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1. A TubShroom so you don't have to deal with the disgusting act of snaking a drain when your tub gets clogged yet again. This lil' guy catches all of your hair before it heads down the drain, and all you have to do is clean it out after every shower.
2. A pack of AirPod cleaners if your beloved AirPods start sounding not as crisp and clear as the day you got them. It might be that earwax, dust, and debris is clogging them up and reducing the sound quality, and this cleaner can solve that problem in a few seconds!
3. An air purifier to get rid of all of the dust, mold, pet hair, and any other microscopic nastiness that's floating through the air and making you sneeze.
4. Or a bottle of allergen spray that removes up to 93% of common allergens that live on surfaces and in the air. You probably don't even want to think about cockroach allergens floating around your house, and, thanks to this spray, you won't have to anymore!
5. A set of prefilled liquid ant baits to set up at the first sign of those pesky guys crawling around your pantry. Just open it up, place it near where you saw ants, and the ants will carry the bait back to their colony, which will eventually kill them off. Yes, kinda brutal, but also very effective!
Promising review: "With the onset of really hot weather, the ants decided to try my kitchen as a refreshment counter. Having used several other products only to have the ants return, I was dreading the idea and expense of hiring professional pest control for occasional but virulent ant attacks. Then I saw this product on Amazon and decided to give it a try. If I hadn't used it myself, I wouldn't believe it. I put out the bait in the afternoon and the ants were dead and disappearing in less than 24 hours. Since the old trap had dead ants in it, it didn't look very appetizing in the kitchen so I replaced it with a new one. NO MORE ANTS!!! This product is wonderful and cost effective. I have several more unused ant traps just waiting for the little buggers to strike again!" —Pamela K. Buck
Get six bait stations from Amazon for $4.68.
6. A back brace that can be worn either over or under your clothes and works all day to keep your back in proper alignment to help you get some relief from upper back pain.
7. A L'Oréal *eight-second* lamellar water rinse-out treatment for anyone struggling with dry, brittle hair that's lost its shine. Now you don't need to drop half your paycheck at the salon to get a treatment that will make your hair look moisturized and strong.
And it's silicone free!
Promising review: "I don’t usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn’t take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one because of the alcohol consumption. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $8.97.
8. A fruit fly trapper if every time you pick up a banana from your fruit bowl, you disturb dozens of these pesky little insects that are living rent free in your house.
9. A garbage disposal cleaner to use if there's a funky smell coming from down your sink and you'd like to clear that up ASAP. Just shove one of the packets down there, turn on your disposal, and watch in amazement as the cleaner foams up and chomps away all the grunge.
10. A Luv Scrub mesh exfoliator if you always end up cutting yourself whenever you shave. This will exfoliate all your dead skin so that when you go to shave, you'll have a smooth, nick-free experience. PLUS! It's much more sanitary than loofahs and lasts up to 18 months.
11. Or this razor bump treatment to banish those painful, itchy bumps that pop up post-shaving. It'll also help fight against those pesky ingrown hairs.
12. A jar of odor-removing gel to finally get rid of any unwanted smells around the house. Just open up the top of the jar and place it where smells tend to linger, and the gel will literally absorb the smell instead of masking it.
13. A box of extra-large dog poop bags for anyone who's accidentally gotten their hands ~dirty~ while cleaning up after their dog and now shudder whenever they even think about it. Thankfully, these strong and thick bags make picking up dog poop as pleasant as possible.
14. Cleaning pods to use in your Keurig coffee machine if you notice your morning cup is starting to taste a bit stale and weird lately. Coffee residue and oil can build up and cause lots of ~grossness~ in your Keurig, so just use this nontoxic, plant-based cleaning pod like you would a regular K-Cup, and you'll be back in business.
15. A bottle of anti-dandruff shampoo if you're sick and tired of finding little flakes of your scalp on your shoulders. Also, people with dandruff know how dang itchy the problem is, and this is formulated to keep those scalp scratchies at bay.
16. A bottle of Poo-Pourri to spray in the toilet *before* you use it to eliminate any unwanted smells from stinking up the whole bathroom. Trust us — you'll want a bottle of this in every bathroom of your house and maybe even one to keep in your purse for on-the-go stinky situations!
17. A toenail brace that prevents your nail from growing into your skin and creating an awful, painful ingrown nail. As someone who's struggled with ingrown toenails getting INFECTED (*shudders*), let me tell you — this is a miracle product!
18. A rubber squeegee brush if you're always cleaning up your dog's hair and still feel like you can never get it all. This thing is capable of lifting up so much pet hair you didn't even know was trapped within your carpet. You might think your vacuum is picking up all your pet's hair, but just you WAIT.
19. Or a pet-grooming glove with 255 silicone grooming tips that essentially massage your dog as you run the glove over their body to pick up loose hair. If your pup doesn't like sitting still long enough for you to groom them, they'll actually love this because they'll be getting all the pets.
20. A packet of pimple patches to extract all the gunk that sits right under the skin whenever you have a whitehead. Place one of these on your breakouts before going to bed, and you'll wake up to a noticeably smaller zit!
21. A bottle of stain-and-odor eliminator that you should always have on hand in case your massive four-legged friend leaves a massive mess on the carpet.
22. A bottle of mold and mildew remover spray so powerful, it could lift the filth from an old abandoned house. Or that one suspiciously stained corner of your shower that's always bothered you.
23. A callus remover that will defeat even the toughest, roughest, and hardest of calluses. We're heading into dry-skin season, so might as well start this new routine early to keep your feet as smooth as possible this winter.
24. A Squatty Potty because no one has time to sit on the toilet pushing and straining and praying for nature to finally run its course. This handy tool aligns your body in an optimal formation so you can drop a deuce in a faster, less painful way.
25. An earwax removal kit for anyone having a hard time hearing because of all the tough, dried wax building up in your ear. Will you be shocked at how much comes out? Probably. Will you be able to hear so much better? Absolutely!
26. A nasal wash system designed to relieve you of that annoying stuffy nose that you get every time winter rolls around. Yes, using it for the first time might be a little uncomfortable and weird, but you'll feel so much better once your sinuses are clear of all that congestion.
27. A pack of chicken-flavored Pill Pocket dog treats that mask the smell of any pill you put inside so your dog might actually enjoy receiving their medicine every day and not give you a fight every time you try to give it to them.
28. A car seat cover if your dog always leaves lots of hair, mud, and drool marks on your back seat whenever they go for a ride with you. Plus: It'll block your dog from falling forward in the gap between the back and front seat, resulting in a much more comfortable (and safe) car ride for your pup.
29. Some Rubbermaid produce savers so you can stop discovering that the fruit you bought four days ago has already gone bad. Reviewers say these food containers will prolong the life of your fresh produce for WEEKS longer than normal!
The containers are BPA free and dishwasher safe. They feature vents to regulate the flow of oxygen and carbon dioxide, keeping your produce fresher for longer.
Promising review: "I always have the best intentions when I buy fruits & veggies, but then they go bad so quickly. I have been using these for quite some time for strawberries and blueberries. I decided to buy more for broccoli, peppers, lettuce, baby carrots, etc. Now, they do take up a lot of space in the fridge. I can only fit the smaller ones in my crisper bins. But if they help me save money on produce then it's worth figuring out how to fit them in. So far my veggies seem to be hanging in there quite well several weeks after purchase. The green leaf lettuce is especially nice — it would have been slimy by now if it were just in a plastic bag and it looks just as fresh as when I bought it. These really do seem to work and are a good investment." —Jules
Get it from Amazon: a two-container pack for $14.99 or a four-container pack for $24.98.
Check out our full Rubbermaid produce saver food containers review for more info!
30. A pack of moldable glue to protect your charging cables against fraying. You can also use it to repair broken items around the house, mount something on the wall, or seal up a hole in the sole of your shoe.
31. A sweater pill remover for your most well-loved sweaters that have seen better days. Instead of throwing them away, just lightly brush this stone across your sweater and watch all those unsightly pills disappear — it'll look brand new, and you won't have to rebuy your clothes as often!
This is made from upcycled car windshield glass. Make sure to store this stone in its original box, and it can last you up to 10 years!
Celsious is a Black woman–owned, eco-friendly small business founded by sisters Corinna and Theresa Williams. And! If you live near Williamsburg, Brooklyn, you should definitely check out their laundromat!
Get it from Celsious for $17.
Check out this BuzzFeeder's full sweater pill remover review!
32. A waterproof pouch to keep your cellphone safe and dry during a day at the beach or a kayaking trip down the river. Now you can focus on your fun-filled day and not on having to replace your waterlogged phone.
Want to take pictures or answer a text while using it? The clear sleeve still gives you full touchscreen capability!
Promising review: "I originally bought this for a solo trip to Florida because I wasn’t willing to leave my phone and credit card or rental car keys on the beach while playing in the ocean. For the price, this little thing has paid itself off and then some! I was able to fit my iPhone, two cards, and car keys in this while I blissfully floated in the ocean for hours. I even ordered this wristlet that makes your phone float in case I let go of it. I’ve also used it in my hotel Jacuzzi tub (and the bathtub at home), in the hot tub at the hotel, and the water park. I am not afraid to completely submerge my phone or just let it get splashed. Especially for solo female travelers, you never want to be separated from your phone because it’s your life source, so nothing ruins a beach day like water damaging your phone. I really love this product!" —SpikesInk
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 14 colors).
33. A knife sharpener that will keep your knives cutting as well as the day you bought them. Using a dull knife is dangerous — it can slip and cut you! This gadget gives you a professional-level sharpening for you so you can get back to chopping veggies in no time.
You can use it to sharpen both straight-edge and serrated knives. Use the coarse sharpening slot to sharpen dull or damaged knives with just a few pulls, and then use the fine slot to finish and polish the edge.
Promising review: "I've never sharpened my Calphalon knives. I've had them for three to four years. The last time I cut meat I worked up a sweat because the knives were so dull. Tonight I sharpened them and the chicken cuts like butter!!! I'm in heaven!" —wine.wife
Get it from Amazon for $11.11.
34. A pair of blue light–blocking glasses for anyone who stares at a screen all day and ends up with tired eyes by nighttime. These lenses help filter out the blue light that's causing your eyes to strain and get worn out.
35. A seat cushion to keep your bum and back feeling great all day long, even after a cross-country red-eye or a 12-hour road trip.
36. A paw cleaner for dogs who don't like to sit still long enough for you to clean their muddy paws with a towel. With this, add water, dunk their paw in, and the gentle silicone bristles remove caked-on dirt and mud in seconds. Now your floors will remain spotless!
37. A pack of matatabi chew sticks if your cat couldn't care less about catnip and spend all their time chewing up furniture, shoes, or anything else they can get their paws on. Matatabi is a Japanese plant that's a great catnip alternative, so this will finally keep them occupied and leave all of your prized possessions free from cat scratches.
38. A flexible cleaning brush that will get into the nooks and crannies of your lint trap. Having a highly functioning dryer is super important — clearing out your lint trap will make your clothes dry faster and prevent buildup lint in the vent pipe, which could lead to house fires if left uncleaned.
39. A moisture meter so you never have to wonder if you're watering your plants too much (or not enough!). It's especially helpful if you have a ton of plants that require different watering schedules.
40. A bedsheet detangler that'll prevent your bedsheets from getting bunched up in the washing machine and dryer. They actually make your sheets dry faster with fewer wrinkles!
These detanglers from Wad-Free aren't recommended for use with bamboo, eucalyptus, or rayon sheets.
Wad-Free is a small business that invented this laundry gadget to prevent sheets from tangling, twisting, and balling up during the laundry process.
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-sized 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. I admit when I first purchased it I expected it wouldn’t work, but was willing to try if there was a slim chance it might. After washing and drying three separate loads of sheets with Wad-Free I purchased two more sets of Wad-Free for my parents. Friends and family are definitely getting this for the holidays come December." —ZombieQT
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
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