Tons of everyday essentials (you were probably going to buy anyway) are on sale for Prime Day
Prime Big Deal Days are the perfect time to replenish your stock of laundry detergent, toothpaste and more.
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4.7-star average rating from 22,070 reviews on Amazon
This is one of our favorite laundry detergents for sensitive skin. The formula is fragrance-free and hypoallergenic, and because it’s concentrated, you can use less of it to get the same cleaning power, according to the brand. It also works in high-efficiency washers.
4.6-star average rating from 4,486 reviews on Amazon
We consider these some of the best eco-friendly laundry detergents for their convenience: You just drop the pods directly into your machine. The detergent housed in the packs is formulated with sensitive skin in mind; they’re also hypoallergenic and free of fragrances, dyes and artificial brighteners.
4.5-star average rating from 56,131 reviews on Amazon
Protein powder can be expensive, so NBC Select editor Lindsay Schneider always likes to stock up on this blend from Orgain when it’s on sale. “I’m super critical about protein powders, I hate when they get clumpy in smoothies or have that overly chalky taste, and I prefer mixes that are made from plant proteins with no added sugar,” she says. “Orgain’s vanilla powder blends into a really smooth, creamy consistency — I never find chunks in my smoothies and like that it genuinely fills me up. I don’t get hungry two hours later and it doesn’t have a strong smell or taste either. It’s practically invisible (at least in my smoothie blends), which is what I want.”
4.6-star average rating from 46,324 reviews on Amazon
This gentle cleanser is a dermatologist (and NBC staff) favorite for its mild nature. This set comes with three, 4-ounce cleansers that don’t take up much room in a bathroom or shower since they’re small. It’s hypoallergenic, noncomedogenic and suited for those with sensitive skin, too. “This is my go-to nighttime cleanser — it’s gentle enough for my sensitive skin and leaves it feeling soft, clean and hydrated (which is a major plus during the colder winter months),” says NBC Select associate updates editor Mili Godio. “The gel formula also doesn’t strip my skin or leave a tight, uncomfortable feeling like some other cleansers do.”
4.7-star average rating from 210 reviews on Amazon
This Scrub Daddy bundle comes with three Scrub Mommy sponges and three different cleaning pastes, including a PowerPaste, a biodegradable cleanser that tackles grease, food residue and soap scum. The sponges change texture with the temperature of the water, so you can control how rigid or gentle it is depending on what you’re washing, according to the brand.
4.8-star average rating from 1,841 reviews on Amazon
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Select staffers love Mrs. Meyer’s hand soap, and this set is no exception. “I always find Mrs. Meyer’s formulas to smell and feel way more expensive than they actually are,” says NBC Select editor Lindsay Schneider. The fall-inspired formula is scented with notes of acorn, cinnamon and other warming spices, while the blend of aloe vera and olive oil helps clean hands without leaving them dry.
4.6-star average rating from 38,544 reviews
No one wants to run out of dog poop bags. This value pack has 36 rolls for a total of 540 bags; each one is leak-proof, extra thick and made from a blend of corn starch (instead of plastic), according to the brand.
4.7-star average rating from 22,660 reviews on Amazon
Lowest price ever
These dishwasher pods help remove food particles and degrease dishes with a combination of powder and liquid detergent. They also have what Finish calls a “liquid powerball” in the center of the pod, which is filled with specially formulated detergent that, according to the brand, makes your bowls, plates, and flatware shine. The recyclable tub comes with 70 unscented pods suitable for all dishwashers.
4.8-star average rating from 5,886 reviews on Amazon
This 100 pack of trash bags has dual-layer protection that can resist rips and tears as your bag gets heavier and has double-sided seals and a reinforced bottom to prevent leaks, according to Glad. They’re all also designed to neutralize odors and fit like simplehuman H, Q, K, M, N, J liners.
4.8-star rating from 4,512 reviews on Amazon
Clorox wipes are some of the best disinfectants to use at home, and these compostable Free & Clear wipes are no exception. They have a light lemon scent and come in a pack of three dispensers, each with 75 wipes. They’re also made without dyes, bleach or ammonia for use around kids, pets and food, according to the brand.
4.8-star average rating from 1,727 reviews on Amazon
Lowest price ever
Now’s the perfect time to stock up on fall baking essentials, like parchment paper. Our editors rely on these to line their loaf pans, cookie sheets and more so their baked goods and dinner staples can slide off easily; plus, they make cleanup so much easier. These use pop-up packaging (like a tissue box), so you can quickly grab single sheets as you need instead of needing scissors to cut a section off.
4.6-star rating from 1,404 reviews on Amazon
Lowest price ever
One of the best cleaning products on Amazon, Mr. Clean Magic Erasers “work like genuine magic,” says NBC Select editor Lindsay Schneider. “They get out dark marks on walls, stains on marble — stuff I never thought it could possibly get out.” This variety pack includes six pads in three types: Ultra-Thick for tough messes, Extra Durable for long-term use and Ultra-Foamy which is infused with Dawn soap.
4.7-star average rating from 20,750 reviews on Amazon
This drink mix (which you can stir into water, to which it lends a bright citrus flavor) is filled with zinc, vitamin C and beta-glucan to help support your immune system. It also contains electrolytes, which help hydrate you more quickly than water alone and is free of artificial sweeteners and colors, according to the brand.
Here are the best Prime Day sales to know about if you want to stock up on household essentials. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand is discounted as described below.
All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting. I also included products the NBC Select staff tested. I ran each deal through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel to ensure products are at their lowest price in at least three months. All the products I recommend are highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews.
I’m a New York-based freelance writer and editor who focuses on beauty, health and gaming for Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday and have covered deals and sales for NBC Select for years. I dug through hundreds of products on sale for Prime Big Deal Days and looked for household and beauty essentials I’d be buying anyway that happen to be on sale for their lowest price in three months.
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