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1. A lawn repair formula that'll regrow the grass that died over the winter so you have something to mow this spring! It's designed to reverse scorch marks from your pet's urine, damage from their digging, and wear in high-traffic areas.
Promising review: "I used this in the spring to fill out our lawn more, and it worked great! I was worried because I feel like you always hear grass seed horror stories, but I just raked our lawn good, spread seeds all over, and watered it once (sometimes twice) per day, and it filled the lawn in beautifully!" —Mariah
Get it from Amazon for $16.44+ (available in five sizes and four styles).
2. A foot file so your heels are in spring sandal–ready condition. Rub gently and watch the dead skin and calluses fall like shredded cheese to reveal baby-soft heels.
Promising review: "Honestly, I’m going to be blunt...this product is AMAZING!! I’ve struggled with dry, cracked, peeling feet for a long time! I always thought it was bad lotions, lack of moisturizer, or wearing socks for prolonged periods, and I’ve tried EVERYTHING, and I mean EVERYYYTHING, to try and fix my feet. Hiding behind sneakers in the summer, packing lotion on, or wearing socks to bed with my man is no longer needed. This product is NEEDED in your life. No bs. I’m obsessed, and I want to order one for everyone in my family with dry feet like me! DO NOT regret buying this. It was a steal!" —Natalie Gomez
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
3. And a bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel to dissolve hard, dead skin in literal minutes. (Seriously, reviewers say you should only let it sit for two to three minutes!) If you want to be extra thorough, use this in conjunction with a foot file.
Promising review: "This is a Hail Mary! This is hands-down the best product ever!!!! I have been using this product on my clients, and it has made my job so much easier and less time-consuming." —Diamante Valentine
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
4. A pack of DressWeights for saving the day when you're legally required to wear a dress (aka the first day of spring where temps rise above 70), but a stiff breeze has you holding down your dress and waddling like a penguin.
DressStrong is a New York City-based small business. Christina, the owner, came up with the idea in 2012 to save us all from unwanted Marilyn Monroe moments.
Each adhesive should last ~six uses with proper care.
Promising review: "What an amazing invention! I had my bridesmaids use these for my destination wedding. I got married outside in a very windy gazebo, and they worked like a charm. Highly recommend!" —kimberlyo143
Get four weights from DressStrong on Etsy for $15.
5. A creamy paw butter if you want to protect your pet's precious toe beans from hot sidewalks. This balm moisturizes dry, cracked paws and snoots and is safe if licked or swallowed. #PROTECTTHEBEANS
Promising review: "This is perfect for keeping my dog's paw pads soft and safe, especially in the winter months. I put this one her paws anytime we would go out to protect against the salt and cinders from winter and even in the spring and summer months to keep her pads soft." —Bekah Mroczkowski
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
6. A standing weeder because the worst part of gardening is kneeling for hours plucking weeds. My back hurts just thinking about it! Thankfully, this tool has three steel claws that grip weeds and roots so you can pull them out while standing.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to make weeding easy.
Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG
Get it from Amazon for $44.99.
7. A mosquito repellent that creates a 15-foot skeeter-free zone because these pesky bloodsuckers have ruined far too many spring days by making it absolutely miserable to be outside.
Promising review: "I bought this because I was looking for an effective insect repellant for my patio this spring/summer. I didn't want a bulky candle or tiki torch that smelled like canola oil. I found the Thermacell. It looked modern and promising. We tried it, and it works really well. It also produces no smell or sound. We live in the south where mosquitos are really awful, and the Thermacell made sitting on our patio tolerable! Definitely recommend." —Trusted Customer
Get it from Amazon for $19.01+ (available in 10 colors and multipacks).
8. And a high-voltage bug zapper so you can say goodbye to not only mosquitoes but also gnats, flies, moths, and other insects within an acre radius.
Promising review: "We live in the woods on a lake in Bluegrass Country in Kentucky. The bugs were ridiculous when we first moved here! I bought one of these last spring as a test and was so impressed I purchased two more. They absolutely crush the flying insect population in short order! This spring, we have noticed a huge decrease in bugs, which we suspect is due to the significant depopulation of the breeders last summer. We leave ours on all year round and some are zapped even in the dead of winter, but during the spring and summer? My gosh! We have to use a leaf blower to clean up under the units nearly every day! Even our nearest neighbor (about 200 feet away) says they've noticed a big fall off in bugs in their yard since we put up our units." —Paul
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
9. An immunity-boosting allergy supplement to help your poor pup find relief from itchy skin and seasonal allergies. These soft chews deliver a dose of probiotics and other nutrients to help improve immune function, aid digestion, promote healthy skin, and add shine to a dog's coat.
Promising review: "My dog loves these. We live in the South, so allergies are pretty serious here. When spring came around, I noticed he was constantly gnawing at his paw and not eating as much as he used to. I did some research and found this product. I was skeptical, as he’s kind of picky, but he is obsessed with them. He waits at the pantry door every morning for them. He thinks they are treats. I noticed — within hours — that he was no longer gnawing at his paw, and his appetite was also back to normal. When he finished his first tube of these, I decided to wait to order more and see if they really worked or if his allergies just wore off. A few weeks went by, and I noticed him gnawing at his paw again and not eating. I ordered them Sunday and he’s back on them again. He was so excited to see them again and is no longer gnawing at his paw :)" —Alyssa
Get 90 chews from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in five styles).
10. And a pack of Burt's Bees cat wipes for reducing dander and keeping your cats fresh. If you turn into a sneezing, drippy-nosed mess when your cat's dander production goes into overdrive in the spring, these will be oh-so-helpful.
Promising review: "Our son was having a lot of dander on his back near the base of his tail. We kept up the brushing, but it wasn't going away. Looking at the reviews, I decided to go for the dander wipes. Well, I have used it twice and was blown away. His dander is pretty much all gone now. Plus, his hair seems shinier and silkier after being brushed and using the wipes. Not to mention, our baby boy looks just like the cat on the packaging. I will continue to buy these and use them once a week or twice every two weeks to keep up his beautiful orange coat. Thanks, Burt's Bees!" —Tom Cincotta
Get it from Amazon for $7.40.
11. A pack of hanging vacuum bags if you're already dreading having to store all your heavy winter coats. With these bags, you can vacuum all the air out so they take up a fraction of your closet space. And you can do this while they're on the hanger instead of trying to fold and smush them in a regular vacuum bag.
Promising review: "Bought these storage bags two weeks ago to pack my winter clothes for summer, and they did the job perfectly. They are large and sturdy. I like its five-hook design. I can store five women's jackets or four big men's jackets in ONE bag. The long bags also fit my dresses. The biggest reason I bought these bags is that I do not need to fold my seasonal clothes; just hang, zip, vacuum, done! Super convenient. Extremely happy with these space bags. I will definitely order more!" —Jia Yan
Get a set of four from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five styles and in a three- or six-pack).
12. A cruelty-free lengthening mascara because you dream of fluttery lashes that actually hold a voluminous curl when it's hot and humid outside. It's lightweight, won't transfer, doesn't smudge, and lasts all day — what more could you ask for?
Promising review: "I have been a mascara snob my entire adult life and have been purchasing the same two brands for mascara. Then, I decided to get an inexpensive tube of mascara just to have in my emergency makeup back, and WOW, was I surprised! One coat of this stuff is better than four or five coats of my other stuff. It isn't waterproof, so it comes off with just a makeup-removing facial cleanser or micellar water with no problem. It separates and lengthens my lashes. I have people stop and ask me ALL THE TIME what I do to my eyelashes to make them 'look like that.' Like...literally stopped in the middle of a sidewalk in downtown Tampa to ask about my eyelashes. And it really does stay in place, even without a setting spray, when most of the other makeup I use melts off. Seriously, let me put this in perspective: I live in Florida, and I wore this mascara to work every single day for the last year in the heat/humidity (including all through the summer), and it stayed on my lashes better than any other brand of mascara I've used. This is now officially turned into my go-to mascara!" —Kate
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
13. An anti-humidity spray that'll give humidity a metaphorical middle finger. This spray creates a waterproof coat around your hair that blocks out moisture (which eventually leads to frizziness). As if that wasn't already magical enough, this effect lasts up to 72 hours or through two to three shampoos!
Promising review: "I really suffer in the humidity of summer. My hair turns frizzy and wavy, but not a cute wavy. If I try to straighten my hair and go outside, it looks like I have done nothing. If I try to curl my hair, it looks like a rat's nest after 30 minutes. I used this all last summer, and I have started using it this spring. This product really is the best at fighting humidity. The barrier it creates on the hair really does resist the moisture and keeps styled hair looking good for days! And it holds up after a few washes, as promised.
At first, I wasn't very good at giving myself a blowout, but with time and practice, I got better. Because in order for this product to work properly, you have to use heat and tension. It is worth the effort, though! I really don't have anything negative to say about this product because it does exactly what it claims if you follow the directions. What more could I ask for?" —krisvan
Get it from Amazon for $28.
14. Some restorative wipes so you can rehab front doors and shutters that are looking cloudy and grimy after winter snows and cold winds. These wipes are saturated with a solution that revives oxidized, faded, and sun-damaged surfaces bumpers, siding, mailboxes, grills, garden tools, painted surfaces, and more.
Promising review: "My metal barstools were left on the balcony all winter because of a surprise three-day blizzard. After being buried in snow all winter, I thought for sure I would have to throw them out when I saw them in the spring. Looking at them now after using the product, no one would suspect that they weren’t new ones!" —Mom@home
Get five wipes from Amazon for $14.52.
15. A heavy-duty grooming rake to take control when shedding season starts instead of finding your home buried under piles of shed fur. This brush is designed for pooches with thick, dense fur or double coats.
Promising review: "My wolf hybrid sheds a lot in the spring. The FURminator Grooming Rake works much better than my old brush, reducing the time it takes to brush Tasha with much less discomfort. As an engineer, I find the design with the rotating teeth is brilliant. Money well spent." —Mark
Get it from Amazon for $9.49.
16. And a pet hair remover for taking care of the aforementioned shed fur until your grooming rake arrives. Roll it over your couch, bed, favorite blanket, you name it, and watch it lift the fur away. See, we can own nice things!!
Promising review: "This hair roller works amazingly well! I'm impressed at how much hair it picked up that I couldn't see on my soft surfaces. I've been recommending it to anyone with a shedding pet. My husky is in full bloom with spring trying to start in Arizona, and this picks up her hair like a breeze!" —aleif
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in three colors).
17. An air purifier if you feel personally victimized by spring allergies. This bad boy removes dander, mold, dust, and pollen in the air to help you breathe better.
Promising review: "I have severe allergies during the spring and summer months and have tried everything from nettie pots to OTC allergy medicine to get some relief. If you had seen my trash cans, they were full of used tissues, and I was still constantly sneezing. I saw immediate results in the first few days. I use it at night in my bedroom. I have the setting on '2,' which is the medium setting. The noise level is not that bad; I can still hear the television and hold a normal conversation with my husband. The noise level tends to fade or blend once you get used to it. The results are great. I still have the occasional sneeze and have to use a tissue every now and then, but I am nowhere near what I was. I can finally breathe at night without having to take the OTC medicine. This has been a true lifesaver for me. I will be looking to purchase another one after our renovations are completed in our kitchen/living room. Best purchase ever to get a sense of normalcy in my life." —P. Allen
Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (also available in white).
18. And since we just mentioned spring allergies, a moisturizing saline gel because you're a drippy, sneezy mess and are constantly blowing your nose, which has led to some not-infrequent nosebleeds (so fun!). Reviewers who use CPAP machines swear by this stuff, as do airplane travelers (dry airplane air!).
Promising review: "My girlfriend had recommended this product to me and I only purchased a very small tube not knowing if I would be satisfied or not. It really IS a good product. It helps put moisturize your nose. In the winter my nose gets dry from the heat and humidity, and I needed something to moisturize it. This product really IS excellent. I purchased a small tube not knowing if I would like it or not and I do. It's not costly, helps you, and is well worth the price." —SB
Get it from Amazon for $3.62 (also available in a two-pack).
19. A magnetic screen door that'll not only let in the cool spring breeze (while keeping *out* the buggies) but will also prevent you from having to let your dog go out every 10 minutes. Why do dogs stand at the door and bark until you let them out only to bark at the door asking to come back in 30 seconds later???
Promising review: "We got this screen so our dog can go in and out freely without letting the bugs in. At first he wasn't quite sure about going through it; in fact he scratched at it signaling us to open it for him. But after a few training treats he figured it out. Installation was so easy! The Velcro, fabric, and mesh all seem very good quality. I'm also happy that we can take down the screen in the winter and store away easily, then just reattach it in the spring. Very happy with my purchase!" —Crystal K
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in three sizes).
20. Or an adjustable window screen so you save a little on your electricity bill by not having to run the AC while preventing bugs from flying in or pets from crawling out.
Promising review: "Adjustable, portable, and lightweight, this window screen is well made. You can paint the wood to match your window. Now I can have nice cool air circulating in the house during the fall and winter months in South Carolina." —Maria
Get it from Amazon for $12.27+ (available in 13 adjustable sizes).
21. A Clorox pool clarifier to get your backyard in tip-top shape before summer barbecue season. No one wants to cannonball into water so cloudy you can't see the bottom of the pool. 🤢
Promising review: "After one year of having an in-ground pool in Florida, the water was cloudy. I tried to get the water clean by running the filter 24/7 and brushing daily for a week to no avail. I used 1 1/2 ounces of this and the water was clear a day later. Cleaned out the pool filter a day after to clear it all out. Happy with the purchase and would recommend to others." —jvb
Get it from Amazon for $8.85.
22. And speaking of pools, a Scumbug for slurping up all the oils, sunscreen, and yuckies that are chilling in your pool. Just wring it out when it gets discolored, rinse it, and pop it back in the pool.
Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. Popped it into my hot tub and from the picture I attached, you can see that in just about 12 hours, this little Scumbug ate up all the oil and filth in the hot tub. The water not only looks better, but smells better too! Highly recommended!" —Mickey D.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
23. A CeraVe salicylic acid body wash if warmer spring weather is causing your keratosis pilaris to flare up. It exfoliates without the harsh microbeads, erasing rough and bumpy skin while leaving behind moisturizing hyaluronic acid and calming niacinamide.
Promising review: "My 6-year-old daughter has keratosis pilaris, commonly known as 'chicken skin.' This year, it really flared up during warm weather, so I gave this wash, along with lotion, a try. Wow, I saw results after just a few uses, and after a couple of weeks, most of her bumps disappeared. Thrilled we skipped a trip to the dermatologist! Can’t beat this price for the results either." —Ashley Steigerwald
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
24. Some reusable Nippies nipple covers because you've got invites galore to weddings this spring and don't want your nipples to make a guest appearance in photos. Reviewers rave that these pasties stay put through sweat *and* you can get about 10 wears out of 'em.
BuzzFeed editor Natalie Brown says: "Thanks to a ~sample sale~, I got my hands on a gorgeous unlined silk dress last summer that I LOVED but absolutely could not wear with a bra, not even a strapless one. Queue an Amazon search for pasties because, quite frankly, I'm self-conscious about my nipples deciding to poke out while I'm wearing just a silk dress (and my boobs are the type that don't necessarily need support all of the time). There, I found something even better than I expected: these self-adhesive silicone pasties called Nippies that are 100% invisible under clothes, so comfortable I barely notice I'm wearing them, and, at least so far, pretty darn reusable.
I've worn them four or five times now, washing them with hand soap and water afterward every time as directed, and they're exactly what I needed! It's simple: you stick 'em onto clean, dry, lotion-free skin, and they stay put and comfy for hours, even through moderate sweat. They've performed perfectly every time I've worn them: for day-long shopping excursions, outdoor parties, and nights out dancing. They come in a small reusable storage box with two stiff plastic domes for them to sit on, so they'll stay perfectly intact and dust-free in your drawer and are easy to pack for travel. Oh, and over 14,000 reviewers — like, five times the number of people in my high school graduating class — have rated them 5 stars on Amazon, so I know I'm not alone in my success with them!"
Get it from Amazon for $26.50+ (available in two sizes and five shades).
25. A programmable AC booster fan that'll help cool those rooms that are significantly warmer than the rest of the house. It's meant to be mounted on existing floor or wall registers and will help increase airflow from your HVAC.
Promising review: "I was at a loss on how to get two of our bedrooms cooler. They would be 8–10 degrees higher than the rest of the house and it was miserable for my kids to try to sleep. I decided to try these and it was an immediate improvement! The noise level at 10 was noticeable but not disruptive. You can turn the fan down to decrease the fan noise if you you need too. My room stays cooler but I may get two more to try for the winter to see how it works with the heating system. I am very satisfied with this purchase." —LKMJ
Get it from Amazon for $59.99.
26. A shoe deodorizer spray to get rid of the funk from your new spring flats. It's made with essential oils and smells like lemon and eucalyptus, so you'll probably want to spray it around the rest of your house, too.
Promising review: "This product WORKS! You won’t be disappointed. I used to get embarrassed taking off my flats in my office because they smelled so bad, but not anymore! My work flats make my feet sweaty and this spray helps keep the awful odors away at least four to five days (probably longer but I was so excited I just sprayed my shoes again because I liked the smell haha!) The lemon is strong and the eucalyptus I love, so I would purchase again! Although it will likely last a while! I have a little boy who gets sweaty feet also so I’m sure I’ll soon be using this in his shoes also." —Traeannah Brown
Get it from Amazon for $13.95.
27. Or a pair of breathable Rothy's ballet flats you can toss right in the washing machine when they look dingy or smell.
28. An anti-chafing balm for swiping anywhere your clothes rub. It creates a moisture-repelling layer on your skin (without ever feeling greasy!) that protects against blisters, irritation, and chafing when your running, hiking, biking, or just trying to exist in the world as a sweaty person.
Promising review: "I am a lifelong curvy lady whose thighs have rubbed together since the beginning of time, probably, so I’m no stranger to chafing. This morning, I applied the balm to my inner thighs under a sundress and spent a day walking around in the heat and sunshine; it was hot, and I was sweating, but miraculously, my thighs felt fine! I applied the balm at around 11:30 a.m. and as I write my review, it’s almost 7:30 p.m., but my legs are going strong. Other parts of me have definitely reacted to being out and about, but not my thighs — without this stuff, they would be pink and tender, but they feel soft and happy. I am absolutely impressed. Long story short, this stuff absolutely worked for me; I plan to buy a larger size when this smaller one runs out. Don’t be a doubter like I was!" —Gina
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
29. Or a set of anti-chafing thigh bands if you've experienced the hell that is a pair of angry, sweaty, chafing thighs.
Promising review: "Ladies, we can finally toss the deodorant...these things work! I was hella skeptical because my thighs are resistant to any sort of chub rub defense. I wore them while walking for at least five hours at a music festival, and they stayed put without me ever needing to adjust them! I couldn't believe it! My delicate inner thigh skin was preserved; not a chub-rub in sight, and they're so feminine and romantic-looking that I didn't even care if someone caught a peek at that beautiful lace. Way sexier than my usual biker shorts. Love that I can wear dresses all day now without worrying about my thighs overheating." —OceanHips
Get them from Amazon for $20.69 (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 19 styles).
30. A bug bite suction tool (from Shark Tank!) because you're tired of becoming mosquito food when spring rolls around. It's designed to actually suck out venom, saliva, and irritants on your skin that may be causing swelling and itching.
You can also use it to treat bites from bees, wasps, biting flies, no-see-ums, chiggers, and sea lice.
Promising review: "I ordered the Bug Bite Thing in December after watching the Shark Tank episode. I live in the Northeastern US and have not had to use it until the spring weather arrived. No matter what I do, bugs find me, and to compound it, I usually have an allergic reaction. I have tried numerous anti-itch creams and natural remedies through the years, which treat symptoms but not the root cause. I ordered the Bug Bite Thing with skepticism but am very pleasantly surprised. I had multiple bug bites that I tried this on, and the itching and swelling immediately dissipated! It works without chemicals. I highly recommend!" —HappyDaisy547
Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in three colors).
31. A set of DEET-free mosquito-repelling bracelets you'll wanna keep in stock for every outdoorsy adventure this summer. No more slathering yourself with sticky, stinky bug sprays!
Check out a TikTok of the mosquito-repelling bracelets in action.
Promising review: "No complaints just satisfied. It worked. We were surprised that such a small bracelet could keep us bug free but it did." —M. A. Cooper
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $9.99.
32. A nature scavenger hunt game so you can keep your kiddo entertained without screens. This is a great excuse to get everyone outside for a bit so you can enjoy some fresh air, family bonding, and surprisingly fun challenges.
Rivajam is a small business based in Frederick, Maryland that dreams up super fun and exciting activity boxes that encourage child-directed and play-based learning.
Promising review: "I bought this for my niece's 7th birthday. Their family loves hiking and visiting parks, so I figured this would be great for those outings and maybe even nice for rainy days (this can be played indoors). She loves it, and so does her big brother!" —Erin Lamb
Get three roll-and-seek dice from Rivajam on Etsy for $27.99.
33. A volcanic stone face roller to remove the shine oil and shine from your face. And unlike oil-blotting sheets, the ball can be popped out and washed so you can use this over and over and over again.
Promising review: "As I have oily skin that worsens in the warm weather, I usually buy blotting papers to remove excess oil in my T-zone. Those work fine, but THIS product is absolutely ingenious! Not only does it work beautifully without disturbing my makeup, but it’s reusable, easy to clean, and most importantly, it is so much more eco-friendly!! I highly recommend this to all my oily-skinned beauties out there!" —GodivaRn
Get it from Amazon for $11.38.
34. A luxe Brooklinen lightweight down comforter with a silky 100% cotton sateen shell for "snug as a bug in a rug" vibes without waking up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat.
Promising review: "Perfect in all the ways. We did a lot of research before purchasing this comforter. The last one we had (from a big department store) was way too warm. This all-weather one ticks all the boxes, not too warm and not too skimpy — just perfect. Glad we chose this one! Don’t hesitate!" —Ilyse T.
Get it from Brooklinen for $189+ (available in twin/twin XL, full/queen, and king/Cal king).
35. A Sun Joe pressure washer if you need a helping hand to blast away spring's muddy messes and make cleaning...dare I say...fun. You'll be ~blown away~ by the results.
Promising review: "Great product at a good price. Used this power washer to wash my stucco house for pre-painting. Unit worked as advertised. Fairly quiet yet powerful sprayer. Great customer service and would highly recommend this product to anyone." —Boy Wonder CTS
Get it from Amazon for $229.99.
36. An instant cooling towel because it's hot as heck outside and you'll want some sweet, sweet relief for your neck after a long run.
Promising review: "Great product! I bought this for an upcoming summer hiking trip in Utah, but I have been using it for an aerobics class as a headband. I sweat on my head and it runs down into my eyes. Regular headbands get soaked too fast. This really works because it keeps my head cooler, and when it warms up, I simply drizzle more water on it from my spouted water bottle." —Lepmay
Get it from Amazon for $8.95 (available in 10 colors).
This doesn't have to be you every time spring rolls around!
