Prime Big Deal Days is now over. Hundreds of items during the 48-hour sale were discounted, exclusive to Prime members. As shopping editors, we know how to find the best deals across major shopping categories — and as we look for the ones that are actually worth it for our NBC Select readers, we come across a lot of tempting finds.
Whether we're stocking up on familiar favorites or taking advantage of big discounts, NBC Select editors made good use of Prime Day. Below are all the products we added to our carts this October Prime Day.
SKIP AHEAD Our favorite beauty and wellness purchases | Our favorite tech purchases | Our favorite clothing and accessory purchases | Our favorite home and kitchen purchases | Our favorite pet purchases | Why trust NBC Select?
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What we bought during Amazon's October Prime Day 2024
Our favorite beauty and wellness purchases
Bioderma Makeup Remover for Sensitive Skin
4.7-star average rating from 53,270 reviews on Amazon
I use this daily as the first step to take off any makeup or sunscreen. I have very reactive, sensitive skin and use this with no issues. As an editor, I am always switching up my routine trying tons of new products, but this micellar water is a constant for me. I never don’t have extra bottles in my apartment and I always like to stock up on it during Prime Day. – Lindsay Schneider, commerce editor
R+Co Dart Pomade Stick
4.4-star average rating from 1,340 reviews on Amazon
I like putting my hair up in a ponytail or bun, but I hate the flyaways that are inevitable with those styles. This pomade stick was recommended to me by a few coworkers to help make my updos look more polished and smooth out those flyaway hairs. Plus, the stick is a great size to take on the go.– Mili Godio, updates editor
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Facial Cleanser
4.7-star average rating from 36,369 reviews on Amazon
I’m rarely disappointed with any product I try from La Roche-Posay, and I’ve been eyeing this popular cleanser for a while. I’ve used other items from the brand, such as their foaming oil cleanser, and they seldom irritate my seborrheic dermatitis. Plus, since we include so many similar products from the brand, including cleansers and sunscreen, I was sure my experience with this option would be great. – Cory Fernandez, editor
Farmacy Makeup Remover Cleansing Balm
4.6-star average rating from 7,751 reviews on Amazon
Farmacy’s cleansing balm, an NBC Select Wellness Awards winner, is my favorite way to remove all my makeup at the end of the day and something I stock up on during every sale. The balm is super gentle on my sensitive, rosacea-prone skin and helps me avoid using rough makeup remover wipes. It immediately melts when I rub it on dry skin, and I can visibly see my makeup coming off almost instantly.– Mili Godio, updates editor
Goody Ouchless Women Hair Scrunchie
4.5-star average rating from 838 reviews on Amazon
Wherever socks go when you wash them, they’re probably hanging out with my hair ties and bobby pins. I use Amazon Prime Day as an opportunity to stock up on my basics and, truly, I can never have enough scrunchies and hair ties, especially when they’re on sale. I bought two packs of these to have extras when they inevitably go missing. – Lauren Swanson, editorial director
Kitsch Satin Hair Scrunchies
4.5-star average rating from 898 reviews on Amazon
I have multiple Kitsch satin pillowcases (an NBC Select staff favorite and even won an NBC Select Best of Bed and Bath Award), so it feels like a no-brainer to buy these satin scrunchies from the brand. Plus, since I have very fine hair that’s prone to breakage, I’m a big fan of satin scrunchies and almost exclusively use them over regular hair ties. I love that they’re not too thick and come in a bunch of colors to match my outfit or hair.– Mili Godio, updates editor
Dove Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick
4.7-star average rating from 3,522 reviews on Amazon
I also bought this three pack of deodorant, which I’ve used before and really like the scent of. I always buy basics on Prime Day, so this was a no-brainer to throw in my cart last minute. – Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
OUAI Scalp & Body Scrub St. Barts
4.7-star average rating from 1,927 reviews on Amazon
I’m a huge Ouai fan for hair and body care products, and I especially love their popular St. Barts scent. I already have the brand’s body wash in this scent, so I took advantage of buying this scrub while it was on sale. It has sugar crystals to gently exfoliate and buff out dead skin, and I love that it can also serve as a scalp scrub to get rid of buildup in my hair.– Mili Godio, updates editor
Farmacy Salicylic Acid Toner
4.3-star average rating from 29,998 reviews on Amazon
I restock on this toner every Prime Day. I love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin because it is alcohol-free. It makes a significant difference in minimizing my pores when I use it consistently, and has a pleasant fresh scent. – Rebecca Rodriguez, editorial projects manager
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream, with 4.5% Squalane
4.6-star average rating from 3,652 reviews on Amazon
The Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream is my most used and frequently replenished product — nothing else even comes close. With air conditioning on full blast in nearly every building I enter, my skin dries up very quickly. This cream is lightweight, scent-free and has squalene to fight off the dryness. It’s on the pricier side, so I take every opportunity I can to stock up when it's on sale. – Aksha Mittapalli, editorial intern
Touchland Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Spray
4.7-star average rating from 7,179 reviews on Amazon
I love Touchland’s hand sanitizer sprays and keep a stock of them at my desk, in my bag and at my house at all times. When I saw they’re at their lowest price ever for Prime Day, I added to my cart immediately so I could refill my stash. This three-pack includes two scented sanitizers and an unscented version. – Mili Godio, updates editor
I’ve tried so many hand sanitizers and the only one I ever want to use is my Touchland because it’s so small and convenient to carry around with me everywhere and the best part is that it never dries out my hands or leaves them with that chemical-like smell most other alternatives have. – Bianca Alvarez, associate reporter
Ana Luisa Toda Double Hoop Earrings
4.6-star average rating from 142 reviews on Amazon
I’m a big fan of Ana Luisa jewelry, so when I saw the brand discounted several of its products during Prime Day, I jumped on those deals. Plus, I love that the brand’s jewelry doesn’t tarnish quickly and lasts a really long time (best of all, it never turns my skin green like some other brands do). I’ve had my eye on these gold plated earrings for a while — they’re dainty, water-resistant and have a pretty double-hoop design. – Mili Godio, updates editor
Our favorite tech purchases
Anker 737 Power Bank
4.6-star average rating from 11,474 reviews on Amazon
I didn’t know how much I needed a power bank until I got one. My days start early and end late, so I feel much safer knowing my phone can be recharged without depending on a plug. I was gifted the Anker power bank for my phone this summer, and have been meaning to get one that I can use for all my products. This portable charger will work for my phone, laptop, headphones and camera. – Aksha Mittapalli, editorial intern
FITVII Slim Fitness Tracker
3.9-star average rating from 10,426 reviews on Amazon
I was in desperate need of a new fitness watch, so I was happy to see this one was on sale. I was shocked how good the price was for all of the different features it has and the battery life is great. Both fashionable and functional — I’m looking forward to wearing it every day. – Ella Morrissey, NBC page
Apple EarPods Headphones
4.5-star average rating from 693 reviews on Amazon
I understand the argument against wired earphones; mobility is restricted, they get tangled inside your bags, and many new phones on the market now don’t even have headphone jacks. But when I step out of the house and realize my headphones are dead, there’s nothing I wish I had more than wired earphones. You can get these Apple EarPods with a Lightning plug, a USB-C plug or even the classic 3.5mm Aux plug, so even though my phone does not have a designated headphone jack, these earphones will still be compliant with my device. – Aksha Mittapalli, editorial intern
Our favorite clothing and accessory purchases
Adidas Women’s Cushioned Quarter 3-Pair Arch Compression Socks
4.6-star average rating from 7,751 reviews on Amazon
As previously mentioned, I love to stock up on things I would buy anyway on Amazon Prime Day. My husband and I go through socks quickly, especially when I’m in the middle of marathon training. I love these because they have a little compression to help reduce swelling and keep my feet from feeling sore. – Lauren Swanson, editorial director
BomKinta Ruffle Socks Women
4.4-star average rating from 92 reviews on Amazon
These socks have great reviews and I like the style, so I will definitely be wearing them every day. – Ella Morrissey, NBC page
New Balance Women’s 608 V5 Cross Trainer
4.5-star average rating from 35,723 reviews on Amazon
The beauty of the basic white sneakers is that I can truly use them for any occasion. I’ll wear the same sneakers for everything, use them until they have no life left in them, and then get new ones. For this price, nothing beats the mileage and comfort that the New Balance 608 V5 offers. My current ones are starting to plead for respite, so it’s time to switch them out. – Aksha Mittapalli, editorial intern
Our favorite home and kitchen purchases
Swedish Dishcloth Cellulose Sponge Cloths
4.6-star average rating from 56,442 reviews on Amazon
The transition from paper towels to dish cloths for my cleaning routine was a long one but I made it through. The ones I’m currently using are way too harsh and not very absorbent. I see these Swedish cloths on many best-of cleaning lists — time will only tell if the hype is real. – Nikki Brown, SEO editor
Glass Spice Jars
4.7-star average rating from 3,498 reviews on Amazon
My kitchen is tiny, so I have to make use to turn all surfaces possible into storage. I added shelves to a wall for my spices, and I want the spices to be nice and organized since they’re kind of like home decor. I’m going to buy these jars and transfer all my spices into them so everything looks uniform. – Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
Shark IZ862H Stratos Cordless Vacuum
4.1-star average rating from 1,193 reviews on Amazon
I've been thinking about this vacuum for months, just waiting for it to go on sale. Plus, it bends to get under furniture so it’s actually very fun and convenient to use. I ordered it yesterday and it already came. For the first time ever, I can’t wait to vacuum. – Rosalie Sparaco, senior social media editor
ComfiLife Knee Pillow for Side Sleepers
4.0-star average rating from 1,041 reviews on Amazon
This is a long overdue purchase. I switch between my back, stomach and side throughout the night but I always have a pillow between my legs, no matter the position. It’s comfy and helps with back pain so I’m excited to have a proper version instead of the one I rest my head on. – Nikki Brown, SEO editor
Cleancult Wool Dryer Balls
4.5-star average rating from 1,165 reviews on Amazon
I tried these dryer balls out a few months ago and they’ve become a staple in my household ever since. You can use them for so many loads, and I like that the smell is more subtle than dryer sheets, which can irritate my nose sometimes. They’re cost-effective and convenient — I don’t see myself ever switching back. – Ashley Morris, associate SEO reporter
FABULETTA Humidifiers for Bedroom
4.5-star average rating from 236 reviews on Amazon
The air is my apartment is incredibly dry year-round and it definitely takes a toll on my hair (dryness) and breathing (congestion). I like that this humidifier has both cool and warm functionalities so I can use the former on colder days. The essential oil diffuser is an added bonus that I plan to take advantage of all the time.– Nikki Brown, SEO editor
Amazon Basics 4 Gallon Trash Bags
4.7-star average rating from 1,480 reviews on Amazon
Another boring basic but they fit in my bathroom’s small trash can and are a great size for scooping cat litter into.– Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
Ceiling Fan Filters
4.2-star average rating from 738 reviews on Amazon
Pet dander and dust accumulate fast in my apartment so the difference in air quality before and after running the air purifier is huge. However, I keep my ceiling fan on most of the time to keep air circulating. This have been on my Amazon list for awhile and the reviews look promising enough so I’m curious to see how they’ll perform. – Nikki Brown, SEO editor
Miss Mouth’s Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray
4.3-star average rating from 65,246 reviews on Amazon
I’ve heard only amazing things about this stain remover, so I bought the two-pack that was on sale. I’m going to throw one in my bag and keep the other at home in case I spill coffee on myself or get something on my clothes while cooking. – Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
Cleancult Liquid Hand Soap Refill
4.4-star average rating from 3,976 reviews on Amazon
My grandma, mom and I all have Cleancult’s liquid hand soap and dish soap in our kitchens and it turns out all 3 of us are running low after going through our refills so now is the perfect chance to stock up. Our dishes are left clean, have no soap spots or residue and smell fantastic even though we’re just handwashing. When it comes to the hand soap, my hands smell great and never feel dry so I’m not running to put on my hand lotion afterward. With both, I can just refill my container instead of having to buy new bottles every time. –Bianca Alvarez, associate reporter
Orgain Organic Vegan Protein Powder
4.4-star average rating from 68,413 reviews on Amazon
I’ve been loyal to Orgain’s protein powder for over five years. I just ran out, so I’m going to buy it during Prime Day while it’s on sale. All the flavors taste great blended into my smoothies, but I love vanilla and chocolate the most. – Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
LifeStraw Home Water Filter Pitcher
4.2-star average rating from 1357 reviews on Amazon
I’ve been holding out on buying this in hopes that it would eventually be on sale and voila, here we are. I’m all about water filter pitchers but many popular options are made of plastic, which I’m trying to use less. I love that this option is made of glass and comes in a size that makes sense for solo living in a small space. – Nikki Brown, SEO editor
Poppi Sparkling Prebiotic Soda
4.3-star average rating from 29,351 reviews on Amazon
I drink one can of Poppi a day. It’s so refreshing and delicious and helps me cut down on my diet soda consumption. I buy it on sale every Prime Day. – Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
ZINUS Tool-Free Assembly Bed Frame
4.6-star average rating from 103,153 reviews on Amazon
A family member of mine is in the process of moving and without a bed frame, so I snagged this one while it was on sale. I’ve gifted this style of bed frame in the past because it doesn’t require a box spring or tools for assembly, making it easy for the giftee to quickly set up and use. – Nikki Brown, SEO editor
Orbit Sweet Mint Sugar-Free Chewing Gum
4.8-star average rating from 11,359 reviews on Amazon
This is my favorite gum and during July’s Prime Day, I discovered this 12-pack on sale. I’m 100% buying it again to replenish my supply. – Zoe Malin, associate updates editor
Our favorite pet purchases
SmartyKat Scratch Up Corrugated Hanging Cat Scratcher
4.3-star average rating from 14,448 reviews on Amazon
As the mom of two cats, my apartment is practically covered in scratch boards but as of late, I’ve been investing in products that will motivate them to move more (like the very tall cat tree I bought last month). I like that this one can hang from a doorknob and doesn’t require fancy installation. – Nikki Brown, SEO editor
Furminator Undercoat Deshedding Tool for Dogs
4.7-star average rating from 41,637 reviews on Amazon
My dog is always shedding, even after a fresh bath hair somehow manages to fall off of him. After some research I found my way to the FURminator Undercoat Deshedding Tool. You gently brush your dog’s fur and the tool collets all the loose hair. It’s easy to dump the hair in a bin and the tool is easy to clean. – Jordan Bowman, editor
Vital Essentials Freeze Dried Raw Cat Treats
4.4-star average rating from 4,492 reviews on Amazon
I used to feed my cat Solo these all the time and honestly can’t remember why I stopped. I’m really excited to reintroduce these to him, along with his sister, who I adopted during the pandemic. – Nikki Brown, SEO editor
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I'm an editorial intern for NBC Select, covering deals and sales for Amazon. To round up this list, I asked editors what they bought for Prime Day and why they bought each product.
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