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23-04-2025
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29 Personal Care Products That'll Seriously Have You Covered
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Including a top-rated fungal nail renewal treatment, strengethening biotin shampoo, and the viral redness-reducing Lumify eye drops. 1. A super cute set of six silicone Kegel weights because pelvic floor exercises definitely count as a workout and can lead to great results like improved bladder control and, yup, more pleasurable sex. The silicone material means these kegel weights are very simple to clean, with either sex toy cleaners or mild soap and water. Promising review:"Since starting, my bladder control has significantly improved. I am now able to sneeze or cough without peeing myself. Yes, that's right. I am able to hold my pee longer, which means I can actually make it to the bathroom without dribbling on myself. The best part is that just a few short weeks into the program you will have results you can feel. I think [anyone] who has ever had kids should try this, out. The overall quality of my life has improved. Ditch your panty liners, stop the embarrassing dribbles, no more mad dashes to the rest room because of a weak bladder. Even my sex life has improved; I have control of those pelvic muscles now. Just remember to wash the weights before and after each use. Easy to use, easy to clean, stores away quickly." — Julie Tauber Get a set of six weights from Amazon for $49.98. 2. A fungal nail renewal treatment formulated with lactic acid, urea, and propylene glycol to help reduce discoloration, thicken your nails, and leave them looking smoother and healthier! It's truly a must if you've been looking for a solution to brittle toenails and other visible fungal damage that may be preventing you from confidently wearing open-toed shoes. Promising review:"I've been dealing with a bad fungus nail for about three years. I've been trying to use products off the shelf and bought one here, you know the ones with the brush. It never worked 'til I bought this one. Let me tell you, it only took just under a week to see GREAT results. It's pretty much gone and it's been less than two months. Buy it and don't think about it! You won't regret it!" — itslilac Get it from Amazon for $16.97+ (available with or without a nail file). 3. Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil for all skin types to help purge excess oily sebum, makeup, and blackheads from your pores. Some reviewers even use it as part of a double-cleansing method, which means washing their face with this (an oil-based cleanser) first, and then following up with a water-based cleanser for a skincare regimen that's influencer-worthy. BTW, even reviewers with acne-prone skin love this product and say it doesn't cause breakouts after use! Promising reviews: "This product is incredible. After one use, I noticed a difference. I am so impressed with it. I don't know what kind of sorcery this is, but I am happy it exists. If you've been buying products to get rid of blackheads and nothing is working, this will make you very happy." — A "I can't live without this cleansing oil; it's magic in a bottle. this is the only thing that's been able to clear the sebaceous filaments on my nose after consistent use daily!! it also helps the milia/filaments under my eyes! LOVE ITTTTT WHO LET ME LEAVE THE HOUSE WITHOUT DOUBLE CLEANSING AT NIGHT." — Sarah Coleman Get it from Amazon for $17.69. 4. A two-pack of dark spot fading bar soap with a revitalizing and hydrating blend of retinol, hyaluronic acid, shea butter, turmeric, and vitamins C and E for a hydrating cleanse to help even skin tone and reduce dark spots on your face, neck, and body if that's something you're looking to do. Say buh-bye to buying swim shorts if your inner thighs bother you (they certainly don't need to, we're pro embracing your dark spots!) — and either way, hello to bikini season! Promising review:"I'm big, so my inner thighs have always been darker than the other parts of my legs. I've tried other products for it but nothing has worked. I HAVE BEEN USING THIS SOAP FOR THREE DAYS AND OMG!!!! My inner thighs are SMOOTHER, and they are ALMOST THE SAME COLOR AS THE OTHER PARTS OF MY LEGS, I'M SO SO SO HAPPY!!!! I hate that I didn't take a before picture but trust me!!!! BUY IT!!!! My face also looks brighter and fresher, agghhh!!" — Daphney Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 5. A set of ingrown hair pads for exfoliating your underarms, legs, or bikini area after shaving with a blend of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, witch hazel, and aloe. The sensitive skin-friendly formula can help prevent irritation, razor bumps, and ingrown hairs from popping up when it seems like you just got down from the waxing table (even if it's been weeks, haha)! And these pads are vegan, silicone-, alcohol-, sulfate-, paraben-, and fragrance-free, as well as compostable! Promising reviews: "Works fast with consistency! I applied morning and night making sure to dry 100% before putting on clothes! I'm so happy with my results so far! I've been using it only for four days and my bumps / ingrowns have shrunk and faded! No new ingrowns since I've started! (Also using it with the KP Bump Eraser.) If you've been looking for something that works fast, give this a try — I think you'll be satisfied!!!" — Abby H "So for the past few years anytime I shaved my legs, I would end up with really itchy red bumps all over. They would itch so bad, I would scratch and would start to scar. ...I use [these] right after shaving and then the day after and I have not had itchy irritated legs since! I have tried so many things over the years and this is the only product that has worked so far. I can finally shave and have smooth legs!" — Haley Get a set of 28 from Amazon for $20+ (also available in a set of 60 and three-pack). 6. An aptly named antifungal "Wonder Balm" that'll help you tend to bothersome itchiness, such as jock itch or athlete's foot and, of course, very, very dry skin. The extra-strength, plant-based formula helps keep your skin protected as it works its magical-seeming relief. 7. And a deodorizing bar of tea tree soap created with lemongrass and eucalyptus oils to deliver a refreshing, moisturizing cleanse that also helps clear up fungal infections like jock itch and athlete's foot. If you're a frequent gym-goer or outdoor enthusiast, you'll want to keep this in your duffel bag to help combat sweat, dirt, and odors! Read more about tea tree oil: how it can help with athlete's foot from Mayo Clinic and jock itch from Cleveland Clinic. Solpri is a small business specializing in body care products for athletes. Promising review: "This soap lathers well, smells good, and makes skin feel clean and soft. Great for sweaty crevices and skin flareups. I had no problem with it melting too fast, just lather up a sponge/wash cloth and don't use the bar directly on your body with water spraying." — shelly Get a two-pack form Amazon for $17.99. 8. A bottle of sulfate-free Biotin shampoo created with a blend of botanical extracts to help thicken the appearance of your hair. Plus, since it's a clarifying shampoo, it also gets rid of product buildup on your scalp when you use it! Read more about how biotin shampoo could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:"I love this shampoo! I had gastric sleeve surgery and my hair was very, very thin. I started taking biotin and switched to biotin shampoo as recommended by my doctor. It doesn't make your hair grow by washing it but it makes your hair and roots stronger. And it worked. After using the whole bottle, my hair was stronger. I had a lot of new growth that was sticking around (the previous new growth fell out early on) and my hair was getting thicker. Eight months later, my hair is back to normal. It's longer and thicker than ever. I still use it twice a week and love it!" — Diane J. Huff Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in four sizes, three scents, and a two-pack). 9. Plus Mielle's (TikTok-famous) Rosemary Mint strengthening oil that's infused with biotin and a blend of jojoba, rosemary, and mint oils to help nourish and moisturize the scalp and skin — which can also help your hair when it comes to strength and growth! Tend to your tresses (the ones on your head *and* your brows) with the TLC they deserve, and you might just end up feeling like Ga-Linda every time you *toss toss*! According to the Cleveland Clinic, some researchers have found rosemary oil to be as effective at encouraging hair growth as Rogaine! And read more about how biotin could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "Legit magic in a bottle. Wish I could order this stuff by the gallon. Took a chance on this because I was desperate, having already spent so much money on luxury and drugstore products with little results. I use this as a pre-treatment on scalp and ends before I wash hair. Scalp has improved dramatically. I feel like there's not as much breakage/fallout, and my ends are fuller. (This is after like six months, but my scalp was better immediately.)" — Claire Blanchard Get it from Amazon for $9.97 10. A pair of teeth-whitening pens to help remove years (!!!) of staining from your pearly whites, simply by applying a thin layer twice a day! Coffee, red wine, chocolate, and other things that stain your teeth no longer have to be your nemesis after adding this pen to your routine — you'll wish you started using this years ago! Each pen can be used up to 20 times. Promising review:"I have extremely sensitive teeth from over-whitening in high school but this product has been such a lifesaver! I am a daily black coffee and red wine [drinker] so my teeth have taken a toll as far as staining goes. Seriously, I was very hesitant on getting this because of how sensitive my teeth are but I wish I got it sooner! This is such a great product!" — Mimi Doherty Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.33+ (also available in packs of four or individually). 11. A bottle of signature Fur Oil for softening and cleansing pubic hair and skin to tackle those pesky ingrowns and deliver more moisturized and smoother skin below the belt. Lots of reviewers nabbed this on recommendation from their go-to wax professionals and swear by using it in their post-wax routine! Promising reviews:"I am prone to ingrown hairs. I have VERY coarse pubic hair and every time I shave, I get razor bumps and ingrown hairs as the hair starts to grow back. Very embarrassing. This has led me to lean more toward trimming that shaving. I decided to try to shave one more time — well, I used Nair and removed my pubic hair from my genital area. I used Fur Oil every day morning and night after the removal, and even as the hair grows back and beyond. I would also exfoliate the area about two to three times a week with a coffee scrub that I got on here. The hair has started to grow back with zero bumps or ingrown hairs. It has actually been over a month and still no issues. This has never happened to me before. I have never not removed hair down there and not had ingrown hairs and hair bumps. This is a new experience for me, and I am loving it. I have even removed hair again since then and still no problems. My only complaint is the size of the bottle, and the smell is so-so. It is a very small bottle for the price. I will continue to use this combination of products, though, because I know it works. I am satisfied." — In the know "Recommended to me by my waxer. I was a little hesitant at first because it's pretty expensive, but I haven't had a single ingrown hair since using this oil. I am diligent on application of the oil, and it's been great. It lasts — I've been using it for about two months, and there's still a ton in the bottle." — Megan Harmeyer Get it from Amazon for $28+ (available in two sizes). 12. An easy-to-use ear washer bottle designed to single-handedly (literally) irrigate built-up ear wax from your canals in a similar fashion that a doctor would in an office! Fill the bottle with an ear cleaning solution, apply one of the included disposable tips, place it in your ear, and squeeze the trigger to deliver some much-needed relief. Do you hear that? ...Well, after a thorough cleaning, you can! Included in the kit is the washer bottle and three disposable tips. You can fill the bottle with your preferred ear cleaning solution, and the combination of the solution and targeted application will help loosen up ear wax, so it just falls right out! Doctor Easy is a small business by a doctor who wanted to create better methods for treating patients' impacted earwax issues. Promising review:"Gross photos. My husband has had a lot of earwax impaction problems in his life and up until this point we have paid to have a professional take care of it. But recently, he suddenly lost about 80% of his hearing and just couldn't wait for an appointment so we bought this item. From the reviews I have read it was a particularly easy solution for my husband. Nasty huge chunks start falling out after just a couple of squirts. Cleared everything out, no problem. Highly recommend." — Tea Get it from Amazon for $29.50. 13. Or a bottle of earwax removal drops if you're constantly feeling plugged up and want to do something about it without making a doctor's appointment (and shelling out for a hefty copay). This easy-to-use microfoaming carbamide peroxide solution begins working in seconds to loosen up hardened earwax, so you can flush it away and enjoy massive relief. BTW to properly irrigate your ear after using these drops, you'll need either a classic bulb syringe or this fancier, quad-stream syringe designed specifically for wax removal. Promising review:"Folks. Buy it. This is like head lice treatment. If you are looking at it and thinking about it, YOU NEED IT. And this stuff. Is. Awesome. Literally chunks of ear wax came out of my ear holes the SIZE OF CORN KERNELS. Where was this coming from? Why is my body making so much wax? Where was it being stored, because I did NOT think ear canals were that spacious, but apparently there are some storage closets in there or something because HOLY MARY MOTHER OF GOD the ear nuggets are real. My ears feel so squeaky clean! And get this, my hair makes sounds. Like I put it up in a hair tie afterward, and I could HEAR MY HAIR MOVING ON MY HEAD. What is that?! Seriously?! If you also did not know that moving hair creates a sound, you need to buy this product ASAP." — Samantha Get it from Amazon for $6.99. 14. Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence, a top-rated, highly-concentrated serum made up of 96.3% snail secretion for a lightweight formula that helps hydrate and restore dry, dull skin, leaving you with a glowing complexion. Whoever thought about adopting a snail's skincare "secret" might actually be a genius. Promising review: " Skincare game changer. I started using this two years ago, and this product has transformed my skin completely! I have dull, dry skin and this helps hydrate and makes my complexion look healthy and hydrated. I use this under my moisturizer day and night." — Nhi Luu Get it from Amazon for $19.20. 15. Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, which is under $10 *and* has a massive cult following. This gel is practically witchcraft for how well it minimizes swelling and puffiness. This skincare favorite will seriously have you covered after late nights at the office, meeting deadlines before the end of the quarter! 😩 Promising reviews:"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 love all the Good Molecules products." — Hayden Smith "Saw this on TikTok and decided to give it a try since the price was amazing. OMG, buy it. I've always had dark circles under my eyes and now fine lines and crow's-feet. While this doesn't completely eliminate my dark circles, the fine lines are really diminished. It wears extremely well under makeup and doesn't feel cakey or like there's a ton of product on." — K. Grant Get it from Amazon for $5.98. 16. And Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener that's designed with a lightweight, color-balancing formula infused with hydrating hyaluronic acid and nourishing shea butter for a reliable coverage solution. Color-balancing in makeup is truly nothing short of practical if it can disappear dark circles and under-eye bags! Because of the color-balancing, each of the shade options is designed to work with a range of skin tones. For example, the light rose would be best for fairer skin and the dark mocha hue would work for deeper skin tones. 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 three shades). 17. A popular Eos body lotion beloved by reviewers for its lightweight formula, boasting a blend of skin-loving oils and moisturizing shea butter that leaves your skin silky smooth. Plus, it comes in an assortment of smells so delectable, there's no wonder it's constantly on Amazon's "Trending Best Sellers" list! Trust me, you'll be obsessed *and* moisturized! The most popular scent is their vanilla cashmere, which boasts notes of whipped vanilla, musk, and caramel. Other scents include "coconut waters" (notes of creamy coconut hibiscus) and "fresh and dewy" (a light blend of musk and cassis). Promising review:"Love this lotion. It is very thick and hydrating. Easy to apply. My skin feels very moisturized after application. The smell is definitely the best part. I have sensitive skin, so I struggle to find scented lotion that I like, but this one has not caused any flare-ups on my skin." — Jaquelin g. Get it from Amazon for $8.98 (available in four scents). 18. A hydrating lip-plumping gloss duo featuring a ginger-infused plumping gloss to deliver expensive-looking volume to your pout by day, and a secondary, minty overnight mask so your lips can be nourished and softened after a full day of giving '90s no-makeup makeup look perfection. No fillers necessary! 19. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that effortlessly aids in the removal of calluses, cracks, and dead skin from your soles and heels. It also boasts glycerin for softening and hydrating the skin afterward. With this in your arsenal, you'll be ready to embrace sandal and flip-flop season arms wide open! To use this, simply presoak your feet, apply the gel, let sit for 5–10 minutes, and rinse! It's recommended to use this product in tandem with a foot file afterward to make sure no gel residue or dead skin remains! Promising review:"Best product I've ever got from Amazon. This thing is really what everyone said it is: MAGIC. I cannot believe after one use the results of my callouses, just years and years of pain, shaved down without any surgical treatment! WOW! I seriously have no words. If I could give this product 1 million stars, I would. If you're someone who's had horrible calloused feet for years, PLEASE BUY THIS!" — Jess Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three scents and in packs of two). 20. Lumify Eye Drops to help reduce redness in record time. It didn't climb its way to being a number one seller for no reason — according to reviewers, you see results in just minutes! 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. Check out a TikTok of the eye drops in action. Promising review:"I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I've used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness." — Angela Leonard Get it from Amazon for $11.93 21. Some dual-sided large shower wipes designed with soothing aloe, chamomile, and vitamin E if you want to wipe down and wash up in the airport restroom after stepping off a 14-hour flight before *finally* starting your much-needed vacay. One side is soft and smooth, while the other has "funk beads" to help with scrubbing and exfoliating to make sure dirt, sweat, and odors don't linger! These wipes are alcohol-, phthalate-, paraben-, and sulfate-free! They also come individually wrapped, so you can keep one in a backpack, gym bag, or purse! BTW — these are from the same creators of the popular SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes! Promising reviews: "I use these wipes every time after playing a round of golf and they are excellent at what they do. Takes the sweat, dirt, sunscreen, mosquitoes repellent and anything else off my body and makes [me] feel fresh again whenever I can't go home to shower. I don't have to worry if I look grimy in the office or anywhere I'm heading after." — Mr. Turyman "Second purchase and I love bringing these camping! It has an exfoliating side, so I feel clean after using it and pleased to see how much dirt it picks up after a weekend in the woods!" — Rachel Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $9.99. 22. A pack of medicated, waterproof wart-removing pads to help protect your warts while also helping exfoliate them from your skin if freezing hasn't been giving you the results you want. Over 35,000 customers have rated these five stars for their jaw-dropping results (some after just one application)! Promising review:"I had a wart on my finger that I had been trying to get rid of for a while. I used all different kinds of freezing medicines and wart removers and ended up with this as a last resort before going to a doctor. These had my wart come off my finger within a week — no pain, literally just came off when I decided to change my bandaid. Amazing!!" — K Pic Get a 14-pack from Amazon for $7.29+ (available in three styles). 23. A stainless-steel blackhead spatula which uses high-frequency vibrations to help unclog pores and exfoliate your skin. After each cleaning cycle, your face will be readily prepped to absorb skincare products and makeup better, leaving you with a more even complexion! ✨ Each cycle runs for just five minutes before automatically shutting off, and TBH that's all you need for a satisfying daily clean! See it in action on TikTok here. I got a facial a couple of years ago and I could tell something was different about my extractions, so I asked the aesthetician to write down the name of the product. I went home and immediately bought this! I LOVE IT. I love it more than any other skincare tool that I own. This thing gets gunk out like nothing I've ever tried before, and the first time I used it, I was absolutely disgusted. But I kept on using it. I don't have much acne, but I do have oily combination skin and visibly clogged pores, so this has been a lifesaver when I don't have time to visit an aesthetician. You have to use it while your face is still wet, so after washing your face or even using toner, and you just start scraping. Make sure you have a paper towel near (and maybe a camera) because you will be amazed and disgusted all at once, but you will literally never stop using. I use mine every other day to once a week if I'm having skincare issues, but it also does a great job with monthly use (it's just much grosser)! I follow mine up with Clinique's Clarifying Lotion 3 and Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel! Promising review:"After using this product I have noticed a clarity of my skin that I did not have before. My makeup glides on. People have told me skin looks glowy." — Valerie Santos Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three colors). 24. A bottle of Bio-Oil that helps fade scars, stretch marks, dark spots, and acne marks. You'll be oh-so-grateful to have a bottle of this magical product on hand to help minimize post-surgery scars once you've finally recovered from tearing your ACL playing corporate kickball! Its moisturizing, multipurpose formula features rosemary, chamomile, and lavender oils, along with vitamins A and E, for a skin-soothing all-over oil. Promising reviews:"This is the first Amazon review I've ever written. I've been using this oil for less than a week and I've noticed SIGNIFICANT improvement in the quality of my skin. I've had deep stretch marks for over 10 years now as a result of puberty and have tried everything to improve their appearance. Nothing had worked until this! After only a few days of use, my old white stretch marks are looking less noticeable. I've also had dark spots on my thighs as a result of ingrowns and razor burn for years as well and those are fading with incredible speed. I will definitely be purchasing this again!" — Torie "My daughter got bit by a dog over the summer and we tried EVERYTHING to help with her scars. The day after we started using Bio-Oil the redness started to disappear. Now after only three weeks, some of the minor scars are gone and the more major scars are visually reducing day by day!" — Hvej Get a 2-oz. bottle from Amazon for $11.12+ (also available in 6.7 oz. and 4.2 oz.). 25. A CeraVe salicylic acid body wash to gently exfoliate your skin and help eliminate KP bumps (also known as "strawberry skin"). Plus, its formula boasts a blend of hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which are great for keeping your skin hydrated and looking its best! 26. Plus, an acne-clearing lotion created especially for your bum that features an anti-bacterial and moisturizing formula with tea tree oil to help reduce breakouts. Time to add more thongs to your underwear drawer and show off that rear! Read more about how tea tree oil can help with acne from Mayo Clinic. Promising review:"This product works, but takes time! I have really bad stubborn acne on my butt and thighs... this product did not clear them up right away, considering I have bad acne so that was to be expected. I am now on week three and am finally noticing a difference in the acne. It is actually mostly clear! if you are willing to wait for the results then this is a good product for you. I noticed if you stop using (which I did for a period of time) the acne does come back! So I would use for awhile after skin has healed as well. This is definitely needed for summer time! Thank you so much for making this product, seems to be the only thing that worked for me!" — Anonymous Get it from Amazon for $24.99. 27. A powerhouse trio of serums: retinol, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid, which work together to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as brighten, smooth, hydrate, *and* plump your skin for a glowing complexion. Make sure to follow the guidelines from the brand on how to use these three products together for best results! Promising review: "I'm in my mid-30s and realized it was time to step up my skincare game. I always looked younger than my age, but recently that's worn off a bit and makeup remover wipes and argan oil at night weren't cutting it. I happened across this trio and, for the price, thought I'd give it a try. My skin feels AMAZING!!! This trio is worth every penny. I don't even feel like I have to wear makeup all the time anymore and when I do, it goes on so much smoother. This is definitely going to be part of my routine for years to come!" — Caitlin Get the pack of three from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in other sets). 28. An assorted set of precision tweezers that allow you to touch up and groom your brows by hand or quickly remove pesky chin hairs at home, on the go, or even as one reviewer did: in the carpool lane! The set includes four styles of tweezers, each of which is designed for grabbing different types of hair and expert-level shaping. Each set includes a pair of pointed tip, slant tip, flat tip, and angle tip tweezers, an eyebrow razor, curved eyebrow scissors, a dual-ended spoolie brush, and a carrying case. Promising review: "I bought this kit because the pair of tweezers I had couldn't get a single hair anymore. This set is SO amazing, I'm really glad I purchased it!! I tweezed my eyebrows, any hairs on my upper lip, and chin all in a quarter of the time it would've taken me with my old tweezers and each pair had a separate use which made everything so much easier. My eyebrows looked horrible before and now I'm finally so happy with them. My only complaint is that the razor and spoolie don't fit in the actual bag with the tweezers and scissors so it's a bit difficult to take them with me if needed." — unicornfountain Get it from Amazon for $6.64+ (available in four colors). 29. A nail strengthening cream to help condition cuticles and promote nail growth with a nourishing combination of urea, shea butter, coconut oil, beeswax, and other moisturizing and reparative ingredients. With consistent use, you'll be showing off your IG-worthy manicures in no time! Promising review:"My natural nails are thin and brittle, and have a tendency to split, peel, and break. Consequently, I wore acrylic nails for several years until I got tired of leaving so much money at the nail salon. When I soaked off the acrylics, my nails were, of course, worse than ever, and nothing I tried seemed to restore them to even their original condition until I found Hard as Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream. I rub this into my cuticles and nail beds several time a day and after two months my nails are hard and much thicker with no breaking or splitting. For the first time since I took off the acrylics, my nails are growing past my fingertips. This cream is a keeper, just ordered my second jar and I'll never again be without it." — M. Hill Get it from Amazon for $8.88+ (available in two scents).
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22-02-2025
- Health
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If You're Finally In Your 30s, Don't Be Scared, Just Make Sure You Have These 35 Things
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · Buck up, kiddo. I 1. A set of silicone Kegel weights because doing pelvic floor exercises can help you better control your bladder and have more pleasurable sex. Read more about Kegel exercises at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:"Since starting, my bladder control has significantly improved. I am now able to sneeze or cough without peeing myself. Yes, that's right. I am able to hold my pee longer, which means I can actually make it to the bathroom without dribbling on myself. The best part is that just a few short weeks into the program, you will have results that you can feel. I think anyone who has ever had kids should try this out. The overall quality of my life has improved. Ditch your panty liners, stop the embarrassing dribbles, and no more mad dashes to the restroom because of a weak bladder. Even my sex life has improved; I have control of those pelvic muscles now. Just remember to wash the weights before and after each use with an antibacterial spray, and allow time to air dry before putting them away. I say air dry because if you wipe them dry with a cloth you run the risk of giving yourself a bladder infection or urinary tract infection, and those are no laughing matter. Easy to use, easy to clean, stores away quickly." — Julie Tauber Get a set of six weights from Amazon for $49.98. 2. A pair of soft silicone Loop noise-reduction earplugs if you've become sensitive to any loud/distracting/annoying sounds entering your space as you've gotten older (looking at you, engine-revving motorcyclists!). These can help block out distracting sounds so you can focus on close conversations and whatever tasks you have to get done. Amazon Promising review:"I work in a laboratory, so I am constantly surrounded by lots of sounds varying in pitch and frequency, which can be very overwhelming, especially for someone with noise sensitivities. I have had several people recommend these to me, so I decided to give them a try. I am so happy I did! When I put these in, it feels like I'm coming into my peaceful little bubble. They allow me to have a higher tolerance for noise and have overall reduced my stress and overstimulation of the environment I'm in. It seems like they do a good job at blocking out noises I personally find the most distressing (ie. high pitched, constant noises)." — Makayla Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in seven colors; check out Loop's Amazon Storefront for more options related to concerts, offices, and parenting). 3. A skin-firming neck and chest Gold Bond cream designed to help improve the texture, elasticity, and appearance of your skin. Plus, it's got hyaluronic acid to keep your skin hydrated. If you've never thought to add your neck and chest to your skincare routine, now might be the time to start. Promising review:"I've been using this for five days, and I can't believe how much it's helped with the saggy skin under my chin. I'm 37, and I've been using various products, but nothing was making a difference, and my skin continued to get loose in that area. I came across this, looked at the reviews, and decided to try it, though I honestly wasn't sure it would work for me, considering other things I've tried that haven't helped. I can't even express how much better I feel now. I have no idea how this cream works and actually tightens up the skin, but I'm so grateful. I'm no longer self-conscious about it, and I actually like looking in the mirror now and not seeing the extra skin hanging from the bottom of my chin." — 📚#WHYCHOOSE Get it from Amazon for $11.97. 4. A pack of 100+ light-dimming sheets so your digital alarm clock doesn't keep you up with its glaring numbers. Oh the irony. Promising review:"These are simply awesome! Such a small thing can make such a big difference. At night when I opened my eyes, I was flooded by little dots of light intruding my space from all my electronics: the TV and cable receiver, the modem, the routers, the electric blanket control switch, the microwave, the smoke alarms, cell phones, etc. And it doesn't take much to interfere with a good night's sleep. These will mute and soften those bright lights so they don't bother you anymore. Thanks for a great 'little size, big results' product!" — Ziapetlady Get it from Amazon for $3.99. 5. A pack of two durable legging organizers because your collection of leggings has just been stuffed in a drawer, taking up space and getting super scrunched up. Make it easier to grab your favorite pair from your closet! Promising review:"I bought these because I have limited closet space. The ability to hang 20 pairs of leggings saves me tons of room. I also like the clips that hold the leggings; they do not leave marks on the waistband!" — Sarah Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two colors and a pack of four). 6. A non-greasy CeraVe under-eye cream that contains hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to helps hydrate and soothe skin, and may leave you with brighter and less puffy under-eyes. Promising review:"This has truly been a savior for my under-eye concerns. It works wonders on dark circles and puffiness, leaving my delicate eye area feeling nourished and rejuvenated. The gentle formula doesn't irritate, and I've noticed a significant improvement in the overall texture and appearance of my skin. A must-have in my skincare routine!" — Veronica Smith Get it from Amazon for $14.44. 7. A pack of four cactus-shaped dryer balls to make sure your clothes and bedsheets dry evenly and completely. Plus, they're reusable and just so darn cute! Promising review:"These are the only dryer balls I've found that actually made me not need fabric softener sheets. It cuts down on static, and I don't find pet fur clinging to my clothes when I pull them out of the dryer." — Tianhui Fan Get them from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five styles and larger pack sizes). 8. A pack of four duster sponges you simply dampen and then you're ready to clean! It's that easy. Watch as it catches and removes dust, debris, hair, and stains around your home. Promising review:"I am a bit of a neat freak. These have been soooo useful for cleaning my baseboards, blinds, and fans. They can be used on really any surface, but they are specifically good in those spots. They can be submerged in warm, soapy water and reused over and over again. They are comparable to the Scrub Daddy damp dusters. There are a bunch of them in the box, and they are all individually wrapped. A great deal and a great product!" — Bryn Get them from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six color combinations and three pack sizes). 9. A bottle of Wet & Forget shower cleaner because no one wants to scrub their bathtub clean. With this, you'll just spray it on, wait 8–12 hours, then rinse it off. Super easy! Promising review: 'I have well water. Something in my well water reacts with copper plumbing and turns my shower tiles blue. Since my bathroom color scheme isn't on the blue spectrum, this is problematic. The well water also causes the shower glass to film up quickly. I've tried dozens and dozens of cleaners and scrubbed 'til my arms ached, trying to get ahead of the blue and scumminess. My ambition in life is NOT to be a full-time bathroom scrubber! I saw this stuff on a professional house cleaner's TikTok (sorry, I don't remember which one) and thought, 'What the heck, might as well give it a try.' Oh my goodness, the first day after my shower, I sprayed this stuff all over and walked away. The next morning, there was a NOTICEABLE reduction in the blue, and the glass looked clearer, too. On day two, I sprayed again and walked away. The next morning, the blue was gone except for a few spots on the floor tile, and the glass looked amazing. On day three, I sprayed the remaining spots, and the next morning, the shower practically looked new. NO SCRUBBING AT ALL!!!! This is my new favorite shower cleaner. The ONLY con I have is that it makes me sneeze while I'm spraying from inside the shower, but I can live with that.' — L. J. Petillo Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in two sizes, two scents, and a pack of two). 10. A bottle of Feed-N-Wax wood polish that'll not only enhance your floor and furniture's shine, but also layer them with a protective coating of carnauba wax and beeswax, so there's less polishing for you to do in the future. Promising review:"I LOVED using this in my kitchen. It made my cabinets look like they were recently redone. I didn't do anything extra; I just wiped my cabinets with my normal cleaner and then used this, and like magic, my kitchen was brand-new. I also used it on some shelving, banisters, and my hutch; they all looked amazing. And the hutch wasn't as annoying to dust for a while." — tiffany b Get it from Amazon for $9.98. 11. A vegan K-beauty facial cleanser formulated with rice water to help brighten and hydrate skin. This rich, foaming cleanser will also help smooth out your skin. Promising review:"Doesn't irritate my skin at all. Amazing quality. Easy to use. Doesn't break me out at all. Removes all the dirt and grime off my face. Leaves my skin looking much brighter and helps remove that 'I never sleep' look." — Aurora James Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes). 12. A pet hair remover so you can reclaim your couch from the mob of fur that's been calling it home in a few quick swipes. And because it doesn't use disposable adhesive strips, you can use this thing over and over and over and over and... Promising review:"I've had it in my possession for like two hours, and I've cleaned everything. The couch, the blinds, the cat tree pad, the chair; I'm obsessed. I feel like this thing should win an award for being so awesome. I feel like it should be in raffle baskets and giveaways and silent auctions for every event that highlights 'things cat people need.' It's better than those sticky rollers; it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." — Meowser Check out our ChomChom pet hair remover review for more deets! Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors). 13. A pack of K-Cup cleaners if you haven't cleaned your machine in awhile and your coffee hasn't been tasting quite like coffee lately. Pop one of these nontoxic cups into your Keurig to give it the deep clean it's been needing. Promising review: 'I had no idea that cleaning a Keurig was a thing. I bought these because I saw them on TikTok, believe it or not. I wanted to give it a go because my Keurig isn't that old and I didn't think it would do anything. IT WORKS SO WELL! My Keurig wasn't as nasty as some I've seen luckily. I would highly recommend. Keeps everything running correctly and clean.' — Lauren Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.95. 14. A wine wand designed to remove 90% of histamines and sulfites, which can be responsible for headaches and upset stomachs. And not only is it super portable (yes, take it with you on your girls' trip to the vineyard), but it can also aerate your wine! Read more about sulfite allergies and wine at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:" I will admit, I was a bit skeptical before I purchased these. My boyfriend has never been able to drink wine due to an allergy to the sulfites. He has tried several times over the years with both red wine and white wine, but after one sip, he would begin to get itchy and wheezy. I have always been a wine drinker and recently moved to San Francisco. I have been thoroughly enjoying living so close to Napa and Sonoma. I decided there had to be a solution, and Amazon did not disappoint. These wands are super easy to use and we have been able to enjoy multiple bottles of wine together with no reactions! I can even tell that it aerates very well and helps bring out some of the flavors when I compare our glasses to each other. I would definitely recommend!!" — Amanda Taylor Get a 3-pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in larger pack sizes). 15. The Pink Stuff cleaning paste because no sticky saucepans, streaky stainless steel, or gunked-up glass shall prosper against you! This versatile and easy-to-use paste has got you covered from your caked-on stovetop to your dirty rain boots. It can even remove those colorful drawings your kids left on your white walls! Promising reviews:"I have never seen my sink so clean! It removed the limescale with a regular wash cloth and a little scrubbing." — Cndrla "I need this in bulk!! I have tried so many cleaning solutions to get out hard cooking stains on my stove top and nothing worked! This stuff took it right out without a problem!!" — Micaela Gunderson Get it from Amazon for $5.97. 16. A hydrating Dr. Scholl's heel repair balm that'll help soothe dry feet and fill heel cracks. If your feet need deep-penetrating moisture, this hydrating balm might do the trick. Promising review:"I have a history with dry, very cracked, crocodile-like (lol!) heels. My heels were so hard and cracked that they would cause tears in my sheets and socks. I have tried [a million] products. All of them worked for like a hot minute. This though. This has CHANGED my feet!!! I went through a regimen of applying it daily after a shower and putting socks on. The texture of my feet gradually got smoother and smoother, and now they feel and look like normal feet!!!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $6.47. 17. And three pairs of self-heating Dr. Scholl's foot masks formulated with shea butter to help moisturize, and essential oils to help soothe and calm. Just wear these masks for 30 minutes to get some much-deserved relief and relaxation. Amazon Promising review:"After some shoes killed my feet after walking all day in Europe, this foot mask saved the day. It felt AMAZING on my feet and helped me recover a lot faster than just taking ibuprofen. Don't travel abroad without this!" — Maria Get it from Amazon for $11.97. 18. A water-based instant carpet spot remover since it'll erase life's little messes in the blink of an eye. Those stubborn wine, pet, coffee, food, and dirt stains will be a thing of the past! Promising review:"The only reason I'm giving the Folex 5 stars is because there's no place to give it 10. My dog, Sweetie, while playing on the tan carpeting in the family room, got hold of a blue Pilot G2 pen and chewed through the outer casing and the ink cartridge, leaving an approximately 6-inch by 12-inch area of carpeting splotched with blue ink. It took four or five applications, but following the label instructions to the letter, the spot was totally removed. Way to go, Folex. Outstanding!" — Bob Get it from Amazon for $6.33. 19. A water-resistant insulated water bottle carrier because you've got a day full of walks, hikes, and errand-running to attend to and staying hydrated for all of that is simply necessary. Promising review:"Very handy when traveling or at the gym! I got this one after getting a different brand that is smaller. I love the extra pockets on this and the roomie section for ANY water bottle or a smaller water bottle and other stuff. The zipped pocket holds my iPhone Max just fine. Just took this on a cruise and several people commented wishing they had one. So much easier than a backpack or something for your water bottle." — Judy Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 14 colors). 20. Shower curtain rings with separate hangers for your curtain and liner that will make taking them down and switching them out so much faster and easier. Some reviewers even use these to hang their pants/jeans! Promising review:"This is one of those items you didn't know you needed, and once you get it you can't help but wonder how you ever managed before. I absolutely hate taking the shower curtains off because of the whole open and close for multiple shower curtains. I know you're like, 'It's just shower curtain hooks.' And it is. But when you have to change out the creepy shower liner that likes to attack you, and you dread doing so, this just adds seconds to your life. No more unsnapping. Simply take out the liner, place the liner on the appropriate hook, and presto." — Nardsbaby Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 16 colors). 21. A glasses lens cleaner made with carbon microfiber to gently remove streaks and smudges. Amazon Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and wanted to get it. I wear glasses daily and often don't realize how dirty they are until I see a reflection through them. I've used cloths before, but they get weirdly oily and leave smear marks. This does not. I love it so much, and I don't lose it in my purse." — Clair F Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 21 colors). 22. A tube of Nerdwax if your glasses love to slide down the bridge of your nose like a 2-year-old on a playground. This will create a layer of friction between your glasses and skin, allowing your glasses to stay put for as long as all frickin' day. Amazon Nerdwax is a US-based small business that specializes in all-natural anti-slip eyewear products. Promising review:"I can see why it's one of the most successful products seen on Shark Tank. Truly a game changer. I thought I would forever struggle with my glasses moving down my nose all day long, but this really keeps them put! One less annoyance to deal with while wearing glasses. I already know I'll be a lifelong customer for this product." — M.L. Gomez Get it from Nerdwax on Amazon for $9.99. 23. A reparative K-beauty snail mucin essence with a hydrating and hypoallergenic formula that can potentially help lighten dark spots and fine lines. Promising review:"I was skeptical because I thought this was just an overhyped item, but within the first two days, I saw a noticeable difference in the glow and texture of my face. After a week, even more so. I already have a pretty solid skincare routine so I didn't think this would make the big impact that it did. I highly recommend, and it will definitely be a staple of my routine from now on." — andy Get it from Amazon for $18.95. 24. A pair of fleece-lined Crocs because your feet deserve comfort all year long. This cozy spin on a classic will keep your toes nice and warm. Promising review: "Magic for your feet! I never thought I'd be a Crocs person, but after a year of only wearing slippers during COVID-19, my feet were not doing well. I wanted something soft and warm, like a slipper, but with arch support and a durable sole. Didn't realize that was going to be so hard to find! They're warm enough to run around without socks in spring and fall but work great with adding socks of all sorts of thicknesses for the winter. There's a reason people that spend all of their day on their feet swear by these shoes; I'm starting to understand why." — airmcghie Get them from Amazon for $37.80+ (available in women's sizes 4–17/men's sizes 2–15 and 34 colors). And if you're more into fur than fleece, Crocs makes faux fur-lined platform Crocs too! 25. A saline nasal gel formulated with aloe to help soothe irritated and dry noses. Whether it's allergies or winter dryness that's got your nose feeling blue, this nongreasy gel will give you some comfort. Promising review:"I don't like to talk about it, but every year, my nose becomes super dry to the point where I sometimes get a bloody nose. I usually use some squeeze saline, but it got so bad this year that I decided to get this gel. A dab on a finger or a swab and my nose is hydrated, moistened, and not dry as a desert. No winter bloody noses! It is very light, is not slimy or like Vaseline, and it does not have any smell." — Catherine Get it from Amazon for $3.62. 26. A bottle-emptying kit so you can get every last drop of that $$$ serum you treated yourself to. These reusable caps will help save you lots more $$$. The kit comes with six adapters (to make them fit various bottle neck sizes) and six purple dispensing stands. Promising review:"This is such a great tool for using every last bit of product and reducing waste. We used this on a bottle of lotion that we thought was empty but got nearly six more months out of it when we put this on. We were shocked. I use this for my shampoo and anything else that I can think of." — Felishia Rae Get the kit from Amazon for $19.99 (available in smaller packs). 27. A pack of eight space-saver bags that are simply essential for traveling. These airtight bags don't require a vacuum or pump and can fit easily in a backpack or suitcase. Or use them to store out-of-season clothes in your closet. Fellow BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord swears by these: " HELLO, I AM OBSESSED WITH THESE. Despite all the rave reviews I was definitely skeptical of space-saving bags that didn't require a vacuum, and even as they were actively squishing my clothes into oblivion I still couldn't quite believe it. I had easily two suitcases worth of clothes I wanted to pack for a three-week trip to London, and I managed to neatly pack the entirety of my wardrobe in one roller carry-on bag. Truly all I had to do was put my clothes in the bag, push them to the bottom, and then sit on it to get the air out before sealing it up. I had tons of extra bags and make a habit of taking them with me in case other people joining me on trips need them to be able to pack souvenirs on the way home. I'm never taking a long trip without these again — these are worth every damn penny." Promising review:"These work great. I use them for travel and for storing clothes in the attic between seasons! And they don't rip or tear!" — Deeda Get it from Amazon for $15.98. 28. A pack of two flexible dryer vent cleaners because there's likely a bunch of trapped lint causing your clothes to still come out kinda damp. Use this to get all that fuzz out, which will also help to prevent dryer fires! Promising review:"I clean my dryer vent after every single use. I was shocked to see so much lint and dust come out! It was very simple to use and it really works! I kept one for myself and gave the other to my daughter." — Shari Schmidt Get it from Amazon for $8.49. 29. An orthopedic knee pillow for all you side sleepers out there. It can provide your knees with extra comfort and support and could potentially help relieve back, sciatica, and hip pain. Because, sorry, you're not 15 anymore and your bones have been trying to tell you that. Read more about the best sleeping positions for pain at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:"I'm a side sleeper and have had hip pain that kept me from sleeping all night for a long time. I used a regular pillow between my knees, but it didn't cut it. So, I decided to just try this pillow. It has made all the difference in my sleep. Hip pain no longer disrupts my sleep." — C. Bingham Get it from Amazon for $21.49+ (available in two sizes and two styles). 30. A padded wire-free bra with drawstrings that'll allow you to adjust the amount of cleavage you wanna show. This bra also features soft foam lining for comfort and an added lil' ~push up~. A reader just like you bought these and likes them so much they left a comment saying so: "I stumbled upon a review for this bra in one of your posts, immediately headed to Amazon to check it out for myself, and omg, I had to immediately order one because for the price, why not, right?! Well, it came in, and I loved it so much that I had to order more. No more overpaying for the Bombshells from Victoria's Secret; these bras are hands down way better and also only a fraction of the cost! I cannot say enough good things about them. I absolutely love them!" — shelbypeach Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in band sizes 32–40, cup sizes A–D, and 10 colors). 32. An egg cracker and spoon rest because you gotta crack a few eggs if you wanna make an omelet, and the way you've been doing it has led to bits of eggshells in your mouth... Amazon Promising review:"I absolutely cannot believe I'm doing this. I got this because I am ALWAYS having to pick out the shell when I crack an egg, whether for breakfast or my baking. Since buying this, I have cracked dozens of eggs without ANY shells in it. To say I am happy is an understatement. If you don't have one you should rush to get one. We are going to get them for wedding gifts when we know that the couple loves to do their own cooking. Kudos to whoever thought of this. It works perfectly, every time." — Edwin Myers Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five colors and packs of three). 33. A set of YogaToes gem-shaped toe stretchers that may help with bunion, hammer toe, or plantar fasciitis pain. Check with your doctor before starting any new personal care regimen. Note: these should be worn barefoot and not while wearing any shoes. Promising review:"I have an overlapping toe and a bunion that started forming on one foot. I use the YogaToes daily for 15–30 minutes to help create space between the toes and relax the feet. I love how my feet feel when I take them off and walk around. My feet feel stronger and more relaxed. I am a fitness instructor and also teach yoga. I use them before class for a few minutes. They help me feel more grounded as I move." — Deirdre Sherman Get it from Amazon for $36.95. 34. A portable Bissell multipurpose carpet cleaner to take care of those spots and stains on your carpets, couches, and more. It's got powerful spray and suction so those stubborn messes will be gone in mere moments. Deep clean made easy! Promising review: "Yup, saw it on TikTok and had to buy it. My car's upholstery was so dirty from my dogs and years of NOT getting it deep cleaned. This is a game-changer. I should've taken a before and after because it was awesome. Not to mention how satisfying it is seeing the dirty water get sucked back into the tank. Easy to prep. Easy to use. Easy to clean. I definitely recommend" — Taylor L. Get it from Amazon for $98.59. 35. A makeup-correcting stick because having to completely remove your makeup to correct a mistake wastes time you simply do not have. Plus, it's infused with anti-inflammatory vitamin E. Promising review:"Why didn't someone think of this sooner? For years, I've been using cotton buds dipped in makeup remover to remove little goofs or mistakes. This is so much better and portable! Erases waterproof mascara marks around my eyes easily. Must-buy product!!" — Katherine Get it from Amazon for $7.03. The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
