10 Years Ago These Genius Things For Women Would’ve Been Expensive, But Now They’re Cheap As Hell

Home security systems are an entire category that feels way more accessible and affordable than they were 10 years ago. For example, would you have ever guessed your fingerprint would be able to unlock your door? And for less than $50 at that! Think of this smart doorknob as having an extra security step that allows you to set your fingerprint as a code to enter, along with a few other ways to unlock your home for flexibility and convenience.

These slippers have a recognizable look that easily rivals pricier versions. With much more accessible options these days, they’re a no-brainer, budget-friendly choice for casual, cozy ‘fits. They’re crafted with a suede upper and a plush, faux-shearling lining that traps heat to keep your feet warm. A durable outsole means that you can even wear these outside.

This volumizing hair dryer has made blowouts from the salon virtually a thing of the past, delivering the same results at home. With a 2.8-inch oval barrel, it styles hair as it dries, creating a smooth and sleek look with plenty of bounce and volume. It offers three temperature settings for customizable heat tailored to your hair type and strength.

Use a bidet once, and you’ll wonder how you’ve ever lived without one for so long. Luckily, you don’t have to hire a plumber or purchase an expensive new toilet to experience this life-changing level of cleanliness from your own bathroom. This bidet attachment has a self-cleaning nozzle and a control dial to adjust water pressure and switch between two nozzle modes. It easily fits with most standard toilets.

Control the lighting in your home from the convenience of your phone and a wifi connection — even when you’re away. These smart bulbs are about as customizable as custom lighting gets. They provide 16 million color options and one to 100% dimmable brightness levels. You can also use the timer schedule to mimic the sunrise and sunset to fit your own lifestyle. Better yet, this two-pack isn’t much more expensive than a regular set of bulbs.

Touchscreen-friendly gloves are pretty much essential these days. Luckily, you can expect to pay the price of a latte for a quality pair like these. They’re made from a soft and cozy Merino wool blend with highly sensitive fingertips that allow you to text, scroll, and tap without having to remove your entire glove. The silicone palms also help give you a good grip when driving and using your hands.

Waterfall showers used to be something you typically found at spas and luxury hotels, but today, you can easily turn your own shower into one with this showerhead attachment. It’s made of stainless steel and brass for a luxe finish, with over 100 silicone jets and air-in technology to deliver a high-pressure flow. “It is a raincloud waiting on your command!” one shopper summed up.

Burning candles? A thing of the past. This candle warmer lamp is a little luxury that uses heat to release fragrance from the candle, eliminating an open flame, smoke, and soot. With adjustable brightness and heat settings, a wooden base, and a decorative flower-shaped glass shade, it functions more like an actual lamp and even has a built-in timer for peace of mind.

Automated pet care might once have felt like a high-tech luxury, but today, sticking to a consistent feeding schedule for your pet has never been easier (or more affordable). With an easy-to-read LCD screen, this pet feeder lets you program and schedule multiple meals a day with customized portion sizes of kibble. Your pet will think so highly of you.

Get a luxury spa experience at home by investing in this towel steamer machine. It works in as little as five minutes but features a timer up to 30 minutes, so towels are always warm and fresh whenever you’re ready for one. It can hold six to eight towels or 16 smaller facial towels at once, and even comes with a set of tongs.

Charging devices have come a long way, which means something as advanced as this nightstand charger would’ve been a pretty penny back in the day. It functions primarily as a touch-sensitive night-light with four adjustable brightness levels, with the bonus of a built-in charging pad for wirelessly charging your phone. Even more impressive, it doubles as a Bluetooth speaker.

This UV nail lamp brings salon technology to your home, and at a relatively affordable price. It’s completely changed the quality of at-home manicures by curing gel polish in half the drying time. This one features a smart sensor along with three adjustable cure times.

For gymwear and athleisure of this caliber, you used to have to shell out nearly triple digits, no questions about it. Thankfully, that buttery-smooth fabric designed to move with you is much more accessible today, and this CRZ Yoga longline sports bra is a perfect example. It’s backed by a 4.5-star average rating, but other pieces from this brand have also gone viral, and with this price range, it’s easy to see why.

Once marketed as a specialized add-on to standard prescription lenses, these blue light-blocking glasses are a stylish way to protect your eyes from too much screen time, which can lead to eye strain, fatigue, and even headaches. But with an increase in remote work and screen time, they’ve made their way to the mainstream market and, luckily, at such an affordable price.

A decade ago, smart scales were a far more niche investment, but today — even though they offer way more impressive features — they’re available at a much more budget-friendly price, making this option an absolute steal. It weighs out the exact amount of food on your plate and then delivers detailed nutritional analysis in the compatible app, so it’s easier to track your progress and reach your health goals.

These over-the-ear Bluetooth headphones deliver a premium sound without the premium price you wouldn’t have been able to escape a decade ago. They block up to 90% of ambient noise, boosting the sound of your music with up to 110 hours of playback on a single charge. Made with an ergonomic design and slow-rebound memory foam, they’re pleasantly comfortable to wear whether you’re in the gym or on a plane.

Under-cabinet lights used to be a home upgrade found in modern, expensive homes; they offer the same luxe look and convenience today but for a fraction of the cost. These under-cabinet lights are actually super easy to install, with an adhesive back that sticks directly onto ironwork surfaces — which means no expensive electrician bill. Even more impressive, they have motion sensors and are USB-C rechargeable.

Materials like leather are way more accessible today, which is why these genuine Italian leather gloves come at such a reasonable price. Made from authentic sheepskin and wool lining, they keep hands warm and toasty in the cold. Sleek and stylish, they look like you paid way more than you actually did.

A decade ago, keeping your coffee at the perfect temperature throughout the day would’ve meant multiple trips to the microwave. This mug warmer offers a more convenient solution. The large, heat-resistant glass surface accommodates ceramic mugs, while three temperature settings allow you to land on your ideal level of warmth. It features automatic shutoff and an adjustable 12-hour timer.

Want to start a podcast? You’re in the right era where it’s completely accessible to do so, with no studio time or expensive equipment necessary. This microphone produces broadcast-level audio with the right home setup and features a USB connection that can be connected directly to your laptop, and buttons on the front that allow you to control the gain and volume. From there, you just need basic recording software.

This indoor home security camera with smart tracking, two-way audio, and a 360-degree view probably would’ve been considered an investment 10 years ago, but now you can get all those features without the hefty price tag. It follows your family and pets as they move, so you can check in in real time for peace of mind. You can even talk back thanks to the two-way audio.

Brew your coffee, tea, or cocoa on the go with this electric kettle. It features four preset temperatures with an automatic shutoff once it hits your desired temperature, displayed on the LCD screen. It can hold up to 13.5 ounces of liquid, and despite its features and size, it’s actually lightweight and easy to carry with a convenient handle.

For those who are always misplacing their wallet or purse, this tracking card is a clever way to always be able to keep track of it. Its slim profile easily fits in your wallet, just like a regular card, and connects to your iPhone’s Find My app, so you can keep tabs on your belongings in real time.

Featuring seven colored light therapy modes, this facial tool feels like something you’d receive as a treatment at a medspa — not necessarily from the comfort of your couch. Through heat and vibrations, it also helps create a tightening effect, especially along the chin and jawline.

French coffee presses used to be more of a luxury import, but today you can easily order this one from Amazon and have a fresh cup by the next day. It’s made with a borosilicate glass carafe and a four-layer stainless steel filter to produce a smooth concentrate with rich flavor.

A decade ago, you’d probably have to go to the jeweler to restore shine to your most worn jewelry pieces. Today, this compact ultrasonic cleaning machine makes it easy to do with the push of a button — just add your own cleaning solution and choose from two preset cleaning modes: a five-minute cycle for regular maintenance and a seven-minute setting for a more thorough cleaning.

There are regular heating pads, and then there’s this portable one that easily wraps around your body to deliver relief from menstrual cramps. It features three adjustable heat settings and a few vibration modes for a massage-like effect on the back and legs. With automatic shutoff, it can even be used while sleeping.

This electric lighter is a relatively modern invention that, once you try it, you’ll never reach for matches or a pocket lighter again. With the click of a button, it creates a wind-resistant plasma arc. It’s chargeable via USB-C, so that means no disposable fuel or batteries. Plus, the long handle and flexible gooseneck design give you the perfect angle for lighting any candle.

Content creation — and the tools for making said content — is much more accessible today, so that anyone can do it. This set has everything you need to kick off your vlogging career. It includes a face-tracking tripod compatible with an iPhone, a set of wireless lavalier microphones, and LED lights that can attach to your phone so your videos appear higher quality.

An iron and an ironing board may feel a little outdated, but wrinkled clothing will never be the look. This portable steamer delivers similar results and is much more practical and accessible. Its water tank has a 240-milliliter capacity to provide up to 15 minutes of continuous steam. Use it on nearly all fabrics, including cotton, linen, silk, and wool.

Electric toothbrushes have become the new teeth-cleaning standard over the past decades. This AquaSonic one produces 40,000 vibrations per minute for a thorough clean around every tooth and offers four brushing modes and vibration timers. It’s backed by over 100,000 five-star ratings on Amazon — and costs you less than a tank of gas.

Living in a smart home still sounds just as futuristic as it did 10 years ago, but it’s an extremely accessible way of living today, thanks to Amazon smart plugs. Control everything from your TV, lights, and fans to your coffee maker. It works via the Amazon Alexa app and can be configured to your Alexa device for voice control.

Label practically anything around your home with this label maker. Bluetooth-powered, it connects to your phone, where you can customize and create labels via an app featuring hundreds of icons, borders, templates, and nearly 30 languages. Once you’re ready, the portable printer spits out your design onto an adhesive label.

Turn your shower into a club if you’d like; these lights are waterproof enough to actually go into your shower and offer 15 color options with two dynamic modes. They’re battery-operated and feature an automatic shutoff timer.

Topical vitamin C serum used to be hard to come by unless you stumbled into a medspa and were willing to spend a lot of money. Now, you can find the skin-care staple for a lot less. This highly rated option helps brighten dull-looking skin and even out the appearance of dark spots over time, giving your complexion a healthy glow.

Replacing your sink’s faucet with a filtered option in the name of clearer skin would’ve seemed expensive and maybe even a little extra a decade ago, but today it’s so much more reasonable to do. This filter (for cold water use only) features a four-stage filtration system that helps reduce irritants and contaminants in your tap water, which can negatively affect your skin’s health. Plus, it’s easy to install yourself within minutes.

To get an accurate BMI reading or understand what your muscle mass percentage is, you’d have to go to a medical office or visit a gym with fancy equipment. This scale makes all of that and more possible from the comfort of your own home. It measures 13 key body composition metrics and gives you an in-depth body analysis (including calorie intake tracking) with a downloadable app.

These steamed eye masks are a self-care upgrade that feels like a pricey spa treatment. Air-activated, they heat up in seconds without the use of a microwave and help ease eye strain, relax facial tension, and revive the look of tired eyes. Masks like this first gained traction in Asian countries, and only recently began entering the market in the U.S.

Red light therapy has only recently started making its way into the consumer market, which is why this budget-friendly mask is such an exciting find. The LED facial mask features 90 high-performance LED beads with seven light colors, each designed to target skin concerns (and up to 60 facial zones) differently. A full charge provides up to 14 uses, and each session only takes about 15 minutes.

With nearly 4,000 ratings and an impressive 4.8-star average rating, this custom neon signage proves you don’t have to spend upwards of a few hundred dollars on a quality piece. Crafted from thick acrylic, the lights are precisely cut into whatever custom shape or phrasing you choose. It even comes with a remote control so you can easily adjust the brightness.

Bladeless fans would’ve been considered high-tech 10 years ago, or, in other words, out-of-the-ballpark expensive. But today, this compact one comes at such an affordable price that you may want to consider one for multiple rooms in your home. It uses turbine technology to keep you cool and is also a lot safer than rotating blades. Choose between three speeds and adjust with a touch control.

10 years ago, the only way to get a relaxing head massage was a trip to the salon or spa. But today, you can get the same relaxing scalp stimulation with this electric head massager. Its IPX7 waterproof design kneads the scalp with eight silicone massage heads and a total of 128 silicone nodes.

Digital cameras — and the aesthetic of their images — have made a comeback in recent years. For a while, though, your options were purchasing an expensive used one on second-hand marketplaces or paying an unreasonable price at the store. This digital camera comes at a budget-friendly price today and even comes with a 32-gigabyte memory card. It captures 1080P videos & 44MP photos and has a large LCD screen with adjustable settings.

Retinol used to be hard to come by unless you had a prescription from your dermatologist; today, it’s a pretty readily available skin-care ingredient. This beauty shot contains 0.1% pure retinal (one of the strongest forms) along with Matrixyl 3000 to deliver smoother, plumper skin over time.

For an inexpensive way to elevate your skin care routine, invest in this set of electric facial massagers. It comes with a 3D roller face massager with a diamond-grade cut that helps reach every angle of your face. The T-shaped tool helps serum absorb better into the skin, while both tools can help you achieve a temporary, more sculpted look.

Tech-y health trackers are becoming way more mainstream than they were 10 years ago. This smart ring is proof that you can get access to impressive health data for an even more impressive price. Available in a range of sizes and sleek metal finishes, it tracks activity like your heart rate, daily steps, and REM movement. Then, analyze your data in the compatible app that connects via Bluetooth.

With over 50,000 ratings and a 4.6-star average rating, this satin pillowcase is a beauty staple. The soft, smooth fabric helps protect your hair and skin much better than other fabrics can from friction and bacteria. While it may not be pure silk, it proves you don’t have to pay for real silk to enjoy the same benefits.

Pour the perfect glass every time with this electric wine aerator. It easily attaches to any bottle of wine. Push a button at the top to dispense as the wine is aerated for a smoother sip.

Full-body massage devices were barely on the market 10 years ago, and today, they can still run you over 100 dollars, which is why this handheld option feels like such a steal. It deeply penetrates the tissue and targets sore muscles with 30 speed levels and nine massage head attachments. It’s battery-operated and runs for four to six hours.

Bluetooth headphones are one thing, but they aren’t exactly practical if you’re someone who likes to fall asleep listening to audio. This mask is made from a soft material that helps shield your eyes from light while providing an immersive Bluetooth audio experience as you sleep. Its innovative design likely would’ve cost you closer to triple digits only a decade ago.

These stained-glass window films are a clever home upgrade that might have once been a pricey home upgrade, but now they’re a DIY fix you can do for less than the price of dinner. Each film is made of a premium vinyl material with a peel-and-stick design. They offer privacy while letting in the perfect amount of light, and add a ton of personality to any room.

If you had a pair of suede clogs like this a decade ago, it was evident you dropped a pretty penny on them. Today, you can find similar styles, exactly like this pair, for a fraction of the cost. Similar to high-priced versions, these are also made from a cork footbed that molds to the shape of your foot over time.

If razors and blades so close to your face intimidate you, consider this facial hair remover tool. It’s designed to smoothly glide over delicate areas of the skin, using LED technology to remove stubborn facial hair. It’s portable and USB-rechargeable, too.

Perfect for when you need to do a quick clean, this BISSELL vacuum features a lightweight design that’s just as nifty as a broom — but it’s electric and way more efficient. And just because it’s lightweight doesn’t mean it lacks powerful suction; more than 77,000 five-star reviewers would attest that it’s well worth the price of a takeout dinner.

Wireless earbuds are one of those pieces of tech that have only become more accessible over the years without compromising on features. This affordable Bluetooth pair delivers Hi-Fi stereo quality, with a noise-canceling microphone, a waterproof design, and a long battery life.