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50 Mundane Products That Will Actually Rock Your World

50 Mundane Products That Will Actually Rock Your World

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SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes to help stop hyperhidrosis, nervous sweating, and hormonal sweating from ruining a good night's sleep. Give your pits a swipe of this before bed, enjoy a sweat-free slumber, and wash in the morning!
A set of cult-favorite extra soft cooling bedsheets (boasting a mind-boggling 245,000 5-star reviews!!) that reviewers are favoring over their Cozy Earth and Egyptian cotton sheets that cost $$$. They've earned over 237,000 5-star ratings thanks to the super-soft and moisture-wicking microfiber fabric — at an unbeatable price! Get ready to be cozy all summer long. You just might ditch your expensive sheets for these babies after the first night.
And a pair of cooling pillowcases with a clever double-sided design — one ~cooling~, one cotton! One side is a comfy, soft cotton while the other side is a heat-absorbing fabric with ~Arc-Chill cooling fibers~ that gives you that oh-so-wonderful chilly sensation *and* helps prevent dry, frizzy hair (buh-bye bedhead).
Built's "Puff Protein Bars" because why should fun breakfast foods be limited to kids? Had I known chocolate-covered marshmallows with 17 grams of protein existed in this world, I would have never given up on my quest for a bar to snack on that's both substantial and delicious. Adulthood just got a tad better with these, y'all.
A Windex outdoor glass cleaner that'll help homeowners take back control of the cleanliness of their top-floor windows (take THAT, rain stains and bird poop 😤). If you're not keen on heights and having to get a ladder tall enough to scrub your windows, this stuff is a *lifesaver*. Just attach this Windex bottle to your hose and spray the solution all over the place! Your windows will be glistening so much, you'll almost be able to hear them twinkling with cleanliness.
Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo to trick people into thinking you totally had time to wash your hair this morning — this stuff gives you that satisfying clean with a lil' keratin treatment thrown in. 😉 To top it off, it's got a gorgeous gardenia scent and it even helps protect against frizz and breakage. Plus, you gotta love a product that delivers results *and* looks cute on your bathroom counter.
A set of breathable, seamless thongs specifically loved by several reviewers who "hate" thongs, with many saying these are the "most comfortable thong" they've ever worn. 👀 Folks say these are comfortable all day *and* claim they're comparable to (and even better than!) brands like Skims and Victoria's Secret. These are from Amazon for just about $4 a piece — who would've thought?!
A discreet hidden fly trap that works immediately to attract insects within a 400-square-foot radius and answers our prayers for a kitchen free of knats and fruit flies.
A daily planner, which is so adorably organized, you'll want to keep sneaking a peek at what your day is gonna look like. It helps you track your calls, goals, water intake, and even has a section for meal planning!
A detachable 2-in-1 kitchen scale and measuring cup so that your evening of baking doesn't have to be tainted with the franticness of being back in chemistry class, measuring and weighing different things with different tools. This has an easy-to-read LCD screen and works with both your wet and dry ingredients, so you can forget about washing a big ol' pile of dishes and go back to enjoying your world-famous (well, at least in the world within your home) chocolate chip cookies.
A travel brush with a hidden compartment, aka a magical tool that basically holds a few more square inches of precious counter space within it. Just try to resist the urge to say "I told ya so" to your travel buddies when they start desperately trying to find some open space on the counter of the hotel bathroom. They can carry on doing that while you proceed to brush your hair with your toothpaste/tampon/razor/hair tie holder.
Medicube's "Zero Pore" Pads, which do their job so well, they turned this skeptical reviewer into a believer. They contain lactic acid, salicylic acid, and a dual-textured surface to help control excess sebum while exfoliating dead skin and refining pores, all while keeping you looking like a true ~glow-getter~.
A pack of Snug Plugs so you never again have to re-live all those times you could have sworn your phone was charging, but, alas, you're now on 10% all thanks to your landlord's special outlet (the one on your living room wall that is on its last leg). Now you can be confident knowing your outlets are all snug as a bug and *won't* fall out.
An oscillating tower fan that gives off such cold air, some reviewers have found that they use it more than their A/C! Take👏 my👏 money.👏 It has six speeds (up to 24 feet per second velocity), three modes, and it's whisper quiet. All you gotta do is plug it in, and you'll be transported to a winter wonderland.
A smooth-edge can opener — a Shark Tank favorite that'll remove the entire top off of any can (it's got a universal fit!). TBH, it'll let you get so creative with your drinks and make you the HIT of the party at your next friends' get-together. Pop off the top of your Diet Coke and add in some ice cream, mixers, ice, or whatever else you can think of. The ~presentation~ is going to be next-level.
A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that only needs one "before and after" pic to prove that it works wonders on those rough, dry areas that can develop on your feet. Just apply the gel and let it sit for 5–10 minutes, then follow up with a foot scrubber. This is the *perfect* addition to your next self-care day.
A Tub Topper, aka a bathtime game-changer, TRULY. This suctions onto your tub (making it practically universal for any ol' bathtub) and gives your little ones sooo much extra space to play. Annnnd!! It's a top-notch splash guard, so you can stop having to mop up the bathroom floor every dang day and hopefully delete "janitor" from your resumé.
A retinol body lotion that'll enhance your already beautiful skin. It's overflowing with powerful ingredients like vitamins A and E, ferulic acid, shea butter, and green tea to help diminish the look of deep wrinkles, fine lines, sagging skin, crepey skin, and even sun damage — all while giving your collagen production a *major* boost to help with firming.
Qualify's chocolate brownie protein powder to help you make one of those delightful, all-too-rare drinks that make people ask "Wait, there's protein in this??" And yup, there is! (20 grams of protein per serving, to be exact!) With this unreasonably delicious mix, you can live your childhood dreams and have chocolate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner *and* feel full and energetic after!
A mattress lifter sure to delight A-types who want their freshly-made bed to look like something right out of a luxury hotel website. Plus, if you hate making the bed because tucking the sheets under your foam mattress (which has the same weight as a cinderblock) makes you sweat, this might be just what you need in your life. This elevates the heaviest of mattresses to make tucking in sheets *way* easier.
PanOxyl Antimicrobial Hydrating Acne Creamy Wash — if you've been hoping their OG foaming wash worked on your sensitive skin, this is your time to shine! Not only is this great on sensitive skin, but it'll also help clear up acne-causing bacteria on your whole body. It's designed to get rid of existing acne and prevent further breakouts by deep-cleaning your pores. All-around clear skin, here you come.
A portable air compressor because it's basically an emergency pit-stop for your tires in the palm of your hand! If your tire deflates somewhere inconvenient, this thing is gonna be the roadside nanny you didn't know you needed. It has a real-time pressure monitor to inflate flat car and bike tires on the go. It even has a built-in LED light you can use at night and boasts a one-minute inflation, so you don't have to worry about being stuck on the side of the road too long. And by the way, may I commend you on considering getting something as "boring" yet extremely smart to have as this? That's what I call a ✨Premium Adult✨.
A *genius* Tineco 2-in-1 cordless vacuum and mop — that's right, it does both at the same time. The things we get excited about as adults, am I right? It always uses clean water for mopping (dirty water goes in a separate tank) *and* is safe to use on sealed hard floors. It also retains 90% of dirty water, so your floors will be clean and dry in just minutes. Take THAT, regular mops.
A set of Wonder Hangers to really and truly maximize all the extra space in your closet (even if it doesn't *look* like there's any extra space 😬). And bonus! They come fully assembled, so all you gotta do is hang them in your closet and go buy cute new tops to fill them with.
A Bissell multipurpose carpet and upholstery cleaner, which is likely to become your BFF when it comes to tackling the toughest stains in your home. This little machine's strong spray and suction can easily remove spots, stains, and odors. Use it in your car too — it's compact and portable!
A scrunchie/towel hybrid that reviewers are raving about as an alternative to the heat damage caused by drying tools. Plus, it's wayyy better than a heavy towel (especially when you're trying to get ready with wet hair)!
An exfoliating mitten you can use in the bath or shower to achieve that ~buttery soft~ skin. It helps you gently lather off dead skin, prevent ingrown hairs, and eliminate bumps caused by keratosis pilaris. The best part? You can get specific about the exfoliation pressure, since it's on your own hand!
A crack weeder tool if you're tired of those persistent weeds that manage to grow through the cracks in concrete to major eyesores (no really, I wish I was as resilient as them). This sturdy tool can get into those tight spaces and get rid of weeds, moss, and thistles in a snap.
A mason jar cold brew maker to prep your morning fix the night before and wake up to some freshly made iced coffee ready to give you the energy you need for the day. It's airtight to keep all the delicious flavor in and comes with an ultra-fine mesh filter to keep those pesky coffee grounds out!
Rael "Miracle Invisible Spot Cover" Pimple Patches made specifically to draw out the pus from your pimples. What makes *this* one so unique is that its edges are so thin that they blend in with your skin seamlessly. This makes them perfect for having some acne-fighting magic on your face while still being able to go about your day without anyone noticing.
A jar of The Pink Stuff (the internet's favorite cleaning product) that takes the time-consuming factor away from achieving squeaky clean surfaces. It's bound to earn its own labeled space in your bathroom cabinet. Seriously. The way it effortlessly removes stains, grease, and grime and leaves just about any surface shiny and scratch-free should be considered witchcraft.
Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream, because our décolletage is too often forgotten when it comes to skincare needs. This elixir is a pro at improving your skin's firmness, texture, *and* elasticity. Its salicylic acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells while its stress response proteins boost your skin's moisture retention to improve smoothness and suppleness. It also contains glycerin and aloe, which adds some extra hydration. Iconic, truly.
A versatile veggie chopper with four interchangeable blades that slice and chop your fruits and veggies for you. It cuts down your food prep time by a LOT, making it a huge relief for when you have guests coming over and you didn't know making stir fry could take that long.
A bag of citrusy Liquid I.V. Hydration packets, which will serve as your little lifesavers when it comes time to go on that all-inclusive trip with the besties this summer (who are gonna be ready for shots 24/7). This stuff will help you rehydrate fast and make hangovers a thing of the past! Drink one of these and be headache-free and fresh as a daisy for your early morning excursions.
A Java Sock for your emotional support iced beverage (and yes, I am a little biased toward my fellow iced coffee lovers). It'll keep that vanilla almond milk latte cold for ages — hours, according to reviewers 👀 — *and* it'll keep your drink from sweating into your cupholder or all over your desk. Now, you can stay cool while sippin' on your iced drink, and neither of you will be breaking a sweat.
Cicapair Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment because it uses the magic of color wheel science to reduce blotchy redness all while smoothing uneven texture *and* protecting your skin with SPF 30 — a triple threat!
A longline sports bra so you could achieve the Lulu Align ~look~ for a whole lot less $$$. It's designed with a classic V-neckline, sweat-wicking fabric, and goes with, well, anything! You can also pair it with your fave biker shorts or leggings so you can go straight from your errand-packed morning to your afternoon yoga class.
A pair of reusable silicone nipple covers, which give you every reason to ditch the bra because they serve as a super discrete alternative — they're also waterproof! Now you can confidently dance the night away without fear of a nip slip.
A refillable roll-on sponge sunscreen applicator that's extraaa helpful if you have a little one that would rather skip the SPF and go straight to the water — this makes the necessary step of sun protection super quick! Just fill up the chamber with your go-to sunscreen, give it a shake, and the genius roller ball and sponge combo will take care of the rest.
A reviewer-loved, Shark Tank-featured Click & Carry Grocery Bag Carrier to make carrying the groceries from your car to your front door way less annoying. This helpful little tool lets you hook your bags to it so you can carry up to 80 pounds while comfortably resting the carrier on your shoulder — wayyy better than letting all the bag handles nearly cut all your fingers off because you insist on making it in one trip.
A ChomChom pet hair remover roller, which picks up all your dog's (and your!) hair — zero struggle! It's a fan fave and requires no adhesives, sticky tape, or batteries to clean up after your furry family member. Seriously, this deserves ALL the rounds of appaws.
A set of wad-free pads if you're done struggling with damp, wrinkled sheets after running them through the dryer. These will stop those sheets from tangling and twisting during wash/dry cycles so they come out fresh, clean, and dry the first time.
A self-closing, mess-free toothpaste cap because your kids won't hold their dang horses when squeezing goop from the tube. This'll help save toothpaste in your household, and it prevents crusty buildup!
The Car Seat Key for parents and caretakers who have had one too many manicures ruined by car seat clips, or — and this might be the worst one — pinched their skin with the contraption that is a child's car seat buckle. This makes buckling and unbuckling your little one *super* easy, and it even hooks onto your keychain, so you've always got it with you when getting in the car.
A silicone, dishwasher-safe clip-on strainer so that you can say goodbye to the days of shakily straining a heavy pot over your sink, hoping with all your might that none of its actual food contents fall out. This is made to fit in any size pot or pan, so you can drain water, grease, or any other liquid without using a bulky (and hard to clean) colander.
Cloning paste — if you've found that your beloved houseplants are standing around stagnant, this'll encourage them to grow, grow, grow! It's technically made for orchids, but it works on all sorts of plants, like begonias, string of pearls, and pothos!
A seat gap filler — would you look at that? We can actually make something useful out of the Carmuda Triangle, which is probably housing countless of your coins, hair clips, and month-old french fries as we speak. This'll save your phone, keys, and fast food snacks from being dropped into that dark abyss.
A pair of sliding wrapping paper cutters because many of us will soon become subject to the challenge of wrapping presents as precisely as possible, and evenly cutting through wrapping paper is harder than it looks! Luckily, this helps with the uneven edges you get from scissors. It's easy to grip and may even be simpler to use if you have arthritis or another condition that affects dexterity and mobility.
A pack of Elephant Trax labels for the next time you're rummaging through boxes trying to remember where you put those Halloween decorations. These labels, paired with the app they connect to, serve as your handy reminder of the contents of each of your boxes! Seriously, I wish I would've thought of this myself.
A soup can safe — since this is ~soup-er~ realistic, it'll put you at ease knowing you have a stack of cash or valuables tucked away, safely hidden in your food storage, and ready to go in case of an emergency.
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SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes to help stop hyperhidrosis, nervous sweating, and hormonal sweating from ruining a good night's sleep. Give your pits a swipe of this before bed, enjoy a sweat-free slumber, and wash in the morning! A set of cult-favorite extra soft cooling bedsheets (boasting a mind-boggling 245,000 5-star reviews!!) that reviewers are favoring over their Cozy Earth and Egyptian cotton sheets that cost $$$. They've earned over 237,000 5-star ratings thanks to the super-soft and moisture-wicking microfiber fabric — at an unbeatable price! Get ready to be cozy all summer long. You just might ditch your expensive sheets for these babies after the first night. And a pair of cooling pillowcases with a clever double-sided design — one ~cooling~, one cotton! One side is a comfy, soft cotton while the other side is a heat-absorbing fabric with ~Arc-Chill cooling fibers~ that gives you that oh-so-wonderful chilly sensation *and* helps prevent dry, frizzy hair (buh-bye bedhead). Built's "Puff Protein Bars" because why should fun breakfast foods be limited to kids? Had I known chocolate-covered marshmallows with 17 grams of protein existed in this world, I would have never given up on my quest for a bar to snack on that's both substantial and delicious. Adulthood just got a tad better with these, y'all. A Windex outdoor glass cleaner that'll help homeowners take back control of the cleanliness of their top-floor windows (take THAT, rain stains and bird poop 😤). If you're not keen on heights and having to get a ladder tall enough to scrub your windows, this stuff is a *lifesaver*. Just attach this Windex bottle to your hose and spray the solution all over the place! Your windows will be glistening so much, you'll almost be able to hear them twinkling with cleanliness. Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo to trick people into thinking you totally had time to wash your hair this morning — this stuff gives you that satisfying clean with a lil' keratin treatment thrown in. 😉 To top it off, it's got a gorgeous gardenia scent and it even helps protect against frizz and breakage. Plus, you gotta love a product that delivers results *and* looks cute on your bathroom counter. A set of breathable, seamless thongs specifically loved by several reviewers who "hate" thongs, with many saying these are the "most comfortable thong" they've ever worn. 👀 Folks say these are comfortable all day *and* claim they're comparable to (and even better than!) brands like Skims and Victoria's Secret. These are from Amazon for just about $4 a piece — who would've thought?! A discreet hidden fly trap that works immediately to attract insects within a 400-square-foot radius and answers our prayers for a kitchen free of knats and fruit flies. A daily planner, which is so adorably organized, you'll want to keep sneaking a peek at what your day is gonna look like. It helps you track your calls, goals, water intake, and even has a section for meal planning! A detachable 2-in-1 kitchen scale and measuring cup so that your evening of baking doesn't have to be tainted with the franticness of being back in chemistry class, measuring and weighing different things with different tools. This has an easy-to-read LCD screen and works with both your wet and dry ingredients, so you can forget about washing a big ol' pile of dishes and go back to enjoying your world-famous (well, at least in the world within your home) chocolate chip cookies. A travel brush with a hidden compartment, aka a magical tool that basically holds a few more square inches of precious counter space within it. Just try to resist the urge to say "I told ya so" to your travel buddies when they start desperately trying to find some open space on the counter of the hotel bathroom. They can carry on doing that while you proceed to brush your hair with your toothpaste/tampon/razor/hair tie holder. Medicube's "Zero Pore" Pads, which do their job so well, they turned this skeptical reviewer into a believer. They contain lactic acid, salicylic acid, and a dual-textured surface to help control excess sebum while exfoliating dead skin and refining pores, all while keeping you looking like a true ~glow-getter~. A pack of Snug Plugs so you never again have to re-live all those times you could have sworn your phone was charging, but, alas, you're now on 10% all thanks to your landlord's special outlet (the one on your living room wall that is on its last leg). Now you can be confident knowing your outlets are all snug as a bug and *won't* fall out. An oscillating tower fan that gives off such cold air, some reviewers have found that they use it more than their A/C! Take👏 my👏 money.👏 It has six speeds (up to 24 feet per second velocity), three modes, and it's whisper quiet. All you gotta do is plug it in, and you'll be transported to a winter wonderland. A smooth-edge can opener — a Shark Tank favorite that'll remove the entire top off of any can (it's got a universal fit!). TBH, it'll let you get so creative with your drinks and make you the HIT of the party at your next friends' get-together. Pop off the top of your Diet Coke and add in some ice cream, mixers, ice, or whatever else you can think of. The ~presentation~ is going to be next-level. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that only needs one "before and after" pic to prove that it works wonders on those rough, dry areas that can develop on your feet. Just apply the gel and let it sit for 5–10 minutes, then follow up with a foot scrubber. This is the *perfect* addition to your next self-care day. A Tub Topper, aka a bathtime game-changer, TRULY. This suctions onto your tub (making it practically universal for any ol' bathtub) and gives your little ones sooo much extra space to play. Annnnd!! It's a top-notch splash guard, so you can stop having to mop up the bathroom floor every dang day and hopefully delete "janitor" from your resumé. A retinol body lotion that'll enhance your already beautiful skin. It's overflowing with powerful ingredients like vitamins A and E, ferulic acid, shea butter, and green tea to help diminish the look of deep wrinkles, fine lines, sagging skin, crepey skin, and even sun damage — all while giving your collagen production a *major* boost to help with firming. Qualify's chocolate brownie protein powder to help you make one of those delightful, all-too-rare drinks that make people ask "Wait, there's protein in this??" And yup, there is! (20 grams of protein per serving, to be exact!) With this unreasonably delicious mix, you can live your childhood dreams and have chocolate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner *and* feel full and energetic after! A mattress lifter sure to delight A-types who want their freshly-made bed to look like something right out of a luxury hotel website. Plus, if you hate making the bed because tucking the sheets under your foam mattress (which has the same weight as a cinderblock) makes you sweat, this might be just what you need in your life. This elevates the heaviest of mattresses to make tucking in sheets *way* easier. PanOxyl Antimicrobial Hydrating Acne Creamy Wash — if you've been hoping their OG foaming wash worked on your sensitive skin, this is your time to shine! Not only is this great on sensitive skin, but it'll also help clear up acne-causing bacteria on your whole body. It's designed to get rid of existing acne and prevent further breakouts by deep-cleaning your pores. All-around clear skin, here you come. A portable air compressor because it's basically an emergency pit-stop for your tires in the palm of your hand! If your tire deflates somewhere inconvenient, this thing is gonna be the roadside nanny you didn't know you needed. It has a real-time pressure monitor to inflate flat car and bike tires on the go. It even has a built-in LED light you can use at night and boasts a one-minute inflation, so you don't have to worry about being stuck on the side of the road too long. And by the way, may I commend you on considering getting something as "boring" yet extremely smart to have as this? That's what I call a ✨Premium Adult✨. A *genius* Tineco 2-in-1 cordless vacuum and mop — that's right, it does both at the same time. The things we get excited about as adults, am I right? It always uses clean water for mopping (dirty water goes in a separate tank) *and* is safe to use on sealed hard floors. It also retains 90% of dirty water, so your floors will be clean and dry in just minutes. Take THAT, regular mops. A set of Wonder Hangers to really and truly maximize all the extra space in your closet (even if it doesn't *look* like there's any extra space 😬). And bonus! They come fully assembled, so all you gotta do is hang them in your closet and go buy cute new tops to fill them with. A Bissell multipurpose carpet and upholstery cleaner, which is likely to become your BFF when it comes to tackling the toughest stains in your home. This little machine's strong spray and suction can easily remove spots, stains, and odors. Use it in your car too — it's compact and portable! A scrunchie/towel hybrid that reviewers are raving about as an alternative to the heat damage caused by drying tools. Plus, it's wayyy better than a heavy towel (especially when you're trying to get ready with wet hair)! An exfoliating mitten you can use in the bath or shower to achieve that ~buttery soft~ skin. It helps you gently lather off dead skin, prevent ingrown hairs, and eliminate bumps caused by keratosis pilaris. The best part? You can get specific about the exfoliation pressure, since it's on your own hand! A crack weeder tool if you're tired of those persistent weeds that manage to grow through the cracks in concrete to major eyesores (no really, I wish I was as resilient as them). This sturdy tool can get into those tight spaces and get rid of weeds, moss, and thistles in a snap. A mason jar cold brew maker to prep your morning fix the night before and wake up to some freshly made iced coffee ready to give you the energy you need for the day. It's airtight to keep all the delicious flavor in and comes with an ultra-fine mesh filter to keep those pesky coffee grounds out! Rael "Miracle Invisible Spot Cover" Pimple Patches made specifically to draw out the pus from your pimples. What makes *this* one so unique is that its edges are so thin that they blend in with your skin seamlessly. This makes them perfect for having some acne-fighting magic on your face while still being able to go about your day without anyone noticing. A jar of The Pink Stuff (the internet's favorite cleaning product) that takes the time-consuming factor away from achieving squeaky clean surfaces. It's bound to earn its own labeled space in your bathroom cabinet. Seriously. The way it effortlessly removes stains, grease, and grime and leaves just about any surface shiny and scratch-free should be considered witchcraft. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream, because our décolletage is too often forgotten when it comes to skincare needs. This elixir is a pro at improving your skin's firmness, texture, *and* elasticity. Its salicylic acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells while its stress response proteins boost your skin's moisture retention to improve smoothness and suppleness. It also contains glycerin and aloe, which adds some extra hydration. Iconic, truly. A versatile veggie chopper with four interchangeable blades that slice and chop your fruits and veggies for you. It cuts down your food prep time by a LOT, making it a huge relief for when you have guests coming over and you didn't know making stir fry could take that long. A bag of citrusy Liquid I.V. Hydration packets, which will serve as your little lifesavers when it comes time to go on that all-inclusive trip with the besties this summer (who are gonna be ready for shots 24/7). This stuff will help you rehydrate fast and make hangovers a thing of the past! Drink one of these and be headache-free and fresh as a daisy for your early morning excursions. A Java Sock for your emotional support iced beverage (and yes, I am a little biased toward my fellow iced coffee lovers). It'll keep that vanilla almond milk latte cold for ages — hours, according to reviewers 👀 — *and* it'll keep your drink from sweating into your cupholder or all over your desk. Now, you can stay cool while sippin' on your iced drink, and neither of you will be breaking a sweat. Cicapair Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment because it uses the magic of color wheel science to reduce blotchy redness all while smoothing uneven texture *and* protecting your skin with SPF 30 — a triple threat! A longline sports bra so you could achieve the Lulu Align ~look~ for a whole lot less $$$. It's designed with a classic V-neckline, sweat-wicking fabric, and goes with, well, anything! You can also pair it with your fave biker shorts or leggings so you can go straight from your errand-packed morning to your afternoon yoga class. A pair of reusable silicone nipple covers, which give you every reason to ditch the bra because they serve as a super discrete alternative — they're also waterproof! Now you can confidently dance the night away without fear of a nip slip. A refillable roll-on sponge sunscreen applicator that's extraaa helpful if you have a little one that would rather skip the SPF and go straight to the water — this makes the necessary step of sun protection super quick! Just fill up the chamber with your go-to sunscreen, give it a shake, and the genius roller ball and sponge combo will take care of the rest. A reviewer-loved, Shark Tank-featured Click & Carry Grocery Bag Carrier to make carrying the groceries from your car to your front door way less annoying. This helpful little tool lets you hook your bags to it so you can carry up to 80 pounds while comfortably resting the carrier on your shoulder — wayyy better than letting all the bag handles nearly cut all your fingers off because you insist on making it in one trip. A ChomChom pet hair remover roller, which picks up all your dog's (and your!) hair — zero struggle! It's a fan fave and requires no adhesives, sticky tape, or batteries to clean up after your furry family member. Seriously, this deserves ALL the rounds of appaws. A set of wad-free pads if you're done struggling with damp, wrinkled sheets after running them through the dryer. These will stop those sheets from tangling and twisting during wash/dry cycles so they come out fresh, clean, and dry the first time. A self-closing, mess-free toothpaste cap because your kids won't hold their dang horses when squeezing goop from the tube. This'll help save toothpaste in your household, and it prevents crusty buildup! The Car Seat Key for parents and caretakers who have had one too many manicures ruined by car seat clips, or — and this might be the worst one — pinched their skin with the contraption that is a child's car seat buckle. This makes buckling and unbuckling your little one *super* easy, and it even hooks onto your keychain, so you've always got it with you when getting in the car. A silicone, dishwasher-safe clip-on strainer so that you can say goodbye to the days of shakily straining a heavy pot over your sink, hoping with all your might that none of its actual food contents fall out. This is made to fit in any size pot or pan, so you can drain water, grease, or any other liquid without using a bulky (and hard to clean) colander. Cloning paste — if you've found that your beloved houseplants are standing around stagnant, this'll encourage them to grow, grow, grow! It's technically made for orchids, but it works on all sorts of plants, like begonias, string of pearls, and pothos! A seat gap filler — would you look at that? We can actually make something useful out of the Carmuda Triangle, which is probably housing countless of your coins, hair clips, and month-old french fries as we speak. This'll save your phone, keys, and fast food snacks from being dropped into that dark abyss. A pair of sliding wrapping paper cutters because many of us will soon become subject to the challenge of wrapping presents as precisely as possible, and evenly cutting through wrapping paper is harder than it looks! Luckily, this helps with the uneven edges you get from scissors. It's easy to grip and may even be simpler to use if you have arthritis or another condition that affects dexterity and mobility. A pack of Elephant Trax labels for the next time you're rummaging through boxes trying to remember where you put those Halloween decorations. These labels, paired with the app they connect to, serve as your handy reminder of the contents of each of your boxes! Seriously, I wish I would've thought of this myself. A soup can safe — since this is ~soup-er~ realistic, it'll put you at ease knowing you have a stack of cash or valuables tucked away, safely hidden in your food storage, and ready to go in case of an emergency.

Do these ancient Egyptian inscriptions mention Moses by name?
Do these ancient Egyptian inscriptions mention Moses by name?

National Geographic

time07-08-2025

  • National Geographic

Do these ancient Egyptian inscriptions mention Moses by name?

Moses with the Tablets of the Law (oil on canvas) by the Italian artist Reni Guido (1575-1642). Photograph by Bridgeman Images There is no doubting the importance of Moses to Jews and Christians. According to the Hebrew Bible, Moses was the one who delivered the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, guided them through the wilderness, and received the Ten Commandments from God. For historians, however, the existence of Moses has been a fiercely contested debate. Despite his religious importance, the archeological evidence for Moses has always been thin on the ground. But now a sensational new interpretation of a 3,800-year-old inscription claims that we finally have evidence for the law-giver's existence. (Ten plagues and a betrayal: How Moses freed the Israelites) Inscriptions in a mine The evidence in question is two inscriptions on the rock walls at Serabit el-Khadim, an Egyptian turquoise mine in the Sinai Peninsula. The inscriptions are part of a larger group of inscriptions excavated by famed archeologist Sir William Flinders Petrie in the early 20th century. Early on, Petrie recognized that the inscriptions were alphabetic, but it took decades for them to be deciphered. They are the main evidence of a Middle Bronze Age writing system known as the Proto-Sinaitic script and their precise meaning and decipherment continues to be debated. Scholarly consensus maintains that the inscriptions were carved by workers during the reign of Pharaoh Amenemhat III (ca. 1800 BCE). Two other slightly older inscriptions, excavated from Wadi el-Hol on the west bank of the river Nile, suggest that the Proto-Sinaitic script originated in Egypt. This makes the 30-40 inscriptions from Serabit el-Khadim some of the oldest surviving alphabetic writing. Some of the inscriptions at Serabit el-Khadim seem religiously invested. Several refer to 'El,' one of the names given for God in the Hebrew Bible. Others mention Ba'alat, a female Semitic deity often viewed as a counterpart for the Egyptian goddess Hathor. In some instances, Ba'alat's name is scratched out, which might suggest that there was disagreement among the mine workers about which deity to follow. (Why Moses' brother worshipped a Canaanite god) The ruins at Serabit el-Khadim, documented during an ordnance survey of the Sinai Peninsula circa 1865. Photograph by Pump Park Vintage Photography/Alamy Stock Photo Sinai 346, a statuette excavated in 1906 by Hilda and Flinders Petrie from the Hathor temple at Serabit el-Khadim, was one of the first examples of Proto-Sinaitic inscriptions to be discovered. Photograph by Historic Collection/Alamy Stock Photo Michael S. Bar-Ron, a retired rabbi and graduate student at Ariel University, has used high-resolution photos and 3D scans to offer a reinterpretation of two of the inscriptions (357 and 361). According to Bar-Ron they read 'zot mi'Moshe' (This is Moses) and 'ne'um Moshe' (A saying/statement of Moses). Bar-Ron argues, in his proto-thesis, that many of the Proto-Sinaitic inscriptions found at Serabit el-Khadim come from a single author who was familiar with Egyptian hieroglyphs. He even suggests, based on the lettering of the inscriptions, that Moses himself inscribed them. 'I am compelled to propose,' writes Bar-Ron, 'that [the inscriptions] could well have been written by a historical base personage found behind the biblical tradition of Moshe, Moses.' Still, it is difficult to understand why Moses—an alleged Prince of Egypt—would have been part of an Egyptian mining community. The reinterpretation, which has been widely reported in the media, has some profound implications for our understanding of the historicity of Moses. If, as Bar-Ron argues, these inscriptions were authored by Moses himself they would not only offer definitive proof of Moses's existence they would also be the only surviving piece of writing authored by a major biblical figure and religious founder. (Which Egyptian pharaoh challenged Moses?) Was Moses a common Egyptian name? The academic response to this new theory has been mixed. Many scholars are concerned about the reconstruction of the inscriptions themselves, which is a famously difficult task. One scholar told National Geographic that the readings are 'very problematic.' Thomas Schneider, an Egyptologist at the University of British Columbia told The Daily Mail that the new interpretation is 'completely unproven and misleading.' Schneider hinted that the inscriptions themselves had been misread, adding that the 'arbitrary identification of letters can distort ancient history.' Even if Bar-Ron's identification of letters and translation of the inscriptions is correct this does not necessarily mean that they were authored by the Moses of the Bible. Liane Feldman, an assistant professor of religion at Princeton University, told National Geographic that the name Moses may well be an Egyptian name and, thus, is less distinctive in the context of Egyptian mining inscriptions than it might appear to modern readers. As scholar Joshua Huddlestun has written, the name Moses appears in New Kingdom letters and legal documents including a 'high-profile case involving land inheritance brought by a plaintiff named Mose.' If, as the evidence suggests, Moses was a relatively common Egyptian name there's no reason to think that these inscriptions refer to or were authored by the biblical Moses. Limited Time: Bonus Issue Offer Subscribe now and gift up to 4 bonus issues—starting at $34/year.

45 Mundane Products Adults Might Be A Little Bit *Ahem* Horny For
45 Mundane Products Adults Might Be A Little Bit *Ahem* Horny For

Buzz Feed

time05-08-2025

  • Buzz Feed

45 Mundane Products Adults Might Be A Little Bit *Ahem* Horny For

A meat shredder that'll quickly become the #1 tool in your kitchen. Start indulging in shredded pork, chicken, and tofu weekly, without spending ages on shredding prep with a couple of forks. Just toss in your cooked meat and twist a couple of times! Your aching wrists and happy stomach will thank you! A foaming drain cleaner for folks who are desperately trying to convince themselves that chores are FUN. If you've got a sink or bathtub drain that is worryingly slow, this gentle *powerhouse* foam can pull up gunk and clean out pipes, helping prevent future buildup for quite a bit. That is, until you get bored and really wanna have some fun playing with foam again. SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes with a clinical strength formula that'll last up to seven days (!!!) for folks who get seasonal depression whenever the sun has them sweatin' it for no good reason. A daily planner to help you track school schedules, chores, and even your water intake if your cleaning goals this year are more about cleaning up your cluttered mind. Thanks, A-types, for finding a way to keep the house clean *and* stay a planner. Built's "Puff Protein Bars" that'll make you the envy of everybody on your commute to work when they see that *you* have a fun breakfast. Let me be the first to tell you, these things are too good for this world. I don't know how Built was able to pack chocolate-covered marshmallows with 17 grams of protein, but I'm glad the witchcraft worked because these are life-changing. An oscillating tower fan with six speeds (we're talkin' up to 24 feet per second velocity), three modes, and a surprisingly quiet design despite its power. If you're intimidated by installing an A.C. in your fourth-floor gonna be a big fan of this gadget. A travel brush with a hidden compartment, sure to be looked upon with envy by your overpacked travel buddies as they desperately try to find some open space on the counter of your hotel bathroom. Trying to fit seven people in two rooms has not worked out as well as your friends thought it would. But hey, *you've* got a brush with enough room for toothpaste and tampons! You're doing great. A hidden fly trap you plug into an outlet when you have house flies, fruit flies, moths, or gnats crawling around. The little light lures bugs by up to 400 feet (!!!), and the sneaky design means this thing'll be blastin' bugs by the dozen without ruining your room's clean aesthetic. A pair of sliding wrapping paper cutters so you can stop wasting paper when your scissor skills aren't what they used to be. Seriously, you were the best paper cutter in your kindergarten class, what happened?! A 2-in-1 kitchen scale and measuring cup that'll save space and keep things simple while you bake delicacies that are anything but. This works with both your wet and dry ingredients, so feel free to forget about washing a big batch of dishes after making a batch of your best Dubai chocolate chocolate chip cookies. A Pikk-it tool for anyone who has practically sacrificed their fingers trying to dig into the brushes of their vacuum to remove hair, lint, and buildup that has made it less than effective. Tiny, inexpensive tools that help your *expensive* products work better are the lifeblood of responsibility. Help take care of the things that... take care of the things that... need to be done in your life! Medicube's "Zero Pore" Pads, a beloved Korean skincare secret with a magical mix of lactic and salicylic acid that'll redefine what "smooth" means to your skin. The dual-textured toner pads both exfoliate and refine your pores, making your face feel positively silky soft. A pack of Snug Plugs so you can breathe easy knowing your router is, in fact, plugged in and working. It wasn't you, it was your landlord's special outlet (the one practically hanging on for dear life from your living room wall). Now you can be confident knowing your outlets are all snug as a bug. A TBH *too* nice Tineco 2-in-1 cordless vacuum and mop created to both vacuum and mop at the same time. Unlike our old dummy mops, this robot has a separate tank that stores the dirty water, and it retains 90% of the stuff, so your floors will be clean and dry in just minutes. A smooth edge can opener — a Shark Tank favorite that'll remove the entire top off of any can (it's got a universal fit!), helping you take your canned drinks to the next level. Pop off the top of your Diet Coke and add in some ice cream, mixers, ice, or whatever else you have. Then safely sip away! I'm feeling refreshed just thinking about it. A ChomChom pet hair remover roller that'll pick up fur and lock it inside the roller so that cleanup is a breeze and it doesn't lose its effectiveness with heavy use. We love our huskies, but woof, shedding is their greatest skill. A retinol body lotion — sure, retinol is great for your face, but there's a whole *body* of skin it can help out! This particularly dreamy, creamy formula helps promote skin cell turnover using retinol, while the ferulic acid firms skin to promote natural skin tightening. A Denman Hair Brush designed with bristles specifically spaced to detangle and shape curls that may otherwise feel frazzled and look undefined. Hit the snooze button and save time in the mornings with this brush by your side. A much-needed peanut butter knife with a brilliantly shaped blade that'll guarantee not a *drop* of your perfect peanut putty goes to waste. Hate getting peanut butter all over your knuckles when scraping out the container with a standard knife? Get this in your life. A Bissell multipurpose carpet and upholstery cleaner — this spiffy (and portable!) system uses warm water and a special cleaning formula to save the day when slips turn into spills, which turn into stains. A scrunchie/towel hybrid that can help your hair dry faster without any heat tools! Reviewers love this as a shower-and-go solution when they have to leave the house with wet hair. We love a product that helps us with our busy schedules. A touchless paper towel dispenser — reviewers rave about how much less messy this makes grabbing a paper towel when they're covered in cake batter, sauce, and such. If you're looking to add a useful, futuristic touch to your classic farmhouse kitchen, look no further than this! A slim, two-slice toaster that'll be a satisfying space saver in your Polly Pocket-sized kitchen. The long slot design keeps it slim while still allowing for two slices of bread to cook at a time. The design also makes this great for larger slices of homemade bread and sourdough loaves, all while being juuust the right size to squish between appliances and cabinets. An exfoliating mitten lots of people love for preventing ingrown hairs, reducing KP, and smoothing out their skin before applying tanning lotion. A crack weeder tool that is designed to get those basically immortal weeds that practically grow THROUGH your concrete sans plant-killing chemicals. It fits into tiny, tight spaces and snatches up that unsightly stuff! Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream — whether you've noticed your neck skin practically hanging on for dear life thanks to that darn gravitational pull or find your décolletage creased in the center from side sleeping, the glycerin and aloe in this formula can give that delicate skin some much-needed hydration, while the salicylic acid can gently exfoliate dead skin cells. Reviewers say patience is worth it with this one, so give your body time to soak it all in and enjoy those results! A seat gap filler to save your phone, keys, and french fries from certain doom. A soup can safe — this is so realistic it'll put you at ease if you have a stack of cash or valuables you want tucked away, safely hidden in your food storage. A set of cult-favorite extra-soft cooling bedsheets (boasting a mind-boggling 245,000 5-star reviews!!) that folks say feel like sleeping at a luxurious hotel. If you've found falling asleep a chore because of tossing, turning, and *sweating* at night, then treat yourself to these must-have sheets. And a pair of cooling pillowcases with thousands of dreamy reviews from *previously* sweaty sleepers. Don't keep waking and flipping your toasty pillow over in frustration — it's gonna be your cool-sleep summer! A set of Wonder Hangers so you can stack outfits, categories, or even *colors* of clothes with a vertical system, using up closet space in the most efficient (and A-type-friendly) way possible. Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo with a gorgeous gardenia scent and a formula that'll give you the satisfying clean your hair needs with a lil' keratin treatment thrown in. This'll help protect against the frizz and breakage summer humidity inevitably brings. Plus, the packaging will make your bathroom counter look beautiful all on its own. A tub of Reese's flavor C4 whey protein powder that'll turn you into a protein powder convert. This drink mix is formulated with 25g of high-quality whey protein to build and preserve lean muscle. And, despite ALL ODDS, it somehow has 0g of added sugar. I'm literally drinking this as I write I feel like my tastebuds are lying to me because it's so good. It's like drinking CANDY, folks! An SPF 50 Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar, a K-Beauty *blessing* for anyone who is sick and tired of goopy, sticky sunscreen that leaves their eyes watering from harsh chemicals. The curved balm applies gently onto your skin — rather than pulling — which also makes it a breeze to put on. Simply keep this in your bag and swipe it on (even over your makeup) when you're in the sun, because sunscreen should be applied *several* times a day. Nothing makes that practice easier than this stuff! A set of breathable, seamless thongs specifically loved by several reviewers who "hate" thongs. Folks say these are comfortable all day *and* claim they're comparable to (and even better than!) brands like Skims and Victoria's Secret. I'm sold. Like, literally. Buying now. A Shark Tank-favorite Click & Carry Grocery Bag Carrier that'll give you Herculean strength in an instant. Hook your bags to the clip, place it around your shoulder, and lift up to *80 pounds!!!* without bag straps literally breaking your back. A "Slice'n Store" butter dish so you can give your butter knives (and dishwasher) a break. This spiffy container keeps butter fresh in the fridge and slices it with the inner blade, so you can store, cut, and spread your butter all in one! A versatile veggie chopper that'll help you prep (and clean up!) with speed that feels downright magical. The interchangeable blades just pop out, then throw them right into the dishwasher! A laundry soap station you can tuck into a shelf or leave out on the counter so your heavy, dripping detergent doesn't make a mess. A silicone clip-on strainer that's dishwasher safe, attaches to any size pot or pan, and is designed to save a bunch of space in your kitchen cupboards. A "flossing toothbrush" designed with two different types of bristles — one layer has classic firm bristles, while the longer layer is extra thin (10 times thinner, in fact!) and intended to clean deep between the cracks in your teeth and over your gums — just like floss. If you have sensitive teeth and love a deep clean, you're sure to love ~brushing up~ on your dental care game with this. Mise En Scene Perfect Serum, a staple K-beauty solution that'll practically give your *hair* glass skin. The brilliant seven-oil blend of Moroccan argan, olive, coconut, Marula, jojoba, apricot, and camellia oil protects hair while smoothing away dry damage. Plus, using oil on wet hair before blow drying cuts down on your dry time! It's heat-safe up to 450 degrees, so no need to part ways with your beloved heat tools. An airtight Deli ProKeeper, which just might have you feelin' star-struck if you've dabbled in the world of FridgeTok (and if you haven't, *please* treat yourself to the joy that is FridgeTok). This is specifically designed to keep deli meat and cheese fresh. I'm 31 years old and still haven't found a proper way to store cheese without it molding too fast, so you better believe I'm buying this right along with you. A wireless charging desk and mousepad that'll be *literally* life-saving for (the phones of) anyone who mercilessly keeps their cell's battery around 10%, 100% of the time. With this, you'll charge your phone, AirPods, keyboard, and mouse without even realizing you're doing it. Just plop them down on the pad and watch as your tech charges up in an instant! A Touchland Power Mist hydrating hand sanitizer sure to be loved by anyone who thinks an aesthetic upgrade is the *best* kind of upgrade. Feel fashion-savvy and clean with this aloe vera-infused hand sanitizer in your bag. The flora scent is practically perfume *and*, unlike most sanitizers, this formula is moisturizing! Get this, and you'll constantly wanna give it a hand.

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