We've yet again returned to the shopping source, anonymously tapping the virtual carts of Refinery29 readers (aka you, us, them) in order to fashion the ahead product culmination. As usual, the goods featured are 29 items that were purchased the most last month — and, in some small way, embody our general states of mind during that time. Click on to see if your February 2021 mood resembled a tongue scraper, a blob-shaped selfie mirror, or a bottle of Mike's Hot Honey.
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Dame Aer Suction Vibrator
Let's just jump right in with sexual wellness. If this pastel-purple sex toy looks familiar, that's because it's making a second appearance on our monthly most wanted list after proceeding to sweep the top-bought ranks with nearly 700 sales since January. We suspect the viral status of Dame's suction vibrator has much to do with R29 writer Mary Frances Knapp's in-depth test run of it — including such lines as "Alas, the clit is not a Bop-It. Aer understands that" and "Dame’s Suction Vibrator Feels Like Getting Oral From A Cloud". MFK attests that the Aer "edged me into climax for a few minutes without numbing, hurting, or overwhelming my clit", wielding "near-sentient" sensitivity, and an overall aesthetic that "feels elevated, but sincere."
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Dame Products Aer, $, available at Dame
Basic Concepts Tongue Scraper
This unlikely most wanted buy is a reminder that sometimes the simplest things bring the most shopping satisfaction. Our Shopping writer, Alexandra Polk, swears by this $10 oral hygiene tool (and can be attributed to its top-carted February success): "Some people do not subscribe to this lifestyle, but I am a big fan of tongue scrapers. This pack of two is a total MVP because the stainless steel makes it easy to clean, the shape is perfect, and it honestly just gets the job done. Also, sustainability! I'd much rather clean a tongue scraper and reuse it rather than throwing away plastic ones every night and day. Twas' a good ten dollar investment."
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BASIC CONCEPTS Tongue Scraper (2 Pack), $, available at Amazon
All Very Goods No. 8 Articulate Bandana
A February bright spot was the celebration of Black History Month — when many showed their support by shopping from small Black-owned businesses, like DC-based artist Ama Schulman's Etsy storefront. Schulman crafts everything from 100%-cotton bandanas to tote bags and pins in vibrant original prints. "The shape of a square with intersecting diagonal lines is based on the Adinkra symbol 'Mframadan' which represents strength and persistence," she explains of the top-bought bandana design feature here. "The colors and pattern are about how beautifully complex we are despite assumptions and stereotypes."
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AllVeryGoods No. 8 Articulate Bandana, $, available at Etsy
Sakara Life Cookbook
For Sakara-stans who would love to live that Goop-like lifestyle but cannot come close to affording it, then this top-bought cookbook is probably for you. Shoppers carted up the pricey yet popular food subscription service's recipe book as a more affordable foray into its all-natural and plant-based meals.
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Sakara Cookbook: Eat Clean, Play Dirty, $, available at Sakara
Brooklinen Down Pillow
If you are one of the 74% of people who sleep on their sides, then it's quite possible you participated in the top-carting of this side-sleep-approved pillow. With 4.7 out of 5 stars and 1,844 reviews, customers tout this Brooklinen favorite for its customizable firmness and high-quality support.
"My sleep position is somewhere in the middle of my stomach and side, arm up under my head. I sleep with the pillow slightly diagonal with my head more on a corner. I have been using this pillow for a month and if it has lost any firmness, it was not enough to notice. I love that it is perfect fluffed up to sit up in bed to read, and then conforms for sleeping," one attests.
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Brooklinen Down Alternative Pillow, $, available at Brooklinen
Mr. Pumice Callus Remover Pumi Bars
With over 5,000 reviews on Amazon and an under-$5 price tag, this is a bonafide hidden gem buy turned February most wanted winner. As one zealous reviewer who won't use anything but these multi-colored pumice bars on her feet states, "I have really dry feet and had thick dead skin. Went to two derms to fix my problem, I was so embarrassed. Professional pedicures were not nearly enough. I was told to use these by my dermatologists. I have to use them every day but now my feet are baby soft. I am happy with this product and have tried everything."
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Mr. Pumice Callus Remover Pumi Bar (4-Pack), $, available at Amazon
Lululemon Align High Rise Pant 28"
Although Lululemon's Align Pant is a long-time R29-reader favorite, it received extra-special attention in February after our newest Shopping writer, Chichi Offor, tested it out in the brand's newly-extended sizing.
"My out-of-the-box impression of the bestselling Align Pant was that they felt super smooth (this makes sense because Lululemon's custom Nulu fabric is incredibly soft). As soon as I slipped them on, it honestly felt 'buttery' just as the product page describes. The Align Pant passed the squat test with flying colors; they move really well — aka they feel like I'm wearing nothin' at all. There was some pulling needed to adjust them every so often but it wasn't too extreme. Although they're designed with yoga-like activities in mind, for the purposes of this review I just did some walking around, squatting, and a little light stretching — for all of which they definitely held up. These are a pair of leggings I would happily lounge around the house in. They're soft, breathable, and boast that barely-there feel," Chichi (pictured here!) shared.
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lululemon lululemon Align™ Pant 28 Inch, $, available at lululemon
Felicia Liang Noodle Restaurant Chinatown NYC Illustration
This beautiful illustration by artist Felicia Liang details various noodle shops located in NYC's Chinatown neighborhood — and, after getting a featured spot as one of our under-$100 Shopping team MVPS, it quickly rose to top-of-cart fame. Liang's series of line drawings serve as a love letter to the vibrant small businesses that have been hit hard by COVID-19, and part of the proceeds go to Welcome to Chinatown’s Longevity Fund which helps distribute grants for at-risk small businesses.
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byFeliciaLiang Noodle Restaurant Drawing, $, available at Etsy
Mike's Hot Honey
We imagine hoards of shoppers drizzling Mike's Hot Honey on their February food just to feel something. After receiving a featured spot in our last-minute Valentine's Day gift guide, the bottle of 100% pure honey infused with a kick of chili peppers and vinegar caught fire in R29 readers' carts.
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Mike's Hot Honey Honey with a Kick, $, available at Amazon
Everlane The Track Wide-Leg Pant
Soon after Everlane launched its track-inspired loungewear collection, these retro wide-leg pants crafted from 100%-organic cotton made a serious cart dent. The style is of a more sophisticated sweatpant we'd happily sport from bed to couch and out on the face-masked town.
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Everlane The Track Wide-Leg Pant, $, available at Everlane
The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG
After R29 Beauty's Aimee Simeon went straight to the source and asked trusted dermatologists for their unfiltered opinions on eye creams that actually work, The Ordinary's Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG came out on top as the best budget buy.
"This is a great cost-saving yet effective option that can help improve dark circles, hydrate the skin and reduce puffiness. I like to keep mine in the fridge for an extra cooling effect on the skin during application to improve puffiness," dermatologist Ryan Turner, MD, of Turner Dermatology in New York City shared.
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The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG, $, available at The Ordinary
Zyllion Shiatsu Back & Neck Massager
The wellness-product award for February goes to this heated shiatsu massager gadget that boasts a whopping 30,000+ reviews on Amazon. Shoppers carted it up as a last-minute V-Day gift that relaxed reviews describe as "one of the best purchases I've ever made" and one passionate customer even referred to theirs as "my loyal compadre."
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Zyllion Shiatsu Back and Neck Massager, $, available at Amazon
Corrigan Studio Linney Wide Square-Arm Velvet Loveseat
Not all loveseats are created equal — a theory that this here under-$300 velvet two-seater sofa proves. Shoppers invested in this luxe-looking home buy due to its reasonable price point, plushness, and ample lounging area coupled with a small-space-friendly frame.
"Very nice loveseat, especially considering the price! It was easy to assemble with 2 people, although I was able to do most of it by myself. Fits perfectly in the small space I was trying to fill, the material is nice and it seems sturdy. I added a couple of throw pillows to it and it looks great!" one pleased purchaser affirms.
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Corrigan Studio Linney 55'' Wide Velvet Square Arm Loveseat, $, available at Wayfair
Zella Studio Crop Lite Leggings
A 40% off top-bought pair of lightweight and moisture-wicking leggings with a cropped length and pink-paradise hue from our February coverage of Nordstrom's best winter deals. As one Zella diehard put it, "They are so dang soft but still feel thick! I wish there were more colors in this specific style/fit! Also worth noting I’m plus size and they fit great".
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Zella Studio Crop Lite Leggings, $, available at Nordstrom
Sunset Projection Lamp
If you haven't already caught a glimpse on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, or our story dedicated to it, then peep the viral sunset-projection lamp in all its bestselling glory right here. As you might have guessed, it's a $25 lamp that projects glowing light meant to imitate the setting sun with the flip of a switch.
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YCSD Sunset Projection Led Light, Rainbow Sunset, $, available at Amazon
Color Wow X Chris Appleton Money Masque
What happens when Kim Kardashian's stylish launches a hydrating treatment with hair-brand favorite Color Wow? It becomes a viral cart star. Appleton worked with the brand to concoct a deep conditioner, dubbed the Money Masque, that delivers super-glossy and expensive-looking hair.
R29's Beauty writer Megan Decker tried it IRL and attests: "My long red hair — which can feel a little coarse and wiry to the touch — was definitely softer and shinier, yet had zero feelings of tackiness or silicone residue that can sometimes follow a heavy treatment mask. I didn't know if my hair looks noticeably more expensive, per se, but a flashbulb camera might say otherwise."
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Color Wow MONEY MASQUE, $, available at Color Wow
Besimple Body Flower Vase
This smooth and curvy ceramic vase trended across February carts as an expensive-looking home trend shopper's secretly bagged for cheap on Amazon.
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Besimple Body Flower Vase, $, available at Amazon
Outdoor Voices Adjustable Face Mask 5-Pack
Dual layers, adjustable straps, and reviewer-approval earned this OV five-pack a top-bought spot in our roundup of the most breathable face-mask styles.
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Outdoor Voices Adjustable Face Mask, 5-Pack, $, available at Outdoor Voices
Dash Mini Heart Shaped Waffle Maker
Although this most wanted contender resulted from last-minute Valentine's Day gift coverage, it's really a year-round type of delightful buy worth purchasing for yourself or anyone else. Plus any "very online" person knows there's way more to a mini waffle maker than just making plain old mini waffles.
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Dash Mini waffle maker, 4 inch, Red Love Heart, $, available at Amazon
Zara Ripped Pink Dye Stained Jeans
Zara's new spring collection covered a lot of 2021 fashion ground, resulting in a top-purchased pair of jeans amidst the sea of trending sweatpants. In step with the non-skinny-jean movement, this bestselling $50 denim features a high-waist fit, straight-cut legs, washed effect, and ripped detailing in the knees.
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Zara Ripped Pink Dye Stained Jeans, $, available at Zara
Nike Daybreak Sneaker
Here's a top-shopped answer for what footwear to pair with your new non-skinny-leg jeans: this trending pair of under-$100 Nike kicks with a chunkier sole and cool-retro vibe.
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Nike Daybreak Sneaker, $, available at Nordstrom
Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter
After announcing its plans to close come September, beloved beauty brand Becca received well-deserved shopping attention from stans looking to stock up while they still can. The top-bought product was its cult-favorite highlighter — an award-winning pressed-powder formula that magically delivers an ultra-creamy, melt-into-your-skin finish and a naturally luminous glow.
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Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector™ Pressed Highlighter, $, available at Becca Cosmetics
Free People Hailee Sweater Set
Matching loungewear sets are still popping off — and shoppers' February carts were filled with this soft-and-slouchy sweater set that often sells out from fan-favorite brand Free People.
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FP Beach | Free People Hailee Sweater Set, $, available at Free People
Saatva Mattress Topper
Shoppers are still investing in sleep support and Saatva's bestselling mattress topper has yet again climbed its way to the tops of February carts. Best for customizable sleep, the top-rated bed buy is crafted offered in three different options for specific sleep styles: graphite for hot sleepers who want temperature regulation; latex for sleepers looking for sustainably made body support; or performance foam for sleepers in need of contoured pressure relief.
"Best in the market — totally worth paying the extra for this mattress pad. It's comfortable, doesn't need shaking, and is perfect for a hard mattress," read one sound sleeper's seal of approval.
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Saatva Mattress Toppers, $, available at Saatva
Moon Dust Advanced Teeth Whitening Paste
After sharing her results in a teeth-whitening feature onsite, R29's Health & Wellness writer Elizabeth Gulino helped earn this little tub of Moon Dust paste a top-bought spot. Described as "a polish for teeth", this product uses kaolin and bentonite clay to buff off stains and reveal a whiter smile.
"I liked this product because it was extremely easy to work into my routine — you literally just dip your toothbrush into the dust after you put your toothpaste on, and voilà! You just brush away. It honestly felt like it gave my toothpaste an even mintier finish if that’s possible. And, you only need to do it one to two times a week for it to be effective, which is a step up from wearing strips on my teeth for thirty minutes at a time," Elizabeth explained.
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Moon Moon Dust Advanced Teeth Whitening Paste, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Foundstone Katrina Task Chair
A new home-office chair reigns supreme! This pretty white chair with gleaming gold hardware (pictured here IRL at a happy reviewer's home!) picked up purchase steam over the past 30 days due to its stylish appearance coupled with solid lumbar support, back-angle adjustment, center-tilt capabilities, and foam-filled leather cushioning. Not to mention, it's also 50% off!
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Foundstone Katrina Task Chair, $, available at Wayfair
All Things Shared Cloud-Shaped Mirror
After being featured in a trend piece on blob-like selfie mirrors AND receiving a coveted spot in our Shopping team's under-$100 monthly MVPS, this $20 desk mirror became a top-bought February hall-of-famer. Happy wavy home buys are trending!
Our very own Shopping editor (aka me) can confirm: "Although it's small and not very hefty (as reviewers warned, the quality is pretty thin and light), it serves its vibey purpose; good for selfies and looks cool with the rest of my desk baubles."
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All Things Shared Frameless Cloud-Shaped Mirror & Stand, $, available at Amazon
Sweaty Betty Gary Yoga Trousers
Sweatpants skyrocketed from the bottom drawer to the forefront of our closets — and, after an effort to narrow down the comfiest styles by asking R29 readers and staffers for their favorite pairs, this relaxed trouser-style by Sweaty Betty earned the bestselling spot.
"There are two versions; the spring/summer fairly light version and the thicker luxe version. Both are super soft, really comfy, and don't make my @ss look huge! (In fact, they're really flattering!) I virtually live in these and have them in pretty much all the colors! I always get compliments when I wear them too," R29 reader, Jennie, gushed.
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Sweaty Betty Gary Yoga Trousers, $, available at Nordstom
Parachute Cloud Cotton Robe
Parachute's iconic cloud-cotton robe is, unsurprisingly, a top February buy. We're guessing shoppers carted it up as a crowd-pleasing V-Day gift. We'd also venture to assume that more than a few purchased it for themselves — so they could swaddle up in its dreamy two-ply gauze and Turkish-cotton embrace.
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Parachute Cloud Cotton Robe, $, available at Parachute
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