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    Just 40 Random But Useful Products That Are Really Worth Buying

    Heel caps to prevent shoes from sinking into grass, bikini line sheet masks, and more things you won't want to pass up on.

    1. A Luminoodle LED lighting strip to elevate your TV watching experience. It provides a backlight setup, so you can enjoy sharper images, better color contrast, and less eyestrain.

    A reviewer's TV: hazier and too bright in some places before, and sharper and clearer with the backlighting after

    2. 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.

    Reviewer dips french fry into honey mustard sauce in red Saucemoto dip cup

    3. A Deep V sheet mask to soothe your bikini line that's prone to dryness, razor burn, and ingrown hairs. A powerhouse trio of honey extract, niacinamide, witch hazel helps hydrate skin and minimize irritation, so you can comfortably wear underwear without saying "ouch!" post-shaving.

    Models with the oval sheet masks on their bikini lines

    4. A set of heel caps for your next fancy outdoor celebration, so you can avoid getting your stilettos stuck in muddy grass. Place one of these babies on each heel and you'll be good to go when it's time to take photos!

    plastic flower-shaped cap on stiletto heel keeping it from sinking into gravel

    5. A set of gold under-eye masks to minimize puffiness and dark circles. You may have stayed up late watching your fave TV show, but these soothing pads will help you look a little less tired the next day.

    6. Iridescent privacy film that'll give your window a shimmery glow-up and prevent neighbors from peeping into your bathroom while you brush your teeth or take a shower.

    7. A set of reusable stainless-steel straws for your water bottles and portable containers. Designed to fit most tumblers, these portable straws are easy to drink out of and will help you cut back on plastic straw use.

    manicured hand holds black reusable straw in S'well tumbler

    8. A red wine stain remover because you accidentally spilled a glass of vino on your favorite blanket and you've tried everything to get the stubborn stains out. Spritz this phosphate-free liquid onto bedding and clothes to gently remove wine stains sans bleach.

    9. 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

    10. A grooming brush so your shedding doggo can have a shiny, tangle-free coat: it helps pull out and catch a ton of loose hairs before they fall out. 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. 🐶

    11. AirPod putty cleaners to remove gross gunk from your dirty headphones. Gently press a flexible square into your AirPod speaker, peel it off, and you'll be amazed to see all the ear wax that's been hiding on your AirPods. Sure, it's not a before-and-after photo, but the results will probably make your jaw drop.

    Blue square with lots of ear wax on it that was removed from an AirPod speaker

    12. Glossier's Boy Brow + Generation G Duo that'll come to the rescue if you need to do your makeup on the go. A brow pomade will instantly groom unruly eyebrows and a sheer matte lipstick will give your lips a just-blotted look. And both easily fit in a cosmetics bag!

    13. A sunrise simulation alarm clock you'll want to use when the days get shorter. This wake-up light gradually shifts from dark red to bright yellow, so you can stop hitting the snooze button and get out of bed. It may be 6 a.m., but at least you won't be a zombie.

    14. A bug bite suction tool because the last thing you want is a pesky mosquito bite, chigger bite, or bee sting to get in the way of your hiking or camping trip. It'll remove some of the gross insect saliva and venom, and it can easily fit in your backpack.

    15. A small dustpan set to sweep up tiny messes in your living space. Crumbs, coffee grounds, and cat litter don't stand a chance with this cleaning duo that's functional *and* doubles up as cool decor.

    16. A clip-on ring light that'll give you professional-quality lighting for photos and videos in any setting. Take amazing selfies and film well-lit Instagram Reels and TikToks with your smartphone, even if you're in a really dark room and don't have natural lighting to work with.

    17. Girl+Hair's Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse because it is the ultimate treatment for your scalp that needs a mini reset: it helps minimize dandruff, remove buildup from curly or coily hair, *and* boost volume with castor oil, organic apple cider vinegar, rice water, shea butter, and tea tree oil.

    18. A foot roller that'll get to work on your tense arches and toes after working out, running errands, or commuting to work. It has acupressure nubs that'll help alleviate aches and get your feet feeling good again.

    Reviewer's socked feed on the textured wood roller

    19. A shirt folder because putting away clothes is a time suck and results in crammed drawers. Grab this nifty board and turn your lumpy tees into almost-perfect squares every time with a few quick flips.

    20. A vaccine card holder with a protective cover, two interior slots, and a travel-friendly design. The best part? It conveniently fits in a backpack, purse, or pocket and you can easily take it out if you need to show your vaccine card.

    21. A pack of colorful claw clips to make styling hair less of a project. Create a '90s-inspired 'do that takes minimal effort and prevent loose strands from falling in front of your face.

    22. An ~eggcellent~ spoon rest so you can have a handy spot for messy cooking utensils that's not the kitchen countertop. If you're using a soup ladle or a spatula at the stove, you can easily put them down without splattering food everywhere.

    egg-shaped spoon rest with wooden spoon on top next to silver pan

    23. A set of makeup sponges for blending face makeup. It can be used with BB cream, concealer, foundation, and powder-based formulas. No more streaks, smudging, or caking if you're trying to achieve a professional-level look.

    24. Several pairs of colorful mop slippers so you can clean up spills with minimal effort *and* work on your dance moves. If the thought of doing housework is boring you so badly, slip into these slides for some fun.

    Reviewer wears yellow mop slippers on hardwood floor

    25. A gorgeous Always Pan to replace the messy stack of cookware in your kitchen: this multi-purpose gem has a vented top, a nonstick surface, a steaming basket and a wooden spoon that attaches to the handle. You can use it to boil noodles, fry eggs, and sauté meat and veggies!

    red Our Place pan on tabletop around chef and veggie plates

    26. A two-pack of stainless-steel tongue cleaners that'll top off your daily oral hygiene routine: If your tongue looks grimy and is turning a questionable color, this small tool will scrape away all the gross gunk lodged in it.

    a before and after set displaying a reviewer's tongue after using the tongue  cleaner

    27. A mini trash can for the food wrappers making a mess in your car. This small vessel fits perfectly in a cup holder and will help keep your vehicle clean, even if you're always grabbing food on the go.

    The mini trash can with geometric design sitting in the car's cup holders

    28. A nifty slicing tool so helpful for slicing cherry or grape tomatoes, olives, and raw meat. Just place whatever you want to dice in between the top and bottom part, slice in one go, and you'll be done. Yes to ~chopping~ your meal prep time in half without accidentally cutting your finger. 

    hands holding the handle on top of the white device, with cherry tomatoes held between the top and bottom parts so they can all be cut at once
    hands using the tool to slice chicken breast horizontally
    Amazon

    This tool is also dishwasher-safe, so it'll be easy to clean up after meal prep.

    Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? I love this gadget! It’s so simple. Trust me...if you cut tomatoes in half, just do it!! It’s so easy to use. You do need to pretty much fill it up; you can’t just put three or four tomatoes in. Also, don’t press too hard, just lightly rest your hand on top and use a VERY sharp knife for best results. If your knife is dull this will not work! And if you cut raw chicken breasts in half, buy two, because you can use one for that as well!! Just make sure you label it 'raw chicken' and only use it for that." —Leah

    Get it from Amazon for $12.95 (available in four colors).

    29. TikTok-famous storage scrunchies that'll hold your hair up and (gasp) hold other essentials. Each has a discreet storage compartment that'll fit cash and lip balm. You won't have to worry about losing small things while you're out and about for once.

    lip balm, pins, and other small items inside a reviewer's blue velvet scrunchie with zipper closure
    the scrunchie on reviewer's wrist

    Promising review: "LIFE-CHANGER. I don't have to bring my whole purse with me anymore. This fits so much more than expected and the colors are perfect. The blue especially is beautiful. Good quality." —Tia

    Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.99 (available in two color combinations).

    30. 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 cheese grater-like tool can help you out!

    31. A honeycomb-textured cat litter mat because your fluff ball loves to leave a trail of litter around the house that's hard to sweep up. This double-layer mat catches loose litter as they climb in and out of their box, sparing you from a lengthy (and stinky) cleaning session. 

    Promising review: "Finally, no more kitty litter on the floor. Well, hardly any. I'd say it keeps 99% of the litter off the floor, which is a huge improvement! And for those who asked about, or mentioned that cats didn't like stepping on the mat, here's proof that my cat loves it. He lays on it, sleeps on it, grooms himself on it, and launches attacks against his brother from it. No problem there. I recommend this litter box mat to anyone who, like me, hates stepping on (usually barefoot) the hard pieces of litter and constantly cleaning it up." —TX Reader - Reviewer

    Get it from Amazon for $14.49.

    32. A LifeStraw Personal Water Filter so you can enjoy clean drinking water on camping trips and avoid bringing plastic bottles. Whenever you're in the great outdoors, this tiny device captures unwanted impurities (including bacteria) and allows for easy sipping.

    model users blue LifeStraw to drink water out of stream

    33. A pair of shredding claws for brisket, chicken, and pulled pork sandwiches. They can easily grasp and shred pieces of meat (no carving knife required) for their next barbecue or picnic. They're also melt-proof, so they won't have to worry about excessive heat ruining them.

    Hands use two black shredding claws to cut up pulled pork on a white plate

    34. A pair of adjustable elastic laces to turn a pair of sneakers into comfy slip-ons that'll be so easy to take on and off. Gone are the days of you stopping in the middle of a run or walk to tie flimsy shoe laces.

    35. slide-out storage tower for that awkward corner between your stove and kitchen wall you never use. Save cabinet space and use this compact storage solution for condiments, oils, and spices. You'll appreciate having ingredients on hand while you're cooking at the stove. 

    Promising review: "This storage tower is awesome and such a space-saver. I live in a small apartment with little cabinet space, so I used this tower for my spices right in between my stove and refrigerator. It was also the easiest thing to assemble (no tools required)!" —S.J.

    Get it from Amazon for $21.10 (available in black and white).

    36. A cute AirPods case that'll safely hold your AirPods and charger case and protect them from water damage (hi rain and snow). You can even clip this ~sweet~ accessory on your backpack or purse for easy access.

    hand holds ice cream bar-shaped Air Pods case with AirPods and charging case inside of it

    37. An under-desk walking pad so you can ~work up a sweat~ while you work at a desk. Slide this piece of equipment under a standing desk and you'll get to walk a mile (or two, or three!) during virtual meetings or random Slack convos with coworkers.

    38. A multi-purpose cleaning paste that'll 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.

    39. A feminist icon bookend set to hold up your favorite novels that are always falling over. Each pair is customizable and they'll add a gorgeous touch to any book collection on a shelf, desk, or coffee table.

    block-shaped bookends with designs of feminist icons holding up stack of books

    40. And reusable stainless-steel straws that'll be a colorful upgrade from single-use plastic straws. Drink iced coffee, water, soda, and cocktails with these tiny helpers that are dishwasher-safe and come in a gorgeous iridescent shade.

    iridescent reusable straws in cocktail glasses

    The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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