Our 50 Favorite Finds on Amazon This Year

I'm pretty much an athleisure connoisseur at this point since it's all I wear, and I'd rate these best-selling leggings a perfect 10. The flattering high waist smooths and holds you in, and the "peach skin" fabric is beyond comfortable. With over 70,000 glowing reviews and 25 colors to choose from, you know these are going to quickly become your fave leggings.

My coworker is obsessed with these pillows: "For less than $40 I got two pillows in a strangely small box. About 15 minutes after unpacking them, they lofted into the fullest, squishiest pillows I've owned. They're the perfect mix of invitingly soft, yet perfectly supportive. Easily the best pillows in our house, and a ridiculous value for the price."

We currently have a handful of inferior nail clippers floating around the house, but none cut half as well as this Harperton nail clipper set. The pro-grade clippers can shear through even the thickest toenails, helping prevent painful ingrown nails. More than 25,000 reviewers tout their heavy construction, precision cut and ergonomic design that gives you an excellent grip. Life's too short for terrible nail clippers!

Anyone with kids (or tangles of their own) can appreciate the power of a good detangler, and Crave's detangling brush is at the top of the heap according to more than 60,000 Amazon reviewers. The Crave's unique, cone-shaped bristles work to gently separate hair, instead of tearing right through it. At barely more than $10, it's a low price to pay for many less tears (your kids, or your own).

Crusty, dry, callused and cracked feet are a fact of life for many of us, but they don't have to be! These incredibly popular foot peels help to gently and quickly remove layers of dry, dead skin from your feet, leaving them supple and baby-soft - after some very satisfying bouts of peeling, of course. Check out the more than 6,000 glowing reviews (and hundreds of satisfyingly gross reviewer photos) to see what the peeling process looks like.

Weighing it at about 90,500 absolutely wonderful reviews, this affordable Vitamin C serum will whip your skin into shape. The brightening Vitamin C is mixed with hydrating hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E, witch hazel, and jojoba oil in a blend that provides anti-aging benefits like improving wrinkles, dark spots, and acne scars. It's also certified cruelty free and formulated, manufactured, and bottled in the USA for the freshest product.

This is another one of those cheap-yet-genius upgrades I wish we'd made ten years ago. The Tubshroom sits in your drain and catches all hair before it can wash down into your pipes, eventually leading to an expensive (and disgusting) clog problem. I haven't had to call the plumber once since we started using it, and between two adults, a long-haired kiddo, and a dog, this things gets a lot of use!

Available in a wide assortment of colors, these Danjor Linens 6-piece sheet sets have a mind-blowing 117,000 stellar reviews! They're super soft, durable, and won't wrinkle or fade despite many washings. Each set includes four pillowcases, one flat sheet, and one extra-deep fitted sheet that fits mattresses up to 16 inches tall. They're even currently half-off on Amazon!

I feel like everyone should automatically get this anti-aging eye cream on a certain birthday. I recently started using it, and have noticed a huge difference in my fine lines and dark circles. The customer before and afters are pretty fun to see, too!

Picture it: you're about to pull on your favorite sandals for the first time this season when... oh, no. You didn't realize how much dead skin was camped out on your heels! Put those woes to rest with a scrubber that gently and effectively buffs away any unsightly flakes and callouses. This Bare August foot file uses etched glass to gently-yet-effectively remove all that built-up dead skin without cutting or irritating the health skin below it, like metal foot rasps and powered removers so often do.

Unfortunately, pimples aren't just for teenagers - the pesky, inconvenient spots can pop up anytime, anywhere. These pimple patches make zits disappear overnight! The special hydrocolloid dots suck out all the pus, flatten the bump, and reduce redness and inflammation in a snap. And with 36 in each $9 pack, you can zap each zit for a quarter a piece.

Bugs beware, you’re in for a scare. Black & Decker’s bug zapper racket makes being outside in the hot humid summer weather enjoyable. With this zapper by your side, you can lay out or garden without dodging gnats and fly swarms. Need the perfect racquetball warmup? Break out your Black & Decker bug zapper thirty minutes before your set and start swinging those wrists. Those pesky mosquitoes won’t know what hit them.

A chisel-tip highlighter is great for standard print sizes, but it's just way too cumbersome when you're dealing with fine print. Where have these sharpenable gel highlighters been all our lives? We love that you can sharpen them to the exact size you need — perfect for tiny details. Add in that they don't bleed through the paper, and we're in office supply heaven.

A not-deep-enough bath is the ultimate disappointment. Deciding whether to keep your knees or shoulders warm is a thing of the past with this bathroom overflow drain cover! Now I can basically do laps in my tub and the water stays warmer longer, too. Simply pop the suction cup device over your overflow water drain and enjoy the best bath of your life. It makes a great stocking stuffer or gift for a friend.

I'm a big fan of Milk_Shake products, and this leave-in conditioner is at the top of my list. I have thick, porous hair that is quickly turning grey/white, and it's on the dry side naturally. Add in heat-styling, and the fly-aways are getting ridiculous. Just a little dab of this product and my hair behaves beautifully. The split ends are less noticeable and my hair is super soft. Added bonus: the scent is like walking into a bakery, but it's not overpowering. -Carrie G.

People on TikTok are going crazy for Julep eyeshadow – currently boasting nearly 50K glowing reviews on Amazon – and it’s not hard to see why. Julep’s cream-to-powder formulation does double duty: nourishing sensitive eye skin with vitamins C & E while providing a brush-free, smooth, and waterproof powder finish. At a price point often below $10 and more than 50 colors to choose from, this one’s an easy win in the bang-for-your-buck column.

This is my absolute fave foot cream, and I recommend it to all my peeps. I love the luxe feel of the cream, and it heals my heels quickly. I get deep cracks in them in the winter. When spring rolls around, I can’t live without this cream to smooth and soften my heels so my feet are ready for flip-flop season.

Don't spend tons at the dentist's office to get whiter teeth - do it yourself in the comfort of your home with this affordable teeth whitening kit. It has everything you need for a brighter smile, from the peroxide solution to the whitening trays with fast-acting LED lights. Best of all, all ingredients are organic, vegan, and 100% enamel-safe. The before and after pics from 8,000+ happy reviewers are unbelievable!

When I came across this fuzzy ball hand towel I knew I had to share it with you guys! It's such a unique take on the bathroom hand towel, and dries so much faster, too, since it's made from microfiber. It's a towel that doubles as decor, and you'll get a set of two to use together or in separate bathrooms.

These ice molds are perfect for spicing up your daytime or nighttime drinks. It can mold your ice into a sphericle ball, which melts slowly over time, preventing your drink from getting watered down. It can fit perfectly into any high ball or low-top glasses.

If you've got dry, itchy skin or feet that could smell fresher, check out this tea tree body wash. The minty tea tree scent refreshes, while aloe vera and coconut ingredients soothe skin. This stuff's so good it has nearly 25,000 rave reviews right now!

Forget the wimpy fabric or plastic grocery bags that can't stand up to heavy loads. Every reusable grocery bag in this set of three can hold up to 65 pounds, and the stiff walls won't bend or collapse so they stay upright when you're driving. I use these for many other things when they're not holding groceries - keep 'em in the trunk to corral sports equipment, swimming stuff, car necessities, and more!

It's called the ChomChom Roller, and it'll grab every last hair from your couch, sweater, or carpet, without relying on batteries or sticky, wasteful adhesive strips. Just roll the ChomChom over the affected (hairy) area, and it'll grab every last hair and bit of lint, socking it all away in its waste compartment. When you're done, just pop open the compartment and empty out what will be a satisfyingly gross quantity of pet hair and lint. Check out the 100,000 reviews for some seriously satisfying photos.

Cult-favorite beauty company Grace & Stella's squishy gold eye masks are an easy, soothing way to de-puff your eyes, while minimizing dark circles and hydrating some of the most sensitive skin on your face. With 24 pairs per pack, you can easily afford to add these vegan, cruelty-free eye-energizers to your daily routine with zero guilt. Check out the nearly 12,000 glowing reviews for some very satisfying before-and-afters!

You've heard of clay masks and you've heard of bubble masks, but did you realize that there are masks that are BOTH? I hadn't either, but this foaming pick is any acne sufferer's new best friend. The clay pulls impurities forward out of the skin and the foaming bubbles penetrate deep into the pores to clear out any oil or grime left behind. Can you say squeaky clean?

We have one of those front load washers which annoyingly smells like mildew if you don't clean it. The most effective thing I've found to really kill the smell are these Active washing machine cleaner tablets. All you have to do is run a cycle with just the tablet and it'll clean the drum, pump, valve, and filter in one step. These work with basically all high-efficiency and standard washers.

I never leave home without something to drink, but that's not always convenient. This flat water bottle has been designed for purses and bags with its minimalistic design. Choose from several sizes.

It's the mascara that almost broke the Internet - this Lash Princess mascara has over 213,000 glowing reviews right now. It seriously makes it look like you're wearing false lashes thanks to the special wand that creates so much volume, the before and after reviewer pics will amaze you! The cruelty-free mascara lasts all day so you can be confident it won't smudge, smear, fade, or flake on you.

There's no piece of cookware I hate cleaning more than a colander, and that's why I love this clip-on Snap N Strain gizmo. This inexpensive strainer clips to your pots and sauce pans, allowing you to quickly drain pasta water or cooking fat without adding additional dishware to your dirty dish pile. It's constructed of high-grade, dishwasher-safe silicone, and works with almost any size of cookware.

Remember those slap bracelets from when we were kids? Now picture it actually being useful! This gigantic magnetic slap bracelet holds all kinds of nuts, bolts, screws, washers, nails, and whatever other tiny piece of metal you need for DIYing. My dad has used his every time he's come over to fix our fixer upper!

This foldable backseat organizer provides all the space you'll need to house everything your kid (or you) needs to bring in the car. Large storage areas will hold almost anything they'll need access to, while no less than 4 much-needed cupholders keep drinks from spilling. They're even built to be clipped into the car via seatbelt, so they'll stay put no matter what.

It wasn't until my mid-20s that I realized just how lovely -- and how expensive -- a real quality mattress can be! Fortunately there's an easy way to extend the lift of your mattress with the most popular mattress pad on Amazon. Things like this are exciting when you're 30+, people. More than 250,000 reviewers took the time to enthusiastically review a mattress pad (which means it's quite good), and its ability to protect your mattress from spills, dirt, dust, mites, and other pests for years to come, at a bargain-basement price.

In another addition to the simple-but-genius category, let me introduce you to the Car Cache. This simple device was invented by a mom who wanted to keep her purse upright and close at hand while driving, and it has sold millions of units ever since. Its durable mesh pocket keeps your bag clean, upright, and accessible, and even doubles as a barrier to keep curious dogs from nosing their way to the front seat.

Think of these heavy duty storage straps as a cord keeper for your big, unwieldy items like hoses, jumper cables, and extension cords. The weather-proof straps contain and organize everything from garage to boat items with ease because they can hold up to 50 pounds each. You'll get a range of sizes in this pack of six straps for all kinds of jobs.

Tonymoly's Tako remains an enduring favorite of Korean beauty product enthusiasts. This little black octopus packs serious blackhead fighting power: a blend of marine plant extracts, black mud, and charcoal combine into a scrubber that exfoliates your skin while extracting blackheads, sebum, and other pore-clogging impurities. Plus, it's just doggone cute.

Fogged up windshields and side mirrors are more than just an annoyance, they're dangerous for visibility when driving. Nix yours with this window defogging sponge that works so much better than your jacket sleeve. It's also great for general cleaning of your windshield, I know for certain mine is filthy most of the time, so I'm really looking forward to getting this package delivered!

I'm a bit inefficient with a kitchen knife - I can't for the life of me get evenly sized pieces which makes even cooking or just aesthetics a problem. This heavy-duty veggie chopper handles all kinds of produce with ease, and makes your cooking look professional! It comes with four blades: small and medium dicers, a wavy blade for peppers and softer produce, and a cross blade for tomatoes.

Powerful enough to illuminate an entire backyard, and compact enough to fit in your junk drawer, Gear Light's flagship flashlight has a following of more than 25,000 reviewers on Amazon. It's not hard to see why, with virtually indestructible military-grade solid aluminum construction, long battery life on AA's (no more stocking up on D-cells) and full water resistance, it's the last flashlight you'll never need to buy.

Since we got our pandemic pup, we've had a constant supply of Angry Orange spray on hand. My friend recommended it from when she had cats, and it works just as well on dog messes! It also works as a human waste deodorizer and leaves everything smelling like citrus and spice, which is much better than the alternative!

Dropping something small in an inconvenient place is a total drag, it's nearly impossible to find and retrieve! Until now - this LED-lighted magnetic pickup tool telescopes up to 22 inches, so you can easily fit into hard-to-reach areas. I got one for my dad and he uses it all the time to pick up dropped screws and other small pieces of hardware.

This Angry Orange odor eliminator consistently ranks #1 on Amazon for pet odor and stain removers, and that's because - unlike much of the competition - it actually works. All you need to do is spray Angry Orange on the affected area, and let it dry. It works on upholstery, carpets, tiles, even garbage cans. This bundle even includes a special blacklight flashlight that'll help identify any sneaky stains that are causing odor issues. Check out the nearly 90,000 reviews for some pretty staggering before-and-after stories and photos. cleaning-wipes.png Top-Rated Streak-

More than 9,000 reviewers tout this Vitamin E oil's ability to moisten and renew dry skin. Vitamin E is also a popular option for moisturizing and treating stretch marks, acne scars, and fine lines and wrinkles, in addition to acting as a gentle moisturizer for dry and sensitive skin. Health Priority's oils are all-natural, vegan, cruelty-free and made in the USA.

Trying to store cutlery in a small space is tough, but Joseph Joseph's genius DrawerStore makes it a breeze. It fits nicely into even small drawers and holds up to 48 pieces of silverware. The stacked design creates more room in your drawer to fit even more stuff, and it's incredibly easy to wash. Joseph Joseph makes some of my favorite kitchen gadgets, including knife blocks that fit in your drawer.

Enerplex's double-deep air mattress shows just how far air mattresses have come in the last few years. Available in all standard sizes, the mattresses are double-deep, providing plenty of comfortable padding so your guests (or you) will forget they're sleeping on air. Even better, the internal pump auto-inflates and deflates your mattress for you, making for effortless set-up and teardown.

These puck lights add illumination wherever you need it - under cabinets, in dark closets, you name it. Use the included remote to activate them, adjust brightness, and even set lighting timers. Best of all they include 18 AA batteries, which'll last you over 100 hours at full brightness.

I'm a die-hard note taker, and I like to color code my weekly schedule for convenience. These colorful journaling pens are the best I've found - they write smoother than butter, have minimal bleed through so I can use both sides of my notepaper, and the color payoff is fantastic. You'll get a set of 8 for journaling, writing in your calendar, taking notes, coloring, or drawing!

This tiny-but-mightycar escape tool was originally developed for first responders, but should should probably come with every new car purchase. The resqme is small enough to fit on your keychain, with a spring-loaded escape hammer that can easily break through any car window, and an ultra-sharp razor blade that can slice quickly through a jammed seatbelt. Best of all, you can typically nab a 2-pack for under $20.

Where, I ask you, was this Paint Behind tool when I was re-painting the bathroom? This would have been the perfect thing to paint behind the toilet! It's also useful for painting around radiators and any other tight spaces.

If you're staying in a hotel room alone or want some peace of mind, this Sleep EZ door jam is your answer. It is a portable lock that can travel with you anywhere to provide extra safety on top of your already locked doors. The simple tool requires no setup! All you need to do is slide it between your door and the existing lock, setting the gadget into place. It prevents unwanted visitors and even blocks out those trying to enter with a keycard, allowing you to sleep soundly without worry.

We've all dealt with fruit fly outbreaks at one time or another, and old-school juice-based traps can only catch so many. Enter the Katchy indoor insect trap: a custom-designed appliance that'll catch (and kill) as many annoying little insects in your house as possible. First, it outputs a UV light that attracts the bugs, then sucks them with its internal fan, and traps them in its replaceable sticky traps. Oh, and it looks good doing it, boasting a subtle design look that could pass for a kitchen appliance.

I feel like everyone should automatically get this anti-aging retinol cream on a certain birthday. I recently started using it, and have noticed a huge difference in my fine lines and dark circles. The customer before and afters are pretty fun to see, too!

I'm sure everyone should keep one of these multi-tools on them at all times. There are 12 tools in one - hammer, nail claw, flat and pipe grip pliers, wire cutter, flathead and Phillips screwdriver, saw, straight and serrated blades, file, and bottle opener. Both hardcore adventurers and weekend warriors will want this gadget on them at all times.

Because I have young kids, I'm thinking more about the harmful everyday chemicals we encounter, especially when it comes to ingesting them. This natural toothpaste is something you can feel good about using - it's 100% natural and free from sulfates, paraben, fluoride, and artificial flavors and colors. Also, if you lean bougie like I do, you'll be tickled by the fancy mint and green tea flavor with a hint of cardamom! -Amanda R.

This may be the perfect-for-everyone stocking stuffer this year. Thrive's compact kit packs more than 66 must-have pieces of medical gear into a cute, zip-up package that fits perfectly in your glovebox, backpack, and junk drawer.

The ultra-popular EZ Off Jar Opener will help you open even the most stubbornly sealed jars. Its unique design mounts conveniently out of sight and grips any size or type of lid, allowing you to use both hands for doubled opening power. No wonder more than 17,000 loyal fans have given this made-in-the-USA gadget such glowing reviews.

The moment I saw Florino the Friendly Flower Vase, I thought: this is genius. I'm sure many others have a very different opinion. I love how it's at once goofy and useful, with bendable arms and legs that can set it up anywhere, and a waterproof silicone body that'll keep little bouquets alive. It's a wonderfully weird addition to your house for well under $15.

Editor's Note: I haven't found something that cleans my glasses this efficiently in 28 years of wearing them. These little packs work just as well on phone screens and laptop screens. And you get so many, you'll never have to buy another box."

As a voracious reader in a family of voracious readers, I am fully conscious of the need for good lighting when catching up on those late night chapters. I've tried out my share of reading lights before, and I cannot tell you how annoying it is to have to adjust or re-clip mid-page. This super handy alternative not only provides ample light without disrupting other peoples' sleep, it's also incredibly adjustable in terms of both brightness and direction. And I'm backed up by over 80,000 glowing reviews!

Ok, this may be getting too personal, but you know how regular toilet paper doesn't really get you clean, but your plumber's sick of getting calls about flushable wipes clogging your toilet? This toilet paper foam creates instant flushable wipes that are actually pipe-friendly and get you so fresh & so clean. It has witch hazel and aloe to cleanse and soothe, plus comes in a sensitive skin version too for us delicate types.

You've prepped and mixed the cupcake batter, and now it's time to pour them into their holders. But you know there will most likely be a mess or some uneven cupcake batter distribution. Not to worry! This Cupcake Scoop by Tovolo is a spatula and scooper in one tool. Simply scoop your desired cupcake batter, then move the slider on the handle to pour it into each holder. This kitchen tool minimizes the mess from the mixing bowl to the cupcake baking pan.

Umbra has reinvented the sponge holder, doing away with stiff plastic that inevitably fades, and suction cups that inevitably fail. In its place, they've created a flexible, moldable sling that'll keep your sponge and scrub brushes clean, dry, and mildew-free. You can form the sling to your sink, whether you want it straddling the middle or hanging from your faucet. With all this functionality in a single-digit price tag, you can see why nearly 20,000 reviewers are singing its praises.

Phone cases can be so slippery, but this stretchy phone strap lets you get a handle on your device. The silicone straps, which come in ten fashionable colors, work with any phone case and allow for wireless charging. Over 1,000 rave reviews cite things like extra thickness and width that make this strap more durable than others.

Peleg design (along with Ototo and Fred) churn out some of the more clever and charming kitchen products on the market, and this Jonah toothpick dispenser is no exception. Fill up Jonah the whale with toothpicks, and he'll greet you with a mouth full of baleen. Need a toothpick? Just turn him over and he'll delivery one into your palm via his blowhole. This is one of those definitely never-seen-it-before gift ideas that's a great combination of practical and affordable.

Powerstone's ultra-popular pumice scrubber is the inexpensive go-to solution for quickly removing calcium deposits, limescale, rust stains, and more. Just check out the seriously satisfying before-and-after photos from more than 23,000 glowing reviews. The Powerstone even comes with its own storage case to keep things clean and tidy when you're done scrubbing.

If you've recently gotten into bread baking or have been churning out fresh loaves for a while, you've gotta see this Lekue bread maker. The unique design lets you proof in the bowl, then put the whole thing in the oven for tender bread with a crispy crust. The special design lets air circulate so the bread stays moist and won't dry out.

If you love dairy as much as my Midwestern husband, do yourself a favor and snag these Mother Lovin' Butter Huggers to keep your cheese and butter fresh. While the name sounds like Ned Flanders trying to swear, this five pack of silicone food huggers seals out air, keeping your tasties safe from drying out and getting that grody "refrigerator flavor". A much more eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap, and they do a better job, too!

I could totally use one of these in my kitchen. I don't know how I've been surviving placing strips of paper towels over my pasta bowls to prevent a splatter. This collapsable microwave cover protects your microwave from getting dirty, and also helps keep heat in, cooking your meal efficiently. It collapses for easy storage and can be wiped down clean since it is made of a no-hassel material!

These racerback tank-tops are perfect for working out or lounging around at home. Not only do they have a built-in bra, but the material is lightweight and sweat-wicking without feeling too stiff. You can feel your most supported and comfortable with whatever activity you chose to do.

If you haven't used a butter crock before, then you're in for a real treat. This is the one I have sitting on my kitchen counter daily. I'll explain. This butter crock holds butter in one side, while allowing space for water to reside in the other container. It helps to keep your butter soft and fresh for you to use as you please.

Save yourself the inevitable frustration of those last-minute trips to the hardware store and stock up on these top-rated Christmas lights now. At around $8 a string, you'll get a set of nearly indestructible lights, perfect for indoor or outdoor use. An included flasher bulb turns your standard lights into animated lights in seconds!