35 Amazon Products We Think We're Quite Clever For Owning

This, seriously, is one of my favorite purchases of the last year. It's amazing, and it's been the one thing that's been able to effectively get me out of bed every morning, which has been such a life saver. And a job saver. It's also really effective for my teen sister, and if it can wake a teen, it can wake anyone!

Flexi hose is probably my husband's favorite purchase of the last year. It's so much easier to wrap up and keep it organized, it's less likely to freeze than the traditional hoses we've had, and it stretches pretty impressively to reach all sorts of odd angles in our garden and lawn.

This tool keeps your herbs fresh in the fridge for quite some time. You don't have to worry about dried out, crunchy herbs which means you can enjoy them in your favorite recipes even if you bought them at the beginning of the week. It fits right in your fridge next to the milk and wine.

This knife is not only pretty cool to look at, but also super sharp and high-quality. You can chop up your fruits, veggies, and meats in a snap with this great knife. It also comes with a sheath for self-sharpening and is designed with an ergonomic handle for ease of use.

Keeping my fridge in order can be a bit of a challenge, but it's pretty important that I do keep it in order, or I'll give my husband an absolute headache when he goes to prep for dinner. These bins keep everything right where you want it, and you can even label them easily with a sharpie or a label maker.

Bidets are an incredible invention that I personally think should have come from Europe to America a lot sooner. This gadget gives you the ultimate clean and it's a great option for any bathroom, and it even attaches to almost any toilet in any of your bathrooms throughout the house.

Keep your home fresh and free from flying pests and critters with this fly catcher. It does a fantastic job of clearing your kitchen of those annoying creatures. This pulls them in with a fan and traps them with a sticky trap so you can rid your home of icky pests easily.

I treat my car like a dumpster. I try not to! But it's not easy when I pretty much live out of it most days. And I know I'm not the only one! If you want to clean up your act, grab this amazing car trash can so you can clean yourself up and get everything a little more organized and keep it looking nice and neat.

Weighted blankets are such a dream. They're the easiest way I know to calm myself and to bring my heart rate down when I'm having a bit of a panic. It's not recommended to sleep under them, but I take a little nap sometimes and it's really helped me to ease stress and strain in my chest and neck.

Cords and cables - and even umbrella stands - are important, but it's also important to keep them out of your way while you're trying to do your work and get your stuff done. This tool keeps everything wrapped up and out of the way so you don't have to worry about getting things done and tripping over anything that might be running over the floor.

These cable clips are my favorite! I use them as a way to keep my charger cords right where I want them, so I don't have to deal with hunting for them in the middle of the night when I'm trying to charge up. These are especially great for the kitchen to keep those cords out of the way of heat!

It's great to take pups on hikes with you or on long travels, but how you keep them hydrated is something you've got to take into account. This water bottle is the easiest way I know how to do that because it comes with a little scoop of a bowl so you can let them drink no matter where they are.

This refrigerator calendar is one of the easiest ways you can keep yourself organized throughout the month. Everyone in the house can easily see it, which means no one in the house is able to say "I didn't know about" whatever it is. I love having this out and prepped every month for easy scheduling.

I am truly in love with this bottle opener. It's so dang cute, it looks like a bat when you've got the little wings open! It adds an element of interest and fun to your kitchen, and you can enjoy it in any season, but especially during the spookiest of seasons.

Air brushes are all the rage right now, and I've gotta say - I get it! I absolutely adore mine because it gives me the best hair of my life every time I use it. This Revlon version is a much more affordable option than that ultra-popular product that's been going viral lately. You know the one. But it's just as effective!

I love this electric blanket because I stay toasty and warm throughout the coldest of seasons without much effort at all. I've just got to turn it on, slide under it, and I'm good to go. And even when it's warm out, I like to turn this on and put it over my toes because my toes are always chilly.

Whether you're a tea drinker, a coffee drinker, or just a ramen eater, this electric kettle is a great option for you. It gives you the chance to boil your water without worrying about the stovetop and an open flame and all that. It's a great option for those that live in dorms!

Clip this light right where you'd like it so you can read throughout the night, no matter how dark it is outside. I love using this because I can turn it in just the right way that I don't wake my husband up while I read into the wee hours, and he snoozes away.

This pack of serums comes with some incredible products that will really give your skin the love it deserves. These serums help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, tightens and brightens your skin, and helps to soothe any irritation or flare ups so you can put your best face forward.

Foot stink is real in our house. My husband works on his feet all throughout the day, and I try to make sure I'm working at my walking desk for at least two hours of my day. All of that is a recipe for foot stink you wouldn't believe. And these banana deodorizers help to keep that stink to a minimum, so I love them!

This peanut muscle roller really helps to dig into your tense and sore muscles to allow for a little relief and release. These are especially great for post-workout healing and for any extra stress or strain you might have put on your body throughout the day. I especially love them for my hips and back.

Anker makes incredible products, and that includes their portable charging boxes. This works so well at protecting your devices from power surges while also rapidly charging your devices so you can spend more time using them and less time charging them up, because who has time to waste charging up their electronics?

With five pets in the house, pet fur is one of the biggest problems that we face, and it just can't be avoided, but it can be helped! This roller helps to pull up fur from your textiles throughout the house so as to avoid sitting down and being completely covered by dog fur.

You've got to try a Squatty Potty. They really change the way you go so you can have an easier experience in the bathroom without the straining that can lead to uncomfortable and totally avoidable side effects. This particular Squatty Potty is attractive, so you can leave it out in your bathroom without any embarrassment.

I love these cleaner refills! All you've got to do is drop this into a spray bottle, add warm water, shake, and go, and it doesn't get much easier than that. The spray is great for all sorts of counters and surfaces, so there's no need to worry about damaging anything with harsh chemicals.

Seriously, this was a lifesaver on my backpacking trip to Europe and I bought a few for my sister so she can pack a little easier when she travels with my nephew, because baby stuff tends to get out of hand. These cubes help you to pack things down tighter so you can fit more in your bags.

This is so good for sensitive skin! I know how hard it can be to find a good product that doesn't aggravate your skin or overwhelm it, especially with oily residue. This formula is oil-free for great coverage that doesn't add unnecessary weight and texture to your skin that clogs your pores.

It can be hard to get a good night's sleep, and if you're spending time traveling on planes, trains, and even in automobiles, you can't always control the light sources. Fortunately, this awesome mask ensures you can sleep without any light infiltrating and bothering your sleep while still being super comfy with its soft and flexible fabric.

This insane scrunchie is one of my favorites that I own because not only does it keep my hair right where I'd like it, it also helps to dry my hair as it goes without leaving one of those annoying lines in my hair that makes it look strange. It's also thick enough toreally pull all of my hair back, which can be a challenge with thick hair like mine.

You don't have to worry about your toiletries sliding or falling around in any shower that you're in when you've got this storage compartment. Its silicone body attaches perfectly to your shower wall so there's no slippage and you can keep everything in easy reach while you're getting yourself washed up.

Avoid letting your beauty blender touch all over your stuff with this case. The last thing you want is a beauty blender that's covered in germs and oils, and this case prevents that from happening. Plus, since it's silicone it's easy to clean and it won't break apart in your bag, either.

I have a menagerie of animals in my house and that means an overabundance of fur in my laundry which means my clothes are never really clean. Until I found this great fur catcher. If you add this to your dryer, it pulls all the fur onto it so you can enjoy fur-free clothes and can look professional when you put on your work clothes.

I try and rotate my clothes every season so my closet isn't overwhelmed with too many clothes. And the best way to do that is with these vacuum bags. They allow me to stow away all the clothes I'm not wearing in a tight pack that's easy to stack and store out of the way until the seasons change again.

This product is just for fun, because I personally think we should be able to have useful products that are also fun to see every day. This paper towel holder is actually a dinosaur with the longest neck I've ever seen. What's cuter than that? Nothing, in my honest opinion.

Your drains can get clogged up pretty easily and pretty quickly, but you want to avoid that whenever possible. And when it's impossible to avoid, you want to be able to easily grab out whatever's clogging it up, which is why I love this drain grabber. It makes quick work of any clogs.

Not only does this jar opener make quick work of opening those stubborn jars your hands aren't always strong enough to pry open, it also hides on the underside of your cabinets so it's out of sight, out of mind. No extra clutter in your kitchen, and I always consider that a huge win.

Gua Sha is a great way to naturally encourage your skin to tighten and brighten, and it can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It's also a terrific form of stress relief and I really recommend putting it in the fridge so it's nice and cool - that helps to reduce puffiness while you're at it!

Even if you're not a fan of traveling rough like I am, a high-quality travel towel like this one can come in handy. It dries out super quickly so you don't have to worry about involving a dryer and it packs up small and tight so you can fit it in your suitcase without worrying about taking up too much space.

You can't underestimate the helpfulness of having a gadget that lets you find items you seem to regularly misplace. I've got a tag on my keys, on my wallet, and I have friends that even put their tags on their dogs (which, when I think about it, isn't that bad of an idea).

This is the best friend of cleaners everywhere, if we're honest. The Pink Stuff does an impeccable job of getting deep in dirt and grime that's built up almost anywhere in your house. It makes quick work of your messes so you can spend more time doing the things you love.

Skincare products make a huge difference and it really matters what kind of skincare you invest in. Fortunately, this wonderful exfoliant is affordable, so it's not a major investment, but it is the sort of buy that your skin is going to thank you for later as it helps to unclog and shrink pores, smooth your skin, and even out your skin tone.

I'm sure you've heard it before, but it really is true - you need to use heat protectant anytime you use heat on your hair! This helps those strands stand up to the damage heat can do. This CHI heat protectant is one of the best out there and not only does an amazing job, but smells good while doing it.

If you travel often, this is a must-have tool for your suitcase. This tripod is a great way to take high-quality pictures even when you're being jostled by crowds. Or bomb selfies that don't actually look like selfies because it comes with an easy-to-use remote.

I'm not big about home security, mostly because I live in the middle of nowhere, but I recently purchased a Blink doorbell for the house as a way to keep an eye on things when I'm not home as we've had a few packages go missing. This is such an amazing buy, I'm mad I didn't buy it years ago!

Olaplex is all anyone seems to talk about these days, at least when it comes to haircare products. It makes sense, though, they make some incredible oils and serums! This bonding oil is one of my favorites because it helps to strengthen my hair and bring shine back to it while also protecting it from sun damage. It does the most.

Okay, "brow glue" might sound like a scary phrase, but it's not, really! It's like your favorite brow wax, but better. NYX has created an amazing product that tames your brows and keeps them stuck just the way you like them, without any actual glue involved, all day long.

When you're trying to nail your makeup coverage, there's nothing quite as annoying as large pores you just can't manage to smooth over. Luckily, e.l.f. has the solution with their phenomenal poreless putty. It covers your skin as a base layer and allows you to gently and effectively build your foundation on top of that.

I love my Echo Show. I keep it in my kitchen and use it for just about everything, though my favorite way to use it is as a way to video call my nephew while I cook. This is a great option for those that love having Alexa around, but want their Alexa to be able to do a little more.

If you're trying to make the most of your skincare routine, there's not a much better way than by steaming open your pores before you start. This allows you to really cleanse your skin deeply while also giving the products a chance to soak in and do the most they can.

LEGOs might not seem relaxing to most people, but I find it incredibly relaxing, and what I find even more exciting than getting to start a new set is starting one that's going to be a gorgeous decoration. This bonsai tree is going to make an amazing piece of decor once I finish and it'll beautifully fit in just about anyone's home!

Acrylic is such a great material for stands and shelves (at least of the desk variety) and I love my acrylic laptop stand. I recently purchased this acrylic phone stand for myself so I can keep my phone in my eye line while I'm working or go hands-free while still keeping an eye on the recipe on my phone.

Do you remember the Polaroid you had growing up? That big, bulky thing that brought you so much joy because it instantly printed your new favorite memories? Well, this Instax Mini does the same thing, but in a slimmer, cuter body with much higher-quality images.

These acrylic storage bins are a great way to keep your fridge, vanity drawers, dresser, or desk organized. I love using them because I can still easily see what's in them without having to dig around, but everything's nice and neat and organized the way I like it.

I don't know anyone with a well-organized spice situation, except the people I follow on Pinterest, of course, but having an organized spice cabinet really makes a huge difference. No more rummaging through bottles while you're cooking, just grab what you need and get going!

There's no such thing as too many candles, and that's just a fact, but there is such a thing as bad candles, and that's the last thing you want. Fortunately, this candle is one that smells unbelievable, which is why you've got to grab it - your living room needs this scent!

I see these all over the internet and it always makes me smile. My grandmother had mugs just like these and I love that they're coming back! They make a beautiful addition to your kitchen and since they're crystal; they fit in with anyone's aesthetic, even if you don't have one.

I love doing things by candlelight, but the problem with that is my cats. They're pretty destructive and the last thing they need to have around is open flames. That's why I love these candle sticks - they give you that beautiful candlelight glow without the potentially dangerous candlelight flames.

My parents love art and one of the best things I've done for them was buy them some of these art lamps. They go right above their prints and paintings and give a sort of finished, gallery-style look to their works. It elevates everything they've got out and looks plain stunning.

Don't underestimate the usefulness of this product! I'm short on space in my kitchen, and this rack does an incredible job of keeping my pans sorted and organized so I can find the one I need when I need it, no digging around necessary.

This Charlotte Tilbury setting spray is some of the best I've ever used! It's a great way to keep your makeup on all day with minimal smudging for up to 16 hours. It's lightweight and oil-free, too, so it's going to feel great on your skin, no matter your skin type.

If you don't have this water bottle yet, I'm surprised, but also have to insist you get one! I don't love hydrating, mostly because I'm bad at it, but having this water bottle makes it a lot easier. And more fun. Plus, now I look like one of the cool kids, and that's always a plus.

I've never been very good at cutting wrapping paper. I love getting the scissors to just sail across the paper, but that's actually pretty hard. And then I just sort of hack at the paper and it looks ugly. It's no good. But with this handy gadget? No paper cuts and clean cuts, every time!

Spending a lot of time staring at screens seems to be a part of the modern work world, but that's not the best thing for your eyes. These blue light blocking glasses help to lower the eyestrain caused by screens while also helping you to avoid some of those annoying headaches you can sometimes develop.

If you're looking for an easy way to keep your coffee warm all day, without having to pay an arm and a leg, this warmer is for you. You can keep your drinks warm for as long as you want at a reasonable temperature without having to microwave and re-microwave it.