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    32 Affordable Things That Basically Pay For Themselves After The First Use

    Including beauty, cleaning, and kitchen solutions.

    1. A jewelry cleaning stick to transform your tarnished accessories and make them sparkle once again all before your very eyes — and without the hefty cleaning fee.

    A reviewer showing a foggy, dull green ring at first, then the ring looking clear and brighter after

    2. An eco-friendly oven scrub created so you can actually watch your mains and sides come to life. Because eyes are the window to the soul, and oven doors are the window to your bubbling mac 'n' cheese...that you can *finally* see thanks to a blend of plant- and mineral-derived cleaning agents that cut through burned-on goop.

    3. The one and only Fanola purple shampoo to tone and neutralize yellow hues safely with purple pigment. The result? Icy blonde tresses that a) didn't cost you $100+ for a salon treatment and b) look like they belong on a hairspo Pinterest board.

    4. A pack of twisty cable savers invented to extend the life of the wires that juice up your most-used devices. No peeling, breaking, or splitting here!

    A computer and phone charger showing the twisty cable savers around the wire

    5. A bottle of Bio Oil to gently treat uneven complexions — along with a myriad of other skin concerns. It's so effective, more than 100,000 people love it. It's also noncomedogenic, which means it won't clog pores and — *jumps for joy* — can be used on the face to eradicate acne scars, too.

    Reviewer showing their face before and after using Bio Oil with their dark spots completely faded

    6. Charcoal shoe deodorizers so you don't have to break up with your favorite, albeit stinky, kicks. Instead, plonk one of these in there to eliminate the funk that wafts with your every step.

    The gray charcoal packets inside several pairs of shoes

    7. The TikTok-famous cleaning putty, which will effectively collect dirt, debris, and dust that lurks deep beneath your keyboard's surface. This stuff will save your devices from the grave *and* take your car cleaning skills to an entirely new and exciting level.

    8. LABeautyologist no-drip cleansing cuffs that you'll look at and think how on earth did I ever live without you?! Their ability to protect clothes and arms from getting all sudsy and soaked during your 10-step routine is enough to leave you short of breath.

    model using the pink cuff with soapy water being captured by the cuff

    9. A compact cold brew maker awarded 5 stars by over 40,000 reviewers since it makes amazing tasting coffee *and* prevents you from shelling out $6 a day on an iced cup of joe.

    10. Howard Products wood polisher to wipe away years of water rings, scratches, and scuffs from surfaces you thought were beyond repair. This stuff tackles tough stains and acts as a conditioner to reveal a brighter grain and texture on your beloved furniture and floors.

    Reviewer image of stained wood without use of polish and clean wood with use of polish

    11. A MakeUp Eraser cloth that's reusable, machine washable, and puts an end to the use of wasteful wipes. And! It couldn't be simpler to swipe off foundation and lippie — all you need is this magic wipe and *water*.

    BuzzFeed employee showing how well the towel removes a full face of makeup

    12. A disgustingly satisfying set of Sticky Stake insect traps to make pesky gnats, thrips, and fruit flies think twice about coming anywhere near your precious plant babies.

    13. A set of Wad-Free pads invented to make sheet-washing day less costly. If you've ever pulled out a tangled mess of bedcovers clumped together with other (sopping) items, you're going to want to listen up: These time-savers clip onto the ends of sheets to ensure everything *stays separate* so you don't have to do multiple drying cycles.

    the wad free pads attached to a bed sheet

    14. A Bluapple freshness saver dubbed as the miracle for keeping produce as fresh as the day you bought it. This snazzy technology absorbs the ethylene gas produced by fruits and veggies, which slows down the ripening process. Thus, less food *and* cash waste!

    15. Some collapsible silicone straws because might we be right in thinking that you prefer your straws to be sustainable, sturdy, and not of the disintegrates-in-your-iced-coffee variety?

    The colorful straws being used in smoothies, milk, and iced tea

    16. A pup-approved ScratchPad worth the investment to save on ongoing trips to the groomers *and* the unpleasant task of chasing your pooch around with clippers. Now, correct me if I'm wrong but I think that's what they call a win-win!

    17. A waterproof phone pouch ideal for anyone who lives by the mantra "pics, or it didn't happen." This'll provide you with some built-in reassurance the next time you need to take that Instaworthy shot while hiking through a creek, splashing around a waterpark, or snorkeling with turtles.

    18. A lil' makeup Spatty if you're someone like me who absolutely insists on getting every single last drop of product from the bottle, but can't quite reach in there to do so. This is a lot more cost and time effective than having to run out to Sephora to splurge on a new foundation.

    19. Reusable duster pads made of fluffy, washable fleece fabric to collect dust bunnies and other allergy-causing particles. So long, wasteful, disposable dusties, these bbs do a *much* faster job — faster than you could sneeze and exclaim "bless you!" to thin air, in fact...

    the colorful dusters

    20. A blister balm stick for when you realize you forgot to break in those boots before a hike. Rub some of this on and keep it on hand so you can climb to the tippy top of that hill with confidence *and* comfort all day long.

    A model using the deodorant-like balm to apply to their feet

    21. Silicone baking liners made without the need to grease the pan or spritz any cooking oil. And? Since these are nonstick, you don't have to spend time nibbling every little last bit of muffin from the wrapper...and eventually end up with bits of wax paper in your mouth...(anyone else? No? Just me? OK, I'll see myself out).

    A reviewer showing muffins removed from the silicone cups

    22. A cleansing Ecotools makeup brush cleaner for when you forget what color your applicator's bristles are supposed to be (hint: they're not orange!).

    A reviewer showing makeup brushes with powder and blush on it at first, then the brushes looking cleaner after

    23. A Kitsch satin pillowcase to get a handle on humidity-induced frizz as you catch your beauty rest — this'll keep your precious tresses tangle-free for a lot less than a salon treatment.

    A model putting their head on a pillow with the leopard print satin pillowcase over it

    24. A suction shower hook — aka the little gizmo that'll halt the need to continuously buy replacement razor heads. Just plop this up to keep your shaver off of tub surfaces and free from premature rusting.

    Round suction cup hooks stuck to a wall and holding up a razor and loofah

    25. A water flosser because if you hate flossing — or just avoid it altogether — this tool actually makes it kinda fun. You'll be amazed at just how much plaque gets dislodged from your teeth after one quick blast of water (not to mention the $$$ you'll save on dentist bills down the line).

    Water flosser in hand. The flosser has a handle with a narrow tip and a wire connecting it to a water reservoir

    26. Blue light-blocking glasses reviewers mention prevent headaches and eye strain from looking at screens — as well as the need to continuously spend your paycheck on eyedrops and headache meds.

    27. Aztec Secret Healing Clay Mask to show breakouts and cystic acne who's boss. This cult-fave treatment definitely gets you bang for your buck (see uses below), so your skin and mind can rest easy knowing that this ~sucker~ cleared your pores without making a severe dent in your savings.

    Reviewer before and after with less severe acne

    28. A silicone toe cap designed to shield ingrown toenails, corns, and blisters as they heal. Coughing up a little cash now is probably the most sensible way to avoid any major problems in the future.

    A reviewer showing the nude toe cap over their big toe

    29. A shoe-cleaning kit to maintain that fresh-outta-the-box feel for all your sneakers. This'll fully remove dirt, scuffs, and stains, so you can resist the urge to spend another $100+ on a new pair.

    Reviewer's before-and-after of dirty black sneaker with ruined white soles and then totally clean sneakers with perfectly white soles

    30. A pair of aerating wineglasses so clever, they'll make that cheap bottle of red actually taste like its fresh from the vineyard.

    Aerating wine glass cup with a mini cup with holes inside

    31. Clean Ball, the ingenious gizmo made to pick up all of the microscopic debris at the bottom of your purse. Inside the honeycomb ball is a smaller, sticky ball that picks up dirt, crumbs, scraps, and other what-have-yous, then washes clean, so you can reuse it!

    a pink sequin bag open to show the pink ball
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These are THE BEST. they collect so much dirt and dust from my tote bag and keep everything clean. Super small and easy to clean as well!!" –SueMagoo29

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two colors).

    32. faucet splash catcher that fits around the base of your sink's faucet and absorbs all of the splashes and leaks that spout out. No more going through hundreds of paper towels after a lengthy dishwashing session!

    Closeup photo of sink drip guard in navy blue
    Red drip catcher placed around kitchen sink's faucet
    Two Lilacs Studio/Etsy

    Hustle Sew Shop is a small business based in Saint Helens, Oregon that hand-makes goods like face masks, scrunchies, and home products. This faucet splash catcher is machine washable, which is one of the many reasons it's so popular. 

    Promising review: "LOVE these splash catchers! They save me from having to chase the puddles that form around the base of our faucet before they start creeping over the counter. So reasonably priced, made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care." —Alina

    Get it from Hustle Sew Shop on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and 10 colors).

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