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31 Innovative AF Products Most Added To Amazon Wish Lists
It's always nice to add some innovation into your life. When an inventive new product can make a common task a million times easier or add some new technology into your life, it'll change it for the better. And you can get plenty of those genius products on Amazon.
If you're ever curious about what inventive new things are coming out, check out Amazon's Most Wished For page. It's a list of products that are most often put onto wish lists or registries, which means it's not just about what sells the best — it's full of some of the most interesting gadgets people are excited to try. (Pro tip: bookmark this page for holiday shopping season and it will seriously up your gift-giving game.)
Now, you probably don't have time to click through every category of Amazon's gargantuan selection. But shopping online is literally my job, so I did a little digging and found some of the most genius items on Amazon that are about to become huge. Whether it's a pack of chewable coffee cubes or a portable, plug-less, smoothie maker, you'll find these fascinating new items might need to skip the wish list and go straight to your cart.
2. A Reusable Sandwich Bag With No Plastic
Stasher Reusable Silicone Food Bag, $12, Amazon
Reduce your waste with this silicone sandwich bag. You can seal it just like a zip top bag, but it's washable and reusable. Of course, you can use it for any food, not just sandwiches, and you won't have to worry about plastic particles leaking into your lunch. There's no petroleum, PVC, or latex, and it's safe to use in the fridge, oven, and even a sous-vide machine.
3. The Curlers That Style Your Hair In Your Sleep
The Sleep Styler Heat-Free Hair Curlers, $31 (8 Rollers), Amazon
I hate doing my hair in the morning. It always takes forever and I end up giving up and leaving half of my hair uncurled. To save that annoyance, try these heat-free curlers. Just roll your hair in these soft sponges and wake up to perfect waves. It takes less about five minutes to set and less than five to style, making your mornings a million times easier.
4. An Organic Soap That Gently Cleans Your Skin
SAPO Bamboo Charcoal Soap Bar, $13, Amazon
This natural bar soap manages to exfoliate while still having a gentle touch. It's made with activated charcoal which gives you a deep clean without scrubbing. If you have acne, psoriasis, or eczema, this soap will really help. Even if you have sensitive skin, this soap will keep you clean without any irritation.
5. A Book That Teaches You How To Not Give A F*ck
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, $15, Amazon
If you want to change your way of thinking, but aren't usually into self help writing, this book is a great option. Mark Manson is a notable blogger who gives realistic advice to live a better life with no BS. You won't get a lot of paragraphs about positivity and loving yourself, but you'll find out the best way to stop giving a f*ck.
6. A Super Simple Organizer To Keep All Your Electronics In Place
MUNTO Travel Electronics Elastic Organizer Board Management Bag, $10, Amazon
I’ve spent an embarrassing amount of money on replacement chargers because I left the originals in hotels across the country. Instead of carrying a mound of cords, try this organizer board. This pad is covered in elastic bands that keep a strong hold on all your devices. There’s a pocket on the back for even more storage, so you can finally keep everything in one place as you travel or for everyday use.
7. A Planner To Help You Reach Your Goals
The Path Planner: Daily Activity Planner to Achieve Any Goal, $17, Amazon
If you’d like a little help being more productive or reaching your goals, try out this planner. It’s a daily activity tracker that helps you manage your activities, organize your life, and reach your goals. With space for short term, long term, and life goals, you’ll be able to streamline your success. Plus, it comes with beautiful mandalas you can color to soothe stress and an extra mini-planner for daily to-do lists.
8. A Towel That Will Cool Your Body Down
Mission Enduracool Techknit Cooling Towel, $14, Amazon
This instant cooling towel — when wet — cools to 30 degrees below body temperature, and will make you feel like you're in front of a fan when you're at the beach or working out. It'll last for two hours before you need to re-wet it, and it's also chemical-free and protects you from UV rays.
9. A Super Chiller That Cools Coffee Fast
HyperChiller Iced Coffee Maker, $30, Amazon
Hot days and hot coffee are a terrible mix. But you'll never have to worry about that with this HyperChiller. It chills coffee by 130 degrees in 60 seconds without any ice to water your coffee down. You'll have cold brew (or cold wine, whiskey, or tea) in no time at all.
10. This Strong Stand That Holds Your Electronics
Walkas Tablet/Cell Phone Stand with Suction Cup Base, $25, Amazon
Ever tried reading a recipe from a tablet while you cook? Usually, you wind up with a tablet topped with spaghetti sauce, but this stand solves that problem. You can put the stand anywhere and the strong, suction cup base will keep it in place. Whether you need to prop up your phone or tablet, this adjustable stand will keep your device at eye level and won’t budge.
11. A Coffee That Helps You Focus Without Jitters
Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee, $11, Amazon
Coffee can be great, but it can also make you jittery, hurt your stomach and often ends in a crash. Instead, try this mushroom mix. It doesn't have any portobellos — instead, it's got wild harvested chaga that gives you natural energy and improves focus. Plus, each pack has 40 mg of caffeine, so you'll definitely feel awake.
12. A Container That Keeps Your Produce Fresh
Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Saver, $27 (3 Piece Set), Amazon
I'm queen of letting my vegetables go bad in the fridge, but these containers have saved my food on many occasions. Store any fresh produce inside and it'll stay fresh 80 percent longer. The vents regulate the flow of oxygen and carbon dioxide to provide the perfect environment for your produce. This really works and will save you a lot of money since your groceries won't go to waste.
13. The Nail Clippers You Can Use At Any Angle
EZ Grip 360 Degree Rotary Stainless Steel Finger and Toenail Clipper, $10, Amazon
I always end up having one toe that’s super janky because I can never cut it at quite the right angle. That’s no problem at all with these clippers. The unique design allows the clippers to rotate so you can get a sharp cut at any angle, whether it’s your fingers or your toes. The handles are wide and easy to grip making nail clipping even easier.
14. A Shower You Can Keep In Your Pocket
ShowerPill Athletic Body Wipes, $10 (10 Pack), Amazon
Sometimes, you want to a shower on the go. Maybe your gym’s locker room is less than clean or you just got stuck in the subway for hours, but there are times you want some freshness throughout the day. Thankfully, you can use this body wipe. It works like a strong washcloth and includes a formula that promises to kill 99.99 percent of germs. The individually wrapped wipe gets you clean fast, dries almost immediately, and doesn’t leave any residue or scent.
15. A Book That Sends Your Notes To The Cloud
Rocketbook Wave Smart Notebook, $26, Amazon
It's not always convenient to use your laptop for note taking, sometimes you have to bust out the old pen and paper. Luckily, this smart notebook can send all your writing to your phone or computer via the cloud. Then, when you run out of space, just microwave the notebook and it's ready to be used again!
16. A Complete Meal In A Bottle
Soylent Meal Replacement Drink, $32 (Pack of 12), Amazon
This isn't some smoothie that tastes good but offers no nutrition — Soylent really does have all the nutrients you need for a meal in one bottle. Each bottle has 400 calories and 20 percent of all your nutritional for the day. It has no animal products, but contains soy for extra protein and beets for slow-burning carbs. You can put it in a smoothie, and it comes in three flavors — but reviewers say the original flavor tastes like unsweetened horchata.
17. A Silicone Loofah That Feels Amazing
Silicone Bath And Shower Loofah Brush, $8, Amazon
If you’re over throwing out your loofah every month because of germs and mold, try this bath and shower brush. The soft, silicone brush has one side with an array of soft bristles you can use anywhere while the other side provides great exfoliation. Using this brush can increase circulation and feels like a mini-massage every time you shower. Best of all, it’s way more hygienic than a loofah and stays clean and germ-free for months on end.
18. A Stool To Make Stools Easier
Squatty Potty, $25, Amazon
Unfortunately, we’ve all been pooping the hard way all our lives. Thankfully, Squatty Potty found a way to change the angle of our toilet sitting and that makes number two much easier. It’ll fit on any standard commode and requires no installation. One user wrote: “I dont know what to do with all the extra time I save now that I poop faster. I think I may take up cross-stitching.”
19. A Tiny Coffee Chew For A Ton Of Energy
GO CUBES Energy Cubes, $37 (Pack of 20), Amazon
Hey, everybody needs a quick pick me up from time to time and downing a whole latte just won't cut it. Instead, try these coffee chews. Each packet contains 50 mg of caffeine, which is the equivalent of two cups of coffee. You can stick these chews in your pocket or purse for when you need that little burst of energy.
20. A Genius Outlet With A Nightlight
SnapPower Guidelight, $10, Amazon
Even adults can use a nightlight sometimes — and this outlet coverplate has LED lights at the bottom, so you get a little extra light without having to take up a single outlet. It’s insanely easy to install and the LEDs last for up to 25 years!
21. A Massager That Gets Rid Of Under Eye Circles
TOUCHBeauty Sonic Vibration Eye Massager, $20, Amazon
I’ve had dark circles under my eyes since I was a kid, and this massager could have been a life-changer if I had found it earlier. It reduces puffiness from lack of sleep, dark circles, and it soothes the eyes as well. It uses a warm temperature and sonic vibration to encourage circulation and give you a revitalized look. Use it with an eye cream for the best results.
22. These Dish Towels That Are Odor Resistant
No Odor All Purpose Dish Cloth, $15 (3 Pack), Amazon
A recent study in Scientific Reports found that it doesn’t matter how much you clean your sponges — they’re still full of germs. So skip sponges entirely and get these odor-resistant dish towels instead. Unlike sponges, these towels aren’t absorbent, so there’s no chance for mold, bacteria, and mildew to grow. Food particles rinse out easily and you can just pop them in the washing machine or dishwasher for an even deeper clean.
23. The Silicone Mitts That Can Withstand 446-Degrees Fahrenheit
XQQ Silicone Oven Mitts, $10 (Set of 2), Amazon
These are not your typical oven mitts. These mitts are made from a heat-proof silicone that can withstand up to 446-degrees Fahrenheit and feature a cotton inner lining to keep your hands comfortable. And unlike some silicone mitts, these are incredibly flexible and have a non-slip grip, so you’ll be able to grab everything you need as if you weren’t wearing gloves at all.
24. A Vacuum For Your Pores
Comedone Extractor Set, $50, Amazon
If you frequent Dr. Pimple Popper’s Youtube videos, you’ll love this blackhead remover. Turn it on and watch all the gunk in your pores get sucked out! It’s honestly a vacuum for your face that gets rid of blackheads, extra sebum, and anything else that’s hiding on your face. The four different included heads are gentle and massage skin, too. Use it wet or dry, it’s weirdly fun. It should be mentioned that removing blackheads at home can be tricky business, consult your dermatologist before using this device.
25. This Charcoal Powder And Brush Set That Whitens Teeth
AuraGlow Activated Charcoal Teeth Whitening Powder + Bamboo Toothbrush, $20, Amazon
You’ll have an extra glowing smile without any harsh chemicals when you use this charcoal powder. The activated charcoal removes stains and leaves behind a hint of peppermint freshness. Plus, it comes with an extra bamboo brush, so you won’t have to stain your toothbrush black every time you whiten your teeth.
26. A Portable Humidifier That Works With Your Water Bottle
NexGadget Mini Cool Mist Humidifier, $20, Amazon
Your bedroom isn’t the only place that could use a little more moisture from time to time, but hauling a full humidifier around would be a huge pain. Instead, use this battery or USB powered mini humidifier. You can easily use it at work or while traveling, and all you need is a regular water bottle of water to get it started. Plus, it has a timer setting and will automatically turn off when the water runs out.
27. A Brush That Dries And Straightens Wet Hair
Revlon Salon One Step Hair Dryer and Styler, $34, Amazon
This brush dries and straightens hair all at once — and all you have to do is brush your hair. It uses ionic technology to get rid of frizz, and the bristles are specially made to avoid tangles. Your morning will be much easier with this speedy styling tool, and is good for both fine and thick hair.
28. A Spray To Keep Your Feet Blister Free
PreHeels Blister Protection Spray, $22, Amazon
If you don’t want to bring a packet of bandages along every time you wear new heels, use this spray instead. It provides a quick drying layer of protection that stops friction and rubbing. It won’t rub off, is sweat resistant, and it's gentle on skin. It’s not just for heels, either, because you can use it on any shoe that causes pain.
29. A Tiny Iron You Can Use Anywhere
Steamfast Home-And-Away Mini Steam Iron, $24, Amazon
Sometimes, you encounter a wrinkle emergency — and now you’ll always be prepared with this mini iron. The tiny size makes it completely portable, and it heats up in seconds. The iron holds over an ounce of water for all the steaming, ironing, and pressing you need. Then, put it back in your car or luggage until the next wrinkle disaster comes upon you.
30. An Umbrella That Always Keeps You Dry
WASING Double Layer Inverted Umbrella, $17, Amazon
This is a great idea that absolutely should have come out sooner. Instead of closing the normal way and getting rain water all over you, this umbrella closes upside down. That way, it can stand on its own and all the water drips onto the floor or mat and not on you. It promises to stand up to any storm and closes with the push of a button. The double-lined fabric keeps you dry, and the C-shaped handle makes it incredibly easy to hold.
31. The Super Hangers That Save Closet Space
Hang A Bunch Multi Purpose Hangers, $15 (3 Pack), Amazon
It seems like every time I buy new hangers, a bunch of clothes magically appear to fill them immediately. To save space and store all those extra items, try these hangers. Each individual hanger holds six hangers worth of clothes saving you tons of closet space. The efficient design will help keep your bedroom organized and give you more room for your future purchases.
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