Throughout the month of December, CNN Underscored readers picked up everything from self-care products to cold weather items, like hand warmers. Among the top purchases from last month are a top-rated teeth-whitening kit from Crest; a clever and affordable car accessory, and one of the best emergency radios we’ve tested. To see the 20 products our readers couldn’t stop adding to their cart before 2025 officially came to an end, check out the list below.
Trust us, AirTags are something you’ll wish you bought sooner. Simply slip them into your luggage or attach them to your keys to keep tabs on your belongings. They’re a necessity when you can’t find your luggage at baggage claim.
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Unsurprisingly, multiple Apple products were a huge hit last month, including Apple’s latest AirPods Pro 3 earbuds. Andronico praised them in his review for their fitness-tracking capabilities and snug fit.
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Keep flats from derailing your travel plans with Airmoto’s tire inflator and power kit bundle, which associate testing writer Joe Bloss reviewed last year. As he wrote his article, “This little tire pump with USB-C charging is a great glove compartment stash because you never know when or where you’ll be when your tires need air. And with this bundle, you have everything you need to keep it charged, regardless of the outlets and ports your car has.”
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Frigid temperatures call for hand warmers, and a 10-pack of them ensures you’ll still have a few left over at the end of the week. These ones take between 15 and 30 minutes to heat up and offer up to 18 hours of warmth.
Time and time again, this plumping moisturizer from Korean beauty brand Medicube has been featured on one of these lists, and it’s no secret why. The hydrolyzed collagen-powered formula leaves skin radiant and firm.
This exfoliating sponge was a popular Amazon purchase in November too, and having used the product myself, I can confirm it’s well worth the money. Formulated to cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize and massage the skin, the dual-side foot buffer is just what dry, cracked feet need this winter.
Given how popular AirPods are, it makes sense that cleaning kits, like this one from Akiki would be a hit as well. The under-$10 kit includes two double-ended cleaning pens that can also be used on devices like phones and cameras.
I love a gift-ready beauty set as much as the next person and, evidently, so do our readers. These Laura Geller face and eye palettes were a top pick in November, courtesy of Black Friday, as well as last month.
This lightweight USB-C charger offers fast charging and temperature detection to keep devices from overheating. Thanks to its three ports, you’re able to charge more than one device at a time too.
Getting your teeth professionally whitened can be costly, but Crest’s 3D Whitestrips make achieving a brighter smile affordable and easy from the comfort of your home.
This multifunctional tool our newsletter editor Lindsey Smith owns is another product worth having in your car in case of emergencies. The 2-in-1 gadget can be used to shatter car windows and cut seat belts if you ever get stuck in your car.
Formulated with omega fatty acids, this lotion offers up to 24 hours of moisture to keep skin hydrated, which is especially important during the winter months.
These clever gap fillers Bloss previously reviewed keeps items from slipping between the seat and your console and getting lost in no-man’s-land. Simply insert them between the front car seats and the center console to keep everything from food to your phone from falling through the cracks.
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The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 Flashlight is one of the best flashlights we’ve tested, so we’re not surprised our readers have been adding it to their carts. As our testing writer Alex Rennie wrote in his review, “the affordable ThruNite Archer 2A V3 flashlight features plenty of power, straightforward controls, durable construction and a compact design that’s convenient to carry.”
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Featured in Oprah’s 2025 Favorite Things list, it’s no wonder these adorable hot cocoa bombs flew off the shelves. The pack of four snowmen-shaped treats is handmade in Texas using dark chocolate and mini marshmallows.
Our top pick for emergency radios features a built-in flashlight to help you navigate dark spaces. During testing, we praised the device for its quality, bright LCD screen and large crank handle, which made it comfortable to use.
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This gadget from Corkcicle can keep your favorite bottle of wine cool for up to an hour. If you’re looking for a unique gift, our home and gifts editor Amina Lake Patel recommends purchasing one of these for the wine lover in your life.
Associate editor Jillian Tracy is a fan of this bestseller by Gregory Stock, which is filled with over 100 thought-provoking questions that help spark meaningful conversations. It’s just the thing you need to get to know someone deeper or to break the ice.
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CNN Underscored has a team of writers and editors who have many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. For this article, associate editor Rachel Dennis compiled the top 20 products CNN Underscored readers bought on Amazon in the month of December.
