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    46 Practical Items You'll Use Enough To Actually Get Your Money's Worth

    After reading this post, you'll wonder how you've lasted this long without them.

    1. Mini makeup spatulas so you can get every last drop out of that expensive luxury foundation you have. TBH, these can also be used in the kitchen...

    person using spatula to get makeup out of bottle
    nine piece spatula set
    Amazon

    Promising review: "The small ones are fantastic at helping to get that last drop of expensive makeup and lotions. The larger ones work equally well in the kitchen for getting the last of those squeeze bottles of mustard, etc." —syk9dl

    Get a set of nine from Amazon for $8.99 (available in three colors). 

    2. A garbage disposal foaming cleaner to refresh the drain — aka the place you pour all your leftover noodles that linger on your plate after dinner. Keep the garbage disposal squeaky clean so you can continue to use it in all your lazy glory.

    a moving gif of the blue foaming cleanser at work in a sink
    Amazon

    I tested it out on TikTok

    Promising reviews: "Another 'TikTok made me buy it' product. My disposal has been backing up bad for some time and I’ve tried numerous products. This product was easy to use and took five minutes total from start to finish. My disposal is already running 100% quieter and not backing up nearly as bad after only one time. I will definitely be using this regularly!" —OkieGal

    "It seems counterintuitive to put a little packet down your garbage disposal to clean it, but this does actually seem to work, at least for getting out weird smells that baking soda and vinegar don't really touch. I scrub the sink down first, especially around the garbage disposal area, rinse it down, and then just follow the directions on the package. I have used it with single, large-size sinks and with double sinks — only difference is that the double sink will have blue cleaning foam rise up the drain, which you rinse away when the disposal sounds clear again. I have tried the foaming cleaner in a can, but unfortunately it stopped coming out of the can about 10% of the way through. Went back to this tried-and-true." —KS

    Get a pack (four uses) from Amazon for $7.02.

    3. A set of bra strap clips since you probs know the struggle of wearing your bra with a racerback tank... These make it easy to wear your fave bra and ensure that the straps stay hidden under your tank. They'll also ensure your straps won't fall down your shoulders.

    reviewer wearing razor bra strap clips on bra
    person before and after using razor bra strap clips on bra under a tank top

    Promising review: "This is the handiest, old-fashioned, forgotten remedy for a falling strap! Plus, it reduced aggravation to my shoulder having to often reach and replace my strap, creating repetitive motion pain to my shoulder! Clip on one strap, put on your bra, then reach back to attach your bra strap holder high across your shoulders. Tricky at first but it becomes easier. I will rebuy to keep a supply as they lose elasticity." —BB

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.97+ (available in seven color sets).

    4. An overflow drain cover so enjoying a nice bubble bath doesn't mean only steeping in water up to your belly button. You deserve a nice soak, and this drain cover will ensure an ideal water level you can relax in.

    If you get home after an exhausting day, you deserve a nice bath to relax in!

    Promising review: "I've been using this for over a year now, and it just came up in conversation so it reminded me to add a review. This thing is seriously worth its weight in gold. Our tub is kind of small to begin with, and with the overflow drain I could barely get the water over halfway. For the last year my family has been able to take actual adult baths and it's been wonderful! The little suction cups snap into place easily and it comes off just as easily. It does get some water in it but it's from the faucet splashing into the opening, the water level doesn't change after the faucets are turned off. No discoloration or mildew, it still looks brand-new!" —Dani

    Get it on Amazon for $7.79 (available in nine colors).

    5. A container of The Pink Stuff cleaning paste that can tackle practically any scuff, stain, or mess like an absolute superhero. It's amazing for cleaning so many surfaces and it's designed to not leave behind any scratches.

    Reviewer using it to clear up hard water stains in tub
    reviewer image of pink jar of cleaning paste

    Promising reviews: "I’ve seen this product all over TikTok and so I decided to order it to see if it’d work a miracle on my glass-top stove that is disgusting and has crust and stains I hadn’t been able to get rid of. I’ve tried all the products for glass tops and none of them worked to remove all the junk. I used this, scrubbed a bit and wiped it away with a damp cloth and BAM my glass top is clean, shiny and looks brand-new again!! Highly recommend! I can’t wait to see what it does with my tile grout!" —kristi

    "I used this product for my stove because it's one thing I dislike cleaning. I have used multiple degreaser sprays and they all are so toxic and don't work for me. The Magic Eraser was okay but I used several at a time and I had to scrub so hard. But this product oh my goodness, legit a miracle. It doesn't have any type of smell. I put the paste on a cloth, clean the area then wipe it off with a damp cloth and voilà, magic!" —May

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

    6. A silicone placemat because we know all lil' ones are capable of making an absolute mess out of mealtime. With this cute, aesthetic placemat you can ensure your table stays a smidge cleaner.

    7. A time-saving windshield cover so the next time you need to hop in your car for your morning commute, you can spend less time waiting for it to defrost.

    8. A wall sconce featuring a ~trendy~ exposed bulb that says, "I read tons of books in my free time." This is a great option if you don't have a ton of space for a floor lamp. If you hate the cords — add a cover.

    A reviewer's sconce on a wall with pictures

    9. A set of amber soap dispensers in case you want every part of your home (yes, even your bathroom) to look aesthetic. Toss out those awful-looking soap brand bottles and opt for these instead.

    The bottles with black pumps on a bathroom counter

    10. A stellar set of nail wraps if you just do not have the time to wait for your manicure to dry (or you aren't great at nail art).

    the press on nails wraps featuring colorful shapes, patterns, and flowers

    11. A discreet flat outlet plug so you don't have to look at those eyesores ever again. This is wayyyy more appealing.

    reviewer showing a before and after of a plug coming out from behind a dresser and then being hidden with the flat outlet plug

    12. Some elegant, minimalist spice and pantry labels to turn your kitchen from chaos to an organized dream. These are quite literally ASMR for the eyes...

    Various different sizes of the labels on different spices and ingredients jars in the kitchen

    13. A set of elevated cat bowls because our fur babies are our pride and joy, and if investing in these means less neck strain for them, then you've done your job as a pet parent.

    A reviewer's cat near the bowl

    14. Some velvet slipcovers in case your couch is looking, well — SAD. These will fool everyone into thinking you invested in a brand-new couch without breaking the bank.

    Reviewer before/after of their couch with the pink velvet slip added. The after pic shows couches that look brand new and completely different.

    15. A five-in-one wine aerator so you don't feel pressured to finish the bottle of wine you opened in one sitting. This will keep it fresh in the fridge, and you can forgo trying to squeeze the original cork back in.

    16. A set of cleaning K-Cups since we're "technically" supposed to clean our beloved coffee machines...but odds are we usually don't (guilty). These pods make it easy breezy to get a good descaling done without the mess of trying to use vinegar and do it yourself.

    Reviewer photo of Quick and Clean pod in k-cup machine
    Reviewer photo of coffee residue in water after using Quick and Clean k-cup

    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, lucky. I would highly recommend — keeps everything running correctly and clean." —Lauren

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.95.

    17. A set of adhesive grippers to ensure your rugs and floor mats stay in place. It's time to stop tripping over them every other day...

    A image of grippers on an area rug being placed down on hardwood floors

    18. A volcanic stone face roller that'll soak up excess skin oils like absolute magic. This lil' roller can be washed and used over and over again. Time to throw out those oil-blotting sheets.

    Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller
    Reviewer using Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller

    Promising review: "I am so extremely oily. I haave been dealing with my oily skin since I was in high school and am still dealing with my oily skin in my mid-thirties. The roller worked better than I could have expected and exceeded my expectations. This is life-changing for me!" —Wow

    Get it from Amazon for $11.47.

    19. A splash catcher mat in case you're a hurricane when cleaning dishes and manage to flood the entire sink area with gross dish water. This splash catcher mat will make your "post dish-cleaning sink cleanup" a breeze.

    splash catcher mat around sink
    Hustle & Sew / Etsy

    They're machine washable, too! 

    Hustle & Sew is a Saint Helens, Oregon based small biz featuring beautiful and customizable hand-sewn goods! 

    Promising review: "LOVE these splash catchers! They save me from having to chase the puddles that form around the base of our faucet before they start creeping over the counter. Made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care. Highly recommended!" —Alina

    Get one from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and six colors). 

    20. A life-changing shoe powder if your family has threatened to toss your wretchedly smelly shoes out on more than one occasion due to their stank. A few sprinkles of this powder in your footwear will have them believing in actual miracles.

    reviewer holding bottle of foot powder
    reviewer image of slip on shoes with powder in the soles

    Promising review: "This has restored my belief in Santa, the Easter bunny, the Tooth Fairy, and all magic again. We search and searched for a foot powder, or treatment, or even reasonably priced hazmat suits for when our teenage son took off his shoes. Nothing we tried worked apart from making him stay outside. Until we tried this powder. It’s a very mild scent when you sprinkle it in the shoe itself, instead of a heavy perfumed mask scent like all other foot powders, sprays, little scent balls etc. I honestly didn’t think there was anyway it could actually stop the hazardous stench that dwelled within our teen's footwear. It was so natural-smelling, by day two of using it in said stinky teen's boots there was nothing. It’s like this product neutralized the odor. It was sweet sweet freedom." —Kelli Gebauer

    Get it from Amazon for $12.98.

    21. dishwashing spray because not everyone has the luxury of a dishwasher and a few spritzes of this cleaner will make scrubbing even the toughest baked-on grease off your plates superrrrr easy.

    spraying a sink full of dirty dishes with the cleaner
    reviewer image before and after cleaning dirty dish pan with dishwashing spray

    My co-worker Elizabeth Lilly uses this product:

    "I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well." 

    Get a bottle and three refills from Amazon for $17.50.

    22. A bag cleaning sticky ball if you treat your totes like a garbage can and throw anything and everything inside of it. You need this — especially if you toss snacks in your purse that may or may not cause a total crumb mess at the bottom. You'll be content knowing that you're prolonging the life of your handbags and protecting them against filth.

    the clean ball being used in a bag with colored pencils
    person cleaning dirty ball in sink
    Amazon

    Simply toss it in your handbag and let it collect all the gunk and crumbs at the bottom. Once it's full of debris, easily squeeze the outer ball to remove the sticky ball inside, and just wash it under water for it to be as good as new again.

    Promising review: "This has to be one of the most amazing things I've ever bought! I can't believe how easily it grabs all that little debris that finds its way to the bottom of your bag. I haven't yet had to clean it, but I'm certain it will retain it's stickiness or else it wouldn't have so many positive reviews!" —QueenofGnomes

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three colors).

    23. A warm and yummy–smelling body wash that is super sudsy and has an amazing scent that lingers longggggg after you've gotten out of the shower. It also doubles as a bubble bath! 

    person holding being frenshe renewing and hydrating body wash in the cashmere vanilla scent
    model soaking in tub with body wash being used as a bubble bath
    Target

    Being Frenshe is a beauty and wellness brand that was created by none other than Ashley Tisdale! 

    I am OBSESSED with this body wash. I got it about a month ago and have loved using it so much that I am about to go pick up another bottle of it. The scent is just absolutely incredible — it's warm, yet sweet, yet sultry. It lingers for hours on the skin post shower, which I've had a hard time finding with past body washes (the scent usually dissipates after an hour). It has notes of vanilla, toasted jasmine rice, amber, and musk that smells like a cozy fall sweater. It's vegan and cruelty-free and it claims to promote stress relief (which I'm not sure I can personally vouch for), but it does give me a boost of serotonin from the smell alone. I need all the products from her line in this scent ASAP.

    Get it from Target for $10.99

    24. A backseat hook so you can keep your handbag within arm's reach — literally. Stop placing your bag on the floor and opt for this ingenius solution instead.

    A hook on the back of a car chair with a bag hanging off it
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I saw this product on a 'TikTok amazing finds' and given that my purse always seems to tip over in the back seat, emptying all the contents all over the floor, I thought I would give it a try. It comes with two, so I put one on each side of the seat, and it works so well. I love this product. It’s strong and well made, not cheap. I’m glad I bought it and I would recommend it for sure." —PC

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.95 (available in two colors).

    25. A set of dermaplaning razors if you want a more precise way to shape your eyebrows or to remove peach fuzz and facial hair.

    Reviewer using the tool to dermaplane their face
    Model using tool to shave hair above the eyebrow

    This tool also helps soften skin by gently exfoliating as you use it!

    Promising review: "I saw these on TikTok and was skeptical but they work so well. I use them for any facial peach fuzz and to shape my eyebrows and they're perfect." —Megan Kopicko

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $5.67.

    26. A pack of AirPods cleaning putty for removing all dirt and, yep, earwax (ew) from your earbuds. I'd love to lie and say this isn't common, but it is...

    Promising review: "I bought this because I saw it on a TikTok. I was hesitant to buy it because I was afraid the putty would get stuck to and damage my AirPods, which were FILTHY (unfortunately). However, when I tried it out, it worked really well; you can put a decent amount of pressure, and it does not stick to the AirPods at all. It got a LOT of gunk out of the AirPods. I was so shocked. But the best part was that after I used it, my AirPods' SOUND QUALITY was so good?!?!?!?!? It was great. 10/10 I'd recommend this 100%." —NJoshi

    Get a 24-pack from Amazon for $15.99.

    27. A pack of Elephant Trax labels that you can put on storage bins and boxes and sync to an app so you can keep track of what you have stored inside! 

    reviewer image of labels
    app that is associate with labels to show what is stored in box

    Promising review: "I am so glad I ordered an extra pack of these. My goal for January was to organize the basement. I have TONS of plastic bins and whenever I need something, I have to open each to find what I’m looking for. I took a few hours the first weekend cleaning out and organizing everything and the bins. I took pictures of the contents of each bin, put one of these stickers on each bin then associated the pics with the sticker’s QR code and voila, done. IF YOU LIKE TO BE ORGANIZED, GET THESE STICKERS!" —Fred Labro

    Get a 40-pack from Amazon for $9.99+ (also available in larger quantities).

    28. A pack of disposable insect sticky traps for placing near your plants so your green bbs can stop being attacked by bugs. (Plus, no one wants insects in their home.)

    29. A pain-relieving knee stabilizer band if you love to partake in physical activities but your knees say, "Not so much." You can utilize these while hiking, running, and other activities!

    30. A rust stain remover that brings a ton of household surfaces and appliances back from their rusty graves. There's no scrubbing necessary — just spray and wipe.

    31. A pair of period underwear you'll want to have on hand for that time of the month when you're just not feeling a tampon or pad. It holds up to two tampons worth of blood and isn't crunchy or thick like a diaper. These are a great option for sleeping too!

    A customer review photo of the back view of someone wearing the underwear

    32. A lavender-scented dry shampoo and volume powder if you want to prolong your tresses for just one more day. This adds volume and helps absorb oils.

    A customer review before and after photo using the powder on their bangs, which shows less shiny/greasy hair

    33. A bottle of Rain-X Original Windshield Treatment that's literal magic. Windshield wipers leaving streaks behind? This will fix that. It also helps repel bugs, sleet, mud, and other elements that want to make your driving time difficult.

    A customer review photo of their car's windshield with half of it clear,  the other untreated half covered in raindrops

    34. A Wet & Forget shower cleaner to tackle the gunk and stains that have been overstaying their welcome in your tub or shower. Spray it on, let it sit for a few hours (some reviewers left it on for 24 hours), and then rinse or wipe it clean! Yes, it can be THAT easy.

    reviewer before and afters of shower being cleaned with cleaner
    gif of person spraying shower door with cleaner and then rinsing

    Promising review: "I have been having shower draining issues so there was a buildup of soap scum in my shower. I have a very weak stomach and cleaning the shower makes me physically ill. I have tried several products that have claimed to be no scrub/wipe but this has been the only one that has worked. I sprayed it after my shower and left it to sit until the next night. Found that A LOT of the grime had disappeared. Now, was it perfect? No. But I think with consistent use it will get there. Highly recommend this product." —KZ

    Get it from Amazon for $18.61+ (available in two scents). 

    35. A jetted-tub cleaner so the next time you marinate in a bubble bath you can ensure that the water will be crystal clear.

    a model pouring the green liquid out of the oh yuk bottle
    a reviewer's tub filled with suds and brown rust-looking suds from inside the jets

    Promising review: "My wife told me we had to really clean what appeared to be a clean tub. We moved into a house where the previous home owners were not the best cleaners. She had me get this product based on reviews. My one complaint is the label needs to be bigger. OH YUK is not enough. OH YUK YOU MIGHT BARF might be better. I think someone had a bowel movement in my bath tub plumbing and this is the only product that takes it out. It appears we have seven years of crud in the pipes. The feces-colored film that this products gets out of your pipes will make you a believer. The first use it released so much toot film that we felt like we needed to have another round of cleaning. After losing a bet I had to stick my hand in the water to drain it. Wiping off all the released film we filled the tub again. Just turning the jets the water seemed to be clear. However before I was going to ever get into this thing I wanted to do a second round of YUK treatment. Once again in full force it appeared that someone had the squirts in the tub as sludge came flowing out of the pipes. We're going to have to run this a few times before we use the tub. Remember those pink tablets that you used to get in grade school to show you all the plaque that was on your teeth...this is like that for your tub." —Paul Southwick

    Get it from Amazon for $17.84.

    36. A reusable, biodegradable bacon sponge for sopping up all that unnecessary grease. No one ordered grease with a side of bacon — let's make it the other way around.

    37. A pair of fluffy slippers so you no longer have to waste extra time mopping your floors. Whenever you putz around the kitchen or run to the bathroom, your cozy slippers will pick up any rogue dust for you. These are genius.

    Pair of pink bear-shaped slippers
    Reviewer wearing bear-shaped mop slippers

    Promising review: "So why do I like mopping slippers? I have a 2-year-old and they're great for mopping up little splashes — like drops of water from doing dishes — and the extra padding is nice. No paper towels wasted and it's immediate. Plus these are cute. You have to have a sense of whimsy for this functional novelty item." —G. Kim

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four sizes and 17 styles).

    38. A set of super comfy arthritis hand compression gloves made from moisture-wicking fabric to help ease rheumatoid pains and muscle tension. Meet your new WFH accessory.

    person wearing fingerless glove

    39. A hanger stacker so the next time you have to hang up a top, you don't have to ransack your closet to find a free hanger.

    40. A teeny-tiny toenail brace for helping relieve ingrown toenail pain in under three days. How's that for results?

    41. A durable honeycomb drawer organizer to make sorting your underwear and sock drawers incredibly easy. I need one of these ASAP since my underwear drawer is a MESS.

    42. A wooden floor polish because you probs haven't seen your floors look so spiffy since you first moved into your place.

    Reviewer's before-and-after picture of wood floors with the after pic showing shiny, scratch-free floors

    43. A set of space-saving bags if it's too difficult for you to part with your fave clothing pieces. This will help you maximize space in your closets without having to purge your stuff.

    44. A lawn repair formula that features mulch, seeds, and soil amendments in case your yard took a beating this summer/fall and needs to be revived. This is a must-have if you have a pooch that goes potty on your lawn!

    A reviewer's patchy lawn before using the product / A reviewer's lush lawn after using the product

    45. A bag of Bottle Bright tablets to tackle cleaning out your abundance of drinking vessels and coffee thermoses from those pesky coffee stains.

    A progression series of images showing the before during and after of a bottle being cleaned with the product

    46. A set of bed bands in case you've had it with your sheets slipping off your mattress in the middle of your slumber sessions.