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When friends come over and see your banana hanger and your smell your ~daisy~ hand soap, they’re all going to get obsessed with them, too.

As a Senior Shopping Writer at BuzzFeed, I specialize in a broad range of topics, including beauty, cleaning, fashion, personal care, home, fitness, and my beloved “TikTok made me buy it.” My work has been featured across lifestyle and writing publications during my ten years in the digital media space, including Bustle, HuffPost, HelloGiggles, and The Washington Post.

Check out a TikTok of the rainbow Astercook knife set in action. 

Promising review: "These things are SHARP! Lol. Nice, clean, easy cutting. Have zero problems cutting into anything. Watch those fingers! I haven't worked with such sharp knives in a while, and these will bite if you're not super careful. But I also like to sharpen knives after almost every use as well. Sheath is a must-use for safety. Very durable, handles well. I haven't experienced any rust, and they're comfortable to use. And the colors are a nice contrast to the bland everyday of regular knife sets." —Shawna

Promising review: "This product, my drill, and the flat sponge type cleaning pad were the only thing that worked transforming this very dirty tub into cleaner than clean. Very little muscle power necessary. A little goes a long way. It takes off the worst of things and leaves a kind of ceramic coat behind. It’s amazing." —Glinda

I am OBSESSED with Maldon Sea Salt flakes — I love to put them in olive oil for dipping bread, on top of any chocolate dessert, on any kind of potato or cheese dish. Every time I think to put it on something new, my brain does a little high-five with my mouth. 

Promising review: "This is elite salt. Fancy without being pretentious. The flakes are perfect for finishing, adding that satisfying little crunch and flavor pop to everything from steaks to chocolate chip cookies and buttered sourdough toast. Yes, toast. Trust me. The tub is massive and resealable, which keeps it fresh and easy to use. If you’re into flavor, this is the salt upgrade your pantry didn’t know it needed." —Alyn Reads

Check out a TikTok of the Dawn Powerwash Spray to see it in action! 

I've lived on my own for a long time now, so even when I've had a dishwasher, it's made more sense to wash individual dishes and put them away. This stuff is SO quick and effective at clearing up grime and burnt and caked-on food (I am an AVID eater of burnt cheese). Now that I'm a mom, I love this stuff even more — Dawn Powerwash is surprisingly great at getting spit-up stains out of furniture and items I can't put in the washing machine (like the mesh on a hand-me-own Snoo!). A lot of parents swear by it for getting poop and food stains out of baby clothes, too. 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this spray: "I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well." 

Get the starter pack from Amazon for $8.44.  

Bottle Bright is a small business that specializes in effortless bottle cleaning products. 

Promising review: "Saw this on TikTok and gave it a try. May I say the results were golden! My husband uses the same Yeti everyday for coffee and the inside was stained pretty bad. I put this tablet in, gave it a wash and it looks brand new!!!!!!! Also took away that coffee smell!" —Kelsey

Promising review: "I absolutely love this hand soap! The Daisy scent is fresh, clean, and just the right amount of floral without being overpowering. It smells like spring in a bottle — light, uplifting, and refreshing. It makes washing my hands feel like a little pick-me-up every time. I’ve been using Meyer’s Clean Day hand soaps for a while, and this is definitely one of my favorite scents. The formula is gentle yet effective, leaving my hands feeling clean and soft without drying them out." —Mel G. 

Get it from Amazon for $4.89 (available in various scents and sizes). 

Check out a TikTok of the banana hanger in action. 

Promising review: "I recently purchased this folding banana hook hanger, and it has been a great addition to my kitchen! The design is clever and space-saving, allowing me to easily fold it away when not in use. It keeps my bananas fresh and prevents them from bruising, which is a big plus. The hanger is sturdy and well-made, ensuring it can hold a bunch of bananas without any issues. Highly recommend for anyone looking to organize their kitchen and keep their fruit in great condition!" —Challas Gordman

Get it from Amazon for $7.19 (available in four colors and in packs of two). 

Promising review: "I bought this to wash baby bottles and pump supplies. Good build and does not feel cheap. I like that it is collapsible for storage, and it has a drain on the bottom, which makes it super convenient to drain after a soak. I can fit a lot in the tub for soaking." —Lacey D. 

Promising review: "This is the best knock-off Scrub Daddy/Mommy. It cleans just like the original, doesn't scratch your pans, and gets all the grease and baked-on dirt that’s left on your plates, pots, or pans. Works well and activates to soft when under hot water or hard when under cold water. Easy to use and doesn’t smell. Rinses the food or grease off with no problem. Hopefully, they do not go up in price. I received three cute smiley face sponges that have eyebrows, so they would definitely fit on your Scrub Daddy suction cup if you have one. This is now my go-to sponge for dishes, bathroom cleaning, and my baseboards." —Deeva

Get a set of three from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in eight styles). 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Maitland Quitmeyer has to say about it: I bought this for my white porcelain kitchen sink and I've since texted five people about it, which is really a lot for such a boring grown-up product. It cleans beautifully, but the *best* thing about it is its ability to repel stains after cleaning. You know that thing when you rinse out your coffee cup and the coffee water just lingers in your sink, and you have to purposefully rinse it out for two minutes? You don't have to do that — the coffee can't stick to the sink and just goes RIGHT down the drain. Time saved, sink clean — this is really a Virgo dream product right here.

Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok. I was skeptical, as not everything that blows up works as well as they say. But after trying so many different sink cleaners, I was ready to give this a try. I followed the directions exactly on the bottle, and the results were instant. I will not go back to any other cleaner for my sink." —lexidan

Check out a TikTok of the Bella toaster in action. 

Psst — if you're looking to save space in your kitchen and don't want to sacrifice on aesthetic, check out Bella's matching line of compact, affordable kitchen appliances! 

There are three reasons I love this toaster: One, I have a small NYC kitchen and very little appliance real estate. Two, I love love love giant slices of sourdough toast, and this is one of the only toasters long enough to fit an entire slice and toast it all at once. And three, it is VERY cute. I've toasted just about everything a person can toast in this gizmo, and she's done a great job every time. I can't believe how useful it is at this price point! 

BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly loves this too: "I didn't have enough space for a toaster before I discovered it from our BF Shopping stories! Before that I was turning on the oven for a single piece of breakfast toast, which I think we can all agree was a bit silly." 

Promising review: "The narrow width of this toaster helps free up real estate on my small countertop, plus it accommodates two slices of toast, English muffins or bagels as well as a regular width toaster. It comes in a beautiful teal color which I love. And the three toast levels ensure you don’t burn food and the quality of the toast is just right — from light to brown. I highly recommend it!" —Joyce Hill

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five styles and two other sizes). 

Promising review: "Just the right size for grabbing things out of my toaster oven and microwave. Easy to hold onto handles and without handles. Not too thick, but I felt no heat, easy to wash off, good value, and quality item. Wish I’d bought sooner." —Bonny Anne

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in six styles). 

Febu is a small business that specializes in earth-friendly, non-toxic home products. 

Promising review: "I love these! I have used these for years instead of a sponge or a dishrag. They hold up great, mop up crumbs and spills quickly, can be popped in the dishwasher to clean, and bring a bit of color to the sink area in my otherwise neutral kitchen." —Wynnefred

Get a set of five from Amazon for $14.95 (available in 14 very pretty sets). 

Promising review: "It’s so awesome. I’ve had it for a year now and still working great. Lots of ports. Well-made, and it fits perfectly. So easy to install." —privs

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four styles). 

Promising review: "This is one of the best coffee makers I have bought. I almost passed this up since I don’t think of Keurig as a high-end brand, but my last one was, and this is better. It is well designed, easy to use, and the pot pours well, never leaking. You have options for strong and cold brews, and the time to brew a full pot is remarkably fast. I grind my own beans; this uses a basket filter, and the coffee comes out fresh and flavorful. If I don’t feel like a whole pot, I have the option of brewing a single cup, which is super convenient. It’s not fancy, but it does the job beautifully, is a pleasure to use and clean, and is nice looking to boot. I am pleasantly surprised." —DCR

Promising review: "I don't know what it is about these, but putting one down my sink and watching the foamy bubbles come up is SO satisfying. Really scratches an itch that I didn't even realize I had. I read about these in some article about popular products on TikTok and wanted to try them because my garbage disposal had not been smelling super lately. They did not disappoint! Super easy to use and leaves the disposal smelling fresh." —Liz R. 

Promising review: "These are the best for half of any round fruit or vegetable. I'm loving them and [that there's] no more messing around with so many small plastic bags. They don't seem to pick up the smell of onions either, which is a big plus! Easy to open and close, keep food fresh, and seem to be durable. I've had them for a few months now and I'm going to give some away as gifts to family and friends!" —Amazon Customer 

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors).

Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets. 

Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. 

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 $26.99+ (available in four styles and in four colors). 

I bought this like a decade later than I should have, and it is as miraculous as everyone says. I am a chaos demon with four different sets of cutlery mashed together that took up way too much room and were too disorganized, since they were different shapes. This streamlined them all in an instant and got me half my kitchen drawer back — and I'm in NYC, so every bit of room counts!! 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about it: "I have VERY narrow kitchen drawers in my NYC one-bedroom apartment kitchen — only one of which I can fully pull out — and buying this organizer for it has transformed it. I'm able to safely reach in and grab whatever I need (like a manual can opener for tuna salad or a mini whisk for a hot chocolate) without having to sift tools around." 

Promising review: "TikTok has done it again and made me spend money on unnecessary things. However, it was definitely worth it! I love the durability and space it saved me. Compared to larger and bulkier flatware organizers. Hands down, good purchase!" —Sierra

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in three styles).

Promising review: "It locks onto my KitchenAid mixer bowl securely and doesn't budge, even at medium speeds. I love that I can add ingredients without stopping the mixer. The engineering is spot-on!" —Coy

Get it from Amazon for $9.16+ (available in five colors). 

Promising review: "I have it to write down things to buy. Very convenient and came with a good number of markers. It’s really simple to clean. I use a wet cloth when I don’t want to use the eraser, and that works easy also." —Stephanie Rios 

Promising review: "Great set of kitchen towels, and I love the colors! They are easy to wash and hold their quality after several washes. They absorb water and mess very well. Would recommend to anyone looking for great quality kitchen towels for an affordable price!" —Lunita Co 

Get a set of four from Amazon for $17.99 (available in 16 styles). 

Check out a TikTok of the magnetic fridge shelf in action. 

Promising review: "OMG. This was a worthy investment. I can't tell you how many people ask about these baskets when they visit my house. If you are into the farmhouse vibes, these are the perfect addition. I hate storing things on my counter, but I love that I can always keep fresh fruit and veggies from the store or garden readily available. The kids love that it is easy to get to, and I am incredibly surprised by how strong the magnet is. I have another one in the coffee nook on the other side of the fridge that holds the coffee pods and seasonings. Love how this has saved me space." —HereIAm 

Get it from Amazon for $22.79 (available in three colors). 

Check out a TikTok of the appliance sliders in action. 

Promising review: "These are a game changer! I have some heavy appliances like my espresso machine and reverse osmosis filter that I hate to pull out to fill with water. These tiny sliders have been incredible! Immediately better, and so far (about three months in), no issues at all. Still gliding!" —sara

Get a set of eight from Amazon for $5.99 (available in five sizes). 

Promising review: "These bowls are great. I lived my entire life until now without owning shallow bowls. I’ve been eating spaghetti off of a plate like some kind of wild animal. My life is forever changed." —JessieMo

Get a set of four from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in two sizes). 

Promising review: "This Ninja air fryer and countertop oven has exceeded my expectations!! Since I started using it, cooking at home has become much easier and faster. I love that it combines 10 functions in one appliance — you can air fry, roast, bake, toast, dehydrate, reheat, and more. It cooks food evenly and gives it that perfect crispy texture. It has an XL capacity, which means I can cook large amounts of food at once. The digital display is very easy to use, and it comes with the perfect accessories for every need. I definitely recommend it if you want to cook faster, use less oil, and get amazing results." —Marisabel Arce

Get it from Amazon for $379.99 (available in multiple styles). 

Check out a TikTok of the drink dispenser in action. 

Promising review: "Super happy with this purchase. Our two little ones (3 and 5) can now easily fill their own drinks. We also purchased a dual cereal dispenser from Amazon, so now the kids can get their own breakfast cereal with milk!" —April M. Ramos

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four colors and in multipacks). 

Hover Cover is a small business that specializes in microwave covers for home kitchen use. 

Check out a TikTok of the microwave cover in action. 

Promising review: "If you live in a small space like I do, this will seriously change your life. No longer do I have to struggle to find somewhere to put my cover if I'm heating up a cup of coffee. Just attach it to the roof of your microwave. Hopefully, you have a flat surface; check before you buy. There is a slight learning curve as to where to put it or the force or lack thereof needed, but after a couple of times, it's second nature. Love, love, love this product. I'm probably going to get some for Christmas presents next year, it's one of those items that you wouldn't necessarily buy for yourself, but it will change your life." —Rachel

Get it from Amazon for $21.95 (also available in two-packs).

Promising review: "They worked great and were able to clean out straws and any other mouthpieces of water bottles. I was glad to be able to buy two instead of having a drawer full of them. They were very durable, and I definitely would buy them again. The length was perfect for what I needed it for as well." —Wilcox

Get it from Amazon for $3.99 (available in four colors and larger sets).

Check out a TikTok of the "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner in action. 

Promising review: "This product is so amazing, I'm going to get one for all of my children. I am a teacher, and I let my students use my microwave. Usually it takes me half an hour of scrubbing after 31 students have made popcorn, and heated up lunches. This time I used the product, and I literally spent less than one minute just wiping down the microwave!!! I will now keep one in my classroom, and one at my home. A miracle product that actually does what it says, remarkable!!!" —Desiree Barlow

Get it from Amazon for $10.88+ (available in two colors and as a set of two).

Promising review: "If it were possible to give 10 stars, this product is definitely worth it. I originally bought this in the store and was most impressed with how well it cleaned the refrigerator of all fingerprints and watermarks. My friend came over and said, 'What in the world did you clean your refrigerator with because it looks brand new?!' It is the best product I have ever used on my refrigerator and stove! Just wipe down and let it sink in, then wipe over with a clean, soft towel for a polished, shiny look! IT IS MARVELOUS! I SAY MARVELOUS! Don't bother with sprays! I bought two containers so that I will not run out for a long time!" —Roie

Promising review: "I have a toddler I have to cut everything up for, and these scissors have made my life INCREDIBLY easier. I cut PB&J into perfect squares and grapes into three pieces effortlessly with these scissors. It cuts chicken and other meats simply. They’re sharp, safe, and so affordable too. Don’t look elsewhere; these are the best!" —Adrian 

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five styles and two sizes). 

Kitchen Gizmos is a small business that specializes in kitchen accessories. 

Promising review: "I've owned this for about six months, and I couldn't imagine cooking without it. I hate strainers. They are bulky and fill up the dishwasher. I'm lazy, whatever. This strainer is a lifesaver. Clip it on your pan, strain, and voila! And it is so easy to clean. A little hot water and it's good to go for the next round. I highly recommend this gadget. It will retire your current strainer." —Viola Evens

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in seven colors).

Levain & Co is a small business that specializes in kitchen conversion charts and kitchen tools. 

Promising review: "I bake often (following recipes on the internet) and usually have to convert some of the ingredient amounts. I’m glad I got this — super helpful, especially because it has the conversions for different ingredients. It’s also very cute! It’s not too big either which is a plus." —Jasmine

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