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    42 Problem-Solving Products That Are Almost Laughably Easy To Use

    But the clean shine this jewelry-cleaning stick will get on your rings is no joke ✨.

    1. A no-scrub weekly shower cleaner you can quite literally "set and forget" to maintain its cleanliness over time — once you apply it after a shower, you just have to wait eight to 12 hours, and it'll quietly tackle the soap scum, grime, oils, mold, and mildew stains without any elbow grease from you.

    A dirty shower with a yellow floor
    The shower floor all clean

    Promising review: "Let me assure you that this is well worth the money. If you have a bad back or anything hindering you, this is the product for you. I must say, at first, I was skeptical, but when I sprayed my shower down and let it sit within the first hour, I could see a difference. Not to mention, following the instructions for rinsing, my tub was sparkling. I don’t remember it shining that much when I purchased my home. I’m never scrubbing a tub again in life. This is my new go-to product." —Jazzi

    Get it from Amazon for $20.98

    2. A jewelry-cleaning stick with cleansing solution on a brush designed specifically to get in the nooks and crannies of your jewelry, so you can dig out all the grime that's accumulated over the years.

    reviewer image of the brush stick next to a clean ring
    reviewer image of a before and after on a dirty/clean ring

    Promising review: "My engagement ring had gotten really dull over time. I hadn't even really realized until I came across a picture of when I first got it and noticed it didn't sparkle anymore at all. Which was what I had loved so much. I tried EVERYTHING. Soaps, soaking it in baking soda and a little vinegar and dish soap, rinsing it, etc. and nothing was working. This cleaned it up immediately and completely restored it to its former super-sparkly glory! It gets into all the little crevices and clears away all the fogginess. Will definitely purchase again and again!" —Sheila

    Get it from Amazon for $9.48.

    3. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper to make you feel like a golden god in your kitchen — this gadget lets you julienne, chop, spiralize, and slice vegetables in an instant and has a built-in storage container to hold the chopped veggies so you can pour them into a pan or dish without any mess. 

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

    Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets. 

    Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. 

    Promising review: "I was skeptical, but I am very pleased with this! Easy to use and works perfectly. I’ve used on onions, bell peppers and jicama thus far, and all good. Price is great too, considering I paid the same for lesser quality products that I returned. I typically don’t take time to review, but I wanted to let others know this lives up to the hype." —Jten

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (clip the $5 off coupon on the product page for this price).

    4. A bottle of Angry Orange pet odor eliminator that's working OVERTIME — not only does this vanish the evidence of pet-related stains and odors, but it leaves the area smelling so nice that you'll be like, "Um, is this my new signature perfume??" Extremely bonus: it also deters pets from peeing, so if there's a ~hot spot~ your doggo loves to frequent, this ought to curb the habit. 

    reviewer photo of dog next to bottle of the cleaner
    before and after image of a pet stain removed from a carpet

    Angry Orange is a small business that specializes in home cleaning products. 

    Check out a TikTok of Angry Orange in action. 

    Promising review: "This product has become a must in our household! We discovered it while looking for another scent/odor control product that had a strong citrus scent to spray around a Christmas tree a year or so ago when one of our dogs suddenly decided that he was going to start peeing on the Christmas tree every night. Not only did it deter him from peeing on it, it smells fantastic, and now we use it all the time for any smells around the house, pet odor related or not! It only takes one or two sprays as well, and the whole area smells fabulous afterwards." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $19.97 (available in four sizes).

    5. A sink and drain plunger so good it's gonna put Mario and Luigi out of business — this little gizmo is ten times more effective than a traditional plunger, and works fast to unclog kitchen and bathroom sinks that are backed up with hair, gunk, and all the other things in the gross menagerie of human existence. 

    Model using a small blue plunger on a sink
    reviewer's sink with lots of gunk pulled out of it

    Reviewers mention this was faster and more effective than one-time use drain snakes and chemical cleaners! 

    Promising review: "I couldn’t believe I wasted my time with those liquid drain clearers. This was fast and efficient, and I only wish I had thought of a product like this sooner. Cleaned my bathroom sink in two seconds!" —Sn48

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two sizes). 

    6. A "flossing toothbrush" with two layers of bristles — regular firm bristles and longer ones that are ten times thinner to clean deep in between your teeth and gums to mimic flossing. Reviewers love how deep the clean feels and also how soft it is on sensitive teeth! 

    A toothbrush with two layers of bristles, one long and thin and one shorter and thicker
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines. 

    I bought this and love it! I usually use an electric toothbrush, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively. I've switched to using this in the morning and the electric one at night and definitely see a difference in that area in particular. 

    Promising review: "I was very skeptical but I'm super lazy about flossing and figured this would be better than nothing if it worked. I must say that I am pleasantly surprised and very pleased! My teeth feel like they've been cleaned by the dentist every time I use this. Would recommend!" —Tyler Wiliams

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.91

    7. A Benzene-free, travel-friendly applicator of I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder so easy to use that you can just dab it on your hairline and rub it in for an instant, oil-absorbing refresh. Now your "no wash" days are a secret that you and your roots will never tell 👀. 

    A model tapping the puff applicator on their curly hair
    before image of reviewer's oily hair and after image of it refreshed

    Check out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. 

    Promising review: "I've had the best results from this dry shampoo than any other. It's a small container, but it lasts a very long time because a little really does go a long way! I also do this the night before so the powder-y look goes away by morning and it's more absorbed, you can also add a light oil to your ends and work it up if it feels too dry. There's no scent either and it is very convenient for travel! This is the only thing that still makes my hair look 'clean' on the no hair wash days!" —Alice

    Get it from Amazon for $18.

    8. A set of fast-acting Keurig cleaner pods you can simply put through a cycle on the machine to get rid of all the crusted-on grinds and residue that are *definitely* affecting the taste of your coffee, even if you haven't noticed over time.

    Quick & Clean is a small business that specializes in coffee machine cleaning products. 

    Promising review: "I got very tired of cleaning my Keurig with vinegar and water. It literally used to take 50 runs of just water to get the smell of vinegar out of the machine's system. I was skeptical about this — but it's as easy as making a fresh cup of coffee! No smell and no problems, and the Keurig dispenses coffee more efficiently than before." —Jim

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.95.

    9. A vacuum-free space-saving compression bag so easy to use that all you have to do is stick your clothes inside, zip up the bag, roll the bag, and watch all the excess air get squished out of them until your clothes magically shrink. Yes, maybe it's only a weekend trip, but some of us need OPTIONS!! 

    A suitcase spilling over with clothes
    The clothes packed neatly in compression bags to fit in the suitcase
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    HELLO, I AM OBSESSED WITH THESE. Despite all the rave reviews I was definitely skeptical of space-saving bags that didn't require a vacuum, and even as they were actively squishing my clothes into oblivion I still couldn't quite believe it. I had easily two suitcases worth of clothes I wanted to pack for a three-week trip to London, and I managed to neatly pack the entirety of my wardrobe in one roller carry-on bag. Truly all I had to do was put my clothes in the bag, push them to the bottom, and then sit on it to get the air out before sealing it up. I had tons of extra bags and make a habit of taking them with me in case other people joining me on trips need them to be able to pack souvenirs on the way home. I'm never taking a long trip without these again — these are worth every damn penny. 

    Get a set of eight from Amazon for $15.97

    10. A clever silicone "Broombi," designed to flex harder than most of us have in a calendar year — it's an all-surface broom, squeegee, *and* pet hair remover, making it your one-stop shop for all your "fix this grimy floor IMMEDIATELY" needs. 

    A flexible white broom pulling hair out of a carpet
    Reviewer holding broom next to a pile of cat hair and the cat from whence it came

    Broombi is a small business that specializes in household cleaning and pet hair-removing products. 

    Promising review: "So, we were skeptical at first about this product, but boy were we wrong! We absolutely love it!!! This broom picks up so much more dirt and hair than your average broom. We love it and highly recommend it!" —Nikki Gilliland

    Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in two colors). 

    11. A painless, mint-flavored teeth-whitening pen reviewers swear by as an alternative to pricey professional treatments and strips. This gets results from the very first use, lightening up years' worth of stains from coffee, tea, wine, or just, you know, existing as a human with teeth.

    Promising review: "I purchased based on the great reviews but was still skeptical. After using it for a couple of weeks, I can say it 100% works! I’ve used it once a day and saw a change after a few days. I’ve tried other well-known products, and they didn’t work at all and were annoying to have to leave on and then peel off. This couldn’t be easier to brush on, and also, the price is right. Definitely buy it if you are debating!" —Laura

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $18.95+ (available in two pack sizes). 

    12. An earwax removal kit, so you don't have to wait until your yearly physical for your doctor to be like, "um WHOA" and fix it for you. This is quicker, easier, and will be a huge relief for those of us waxy individuals who sometimes wake up in the morning with an ear so fully clogged-up that it feels like you're underwater.

    Y'all, this stuff is no joke — you can check out the earwax removal kit customer reviews to see the GOBS it is taking outta people's canals.

    Promising review: "I was skeptical at first, but this stuff really works! My ear was clogged, and I couldn’t hear anything. I wanted to save myself a trip to the doctor's office. I put 10 drops in twice a day and left it in for 20 minutes each time, and on the fifth application, the floodgates opened, and I could hear again! It’s amazing, all the stuff I wasn’t hearing before!! I highly recommend this product." —Virginia Whitehead

    Get it from Amazon for $8.12.

    13. Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp because honestly? Cleaning the toilet every week is a scam. Let this do the job for you. (And prevent grime buildup and toilet rings while it's at it!)

    Gif of a hand stamping the gel in a toilet, the toilet flushing, and arrows showing how the gel is able to clean the bowl
    The stamp in its packaging
    Scrubbing Bubbles / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie8Pubca84E, www.amazon.com

    Check out a TikTok of the Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp to see it in action! 

    Promising review: "I was skeptical, but this really works. It smells good, but it is a little bit strong on the first day. It lasts about two weeks before I have to reapply. It is really easy (and kind of fun, weirdly) to use. It keeps the toilet bowl very clean and fresh." —Floridajoy

    Get it from Amazon for $4.74

    14. A popular foot exfoliant peel reviewers swear by for calluses and rough, cracked skin — you apply the two bootie-shaped masks on your feet for an hour, wash your feet, and then, over the next five to seven days enjoy the bizarre satisfaction of watching the dead skin on your feet peel away to reveal smooth feet. 

    Reviewer foot with peeling skin
    Reviewer foot with skin peeled from it

    Promising review: "I, like many others, was skeptical. I put on the masks on a Saturday and then saw nothing for three days. Wednesday, I noticed a bit of peeling around the crustier areas, and it just kept on going! The peeling is pretty gnarly but worthwhile. By the end of the second week, my formerly rough feet were all pink and soft and new again! This is legit magic." —Jessica

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two styles). 

    15. A jar of internet-beloved The Pink Stuff, which tackles so many darn things that it'll be the BFF of every room in your house. Need to paint over a stain on the wall? Get it off with The Pink Stuff. Think you need to replace that caked-over grimy pan? Put The Pink Stuff to the test. About to hire cleaners to tackle whatever the heck is going on in your tub? 1-800-The-Pink-Stuff, baby!!

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

    A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match.

    Promising review: "I was skeptical of a product that touted so many good things it can do. Wow! The Pink Stuff is fabulous. I've cleaned my shower (after I'd cleaned it with my regular cleaning product) and couldn't believe it! Not that cleaning is enjoyable to do anyways, but it's great to know that after you spend your time and effort, surfaces really look clean!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $4.99.

    16. The internet-famous Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller you simply swipe over your face like a magic wand that makes excess oil disappear — super convenient and *way* less wasteful than using blotting strips and time-wasting than fancy powders that need a ton of blending work. 

    Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller
    Reviewer using Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller

    Promising review: "I was really skeptical of this roller at first, but after reading reviews and looking at the before and after pictures, decided to give it a go. I'm so glad I did because it actually works. My face is naturally really oily, and by the end of the day, I’m all shiny. Using this little volcanic roller thing absorbs the oil without over-drying my skin. I love it. I’ve only washed it one time so far with my face wash, but it’s held up." —Kate C. 

    Get it from Amazon for $9.09

    17. A set of "wine wands" to remove sulfates and histamines from your beloved cheap Pinots in as little as three minutes, basically making "not getting a hangover" your new superpower.

    three glasses of white, red, and rose wine with silver
    Amazon

    PureWine is a small business that specializes in wine accessories. 

    Promising review: "What a difference these have made in my life. With my allergies it was impossible to enjoy a glass or two of wine without nasty side effects: stuffy nose, red face, and headaches. Now I can have a glass of wine and not have to dart to a package of antihistamine! Makes a great gift. Even thinking of splitting a box into stocking stuffers. Each wand is individually wrapped. Have purchased these several times and will continue to do so." —KellyH

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $11.99.

    18. A set of dishwasher-cleaning tablets you can pop into a cycle with your dirty dishes to wipe out all the extra grime and that funky smell you can never seem to get rid of no matter how hard you try. You don't even need to scrub — these do all the work for you!

    before image of grimy dishwasher
    after image of shiny dishwasher

    Promising review: "Saved me from buying a new dishwasher! I have to admit that I was skeptical that this product was actually going to do anything. I’ve noticed my dishwasher wasn’t cleaning dishes very well lately, and I did everything I could to get it working properly again, but was ready to finally give up and buy a new dishwasher. I bought these tablets thinking they were designed to eliminate odors, but I was willing to give them a shot before buying a whole new dishwasher. I put one in the bottom of the dishwasher last night per the instructions and woke up to completely clean dishes for the first time in weeks. They look perfect. I don’t know why these tablets work but they absolutely did and I am a happy customer!" —B. Turner

    Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.95.

    19. A bunch of Miracle-Gro "food spikes" that can bring plants as sad as the tree from A Charlie Brown Christmas back from the brink of death, and then will continuously feed them for 30–60 days as a bonus.

    reviewer's plant droopy before
    same plant much perkier 48 hours later

    Promising review: "I never use fertilizer or plant food, and have been skeptical if they actually work. Well, some of my house plants seemed like they weren’t doing well so I bought these cheap sticks deciding to give it a shot — and THEY WORK! My plants became healthy, thrived, and even started flowering after being dormant for several years! I was SHOCKED!!! I’m now a huge believer in these and buy them regularly! Highly recommend!" —MichiganMom

    Get 24 spikes from Amazon for $4.47, and get a version for orchids here.

    20. A roll-on migraine stick made with peppermint, spearmint, and lavender oils to help you soothe away headaches, which frankly have a lot of audacity interrupting your day.

    Basic Vigor is a US-based small business specializing in all-natural migraine relief products. 

    Read more about how stress management can help with migraine prevention at Mayo Clinic, and read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

    Promising review: "I was skeptical about this from the start. I figured it was a reasonable try even if it didn't work. As soon as I felt my migraine coming on I used the stick. Within about 10 minutes it was gone. I applied the product one more time about two hours later since the migraine tried to sneak back up. Same thing, applied the stick and it was gone — for good this time! Wow! LOVE that this is not a pill solution." —audioeng86

    Read BuzzFeed's review of the migraine stick for more deets!

    Get it from Amazon for $12.95.

    21. A set of Bottle Bright tablets so you can banish all the sludge caked on your automatic kettle, coffee maker, or favorite ceramic mugs before buying replacements. 

    Bottle Bright is a small business that specializes in effortless bottle-cleaning products. 

    Promising review: "I was totally skeptical that this would clean my cup that was blackened by tea. I used hot sink water and dropped in a tablet. Every speck of black was gone when I rinsed the cup! Nothing else had worked, including scrubbing it with all manner of brushes and scrubbies. This was the last hope for my favorite cup, and it's like new! Very pleased!" —LadyMau

    Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $8.

    22. A pumice cleaning stone for a non-toxic, delightfully efficient option to banish those stubborn toilet rings from your bowl once and for all (without messing up the porcelain!!). 

    Reviewer photo of their toilet bowl, which has dark yellow and brown stains on it
    Same reviewer's toilet looking white and clean after using the stone

    Powerstone Pumice is a small business that specializes in home cleaning products. 

    Promising review: "I have never been so happy about a purchase before and this did it! We went away for a week and came back home and saw stains in all of the toilet bowls. I researched and it’s from hard water or something like that.  I’m so glad I [tried this] because this saved me so much money and time on finding a solution that works miracles. I didn’t even need to scrub hard. Just rubbed it on the stains a couple of times and I was done in less than five minutes for each bowl. I highly recommend this product!" —Selina B 

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (also available in a pack of two and four).

    23. A set of washing machine–cleaning tablets that'll tackle that weird mold + mildew smell in one cycle. Your laundry will come out so fresh that you'll hold your nose up to it like you're auditioning to play "Human in Scented Detergent Commercial."

    A model putting a tablet in the washing machine
    Amazon

    Promising review: My older model Whirlpool washing machine had been smelling very bad for about two months. We tried everything, white vinegar, beach, etc., it would stay fresh smelling for two days then back to the bad moldy smell. I read this product works so I ordered it. Used one tablet and the smell is gone!!! It has been three weeks now and it just smells fresh, no strong perfume odor either! Buy this product you will not regret it!!!" —A.C.

    Get a set of six tablets from Amazon for $10.16.

    24. A investworthy tube of Nerdwax to keep your glasses from treating the bridge of your nose like a Slip N' Slide — this is especially handy for sunglasses or other frames that aren't the prescription, well-fitted ones you typically use, or for sweaty days when your nose is a little ~slippier~ than usual. 

    person applying the wax from a lip balm-like tube to the glasses
    Amazon

    Nerdwax is a US-based small business that specializes in all-natural anti-slip eyewear products. 

    Promising review: "I can see why it's one of the most successful products seen on Shark Tank. Truly a game changer. I thought I would forever struggle with my glasses moving down my nose all day long but this really keeps them put! One less annoyance to deal with while wearing glasses. I already know ill be a lifelong customer for this product." —M.L. Gomez

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    25. A portable car vacuum that lets you explore the great outdoors or enjoy a particularly messy snack without sitting in the evidence until the next time you do a deep car clean. With this easy peasy gadget, you can scoop it all up and leave your interiors looking brand spanking new. 

    Small handheld black vacuum in a reviewer's hand
    before and after images of a messy sandy car interior vacuumed clean again

    Promising review: "This was the perfect solution for a busy mom as myself. I have three little ones and every day there is a mess of some sort in the backseat. It saves time and money to not have to go to a carwash place and keep feeding the machine. It’s simple to use and a great size. Wish the suction was a little better but for the price and quality I can’t complain. It’s a must!" —Amazon Customer

    "TikTok made me buy it. I NEVER leave reviews buttt I was surprised at how well and powerful this vacuum was! And it wasn’t loud. 10 out of 10 recommended. Go buy it and try it for yourself." —Jessica D. Williams

    Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in four colors).

    26. A set of bathroom power scrubber brushes you can attach to a DRILL (!!) that basically does all of the hard grime busting for you, so you don't have to have sore arms for a week just because you dared to wipe down the shower.

    Scrubheads on a toilet
    Amazon

    Useful Products is a US-based small business established in 2007 by car wash owner, electrician, and former bodybuilder Anthony LaPolla that specializes in drill-cleaning brushes and attachments. 

    Promising review: "These are great! I use the large one to give the bowl a cleaning. A variable speed drill makes quick and short work as well. They have other brushes for other applications that I will order as needed. Very affordable, well made and will get many uses due to durability." —Michael R. 

    Psst – each of the different brush colors indicates which tasks the brushes are meant for based on their bristle type, so be sure to check which one is best suited for whatever you need to for! Yellow is the “all-purpose” medium bristle, but some are softer and harder depending on what types of surfaces you’re cleaning (but none of them will scratch!). 

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six styles).

    27. An enzyme-based laundry stain remover that works its magic in one wash to help you instantly get rid of all that discolored dried sweat, oil stains, or deodorant residue on your favorite clothes.

    Check out a TikTok of the laundry spray in action. 

    Puracy is a Texas-based, family-owned business specializing in plant-based, chemical-free, hypoallergenic home products, with a donation made to local families in need with a portion of every purchase. 

    Psst — this spray also does a number on all those other miscellaneous stains in your life, like wine, coffee, soy sauce, makeup, and period blood! I bought this to test it for myself and can attest to how well it works to get period blood out even after you've tried something else. I stained a pair of beloved bright blue bike shorts in my sleep and tried to get it out with soap and water, but the stain was still there when it came out of the wash. I treated it with this, stuck it back in the wash, and BOOM, it's like it never happened (I panicked before I could get a before and after; please forgive me, laundry gods).

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99.

    28. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner you can plop into your sink, run a little water on, and let its blue magic fizz its way up to the top while clearing out all the gunk from your culinary adventures in one go.

    blue foaming cleanser pushing its way out of the sink drain
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I was skeptical about this actually working, but the disposal in my apartment sink really needed help. It was a lot of fun to use (foam!!) and cleared out the lingering smells in my sink." —Tanya Goff Davis

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78.

    29. Dandylion Clean Paws, a no-rinse, non-irritating paw cleaner that instantly foams up when you press it. Reviewers love that it makes for a fast, easy clean that even finicky pups don't mind, and that all they have to do when they're done is wipe it off the foam with a towel, no water required. 

    model holding the bottle of cleansing foam with a bristled brush top
    reviewer cleaning a corgi's paws

    Check out a TikTok of the paw cleaner in action. 

    Promising review: "Saw this product on TikTok so I had to try it. Love the soft bristles on top. My pup hates getting their paws cleaned and I’ve tried everything from wipes to paw cleaners. These were more comfortable for my pup while allowing for a good clean. I like that you can just use a towel to wipe off. Love that it's unscented and that you can remove the bristles." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $18

    30. A set of two traceless adhesive shower shelves for your bathroom or kitchen that *don't* require any drilling or complicated installation other than sticking it straight to the wall. A chic and easy home fix?? Ugh, we lazy folks love to see it. 

    Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and had to try it. I love it. I have one in the shower and the other on the bathroom wall holding all the stuff normally on the sink. 10/10 recommend." —Sonia

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two colors). 

    31. A set of ingenious double shower curtain hooks to make putting on the shower curtain and the liner so! darn! easy!! that you'll never go back to those silly rings that pop off annoy the heck out of you again. 

    The hooks attached to a shower with two hooks on each side of them, one holding the liner and one holding the curtain
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I hate changing out the liner on my shower because it meant I had to remove the curtain too. Not any more! I saw this set of hooks in a TikTok review. Now I can swap out the liner with ease. The hooks also slide on the curtain rod very easily, no tugging." —Christina

    Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $6.99 (available in 10 colors). 

    32. A microwave bacon cooker because as fun as it is to get your cardio in dodging bacon grease spitting at you from the pan, THERE IS ANOTHER WAY. This can cook seven to nine strips at a time, and comes with grooves and a spout designed to pour out the extra fat. 

    uncooked bacon laying in a blue silicone cooker with a lid
    The bacon cooked and crisped in the container

    Promising review: "Best way to make bacon!!!!! I will never cook bacon any other way. Bought one for me and one for my daughter. Buying one for my MIL for Christmas." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors). 

    33. A delightful little tool called the Bug Bite Thing that suctions on all kinds of bug bites to reduce swelling, itchiness, and redness.

    A BuzzFeed editor's arm with a bite on it
    Rebecca O'Connell / BuzzFeed

    Bug Bite Thing is a family-owned small business established in 2017 that specializes in bug bite relief products. 

    This works on mosquitoes, bees, wasps, biting flies, sea lice, and more (although TBH, if this list of bugs gets any longer I may just stay indoors forever!!).

    Promising review: "I bought this because I saw it on TikTok, and have been having issues with mosquito bites. Used it a few time to relieve itchiness and I am convinced it works! Have been recommending it to my family and friends.  Read the directions and follow them carefully. Don't use this on your face or neck, or other sensitive areas. Don't do a lot of suction, just a little bit. And do it a few times if needed. Great invention!" —Joe

    Get it from Amazon for $9.80 (also available in packs of two and three). 

    34. stainless-steel Rub-A-Way bar to cancel out smells from all your particularly pungent tasks, whether it be from cooking with garlic, cleaning up a pet mess, or even helping with lingering body odors. All you have to do is rub the metal bar on your hands, with or without water, and BOOM. Smelly smells are gone. 

    The soap bar-shaped stainless steel, with the text
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I always thought it was a hoax that a piece of steel could remove kitchen odors (like from chopping onions or garlic). I am happy to report that it totally works. Handle all the stinky food you want — even non-food odors — and then wash your hands with this steel bar. No soap. No perfume. It just removes the odor nearly instantly. Little bar is reasonably priced as well. Best gadget I've bought in years." —Deb

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    35. A fume-free oven cleaner that's gentle enough that you don't need protective gloves to use it but tough enough that it'll erase the evidence of all your baking misadventures and that time you fell asleep while cooking pizza rolls.

    before image of crusty oven with burnt remnants
    after image of same oven looking shiny and clean

    Promising review: "I don’t write reviews, but I couldn’t go without writing this one. I bought the product still skeptical of its effectiveness. Sprayed the stuff on my apartment oven (it seems like it had never been cleaned) and left it overnight. I cannot express my surprise at how easily the grime just wiped off! I am telling every friend and family on this one, and I highly highly recommend!!! Save your tears and get this!" —Raj singh

    Get it from Amazon for $8.98

    36. A set of Sea Bands, which target an acupressure point on your wrists meant to help reduce nausea — a must-have for anyone who gets motion sick on long car rides, cruises, buses, and trains. 

    Read more about acupressure and nausea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

    Promising review: "I was skeptical at first, however these helped me a bunch. Typically get seasick, but I love to cruise. I put these babies on the first day and was good for the entire trip. (It was a 10-day cruise). I removed them before bed and bathing. They are on the snug side, so if you have larger wrists, this may be uncomfortable for you." —Naturally Nicki

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.52.

    37. A stick of Body Glide anti-chafing balm you can apply between your thighs or under your bra to avoid all that skin irritation in ~hot spots~ you get from hanging out in the heat.

    A model applying the balm to their inner thigh
    Model applying it under their bra
    Amazon

    BodyGlide is a small business that specializes in chafe-preventing personal care products. 

    I swear by this to the point where if I can't find it in the morning of a summer run, I just won't go out, LOLOL. My boobs chafe SO BADLY under my sports bra bands, no matter what kind I'm wearing, but putting on a tiny bit of this before I leave works like a charm. Absolutely no more friction and no more going "OW OW OW" in the shower because my literal boob wounds were stinging.

    Promising review: "This stuff is awesome. I used to get chafed whenever I spent any time in salt water, but this prevents it amazingly well. I was skeptical as to how well it would work, thinking that the water would wash it off and render it useless, but I was pleasantly surprised. I would recommend this to anyone who is subject to chafing." —Pablo

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

    38. A bottle of wood polish — it will instantly make your scuffed up doors, hardwood floors, and furniture look so spanking new that you'll wonder if it's not actually wood polish but a time machine.

    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. Take a look at the pictures to see the before-and-afters. This stuff was like a Magic 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 a bottle from Amazon for $7.49.  

    39. "Springer," a leakproof travel pet water bottle with a lid designed to pop into a convenient little bowl for your furry friend to take a sip from. Psst — this was also one of Oprah's Favorite Things for 2023!! 

    small dog drinking out of a water bottle with a bowl-shaped top
    the water bottle with arrows pointing to its lid and other specifications
    Amazon

    Springer is a small business that specializes in pet and travel products. 

    Promising review: "Amazing product! Holds plenty of ice cold water for my Great Dane and Dachshund. Quality is great, size is perfect. It never leaks even when it’s on its side or tilted. Perfect for on the go pups!" —Zon Reviewer 

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three sizes and four colors). 

    40. bagless, touchless stationary vacuum to suck the gunk on your floors right up instead of wrangling with a dustpan full of hair clumps that keep falling out or a heavy vacuum cleaner. Why lug a vacuum around when you can get the job done with a lightweight broom instead? 

    the gray and black bagless, touchless vacuum on a tiled floor next to broom
    GIF of reviewer sweeping dust into bagless vacuum

    EyeVac is a small business that specializes in vacuums for home and commercial use. 

    Promising review: "Saw it on TikTok and knew I had to have one. I hate cleaning but get annoyed with the clumps of dog hair and bits of things on my kitchen floor. I usually just vacuum my tile with the vacuum which is a pain. This thing is so easy to just sweet things into and it sucks them right up. Sure, it's more expensive than my actual vacuum, but I've only had it three days and have used it two times." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in six colors).

    41. A glasses lens cleaner so effective that it blows microfiber cloths out of the water. It uses carbon microfiber tech to polish up your glasses quickly and effectively *without* scratching the lenses, and comes with a convenient carrying case to prevent it from being exposed to bacteria. 

    Reviewer using small handheld device to wipe a glasses lens clean
    The small black cleaner in a model's hand

    Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and wanted to get it. I wear glasses every day and often don't realize how dirty they are until I see a reflection through them. I've used cloths before but they get weirdly oily and then leave smear marks. This does not. I love it so much and I don't lose it in my purse." —Clair F 

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in ten styles). 

    42. A ridiculously beloved, Shark Tank-featured Click & Carry Grocery Bag Carrier to help you lift bulky, heavy bags while you're traveling so easily you'll put Superman out of business. With this gizmo you can hook your bags to it and lift up to 80 pounds while comfortably resting the carrier on your shoulder instead of letting all the straps cut into your palms. 

    A model with a purple handle clinging to two heavy bags
    Reviewer using a pink handle to lift a bunch of grocery bags of a car

    Click & Carry is a Shark Tank and QVC-featured small business that specializes in easy carry accessories. 

    Promising review: "TikTok made me buy it. This is great when you have a few bags and a box — for example, if you balance the bags, you can throw it over your shoulder and walk inside and have two free hands to carry the box, which is great. Product seems well built, and is comfortable on your shoulder or hand because of the padding." —Hung

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in seven colors). 

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