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From a sunscreen you'll actually want to use to doctor-approved socks that cost less than a trip to the podiatrist.
By Lori Keong, Tyler Chin , and Timothy Beck Werth
Despite rising costs on just about everything, you can still find some really cool things under $20. No, we're serious. That Andrew Jackson in your pocket can be traded in for some excellent wardrobe staples, fruitful fitness gear, and homely home upgrades. Our monthly roundup of cool things under $20 this go-around includes a bunch of summer essentials, new additions to your basics drawer, and at least one way to boost your style game in May. And once you've window-shopped this month's picks, catch up on the 20-under-$20 picks below from previous months to enjoy an ever-growing cache of editor picks from Under-$20s past.
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
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Abercrombie & Fitch
Essential Ribbed Tank
The wife pleaser is primed to make its spring 2024 debut.
2/129
Banana Republic
Stretch Supima Boxer Brief
No matter where you stand on the men's underwear train—boxers, briefs, boxer briefs, commando—we're pretty sure you're gonna love the feeling of Supima cotton around your bottoms.
3/129
Uniqlo
JW Anderson Socks
Here's your friendly reminder that Jonathan Anderson was the costume designer for Challengers. The only question is: Are you cosplaying as Art or Patrick?
5/129
Whiskey Peaks
Mt. Everest Whiskey Glasses (2-Pack)
In our pursuit of the best whiskey glasses, we found that Whiskey Peaks makes the most fun ones around. Summiting Everest has never been easier.
6/129
Yamazaki Home
Over-the-Door Hook
We're all a little tight on storing our clothes. Luckily Yamazaki Home knows how to turn ever nook and cranny (and door) into a smart storage solution.
8/129
Maison Louis Marie
Discovery Eau de Parfum Set
Five different fragrances for $20? That's a new scent for every day of the workweek, just in case you're working on reinventing yourself daily.
9/129
Urban Outfitters
Bandana Slide
Guys are embracing the neckerchief trend, and adding a slide like this will add an extra level of flair. It's sort of like a belt buckle but for your neck.
10/129
Brain Dead
Shroom Cola Hand Sanitizer
Wait, can hand sanitizer actually smell good? This collab between Brain Dead and Maak Laab sure does.
11/129
Terrain
Coral Poppies Iron Bunch
No green thumb necessary to add some florals to your home.
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Houseplant x OCB
Brown Rice Rolling Papers and Tips
Seth Rogen's Houseplant teamed up with a French company that's been making rolling papers for over a century, and now you can toke on some of the finest papers this side of the Atlantic.
14/129
Hot N Saucy x Miller High Life
Dive Bar Hot Sauce
Hot sauce that tastes like beer? Definitely better than beer that tastes like hot sauce.
15/129
P.F. Candle Co.
Sunbloom Candle
Usher in the warmer months with a fresh and floral scent.
16/129
Sun Bum
Daily 50 Face Lotion
Wait, you're not already applying sunscreen every day? Better start now with some high-grade SPF50 goop from Sun Bum.
17/129
Feetures
Trail Max Cushion Mini Crew Sock
Doctor-recommended socks that cost less than a visit to the podiatrist.
18/129
Ouai
Leave In Conditioner & Heat Protectant Spray
You can, and should, be taking better care of your hair. All it takes is a little spritzy spritz to make sure you keep your locks long and healthy.
21/129
Baggu
Big Baggu Navy Stripe
For bagging up your groceries, hauling your fresh laundry, or schlepping it to the beach this summer.
22/129
Uniqlo
U AIRism Cotton Oversized T-Shirt
Perfectly baggy and breezy for the sticky weather to come.
23/129
Marimekko
Cotton Terry Guest Towel
Impress your guests with this Finnish design studio's splashy patterns and soft terry fabric.
24/129
Snif
Old Money Scented Laundry
Snif's new laundry detergent is an ode to the ultra rich and famous, which can make you smell like a Loro Piana-wearing billionaire for less than 20 bucks.
25/129
Madewell
Leather Card Case
Give your sandwich-sized wallet the Ozempic treatment.
27/129
Wray
Algae Swirl Rolling Papers
Something appropriately woozy for lighting up your green.
28/129
Hearth & Hand
Marble Stacking Salt & Pepper Cellar
A place to stow away your favorite spices at the table.
30/129
Kolsvart
Sour Blueberry Swedish Fish
They're only true Swedish Fish if they're from the Malmo region of Scandinavia.
31/129
Threshold
Outdoor Garden Shears Set
They won't make pruning the garden any easier on your hands, but they certainly make it easier on the eyes.
32/129
Tula House
Bugout Spray
Protect indoor plants from pests without harmful chemicals. Flies hate it, plants love it.
34/129
D.S. & Durga
x Wary Meyers Pistachio Glycerin Soap
A dessert in soap form that smells like pistachio, cardamom, and vanilla.
35/129
Character
Tape Measure
For figuring out if you can fit the couch in the door, or your shoulders in the vintage sport coat.
36/129
Louis Sherry
Jewel Box Chocolate Tin
Who needs a giant package of chocolate eggs on Easter weekend when you can have just two exquisite truffles, plus a place to stow away knick-knacks after the fact?
37/129
Salt & Sundry
Denim Pan Handle Holder
Keep your mitts from getting singed with some jeggings for your cast-iron.
38/129
Maro
Body & Face Cleansing Cool Soap
This culty grooming brand once only available in Japan is now being sold stateside, so you can buy their BO-busting body washes without booking a plane ticket. While they're technically a hair over $20, you can save 20% when you sign up for a subscription.
39/129
Littala
Taika Sato Plate
The perfect size for parking a dainty espresso cup or mini tart.
40/129
MoMA Design Store
Extendable Phone Stand
The literal boost your FaceTimes with mom and pop need.
42/129
Hawkins New York
Space Dye Washcloth
A trippy surface to scrub your face with.
43/129
Kiehl's
Creme de Corps Hydrating Body Moisturizer
An all-time great that's so good we wonder why other body moisturizers even bother.
44/129
The Wednesday Co
Standing Lemon Candle
A freshly-squeezed, sorry, hand-poured accoutrement for your tabletop.
45/129
BP
Paperclip Chain Necklace
Yes, you read that right: 14-karat gold for only 20 buckaroos.
46/129
Salt + Stone
Bergamot & Hinoki Nourishing Hand Cream
After a long winter, those mitts will need an infusion of moisture and vitamins, stat.
47/129
William Carlos Williams
'Spring and All,' by William Carlos Williams
so much depends upon, a classic book of poetry, in spring...
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Native Union
Type-C Belt Cable
Because even the most everyday item deserves some flair.
50/129
OMY
Magic Magic Markers
Erasable art tools that let you backspace on that giant mess you just made.
51/129
Jane Cook Shop
Enamel Splatter Tumbler
Give your glassware the ol' Dexter treatment.
52/129
Earthwise
Reusable Mesh Produce Bags
Ditch single-use plastic in the produce aisle, too.
53/129
The Sill
BPA-Free Mini Watering Can
You can't go wrong with a smart gooseneck design and a cheery colorway.
54/129
Horace
Vegan Beard Brush
Tame your whiskers with this cruelty-free and frizz-controlling brush.
55/129
Abercrombie & Fitch
Essential Tee
Spending more than a Jackson on your everyday tees? Pssh.
56/129
Saikai
Cedar Trivet
This fish comes pre-seared to prop up all your fresh-off-the-stove dishes.
59/129
Happy
Medium Roast Instant Coffee (8-Pack)
Cofounded by Oscar-nominated RDJ himself, here's an instant coffee upgrade that's not your grandpa's Folgers.
62/129
Athletic Brewing
First Ride Non-Alcoholic Beer (6-Pack)
A 0% ABV beer-and-coffee hybrid that's a lot less chaotic than your old Four Loko habit.
63/129
Kasa Smart
Smart Plugs (2-Pack)
Slightly more advanced than The Clapper of yore. (Google it, Zoomers.)
64/129
Ten Thousand
No-Show Training Socks
Invisible support for your arches will be your race day secret weapon.
66/129
Alo
Total Refresh Mat Spray
Your face. A stranger's ass. One mat. You better make sure you're wiping that bad boy down.
69/129
Casio
Classic Digital Watch
Go past Y2K and don't stop until you hit the '80s. These affordable Casios can help you avoid looking at your phone just to check the time.
70/129
Perform Better
Professional Light Exercise Mini XL Band (10-Pack)
Leg day will never be the same.
72/129
Western Stone Studios
Concrete Propogation System
You don't really have a green thumb until you've mastered the art of propogation.
73/129
Threshold
Oversized Primalush Throw Blanket
When the weather calls for something oversized, extra plushy, and a five-minute car ride away, Target answers.
74/129
Patagonia Provisions
Tinned Spicy Mussels
These tinned mussels have a spicy kick and come directly from Spain and Portugal, by way of Patagonia.
75/129
Moft
Universal Phone Stand
Moft's origami-like phone stand can be attached to any type of phone, and it even has a slot for your card (for those who still don't have Apple Pay).
76/129
Areaware
Totem Candle
Poured from unscented paraffin wax, Areaware's totem candle is more decor than air freshener for those with sensitive noses.
77/129
Penguin Books
The Elements of Style,' by William Strunk, Jr.
A classic book for writers (or anyone that appreciates a well-placed Oxford comma), now with gorgeous watercolor-style illustrations.
78/129
Nat + Noor
Lulu Hair Clips
Technically for hair, but also suited to pin down pages and the last half of the potato chip bag.
80/129
OXO
Good Grips Sweep & Swipe Laptop Cleaner
For clearing that dusting of crumbs under the space bar and wiping all your finger grease off the display.
82/129
Craighill
Perch Bookmark
Infinitely more elegant than that receipt you've been using.
85/129
L'Atelier du Vin
Soft Aerator Pourer (5-Pack)
See? You don't need to buy a fancy device to aerate your wine.
86/129
Kiehl's
Cuddly-Coat Cleansing Spritz
For your dog whose fall proclivities include rubbing himself in mud and wet leaves, then tramping it into the house.
87/129
Catbird
Pearl on Fire Candle
[extremely Alicia Keys voice] This pearl is on fiiiiiire.
88/129
Black Diamond
Astro 300 Headlamp
For night strolls, after-hours grilling, or just finding the Magic Erasers under the sink.
89/129
Lululemon
No Limits Stretching Strap
Best way to stretch those hard-to-reach muscles in your groin and quads? A little binding accessory.
93/129
Vetreska
Chroma Pet Poop Bag Dispenser Set
A Memphis-y statement for your morning dog walks.
95/129
Vân Vân
Delta Lemongrass
No more cobbling together grocery store spices for your DIY Thai dinners.
101/129
Saltair
Pacific Pear Body Wash
All that sunscreen (you are wearing sunscreen, right?) needs a little extra help coming off your skin, and this body wash gently exfoliates so you're extra clean after your shower.
104/129
Kikkerland
Sloth Sponges (3-pack)
It might make you actually want to clear up those dirty dishes (but probably not).
107/129
Proraso
Professional Shaving Brush
Shed the beard this summer, courtesy of an at-home straight-shave experience.
108/129
Edie Parker
Sticker Rolling Tray
Roll one up on a tray that looks like it's been in your stoner den forever.
109/129
Youth to the People
Superclay Purify + Clear Power Mask
Purify those clogged-up pores, and if you feel so inclined, subscribe to the GQ Box, which includes this mask and a whole mess of other high-value items worth over $200.
110/129
Porta
Piccolo Spoon
Don't stir the pot—just your tea, coffee, or literally anything else.
111/129
Pax
Water Pipe Adaptor
Taking a break from the vape, but wish your bong were just as smooth? The brand behind our favorite weed vaporizer, the Pax Plus, made a water pipe adaptor to do just that.
112/129
Dr. Dennis Gross
Mini Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads
Slough away that dead skin before you head out to get your tan on.
113/129
Areaware
Grain Saddle Soap
Sure, the soap will lose its shape after a couple washes, but you'll know what it used to look like. (And you'll smell good, too.)
114/129
OUAI
Travel Detox Clarifying Shampoo
A travel-sized shampoo that'll get through that pesky TSA.
116/129
Lumin
Lumin instant dark circle corrector
Rough night? With this under-eye cream, no one will know.
117/129
MoMA Design Store
Primary Recycled Leather Luggage Tag
If you're getting out there more, you better make sure you have a luggage tag (and a luggage tracker).
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Chen Chen and Kai Williams
Ram Plant Trellis
Give your droopy plant leaves the extra support they need.
125/129
Matador
Travel Ear Plugs Kit
That screaming baby on your flight can't bother you when you're plugged up with these.
128/129
Nguyen Coffee Supply
Hanoi Coffee
Robusta coffee is where it's at if Nguyen Coffee Supply has anything to say about it.
129/129
Graza
"Sizzle" Extra Virgin Olive Oil
It took surprisingly long for someone to sell olive oil in a squeeze bottle but at least it's finally here.
Written by GQ Staff
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