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41 Cheap And Useful Products You Probably Won't Regret Buying

Anti-chafing bands, avocado slicers, and more affordable things that'll help make your day-to-day a little easier.

1. The Spatty — a small, flexible spatula so great for scooping up the last bits of makeup from narrow containers. Don't let the end of your liquid concealer or foundation go to waste. Instead, you can use this tiny tool to get the most out of your cosmetics (and save some money in the long run).

hand uses narrow Spatty spatula to scoop foundation out of almost-empty container
Amazon

Promising review: "OK, this is something I've been seeing on BuzzFeed's lists forever and thought seriously? It's a tiny spatula? So what? But my foundation got low and this was cheap and I was sick of seeing it listed, so I bought it. (Really showed them, right?) It arrived right as my current bottle was 'empty' and I purchased a new bottle because I had no faith that it would make a difference. How much makeup could be left on the sides of the bottle? Six weeks! Six! I continued to use the 'empty' foundation daily for six weeks with this tiny spatula! I just use drugstore cosmetics so a bottle is maybe $15 and I must have been tossing half of it before I got this! Imagine what you'll save on high end stuff! Easy to clean and disinfect." —S. Lytle

Get a 6-inch Spatty for $4.94 or a two-piece Spatty set (one 6-inch and one larger 12-inch) for $11.99 on Amazon.

2. A set of jean button pins, because you're done dealing with waist gap issues. Just pin one of these babies onto your favorite pair of loose denim, loop the original button hole around the pin, and bam, problem-solved. They'll fit like a glove and you don't need to wear a belt again!

reviewer shows denim shorts too big on waist before using extra jean button
reviewer shows denim shorts too big on waist before using extra jean button

Promising review: "There are the best things ever. I have jeans that fit great but the waist is always too loose. So I saw these on TikTok, and I was so curious to see if they worked or not. But seriously you need to buy these buttons are great material and just the most useful things overall." —Alexa Botello

Get a set of 8 from Amazon for $6.99

3. A portable canvas cupholder that'll carry your precious iced coffee while you're out and about. Just slide your cold drink into this small accessory and you can finally open doors and hold shopping bags without dropping anything.

the canvas holders in coconut macaroon and cafe au lait
a model holding the cafe au lait holder with a coffee in it
Dreamy Daisy / Etsy

Dreamy Daisy is a small business based in Washington, DC. You'll find so many cute handmade accessories, including canvas backpacks, spa headbands, and pins. 

Promising review: "The product is super cute and fits cups perfectly!!! I bought this for my coworkers and now I need to order one for myself." — Etsy Customer

Get it from Dreamy Daisy on Etsy for $15.99+ (available in 10 colors and sold individually or in packs of two, three, and four).

4. A drain clog remover tool to lift nightmarish gunks of hair from your bathroom drains. With a length of 19.7 inches, this baby fits down most sink and tub pipes and has claws that'll latch onto stubborn debris. You'll enjoy watching this little ~snake~ slide down and seamlessly remove wads of hair that may have caused a blockage. 

hand holds drain clog remover tool with giant wad of hair over sink
three pictures showing same drain clog remover going down sink and lifting up hair from it

Promising review: "I slipped the plastic strip down my shower drain and literally five seconds later, I was pulling up gobs and gobs and gobs of hair. I saved my prize hairball on the shower floor to show my husband because I knew he would be as skeptical as I was. It's a grisly, messy, smelly, and oh-so-rewarding job." —Amazon Customer

Get a 6-pack from Amazon for $5

5. Car seat headrest hooks for shopping bags and purses that always fall over when you're driving. Don't have a lot of room? No worries, because these hooks will turn your small vehicle into an efficient storage hub (and prevent you from piling everything onto the backseat). 

beige car seat headrest hook holding up a brown bag and red tote bag
Amazon

Promising review: "What I love about this book is that I can put it on my passenger seat and put my pocket book up on the hook. No more pocketbook falling all over the place and everything falling out of it. And if somebody sits in the passenger's seat I can just twist the hook around to the back of the seat, so I love it." —Dora Dougherty

Get a 4-pack from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four colors). 

6. And an adorable hanging diffuser to make your car smell like a relaxing spa (and not your recent drive-through order). Choose from a bunch of chill scents, like Amber + Vanilla and Beach Day, that'll help you unwind on a long commute or road trip.

hand holds small glass container with rope around the rear view mirror
Amber and Wood Co / Etsy

Amber and Wood Co is a small business based in Indiana specializing in handcrafted aromatic products that are cruelty-free, nontoxic, and phthalate-free. 

Promising review: "It’s very cute, I love the smell. I got lemongrass and sage. It’s a nice strong smell without be too overpowering. Fills my car. Cute packaging. Will order again in the future." —Etsy Customer

Get it from Amber and Wood Co on Etsy for $8 (available in 23 scents).

7. cleaning paste that's popular on TikTok and will save you so much time — it'll tackle stubborn stains on your stove, bathroom sink, kitchen tiles, and more messy surfaces at home. No more scrubbing and wiping for hours. 

on left, dirty oven door with brown grease stains
on right, same oven door all clean after using the cleaning paste above

This all-purpose and vegan paste is great for removing rust, hard water stains, grease, and more messes around home! To use, just apply it to a surface with a damp cloth, gently rub it in, rinse it off with water, and polish the area with a dry cloth. 

Promising review: "Amazing product. No chemicals, no toxic odor. Shower wall hard water stains completely wiped out. I used other products on my 10-year-old oven door and it never came as clean. First try, I wiped on, wiped off. (Recommended at least five minutes.) Second try, I applied Pink and left it over night. Baked on grit was softened enough I could use a spoon to scrap. End result...BIG DIFFERENCE. By far the best versatile, nontoxic, and gentle abrasive product." —ap808

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

8. An anti-blister balm to prevent any oozing blisters and irritation. This stick goes smoothly over your toes and heels, whether you're wearing hiking sandals or athletic sneakers.

Model applies BodyGlide Foot Anti-Blister Balm on their heel
Amazon

Promising review: "I love this product! Typically when I run more than two to three miles I get some hot spots, irritation, or a blister, and this made my whole run enjoyable! I got one of my best times during a 5K while using this product. I could focus on doing a great job rather than worrying about my feet." —A. Adams

Get it from Amazon for $8.

9. A few sheets of LED-dimming stickers because lights from your router, TV, and other devices are keeping you up at night. These small adhesives dim 50–80% of light from gadgets, so you can check if they're still working without an annoying glare. If you want your room to be darker, they'll help so much when it's time for bed.

A reviewer image of something plugged into an outlet emitting an intensely bright blue light
The same device and outlet, but the blue light is significantly dimmed

If you prefer a super dark room rather than a semi-dark room, you can buy the full blackout edition that'll completely block out light from electronics. 

Promising review: "This is the best thing you never knew you needed. I own a digital clock with the numbers displayed in red LED light, and every night I've blocked the light with a cover so it doesn't shine in my eyes as I sleep. Silly I know, but I like my room pitch black and cave-like. On a whim I bought this product. OH MY GOD! Game-changer!! For the first night EVER I didn't have to cover the clock display before I went to bed!! Also the product is easy to remove and doesn't leave a sticky residue at all, which can't be said for most tapes." —Amazon Customer

Get a sheet of over 100 dimming stickers (in multiple sizes and shapes) from Amazon for $4.99.

10. And comfy wax ear plugs that'll mold to the shape of your ear and block out unwanted noise, like street traffic and loud neighbors.  Yes to *finally* getting some rest without interruptions!

A reviewer with the earplug in their ear
A reviewer holding up an earplug, showing how it can get reshaped

Promising review: "Quite simply the best product I've found that reduces my partner's snoring to a level that allows me to wake up in the morning next to her and not in the second bedroom. I'd given up on ideas and was attempting to come to grips with a life of separation when I found these little gems, deciding 'what the heck' and with nothing to lose. They are inexpensive, comfortable, and effective. I can tell you with certainty that Macks earplugs work. Thanks Mack!" —Amazon Customer

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $3.96.

11. BPA-free produce bags, so you can save money on groceries and help your fresh produce last longer. Place fruits and veggies in these gallon-size bags, so you can extend their shelf life, minimize food waste, *and* spare yourself from expensive supermarket trips.

veggies in green produce bags on fridge shelf
Amazon

Here's how they work: As produce ripens, it naturally emits ethylene gas that leads to decomposition, aka your veggies and fruits quickly spoiling. These bags are designed to absorb ethylene gas and slow down this process, so you can enjoy fruits and veggies for a longer period of time! 

Promising review: "I first found these types of bags in the produce section of my grocery store, and thought I would give them a try. They were truly amazing, and helped me keep my produce much fresher for a week or more. The bags I was able to purchase on Amazon are a bit larger, more able to handle celery and large heads of lettuce. They have really helped me avoid spoilage with my fresh produce. If I have a cut onion or red pepper in my bag, I put a damp paper towel over the cut end. This has helped keep the bag from becoming too wet inside." —Ann Shops Frequently 

Get a 30-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (also available in packs of 60 and 90).

12. Avarelle hydrocolloid pimple patches to suck up all the nasty gunk inside pesky zits. Thanks to a layer of tea tree leaf oil and calendula oil, your pimples will be covered and less accessible during the process.

Reviewer wears small, round Avarelle pimple patches on forehead while holding a package of them
Same reviewer's cleared-up forehead after using the patches

Promising review: "I’ve tried so many brands of pimple spots, and these are hands-down the best on the market. I’m a performer at Walt Disney World, and a clear complexion is required. Last night, I put these on a few acne problems (a small cyst, a whitehead, and a pimple I shouldn’t have picked and has been a bump for about three weeks now). I just woke up and am writing this review in disbelief. They're flat! Gone! All of them! I could cry I’m so happy." —Caitlyn

Get a 40-pack from Amazon for $8.49.

13. Iridescent privacy film that'll fill your bathroom with mini rainbows when sunlight trickles in and give you some privacy. Your window will look like an iridescent piece of art *and* prevent your neighbors from peeping in while you shower or sit on the toilet.

Iridescent privacy film on reviewer's window above Himalayan Salt Lamp and cat plant pot
Little rainbows bouncing off walls from iridescent privacy film on bathroom window

Promising review: "I love this product! I live in an apartment complex and my bedroom window happens to be along one of the main walkways for the whole complex. This product looks so cute and it gives me me the privacy I needed. It was pretty easy to install and it can easily be removed if I need to relocate." —Melina

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

14. A set of mesh laundry bags because it'll be a big help when you need to wash a lot of delicate pieces. This set comes with five different-sized bags, making it easy to get blouses and lingerie clean and protect 'em while they're spinning around in your washing machine.

set of five different-sized mesh laundry bags with clothes inside
Amazon

Promising review: "Have you ever had a product that you never knew you needed it until you got it? This is one of those things. You think, 'I don't need laundry bags. It's just another waste of money.' But it's not if you have delicates or in my case: kids. I have a newborn and toddler who is normally good with using the bathroom but has her moments. What I like is I throw their small clothing in the small/medium bags and wash them with the grown-up clothes. It makes it *so much easier* to sort and put things away, I hate laundry. Oh and the quality of the product seems good." —Amazon Customer

Get a 5-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 12 sizes). 

15. A jewelry cleaning pen with micro-fine cleansers that'll get your favorite rings sparkling again. No more dull diamonds or dirty scuffs on your fave baubles.

A reviewer's photo of their engagement ring before and after using the cleaning brush
Another reviewer's side by side before and after photo after using the cleaning pen

My colleague Heather Braga tried this cleaning pen and said: "This seemingly average little cleaning pen is filled with a high-performance formula that cleans jewelry like nothing I've ever experienced. It contains micro-fine cleansers, polishing agents, and a polymer that will make your gems so shiny they'll nearly blind you. I've used it on my diamond rings, but it also works wonders on my cubic zirconia earrings." Check out her review of the Connoisseurs 1050 Diamond Dazzle Stick.

Promising review: "My life has changed since I discovered this. I was previously using a toothbrush and found that it just wasn't getting all the gunk underneath my diamond. I have no idea what kind of magic is in this cleaning stick but my ring looks brand-new after cleaning. The bristles are soft and firm at the same time, allowing you to get all around the prongs and underneath the stone." —Ay

Get it from Amazon for $6.40.

16. A foot file so good at gently removing dead skin, you'll gasp at your newly soft heels that were once crusty, callused, and cracked. If you'd like your feet to be baby-soft again, this gentle tool can help you out!

A reviewer's heel looking dirty and deeply cracked
The same reviewer's heel looking much cleaner and mostly smooth, with only a few small cracks left

Promising review: "This thing is pretty amazing. I was skeptical for sure, since I've tried all kinds of lotions, balms, and stone-based products, none of which helped my heels whatsoever. I've worn socks to bed for years, because if I don't the sheets hardly last a week before they have holes rubbed through them. My wife ordered this thing that looks like a mini cheese grater, LOL, and after two minutes — two minutes!! — of rubbing it on my heel, it's a complete 180. I never would've believed it until I tried it myself. This is well worth double what it costs." —LBK

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $21.99.

17. A cool pill-removing, pumice-esque stone that'll help revive the clothes you always wear. Just brush this baby across your fave sweatshirts or sweaters and say buh-bye to bad pilling. They'll look *almost* brand-new in no time. 

Maitland's worn pullover with the text
the stone on top of the smooth-looking sweatshirt, with the text
BuzzFeed/Maitland Quitmeyer

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer loves this little tool! She said: "Like many of you, I've been living in sweats and PJs during this almost-year of WFH full time. And it's made me revisit the state of some of my loungewear. Take for example, this college sweatshirt I wear all the time — as evidenced by the rather EXTENSIVE pilling all over it. So when I saw this pumice-esque sweater stone (it's made from upcycled car windshield glass — how cool is that?!), I decided it was worth the try. We've featured electric pill removers (mostly the fan-favorite Conair one) many times, and they really work. But sometimes you're looking for a little more detail or control — that's where this stone comes in handy. I was able to navigate around the contours of the logo on my sweatshirt with ease, removing pills using the corner or the entire flat bottom in a few quick strokes. It truly took no time at all — the sweatshirt was done in mere minutes." Read more of her Celsious Sweater Pill Remover review.

Get it from Celsious (A Black woman-owned, Brooklyn-based small business) for $17 or from Amazon for $9.99.

18. A Saucemoto Dip Clip so you can eat nuggets and fries without making a mess in the car. This baby easily clips onto a car vent and securely holds sauce containers and packets. The days of ketchup dripping into your lap when you drive are over.

Drive a compact, SUV, or pickup truck? No problem, because this dipper has a universal mount that moves and locks into 16 positions to accommodate different car vent sizes.

Promising review: "I got these for my mom as a stocking stuffer for Christmas and OMG, she absolutely loves them! I kind of got them as a gag since we are always teasing her about trying to hold the ketchup and dip her fries or nuggets while she's driving, but this little plastic holder made her SO happy, LOL. 😊 They work great for pretty much most sauce cups and it has a handy little attachment so that if the sauce comes in packets, you can pour it in there and still attach it to the air vent. My mom tells everyone who gets in her car about them and I will definitely purchase as a gift for more people!" —Summer

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $10.95+ (available in three colors and in packs of four, six, and 10.)

19. A ball of slime putty for the nasty debris stuck inside your tech gadgets. If you've given up on giving your calculator or laptop the clean of a lifetime, this moldable material will lift up pet fur and food crumbs from keyboards and more.

model uses slime to clean calculator
Amazon

Promising review: "I was skeptical at first. I was afraid my keyboard would be all gummed up with yellow slime! The opposite, it cleaned it as good as new. Got all those dog hairs between the keys! No smell lingering on the keyboard or my hands. No sign I even used it except a clean keyboard. Kind of fun to play with. LOL." —Billy

Get it from Amazon for $6.77.

20. Drawer organizers that'll spare you from the mountain of bras, undies, and socks in your dresser. This four-piece set contains medium and large cells with dividers, making it so dang easy to fold and stash clothes. Plus, you can arrange them in any order you want!

Reviewer's messy drawer packed with bras and underwear
Reviewer's organized bras and underwear in the light gray drawer divider in their dresser

Promising review: "I bought these organizers for my socks and such, but three-quarters of them were used for my husband's sock drawers. They are not rigid, which helps with different sizes and thicknesses. Thank you so much for this product. It has made my life less stressful, being able to find what I need quickly and painlessly." —Patty H

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

21. A peel-off liquid nail polish barrier so you can paint your nails with confidence and not worry about polish creeping into your cuticles. It's also helpful for nail art techniques, including stamping and splattering, that involve precise application. 💅

Hand holds bottle of blue peel-off liquid latex barrier
Ellison's Organics/ Etsy

Ellison's Organics is a small business based in San Antonio, Texas. They sell cruelty-free and vegan nail polish and nail care essentials. If you're looking for new polish colors or need help with your technique, you'll find so many supplies for DIY manicures.

Promising review: "I’m still learning how to make sure I get all of the edges without getting the latex on my nail so I can paint them properly — but that’s me, not the product. I’m right-handed but I swear I was born with two left hands. It took me a few minutes to make sure I did a decent job, but once I put the polish on and pulled the latex off, I was so impressed! Overall, a great purchase." —Etsy Customer

Get it from Ellison's Organics on Etsy for $7.99.

22. A set of colorful pens for taking notes and doodling images. Keep 'em in your desk drawer and they'll be there for a virtual meeting or whenever you feel like getting a little creative. Each pen also has a fine point that'll make drawing or writing more seamless (goodbye bleeding).

hand colors in journal with red pen
different-colored circles and corresponding colors in words on planner page

Promising review: "I really like these pens a lot! I got them for my planner and they write super nice! They don't bleed through the paper, which is what I was worried about, so I'm very happy about that." —RachRene

Get an 18-pack from Amazon for $6.79

23. A grooming brush so your shedding doggo can have a shiny, tangle-free coat all year long. Your fur baby gets to enjoy a little pampering while you, the happy pet parent, gets to keep the couch clean. It's a win-win situation. 🐶

Fluffy dog with golden, tangled fur
Same doggo with neat, brushed hair

Promising review: "The only negative with having a lab in your life is the shedding! It’s even more terrible during the transitional seasons. After reading other reviews, I decided to upgrade to this brush. So glad I did! I found basically another dog’s worth of hair and could have kept going! Now her coat is shiny and feels much nicer than before. If you or a loved one has a dog who sheds profusely, you need this in your life!" —B.W.

Get it from Amazon for $16.97.

24. A carpet spot remover spray to clean the nastiest stains on your colorfast carpet, rugs, and upholstery. It'll quickly get 'em out without rinsing and vacuuming, plus it doesn't leave a sticky residue behind! To use, apply it to stains, agitate with your fingers a little, and gently blot the messy area with an absorbent cloth. That's it! 

Promising review: "I had terrible rust and oil stains all over the seats of my car when I bought it. I tried other cleaners to get it out, but they actually made the stains darker. I took it to the dealership to see if they could get it out and they flat out told me no, so I gave up and lived with it for almost five years. I tried this after it was recommended by a friend. I sprayed it on and literally watched the stain run right off my seat. It was amazing! I thought I was going to have to pay hundreds of dollars to replace the seats in my car because nothing else would work. This stuff really is awesome!" —Brittany

Get it from Amazon for $11.69.

25. A rainbow fidget toy that'll ~give you a hand~ when you need a little stress relief. It'll fit perfectly in your bag, desk drawer, or car glovebox and has a vibrant loop design for infinite play.

rainbow circular fidget toy in hands
same toy in reviewer's hand

Check out Steel Lynx on Amazon Handmade for more fidget toys, necklaces, and keychains.

Promising review: "I love this fidget so much, I’ve only had it for one day and it has helped me with my dermatillomania and trich. It’s super bright and smooth, rolls easily, and it's a good size. Isn’t obnoxious like a big 'ole fidget cube and is virtually silent. I love that this is handmade, thank you so much for this little invention, it makes a big difference." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Steel Lynx on Amazon Handmade for $9.99.

26. Pumice stones to get rid of gross toilet bowl rings and hard water stains in your sink. They'll seamlessly remove grime from bathroom surfaces when bleach and other potent cleaners can't get the job done.

before: reviewer's gross toilet filled with rust and stains
after: reviewer's same toilet all clean after using a pumice stone

Promising review: "This product is amazing! I’m not good about writing reviews but feel compelled to do my public service and let people know how great these pumice sticks are. I had a stubborn stain on the inside rim of the toilet bowl that I’ve spent countless hours, products, and dollars trying to remove. I was getting ready to buy a new toilet bowl because it bothered me so much. Alas, less than $10 later and less than five minutes of my time, the stain is completely gone and it looks like a brand-new toilet. This is a life hack I will definitely use to clean other things now and tell everyone I know about it." —Amazon Customer

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.95.

27. Reusable makeup remover pads so gentle, effective, and easy to clean, you'll forget about those disposable wipes in your bathroom cabinet. These babies will take off stubborn concealer, eyeshadow, and foundation *and* you can pop 'em in the washing machine after you're done using them.

Reviewer with makeup before using reusable makeup remover pads
Same reviewer with a clear face after using reusable makeup remover pads

Promising review: "I have used organic cotton face pads for decades, for toners, micellar water, makeup remover, etc. It always bothered me that I could not find a suitable solution to make this part of my personal care routine less wasteful. These are perfect. Super soft. The black side for mascara and lipstick is brilliant. I use them for everything and no longer throw away or compost all those cotton pads. They also wash easily in the provided mesh bag." —Amazon Customer

Get a 14-pack and a little laundry bag from Amazon for $12.97.

28. Miracle-Gro water storing crystals to prevent you from adding too little or too much water to your house plants. Once you add them to soil, they'll enlarge in size to absorb excess water and then release it, so your plant babies can drink up and stay healthy.

model sprinkles white powder on soil
overhead reviewer shot of leafy green plants

Promising review: "I have deck rail flower boxes and they get full sun most of the day. I filled in the drain holes to hold more water and added these to the soil. Both made a huge difference in the quality of life for the plants. They were and still are gorgeous even if I couldn't water every day. I do have to admit I used more per planter than the recommended amount." —Pattijwr

Get it from Amazon for $8.72+ (also available in a 2-pack). 

29. Glow-in-the-dark running armbands, so you can stay safe during your a.m. or p.m. workouts. These bands easily slide onto your arms and help make you more visible when it's early in the morning or late at night.

Model wears green glow-in-the-dark armbands while working out at night
Reviewer wears same arm bands in a yellow color before running at night

Promising review: "I bought these because it's now too dark out to safely run without something making me visible. These do the trick really well. They've got elastic bands on them, so once you get them sized to your arm, they can just be slipped on and off. They're quite comfortable once you get them on, and they don't feel like they're going to fall off." —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (available in 10 colors).

30. space-saving shower curtain that comes with plenty of pockets for shampoo, conditioners, and soap: time you spent using the side of your tub or window ledge for "storage" has officially concluded.

Promising review: "I love this shower curtain. It's very functional. I don't have enough storage space in my bathroom. This curtain is a lifesaver. I use all the pockets, keep heavy things in them too. Nothing ever happened." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $18.67.

31. A set of cable clip organizers so great for all the e-clutter taking over your work space. They'll help organize multiple cables and cords and prevent them from getting tangled up. Peel and stick one of these self-adhesive clips on your desk and you won't have to see messy wires again.

black cable organizers with neat cables placed in them on a wooden desk
hand holds black cable organizer with white cord placed inside of it

You can use each clip for small *or* large cables and thanks to their sturdy design, it's easy to place and remove cords from them. These organization-friendly gems work well with multiple types of tech cords, including USB cables, HDMI cords, and phone charger cords.

Promising review: "These things are really easy to apply to any desk, and super convenient. I use a lot of electronics on my desk, and the wires often get tangled up. With these, I am able to organize all my wires." —Nafisa Rahman

Get a 6-pack from Amazon for $6.96

32. A hand-painted bookshelf tracker bookmark that'll help you remember which page you stopped at during your last reading session. Then when you finish a novel, you can write down its title in one of the 50 spots on the front side. 📚

The book tracker partially filled out
British Book Art / Etsy

British Book Art is a small business where you can find reading goods and have your favorite Disney and Harry Potter characters painted on book pages! 

Promising review: "I’ve been trying to get back into reading and the urge to fill this bookmark is really making me want to read! It’s so cute and I love how much space there is to fill. It came super quick too!" —Etsy Customer

Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $3.59.

33. An all-in-one avocado slicer because it divides, pits, *and* slices your avocados for you. This nifty gadget ~halves~ the time it'll take to get these fruits ready for guacamole and toast.

Green avocado slicer next to bowl of guacamole and sliced avocado on a cutting board
Reviewer holds green avocado slicer that extracted pit from avocado they were about to slice up

Promising review: "Of all the kitchen gadgets I own, we use this one the most! We eat an avocado almost every day, so I love that this does everything we need! It cuts it in half effortlessly, pulls the pit, and slices the good stuff. If you are eat avocados regularly, invest in this tool. It will save you so much time and effort compared to using several different things to get the job done. I've recommended this to several friends and they've all thanked me for it! As an added bonus I like that we can wash it in the dishwasher." —KmberlyB

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

34. Polka dot wall decals so you can give your work space a gorgeous revamp without ruining paint. These decals peel and stick onto walls and they can be removed if you want to update your apartment again.

black polka dot peel-and-stick wall decals on wall next to desk
Kenna Sato Designs / Etsy

Kenna Sato Designs is a small business that sells a variety of unique home decor goods. Whether you need fun wall decals or art prints, you'll find so many products that'll help give your home an easy update. 

Promising review: "These are so cute and easy to apply (and remove!) I used 1.5 sheets to cover the wall behind my floor length mirror and mounted TV. I didn’t want the dots close and that’s the nice thing about these — you can customize the placement to fit your vision." —Etsy Customer

Get them from Kenna Sato Designs on Etsy for $16.19 (available in 43 colors). 

35. An ice cube tray that'll make up for your nonexistent ice cube dispenser that you wish your apartment fridge had. It's space-saving for your freezer and has a flexible top cover that'll make refilling it a breeze (and help prevent spills and odors). 

hand peeling up thin silicone lid on ice cube tray
tray going into freezer at an angle, bc the silicone keeps it from spilling
Amazon

Promising review: "I am in grad school, living off loans in the most affordable apartments possible. Those usually do not include refrigerators with ice makers. Cue this ice tray. It is easy to fill. Easy to get rid of excess water. And most importantly, easy to pop those ice cubes out once they're ready, which took a decade and more than a small amount of elbow grease/frozen fingers with the silicone ice cube trays I used to use." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.99

36. A bacon sponge to absorb excess grease, so you don't have to use a million paper towels to get the job done before it's time to eat. All you have to do is soak this organic cotton towel in a degreasing soap and hot water before using it and you'll have finally crispy, grease-free bacon for breakfast.

Pile of bacon sitting on the quilted cloth
Green City Living / Etsy

Green City Living is a small business based in Denver known for their eco-friendly home goods, including reusable bread bags, coffee filters, and straws.

Promising review: "These are amazing! They work! And no stains! I was concerned that since I don’t use Dawn or a big name brand dish soap, my earth-friendly soap might not cut the grease as well, but that was not the case! My bacon sponge is perfectly clean and spotless! I love it! So glad I ordered two! I couldn’t be more pleased!" —cattealover

Get it from Green City Living on Etsy for $12+ (sold individually and in packs of two, three, four, five and six towels) or Amazon Handmade for $13.50

37. A rust stain remover that'll tackle the toughest red spots ruining your sink, drain, and shower walls. You'll save $$$ on bathroom repairs in no time.

rusty shower before getting cleaned with Iron Out
same shower with a little spraying of Iron Out and less rust
same shower all clean with minimal rust after reviewer sprayed with Iron Out

Promising review: "Iron Out was literally spray, spray, and spray, wipe to spread the product evenly, and walk away. It started working almost immediately. I went and made a pot of coffee, played with the dog for a few minutes, and by the time I came back my shower was white! Holy wizardry! Seriously it was more work to clean the mirror over the vanity than to use this product."—Jessica B.

Get a 16-ounce bottle from Amazon for $4.98.

38. A set of ultra-narrow velvet hangers so you can hang up everything from bodysuits to flannels and keep them organized in your barely-there closet. There also won't be any more clothes falling, thanks to notched shoulders on each hanger. 🙌

Reviewer's closet packed with clothes on white plastic hangers
Same reviewer's closet with more space after they switched to black velvet hangers

Promising review: "Bought these as I moved into an apartment and needed to make the most out of my much smaller closet space. They are very sturdy and took up much less room than the bulky plastic hangers I have used for years. I also love that my silky work blouses and dresses do not slide off of them." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $16.49+ (available in five colors and in sets of 24, 30, 50, and 100 hangers).

39. Anti-chafing thigh bands to wear during high-intensity exercises. These lil' helpers are made to reduce sweat and chafing, and easily slip under activewear bottoms. Raise your hand if you're done dealing with irritated thighs after working out.

reviewer lefts up shirt to show black lace thigh bands
reviewer wears same thigh bands under running shorts while working out

Promising review: "I have a pair of the lace ones that I've loved wearing underneath my dresses and skirts. I just purchased the non-lace ones to wear when I run, because the seams of my shorts rub in this humid weather! These worked freaking fabulous for my run, and stayed in perfect place (I ordered size C!) They were so much cooler than compression shorts or spandex, and kept the sticky thighs away from each other!" —Michaela

Get them from Amazon for $18.95 (available in seven sizes and in 17 colors).

40. Bottle Bright tablets so you can get rid of nasty stuck-on stains in your coffee tumblers. Plop one of these babies in, let them dissolve, and bam, you have a sparkling clean container again.

Promising review: "I had the most disgusting HydroFlask coffee mug — I tried everything. Bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, everything, and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. It grossed me out so much that I bought another HydroFlask to replace it. Now eventually they both got black inside, so I tried these little magic tablets. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out completely, without even scrubbing. They look brand-new. What a magical product." —Amazon Customer

Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $8+ (also available in a 36-pack).

41. And Scotch-Brite nonscratch sponges that'll easily remove grease and food remains from kitchenware without damaging them. You can say goodbye to last night's lasagna without using a mountain of steel pads to get your pan clean again.

A person using the sponge on a dish removing stains

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