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1. Agrout ink pen— it'll take the space between your tiles from grimy to shiny in a few simple swipes. This won't clean your grout, but it'll make it look brand-new.It's like a more productive version of an adult coloring book!
Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised by how far these went. I did the entire floor of my large master bathroom, plus a little of the shower, with one pen. It is pretty forgiving, and you have quite a bit of working time before it dries completely. This was not a quick task, but it went faster than I thought it would. I was worried the white would look too bright, but it just makes everything look so much cleaner. Very happy with this product!" —Jenelle
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+(also available with a wide tip).
2. An exfoliating glove with immediate results you can actually see. Seriously, the dead skin just clumps up and rolls right off of your body. It's somehow satisfying and gross at the same time.
Plus, removing all that excess dead skin can help with everything from preventing razor bumps and ingrown hairs before shaving, smoothing away bumps caused by Keratosis pilaris, and prepping your skin for the perfect streak-free self-tan.
Promising review:"I have very thin and light body hair, so any form of removal (shaving, waxing, etc) usually leaves me with a lot of ingrown hairs. I've tried body scrubs and washcloths, and neither really does a great job.I saw this product recommended by a dermatologist onTikTokand thought I'd try it; it's amazing! I also have very sensitive skin, and this mitt doesn't leave my skin irritated at all." —Kat
Get it from Amazon for $9.99(also available in two-pack).
3. An OGX air-dry leave-in cream— it'sa must-have for anyone who is constantly running late — you can just throw in your hair after a shower and head out the door! The coconut oil and shea butter add extra moisture, while the citrus oils help add shine to your curls.
According to reviewers, this cream will add a slight bit of volume to thin, fine hair or enhance the waves in those with thick, curly 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 $7.97(also available in a pack of two).
4. A bottle ofElizavecca Hair Treatmentwith an impressive ingredients list for such a low price. Its blend of ceramides and collagen can help add smoothness and shine to your hair in just five minutes, making it perfect for those of us who care about our hair but not enough to devote extra time to it.
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This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b to 4c curls mentioning it worked for them!
See it in action onTikTok.
Promising review: "TikTok made me buy it the first time. I liked it enough to buy it again. Leaves my hair super hydrated and soft. If you have issues with oily hair, maybe not for you. But those with dry or curly hair needing moisture — yes yes yes! Keep the box for directions because you can’t read the ones on the bottle if you don’t understand the language." —Kandyce D.
Read ourElizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment reviewto learn more about why my colleague calls it "the miracle product I've been searching for."
Get it from Amazon for $8.40.
5. A flexible coil lint and dust brush so you can finally reach all the dust in your dryer vent (built-up lint is a fire hazard, btw!) and the crumbs that are hiding underneath your oven and fridge. I'm shuddering just thinking about what's living under there.
The full length of the brush with handle is 27.5 inches, while the actual brush itself is 13.5 inches.
Promising review: "I use one in the dryer filter area and one under the refrigerator. They get dust I can't get any other way. I gave five stars for durability even though I've had them for only a short time. They feel sturdy to last long enough for me." —ASF
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.30(also available individually and in a three-pack).
6. Acruelty-free lengthening Essence mascarawith a whopping 253,000 5-star ratings and some seriously impressive before and after photos. Oh, did I mention it's UNDER $5?!Unlike other mascaras at previous price points, reviewers say this one doesn't easily clump or smudge throughout the day and is suitable for sensitive eyes.
Promising review: "After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can’t stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour workday right to the gym and sweat [a lot]..and this stuff doesn’t budge! I love it!!" —Carrie E Weikert
Get it from Amazon for $4.99(available in black or brown and as a three-pack).
7. A pack of multipurpose dermaplaning razors you can use to shape your eyebrows and remove fine hairs. You can also use it to remove any stubborn peach fuzz so your foundation will glide on more seamlessly than ever.
Promising review: "I used to pay a professional to dermaplane my face once a month to remove the peach fuzz, which makes me look older and makes the makeup application more cumbersome. I searched for years for a home product to use to save money and time. This is the closest I have been able to get to professional dermaplaning in the convenience of my home, on my time/schedule, and at a fraction of the price. Love it!" —SEM1969
Get a three-count from Amazon for $5.94 (also available in a pack of nine).
8. A pack ofcleaning tabletsthat'll clean your dishwasher for you, because it's probably way dirtier than you imagine. These tablets are essentialy little cleaning fairies that'll break down lime and mineral buildup in the main compartment, internal pumps, and the pump and valve — so your dishes will come out looking as sparkly as they do in all those dish soap commercials.
You can place one in the detergent tray and run a normal cycle. An additional tablet can be added to the bottom of the dishwasher for a deeper clean. You can also use it while cleaning dishes by placing a tablet in the bottom of your dishwasher when running a normal cycle.
Promising review:"Definitely worth trying! I moved into a new place and discovered the hard way that the previous tenant was a disgusting slob — and I mean GROSS. About six weeks in, some random grease clog happened somewhere in our plumbing/something went wrong and my sink and dishwasher began emptying (unbeknownst to me at first) into my downstairs neighbors kitchen. Long story short, everything was replaced and repaired but my dishwasher smelled horribly rotten and seemed to just make dishes dirtier. Oily and stinky, somehow, no matter how much prewash/soap/good old scrub the dishwasher on your knees I did. It was beyond useless, it was making my kitchen stink. My landlord was unconcerned at this point because the problems had *technically* been fixed. (Yeah, one of those). THIS PRODUCT WAS WORTH, FOR ME, 3X WHAT I PAID. One tablet worked wonders, and a second was probably not needed but I did one anyway, and I'm just absolutelyamazed. It's better then it was when I moved in. If only this could fix up the rest of my apartment for me!!?!" —Mirwonderful
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99(also available in a two-pack of six-count boxes).
9. Acleaning puttyso you can get the dust and debris out of every nook and cranny in your car — from the crevices of your air-conditioning vent to the random spots in between your seats. This Flubber-like cleaner has impressed over 41,000 reviewers.
Promising review: "WOW!!! This stuff is incredible! I work in an environment that is very dirty and our office is always covered in a fine layer of dust. But just a few minutes spent mashing this slime into all the cracks and crevices of my keyboard, mouse, phone, etc. and it's all clean as can be! This stuff picks up dirt on contact and leaves behind a clean, no smell, no residue surface. I bought a second jar for my vehicle and it works miracles in there as well. My air vents, shifter and seats are now spotless. I couldn't be happier with this product." —Jenna75
Get it from Amazon for $5.59+(available in three colors).
10. A bottle of earwax removal dropsthat use fizzy microfoam action to break down all the stubborn wax that's been clogging up your ears for way too long now. Just apply five to 10 drops to your ear, keep your head tilted for several minutes to let thecarbamide peroxide loosen your hardened ear wax, then flush away any remaining wax with warm water in a bulb or syringe.
However, It's always a good idea to chat with your ENT before using any ear-cleaning products!
Promising review:"One of my ears was blocked by excess ear wax, which caused hearing issues. These drops helped me to soften and loosen the ear wax, allowing it to easily drain." —Skh
Get it from Amazon for $6.48(also available in a pack of two).
11. TheCatrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, which will have you singing 🎵 "where have you been all my li-i-i-i-i-ife?" 🎵 on those busy mornings when you need to look like you got a full eight hours of sleep. Reviewers say it blends seamlessly into the skin and adds light coverage to dark circles — and reviewers say it's a perfect alternative to Becca X Smashbox's similar formula.
The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone.
Promising review: "I wasamazedby how well this corrected the color under my eyes and with such little product. I literally tap the pad of my ring finger onto the product and tap it under my eyes. It's not necessary to wipe and pick it up. Love it!" —Teri L.
Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in two shades).
12. And pair it with theMaybelline Dark Circles Treatment Concealer—it proves you don't have to spend a lot of money for high-end results. The lightweight formula is infused with haloxyl, a peptide complex that's meant to reduce dark circles and tighten skin.
Promising review:"I am a 30-year-old female. I have extremely dark under-eye circles. Honestly, that is the only reason I wear makeup — to cover them. I've used numerous kinds of concealers. Tarte Shape Tape, Mary Kay, Estee Lauder (assorted kinds), IT Cosmetics Bye Bye under eye, Clinique, Laura Mercier, Mac, and Bobbi Brown. I usually spend anywhere from $25–30 on one tube of concealer and still feel unsatisfied with the coverage. Or it looks too heavy and thick by the time I sit with a damp makeup sponge and powder (accentuating my under-eye fine lines).This little gem is great.I use this concealer everydayinstead ofallmy high-end brand concealers.It's full coverage, buildable, lastsallday, not drying and not too liquidy. I'm so happy I gave this a try, will definitely be keeping this baby in my everydaymakeup bag." —Brittney
Get it from Amazon for$8.49+(available in 21 shades and various pack sizes).
13. A set of microfiber makeup remover clothsthat erase makeup with just the use of water — because 2025 is the time to say goodbye to disposable makeup wipes.
As if that wasn't easy enough, these are also machine washable so you can use them again and again!
Promising review: "I was skeptical of these, but now I'm pretty sure they're what Mulan's outfit was made of when she wiped her makeup off on her sleeve in the movie. Even totally dry, they do a pretty impressive job of taking off all my makeup (including waterproof eyeliner and mascara) in a couple swipes. I like to use a little micellar water to make my skin feel a little cleaner. It's nice not to burn through so many cotton pads." —RachelM
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $5.99(available in three color combinations).
Check out our picks for the best makeup removers from three different price points.
14. A bottle of CND Essentials nail and cuticle oilto have your hands (and toes!) looking as shiny and flawless as they do when you leave the salon, except without the outrageous salon prices. The blend of jojoba and sweet almond oil provides hydration and softness, while the vitamin E and rice bran oil can add a healthy-looking shine.
Each day, work the oil into your nails and cuticles and they will begin to grow and strengthen, so you don't have to worry about weak nails anymore!
Check it out in action on TikTokhere!
Promising review: "I had peeling, weak nails for years. Tried everything. I bought this in February. This size bottle lasted a bit more than a month, religiously applying it two to three times a day. I was really seeing great improvement, so I bought another bottle in late March. By May, all the peeling had grown out, and my nails were getting stronger every day. I then bought the big 4-ounce refill bottle because I never want to run out of it again! Cannot recommend this stuff enough!" —Diana
Get it from Amazon for $9.40+(available in three sizes).
15. A grooming gloveso you can remove excess fur from your precious pooch or ferocious feline — but they'll just think you're giving them some extra pets and cuddles! No more fur covering every single piece of furniture in your home.
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Promising review: "Fantastic dog grooming aid! Our older rescue dog isn't too keen on the routine dog brushing stuff, but her thick coat really needs the grooming — this dog-grooming glove is the right answer. Put the glove on, pet the dog, and all that loose hair comes away, leaving her coat feeling so much smoother and softer without causing her to be nervous or upset over a brushing. Highly recommend, and yes, I'm going to be ordering as gifts for a couple of other dog owners I know!" —DSP
Get each glove from Amazon for $7.98.
Check out my coworker's review of this hair-removing glove here (#19).
16. Alightweight tinted hydrator that gives you a perfect hint of coverage while also improving your skin over time — your current foundation can't do that! It goes on just like a normal moisturizer but has just enough pigment to reduce redness and blur pores. Oh, and the hyaluronic acid and squalane will help make your skin feel soft and moisturized.
Promising reviews: "This is a sheer coverage and buildable foundation perfect forbeginners." —Fee fee mcgee
"I’ve tried so many tinted moisturizers, and hated every single one. I was very surprised when I used this one, and it went on flawlessly. I used to love a heavy matte foundation with powder to finish it. However being a teacher, I need to just be able to get ready for work and go and I needed something that would stay on all day especially on hot days. This tinted moisturizer is easy to apply, it only takes a minute, you can top with powder if you need to, but it literally has great coverage it stays on all day and I believe that it’s actually making my skin look better because of the hyaluronic acid, I’ve been using it for almost a year now and my skin looks great." —Allison K.
Get it from Amazon for $5.24+ (available in eight shades and also in packs of two).
17. A suction drain cover so you can fill your tub up to the max and get the full body soak you truly deserve — because what's the point of taking a bath if your shoulders and knees aren't even covered?!
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Promising review: "We just moved into a new home and the bathtubs are *SO* shallow. My soul was slowly being ripped to pieces while soaking in a measly seven inches of water. This product seriously improved the quality of my life. It's a softer, malleable plastic than I originally thought, but convenient for different shaped tubs since it will mold easier. All I have to do to turn my nightmare tub into a dream is to run the suction cups under the faucet and snap the suction cups into place over the bath drain. It was so easy! I got an instant 5 inches more of water!! For $8?! I think yes! Crowds applauded and cried, it was beautiful. After each bath I remove the drain cover and hang it from my shower caddy to dry out." —Rachael
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in nine colors).
18. A bottle of Hope's Perfect sink cleaner and polish to make any stainless steel, cast-iron, porcelain, or acrylic appliance as shiny as the day you got it. Just apply with a soft cloth or sponge, then rinse away with soapy water!
Promising review: "Every once in a while you stumble on a product on Amazon that you buy on a whim because of the good reviews. When you actually receive the product and use it you can't believe how good it really is. This is definitely one of those products. Truth be told, the stainless steel sink in my house is 14 years old. While we have cleaned the sink thoroughly every two weeks since we have moved in, we have never polished it or used a product such as this one. The first time I applied it to the sink we could tell that there was an amazing difference. In fact, the sink sparkled so brightly from the overhead kitchen can lights it really was too bright to view! You can tell that this product is 'doing its job' because a black film comes off of the stainless steel after you clean it." —From Wyoming to California via NYC
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+(available in two sizes and various pack sizes).
19. A corn stripper so you can enjoy some delicious corn without the pesky cob. It's perfect for saving a few coins and making your own Chipotle bowls at home. Just insert your piece of corn and twist it through!
Promising review: "I bought this to help me prepare corn for freezing and canning. I honestly wasn't expecting it to work as well as it actually did (LOL my track record with kitchen gizmos isn't the best). First, it's very easy to grip (and I have bad carpal tunnel so this can be an issue for me), and the way it's designed makes it very safe to use, there's no chance of fingers near the cutting blade. I used it initially on a dozen ears of farm stand sweet corn. I blanched the ears for four minutes then put them in an ice water bath. From there, I put them through this corn stripper. It took very little effort on my part, and the cobs were really well cleaned off. I did do a little knife scraping on the smaller tapered ends of the ears, but only there — it cleanly took off all the rest. It took me longer to blanch two batches of ears than it did to strip off all the corn, this made such quick work of the job. This first batch I'm intending to freeze, but I'm planning on canning a huge batch very soon and this fantastic little gizmo is going to shave off hours of work (pun completely intended!). I'm a VERY happy purchaser!" —Cynthia Jendrejcak
Get it from Amazon for $8.59.
20. A bottle of Vanicream facial cleanser, which dermatologists love for its extremely gentle formula that's oil- and soap-free and contains zero fragrance, dyes, or other typically irritating ingredients. But don't worry — it still packs an impressive punch when it comes to breaking down dirt, excess oil, and even makeup.
Promising review: "I bought this after much research and review scouring, and I’m so glad I did. I have been trying to repair the moisture/lipid barrier on my face and needed a cleanser with the right balance to aid in that process. Washing with Vanicream cleanser is great because it removes things like sunscreen and light makeup, but it will not leave your skin feeling stripped or tight." —C. Hollz
Get it from Amazon for $8.86.
21. An adorableinsect catcherthat'll help trap any annoying bugs that are as obsessed with your plants as you are.
Reviewers note that these work best if you put them somewhere the flies are already attracted to — these will definitely trap them, but they won't attract them on their own.
Promising review: "I have a lot of plants and, unfortunately, gnats are a byproduct of them. These sticky traps are the solution I’ve been looking for! They’reincredible, work like a dream, and I’ll definitely be ordering again." —daltjams
Get a pack of 18 from Amazon for$6.39+(available in various shapes and also in larger quantities).
22. A pack of Avarelle Acne Cover Patches you can quickly plop on any pimple and let the blend of tea tree and calendula oils help shrink your zit in just a few hours. It's like making an emergency house call with your dermatologist, except this is actually a thing and way less expensive.
These aremade of a wound-healing gel called hydrocolloid that can drain fluids from any open pimples and cover any that are already on the surface.
Promising review: "I love this product! Whenever I have a pimple that is ready to burst (whitehead), I put one of these stickers on for a day, and BOOM, it flattens and sucks up all that yucky junk. It feels really comfortable and can be barely noticeable if you have a small pimple that needs to be removed. There were times when I wore these out to school. Great product!" —Jenny
Get a pack of 40 from Amazon for $8.49(also available in packs of 80, 120, and 200).
23. AK-Cup organizer that'll allow you to store your precious capsules of caffeine goodness underneath your cabinets and make room for more unnecessary but oh-so-cute coffee mugs. It looks so much better than having half-full cardboard boxes next to your Keurig.
Clendenin3DPrinting/Etsy
Promising review: "I was looking for a way to get the K-Cups off of the counter. And these were a perfect and sleek way to do so! Way better than expected!" —Mel N.
Clendenin 3D Printing is a small Etsy shop based in Watertown, South Dakota.
Get it from Clendenin 3D Printing on Etsy for $5.79 (available in 11 colors).
24. A three-pronged duster to reach in between your blinds, because they are probably way dirtier than you think 😬. You can use the cleaning cloth dry for light dust or spray your blinds with an all-purpose cleaning spray first to help loosen up any caked-on grime. Once you're done, just throw the cloth in the washing machine and pop a new one on!
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The duster comes with five microfiber sleeves, so you can take care of all your windows at once before giving the sleeves a good wash.
Promising review: "A super time saver. It legitimately used to take us hours to clean all the blinds. We can now do all the faux-wood Venetian blinds in the house in about one hour. It's really nice that it comes with some spare cloths for it, and it's cheap enough to buy a whole additional set so we can make more than one kid do this chore at the same time." —R.D.
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
25. A bestselling Maybelline eyebrow pencil with a helpful double-ended design that'll give you pro-level brows for under $10. Many reviewers say this one is thin enough to make perfect hair-like strokes, yet still super sturdy (raise your hand if you've ever had a brow pencil break on you 🙋♂️), while others say it blends seamlessly and is great for brow beginners.
I personally use this one andloveit. The actual pencil itself has never broken while using (I've had many a brow pencil from other drugstore brands snap in half before I even use it two times), and the spoolie at the end is softer and smaller than similar pencils, allowing for more precise application and less irritation.
Promising review:"Spent years using a brow pomade but got tired of it drying out in the little pot so quickly. I avoided pencils since I could never find one that went on as saturated and with a creamy sort of consistency that I was used to. I tried this on a whim since I'd seen a few positive reviews via YouTube and thought the angled tip was pretty neat.I don't know if I'd want to use anything else ever again because I love it so much! Easy to apply, goes on smoothly, and the little brush on the end is great for evenly brushing product through the brows once they're filled in.Looks so natural and precise. So very happy to get out of my comfort zone and try something new." —Shannon M Slape
Get it from Amazon for$8.99(available in four shades and a pack of two and three).
26. A granite and stone cleaner — not only will it have your countertops looking ready for the pages of Architectural Digest, but it also kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria in just a few swipes. It's basically a must-have for any last-minute dinner parties.
27. A cord organizer with an adhesive sticker you can place on the back of your stand mixer (or any other appliance!) so you'll have a place to wrap your cord instead of letting it dangle all over your counter. This is honestly genius and I want to put one on every appliance I own.
3DHome Solutions/Etsy
Promising reviews: "This little thing works so well at containing the cord. It makes my mixer all neat and tidy. I love this!" —Isabelleosborne21
3D Home Solutions is a small Etsy shop based in Frisco, Texas.
Get it from 3D Home Solutions on Etsy for $8 (available in three colors).
28. A truly "epic" liquid eyeliner by Nyx with over 33,000 5-star reviews and an applicator so smooth and precise you'll probably create the perfect winged liner on the very first try.
Promising review: "It basically fits all of the requirements I would want in my perfect eyeliner. It's affordable, extremely black, opaque, easy to use, waterproof, stays on for a long time, and the tip is quite thin so you can get wings as sharp as a sword." —Caiti
Get it from Amazon for $6.33+ (available in six shades and packs of two).
29. A jar of super moisturizing O'Keeffe's cream that will basically give you brand new hands. Its blend of beeswax and glycerin will add hydration and help get your skin back to normal if increased hand-washing has wreaked havoc on your hands — just ask the 59,000+ satisfied reviewers.
For best results, you should apply the cream after washing your hands, after showering, and at bedtime.
Promising review: "Every winter, my fingers and knuckles crack and bleed. I've tried everything on the market to heal my hands. I received this hand cream yesterday, and when I put it on, I could tell right away that it was better than anything I'd tried. This stuff started working immediately. I filled all the cuts and cracks on my hands with this cream, and today, they are almost healed. I believe that this is the best hand cream ever made on earth." —Steve
Get it from Amazon for $9.08.
30. A makeup brush–cleaning shampoo for all of you who can't remember the last time you actually cleaned them. Your skin will thank you for washing away all the caked-up grime and bacteria lurking in those bristles.
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It's designed for any type of brush hair, and the hypoallergenic formula is made without fragrance so it's safe for sensitive skin.
Promising review: "Best, most affordable brush and sponge shampoo on the market! No joke, I have tried everything; even homemade hacks like dish detergent mixed with olive oil. Nothing works like this brush shampoo. Don't waste your money on the Beauty Blender soap and other big-name brands." —Lily
Get it from Amazon for $6.96+(available in two sizes and a two-pack).
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