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60 Random Things Under $20 That Are Life-Changing

Total game-changers, starting at $8.

by Jessica Booth
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The collection of life-changing items below is proof you don’t have to drop half your paycheck in order to get something you’re going to genuinely love using — every single day. From convenient car organizers to clever, travel-friendly toiletries to a smoothing sheet mask for your butt (yes, you read that right), there is literally something for everyone. And the best part of all is that these game-changers start at just $8.

01Multi-Colored Lights That Make Your Shower Such A Vibe

These puck lights are waterproof, which makes them perfectly suited to seriously spice up your shower. You can choose between 15 different vibrant colors depending on the vibe you want, and these can be controlled by a remote control for ease. They also run on battery power, so there’s no complicated wiring involved.

02Disposable Liners To Help Keep Your Air Fryer Clean

The secret to a spotless air fryer, even if you use it every day, is to get these air fryer liners. Made of unbleached parchment paper, they’re food-safe, greaseproof, and compost-friendly. They come in a few different sizes so they’ll fit perfectly in the basket, and work to sop up extra grease and food splatters. Toss them when you’re done to make cleanup faster and easier.

03Travel-Size Lint Rollers In A Cute Cloud Case

Keep your clothing lint- and hair-free even when you’re out and about with these mini lint rollers. They come in a cute cloud-shaped case and are just the right size to fit in your bag or even in a pocket. They come with eight rolls, each of which have 30 sheets, and they grip onto everything, leaving your clothes looking fresh and clean.

04A Flat Brush That Blends Makeup Perfectly

Not only is this flat top kabuki brush an excellent price, but it also comes backed up by over 31,000 five-star ratings. The soft, dense bristles help to blend your makeup for a smooth, even look, and the petal-shape design makes it easy to hold and maneuver. One shopper also noted: “Love that it came with a case that can be used to keep it in your makeup bag.”

05Weather-Sealing Tape That Looks So Subtle

Winterizing your home doesn’t have to be pricey or time-consuming when you use this insulation tape. Thick, super adhesive, and transparent, this is easy to stretch over where you need it, then cut to size. The clear color makes it really subtle, and it keeps chilly breezes from getting in. You also don’t have to worry about it leaving behind annoying residue when removed.

06Vanity Lights That Make You Feel Like A Star

Add these large Hollywood-style lights to your vanity or bathroom mirror to immediately make you feel more glamorous. They look gorgeous and also provide a bright light that makes it a lot easier to do precise hair and makeup. You can adjust the brightness and color temperature, and double-sided adhesive makes them a breeze to install.

07Tiny Toothbrushes Pre-Packed With Toothpaste

These mini disposable toothbrushes are so easy to keep in your bag whether you’re traveling, commuting, or camping. Each one is pre-loaded with a little toothpaste, no water necessary, so you don’t even need a sink to use them. They’re individually wrapped, so you can take just a few at a time, and when you’re done using it, just toss it in the trash.

08Stickers That Catch Hair Before It Goes Down The Drain

These drain stickers might just be the easiest way to keep your drain clear when taking a shower. They fit nicely over most drains and they actually stay on throughout the shower. The sticky side grips onto the drain, and the mesh catches hair and other debris before it can go down. When you’re done, cleanup means just picking them up and tossing them in the trash.

09Soothing Lavender Eye Masks That Heat Up

These steam eye masks are exactly what you need after a long day. Once removed from the packaging, these start to warm up in a way that feels gentle and soothing, not overwhelming. They have a subtle lavender scent for a calming feel and can help ease inflammation, puffiness, and soreness. Leave them on as long as you need, then toss them when you’re done.

10A Tissue Holder That Slips Onto Your Sun Visor

This tissue holder is a handy, if unexpected, accessory for your car. It comes filled with tissues and can be refilled as needed, while the slim size allows you to slip it over a visor for subtle storage. This keeps it out of the way while also still being neatly within reach. Choose between several colors to find one that matches your car.

11A Hair Tie Holder Easy To Keep On You Always

Sick of digging through your overcrowded handbag in search of the hair tie you know you put in there earlier? This portable hair tie holder will make that a thing of the past. You can wrap a few hair ties around it, then clip it onto a key ring for easy and fast access. It’s a breeze to use and the small size makes it comfortable to carry anywhere.

12A Compact Table Lamp To Take Anywhere

Ensure you always have proper lighting around you with this compact lamp. It folds down to a small size that can be placed in nearly any bag, then opens to a stand-up lamp with a bright LED light. It’s battery operated and rechargeable, so you don’t have to worry about plugging anything in, and you can adjust the brightness to your liking.

13Earring Support Patches That Prevent Drooping

If you’ve noticed that your earrings are making your ears look droopy, these support patches are worth a try. Apply the patch to the back of the ear, and it lifts the lobe and prevents the earring from sagging. “These are worth the few dollars more than cheaper brands as they are sturdier, easier to take off without folding over on themselves, and stay in place better,” one shopper wrote.

14A Handheld Stitch Gun For Quick Clothing Fixes

This handheld stitch gun is so easy to use that even those who have never sewed before can handle it. It’s perfect for quick fixes or alterations to your clothing, like hemming your pants or mending a tear, and it works on almost any material. “It’s lightweight and simple to use for even an amateur at sewing,” one shopper wrote. “[It] works great for hemming pants and fixing seams.”

15Glittering Camera Covers That Are Just So Adorable

Most phone cases cover everything except the lens of your camera, which tends to be one of the more delicate parts. These camera covers are made of transparent glass that won’t affect your photos but do prevent the lens from getting scratched or damaged. Even better? They’re glittery and colorful around the rim.

16A Handy File Organizer With A Protective Lid

Perfect for keeping your office or home desk neat and organized, this large file organizer box holds a lot, with or without tabs. You can fill it with your most important documents, organize everything as needed, then close the lid to keep it all protected. It collapses nearly flat when not in use.

17A Fine-Mesh Strainer You Can Use Hands-Free

This kitchen sink strainer is surprisingly versatile. The fine mesh is perfect for draining pasta, washing product, or rinsing grains like rice of quinoa. A suction cup attaches to the sink side so that it can be used hands-free. When not in use, the whole thing folds to make space in the sink.

18Mini Claw Clips That Boost Root Volume

If you find that your hair often falls flat whether you’re heat styling or air drying, try these mini claw clips. They’re meant to clip in at the roots of your hair, holding strands upwards to lift roots with damaging hair or leaving any obvious bends or dents. You can wear them if you’re air drying hair, or diffusing or blow drying.

19Adjustable Blind Spot Mirrors For A Better View When Driving

These blind spot mirrors are a smart way to give you a better view from the driver’s seat. They have an adhesive backing for easy application, with a curved shape and 360-degree adjustment that makes it a breeze to keep an eye on what’s going on in your blind spot. The set comes with two mirrors, adhesive backing, and a rubber scraper to remove them when needed.

20Pads That Prevent Your Washing Machine From Vibrating

If your washing machine tends to vibrate and make an obnoxiously loud sound, the fix is actually quite simple: Use these machine foot pads to make it more stable and steady. Made of high-quality rubber with an anti-slip bottom, these help absorb shock, preventing frustrating vibrations, as well as sidestepping scuffs and scratches on the surface beneath.

21A Grid That Makes Flower Arranging Easy

Want your fresh flowers placed just so in a vase? This silicone grid makes that task a lot simpler. It stretches over the rim of almost any vase, and allows you to slide a stem into each slot. This gives you more control over an aesthetically pleasing bouquet and also helps keep stems upright so there’s minimal drooping.

22A Lip Balm Holder To Stick In Your Car

This lip balm holder is the perfect item for your go-to car lip balm (you know, the one you keep in there at all times). An adhesive backing means you can easily attach it to the dashboard or front console so it’s always within reach, no digging through your bag to find it. And while great for the car, it can really be used anywhere.

23Elegant Pen Holders For Your Notebook

Ensure that your favorite pen is always with your planner or daily notebook by using one of these magnetic pen loops. They snap onto books and notebooks very easily, with a little loop to keep any pen securely in place. The leather look gives it an elevated feel, and you can choose from a wide variety of colors when shopping.

24A Grip That Makes Keys Easier To Handle

This thoughtfully designed key turner works by extending the size of your key head, providing extra leverage and reducing the need to “pinch” the key in order to move it. This makes it a lot easier to turn — it will help cut down on unnecessary strain and make getting in the door feel more manageable. The bright colors also make it easier to find your keys when needed.

25A Unique Portable Lamp Shaped Like A Flower

At first glance, this flower lamp might look like another faux flower in an arrangement. But it’s actually a little portable lamp, with a bright LED bulb with a small size and flexible gooseneck that allows you to point it exactly where you need extra light. You can even wrap the neck around something for hands-free use.

26A Splash Guard That Prevents Bathtub Messes

This silicone splash guard provides a barrier between the bath and the rest of your bathroom, and is designed to help keep water in the tub, not on the floor. It uses strong suction cups to attach to the side of the tub (no adhesives to deal with) and can double as a little ledge for bath accessories. It also works great as a sink splash guard if needed.

27A Travel-Friendly Humidifier That’s Wildly Inexpensive

Perfect for small bedside tables, crowded spaces, or traveling, this mini humidifier is compact, oddly adorable, and has a wildly tiny price tag. It also works well for its size, with two spray modes, a super quiet operation, and features like a night-light. You can control the mist output and there’s an auto shutoff that gives you peace of mind.

28A Copper Charm To Extend The Life Of Cut Flowers

Extend the life of your fresh-cut flowers by slipping in a copper charm at the bottom of the vase. The copper is designed to help keep the water clear and reduce buildup (this can lead to bacteria that makes flowers deteriorate). It’s thicker and heavier than a penny, and it looks cute with the moon shape. Plus, it comes with a bag for easy storage when not in use.

29A Stick-On Organizer To Use In Your Car

This car pocket organizer is an easy way to keep your small essentials close by rather than rolling around on the ground while you’re driving. There’s enough room to stash your phone, a small wallet, and other compact items, and it comes with an adhesive pad to place anywhere, whether that’s the back or side of a seat or the dashboard.

30Gel-Infused Heel Socks That Leave Feet Softer

Get softer feet while you’re sleeping with these moisturizing heel socks. They’re infused with a hydrating blend of vitamin E, jojoba oil, and olive oil, which leaves your feet super soft and helps get rid of dry skin and callouses. They only cover the heel, so they’re comfortable enough to wear overnight, even if you don’t like sleeping with socks on.

31A Professional-Level UV Nail Light For Fast Drying

Forget the pricey gel manicure at the salon. You can do it on your own at home with the right polish and this handy UV nail lamp. It’s a breeze to operate and has a flexible gooseneck so that you can point it directly where you want. It cures gel nails quickly and is rechargeable. “This is such a lifesaver,” one shopper wrote. “I loooove the foot pedal. That way I can do gel x and use both my hands freely.”

32Mini Carabiners To Attach To Your Zippers

These zipper pulls can be used in a bunch of different ways, whether you’re attaching them to your zippers as a theft deterrent or using them as a makeshift zipper pull when the original one has broken. They come in a pack of six, with three black and three white, but there are lots of options to choose from.

33A Smoothing Sheet Mask For Your Booty

Yes, this is a sheet mask for your butt. Made with collagen, aloe leaf, goji berry, and caffeine, this is meant to hydrate, firm, and smooth skin, leaving it feel softer and even more firm. “I haven’t had a product work this well so quickly in a long time,” one shopper wrote. “I used this butt sheet mask yesterday. Today? My ass looks GREAT. I’m buying 4 more.”

34A Sleek Cord Holder Made Of Steel

Made of durable stainless steel, this cord holder is heavy enough to keep any cable from sliding off your desk. It relies only on its weight to keep the cord in place, meaning you don’t have to worry about any adhesive backing damaging the surface. It also works well as a paperweight when needed.

35A Bottle Stopper That Creates A Unique Lamp

This unique bottle stopper can certainly be used to prevent open drinks from getting flat or stale, but it also — and more remarkably — doubles as a lamp. Once you put it in your bottle of choice, it gives off a nice glow, making an old bottle of alcohol or otherwise look into an eye-catching piece of decor.

36A Convenient Cup Holder For Your Luggage

Speed-walking through the airport with your coffee, passport, and luggage in hand is easier said than done. That’s why this luggage caddy should be an essential. It slides over the handle of your suitcase and gives you two spacious pockets to stash your items. It can act as a cupholder for your water or coffee, and a pouch for your phone and other small items.

37An Elastic Card Holder You Can Slip In Your Pocket

Ideal for the outfits that just don’t work with a large bag and wallet, this slim wallet holds up to 10 cards and also has room for some cash. You can conveniently attach it to a key ring and the slim size makes it easy to stick it in your pocket or a small clutch.

38A Glove That Expertly Gets Rid Of Spare Fur

Cats and dogs might be cute, but they leave their hair everywhere. And unfortunately, it’s not always that easy to clean up unless you whip out the vacuum. This pet hair removal glove has a grippy surface that grabs onto all of those little hairs and removes them easily. It’s also washable and reusable, making it more sustainable than single use lint papers.

39Silicone Gaskets That Keep Taper Candles Upright

If you have taper candles that just don’t seem to fit well into the candle holders, these silicone grippers are worth trying. They go around the bottom of the candle and offer a snug fit, keeping the candles stable and steady so they don’t tip over. They’re fairly subtle as well, especially with a white or cream candle.

40An Insert To Keep Large Purses Tidy

The biggest disadvantage of a large tote bag is that it becomes an endless pit, swallowing your items and making it hard to find anything you need. This organizer insert is equipped with multiple pockets and compartments that make it so much easier to keep your purse contents neat and organized. Plus, you can remove this as needed and use the wristlet strap to carry it around as a small bag.

41Bright Handle Covers To Help You Identify Your Luggage

These luggage wraps, available in a variety of bright, hard-to-miss colors, make your suitcase instantly identifiable. It’s especially useful for luggage in typical shapes or omnipresent colors like black or gray that could easily be confused for someone else’s. These are designed to wrap neatly and securely around any handle.

42Extra-Large Body Wipes For A Refreshed Feel

Keep these large body wipes on hand for the moments when you don’t have time to take a shower but you need to do... something. They have a cooling, refreshing feel, and are infused with vitamin E and chamomile to help keep your skin moisturized and soft. These are excellent for using on the go, after the gym, or whenever you’re having a sweaty moment.

43Colorful Hair Ties That Double As Bracelets

If you have a habit of keeping your spare hair ties on your wrist, then you might as well use these bracelet hair ties. They’re designed to look like jewelry rather than just an elastic band, and come in a variety of colors with a pretty woven design. They feel comfy on your wrist, but they’re still secure enough to keep your hair style strong.

44Electric Lighters That Work Even In The Rain

Both waterproof and windproof, these flameless lighters are likely more durable and reliable than others you’ve tried. They work in windy and wet weather, and you can easily adjust the size of the flame with a flick of your finger. They’re ideal for camping, hiking, or using outdoors, and they can be recharged to use over and over again.

45A Handy Organizer That Sticks Onto Your Laptop

This laptop sleeve just might be the best way to keep your accessories right by your laptop. It attaches with an adhesive grip that peels off cleanly, and gives you three pockets to stash a mouse, your phone, and even some small office supplies. It’s lightweight and so helpful to keep essentials close when on the go.

46A Genius Band That Creates Cropped Tops

You can magically turn any shirt into a crop top with this elastic waist band. It’s a lot more comfortable and easier to use than a belt or trying a hack like tucking your shirt into your bra. Just put it on, tuck the shirt into the band, then adjust the size to make sure it feels good and keeps everything in place. It’s super subtle and won’t budge.

47A Discreet Flosser That Looks Like Lipstick

This toothpick flosser is handy to use when you’re out and about and need to floss. It can fit between your teeth nicely to leave your mouth feeling clean, and it’s easy to wash and reuse, making it an eco-friendly option compared to regular floss. The cutest part is that it’s disguised to look like lipstick so no one will know what you’re up to.

48Reusable Drink Sleeves To Keep Your Hands Comfy

Made of soft and flexible neoprene, these cup sleeves are so handy to have, whether you’re out and about or at home. They come in a pack of three in different sizes, and you can slip them over any type of cup. The material absorbs excess moisture and covers the bottom as well, they dry quickly, and you can choose between a variety of colors and prints.

49A Travel-Friendly Jewelry Holder That Folds Up

This jewelry roll bag is perfect for packing everything up when traveling. There are several pockets and compartments to organize each piece of jewelry, with space for earrings, a roll for rings, and pockets for bracelets and necklaces. You can roll this to a compact size and stash it in your bag, or even use it on your nightstand at home.

50A Foldable Keyboard That Connects To Your Phone

This compact keyboard makes it so much easier to do tasks on your phone or tablet, and is a breeze to use. You can connect it to your devices via Bluetooth, so there’s no wire involved, and when you’ready to pack it up, it folds in half. The battery should last at least 48 hours before it needs a recharge.

51A Shower Steamer Holder To Keep The Floor Clear

Shower steamers are really soothing to use, but they typically sit on the floor and can make it a little slippery while they melt. This shower steamer tray attaches to the wall and keeps them off the floor, but still allows the steam from the shower to make it work as intended.

52An Essential Oil Blend That Relaxes & Soothes

Made of a soothing blend of peppermint, basil, and eucalyptus oils, this oil blend feels and smells incredibly relaxing. You can apply a few pumps to your fingers, breathe it in, then dab it on your pulse points to calm down during any time of day.

53A Container That Keeps Herbs Fresh Longer

Fresh herbs tend to go bad quickly, but when stored properly, can last for weeks. This herb keeper allows you to store the herbs in a bit of water, keeping them hydrated without making them soggy or slimy. The larger size is also excellent for storing lettuce. “I cut up a head of lettuce, washed and spun it dry and 7 days later it's still green and crisp with very little browning!” one shopper affirmed.

54Clever Headbands That Play Well With Glasses

When you wear glasses but want to wear a headband to keep your hair back, the arms of these items can sometimes clash. Well, these square headbands let you comfortably use both, with arms that are curved to accommodate glasses. They come in a set of six in colors, and while comfortably keep hair in place.

55Pads To Prevent Stacked Pots From Scratching

These pads are made of a thick, soft felt and are meant to be used as dividers when storing your pots and pans. Slip these between each pan to help prevent scratches and other damage, keeping your cookware in the best shape possible. They come in a pack of 12 in different sizes.

56Scrunchie Hair Ties With A Hidden Pocket

These might look like your typical scrunchies, but they actually offer secret storage. Each one has a hidden pocket for small essentials, like cash, ID, or makeup. They’re smart to bring when traveling, as no one would expect them to hide anything, and they’re honestly just fun to use.

57A “Cage” That Makes It Easy To Wash Your Hats

Washing your hats is no longer a chore thanks to this hat washer cage. This keeps your favorite hat from getting distorted and misshapen in the washing machine, and can even straighten and revive hats that look worse for wear. “LOVE IT! Revived a few caps that I've had in the closet, refusing to throw them out for years!!” one reviewer wrote. “A quick wash and dry cycle - and BOOM - I have my favorite lids back!!!”

58Textured Stickers To Help Calm Anxiety

These sensory stickers have a rough, tactile surface that is so interesting to touch and oddly soothing as well. They come in a variety of different colors and themes, and you can place them anywhere. Fidgeting with them is a discreet way to help relieve some stress and anxiety.

59Cute Plant Supports To Keep Stems Upright

Made for Monstera or other droopy plants, this stem support is a clever way to keep your greenery upright and looking well. It wraps around the stems to ensure that they grow and stay upright, rather than getting sad-looking. The design is simple and the clips stay secure without destroying delicate stems.

60Exfoliating Shower Gloves & Loofahs In 1

These shower gloves are basically like a glove and a loofah sponge combined. The textured material helps gently exfoliate skin and gets rid of dry skin without leaving it feeling stripped. Because you can slide your hand in the glove, it’s a lot easier to hold onto, and you can machine wash these as needed to keep them clean.