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    28 Genius Products That Are Basically Life Hacks

    Including a shower-friendly phone case and some deep-cleaning Nespresso pods!

    1. This clever tech pillow lets you fall asleep listening to your fave music or podcast without any uncomfortable headphones digging into your ears.

    2. This magnetic tracker will let you know when your pet's been fed, so they'll be unable to trick your household members into unwittingly giving them a double dinner.

    3. This leather-restoring paint made my fave worn jacket look as good as new again (which is a good thing, because I was NOT ready to splash the amount of cash that a new leather jacket costs). It can also be used on upholstery and bags!

    4. This waterproof phone holder will allow you to watch Netflix while you shower (I KNOW, right?).

    5. The bristles of this flexible toilet brush are made from easy-to-clean silicone, so nothing will get stuck in them.

    6. This nonstick copper crisping basket allows air to circulate around your food while it's in the oven, adding crunch without the oil.

    7. These dishwasher-safe chopping boards have clever tabs, so you won't accidentally slice bread on your meat board.

    8. The jugs for this genius Breville blender double up as drinking bottles, so you can take your smoothie from the countertop to the park for your morning walk mess-free.

    9. Want the aroma of a candle without having to keep one lit all the time? These fragrance spheres from Yankee Candle are here to help!

    10. These COSRX acne patches will help to conceal *and* heal your spots.

    11. These deep-cleaning Nespresso pods are absolute game changers.

    12. I really wish I'd known about this flexible brush sooner. It'll help you to tackle everything from your drains to that grimy hole near the bottom of your fridge!

    13. Not only do these cereal dispensers look incredible, but they'll also provide an airtight environment for your food!

    14. If you haven't heard about this two-in-one sponge holder and washing-up liquid dispenser yet, allow me to change your life.

    15. This manual veggie chopper will make your food prep much faster.

    16. Prevent food waste and reduce your use of tinfoil and clingfilm by nabbing these genius silicone can lids.

    17. Smooth and plumpen your skin by using this retinol-infused serum from Palmer's!

    18. This self-watering plant pot does exactly what it promises to do.

    19. I'm losing it over this genius wall-mounted brush that your pets can use to self-groom! It'll ensure that all their loose hair has been removed before they get a chance to moult on your sofa or other soft furnishings.

    20. Sometimes it feels like adulthood is just readjusting your sagging sofa cushions, sitting on them, and then having to lift them up again in an endless loop of mild inconvenience. Don't worry, though – this highly-rated sofa saver is here to break the cycle!

    21. This 'Living the Dream' dry shampoo from TIGI Bed Head pretty much became my ride or die the instant I started using it.

    22. These bin liners are made from biodegradable plastic, so they'll decompose alongside your banana skins.

    23. These recyclable, Oral-B compatible electric toothbrush heads contain teeth-whitening charcoal in their bristles.

    24. Okay, hear me out here – this ear wax removal syringe has actually gotten some rave reviews, and it's a great lower-waste alternative to cotton buds too.

    25. This over-the-door rack will 1) ensure that your clothes dry quickly while you go about your day and 2) keep your floor space clear.

    26. This smart plug can be remote-controlled via Alexa or Google Home (the future is officially here).

    27. These ethylene-absorbing spheres will prolong the life of your fruit and veg, so you won't have to waste money by throwing produce out a couple of days after you buy it. They work just as well in your fridge as they do in your fruit bowl!

    28. This two-in-one shower gel and shaving balm is designed to prevent the redness and annoying little bumps that some people (like me) have to deal with after hair removal.

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