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10 Things GH Readers Were Obsessed With in September

These pieces will add simplicity into your life.

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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.


Last month, our readers focused on back-to-school shopping as school and universities returned to remote schooling and in-person learning. Readers snagged everything from backpacks and lunch boxes and beyond to ensure their kids headed back to the classroom in style and well-stocked. We also noticed a surge in sales for pillowcases and weighted blankets for those headed back to college dorms.

Beyond back-to-school essentials, in September, our readers were picking up a mix of items for organization, cooking, comfort and beyond with multifunctional kitchen appliances from NutriBullet, our top-tested air fryer from Ninja and top-rated beauty products like the Revlon One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer. We also saw a trend in organization with pieces to help organize your home for under $1 (yes, really).

See below for the most popular products of September 2021, picked by our trusted readers:

1
Great For Travel

Awaytravel The Mini

The Mini
Credit: awaytravel

This petite wonder stands under 7 inches and is designed to keep toiletries and personal items safe during travel so damaged products wont be a worry on your weekend getaway. The mini is made with a durable polycarbonate hard shell just like the popular full-sized suitcases at Away. 

2
for At Home Blowouts

Revlon One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer

One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer

This magical hair brush has over 300,000 reviews on amazon and can help you achieve a salon style blowout in the comfort of your own home. The one-step brush not only dries your hair but helps detangle, smooth and style in one step. It includes three heat and speed settings as well as a cooling option to help set styles. 

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3
for your marie kondo moment

MULINN Drawer Organizer

Drawer Organizer
Credit: Mulinn

Keep your small garments in order with this mesh organizer. It is under $2 and will keep your socks and underwear perfectly sorted even when the rest of your world isn't. It's the little things that count!

4
a top-notch Handheld Steamer

Conair Turbo Extreme Steam Hand Held Fabric Steamer

Turbo Extreme Steam Hand Held Fabric Steamer

This handheld steamer was named best overall garment steamer by our Cleaning Lab and holds the Good Housekeeping Seal. The Conair Turbo Extreme is packed with power to help remove those stubborn wrinkles in a wide range of fabrics. This steamer has five heat settings and a ceramic face plate which gives it a smoother glide. 

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5
the coziest Bath Towel ever

Brooklinen Super-Plush Bath Towels

Super-Plush Bath Towels
Credit: Brooklinen

After testing by our Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab, these Brooklinen Super-Plush bath towels were named one of our top tested towels. This super soft set of two is made from Turkish Cotton which gives for a luxurious feel in a range of colors for virtually any home. 

6
Best for Foodies

Ninja AF161 Max XL Air Fryer

AF161 Max XL Air Fryer

An ever-popular favorite, this best overall air fryer not only cuts cooking time, but is a healthier alternative than traditional deep frying. This XL version can broil, bake, reheat and even dehydrates. 

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7
the best wireless headphones out there

Apple AirPods Pro

 AirPods Pro

These sweat and water resistant in ear headphones are great for jamming out during your afternoon runs or tuning into you favorite evening podcasts. The noise canceling option is perfect for cutting out disruptive sounds but with the transparency feature, you can easily let outside sounds in with a simple press and hold the ends of the AirPod. 

8
a kitchen must-have

Feishe Adhesive Sponge Holder Sink Caddy

Adhesive Sponge Holder Sink Caddy
Credit: Feishe

This adhesive sponge holder will help keep your kitchen organized. Simply stick the suction-cups to the sides of your sink, add your sponge and you're good to go. With a price tag under $1, who could resist? 

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9
for On-the-go Smoothies

NutriBullet Blender Combo

Blender Combo

Whether its fruit, veggies or a mix of both, the NutriBullet is great for mixing your morning smoothies. This combo set features a standard blender but also comes with tapered blender cups and lids for those who are always on the move. 

10
a super customizable pillow

Parachute Home Parachute Home Down Pillow

Parachute Home Down Pillow
Credit: Parachute

Not only can you choose your size, but you can also pick the perfect density pillow for you. The Parachute Home Down Pillow is available in standard and king sizes as well as soft, medium and firm densities for your style of sleep.  

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Raena Loper
Contributing Writer and Analyst

Raena Loper (she/her) is a fashion journalist and product analyst based in New Jersey whose work has appeared in Forbes, Good Housekeeping and O, The Oprah Magazine. Raena is a graduate from Montclair State University where she earned a degree in fashion studies as well as gender, sexuality and women's studies. In her free time, she enjoys sewing, cooking BBQ and spending time with family. 

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