35 Solutions To The Gross (But Totally Normal) Problems Everyone Deals With

35 Solutions To The Gross (But Totally Normal) Problems Everyone Deals With

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-05-30 05:05

1. A compact Levoit air purifier if you've been walking around your home sneezing from what you *thought* was just seasonal allergies, but it's actually the layer of dust coating every surface of your 500-square-foot apartment. This bb is equipped with a true HEPA filter designed to effectively eliminate pet dander, dust, odors, and other particles lurking around, immediately improving your home's air quality and freshness.

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Promising review: "I’ve been using this daily for about six months now. It still works just as well as the day I got it. It’s amazing/gross to see just how much dust and dander the filter picks up. I have several cats and a dog (I’m not allergic, but they still produce a lot of dander), and I also have seasonal allergies, plus a deviated septum, so before getting this I felt congested almost daily. This purifier is truly one of the best purchases I’ve made on Amazon! I am considering buying a second one, as I’ve just moved into a larger house." —AmazonCust0mer

Get a purifier that can cover up to 1,095-square-foot spaces from Amazon for $99.99 (available in three colors, plus a Wi-Fi–enabled version). 

2. A manual flossing toothbrush with special bristles to clean in between your teeth and get out all those popcorn kernels and sesame seeds from your everything bagel, leaving you feeling like you just left the dentist. And if you have sensitive teeth, no worries, because reviewers say these bristles are super soft.

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Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines.

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves these: "I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively."

Promising review: "I absolutely love this toothbrush!! TikTok made me buy it and I will never own anything else again. My teeth feel clean all day long like I went to the dentist but better. I even have a sonic toothbrush and this blows it out of the water. Don’t hesitate…buy this for your teeth!" —Amy

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99.

3. Plus, a stainless-steel tongue scraper capable of getting all the gunk off your tongue, freshening your breath in the process. Now you'll be able to taste all the flavors of the rainbow in their true glory.

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Dr. Tung's is a small biz that makes breath-improving dental products.

Promising review: "I have gone 30 years of my life having the worst breath known to man. I would brush and brush, and within 20 minutes, I'd be back to the same. I never knew how to get rid of it. Then, I came upon this little item on Amazon. I decided to give it a try because I figured I've tried everything else. Wow, just, wow...I couldn't believe how much crap this thing was pulling off my tongue. Seriously, if you have suffered from bad breath, give this a try. You will not regret it." —Me

Get it from Amazon for $8.69+ (also available in packs).

4. And an oral rinse so you can eat garlic and onions to your heart's content and no one will know. This mouthwash helps control bad breath for 24 hours and doesn't burn like Listerine. And just between you and me, it's so good, it's worth the morning swish dance.

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I've been using this mouthwash for years and it's the only brand I will ever use from here on out. I can confidently say it changed my dental hygiene for the better. Morning breath? I don't know her. It also helped with my super sensitive gums that used to get irritated just from flossing.

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Promising review: "My dentist recommended this mouthwash to help the health of my gums while I was undergoing a full mouth restoration in 2022. My gums have almost always bled when brushing my teeth and/or flossing up until I started using this mouthwash daily (but clearly the major dental work I had done helped too). This mouthwash made an almost immediate positive impact on my gums which were in very bad shape due to decay and previous older dental work. This is now the only mouthwash I will use and has helped keep my gums healthy the past two years." —Kaelin Nelson

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $17.64.

5. An oddly satisfying Dermora exfoliant foot peel for those times you look down at your little piggies and think, "Dang, I need a miracle." You just slip on these booties and let the magic happen — but let me warn you, the peeling process can be a bit...interesting. It's like watching a snake shed its skin for the next 5–7 days. But! Your feet will look SO much better with no more cracking, tough skin.

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Promising review: "This foot peel is THE TRUTH and got my feet right and smooth as butter! I’ve never done a foot peel in my life and so I had a lot of hard skin under my foot to get rid of. I followed the instructions on the box, and decided to put on the foot peel on right before bed. You can feel the peel tingling and working while you have it on your feet so I felt relief. It took about three days after I did the peel to see the results starting. Do not get discouraged if you see peeling only at the toes. That’s just the start of it...because the next day I felt the middle of my foot arch bubble after my bath and a whole piece of skin was peeling. This peel did its job and some more! It has my feet feeling baby smooth! This peel gave me a feeling of being in a salon without the polish. It felt good to pamper myself. This is my go-to from now on, when I want a good smooth foot AFTER a pedicure (because a pumice stone can’t do what this peel can)!" —Shopinista

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six scents).

6. A pack of oversized disposable wet wipes you'll be glad to have on hand after catching a whiff of some not-so-great B.O. It's infused with witch hazel to eliminate any stinky smells after crushing that gym sesh, during long-haul flights, or if you just need to freshen up during a busy day at work. Reviewers also pack a few wipes in their kid's backpack to use post-gym class at school.

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Reviewers say they're not only body-friendly but gentle enough to use on your face — even if you have sensitiveoracne-prone skin.

Promising reviews: "I used ONE wipe after playing flag football and I just needed to write a review to share how amazing this product is! Look at the difference — you can see how well it got the three layers of sunscreen off of my face and the dirt off of my legs! And I only used one wipe. It left my skin feeling clean and refreshed. I will be making sure I have some in my workout bag and football bag each time!" —ALT

"I bought these for my son who has athletics first period. He likes these a lot and says he doesn’t stink after using them and he feels clean throughout the day after using them. It does not break his skin out and he’s had no other issues. They are small and individually packed to make it easy to put in his backpack." —Blyn

Get a pack of 10 for $10.99 (also available in three larger packs).

7. And an aluminum-free Sol De Janeiro Rio Deo deodorant to keep you from smelling funky halfway through the day, and it won't leave those annoying dreaded white marks on your cute outfit either. It also gently exfoliates and evens out your skin tone over time! Plus, when you’ve used it up, you can easily pop in a refill component — eco-friendly *and* convenient.

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Promising review: "I’ve been using the Sol de Janeiro Rio Deo Refillable Deodorant for a few weeks and love it! I've tried Dove and Secret non-aluminum deodorants, which did not work for over 12 hours. This one works for about 30 hours.  I noticed that the darkened areas of my underarms are now noticeably lighter. There is no irritation or buildup. I appreciate that it's aluminum-free and has a refill, so it saves a little on plastic. I like it so much that I now have the product on subscription. It's more expensive than the two brands I mentioned, but it works well, and that's what counts." —MonicaLF

Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in three scents and refills).

8. A fast-acting, refillable plug-in fly trap that not only catches house flies, fruit flies, moths, and gnats but does it all with a little light magic — luring those pesky bugs from up to 400 feet away so you don't have to waste time and money scattering traps all throughout your home. The sticky side is cleverly hidden on the back, so you won’t have to face a gross bug graveyard every time you turn on the lights.

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Check out a TikTok of the plug-in fly trap in action. 

Promising review: "I can’t say enough wonderful things about these handy little bug catchers! They are simple to use, cheap to refill, and catch a ton of small bugs and flies. I have eight of them now, all around my house! It’s a little gross how many tiny flying insects are around…but it makes me feel a lot better now that I have these!" —Chris H. 

Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (comes with the device and two glue cards; also available in larger packs).  

9. A keloid reducer in case you just got a new cartilage piercing but don't remember signing up for the little bump that keeps growing in size. This stuff helps heal and reduce that unwanted guest before it gets any bigger so you can refocus on your new bling.

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Note: This product is not an overnight miracle. Apply this 2–3 times a day, be patient, and you'll start to see the results.

Talk to your doctor before attempting to treat your keloid on your own, and learn more about keloids from Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "This product is amazing! Truly a miracle product. I had an AWFUL keloid forming near my nose piercing about six weeks after getting it done and it was getting bigger and more irritated by the day, nothing was helping. I bought this and started using it and in less than two weeks my huge keloid was completely gone! I was definitely skeptical and a little nervous when it didn’t seem to be getting noticeably smaller after a week but then the second week, it started totally disappearing so give it some time to work if your bump is on the larger side. If you remain patient and apply it twice a day, it should do the trick!" —Jordan Caprigno

Get it from Amazon for $12.85.

10. An earwax removal kit to actually clean your ears out instead of pushing gunk in and making things worse (cough cough, cotton swabs). With the help of the rubber syringe and a few drops of the gentle cleanser, your ears will be clear and feel great in no time.

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Promising review: "I had been struggling with a blocked ear for about 2 weeks, which I thought was sinus pressure, but I couldn’t rule out a blocked ear. I decided to try this product based on the reviews, and I cannot even believe what just came out of my ear. I’m blown away, and now I can’t believe I had that much wax built up." —Sidney Dillard

Get it from Amazon for $8.97.

11. A facial hair trimmer ready to make your grooming routine a whole lot smoother. You can use it for your nose and ears if you're tired of dealing with those unsightly hairs, and reviewers say it gets the job done safely without any pulling or tugging.

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You can also use this to remove excess hair around your eyebrows and beard. 

Promising reviews: "I got this for my nose hairs. I was really worried it would pull or pinch my hairs causing pain and watery eyes, but to my surprise it doesn’t pull or pinch at all. It is easy to use and does a good job." —Jamie

"Once I hit my 30s, I noticed more little nose and ear hairs that need to be dealt with — UGH. This product is PERFECT for dealing with them. Works great and, because of how it's designed, there's no risk of cutting yourself. I also like the weight of this trimmer — it is sturdy and doesn't feel cheaply made." —Patrick Ford

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

12. A vacuum cleaner for cleaning up the crumbs from yesterday's on-the-go breakfast, dust from who knows when, and bits and pieces of everyday life that somehow found their way into every crevice of your car. It’s lightweight and comes with three attachments to help reach all those hard-to-get-at spots making cleaning feel less like a chore.

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The kit includes: three attachments (flathead, extendable, and brush), carry bag, filter brush, and spare HEPA filter.

Promising review: "I am a woman who loves a clean car, but with this virus, I can't take my car in to have it cleaned anymore, so now it's up to me, and I hate to clean the inside of my car. I hate taking my large vacuum out to the car, pulling it this way and that, just trying to do a good job. When I came across this wonderful little vacuum, I ordered it. I love it. First it is little and light, but don't let that fool you. It cleans my car in no time, and with that 16-foot cable, I could also clean my trunk without a bit of trouble. Don't get me wrong, I still don't like to clean my car, but I don't hate it anymore. It does a wonderful job." —Coco

Get it from Amazon for $22.40+ (available in two colors, a cordless version, and a version with a light).

13. Hard as Hoof nail strengthening cream that's the real deal and may transform your flimsy, easily breakable nails. With the help of powerful ingredients like calcium, jojoba oil, and vitamins, your nails will grow to be strong and beautiful.

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Promising review: "Achieved holy grail status. My entire life I have had very weak nails that split. Regular manicures aren't helpful, neither are supplements or a healthy diet. No underlying health issues to contribute to this. I bought this a month ago on a recommendation. I'm pretty amazed that within three days I saw a significant improvement with the cuticles and my nails have been getting stronger ever since. For the first time ever my nails look healthy and strong and I can wear polish and still see benefits. Some of the reviews talk about a weird cherry smell but I think I have a reformulated one that smells light and pleasant, like shea butter. I have since bought two more...one for the office and one for my car. GAME CHANGER!" —R. Weber

Get it from Amazon for $8.88.

14. The internet-famous Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller if your skin creates more oil than a KFC. This roller removes excess shine from your face WITHOUT disturbing your makeup. It's also super portable so you can just toss it in your bag, and you don't have to be seen awkwardly patting your face with blotting papers in the middle of the day. 🙅🏽‍♀️

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Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on tiktok and NEEDED it. It was back ordered but then I got an email saying it was in stock and I was SO excited. Not only is it affordable, but it's washable which helps you save money and be less wasteful. The packaging wasn't over the top exciting, but it provided you all the info you needed. (It felt like the holy grail had been delivered to my front doorstep.) After my first use, I was in love. Now, it doesn't pickup everything but it does make it more matte and gives you a natural look. I am so excited this product exists and I already feel more confident." —Kelsey B.

Get it from Amazon for $4.75+

15. An exfoliating scrub mitt made from a fiber that's rough enough to visibly lift dead skin away but also buffs and smoothes, leaving your skin velvety soft. Reviewers say it works wonders for ingrown hairs and also to remove spray tan.

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Promising review: "My skin is 100% softer and feels far smoother thanks to this product!!! The difference was noticeable after ONE use, its true. All the grime, rolled up skin, flakes and chucks — shudder, that was on me??? Everything other customers are saying about how disgusting it is when you see how much dead skin sloughs off is true. I disagree that it only comes off after the first use though — I have continued to see improvement over the time I've used it, about six weeks, and even some age-related and sun damage discoloration is gone. These are the BEST, a MUST-HAVE, holy grail exfoliating mittens. I DEFINITELY recommend this! Did I say I recommend this 100%? I do!" —Kindle Customer. g'ma

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (also available in a set of two). 

16. A bacteria- and virus-killing Clorox toilet wand starter kit complete with a wand, six disposable heads infused with cleaner, and a caddy for storage. Just snap on a cleaning head, scrub away all the yuck and gunk, and then toss the used head into the trash. No more dirty rags or sponges that need to be sanitized or thrown away!

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I also use these for quick touch-ups in my shower in between deep cleans when I don't feel like pulling out a scrub brush!

Promising review: "Let’s be real – cleaning toilets is a necessary evil. There is nothing that I hated doing more. I used to avoid Clorox wands due to the price of the scrubbing heads. Why spend that money when you can use your traditional toilet bowl cleaner for way cheaper? Because it makes it SO EASY. No need to deal with gloves, messy toilet bowl cleaners, keeping bristles of a brush clean, keeping the brush and container dry so it’s not gross, etc. These wands take the YUCK out of cleaning it. I’d rather pay the few extra bucks each month to be less grossed out. I have one for each bathroom, but you could use one head for two toilets if you really wanted to. If you dislike cleaning toilet bowls the traditional way as much as I do, buy this product. You won’t regret it." —Emily J.

Get the kit (one wand and six scrubbers) from Amazon for $20.86.

17. A benzene-free I Dew Care "Tap Secret" mattifying powder shampoo if every time you run your hands through your hair it looks like you dipped your fingers in a jar of Crisco. Just sprinkle a bit onto your roots, massage it in, and voilà! Your hair will look *and* smell fresh, and the added volume will give you a confidence boost to tackle the day ahead. 

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Promising review: "I was looking for a dry shampoo that would be easy to use on the go for a trip I was taking. I had no issues taking this through TSA and it was so easy to use on the go. You literally just pat the poof on your scalp and then rub the powder in. I do have black hair so dry shampoo is usually very visible in my hair, but I didn't have any harder time than usual rubbing this powder in. It did a really good job of soaking up all the oil and giving my hair volume. I'm not a fan of the price for the amount that you get, but it is lasting longer than I thought it would. I would definitely recommend and will purchase again." —Teresa

Get it from Amazon for $12.59+ (available in 10 shades). 

18. An Anua heartleaf pore-clearing cleansing oil that visibly sucks out sebum from your pores and removes makeup residue and blackheads, leaving your skin looking clearer and feeling smoother. Reviewers of all skin types swear by it, including those with acne-prone skin (who say it doesn't cause breakouts)!

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BTW, a lot of reviewers say they use this as part of their double cleansing routine. As the name implies, double cleansing is a method of cleansing your face twice: first with an oil-based cleanser, and again with a water-based cleanser to help get all the yucky stuff out of your pores.

Promising review: "This is a game-changer for my skincare routine! It effectively removes makeup, dirt, and impurities without stripping my skin. The oil has a gentle formula that’s perfect for sensitive skin, and I love how it cleanses deep into my pores, leaving my face feeling fresh and hydrated. The heartleaf extract helps to calm my skin, and it’s been great for controlling blackheads. It doesn’t leave an oily residue, and my skin feels smooth and clean after each use. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for an effective, gentle cleanser!" —Manju Shree Kumaravel

Get it from Amazon for $17.69.

19. A box of wart-removing pads if you're tired of feeling like it's the star of the show. This pad, disguised as a bandage, is packed with salicylic acid to dry out the wart, giving you the chance to steal back the spotlight and say "bye bye bye."

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Promising review: "I had a stubborn wart on my right thumb that has been there for almost a year. Went to the doctor the first time to freeze it, but it didn't completely remove the wart so I decided to try the gel. The gel helped but not for too long and the wart came back (in a couple of days). Long story short, I got these medicated bandages and the results are incredibly satisfying. Used these every day for a week and the next week, my wart is gone. So far it's been a week after and I haven't noticed any growth." —J

Get 14 pads from Amazon for $8.15+.

20. A hairbrush cleaning tool here to effectively remove all those strands, fuzzies, and buildup from your bristles without having to double back with tweezers. No more brushing that yuck through your freshly cleaned hair!

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The pointed end of the tool is ideal for picking out tangles, the stiff bristles work great at removing dust and dirt, and the bristles at the bottom end of the tool can give your hairbrush a deep clean.

Promising review: "When I bought this I was really skeptical. I am grossed out by my hairbrush and clean it all the time. I've soaked it in vinegar and tea tree oil, used a toothbrush, scrubbed it with shampoo, picked it clean by hand — everything you can think of. Still, it's so hard to get the little lint that forms at the base of the brush — they don't dissolve off and you have to pick them off the bristles one by one because a toothbrush won't even break them up. This thing works amazingly. I don't know why, it just does — the particular texture of the bristles on this really grabs everything. It scraped the little lint rings right off and now my brush is cleaner, 10 times as fast." —HeartsofHavoc

Get it from Amazon for $11.95.

21. Some seamless bra liners for when boob sweat just won't allow your day to be great. This amazing invention absorbs sweat and provides a barrier that prevents the underwire from digging into your skin. Now you can wear that cute top without worrying about any discomfort or sweat stains.

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Promising review: "This is one of those things that I wish I'd found years earlier. I've suffered from mortifying stress-induced under-boob sweat for most of my adult life. Also, I'm a lifelong Seattle girl who gets upset when it's warmer than 65 degrees outside. So when I stumbled upon this product, I was curious enough to buy a small pack. And yes, I've come back for MORE! For real, I won't put on a bra without one of these liners now. It absorbs all the moisture from heat and stress. And because it's a really soft bamboo/cotton mix, my skin is finally not feeling tortured under there! To the makers of this ingenious life-changing product: thank you thank you thank you! Sincerely, all the grateful ta-tas you've helped to care for" —Niko

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes M–XXL and in three colors). 

22. And SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes if you're someone who finds themselves wiping away beads of sweat even when it's freezing outside. With these convenient bad boys, you can make it through the day feeling fresh and dry.

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Each box lasts two months!

Promising review: "For anyone who might be a skeptic, please allow me to put you at ease. If you have hyperhidrosis, meaning it can be 9 degrees outside and you're still sweating under your arms, this product has the potential to change your life. I would sweat THROUGH a sport coat before noon. Enter the Sweat Block product. I've had it for three weeks, and it is life-changing. I DO NOT sweat under my arms anymore. I'm still on the original box that I bought three weeks ago. I had to write a review after I was cleaning the garage today in 85-degree heat...I was sweating through my shirt on my back...BUT NOT MY UNDERARMS. It is amazing!" —Frosty McGee

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in packs of two or three boxes).

23. Mighty Patch hydrocolloid stickers to shrink your problems overnight. Ok, I'm not talking student loans or awkward first date type of problems, but they do help with pimples! These patches not only cover up your zits, but they also suck out all the gunk, leaving your skin looking fresh and clear.

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Promising review: "I heard all about these on TikTok so I decided to order. I switched my birth control and was having a ton of breakouts, these are amazing! They helped me stop picking at my face and my skin is so clear now. Will always have these in my house from now on!" —Kiara Galloway 

Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $12.99.

24. An odor and stain remover spray that works and actually smells good with natural orange peel oil. This is perfect for getting rid of any pee smells from pet accidents, especially if you have a kitty who hasn't quite figured out the litter box yet. 

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Promising review: "My cat went through a phase of peeing in the corner on my carpet. I used this product to eliminate the odor. The orange smell is a bit strong, but it definitely masks the smell. It also worked as a repellent by keeping my cat away from that area. Problem solved!" —PsykotikEpizodez

Get it from Amazon for $17.96.

25. Easy-to-use retainer cleaner tablets because "funky" isn't a strong enough word to describe what your night guard tastes and/or smells like. These aren't just for grandma's dentures anymore — pop one of these in a glass of water to give your retainers, Invisalign, etc. a refreshing soak. 

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Promising review: "I really loved this product. I am currently waiting for a new Invisalign set. My old Invisalign needed to be cleaned. I read the reviews and decided to purchase. OMG it worked! There was a fresh taste and they were clean. I wished I had found this product sooner. I did let them soak overnight only because I had been wearing them for the last four months. Nothing happened to Invisalign; there was no weakness or anything. Just very clean and fresh. If I could have given the product 10 stars I would have." —Lisa R.

Get 120 tablets from Amazon for $17.45+.

26. A natural shoe deodorizer spray if your gym shoes are so funky, they could make a skunk run for cover. You just need a few sprays of this, and — thanks to the strong essential oils — your sneakers will smell like they just came out of a lemon grove.

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Promising review: "This product WORKS! You won’t be disappointed. I used to get embarrassed taking off my flats in my office because they smelled so bad, but not anymore! My work flats make my feet sweaty and this spray helps keep the awful odors away at least four to five days (probably longer but I was so excited I just sprayed my shoes again because I liked the smell haha!) The lemon is strong and the eucalyptus I love, so I would purchase again! Although it will likely last a while! I have a little boy who gets sweaty feet also so I’m sure I’ll soon be using this in his shoes also." —Traeannah Brown

Get it from Amazon for $11.45.

27. And a pair of bamboo charcoal shoe deodorizers so you don't feel the twinge of self-consciousness when your gym shoes send a stink wave through the locker room. These non-toxic, non-scented bags are here to save the day and eliminate years of funky foot smells so your kicks don’t have to come with a warning label anymore.

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These can be reused for up to two years! To rejuvenate, simply place the bags in the sun once a month for at least one hour. To learn more, check out our full Moso shoe odor eliminator review.

Promising review: "It took two days. Only two days. The shoes I've had for work for almost a decade, full of funk, sweat, and vague scents of past sprays that didn't work (lavender-scented foot odor is not a solution), i looked for something better. I found these, got them and put them in my shoes. I noticed a change after the first day. After day two it was completely odor free. Couple this with some peppermint foot/shoe spray and these 9-year old-shoes aren't an embarrassment anymore. Amazing product. I'm getting more." —Justin Bielak

Get them from Amazon for $10.95 (also available in multipacks).

28. A tub of internet- (and reviewer-) beloved The Pink Stuff, capable of removing those festering stains you've been too busy to get to because, you know, *life*. It works on (stay with me now): sinks, cookware, bathroom tile, stove tops, painted walls, grills, outdoor furniture, and SO much more. Using The Pink Stuff can restore the shine and cleanliness of your home, making it look as fresh as a daisy!

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How effective? Well, it's commonly likened to the Magic Eraser in paste form!

Promising reviews: "This plus a Scrub Daddy is a cleaner's heaven. This stuff is amazing. I like this way more than the spray version of it, I think the clay deep cleans way better and I don't have to use as much. It smells kind of like clay, too, but it's not a bad smell. I've always hated cleaning the oven but this makes it an ease." —Jaiden

"Had stains in the bathtub I could not remove for years. First time using this, the stains are gone. Pretty easy to use with Scrubb Daddy. I hate cleaning. This is a miracle product for me. And no I did not get paid to write this review. If you want stains gone from your bathtub use this. Your life will be made so much easier. Don't believe me. I don't care. Your loss, not mine." —Patricia C Tinney

Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

29. A bottle of dandruff shampoo reviewers say actually worked after trying everything else. This magical shampoo contains 1% ketoconazole, the key antifungal ingredient that makes all the difference — after just one use, you start seeing results. Say goodbye to those pesky flakes and hello to a clean scalp!

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Promising review: "MIRACLE PRODUCT! If you have a flaky scalp from dandruff, BUY THIS. I was about to go to the dermatologist if this stuff didn’t work. Thank goodness I saved myself hundreds of dollars by giving this product a shot. I used it four of five times (over a month) and it cleared my scalp almost completely. One more use and my scalp will be 120% healed! This stuff blew my mind. Totally worth it." —chris

Get it from Amazon for $15.88.

30. A flexible drain snake that can pull out enough hair to make a wig. You, my friend, just saved yourself a FAT plumbing bill.

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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.

31. Plus, a "Shower Cat" to hold all those shed hairs and keep them from making their way down your drain in the first place.

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Shower Cat is a small business established in 2021 specializing in products to prevent shower clogs. 

Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok and knew immediately that I needed it. I just moved into a new apartment and I didn’t want to be how I used to be, where I’d just let hair go down the drain and plug it eventually, or peel it off of the drain after each shower. It works great but I probably need some practice with it. I currently just floss my hair through it so it will hold them and there are a few stray hairs that don’t stick. I would recommend to anyone who is tired of putting your loose strands of hair on the shower wall." —Cari Schwartzkopf

Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in two colors). 

32. A doctor-recommended Squatty Potty for those days you're feeling a bit ~stuck~ and it seems like you're straining a little *too much* just to go. This contraption helps you achieve a more natural position for doing your business, making it easier and quicker. 

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If you want more Squatty Potty content before making the best purchase of your life, check out our Squatty Potty review.

Promising review: "I'll do you all the courtesy of NOT adding a photo or video (You're welcome). This works. Whoever invented the toilet had their heart in the right place, but not their knees. This device mimics proper positioning, and you should get one. That is all. Thank you for coming to my TedTalk." —P.W.

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (get the acrylic version for $79.99 or the teak wood version for $50.99). 

33. And a before-you-go toilet spray so you can avoid that awkward walk out of the public bathroom stall after dropping a big one. The natural essential oils in the spray create a barrier on top of the water, trapping odors below so they don't escape into the air. It's like an invisible force field of freshness.

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Promising review: "I love the variety of scents that linger long enough to work for the purpose intended. I love giving them as gifts!!!" —AML 

Get it from Amazon for $3.99+ (available in six sizes).

34. A 3-step cradle cap system (with over 25,000 5-star ratings) because "easy peasy lemon squeezy" isn't a strong enough phrase to explain how game-changing this is for your child's bathtime routine. All you've gotta do is lather your little nugget's scalp with gentle soap using the sponge, massage with the soft bristle brush to loosen flakes, and carefully lift them away using a comb.

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New parents, don't panic. Cradle cap — aka seborrheic dermatitis — is a very common dry scalp condition that affects infants.

Promising review: "This cradle cap brush is a game changer! I was a little hesitant at first since I didn’t deal with cradle cap with my first child, but after hearing great things, I decided to try it out. I’m so glad I did! It works like a charm. The bristles are gentle but effective, making it easy to lift away the cradle cap without irritating her scalp. I just brush it in, and it really helps clear up the stubborn spots. After a few sessions, we saw such a huge difference! I definitely recommend this brush set to any parent dealing with cradle cap. It’s a must-have for keeping little heads clean and happy!" —Betzy

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

35. A pack of earbud-cleaning putty, because all the caked-on earwax and sweat is actually what's making Taylor sound like she's singing underwater. Just gently press on your earbud and bask in the glory (or horror) of all the gunk and grime being peeled away.

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Promising review: "After seeing this on BuzzFeed and looking at the reviews along the way, I literally bought this because of another review that said it fixed her muffled iPhone 11. So glad I did!! I had the exact same issue with hearing people on my iPhone 11 and was SO frustrated. But this worked instantly. Stuffed a square of the putty into the very small receiver you hear out of and for the first time in months I can hear people clearly and loudly out of my iPhone without being on speakerphone. I am so happy I don't have to get a new phone. I used them to clean my AirPods as well; it was good to see all the gunk come out despite not having an issue with sound for them. Definitely a great purchase." —jtd

Get a 24-pack from Amazon for $15.99.

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

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