1. A pack of cold sore healing patches containing hydrocolloids to help your skin heal faster. These discreet patches create a moist environment that can 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.

2. A sleek 3-in-1 handheld fan because it's also a portable charger and flashlight, so if you're caught in the dark, and it's hot, and your phone is on 1%, you'll be glad to have this gadget in your back pocket.

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Promising review: "A lifesaver! The compact design makes it easy to carry in your bag or pocket. The fan's performance is impressive; it generates a strong breeze for its size, instantly cooling me down on hot days. The noise level is pleasantly low, perfect for use in quiet environments. The battery life is impressive, lasting through extended outings. It's a must-have for anyone looking to stay cool and refreshed during summer or while traveling. We are thrilled with this handy little fan!" —Allie

Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in three colors).

3. An after-sex sponge for quick and easy cleanup. 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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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).

4. A pack of 10 DEET-free mosquito-repellant bracelets that use essential oils to help keep bloodsuckers away. Some reviewers suggest wearing one on your wrist and one on your ankle if you're in mosquito-dense areas.

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Promising review: "I walk a lot at night, and these bracelets are keeping the mosquitoes at bay! Good product and it does perform well in bug central Florida." —C. Cole

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $9.99.

5. A ceiling fan carbon air filter to help catch dust, pollen, pet dander, and smoke. These self-adhesive filters are made from coconut shells whose lightweight structure is designed to trap particles and contaminants. Turn your ceiling fan into an air purifier!

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PSA: There's a chance that the included Velcro-like adhesive can become dirt-traps when the filters are removed. Also, some reviewers wrote that the adhesive peeled the finish off of their fan during removal. If you’re scared of that happening, you can install these filters with Command strips instead!

Promising review: "I wasn't sure what to expect when purchasing these, but now they are a staple in every room of our house. Within three days the air smelled more crisp and was easier to breathe in our home. So simple and effective!" —Haylee Marez

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $21.99.

6. A sand-removal powder bag because you love the beach, in theory, but in practice? You hate getting sand all over your body. This talc-free and reef-friendly bag easily removes sand and leaves you feeling clean.

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Shakalo is a small business based in San Diego.

Promising review: "We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1–2 times a week. I even use it on my dog's paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of, too. I will definitely be buying the refill and another baggie to have exclusively in the car." —Gabbs Uresti

Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

7. A pet hair remover so you can reclaim your couch from the mob of fur that's been calling it home in a few quick swipes. And because it doesn't use disposable adhesive strips, you can use this thing over and over and over and over and...

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Promising review: "I've had it in my possession for like two hours, and I've cleaned everything. The couch, the blinds, the cat tree pad, the chair; I'm obsessed. I feel like this thing should win an award for being so awesome. I feel like it should be in raffle baskets, giveaways, and silent auctions for every event that highlights 'things cat people need.' It's better than those sticky rollers; it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." —Meowser

Check out our ChomChom pet hair remover review for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).

8. Some eyeshadow color removal sponges that clean your makeup brushes without water, so you can go from applying a neon pink eyeshadow to a bright white eyeshadow without breaking out the makeup brush shampoo OR having to dirty another brush.

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Fellow BuzzFeed writer Jenae Sitzes is a fan of these sponges:

"I picked up this color removal sponge from Amazon after hearing about this hack on TikTok and can testify that it actually works SO well. I'm *so* bad about cleaning my brushes (I know...shameful), and this makes it super easy to clean a brush in a matter of seconds. So, even if I'm trying to do a *slightly* more elaborate eyeshadow look for the day, this makes the process of switching colors as quick and painless as possible. Also, it's *super* lightweight, and I've already tossed it in my bag and brought it on vacation with me. This is one of those products I won't be traveling without in the future if I plan on doing eyeshadow at any point — and it means you only need to pack one or two eyeshadow brushes!"

Promising review: "This product makes it even easier for me to be lazy when it comes to cleaning my brushes. It also allows me to use the same brush for a makeup look since I can swish away a previous shadow and move on to the next. Great buy. Super easy to wash." —Azaleah Bumpus-Barnett

Get two from Amazon for $5.99.

9. An oil-absorbing face roller made using absorbent volcanic stone because it'll soak up any excess oil. Forget those disposable oil-blotting sheets and get instant matte skin ASAP!

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Promising review: "I have super oily skin and am always looking for something to help control it during the day. The linen squares are good, but you have to keep them around (and keep replacing them), and they end up in the landfill. This little contraption really works, and I just rinse it at the end of the day and start over again the next. I kept one in my desk and bought a second for my purse. This is magic for my shiny skin, especially on camera in my hours of Zoom every day." —Jennifer Helseth

Get it from Amazon for $7.75.

10. A shoe stretch spray to soften and stretch tight-fitting shoes as you walk. Or, use it with a wooden shoe stretcher so you don't have to wear the shoes. Either way, stop going through the pain of breaking in leather boots.

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Fellow BuzzFeed writer Amanda Davis swears by this spray. Check out her Foot Matters Shoe Stretch spray review for more information!

Promising review: "I purchased my second pair of Dr. Martens three days before I was headed to New Orleans. Seemed like a mistake, right? Maybe it would have been if I didn't have this spray. I used it once and then walked around the house for a bit with some thick socks on. Then I sprayed the boots again, put beer cans inside of them, and let them sit overnight. I wore my NEW boots all over three different airports (thanks, layovers) and all over New Orleans. These were the only boots I packed, too. It could have ended up a nightmare, but it didn't! My boots still have a little ways to go to be fully broken in, but definitely ahead of schedule when I compare them to my first pair. I will use this spray on every pair of boots from now to forever." —lauren

Get it from Amazon for $10.99.

11. A Tub Topper if your little one loves to try to give you a shower during their bathtime. This will give them more space to play with their favorite waterproof toys! Plus, fewer puddles on your bathroom floor? I think that's a no-brainer.

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Promising review: "Like you, when I first came across this, I was hesitant because of the price. It's a bit steep, I thought to myself. But then, after another night of bathtime with two towels on the ground to soak up the water my child had splashed all over, I took the plunge and bought it. And definitely worth it a million times over. My child LOVES the extra space for toys and I love the water staying in the tub. I definitely and highly suggest buying it. You won't be disappointed! Or your child!!" —Brianna

Get it from Amazon for $59.95 (available in four colors).

12. Some anti-slip glasses nose pads that'll help make sure you're not constantly sliding your glasses back up your nose like you're the wary detective in a film noir. Their super strong grip will still hold under wet, sweaty, and oily conditions!

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Promising review: "These are even better than I could have hoped. My glasses were constantly sliding during the day, especially while running or other outdoor activities. I’ve used these for a few weeks now, and the change is spectacular. My glasses stay in place even when running. The black pads are thin enough that they aren’t noticeable on the nosepieces of my glasses." —Michele M.

Get five pairs from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors).

13. A magnetic bobby pin holder because your bobby pins love to go missing and you're tired of searching the depths of your home just to find a single one.

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Promising review: "TikTok made me buy this!! 100% worth it. Makes storing my bobby pins so easy." —Cindy

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

14. A pack of towel clips so you don't have to constantly pick up your kitchen towels from the floor anytime you use them to dry your hands, or anytime your pets or kids think it's fun to pull them down off your oven's door handle.

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Promising review: "This clip is amazing. No more towels falling on the floor. It was becoming a routine thing since my cat thinks it's fun to pull the kitchen towels off the oven. Not now, bad kitty! Great product...wish I had bought one sooner!" —Joanna

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $11.99.

15. A magnetic towel since the last thing you wanna do after a tough workout at the gym is wipe your face with a towel that's been sitting on the dirty floor.

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Promising reviews: "Easier to attach/remove from a cart or bag. The magnet is removable for machine washing. Cleans balls/clubs well." —Kent Watase

"Great towel for the gym. Sticks right to the dumbbells so you can wipe your sweat on each rep." —Marcus

Get it from Amazon for $29.95 (available in three colors).

16. A pair of adjustable kids' swim goggles with an attached strap that won't pull or snag on hair, so your little one can comfortably do handstands in the pool. These leak- and fog-proof goggles won't slip, so they won't need to be constantly pulled back onto your kiddo's face.

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Frogglez is a small business! These goggles were made with kids ages 10 and under in mind.

Promising review: "These are the best goggles for kids to put on by themselves. No hair pulling and no leaks around the eyes. Very clear lenses, so my kids don’t mind wearing them." —Savvy shop

Get it from Amazon for $26.98 (available in three colors).

17. A dual shower head — now you and your partner can actually shower at the same time without fighting for who gets the day's allotment of hot water. And there's no need for tools or contractors! This renter-friendly shower head optimizes water pressure so everyone involved gets to have a good, clean time.

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Boona is a small business on a mission to make showers more enjoyable, whether you're showering alone or with a partner. And Boona was actually on Shark Tank!

Promising review: "This is a high-quality product that’s straightforward to install. The water pressure is incredible! It’s like a brand-new shower. You can adjust which showerhead the water comes out of individually or both simultaneously. It’s a game changer for our kids, so they don’t fight over the water anymore!" —Taylor 

Get it from Amazon for $299 (available in three colors and two styles).

18. A USB mouse jiggler because sometimes you need to take an extended bathroom break, which would mean looking like you're not active on Google Chat, Teams, or Slack. It has three modes that can simulate mouse movement along different trajectories.

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Promising review: "This thing is GREAT. My workplace recently started this 'security' thing where our computers lock after 15 minutes of inactivity. Every time I turn to do some work on my side desk for a little while and look back, my computer is locked, and I have to type my password in again. That is ridiculous. This little device solves that problem. I want my computer to lock when I want it to lock, like at the end of the day!!! On the smallest movement setting, it only moves the cursor one or two pixels up, down, right, and left, and it is not enough to interfere with my normal mouse movements." —G.Adams

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in eight colors).

19. 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!

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Promising review: "I found out about this little gadget on a TikTok video, and I thought I'd give it a try. I usually keep some sort of snack in my purse, and as much as I try to keep the containers sealed and to keep my bags clean, I inevitably end up with those annoying little 'micro-crumbs' at the bottom. As soon as I ordered this ball, I put it straight into my purse, and within a day or two, it was already time to wash it! It picks up a lot for being so small!" —SBC

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

20. A pair of contoured Wrist Buddy yoga blocks so you can more easily hold that stretch, twist, or plank. They can also help relieve pressure on your wrist, which may result in less pain.

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Promising review: "I typically have pretty bad pain in my right wrist. So, when I wanted to start yoga again, I did not want to aggravate it. These blocks have helped tremendously. I can now do poses like downward dog with no wrist pain at all!" —Cris

Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in four colors).

21. A magical mascara remover since it'll remove that stubborn (but admittedly long-lasting) waterproof mascara. It applies a liquid that melts away makeup while nourishing skin with camellia oil, almond oil, argan oil, and wild rose oil.

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And BuzzFeed writer Melanie Aman is in love with this thing:

"This stuff is MAGICAL. I have stick-straight Asian lashes that refuse to hold a curl with wetter mascara formulas. As a result, I have to use waterproof mascara, which is a total pain to remove at night. Instead of rubbing my eyes raw with makeup removers that burn, I apply this like mascara, let it sit for a few minutes, and my waterproof mascara MELTS. Then I go in with a micellar water–soaked cotton pad, and my mascara is gone in 1–2 passes."

Promising review: "TikTok made me buy it. It definitely does the trick, and it’s super portable." —Mbae

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

22. A set of heel caps because it's stiletto weather, and you shouldn't have to risk sinking into dirt, gravel, and grass just to look sharp.

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Promising review: "I just tried these last weekend at an outdoor wedding with an indoor reception. They were amazing! I kept them on all night. First, I walked outside in thick grass, and the wedding photos were taken in a mushy grassy area. I didn't sink even a little bit. It was fantastic. My heels were fabulous. I then decided to leave them on for the rest of the night since they made my heels more stable and comfortable. So glad I tried them. I was showing them off to the other ladies, and everyone loved the look of them." —J L D

Get a pair on Amazon for $11.99+ (available in four sizes and packs of two).

Check out my colleague's full Stoppers Heel Protectors review.

23. Shower curtain rings that have separate hangers for your curtain and liner to make taking them down and switching them out so much faster and easier. 

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Promising review: "This is one of those items you didn't know you needed, and once you get it, you can't help but wonder how you ever managed before. I absolutely hate taking the shower curtains off because of the whole open and close for several shower curtains. I know you're like, 'It's just shower curtain hooks.' And it is. But when you have to change out the creepy shower liner that likes to attack you, and you dread doing so, this just adds seconds to your life. No more unsnapping. Simply take out the liner, place the liner on the appropriate hook, and presto." —Nardsbaby

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 16 colors).

24. A magnetic barbecue light — now you can keep the kabob party going all night long!

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Promising review: "These grill lights are exactly what I needed! They light up the area so well. The magnets are strong, and the ability to direct the light where needed is great. The package they came in is perfect to store them in when not in use! I have recommended these to several people who also think they are great. I was worried they would be cheap and maybe not have a lot of magnetic hold to them, but they do!!" —LC

Get it from Amazon for $27.99.

25. A grater with a built-in container because you don't want your expensive cheddar cheese going rogue and flying around your kitchen as you're grating it. This has a non-slip base to ensure a smooth process. Plus, the grating surfaces and base are removable for easy cleaning!

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It also comes with three grating surfaces, a peeler, and a garlic crusher.

Promising review: "What an incredible product...truly! The concept is simple, but this item puts it all together seamlessly — with bonus implements! Sturdy, compact, easy to use, clean, and store. What more could any cook want? The cutting area is safely designed with different shredding sizes possible. Bonus items are well constructed with blades and handles of noteworthy quality. Impressive package deal. Well priced. Very pleased!" —Krow

Get it from Amazon for $15.95 (also available without the garlic crusher).

26. A pack of SPF-sensing stickers that change color to alert you as to when to apply more sunscreen. And because they're hypoallergenic, latex-free, and pain-free to take off, they're great for the whole family.

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Promising review: "I'm multiracial with tan skin. I burn when [the sun is] intense, but I get a great tan otherwise. My 9-month-old is fair, fair, fair. Blue eyes and porcelain skin fair. I reapply my own SPF 50 after a few hours, but I'm not consistent. I've never been great about sunscreen, but I was not going to let my daughter get burned. We live in South Florida, and just walking or park time is a potential burning hazard. This is a great visual for me to reapply her sunscreen or make sure she gets in the shade. They're an absolute essential for parents, especially the 'sun goddess' type." —FlightLife

Get 16 stickers from Amazon for $13.39 (also available in packs of 32 and 48).

27. A set of stackable stick-shaped ice molds so you can easily toss a few pieces of ice into your bottle without having to literally force a square into a circle. Staying cool and hydrated just got a little easier.

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Promising review: "I got these to make ice cubes that I could fit into hot water bottles to make 'cold water bottles.' I'm in the big heat wave, and it's been over 100 every day for the last week, with no sign of it letting up any time soon. These are quick and easy and the cold water bottles have been the only thing helping me sleep in a room anywhere between 80–90 degrees at night. I love the lids! It makes my ice trays easy to stack and more secure. I wish all ice trays came with lids like this!" —A.J. Stark 

Get a set of three from Amazon for $8.99+ (available with or without covers). 

28. A waterproof notepad if you hate it when you get a great shower idea and then forget the second you dry off. Use this eco-friendly pad and soy ink pen to jot down your best and brightest ideas.

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Promising review: "For someone with mild ADD or anxiety as I have, this was life-changing. It seems silly, but for anyone with a busy life or who's just stressed anyway, this is one of the simplest, most valuable things I can think of. I gave it 5 stars because I've had one for 18 months and can't find any flaw or way the product can be improved. It's simple and does what it's supposed to." —Adrian J Gell

Get it from Amazon for $10.99.

29. An herb saver pod that'll help keep your cilantro and parsley alive long enough for you to finally use them in that recipe you've had saved for months now.

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Promising review: "I use fresh herbs all the time. Too often, they go bad before I finish them. I’ve tried multiple things to try to help them last longer to no avail. I bought fresh basil a week and a half ago. I immediately used a bit, then put them in this handy-dandy container. I changed the water once. Last night, I decided to make a little fresh pesto with the basil I had left. It was in perfect condition, and the pesto was amazing! Every kitchen needs at least one or two in it. I’m buying them for my daughter-in-law, who also uses a lot of fresh herbs. She’s the gadget queen, so I know she’s going to love them." —Treese

Get it from Amazon for $11.83 (also available in packs of three and six).

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