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1. Supergoop's Glow Screen that protects your face from harmful rays but still gives you a subtly sun-kissed glow thanks to the very subtle shimmer in the formula. You can wear this on its own to get that beautiful radiance, or it's also light enough to be worn underneath foundation!
Heads up: this is slightly tinted and only comes in one shade, so it might not work for anyone who is very pale or people with darker skin. For other options from Supergoop, you could try out a tint-free glow oil with SPF you can put all over your body or this CC sunscreen cream that comes in 15 shades.
I use this whenever I want that beautiful glow without having to deal with highlighter or any other makeup. It's extremely lightweight on your face, so I will often use it as a primer, and the formula works with my foundation to give me a glow that somehow shines through the makeup. It's magic! We all know we have to wear sunscreen every day, so might as well look like we're glowing while doing it!
Get it from Sephora for $20+ (available in three sizes).
2. 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.
Promising review: "I bought this RMR spray with low expectations, even with the good reviews. I sprayed a small patch in the evening and let it sit overnight. The next morning, the grout where I had sprayed was as white as if it were brand new. I decided to spray the entire wall and part of the roof. The next day everything I sprayed had no visible mold. By the third night, I was pretty much spraying everything left in the shower. This stuff is amazing." —John Werner
Get a 32-oz bottle on Amazon for $16.99 (available in multiple quantities).
3. A wood polish and conditioner to give all your scratched-up hardwood floors, wood paneling, or wooden cabinets a much-needed face-lift. It'll also help condition, nourish and rehydrate the wood as it works to get rid of all the nicks, marks, and scratches.
Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely AMAZING. My wife and I were getting tired of looking at our worn-out cabinets and wood paneling and were very close to paying a professional thousands of dollars to refinish it all, but then we came across this product. Our paneling and cabinets were looking rough. We have two dogs who jumped up and scratched places. We also had an area that was damaged by water spots where our dog bowls were. Several other areas were just worn from heavy traffic. This stuff was like a magical eraser for water spots, scratches, scuffs, and any other blemish. We simply wiped the product on with a paper towel and let it sit for 20 minutes before wiping it off with a clean towel. Everything looks brand-new. I'm buying a couple more so we can finish our cabinets and wood paneling. We're so glad we found this product." —Kris
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
4. A jar of the Pink Stuff, capable of removing set-in rust stains in your kitchen sink, burnt-on food in your oven, and dark scuffs on your wall. It's harder to find something this miracle cleaning paste can't do!
Promising review: "I added before and after photos of my filthy oven so you all would know this stuff is the real deal and worth it. I like that it didn't have a strong odor and it didn't use much effort at all to clean my oven. You can really see it removing the burnt-on grease after a few circular motions." —DNICEANDFAM
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
5. Hyper Even Fade and Glow AHA Mask if you're looking for a hard-working mask for your self-care nights. This will make your skin feel plump and moisturized while also cleaning your pores at the same time.
The mask is paraben-, sulfate-, and pthalate-free. It's filled with all kinds of goodies like mandelic acid (an AHA derived from almonds), glycolic acid (an AHA that exfoliates and boosts collagen production), papaya, sea buckthorn, tumeric, salicyclic acid (a BHA derived from willow bark), vitamin B3, and vitamin E. You'll only need to use a dime-sized amount one to two times a week, so this tube should last a while!
Hyper Skin is a Black woman-owned business that launched in 2019.
Promising review: "I love this mask! My face was instantly brighter after rinsing this off. I applied for 15 minutes and had no stinging or burning at all, it felt very gentle. When I washed it off, my face was instantly more radiant and so soft and smooth. I followed with a moisturizer and could not stop touching my face." —Melissa
Get it from Hyper Skin or Sephora for $48.
6. A bottle of concentrated floor cleaner with the ability to make your old floors look so shiny and glowing, you might just shed a tear. Because you need to dilute this cleaner with water, you'll get up to 1 GALLON of cleaner from the bottle.
Juniper Seed Mercantile is a woman-owned small business based in Littleton, Colorado that creates all-natural bath and body products, home-cleaning solutions, and fabric alternatives to paper towels.
Promising review: "This stuff works amazing on every surface even glass!! I clean houses for a living and am super impressed! It also smells AMAZING." —Amanda Moon
Get it from Juniper Seed Mercantile on Etsy for $12.
7. St. Tropez Bronzing Mousse because no one actually enjoys getting a spray tan (getting naked in front of a literal stranger? No, thanks!), and these deliver you that same gorgeous glow without any of the awkwardness.
Promising review: "It is a little pricey but if you consider how much it is for a spray tan it’s worth it. I would suggest taking a shower and shaving, exfoliating prior to applying the self tanner. Next, apply the self tanner while standing on a towel or in the shower just in case some drips off. I would apply it in front of a mirror to make sure you don’t miss any areas. The product comes out a green/brown tint and is a foamy/liquid consistency which can be off putting initially. But don’t be scared!! It will look amazing. It goes on super easily and evenly. My tan lasted about five days and then started to fade away. I have used this product several times already and absolutely love it!! I will never again get a spray tan." —CFS1985
Get it from Amazon for $32+ (available in two sizes).
8. A jewelry cleaning pen formulated to restore your rings to their original glory. Fair warning: you might get temporarily blinded when you step outside and the sun hits your ridiculously shiny wedding ring. It's a risk we're willing to take.
Promising review: "If I could give this 10 stars I would! I'm a fanatic when it comes to keeping my jewelry clean, especially my wedding set. I tried this product on my diamonds, Swarovski crystals, and Brighton jewelry, and the results are nothing less than amazing! This restored one of my Swarovski rings that I had not worn in years due to the cloudy color to a sparkling brilliance just like the first day I bought it! I cannot recommend this product enough! I just ordered additional wands so I don't run out! Home run Amazon!" —Kristina B.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
Check out one BuzzFeeder's Diamond Dazzle Stick review to learn more about why we love it.
9. Or this tarnish-removing solution perfect for reviving silver jewelry that no longer looks very silver anymore. Just dip your tarnished bracelet, necklace, or ring into the solution with the included basket, and the tarnish will be completely gone!
Just be careful not to soak most gemstones, since prolonged contact with the solution can damage them — all you need in that case is a quick dip and then a gentle wipe-down. Also, like most jewelry cleaners, this isn't safe for use with pearls.
Promising review: “I have several pieces of upscale silver jewelry that have tarnished to the point of being unwearable. Not a great investment. I have tarnish wipes, and those work well enough, but they are really designed for cutlery and not jewelry. Wipes don't get into the crevices of design work; nor do they get inside links on chains. I had come to accept that, no matter what I did, my silver pieces were always going to be a bit dirty looking. When I got this dip, I wasn't expecting much. All I can say is this: WOW. I opened the jar and dipped in half of a very tarnished (nearly black) bracelet for no more than a second, just to test it. When I pulled it out, I literally squealed. It was like new! Not a bit of tarnish, not a bit of dark, just that pure silver color. However, the smell of this stuff will knock you over. I *highly* recommend wearing rubber gloves when you use this (I didn't but will from now on) and rinsing your jewelry thoroughly after dipping and before wearing.” —abby
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
10. A L'Oréal *eight-second* lamellar water rinse-out treatment because you don't need to drop half your paycheck at the salon to get a treatment that will make your hair look shiny, 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 $8.52.
11. The reviewer-loved Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3 treatment to repair damaged hair and broken bonds, which helps transform your dry, frizzy hair into the smooth, silky, luxurious locks you know they can be. Reviewers have said it also works great on healing overprocessed, color-treated hair.
Make sure your hair is wet when you use this, and apply liberally from roots to ends. Use once a week or twice a week if you have severely damaged hair.
Promising review: "I had a botched hair color. The hairdresser over-bleached and -processed my hair. I could hardly brush it because of the damage. I knew I needed to find something to repair my hair. This product has worked wonders. I did an overnight treatment and I could feel that my hair was more manageable. I love this product, I now use it once a week to help replenish my damaged hair. My hair is very thick so I only got two treatments out of one bottle. I will definitely be using this in the future. It smells good and is easy to apply." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $28.
12. Or a bottle of Elizavecca Hair Treatment, if you're feeling like your processed, damaged hair has seen better days. This will breathe new life into your locks by making it feel fuller, healthier, and silkier thanks to the ceramides and collagen in the formula.
Check out this reviewer use the treatment to moisturize her hair on TikTok!
This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b to 4c curls mentioning it worked for them! Reviewers have also mentioned it's a great dupe for Olaplex treatments.
Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok, and in between other compares products that were four times the price, I decided to bite the bullet and buy this — let me tell you, best decision ever! I shampooed my hair, then heavily massaged this in, from ends to scalp. The carton says 5–20 minutes... But i ended up leaving it in for two days! And after washing it out, I found my hair was so shiny, bouncy and CURLY! My curl recovery journey has been long, but this has helped restore so much vibrance and shape to my hair. My mom has been stealing it from my bathroom every couple of days, after having similar results on her hair. Going to need to buy a few more to ward her off." —curlyhead3
Get a bottle from Amazon for $6.78.
Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Elizavecca hair treatment.
13. Kaja Roll-On Highlighting Balm with a fun roller brush that blends as it applies the highlighter to give you a downright stunning glow. Why use a regular highlighter when you can use a fun one like this and pretend you're painting your face?!
Promising review: "A must-have!!!! This goes on super smooth, nice and even. You just take the roller that’s included and then roll it where are you want your face highlighted. It stays put, no flaking or caking. I recommend this product and all products by this brand. Their eyeshadows are fabulous too." —mom2jav
Get it from Amazon for $28.
14. An Angry Mama microwave cleaner to finally get rid of all those food splashes that are covering your microwave right now and making it look like a Jackson Pollock painting. Using this simple gadget is 10 times easier than scrubbing the gross, dried food yourself.
To use, remove the head, add water, and vinegar, then microwave for about seven minutes. It softens the food particles so you wipe them away easily. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice to the water/vinegar mixture to freshen up and get rid of the microwave odors that build up.
Promising review: "Used this for the first time today — it works! I didn’t see a plume of steam as I anticipated, but nonetheless, it broke up all the grease and speckles left in the microwave and afterwards it all wiped away with ease. I did as recommended on the box and added a little vinegar and lemon to the water. I think this made a solid difference and this will be a household staple for our microwave cleaning." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three colors).
15. Makeup Scientist Cosmetics science-themed eyeshadow palette called "Sodium Fine" (love a good pun) that delivers hyper-pigmented shades that will wow your friends from the second you enter the room.
This playful, punny palette is cruelty-free and vegan! Added bonus? It's from a small Black-owned business based in North Carolina.
Promising review: "This palette is amazing!!!!! It’s so pigmented. The colors pop extremely well. I can’t wait to see what other palettes this brand has to come." —Jasmine
Get it from Makeup Scientist Cosmetics for $45.
16. A cruelty-free vitamin C serum to brighten up dark spots and help correct pigmentation issues. Reviewers rave about how even their skin looks and how soft their face feels after using the serum for just a few days.
Promising review: "It's a miracle in a bottle that we all been searching for. I been suffering from acne since I was a high schooler. I've tried many acne related products and medications but nothing worked, not to mention it just made my skin worse. Until I came across this vitamin C serum. It faded my scars away, healed any ongoing acne faster, gave my skin the dewy glow, and keeps my skin moisturized (I don't use any other moisturizers)." —kihoon
Get a 2-oz. bottle from Amazon for $35.99.
17. A stainless steel cleaner for getting rid of all those pesky handprints on your oven or fridge. It won't leave behind any streaks, and they'll look so clean, people will think you got brand-new appliances! Don't worry — your secret's safe with us.
The plant-based, lavender-scented cleaner comes with a microfiber cloth for you to use on your appliances, and reviewers say you only have to use a little bit of the cleaner to clean your entire fridge or oven, which means one bottle will last you a really long time.
Promising review: "The stainless-steel appliances in our rental were so stained and smudged. Regular cleaners didn't work. The reviews were good and price was right, but what won me over was the plant-based ingredient list and lavender scent. I used the product the day it arrived in the mail. Worked like a charm! Easy-to-use spray, microfiber cloth included. So now my stainless-steel appliances look shiny and my kitchen smells amazing! Highly recommend." —diana
Get it from Amazon for $16.95.
18. Glossier's Cloud Paint with a formula that is lightweight, blendable, and won't clog your pores. Use it as part of your full makeup routine or wear the blush by itself for an effortlessly breezy look that takes about 15 seconds to achieve.
Promising review: "It’s so creamy and easily blendable. Dusk is great for during the day. I purchased Storm second for at night or going out. I never thought I would like a cream blush. I have always been a powder girl. I may never go back!!!" —Felicia
Get it from Glossier for $18 (available in eight shades).
19. The iconic high-shine lipstick from Uoma Beauty, which is the perfect hybrid of a gloss and lipstick. You'll get a pretty punch of color on your lips while simultaneously applying an enviable layer of sheen. The result is absolutely stunning!
Uoma Beauty is a Black-owned small business founded by Sharon Chuter, whose goal is to make an innovative and inclusive makeup brand that's always evolving.
Promising review: "I LOVE everything about this lip color. It is long-lasting, beautiful, a wonderful color, and the container is like a party." —vicki k.
Get it from Uoma Beauty for $24 (available in eight shades) or Nordstrom for $26 (available in five shades).
20. A highly effective Bio-Oil that works wonders to help fade scars (both old and new ones) and moisturize your skin without clogging your pores. It's especially beneficial to anyone who lives in dry climates and needs a hydrating boost for your skin.
Promising review: "Acne scars? Read this. I found out about this product while scrolling through TikTok last week. It came highly recommended, so I decided to look up the price on Amazon. After reading several reviews, I figured I might as well try it out. Today is the fourth day I use the product on my face. My skin looks dewy and nice. The discoloration on my cheeks from a few years old acne scars is improving. My skin looks younger — it’s hard to describe, but I can see a difference. It looks less rough. I’ve been using it morning and night." —Yasmin Rodriguez
Get it from Amazon for $8.92+ (available in four sizes and two bundles).
21. A set of drill brush attachments for super-tough jobs like cleaning caked-on stains and soap scum on your shower door, tiles, and floor. You'll feel so powerful as you blast all that grime away — and you won't have to tire your hand and wrist out with rigorous scrubbing!
Promising review: "These brushes worked flawlessly. I have a 24-year-old home that has not been remodeled yet. The master bath shower tile and fiberglass shower pan were in pretty bad shape. We tried many types of cleaners to remove residual soap and hard water stains with little success. As a last-ditch effort, I purchased these brushes. They worked amazingly well. Using Krud Kutter and these brushes removed every bit of the dirt and polished those tiles so that they shine brilliantly like they did when they were new. I am completely satisfied with my purchase of these brushes. They are well made and held up beautifully to the forces I applied while using them." —Tom S4TX
Get the set of three from Amazon for $14.99 (available in six colors).
22. Fluide's Universal Crayon that packs a highly pigmented and slightly shimmery punch to your lids, lips, or cheekbones. Now it's possible to put on a full monochromatic makeup look with just one product!
Fluide is a queer-owned and woman-owned business specializing in vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free cosmetics.
Promising review: "I'm a huge fan of quick and easy enhancements and it doesn't get any easier than this. Drag across your eyelids, lips, rub into your cheeks and nose for a fabulous rosy shimmer." —Teneca Kennedy
Get it from Fluide for $12 or from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four colors).
23. A thick clear lip gloss to get that shiny look on your lips but none of that goopy, sticky texture other glosses have.
The flavors include rosehip, mint, and coconut oil.
Promising review: "I live in a very dry climate and I always have very dry lips. I use Vaseline or ChapStick on my lips every night before going to bed and when I wake up my lips are dry, cracked, and peeling. I saw this gloss and read some reviews and thought it might be worth a try since it wasn't very expensive. I just gotta say, this stuff works!! It lasts three to four hours before I need to reapply during the day, and lasts all night long. The consistency is a little sticky, but the way it works so good is so worth it. I love that it comes with three tubes so I can keep one in my purse, by my bed, and in my car. If you are looking for a gloss that heals your dry, cracked lips or a long-lasting shine gloss, this is what you're looking for." — Marissa C
Get a set of three from Amazon for $3.97.
24. A pack of washing machine cleaner tablets if it never occurred to you to actually give your washing machine a good deep clean until...right now. Just throw in one of these tablets on its own, run a cycle, and let it do its magic.
Promising review: "I never knew how tough it would be to clean my high-efficiency washer. It is a never-ending battle. Life is a little easier now that I can toss in a tab and have it do most of the work for me." —Maggie Dennis
Get the pack of six tablets from Amazon for $10.19.
25. Maybelline New York Facestudio Master Chrome Metallic Highlighter that'll make you shine like a disco ball in the best way possible. The shimmer-packed formula will accentuate your cheekbones and make them really *pop*!
Promising review: "Let’s just say a little goes a long way with this product. I love a natural glow, and having glowy skin is a must for me. This product is definitely my new holy grail. It gets the job done and can stand up against any high-end highlighter." —Meg
Get it from Amazon for $4.86+ (available in four colors).
26. An oven scrub cleaner for anyone who can't remember the last time you gave the inside of your oven a deep clean. It's time for that burnt cheese that's been stuck to the bottom since 2019 to finally go away.
This oven scrub is made out of 100% plant and mineral-derived ingredients. To clean your oven, apply the scrub over the oven surface including the interior glass, scrub with a metallic or scouring sponge, then use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe the surface.
Everneat is a small business based in Fairfield, Connecticut that specializes in natural cleaning products and microfiber cloths.
Promising review: "This is the first time in my 50+ years that I have actually enjoyed cleaning my oven. And no, I am not joking! This product is effective, easy to work with, smells amazing, AND I only used a tiny amount of product!!! I don't think I could imagine a way to improve this product. Highly, highly recommend it!!! Well worth any wait." —Diane Coury
Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $19.99+ (available in plastic or glass jars).
27. Dae's Prickly Pear Hair Oil — lather this on your hair whenever you're done styling it for an instant hydration boost. You'll be left with the silkiest, shiniest mane ever!
My hair gets very dry and staticky in the winter, especially if I straighten it or curl it with a wand. My ends especially end up getting pretty wiry and frizzy, but ever since I started using this hair oil from Dae, those problems are a thing of the past! I use it as a finishing oil — after doing all my styling, I'll put just a little bit in my palms, rub my hands together, and run the oil all over my hair, paying the most attention to the ends. It leaves my hair with this gorgeous sheen while keeping it super moisturized — and did I mention it smells heavenly?! The bottle is quite large, and you only need to use a tiny bit to see results, making this so worth the price tag.
Get it from Sephora for $36.
28. A good old-fashioned water pressure cleaner that blasts all the dirt, algae, and built-up sediment off your deck. You'll find it so satisfying to see the wood literally change color before your eyes.
Promising review: "I love you little electric pressure washer! Oh let me count the ways...I honestly can't say enough good things about this little guy. Our deck was in serious need of a wash. I really liked the idea of a small electric pressure washer mainly for the ease of maneuverability but was unsure if it really had the power to get the job done. Oh man, let me tell you this thing is fantastic! Once I got started I couldn't stop. I was washing everything in sight. Deck, fire pit, stepping stones, planters, outside rug...I was unstoppable! I was a filthy mess from the thighs down because of all the muck flying everywhere but I didn't care, I was happy." —Larry Crouch
Get it from Amazon for $169.99+ (available in three colors).
29. A headlight restoration kit you can attach to your power drill so you can get your headlights to look as clear as the day you drove your car off the lot. Or if you're trying to restore a used car, this is a great way to get those headlights looking new without much elbow grease!
Promising review: "I was skeptical in beginning, shocked at the results! My almost 14-year-old BMW e39 headlight lenses were so glazed and clouded over due to UV and rock salt damage that the HIDs were dangerously noneffective, especially at night. I was skeptical how a $15 kit would help but the OEM replacement for the headlights are $600 a pair. The instructions are extremely easy to follow. Just be diligent and follow through everything. Don't cut corners. It took about an hour and 15 minutes each headlight, but the results were really impressive." —Billy Rosewood
Get it on Amazon for $15.98 .
30. A rust stain-removing powder for those mysterious orange stains in your shower or tub you thought you'd never be able to get rid of.
Promising review: "I cannot say enough great things about this product. We just purchased a home that has a well with very high iron content in the water. I tried everything to remove the stains from our three toilets but nothing worked. I found this product online and immediately went to Amazon. The results blew me away. I didn't have to scrub at all. I let it sit in the tank for several hours and the results floored me!" —Toni Huitt
Get it from Amazon for $8.48+ (available in three sizes).
31. A cleaning kit that'll make even the most stubborn marks from burnt food disappear before your eyes. Glass stove tops are notoriously hard to keep clean, but this kit provides all the tools necessary to keep it glistening.
The kit comes with a bottle of cleaner, a cleaning pad and a heavy-duty scraper that are all designed to break down burnt-on foods and tough stains.
Promising review: "As soon as I used this stuff, I couldn't believe it! We had a new stove that I didn't clean for months and assumed the burnt pea juice (my enemy) would just be a new stain forever. However, after one application, it was basically gone. I used the scraper that came with it and did one more small application on just that spot, and it was gone! Every time I use this it looks like my stove could be brand-new." —Christi Lambertson
Get it from Amazon for $11.53.
32. A tube of retinol night cream formulated to plump up and make your skin look firmer as you're getting some ZZZs. Any beauty product that works hard for us while we're literally asleep is something we can get behind.
Promising review: "I cannot believe how well this is working! I've been using it consistently every night with moisturizer for one week and I'm already seeing drastic results to smooth out my cystic acne scars on my cheeks! I'm so excited that I've found something that doesn't break out my acne-prone, eczema-prone, highly sensitive skin." —Emily H.
Get it from Amazon for $19.97.
33. A bottle of leather cleaner if you've got some water stains on your leather chairs that just won't come out. It's also a good idea to use this to clean all of your leather furniture pieces periodically to keep them looking good as new!
Promising review: "Used the microfiber cloth to apply and after the first treatment noted only mild improvement, but after the second treatment (done just after the first treatment dried), the stain was not visible!! I then did the entire chair and the results are great. Advice: Do not scrub the area hard. This may roughen up the leather. Apply lightly and wipe off with another microfiber towel." —mich
Get it from Amazon for $15.98.
34. A screen-cleaning kit because anyone with a TV knows that fingerprints and dust can collect at an alarmingly fast rate, and this simple kit will keep your screen looking clear, clean, and streak-free.
Promising review: "Every now and then a product comes along and performs SO WELL it's surprising. THIS is one of those products. I don't know what they put in this cleaner but it works exceptionally well. Tried it on our big screen (82") TV and it cleaned some tough stains off and left no streaks, none! Spray on — wipe off! EASY! Tough stains? One of our dogs turns his head back and forth quickly sometimes. When he does he occasionally flings a little saliva that landed on the TV and hardened before I saw it. This made light work of it. Did I mention it doesn't STREAK!? It is the first glass or screen cleaner I've seen that doesn't streak. So I used it on all the monitors in my home office and again it cleaned exceptionally well leaving no sign of streaks anywhere. I already have a second 'kit'. This stuff is the bom-diggety of screen cleaners! Very highly recommended!" —D. M. B.
Get the kit (which includes a microfiber cleaning cloth and cleaning solution) from Amazon for $19.97.
35. A shower door cleaner that will demolish those hard water stains so your glass shower doors look so clear and sparkling, you'll have to be careful not to walk right into them.
Promising review: "This product works beautifully. I tried a lot of products to remove the hard water from my glass shower. I have to admit the first time I used it with a cloth it was not very effective. The second time I used a nonabrasive sponge for glass, it turned out beautiful just like the first day the glass was installed." —EJP
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a pack of two).
36. A pumice stone toilet bowl scrubber so you can finally say goodbye to any hard water rings, calcium buildup, iron and rust that you thought would just be in your toilet...forever.
Promising review: "I have very hard water that leaves hard water buildup and nasty stains. It’s embarrassing to have guests over because the toilets are so gross! I have tried so many products and cleaning solution — from natural essential oils to harsh chemicals so strong I was light headed for the rest of the day. Well I tried out this pumice stone after reading about it in a BuzzFeed article, and honestly the hype is real! It does take some elbow grease, but the after picture is from only 20 minutes of scrubbing, light enough that I didn’t break a sweat! The stone does get used up, but I think this one should last me a couple of years at least. So if you have embarrassing toilets, try this!" —Stephanie Ray
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
37. Or a fizzing toilet tablet so you don't have to spend your Sunday scrubbing all those gross stains in your toilet. All you have to do is drop this in your toilet bowl, let it fizz for a bit, and then lightly brush the sides. All that gunk disappears when you flush!
Pardo Naturals is a Black-owned, woman-owned small business based in Covington, Georgia, that specializes in products designed for people with issues related to sensitive skin.
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping's Melanie Aman says about it: "For all the folks who don't enjoy cleaning the toilet — myself included — these dissolving tablets make quick work of a grimy bowl. The tablets are a little hard to dislodge from the plastic container (although that does make me feel confident that they're secure during transit and won't break; mine all arrived intact!), but once you get one out, you drop it in the toilet and let it do its thing. It'll start fizzing — just like a bath bomb — loosening any stains and streaks in 10 minutes so they come away with a light brushing. I never let the toilet get too bad (and usually it takes awhile for me to notice any buildup since there are only two people in the apartment), so I can't vouch for them if you have really set-in hard water stains or haven't cleaned the commode in six months. But if you're looking to ditch the harsh cleansers in your toilet cleaning routine, this is a great addition to your lineup."
Get six tablets from Pardo Naturals for $10.50 (available in seven scents).
38. A mint-flavored teeth-whitening pen to help you get pearly whites that stay pearly white. Reviewers say this is great for anyone with sensitive teeth!
Promising review: "First, this is soooo affordable, especially compared to whitening strips. I've had five uses and barely made a dent in one tube so comparing that to 5 whitening strips that are like $1.50 each there's a pretty drastic difference. After five uses, I'm definitely seeing a difference. I also appreciate how much easier it is to use than whitening strips. Overall, I'm very satisfied so far and will keep using it." —Talia
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
39. BYO Blush Oil that infuses a bit of science into its formula. Allow me to elaborate — the color will react to your skin's pH, therefore giving you a beautiful, customized shade that complements your skin tone instantly. I'd give this scientific marvel an A+!
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
Get it from Youthforia for $36.
40. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets to at long last eliminate that heinous smell that comes out of your dishwasher whenever you open it. This will get it back to smelling as fresh and looking as sparkling new as the day you moved in.
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 a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99.
41. A cleanser and polishing powder that will transform even the most crusty, burnt, and stained pots and pans you thought you were going to have to throw away. That "before" and "after" shot speaks for itself!
The cleanser is nonabrasive, bleach-free, and effective on most surfaces in the kitchen, bathroom, and outdoors.
Promising review: "As you can see in the photo, it’s safe to say this stuff works. I left it on for a little while, and when I came back, this was the result of less than two minutes of scrubbing!" —Donette
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.99.
Check out our full review of the Bar Keepers Friend all-purpose cleanser here!
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