainbow. 🌈
A set of deep set heart-shaped salad plates with plenty of room for your 😍 meals. Imagining eating your delectable General Tso's chicken out of this as you hysterically laugh at Overcompensating — the vibes will be out of this world.
A set of glow-in-the-dark "tree elves" so the next time you look out your window into your backyard, you'll wonder what's at the base of your tree — and then you'll remember it's your army of tree elves... duh!
The 369 Method Manifestation Journal to help you achieve the goals you never thought possible *and* better define what you want to do on this floating rock. You'll learn about the "Law of Attraction" manifestation method over the course of 12 weeks, using your own daily affirmations to make your dreams a reality. Just write down your manifestations three times in the morning, six in the afternoon, and nine at night.
A NeeDoh sensory fidget toy that'll be your new emotional support blob 'cause you can squish it whole you overthink a text or power through a Zoom meeting. It's soft, stretchy, and super satisfying to squeeze so don't be surprised if you want to bring it around everywhere you go!
A set of handmade Cosmic Brownie earrings that even Little Debbie would sport. You'll get a kick of nostalgia *and* pop of color when you throw these on!
Bubble Skincare Slam Dunk Face Moisturizer, a lightweight, nongreasy cream so your skin feels extra nourished. It's designed to be fun *and* functional since the pump dispenses your moisturizer in the shape of a flower. Plus, it gives a natural-looking glow — talk about a win, win!
A "flossing toothbrush" with regular and longer, thinner bristles designed to reach under the gum line for a deep clean. It can help remove stubborn food particles, like lettuce, popcorn, and sesame seeds, so you don't have to pick them out with your fingers. Reviewers even ditched their electric toothbrush for this 'cause they loved it so much!
A "Through The Seasons" Reverse Coloring Book — aka a newer version of the original Reverse coloring book — that takes a therapist's question of "What do you see here?" to a whole new level. The pages come pre-colored, full of abstract blobs, so you can take a black pen and doodle whatever you want to create a final image! This + your comfort show = heaven, especially after a longgg day.
A squishy gummy bear night-light so your inner child, actual child, or the two of you, 'cause it'll give your home the sugar rush you've always wanted. It looks exactly like a giant gummy bear *and* it lights up when you squeeze its belly. It's rechargeable, gives off the coziest glow, and has a sleep timer so you can drift off without a care in the world.
A miniature book hair clip for anyone who wants to wear their love of reading loud and proud. Each handcrafted clip features a teeny hardcover book (with actual pages!) that nestles perfectly into your hair for a look that says "main character energy." This is the charming, bookish detail your outfit's been waiting for.
A polar bear hydrating eye stick that feels super cooling on your skin and can help depuff your under-eyes (especially if you keep it in the fridge). This Icelandic glacial water-infused balm is the perfect way for you *and* your under-eyes to feel a little more refreshed — even if you got, like, zero sleep!
A set of vintage-inspired spoons for the cutest little upgrade to your morning routine. Each spoon has a dainty floral ceramic candle that makes it feel way fancier than the price tag suggests. Whether you're stirring your coffee, scooping sugar, or pretending you're in a cozy cottagecore café, these are the spoons you'll reach for every time. Bonus: they're pretty enough to leave out on display (or to impress your next brunch guest).
A guided visual "breathing partner" to calm yourself and get you in the mood to sleep for hours and hours. It's designed to guide you through 5/5 or 4/7/8 "calming breaths," which help reduce stress and anxiety. The colors fade in and out softly as your breathing cues. Plus: it's kid friendly!
A set of vinyl coasters, the first vinyl collection that *won't* cost you an arm and a leg. These can help prevent dreaded water rings on your wood tables *and* give your home a ~vintage~ vibe.
A bag of freeze-dried Sour Skittles that take everything you love about the original and crank it up to 100. These crunchy, tart little flavor bombs are like regular Skittles that went through a glow-up montage and came out ready to cause chaos — in the best way. If you thought Sour Skittles already packed a punch, just wait until you try them in this freeze-fried form.
A jewelry catch-all if you're on the hunt for a dainty lil' catchall that looks like it belongs on the vanity of an old-money heiress in a period drama. With its elegant bow detail and vintage-inspired design, it's perfect for holding your keys, jewelry, or even a spritz bottle of your signature scent.
A "Scrambled Bus" egg holder — a wildly adorable school bus-shaped tray that'll give your eggs the first-class ride they deserve. It holds up to 12 eggs, adds a quirky pop of color to your fridge, and basically turns breakfast into a field trip. So take this as your sign to hop on the scrambled bus (population: you).
A Gameboy-inspired electric lighter you'll have for *much* longer than gas lighters 'cause it's rechargeable. It'll 1000% make you nostalgic for your Gameboy from the '90s (that's definitely still in your parent's basement...).
A sardine tin cosmetic bag with enough room for your lip glosses, setting sprays, and your other go-to beauty faves. It's giving Mediterranean Grandma meets downtown art student, and honestly? You just reeled in the cutest catch of the day. 🐟💄
E.l.f.'s moisturizing "Squeeze Me" lip balm that feels just as buttery soft as Laneige *and* has the same glossy finish to boot. It *also* comes in yummy flavors like Vanilla Frosting, Strawberry, and Honeydew and leaves a sheer tint of color — it's the perfect 'lil treat for your lips!
A plug-in color-shifting mushroom light for a little extra whimsical touch to your home. Its brightness will vary depending on the light inside of your home, so even if your hallway is pitch black at night, this little guy will be lit up.
A showstopping cocktail ring set to take away anyone's breath when they look down at your hand. The two rings are designed to stack perfectly, making it look like you dropped bands on expensive gems (when you really didn't) — that can be our little secret. 🤭
A mini inflatable tube guy you can park right on your desk for a little dose of joy — especially when your boss assigns you something but it's making you go 😒. The audacity...
A rose-shaped ice mold so you can aesthetically elevate any drink to feel extra fancy. You can even fill the molds with OJ for mimosas or coffee for cold brew so your drinks stay cold and don't get diluted by water! It's the perfect addition for any fun get-together.
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42 Offbeat Products That Will Steal Your Heart
A ~magic~ banana hand lotion you can easily keep in your bag to soothe dry and cracked hands with its vitamin A and potassium-rich banana extract. Reviewers love how moisturizing this feels, how lovely the mild scent is, and also what a delightful flex it is to be like, "Hey, want some lotion from my tiny purse banana?" A set of cheerful Lego botanical "happy plants," aka your new favorite coworkers. How can capitalism bring you down when these two are smiling up at you all day long? All the joys of having an office plant without the shame of your coworkers being like, "Shouldn't you ... maybe ... water that??" A lil' polar bear hydrating eye stick for some sweet, sweet relief when you wake up with puffy, aching eyes. This formula is blended with Iceland glacial water to help tighten skin and tackle dark circles so you look and feel more ~refreshed~. A NeeDoh "Dream Drop," another release from the *elite* Needoh sensory fidget toy line for anyone who wants to add more calm and focus to their day. This goo-filled, delightfully colorful fidget has a satisfying squish with a "slow rise" before going back to its original shape. Reviewers also love that it doesn't have the kind of stickiness that picks up debris and makes it hard to clean. A light-up solar frog figurine for your garden or porch so when you come home from that "just one drink" dinner past midnight, this croaky lil' fella can lovingly judge you for it. A set of adorable plush shark coin holders that will de-fin-itely get you a lot of compliments when you're ~fishing~ for change at the grocery store. An antique-style book tissue holder for when you've got the sniffles, but you still plan on being an intellectual about it. A set of pastel glitter highlighters I saw on Instagram a while back and NEARLY BLACKED OUT from the cuteness. If you like highlighting your planner pages, favorite passages from books, or lines from your journal, please do yourself a favor and purchase these subtle but oh-so-sparkly colors to jazz them up. ✨ A stackable set of sheep toilet roll holders so you're never caught in a baaaaaaaa-d situation without an extra bit of TP to spare. A dimmable sad duck night-light because sometimes you just have to look at this emotionally deflated creature on your desk and be like, "Welp. At least I'm doing better than that little dude." A clever bee-shaped toothpick dispenser designed so that the toothpicks come out of the "stinger." Everyone will simply be ~~buzzing~~ over how adorable this looks on your dinner table. A reusable silicone cactus dryer ball that pet owners especially love because it catches hair like nobody's business. These lil' desert bubs also help soften fabric, reduce wrinkles, *and* save drying time, so they're putting all the decorative but useless succulents in your home to shame. A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser to remind you that life is, in fact, too short to skip on your delicious morning cuppa. A shaved sheep plushie that is so! darn! FLUFFY!!!! that you will not be able to resist the adorable siren call of zipping its fuzzy little "coat" on and off when your brain needs a cozy vacation. A "Penny the Penguin" silicone measuring cup designed with an easy grip, an even easier spout pour, and a design so adorable that you'll bake yourself out of house and home just for an excuse to use her. A set of cat-shaped dual-sided sponges that dared to ask, "What if we turned Scrub Daddy sponges into cats and also made them way more affordable?" These are the purrrrfect solution for your kitchen aesthetic *and* budget. A guided visual sloth "breathing partner" you can use for meditation and calm to shift your mindset. This is designed to guide you through either the popular 4/7/8 or 5/5 "calming breaths" to help reduce stress and anxiety, using colors that fade in and out softly as cues. Bonus: it's kid friendly! Vacation's Classic Whip SPF 30, a wildly beloved "dessert for your skin" that feels so lightweight and decadent to apply that reviewers can't get enough of it. (No, REALLY. This is selling out all over. 😭) Not only does it feel ridiculously indulgent, but it's water-resistant and sensitive skin-friendly, so you'll be the sweetest AND safest treat. A set of cookie-shaped barrettes so delightfully realistic that you'll spend every day cosplaying as Cookie Monster's bride. A set of Goldfish fridge magnets — aka "Holdfish" — to instantly assert the superiority of this cracker to anyone who enters your home and dares to think they can suggest a snack food that doesn't smile back. A "Gracula" garlic crusher, because you know what? If a 108-year-old vampire lurking moodily in the trees in the Pacific Northwest isn't going to fall in love with you and grant you immortality, one might as well make your life in the kitchen a little easier. A cloud-shaped magnetic key holder for an absurdly cute storage option for keys that will prettttyyy much guarantee you never lose them again. And Just Chilling & Killing, a "cozy adult coloring book" for anyone whose favorite lullaby is a murder podcast. This includes 24 pages inspired by your favorite horror movies so you can color your way through bloodbaths and murders galore! A Godzilla microwave cleaner you can fill with water and vinegar and stick in the microwave. After five minutes, the gunk will be so loose that you can DESTROYYYYYY it all the way this big dude came after Manhattan. A camera lens-shaped thermos that is both aesthetically pleasing *and* delightfully practical — this 12-ounce insulated mug not only will keep coffee hot, but will keep iced drinks and smoothies cold on the go. Why say "cheese" when you can say "caffeine?" A set of cowboy straw toppers to add some much-needed "yeehaw!" into your hydration regimen, and keep your straws safe from germs out here in the wild, bacterial West. A pair of "three dimensional" frog earrings so adorable that regular earrings can pack it in — it's all about this cute lil' frog booty now. A Frenchie-themed cheese board to serve some top notch char-woof-erie at your next party. A sword-shaped grater for anyone out there who isn't just a cheese lover, but a cheese gladiator. Fight valiantly, my dairy-tolerant friends. A cow-themed cheese holder that is, in fact, a Big Moooooooood. Not only is this an adorable and handy way to store your cheese slices, but tons of parents say it's been a real hit with the kiddos! A set of cat-themed tarot cards purrrfect for first-timers, complete with a guide on how to pull the cards and how to interpret them. You'll be doing readings for everyone from yourself to your BFF to your actual cat, by the end of the week. A platypus jar scraping spatula so you can get every!! last!! MORSEL!!! of your peanut butters, Nutellas, and mayos, just as international super spy and legendary hero Perry the Platypus would have wanted. A chicken zen garden for anyone so stressed-out that they don't give a cluck where their self-care comes from anymore. A sardine tin cosmetic bag because as sweet as your makeup looks are, the truth is you're always a little salty. An oat milk vase for anyone whose dairy intolerance is so well-known that it might as well just become part of the aesthetic. ✨ Put your flowers in this and make your local barista proud!! A pet cloud because honestly ... some of us were *not* cut out for pet and plant parenthood, and this is our next best bet. This lil' bub does require "a lot of love and attention," plus a 30-minute walk and a steady diet of "tears of joy," but one look at that precious face and you'll be able to swing it. A small duck-themed salad bowl so there's no such thing as a Sad Lunch Desk Salad ever again — now at least you have *one* coworker who will always quack you up mid-meal. A mini inflatable tube guy for your desk to cheer you on (or remind you to take a lil' dance break whenever you overwork yourself). A delightfully subtle cropped "silly goose" pullover with some real "if you know you know" vibes. The little beak is hidden on one of the sleeves, so it masquerades as an ordinary sweater until you lift your arm to reveal that it is, in fact, the coolest sweater you own. A unicorn head squirrel feeder because you know what the world needs?? More mildly terrifying TikToks and Instagram stories of hybrid creatures frolicking in your backyard. This is your task. Go forth, my friend. A pickle wine stopper perfect for anyone who is both a wine-o AND a brine-o, letting you preserve your favorite pinots in ~style~. A mouse pad that's actually an artistic rendition of you in a Zoom meeting that doesn't have enough of your coworkers' cute dogs and/or babies making cameos in it.
