If You’re Old Enough To Have Actually Experienced The Y2K Era, These 43 “Boring” Products Will Probably Excite You
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PS: ChomChom is a small biz!
Promising review: "It works!! You just roll it up and down a surface and it picks up the pet hair!! I've used it on the bed, couch, and cat tree! It's very easy to use, and when you press the button, it pops open so that you can clean it out. One thing I will say is that trying to get every hair and fuzzy from the container is a little bit frustrating, but I'm still very satisfied because at least I can clean out the majority, even if a few hairs get left in the canister. I recommend it to anyone who has pets that shed. It works better than vacuuming hair off of surfaces or using tape or a lint roller, and it's very quick!!" —Myrtle
Here's more from BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes (those are her photos above!):
"I've been using the ChomChom for quite a while now, but I took the photos above literally just now to show just how quick, easy, and effective this roller is. It took 10 seconds to rid my velvet couch ottoman (yes, velvet...a terrible cat owner choice, I know) of the hair my two gray kitties are constantly leaving everywhere. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside."
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors).
The gel formula is safe to use on/around windows, sinks and baths, shower heads, pools, tiles, silicone sealant, and more. Leave it on the area you're looking to clean for six to eight hours (no scrubbing required). Some reviewers with really bad mold/mildew note that leaving it on for longer and/or doing a second round of cleaning made a huge difference!
Promising review: "I live in a rental home and was a little hesitant to use this at first, so I tested it in a small corner of my bathroom. The directions say to leave the gel on for 5–6 hours, but I only let it sit for three hours just to make sure nothing bad would happen. Wow! I was so impressed. I literally just applied a small amount of this gel to the corner and wiped it off with a wet sponge — the stain was gone! I didn’t even have to scrub or anything. I was so amazed by the results that I then applied the gel to the inside of my shower and most of the tiles on the floor (and let the gel sit for the full 6 hours as directed this time). This stuff is legit. Buy it! You won’t regret it!" —Sarah W.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
After brushing and flossing, you paint your teeth with the pen (each pen contains about 20 uses), wait for 30 minutes, then rinse!
Promising reviews: "I have to say, I was skeptical about this product from all the TikTok hype about it, but after trying it out, it really does work. This was super easy, didn’t hurt my teeth at all, and didn’t taste much different than my regular toothpaste since I got the mint-flavored one. I used it for a few weeks before my brother’s wedding, and it worked like a charm. I noticed visible results in only a couple of days and was able to keep using it until I reached my desired shade of white. 10/10 would recommend for anyone with sensitive teeth and tastes!" —Victoria Bravo
"Saw this on BuzzFeed — they were right! It's easy to use and actually works. I was so surprised at how well this pen bleached out some coffee stains on my teeth after just one application. I've tried Crest Whitestrips, and this is better because you can get in between the teeth." —CS
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.95+ (available in packs of four).
Learn more about different kinds of eye drops and what they can do at Cleveland Clinic. Note that eye drops can potentially mask symptoms of eye conditions, so you should talk to your eye doctor about what's right for you. And according to Mayo Clinic, you should avoid redness-reducing drops if you're looking for dry-eye relief.
Promising review: "I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I've used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness." —Angela Leonard
Get it from Amazon for$11.93.
Promising review: "My philosophy is you need to love your job and love your bed because that's where you spend most of your hours. Anyway, I don't work anymore but I dang sure love my bed! High-quality mattress, nice linens, and THESE pillows! They are PERFECT!!!! There isn't a single thing that can be improved because they are like sleeping on a cloud that supports you perfectly...100 out of 10 stars! We stayed at the Aria in Vegas for my bachelorette party and had several rooms... the first morning, we were ALL talking about the pillows! I'm pretty sure these are the same ones!" —Shawna Hathaway
Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ for a pack of two (available in queen and king sizes).
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Promising reviews: "I bought this based on a review in a BuzzFeed article. I have long, thick, curly hair and use this maybe once a week. I get a ton of compliments every time, and I absolutely love the way my hair feels afterward. So amazingly soft. I use it in the shower and usually wash my hair and then towel dry it. I put a small amount in my hair, mostly on the roots. Let it sit while I shave my legs, and then rinse it out and comb through with a wide-tooth comb. I allow my hair to air dry, and bam, amazing hair. This will forever be part of my hair routine now." —m. damocles
"THIS STUFF IS AMAZING. Super easy to apply. I have fine, curly hair, and it leaves my hair glossy and soft without weighing it down. Works better than any Moroccan Oil, L'Oréal, or Briogeo product I've used and is wayyyyy cheaper. Gifted a bottle to a friend with very thick curly hair, and they said it works amazing on them, too. Just do it once a week and you're set!" —Mid-west
Get it from Amazon for $7.60.
Read our review of Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment to learn more about why one BuzzFeeder calls it, "the miracle product I've been searching for."
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Promising review: "Okay! So I was skeptical at first, but honestly, this stick is life-changing!!! In a matter of minutes, my skin felt hydrated and plumped. After an hour, still hydrated. No greasy after feeling, very light, and you can feel your skin hydrated and absorbing. I love the fact that you can use it on your eyes, lips, and wrinkles!! Game changer for me, will def try the others!" —Kristy
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
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These are 100% USDA-certified bio-based, meaning they're made entirely from plant-based materials and better for the environment than your regular disposable wipes.
Clean Skin Club is a small business that launched in 2019 to create innovative natural skincare products.
Promising reviews: "Starting in my '30s, I had developed some acne, and not just around that time of month. I read your bath towels can develop bacteria every few days if they're not washed, and so putting that on your face can cause acne. That's why I bought these towels! I use them after my skincare routine on my face, and then again, to clean up our sink (yay for double use)! They have cleaned up my skin significantly, and I highly recommend these!" —Jaclyn O
"I’ve dealt with mild acne and terrible scarring since I was in eight grade. I’m 30 now. I haven’t had one pimple since I’ve switched to using these. I use the same towel for about 3–4 days, which is 6–8 uses, so it’s not even necessary to use a new one every day/every use. They’re really wonderful." —Dami
Get them from Amazon for $17.95+ for a pack of 50 (also available in other pack sizes).
Each cleaner comes with a trial size of Bissell's Spot & Stain Formula, which is also available on Amazon for $11!
Promising review: "I have four expensive, fabric-covered chairs in my kitchen dining area that were long overdue to be cleaned. I researched all the available portable cleaning machines, and this one seemed to have the best ratings. I was amazed at the results when I used it on the chairs. Years of ground-in dirt and grime came out easily, and when I looked at the solution that was vacuumed out it was the color of dark chocolate. I did a second cleaning and then used a spray bottle to apply clean water to rinse. Honestly, the chairs looked so good, and even my son was so impressed that he bought one. I highly recommend it, and I rate it 5 stars plus!" —Kathleen Petro
Get it from Amazon for $123.59.
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Promising review: "These things work! I’ve been dealing with bad breakouts recently and could not figure out what was causing them. I was recommended to try these, and let me tell you, the stuff that came out of my pores was unreal. I’ve tried charcoal face masks, and nothing has worked as well as these. My face is finally clearing up." —Hannah Braswell
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $16.85.
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The powder-based, benzene-free dry shampoo works just like spray formulas — apply to the area you're looking to refresh and then shake out the excess powder with your fingertips or a brush.
Promising review: "So, I was very skeptical about the product because all the photos I saw were people with finer hair, so I wasn’t too sure it was gonna work for me, a woman of color, but let me tell you, this works! I just got my hair done two days ago and I made a mistake putting something in it and it made it kind of greasy, so I said, "There has to be a solution for this," and I found this product. I just put it on, and the results were great. This is definitely going to save me whenever this happens — especially between washes." —jacqueline
Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in seven shades).
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Read more about how Epsom salt soaks (or baths) can help with soreness at Cleveland Clinic.
My colleague Emma Lord loves these! Here's her review:
"I'm a long-ish distance runner, and these were certainly an interesting experience for my feet! You slide them on and, after a few minutes, feel a tingling, mildly burning (in a good way) sensation. It doesn't quite numb your feet, but it relaxes them. I kept them on for 30 minutes and then toweled my feet off, and the tingling sensation slowly faded over the next 30 minutes. After that, my feet felt very refreshed and relaxed at a time of day when they're usually aching from all the miles I put in. The whole thing was a mess-free, easy process, and I will definitely keep them on hand for longer run days!"
Promising review: "Really makes my tired feet feel much better. I’m a nanny who works nine-hour days and is on my feet for most of it — lots of times barefoot. These even help my feet the next day! Lasting relief." —Lynn Crofton
Get it from Amazon for $14.67.
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Promising review: "I had had it with my broken basic mop and bucket. With three boys and a dog that makes his rounds on all the furniture and every exposed corner, I had to do something. Let me tell you, I HATE cleaning, I HATE mopping, but I LOVE for things to be clean. I was able to mop the entire house TWICE (because it was that dirty. Please don't judge.) within an hour. A few days later, I mopped the entire house again within 10 minutes because they weren't quite as dirty." —Molly
Get it from Amazon for $34.97.
Promising review: "I just purchased my second broom, as my first lasted seven years! This is the best thing I've ever used for dog hair." —Sarah Hellman
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (also available in a compact version).
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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 pack of 10 from Amazon for $10.99 (available in clear and glow-in-the-dark).
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There are dozens of colors available, so you can choose the best one for your tiles.
Promising review: "I moved to a rental unit where the grout in the kitchen had clearly been mopped with dirty water and left to dry enough times that the beige grout was mostly black and gross. I tried to clean the grout, but my best efforts still left the grout splotchy, and it was hard work. When I tried the grout pen, the difference was absolutely amazing — it looks like new grout, and it takes only one or two coats to restore and recolor the grout completely. I'm going to order a couple more pens and do as much of the floor as I can. What a difference! It now looks like a new floor. Love it." —Minnmac
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available with narrow or wide tip).
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A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match.
Promising review: "I have had some tough stains on my stove top that I couldn’t find anything to get rid of. I tried glass cleaner, stove top cleaner, magic erasers, and even some 'tried and true homemade methods.' Nothing worked. I decided to give this a shot, and I have honestly never been happier with a cleaning product. 11/10." —Sam
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
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It comes with three detailing attachments (a flathead, extendable, and brush nozzle attachment). You also get a carrying bag, filter brush, and spare HEPA filter. Plug it into the 12V aux outlet in your car and the 16-foot cord will give you enough slack needed to clean the entire vehicle!
Promising review: "Best little thing ever!!! Don’t have to pay $20 a month for a car wash lol." —Alissa Littlejohn
Get it from Amazon for $22.49+ (available in four styles).
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It's also great to use while scrolling in the bath so you don't get your phone wet — check it out in action on TikTok!
Promising reviews: "What a difference this makes. I'm usually TikTok-ing while in bed, and have my phone on a stand. Not having to raise my hand to scroll up or down is amazing!" —Phons S
"I use this just to scroll while reading on my iPad. It allows me to curl up in the blankets while I have my iPad in a holder. (It may be lazy, but I’m obsessed all the same.) Super comfortable to hold/wear around your finger. Was easy to connect with my iPad and definitely worth the money in my opinion." —Mandi Arnold
Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (available in three colors).
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Promising review: "The double hooks are genius. So much easier to remove for cleaning shower curtain now. Those clips on more common models never seem to work quite right. Simple but effective!" —John A Windus
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 18 finishes).
Promising review: "I LOVE these dispensers!!! They look so cute and make me feel so organized. They dispense liquids really well and do not leak. They come with almost every label you would need." —Tara Foster
Get them from Amazon for $22.95+(available in two sizes, sets of one, two, or four, and in three styles).
Dryer balls are eco-friendly *and* budget friendly because you can use them over and over. Friendsheep is a small business that sells dryer balls handmade by women in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Promising review: "These are so incredibly cute! I love that they look like soot sprites! I used them today and noticed a significant decrease in drying time. No static, and able to be scented with essential oils. A great alternative to polyester, single-use dryer sheets." —Daria
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $18 (also available in eight other designs).
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Promising review: "Looks just as pictured, adorable! Looks really pretty on my pantry shelves. I like that there is a textured side to keep it more in place. Easy to clean. Easy to cut." —Mars
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 21 colors/prints).
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Hustle Sew Shop is a small shop based in Saint Helens, Oregon, run by Jacy Stratton.
Promising review: "LOVE these splash catchers! They save me from having to chase the puddles that form around the base of our faucet before they start creeping over the counter. So reasonably priced, made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care." —Alina
Get it from Hustle Sew Shop on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).
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Sheet Keeper is a woman-owned small business based in Los Angeles.
Promising review: "I bought these to reorganize my linen closet. They arrived the next day, and I was so excited to use them. They make finding the right size sheets so easy, so I never have to guess. Will definitely be ordering more soon. Love these!" —AniRam
Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six sizes, including comforter and duvet styles).
Each kit comes with six pre-cut LED light strips (9.8 feet in total) and adhesive strips for mounting. The 17-key remote can control basic functions like turning the lights on/off, setting a timer, dimming the lights, etc. Plus, it works at distances up to 60 feet.
Promising review: "Awesome product!! I love the ease of installation and the extra included pieces for a good fit. Perfect for adding some much-needed light to my dark kitchen. Dimmable and comes with a remote! There's no downside!" —Breezy Lady
Get a set of six from Amazon for $18.89+ (available in three colors and two sizes).
Promising review: "Very, very nice. I am a renter so putting a huge hole in the wall to hide my wires was not going to happen. After searching for something that could help with the look of the wires in my living room, I was glad to have come across this socket! I love it. I just installed it last night, I’m extremely happy with the look and the adhesive works really good. I highly recommend it :)" —Nlizr
Get it from Amazon for $21.95+ (available in four sizes and two styles).
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Promising review: "Great product!! Now I never have to worry about leaving my curling iron plugged in!! I also bought one for my mom!!" —Sandra R.
Get it from Amazon for $12.39.
Each pack comes with four bands that can stretch from 12–18 inches and hold adequate tension.
Promising review: "These bands are great! We have an adjustable bed and had bought sheets that are big enough but they pop off constantly — to the point where I had all but given up on keeping them on the bed. I looked up ways to fix the problem without having to buy new sheet sets in a bigger size and found these. They are super easy to use, so if they aren’t working right, that’s due to user error. These little guys are a time-saving genius idea that I wish I would have purchased years ago." —K
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three colors and four pack sizes).
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product! I have a couple of daily medications, and oftentimes, I forget whether I’ve taken them and/or whether I’ve taken the second dose. Recently, I inadvertently took a double dose because I couldn’t remember whether I had taken the medication or not. This product solves the problem. There is even a satisfying feeling I get when I 'click' the tabs. Genius little invention." —Tiffany Maggard
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two colors).
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Elypro is a small biz with all sorts of smart home organizers.
Promising review: "Genius. This is one of those 'why didn't I think of that' items. They work perfectly. They are very sturdy and expand to the right size for all my mugs and glasses. My cabinets have more space and look neater." —CC Rider
Get a set of six (to organize 12 mugs) from Amazon for$24.99 (available in three colors).
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Promising reviews: "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
"We have these on every ceiling fan in our house and have noticed such a difference since installing them! There is less dust on our furniture, and the general air quality in our rooms has improved. There is no longer dust build-up on our fan blades. Super easy to install!" —Hannah McClam
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $21.99.
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It can also be used to help discourage smaller animals from hiding under furniture!
Promising review: "This product is GENIUS! My husband and I jokingly said how we wished there was something we could put under our couches to block toys from being lost under there, and with one good old Amazon search, of course, it exists! We used to spend literally a half hour each night trying to knock the toys back out from under the couch with a broom, and now we never have to do that again. It was quick and easy to install, and now toys bounce right off of it and go back to the center of the living room, making for the easiest cleanup ever." —Truthful_Reviews
Get it from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in two heights and a range of pack sizes).
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Shower Cat is a small business established in 2021 specializing in products to prevent shower clogs.
Promising review: "This is the best little gadget I've found in a long time!!! If you have a daughter, like I do, who has lots of hair that usually winds up on the walls, the floor, or in the shower drain, this is the best invention to tackle that mess!!! It easily grabs the hair from your fingers and just as easily releases for easy cleanup! The Shower Cat is genius, highly recommend!!" —Mary Henry
Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in white and pink).
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Promising review: "This is the most useful little item I have EVER placed in my car for litter management. It's easy to use, easy to empty, AND it doubles as a spare cup holder when needed. I've ordered more for our other cars. The kids have really improved their management of basic tidiness in the car with this in our family vehicle. My husband has managed to keep the passenger seat easy for me to join him in his car, and now our teens will enjoy an uncluttered life in the 'teen mobile.'" —DW
Get it from Amazon for $5.99.
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Promising review: "Oh, how I love this laundry guard! I have very little counter space in my laundry room and this allows me to use all that space on top of the washer and dryer for folding clothes. No more fishing socks and underwear from behind the machines! I love it, and so does everyone else who visits and sees it for the first time. The magnets hold it in place very well. There is not a lot of shifting unless I throw something large and heavy up there, but it's an easy adjustment to get it back in place. Good quality, not flimsy at all. I highly recommend this product." —Christa
Get it from Amazon for $32.95 (available in two colors).
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Cup Claw is a US-based, family-owned small business specializing in fashion tools.
Promising review: "After so many lost bra pads, this has been a lifesaver. Instead of feeling immense amounts of frustration trying to get the pads back into place, this works like a breeze. It is simple to use, effective, and takes a lot of stress out of life. If you are tired of fighting with pads to get them smoothed out and back into place, I highly recommend this." —Wesley I.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
Promising review: "Convenient, easy, quick way to keep the dishwasher fresh and working at peak." —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.98.
Sink Topper is a small business that specializes in household-friendly organizing mats.
Promising review: "I was introduced to this item through TikTok and they weren’t joking when they place certain videos on your 'for you page,' because they knew that I NEEDED THIS. It is super helpful for small sinks, and I love the material. It doesn’t slide around, it’s wide enough for all my (at the moment) bathroom needs, and I can easily fold it up and take it anywhere with me." —Allie West
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Promising review: "These work great! They work so well that I installed them and forgot them. My bureau is pretty deep, and my clothes would all fall on top of each other and become a big mess. Now I'm pretty organized with my T-shirts." —Pathfndr
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
Slobproof is a woman-owned small business.
Promising reviews: "Works great, no mess! This was easy to use to touch up our son's bedroom corner walls." —Elizabeth
"Love this — absolutely perfect for touchin' up little spots that need touchin' up. I have several sets filled with different paints, and so far, they've stayed usable without the paint drying out. I rinse the brush really well after each use (latex paints) and recap it. It would be nice if the manufacturer put an area on the pen where you could easily label the paint info, but I use a permanent marker, and it works okay." —Hooked on AMZN!
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99.
Each bag holds up to 50 pounds and has an extra pocket. PS: Lotus Trolley Bag is a small biz!
Promising review: "This bag is perfect!! I have wanted one for a while now and finally purchased it about two weeks ago. Since then, I have used the bags several times at the grocery store. Even when I ran in for a few items, I was able to detach the two smaller bags and just use them. I love the cooler bag; it is perfect for all of my refrigerated items. The egg and wine compartments in the largest purple bag are genius! I have received so many questions and comments on the bags every time I use them. I would definitely recommend getting the Lotus Trolley Bags!" —K.Keith
Get them from Amazon for $44.99.
Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." —BBP623
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.86.
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