Out of millions of epic Prime Day deals, these are the 20 our editors are snatching up first

“I’ve been on a reading kick this year (and I’m loving it), and while I love the feel of a physical book in my hands, it’s just not the most practical for traveling and storing once I’ve finished it. So, instead, I’ve decided I’m going to pick up the Kindle Paperwhite this Prime Day for a few reasons: It’s so thin, it’ll barely take up any space in my bag when I travel, it will make reading in bed so much easier and give me less wrist fatigue.”

— Moriba Cummings, Commerce Writer

“While there are countless brands out there selling acne patches, Mighty Patches from Hero Cosmetics are the only ones I’ll repurchase. They work incredibly well and are a staple product in my skin-care routine. While I trust all of Heros’ patches, the Invisible+ ones are my No. 1 favorite. They are, you guessed it, virtually invisible when on my face and don’t irritate my ultra-sensitive skin.”

— Julia Webb, Shopping Manager

“I bought a pair of these insanely popular pillows last year, and after having had ample time to test them out, I want to replace every pillow in my home with them. They’re a Prime Day favorite, so I’m hopeful there will be a big price drop. Even if there isn’t, they’re so plush (still!) that I’d probably be willing to buy another pair anyway.”

— Britt Ross, Deals Writer

“I already have four Apple Airtags, but my family needs these on everything. I have one for my Kindle e-reader (ever fall asleep on your Kindle and not be able to find it in the couch cushions?), our TV remote, my keys and my wallet. I’m getting another set so I can put one on my kid’s backpack, one on his lunch sack and one on his keys. They are also great for sliding into luggage and our very curious dog is proving that he needs one on him at all times. I’m probably neglecting a crucial area of my brain responsible for short-term memory, but the thrill of locating my keys just in time for soccer practice? Priceless.”

— Janelle Randazza, Commerce Editor

“After it took me the better part of a morning to sort through the latest avalanche of mismatched, dingy food storage containers from our cabinets, my husband suggested that it might be time for a fresh start. I’m eyeballing this highly rated freezer- and oven-safe glass set with airtight lids for plenty of reasons. Chief among them: I’m tired of plastic! It’s just impossible to keep clean. It’ll be nice to put something with a little more heft on my shelves, which should help prevent the aforementioned plastic avalanche. I’m also ready for a set that should last for years, and reviewers say this borosilicate will go the distance.”

— Saundra Latham, Commerce Editor

“Just in time for Prime Day, Amazon unveiled an upgraded Fire HD 8 — which was already my pick for the best budget tablet. Although the improvements are minor — more RAM, a slightly better rear camera — the real news is integrated AI features, which will come later via a software update. And the introductory price is just $55, an incredible bargain for such a capable device.”

— Rick Broida, Senior Tech Writer

“I usually opt for a more fitted, paper-thin black turtleneck, but after seeing how many Yahoo readers are fans of this cozy version, I want to give it a try. Simple and sophisticated, this relaxed turtleneck is perfect for transitioning into fall. And since it’s so affordable, I might grab it in another color too.”

— Rebecca Carhart, Style Writer

“By day I’m a coffee addict, by night I love a glass of red wine. The combo makes for some pretty dingy teeth. I’ve always shied away from whitening strips because the idea of not being able to sip water while wearing them felt like torture. Crest Whitestrips now have an improved sealing technology that will let me six to eight cups a day while letting them get to work. These are dentist-approved, so I’m not anxious about them doing damage to my tooth enamel, plus they come with four treatments’ worth of one-hour express strips to kickstart some brightening. I’m excited to take years of coffee and red wine stains off my teeth. Who says you can’t enjoy your vices and still look good?”

— Janelle Randazza, Commerce Editor

“You know how socks mysteriously go missing for some people? Well for me, it’s scrunchies. No matter how many I buy, somehow I’m always down to my last one. I really like the silk kind that don’t damage your hair, but they’re expensive at full price. That’s why I wait until Prime Day to stock up. They’re usually on sale, so I splurge on all the colors and pray I don’t lose them all before the next Prime Day.”

— Jeanine Edwards, Shopping Director

“I usually grab my favorite winter-scented candles while they’re on sale on Black Friday, but, this year, I’m going to get a head start and shop them on October Prime Day so I can enjoy them longer. I use an artificial Christmas tree, so I love lighting up this Balsam and Cedar scent from Yankee Candle to give my apartment that cozy holiday feel. This enchanting blend features aromatic balsam, cedarwood and juniper berry — it smells exactly like a real tree. And, since it lasts for 110-150 hours of burn time, it should last me through the holidays, though I might get two just to be safe.”

— Rebecca Carhart, Style Writer

“The cookware that I received way back at my engagement party is just about on its last legs, so it’s time to upgrade — and what better kitchen brand to do that with than KitchenAid? This nine-piece set comes with basically everything we need, including multiple saucepans, frying pans and lids. Plus, it’s light blue, which matches everything else in our kitchen!”

— Carrie McCabe, Senior Deals Writer

“I already own one of these (bought a couple of years ago, when it was sadly, not on sale) and have been very happy with how quickly and easily I can stream the many channels I subscribe to. I have an older Fire Stick on another TV and decided it deserves a Cube upgrade, as well. I’ve had it in my cart for a week or so now in anticipation of Prime Day. I’ll be clicking ‘buy’ first thing on Oct. 8!”

— Jessica Dodell-Feder, Senior Home and Garden Editor

“I’m someone who seriously struggles to get up in the morning if there’s no sunlight filtering in, which doesn’t bode well for the coming months. So, I’m splurging on the Hatch Restore to help get me out of that morning funk. Basically, it’s a sunset, sunrise, white noise machine and alarm clock all in one, and you can personalize everything with the Hatch app. There are even meditations and sleep stories. It’s also so chic and will look great with my bedroom decor. I’m expecting the best beauty sleep of my life.”

— Sarah Weldon, Commerce Writer

“The TV in my bedroom functions, but just barely. We’ve had it for over a decade, the remote buttons work sparingly and it takes forever to load anything, yet I haven’t had an excuse to upgrade until now. This 50-inch screen from Insignia is a huge upgrade size-wise from my current 32-inch, yet it isn’t so huge that it’ll make my bedroom feel like I’m at the cinema. Also, 4K resolution beats out my current barely-HD 720p by a country mile. The best part? It’s way less expensive than what I paid for my old one years ago.”

— Chris McGraw, Deals Writer

“Admittedly, I’m probably one of the last editors on the Yahoo Shopping team to scoop up this magical serum. I’m always a bit hesitant to add something new to my skin-care routine, but after reading our beauty expert Jennifer Romolini’s in-depth review (along with the thousands of glowing five-star Amazon reviews), I’m convinced it’ll be the key to the ‘glass skin’ look I’m after. It’s said to soften wrinkles, hydrate skin and even out complexion — plus, according to Romolini, it doesn’t pill or feel tacky under makeup. That’s a huge plus in my eyes.”

— Amanda Garrity, Gifting Editor

“My cat decided half my dryer balls would be more useful to her as cat toys, so I’ve been eyeing this set to replace them. They’re an Amazon No. 1 bestseller, have nearly 62,000 five-star reviews and come in a set of six for just $13 — that’s just over two bucks per dryer ball. Plus, I love that I can just add a couple of drops of my favorite essential oil to make my laundry smell amazing. Lesson learned: Keep the dryer balls under lock and key (or at least in a drawer my cat can’t reach).”

— Izabella Zaydenberg, Deputy Editor

“Even though I’ve been working from home for just about five years, I’ve yet to invest in a comfortable, ergonomic chair. I either sit on my couch or using a dining room chair. Well, that stops now. My posture is suffering and I can no longer take the back and neck pain! I’ll be investing in this desk chair that offers lumbar support, a swivel set and flip-up armrests (that way, I can store it completely under my table when it’s not in use). I also love that it has a curved shape that’s meant to conform to your back and the option to adjust the height depending on your size. I can already feel my pain melting away!”

— Rory Halperin, Senior Commerce Editor, Branded Content

“I’m one of those people who has at least two lip products in every purse — and there’s a good chance that at least one of those lippies is from Laneige. The brand’s Lip Glowy Balm is one of my all-time favorite lip balms, because not only does it hydrate and soothe my pout, but it has a glossy, high-shine finish. It looks great on its own or on top of lipstick, so you can bet I’m stocking up while it’s on sale.”

— Julia Webb, Shopping Manager

“My No. 1 rule when shopping Prime Day is to not buy stuff I don’t need or won’t use. Instead, I use the sale to save on items I use every day, like these dog poop bags, which are the best of the best in my opinion. They’re durable, don’t rip easily and they’re made from post-recycled material, so they’re a bit less wasteful.”

— Jeanine Edwards, Shopping Director

“While my skin-care routine has changed through the years, I have never (and will never) part with my beloved Caudalie Beauty Elixir — we’re going on almost 10 years now! It’s definitely on the pricier side at $50, so I always stock up whenever I see it on sale. It’s essentially a face mist toner and setting spray that tightens pores and brings out an overall glow, even when I’m not having a good skin day. Plus, it smells really good and I feel absurdly fancy every time I spritz myself.”

— Sarah Weldon, Commerce Writer