Few things are worse than when something you love, whether a snack or beauty product, is discontinued! Unfortunately, we’ve all been there.
So, we asked all of you for your favorite discontinued item that you wish you could bring back!
Snacks and childhood items are particularly bittersweet to miss.
In childhood, it’s easy to get really attached to things like a favorite toy or candy. When those items are discontinued, it feels like saying goodbye to childhood. These items can be nostalgic.
Many people brought up sweet memories from their childhoods.
Embed from Getty ImagesSo, it’s no surprise that many of our readers were disappointed about items related to favorite memories. For example, Llewellyn Thompson DeFoe said, “The original Lifesaver book thing you got at Christmas —with whole rolls of all the flavors.”
Snacks from decades past were missed dearly.
Embed from Getty ImagesWhen you have a snack or food item you love, it’s disappointing to never get it again. As the writer of this piece, I still haven’t got over Black Cherry Vanilla Coca-Cola!
Speaking of long-gone sodas…
Embed from Getty ImagesSome people mentioned the iconic Crystal Pepsi, while others brought up Surge. Other drinks people still want to purchase were SoBe and Orbitz.
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And these were some commonly mentioned snacks.
Embed from Getty ImagesMany of our readers brought up these products. Do you remember them, too?
Marathon chocolate bars. Kraft cheese spread. The original Doritos. JELL-O pudding pops.
Others were sad about discontinued beauty products.
When you find the right beauty product, it’s super sad when it’s gone. It’s sometimes difficult to find make-up, shampoo, or skincare items you love, so it’s extra tough when they’re never coming back.
Here are some beauty products people wish they could still buy.
Embed from Getty ImagesMultiple commenters brought up Gee Your Hair Smells Terrific shampoo. Others mentioned favorite perfumes, such as Jeanette Beharrell who loved Evening in Paris.
Remember those old Herbal Essence shampoos? Everyone misses those, too!
Losing a lipstick shade is the worst.
It’s a challenge to find the perfect shade. And to have it discontinued… tragic!
As Laurie Anderson said, “L’oreal’s Satin Berry lipstick. I loved that shade and it is gone. I have a million lipsticks because I am still trying to find a close match but to no avail.”
Some people were nostalgic for out-of-business stores.
Embed from Getty ImagesLosing a product or two can be disappointing, but it’s even worse when a store or restaurant you love goes out of business. Sadly, this seems to happen quite frequently, especially these days.
These stores are still missed!
Embed from Getty ImagesMany readers mentioned that they miss Sears. It was a staple department store for decades, and it’s still strange to think it’s gone. Technically, a few stores are left, but they are hard to find.
Other stores mentioned include Borders and Blockbuster.
Some products were missed because of a recipe change.
Embed from Getty ImagesMultiple people talked about food products that still exist but don’t taste the same anymore. For example, Butterfingers are different than they used to be, and Kraft mac and cheese also tastes different to many people.
Fast food items often don’t stick around.
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Over the years, fast-food franchises have introduced and discontinued various items. A few that people still miss include the salad shakers from McDonald’s and taco salad from Taco Bell.
Others took a more humorous approach.
While the majority of people brought up actual items, others were nostalgic for the past in different ways. For example, Barbara Hollis had this to say, “my younger body.”
Sometimes, we all just miss a time when we had fewer worries!
What items would you add?
Embed from Getty ImagesDo you have a favorite discontinued product that wasn’t mentioned? There are sadly many to choose from, and we all have those pangs of nostalgia. Please share your thoughts with us!
