Life Life Strategies Next-level Winter Gloves—and 5 More Clever Items to Upgrade Your Life This Week It’s one of those go, go, go types of weeks. And we could all use a little help. We put together six smart products that will help you to relax, stay warm in the frosty weather, and even upgrade your ponytail. By Brandi Broxson Brandi Broxson Instagram Twitter Website Brandi is an editor and writer with more than 15 years in the magazine and newspaper world. She was with Real Simple for nearly seven years and oversaw personal finance, pets, product testing, and career content. She ideated the magazine's first money issue in 2019 and created two virtual money summits which drew thousands of attendees. Brandi was a longtime editor of Real Simple's popular Clever Items franchise and tested hundreds, if not thousands, of products during her time at the brand. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on December 23, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: gordini.com 01 of 06 Purple's The Cloud Pillow Courtesy of Purple $49; purple.com Love the feeling of a down pillow but not a fan of how they sometimes flatten? This sleep essential is made from ultra fine gel fibers that have the feel of feathers but without the clumps. Even better, it feels cool on your cheek as you drift off to dreamland. 02 of 06 Face Gym Weighted Face Ball Courtesy of Face Gym $30; facegym.com Relieve tension in your shoulders, neck, and even face with this handy orb. It comes with its own "workout" so you can learn how to use it when you're feeling stressed. Face feeling puffy? Cleanse skin and then gently massage with the ball to depuff. 03 of 06 Gordini Gore-tex Down Glove Courtesy of Gordini $99.99; gordini.com Keep your hands warm with these next-level gloves. They're waterproof and filled with down feathers for toasty finger tips. The lining is moisture-wicking so hands don't get sweaty and there's a built-in nosewipe pad (we've all been there!). 04 of 06 Cometeer coffee capsules Courtesy of Cometeer $48 for four packs of 8 capsules; cometeer.com The latest in coffee innovation? These frozen capsules. Coffee is brewed at 10 times its strength and then frozen into single-serve recyclable aluminum cups for peak freshness. When you're ready for a cup just plop the puck in and pour hot water over it. Like iced coffee? Let the capsule thaw before adding water and ice. 05 of 06 Smart Wool Run Zero Cushion Low Ankle Socks Courtesy of Smart Wool $16.95; smartwool.com See that X design in the middle of the sock? It provides compression to keep the sock in place while you're jogging (no sliding or scooching here). These wool socks also have cushioning in the ball and hell of the foot and mesh ventilation to keep your feet from sweating. Comes in crew too. 06 of 06 Scout + Teleties hair ties Courtesy of Scout Bags $9.99 for pack of 3; These bands boast big comfort, no matter how high that ponytail is. They're designed to grip hair without ripping or leaving indentations. We love them because they don't give us that dreaded hairstyle headache. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit