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You basically have a PhD in buying time-saving, problem-solving products.
Promising review: "I have had a film on my dishwasher for quite some time now, I am embarrassed to say. We did not realize that it was necessary to clean the dishwasher from time to time. The buildup had been accumulating for over four years now. I tried several other cleaners to get the buildup off, but failed. I bought this product and figured it was worth a try. We added the product into the dishwasher and ran a normal cycle without dishes. When we opened it back up, it looked like new. Highly recommend this product!" —Phillip and Katherine
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $5.99.
Promising review: "These little things pack one hell of a punch! Apple’s new noise cancellation and transparency modes lay the groundwork for a new generation of wireless headphones. Yes others may have used similar technology before, but Apple’s simplistic UI made for the AirPods Pro make the experience so much better than what other companies offer. Coming from the first generation AirPods, the experience is like night and day. Even though the AirPods themselves are heavier, they feel lighter in the ears and much more comfortable. The audio quality is so good, and this quality is only amplified by Apple’s new spatial audio. I definitely recommend these." —Diane G
Get them from Amazon for $189.99.
Promising review: "I never usually write reviews but this is an exception. I've had my AirPods for over a year and when the sound quality was diminishing, I was afraid they had a short life expectancy and I would need to get a new pair! Even after using cotton buds to clean the AirPods out, I thought that was enough until my friend said there's stuff built up and hard to see, but there was nothing able to get it out! Enter this product — it literally took five minutes to clean each ear bud effectively and instantly the sound quality was as good as new! Loud, clear, less trouble connecting to my phone, etc. I really suggest giving this product. You don't need a full square to clean them, so you can pull a piece off or reuse a square with a side you haven't used! SO happy I found a solution!" —Amazon Customer
Get 24 from Amazon for $16.99.
JMT Collections is an Arizona-based small business that makes passport holders, card holders, wallets, and more.
Promising review: "Looks great! It fits my husband's and my passports and vaccine cards perfectly so they don't fall out." —Alyssa Michelle
Get it from JMT Connections on Etsy for $10.99 (available in 11 colors).
Promising review: "If I could give this product 6 stars, I would. My husband and I use it almost every day. We have three furry dogs and six fluffy cats, which makes for A LOT of hair. We were using a lint roller before we bought our ChomChom Roller. The lint roller didn't work very well and had to be replaced. We have had our ChomChom Roller for months and it still works just as well as it did when we first got it. We can actually invite our friends over now without worrying about all the pet hair." —Morgan Willis
Get it from Amazon for $24.95.
Promising review: "Absolutely the best product. It saved my itchy goldendoodle! We tried changing food, Benadryl, medicated shampoo, fish oil, everything you can imagine... nothing worked long-term. He was itching his face so badly he would make himself bleed. Had sores and scabs all over his face and neck. I bought these because they had good reviews and I was desperate. It changed his life! He no longer scratches AT ALL! His coat looks great and all of his sores are healed. He’s the happiest he’s been which makes me a very happy momma. He is also very picky and never eats treats... he eats these every time so that’s an added bonus!" —Darcie Nation
Get it from Amazon for $26.97 (or Subscribe & Save for $24.27/month).
Promising review: "I'm very happy with these warm pants. My house is very cold in the winter, and I am very cold in the winter. A few reviewers commented that the fit is weird. It is not. These are sweatpants, and with a thick lining; what did you expect? They are very comfortable and warm. They are stiffer than regular sweatpants because of the lining. But they are sweatpants — meaning they were never meant to make you look like a fashion queen. Just imagine curling up on the sofa with hot chocolate and a friendly cat during polar vortex in your fleece lined pants. Nice and cozy!" —Angela Thompson
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and five colors).
Promising review: "AWESOME PRODUCT! 15 STARS! It cleaned all the lint out from under the lint trap in places the vacuum couldn't reach. The hose fit perfectly on my vacuum and was very easy to use. I would recommend this product." —SCOTT OTERO
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
Promising review: "Love it!! I have fine-textured hair — very straight hair. I have trouble not only curling it but keeping it curled. For example the other day I left rollers in my hair for 45 minutes and got a minor wave that fell out in 10 minutes. This tool is easy and fast to use, adds shine, and the curl stays." —Alexandria
Get it from Amazon for $71.99+ (available in six colors).
Promising review: "All I can say is WOW!!!!! This is by far the best conditioning spray I have purchased. I have spent a lot of money on the expensive 'miracle detanglers' and 'miracle brushes,' coconut oils, and hours combing out big knots in my daughter's hair when this is all that’s needed! Her hair is a disaster full of knots after the beach. I sprayed this on before going to the beach and it made all the difference in the world. Goes to show that the expensive stuff is NOT always the best. PLEASE DON’T EVER STOP MAKING THIS!!!!!" —G
Get it from Amazon for $3.78.
Promising review: "We have been eating out almost every night for the last few years since there are only two of us most of the time and it seemed like the prep and cleanup was not worth the effort. We have been eating in almost every night since we bought this. You can cook most meals in just one pot and it is super fast. We made a chicken pot pie that was awesome. Sautéed the chicken in the pot, added other ingredients and then pressure cooked for 10 minutes, then added crust and cooked with the air fryer. It was flaky and delicious! Can't wait to try more recipes. We are more likely to cook healthier meals at home since the cook time is less and the cleanup is so simple." —Geri C
Get it from Amazon for $119.95 (originally $199.99).
Promising review: "We cannot BEGIN to tell you what a lifesaver this is! We have two old fiberglass tubs with vinyl shower enclosures that no matter what amount of scrubbing we have done with everything from bleach to cleanser to vinegar and baking soda would NOT come clean. After I took my shower last night, I sprayed down the tub and walls. Within minutes, all the built-up water deposits and dirt and grime began to melt away in front of my eyes. I left it on overnight, and when I got up this morning, it did not look like the same tub and shower. This product is a godsend, especially for old folks like us who have difficulty getting down on our hands and knees and scrubbing anything. More importantly, it performs as advertised. This is truly an overnight sensation!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $16.89.
Peace Out Plastic is an Austin, Texas-based small business that sells sustainable and eco-friendly household goods.
Promising review: "Great quality and cute patterns. I love using them rather than tearing off plastic wrap — it's easier and so much better for the environment. Thanks!" —Stacie
Get the set from Peace Out Plastic on Etsy for $28 (available in different sizes and individually).
Promising review: "I have only used the two original pens that I purchased and can already see an improvement. I am older than 60 and drink coffee daily and red wine weekly." —vicki houska
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $16.90.
The remote is Alexa-compatible so you can use voice commands to find something new to watch, launch an app, search for a movie, or even order yourself a pizza. Your old remote could never!
Promising review: "I love this thing! I can watch Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix, and a really good selection of free apps. Easy to use and Alexa works great when we are looking for a specific movie. It checks all my downloaded apps for whatever you ask. I'm considering cancelling my $200 a month cable, and just keeping Wi-Fi." —groomer74
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (originally $49.99).
Promising review: "I used this product for my stove because if there's one thing I dislike it's cleaning. I have used multiple degreaser sprays and they all are so toxic and don't work for me. But this product, oh my goodness; legit a miracle. It doesn't have any type of smell. I put the paste on a cloth, clean the area, then wipe it off with a damp cloth and voilà — magic!" —May
Get it from Amazon for $7.46.
Promising review: "You guys. I’m embarrassed to even show you this. The grout around our tub was DISGUSTING. It was never caulked right and it got gross very quickly. I would scrub. The cleaning lady would scrub. It would get worse. Well, I came across this in a BuzzFeed list, and this stuff made me curious. I don’t know why it doesn’t have 10,000 good reviews. Seriously. All I did was squeeze it on and walk away. I let it sit overnight. Check this out. Buy it. Like today." —KarynB
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
Green City Living is a small biz based in Denver that specializes in eco-friendly home goods. They donate 1% of sales to Climate Emergency Fund, an organization that supports climate activists.
Promising review: "I absolutely love the bacon sponge. I feel it absorbs oils better than paper towels and the cleanup is easy! I’m ordering a second for big batches of food." —Karen
Get it from Green City Living on Amazon Handmade for $13.50.
Promising review: "My girlfriend almost left me for the towel warmer. I asked her for her star rating and she said a 10! Way out of character but she loves it that much! It's the best!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $149.99.
Amber and Wood Co. is a small business based in Valparaiso, Indiana, that specializes in all things that smell good. We're talking air fresheners, candles, diffusers, room sprays, and more!
Promising review: "These were worth the wait and arrived just in time! I ordered several for gifts and was glad I did. They smell great and are such great quality that I want to keep one for myself!" —Heather
Get it from Amber & Wood on Etsy for $8 (available in 29 scents).
Fellow BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga swears by it. In her own words:
"After reading about how necessary it is to actually clean your makeup brushes (I know, I KNOW, I should’ve been doing this for years) I was super grossed out and motivated to order the right supplies to do the job. I’ve heard good things about Ecotools makeup brush cleansing shampoo so I figured I’d start there. The Amazon listing also suggested buying a silicone makeup brush cleaning pad to go with it so I figured... why not? Well, now I’m patting myself on the back because ordering these two items was a GAME-CHANGER!
I could not believe how much residue came off my brushes in just one cleaning. You only need to use a little dab of the shampoo, so one bottle will definitely last a long time. The silicone pad made it super easy to thoroughly lather the brushes without leaving my bathroom sink in shambles. I also loved how each section was labeled with which brush should be cleaned in each area. My brushes look brand new! Don’t hesitate like I did — buy both the shampoo and the mat ASAP."
Get it from Amazon for $4.79.
They're safe to use with pretty much any type of washer: HE or regular, top-loading and front-loading.
Promising review: "I have been using bleach to clean my machine for some time, but decided to give this a try a few months ago. My very first clean with Affresh left me surprised and delighted for not only did it clean my machine, it eliminated the nasty smell that always transferred to my clothes thanks to a build up of mold I didn't even know about. Every month now, I toss a tablet into the drum and let it work its magic. Now, my machine is cleaner than ever, and my clothes always smell wonderfully fresh." —Kelli Crawford
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.98.
Promising review: "IDK what it is about these ducks, but my oldest pupper is 2 and she tears EVERY toy up. To the point it explodes its stuffing everywhere. We have had this duck for over a month now, longest we have ever had a toy like this, and it’s still in one piece. She loves it! She carries it around and shakes it back and forth but doesn’t rip it apart. Her brother got jealous so we got him one too. Same thing! He adores it so much he sleeps with it. We also buy them for our foster puppies and they love them too!! I think this toy is catnip for dogs LOL." —MMcNair
Get it from Amazon for $4.23.
Check out my coworker's Multipet Duckworth toy review for more deets and some adorable photos of her dog Rocky with his quacker.
Promising review: "I was looking for something to deal with my chronic and debilitating sciatic nerve pain. I saw someone use a similar device at my gym and decided to give it a shot. It has been short of a miracle. I have been using it daily after work when I am most stressed and along with gentle stretches, it has helped SO much. This one was fairly priced, the size is perfect for me to carry it in my bag after long car rides, and there are different speeds, which I also like. I'm really happy with it. My husband is too." —Eileen Fuentes
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
The brush has special vents that allow air to flow so hair dries faster. Plus, it's quicker than using a dryer and then a flat iron or curling iron, which equals less heat damage.
Promising review: "I'll admit that I bought this product with the idea that I would hate it and would need to return it. Boy was I wrong! Believe the rave reviews! It's so easy to use and it actually works!! I've always struggled with giving myself blowouts, but not anymore. I'm extremely satisfied with this product. I can't wait to gift this product to family members on their birthdays. I'm in love! P.S. I find that it works best if your hair is not soaking wet. I do my makeup first to let the hair air dry a bit." —BrownEyedGirl09
Get it from Amazon for $34.88+ (available in six colors). If you've tried barrel-shaped hot air brushes before without success and have tighter curls or coils, you may want to try the paddle brush version, which reviewers with 3A–4C hair swear by.
Promising review: "I have family members who have had a Roomba but for some reason I never considered one for myself. We saw one at a relative's recently and my husband said we should get one. We have a dog and a cat and even though we vacuum and mop regularly the tile floors would get sandy feeling on bare feet. NO MORE! I set my Roomba to run three days per week. It is amazing how it mapped out the house. Does as much as it can, which is quite a while, then goes back to base to recharge and go out again later. Might go out as much as three times a day to cover the whole house. Why did I wait so long??? So happy with it." —Gloria Driggers
Get it from Amazon for $599.
Happy Earth Boutique is a New Jersey-based small business that sells cleaning products and bodycare products.
Promising review: "These lemon toilet fizzies work great and I love that they are earth friendly. They come in an attractive little jar so you can sit it on the toilet tank and it looks so nice! Shipping was fast too." —Diane LeBreux
Get 15 tablets from Happy Earth Boutique on Etsy for $16.
Promising review: "These traction pads are amazing! I travel off-road constantly and slick mud is everywhere. I have used these more than a dozen times in the last three to four months and every time I can attribute my escape to these. The bright orange makes them easy to see after digging them into the mud, and the knobs are durable enough to withstand a very large truck's beating. I would buy another set of these in a heartbeat! For the price, the quality, the durability, and the hundreds of uses, you CANNOT go wrong with these. If I could give them six stars I would have." —Arianna
Get them from Amazon for $133.89+ (available in three colors).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.