By Sage McHugh on December 23, 2010 in
There are tons of As Seen On TV products on the market, and many of them are available at your local drugstore. To boot, most of these items cost $20 or less, so you can fill up that stocking without emptying your wallet. We analyzed reviews to determine which infomercial products work best. Here are some ideas for unique, sock-sized gadgets on the cheap:
Perfect Pushup (*Est. $30)
Literally the perfect gift for those looking to get in shape for the New Year. The Perfect Pushup is a pair of rotating handles that make executing the standard pushup a little easier. The handles are portable and easy to store, and reviewers say they work more muscles than traditional pushups.
Slap Chop (*Est. $20)
The Slap Chop is a handheld food chopper that allows you to dice, chop and mix nearly any vegetable, fruit or nut -- with a slap of the plunger. Users say it works well on all foods except tomatoes and potatoes.
Bumpits (*Est. $20)
These plastic inserts with self-gripping teeth can turn flat hair into a Snooki-shaped mane.
Perfect Fit Button (*Est. $10)
Now here’s a sneaky way to beat the holiday bulge. The Perfect Fit Button can be fastened alongside the original button on your pants to make them bigger…or smaller.
Aqua Globes (*Est. $10 for two)
These colorful glass stems will automatically water your plants while you’re away (for up to two weeks). Just fill them with water and insert them into the soil of any potted plant.
Heeltastic (*Est. $10)
Has winter left you with incredibly dry, cracked skin? Heeltastic is a roll-on moisturizing lotion that’s especially formulated for feet, as well as knees and elbows.
Strap Perfect (*Est. $10 for a 6-pack)
Give ‘em a boost. Strap Perfect is a plastic disc that holds bra straps in place and prevents them from slipping. It can turn a regular bra into a racer back, so you can wear skimpy tank tops without worrying about visible straps. Users say Strap Perfect works better on women with smaller busts (a C-cup or lower).
To read more about any of these products, or to see whether other As Seen On TV gizmos work as promised, check out our section devoted exclusively to infomercial products.