September 2022 Highlighted Readers’ Favorite Amazon Products


Curious to know what your fellow CNN Underscored readers are buying? Each month, we’ll round up our readers’ favorite products – the products that readers like you have bought the most in the past 30 days.

The official start of fall saw readers shop for products to sleep better, waste less and travel more comfortably. From phone holders to reusable baking mats, check out the 20 products Underscored readers loved the most in September.

$39.99 on Amazon

Thermacell’s E55 promises to create a 20-foot pest-safe space without DEET or citronella. Our reviewer loved that it’s quiet, fragrance-free, and best of all, legitimately effective at repelling mosquitoes.

$19.99 on Amazon

Swedish tea towels

We love using biodegradable Swedish tea towels for everything from cleaning dishes to wiping up spills. Take them whenever you need a paper towel, then just toss them in the wash when you’re done.

$11.99 $7.99 on Amazon

Pulidiki Cleansing Gel

Keep your car or office crumb-free with this reusable gel, designed to collect debris from cup holders, keyboards, TV remotes and any other nook-filled space.

$239.99 on Amazon

Apple AirPods Pro 2

Apple has finally refreshed the AirPods Pro, which now offer active noise cancellation and an additional ear tip option. (We have a full breakdown of the differences between the original AirPods Pro and the AirPods Pro 2 here.)

$47.99 $32.19 on Amazon

T-fal Dishwasher Safe Skillet

The T-fal pan gets its smooth surface from anodized aluminum, which means there’s no chance of chipping or flaking. The high sides also make it ideal for stews, stir-fries, or heaps of veggies. Our reviewer simply couldn’t imagine a better non-stick pan.

From $29.08 on Amazon

Comfort Spaces CoolMax Moisture Wicking Sheet Set

These soft, moisture-wicking sheets are made from an ultra-fine microfiber blend, ideal for warm sleepers.

$54.99 $22.99 on Amazon

iHealth Non-Contact Digital Thermometer

Stay on top of cold and flu season with iHealth’s digital thermometer, which was easy to use and provided consistent temperature readings in our internal testing.

$21.99 on Amazon

Anker portable charger

Anker makes some of the best portable chargers around. The 313 (aka PowerCore Slim 10,000) is extremely light yet powerful, with enough power to double charge most iPhones.

$39.99 on Amazon

Cabeau Evolution S3 travel cushion

Our favorite travel pillow balances plush comfort with firm support and promises to make your next red eye that much more bearable.

$12.97 on Amazon

Perilogics Universal Airplant in Flight Phone Mount.

This adjustable stand attaches directly to your table top, allowing you to watch all your downloads without having to hold your phone for hours. You can also attach it to car seats or shopping carts to keep kids entertained on the go. See more of our favorite in-flight products here.

$9.95 on Amazon

Davids Nano Hydroxyapatite Natural Toothpaste

Hydroxyapatite is a dentist-approved alternative to fluoride that helps remineralize teeth and strengthen enamel. It’s the star ingredient in Davids toothpaste, which also comes with a handy metal tube wrench to help you squeeze out every drop of product.

$10 $8.85 on Amazon

Whitmor dryer balls

Dryer balls create better air circulation to reduce drying time, reduce static and prevent wrinkles. These from Whitmor also feature soft tips to gently fluff and soften fabric. (Check out more must-have laundry products under $20 here.)

$6.64 on Amazon

Weleda Skin Food Lip Butter

Chapped lips don’t stand a chance against Weleda’s Lip Butter, which dermatologist Dr. Shereen Idriss highly recommends for its formula rich in calendula and panthenol.

$29.99 on Amazon

Philips Sonicare C2 brush heads, set of 3

Philips recommends replacing the brush heads of your electric toothbrush every three months. These soft-bristled brush heads are compatible with all Sonicare snap-on models, including the aforementioned 4100.