23-03-2025
37 Actually-Effective Products That'll Look At Your Stuff And Say 'Hold My Beer'
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1. A bottle of Bio-Clean, a hard water stain remover that obviously works, because it looks like they haven't considered their marketing or packaging since the '80s; the results do all the talking! Made with biodegradable ingredients, this solution cuts through stains, rust, and weird spots caused by mineral build-up. Picture this: opaque shower doors, soap-scummy bathtubs, stained tiles, and cloudy-looking pool floors, all suddenly glistening and shining like new.
Reviewers say you still need to scrub, so arm yourself with a rigid sponge or the drill brush featured in this list to speed things up.
Promising reviews: "LOVE THIS! I hate cleaning my bathroom and using so many chemicals that never seem to work. I saw this product and decided to try it, and WOW it was so easy to use and worked like magic on my glass shower, shower tiles and sink/faucet. Picture 1: Before cleaning Picture 2: After cleaning glass before cleaning tile floor Picture 3: After Cleaning glass and tile floor. This is definitely a must-buy product!!!!" — Laura
"Wow. Don't waste your time with any other formulation that you found online. I've literally tried EVERYTHING! The soap/vinegar/baking soda, the expensive store-bought 'hard water cleaners.' I've scrubbed for HOURS! But this…. This product is like magic. It's kind of like a paste that you can rub on with a microfiber towel, and the hard water stains literally just RUB OFF. Like butter! Seriously the easiest option I have tried yet. I stopped within the first five minutes of cleaning to do this review because I'm in shock, lol. Coming from someone who never writes reviews! Take that as a sign to buy this immediately. What a game changer; I'm mad I'm just now finding this stuff." — _kayla_carter
Get it from Amazon for $17.77.
2. 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.
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).
3. A shoe stretch spray if you have a pair of gorgeous loafers or boots you love but never of the agonizing pain that comes with it. This spray will gradually stretch them out without staining or fading and are likely more effective than the freezer trick.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis swears by this spray. Check out her Foot Matters Shoe Stretch spray review for more details! BTW, Foot Matters is a small business that specializes in shoe-stretching products.
Promising reviews: "My sandals were awfully tight on the top of my feet. I tried everything before finally finding this spray. Nothing helped; there was no relief. Then I tried this spray, and it moved heaven and earth, and now my sandals are perfect!" — Swissharpist
"I injured my foot a few months back, and most of my shoes don't fit. I've tried stretchers, hair dryer, wearing multiple socks — everything. I bought this stuff, and within a half hour, my problems were solved. Try this method first." — Susan Olson
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
4. NYX Shine Loud liquid lipstick, a miracle product that has perfected the lip game. The deeply pigmented color doesn't smudge or transfer, even after eating, kissing. Just swipe on the color, let it dry, then finish with the high-shine gloss on the opposite side of the tube.
BuzzFeed writer Katy Herman explains why this lippie stands above the rest: "This stuff is my new holy grail (check out me rocking the Rebel In Red shade, which has become my signature, on the left; I also love the pinkish-nude Trophy Life). It never ceases to amaze me. Just last week, I swiped some on for dinner, and there were still traces of it on my lips the next evening, even after eating several meals, kissing my BF, swimming, etc. This is the only lippie I have where my boyfriend trusts me to smooch him without transferring any, and he always asks why all lipsticks aren't like this 😅. Fair question! The rich, even color and the doe-foot applicator are also pluses for me. While it dries, it is a bit prone to getting on your teeth, but afterward you're SO good to go."
Promising review: "My friend introduced me to this, and OMG I swear by it. I literally put it on at 7 a.m. before work, ate lunch, drank my water all day, and it's still on and it's 8 p.m. Looks like I reapplied it, but I only put it on at 7 a.m. This is so good!! Must have!" — Love!
Get it from Amazon for $11.96 (available in 12 colors) or Ulta for $12 (available in 30 colors).
5. 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 shades and a multipack).
6. Lumify eye drops you may assume have magical properties because reviewers swear this formula reduces redness in just *one* minute — and then goes the extra mile by keeping eyes brighter for an additional eight hours. No one needs to know about your latest all-nighter...
See it in action of TikTok. Learn more about different kinds of eye drops and what they can do at Cleveland Clinic. Note that eye drops can potentially mask symptoms of eye conditions, so you should talk to your eye doctor about what's right for you. And according to Mayo Clinic, you should avoid redness-reducing drops if you're looking for dry eye relief.
Promising review:"I'm one to be a really unhappy camper when my eyes are red from allergies, poor sleep, makeup irritation, or crying (I'm a crier). I've used allergy drops for years, but nothing compares to this product. Seriously! My eyes can be really red and tired looking, and after about 60 seconds and one drop, my eyes are TOTALLY clear. It looks almost like a photo editor to brighten/whiten eyes. I've ordered two more bottles to keep in my purse and office. LOVE LOVE LOVE." — hollybd
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
7. 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.
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.
8. 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).
9. Silver cleaning wipes because the last thing you need is a set of dirty silverware ~tarnishing~ your reputation. These ammonia-free wipes offer long-lasting shine, protect items from scratching, and are soooo much easier to use than polishing pastes.
I've used these and can confirm they work super fast!
Promising review:"It is very uncommon for me to write a review but this product is amazing. My family's silverware had not been polished in the 15 years since I married my husband. The only time I ever polished anything before it was messy and smelly and took forever. Therefore I didn't have any interest in polishing something that we weren't using. I decided to try these wipes because the price was reasonable. They are easy to use and do a wonderful job! The silverware looks silver! I used four wipes to polish a service of eight, and it took me about 20 minutes. I highly recommend this product!" — Kehrli
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $9.55.
10. Ohora semi-cured nail strips offering a professional-looking manicure, even if your past at-home attempts yielded less-than-stellar results. Apply them like stickers, seal them under a UV lamp, and you're done! These waterproof strips will look and feel like a gel manicure and last up to two weeks.
Promising review: "Love these nails! The picture is them after a week (still going strong)! I put them on for my honeymoon. I've been in the ocean for hours, and they are not showing any wear. They took maybe 15 minutes to apply — I did use a gel top coat and I think that helped keep them from chipping this long. Will be buying more!" — Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $13.50 (available in 38 colors).
11. A dog paw-cleaning device to keep Spot's feet squeaky clean, because you can't exactly put hand sanitizer on a dog. (Seriously, do not do that.) Fill the tube up with soapy water and let the soft bristles scrub away the day's walk.
Promising review:"Best. Thing. Ever. This product works like a charm. It gets the sand from between their pads and is gentle enough that even my most stubborn pup tolerates it! I have a terrier/schnauzer who likes to dig, a mini golden doodle who is prissy about her paws, and a standard Labradoodle puppy who is still very fuzzy. We have a farm where it is extremely sandy and we stay in a travel trailer. The amount of sand they were tracking into the camper was ridiculous. It takes me three minutes to clean and dry off all of their paws. Seriously, the best purchase I have made!" — Rachel
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three sizes and eight colors).
12. Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel in case you've always wanted to not only drink the energizing tea, but also wear it. This cult-fave can help quickly minimize eye puffiness and swelling using its combination of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. Finally, your eyes can look and feel as refreshed as you do after a bottle of White Label.
Good Molecules is a small business that sells affordable skincare products.
Promising review:"I love this product and have noticed a huge difference when using it consistently. I am on the younger side and don't have the worst under-eye bags, but on those occasional mornings when my eyes are puffy with somewhat visible dark circles, this product definitely does the trick! Honestly, I love all the Good Molecules products." — Hayden Smith
Get it from Amazon for $5.98.
13. A bio-enzymatic odor and stain spray to help with accidents that happen sometimes. The formula creates a nice, deep-cleaning lather, so pee spots, vomit, and stubborn stains can be easily and thoroughly erased.
Promising review: "This pet odor eliminator is a game-changer! It effectively neutralizes unpleasant smells, leaving the room smelling fresh without a harsh chemical scent. Easy to use, it works on everything from furniture to carpets, tackling both surface odors and deep-set smells." — Dan
Get it from Amazon for $15.96.
14. 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.
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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).
15. Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls, which softens, styles, and holds curls. Add a capful of this styling cream to your freshly washed hair and enjoy well-defined curls that are baby-soft instead of crunchy.
Miss Jessie's is a Black woman-owned business that specializes in curly hair products.
Promising review:"I just washed my hair, and I am officially in LOVE with this product! It smells SO good and makes my curls feel so soft while also boosting curl definition and volume. There's no film, and my curls aren't crunchy after they dry post-application. My grays are usually always frizzy after I wash my hair, no matter what I use for my curls, but I'm not witnessing that at all with this product. Absolutely love this and recommend it highly to anyone with natural curls." — Tati
Get it from Amazon for $17.97.
16. 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.
17. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream to pamper your décolletage with some special skincare attention. The glycerin and aloe hydrate while the salicylic acid gently exfoliates, leaving firmer, softer skin.
Promising review: "My dry neck and the annoying itchiness I used to experience have completely gone away after using this cream. It's not only soothing, but it also feels like it's really nourishing my skin. The firming benefits are a bonus! I highly recommend this product to anyone dealing with dryness or discomfort in their neck and chest area. It's become a must-have in my skincare routine." — JAcosta
Get it from Amazon for $11.97 (also available in a two-pack).
18. 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.
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.
19. An easy-to-apply, one-hour self-tanner that's cheaper yet more effective than most competitors. The vegan formula is easy to blend without streaks or uneven patches, which makes it a hit with beginners. While the tan may be instant, the fade is nice and gradual.
Promising reviews: 'If you use St. Tropez tan products or any fake tanner, do yourself a favor and try this. This stuff is AWESOME. Dries quickly, lasts longer, does NOT make your skin stinky, applies evenly, and you get a fair amount of product!! Other tanners I've used become VERY noticeable when they start fading. Gross hand lines, patchy white spots, etc., but not this stuff. The best one-hour tan I have ever used!' — Amazon Customer
"I wish I had taken a photo of my results but I was so excited that I forgot. Anyone who says it doesn't work just isn't doing it right. Super even color. Not orange. I LOVE IT. 10/5 stars!" — Meg
Get it from Amazon for $8.50+ (available in 10 styles).
20. A Howard Products Feed-N-Wax wood polish and conditioner to give your furniture an impossibly lustrous shine previously never seen in your home. The carnauba wax and beeswax enhance and protect your wood from drying out, so you can keep your great-grandmother's rocking chair in tip-top shape with just a few swipes.
Many reviewers started by using Restor-A-Finish to blend out minor scratches before finishing with the Feed-N-Wax. It's as simple as wiping on and off!
Promising review:"I got this product a few hours ago from Amazon and now have shiny floors! It gave the really dull hardwood floors of my prewar NYC apartment an impressive shine. Really impressive. A little goes a long way: I used only about two ounces to shine about 500 square feet of clean floors. Before using it on the floors, I tested the polish on an old wooden side table that was scarred and needed sanding. It looked a lot better afterward." — KindleCustomer2
Get it from Amazon for $11.45.
21. A Revlon hot air brush for when you wanna look like you have an in-home stylist at your beck and call. Glossy, effortless waves are just a few brushes away!
Promising reviews:"I am a licensed cosmetologist of 30+ years, and I couldn't be more pleased! Salon-perfect, shiny, bouncy blowouts! Dries and styles in one or two easy passes ( on damp hair) and provides maximum lift if I style it that way. Easily dries and styles large sections of hair making this THE BEST hairstyling tool! Highly recommend! I use the low setting and cool blast. Surprised and very happy that I don't need med/high settings. Only caveat I have come across so far: the temp/speed setting is in an awkward place to be able to change it while using. Learning curve, I suppose. Otherwise, another GREAT styling tool from Revlon! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️" — ERJ
"This review is for all the Black women looking for a good blow dryer for their hair. I have 4C (mainly) natural hair and got tired of using the regular dryers because they made my arms tired. I have thick, long hair, so blowdrying takes forever for me. This blow dryer was wonderful. I didn't even have to detangle before using it, and it dried my hair very nicely. I love it so much. My only complaint is it is bigger than I expected it to be. A little bulk,y but I will get used to it. Overall, I am loving this hair dryer so far and am glad I made the investment." — Johniece Elbert
Get it from Amazon for $32.43+ (available in three styles and five colors).
22. 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.
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
23. A jar of O'Keeffe's Working Hands cream with beeswax and glycerin to give you the baby soft hands you haven't seen since you were, well, a baby.
Promising review:"Loved how it healed my dry and cracked fingers. Works quickly! This cream is wonderful — my fingers would not heal without it. Found it years ago and continue to use it when needed. I also bought the body cream which I like very much. Works great on dry skin!! Highly recommend both!" — Happy at 77
Get it from Amazon for $9.05.
24. A cruelty-free Essence Lash Princess lengthening mascara that's lightweight, won't transfer, doesn't smudge, and lasts all day — oh and makes your eyelashes look like tall, beautiful skyscrapers.
Promising review:"Love this mascara! I've used the 'best of the best' designer, super hyped, ultra-popular mascara available, and NOTHING compares to this stuff! I don't even bother using a lash curler anymore! I buy two at a time, so I always have a spare (yes, it's that good!!). I highly recommend this particular mascara... it goes on effortlessly, it lasts pretty much all day, and the price — I feel like I'm almost stealing it! I'd give it 10 stars if I could!!!" — chulaboola
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in two colors).
25. Or a magnetic eyelash set so easy to use, you'll wonder how you were ever intimidated by applying falsies. The kit comes with a magnetic liquid eyeliner that you run across the upper lash line. Then you can just pop the lashes on without having to worry about messy glue or accidentally pasting lashes to your cheek.
The kit comes with false eyelashes, magnetic eyeliner, and an applicator.
Promising reviews: "With traditional faux lashes, you put the glue on the lash then you have to put it evenly right above your own eye lash. But if your eye tends to twitch or your hand shakes, you end up spending an hour trying to put the lashes on. You just give up. I know I tried and failed plenty of times. I paid big money to let a professional do it. But NOW I DO IT MYSELF!!" — Alfrita Fox
"I've tried several different types of false glued and magnetic. These are the EASIEST to apply, most COMFORTABLE to wear, and they stay FIRMLY put until I remove them! I have used the same pair for seven days with no issues whatsoever. I highly recommend this brand of magnetic eyelashes!" — tbear
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six pack sizes).
26. Hope's Perfect Sink solution that cleans and then basically creates a water-repellant force field over your sink to protect it from stains and damage. It works on everything from stainless steel to porcelain (along with cast iron, corian, composite, acrylic, etc.), ensuring that your sink rinses clean and shines like new, no matter how many cups of coffee you pour on it. Sue Storm would approve!
BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer loves this stain-removing polish: "I bought this for my white porcelain kitchen sink, and I've since texted five people about it, which is really a lot for such a boring grown-up product. It cleans beautifully, but the *best* thing about it is its ability to repel stains after cleaning. You know that thing when you rinse out your coffee cup and the coffee water just lingers in your sin,k and you have to purposefully rinse it out for two minutes? You don't have to do that — the coffee can't stick to the sink and just goes RIGHT down the drain. Time saved, sink clean — this is really a Virgo dream product right here."
Promising review:"Holy banana peppers! This stuff ROCKS! I hate cleaning. You clean, stuff looks okay and smells nice for like an hour, and then it's as if you've never cleaned. We have a deep stainless steel sink that I love, except for the cleaning. It never looks clean, so cleaning it isn't exactly rewarding. I mean, I clean it because germs, pandemic, etc, but I don't like anything about it. I saw this on some BuzzFeed "things you should buy on Amazon" and ordered it. And ignored it. Now, as there's a quarantine, even as an essential worker, I really have no excuse to not clean. Sigh. I splooshed some in the sink, like I did with Barkeeper's Friend liquid, and scrubbed away as usual. However, when I went to rinse, it was all sparkly and shiny and the water beaded up! I seriously made my husband and daughter come into the kitchen to look at my sparkly sink! This is the cleanest this sink has ever been, and I seriously LOVE this product! Off to order more before you all read my review and discover its true awesomeness. I didn't take any pictures before because why the hell would I do that, but believe me, the difference is amazing!!" — Amazon Customer
Get the value size from Amazon for $29.95 or the smaller size for $9.95.
27. Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 Cleansing Balm made with a blend of pearl barley and vitamin E to completely obliterate every speck of makeup on your face. Seriously, you'll feel so fresh and baby-faced, you'll wonder if that eyeliner was really as smudge-proof as you previously thought.
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Juno & Co. is a small business specializing in personal care and skincare products.
Promising review:"I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!!! I found it on TikTok, and OMG!! It works so well. I don't have to sit there and rub the crap out of my eyelashes to get the waterproof mascara off. I will admit it doesn't take 100% of the makeup off, but about 95% of my makeup comes off. It is not water-resistant, as emulsifying it with water helps take the makeup off. I have not found a better makeup remover, and yes, that includes Micellar Water (which also works well but leaves my skin feeling oily). With this cleansing balm, my face feels hydrated and smooth. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!!!!!! 1000/10 would recommend!!!" — Deetje Frederick
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
28. An antibacterial toothpaste that freshens breath and removes plaque. I know, I know — brushing a pet's teeth is a drag, but can you imagine not brushing your teeth for a week, let alone for your whole life? Fido is counting on you to keep their chompers shiny.
It uses an enzyme system to break down plaque and leave your dog's breath smelling almost tolerable.
Promising review:"I write this for Pabu, a shih tzu. The vanilla mint flavor disappeared for a long time and Pabu would refuse all other flavors. This arrived yesterday and he went right for the first link. Happy breath and dental care again. Woo-hoo!" — Mikah
Get it from Amazon for $11.52 (available in three flavors).
29. A blessedly effective, pet-safe carpet cleaner capable of turning your brown carpet into whatever color it was when you bought it without having to invest several hours into a scrub session.
It works with all cleaning machines, even the rental ones from the hardware store.
Promising reviews:"This is a wonderful product. I have an older dog who can't always wait until I get home from work, so accidents occasionally happen. I have a Hoover Rug Scrubber, and this product is very easy to use with my machine. Carpet Miracle works amazingly well on stains and odors, even those that have set for a while. I did the carpet in the 'room of shame' twice just to be sure, although for normal soil and odors, once should be more than enough. It leaves behind a wonderfully clean, fresh scent, and the carpet feels and looks wonderful. I plan on continuing to use this product to keep my carpets clean and my home smelling fresh." — Vicky Faurot
"I wish I could give it 100 stars. I have never really did a review on here but I had to today. This is the best carpet cleaner I have ever used hands down, love it." — cliffcharles
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
30. A set of itty-bitty dermaplaning razors that will make quick work of peach fuzz, stray hairs, and eyebrows in need of a touch-up. They're designed with micro-guards, which means you don't have to worry about nicking yourself, even if you don't have the steadiest hand. Now, you can extend the time between threading appointments — or skip them altogether.
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This tool also helps soften skin by gently exfoliating as you use it!
Promising review:"These products have been a fantastic find for me. They're exceptionally gentle on sensitive skin, easy to handle, and they hardly leave any marks. Whenever I forget a touch-up on my eyebrows before heading to work, I always have them in my emergency bag, ready for a quick fix. They work effortlessly without needing additional oils or creams. It's truly the perfect solution for busy individuals on the go." — nikita khandheria
Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.29 (also available in a pack of nine).
32. 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).
33. And a dishwasher cleaner and disinfectant to help make the thing that cleans your 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.
34. 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).
35. 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.
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 four colors).
36. A reviewer-adored draw salve that works to pull out everything from ingrown hairs and bee stings to boils and mysterious bumps. Just dab a little on your problem area, and the tea tree and arnica can help promote healing.
Read more about tea tree oil from the Mayo Clinic and from the Cleveland Clinic. Owell Naturals is a small business specializing in natural healing products.
Promising review: "A little gross, but I had a white bump/knot show up in my hand. I waited for it to go away, but it didn't. I tried poking it with a needle, but nothing came out. It became really sore, so I ordered this stuff and would cake it on under a bandage. After a day, the white place became larger but no longer hurt. Another day and I was able to squeeze what I guess was an infection or calcium deposit out easily! No more pain. I am glad I ordered this stuff." — Kelsie B.
Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in two sizes and packs of two and three).
37. A pack of carborundum sponges — YES, the stuff they make bulletproof vest plates out of — because tough jobs require tough solutions. Just dip one of these in water and start scouring — the nano-particles will get to work scraping off stubborn stains in your kitchen, garage, or outdoors.
The high-density sponges are squishy on the inside with an emery layer on the outside. They can be cut into smaller chunks for cleaning nooks and crannies.
Promising review: "Nice and thin. You'll find so many more uses for these around the house than just getting stuff off the underside of cookware! I had hard, scaly water deposits on the glass surrounding our powder room faucet (one of those fancy, highfalutin modern-looking things). I've tried everything for four years to get this stuff off. One day I thought, maybe i'll try my sponges. Took it all off super easily!!!! Faucet looks like new. My only rec is to spot-test your item first before using it because it will scratch certain surfaces if you scrub too aggressively (for example, it gets the burned-on, weird stuff off of the bottom of my fave Our Place pan, but I rubbed too hard in one spot and it took the color right off lol)." — Hoarder
Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sponge thicknesses).
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