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Treat Yourself ~Responsibly~ With These 26 Walmart Products That Are Actually Very Useful
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More Pretty and practical, because, yes, you really can have it all. I am a Los Angeles-based writer and editor, and a former member of BuzzFeed's Shopping and Branded Content teams, whose work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Bustle, Elite Daily, and The Miami Herald. Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's. Promising review: "Since receiving this teakettle, I've used it every day. The soft green with gold/brass accents looks so beautiful in my kitchen. If I had the need and the space, I'd buy many more items from Drew Barrymore's collection. It's not trendy, but truly a classic." —Sallie Price: $29.97 (available in five colors) Promising review: "Ridiculously affordable for nine beautiful pairs of earrings. Great quality. You will not be disappointed. My daughter will love them, and I will have to purchase my own set since I know she will like each pair too much to pass any along to me." —Lorena Price: $13.99+ (originally $26.58+; available in two colors/finishes) Promising review: "Sooooo beautiful! They nailed this! The light really does resemble a beautiful, colorful sunset when you have it on in the dark, especially when nothing else can drown out the light. Word of advice, don't look directly into the bulb when the light is on. It is so bright it hurts and is probably not good for your eyes." —Crystal Promising review: "New favorite outfit for work. Absolutely love this suit outfit. The material is the die for, and I never want to take it off! Great for everyday business wear." —Customer Price: $23.99+ (originally $39.98; available in women's sizes 0X–5X and two colors) This includes five interchangeable attachments, a heat-resistant glove, and styling clips. Promising review: "Great product. Such a cool product! Produces beautiful curls, and the hot brush is lovely. It heats quickly, comes with a silicone finger guard, and a tote bag for easy storage. Cord swivels and won't tangle. The size of the handle is comfortable in your hands, and the different barrel sizes are perfect." —Walmart Customer Price: $59.99 (originally $79.99; available in women's sizes 6–11 and four colors) Promising review: "I am obsessed with makeup that has a dual purpose! What I love about this care-and-color tint is that you only need to carry one item in your small handbag to touch up your makeup throughout the day. It works with your natural pH, so the color adjusts to look great on you. This is definitely a must-try!" —Chandra Price: $8.79+ (available in five shades) Promising review: "I was in need of a new purse, but didn't want to spend a lot of money. For $22, this purse was the perfect solution. I absolutely love the color and the feel. It's large enough to hold everything that I need, but not too large that things get lost. I love the gold details." —Customer Price: $21.97 (originally $27.47; available in three colors) Promising review: "Love it!! Absolutely love it. Puts off the best light. Finding the right light bulb was tricky, but only because I did not order one when I purchased the lamp. I would put one in every room of the house if I could. If you love anything mushroom, cottage, etc., buy this!" —Jessica Price: $14.10 (available in five colors) Read more about how warm compresses can help treat dry eyes at Cleveland Clinic. Promising reviews: "These are awesome when you have puffy, uncomfortable eyes, and it also helps with frontal headaches. Can use warm to help drain sinuses and use cold for puffy eyes and getting the youthful glow." —Corey "My eye doctor recommended that I use this, warmed, for about 10 minutes in the a.m. and p.m., to help relieve dry eye symptoms. He said it might help the eye to create its own natural lubrication. I only use it in the evening, as I drift off to sleep, and it has definitely helped. I do not use the band around the back of my head. I just lay the mask on my eyes. I heat it for three 10-second intervals. This may vary depending on the microwave." —Kimberly Price: $9.99 (originally $17.99; also available in an eye mask version) Promising reviews: "I have been cycling through foundations from both high-end and drug stores for months. I wasn't happy with my Clinique Even Better Clinical anymore, and after way more money than I'd like to admit spent, my search has ended with this 'skin tint.' It wears medium to full coverage and has been everything I have been looking for!! Best value and quality I have found!!! Super happy with this and highly recommend to anyone!!" —Lauren "Literally the BEST foundation in the market. I have tried endless foundations from Dior to Elf, and this is the best foundation ever! It does not settle in fine lines; it covers beautifully. It doesn't cake, or move! Has such a BEAUTIFUL finish on the skin! It lasts for more than 10 hours without retouching. I'm literally in awe of how good this is." —Tuti Promising review: "The first time I stepped onto it, I felt the tension in my lower back melt away. It didn't even feel like a workout machine until about four minutes in. By the next day, I could already see a physical change in my stomach area — and I was walking noticeably better." —Yanick Promising review: "Adorable. Just what I was looking for, you can actually flip the top lid and use it as a coffee side table or end table. Very sturdy, and my grown son can even use it to sit on. Ended up getting two; love the blush color." —Customer Price: $49.94+ (originally $58.07; available in five colors) Promising review: "This is really nice. I got Cocoa Rose, which is a lovely nude that doesn't lean too warm for me. It's so pretty. It feels good on the lips, doesn't smell/taste weird, and doesn't wear off too fast. Plus, it's cheap. What more could a person ask for?" —Walmart Customer Promising review: "These are not shoes I would typically try on, but I absolutely love them! I'm completely obsessed. They are surprisingly comfortable, and my feet don't ache after long use. The materials are fun and well-made. I get great traction with these and don't feel like I'm going to topple over while wearing them. I feel very steady on my feet and can walk around with ease. I'd say they're relatively waterproof. The straps are easy to buckle, and the flower design is so cute. They fit perfectly. I can dress these up or dress them down. I wouldn't change a thing." —Customer Price: $23.99 (originally $29.98; available in women's sizes 6–11) Promising review: "My tween is just starting to get into skincare, and this was his first attempt at a full system. He absolutely loves it! He uses all three products twice a day and looks forward to these minutes of self-care. He has no complaints and has not had any side effects." —Brooke Promising reviews: "I bought this to help maintain less-frizzy hair, and it works great!" —Angie "Loved that it zips closed, it stays taut, no wrinkles, great quality, washes beautifully. I will buy more." —Walmart Customer Promising review: "I had to buy a replacement for my old air fryer. I decided to go for 'looks', so at least it would be pretty sitting out on my counter full-time. It looks SO nice, even better than I expected. It exceeded my expectations in the aesthetic department. Now, for the cooking quality, I would say it is hands down better than my previous one. My son uses it daily, and he thinks it's the best thing in the world. Has actually told me several times since I bought it that he loves it and thanked me for buying it. I would say the front window makes it special; you can see what you're cooking. It also has a notification to let you know when to pull it out and 'shake' it – I just find that amusing. It's beautiful and works well. Five stars." —Walmart Customer Price: $69.98+ (available in seven colors) Promising review: "I absolutely love my Owala FreeSip bottle in the Rose Quartz color! The stainless steel keeps my water cold for hours — even through long workdays or workouts. The FreeSip spout design is genius: I can sip upright through the built-in straw or tilt it back to chug, depending on what I need. It's super convenient and leak-proof, which makes it easy to toss in my bag without worry." —Deborah Price: $27.97+ (available in eight color combinations) Promising review: "So practical and comfy! Perfect for on-the-go." —Kiersten Price: $16.59 (originally $28; available in women's sizes S–2XL and 15 colors; also available in three-packs) Promising review: "I absolutely love this glow oil! It makes you look like you're straight off an island vacation or fresh off a runway with the beautiful glow it gives you! I highly recommend this bronzing oil. I had all my friends try it before a night out!" —andweachavez Promising review: "Easily assembled and attached to the faucet. Looks nice, water tastes good, better than bottled water. Haven't priced the replacement filter yet. Very pleased with this product." —Sharon Promising review: "These are just as nice as the high-end name brand. They heat up quickly and evenly on my electric stove. They are very light to handle, which is helpful if you have any wrist or tendon issues. They're very nice-looking, come in different colors, and I love cooking with them. There would also make a great gift." —Chris Price: $119+ for a 12-piece set (available in 12 colors) Promising review: "Haven't used foam rollers for decades. These new ones are good, and I've slept with a head full without any problems. Easy to use and they were inexpensive." —Swissik Price: $7.99 for 48 rollers (originally $9.99; also available in larger multipacks) * Problem-Solving Products From Walmart That’ll Make You Feel So Much Relief, You Might Shed A Tear * Your Home Is Simply Missing Out On These 30 Products From Walmart * Products From Walmart That Are So Beautiful And Useful, You'll Look Forward To Using Them Every Day Plus, organizers, travel must-haves, dresses, couches, shoes, kitchen + skincare upgrades, gardening essentials, and helpers for parents or dog owners. BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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