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1. A pack of door pinch guards to prevent those yelps of pain from kiddos, adults, and even our furry friends getting caught in closing doors. It also protects everyone from those heart-stopping moments of loud door slams that have everyone jumping out of their skin!
Promising reviews: "My 3-year-old's favorite activity had become shutting our cats in rooms so they could not get out, leading us to have to stop what we were doing to come to the rescue and answer their cries for freedom dozens of times a day. These are sturdy, fit snugly, hold up to attempted slammings — they do the job! Maybe a little overpriced for some pieces of foam, but whatever — they’ve made my life so much better, I’d buy them all over again!" —Mandy
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $9.95.
2. An easy-to-use ear-washing bottle if you feel like using cotton swabs is pushing the wax further in instead of getting it out. All you have to do is insert the plastic tip, give the bottle a few pumps, and flush all those little nuggets out. It'll seem like you struck a gold mine.
Doctor Easy started 20 years ago with the invention of the Elephant Ear Washer by a doctor who saw the need for a better method of treating patients’ earwax impactions.
Promising review: "Amazing product!!! If you ever had to go the doctor to get that earwax out, STOP. I have had to go once a year for 30 years to have this done. Not anymore! Last year, I paid over $100 to my doctor. This year, I did some research and found this product. Very skeptical, I gave it a shot. Within two minutes, one ear was clear, and the wax was out!! I can hear again! Best thing is that when I start getting my wax buildup next year, I can clean it immediately instead of having to wait up to a month to see my doctor. No more driving to the doctor, waiting 'til 1:45 for my 1:00 appointment and no co-pay!!!! Thank you for making my life better!" —tbone23
Get it from Amazon for $31.95.
3. A variety pack of light-dimming stickers made to cover those overly bright LED lights on your appliances and power strips. No more squinting or shielding your eyes when you're trying to relax in a dimly lit room — or trying to sleep in blissful darkness!
4. An ingenious sandwich cutter and sealer, aka your ticket to homemade versions of those beloved (but pricey) Uncrustables. It comes with not one, not two, but three different shapes, so you can have fun customizing the sandwich. Whether you're into classic peanut butter and jelly or feeling adventurous with your fillings, the possibilities are truly limitless.
Promising review: "This set is amazing! I did not realize that Uncrustables makers existed, and I am so glad a friend mentioned them to me, and I bought this set! My life is changed for the better. I am saving so much money by making my own Uncrustables! This set is sturdy and works like a charm! Very easy to clean up after as well! Best purchase I've made in a long time!" —Leah
Get it from Amazon for $15.97.
5. A set of brush scrubber drill attachments, which attach to your drill to do all the hard scrubbing for you, saving your elbow grease for something else — like popping open a bottle of wine after a long day's work of cleaning.
Drill Brush is a small business founded by a car wash owner, Anthony LaPolla, who had carpal tunnel and needed a way to clean rims without the strain of hand scrubbing. Tony started selling the design in 2007 and has since expanded the product line to include varying stiffnesses (each marked by a different color) to handle all sorts of cleaning tasks.
The set includes three brush head attachments: a flat 2-inch detail brush, a flat 4-inch brush for large surfaces, and a rounded brush for corners.
Promising review: "Sometimes, it's the simple things that really make a big improvement in your life, and this is one of them. I devoted an evening to cleaning my bathroom, and WOW, does the drill brush make it easy! This is by far one of the best purchases I've made for the money." —Anon
Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (available in various brush stiffnesses).
6. A pack of multipurpose dermaplaning razors for a quick and easy way to shape your brows and get rid of pesky peach fuzz. Not only will they leave your skin feeling silky smooth, but they're also perfect for prepping your face for flawless makeup application.
Promising review: "Wonderful and has literally changed my life for the better!! I have some darker hair in the mustache area, and have been plucking and waxing those things for years!! Saw these on the Momfessionals blog and decided to go against everything that I had ever been told for 30-plus years. ... I decided to shave that mustache!!! It has made my life so much better! Have been doing this for about a month and only have to about once a week. If you’re on the fence, go for this. Don’t waste another second waxing or plucking. I do clean the blade after each use with a little rubbing alcohol!! Get this to make your life easier. Also, my hair is no thicker than it was before (when I waxed and plucked)...so go for it!!" —Jonathan
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $5.94.
7. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper that'll help you fly through making dinner because (in my opinion) prepping your fresh ingredients is the most time-consuming part. This handy gadget allows you to chop, slice, and julienne your veggies in record time. This chopper also features a built-in storage container to prevent messy countertops.
Promising review: "This made my life so much better with chopping onions and other veggies! It’s so quick and easy. One tip is to make sure you cut your veggie small enough so that it’s easy to push down the handle. Big chunks are a little harder to chop. Please be careful with cleaning; the blades are super sharp." —Tasha
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in four colors and four sizes).
8. A pair of reusable silicone nipple covers so you don’t have to live out your own version of Janet Jackson’s Super Bowl wardrobe malfunction. These little lifesavers are the perfect companion for bra-free days, offering ultra-discreet coverage that's totally waterproof.
Promising review: "You know when your life gets better after you purchase a specific product? Well, this is that product. With this Texas summer weather approaching, wearing a bra is like sticking your breasts in a straitjacket! I slapped these bad boys on today and went braless in a white tank top! I'm a happy woman!" —Amazon Customer
Get a pair from Amazon for $26.50+ (available in two sizes, two styles, and five shades).
9. A dual-layered fine-bristled flossing toothbrush with special bristles to clean in between your teeth and get out all those popcorn kernels and sesame seeds from your everything bagel, leaving you feeling like you just left the dentist. And if you have sensitive teeth, no worries, because reviewers say these bristles are super soft.
Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines.
Promising review: "I normally don't feel compelled to write reviews for products. With that said, this is the best toothbrush I have ever used in my entire life. Using this toothbrush feels like I am rubbing velvet on my teeth. This toothbrush literally improved my quality of life." —Travis Haddock
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.90.
10. A beloved tub of TikTok-famous pink cleaning paste capable of cleaning and removing stubborn stains and dirt from surfaces such as sinks, cookware, tiles, and more WITHOUT the need for elbow grease. Using The Pink Stuff can restore the shine and cleanliness of your home, making it look newer and fresher.
Promising review: "Where has this stuff been in all of my 46 years! Cleaned my stove like is wasn't even dirty! I simply put a small amount on my sponge and attacked the baked-on crud! It came off easily with just a small amount of elbow grease. 💪🏼 Nothing like I normally have to do with spraying stinky, fuming oven cleaner and letting it sit, scrub, and then repeating over and over until it's clean! This has made my life so much better! Now off to tackle the hard water spots and soap scum in the shower!!" —Jenny
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
11. A cult-favorite box of Mighty Patch hydrocolloid stickers to shrink your problems overnight. OK, I'm not talking student loans or awkward first date type of problems, but they do help with pimples! These discreet patches not only cover up your zits, but they also suck out all the gross gunk, leaving your skin looking fresh and clear.
Quick skincare FYI — hydrocolloid patches are most effective at treating acne that has already come to the surface (aka when you can see a whitehead). Then, the patch can more easily pull out any fluid, dead skin, and bacteria hiding in there way more easily than if there are several layers of skin over the pimple.
For a true deep-dive, check out our full viral Might Pimple Patch review!
Promising review: "First off, buy this if you have issues with picking at your face when you have acne, need to get rid of a pimple within 24 hours, or when you have a pimple and want to make it less noticeable. I JUST ordered these, but they have already changed my life for the better. You put one on a whitehead no matter how small, and hours later, the patch will suck all the nasty gunk out of that pore, and when you take it off, the blemish is almost vanished. If you're sitting here wondering if it’s worth the money, it is. Treat yourself and just put it in your cart because you'll regret it if you don’t!" —Alyssa soriano
Get 36 patches from Amazon for $11.97.
12. A sneaky undetectable mouse jiggler that'll keep your online status active in Slack or Teams without giving away that you've stepped away for a "extended" bathroom break after that questionable breakfast burrito.
Promising reviews: "This works perfectly. I couldn't love it more. Seriously, worth every penny. I had no idea they made such a thing. My life has changed for the better! LOL" —Pamela Irish
"This product is better than sliced bread! My employer switched to Microsoft Teams, which goes into an idle status after five minutes. You can be seated in front of your laptop working, but if you don't move the darn mouse every four minutes, you show as inactive. The biggest pain in the butt ever! This product works! I laid my mouse on it, and I was never in an idle status unless I put myself in one. I'm a huge fan! And it doesn't hurt that it is pretty as well as functional. If you have a nosy employer, you need this." —Katharine Morris
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in nine styles).
13. A tiny but mighty pill cutter designed to slice through pills much more cleanly than other methods, requiring only a gentle press. Now you can more easily and quickly split those pills that have to be taken in a half or quarter dose without wasting meds or creating a mess. (Pet owners swear by this for managing their fur baby's pills, too!)
Promising review: "I keep chuckling about how much this simple, inexpensive device has improved my life. Instead of struggling to cut pills in half and sending tiny particles scattering all over the place — I press down one quick time and POOF! The pill is cut almost exactly in half with little or no stray particles. I LOVE this little thing. LOL." —J.Ro
Get it from Amazon for $3.29 (available in purple, blue, and green; selected at random).
14. A black waterproof eyeliner stamp to get the perfect winged liner every. dang. time. Doesn't matter if you're a makeup pro or a beginner who barely knows the basics — this pen is easy for anyone to use. Just line the stamp side up with the corner of your eye and firmly press, then follow up with the felt tip on the other end to connect your wing with the rest of the liner. The result: a wing that could cut glass.
The Flick Stick comes from New Zealand-based brand and small biz Lovoir Beauty.
The set comes with two double-ended pens. Each pen has one side with the wing stamp, and the other with a traditional liquid eyeliner tip.
Promising review: "This is the easiest eyeliner stamp ever! I have a very shaky hand, and this product makes my life better! Thank you!" —Shirley Burke
Get it from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three sizes and in a two-pack).
15. A patented ChomChom pet hair remover that works so well to remove pet hair, it'll make you say, "Oh yeah, my couch was that color!" Unlike a normal lint roller, the ChomChom doesn't contain sticky adhesive, which means it can be used over and over again.
ChomChom Roller is a Massachusetts-based small biz creating an eco-friendly, reusable alternative to sticky lint rollers.
Promising review: "This thing does exactly what it says it does. It has made my life so much better, and I feel like I’m actually making progress in picking up the cat hair instead of just moving it from one place to another. I love it. The door that opens to throw away the picked-up hair needs to be more stable. I feel like it could break easily, so I’m very careful with it. All in all, this is a great product." —Drema
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in two colors).
16. A pack of shockingly absorbent Swedish dishcloths — the ultimate substitute for those endless rolls of single-use paper towels. They can absorb up to 20 times their weight in liquid; plus they're fast-drying (which helps prevent odors), machine washable, and can be reused over and over!
Promising reviews: "Changed my cleaning life for the better! Easy to use, reusable, and cleans well." —Kathleen Y.
"I had actually seen/used them in Europe, but forgot all about them until I saw them on Amazon. They are easy to clean — I throw them in the dishwasher or clothes washer almost daily. They save me from using so many paper towels and in most cases do a better job than paper towels. I also keep one upstairs in the bathroom to clean up water splashes in the sink there. These are a really good idea. You don't realize it, but you need them in your life. :)" —Frequentfliermom
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $18.49+ (available in nine color combinations).
17. A pair of comfy period-proof undies you'll want to have on hand for your next road trip or concert when there isn't a clean restroom in sight. This underwear can absorb up to four regular tampons so you don't have to worry about leaks every couple of hours. And unlike bulky pads, it's super discreet so you won't have to do that awkward waddle.
Some reviewers recommend sizing up!
Promising review: "This product truly changed my life, and my period routine, for the better! I have an incredibly heavy flow, so I really wanted these to 1) protect against leakage, and 2) wear as overnight protection. This product DELIVERS! I bought my first pair of these over a year ago and have used them every period since, and I have never had leakage or discomfort. I started just using them to prevent leakage, but they have replaced every other period item I used. I no longer buy pads or tampons, which for me justifies the price of this product (which is already cheaper than its top competitor). I now have seven pairs, which helps me to have enough to wear for day and night for my heaviest days.
"The most difficult part of these is washing and making sure there is no lingering scent. Directly after use, I put them in a mixture of warm water and white distilled vinegar. Once I have used enough of them for a load of laundry, I wash them normally and hang dry them. I am obsessed with this product and recommend it to everyone! They have truly made my period so much easier and taken so much stress out of preparing and getting ready during my time of month!" —Catherine
For more info, check out BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord's full Bambody period underwear review.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes XXS–3X, sold individually or as multipacks in various colors).
18. A pair of affordable wireless Bluetooth earbuds (with a whopping 238,000+ 5-star ratings) so you can listen to your favorite tunes without the hassle of tangled wires. Not only do these offer an impressive 10 hours of playtime on a single charge, but they also help block out surrounding noise. One reviewer even said they get a clearer sound from these than their Bose headphones.
Promising review: "I got these wireless earbuds last week, and they have improved my quality of life so much. At this price, it is a bargain. It’s better than all the other cheap wired headphones that everyone gets over and over. They are a snug fit to my ears, but there are a lot of sizes included in the box. The wireless charging case works well with my Samsung wireless charger, which makes it very easy to handle. They really feel and sound like great quality headphones. I’m so glad I got them. I use them on my daily morning run, important business calls, and white noise for sleeping at night, and they have never fallen off. Good battery life too." —Dana J. Nieves
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two styles and five colors).
19. A pack of teeth-friendly silicone pouch lids, your sidekick in the battle against messy mealtimes. This little gizmo is equipped with a genius flow-control valve that ensures your eager little self-feeder can dive into their food without turning it into a playful yet messy art project on you, the table, the chair, and themselves.
ChooMee is a small biz based in Northern California that specializes in innovative products to solve everyday feeding challenges.
Promising review: "It's made my life better. I can hand over a pouch to my screaming 1.5-year-old in the carseat while driving and not worry about puree getting everywhere!" —Puking Kitty Gravy Boat
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos).
20. A small but mighty portable air compressor ready to save you (and your flat tire) when in a pinch. This gadget will get the air pumped back up in about a minute, and it features real-time pressure monitoring so you don’t have to guess if you’ve got enough in your tires. Added bonus: It has its own built-in LED light, so you can see what you’re doing if this unfortunate turn of events happens at night.
Promising review: "I live in a city neighborhood where all the gas stations have broken air pumps. This product has made my life so much better. It is quick and easy to use. Very portable. It also works on bicycles, but I have not tried that yet." —planetmom
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
21. A scalp massager you can use while washing your hair to deep clean more efficiently *and* help increase blood flow to your scalp, which can promote hair growth. Plus, it just feels so darn good.
Promising review: "I have never reviewed an Amazon product before, but this product has made my life so much better. I had tried vitamins, different shampoos, increased water intake, and nothing gave me results for a healthier, less itchy scalp like this product has. I'm thankful to have it!" —Megan
Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in three colors).
22. A supportive U-shaped full-body pillow with a cooling cover that's like a comforting hug for anyone who's pregnant (especially in those final months when the idea of a good night's rest has become an elusive dream). It's not only for expecting moms, though — even non-pregnant reviewers have fallen head over heels for its unmatched coziness.
PharMeDoc is a small business founded in 2013 that specializes in helpful maternity products for pregnancy and beyond.
Promising review: "Pregnant and loving it, except having horrible sleep. My first pregnancy, I was fine, and this one, I was having trouble with my back and sleep as soon as I hit the second trimester. So, I got this pillow, and I can sleep much better! I like it very much. Improved my life so far." —Ashley Pastore
Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in 19 colors).
23. A multisurface pet mess spray for the next time Peanut has an accident (and for past ones you were too pooped to clean up). For deep-rooted odors, apply this spray to the stain and let it sit for one hour, then vacuum to reveal your spotless, fresh-smelling carpet — like it never even happened.
Promising review: "As a volunteer for a local Yorkie rescue organization, this stuff is a must-have. Accidents happen. Especially when you are dealing with dogs who have never known life outside a cage. Having this on hand eliminates any stress that could have been caused by a little girl or boy who doesn't know any better. It helps to keep the marking behavior down by eliminating the urine odor, which would prompt the behavior in both males and females. Yes, females mark, too! Thanks for such a great product. You make my life a whole lot better!" —B. Pearce
Get it from Amazon for $19.31+ (available in two sizes).
24. Some citrusy Liquid I.V. Hydration packets to help recover from a night out and supercharge for your day to come. Add it to a glass of water, and with the help of five essential vitamins — B3, B5, B6, B12, and vitamin C — and three times the electrolytes of traditional sports drinks, it'll help you feel hydrated and refreshed all day long.
Psst — it's also gluten-, soy-, and dairy-free!
Promising review: "Liquid I.V. is amazing! It really has made my daily life 100% better. I constantly have to give blood samples every day, and not just a little, like at least 100cc every day, and when you're dehydrated, it makes this very difficult. And I really just don't have the time to drink water like I should. But with Liquid I.V., I can use three packets a day and my blood will be flowing like a river. My veins thank you. So, thank you, Liquid I.V., for literally making my quality of life so much better." —wendy griggers
Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $23.45.
25. A self-adhesive SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher letting you turn on and off light switches and your coffee machine without lifting a finger. You can install this faster than you can say "Alexa, what time is it?" thanks to the simple peel-off sticker — and speaking of Alexa, this Bluetooth device can even sync with voice assistants (including Siri and Google Assistant) so you can sit back and relax.
Note: You have to pair this with the Switchbot hub to use the voice control function and control it from anywhere. Otherwise, you can just control it using the app within Bluetooth range.
Promising review: "This little bot has vastly improved my quality of life! I've stickered it to my air conditioner unit in two separate apartments, and it's made controlling the room temp a breeze (no pun intended). Do note, in order to use it with Alexa, you will need a separate component. That said, you can control it within its own app as is. I highly recommend getting it set up with Alexa, though. It automatically paired with Alexa, and it works off of Bluetooth, so it's super easy to detect and set up. It's exactly what I wanted!" —Danny Conner
Get it from Amazon for $29+ (available in white and black).
26. The famous Bissell Little Green upholstery cleaner capable of handling all the messes life throws at you. From the spilled coffee stain on your car seat to the mark your potty-training pup left on your new rug, this is the perfect tool to have on hand. It's portable and has a large tank which = more cleans in between refills.
Promising review: "This handheld shampooer is fantastic. We are on our second one now, and we love it. It gets more usage in our house than just about any other cleaning item. It will also improve your life with your pets and children. You'll go from 'I can't believe you spilled that all over my beautiful rug' to 'Ahhh...The Little Green will get that.'" —Just Another IT Guy
Get it from Amazon for $123.59.
27. A double-layered litter mat here to end the never-ending saga of cat litter scattered all over the place. This water-resistant mat has a clever honeycomb design for litter to fall through the top layer and get caught in the bottom one, keeping your floors clean. And the best part? You can simply lift it up and pour the trapped litter back into the box!
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes has been using this trapper mat for ages: "This mat has made keeping the floor of my litter box room MUCH more manageable. Unlike other mats, where the litter just kind of sits on top and eventually gets kicked elsewhere, this mat is designed so that the litter falls through the holes and stays inside the mat until you're ready to dump it. It's made out of an EVA material that's supposed to be gentle enough for cat paws, and my two kitties don't seem to have a problem walking on it. I *highly* recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area — I initially got the smaller one but went back for the larger size, and it's perfect. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat."
Promising review: "I wish I had bought this years ago!!! It has totally improved my life!! I went from sweeping two or three times a day to one or two times a week. I was afraid that my cats wouldn’t step on it because of the texture, but they don’t mind it at all!!" —Tracy S
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
28. A pair of reusable anti-nausea bands if you're someone who suffers from motion sickness and knows how much it can ruin your travel experience. These little bands apply acupressure to a specific point on your wrist, helping to relieve nausea without needing to carry around bottles of medication.
For more info on how to use acupressure for nausea management, check out this guide from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Promising review: "I have gotten car sickness for as long as I can remember, even as a child. I am 40 now. I was recently asked to go on a road trip which included day travel, busy city and mountains. (Sun, stop-and-go traffic, and winding roads are all triggers for sickness). I hesitated. It was then recommended by a family member to try these. With hesitation, I bought them and wore them the entire time. I did not feel nauseous ONE time. My boyfriend even pointed out on the way home that I was on my phone and not sick. (Reading anything while riding has ALWAYS been a no go!) I was able to look out the window and enjoy the scenery (typically I can only look at the road as looking outside the window makes me sick). These will literally change my life as I can now enjoy traveling by car!!" —Sarah Martinez
Get a pair from Amazon for $8.50.
29. A pair of compression gloves to bring some relief to your sore, aching hands after a long day of typing reports. These gloves are breathable so you won't have to worry about your hands getting sweaty after using for an extended period of time.
Talk to your doctor before using compression products to address muscle and joint pain.
Promising review: "I spend a lot of time on a keyboard, and these handy gloves are a huge quality of life improvement. Soft material and excellent compression makes for an extremely comfortable fit." —Alexander
Get them from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in four sizes).
30. A set of adhesive cable clips you can use to keep all of your cords in place on your desk where they belong. I know I'm not the only one who hates when your laptop cord falls into the abyss behind your desk with paper clips, paper shreddings, and Cheetos Puffs.
Promising reviews: "Got these, and my life has improved. Wires stay handy. Gave a few to my son, and he’s happy, too." —Kindle reader
"Love these! This solved the problem of unplugging something (iPad, phone, etc.) and having the cord fall off my nightstand. Such a small thing, but it really helps keep things organized — especially if it’s something you leave plugged in." —D. Davies-Uttech
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $6.97.
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