28 Useful Purchases That Won't Even Have A Chance Of Sitting In A Dusty Corner Unused

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12-02-2025

1. A set of pastel "unbreakable" deep plates if your clumsy behavior has resulted in one too many shattered dishes. These minimalist beauties work for just about any meal you can dream up, are surprisingly lightweight, and are dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
Note that the dishes are microwave-safe for up to 3 minutes!!
Promising review: "These are microwaveable and light to carry. Love the colors. Wish they were available in one color only, but I can't complain. I primarily bought these for microwave purposes. But can be used for salads, hot soup, etc. Also, it's an in-between size, like a medium. Just right for me." — M. Zolnosky
Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as bowls!).
2. A beloved tub of pink cleaning paste for taking the guesswork out of figuring out what product is best for the job since this will perform small cleaning miracles on virtually any surface in your home without endless scrubbing. Try it out on those "forever" stains other solutions could never handle.
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Promising review:"Found this product on TikTok. I don't think I've ever seen value like I do with this product! Literally, use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea-sized amount of this makes them look brand new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What's more? You need so LITTLE of this product that it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok!!!" — Rachel in CLT
Get it from Amazon for $5.29.
3. A cruelty-free under-eye brightener to effortlessly conceal dark circles since you haven't gotten enough sleep in *checks watch* about a decade. The color-adapting formula is creamy and lightweight, so you don't have to worry about unwanted creasing and cakiness, either.
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The color adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. Check out a TikTok of the brightener in action.
Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." — Placeholder
Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades).
4. A set of Snug Plugs — an almost aggravatingly simple solution to all-to-common wobbly outlets, so you'll never again accidentally wake up to a nearly dead phone battery because your charger got knocked loose.
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Snug Plugs is a small business that specializes in home improvement products.
Promising review:"I saw Snug Plug on TikTok and immediately ordered them. I have outlets at home AND at work that I couldn't keep anything plugged into because they're so loose. Snug Plug quickly and easily solved that problem and now I can finally have a phone charger in my den. Yay! I highly recommend this product." — KSay
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $10.99 (available in clear and glow-in-the-dark).
5. A pack of reusable Swiffer mop pads that's a multitasking purchase you can use again and again for dry or wet cleaning. Sparkling floors and a permanently shorter shopping list? Yes, please!
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Turbo Microfiber is a small business that launched in 2018 on a mission to create top-quality cleaning accessories to help you get through your to-do list as sustainably and cost-effectively as possible.
Promising review:"I got both kinds, the ones with the wrap-around flaps for the regular green mop and I got the nonflap ones for the WetJet. They are made of a good quality material, well designed, fit perfectly, and are easy to put on and take off. They stick to the mop very securely; you don't have to worry about them coming off when cleaning, and when done, you just toss them in the washer. I am so happy I started using these. They are saving me loads of money on those wet and dry refill sheets and save the planet as well!" — Phoenix Hinton
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.44.
6. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit so you can stop being embarrassed about your subpar knife skills and drastically *cut* down on food prep and cleanup time with interchangeable blades that can be popped into the dishwasher. You've been around long enough to know you never want to chop an onion by hand again.
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Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in four colors and four other styles).
7. A dual-layered fine-bristled toothbrush if you're tired of being reprimanded by your dentist for subpar flossing. This brush's extra-fine bristles are ideal for clearing out tough-to-reach crevices and deep grooves while being extra gentle on sensitive gums and teeth.
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Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines.
Promising review:"I don't write reviews often but this toothbrush is so amazing I just had to. My teeth have never felt so smooth after brushing my teeth. Excellent at removing plaque and tartar and keeping it off throughout the day. If you're on the fence about purchasing, consider this the green light to go for it. You won't be disappointed." — Cari C.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.99.
8. A hydrating snail mucin repairing essence for soothing *all* skin types (reviewers love how gentle it is) with the potential to help heal acne scars, fade dark spots, and smooth fine lines...all for less than most Uber Eats deliveries!!
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Promising review:"My skin dries out severely during the winter, and I have to constantly use Vaseline to keep it moisturized (normal cream doesn't work on me). Imagine my surprise when my SO tried to put snail goo on me. Eww!! I resisted for weeks, refusing to use this product as she constantly vouched for its abilities. After a month, I finally gave in, and boy, it was amazing! My hands feel more moisturized than ever for longer, and it doesn't leave a disgusting, greasy feel like Vaseline. Take it from a once-nonbeliever: You have to try this. Even if it doesn't work for you, you paid a fraction of what you would've paid for any other name-brand moisturizers." — Kyoko Ozaki
Get it from Amazon for $18.95
9. A durable over-the-door shoe organizer to remind you that unused doors are a blank canvas for added storage, like this space-efficient rack that can hold up to 36 pairs of shoes. Let me repeat that — 36 pairs!! Consider that perma pile of shoes by the door a goner.
Promising review:"My teen loves shoes, especially high tops, but her collection was out of control. We hung these in her closet and were able to fit heels, high tops, cleats, and everything in between. I especially love that they don't bang on the door when you open/close it. Plus, they were quick and easy to assemble!" — Ashton
Get it from Amazon for $31.99 (available in white and gunmetal).
10. A patented ChomChom pet hair remover because Fido's shedding is taking over your home and you're sick of dragging out the vacuum every three seconds. This uses bristles, not sticky tape, to catch lint meaning you can clean and reuse it over and over and over again.
Promising review:" TikTok made me buy this, and it is money well spent!! I'm convinced my beagle sheds a full coat of hair and regrows it daily! I use this on my bed every single day, and it blows my mind how well it works. Before this, I was going through four to five disposable sticky rollers a month and spending three times longer to remove dog hair. I am buying these for everyone in my family as Christmas gifts this year! ❤️" — tiff4short
Check out our ChomChom pet hair remover review for more deets!
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
11. A genius WD-40 pen that packs all the squeak-quieting, lubricating powers of the tried-and-true formula into a precision-tip pen that's much easier to use and even easier to keep on hand for quick fixes, so you don't let that squeaky door live on for far too long.
Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." — BBP623
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
12. A cute and compact portable pill container with seven compartments so you don't have to dig through every bottle in your medicine cabinet just to stay on track with all your daily medications and supplements.
Promising review: "This is the best pill container I have found. It holds a month's worth of pills in each compartment and is compact and easy to store and travel with. It is very sturdy and I don't have to worry about the cap opening accidentally. The enclosed labels are a bonus, and the see-through exterior makes it easy to see how many pills are left. I keep it on my nightstand, and it doesn't take a lot of space." — TA
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in three colors).
13. A pair of charcoal shoe deodorizers if you're tired of sweat stank ruining your favorite shoes. These little packets use bamboo charcoal to absorb odors and moisture for 100% chemical-free freshness.
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You can reuse them for up to two years! Set them out in the sun for an hour to re-activate the charcoal.
Promising review:"I have a pair of black leather flats that stank so badly my husband would yell at me if I took them off anywhere near him. But I love the shoes!!! So, I had to find something to make the stench go away without leaving me with an allergic reaction. This was the answer. I honestly couldn't believe it. A few days after placing them in my prised-off shoes, I took a whiff from about a foot away. Nothing. I got closer. Nothing. I stuck my nose practically in the shoe. OK, maybe that's pushing things, but I've got to tell you that 95% of the broken-in leather grossness was gone. So happy!!!" — Erin
Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.95.
14. A pack of duster sponges designed with curved ridges for actually picking up dirt, dust, and hair on the first swipe instead of just moving it around. When you're done, give it a rinse, let it dry, and it'll be ready for another round.
These resemble the Scrub Daddy Damp Duster, which is usually sold out!
Promising review: "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic they are perfect and dust free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything, and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" — DayDreamer
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in six color packs).
15. A nongreasy hair wax stick to tame flyaways and smooth edges without weighing down your entire look with globs of gel. Feel free to apply the stick directly to your hair for mess-free application and all-day staying power.
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Just a note that you don't have to lay your edges, but this is great if you do!
Promising review:" Perfect for humid weather. I have relatively fine hair, and my hair looks HORRIBLE every time we travel somewhere topical. I came across this wax one day, and I am in love. I've been able to do cute hairstyles and have them stay in place all day." — arlerh n.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
16. A portable vacuum including several attachments because 'tis the season for grimy car interiors. This vacuum conveniently plugs into the car's aux outlet and has a SUPER long cord so you can easily suck up every mess (even ones in the backseat) on the go.
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Check it out on TikTok.
Promising review:"I saw this product recommended by a TikTok user, so of course I bought it! This car vacuum works wonderfully. The cord is super long — I drive an '08 Prius, and I still had the cord length left after I swept in the trunk! The vacuum has a bristle suction piece, a long, narrow one, and a hose like a regular sweeper would have. It comes with one filter inside the vacuum and an additional one with a small brush to help clean it. It also came with the bag which everything fits in and a nice car air freshener! I love this product; it works very well." — Ken
Get it from Amazon for $29.96+ (available in three styles).
17. A set of legging organizing hangers that's a major space saver for any fitness and/or loungewear lover with an extensive legging collection that's quickly outgrowing your closet space.
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Each hanger holds 10 pairs of leggings.
Promising review:"Yes...I have too many clothes. I LOVE my leggings. These saved me soooo much room! Now I have much more space, AND I can see them all easier." — Larry Seymour
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $16.99 (available in larger multipacks).
18. A gentle pore-clearing cleansing oil so effective at removing the day's grime that reviewers say you can actually see bits of gunk leaving your pores. WILD. It's suitable for all skin types and is formulated with heartleaf extract to help you get that *glowy* glass skin look.
See it in action on TikTok.
Promising review:"This is my first time ordering an oil-based cleanser and I'm so glad I purchased this one. I originally saw this product on TikTok and wanted to see what the hype was all about. After using the cleanser on my dry face for 2–3 minutes, I could visibly see the white- and blackheads on my fingers. I was a little hesitant to try oil cleansing because I have acne-prone skin. However, my face has never looked better. After each use, my face is as soft as a baby's bottom, and my scarring doesn't look as deep! The cleanser has a light, clean scent. Not super strong! I am currently pairing this cleanser with the Anua heartleaf soothing toner to achieve glass skin. #glassskinera" — Myshel Cagle
Get it from Amazon for $17.69.
19. An oh-so-smart Pikk-it tool if shredding your fingers trying to rip the hair out of a clogged vacuum head is not exactly your idea of a good time. The pick end works wonders to untangle knots and can be used to clean out hairbrush bristles, too.
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Promising review: "Between myself (medium long hair) and my overly fluffy cat, a lot of hair and fluff was continually getting caught up on the roller brush of my vacuum. I dreaded vacuuming because it took so long to pull and snip the hairs wrapped up on the roller brush out with scissors. Not anymore! This silly, little, inexpensive thing works great! Super quick to remove all the hair/fur — in virtually a minute, then back to vacuuming with my lovely Miele vacuum." — MKS
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
20. A roll-on migraine stick packed with cooling essential oils for help getting relief from painful headaches and migraines. It's compact enough to stash in a purse or pocket!
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Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.
Promising review:"So easy to use and carry with you. In fact, get several and have them with you at home or wherever is handy. This is the holy grail of migraine relief. Very little is needed. I roll on temples, by ears, above eyebrows, below cheekbones, back of the neck, and base of the skull. I use this anytime I need it. No offensive odor. Better than any medications that are prescribed or OTC. Very good with sinus congestion also." — c.b.
Read BuzzFeed's Migrastil migraine stick review for more deets!
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
21. A pair of Sony Bluetooth headphones to deliver next-level sound quality combined with comfort that won't leave your ears feeling achy and squished after hour eight of your latest audiobook. Honestly, the affordable price tag has me shooketh.
BuzzFeed writer Kelsie Hammond has them and says,
"You won't catch ME alone with my thoughts, so I listen to music or an audiobook at all times. These headphones are basically an extension of my very being because I wear them 24/7. Some other over-the-ear headphones left my ears feeling sore after a few hours, but these are like comfy pillows resting delicately without any irritation whatsoever. The sound quality is soothingly crisp and noticeably balanced. I didn't know Fleetwood Mac could sound even better until I put these on. The instrumentation is so balanced that it's almost TOO good — like, I'm listening to songs I've heard a million times and hearing instruments I've never heard before. There have been surprise tambourines all over the place ever since I bought these headphones. Honestly, it feels like they should have cost way more than they did. Between the battery life, comfort, and sound quality…I honestly have no notes. Bury me in these!!!"
Get it from Amazon for $38+ (originally $59.99; available in three colors).
22. A heavy-duty Luigi's sink and drain plunger because you've spent more time waiting for water to go down your backed-up drain than you care to admit. This small-but-mighty helper clears blocked kitchen and bathroom sinks with 8x the air volume compared to a traditional plunger. Needless to say, it gets the job done!
Promising review:"Y'all, this thing is amazing! My kitchen sink was completely clogged for four days. I've been trying to clear the drain with a different sink plunger that I already had, and it didn't do diddly-squat. I was about to give up and call a plumber. Then I decided to order this one, and it just arrived...it completely cleared the drain in like three minutes. So then I decided to take it to the bathroom sink that had been draining extremely slowly and within a minute, I had the water running so quickly and smoothly again. I got the small one, and it's the perfect size for kitchen and bathroom sinks." — JNeen
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes).
23. A stainless-steel automatic pet fountain that just might encourage your favorite feline to drink more water since many prefer running water to get their daily dose of hydration. It's equipped with a large-capacity tank, so you're not constantly refilling it *and* it's whisper-quiet.
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Promising review:" I have gone through so many pet water fountains and this one has been the best and most durable. My cats tend to get their food in the water, and with most water fountains, that breaks them, but this one's filter system prevents that." — Tee Tee
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in silver and black).
24. A set of reusable Gripstic bag sealers so you can give your half-eaten bag of Doritos the actually tight seal it needs to stay fresh until next weekend's snack attack strikes.
Gripstic is a small business that specializes in reusable chip clips.
Promising review: "I'm a stickler about stale chips and have always used those little snapping clips. I thought they worked pretty well, but they really don't compare to Gripsticks. The snack that proved this the most was Pirate's Booty. If these are exposed to air for more than three minutes, they turn into styrofoam peanuts. I promise they're just as fresh as when you first open them with Gripsticks. They're going to be my go-to chip clips moving forward." — Rachel Campbell
Get an assorted set of 12 from Amazon for $23.95 (available in four other styles).
25. A silky satin-lined beanie if it breaks your heart to sacrifice your hair in pursuit of a warm noggin. This unisex style glides over strands, so when it is time to step inside you won't be greeted with hair that's angry, dry, and frizzy.
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Promising review:"This beanie is perfect for curly and wavy girls! The entire inside is satin-lined. When I took the hat off it did not cause any damaged or frizzy curls! I am in love and need more colors!" — Crystal Ingram
Get it from Amazon $14.99+ (available in nine colors).
26. An easy-to-use denture cleaner tablet you simply plop in warm water with your dentures, mouth guard, retainer, or aligners for a stain-fighting, odor-busting clean that's worth smiling about.
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Promising review:"I have a TMJ mouth guard that is about 12 years old, and nothing else I've tried had managed to clean it like this stuff. It didn't take everything off the first time, but it makes a HUGE difference. Very satisfied." — Sara E
Get 120 tablets from Amazon for $20.79.
27. A pack of biodegradable foaming drain-cleaning pouches to effortlessly take care of all the out-of-sight grime clogging (and stinking) up your garbage disposal since you must have missed this module in Housekeeping 101.
Promising review:"My disposal developed a bad odor, and all the usual remedies failed to eliminate it. I bought the Glisten disposal cleaner without expecting it to work. It worked exactly as shown in the video, and the bad odor disappeared after one application. I intend to use it once every two weeks in the future. I am very pleased to have found this product. I was on the verge of replacing the disposal, which was otherwise working fine." — Errol Levine
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.
28. A set of fridge organizers because the perpetually chaotic nature of your fridge makes it a little too easy to forget what's in there, resulting in spoiled food and wasted money.
Promising review: "For this item, save yourself the time reading the reviews and just buy the refrigerator organizing storage bins. If you need the organization and ease of locating refrigerator items, you will love these bins. The bins are that good and more! I wish I had bought these bins years ago!!! The seller was prompt with delivery with no issues." — Carol
Get a set of eight bins from Amazon for $23.99 (available in four sizes and sets of 2, 4, 6, 10, and 14).