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30 Genius Products Editors Are Really Into Right Now
If you think about it, how do you find out what the hot new things are these days? I personally love look online, on blogs, and in magazines, and the people making the decisions about what to feature are typically the editors. Are you wondering which genius products editors love right now? To hear all the latest buzz-worthy picks, I reached out to editors who head up verticals around beauty, fashion, tech, and commerce editors to find the best products that they're obsessed with right now.
The greatest part about the answers I received: all of them are completely different, so there's a big range to choose from. It's cool to hear about the new things that people are loving and there be a variety. Some editors spoke about cool tech items, like their new computers or pocket printers, while others spoke about the beauty items that they just can't get enough of, like deliciously-flavored Chapstick and super hydrating face masks. Some even spoke about home items that have made their apartments way more cozy.
There is something for everyone on this list of items that editors are loving right now. Buy it for yourself or as a gift for someone else. Either way, you won't be disappointed.
Headphones That Wont Fall Out While You're Working Out
Yurbuds Inspire Sport Earphones, $28, Amazon
Finally, a pair of headphones that don't fly out of your ear while you're working out. "I am a hot mess when I work out, and even though every other pair of headphones I've had slips out out of my ears in the middle of a run, theirs stay in no matter what," Lord told me.
A Computer That Makes Life Easier
Apple MacBook Air, $979 - $1,179, Amazon
Rosemary Donahue is the Buzz Editor over at Brit + Co, a site for folks who love to read about the latest trends while also getting inspiration for their creative sides.
"As an editor and writer, it's essential to have something that works quickly, and my old computer wasn't keeping up," Donahue told me. The MacBook Air is great because it features seven hours of battery life and is super lightweight, which makes life (and carrying it around) way easier.
Make A Great Cup Of Coffee At Home
Hario Buono Pouring Kettle, $38, Amazon
When you work at home, you need a good coffee maker or kettle. "I make coffee at home mostly, as I work remotely, and this one was recommended to me by a barista friend," said Donahue. This one is directly used for drip coffee.
...And A Coffee Dripper For A Fresh Cup
Hario V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper, $21, Amazon
Donahue uses this dripper to make single-cup pour overs. Drippers are great because you can control the flow, timing, and temperature of the water so you get a perfectly brewed cup of coffee every time. Plus, you can get it in several different colors.
Remove Makeup With A Cleansing Oil
Julep Love Your Bare Face Age-Defying Cleansing Oil, $28, Amazon
This cleansing oil is really lightweight and melts makeup off your face in seconds. It's made with grape seed oil, olive oil, and power cell complex to leave skin super hydrated, Donahue says her complexion has gotten so much better since she started using it.
Google Things Without Your Phone Or Laptop
Google Home, $129, Best Buy
Candace Bryan is Weekend Editor at Complex, a site that brings you the latest in music, style entertainment, and sneakers.
"I love that I can Google things without having to pull up my phone or laptop to find the answer, and not having to connect my phone or computer to external speakers every time I play music is a game changer," Bryan told me. Google Home is compatible with both Android and iOS operating systems, and you can control smart devices like Chromecast or Nest.
Help Your Skin Stay Moisturized With A Humidifier
Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier, $50, Amazon
Bryan told me that during the winter, the radiator in her bedroom can sometimes cause her skin to dry out — a common problem during the cold weather months. A humidifier helps keep moisture in the room, which helps her avoid dry skin. "One tankful of water lasts through the night, and it makes no noise. I also appreciate, in addition to function, its cute water droplet shape," she said.
Get Rid Of Those Annoying Blackheads
SKINMISO Pore Beauty Nose Pack, $17, Amazon
Kara McGrath is the Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor at Bustle.
Getting rid of blackheads can be a pain if not done correctly. This kit has everything you need to make that easier. "It's two masks, plus a serum that make squeezing blackheads out of your nose so easy. It's sorta gross, but wicked satisfying," McGrath told me.
Use This To Dry Your Hair Even Faster
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, $399, Best Buy
Olivia Muenter is a Fashion & Beauty Editor at Bustle.
Muenter told me, "This thing is seriously worth every penny, and more. It's unlike any other blowdryer I've ever tried and it takes me less than 3 minutes every morning to dry 70 percent of my hair and be out the door. I would recommend it to anyone and everyone who doesn't ever want to have to buy another blowdryer again." It might be expensive, but think about how many hair dryers you've been through at this point in your life, and think about how many you'll have to buy in the future.
Get Flawless Skin By Friday Via Five Sheet Masks
FLAWLESS BY FRIDAY Five Day Detox Facial System, $45, Lord & Taylor
Use these masks for five days. Each one has a different purpose: Moisturize, tone, reduce wrinkles, tighten skin, and get flawless skin. "Best masks I've tried! Love every one of them, and really soothes and relaxes the skin," Muenter told me.
Moisturize Your Lips With ChapStick That Tastes Like Cake
ChapStick Limited Edition Cake Batter (Pack of Three), $8, Amazon
Is there anything that tastes or smells better than cake? "I will never get enough of these. Have been my favorite forever, and will probably continue being my favorite for a long time," said Muenter.
Exfoliate Skin With A Gentle Toner
SON&PARK Beauty Water, $26, Amazon
Amanda Richards is the Associate Fashion & Beauty Editor at Bustle.
This is "a cleansing toner with mild exfoliation, and using it creates the ultimate clean base for the next step (or steps) of your skin care routine," Richards told me. It's made with ingredients like willow bark and papaya extract to help brighten your complexion. Lavender water, rose water, and orange fruit extract add hydration to skin.
Get Smooth Skin With A Pumpkin Face Mask
Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme, $33, Amazon
Richards loves this face mask so much because it smoothes and resurfaces your face, which means glowing skin. Plus, it smells amazing. The mask also protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays and reduces the appearance of fine lines.
Clear Up Your Complexion With A Face Oil
Sunday Riley U.F.O Ultra-Clarifying Face Oil, $80, Sephora
"This is a clarifying face oil that has salicylic acid — normally, salicylic acid is an active ingredient that does virtually nothing for my skin, but in this instance, the combination of this acid and the tea tree oil and black cumin seed oil work together and make my blackheads and comedones clear up super fast," said Richards. You'll be left with brighter, clearer skin and the oil wont leave a greasy residue after you apply it.
Say Goodbye To Dead Skin With This Cult Favorite
Dr.G Brightening Peel Gel, $18, Amazon
When it comes to skincare, it's always better when you can see the results instantly. Richards told me that this fan favorite "literally sloughs off the dead skin on your face when you use it." She said it's a mild chemical peel that works better than anything that she's ever used. Seeing "the results actually come off in your hands is oddly satisfying."
The Coffee Maker That Should Be On Everyone's Wishlist
Verismo V Brewer, $99, Starbucks
Kathryn Kattalia is the Senior Lifestyle Editor at Bustle.
She said, "I don't own one of these yet, but I am definitely asking for one for the holidays. It makes both brewed coffee and espresso shots which is perfect because I'm a coffee junkie, and also it just looks super snazzy." You can use several different Verismo pods, which come in a variety of roasts, with the coffeemaker. And a cup is ready to brew in 15 seconds, which means you don't have to wait too long.
Have Fizzier And Fresher Beer At Home
Fizzics Revolutionary Beer System, $170, Target
Use this at home to improve the taste of store bought beers. "You pop in store-bought cans or bottles of beer, and then it uses some kind of carbonation technology to make it taste much richer, full-bodied, and like something you'd actually find in a brewery," Kattalia told me. The system is incredibly lightweight and runs on batteries so you can take it anywhere with you.
Print Your Photos On The Go
HP Sprocket Photo Printer, $130, Best Buy
Share memories with friends instantly with this photo printer. You can print up to 30 photos before you have to recharge it, so you can take it anywhere with you and create memories instantly. Kattalia said "I have sticky photo paper that I like to use. I kind of feel like I'm in middle school again."
These Wine Glasses Are So Perfect For Cat Lovers
Meow Stemless Wine Glass Set, $16, Urban Outfitters
Get this set of two stemless wine glasses for your apartment. They are printed with a cat face and whiskers on one side and "meow" on the other. "These are cat print stemless wine glasses and I want them. The end," Kattalia told me.
Check The Weather Without Opening Your Phone
Amazon Echo, $180, Amazon
Elly Ayres is the Associate Commerce Editor at Bustle.
The Echo basically gives you your own personal assistant named, Alexa. "Being able to check the weather without opening my phone, or request that Alexa (Amazon Echo's virtual personality) play whatever my song-of-the-week is always sets my mornings off on the right foot," said Ayres. She can also report traffic and answer questions, all hands-free.
The Coolest Grown-Up Temporary Tattoos
Tattly Temporary Tattoos, $15, Amazon
These totally safe and nontoxic tattoos are the grown-up temporary tattoo you've been dreaming of with none of the commitment (or pain) of a real one. "Tattly makes some of the best temporary tattoos I've ever used, and I love pairing them with looks the way you would a bracelet or ring stack. The 'Lovely' set in particular, which was designed by Rifle Paper Co. (my favorite stationery company), is perfect for layering your own sleeve," Ayres said.
A Battery Pack Phone Case
Mophie Juice Pack Air Battery Power Pack Case For iPhone, $35, Amazon
Ayres told me, "Nothing drains your phone quite like searching for a WiFi signal in New York City. Whether I'm scrolling through social feeds or streaming a playlist on Spotify, my Mophie phone case ensures I don't have to be so precious with my phone usage." And I totally agree with her. A battery pack is an essential that everyone can benefit from. Plus, these cases come in lots of cute colors like gold, pink, black, white, and blue.
Print Polaroids From Your Phone
Fujifilm Instax Share Smartphone Printer SP-1, $156, Amazon
Easily print photos on Instax film from your smartphone or tablet over Wi-Fi. Instead of carrying around a phone and a camera, you can just print your photos when you get home. "While I'd love to be the kind of person who has an actual Polaroid camera up their sleeve — having one less gadget to carry around all day is a win in my book," said Ayres.
A Wristlet That Can Keep Your Phone Charged
Mighty Purse Wristlet, $100, Amazon
Sam Escobar is the Senior Commerce Editor at Bustle.
"This is one of those products that you never knew you needed, but then you get it and it genuinely makes your life easier. You don't have to lug around your charger all the time since it's literally in your bag at all times, because it is your bag," Escobar told me. The cute and functional bag comes in 42 different colors, and it's made out of genuine leather.
A Personal Helper And A Speaker
Amazon Tap, $130, Amazon
The commerce team at Bustle is totally on the same page, with each picking smart speakers as one of their favorite products. This crisp and powerful speaker does more than just play music. "I never thought I'd want one of those 'personal helper' type of devices (I literally never even use Siri except to ask the temperature), but I use my Amazon Tap every single day. I wake up, have it tell me the news and the weather, use it as a speaker for podcasts or music I listen to during the day, and then before I go to bed, I put on my sleepy time playlist," said Escobar.
Create Seltzer Water At Home
SodaStream, $67, Amazon
Create seltzer water at home with a SodaStream. You can drink the carbonated water plain or you can add naturally flavored mixes to it. Escobar loves it, "I try to drink tap water whenever possible to avoid drinking bottled water, but you can't do that with seltzer so I've bought countless cans and bottles of it, but I always feel super guilty about it. But both my best friend and my roommate have SodaStreams, and I've discovered how seriously amazing this device is."
Put Hair Up Without Worrying About A Crease
invisibobble ORIGINAL, $8, Sephora
These super gentle hair ties are genius. Their smooth and spiral shape won't leave a crease in hair if you decide to take your ponytail down. If you sleep with your hair up, you won't have to worry about pulling, or headaches. "I don't think I could possibly go back to normal hair ties," said Escobar.
An Adorable Holiday Dress In A Unique Color
Lotus Dress, $198, Reformation
Erin Mayer is the Associate Fashion & Beauty Editor at Bustle.
Mayer told me, "everyone needs a long-sleeved holiday dress, right? I love the quality of Reformation's clothing, and this is just a really special piece." She's so right. This dress is stunning and the perfect option for holiday festivities.
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