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    38 Little Things That'll Just Help You Improve Your Daily Routine

    Everything in this list costs less than $30 so you can make your day-to-day easier and be easy on your wallet at the same time.

    1. A glimmer glow lipstick whose color actually adjusts to your pH level so you can rock a shiny shade of pink — just apply and let it do the magical color-matching work for you! Less time trying to find the perfect lippie color for your look? Sign us up. Plus!! It's vegan and free of parabens, alcohol, and oil.  

    Reviewer with pink lip stain
    The clear glittery lipstick in its case

    If a light shade of pink is all you're going for then just a simple application will do. If you'd like a bolder pink, then you can layer this stuff on as much (or as little) as your heart desires! 

    Promising review: "This is such a pretty pH color lipstick, viral for a reason — it's very pretty to look at, it's not sticky at all, and the more you layer it, the darker the pink shows up. The only thing I don't like is the scent in it, I can almost taste it a bit. It's nice to have in my purse if I need a quick color while I'm out in case of sudden dinner plans or a meeting, because you can control the color saturation to how light or bold it is." —Kristina Brumbelow

    Get it from Amazon for $3.99

    2. A set of antimicrobial toothbrushes featuring "floss" bristles that provide a deeper clean by actually reaching between your teeth (bye bye little food bits hiding in there) and are formulated with nano-silver, aka it self-cleans yucky-ness left behind on your bristles after you brush. Your other toothbrushes simply cannot relate!!!

    A toothbrush with two layers of bristles, one long and thin and one shorter and thicker
    Emma Lord / BuzzFeed

    Mouthwatchers is a small biz that sells antimicrobial toothbrushes, fluoride-free toothpaste, as well as bundle sets and travel-sized options! 

    My colleague Emma Lord owns this toothbrush and loves it! Here's what she has to say about it: 

    "I personally just bought this and love it just after the first few days of use! I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively." 

    Get a pack of four from Amazon for $17.99 (available in five color combinations).

    3. A curl spray leave-in conditioner great for both kiddos and adults! Simply spray it on damp or dry hair (best recommended for use before bedtime, but it works great anytime!) and bask in the glory of soft, bouncy, defined curls. 

    This spray is ideal for all hair types and has tons of reviews from folks with 2a–4c curls who absolutely swear by it!

    Promising review: "Amazing!! I had NO idea that my frizzy-haired little girl had beautiful curls. I went down an Instagram rabbit hole and saw a similar girl show how her frizz was curls. I ordered this!! My mind has been blown!! This has changed our lives. It smells so good! It is easy to use and air dry. Before my daughter woke up with terrible bed head that looked like this! Now it is gorgeous soft curls. We will definitely buy again and tell everyone about this product!!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $9.69.

    4. Lock Laces — a super smart invention that'll turn your laced-up shoes into slip-ons because being interrupted mid-run by your shoe laces coming undone and trying to trip you is SUCH a vibe killer...not to mention, also a major safety hazard. 

    the lock laces on a pair of black and pink sneakers that a model is wearing
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Purchased two pairs for my running shoes. They work very well, and I have put a bunch of miles on them. No more tying/untying, just slip on. I like how they keep unified tension across the entire laces from top to bottom. I have had no issues with the lace lock at all, it snapped in well." —Scott

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 13 colors).

    5. A Dawn Powerwash dish spray capable of cutting through grease five times faster than regular dish soap. Now you can spend less time doing the dishes and more time watching The White Lotus as you digest your dinner. 

    inside of a reviewer's cooking pot looking super dirty
    the same cooking pot now completely clean after using the dish spray

    Promising review: "Dawn is a soap that I think most people are familiar with. This is Dawn, but about 50x stronger! I used to dread cleaning pots and pans, but Dawn Platinum Powerwash makes that chore a lot quicker and and the pots and pans cleaner. Note: you get the original spray bottle plus three refills, so when you run out of the product in the bottle, it’s no problem. I would highly recommend this cleaning power house! I don’t think there is anything else on the market even close to what this does." —Phoenix Tyler

    Get a spray bottle and three refills from Amazon for $16.88.

    6. A mascara to give you lashes so dramatic, no one will believe you when you tell them you bought it for less than $5 on Amazon — no need to spend hours wrestling with falsies to get the long lashes of your dreams. Reviewers also rave that this lasts all day. Thank goodness! You have better things to do than re-apply throughout the day. 

    buzzfeed editor kayla boyd showing comparison of her eyelashes with and without mascara on
    a gif of kayla applying the mascara
    Kayla Boyd / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "My review has some layers to it. I promise there’s a point. First I was 'targeted' on social media to buy this new mascara. It was only $5 and the reviews were all really positive and I thought, why not? So I bought it. I’m a teacher and since the pandemic hit, I no longer wear makeup to school. Makeup irritates my skin with my mask so I just haven’t been wearing anything plus it makes morning time hella easy. #bareface This mascara was delivered in the evening, so I decided to try it out the next day and wore it to school. I only put on the mascara, literally no other makeup on my face. Just my lashes were done with this $5 magic. I kid you not — my lashes were literally ALL I heard about that day. Upon walking into the building, a teacher friend from all the way at the other end of the hall and was like 'oh she got makeup on today!!!!' Each kid that came up to me commented on the lashes. One kid even told me I looked younger and the best story of all — a teammate of mine was out and the sub was having trouble with the announcements and so I went in to help her. Her homeroom just went bananas about my lashes and then they started clapping and I got a standing ovation. A literal standing ovation. Best $5 I’ve ever spent LOL!" —Katie

    Get it from Amazon for $4.99.

    7. A cold brew coffee maker for enjoying a yummy iced coffee treat without having to wait on line at the Starbucks drive-thru.

    Promising review: "I LOVE this product so much! I drink iced coffee on the daily but the system I had just wasn't cutting it for me. I didn't know how to brew cold coffee at home (all we have is a Keurig, and there's no cold brew option) so I would go buy iced coffee from Dunkin' every morning. Now don't get me wrong, I love my Dunkin', but I wanted to find a way to be able to make that same iced coffee at HOME, and I think my wallet and gas tank wanted me to figure that out too. I found out about this product through TikTok and it is a GAME CHANGER. All you have to do is put coffee grounds in the filter, fill up the main compartment three-quarters full with water (I use water from my fridge), screw the filter into the lid and screw the lid shut, shake it a little to put the coffee grounds to work, and let it do its magic for 12–24 hours! This is probably the best investment i've ever made. You need this!!" —Carmen E

    Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes). 

    8. A pack of AirPods Pro ear hooks that are a must-have for anyone who is all too familiar with the struggle of their wireless earbuds constantly trying to plan their escape. They belong in your ear, not on the subway tracks 

    GIF of reviewer moving their head around to show the security of the hooks
    reviewer using their AirPods with the hook covers
    reviewer hand hold their AirPod with the silicone hook

    My colleague, Jasmin Sandal, owns these AirPods Pro ear hooks and loves them, here's what she has to say:

    "I recently ordered these little lifesavers, and I have to say I am...forgive me Lord for I'm about to pun...HOOKED. I'm obsessed with my AirPods Pro as they are, I use them every day for calls and music-listening purposes, but can never leave the house with them in fear of them dropping out of my ears. (If I so much as smile or laugh, they fall out!) Well fear no more, because since I've started using these super-reliable silicone hooks, I've taken my Pods on runs and walks with absolutely no sign of slippage. I highly recommend these for anyone else who'd finally like to use their AirPods Pro in peace."

    Get a pack of three from Amazon for $13.95 (available for both generations of AirPods Pro).

    9. And of course, we couldn't forget about wireless headphone hooks for those with classic AirPods — because nothing ruins a day quite like losing one earbud and realizing you can't replace just one, you have to buy a whole new set. So frustrating! 

    reviewer wears the white AirPod hooks over ears while wearing AirPods to gym
    the white AirPod hooks around base of white AirPods

    Promising review: "Overall works great. I do about 30 minutes of running each day and after I started sweating, my AirPods would start slipping out and I'd have to adjust them back into my ears constantly. This product works great and holds them in. They won't stay super tight in your ear necessarily, but they only move out a little over time. The difference for me was adjusting once during my workout instead of every two minutes while running. Highly recommend if you're looking to keep your AirPods in your ears during workouts." —ChrisW

    Get a pair from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in four colors).

    10. A primer with a cult-following because this stuff may help reduce the appearance of pores AND can assist in seamless makeup application. It's a win-win.

    reviewer with their makeup done
    reviewer holding the tin of beige colored primer

    My colleague Emma Lord swears by this primer. Here's what she has to say about it:

    "LOL, allow me to be the one to shout to GRAB THIS WHILE YOU CAN. Every time I've run out of it I've gotten mad at myself because, thanks to TikTok, it's constantly out of stock. Now is finally our chance!"

    Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and thought I'd take a chance. I have sensitive skin and have to watch what I use. I LOVE this product! Goes on smooth and you don't need to use a lot. I put it on before I put on my foundation. Makes a huge difference. Highly recommend and will buy again!!" —Brooks Crim

    Get it from Amazon for $9.

    11. An oral rinse that's loved by reviewers — and for good reason: This stuff provides 12 hours (yes, 12!!!!) of coverage from bad breath and the bacteria that lead to it. Bonus points: It's vegan and free of alcohol and artificial colors/flavors. 

    Promising review: "TikTokers have done it again. This was one of the products on Amazon a person could not live without, stating all-day freshness. It's true, I cannot believe it. The taste isn't strong, it does not burn at all. It keeps my breath smelling fresh all day no matter what I eat. This brand will be a new staple in my bathroom and morning routine." —Zac

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.34.

    12. Nerdwax for keeping your glasses perched up on your face where they belong, and not slipping off.

    person applying the wax from a lip balm-like tube to the glasses
    Amazon

    Promising review: "We saw this on Shark Tank, and thought we'd give it a shot. The lip balm-sized tube is perfect for travel. Walking on a beach with sunglasses on, sweat makes them slide down. Just a couple of dabs of this Nerdwax keeps them in place. It also worked well keeping glasses up during snow blowing in a recent blizzard. So while I'd rather use it walking on a beach, it did the job when I was shoveling snow as well. Is it costly? Yes. But does it work? Yes!" —DeFelice Family

    Get it from Amazon for $25.99.

    13. And in the moments you're not using your glasses, a ReadeREST magnetic eyeglasses holder to clip onto your shirt so you can keep them nearby until you need to put 'em on again.

    Promising review: "I can't tell you how many reading glasses I've killed in the past few years, largely from jettisoning them from my breast pocket or hooking them awkwardly in my shirt collar. These clips are amazing. They're discreet enough that I don't look like a goon wearing one on my shirt all day, and when I hang my glasses from them I can tie my shoes without spilling them lens-first on the ground. What else can a fellow ask for?" —Asha Ember

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in three colors).

    14. A pack of hair-drying scrunchies because sometimes there's just no time to towel or blow-dry your hair between showering and having to head out the door. Just tie your hair up with one of these babies and let it do the work for you. Psst — these are also great for bringing to the pool or beach. 

    Reviewer wearing microfiber towel scrunchie
    Reviewer wearing microfiber scrunchie

    Kitsch is a woman-owned biz based in LA that sells hair products!

    Promising review: "I ordered this because I was sick of keeping a towel on my head for so long while my hair dried, and if I didn't have a towel, my shirt was soaking wet from my hair after a shower. For reference, I had very long, thick hair and it takes a while to air-dry — and I'm so happy I found this scrunchie! It's a lot bigger in person than it looks in the image, which is great because it covers more of your hair to help dry it. No more heavy towels on my head or tight towel wraps." —Meghan

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.49+ (available in six colors and designs).

    15. A winged eyeliner stamp that'll prevent you from wasting time during your makeup routine trying to nail the perfect cat-eye. Just stamp it on and go, go, gooooo!

    reviewer wears cat-eye look created with the winged eyeliner stamp above
    hand holds the winged eyeliner stamp

    Promising review: "I just want to make my morning routine as easy as possible. I love winged liner, but I don’t have the steady hand for it without mistakes. This makes the perfect and consistent wing every time. Love it!" —Julie B

    Get it from Amazon $14.97 (available in three sizes).

    16. A cleaning checklist to help make the overwhelming task of cleaning your living space feel manageable. This printable sheet organizes cleaning tasks by different rooms on different days of the week so you don't feel like you have to tackle everything all at once. 

    the cleaning checklist
    Creative Type Store / Etsy

    Creative Type Store is woman-owned and based in Warman, Canada. It sells illustrated prints to help make your life more organized. 

    Promising review: "Great for what I needed! I had started my own schedule, but felt like I was forgetting things, too much to do in a day, etc. This is super helpful!" —Erin Brie

    Get it from Creative Type Store on Etsy for $4.21.

    17. Bed sheet fasteners so you can ensure your sheets actually stay in place, no matter how all over the place you are in your sleep. These will also make it easier and quicker to make your bed in the morning!

    Loose sheets on a bed
    Same sheets spread tightly across mattress

    Promising review: "I have a pillow-top and pillow-bottom queen-sized bed that is a little too small for king sheets and with queen sheets I have battled to keep the sheets from popping off. I have tried everything! I was about to try to customize some king sheets because it was so frustrating. Then I saw this product advertised on Facebook in one of those posts about the amazing products that people love. So I figured it was worth a try. It works. I was shocked. My sheets have not popped off once. I ordered this in February and it is May now — and they have not popped off once! They used to pop off EVERY...SINGLE...NIGHT. To say this is life changing is not an exaggeration. Such a relief to be able to sleep through the night without ending up in rumpled sheets." —TinkerbellAPixie

    Get a set of four from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three colors and four sizes).

    18. A motivational planner complete with space for you to keep track of appointments, water intake, priority and to-do lists, daily achievements, meals, gratitude reminders, notes, and date. It'll make getting through even the busiest, most stressful days feel a little more manageable. 

    A blank page of the planner
    reviewer image of torn off planner day with it filled out

    Each planner comes with 50 tear-off sheets the size of a standard piece of paper.

    Promising review: "These notepads helped me reframe and focus everyday working from home during the pandemic. I used to use a daily planner but working from home changed how I need to plan my work tasks, and personal tasks. I found this helpful for both!" —kristenjoann

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    19. Or an acrylic dry-erase board that can be used to list out all of the things mentioned above, but in a way that's on display in your home (and doesn't involve paper). If you happen to live with family members or roommates, this can also be a good spot to track their chores and to-dos and hold each other accountable! 

    the acrylic board on a wall
    1801 & Co. / Etsy

    1801 & Co. is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and sells purposeful home products and custom prints.

    Promising review: "A calendar never looked so good. Love it!! It came super fast, packaged well, and I was so pleased that it was everything I hoped it would be." —Martha

    Get it from 1801 & Co. on Etsy for $16.76+ (available in various sizes and three hardware colors).

    20. A  makeup remover stick you're gonna be so grateful you have around on those mornings when your eyeliner just won't cooperate, you seemingly forgot how to apply lipstick, and your body decides to produce a sneeze right after you've finished putting on mascara. 

    Model using the stick to correct eyeliner
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Why didn’t someone think of this sooner? For years, I’ve been using cotton swabs dipped in makeup remover to remove little goofs or mistakes. This is so much better and portable! Erases waterproof mascara marks around my eyes easily. Must-buy product!!" —Katherine

    Get it from Amazon for $7.97.

    21. A pill tracker for attaching to any pill bottle or packets you may be taking so you can accurately keep track of your daily dosage. No more frantically trying to remember every single move you made that day or panicking because you forgot to set a reminder on your phone. 

    Promising review: "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.

    22. A SwitchBot — a super cool gadget to turn an appliance or light switch in your home into a smart device. What could be better than getting out of bed and walking into your kitchen to your morning java already brewed for you? Nothing, that's what.

    the white square shaped SwitchBot on a lightswitch, fan, and computer
    The black version on a coffee machine button

    Promising review: "Super great! Comes with clear instructions, the mobile app is clear and well designed, and it's super easy to set the whole thing up. Honestly I'm really happy with the product. Now I don't have to get up all the time when I inevitably forget to turn the lights off. I can just hit the button on my phone and VOOP the little arm comes out and presses the switch!" —Noah R.

    Get it from Amazon for $29 (available in white and black). 

    23. A detangling brush that claims to works better at gliding through knotty hair easily and efficiently.

    assortment of detangling brushes
    Amazon

    Promising reviews: "I’ve been using this brush for at least 10 years and I’ve had to re-purchase it a couple of times because I lose them over the years. This is my third time purchasing it and I loved to see this cute little set in a different colorway. My hair is 4c and I’ll be using this brush for the rest of my life as long as they keep making them!" —DD

    "I've tried a few detangling brushes recently and been very underwhelmed. But this is the ONE! Amazing detangling both wet and dry, and the perfect brush for brush-styling my 3A curls with the right amount of tension. I use the travel size in the shower for distributing conditioner through my hair and found that it makes an amazing scalp scrubber as well!" —KD

    Get it from Amazon for $16.95 (available in three styles and more brush options here).

    24. A collapsible travel cup so you can head to work in the morning with a fresh cup of hot java to sip on during your commute and easily fold it down and store away in your bag at the end of the day for a mess-/bulk-free trip home. 

    A small pink coffee cup with a lid
    The coffee cup folded to the size of a hockey puck

    Stojo is a small biz that sells reusable and collapsible kitchen/travel products!

    Promising review: "I take my lunch to work and during midday I like to use the Keurig to brew a cup of coffee. The 12-ounce Stojo cup I purchased is very practical. It is thick and durable. The plastic collar enables you to hold the cup without squeezing it or burning your hands on the hot walls of the cup. It seals well so you don't have to worry about leaking your drink on your shirt. It even has some reasonable thermal properties. There is enough volume in the cup to allow for the 12-ounce brew plus ample creamer. It's not a stainless vacuum cup, but it does hold its temperature better than your typical gas station or coffee shop cup. Plus you have the advantage of being able to reheat your drink in the microwave, which you can't do with a stainless cup. Washes easily too. If you want a 12-ounce cup that keeps your drink hot or cold for a long time, this isn't the cup for you. But if you need something practical that will keep your coffee warm for 30–45 minutes, can be reheated in a microwave, and collapses to the dimensions of a tall hockey puck, this is a good purchase. You'll have it for years." —ViciousCycle

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in four sizes and 24 colors). 

    25. Glass meal prep containers because perhaps re-creating your favorite Lunchables-style boxes with your choice of meat/cheese, fruits/veggies, and snacks will get you excited enough about bringing food from home and you'll finally save money by not ordering to your office's Sweetgreen outpost...again.

    They're microwave- and dishwasher-safe. Plus, this set comes with to-go cups perfect for storing sauce, dip, and dressing!

    Promising review: "Amazing! Best bento-style lunch container I have found so far! Easy to clean and lunch can be reheated in the oven (or microwave)! The glass is nice and thick, and if you are clumsy, no worries, hasn’t broken yet even though I drop it all the time! Nice deep sections allow for a LOT of food!" —Danielle

    Get a three-pack from Amazon for $27.95 (also available in a four- and five-pack).

    26. A measurement conversion decal so you can refer to this handy cheat sheet while cooking and baking instead of having to constantly rely on a Google search.

    the decals hanging inside of a kitchen cabinet
    LatigoLace / Etsy

    LatigoLace is a small business that sells these super helpful, aesthetically-pleasing kitchen measurement decals to seriously help simplify the task of figuring out the right conversions.

    Promising review: "I am so happy with this purchase! It was one of the things on my list of things to better organize my kitchen! Great quality and just what I had hoped for!" —Ann Riley

    Get it from LatigoLace on Etsy for $13+ (available in four sizes and two colors).

    27. A Maybelline concealer reviewers love for its excellent price point, smooth sponge applicator, and the fact that it provides great under-eye coverage on those mornings when you wake after broken sleep. It helps brighten up the area and brings a lovely glow to your gorg eye makeup lewks. ✨

    BuzzFeed editor applying the concealer under eyes
    BuzzFeed editor showing the under-eye coverage
    Kayla Suazo / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "Throughout high school I never knew how to do makeup. But then I heard this product was the absolute best on TikTok. And trust me, they were not lying. It has really good coverage and hides my 'raccoon eyes.' And the best part is that a little bit goes a long way. So if you’re starting out or want to try something new I definitely recommend you try this out." —Liela Lee

    Check out our Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer review for more deets.

    Get it from Amazon for $8.80 (available in 18 shades).

    28. A mouse jiggler so your computer doesn't mistake you walking away for a few minutes to whip up a snack and make a drink as signing off work for the day. The #WFHStruggle is real. 

    A mouse on a white oval device that spins it slightly to keep the mouse active
    Reviewer holding up the power button on the device

    Promising review: "Like everyone else, I stumbled upon this product because of a TikTok I saw. Setup was extremely easy and I'm pleased to say that my Teams green light is on all the time now. Workers of the world, unite." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in seven styles). 

    29. A bagel guillotine for making quick work of halving the best breakfast food to ever exist and ensuring a perfect slice every time.

    reviewer's tool with bagel inside
    sliced bagel in front of the tool

    Promising review: "I picked this up because my heart could no longer take the stress of watching our 11-year-old slice bagels (while multitasking with screens and whatnot) with a serrated bread knife. I was going to have a heart attack and she was going to slice into her hand so...I had high hopes and, regardless of the overwhelmingly positive reviews, some concerns about how well this would work. My concerns were unwarranted. This not-so-little little device slices through every single bagel, every single time (and my kid goes through kicks where she'll eat two or three each day). I no longer worry about serious cuts even though the (covered) blade on this thing is SHARP! Only word of advice, like other reviewers, slice (press down) slowly so as not to squash softer bagels. Additionally, this thing slices so cleanly that there are no crumbs to speak of. I'm quite happy with this purchase. This thing now has a permanent place next to the toaster on our counter. I highly recommend it." —Christopher RS

    Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in four colors).

    30. A heatless curling rod so you can achieve easy, breezy curls all without having to turn on hot styling tools.

    Reviewer with the headband woven into their hair
    Reviewer with curly hair

    This set comes with a curling rod, a claw hair clip, two duckbill hair clips, and two hair scrunchies. It works best when rolled with damp hair boasts being compatible with all hair types.

    Promising review: "Before purchasing, I’d seen a lot of reviews and tutorials on TikTok showing the results. My hair is thick, coarse, and naturally wavy, so I figured this might be a good alternative to rollers that are time-consuming to put in, difficult to sleep in, and ultimately not worth it. And MAN was I right to be hopeful. Wrap pieces of damp hair around it before bed, the tighter the wrap, the tighter the curl. Easy to sleep in since there’s nothing on the back of your head, and my curls are BOUNCY the next morning. My only complaint is that it doesn’t help give any top-volume, but nothing some teasing can’t fix. 10/10. I’ll never go back to a curling iron." —Mariah

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six colors). 

    31. A pair of blue light–blocking glasses that may keep your eyes protected from the blue light on computer, TV, and phone screens. Not to mention, they're super cute.

    reviewer wearing the blue light blocking glasses in the burlywood frame
    reviewer wearing the blue light blocking glasses in the transparent frame

    Promising review: "I started working full time from home due to COVID, like everyone else, and I started to get a lot of headaches, my eyes were dry and heavy, and I was having issues with my sleep. My friend pointed out I was on the computer now all day long when I had barely used computers before. I bought these glasses and have used them for about a week and they are amazing!!! I feel so much better and my body feels much better at the end of the day! I only wish they were a little lighter, and they are a little tight behind my ears." —Meghan McCutcheon

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 10 colors and multi-packs).

    32. A calendar of good for allowing yourself a moment each day to highlight one good thing that happened. We're living in a time where things can easily feel dark, scary, and hopeless, so this is a small way you can highlight the moments that make life feel a little easier and brighter through all the chaos. 

    front of the calendar of good
    person filling out the calendar
    Free Period Press / Etsy

    Free Period Press is a queer woman-owned biz based in Cleveland, Ohio that sells thoughtful notebooks, prints, stickers, and more!

    Promising review: "I bought this as a holiday gift for my friend. She loves it and says she can't wait to start filling it out! Such a cute idea!" —EscApie

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 and Free Period Press on Etsy for $24.

    33. Squatty Potty that'll help make squatting while using the restroom more seamless and comfortable — it's actually better for your body to squat than sit, just FYI.

    photo showing how the squatty potty tucks under a toilet
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I've struggled with the #2 for the last couple of years. I've gone from Defecating Toxic Avenger to 'Dear GOD! I feel like I'm passing the Twin King Guardian Statues.' It's been a sphincter nightmare. No matter what I tried: prunes, more water, high fiber, Taco Bell, even White Castle — nothing was working. Usually, in a three-week interval, I'd get very sick and spend three to four hours going to the bathroom nine or ten times. After my sphincter would be tender and I'm damn near positive if this had gone on, it would be the end of me. Then I saw this. Decided to go ahead and plunk down the $25. By day two of using it I started to feel better and my cramps were gone. I swear to god, when I go on my next road trip, I'm taking the damn thing with me, and IDGAF if my friends laugh at me. This damn thing may have saved my health and possibly my life." —DJ_Malsidious

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

    34. An anti-soggy cereal bowl so you can finally enjoy your breakfast the right way — perfectly crunchy but not dry cereal in every bite. This is great for more than just cereal, though. Use it for soup and salad lunches, chips and dip, and anything else your heart desires!

    Reviewer's split cereal bowl with milk and cereal separated
    Reviewer's split bowl used for soup and salad

    Promising review: "This product is something I didn’t know I needed. It’s like the creator crawled into my soul and found the deepest desire of my heart and then invented it. If you think I’m being dramatic, you should try soggy cereal and then eat cereal from THIS bowl. I’ll take 30 more, please, and hand them out as gifts." —Sarah F.

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three colors).

    35. A handy little car seat key that'll make unbuckling your little one's car seat a piece of cake. The brand boasts this is especially useful for those with acrylic nails, carpal tunnel, or arthritis, but those buckles can just be finicky sometimes so you may wanna keep this in your bag regardless!

    reviewer holding the car seat key in black
    reviewer showing how the car seat key works to help unbuckle a car seat if you have long nails

    Promising review: "After I had my first child almost a year ago, I stopped getting acrylic nails because I couldn't get him out of his car seat without struggling or breaking a nail. I’d have to get them as an overlay or extra short. But I saw this product on TikTok and had to try it out and omg!! It works! It took me a while to figure out the best angle to get him out with it but once I did I went to the nail shop expeditiously!! If you’ve been thinking about this for a while, GET IT! It’s worth it!" —Tora318

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in five colors).

    36. And while we're on the topic of products that may just help make life a little easier for those with carpal tunnel or arthritis, a foam grip — simply slide it over your pen or pencil and enjoy a more comfy writing experience. 

    large purple foam grip on a crochet needle
    close-up of an orange foam grip on a pencil
    The Cheeky Turtle / Etsy

    The Cheeky Turtle is a small biz based in Snohomish, Washington that sells foam grips, needle minders, painting pens, and more!

    Promising reviews: "I really love how these grips feel in my hand!! I injured my hand from too much painting with a tiny paintbrush. As a full-time artist, I’m hoping that these grips will help me prevent future injuries and strain." —Stephanie Rzonca

    "I got this for my best friend, because she loves to crochet! She kept mentioning it get uncomfortable for long projects and I thought this would be perfect for her! So, I ordered it in like green, which is her fave color. She absolutely loves it! And it helps her for the longer projects. I’m happy I purchased it!" —Amber Lajaunie

    Get it from The Cheeky Turtle on Etsy for $7.50+ (available in two styles and four colors).

    37. A magnet to help ensure you know if the dishes in your machine are clean or still dirty so you don't run a double wash or worse...accidentally eat off a clean-looking-but-still-dirty plate. And what better way to be given this important info than Harry Styles relaying the important message to you? 

    A magnet with Harry Styles' face with one side saying
    Amazon

    Promising review: "We are Harry Styles fanatics, so we loved this dishwasher magnet. The printing is clear, and it adheres nicely to the dishwasher. I would recommend this for any Harry fan!" —Jennifer

    Get it from Amazon for $20.

    38. A poop bag dispenser equipped with a flashlight that's gonna make bringing your pupper out for walks at night an easier experience.  

    Reviewer photo of a hand holding the blue and gray poop bag dispenser filled with bags
    The same reviewer clicking the yellow button on the dispenser to illuminate the flashlight at the bottom part of the dispenser

    Why carry poop bags AND a flashlight when you can just carry one handy little device instead?! It's the little things that make a big difference. 

    Promising review: "I needed a poop bag holder that I could attach to my leash. While there are plenty of cheap quality plastic options out there, I went with this option because it had the added feature of a flashlight. I'm not always home in time to walk my puppy before the sun goes down so having the light attached to the holder is perfect (especially when I forget my phone on the way out of my house). I highly recommend if you'll be trying to scoop the poop in the dark." —Nikki

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in five colors).

    Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.