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    45 Products Whose Designers Are Truly The Visionaries Of Our Time

    Genius products that were clearly made by genius people.

    1. A set of books that's actually not at all a set of books, but a storage box you can use to hide messy tangles of wires or keep things like important documents, electronics, or jewelry out of sight. 

    Four photos which show how from the front, the display looks like a stack of books but from the back it's actually empty
    Amazon

    FYI — the photos above are just an example. You receive different books than what are shown in the product photos. You can opt to pay extra for a different length and a specific color scheme. If you'd like for them to send you a preview before they ship it, be sure to select "YES, preview books" on the order page and enable Amazon notifications. Covogoods is a woman-owned small business based in Utah that sells storage products made out of upcycled books!

    Promising review: "This is perfect for hiding our router and accessories in our bookcase. Love it!" —supergirl

    Get it from Covogoods on Amazon Handmade starting at $29.

    2. The Pink Stuff, a TikTok-famous cleaning product you can use to restore so many things (both indoors and outdoors) back to practically new condition. It's so good, you may just be tempted to part ways with every other cleaning product you own. 

    a photo of a reviewer's oven looking dirty on the left, and on the right the same oven looking clean after using the pink stuff
    reviewer photo of an open jar of the pink stuff next to a sponge

    This awesome stuff can be used to clean like, a bajillion and one things, but note that it shouldn't be used on plastic or acrylic surfaces, highly polished stainless steel, or hot/warm surfaces, so of course, you can use it on cooktops and grills, just be sure to do so once they've cooled down! Plus, this is vegan!

    Promising review: "Oh my gosh — this stuff is a life changer! Used it to get my fiberglass shower totally clean. Nothing else would get it done and this stuff brought my shower back to near-new in one use. We’ve since cleaned a weird chalky film off our garage door, removed wall markings, and cleaned my storm door. We’ll never be without a jar (or three) of this stuff. Worth every penny." —Nancy F.

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

    3. A snack bag sealer for anyone who can muster up the strength to not eat an entire Doritos bag in one sitting. Sure, you own an embarrassing number of bag clips already, but they're all being used on other snacks right now and future you shouldn't have to choose between eating stale nacho cheese chips or tossing out the rest.

    a reviewer holding the palm-sized blue sealer which has one button
    a reviewer's photo of the blue and white sealers in front of bags of chips

    The portable sealers heat up on contact so there's no downtime before use. They also come with batteries so you can use them right away!

    Promising review: "I couldn't wait to see if these really worked. As soon as I received them I went to work sealing bags of opened chip bags. They worked! No more stale chips. They have a built in magnet, so I can keep them handy on the fridge. I am really impressed with them. No waiting time, no buttons to mess with. Just slide the protective cover away to expose the roller and run it across what you want to seal. Easy!" —Lexi

    Get them from Amazon for $18.79 (available in three color combinations).

    4. A very clever ~Schitt spray~ in a very appropriate choice of scent (rose for Rose Apothecary, of course) so you can easily cover up "Ew, David"-worthy smells you leave behind in the bathroom.

    the large and small spray bottles with labels that read
    Serendipitous Essentials Boutique / Etsy

    This listing is for both the full-size bottle and travel-size tube pictured above! Serendipitous Essentials Boutique is a small business based in Boston, Massachusetts that sells handcrafted wine labels, gift tags, these genius sprays, and more!

    Promising review: "Love this spray!!! It works great and the scent is lovely. The small travel size is perfect for my purse!" —Nancy

    Get it from Serendipitous Essentials Boutique on Etsy for $20.

    5. A gorgeous wooden coffee table featuring a lift-top perfect for ensuring that you are face-level on the couch with your laptop or a plate of food. Plus, you can hide stuff inside of it, but we can keep that our little secret, if you'd like. 

    the brown wooden coffee table, which has open shelving on one side
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I absolutely love everything about this table. It so perfectly fits in the little corner of my room that I have designed for my quiet space. I love the vintage look it has. It’s very easy to lift and use as a desk (which I do quite often). The storage area inside the lift is very spacious. It’s actually more space than I expected. And I’ve used the side shelves for more decorative things. It’s a small coffee table, but it is exactly what I was looking for." —Lyteyz

    Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in five finishes).

    6. An oil solidifier powder you simply sprinkle over hot oil (do it dramatically like you're a fairy godmother and it's magic dust), let it solidify, and then safely get rid of the now hardened leftover oil in the pot/pan. 

    hand sprinkling white flakes into a pot of oil
    Hand scooping a large block of hardened grease into the trash
    Amazon

    Plus!!!! This product is made from 100% plant-derived fats, so you'll feel good about it!

    Promising review: "Honestly I didn’t know if this would work. Waiting for it to cool down made me nervous, but once it was at room temperature it was solid. It popped out of the fryer so nicely. Worth every penny." —Emma

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes).

    7. A velvet ottoman that's super cute, but don't let its adorable looks fool you, it's more than just a pretty piece of decor. You can use this handy baby for storage, as a side table, as an additional seat for guests who come to visit, as a footrest, and you can use the top as a laptop or food tray. 

    A gold hairpin legged blush pink velvet ottoman with a removable lid
    BuzzFeed editor flipping the top of the ottoman to show the storage and the table top underneath
    Amazon, Emma Lord / BuzzFeed

    My colleague Emma Lord owns this lovely ottoman! Here's what she has to say about it:

    "I recently got one of these for my new apartment to stash my candles and ~candle accessories~ in and it's pretty much become my favorite piece of furniture?? I use it to prop up my feet during work hours and sometimes if I want to eat on my couch I'll use it as a tray. It's also sturdy enough to sit on, if I ever wanted to have guests over and needed an extra chair. It was RIDICULOUSLY easy to set up — I had it done in less than ten minutes, and probably didn't even need the directions. It also just looks so darn cute (and comes in so many colors that I'm tempted to buy another!)." 

    Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (available in seven colors).

    8. A primer with a cult following to help reduce the appearance of pores AND assist in seamless makeup application. It's a win-win.

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

    BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord swears by 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 $9.99 (available in three other styles).

    9. A garbage disposal foaming cleaner that'll tackle built-up grime and those nasty smells you gag at every time you're near your kitchen sink. It's truly so...disgusting.

    A gif of the foaming cleaner
    Amazon

    The biodegradable packet cleans/scrubs away at grime and odor that cause buildup and yucky smells on sidewalls, blades, under the splashguard, and other hidden areas. They come in pre-measured drop-in packets and are recommended to use about once a week!

    Promising review: "It seems counterintuitive to put a little packet down your garbage disposal to clean it, but this does actually seem to work, at least for getting out weird smells that baking soda and vinegar don't really touch. I scrub the sink down first, especially around the garbage disposal area, rinse it down, and then just follow the directions on the package. I have used it with single, large-size sinks and with double sinks — only difference is that the double sink will have blue cleaning foam rise up the drain, which you rinse away when the disposal sounds clear again. I have tried the foaming cleaner in a can, but unfortunately it stopped coming out of the can about 10% of the way through. Went back to this tried-and-true." —KS

    Get four packets from Amazon for $3.78.

    10. A split decision pie pan to prevent you from having to choose between two yummy pie recipes, since now you can make BOTH! Or if you just want one pie recipe, but know that making a whole pie will eventually go to waste, you can just make half of it!

    half of a blueberry pie and half of a strawberry pie
    a reviewer photo of a split decision pie they made in the pan

    The pan is made of heavy weight aluminized steel which allows for strong heat conduction and even baking. It also features non-stick coating for easy release. It's safe in temperatures of up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, and it's dishwasher-safe!

    Promising review: "I love cherry and he loves apple, but to make two pies would be such a waste since it's just the two of us at home, and buying store-bought pie just isn't the same. This was the perfect solution. I LOVE IT!" —Sherry S.

    Get it from Amazon for $18.89.

    11. Wad-Free, a truly wonderful creation that'll stop bed sheets from getting all tangled and twisted in the washer and dryer. In turn, this will help ensure that your sheets, and the other items that frequently get caught in them, come out cleaner. I don't know about you, but I'm all too familiar with finding a soaking wet sock or shirt caught in the crevices of my bed sheets and having to put them back in the dryer and it's SO.VERY.ANNOYING!

    hands putting a sheet set with the white square devices hooked to the corners in a washer
    Amazon

    If you watch Shark Tank, then this product may look familiar to you! Kevin and Lori both made offers, but the founder picked Mr. Wonderful. These are reusable and BPA-free! Wad-Free is a woman-owned small biz!

    Promising review: "Wow!!! You wonder if things like this really work — well, I can absolutely confirm this does! I was impressed that the package came with two of the devices so there was one for the fitted sheet and the flat sheet. I tried it out and my sheets not only did NOT wad up, but they came out of the dryer feeling fresher, feeling more dry, and unwrinkled! I will be buying a set of these for each of my immediate family members and close friends! What a great gift!!!" —katy

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.99.

    12. And while we're on the subject of ways to make doing your laundry easier and more efficient — a Sock Dock because if you're anything like me, then you probably also have a very hungry washer/dryer that makes a meal out of your socks. Somehow, one sock always seems to go missing every time I do laundry! This handy tool will hold onto your socks, so you no longer have an excuse to wear mismatching socks and calling it a "trend." 

    Model holding the long wire SockDock with circles to attach socks, filled with sock pairs next to a washing machine
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This product is genius! I LOVE it!! Seriously, I hate putting my sock matches together, and as a wearer of colorful ones, it’s kind of important that I pair them up after the wash! Now I don’t have to! I would totally recommend this to anyone who hates playing the match game, or anyone who loses socks in the washing machine or dryer vortex!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four colors).

    13. A Hydro Flask car cup holder adapter my fellow Flask owners will want to add to their cart ASAP. That insulated bottle can do it all — it can keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold, but it can't fit into your car's cup holder!!! Well, thanks to this genius product, now it can. 

    gif of a water bottle not fitting in the normal cup holder but then fitting perfectly in the adaptor that's in the cup holder above it
    Wine and Whiskey Co / Etsy

    Wine and Whiskey Co is a small business based in Texas that sells phone cases, clothing, and car accessories.

    Promising review: "I had to remove the foam wrap that was on it for it to fit in my cup holder, but now it works perfectly. No more having my water bottle in the seat next to me, rolling on the floor, or spilling 'cause I forgot to close it! Yay!" —sprocketnellie

    Get it from Wine and Whiskey Co on Etsy for $12.99.

    14. A set of gel toe caps for protecting toes with corns, blisters, ingrown toenails, and more. They're latex-free and washable so you can keep on reusing 'em and they'll help prevent further irritation from socks/shoes rubbing against your skin. 

    A reviewer with the large white cap over their big toe
    A reviewer with the small white cap covering their second toe

    Promising review: "I cannot live without these for 12-hour hospital shifts. This is an unbelievable product! I work 12-hour shifts in the hospital and need protection for the corn on my left big toe. I purchased the size large and it fit well. Underneath my socks and athletic shoes I completely forgot I was wearing it — bonus! The silicone is very soft and flexible and cleans easily. The product is priced well for the quality and quantity that is provided. Would absolutely recommend this since it's held up quite well for the 17 hours I often have it on (from the time I wake up until I'm back from my shift). Cleans and dries easily and has maintained its shape." —LJ

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.99 (available in two sizes and three colors).

    15. Earbud cleaning putty because in-between your millionth audiobook listen of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and crying along to your zillionth stream of the 10-minute version of "All Too Well," you should give your headphones a much-needed clean from earwax and dust. 

    Promising review: "They work as advertised. I use them for my AirPods, iPhone, and iPad Pro." —Lydia Kimble-Wright

    Get 12 from Amazon for $12.99.

    16. And as long as we're talking about things for your headphones, these must-have ear hooks for anyone who relates to the struggle that is their wireless earbuds constantly trying to plan their escape. They belong in your ear, not on the subway tracks. 

    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 $9.99+ (available in four colors).

    17. Coffee mug organizers especially great for anyone with limited kitchen storage space. Now you can cut the amount of space your mugs take up in half and use that extra bit of room for additional drinkware, a cool kitchen gadget, or more snacks. 

    The round adjustable flat organizers in blue, orange, and black, plus a before and after pic of the mugs unorganized and organized
    Amazon

    Comes in a pack of six so you can organize 12 mugs!

    Promising review: "I love these cup organizers. I have a small cabinet above where my coffeepot is and these have made it a pleasure to open that cabinet. All cups are organized and easy to get to. They stay right where they should be. No more stacking them inside one another and them falling over when I opened the cabinet. I also use these for some bowls in my dish set. Works great. I just ordered a couple more and I am going to use them for my china cabinet. I wondered when I first bought them because the price was a little high. Worth every penny and more. I can not say enough good about these." —ChefGirl

    Get them from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors). 

    18. A down comforter you NEED to buy if you and your partner are opposites when it comes to your preferred nighttime temperature. Now you can actually share the blanket instead of playing tug-of-war. 

    The duvet showing one half is warm and the other is cool
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This comforter is what we’ve always needed. My husband and I are always tangled in blankets because I need more but yet they always end up on his side. This comforter provides an all-in-one solution that keeps me warm and him cool and our bedroom looking calm and zen." —Hannah

    Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).

    19. Lightsaber chopsticks for ensuring the force is really with you with every dumpling or piece of sushi you take.

    lightsaber chopsticks being held over a bowl of rice
    a gif of buzzfeed editor emma lord using the lightsaber chopsticks to eat sushi
    Amazon, Emma Lord / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "Was so stoked to get these and they’re amazing! Both sets came with pull tabs in them so my batteries are fresh and ready for Chinese nights! Overall they’re very nice." —Becca boop

    Get a pack of two pairs from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in two styles).

    20. thaw claw that'll help thaw frozen meat up to seven times quicker (depending on which meat you're thawing, some reviewers say it only takes minutes). If only this product had been around when I was in high school when my mom would ask me to take the chicken out of the freezer when I got home (which I almost always forgot to do until she got home from work, oops). 

    Closeup of the thaw claw showing the suction on the bottom side with the number one and the word attach in the top left corner
    View of The Claw in a sink that is being filled with water with a step two and the word fill in the top left corner
    Closeup of meat under the Thaw Claw in a sink with the number three and the world Thaw in the top left corner
    Amazon

    Promising review: "A package of frozen meat would have taken at least two days to thaw in the fridge. I used this for a 2-pound package a couple of days ago, and the meat was thawed within 90 minutes. One of the most practical kitchen gadgets I own." —Llda Schellhase

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three colors).

    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. Bra extenders that'll add an extra 2 inches to your bra. If you wear a bra, you know just how rare it can be to find one that you actually adore and we want to help you preserve your faves for as long as possible. 

    Promising review: "Bought these for my pregnancy based on a tip from a recently pregnant friend. Total game-changer. Only had to buy a new sized bra once, and then used these for the rest of my pregnancy, as my cup size didn't change any more but omg my ribcage just kept on expanding and expanding to accommodate baby. IMO, these make wearing a regular bra possible during those body-changing portions of pregnancy, saving me money in the long run. Additionally, they work as expected...they clip onto the original spacers easily, they match up with the original hooks really well, and they are very comfortable and easy to use. Best $6 I've ever spent on Amazon. Buy them, you won't regret it." —Queen Bee

    Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.99 (available in 28 styles).

    23. A 10-foot iPhone charging cable so you don't have to decide between sitting on the floor next to the outlet so you can continue using your phone as it charges or *gasp* leaving your phone by itself while it charges and not being able to use it. 

    reviewer image of phone charging using cable
    the cable with a review stating it's super long and sturdy

    Promising review: "The outlet to my bed is pretty far away, about 10 feet, so I needed a long cord and this fit my needs perfectly. It seems that the cable is pretty sturdy and the charging rate is pretty fast so overall I’m pretty pleased with the product. I would definitely recommend buying the cable if you are in need of a long cable. Plus it comes in packs of two so you can either give one to your friend or use it for other situations where you require a long cable. The cable is also braided so it makes it feel like it is pretty sturdy." —Mimi Rhee

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two colors).

    24. Anti-slip silicone glasses sleeves for keeping your eyewear where it belongs — ya know, on your face — and NOT slipping and sliding down to the floor and risking getting broken AGAIN.

    The silicone glasses sleeves on glasses
    A person wearing glasses with the sleeves on them

    Promising review: "I was a little dubious about these, but my daughter's glasses were always falling off her face and to the floor, so if I could spend a couple of bucks to save her expensive glasses, it was worth a shot. In fact, because you get five pairs, I put a set on my glasses, and I'll be darned if they don't work really well. They add a little bit of bulk to your glasses so if you're extremely fashion-conscious, it's not like tape-on-the-bridge nerdy, but it's there. But if you're more concerned about having your glasses feel like they're going to stay put on your head, then you'll like these. They aren't too thick so you don't really notice them on your ears. In fact, because of the soft silicone, they actually result in less of the occasional soreness I would get from my glasses on my ears sometimes." —Domenico Bettinelli

    Get a pack of five pairs (10 total) from Amazon for $6.99 (available in three colors).

    25. Cleaning K-Cups that'll serve as the easiest, fastest way to get your beloved Keurig in the clean condition it should always be in.

    A customer review photo of the dirty water coming out of their Keurig after running the cleaning cup through it
    A customer review photo of their Keurig with a cleaning cup in it

    All you have to do is put one of these babies in like you would with any other K-Cup, brew one large cycle, watch dirty water get cleaned out, throw the pod away, and then return to brewing your faves.

    Promising reviews: "We’ve had our Keurig for a few years, and with the exception of using only filtered water and dispensing hot water every so often, we’ve never cleaned the needle or K-Cup area. I used three cleaning cups back-to-back and WOW our machine was dirty! I'm so happy I purchased these! I’ll be keeping up on cleaning these more often." —Heather Garcia

    "I was amazed at the ease of this product. I no longer have to soak and scrub." —Mcarpino5

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.95.

    26. A stationary vacuum you can basically think of as the coolest dust pan in the world. Clean floors have never been so easy to achieve.

    GIF of reviewer sweeping dust into bagless vacuum
    GIF of reviewer sweeping dust into bagless vacuum

    After debris is collected into the vacuum's canister, an indicator light will turn on to let you know when the canister is full and ready to be emptied out. Pull the canister out and dump debris into the trash without spilling crumbs and dirt everywhere.

    Promising review: "I hate cleaning but get annoyed with the clumps of dog hair and bits of things on my kitchen floor...I usually just vacuum my tile with the vacuum which is a pain. This thing is so easy to just sweep things into and it sucks them right up. Sure it's more expensive than my actual vacuum but I've only had it three days and have used it two times." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $111.99+ (available in six colors).

    27. A portable paper soap set to ensure you always have soap on you at all times even if the restroom you're using doesn't have any. All you need is a little water to lather it into your hands and rinse it off, and you're good to go!

    several sheets of soap fanned out beside of the travel container
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Cute little containers that fit in your pocket. One piece lathers nicely. Great to have if traveling or just out and find yourself in a bathroom with no soap. Also great for campers. I do wish they were made in America though." —Nicki

    Get a pack of 200 from Amazon for $8.19.

    28. Stasher scrunchies you can fill with your fave little on-the-go items like lip balm or cash, and wear around your wrist or tie into your hair. 

    lip balm, pins, and other small items inside a reviewer's blue velvet scrunchie with zipper
    the scrunchie on reviewer's wrist

    Promising review: "LIFE CHANGER. I don't have to bring my whole purse with me anymore. This fits so much more than expected and the colors are perfect. The blue especially is beautiful. Good quality." —Tia

    Get a pack of three from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three colors).

    29. A no-splash nail clipper that'll catch your nail clippings and make it easier to properly dispose of them. Say goodbye to the days of having to search the room high and low for any stray nails — because there's always at least one mischievous one. 

    clippers with reservoir for clippings
    a model emptying the nail clippings into a tin
    Amazon

    The clippers have a file on the bottom and also come in a really nice case!

    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 $12.99.

    30. A veggie chopping tool so you can enjoy fresh diced onions in your meals without subjecting yourself to an endless flow of waterworks during prep. 

    reviewer using compact chopper to dice an onion
    hand pouring diced onion out of opening

    Promising reviews: "LOVE this chopper for NO TEARS onion dicing! I just followed the photo guide on which way to cut the onion in half, and the whole thing was diced with two pushes of the lid. The onion was then stored in the lower level until I was ready and it poured cleanly into the pan. I've also used it to easily cut a poblano pepper." —RDD

    Get it from Amazon for $22.95.

    31. A pair of washable mop slippers because let's face it — mopping = a very boring task. However, mopping your floors without realizing you're even mopping your floors because you're wearing cute slippers on your walk to your pantry? That's art. 

    a reviewer wearing a pair of teddy bear mop slippers
    reviewer wears same white and tan mop slippers with cute bear design

    Promising review: "I love this so much. It feels a lot like hotel slippers but less flimsy because of the mop part. You will not feel like you’re wearing a mop when wearing these. I have hardwood floors so I vacuum a lot and rarely mop. These work so well in getting the dirt off the floor just by walking around doing your daily thing. I just throw the whole thing in the wash when it gets dirty!" —passionfrootgreentea

    Get them from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in four sizes and in 17 styles).

    32. A scrunchie holder to help finally put an end to the mysterious disappearance of every scrunchie you've ever bought. No, of course, I don't misplace my scrunchies around the house and forget where I put them. Isn't it obvious they grew legs and decided to leave? 

    wooden sticks with square base
    Regan Diana Designs / Etsy

    Regan Diana Designs is a small business based in Dade City, Florida that sells this super useful scrunchie holder and super cute/trendy scrunchies! 

    Promising review: "I LOVE these! I bought two because I have a lot of scrunchies. They are perfect and very well-made!" —Delaney

    Get it from Regan Diana Designs on Etsy $15.99+ (available in two wood types and with or without personalization).

    33. A portable digital luggage scale because the year is 2023 and it's time we put an end to that gut-wrenching moment the airline counter tells you your suitcase is a few pounds over the weight limit. Being forced to transfer your things from your suitcase into your carry-on in the middle of the terminal for everyone to see is dreadful. 

    I simply do not need the entire JetBlue terminal judging me for being so indecisive that I felt the need to pack my entire closet into my suitcase.   

    Promising review: "This luggage scale is so handy and is great for weighing your luggage. I was a little concerned before I got it because I wasn't sure how accurate it would be. When I used it when I went on vacation, it was dead-on to what the airport said, so I highly recommend this. Plus, it’s easy to pack in your bags." —Teresa Daniels

    Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in six colors).

    34. A scrap collector you can attach to a cutting board or your kitchen counter to make cleanup after meal prep a faster process. This also makes it easier to utilize those food scraps for compost so it's a great way to help the environment, too!

    the green bin attached to a kitchen countertop
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I am one of the messiest cooks in the world. When I get done, I usually have scraps around my feet where I have knocked bits of veggies off the counter. I've looked for a long time for something to take care of the problem, but everything seemed like overkill. This container is perfect. It's just the right size. I attach it parallel with my belly, and all the stuff that usually hits the floor, goes in the container. Plus, I can wipe the counter into it, empty it in the trash, and pop it in the dishwasher." —Patricia Logos

    Get it from Amazon for $23.70+ (available in two colors).

    35. Blind-spot mirrors that'll allow you to spend less time perfecting your parallel park and more time doing whatever it is you had to parallel park for.

    The blind spot mirror attached to a rearview mirror showing more closely, how much room is next to the car door
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I bought these for my mom's car and mine a while ago and these little things are great. Since I got my license I've hated merging or switching lanes; I never felt good or safe doing it. Since having these its been a blessing, I feel less like a scared new driver. I'm currently encouraging my sister and friends to invest in these too! These are also great for backing up, because you can see exactly how close you are to hitting the car behind, and it's helpful when I parallel park in the city." —Mariam Abass

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $6.99 (available in four shapes).

    36. A toothpaste holder and squeezer so you can ensure you're utilizing every last drop before needing to stock up on more. 

    reviewer photo of toothpaste in the holder
    reviewer holding the toothpaste in holder

    There have been mornings when I think I've run out of the toothpaste and then am forced to have bad breath BUT! There is always some toothpaste left — you just have to squeeze it out.

    Promising review: "This device is ingenious! Wished I’d known this product existed sooner. I use Arm & Hammer toothpaste, which still comes in the standard small cap so having it propped up behind the bathroom cabinet was impossible. Now, problem solved. It’s a small invention that made a positive impact. I thank the person who thought of it." —Jl33NYC

    Get it from Amazon for $7.

    37. A stainless-steel odor-absorbing soap bar because garlic, onion, and fish may taste delicious in your meal, but their smell is pretty yucky, ESPECIALLY when lingering on your hands hours after cooking. 

    The soap bar-shaped stainless steel, with the text
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I always thought it was a hoax that a piece of steel could remove kitchen odors (like from chopping onions or garlic). I am happy to report that it totally works. Handle all the stinky food you want — even nonfood odors — and then wash your hands with this steel bar. No soap. No perfume. It just removes the odor nearly instantly. Little bar is reasonably priced as well. Best gadget I've bought in years." —Deb

    Get it from Amazon for $9.59.

    38. A convertible maxi dress that can be styled in 24 different ways. And the best part? It costs less than $30. One dress has you covered for all of your upcoming special events. You're welcome.

    reviewer wearing the pink version in several different sleeveless, halter, one-shoulder, and strapless styles
    reviewers wearing the lilac and pink versions with the straps tied in the back to make one-shoulder and racerback styles

    This would also make a great option as a bridesmaid dress — choose the color(s) you want your bridal party to wear and then leave it up to them to pick the way they'd like to wear it. 

    Promising review: "I've ordered five different kinds of convertible dresses and this is by FAR the best! The fabric is thicker than others I've tried and the construction is impressive, especially for the cost! I love that front ties overlap, which makes it much more modest than many of the others! I'm 5'4" and the length of the small was absolutely perfect!" —Enewbie

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in 15 colors and women's sizes S–XL). 

    39. A charger name tag so you know which cord is actually yours and don't end up with the wrong one or worse...someone else taking yours. 

    colorful pink, blue, and orange name tags that say
    Delightful Luna / Etsy

    Plus!!! It comes with a charger!

    Delightful Luna is a small business based in Stedman, North Carolina that sells super cool 3D-printed accessories. 

    Promising review: "They are perfect! Now my BF won’t steal my charger anymore. They clip so well!" —Etsy Customer

    Get it from Delightful Luna on Etsy for $6.25+ (available in two charger types and 16 colors).

    40. Deodorant remover sponges because nothing sets a negative tone for the day quite like not being able to wear the outfit you want thanks to white stains on it. Why are we being punished for trying to keep our pits fresh? Just give the stains a few swipes with a sponge and be on your merry way. 

    reviewer photo of two round pink deodorant sponges
    reviewer photo of deodorant stain on a sweater
    the same reviewer's sweater now free of the stain after using the sponges

    And then I always try to get it off with a Kleenex, then I get little fibers all over. No, these sponges are a far smarter bet.

    Promising review: "I'm not really sure what else to say about this besides that it works! I change clothes frequently so this product is a godsend. Gets the deodorant stains right out!" —Amazon Customer

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.44.

    41. A liquid latex guard so you can simply peel off nail polish remnants you accidentally get on your skin rather than your nail. It doesn't matter how in-the-zone I am when I paint my nails, I ALWAYS manage to paint a little bit off my nail at some point. 

    finger with white liquid around nail
    reviewer uses stamp on nail with liquid around it
    nails looking cool with gradient stamp design after liquid is peeled off

    Promising review: "If you do nail art or want to perfect your nail polishing skills, this is the product for you. Easy to use, dries sparkly so you know it’s dry, easy peel-off in one piece, and a clean finish. I do a lot of nail art and stamping. Some of the stamping polishes are really hard to get off the cuticle but with this, they come off cleanly. Helps when I do my toes, too, if I get a little messy, the mess comes off with the latex. You can also switch the brush so you don’t waste the bottle when the brush gets clumpy." —Diannah S.

    Get it from Amazon for $9.75+ (available in two options).

    42. Wine drops for adding to your fave glass of vino so you can potentially prevent the dreaded wine headache that follows. 

    BuzzFeed editor putting drops into glass of red wine
    The drop it bottle in editor's hand
    Emma Lord / BuzzFeed

    Drop It recommends 1–2 drops for each glass of white wine, 2–3 for a glass of red, and 7–9 if you're treating the whole bottle at once. Once it's in the glass, swirl lightly for 20 seconds, and you're good to go.

    Promising review: "I became really sensitive to wine in my 30s and through a lot of trial and painful error, I thought I might have to give up on wine altogether. Then I found out about the preservatives being a possible cause and decided to give this product a shot. So glad I did!! I'm still pretty sensitive to reds but this helps tremendously so that I can have a glass with dinner without a headache immediately settling in. Whites cause me no problem what so ever! I love that it takes so little product to make a difference to a whole bottle. Just a few drops, a few minutes and we are good to go." —CastawayIrons

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

    43. An egg separator you attach to a bowl to help separate egg whites and yolk and to prevent shells from sneaking their way into your delicious omelets or cookies. 

    hand cracking an egg on the yellow and white egg-shaped separator attached to the rim of a bowl
    the separator holding a yolk with whites in the bowl
    Amazon

    It's also top-rack dishwasher safe!

    Promising review: "I love the way this egg separator sits right on the rim of my skillet. I can break my eggs into the separator and scramble the whites after separating my three eggs. I bought two to always have a clean one. I wash them in the top rack of my dishwasher. They are so easy to use and then rinse and put right in the dishwasher. I like this egg separator so much I bought one for each of my two daughters-in-law." —Sue B.

    Get it from Amazon for $7.97.

    44. Light-dimming stickers, because while you obviously adore your technology, you don't necessarily love the LED lights that radiate from it and keep you awake at night.

    These dim 50–80% of light! They're super easy to use. All you have to do is just peel and stick, and they don't leave any sticky residue, so you can remove any time you need with ease. Plus, they can always be cut or adjusted to your preferences/needs.

    Promising review: "This is the best thing you never knew you needed. I own a digital clock with the numbers displayed in red LED light, and every night I've blocked the light with a cover so it doesn't shine in my eyes as I sleep. Silly I know, but I like my room pitch black and cave-like. On a whim I bought this product. OH MY GOD! Game changer!! For the first night EVER I didn't have to cover the clock display before I went to bed!! I had no idea how big a difference this little dimmer could make, but I'm more than pleased with the result. I can still see the time display just fine, but now my room is a happy cave! Some commenters argue you could get the same effect using electrical tape but this product is easy to remove and doesn't leave a sticky residue at all, which can't be said for most tapes. I did notice a slight lag in response when I covered my TV LED sensor, so if you're trying to block something that actually senses inputs I would maybe not suggest this. Other than that, excellent product!" —Logan M

    Get a pack of 100 from Amazon for $2.89.

    45. An automatic pot stirrer so you ensure your food is properly stirred while focusing on other more important things while cooking like preparing other parts of the meal, drinking a glass of wine, or catching up on a Netflix show. 

    The device self-adjusts to fit pots from 6–12 inches in diameter and 3–9 inches in depth. The motor will stir for up to 13 hours per charge and then only takes 30 minutes to recharge.

    Promising review: "I love this device. It will stir your soups, sauces, and candies all day without a complaint or tiring. Now I cook things that I enjoyed serving and eat but hated all that stirring. No more burnt pots and ruined recipes due to under-stirring. It’s a little costly, but once you use it, you will never be without it. I may even buy another one to handle all of my stirring. This would also make a perfect gift." —Steve Bruss

    Get it from Amazon for $67.57.

    Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.