34 Things That'll Make Your Day Easier In Some Way Or Another
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1. Dawn Powerwash, an impressive spray-on dish soap capable of giving you those clean swipes through nightmarish messes previously only seen in commercials. Spray this on dishes, but you can also use it to tackle dirty range hoods, backsplashes, bathtubs, grills, or anywhere else with caked-on food or dirt.
Just spray on (don't add water until you rinse!) and wipe.
Promising reviews: "What doesn't it do? I absolutely love this product. It works great on dishes and pretty much anything you want to clean! Soap scum; gone! Laundry stains; bye! Baseboards/woodwork sparkle! Sneakers, yup! I hate cleaning, so anything that makes it easier ❤️." — Kimba
" The only dish soap allowed in my household. 😅 JK, I have used other different types, and this is the only one that has worked amazingly in all my cleaning. Not only do I use it on my dishes but to clean my bathroom, husband's grill, and everything else that needs a good cleaning." — Lizbeth LF
Get the starter kit (with one reusable spray bottle and one refill) from Amazon for $8.44 (also available in other pack styles and two other scents).
2. A pack of highlighters with partially clear tips so you can actually see what you're highlighting. Next time you lend a textbook you can be rest assured that no one is judging your wiggly line technique.
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Promising review:"These are great highlighters. They are smooth, have a great color, and, most importantly, you can see through the tip to see what you're highlighting. This allows you to keep a straighter line as well as stop at the desired point. Give them a try; I think they're better than a standard highlighter." — JK
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.26 (also available in packs of 8 and 12.
3. A RobeCurls heatless hair curler that will give straight and wavy hair effortless waves while you sleep. Just wrap your locks around the satin band, get some beauty sleep, and wake up feeling like elves snuck in to curl your hair.
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Robe Curls is a woman-founded small business that specializes in heatless hair curling tools.
Promising review: "I don't usually leave reviews, but this exceeded my expectations. I've tried heatless curlers like this before that didn't sit flat on the top of my head and weren't bendable, so they were hard to sleep in. I love that it has a wire all the way through it so you can bend it and pull it to the back of your head (I'm a stomach and side sleeper, so I want it away from my face). If you mist your hair with a little water until it's slightly damp and wear it overnight, the curls last all day." — Jane Doe
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors).
4. A Chom Chom pet hair remover if you'd prefer your furniture to be fur-free. It has a sticky roller (no wasteful adhesive strips) that clings to hair and deposits it into a built-in compartment. You can tell Fido to stay off the couch all you want, but dogs don't speak Human! Instead, use this reusable roller to reclaim your seating.
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Promising review:"Where has this been all my cat-loving life? Sticky rollers work fine for clothes, but this is the only product that has ever COMPLETELY removed all the cat hair from my bed. I have a long-haired 20-pound tabby, and if you run your hands up his back a few times and fling the hair everywhere, it looks like it's snowing — he never stops shedding no matter what I do. After using the ChomChom, I can put on a black dress and roll around on my bed and not get a single hair on me. It's absolutely amazing. Everyone is getting one for Christmas, even if they don't have a pet. I don't care — it's THAT good." — DH
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors).
5. A stair-climbing trolley dolly you can just drag upstairs without having to sit in your lobby, praying an elevator will miraculously appear in front of you. Why is it that the places most likely to require a grocery cart are also the places that have five-floor walkups? Suburbanites will also get a lot of use out of this moving small furniture or big water jugs.
Promising review: "I was getting so tired of making several trips to my car to retrieve my groceries after each shopping trip. I saw this trolley on Amazon and decided to buy it. Best purchase ever. I now can bring all my groceries in with one trip to the ca r. I also love that its wheel design allows the trolley to climb my front steps, making it so easy for me. I have used it in the house to help me carry things upstairs, and the climbing feature makes it safe and easy." — m Robinson
Get it from Amazon for $107.99 (available in four styles).
6. A garlic rocker that's faster and easier to use than a traditional garlic press. It's also waayy easier to clean — best not dwell on the trauma of trying to fit a sponge into one of those things. 😬
I cook with a shocking amount of garlic and I always hated dealing with my old garlic press. This one-piece solution is SO much better than the old-school tool! You simply place your peeled garlic under and rock at an angle; it minces just the same. This also comes with a (TBH, very cute) scraper *and* a silicone sleeve that'll help you peel your cloves in an instant.
Promising review:"I like garlic very much, so I use this garlic press every day. It works very well, is easy to use, and is easy to clean. Compared with the garlic press I used before, this is more labor-saving and comfortable." — Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two colors).
7. A Mac keyboard shortcut sticker for people who need a moment to remember how to close an app. No longer must you search "Spotlight search" 10 times a week.
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Promising review: "Literally for any new or old Mac user, or even a user that's used to any type of device other than Apple! Super helpful for how to copy and paste and do other minor tasks! I mainly use the mouse pad on the laptop, so as my hands rub or grace over the sticker, it has never come off or ripped off at any point in time. It is perfectly still down to the computer part, and I've had this for over a year now!! 10/10 recommend!🩷" — Reyn
Get it from Amazon for $5.95 (available in seven styles).
8. A crossbody bag designed to keep your water bottle upright and in arm's reach while you're out exploring. And don't worry about having to bring another bag: There's also a front zippered pocket to hold all your nonhydrating stuff.
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This works best for Stanley Quenchers and other handled tumblers. There are holes for the handle, a carabiner clip, a straw topper, and a pouch that fits most phones.
Promising review: "Great when you're on vacation or outdoors and don't want to carry your Stanley around. Love the extra storage. The cellphone pocket is a bit snug; I had to take my iPhone case off in order to fit it inside." — Mandy
Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors).
9. A W&P reusable cling wrap for people horrified by the environmental impact of plastic wrap but also horrified by the smell of beeswax wrap. This freezer-, oven-, and dishwasher-safe silicone sheet stretches and clings just like the real thing, so you don't have to sacrifice convenience.
Keep in mind: These things are sticky! They cling together, which can make cleaning and storing a little difficult at first. One reviewer recommends laying them flat on a cutting board to scrub clean and storing them in wax paper.
Promising review: "I love these silicone stretch wraps! They're easy to use and clean, making it so much simpler to cover leftover food. I don't need to hunt for a separate container — just cover it with these wraps. I've also saved money since I no longer need to buy disposable plastic wrap, and my food stays covered just as effectively. Definitely recommend!" — Cristina
Get three wraps from Amazon for $14.99.
10. A pack of washing machine cleaning tablets designed to attack built-up detergent scum, dirt, and general grossness so your clothes can get as clean as possible. Throw in a tablet, run a normal wash cycle, and congratulate yourself on a chore well done.
Promising review: "I didn't think I would ever be so excited about such a thing as washing machine cleaning tablets. I also never realized how dirty my washing machine was. It now sparkles, doesn't smell musty, and has removed so much gunk from around the drum/gasket. You should get these." — AVDW
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.98 (also available in packs of three and five).
11. And a dishwasher cleaner and disinfectant to help make the thing that cleans your dishes...also clean. Its citrusy formula helps remove limescale, rust, grease, and other nasty buildup so your machine can run more efficiently, and you don't have to pick up the slack.
Read our review of Affresh cleaning tablets!
Promising reviews:"I'm so glad I discovered this cleanser. The plumbing backed up…the smell lingered after several cycles with bleach, baking soda, vinegar, and dishwasher detergent. I almost gave in to purchasing a new dishwasher before discovering Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner. It worked after the first use. I now use it monthly." — lejay
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.98.
12. A game-changing veggie chopper that will make quick work of your prep. Just add your veggies, slam down the lid, enjoy freshly chopped produce, and then throw the device in the dishwasher when you're done. Now you'll be crying tears of joy instead of tears from onion cutting.
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Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action.
Promising review:"This is one of my absolute favorite kitchen tools! This is right up there with my stand mixer. I save hours a week using this for dinner prep. I HATE cutting up veggies for dinner, and this makes it fast and fun! I can't believe I didn't buy one years ago. This is worth every penny. Easy to use, and I can just throw it in my dishwasher for clean up. I'm obsessed. I will be buying these as gifts. This is an absolute must-have for everyone." — Reviewer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in four sizes, three colors, and in additional styles).
13. The Pink Stuff, an all-purpose paste that you can use to clean basically any surface — it works on everything from marble and wood to rubber boots and car steering wheels. Wasting time scrubbing will be a thing of the past. And the future? Sparkly clean items as far as the eye can see.
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Promising review:"Oh my gosh — this stuff is a life changer! Used it to get my fiberglass shower totally clean. Nothing else would get it done, and this stuff brought my shower back to near new in one use. We've since cleaned a weird, chalky film off our garage door, removed wall markings, and cleaned my storm door. We'll never be without a jar (or three) of this stuff. Worth every penny." — Nancy F.
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
14. A personal air fryer from our Tasty collection so you can feel like a professional chef, even when you're just dumping frozen dumplings into the basket. Did you know you can make chicken parm and s'mores with this thing? Mac n' cheese? Heck, a whole Cornish hen. It would actually be faster to list what you couldn't make in one of these.
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And speed up cleaning with some liners!
Promising review: "This air fryer is fantastic! It's compact, making it ideal for those living in small apartments who want to prepare items like corn dogs, tater tots, fries, or simply reheat leftovers. Be sure to read the instructions before using it; once you do, you'll find it very easy to operate. At first, cleaning may seem a bit tricky, but once you get the hang of it, it's really simple!" — Melinda
Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in two colors).
15. An elaborate jewelry organizer with rotating branches so you can flip through your extensive necklace collection like a beautiful book. The glammed-out tree sticks to the wall with included Command strips and comes with 120 holes for at least a good chunk of your earring collection.
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All Hung Up is a small business! If you have a lot of heavy jewelry, reviewers note you might need stronger Command strips.
Promising review: "The small business owner who came up with this is an absolute genius! I am disabled and in a hospital bed. I have limited space for jewelry boxes and the like, but I wanted to get some cute, inexpensive earrings and bracelets. I found them on Amazon, of course, and then stumbled upon this gem. Easy enough for even me to install from my bed, on the wall to my left, which is flush to my bed! I cannot recommend this enough!" — Dara
Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in three sizes).
16. A grape and tomato zip slicer to put an end to the agonizing task of slicing tiny fruit. Enough is enough! This dishwasher-safe device will give you perfectly halved bites with just a swipe of the wrist.
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Promising review: "Saw this on TikTok. Had to try it. LOVE IT. So fast and easy. Washes easily, and we just lay it out to dry. But we have also put it in the dishwasher too. Saves us so much time, and no more almost slicing fingers cutting tiny tomatoes. Wish I'd had this when the kids were tiny, and I needed to cut their grapes. Would've saved me time." – Mermaid
Get it from Amazon for $19.01.
17. A sleek handheld steamer for turning wrinkly balls of fabric back into the pristine garments they were before you left them in the bottom of your closet. It heats up in just 20 seconds (!!!), so you can freshen up outfits right before you step out the door. And you really can't beat the price for how effective it is.
Promising review: "This handheld steamer is amazing! I have never had a good experience with steamers before because they would either leak or take too long to steam. With this particular one, I am able to steam my clothes super fast; it's very convenient if I'm in a time crunch. I really appreciate how it heats up so fast, and it takes very little time to steam my clothes because it works so well. I like how small it is, so I'm able to take it anywhere. I encourage anyone who's looking for a good steamer to give this one a try!" — Brenda
Get it from Amazon for $28.96.
18. Lil' basket magnets perfectly sized for tea bags, so the second you start craving some Celestial Seasonings Sleepytime tea, you can brew it and hit pillow in record time.
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Promising review: "I needed a good solution for my teabag storage due to limited space. I have a lot of tea and bought two sets. They're all full, but the magnets are strong and hold very well. I also use them for clips, which are easily accessible when I need a clip for a package." — Valerie
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two colors).
19. A vacuum LED light you can use to smart-ify any vacuum (I see you, vintage bag vacuum fans) so you can see every hair, crumb, and speck of dust left on what you THOUGHT was a perfectly clean floor. This answers the age-old question: Am I actually doing anything right now?
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This easily adheres to the left side of your vacuum with the provided adhesive. Just be sure to check that the side is flat and if it is this should work for you!
Promising review: "I love being able to see all the dog hair on the floor. Makes vacuuming so satisfying." — Andrea H.
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two styles: battery-operated and rechargeable).
20. A dishwasher-safe batter scooper with a sliding plunger ensuring that the batter actually gets where it needs to go and every baked good is uniform. Goodbye, splatter! No one will miss you.
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Promising reviews: "Saw a video of this product on TikTok and knew I had to get it for our kitchen! Makes it a breeze to fill muffin liners!!" — Amazon Customer
"I can't say enough good things about this little tool! It changed my cupcake game forever! No mess and uniform-sized cupcakes every time." — Jillip
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in pink and blue).
21. A pack of disposable shower hair catchers for people who often forget to clean the drain after a shower and too squeamish to maintain a device like the TubShroom. You can just close your eyes and throw these away when they're too hair-infested.
Promising review:"For anyone with long hair, drainage clogging in the shower is a pain. So THANKS to whoever thought of such a simple but clever solution. They stick perfectly and the glue lasts like three weeks. It literally does not let a hair pass, and it's just so easy to place and remove. I wish I had known about this product before! A must-buy." — MER
Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a 50-pack and 100-pack).
22. A box of Color Catcher sheets to prevent the dreaded "all my clothes are now pink from this one stray red sock" debacle. These handy sheets are designed to grab any dye that leaks or bleeds so you can keep enjoying your white tees even if you're not sorting clothes into lights and darks.
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Promising review:"These Color Catcher sheets really protect colors from bleeding. It makes all clothes/laundry brighter and looking like new — not that old washed color after just one wash without these sheets. I give this product 5+ stars. Highly recommend. A few pennies spent additionally on your laundry makes one look like wearing new clothes all the time." — Nikita
Get 72 sheets from Amazon for $10.95 (also available in multipacks).
23. A non-aerosol dry shampoo with a little pouf you can pat on your scalp to release a grease-absorbing powder with root-boosting black ginseng and biotin. Its small size makes it perfect for hair refreshes on the go.
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This is a popular choice — it has over 3,000 positive reviews!
Promising review: "I have been an avid user of dry shampoo for over a decade…I have very fine hair that gets oily the day after I wash it, so it has just been a part of my daily routine. After trying this product last fall, I have sworn off all other dry shampoos. I love that it's not an aerosol container, I love that it isn't heavily scented, and I love that I use it once and I can go three or four days without washing my hair again. Try this product, you will not regret it." — Erica McGregor
Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in eight colors and multipacks).
24. A bendy silicone " Broombi," designed as an all-surface broom, squeegee, and pet hair remover, making it your go-to tool for all floor messes. Hair, crumbs, and even liquid spills are no match for this effective tool.
Broombi is a small business that specializes in household cleaning and pet hair-removing products.
Promising review:"Absolutely love this broom! It does everything it states and shows. Excellent on carpets and spilled messes on the floor. Love how I get more dust and dirt off the floors. Also love that it can be made longer with just a quick twist. Durable and stable, and the appearance is much better than a tattered brush at the bottom of most brooms! Getting into the corners is so much easier, too. Excellent broom!" — Sandra Moyer
Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in two colors).
25. A stroller caddy with two cup holders, a variety of pockets, and a detachable wristlet so you can go to the park feeling extra prepared. Your kid's hungry? Goldfish are in the side pocket. Thirsty? They have OJ *and* milk. Kid fell off the slide? Bandages are right in arm's reach.
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Some reviewers use this to hang dog treats and poop bags on their pet strollers.
Promising review: "We recently got a new double stroller and I really like it, besides the fact that it doesn't have cup holders. I found this, and it fits perfectly! It fits my Stanley, coffee, keys, and phone; nothing spills when we walk, and it's secure! I've tried different cup holders, but they usually fall off or break, so this has been really nice!" — mallori schwab
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in nine colors).
26. Medicube Deep Vitamin C Golden Capsule Face Moisturizer made up of tiny liposome capsules so you can get the exact portion of formula on your face every time. Pop these lil' dudes to brighten and smooth your complexion with the help of vitamin C and niacinamide.
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Promising review: "This moisturizer is one of the nicest feeling moisturizers ever. The appearance of the vitamin C capsules inside the gel goop on TikTok enticed me to purchase it for myself. This moisturizer has a gel-like consistency and comes with a scooper, making it very easy to apply. You get a decent-sized jar of moisturizer for the price, and the moisturizer is pretty thick. Although it is sticky, I would say it absorbs into your skin pretty quickly. It may leave a slight sticky residue behind, but I think overall it is amazing for all skin types. After using this in the a.m. before sunscreen, I noticed my skin really glow and feel smooth! I had gifted a jar to my 60-year-old mother and she had told me how her skin felt like a baby's bum the next morning!" — tracey + kiwi
Get it from Amazon for $19.90.
27. A space-saving yogurt organizer utilizing vertical space so you can have more room for...more yogurt! Pro tip: Mount this sideways so you can see the expiration dates at a glance.
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It holds 3.75-inch Greek yogurt tops, like Fage and Chobani. Check out a TikTok of the yogurt storage rack in action.
Storage Theory is a small business that specializes in home and office organizational products.
Promising review: "Works great, wish I would have gotten more!! So very handy to have and see how many yogurts we have. Comes with two super-strong 3M adhesive stripes. Highly recommend product!!" — Amanda Adams
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in packs of one or two).
28. A solid wood countertop that fits over your washer and dryer in case you're really hurting for space in your cramped laundry room. The water-resistant surface will give you space for your various laundry accouterments, plus room to fold.
Promising reviews: "This shelf is really well-made and looks great. I like that they included a hex bit for a drill and an Allen wrench to tighten things up by hand — a thoughtful touch. Plus, they used hex screws instead of cheap Phillips ones, which makes it way easier to put together and feels more solid overall." — wildelmo
"This is the best purchase yet! I no longer lose my socks behind the washer or dryer! Keeps laundry room looking clean and neat! Easy to put together and just perfect." — deanna defrancis
Get it from Amazon for $109.99 (available in five colors).
29. A MomCozy sound and light machine complete with 34 soothing sounds, seven lights (including a fun rainbow), and an app-controlled remote that'll let you soothe your baby from afar in the hope that you get at least one (1) full hour of sleep. Reviewers say troubled sleepers rest easy when they have such a cute night-light by their side.
Promising review:"My daughter was having a really hard time falling asleep. She was afraid of the dark, but now she wakes up saying she has dreams about rainbows and fairies. LOVE that it is an all-in-one sound machine. My daughter loves rocking out to music in her room now. The app makes it easy to control. You aren't able to do it manually — only through the app." — Chiara F.
Get it from Amazon for $67.99.
30. A butter spreader that utilizes push-up pop technology to deliver an ideal breakfast experience. You can even microwave it so the butter gets extra gooey and spreadable. Picture this: toast, pancakes, and English muffins with a perfectly even layer of butter — no dry patches anywhere.
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Fun fact: West and East Coast butters are different shapes! If you're on the East Coast, your butter sticks are a little thinner, so use the included adapter. Avant Grub is a small business that sells kitchen products.
Promising review: "One of the best products I've ever bought. You slip the butter in, and as you need it, you push a little out. I like to butter my pans when I make pancakes and other breakfast things, and now I don't have to hold a stick of butter. I put it in this holder, and it works perfectly. I absolutely love it." — Lynn compton
Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (also available in a pair).
31. FryAway Waste Cooking Oil Solidifier Powder because you absolutely, 100% cannot just pour it down the drain. Sprinkle the powder in the oil while it's hot, let it cool, then scoop it right into the trash.
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FryAway is a woman-owned and Latine-owned small business started by Laura Lady, who loves both cooking and being kind to the planet. They donate 1% of revenue to nonprofits focused on water conservation.
Promising review:"I used to HATE cooking with oil because I never knew what to do with it when I was finished. Not anymore! This stuff works amazingly well, is easy to use, and allows me to trash oil without a big mess! It just takes a little scoop and a short amount of time for it to set into a gel, and then it all scoops out of the pan so easily! I'm just sad I didn't find this product sooner!" — TheBjamin
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two styles).
32. A contact storage case that uses ultrasonic waves to gently shake dirt and debris off your lenses. Just throw them in, press the button, and let them vibrate for three to five minutes. I bet this feels sooo good if you're a contact lens.
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The gadget comes with a USB charger, remover stick, tweezers, and three cases. This device helps remove physical debris; remember to always use fresh contact solution when disinfecting. Learn more about proper lens care at the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Promising review: " I use this every day! It's so convenient to have a whole kit in such a compact case. It beats having to carry a whole bottle of solution around. Even the smaller ones are pretty big. The mini bottle in this case has just enough to fill the wells and rinse the contacts. If you use it right, it's probably good for two uses. I've had it for a couple of months now with no issues. Having it in my purse is really convenient and I haven't had any trouble with leaking. It's pretty durable; I drop things a lot, so it's passed the test so far. I haven't really used the suction cup, and I only used the tweezers a couple of times to fish them out when I don't have access to a sink to dump." — Amy R.
Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in 14 styles).
33. A beloved Click & Carry grocery bag carrier made with special padding to help you comfortably lift up to 50 pounds worth of bags on each shoulder, so now you really can do it all in one trip.
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Click & Carry is a small business that specializes in easy-carry accessories.
Promising review: "TikTok made me buy it. This is great when you have a few bags and a box — for example, if you balance the bags, you can throw it over your shoulder and walk inside and have two free hands to carry the box, which is great. Product seems well built, and is comfortable on your shoulder or hand because of the padding." — Hung
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in seven colors).
34. A three-blade blinds cleaner with five removable microfiber sleeves so you can clean twice as fast. Now you can stop dusting and go back to snooping on your neighbors.
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It's curved to contour to and better clean traditional Venetian blinds, so these might not be a great fit for straight or oversized blinds.
Promising review:"LOVE these for dusting my blinds. Easy to switch out and clean. Definitely captures the dust. Highly recommend." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
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A Wet & Forget, a shower spray that'll eliminate the need to scrub — say what?! It helps rid your shower of soap scum, calcium buildup, and hardware stains, no matter how long they've been there. Just spray it, wait 12 hours, and rinse — reviewers say you'll see excellent results! Retainer Brite tablets you can dissolve in warm water to rid your nightguards, retainers, and mouthguards of discoloration, mild odors, and built-up plaque. If you don't remember your nightguard not being cloudy, then these tablets will help it get back to normal. A rotating handle snake cleaner tool if you're always shedding lots of hair as you now your drain is all backed up. The pointed tips are covered in "micro-hooks" so they can firmly grasp the log of hair that's causing you to stand in a foot of water as you wash your hair. Now, you won't have to hire a $$$ plumber to get the job done! A vegan ingrown hair oil when little red bumps pop up after shaving your sensitive areas in the shower. The jojoba, tea tree, and grapeseed oils can help prevent ingrown hairs, calm redness, and keep your skin smooth. An exfoliating scrub mitt that'll leave you shocked with how much dead skin comes off your body. Not only will you feel squeaky clean stepping out of the shower, but your skin will feel so soft and smooth, too. Reviewers say this also helps prevent ingrown hairs and reduces keratosis pilaris. Or, a bottle of CeraVe's salicylic acid body wash if you have sensitive skin 'cause physical exfoliants can sometimes be a tad too harsh. This is packed with salicylic acid, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to exfoliate, help calm skin, and retain your skin's moisture. It'll feel nice and smooth *and* it doesn't disrupt your protective skin barrier. Plus, reviewers still say it helped with keratosis pilaris but also body acne. Affresh dishwasher cleaning tablets because they clean what you can't reach easily (or at all), like your machine's tub, racks, pump and valve, and drain. If you've got funky odors coming out of your dishwasher, it's time to toss one of these in, run a cycle, and get that yucky smell to go away. A lightly tinted nail concealer designed to help the appearance of dull and discolored nails so you can leave that expensive manicure habit behind — and still have radiant-looking nails! This polish is sheer, buildable, and comes in five different neutral shades. A dishwasher magnet you can slide to show whether the dishes are clean or dirty, 'cause the fork you thought was spotless actually has specks of last weekend's dinner on it... ew. Just attach this magnet to your dishwasher so someone doesn't accidentally fill your cabinets with "clean" dishes (that are most definitely NOT). A reviewer-beloved beeswax wood polish and conditioner if your wooden floors, cabinets, and furniture need a little (orrrr a lot of) TLC. The beeswax and orange oil will not only condition and protect your wooden surfaces, but also get the color back to normal quickly! A mold and mildew stain remover to whiten the dirty caulk and grout in your sink, shower, and tile floors that's... well... seen better days. All you do is apply it, wait 6–8 hours, and (with *no* scrubbing required) you'll see a VERY visible difference. One reviewer who got it after reading one of our articles said, "It's unbelievable!" A pack of waterproof Compound W One Step Pads that apply just like bandages and stay on for up to 48 hours to help remove plantar warts. Keep reapplying the pads (that are infused with salicylic acid) until the stubborn growth is dried out and gone! A Bissell Little Green upholstery cleaner capable of renewing your carpets, couches, fabric car seats, and MORE. This popular, portable, and convenient machine is beloved by reviewers 'cause it's powerful and great at removing stains caused by you, your pet, or your child. I Dew Care's "Tap Secret" Mattifying Powder Shampoo that'll make oily, flat hair more voluminous without any hint of greasiness. It's compact, easy to apply, and safe to carry onboard a flight since it's not in an aerosol can (unlike other dry shampoos). Just dab the cushiony end on your roots, shake out the product, and style — then you're done! An O-Cedar mop and bucket set, which makes mopping a lot easier thanks to its hand-free wringing system *and* triangle mop head that cleans corners (and rotates 360 degrees). This will have your floors all nice and shiny in no time. But don't just take my word for it; one *professional* cleaner said this mop is their absolute go-to! A FURemover rubber broom that'll pick up your pet's hair like a "magnet" that's on your carpet, tile, and wood floors. It's much faster and more efficient than standard brooms because trust me when I say the hair is *deeply* buried. It's just hiding! A hands-free Bluetooth remote so you don't have to lift a finger when controlling your TikTok, Netflix, Kindle, or Spotify playlist. It can easily slip onto your finger, so you won't lose it *and* (most importantly) you won't have to get out of your super comfy spot to hit pause on your show. A set of double-sided shower curtain rings if you've just ignored the orange line and dark edges around your shower liner 'cause disassembling your rod is a pain and A HALF — understandable. With this, you'll be able to clean and reattach your curtain or liner easily, so accomplishing this dreaded chore has never been easier. A set of bedsheet holders because nothing is more annoying than always waking up to a fitted bedsheet corner that won't stay tucked — especially if it's the corner pressed up against a wall!! Now when you go through all the work to change your sheets, they can stay in *perfect* condition! A pack of ceiling fan carbon filters that can help catch the dust, pollen, pet dander, and smoke lingering in your rooms by simply turning on your fan. Reviewers love these because they're unnoticeable (they sit on top of your fan blades) and help their home smell better, especially in pet households. A durable plastic clear toy blocker because despite your ~pawfect~ throw, toys always end up underneath furniture and other dusty, crumb-ridden areas when playing with your pet. You can install these to avoid that frustration and cut them to fit any space perfectly — plus, they can be removed without leaving behind any residue, washed, and stuck back in place without losing their stickiness or causing damage. A callus-removal gel that'll "melt off" tough, dead calluses to reveal softer, more supple skin, especially if you're a little extra hard on your feet or have ill-fitting shoes. Reviewers say they prefer the results from this *over* treatments they get at salons! A milk frother so you can make your hot or iced latte so thick and frothy you'll feel like you're sipping on an overpriced one from a trendy coffee shop. This is not only cheaper than the Nespresso Aeroccino, but it's smaller and easier to clean up, too. A WD-40 pen designed to stop squeaks, prevent rust, and lubricate hinges with precision. It's the original formula but in pen form, so it can go wherever you go! Skala's Mais Cacho Hair 2-in-1 Conditioning Treatment for bouncier and shinier curls that actually last a long time. Reviewers say their hair felt softer, more defined, and frizz-free without that horrible greasy feeling. Bonus: You can leave it in all day long to help repair and hydrate your hair! Sol De Janeiro's Cheirosa '76 body and hair mist if you've already bought into the Cheirosa '62 hype (aka the delicious scent of their famous Bum Bum cream), but now you wanna try out one of their other heavenly fragrances. This one has top notes of blackcurrant, midnight jasmine, and freesia, which reviewers say smells like flowers — one person even said it smells like Tom Ford's Velvet Orchid perfume... 👀 The Owala Freesip, aka the water bottle to end all others, thanks to its built-in straw, wide-mouth spout for tip-back drinking, and genius lid you can lock to keep out grossness *and* prevent spills. This may just replace the monster jug with a handle (*cough* STANLEY *cough*). And a super cute Owala "SmoothSip" travel tumbler designed to be completely leakproof and offer a ~smooth~ drinking experience 'cause we've all had coffee end up all over us from standard tumblers... and that's just a day ruiner, especially on Monday at 8 a.m. Now your hot *or* iced coffee, matcha, and herbal tea game can go up a notch. A set of Snug Plugs if your computer charger slips out every time you plug it into an outlet. Pop this right in the outlet for a tighter fit and watch your charging woes poof out of thin air.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
I Swear By This Product For My Bathroom And Hallways — And It's Not Just For Kids
Few things ruin a night of sleep faster than waking up to pee in the middle of the night and turning on the blinding overhead light in your bathroom, jolting you awake and making it nearly impossible to fall back asleep once you're done. The same can be said for having to turn on the hallway light so you don't fall down the stairs in the dark when all you want is a midnight snack. Frankly, I had always assumed nightlights were for children who struggled with a fear of the dark. But when a previous roommate wordlessly put a nightlight in our apartment's shared bathroom, I quickly realized how subtly revolutionary these practical little gadgets are. I absolutely loved never having to turn on the overhead light late at night, so I could actually fall back asleep after a bathroom trip. I now swear by my GE rotational LED nightlights for my bathroom, kitchen and dark staircases, so much so that once I moved into a new place, I, too, wordlessly bought and plugged in nightlights of my own. I'm now on a self-proclaimed mission to convert everyone I know, because I'm truly convinced that they're a life hack. These nightlights come in a welcome two-pack (since once you realize how useful these are, one won't be enough anyway) and are light-sensing, so they stay off during the daytime and light up at dusk when a room grows dark. This style gives off 40 lumens of soft illumination so you can easily see and get around without hurting your eyes. I love how they rotate a full 360-degrees so you can direct their light directly to where you want it (I like to concentrate the light above my sink), plus they're sleek enough that you'll have room to utilize the outlets above or beneath them. These little home upgrades are so practical and affordable, I'm convinced they'd make great small gifts, too. While my rotating nightlights are my ride-or-dies, I've also compiled a few other great nightlight styles, including one with an extra-bright light and a dimmable, motion-sensing version. Read on for more standout options. Amazon These light-sensing plug-in nightlights are a bestseller on Amazon and give off warm white light to help illuminate bathrooms, nurseries, hallways, kitchens and more. They're also available in styles that give off cool white light or that cycle through the colors of the rainbow, a cool feature that's sure to be a hit among kids. $11.34 at Amazon $11.86 at Walmart Amazon This nightlight is dimmable, so you can adjust it from 0 lumens all the way up to 100 lumens. It's also light-sensing, so it'll turn off during the day and on during dusk. $11.44 at Amazon $11.44 at Walmart Amazon Life editor Kristen Aiken spotted these minimal amber-colored LED light on Eva Chen's Instagram and grabbed them up for a family member who just moved into a new home. The light-sensitive device will automatically illuminate when it senses darkness and has an ultra-slim profile. $11.97 at Amazon Amazon This motion-sensing option handily turns on its soft white light when it detects motion in the dark, and turns off again after 60 seconds of inactivity (you can also opt to turn this function off, keeping the nightlight either always on or always off). You can adjust its light from a softer 30 lumens to a bright 60 lumens. Its motion-sensing function makes it a great choice for dark areas like garages or even closets, plus helps cut down on your electricity bill. It's also available in a number of colorful lighting options (including blue, purple, green and more) as well as in a daylight white color. $12.99+ at Amazon This Affordable Grout Cleaner Has Jaw-Dropping Results This Surprisingly Chic $7 Pill Case Is The Most Important Item In My Bag Under-$30 Upgrades Your Bathroom Is Probably Missing
New York Times
3 days ago
- New York Times
The Book Nearly Died With Him in the Amazon. But the Story Endured.
In 2018, the British journalist Dom Phillips joined a 17-day expedition into the Javari Valley, a vast, nearly inaccessible Indigenous land on the western edge of the Brazilian Amazon, tracking signs of an isolated group increasingly threatened by illegal activity. It was a grueling journey: 650 miles by boat and foot, crossing treacherous log bridges, dodging snakes and pushing through suffocating forest. The river, when it reappeared, offered both relief and what Phillips later called moments of 'exquisite loveliness.' He was struck by the Indigenous guides' command of the 'forest's secrets,' but even more so by Bruno Pereira, the expedition leader and a seasoned official at Funai, Brazil's Indigenous protection agency. Phillips saw him as a public servant deeply committed to protecting Indigenous peoples (though he was not himself Indigenous), and able to navigate the Javari with unmatched ease. When he returned to the region to work on a book, he set out to document how an Indigenous patrol was protecting the largely ungoverned territory — an effort then led by Pereira. The two men ran afoul of an illegal fishing gang and were killed in June 2022. But the story did not die with them. Journalist friends and family have brought Dom Phillips's work to life with the release of 'How to Save the Amazon: A Journalist's Fatal Quest for Answers.' Over three years, they completed the half-finished manuscript thanks to crowdfunding, grants and, finally, a willing publisher. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
