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You haven’t lived until you’ve seen lava lamp-like essential oil pens.

As a BuzzFeed Shopping editor, my goal is to find all the products actually worth buying.

Promising review: "I just took my son on a vacation to Japan, and I was looking for some scrapbook stickers that were Japanese so he could make a scrapbook. I thought these would be a great addition. The stickers are very sticky. They are well worth the money in great quality, full color, so if you’re looking for some nice quality Japanese stickers, these are a must-have; they’ll definitely be a showstopper in any scrapbook." —Timmy

Promising review: "I’ve always struggled with lip balms (and chapped lips) because they either made it worse or immediately came off! I got the Banana Cream Pie 101 Balm today, and I am already so impressed! It stays on the lips, is extremely hydrating, smells beautiful, and has a very subtle taste. They say you can put it on your cuticles as well; it works just as well there as on your lips! Love! This will be my signature balm from now on!" —Richie

Get it from Amazon for $13.49 (available in 10 scents). 

Promising review: "My husband was so excited to find this keyhook! He is an avid songwriter and musician and loves Fender products. The keyhook looks great, is well-made, and is definitely eye-catching. Right after we hung it up a friend visited and asked us if it was a custom ordered piece! I was initially concerned with how tightly the jacks plug into the base. My fear was that I would pull it off the wall trying to detach my keys...but we have had no problems. It seems to be firmly attached to the wall with the included hardware. Also, be sure to pay attention to where you hang it, as the jacks stick out from the wall further than your traditional keyhook. All in all, it is a very cool piece, and we are glad we purchased it!" —Leslie W.

Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (available in a smaller style with two inputs).

It also comes with a small pouch of catnip to encourage your cat to get a good brushing in.

Promising review: "I got this for my three-legged cat because he can't scratch his left side. He'll be trying to scratch, and all you see is his little nub going crazy. I found these and he immediately LOVED it! The expression on his face when he first tried it was priceless. The only downside is that it's possible it'll fall off because it was hard for me to get all pieces of tape to stick on a corner at the same time, but I can always buy more double-sided tape, so not a big deal to me. The product is for Floyd, not me, and he's happy — so 5 stars." —Pippa Runs

Promising review: "I have had one for several years and it works beautifully. No broken cork residue in the wine and removing the cork from the bottle is effortless. I liked it so much that I just purchased another one for my granddaughter as a Christmas gift. She was delighted to receive it, especially when we opened a bottle of wine for Christmas dinner and she saw how it works. Really makes a perfect gift! Happy user, happy granddaughter. Sine then I have not changed my mind. Just opened up a bottle and it works beautifully. Ordered several more as Christmas gifts for 2021. Can't go wrong with this item. Besides it's beautiful!" —Dorothy C. Connors

Ticonderoga makes the best #2 pencils, IMO, so it makes sense their erasers are good too. 

Promising review: "This is the second school year I am buying these for my daughter because she loves them that much and they last the whole year. They are Ticonderoga, so of course they work the best of all the brands. (Their pencils are a teacher’s first choice. 😉) They are so cute and cheap for as long as they last. Also, they don’t leave a lot of residue, and when it comes to erasing, that’s huge!" —S. Wallace

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $3.90.

Promising review: "They were complete eye candy 🍬 They are beautifully smooth and perfect. The Japanese Zebra brand has never disappointed me, and I am truly grateful. 👊❤️🔥" —Junkie4fitness

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $6.50. 

Skoy is a small business that specializes in household cleaning products. 

Promising review: "At 67, I can say I’ve tried all kinds of different scrubbers, and these are definitely the best. These actually work better than Magic Erasers. They don’t hold food like the common ones at the market. They haven’t held any stains so far, they just rinse off, and are eco friendly but last forever. I’m still on my first one after eight months, and it looks like new. I’ve put it in the washer but not the dryer since they dry fast — and by the way, they don’t stink. This is my second order because I’m bringing a couple to my second home, and I’m going to include one in my camping gear as well. I’m definitely impressed." —SoCalToyotas

Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in two styles and five pack sizes). 

Promising review: "I bought this bowl as an elevated dog food bowl and found it perfect for my dog to reach and eat out of it. The quality is actually much nicer than I expected, with a heavy weight to it and nice ceramic feel. The pretty orange color is also nice." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three fruits).

Promising review: "I bought this for my 17-year-old daughter and I to put together, and we had so much fun! The blocks are great quality, and it's super easy to assemble. I would recommend it to anyone 10 and up, as it has smaller pieces. Definitely recommend if you want an affordable activity to do one night that can also serve as decor!!" —duffy

Promising review (for the Cryo Ice version): "This mask is better than I thought. You get 30 masks, and they actually work. After washing my face and doing my night skincare, I put this on before bed. It really does cool and calm my skin down. My skin was hydrated, smooth, and brightened. Will be getting more 30-day packs. The only downside is that the masks can get stuck together, but they provide a tool to grab them without cross-contaminating." —Makahiya Jay

Get it from Amazon for $21+ (available in seven formulas). 

Promising review: "I bought the original 18 years ago and have bought three since (binding falls apart — alas). I have a very large collection of cookbooks, but I go back to the original over and over and over. I have now read the updated version (okay, I've read it three times now). It is every bit as good and adds pieces here and there that update to today. I have cooked a couple of recipes already, and they do not disappoint. The idea of knowing you can plan ahead is a good theme and carried out well. I miss her dessert section but the original is still around so I can go there if I need to. I will continue to cook out of both editions. I would point out three things though — the updated book has pictures, a great bread recipe, AND the pages wipe clean!" —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "My blooms lasted for three weeks with this copper heart. It’s not only beautiful, but it miraculously works! I could not believe how long the flowers my husband sent lasted. I usually get one week at best with plant food. Having fresh blooms around makes me calmer and happier. I am actually still in shock at how well this simple little copper heart worked. I felt like it warranted a 5-star review. A+ product!" —LPB

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in two shapes and multipacks). 

The pens come in different colors, and some of the fragrance options include: green apple, woodsy, harvest spice, and coconut grove. Check out this TikTok of the pens in action.  

Promising review: "These pens are so darn cute. The lava is so adorable, and the scent is just enough. Not too strong. The pen writes really well too." —Shopper Girl

Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two styles and two pack sizes).

Promising review: "I got these because I needed a way to cut open a packet that a medication I take comes in. I've now just decided to take them all out of said packaging and put the pills in a small container. Go figure. BUT I still use these all the time. They're small but mighty. They cut through cardboard like a dream. And of course they're super cute! Who doesn't want cute stuff? I do. They're great for on the go because they're small and you can attach them to a keychain. I love them." —realhorrorshow

Read more about how bakuchiol can benefit the skin at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "There's this Korean TikTok beauty influencer who I follow, and I pretty much buy all her skincare products. This was one of the products that she actually used on a client with very large pores. It’s been a month, and my pores look smaller, my face is so much clearer, and I know I’m gonna buy this product again." —jessica aquino lopez

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in a vitamin illuminating serum). 

Promising review: "I love this! It’s well painted, and the solar light works great. It is the cutest thing on my patio table." —solowithpits 

Get it from Amazon for $19.76 (also available in two other styles). 

These use embroidered patch technology (they melt and cling to fabric when you iron them), so they work on any fabric that a patch would stick to. I'd maybe avoid silk! 

Promising review: "It might sound a little dramatic…but this might be my best Amazon purchase of the year! We struggled with our massive oversized duvet insert always falling toward the end of our cover, despite the four corner ties we already had. I added these snaps for extra support, and they work like a charm." —raider keenan

Good Molecules is a small business that specializes in affordable skincare products. 

Promising review: "This stuff is amazing!! I put it on every night and morning. I’ve been using a little over a month and you can already tell a difference. My dark circles are hereditary, so I truly thought nothing would work. However this stuff IS GREAT!" —Shay M. 

Imaginaria Co is a small business that sells book-themed gifts and art. 

Promising review: "The bookmark looks even cooler in person; so happy to have it, would definitely recommend!" —Stacey

Get it from Imaginaria Co on Etsy for $9. 

Promising review: "These are very cute! I love the flexibility. The stems are long, so it will not get knocked out of your book (my book is always roaming in my bag). The top is subtle. It really looks like a mushroom emerging from your book. Worth the buy." —Atticus

Get a set of four from Amazon for $3.97 (also available as cable ties).

Promising review: "These are so fun for someone who loves old school games. My fiancé enjoyed receiving them as a nostalgic gift! Great value, good quality print!" —Emily

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $9.99.

Skeptics: Learn more about the science of diffraction patterns on YouTube. 

Promising review: "These molds look amazing and bright! The holographic design makes every chocolate bar look unique and professional. They are strong, easy to use, and the results are stunning. Perfect for giving my chocolates an elegant and special touch." —Nykol

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 16 styles). 

Promising review: "Spacious. I love this little pouch; it’s so cute and even bigger than I thought it’d be." —Sarah R. 

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in 10 colors). 

Miss Jessie's is a Black woman-owned business that specializes in curly hair products.

Promising review: "I just washed my hair, and I am officially in LOVE with this product! It smells SO good and makes my curls feel so soft while also boosting curl definition and volume. There’s no film, and my curls aren’t crunchy after they dry post-application. My grays are usually always frizzy after I wash my hair, no matter what I use for my curls, but I’m not witnessing that at all with this product. Absolutely love this and recommend it highly to anyone with natural curls." —Tati

Promising review: "I love this portable charger. It's so convenient to carry in my purse and very useful. I have yet to use it to charge a completely dead phone, but I used it to charge it when it was less than 20%. It charged my phone to half way in about 6 minutes. The added bonus of the slimness is awesome; it feels great in my hands. It doesn't overheat. I am very happy with it." —Emily

Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (available in four colors).

Promising review: "Loved how it healed my dry and cracked fingers. Works quickly! This cream is wonderful — my fingers would not heal without it. Found it years ago and continue to use it when needed. I also bought the body cream which I like very much. Works great on dry skin!! Highly recommend both!" —Happy at 77

Promising review: "The fragrance is amazing, very pleasant and calming at the same time. It feels like an excellent value for the money. I’m really pleased with my purchase." —Guillermo L. 

Get it from Laundry Sauce for $37+/month (available in eight scents, two pack sizes, and three delivery frequencies). 

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