Year in Review: What Did PEOPLE Readers Buy in 2023?

There’s no doubt: 2023 was a great year for shopping.

PEOPLE readers made some notable purchases this year, including quality cleaning tools like the Roomba robot vacuum, best-selling alternative cooling pillows, and the ever-popular Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask. As the year draws to a close, we’ve taken a look back and rounded up the most popular Amazon products that our readers loved the most.

Keep scrolling to see the best-selling items that PEOPLE readers bought, and add some to your virtual cart now so they arrive in time for the holidays.

What PEOPLE readers bought the most in 2023

• Essence Lash Princess Mascara, $4.99
• Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, $24
• Apple AirPods 2nd Gen, $99 (originally $129)
• Lodge 10.25-inch Cast Iron Skillet, $19.90 (originally $42)
• iRobot 694 Roomba Robotic Vacuum, $214.99 (was $274.99)
• Crest 3D Professional Effects Whitestrips, $38.32 (was $45.99)
• Apple AirTag, 4-pack, $86.88 (originally $99)
• Sweepulire Electric Spin Washer, $54.99 (originally $65.99)
• Revlon 2.0 One Step Volumizer Hair Dryer and Hot Air Brush, $40.49
• Yankee Candle Sugar Cinnamon Large Jar Candle, $16.88 (orig. $30.99)
• Beckham Hotel Collection Bed Pillows, set of 2, $36.59 with coupon (orig. $60.99)
• Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence Serum, $14.03 (orig. $25)
• Kitchellence 4-in-1 Knife Sharpener, $13.99 (originally $30)
• Easeland Queen Mattress Pad $31.92 with coupon (was $49.90)
• CeraVe Skin Renewal Night Cream, $15.34 (was $21.99)
• Benevolence Plush Velvet Jewelry Box, $24.99

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Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Laneige

Buy on Amazon $24

If your lips are getting dry due to the change in weather, this Laneige mask might help. Vitamin C and antioxidants are infused into the nighttime treatment, resulting in hydrated, “incredibly soft” lips, according to customers. These results may explain why PEOPLE readers snapped up nearly 7,000 of these lip masks, making them the most purchased product of the year.

CeraVe night cream for skin renewal

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $22 $15

Want to solidify your skin care regimen? CeraVe skin renewal cream was tested by our PEOPLE team and rated as the best night cream overall. With hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, three essential ceramides and peptides, the product retains moisture, restores the skin barrier and reduces wrinkles and fine lines.

Sweepulire electric centrifugal cleaner

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $66 $55

Cleaning tools that eliminate the need for a lot of effort were the big winners this year. The Sweepulire Electric Spinner works with two speeds to remove dirt from various surfaces. Plus, it’s wireless and rechargeable, making it even more convenient.

iRobot 694 Roomba robotic vacuum cleaner

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $275 $215

This best-selling iRobot Roomba detects dirty areas, automatically increases suction power, and recharges itself when the battery is low. With the slim profile of the vacuum cleaner, it easily cleans under coffee tables, sofas and other hard-to-reach places.

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Beckham Hotel Collection bed pillows, set of 2 pieces

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $61 $37

If you want a good night’s sleep without overheating, consider the Beckham Hotel Collection Bed Pillows. Their cooling gel memory foam filling regulates your body temperature so you can nap comfortably on your side, back or stomach.

Easeland Queen mattress pad

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $50 $32

Enhance the feel of your bed by adding this mattress topper, which is filled with an alternative down filling, making it extremely comfortable, according to reviewers. And thanks to its cotton surface, the upper part wicks away moisture while you sleep.

Apple AirTags, 4 packs

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $99 $87

This year, readers bought a variety of Apple products in droves, including bundles of AirTags. The smart gadget is designed to help users track luggage and everyday items like wallets and keys, thanks to the fact that it easily connects to your iPhone or iPad and displays its exact location via the Find My app. Because AirTags are so convenient, it’s no surprise that PEOPLE readers have purchased more than 5,000 units of the four-pack.

Apple AirPods (second generation)

Amazon Target Buy $129 $99

Listen to music or podcasts for up to five hours with Amazon’s best-selling headphones, the second-generation Apple Airpods, when fully charged. This year, our readers got their hands on the second generation of AirPods Pro headphones.

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Revlon 2.0 One Step Volumizer Hair Dryer and Hot Air Brush

Amazon Buy on Amazon $40

Achieve salon-quality blow-drying at home with this Revlon 2-in-1 styling tool that thousands of readers snapped up this year. Nylon bristles smooth strands and reduce frizz by 30 percent, leaving your hair bouncy and full.

Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence Serum

Ulta

Buy on Amazon $25 $14

If your skin is looking a little lackluster and you’re ready to try something new in your routine, check out this Cosrx face serum. Users report that it helps reduce redness and cystic acne, as well as improving elasticity and restoring dry skin over time.

Yankee Candle Candle in a large jar with candied cinnamon and apple

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $31 $15

Lift and refresh your space with this Yankee candle. The scent of whipped vanilla frosting brings a gentle sweetness to the warm, sweet apple and cinnamon notes of the candle. It has a wick made of 100 percent natural fibers that ensures clean, even burning, lasting up to 150 hours.

Benevolence plush velvet jewelry box

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $25

Keep your baubles organized in one of Oprah’s favorite compact jewelry boxes. It comes with three compartments, seven rolls with slots, three hooks and a mirror. Plus, it’s available in nine colors, including bold hues like red and emerald green, and pretty pastels like dusty pink and cyan blue. And when you’re on the move, it can easily be put in a purse or suitcase.

Lodge 10-Inch Cast Iron Skillet

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $34 $20

If you’re in the market for a new skillet, check out this Lodge 10-inch cast iron skillet that can fry, broil, bake, and saute. (Certainly, it’s the best pan I’ve ever used.)

Kitchellence 4-in-1 knife sharpener

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $30 $14

Keep your kitchen knives pristine with this knife sharpener. The four-step operation has an ergonomic handle that allows you to comfortably hold the knife in one hand and the sharpener in the other.

Essence Lash Princess mascara

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $5

When you’re in the mood for bold mink lashes, look no further than Essence Lash Princess Mascara. The cone-shaped bristle brush adds volume and length to your lashes, creating a dramatic look. Plus, it lasts all day without flaking, according to reviews — and it’s only $5.

White strips Crest 3D Professional Effects

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $45 $38

Get up to a year’s supply of teeth whitening with this Crest 3D Whitestrips kit, which includes two one-hour express strips. The brand says that full results should be visible after 20 days; however, Amazon customers say their results started to improve after just one application.

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