Just 50 Mundane Products That Are Totally Worth Celebrating
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Promising review: "This was another one of my TikTok purchases! I was skeptical, but my kids hate flossing their teeth, so I thought this might help in between making them floss. They work amazingly! My kids said they could see and feel a difference on the first use and I agree! They are definitely worth a try! I would suggest not pushing too hard; those tiny bristles really get in there, and if you push too hard, you might be sore like I was. It felt like after going to a dental cleaning." —AN
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.90.
This cream helps define your natural texture and works best on those with wavy, curly, or coily hair!!
Promising review: "I'm so grateful that I found this product. My hair is wavy and frizzy. Every once in a great while, my waves resemble curls, but the frizz is always there. I've only used this product once so far, and I never want to be without it. I put some on after towel-drying (no brushing) my hair, and my waves actually resembled curls! It wasn't instant, so I was skeptical, but after about 15 minutes, I caught a glimpse of my hair in the mirror, and I was amazed. It looked styled rather than a ratty mess. I slept on it, and it still looked great in the morning!!!" —mich0610
Get it from Amazon for $8.39.
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Promising review: "I have permed hair with 3b curls, and this is the best mousse I have found! It does not leave my hair sticky or stiff, it’s very moisturizing, and the foam is a great consistency. The scent is light and pleasant, and this is my new go-to for both freshly washed hair or the day after re-boost. So glad I found this!" —Tonii
Get it from Amazon for $3.98 (also available in a pack of two).
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Promising review: "My disposal developed a bad odor, and all the usual remedies failed to eliminate it. I bought the Glisten disposal cleaner without expecting it to work. It worked exactly as shown in the video, and the bad odor disappeared after one application. I intend to use it once every two weeks in the future. I am very pleased to have found this product. I was on the verge of replacing the disposal, which was otherwise working fine." —Errol Levine
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.40.
Check out a TikTok of the eye drops in action.
Promising review: "Not gonna lie, I saw this product on TikTok and thought I’d give it a try. Truly the best eyedrops I’ve ever bought. The pictures speak for themselves. That was within one minute. I will forever buy this product, and it moisturizes your eyes really well. My eyes get really red and dry from the wind; now they feel really good." —Levi
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
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.
Promising review: "I wish I had found these sooner!! These cold sores were probably the worst I’ve had and wouldn’t clear up or stop itching/hurting. I googled cold sore remedies, and these happened to pop up. After reading the reviews, I immediately ordered them. It’s been less than 36 hours, and these cold sores are already healing beautifully. I plan to order another pack or three so I can keep one at home, one in my purse, and one in my locker at work so if I ever feel the warning tingle/itching of a new breakout, I can slap one of these bad boys on and get rid of it quickly! Highly recommend for my fellow cold sore sufferers." —Jessica Hill
Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $13.98.
Just presoak your feet, apply the gel, let sit for 5–10 minutes, and rinse! It's recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind.
Promising review: " I use this combined with a stone on my feet and it works serious miracles. My feet are soooo smooth after I use it. I have only needed to use it twice this summer because it is so effective at making and keeping my feet smooth." —Jennifer B.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three scents).
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Promising review: "The Pink Stuff has been a total game-changer for my cleaning routine. I’ve used it on everything from kitchen sinks and stovetops to bathroom tiles, and it works like magic every single time. Stubborn stains, grease, and grime disappear with minimal effort, leaving surfaces sparkling clean." —Lara Spalding
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
The color adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. Check out a TikTok of the brightenerin action.
Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Placeholder
Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades).
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Promising review: "I was looking for a squishy alternative down pillow that didn’t cost too much. I saw the reviews for these and took a chance since it was a set of two. The price was right. These are just what I wanted. I sleep on my side and stomach mostly, and most pillows are too thick and make my neck hurt. These mold to me and have enough give and squish to support yet not make my neck crook at an angle, giving me a headache. Great pillow!" —alspachsl
Get a pair from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in three sizes).
Promising review: "The performance and quality for the value of your money is amazing. I just fill my pet's ear with the solution, safely rub around the base of the ear, and then my pet just shakes their head, and the product is able to break down and clean the gunk out of the ear." —Lynsey
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
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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: "It works great! The first time I put it down my bathroom sink, even with the stopper in, the hair clog came right out. I was actually quite surprised! I used a few more times to make sure I had the entire clog, and my sink is draining quickly and completely. It has been two weeks since I used The Weasel, and I highly recommend it." —Rita E.
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
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Promising review: "I've used this specific brand for years now and have found them to be the best at reducing the size and redness of breakouts! Whenever I notice a zit popping up, I put one of these on right before bed, and it stays put all night, even when I toss and turn a lot. By morning, it's much less noticeable and practically nonexistent when I cover the zit with makeup. It's such a great practically zero-effort way to treat blemishes!" —Ciera Velarde
And check out BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis's full Mighty Patch review for more info!
Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $12.99.
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Promising review: "It had to be said. These things are disgusting, that's why you should buy them. Squeeze part of your nose skin. Do a bunch of little pustules come out? Yeah, if you put one of these puppies on at night, you wake up, and that is all trapped inside that weird film. I dunno how it works. It's probably sorcery." —Jack Sawyer
Get a seven-pack from Amazon for $9.98.
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The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads that can be used wet or dry.
Promising review: "Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations about this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together, and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable, and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" —artgirl
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Promising review: "I bought this on a whim when I saw someone review it on TikTok. After using it several times over the course of a week, I immediately noticed the difference in the color of my teeth. I'm a smoker and a heavy coffee drinker. I'm finding that this product will be a lifesaver in terms of what my smile looks like. I would definitely recommend!!" —Mully
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $17.95.
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See it in action on TikTok.
Promising review: "This is my first time ordering an oil-based cleanser and I'm so glad I purchased this one. I originally saw this product on TikTok and wanted to see what the hype was all about. After using the cleanser on my dry face for 2–3 minutes, I could visibly see the white- and blackheads on my fingers. I was a little hesitant to try oil cleansing because I have acne-prone skin. However, my face has never looked better. After each use, my face is as soft as a baby's bottom, and my scarring doesn't look as deep! The cleanser has a light, clean scent. Not super strong! I am currently pairing this cleanser with the Anua heartleaf soothing toner to achieve glass skin. #glassskinera" —Myshel Jensen
Get it from Amazon for $17.69.
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Promising review: "This is a good price for a quality product. These bags haven’t broken even when completely full. They fit my kitchen trash can well and I recommend." —oley
Get a 110-pack from Amazon for $15.97.
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Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors and three other styles).
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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 $8.99.
Promising review: "Our friends recommended this to us, and we thought it sounded too good to be true. We tried it and we are very happy with the results. We do a little bit of scrubbing to make sure the surface is all smooth, but highly recommend it for your shower. We signed up to have it on subscription." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in two sizes and two scents).
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Listen to one user's glowing review on TikTok.
Promising review: "Better than TikTok said! OMRyan Gosling, this is an amazing lotion!!! Run, don’t walk, and buy this lotion! The name is vanilla cashmere and that is exactly what this is! Love love love!" —DeeDra Billings
Get it from Amazon for $9.98.
Therapy Clean is a family-owned small business creating plant-based cleaning solutions from their very own factory in New Hampshire that just so happen to also smell amazing.
It also comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth!
Promising review: "Cleaned my stainless refrigerator and removed stains and discoloration that nothing else would. Restored sheen to entire surface. Amazing results!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in two sizes).
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Wad-Free is a small biz that was launched during the pandemic by Cyndi Bray, who had a wadding problem and no available solutions. So they did what anyone would do (JK) — learned CAD (computer-aided design) and invented a genius solution!
Promising review: "Wow!!! You wonder if things like this really work and, well, I can absolutely confirm it does! First, I was impressed that the package came with two of the devices because I was only expecting one. So there was one for the fitted sheet and the flat sheet. Finally, I tried it out, and my sheets not only did NOT wad up, but they came out of the dryer feeling fresher, more dry, and unwrinkled! I will be buying a set of these for each of my immediate family members and close friends! What a great gift!!!" —katy
Get a pair from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a four-pack).
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You'll get one device and two glue cards.
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.
Thanks to its super-simple design, the organizer can be assembled simply by snapping the pieces together. Plus they can expand to fit the size of your drawers.
Promising review: "This is another great invention. My sock drawer used to give me anxiety as I dug through all my socks to find the no-show socks that I wear occasionally. Now my sock drawer makes me smile. I use the spare ones in another drawer to create separation of my panties." —AMC
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.40.
Promising review: "Worked great. The bandages stayed on through showering and lasted about 24 hours. Had a wart that I could not get rid of, tried freezing it several times, and this did the trick in about a week!" —a
Get a pack of 14 from Amazon for $7.29+ (available in two styles).
Promising review: "This may be one of the best uses of your money ever. For a relatively small price, these dishwasher cleaning pods actually work. They removed a great deal of the grime that had accumulated in my old dishwasher over the years, and I plan to use them again and again and again!" —sally
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $7.99.
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Promising review: "These are the absolute best underwear I’ve ever owned. Bought more and bought some for both of my adult daughters. They are no show, don’t ride up, don’t shrink, wash wonderfully as well as dry, and hold their shape. They are breathable and so so comfy. You will not be disappointed at all! Just buy them and hope they never stop selling them. They are true to size as well. Just stop what you are doing and order!" —Julie Maxwell
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $24.99 (available in women's sizes S–5XL and 10 color combos).
Promising review: "Out of the hundreds of products I've bought, I've written maybe five reviews. Most of those were bad reviews. 😅 THIS review is like the 10 gold stars of reviews. I LOVE THIS EYE CREAM! I have a pretty nasty bag under only one of my eyes. Within four days, that bag is GONE! I don't know how, but it is. The area around my eyes is softer than it's ever been. Even makeup looks amazing now. It no longer settles in those pesky fine lines. I wish I could find a cream that made my entire face this soft. I microneedle, I've done TCA peels, I'm obsessed with Korean skincare, but NOTHING has ever given me such results as this eye cream. The area around my eyes feels like silk. BUY THIS EYE CREAM! You won't be disappointed." —Emily Hunter
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
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Promising review: "The assembly was easy, and the look and overall quality are top-notch. Plus, it looks great in the bathroom." —Bill Dugan
Get it from Wayfair for $67.99 (originally $179.99).
This organizer is suitable for drawers with a minimum height of 3.25 inches.
Promising review: "The wife purchased this drawer organizer for flatware as well as the one designed for knives. She loves them. They hold our utensils securely, and regarding the knife holder, it's a much safer design than just an open silverware tray. The knife blades are neatly and securely stored away from grasping fingers." —TM
Get it from Amazon for $11.39+ (available in three sizes and two styles).
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Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely amazing. I was one step away from going to the dermatologist. I had severe dandruff that was so bad that I could shake my head, and it would come off. With just a few uses per week, I got rid of all my flakes. My scalp also stopped burning from dryness. My hair has never been healthier." —Moo Moo
Get it from Amazon for $15.88.
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Promising review: "WOW! Honestly, I was a little skeptical of the promise of these pads, but I bought them just to try them out. THEY WORKED AMAZINGLY WELL! Seriously. I have some stains that are 1.5–2 years old. I've tried everything to get them out. I put these pads on the stains (two to cover the spot), let them sit for about an hour, pulled them up, and the stain was gone. I truly couldn't believe it. The pad was yellow. Somehow, the old urine was soaked up into the pad. My carpet looks like new. I couldn't recommend these any higher for what I wanted and what I got. Wish I could give this more than 5 stars." —Matt
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.48.
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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Chelsea Stuart has this stuff on auto-ship:
"I live in a third-story apartment in NYC, so I really don't have many options when it comes to cat litter. With Amazon's subscribe and save, though, I can get a 40-pound bag delivered right to my door, so I don't have to carry it back from a store or even up my own stairs! If you live in a multi-cat household, I think it's especially worthwhile because while those little two-pound bags are easy to carry, they go reallyyyy fast. This stuff also clumps up SO well and keeps odor at bay, which is a major blessing."
Promising review: "I can hardly believe how well it does the job. It eliminates odors and absorbs excellently. I will only buy this litter from now on, and my cat 💘s it. P.S.: I've tried at least 10 kinds of cat litter, and they are very costly. This one's price is just right and works in every way I need it to. Thank you!" —Paula Stokes
Get it from Amazon for $20.56.
Promising review: "So I initially started using another kojic acid soap to help with my hyperpigmentation due to shaving my face because I have PCOS and have developed hirsutism. I’m usually a 'full face of makeup at all times' kind of girl because of my insecurities, but this soap has given me a new confidence. I used it for the first time Saturday night and instantly saw the results of this soap. My skin looks so much more even." —Adrienne Jerkins
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
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Each stamp lasts for around 12 days!
Promising review: "I love these 'stamps.' They keep your toilet clean and make the entire bathroom smell fantastic, clean, and deodorized at all times. They are very easy to use; don't over-complicate the instructions. I did, thinking there had to be more to it than that. You just stick it on the inside of the toilet and it will stay in place and clean the toilet each time it is flushed. I love these!" —J. D. Robinson
Get six stamps from Amazon for $4.48.
Promising review: "My girlfriend had recommended this product to me, and I only purchased a very small tube, not knowing if I would be satisfied or not. It really IS a good product. It helps put moisturize your nose. In the winter my nose gets dry from the heat and humidity, and I needed something to moisturize it. This product really IS excellent. It's not costly, helps you, and is well worth the price." —SB
Get it from Amazon for $3.62 (also available in two-packs).
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 product is awesome! I have four kids who take care of the dishes after dinner each night and to say they are messy would be an understatement! This little water catcher has solved the puddle that used to surround my faucet at the end of each night. Thank you!!" —cadencewilliams2
Get it from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).
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Ya'll...I bought this bra because I desperately needed something that wouldn't show through thin, white T-shirts and...this is it! Not gonna lie — it's not a sexy pick, but she is comfy as they come with waaayyyy more support than most wireless styles.
Promising review: "I adore these bras. It is a very comfortable fit, super lightweight, and breathable fabric. The perfect bra for me!" —sarah lee
Get it from Amazon for $16.94+ (available in sizes XS–2X and 14 colors).
And here are some more wireless bras if you're looking for similar styles!
Promising review: "These have really helped keep my refrigerator organized and clean. If something leaks or spills, it's super easy to clean one of these rather than the entire refrigerator — I just pop them into the top rack of my dishwasher (no heat dry), and that's it! There were so many in the set that I even had a couple left over to use in my freezer." —Jill Miller
Get an eight-piece set from Amazon for $19.99.
This bundle includes one spray bottle and three refills. It also works great for any other greasy messes you have around the house!
Promising review: “The first place I tried this was in my air fryer basket. It gets caked with the grease that comes from the food. The dishwasher doesn't get it clean. I sprayed this on it, and within a few minutes, the soap started turning a brownish color. I sprayed a little more and let it sit for an hour. All of the grease came off with a rinse!! Bonus use: I just used it to get resin off of my and my daughter's hands!! How did I ever live without this??" —A D
Get it from Amazon for $17.46.
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 4 years to get this stuff off. One day I thought, maybe i'll try my sponges. Took it all off super easily!!!! 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 $8.29+ (available in two sponge thicknesses and three colors).
Promising review: "Price is great compared to certain name brands. Have been using for a few years now. They are durable enough for the normal uses needed. I cut them in half, and the half usually lasts for the task. Great for stove and oven door cleaning." —LAB
Psst — check out BuzzFeed's STK cleaning pads review for more deets (and incredible before and after photos).
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.95.
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Promising review: "Don't hesitate, just buy these. I was using the Real Technique sponges for years and I bought these on a whim after seeing several TikToks praising these. I love these sponges and the price. I apply liquid foundation with a damp sponge and these work better than Real Techniques. They are dense but soft and 'bouncy.' I wash mine between each use and these hold up very well and much better than the RT. Very happy with my purchase and the price. Will definitely continue to buy." —chris
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $5.38+ (available in five color schemes).
These are designed not to bleed through thin pages, so all your planners and journals can get the flair pen treatment.
Promising review: "I love how this pen feels to hold and it writes beautifully! I am very picky about how the ink looks from the pens I use, and I don't remember having one that writes so smoothly and beautifully! I will buy these whenever I need more. I actually just purchased another package of all black!" —Kate
Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $8.99.
Promising review: "This product is genius, and I wish I had it years ago! I love to take baths — that’s my 'me' time and time to relax. The downfall was just never feeling like there was enough water in the tub and I was annoyed with the sound of water always draining from the overflow. This has solved my problem! A FULL tub of water and no annoying draining sounds! When I’m done, I just remove the cover and hang it up to dry. Easy peasy! The suction is strong, and I’ve not had a single issue so far. You can’t beat the price, too!" —K.C.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in nine colors).
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Note that the dishes are microwave-safe for up to 3 minutes!!
Promising review: "These are microwaveable and light to carry. Love the colors. Wish they were available in one color only, but I can’t complain. I primarily bought these for microwave purposes. But can be used for salads, hot soup, etc. Also, it’s an in-between size, like a medium. Just right for me." —M. Zolnosky
Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.55 (also available as bowls!).
Promising review: "Went on easily around the toilet; [it] looks so much better. Covered discoloration around the base, highly recommend." —Jerry
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five sizes/styles).
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