36 Underrated Products That Will Become The Light Of Your Life

36 Underrated Products That Will Become The Light Of Your Life

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-06-23 05:04

1. An absurdly darling pink Lego typewriterthat has different build options — you can also turn it into a flowery "keytar" instrument and a sweet little flowerpot with a writing pad and pen. (But honestly, I've imprinted on that pink typewriter so hard that if I hear about any of you making something else, I'm gonna cry some big Barbie tears.) 

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Promising review: "This is the perfect size Lego typewriter set for any writer or word lover. So cute, too! Made a perfect addition to my own written books! Serves as motivation to keep writing and playing!" —CM Albert

Get it from Amazon for $25.49

2. Dove's Coconut Milk & Sugar Lychee Body Wash so moisturizing, gentle, and decadently-scented that you're going to feel fully transported to your ~happy place~ every time you lather it on. This is especially lovely for sensitive skin, since the plant milk base is nutrient-rich and sulfate-free to keep your skin feeling eeextra soft and loved. 

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Promising review: "I am loving this body wash, the smell is incredible and the formula is great. Way better than the original Dove formula body washes. I find that it’s more gentle and cleansing without any weird film left behind. I hope they never discontinue this line because I love it!" —D

Get it from Amazon for $6.49.

3. Kitsch's new "Ultra Petite" Satin Scrunchies for anyone who loves the hair-protective style of satin, but wants a lower profile than the big billowing versions. These are super gentle and prevent creasing, but still have an all-day firm hold. 

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Promising review: "These work great for my thin hair. I am on a hair growth journey and would recommend these. They did not damage my hair." —Amazon Customer 

Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.99

4. E.l.f.'s Blue-ty Sleep Night Oil reviewers LOVE as an alternative to the pricier versions — this overnight face oil is formulated with 1% granactive retinoid and blueberry extract for the geeentlest boost to help reduce fine lines, plump skin, and tone your complexion without drying you out or compromising your skin barrier. It also absorbs beautifully and is super lightweight, so it'll play nice with the rest of your skincare routine. 

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Promising review: "I don’t know why I bother with all the expensive brands and lotions and potions. E.l.f. always knocks it out of the park. I love this retinol oil mostly because it is an oil. A lot of retinol products dry out my skin too much and this prevents that. This is a nice easy affordable step in maintaining my skin." —Aimee

Get it from Amazon for $18.99. 

5. A light up solar frog figurinefor your garden or porch so when you come home from that "just one drink" dinner past midnight, this croaky lil' fella can lovingly judge you for it. 

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Promising review: "I love this! It’s well painted, and the solar light works great. It is the cutest thing on my patio table." —solowithpits 

Get it from Amazon for $21.98 (available in seven animals). 

6. A set oflimited edition Band-Aids with retro flower patterns so the next time you get a little ouch, you can be like, "wound care, but make it fashion." 

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Promising review: "Cute, retro, and good quality. Perfect for summertime cuts and scrapes. Comes with three sizes in the box, each in a different pattern." —R&M 

Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for$3.77

7. A set of Honey Rosemary Moscow Mule tea bags — all the sophistication of tea and the 😜 of a cheeky cocktail, without all the extra sugar to throw you out of whack. All you have to do is add three ounces of cold water, 1.5 ounces of hard liquor, and the tea sachet into a glass, and you'll have a delicious (far more AFFORDABLE!!) cocktail in one minute. 

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Sayso is a small woman-owned business that specializes in the first-ever cocktail tea bag, perfect for cocktails *and* mocktails. 

Promising review: "I like to let them steep around ten minutes. Quick and delicious cocktails! I’ve tried all flavors exceptOld Fashioned, and that's next. These are fantastic for cocktail lovers that camp. No heavy mixers to carry." —AnneF

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $14.99 (available in six other cocktail styles and larger packs). 

8. A set of Tide Sink Packsyou can use to do laundry right in the sink when you need to hand wash delicate items and lay them to dry. Reviewers also love these for traveling! 

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Promising review: "These are perfect for the one-item sink cleaning that occurs when traveling. I highly recommend it for those travel excursions where you want to clean one or two clothing items." —LIFE_COMPOSED 

Get a pack of three (with three mini loads each) for$6.39

9. A reusable, family-friendly sand eraser to *instantly* remove sand from your skin with a quick swipe so you don't accidentally turn your unsuspecting car interiors into "Beach, Part Two." 

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Promising review: "This is a great product and gift for a beach lover. Works great and is a decent size for brushing away the sand after an amazing day at the beach! Going to buy it as a gift!! Easy to use and affordable!" —Sue Krauser 

Get it from Amazon for$13.99

10. A travel-friendly SPF 50 Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar, a K-beauty staple with a curved balm stick style that makes it super easy to apply, and a non-sticky, white cast-free formula that plays ABSURDLY well with makeup. If you're looking for a lightweight "soft matte" sunscreen to protect your skin, this is your new BFF. 

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Check out a TikTok of the Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar in action. 

Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! 

Promising review: "NO WHITE CAST! I've been looking for a stick sunscreen and this was just exactly what was needed!! I'm a medium-toned Black woman, and looking for something without a white cast is always a challenge. I have applied it on my bare skin and there isn't a white cast at all! It's a 'soft matte' finish, for sure, and looks like natural skin. Like you're not wearing anything at all." —Martina

Get it from Amazon for $17.45

11. Biofreeze's new Dry Stick for "portable pain relief" — this mess-free, cooling solution for aches and pains all over your human body, whether it's your neck, shoulders, knees, hands, or many numerous joints. Its targeted menthol relief also works *fast* and is delightfully travel-friendly, unlike competing menthol creams. 

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Read more about how menthol can help with temporary pain relief at Cleveland Clinic

Promising review: "Biofreeze's Dry Stick has been a game changer format for me!! I really love this convenient little version I can take on the go, and fits in the palm of my hand. The product does not feel greasy after it dries and gives the cooling relief I love from Biofreeze menthol products. It has been super easy to apply and mess-free for me. Will be buying again for sure." —Lisa M. 

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

12. A set of earthy pastel knivesto add some quiet calm and downright shocking functionality to your kitchen — reviewers are in love with how sharp, efficient, and easy to handle these blades are, not to mention how easy they are to clean. 

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Promising review: "Love these knives. Sharp, aesthetic, and serve their purpose. The set comes with a good amount of knives and the shears are incredible." —Samantha Gillin

Get a set of six knives plus kitchen shears on Amazon for $18.99

13. Eos Cashmere Vanilla Cashmere Whipped Oil Body Butter — yes, that's right, the astronomically TikTok-famous Eos "cashmere" body lotion now comes in a luxurious body butter form, and it's every bit as decadent as it sounds. Now you can spend all your self-care nights fully moisturized in a cloud of whipped vanilla, musk, and soft caramel. 

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Promising review: "If I could give this 10 stars, I would. The consistency is perfection. It's thick, silky but not greasy, and the scent is dreamy. I think my skin cried when I put it on. I have only used it three times, but I have already ordered another jar so I don't run out!" —The Flying White Boxers 

Get it from Amazon for$12.99

14. A pair of cheerful, super lightweight boxer-style shorts so comfy and adorable that you are about to put your denim shorts on notice for the rest of the year — especially since these are a MUCH cheaper alternative to the $98 Reformation version. 

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Promising review: "So comfy and they look just like the photo! The quality is great, they aren't see through, and I love the bright color! They fit true to size. They are definitely a great value for the money." —Hope

Get it from Amazon for$9.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 22 styles). 

15. A 2-in-1 nausea relief inhalerdesigned to work FAST on spontaneous nausea, motion sickness, morning sickness, and general queasiness (having a human body is hard). You can either use it as a scent inhaler or rub it directly on the tip of your nose for relief. 

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Promising review: "Took this on my first cruise. Anytime that I started to feel woozy I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot - and breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!" —Willy&Lilly

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a pack of four). 

16. A delightfully affordable wireless bottle lamp to convert bottles into a cheeky light fixture, so your favorite wine can literally ~light up your life~, or you can preserve a bottle from a special occasion as part of your decor. This also makes an excellent gift to pair with a bottle of something yummy! 

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It features three colors and a light-dimming mode so you can get the ambiance ~just right~. 

Promising review: "Great light. It is so cute and gives out an amazing amount of light. Nice touch in small spaces. Easy to set up. It came fully charged as well." —Sue Langston

Get it from Amazon for $14.99

17. A guided visual "breathing partner"you can use for meditation and calm to shift your mindset. This is designed to guide you through either the popular 4/7/8 or 5/5 "calming breaths" to help reduce stress and anxiety, using colors that fade in and out softly as cues. Bonus: it's kid friendly! 

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Mindsight is a small business that specializes in calming personal care and decor products. 

Promising review: "I started meditating over a decade ago. Intermittent in the beginning, progressing deeper and finding new joys over time. With Breathing Buddha, the last thoughts have dropped away as counting breath always seemed to keep me conscious of, well, counting. Granted, I have always dropped the counting after a handful of breaths, but Breathing Buddha has made for a delightful transition as I realize it don't have to count at all. It is a lovely concept, well executed, and very easy to start using." —Lynn

Get it from Amazon for $22.95+ (available in four styles). 

18. A set of hair-tie bracelets designed to look like *actual* jewelry, so you won't be kicking yourself when you realize you left a hair tie on your wrist for every photo. 

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Check out a TikTok of the hair tiesin action. 

Promising review: "I love these! These add the cutest touch to any outfit. They make you feel better about wearing a hair tie on your wrist. And they function great as both a hair tie and a bracelet! Not too tight to wear as either. Love them!" —Tiara Scheurell 

Get a set of 20 from Amazon for$7.99 (available in eight styles). 

19. A nonslip wire-free strapless bra so comfy that you might be like, "Wait — am I wearing a bra??" halfway through the day. This will be your wardrobe's BFF for all your dresses and shirts with fun necklines! 

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Promising review: "If you’re looking for a comfortable and supportive strapless bra like me, this one is a great choice! It offers a secure, nonslip fit without the discomfort of wires, making it perfect for all-day wear. The seamless and padded design ensures a smooth look under any outfit, while the push-up feature enhances shape beautifully. Whether you’re wearing it for everyday use or special occasions, this bralette provides both style and comfort. I am in love with this bra, as I am a breastfeeding mom, it really helps me a lot." —kumar subedi

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL, four colors, and multipacks). 

20. The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serumfor anyone whose skin occasionally goes 🔥 when its barrier has been compromised. This blend of niacinamide, vitamin B12, and lipids helps to soothe and hydrate irritated skin to reduce the redness and restore your skin's happy glow. 

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Promising review: "The first night I used this, my skin felt instantly hydrated. By morning, a stubborn blemish had already started to heal. The lightweight texture absorbs beautifully without sticking, leaving my skin soft and balanced. This is going to be a lifesaver for hydration and healing. Highly recommend!" —Jacqueline 

Get it from Amazon for $17.

21. A decadently soft striped oversize lounge setnearly identical to a popular mall brand version and so ridiculously comfy and breathable that you'll change your LinkedIn profile to "Lounge Hound" for the rest of the year. 

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Promising review: "Best set I’ve ordered in a while. Ended up ordering two more colors in it! 🙄" —Kaylyn

Get it from Amazon for $42.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and 36 styles). 

22. Physicians Formula Butter Glow & Go Stick for a smooth, rich, and ridiculously easy-to-apply contour to give your skin that ~sunkissed~ glow with as little effort as possible. This dual-ended stick is the definition of no muss, no fuss, and so versatile that when you're not using them on the go, you'll love experimenting with all the different ways you can make a subtle colorful *pop*. 

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Promising review: "I am LOVING this 'ONE AND DONE' product. I'd watched a few videos about how wonderful having this dual-ended item was; blush on one side, bronzer on the other. I needed something easy for travel, and I love creamy textures, so I thought I'd try them. WOW; I'm in love. They glide across the skin, blend out, and look very natural. The value is fantastic compared to other dual-ended makeup sticks. The smell is light and a touch tropical." —Vanessa Sykes

Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (available in four shade combos). 

23. An adorable clear waterproof sunscreen bag to keep your various SPFs for easy access when you need to protect yourself from the sun's shenanigans, and to keep the rest of your stuff safe if one of your sunscreens bottles decides to go ~kaboom~. 

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Promising review: "Awesome bag! Roomy enough to fit your phone, sunscreen, and lip gloss. It's the perfect size to keep your essentials together in whatever larger bag you're using. Super cute "sun' design/label and extra bonus that it is waterproof." —LAF616

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in 34 styles). 

24. A — be still my hydrated heart — teensy 14-ounce Stanley Cup for the days when you aren't Big Thirsty, but Little Thirsty, and don't want to haul around a brick of water with you. Reviewers love this for traveling and so their littles can having matching Stanley cups with their big ones!

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Check out a TikTok of the baby Stanley in action. 

Promising review: "Wonderful. Coffee stays a lot hotter in this cup. Great size. Matter of fact, it's perfect." —LaHoma

Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in ten colors and larger sizes, which come in dozens of colors). 

25. Dae's Hair Cactus Fruit 3-In-1 Styling Cream & Taming Wand, which is basically the brand's "holy grail," TikTok-famous styling cream in the form of a mascara wand. This versatile lil' tool helps you carefully target flyaways, style edges, and smooth frizz. 

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Dae is a small business that specializes in haircare and styling products. 

Check out a TikTok of the taming wand in action. 

(It goes without saying that you don't need to lay your edges if you don't want to, but this is a handy option if you do.) 

Promising review: "I’ve tried numerous products for taming baby hairs, especially post-partum, and this is hands down the best thing I’ve tried. It also smells incredible! Love the size of the styling wand!" —Completely happy customer! 

"LOVE!!! It doesn't make hair greasy, it gets rid of my super frizzy hair, and smooths it down. Easily applied and the applicator is super functional. I love and will definitely buy again for the price! Super good look to it." —Devon Reid

Get it from Amazon for $18

26. A set of six rustic-style ceramic ramekinsso versatile that you'll be putting them to WORK. Not only can you use these in your oven or air fryer to cook in smaller portions for lava cakes and egg bakes, but you can use them to serve ice cream, yogurt parfaits, dips, and snacks. 

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Mora Ceramics is a small business that specializes in home goods. 

Promising review: "Very high-end ramekins! Pricey, but worth every penny. They are absolutely stunning! They are very well-made. They are large and I absolutely love them. I highly recommend, and I will also definitely buy again from this company." —Amazon Customer 

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three styles and sizes). 

27. A crinkle cutter tool for veggies, fruit, potatoes, and cheese that not only makes meal prep a breeze, but makes certain foods more enticing for the picky eaters in the fam. Everyone knows a squiggly-shaped thing tastes better than a regular shape ... it's just science! 

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Check out a TikTok of the crinkle cutter in action. 

Psst — reviewers warn that this is sharper than it looks!! It makes for easy cutting, but definitely make sure it's kept away from little hands. 

Promising review: "I bought this to specifically cut cheese. I love how easy this is to use. The cheese sticks a bit, but it is really easy to knock off the already cut cheese. I love it! Price is basically free if you want nice looking cut cheese!!! The cut cheese really does look fantastic!!! You could easily cut other things like carrots, cucumbers, and other things. So simple to use, and cheap!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for$5.99 (also available in a pack of two).

28. A reversible vintage-inspired floral bathing suitwith adjustable, oh-so-sweet bow straps that are almost too cute to exist. Like, spare some cuteness for the rest of the beach, will you?? 

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Reviewers mention if you're in between sizes, to size up! 

Promising review: "This suit is so pretty! I was nervous that for the price, it would be poor quality, but it looks just like the photos. The material is nice and thick, and I love that it’s padded. I’m between a small and medium, so I sized up based on other reviews." —Morgan Meldrum

Get it from Amazon for$35.99 (available in women's sizes 2–14 and eight styles). 

29. An exfoliating Italian Bergamot Body Bar from Cremo, aka the brand that went TikTok viral for its $10 Baccarat Rouge 540-inspired body wash (I am, in fact, a VERY large fan). This luxury body soap is so richly-layered, deeply hydrating, and gives such a satisfying lather that OOPS, you won't want use another version ever again. 

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Promising review: "This is definitely the best body bar I have used! Fragrance is on point and super suddy with a reasonable price!" —VictoryNJC

Get it from Amazon for$5.99 (available in four scents). 

Psst — if you want to amp up the exfoliation and make the bar soap last longer, these exfoliating bar soap bags on Amazon are right up your alley! 

30. A truly gargantuan but lightweight striped beach bag that holds so many of your shenanigans that you'll feel like you opened a hole in the time-space-tote-bag continuum. Truly a lot of audacity for it to be so boho chic and affordable on TOP of all that!! 

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Promising review: "I bought this to use as a beach bag on a trip to the lake. It is very lightweight but durable. The straps are thick and held up even when I had it stuffed with my husband's things and mine. The design is super cute, and I love the color. It has a nice smaller pocket on the inside to keep lady products or credit cards, lip balm, etc. There is a pocket on the side that you can put a water bottle in or slide your phone in for ease of access. Great choice for a quick getaway or beach day." —Haley

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 21 styles). 

31. An "invisible" magnetized dry-erase board so you can organize all your family's chaos and still be unexpectedly stylish about it. "We need more toilet paper," but make it ✨chic. ✨

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Promising review: "I have it to write down things to buy. Very convenient and came with a good number of markers. It’s really simple to clean. I use a wet cloth when I don’t want to use the eraser, and that works easy also." —Stephanie Rios 

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

32. A square-neck compressive body suit that's basically 10 outfits in one — you can rock it solo, wear it as a bodysuit tucked into jeans, or pair it with a hoodie or a jacket. Go, little base layer, gooooo! 

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Popilush is a small business that specializes in activewear and shapewear. 

Promising review: "This is one of my favorite things to wear. The material thickness is nice. I'm a 2XL girl and I feel so confident in this and it's so comfy. I wear it with a hoodie on top for easy days out running errands and then I also wear it for friend dinner or events where we dress a little more casual but cute! Just a great base. Super versatile! I wear this at least once a week and the fit and sturdiness of the material has held up great." —Dakotah Flowers 

Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and seven colors). 

33. A cheery little "Buttercup" butter maker so you can make delicious butter in less than five (!!) minutes and enter a cottagecore era unlike any you've ever known. Time to impress your friends by gifting them with small batch butters in garlic, honey, truffle, and all kiiiinds of flavors you haven't even fathomed yet. 

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Promising review: "Very simple to use! Delicious homemade butter! My son and I love making this and we take turns shaking the jar. Very easy to clean, durable, low cost, and doesn't leak! Great product!" —Shay K. 

Get it from Amazon for $12.49

34. A super lightweight, loose-fitting, high-neck muscle tankfor fans of the Lululemon version at a *much* lower price point. This is a breezy *dream* thanks to the quick-dry fabric, the cross-over pleat in the back, and the slight petal hem at the bottom. 

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Promising review: "I love these workout tanks! They are soft and flowy without being oversized. I have bought two colors and will be buying more to replace ones I have that are too long or too clingy. Great bargain too!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $17.99(clip the $2 off coupon for this price; available in sizes XS–XXL and 23 colors).

35. A ridiculously plush beanbag chair that everyone should legally be mandated to own as a Rot Chair — aka the chair you put yourself in timeout in to either read, watch Netflix on your laptop, or contemplate the meaning of your existence all weekend long. 

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Promising review: "We bought a pair of these chairs for extra seating. The chairs come in smallish boxes and are vacuum sealed in plastic. They puffed up perfectly in about a day. The kiddos and teens like them as well as adults. The ‘teddy bear’ cloth is soft and good quality. The chairs are surprisingly firm and comfy. The chairs are attractive and a great addition to our family room." —Laura Hickman

Get it from Amazon for $101.99 (available in nine colors). 

36. A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser to remind you that life is, in fact, too short to skip on your delicious morning cuppa. 

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Promising review: "My best friend loved this for her birthday. She loves Halloween and tea, and this was such a cute and perfect gift." —Harley Nixon

Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

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