11 Most Popular Products of April 2021, According to Our Readers
Hello sunshine — readers are stocking up on warm weather essentials.
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Each month at Good Housekeeping, we round up the best gifts on the market, report on top trends of the season, and put both new and trusted products to the test in the esteemed Good Housekeeping Institute — and each month, our readers decide which items they want to spend their hard-earned cash on.
Spring has finally sprung, and Good Housekeeping readers are filling their carts to prepare for the warmer months ahead with seasonal items like bug control spray and sunscreens to enjoy time outside and fresh air (much needed after the long year everyone's had!). However, with rising temperatures come spring allergies, so people are searching for and buying the best air purifiers and vacuums now more than ever. Many people are still embracing the indoor life, too, stocking up on luxury sheets, pillows and fluffy down alternative comforters for the coziest, comfiest summer at home.
Below, see the most popular products of the moment, as dictated by you, our readers. For more shopping inspiration, be sure to also check out What's In My Cart, a series in which our home editors share their personal favorite items for all things home and decor.
Spectrum Cutter Backyard Bug Control
Amazon reviewers can't stop raving about this bug control spray — nearly 9,000 of them gave it a perfect five star rating. You simply attach it to your garden hose to treat outdoor spaces up to 5,000 square feet. Spectrum claims that it keep bugs and insects away for up to 12 weeks.
CLEVERFY Aromatherapy Shower Steamers
These essential oil shower bombs are currently an Amazon-bestseller, and they come in yummy scents like lavendar, mint/eucalyptus, vanilla, watermelon, grapefruit and peppermint. Reviewers love the smell and recommend placing the tablet on the opposite side of the drain to last longer. Hint: this set makes for a budget-friendly yet thoughtful Mother's Day gift.
Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam Handheld Steamer
The Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning Lab experts vetted this steamer as the best overall garment steamer and even badged it with the Good Housekeeping Seal. Our pros loved that it has two steam slots and five steam settings to use on multiple fabrics. Online reviewers also say that it's easy to set up and use.
Coppertone Pure & Simple SPF 50 Lotion
Lab testers loved that this sunscreen didn't feel sticky or heavy on the skin. It has SPF 50 and is said to protect against both UVA and UVB rays, and it's fragrance-free and hypoallergenic. Just take note that some online reviewers complained about the product leaving a white cast on the face.
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REVLON One-Step Hair Dryer And Volumizer Hot Air Brush
This hot styling brush almost never fails to make our monthly best-sellers, and it's highly popular on Amazon with over 250,000 ratings. With just a few strokes, you can dry your hair and style it in minutes. Keep in mind that the brush is a little heavy, so your arm may get tired while styling — especially if you have a lot of hair.
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Linenspa Down Alternative Microfiber Comforter
Month to month, readers show love for this lightweight, cooling comforter, which is good to use even in the summer. It includes built-in ties at the corners to keep it from slipping out of your duvet cover, and it's machine washable for your convenience. The comforter comes in several prints and colors.
Coop Home Goods Premium Adjustable Loft Pillow
You are in control of the support and softness for this memory foam pillow, because it comes with additional stuffing you can add (or remove). It's loved by our Textile Lab experts and Amazon reviewers, and it's a top-seller among readers almost every month. If end up not loving the pillow, you can get a full refund within 100 days of purchase.
Blueair Blue Pure 411 Air Purifier
It's on the smaller side (and is designed for smaller spaces up to 175 square feet), but it's a great value buy that claims to capture 99% of airborne pollutants and odors. One of our staffers loves using it for her 400-square-foot apartment, saying it has eliminated dust and musty smells within just a few days of using it.
Pads and tampons are thing of a past with these leakproof underwear shorts. They feature an extended gusset that claims to absorb four teaspoons of blood, urine or sweat. The shorts are available in sizes XS to 4XL.
Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Max Clean Pet Pro
Our Good Housekeeping Cleaning Lab points out that this vacuum is lightweight compared to similar models on the market, and love that it has a removable brush roll cover for easy cleaning. It's excellent at removing fur and targeting tough stains, thanks to its included attachment.
The Textiles Lab loves these sheets, the enduring best overall sheets in Lab tests for years for a number of reasons: They're buttery-smooth, easy to set up thanks to their long and short labels and boast a 480-thread count.
Shanon is a writer and editor who specializes in best-of product roundups and deals. She has over six years of experience, including almost three years as a Good Housekeeping product and reviews editor, covering the best sales and products across home, appliances, health, beauty, parenting and more.
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