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23 Insanely Clever Items Most Added To Amazon Wish Lists
Everyone has their favorite ways to wind down. Me? After a particularly rough day, I like to pour a glass of wine and stalk people's online shopping carts. Sounds bizarre, but you'd be shocked how many insanely clever items on Amazon wish lists that you'll want to order right away.
Not only does Amazon have an impressive selection, but it has innovative and intriguing ways to navigate said selection. Case in point: Amazon's Most Wished For page. When an Amazon user stumbles across an awesome find and wants to bookmark it for later, they add it to their wish list. Amazon then tallies up the most popular picks and separates them into categories that get updated daily. In other words, whether you're looking for housewares, beauty products, gadgets, or cleaning solutions, you can see which items people have their eyes on, so they can swoop in and purchase it the second they get their paychecks.
That being said, there's a lot of sifting-through to be done. Yeah, there's a ton of innovative inventions that you never knew existed, but there's also a lot of people who wish for things like phone chargers and toothbrush head replacements. Consequently, I went through and did a bit of the heavy lifting for you; here are some of the most clever wish-listed items on Amazon.
2. This Pillow That Twists And Wraps For Your Comfort
Huzi Infinity Pillow, $39, Amazon
Durable, soft, and made from bamboo rayon, the Huzi Infinity pillow bends and wraps any which way to support your head and neck in any position. Use it to nap at your desk or rest on a plane, and because it's hypoallergenic and machine washable, reviewers love the convenience: "This has become my all the time pillow. I never go to bed without it!"
3. This Adorable Steam-Powered Microwave Cleaner
Eruption Disruption Microwave Cleaner, $13, Amazon
Fill the adorable Eruption Disruption microwave cleaner with water and vinegar, turn on the microwave for five minutes, and watch as the grime and splatters melt away. It creates a steam that loosens up dried on food and stains, meaning that you can just wipe it clean with a rag for a microwave that looks like new.
4. The Silicone Brush That Gets Rid Of All Your Makeup
Quimat Facial Cleansing Brush and Face Massager, $18, Amazon
This facial cleansing brush is made out of medical grade silicone to get rid of every last bit of makeup on your face when combined with your favorite face wash — all while it removes dead skin cells and unclogs pores. It's pretty gentle, so it's good for sensitive skin, and it only needs to be charged via USB once a month.
5. This Putty That Hardens Into A Convenient Glue
Sugru Moldable Glue, $20, Amazon
Because it has so many uses, Sugru moldable glue is on so many lists. The eight different colors start out as a putty that dry into a waterproof and UV-resistant glue. That means you can fix broken housewares, mold your own hooks, reinforce your wires, and make the house a little safer.
6. This Innovative Stand That's Perfect For Your Tacos
Elltera Metal Taco Holder Stand, $16 (2 Pack), Amazon
These dishwasher-safe taco holders are not only great for a fancy food presentation, but they make eating loads of tacos at the same time much easier to do. And because they're made from stainless steel, they can be put on the grill for easy kebabs and flatbreads, too. This set also comes with a sauce cup for all your salsa or sour cream needs.
7. A Diffuser, Humidifier, Speaker, Alarm, And Night Light In One
ArtNaturals Essential Oil Diffuser And Bluetooth Alarm, $35, Amazon
The ArtNaturals diffuser combines so many awesome features into one —yes, it disperses your favorite essential oils along with a humidifying mist, but it also doubles as an alarm clock, Bluetooth speaker, and night light. "The sound quality of the speaker is great and the mist is very strong," says one reviewer. "Love it!"
8. The Hanging Toiletry Bag That Makes Packing Easier
Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag, $13, Amazon
This toiletry bag come with a hook, perfect for placing on a towel rack in a hotel. It has eight pockets and four elastic straps, perfect for securing shampoo bottles or shaving cream while you're on a bumpy flight. You'll never get any conditioner on your luggage again — this has a protective foam layer to prevent leaks.
9. This Gentle Teeth Whitener That's On Everyone's List
ToothBrite Natural Teeth Whitening Charcoal Powder, $22, Amazon
Whiten your teeth without harsh chemicals with ToothBrite natural teeth whitening powder. It's on everyone's wish lists because it uses a safe and gentle mixture of activated charcoal and coconut oil to soak up stains and odors from your teeth. "My teeth are AWFULLY stained from smoking for 11 years," says one reviewer. "I honestly can't believe how much this charcoal has helped."
10. Five Lenses In One To Seriously Upgrade Your Phone Camera
ClipityPix 5 in 1 Cell Phone Camera Lens Kit, $20, Amazon
Upgrade your smartphone's camera with the ClipityPix cell phone lens kit. It clips on without damaging anything, and it comes with a fisheye, wide, macro, telescope, and CPL that you can switch out depending on the picture. It also comes with a free case and cleaning cloth.
11. This Hair Diffuser That's Perfect For Curly Hair
xtava Black Orchid Large Hair Diffuser, $15, Amazon
This large hair diffuser is made for curly or wavy hair — just attach it to any blowdryer and it'll dry even the longest and thickest hair in no time. It's 360 degree airflow provides major volume without frizz, and since there's no direct heat on your hair, there's way less damage.
12. This Jar Opener Set Lets You Open Any Bottle
Premium Jar Opener Set, $11, Amazon
Even the household's designated jar opener (my dad) gets stumped sometimes. With this premium jar opener set, you have a total of 14 different functions that can expertly open cans, jams, bottles, and any size jar. Reviewers say they're extremely durable, and require "very little effort to open the most difficult jars."
13. The Brush That Straightens Your Hair In Half The Time
AsaVea Hair Straightener Brush, $55, Amazon
Because it delivers ceramic-conducted heat in between strands, the AsaVea hair straightener brush is the easiest and fastest way to get straight, frizz-free style. It also has a ton of great features, like an LED display that goes from 330 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, an anti-scald design, an auto shut off, and a one minute heat up time.
14. A Portable Espresso Machine That Works Without Electricity
Litchi Portable Espresso Machine, $45, Amazon
Make delicious, smooth espresso on a riverside mountaintop (like the photo suggests) with the Litchi portable espresso machine. Instead of batteries or electricity, it uses a hand-pump design. All you need is hot water and ground coffee, and it's great for travelers, coffee addicts, and late-night workers.
15. The Handles That Let You Carry All Your Bags At Once
Mighty Handle, $10 (2 Pack), Amazon
The Mighty Handle is an ergonomic grip that distributes weight evenly, making your trips home from the grocery store a lot more manageable, without the added irritation of one of those tiny travel carts. And because they distribute weight, if you trip or hit a speed bump on the way home, you'll be less likely to smoosh your produce or break your eggs.
16. This Sleek Velcro Pocket That Organizes Your Car
Otrekia Car Pocket Organizer, $13, Amazon
The Otrekia car pocket organizer is a simple yet genius invention that's on everyone's wish list. It attaches to any area of your car using residue-free Velcro, and it ensures that your phone, coins, wallet, keys, and important paperwork are always within arm's reach.
17. The Odd Makeup Sponge That Blends Incredibly
Clear Beauty Makeup Sponge, $8, Amazon
While a regular beauty blender absorbs excess makeup as well as germs, this Clear Beauty makeup sponge is made from BPA-free medical grade silicone. That means it washes clean, expertly blends your makeup without wasting it, and is flexible, durable, and gives you an air-brushed finish that lasts all day.
18. The String Lights That Sync To Your Phone
Bright Tunes Decorative String Lights, $25, Amazon
Not only do these Bright Tunes decorative string lights come in a whole bunch of designs (like flamingo, bulb light, and rattan globes), but they sync up to your phone to play all your favorite music. Each strand has clear speakers throughout, so from bedrooms to Christmas trees, your space just got a whole lot more festive.
19. These Fingerless Gloves That Moisturize Your Hands
Queentools Moisturizing Gloves, $10, Amazon
Lined with a gel-infused material that releases oils and Vitamin E, these Queentools gloves are a no-hassle way to keep your hands soft and moisturized. Stretchable cotton fits any size, and they have finger cut-outs so you can use them while you're working or texting.
20. This Botanically-Created Serum That Helps Your Lashes And Brows Grow
Hairgenics Lavish Lash, $30, Amazon
Made with hypoallergenic, gentle, and dermatologist-tested ingredients, Hairgenics Lavish Lash is a serum that helps you grow and thicken your lashes and eyebrows. "This stuff is awesome!" says one reviewer. "It works incredibly well. I've been using for just one month and my eyelashes are already so much longer. I'll definitely keep ordering. I love love love."
21. The Aerator That Makes Wine Taste Better
Vinluxe PRO Wine Aerator, $19, Amazon
This aerator makes cheaper wine taste expensive — and not just because it aerates, but because it diffuses, pours, and decants it, too. Just attach it to the top of any bottle and you'll taste the difference immediately. One reviewer says: "poured a full glass through the aerator. What a complete, immediate difference it makes...opening up the wine, smoothing the dryness, so I could truly appreciate the layers of flavor. A great product at a great price, delivered boxed as shown with a travel bag, and small support to hold it upright, and catch wine drips."
22. The Automatic Pet Feeder That Keeps An Eye On Your Pets
Feed and Go Automatic Pet Feeder, $199, Amazon
The Feed and Go automatic pet feeder works through Wifi so you can control your pet's eating schedule on your phone. It takes wet and dry food, medication, and treats in six compartments, and it has a built-in webcam so you can see your pet from any device. You can put it on a timer, or control it yourself. Reviewers say it's changed their lives for the better, especially if their pet is on a strict feeding schedule.
23. Recharge This Adorable Light And Bring It Anywhere
iEGrow Flexible USB Touch Lamp, $12, Amazon
Because it's rechargeable and powered by USB, the iEGrow lamp gives you cute, eye-friendly light anywhere you need it. The neck swivels any which way, you can adjust the brightness, and the base doubles as a pen holder. That makes it awesome for bedside reading, crafting, or giving your desk a bit more illumination.
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