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12 undiscovered, groundbreaking gadgets you wish you had known about sooner


12 undiscovered, groundbreaking gadgets you wish you had known about sooner

Some products you hear about on social media because they’re so good they go viral. Everyone wants to try the popular CosRx Snail Mucin Essence for smoother skin or this extra-handy carry-on suitcase with a built-in cup holder. But just because something doesn’t go viral doesn’t mean it isn’t absolutely incredible. Case in point: these 12 products that are still flying under the radar on Amazon. They can make traveling more enjoyable, cooking a little easier, and your home a little more luxurious. If you’ve never heard of them, that’s not a bad thing—though we bet you’ll wish you’d known about them sooner. Consider yourself a trendsetter and add one or more to your cart today.

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Free up more counter space for doing your hair and makeup with this foldable sink cover. The soft silicone is heat resistant up to 400°F, so you can rest your curling iron on it. Plus, it’s super easy to clean if makeup gets on it. And even better, when you’re not using the cover, you can roll it up and store it in a drawer or bathroom cabinet.

$27 at Amazon

Amazon

If you’re getting ready for a long-haul or overnight flight, you might want to pass the time on board with a little sleep. However, it can be difficult to find a comfortable position to rest, especially if you’re sitting in the middle or aisle. This travel pillow can make things a little easier, though. Keep it rolled up in your carry-on. When you board, you can inflate it and then strap it around your torso like a body-sized pillow.

$30 at Amazon

Amazon

Not sure how to use your air fryer? This magnetic cheat sheet can help. It includes heat levels and cooking times for frying vegetables, poultry, beef, seafood, and frozen foods. Whenever you want to cook something, you can simply refer to this chart and follow along. Since it’s magnetic, you can stick it to the side of your air fryer or to the refrigerator for safekeeping.

$8 on Amazon

Amazon

If you’re constantly turning your pillow to the cool side, grab this one that stays cool all around. It’s made from naturally cooling gel memory foam that’s also ventilated for extra breathability. And because it’s foam, it won’t lose its shape like a traditional feather pillow and cradle your head as you sleep.

$24 at Amazon

Amazon

If your arms hurt when you dry your hair, this ultra-lightweight hairdryer could be the solution – it weighs just about 1.5 kilograms. But don’t let its weight fool you, this thing is still powerful. It offers four speeds and three heat settings and can dry hair four times faster than the average hairdryer, according to the manufacturer.

(Author’s note: I tested this hair dryer and it is lighter and faster than my Shark FlexStyle! Plus it’s cheaper.)

$170 at Amazon

Amazon

If you make a lot of pizza at home, the last step in serving is slicing the pizza. But if you want to cut through even the thickest crusts and topping layers without the pizza ripping apart in the process, pizza scissors are your best bet. These “scizzas” cut oven-hot pizza into clean, even slices—without cheese dripping or toppings sliding off the top. They feature a unique spatula cover that fits over the bottom blade to gently slide the scissors under the pizza without scratching your serving plates and nonstick pans. And the extra-long 5-inch stainless steel blades give you more control over your pizza slices than traditional kitchen scissors.

$29 at Amazon

Amazon

Tired of cleaning hair out of your drain? These nearly invisible, fine mesh stickers can help. Simply stick one over your shower drain and let the hair collect on top. You can then pick up the hair and throw it away, or leave it and throw the whole sticker away from time to time. The stickers come in a pack of 25, so you can change them every few days, once a week, or as often as you like.

$12 at Amazon

Amazon

Pura’s Smart Home Diffuser diffuses all your favorite scents. The brand has partnered with Anthropologie, Apotheke, Lafco, Nest New York, Tommy Bahama, Disney, and more to turn its best-selling candles into scents you can diffuse. Enter up to two scents at once and connect the device to an app on your phone. From the app, you can turn the diffuser function on and off, increase the intensity, and even schedule which scent to diffuse when. For example, this starter set includes the Lavender Fields and Yuzu Citron scents. You can program the refreshing Yuzu Citron scent to diffuse in the morning when you wake up to help you feel energized, and program the Lavender Fields scent to diffuse in the evening when you want to wind down.

$62 at Amazon

Amazon

This may look like a simple yet chic paper towel holder, but there’s a little secret hidden in the middle: a spray bottle. Fill the bottle with your usual countertop spray and whip it out when your kitchen needs cleaning. This eliminates the need to get out your cleaning supplies and keeps the mess to a minimum. (Minimalist cleanliness freaks, rejoice!) In addition to brass gold, it’s also available in silver, black, or white to match your kitchen.

$80 at Amazon

Amazon

Want to cool down on the go? These portable mini fans plug into the bottom of your phone and give you just enough air to keep sweat from running down your upper lip. You get six in a pack, so you can carry one in each purse or pass it along to family members. They’re compatible with iPhones and Androids thanks to the included converters.

$14 at Amazon

Amazon

If you want to watch the in-flight entertainment on your next flight, the AirFly SE lets you connect your own wireless headphones to the TV. (The alternative is to use the airline-provided headphones, which usually don’t have the best sound or are uncomfortable.) This device simply connects the two devices via Bluetooth and offers up to 20 hours of battery life. Plus, it’s small enough to slip into your personal belongings.

$35 at Amazon

Amazon

This easy-to-use towel warmer lets you make every day feel like a spa day. Simply place your towels inside, turn up the heat and let them warm up while you slip into a bubble bath or just take a quick shower. In the winter, you can also use it to warm up blankets, slippers and bathrobes for ultimate coziness.

$147 at Amazon

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