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    65 Brilliant Little Products That'll Help You Work Smarter, Not Harder

    Because life is hard enough already.

    1. This TubShroom drain protector with over 24,000 reviews (!!!) that will help capture all gross shower debris. This is PEAK #grossbutsatisfying.

    2. A pet bathing tool that'll make your pupper's bathtime a lot less stressful (for both you AND your pet). Your doggo will think you're petting them, but IN REALITY, you'll be giving them a thorough scrubbin'.

    3. A ravioli maker that'll take the strain and effort out of whipping up a batch of these delicious pockets. This maker will ensure you get uniform results every time.

    4. A pocket-sized espresso maker that makes brewing a hot, delicious cup of espresso easy, peasy, coffee squeezy. It's designed to be completely portable — and you don't need any electricity or batteries, either.

    5. These self-watering plant pots that use a cotton rope uptake system to not only eliminate the need for daily waterings, but also keep you from drowning your plants.

    6. This flexible drain millipede that will help you snake a clogged drain with ease. The 4,000 micro-hooks will snag any gunk before it causes unfortunate plumbing problems. And with an extendable length of up to 18 inches, it'll wind around any bends and curves with ease.

    7. This cast iron garlic roaster that'll help take the guesswork out of making these little golden nuggets. It even comes with a silicone squeezer to help extract them— goodbye, scorched fingertips!

    8. This cult-fave Batiste Dry Shampoo spray, because life is unpredictable and sometimes you need an instant refresh right now please. It also has a really refreshing scent to help mask any unpleasant smells your hair may have absorbed since its last wash.

    9. These no-tie shoelaces with over 6,000 reviews that'll help when you don't quite remember if the rabbit goes IN the hole or AROUND it (send help). They're suitable for every shoe, and just about every user!

    10. This compact cold brew coffee maker that takes the guesswork out of making your fave low-acid caffeinated beverage. It automatically starts brewing the moment it's placed over the carafe. Plus, the petite design won't clog up your counter or fridge.

    11. These nutrient-dense fertilizer spikes that will keep your greenery happy and healthy (even when you forget to water them). They can even help revive those on the verge of death, and save you from unnecessary plant funerals.

    12. This set of lazy kitchen tools that'll rest easily on the edge of your cookware, and keep the rest of your kitchen free from sauce splatter (#bless). The durable silicone is heat resistant to 260°C, so don't stress if you forget about them when you pop your dish in the oven.

    13. This pore-cleansing face mask with over 2,000 (!!!) five-star reviews that feels like a powerwash for your face. Just make sure to limit use time to 10 minutes max to avoid irritation.

    14. This shirt folding board that'll help you work smarter, not harder. It will transform that ever-growing pile of clothes on your clothes chair (we all have one) into a neat, fresh-smelling stack worthy of Marie Kondo.

    15. An eggshell peeler that'll save you the trouble of picking every shell fleck off your hard-boiled eggs. Getting the entire shell off is as easy as cracking, inserting, and peeling.

    16. This miraculous cleaning goo that'll scoop up all the dust and crumbs from between the buttons on your keyboard. The slightly tacky and biodegradable material is lightly scented with lemon, and won't irritate skin, either!

    17. A salad chopper and bowl that can cut through cheese, veggies, fruit, and lettuce, so you can craft the perfect healthy meal with ease. Reviewers say it's a must-have if you're trying to eat more greens.

    18. A shaving apron that attaches to any bathroom mirror and catches all beard shrapnel before it coats your entire bathroom. You'll never have to pick all the little hairs from your countertop again.

    19. These waterproof packing pouches that'll streamline your packing process, and keep your luggage looking spick and span. The three main ones have handy mesh tops that'll allow you to see exactly what's inside, so finding what you're looking for has never been easier.

    20. This grabber tool will help you get a grip on things when life is just too much to handle. Remote stuck under the couch? Grab'er. Bag of snacks too far away? Grab'er.

    21. These microfibre mop slippers that'll get your floors clean before you even get a chance to extricate the mop out of the back of the closet. Consider dusty and grimy floors a thing of the past.

    22. This easy-to-use salad spinner that's as handy to have as it is fun to use. Unlike the salad spinners of the past, isn't crank-operated, so it requires basically zero effort.

    23. This all-in-one shampoo, conditioner, body, face, and beard wash for men that'll help shave entire MINUTES off your shower routine, leaving you free to lounge, relax, or catch up on Netflix.

    24. A divided cutlery holder that stacks your forks, knives, and spoons on top of each other. It only takes up a fraction of a drawer so you have more space for cooking tools and knickknacks.

    25. This sensor soap pump with over 200 five-star reviews that'll keep your counter from getting glopped up with dried soap. And since it's motion activated, you won't be sharing germs with everyone else in your house.

    26. A magnetic organization rack that'll fit right on the door of your fridge. It has space for jars, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and everything else you find yourself reaching for often.

    27. A portable dog paw cleaner that'll get your fur baby's paws squeaky clean after a messy walk in the park. All you need is a little bit of water to get things going. Plus, it's small enough to throw in your bag!

    28. This bathtub storage basket that'll keep all the lil' rubber duckies safely stored after bath time. Just pop it over the edges of the tub!

    29. This Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer that's the next best thing to having a celebrity hairstylist on call. It's a blowdryer, round brush, plus a slew of volumizing and smoothing products — all in one, easy-to-use tool.

    30. These rolling wire baskets that'll turn the unused space under your bed into an ideal hiding place for things like extra blankets, linens, thick sweaters, or just about anything else you can't find a place for. You'll be on a roll with tidying in no time.

    31. This handheld SharkNinja vacuum cleaner that'll help you keep your miscellaneous home messes to an absolute minimum while taking up a mere sliver of real estate.

    32. A makeup palette organizer so you can reach for your favourite with ease. It'll keep them from getting banged up and 🥺broken🥺 while you're digging around your makeup bag. Plus, it'll save you a TON of time!

    33. This toilet bowl brush with rubbery bristles that'll help give your toilet a deep scrub without collecting grime. The ventilated holder will keep toilet water from splashing all over your bathroom, too.

    34. A neat little squeegee that'll help keep your glass shower looking spick and span. And with a suction cup attachment, it'll help keep your space (and your shower) clear and tidy.

    35. These eco-friendly silicone swabs that you can use the same way as traditional cotton swabs. And since they're reusable, they're a way more sustainable alternative to cotton buds.

    36. These indexed plastic cutting boards that fit neatly into a plastic storage case, and will help keep your counter space neat and uncluttered. Each cutting board is labelled for a different raw food, too, to prevent cross contamination.

    37. This sandwich maker that's a one-stop-shop for breakfast. It can replace several frying pans AND a toaster, minimizing mess and clean-up.

    38. This grocery bag holder and dispenser that's perfect if you're the type of person who has 100 plastic bags stashed under their kitchen sink (ahem, me). It'll keep the bags organized, accessible, and will actually motivate you to reuse them.

    39. This Did You Feed the Dog? tracker that'll save you from wondering if your fluffy friend has already had breakfast or not. With the flick of a tab, you'll be able to keep track of when your fur baby eats (and make sure you never forget again).

    40. A set of nesting kitchen utensils that'll keep your most useful tools easily accessible. It has all the tools you need to whip up a delicious meal — just pop them back into the magnetic storage stand once you're done to keep things tidy!

    41. This food container lid organizing rack that'll prevent endlessly stressful mornings trying to match the container with its top. Much like socks, they always seem to end up un-paired.

    42. These small, but mighty Bioré deep cleansing pore strips that'll suck all the crap out of your pores. Bonus: They're SUPER satisfying to look at once removed!

    43. A pack of Mr. Clean Magic Erasers, because no one needs to know that your hard-boiled eggs exploded all over your kitchen because you got too distracted by Netflix (just me? Great).

    44. These stainless steel tongue scrapers will help remove all the toxins and bacteria left behind by regular brushing and flossing.