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These silicone bottle covers and these clear waterproof shoe bags are things you get yourself now so you can thank yourself later.

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.

Pro-tip: if you keep a MagSafe wallet on your phone, you can slide this inside and keep track of them both at the same time! 

Promising review: "Life changing!!!!!!!!! I lost my wallet! I spent hours looking for it!!! This was repeatedly an issue for me with my keys, my work badge, my purse, my wallet, and the list goes on and on, so I decided to buy this and see if it would work. I have no words, this tile has changed my life!!! For someone who has severe ADHD, it is a must-have!!!!! You will not regret this purchase!!!!! It has relieved so much stress in my life! super easy to set up, just get. The minute I am a short distance away from my purse. I was driving off the other day, and it immediately alerted me that I had left my purse in the building. It took me two minutes to retrieve it; otherwise, I would’ve driven 30 minutes home and had to go back. Just get it!!" —Brilly

Promising review: "Look, writing a review for sprayable bathroom insurance is slightly embarrassing, but here we are. I’ll admit I was skeptical — trapping natural disasters under a layer of essential oils sounded too good to be true. But it actually works exactly like you hope it would. A few sprays into the bowl beforehand, and suddenly the bathroom smells like a pleasant spa instead of a biological hazard. ​It’s small enough to slip into a pocket or bag without calling attention to yourself, making it an absolute lifesaver when traveling or using a bathroom at someone else’s house. 10/10, dynamic peace of mind in a tiny bottle." —Brooke Mercer

Get it from Amazon for $5.91 (available in two sizes). 

Promising review: "Great little pouches to help organize your purse or backpack. I use it for my makeup and a separate one for essentials while I am out and about. I love that I can see what’s in them instead of having to rummage around. Haven’t had to clean them yet, but that seems like it will also be very easy to do." —KR

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 12 styles). 

Check out a TikTok of the foot masks in action. 

I'm a long-ish distance runner, and these were certainly an interesting experience for my feet! You slide them on and, after a few minutes, feel a tingling, mildly burning (in a good way) sensation. It doesn't quite numb your feet, but it relaxes them. I kept them on for 30 minutes and then toweled my feet off, and the tingling sensation slowly faded over the next 30 minutes. After that, my feet felt very refreshed and relaxed at a time of day when they're usually aching from all the miles I put in. The whole thing was a mess-free, easy process, and I will definitely keep them on hand for longer run days! 

Promising review: "Very soothing. My husband and l used these on our European vacation, and they definitely felt good on our feet!" —KS2018

Get a set of three pairs from Amazon for $11.97.  

Psst — these don't work on bottles with pump tops! 

Promising review: "These silicone bottle covers work really well! They stretch easily to fit over different-size bottles and stay securely in place. I’ve had no issues with leaking or spills, which makes them perfect for packing toiletries when traveling or heading to the beach. Simple, reusable, and definitely worth having. Highly recommend!" —Deanna Burnette 

Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $6.64 (available in five other packs) .

Promising review: "This is 100000000% the most reliable, durable, stable AMAZINGGG MagSafe accessory I have purchased! It really is a lifesaver, and it won't break the bank either! It's incredibly straightforward and super easy to use/install, very easy to transport should you need to move vehicles, etc. Also, the stability and durability of the magnet are UNREAL!!! Currently, where I reside, they are doing construction for days, so the roads are so bumpy they feel like a shopping cart rolling down a staircase, and my phone stays securely in place every time! I have no complaints about this product; the charging speed is also decent." —Courtney Brown

Promising review: "Love these! These are sturdy and large. I used them on a recent trip to pack boots and sneakers that I didn't want to touch my clothes. They also came in handy for putting in my backpack on hikes to keep food and drinks separate and safe from leaking. I used one for storing a wet bathing suit after a swim. So many uses and take up little space!" —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of five for $6.99+ (available in four colors and ten-packs). 

Check out a TikTok of the motion sickness patches in action. 

Promising review: "Motion sickness can derail a trip quickly, so I packed these patches with cautious optimism. They delivered. One patch behind the ear provided steady relief through long hours at sea, even during rougher stretches. The strength felt just right. Effective without overwhelming the body or dulling the senses. Portability is another win. The patches are slim, lightweight, and easy to tuck into a carry-on or small pouch. Ten patches offer solid value and peace of mind for longer trips." —mzphine

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $7.59 (available in different size packs). 

Promising review: "I couldn't be happier with this travel backpack! It has plenty of room for everything I need without feeling bulky or heavy. The compartments keep everything organized, making it easy to find what I need while traveling. And even has a water-resistant plastic pouch! It's comfortable to wear even for long periods, and the quality feels durable enough to handle airports, road trips, and everyday adventures. If you're looking for a stylish, functional, and reliable travel backpack, I highly recommend this one!" —Katie Kenyon

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in 19 other styles). 

Promising review: "I bought this as a carry-on for an international trip. We flew from the US to Vietnam via Tokyo and then back 15 days later from Bangkok through Tokyo to home. In between, there were seven internal flights!! So this bag was dragged everywhere! It was so sturdy, but lightweight, and just the right size to carry whatever wouldn't fit in the suitcases or was needed on the planes. It had one large internal compartment with an interior zippered pocket and two smaller side ones. I saw recommendations for travel bags costing two to three hundred dollars. This one held its own and only cost $18 — what a deal!" —Amazon Customer 

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in 13 styles). 

Promising review: "Love this product! I work out on the go, so I’m always in need of a water bottle, but I hate carrying a big one around all the time. This bottle is a nice size to use while running/walking (lightweight and easy to carry), it doesn’t leak like most plastic bottles, and it’s easy to roll/fold up and store in a bag after you’re done. Overall, great design and functionality. 10/10." —LaMonica

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in five colors). 

Promising review: "I purchased this because I saw them all over TikTok. As someone with a chronic illness, I honestly carry around like 10 different pill bottles for 'just in case' situations. This little pill box is a great size. I love that it’s magnetic, and each little compartment fits a good amount of pills. It won’t fit a ton of Tums if that’s what you’re looking for, but the amount of space this has saved in my bag is amazing!" —Jasmin Salas

This requires two AAA batteries, which are not included. 

Promising review: "I have used this Remington razor long enough now to say it is a great razor, and good for sensitive skin. I have found that it gives a good, clean shave without leaving a sting on the skin. No pulling, no dragging, cuts close for even the toughest hairs. Low noise and speed are great. Shave smoothness lasts longer than throw-away razors." —Bertha Green

Promising review: "Seems silly but 100% worth the buy. I fly A LOT, and I am always too afraid to wear my AirPods on flights because I’ve dropped one under the seat a couple of times while sleeping or just moving around. This product is great — keeps my AirPods from falling, and I can confidently nap on flights without losing a pod. Highly recommend!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in 18 styles). 

Promising review: "This product is exactly what I was looking for. It fits well in my lunch box, and it's easy to clean. The box it comes in is great. I am able to keep my utensils separate from my food while traveling." —Meghan Evans

Get it from Amazon for $5.98 (available in four styles). 

Promising review: "Convenient size/shape for travel! Easily fits in your purse, suitcase, etc., and a small individual pack contains a solid number of high-quality, non-irritating wipes. Discreet appearance, easy to use, does not dry out quickly, and and overall great value for the price! The wipes are not super thin but also not super thick, just the perfect amount. Will be repurchasing!" —Alina

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $8.47 (available in larger packs).  

Promising review: "These are perfect for the one-item sink cleaning that occurs when traveling. I highly recommend it for those travel excursions where you want to clean one or two clothing items." —LIFE_COMPOSED 

Get a pack of three (with three mini loads each) for $6.39. 

It fits any phone up to 100 mm x 170 mm (or about 3.9 inches x 6.7 inches). It's also a great fix for keeping out sand and dirt (and a great option for runners, if you're caught in the rain but still want to be able to toggle through your music options).

Promising review: "I purchased this case in July for an upcoming canoe trip with a friend, and as luck would have it, we flipped our canoe. I just assumed my phone would be discovered a thousand years from now and placed in a museum as an ancient artifact. Fast forward to this week. I was contacted via FB by an Alachua County Sheriff’s Office diver, and guess what he found? Yup, my phone case with all of the contents intact and dry as a bone! He had to cut the case open, but there was not one single drop of water in it, and he ended up purchasing a case for himself because he was just that impressed!" —Julie McDonald

Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this case: "With these, I find that they're good for about a day due to condensation. So, for a trip, I'll buy two to three. I've used this case to take underwater pics, on boat rides, and have worn it with the lanyard, jumping off a boat into water. So, I really trust these!"

Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in 14 colors).

Each strip comes with three outlets and four USB ports. 

Promising review: "Excellent product. Great to take with you when traveling. It’s not bulky and can fit in any bag pocket. The USB ports work perfectly. I would definitely recommend this power strip 100%, and the price point is very fair." —JC

HELLO, I AM OBSESSED WITH THESE. Despite all the rave reviews, I was definitely skeptical of space-saving bags that didn't require a vacuum, and even as they were actively squishing my clothes into oblivion, I still couldn't quite believe it. I had easily two suitcases worth of clothes I wanted to pack for a three-week trip to London, and I managed to neatly pack the entirety of my wardrobe in one roller carry-on bag. Truly, all I had to do was put my clothes in the bag, push them to the bottom, and then sit on it to get the air out before sealing it up. I had tons of extra bags and made a habit of taking them with me in case other people joining me on trips need them to be able to pack souvenirs on the way home. I'm never taking a long trip without these again — these are worth every damn penny. 

Psst — just note that airlines will still enforce weight limits, so don't fly TOO close to the sun packing these up!! 

Get a set of eight from Amazon for $17.28. 

Promising review: "A very cute, compact umbrella in a hard zippered case. Sturdy and well-made. It can be used to block the hot summer sun or to shield you in the rain." —Debi

Get it from Amazon for $8.49 (available in 12 styles). 

Promising review: "Most awesome thing I bought all year! I have a small sports car, no cup holders. This thing looks awesome, is well-made, and is sturdy! It's everything I needed, and it looks fantastic in my car, even though I have a dark blue leather interior. Fabulous find!" —2019

Get it from Amazon for $20.89+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "As fans of Bluey and art, this Aqua Art Set is a wonderful find! It’s compact and lightweight, making it ideal for travel and keeping kids entertained on the go. The set uses water to reveal vibrant colors, so there’s no risk of spills or stains — perfect for car rides or waiting rooms. The included brush is easy for little hands to hold, encouraging creativity without the mess of traditional paints. Cleanup is effortless, as it only requires water. If you want a fun, mess-free art activity for Bluey-loving kids, this set is a must-have!" —Misty

Get it from Amazon for $7.11 (available in five other styles). 

Perilogics is a small business creating hyper-functional tool holsters and bags for carrying your stuff on the go. 

Promising review: "I bought this nifty gadget about six months ago for a multi-leg, ultra-long-haul trip, and it more than held up the entire duration. I was able to finagle it to fit the tray tables on different planes, and like others, I find the height just nice when clamped onto a stowed tray table. It also works on my roller carry-on handle during layovers." —Earendil

I will scream this thing's virtues on every corner of this earth. I used this on an eight-day international trip. It fit a veritable arsenal of products — all of my skincare, makeup, hair supplies, toothbrush, toothpaste, and deodorant were wedged in the different pockets, and still compacted easily and went right into my carry-on backpack. It made setting up at the hotel a two-second process of hanging it up and having all my products instantly accessible to me and easy to put away. I cannot imagine traveling without it, especially now that I've used it on a multi-city trip where it was so handy to fold back up and take through several hotels. At one point, I forgot to properly close a lotion, and it exploded a bit, and the bag was super easy to clean from the inside! 

Get it from Amazon for $12.59 (available in two sizes and 12 colors). 

Promising review: "This is exactly what I was looking for, and I took it on our summer cruise and still have some meds left in my purse. It's better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it. It's small enough to fit easily in my purse, backpack, or carry-on, but it includes the basic medications that are handy for everyday situations and travel. The case pouch that can be resealed keeps everything organized, so I don't have to carry several separate bottles. I also like that it's lightweight and convenient to grab whenever I'm on the go. It's great for road trips, vacations, or keeping in the car for unexpected needs. Having these essentials in one compact kit gives me peace of mind, knowing I'm prepared for minor aches, allergies, or stomach issues while away from home." —Kimmy Mc 

Promising review: "I was looking for a lightweight luggage scale to ensure that when returning from vacation, my luggage was not overweight. This works amazingly. Super lightweight and extremely accurate." —Taziree

Get it from Amazon for $9.86+ (available in seven styles and in a two pack).

Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines. 

I've been using the regular-size version of this for over a year now and I LOVE it! I used to use an electric toothbrush, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these — especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively. My teeth feel genuinely ~squeaky clean~ after I use this, too. 

Promising review: "This toothbrush is a new staple item for my on-the-go Invisalign bag. When I need to brush my teeth and don't have time to floss before putting my aligners back in, this brush makes sure my teeth and mouth feel clean and removes debris in between my teeth. The bristles are soft, this toothbrush is sturdy, and the different lengths of bristles help remove debris or help floss your teeth on the go. This brush also dries very fast in between uses as well." —V. Brown

Check out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. 

Promising review: "Will be buying again!! This is a fantastic product. I have incredibly thin hair that gets very oily very easily. This is the first product that I’ve tried that actually works! I am so very happy!" —Katie_0_Baker

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in brown, dark brown, blonde, and in multipacks and bundles). 

Basic Vigor is a US-based small business specializing in all-natural migraine relief products. 

Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "I’ve had migraines all my life — I’m 31 now. I’ve been on all kinds of prescriptions that work, but make me so sleepy... I’ve been using this stick for one week now, and it’s amazing! I rubbed it on at the first hint of a headache/migraine and it takes care of it fast. I haven’t taken a prescription migraine since I started using it." —Amanda Braswell

Read BuzzFeed's review of the migraine stick for more deets!

Promising review: "Love these — it's flat so it doesn't bug you when you're driving or on planes. Cute on gifts as toppers too." —suzanne degroot

Get a set of six from Amazon for $8.99 (available in 14 color sets). 

Skin-acidifying ingredients can help with odor; read more at Mayo Clinic.

Promising review: "I love these Lume Acidified Deodorant Wipes for on the go or between showers! I use one full sheet on each armpit, wait for them to dry, and then reapply deodorant. They're fantastic and work great! The price point is kinda high, but I love the usability, scent, and effectiveness. Will definitely purchase again." —DoodleMom

Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $6.79. 

Promising review: "I bought two straps to use for my trip. It was so worth it! It held my family's light jackets and kids travel neck pillow. We also used it to hold our water bottles on our hikes. I wish I knew about these sooner!" —Lisa H

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in six colors). 

Promising review: "These are my best value summer purchase. I take my kids to the splash park all summer long and these come in so handy for their wet clothes. It's waterproof, roomy, and a cute alternative to using a plastic bag." —Brenda

Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.95 (available in 30 styles). 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about them: "This is a product that I put in travel stories over and over and over again, and would always think, 'Hmm, I should buy some.' Once I booked my first-ever cruise, I knew that I needed to invest in these hangers to make the most of what I presumed would be a tiny closet for my cabin. These were super easy to slip into my super-packed suitcase and plenty sturdy for holding up a variety of stuff. In my pic above, you'll see one collapsed and then one in use, with dips perfect for spaghetti or thin straps. So many hotel and rental places' hangers don't have those little dips, and my slip dresses are always slipping off of them. With these, I was able to put a variety of garments on them without anything slipping off — in fact, they work better at that than my regular velvet hangers I have at home!" 

Promising review: "They are so lightweight and yet so durable. I can’t say enough good things about them. I love the fact that they come in their own bag so that I wouldn’t have several hangers flying around my suitcase. I love that now I don’t have to worry about how many hangers the hotel has. Another big bonus is that if you decide to do laundry, you can now hang up your clothes to dry. The hangers are very light, and they add relatively nothing to the overall weight of my suitcase. It is the perfect solution for my travel needs." —P. Thomassen

Promising review: "I recently took a trip to Rome and Venice, and I swear by these clips. Pickpockets in Venice were thick, after us as soon as we got off the water taxi. But since these take some effort to get on/off, I think it dissuaded pickpockets from choosing us. Of course, it’s an added step to secure your luggage, but it's well worth it to me. They are lightweight, well-built, and blend in thanks to their dark gray color. Anything is better than nothing if you’re traveling to pickpocket-prone locations. Also, if you have a bag on which the zippers don’t seem to want to stay shut, these are great for that." —IU Fan

Get a set of four for $5.89 (available in two colors). 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly (pictured above) says about these: "This is me wearing them for takeoff for a Newark > Edinburgh red-eye flight and I had zero problems! I normally swap from these to the Mack's Earplugs once we're up at a cruising altitude and I really block out noise from other passengers. So they're not really noise-canceling, but worth the extra room in your personal bag!" 

Promising review: "This product has changed my life. I travel fairly frequently and always have issues with ear pressure on the plane. My ears will be clogged up, and it is painful to swallow for a day or two after short-distance flights. But now, I use these and fly incident-free. You are supposed to insert them before the plane takes off and then before landing. I have found that it works best if I leave them in the entire flight from before takeoff until landing, but they work almost as well if you take them out once you reach cruising altitude." —Thomasina

Each set includes a hand lotion, body lotion, lip balm, and a foot cream. 

Promising review: "The foot cream works wonders on the heels. It has a thick consistency, and it's a bit greasy, so it may be hard to put on, but it'll be worth it in the end for those baby-soft heels. I just put socks on for 15 minutes while I wait for my skin to absorb it. The lotion and lip balm are also great to have for travel, in the office, or in your purse." —Kerrrns

BodyGlide is a small business that specializes in chafe-preventing personal care products. 

Promising review: "Miracle worker. This stuff is seriously magic. I glide it along problem areas on my feet AND the shoes, and I hardly ever get blisters anymore. Cannot recommend this enough!" —Alexandra 

Promising review: "This cute phone umbrella is the best little find! It works so well! My phone did not get hot at the beach, and you can see your phone screen just fine, too! The magnet is strong, and I love the extra ring to hold on to. I’m ordering more for gifts because this is so cute and it’s awesome!" —Gina 

Get it from Amazon for $12.34 (available in nine colors). 

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