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47 Budget-Friendly Items For Inflation-Weary Shoppers
Olay Super Serum Body Wash (the body wash version of Olay's cult favorite facial Super Serum) — this is so soothing it's basically gonna feel like giving your dry skin a niacinamide-forward bottle of red, with notes of shea butter and a whiff of collagen peptides that'll treat your ~full body~ to 24-hour hydration when summer has you feeling dehydrated from head to toe. Ahhh, drink that all in.
A set of cult-favorite extra soft cooling bedsheets (boasting a mind-boggling 245,000 5-star reviews!!), folks say feel like sleeping at a luxurious hotel. If you've found falling asleep a chore because of tossing, turning, and *sweating* at night, then treat yourself to these must-have sheets.
A longline sports bra so your outfit can say "Lululemon" even if your bank account is saying "no new clothes at all." This top-tier top is a hit with reviewers because it's suitable for so much: outdoor workouts, gym use, *and* casual wear. Its lightweight design is breathable but sturdy and supportive without being too compressive, making it a staple both at work and while working out.
A stunning minimizer bra with the power to basically give you a surgery-free breast reduction with some ultimate seduction. The comfortable sheer mesh and lace details are oh-so-sexy that, despite the impressive results when worn under shirts, you may find yourself too distracted looking at your gorgeous shelf (oops, I mean, self) to wanna put clothes on over it. Reviewers rave about the bra's ability to support breasts while minimizing bulk without the awkward separating and squishing that often result from lesser bras.
And a set of breathable, seamless thongs specifically loved by several reviewers who "hate" thongs. Folks say these are comfortable all day *and* claim they're comparable to (and even better than!) brands like Skims and Victoria's Secret. I'm sold. Like, literally. Buying now.
A mosquito repellent that'll save you from being *bugged* by mosquitoes while lounging around on your patio. This creates a 15-foot personal bug-free bubble that'll have you feeling FREE from those dang pests.
A Dash rapid egg cooker sure to guarantee you never have to ~scramble~ to prep this potentially tricky dish ever again. "Set it and forget it" is the BEST cooking step.
And a retro Dash stand mixer (that proudly boasts over 13,000 5-star reviews) — this six-speed mixer comes with a 3-quart bowl that'll take on all the cookie dough your heart desires.
A Revlon hot air brush designed with open-ended vents for optimum airflow, taking your wet, tangled, frizzy hair and turning it into a shiny, salon-style blowout in mere minutes.
A fast-acting lawn repair formula because your dog's peeing, playing, and digging have wreaked havoc on your yard. This easy-to-use combination of grass seeds, mulch, and soil amendment is specifically designed to repair pet-induced damage and get new grass growing ASAP so you don't have to redo your lawn — it'll already look like a million bucks.
A SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher can transform the dumbest of devices into smart machines worthy of this century (as long as they have a pressable "on/off" switch). Have Alexa control these gadgets and gizmos with an app instead! Getting up to start the coffee maker is way too much effort before you've had coffee.
A rice cooker to take the guesswork out of making the perfect bowl of rice. It's time to finally make the crispy rice sushi bites TikTok keeps talking about!
An exhaust fan that's gonna hold onto *way* less dust than the gross grated fan you've got looming over your toilet today. Replace the grate with this (you can still use the same fan system inside!) and treat yourself to a small upgrade that's gonna make a big difference.
And E.l.f's Lash Xtndr Tubing Mascara so you can finally have the thick, full lashes you've dreamed of, even if your flimsy natural lashes hardly hold up standard mascaras. This uses a unique "tubing" formula that boasts being smudge-free. And if you have fragile lashes? This can easily wipe clean! It's also available in *brown*, which is a huge deal for folks with warm hair colors and blonde lashes, as it doesn't clash with your natural coloring (speaking for my own red-headed self here).
An immersion blender, because we're in the thick of cold soup season and I plan on eating gazpacho... daily. What do I not plan on doing? Cleaning a blender daily. Grab this and you too can have delicious soup without the extra dishes!
A pair of sunglasses you wear *over* your prescription glasses — a suuuper helpful solution for anyone who has been struggling in the sun for too many years, refusing to spend money on prescription sunglasses and hoping for a simpler solution to keep their eyes comfy in the sun. This is it, my fellow four-eyed friends! These stay on, they're lightweight, and they work.
A modern waterfall faucet that'll be an upscale (yet affordable) addition to any ol' bathroom in your house.
A "flossing toothbrush" designed with two different types of bristles — one layer has classic firm bristles, while the longer layer is extra thin (10 times thinner, in fact!) and intended to clean deep between the cracks in your teeth and over your gums – just like floss. If you have sensitive teeth and love a deep clean, you're sure to love ~brushing up~ on your dental care game with this.
A slim, two-slice toaster that'll be a satisfying space saver in your Polly Pocket-sized kitchen. The long slot design keeps it slim while still allowing for two slices of bread to cook at a time. The design also makes this great for larger slices of homemade bread and sourdough loaves, all while being juuust the right size to squish between appliances and cabinets.
The Face Shop's facial foaming cleanser formulated with rice water to help brighten, cleanse, moisturize, and remove your makeup all at once. If you like the idea of having *one* skincare product that does it belongs in your bathroom.
A set of charming reusable Swedish dishcloths so you can throw away your grimy sponge *and* prevent overusing wasteful paper towels. These sturdy towels can be washed up to 50 times *in the dishwasher* and replace 17 rolls of paper towels EACH. And seriously, toss that sponge out! These are sturdy enough to scrape away caked-on stains but also soft enough to dry more fragile dishware.
Quick-dry running shorts that'll have you crying tears of joy when you realize how comfortable these are all day, despite your impressive sweating skills. They have built-in underwear, a phone pocket, and a high slit on each side which is 1) CUTE and 2) extra comfortable.
A hyaluronic acid serum — this can save your dry skin thanks to its *intense* hydrating properties that improve a dry complexion's softness, smoothness, and ability to retain moisture. I feel soothed just thinking about it.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Face SPF 60 Serum sure to do its very darndest to protect your skin (without a white cast), no matter how much you're out in the sun. Reviewers rave about using this as a priming moisturizer. Any way to sneak some SPF into your makeup routine is a real win. My pasty self is buying this as we speak. Seriously.
A meat shredder that'll quickly become the #1 tool in your kitchen. Start indulging in shredded pork, chicken, and tofu weekly, without spending ages on shredding prep with a couple of forks. Just toss in your cooked meat and twist a couple of times! Your aching wrists and happy stomach will thank you!
Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo with a gorgeous gardenia scent and a formula that'll give you the satisfying clean your hair needs with a lil' keratin treatment thrown in. This'll help protect against the frizz and breakage spring humidity inevitably brings. Plus, the packaging'll make your bathroom counter look beautiful all on its own.
An exfoliating mitten lots of folks love for preventing ingrown hairs, reducing KP, and smoothing out their skin before applying tanning lotion. I personally love using an exfoliating mitt in the summer after a day covered in sunscreen and sand. There's no better way to get rid of that goop!
A hidden fly trap you plug into an outlet when you have house flies, fruit flies, moths, or gnats crawling around. The little light lures bugs by up to 400 feet (!!!), and the sneaky design means this thing'll be blastin' bugs by the dozen without ruining your room's clean aesthetic.
A ChomChom pet hair remover roller — this is gonna pick up fur and lock it inside the roller, making cleanup a breeze. Plus, it doesn't lose its effectiveness with heavy use. We love our pets, but woof, shedding in the springtime is their greatest skill.
A silicone clip-on strainer that's dishwasher-safe, attaches to any size pot or pan, and is designed to save a bunch of space in your kitchen cupboards.
A jar of The Pink Stuff (the internet's favorite cleaning product) that'll clean everything from pots and pans to blotches in your bathtub. Move over firefighters, I want a calendar of THIS sexy stuff and its shiny results.
A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets designed to clean your machine while it runs naturally, makin' it sparkle and shine without you spending time scrubbing!
A pack of two Downy fabric sprays — with this, you're *finally* gonna rid your caftans and pants of those stubborn crinkles and creases.
A set of Wonder Hangers so you can stack outfits, categories, or even *colors* of clothes with a vertical system, using up closet space in the most efficient (and A-type-friendly) way possible.
Cerave eye repair cream, which is cooked up with their famous blend of ceramides (a skincare "secret sauce" if you will) and a healthy dose of hyaluronic acid to boost hydration and niacinamide to help tighten and brighten the appearance of skin. If you're revitalizing your skincare routine, add this to the mix and reduce the appearance of dark circles, under-eye puffiness, *and* fine lines. ~Eye~ love to see it.
A can of fire extinguishing spray designed for sparking your muscle memory because nothing sounds scarier than not knowing how to use an extinguisher when you notice a fire start to spark.
A Denman Hair Brush designed with bristles specifically spaced to detangle and shape curls that may otherwise feel frazzled and look undefined. Hit the snooze button and save time in the mornings with this brush by your side.
A foaming drain cleaner for folks who are desperately trying to convince themselves that chores are FUN. If you've got a sink or bathtub drain that is worryingly slow, this gentle *powerhouse* foam can pull up gunk and clean out pipes, helping prevent future buildup for quite a bit. That is, until you get bored and really wanna have some fun playing with foam again.
A handy portable car vacuum so you can clean your car without the extra effort of bringing your vacuum outside. (Because honestly, when do we ever actually do that?)
A bottle of Better Life all-natural tile and tub cleaner that'll banish soap scum, mold, mildew, rust, and hard-water stains from tired, worn-down tiles. Reviewers love the stuff, with one professional cleaner saying they use it all over the bathroom and that it works particularly well on the floor around the toilet.
A trio of Scrub Daddy sponges with two unique design features: they stay firm in cold water and are soft in warm water. The varied textures allow for deep cleans without scratching the surfaces of your best dinnerware. And the best part? You can clean these by putting them in the top rack of your dishwasher!
A water bottle *bag* that'll hook comfortably snug around your beloved tumbler so you can carry it like a crossbody bag. This has room for your phone, chapstick, cards, and even includes a clip to hang your keys from. You know you'll always have your water bottle by your side, and thanks to this, you'll *also* remember all your other essentials too.
A cult-fave supportive seamless compressive bodysuit for budget-focused consumers who love *everything* about the similar Skims version, aside from the price. And at a price this nice, you should probably get more than one. It's for the best.
Plus, a fume-free oven cleaner with a spray, wait, and wipe away system — a quick shot of this stuff can eat up those baked-in stains you've been actively avoiding since your pumpkin pie boiled over last Thanksgiving.
A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp that's easy peasy to put on *and* makes cleaning your toilet simpler than it's ever been! Mostly because, with this, you won't be the one cleaning your toilet.
A tennis skort with a dreamy four-way stretch and moisture-wicking material for folks who spend the summer desperate to find outfits that won't be drenched in sweat at the end of the day. This precious piece has chic side slits, a high-rise waistband, and two hidden pockets. When I tell you I'm buying this in every color and wearing it all summer me (I already own it in black).
A high-pressure rainfall showerhead with a stainless-steel finish that's sleek and a rainwater feature that's gonna be oh-so-soothing.
