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    Just 41 Practical Products You’ll Have No Idea How You Lived This Long Without

    If you *still* haven't invested in a veggie chopper... idk what you're waiting for.

    1. A tub of The Pink Stuff which can clean anything you throw at it, be that tires, pots and pans, stove tops, showers, or your 5-year-old's crayon wall mural. 

    Reviewer using it to clear up hard water stains in tub
    A customer review before and after photo showing the results of using The Pink Stuff on their stovetop

    Check it out on TikTok here! And see what Shopping Editor Heather Braga has to say: 

    "After hearing what incredible things The Pink Stuff can do, I finally ordered it and tried it for myself. Honestly, wow! It really does work wonders. I tried it first on my Le Creuset cast-iron pan (seen above, right) and really was amazed at how just one pass with The Pink Stuff (and a scouring brush) took off almost every stain! I can't wait to try it on literally everything in my home that needs a deep cleaning."

    Promising review: "Found this product on TikTok. I don’t think I’ve ever seen value like I do this product! Literally use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? ...This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea-size amount of this makes them look brand new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What’s more? You need such LITTLE of this product, it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok!!!" —Rachel in CLT

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97

    2. A pack of Crest 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips that will erase telltale signs of the fact that you subsist off of coffee, coffee, and — oh! — more coffee.

    It even includes 1-Hour Express Strips that give you same-day results if you need a little last-minute whitening!

    Promising review: "These teeth whitening strips are the best on the market. Even after the first application, you can see whiter teeth. You're definitely getting your money's worth buying these." —Ashley White

    Get a pack of 44 from Amazon for $45.99.

    3. A pouch of foaming garbage disposal cleaner to eliminate the special stank that can only be produced after years of shredding up meat, produce, and whatever that mystery blob was that came out of your long-lost Tupperware.

    The bag which comes with 4.9 ounces of lemon-scented cleaner
    A reviewer's video of them using the cleaner with the caption

    Each pouch of lemon-scented formula gets you four uses. Dump a pack into your disposal (while off at first!), run the water just a bit, and then start it and watch as the blue foam gets to work eliminating odors and loosening up nasties that have been caught down there for who knows how long.

    Promising review: "These are amazing! I was skeptical at first, but I followed the directions (which are super easy) and was grossed out and satisfied at the same time to see the gunk that was removed. You put the entire packet down your disposal (I read that twice too) and magic happens in under two minutes! That is what I call powerful and successful cleaning! The scent is super clean and light with a hint of lemon. These will definitely be a cleaning staple for me." —KPITT

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $11.35.

    4. A Wet & Forget weekly cleaner you can spritz on your shower walls and tub after you're done cleaning yourself. Leave it on overnight — no scrubbing necessary — and just wash it off the next time you're in the shower!

    Promising review: "I really like the fact that this product is true to its description! I highly recommend you do a thorough and very good job of cleaning before you apply this product, or it will not make the product as effective as it should be! I highly recommend this because really, who wants to clean their shower every day? This also keeps away mold and mildew; how cool is that." —Stephanie Parker

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two scents and packs of one or two). 

    5. A six-pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets ready to cut through lime and mineral buildup like no one's business. Used once a month, the septic-safe formula will keep your dishwasher blissfully clean and odor-free.

    A reviewer's photo of a dirty dishwasher
    The same reviewer's after photo of a clean dishwasher

    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 just not getting clean. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh in Good Housekeeping magazine. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. 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 am amazed!" —Sheila

    Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.54.

    6. ChomChom roller — a MUST for any pet parent — ready to put your regular old lint roller to shame. Forget ripping off sheets till you run out — this collects everything in a neat little compartment you simply empty out.

    before and after of a BuzzFeeder's velvet sofa covered in cat fur and then completely clean
    Jenae Sitzes / BuzzFeed

    Here's what BuzzFeeder Jenae Sitzes has to say: 

    "I've been using the ChomChom for quite a while now, but I took the photos above literally just now to show just how quick, easy, and effective this roller is. It took 10 seconds to rid my velvet couch ottoman (yes, velvet...a terrible cat owner choice, I know) of the hair my two gray kitties are constantly leaving everywhere. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure."

    Promising review: "I was skeptical that this would would work. I have two cats and a dog. Cleaning hair off clothing and furniture is near impossible. But this really works. Black pants... fur free. Couch... fur free. It's amazing. Even the cat tower looks clean. Works on the rug, too. I got carried away and de-furred my whole living room. Next is the bedroom." —A Jenkins. 

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in black). 

    7. And a fur-eliminating broom capable of squeegeeing enough fur from your carpet that if magically animated — you know, like those brooms in Fantasia — it would transform into a Pekingese.

    Promising review: "I have a giant Saint Bernard who sheds constantly no matter how much I brush her. My carpet was covered with fur, and I felt so overwhelmed with how impossible it was to get clean. I actually feel like my carpet is clean now! I rake about once a day just to keep up with all the fur she sheds. I definitely recommend this for dog owners. It also helps bring life back into carpet that got matted down by heavy furniture or in walkways. Seriously, if you have dogs that shed a lot, get this for your carpet!!" —Anna Domet

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in five configurations).

    8. A portable car vacuum if your toddler's favorite game is to throw their Cheerios all over the backseat and then grind them into the cushions and floorboards on their way out of the car. 🙃

    before of a reviewer's car floor covered in dust and crumbs
    after of the reviewer's car floor perfectly clean

    Promising review: "This item is perfect. As a busy wife and mom it is nearly impossible to keep my vehicle clean. This portable vacuum makes it much easier. It’s so convenient to have on hand and clean up crumbs 'as they fall' lol. My husband likes it so much that he ordered one for his vehicle." —Christian Love

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in four colors/configurations). 

    9. rechargeable, eco-friendly lighter available in an array of pleasing shades. No more reaching your entire hand into a nearly-finished Yankee Candle with a BIC!

    A rose gold lighter with an electric current
    BuzzFeed editor lighting a candle
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    Here's more from my colleague Emma Lord

    "It comes in other pretty colors, but I am especially partial to this one because I first bought it for my parents (their kitchen is entirely pink and one of my favorite places on Earth), and this is SO EASY to use — not to mention super safe! It worked like a charm on their stove, which needs to be lit by hand. I bought one for myself and have used it for all my candles now for over a year now. I'm a big weenie about fire (LOL, self-preservation) so I've always stuck to extended arm gas lighters, but this is much better for the environment (plus cuter), so I feel a lot better about using it. Read my full review of the Leejie electric lighter for more deets!"

    Promising review: "Wow. This thing is amazing. Small and so easy to use. My husband kept saying it won’t actually light anything and was blown away when it did. We lit candles and paper to use as tinder with absolutely no effort. No fuel needed. Just a quick recharging. And no waste in throwing away those huge and never easy to use butane sticks. Love love it. Easy buying process so I would recommend everyone buy one." —Diane Bold

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five colors).

    10. pack of K-Cup cleaning pods that are basically like a full-body tune-up for your coffee maker. Just look at the nasty stuff it flushes out!

    three cups of dirty water that get progressively cleaner with each rinse
    reviewer image of cleaning K-cup placed inside Keurig

    See them in action on TikTok here

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

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.95.

    11. Some Bio-Oil which is sure to come in clutch for anyone who spent their teen years picking and prodding at pimples. If you were left with acne scars and skin damage as a result, it'll swoop in and encourage new collagen production and help with elasticity. 

    reviewer holding bottle of bio oil
    reviewer's before and after showing skin irritation and then clear skin

    Take it from BuzzFeed shopping writer Emma Lord

    "FWIW re: scars, this stuff really works. I had thyroid surgery a few years ago and Bio-Oil took me from looking like I'd stumbled out of the Red Wedding to virtually no detectable scar within a few months. All I did was apply it once in the morning and once at night."

    Promising review: "Love this oil so much, wish I had found it earlier! I use this on my body and my face at least once a day, sometimes twice. This stuff is amazing — my scars/stretch marks are hugely improved, my skin tone and texture looks amazing and my face looks bright and even in the morning when I’ve applied this the night before. A little goes a long way — one of these bottles lasts me around 2+ months and the results are fantastic! Buy it!" —christina nakonecznyj

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes). 

    12. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper so you can dice up an onion without fear of losing a digit. Yes, I've watched Gordon Ramsay YouTube explainers on how to do it with a knife, but there's a disconnect between my head and my hand, okay??

    Reviewer putting a potato on a flip top lid cutter and bringing the lid down to chop it into pieces
    Model pressing down on top to cut an onion

    Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets. Check out a TikTok of their veggie chopper in action. 

    Promising review: "I read tons of reviews. The negative ones scared me a bit, but I wish I’d purchased this years ago. It cuts my cooking time by 75%. Even if it breaks after six months, I will have gotten my money's worth. I use it mostly for peppers and onions. I have used it to dice finely pounded, cooked chicken breast, but that’s a little too heavy duty. Perfect for eggs, cooked potatoes for potato salad…that sort of thing. If you buy decently firm tomatoes it does a great job with them. The trick is to cut whatever you want to dice into manageable thin slices. I have arthritis in my hands, and this makes food prep way WAY easier." —Monica Anderson

    Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three colors and styles). 

    13. A tube of silicone grout whitener if you're dealing with mold and mildew that will. not. go. away. no matter how much you clean it. 

    The gel formula is safe to use on/around windows, sinks and baths, shower-heads, pools, tiles, silicone sealant, and more. Leave it on the area you're looking to clean for six to eight hours (no scrubbing required). Some reviewers with really bad mold/mildew note that leaving it on for longer and/or doing a second round of cleaning made a huge difference!

    Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. Since we bought this place, we figured we had to fix the caulking because we tried every cleaner we know to get rid of this gross shower mold. Before we decided to fix...we gave this a shot. Now the shower is like new; probably didn't even need to wait the 5 hours, but glad we did. Saved so much time, labor, and money. 🙌" —Nacho Average Review

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

    14. A set of bedsheet holders that are basically like suspenders for your mattress, because nothing ruins a morning like having the corner of your fitted sheet pop off as you roll over.

    Each pack comes with four bands, which can stretch from 12 to 18 inches and hold adequate tension.

    Promising review: "Say goodbye to re-arranging your fitted sheet every morning! My boyfriend sleeps like he’s rolling down a hill, so every morning I would wake up to the scratchy feel of my mattress cover because my soft silk fitted sheet was all over the place. Thanks to these bed bands, our sheets stay put no matter what. The only way for your fitted sheet to come off is if you manually remove these first. I wish I would have bought this so much sooner." —Khalysee

    Get a pack of four from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three colors, two sizes, and four pack sizes).

    15. A medication tracker you can stick to the side of any prescription you regularly forget to take. Now there'll be noooo question as to whether that headache you have is from existing solely on iced coffee or the fact that you've gone three days without your Prozac.  

    Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? I love it. This is a lifesaver! I’ve been looking for something like this for years. I always forget 10 minutes later if I actually took my medicine or just put it down. I’ve tried so many different ways, making marks on the bottle, making stickers, and other pill containers. None ever work. And pill containers are so bulky when I only need one pill." —Niki

    Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two colors).

    16. A flat outlet plug that can be placed behind furniture or in areas where you'd like to eliminate some cord clutter.

    I have an outlet next to my bed and would always have to move the mattress a bit to plug in my MacBook cord, but now that I have this I don't have to move anything. The cover is connected to an extension cord and power strip with three outlets, so it actually gives you more options than your regular ol' wall outlet.

    Promising review: "Did y’all know they made these?!? I was movin' some furniture around in the guest room, and my beautiful bride just wasn’t happy with how far the dresser stood out from the the wall because of the TV plug.  I did some searchin' on the old internet and found these for sale on Amazon. I put it on the outlet behind the dresser and shoved it into place. My beautiful bride was very pleased! Just so y’all know, the wall plug is indeed flat, and it’s designed to cover the whole plug when ya use it. It’s flatter’n a bug in a windscreen and works great!" —James P.

    Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in five different lengths/configurations).

    17. An as-seen-on-Shark-Tank seat gap filler you can pop in your center console to ensure you never drop another french fry, phone, or credit card into that evil little crevice!!! 

    a split image of a model inserting the black DropStop into a car and another image of the car gap filler preventing a phone, coins, and french fries from falling
    A reviewer photo of a car with the Drop Stop care seat gap filler installed on the left side of the passenger seat

    The seat gap filler is flexible and fits into most cars. The pack comes with two gap fillers (one for both the driver and passenger sides), a sticky pad for keeping items like your phone from sliding around, and an LED car light.

    Promising review: "I have to admit my expectations weren't very high. I thought it was more of a joke when my husband got this for me for Christmas. Little did I realize it would be one of my favorite gadgets ever! I don't know if I realized just how many things went missing in my seat gap. It has really saved a lot of things from disappearing into that black hole. It was easy enough to fit into my car, and it's soft! It's just like an extension of my seat, except it fits every curve of my seat! There really isn't another product that compares to this. That's why I gave it 5 stars!" —Tessa Forbes

    Get a pair from Amazon for $24.99.

    18. A grout pen that deposits long-lasting, nontoxic ink that'll conceal years of stains. If you've scrubbed, scrubbed, and scrubbed some more — all without result — then submit to the stains and just get this.

    Someone using the pen which has a precision tip
    Reviewer's photo which shows half their tiled floor with dirty grout and half with fresh white grout after using the pen

    Promising review: "Holy cow! I never thought my stained grout would look so good! These pens are so amazing. After a little priming, they go forever! They cover very well and are super easy to use and cover the darkest of stains! Also, this is great for those deep small holes or grooves that are in the tile that leave dirt spots that are almost impossible to get out. Just prime it over the hole and rub it in with your finer and wipe off the rest. I have very light beige tile, and the beige color pens blend perfectly. This beige will blend well with white as well. Cannot beat it for the price and the amazing job this pen does. One pen will cover about a 3 x 20-foot area no problem." —NatJH

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available with narrow or wide tip).

    19. A seat cushion because despite the junk in your trunk, sitting from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. is taking a serious toll on your tailbone. Give your tush some relief with this thiccc memory foam cushion.

    A reviewer's top view of the cushion used on a wooden dining chair
    The same reviewer's side shot of the black cushion

    Promising review: "On a long and uncomfortable flight to Hawaii I managed to mess up my back and tail bone really bad. Nothing seemed to help. That’s how I ended up here, looking for some relief. This thing is magical, like sitting on the back of a unicorn while coming down a rainbow. I sat down on it and all the pressure points were not giving me any issues, was able to drive out of state the next day NO PROBLEM. Outstanding quality, doesn’t just squish down when you sit on it. BUY IT! The cover is also removable and washable." —Mrs. J

    Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in six colors).

    20. A Conair fabric defuzzer powerful enough to remove pills and matted fibers from your sofa (and even clothes) but gentle enough that no damage is left in its wake. 

    Check out our write-up of this magical fabric defuzzer! The battery-operated model requires two AA batteries that aren't included, but you can buy some right here!

    Promising review: "OK, I don’t normally rave about things like this. I bought this on a whim in a last attempt to save my favorite duvet cover. The pills had gotten to the point where it was seriously uncomfortable to sleep on. I thought I was going to have to get a new duvet cover entirely. Along came this lil' baby. Not only is my duvet cover basically brand-new, but I have found a new hobby. I’m depilling everything. Sweatshirts, leggings, blankets, socks, anything that looks like it needs some love. It does the job quickly and leaves everything looking fresh. I can’t stop. Everyone needs to own this." —Sydney Jensen

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six colors and rechargeable or battery operated). 

    21. Some shower curtain rings with separate hangers for your curtain and liner that will make taking them down and switching them out SO much faster and easier. No marking yourself as "busy" on your office cal so you can fight with your tension rod for 30+ minutes!

    curtain rings with two separate hooks to hold liner and curtain
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This is one of those items you didn’t know you needed, and once you get it you can’t help but wonder how you ever managed before. I absolutely hate taking the shower curtains off because of the whole open and close for multiple shower curtains. I know you’re like, ‘It’s just shower curtain hooks.’ And it is. But when you have to change out the creepy shower liner that likes to attack you, and you dread doing so, this just adds seconds to your life. No more unsnapping. Simply take out the liner, place the liner on the appropriate hook, and presto." —Nardsbaby

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 12 finishes).

    22. A handy dandy wad preventer to ensure your sheets don't tangle themselves up into a Boy Scout badge–worthy knot *and* not even get clean in the process.

    a model showing a pair of sheets with the wad preventer
    Amazon

    Wad-Free is a small biz from Cyndi Bray. Their products are made in the USA. Just pop the corners of your flat or fitted sheet into the device, and you'll never have to deal with tangling and twisting again! Believe it or not (I mean believe it...the reviews are there), the manufacturer even says that your sheets will dry 75% faster and with fewer wrinkles.

    Promising review: "I don’t know what kind of magic makes these things work and I don’t care as long as it keeps my sheets from tangling up in the washer and dryer. This saves me so much time in the laundry room. I have king-size sheets that always end up in a twisted cocoon of wetness in both my front load washer and my dryer. Before, I always had to stop the dryer and untangle everything; now I just toss them in with no worries. After washing and drying three separate loads of sheets with Wad-Free, I purchased two more sets for my parents." —ZombieQT

    Get it from Amazon or Wad-Free for $19.99.

    23. A set of cart trolley dividing bags so you can organize your groceries as you go and not have to bob between putting things in the fridge/freezer/pantry once you get home — just put everything away bag by bag!

    Each bag holds up to 50 pounds and has an extra pocket.

    Promising review: "This is exactly what I've been looking for. It fits all the shopping carts, and you can detach them and take only one to tow all of the bags if you are shopping for smaller quantities. I've been using these for a few days now, and I love it. I used to have a bunch of different bags in my trunk, and it was very messy. With Lotus Bags, I can finally get rid of all the other bags and have these sitting nice and pretty in the trunk. The cooler bag is especially awesome to keep the items cool while shopping to transporting them home. The bags look very well made and sturdy." —JJ

    Get them from Amazon for $44.99.

    24. An easily washable drip catcher if *nothing* grinds your gears quite like a soapy counter puddle after you just spent precious minutes cleaning dishes because you're not part of the 1% (AKA – the dishwasher-owning class).

    blue drip catcher around a silver kitchen faucet
    drip catchers in grey, black, navy, tan, light blue, and red
    Hustle Sew Shop / Etsy

    Hustle Sew Shop is a small shop based in Saint Helens, Oregon run by Jacy Stratton.

    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. So reasonably priced, made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care." —Alina

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

    25. A magnetic stove shelf on which you can stack your go-to spices, oils, and kitschy salt and pepper shakers. This will also prevent any food from getting back there if you seemingly can't boil a pot of pasta without flinging penne everywhere.

    The shelf — from a small, Wisconsin–based biz — works with both flat and curved stoves. It doesn't require any adhesives or installation, and the magnets can even be repositioned for a custom fit.

    Promising review: "The shelf installed in a snap. It has two sturdy magnets that hold it securely onto the slightly rounded back of my stove. I felt comfortable setting a full jar of honey on it, and I haven’t seen it move at all as I have been cooking. I have limited space in the kitchen, so I’m really happy to have an additional place to set things I need frequently. It doesn’t look like an add-on; it looks like part of the stove. I’m really happy with it!" —Sylvia J.

    Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in three sizes and four finishes).

    26. An enzyme-based stain spray capable of taking on the *peskiest* stains from grass and mud to wine and even cosmetics. If you've ever gotten a drop of foundation on your clothes, you know what a big deal that last one is!

    Puracy is a small, family-owned business dedicated to creating natural and organic formulas that are not only effective but safe for kids and pets. Aside from food stains, this spray also does a number on all other miscellaneous spots in your life like wine, coffee, makeup, and period blood!

    Promising review: "I was reluctant to purchase a 'natural' stain remover, and I was surprised how great it works on ALL types of stains. My husband is a Greens Keeper on our local golf course. Needless to say, he comes home with a huge variety of nearly impossible-to-get-out stains on his clothes; from grease to grass stains, and everything in between. So, far, I have not had a stain that the Puracy stain remover (applied with a toothbrush) cannot tackle. It beats all the commercial stain removers, and I’ve tried them all. It also removes chocolate, blood, and tomato stains. One of the best cleaning products I’ve used." —Dee Marie

    Get it from Puracy on Amazon for $7.99+ (available in various sizes and with or without a cleaning cloth).

    27. A set of drawer organizers that can take your dresser from the chaos that is a TJ Maxx sale section to the enviable order that is The Container Store.

    The set of four dividers can fit scarves, ties, underwear, bras, and socks as seen above.

    Promising review: "No matter how neatly I fold my bras and underwear, they always seem to become a big jumble in the drawer. These organizers are perfect for keeping everything in place, and you won't forget about those items you own that end up buried at the back." —M. Hanson

    Get it from Amazon for $11.97 (available in seven colors).

    28. Some modular sheet pan dividers so you can make a one-pan meal without overcooking any of the elements. Sick of burning your summer squash while you wait for your Brussels sprouts to finish? Well now you can pull 'em out as soon as they're done without worrying about shuffling multiple hot pans. 

    a model pulling asparagus from the oven and putting salmon and potatoes back in
    Amazon

    Prep'd, the small biz that created these handy dividers, was founded in 2015 by two industrial engineers who believed cooking should be simple, easy, and ultimately fun.

    Promising review: "These are great for so many reasons. We're in a mixed gluten household (one person has celiac and is diabetic, but we are not all doing a gluten-free diet). We can portion control for carb counting and separate out gluten-free vs. none on one pan. Plus, cleanup is just throwing in the dishwasher!" —J Fans

    Get a set of four from Amazon for $29.99.

    29. A wrinkle release spray because let's be real... you leave your clothes in the dryer for WAY too long after they're done but you're also not about to pull out an ironing board to remedy the wrinkles. A few spritzes of this, and you're g2g. 

    Promising review: "HOLY SMOKES. I wasn't expecting this product to work so well. Literally 10 seconds after spraying and gently stretching as the directions suggested, this was the difference! I let it hang for another 15 minutes with a subtle improvement, but the first few seconds after were mind-blowing." —Desiree

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $15.99.

    30. A set of magnetic air fryer cheat sheets you can affix to your fridge and then quickly crosscheck when you're in the middle of making chicken fingers. That way, you don't have to wash all the eggs and bread crumbs off your hands and fumble with your phone to pull up Google.

    a reviewer photo of an air fryer with the smaller magnetic cheat sheet on it
    a reviewer photo of the larger magnetic cheat sheet mounted on the fridge

    The set comes with two different-size magnets. See it in action on TikTok here

    Promising review: "I thought it over a few times, and then I bought these so I could have a quick reference handy for those times I wanted to make something in my air fryer, which is quite a bit. What surprised me is how often I refer to it. I just throw something in my air fryer, glance at the section that lists the item I’m cooking. Press a few buttons on my fryer, and I’m in business. No more having to search on my phone with wet fingers. A frivolous buy that turned out to be worthwhile." —PickyExtra

    Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (also available in black).

    31. An ~eco-friendly~ oven scrub with a blend of plant- and mineral-derived purifying and disinfecting ingredients including eucalyptus, lemon, and peppermint oils, pumice stone, and baking soda. 

    someone applying the scrub to a dirty oven door
    before and after of the oven door; left is dirty, right is clean
    Everneat / Etsy

    Everneat is a Fairfield, Connecticut–based all-natural cleaning shop from Claudia and Angelo Zimmermann. Their oven cleaner comes with a professional-grade metallic scrubber you can use to scrub your appliance before wiping it down with a microfiber cloth. 

    Promising review: "Like many, I moved into a house with a used oven and keeping the typical grease and cooking messes at bay over the years has been a challenge. I've tried all sorts of remedies but saw this product online and liked the non-chemical ingredients, and decided based on the reviews that it was worth a try. It's not cheap, but this is the only thing that got almost all the residue off my oven surfaces. Nice smell and didn't leave any scratches or marks. I highly recommend rinsing thoroughly and drying with a microfiber cloth for best results." —Irish Eyes

    Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $19.99+ (available in a plastic or glass container) or on Amazon for $19.99 (available in three scents). 

    32. A set of silicone stove counter gap covers so you won't attract unwanted critters after flinging pasta into the half-inch crevice for the third time this week. We all know nobody is actually cleaning it out (don't try to lie to us), so go ahead and do yourself a favor.

    The covers just slip right into the gap — there's no adhesive involved — so you can easily remove and clean them whenever necessary.

    Promising review: "I've been using these for about a week on my new freestanding range. When they removed my old range, I was really surprised to see how much stuff had slipped through! Now, when I cook, I can see the splatters and seasonings left on the silicone that would have fallen between the stove and the counter. These gap fillers really do clean up easily, too. Although they are that extra thing to clean, I prefer that to knowing there's a mess hiding in the cracks." —JMom

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes and colors).

    33. An EZPZ mat with a brilliant suction design so — try as they might — your little one can't toss their plate across the room!!! Ofc they can still feed their meal to the dog piece by piece, but that placemat isn't going anywhere and in the battle against your bebe's messes, that's a major win for you. 

    top down look at oval silicone mat with walled sections for food on a baby's high chair
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love this thing! We take it when we go out to eat, and it makes everything so much easier with our 1-year-old. It stays stuck pretty well on most tables, and so far our little one hasn't tried to peel it up. Portions seems appropriate, and the dividers also help with scooping and grasping those slipperier foods. We'll probably get a second one dedicated to the diaper bag and keep one at home." —Zoe

    Get it from Amazon for $22.49 (available in five colors).

    34. An easy-to-install faucet extender if your little one makes an absolute mess of the bathroom counter because they simply can't reach the sink. Ofc, the real win here isn't preventing puddles, it's giving them the independence to wash up on their own!

    a child using the faucet extender to wash their hands
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These are amazing. I bought a couple step stools for my 2-year-old that aren’t tall enough so I added these to my sinks and now we can wash her hands easily without trying to balance her on a knee. She loves the little bit of extra independence, too. They are really flexible and will move out of the way when needed. I just push it to the side to fill the tank on my humidifier each night. Such a great idea and they are flexible and moveable and would be easy to toss into a suitcase or diaper bag if you wanted to take it to grandma’s or something." —Turducken

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.49

    35. An Angry Mama microwave cleaner that, once filled with water and a dash of vinegar, will steam clean the grimiest of appliances. Hot Pocket grease, butter splatters, and burnt popcorn smells are no match for her.

    A reviewer's before photo which shows their dirty microwave and the cleaner sitting inside
    The reviewer's after photo which shows all the spots are gone and the microwave is clean

    Promising review: "My daughter cooked ramen noodles for three minutes without any water. Needless to say, it was burnt and almost caught fire. I have scrubbed the microwave and couldn’t get the horrible smell out to the point it was giving me a headache. After several days I decided to ordered this before buying a new microwave. Got it today and used it and shocked it actually pulled most of the odor out that’s trapped in the upper vent. This $10 item saved me $200 to $400." —Angela D.

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in different sizes and packs of one or two).

    36. foot peeling mask that's SO effective, the before and after photos will both give you nightmares and earn a spot on your vision board.

    before of a reviewer's peeling foot
    same reviewer's foot nice and smooth

    If foot graters give you the heebie-jeebies (hi, hello, it's me!), try these instead. Just slip on the booties for one hour, wash away the leftover solution, and then wait patiently as it takes 7–14 days before your feet shed like a freakin' iguana. At the end, you'll be left with moisturized, baby-soft tootsies!

    Promising review: "I have tried other foot peels but the completeness of this peel is gratifying! Results started in three days and at 10 days, it is nearly done. My husband did the mask the same day — I thought his heels were impossible, but the callouses keep peeling more each day!" —Connie Schmidt

    Get it from Amazon for $12.75+ (available in five scents).

    37. drain cover so you can add ~inches~ of extra water to your bubble bath. No more readjusting every five minutes so all parts of your body can experience what it's like to actually be underwater!

    A before and after of a bathtub filled as far as it can be filled without the cover and then with the cover which is about 3-4 inches higher
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I have an older bathtub and found it impossible to get a nice relaxing bath without the overflow safety decreasing the water level to a less than enjoyable amount. Enter this handle little gizmo. It works perfectly. Allows me to fill the tub to a nice amount but still has a safety in place so as to not completely overflow. Highly recommend." —ADH

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in nine colors).

    38. A deep pocket sheet set that won't pop off the second you turn over in your sleep. Imagine that!!!! And since they're only $25 bucks, you can even go for multiple colors. 

    reviewer's bed with navy sheet set
    grey sheet set

    PS: The set even comes with four pillowcases so all of your bases are covered. 

    Promising review: "I priced lots of sheets when looking for a new set and kept my fingers crossed that these would be good in spite of the low price. I washed mine right after pulling them out of the package and after getting them out of the dryer, I have to say they are very soft and definitely wrinkle-free. I did inspect the corners and seams, and they all seem fine. So far, I am happy with the purchase, and I intend to get a second set. One reason I liked this set was that the queen came with four pillow cases which added value to the purchase for me. I do feel like I got my money's worth." —KJBravo

    Get them from Amazon for $22.75+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and in nine colors). 

    39. A set of Wonder Hangers which will ~triple~ your closet space so you can snatch every trending piece you come across on TikTok. 

    Product in use in closet
    Product in use in closet
    Amazon

    Check it out on TikTok here!

    Promising review: "I wish I had taken the time to take a before and after pic because I have so much more room in there now than I did before. I found the cutest tops in there that I had completely forgotten about because my clothes were crammed in the closet so tightly. Most of the time I felt like I had nothing to wear LOL and now I know exactly what I have and it's even organized by sleeve length and color. I would definitely buy again and actually plan to buy more for my husband and children to use as well." —Mariko Lamb

    Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two colors and two pack sizes).

    40. A "Shower Cat" if — on more than one occasion — you've had to throw down $$$ on multiple bottles of drain cleaner and wrestle with a drain snake just to get your shower in semi-working order. 

    A small bristled silicone attachment on a wall with white cat-like ears
    Reviewer using the device to put hair in and pull it out

    Shower Cat is a small business established in 2021 specializing in products to prevent shower clogs. 

    Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok and knew immediately that I needed it. I just moved into a new apartment and I didn’t want to be how I used to be, where I’d just let hair go down the drain and plug it eventually, or peel it off of the drain after each shower. It works great but I probably need some practice with it. I currently just floss my hair through it so it will hold them and there are a few stray hairs that don’t stick. I would recommend to anyone who is tired of putting your loose strands of hair on the shower wall." —Cari Schwartzkopf

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95

    41. And a portable SlumberPod if your kiddo has trouble sleeping anywhere that isn't their own bed. The canopy is quick to assemble, features four ventilation flaps (and a fan pocket), and provides much-needed privacy and darkness so you can convince them to take their daily nap!

    a reviewer photo of the SlumberPod assembled with the front zip door closed
    a reviewer photo of the SlumberPod with the front zip door open showing a play peen inside

    SlumberPod is a woman-owned, mother/daughter-run small business that appeared on Shark Tank.

    Promising review: "We love this sleep pod! Takes a bit of figuring out at first, but if you’ve ever set up a tent, you shouldn’t have a problem! We love it and have used it a lot! I knew we would get our money's worth! We’ve done three trips where we’ve had to share our room with baby. He sleeps great in this! No complaints." —Taylor Herr

    Get it from Amazon for $179.99+ (available in five styles). 

    Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.