36 Products Practically Guaranteed To Make Life Better
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It's the little things, like watching Netflix in the shower and not having crumbs line the bottom of your purse.
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Promising review: "These are the first pair of wireless buds I have purchased, previously using only the single over-ear type pieces. I expected to have difficulty pairing, but these paired the first time super easy. The volume and sound is significantly better than my old style. Nice little charging and travel case, and a variety of sizes of silicone buds to fit your size/preference. Update — after using these a few weeks I am still very pleased with this earbuds. Good value for the price!" —J. L. Hoover
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five colors).
Promising review: "I have been having shower draining issues, so there was a buildup of soap scum in my shower. I have a very weak stomach and cleaning the shower makes me physically ill. I have tried several products that have claimed to be no scrub/wipe but this has been the only one that has worked. I sprayed it after my shower and left it to sit until the next night. Found that A LOT of the grime had disappeared. Now, was it perfect? No. But I think with consistent use it will get there. Highly recommend this product." —KZ
Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in two scents and two sizes).
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 three colors).
Promising review: "Works as advertised. Didn't realize how badly I needly these in my life! I have a media PC in my living room under my TV and directly across from the main couch. The LED is extremely bright and obnoxious, especially in low-light situations. One of these dimmed the LED the perfect amount and I can definitely still see that the PC is on, but without the annoying blue beacon that can be seen from space. The variety of options included guarantee that you should have the correct size to dim whatever LEDs you have. Highly recommend." —IPman501
Get 100 stickers from Amazon for $1.49.
Promising review: "Probably the coolest holder I have ever seen. Bought it for my wife and she loves it and thinks it's cute. I laugh when I look at it! Hangs on all of our pots and pans and stays cool. Easy to clean and looks awesome. Great addition to any kitchen. Works great and does exactly what it is intended to do!" —Logan E
Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in five styles).
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 have the driest heels and this is the ONLY product that has ever worked. Before I used this my heels had some pretty deep cracks and now they're almost baby soft again. BUT please follow the directions...left it on my super-dry thick-callused heels for only three minutes and the callouses were literally melting off! Wonderful product! So glad I don't have to go soak my feet in those tubs at the nail salon anymore." —Kiki
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
You can also use it to treat bites from bees, wasps, biting flies, no-see-ums, chiggers, and sea lice.
Promising review: "Everything that bites bites me. This easy-to-use gadget works like a charm. The itching stops within a few minutes." —Margaret M. Newburn
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in seven colors and in multipacks).
Promising review: "My mother has always used the MiracleGro plant food spikes, so I grew up familiar with them. Of all the products out there, these are the easiest to use and have never burned my plants. It works like a charm for plants that are droopy and out of sorts!" —BlueFug8
Get a 48-pack from Amazon for $3.62.
Promising review: "I had actually seen/used them in Europe, but forgot all about them until I saw them on Amazon. They are easy to clean — I throw them in the dishwasher or clothes washer almost daily. They save me from using so many paper towels and, in most cases do a better job than paper towels. I also keep one upstairs in the bathroom to clean up water splashes in the sink there. These are a really good idea. You don't realize it, but you need them in your life :)" —Frequentfliermom
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19 (available in eight colors).
Promising review: "I first saw this book on TikTok and decided to look more into it. I purchased four total because I know some people holding onto things that are difficult to let go of. It’s a great way to look at things from a different perspective and truly hold yourself accountable to different things in your life. I love what it stands for and I look forward to when I burn mine after I’m done. Self love, self care, and meditation for a better state of mind tomorrow is always the goal. I definitely recommend it to those susceptible to change and the willingness to try things different. You’re so much more than what’s been done to you and someone’s inability to see your worth does not decrease your value. Choose you for a change." —Brent Helm
Get it from Amazon for $7.32.
This product is formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, or SLS.
Promising review: "I’ve had this bottle for over a year! It’s lasted with my family through Disney World, Destin spring break, and every time we go to the pool! I’ve had some bad sunburns. I slather this on and reapply after it’s soaked in and I wake up with a deep tan. Whatever is in it is like magic! The smell is kinda weird to me, but as well as this lotion works it could smell like cough syrup and I’d still happily use it." —Natalie Smith
Get it from Amazon or $17.28.
Promising review: "I love these shorts! They are so comfortable. The shorts are so comfortable that I wear them to bed. They are breathable and perfect to work out in! I bought these for a Halloween costume, and they became my favorite pair of shorts. The material is so smooth and soft. I also love that there is a pocket so that there is somewhere to put your phone while you are working out." —Amie Pike
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and in 33 colors/styles).
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I used it in my dishwasher. Had standing water on the bottom, dropped one tablet in the water. Put it on light wash cycle and at the end of the cycle, the water was gone! It thoroughly cleans and I have not had any other problems. I now use it regularly. I recommend this highly to keep your dishwasher clean and eliminate clogs from buildup. It was recommended to me by my super and after my positive experience I am happy to cosign his recommendation." —cheapchicshopper
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.98.
Promising review: "This is such an amazing light!! We call him Howard the duck lol it has three light settings and another one where if it’s on for more than 30 minutes it’ll turn off. The brightness is perfect, and it’s soft like a squishy dog toy haha." —Zoya
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available also as a cabbage??).
Grampa's Gardenware Co. is a family-owned small business that's home to a standing weeder design that's been around since 1913.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to made weeding easy.
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.
Promising review: "I was a bit skeptical at first but it’s my fave!! Turns my lips a ruddy red color and I even use it as a blush. Just dab about three to four dots on my cheeks and blend. I also feel like they leave my lips moisturized. I would recommend." —Maria
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
Promising review: "This is perfect for my kids to bring to camp! They love being able to have an easy cold snack on hot summer days, and I love that there isn’t an ice pack to lose. It kept everything very cold — maybe too cold for a granola bar. Will recommend to everyone." —McBs
Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in 10 colors and prints).
Promising review: "Bought a six-pack for my neurodivergent family. We are all either ADHD or autistic. I struggle with compulsive hair pulling and bought these to help keep my hands busy. They are the perfect size, more satisfying than a stress ball, clean easily, are fun to hurl at the wall or ceiling, and so far have lasted very well. I did test the durability of one and did break one when I pulled it as hard as I could — the inside looks something like shaving cream and didn’t smell or anything. But if you have a kid who is an aggressive chewer, perhaps keep an eye on them." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.99.
Some reviewers recommend sizing up! For more info, check out BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord's full Bambody period underwear review.
Promising review: "I’ve had period panties from Bambody for years. Finally needed to replace a few, and they have gotten so much better! The fabric is lighter and more breathable. Protection seems solid still. I find these perfect for wearing at night or on lighter flow days. They are easy to rinse, then I machine wash and line dry. I have not used a disposable period product in 3 years!" —bad monkey
Get it from Amazon for $17.49+ (available in women's sizes 4–13, sold individually or as multipacks in four colors).
Promising review: "I just used it for five days in 90-degree-plus weather at Bonnaroo music festival in the middle of Tennessee on a farm in June with 100,000 people walking several miles, dancing, and sweating every day. I am happy to report that this product is a lifesaver. My thighs didn't chafe once, and I have big ones! I had to reapply once during the day. I strongly recommend buying this if you have large thighs and need relief from chafing. I couldn't wear dresses or skirts in the heat if I was walking anywhere, and now I live in them because of this stuff! Buy it! It works!" —Isaac
Get it from Amazon for $5.29.
Promising review: "This product is the best for easily holding my Kindle, especially while reading in bed. It is unobtrusive, lightweight, and very convenient to use. I had the same strap for several years and recently lost in on a plane, so this is a replacement. An exact replacement because I was so pleased with its predecessor." —Nikki B Sapp
Get it from Amazon for $12.50.
ChomChom Roller is a Massachusetts-based small biz creating an eco-friendly, reusable alternative to sticky lint rollers.
Promising review: "This is the best thing I have bought on Amazon to date. I have always tried to lint roll comforters and furniture when guests come and/or stay. Finding this gadget has made that task SO much easier and productive! Put this guy in your cart. Yep." —Kelsey Funk
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Promising reviews: "Who buys a grape cutter? Well, a working mom with a toddler! This makes lunch prep so quick and easy!! I recommend to every mom I meet!! 🤗" —Danielle
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
Promising review: "Love this product. Provides great suds as any handful of soap would. This is excellent for travel, especially in public bathrooms that don’t always guarantee soap. Discreet and great for places where you might not want to touch the dispenser. A lot comes in one container. Gave some packets away to my family." —Kerry-Ann Archibald1
Get a three-pack (150 sheets total) from Amazon for $6.99 (available in larger multipacks).
Shacke is a small manufacturer based out of Baldwin Park, California creating useful travel products like packing cubes and luggage tags.
You can totally use it with another cleaner or spray if you want, but it seems like reviewers have success without it! It just takes some elbow grease.
Promising review: "I am very impressed with this product. I was new to suede shoes and instantly regretted buying a gray-colored shoed once I got them dirty. Luckily I found this lovely thing. Very easy to use, straightforward packet comes with it that tells you which sides to use and when. I would definitely recommend this since you invest so much in those shoes you might as well keep them nice and clean!" —Celeste
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
Promising review: "Found this product on TikTok. I don’t think I’ve ever seen value like I do with this product! Literally use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea-size amount of this makes them look brand new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What’s more? You need such LITTLE of this product, it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok!!!" —Rachel in CLT
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
Lovely Jens is a Longview, Texas-based Etsy shop launched in 2020 by Jenny, who launched her store of personalized glass cups, stickers, and tumblers as a way to create products that make people smile.
Get it from Lovely Jens on Etsy for $9+ (available in 2 sizes and 40 colors).
Promising review: "I have always had serious dark circles and bags under my eyes and this has really changed this for me. The results are incredible. The puffiness is gone. The dark circles are hardly noticeable. My sensitive skin has not broken out. I never write reviews, but this was so good that I had to write a review. This actually works." —Ben
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
This starter kit gets you the diffuser head and one vial of Feliway; refills are also available on Amazon. Keep in mind that this shouldn't replace standard protocol for new cat introductions like keeping them separate for a while, doing smell introductions first, etc.
Promising review: "I can’t express enough how much this has changed mine and my cats' lives. Merging two households wasn’t easy on the cats. One male cat had a hard time moving into a new house with new pets. He had terrible behavior problems and would cause us and the other cats a lot of stress. We tried everything the vet suggested to reduce these incidences, but getting Feliway was the only thing that worked. He is a completely different cat now. He is calm and his outbursts rarely happen. He has become a couch cat and has turned into the sweetest boy. The other cats aren’t stressed anymore and neither are we. It definitely has more of an affect on the male cats than the female. If you aren’t noticing a difference with one diffuser I would suggest getting a second. We couldn’t believe that this one product could fix everything, but it did...If your cats are having any behavior problems or stress please try this!" —Kristine Spencer
Get it from Amazon for $24.48.
Promising review: "OK my hair is thick, frizzy, and all over the place when I blow dry it. I took a chance on this brush/dryer combo, based on reviews that seemed too good to be true. I love at the hair salon when they use this kind of thing — drying while brushing my hair with the rounded brush. I can never get my hair to look the same — controlled, smooth, and pretty. But wow!!! This investment is WORTH IT! My hair looks amazing. It's soft, smooth, blow dries much quicker, and looks like the salon did it!! Definitely recommending this hair dryer. Best I've ever had." —Sarah McDonald
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four sizes/styles).
Some reviewers with 4a–c curls like the barrel brush, but if you're looking for something to blow out tighter curls or coils consider checking out the Revlon one-step paddle brush, which is designed with curlier hair in mind!
Sweet Feeders is a family-owned small business that toured with their feeders at state fairs across Texas before moving the business online in 2017.
Promising review: "I have to admit, it took a few weeks for the hummingbirds to find this feeder, but now that they visit it frequently, this beautiful feeder is a source of continual joy. Easy to use, lovely to look at on its own, and a true wonder to watch the hummingbirds feed a few inches away. The perspective this feeder offers is wondrous. I have already purchased one for a friend who lives in a much more wooded region and she had hummingbirds feeding at it faster than I did. It's artsy, easy, genius and fun!" —Tristram
Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in two materials).
Promising review: "I am so glad I gave this product a try, as it works amazingly well on my fine, oily hair. I have used just about every dry shampoo product on the market, and this is by far the best one yet. My hair looks beautiful, and I can now go nearly a week without washing (while still having absolutely gorgeous hair)! I used to have to wash my hair every other day when I was using my former favorite dry shampoo (and it made my scalp itch on day two). This product is definitely worth a try, it may soon be your favorite!" —Melanie Havert
Get it from Amazon for $14.40.
Promising review: "The sound is a lot better than cheaper white noise machines — it's more relaxing and fan-like. It is also awesome that you can adjust the volume and tone directly from your phone." —Sarah
Get it from our Goodful shop for $99.99 (available in charcoal and white).
Promising review: "These are THE BEST. They collect so much dirt and dust from my tote bag and keep everything clean. Super small and easy to clean as well!!" —SueMagoo29
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in three colors).
Promising review: "Very sleek!!! I really needed one of these because I have limited counter space. Really loving the look and functionality so far!" —Anna_stace
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in seven finishes).
Promising review: "I have ADHD and dread showers due to how boring they are, plus some sensory issues (cold and wet is not my ideal state). But now I add some entertaining videos to a playlist and boom, I'm not so miserable in the shower! The case is definitely waterproof, and the sound comes through great." —Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six colors).
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Promising review: I expected to have difficulty pairing, but these paired the first time super easy. The volume and sound is significantly better than my old style. Promising review:I have tried several products that have claimed to be no scrub/wipe but this has been the only one that has worked.Promising review:I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more.Promising review:The LED is extremely bright and obnoxious, especially in low-light situations. One of these dimmed the LED the perfect amount and I can definitely still see that the PC is on, but without the annoying blue beacon that can be seen from space.Promising review:Hangs on all of our pots and pans and stays cool. Easy to clean and looks awesome.Promising review:this is the ONLY product that has ever workednow they're almost baby soft againleft it on my super-dry thick-callused heels for only three minutes and the callouses were literally melting offPromising review:The itching stops within a few minutes.Promising review:It works like a charm for plants that are droopy and out of sorts!Promising review:They save me from using so many paper towels and, in most cases do a better job than paper towels.You don't realize it, but you need them in your lifePromising review: It’s a great way to look at things from a different perspective and truly hold yourself accountable to different things in your life.I definitely recommend it to those susceptible to change and the willingness to try things different. Promising review:I’ve had some bad sunburns. I slather this on and reapply after it’s soaked in and I wake up with a deep tan.Whatever is in it is like magic! Promising review:They are breathable and perfect to work out in! The material is so smooth and soft.Promising review:It thoroughly cleans and I have not had any other problems. I now use it regularly. I recommend this highly to keep your dishwasher clean and eliminate clogs from buildup.Promising reviewPromising review: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 getPromising review:I was a bit skeptical at first but it’s my fave!! Promising review:They love being able to have an easy cold snack on hot summer daysPromising review: I struggle with compulsive hair pulling and bought these to help keep my hands busy. They are the perfect size, more satisfying than a stress ball, clean easily, are fun to hurl at the wall or ceiling, and so far have lasted very well. Promising review:The fabric is lighter and more breathable. Protection seems solid still. I find these perfect for wearing at night or on lighter flow days.Promising review:I couldn't wear dresses or skirts in the heat if I was walking anywhere, and now I live in them because of this stuff!Promising review:Promising review:This is the best thing I have bought on Amazon to date.Promising reviews:This makes lunch prep so quick and easy!! I recommend to every mom I meet!!Promising review:This is excellent for travel, especially in public bathrooms that don’t always guarantee soap.Promising review:. I would definitely recommend this since you invest so much in those shoes you might as well keep them nice and clean!Promising review:I don’t think I’ve ever seen value like I do with this product! Literally use it on EVERYTHING!!I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny.Thank you, TikTok!Promising review:The results are incredible. The puffiness is gone. The dark circles are hardly noticeable.Promising reviewI can’t express enough how much this has changed mine and my cats' lives.getting Feliway was the only thing that worked. He is a completely different cat now. He is calm and his outbursts rarely happen. He has become a couch cat and has turned into the sweetest boy. . We couldn’t believe that this one product could fix everything, but it didPromising review:This investment is WORTH IT! My hair looks amazing. It's soft, smooth, blow dries much quicker, and looks like the salon did it!! Promising review:Easy to use, lovely to look at on its own, and a true wonder to watch the hummingbirds feed a few inches away.Promising review: I have used just about every dry shampoo product on the market, and this is by far the best one yetPromising review:Promising review:They collect so much dirt and dust from my tote bag and keep everything clean.Promising review: Promising review:The case is definitely waterproof, and the sound comes through great.