Our Editors Shop Amazon *A Lot*—Here Are 16 of Their Favorite Finds of 2024

Beauty lovers won't be able to get enough of this Intense Mascara from Grande Cosmetics, notes Assistant Commerce Editor Natalie LaBarbera, who writes, "I can never say enough good things about Grande Cosmetics' mascara! A few of my faves are this GrandeDrama thickening mascara, the GrandePrimer and the brown conditioning mascara—they all make my lashes *so much* longer and more defined." A mascara that gives you naturally long lashes *and* stays on all day? Count me in!

Assistant Sales and Deals editor Destinee Scott nabbed this portable steamer, which has also turned out to be a fave of PureWow readers, too. While she hasn't traveled with it yet, its portable size has come in handy for all kinds of uses at home. "It's such a vibe I don't see why anyone would ever use a traditional iron when they've got this," she says. "I also feel like it's easier to get wrinkles out of my delicate clothing and bedding."

Stephanie Meraz, PureWow's Associate Fashion Commerce Editor, calls out these super effective (and cute) salad scissors: "My sister convinced me to buy these salad scissors, and it’s truly one of the best purchases I’ve ever made," she says, adding, "It cuts the lettuce, greens, protein, veggies, fruit (literally everything you add into your salad mix) into bite-sized pieces while simultaneously mixing it with the dressing. My salads are not only easy to eat, they taste 10x better, as well."

Assistant Editor Delia Curtis dubbed the Mighty Patch pimple patches, which come with 36 blemish-fighting patches in a pack, as their favorite buy: "As I sit here typing with a Hero Mighty Patch currently on my face…I cannot sing Hero's praises enough. I’d be lying if I said that the Mighty Patches weren’t absolute magic. They truly are able to suck up a ton of gunk and impurities from the skin whenever you apply one to the face." Noting that you can wear them during the day or overnight, as they really blend into the skin, they added, "I always see that my pimples significantly shrink by the time my patch has run its course. I’d recommend them for anyone struggling with pesky pimples and are looking for some much-needed relief."

Candace Davison, VP of Editorial Content, says this fidget cube has come in handy for her little one when traveling. "I look for anything that will preoccupy my very active toddler when we're on a plane, and this wacky little fidget cube has been a godsend. It's a great gift to keep kids busy, because there are pop-its and knobs to twist and buttons to push on every surface. At least until you have to pull out the white flag and hand over a tablet."

My best friend is addicted to coffee, and since moving in with her over the summer, I, too, have become somewhat of a coffee fanatic. This coffee maker from Mr. Brew is super efficient as it comes with seven different settings, and a specialized time control for brewing. The result is delicious, piping hot coffee that gives you the energy to get your day started. And if you're in the mood for a cold brew, the machine has you covered in that department as well.

Tumblers have definitely been a major trend in 2024, and while everybody automatically jumps toward the oh-so-popular Stanley cup, LaBarbera thinks you shouldn't sleep on BrüMate either. "BruMate's tumblers and mugs are *so* good. I love that the tops lock so I can toss them in my workout or beach bag without worrying over spills and they easily keep drinks cold, even overnight." An under-$50 buy, it comes in 14 different colors.

If your allergies are particularly bad during the spring and summer, then you're in the same boat as Associate Sales and Deals Editor Destinee Scott, who suggests picking up this helpful (and affordable) throat spray. "I have really bad allergies, and the up and down weather doesn't help, but this Propolis throat spray does. It has 95 percent of bee propolis extract, and it tastes bitter but if my throat starts feeling scratchy, this spray helps it go away almost overnight."

If having more energy (sans coffee) is one of your 2025 resolutions, you'll want to add Senior Editor Dana Dickey's pick to your wishlist: "I'm thrilled with my LMNT electrolytes sampler—I add this to my water daily. It's sodium, potassium and magnesium, with a smidge of flavor. Especially before I work out or after a lot of caffeine, this helps me to be sharper mentally, stave off dehydration headaches and just have more energy all-around...and the flavors, like watermelon salt and citrus salt, are light and refreshing."

Living in the country has meant enjoying more nights outside, and this fire flame has certainly added an extra touch to the fun with its beautiful ambiance. It is lightweight enough to carry around if you want to take a nighttime walk with it, and the glass design is weather-resistant, meaning you won't have to worry about potential damage if it starts raining out of nowhere. I highly recommend snagging one for yourself if you're into the outdoor life.

Also at the top of Scott's list of best purchases is this detergent, which other buyers also agree smells amazing: "I hate that I love this laundry detergent because it's not cheap, but can you really put a price on smelling like a million bucks without wearing perfume? The floral scent is to die for, and it stays on clothing for a long time."

A random-but-useful find from Dickey is this compact ceramic non-stick pan, which also comes with a steamer: "Rockurwok Steamer Pan is the lightweight, well-priced and even cute little cookware I've needed forever. I like to steam food for a speedy lunch or dinner, but my traditional bamboo steamer was always getting scorched. Now I put an inch of water in this non-stick ceramic 2.2-inch pan, pop some TJ's frozen dumplings in the stainless basket, put on the transparent lid and 12 minutes later, I have Dim Sum with next to zero cleanup and no scorching. Plus, the wood handle and sage colorway looks like an expensive Scan Design pot."

Editorial Assistant Courtney Mason has been obsessed with matcha this year. "I’ve been on a matcha kick lately and finally decided to invest in the proper tools to make it at home. I bought this kit a few months ago, and think it’s perfect for beginners. It comes with a traditional bamboo whisk and scoop, a stainless steel sifter and a perfectly sized matcha bowl with a spout for pouring."

This vacuum cleaner has been with me through the long haul this year, first taking care of my old apartment, and now assisting with what seems like an endless amount of pet hair as my bestie has three dogs and two guinea pigs that like to roam free. I've struggled in the past with hauling around heavier vacuums, so the lightweight build of this one makes life *so much* easier. Plus, it comes with a two-in-one custom tool that really get deep into those hard-to-reach areas.

Speaking of pets, LaBarbera also introduced us to our new favorite animal shampoo. A gentle formula made with oatmeal, LaBarbera calls out just how effective it is: "This Paul Mitchell Pet No-Rinse shampoo is SO good. I put it on my dog's paws daily after his walk and follow it up with an Aloh grooming wipe to get rid of all of the dirt before he jumps back up on my bed. It is not irritating at all to his skin and keeps him from having to get too many baths, too!"

Senior Commerce Editor Stephanie Maida jumped on the Crest Whitestrips bandwagon this year and loved the results from these whitening treatments (which are reported to brighten your smile with just 45 minutes of daily use). "I was a little hesitant because I'd heard they might make teeth feel sensitive, but the tingly feeling quickly goes away after the treatment," she admits. "I have to say these work great! I noticed a difference in my smile after the first use."