1. A WD-40 pen (A pen! Genius!) to enjoy the squeak-quieting, hinge-lubricating, rust-preventing powers that you know and love from traditional WD-40 but in an easy-to-maneuver precise pen tip.

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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 $12.99.

2. A ceiling fan carbon filter for grabbing dust, pollen, smoke, dander, and other allergens as the fan spins. It sticks to the fan blade and is unnoticeable — but you may notice the difference in the air!

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

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $21.99.

3. A pack of towel clips that'll prevent kids and pets from pulling down the towel. Or, maybe you have neither of those things, yet your hand and kitchen towels always end up on the ground.

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

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99.

4. A pair of specially designed Wrist Buddy contoured yoga blocks so there's less pressure on your wrists in a yoga pose or plank, which may cause less pain and allow you to grip the block better.

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See it in action on TikTok.

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

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

5. A time-saving fruit and veggie divider because quartering grapes by hand...yeah no thank you!! Parents swear this thing is so convenient because it easy enough and safe enough for their kiddos to use — and the little ones find it fun to use too!

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Check out a TikTok of the fruit and veggie divider in action. 

Promising review: "If you have toddlers, get it — especially if you're on the fence. I needed something for grapes, blueberries, blackberries, and other small fruits and veggies we go through so much. My breakfast was getting cold long before I was done cutting fruit for two toddlers. Most cutters only do one grape or berry, but this one can do several grapes and a small handful of blueberries. We will definitely be getting a lot of use out of it in this house." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.90. 

6. A set of portable suction cup blackout curtain shades if you're on vacation and wistfully longing for the blackout curtains you have at home — or if you just don't want to commit to installing blackout curtains but still need total darkness to sleep.

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Promising review: "This has been a game changer when we travel. It is perfect for covering big and small windows. The only downside comes from the actual windows. Weird designs and large borders allows for a little light to shine through. Overall, I’m very satisfied with this product and how it works. Suction is great!" —Lisete G.

Get it from Amazon for $21.38+ (available in 10 styles and in two-packs). 

7. A nail concealer to subtly hide yellowing and staining on your nails.

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Promising review: "As a 62-year-old woman who gardens, cleans house, etc., I needed something that improved the look of my nails without looking cheap or crappy. This was more than I wanted to spend on nail polish...but totally worth it. Two coats showed NO ridges and looked better than natural nails without looking fake or cheap. Totally worth it!" —Unbiased Independent Reviewer

Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in five shades).

Check out our Londontown Illuminating Nail Concealer review for more deets!

8. A pair of new and improved Loop Quiet 2 noise-reduction earplugs for dulling loud noises and background sounds, as well as muffling voices. They're great for people with auditory sensitivities and folks who just want some peace and quiet to focus or find zen.

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The earplugs also come with a carrying case and four different ear tips (XS–L) to ensure the perfect fit.

Check out this in-depth review on TikTok.

Promising reviews: "They are amazing. They fit and stay in all night even when side sleeping. They reduce ambient sound so well. It helps get rid of the annoying sound of my CPAP machine. It works so well it makes it hard to hear my alarm go off in the morning, which would be my only issue. Though I'd rather have that issue than not have an actual good night of sleep." —Tim W

"I’m a bartender at a live music venue. We have music every day, and some bands are just louder than ever. I not only wanted to save my ears from future issues but also be able to work without my ears ringing for hours afterward. These are perfect. I can still hear my customers, but it muffles the sound of the bands and helps keep me comfortable throughout my shift. The silicone is very comfortable, and I thought it was really nice that it came with 3 interchangeable sized earpieces. I have a couple of (nontraditional) piercings in my ear, and the plugs still fit comfortably! I convinced my coworker to get some. Great value for money, would buy them over and over again!!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $27.95 (available in 10 colors).

9. A lip balm keychain cap that'll save you from misplacing that $24 lip balm before you can even use it. Each cap is designed to replace the original packaging and conveniently attaches to your keychain, purse strap, etc.

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Foundry Prints Co. is a small business based in Ocala, Florida.

Caps are available for a variety of popular lip balms, including Aquaphor Lip Repair, ChapStick, Glossier Balm Dotcom, Laneige Lip Glowy Balm, Lanolips Tinted Lip Balm, Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Lip Treatment, Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm, Topicals Lip Salve, and Vaseline Lip Therapy.

Promising review: "This is the perfect addition to my bag! I can always easily find my lip gloss now. Totally recommend. Would be a great gift or even stocking stuffer!" —Amber

Get it from Foundry Prints Co. on Etsy for $5 (available in 10 styles and 11 colors).

10. A waterless and instant makeup brush cleaner so you can skip the hours-long process of washing and drying your makeup brushes. This spray penetrates the brush hairs and melts oils and pigments fast while drying pretty much instantly. Wow!

Jenny Patinkin

Promising review: "I don't know what magic you put in this, but it works SO WELL. It sprays great and directly where you want it, and within seconds of rubbing it on a cloth, the makeup comes right off of the brush. And it smells great. It is SO easy, and cleaning my brushes will happen much more frequently now. Thank you!" —Corrie Valencic

Get it from Jenny Patinkin and Nordstrom for $19.

11. A beloved tightening cream because the 39,000+ reviewers who rated it 5 stars is all the proof you need. It's infused with caffeine, coconut oil, and guarana extract to firm, smooth, and add shimmer to the skin. Plus, the vanilla, salted caramel, and pistachio scent is better than any perfume out there.

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Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I am 60, and I could not get rid of the cellulite on my legs. I started using this product six weeks ago and can noticeably see a difference. I apply morning and evening before bed for optimal results. It goes on smooth and has a creamy, nonsticky feel. The smell is dreamy, and even my husband has commented on the improvement. Make sure you apply in a circular motion for optimal coverage, absorption, and circulation." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in two sizes).

12. A pre-swim hair cream if you don't want your mane to look like a dry, tangled mess. This cream protects your tresses from chlorine and can help prevent blonde hair from turning green.

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Promising review: "I am 70 years old and have been coloring my gray for some time now. Since going gray, my hair has been getting frizzy, so I have used a number of products to try to control that. Additionally, I started swimming laps again recently and tried to protect my hair and my color from the chlorine in the pool. I was wetting my hair and adding lots of coconut oil and castor oil to my hair under my swim cap. It was effective at protecting my color but I decided to look online to see what was out there for chlorine damage prevention and found this product. One reviewer said that it was like having a hair treatment while swimming, and I totally agree! My hair looks like it did 15 years ago and has been so much more manageable even than it was before I started swimming! I can't recommend this product enough!! Love it, love it, love it!!!" —Barb K.

Get it from Amazon for $21.99.

13. A clip-on cubicle mirror to spare you the embarrassment and mini heart attack when someone enters your cubicle and you scream in fright because you weren't expecting them. If your back faces the entrance to your office = you *need* this!

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Promising review: "I have sensitive customer information on my screen, so I use this to make sure that private information can be quickly minimized if someone walks up behind me. Sturdy, stays in place, good quality, easy to use and move around as needed." —Andrea Walker

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three styles).

14. And on the topic of office products, a keyboard cover for long nails for anyone whose WPM goes way, way, wayyy down when their nails are long. The keys are raised to allow for a more natural hand curvature and are made of soft silicone to prevent damaging your nails. 

Tippy Type

Promising review: "I’m a nail artist who loves to rock medium stiletto Gel-X nails, and this keyboard has increased my productivity by 120%. It’s intuitive, and it’s so fun to type on! It takes some getting used to a couple of small typos, but I know that will only improve the more I use it! I’ve been showing all my clients!" —Sarah O.

Get it from Tippy Type for $45 (available in four styles and three colors).

15. A Swizzle Stick — yep — an absorbent post-sex sponge that deals with the often ~un-cum-fortable~ problem of leaking fluids. Leave it in for a few seconds after you've done the deed, let it do its thang, toss it, and then enjoy the feeling of dry underwear as you drift off to sleep.

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They're individually packaged, so you can easily toss some into your bag if you're spending the night with someone.

Promising review: "Do you love the feeling of your underwear getting damp hours after adult time? That surprise wetness just as you're about to step into a meeting where you'll be presenting in front of your boss as well add their boss? If so, this is not for you. For the rest of us, these are amazing. Just slip in one of these, let set while you check your phone, then remove and toss. The package says a few seconds, but my first time using it didn't work, so I do a full minute, and it works every time. No more wet spots to try to sleep in. No more wearing liners after fun time when you have to go to work. I will be a lifelong customer (well, sex life long anyway)." —Monica K. Jones

Get 25 wands from Amazon for $25.99.

16. And on the topic of catching drips, a set of refrigerator drip catchers so there isn't always a puddle in the water tray...and the floor in front of your fridge. They sit securely in the tray thanks to their magnetic design.

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Promising review: "This pad fits perfectly in our Samsung four-door in-door ice/water dispenser. Catches the occasional drips and matches the color of the dispenser perfectly. The four-pack lets you wash one and place another one into service immediately." —Amazon Customer

Get a two-pack for $6.99+ (available in three colors and packs of four).

17. A Tub Topper because parents everywhere, bathtime is about to change forever. It attaches with suction cups to the lip of the tub and acts as a splash guard, toy tray, and a fun zone thanks to the flat surface, which allows for play.

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

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

18. An equal parts hilarious and genius sleep sack if your bedsheets are all stained with self-tanner. Keep your white sheets white, and leave the beach towels in the closet! Slide yourself into the silky-feeling sack — there's even a foot opening to allow for airflow — and let any self-tanner stick to the sack and not your sheets.

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Promising review: "I debated over buying this for a long time. I’m so glad I went with this product over the cheaper ones. Not only does it save my white sheets, but it’s so comfortable! The fabric is top-quality and breathable! Easy to wash and store in your nightstand when not using it. Except I rarely store it because I love sleeping with it even when I don’t have tanner on." —Barry Engelbrecht

Get it from Amazon for $45.99+ (available in three colors).

19. A tub of Clorox bleach pods to make laundry day just that much easier. No more splashes and spills like with liquid bleach, which inevitably lands on some item of clothing that you did not want to be bleached.

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Promising review: "I love this product! I usually put two in the laundry when I’m washing my whites. There is no foul smell like normal Clorox bleach, and it gets all the stains out. Keeps everything bright white! I put them in the small glass container that sits above my laundry to be a little bit more aesthetically pleasing. This is on my re-order list." —Ashley

Get a four-pack (48 pods total) for $25.16.

20. An onion holder for a more secure grip and more evenly sized slices of onions, tomatoes, lemons, eggs, potatoes, and fruits. You can even use it as a meat tenderizer!

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Promising review: "I’ve used this on different fruits and veggies and love it! I have a mandolin slicer and a food processor that slices, but it is easier just to use this tool. Nice and even slices of tomatoes and onions every time!" —Bekkster

Get it from Amazon for $9.98.

21. A no-drip wart-removing gel with a powerful salicylic acid formula that softens the wart until it eventually peels away. Simply apply a drop of solution to the wart, cover it with the waterproof bandage (which will hide your friend and prevent him from spreading), and let it do its thang.

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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 $12.40 (available in four styles and in a two-pack).

22. Some reusable Nippies nipple covers so your nipples don't make a guest appearance. Reviewers rave that these pasties stay put through hot and sticky weather and sweat *and* you can get about 10 wears out of 'em.

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Promising review: "Used these Saturday for the first time for a wedding. I’m a 58-year-old woman and was not sure they’d stay on in the humidity and heat here in Florida for an outdoor wedding. They worked great. They stayed on and made my dress look great (I needed a strapless bra but couldn’t find one that worked, so I bought these). They were comfortable and so comfortable, in fact, that I came home and took a shower and forgot I had them on ’til I was in the shower!" —Amanda

Get it from Amazon for $26.50 (available in two sizes and four shades).

BuzzFeed editor Natalie Brown swears by these pasties! Check out her Nippies review to learn more.

23. A piercing bump solution because you got a cute new piercing (yay!), but it developed a dreaded keloid (boo!). It's made with a moisturizing blend of jojoba, grape seed, rose, and essential oils and may help flatten those annoying bumps with consistent use.

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This product does not promise to work overnight. Apply this daily 2–3 times a day as long as needed. Be sure to be patient as the healing process takes time!

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

BuzzFeed writer Jordan Grigsby has tested this herself! In her own words, "Last year I got a dermal piercing on my chest, and since literally just about every piercing I've ever gotten has grown a keloid on it, I should have known my dermal would eventually, too. I got the piercing in February of 2023, and around May, I noticed a nasty, stubborn little bump making a guest appearance on my piercing. 🙄 I had written about this stuff a few times, so the light bulb went off, and I immediately bought it. I consistently used it twice a day, and it gradually disappeared, literally like magic, within a month. Keloids are a serious nightmare, and I'm so glad that I found this stuff. I even *accidentally* ripped it out in November and immediately grabbed this to prevent a keloid from forming cuz I just knew it'd get infected. To my surprise, no keloid, nada. You do have to be patient and consistent, this is NOT an overnight miracle but it's worth it. I also suggest that you continue to use it for like another week or two even after your keloid goes away juuust in case it tries to sneak back into your life. I haven't had issues with my piercing since, and no more have grown."

Get it from Amazon for $12.85+ (also available in multipacks).

24. A dog paw scrubber if your pet loves to bring dirt inside after a winter walk. This all-in-one paw cleaner won't bother your pooch and certainly won't bother you now that your floors will be free of muddy paw prints.

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Promising review: "I have two dogs and one kitten that I use this for. My dogs and I walk all over the city as well as hiking trails. The cat steps in the litter multiple times a day. I normally clean their paws off with baby wipes, but this does so much more! It takes the stains off their pads! Smells amazing, affordable and easy to use! Highly recommend!" —patricia tilton

Get it from Amazon for $7.99.

25. A slow cooker silicone liners to make multiple dishes or satisfy multiple dietary restrictions (like if half the house wants chili with meat and the other half wants meat-free chili) without forcing you to spend longer in the kitchen. 

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Promising review: "This is absolutely amazing!! I’m able to have 2 different foods without worrying about touching each other at any time. The silicone keeps food warm as it would in the slow cooker. It’s easy to use and wash afterward. My slow cooker is a 6 quart and fits perfectly." —Mayra Garza

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four colors).

26. A hydrocolloid nose patch for targeting the oily pores and slurping out the gunk in the zits around your nose and on your nose bridge. If you're familiar with the small circular pimple patches, know that this is pretty much the same thing but it'll cover a larger surface area.

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Promising review: "It's gross in the most spectacular way. The amount of disgusting gunk that came out of my face was appalling, and I instantly gagged. However, my nose has never felt so clean and smooth for consecutive days. If you have oily skin, I definitely recommend washing your face first and applying it to the nose before moisturizing the rest of your face. If I could give this 10 stars, I would. Everyone is getting this for Christmas...maybe because it's not cheap." —Justina

Get 10 patches from Amazon for $16.55.

27. Some travel-friendly Olay facial cleansing wipes so you can skip checking a bag just to bring your bulky cleanser bottle on vacation. These dry cloths are water activated and suds up in the sink to function as a makeup remover, cleanser, toner, a scrub, and a mask. Bonus: With these you won't have to worry about cleanser leaking all over your toiletry bag!

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Promising review: "These take the place of several cleansing products. I have very dry skin, and these leave it soft and not feeling dry at all. Bought for travel and to eliminate liquid items. VERY satisfied. I also cut them in half. Use one piece for the first 'cleanse' and the second half for the finishing cleanse. With a little night cream. I’m ready for bed. This is a quick, effective product, and super convenient." —PJ

Get 33 cloths from Amazon for $8.49 (available in two styles and larger packs).

28. A natural shoe deodorizer spray so you don't have to wash your feet the minute you get home to get rid of the funk from your work flats. It's made with essential oils and smells like lemon and eucalyptus so you'll probably want to spray it around the rest of your house, too.

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Promising review: "My shoes always tend to smell after time. Especially my Vans, they get the same smell after a while and it gets pretty overwhelming. It got to the point that I needed to wash my feet if I was at any gathering where shoes got taken off. So embarrassing. Anyway, I have tried the deodorizing balls and they were great, but they just mask the smell, they don't actually eliminate it. This is awesome! I sprayed my shoes the night I received it, and I haven't had to use it again on the same pair of shoes. The eucalyptus scent gives a clean, fresh scent that isn't overwhelming. For the price, I think it was well worth the try and I'm completely satisfied." —Grandmama

Get it from Amazon for $13.95.

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