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*Almost* everything is expensive now; but not these things!

As a BuzzFeed Shopping editor, my goal is to find all the products actually worth buying.

As prices continue to rise on...well, everything, it's nice to save a buck where you can. Consider a pair of under-$10 headphones that don't sound like it, a Lego set that doesn't cost one bajillion dollars, and a shirt that's under $5 but still won't disintegrate after one wear. 

The 150-kit comes with enough bricks to make a cupcake, watermelon pop, avocado, and taco, all with cute googly eyes. 

Promising review: "The best starter Lego set for little ones! So many options! Great directions! Simple to follow, very cute! Lots of extra pieces in case. Obsessed! My new go-to gift! My 4-year-old loves it!" —CelRangelDesigns

In my wired earbud days, these were my go-to brand! I don't think they'd impress an audiophile, but I like them and their heavy bass. 

Promising review: "Bought these for my iPod. Skullcandy has always been a good brand, so I knew I was getting good quality. They aren’t exactly noise-canceling, but they do the job. These are pretty good for what I paid for. They’re not too expensive, so it’s worth the money. They fit comfortably in my ears, giving me the best sound." —Bree

Get them from Amazon for $8.88+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "The color of this shirt is why I bought it. I’ve had a lot of compliments on it. It doesn’t need to be ironed, and the sizing was true, and I love how comfortable it is." —Teresa

Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in women's sizes L–4X and eight colors).

Promising review: "This is so adorable! I gave it as a gift for a baby shower, and I'm in love with it, so I'll be getting more to give to every friend who has a baby. It's not too expensive and has a lot of different textures for chewing and moving parts for engagement. The ring makes it easy for babies to hold, and it's good quality." —Ftangre

Promising review: "Think classic trivia meets a block-stacking game! It moves quickly, the questions are great, and watching the tower get shakier with every wrong answer makes it so exciting. It's easy to pack up and great for quick rounds after dinner. 5 stars all the way! Definitely worth the money." —Momma Making Choices

Reviewers say to pay attention to the measurements, because it's smaller than they expected! 

Promising review: "Charming and elegant. This looks so expensive. I gave it to my mother for her birthday, and she was quite impressed. She uses it as a place to put her rings when she is doing things in the kitchen. It’s the perfect size, and she was very impressed. I didn’t want to tell her how inexpensive it was, but isn’t that what you want in a gift? A big bang for your buck?" —NMW

Get it from Amazon for $8.39+ (available in five colors). 

Apply the gel to your edges and smooth with fingertips or with a brush for a specific hold. Or! Just rock your edges' natural texture, because laying your edges is never mandatory.

Promising review: "I like the light consistency of this edge control. It doesn’t take much and did the job I was looking for it to do. I didn’t have any issues with flaking or dryness. My hair texture is different since it's been growing back since chemotherapy so honestly it doesn't take much for it." —FitSisterP

Promising review: "The look and feel of this scarf are very nice. It looks expensive, but was so affordable. I receive so many compliments on it, and no one could believe what little I paid. I’m going to be ordering a few more for friends." —Nikki

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 15 patterns).

Promising review: "I put this on the driver-side mirror of my car. The instructions were clear and simple. It came with two decals, but I only used one because my passenger mirror has the usual writing about objects in the distance. I've been through a few car washes, and so far, it's stayed in place. I love that it is subtle, but gives me a chuckle when I remember that it's on my mirror." —J.Z.

Check out a TikTok of the scalp renewal brush in action. 

Promising review: "I was not expecting this brush to be so amazing. I usually use a Wet Brush, and NO MORE of that. This one doesn't pull when the Wet Brush did. Feels amazing on my scalp. Just a very refreshing brush to find. I would definitely recommend this to everybody who has a hard time brushing their hair (even kids), very soft, and the price is excellent as well. Love love love this brush. Would definitely buy again and again." —Katy Shoemaker

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four colors). 

Promising review: "This dress fits true to size and is made from a super stretchy material. Seriously, it’s SO soft on the skin! What I love most is how easy it is to throw it on, and you’re instantly looking pretty and put together. Definitely a wardrobe staple!" —Products-In-Reality

Get it from Amazon for $9 (available in women's sizes S–XXL).

It's super quick to install, and one cartridge can last up to three months!

Promising review: "I used to use those deodorizer tablets for all my toilets in my home, and they worked. However, the chemicals from the tablets would harden the plastic/rubber flap valves in the toilet and cause them to slowly leak overnight. My water bill would be high every month. Once I switched to the Fluidmaster 8300 dispenser, keeping my toilets clean and odorless became easy. Plus, maintenance on my toilets decreased! The cartridges last three months, and replacing them requires no tools. Highly recommend." —Mikiloti

Promising review: "Like so many, I found this scent on TikTok. I was a bit skeptical at first but finally got around to trying it. First off, this scent smells amazing! Almost every time I've worn it, I receive compliments. It has a sweet smell, almost like warm cake or sugar cookies with a hint of lemon. With such an affordable price, I would definitely recommend this to anyone curious about trying it." —Chrissy

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves this body lotion: "I bought this after being peer-pressured by all the lovely reviews and I'm happy to report it lives up to the hype. The scent is lovely — it has depth with a hint of floral, but it's light and not at all overpowering. My favorite thing about it is how easily it pairs other scents, because I am a body mist gremlin who swaps out her scents every day. The lather is also deeply satisfying, and I feel quite refreshed and squeaky clean without ever feeling dry." 

Promising review: "Cremo's body wash is nothing short of exceptional. If you’re a fan of luxurious fragrances, this product will quickly become your new favorite. It boasts an incredible scent that perfectly mimics Baccarat Rouge 540 — a fragrance renowned for its sophisticated and captivating aroma. What sets this body wash apart is not just its stunning scent but also its longevity. The fragrance lingers beautifully throughout the day, ensuring you stay enveloped in that luxurious aroma long after your shower." —Ralph D. Thompson II

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in two other scents). 

Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. The dark color is perfectly sheer. It also adds the most beautiful color to your lips. I am a Clinique Black Honey lip fan, and this gives me the same look for a fraction of the cost. I love it and have several that I keep in various spots. Not sticky either, which is my biggest gripe about lip glosses. My hair doesn’t get stuck in this like some glosses, but I get the shine." —Hamps5

Get it from Amazon for $6+ (also available in six other shades). 

Promising review: "This product had me rolling on the floor laughing. It is the best thing I have seen in my entire lifetime because of how funny, cute, and how overall accurate is to my cat. Please buy this if you have living or late pets because it is very nice. 😊😊😊" —Stephanie

Promising review: "Love this color on — I have a pale lip and it goes on as a creme lipstick with a little shine. Not matte or glossy, but a bit in between. It's ridiculous to buy the same colors at MAC for $20–$30 when you can get the same from this brand for $1–$3. Definitely buy." —Genevieve

Get it from Amazon for $1 (available in 22 colors).

Promising review: "Where do I start? I absolutely LOVE this product. I wanted to replace our bathroom mirror, but due to the size, it would have cost a lot! I came across this on Amazon and decided to give it a try. The application process was super easy and applied without bubbles as long as you go slow and rub it down as you go. I kid you not. It looks like wood and feels like it, too! You can feel and see the 'wood grain.' It’s absolutely stunning and looks like I bought a whole new mirror." —Taylor

Get a 10-meter roll from Amazon for $7.68 (available in seven colors).

This works best for wavy and curly hair. Check out its result on TikTok. 

Promising reviews: "I have tried many different types of foam and mousse, but this is my holy grail. I plop my hair in a microfiber wrap for about 10 minutes, scrunch out any excess water, section my hair into two sections, and apply four pumps of this mousse to each section, scrunching each time. Once it’s applied, I squeeze my hair once more with my microfiber and diffuse on low heat until it’s 80% dry, and I’m left with lovely curls. I apply no other products, just my shampoo, conditioner, and this mousse :)" —Ashes

Promising review: "These are just the cutest bookmarks. They’re not heavy nor thick, so they work very well. I would definitely order these again." —katy

Get them from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in three styles and three pack sizes).

For reference, the Laneige lip mask contains 20 grams of product, while each of these has 5 grams, or 15 grams, for the entire set. So, even with product sizes taken into account, these are a much better deal. 

Promising review: "[Alternative] for the Laneige lip mask. This is the most moisturizing lip treatment on the market. When my lips started getting dry due to the cold season, I was thinking of buying the Laneige lip mask, but it's soooo expensive. This is a fraction of the cost and feels just the same. Very good product." —Riya

Get the set of three from Amazon for $9.90 (available in four scents and variety packs). 

Promising review: "I love these pill organizers! Makes morning medication taking so much easier. Seven slots for the week with a push button in the middle to rotate to the slot! Very compact. Not a lot of space for a bunch of pulls. Perfect for those who only take two or three medications at a time. Love this for my child who has a medication routine. Allows him to access and do it on his own with the easy-to-use design!" —Mallory

Get it from Amazon for $5.50+ (available in three colors or a variety pack). 

Promising review: "The perfect little coffee spoons on my coffee bar! They go with my modern vintage thrifted decor and make me smile. 🥰" —Lindsey

Get a set of six from Amazon for $5.50. 

Good Molecules is a small business that specializes in affordable skincare products. 

Promising review: "This stuff is amazing!! I put it on every night and morning. I’ve been using a little over a month and you can already tell a difference. My dark circles are hereditary, so I truly thought nothing would work. However this stuff IS GREAT!" —Shay M. 

There's a new shade, so even more people can try this!

Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Monica T. 

Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in five shades). 

Promising reviews: "This is my second purchase of these underwear. They are so soft, provide full coverage, are no-show under pants or skirts, and last a looong time. I bought more because they have outlasted all my other pairs. The colors are really pretty and don't fade. I recommend." —It's_Cori

"Move over Victoria's Secret! I wear them with my yoga pants and capris leggings and was surprised how seamless they looked. They’re so thin that I didn’t think they’d stay in place but they do and are super comfy. Highly recommend." —Nori

If you're looking for a thong option, reviewers are also obsessed with these!

Get a set of six from Amazon for $17.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and 12 sets; check out a plus-size version here). 

Promising review: "I absolutely adore these!!! They are so cute and definitely do the job! They keep the surface free from water rings and make me giggle!" —johnny williams

Get a set of six from Amazon for $5.99. 

Promising review: "Love this mascara! I’ve used the 'best of the best' designer, super hyped, ultra-popular mascara available, and NOTHING compares to this stuff! I don’t even bother using a lash curler anymore! I buy two at a time, so I always have a spare. (Yes, it’s that good!!) I highly recommend this particular mascara...it goes on effortlessly, it lasts pretty much all day, and the price — I feel like I’m almost stealing it! I’d give it 10 stars if I could!!!" —chulaboola

Promising review: "This gel is a lifesaver for me. It's a lightweight, cool, soothing gel that moistens my nasal passages at night allowing me to get restful sleep. It was recommended to me by my allergy doctor. I use it every night without fail. Try it and see!" —Jeanie 

Read more about how an Epsom salt soak or bath can help with stress and muscle relaxation at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "A great magnesium soak, very affordable, and amazing, incredible scent! It is so uplifting and vibrant — it should not be a special edition but a regular product offering! Bravo!" —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "So totally awesome. 😬 I needed new Band-Aids — I’m always doing something ridiculous, and with these, so pretty. I have one cat that likes to let me know when she’s done with pets, and I have claw marks from her — not to mention my general clumsiness with gardening and cooking. Love them!!" —Mom the Handyman

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.

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.