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    43 Products With Before And Afters So Scary You Can Show Them Around A Campfire

    You won't believe your eyes but these photos don't lie 👀.

    1. A mouthguard and retainer cleaner because what's worse than going to use it before a peaceful snooze and finding a sickening buildup? Yuck! These tablets will demolish odor-causing bacteria, discoloration, and plaque.

    Reviewer's Invisalign, which look slightly yellow
    The same Invisalign looking significantly cleaner

    You can use these tablets on your Invisalign, night guards, retainers, dentures, and more.

    Promising review: "I really loved this product. I am currently waiting for a new Invisalign set. My old Invisalign needed to be cleaned. I read the reviews and decided to purchase. OMG it worked! There was a fresh taste and they were clean. I wish I had found this product sooner. I did let them soak overnight only because I had been wearing them for the last four months. Nothing happened to Invisalign; there was no weakness or anything. Just very clean and fresh. If I could have given the product 10 stars, I would have." —Lisa R.

    Get a pack of 120 tablets from Amazon for $19.81 (also available as a pack of 240 tablets).

    2. A pumice cleaning stone so you can power through years of rust, lime, and calcium buildup. If it's too much for a toilet brush to handle, this'll get the job done. It's nontoxic and has ZERO mercy on dirt, but it's still gentle enough to use on your porcelain throne.

    before photo of a reviewer's toilet with limestone and calcium buildup
    after photo of the clean toilet bowl

    This pumice stone cleaner is free of chemicals and odors. It also has a heavy-duty plastic handle so you'll have a solid grip while you clean. Use gentle back-and-forth motions to remove stains and deposits from inside the toilet bowl, and voila!

    Promising review: "Will definitely buy again. Almost 30 years of hard-water buildup of green, and I tried everything for years to remove the green stain. This product rocks. It takes a little elbow grease but sure is worth it. Just don't use it on surfaces that will scratch. In my case, the fiberglass tub aggravates and is hard to clean. After 30 years, I scrubbed away and didn't regret it one bit, and the tub looks almost new." —Debra L.

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (also available as a two-pack).

    3. A ChomChom pet hair remover for pet parents who love their fur babies but not the horrific hair problem. Ditch the annoying adhesive rollers for this. Empty the compartment after using it and you're done!

    reviewer's before photo showing a black blanket covered in pet hair and after photo looking completely clean
    another reviewer holding up pet hair remover full of hair in front of two dogs

    Promising review: "I have three indoor cats, two of them seniors and they have really started shedding terribly. I own no less than a dozen different pet hair/lint removal gadgets and not ONE of them even approaches the effectiveness of this product. Normally, I time my pet hair removal sessions to right before I shower because I am dripping sweat after half an hour of grueling work. I just removed every trace of pet hair from my sofa in less than five minutes and I didn't even break a sweat. As I stood back and examined my sofa, I did not believe it had actually removed the hair but had probably pushed it around somewhere less visible. I popped the button that opens the hair collection compartment on the roller, and THE HAIR WAS IN THERE. WHAT?!!?! It actually took the hair off of my sofa and put it in the compartment!! Literally, I almost cried. I am considering having guests over into my home again...going out to make some friends right now!" —A.W.

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two styles).

    4. A handy Wet & Forget cleaner to help get your nightmare of a shower sparkling clean *and* mildew-free. All you have to do is spray it once a week, let it sit, and rinse it clean. No scrubbing or wiping necessary.

    reviewer's before image of moldy, dirty shower floor and tile
    reviewer's after photo of clean show and tile free of mold

    BTW, Each bottle lasts for 12 weeks' worth of treatments.

    Promising review: "I debated getting this and read so many reviews. I bit the bullet and bought it. No regrets! Absolutely love it. Let it sit for hours, and it wiped away with so much ease. I didn’t have to scrub anything. 10/10." —Stephanie Mueller

    Get it from Amazon for $20.98 (available in two scents, two sizes, and as a two-pack).

    5. K-Cup cleaning pods when you're ready to face the mysterious buildup brewing inside your coffee maker. You'll be grossed out after seeing what was in there, but at least it'll be gone for good.

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

    Promising review: "OK, so these cleaner pods are awesome! I didn't know how gross our Keurig was until today. The big mason jar on the left is when I actually ran the cleaner through plus one rinse cycle. The middle one is another rinse cycle and the last one, on the right, is the last one I did. So yes, I would suggest running two or three rinse cycles instead of the recommended one. But it's still an awesome product for the price! I have a 2.0 and I had no issues." —Mads0421

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.95 (also available in packs of 12 or 18).

    6. An ear treatment that'll eliminate the gunk that's been causing irritation and inflammation for your pet. It also protects against scary fungal and bacterial infections, like yeast and staph infections.

    Reviewer's before photo of dog's red, inflamed ear
    Reviewer's after showing how the treatment cleared all the redness and inflammation from dog's ear

    Promising reviews: "Saved a ton of money for vet bills. This stuff works fantastic and my cat actually doesn't mind getting the drops. I followed the instructions and they did exactly as they said. After reading the reviews, I was sort of convinced but now I won't get anything else. Totally worth the money." —Debbie M

    "I bought this to help my dog’s ears and it’s the best on the market. Within days, her ears started clearing up and she stopped scratching her ears and shaking her head. Awesome product, well worth the money." —handheld

    Get it from Amazon for $23.79+ (available in three sizes).

    7. A hard-water stain remover for getting rid of those ghastly stains in your shower and restoring it to its beautiful like-new condition. 

    a reviewer's shower looking super dirty
    the same reviewer's shower looking clean and brand new after using the stain remover

    This helps eliminate hard water stains, rust, and limescale from many surfaces, including shower doors, shower stalls, shower glass, windshields, windows, glass, barbecues, chrome, tile, toilets, granite, steel, fiberglass, pools, bathtubs, sinks, granite, marble, chrome, boats, autos, brass, stone, metals, porcelain, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, hard vinyl, and more!

    Promising review: "The difference was INSTANT and amazing! Also, this is a large bottle. I’m so thrilled with this product. I wish I’d taken before and after pictures, but I was embarrassed. My only regret is that I didn’t find this product years ago!" —Julie G.

    Get it from Amazon for $17.77.

    8. A leave-on teeth-whitening kit if you need a fast and easy way to perfect your pearly whites. Swipe the concentrated formula on your teeth, wait 60 seconds for absorption, and go about your day! Quick and efficient? We love to see it.

    Promising review: "Awesome product! I’ve tried almost every whitening tool/trick and nothing worked like this. Very easy to apply and it has a minty taste. I did only my top teeth just to try it out to see the difference and wow! In three days (using four times a day) I noticed a HUGE difference. I’m amazed and will be using it on my bottom teeth. I honestly can’t believe how fast and well it worked. 10/10 product." —Adrianna Panek

    Get it from Amazon for $28.28.

    9. Or a "why didn't I try this sooner?" teeth-whitening pen for instant results that'll make you a believer. It can banish stains from wine, coffee, tea, etc. It's painless, effective, *and* mint-flavored.

    Promising review: "I really didn't realize how well it worked until I took the after picture. Then I felt bad that I had not done this before. Let me start by saying, I did not even do this every day. I am bad about starting something and not finishing it, but I did use the two tubes that I purchased. I plan on purchasing two more so I can get my teeth whiter. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to get their teeth whiter." —Sheri Blanchard

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $15.95 (be sure to clip the $3 off coupon on the product page for this price).

    10. A mold and mildew remover to resolve one of *the* most annoying issues you'll ever deal with. This stuff will help you vanquish stubborn mold around showers, sinks, and tiled areas. Apply it, wait a few hours, and your work is done.

    Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. I live in an older apartment complex and even though I scrub and clean my bathtub every week, the caulk around the edge still managed to grow mold and turn brown/ black. I scrubbed with many different products and it didn't seem to make a difference. I found this product and the transformation is huge. First, it's easy to apply because of the squeeze top. I was able to just really focus on the caulk. Then, because it's a gel, it stayed put and didn't ooze everywhere. It really surprised me on those vertical sides. In the first picture, I already scrubbed my tub and even used some sturdy brushes attached to my power drill. The second half of the picture is after five hours of letting this mold remover soak and just wiping it off." —Rochelle

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

    11. A bottle of makeup brush-cleaning shampoo because you need to wash away those impurities residing in your brush bristles immediately. The results might give you goosebumps — in the best way.

    Left: a reviewer holding a brush covered in product. Right: the same brush with the bristles restored to white
    another reviewer's before photo of a dark brown beauty sponge next to an after photo of the clean sponge, which was actually orange under all that foundation

    This shampoo is hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, and paraben-free.

    Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this brush shampoo! I was a little skeptical of how well it would clean my brushes since I'd never tried it before, but after using this I am very pleased with the outcome. It has a faint shampoo scent but nothing too overpowering, and suds like you wouldn't believe. It got all the way down to the base of the brush and gave it a really good cleaning. One of my brushes is made from boar hair (Estée Lauder powder brush) and I was worried it was going to frizz it out and ruin the shape, but it actually improved it after I had previously used baby shampoo. It's very soft and not at all coarse feeling. I also used this shampoo on my Beauty Blender, and it did a great job getting all the foundation out. All in all, I'd rate this product a 10/10!" —Ryan Brooks

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (also available as a two-pack).

    12. A pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets that'll give your machine a super thorough cleaning while it runs. If you've been pulling out spotty dishes that are far from clean, it might be time to clean the machine itself!

    A dirty dishwasher with brown stains on the bottom
    The same dishwasher, which is now stain-free after using the tablets

    Promising review: "I rarely post reviews, but this stuff has completely changed our lives. Our dishwasher, utensils, plates, and glasses were covered with dry scale and nothing we tried came close to helping. After using the tablets three times our dishwasher looks like new; our glasses are sparkling like fine china and everything else looks fabulous. Highly recommend, worth every penny, best product BY FAR!!! One great advantage is you can use it with your dishes. Some other products are used to clean the dishwasher but not to clean dishes and glasses. Buy this, you will be blown away!!! It is astounding!" —Jenny

    Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.95 (also available in packs of 12).

    13. A hydrating intense-therapy lip balm if your mummified lips need some sweet relief.  It even has SPF 25 so in addition to repairing dry, cracked lips, it also provides ongoing protection from the elements!

    Promising review: "I have suffered with chronic dry cracking lips for over 20 yrs. I have tried everything on the market and nothing has worked. Sometimes I would have to apply balm every hour to find some relief. This product has cured my dry lips after two days of use!!! I have been using this balm for two weeks now. I apply 2–3 times per day." —JSal

    Get it from Amazon for $10  (available in six flavors and as a three-pack).

    14. A professional-strength grout cleaner so shockingly good at its job, you'll only wish you'd found it sooner. Yes, there IS actually white grout hiding under all that filth. 

    Promising review: "I have a white tile floor and I was pretty sure the grout was white also, but it was hard to tell since it was so dirty. I had tried many different methods to clean the grout, with limited or no success, so I gave this product a whirl, and was very pleased with the results. Essentially, you squeeze the bottle, aiming for the grout lines, but in reality, it's a little hard to control, but eventually finds its way to the recessed grout lines, and then let it sit. I let mine sit for 10 minutes. You then need to use a scrub brush to 'agitate' the solution, and it lifted up an amazing amount of grime. You have to wipe up the dirty solution, which sometimes gets into the grout again, so a second application may be needed depending on how dirty your grout is. I have a 6'x6' tiled area on my bathroom floor, so it's a small area, and ended up using about half of the bottle, so this is fairly expensive, but in my opinion, it's well worth the expense because it's the only thing that's worked." —Joseph Canas

    Get it from Amazon for $21.95.

    15. A bottle of Bio-Oil with endless benefits such as evening your skin tone, fading stretch marks, and reducing the appearance of acne scars. You might think you're seeing a ghost with these results, but nope, it's *just* that good.

    Psst! Bio-Oil contains retinol, which accelerates skin turnover but can make you more sensitive to the sun — so don't forget your sunscreen!

    Former BuzzFeed Shopping editor Ciera Velarde can vouch for this stuff: "I've been using this on a scar on my chest for the past few weeks (trying to make it less noticeable before my wedding!), and it's slowly but surely fading away. I apply it at night, but reviewers recommend applying it in the morning as well for best effectiveness, so I'll start doing that too. It smells really nice and it doesn't feel as oily on your skin as you might think."

    Promising review: "I used this for the first time last night on some recent acne scars, and I'm in utter shock. They look like they've been healing for weeks.... this stuff must be made of pixie dust or something. It's way too good to be true. From now on, I will be putting this all over my skin before bed every night! I don't even care if it means washing my sheets more often — SO WORTH IT!" —Julia Richardson

    Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (also available in a larger size and as a 24-pack).

    16. A beloved Folex carpet cleaner you'll always want to have on hand for those mortifying messes that seem utterly hopeless. Unlike many other cleaners, it's water-based, odorless, and nonflammable!

    reviewer photo of cream-colored carpet with large dark brown chocolate milk stain
    reviewer photo of same carpet with the stain totally removed

    Promising reviews: "I purchased this cleaner since the reviews were so great. No regrets since it did exactly what it said. Coffee, dirt, and wine stains removed, just like that! It’s easy to use and oh-so-fast too!" —empowered

    "I just removed makeup from my favorite white shirt and my white pillow cases!!!!!!!!!!!! It doesn’t bleed the stain further down on cotton and removes on carpet just as well! They are both mind-blowing and easy to use! I love spending my money on products that do what they say they are going to do! No regrets. Stop wasting money and effort on everything else!" —JRreview

    Get it from Amazon for $6.65+ (available in two bottle sizes and in multipacks).

    17. Magic Erasers because everyone could use a little ✨magic✨ when cleaning around the house. They're tough on dirt and all you have to do is add water! Use 'em on walls, inside cabinets, around the bathroom, and more.

    top: reviewer before photo of black shoe with dirty white sole / bottom: after photo showing the sole looking new and clean
    GIF of another reviewer cleaning dirty cabinet with Magic Eraser

    Promising reviews: "First-time homeowner. We expected to do deep cleaning BUT THIS is just a small fraction of how filthy the cabinets were! I will forever live and advocate in favor of Mr. Clean Magic Eraser! Along with lots and lots of wood cleaner!" —Amazon Customer

    "A gentleman who saw the paint on my van recommended this. And Holy cow it actually removed the paint off my van. I was skeptical at first because I tried other things and it didn't work. But only with one magic eraser it came out! Simple instructions just wetting it, squeezing it, and scrubbing the area. I'm super happy and it looks like nothing ever happened! Totally with the money!" —Keiry

    Get it from Amazon for $5.48.

    18. A nail repair pen so you can wear sandals without worrying about that *one* odd-looking toenail. This fungus-fighting formula helps restore brittle, discolored nails while preventing further damage.

    Promising review: "I definitely recommend this product, it worked for me from the first application. I can definitely see my nail growing and looking healthier. I applied it twice a day for the first three weeks, I cut and filed my nail once a week after I showered and applied the product." —Claudia

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $17.99 (be sure to clip the coupon on the product page to save an additional 20%).

    19. A tub of The Pink Stuff to purge your home of stains with *THE* holy-grail cleaning paste you've been searching for. You'll be shook by how quickly and easily this stuff can lift the stains you've been trying to tackle for ages.

    left: reviewer before photo of white wall with crayon coloring all over it / right: the same wall cleaned flawlessly with the Pink Stuff
    gif of Britt using the pink stuff to scrub stains off of white grout
    www.amazon.com, Britt Ross / BuzzFeed

    Former BuzzFeed Shopping writer Britt Ross tried The Pink Stuff and says: "Upon moving to a new house, I discovered I'd inherited some not-so-well-maintained white bathroom tile, with white grout to match. At least, the grout had been white at one point. Woof. After having heard nothing but raves about The Pink Stuff, I decided to see how well it would work on what has probably been my most trying cleaning task to date. Well, I'm happy to report that after a bit of light scrubbing, The Pink Stuff was able to lift most of the muck off of the grout, revealing a much lighter surface underneath (GIF for proof!). While I think it might take a few more applications for the grout to *dazzle,* I'm super impressed by the difference I was able to see right away, and with not very much elbow grease to boot. I mean, it is white grout, so if it was able to work wonders on that, I can't wait to see what it does for my crusty pots and pans!"

    Promising review: "What can I say? I love this product. My daughter drew a happy face in the bathtub (with permanent marker). I tried removing it with everything I could think of, but nothing worked. With this paste, it was gone within less than a minute. I immediately tried it on my stove — omg, I'm in love. It’s a purchase I don’t regret at all. Will be buying it again. This stuff has helped me remove stains that I wasn’t able to clean with anything." —Happy customer

    Get it from Amazon for $3.11 (also available in various bundles).

    20. An oddly satisfying foot file that'll repair dry, cracked feet without a trip to the nail salon. Gently rub it on your feet and watch the crust literally vanish before your eyes. The leftover pile of dead skin might make you gag, but you'll love your new baby-soft footsies!

    progression photo from top left to bottom right of crusty, cracked heel and heel with less dry skin after using the foot rasp file
    before and after photo of callused foot (left) and non-callused foot (right) next to silver foot file

    Promising review: "I was BLOWN AWAY by this product! I have dealt with calloused, cracked heels for as long as I can remember. Some things have worked better than others in the past, but I’ve been in a rut of bad feet for the past several months. The foot rasp/file/scraper that I had was not even coming close to doing the job, and it is a similar style to this one, so I wasn’t getting my hopes up for this one. Based on the reviews and before/after pics, I had to give it a shot though! I gave it a go before getting in the shower and was just so impressed with how easy to use it was and how incredibly it worked. It took less than 15 minutes between both feet and VERY LITTLE pressure/effort was required. This $11 product gave me better results than most professional pedicures I’ve had!" —Halk

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    21. An enzymatic dog toothpaste for taking care of your pup's oral hygiene — even if it is downright terrifying in there. This will help you keep their pearly whites clean, freshen their breath, and prevent dental health issues.

    This no-rinse, non-foaming toothpaste comes in two yummy flavors that dogs will love (peanut butter or poultry!). For best results, it's recommended to brush their teeth at least 2–3 times per week.

    Promising review: "The dogs love this stuff. The picture attached is only after two weeks of use (brushing two times a day). The dogs love the flavor and actually think of tooth brushing as a treat now. I also put it in a chew toy for them to chew on to help brush their own teeth. We used children tooth brushes at first to help her gums adjust and now use an actual dog toothbrush." —Paisley

    Get it from Amazon for $12.41 (available in two sizes, three flavors, and as a three-piece kit).

    22. A storage lid organizer to prevent that feeling of impending doom when you open a cabinet knowing a pile of lids is about to come tumbling down!

    a reviewer's drawer with a chaotic mess of lids
    the same drawer with the lids neatly stored int he organizer

    The dividers are adjustable so you can customize your set depending on what size containers you have!

    YouCopia is a woman-owned small biz that makes ingenious home and kitchen storage solutions.

    Promising review: "I love, love, love this storage container. Sounds silly, but it changed my life. No longer do I have storage container Jenga! No more stuff falling out of the cabinet every time I open the cupboard. Now I can stack my lids in the organizer and my storage containers fit nicely on the shelf, and I have a lot of storage containers. I would definitely buy this again and again. Great product." —Laura

    Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in four sizes).

    23. A stainless-steel tongue scraper so you can conquer killer breath and leave your mouth with that fresh clean feeling. No one will be offering you an unsolicited stick of gum anytime soon.

    before photo of a reviewer with a thick white film on their tongue
    the same reviewer's tongue with the white film scraped off

    Promising review: "This product works!! High-quality material, well made, easy to clean, corrosion resistant, at least in my experience. I can tell this will last a long time. And, it works!!!! Got rid of a coating on my tongue that other tongue scrapers and the tongue cleaners on toothbrushes did nothing for!! Noticed it got a lot off the first use!!! My tongue looks healthy, and my throat feels better. Once a thicker layer starts on the tongue due to postnasal drip there's nothing else that got rid of it. It's easy to hold, and doesn't gag me at all. It comes with a travel case, which I love because I don't want anything that goes in my mouth loose in a bag." —Saffire Dragon

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $7.85.

    24. Burt's Bees dander-reducing spray because despite their meticulous self-cleaning habits, sometimes cats need help with their coats! It contains aloe vera and oatmeal to help with all the scaries, including dry skin, redness, and dander.

    Promising review: "I spray this on my cats' brushes and they both love it. It really picks up the dander from my one cat and helps a lot with any hotspots he has. There's marked improvement in both of their coats, definitely worth the purchase. I’m glad I bought two bottles." —doink

    Get it from Amazon for $11.03 (also available in a two-pack and as wipes).

    25. A pack of Bottle Bright tablets that'll address all the nastiness living at the bottom of your mug or bottle. Fill up the container, add a tablet, and let the fizzy magic go to work.

    Simply fill your dirty mug with water, add a tablet, let it fizz for 15–30 minutes, and then give it a thorough rinsing before drinking from it!

    Promising review: "Got these to clean an old water bladder I had neglected. Left it to soak overnight and it’s as good as new! Smells and tastes clean. Then I used the tabs on some water bottles, and it worked great on those too. In the past, I’ve tried to use all sorts of household stuff to clean water bottles. Finally, I caved and bought Bottle Bright, and I don’t regret it. Will buy more when needed." —Nate

    Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $8 (also available in larger multipacks).

    Check out our closer look at these Bottle Bright tablets for some incredible before and afters.

    26. A grout paint pen if you're tired of buying multiple throw rugs to hide your filthy grout. Use this pen to trace the grout that needs whitening and BOOM, your work is done. No fumes and no hours lost to relentless scrubbing.

    Promising review: "I love this stuff! It takes the hard work of scrubbing and bleaching your grout away and lets you spend your day doing more enjoyable things. Who wants to spend hours trying to restore their grout to that pristine white that it once was? This will help to achieve that look without any of the elbow grease or the sweat or the toxic fumes. Just draw it in the crack and walk away!! Wow! Like new!!" —Jay Williams

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two tip widths and a variety of colors).

    27. Some wart-removing pads for getting rid of warts the easy way. These medicated pads are applied like bandages to remove warts. Replace the bandage every 48 hours until your growth goes POOF!

    Reviewer's progression photos showing the pads removed a wart on their finger
    Different reviewer's progression photos showing the pads removed a dime-size wart

    Promising review: "I had a wart on my finger that I had been trying to get rid of for a while. I used all different kinds of freezing medicines and wart removers and ended up with this as a last resort before going to a doctor. These had my wart come off my finger within a week — no pain, literally just came off when I decided to change my bandaid. Amazing!!" —K Pic

    Get a 14-pack from Amazon for $7.29 (also available in three other styles).

    28. A portable Bissell Little Green machine to defeat all the tough stains that kids, pets, and guests track into your home. This powerful machine can clean carpet, fabric, and upholstery.

    a tan suede recliner covered in dark black stains
    the same recliner with all the stains removed and the fabric looks clean again

    The Bissell Little Green machine offers strong spray and suction to remove tough pet stains with ease. It has a 48-ounce tank that allows you to do plenty of cleaning before a refill is needed. It comes with a three-inch Tough Stain Tool, a HydroRinse Self-Cleaning Hose Tool, and a trial-size of Spot & Stain with Febreze Freshness formula.

    Promising review: "Two months ago we got a 6-month-old puppy who has needed some time to get adjusted. That included more than a few accidents in our living room and on his bed. This machine has made cleanup of everything so much simpler and I love that it's deep cleaning and has a nontoxic pet cleaner so that our not-so-little puppy isn't harmed through exposure or smells. Also helpful since my teenage sons like to camp out on the couch with their friends on long weekends and our couch gets that fresh clean smell in an hour." —Kindle Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $116.23.

    29. An acne patch when you're looking for a way to draw the gunk out of angry pimples without touching your face. The results are truly frightening, so brace yourself for a jump scare!

    reviewer holding two acne patches in the palm of hand showing all the gunk extracted
    Reviewer photo of cheeks with dark red acne scars and breakouts
    Same reviewer's cheeks, which are now a more even skin tone and free of almost all breakouts

    These patches contain hydrocolloid, tea tree oil, and calendula oil to gently but effectively heal pimples faster!

    Promising review: "These did exactly what they said they would. I had a rather large acne area breakout under my chin. Overnight it nearly disappeared! I will say these are best on spots with a whitehead as they work by drawing the yucky stuff out. I will definitely be getting these again." —Heather E Tapp

    Get a 40-pack of round patches from Amazon for $8.49 (also available as an 80-pack).

    Our in-depth look at Avarelle's acne patches gets into the nitty-gritty — why they work, how to use them, and why they've earned 43,000+ 5-star reviews from customers.

    30. A cable organizer box so you can *finally* conceal all those ugly wires dangling from behind your desk.

    And grab that sleek cable sleeve (aka a wire cover) while you're at it!

    Promising reviews: "I've been searching for something to not only hide the cord mess but protect them from my munch monster of a cat. This box in addition to cable straps and cable wrap has solved my cable management like magic! I highly recommend this product." —Lauryn

    "Seriously where has this been all my life??? Highly recommend. Excellent cord management soulmate (I meant to type solution and it autocorrected to soulmate, however I think that’s accurate LOL.) Just get it. Won’t regret." —April Olsen

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two sizes and three colors).

    31. A hairbrush cleaning tool that'll *actually* pull out the hair and product buildup that has accumulated in your brush. The bristles are designed to extract all types of hair and the pointed end helps rake out loose hair.

    A reviewer's hairbrush caked with hair, so you can't even see the base holding the bristles
    The same hairbrush clean so you can actually see the base

    The reviewer above got such amazing results by using this tool along with soaking their brush in a Dawn-and-diluted-vinegar solution!

    Promising review: "When I bought this I was really skeptical. I am grossed out by my hairbrush and clean it all the time. I've soaked it in vinegar and tea tree oil, used a toothbrush, scrubbed it with shampoo, picked it clean by hand — everything you can think of. Still, it's so hard to get the little lint that forms at the base of the brush — they don't dissolve off and you have to pick them off the bristles one by one because a toothbrush won't even break them up. This thing works amazingly. I don't know why, it just does — the particular texture of the bristles on this really grabs everything. It scraped the little lint rings right off and now my brush is cleaner, 10 times as fast." —HeartsofHavoc

    Get it from Amazon for $11.95.

    32. A cuticle oil for restoring dull nails ASAP! Whether you picked off a gel manicure or your nails just need some TLC, this cuticle oil is a game changer. It contains sweet almond oil, jojoba, and vitamin E to soften and strengthen.

    Before and after of reviewer who used the oil, showing that it helped reduce nail breakage
    another reviewer photo holding the bottle with healthy long nails

    Promising review: "This product is amazing. I've always had acrylic or dipped nails because my real nails have always been brittle and always break and peel. I decided to give my nails a break and wanted to try and grow them out. I can't even believe the outcome! They are stronger than ever and growing! I really wish I had taken a before pic to show the difference!" —JOE D.

    Get it from Amazon for $9.05+ (available in three sizes).

    33. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant so you can achieve smooth, healthy skin without any dry patches or bumps ruining your day. Reviewers with keratosis pilaris and other similar skin textures love this stuff.

    model holding the bottle and squeezing some of the scrub out
    Left: reviewer's before photo of red, bumpy arm / right: arm with visibly less redness and fewer bumps

    Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and Instagram. I decided to try it and it really works. I used it on my thighs and upper arms. I noticed a difference the first time and even more the second time!!! Fabulous product. Worth every penny." —Launa

    Get it from Amazon for $12 (also available in larger sizes). 

    34. A jetted tub cleaner because no one wants to bathe in a tub with filthy jets that can be traced back to... who knows how many previous owners *shudder*. 

    reviewer photo of tub filled with dirty water showing filth that came out of jets
    after using the cleaner, looking clear with no signs of dirt

    It takes just 15 minutes to clean — run the water, pour it in, and fire up the jets!

    Oh Yuk is a family-owned small business based in Minnesota that specializes in PhD chemist-formulated cleaning products for home appliances, from dishwashers and washing machines to hot tubs and jetted bathtubs. 

    Promising review: "We bought a house with a jetted tub in December. Despite several DIY cleaners, the jets still had a funky smell. Bought this product after seeing it on YouTube, and do not regret my purchase! The amount of 'yuck' that came out of the system was 'ewwww'! Bonus is my entire bedroom suite smelled clean after using!" —Meganb

    Get it from Amazon for $17.84 (available in two sizes and as a two-pack).

    35. An antifungal tea tree balm that can treat just about any persistent skin condition you've been battling. Whether it's ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, or plain old dry skin, this stuff is a miracle in a jar!

    Photo of reviewer's foot after one application
    Same reviewer's foot after four weeks of consistent application, which is now completely healed and free of the red rash

    Promising review: "I ordered this balm on a whim as a remedy for a skin rash, and was very impressed with its effectiveness! After getting rid of my rash, I decided to try it elsewhere and it worked wonders on dry skin areas like elbows, knees, and feet. I was blown away with how I changed my feet entirely! As a dancer, my feet have always been a war zone: dry skin, callouses, ingrown toenails, and athlete's foot (all frequent problems over the course of many years). I was always embarrassed to wear sandals or any type of shoes that would show off parts of my feet because of all the dry skin, but sometimes it couldn't be avoided. This balm has made my feet the loveliest they have been and now I can choose any type of shoes I want to wear without embarrassment." —anengstrom

    Get it from Amazon for $36.32.

    36. A drill brush kit if you need more than a bit of elbow grease to accomplish your most dreaded cleaning tasks. Attach the brush head to your drill, turn it on, and remove stubborn grime in a flash!

    Reviewer using the brush to clean grime out of a tub
    one of the brushes attached to a drill next to a shower pane with half still fogged up and the other super clear

    Check out this TikTok of the drill brush kit in action. 

    Keep in mind the drill is NOT included. This is a set of three brushes that attach to your existing drill. If you need one, check out this drill.

    The different color attachment heads serve different purposes. The white is a soft bristle that's best for wheels, carpet, upholstery, glass, and leather; the yellow is a medium bristle that's best for bathroom, bathtub, shower, tile, and porcelain; the green is a medium bristle that's best for kitchen, stoves, cabinets, countertops, and linoleum; the blue is a medium bristle that's best for boats, pools, canoe/kayaks, hot tubs, and plastics; the red is a stiff bristle that's best for outdoors, siding, brick, garage, and gutter; and the black is a hard bristle that's best for grills, loose paint, furnaces, and industrial use.

    Drill Brush is a small business based in New York State that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from carpal tunnel syndrome and needed a way to clean without causing him harm.

    Promising review: "I have a white shower and soap scum is so visible! It was hard to clean it off until I saw this product on TikTok. I bought it and used it right after receiving it. I sprayed my shower with cleaner and was done in 10 minutes. 10/10" —Asha Dunn

    Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six colors).

    37. A stain and odor eliminator so you'll be armed and ready to handle any accidents as soon as they happen! You can use it on many surfaces, including carpet, furniture, floors, and clothing.

    This stain and odor eliminator spray uses a  chlorine-free and color-safe formula that is safe to use around pets and children. The natural enzymes in this product are activated on contact, which allows it to feed on ammonia crystals and organic matter until they're completely eliminated.

    Rocco & Roxie is a family-owned small business named after the Magleby family's pets Rocco, a Labradoodle, and Roxie, a former shelter tabby cat. They make a variety of pet supplies, including cleaners, treats, grooming tools, accessories, and toys.

    Promising review: "I don’t leave reviews, EVER! BUT this product is hands down worth every penny. I’m amazed, it’s magic. The dog urine smell from our kitchen tile grout was driving me [wild], to the point I was convincing my husband to buy me new flooring. I thought I would try this before dropping thousands on that idea. I’m glad I did! This stuff smells so damn good and the next day, I didn’t smell any urine anymore. Super thankful for this product, it’s my new go-to!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $19.16 (also available in a larger size).

    38. A Waterpik flosser for lifting plaque and food particles from those areas that are simply too hard to reach with a toothbrush. You'll be flashing your smile left and right after giving your teeth this royal treatment!

    before photo of a reviewer's teeth and you can see plaque along their gumline
    the same reviewer's teeth showing less plaque after using the waterpik

    This water flosser has 10 settings for a custom clean, a massage mode for gum stimulation, and a built-in timer to help you track flossing time. It comes with seven rotating tips and has a removable reservoir that holds up to 22 ounces of water, which allows for 90 seconds of use without any refilling required.

    Promising review: "This Waterpik does an outstanding job, and I can see the difference in my teeth and gums after a few days' use. It is good for cleaning between the teeth where the toothbrush misses. If you get this, follow the directions. Money well spent." —Roy

    Get it from Amazon for $76.65 (available in four colors).

    39. FryAway's cooking oil solidifier that'll help you dispose of the leftover cooking grease you spend too much time gawking at. Sprinkle the powder in your remaining oil while it's hot, let it cool, and then scoop it into the trash.

    left: person sprinkling FryAway powder into pot of oil / right: person scooping out the now solid block of oil into the trash
    gif of reviewer using a spoon to remove the oil from a pan

    FryAway is a woman-owned and Latine-owned small business started by Laura Lady, who loves both cooking and being kind to the planet. They donate 1% of revenue to nonprofits focused on water conservation.

    Promising review:" I used to HATE cooking with oil because I never knew what to do with it when I was finished. Not anymore! This stuff works amazingly well, is easy to use, and allows me to trash oil without a big mess! It just takes a little scoop and a short amount of time for it to set into a gel, and then it all scoops out of the pan so easily! I’m just sad I didn’t find this product sooner!" —TheBjamin

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three styles).

    40. A Briogeo exfoliating shampoo to help remove itchy flakes and buildup, stat. It contains cooling tea tree, peppermint, and spearmint oils to soothe irritation fast! Plus, it has coconut oil to prevent future flakes.

    before photo of a flaky scalp next to an after photo of a flake-free scalp after using the scrub
    Briogeo

    Briogeo is a Black woman-founded business known for its haircare products, which are free from SLS/SLES sulfates, silicones, parabens, phthalates, synthetic color, and DEA. If you're looking for nourishing shampoo, conditioners, and curl-friendly treatments, you'll find so many goods that'll be a big help for hair styling.

    Promising reviews: "I have had dry scalp issues for years. This cleared it up in three to four washes when using the complete set. Couldn't recommend more!" —Lauren C.

    "I get really bad dry patches on certain areas of my scalp. I’ve tried all sorts of products for years and nothing has made a dent until I started adding Briogeo Scalp Revival products to my routine. Specifically, this scrub has done wonders and practically eliminated the problem even in this much drier winter weather. I can’t go many days without washing my hair and I use this product about once, sometimes twice, a week." —Jennifer T.

    Get it from Amazon for $39.43 (available in four sizes) or from Briogeo for $42 (available in three sizes).

    41. A microwave cleaner so you can get all that nasty gunk out. Fill it with water and a hint of vinegar, then pop it in the microwave. It'll loosen all that caked-on grime so you can wipe it away in one fell swoop.

    reviewer's filthy microwave with the green and purple Angry Mama inside
    same reviewer's spotless microwave looking sparkling clean after using Angry Mama

    Promising review: "I'm embarrassed to say I hadn't cleaned my microwave in about six months. It's an awful task. I ran this one time, wiped down easily, then ran it one more time to get it detailed really clean. I highly recommend using it (more often than once every six months) for a super fast, super clean microwave!" —Kelsey

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

    42. A bottle of wood polish and conditioner if you were about to give up on restoring that sacred antique and slather it in a coat of paint, try this first.  It's made with beeswax that'll instantly revive your sad furniture, doors, and more.

    Promising review: "I have no regrets with this. I have a bunch of antique wood furniture. I have three particular tables that really need some love, especially in the wintertime and, up until this point, I was using some oil stuff that worked. For a minute. So I saw this and was like, I guess it seems legit. Over the weekend, I went after those tables with this stuff, and so far it's outlasted my oil by a long shot. I didn't do any special prep of the tables and just kind of went for it. I didn't glove up, so I did get messy. And if you're a train wreck like me; you'll want to wear old clothes while doing this, but I was happy that I could get this off my hands with just some normal hand soap. I let it sit and soak up for the advised time and came back through and buffed it. The pieces have never looked so good since I've had them." —Kid

    Get a bottle on Amazon for $9.50 (available in four sizes).

    43. An all-natural scour paste for cleaning basically any dirty surface in your home that's been giving you the creeps. You know those random areas you didn't even realize needed cleaning? This paste has got you covered.

    a reviewer photo of a cabinet top covered in a layer of grime and dust and text reading
    a reviewer photo of the same cabinet now clean and text reading
    Danielle Healy / BuzzFeed

    Humble Suds is a small business based in Evergreen, Colorado, and run by moms Holli and Jennifer.

    BuzzFeed Shopping writer Danielle Healy swears by this stuff. In her own words: "I recently moved into a new apartment, so lately I've been cleaning A LOT. Shortly after moving in, my partner and I went to store something on the top of the kitchen cabinets only to find them caked in a thick layer of grime 🤢 After going at it with regular multipurpose cleaner (with little success), we broke out the scour paste as a last-ditch effort and OH BOY did this miracle product deliver (pics above). If it can handle that grossness, it's going to have no problem with day-to-day messes like soap scum and burnt-on food. Plus, it smells delightful and comes in minimal, low-waste packaging!"

    Promising review: "Buyer beware: don’t buy just one!! Learn from my mistake, and buy at least two jars because this stuff is INCREDIBLE. I used it on my textured shower floor. It was EASIER to clean and required less scrubbing than any other product I’ve used, including CLR. If you have black matte bathroom fixtures, this is the stuff you need. My shower and sink drains look brand new. My other favorite part about this scour paste, is the fact that I don’t need to use any paper towels. Just a wet rag to wipe it all down at the end. I will be buying more jars for myself and to give to my friends because this stuff is absolutely amazing. You won’t regret it!" —littleashleyshortcak

    Get it from Humble Suds on Etsy for $15.95+ (available in two sizes).

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