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Drop Everything And Look At These 26 Unbelievably Weird Things On Amazon
At this point, I get most of my clothes, beauty supplies, bulk toilet paper, and kitchen products from Amazon. I should really just think about just moving into an Amazon warehouse and calling it a day. But here’s a secret — besides the basics, there’s some really weird products on Amazon. These are the kinds of products that tend to frighten and intrigue us.
For instance, before Amazon, I never thought I'd contemplate buying a vomiting egg. Though a vomiting egg doll (oh yes, it's real) may not seem like an item you must have, you might find that it's actually a pretty useful stress reliever. That's why Amazon products are genius — no matter how weird they may seem, you'll find they're always secretly brilliant.
So, if you're fascinated by the idea of buying a solar powered hat or a gallon of wolf pee, read on. Even if you don't think you have a lot of use for some of these strange products, you might be surprised — while they might be weird, they’re all surprisingly functional. So you never know, you might find that some of these odd products are the perfect gadgets you never knew you needed.
1. The Egg Separator That's Gross But Genius
Mr. Sniffles Egg Separator, $15, Amazon
Yeah, this looks kind of gross, but it is practical. First of all, using an egg separator gives you clean whites and yolks every time and you don't have to worry about getting little shell bits in your food. This one works great — made of earthenware ceramics, it doubles as a gravy boat or syrup dispenser. Also, eggs do look like snot. Maybe I'm childish (answer: yes), but this does make me giggle every time I see it and who doesn't want more laughter in their life?
2. The Goop That Cleans All The Nooks And Crannies
WannaBi Sticky Gel Dust Cleaner, $6, Amazon
If you loved Nickelodeon Gak, this is the perfect product for you. This jelly goop isn't just fun to hold and play with (though it's super fun to play with), it also cleans hard to reach places. Perfect for getting dust or crumbs from a keyboard, it can even clean air vents in your car or any uneven surface that's getting dusty.
3. This Stress Ball That Also Holds Your Phone
Outus Squishy Charms Toy Bread Cellphone Holder, $6, Amazon
Have a happy loaf of bread on your desk that also holds your phone or business cards. The squishy toast also makes a great stress ball and it's oddly fascinating to watch it slowly spring back into shape after poking its cute bread face. Oh, it also smells like real bread, so you can pretend you're in a bakery all day while you're working.
4. This Pest Control That's Made Of Pee
Predator Pee - 100% Wolf Urine, $35, Amazon
Yes, this is a bottle of wolf pee. 100 percent wolf pee that you can use as a completely organic pest repellent, to be exact. Pests smell the scary predator urine that you spray around your yard and they scurry away! It won't harm your grass or plants and works as well as any chemical pesticide without all the side effects.
5. This Paddle Brush That's A Flask
Binocktails Bev-Brush Secret Flask, $19, Amazon
It always seems cool to carry around a flask, but who needs another thing to shove into your purse? But a brush and flask in one? That's a miracle. This paddle brush is fully functioning and even has a mirror on the back so you can check your hair after you take a shot. It holds six ounces and comes with a funnel so you can fill with no spills, but it looks just like a normal brush, even under a metal detector.
6. The Kitchen Tool For Flavorful Hot Dogs
The Slotdog doesn't just give your hotdogs pretty diamond cuts, though it does that beautifully. But the lattice cuts allow your dog to expand on the grill without exploding and absorb as much grill flavor as possible. Then, the ridges hold condiments way better than your run-of-the-mill smooth hot dog. Plus, it's perfect for any Game of Thrones party because the Slotdog gives everything cool dragon scales than any Khaleesi would love.
7. The Bag That Dries Your Dog
Puff-N-Fluff Dog Dryer, $40, Amazon
This is so cute! I don't even have a dog and I want this dog dryer. Just secure your dog in the bag and use any blow dryer to bathe your dog in warm air. Your puppy will get totally dry without getting scared by the hair dryer sound and you won't have to worry about wet dog smell. Plus, the idea came from a third-grade girl, so it's basically the cutest product ever created.
8. The Pushpin Set That Looks Like Delicious Sushi
Fred MAKI TACKS Sushi Pushpins, $9, Amazon
No, this isn't a piece of sushi that comes with free two-day shipping, it's actually an adorable pushpin set. It comes with 50 orange caviar colored pins that fit into a nice little sushi roll. Though the sushi pins match the cushion perfectly, you can use it with any other pins you like. If you keep it by your cork board, you won't have to search for the one tack that fell behind your desk two years ago ever again.
9. A Knife That Warms Up To Spread Butter
THAT! Serrated Warming Butter Knife, $20, Amazon
Somebody hated spreading cold butter on toast enough to invent a specific butter knife to solve the problem. The knife uses the heat from your hand to warm up the blade and melt the butter just enough to make it spreadable. Then, the serrated edge is designed to make the butter curl up and melt just a bit more. Your toast will be perfectly coated in buttery goodness and your cold butter struggles will be over with no batteries or cords required.
10. A Neoprene Jacket Made For Your Beer
Beer Bottle Coolers with Neoprene Insulators, $14 (Set of 4), Amazon
If you want your beer to stay cold, but don't want some regular old koozie, try these beer bottle coolers. The neoprene sleeve comes in different colors, so you'll always know which drink is yours. The material keeps the drink cold, but it doesn't feel freezing in your hand. Plus, it makes your beer look like it's about to take a gorgeous mountain hike, so you'll feel classier drinking from it.
11. A Water Bottle And Pill Case All In One
Asobu Daily Pill Organizer with Water Bottle, $14, Amazon
Whether it's vitamins you like to take or a prescription or two, most of us end up taking some kind of pill during the day. Most of also never seem to have water on hand when we remember to take them, which is why this water bottle is great. It comes with a detachable pill organizer so you'll never forget to take a medication or stay hydrated, which is great for forgetful folks like me.
12. A Stress Ball That Vomits
Shangmu Vomiting Egg Stress Relief Toy (2 pack), $7, Amazon
Here it is. The vomiting egg. Now don't worry that the egg will only throw up once and that's the end of it. Oh no. You squeeze the egg and it barfs, but when you place the egg on the pile of vomit, it will suck it up again. It's hours of fun. If you're really agitated, this is an excellent stress toy and you can use it as a sign for your coworkers to leave you alone. Trust me, if you have a pile of egg vomit on your desk, they will.
13. This Weird Brush Perfect For Cleaning Blinds
FoVo Microfiber Blind Cleaner, $9, Amazon
Even when you keep your place really clean, it's easy to forget about the blinds or little air conditioner vents. Though this cleaner looks like a little hand waving at you, it's really custom designed to get all the dust out of any vent or blind. The microfiber cloths catch all the dirt and are washable to reuse over and over.
14. A Tool Made Just For Cutting Corn
Chef'n Corn Cob Stripper, $6, Amazon
If you've ever cut the kernels off of an ear of corn, you know it's way harder than it looks. So, this corn cob stripper can help you avoid a lot of cut fingers. You just put the cob into the stripper, then push and twist it till all the kernels are removed. The stainless steel blades cut through corn like nobody's business, and the compact tool is easy to clean. It's small enough to bring on a picnic or fit in a kitchen drawer and save the day during prime corn season.
15. An Office Supply Holder That's A Toilet For Your Desk
Tech Tools "The Butt" Office Supply Station, $10, Amazon
This office supply is really called "The Butt." "Can you hand me 'the butt?'" or "Give me 'the butt!'" could now be acceptable phrases to say at the office, with this tape dispenser and pen holder. There's also a place for paper clips, but the most important thing is that it looks like a person on the toilet and it's called "The Butt." The title alone is a good enough reason to buy.
16. The Toothbrush Holder That's Also A Foot
Universal Toothbrush or Pen Holder, $7, Amazon
It sounds gross to say that your toothbrush is held between some toes, but when you see this holder in action, it's actually really cute. With a high-powered suction cup on the back, these little piggies can stick to any smooth surface. If you already have a body part toothbrush holder, these tootsies also hold pens, so you could put it in your office and enjoy the jealous stares of your coworkers.
17. A Long Blade You Use To Work Your Core
Bodyblade CxT Kit, $66, Amazon
If you're over going to the gym and want a new workout you can do at home, try the Bodyblade. This kit comes with the blade itself, plus a DVD and instructional wall chart. To work the blade, you wiggle it back and forth. It sounds silly, but the company claims it gives you a great workout in only 10 minutes that engages nearly every muscle group. If you can't picture what a wiggle based workout looks like, just check out this video. You might not feel super cool when using the Bodyblade, but at least you're doing an exercise that's totally unique.
18. These Kitchen Gloves For Extreme Cooking
TTLife Extreme Heat Resistant Cooking Gloves, $19, Amazon
You don't just want to cook, you want to cook to the extreme! If so, you've really got to get these gloves. You can handle up to 932 degrees of heat with these babies, so if you're working a grill or in and out of an oven, you won't get burnt. The gloves are lined with cotton, so your hands don't get sweaty as you're grilling, and the raised grooves give the gloves extra grip. Basically, these can handle any cooking situation while keeping your hands soft and safe.
19. An Aromatherapy Diffuser That's A Work Of Art
Aromis Wood and Glass Aromatherapy Diffuser, $90, Amazon
Adding an aromatherapy diffuser to your home immediately makes the place feel relaxed and comfortable. So, when you have a diffuser that looks like some kind of modern art statue, it's even better. This diffuser is made of natural wood and glass, so you don't have to worry about any melting plastic. Plus, it uses no heat or water, so you're getting pure essential oils for any room big or small. This diffuser is certainly an investment, but you'll find it immediately lifts your mood and looks amazing wherever you put it.
20. A Wine Holder That's Worn Like A Necklace
WineYoke Party Time Hand Free Wine Glass Holder Necklace, $10 (2 Pack), Amazon
At a party, you need wine and snacks, though holding them both at the same time can be rough. Finally, you can wear a wine necklace that keeps your hands free to graze on chips while keeping your wine safely stowed on your person. The holder works with any glass and you won't have to worry about balancing your hors d'oeuvres plate while taking a sip and ultimately spilling everything all over your friend's new carpet.
21. A Travel Pillow That Turns A Plane Into Your Bed
Skyrest Travel Pillow, $30, Amazon
Sleeping on a plane sucks, but if you had a giant pillow, it might be a little better. Though the pillow looks enormous, you can take it anywhere because it's inflatable. Blow it up to make a dream wedge, then deflate and put back in your bag. If you get stuck with a chatty plane mate, bust out this pillow and they'll know you're serious about your travel sleeping time.
22. A Spray To Make Your Poo Smell Magical
Squatty Potty Unicorn Gold Toilet Spray, $15, Amazon
Nowadays, there are quite a few toilet sprays to make number two a little more pleasant, but this is the only spray with real gold. Yes, there are actual gold nanoparticles to kill odors as well as natural essential oils to create a lovely smell. The bottle might look small, but it'll take care of 200 trips to the toilet. Just spray before you go to the bathroom and it traps the scent below the water line, so your bathroom will smell like a magical forest all day.
23. The Slipper That Cleans Your Floors
Evriholder Slipper Genie Microfiber, $12, Amazon
Who wants to sweep floors? No one. Who wants to wear cool slippers? Everyone! Thankfully, someone put two and two together and made some house slippers that sweep the floors. The microfiber bottoms pick up dust and dirt easily and they detach so you can wash them and keep the floors clean forever. It also gives you a good reason to do a Risky Business slide across the floor whenever you want.
24. A Solar Panel Hat That Keeps Your Head Cool
Kool Breeze Solar Hat, $50, Amazon
If you're a victim of summertime sweaty head, this cooling hat is a must. The hat has a built in fan, but don't worry about carrying batteries around, it's solar powered. So, you not only get to walk around in futuristic hat with a solar panel on top, but your head gets a constant cool breeze to make the summer so much more bearable.
25. The Alarm Clocks That Forces You To Get Up
Clocky Alarm Clock on Wheels, $61, Amazon
If you have trouble getting up in the morning, this alarm clock will force you out of your comfy bed. When it's time to wake, the alarm goes off and then rolls away from you, so you have to get out of bed to turn it off. It's durable, so if you think it'll stay on top of your bed stand, no way. This thing can take a three-foot drop and keep moving. Though it might annoy you in the first minutes of the morning, you'll be thanking it for ending your typical snooze routine when you finally show up to work on time.
26. It's A Brush To Clean Your...Brush
Denman Hair Brush Cleaner, $7, Amazon
If you've ever taken a moment to look at your hairbrush, you might be a little grossed out to see all the oils, dirt, and excess hair that gets trapped in there. Good news: there's a solution! Weird news: it's another brush. This thing will get rid of dust, fluff, and excess hair from any brush you have — and it won't damage it at all in the process.
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