73 Simple Product Ideas to Add to Your Business
Keep reading for 73 simple product ideas across multiple categories that female entrepreneurs can easily add to their business.
Starting or growing a business as a female entrepreneur can be an exciting, yet challenging journey. One way to generate additional revenue streams and expand your offerings is by adding physical products that complement your existing services or brand.
Physical products provide passive income opportunities, allow you to reach new customers, and help drive traffic to your website or brick-and-mortar store. The key is finding the right products that are easy to source, store and ship, while delivering great value to your ideal customers.
To help spark ideas, here are 73 simple physical product recommendations across different categories that female entrepreneurs can consider adding to their business:
Apparel & Accessories
- Branded t-shirts, tanks, hoodies
- Tote bags, purses, backpacks
- Scarves, hats, headbands
- Jewelry like necklaces, bracelets, earrings
- Socks, leggings, underwear
- Phone cases, laptop sleeves, chargers
- Water bottles, coffee mugs
- Face masks, bandanas
Beauty & Wellness
- Skin care sets – cleanser, toner, moisturizer
- Bath bombs, soaps, scrubs
- Makeup palettes, brushes
- Hair accessories like scrunchies, headwraps
- Manicure/pedicure sets
- Candles, essential oils, diffusers
- Herbal teas, smoothie powders
- Yoga mats, foam rollers, exercise bands
Kids & Baby
- Onesies, t-shirts, pajamas
- Bibs, burp clothes, swaddles
- Rattles, teethers, developmental toys
- Books, flashcards, activity sets
- Stuff animals, dolls, action figures
- Arts & crafts kits – kinetic sand, paint sets
- Night lights, blankets, crib sheets
Home & Kitchen
- Aprons, oven mitts, towels
- Glassware, mugs, utensils
- Cutting boards, cookbooks
- Spice blends, cookie/brownie mixes
- Kitchen signs, wine labels
- Succulents, pots, gardening kits
- Candles, wax melts, room sprays
- Photo albums, frames, prints
Paper & Stationery
- Notebooks, journals, planners
- Sticky notes, tape, paper clips
- Pens, pencils, highlighters
- Notecards, postcards, greeting cards
- Calendars, planners, agendas
- Stickers, bookmarks, gift tags
Self-Care & Motivation
- Journals, gratitude logs, affirmation cards
- Adult coloring books, art supplies
- Bath soaks, sugar scrubs
- Scented candles, essential oil rollers
- Yoga mats, foam rollers, massage tools
- Water bottles, tea infusers
- Motivational books, audio courses
Pet Products
- Pet bandanas, bow ties, clothes
- Treats, chews, novelty baked goods
- Pet toys – balls, ropes, plush items
- Collars, leashes, harnesses
- Pet beds, blankets, pillows
- Grooming kits – shampoo, brushes
Outdoor & Gardening
- Seed packets, gardening tools
- Picnic blankets, baskets, utensils
- Camping chairs, lanterns, hammocks
- Bird houses, bird feeders, bug traps
- Welcome mats, garden signs
- Succulents, air plants, potted herbs
Holiday & Seasonal
- Ornaments, stockings, decorative signs
- Advent calendars, countdown chains
- Scented pine cones, potpourri
- Holiday cards, gift wrap, tags
- Candles, wax melts, room sprays
- Ugly sweaters, santa hats, reindeer antlers
Gift Sets & Bundles
- Candle and matches gift set
- Coffee or tea sampler pack
- Spa kits with lotions, soap, scrub
- Movie night bundle with popcorn, candy
- Date night basket with wine, tumblers, blanket
- Gardening starter set with seeds, tools
- Grilling pack with spices, mitts, apron
How to Source Simple Physical Products
When sourcing simple physical products to sell, focus on items that:
- Are easy to ship and store
- Have low startup costs
- Can be customized with your branding
- Appeal to your target audience
Great places to find suppliers include:
- Online wholesale marketplaces like Faire
- Local artisans, crafters and boutiques
- Merchandise trade shows and conventions
- Alibaba or AliExpress for bulk orders
- Print-on-demand drop-shipping for custom branded items
Tips for Promoting and Selling Physical Products
- Showcase products prominently on your website and social media
- Create bundled packages or kits for gifting occasions
- Offer limited edition seasonal products to create urgency
- Provide free shipping or discounts for multi-item purchases
- Partner with influencers or businesses to do joint promotions
- Set up affiliate programs to get others promoting your products
- Use email and social media promotions around new product launches
- Attend vendor events or fairs to sell products in-person
- Offer product samples or free gifts with purchase
- Share customer reviews, product photos and videos
Why Add Physical Products to Your Business
Adding physical products provides female entrepreneurs several benefits including:
- Passive income – Products continue generating sales 24/7.
- Higher profit margins – Physical products tend to have higher markups than services.
- Lead generation – Products bring new visitors who can become clients.
- Upsells – Existing customers may purchase a product complementing your services.
- Brand building – Products reinforce your brand identity and values.
- Credibility – A product line adds legitimacy and trustworthiness.
- Customer loyalty – Repeat customers make additional purchases over time.
- Expanded reach – Products aren’t limited to local customers.
So don’t be afraid to get creative and add unique physical products that your audience will love. It can take your business to the next level as a female entrepreneur!
Michelle D. Garrett is the founder of Divas With A Purpose.
She focuses on sharing resources for being purposely productive; setting personal and professional goals and achieving them through daily action; and successfully running a business while focusing on your mental health. Michelle is a full-time entrepreneur who specializes in teaching female entrepreneurs how to show up consistently in their business – online and off.