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Daily obligations can already be *yawn* boring, so might as well jazz them up with rainbow knives and banana lotion.

Little Kerning House is a small business that sells cute homewares. 

Promising review: "This is the absolute cutest! I love the retro look, and it’s functional at the same time. I love supporting small businesses as well, so it was a win for everyone. I would definitely purchase again from this shop." —Melissa

Get it from Little Kerning House on Etsy for $7.

Promising review: "I love these pill organizers! Makes morning medication taking so much easier. Seven slots for the week, with a push button in the middle to rotate to the slot! Very compact. Not a lot of space for a bunch of pulls. Perfect for those who only take two or three medications at a time. Love this for my child who has a medication routine. Allows him to access and do it on his own with the easy-to-use design!" —Mallory

Get it from Amazon for $5.18+ (available in three colors or a variety pack). 

Carter + Rose is a small business that sells planters and other home accessories. 

Promising review: "I never leave reviews, but I loved this item so much. The care in packaging was amazing, and the quality is so good. Color and size are accurate, definitely recommend! Thank youu!" —Amanda

Get it from Carter + Rose on Etsy for $26 (available in four colors).

Check out a TikTok of the marshmallow lip treatment in action. 

Promising review: "My new must-have! My number one go-to for healing lips was Carmex. This beat it. I love the consistency (very creamy/smooth), it's not heavily flavored or goopy, and it obviously smells amazing. It isn't overbearing and also doesn't keep coating your mouth like the Eos stick balms (still great, but more wax)." —Breanah Shirazi

Get it from Amazon for $4.97 (also available in Strawberry Acai). 

Promising review: "I bought these for my Ray-Ban sunglasses, and they work perfectly! ❤️" —BMosqueda

Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $6.99 (available in six colors). 

Promising review: "Just drop this in your humidifier, and it keeps the water pretty darn mildew- and mold free. Super easy to use, no smell, and safe. I have already repurchased and given a few to other people as well." —Kristine

Get it from Amazon for $5.68 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "The perfect little coffee spoons on my coffee bar! They go with my modern vintage thrifted decor and make me smile. 🥰" —Lindsey

Get a set of six from Amazon for $6.88. 

Promising review: "I suffer from very sensitive and very dry skin, especially during winter. I can't use most products, though, because my skin is super picky and will react badly to them the majority of the time. At first, I was hesitant to try this milk because it also has a fragrance. However, I decided to give it a shot, and to my surprise, not once did my skin react badly. This milk makes my hands very smooth for hours. It's non-greasy and smells delicious. It smells like a real banana, not that fake chemical stuff. I usually don't like anything that's banana-scented either, so this should speak volumes." —i_am_me

Get it from Amazon for $10 (also available in a mango and strawberry versions). 

Read more about how an Epsom salt soak or bath can help with stress and muscle relaxation at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I bought this product hoping for a fresh, divine scent, and wow, it completely blew me away! I’m usually not one to purchase scented products without smelling them first, but I took a leap of faith and it paid off. Hawaiian Bliss is everything I hoped for and more. The scent is absolutely heavenly; rejuvenating, relaxing, and somehow energizing at the same time. After using it, I felt calmer, refreshed, and even a little happier. I genuinely look forward to using it. I’m already planning to order more, not just for myself but to include in gift baskets for friends and family. If you’re on the fence, go for it. Highly recommend!" —K. Marie

Get it from Amazon for $5.87 (also available in spring rain or vanilla). 

Promising review: "I LOVE this! I needed a cute new trinket dish and wanted something aesthetic. It’s a lot bigger than I thought which I totally love because I can fit more jewelry on it! Very sturdy and heavy too — doesn’t feel or look cheap." —Tori

Get it from Amazon for $21.84 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I am OBSESSED with this cutting board. It is made so well and looks so expensive. Every time I have guests, I will use it as serving tray or display for charcuterie and I always get compliments on it." —Lorrin Farrell

Reviewers say they LOVE to put it in the fridge for extra cooling to help decrease puffiness and get that extra *ahhhh* feeling. 

Promising review: "I have always had bags and dark circles under my eyes and have tried sooooo many things. I was skeptical that this would work, but oh. my. goodness. This little stick is amazing. The puffiness was gone. Dark circles are still there, but definitely not as bad. It also smells really nice and absorbs instantly. Plus, the container is cute. I highly recommend it to anyone else who has tried all the things and been disappointed." —HeartsUnfold

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in collagen and peptide formulations). 

If you're more in the mood for seasonal smells, check out Mrs. Meyer's whole seasonal collection. 

Promising reviews: "Excellent Mrs. Meyers quality! Great value, strong cleaning power with a bright, grassy scent. It's easy to use, cuts grease, and a perfect cleaner. I only wish I could get the large in this scent! Will buy again!" —A. QueenIsis

"This cleaning spray works really well and is a great value. I’m particularly obsessed with the tomato vine scent. I know it’s a limited edition during the springtime, so the next time it's available, I’m going to buy several bottles for the rest of the year. Smells very high-end without having a high-end price tag." —James

Get it from Amazon for $4.89+ (available in three scents). 

Peter Pauper Press is a family-owned small business founded in 1928.

Promising review: "I am absolutely in love. I have always struggled with being overwhelmed with to-do lists (both having them in my mind and making them). This cute, fun design makes that task less daunting and easier, thanks to how it’s organized. It lets me divide tasks up into immediate needs and tasks to do eventually, as well as gives me a space for appointments and reminders for calling people. I also thoroughly enjoy the mood marker and the 'how was your day' section, as it also helps me track my mood. I absolutely adore this, and it will be a positive permanent addition to my life." —River

The Wine Savant is a New York-based small business established in 2017 that specializes in unique, quality drinkware and accessories. 

Promising review: "Love these! Wasn’t ready to splurge on Estelle stemmed glasses, so I got these instead. I’ve run them through the dishwasher once so far, and they held up fine. Glass is thin near the top, which I love in a wineglass. I would recommend!" —Tricia

Get a set of six from Amazon for $49.95.

Promising review: "These chip clips work great and have been a huge hit since we got them. Have been used across the kitchen, in cabinets, on the counter, and in the fridge, while holding closed different types of food bags. It has held up for a few months, with the designs still looking new." —ProNerd

It includes a chef's knife, paring knife, bread knife, slicing knife, utility knife, a santoku knife, and covers for each. Unfortunately, the knives don't come with a holder, but you can check out this easy-to-set-up magnetic bar for knives that is similar to the reviewer's above. 

Promising review: "This is my best buy of the month and best knife buy of the year. Yeah, I've had sharper, better-quality knives in the past, but for hundreds of dollars more. For basic kitchen use, this is the set to buy. I like that they're colorful because I've already been able to familiarize myself with which knife is which color and what I need to use them for. The blade cases they come with are extremely handy. I like that I don't have to use a knife block. These fit nicely in my drawer. At this price, they are worth every penny. I wouldn't have a problem spending $40–$50 for these knives." —GWP

Get a set of six knives with covers from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in four other styles).

Promising review: "Very good quality liner. I love the daisy print, and it is a good thickness. Super easy to cut (I used a box cutter). Definitely recommend!" —Karen

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 18 patterns). 

Dryer balls are eco-friendly *and* budget friendly because you can use them over and over. Friendsheep is a small business that sells dryer balls handmade by women in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Promising review: "Soot sprites that help with laundry! They’re incredible and bring joy to an otherwise dull chore. They work really well, last a long time, and I swear they make my clothes softer somehow. Less static too! I used to always have static with dryer sheets, but not with these. I have sensitive skin, and these don’t leave any weird films or scents on my clothes." —Kristin Murison | Mermaid Kristin Sparkle

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $21 (available in six styles, including ladybugs and penguins). 

Promising review: "These are so great not only because of the cute colors, but also because of how versatile they are! You can stack them, and when not in use, they are easily put away and don't take up too much space. I use them for everything, I have some in the bathroom, bedroom, and even pantry!" —Ana S 

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in eight colors and two pack sizes). 

Check out a TikTok of the flower scrubber in action. 

Promising review: "Love having this on my kitchen sink. It’s happy and cute and makes me happy. One leaf did twist off after a few weeks of use, but it’s still cute, and I could’ve been more careful holding it. It's not a super stiff brush, but it works well for most hand washing and quick rinses. Brush rinses well, and food doesn’t get caught in it. I was happy to find it has a hidden scraper edge on top of the brush. Will def buy again when this one gets gross since it brings so much tiny joy into my kitchen." —Hannah Jo Wilson

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors). 

Promising review: "These are the best children’s bandages. I love the color-changing design — it makes these fun and less daunting for a child to wear. I actually have to hide these, so my child does not put these on for fun/fashion statement, haha. Very comfortable and flexible material that stays on quite well/but not too much so that it is hard to take off." —Mama N 

Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" —Barbie

These are big enough for tables and chairs with a foot circumference of 7–17 cm.

Promising review: "I love these so much, I bought a second set. They’re so easy to put on, and they actually STAY. They look like little paws!!" —sam

Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $16.99.

Promising review: "I’ve had this calculator for over a year now and still going strong! I haven’t changed the batteries since! Four of my coworkers loved it so much that they purchased their own. The buttons are smooth, and I love the clicking sound. The color is pretty true to the picture, a soft pink. Great quality!" —Ellie

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 11 colors). 

This winds up and times up to 60 minutes, ending in a loud buzzer. Reviewers also use it to help time themselves with work tasks and studying. 

Promising review: "This is whimsical and fun; my kids love it. I tell them their dinner comes from a fairy mushroom forest. 😋 Works great, keeps my little monsters in line — 'Dad, the mushroom went off.' Love it." —Vik V

Get it from Amazon for $7.59+ (available in four colors). 

Promising review: "So stinking cute and works great. I had no loose tea in my cup at all. Easy to clean." —Adriane R.

Get it from Amazon for $14.20 (available in nine styles). 

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