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I'm a Shopping editor (and mom to two toddlers) who covers a variety of topics, including helpful parenting/kids products, exciting gadgets, cozy products (think: home goods and fashions that'll make you want to snuggle), and any magical Disney item that crosses my path.

Prime Day can be *confusing* — we’re using our extensive shopping knowledge and tracking price history to give you the most accurate pricing information and vetted discounts/original prices. FYI, some of the “regular” prices listed on the sides of some listings are true original prices, some (when the best deals are Prime-exclusive) are lesser discounts that non-Prime members can take advantage of. We’ll let you know everything you need to know! 

FYI — deals move *fast*. We’ll do our best to keep this post and imagery as up-to-date as possible, but we can’t catch everything immediately. Check back throughout the week to see our latest updates as the deals change!

Note: To get the best prices on some of these deals you have to be a Prime member, so if you aren’t already, sign up for a free 30 day trial here.

Check out this TikTok of Mikayla Nogueira's review of this foundation.

Promising review: "I struggle with finding a foundation that's not orange. Someone recommended I try a Korean product, and this started going viral around the same time. I lucked into a perfect color match on the first try, but I've learned there are sample packs if you aren't sure about the color. The coverage is incredible. It was very lightweight, not heavy at all. It did settle into my under-eye wrinkles without primer, so if you're older, that's something to keep in mind. Overall, beautiful and long-lasting. This will be my go-to foundation from now on." —AJ Bond

Price: $9.50 (originally $25; available in 40 shades and a mini size)

Promising review: "I love this lotion. It makes my dry legs glow. Absorbs well and has a very light fresh scent that fades quickly. Not greasy, but effective on winter skin. Will buy again. Inexpensive given the size of the bottle." —Db01

Price: $15.99 (typically $19.99; also available in two-pack and seven other styles).

I use this stuff constantly and can confirm it's fantastic. I use it on my frying pans and the grill pans from my griddler (which is ALWAYS a pain to clean). It loosens all the gunk and makes cleaning burnt bits and pieces much easier. It also smells incredible — very fresh and delightful! I recently swapped from the "fresh" scent to the "apple" one, and wow, it smells delicious. It also works great for removing stains on clothes (I've seen it remove coffee from a white tee with my very own eyes).

Promising review: "This makes it so easy to keep my sink clear of dishes. I use it constantly throughout the day. Every time I use a dish, I give it a quick spray, wash it, rinse it, and put it in a dish drainer. It is wonderful. I wish it were a little cheaper as I’m constantly using it; other than that, I love it." —Linda W.

Price: $12.40 (typically $17.50) — and shop all the other Dawn deals.

Promising review: "I bought these headphones with the intention of studying Japanese and occasionally listening to music. I now use them for genuinely any activity that involves headphones. I game, study, and listen to music with these. The sound quality is absolutely amazing, and they sound very professional. I'm highly into audio equipment and have built my own stereo systems, and I believe I can say these headphones are a product you will not regret buying. The battery life is also highly impressive, lasting multiple days with heavy use. If you are looking for professional headphones without the professional price tag, I would definitely purchase the Sony WH-CH720N Headphones. This isn't a paid review, but you gotta give credit where credit's due. I'm impressed." —Derickfunny79

Price: $83 (originally $179.99; available in three colors) — and shop all the Sony deals

I got the Beats Solo 4 headphones (which are also on sale btw!) for Christmas in 2024 and was so excited that 1. they were pink and 2. to really try out my first pair of over-the-ear headphones. The sound quality was fabulous compared to the earbuds I've always used, but I was a little displeased with how the ear cups felt over my ears. I felt like I couldn't wear them for long periods of time or that I needed to take my earrings off to feel more comfortable. Then I was offered the chance to test out the Beats Studio Pro headphones (the ones Kim Kardashian helped design) and I couldn't pass up the opportunity to compare the two styles. Right off the bat I prefer the Studio Pros, solely because the ear cups are a bit larger and cushier — they are so comfy I can easily wear them for hours and nearly forget they're on my head. They charge quickly and *stay* charged for what feels like forever. It took me two seconds to connect them to both my computer and my phone *and* it's extremely easy to swap between the two. I'm an immediate fan and, honestly, can't see myself using any other headphones, possibly ever.

Promising review: "10/10 absolutely love them, they’re super comfortable, the control buttons are very easy to use, they connect super well, and I love the noise cancellation. This is my second pair of Beats, so the quality is amazing (the other pair was stolen). I’m not sure about the waterproof part, but they do still fit comfortably after I had facial surgery and my face was swollen!" —Asher

Price: $132.05+ (typically $199.99; available in six colors).

Promising review: "When I first got this air fryer, my husband told me that I had wasted my money. He doesn't say that any longer. The air fryer is a wonderful addition to our kitchen. I make things that I had never made before, and I have adapted many recipes so that I can cook them in it. It really comes in handy on hot days. I am very happy that I bought it, and so is my husband." —Just Terri

Price: $69.99 (originally $149.99) — and shop all the Instant Pot deals here

Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.

BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly says, "I've used this stuff before and can confirm that 1) the scent is indeed intoxicating and 2) everything from this brand has scents that really STICK to you."

Promising review: "OBSESSED. I can't say enough great things about this lotion. Don't hesitate, just buy" —Summer

Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? I have been using this for maybe three days now, and putting it on in the morning and evening are the best parts of my day. The description of the scent as "pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla" does not even begin to describe the incredibly decadent smell of this cream on my skin. My skin feels like velvet and I saw improvements in the texture after the first application. I will use it for the rest of my life. Do not ever discontinue this! I did not expect to be so amazed my this cream, but it is life-changing. Buy it! You won't regret it." —Michelle Brown

Price $38.40 (originally $44) — and shop all the Sol de Janeiro deals

The set comes with translucent magnetic pieces to build 3D creations all day. Recommended for ages 3 and up. And! Magna-Tiles is a small business!

My 4-year-old and 2-year-old are BIG fans of Magna-Tiles and, honestly, so am I. They're really fun to play with! There's so much you can build with them! You can choose to follow the guidebooks that come with the sets or go rogue and make your own masterpiece. My favorite thing about them is how easy they are to clean up. While we *also* love Lego, they are a serious pain to clean. The Magna-Tiles take seconds to clean up because you can quickly stack them all magnetically then put them away. I've also made my life even EASIER by getting this Magna-Tile storage bin (which also comes with a cool play mat)."

Promising reviews: "These magnets are great for independent toddler play! My 3-year-old loves building and creating with these. I suggest you buy a larger set. We have a set with over 100 pieces, but I bought this set as a Christmas gift! He is always wishing he had more pieces to finish his masterpieces." —Kayla M

Price: $34.99 for a 32-piece set (originally $49.99) — and shop all the Magna-Tiles deals

Check out how all the colors look when applied in this TikTok!

Promising review: "Yes, it's a pricy lip gloss. I splurged on one of these and a lip mask, just to see what all the hype is about and...it's valid. Very valid. Ridiculously valid. This lip gloss goes on thick like a luxe gloss, but smooth like an oil. Lots of slip on the lip and absolutely zero stickiness. It also lasts for hours where most lip gloss is gone with one sip of water. It is, seriously, the best lip gloss that I've ever used." —DarlingBlueEyes

Price: $11.40+ (originally $19; available in 11 scents) — and shop all the Laneige deals

Promising review: "Soup? Done. Chili? Done. Beans? Done. Grains? Done. Banana bread? Done. Yogurt? Done. Slow-cooked soul food so good, you need to go to confession after eating it? Done! Breakfast Lunch or Dinner? DONE! I cannot overstate the usefulness of this appliance. I make soup or marinara or beans just about every day. EASY operation. Looks gorgeous, does not leak, and the size....well, choose according to your needs. I got the 6 QT and it's just right for two hungry people. Larger families, I suggest the 8 QT." —PeterTheReviewer

Price: $69.99 (originally $139.99, non-Prime members can get a few bucks off; also available in a three-quart size, but not on sale) — and shop all the Instant Pot deals

Promising review: "This comforter is the perfect weight! Not too thick, not too thin and super soft. It looks and feels so cozy it makes it hard to get out of bed! The oversized king drapes almost to the floor (my king mattress sits on a high base). No more fighting for a blanket with my partner! We both can burrito ourselves comfortably and even the cats get a corner without rolling off. It fluffed out easily from the packaging. And the color was true to the picture. Any wrinkles smooth out after a few light tugs." —Fifus 

Price: $35.99 (originally $54.99; available in sizes twin–super king and 13 colors) — and shop all Bedsure deals 

Promising review: "I LOVE this mattress pad. I let it breathe as directed. Living in Florida, my bed is always hot at night. I have been using this for a week, and I can feel the coolness of this mattress pad anytime I wake up in the night. It is very comfortable, also, adding a pillow to my bed. There is also a lot of space for any depth of mattress. I have a regular-width mattress, and I can easily tell a pillow top would be covered just as well. Well worth the purchase!" —Julie Santello

Price: $25.99+ (originally $35.98; available in sizes twin–California king and three colors)

BuzzFeed Deputy Editorial Director Maitland Quitmeyer says, "I bought this set a few Prime Days ago and it's one of my favorite Prime Day purchases ever. I LOVE these containers."

Promising review: "For nearly all of my adult life, I was simply getting Gladware or Ziplock, letting them slowly deteriorate over the course of a few months, recycling them (or losing them), lather rinse repeat. It finally occurred to me to splurge on some good ones. I'm not one to review things very often, let alone food storage containers, but here we are. I've been so impressed and satisfied with these in just a few months that I feel compelled to tell y'all about them. They're super airtight, the plastic is crystal clear, and they've each been through the wash a dozen times with no particular sign of wear and tear yet. Usually by this point, the Ziplocs are cloudy, warped, have holes, etc. But these guys, they just keep ticking. We've put soup directly in them, frozen them, you name it. Worth the extra few bucks to keep a few more items out of the landfill." —Eric Beneau

Price: $79.99 (typically $109.99; smaller sets are also on sale)

The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of four shades will work on any skin tone. I've personally tested this out, and it has become an essential part of my daily routine. As a mom of two, I gotta just say I am TIRED. So tired that I'm not sure what my face even looks like without bags under my eyes — that is, unless I've got the Catrice "Instant Awake" on. A little really goes a long way and has great coverage. I wore it throughout my sister's wedding weekend in Aruba, and despite the heat, it stayed perfectly in place. An incredible product for an even more incredible price...10/10 from me. 

Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Placeholder

Price: $4.80 (typically $6; available in four shades). 

I've owned a similar Zojirushi rice cooker (the 3-cup size, which is not on sale) for, wow, five years now! It's still working just like the day I bought it and whipping up flawless rice as it did on Day 1. We've used it to make everything from basmati rice to yellow rice. It's absolutely worth the splurge and will have you wondering why you EVER boiled rice in a bag (yikes).

Promising review: "Superb sushi maker. When they say to buy a Zojirushi, there is a reason why. It's expensive, but I finally succeeded in making sushi rice using this. I had the less expensive Zojirushi rice cooker, 'no frills' model, for 25 years. This was well worth the upgrade. It's easier to cook with, a bit slower, but the results are amazing and simple. The cleanup is easy with a nice nonstick pot design that is easy to read. In general, a game changer for cooking rice, why did I wait so long..." —Karl

Price: $189.99 for the 5.5-cup size (typically $245)

Promising review: "I've been really happy with the Breville Barista Express espresso machine. The stylish design and built-in grinder make me feel like a true coffee connoisseur. The quick heat-up time and adjustable grind size make it easy to customize my perfect shot. And the programmable shot volume ensures consistent espresso shots every time. Plus, the bonus of being able to claim the title of 'at-home barista' is a definite plus. Highly recommend this machine to any coffee lover out there!" —Ashleigh Johnson

Price: $499.95 (originally $699.95; available in two colors) — explore Breville's deals

Check out a TikTok of the mini-fied Bissell Little Green carpet cleaner.

Promising review: "I love this product. It is very easy to use, somewhat lightweight, and the cleaning power is amazing. I used it to clean upholstered dining room chairs and I couldn't believe how much dirt it sucked up. Clean up was easy afterward as well. Highly recommend" —Mary jo

Price: $79.99 (typically $99) — and shop all the Bissell deals

Check out a TikTok of the Tumella umbrella in action.

Promising review: "Why would anyone want to purchase another umbrella with the warranty this one gives? Not like you will need the warranty with this build quality. Almost every umbrella I have owned has five, maybe six, thin metal rods held together with a tiny pin to form the frame. This thing has reinforced ribs, is as light as you can get, looks great, and all at a low price. Yeah, this is all I need." —E. Smoker

Price: $14.98+ (typically $29.99; available in 25 colors and packs of two)

All you have to do is fill the provided pint cup (it comes with two) with your choice of milk, juice, or anything else you might want and freeze for 24 hours. You can then opt to add in mix-ins if you'd like, place the cup into the Creami, choose your treat of choice from one of the 11 settings, and let it get to work! 

Promising review: "This is really so easy to use!! If you plan ahead, you can have ice cream daily, even a different flavor daily!! Easy enough to find different recipes, and you can put in add-ins like chips, Reese's peanut butter cups, fruit, etc. The plus side — you KNOW what's in it!!" —DawnH

Price: $199.95 (orginally $249.99) — shop all the Ninja deals

I have both a Hatch Baby and a Hatch Restore 3, and they’ve both been essential to my kids' nighttime routines. We keep a Hatch Baby in our bedroom and my daughter's room and the Hatch Restore 3 in my son’s room. 

I love that I can control both the lighting and sound of the devices on my phone with Hatch’s easy-to-use app. My husband typically gives our two-year-old some milk in a cup before bedtime in her room; while he’s doing that, I turn on the “rain sounds” that we’ve been using as white noise for our little ones. However, the most helpful feature on both devices is the ability to adjust the brightness of the light. We’re still occasionally getting up in the middle of the night, so it’s been invaluable to be able to raise the light a bit when we do, and then quickly lower it once our daughter has settled back into sleep. It’s also not a harsh light and has a bunch of different color options, so it’s been easy enough to find a brightness that suits our needs. My toddler uses it as a night-light (which is also helpful on the few times he needs us during the night).

Promising review: "I love it! I've been contemplating buying a Hatch for a while now, but I'm so glad I did. The unwind feature is my favorite because of the sunset light setting and the calming sounds (there are a lot to choose from)! I also like how the light gradually brightens 30 minutes before your alarm to slowly wake you up. The setup was very easy! The app is also super simple to use and you can set up different routines! You also have access to different light and audio options for the unwind, sleep, or wake-up session. Hatch offers a paid membership for access to more audio options, but you have plenty to choose from with the free version. So far, I'm very happy with my purchase and really enjoy waking up peacefully rather than to my phone alarm! Buy it!" —Itzel

Price: $135.99 (originally $169.99; available in three colors)

Promising review: "The Amazon Smart Plug 2-Pack is fantastic! Setup was incredibly simple — I had both plugs up and running in just a few minutes using the Alexa app. They connect seamlessly with Alexa, so I can control lamps and appliances with just my voice or through routines. These smart plugs work reliably and have opened up so many possibilities around the house. I love being able to schedule lights, automate fans, and even control things when I’m away from home. They’re compact, unobtrusive, and haven’t caused any connectivity issues. Super affordable for a 2-pack and extremely user-friendly. Perfect for anyone looking to start or expand their smart home setup!" —Olivia Hasenkamp

Price: $12.99 (originally $24.99) — and shop all Amazon Smart Home deals

Promising review: "We put these fire sticks on all of our smart TVs. We were tired of the slowness of our smart TV's response to invoking the various streaming apps. These things work great, and the response is instantaneous! I highly recommend using them instead of putting up with slow smart TVs. Plus, the remotes are consistent now for all of our TV’s and easy to use compared to the old smart TVs remotes." —Jeff W

Price: $24.99 (originally $49.99) — and shop all the Prime Day deals on Amazon Devices

Promising review: "Best shaker cup I’ve ever had. I’ve had it for almost a year now, and it works perfectly. Blends so smoothly and easily. I was looking for a reliable, strong blender cup for years, going through so many cups, and I finally found it here. It’s a blessing. It is the most powerful cup I’ve found and is definitely worth the extra money compared to others." —DaQuarrius McGuire

Price: $69.95 (originally $99.99; six colors are on sale) — and shop all the Ninja deals

Promising review: "Wonderful bedtime fan or anytime really. I had been looking for a quality tower fan where the display actually turned off with some sort of sleep mode, and this works perfectly for that. The power is fantastic for the price, and it's relatively quiet even on its highest setting. My favorite part of the sleep mode, however, is that it will auto-adjust the fan speed based on the temperature. Temp goes down, fan speed drops with it, goes up, it goes back up. No more waking up with a fan blasting on high, but instead I will wake up with it at least 2-3 levels lower than where I went to sleep. Makes for a much gentler wake-up. Setup is a breeze as well, just take it out of the case, clip the base plates together, and stand it up. Remote is easy to use even in the dark, no LED on it, but buttons are pronounced enough and few enough, it's pretty easy to tell which you need in the middle of the night. The fan itself also includes a storage for the remote in the back, so you won't lose it." —Alan

Price: $54.95 (originally $74.99; deal available for the 36-inch white fan) — and check out all the Levoit deals

Got baby showers coming up this summer? Grab this at a discount now and thank me later!

Promising reviews: "Immediate hit with my 10 month old. Can’t wait to watch him learn to stand and walk with it too!" —Madelyn Hayes

"My grandchild went from trying to walk to walking with this fun and incredibly right sized and sturdy walker. There’s plenty of clearance for her little feet to move freely. Her parents love it, too! The play unit detaches for sit down play time! This one is a winner!" —MD

Price: $36.99 (originally $47.99; available in two on-sale colors and two full-price colors) — and shop all the VTech deals

BuzzFeed Deputy Editorial Director Maitland Quitmeyer says, "After working from home for the last three years, I've realized how much I value the air quality in my apartment. I live in an older building (think turn-of-the-century old), and there are lots of little holes and crevices where dirt, dust, and allergens can creep in. Coupled with the terrible air quality we've experienced in NYC because of wildfires in Canada a few months ago, the air in my home often triggers a sore throat, congestion, and sneezing fits in the morning. I have two air purifiers already, but I realized that buying replacement filters is ANNOYING and surprisingly expensive. The fact that this Shark air purifier can clean the air and doesn't need a filter replacement for five years is just *chef's kiss*. I keep this in the small office off the kitchen to help filter out odors from cooking, and it does a fantastic job. It also comes with a scented cartridge designed to keep your home smelling fresh. (Unfortunately, the scent gives me a headache, so I don't often have it running, but it does smell lovely!)"

Price: $99.99+ (originally $159.99+; available in eight colors/styles) – and shop all the Shark deals

Note: This device is not designed to work on deeper skin tones. It also does not work for red, blonde, white, or gray hair. The set includes glasses that should be worn while operating the device.

Promising review: "I wasn’t going to write a review until I had it for a while. It’s going on 4 months now, and let me say this device is worth every penny!! I have had professional laser done and had I known this device actually worked and I took my chance on it sooner, I would’ve saved myself thousands of dollars. The key to this product though is you have to be consistent with it and you need to make sure you’re not tanning while using this device. I am a woman who is very hairy and was very skeptical. I started off in an area that was small, which is my armpits. I have amazing results because I was consistent. I also use it on my face and I’ve also had amazing results as well. There are so many different modes. It is painless. It’s a quiet device, but it’s made out of good quality and it doesn’t feel like it’s going to break. It’s very durable. I highly recommend this for all women and men. I can’t reiterate enough how this is worth every penny!!!" —Katherine Ontkush

Price: $244 (originally $349) — and shop all the Ulike deals

Promising review: "For the price, I didn't expect the exceptional quality. It's surprisingly sturdy! It doesn't shift or wobble. It's a solid system. I love that it comes with the little dividers. It should be known, however, that the drawers are just trays sitting on top of a support and aren't locked in, they must be held when pulled out. It certainly still makes it easy to reach things that would otherwise not be easily reachable. I think this is great and exceeds expectations compared to the price point." —Sky R

Price: $21.37 (originally $39.99; the best deal is on the white colorway)

Promising review: "This camera is AMAZING. The night quality is stunning. You wouldn't even be able to tell what time of night it is unless you go back and look at the time stamp on the footage. The AI detection is amazing, it detects people and cars. I thankfully dont get random notifications of bugs flying past my camera oranimals, just people and cars & it tells me "vehicle detected" theres also a super cool feature where you can speak through the camera and of course hear audio back. I was so proud of myself for setting this up by myself, it was so simple and easy to do. Again. This product works really well. It is a decent size, I have it set up to where its not obvious what it is unless you know its a camera, it blends in pretty well against the brick on the outside of my house. Definitely money well spent & i have been considering buying another one to place on the other side of my home. It stores a decent amount of camera recordings, but that is also dependent on your app settings/ membership." —Amazoncustomerh

Price: $104.99 (originally $299.99) — and check out other Blink deals

The set includes: 2-quart saucpan, 3-quart saucepan, 10" frying pan, 4.5-quart saute pan, three silicone lids, two detachable handles, three utensils, three trivets, and four pan protectors.

Promising review: "I love my new cookware set! I waited to write this review until I had properly tried out all the different aspects of this cookware set. I am so pleased with the way they preform. They are versatile going from the stove top to oven and then to the fridge if there are any leftovers to be had. They heat evenly and the non-stick coating works great. They can be stored in a stack which leaves tons of room for other items, so if cabinet space is at a premium in your kitchen you will love this cookware set as much as I do!" —read

Price: $37.99+ (orginally $79.99; available in four colors) —shop all the Carote deals here

Check out a TikTok of the Shark Cordless Pet Vacuum in action. 

Promising review: "Hands down the best vacuum I've owned! I’ve tried multiple vacuum brands over the years, and none of them come close to the performance of my Shark. Other vacuums either didn’t pick up well, left behind dust and debris, or lost suction way too quickly. But the Shark truly impressed me from day one. It’s lightweight, cordless, and incredibly powerful. It picks up everything — pet hair, crumbs, dust — you name it, and it actually stays clean after use. The battery lasts long enough for me to get through my entire home on one charge, and the suction power hasn’t faded with time. I’ve had mine for a while now, and it’s still going strong, which speaks volumes about the quality. If you’re tired of wasting money on brands that don’t deliver, trust me — go with Shark. It’s worth every penny!" —Kindle Customer

Price: $169 (originally $299.99) — and check out Shark's landing page for more featured deals.

Promising review: "A must for anyone who has allergies in my personal opinion. My primary spaces: Kitchen, living room, and dining room area are purified with the bigger model and it works pretty hard giving dust/pollen/etc. I bought the smaller model for my primary bedroom which also extends to a closet and bathroom. It showed 84% air quality which really caught me off guard. After 24 hours it changed to 100% and I feel the difference in my nose and lungs. A must for anyone! I would say it can be a little loud at night if you set it for anything between 2 to 5. Now it's set for 1 and you barely hear it." —KP

Price: $99.99+ (originally $159.99+; available in eight colors) — and check out other Shark deals

Promising review: "I have had several weighted vests and have had to send them back because they were so uncomfortable and hurt my back. This vest, however, is very comfortable because of the design and balance of the weights. I have been a runner for over 50 years and wanted to add a weighted vest for warmth, calorie burn and feeling of protection to my small body. This vest is so perfect and added just enough (5 lbs) to feel good and gave me more strength and confidence. I just love it and if you are a person who loves to exercise as I do, adding something to that workout each day just adds a challenge and fun. I am 78 years old and run 7 days a week. I also do long distance running, lift weights and add rowing, this vest is just the perfect addition to my daily fitness. Exercise your whole life ladies and you will feel so good physically and emotionally. Happy day and check out this vest, you will not be sorry." —ROCKET RUNNER 78 

Price: $14.49 (originally $19.99; available in 5-30LBS and 11 colors)

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