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4 days ago
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34 Essential Products You've Been Putting Off Buying
A pack of Downy fabric spray because you and I both know you don't actually own an iron (it's OK, I'm a mother of two and don't have one either). Pull this out, cover your wrinkled mess of a shirt with it, and marvel over just how easy it can be to look polished (no electricity involved!) A beard apron that'll finally put an end to the daily argument you and your partner have about their inability to clean all of the hair particles off the bathroom counter after they've finished shaving. No more brushing away debris while brushing your teeth! A moth-attracting trap featuring a lovely lavender scent that'll spare the wardrobe you've so carefully collected from second-hand shops and flea markets from being chewed up before you get a chance to show it off to the world. And an indoor plug-in fly trap that'll make a valiant effort to keep your kitchen fruit fly-free (and mosquitos, gnats, moths, etc). These pesky little bugs always seem to turn up the *second* the weather slightly improves. Instead of crying out, "THIS IS WHY WE CAN'T HAVE NICE THINGS!" just plug this baby in and let it get to work. A Baby Shusher because even though it may seem silly to buy a gadget that literally makes a sound you can make on your own for free, you'll be happy to have it come 2 a.m. when you're exhausted and *really* not in the mood to continue 'shhh'ing repeatedly. A 2-in-1 nausea relief inhaler to make you feel like you can finally take on the world — and by that I mean boat rides and long drives. It's designed to help you get rid of overall nausea, motion sickness, and morning sickness. (Where was THIS during my two pregnancies?!) Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray you'll be very glad you bought after your kid's *~super fun auntie~* hands them a rainbow ice pop to chow down on in the hot summer sun. Siiiiigh. Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo you'll want to use even when your hair is clean because it just smells so darn good! It features the scent of gardenias, a built-in keratin treatment (see ya, frizz), and an aesthetically pleasing pale pink bottle you'll want to display on your bathroom counter. The Pink Stuff's "Sqeezy" sponge set — a fan-favorite miracle cleaning paste with over 155,000 5-star reviews and a game-changing sponge that'll get soft in warm water but harden up in the cold. It's the superhero duo you didn't know you needed! Ahem, putting on my deep, booming announcer voice to tell you dramatically that it can clean EVERYTHING from pots and pans, stove tops, sinks, shower doors, tiles of all kinds, kitchen appliances, grout, outdoor furniture, AND your car!!! Mouthwatchers' flossing toothbrush has two layers of bristles designed to *really* deep clean your teeth and in between your gums. Your pearly whites will feel as fresh as they do after the dentist but without the ordeal. There's also a travel version so you can take your new fave toothbrush on the go easily. A pack of carborundum sponges made from some of the toughest material out there (it's also known as Moissanite, yes, like the man-made diamond) to take your cleaning sesh to the next level. They don't even need soap to get the job done — just dip 'em in water and get to scrubbing. You're going to save *so* much money long term! WellPatch migraine/headache patches you'll praise as a holy grail product once you discover how wonderfully their cooling effect helps ease pain from your biggest nemesis: a powerful migraine. Pop it onto your forehead or neck; it should work for up to 12 hours! A two-pack of undated planners that'll look cute on your desk while also providing you with the perfect space to note that you need to plan your cat's birthday party, text your mom about your date from last night, and pick up some coffee beans. A Dreo oscillating tower fan with six (!!!) speeds you can aim directly at yourself to ensure your always-too-hot body is kept at the epitome of comfort at all times. Since it's bladeless, it won't make a racket while you're trying to get some shut-eye or listen to your fave murder mystery podcast. A set of DEET-free mosquito-repelling bracelets that'll use the magic of essential oils (think: geranium and lemongrass) to keep those nasty little buggers away from your too-sweet skin. No more swatting around wildly while trying to hold a conversation at a BBQ! Bonus: these fit both kids and adults. A Wet & Forget weekly cleaner you can spritz on your shower walls and tub after you're done cleaning yourself. Leave it on overnight — no scrubbing necessary — and just wash it off the next time you're in the shower! A crack weeder tool to add to your yard clean-up arsenal — it has a head specifically designed to rake through the thinnest cracks and pull out all those unwanted weeds right from their roots. A Pikk-It tool you can use to revive the vacuum that you had already pronounced dead. Surprise, it's not — it just needs a little love and care from your soon-to-be new fave tool! The sharp metal teeth will help you cut and remove any hair that's trapped around the brush head. (You can also use it on your hairbrush!) Nivea skin firming gel cream packed with a mystical ingredient (Q10, learn more about it here) for anyone who is looking to firm up their entire body and hydrate *all* of their skin (not just their face). It has more than 17,000 positive reviews (WOW!) and is beloved for how it's worked wonders on reviewers. neck and thighs. An instant foot-peeling spray that'll have you saying, "Whoa, whoa, whoa. Was this concocted by a witch in the woods?" because it works so incredibly well you won't believe your eyes as it renews your feet and leaves all of your dead skin in its wake. A mold and mildew remover spray you've likely already put to the test in your bathroom — but did you know you can also use it to freshen up your outdoor patio furniture? Spray it, wait 15 seconds, and watch as it works its magic. A low-profile under-the-cabinet banana hanger that'll have you whipping out your credit card faster than Donkey Kong crushing barrels to get to a bunch of bananas. You'll love how easy it is to install (it literally just sticks on with a strong adhesive) and how much room you suddenly have on your counter without your go-to breakfast taking up residence. A Lobe Wonder earlobe support patch to provide you with a bit of extra support the next time you wear your favorite (albeit heavy) earrings — break out those big, chunky hoops without fear of them stretching out your piercing hole! Beckham Hotel Collection Bed Pillows because, if we're being honest (and I like to think we've reached a point in our relationship where we can be blunt), the ones you've been sleeping on are starting to resemble Flat Stanley. It's time for you to upgrade your sleeping situation, friend! Plus, a pair of satin pillowcases that'll reduce friction between your hair/skin and your pillow (which will reduce frizz and breakouts and keep you looking in tip-top shape). Not to mention, they'll look super glamorous on top of your bed. A set of amber glass soap dispensers with Aesop vibes you can use to fool anyone lucky enough to use your guest bathroom — fill 'em with your favorite scent for a fraction of the cost but without skimping on style. Exfoliating skincare mitts designed to lift away dead skin (and remove a spray tan that's seen better days) — an excellent way for you to kickstart a spa-like experience at home or, you know, give you an excuse to send some gross before and after pics to your pals. A magnetic cord holder you can rely on to keep the bajillion wires you somehow need to get your laptop functioning perfectly in-check. No more internally screaming when your charging wire slips behind your desk! A rechargeable lighter to light every candle in your house to create the *perfect* ambience without concern you'll run out of lighter fluid. A mini beauty fridge that'll keep your skincare products (think: serums, rollers, the works) chilled so they'll feel super refreshing on your face before bed. I wouldn't judge you if you left a few seltzers or Diet Coke cans in there as well... A Brumate Era 40-ounce water bottle with a locking feature that'll ensure you never have a repeat of the other day where you accidentally bumped your arm into your cup and spilled your freshly filled drink ALL over your Or a glass tumbler for glamming up your daily iced coffee. It'll look super cute on your countertop, and there's just something about a fancy tumbler that makes your drinks taste 10x better amirite? Cheers to THAT. A Bissell multipurpose portable cleaner you'll pat yourself on the back for buying when you see just how much dirt and gunk it pulls out of all the surfaces in your life. Forget about buying a new couch — your current one is about to look fresher than ever. A compact Kindle for any lit lover with such a long TBR list that your nightstand simply can't contain it anymore — this option will let you continue to expand your shelf virtually and take your book on-the-go without taking up too much precious space in your bag that's already filled the brim with old receipts, hand sanitizer, mints, an old granola bar, the list goes on.
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7 days ago
- General
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30 Products Reviewers Say Make Everyday Tasks Easier
A toothbrush holder and dispenser so you can stop fumbling around with a crusty tube of Colgate when you've barely wiped away the crust from your eyes. It'll keep five toothbrushes, two tubes of toothpaste, and other bathroom necessities in their proper place. A Downy wrinkle releaser and fabric freshening spray for when you don't feel like lugging the iron and ironing board out. All you have to do is spray, tug the fabric a few times, then smooth the wrinkles away with your hand. It's also perfect for refreshing blankets when you can't remember the last time you threw them in the wash. 😬 Promising review: "This is literally like an iron in a bottle. It's fantastic. This morning my shirt had a crease from being folded but I didn't have time to change, so I misted just one spray on the shirt, shook it out while I was wearing it, and the crease was gone. I cannot express how much I love this! I spray it over my shirts and shake them out a couple of times then hang them up and they are completely wrinkle free, and it smells like everything just came right out of the laundry, which is also a plus." —KaylaGet a pack of two from Amazon for $11.99. A coffee canister with a perfectly sized scoop hidden under the lid — because making coffee when you first wake up should be as streamlined as possible. The lid for the 1.5-quart container is airtight, so those beans you took you the time to grind will stay fresh longer. Promising review: "This thing is great! Usually I don't go through a whole bag of coffee very quickly, and I have to be super meticulous about pushing all the air out and wrapping it up, then double bagging it with a double-seal ziplock bag to try and keep it fresh. It's a hassle, and time consuming especially when I'm in a hurry. I saw this while browsing storage containers one day and decided to give it a try. Why not, right?? I'm so thrilled!! I've had the same bag of coffee in this container for a few weeks now... and it's still just as fresh and wonderful as the day I dumped it in! I only put in one bag of coffee but it could easily hold two, I firmly believe. The lid seals very tight and keeps it nice and perfect! I plan on buying more of this brand of storage containers for flour, white sugar, rice, the works! If it works this well on coffee then I am a believer that the other canisters will work awesome as well!" —JCGet it from Amazon for $20.99. A bracelet fastening tool so you can wear your favorite accessories even when nobody is around to help you deal with that annoying lobster clasp. Seriously, it's 2025 — bracelet clasp technology should be more advanced by now. Promising review: "I can't believe I've waited this long to buy one of these. My eyesight is failing, including my depth perception so wearing bracelets has been difficult unless they are slip on. This jewelry helper is easy to use. Now I can wear bracelets again." —Cat MomGet a pack of two from Amazon for $6.99 (available in two colors and packs of two). A detangling brush that'll glide right through your hair instead of getting caught in a knotted mess that makes you want to chop it all off and go back to bed. A 3-in-1 wireless charger so you can power up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time — no more wishing you had way more USB ports near your bed! The standout feature might just be the foldable design, meaning you can take it to the office with you so your noise-canceling AirPods never run out of juice. Imagine having to listen to your co-workers instead?! A set of Lock Laces to turn all of your sneakers into slip-ons, which is the height of convenience and also super helpful for people with limited motor skills. Now you can just slip your shoes on, pull the toggle cord to your preferred tightness, and go about your day! A nifty shelving unit made specifically for the unruly collection of emotional support water bottles you've accumulated over the years. This will make it much easier to grab the one you want for the day and put it back once you wash it without wasting precious cabinet space. A handy brush that will scrub away at every nook and cranny of your utensils, because giving them a quick swipe with your sponge is really not cutting it. Prepare to clean your silverware in record time. Promising review: "I bought this brush to quickly and safely clean knives and it works great for them, but I also use it to clean the sealing ring from my Instant Pot! Fast and easy!" —PrimeShopperGet it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in two colors). A raised laptop stand to bring your screen up to eye level so you can stop straining your neck just to get some work done from home. It'll also give you enough room underneath for a keyboard or other office supplies. Promising review: "I use my laptop as a second monitor, with a wireless mouse/keyboard combo. This stand is slightly higher than several others, and puts my laptop screen at the perfect height so it's level with my eye line. The height is also great for video conferences, which I'm doing more and more — the laptop camera is now level with my face, so no unflattering 'campfire ghost story' angles! It's also got a squared-off shape to the base, so I can slide files underneath for easy access during calls. The design allows my laptop to be fully vented, too, so it stays cool. Really great stand at a good price!" —Linda in NJGet it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in five colors). A Wi-Fi-connected smart plug that has thousands of reviewers asking Alexa to turn on their appliances without ever lifting a finger. You can also set custom schedules and routines, so your electronics are never wasting energy. And a SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher so you can turn on any device that has an on/off switch by simply telling Alexa to do so, or using the smartphone app. Imagine telling it to turn on your coffee maker the moment you wake up! A roll-up dish-drying rack that's a major space saver and surprisingly multifunctional. It can also be used as a trivet mat on your countertop or simply as a way to turn your sink into some extra counter space when you're cooking. My fellow tiny apartment dwellers, rejoice! A spinning cosmetics organizer with adjustable shelves for all your everyday essentials that will instantly make you feel like a glamorous beauty influencer with an immaculate vanity. Mikayla Nogueira is quaking. Reviewers say this is super easy to piece together and holds up well over time. A popular long-lasting eyeliner stamp that will be a life-saver for all my fellow peeps with shaky hands. You can use the curved wing side to effortlessly apply liner to the outer corner of your eye, then flip over to the regular fine tip to define the rest of the eye. A set of dividers so you can easily organize your sock drawer and keep it from becoming an endless black hole of mismatched pairs. They're also perfect for scarves, underwear, bras, and more, so planning your OOTD is about to become so much easier. A shower curtain liner with nine storage pockets for all of your toiletries, which is honestly GENIUS and unlocks so much storage potential for tiny bathrooms. Thinking about all the extra scrubs, razors, brushes, and shower gels I could fit in here honestly brings a tear to my eye. A genius magnetic cord holder that'll stop all of your charging cables from ending up in a tangled pile on the floor. Just place it on your nightstand or desk, then place your USB cords on top of the block when they're not in use. Imagine going to bed and not having to fish around on the floor for the charging cable. IMAGINE!!! A cushioned laptop desk with a special spot for a mouse and your phone so you can hold all the basics right in your lap. You won't even miss your in-office desk on WFH days. Promising review: "Love this work surface. I was actually expecting it to be a lot bigger and bulkier and to my surprise it's fairly nice and compact. It holds your phone and tilts it at a perfect angle, even with a phone case. The mouse pad is large enough to easily navigate your screen without having to the lift the mouse and start in a new section. There are so many other lap work surfaces out there but what I love about this one is that it doesn't have that awkward cushion where your wrist sits. I wouldn't have that wrist pad working on a desk so I wasn't going to risk the awkwardness of having one attached to my work surface. This product is awesome. I can now comfortably work in bed on my laptop and have the convenience of having my mouse right there with me." —eliznyGet it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in nine colors). A ChomChom pet hair remover roller to pick up each and every stray hair your fur baby leaves in its wake. It's perfect for restoring your couch back to its former glory or making your car's seats look presentable again. Reviewers especially love this one (it's a constant best-seller on Amazon with 139,000 perfect ratings) since it only takes a few rolls back and forth to pick up the toughest pet hair, and the quick-release button makes it a breeze to remove the fur from the roller brush. An expandable spice rack — now you'll actually be able to see the massive collection of seasonings you've somehow accumulated over the years. The curved design means you can take advantage of every single inch of storage space in your cabinets. An iRobot Roomba that vacuums and mops at the same time! The rotating brush will first sweep away any dust, dirt, and hair on the floor, and then the pulsating microfiber mop at the back will break down any caked-on messes. Oh, and it'll take itself home to its charger once it's done scrubbing the floors, so you barely have to lift a finger. A self-cleaning litter box so your cat can morph into the self-sufficient head of household they were always meant to be. The built-in rake will scoop away waste into a covered compartment every time your cat uses it, so all you have to do is dispose of and replace the litter once a month. A garage door opener that lets you open and close your garage door from your phone and set a customized schedule. It's also perfect for those "Wait, did I close the garage door?!" moments of panic. A smart meat thermometer — it will basically be your very own personal electronic sous chef. It connects to the Meater app to help configure cooking times and tell you the temperature right on your phone. The days of continuously opening the oven door to check on roasted meats will be far behind you. A remote-control ring that is about to take your TikTok and Kindle game to the next level. Just press the button and it'll move you to the next page or simulate a swipe up so you can move on to the next TikTok. This is game-changer for those of us who like to eat while doomscrolling. A pair of rechargeable motion sensor lights so you can finally see exactly which Little Debbie you're reaching for in the pantry when that late-night snack craving hits. They're also great for closets, under cabinets, or even illuminating the shelves holding your exquisite Lego Flower collection. An automatic pet feeder that will let you schedule up to 15 feedings a day. You can also record a greeting that plays with every meal, and I'm crying just thinking about how cute that is. A pomade hair wax stick — it'll be a major timesaver on those days when you want to smooth down flyaways, cowlicks, or set baby hairs in place if that's something you'd like to do. Just swipe it over any targeted areas you want to smooth, and it'll provide some seriously strong hold without any sticky residue. A glasses lens cleaner so you finally say goodbye to those microfiber cloths and disposable wipes that just seem to smear the dirt and oil all over your lenses. This little tool has a small brush on one side to wipe away dirt and dust, while the microfiber pads on the other side will wipe away oils for a streak-free finish without scratching your lenses. It even comes with a case so you can keep it clean when not in use.
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20-07-2025
- General
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39 Products To Inspire You To Get Your Life Together
The beloved Hard as Hoof nourishing cream made with beeswax and jojoba oil to condition brittle nails and cuticles (on your fingers AND toes!) and have them looking as shiny and fresh as they did before that gel manicure did its damage. It's designed to sink in quickly (a rare feat in the world of cuticle oils) and it also smells like coconuts. I probably should have led with the coconut part. 🥥 🤤 A Downy wrinkle release spray for when you don't feel like lugging the iron and ironing board out. All you have to do is spray, tug the fabric a few times, then smooth the wrinkles away with your hand. It's also perfect for refreshing blankets when you can't remember the last time you threw them in the wash 😬. A jar of super moisturizing O'Keeffe's cream — it's basically a magic potion for brand new hands. Its blend of beeswax and glycerin will add hydration and help get your skin back to normal if increased hand-washing has wreaked havoc on your hands. A chainmail scrubber that'll make you laugh to yourself and think "what a FOOL I was!" when you remember that flimsy sponge you used to clean your pots and pans with. It's specifically designed to be used on cast-iron, so you won't have to worry about scratching your most precious cookware. It's also rust-proof and anti-mildew. It'll probably also work great on that cast-iron cauldron you've been eyeing all year. A powerful spray to break down stubborn mold and mildew stains almost instantly. Just leave it on for about 15 seconds, then wipe away to reveal what your shower is actually supposed to look like. A descaling solution to break down all of the limescale buildup inside your electric kettle or coffee maker, because yes, the interior also needs cleaning 😩. If your coffee just isn't hitting the spot like it used to, it's probably time to run a cleaning cycle. A pack of stainless steel wipes that'll tackle any pesky fingerprints and practically transform your refrigerator doors into shiny mirrors. Scrub away any residue with the pre-soaked wipes, then use the included microfiber cloth to leave behind a streak-free shine. Promising review: "I love this product! It is so easy and convenient to use. I can get by using only one or two of the wipes for all the appliances and stainless steel items in my kitchen. It removes all smudges and leaves a nice even shine everywhere." —Gloria a 30-count tub and a microfiber cloth on Amazon for $15.98. A cord-managing box to cover the unsightly, tangled mess of cords under your desk and make you feel like the productive professional you pretend to be. Just slip a power strip inside and feed the cables through the small opening on the side. It even comes with a few clips and ties to keep your cords even more neat and orderly. A cult-favorite foot file that'll grind away at calluses and have your heels and toes looking silky smooth and ready to slip into your go-to sandals. There are many foot files out there, but thousands of Amazon reviewers say this one works like a charm. Compound W One Step Pads designed to remove plantar warts with ease, and also have reviewer photos that will inspire and traumatize you in equal measure. The medicated pads are packed with salicylic acid to help break down the wart, and you can replace them every 48 hours for best results for up to 12 weeks. And a nail renewal formula to reverse any damage done by fungal infections, so it's essentially time travel in a bottle. The formula includes lactic acid, propylene glycol, and urea to help thicken, soothe, and reduce discoloration on your nails. Just apply twice a day for the first week, then once a day until your toes are looking good to go. A pack of cleaning erasers that only need water to remove stains — they're more affordable than name brands but if you catch my drift. These little melamine sponges can quickly lift away tough stains, grease, soap scum, and anything else that simply won't budge with your normal multipurpose cleaner. A wildly popular anti-dandruff shampoo — it uses ketoconazole 1% to help fight dandruff and relieve itchy scalps. Several of the 72,000 rave reviews mention seeing a reduction in scalp flakiness when consistently used at least twice a week. A pack of cleaning tablets that'll clean your dishwasher for you, because it's probably way dirtier than you imagine. These tablets will break down lime and mineral buildup in the main compartment, internal pumps, and the pump and valve — so your dishes will come out looking as sparkly as they do in all those dish soap commercials. A double-sided hairbrush-cleaning brush because, as Xzibit might say, I heard you like brushes, so here's a brush to clean your brush. Yes, you should be giving your hairbrush a routine cleaning to remove hair, built-up oils, and grime — and this cleaning device makes it so easy to get into all the nooks and crannies. An all-natural oven scrub made with gritty pumice stone that'll let you really go to town on that pizza that exploded and left a mess everywhere. It'll even clean all the hard-to-reach spots on the racks — because, yes, those need cleaning, too. A set of dividers so you can easily organize your sock drawer and keep it from becoming an endless black hole of mismatched pairs. They're also perfect for scarves, underwear, bras, and more, so planning your OOTD is about to become so much easier. A bottle of earwax removal drops that use fizzy microfoam action to break down all the stubborn wax that's been clogging up your ear. Just apply five to 10 drops to your ear, keep your head tilted for several minutes to let the carbamide peroxide loosen your hardened ear wax, then flush away any remaining wax with warm water in a bulb or syringe. A pack of thin velvet hangers to basically double your closet space and provide a much better grip on your clothes. These hangers have more than 170,000 fans, with many reviewers saying they're perfect for tank tops, sweaters, slacks, and anything else that tends to easily slip off of plastic ones. A jetted tub cleaner for anyone who desperately needs a relaxing bath, but the thought of scrubbing your grimy bathtub is simply too much to handle. It'll remove all the gunk trapped in the places you can't even see, so your tub will be the cleanest it's ever been. You'll barely have to lift a finger — just gently wipe away any leftover grime once it's done doing its job! A stainless-steel tongue cleaner so you can scrape away all the nastiness in your mouth that's been giving you a case of morning breath. It's gross and satisfying in equal measure. A glass cleaner that'll remove any stubborn hard-water spots and have your shower doors looking so clean you might accidentally walk into them. It's designed to work in seconds; just apply with a damp cloth in circular motions and wipe away with a paper towel or cloth to reveal the shiny showroom-worthy shower doors of your dreams. An expandable storage unit so you can keep your under-sink cabinet neatly organized — imagine grabbing your cleaning supplies without having to dig through a jumbled pile of bottles 🤯. The two spacious shelves will give you plenty of space to place your items in neat rows that are way less likely to topple over. A cleaning kit that'll make your ceramic cooktop look as shiny and flawless as the day you moved in. The kit comes with a bottle of cleaner, a cleaning pad, and a heavy-duty scraper that are all designed to break down burnt-on foods and tough stains. Or! A gas range cleaning spray — it takes just seconds to cut through grime and grease and eliminate any evidence that your roommates are total slobs. Okay, maybe I'm just projecting. Just spray it on and wipe away — or leave it on for 30 minutes if you're dealing with caked-on nastiness. A mold and mildew stain remover in a squeezable gel formula that can miraculously cling onto awkward vertical and inclined surfaces and fit in tight spaces. Just squeeze, walk away, then give it a quick rinse in the morning to reveal some jaw-dropping results. A grout ink pen — it'll take the space between your tiles from grimy to shiny in a few simple swipes. This won't clean your grout, but it'll make it look brand-new. It's like a more productive version of an adult coloring book! A jewelry-cleaning stick so you can quickly and easily add some bling back to your rings and make them 🎵 shine bright like a diamond 🎵. You can use it on basically any of your accessories that need a good sprucing-up — just twist the pen to dispense some cleanser onto the brush, then gently swipe on your jewelry to let the microfine cleansers wipe away dirt and oil. A tub of magical heavy-duty all-purpose cleaning wipes — they can remove everything from grease to ink stains almost instantly and with zero water required. They're also formulated with aloe and vitamin E, so they're gentle on your skin but still tough enough to remove permanent marker, adhesive residue, and more. A broom for pet and human hair so you can rake up everything that your vacuum can't reach. You'll be so shook when you see all the hair and dust that's hiding out in your area rugs that you might just add to the over 78,000 5-star reviews. A toilet wand with disposable cleaning heads (the cleaning solution is built-in — just activate with water!) that makes scrubbing the porcelain throne feel like less of a chore. The kit comes with six refill heads (and a handy dandy storage stand for the wand and refills) to get you started, so you can immediately say goodbye to that dirty toilet brush and get to scrubbing in about 30 seconds! A food container lid organizer because only finding circular lids when you just put your leftovers in a square container is the worst. This will keep them upright and organized, and the dividers make it easy to sort them by size and shape. An all-purpose scrubber kit that'll magically transform your power drill into the ultimate cleaning tool you never knew you needed. The nylon bristles won't leave behind any scratches, so you can scrub away without worrying about ruining your tub, toilet, baseboards, or any other surface that needs an intense cleaning. A storage strip to keep your brooms and mops off the floor and free up some much-needed space in your utility closet. It might even convince you to clean more, but no promises. An adjustable rack so you can neatly store your pans, muffin tins, and pie trays and quickly grab what you need to get your bake on. The seven included dividers are adjustable, so you can make room for everything from deep muffin tins to thin cookie sheets. Paul Hollywood would be so proud of you.
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20-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Buzz Feed
These 41 Products Will Take On Tedious Tasks So You Don't Have To
A versatile veggie chopper that'll help you skip all that wasted time dicing your vegetables into teeny tiny pieces one slice at a time. This'll make prep (and clean up!) so fast, it'll feel downright magical. No need to rinse a knife and cutting board. Plus, the interchangeable blades just pop out, then throw them right into the dishwasher. A bag of protein coffee I am literally drinking as we speak (peep the picture below, I'm not lying!) for people who are *great* about drinking their morning coffee and terrible about getting in 1) breakfast and 2) enough protein. This stuff is going so viral, I'm surprised it's ever in stock. And it makes sense, because this is the 2-in-1 we've all been waiting for. An anti-humidity spray that'll work like a waterproof barrier on your hair (a harrier, if you will) to block out moisture in the air that leads to frizziness. There's no need to be doing your hair every dang day (or even several times a day) because of humidity! And feel free to give your hair a good wash after a sweaty day... this stuff lasts up to 72 hours and through 2–3 shampoos! A pack of Downy fabric spray — with this, you're *finally* gonna rid your caftans and pants of those stubborn crinkles and creases with ease. You've burned yourself with a steamer one too many times, and you don't even know if it's possible to own an ironing board and iron anymore. Phew, this solves so many issues. An ingenious cup catcher specifically designed for toddlers who love nothing more than chucking those cups off their tray. Save your kitchen from becoming an unintentional splash pad and save yourself from playing catch with the worst pitcher ever by getting this spiffy setup. And a food catcher that attaches onto your child's high chair, so you don't end up scrubbing the floor on your hands and knees after every... sigh... every single meal. A silicone clip-on strainer that's dishwasher safe, attaches to any size pot or pan, and is designed to save a bunch of space in your kitchen cupboards. Use this and you won't have to scramble to balance a colander over your sink full of dirty dishes ever again. Bless. A storage beanbag — when your child's room is so full of stuffed animals you can't see the floor, just tell them to fill their chair! They'll kill time accidentally cleaning their room so they can have a piece of furniture just their size! Convincing your kids to organize their toys is harder than cleaning the whole room yourself. This could be your clever fix! Hmm... it looks like a great place to take a nap. Right, kiddo? A TubShroom so you can keep your drain hair-free to begin with. Your dad did his best to instill in you a lifelong fear of what comes out of clogged drains... use this, and you won't ever see what he was pulling out of them. A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp that'll polish your toilet without you ever having to touch a dirty toilet brush. With each flush, the stamp releases the cleaning gel, which foams and cleans your toilet. A Windex outdoor glass cleaner for homeowners who have no idea how to get their top-floor windows free of the rain stains and bird poop that keep *taunting* them from outside their otherwise spotless space. If your fear of heights keeps you from getting a ladder tall enough to scrub your windows (same), snag this stuff! Just attach this Windex bottle to your hose and spray the solution all over the place! Ahhh, you can see clearly now. A fast-acting lawn repair formula because your dog's peeing, playing, and digging have wreaked havoc on your yard. This easy-to-use combination of grass seeds, mulch, and soil amendment is specifically designed to repair pet-induced damage and get new grass growing ASAP so you don't have to redo your lawn. A ceiling fan carbon filter for grabbing dust, pollen, smoke, dander, and other allergens as the fan spins. It sticks to the fan blade and is unnoticeable — but you'll definitely notice a difference when you aren't stuck scraping off years of dust from your ceiling fan blades! A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets designed to clean and deodorize your machine while it runs naturally, makin' it sparkle and shine without you spending time scrubbing! Say goodbye to limescale, grease, and stubborn buildup! Okay, "Goodbye limescale, grease, and stubborn buildup!" And a box of washing machine cleaning tablets (because your appliance-cleaning day means *all* your appliances) to dissolve residue and make your washing machine actually smell fresh, which is a big deal when you haven't washed your machine since... you bought it. A drip dry cleaner so you can get your chandelier shining with just a spritz of spray. There's no need to take the dang thing down and clean each individual crystal any longer! A water bottle *bag* that'll hook comfortably snug around your beloved tumbler so you can carry it like a crossbody bag. This has room for your phone, ChapStick, cards, and even includes a clip to hang your keys from. You know you'll always have your water bottle by your side and thanks to this you'll *also* remember all your other essentials too. A neck reading light so you can read until you are practically dead asleep and not have to get out of bed to turn off the light, thus risking waking up again. What is it... 11 p.m.?! YIKES. We're too old for this. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner with a formula that clings to grime and buildup inside your pipes, preventing hidden smells from escaping through your sink and removing bacteria that may be lurking just out of reach. Use this so you can clean out your rental's sink before your landlord decides to dispose of your deposit. A French-style marble butter keeper — this makes butter soft and spreadable so you don't find yourself destroying a piece of bread by trying to add cold butter to it *or* needing to throw your butter in the microwave to soften it up when (no matter how short a time you put it in there) it always ends up melting way too much. A smudge-correcting clear nail polish to basically turn back time and save your freshly-painted fingers from the smudge you caused by scratching that itch you shouldn't have scratched. Put this polish on top and roll back the clock! A grater with a built-in container so you can grate cheese without a mess of shavings ending up all over the place before it gets on your plate! A Wet & Forget shower cleaner — this'll clean your shower and prevent scummy buildup without *any* scrubbing. Because why use elbow grease when you clean? That even sounds dirty! A pack of SPF-sensing stickers to remind your skin about the importance of sunscreen when you're having too much fun to remember to reapply on your own. A hands-free, bladeless portable neck fan that'll treat you to fans on either side of your neck, pointing up at your face with a gentle breeze that'll feel positively heaven-sent on sunny days. This has five different speeds to choose from, so you know you'll be comfortable no matter how warm it is. A rolling egg dispenser sure to become the practical purchase you didn't know you needed. This saves a surprising amount of space in your fridge *and* makes snatching an egg a cinch since you don't have to take out the entire container. Thanks, gravity. A mosquito repellent that'll save you from being *bugged* by mosquitoes while lounging around on your patio. This creates a 15-foot personal bug-free bubble that'll have you feeling FREE from those dang pests. A pickle keeper and juice strainer so you can snack until your heart's content *without* getting pickle juice all over the place. A Cup Cozy Pillow that'll stay upright beside you on the sofa and keep your remotes, snacks, and drinks at the ready while your friends spend precious moments during your movie marathon getting up and trotting around the place in search of sustenance — those fools! A seat gap filler to save your phone, keys, and french fries from certain doom. This simple trick has over 50,000 5-star reviews from folks who have saved their hands from getting stuck inside that impossibly small space when trying to retrieve treasures. A scrunchie/towel hybrid that can help your hair dry faster without any heat tools! Reviewers love this as a shower-and-go solution when they have to leave the house with wet hair. We love a product that helps us with our busy schedules. Or John Frieda Frizz Ease Dream Curls Air Dry Waves Styling Foam for folks who know in their heart their bedhead could look beautiful, but also know they'll never get into a beauty routine (am I just talking about myself at this point?). This non-sticky product WANTS your hair to look gorgeous, and it's happy to do all the work! Just scrunch it through your wet hair and this'll do all the work while you air-dry your way to a beautifully styled 'do. A Java Sock that'll do the two most important things for your beloved iced coffees ( drinks. I know people drink other drinks!) 1) It'll keep that caramel almond milk cold brew cold for ages — hours, according to reviewers — and 2) It'll keep your drink from sweating into your cupholder or all over your desk. No one wants to deal with that. It's a cruel twist of fate that iced coffee sweats as much as we do in the summer. An under-the-sink water filtration system so you can grab a glass and drink straight from the faucet, knowing it's already filtered to perfection. A SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher to transform the dumbest of devices into smart machines worthy of this century (as long as they have a pressable "on/off" switch). Have Alexa control these gadgets and gizmos with an app instead! Getting up to start the coffee maker is way too much effort before you've had coffee. A laser leveler with one 360-degree horizontal beam and one 140-degree vertical beam, so you don't have to try holding a leveler while *also* attempting to hang art on the walls. Just prop this up and let it do the work for you! With this, you can make sure your taxidermy collection looks its very best. Oh, wait, you don't have one of those? You're missing out. A game-changing self-watering planter with nutrient-dense dehydrated soil at the ready for your impulse planting needs. The design includes a water level indicator to make sure your plants always have just the right amount of hydration, even if you're gone for weeks at a time. Plus, it looks unreasonably chic. Plant parents aren't messing around these days. A Dash rapid egg cooker sure to guarantee you never have to ~scramble~ to prep this potentially tricky dish ever again. "Set it and forget it" is the BEST cooking step. A set of stove counter gap covers so you can save that insufferable space from the slips and spills that leave stray crumbs on your floor... forever. Are you figuring out how to tuck in there and clean out that mess? No, no, you are not. A self-cleaning litter box, which is gonna prove that the most efficient way to clean out the litter is, funny enough, by not cleaning it yourself at all. And finally, a tabletop picnic basket made of bamboo, covered in canvas fabric, and filled with enough dishware for four hungry folks. When opened, the lid of the basket has a curved leg that'll extend to the ground, creating a solid top for your food. Not only that, but the tabletop has four round cutouts specifically to keep your wineglasses upright no matter what surface you're sitting on. This takes care of everything you need to serve up a picnic, so you can just zone out while making your famous pasta salad. You already have everything else you need. And? It's cute.
NBC News
08-07-2025
- Business
- NBC News
9+ things to buy during Prime Day before tariffs raise prices
If all the talk about tariff-related price hikes has you thinking twice about your next big purchase, Amazon Prime Day is a smart time to shop. Tariffs on imported goods are expected to raise prices across several categories, and many brands have already issued statements confirming future increases. During this year's four-day Prime Day event (starting July 8), you can score discounts on items likely to be impacted and Prime Day standbys like tech, beauty and home goods. As a writer for NBC Select, I cover major shopping events like Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I spent weeks combing through thousands of discounts to find the best deals on tariff-affected items. Every product below is highly rated, at least 20% off and at its lowest price in the last three months. This list will be updated frequently throughout Prime Day. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up I started adding these scent boosting beads to my laundry about a year ago and was instantly obsessed. They make my clothes smell so fresh and clean — plus a little goes a long way, so a bottle lasts a while. They come in seven scents and you just shake a capful of beads into your wash and they dissolve, leaving behind a pleasant scent. Procter & Gamble, the company that owns Downy, has publicly stated that it will raise prices due to tariffs. This Swiffer kit gives you five dry pads to sweep floors and six wet pads to mop. The actual sweeper device has a collapsible pole for easy storage and a head that swivels up and down for better cleaning, according to the brand. This portable speaker plays audio that is balanced, clear and has a deep bass, according to the brand. It has a 12-hour battery life and uses Bluetooth to pair with devices up to 30 feet away and can pair with multiple devices at once. Hate when your earbuds run out of juice? These wireless earbuds offer up to 36 hours of battery life, according to the brand. You can pair them with the Skillcandy app to fine-tune your audio experience. These earbuds are also water-resistant, thanks to an IPX4 rating. This toaster oven can double as an air fryer and is large enough to bake up to 20 cookies or roast a 12-pound turkey, according to the brand. You can cook on two levels inside the oven, and it has settings to bake, roast, air fry, reheat, dehydrate and toast. Along with the actual appliance, you get two wire racks, two baking sheets, a roast tray and an air fry basket. This 6-quart pressure cooker can steam, saute, slow cook, bake, sous vide, warm or sterilize — or be used as a rice cooker or yogurt maker. It also has a delay start function, which allows you to set a future cooking time up to 24 hours in advance. The lid and inner pot are dishwasher-safe, as is the steaming rack. These strips are an NBC Select Wellness Awards winner and one of our favorite whitening strip options. This box comes with 22 treatments. The no-slip strips keep them secure on your teeth, even if you want to talk or drink water while wearing them. This hair dryer comes with a concentrator attachment for styling and has technology that constantly measures temperature output to avoid frying your hair, according to the brand. Also nice: It weighs less than 2 pounds. Great for commuting or a weekend away, this backpack is made from water-resistant nylon and has a built-in padded laptop sleeve in the main compartment. The second zip compartment can be used to stash shoes or dirty laundry, and it has a water bottle sleeve on the outside that can fit up to a 32-ounce bottle, according to the brand. Best Prime Day sales on items facing tariffs Here are the best Prime Day sales on items facing tariffs to know about. Remember that not every item from a brand is discounted as described below. 20% off Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier 20% off Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Fan 40% off Ninja Foodi NeverStick 12-piece Cookware Set 44% off Hisense 40-inch Class A4 Series TV Best deals on items impacted by tariffs at other retailers Nordstrom: Up to 50% off Best Buy: Up to 50% off Walmart: Up to 50% off How I found the best Prime Day tariff deals All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select's previous coverage and reporting. I also included products the NBC Select staff tested, including Wellness Award, Travel Award, Pet Award, Bed & Bath Award and Giftable Tech Award winners. I ran each deal through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel to ensure products are at their lowest price in at least three months. All the products I recommend are highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews. Why trust NBC Select? I'm a writer at NBC Select who covers a variety of topics, including home, tech and beauty. I have been covering major shopping events like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday for over a decade. To round up the best discounts on items facing tariffs during Prime Day, I found highly rated products at their lowest price in at least three months.
