These Are The Shocking Bestsellers Of Prime Day — And We Didn't See These Coming

We always assume that Prime Day is a spending spree reserved for massive TVs, bulky home tools and big-ticket tech. While that would normally be true, this year, it’s clear consumers are most concerned with cost-cutting and bulk buying, since, you know, the price of everything is too damn high. This 62-count of Finish dishwasher pods is at a sweet, sweet discount right now, and it’ll last you for months. Grab a few tubs, and you’ll feel like you’ve finally got a Costco membership.

One of the more surprising bestsellers of the past 24 hours has been this tiny car adapter. Given that so many HuffPost readers love it when we talk about newer tech, power stations and charging bricks, this tiny old-to-new-tech adapter was genuinely unexpected.

If your car is maybe too old for modern Bluetooth and wireless connections, this small adapter might help. You can plug it into your USB-A port and connect the other end to your iPhone to use Apple CarPlay on the go. If you’re tired of cords in your vehicle, this can make that whole process it wireless.

Promising review: “I’m really happy with this wireless CarPlay adapter. Setup was quick and easy, and it connected to my iPhone without any issues. I love not having to plug my phone in every time I get in the car. The connection has been reliable, and CarPlay works just like it does when connected with a cable. It’s also small and doesn’t take up much space. Overall, this is a great little adapter and definitely makes driving more convenient. I would recommend it if you want to turn wired CarPlay into wireless CarPlay without spending a lot of money.” —BM

Earlier this year, dermatologists let it slip that if you want to get rid of “old person smell” — also known as nonenal odors, which naturally occur starting at around the age of 40 — then you should be looking to incorporate tannins into your body and skin care routines. One previously suggested source of tannins is the enduring drugstore staple Thayers witch hazel toner, which, as you’ll soon discover, has a whole host of beneficial uses beyond neutralizing unwanted odors that come with age.

Formulated completely free of drying alcohols, this daily toner contains macerated witch hazel (a method the brand has been using since 1847), soothing aloe and glycerin, a highly effective humectant that draws moisture into the skin. Available in five refreshing scents, including an unscented option, this bottle of toner will prove to be a worthy bathroom cabinet addition in more ways than one.

You can grab a bottle today for 30% off, matching its lowest price ever.

It seems I’m going to need a lunch or dinner invite from some of you. HuffPost readers are flocking to this easy shredder, ahead of Thanksgiving and holiday gatherings. This BPA-free kitchen aid shreds meats like chicken breasts or pulled pork in literal seconds with just a few twists. It’s dishwasher-safe, deemed "legit the best thing ever" by users, and can make a dreaded kitchen prep task go by so much quicker. It could come in especially handy for people with mobility issues or arthritis. Or any extremely busy person who doesn’t have the time (or willpower) to rip up meat with their bare hands.

You know, there’s no shortage of functional blankets on sale for Prime Day, but it seems that none are as interesting to look at as this one. We’re assuming that’s why our readers are buying so many of these Bedsure Cloud Bubble throw blankets. With the holidays coming up, these are also pretty good gift ideas, too!

Promising review: “This Throw is so soft and comfy that you can’t wait to curl up in it and watch TV.. I love it so much that I am buying another one as a gift for my daughter. It is so warm and light weight that you can’t feel that you have it on. Being so easy for washing and just give a shake and put in dryer. It comes out fluffy and soft.” — Kathy

If no other good thing came out of summer’s cyclosporiasis outbreak — officially declared over, by the way — it certainly reminded so many how important it is to wash your greens. Enter: this 5-quart Cuisinart salad spinner with a simple spin knob operation that doubles as a serving bowl. The lid is designed so you can add and drain water without having to take it off, and the base is non-skid to keep the bowl in place as it spins.

Some organizations say your shower curtain liner and shower floor harbor 60 times more bacteria than your toilet seat. Disgusting? Yep. And maybe that fact drove readers to buy, in droves, arguably the most boring thing our Shopping reporters have covered this October Prime Day.

If you can’t remember the last time you washed your liner, or you’ve noticed mold and soap scum stains on your existing curtain, this extra-long liner is a good replacement. It’s made with BPA-free PEVA material and rust-proof grommets, and has three magnets that keep the liner in place while you shower.

Of all the indoor fitness machines that money can buy, this one seems to be the one to reign supreme with our readers. This vibration board can literally help shake your body awake, and so many people (of all ages up to 80!) are noticing an improvement in their balance with it. According to so many gushing reviews, this might be the only workout machine you need. Just take it from this short review: “Inches lost! Cellulite gone! Face slimmer and lifted.” And better balance to boot? Yes, this is the gem to nab.

In addition to being physically laborious and a lot for your hands, doing dishes can be a sensory nightmare, especially if you’re sensitive to smells and textures. I don’t know about you, but just thinking about the smell of a moldy sponge makes me queasy, not to mention using one and having the smell stay on your hands after you’re done. YUCK!

The Scrub Daddy sponge is a magical household scrubbing tool that promises odor resistance, unlike traditional sponges, and won’t scratch surfaces while still being tough on messes. The unique texture and polymer foam material change from firm to soft based on water temperature, while the holes are great for cleaning smaller utensils. This discounted six-pack includes six Scrub Mommy sponges —which are a combination of the original scrubbing material and a foam material on the other side that generates suds — and a sink caddy to drain and store your sponge.

Not only do they make the actual cleaning easier, but I find they also make the sensory stuff a little less brutal and truly do not make my hands smell like mold.