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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. Whoever put literal magic into this scar-fading oil, antiperspirant hand cream, and milky nail concealer needs to share their secrets, stat. There are us regular humans, and then there are the geniuses who designed and made these fantastic, get-the-job-done kind of products — and for that, we are forever grateful. Whether it's this odor-fighting mouthwash, this roll-on migraine pain relief stick, or this fast-acting powder that solidifies hot cooking oil, these results will have you wishing you found them years ago. Promising review: "Between myself (medium long hair) and my overly fluffy cat, a lot of hair and fluff was continually getting caught up on the roller brush of my vacuum. I dreaded vacuuming because it took so long to pull and snip the hairs wrapped up on the roller brush out with scissors. Not anymore! This silly, little, inexpensive thing works great! Super quick to remove all the hair/fur — in virtually a minute, then back to vacuuming with my lovely Miele vacuum." —MKS BuzzFeed Shopping writer Amber Usher says, "I've been using this mouthwash for years and it changed my morning routine for the better. Not only does it kick morning breath to the curb, but it also claims to help prevent gum disease. And I love the smell/taste — it's like you just bit into a peppermint patty." Check it out on TikTok! And BTW, they make a toothpaste version of this too. 👀 Promising review: "This is not hyperbole: This mouthwash really changed my life. Despite a meticulous oral hygiene routine, I used to have some awful breath. It was so bad that I was self-conscious about it and would keep a distance from people during conversations. After trying numerous products with little to no success, I came across this and quickly saw improvement. The taste is decent enough and it doesn't burn your mouth like Listerine. I'm so glad I found this stuff. It's one of the few products that I just can't do without." —Billy Shook Promising review: "I hate being wasteful, and before we bought these ethylene gas absorbers, I estimate that we threw away at least $15 worth of fruits or vegetables a week. Especially fragile produce like berries and leafy green veggies. (These tend to be more expensive as well.) I notice a very big difference in the life of our fruit and vegetable purchases now. It seems that we get at least an extra 7–10 days of freshness and that adds up to a lot of money saved over time. I highly recommend these as well as the one-year refill kit. "One thing to mention is that this product doesn't have a 'time indicator' on them. So I just use my phone reminder/calendar function and enter in a reminder to change the little packet inside of the apple every three months. Super easy and I don't have to worry about missing the date then." —Hutchins Family Get a pack of two from Amazon for $16.99; plus, you can get a year's worth of refill packets for $17.99. The tens of thousands of 5-star Amazon reviews are reason enough to add the ChomChom to your cart immediately — but let me add my own personal review to the stack. I've been using the ChomChom for quite a while now, and I took the photos above to show just how quick, easy, and effective this roller is. It took 10 seconds to rid my velvet couch ottoman (yes, velvet...a terrible cat owner choice, I know) of the hair my two gray kitties are constantly leaving everywhere. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside. The ChomChom is best for large flat surfaces like couches and beds. Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four colors and a version designed for use on clothes). It's color adapting, so one of four shades will work well for any skin tone! To use, apply this in thin layers to avoid creasing, then follow with your favorite concealer and setting powder if you like. If you don't like applying products with your fingers, they also make a triangle-shaped puff that's perfect for using with this. I have this in the Light Rose shade (I'm very pale), and it works *so* well to brighten my under-eyes — I use my fingers to apply it (after moisturizing and applying my primer), and it blends seamlessly. When I want to look more awake and lively, I love reaching for this Catrice brightener — and while I also love my Tarte Shape Tape blurring concealer stick (which retails for $32), I have to admit the results are pretty similar with this $6 product. Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup." —Monica T. Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). It'll maintain moisture in your brown sugar for three to six months! Promising review: "After many containers and continuously having to throw my brown sugar away due to giant hard lumps, I began to wonder why our brown sugar never lumped as a child. That's when I remembered a weird brown bear in our sugar, after a quick Google search I found this! I soaked it in water for 30 minutes and then added to my lumpy brown sugar. Two days later there is not a single lump in my sugar! Yay! Note: it did turn any sugar that touched the bear a white color, but it tastes the same, still! :)" —Sneezeloaf Promising review: "My wife and I recently started using this kojic acid soap, and it has truly worked wonders for our skin. The results have been impressive. Not only has it helped fade dark spots and blemishes, but it has also given our skin a brighter and more even complexion. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in the texture of my skin as well, and it feels smoother and softer. This soap lathers well and has a pleasant scent for us, making it a joy to use daily. We’re delighted with the results and highly recommend this for anyone looking to achieve more radiant skin." —2six Get a set of two from Amazon for $11.99. Promising review: "I used this product on my 10-year-old son. He sweats A LOT on his hands. He would tell me that he was embarrassed at school and he had problems making friends. My son told me he had never shook a hand outside of mine ever before in his life...it broke me. As a father, I knew I had to fix this. I set an appointment up with his doctor and got nowhere. The doctor said it's normal and should go away in the coming years. I asked about surgery and they said it would be around $10,000, so I started saving. Couple weeks went by and I came across this product I asked my son if he was OK with trying it and he desperately said yes. We put it on and his hands are completely dry now. When it worked, he started practicing shaking hands and high fives with his brother. It's been two weeks now and it is working AMAZING." —Hector Lorenzo FryAway is a woman-owned and Latine-owned small business started by Laura Lady, who loves both cooking and being kind to the planet. They donate 1% of revenue to nonprofits focused on water conservation. Promising review: "This is a must-have for anyone who fries. We rarely deep fry, but having to get rid of the oil is always a pain. This product makes disposal SO much easier and less of a headache. No need to worry about spills or greasy containers. Pop it into the hot oil (with burner off), and let it sit. Once it’s solid, scrape it into the trash can. Done. Seriously GREAT." —Michael Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three styles). One dermatologist on TikTok even recommends using it on your armpits to help fight the bacteria that causes body odor. Psst — tons of people compare this to Pixi's $29 Glow Tonic! Promising review: "My sisters were constantly raving about this toner, so I decided to try it. Since using it, I’ve realized why they love it so much! My skin went from bumpy and textured to smooth and glowy. My clogged pores have completely disappeared. I’ve already recommended this product to a bunch of my friends, and they love it too! I’ve been using this product for about two months, and it’s still doing wonders. Definitely worth buying!" —Noa May Read more about how biotin shampoo could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "I love this shampoo! I had gastric sleeve surgery and my hair was very, very thin. I started taking biotin and switched to biotin shampoo as recommended by my doctor. It doesn’t make your hair grow by washing it but it makes your hair and roots stronger. And it worked. After using the whole bottle, my hair was stronger. I had a lot of new growth that was sticking around (the previous new growth fell out early on) and my hair was getting thicker. Eight months later, my hair is back to normal. It's longer and thicker than ever. I still use it twice a week and love it! I [don't love] the way it smells but others love it when they smell my hair." —Diane J. Huff Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in four sizes and three scents). Twist the bottom of the pen to dispense the fluid and brush onto the gem to clean! Promising review: "This ring cleaner WORKS. Cleans in less than five minutes!!! THIS PRODUCT IS A STEAL! (compared to more expensive ring cleaners or taking into the store to get cleaned). Plus, the pen is compact, and you can take it on the go or hide it in your purse. There is no harsh chemical smell either. The process is SO easy, a kid could do it! It’s a twist-up pen — you twist it until the blue product dispenses onto the brush. Then you swipe the brush onto the diamond areas. I let it sit for about two minutes, then I rinsed my ring clean under water and dried it. TA-DA! My ring was AMAZINGLY CLEAN! You can see the main diamond and even the smaller diamonds sparkle! I didn’t even realize my diamond was cloudy until this product revealed how sparkly it could be! I highly recommend this product — it is cheap and gives AMAZING results, you won’t be disappointed!" —Kayla N. The formula is also water, snow, and rain repellent so it'll build a layer of protection for your belongings to last longer. It can be used on leather shoes, accessories, interiors, furniture, upholstery, saddles, jackets, and tack. Promising review: "I use this for my everyday boots as well as my dress shoes. I'm not always gentle with my boots and I thought I had ruined them the other day (worn out color, scuffs all over), but I cleaned the muck off, gave them a brushing, then applied this leather honey, and after letting it sit, my boots look almost like the day I bought them! It keeps the leather supple and restores color. You only need to use a small amount per use!" —David H. Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three sizes). BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord uses this on the reg: "FWIW re: scars, this stuff really works. I had thyroid surgery a few years ago, and Bio-Oil took me from looking like I'd stumbled out of the Red Wedding to virtually no detectable scar within a few months. All I did was apply it once in the morning and once at night." Promising review: "Acne scars? Read this. I found out about this product while scrolling through TikTok last week. It came highly recommended, so I decided to look up the price on Amazon. After reading several reviews, I figured I might as well try it out. Today is the fourth day I've used the product on my face. My skin looks dewy and nice. The discoloration on my cheeks from a few years old acne scars is improving. My skin looks younger — it’s hard to describe, but I can see a difference. It looks less rough. I’ve been using it morning and night." —Yasmin Rodriguez Get it from Amazon for $10.26+ (available in three sizes). This shampoo is hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, and paraben-free. I've used Ecotools brush cleaning shampoo for years, and it makes cleaning my brushes so much easier. I just add a bit of the shampoo to my brush and gently rub it against a silicone mat under running water, and it makes quick work of removing all the makeup that's built up on my brush for, frankly, way too long. You'll see the water start running brown immediately, which is always super gross but also really satisfying, and once you see your brush return to its original color, you know you're done. And the bristles are always left as soft as before too! Promising review: "I've been skeptical about items that seem like glorified soap but got it as a gift. This cleaned my brushes like nothing else, with just a drop, a few seconds of spreading it around, and literally about 10 seconds of swishing in warm water. It was unbelievable. It took out weeks of caked-on 24-hour concealer and foundation, and left my brush soft and fluffy like it were brand new. I will always use this (and my brushes will always be clean!). It's nothing short of miraculous." —C Promising review: "Excellent for sensitive skin. Instantly helped with redness and hydration. Feels light putting it on and absorbs quickly, no feeling of residue. It has a scent, but it is pleasant and light, and it disappears quickly. I got Pyunkang Yul Calming Moisture Barrier Cream first, which is also excellent for sensitive skin, but now I will use it at night as it's not as light in comparison. Reminds me of Clinique's Moisture Surge line, which might feel similar, but theirs is not good for truly sensitive skin. I recommend it for overly sensitive, oily skin with redness due to past sun damage and or acne." —Anastasia Grinberg I've been using these for ages now and totally swear by them for scooping my cat's litter! Truly, I've used other types of bags (like those green doggy waste bags) that ended up just making my kitchen trash can smell, so I can tell the difference with these. I personally take pride in the fact that my home *doesn't* smell like cats when you walk in, and these are an important tool in my efforts around that! Promising review: "I have three cats, two litter boxes, and scoop both once or twice a day, depending on my schedule. I throw my bags away into my lidded kitchen garbage can and take my trash out to the dumpster (apartment living) every two days. In over a year of doing this, I've never noticed litter odor escaping from the poop bags and into the garbage can. Even when they’d be close to the top and I’d step on the pedal to toss something else away, I’d always get any food odor or cat food can stink, but never litter waste." —shadowbox86 Get a pack of 90 from Amazon for $16.10. Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." —BBP623 Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.49. And if you (like me) try to avoid scented products because your skin is sensitive, you'll be happy to know this is fragrance-free! Promising review: "This cream is one of the best products on the marketplace! I recently tried two jars of the Beverly Hills MD Crepe Correcting Body Complex, and really liked the cream, but found it expensive. Then I saw the Gold Bond equivalent and decided to try this instead. At this low price, I figured I had nothing to lose — even if it didn't lift, it would still moisturize. After several weeks of using this product, I am truly happy with the results. This cream helps to lift and firm the skin on the neck much more effectively than any product I have ever tried, at a fraction of the cost. Rarely does a product exceed your expectations. Highly recommended. A++++" —Kristine Y. The Migrastil migraine stick comes from small biz Basic Vigor. Promising review: "I have suffered from migraines for at least 10 years and have tried everything under the sun for it. I am a nurse. I can't take a few of the other meds (looking at you Fioricet) due to my job. And that also makes me super skeptical of natural remedies. So you can trust me when I say this WORKS. I am sitting here 30 minutes after application. Had a nice right-sided migraine solid 7/10 pain curling in a ball in a dark room practically blind in my right eye levels of pain. Now I am down to a manageable 2/10 writing this. It's cheap enough you may as well try it out, and besides skin sensitivities, it's far lower on the side effect scale. Getting another one now to keep in my work bag." —Amanda M Read BuzzFeed's Migrastil migraine stick review for more deets! Promising review: "Throw your expensive Crest Whitestrips away! Being the son of a dental hygienist, clean bright white teeth have always been important to me. Though I had my reservations about the whitening pen, it certainly didn't disappoint and works far better than the Whitestrips I've been using for the last several years, not to mention it's a much better deal for your money. I'm a total coffee connoisseur, which has always made having a bright white smile all the more challenging, but the Pen is giving me the upper hand." —Franknsd Get a pack of two pens from Amazon for $14.95. Promising review: "This stuff is incredible. I had suffered from minor acne for almost two years and I finally realized the products I was using were far too harsh for my dry, sensitive skin. After using gentle products and eventually moving onto k-beauty, I found this to lighten all the scarring from the years of picking at my breakouts. My scarring is still a bit noticeable but it was gotten tremendously better thanks to this product and this product alone. Pictures [above] show my acne a while ago and a more recent picture." —Marc Just presoak feet, apply the gel, let sit for 5–10 minutes, and rinse! It's recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file (keep reading for a great option!) just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind. Promising review: "I saw this product on TikTok. My feet were sort of rough, and I used it as directed — after four applications, my feet are baby smooth. Now, I didn’t soak my feet properly the first three times, but the fourth time I did, and it made a big difference. Some did get on my skin, but it didn’t burn." —Coresa To use, you spray the ultra-fine mist on the included brush, then buff and blend it onto your face to your desired level of coverage. Jerome Alexander is a small business that specializes in airbrush cosmetic products. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says, "HELLO — I found this through a recommendation on a Reddit beauty forum for people in their thirties, and I am OBSESSED. I am not very skilled with makeup and was intimidated by the brush factor, but it's nearly foolproof. This foundation straight-up glosses over my pores and redness and makes my skin look so even-toned and natural that it doesn't look like I used much foundation at all. It's a bit price-y compared to brands I used in the past, but I'm still on my first bottle of it, and it's been three full months. I hope this never stops getting made. It is so lightweight and lovely and has made my makeup routine feel like a TREAT." Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in 12 shades). One reviewer compares this to a $59 Givenchy powder! Check out a TikTok of the Laneige Neo Blurring Powder in action. Promising review: "This is the secret for makeup in hot and humid climates! I am a sweaty person, but I also love wearing makeup regardless of the weather. While holidaying in Southeast Asia at the start of wet season, I faced temperatures between 35 and 40 degrees Celsius (95–104 degrees Fahrenheit) with high humidity. After finishing my base makeup, I applied this powder all over. I did not use a setting spray because most break me out. Luckily, no setting spray was necessary while using this setting powder! It kept my foundation and cream blush from separating or becoming patchy, and also kept me from being too shiny. I reapplied a couple of times per day. This is magical and I will definitely be using regularly during the summers in North America too!" —Sara Lima BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis swears by this spray. Check out her Foot Matters Shoe Stretch spray review for more deets! BTW, Foot Matters is a small business that specializes in shoe-stretching products. Promising reviews: "My sandals were awfully tight on the top of my feet. I tried everything before finally finding this spray. Nothing helped, there was no relief. Then I tried this spray, and it moved heaven and earth, and now my sandals are perfect!" —Swissharpist "I injured my foot a few months back, and most of my shoes don't fit. I've tried stretchers, hair dryer, wearing multiple socks — everything. I bought this stuff, and within a half hour, my problems were solved. Try this method first." —Susan Olson This product is better suited for weekly maintenance! You may want to do a deep clean before your first use, if needed. Promising review: "I wish I took before and after pictures because the results are unbelievable with no scrubbing or elbow grease. We have a stone floor/wall shower with stupid large and annoyingly mold prone grout lines. I used it per the directions and rinsed with hot hot water the next morning, and couldn’t believe all the crap that rinsed off. Seriously worth every penny!" —Kate Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (available in two scents and two sizes). Promising review: "I spray this on my cats' brushes and they both love it. It really picks up the dander from my one cat and helps a lot with any hotspots he has. There's marked improvement in both of their coats, definitely worth the purchase. I’m glad I bought two bottles." —doink Get it from Amazon for $7.48 (also available as wipes). This pumice stone cleaner is free of chemicals and odors. It also has a heavy-duty plastic handle so you'll have a solid grip while you clean. Use gentle back-and-forth motions to remove stains and deposits from inside the toilet bowl, and voila! Promising review: "It really does work on the toughest hard water stains. It really is like magic. I used it for all my toilet bowls. However, a couple of notices you should know before buying: 1) You need patience, especially if your toilet bowls have very old stains. It took me 30 minutes of constant grinding, and I used the entire stick. 2) Do not push down on the stick aggressively; it will break in half, and I had to use it by hand. Cleaning power is incredible. I recommend this product." —Amazon Customer It's recommended that you do a patch test 24–48 hours before applying this all over your face, as it's a strong, concentrated formula. After that, apply three to five drops once daily and follow with a moisturizer (ideally one with SPF if you apply in the morning!). Though the bottle looks small, reviewers say it'll last you several months with daily use. Promising review: "I should have started using this years ago! I’m in my mid-30s and I’ve tried everything including much more expensive brands, Korean skincare, Japanese skincare, etc. but I’ve always had breakouts and problems with texture. This is by far the best vitamin C product I’ve tried. I’ve tried multiple vitamin C serums in the past, but they always broke me out or had a slimy or gritty texture. This serum has a smooth texture, soaks in quickly, does not pill with other products, and has noticeably cleared up my skin." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes). Promising review: "My 30-pound Aussie puppy loves to play rough and get muddy. Bathing her in the bathtub is impossible. Showering with her was better, but not fun for either of us, before the Aquapaw mat. Boo loves peanut butter, so we smeared some on the mat, then stuck it to the wall of the shower door. She was focused on the peanut butter, and I was able to bathe her fairly quickly. It was, by far, the easiest time we had bathing her. The mat stuck perfectly to the shower door. The nubs have a nice depth and hold a lot of smear (maybe too much). There was almost nothing left to clean on the mat, but it cleaned easily. I highly recommend this product!" —zoso babe Get it from Amazon for $11.30+ (available in two sizes). This TikTok-famous paste can clean literally ANY mess, whether it's in your bathroom, kitchen, basement, or anywhere in between. Check out this TikTok where my former colleague Britt Ross uses The Pink Stuff on a dirty sheet pan, a pair of white sneakers, and her toaster oven — spoiler, the results are *seriously* impressive. Promising review: "Got this because TikTok made me do it. I put a smear on a hair dye stain in my shower from six months ago. I thought I’d have to let it sit for a while, so I rubbed it in with a Scrub Daddy and was ready to let it sit, but it was already gone. Blew my mind. Removed rust stains in the toilet and hard water marks from the tank instantly. Goodbye, other cleaners." —L. Seitz Get it from Amazon for $4.79 (also available in a bundle with their "Squeezy" scrubber). They're individually packaged, so you can easily toss some into your bag if you're spending the night with someone. Promising review: "Do you love the feeling of your underwear getting damp hours after adult time? That surprise wetness just as you're about to step into a meeting where you'll be presenting in front of your boss, as well as their boss? If so, this is not for you. For the rest of us, these are amazing. Just slip in one of these, let set while you check your phone, then remove and toss. The package says a few seconds, but my first time using it didn't work, so I did a full minute, and it works every time. No more wet spots to try to sleep in. No more wearing liners after fun time when you have to go to work. I will be a lifelong customer (well, sex life long anyway)." —Monica K. Jones Promising review: "I have really thick, dark, straight-ish hair, and this is the best hair oil I have ever used. I used to use Gisou hair oil, and I can gladly say that this product does work waaaaaay better than those expensive oils. This makes my hair soooo soft, and it takes away all of the frizz from my hair. It smells really good, fresh and clean. This bottle has lasted me soooo much longer than I expected. A little goes a long way. I love using it after the shower on damp hair, but also on dry hair. It is just an amazing hair oil and I will never use anything else but this." —Brianna Get the Original serum from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in two sizes and five other formulas). Promising review: "These babies are a staple of mine. At 45 with DDs, I’ve tried everything. I can’t wear strapless bras; fighting gravity with extra wide and tight straps are so uncomfortable with fat squeezing out paths of least resistance and my boobs end up as a catch-all shelf under my chin. I’ve tried the petal fabric-feel pasties — they wrinkled and didn’t hide hard nipples. Other silicon-type pasties were too thick and one could see what looked like bread plate-sized areolas protruding from thin fabric. Then I found these amazing things. These are my second pair, as a backup. I follow directions and wash them off after wearing and my first one are still going strong after a full year (have worn them dozens of times). Under even thin tops- you cannot even see the outline of it. It’s truly a life-saver for me! Very smooth, even naked it looks smooth. God I love these covers! No nipping out. Thank you!" —A.G. Get it from Amazon for $28.50 (available in three sizes, five shades, and a version that provides some lift). Promising reviews: "My stainless sink had streaks on it from using an ultra strong cleaner. It left a dark shading that I thought was permanent. I’ve tried scrubs, polishers, natural home remedies from online, just about everything. I read about this sink cleaner from an online best products on Amazon blog. I figured, I’ve tried everything else so I bought it. IT WORKED!!! I’m thrilled with this cleaner and it brought the finish back on my stainless steel sink. Highly recommend this product!!" —loriregin "I have a ceramic sink, but the drain was old and blackened from years of use. This product cleaned it up and shined the old drain. I had tried everything else but to no avail. Whatever is in this is just what you need for old sink metals." —BonLynLee Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in multiple sizes and packs). Reviewers with everything from thin, fine hair to 4c curls have reported positive results from this moisturizing formula, which is particularly recommended for folks whose hair is damaged from using hot tools, bleach, and the like. Promising review: "I have been looking around for a good hair mask that actually works for my dried-out, dull, frizzy hair. Most of them seem to just condition, and that’s pretty much the extent of it. I tried this for the first time tonight, I was pretty skeptical as I was applying it to my hair because it is pretty lightweight on the hair, but it soaked in really well, I let it sit in my hair for about 7 minutes, and then rinsed. I blow dried my hair with a round brush, which the brush was easier to get through my hair than it normally does. Once I was done, I couldn’t believe how smooth, shiny, and frizz free my hair was! I could never normally walk out of the house without straightening my hair, but with this hair treatment I can totally pull off the blow-dried style! No other hair mask has given me all these amazing things! This will definitely be a staple in my shower now!" —Lisa Promising review: "Holy grail curl definer. I have been using it to define my curls for about five years. I spent so much money on other definers before I found this gel. It is VERY moisturizing and does not give you that dry, hard curl that feels like it will break off if touched wrong. It dries clear, does not leave any residue, and curls will last until your next wash, which is usually about 4–7 days for me. You can use a little or a lot, depending on how defined you want your curls to be. I use about a handfu,l but that's my preference. I simply slather it on, root to ends, and then whip my head back and forth a few times, and I'm done with my hair!! I am definitely a lifetime customer!!" —Starr Promising review: "TikTok made me get it. I have a few favorite sweaters and was super upset when these little lint balls started popping up. I was looking for ways to remove them and stumbled upon this fabric shaver and my life has been changed! I absolutely LOVE it. 100/10." —Ruth Get it from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in two colors). Check out a TikTok of the foaming pink drain cleaner in action. Promising review: "Wow! I don't think I've ever been more excited to use a cleaning product before. Who knew you could get so much satisfaction from a drain cleaner. I could probably make an ASMR video and post it, as it is that satisfying! Even though I had to angle this over my sink drain, to avoid the low faucet, it worked perfectly. The foam went down the drain and up through the overflow, bringing lots of black, yucky gunk with it. I have used lots of drain cleaners before, but not one that actually came up through the overflow. I'd never even considered what stuff was in there. It did a great job of cleaning everything out and it left the sink smelling fresh and clean as well." —Amazon Customer Promising review: "For anyone with long hair, drainage clogging in the shower is a pain. So THANKS to whoever thought of such a simple but clever solution. They stick perfectly and the glue lasts like three weeks. It literally does not let a hair pass, and it's just so easy to place and remove. I wish I had known about this product before! A must-buy." —MER Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available as a 50-pack and 100-pack). Promising review: "Does exactly what it says. Rather than getting spackel, waiting for it to dry, sanding it down, and tweaking as needed — this cuts the time/effort down! Just rub over the place in need of patching and wipe off the excess. The hardest part is not accidentally getting the product on parts of the wall that don’t need it, but that’s easy to clean up, so it’s not a problem. I used this to patch holes in the wall from a former Wi-Fi router and modem, other than the color difference from the patch to the paint, you’d never know it was patched. Great price, easy to use." —Amanda Promising reviews: "I’ve had problems with my nails for decades. They have prominent vertical ridges, they’re yellowish, and they’re very brittle. (Yes, I’ve seen a dermatologist). I’ve tried acrylic nails, powder gel nails, press-on nails, nail wraps...literally EVERYTHING I could think of to cover, fill, and approve the appearance of my problem nails. THIS POLISH IS THE SOLUTION. It fills my ridges smoothly without a separate base layer. I no longer have to buff these ridges into submission. Also it is a lovely, natural color. It actually does illuminate the nail; I have no idea how it does it. My nails appear greatly improved: healthy, smooth, light pink. And they’re stronger, too. They’re much less likely to break or tear. I am no longer ashamed of my nails, and I’m not plagued with having to spend a lot of time or money trying to fix them." —K. Evans Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in six shades). Check out our Londontown Illuminating Nail Concealer review for more deets! I finally tried out this tool with my Crave Naturals brush, which I used for (*checks Amazon order history*) TWO YEARS without ever doing a deep clean of it. I mean, sure, I would regularly pull out the loose hair and whatever I could get to using my fingers, but there was always this gross layer at the bottom I couldn't reach, and I kind of just tried my best to pretend it wasn't there. LET ME TELL YOU: This tool is genius. With barely any effort, it pulled out that gross, years-old layer of *stuff* at the bottom of my brush (the photo above shows that layer already ~dislodged~ by the tool, right before I pulled it out), and now I don't have to feel disgusting every time I run it through my hair. It actually feels like it's doing a better job of *brushing* now too! Seriously, if you are a human with brushable hair on your head, you need this. Note: It's worth giving your hair brush a good rinse with soap after that layer of hair and lint is pulled away! I didn't find it was necessary to soak my brush before using the tool. Note: It's normal for melamine sponges to crumble and wear down as you use them! You can cut them in half to preserve them if you don't want to waste an entire sponge on a smaller job. Psst — check out BuzzFeed's STK cleaning pads review for more deets (and incredible before and after photos). Promising review: "These pads work like the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, but they are cheaper. They are melamine foam, which works like an abrasive at a microscopic level. It won't damage surfaces, and for some kinds of cleaning, it's almost magically good. I had some stained coffee cups, and I tried EVERYthing to clean them. This pad quickly and easily removed the stain. This pad is way better than anything else for cleaning the soap film from showers and tubs. The pads are not durable, but you get a lot of them for little money, and one still lasts a reasonable amount of time. When they get worn, toss them and use another one. A fantastic discovery for me." —The Thinker Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.95. BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: Our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Jenae Sitzes is a shopping editor with over a decade of experience working in online media, covering everything from affordable beauty and unique home finds to genius pet products, and she's constantly saving interesting finds on TikTok (in *very* organized folders, mind you) to share with BuzzFeed readers. Note: Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.