1. A pack of dual-sided SneakErasersif you didn't check the weather before leaving the house in your new, white sneaks...and then it rained...which led to walking in muddy puddles...which led to stains. These portable sponges just need a little water to be activated, and then you can say buh-bye to scuffs and marks!

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Sneakerasers is a small business that specializes in shoe care products. 

Promising review: "I have a couple of pairs of sneakers I stopped wearing because they started looking a bit grungy. Just couldn't justify throwing them away though, because they were still in great shape and not very old. I came across these sponges and took a chance. They work like a charm. I cleaned two pairs of shoes and could not believe the results! Awesome." —Spencer

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $11.29. 

2. A plant-based arnica bruise cream that's also formulated with vitamin K1, vitamin C, and horse chestnut extract, which could help lighten discoloration, brighten skin, and relieve inflammation. If you're a little accident-prone (or if you're like me, you just wake up with random bruises), this might be good to have on hand.

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Read more about topically applied arnica and how it may help with bruising and pain relief at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "Recently had to do daily Lovenox injections, which left multiple quarter- to half-dollar-size bruises on my thighs. Even though this is pricey, I was desperate and was astonished that it worked in about three days. Smaller bruises disappeared, and the large ones were substantially reduced. Having tried other arnica products before with 'meh' results, I was very impressed with this product's performance." —Casey

Get it from Amazon for $29.95.

3. A pack of cold sore healing patches containing hydrocolloids to help your skin heal faster. These discreet patches create a moist environment that could help relieve pain, reduce blistering, and prevent scabbing.

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Promising review: "I wish I had found these sooner!! These cold sores were probably the worst I’ve had and wouldn’t clear up or stop itching/hurting. I googled cold sore remedies, and these happened to pop up. After reading the reviews, I immediately ordered them. They came right on time, and I put them on before bed last night. It’s been less than 36 hours, and already these cold sores are healing up beautifully. I plan to order another pack or three, so I can keep one at home, one in my purse, and one in my locker at work so if I ever feel the warning tingle/itching of a new breakout, I can slap one of these bad boys on and get rid of it quickly! Highly recommend for my fellow cold sore sufferers." —Jessica Hill

Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $13.98+ (also available in a pack of 30).

4. A makeup-correcting stick because having to completely remove your makeup to correct a mistake wastes time you simply do not have. Plus, it's infused with anti-inflammatory vitamin E, which will help your face feel moisturized!

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Promising review: "Why didn’t someone think of this sooner? For years, I’ve been using cotton buds 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 $9.99.

5. A box of forest-inspired Band-Aids — these flexible fabric bandages will help you slay in one way after you've almost slain yourself in another. Each box contains bandages of three different sizes so you can perfectly adorn your wounds.

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Each box comes with 30 bandages in three different sizes.

Promising review: "These are SO cute and stay on for a long time! I’ve never really been a fan of plastic bandages, so these are my go-to when I’m looking for cloth bandages." —Jess

Get it from Amazon for $7.20.

6. An anti-bacterial butt acne-clearing lotion that contains tea tree oil to help prevent breakouts. It's especially helpful if the warmer temps give you swamp butt. Now, you may truly have a bottom as smooth as, well, a baby's bottom.

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Read more about tea tree oil and acne at Mayo Clinic.

Promising review: "This stuff is my FAVORITE !!! I get KP (bumpy skin) and breakouts on my rear, and this has made my skin noticeably softer, and the breakouts have been controlled! I use it morning and evening currently. I’ve even been traveling in 95-degree weather with sweat, and usually, that’d break my skin out more, but NOPE!!!! Not with this stuff 💯 I’ve tried sooo many products before without help. I will be repurchasing!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $24.99. 

7. A pack of bug bite patches designed with bug-magnet-y kids in mind. These patches contain hydrocolloid, aloe, and witch hazel to help with itchiness (but let's be real, they really just help make sure your little ones don't scratch themselves raw 😬).

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Quitch is a small business founded by moms who were tired of using bug spray on their kids! Adult reviewers are loving 'em, too!

Promising review: "I was honestly skeptical about buying these. My son (15 months) is too little for Benadryl or any anti-itch cream, so I bought them for our upcoming camping trip to try. Little did I know, they would come in handy sooner! My son got bitten by a mosquito near his eye. This caused major swelling and irritation. As mentioned, he’s too little for medicine. I put a patch on, and the results speak for themselves. I’m amazed, and they helped my son not scratch the area. They’re so little and super sticky, he doesn’t even notice it’s on. I added a photo of the patch about five hours after application, and you can see how full it is. I will definitely be purchasing again!" —Sierra

Get a 27-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in more multipacks).

8. Or a mom-made, Shark Tank-famous bug bite suction tool because you're excited about tank tops and short shorts but not the fact that you'll be exposed to some nasty bloodsuckers. It pretty much sucks the irritant out from under your skin so you can live an itch-free life.

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Promising review: "I am a magnet for bites of all kinds and carry topical and medicines with me at all times, so I figured this would be a good product to see if it really works. I woke up with a bug bite on my arm, so I used this little tool (three times per the instructions), and immediately after use, it stopped itching! Less than 24 hours later, the bite was gone! There is a very faint red mark from using the thing, but it's a small price to pay, IMO. Bottom line: It’s awesome. I’m carrying it with me everywhere!" —Rebecca

Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in five colors and multipacks).

9. A pair of portable USB-C cordless phone chargers if you're always on the go and don't always have access to an outlet when your phone drifts to a measly 15%. This little guy gives you at least one full charge, shows you how much battery it has left, AND can even prop your phone up for watching videos or shows. 

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While it's compatible with most Android phones, it is only compatible with iPhones 15 and 16. 

Promising review: "I love these portable chargers! They’re super compact and easy to toss in a bag or even a pocket. The built-in cable makes it so convenient — no extra cords to carry around. I’ve used them on road trips, at school, and during long errands, and they’ve saved me from a dead phone multiple times. The digital display showing the battery level is a great feature, too. Charges quickly and works well with both my iPhone and my partner’s Android. Highly recommend for anyone who’s always on the move!" —Heidi McBride

Get it from Amazon for $25.49.

10. An aromatherapy roll-on migraine stick containing a blend of essential oils to help target headaches. Rumor has it that it's easier to get through the day if your head doesn't feel like it's being split in two.

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Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "After reading an article on BuzzFeed that touted this product, I bought one for my boyfriend, who suffers from awful, frequent headaches. It WORKS. Not only does he swear by it, he has purchased them for his Mom and several friends. FANTASTIC." —SassySarah

Read my coworker's Migrastil Migraine Stick review for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $12.95.

11. A Tower 28 daily facial spray for helping calm and relieve hot, sunburned skin. Designed with sensitive skin in mind, this pH-balanced toner can be used any time of day and can even be used over makeup! Still not convinced? Well, they've received approval from the National Eczema Association, National Rosacea Society, and National Psoriasis Foundation!

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Tower 28 is an LA-based, Asian woman-owned small business creating vegan and cruelty-free beauty products for all skin types. 

Promising review: "This product is so amazing for when your skin feels like it’s burning or it’s irritated. It has such a calming factor to it, and I really like the 'saltwater' scent." —kealsc

Get it from Tower 28 on Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes) or Sephora for $12+ (available in three sizes).

12. A non-medicated herbal inhaler, because as much as you love the idea of road trips and cruise rides, the reality is that you never know when they're going to end up being nausea-inducing affairs. One side of this travel-sized must-have can be used as an inhaler, and the other side can be used to rub herbal oil onto your nose.

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Allclair is a small business! Read more about aromatherapy and its potential benefits for nausea at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "Took this on my first cruise. Anytime that I started to feel woozy, I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot — and breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!" —Willy&Lilly

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a pack of four). 

13. A Puracy stain remover spray that'll provide a safe and effective way to get rid of those grass, blood, wine, chocolate, and makeup spots and smears from your clothes, carpet, and more.

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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

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two sizes).

Read our full Puracy Natural Stain Remover review.

14. But if you wanna be prepared while on the go, here's a pack of three Tide stain remover pens you can keep in your purse for those uh-oh moments where you accidentally spill a little red wine or spaghetti sauce on yourself.

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Promising review: "Can remove practically any stains on fabric, including oily food stains or blood droplets, if you clean it right away. Handy to have these Tide pens in laundry rooms, cars, offices, or purses. We have one that’s more than five years old and still works like a charm! Highly recommended!" —5—7—5

Get them from Amazon for $7.88.

15. A super sturdy yet lightweight compact umbrella you'll want permanently packed in your bag or car for any sudden storms (the weather app can't be trusted). It's designed to withstand winds up to 45 mph because nothing sucks more than having a flimsy umbrella flip inside out due to a not-so-gentle breeze.

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Weatherman is a small business started by meteorologist Rick Reichmuth!

Promising review: "I went for a birthday trip to New York, and as we began walking to the Met, it began to rain. I can’t begin to tell you how many people I walked passed with umbrellas flailing in the wind, bending and breaking. This umbrella is small but STRONG. I can’t imagine the trip without it. Would purchase again for double the price." —Alexis

Get it from Amazon for $68.99 (available in eight colors).

16. A pack of hydrocolloid acne patches for combatting those early-stage zits and hidden pimples. These patches each have 395 dissolving micropoints specifically targeting blemishes before they become...an issue.

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Promising review: "I was honestly surprised by how well these work. I use them when I start to feel a pimple, and the patch keeps it from coming to the surface. I'm definitely going to buy more." —Hannah

Get eight patches from Amazon for $11.86.

17. An enzyme-activated pet odor and stain remover, because you never know when your new pup is gonna remember that their bathroom is outside. In addition to dealing with recent messes, you'll also be able to finally and fully reclaim your home from years-old dark spots on your couch and the scent of cat pee emanating from your rug.

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Promising review: "I never write reviews, but I'm writing one for this amazing spray!! I know what you're thinking. I thought the same: That's an awful lot to pay for a bottle of spray cleaner. I get it, and it's worth every penny!!! I have two large dogs who are potty-trained, however, my niece accidentally shut them in one of the spare rooms while we were upstairs (bless her tiny heart), so they took it upon themselves to hate-pee allllll over the carpet in there!! When we finally took a black light to the carpet, we discovered the true horror of our situation. CSI crime scenes had nothing on us! We tried EVERYTHING. I found this product, read the reviews, and hit the 'buy now' button with all of my hope riding on Prime shipping and a spray bottle. NO ODOR, NO STANK, LIGHT CLEAN SMELL, BUT NO FAKE FLOWERY COATED AIR!!!! This stuff is a MIRACLE!!!" —N. Garcia

Get it from Amazon for $20.39+ (available in two sizes and scents).

18. A pack of aluminum-free deodorant wipes if the warmer weather is causing you to sweat and smell while you're out socializing. These will remove odors and leave behind a coconut-y scent. Keep these handy wipes in your purse so you can freshen up anywhere!

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Promising review: "I have always suffered from bad odor on my underarms since I have very delicate skin, so I can't use strongly scented deodorants. I'm always trying out cream deodorant or gels, but it either irritates my skin or it doesn't stop my bad odor. THIS IS THE BEST INVENTION EVER. I LOVE IT! I can't believe that something finally works! My armpits don't smell bad. I can finally move my arms freely. The scent is wonderful; I love the smell, and it's not harsh on my skin. Even after a long day, my underarms are still smelling like coconut." —Vicky Reyes

Get 30 wipes from Amazon for $8.99.

19. Some Listerine Cool Mint strips so you'll never be caught with less-than-minty breath, whether you're at an interview or have to mouth-breathe because you just walked up a hefty amount of stairs after eating garlic knots.

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Promising review: "These are a game-changer for fresh breath on the go! They dissolve instantly, delivering a powerful burst of minty freshness that lasts. The strips are sugar-free. Compact and convenient, they easily fit into your pocket or bag for any occasion. Perfect for freshening up after meals or during long meetings. Highly recommend these for anyone who values convenience and lasting freshness!" —Smith

Get a three-pack (72 strips total) from Amazon for $5.72.

20. A bottle of Poo-Pourri toilet spray in case you feel a rumble in your tummy when you're away from home. Now, when you do your business in a public bathroom, it'll *stay* your business. Just spray a few times into the bowl before you go, and leave the bathroom smelling like a spa since Poo-Pourri is actually made of essential oils!

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Promising review: "I purchased this product as a stocking stuffer for my boyfriend, and we both love it! Simply spray before you go, and it’s as if a number two never happened. I’ve noticed that five squirts do the job. The product fully serves its intended purpose of masking even the raunchiest of smells. I plan on regular purchases of this product!" —abbie

Get it from Amazon for $3.99+ (available in six sizes, and other scents are available here).

21. A set of electrolyte-richLiquid I.V. hydration packets because sometimes you get so caught up in having fun on a scorching hot summer day that you forget to drink water and start to feel a little...not good. These can help hydrate you lickety-split!

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FYI, depending on your situation, water may be enough to rehydrate you! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic.

Psst — it's also gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free, and available in sugar-free flavors!

Promising review: "Liquid I.V. does an amazing job hydrating. I purchase their product for 40+ employees who work in a construction-related industry. Hydration is so important while working in the hot Georgia sun, and this product aids in this 100%. Now, let’s talk about the firecracker flavor! When we produced these for our crew, ages 23–60, all of their eyes lit up, and they were super excited. Many of them did not know this flavor existed. Quite honestly, I didn’t either until I came across them on Amazon. They all loved the flavor. In particular, the ones who were older kept telling me it tasted like their childhood. Seriously, who hasn’t stood outside an ice cream truck ordering the Firecracker Popsicle?" —Disney Diva

Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $21.11+ (available in 14 flavors).

22. A retractable lint roller if you left your place in a bit of a rush and didn't realize your black top is covered in your kitty's fur until you were on the train. Designed to be taken on the go, this lint roller also works on dirt, dust, crumbs, and more. You'll also get 90 extra-sticky lint roller tear-off sheets!

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Promising review: "As a pug owner, I am constantly covered in pug hair, which can be super difficult to get off sometimes. I keep one of these in my purse at all times so I can use it anywhere. The design is so great because it hardly takes up space in my bag, and the sheets are super sticky. Will be buying more." —Danielle Scheffler

Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two colors).

23. A pair of period underwear so you don't have to make any unplanned pit stops in order to deal with your monthly guest. Pro tip: Sometimes, I'll put a pair on the night before I'm expecting my period so I don't potentially bleed onto my sheets (galaxy brain mode). These underwear are made of sustainable, comfortable, and super soft materials!

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Goat Union is a woman-owned small business!

Promising review: "After much deliberating, I finally caved in and purchased these, and all I can say is that I missed out for years! These are super comfortable and breathable. They are leak resistant and fit super comfortably. Like, you can totally wear them on the daily and not feel like you have a diaper butt, haha. Would definitely purchase again!" —Paulina

Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in women's sizes XXS–4XL Plus and in three colors).

24. An after-sex sponge for quick and easy cleanup when things don't exactly go according to plan. Plus, they're individually wrapped so you can keep one in your purse for those nights out where you don't end up in your own bed. ;) Either way, no need to penguin-walk to the bathroom and sit and wait for stuff to...drip out. Just insert, twirl, and toss the sponge in the trash!

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Awkward Essentials is a small biz!

Promising review: "This product is a game-changer! Super easy and effective. It makes post-fun cleanup a breeze, and you aren't left dripping for hours... I wish I would have known about it sooner!" —KL

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a pack of 20).

25. A pack of 30 individually-wrapped flushable wipes if you've ever gone to your office's coveted single-stall bathroom — finally glad to have a moment to yourself — just to be met with a toilet paper-less stall. These unscented and hypoallergenic wipes contain aloe, cucumber, and chamomile, so they will soothe as they clean.

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Stall Mates is a small biz!

Promising review: "Perfect for work or travel, these individually wrapped wipes are fabulous. I have very sensitive skin and use these for everything — from restroom use to hand wipes. They are really soft and gentle. I’ve purchased dozens of boxes of these. Much better than the top brand for sensitive or allergic skin. They don’t tear and are moistened just the right amount. I will be a customer for life. Highly recommended." —Cassie

Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

26. A 120-piece portable first aid kit filled with everything you'll need for knee scrapes, paper cuts, or any other small accidents that may occur. And it all fits inside a compact and waterproof case.

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Promising review: "We purchased this kit to keep in our car for emergencies, and it seems great. It has a great variety of items without feeling like it is filled with unnecessary tools. It has all the basics and works great for small emergencies. It's especially great if you have kids around who tend to have scraped knees. :)" —Aurelia

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in two colors).

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