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Yiiiiiiikes re: all those times you tried to clean your cast irons without this nifty scrubber and all the times you let shampoo bottles fall on your feet in the shower.

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.

Promising review: "I have owned this scrubber for a while now and waited to review to assess its durability. It hasn't disappointed. I frequently use cast iron to cook and take great care in keeping it clean and seasoned. This scrubber is great for getting up those stuck-on bits and pieces for high-temperature searing. With hot water, most of the time, it is all that I need to clean up the pan. On occasion, I'll add salt to the pan with a bit of hot water and scrub when more is needed to get it clean. I bought another for my son, who has commented on its effectiveness in cleaning up caked-on bits. It is a solid purchase for the price point as well." —Don Lomas

Slobproof is a small business that specializes in home improvement products. 

Reviewers also love these for doing detail work on painted designs and murals! As an added bonus, these are totally airtight, so the paint in them won't dry out if you don't finish up the pain in the pen all at once. 

Promising review: "These are genius! They work so well and make it no hassle to quickly retouch small areas that get scratched up. Never knew something like this existed, and now am in love with them!" —Jeff

Check out a TikTok of the Febreze Trash Can Odor Fighters in action. 

Promising review: "I really like this trash can deodorizer because it’s easy to install, and each of the two scents smells lovely. Remember, you get two different scents, which spares you from having to buy a second scent the moment the first one runs dry. Each scent smells deliciously sweet and nature-like (it doesn’t stir up our allergies). The scent is neither too weak nor too strong. Plus, on the practical side, the size is perfect, the adhesive lasts a long time, and the product delivers on its promises. It’s a great choice and an excellent value for the price!" —Lynne Texas

Get two holders with two refills from Amazon for $12.39 (and check out all the other scent refills you can get here!). 

Promising review: "These are great quality, especially for the price. I’ve noticed no issues with the adhesion. Even with my big shampoo and conditioner bottles. They were very easy to install. I let the adhesive sit overnight before putting anything in the baskets, and the stability and quality are excellent. I would definitely recommend these if you aren’t looking to drill holes." —Kirsti

Get a five-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (available in nine colors and also in a seven-pack).

Promising review: "These Scrubbing Bubbles toilet drop-ins are a simple and convenient way to keep the toilet bowl fresh and cleaner between regular cleanings. I like that they work automatically every time you flush, helping reduce buildup and keeping things smelling fresh. The blue water also gives the bathroom a cleaner, fresher look, which is a nice little touch. They’re easy to use, last a good amount of time, and make maintaining the bathroom much easier. Great value for the price and a product I’ll continue buying." —Zuhair Family

Get a set of five tablets from Amazon for $5.87. 

Check out a TikTok of the WD-40 pens in action. 

I owe my life to these pens!! My infant son and I share a room when we stay at my parents' house, which is all fun and games until I try to sneak into bed after he's already gone night-night — only to have the door let out an unholy SQUAWK when I shut it behind me. Half the time, he would wake up, and chaos would reign. But my dad had one of these handy and got the squeak taken care of in just a minute! (Now if only WD-40 could sleep train the baby for all the other times he wakes me up in the middle of the night ... ) 

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.

Promising review: "Recommended on TikTok and I love. I didn’t realize how many holes were in the walls until I got this product! Easy to use and good filling. Much better than a tub of spackle for small fixes." —Leigh Helsel

Get it from Amazon for $14.89 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "These organizer racks are awesome, and you can adjust the height of them. It just makes it so much easier to get in and out from underneath the sinks." —Careful shopper 

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in two finishes). 

Promising review: "Lifesaver. I have roommates who always watch TV loudly until midnight so I purchased this to seal the gap in my door. It really reduced 90% of the noise from living room!!! I can finally have a nice sleep!!!" —wen yan

Get it from Amazon for $6.97 (available in three lengths and four colors).

Promising review: "We live in a tiny apartment and need vertical storage since we don’t have a pantry or living room closet. This allows us to keep our cleaning instruments in the house while saving space." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $13.26+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "Saved me from buying a new dishwasher! I have to admit that I was skeptical that this product was actually going to do anything. I’ve noticed my dishwasher wasn’t cleaning dishes very well lately, and I did everything I could to get it working properly again, but I was ready to finally give up and buy a new dishwasher. I bought these tablets thinking they were designed to eliminate odors, but I was willing to give them a shot before buying a whole new dishwasher. I put one in the bottom of the dishwasher last night per the instructions and woke up to completely clean dishes for the first time in weeks. They look perfect. I don’t know why these tablets work, but they absolutely did, and I am a happy customer!" —B. Turner

Promising review: "Best TikTok find for storage. These are the best storage bags/containers I have bought. So much so that I reordered and got three more not too long ago. One of them holds all the items from my six-drawer dresser, which included everything from tank tops to heavy sweaters and crewnecks. I also use it to hold my seasonal shoes, extra blankets, and yes, even more clothes! Since reordering, I now have six, but I am only currently using four. They are machine washable and good to go in the dryer on low heat. Overall, it is worth the purchase!" —Harley

Get a set of three from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six colors and various sets). 

Go Hang It! is a father-daughter owned product started by their joint venture INSP!RED Product Development Group, which specializes in functional and stylish products inspired by their combined experience with engineering and design. 

Each kit includes MagneKeys, a detachable leveler, a hardware case, 6 D-ring hangers, an 8-foot picture hanging wire, 20 nails, 22 picture hooks for various weights, 24 self-tapping screws, and 12 single-notch precision hangers.

Promising review: "This handy little gadget is a lifesaver, time saver, and quite possibly even a marriage saver (jk!) when it comes to hanging pictures. We’ve been putting off hanging pictures for a year because we had freshly painted walls, and I tried to hang ONE picture and wound up with too high, uneven holes in the wall instead of our framed picture. I gave up and decided we didn’t need art on the walls. That is, until I found the Go Hang It! In one afternoon, we hung 15 pictures, mirrors, and canvases on our walls, and every single one of them has only the number of holes needed for each piece, AND they are all at the perfect height! The little nail marker makes it impossible to mess up!" —Jessica

YouCopia is a woman-owned small business that specializes in home storage solutions. 

Promising review: "I really loved the versatility of this product. I can choose how much room is needed for each bag size and adjust when needed. Perfect for my art fair bags." —MrsDash

You can easily install it with the included adhesive that won't damage cabinets, no tools required! 

Promising review: "Awesome product!! I love the ease of installation, extra pieces for a good fit. Perfect for adding some much-needed light to my dark kitchen. Dimmable and comes with a remote! There's no downside!" —Breezy Lady

Get a set of six from Amazon for $20.99 (available in three styles). 

Check out a TikTok of the Kasa smart bulb in action. 

Promising review: "For someone who uses my bedside lamp constantly, this is perfect. I love the app, and it has every color. I love to set the red light on a timer before bed. It's incredible and super easy to use." —Corey S. 

Promising review: "These balls are awesome!! They’re dense, solid, about the same size as my previous dryer balls, but much better quality, with good detail on the super-cute cat decorations, and they do the job intended! They have no smell, as quality wool shouldn’t, and aren’t soft, but have no surface problems that could snag your clothes. I’m very happy with them and find them to be good value for the price!" —Jeanne S. 

Get a set of six from Amazon for $21.38 (available in six styles). 

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 $16.69 (available in four styles). 

YOOOO, so last year I was moving out of an apartment where I'd used "renter-friendly double-sided tape" for all my art, and it WRECKED my walls when I tried to remove everything. I literally used a blow dryer to loosen the tape, and it still ripped all the way to the drywall on every frame and blew my security deposit. So after my move, I put up ALL my wall art using these Command strips in the new place — including some heavier pieces that I had some doubts about! Installation was super easy, nobody could tell I'd used Command strips, and they all held up beautifully. Better yet, when I unexpectedly had to move again this year, the removal process was painless. The walls were absolutely pristine. I will never use anything other than Command strips for my wall art again!  

Promising review: "I used these to hang a ton of pictures in our new mountain retreat. These worked great. Used them for both heavy and lighter photos. A little pricier than a nail, but I love the ease of removal, and it makes it easier to get them hung level. We followed the instructions and waited 24 hours to put the pictures up." —AmazonUtah

Promising review: "This oven cleaner works very well and removes grease and burned-on food with minimal scrubbing. I like that it is fume-free, easy to apply, and the pro-size can last a long time. Great product for deep cleaning." —Yaini Brigeo 

Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely AMAZING. My wife and I were getting tired of looking at our worn-out cabinets and wood paneling and were very close to paying a professional thousands of dollars to refinish it all, but then we came across this product. Our paneling and cabinets were looking rough. This stuff was like a Magic Eraser for water spots, scratches, scuffs, and any other blemish. We simply wiped the product on with a paper towel and let it sit for 20 minutes before wiping it off with a clean towel. Everything looks brand new. I'm buying a couple more so we can finish our cabinets and wood paneling. We're so glad we found this product." —Kris

Get a bottle from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in multiple sizes).

Promising review: "I saw this product on TikTok and decided to try it out for myself. The name doesn’t lie — spray it on, shut the bathroom door, and in a few hours, the shower is 100 times cleaner. Usually, I’ll let it sit overnight, and by morning, the visible grime on the shower is gone, including soap scum. I’ll usually let the shower water rinse the residue out, and then I will take a bucket just to get everything off the shower walls. It is a bit slick if you try to get in the shower without rinsing the residue, but otherwise it’s a worthy cleaning staple in my house." —Tara D. 

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two scents and two sizes).  

Promising review: "I wish I could give this 10 stars. I would have never believed that a cloth and plain water could get my windows so clean. After years of struggling with streaks, blurry areas, etc. I was skeptical this would work. So I followed the short instructions (wet, wring, wipe) and stood back. I still saw dirt and spots, and was about to think 'yep, too good to be true,' but then realized I had not wiped the other side. Repeated the cleaning and then... shock. A sparkling clean window with nothing to be annoyed about to re-clean. I did this to three huge windows and got the same results. Wife came home and was like, 'Wow, never seen these windows that clean.' On a fourth window, I tried with a clean (non-E-cloth) cloth + Windex, then with vinegar. Nope, not good enough. Then with E-cloth, I got the same result. AMAZING product and very eco-friendly, down to the packaging." —Sitarix

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in five colors). 

Promising review: "Job well done! If you struggle with frequent drain clogs like I do, I highly recommend this product. It’s easy to use, effective, and a great value for the price. The hook design lets me reach deep into the drain and pull out a surprising amount of hair and debris." —Rose

Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two lengths).

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: "We purchased this to fill some patches in our backyard that were damaged by our puppy. This seed works like a charm. The one caveat is that you really do have to water it a bit every day. Once it takes off, though, it grows pretty quickly! Within one week of planting this, we had one-inch-long grass blades. One month later, all the patches are gone. Highly recommended!" —Jessica N. 

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in multiple sizes). 

Promising review: "I didn’t understand how this tool was going to work, but I saw a TikTok where someone used it as part of their everyday cleaning routine, and my curiosity got the best of me! And wow, oh wow, am I glad I did! The area has to be big enough to pull it back and forth, so it’s ideal for couches and beds, and other furniture. It is so easy to empty too, and oh so satisfying to see what you picked up with it! Now I want to try the handheld version for clothing!" —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors). 

Promising review: "It’s a little hard to squeeze, but that totally makes up for the AMAZING results. I was embarrassed about our tubs because the people we bought our house from didn’t caulk or seal them properly, and this resulted in mildew buildup. I tried EVERYTHING until I saw this on TikTok, I believe — MIRACLE FREAKING WORKER. I will be buying more, the only complaint I will ever have is the shipping got mixed up, but that is not a problem and was fixed very easily!" —Brooklyn Nguyen

Promising review: "I never leave reviews on Amazon but this grout cleaner definitely deserved a review. I tried three other cleaners before buying Grout-eez and they did nothing but waste my time and money. Grout-eez got my grout perfectly clean in no time, plus it was easy to use and no odor. I'll never use another grout cleaner." —Tyler

Promising review: "Totally bought these because of TikTok but I love them! They are exactly what I never knew I needed. Very easy to set up and help keep my cabinets organized so I can always find what I am looking for right away without having to take everything out of my cabinet to get to it." —Joni Thomas

Get it from Amazon for $20.87 (available in three finishes).

Useful Products is a US-based small business established in 2007 by car wash owner, electrician, and former bodybuilder Anthony LaPolla that specializes in drill-cleaning brushes and attachments. 

Promising review: "So I kept seeing this item on TikTok and thought, 'heck, why not?' I love this item for deep cleaning, whether it's car mats, shoes, or the shower." —A. Givens

Psst – each of the different brush colors indicates which tasks the brushes are meant for based on their bristle type, so be sure to check which one is best suited for whatever you need to for! Yellow is the “all-purpose” medium bristle, but some are softer and harder depending on what types of surfaces you’re cleaning (but none of them will scratch!). 

Get it from Amazon for $24.98 (available in six styles).

Oh Yuk! is a small business specializing in cleaning products for tubs, dishwashers, and coffee machines. 

Promising review: "This stuff is magic! We've lived in our home for four years now and have never used our jetted tub. One day last week, I decided I needed a nice long soak, filled up the tub, only to discover the water was rusty and yellow (SICK). I looked up online what the best way to clean a jetted bathtub was, and Oh Yuk came up over and over. Now I know why this stuff is a miracle worker! We ran it through our tub several times until it was clear. We were so impressed, I purchased another bottle for my sister-in-law, who is moving into her new house next week, as a housewarming gift. You will not be disappointed." —Kimmy D

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in three sizes).

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: "New way to organize your silverware that has a sleek design. TikTok made me buy this! It’s a perfect design to not have as much clutter in your drawer. Great for ADHD people to see exactly what silverware is in which slot with the tiny pictures indicating a knife, a spoon, a fork!" —Haley Lutz

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three styles).

Promising review: "This organizer is so useful! I recently moved and ended up with a much smaller kitchen, so I've been doing everything I can to make sure there's a place for everything and no wasted space. Luckily, I have pretty wide cabinets, so this works out perfectly. I have one holding my cutting boards (four standard plastic boards) and another holding my foil, cling wrap, and parchment paper boxes. The organizer is super easy to assemble, and it's completely versatile. Hang it over the cabinet door or attach it to the wall/cabinet door, which means it's great for renters and owners." —Kerry

It also works on shower doors, windshields, toilets, and tile, so you can get a ton of bang for your buck.

Promising review: "Miracle!! I really thought my shower glass was hopeless. I have tried CLR, vinegar, citric acid, a steam cleaner, and a multitude of other cleaning products, all without any luck. I didn't have high hopes for this product, but it totally worked. My glass looks so much better. Mine wasn't just stained either; it had loads of mineral buildup that was hardened and nearly impossible to remove — it looked 'dirty.' I am thankful it's fixed. I would definitely recommend this to others, and I will buy it again." —Kabuki

Promising review: "I finally got tired of searching for the right spices and began searching for a solution. My cabinet was overflowing. With this, I was able to fit all my spices on the racks, along with things in the middle and on the bottom. I relocated the bags that are not used but to fill the containers when empty to the shelf above so the majority of my bottles are visible! It was easy to put together and adjust the size. I love the finished organization!" —Lisa

Get a set of two shelves from Amazon for $29.99 (also available with spices included). 

You can use the Chomp wallpaper scoring tool for $16.47 on Amazon to ease the process! 

Promising review: "I have been putting off removing this horrid wallpaper for years, mainly because of the removal horror stories. As it turns out, it was rather easy. 1. I used the Chomp scorer. Use it gently, moving it in concentric circles, horizontal and vertical. 2. Use the Chomp liquid liberally, let it soak, use more, let it soak until you see paper bubble up. If the paper is not coming off easily, use more and let it soak. The key is letting it soak. 3. Use a scraper to start removal. On a large part of mine, the paper and glue came off in sheets with no scraping. Other times, the top layer came off, and the backing and glue needed some scraping. If it's not coming off easily, use more liquid and let it soak." —Kindle Customer

Powerstone Pumice is a small business that specializes in home cleaning products. 

Promising review: "I have never been so happy about a purchase before, and this did it! We went away for a week and came back home and saw stains in all of the toilet bowls. I researched, and it’s from hard water or something like that. I’m so glad I [tried this] because this saved me so much money and time on finding a solution that works miracles. I didn’t even need to scrub hard. Just rubbed it on the stains a couple of times, and I was done in less than five minutes for each bowl. I highly recommend this product!" —Selina B 

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (also available in a pack of two and four).

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 $23.95 (also available in two-packs).

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 24 from Amazon for $8.99 (available in five sizes). 

Promising review: "I have recently gotten more and more purses and needed a way to organize them better, and this was a great solution. It is easy to take purses on and off, and it looks cute in my closet, too. The hanger is very sturdy, and it is lightweight when empty. I like that I can see all my purses in one place, and the hanger will turn a little as well, so you can easily grab which one you want. It added great organization and better functionality to my closet." —Emma Stokes

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.59 (available in four colors and multipacks). 

Promising review: "Love these! They have helped organize all my products underneath my kitchen sink. The Command hooks are strong and nothing has budged even with the weight of the spray bottles! Highly recommend." —Talayfor87

Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.69.  

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