These 55 Clever, Cheap Things On Amazon Make You Look So Much Freakin' Better

This might just be the most creative way to keep a hair tie on hand. K’lani introduces a five-piece collection of elastic hair ties that double as stylish bracelets. The mix of braided and metal-decorated hair ties come in an assortment of complementary colors, and they’re also available in other sizes and colors to suit more wrist sizes, hair types, and color preferences. Say goodbye to black hair ties ruining your outfits (and photos) once and for all.

• Available sizes: S - L
• Available colors: 11

A unique take on lip liner, this formula starts out as a liquid that sets over your lips and forms a peelable film that leaves behind long-lasting color. Smudge-proof and transfer-resistant for up to 24 hours, the brand promises that the lip liner stain will even stay in place through swimming. The lip liner comes with a mini tweezer to help you peel it away with ease, and it comes in three shades that you can pair with a lipstick in a similar shade or top off with a gloss.

• Available shades: 3

Part moisturizer, part lip and cheek tint, this multi-tasking balm provides a sheer, dewy wash of color, while ingredients like sunflower seed oil, licorice extract, and hydrolyzed collagen work to keep skin moisturized. This is the only tinted formula from the brand, but if you’re into the travel-friendly sticks, they make a range of balms with different skin care benefits (think sunscreen- and vitamin C-infused options).

• Available options: 7

A belt is one of the quickest ways to dress up an outfit and give it a more tailored look. For just $25, this set gives you five belts, all in different colors and with a unique metal hardware design. You don’t have to worry about selecting the correct size, as the faux leather belts were designed to be stretchable, fitting waist sizes from 26 to 33 inches.

• Available colors: 5

Two factors set this sheet mask apart from its competitors, allowing your skin to absorb more beneficial ingredients in the process. First, the active ingredients actually help to make up the hydrogel mask, as opposed to the typical sheet masks that are soaked with the formula. And second, this collagen sheet mask was designed to be worn overnight to leave you with skin that’s bouncy and radiant by morning. Collagen teams up with hyaluronic acid for that plumped up skin, while ingredients like niacinamide, seaweed extract, and allantoin work to soothe and brighten while you sleep.

This tinted spray gives you an immediate boost if you’re looking to cover up unwanted roots in between salon appointments. But it’s also a stylist’s essential for faking fuller hair, as aiming the fast-drying and water-resistant spray along your part line or thinning patches of hair instantly camouflages any sparse spots. The spray will stay in place until you shampoo it out, and it comes in nearly a dozen shades to match a variety of blondes and brunettes, as well as those with black or red hair.

• Available shades: 11

Those dedicated to gel manicures are probably well aware of the damage that a few back-to-back rounds can leave behind. Giving your nails a break and going polish-free as you apply copious amounts of cuticle oil is the fastest road to recovery, but it also puts your gel-ravaged nails on full display. That’s where this tinted polish treatment comes in, which was formulated to create a protective barrier that shields fragile nails from further damage and helps prevent breakage. At the same time, it adds a sheer wash of rosy-pink color that leaves nails looking glossy and healthy.

You never have to worry about running out of lint roller sheets again with this reusable linter roller ball. Housed in a colorful case, the lint roller weighs less than 4 ounces, so it’s small enough to keep in your bag. But it doesn’t compromise on efficacy, as the gel material removes pet hair and crumbs from clothing and furniture in just a few passes. Plus, you can reuse it over and over again — just give it a light wash in between uses.

• Available options: 8

This false lash kit gives you a whole lot of drama with the versatility to match. Rather than using a clunky full strip lash or heading to the salon for pricey extensions, this set gives you 24 wisps, which are basically mini false lashes in assorted lengths that help achieve a more natural effect. You can apply as many wisps as you like for all day wear, but you also have the option to lock your falsies in place for up to 10 days with the included Overnighter formula.

Going blonde doesn’t have to mean a complete overhaul to your hair care routine in an effort to avoid brassy tones. If you already have a shampoo or conditioner that you’re loyal to, add these toning drops to create your very own color-corrector. Just a few of these violet-colored drops can neutralize orange and yellow tones when mixed in with your go-to product of choice, and they also add some additional moisturizing and strengthening benefits thanks to ingredients like hydrolyzed keratin, coconut oil, and castor oil.

Sagging ear lobes are pretty much unavoidable when you opt for a hoop or chandelier style earring. Until now, that is. These tiny patches act like stickers that adhere to the backs of your ear lobes. But once you stick your earrings through, they take on the majority of the weight of your earrings to prevent sagging and tears and to relieve pressure on your ear in general. The earring stickers are transparent so they become invisible on any skin tone, and they’re hypoallergenic so sensitive skin types don’t need to worry about irritation.

When your skin needs a midday moisturizing boost, reach for this Glow Skin Balm To Go Mist, which gives your skin a hit of hydration without messing with your makeup. The spray-on formula was inspired by MISSHA’s Glow Skin Balm moisturizer, to bring you the same benefits in a product that’s made for on the go use. In addition to smoothing skin and refreshing your makeup, the mist also has soothing and brightening benefits thanks to multi-tasking ingredients like rose flower water, niacinamide, and ceramide NP.

For those hard-to-remove fuzzies that get stuck on clothing and soft furnishings, put the lint roller aside and bust out this handheld fabric shaver instead. Once powered on, the device does all of the work for you to remove the pills and fuzz that accumulate on old sweaters and furniture. Plus, it has a detachable fuzz collector that gathers all of the shaved material as you go, so there’s no mess.

• Available colors: 6

Store this mini eye roller in the fridge and add it to your pre-makeup routine to refresh your under-eyes. The rolling action and cooling effect from the metal tip help to take down puffiness, but the tool also dispenses a serum as you roll it along your skin, which is formulated with caffeine to further de-puff and vitamin C to help brighten with continued use.

If you hate the mess of cuticle oils and the grease marks they can leave behind when they transfer onto clothing and sheets, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on cuticle care altogether. This cuticle balm gives you the same moisturizing and nail-strengthening benefits of an oil in an easier-to-use solid formula. USDA-certified organic ingredients like shea butter, beeswax, olive oil, and sea buckthorn extract are behind the balm’s ability to heal and prevent hangnails and splitting cuticles, and the formula is also cruelty-free and housed in recyclable packaging.

Though these yellow pads look like a brighter version of your usual cotton pads, they’re actually infused with good-for-skin ingredients that transform into a powerful cleanser when you add water. Each cleansing pad contains kojic acid and turmeric, which help promote clearer, more even-looking skin without the same risk of irritation that other, harsher brightening ingredients tend to pose. Turmeric in particular has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can be especially helpful for those with acne-prone skin.

Keeping white sneakers clean can feel like a losing battle. But these disposable wipes are infused with a cleansing solution that’s safe to use on vinyl, nylon, rubber, and even washable leathers. You don’t need to add any water to the cleansing pads, as they come saturated in the solution of saddle soap and conditioners, and each one has both an abrasive and a smooth side to choose from, depending on the scrubbing power you need.

This lightweight cream can be used multiple ways to give you smoother, shinier hair. Comb it through towel-dried hair to set yourself up for a smoother style while also getting heat protectant benefits that shield your hair from hot styling tools and the damage that they cause. Or, if your hair is already dried and styled, you can apply a small amount of the abyssinian oil-infused product through the ends of your hair to eliminate frizz and add a glossy finish.

If you feel like you’re constantly running through your oil-blotting wipes, consider this reusable face roller that uses a volcanic stone to absorb excess oil and mattify shine. You can use it over makeup without having to worry about smudging or smearing product, and the rolling mechanism serves as a mini massage in addition to a midday touch-up. The volcanic stone can even be removed from the stand and washed with a gentle face cleanser so you can keep reusing it for up to six months.

There are multi-tasking beauty products, and then there’s this tinted, shimmery balm that can be used on your cheeks, lips, eyes, and body to add a dewy glow. The cruelty-free balm has a creamy texture that’s easy to blend in with your fingers, and it’s also formulated with jojoba seed oil, shea butter, and castor seed oil to moisturize and soften skin.

• Available shades: 5

Your hair can take a serious beating from hot styling tools, which contribute to dryness and breakage with long-term use. If you want to stop existing damage in its tracks or prevent it from occurring in the first place, put down your curling iron and use this heatless curling set instead. The satin curling rod works while you sleep to give you frizz-free curls that don’t require heat or any special styling skills beyond wrapping sections of your hair around the rod. The TikTok-favorite kit comes with two silk scrunchies to hold your hair in place, and it’s also available in multiple colors and patterns.

• Available colors: 14

When it comes to fashion, there’s nothing more frustrating than finding the perfect dress or top and realizing that you don’t have the bra to go with it. Strapless and backless cuts can be especially challenging when you don’t want to go braless, which is where this silicone bra comes in. The bra is designed with an adhesive to stick right to your chest without any straps. It does have a clear clasp at the front to provide some extra support, as well as a V-neckline for a bit of lift.

• Available sizes: A - G
• Available colors: 10

If you use mascara, you likely know all too well that applying multiple coats doesn’t come without some clumping. Rather than give up on your bold lashes in favor of a clump-free finish, grab this mini comb, which uses stainless steel prongs to separate lashes and remove excess mascara. Amazon reviewers note that you’ll want to wait until your mascara has dried before using the comb for the best results, and it even comes with its own storage cap to keep the comb clean in between uses.

• Available colors: 6

A traditional concealer that matches your skin tone can only do so much when it comes to covering up unwanted under-eye circles. If you truly want to make them disappear (temporarily, at least), you’ll want to neutralize those bluish tones with a color-correcting concealer like this one. For those with lighter skin tones, opt for the ‘Light Rose’ shade, which has a pink tone that instantly brightens under-eye darkness. Meanwhile, darker skin tones will want to use the more orange-based ‘Warm Nude’ shade. Both are formulated with moisturizing shea butter and hyaluronic acid to help prevent creasing (yes, even if you follow up with your usual concealer), and they’re cruelty-free and vegan.

• Available shades: 2

This multi-tasking toner was made for those who want glowing skin that’s not greasy. Rice extract is the key ingredient behind the toner’s brightening benefits, which is a K-beauty favorite for its vitamin-, amino acid-, mineral-, and antioxidant-rich composition that also makes the ingredient hydrating and soothing. Then, to absorb excess oil and clear out pores — all, impressively, without causing irritation – the toner contains a sebum control powder that actually sits at the bottom of the bottle and gets mixed in with the moisturizing liquid formula when you give it a good shake.

These stretchy seamless thongs were designed to eliminate visible lines underneath your clothing, and they’re so comfortable, you’ll want to wear them every time you get dressed. Luckily, that’s not a problem, as they come in a set of seven. The neutral set featured here is a wardrobe staple, but you can also switch things up with other colors like the Barbie-pink pack.

• Available sizes: XS - XL
• Available colors: 16

This convenient teeth whitening pen allows you to stop staining in its tracks. Rather than letting coffee or wine stains settle in between your morning and evening brush, keep this pen in your bag and paint it onto your teeth right after you drink or eat something with the potential to dull your smile. A 9% concentration of hydrogen peroxide is what makes the whitening gel so effective, and it can be used up to two times each day (taking just 60 seconds to work).

If you’re already a fan of pimple patches for their ability to prevent you from picking at spots and speed up healing time, these salicylic acid-infused stickers will be a game-changer. They still shield acne from bacteria, but they also use teeny tiny microdarts to deliver active ingredients to clear blemishes even faster. While you wear them (ideally, overnight), salicylic acid deep cleans your pores by breaking down acne-causing debris (like oil and dead skin cells) that gets trapped, while ingredients like niacinamide and centella asiatica soothe and reduce redness.

It may seem like an insignificant swap, but trading in your cotton pillowcase for one made from silk or satin has some major benefits. For starters, silk and satin pillowcases are hypoallergenic, ultra gentle, and they absorb less moisture than their cotton counterparts. That means fewer tangles and knots; no more pillow creases on your face when you wake up; and generally healthier, more moisturized skin and hair. This one is a best-seller on Amazon with over 200,000 five-star ratings, and for less than $10, you get a set of two.

• Available colors: 40

For less than the price of one brand-name makeup sponge, this set gives you five reusable makeup sponges to apply everything from liquid foundation and cream blush to setting powder. A makeup artist essential for applying makeup, sponges help to create a more seamless finish and also allow you to reach smaller areas of the face with ease, like under the eyes.

A gua sha session already packs in the benefits on its own, promoting lymphatic drainage, creating a (temporary) lifting effect, and releasing facial tension. But this stainless steel gua sha tool can be stored in the refrigerator to add a cooling effect that further helps reduce puffiness. Plus, because it’s made entirely from stainless steel, it’s easy to sanitize in between uses.

These thin strips of double-sided tape can be used to hide bra straps, hem pants in a pinch, or just add more security when you’re wearing something strapless. The tape was designed to be used on fabric, so it won’t cause damage or leave behind a residue, but it’s also safe to use on your skin. For those with skin that’s prone to irritation, try the sensitive skin tape, which uses medical-grade, hypoallergenic adhesive.

For less than $25, you get 24 pairs of these golden under eye masks that alleviate the physical signs of tired-looking eyes in minutes. To target puffiness, dullness, and dryness, each patch is infused with a blend of hydrolyzed vegetable protein, hyaluronic acid, and red algae. The masks are vegan and cruelty-free, and because they’re individually packaged, you can store a few pairs in your refrigerator for an enhanced cooling effect on particularly rough mornings.

Whether you wear glasses on a daily basis or you never leave the house without a pair of sunnies, these individually wrapped cleansing wipes will ensure your lenses stay crystal-clear. The compact wipes come pre-moistened to wipe away smudges and makeup, but they were designed to dry quickly without leaving streaks or residue behind on your glasses. Not just for glasses, you can even use these wipes to clean screens like your phone, tablet, or laptop.

This triple-barrel curling iron is ideal for achieving beachy waves and crimped styles with ease. The barrel is made with ceramic and coated with tourmaline to minimize frizz and give hair a shiny finish, and it allows you to adjust the heat up to 410 degrees Fahrenheit so that you can use the lowest effective heat setting for your hair.

• Available colors: 5

A brow gel, like this one from Elizabeth Mott, is the easiest way to brush your brows into place and lightly fill in sparse spots for a completely natural finish. This tinted brow gel adds some conditioning benefits into the mix with a formula that contains glycerin, panthenol, hyaluronic acid, and rose water. Whether you opt for the clear gel or a tint that matches your brow color, the formula is water- and sweat-resistant, and it’s also Leaping Bunny-certified cruelty-free.

• Available shades: 4

This mini fabric steamer is convenient for both keeping clothes wrinkle-free while you’re traveling and for having on hand in a smaller apartment that’s short on storage space. Amazon reviewers note that the steamer is small enough to fit in a suitcase, but it’s still able to hold enough water to give you 15 minutes of steam time. You can use it to de-wrinkle cotton, linen, chiffon, silk, wool, and nylon fabrics, and the steamer has a 9-foot power cord to cover plenty of distance.

• Available colors: 2

No matter what your hair type, this four-piece set gives you everything you need to give any updo a polished finish. A hair wax stick is the star product here, which is formulated with nourishing ingredients like beeswax, castor oil, and avocado oil to help slick back flyaways while also nourishing the hair. To further perfect your style, the kit comes with a pointed comb for precise parting, a bristle brush for smoothing hair back into an updo, and an edge control brush to make sure every last baby hair and flyaway is in place.

This shimmer-infused tint can be used on its own or mixed in with your foundation to immediately fake your way to glowing skin. But it also serves as skin care with its serum-like texture that’s packed with moisturizing and antioxidant-rich ingredients like sweet almond oil, blackberry fruit extract, polyglutamic acid, and vitamin E. You only need a few drops for the light-reflecting pigments to give your face a noticeable glow, but you can use it on your body, too.

• Available shades: 3

The easiest way to make any outfit look chic? Add a silk or satin scarf. This one gives you the same look as a designer scarf, but without the triple-digit price tag. There are dozens of patterns and colors to choose from, and there are practically as many ways to wear it.

• Available patterns: 45

When unwanted roots start to mess with your color, this mini hair coloring kit has you covered. Though not designed to lighten hair, the kit instead deposits color that can keep grays covered for up to six weeks. You’ll find the color housed in pre-measured capsules to make the application process easier and less messy, and the kit also includes your developer, a mixing cup, and applicator sticks (though you may prefer to buy a small detailing brush separately).

• Available shades: 4

These sheets may just look like pieces of kraft paper, but they’re actually face adhesives that help to minimize the appearance of fine lines by retraining your facial muscles. The stickers are designed to work while you sleep, forming a type of cast that prevents you from making facial expressions that cause wrinkles over time. You can wear these overnight so they don’t interfere with your day-to-day activities, and the stickers are also latex-free, silicone-free, and hypoallergenic for those with sensitive skin.

If you’re into streamlining your beauty routine, this multi-purpose cream can be used to treat your hands, feet, cuticles, and nails. The cream’s thick texture is capable of smoothing dry and cracked skin with its combination of beeswax, glycerin, and aloe vera, but because it’s also formulated with soybean and castor seed oils, it can serve as a cuticle oil, too. Plus, because it’s a cream formula, it’s way less messy than your average cuticle oil.

This wire-free bra is the next best thing to going braless in terms of comfort. Made from a buttery-soft microfiber material that doesn’t use any elastic or wires, the straps can be converted to a racerback cut for more versatility. It’s loved by our editors, invisible underneath clothes, and comes in a range of neutral and pastel colors to match all of your underwear.

• Available sizes: XS - XL
• Available colors: 29

This color-depositing hair conditioner lets you touch up your current color or experiment with an entirely new shade. The formula also works to smooth hair and improve its strength with a blend of nourishing ingredients that includes hydrolyzed keratin, coconut oil, shea butter, and rosehip oil. It’s sulfate-free, so it won’t secretly strip your hair of moisture, and it’s cruelty-free, as well. A beauty win-win.

• Available colors: 21

This berry shade has been a bestseller for Clinique since it first launched in 1971, and thanks to TikTok, it won’t be losing popularity anytime soon. A cross between a lipstick, a balm, and a gloss, Clinique’s Black Honey Almost Lipstick coats lips in a sheer berry shade that’s meant to look amazing (and slightly different) on every skin tone. Because of its hybrid formula, it’s easy to apply on the go without a mirror, and you can even dab it onto your cheeks, as well.

If your jeans are too loose, I can’t relate. But I can offer you this temporary solution to tighten them. These waist-adjusting buttons can be clipped onto jeans, pants, and dresses to create a more fitted silhouette. The removable clips mean you don’t have to permanently alter your clothing, and the daisy design lets you add a little embellishment to your look.

• Available options: 6

While sunscreen formulas have been the subject of much debate, the experts (aka the dermatologists) agree that the best sunscreen is the one you’ll actually wear. This sunscreen spray from Coppertone keeps your skin protected from UVA and UVB rays with broad-spectrum 50, but instead of a white cast, it leaves behind a touch of shimmer. In addition to making your skin literally glow when you’re at the pool or beach, the sunscreen is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Whether your hair is naturally on the finer side and could use a boost or you’re going for a style that requires a bit of drama, this mini hair powder will help you out. The volumizing and texturizing powder can be sprinkled directly at the root for more volume or through the lengths of your hair to create texture that’s ideal for styling braids and updos. Either way, the powder is translucent, long-lasting, and even includes a few moisturizing ingredients like rice bran oil and passion fruit seed oil.

This touch-screen mirror is a great addition to any at-home vanity, but it’s really key to have on hand when you’re traveling. Rather than risk a bad lighting situation (we’ve all been there), this LED mirror guarantees your makeup will always be on point with its three different light color settings and adjustable brightness. It’s rechargeable for on-the-go use, and it’s also about the size of an iPad mini, so it’s compact enough to fit in your bag.

• Available options: 11

Using this brow serum once daily can help enhance your natural arches in as little as three to four weeks. The serum combs through brows completely clear so there’s no residue left behind, and it also doesn’t include any prostaglandin analogs, which are often found in lash and brow growth serums but have some pretty serious side effects. Instead, Terez & Honor formulated its serum with nourishing ingredients like peptides, biotin, panthenol, and pumpkin seed extract to enhance your brows by conditioning and strengthening the hairs against breakage.

When a pillowcase just doesn’t cut it, secure your hair in one of these satin bonnets to preserve any style, from curls to locs. The satin material kicks unwanted frizz to the curb by reducing friction and helping your hair retain moisture, but it doesn’t compromise on comfort as the material is soft and breathable. The headband helps to keep the bonnet in place while you sleep, and it also has a matching satin bow to better adjust it to your head.

• Available colors: 10

Ask any professional makeup artist, and they’ll tell you that prepping your skin properly is of the utmost importance. This priming duo includes a mattifying face primer that helps to blur the look of pores and create a more even canvas for your makeup, as well as an eyeshadow primer to prevent creasing on your lids. Both primers work to lock your makeup in place without feeling heavy on the skin, and they also contain an oil-controlling powder to combat greasiness.

Given the prominence that an eyelash curler holds in the majority of makeup routines, you think it would be a simple tool to master. But make the mistake of purchasing a bad lash curler, and you’ll immediately know (and probably feel the pain of pinching your lids or, worse, breaking off your lashes). This stainless steel eyelash curler doesn’t pinch, tug, or break thanks to its angled arch and full silicone pads. For less than $15, your lash curler will also come with two replacement pads and a satin pouch to keep the tool clean when it’s not in use.

• Available colors: 3

Whether you’re a social media star or you’re just very serious about your selfies, this clip-on ring light will help improve the quality of your pics and videos. Designed to attach to your phone, the USB rechargeable device features LED lighting that can be adjusted using three different brightness modes to expertly light your next TikTok.