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CNET
13-05-2025
- CNET
Get My Favorite Hatch Alarm Clock for $30 Off With This Memorial Day Deal
Getting up in the morning isn't always something we want to do, but it gets easier the more you optimize your sleep. If that's your aim, now is a great time to ditch our old wake-up setup and upgrade to one of the best alarm clocks I've used: the Hatch Restore 3. Morning and night routines are so much easier with the right alarm clock, and I only wish that I hadn't waited so long to pick one up. You can grab the Hatch Restore 3 alarm clock now for just $140, a $30 savings. Why not let this Memorial Day deal help improve your sleep routine and set the tone for each day? Act fast, though, since these kinds of deals don't tend to stay around for long. The Hatch Restore 3 is far from the basic alarm apps on your phone. It's a small oasis of tranquility. It gently wakes you up with a simulated sunrise and soothing sounds. This device is a sound machine, a sunrise alarm clock and a nighttime routine saver all in one. Since I started using the Hatch Restore 3, my room has been phone-free at night, and boy, have I noticed a difference in my energy levels when I wake up. Read more: Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks How I use the Hatch Restore 3 Hatch/CNET Using this sunrise alarm clock is very straightforward. You connect your device to the Hatch Sleep app. From there, choose when to wake up with your preferred sound and light setting. You can choose from 13 different alarm sounds, ranging from meditative flutes to morning birds to ocean shores, and four different light hue settings, from dark pink to bright orange and yellow. You can also create a custom sunrise light. The Hatch Restore 3 now comes at even greater value, with its original price reduced from $170 to $140 when you buy the alarm clock directly from Hatch. Whether you're seeking to enhance your morning wake-up routine or looking for a great gift for a loved one, this alarm clock is a worthwhile investment in quality sleep. Read more: The Ideal Environment for the Best Sleep Ever
Forbes
05-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Sleep Like—Hatch Cofounders Ann Crady Weiss And Dave Weiss
Sleep Like is a column in which Forbes Vetted asks entrepreneurs and tastemakers to reveal the go-to sleep essentials that help them rest, recharge and ultimately conquer their busy days. Since the start of their company in 2014, Hatch cofounders Ann Crady Weiss and Dave Weiss have been in the business of sleep solutions. When their third child struggled to sleep, they launched Hatch Rest, a kid-friendly sound machine, night-light and sleep trainer to curb the nightly army crawl out of his room. Later, when Dave's chronic insomnia and Ann's work-related stress spiked along with the growth of the brand, they were inspired to create a solve for adults: the Hatch Restore, a sunrise alarm clock meets sound machine that encourages deep rest and gentle rises. The brand's smart tech devices helped the Weiss family—and countless others—set and stick to a sleep routine that's based in behavioral science. But still, like many married couples, Ann and Dave found that other interruptions (differing sleep styles, nightly tossing and turning) often led one of them to head from the bed to the couch in the hopes of snagging that coveted slumber. Eventually, they decided the benefits of sleeping in the same bed couldn't compete with the quality rest they got while sleeping apart. So the official solution, in this case, was to separate their sleeping arrangements altogether, a decision more colloquially known as a sleep divorce. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), many U.S. couples have gone down a similar path. A 2023 AASM survey found that more than one-third of people occasionally or consistently sleep in another room to accommodate a partner. For Ann and Dave, it has been a mutually beneficial way to prioritize their well-being. 'It's still important for us to be able to connect as a couple, so every night, we spend time together in our main bedroom, which is actually mine,' says Ann, who also wrote an essay on the topic for Hatch's blog last year. 'And then, we go our separate ways when it's time to sleep. It's wonderful, and I actually sleep so much better now.' For Dave, sleeping separately has helped with his insomnia, too. 'We've always gone to bed at different times—I'm usually the last to fall asleep, so now Ann can go earlier in the evening without any disruption,' he says. Although they sleep apart, the couple does share a love for the same rotation of quality sleep products, including plush down pillows from Quince, crisp cotton sheets by Brooklinen and, of course, a custom wind-down routine with their Hatch Restore. Says Dave: 'Above all, we enjoy creating a sleep environment that works for us.' Read on to shop Ann and Dave's go-to picks for achieving deep, restful sleep—together or apart. Nico Zurcher 'My Hatch Restore is the number one sleep essential I can't live without,' says Ann of the sunrise alarm clock and sound machine that's available in four colors, including a new rosy hue (right). 'Right now, I'm loving the sound baths and irreverent meditations, and I transition to a rain sound during the night. Then, around 6:30 a.m., my room starts to fill with the light, and I wake up to the voice of drag queen Jaida Essence Hall telling me, 'Girl, get out of bed. You're going to slay the day.'' Quince 'I'm constantly searching for the ultimate pillow,' Dave says. 'I've had three back surgeries, and I'm also a 6-foot-7 side sleeper, so it's hard to get comfortable, period. Right now, Ann and I are both using this Quince down pillow. I use one to support my neck and another to support my free shoulder.' Adds Ann: 'I'm a side and back sleeper, and I love that it works for both. It's a nice, comfy option.' Brooklinen 'The Classic Percale sheets from Brooklinen are great,' Ann says. 'I have the window pane print, and Dave has the solid white color. I love that they have long and short label tags inside, so when you're putting on the fitted sheet, it's easy to do. It's such a small detail but completely game-changing.' The Company Store 'We both use the same cozy down comforter from The Company Store. I have allergies, so I also use a hypoallergenic cover from Amazon for my comforter and pillow,' Ann says. Leesa 'We're currently using Leesa mattresses,' Dave says. 'Now that we're out of the traditional spring mattress era, there are so many high-quality options to choose from. It's really hard to notice the difference because they're all so much better.' Target 'Ricola's lemon-flavored, sugar-free cough drops are an essential for me,' Ann says. 'I have allergies, so sometimes I get stuffed up. When I eat one of these, even in the middle of the night, I don't get a dry mouth, and I feel so much better.' Lunya 'Dave is not a pajama guy, and sometimes I just sleep in a T-shirt and undies,' Ann says. 'But I do have a pair of Lunya pajamas that I really like. This set includes a short-sleeve tee and shorts that are lightweight and breathable.' Amazon 'When I need to unwind at night, I use my Hatch Restore for meditations, or I pick up a good book. Right now, I'm reading the novel Hello Beautiful, which is incredible,' Ann says. Dave's relaxation routine involves some gaming. 'I like to play chess online,' he says. 'It was initially a pandemic hobby, but I noticed that it requires enough of my attention that the things that were on my mind kind of melt away when I play. When I return, I feel just a little more refreshed.' Amazon 'Next to my bed, I always keep some Blistex lip balm to make sure my lips aren't too dry,' Ann says. 'Blistex is not a very sexy brand, but that's what I use—and it totally works.' Hatch 'Eight years after our second child was born, we had our 'bonus baby,' and he struggled with bedtime, so Hatch was created out of a necessity to help people train their kids to sleep through sound and light,' Ann says. 'The Hatch Rest can really help you establish a good routine. I also recommend that any new parents get educated about sleep for babies, whether that's through a sleep coach or books on the topic. A great swaddle also helps. We've bought the Ollie Swaddle a bunch of times.' Papier 'As a parent, it's important to have a journal to record your own experiences,' Ann says. 'You're so exhausted, and time flies, but whether I'm feeling high or low, I like to write things down so I can remember to keep things in perspective.'
Buzz Feed
31-03-2025
- Lifestyle
- Buzz Feed
If Winter Was Just Your Free Trial And Spring Is Your Personal 'New Year,' Here Are 47 Products To Help You Get Your Life Together
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. Shopping · It's the season for new beginnings, so here are some products to help you hit the ground running. 1. A gorgeously designed Hatch Restore sound machine you'll appreciate now that daylight saving time has started back up again. It works as a touch-controlled smart light and will gently wake your body up with soothing sounds instead of that traumatizing iPhone alarm sound (you know the one). It even has a soft-glow reading light to help you wind down and achieve the sleep routine of your dreams. Amazon Hatch Restore lets you personalize a "bedtime routine" for each night to train your brain to recognize sleep cues and get a better night's rest. Options include changing the light settings to more amber tones to help produce melatonin for sleep, soothing noise options, and sleep meditations and sleep stories you can get in the Hatch app. Promising review:"From the moment we started using the Hatch alarm clock, our daily routines have been transformed for the better. The sound quality of this device is nothing short of excellent, providing crystal-clear audio that enhances every experience. The app library is a treasure trove of options, offering an amazing selection of music, meditations, and stories perfectly suited for both energizing mornings and calming wind-down routines. It's the versatility of the content that really stands out - whether you're in the mood for upbeat tunes to kickstart your day or soothing sounds to drift off to sleep, Hatch has got you covered. Overall, the Hatch alarm clock has been a fantastic addition to our home. It's not just an alarm clock; it's a lifestyle enhancer that has positively impacted our sleep, our mornings, and our overall well-being. Highly recommend it to anyone looking to enrich their daily routines!" — TheRepo Get it from Amazon for $169.99 (available in two styles and six colors). 2. A tub of magical cleaning paste: The Pink Stuff — hello, spring cleaning! TBH, this is bound to earn its own labeled space in your cleaning cabinet. Seriously. The way it effortlessly removes stains, grease, and grime and leaves just about any surface shiny and scratch-free should be considered witchcraft. Promising review:"When I bought my house in 2017, the upstairs bathroom had a shower that was nasty. I thought, 'No problem,' because I'll just use elbow grease and clean it up. I scrubbed and scrubbed and scraped and used everything under the sun. NOTHING worked!!! Pink Stuff. This stuff has done what no other cleaning product, no amount of elbow grease, no amount of cursing, no amount of anything else has ever done. I'm relatively convinced it's made with tears of the gods or just some magic that I wish I discovered years ago. My tub looks brand-new!!!" — MNee Get it from Amazon for $5.97 (also available as a two-pack). 3. A set of clear drawer organizers because with spring cleaning comes spring ~organizing~. If you're tired of having to commence an entire scavenger hunt to find that one hair clip, this is just what you need. No matter how many times you open and shut that drawer, these will help everything stay organized and in place. Promising review: "What an awesome organizer set. I used half of the containers from the set to organize a drawer. There is enough to organize two drawers. I am very impressed with the results. Non-slip feet are a great thoughtful feature. If you are still thinking, buy it!" — A. Syn Get the 25-piece set from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in eight colors). 4. A cool mist humidifier that'll be your hydrating savior and revive your skin if you deal with dryness and itchiness this time of year. It has tons of reviewers raving about how good it is at adding moisture to dry winter air, and it could also help reduce congestion when you're sick! Amazon Reviewers also say this is great if you have eczema or other skin conditions! Read more about humidifiers and congestion at MedlinePlus. Promising reviews: "I'm used to having extremely dry skin in the colder months, so I try to have a humidifier on when I get out of the shower or just have a very dry day. This humidifier is amazing! I feel so much more comfortable in my space with the air not sucking the moisture out of my skin! You notice the moisture right away upon turning it on! It's easy to use, you can't even hear it on, and easy to clean and refill! Thank you for giving me a less crusty winter season!" — Taylor B. Get it from Amazon for $26.99. 5. A Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 sunscreen to welcome back the sunshine the right way. This acts as a sunscreen, primer, and BB cream with a light formula that protects you against harmful rays and blue light. Plus, it leaves you looking downright luminous. 😍 Sephora Promising reviews: "I can't get enough of this product! I love the the consistency and the fact that it doesn't have a scent. It wears really well under makeup and gives your face a pretty glow. I'm on my third bottle and will continue to purchase. Highly recommend!"— scw15 "This is a new holy grail SPF. I have gotten so many compliments while wearing this. It has the prettiest glow and is perfect for a no makeup day to give your skin a little color. No greasy texture like some sunscreens. I'll always have this in my makeup bag!"— Ahannah75 Get it from Amazon for $18+ or Sephora for $22 (get the full-size version here). 6. Or a moisturizing Etude House SPF 50 sun milk, which is formulated with 20 powerful berry and plant ingredients (including açaí palm fruit extract, Barbados cherry extract, and sunflower seed oil) that are gentle on your skin and leave you with a lightweight, airy finish. It's intended to be used as the last step in your skincare routine and works like a charm as a makeup primer! Etude House celebrates beauty and aims to provide both makeup and skincare products that are beginner-friendly. Make sure to shake before using and apply to areas that will be exposed to UV rays. When I tell y'all I am picky with sunscreen...I am PICKY. No matter what, it has to be lightweight, non-greasy (my oily skin doesn't need any help looking shiny, lol), virtually invisible on my skin, and it has to work well as a base layer for other products like tinted serums and foundation. I found my perfect match in this sunscreen. It dries down to a *true* silk-matte finish and mixes super well with your daily moisturizer! Promising review: "With oily, pale skin, I've been hunting for a sunscreen that protects, spreads well, and will not make me break out or look even greasier for almost two decades. I'd tried every product that claimed to do so and had almost given up on finding a perfect solution — until this. Now, it's the only brand I'll use. When layered under a mattifying primer and makeup, I'm less shiny than I've ever been in my life, and I feel confident I'm keeping my skin healthier. Feels amazingly breathable, not cakey, nor does it clog pores. My only tip: it's thin enough to be able to spread and absorb well, but you'll want to work quickly and start with a small amount and build up as needed. If left to sit or slathered too thick, it can leave streaks of white cast that I've seen even on my pasty complexion, so I'm sure it would be even more noticeable on darker skin tones, but that's probably true of many sunscreens. No issues with pilling as long as you give it a few minutes to soak in before adding makeup. I LOVE it. Highly recommend and WILL keep ordering more as needed!" — ETSR Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (also available as a two-pack). 7. A daily planner that's *undated*, so it doesn't matter that you're not starting it in January. Plus, it's so adorably organized, you'll want to keep sneaking a peek at what your day is gonna look like. It helps you track your calls, goals, water intake, and even has a gratitude reminder section! Each planner comes with 50 tear-off sheets the size of a standard piece of paper. Bliss Collections is a family-owned small business based in Sussex, Wisconsin. Promising review:"I can't think of a better 'top of the morning' expression than 'You've Got This!' That got my attention. Love the visual clock graphic too. I use a weekly planner and having daily pages available as needed are great. The layout is useful, not excessively detailed while still including all the important sections. It's aesthetically pleasing." — Wynelle Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in five sizes and 13 styles). 8. A rapid egg cooker because it might just become the thing that gets you out of bed in the morning and ensures you *actually* have some breakfast. It can make omelets, poached eggs, scrambled, soft-, and hard-boiled eggs (Six at the same time, might I add!). With this, you've got your own personal little chef to whip you up the *perfect* meal. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Emma Lord says,"I've owned one of these babies and have faithfully used it every week for upward of two years, and especially love it while working from home — it simplifies breakfast because I know no matter what assortment of groceries I'm working with, there are precooked eggs to add some protein to it. (I like mine medium-boiled. 🍳) If my dinner is boring or seems like it needs a little extra oomph to it, I'll throw in an egg from this, too. Some reviews note that the alarm on it is a little loud, but the new models have significantly decreased the volume and sing a little song instead!" Promising review: "I saw someone on TikTok with this and gasped! Ordered it right away. I had no idea these things existed. Super easy and convenient, and the hard-boiled eggs came out perfectly. I'm testing a batch now without punching a hole in the eggs to see how they come out. Because why not make an easy process even easier?!?! LOL." — Gina Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in two sizes and nine colors). 9. A miraculous veggie chopper with four interchangeable blades that slice and chop your fruits and veggies for you. It cuts down your food prep time by a LOT, making it a huge relief for when you have guests coming over and you didn't know making stir-fry could take that long. Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in four styles and four colors). 10. A standing weeder to start getting that outdoor space back in shape for sunnier weather. With this, you no longer have to ~weed it and weep~ as you bend down and break your back to get all your weeds out. With this, you can stay standing and let the three steel claws grip the weeds for you as you pull them out! This is made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel. The simple lever system is what makes pulling weeds with this so easy! Grampa's Weeder is a family-owned small biz that sells tools to make weeding easier! Promising review:"Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." — JG Get it from Amazon for $36.97. 11. A hair thinner and cutter if you've been hiding those dead ends in a messy bun all winter 🙃. This little helper is great not only for cutting those dead ends but *also* for trimming your bangs, maintaining a cut, giving yourself some natural-looking layers, or trimming and styling wigs. The razor has two edges: a fine-toothed one for thin hair textures and a wider one for thicker hair textures. (FWIW, people also use this on their pets as a quick grooming solution!) Promising review:"I recently got a pixie haircut. I was hesitant to get one based on the fact that I'd have to get frequent haircuts, the cost of which would add up quickly. I did some research on YouTube and found some videos using the tinkle hair cutter to trim hair in between salon visits. I LOVE this thing! It is easy to give a little trim or a drastic cut, both of which I have done since getting the tinkle cutter. I was very nervous to try it, fearing that I might mess up my hair so I just did a little bit first, but it was easy and only takes off small amounts of hair at a time, remember, I have a pixie cut — if you have long hair it will cut that off! Basically, all you have to do is comb your hair in the direction it grows until you're satisfied with the cut. Seven months post pixie haircut and I have only been to the salon once to have a re-shaping done of my hair. I will say that when the cutter feels like it's 'pulling' your hair, it's time to get new razors. I still prefer my pixie cut to be pretty short, and assuming I would have to go to the salon once a month for upkeep, I have saved $210 since having my hair cut. TOTALLY WORTH IT!" — brandi in louisiana Get it from Amazon for $7.96. 12. A super handy luggage scale you'll appreciate for those spring break travels — especially if you'll be purchasing new buys and souvenirs, and you know your luggage will be much heavier on the way back! This lets you know how much it weighs so that you don't have to worry about awkwardly stopping in the middle of a busy airport to redistribute weight. Plus, reviewers rave about how accurate it is! Promising reviews: "I would absolutely recommend this for anyone who travels, especially internationally, because of all the extra costs for going over in weight. We were among the few people in line who didn't need to rearrange our luggage at the airport to meet the weight requirements in Milan. So easy to pack and take with you." — Addison "This little device was well worth the money spent. It saved us a lot of money on our flight home since we knew the weight was over and could pre-purchase the overage in the app instead of paying double at the airport. I'll never travel without it!! Very easy to use." — Michael Ellis Get it from Amazon for $7.91+ (available in four colors and also as a two-pack). 13. A microplane foot file capable of transforming calloused and cracked heels into feet that are ready for those cute sandals and heels that are about to be dusted off. Seriously, it removes more dead skin than you ever thought you could have. Yes, the results look pretty disgusting, but we know you love to see it. Promising review:"This baby is seriously sharp and does serious magic to my horrific calluses! I have had foot files and that ridiculous Ped Egg before, and they don't hold a candle to this. So imagine my surprise when this actually works really well! I used it dry out of curiosity since it says wet or dry, and honestly, I feel like it works even better dry than wet. I can't believe how much better my feet look! Sooooo gross to use (it's basically Mount Everest in foot skin), yet such a satisfying result! My only sad thing is now it hurts to walk on gravel barefoot. Worth it!!" — Eliza Get it from Amazon for $9.99. 14. And Demora's foot exfoliation mask — you apply the two bootie-shaped masks on your feet for an hour, wash your feet, and then, over the next five to seven days, enjoy the disgustingly satisfying experience of watching all of your dead skin fall away to reveal baby-soft feet. Reviewers swear by this for calluses and rough, cracked skin! Check it out on TikTok! Slide these foot mask "socks" onto your feet, leave them on for an hour to let the gel soak into your feet, and you should start to see the dead skin peel away within 6–11 days (with remarkably softer feet in two weeks!). Promising review:"I placed this order after seeing it everywhere on TikTok, and boy, am I glad I tried it! I was initially skeptical of trying anything on my feet.. and let's be honest, the peeling feet pictures are not for the oddly extremely satisfying. I soaked my feet in the bag for an hour as instructed (super easy to use)...two weeks later, BOOM baby soft feet...10/10 would recommend!! " — Alma Elias Get two pairs from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three scents). 15. A 10-pack of Wonder Hangers to really and truly maximize all the extra space in your closet (even if it doesn't *look* like there's any extra space 😬). And bonus! They come fully assembled, so all you gotta do is hang them in your closet and go buy cute new tops to fill them with. Amazon Wonder Hanger is a small business creating products to help organize and make more room in your closet. Promising review:" My family of three (teenage child and adult child) squeeze into an 820-square-foot, two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment. Closet space is high-value real estate for us. The Wonder Hanger Max has definitely maximized our closet space." — Whovian Get it 10-pack from Amazon for $17.99 (available in two colors and a 24-pack). 16. And a sturdy hanger organizer you'll need after you're done sorting through all of the yeses and nos in your closet for the *major* reset it so desperately needs. If you never again want to deal with the chaos that is a jumble of entangled hangers, this'll let you keep them nice and organized. Promising reviews:"The struggle with hangers has been real for quite some time; I wish I would have known about this thing sooner! Seriously, laundry is annoying enough, to not fight with hangers will be wonderful. It doesn't wiggle and seems sturdy. Hopefully, it stays that way because this has saved me a ton of room and hassle!" — Kara Adams "Working in retail for a million years, I know how amazing these can be in keeping your life less chaotic! I put off ordering for months, and I'm mad at myself that I did because these beat a box of hangers hands-down! I ordered two, one for dress/shirt hangers and one for skirt/pant hangers. They arrived today, seem to be made of the same metal that I've used in retail stores, appear to be sturdy, and are super easy to assemble! The only thing I had to stop and think about was which side of the base should face up. It comes with all the hardware and tools for assembly. A great buy!" — KatieLee333 Get it from Amazon for $27.62 (also available in packs). 17. A ChomChom pet hair remover that picks up all your dog's (and your!) hair as you roll it back and forth across your couch's surface. It's a fan fave and requires no adhesives, sticky tape, or batteries to clean up after your furry family member. Seriously, this deserves ALL the rounds of appaws. When you're done, press the button, open the remover, empty it out, and it's ready to use again! See it in action on TikTok! Promising review: " This thing is magic and worth every penny! We have a pit and husky, and in the summer, our home turns into a hairball all in itself. No vacuum could handle it, but this! THIS RIGHT HERE! This thing takes up every last strand of hair and tucks it neatly behind its little door for an easy clean-up. I was amazed and appalled at the same time because I had no idea how little our vacuum was actually doing on our couches until I used this!" — MCash Check out our ChomChom pet hair remover review for more deets! Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in four colors). 18. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets you'll appreciate because they power away the limescale and mineral buildup you can't see in your dishwasher, so you can restore it to its squeaky-clean state and have one less thing on your plate. (Get it?) Promising review:"I discovered these tabs from using one of their other products to clean a different machine. They are really packaged well, and every pack comes with a note from the company. Drop a tab in the detergent cup, run a wash cycle, and when done, open the door and let air dry. Really easy to use. My dishwasher is 20 years old, and regular cleaning from one of these knocks out some of the yuck. I'm a fan of these tabs! A++." — Bryan W. Steffy Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $19.95 (also available as a 48-pack). 19. A hydrating eye stick if losing an hour of sleep from daylight saving time (and indulging in mimosas during more frequent outdoor brunches) means your eyes might be a bit more puffy this time of year. This has a cooling formula infused with niacinamide and Icelandic mineral water, moss, and seaweed extract to help de-puff the area around your eyes and reduce the appearance of dark circles. Amazing. It also helps tighten eye wrinkles if you'd prefer for them not to be as noticeable. And here's a tip! It reduces puffiness faster if used after refrigeration. Promising review:"This is definitely a miracle product. I was impressed that it worked so well, so fast, and so instantly. The packaging is silly but whimsical; I enjoy it. This is the last thing I apply before walking out the door. The first day I used it, I put it on and got in my car — I looked in the rearview mirror, and my heart jumped. My eyes had de-puffed on my walk down the front path!!! So impressive. It's not hydrating; it's more tightening/brightening. If you have dry under eyes, use a creamy hydrating eye cream first, and apply this over it — problem solved. You don't get much product, but you don't need to use much either, and it's not like it's expensive. Definitely worth it if a product actually DOES what it claims it'll do!!! Buy it!" — Joseph S. Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a collagen stick, a peptide stick, and in multipacks). 20. A Beauty of Joseon serum, because we all know spring is the best time to bring out your glow. The niacinamide and propolis extract formula can help you maintain clearer skin, brighten dark spots, and give you a dewy glow, thanks to its honey-like texture. I've been using this serum for about three months now and cannot say enough good things about it. I got the "glow" serum (I love that there are different options for different skin concerns), and it continues to minimize my pores and makes my skin look plumped and radiant! Promising review:"From the moment I started using this serum, I saw results! The combination of propolis and niacinamide in this serum is a winning formula. My complexion has never looked this radiant and healthy. It effectively addresses dark spots and hyperpigmentation, visibly reducing their appearance. What makes this serum even more remarkable is its lightweight and fast-absorbing texture. It feels like silk on my skin and leaves no greasy residue. I can apply it seamlessly without worrying about it disrupting my makeup or other skincare products. The hydrating properties of this serum are a game-changer. My skin feels intensely nourished and plump, minimizing the look of fine lines and wrinkles. The only downside is the price. I think it's a bit expensive for the amount of product you get. However, it's so good that I'll still leave it at 8/5 stars!" — Yuna Lee Get it from Amazon for $16.99. 21. Or Pacifica's Glow Baby Booster Serum so that your skin can break out of its dull haze along with the weather. With vitamin C and glycolic acid as its superstar ingredients, this can brighten your skin, help with texture, and relieve clogged pores. Use it on its own *or* as a primer for makeup to keep your skin looking soft while minimizing shininess. Promising review: "Pacifica has been my favorite lately. I didn't discover them till 2022 and when I tried the Glow Baby Booster Serum it worked wonders. I'm medium to brown skin tone and this serum just enhances my skin color and I feel like I look more beautifully brown! Even my boyfriend noticed it one time when I was in the passenger seat and the sun was hitting my face. I thought yaaassss! I use the serum alone sometimes too because I feel it moisturizes my face. It also smells amazing and I'd rate the scent at least 8/10. It also makes my face feel plump :)" — Evey_smilies Get it from Pacifica for $18 or from Amazon for $12.75 (available in six other formulas). 22. A water-resistant cosmetic bag for anyone who can't even travel to a tropical paradise without their dozens of beauty staples. It comes with four spacious compartments that'll help keep everything organized and a hook so that you can hang it behind a door or on a closet rod (Hello, extra counter space!). With this, you'll have your entire beauty routine nice and spread out without even having to unpack it at all! Promising reviews:" I saw this on TikTok and purchased it for my trip! Got back home and used it in my own bathroom. I love it that much! Best Amazon purchase I've ever made!" — Amazon Customer " WILL NEVER TRAVEL WITHOUT IT. I am mad that I didn't purchase this sooner. I was able to fit the toiletries for my entire family into this easily. The hook makes the items easily accessible, especially when switching hotels/houses and traveling frequently. I would purchase this again!" — Elisa K. Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors). 23. A manual "flossing" toothbrush that has thin bristles, which help naturally eliminate the buildup and debris that tend to linger on other toothbrushes. The tip of each of its flossing bristles is as thick as a single human hair and reaches between your teeth and under the gum line to help with cavities and give you a minty, clean feel. And if you have sensitive teeth, no worries — reviewers say these bristles are super soft. Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves these: " I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively." Promising review: " I absolutely love this toothbrush!! TikTok made me buy it and I will never own anything else again. My teeth feel clean all day long, like I went to the dentist but better. I even have a sonic toothbrush, and this blows it out of the water. Don't hesitate…buy this for your teeth!" — Amy Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99. 24. A set of splurge-worthy Bose noise-canceling headphones if you work at a desk and want to isolate yourself from any loud or distracting surroundings. Pro tip: Use these while listening to a white noise loop, and you will feel infinitely more focused. Plus, these babies have spatial audio that gives you a totally immersive, crystal-clear sound experience and a battery life that will outlive any long workday. I literally have these on as I am writing this — they're quite literally my fave WFH accessory! What I like to do is use them while playing a white noise loop on Spotify, and I instantly feel a hundred times more focused. Their noise-canceling ability is pure gold, and it's a huge bonus that they're also *super* lightweight, compact, and easy to travel with! Promising review:" These headphones are a game-changer. As an avid music enthusiast, frequent traveler, and love of movies in a loud and busy household, these headphones have improved my audio experiences in ways I never knew were possible. First and foremost, the noise cancellation is unparalleled. The moment you put these on, the outside world fades away. However, it still offers the ability to be aware of your surroundings when needed without stopping your audio. If you are traveling, you don't need to worry about the headphones going out on you because the battery life is incredible. As with all Bose products, the craftsmanship and quality are top-notch. I have been hesitant to purchase Bose headphones in the past because I just didn't think that I would be able to tell enough of a difference. I was wrong. I am beyond excited to have these headphones, and it has added so much to my entertainment enjoyment." — P.O. Get them from Amazon for $429 (available in five colors). 25. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner to deep clean and deodorize your garbage disposal and pipes that have probably gone a little too long without your attention. 😬 It removes hidden bacteria, leaves a lemon-fresh scent, and can even help extend the life of your disposal! Amazon Promising review:"Saw on TikTok (don't judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you're left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." — Jessica House Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78 (available in four quantities). 26. A container of Aquaphor multipurpose healing ointment, which is the holy grail here to soothe, protect, and restore smooth skin. Got some chapped skin brought on by the finicky weather? Just got a new tattoo? Dealing with allergies? This magical ointment is here to save the day. Promising review:"At first, I wasn't sure I'd like this product because it is so greasy; I even heard it referred to as 'the new Vaseline.' My doctor recommended it for my cracking cuticles and fingers. I discovered that I was using too much, my mistake; I was applying it like regular hand lotion/cream. A little goes a long way. I love it!! I keep the jar beside my bed and rub a small dab on my hands before turning off the light so it has all night to soak in. My hands are now crack-free and soft even though it is the middle of winter with extremely frigid weather." — Mooselady Get it from Amazon for $18.37. 27. A super effective pore control cleansing oil to magically eliminate makeup residue, blackheads, and sebum while preventing pore congestion — perfect to incorporate in a double cleansing routine! It's also hypoallergenic (since we already have *enough* trouble with allergy season) and works wonders for sensitive, acne-prone skin. Promising reviews: "I tried this on a whim. My skin always holds onto everything and I was looking dull. I massaged this into my face for a while before my shower and then cleansed with my normal cleanser. Let me tell you when I got out out of the shower, my pores looked different. I noticed everything seemed like it was coming to the surface of the skin and so I used and omg... after two days I never had pores this clean since I was ten years old. People at work said I was glowing and my face has never been so soft. My skin has never felt so good. This stuff is magic. It makes all other products work better. It's super gentle. I bought it for three friends because it made me look so youthful." — Bead maniac Get it from Amazon for $17.69. 28. A fan-fave facial ice roller — call it hay fever, seasonal allergies, or just the natural order of things, but this season makes puffiness pretty hard to avoid. This is a super ~cool~ way of making it easier! Just pull it out of the fridge or freezer in the morning, and it'll give your skin (and you!) a glorious wake-up call. Promising review:"Kept showing up on 'products people love' lists so I finally went for it and it lives up to the hype! Pop it in the freezer and just a gentle roll on my face and neck is so calming and cooling. It's been so humid, it's gross, and this brought me from cranky to chill in like a minute. Love it!" — Ann Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in nine colors). 30. A Two Minute Mornings daily journal because a productive day can come down to something as simple as how you start your morning. This helps you stay mindful of what you will let go of, what you're grateful for, and what you'll focus on to set yourself up for a successful day! Amazon Promising review:"This was purchased for me as a Christmas gift from a coworker. I only recently started using it, as I've been dealing with some troubles in my life. I don't know what it is, but even if I repeat some of the same stuff... getting this done in the mornings (or sometimes at night if I don't make the time in the mornings) has made such a tremendous difference in my attitude toward myself and to others. So much so, that several people have taken notice. I have since purchased a couple of copies for friends who are also dealing with troubles in their lives. I highly recommend it. Even if you aren't dealing with any issues in life, it's such a help for clearing your head before starting your day." — Sumo Get it from Amazon for $15.76. 31. A sleek, gloriously aesthetic time-marked water bottle to help you stay on top of your water intake because you're probably dehydrated as we speak. Fill it with fruit-infused water for some vitamin-rich hydration and to make it look extraaa pretty. 😍 Promising review:"Saw it on TikTok and thought it would be a great bottle for work. It is very sleek and lightweight enough to carry when you have other items in your hand. I love the modern look, and it cleans very easily! The time increments really do motivate, definitely ordering again for myself and gifts. Fast delivery and very nice packaging." — Rosa Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two sizes and three colors). 32. A set of foldable storage bags with large clear windows and handles that'll make it easy for you to finally deem your closet an *organized* one. These will let you store all those winter layers away without having to open each and every one on the off-chance that you want to scout out your favorite sweater. Promising review: "These bags are so GREAT!! I have so many clothes. I was surprised to find that just about all of my summer clothes fit in one bag. I was able to put six fluffy throw blankets in one with so much more space left to fill. In another, one queen-size comforter with a few pillowcases to fill in the gapped spaces. I will definitely be ordering more in the future. I think they'd come in handy for moving. Such SPACE SAVERS!!! Fit perfectly under my bed. To save more space, I plan on buying bed risers, so I can double stack the backs for more space. I am very well pleased!" — Wanda Get a two-pack from Amazon for $20.56+ (available in six sizes and four colors). 33. Some under-bed storage containers if you want to make use of all that wasted space. These are just the thing you need for storing all those off-season layers you've grown tired of *without* having to take up any of your precious extra space. Promising review:"I live in a small, one-bedroom apartment, so I am always looking for products to help with storage and organization. This product stuck out to me due to its low price point and appearance. I wanted something with a clear lid, so that I could clearly see what was inside without having to open it. I currently have ALL of my summer clothing and shoes stored in the two organizers. Everything fits snugly, but perfectly. I may end up purchasing two more for my winter clothing when the time comes, just because of how snug my thinner, lighter summer clothes fit in the two that I have now. I won't hesitate when that time comes because I do love this product! I have had no issues with tearing or poor quality. Highly recommend!" — Emma Payne Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.97+ (available in five colors and also larger packs). 34. Youthforia's Pregrame Primer, because with increased humidity comes increased sebum production. 🫠 Thankfully, this is formulated from sebum-reducing botanicals and plant-based ingredients and glides on skin while preventing other products on your face from evaporating. Get ready to achieve that bouncy, radiant complexion! Youthforia Youthforia is an Asian woman-owned small biz that aims to make makeup that's so good for your skin you can sleep in it. The founder, Fiona Co Chan, even tested the brand's blush by sleeping in it for two months! They are passionate about being environmentally friendly and not using fossil fuels or gross toxins in their products. Here's what BuzzFeed editor Chelsea Stuart says about it: "I have been using this for a few weeks now and I'm in love. Whether I decide to wear makeup or not, I always slather on a few pumps of this at the end of my skincare routine (following cleanser/primer/moisturizer) to lock in hydration. And when I do wear foundation and the works, it creates the perfect base to build on (no oxidization whatsoever 😊 ). I have oily skin so primers are very hit or miss for me but this doesn't leave me greasy — after a few seconds it honestly feels like I'm wearing nothing at all." Get it from Youthforia for $38. 35. A brightening and depuffing serum — it's like coffee for your skin (because it deserves the wonders of coffee, too!). This revitalizing elixir contains 15% vitamin C complex, passion and dragonfruit extracts, and yerba mate and guayusa extracts — that's where the caffeine and antioxidants come from! Apply under a moisturizer and SPF for a skincare routine that will get you out of bed and feeling refreshed. Sephora Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "I love this product! The texture is nice and stays put on my face, not too watery. It smells gingery to me, which I like. This hasn't caused a single issue with my dry, sensitive skin, and I use it in the mornings a few days a week. I always start the day with extra soft, smooth skin! It makes my skin look and feel better.." — AirmeeFromBKLYN Get it from Sephora or Amazon for $59. 36. A set of hair spin pins because they claim to do the work of 20 bobby pins and help you create a quick and easy updo for those busy mornings when you're on your way out and just need your hair OUT of your face. To use, just gather your hair and twist it into a tight bun (no hair tie needed!), tuck in the ends, and spin the pins into the edges of your bun. Promising review: "When even a ponytail won't do and a hat isn't socially acceptable, pull out the spin pins. These are easy to carry in your purse for emergency hair days. They twist together/around each other so they stay kind of bundled together, and I keep them with several regular bobby pins to keep stray hairs tucked together. I find the minis are far more comfortable to wear as well as easier to get in the hair. You will still need a few pins to secure some random loose hairs if a PERFECT bun is your goal. But if you are like me and most days you just need your hair out of your face and off your neck, these are excellent since the bun stays put. Works beautifully under scrub caps as well." — Blondiechick Get a pack of three on Amazon for $6.46 (also available in as a pack of two). 37. A pressure washer to erase the effects of winter on your patio furniture and fence. You can also use it on your porch and lawn equipment! One reviewer said they even got great results without using a cleaning solution and that it's quite satisfying to use! It even comes with five spray tips to help you attack light- to heavy-duty cleaning tasks. Promising review:"This little guy is a game-changer. It is so quiet, and so powerful. I was extremely skeptical about buying such a small, not to mention, electric pressure washer because I've only used gas pressure washers in the past. Well, I moved into my house last year, and started to wash this driveway off with a friend's gas pressure washer and decided it was not worth the time because it was not getting very much of the grime/dirt off. Well, look at what this thing did. This home is near the beach and flooded in Katrina, and probably hasn't ever been pressure washed. This thing worked flawlessly. I can't say enough good things about this purchase. Would buy again with confidence." — James G. Get it from Amazon for $199. 38. A sock and underwear organizer if you're looking to revamp your undergarment storage. This'll let you pick out your socks for the day in a snap (and easily zero in on the pair-less ones)! Promising review:"I LOVE LOVE LOVE these organizers!! I almost did not purchase them due to the reviews saying that larger than a C cup would not fit into the bra organizer. At just $15 for four organizers, I took my chances and ordered two sets of four. I figured, worst-case scenario, I would have to cut the dividers out of the bra organizers. I wear a 32DD, and the bras fit beautifully in the organizers. I am so glad I took the chance and did not listen to the reviews. I would have missed out on the best, cheapest organizers I have ever found. I ordered another set for tank tops and other extras I did not think of before. I will also order my boyfriend the brown ones for his drawers. Great product for a great price!" — Elizabeth L. Blackwell Get a four-pack from Amazon for $13.97 (available in seven colors). 39. Shelf dividers so you can *finally* stack clothing to the tippy top without fear of it toppling over and creating the start of an even bigger mess. This also makes it much easier for you to grab that one specific shirt without having to wrestle with all the clothing piled on top of it! Promising review:" If you need to Marie Kondo your closet, this is really useful and it looks really nice. I got the grey ones. Bought two to see how they were. Perfect. Bought six more. Loving it!!! Really recommended this product, ready to install and very sturdy." — Nicolò R. Get a two-pack from Amazon for $17.99. 40. A miraculous toilet pumice stone that's here to save the day when it comes to deep cleaning those *extra* stubborn toilet rings, which are the bane of your existence. Just wet the stone, gently scrub, and watch as those tough stains disappear! Promising review: "I am one of those people that reads Amazon reviews but never actually writes them. This product is SO AMAZING that here I am writing my very first Amazon review. We have hard water and our toilets become stained where the water drips in from the minerals in the water. I have literally tried everything out there, from the bottle rust/hard water/lime scale removers, to bleach, to baking soda and vinegar, and nothing ever works. Let me tell you, it is the REAL DEAL. Within seconds, it was obvious that it really works. Just wet the pumice stone and with a little elbow grease the hard water spots disappeared! I highly recommend this product and I hope they never stop selling it. I just came back today and ordered two more!" — Allison W. Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (also available in multipacks). 41. A 52-week tear-off meal planning pad to save you time *and* money. It helps you plan all your meals in advance with space for your weekly shopping list so that you can take it to the store with you. Or stick it on your fridge so the kids can stop asking, "What's for dinner?" Check out a TikTok of the weekly meal planning pad in action. Sweetzer and Orange is a small business specializing in planners, stationery, and educational products. Promising review: "The magnet is great, sticks to the fridge very well, and does not slide or move. Perfect for planning meals and adding needed grocery items to the right side. Then you just tear off the right side and head to the store. This has made our family meal planning so much easier!" — SandyBeach Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two styles). 42. The Inkey List Salycylic Acid Cleanser if you just know your blackheads are about to make their grand entrance with all the increased humidity that this season's about to bring. 🙃 Fear not! This cleanser's non-drying, non-stripping formula will help minimize excess oil and visibly reduce blackheads and breakouts. Sephora Promising review: "I've been using this cleanser for a year now, and it's become an essential part of my skincare routine. The results have been consistently impressive, leaving my skin feeling refreshed and revitalized. The gentle formula is perfect for daily use, and I appreciate how it effectively removes impurities without causing any irritation." — Drashtiii Get it from Sephora or Amazon for $13+ (available in two sizes). 43. A fast-acting lawn repair formula made of grass seeds, mulch, and soil amendment to mend the abuse your yard has endured from all your dog's outdoor activities. This reviewer's grass was an inch tall after just one week! Promising review: "I used this in the spring to fill out our lawn more, and it worked great! I was worried because I feel like you always hear grass seed horror stories, but I just raked our lawn good, spread seeds all over, and watered it once (sometimes twice) per day and it filled the lawn in beautifully!" — Mariah Get it from Amazon for $16.44. 44. A weekly Wet & Forget shower cleaner that'll rid your shower of soap scum, grime, and body oils while skipping out on all the laborious scrubbing. It also removes stains from non-porous surfaces and leaves behind a soft, delightful vanilla scent. Just spray it on, let it sit overnight, rinse, and you're all set! Promising review:"We cannot BEGIN to tell you what a lifesaver this is! We have two old fiberglass tubs with vinyl shower enclosures that, no matter what amount of scrubbing we have done with everything from bleach to cleanser to vinegar and baking soda, would NOT come clean. After I took my shower last night, I sprayed down the tub and walls. Within minutes, all the built-up water deposits, dirt, and grime began to melt away in front of my eyes. I left it on overnight, and when I got up this morning, it did not look like the same tub and shower. This product is a godsend, especially for old folks like us who have difficulty getting down on our hands and knees and scrubbing anything. More importantly, it performs as advertised. We plan on using it as part of our weekly cleanup routine, in addition to purchasing the Wet and Forget Mold and Mildew Remover for use on the vinyl siding of our house. This is truly an overnight sensation!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in two scents and three sizes). 45. An adhesive under-desk phone holder because the "out of sight, out of mind" method may be the one thing that keeps you from continuing to check your phone every two seconds. Just use the included tape to stick your phone under the desk and give yourself a distraction-free space. Beyond 3D Creations / Etsy Beyond 3D Creations is a Boston-based small business that specializes in creating useful gadgets that solve small problems in your office and home. Promising review:"This is definitely a hit! I installed it horizontally because my desk has a square frame under it that I couldn't put it on as instructed, but it still does its job. Now, I'm so used to getting my phone from this holder without looking down at my desk, and my screen time has decreased a lot during that time. I work remotely from home, this really helps in terms of being more efficient so that I can finish my work early and get more me time back at the end of the day. Highly recommend it if you want to be less distracted while working!" — Shelby Cedrone Get it from Beyond 3D Creations on Etsy for $11.88+ (available in six colors and two sizes). 46. An acrylic dry-erase magnetic fridge calendar — the first step to organization is planning ahead! For when life starts life-ing, and you feel overwhelmed with your to-do list, this simple tool will help you tackle everything coming your way. Eight dry-erase markers are included! Promising review:"I specifically use it to write whatever food is going to expire because me and my husband were really bad at keeping up with it and I am so glad we got it — it's just what we needed. Its marker colors are so bright and pretty, the size is perfect, it looks organized, it's smooth and easy to write on, and the calendar plastic is very durable and thick. The magnets are very strong. Does its job perfectly." — Jasmin Jaquez Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (also available with a weekly planner, chore charts, and more). 47. A leaf blower/vacuum with an angled snout that's ideal for reaching under your deck and sucking up all those hidden leaves that thought they could hide. It also comes with a built-in mulcher and a switch to change functions — no need to stop and change out a tube! Amazon This can chop up to 16 bags of leaves so they fit into just one bag! Promising review:"I have two very large red oak trees in my yard and they tend to dump a lot of leaves all over my yard and my neighbor's yard. Before this arrived, I blew them into a pile awaiting the shipment so I could mulch them up. I previously had a mulching attachment for my line trimmer and it wasn't that great, but it did the job. In comparison, this was far better. It had rained the morning before I tried this out, so the leaves were wet, which made the work a little slower than with dry leaves, but it still worked. It did get bogged down one time, but I was overfilling the bag when it happened, so it was partly my fault. I would highly recommend this to anyone that is looking for a mulching vac." — Matt Hamilton Get it from Amazon for $98.48. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
