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    29 Products That Aren’t Glamorous But Get The Job Done

    Like a tonsil stone remover, because someone's gotta do it.

    1. A teeth-whitening pen you'll appreciate having on hand when you're between cleanings and notice those pearly whites are looking a liiittle less than ivory. Apply for just 30 seconds once or twice daily for a smile that's 4–8 times brighter!

    before and after images of yellow and then whiter teeth

    2. A simple yet effective cat toy made of just steel wire and cardboard, because as much as your kitty deserves fancy playthings with all the bells and whistles, sometimes all they want is something to swat at. Dangle it over their head and watch them go wild!

    3. A genius T-shirt roll holder so you won't have to panic as you scramble to pick up strewn-about tees every time someone comes to visit. It may not look like much, but it holds 10–20 rolled-up shirts with its stretchy loop compartments and can also be used to store things like paper towels and crafting supplies!

    BuzzFeed writer's closet door closed with several shirts hanging from a hook at the top of the door. The shirts are attached by rolling them up and putting them through stretchy loops.

    4. A cooktop cleaner that'll actually conquer those burnt-on stains you thought were permanent — very little elbow grease required. Plus, this kit comes with a cleaning pad, grip pad tool, and scraper to get that stove so shiny, it'll be like having an extra mirror.

    5. An acne patch to spot-treat those pesky skin eruptions that always seem to pop up at the most inconvenient times. Leave it on overnight, then try to contain your disbelief when you see how much gunk it's able to extract by morning.

    6. A drain clog remover for any respectable adult who's ever had to witness a plumber pull a humiliating amount of hair out of their clogged drain and has vowed to never let that happen again. Just stick it down your drain to lift out all that gunk and try not to be too grossed out when you see what's been hiding down there.

    Reviewer holding the snake, which has grabbed a massive chunk of hair from the drain

    7. A set of stainless-steel S-shaped hangers to keep your jeans from unnecessarily taking up wayyy too much drawer space. Each one fits five pairs and keeps 'em as compact as if you were hanging up a dress. These get an A+ for storage optimization.

    Reviewer image of three pairs of pants hanging from the rod

    8. A super popular pet hair remover you can use on furniture, bedding, clothes, or anything where shedding tends to accumulate. Best of all? It's totally reusable and requires none of that annoying sticky film, making it eco-friendly!

    Reviewer photo of a black pillow covered in white dog hair and you can clearly see which side they brushed with the fur remover because all the dog hair is gone in that section

    9. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets, because after seeing all of that residue coating the inside, you've started wondering how clean your dishes could really be if your dishwasher itself is a mess? Just pop them into the tray where you'd normally put detergent (or on the bottom of your dishwasher if you're washing dishes at the same time), and run as usual!

    10. A streak-free anti-fog spray for anyone who wears glasses and wants to conquer that frustrating lens mist once and for all (raises hand). You can also use it on your bathroom mirror, windshield, and pretty much anything else that's prone to condensation.

    Reviewer wearing a mask and glasses that aren't foggy

    11. A nifty set of wad-free pads that attach to each corner of your bedsheets to keep them from consuming everything else in the dryer. If you've ever gone to retrieve your laundry only to find it's rolled up into a big ball and...not dry...you know how frustrating it is (esp when you wait to do it right before bed and end up with a damp pillowcase!) 😩

    the wad free pads attached to a bed sheet

    12. A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp, because who says cleaning your bowl can't be fun? You literally just stamp a gel cleaning disc under the rim, then let the flusher do all the heavy lifting. Let's hear it for no more gnarly toilet brushes to deal with!

    13. A fan favorite carpet cleaner that'll help you keep your cool the next time the dog/kid/SO makes a mess on that white rug you insisted on getting. Don't worry, it'll make stains and regret vanish!

    14. Or a pack of stain-removing pads to keep you from crying every time your beloved pup decides your new carpet is the best place to pee. They work on wet and dry stains, and all you have to do is plop 'em down, stomp, and let the magic happen. No more scrubbing!

    15. An unassuming silicone kitchen sink organizer that'll finally give your wet sponge (and dish soap, and hand soap) a designated space that's not the countertop. And, its flexible design makes for easy clean-up so your sink accessories won't be sitting in soap scum.

    The organizer holding a sponge, dish soap, and hand soap

    16. A pack of foaming garbage disposal cleaner to get rid of lingering smells — you know, the ones that always make you think, "Wow, I should probably be cleaning my garbage disposal," but then never do. Plus, it's fun to watch it bubble up!

    17. A pack of five desk drawer organizers that are small enough to arrange in whatever configuration works best for your space. Each one is a different color, so you can keep your pens in the yellow, paperclips in the red — it'll essentially prevent your desk from turning into yet another junk drawer.

    18. A pack of humble-looking matatabi chew sticks your cat will go absolutely gaga over, thanks to their catnip-like essential oils. Matatabi is a plant native to Japan and China, and not only will these sticks make your kitty purrrfectly happy, chewing on them is also good for their teeth!

    cat chewing on the stick

    19. A plant-based stainless-steel cleaner and polish for anyone who loved the look of their shiny appliances the first week they got them, then quickly realized they're actually a breeding ground for fingerprints. It's made with coconut oil to polish and shine without streaking, and creates a protective barrier to help prevent future smudges.

    Hand wiping a fridge door after applying the cleaner

    20. A laundry soap bar that might not look like much (aside from its cute pink color), but its stain-lifting powers will knock your socks off (and clean them, too!). Many reviewers also *swear* by this for cleaning makeup brushes/sponges!

    Before and after of a reviewer's T-shirt and pants that are stained dark brown and then look bright and white after being cleaned with the soap bar

    21. Or, some stain-removing tablets you can just toss into the washing machine if you don't have time for blotting and scrubbing laundry by hand. And not only do they tackle tough stains like it's their job (I guess it technically is), they also act as fabric softener!

    22. A tonsil stone remover that's oddly satisfying if you enjoy extracting things from small crevices — oh, and combatting bad breath. Reviewers say it's a cinch to use, and it even comes with a light to help you see back there. Now open up and say, "Ahhh."

    23. An allergy supplement to help boost your pup's immune system if they're prone to itchy, sensitive skin and seasonal ailments. It's packed with things like salmon oil, colostrum, and astragalus root, along with a probiotic blend to support skin and gut health.

    24. A mold and mildew remover that actually sticks to grout grime and buildup, leaving your tiles looking like new. Let it sit for 7–8 hours, then wipe away and ta-da! You'll wonder how you stared at a dirty shower wall for so long.

    Progression photo showing dark mold and mildew on shower tile grout disappearing overnight

    25. A Schick Silk dermaplaning razor for those times when you notice some unwanted hair and you're like, this needs to go, STAT. It's gentle enough to use on more sensitive areas, and works wayyy more quickly than having to pluck individual hairs one by one.

    26. A foot balm made with beeswax, cocoa butter, and olive oil to prep your dry, cracked feet for sandal season. Rub it on after your shower for smoother heels and toes, and watch your feet do a transformation that'll rival any '90s movie makeover scene.

    The yellow balm

    27. A bleach-free, no-scrub weekly shower spray you can — as the name says — "wet and forget." Just spray it on, let it sit overnight, and wipe it off the next day for a cleaner shower — no intense arm exercise required.

    Before: a dirty shower floor; after: the clean shower floor

    28. Some washing machine cleaning tablets for extra assurance that your linens aren't mingling with odor-causing residue while they're being "cleaned." Simply place one tablet in your empty washing machine and run a normal wash cycle — easy breezy!

    models hand dropping 1/4c-ish size tablet into washer

    29. And finally, a gentle yet effective pumice cleaning stone to keep your bowl sparkling, even in the midst of limescale, water rings, rust, and anything else that might be making your toilet look unsightly. And since it comes with a handle, you won't have to stick your hand near anything you'd...rather not.

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