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27 Intriguing Little “Treat Yourself” Products You Probably Didn’t Know About
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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. If you don’t try this platypus jar-scraping spatula by the end of the spring, you’re missing out. Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for! Smells good, sweet, moisturizing, but simultaneously has a light powdery feel. The color is also pretty long lasting! I have been looking for something to replace ColourPop's blotted lipstick, and I've finally found it!" —Amber Get it from Amazon for $7.46+ (available in seven shades). Promising review: "I was worried at first because it's a very thin consistency, but oh my goodness, my skin is incredibly soft, and it lathered so well. The smell is a soft vanilla with woody undertones. It smells really good. It's better than the Dove body wash that is all the hype currently." —Jessica Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in five other styles). The kit comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel. Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and what a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m Promising review: "These mini ceramic vase magnets are the cutest addition to my fridge! Each ceramic vase is unique in shape and color, and the tiny plastic flowers fit perfectly. Magnets are strong — hold notes and photos easily without sliding. Guests always comment on how charming they are. Such a fun, affordable way to add color to the kitchen." —Norma Morris Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $13.99. Promising review: "Got these just to have a change of pace in my sketchbook. Kids loved them as well. They are fun to use. They write and draw smoothly. Great for any age artist." —angela Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $3.99. Check out a TikTok of the hair ties in action. Promising review: "I love these! These add the cutest touch to any outfit. They make you feel better about wearing a hair tie on your wrist. And they function great as both a hair tie and a bracelet! Not too tight to wear as either. Love them!" —Tiara Scheurell Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $5.99 (available in seven styles). Promising review: "Really great hand wash! I really can’t believe it is so inexpensive. Enjoy." —Shar XO Get it from Amazon for $5.29 (also available in four other scents, including the brand new Lotus Water!). 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 This game requires two to four players, ages 8 and up. Promising review: "We love this game. All the kids are adults and we have a raucous time playing this. it is so much fun; great family fun. The pace is fantastic. Anytime we have a friend over, the first game goes a little slower but it doesn’t take long to learn and develop strategies to win. Love this game!!!" —Kindle Customer Black Girl Sunscreen is a Black-owned small business that specializes in sun-protective products that don't leave a white cast. Promising review: "Best SPF lip gloss I’ve tried at a price you can’t beat. It keeps your lips moisturized long after it’s applied and has no white cast. I also have fairly sensitive skin and this has yet to cause any irritation on my lips which is a huge plus. It's generally impossible to find SPF 50 in any lip product, let alone in a gloss — I will purchase again for sure." —Ashlee Meckler Promising review: "I'm normally a St. Ives girly but decided to give this a try and OMG!! If heaven had a scent it would be this. It leaves my skin feeling cotton soft and smelling amazing. Loving it!" —Latoya Get it from Amazon for $7.97 (clip the coupon on the product page to get it for $5.97). Promising review: "I have had this spatula since 2022. I reach for this one consistently above all of my other spatulas, and also use this instead of a butter knife for spreading. I absolutely love this tool. I have arthritis in one hand from a surgery, and the shape of the platypus also helps with that. It cleans off very easily, and still looks brand-new." —Thomas Norton Promising review: "I get compliments on these all the time! They are so cute and functional! They are easy to clean and help keep your straw clean, help with accidental spills, and keep bugs out in the summer! They are a must-have." —Amazon Customer Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.99 (available in three colors and another style). Psst — you can get this in the original Cheirosa 62 scents, *plus* three others! Promising review: "Lately, I've been wanting to find a signature fragrance versus just smelling clean. I tried several perfumes, including high end, and they just didn't seem to be a good fit with my body chemistry, or the smells just seemed to disappear. About a month ago, several ladies mentioned this brand on a group page and I decided to give it a shot. I've been testing it for a couple of weeks now and I am shook! It smells soooo good and EVERY TIME I wear it (especially if I layer the products in this set), I get complimented. EVERY SINGLE TIME! And my husband who never notices when I wear fragrances immediately came up to me, hugged me, buried his nose into my neck and told me I smelled amazing!" —LvrofAllThingsArt Get it from Amazon for $34 (available in four scents). Promising review: "Cutest mug I own. It looks exactly like the photo and it’s adorable. I love it!" —Cheyenne Yellowbirds Foods is a small business that specializes in "curious and flavorful" hot sauces. Promising review: "The heat sneaks up on you! Super delicious. I like it in place of a spicy mustard. Flavorful, but with a sneaky, slow build heat. The mushroom is really subtle — but the umami flavor is there!" —Molly Leftwich Promising review: "I was going to buy the $80 one from UO, and decided to look for cheaper alternatives. I'm really happy with this lamp! The little remote with light settings and timer features is a nice addition. If you're thinking about buying this, I'd recommend you do!" —Jules F Promising review: "My best friend loved this for her birthday. She loves Halloween and tea, and this was such a cute and perfect gift." —Harley Nixon Promising review: "These are so cute and easy to assemble. Highly recommend as a fun gift to adults and kids." —Katie A. Sayso is a woman-owned small business that specializes in the first-ever cocktail tea bag, perfect for cocktails *and* mocktails. Promising review: "I was a bit skeptical when I purchased, but these are actually fantastic. The taste is great and the bags make it incredibly easy to mix up what would otherwise be complex cocktails quickly and easily. I've had the spicy marg, espresso martini, and old fashioned versions, and while they aren't exactly the same as the original they are wonderful for making yourself a cocktail at home. Highly recommend." —Meredith Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $10.99 (also available in other cocktail styles and larger packs). Magical Flames is a small business that specializes in color-changing fire products. Psst — do not roast s'mores or any other edible thing over this fire if you're using the colorant! Promising review: "This product is so easy to use. Just toss a packet into the fire and watch the flames change color. The colors were beautiful and received a lot of oooooos and ahhhhhhs. Surprisingly, it lasted for quite a while. We will enjoy this addition to our campfires this summer." —Debra L. Musselman Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $13.59 (also available in smaller and larger size packs). Promising review: "Very simple to use! Delicious homemade butter! My son and I love making this and we take turns shaking the jar. Very easy to clean, durable, low cost, and doesn't leak! Great product!" —Shay K. Promising review: "I love these! I don’t have a dishwasher so my roommates and I were using them daily, and they lasted about a month and a half each before we deemed them too gross to use anymore (although I’m sure you could use them for longer). They were very cute and did their job for a lot less money than the dog shaped Scrub Daddies would. Would buy again!" —Ashlynn Get a set of three from Amazon for $8.99. Mindsight is a small business that specializes in calming personal care and decor products. Promising review: "I’m a yoga teacher and I started using the sloth light in my classes to help guide breath work. My students love it and find it very helpful as a visual aid so I don’t need to do all the counting for them. Love this product!" —Robin Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in two styles). Solatec is a small business that specializes in solar-powered outdoor products. Promising review: "This is a fantastic little fountain with very good power. I shoots up to 12 inches in the air in direct sun. For $10 I cannot understand how it can be made and shipped." —Ben Phillips Nuts 'N More is a small business that specializes in unique peanut and almond spreads. Check out a TikTok of the spread in action. Promising review: "Amazing flavor, one of the best flavored peanut butters I have tried. I eat it by the spoonful without bread because it is that good, and I love that it has little topping pieces as well." —Tina Ray Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (also available in eight other flavors). Ban.do is a US-based small business that specializes in quirky accessories, home products, and stationery. Promising review: "I absolutely love this vase! It’s very cute and vibrant, just as pictured." —TexasPoonTapa Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity. BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way.