Shopping on Amazon [1] is like the most epic treasure trove you can imagine. You can find anything and everything on the site. It's so expansive that it can feel overwhelming at times. Instead of feeling empowered by choice, the sheer abundance of product can make someone feel lost in the woods. That's why we're here to help. We've curated our 50 favourite things on Amazon [2], and they're all under $50. Editor favourites [3], household necessities, and essential beauty products [4] all made the list, and it's worth reading — and sharing.
If you've ever wanted a roadmap to Amazon, look no further. With a price point that's too good to resist, it's no wonder we have an urge to shop. Plus, if you're a Prime Member, all these products can be yours in just two days. So basically, what are you waiting for?
Amco Rub-a-Way Bar Stainless Steel Odour Absorber
This brilliant Amco Rub-a-Way Bar Stainless Steel Odour Absorber [6] ($7, originally $26) will get gross kitchen odours, like garlic and fish, off your hands.
Echo Dot (3rd Generation) Alexa-enabled Bluetooth Speaker
The Echo Dot (3rd Generation) Alexa-enabled Bluetooth Speaker [7] ($50) is like having your own personal assistant.
Organic Bamboo Straws
Say goodbye to plastic straws and hello to these useful, environmentally-friendly Organic Bamboo Straws [8] ($10 for 10).
Bedsure Standard Size Satin Pillowcase
Keep your skin and hair the healthiest it can be with these luxurious Bedsure Standard Size Satin Pillowcases [9] ($10).
Novogratz Constellations Removable Peel and Stick Wallpaper
This pretty Novogratz Constellations Removable Peel and Stick Wallpaper [10] ($40) couldn't be easier to apply, and it will transform any room.
Educated: A Memoir
If you read one book this year, make it Educated: A Memoir [11] ($15, originally $28) by Tara Westover. It's poignant, moving, and extremely well-written.
PurSteam Garment Steamer
Keep your clothes wrinkle-free with this PurSteam Garment Steamer [12] ($26).
Hydro Flask 18 oz Water Bottle
You'll carry this Hydro Flask 18 oz Water Bottle [13] ($30) with you everywhere you go.
Tile Mate with Replaceable Battery
With this Tile Mate with Replaceable Battery [14] ($50, originally $60 for four), you'll never lose your keys or wallet again!
StorageWorks Storage Bins
Stay organised with these pretty, useful StorageWorks Storage Bins [15] ($34).
RSVP Endurance Fruit Fly Trap
If you've stocked your house with fruit, you probably know about dreaded fruit flies. Well, this genius RSVP Endurance Fruit Fly Trap [16] ($12) is not only stylish, but also discreet: the white ceramic looks sleek, and the stainless steel cover matches other kitchen appliances. It's incredibly easy to use; you fill it with about 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar [17] and a small drop of regular dish soap, put the lid on, sit back, and watch those suckers take the bait.
Bytox Hangover Patch
The Bytox Hangover Patch [18] ($20 for five) is exactly what you need after a night out. One of our editors swears by them for preventing dreaded hangovers. Simply apply it at least 45 minutes before consuming alcohol and leave it on at least eight hours after you've stopped consuming alcohol. You should also make sure to stay hydrated while using the patch.
Maybelline Makeup Instant Age Rewind Concealer
This Maybelline Makeup Instant Age Rewind Concealer [19] ($6) is a bestseller on Amazon, and for good reason. The superconcentrated formula [20] is infused with goji berry to brighten and illuminate the under-eye area while it covers up your dark circles, and the soft, spongy applicator allows the formula to glide on smoothly.
Sleepgram Adjustable Hypoallergenic Pillow
The Sleepgram Adjustable Hypoallergenic Pillow [21] ($50) zips open and features two different-size inserts that you can remove or add, depending on what works best for you. The various inserts give you the opportunity to choose between three options: soft, medium, or firm support. So, you can choose what's best for you, depending on whether you sleep on your back, side, or stomach.
Hanes Convertible Wire Free Bra
If you have a bust on the smaller side, this Hanes Convertible Wire Free Bra [22] ($14) is an editor favourite. It has over 1,800 reviews and a 4.5-star rating, plus it offers plenty of support while feeling like you're wearing nothing.
Mario Badescu Drying Lotion
The Mario Badescu Drying Lotion [23] ($17) is a miracle in a jar. Simply dab a little bit of the pink fluid on a pimple, go to sleep, and wake up with it gone the next morning.
Automatic Pan Stirrer
This Automatic Pan Stirrer [24] ($29) is incredibly appealing. It is battery-operated, has three speeds, and is self-rotating. That means you can go do something else while it's working! This product is genius [25].
Wet & Wild Megaliner Liquid Eyeliner
This Wet & Wild Megaliner Liquid Eyeliner [26] ($6) is another editor favourite, and produces a consistently inky, beautiful black cat eye every time. Plus, it's only $6!
Hatsutec Magic Silicone Cleaning Gloves
Trade in your old sponge for these brilliant Hatsutec Magic Silicone Dishwashing Gloves [27] ($15). They're much more hygienic than a traditional sponge that collects tons of bacteria. Plus, they're a two-in-one product - what's not to love?
Halova Nappy Bag
Don't underestimate the value of pockets when searching for the perfect nappy bag [28]. This Halova Nappy Bag [29] ($36) has over 3,600 reviews on Amazon, but it's as if the brand was listening to the needs of other parents as well. Let's start with what it can hold: a LOT. There is a large main compartment that fits a surprising amount of stuff (just watch the videos of parents piling things inside), separate storage pockets, including insulated pockets, and even a wet-clothes pocket so you can keep washcloths or dirty clothing separate. There's even a clutch side pocket that can be used to dispense napkins.
P/Y/T Beauty Brow Pencil
The consistency of this P/Y/T Beauty Brow Pencil [30] ($16) is like a gel, pen, and powder all rolled into one. It glides on without looking overly done, and most importantly, it doesn't come off until you grab makeup remover. The pencil is hypoallergenic and paraben-, paraffin-, and cruelty-free.
Nick Chavez Beverly Hills Professional Velvet Mesquite Serum
The Nick Chavez Beverly Hills Professional Velvet Mesquite Serum [31] ($65) is a game changing product. It tames frizz while maintaining shine, it smells great, and it can be used whether or not you're heat styling your hair.
Stasher Reusable Silicone Food Bags
Go plastic free this year with these Stasher Reusable Silicone Food Bags [32] ($12). They come in tons of colours and are great for cooking.
Premium 2-in-1 Car Cup Warmer Cooler Smart Car Cup Holder
This Premium 2-in-1 Car Cup Warmer Cooler Smart Car Cup Holder [33] ($43) is a genius invention.
Herb Saver Best Keeper for Freshest Produce
Make sure your herbs stay as fresh as possible by storing them in this Herb Saver Best Keeper [34] ($8). Simply refill it with water every three to five days and the herbs will last longer.
TruSkin Naturals Vitamin C Serum
This TruSkin Naturals Vitamin C Serum [35] ($20) is a bestseller. According to the brand, the serum is "proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines while helping boost collagen, fade sun and age spots, improve skin firming, brightening, and tone for a smoother, fresher, more revitalized youthful complexion." I know it sounds too good to be true, but it actually works.
JDDZ Resistance Training Straps
Like a TRX, these JDDZ Resistance Training Straps [36] ($47) are just what you need for upper body, leg, and core exercises like deltoid flies [37], pistol squats [38], and pikes [39]. They'll take bodyweight exercises up a notch. Plus, these come with rubber booty bands (because you can never have too many booty bands!).
LuminAid Solar Inflatable Lantern
Let this LuminAid Solar Inflatable Lantern [40] ($25) soak up the sun in the day, so you can use its light by night.
Fire TV Stick 4K With All-New Alexa Voice Remote
Plug this Fire TV Stick 4K With All-New Alexa Voice Remote [41] ($50) into any TV set and watch all your favourite shows. It's that easy!
Smart Power Strip, Wifi Surge Protector
Control all the plugs in your home, even when you're not there, with this Smart Power Strip, Wifi Surge Protector [42] ($27). You can sync lights, devices, and more to a timer or manually turn them on or off from your smartphone.
Aukiss Wireless Charger Car Mount
Go wireless with this useful Aukiss Wireless Charger Car Mount [43] ($32).
Drop Stop The Original Patented Car Seat Gap Filler
This helpful Drop Stop The Original Patented Car Seat Gap Filler [44] ($20) will help you from losing your phone down the side of your car seat.
Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds
Go wire-free in 2019 with these Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds [45] ($48).
Yes4All Adjustable Dumbbells
Dumbbells are essential for moves like bicep curls, shoulder presses [46], and more. Add weights to squats and deadlifts to build strength. These Yes4All Adjustable Dumbbells [47] ($45) weigh 40 pounds total and come with four five-pound and four three-pound plates, and you can take off plates as needed to adjust the weight of each dumbbell. Check out this arm and ab dumbbell workout [48] to start.
Original Blackout Pleated Paper Shades
Keep the sun from heating up a room with these Original Blackout Pleated Paper Shades [49] ($29, originally $35).
Bali Shapewear Lace 'N Smooth Body Briefer
This Bali Shapewear Lace 'N Smooth Body Briefer [50] ($27) is an editor favourite [51].
Baebody Eye Gel
Almost 10,000 people have reviewed this Baebody Eye Gel [52] ($24, originally $40) and 67 percent of them give it five stars. The ingredients include hyaluronic acid, which hydrates and plumps skin; Matrixyl 3000, which firms skin; and plant stem cells to strengthen and protect against damage.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9
Everyone's going to want one of these Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 [53] ($50, originally $69) cameras. They're such a throwback way to capture images!
Sumpus QI 2-in-1 Wireless Charging & Power Bank
Stay charged no matter where you go with this Sumpus QI 2-in-1 Wireless Charging & Power Bank [54] ($33).
The Wand by PureWine
How genius is this The Wand by PureWine [55] ($25, originally $30) gadget? Simply drop this wand into your glass, and it filters out sulfates, so you won't wake up with a wine headache.
Anzone Pet Portable Carrier Space Capsule Backpack
Take your indoor cat on awesome adventures in this Anzone Pet Portable Carrier Space Capsule Backpack [56] ($20, originally $46).
Auxiwa Clip on Selfie Ring Light
If you prefer to snap selfies on your phone, this Auxiwa Clip on Selfie Ring Light [57] ($14, originally $20) will take them to the next level.
Eparé Pocket Wine Aerator — Travel Decanter For a Glass Pour
If you've ever gotten stuck with a bad glass of wine at a restaurant, you'll be happy to have this Eparé Pocket Wine Aerator — Travel Decanter For a Glass Pour [58] ($20).
Digital Kitchen Food Scale and Measuring Cup
You'll never misread a measurement again with this handy Digital Kitchen Food Scale and Measuring Cup [59] ($40).
Samsung Gear VR
Join the virtual reality world with Samsung Gear VR [60] ($40). Insert a Samsung phone and start playing video games or watching movies — all, of course, in a virtual reality experience.
Rocketbook Everlast Reusable Smart Notebook
This Rocketbook Everlast Reusable Smart Notebook [61] ($30) contains only 36 pages, but they can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, and can also be exported to Slack, email, Google Drive — you name it.
Vansky Motion Activated Bed Light
This clever Vansky Motion Activated Bed Light [62] ($18) will turn on when you get up at night.
Glamfields Straightening Brush 2.0
This Glamfields Straightening Brush 2.0 [63] ($41) includes a fast-heating ceramic plate and a digital display so you can see the temperature. The design features a swivel cord so you'll never get tangled while you're using it. Just make sure to use it on dry hair — it's not intended to act as a blow dryer. All you have to do is comb it through your hair for transformative results. People love that the brush saves them time and gets their hair looking silky and straight.
L'Oréal Paris Makeup Lash Paradise Mascara
Of all the affordable options, L'Oréal Paris Makeup Lash Paradise Mascara [64] ($6) is an editor favourite. It lengthens and thickens for a falsie-like effect in just two coats.
WdtPro Wine Liquor Bottle Lock
Keep your favourite bottles on lock with this fun WdtPro Wine Liquor Bottle Lock [65] ($3).