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Jul 04, 2023

34 Things You'll Just Really, Really Want To Buy

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

Don't let the ghosts of Star Wars lightsaber chopsticks down.

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Promising review: "It’s so easy to use and fast! I wore this eyeliner in the dead heat of a humid Georgia summer and even though the rest of me was wilted, my eyes looked fantastic! I bought two sets — one for home and one for travel. I wear glasses so I have to get really close to the mirror to make sure I don’t mis-stamp but it’s really hard to mess up. I will be buying again definitely!" —Chloe H.

Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I saw one of these in action at a friend's house like five years ago and thought it was just a made up memory, because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it I immediately went to Amazon and bought it. Literally this was the BEST decision of my life. I cannot believe still how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best-tasting fruit ice cream ever. It’s easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use." —DMCKAY

Get it from Amazon for $39.98+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I'm so grateful that I found this product. My hair is wavy and frizzy. Every once in a great while my waves resemble curls but the frizz is always there. I've only used this product one time so far and I never want to be without it. I put some on after towel drying (no brushing) my hair, and my waves actually resembled curls! It wasn't instant so I was skeptical but after about 15 minutes I caught a glimpse of my hair in the mirror and I was amazed. It looked styled. I slept on it and it still looked great in the morning!!!" —mich0610

Get it from Amazon for $7.

Plus, this is shatter-resistant and dishwasher-safe!

Promising review: "This blender is amazing! I am a yoga teacher and always on the run, which sometimes makes it hard to eat well. I bought this after reviewing quite a few different options and I am SO glad I did. It fits well into my gym bag, is surprisingly quiet when in use, and holds a charge really well. The blades are very efficient and I’ve had no trouble blending up ice or frozen fruit. Seriously cannot recommend it enough." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: “If you use St. Tropez tan products or any fake tanner, do yourself a favor and try this. This stuff is AWESOME. Dries quick, lasts longer, does NOT make your skin stinky, applies even, and you get a fair amount of product!! Other tanners I’ve used become VERY noticeable when they start fading. Gross hand lines, patchy white spots, etc., but not this stuff. The best one-hour tan I have ever used!” —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in six shades).

Promising review: "These may be the prettiest hair clips I’ve ever seen, and they’re definitely the prettiest I’ve ever owned. And for the price, I would not hesitate at all to buy these again or recommend them to anyone who asks. I especially love the sizes." —Yasmiin

Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising review: "I needed some way to print smaller photos for scrapbooking and was so excited when I found this! It prints nice wallet-sized photos with a sticky back! It’s very easy to use!" —Jordan Marvin

Get it from Amazon for $99+ (available in two colors).

Loveonthreads is an embroidery business dedicated to making custom Harry Styles-inspired merch.

Promising review: "I love this crewneck!! I love Harry Styles so it’s perfect for me. It is also super comfortable and the threading is great quality." —Nicole

Get it from loveonthreads on Etsy for $38.98+ (available in unisex sizes S–3X).

KIM+ONO is an Asian-owned small business run by two sisters who started out in San Fran's Chinatown. They pair contemporary aesthetics with more traditional shapes and materials to create timeless pieces.

Promising review: "This robe comes all the way down to the top of my feet and clears the ground by 1–2 centimeters. The cut is perfect, it is flowy, comfortable, and the design is beautiful. And it has pockets! This is a very cost effective 100% silk robe alternative." —Amy

Get it from KIM+ONO on Amazon for $47.99 (available in one size, and plus size, and 27 patterns).

The chopsticks come with new batteries, but if the batteries go out, you can replace them with 3 x LR41 batteries.

Promising review: "Both my grandkids know how to eat with chopsticks and they loved the bigger size. All kinds of games could be played after eating and even the adults were into a laser fight." —Lynell

Get a set of four from Amazon for $19.97 (available in two styles).

This bundle comes with: a flat sheet, a fitted sheet, four pillowcases, and a duvet cover.

Promising review: "I contemplated getting Brooklinen for a while, and I am so thrilled I did! The fabric is super lightweight and soft, but extremely cozy. My husband and I are so excited to get into bed each night now! It is the only bedding I plan on buying from now on." —Jenna D.

Get it from Brooklinen for $245+ (originally $363; available in sizes Twin–California King and 11 colors/patterns).

Get it from our Goodful shop for $95.

Promising review: "I decided to try this mask based on the high customer rating and affordable price just to see if it would live up to the hype. I just finished washing it off my face and I have to say I do see a difference, albeit not a dramatic one. I have enlarged pores in my T-zone and issues with blackheads around my chin and after one use, my pores appear smaller and tighter and most of the smallest blackheads and bumps are gone from around my chin. I am impressed but I think with regular use it might make an even bigger difference — maybe a couple of times a week. Oh yeah, it's also really fun to watch and feel the bubbles foaming up on your face!" —Elisabeth

Check out our full Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask review.

Get it from Amazon for $9.15.

Promising review: “These molds worked perfectly! I filled them with puréed berries and they took the shape of the mold excellently. It was very easy to peel off the silicone mold so the ice pop did not lose any shape or detail. I rinsed the mold with hot water and tossed in in the top rack of the dishwasher to wash.” —Finest018

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in three other shapes).

BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord only has good things to say about this:

"Our family recently unearthed this because beloved To All The Boys I've Loved Before author Jenny Han mentioned that it was her secret to delicious popcorn, and it may have just wrecked me for other at-home popcorn for the rest of my life. It genuinely tastes just as salty and buttery and savory as fresh movie theater popcorn. I inhaled it so fast that every single one of my organs lit up in mild alarm."

Promising review: “This is what you want. You came here for movie theater salt. This is the real deal. Get it. Your life will be better.” —Clete R. Blackwell

Get it from Amazon for $9.60.

Promising review: "This is amazing!!! My little girls love it. The colors are SO bright. It was very easy to connect my phone with Bluetooth to it and play all of their favorite music too! I didn’t even realize it had the option when I purchased it. I’m super happy with my purchase." —Erin

Get it from Amazon for $35.99.

Promising review: "I love these glasses so much and for so many different reasons that I now own them in four different colors. I first looked into them when I saw 'color therapy' glasses that were all simply hideous. The first one I got was yellow and it's still my favorite to this day, but it's so fun having a choice. Sometimes I carry two with me, and people always want to know about them. Working under fluorescent lights and living in the PNW where it's gray a lot of the time can be straining and depressing. These seriously help me in my day to day, and because they don't have rims I often forget I'm even wearing them. They come with a fabric carrying case to keep them from getting scratched, and I've straight up sat on mine multiple times and haven't had a single problem. They are solid. I love them and am gonna keep buying them. Would 100% recommend them." —Megan Olson

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in nine colors).

Sona Studio is a small business sparking passion and creativity with their pop culture-themed earrings, decals, and mugs!

Get it from Sona Studio for $18.

Promising review: "EXCELLENT! I always drank Diet Coke at home and understanding that soda is not the best for you, I wanted something carbonated. After reading plenty of reviews for the different brands, I decided to go with this one since you can carbonate any liquid. I have been using it for a few weeks now without any issues. I am still using the original tank I purchased and have been drinking plenty of carbonated water. I have found myself NOT drinking as much Diet Coke. In fact, all I drink now at home is carbonated water. Overall, it's an excellent item. I have carbonated Gatorade and red wine as well." —Eav K Lim

Get it from Amazon for $109+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "This air fryer from Dash is awesome. My wife and I have always wanted to try an air fryer, and since we got this one, we have not looked back. We make oven fries very often, but they are not crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. However, with an air fryer and 20 minutes to spare, you can have restaurant-grade fries that have the crispy outside/juicy inside. Easy to clean up and store the fryer. Five stars all the way!" —David M.

Get it from Amazon for $49.90+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "I have a new love for raviolis. This is the best little invention for a spatula holder. It's the perfect size for any utensil while cooking. Who would have thought this could make cooking so fun?" —Tmoney1522

Get it from Amazon for $19.79.

Promising review: "The best lip stain I have used yet. The color, smell, texture, taste, and packaging are all exceptional. It’s not very moisturizing (which I don’t expect in a stain anyway), but it’s definitely NOT drying. It’s water-based, which makes the texture delightful. There is no strong chemical smell or taste. The longevity isn’t great, but the “pros” outweighed that simple “con." The packaging is clever and cute, the applicator is excellent so reapplication is not a hassle. The price was fantastic." —LM

Get it from Amazon for $7 (available in five shades).

WhimseyMe is a small business making indulgent candles!

Promising review: "Just tried Bourbon Smash for the first time and this may be my new favorite. It has a great scent and like the other candles in the WhimsyMe Candle Therapy line, and the fragrance quickly fills up the room. I absolutely recommend this candle and this candle line!" —Suzanne

Get it from WhimsyMe on Amazon for $22.99.

Promising review: "OMG I’m in love with the color of these!!! They’re so beautiful and shiny!! I thought maybe they would be too much cleaning for me because I don’t want to have to polish my silverware every time I wash them! I just don’t have time for that, but thankfully that isn’t an issue with these; they come out of the dishwasher all bright and pretty looking brand-new!!! They seem to be a good quality all the way around!!! I definitely recommend getting these!!! I had a dinner party and my guests all had to know where I got my unicorn silverware!! LOL I think they should be renamed for sure!! Unicorn silverware is a very fitting name for these!!" —Katie Eagle

Get a 20-piece set from Amazon for $21.98 (also available in a 10-piece and 40-piece set).

Promising review: "I’m obsessed with these overalls. They are lightweight, but not see-through. The color is gorgeous. Lots of pockets. I’m quite tall and they don’t lay at a weird place on my leg. I wanted to make sure they would be a little baggy so I sized up, but I think they would have fit fine if I hadn’t." —Samantha Clason

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in women's sizes S–3XL and in 23 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "I have every skin issue you can think of. I’ve spent probably thousands on a multitude of different products, trying to find one that would at least make a dent. I’ve had many procedures, many trips to the dermatologist. Nothing I’ve ever used, nothing I’ve ever done, has made such a profound difference in the appearance of my skin. Having rosacea, my face often felt hot, bumpy, and burned. While my complexion is naturally fair and pink, this has seriously covered all my bases in a gentle and effective way. I’ve been trying to turn my skin around for YEARS! This was the product that did it. If I could give it 100 stars I would. It has seriously changed my life!" —hc

Get it from Amazon for $13+ (available in two sizes).

BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord has been using this for a while and really likes it:

"I recently started using one of these and WOWZA, it really helps you get extra mileage out of your shampoo. I have a whole lot of hair on my head so sometimes it's a struggle to feel like I've soaped up my whole scalp thorough, but this was a very effective way to spread out the suds and really get them to the roots. I was worried it might tangle in my hair, but it was totally fine on that front, too. I've noticed that my hair has been a little less greasy at the roots since I started using it a few weeks ago. And I'm echoing a ton of reviewers here when I say it just feels reeeeeally, really nice."

Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "First pair of underwear that I have ever owned in my 30 years of existing on this planet that are comfortable! I do yoga, jog, and just lounge around a lot, so let me tell you I put comfort before all! Moveable, breathable, does not give you a wedgie after taking five steps, covers my lower stomach without sliding down, AND does not show a panty line. Finally something any shape and size can be comfy in! The only thing at this point to make these underwear better (like all women’s clothes need) are pockets!" —Hannah Hernandez

Get a set of five from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in women's sizes S–5XL and in 15 color combos).

Promising review: "These are great tea infusers! I love that they are environmentally friendly and easy to wash. Plus they just bring a smile to your face every time you have a cup of tea because they are so cute." —KB

Get three from Amazon for $19.99.

Promising review: "More and more research shows that bacteria in the mouth and gums leads to other major health issues. This little tongue scraper is an easy and inexpensive tool to help get rid of bacteria lingering on the tongue. I had a different one before that was uncomfortable to use, and I ended up throwing away. This one is great!" —Actress Debra Nelson

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in packs of two, six, and 10).

Check out BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly's thoughts on hers:

"I own these in the dark gray and LOVE them. I even pack one to go on vacations so my hair and skin stay looking moisturized and refreshed. You *may* think that this is a product you don't need to own and that your cotton pillowcases are perfectly fine... that is until you try one of these. Seriously, I cannot recommend them enough."

Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 5 sizes and 42 colors).

BuzzFeed writer Maitland Quitmeyer is a big fan of this speaker:

"I have this speaker and I *love* it — it lives right on my bookshelves (without taking up basically *any* room) and fills my apartment with high quality sound. The lil' portable size is perfect so I can grab it and take it into the kitchen for baking jams™ or into my bathroom for my latest in-shower karaoke session (sorry neighbors). I also barely *ever* have to charge it. And yes, that *is* a Jane Austen action figure next to it."

Get it from Amazon for $119.99.

Witching Hour Baby is a mom-run small business making spooky things for spooky families.

Get it from Witching Hour Baby for $24.

Truff is a small biz specializing in kicking your recipes up a notch.

BuzzFeed contributor Rebecca O'Connell loves this stuff: "This black truffle oil-infused hot sauce definitely surprised me. At first, I didn't even like it! But then I found myself adding it to more and more foods, and suddenly it was my most used hot sauce of the week. The truffle flavor is definitely subtle, but it has an interesting taste that pairs nicely with barbecue. Expect a thick consistency and fairly sweet taste, almost like pureed bell peppers. I would definitely recommend marinating shrimp in it or slathering it over grilled veggies. It has no preservatives and comes in a fancy glass bottle so — hello — great gift idea right here!" —

Get it from Truff on Amazon for $14.99.

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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