Here's What HuffPost Readers Couldn't Get Enough Of In October

Ambar Pardilla
·Contract Commerce Writer, HuffPost
·2 min read

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The end of the month means a new edition of our "Top Shopped" series.  (Photo: HuffPost )
The end of the month means a new edition of our "Top Shopped" series. (Photo: HuffPost )

It’s almost the end of another spooky season, and we’re bringing back one of our favorite series: “Top Shopped,” in which we find out what HuffPost readers actually added to their carts this month.

This October has been pretty busy for our shopping editors, since Amazon’s Prime Day dropped in the middle of the month. There were tons of deals HuffPost readers snagged (and even a few that we couldn’t resist ourselves).

Of course, October wasn’t only about Prime Day. We also found the most popular horror reads to get into the Halloween spirit, diffusers for when you don’t trust yourself with candles and on-trend cottagecore home decor. Our shopping editors even launched a new series called “Where’d You Get That?” to tell you all about their favorite places to shop online.

For our readers, this month was all about beauty finds to make their hair care, skin care and makeup routines a little easier. Among the best buys of the month were a mascara for long lashes, a perfume sampler set that would be a great gift for a Sephora stan and a vitamin C serum that one of our editors added to her cart. Even the hottest blow-drying brush on the internet, the Revlon One-Step, made an appearance.

Below, you’ll find the things HuffPost readers bought this month. If you’re wondering, here’s what readers couldn’t get enough of in September and August. We’ll be keeping tabs on what’s “top shopped” in November, too, so check back soon.

A perfume sampler set that would make any beauty lover blush

The holiday season won't be here for weeks, but it's probably a good idea to stock up on gifts ahead of time to make sure <a href="https://www.usps.com/holiday/holiday-shipping-dates.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">they arrive <i>in</i> time</a>. Sephora's holiday gift sets officially dropped at <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/sephora-holiday-beauty-gift-sets-2020_l_5f734df6c5b6117cd10502f2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">the end of September</a>, but this perfume sampler was a popular choice this month. It has samples from Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Burberry, Prada and more. And with this price tag, it's sure to sell out soon. <a href="https://fave.co/2TF7ATb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $68 at Sephora</a>.

A desk that'll save you some space

If you don't have much room for your <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/desks-for-small-spaces_l_5e6a7b11c5b6bd8156f39632">home office</a>, turn to a desk that can fit all your essentials without taking up the whole wall. This desk was a favorite with readers, especially since it's meant to be mini. It comes in three different finishes to choose from. <a href="https://fave.co/2TqPp3t" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $399 at West Elm</a>.

An Instant Pot that can pretty much do it all

As always, Instant Pots were a <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/prime-day-2020-instant-pot-deal_l_5f4d488ac5b64f17e14156a6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">big-ticket item</a> on Prime Day. This Instant Pot multicooker was a popular choice. It's a pressure cooker and air fryer &mdash; plus, it can do everything from baking to broiling. <a href="https://amzn.to/37M869W" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $180 at Amazon</a>.

A pair of jeans, even though sweatpants reign supreme

Even though lots of us are <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/madewell-new-sustainable-athleisure-activewear-collection_l_5f8f0b92c5b69daf5e16eec2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">living in loungewear</a> right now, you might be looking for the <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/best-womens-jeans-in-every-style-and-fit_l_5e29bd1cc5b67d8874adfa36" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">perfect pair of jeans</a> to wear once in a while. This pair from Everlane features a straight fit that's straight from the '90s. <a href="https://fave.co/3kxUhQd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find them for $78 at Everlane</a>.

A serum to get your daily dose of vitamin C in

One of our editors <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/prime-day-deals-huffpost-editor-recommendations-2020_l_5f7c86d1c5b61229a057c5a5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">couldn't pass up the chance</a> to get this serum on Prime Day. It was recommended to her by her facialist. This serum is supposed to help hydrate and brighten your skin. <a href="https://amzn.to/31NPHG3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $54 at Amazon</a>. 

A sheet set to step up your sleep game

With a 480-thread count and more than 14,000 reviews, these sheets are a bestseller at <a href="https://fave.co/2xq00k5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Brooklinen</a>. They rose to the top of our "Top Shopped" list thanks to the <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/brooklinen-prime-day-deal-2020_l_5f84a4bec5b62f97bac66632" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">brand's sale right around Prime Day</a>. The set includes a fitted sheet, flat sheet and two pillowcases. <a href="https://fave.co/2CqpUdK" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it starting at $139 at Brooklinen</a>.

A mascara that you don't want to brush off

This mascara is a fan favorite, with over 27,000 reviews on Amazon alone. It's meant to give you the full lashes you want without the clumps. And readers really couldn't get enough of it this month. <a href="https://amzn.to/3kCnPMr" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $7 at Amazon</a>. 

An office chair to make working from home easier

Readers flocked to this faux leather desk chair with gold armrests and "lumbar-friendly" backrest, which was another <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/prime-day-deals-huffpost-editor-recommendations-2020_l_5f7c86d1c5b61229a057c5a5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pick from one of our editors</a>. It'll definitely help inspire a few bright ideas. <a href="https://fave.co/37PpB9p" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $187 at Wayfair</a>.

A hype-worthy hot brush that's the talk of the internet

This hot brush has been much hyped up across the internet and even our own shopping editors had to <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/revlon-one-step-hair-dryer-and-volumizer-reviews_l_5e4db5edc5b6db259021f355" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">try it out for themselves</a>. The brush can dry your hair and give it a bit of a boost of volume. It was <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/revlon-one-step-prime-day-deal-2020_l_5f5260c7c5b6946f3eb12ab4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">majorly marked down</a> during Prime Day and is still slightly on sale, down from its usual price tag of $60. <a href="https://amzn.to/31NadXm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $42 at Amazon</a>.

A pan that's meant to be a 8-in-1

The bestselling Always Pan from <a href="https://fave.co/31PCLiO" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our Place</a> was a practical pick in October. It was designed to replace eight different pieces of cookware and can act as a steamer, fry pan, skillet and more. We're big fans of cleaning fewer dishes. <a href="https://fave.co/2RctCLt" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $145 at Our Place</a>.

A charging station to forget about all your cables

If you're dealing with a lot of devices, it might be hard to figure out what to do with all those cables. This charging station <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/prime-day-deals-huffpost-editor-recommendations-2020_l_5f7c86d1c5b61229a057c5a5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">caught our editor's eye</a> this month and readers agreed. You can charge your phone, Apple Watch and AirPods with it. <a href="https://amzn.to/2HE98KC" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $20 at Amazon</a>.

An adult toy that promises pleasure

Featuring dual motors for "double your pleasure," this adult toy is rechargeable and waterproof. This vibrator has 10 different speeds to choose from and a quiet mode to be discreet. <a href="https://fave.co/2GXQxsD" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $104 at Ella Paradis</a>. 

A supportive bra that's supposed to be seamless

In the <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/best-bralettes-for-working-from-home_l_5e8e0d61c5b6d88e4d8896e1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">age of bralettes</a>, this bra has risen to the top of our list. It features molded foam cups and a two-ply band that's meant to make it comfortable to wear all day. Oh, and it has over 1,000 reviews. <a href="https://fave.co/2THyGZT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $72 at Nordstrom</a>.

A set of silicone stretch lids to save some space

Out of all the things HuffPost readers bought this month on Amazon, this <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/practical-kitchen-finds-on-amazon-under-20_n_59e8d3dde4b0aa3f77dc57a8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">set of silicone stretch lids</a> were in the top three. They can cover leftovers and drinks you haven't quite finished yet. <a href="https://amzn.to/2HHDT0F" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find the set for $10 at Amazon</a>. This <a href="https://amzn.to/3owbQ5j" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">other set of silicone sets</a> were a favorite this month as well &mdash; with a much higher rating (we even <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/silicone-stretch-lids-review-amazon_l_5f90860ec5b686eaaa0db016" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">reviewed them ourselves</a>).

An easy to put on pair of pull-on pants

Over zippers and buttons? Us, too. Fortunately, you won't have to look too far for <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/stretchy-comfortable-womens-work-pants_l_5e272c56c5b673621f7cbef7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">cute and comfortable pants</a>. This pair from Everlane features an elastic waistband and a relaxed fit so you can move around easily. <a href="https://fave.co/31PSkqR" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find them for $98 at Everlane</a>. 

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