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Promising review: "This may be the best thing I have ever bought off of Amazon. And I buy quite a bit. This was something I needed and didn't even know it! Long story short, the tub in my kids' bathroom was atrocious, due to spotty cleaning and hard water. I bought this with a heavy dose of skepticism, even though the reviews were mighty impressive. On the back of the bottle it says that you may need several daily applications before your tub is clean, and then you can switch to weekly application. I'm on day three, and let me say, even if this stuff worked no further, I AM BLOWN AWAY. The shower looks close to new. A couple more days, and I'll be able to switch to weekly! I won't post pictures because I'm embarrassed of how bad it looked before. But seriously, I am SO happy to have discovered this product, and I plan to keep on using it." —Tee
Get it from Amazon for $16.89.
Promising review: "The reviews don't lie!!! My friend recommended this product to me to help with my acne and picking. I was skeptical at first, but I have been using this product the last two weeks and the results are amazing!! Open comodones will drain very quickly and you can see white on the patch. Closed comedones may take a couple patches, but it does work on them too!! These patches also helped remove any temptation from touching and picking which helped my healing so much! I will be buying these on subscription because of how much I love this product! Changed my skincare routine completely, way more than all the expensive serums I have tried because it treats the acne, it is see-through so no one ever asks what's on my face, and it prevents skin touching and picking. If you're still contemplating, just buy it!" —VS
Get 40 patches from Amazon for $8.49. Or get eight larger, square patches, also $8.49.
Promising review: "OK, I’ve used those five-finger exfoliating gloves and they’re too rough on my skin. I’ve been searching for something to help take the dead skin off for ages because every time I lotion up after showering, no matter what kind of body scrub or loofah I use, I always get gross skin. This thing did what it promises!! I was so skeptical but the tub photos are proof. I feel so soft and fresh and my skin doesn’t feel raw either. I’m a fan." —Elizabeth
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in packs of 1 or 2).
Promising review: "I was skeptical that this thing would actually work, but it’s flipping awesome. The socks really do stay on in the wash. I have a 2-year-old and her socks are super tiny, so I’ll add hers in to one of the sections with mine and it holds both pairs just fine. Pairing socks is no longer a dreaded part of laundry day." —BallroomPadawan
Get it from Amazon for $16 (available in five colors).
This heats up to 400° Fahrenheit, has dual voltage, which means you can use it internationally, uses tourmaline ceramic technology for maximum shine and minimum frizz, and even has an auto-shutoff feature.
Promising review: "I'm always skeptical on new hair tools, as I've been burned many times (pun intended). However, I kept seeing posts about how great this tool is, so I bought it. I love it! My hair is to my waist and very thick and naturally curly, and it worked very well. It took me about 15 minutes to waive all my hair. The tool is light and has a comfortable grip. I use the highest heat setting and hold it on my hair for five seconds on each portion of the section of hair I'm working on. The waves can hold for days. The one trick is finding out how to style it the way you want, for the look you want. A great tip I learned is to flip the tool each time you use it on a section to alternate the way the waves face, it makes the waves look more natural! I highly recommend." —Ana V
Get it from Amazon for $28.91+ (available in two colors).
Promising review: "I just bought my first house and because of COVID I have not had the funds I wanted to fix it up. This was cheap and the backsplash in my new kitchen was an eyesore. I wasn't expecting much because of the price and I am absolutely stunned. My kitchen looks so much better! It was easy to use, no odor, and quick! I did two coats because the color was dark brown. Some places I did more but I didn't mind doing it because it was actually really satisfying. Definitely recommend this product!" —Kim
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
Promising review: "One of my favorite YouTubers recommended this face wash so I got it to try...and it’s AMAZING! I wasn’t sure what to expect because it looks like gel but when you rub it on your face — your gross, old dead skin peels away and makes your skin feel like butter. I was shocked!! I did it three times in a row and my face feels brand new. It’s shockingly effective with no rough abrasive feel (super-sensitive skin here). Highly recommend this face wash!" —Brittany Johnston
Get it from Amazon for $9.97.
To learn why a BuzzFeeder recommends this Bliss face wash, check out "7 Amazing Beauty Products I Basically Can't Live Without."
Promising review: "I was skeptical about these pants and the quality because of the low price. I’m so very happy I was wrong! They are so comfortable, the fabric is so soft and not too thick so as to be too warm to wear inside. They look so good I’d wear them out running errands. Love that they are loose but not too baggy and I just live me a drawstring waist! Bought two more pair and picking them up tomorrow!" —Kimberly P
Get them from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in women's sizes S–3X and dozens of colors).
Promising review: "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 pack of six tablets from Amazon for $5.99.
Promising review: "I was in need of a washing machine cleaner because ours was starting to smell like crazy and a friend recommended these. I was really skeptical to try it because I wasn’t sure how well it would actually do; however, after trying them I have definitely been proven wrong. I did see debris that had been extracted from the clean, which definitely was gross knowing. It wasn’t a ton but there was definitely stuff. The scent wasn’t bad actually. Honestly it was better than the smell coming from the washer before. Overall I think it worked great. Definitely will start using them more to keep the washer clean." —Rocknerd
Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in packs of three, five, and six).
Promising review: "I’ve had this pillow for about a week now. I was skeptical at first buying a $50 pillow but I woke up every morning with horrible neck and shoulder blade pain so I convinced myself to buy the pillow because it was cheaper than buying a new mattress. This is the best thing I’ve ever bought! I sleep all night and wake up in the same position I fell asleep in. I have no pain! It’s comfortable and I’m a side/back sleeper. I highly recommend this pillow. It does have a slight chemical smell but I only noticed it for a couple days. BUY IT!!" —BRITTNI Murphy
Get it from Amazon for $52.99.
Promising review: "These pens really work. I was skeptical before buying them, but then saw a difference after just one use. The best part is they even whitened the stubborn coffee stains I had between my teeth. I’ll keep using them. They are super easy to use and have no taste that I could discern. Really good product." —LCassie
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
Promising review: "Honestly, I really didn't think this product was going to do a great job, but wow! It actually got the wrinkles out. The particular top [I used it on] gets so easily wrinkled, and with the type of material, ironing gets tricky because it will iron in more creases if you're not careful. This little thing got all the creases out in less than seven minutes! So this is great for getting wrinkles out of an outfit quickly, but no more than two pieces of clothing. I think after two pieces of clothing you would have to refill, but this steamer is really small so that is expected. I'm super happy with this steamer! Much easier than taking out an iron and ironing board." —Andrene Newman
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
Simply fill with water, pop it in the freezer, remove, and then pour in your coffee to chill and then into your cup. This dishwasher-safe container can also be used to cool chill tea, juice, wine, or whatever else you feel like drinking. No water comes into contact with your beverage, so you don't have to worry about dilution, either.
Promising review: "I am an avid (i.e., daily) iced coffee drinker, but I have been extremely hesitant to make my own iced coffee at home because I didn’t want the bitter flavor from two-day-old coffee or the watered-down nature of just adding ice to coffee. Thanks to the HyperChiller, I have now found a solution!!! The HyperChiller worked like a CHARM today!!! I was able to create my own iced coffee directly from my coffee maker in the comfort of my own home. I guarantee this item will be used frequently! Great job!" —Chelsea
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four colors).
Promising review: "I'm always skeptical of products that claim to 'glide through,' but this brush actually works! I have very thick, kinky-coily hair and this brush passes through my hair easily both wet and dry. I'd recommend this product to anyone looking for a good detangling brush and yes, I'm leaving my Denman brush for this one." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.88.
Promising review: "I LOVE this!!! I ordered it mainly for the top because I was a little skeptical of the bottoms, the way they were cut and whatnot, because I am curvy, and the model is not LOL. But when I put them on, they looked great and felt great! I've also worn the top with pants and made an outfit!" —Shana McDaniel
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in sizes XXS–XXL and 39 colors).
Wad-Free is a small biz that was launched during the pandemic. Cyndi, the founder, learned CAD (computer-aided design) to create the pads. And 5% of profits are donated to the American Brain Tumor Association.
Promising review: "Wow!!! You wonder if things like this really work and well, I can absolutely confirm it does! First, I was impressed that the package came with two of the devices because I was only expecting one. So there was one for the fitted sheet, and [one for] the flat sheet. Finally, I tried it out, and my sheets not only did NOT wad up, they came out of the dryer feeling fresher, feeling more dry, and unwrinkled! I will be buying a set of these for each of my immediate family members and close friends! What a great gift!!!" —katy
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
I have this absolute gem of a product — as well as the Refy pomade and pencil — and THIS...this does the job of three tools and comes in one sleek tube. I definitely need some assistance when it comes to sculpting my brows, and because my caterpillars are a little longer in length they tend to droop very easily — even after slicking them back with some brow gel. But this is the only product I've used that actually keeps them in place. Now, I don't by any means have thick, model-esque brows so the laminated effect of shaping them upwards doesn't really work for me, however, in terms of just keeping strays from moving around this does *the* trick. (Oh! And don't let the white color of the product put you off — as you work it through your hairs it actually turns into a translucent wax.)
Promising review: "I didn’t have the highest hopes for this but I was pleasantly surprised when I tried it. This is the only brow product that’s able to actually keep my brows up. I’ve tried products from Patrick Ta, Anastasia, Benefit, and Nyx, and this has been the only one to work for me. You for sure have to play around with it to see how much product you should use on your brows." —Sephora Customer
Get it from Sephora for $24.
Each pack comes with four bands that can stretch from 12 to 18 inches and hold adequate tension.
Promising review: "Got a problem with your fitted sheets coming off at the corners? Buy one of these — the sheet will never come off again. I was skeptical this sounded like one of those 'seen on TV' deals. The price is low and the sheet popping off all the time irritated the daylights out of me, so I decided to take a leap. All I can say is that these things do exactly what they advertise. I have a SuperKing-sized bed, big memory foam mattress, and since I put these on, the fitted sheets stay in place. No mess, no fuss — works great." —Noctaire
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $12.99+ (originally $17.99, available in five colors and four pack sizes).
You'll get a bottle of their shoe-cleaning formula and a scrubbing brush.
Promising review: "Works great! I was hesitant to use this on my wife's white Nikes so I started with a pair of mine that are solid black and they looked brand-new. The liquid is the pink in the pictures, so I was worried it would stain her white shoes. Luckily this is not the case, not only did it not stain them but they look great. I also did a pair of her camo Nikes that turned out great as well. I would say that the black and camo ones I did turned out better, they look as good as new. Overall, love this product, works great and only takes a very small amount per pair so this will last for a long time." —Josh & Esther
Get it from Amazon for $18.97+ (available in two sizes).
This has a powerful UV light to eliminate bacteria, a strong suction design to trap dust and mites, and a hot-air outlet to...take care of...dust mites.
Promising review: "I was very skeptical of this device, but was so impressed by the videos that I saw, I ordered one. It proved to work just as advertised. I did my bedding first. I was amazed what came off my quilts and sheets. Then I did my two loveseat recliners in my family room. Again, I was surprised. I thought I had a clean house and boy was I surprised in places." —Billy Dalby
Get it from Amazon for $109.99.
BuzzFeed writer Stephanie Hope loves this style and tells us: "I own a ridiculous number of removable collars from this business. They all work so beautifully at elevating my looks, even if it's just a plain T-shirt. The store is constantly adding new items, and always taking customer suggestions to heart. I didn't think I'd actually like them, because I typically just like layering my own clothes, but this is such a game changer! It keeps my sweaters from looking too bulky while still having such a cute flair to my looks."
Magnus Clothing Company is a woman-owned small business that sells amazing, unique removable collars for all kinds of occasions.
Promising review: "Just in love with this collar! I was worried about the fit but it fits perfect and looks amazing under so many different shirts!" —Aishling O.
Get it from Magnus Clothing Company for $25 (available in two colors).
This flat iron straightens has eight heat balance micro-sensors in its plates to make sure the heat is distributed evenly so you don't fry your hair. The heat ranges from 145 to 450 degrees so you can control the temperature, unlike other flat irons that heat up to one temperature with no adjustment capabilities. It'll also come with a style guide, a one-year warranty, and a bonus travel-size argan oil leave-in hair treatment.
Promising review: "I purchased this flat iron simply based on reviews and I am soooo glad I did! I was skeptical about the size since my hair is so thick, but I can literally do ONE pass and I’m done! My hair always comes out silky straight and flawless! It's most def worth the purchase!" —Ariel Woods
Get it from Amazon for $46.95.
Promising review: "I was skeptical about the support something so minimal would provide. Well was I surprised. I have arthritis in both knees and working out at the gym left my knees aching to the point it kept me awake at night. I tried other knee braces but they were bulky and would slip. So I gave these a try. They worked like a charm. I no longer have to slow down because my knees are hurting. And I no longer wake up in the middle of the night. Best things I ever bought." —Dawn C.
Get a set of two from Amazon for $13.88 (available in four colors).
Promising Review: "I was skeptical about these cases because of the cheap price but it turns out they work wonderfully. You should never sleep on cotton pillow cases as it ruins your hair causing breakage and split ends. These cases are gentle on your hair and skin not to mention cooling as well. I will definitely buy more. This is my second purchase of these wonderful cases and I will definitely buy more." —Arleen L. Peterson
Get them from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in four sizes and 14 colors).
Promising review: "I really wish I would have taken 'before' pics. My hairdresser told me about this stuff and said, 'It works so good I had to stop using it every night.' I thought to myself, 'Oh yeah, lashes too long, no such thing,' but I'm on my second tube and I'm going to start using every other night. My lashes are so long, and it's like I have a double row of lashes. My bottom lashes are thicker too. I rarely write reviews but wanted to share because it really really works." —Asc
Get a three-month supply from Amazon for $65.
This stuff is cruelty free and contains nontoxic plant fibers and beeswax so it's safe to use on your skin.
Promising review: "This product is AMAZING! If you have thinning hair or graying hair, this powder is a must-have. It even creates a bit of volume to my very thin hair. I've purchased many different hair products to conceal my thinning hair, most are ineffective, messy, or leave my hair feeling greasy. This is super easy to use; I even use it for my sparse eyebrows: I simply use a soft, small lip liner brush to fill in my brows for a natural look. I also love that it lasts till your next shampoo. At first I didn't like the built-in sponge, but I've grown to really like it. The powder sticks to the sponge, making it easy to apply to whatever area you want to cover up, and the powder doesn't come off on pillows if you leave it on overnight." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.54 (available in 12 shades).
Promising review: "Saw a huge visible improvement in my parsley, basil, and a couple bigger leafy plants. Honestly didn't expect these fertilizer sticks to do much but wanted to try a cheap option before buying expensive liquid fertilizer. Now I think I'll just keep using these!" —Rebecca
Get it from Amazon for $2.78 (for a pack of 24 spikes).
These are biodegradable and odor-free.
Promising review: "I seriously can't believe how well these little tablets work. I had the most disgusting Hydro Flask coffee mug — I tried everything. A bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, EVERYTHING, and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. 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. No weird smell or taste afterward, either. I liked it so much I used it on another Hydro Flask I use primarily to hold my Bloody Mary mix in the fridge. I couldn't put anything else in it because it would always taste like spicy tomato juice. Bottle Bright to the rescue! No residual smell or taste anymore. AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING." —Amazon Customer
Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $8 (also available in packs of 36 and 78).
Promising review: "Honestly I was very skeptical when I first purchased. Everyone on social media was talking about how amazing this product was for cleaning around the house and I just thought they were all jumping on some kind of bandwagon. Of course I caved and had to try it for myself. Needless to say I’m very impressed! It removed stubborn mold and grime from my shower tile grout with the use of a hard-bristle toothbrush. It removed hard water stains from my sinks and faucets. I noticed it really does remove mineral buildup, but it takes a lot of elbow grease and repetitive applications before you start seeing progress. It works amazing so far! No overpowering smell (barely any smell at all), easy to use, and a little product goes a long way. I haven’t tried it on rust yet so we’ll see how that goes. Overall very pleased and impressed so far. Highly recommend!" —Marissa
Get it from Amazon for $6.88.
Promising review: "I was pretty skeptical when I saw this. Nothing, and I mean NOTHING helps my bug bites. I get huge welts when I get bit. I've put on bug spray, too, but they always find a way...and I've tried every remedy from all manners of over-the-counter topical creams, oral Benedryl, banana peels, hand sanitizer, witch hazel, heated spoon, making an X with my nail. I ordered this as a last resort. It made sense. I went to an outdoor studio and got a bunch of large bites on my legs. I came home and immediately grabbed this and went to work on each and every one. There were 10 in total. NOT ONE MORE ITCH. It worked! Who'd have thought?" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "For anyone who might be skeptic, please allow me to put you at ease. If you have hyperhidrosis, meaning it can be 9 degrees outside and you're still sweating under your arms, this product has the potential to change your life. I would sweat THROUGH a sport coat before noon. Enter the SweatBlock product. I've had it for three weeks and it is life changing. I DO NOT sweat under my arms anymore. I'm still on the original box that I bought three weeks ago. I had to write a review after I was cleaning the garage today in 85 degree heat...I was sweating through my shirt on my back...BUT NOT MY UNDERARMS. It is amazing!" —Frosty McGee
Get an 10-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (each box lasts two months)
Promising review: This is a MUST-HAVE household product! Of course I was skeptical but for the price and based on the reviews, I had to try it! So, my daughter decided she wanted to paint her fingernails...with solid-black nail polish. It literally rolled across the carpet bouncing while the nail polish spilled out! I thought for sure it would never come out BUT — this cleaner took it out just like MAGIC! Follow the instructions and it works! Every ounce of nail polish gone from the cream colored carpet! Then I somehow dripped red hair dye on the back of my foot/ankle & had walked across my carpet.I remembered I had bought this and once again, this cleaner got all the hair dye out!! A 5-star MUST-HAVE!!!!!" —Cheri Kelley
Get it from Amazon for $12.29 (also available in multiple packs).
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