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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. "I have never regretted buying this fan once within the year of my owning it. In fact, I’ve instead remarked to my husband how it has been one of my best purchases!" You can also freeze it for headache relief! You can either just let the sides hang, or tuck them together so it doesn't move in the night. Promising review: "There's something about placing this weighted thing on my eyes when I'm tossing and turning that lulls me back to sleep. The shape of it is a bit weird — it's not a typical eye mask; it's much bulkier and doesn't fasten on in the same way, but once you get beyond that, this can really be a beautiful thing. I keep it on my bedside table and use it if I wake up in the middle of the night and can't go back to sleep (which happens often) or once the sun rises and I want to sleep in a little more. If you have sleep issues I'd recommend trying this novel product." —Veronicam Get it from Amadon for $38 (available in 11 colors). Nodpod is a female-founded small brand making just, well, NodPods. And remember, like with any retinol (that actually works) *just do not use it every day.* Start slow and work yourself up if needed, paying attention to your skin. Promising review: "I bought this for my teenager to use for his acne scars, but he ended up not using it. I ran out of my Murad retinol serum, so I gave this a try. I actually like it better than the Murad! It absorbs quickly, with zero smell or irritation. As with any retinol product, be sure to wear sunscreen when you're going to be outside." —C. Munsterman Promising review: "This stuff is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! I posted before-and-after photos (above) for you to see for yourself! My 1996 Toyota Camry is 23 years old — this is the original carpet! It took me exactly three hours to clean this carpet and I will tell you this: IT WAS WORTH IT!" —treylee It has six speeds — up to 24 feet per second velocity — and three modes. It's sleek and narrow, so it won't take up a ton of space in your room, and it looks surprisingly cool! It comes with a remote control so you can turn it on from your bed. Promising review: "One year later and still loving it! I get hot incredibly easily — especially while sleeping. And my sleep has substantially improved since purchasing this fan. It says “quiet” but it still has that light white-noise that I love hearing when I sleep. But more than that, this fan has been a life saver time and time again! When the A/C has stopped in my medium-sized apartment, this tower fan has kept a room manageably cool all by itself. It’s so easy just to lift and drop in any room! And it really makes the hot southern summers more bearable! I have never regretted buying this fan once within the year of my owning it. In fact, I’ve instead remarked to my husband how buying this fan has been one of my best purchases!" —trinitymal Promising review: "I hate being cold in the winter, especially my head. It gives me a huge headache and makes me miserable. CARHARRT to the rescue! Affordable price and great quality. I live in the Northeast region of the US, and it does get cold and sometimes windy. With this beanie, I am as warm as can be. Highly suggested. Highly rated. Unisex and comfy fit" —Maria Promising review: "I got this to keep my head warm in the wintertime, as I loathe being cold, and this definitely does the job at keeping my head warm and toasty during the wintertime. Definite must have in the winter gear!!" —Amber Hurd Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in one size and 35 colors). They also make a satin-lined version to help protect your hair! Get it from Amazon for $24.99. Watch this parent share why this sleep trainer is one of their "best parenting hacks" in this TikTok. Promising review: "My 2-year-old started getting up at 6:30 instead of 7:30 and was ready for the day. I saw this on TikTok, so I ordered it and explained to him how if Mella is red, we have to sleep, and when Mella turns green, it’s time to play. The first night, he sat up a couple times in the night and looked at it and laid back down. We’ve been using it for almost a week, and he stays in bed until it’s green without any crying or complaining, so it fixed my problem so fast! You do have to toggle the night light on to red if you want it in all night. You could choose other colors, too, but red and green worked well since he has a car seat with red and green stop lights, so easy connection. Anyways, I highly recommend it! He loves to check on Mella during the day and see if it’s asleep." —Mpt2 Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors). Promising review: "I seriously can't believe how well these little tablets work. I had the most disgusting HydroFlask coffee mug — I tried everything. Bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, EVERYTHING, and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. It grossed me out so much that I bought ANOTHER HydroFlask to replace it. Now eventually they both got black inside, so I tried these little magic tablets. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out COMPLETELY, without even scrubbing. They look brand new. What a magical product. No weird smell or taste afterward, either. I liked it so much I used it on another HydroFlask I use primarily to hold my Bloody Mary mix in the fridge. I couldn't put anything else in it because it would always taste like spicy tomato juice. Bottle Bright to the rescue! No residual smell or taste anymore. AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING." —Amazon Customer Promising review: "🍿 The Best Purchase of All Time! 🍿 This has been, without a doubt, the single BEST purchase I've made in years! The Dash SmartStore Deluxe Stirring Popcorn Maker is an absolute marvel. In less than five minutes, you go from having kernels to a huge bowl of hot, perfectly popped, cinema-quality popcorn. The stirrer works magic to ensure every single kernel pops. Supreme quality, ultra-fast performance, and it works exactly (or better) than described! Zero regrets, absolutely essential, and I recommend it 1000%!" —Pedro Espinal Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in three colors). Promising review: "I saw this all over TikTok/Instagram and decided to buy it because I have a lot of sebaceous filaments on my chin and nose. It's a little expensive, but I took a gamble: it works! You can physically see the sebaceous filaments come out of your pores; it is not the product bunching up. My problem areas were so much smoother after using and left with a moisturized glow. I then proceeded to have my boyfriend use this product to see if it worked this well on everyone on the first try, and it worked on his nose as well. Amazing stuff 🩷" —Losa Promising review: "I have hyperpigmentation and oily skin. I feel this product regulates my oil production, and it helps my makeup look so flawless. 10/10." —MissKayMae Get it from Amazon for $23.88 (also available in a smaller size). It has 32 volume levels, so you can find the perfect balance and continuous play or an auto-off timer to shut off after 1, 2, or 3 hours. And the memory function automatically stores your previous volume, sound, and timer options, so you don't have to reset it! Promising review: "The perfect white noise machine! In general I sleep like garbage. Constantly wake up during the night, toss and turn without being able to go back to sleep very well. I get ringing in my ears sometimes and the silence during the night doesn’t help. I got the best night's sleep I’ve had in ages last night with this incredible device. It’s very lightweight and compact so would be perfect for travel. It has a wall outlet but can also be plugged into a USB port, so it’s very convenient. The sound quality and volume adjustments are excellent. You can set it on a timer or let it run infinitely. It’s very easy to operate and comes with good instructions. All of the sounds are perfect for calming background noise, sleep, relaxation, meditation etc. I look forward to getting many more nights of good sleep with this running in the background! I rarely write product reviews but I definitely wanted to take the time to write this one, I highly, highly recommend this product!!" —L Stevens Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to make weeding easy. Promising review: "Stop looking. Buy this weeding tool. If you have weeds, plus a bad back or knees, you need this tool. Very high quality. Makes ridding the lawn of dandelions a breeze and zero chemicals !" —Life in NE WA State Promising review: "If you’re like me, you’re wondering if spending $40 on a gardening tool is worth it. My friends, IT IS. I’ve been eyeing this tool for some time now and finally pulled the trigger, and I’m beating myself up for not doing it sooner. I have pulled 10 gallons of dandelions out of my yard in about two hours. This is pure magic. It’s actually fun to pull weeds. In the past, I would try to rid myself of dandelions with broadleaf spray, but it never worked, and I wasted my money. This works every time and cuts chemical use! Win-win! Just buy it already and thank yourself later!" —Amy Grampa's Gardenware Co. is a small, family-owned business based in Oregon making tools for gardening. They've been making this tool since 1913! Check out a TikTok of the taming wand in action. For thicker or curlier hair types, you might want a stronger gel formulation, like Mielle's rosemary mint strengthening edge gel. Promising review: "I’ve tried numerous products for taming baby hairs, especially post-partum, and this is hands down the best thing I’ve tried. It also smells incredible! Love the size of the styling wand!" —Completely happy customer! Promising review: "I always skeptical of products that claim to 'glide through,' but this brush actually works! I have very thick kinky coily hair and this brush passes through my hair easily both wet and dry. I'd recommend this product to anyone looking for a good detangling brush. And yes, I'm leaving my Denman brush for this one." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in 10 colors). BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Amanda Davis says: "So, I have about three pairs of shoes that have just been sitting in my closet because while they are sooo so cute, the leather was too tight for my foot to comfortably get inside 'em. Did I return them? Nope. (We all know the hassle of online returns, right?) Instead I bought this shoe stretch spray on a whim. I didn't expect much but WOW! The shoes that took me a minute of struggling to get into fit *perfectly* now!! The process was as simple as could be, too. I just sprayed my shoes (inside and out, heel to toe) like there was no tomorrow, I put on some semi-thick socks (just to ensure I had ample room later), and wore the shoes around my house for about 30–40 minutes. As I was walking around, I could literally feel them begin to loosen up. After about 30 minutes, I took my shoes and thick socks off, and the shoes just ~slide~ on. Easy Peasy. Now I have a new favorite pair of shoes and zero dollars have been wasted. I tried these with a pair of chunky leather loafers, but I can only imagine what they'll do for my pair of Doc Martens — the boots known to take a while to break into. This stuff is a must!" A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match. Promising review: "This plus a Scrub Daddy is a cleaner's heaven. This stuff is amazing. I like this way more than the spray version of it, I think the clay deep cleans way better and I don't have to use as much. It smells kind of like clay, too, but it's not a bad smell. I've always hated cleaning the oven but this makes it an ease." —Jaiden Promising review: "Had stains in the bathtub I could not remove for years. First time using this, the stains are gone. Pretty easy to use with Scrubb Daddy. I hate cleaning. This is a miracle product for me. And no I did not get paid to write this review. If you want stains gone from your bathtub use this. Your life will be made so much easier. Don't believe me. I don't care. Your loss, not mine." —Patricia C Tinney Promising review: "These socks are soft, warm and comfy even in sub-freezing temperatures. What more can you ask? I have four pair now and will be sure to always have at least that many, I HATE it when my toes are cold!" —Kittycat Promising review: "Without exaggeration, these socks are life changing. My feet are always cold especially at night, and these are the first socks I've ever found that I can wear to bed comfortably and not need several pairs. I also wear them in my winter boots for added warmth. The only thing I wish was that they were a bit less bulky — I can wear them in my winter boots because I sized up for that reason, but my regular boots are too snug with them." —Jessica Get two pairs from Amazon for $21.99 (available in 14 color packs). Promising review: "Years ago a massage therapist I went to used a cream at my temples that helped greatly with headaches & nausea. I have tried to find that scent for years. THIS IS IT!! I use it daily on my temples & the back of neck just below my hairline. It helps 100% with the nausea I suffer from meds I take. Many of my headaches I can prevent from going to a migraine by applying again at start of headache. I take so many meds because of autoimmune disease's that I like not having to pop another pill for my headaches. I am the most skeptical person you will find when it comes to homeopathic or oils etc., but this works!!" —DVS Check out a BuzzFeed Shopping editor's review to learn more about why she loves this! Promising review: "This stuff is good for those with turkey necks. Lost weight, got the turkey neck, saw some videos on TikTok for this product. I've been using it twice a day, a.m. and p.m., for a few days now, but I noticed a significant improvement just after the first time using it. Glad I gave it a shot! 🙌" —Jennifer Aubrey Promising review: "My dry neck and the annoying itchiness I used to experience have completely gone away after using this cream. It’s not only soothing, but it also feels like it’s really nourishing my skin. The firming benefits are a bonus! I highly recommend this product to anyone dealing with dryness or discomfort in their neck and chest area. It’s become a must-have in my skincare routine." —JAcosta Get it from Amazon for $11.97 (also available in a two-pack). Promising review: "Have wanted a travel pillow forever! Took a chance on this. Oh my gosh, it’s amazing! It forms to my neck and no matter which way I turn my head, I can fall asleep instantly. This is so much better than standard travel pillows. One of my best Amazon purchases to date!" —Lauren Grubb Get it from Amazon for $44.97 (available in 16 colors and four sizes: two for adults and two for kids). Fun fact: this also won our pick for best mid-price travel pillow! You can fix fraying wires, hang pictures (without a nail), create ergonomic grips on tools, and soooooo much more. Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING! It is so easy to use. I recently used it to repair drawers on my 18 year old daughters dresser. It’s made from pressed cardboard, and the bottoms of the drawers kept popping out from the bottom because she kept overstuffing them with clothes. I put some moldable glue along the edges where the bottom piece attaches to the drawer, and VOILA! No more problems! I also used it in my dishwasher, (I’m renting a condo temporarily) on the top rack. The top rack had and end piece missing, and the rack kept coming out every time I went to load the dishwasher. So I put some of the moldable glue on the end, I let it cure overnight, and used it in the morning. It’s been great ever since!" —KevinN Promising review: "First off I just wanted to say I love this product, and it is so flexible with all the different things that you could make and do with it. I personally used some on my keys to my house, to make them bigger and easier for me to grip with my carpal tunnel. Honestly, I think this product is a fabulous way to increase accessibility for all sorts of different things in every day life. For example, I was thinking about using some to make a more comfortable grip for one of my pens for when I take notes notes." –JJanss Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $26.35 (available in six sets of colors). Promising review: "Amazing product! I've suffered with KP on my arms for 15 years and nothing helped. This product didn't just help, it completely cleared it away! I noticed a big difference after just one use and a month later of using it 2 times a week my arms are smooth and I'm no longer embarrassed of them. I'm so excited! This product has changed my life!" —Sherrie Ruiz Get an eight-ounce tube from Amazon for $30 (also available in smaller and larger sizes). Promising review: "As many folks have said, have all the things you need (gloves, phone, shower head, etc.) at hand when you apply this freaking miracle. I have heels like a busted can of biscuits, and I don't have much faith in any product. Any trip to the salon is basically worthless for my calluses. So I soaked my feet and dried them. Applied the gel and waited. Rinsed and started using my rasp. I have NEVER seen so much skin come off. And it just kept coming. I rinsed and put lotion on, then slept in thick socks. My feet are so soft! Game changer." —VR Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a two-pack). Promising review: "I’m not a big review writer but I had to write one about this polish! Now, it has only been a few days but so far it has been the best nail polish I have ever used! I was hesitant because it’s way more than I have ever spent on a nail polish. But it is so worth it. I don’t know why it seems so different but it was easy to apply and looks as good as when I get a manicure. I have never had that when I have done my own nails! So far, I am hooked!" —jenc Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in six shades). Londontown is a woman-owned, family-run business btw! Just twist the bottom, and paint onto your teeth. Each pen has 20 uses, and you can see how much you've used through the handy transparent tube! Promising review: "I have used so many products before and this is the best so far! I even got a whitening kit from my dentist which is supposed to be very effective but it only burned my gums and the whitening wasn’t as fast as this product. I bought this just because it was not expensive and had good reviews but didn’t have any hopes it would work because it was a lot more affordable than the Dr’s kit that cost me hundreds of dollars. It is very easy to use. It actually works even after first application. It doesn’t burn gums. It doesn’t make your teeth sensitive." —Melinda Promising review: "I am not a wine specialist, but I know what I like and buy very good wine at very reasonable prices. I did a taste test to see if I could notice a difference. Sipped some wine out of the bottle left to breathe for a couple of minutes; then some wine poured through the aerator and sipped immediately. The difference is VERY NOTABLE, even to my untrained palate. The wine tasted fresher, smoother, less harsh and more flavorful! I no longer drink reds without using these. And if I forget, I pour the wine back in the bottle and attach the aerator. Another nice feature? There are no wine drops coming down the side of the aerator, so no more risk of dripping onto a tablecloth or a shirt." —J. Long Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.95 (available in two colors). Watch this mom explain why this tool has been a game-changer in this TikTok. Promising review: "I got this because I have three kids, and since I have captain chairs, my 4-year-old sits in the third row. I can toss it back to him after I’ve parked or when I’m in the carpool line and he can unbuckle himself and then unbuckle his siblings and I don’t have to climb in the car. It’s GREAT! I also like how it doesn’t attach to the car seat like some similar products, and I can keep it up front while the car is moving. So much safer!" —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in seven colors). A lot of reviewers who have also tried Cosrx and Nexcare patches prefer these! Promising review: "I’ve tried so many brands of pimple spots, and these are hands-down the best on the market. I’m a performer at Walt Disney World, and a clear complexion is required. Last night, I put these on a few acne problems (a small cyst, a Whitehead, and a pimple I shouldn’t have picked and has been a bump for about three weeks now.) I just woke up and am writing this review in disbelief. THEY'RE FLAT! Gone! All of them! I could cry I’m so happy. The packaging is also ideal, because it allows you to conveniently and easily peel the stickers off without stretching them out or folding them back on themselves. Do yourself and your complexion a huge favor! Have these on hand for a stubborn zit when you really need help. Make sure you apply them to completely clean and dry skin." —Caitlyn Get the box of 40 round patches from Amazon for $8.49. OR try their large, rectangular size to tackle multiple pimples at once. Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $7. Promising review: "I was skeptical when buying these because I usually prefer glass food storage containers and these are plastic; however, they are a sturdy plastic and work great. I soak my Costco blueberries in white vinegar and water for about 15 minutes, rinse, pat dry, and then store them in these containers. Ten days later, they are still completely fresh — no mold, no smell, no mush. I can finally buy club-size produce without wasting it." —E&N Miranda Get a set of three from Amazon for $26.23. Check out our full review of these game-changing containers! Promising review: "Holy Moly, this stuff is great. It was super easy to apply. You can see right through it like glass. You barely notice it's there on first glance. And I noticed an immediate difference in temperature. I'm in Boston in a drafty triple decker and my last heating Bill was $250. This is going to save me so much money!" —Stephanie Aquino Get a five-window kit from Amazon for $16.99. Promising review: "Yes, it’s weird. I laughed (to myself) when I got one as a baby gift. Then my baby got her first rash and after wrestling a diaper closed with fingers covered in diaper cream I remembered this and oh boy what a lifesaver. It applies cream evenly and wipes clean. I now have two and will probably buy a third for the diaper bag. It’s also nice for people who have sensory issues or are new to diaper-changing. Yes it’s weird, but it’s also crazy useful." —jp Promising review (it's long but worth it): "I have seen the commercials for others with claims of removing odors (and tried them too) but I have used this for years and will continue too use it. Zero Odor works where all others have failed. The first time I used it we were clean out an apartment to prepare it for new people and the prior tenants had cats...what a strong, offensive odor they left behind. I thought nothing would work and we would have to completely refinish the entire area and that would have cost a fortune, well Zero Odor was a last ditch effort because we had tried about seven or eight other things already, from chemical cleaners (hours of labor) to every type of spray I could find and none of them even put a dent in it, a few masked it for about an hour but that was all they did. I purchased Zero Odor specifically for this problem area, I sprayed everything, walls, floor, ceiling and the closet too. We came back the next day and it was totally free of any odors at al, it was 100% clear and clean. Keep mind the placed smelled so bad before that we had to keep the windows open, well Zero Odor became a part of my cleaning kit from that day on and I will never go without it. This one works, plain and simple. I have no idea how but when everything else failed Zero Odor did it and continues to time after time. Let the others claim whatever they want but this product does exactly what it says with no compromise, not even a hint of the old odor is left behind. No way around this one, it's great stuff." —Stonington Get a pack of three bottle sizes from Amazon for $29.95. Promising review: "Don't get me wrong — my wedding ring was gorgeous before. It did sparkle and still made me smile every day. However...after using this..*oh my goodness*! After one use of the Diamond Dazzle Stik..my ring is absolutely breathtaking! I knew my ring got dirty now and then, simply from sweating and being outside in the elements. However, I never realized just how much dinge and schmutz marred my beautiful diamond until I cleaned it. It literally took my breath away with its fiery, dazzling brilliance! My wedding ring is something that always makes my heart beat a little faster: for its beauty, for what it represents...and now, my smile is even bigger and my heart skips a beat a little more as I gaze upon this amazing clarity. It is an amazing value with mind-blowing, beautiful results!" —liltreeclimber Promising review: "What kind of sorcery is this? It is magical; it keeps guac fresh for days! I buy the 'homemade' stuff from the supermarket and switch it into here, and you can keep it fresh for a really long time. Wish I'd bought this sooner; it was worth every penny!" —stardust Promising review: "I cannot believe this works so well! I'm a huge guac on toast person, but how unappealing is brown guacamole? Received this on Saturday, made a batch on Sunday, and it was still beautifully green and tasty six days later! My standard batch perfectly fits six medium avocados, plus the fixings. Happy girl here!" —Amazon Customer Promising review: "Can't say enough good things about this product. I have a family of four and would frequently have to snake our shower drain, it appears I won't be having that problem ever again. I even give my dog baths and this collects the hair. It does not seem to slow down the flow of water down the drain significantly. I'm very impressed having been using around a month. You don't know how much hair you wash down your drain until you use this!" —Aaron Morlock Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in six colors). Check out BuzzFeed's Tubshroom review for all the deets (and more ~hair raising~ pics). Promising review: "I'll admit i was a little skeptical about this but bought it due to all of the good reviews and research I did. It seemed almost too simple, if that makes sense. But yes, it really is that easy to work it and you definitely hear the clicks when you're got it sealed up. It is very easy to take the stopper back out as well. I highly recommend this. I also don't think it would be too hard for someone with arthritis, since you can grip the handle on the unit well and even the last pump or two it doesn't take too much force." —Celinenme Get a vacuum sealer, plus two stoppers from Amazon for $22.60 (also available in different multipacks and colors). Promising review: "I was a little skeptical about this product and its effectiveness of working, BUT holy moly....I have been using this for a week in the bikini area and airrmpit area and in grown hairs have disappeared and also the dark spots on my skin has also started to disappear slowly as well. This product definitely works and I will keep purchasing this. FYI, when first applying, it does sting a little bit and creates a little sticky residue when drying, but it creates a smooth area, and nothing can't be fixed with a little bit of body butter/lotion." —Kristina All you have to do is apply with a cloth, wait 20 minutes (perfect time for a mid-cleaning snack!) and wipe off the excess. Promising review: "I thought our table was a lost cause, needing to be completely refinished to get back to its beautiful glow. We'd tried everything to get water marks, scratches, and sun fading out of our table and nothing lasted once the product dried -- UNTIL THIS! Not to be overdramatic but I was FLOORED by how well this worked. One coat and its ALLLL fixed! It looks like new again. I cannot praise this product enough." —Kirsten They dim 50-80% of the light, so you can still tell that your devices are still actually *on* and functioning. You can always double them up to completely block out the light source if you'd like (many reviewers do this) or buy the stronger **full black-out** edition! Promising review: "This is the best thing you never knew you needed. I own a digital clock with the numbers displayed in red LED light, and every night I've blocked the light with a cover so it doesn't shine in my eyes as I sleep. Silly I know, but I like my room pitch black and cave-like. On a whim I bought this product. OH MY GOD! Game changer!! For the first night EVER I didn't have to cover the clock display before I went to bed!! I had no idea how big a difference this little dimmer could make, but I'm more than pleased with the result. I can still see the time display just fine, but now my room is a happy cave! Some commenters argue you could get the same effect using electrical tape, regular tape covered in sharpie, etc, but true to the name of these products if you're looking for something to DIM, then this is for you. Also the product is easy to remove and doesn't leave a sticky residue at all, which can't be said for most tapes. I did notice a slight lag in response when I covered my TV LED sensor, so if you're trying to block something that actually senses inputs I would maybe not suggest this. Other than that, excellent product!" —Amazon Customer Get a sheet of over 100 dimming stickers (in multiple sizes and shapes) from Amazon for $1.49. Promising review: "I never write reviews for things, but this mascara was just so great I felt like I had to! I love lashes, and my friends are used to me wearing thick coats of mascara at all times. Despite this, I got complimented on my lashes basically every time I wore this mascara this week. Multiple people even asked if I had extensions! This mascara isn't clumpy at all, and makes your lashes super long and defined without sticking them together. I've never had any problems with flaking, and although it isn't waterproof, I've definitely used eyedrops, shed a tear, and gotten stuck in rain without them smudging or running down my face. All in all this is my new holy grail mascara, and I'm thrilled!!" —Sophie Johnson Get it from Amazon for $13.95 (available in four colors). Promising review: "If you like it not just clean but super clean, get this. I got this to detail my car. There are a lot of corners inside the car that are hard to clean. This is fun and definitely will give you a lot of satisfaction after you are done. You cannot wash this so instead of using the whole pod, I just pinch and use part of it. I did not put the used one back since I do not want to contaminate the pure clean ones. I used the portion till it is too dirty and then I just threw it away. It will clean the tiniest place for you. Very satisfying." —Lovelearn Promising review: "I CANNOT emphasize enough that this stuff works MAGIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I had taken before photos, because when I say magic, I mean UTTER WITCHCRAFT. The caulking around my tub was staining moldy, but a little hit of this and it was GLOWING WHITE like we had just recaulked. I recommended it to my aunt, whose house was built in the 1970s so her tub caulking stains were over 40 years in the making, and she was going to pay someone to come in to strip the caulk and do it over new. I told her no need — just use some of this stuff! Worked like witchcraft AGAIN!!!! Her caulking is also glowing white now, and she's recommending it to HER friends now!!! This stuff is so good, you'll recommend it to everyone you know. No caulking stains are too deep for this!!!!!!" —Amazon Customer Btw, the scents claim to be allergy-friendly, and that's backed up by reviewers. And if your home's ~aesthetic~ doesn't go with a candle that screams "pet," one reviewer notes the label peels off easily! Promising review: "Oh my gosh, these things are wonderful!!! With two large dogs in the home, I feel like I'm fighting a constant battle against funky dog smell. Light these up, and rest assured, the smell is vanquished. Even better, it helps quickly battle the unfortunate smells created when our older dog has accidents in the home. I feel so much more confident having guests in the home not worrying that my house smells like "dog." The con is the price — yes, these are way more expensive than some other candles. However, you definitely get your money's worth. I burn them pretty frequently for a few hours at a time, and they're still going after two months!" —Smith Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in 14 scents). Check out a BuzzFeed Shopping editor's review for more info. Promising review: "I thought this stuff was a bunch of BS, I was like pssh what a waste of $8 ON AMAZON FOR THIS LITTLE THING. Well, I put it on today on spots where my flats rub off the skin. My feet survived an entire day, INTACT! Highly recommend. This product made wearing shoes that rub on your ankles/backs of your feet doable!!!!" —Jamie Promising review: "I don’t write many reviews, but when something blows my mind like this, I have to! Not only did this remove an enormous amount of hair from my drain, it took less than 30 seconds to do so! I didn’t really read the instructions, but it’s pretty straightforward. Stuck it in the drain, cranked the handle, pulled it out. Voila, no more hair! Buy it! You won’t be disappointed." —Linsey Barbieri I bought these myself earlier this year and they're all I wear at home. Especially when cooking or baking, these babies help cushion my feet on hard floors so they don't ache! Promising review: "Wow!!! Best slides I’ve ever had. I have designer slides and these surpass. True to size.They are super light but sturdy to walk, even on grass and on uneven side walk. Used them to walk my dogs and don’t get my feet dirty because of the wedge height. I’ve put them to the test and I’m Ordering in more colors and a back up pair. They are also stylish so they look cute to wear out. Ordered the orange which is like a camel color. Highly recommend!!!" —Krizia Promising review: "Best Amazon purchase I’ve made! I have spondylilothesis and spinal stenosis, so I get horrible back, leg and foot pains. This literally helps relieve my pain while I’m working standing on my feet. They are super cute I get tons of compliments on them and they are breathable, lightweight and easy to keep clean. Perfect for Hawaii weather! 💁🏽♀️ There are other brands that look like this but don’t be fooled THIS is the brand that is the most comfortable I have other brands and they don’t cut it!" —Chelsea Proenza Get them from Amazon for $24.99 (available in women's sizes 5-12 and 29 colors). Promising review: "I’ve tried other (and cheaper) bias lighting options, and by far this one is the best. I have a 27” monitor and bought the 30” to 40” version of the Luminoodle and used every inch of it on the back of my monitor. I probably didn’t need to, but I enjoy have bright bias lighting, and if it gets too bright I can always dim it. Set up was easy “plug and play”, and the adhesive is very strong, the other bias lighting options I tried kept falling off when my monitor got warm, but this stuff sticks very well and hasn’t fallen off. Best bias lighting option I've tried!" —Angel Eyes Promising review: "THE BEST MONEY EVER SPENT!!! JUST GET IT!!!" —saylthecell Get it from Amazon for $6.48 (available in seven sizes). Read more about how a lack of arch support can aggravate plantar fasciitis at the American Podiatric Medical Association. Promising review: "When it comes to products like this I am usually skeptical. However, I have had a bad case of plantar fasciitis for a couple of months now and it has gotten pretty bad in the last two weeks. I was looking for more support I could have in the summer as I like to wear my Chacos. I put this product on as soon as it arrived and immediately the pressure was alleviating some of the pain. Through the course of the day my pain has lessened considerably. Of course, I have a long while to go with healing as all my weight was put on my left side which also recently began to be uncomfortable. I am excited to see how this product continues to work in the next couple of days as I will be going to Universal Studios next week and need my walking feet. I would recommend this to anyone who is suffering from chronic plantar fasciitis, I was able to walk around normally today with the product on. I am truly impressed, thank you!" —Monica Idec Just tuck the corners of your flat or fitted sheet into the holes to prevent tangling and twisting aaaand (according to the manufacturer...and backed up by reviewers) improve dry time by 75%!!!!!!!! Promising review: "Best purchase! You wouldn't think a small product like this could make a difference, but it makes a world of difference! I am amazed and so glad I found these. Gone are the days of wet clothes being wrapped up in sheets, or having to continuously check the dryer to untangle sheets. I will be purchasing more of these for myself and buying some as gifts!" —Becca Wad-Free is a small biz, and their products are made in the USA. Promising review: "I was excited but skeptical about this product but I just used them for 4 loads of laundry and they are awesome! I would normally have used about 20 dryer sheets but I just used the dryer balls instead. My clothing, towels and sheets came out of the dryer wrinkle free, soft and no static cling. I am buying the lavender essential oil to try. I used to spend quite a bit of money on fabric softeners and fragrance boosters. I am thrilled not to have to add a bunch of chemicals. The scent is lovely and clean even without adding the oil. Best purchase of the year." —mskrippers Woolzies is a small business, and these dryer balls are made in New Zealand from 100% wool, and they're hypoallergenic and safe for people with wool allergies! For an extra boost of scent, you can add your favorite essential oil to the balls too! Just sprinkle a packet of the power into your *hot* oil, wait for it to cool down...and toss! FryAway is available in two sizes: Pan Fry (which comes with four packets each capable of solidifying two cups of oil each) or Deep Fry (which comes with two packets, each capable of solidifying eight cups of oil each). Promising review: "Honestly I didn’t know if this would work, waiting for it to cool down made me nervous, but once it was at room temperature it was solid. It popped out of the fryer so nicely. Worth every penny." —Emma FryAway is a woman-owned and Latina-owned small business, and they donate 1% of revenue to nonprofits focused on water conservation. 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. This piece is by Maitland Quitmeyer, a deputy editorial director on the BuzzFeed Shopping team — she's been a shopping editor so long, she remembers when Prime Day was just one day. She's spent the better part of a decade finding, vetting, and writing about products (and deals!), from no-nonsense toilet cleaners to the best mascaras to genius ideas that'll win your next gift exchange.