Life Can Be Very Dull Sometimes, But Thankfully These 33 Products Are Anything But

Life Can Be Very Dull Sometimes, But Thankfully These 33 Products Are Anything But

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-08-03 05:03

1. A limited edition (!!) Eos 'Nilla Milkshake Flavor Lab lip balm set from the brand's "secret menu" complete with Marshmallow Fluff, Vanilla Creme, Salted Caramel, and Vanilla Toffee for the ultimate in lip care luxury.  Adorable bonus — it also comes with teensy stickers to decorate your balms in the most nostalgic way possible! 

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Promising review: "I am super picky about my lip products, and I am also a vanilla girly through and through! EVERY flavor in this pack is amazing, and they work miracles for my constantly chapped lips! And bonus: STICKERS!!! Definitely recommend to all my other vanilla girls out there!" —Alyssa D. 

Get it from Amazon for$9.99

(Psst — Eos' viral "Marshmallow Fluff" lip treatment that reviewers compare to Laneige and Carmex is also available for $5.89!) 

2. Vlasic's Pickle Balls, a flavored puff with a cult following so feral that the last place I'd want to be is in between one of these bags and a fan. If you're a pickle fan, this will be a low-risk, high-reward buy that might just reach your Snack Pantheon, too. 

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Promising review: "These are so good, I have tried nearly everything pickle there is. Including the pickle slush from Sonic. This is my favorite pickle-flavored item. It is actually pickle tasting, and the texture is amazing. The thing about pickle-flavored things I have the biggest problem with is the salt levels. The salt is so overwhelming usually that it almost isn't pickle flavor, or it's just dill flavor, and I personally hate dill, but love dill pickles!" —Brenna H. 

Get it from Amazon for $1.97

3. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit for anyone on their "happy accidents" beat — this itty bitty set comes with everything you need to create three tiny masterpieces of your very own. 

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The kit comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and what a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

Psst — you can snag a Bob Ross color-by-number coloring book on Amazon, too! 

Get it from Amazon for $6.80.

4. A Jellycat-inspired coffee mug so precious that you'll shed a tiny tear into your coffee every morning, overwhelmed by its cuteness. Look at those itty bitty legs and that wee happy smile!! 

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Promising review: "This mug is toooo cute! Perfect for your Sunday coffee time. The best thing it is dishwasher safe as well." —Riya Singla

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three styles). 

5. A pound of cereal marshmallows because truly I think we're all hard-pressed to think of a scenario that *doesn't* warrant having an emergency bag of these to whip out for the occasion. Pro-tip to refrigerate these babies if you want 'em extra crunchy. 

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Medley Hills Farm is an Ohio-based, family-owned small business that specializes in unique candies, snacks, and baking supplies. 

Promising review: "Buying these charms was one of the best decisions of my life. The bag is twice the size of my head. The marshmallows are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. It's everything I ever wanted in a snack." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

6. A set of cheerful Lego botanical "happy plants," aka your new favorite coworkers. How can capitalism bring you down when these two are smiling up at you all day long? All the joys of having an office plant without the shame of your coworkers being like, "Shouldn't you ... maybe ... water that??" 

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Promising review: "As an avid Lego enthusiast, I've had the pleasure of building numerous sets over the years, but this one stands out as a masterpiece. From the moment I opened the box, I was impressed by the thoughtfully organized bags and clear instructions, making the build both enjoyable and manageable. I love plants, so the attention to detail in this set had my heart!" —Jami

Get it from Amazon for $22.96

7. Dove's Coconut Milk & Sugar Lychee Body Wash so moisturizing, gentle, and decadently-scented that it will send you straight 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 $10 (available in three other scents). 

8. McCormick's Potato Topping Seasoning for anyone who's not afraid to get a little feral about their air-fried, mashed, and baked potatoes — this blend of salt, garlic, and asiago cheese is so mouthwateringly delicious that you'll be dumping it on everything from popcorn to grilled cheese to guacamole. 

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Promising review: "I literally had to run to the store and get mashed potatoes so my son could have this again versus ice cream. It’s so well done. I’m a sous chef and this is a go-to now for home cooking. Love it." —Brandon

Get it from Amazon for $4.98(available in three variations). 

9. Welly's Color-Changing Bandages that will change color in the sunlight and make you feel like you have superpowers. Parents especially love these as a fun distraction for ouchies (and honestly, who wouldn't love them for the fashion statement?). It's really just a bonus that these are some of the best quality bandages on the market — I'm talking holy grail over here. 

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Hello, I am OBSESSED with Welly's bandages. I am a runner and also a klutz, so I am always blistering and scraping and then wiggling all over the place and losing bandages in the process. But Welly's stick on me like nobody's business. They're truly waterproof — like, long hot showers and big sweaty runs levels of waterproof — and stay in excellent shape for days. Yet somehow they are very gentle to remove, too. A lot of my parent friends swear by this for their kiddos for all the same reasons (plus they're just plain adorable). 

Promising review: "I often have allergic reactions to the adhesive in bandages, but have not had any adverse reactions to these! They stay on wonderfully, and they even stayed in place without issue while showering! Oh, and the color changing in the sun is an added bonus! Wish they came in more sizes!" —Stephanie S. 

Get a set of 100 from Amazon for $17.99

10. Wikki Stix, the ultimate in mess-free, silent, distracting fidgets — you can take these little wax sticks and push them into any shape you please, and stick them on surfaces without worrying about residue or marks. Parents especially love these for when kids are waiting at restaurants or on flights! 

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Promising review: "Such a fun toy. They're easy to take to play with in a restaurant or while waiting. Very versatile. They can be made into just about anything. A fish, a bracelet, a rocket ship. They can be used many times." —Nicole Hadley 

Get it from Amazon for $5.25

11. A reviewer-beloved Choco Musk concentrated perfume rollerball that's taking the affordable perfume world by storm — this is perfect for anyone who loooooves the smell of warm vanilla, spicy amber, and musky cocoa. Bonus: it's made without alcohol, so it doesn't have that chemical smell and will effortlessly blend with other scents! 

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Promising review: "I stocked up with a six-pack of this oil because it's literally heaven. Strong projection, long-lasting, just a delicious blend of warm vanilla and sweet cocoa! I will never get tired of it. Choco Musk is already bomb by itself, but you can pair it with any gourmand scent and layer it for a deeper scent profile. I'm wrapped in a yummy scent bubble that leaves an alluring scent trail. 😍" —tima

Get two from Amazon for $6.99 (available in larger sets). 

12. A retro-style Comfort Pro rocking camp chairin a newer "Sweet Tea" color combo so darling that all of its cool features will be just an extra perk. Reviewers have loved this cult-fave, lightweight outdoor chair for years because it's super lightweight, portable, and ohhhh-so-comfortable when you're sitting for long spells during games, camping trips, or other outdoor events. Now it's cuter than it's ever been!! 

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BONUS: The drink holder is big enough for larger water bottles like Stanley Cups! 

Promising review: "I have had this brand of chair since they came out because your girl loves to rock. A camping chair that rocks?! Yes please! Now this one is wider, easy to fold, comes with a comfortable strap to carry it by, and this color combination is all my dreams come true. I have gotten so many compliments already. Highly recommend these chairs, always. Also, my daughter poured water all over it, and it dried quickly." —Allyson S. 

Get it from Amazon for $75(also available in six styles and 14 other patterns). 

13. Nyx's brand new "Smushy" Matte Lip Balm made with mochi rice powder (!!) for the ultimate subtly blended soft matte look. Reviewers love that it's buildable, moisturizing, gives their lips a ~natural~ look, and comes in delicious flavors like cherry pie and raspberry sorbet 😋.  

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Promising review: "I’ve been looking for something like this forever, and it’s finally here :). Matte like a stain, but moisturizing and just pretty. I hope they never stop making this!" —SS71 

Get it from Amazon for $8.48 (available in 12 shades).

14. A Labubu-shaped candy, chocolate, and ice moldso you can celebrate your love for these sleep demons I mean adorable companions by turning them into a little TREAT. This is also a great option for a Labubu-themed cake — it's heat-safe up to 446℉! 

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Promising review: "Legit mold. I was worried, but it really does come out pretty close to the actual Labubu! I wish it had the feet and hands, but the face is perfect!" —Jaime

Get it from Amazon for $14.99

15. Murdle, Volume 1, a true essential for anyone who relaxes to true crime podcasts or Only Murders in the Building. The book is full of 100 mystery-themed logic puzzles with four different levels of difficulty that they can do solo or with pals, and in order or out of order (although if they do it in order, they get the full scoop on Deductive Logico and Inspector Irratino, whose hilarious misadventures guide you through the book). 

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Check out a TikTok of Murdle in action. 

The best part?? Once you finish "Murdling," you can use your sleuthing skills on Volume 2, Volume 3, and a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books — PLUS a Murdle board game!! 

Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun but the characters, story lines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativeness! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes but this one will keep me busy for awhile!" —Liz Gately

Get it from Amazon for $8.71.

16. A set of espresso martini instant cocktail tea bags — all the sophistication of tea, the zing! of coffee, and the 😜 of a cheeky cocktail, without the exorbitant bar price tags.  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 cocktail in one minute. 

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

Promising review: "I was a bit skeptical when I purchased, but these are actually fantastic. The taste is great, and the bags make it incredibly easy to mix up what would otherwise be complex cocktails quickly and easily. I've had the spicy marg, espresso martini, and old-fashioned versions, and while they aren't exactly the same as the original they are wonderful for making yourself a cocktail at home. Highly recommend." —Meredith 

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

17. A ridiculously adorable ladybug light-up insect trap so you can de-bug your home *and* add some cuteness to it at the same time. The light trap is designed to catch bugs on the underside of the wings, so you won't have to look at the "ick" of them until you're ready for cleanup. 

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Promising review: "This 'ladybug' is cute. It works immediately after plugging it in. My ladybug catches flies, fruit flies, mosquitoes, moths, gnats, and more. This can be used in any room of your house and will match most decor. It has a very sticky back on its wings that catches the pests. I have to replace the wings when they are full, no mess, no pesticide smell, and it works 24/7." —S.S

Get a ladybug and six glue cards from Amazon for $14.24 (with extra wings available in a 10-pack for $11.69). 

18. Comfort Food, a "bold and easy" coloring book for teens and adults that will satisfy your sweet tooth, your salt tooth, *and* your creative streak. This cozy, nostalgic, oh-so-delicious coloring book is just the latest edition of many beloved stress-relieving coloring books from this series! 

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Promising review: "I love this coloring book! I love to color, but most adult coloring books can be so intricate and make coloring more stressful than relaxing. Great coloring book overall." —Brian Helsby

Psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon! 

Get it from Amazon for $9.99

19. 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 $20.98

20. Patchology's "Rosé Toes" moisturizing foot maskto give your dry, cracked heels some shea butter, strawberry oil-infused relief in 10 minutes flat — not unlike the glass of rosé that hits at Friday happy hour. Reviewers are genuinely impressed by how much of a difference these make in so little time! 

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Patchology is a small business that specializes in themed beauty products. 

Promising review: "Super hydrating for my feet! You can usually see when my feet are dry, but when I use this, they stay hydrated for a week after use! Love these!" —Michelle 

Get it from Amazon for$10

21. A set of Wicked-inspired glasses designed to look just like Anthropologie's icon glasses, but make it ~witchy~. It will be giving "happy hour in the Oz Dust ballroom" in the best way. 

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Promising review: "Adorable and durable glasses!! Came in great condition." —Jay 

Get a set of two from Amazon for$31.99

22. A stackable set of sheep toilet roll holders so you're never caught in a baaaaaaaa-d situation without an extra bit of TP to spare. 

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Promising review: "We are in love with these, being huge fans of Shaun the Sheep! We are so happy with this. Built very well, and they look amazing! Super fun! A great price and value!" —Flip Masters

Get it from Amazon for $17.99

23. A guided visual sloth "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’m a yoga teacher and I started using the sloth light in my classes to help guide breath work. My students love it and find it very helpful as a visual aid so I don’t need to do all the counting for them. Love this product!" —Robin

Get it from Amazon for $23.95 (available in two styles). 

24. A shaved sheep plushie that is so! darn! FLUFFY!!!! that you will not be able to resist the adorable siren call of zipping its fuzzy little "coat" on and off when your brain needs a cozy vacation. 

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Promising review: "I love him. He is so cute and so well-made. He is the perfect size and shape. I named him Banana Peel Son since his wool comes off like a banana peel. Adorable. Would recommend to everyone." —Aerebys Stare

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

25. An adorable little puppy night-lightwith a soft white glow that will make it the perfect critter for gently illuminating bedrooms and bathrooms at night. It even has eight different color modes, so you can finally live your childhood dream of having a purple dog! 

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Promising review: "So cute and they work great! The light is the perfect brightness to see, but not too bright that it’s annoying in the middle of the night. Changing the colors is easy, and I like how it goes off when there’s enough light in the room." —Jas

Get it from Amazon for $12.99. 

26. A clever bee-shaped toothpick dispenserdesigned so that the toothpicks come out of the "stinger." Everyone will simply be ~~buzzing~~ over how adorable this looks on your dinner table. 

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Promising review: "Super cute impulse buy! The 'stingers' come out easily and I get lots of compliments from dinner guests." —rgray3

Get it from Amazon for $18.99. 

27. Built's "Puff Protein Bars" that are basically chocolate-covered marshmallows that also, by some witchcraft, have 17 entire grams of protein in them?? And NO weird aftertaste. If you are also someone who is in a perpetual state of "I need protein or I will bite someone's brain off," I am telling you, nothing in this WORLD will feel better than pulling one of these out of your bag. 

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Hello, I'm a walking cliché of Woman In Her Mid-30s Who Is Very Obsessed With Protein, since it took me three decades to realize I'm in a much better mood all day if I cram it in at every opportunity. I'm very, VERY picky about the protein bars I'll eat — Barebells and Nick's are my go-tos — and these Built bars knocked it out of the park! They have a truly marshmallow-like consistency and the most ridiculously satisfying texture and chewiness. The flavors I've tried have all been spot-on, and they don't leave any kind of aftertaste. I am perpetually out and about and in need of a snack, so I have one of these in my purse at all times! 

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 10 flavors). 

28. Birdie, an indoor carbon dioxide monitor that — bless her dramatic heart — flips over and "dies" if the air quality in your home goes down, prompting you to open a window or run an air purifier so you can breathe easier. Once Birdie is happy with the air quality again, she'll pop back up! 

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Promising review: "Super easy to set up, and it works! We set ours up, and after charging it and mounting it, the bird fell down. We opened the windows, and about 10 minutes later, the bird went upright. People have commented how cool it look, going to buy as a gift for a family member as well." —M English 

Get it from Amazon for $189 (available in five styles). 

29. A set ofcowboy straw toppers to add some much-needed "yeehaw!" into your hydration regimen, and keep your straws safe from germs out here in the wild, bacterial West. 

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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

30. A set offrench fry clips that will not only secure your food bags, but rest in their own little magnetic fry pouch that sticks onto the fridge. Just further proof that there is nothing the humble potato cannot do. 

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Promising review: "These are very cute, and I love the magnet holder to stick on my fridge so they are easily accessible. Not sure about the durability, haven't used very long." —Save the Bees

Get a set of 12 clips from Amazon for $14.90

31. A small duck-themed salad bowlso there's no such thing as a Sad Lunch Desk Salad ever again — now at least you have *one* coworker who will always quack you up mid-meal. 

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Promising review: "I love this bowl for putting snacks in. It is good in the dishwasher and holds an okay amount of stuff. I love the cute face on it." —Mana McPhee

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in six other types of dishware). 

32. A little popcorn bucket vase for a fun punch of color that basically DEMANDS you go to Trader Joe's and get the most colorful mini $4 bouquet to put in it, STAT. 

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Ban.do is a US-based small business that specializes in quirky accessories, home products, and stationery. 

This vase is so quirky and ADORABLE — every time I see it in my living room, it makes my heart happy. I am on a mission to make my living room space as un-boring as possible, and this may be a small piece, but it's got a BIG personality. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun piece of decor! 

Get it from Amazon for $28.95

33. A stress-relieving mini bookshelf full of itty bitty little books you can pull out individually and reorganize to your precise liking. The world may be vast and out of control, but everything is juuuust so in your happy little library. 

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Promising review: "I didn't know what to expect from this super adorable anxiety bookshelf, but it delivered! I shake it up when I feel anxiety, even frustration, and I sort all the little books back onto the shelves anyway I want, and it is sooo satisfying! The bookshelf is super cute and well-built. It is sturdy and beautiful. The tiny books are detailed, and their covers are amazing. They aren't actual books, but they really look like they are. This is the most gratifying gift I have ever purchased for myself. Beyond satisfied!" —Elda M. Ferguson

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in three colors). 

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