These 9 weird-but-brilliant Amazon finds will improve your life — and they start at $7
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We’ve found great deals on brilliant problem-solving gizmos that really make life easier (and couldn’t we all use an assist right now?). Scoop them up while sales are in effect and stock is available. We predict sellouts across the board.
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KitchenTour Clean/Dirty Magnet
If you've ever asked a family member to start the dishwasher, only to check on it hours later and pull out a dirty glass, you need this. It's a simple but genius idea: Just stick this magnetized doodad on your machine and alert your housemates to the state of your cookery by sliding its window left or right to indicate whether the contents inside are "CLEAN" or "DIRTY." No more accidentally picking up a dirty plate or loading dirty dishes into a dishwasher that's full of clean ones!
"My parents got a machine not too long ago that has controls and indicators on the top of the door which is covered by the countertop when it is closed," one wised-up shopper shared. "They can never tell if the machine is clean or dirty until they open it up and pull the racks out.. They've had several instances where dirty dishes have been put in a clean dishwasher or 'dirty' dishes got put back in the cabinets because they were semi-cleaned from the sink. These problems are no more. I got a big hug and a smile when I brought this over to them."
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Treating dehydrated skin without the tacky feeling of heavy creams is tricky. Hyaluronic acid is the answer. This impactful but gentle ingredient is great for all skin types; it retains tons of moisture for a plumped-up look that reduces the appearance of wrinkles, minimizes redness and leaves soft, supple skin in its wake. Plus it absorbs, so skin is not sticky. This serum from Neutrogena has a high concentration of hyaluronic acid and works wonders on winter skin. A delicious treat for a friend or for yourself.
“This is fantastic hydration for 60-and-over skin,” writes a happy shopper. “It is an effective and affordable alternative to the high-priced skin care lines. I also use rose water mist in combination with this. Very light, goes on smoothly and absorbs quickly.”
Satina High Waisted Leggings
At just $14, Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling leggings are beloved for their fit and buttery-soft texture. They’re lightweight (folks say they feel like wearing nothing at all), available in regular and plus sizes, and sit slightly above the belly button on most people. Choose from 25 colors (though basic black is always a hit). More than 53 reviewers have given them a perfect rating.
“Let me start by saying this review is coming from a person who owns roughly 30 to 40 pairs of leggings—most are high-end brands.... THESE LEGGINGS ARE BETTER QUALITY!” writes an enthusiastic reviewer. “These are the softest leggings I have ever worn...by a landslide! Similar to brands LuLaRoe and Butter ,but in my opinion — SOFTER.”
TubShroom Chrome Edition Revolutionary Tub Drain Protector Hair Catcher
Does your hair always clog your bathtub drain? This brilliant hair catcher is an Amazon bestseller, and it’s about to change your life (and save you money on a plumber).
The genius of the TubShroom lies in its brilliant design. Due to its cylindrical “mushroom” shape, you don’t actually see any of the hair, soap or residue buildup until you’re ready to clean it. The product is made of silicone — it’s flexible and and an easy fit in a variety of tub drains. Water passes through but hair gets caught, wrapping around the tube. Now and then, just pull it out, clean it (the hair comes off easily) and put it back in place.
Baker's Edge Nonstick Edge Brownie Pan
Let’s face it: The best part of any brownie is the crispy edges. No need to fight over who gets the good stuff. This Baker’s Edge pan makes every piece an edge piece, so no one is stuck with the soft (and boring) middle parts.
Scalp Massager, 2 Pack
Stimulate blood flow, exfoliate your scalp, and relax with this lightweight, handheld massager with tons of benefits. Getting rid of excess skin and buildup on your scalp fosters a healthy environment for optimal hair growth — plus this thing just feels great. Suitable for all hair types and gentle enough for sensitive scalps, it'll transform the way products are able to soak in and work to their fullest extent. Plus you'll get an extra one to share.
Popco Microwave Popcorn Popper
Nearly 16,500 shoppers have bestowed five-star raves on this cleverly designed expandable silicone bowl. It’s clear why: The Popco popcorn popper transforms the microwave-popcorn experience. Never again will you end up with half a bag of unpopped kernels (or half of your kernels burned). You get perfect popcorn every time, and it's a cinch to clean up because it's dishwasher safe!
CalMyotis Corner Protector, 18-Pack
Got one too many bumps and bruises from that sharp corner of the counter? This 18-pack of corner protectors will shield hips, elbows and little foreheads from that dreaded bang. Use them on coffee tables, cabinets or any other tricky spot in your house. Brilliant.
Pet Grooming Glove Gentle Deshedding Brush Glove
Ask any clean freak who’s a pet owner — the best way to deal with pet hair is to catch it before it ever hits your floor, couch or clothing. These gentle mitts remove all the loose hair your pet is carrying around, trapping it between the silicone nodules so that you can just toss the fur and rinse them off for next time. Also: They loooove the way it feels.
Looking for more great Amazon deals? Check these out:
TV deals:
Samsung 55-inch Class Neo QLED QN85A Series 4K Smart TV, $1,098 (was $1,600), amazon.com
Amazon Fire TV 50-inch 4-Series 4K Smart TV, $320 (was $470), amazon.com
LG OLED C1 Series 65inch Alexa Built-in 4K Smart TV, $1,747 (was $2,500), amazon.com
TCL 65-inch Class 4-Series 4K Smart Roku TV, $450 (was $800), amazon.com
Samsung 50-inch Class QLED Q80A Series 4K Quantum HDR Smart TV, $898 (was $1,200), amazon.com
Headphone, earbud, smartwatch and tablet deals:
Apple AirPods 2nd Gen, $110 (was $160), amazon.com
Galaxy Tab S7 FE 2021 Android Tablet, $450 (was $530), amazon.com
Apple AirPods Pro, $190 (was $249), amazon.com
Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones, $199 (was $350), amazon.com
Motorola One 5G Ace, $300 (was $400), amazon.com
Fitbit Charge 5 Advanced Fitness & Health Tracker, $130 (was $180), amazon.com
Video game deals:
Carnival Games for Nintendo Switch, $18 (was $40), amazon.com
Razer Kraken Gaming Headset, $47 (was $80), amazon.com
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle for Nintendo Switch, $20 (was $60), amazon.com
HyperX QuadCast USB Condenser Gaming Microphone, $90 (was $140), amazon.com
Homall Gaming Chair, $85.50 with on-page coupon (was $150), amazon.com
Smart-home deals:
Facebook Portal, $70 (was $179), amazon.com
Ohlux Smart WiFi LED Light Bulbs 3-pack, $27 (was $40), amazon.com
Amazon eero 6 dual-band mesh Wi-Fi 6 system, $195 (was $279), amazon.com
Honeywell Home RTH9585WF1004 Wi-Fi Smart Color Thermostat, $125 (was $169), amazon.com
Vacuum deals:
eufy by Anker BoostIQ RoboVac 15C MAX, $250 with on-page coupon (was $280), amazon.com
Roborock S4 Max Robot Vacuum with Lidar Navigation, $380 with on-page coupon (was $430), amazon.com
eufy by Anker HomeVac S11 Lite Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, $140 (was $200), amazon.com
Fashion deals:
Anne Klein Women's Gold-Tone and Tortoise Brown Resin Bracelet Watch, $30 (was $65), amazon.com
adidas Women's Cloudfoam Pure Running Shoe, starting at $49 (was $70), amazon.com
Soda Glove Ankle Boot, starting at $45 (was $90), amazon.com
47 Pairs Fashion Earrings, $20 (was $30), amazon.com
Columbia Women's Benton Springs Fleece Jacket, starting at $37 (was $60), amazon.com
Kitchen deals:
Anova Culinary AN500-US00 Sous Vide Precision Cooker, $139 (was $199), amazon.com
Greenco Refrigerator Organizer Bins, Stackable Fridge Organizer Set of 6, $25 (was $40), amazon.com
Crock-Pot Slow Cooker, $120 (was $160), amazon.com
Kitchen Gizmo Snap N Strain Pot Strainer and Pasta Strainer, $13.50 (was $16), amazon.com
Ninja FD302 Foodi 11-in-1 Pro 6.5-quart Pressure Cooker & Air Fryer, $180 (was $200), amazon.com
Beauty deals:
Venus Visage Teeth Whitening Pen 2-pack, $20 (was $27), amazon.com
Crave Naturals Glide Thru Detangling Brush, $12 (was $15), amazon.com
Revlon One-Step Volumizer Original 1.0 Hair Dryer and Hot Air Brush, $35 (was $60), amazon.com
Dylonic Exfoliating Brush, $10 (was $12), amazon.com
Bedding deals:
Beckham Hotel Collection Bed Pillows, $42 (was $50), amazon.com
400 Thread Count Cotton Queen Size Sheet Set, $70 (was $105), amazon.com
Chic Home 24-piece Danielle Queen Pintuck Color Block Bedding, $184 (was $308), amazon.com
Lush Décor Ravello Shabby Chic Style Pintuck White 5-piece King Comforter Set, $121.50 (was $320), amazon.com
Utopia Bedding Gusseted Pillow 2-pack, $25 (was $37), amazon.com
Health and Wellness
KN95 Face Mask 60-pack, $23 with on-page coupon (was $43), amazon.com
Medical Grade Clinical F-Doc Forehead Thermometer, $40 (was $83), amazon.com
Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes 20 Count Pack of 10, $16 (was $18), amazon.com
Yotu KN95 Face Mask Black, 30 pieces, $10 (was $50), amazon.com
iHealth No-Touch Forehead Thermometer, $20 (was $55), amazon.com
Sports & Outdoors
Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell, $149 (was $199), amazon.com
Cossac Fitness Journal & Workout Planner, $22 (was $30), amazon.com
Bottle Bash Standard Outdoor Game Set, $40 (was $50), amazon.com
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