Julia Forbes
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I test mattresses (and other products) at WIRED Reviews. Online presence is either sleep products or food; there is no in between. Posts are ✨exclusively✨ my own
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Amazon isn’t the end-all, be-all for Prime Day sales; if you’re anti-Prime, you can check out this guide that highlights small businesses of products we’ve tested and can recommend wholeheartedly.

www.wired.com/story/anti-p...
Our Favorite Prime Day Deals From Stores That Aren't Amazon
You don't have to shop Amazon Big Deal Days to save on WIRED-approved favorites.
www.wired.com
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due to personal reasons i'm going to bed
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I'm so glad you mentioned that because SAME. I'll throw the cooling eye cups in when I need to, and then switch them out for the normal ones before bed.
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Edit: The article also offers the option to purchase from Manta, as opposed to Amazon, in the spirit of supporting small businesses.
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I also have a large head and understand this plight. The adjustability with these has been great!
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That's amazing! And honestly, not shocking—the two I mention are my great-aunt's and grandmother's mixers. They're also well over 50 years old.
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This post got some heat yesterday. When discussing a sale, I will be intentional about what I recommend. I have a lot of sleep issues due to chronic illness (ironic, given my line of work). Manta’s truly been ol’ reliable for me—I look like the human fly wearing it, but it WORKS. #smallbusiness
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As a fellow pizza dough enthusiast (I make it 2-3 times a week), consider me intrigued! Thank you for the rec!
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I was told something along the same lines, funny enough. I think that goes for everything we buy for these purposes, right? Take care of your stuff, and in turn, it should last a long time.
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Couldn't agree more, especially since I also have All Clad and Le Creuset!
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Durability and longevity are crucial to me when I buy something—like many of you, I conduct intensive research into seemingly the most mundane things. With this in mind, here’s our “Buy It For Life” product guide on products that impressed my team and me. www.wired.com/story/buy-it...
The Best 'Buy It for Life' Products, From Essential Cookware to Tough-as-Nails Clothing
From cast-iron pans to mechanical watches, we’ve rounded up products that are made to last for decades.
www.wired.com
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But if you want to support the brand itself, look for the company’s link listed where applicable. Some may only use third-party vendors, just FYI.
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Quick PSA! When you click on our articles to learn more about something, you’ll notice multiple options to buy. So while Amazon is listed, you don’t have to use that link. We try to find the best prices possible across the board. This isn’t exclusive to APD; it’s a regular practice that we do.
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Something I steadfastly live by (and aim to both test and then write about) is investing in products that last for the long haul. One such product is my KitchenAid stand mixer. I made this initially for APD; don’t come for me. These kitchen appliances are renowned for longevity and quality.
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If there is a particular product or company you feel deserves to be highlighted, please let me know by responding to this!
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Amazon isn’t the end-all, be-all for Prime Day sales; if you’re anti-Prime, you can check out this guide that highlights small businesses of products we’ve tested and can recommend wholeheartedly.

www.wired.com/story/anti-p...
Our Favorite Prime Day Deals From Stores That Aren't Amazon
You don't have to shop Amazon Big Deal Days to save on WIRED-approved favorites.
www.wired.com
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Pretending I have a cooking show for the plot; filming content for the brand
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Wait till you see what I have up my sleeve, So Cal Beer Guy. Just you wait.
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Hi! I’ll be chiming in tomorrow on the best Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sales on products the @wired.com Reviews team has tested and loved!

Reminder: Be nice or I’ll tell your mom.