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Promising review: "We’ve bought a ridiculous number of squishies over the last couple of years, including NeeDoh, dumplings, sugar squishies, and a bunch of others. These are still some of my favorites, mostly because they actually hold up. The outside is noticeably thicker than a lot of the super soft squishies. We did eventually have one pop, but it lasted a long time before that happened and was surprisingly easy to fix. The others haven’t shown any signs of tearing or leaking. That’s been a completely different experience from some of our NeeDoh-style squishies that eventually develop a weak spot and are basically done once they split. The actual squish is closer to a sugar squishy. It has that slow-flow, slow-rising feel rather than immediately bouncing back into shape. They’re also really cute, inexpensive, and the outside wipes clean easily, which matters more than you'd think once kids have been carrying these things everywhere. If durability is the deciding factor, that’s what separates these for me. There are plenty of squishies that feel great when they're brand new. Finding ones that still look and feel good after kids have actually played with them is a different story." —Mike O

Promising review: "This hamster LEGO set is absolutely adorable! The instructions are easy to follow, and it’s a fun project that keeps kids entertained. I love the 3-in-1 design because it gives them different building options to enjoy. The finished hamster with the flower is super cute and makes a great gift!" —Doris Pagan

Snakify Designs is a small business based in Orlando.

Promising review: "Very cute and looks exactly like the photo." —Yvonne

Get it from Snakify Designs on Etsy for $6.99.

Check out a TikTok of The Met x Band-Aid collab in action. 

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

Promising review: "The perfect nonname-brand ring you can find honestly. I wasn't looking for a Cartier knockoff when I found this ring, but I have had people ask me if it's the real deal. I honestly love this ring though, the sizing was accurate, it is weighted well, none of the 'diamonds' have fallen off, and it hasn't tarnished! I've worn it daily for almost a year now and it has held up well. It has some very small scratches on it, but that's typical of most rings. For the price, I am super happy with this ring and I honestly can't believe how well it has handled everything I've put it through." —Eva Richterkessing

Get it from Amazon for $7.49+ (available in ring sizes 5–12, three finishes, and two styles).

Promising review: "LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS. Texture, taste, and dispenser were fantastic. I give it as birthday surprises. I keep one in my bedroom, purse, and both cars, and my son keeps one in his golf bag, bedroom, and car. Yes we have it on AUTO SHIP! You can’t go wrong buying this product." —BUBBA SHIRL

Bakell is a small business established in 2016 that specializes in edible glitters for food and drink. 

Promising review: "Don’t think any further and just buy it. This was so cool and everyone loved it! I got the clear one because it will go with any drink. I will be the one to put this in all my friends' drinks. Also had no taste so it was just the look. Sooooooo cool!" —gigi

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in three sizes and in 27 colors). 

I *love* this gloss. It's a bit of a thicker serum, which might not be ideal for those with thin hair. But as someone with a lot of split ends, this is the *perfect* consistency. I noticed right away that it seals them up and makes all that breakage way less noticeable. 

Promising review: "I love this stuff!! I just used it for the first time yesterday and I’m obsessed. My hair has never been so soft and shiny. I also used the shampoo from the same line and a bit of my regular bath and bodyworks conditioner. My hair feels bouncy and hydrated and not weighed down at all. You really only need a tiny bit. I have medium length, medium density hair and I used two pumps. The quality is fantastic and it works better than a lot of high end products I’ve tried, so it’s a great value. My hair tangles quite easily typically, and I feel like it doesn’t tangle as much after using this." —Serene Conaway

Promising review: "My hair has never been better! I got this because of TikTok and it has done wonders for my hair. My hair isn’t frizzy or dull-looking when I get up in the morning." —Aaron Key

"These are really nice — perfect price point too. There's no difference between these and the same pillowcases from Kitsch at three times the price." —Keri

Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 30 colors and four sizes).

You can check out the Acorn Spice and Apple Cider scents, too.

Promising review: "This Mrs. Meyer's Fall Leaves hand soap instantly transports me to a crisp autumn day — leaves crunching underfoot, a warm breeze through the trees, and the comforting scent of home. The fragrance is earthy yet inviting, like wrapping your hands in a cozy flannel blanket after raking leaves with the kids. It doesn’t just smell good — it feels good. The soap lathers beautifully, rinses clean, and leaves my hands soft without that dry, tight feeling. It’s not just soap — it’s a seasonal ritual. I’ll be buying this every autumn." —Duke of Westfall St. 

Promising review: "I love this tinted lip balm! It gives my lips the perfect wash of color while keeping them super soft and hydrated. The texture is smooth and lightweight — not sticky at all — and it feels like I’m just wearing a nourishing balm, but with a natural lipstick look. The tint is buildable too, so I can swipe once for a subtle glow or add more for a deeper pop of color. It’s perfect for days when I want a little something without doing a full face of makeup. Plus, it’s great for touch-ups on the go. Highly recommend if you want moisture + color in one easy step!!" —J.P. 

Get it from Amazon for $6.97 (available in eight colors). 

Promising review: "So SO CUUUTE! 10/10!! Good product and keeps my straw from getting bugs or germs on it! Plus, it’s really cute." —JennA

Get a set of four from Amazon for $5.99. 

If what you love most about the Bum Bum Cream is its fragrance, this is worth the swap. The formula is thinner and "wetter" (which, TBH, is a plus for me — that's how I like my skincare products), but the scent is dang near identical. It should be illegal to smell this good!

Get it on Amazon for $8.99 (also available in nine other scents).

Promising review: "These are absolutely BEAUTIFUL! If I didn't know any better, I would have said these are the Bottega drop earrings. I personally love the smaller ones. I have not ordered the larger ones yet. Smaller ones are truthfully the perfect size. We love a good alternative because who has $800+ to spend on the Bottegas." —Brittany

Get them from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 11 colors, two-packs, and an extra-large size). 

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

This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b–4c curls mentioning it worked for them! 

Promising review: "I recently had to cut my shoulder-length 3b hair because of a mistake in products that resulted in something the internet calls 'felting.' My hair ended up being coarse, brittle, and would fall a lot so I was scared of having bald spots. Found this online and it had a reasonable price so I decided to give it a go some days ago. The change was INSTANT! My hair wasn't falling, it didn't feel greasy, and it now feels almost like the texture I had before the fail. Will keep using but I'm already in love." —Zuzi Góndola 

Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Elizavecca hair treatment for more deets!

Promising review: "This is by far my favorite lip gloss on Amazon. The lip gloss keeps your lips moisturized and plump throughout the day. Highly recommend if you haven’t tried already!" —Brianna Clark 

Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in six shades, including two-packs). 

Psst — reviewers mention stocking up on these because they're SUPER cheap on Amazon, and hard to find in stores! 

Promising review: "Love the taste. I put it on everything. Ribs, pork chops, chicken, even burgers. They all tasted great." —Judy

I installed these in my bathroom, and it took literally less than five minutes from start to finish, btw. Each roll of window film also comes with a scraper, small spray bottle, and a craft knife so you actually don't need to buy anything else to upgrade your windows. 

Promising review: "Fabulous! Dressed up a plain window in no time at all! Used the tools that came with it along with a rubber squeegee; there are no air bubbles at all! After being in place for six weeks, it is still holding strong in all corners!" —Shep 

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in six styles and nine sizes).

Promising review: "Pigmented, easy to blend, smooth, long lasting, and so much more. Maybelline Cloudtopia blushes are top of the line. The formula is exquisite. These moussey blushes feel and look a lot like the very popular Korean brands pudding pots. The texture is very soft and pleasant, they come in little glass jars that are thick and good quality, and the price is very affordable. They can be used in both cheeks and lips and a little dot goes a long way. The shade range is excellent. I bought Coral Illusion, Pink Daydream and Divine Crimson. I like how blendable they are and how you can build the pigment. They have a soft matte finish that is very blurring for both lips and cheeks. It is a very practical product, excellent for traveling and it doesn't occupy much space on your makeup bag. I am in love with these, and I highly recommend them." —Yise

Get it from Amazon for $7.98 (available in 10 shades). 

Promising review: "These kitty coasters are the perfect blend of cute and practical! The craftsmanship is excellent, with intricate details that bring the cat design to life. They’re thick enough to protect my furniture from hot or cold drinks without being bulky. Plus, they add such a fun and cozy touch to my home decor! I’ve received so many compliments on them from guests — they’re definitely a conversation starter. Bonus: they make a fantastic gift for any cat lover. Highly recommend!" —Rene

Get a set of three from Amazon for $8.99. 

It's color-adapting, so one of four shades will work well for any skin tone! To use, apply this in thin layers to avoid creasing, then follow with your favorite concealer and setting powder if you like. If you don't like applying products with your fingers, they also make a triangle-shaped puff that's perfect for using with 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 review: "I love it. I brought it for my desk, and I’m in love with my little froggy. It comes already assembled. The color is true to the picture, and it is just so cute! It even rocks back and forth, which is fun and useful when you need to fiddle with something." —Amber

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four styles).

Promising review: "Awww it’s so cute! 🥰 it arrived, intact, and exactly as described. I’ve always loved obsidian and I have a lot of it in black but I absolutely love this mahogany obsidian cat." —Hanna blue

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and 22 styles). 

Promising reviews: "Got this for a student who is struggling with feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, and anger. She hated regular journaling, hasn't taken to any of the coping skills we've tried so far, but...She LOVED this!!! She was so excited to take it with her and have it available during classes. I already ordered another one for another student to try." —Jackie

"I am 50 and I love it. It has helped me reconnect with my inner child and helped me accomplish creative mini goals, which is cool. I highly recommend, especially for the price!!" —Toni Adams

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