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    32 Products Under $20 You’ll Find More Useful Than You Can Possibly Know

    You don't need to break the bank to get problem-solving products.

    1. An exfoliating glove that'll help you bring the spa experience home. Easily lift away dead skin to reveal soft and healthy skin.

    Reviewer with shower mitt on hand
    Reviewer's leg with dead skin

    Promising review: "You might think you're exfoliating your skin but TRUST ME, you haven't been. You'll be SHOCKED and maybe even a little disgusted when you see how much skin comes off on these gloves the first time you use them. Take a long, warm shower, then, with no soap, use these mitts after you're all rinsed off. Scrub your body well in a circular motion. Then look at the mitts! They'll look like they've been sprinkled with flour! You'll never get that much skin off your body again with subsequent uses, so don't forget to look because it's incredible. And get ready to be bowled over when you dry off. Hello softness!!!" —isaidso

    Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (also available in a pack of two).

    2. A revitalizing hair protein treatment for conditioning and repairing dry, damaged, and over-processed hair. TBH I'm already obsessed with your hair evolution!

    GIF of reviewer shaking their long, shiny hair
    image of reviewer with healthy and shiny curly hair

    Promising review: "My hair used to be really soft, and then I discovered hot tools and hair dye. While my hair looks good, I have really missed my hair's soft texture. This treatment works so well. There are no instructions on the box but I washed my hair with my usual shampoo, towel-dried it, worked about two quarter-sized dollops through my hair, let it sit for 20 minutes, and then rinsed out. I went to bed with wet hair, which usually results in my hair being kind of tangled and rough looking. When I woke up, my hair was as soft and silky as it was before I started coloring it. I'm totally in love with this product! I have long, fine hair, but this doesn't leave it greasy or weigh it down. I'll definitely buy again." —Ellie

    Get it from Amazon for $7.62.

    3. A water-based instant carpet spot remover because all of life's little messes should be quick and easy to clean. Say goodbye to those stubborn wine, pet, coffee, food, and dirt stains!

    reviewer before image of a huge dark stain in a beige car
    reviewer after image of the stain completely gone

    Promising reviews: "I am really impressed by this carpet spot remover. I haven’t found anything that works as well. I used it on pet stains that were months old. One treatment with this and they were gone. Works exactly as promised." —Diana L. Williams

    "I seldom write product reviews but I will in this case. The only reason I'm giving the Folex 5 stars is because there's no place to give it 10. My dog, Sweetie, while playing on the tan carpeting in the family room, got hold of a blue Pilot G2 pen and chewed through the outer casing and through the ink cartridge, leaving an approximately 6-inch-by-12-inch area of carpeting splotched with blue ink. It took four or five applications, but following the label instructions to the letter, the spot was totally removed. Way to go Folex. Outstanding!" —Bob

    Get it from Amazon for $6.65+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).

    4. A set of bedsheet detanglers from Shark Tank so you can stop spending hours in the jungle of your laundry trying to not get devoured by fitted sheets. These will also ensure your sheets actually dry instead of coming out like a moist hairball.

    Wad-Free is a woman-owned small business working to make sure your laundry day isn't in vain! After wasting time and energy on wadding problems, Cyndi Bray invented Wad-Free for bedsheets.

    Promising review: "It's a miracle product! Oh my gosh, I only had to run the dryer one time to dry the sheets instead of my usual four times. They looked cleaner too!" —Bonnie

    "I was mildly skeptical, but it works exactly as promoted! I've used it five times and each time there's been no twisting of the sheets and no pillowcases balled up and still wet when the dryer goes off. Super helpful that it comes with two units, one for the top sheet and one for the fitted sheet so I don't have to split them into separate loads. I no longer dread washing sheets and plan to buy some of these as gifts. LOVE it!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Wad-Free on Amazon for $19.99.

    5. stain remover providing a safe and effective way to get rid of those grass, blood, wine, chocolate, and makeup spots and smears. Whether the stains are old are new, they'll be gone in the blink of an eye!

    reviewer before image of a pair of stained baseball pants
    reviewer after image of the pants completely stain-free

    Promising review: "I'm always skeptical of these kinds of products, but I went ahead and decided to give this stain remover a chance because I have clothes that have small grease spots from cooking that I never notice until after I've already washed them. I used this on those items (which have already gone through the dryer several times), as well as my trusty old 'period panties' that hide in the back of my drawer. I sprayed it on the stains pretty generously, let it sit for a few hours, and then washed them as I usually do. When I took everything out of the dryer, the stains were gone! I have never seen such results from anything I've used before, including all of the big name stain removers that claim to be the best. This product will remain a staple in my laundry room forever!" —Kerry

    Read our full Puracy Natural Stain Remover review.

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three sizes).

    6. A flexible drain snake that'll descend into the pits of your drain and pull out the monstrous blobs of hair and gunk that have turned too many showers into swamps.

    A model feeding the drain snake down the drain and using the handle to turn it
    reviewer image of the end of the drain snake covered in hair and gunk

    This pack contains a reusable handle and five single-use heads that you just remove and dispose of after handling your clogged pipes.

    Promising review: "Wow. Best thing ever. Seriously. I have had tweezers and sticks and plumbers and chemicals trying to get my master sink to drain. Plumber even said I need an entirely new faucet to get the drain plug part because they don't sell those separately. Well, I have two sinks, a tub, and shower that all match so that was not a valid solution. Doubt I can find the same model. So I bought this thing, stuffed it down, and pulled up hair and black muck. Did it about eight times quickly, ran the water, went right down the drain. Seriously. This is the best tool ever and the best $20 I have ever spent. Everyone with a sink needs this tool. Seriously." —juliejules

    Get a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99.

    7. And a stainless-steel TubShroom famous for preventing massive hunks of hair and grime from growing and gaining sentience in our drains.

    I went through a few drain protectors before I finally succumbed to the power that is the stainless-steel TubShroom. It's durable and works really well. It just does its job! And we love to see it!

    Promising review: "This is my second one, and I will keep buying these for my tubs and sinks as needed. They catch much more hair than one might think, and have prevented drain clogs in my house for years! HIGHLY recommended!" —Mr86GT

    Get it from Amazon for $11.52.

    8. A magnetic visual grocery list because writing a list is so passé. Just circle the things you know you need and voilà! Grocery shopping made easy. And since it's magnetic, keep this on your fridge for easy access.

    the visual grocery list
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I bought this for my 87-year-old dad who doesn't go out to the market anymore since the pandemic. I do his shopping but his lists were so disorganized. Now he can circle what he wants and add any specifics on the side. And I don't have to go through his list over and over as I try to get everything on it. Plus the drawings prompt his memory for items he wants. I'm very pleased with this purchase." —pat

    Get it from Amazon for $12.95.

    9. A sleek and easy-to-use touchless thermometer so you can check baby's temperature even when they're sleeping. Staying on top of their health just got a little easier.

    The forehead thermometer in white
    Reviewer taking temperature of their child

    Promising review: "This is a great thermometer — accurate, looks great, a must-have! If you have kids, forget about sticking a thermometer in their ears. I have four kids now and a thermometer is a must have. Hold this thing close to the forehead, push the button, and you get a reading in about one second. This thing looks good, feels good, and is accurate. We’ve used multiple thermometers in the past. The head scanner that you run across the forehead...no good. In-ear thermometers...accurate, but expect a battle. Rectal thermometers...very accurate, but expect a war. This is the easiest one out of all of them. We find it especially useful when we need the quick 'I don’t feel that great' check. Overall, highly recommend!"—BearDownChi1

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

    10. A six-outlet wall charger designed to house larger chargers as well as USBs (and those ports offer fast-charging). It even functions as a night-light if you tend to work into the wee hours.

    Reviewer turning the light on and off the charger with items plugged in
    Charger with several large plugs in it

    Promising review: "Love this. I have many items to plug in now that I have to office at home. There’s plenty of room to plug in two laptops, a computer, a monitor and my Alexa safely. It’s a little bulkier than I was expecting but that is due to the room your items will need." —Jennifer

    Get it from Amazon for $17.97.

    11. A rose gold rechargeable electric lighter that's also wind- and moisture-proof because lighting a candle, campfire, or joint on a windy day shouldn't feel like an Olympic event.

    A rose gold lighter with an electric current
    BuzzFeed editor lighting a candle
    Emma Lord / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "Works like a charm. I saw this on a TikTok and knew immediately that I needed it. I love candles and this is so much better than a match or lighter. It’s kept a charge for months. I use it several times a month." —dwhite3012

    You can read our Leejie electric lighter review for more deets!

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

    12. A skin-repairing body oil chock-full of natural oils good for reducing the appearance of scars and stretch marks. Its skin-renewal formula will help fade acne scars, surgery scars, and so much more!

    side by side before and after reviewer images of a hand with scarring that disappears
    image of lower half of reviewer's face covered in red scars from shingles
    image of the same reviewer with no scars on their face

    Just make sure to use sunscreen with this since it can make you a bit more sensitive to the sun.

    Promising review: "Bio-Oil is the BEST skin product on the market. I use it as a twice a day — morning and before I go to bed. Small lines have disappeared. My skin is very smooth and seems to glow. A doctor recommended this to one of my friends who told me about it. I have bought several bottles as gifts. Be patient. It will take a few months for you to see notice the changes. I am 71 years old. No one paid me to write this." —Amazon Customer

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

    13. A reusable medication tracker — now you'll never again forget whether you took your meds or not. Just stick this to any prescription bottle and slide the indicators left and right. 

    Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? I love it. This is a lifesaver! I’ve been looking for something like this for years. I always forget 10 minutes later if I actually took my medicine or just put it down. I’ve tried so many different ways, making marks on the bottle, making stickers, and other pill containers. None ever work. And pill containers are so bulky when I only need one pill." —Niki

    Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99.

    14. A pack of Affresh dishwasher cleaner tablets so you don't risk limescale and mineral buildup affecting your dishwasher's performance. Because if a dishwasher can't properly wash dishes...it's essentially just a wet cabinet.

    reviewer before image of a dirty dishwasher
    reviewer after image of the same dishwasher now clean

    Promising review: “I started getting white streaks all over my dishes; that never happened before. I thought it was my detergent and changed it, but no difference. Clean dishes with this weird white film on them. I'd wash them by hand, then put them back in the dishwasher, and white film again! Then I did an internet search to figure out what was going on (a dishwasher is an incredibly simple piece of machinery) and found this! Bought it. Used it. My dishes are clean again!” —Carey Holzman

    Get six tablets from Amazon for $8.99.

    15. A curly hair children's leave-in detangling conditioner made with jojoba oil, vitamin B5, and plum seed oil to make wash day for your little one waaaay easier.

    Promising review: "This has been a lifesaver for thick, somewhat fine, curly hair that tangles and elicits the screams of a banshee when brushed with a wet brush and any other detangling product or oil. We've tried at least six different ones, including making our own with coconut oil/grapeseed oil/conditioner, which just resulted in oily tangles. This spray is now on our subscriptions and all our kids ask for me to use it." —happyshopper

    Get it from Amazon for $9.69.

    16. A cute detangling brush that'll glide through wet or dry hair, removing knots as it goes. Whether you need it for you or your little one, it'll get the job done without so much as a single "ouch."

    reviewer holding the turquoise detangling brush
    before and after images of a reviewer's tangled hair becoming smooth and tangle-free

    Promising review: “I'm a single dad of a 6-year-old girl and combing her hair is the hardest part of taking care of her. She gets really bad knots in her hair. This brush is the only thing that has ever worked. Thank you so much. She even likes to brush her own hair now.” —Eric Phan

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

    17. A rotating timer if you need a little external help to meet your deadlines.

    BuzzFeed Shopping member's picture of the rotating timer
    Same BuzzFeed Shopping member's gif of turning the timer to start it
    Yi Yang / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "I seriously want to rave about this timer/clock. It's the funkiest most awesome clock and timer. I bought it to specifically GET MY KIDS OUT OF THE HOUSE TO SCHOOL ON TIME. They consistently won't be ready every morning without me hollering 10 minutes! Five minutes! If I missed these call outs, no one was ready on time. Now, the alarm goes off and they know what that means. I flip the hexagon to 15 minutes then beep beep beep! It's loud but not obnoxious and everyone can hear it from the bedroom. Flip again for five more minutes. When it goes off again, I'm going for my keys. Better be ready, kiddos! LIFE IS BETTER with my ZNEWTECH HEXAGON DIGITAL Timer & Alarm!!!!" —77Keys

    Check out my coworker's hexagonal productivity timer review for more on how she uses this to get more done and help the day go by faster.

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 30 and 60 minutes and in three colors).

    18. A pack of heel protectors because you shouldn't have to suffer the pangs of plantar fasciitis or cracked heels when you're just trying to live your life. These breathable, silicone cushions will help you stand on your feet for as long as you need.

    Promising reviews: “I got these because my heels are tough and callused. I hate wearing shoes, so my feet end up in need of extra help. Heel cups do a really good job of softening the tough skin on my heels. They're extremely easy to put on and take off. The best part is that they don't pick up dust, dirt, dog hair, lint, etc. These make my heels feel pampered.” —The OG Elf

    "These foot pads have been wonderful for my feet. A few years ago I was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis and definitely needed a bunch more padding around my heel and arch!!!! I wear these pads with shoes and socks during the day and it really provides extra comfort for my heel especially when they're throbbing!!! The extra softness and cushion has made a huge difference in my heels!" —Jenn Butterfield

    Get five pairs from Amazon for $9.99.

    19. A poop bag holder so you don't have to rummage through your pockets for something uhhh durable enough to pick up your pup's poop.

    The black poop bag holder attached to a leash
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I went through so many junky plastic dog bag holders that easily break or pop open (despite their screw tops). Someone really put a lot of good work into this bag. Strong zipper, flexible nylon material, and reinforced seams. The most practical feature of course is the carabiner clip. I'd highly recommend this product to anyone." —Jamie Cook

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    20. A pack of six self-adhesive cable clips to help keep your work space organized since all of your devices' charger cords are currently tangled in an impossible knot.

    Promising review: "These are so cool! My husband and I both work from home and have tons of charging cords for us and our kids and they’re usually just dangling around. These help us keep those organized and neat, making them not only look better but easier to find." —Milica P.

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $7.97.

    21. A small reusable ball with a sticky insert that'll keep dirt and crumbs from littering the bottom of your purse. When the ball gets too full, just remove and rinse the insert and you're good to go!

    the pink ball in a purse
    Amazon

    Promising review: “These are THE BEST. They collect so much dirt and dust from my tote bag and keep everything clean. It's super small and easy to clean as well!! Buy it now!” —SueMagoo29 

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in three colors).

    22. Cleaning putty for getting into the cracks in your car or keyboard where McDonald's crumbs fell and started their own society.

    Model using putty to clean keyboard
    reviewer image of a standing fan that's half clean and half covered in dust

    Promising review: "This product does exactly what it says it does. I recently got a new car and was looking for something to easily pick up dust. I saw this product from TikTok. I was surprised at how easily it picks up dust and small debris, especially from inside of vents and cup holders. It’s also great for the touchscreen in my car! The only complaint is the very artificial smell when you use it. It doesn’t last, just when it’s out of the container!" —Loren

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99.

    23. The Pink Stuff cleaning paste because no one else is gonna clean up your sticky saucepans, streaky stainless steel, or gunked-up glass. This versatile and easy-to-use cleaner has got you covered, from your caked-on stove top to your dirty rain boots.

    reviewer image of a stainless steel sink half covered in dark stains and the other half completely clean
    before reviewer image of a blackened pot
    after reviewer image of the same pot now clean and sparkling

    Promising reviews: "I have never seen my sink so clean! It removed the limescale with a regular wash cloth and a little scrubbing." —Cndrla

    "I need this in bulk!! I have tried so many cleaning solutions to get out hard cooking stains on my stove top and nothing worked! This stuff took it right out without a problem!!" —Micaela Gunderson

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

    24. car seat buckle release tool with a soft grip so getting Baby out of their seat is faster and easier. It can also be used on strollers, high chairs, and more!

    an Unbuckle Me in the palm of a model's hand with text that reads
    reviewer with a manicure holding the pink unbuckleme

    UnbuckleMe is a small biz making it easier for tots to get out of car seats, strollers and more. They were even featured on Shark Tank!

    Got a manicure? This will make sure you don't break your nails trying to get your kid out of their stroller.

    Promising review: “My wife has arthritis and it is very difficult for her to unbuckle our granddaughter's car seat. She saw this item on Shark Tank and said, 'Order this for me.' So I did and when it came we happened to be babysitting our granddaughter and we had to run errands. When we reached our destination my wife used the UnbuckleMe and in seconds the car seat was unlatched, whereas she would have struggled with it for minutes at a time. GREAT IDEA and GREAT PRODUCT.” —MJB 

    Get it from UnbuckleMe on Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors).

    25. A set of wood-repairing markers and wax sticks if that annoyingly huge scratch on your lovely coffee table is your Joker origin story. Just take one of these markers and color over any imperfections. Once it's dry, your furniture will be free of any annoying scuffs, nicks, and scrapes!

    Wood with a large scratch and some smaller dings
    The scratch filled in so it's hardly noticeable and the dings now invisible

    Promising review: "For $10 you can cover up so many scratches that you couldn't buy a house big enough to run out of ink. I've had this for just four hours, but I fixed a table that was scratched when I moved it, kitchen cabinets, chairs, a wine rack, and some hardwood flooring. It does a good job at covering the scratches to a point where you have to stare at a spot to notice it, but don't expect it to make your furniture to look brand new again. But for $10 you can make your furniture look reasonable! Would highly recommend to anyone who has pets who scratch the !@#$ out of their wood furniture." —Phaedrus

    Get six markers, six wax sticks, and a sharpener from Amazon for $8.99.

    26. A pack of teeth-whitening pens to get rid of coffee and wine stains for far less money than you might've thought. This pen's soft-bristle brush is perfect for anyone with sensitive teeth. It even makes application as easy as saying CHEESE!

    Promising review: “I was hesitant to try a new teeth-whitening product after using harsh whitening strips that caused pain and lingering sensitivity. But, as a coffee and red wine drinker, I wanted to find a solution. This teeth-whitening pen is terrific. Easy to use, works well and does not have the downside of either the strips or the $450 option at the dentist. I also really love this product since whitening my front teeth is the objective. It is a great value as I anticipate the two pens that are included will last one year. I will definitely buy this again and am very happy to recommend it.” —Rebecca Shehee

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

    27. A fume-free oven cleaner so powerful you might just convince yourself you went against your new landlord's wishes and bought a new oven. This heavy-duty cleaner can remove grime, stains, and caked-on food in 30 seconds!

    side by side reviewer before and after images of a stained oven becoming spotlessly clean
    before reviewer image of an oven covered with stains
    after reviewer image of the same oven now sparklingly clean

    Promising review: "This stuff is awesome! My oven was setting off our (apartment) smoke detector every time I would preheat it, so I knew it was time to clean it. I have never cleaned an oven before, so I searched Pinterest for tips and I found this product. It works VERY well!" —Sadie

    Get it from Amazon for $11.18.

    28. Downy Wrinkle Releaser fabric spray in case you have no time, space, or energy to iron. That's not a problem! Just spray, smooth, and hang to dry for wrinkle-free clothes in no time flat!

    Promising review: "I LOVE this stuff. Very easy to use, works fast, smells great. I do not use an iron anymore. It works pretty much instantly but if you leave it overnight the results are even better." —Sage

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.88.

    29. A large water bottle with motivational quotes to help make sure you get your recommended daily water intake.

    a reviewer holding the water bottle
    a review photo with a closeup of the top of the bottle

    Promising reviews: "DANG this water bottle is gorgeous and huge! The pictures do it no justice. So happy to have a bottle that I don't have to keep refilling all day!" —Lizzi Pizzo

    "The quality of this bottle is fantastic. The bottle is soft and has some give to it. The straw is a really neat design and helps me drink more water. It squishes right down when you snap shut. I didn’t realize it has a small slide lock on the open button, which is a plus with little kids! The handle is very very helpful for the size! I would recommend!" —Ariel Nall

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

    30. An aromatherapy roll-on migraine stick made with a blend of soothing essential oils if you need help targeting those screen-induced headaches and desk-induced neck pains.

    essential oil stick the size and shape of a Chapstick lip balm with a white top and a white label
    close-up of a BuzzFeed editor applying the essential oil stick to the back of her neck
    close-up of same BuzzFeed editor applying the essential oil stick to her forehead
    BuzzFeed, Yi Yang / BuzzFeed

    If you want more deets on this then read our Migrastil migraine stick review!

    Promising review: "I have had tension and migraine headaches for around 20 years. I have tried everything. OTC medication, prescription medication, pain injections, chiropractors, etc... This topical oil has given me relief for nearly six weeks now. I have only had two to three headaches in that time and they were mild. I ordered more already so I have some in my car and at home. I also bought some for two of my friends who suffer from chronic migraines. I would recommend this product to anyone with migraines. It is phenomenal." —Mary D.

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

    31. A weekly planner mouse pad so you can easily keep track of your to-dos throughout the busy work day. There's a handy slot for a pen at the top, as well as lined sections for each day of the week, so you can fully flesh out your weekly agenda. 

    Amazon

    Promising review: "The calendar is incredibly handy for keeping track of projects at work. There's plenty of room for writing down daily tasks — I've been known to cram in several tasks in a day's column for particularly busy weeks. The spot for the pen is really handy, too. And I love the positive affirmations for each day! The whole thing is a great vibe for the week. Quality wise this product is excellent. The paper is sturdy, and each week tears off easily from the side. It arrived plastic-wrapped and in good condition." —Katie Marie

    Get it from Amazon for $9.65 (available in six other designs).

    32. A pair of comfy blue light–blocking glasses designed to help reduce eye strain, fatigue, and headaches. Because if we can't stop staring at screens, we might as well feel like professional hackers on an Ocean's Eleven-type mission.

    reviewer wearing clear blue light glasses
    reviewer image wearing the leopard print blue light glasses

    Promising review: “I absolutely love this product!! I use my laptop to do most of my work, so I'm constantly staring at my screen. After two weeks, I noticed my eyes were straining to read the screen and I began having migraines. Within a couple of days of using these glasses, I saw huge results. I wasn't squinting as much and my headaches gradually disappeared. I highly recommend.” —dannag

    Get two pairs of glasses from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in nine color combinations).

    The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.