I don’t know about you, but I look for everything on Amazon. That bestseller that everyone’s talking about? Absolutely. Grocery items so I don’t have to go to the store? You know it. New sheets/pillows/wine glasses/trash cans/pajamas? It’s a given. So, it stands to reason that I’d use Amazon to find a variety of gadgets designed for the health and safety of my family (and myself, obviously).

These may not be the sexiest — or most fun — products to buy, but these are essentials: Posture correctors to improve your WFH life, safety keychains for dark and unfamiliar corners, and even devices to protect you in your Airbnbs this summer. But, that’s not all; I found on-the-go massage guns, portable gym equipment and devices that are true lifesavers. So, step away from the adorable clothes, stylish jewelry and kitchen gadgets that you don’t need (O.K., maybe you do need a few), and check out these gadgets that make staying safe super cool.

Hold The Phone

Here’s a stat that’ll gross you out: The average smartphone is 10 times dirtier than most toilet seats. (Thank you, scientists, at the University of Arizona.) This cell phone sanitizer obliterates germs and also functions as a charging station for two-in-one functionality. UV-C light gets rid of the bad stuff in just 10 minutes. Choose from six color options.

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Back It Up

Do you know what I’ve discovered since I started working from home? My posture is absolutely horrible. And, while that doesn’t seem like a big deal at face value, it can lead to all sorts of aches and pains. This back brace helps correct posture, stems back pain and even assists with conditions like scoliosis. Reviewers rave about its quality and functionality.

A Tall Drink Of Water

If you’re outdoors a lot, travel frequently or just like to be prepared in emergency situations, this personal water purifier deserves a place in your preparedness arsenal. It’s compact for ease while traveling and destroys more than 99.9 percent of harmful microorganisms in more than 2,100 gallons of water. The best part is, it won’t change the taste of your water.

Brush With Greatness

Is there anything more invigorating than a good scalp massager? It’s truly my favorite part of going to the salon. These scalp massager brushes are a good alternative to an expensive spa trip and have other benefits like eliminating product build-up, treating dandruff and stimulating hair growth. You’ll get a two-pack so you can keep one in one shower and another in your travel bag.

A Clean Sweep

You don’t have to be a “good witch” to carry a cool wand because this sterilizing hand wand will have you flitting around your house cleaning all the things like you’re Glinda herself. Use the powerful, pure LED ultraviolet light at home or on the go, thanks to its handy pocket size. Sanitizer and remove up to 99.9 percent of germs without the use of chemicals, odors or even water.

Ride The Wave

The cool thing about air is that you can’t see it and the bad thing about air is that you can’t see it, especially when it comes to dangerous things like radon, gases and fumes and carbon dioxide. This air quality monitor pairs with a smartphone app to deliver reports indicating what your air quality is like, from green (good) to red (poor).

Bare Your Teeth

Whitening your teeth might not seem very “health and safety,” but it can do a lot — from improving your self-esteem to bettering your oral health. This gel treatment kit comes with a 10-day treatment that erases stains and whitens teeth with no annoying strips to mess with. These are great for those of us with sensitive teeth and promise to whiten up to five shades.

Have A Heart

Smartphones are mostly a pain in the butt. Nobody talks on the phone anymore, you’re always connected no matter where you go, and don’t even get me started on social media. This EKG monitor is one of the good things smartphones can be, delivering vital health information that can be relayed straight to your doctor. You can get results in less than 30 seconds.

As Light As Air

How’s the air over there? This compact air purifier for small spaces filters everything from smoke and pollen to dander and hair, refreshing the air in the room five times per hour. This one has an incorporated aroma pad, too, so you can add drops of your favorite essential oils to scent the space around you. Select from white, black and gray models.

Go Through The Motions

Motion sickness is no joke; I can literally get sick in certain types of movies where the camera angles are awkward. This anti-nausea wristband works based on light electrical stimulation to relieve nausea and vomiting from motion sickness or morning sickness associated with pregnancy. Choose from five levels of intensity, and recharge it with the included magnetic cable. You can even wear it while swimming.

Ring The Alarm

Have you watched the news lately? It’s scary out there and you can never be too prepared. This personal safety device will get you out of a lot of sticky situations since it incorporates a variety of components, from a seatbelt cutter and glass breaker to a loud personal alarm. The key ring attachment means you’ll have handy whenever your keys are nearby.

Locked And Loaded

I always look at stuff like this and think “gimmicky” … and then I buy it and discover it’s not at all gimmicky. I used this portable door lock on a recent trip to the Big Apple and it definitely made me feel safer when I was out of my element. Perfect for hotels, dorms, apartments, Airbnbs and more, these have a near-universal application and install quickly with no tools required.

A Breath Of Fresh Air

People who struggle with asthma and other breathing issues will recognize this device immediately — albeit in a more compact size. This portable nebulizer is great for adults and kids with breathing difficulties and is equipped with a self-cleaning mode and a smart light reminder. One reviewer said she no longer has to use the large, loud nebulizer she’s traditionally depended on. And, it’s a great buy for less than $45.

Your Posture Perfector

While we’re talking about posture, maybe you don’t want a bulky back brace. Maybe you’d be happier with this posture corrector trainer that’s no bigger than a small smartphone. This gadget vibrates when you slouch, delivering a gentle reminder that it’s time to improve your posture. It even has a corresponding smartphone app for tracking your progress throughout the day.

Sun’s Out, Gun’s Out

If you don’t already own one of these massage guns, stop what you’re doing, click the link and add it to your cart. Complete with seven speeds and 12 massage heads, you’re going to want to use this constantly on your back, neck, arms and legs to reduce tightness and soreness. You may not be able to afford a massage every week but with this device, you can.

Cold As Ice

This therapy head cap might look a little strange, but it’s a miracle product if you suffer from headaches or want to treat puffy eyes. Wear it over your eyes or just perched on your head, depending on your need. And, while these are great stored in the freezer for some cold therapy, you can also throw them in the microwave for a touch of heat, too.

Protect Your Neck

When I saw this heated neck stretcher, I was immediately sad — not because of the product itself but because I purchased a non-heated one and now I have FOMO. In just 10 minutes a day, you can relieve symptoms of things like tension headaches, TMJ, pinched nerves, stiff muscles and more. This comes in multiple colors but I guarantee you aren’t going to care when you’re getting relief.

Come Hell Or High Water (Flosser)

It wasn’t until I was in my 40s before someone enlightened me to the magic of a water flosser, and this one does all the things the more expensive brands do — in a cordless and rechargeable format. You’ll get a detachable water tank, multiple tips with a storage case, and three cleaning modes with a memory function — all for less than $37.

A True Lifesaver

We’ve gone through a lot products that might’ve had you saying, “That’s nice,” but none of them are perhaps as important as this choking rescue device that can be used on both adults and children. This comes with a practice mask, as well as sizes for grown-ups and kids, and you could even use it on yourself if the situation arose. It’s one product you buy hoping you never have to use … but you’ll be glad to have it, just in case.

Massage On The Go

We already talked about the glory of having your own massage gun, but the portability of this one ramps things up a notch. Take this portable percussion massager anywhere you go, thanks to its miniature size, QuietForce technology and three foam attachments. This works in conjunction with an app and comes with a convenient carrying bag for taking it wherever, whenever.

Step To It

If you’re the type of person who likes to sneak in a workout wherever you are, let me just say … I hate you. I mean that in the nicest possible way, truly. This mini stepper creates a workout opportunity anywhere thanks to its compact size. It even comes with removable bands for extra resistance and an LCD screen so you can keep track of your progress.

It’s A Tens

If someone told me I’d voluntarily subject myself to tiny electrical impulses on various parts of my body, I would’ve said they were crazy. Instead, I’m in love with my tens unit, which relieves pain associated with sore muscles in the shoulder, waist, back, neck, arms and more. This set comes with plenty of electrode pads and a drawstring bag for storage.

Weight A Minute

I personally own this RENPHO smart scale and it truly is love. It connects via Bluetooth to an app so you can keep track of your progress, measuring everything from weight to body fat to muscle mass and more. You can even team it up with the Fitbit app and Google Fit. It’s a total steal worth way more than its $18 price tag.

Put It To The Test

In full disclosure, I’ve never felt the urge to test my DNA but if I did, I’d go with the industry leader — 23andMe. This test kit works through saliva collection, delivering more than 80 personalized reports once completed. There’s no blood draw, no needle sticks and you’ll have your results back in six weeks or less. If you’ve ever been curious about where you came from, this $99 kit is it.

A Finger On The Pulse

Pulse oximeters enjoyed a moment of popularity back during that thing that rhymed with “candemic.” An oximeter quickly and accurately determines your blood oxygen saturation levels and pulse rate and strength in as little as 10 seconds, to be displayed on a large digital LED display. Low blood oxygen levels can indicate health problems you may want to discuss further with your doctor.

Run A Temperature

Man, thermometers are so much chicer than they used to be. I remember the thermometer we had as a kid. Do you remember those OG versions that you had to put in your mouth and wait forever for the mercury inside to climb? This version is a no-touch forehead thermometer that reads a temperature in seconds and is so quiet that you can use it on a sleeping child without waking them.

Diffuse The Situation

I’m not going to push the idea of essential oils on you; that’s what that girl you knew in high school who never speaks to you on social media is for. But, I will tell you that I’m a believer and especially when it comes to an essential oil diffuser. This one has two mist modes and seven different colors, and shuts off automatically when the water runs out.

Bite Your Tongue

I was today years old when I discovered that you’re supposed to be brushing your tongue. (O.K., maybe not today but it hasn’t been long.) This stainless steel tongue scraper cleans your tongue and eliminates bad breath. One reviewer, who has used plastic tongue scrapers previously, called this metal one a “life changer”: “I adore this invention and call me dramatic but this legit is my favorite thing I own.”

Can’t Believe My Eyes

I’ve never had an eye massage but thanks to this eye massager with heat, I’m truly curious. Built-in heating pads help with puffiness and dry eyes while the oscillating pressure and rhythmic percussion massaging improve the skin around the eyes. These are Bluetooth-compatible as well, so you can enjoy a truly relaxing experience all the way around. Treat yo’ self for less than $70.

Music To My Ears

What’s the first thing you notice when you look at this picture? I’m guessing it may not be the super-chic, extra-slim noise-reducing earplugs that are great for everything from concerts and festivals to fireworks shows and NASCAR races. These Loop high-fidelity plugs are truly classy, but they work well thanks to the silicone filter. Choose from four stylish colors.

Worth Your Salt

There’s a reason that people travel far and wide to experience the power of Himalayan salt. Now, you can try it out right in your home with this Himalayan scrub that’s infused with collagen and stem cells. Perfect for hydrating, rejuvenating and exfoliating, this salt scrub works on the body, face, lips, hands, feet and more. Your skin is fixin’ to be as smooth as a baby’s bum.

Fit To Be Tied

When it comes to health and safety, the Fitbit is an OG in that space so I had to include it. The Charge 5 has built-in GPS, stress management tools, sleep tracking, heart rate monitoring and more. The color touchscreen is an upgrade from prior models. Choose from black, white/gold and steel blue options but let’s be serious, you’re going to want to buy all the extra bands.

Up For Grabs

A full one-third of bathroom injuries involve slipping and sliding in the shower. Eliminate that issue with this grab bar that gives you something to hold onto as you’re getting into and out of the shower. This attaches with very little effort, thanks to the suction cups, and has a non-slip grip for grasping when needed. Choose from white or chrome options.

Raising Cane

I’m 45 and I sometimes have trouble getting in and out of the car so I can’t imagine how the folks in the 60-, 70-, 80- and up crowd must feel. The Stander HandyBar is meant to offer assistance getting in and out of the vehicle, but has secret built-in features, too, like a seatbelt cutter and a window breaker. This is a must-have tool for your car — no matter your age.

Hitting The Bottle

There aren’t many things I love more than a good water bottle and this version from LARQ is worth every penny. Double-wall insulation keeps your cold drinks cold for 24 hours and your hot drinks hot for 12. But, the coolest part is the built-in self-cleaning technology that sanitizes your water and cleans the inside surfaces of the bottle with the push of a button. You’ll love this on the hiking trail.

Be All Ears

File this earwax removal kit under “Thing I didn’t know I needed but fascinate me.” This set comes with an ear camera that connects to your phone, three kinds of ear scoops (which just sounds gross), and a cleaning tool along with other accessories. Just read the instruction first, O.K.? And, don’t tell your doctor you stuck anything smaller than your elbow in your ears.

Move A Muscle

This might look like a torture device, but it’s actually pretty handy for sore muscles and injury recovery. The stainless steel gua sha is ideal for small- to medium-sized muscles like the neck, forearms, back and calves, working to relax tight muscles, break down scar tissue and speed recovery. The three-finger-hole design provides a more effective grip than other models.