34 Things That Work So Astoundingly Well, You'll Think They Belong In A Product Hall Of Fame

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07-03-2025

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If reviewers could give out awards...these products are winning gold every time.
1. Some extra-strength retainer cleaning tablets, which immediately get to work during each 15-minute soak removing food particles, plaque build-up, and other grossness trapped in your mouthguard, Invisalign trays, or other dental accessories. And then you can show off that award-winning smile knowing your retainer is actually clean, and not just breeding bacteria in your mouth!
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You can use these tablets on your Invisalign, night guards, retainers, dentures, and more.
Promising review:"I really loved this product. I am currently waiting for a new Invisalign set. My old Invisalign needed to be cleaned. I read the reviews and decided to purchase. OMG it worked! There was a fresh taste and they were clean. I wish I had found this product sooner. I did let them soak overnight only because I had been wearing them for the last four months. Nothing happened to Invisalign; there was no weakness or anything. Just very clean and fresh. If I could have given the product 10 stars, I would have." — Lisa R.
Get a pack of 120 tablets from Amazon for $18.32 (also available as pack of 60 or 240 tablets).
2. A shockingly effective fungal nail renewal treatment that'll help reduce discoloration, thicken your nails, and leave them looking smoother and healthier! It's truly a must if you've been looking for a solution to brittle toenails and other visible fungal damage that may be preventing you from confidently wearing open-toed shoes. How about a round of applause, people? 👏
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Promising review:"I've been dealing with a bad fungus nail for about 3 years. I've been trying to use products off the shelf and bought one here, you know the ones with the brush. It never worked til I bought this one. Let me tell you, it only took just under a week to see GREAT results. It's pretty much gone and it's been less than two months. Buy it and don't think about it! You won't regret it!" — itslilac
Get it from Amazon for $16.97 (with or without a nail file).
3. The no-scrub, bleach-free Wet & Forget cleaner — simply spray down your shower and rinse it 8–12 hours later (definitely before your next shower) to get rid of soap scum and mildew taking over your tub or shower stall! Work smarter, not harder.
Each bottle can last for up to 12 weeks' worth of treatments.
Promising reviews:"I was skeptical at first, but this product exceeded my expectations! I've used it once a week for the last couple of months, and my shower has remained impeccably clean without any need for scrubbing. My bathroom counter had a weird black residue that regular cleaners and scrubbing couldn't remove. After the first application, most of the residue came off with light scrubbing, and after the second application, all of it was gone. I wish I'd discovered this spray sooner!" — Claire W.
"I debated getting this and read so many reviews. I bit the bullet and bought it. No regrets! Absolutely love it. Let it sit for hours, and it wiped away with so much ease. I didn't have to scrub anything. 10/10." — Stephanie Mueller
Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in two scents, two sizes, and as a two-pack).
4. A genius veggie chopper that can chop and dice pretty much anything in literal seconds. It comes with four interchangeable dice blades and a built-in storage container that you can use to prep and store food! So yeah, this must-have kitchen gadget deserves to be displayed on podiums and awards banners!
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The lid is designed with a built-in chopper and fits the storage container, so it all drops inside after prepping! Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action.
Fullstar is a small business that specializes in unique and functional kitchen gadgets.
Promising review:"This is one of my absolute favorite kitchen tools! This is right up there with my stand mixer. I save hours a week using this for dinner prep. I HATE cutting up veggies for dinner and this makes it fast and fun! I can't believe I didn't buy one years ago. This is worth every penny. Easy to use and I can just throw it in my dishwasher for clean up. I'm obsessed. I will be buying these as gifts. This is an absolute must-have for everyone." — Reviewer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in four colors and five styles).
5. And a popular grape cutter, which allows you to expertly slice grapes without them slipping around under your paring knife. With this, you can worry less about your kiddo munching on a choking hazard while watching cartoons and focus more on other tasks that need to be completed!
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Promising reviews:" Must have if you have toddlers. I wish I had known of this sooner. Has made it so much easier to cut grapes for my toddler. Now, I can do it one-handed when my LO won't let me set him down to cut the fruit. I have also used it to cut blueberries and blackberries." — Crystal Albertin
"If your toddler loves grapes, this is a MUST-HAVE! So much easier than cutting into quarters with a knife." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.76.
6. The Brazilian Bum Bum body cream that boasts a blend of caffeine-packed guarana extract and coconut oil to help *visibly* firm and moisturize skin. Plus, the ah-may-zing creamy scent of salted caramel, pistachio, and vanilla? This TikTok fave definitely wins the award for "Most Obsession-Worthy."
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 reviews:"For demographic purposes: Female, 33-years-old. I've only been using this for four days and can see a slight difference in the appearance of my cellulite. I have a deep dimple in my left butt cheek and I can already tell that it's shrinking and smoothing out. I've used very expensive creams, oils, and lotions but after four days I already see more results with this product. To make it even better, the scent is amazing! I use it all over because it makes my skin so soft even the next day." — ChelseaK
"I'm not sure what I love more the moisturizing or the scent and I did see a noticeable difference in my skin. This is now a must-have product for me!" — Rachel
Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in three sizes).
7. The ChomChom roller — it's a reusable pet hair remover with a patented brush design, so all you have to do is simply push back and forth to collect all the hair and lint from clothes, furniture, car seats, cat towers, etc., into a chamber. Then remove and throw all that hair away. Over 140,000 reviewers have bestowed it with a 5-star trophy, I mean rating, and we agree: If a member of your household happens to have four legs and a ton of hair, this is a must-buy.
Promising reviews: " We have two cats, one with long white hair who sheds a lot. I use this mostly on my furniture, comforter, and area rugs. It works wonderfully and is so easy to clean. Love that there is no sticky paper to throw away. A must-have for pet owners." — Steve Fadelli
"I have a golden retriever and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before and after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly and everything he says is true, you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back and forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout and it works wonders." — Joanne Ertel
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three styles).
8. An all natural glass and tile bathroom cleaner formulated with tea tree and eucalyptus essential oils to tackle the soap scum, hard water, mold, or mildew stains in your shower or tub without any nauseating chemical fumes.
Promising review:"I have an old shower/bathtub. I tried name-brand shower cleaners and bleach to try to clean the soap scum off the tiles and tub. I had no luck and I would cough and get sick because of how strong the smell was. I thought I would try this to save my lungs. I sprayed my entire shower and left it for about 15 minutes. Came back and rinsed off the walls and they were shiny! I've never had such a clean shower. The smell is amazing and subtle. All I smell is tea tree and it didn't affect me at all. The price is also a good deal since the bottle is pretty large." — Amber Erwin
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (also available in a two-pack).
9. A teeth-whitening pen for removing years (!!!) of plaque and staining from your pearly whites, simply by applying a thin layer twice a day! Coffee, red wine, chocolate, and other things that stain your teeth no longer have to be your nemesis after adding this pen to your routine — and each one can be used up to 20 times!
Promising review:"I bought this for my husband who has very stained teeth regardless of how often he brushed! Blame the coffee and genetics. WHATEVER. These results are 30 minutes apart. He was skeptical but it WORKS! Would buy over and over again. I'm sold. Will definitely purchase when this runs out!" — Jessica Grant
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $17.95 (also sold individually and in a four-pack).
10. A color-changing moisture indicator designed to change from white to green and back again, so you know when your plants are in need of another watering. These biodegradable tools will help you keep track of your indoor greenery, so maybe your not-so-green thumb will evolve to ELITE gardening status!
Daphne's Botanicals is an Asian- and woman-owned small business.
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 Daphne's Botanicals on Etsy for $15.
11. A popular ear treatment for soothing your pet's irritated ear canals and lobes. Simply apply a few drops in their inner ear, rub it in with some gentle ear scritches, let them shake their head a few times, and you're done! Plus, using this will help protect them from fungal and bacterial infections, like yeast and staph infections. Don't be surprised if your pet snatches the mic to deliver their own ~howl~ of approval!
Promising reviews:"Saved a ton of money for vet bills. This stuff works fantastic and my cat actually doesn't mind getting the drops. I followed the instructions and they did exactly as they said. After reading the reviews, I was sort of convinced but now I won't get anything else. Totally worth the money." — Debbie M
" I bought this to help my dog's ears and it's the best on the market. Within days, her ears started clearing up and she stopped scratching her ears and shaking her head. Awesome product, well worth the money." — handheld
Get it from Amazon for $23.79+ (available in three sizes).
12. Mighty Patches because they use hydrocolloid to practically disappear your pus-filled blemishes and pimples while keeping you from picking and popping. Take your skincare to the next level and stop that zit in its tracks with these invisible circular patches designed to work their absorbent magic over the course of a few hours, aka right before your eyes.
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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis tried these and says:"I've tried various (countless 😅) pimple patches in the past and The Mighty Patch definitely takes the cake. I stick it on and honestly forget that it's even there. The adhesive is strong, so it stays on during my tossing and turning at night, but I often wear it during the day, too! I work from home, and it's not noticeable during my video calls which I truly, truly appreciate. I begin seeing the gunk from my zits after 2–3 hours of having it covered, but I leave it on for at least the full six. When it's removed, it's like the healing time was sped up and what would've taken a couple of days took just HOURS."
Be sure to read the full Mighty Pimple Patch review for more deets!
Promising review:" These little patches are a miracle worker. When I feel a pimple coming on, I slap one of these on and leave it on overnight and the next day it's gone before it's even started. Also have used them on full-blown breakouts and it shortens the healing time. A must-have." — Chris C.
Get a 36-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (also available as a 72-pack).
13. A jar of internet-beloved The Pink Stuff to help you tackle the most difficult of messes in your home, from a permanent marker art piece on your wall to scuffs on your brand-new sneakers. It removes gunk and grossness with a minimal amount of elbow grease, winning the loyalty of its TikTok fanbase and hundreds of thousands of positive reviews.
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 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.
14. An antifungal tea tree balm that'll help you tend to bothersome itching, such as jock itch or athlete's foot, and, of course, very very dry skin. It's extra-strength, plant-based formula helps keep your skin protected as it works its magical-seeming relief.
Read more about tea tree oil: how it can help with athlete's foot from Mayo Clinic and jock itch from Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review:"I ordered this balm on a whim as a remedy for a skin rash, and was very impressed with its effectiveness! After getting rid of my rash, I decided to try it elsewhere and it worked wonders on dry skin areas like elbows, knees, and feet. I was blown away with how I changed my feet entirely! As a dancer, my feet have always been a war zone: dry skin, callouses, ingrown toenails, and athlete's foot (all frequent problems over the course of many years). I was always embarrassed to wear sandals or any type of shoes that would show off parts of my feet because of all the dry skin, but sometimes it couldn't be avoided. This balm has made my feet the loveliest they have been and now I can choose any type of shoes I want to wear without embarrassment." — anengstrom
Get it from Amazon for $36.32.
15. A ceiling fan carbon filter to trap dust, pollen, dander, and other allergens with adhesive pads that stick right to the top of each fan blade. Now, you can breathe easy knowing there's an in-home filtration system working silently behind the scenes for you.
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Each filter lasts up to three months, depending on your home.
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 $19.79.
16. FryAway — a plant-based cooking oil solidifier powder that you simply sprinkle into a pan of hot leftover oil or grease so it solidifies during cooling. Afterward, you can scoop it out and into the trash in one, solid, mess-free piece! Best kitchen product ever? YUP. 🏆
FryAway is a Latine woman-owned small business founded by Laura Lady. 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 $7.99+ (available in two styles).
17. A bottle of dermatologist-tested makeup brush-cleaning shampoo because chances are your current applicators are soiled with all the remnants of your previous makeup looks and are overdue for a cleaning. You might actually scream at the amount of dirt that comes out of your bristles, but celebrate for having shiny new ones that are ready to use!
This shampoo is hypoallergenic, cruelty free, and paraben free.
Promising review:"I absolutely LOVE this brush shampoo! I was a little skeptical of how well it would clean my brushes since I'd never tried it before, but after using this I am very pleased with the outcome. It has a faint shampoo scent but nothing too overpowering, and suds like you wouldn't believe. It got all the way down to the base of the brush and gave it a really good cleaning. One of my brushes is made from boar hair (Estée Lauder powder brush) and I was worried it was going to frizz it out and ruin the shape, but it actually improved it after I had previously used baby shampoo. It's very soft and not at all coarse feeling. I also used this shampoo on my Beauty Blender, and it did a great job getting all the foundation out. All in all, I'd rate this product a 10/10!" — Ryan Brooks
Get it from Amazon for $6.79+ (available in two sizes).
18. LilyAna Naturals eye cream created with a unique botanical blend of rosehip seed oil, provitamin A, and vitamins C and E to help brighten, rejuvenate, and visibly firm the area around your eyes for a reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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LilyAna Naturals is a family-owned small business, specializing in cruelty-free skincare products.
Promising review:"I've been using this for a couple of months now and I really like it! Previously I've used Clinique or Origins...this works just as well or better. I wish I had found this sooner as it is a lot less expensive than other alternatives. I've seen other reviewers say they keep it in the fridge and while I don't find that necessary I may have to try because it sounds very refreshing!" — Cat SV
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and as a two-pack).
19. A *self-cleaning* grooming brush featuring angled wires for superior detangling and retractable bristles, so all you do is press a button to remove all the hair you've brushed off! It's perfect if your furry companion is one with a "long hair, don't care" kind of attitude.
I have the fluffiest dog on the planet (a Chow Chow), and well THIS, let me say it in bold THIS BRUSH HERE is quite possibly the most important pet tool I own. It gets everything out of his fur from burrs, thistles, mud, slobber, dirt, and whatever else gets in there! I use it daily, seriously, and it has yet to fail me. My favorite part is being able to click the button and the fur just peels right off the brush, no digging or struggling around bristles like a regular comb at all. I wish I had one of these for my own detangling process. Plus, he loves it! I can literally brush him while he sleeps, no problem. Get it. GET IT NOW. Also, it literally has over 68,000 5-star ratings, so I'm not the only one. Lots of reviewer pets love being brushed by it too!
Promising reviews: "A dog brush that I don't have to pick dog hair out of ... At first, I thought this was some form of dark wizardry. But I don't care because this is awesome!" — MaddSweet
"I've spent hundreds of dollars on toys, treats, houses, scratchers, etc for my cats. This is, hands-down, not even close, the best money I've ever spent! I got so much fur off them, and they loved it! They are looking so sleek and shiny, and they are rolling around like kittens they feel so fresh and happy. My cats are still young (all ages 4 and under) so they were pretty well groomed to begin with. I couldn't believe how many knots and snags were hiding in their fur. The whole time I was brushing them, they were purring and rubbing all over me, trying to get more. The self-cleaning feature is so easy!! A click of a button, and all the hair falls off. The brush itself is bigger than what I anticipated. I thought my cats would be afraid of it, but once they figured out what was happening, they weren't at all. I got the original brush, which I thought would probably feel good (like a good back scratch!) And I was right. They loved it." — Samantha
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in purple or aqua).
20. Revlon's oil-absorbing volcanic face roller just perfect for anyone with oily skin. Its infinitely washable volcanic stone roller ball soaks up excess oil and delivers an instant matte finish in seconds, leaving your makeup intact. You won't have to search around for trash cans to toss your blotting papers *or* take up precious handbag space carrying setting powder and a brush everywhere with you!
Promising review:"First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. It was backordered but then I got an email saying it was in stock and I was SO excited. Not only is it affordable, but it's washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful." — Kelsey B.
Get it from Amazon for $8.18.
21. A long-handled standing weeder for removing those unwanted plants, weeds, and whatever else begins popping up in your yard and garden bed between tending. It's designed with three steel claws to grip weeds *and* roots, so you can pull them out without bending over!
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Grampa's Gardenware Co. is an Oregon-based family-owned small business specializing in weeding tools.
Promising review:"Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." — JG
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
22. Some wart-removing bandages to help protect your warts while also helping exfoliate them from your skin if freezing hasn't been giving you the results you want. Over 38,000 customers have rated it 5-stars for its jaw-dropping results (some after just one application)!
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Promising review:"I had a wart on my finger that I had been trying to get rid of for a while. I used all different kinds of freezing medicines and wart removers and ended up with this as a last resort before going to a doctor. These had my wart come off my finger within a week — no pain, literally just came off when I decided to change my bandaid. Amazing!!" — K Pic
Get a 14-pack from Amazon for $5.48 (also available in three other styles).
23. A two-pack of reusable mop pads that offers a more sustainable way of cleaning by getting rid of wasteful disposable mop pads. Reviewers even say these reusable pads are more efficient at cleaning by picking up more dirt and grime, and all you have to do is throw it in the washer!
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Each reusable mop pad replaces up to 100 disposable pads and can be used up to 100 times with proper washing. Psst — if you don't already have one, you can get a standard Swiffer on Amazon for $18.44! Turbo Mops also sells another version of mop pads designed to work with the Swiffer Wet Jet!
Turbo Mops iis a small business established in 2018 to provide eco-conscious cleaning supplies.
Promising review:"This is a MUST-HAVE. I stopped cleaning to come write this review! These pads are amazing!!! We have a lot of fur baby hair in our apartment and I honestly feel like these pads trap the hair better than the throw-away ones!! I am always on the lookout for more sustainable cleaning options and I absolutely love love love these!! Thank you!!" — Isabella M.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.95.
24. A rechargeable flexible neck reading light with six brightness levels and three lighting temperatures, so you can read your serial Romantasy books for hours into the night without leaving the lights on or straining your eyes. Every bookworm agrees that this one deserves the title of MVP.
Each charge can last up to 80 hours. Reviewers also use this for camping, early morning chores, knitting, grooming pet nails, working on cars, and more activities that could benefit from some hands-free lighting!
Promising review:"I don't have the best lighting in this house or the best eyes, and that makes for a hard time cross-stitching. These are absolutely wonderful! I can see my patterns and do my cross-stitching which is so great during this quarantine. Be sure to charge every night after use though. And they are so lightweight I forget I'm wearing them! Highly recommended!" — Nini
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in seven colors and two styles).
25. A washable drip catcher, which fits around the base of your faucet to ensure the surrounding sink space doesn't get sopping wet every time you do the dishes.
Hustle & Sew / Etsy
Hustle & Sew is an Oregon-based small business offering a range of functional home goods.
Promising review:"This is so great. It works perfectly. No more soggy sink. It is so much easier to 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).
26. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant — it's designed specifically for users with Keratosis Pilaris (aka KP) to help buff away dead skin and unclog pores to help reduce the appearance of bumps. A combination of lactic and glycolic acid offers gentle exfoliation and pumice buffing beads help clear dead skin and dirt away and down the drain.
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Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and Instagram. I decided to try it and it really works. I used it on my thighs and upper arms. I noticed a difference the first time and even more the second time!!! Fabulous product. Worth every penny." — Launa
Get it from Amazon for $10+ (available in four sizes and as a two-pack).
27. A sleek automatic electric wine bottle opener to effortlessly *pop* open any bottle of bubbly in seconds. A single charge can open more than 30 bottles of wine, and it's so luxe-looking that you'll want to save drawer space by leaving it out on the counter! Seriously, everyone raise a glass because we all win after adding this to our kitchens. 🏅
Promising review: "I love this wine opener! It's so easy to use. The foil cutter is part of the unit for easy access and storage. I highly recommend!" — Aidyn
Get it from Amazon for $40.17+ (available in five colors).
28. A dryer-vent cleaning system, which pairs with your cordless drill in order to get rid of all the dust bunnies and lint living in your dryer vent or ducts. The flexible brushes can be connected and remove up to 12 feet worth of buildup, and the cleaner your ducts, the faster your clothes will dry... and the lower your electric bill from not having to run the cycle over and over for a single load!
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Promising review:"This thing worked AMAZING. I got a TON of lint out of my vent piping, my dryer works better now and runs cooler, and drying time has been reduced. I was amazed at how much lint build-up there was!" — Allen L Grooms
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
30. A rapid mac 'n' cheese cooker for those days when you just don't feel like sweating over a stove in order to whip up a beloved comfort meal. This neat lil gadget will cook up your favorite box of mac in the microwave in FIVE MINUTES flat — no strainer, whisk, or boiling water required.
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All you have to do is pour in the macaroni, add water to the fill line, and then microwave it for 2 minutes and 30 seconds. After removing it, stir, and microwave for two more minutes, and then add the rest of the ingredients according to the instructions on the mac 'n' cheese box...some reviewers even use it to rapid cook ramen noodles! Check out a TikTok of the rapid mac cooker in action.
Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products.
Promising review: "I got this after loving the ramen version. I LOVE mac and cheese so I had to give this a try. It. Is. Perfect. The noodles are cooked perfectly and the flavor is so good. The cheese sauce is actually creamier, I think maybe because it retains more of the starch. I love that it uses so much less water. I do see several people saying it took longer than the directions. I didn't have that experience at all. I have a 1100 watt microwave, so if you have a lower wattage, it might be different." — Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
31. A pack of duster sponges — a great alternative to the always selling out Scrub Daddy Damp Duster — that allows you to clean your surfaces effectively to remove all that lingering pet hair and dust. Simply dampen it, wipe any surface, and then rinse when you're done!
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My colleague Maitland Quitmeyer can vouch for these: " I bought a pack of these recently, and so far love dusting with them! All the dust sticks right on, so you don't end up breathing in all the dust you just tried removing. It's great for baseboards, too!"
Promising review: "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic, they are perfect and dust-free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything, and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" — DayDreamer
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in six color combos and in packs of two or eight).
32. A hairbrush cleaning tool that'll help you get all the dead hair and product residue out of your brushes, because let's be honest, your fingers aren't getting all the hair out and it's not worth the mess trying.
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The tool is designed with a pointed end for removing tangles, the stiff bristles on the side are designed to remove dust and dirt, and the bristles at the other end can help deep clean your hairbrush. BTW — the reviewer above achieved those swoon-worthy results by soaking their brush in a solution of Dawn dish soap and diluted vinegar before using the tool!
Promising review:"When I bought this I was really skeptical. I am grossed out by my hairbrush and clean it all the time. I've soaked it in vinegar and tea tree oil, used a toothbrush, scrubbed it with shampoo, picked it clean by hand — everything you can think of. Still, it's so hard to get the little lint that forms at the base of the brush — they don't dissolve off and you have to pick them off the bristles one by one because a toothbrush won't even break them up. This thing works amazingly. I don't know why, it just does — the particular texture of the bristles on this really grabs everything. It scraped the little lint rings right off and now my brush is cleaner, 10 times as fast." — HeartsofHavoc
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
33. A super-soft Makeup Eraser, for a more sustainable option than disposable cleansing wipes: simply wet it with water (yep, just water) to gently and instantly vanish dirt, makeup, and oil. It's cheaper than buying an expensive remover, and it comes with an exfoliating side if you want a tougher clean after removing all your makeup!
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Promising review:"I am amazed by this product. I would even say that this is life-altering! I have not had to buy makeup remover in three months and don't believe I will ever have to again! When I used makeup remover, I felt like I could never get all of my makeup off and I had to rub my eyes quite a bit to get it off. Even after a lot of rubbing when using makeup remover I still would wake up the next morning with makeup residue from the previous day and I never felt I could completely get my makeup off. With Makeup Eraser, there is not one bit of makeup left!! It is like magic!! Make sure you follow directions, you have to use warm water and use the correct side!" — Sprklbuz
Get it from Amazon for $20+ (available in 16 styles).
Check out BuzzFeed's review of the Makeup Eraser for more deets!
34. A nonstick heat-resistant masher so you can effortlessly break up ground meat, scrambled eggs, and mashed potatoes much faster than with a spatula, whisk, or fork! Plus, it's dishwasher-safe, too.
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Promising review: "I wish I would have bought this so much sooner! I feel like every cook needs this in their kitchen. This is so helpful, especially when trying to break up other meats than beef — nothing breaks down the same way beef does and tends to stay in big chunks. This handles everything like a dream! Excellent purchase! Very well made — not flimsy at all. Super high quality!" — TAV
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three colors and in packs of two).
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