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1. A cult-favorite box of Mighty Patch Original hydrocolloid patches with 91,000+ five-star reviews claiming these things are actual magic...and they are. These lil' patches suck the gunk out of zits making them smaller and less painful practically overnight.
"FYI, I use these and they work so well that I curse the sky that these weren't around when I was in middle school before I went on Accutane. Yep, I shout at the sky EVERY SINGLE TIME." —Elizabeth Lilly
Promising review: "So I won't show you any of the gory details but man do these things work. I don't wear makeup, so it's perfect for just covering it up to go out because it's almost exactly my skin color. More than that, wearing it at night it takes away most of the bump by the time I wake up. I will say that these are more for that specific annoying acne that like it's huge and that you kind of have to bust, but that only makes it bigger. But it's amazing, it might take a couple days but it definitely helps acne get back to normal looking faster. Update: Here are the gory details. The back acne is real." —Rebecca Gabriela Terrones
Get a pack of 36 dots from Amazon for $11.97.
2. Or an extra-large version of Avarelle's patches you can use on your body *or* face to remind those pimples who's boss.
Promising review: "Love these! I had previously bought the small patches for individual pimples, but wanted bigger ones for the larger pores on my nose. I sleep in them and where for 10–12 hrs, and find then when I remove it I am able to extract my pores sooooo easily. Plus seeing all that gunk on the patch is sooooo satisfying. They def have my nose looking cleaner than ever.... I use it about once a week!" —Kaiti
Get 8 XL square patches from Amazon for $8.49.
3. An adorable octopus-shaped blackhead remover designed to slough away dead skin, blackheads, whiteheads, and clogged pores to leave you with the smooth skin of your ✨dreams✨.
Promising review: "After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt is visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like myself." —LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $12.50.
4. A watermelon cutter to make cutting your fruit into neat little cubes a breeze. It's a total game changer when it comes to parties!
Promising review: "Thanks, TikTok! It works!" —Tanesha
"This tool is so handy!! I hate cutting watermelon, and this is so fast and easy to use and easy to wash. I cut a watermelon in less than five minutes. It cuts yellow watermelon too!!! The included baller is great for the small leftover, hard-to-reach places." —Andrea Draine
Get it from Amazon for $12.37.
5. A best-selling Revlon oil-absorbing face roller made of real volcanic stone so you'll never have to deal with blotting papers ever again. You can even use it over makeup and it won't mess anything up!
Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. Not only is it affordable, but it's also washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful. It felt like the holy grail had been delivered to my front doorstep. After my first use, I was in love. Now, it doesn't pick up everything but it does make it more matte and gives you a natural look. I am so excited this product exists and I already feel more confident." —Kelsey B.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
6. A leave-in conditioner created for kids (but that can def be used by adults) to hydrate and detangle their curly locks with its vitamin B5, jojoba oil, and keratin formula.
Promising review: "This stuff is beyond 5 stars. I initially bought this for my son who is tender-headed. I have really curly hair and happened to break my ankle and was in the hospital for two weeks and couldn't wash and condition my hair like I do at home. I had what felt like dreadlocks in three places! I was hoping this would work on my hair and it was amazing! I completely soaked my hair with this stuff, waited a little while, and gently combed through it. I absolutely cannot believe how well it worked!!" —Bea
Get it from Amazon for $9.58.
7. A popular E.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer to help reduce the appearance of pores and make every makeup application last sooo much longer.
Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and thought I'd take a chance. I have sensitive skin and have to watch what I use. I LOVE this product! Goes on smooth and you don't need to use a lot. I put it on before I put on my foundation. Makes a huge difference. Highly recommend and will buy again!!" —Leslie Mattingly
Get it from Amazon for $9.
8. Some easy-to-use Venus Visage Teeth Whitening Pens — these only take a minute or two to dry so you can whiten your teeth practically anywhere and don't have to use those strips that require being on your teeth for 30+ minutes.
You can use each pen ~20 times and should expect your teeth to lighten four to eight shades.
Promising review: "I have only used the two original pens that I purchased and can already see an improvement. I am older than 60 and drink coffee daily and red wine weekly." —vicki houska
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.30.
9. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner, which is super easy to use while being seriously effective. All you have to do is toss it in your sink, turn on the water, and ta-da! Tons of fizz to break up any gunk hiding in the disposal.
Promising review: "Saw on TikTok (don’t judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you’re left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." —Jessica Hamilton
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $10.80.
10. Some Affresh dishwasher tablets, because apparently we're supposed to clean our dishwashers (who knew?). These little tablets with get rid of odor-causing residue and buildup so you can feel better knowing your dishes are *actually* clean after a cycle.
Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and dishes just not getting clean. Then, I became aware that the water softener was no longer doing its job so I had the rental company replace it. Dishwasher performance improved somewhat. I decided to do two more loads before deciding to purchase a new one. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway so I added that to my order. When it came, I tossed one of the tablets into the bottom of the full machine per the instructions and ran the regular cycle. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I will use this faithfully every month, as recommended. I can even put it on my subscribe and save order so I will get a new pack every six months. I am amazed!" —Sheila
Get them from Amazon for $8.98.
11. An automatic bleach cleaning system that'll give your toilet a quick wash every time you flush it. You're welcome in advance.
It's super quick to install, and one cartridge can last up to three months!
Promising review: "I've installed these in all six toilets in my home and they are a great idea. I've been using this for about four to five years. This device circulates bleach product into the toilet bowl after every flush, where it is needed to prevent staining such as water lines from calcium buildup. The chlorine water is restricted to the bowl, not the tank. If chlorine is in the tank it will erode away the flapper and foam seal which separates the tank from the bowl, requiring more expensive repairs. This product solves that problem with no drawbacks and don't look unsightly like the clamp-on bars of chlorine that are permanently inside the bowl." —Dr. D123
Get it from Amazon for $10.53.
12. A faucet splash catcher you can count on to absorb excess water that makes its way onto the counter whenever you do the dishes.
Two Lilacs Studio is a Saint Helens, Oregon-based Etsy shop specializing in quality handmade goods with personalized options.
Get it from Two Lilacs Studio on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and six colors).
13. The Clean Ball, which, when tossed in your bag, picks up any crumbs or dirt inside to keep things nice and clean because no one wants to feel a bunch of little particles when they're just trying to find their wallet.
Promising review: "This little ball is genius! It rolls around in my purse, which I live out of. It picks up a lot lint, debris, or even crumbs. It's easy to find with the bright pink. Just remove and wash and it’s ready to go again. The price was great and something I can use for years. If you live out of your purse this a must have!!" —dj3biggs
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in three colors).
14. A buildable, color-changing Youthforia BYO blush oil ingeniously formulated to react to the pH level of your skin, which means you'll get glowy, natural-looking color without needing to try out a ton of different shades.
Youthforia is an Asian woman–owned small business established in 2020 that specializes in environmentally friendly, cruelty-free makeup made with at least 90% renewable ingredients.
Fun fact: All of Youthforia's makeup is designed with ingredients that make it A-OK for your skin to sleep with it on!
Promising review: "Dewy and glowy. I tried it over makeup and it appeared as a strong pink shade but settled to a flushed, glowy color. I had my little sister try it too because I wanted to see the color change again and it lasted a really long time on her. The texture was smooth and it was easy to rub in and blend out." —Summer
15. An insulated soundproofing strip you'll be so grateful for when your roommate decides to play music until 3 a.m. (again).
It *also* keeps cool air in your room!
Promising review: "Product works really well! I needed a quick fix to my home office situation, I live in an apartment in Manhattan and never noticed how much sound comes in and out, until I had to be on conference calls working from home! This little tape made a big difference, took me a couple of minutes to install." —Sandra Revueltas
Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in two lengths and four colors).
16. A top-rated face and body oil revered for its ability to fade hyperpigmentation and scars (both old and new) as it hydrates and brightens your skin.
"OK, so I've never used my bottle of Bio-Oil to specifically treat my rosacea. Yet, I've used it to moisturize my skin in the dead of winter or target super dry elbows and knees. This is gonna be your new fave multi-purpose skincare product. (Psst, a lil' goes a long way.)" —Elizabeth Lilly
Promising review: "If you have sensitive, dry skin, or rosacea, this is the product for you! I’ve been using this product for two years now, and I’m obsessed. I use it for uneven skin tone and dry skin. It’s super light, smells good, and never irritates my face. I recently had a massive dry skin rosacea outbreak and used this three times a day and it went away in two days!" —Beatrice
Get it from Amazon for $10.26.
17. And a bottle of Bio-Oil Body Lotion to help your skin stay super hydrated year-round. This doesn't leave any greasy residue either!
"Now, this lotion is much more viscous than your standard lotions, which in normal people speak means that it's runny. But! That's because it has more moisturizing oils in it than regular lotion. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, shea oil, and rosehip oil give you a dose of hydration *without* feeling greasy. My skin tends to be drier (which is a thing that happened a few years ago once I hit my 30s) and I hate how heavy lotion and body cream can feel. So a lot of times I'll only wear it at night, lest I step outside with lotioned legs and start sweating even more than usual. This lotion doesn't have that effect on me. I can tell that my skin looks healthy and glowy, but it doesn't feel like anything at all is weighing me down!" —Elizabeth Lilly
Get it from Amazon for $15.97.
18. A super nourishing tattoo aftercare salve that will help enhance your ink's color while protecting your skin with its moisturizing and soothing capabilities.
Mad Rabbit is a Black-owned biz founded by college friends Oliver Zak and Selom Agbitor after seeing a gap in the market for all-natural products to heal, protect and enhance tattoos. They pitched their tattoo salve in season 12 of Shark Tank. BTW, it's made from just seven vegan and cruelty-free ingredients, this balm is sensitive skin-safe and will make both colored and monochrome tats POP."
Promising review: "Product was awesome. It rejuvenated a 5-year-old tattoo and made it look like new again. Mad Rabbit absorbed into the skin very easily without being greasy." —Janson Ward
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two scents).
19. A pet odor-focused candle or room spray to make your pet-filled home smell fabulous without being overwhelming. We love our furry friends but they don't always smell the freshest.
"In case these Vanna White-like animals aren't convincing enough, check out my full review of One Fur All Pet House candles. (My personal fave is the lavender green tea!)" —Elizabeth Lilly
Promising review: "My favorite candles so far! My cat approves it too! My cat is super sensitive and gets allergic to certain scents but this candle has really been a hit! We both love the scent and the relaxing smell helps to keep my cat calm. P.S The customer service is AMAZING! We ordered the lavender green tea candle." —Natalia
Get them from Amazon: candle for $20.69 (42 scents) and room spray for $9.99 (six scents)
20. A powerful dish-washing spray, which is ridiclously easy to use. Just spray it onto the surface of a dish or pan, wait, then simply wipe it all off. Good as new!
"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." —Elizabeth Lilly
Get it from Amazon for $16.88 (includes a spray bottle and three refills).
21. A Hunt A Killer subscription, a game that lets you channel your inner detective by giving you the chance to solve a crime.
Finally! A reason to put a bunch of yarn between papers on a wall! Each box includes clues for a murder that you need to help solve! Also, this isn't a quick, little thing. It is involved, so you'll stay occupied with this awhile. Each "season" of a crime is six episodes long.
Get a one-month subscription from Hunt A Killer for $34.99 (also available in a six-month or annual subscription).
22. A bottle of air sanitizer capable of *actually* eliminating terrible smells instead of just masking them. Even cigarette smoke doesn't stand a chance!
"Other reviews on sold-out listings mention that it's great for covering up dead animal smells (sometimes mice get in your car?!) and that funeral directors also swear by it. So there's that. My mom uses this on regular smells (like our alive family dog Hank and cooking wafts), and it WORKS." —Elizabeth Lilly
Promising review: "If there is a smell you need to ELIMINATE, not cover up, Ozium is the go-to. Pet odor, smoke, anything. Simply the best." —Jonathan Cashman
Get it from Amazon for $13.47.
23. Dip clips you'll soon be unable to live without. Seriously, going through a drive-thru, ordering chicken nuggets, and being able to simply dip 'em into these clips is borderline life changing.
They'll fit onto horizontal or vertical air vents *and* can hold sauce packs from all popular fast food chains!
Promising review: "I love this in my car! It stays in place and lets me do all the dipping I want while I drive without making a mess." —krystie
Get two from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three colors).
24. An easy-to-use bug bite suction tool, which works to reduce itchiness by removing bug bite venom. It's also great for traveling!
Promising review: "I am a magnet for bites of all kinds and carry topical and medicines with me at all times — so I figured this would be a good product to see if it really works. It arrived on Monday and on Tuesday morning I woke up with a bug bite on my arm. I used this little tool (3x per the instructions) and documented with photos. Immediately after using, it stopped itching! And less than 24 hours later the bump/bite was gone! There is a very faint red mark from using the thing but a small price to pay IMO. Bottom line: it’s awesome. I’m carrying it with me everywhere!" —Rebecca
Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in four colors and multiple bundles).
25. And a Sunyear camping hammock with a net to keep mosquitoes out so you can sleep outdoors without being eaten alive.
The net isn't removable but if you choose not to use it, you can flip it to the underside while in use.
Promising review: "We recently took two of these camping and they worked well. Hammock sleeping takes some getting used to. They are initially comfy but, depending on how you set it up, your legs can end up high which caused me to wake up a few times to adjust my sleeping position. The mosquito netting is a great add. Be careful getting into the hammock as one of the lines we used to hold up the netting was caught in our hand and snapped when the full weight of your body was applied. It's not really a product flaw, you just have to make sure you are only putting your weight on the sleeping surface and not the netting when getting in. Common sense really, just something to watch for." —Tony
Get it from Amazon for $43.99+ (available in two sizes and 12 color combos).
26. An impressive stainless-steel soap bar harnessing the power to erase garlic and fish odors from your hands after your cooking sessions.
27. A silicone dishwasher net you never knew you needed. This clever net will keep all your dishes in place throughout the wash so you don't have to cringe every time you hear something fall over mid-cycle.
Promising review: "I love this dishwasher netting. It’s perfect for all of my plastic containers that otherwise would flip over and fill up with dirty dish water. It’s very flexible and can stretch in all directions and has convenient hooks to hold the netting in place. Very happy with my purchase." —JB
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
28. A pet-hair remover if you find yourself always complaining about dog hair being everywhere. You'll be saving sooo much time and $$$ on all those lint rollers!
Promising review: "This thing is amazing. With multiple cats and two dogs who have no boundaries in the house (couches, chairs and beds are free game), and more than a few with black fur, our furniture and carpets were constantly covered. This thing works wonders! Easy to use, does the job right, and cheap. What a bang for your buck. The fur comes right off, it's a miracle. I recently used it in our bedroom since we have light blue carpet. The vacuum wasn't sucking up the fur and the carpet looked dingy and dirty. I got down and went to town on the carpet with this thing and the difference is like night and day. Seriously, if you have pets, this is a must. Bought it in March, it's now October and it still works like a beast. You won't regret buying this." —dameow687
Get it from Amazon for $10.35.
29. A hair finishing cream on a mascara-like wand your flyaways, baby hairs, and frizz don't stand a chance against.
Promising review: "No matter what I do or what expensive and high-rated product I try, my fly-aways are an annoying constant. This product has completely rid me of my daily top of head fly-away frizz! I wish I would have discovered this product years ago! It smoothes my hair out and truly lasts all day. Be careful, as a tiny bit goes a long way!" —RachelOK
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
30. If you're a glasses-wearer, a handmade 3D-style face mask you can even sport with sunglasses, sans the fog. Sign me up!
Conico Masks is a California-based Etsy shop that specializes in face masks, face masks designed for glasses, and eyelashes.
Promising review: "Awesome mask. Was looking for a mask that would fully cover my face and not fog glasses. This mask does both, while being very comfortable. Love how this mask fits. The design is very smart and different than other masks. Went with size large, which was spot on. Also, super fast shipping." —MM
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear loops
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Linen, Satin, or Cotton
Shipping Time: Expected to ship within 3-4 days
Get it from Conico Masks on Etsy for $11.99+ (available in 26 varieties).
Psst — this shop offers ✨free shipping!✨
31. A stick of anti-chafing balm destined to be your newest obsession. See ya never again, irritated and chafed inner thighs.
"I own this and yes, can vouch that it's QUITE effective for inner-thigh chafing (the bane of my existence)." —Elizabeth Lilly
Promising review: "Omg this stuff is the best! I am a chubby girl and I recently went to Thailand where it was 90 degrees Fahrenheit with a 70% humidity every single day I was there. This stuff got me through! I was able to wear dresses and shorts with no chafing! And I only ever had to apply in the morning and once in the middle of the day! My life is forever changed I’ve already ordered two more!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11 (available in two sizes; also available in a cream, "for her," and for your feet.)
32. A bidet attachment so you can enjoy the benefits of a bidet without needing to install one. Toilet paper, WHO?
Promising review: "Life-changing. If I have to drop a #2 and there is no tushy, I’ll just hold it and race home. There is no going back to the pre-bidet life. Only an ignorant miscreant would advocate for toilet paper." —Zachary R
Get it from Amazon for $109+ (available in seven colors) or Tushy for $129 (available in 10 colors).
33. A pair of comfortable tie-dye thigh high stockings created with all-day wear in mind, with a no-slip-grip to keep 'em in place from a.m. to p.m.
Kixies is a woman-founded small biz inspired by a desire to not be crammed into a pair of tights. Relatable! This brand makes stockings with a triple band no-slip grip so you won't be tugging them up all day like other thigh highs you've tried in the past.
Get them from Kixies for $29.99 (available in sizes A–D).
34. A cooling towel to provide you with some much-needed ~chill~ on unreasonably warm days. This genius product just requires some water and a quick wring before it's ready to take your core body temp down a few notches.
Promising review: "I am so in love with these, mostly use them for running, etc. I use them at night a lot because I’m going through menopause. It has been a miracle for me, I’ve tried all kinds of supplements they help but this actually works better for me. Also had a virus and used one to cool me down and help with fever. So they have so many uses, I suggest that everyone get these!" —Annette Looper
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five color combos).
35. An adjustable selfie ring light you'll try out once and never go back to regular lighting *ever* again. Seriously, this light means business and will instantly upgrade all of your video calls and photos.
Use it with your phone mounted under the light or set up the tripod behind your computer on your desk for meetings.
Promising review: "I’ve been having to work from home. During this time, I’m in front of my computer doing WebEx calls and Teams. Having to present and talk in front of 20-50+ people. This light is AWESOME! My team even asked what I did and then made their purchase right away!" —Anna Chouinard
Get it from Amazon for $25.28.
36. Some rapid-fill water balloons that'll make any party SO much more fun. You won't have to wait around to fill up each balloon individually!
Promising review: "These are SO cool!! Super easy to use and fill up. Fun for hours for the kids. The worst part was clean up because there were so many. My son is begging me to get some more of these. All you do is attach the nozzle to a hose and the balloons fill up, seal off, and drop off all by themselves. No tying or trying to squeeze them over anything." —Amanda B.
Get 350 balloons from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four color combos).
37. A colorless, odorless SPF 40 sunscreen, which doubles as a primer and provides you with residue- and grease-free sun protection. There's a reason this baby is beloved by so many.
Promising review: "I've tried a lot of facial sunscreens, and Supergoop is by far the best one. It's lightweight, goes on smoothly, and doesn't leave feel sticky or greasy even in the hottest weather. And because it's clear, I don't have to worry about it leaving a white, chalky, mask-like film on my face." —mskate
Get it from Sephora for $22+ (available in three colors).
38. A conveniently foldable over-the-sink drying rack that won't take up nearly as much space as a traditional drying rack would but allows you to leave your dishes out to dry overnight instead of having to dry them with a towel.
Promising review: "Drain washed fruit on top. Dry pots and pans. I love that it rolls up and hides away under sink. So much better than what we had and I like better than the big metal drying racks that you always see even when not using." —maryconlin
Get it from Food52 for $38.25+ (available in three colors).
39. An ultra thin electrical cover so you can easily plug and unplug things without needing to move the entire couch or table forward.
Promising review: "The design of this is great. I always hated putting plugs behind furniture and either not using the plug, or the furniture being inches away from the wall. This is the perfect solution. I have a few of these now behind couches and dressers in the house and they are great. This is more expensive than some other flat extension cords but I think the look and quality of these is worth it." —Adam C.
Get it from Amazon for $23.95.
40. A waterless foaming cat bath made with natural ingredients to help keep your furry friends looking and feeling nice and clean (and keep your arms free of any angry kitty scratches).
Promising review: "This product is great at helping me keep my long haired persian's hair smelling and feeling clean without actually having to bathe her multiple times a month. She is a rather messy eater and gets her chest dirty, and this waterless foam cleans the mess right up. I have also noticed less shedding since using this product and her hair is so soft and fluffy. The smell is pleasant too. (Picture of Purrsephone and all her glorious floof thanks to the help of this product.)" —Crystal M.
Get it from Amazon for $10.29.
41. An adjustable laptop riser, because you deserve the convenience of working from wherever you want with your wireless mouse in tow.
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