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A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that only needs one "before and after" pic to prove that it works wonders on those rough, dry areas that can develop on your feet. Just apply the gel and let it sit for 5–10 minutes, then follow up with a foot scrubber. This is the *perfect* addition to your next self-care day.
An after-sex sponge so you can banish any leakages that may tend to come after sexy time is over. Just insert, twirl, and toss it into the trash! We love a quick and easy cleanup. 😉
An easy-to-use denture cleaner tablet that helps dissipate your night guard's...uh...~unpleasant~ smell/taste. Just pop one of these in a glass of water to give your retainers, Invisalign, etc., a refreshing soak. Your mouth will thank you!
Demora's foot exfoliation mask — you apply the two bootie-shaped masks on your feet for an hour, wash your feet, and then, over the next five to seven days, enjoy the disgustingly satisfying experience of watching all of your dead skin fall away to reveal baby-soft feet. Reviewers swear by this for calluses and rough, cracked skin!
And a foot file so you can scrape off the dead skin and callouses to make your feet soft and smooth again. No more snagging your socks with your dry heels.
A stainless-steel blackhead spatula that'll really and truly give you that feeling of ~clean skin~. This uses high-frequency vibrations to gently remove gunk and impurities from pores — not only will you feel refreshed, but it'll create the perfect canvas for your expensive skincare products to *actually* absorb.
A box of waterproof medicated pads to help with that pesky wart that's been hanging around for an obscene amount of time. Apply the medicated pads like bandages and replace every 48 hours until your growth goes POOF. And to think you'd accepted it as a fact of life?!
This sulfate-free biotin shampoo with over 50,000 5-star ratings that helps rid your scalp of product buildup and is enriched with botanical extracts that work to thicken and hydrate your hair. You'll soon be wanting to do a hair flip every chance you get.
Some seamless bra liners because that's one of the most annoying areas when it comes to sweat. These are made from cotton and bamboo to absorb moisture under and between your boobs — no more sweating through your shirt and ruining your OOTD!
A nongreasy Gold Bond anti-friction stick so you're not forced to walk like a penguin after that sweat-induced thigh chafing hits. This aloe-infused formula works wonders to prevent that painful irritation!
SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes to help stop hyperhidrosis, nervous sweating, and hormonal sweating from ruining a good day. Give your pits a swipe of this before bed, wash in the morning, and enjoy going about your activities free of sweat (and sweat stains!).
Or some aluminum-free deodorant wipes if you're simply a sweaty human, and the arrival of warmer weather will do *nothing* to help that. These will remove odours and replace them with a delightful, coconut-y scent. Perfect for keeping in your purse so you can freshen up anytime, anywhere!
A vegan ingrown hair oil because if that painful redness and irritation is something you thought you just have to live with, think again. It contains skin-softening jojoba seed oil and anti-inflammatory tea tree oil so you can banish razor burn and ingrown hairs for good.
A set of silicone kegel weights perfect for anyone who's just given birth, struggles with incontinence, or just wants sex that's less painful and more enjoyable. Pelvic floor exercises that help you better control your bladder *and* have more pleasurable sex = a win-win!
An anti-bacterial butt acne-clearing lotion to keep your tush as smooth as a baby's bottom (no, literally). It's made with tea tree oil to gently help repair and prevent breakouts so that your bottom stays looking booty-ful!
A stainless-steel tongue scraper guaranteed to scrape the grossness from your tongue that you probably didn't even realize was there (which can also help get rid of stankyyy breath).
A pair of charcoal shoe deodorizers that you can stick into your shoes (or really, anything) if they're in need of some serious ~odour relief~. They also last up to two years, so that, uh...cheese smell has a hard time coming back. 👋
A tonsil stone remover you'll appreciate if you're currently trying to look for the root of chronic bad breath — tonsil stones may be the culprit! The tool has a built-in LED light for easily finding and extracting the stone, while the included syringe makes cleaning out the pocket left behind quick and easy.
A before-you-go toilet spray that packs such a punch, it should be considered the Rocky of all bathroom sprays. It's infused with a blend of hibiscus, apricot, and citrus natural essential oils to trap the funk before it even gets the chance to wreak its havoc. Like Apollo Creed said, be a thinker, not a stinker.
A pack of discreet incontinence pads because your bladder having a mind of its own shouldn't mean you don't get to enjoy dry, comfortable undies.
Veet's sensitive hair removal gel because removing unwanted hair doesn't have to be the most tedious (or painful!) task known to mankind. This hydrating cream gently removes hair and helps reduce the chance of painful ingrowns. Apply evenly, wait 5–10 minutes, remove it with the spatula, then rinse.
And for good measure, an alcohol-free oral rinse to help fight against bad breath for 12 hours without having a super strong taste linger in your mouth. I also highly recommend adding this to your nighttime routine specifically — I wake up with the freshest breath ever. Morning breath, who???
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These beauts are at a small fraction of the price (I swear, that math is easy) with good noise-blocking, 10 hours of play per charge, a built-in mic for calls, and cushy padding so you can put those extra HUNDREDS you're not spending on AirPods Max for a flight to your college roommate's wedding. An elegant set of square wineglasses that reviewers point out are VERY similar to the pricier ones sold at Crate & Barrel. Whether you're just drinking some water out of them or some actual Prosecco, they'll certainly elevate the moment. Hanes Ultimate ankle socks can pass the comfort test for fans of Aritzia's TNA line. Yes, we're at that age where socks can be luxurious. A faux-pearl choker that's a dead-ringer for a Vivienne Westwood piece you can easily add to all kinds of outfits that are missing something. Mystery solved. A tie-strap beaut in an ankle-grazing length for those moments when you've GOTTA stoop down and play with a puppy. This has you covered. A multipurpose blush stick you can try out to create the lovely watercolor blush trend. Y'know what's even lovelier? Paying $7 for this instead of the $18 Pixi Beauty version so you can build and blend color to your heart's content. A pair of satin block-heel dress shoes you'd mistake for some Loeffler Randall heels if you didn't buy them yourself! Reviewers also say that the supportive straps mean you can still make all kinds of moves. A wedding dance floor hates to see you coming. Cushionaire slides that'll help satisfy your old dogs' yearning for comfy Birks (there are 1,000+ reviews comparing them) for significantly less. E.l.f.'s Holy Hydration! Thirst Burst Drops made to help plump up (hydrating hibiscus complex and hyaluronic acid) and brighten (niacinamide) your complexion for similar results to the $35 Glow Recipe Watermelon Dew Drops. Reviewers say it works great alone *or* mixed in with foundation. A plated ring with just a bit of glitz that'll help you channel the Cartier look without affecting your financial planning goals like the real-deal would. Dossier's "Ambery Vanilla" perfume because you thought about shelling out for YSL's Black Opium but your budget said no despite all your other perfume bottles being on empty. A Briotech spray can help soothe rosacea, eczema, rashes, sunburns, and other skin irritations for when your skin is just not cooperating thanks to hypochlorous acid (it's in your white blood cells and helps soothe inflammation). Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray is also what some call a miracle in a bottle. But Briotech is in a cheaper bottle. Some ~spiral~ taper candles with a whole lot more pizzazz than the regular ones. Just remember you'll have to remind everyone you live with that these are for decoration! A clip-on light if you're in love with your patio umbrella and don't wanna shell out for a whole new one that's lit. A set of petite vintage-inspired spoons you can keep out on your kitchen countertop for when you need to stir your coffee, grab a bit of a spice, or tear into a pint of ice cream methodically. (Go ahead and dig out those chocolate chunks. I won't tell.) Olay Super Serum Body Wash has niacinamide, shea butter, and collagen peptides in a formula made to provide 24-hour hydration so you don't have to slather on tons of lotion post-shower just to avoid feeling like a dehydrated dinosaur. A knee-length halter dress available in a range of colors and prints so you'll probably wanna snag a few for all kinds of seasonal photo ops. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener can be a quick, easy fix for concealing and brightening your under-eye dark circles because you don't wanna have to do a full face every single day. This "invisible" coverage oft gets compared to the $33 Becca version. E.l.f. Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm in case your lip balm habit (and losing-your-lip-balm habit) is start to eat into your fun money. Fans of Laneige, Rhode, *and* Summer Fridays are in the reviews singing this stuff's praises. E.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation has buildable full coverage without *looking* like you put on a layer or two. (I should know, it's become my go-to!) Its satiny finish leaves you looking all dewy and has garnered some compliments from friends who see me often enough to tell the difference! After all, finding your holy-grail foundation is a JOURNEY. Might as well try the affordable, effective ones first!
