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We're sharing our Amazon receipts.
Everyone has their go-to spot for the items they both need and want, and as it happens, for many of our editors, that spot is Amazon. It should come as no surprise that we turn to the enormous online retailer for the seemingly random, but also quite useful, home essentials that pop into our minds. So, we thought it would be fun to ask editors what their most recent Amazon purchase was, and we were pretty amused by the answers.
From the newest and most "elite," Brita filter, as one editor put it, to perhaps the sweetest ceramic soap dish we've seen in a minute, behold, the useful products editors just bought on Amazon. See something that tickles your fancy? Go ahead and add it to your cart. It will be in good company. Check out our most recent purchases now to get to know the editors who truly love to shop.
"I don't travel that often, but when I do, I like to bring all of my beauty products, and I can't do the trial size bottles because when they get too low in product, I have to just buy another, and then I end up with tons of nearly empty trial size bottles I never end up using. Enter Ries, perhaps the most beautiful pre-labeled 1.7-ounce bottles that are both leak-proof and TSA-approved. Plus, they're refillable (and also labeled, so you will never put facial cleanser in your hair thinking it's shampoo), so I can just use the full-size products I already have. There's also an airless pump, so I can get every drop of product."
—Jessica Cherner, Associate Shopping Editor
"I like my kitchen counter pretty bare, so the only things on display are things I use daily, such as my coffee maker, favorite four mugs, olive oil dispenser, and, now, a utensil crock. Because it's to be out in the open at all times, I wanted something as beautiful as it is utilitarian, so I landed on this option from Le Creuset, which happens to be my absolute favorite cookware brand. The fact that it's a thick, glossy ceramic gives me hope that it will stand up against a few splatters over the years."
—Jessica Cherner, Associate Shopping Editor
"The last thing I bought on Amazon wasn't for me; it was on a family member's wedding registry! However, I have and love this little hand vac for smaller messes, so I was happy to gift it for her bridal shower. It has great suction and decent battery life. Sometimes, the best things bought on Amazon are the most useful!"
—Mackenzie Dunn, Senior Commerce Manager
"I recently swapped out my old soap dish for this adorable ceramic flower-shaped one, and I'm in love. My previous generic soap dish was fine, but I didn't care for the fact that it collected water, which I think also played a role in dissolving them too quickly. This new dish has a clever little drainage solution through the stem that lets water flow away, keeping the soap elevated and dry. The data's out, but I feel like my bars are now lasting longer! Also, did I mention that it's absolutely adorable?"
—Soumi Sarkar, Digital Designer
"For a last-minute brunch we hosted at our place, I needed trivets to keep skillets and piping hot pots from ruining our dining table, so I looked on Amazon to find affordable yet cute ones, and these popped up. They are very well made and keep the hottest of pans from touching my table. I like the squiggle shape of them, and thought they were a really nice find on Amazon."
—Marina Liao, Senior Commerce Editor
"I recently moved into a new apartment with a dated bathroom, and I knew that a luxurious shower curtain would elevate the vibe. This one is heavyweight, but water and grime bead off of it, so it won't immediately get dirty. I paired it with a waterproof curtain on the inside of the shower. The best part is that it's machine washable."
—Bianca Bonetti, Assistant Social Media Editor
"Do these even need an explanation based on how adorable they are? These were very clearly an impulse purchase that I have no regrets about. They're also frighteningly realistic-looking!"
—Jessica Cherner, Associate Shopping Editor
"I recently snagged a bunch of new plant babies from the plant marketplace Palmstreet. I bought an aeonium succulent to liven up my windowless bathroom, but I knew it would need some extra light. This grow light was expert-recommended and actually cute enough to want to have on display. It comes with a bamboo base wide enough to hold my plant and a scent diffuser. It totally brightens up the room (pun absolutely intended)."
—Janae McKenzie, Associate Commerce Editor
"I've been meaning to organize my thousands of digital photos and videos for what feels like forever, and getting this 1TB hard drive was just the kick in the pants I needed to finally begin. I can password-protect it if I want. Otherwise, there's no setup. Just plug it into your laptop and start dragging files to it."
—Jessica Dukes, Commerce Editor
"I needed a new full-length mirror and wanted one that had the trendy arched top, but many I found were too wide for my narrow apartment wall. At only 19 inches across, this has the look I was trying to achieve, but fits in a small space. It's also not too heavy, which will be great for the next time I move."
—Angel Madison, Commerce Editor
"Branch Basics initially sent me a pack to test, and I ended up loving them so much that once the Freenie pack was done, I bought three more from Amazon. I love that they don't come in a plastic film or pouch because that contributes to the microplastics in our environment, and the tablets work really well to remove grease and grime off my bowls, plates, and cutlery."
—Marina Liao, Senior Commerce Editor
"My best friend has this mirror, and I finally caved and got my own. Believe it or not, I was blinding myself by shining a desk lamp into my face to do my makeup before I bought this vanity mirror. It has three different light temperature settings, and the brightness is adjustable. I haven't had a streaky makeup application since."
—Bianca Bonetti, Assistant Social Media Editor
"I know a Brita filter isn't the sexiest home find, but hear me out. My brother recently introduced my whole family to this 'elite' version of the standard filter replacement, which is designed to remove five times more contaminants and up to 99 percent of lead for cleaner, safer tap water. If you already have a Brita pitcher, this is a fairly cost-effective swap, too—a two-pack will last a full year for just under $35."
—Blair Donovan, Digital Director
"When the power went out in my apartment while I was working from home, I became painfully aware of how limited my laptop battery is. It convinced me to finally pull the trigger on this brick of a portable charger. It's one of the best tech purchases I've made in years. It can charge my phone three times over and revive my near-dead computer. Plus, the cords are built-in, so I never have to worry about forgetting one. This will be a godsend come summer travel season."
—Janae McKenzie, Associate Commerce Editor
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