1. A surprisingly effective *and* affordableinstant foot peeling spray if you want baby-soft footsies but don't have the time or patience to visit the salon for a pricey pedicure. Just spray onto clean, dry feet and rub away dead skin! For an ~extra~ peeling effect, use an exfoliating mitt!

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Promising review: "This product delivers exactly as promised and is incredibly easy to use. I suffer from dry skin and often apply various products to soften my feet. With this, I simply spray it on and immediately massage it in with my hands. The dead skin comes off effortlessly. There's no waiting time, and it's gentle on the skin. It leaves my feet feeling exceptionally soft. This has quickly become my new favorite thing." —KimT

Get it from Amazon for $5.48 (also available as a two-pack).

2. A silicone clip-on strainer so you can strain hot water and juices from a pot *without* potentially burning yourself OR losing any of your meal. The slim design takes up much less space than bulky colanders, too!

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Promising review: "This is easy to use and now that I’ve had it a few weeks, I don’t know how I have lived without [it]. Makes draining anything in water so much easier! Highly recommend." —Melissa L.

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 15 colors). 

3. OPI RapiDry Quick Dry Nail Polish, because have you ever tried to hurry through an at-home mani only to be left with 10 fingers full of nothing but smudges and ripples? This stuff will come to your rescue the next time you're rushing through your nail routine and need a *true* fast-drying polish — I'm talking 60 seconds fast, people. You're welcome.

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The shade Cheers to No Smears is featured above on the left, and the shade Fast Foodie is featured on the right.

Promising review: "The rapid dry of OPI is no lie. In a rush, I painted my nails in the driveway, and it was dry by my destination in 10 minutes. Didn't even smudge when I had to unpack the car. Quick sand is a nice nude nail color." —Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 31 shades).

4. An instant mold and mildew stain remover spray for banishing pesky mold from your precious patio furniture. Spray, wait 15 seconds, and watch the mold vanish! Bonus: It can also be used in the bathroom and kitchen so you'll never run out of ways to put it to use.

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RMR Brands is a small business specializing in professional-grade cleaning solutions for your home.

Promising review: "It rains almost every day during the Summer in Florida. By the end of Summer, my cool deck was green with mold around theperimeter. I was about to pay to have someone power wash my deck but found RMR-86 on Amazon. I purchased a bottle and sprayed all the areas that had mold and mildew. RMR-86 started working within minutes right before my eyes. It was like magic! I'm definitely getting more." —Marie Moore

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).

5. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener to help liven up your tired eyes with a lightweight formula that delivers superb coverage in just a few swipes. This tinted concealer contains hyaluronic acid and shea butter that may also help reduce dark circles over time, so it's a win-win for anyone who wants puffy eyes to go POOF!

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Promising review: "I was amazed by how well this corrected the color under my eyes and with such little product. I literally tap the pad of my ring finger onto the product and tap it under my eyes. It's not necessary to wipe and pick it up. Love it!" —Teri L.

Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). 

6. A hybrid berry basket and colander that'll simplify your fruit cleaning *and* storing process! Most importantly, it'll help keep everything nice and fresh so it doesn't go bad within a matter of days of buying it — future you will be SO grateful.

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Promising review: "My blueberries stay fresh and crisp in this container, rather than the familiar fate of becoming soggy and moldy! I love how I can wash the berries in the strainer, pop it into the basket, and then look forward to the BEST blueberries EVER!!!!!" —Anonymous 

Get it from Amazon for $12.91. 

7. A pack of carborundum sponges, which is one of those products you wish you'd find much sooner. They're just *that* good at lifting the stubborn stains and grime you typically spend wayyyy too long hunched over the sink scrubbing.

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Promising review: "Nice and thin. You'll find so many more uses for these around the house than just getting stuff off the underside of cookware! I had hard, scaly water deposits on the glass surrounding our powder room faucet (one of those fancy, highfalutin modern-looking things). I've tried everything for four years to get this stuff off. One day, I thought, maybe I'll try my sponges. Took it all off super easily!!!! The faucet looks like new. My only rec is to spot-test your item first before using it because it will scratch certain surfaces if you scrub too aggressively (for example, it gets the burned-on, weird stuff off of the bottom of my fave Our Place pan, but I rubbed too hard in one spot and it took the color right off lol)." —Hoarder

Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sponge thicknesses).

8. Antibacterial paper soap sheets you'll keep around the house *and* in your bag at all times. The next time you find yourself in a public bathroom with the dreaded no-soap-anywhere situation, you'll be so glad you bought these. Just grab a sheet, add water, and rub your hands together to create a foamy lather!

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Fomin is a small business that specializes in plastic-free household essentials.

Promising review: "I bought these to put into my bag/pocket to carry around just in case. Sometimes public restrooms do not have soap and that is extremely inconvenient. These come in super handy! One sheet is definitely enough for me and it’s so cool to watch it turn from a dry sheet of paper into sudsy soap with water added. I 100% recommend." —woolymammoth

Get 300 sheets from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in many scents and multipacks).

9. A Pikk-it tool so you can stop shaving years off your life by trying to manually untangle your own hair from the vacuum. This lil' gadget will work to get rid of all the stubborn strands that are affecting your vac's suction power. You can use it on hairbrushes as well!

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Promising review: "Between myself (medium long hair) and my overly fluffy cat, a lot of hair and fluff was continually getting caught up on the roller brush of my vacuum. I dreaded vacuuming because it took so long to pull and snip the hairs wrapped up on the roller brush out with scissors. Not anymore! This silly, little, inexpensive thing works great! Super quick to remove all the hair/fur — in virtually a minute, then back to vacuuming with my lovely Miele vacuum." —MKS

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

10. A holy grail sunburn soother from Burt's Bees with both aloe and coconut oil to help hydrate sun-damaged skin and bid farewell to that nasty sunburn you tried but failed to prevent. Blistering and peeling? No thank you.

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This gentle but nourishing formula is free of parabens, phthalates, and petrolatum. 

Promising reviews: "Upon planning our vacation to the beach, I ordered sunscreen, suntan lotion, and sunburn relief from Amazon and packed them in our beach bag. Day two of our vacation on a cloudy day on the beach in Florida, my husband got sunburned on his feet, legs, and chest. He started putting sunburn relief on his skin the same day he got burned and we are on day four and he never peeled, was not in pain, and his sunburn is now tan. This lotion truly works and will be a staple now in our home." —ymucnxigv

"This is my favorite lotion of all time. If you get a sunburn, this stuff is awesome. It soothes the pain and prevents peeling and helps keep your tan. I also use it just for moisturizing after the shower and even for razor burn. It's essentially just coconut oil aloe and some other essential oils so you can even use it on your face." —Jason R.

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

11. Snug Plugs for anyone who knows the awful struggle of dealing with a loosey-goosey outlet that basically rejects anything you plug in. This will fix the problem without paying for a pricey visit from an electrician.

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Snug Plugs is a small business that specializes in home improvement products. 

Promising review: "These are SUCH a game-changer. We rent, so I can't do much about the loose outlets around the house. These have made several outlets usable again!" —Minerva G.

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $10.99 (also available as a 25-pack). 

12. A double-layer cat litter-trapping mat with a honeycomb design to catch and trap litter, which helps reduce the scattering you end up having to clean multiple times per day. Press in on the sides to open the mat, then dump the litter back into the box (or the trash). SO simple and SO useful!

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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes uses this litter mat and says: "I've been using this trapper mat for months now, and while it's pretty much impossible to eliminate all litter from your home if you own even one cat, let alone multiple, this mat has made keeping the floor of my litter box room MUCH more manageable. Unlike other mats, where the litter just kind of sits on top and eventually gets kicked elsewhere, this mat is designed so that the litter falls through the holes and stays inside the mat until you're ready to dump it. It's made out of an EVA material that's supposed to be gentle enough for cat paws, and my two kitties don't seem to have a problem walking on it. I *highly* recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area — I initially got the smaller one but went back for the larger size and it's perfect. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat."

Promising review: "These are the most effective litter mats that I've ever tried. This is the fourth different litter mat that I've tried. Nothing else has been effective with the three litter boxes that are kept on both hardwood and carpet. I got one at first to see if I liked it and then bought two more. The holes are deep enough that they catch everything and all you have to do is open it like an envelope to dump it out. I've had no issues with stuff getting stuck in the holes, either. I do use corncob litter, so I can't say anything as to the effectiveness of it with clay litter." —DisaRae

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

13. A box of Color Catcher sheets if you've experienced the unfortunate consequences of not separating your lights and darks when doing laundry — the worst. Toss one of these in with your wash, and it'll grab any dye that leaks or bleeds, so your white garments aren't completely ruined by your lack of sorting skills.

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Promising review: "These Color Catcher sheets really protect colors from bleeding. It makes all clothes/laundry brighter and look like new — not that old washed color after just one wash without these sheets. I give this product 5+ stars. Highly recommend. A few pennies spent additionally on your laundry makes one look like wearing new clothes all the time." —Nikita

Get 72 sheets from Amazon for $11.46 (also available in larger multipacks).

14. A jar of *THE* Pink Stuff because sometimes you need a miraculous cleaning paste to get rid of tough messes. You'll be shocked by how quickly and easily this stuff can lift the stains you've been battling for ages — everything from oven messes to shoe scuff marks to hard water stains in the shower. 

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Promising reviews: "I am speechless. I had burned on crud on the glass door inside of my oven. I literally took the product and put it on with a sponge, let it sit for 30 seconds, wiped it off with a hot watered paper towel, and it wiped clean! I regret not taking before and after pictures. I have tried everything under the sun and regret not trying this sooner. I was skeptical because I saw it on TikTok. BUY IT!!!!!! Can’t wait to try it on the shower! [Best] stuff I’ve ever used!" —Courtney

"This is one of those 'changed my life' products that you come across every once in a while. I have tried so many different things to clean my clear glass shower door and just end up wasting time, money, and effort. The reviews and price of this product sold me on it. I love the smell (very subtle) and I used it with a basic sponge on my shower door. It did take a little effort but not bad and yielded amazing results. I then got excited about the other possibilities and have used it on the inside of my oven door with similar results. It’s great. You won’t be disappointed." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $5.97+ (also available as a two-pack and in a bundle with a scrubber sponge).

15. A 2-in-1 nausea relief inhaler with a blend of menthol, camphor, and essential oils to help curb nausea when it hits ya outta nowhere. You can inhale it OR apply a small dab under your nose for longer-lasting relief that'll fight motion sickness, morning sickness, and good old random queasiness that has no explanation whatsoever.

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Read more about aromatherapy and aroma sticks 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 four-pack). 

16. A set of snap-on sheet labels so you automatically know which set of sheets are for which bed, and where each corner goes. That means no more guessing games when it's time to change the sheets. They snap right on, so no sewing or ironing required.

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Snap On Bedding Label is a small business run by Sunny Williams, a busy mom who wanted to spend less time finding the right sheets. 

Promising review: "These little snap tags have helped me organize my linen closet in a way I never thought possible! We have white sheets for every size bed in our home, and now I can tell the twins from the doubles and the queens from the kings! A tight snap that allows the sheets to go into the washer still tagged — genius!" —Janine Molinaro

Get a four-pack from Snap On Bedding ​Label on Etsy for $11.93 (originally $15.90; available in sizes Twin–King).

17. A hidden, plug-in fly trap that'll swat flies on your behalf because does anyone enjoy doing that? Each one provides 400 square feet of coverage to get rid of fruit flies, moths, gnats, and flies by naturally luring them in with a light. 

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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 a pack of two from Amazon for $12.97+ (also available in larger multipacks).

18. Or a super stickyinsect catcher in fun shapes that goes straight to the source — you can stick 'em right into the soil of your plants to help keep insects at bay. If your plant babies have ever been victimized by fungus gnats, future you will be eternally grateful for these!

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Reviewers note that these work best if you put them somewhere the flies are already attracted to — these will definitely trap them, but they won't attract them on their own. 

Promising review: "I had a HUGE fruit fly issue after I found a rotting lemon that had called behind a bread box. I paid $20+ for the liquid fly traps, but nothing worked. I ordered these sticky fly traps, and within two days, the sticky traps caught 50+ fruit flies, and I don’t have any more fruit flies. These were the least expensive options I tried and worked the best. I HIGHLY recommend!!!" —Lisa

Get a 36-pack from Amazon for $6.39+ (available in various styles and multipacks). 

19. Ocusoft's Original Foaming Eyelid Cleanser because have you ever dealt with a stye and spent the duration of its presence questioning your life's choices? Same. Now you can prevent them! This stuff is amazing for anyone prone to allergies and dry, itchy eyes that always seem irritated. It's a mild cleanser that helps remove dirt, oil, eye makeup, and even pollen while also soothing and refreshing your lids.

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Promising review: "Genius! I moved to a new part of California and my eyes kept watering. I tried allergy meds, but they didn't help much. Finally someone mentioned Ocusoft and I figured it couldn't hurt. What a difference! Ocusoft twice a day and keeping my eyeglasses spotless has totally solved the problem. All those tiny pollen spores that were stuck in places that irritated my eyes are gone. Really worth a try if you find your eyes are irritated seasonally." —Lindley Karstens

Get it from Amazon for $9.49. 

Psst — if your allergies are bad bad bad and you want to go turbo on eye relief, Ocusoft also has allergy-relief eye scrub pads!

20. A food tracker that'll prevent your precious angel from tricking you into thinking they weren't already fed. If there's confusion in the household about when they were fed last, this will help resolve it! This purchase will leave you feeling highly satisfied...but I can't say the same for the four-legged creatures in your home.

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Did You Feed The Dog? is a small business that makes various reminder signs for pet owners. They also make signs that remind you to brush your teeth and take your medicine!

Promising review: "Awesome product! There are four of us that were working together to feed the dogs. It simplified everything because I no longer have to text to see if anyone had fed them every morning. Now I just to see if it's green and if it's not, I feed them and indicate it. We all love it so much!" —Toni Deegan

Get it on Amazon for $9.61 (also available in four other styles).

21. A color-changing moisture indicator for transforming your black thumb into a green one before your eyes. If you constantly question whether you're over- or under-watering your plants, this will help you crack the case. It changes color to let you know when the soil is moist or needs to be hydrated.

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The Plant Doc is an Asian woman-owned small business based in Portland, Oregon.

Promising review: "This was a highly anticipated product, and it arrived with great packaging. I was so excited to receive it because I really needed something to help me know when my plants are in need of water since I'm always on the go. I almost broke one of the stems when trying to insert it into the dirt. I would suggest using something to loosen the area you want to stick these in, as they are not as strong. So far, so good. They are doing what they claim. The color changed from white to green and from green to white. I'm excited to see how well they continue to work long-term." —Lilly Moua

Get it from The Plant Doc on Etsy for $15.

22. A dryer lint brush with gag-worthy results that'll make you question your existence but the sheer relief will be more than worth it! This handy tool grabs ALL the lint and dust trapped in your dryer vent and then some.

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Promising review: "Works perfectly for scrubbing the stuck lint out of the insides of your dryer. Everyone who owns a dryer should have one of these. They're basic safety equipment. Clean that lint, reduce fire hazards, and make the machine more efficient. They're long enough, strong enough, and just flexible enough without being too flexible." —Winged Wolf

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $6.99+ (also available as a three-pack or individually).

23. And this washing machine cleaning gel when you wanna banish all the slime living in your washer gasket. Simply apply it to the affected area, let it sit for a few hours, then wipe the evidence away. 

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Promising review: "Very satisfied. I tried everything to remove the black mold with no success. This product actually worked to remove the black mold. I applied the gel to the mold and left it to sit overnight. I was amazed the mold wiped off with a rag." —Robin S. Johns

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four sizes and as a two-pack).

24. A wart-removing gel with results so shocking, you'll be rubbing your eyes in pure disbelief. It contains salicylic acid to help dry out those growths *and* it comes with waterproof patches for an effective, no-mess solution.

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Promising review: "I had five awfully painful plantar warts on my foot for about four months. They were all about a 1/4 inch apart on the ball of my foot and I had a massive one under my second toe. It was becoming hard to walk with how painful they were. This was a Hail Mary and it worked phenomenally. The gel coats well right where you apply it. It doesn’t have an awful stench. I applied it every three to four days for a couple of weeks. I noticed the pain was less and less until I didn’t notice any. Last night, I was actually able to pull and peel the remains of the dead warts out!! Kinda gross, but kind of cool. Seriously, this product works. If you have annoying warts...this is the answer!!!" —CJ805

Get a kit with the gel and 12 patches from Amazon for $11.95 (also available in two other styles).

25. A Shark Tank-famous grocery bag carrier to eliminate several trips up and down the apartment stairs you definitely didn't plan for. Too many bags to carry? No problem! These strong holders will help you get it done in one go!

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Click & Carry is a small business that specializes in easy-carry accessories. 

Promising review: "TikTok made me buy it. This is great when you have a few bags and a box — for example, if you balance the bags, you can throw it over your shoulder and walk inside and have two free hands to carry the box, which is great. Product seems well-built and is comfortable on your shoulder or hand because of the padding." —Hung

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in various colors/sets). 

26. Dual-sided shower curtain hooks so you don't have to struggle with changing curtains and liners for a moment longer. It's strong enough to support both *and* allows you to install or remove them in one fell swoop. Better late than never, amirite?

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These rust-resistant hooks have a dedicated hook on each side – one for the curtain and one for the liner. They slide seamlessly on your shower curtain rod too, so no more snagging! 

Promising review: "Where has this product been my whole life!?! The only reason people don’t use this product is because they don’t know it exists. I will never go back to regular shower rings again. It is SO much easier to change out shower liners this way and takes maybe two minutes instead of the tedious waste of time that is unhooking the regular shower rings. I highly recommend this for everyone and see no downside to it. I wish I had discovered this sooner." —Resipsamew

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $5.97+ (available in five colors).

27. Detergent cup holders, which might make you whisper "Where have you been all my life?" when you do laundry. Gone are the days of wiping up soapy puddles that dripped onto the floor. Simply snap the parts together and attach the cup holder to the detergent spout!

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It can fit detergent spouts that are 1.7" in diameter.

Promising review: "I love these. I wish I knew about them sooner! I was always keeping towels under my laundry soap for when the soap would drip. But now I don’t need to. Must buy." —Amanda A.

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $6.99. 

28. Some fire extinguishing spray for those moments of sheer panic that happen all too often in life. When something sparks and threatens to catch fire, it's important to act FAST. Be responsible and keep a can of this spray on hand to nip those scary situations in the bud!

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Promising review: "I bought one for beside the grill, one for beside the stove, one for the laundry room, and one for the car. I think the intuitive, easy to use design is fantastic. We already have the muscle memory for using a spray can. In an emergency, it's so much easier to grab this and use it, and turn a small fire into a non-fire. I don't have time to remember a three step method of fire control when my bacon has gotten out of control on the stove. I'm not a firefighter! I'd really like to have one in every room. Think about it. Isn't it better to immediately contain a small fire than deal with a big one? This could save your life, and your house." —K. Zander

Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

29. A hairbrush cleaning tool so you can pull out ALL the hair and product buildup that's been living rent-free in your brush. The pointed end rakes out loose hair while the bristles are designed to extract fluff, dirt, and other stubborn debris.

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Here's what BuzzFeeder Jenae Sitzes says about it: "I finally tried out this tool with my Crave Naturals brush, which I used for (*checks Amazon order history*) TWO YEARS without ever doing a deep clean of it. I mean, sure, I would regularly pull out the loose hair and whatever I could get to using my fingers, but there was always this gross layer at the bottom I couldn't reach, and I kind of just tried my best to pretend it wasn't there. LET ME TELL YOU: This tool is genius. With barely any effort, it pulled out that gross, years-old layer of *stuff* at the bottom of my brush (the photo above shows that layer already ~dislodged~ by the tool, right before I pulled it out), and now I don't have to feel disgusting every time I run it through my hair. It actually feels like it's doing a better job of *brushing* now too! Seriously, if you are a human with brushable hair on your head, you need this."

Get it from Amazon for $11.95.

30. FryAway Waste Cooking Oil Solidifier Powder that'll make it much easier to dispose of leftover cooking grease. Sprinkle the powder in the oil while it's hot, let it cool, then scoop it into the trash. You'll soon wonder how you dealt with leftover grease before this revelation.

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FryAway is a woman-owned and Latine-owned small business started by Laura Lady, who loves both cooking and being kind to the planet. They donate 1% of revenue to nonprofits focused on water conservation.

Promising review:" I used to HATE cooking with oil because I never knew what to do with it when I was finished. Not anymore! This stuff works amazingly well, is easy to use, and allows me to trash oil without a big mess! It just takes a little scoop and a short amount of time for it to set into a gel, and then it all scoops out of the pan so easily! I’m just sad I didn’t find this product sooner!" —TheBjamin

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three styles).

31. A set of Lock Laces you'll prob wish you discovered YEARS ago considering how much time you've spent tying (and retying) your laces throughout the day. Now you'll be able to slip on your shoes, tighten if needed, and head out the door.

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Promising review: "I can't believe just how pumped I am over these shoelaces! They make me wanna slip my shoes off and on just because I can! They make my shoes more comfortable than I could have ever imagined (due to the elasticity). I have them set up to just the right amount of tightness to where I can just slip my shoes on and off without having to adjust them at all (and they are plenty tight). Welcome to the 21st century!" —dm925

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 16 colors).

32. A pack of disposable shower hair catchers, which was likely designed by the genius who understands not everyone has the stomach to maintain a TubShroom full of wet gobs of hair. Simply place the mesh sticker over your shower drain cover and toss it in the trash when it's full. Each one can last up to three weeks, and it's easy to peel off when it's time for a new one.

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Promising review: "For anyone with long hair, drainage clogging in the shower is a pain. So THANKS to whoever thought of such a simple but clever solution. They stick perfectly and the glue lasts like three weeks. It literally does not let a hair pass, and it's just so easy to place and remove. I wish I had known about this product before! A must-buy." —MER

Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in packs of 50 or 100, and in a square style).

33. A Take-n-Slide medication tracker so you stay on top of your meds and never accidentally take it twice! Once you take it, slide the tracker over and you'll be good to go without any guesswork. Yep, you need this in your life. 

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Promising review: "What a genius product. I absolutely love them. If you take the same medication, when you get your new prescription, just pour the pills into the bottle that you placed the tab strip on. It will literally last forever. So much more convenient than the pill boxes." —M C Zamarripa

Get a five-pack from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two colors and in packs of five).

34. A clear toy blocker for ~blocking~ out the thought of how much time you've wasted trying to retrieve lost toys from under the fridge, stove, etc. It comes in two heights, can be cut to fit your space, and the tape is removable *and* washable!

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Promising review: "I am constantly retrieving dog toys from under my couch. So often, in fact, I think my dog does it on purpose. THESE BLOCKERS ARE AMAZING. Every time she tries to push her ball under the couch, it pops right back. I wish I had gotten these sooner." —Evan Stark

Get it from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in various sizes).

35. A pack of kitchen sink strainers when you're so done fishing out smelly food bits from the drain. Place it in the opening and remove it when it's time to toss the scraps in the trash. Why you don't already own this is beyond comprehension, tbh.

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Promising review: "Wished I had bought these sooner! So much better than any of the plastic/rubberized ones that stain. These metal strainers do not move around and they catch so much gunk that doesn't go down the drains now. Easy to clean in the sink with a brush or throw them in the dishwasher on occasion to clean. I've had these for a few months now and they are just as shiny as the day I bought them and they keep so much debris from going down the drains. Very useful items." —RSU

Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.99.

36. A handheld mini fan — as excited as we all are for warmer weather, it's also important to be able to cool down ASAP. This multitalented gadget also acts as a flashlight *and* a backup power bank. New summer essential unlocked 🔓.

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 It's USB rechargeable with two speed options!

See a TikTok of the handheld mini fan in action.

Promising review: "Bought this after seeing it on TikTok, and wow. Where has this been all my life? A portable charger (extra, because I already have one), a fan with two settings (this kept me cool during my brother’s outdoor college graduation), and a flashlight (perfect for finding my phone when I drop it in my car). It’s a great little thing that adds that extra EXTRA-ness to your life." —Angie

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

37. A clever butter dish and grip setif the idea of cutting up butter to spread it in a pan leads you to avoid cooking entirely. Pfft, not anymore! Slide your stick of butter straight onto the grip and the spreading and greasing process will be much easier.

The Magnetack / Etsy

The Magnetack is a small Etsy seller based in Miami.

Promising review: "Absolutely perfect. It holds a whole stick of butter, and the butter stays in place, unlike with some of the other products on the market that are supposed to serve the same purpose." —Michelle

Get it from The Magnetack on Etsy for $14.95.

38. A non-abrasive cooktop cleaning kit because your stove has probably seen better days and this kit will help restore it. You'll be stunned by how well it lifts pesky grease stains and other messes, so much so that you'll have to find it in your heart to forgive your past self for not buying it sooner.

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It comes with a 10-ounce bottle of cooktop cleaner, a cleaning pad, and a scraper.

Apply a quarter-sized amount directly to a cool cooktop, rub with the included cleaning pad, then buff the surface and wipe it clean. You can use the included scraper tool to remove burnt-on food stains!

Promising review: "I had tried four different cleaners before discovering this one and I wish I would have found it sooner! All of that caked-on liquid that runs out of the pans and burns into the stove top while you’re cooking?? This removes all of it. It doesn’t scratch your glass top stovetop and it leaves it looking brand new. I won’t ever buy another cleaner — this is it for me!" —Christine

Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in three styles).

39. A washable drip catcher when you're tired of wiping up puddles of water around the faucet — this will catch the mess for you. Not to mention that you'll save yourself SO many paper towels and/or dirty dish towels.

Hustle & Sew / Etsy

Hustle & Sew is a Saint Helens, Oregon-based Etsy shop with lots of fun and functional handmade goods like face masks, bags, and stasher scrunchies!

Promising review: "This is so great. It works perfectly. No more soggy sink. It is so much easier to do dishes now with this around my faucet." —Megan McCartney

Get it from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).

40. A versatile jar-opening tool to help you pop open that stubborn jar of sauce you spend way too much time struggling with. Instead of angrily tapping the lid or running the jar under warm water, grab your jar opener and get on with your routine! There are four slots, so you can open jars of various sizes *and* it has a hook on top for opening tricky pull-tab cans. 

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Promising review: "This is amazing! I wish I knew about this sooner! Makes opening any jar of any size so easy! Especially the ones with the airtight seal. Also, this is for anyone of any age or any strength…everyone can benefit. If you want to just make opening any jar effortless, you need this!" —Kim

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

Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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