Photos: Ten hilariously unnecessary items from the 1950s


Number 4: Attention Austin Powers!
No, this contraption isn't just a big heater. It uses the power of infra-redness! And don't worry about all the radiation it might give off. You probably have enough children already.
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Number 3: The can of shame.
Imagine the horror of someone coming into your bathroom and discovering a can of Aqua Net on your counter -- especially one that only costs 98 cents. But never fear: You can put one of these aerosol cozies over it, so people will instead think you're hiding a secret huffing problem, instead.

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