Clever Products That Cost Under $10
April 15 -- There are many expensive gadgets and gizmos on the market, but the Good Housekeeping Institute set out to find some inexpensive gems that can make our lives easier — without costing a bundle.
From soft packs of tissues to spackle that turns from pink to white when dry, here is the lowdown on cheap but savvy products.
Health and Beauty Products
Johnson & Johnson First Aid Pocket Pals: This mini-first aid kit features glow-in-the-dark bandages with SpongeBob SquarePants on them, each held in single-use pouches. Each pouch contains: one Johnson & Johnson cleansing wipe, one Band-Aid first-aid antibiotic ointment and one Band-Aid adhesive bandage. Price: $6.49 for eight pouches.
Almay Hypo-Allergenic Nearly Naked Touch-Pad Liquid Makeup SPF 12: The makeup comes with an anti-bacterial touch pad for product purity. Price: $8.95.
Kleenex Softpak White Tissues: A small soft pack of tissues can fit in the backpack, briefcase, purse or stroller. Each pack contains 45 tissues. Price: 89 cents.
Kitchen Gadgets
Oxo Good Grips 3-Piece Multi Purpose Funnel Set: 5.5-ounce and 16-ounce funnels with detachable strainer. No-spill fit in all size bottle openings. Strainer fits in both funnels. Soft grips. Three pieces nest together for storage. Price: $7.99.
Good Cook Premium Bakeware — Easy to Carry Single Handle Design: A 13-by-9-inch, nonstick covered pan. Ergonomic handle locks into place for carrying and collapses for easy storage. Side tabs for secure fit. Clear lid allows for see-through convenience. Price: $9.99.
Buddeez Bag-In Dispenser: Scooping coffee out of the pouch can be messy. This dispenser holds the bag securely and includes a scoop that fits on the side, so that you never have to search for it. Price: $4.99.
Home Improvement Products/Gadgets
DAP DryDex : Dry-time indicator spackling, for interior or exterior. This spackle appears pink when it goes on, but turns white when it dries and it is time to sand and paint. It may be used to fill holes and cracks in surfaces such as drywall, plaster, wood, brick and stone. Its ready-to-use formula spreads easily for fast, professional repairs that will not crack, crumble or flake. Price: $5.20 per quart.
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