35 Products You'll Wish You Had Years Ago

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24-05-2025

A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo that has helped reviewers with the fullness of their hair with consistent use. It's infused with rosemary and zinc to help nourish your mane from root to tip, and it leaves your hair smelling ah-mazing!
A best-selling ChomChom roller designed to pick up pet hair in a quick roll and swipe. It'll magically pick up every last strand of hair on your couch, favorite blanket, and outfit of the day without any sticky sheets (lint rollers could never). And when you're done, just empty it right into the trash and it's ready to be used again!
A maximum strength wart-removing gel to help dry out and remove these growths thanks to its salicylic acid-based formula. It even comes with waterproof patches so you can conceal your wart and prevent it from spreading.
A tube of nongreasy Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream that'll help tighten skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles — *and* not strip your skin of moisture thanks to the hyaluronic acid. Reviewers are "impressed" with how this works because it's lightweight, absorbs instantly, and delivers solid results.
Vacuum storage bags so you can majorly increase the storage space in your travel bag or closet — by 80% to be ~exact~. If your coats, sweaters, or endless clothing options need to somehow magically fit, these will help you!
A jar of the beloved Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Cream that delivers IMPRESSIVE results for people wanting to smooth and tighten skin — and that's all thanks to its caffeine-rich guarana extract formula. The notes of salted caramel, vanilla, and pistachio will have you in self-care heaven with how good it smells, too.
A tub of The Pink Stuff so you can make the messiest of messes clean again. Its fast-acting formula can turn almost any stain into a thing of the past (even if it's been around for eons). It works to remove crayon, grime, permanent marker, or rust from your walls, jewelry, silverware, wood, and more — it's truly so versatile!
A gentle suede and nubuck brush to make your crusty-looking shoes look nearly brand new by buffing out scuffs and brushing away built-up dirt — 'cause I know you want your favorite sandals to look *fresh* for the summer. It's got four sides: metal bristles for deep grime, two welt brushes to clean tight corners, and a wide rubber face for larger stains. And for under $10, it might just save you from dropping serious cash on a brand-new pair.
And a tennis shoe cleaner concentrate reviewers say works fast to make your sneakers spotless and squeaky clean. This works on leather, suede, canvas, and MORE, so you can restore the endless collection of comfy shoes you can't part ways with.
A long-lasting pomade hair wax stick with a mess-free applicator so you can easily slick back stray hairs or smooth edges — without having sticky hands! One reviewer even says it's "better than gel." 👀
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!"
Skin1004's zombie face masks with albumin (egg white extract) to lift and aloe vera extract that'll deliver deep hydration to your skin. Once the mask dries, it'll look rough and cracked (hence the "zombie" in the name), but once you wash it off 10 minutes later, your skin will look glowy and feel tighter.
A Colorx toilet wand with disposable cleaning heads that only need water to start cleaning and transform your loo from yucky to sparkly — one reviewer said it took as little as "25 seconds." It's much more sanitary than your standard toilet brush thanks to its disposable cleaning heads, meaning you'll have a perfectly clean brush every time you attach a new scrubbing pad.
A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel to "melt off" tough, dead calluses to reveal softer, more supple skin, especially if you were a little extra hard on your feet or wore overly tight shoes. Reviewers say they prefer the results from this *over* treatments they get at salons!
And a foot file if there's some lingering dead skin on your feet — and you want it gone ASAP. Just rub this back and forth and watch that dead skin fall right off.
A root touchup powder for grown-out roots, grey hairs, or any spots you want to appear fuller — just tap the spongey end on your head to apply wherever you want! It's the perfect temporary fix in between salon appointments because OF COURSE your favorite hair stylist is booked out for the foreseeable future...
A slicker brush to clean, dentangle, and fluff up blankets and carpets that look a little... gnarly. It's designed to make sheepskin, wool, cashmere, merino, and faux fur look brand new again.
A hydrating Cosrx snail mucin repairing essence — its star ingredient, snail mucin, might sound like it belongs in a witch's cauldron, but it actually can help hydrate skin, heal acne, and smooth the appearance of fine lines on all skin types. People with sensitive skin loved that the formula was gentle on their skin *and* several reviewers noted they got "fast results."
A veggie chopper, slicer, and spiralizer for a quick slice and (of course) chop during your time-consuming meal prep. No need to tremble in fear when your recipe calls for a diced onion because *this* can do it in seconds (without you crying). And the built-in storage container will hold everything until it's time to add your veggies to a dish.
A retinol body lotion to help skin appear tighter and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and sun damage. And reviewers say that using it consistently helped the appearance of the textured skin on their upper arms and legs.
A Kitsch satin heatless curling set so you can wake up to gorgeous curls without the damage that can come from using hot styling tools. Plus, doing your hair won't take as long — which is a must when you wake up and don't feel like getting out of bed.
A wine-stain-removing spray because we've all been there — one sip of Pinot turns into a little too much fun, and next thing you know, red wine is everywhere. No worries! This stain remover has your back. Just spray it on, blot, rinse, and watch the stain disappear. Now, you can keep the good vibes going without stressing over spills.
A hydrating lip-plumping gloss set with a ginger plumper to give the appearance of fuller lips during the day and a mint moisturizing mask for nighttime use. Reviewers say the plumper "delivers on its promise" and gives a spicy-tingling sensation but isn't overwhelming.
A polar bear-shaped hydrating balm that can help dark circles *and* eye puffiness all in one swipe. This balm infused with Icelandic glacial water and niacinamide is the perfect way to look and feel a little more refreshed — even if you got, like, zero sleep!
Plus, Catrice's "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, a color corrector that neutralizes the bluish eye bags that scream, "I only slept for four hours last night — reviewers say a little goes a long way! It's packed with hyaluronic acid and shea butter to help your skin look nourished and radiant.
A boot and shoe stretch spray if your new kicks are too tight and possibly causing those dreaded blisters. Spray this potion over the tight parts of your shoes, put on thick socks, slip on your shoes, and walk until dry — your feet will feel *so* much more comfortable!
Truremedy Naturals Remedy Tea Tree Oil body wash to help calm and soothe skin irritations like athlete's foot, itchy rashes, or good ole dry skin. The blend of jojoba, coconut, and olive oil helps moisturize, refresh, and deodorize your entire body.
Oh Yuk jetted tub cleaner because what's worse than turning on your relaxing jets and quickly finding black specks all over your suds? If you want to avoid that (and enjoy your bath time), this works in just 15 minutes to keep your "me time" on track!
A Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap that helped one reviewer make their dark spot of 20 years *poof* into existence. It's formulated with powerhouse ingredients like retinol, vitamin C, and turmeric to help hyperpigmentation disappear. And if you're worried it'll leave your skin feeling dry or stripped, it *also* has shea butter, olive oil, and hyaluronic acid to help combat that.
A minty teeth-whitening pen to painlessly lighten your teeth *and* save some bucks since it's cheaper than a professional treatment (and just less of a hassle). This handy pen can lighten years' worth of coffee, tea, and wine stains in just a few uses!
Essence's Lash Princess mascara that'll instantly lengthen and volumize your lashes with its cone-shaped fiber brush (without annoying clumps or globs), so you'll feel like a falsies expert without overworking yourself. It's also super affordable and sweat-proof — so this may be your new go-to!
A car vacuum cleaner because we like to think our ride will *stay* clean post-deep cleaning, but accidents happen! Reviewers with kids and dogs say this sucks up crumbs and hair with no issue at all. It plugs right into your 12V outlet and one reviewer said the super long cord was able to reach the back of their Ford Expedition!
A Denman Hair Brush with a genius design that gives you ultimate curl definition. The evenly spaced bristles detangle and shape your curls at the same time, making styling so much faster. Reviewers call it a must-have for anyone with curly hair!
A carpet cleaning solution designed to work with many machines and rentals so you can kiss deep-set stains goodbye. It'll eliminate any suspect odors and leave your home smelling like spring mint, fresh summer, or light lavender (depending on the scent you choose)!
An anti-dandruff shampoo to stop that pesky scalp itching — and the white flakes that lightly dust your shoulder when you scratch your noggin. The shampoo has 1% ketoconazole, which is clinically proven (!) to help with dandruff. Some reviewers saw results in as little as one use, so say goodbye to those white specks and hello to a non-flaky scalp!