I Never Shop on Amazon, but Even I Added These 10 Fashion, Home, and Beauty Finds to My Cart This Year

As PEOPLE’s senior shopping writer, my days consist of researching and writing about all the best fashion, beauty and home items retailers have to offer. However, when it comes to my shopping habits, I actually have a shocking secret to share: I really don’t shop on Amazon that often (sigh!).

Being surrounded by must-have products day in and day out, it takes a lot of thought to finally purchase the items piling up in my online shopping cart. So I figured it was only fair to share the discoveries that convinced me to make my “buy” choices this year, including the sweater I lived in all fall and winter and the face moisturizer I’ve repurchased dozens of times. The best part? My top picks start at just $10.

Check out the 10 best things I bought on Amazon in 2024, including skincare essentials, cozy closet staples, and PEOPLE-approved picks.

Amazon’s picks that writers love

• 45% off: Yankee Candle Lilac Flower Classic Large Jar, $17 (was $31)
• Repeat Purchase: Elf Skin Holy Hydration! Face cream, $13
• PEOPLE Tested Pick: Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops, $28 (originally $29)
• Anrabess Crew Neck Oversized Sweater, $45
• Afeetsing Round Toe Ballet Flats, $24
• Beats Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Headphones, $130 (orig. $200)
• Manzi Opaque Control Top Leggings, $10
• BFWood Steel Bristle Bamboo Hair Brush, $16
• The Gym People High Waist Yoga Pants, $25-$29 (originally $30)
• Kodak Pixpro FZ45-RD Digital Camera, $90 (orig. $100)

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Anrabess oversized crewneck sweater

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$45 on Amazon

I was so impressed by this round neck sweater that I wrote about it more than once twice this year (and I guess it will be the third now). I can’t stress enough how comfortable and perfectly oversized this sweater feels and fits me, and I love how easy it is to pair with jeans. Although I don’t usually buy multiple pieces, I couldn’t help but pick up this sweater in two different colors — and I just added another one to my winter basket.

Yankee candle Classic candle in a large jar of lilac flowers

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$31 $17 on Amazon

As an avid candle user, it was only a matter of time before I tried one of the many popular Yankee Candle scents. This lilac floral candle made my apartment feel like a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of New York all spring and summer, and I’ve also since picked up some of the brand’s seasonal offerings.

Elf Skin Holy hydration! Face cream

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$13 on Amazon

Although my beauty cabinet is constantly changing, you’ll never catch me without a tub of Elf’s Holy Hydration Moisturizer. It’s lightweight, ultra-moisturizing and affordable. What more can you ask for in a face cream?

Beats Solo 4 wireless on-ear headphones

Amazon

$200 $130 on Amazon

I actually got these headphones as a birthday present for my boyfriend when they were on sale for Black Friday, and I’m happy to report that they were a hit. He likes that they fold up for easy portability and says the sound quality is second to none.

Afeetsing round toe ballerinas

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$24 on Amazon

After spotting ballet flats on so many of my favorite celebrities this year (Zendaya, Meghan Markle, and Katie Holmes, to name a few), I decided to see what all the fuss was about by purchasing this pair from Amazon—and I’m so glad that I am. These shoes are comfortable enough to last miles of walking in New York City – the ultimate indicator of quality footwear – and add the sweetest softness to my outfit.

Manzi Opaque Control Top Leggings

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$10 on Amazon

I’m always on the lookout for tear-resistant leggings that don’t break the bank, and so far I’ve been totally impressed with this pair from Amazon. I love that they give a semi-sheer look without feeling thin or flimsy, and at only $10 a pair, I won’t be mad if they end up snagging or tearing.

The Gym People high waisted yoga pants

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$30 $25 on Amazon

While I fell in love with these popular leggings when I refreshed my athleisure collection earlier this year, it seems I’m not the only one who loves them: Nearly 38,200 customers have given them a perfect rating, with one user calling them “the best leggings on Amazon. ”

BFWood bamboo hair brush with steel fibers

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$16 on Amazon

I decided to get this hair brush after learning about the benefits of a steel bristle brush and I can honestly say that my hair has never looked better. Hundreds of five-star reviewers agree that their hair looks and feels healthier, silkier and smoother after using this brush, with one even saying that using it feels like a “scalp massage”.

Kodak Pixpro FZ45-RD digital camera

Amazon

$100 $90 on Amazon

With three bachelorette parties and even more weddings on my calendar approaching 2024, I knew I wanted to pick up a compact camera to help me capture the memories. Enter: the Kodak Pixpro digital camera, currently on sale for $90. This simple camera gives pictures a throwback feel, and it’s very easy to download photos to your phone or computer.

Isle of Paradise self-tanning drops

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$29 $28 on Amazon

These PEOPLE-approved self-tanning drops Tested are the ultimate savior when I need a tan. They don’t smell or stain my sheets, and they turn into a natural tan in just a few hours — win!

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