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11 Most Popular Products of April 2021, According to Our Readers
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.
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1) Cutter Backyard Bug Control
Spectrum
amazon.com
$8.79
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.
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2) Aromatherapy Shower Steamers
CLEVERFY
amazon.com
$16.99
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.
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3) Turbo ExtremeSteam Handheld Steamer
Conair
walmart.com
$54.99
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. They 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.
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4) Pure & Simple SPF 50 Lotion
Coppertone
amazon.com
$8.97
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.
RELATED: 10 Best Natural and Mineral Sunscreens, According to Skincare Pros
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5) One-Step Hair Dryer And Volumizer Hot Air Brush
REVLON
amazon.com
$41.49
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.
RELATED: 10 Best Hair Styling Tools of 2021, According to Hair Pros
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6) Down Alternative Microfiber Comforter
Linenspa
amazon.com
$69.56
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.
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7) Premium Adjustable Loft Pillow
Coop Home Goods
amazon.com
$64.99
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.
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8) Blue Pure 411 Air Purifier
Blueair
amazon.com
$115.15
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.
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9) The Dream Short
Knix
knix.com
$38.00
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.
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10) ProHeat 2X Revolution Max Clean Pet Pro
Bissell
amazon.com
$279.99
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.
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11) Luxe Core Sheet Set
Brooklinen
Brooklinen
$175.00
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.
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