It seems everyone’s on vacation or about to go on vacation, so I’ve gathered some deals that are great for travel, like slip-on shoes to breeze through airport security and a flight-attendant-approved jumpsuit. I also found deals on a K-beauty serum for acne-prone skin, a personal blender that comes recommended by Lance Bass, and a set of fancy (but not too pricey) chocolates that makes a sweet gift, since Mother’s Day is less than two weeks away.
Since we updated our guide to the best walking shoes last week, Strategist readers have been enamored with these slip-ons we named the best less-expensive option. The breathable mesh and insole make these “perfect for hot summer days,” one expert says, and they can even be used as slippers.
Back in 2019, our editor Hilary Reid got a tip that the sleeveless version of this jumpsuit could be the next Amazon coat — at least among flight attendants. Since then, the craze hasn’t quit: “Every single body looks amazing in it, and it never wrinkles,” says one such flight attendant.
A slouchy handbag for spring trips or day-to-day wear.
Several skin-care finds today, including our best overall CC cream. We don’t recommend skipping daily sunscreen, but this has SPF 50 just in case you forget.
Our beauty columnist Rio Viera-Newton is a huge fan of propolis, the resinlike substance made by bees that’s both anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. This $13 serum from K-beauty brand Beauty of Joseon is an inexpensive way to try out the inflammation-calming ingredient. (Rio especially recommends it for dry or acne-prone skin.)
Another $13 addition to your bathroom cabinet: this vitamin-C-rich face mask that you can wear overnight to achieve glowing skin by morning.
An easy-peasy (and inexpensive) Mother’s Day gift for the mom with a sweet tooth. If she’s not a chocolate fan, we found dozens more food gifts for moms, too.
For the audiophile, Amazon’s curvaceous and portable Echo Pop speaker is 50 percent off (which is the cheapest we’ve seen it in a while).
The Strategist is designed to surface the most useful, expert recommendations for things to buy across the vast e-commerce landscape. Some of our latest conquests include the best acne treatments, rolling luggage, pillows for side sleepers, natural anxiety remedies, and bath towels. We update links when possible, but note that deals can expire and all prices are subject to change.
