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Your mom can't judge you for buying ALL of these practical, useful items. I swear.
Promising review: "This stuff works sooooo well. I have tried many other brands of pet stain remover, and this one is definitely the best. I have two indoor cats with hairball issues; they are often spitting up hairballs, or stomach acid only before or after the passing of the hairball. (Sorry for the TMI.) Of course, they only want to do this on the carpet and rugs. This stain remover effectively removes the bodily fluid, hairball, etc., with a nice, fresh minty scent and no sticky residue. I keep a bottle upstairs and downstairs so I don't have to go hunting for it during those 2 a.m. hairball vomiting sessions (because, of course, that's the only time they want to throw up)." —Heather Coburn-Schill
Get it from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in 32 oz. or one gallon and two scents).
Promising review: "I was looking for an overnight balm for my lips to keep them from looking cracked and dry and flaky. I sometimes chew on my lips so that doesn’t help. This stays moist on my lips literally all night. No exaggeration. By the time I wake up my lips are soft and beautiful after just one night." —Megan H.
Get it from Amazon for $8.97.
Promising review: "These towels are awesome for so many things. They are large and very sturdy, so they work well for household cleaning. The real benefit for me, though, is having a wipe that works for things like the grill, the oven, the dashboard of my car, muddy shoes, chairs and umbrellas that go to soccer games and practices, and lawn furniture. I frequently wipe something down, rinse the towel, and wipe again. The wipes are heavy enough to go through three to four rinses and wipes, and still hold up. The smell is mild and doesn't linger on my hands or what I've wiped down. I use these almost daily, so the 90-count canister lasts about three months and the last towel is never dried out when I get to it. The lid closes securely, yet is easy to open, and the towels dispense easily through the opening without getting bunched up. Because the canister is heavier than most, and the lid fits well, it's easy to throw one of these in the trunk or cargo area and I don't worry about it leaking. The canister (minus the lid) is recyclable when the towels are gone — an added bonus." —COMom
Get them from Amazon for $10.98+ (available in a canister of 40 or 90).
Promising review: "My husband bought me these on Amazon and I am SO pleased with them! I truly wish I had purchased them years ago. They are, as stated, non-stick, easy to clean, and durable. I use them probably four to five times a week, at least, and they have held up well for about four months now. I would recommend this brand for the price, for sure, and would likely purchase again if these ever wore out!" —J & K Smith
Learn more about the Artisan Silicone Baking Mat here.
Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.62.
My fair skin is prone to getting sunburnt (yes, I use sunscreen daily) and dehydrated in the hot summer heat, so I'm always open to trying new things to keep it feeling healthy. I gave this Jelly Pop Water Gel Moisturizer a shot and BOY was I pleased! It smells like freshly cut watermelon, has a water-like consistency I've never experienced before, and doesn't leave my face feeling sticky or oily. It's simply fantastic. I know it's mainly for your face, but I also used it on my arms and chest after a beach day and felt so refreshed after. Love, love, love.
Get it from e.l.f cosmetics for $8.
Promising review: "I feel fortunate to have found the 'powers' of OxiClean products in the late 1980s. It was advertised on a TV infomercial and I was lured in by the promises of what it could do for carpets. I am hooked to this day by its results. Believe it or not, I recall the morning I first tried it. I ran upstairs and woke up my husband with excitement. We had tried most every carpet cleaner on the market with no luck. It was amazing, cleaning stains that were in the carpet when we bought the home a year before. I haven't had the need to try any other in almost 30 years now." —Lady in Midlo
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
Promising review: "Oh...my...soul. This product is a miracle. I have VERY blister-prone feet, and it is so difficult for me to find shoes that don't rub me raw (I'm talking every kind of shoe — flats, sandals, heels, tennis shoes, etc.). I bought new water shoes that were supposed to be amazing for your feet, and they felt great when I tried them on, but the first time I wore them I had a blister on my heel within 30 minutes. (And I wasn't even in the water! Just walking around the house.) I went online and bought this product that night. Let me tell you, the next time I wore those water shoes with this product...NO blisters, AT ALL. Not even a sore spot!! I am in awe. I've now tried this product with several other shoes that used to rub me as well, and same thing! This is my new best friend. Thank you, SportShield!" —Matthew Leonard
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+.
Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely AMAZING. My wife and I were getting tired of looking at our worn-out cabinets and wood paneling and were very close to paying a professional thousands of dollars to refinish it all, but then we came across this product. Our paneling and cabinets were looking rough. We have two dogs that jumped up and scratched places, we also had an area that was damaged by water spots where our dog bowls were, and several other areas that were just worn from heavy traffic. 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 it from Amazon for $8.48+ (available in 8 oz, 16 oz, and in packs of four or six).
Promising review: "I LOVE these mini grips! Such a clever design. These are perfect for lining the inner part of my work shoe that used to dig into my upper lateral foot. The adhesive on these is very strong — I am on my feet all day and these grips have not budged! I was so pleased with these that I bought three more packs for all of my work shoes. Highly highly recommend!!!" —Frances25
Get two pairs from Amazon for $6.99.
Promising review: "I am very fair skinned so I have tried many self tanners but this one takes the cake! I have found my go-to self-tanner for life. The lotion is white, no scent (score!), dries within a few minutes, within eight hours a beautiful natural looking tan appears. Make sure to follow the directions on the bottle, as with any self-tanner — exfoliate and shave before, moisturize dry areas on your body, apply evenly, and wash hands after application for best results. So happy I bought this!" —AmbRiz
Get it from Free People for $36.
Promising review: "I'm sure if I knew more about science and chemistry, I'd understand how this stuff works — but since I don't, I'll just assume that it is MAGIC. If you care at all about your carpet, you need to have a bottle of this on standby. Over the years, we've used it to make numerous wine and red juice stains vanish before our eyes. The effect reminds me of the novelty shop disappearing ink gag from when I was a kid.
Seriously, if you've never seen Wine Away in action, it's worth spilling a little Cabernet on your carpet just so you can see it vanish after a few spritzes. I honestly wouldn't believe how quickly this stuff works had I not seen it countless times with my own eyes." —DarthClem
Get it from Amazon for $7.94+ (available in packs of 1–3).
A single pack comes with 100 blotting sheets.
Promising review: "I have been searching for something as effective as this for a long time now. I have extremely oily skin. I live in the Caribbean and whether I wear foundation or not, very early in the day my face is covered in oil. Mostly over my T-zone is where I get shiny and oily. So I tried this and it is excellent. It picks up the oil quickly leaving my face naturally matte-like for hours. I am well pleased with the light weight of the sheets, the pack fits perfectly in my purse or jeans pockets. Anyone will oily skin will find this as a must have." —Melisa
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $39.95.
I'm obsessed with Love Beauty and Planet, so it was a natural fit that I try out some of their new home products. I was not disappointed! They clean my counters well and smell FANTASTIC. Grab yourself a tub and give it a go in your new home.
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $15.96.
I'm a big Winky Lux fan — mainly because their balms help me look like I've done THE MOST with my lips with the least amount of effort. This rainbow tinted balm is no different. The red and orange stripe are tinted while the blue is pH activated. I keep one of these in my bag at all times for a quick lip refresh I know I can count on. IMHO, one can never have too many of these tubes.
Get it from Winky Lux for $18.
Promising review: "The photos speak for themselves. When we bought our home there was no water softener and years of iron buildup. We tried so many things on our shower. Nothing worked. We were convinced we’d be stuck until we renovated the bathroom. The Iron Out worked wonders. I still can’t believe it. We had to let it sit for about an hour. It then dissolved and wiped right off. Definitely use in a ventilated area if possible." —M. Gilardi
Get it from Amazon for $5.48.
The under-eye mask also helps reduce wrinkles, dark cycles, and puffiness around eyes. It's a must-have for a spa night at home with your girls — everyone will love the fabulous feeling these golden masks provide.
Promising review: "First, my husband made fun of me for wearing the mask while I was doing bedtime routine with my baby, but after I removed them he was like, 'Wow, you look younger.' You can definitely see an immediate effect, I still have to experience the long term effects, but either way it totally worth it to try and it costs next to nothing comparing to brand-named similar products." —seattle745
Get it from Amazon for $17.97 (one set includes 15 pairs).
This face wash from Youth to the People has taken everyone's obsession with leafy greens to the next level. This superfood cleanser includes kale, green tea, and spinach vitamins that'll give your skin a seriously healthy boost. This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and sulfate-free.
Promising review: "I had been in the market for a new face wash for quite some time, and then I found this. I got it as a sample from a Sephora purchase and immediately fell in love with it! I have SUPER sensitive acne-prone skin. This face wash is very gentle yet does a great job at taking my makeup off. It doesn't leave my face feeling dry and tight after using it and my skin has cleared up a ton ever since I started using it. It smells really nice also. I like to use half a pump and massage it into my skin to get my makeup off, then take another half a pump and wash again using my silicone brush. It's been doing wonders for me. Going to continue purchasing it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $69.10.
This plant-based cleaner will remove streaks, smudges, and fingerprints from all stainless steel surfaces — sounds very therapeutic to me!
Promising review: "THIS Therapy Premium Stainless Steel Cleaner is AMAZING. New dishwasher and and a hungry dog are NOT compatible! Our small dog, 12 pounds, had a habit of stretching up her front paws and scratching her nails on the dishwasher while her food was prepared. Not even days had gone by and the new dishwasher had little thin claw scratches all down the front. I had stopped her by placing a footstool to block her, but other family members had not, despite my instructions. I tried several cleaners and had resigned to having a scratched appliance. But ONE try with the Therapy cleaner — yes, a *miracle*. The scratches cannot be seen at all — polished right out of sight. The dishwasher looks even better than when fresh out of the box — it is gleaming. I eagerly shared the success with my kitchen remodeler, who installs many appliances, and I hope others can restore their stainless products. Try it!" —L. Peterson
Get it from Amazon for $16.97.
Billie is a fantastic subscription service that let's you choose how often you need your razor refills then delivers them right to your doorstep. I recently tried my first Billie razor and, OMG, my legs have never been smoother. My coworker Rachel Dunkel is also a BIG fan of Billie razors and their other products. Here's what she had to say:
"For the last five years or so, I haven't cared that much about shaving. I'd let my legs and pits grow into a (beautiful!) forest, but whenever I craved a nice, smooth shave and picked up a razor from the drugstore, I'd end up disappointed. Even with more expensive razor brands, I'd still be prickly and end up regretting ever shaving in the first place. I have never, ever had that problem with Billie. Ever since trying their razors and shave cream, I've actually *wanted* to keep up with shaving. You get a ridiculously smooth result on the first go, even if your hair is super grown out. But most importantly, it STAYS that way for way longer than with other brands. With Billie, it actually feels worth the time and money to shave, something that I could never say about any other razor."
Check out our full review on the Billie razor subscription here.
Get it from Billie for $9+ (available in five colors).
This product has changed my cleaning process FOREVER. Run, don't walk, to order this.
Promising review: "My wife told me we had to really clean what appeared to be a clean tub. We moved into a house where the previous home owners were not the best cleaners. She had me get this product based on reviews. My one complaint is the label needs to be bigger. OH YUK is not enough. OH YUK YOU MIGHT BARF might be better. I think someone had a bowel movement in my bath tub plumbing and this is the only product that takes it out. It appears we have seven years of crud in the pipes. The feces colored film that this products gets out of your pipes will make you a believer. The first use it released so much toot film that we felt like we needed to have another round of cleaning. After losing a bet I had to stick my hand in the water to drain it. Wiping off all the released film we filled the tub again. Just turning the jets the water seemed to be clear. However before I was going to ever get into this thing I wanted to do a second round of YUK treatment. Once again in full force it appeared that someone had the squirts in tub as sludge came flowing out of the pipes. We're going to have to run this a few times before we use the tub. Remember those pink tablets that you use to get in grade school to show you all the plaque that was on your teeth..... The product is like that for you tub." —Paul Southwick
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
Promising review: "These are really a lifesaver. I bought the most adorable pumps that became incredibly painful and cut into my heels after about an hour. I thought I couldn't wear them again, and these were my last hope. I put them in and what a difference!!! They have some padding — which I definitely needed — but not so much that they make the shoes too small. They are nice and large so they wrap all the way around the heel. They can also be trimmed as needed. The adhesive is really strong, so it is a good idea to expose just a little bit to get them into place. The leather is very soft and doesn't snag anything. I love these things!!" —G.G.
Get five pairs from Amazon for $10.55 (also available in a pack of 10).
Promising review: "I am absolutely in love with this product. I tell everyone that this is my favorite beauty product. I am 20 years old and conscious about keeping my skin in good shape for as long as possible. As we all know, sun is one of the most damaging aspects to the skin. Wearing a face sunscreen every day is so so important. I will never use anything but this product. It goes on perfectly. Your skin feels like butter with it on. I go in the sun pretty often and usually get burnt but haven't once with this product. Not only is the protection great but it's an all-natural product and isn't filled with toxins making it safe to use every day. I absolutely love this!!" —j torres
Get it from Amazon for $36 (available scented or unscented).
This product has actually changed my life — no exaggeration. I used it in Florida during a 95 degree heat wave and experienced NO pain or discomfort. This truly works — I can finally wear dresses in the summer without shorts under them!
Get it from Walmart for $5.
Promising review: "Acure has now become my go-to brand. I love their values and the safe products they make. This scrub is my new favorite during shower time. The first time I used it I fell in love. You may look like a slightly funky sea monster when you put this on due to natural ingredients but holy cow my skin was so soft and smooth afterward. It was so gentle and the results were outstanding. A little goes a long way so use sparingly and enjoy the results! I also finish my routine with Acure's toner and night moisturizer." —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three varieties).
Promising review: "I don't write reviews often, but I wanted to for Bottle Bright. One of my favorite S'well Bottles was left with some leftover water/Emergen-C and I forgot to wash it out. It grew mold and was super gross. I tried a multitude of cleaning products to get rid of it — vinegar, brushes, - NO DICE. Then, I used this product thinking why not give it a shot, and sure enough! As my husband said, what sorcery is this!?!? It was amazing. Now my bottle is back in action :) Thank you!!" —Penny Burke
Learn more about Bottle Bright cleaning tablets here.
Get 12 tablets for $8+ (also available in packs of 45).
Promising review: "This is my first time trying dip powder. I really just went for the cheapest, to be honest. I love it!! Any flaws are my lack of experience, not issues with the powder. I did follow a YouTube video which included dusting between coats. I can't believe how well they held up!! I do dishes and all those fun things. I have a 1-year-old and dogs, and work full time so I don't sit around babying my hands. This is my new thing!" —samantha
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
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