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1. Burn After Writing — this is gonna be the guided journal of your dreams. In fact, tens of thousands of reviewers swear by it as a source of anger management and self-discovery. Work through a series of questions and experiments and dive deep into thoughts you have held onto that benefit you vs ones it's time to trash. The best part? Once you've completed it, you destroy it! Fire and brimstone, baby!
Promising review: "I first saw this book on TikTok and decided to look more into it. I purchased four total because I know some people holding onto things that are difficult to let go of. It’s a great way to look at things from a different perspective and truly hold yourself accountable to different things in your life. I love what it stands for and I look forward to when I burn mine after I’m done. Self love, self care, and meditation for a better state of mind tomorrow is always the goal. I definitely recommend it to those susceptible to change and the willingness to try things different. You’re so much more than what’s been done to you and someone’s inability to see your worth does not decrease your value. Choose you for a change." —Brent Helm
Get it from Amazon for $7.32.
2. A Baseboard Buddy that'll basically work like an eraser. This has an extendable handle that'll make cleaning tiny corners and often-ignored areas not just simple, but suuuper satisfying.
Promising review: "Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations for this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" —artgirl
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
3. A "Shower Cat" for folks who, like me, spend half their time in the shower making hair art on the walls, which inevitably ends up clogging the drain (ahem, sorry for the over-share). This makes catching your hair *much* easier and gives it a proper place while you finish sudsing up.
Shower Cat is a small business established in 2021 specializing in products to prevent shower clogs.
Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok and I knew immediately that I needed it. I just moved into a new apartment and I didn’t want to be how I used to be, where I’d just let hair go down the drain and plug it eventually, or peel it off of the drain after each shower. It works great but I probably need some practice with it. I currently just floss my hair through it so it will hold them and there are a few stray hairs that don’t stick. I would recommend to anyone who is tired of putting your loose strands of hair on the shower wall." —Cari Schwartzkopf
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
4. A much-needed peanut butter knife with a brilliantly shaped blade that'll guarantee not a *drop* of your perfect peanut putty goes to waste. Hate getting peanut butter all over your knuckles when scraping out the container with a standard knife? Get this in your life.
Promising reviews: "I love this knife. You couldn't design a better knife for peanut butter if you tried. I bought a less expensive one, but returned it because the design was poor. There's no substitution for this quality product. Spend a couple dollars more, and get the best." —Beck
"You can use it for many things. It is strong, and can get things out of deep blenders, like a Vitamix. You could even use it to spread icing on a cake! Best of all, it is perfect for stirring those large nut butter containers you get from the warehouse stores." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two colors and multipacks).
6. A fan favorite bottle of Sniffingtons flavored bubbles sure to shake up playtime with your pet. Use these bubbles to get your energetic ball of fur busy bursting bubbles to their heart's content! The formula is non-stick, so no worries about your floor (or their fur) being covered in goo when playtime is over.
BTW, you can get the bubble spray in both canine- and feline-safe forms and in all sorts of scents, like gingerbread, blueberry muffin, and birthday cake.
Sniffingtons is a Greenville, South Carolina-based Etsy shop offering flavored bubbles, bandanas, collars, leashes, and other dog accessories.
Promising review: "I bought multiple flavors for my two border collies and they absolutely loved playing with them. Will definitely buy again! The wand is sturdy (he tried taking it out from my hand multiple times) and there’s a lot of solution compared to other dog-friendly bubbles I’ve bought for them. Also, I love how it doesn’t leave any sticky residue on their coats. 100/100 recommend!" —Lineth Garcia
Get it from Sniffingtons on Etsy for $8.50 (available in five scents or unscented).
7. A shampoo bar — using these'll cut down on your plastic waste *and* cut down on the clutter covering the edge of your bathtub.
The Earthling Co. is a sustainable lifestyle brand and small business that aims to offer affordable, plastic-free alternatives to everyday products. They are also part of 1% for the Planet, an org that supports all sorts of nonprofits, and their contributions have so far gone to WIRES (Australian Wildfire Relief), Carbonfund.org, One Tree Planted (Tree Planting), Black Lives Matter, Black Visions Collective the Audre Lorde Organization, and Earth Force.
Promising review: "No lie, I've been recommending this bar to people since the day after I used it. I was water only for months, but it just wasn't working out, so I decided to switch to a sulfate-free shampoo bar. Someone recommended the Earthling Co. to me, which was the best suggestion! After the first wash, my hair was SO clean. I had people complimenting my hair! I don't even need to use it every shower because of how clean it makes my hair. It lathers so easily and the quality of the bar makes it last a while. I also haven't used conditioner because it makes my hair so soft as well! I'm actually about to buy another. I highly recommend this product to those looking for a plastic-free shampoo — it's my favorite shampoo I've used!" —Erin D.
Get it from The Earthling Co. for $15.99 (available in seven scents).
8. An easily washable drip catcher sure to soak up backsplash and drips, keeping the bottom of your faucet from becoming a housefly wading pool.
Hustle and Sew is a small Etsy shop based in Saint Helens, Oregon.
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 and Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and six colors).
9. A "No Splash" nail trimmer designed with a clever compartment that'll catch those flyaway nail clippings before they, well, fly away. Rouge nail clippings are as unsettling as it gets, best to just avoid them at all costs.
Promising review: "Best nail clipper I've ever owned. All my life I've had stainless-steel nail clippers that slip from my fingers whenever I have to cut my nails, which bends the nail and adds pressure onto my nail bed. With these clippers, the groove lets my thumb sit comfortably. It cuts very well, and there's no need to put too much pressure when cutting a tough nail. The nail catcher is a good bonus. It prevents your nail debris from flying all over the place so you don't need to hover over the trash can. I use the built-in nail file to shape those sharp edges and it does the job very well. It eliminates the use of switching over to an individual nail file. I also like the little case that it comes in. It keeps me from losing my nail clippers." —Jasmine
Get them from Amazon for $13.99.
10. A set of cascading closet organizers for anyone whose closet is filled to the gills despite the fact that new styles come out (and must be purchased!) every stinkin' season. Use this clever hanging system and create plenty of room for your newest finds.
Promising review: "Not sure why I didn’t expect them to work as well as it sounds...but they absolutely work as well as they sound! Makes MUCH more room in my closet. I used for purses, jackets, tank tops, dresses and has been holding very well. When I need something, just push the others aside and raise up the one I need. Very pleased with my purchase!" —Dennis A. Evans
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $10.95 (available in five pack sizes).
11. A reusable adhesive pill tracker so you can record whether or not you've had your daily pills right on the bottle! This is so much better than the journal system I've been using throughout my pregnancy. I...need this.
Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? I love it. This is a lifesaver! I’ve been looking for something like this for years. I always forget 10 minutes later if I actually took my medicine or just put it down. I’ve tried so many different ways, making marks on the bottle, making stickers, and other pill containers. None ever work. And pill containers are so bulky when I only need one pill." —Niki
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99.
12. A portable, digital luggage scale to give you peace of mind when you've positively stuffed your suitcase with souvenirs and want to make sure they are all able to come home with you after your vacation.
Promising review: "Works as described! It was practically right on, and I will not travel without it when I have the possibility of checking a bag in. I just slip this into my carry-on or tote. No more wondering and guessing how much my bag weighs! It’s small and feels pretty sturdy. I like how it’s a strap with a hook versus the others that just have a hook. I also like that you can change the unit measurement no matter where you’re traveling to. Bonus: It even tells you the temperature." —CarinnMay
Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in eight colors).
13. Seamless bra liners made from a cotton and bamboo blend. These sweet sweat suckers not only help with underboob sweat but they can also soothe typical discomfort from underwires. These moisture-wicking liners are gentle, breathable, and may be even better than the bra you wear them with!
Promising review: "This is one of those things that I wish I'd found years earlier. I've suffered from mortifying stress-induced under-boob sweat for most of my adult life. Also, I'm a lifelong Seattle girl who gets upset when it's warmer than 65° outside. So when I stumbled upon this product, I was curious enough to buy a small pack. And yes, I've come back for MORE! For real, I won't put on a bra without one of these liners now. It absorbs all the moisture from heat and stress. And because it's a really soft bamboo/cotton mix, my skin is finally not feeling tortured under there! To the makers of this ingenious life-changing product: thank you thank you thank you! Sincerely, all the grateful ta-tas you've helped to care for" —Niko
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes M–XXL and in several color combos).
14. A genius bed-making tool to help you prop up your mattress and get those hospital bed corners with ease. Sigh, is there anything better than getting into a freshly made bed at the end of the day and feeling *truly* as snug as a bug?
Promising review: "I have a very heavy king-size mattress. I’ll admit I was very skeptical, but this does work. Position it correctly, then use the handle to lift the mattress enough to get the sheet around the mattress. I would highly recommend purchasing two, as I have found it makes the job a lot easier. I would highly recommend this especially for heavier king-size mattresses, and for individuals with back or hand issues. And the ones I have were made in the US." —Pat Wood
Get it from Amazon for $26.95 (also available as a pair).
15. A batter dispenser for folks who are tired of the mess pancake drips cause *and* for any parents of toddlers who absolutely *refuse* to eat anything if it's not "the same." Don't worry, with this, your pancakes come out perfectly uniform every time!
Promising review: "Finally a kitchen utensil that saves time, mess, and frustration! I ordered this because my 10-year-old daughter loves to make pancakes but she also leaves an incredible mess. She also loves to make cupcakes and that's even a double mess. So we searched Amazon to find something that would help us out, and lo and behold, we found this gadget. We read the reviews and were very impressed. Upon receiving the batter dispenser, my daughter took it out of the package and started making pancakes right away without my instructions. She loved the ease to make the pancakes in the container and then one click on the pan with no mess. We will recommend this to our family and friends and anybody else we talk to in the world."—Jim Hudson
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
16. A "flaming" humidifier that'll be a hit with avid readers who could use a little sent in the air and a tiny "fire" to create the *perfect* cozy cottage ambience while they read.
Check out a TikTok of the flaming humidifier in action.
Promising review: "I like how this diffuser kind of looks like a mini fireplace and it’s perfect for winter. I also like how long the water of this diffuser lasts — I always add my favorite essential oil in it when I go to sleep every night without worrying it will run out of water. I used to have insomnia and it helped me to sleep through the night with my relaxing essential oil scent, and it also worked as a humidifier." —Benny
Get it from Amazon for $32.69+ (available in four styles).
17. A shower phone holder — this is waterproof and designed with an adjustable rotating mount so you can keep binge-watch Jury Duty without pesky hygiene getting in the way.
Check out a TikTok of the shower phone holder in action.
Promising review: "This waterproof phone case makes listening to music and watching Netflix in the shower so easy!! It’s super easy to put your phone in, fog proof, and easily rotatable. The only thing is sometimes touching the screen through the plastic can be a little difficult, but worked most of the time! It comes with three different backs so you can move it around to many different spots in the house. I got the white so it would match my shower." —Brittney Steele
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in five colors).
18. A portable Chill-O-Matic Instant Beverage Cooler — this'll take a 12-ounce, room temperature can of seltzer, soda, or beer and make it ice cold in ONE minute. Sure, patience is a virtue, but I'm pretty sure being able to immediately make ice cold drinks on a hot summer day is one too...right?
Chill-O-Matic is a small business that specializes in beverage accessories.
Check out a TikTok of the Chill-O-Matic in action.
Promising review: "I was so afraid of wasting money. But I didn’t. I love my sodas cold. But sometimes there’s not a cold one available, and waiting 30-40 min for one to get cold in the freezer is not always ideal. This will get your room temp can to fridge cold in 90 seconds. I let it run double that to get almost freezer cold. I wish it had a power cord. But I do appreciate the portability that the batteries provide. I can’t wait to try it out on vacationing, as access to cold sodas isn’t always available. All you need is a literally a little bit of ice." —G. Massey
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
19. A lovely elevated cat bowl to help your kitto eat higher, which is much better for their digestive system than just a bowl on the ground. Plus it's just darn good lookin'!
Check out a TikTok of the cat bowl in action.
Promising review: "This cat bowl is everything! It’s super cute and I love that it is wide enough not to cause whisker fatigue. It’s really nice that it’s not just raised, but angled for the most comfort for your cat or small dog." —amber quick
Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in four colors).
20. A set of three reusable silicone air fryer liners so you can make your ooiest, gooiest air fried delicacies (we're talkin' cinnamon rolls, sauce-covered wings, mozzarella bites, the works!) without mucking up your machine.
Promising review: "I bought these because I was tired of cleaning the whole air fryer container. These were bought on a whim for both mine and my boyfriend's parents, who each have an air fryer. They work great, keeping all greases and crumbs inside, and make it easier to clean. The only bad thing (and this may just be me) is the ridges/ripples on the bottom of the inside of the liner. When you try to wash it in the sink, don’t put the stream of water right on those unless you want to take a small bath. Other than that, these are fantastic. My boyfriend also says that it seems to make everything crispier, and we love that." —Jordan Hixson
Get a set from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes and sets of two or three).
21. A BugZooka bug vacuum you'll be glad you bought when your critter situation truly sucks. Just hold it up to the bug, press the button, and watch as the device gently pulls beetles, spiders, roaches, and more into the tube.
Promising review: "If you're seriously grossed out and terrified by bugs, here at last is the secret weapon you NEED. You cock it, hold the business end near the bug, and push the red button. Voila, the bug is sucked into a plastic chamber in a microsecond, out of your life for all practical purposes. The bug isn't even injured, just confined, so if you're feeling tenderhearted, you can take it outdoors and release it. The bug cannot escape, even if you use the BugZooka again immediately. The second bug and subsequent bugs just join the first one, safe and secure. The BugZooka is about two feet long, so you don't even have to get close to your insect victim." —Calli
Get it from Amazon for $30.06.
22. A portable door lock so you can add some extra security to your hotel room in seconds, without a single tool in sight.
This thing is super strong and takes less than a minute to install. Just open the door and insert the claws on the back of the silver piece into the "strike" of the door (the hole where the lock fits in) and then close the door. After you've done that, take the metal rod on the red handle and insert it into the butterfly hole on the silver piece. This completely locks the door handle – no one from the outside could even try to peak in.
Promising review: "This is a LIFESAVER...literally. Thanks to Add-A-Lock's simple design and simple instructions, my 18-month-old can no longer leave the apartment and wander the halls or attempt to take rides on the elevator in my apartment building. This is well worth the money. I give 5 stars!!" —Lori S.
Get two from Amazon for $29.95.
23. A Corico dish designed specifically for hiding olive and cherry pits. Go ahead, make your cheese boards glorious! Thanks to this dish, there won't be any leftover bits to make it look like the ~pits~.
I have this dish! My husband and I love hosting dinner parties and particularly like having a cheese plate out. This has been such a lovely solution for hiding olive pits! It keeps the board looking nice and saves folks from fumbling around with pits on their plates. I love it!
Get it from Amazon for $30.
24. A butterfly puddler sure to add a lovely, artistic touch to your garden. This little plate is designed to gather dew and it's made with minerals that are particularly enticing to butterflies. Place this simple stone in your garden and watch as butterflies and pollinators flood to your flowers!
Promising review: "This serves double duty as a butterfly feeder and attractive element in a garden." —The Sustainable Shopper
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $42.
25. Cloning paste — if you've found that your houseplants are standing around stagnant, you're gonna *love* this stuff! This little formula helps encourage new growth and buds. It's technically made for orchids but it works on all sorts of plants! Begonias, string of pearls, pothos, you name it!
Check out the TikTok about this paste for information.
To use this spiffy stuff, just locate a node and peel away the bract to reveal the bud. Apply a small amount of the paste and in two to eight weeks, a clone will grow out of the node! Science is so satisfying.
Promising review: "This product is just AMAZING!!! I waited a few months before writing this review because I wanted to test the product first. I am just AMAZED! I have to say...depending on the season and the place on the spike where you apply it, you either get a keiki or new flower spike (which is awesome!). Based on my experiments, the lower on the spike, the more chances to get a keiki. The higher on the spike, the more chances to get a new flower spike. If you apply it during winter (tropical area winter), you will more likely get flower spikes. If you apply it during summer (tropical areas), you will more likely get a keiki — at least that's what I observed!" —Anne-Isabelle Bonifassi
Get it from Amazon for $16.97.
26. A memory book that'll cover the not-so-Instagram-worthy moments your family shares together. Nobody needs to know you'd rather record your kid's worst bowel movements before their first steps.
Promising review: "It's not always about the cute stuff! This book has been a must buy gift for all of my friends and family members who have had children or who are expecting. Everyone always gets a kick out of it and I like to think that somewhere down the road my nieces and nephews might enjoy reading it and laughing about the funny and disgusting things they put their family through. It definitely brings a much-needed sense of humor to baby books! Because we all know that it's not always about the adorable things children do that make us laugh." —iknwxaclywhtthysay
Get it from Amazon for $12.79.
27. Horizontal Parenting, a laugh-out-loud funny (and surprisingly clever!) book for parents who would happily do ANYTHING if they could lie down for just a minute. Grab this book, draw some roads on one of your old shirts, hand your kid a toy car, and let them play "Back Street" while you fall sound asleep.
28. A hanging garbage bag holder so you can easily dispose of your scraps without a trek to the trash can every single step of the recipe.
Promising review: "I love this product because I'm always chopping vegetables and cutting up meat. I would be making several trips to the trash. Now I'm able to make meal prep quicker, easier, and cleaner! A good way to use up some of those plastic bags from the grocery store, too!" —Ellen Holcomb
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
29. A splurge-worthy portable refrigerator for families who take their road trip snacks seriously. If your kid practically lives off of yogurt and cheese, this may be just the thing you need to keep them fed while out and about!
Each refrigerator is equipped with a 2.5m cigarette lighter and an adapter, so it can be plugged in at home, at the hotel, or in the car.
P.S. Reviewers also love this for camping!
Promising review: "I wish I had bought this sooner. It fits up front, making it easy to grab a water or soda while on the road. If you want to have some steaks to grill you can keep them ready to go. Having a separate freezer option is perfect. This cooler has made camping more enjoyable by not having to get ice and end up having soggy sandwiches. It sips electricity. It's easy to grab what you want in the dark thanks to the interior light.
If you are looking for a small travel cooler for road trips and light camping this is the one to get. Nothing tastes better than digging into a half pint of ice-cream while sitting by the fire in the middle of nowhere. Those who don't have one get pretty jealous." —Scott
Get it from Amazon for $449.
30. A foaming hand soap — this lil' endorphin booster is sure to convince your kids (or yourself) to stay fresh as a daisy! Pump down once and the vertical foam applicator places a picture perfect flower on the palm of your hand. Precious.
Here's why my BuzzFeed Shopping colleague loves it:
"Not only is it super hydrating for my hands (LOL @ constantly hand-washing now and forever!), but the yuzu scent is also just calming and lovely, and I'm obsessed with how light and frothy the foaming suds are from the soap." —Emma Lord
Promising review: "I will admit, I first saw this soap on TikTok and thought that it would be a nice soap to try since I do seem to be washing my hands all the time these days. I was so excited when I received it to give it a try, really just to see the pretty foam flower. I was very pleasantly surprised when I pushed down (twice) to get the foam to come out. Not only is the flower cute, but the foam is thick and luxurious and makes your hands feel totally moisturized after you wash them. The smell is very pretty and not overpowering at all. My teenager loves it too and is now finally washing her hands more like she is supposed to. I bought them for every bathroom in the house as well as the kitchen. I almost don't want to recommend it so they don't run out of stock!" —Audra Williams
Get it from Amazon for $18.
31. A set of stackable ice cube trays for folks who are sick of old school ice cube trays. Make your bougiest beverages yet by filling the cubes with coffee, fruit, or juice. After that simply freeze, flip, and plop your perfect ice cubes into the storage container!
One TikToker fills the tray with lemon and ginger for their water.
Promising review: "I don't usually make reviews, but I am so impressed with this that I had to! I make homemade cold brew/iced coffee every morning and go through a lot of ice. So I have been thinking about making the splurge and buying a countertop ice maker or something. I saw the video of someone using this on here and was like whoa...whaaaat. Bought it immediately. And I am the happiest of happy. The ice stays covered as it is freezing. And then you just open, flip it upside down, and push the cubes into the box at the bottom and put the lid back on! It also came with the cutest little ice tings and scoop. 100 million % recommend!" —Sarah Lackie
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in five colors).
32. A hands-free portable neck fan — this is USB rechargeable, has three speeds, and it lights up! If your body is constantly battling with Mother Nature during the summer, this just might be the solution you didn't know you needed!
Promising review: "I absolutely love these! We did nine days at Disney and Universal in August. They were a lifesaver! Great battery life and easy to recharge at night. I can’t tell you how many people stopped to ask me about then! I highly highly recommend this!" —jmeegqa@aol.com
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in eight styles/colors).
33. And finally, a glow-in-the-dark capture the flag so you can keep an eye on your family playing outside even at night. This game can accommodate two teams of five and is great for all ages, so go ahead...get the neighbors in on the fun!
This set includes 10 premium team bracelets (5 RED, 5 BLUE), three amber color territory markers, two flag cubes, two jail markers, and one premium storage bucket.
Promising review: "I bought this for our kids to enjoy with their friends...well we adults have had a blast playing with them. The kids love it! The adults love it! This adds another layer of fun to the old fashioned favorite! My kids are begging me to buy another set so they can have all their friends over for a massive neighborhood game of capture the flag." —MMcB
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
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