Cheap Products With A Lot Of Internet Hype That I Can Confirm Are Actually Amazing

These are called the cloud socks for good reason, and they’ve sold thousands of pairs in the last month. “These socks are incredible,” according to Bustle editor, Amy Biggart. “I've given them as gifts; I own a pair myself. They are the best for cozy nights.” These feel like wrapping your feet in a fluffy, light, microfiber cloud. They come in eight colors.

When your hands are dry, cracked, and suffering, pull on these hand masks and soak them in oat and shea butter hydration. “These feel so luxurious on and are great for super dry hands,” says Bustle editor, Carolyn Menyes. “I like that I can read or scroll on my phone while wearing these, too.” This is one spa-like treatment that is an easy add to any Amazon shopping cart.

This mashup between gardening and building blocks is, for many people, a happy place. Once you assemble the LEGO botanicals, a calming and meditative act, you have the cutest interchangeable plants in adorable pots to play with. “These were super fun to put together and make for adorable home decor when you're done,” says Bustle editor, Martha Sorren. You get two happy pots and the plants to ‘grow’ in them.

This outlet cover is the hack you need to power your kitchen without tolerating the clutter of power strips on the counter. Plug the smooth socket cover into the wall, hide the wires with the included wire covers, and put the plugs behind the appliance you need to power. “Having extra outlets without having to see the giant power strip (with its annoying light) has been such a nice upgrade, and it even looks nice against a sage green wall,” says Bustle editor Jen Fiegel.

“I love falling asleep with one of these warming eye masks on, or using them on long flights,” says Adeline Duff, Bustle editor. They are a terrific treatment for dry eyes and send you quickly into blissful sleep. “They heat up instantly when you take them out of the package and help with eye fatigue, dry eye, styes, and more.” Choose from eight scents.

Getting the bath and shower clean is a dreaded chore. This long-handled tub scrubber eliminates the physical contortions that the task involves by putting an extendable handle, hinged head, and three interchangeable cleaning surfaces in your hand. “This shower cleaner is a game-changer, and makes it easy for me to clean the corners and high parts of my shower,” says Bustle editor Amy Biggart. “I love it.” It comes in orange and gray.

These solar bee lights are about to become the cutest illumination in your garden. “I've bought multiple strands of these flickering bee lights,” says Karen Belz, Bustle editor, “They've created a nice whimsical look outside my home every night. They make a cute accent, and since they're solar powered, you can set them and forget them.”

“This shower oil is to die for,” says Bustle editor Amy Biggart. It cleanses your skin while it nourishes and hydrates it, and the almond milk and almond oil produce a delicious aroma in the shower. “I'm obsessed with the scent and how well it lathers,” she says. “Truly, I will never not have some in my bathroom from now on.” It comes in three sizes.

This pink collagen jelly mask is a weird but pleasant experience, and has made it into the carts of over 100,000 people in the last month. Stretch it over your skin and it clings, infusing your epidermis with hydration and giving it back its elasticity with hydrolyzed collagen. As it works, it changes from transparent to opaque. “I was seriously surprised by the before and after of this mask,” says Anna Anderson, Bustle editor. “It gives you a real glow.” There is also a yellow turmeric infusion version.

Want to stay up flipping pages after your bed partner turns the lights out? Don this neck reading light and do it. Direct the two beams at the page, set the brightness and light color, and keep turning pages. “This light feels like it lasts forever before it needs a charge,” says Bustle editor Martha Sorren. “And it's bright enough for me to read or craft in all levels of low light.” It comes in two sizes and seven colors.

Once you master the twist, claw clips become your go-to updo hack. But they fail utterly if you sit in a high-back desk chair or get in the car. Not these, though! “These flat claw clips don't stick out like standard claws, which means they don’t run into your car headrest (a seriously annoying thing!),” says Bustle’s Anna Anderson. “I think they look more polished, too.” They come in so many colors and shapes, too.

These glass tumblers have a modern, stylish shape and stack neatly in your cupboards. They are also super sturdy and affordable, making them the perfect everyday glassware. “[These are] my go-to glasses for iced coffee drinks,” says Bustle editor Kate Miller. “They're the perfect height and feel substantial in hand. Love them.” This is a set of four.

“Multi-tools are so fun, and this [pliers multi-tool] has everything you need — from a plier, to a wire cutter, to a screwdriver,” says Bustle editor, Amy Biggart. It also folds up like a jackknife, which is fun, and it fits easily into a toolbox, utensil crock, or kitchen drawer. There are three options.

This drain hair remover is a necessary bathroom accessory. Keep one on hand for times when the shower runs slowly. Then feed it into the drain and let the reverse barbs catch whatever is causing the blockage and haul it out. “I was kind of nervous to have to snake the drain in my new apartment for the first time,” says Bustle editor Amy Biggart. “But this was unbelievably easy to use. I'm so glad I have it on hand.” The kit comes with several barbed snakes, an extension handle, and two cleaning brushes.

It seems like a wild luxury until you have one. Then you will wonder how you survived without this page turner that lets you turn the pages in your Kindle (or snap the photo button on your phone) remotely. “I am a Kindle girl, and this remote is the best,” says Lauren Beach, Bustle editor. “It makes reading seamless and lets you keep your hands warm under a blanket.” It comes in four colors.

Plug this LED night-light into an outlet to give your dwelling some low-level light that anticipates your needs, turning on when you approach and turning off when you leave the room. You can also set it to turn on whenever the room is dark. They throw the light at the wall, so there is nothing harsh about them. “I need night-lights around my house to keep me from tripping everywhere, and I love the motion sensor on these,” says Bustle editor Amy Biggart. Choose warm white or amber light.

These cinch-straps are an easy way to turn messy wires into tidy bundles. They have a label area, too, so you can note what that wire is for right on the wrap. “When you can never find the right charging cord or they're always knotted together, these are the answer,” says Bustle editor Jen Fiegel. They come in six colors and a range of multipack quantities.

End the bedside table and desktop mess by turning your phone into a useful screen instead of a brick on the surface while you rest or work. Set it on this phone stand to elevate the screen, angle it so you can glance at notifications or tap the screen. “Do me a favor and just buy this?” says Bustle’s Amy Biggart. “You'd be shocked at how useful it is. And I love having it when I travel, using it to move my phone around my space, and keeping it on my desk throughout the day.” It folds for travel and comes in eight colors.

So many lip balms and serums make big promises and deliver on none of them. Forget the filler lip plumper, though, delivers lush, lubricated lips that are plump and hydrated with just a swipe of the applicator. “This product lives up to its name,” according to Mallory Moreno, Bustle editor. “Instantly plump lips — no filler needed.” It comes in 15 colors.

Once you have pets, you enter into a daily battle to stop their fur from layering every surface of your home. This pet hair remover is the tool you need to win that fight. “I have two very sheddy cats,” says Bustle editor Cassandra Seale. “A few swipes with this on my area rug is super effective and prevents needing daily vacuuming.” It is fast, easy, and needs no refills or power. Just wipe back and forth, and it pulls off the fur. It comes in four colors.

When it comes to lighting, don’t rely on overhead fixtures. Think outside the box and use these LED strip lights to create interesting, low-key lighting scenes from furniture, trim, and stairs. Just peel and stick it to surfaces, and use the app to design the lighting scheme. “This was incredibly easy to install and has completely changed the look of my living room,” says Bustle’s Amy Biggart. “It's a must.”

When a pimple strikes, you don’t have to let it ruin your day. Cover it — and help it heal — with the miracle patch. The clear but blurry material hides it from view while the hydrocolloid pulls out impurities so the blemish disappears. “I've used a lot of acne patches, and these are my favorite,” says Bustle’s Amy Biggart. “I really like that they are a generous size, because I tend to break out in clusters. They work so well!”

This bond building dry hair mask is an intensive treatment you can apply anytime to repair and strengthen hair. Just spray it on. There is no need to rinse it out, and it won’t weigh your hair down. Use it during the day as a quick fix or as an overnight mask. “My scalp tends to be dry and sensitive, while my hair gets oily,” says Bustle editor Jen Fiegel. “But this spray makes my hair super soft without being greasy or irritated.” It comes in three sizes.

“I've made it a personal mission to try all the squeezy lip balms,” says Bustle’s Jen Fiegel. “My favorite is the Eadem. Between the thick, shockingly long-lasting formula, sophisticated colors, and the cooling metal applicator tip, it's win-win-win.” This lip softening balm is a nourishing lip mask and exfoliant, and it gives your kisser a glossy look. It comes in six shades.

Not every manicure needs to destroy your nails. Paint this nail protectant on for a subtle look and to build stronger nails while you rest from more intense treatments. “When my nails are weak, these are such a great option for covering up damage while actually making them stronger in the long run,” says Bustle editor Jen Fiegel. “They seem to last longer than most others in the category, too.” It comes in 10 colors.

Take your art, relaxing coloring book habit, crafting, or journaling fun up a notch with these acrylic paint pens that make painting as easy and precise as drawing with markers. “Perfect for any artist, it's incredible how versatile this paint pen set is,” says Karen Belz, Bustle editor. “Not only is this kit filled with every color you could want, but the fact that they have two tip types is genius.” One side is a fine felt-tip pen, and the other is a brush tip. There are four kit sizes.

“I've been using the LANEIGE lip sleeping mask for years,” says Bustle editor Carolyn Menyes. It nourishes your lips as you sleep, so you wake up with a soft, glossy pout instead of parched and flaky. “Each tub lasts an extremely long time, and I find it moisturizing as heck. I also like the subtle purple tint of the gummy bear flavor and will wear this out as a daily lip gloss,” she says. Choose from 15 flavor and packaging options.

Use this deep conditioning hair mask as a weekly deep treatment or use it daily as a conditioner. It moisturizes and repairs hair strands to make your hair softer, sleeker, and more manageable. “This is one of those products that I knew would be a go-to after my first use,” says Bustle’s Karen Belz. “It's thick, lasts a bit, and leaves my hair feeling soft, smooth, and strong. Plus, it smells nice.”

“These shark slides are apparently popular among middle school boys, but they come in adult sizes and are really cute and comfy,” says Bustle editor Cassandra Seale. So why let the kids have all the fun? Your feet look dangerous in them — at least to the cat — and they are easy to slide into and kick off. They come in 11 colors and six sizes.

If you love to cook with fresh herbs, keep them in this herb saver. It keeps their feet in water while letting the leafy part stand up and stay dry, so they last for weeks. “I'm not even great at swapping out my water every few days, and this keeps my farmers market herbs fresh for longer than the promised three weeks,” says Bustle editor Carolyn Menyes. “I think this thing has saved me hundreds of dollars.”

Pull on these grooming gloves that have bristles built into the palms and give your pet a rub. The fur babies will enjoy it because this is just you petting them. And you will prevent a great deal of fur from blanketing your clothing and furniture. “My kitties love mixing up brushing with these, and they remove a surprising amount of loose fur,” says Cassandra Seale, Bustle editor. They come in two colors.

Swipe this collagen jelly cream over your skin to plump it up, hydrate it, and improve its elasticity. It will give you a dewy complexion that will make you feel like a younger version of you. “This is the first product I can say gave me a glassy glow,” says Bustle’s Carolyn Menyes. It comes in two sizes.

Turn shaving from a chore to a sensory self-care regimen with this moisturizing shave oil that is loaded with skin-nourishing shea butter and argan, grapeseed, jojoba, and sesame oils. “I'm a big fan of any product that makes mundane rituals (in this case, shaving) feel a little more luxurious,” says Adeline Duff, Bustle editor. “The oil leaves my skin silky-soft, and the vanilla scent is heavenly.” It comes in nine scents.

Covering a zit with makeup might look better, but it won’t help that blemish heal. These hydrocolloid-filled patches will hide it and cure it at the same time and in short order. “I've tried other pimple patches, but none compare to the Mighty Patch,” says Bustle’s Carolyn Menyes. “I also find the way they turn white as they work to be gross but satisfying.” They come in three quantities.

Lumi Glotion is a highlighter and bronzer that gives you a fresh, sun-kissed glow without making you look heavily made up. “I've been using this stuff since early college!” says Mallory Moreno, Bustle editor. “I layer it over my SPF, and it gives such a perfect glow. I'm obviously loyal for life.” It comes in nine colors and two sizes.

“A pedicure can't even compare to this foot peel mask,” says Carolyn Menyes, Bustle editor. “I recently did one after a theme park vacation, and my feet went from genuinely hurting from all of the calluses to baby soft. 10/10 product. And I like that these are cheaper than a lot of similar products yet just as effective.” Just pull them on like socks and kick back for an hour. In about a week, baby soft feet will emerge as your callouses slide off like snakeskin.

When the weather outside is chilly, pull this throw blanket over you and get cozy. It is soft, delicious, and warm, and looks beautiful in your living space, even when you aren’t using it. “Truly the softest, cuddliest blanket out there,” says Kate Miller, Bustle editor. “I have had multiple house guests ask where this blanket was from because it's that good.” It comes in 21 patterns.

Dry hands are an unpleasant side effect of cold weather. You need a go-to fix, and this ultra-rich cream is it. It feeds your skin with a potent plant-based formula that is rich enough to fight against winter hands but not so thick that it deprives you of the use of those hands. “The only hand cream that revives super-dry winter skin,” says Bustle’s Kate Miller. “It feels so luxurious on, too.”

If you love a cozy bed that is also pretty and deliciously soft, this duvet cover set will take you there. The fabric is buttery soft, and the colors are rich and gorgeous. “Thousands of reviewers (and my parents) agree: This bedding is worth it,” says Bustle editor Ali Drucker. “I snapped it up for my guest room and always get tons of compliments.” It comes in 25 colors and 12 colors.

These pillow slippers are so deliciously comfortable, you will want to live in them, which is why they are developing something of a cult following. You can wear them outside, too, if you need to check the mail or take out the trash. “I own two pairs of these house shoes,” says Kate Miller, Bustle editor. “They're so cushy and supportive. I've also gifted them to family members who are equally obsessed now.” They come in 23 colors and eight sizes.

When it comes to your daily routine, join the clean skin club and upgrade the cotton pad that touches your face. These big, pillowy, absorbent pads are the perfect makeup remover and disposable applicator. “These are basically the same price you'd pay for regular cotton pads, yet so much better in quality,” says Bustle’s Mallory Moreno. One side is smooth, and the other is slightly textured to add a bit of exfoliation to the task. This is a pack of 60.

Reedle Shot is a serum that stimulates skin cells, boosts collagen production, and helps your skin absorb other products. “Described as 'microneedling in a bottle,’ this viral serum is designed to boost the effects of other skin-care products,” says Bustle editor Cassandra Seale. “It feels unique and tingly, and my mom constantly mentions on FaceTime how good my skin looks, so.” It is plant-based, using the minute silica in Centella Asiatica to simulate the effects of microneedling. It comes in four sizes.

When your eyes are dry and tired, a swipe with this hydrating eye stick feels amazing. “Not only does this come in the most adorable polar bear packaging, but the cooling effect it has on your eyes is next level,” says Martha Sorren, Bustle editor. “I always put this on my Christmas list to restock my stash.” There are nine formulation and bundling options.

When it comes to your end-of-day makeup removing face cleansing ritual, skip the expensive — and often irritating — facial cleansers and go clean and easy with this fluffy, dense cloth that requires only water to get the job done quickly. “I've used the Makeup Eraser cloth for years, and it does such a good job of removing makeup,” says Bustle editor Amy Biggart. “I especially love that it's black so I don't have to worry about stains.” It comes in 15 colors.

When a blanket, sweater, or even the couch starts to look pilled and past it, shave off the lint, fuzzy bits, and loose threads with this easy fabric shaver, and they will all look as good as new. “This fabric shaver seriously works and has saved so many of my sweaters from pilling,” says Bustle’s Amy Biggart. It comes in a battery-powered or rechargeable model in seven colors.

This hot air brush is not only a fast and easy way to tame your tangled locks, but it will turn a messy bed head into a stylish do in seconds. “The hype is real on this thing,” says Bustle editor Ali Drucker. “It cut my blow-dry time down to just a few minutes.” It puts and brush and a blow dryer in your hand so you can style and dry at the same time. It has two speeds and has a cool setting. It comes in nine colors.

If reapplying lipstick throughout the day is not a skill you can master, switch to this vinyl ink longwear lipstick so you don’t have to. It stays on, creating the lip look you applied in the morning, all day long. “This truly does not budge,” says Bustle’s Lauren Beach. “It lasts all day long, through eating and plenty of iced lattes.” Choose from 22 shades.

Get your closet in order and fit more clothing in it with these velvet hangers that come in a pack of 50 for less than $20. You will never waste time hunting for a hanger again, and because they have a grippy velvet texture and sleeve notch, your clothes will never slide to the floor after you hang them. “Well reviewed, well priced, and so practical,” says Bustle editor Ali Drucker. Choose from nine colors.

This antimicrobial facial cleanser is a great way to keep your skin healthy and free of breakouts and irritation without getting out cleansers and washcloths. Just spray it on and let the bacteria-killing hypochlorous acid gently do its job. “A must for after workouts,” says Bustle editor Lauren Beach. “It doesn't leave behind any fragrance and works so well.” It won’t dry your skin and leaves nothing sticky, oily, or noticeable behind.

This glowy milk toner combines rice water with niacinamide and ceramides to soak your skin in hydration and create a healthy skin barrier that keeps your visage fresh and dewy. It also soothes irritated skin, so you glow. “I've tried a lot of products that claim to give you glowy, glass skin, but I can say that this toner actually delivers,” says Mallory Moreno, Bustle editor. “It's become a staple in my AM & PM skin care.”

“These foot masks are such a good lazy girl hack for soft feet,” says Bustle’s Anna Anderson. “(I can't be bothered to use a pumice.)” You can have smooth baby-soft feet by pulling on these foot peel masks, putting your feet up, and watching a movie. The botanical formula soaks in and works magic on those rough heels and hard soles. A week or so after your movie, the rough parts will peel away, leaving soft feet behind. It comes in two formulas.

Hate dropping a tidy fortune on designer sunglasses only to lose them or break them within weeks? These retro oval sunglasses look expensive — and deliver outstanding eye protection — yet are affordable enough that you can own a few backup pairs. “They really do look like the real deal,” says Bustle editor Mallory Moreno. “I'm impressed with the quality and wear them all the time.” They come in 11 colors.

“You don't have to have dandruff to reap the benefits of this shampoo,” says Bustle’s Adeline Duff. “I use it a few times a month to remove any product buildup and give my scalp a good pampering. The result is always impossibly soft, clean-feeling hair.” It is an anti-dandruff shampoo with prescription-strength selenium sulfide, but it also nourishes and strengthens hair, stops scalp itching, and makes your hair smooth and shiny.

Bed sheets do not have to blow your budget. These microfiber sheet sets are cooling, breathable, and super soft, yet they are also super affordable. “I really like these sheets and how soft and lightweight they feel,” says Bustle editor Amy Biggart. “They're a great value for the price.” They come in six sizes and 10 colors and each set includes four pillowcases, a top sheet, and a fitted bottom sheet.

Itchy, irritated, dry eyes are hard to ignore. So is that raccoon look you get when you don’t get all the mascara off. “These eyelid wipes are so gentle, and do a great job cleansing the delicate skin around your eyes,” says Bustle’s Amy Biggart. “They're great if you wear eyelash extensions, get dry eyes, or just wear a lot of eye makeup.” They cleanse quickly, are slightly exfoliating, and have a hint of tea tree oil to calm redness and eliminate germs and bacteria. This is a pack of 30 wrapped wipes.