A WD-40 pen — a multi-use lubricant in a convenient pen form! This works great at stopping squeaks, protecting against corrosion, loosening rust, and removing grime!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 in the house toolbox." — BBP623Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.49.A grape cutter if grapes are your tot's fave snack, but it takes you forever to cut them up by hand. This will quickly slice grapes into quarters, so they're less of a choking hazard. It's also safe enough for your little one to use (with your supervision, of course)., Promising reviews: "LOVE it. It took three minutes to cut grapes that would have taken me at least 10. As a mom of a toddler, those minutes are precious. It was also fun and easy to use." — Jacqueline"I wish I had had this a LONG time ago. This little gadget has come in so handy. If you have a toddler or small child, you NEED this. It quarters grapes, cherry tomatoes, olives, etc., so they aren’t choking hazards for little ones. So much faster than slicing every tiny grape up yourself. 10/10 would recommend." — Sara WaitsGet it from Amazon for $13.99.An attachable wine aerator that'll transport you to the most luxe of vineyards by infusing air into your wine in order to release its aromas., Promising review: "These wine aerators are FABULOUS! I do wine demos for different wineries, and I don't always have time to let a bottle of wine breathe properly before a demo starts. These greatly enhance the flavor, and they make all the difference in the world. My sales numbers increased greatly. And you can't beat the price!" — AshBashGet a two-pack from Amazon for $15.95 (available in black and rose gold).A pack of washing machine cleaner tablets, because no one wants to toss dirty clothes into a dirty machine. These tablets dissolve to remove any residue that may have built up, so you can be sure your favorite blanket comes out smelling fresh!, Promising review: "I never knew how tough it would be to clean my high-efficiency washer. It is a never-ending battle. Life is a little easier now that I can toss in a tab and have it do most of the work for me." — Maggie DennisGet six tablets from Amazon for $11.98.An electric fabric shaver to safely save your clothes from pills, fuzz, and matted fibers., Promising review: "This thing is excellent. I just 'repaired' two cashmere sweaters and one modal-blend jersey top to like-new condition. The waste compartment fills up quickly and will start clogging the blades if not emptied frequently. I will share one trick I found for emptying the area around the blades. Remove the waste compartment and hold the unit vertically over a garbage can while turning the defuzzer on. Blades will spin, and the rest of the pills will fall out. Enjoy." — Fine Print ReaderGet it from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in two colors).A pack of K-Cup cleaners if you haven't cleaned your machine in awhile and your coffee hasn't been tasting quite like coffee lately. Pop one of these nontoxic cups into your Keurig to give it the deep clean it's been needing., Promising reviews: "I use these every six weeks or so to keep my machine from getting gnarly and disgusting. They do exactly what they promise and are super easy to use. Staple in my household since trying them for the first time." — AL“I bought this product because the needle in my Keurig 2.0 keeps clogging, causing inconsistent brewing and taste. These cleaning cups fixed both of my issues, and I especially liked that they were really quick and easy to use. I put the cleaning pod in and ran one cycle, then took the pod out and ran a rinse cycle to clean out any leftover grinds. FAST, EASY, and GREAT results…VERY HAPPY!!” — Corey WestGet a six-pack from Amazon for $9.99.A box of Color Catcher sheets so your reds and blues don't turn your whites into tie-dye creations. Just toss one of these into the wash and it'll soak up all loose dyes!, Promising review: "I’ve used Color Catchers for many years, so I can wash darks and lights together. They save time and money. (I’ve given boxes to each of my children as they head off to college.) You can tell they work because you see the color they soak up. Recently, a new purple shirt took me by surprise and ran profusely. I had two color catchers in that load, and they both turned deep violet." — Go SteelersGet 72 sheets from Amazon for $8.95.A container of The Pink Stuff for ensuring no sticky saucepans, streaky stainless steel, or gunked-up glass shall prosper against you. This versatile cleaner can also remove those colorful drawings your kids left on your white walls., BuzzFeed writer Heather Braga owns this and swears by it! Check out our The Pink Stuff review!Promising review: "THIS STUFF IS MAGIC. If you’re questioning getting this to clean harder stains or anything, this is your review to read! I was a little skeptical because I’ve tried many things to clean my shower door with the hard-water stains and nothing really ever got it completely clean...this stuff did! I wish I would have taken before pictures. It did take a couple applications and some scrubbing, but honestly I didn’t have to scrub hard. Just used a wet cloth and this and my shower door is now completely clean without any hard water stains! I’m obsessed. Now to see what else I can clean with it." — R. FordGet it from Amazon for $5.97+ (available with or without a sponge).A powerful shower door cleaner designed to get rid of soap scum and hard water stains. Because right now your shower door looks like an abstract painting in a horror movie. Get the sparkling shine you deserve!, Promising review: "Holy cow, I've been trying to get my clear glass shower doors clean using other products, and to no avail; they just weren't getting clean. This product is AMAZING! Worth every penny! You will not be sorry you bought this. After using this product to get the doors sparkling clean, I also used the Rain-X Shower Door Repellent to keep water stains from building up again so that they don't have to be cleaned as often. Buy them both. You won't be sorry." — MellyBGet it from Amazon for $14.03.A remote control couch caddy because losing your Fire TV stick in cushions or to the whims of the monster under your couch is suuuper preventable. Or use it to store your phone so you're not distracted during movie nights.Promising review: "This product is exactly as shown. Rubber backing keeps it from slipping off. Just the right size to hold everything you need. I recommend it." — Madelyn WhiteGet it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two sizes and nine colors).A pet hair remover so you'll be able to reclaim your couch from the mob of fur that's been calling it home in a few quick swipes. And because it doesn't use disposable adhesive strips, you can use this thing over and over and over and over and..., BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Negesti Kaudo had this to say about the ChomChom roller:"I just got one of these, and I use it on everything. My chow chow puppy is only seven months old, so we haven't even hit his true shedding season, but he's already started leaving fur any and everywhere around my house. This roller keeps my couch, bed, blankets, and definitely my clothes, looking like I don't even have a dog at home. It's my new favorite product, seriously."Promising review: "I've had it in my possession for like two hours, and I've cleaned everything. The couch, the blinds, the cat tree pad, the chair; I'm obsessed. I feel like this thing should win an award for being so awesome. I feel like it should be in raffle baskets and giveaways, and silent auctions for every event that highlights 'things cat people need.' It's better than those sticky rollers, and it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." — MeowserGet it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two colors and a mini version for use on the go).A fast-drying white grout pen that'll give your tiles a bright backdrop to gleam against.Promising review: "These things are awesome! I cleaned my bathroom tile grout first because the lady who lived there before me really let it go. A few places stayed stained, and I was worried it wouldn't cover them, but all grout areas are bright white and look new now!" — Donna K CookGet it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two tip widths and a variety of colors).A Bentgo bento box with five kid-portioned compartments that's easy to open, drop-proof, and leak-proof. The compartment tray is removable and dishwasher-safe!, Promising review: "I have two children, ages 8 and 5, and they both love their lunch boxes. We have not had any spills, and it is very easy to clean. My son receives occupational therapy, and he has no problems opening and closing his lunch box. I really like the proportions and that it has five spots for different foods." — Iris ColonGet it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in 33 styles).The Stuff for dogs — a hypoallergenic conditioner for conditioning and dematting your pup's coat. It repels dirt, dust, and urine and protects your pet's coat so you can expect fewer tangles in the future., Promising review: "This is my favorite detangler/leave-in conditioner for my goldendoodle! She has super-tight curls that I have to brush regularly, or she becomes matted. This is great for making her coat shiny and smooth! I am sensitive to fragrance, and this scent is light and does not bug me at all! I would HIGHLY recommend this product for keeping your dog nicely groomed.” — Jillian Travis Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (also available as a concentrate).A set of bedsheet detanglers so you don't have to spend hours in the jungle of your laundry trying not to get devoured by fitted sheets. These will also ensure your sheets actually dry instead of coming out like a moist hairball.Wad-Free is a woman-owned small business working to make sure your laundry day isn't in vain! After wasting time and energy on wadding problems, Cyndi Bray invented Wad-Free for bedsheets.Promising review: "I was mildly skeptical, but it works exactly as promoted! I've used it five times, and each time, there's been no twisting of the sheets and no pillowcases balled up and still wet when the dryer goes off. Super helpful that it comes with two units, one for the top sheet and one for the fitted sheet, so I don't have to split them into separate loads. I no longer dread washing sheets and plan to buy some of these as gifts. LOVE it!" — Amazon CustomerGet it on Amazon for $19.99.A serrated tomato-slicing knife that'll make slicing and dicing so effortless, you might just give Gordon Ramsay a run for his money., Promising review: "I love this knife! I stumbled upon it when I was shopping for a sushi knife. It was so cheap that I decided to take a chance. Wow. It is such a great little knife. Yes, it works perfectly on soft tomatoes. But, to be honest, I use it for many other fruits and vegetables. It is amazingly sharp, the serrated edge is very effective, and it has a great feel in my hand." — Jane S.Get it from Amazon for $16.25.A shoe stretch spray to soften and stretch tight-fitting shoes as you walk in them. Or, use the spray, then insert a wooden shoe stretcher so you don't have to wear them. Either way, stop going through the pain of breaking in leather boots.Amanda Davis / BuzzFeed, , Fellow BuzzFeed writer Amanda Davis swears by this spray. Check out her Foot Matters Shoe Stretch spray review for more information!Promising review: "I purchased my second pair of Dr. Martens three days before I was headed to New Orleans. Seemed like a mistake, right? Maybe it would have been if I didn't have this spray. I used it once and then walked around the house for a bit with some thick socks on. Then I sprayed the boots again, put beer cans inside them, and let them sit overnight. I wore my NEW boots all over three different airports (thanks to layovers) and all over New Orleans. These were the only boots I packed, too. It could have ended up a nightmare, but it didn't! My boots still have a little way to go to be fully broken in, but they are definitely ahead of schedule when I compare them to my first pair. I will use this spray on every pair of boots from now to forever." — laurenGet it from Amazon for$12.99.An under-the-cabinet jar opener because no tight lid will get in the way of you enjoying some good ol' Ragú.EZ Off is a small biz working to make life in the kitchen a little bit easier with their jar opener.Promising reviews: "I have tried a million different tools and gadgets for help in opening jars of all sizes, and each one had its own issues! Finally, someone has invented the perfect jar opener that is simple and requires no space in your kitchen drawers or counters. It works perfectly and easily. I have already placed an order for another one as a gift for my sister." — cat loverGet it from Amazon for $18.99.A pack of two flexible dryer vent cleaners if you suspect trapped lint is causing your clothes to still come out kinda damp. Use this to get all that gunk out, which will also help to prevent dryer fires!Promising review: "I clean my dryer vent after every single use. I was shocked to see so much lint and dust come out!It was very simple to use and it really works! I kept one for myself and gave the other to my daughter." — Shari SchmidtGet it from Amazon for $7.99.A pack of two airplane tray phone mounts so you can watch Heated Rivalry on your phone or tablet without having to hold it the entire flight. Because you shouldn't have to rely on JetBlue's movie collection to stay entertained.Promising review: "I ordered a pair of SkyClips. I keep one on my desk at work and one in my computer bag for when I travel. I'm able to keep my phone next to my computer. My colleagues commented on what a great idea this was and asked where I got it. When I travel, the SkyClip attaches easily to the tray table in front of me. You can adjust the placement of your phone in one of two grooves, giving you the perfect angle, whether the seat in front of you is reclined or not. This is a far better option than trying to lean my phone against a cup or can." — Tom BradyGet it from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in five colors).A plant-based butt mask to smooth and soften your bottom. In only 10 minutes, you'll have the most beautiful cheeks this side of the Mississippi.Amazon, AmazonPromising reviews: "It's inexpensive, and it smoothed my bottom. Good purchase for the price!" — Carey S."Who would've thought? My new obsession: BUTT MASKS. Best used right before a beach/bikini day. Leaves skin smooth and hydrated. Helps lessen visibility of cellulite." — Kellie DanielGet it from Amazon for $10.An epilator for long-lasting hair removal that gets to the root of the problem! Easily go several weeks without needing to shave, so breezy dresses, shorts, and skirts stay at the top of your go-to pile., , It has massage rollers and two speed settings!Promising review: "Since using this, I haven't shaved my legs in months, and used to have to every three to four days. I've honestly seen the best results on my armpits, though; I used to shave them every other day, but since I epilated two weeks ago, I've seen no hair growth and no hair shadow. Way more convenient than waxing, too, because you can target individual shorter hairs as they grow in rather than waiting for everything to grow back a certain length." — k3upikachuGet it from Amazon for $39.94.A blind spot mirror if curbs keep sneaking up on ya when you go to parallel park!AmazonJust clean your side mirror with alcohol (to remove outdoor grime or residue) and attach this round mirror — the 3M adhesive will hold strong. They attach to a pivoting base, so you can adjust them for the perfect view.Promising review: "I bought these for my mom's car and mine a while ago, and these little things are great. Since I've gotten my license, I've hated merging or switching lanes; I never felt good or safe doing it. Having these has been a blessing; I feel less like a scared new driver. I'm currently encouraging my sister and friends to invest in these, too! These are also great for backing up because you can see exactly how close you are to hitting the car behind you. They're helpful when I parallel park in the city, and I like parking backward, so this is great for doing that, too." — Mariam AbassGet a pack of two from Amazon for $6.29+ (available in seven shapes and in packs of four).A doggy travel bag complete with collapsible bowls and storage containers so Barky McBarkerson will have everything he needs on your hikes, plane rides, and road trips., AmazonThis set contains a large travel bag, two collapsible bowls with carabiners, two leakproof food storage containers, a removable shoulder strap, and a removable bag divider.Promising review: "I am impressed with the layout and all of the options of different pockets. I don't know why I didn't buy something like this sooner. It's like a diaper bag for my dogs. I was originally looking just for the collapsible bowls, but when I saw this, it made perfect sense to have everything all in one place while traveling. I did purchase a collapsible scoop for the food separately to complete the setup." — DAKLPGet it from Amazon for $42.95+ (available in seven colors).A set of four acrylic canisters to easily store all your cotton swabs, cotton balls, and cotton pads. Keeping them in their cumbersome and drab cardboard and plastic packaging is not OK anymore., Comes with six pre-printed labels and six blank white labels.Promising review: "This is a perfect size! I use reusable cotton rounds, and I find it difficult to find a holder for them. Most are too small. These are large enough to fit my cotton rounds and cotton swabs. I couldn't be happier!" — Emily McKnightGet it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes, four colors, and in several pack sizes).A cute leather Bagnet because your favorite bar has amazing cocktails and dirty floors. You'll never have to put your purse on the ground as long as you have this sturdy bag magnet!BagnetBagnet is a woman-owned small business based in Sacramento, working to make the lives of women easier.Promising review: "OMG! This is a great product. I keep it in my designer bag, so I don’t have to set it down anywhere disgusting (aka public bathrooms). It works exactly how it’s supposed to! Couldn’t recommend more as a holiday gift or just for yourself." — TereseGet it from Bagnet for $29.99 (available in other colors/styles).Bamboo charcoal shoe deodorizers, if your gym buddy is holding their breath while holding your feet, so you can do 200 sit-ups. These work to absorb odor and moisture that can cause funky smells., Promising review: "I am not one to write reviews, but this product deserves one! I have the absolute sweatiest, smelliest feet, and I have tried every product to help with the smell and sweat; nothing has worked until these! They are AMAZING!! Anyone with sweaty feet needs these!" — TJGet one pair from Amazon for $11.95 (also available in packs of four and six).Learn more about them in our Moso Natural air-purifying bags review.A water bottle organizer so you're not victim to an avalanche of Klean Kanteens whenever you open your kitchen cabinet. It even features adjustable shelves and non-slip feet., Promising review: "This organizer is amazing!!! I always kept our surplus water bottles in the small cabinet above our sink. Every time I took one out, three more would fall out. I am so glad I found this!" — RT17Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and two styles).A book-tracking bookmark you can use to mark your reading progress. Write in all the books you've finished while holding your place in the book you're currently reading. No more dog-earing. Please.British Book Art / EtsyBritish Book Art is a small business creating literary-inspired art, bookmarks, and reading progress trackers.Promising review: "This is absolutely perfect and is exactly what is in the photo. I've been wanting a bookmark like this to help keep track of which books I am reading without having an app that gets clogged up. I would highly recommend this!!!" — Georgia BowenGet it from British Book Art on Etsy for $3.92.A citrus-scented pet odor eliminator if, even after cleaning up after your kitty's mishaps and stains, there's still a lingering smell. Just spray on those spots, and you'll be taking in whiffs of lovely orange peels soon enough.Promising review: "This is it: the solution to all pet odors EVER!!!!! I moved into a rental but could definitely tell there had been a cat here before us. Sorry, cat lovers! They are cute, but they can smell bad if not properly cleaned up after, and I’m seriously allergic!!! So, I knew I had some scrubbing and massive cleaning ahead of me so that I could live here. I bought this, and OMG! It was like magic!!! The smell was gone from every room except the downstairs bathroom, which I figured was the scene of the crime: the litter box location!!!!! I sprayed that room as though I was cleaning up evidence from a horrific crime and got the doorjamb really well. It is unreal, but the smell is GONE." — LauraLizGet it from Amazon for $17.96.A cute handmade macramé fruit hammock so you can take your collection of Granny Smiths off the counter because you need that space to make the pie you're gonna take to your Granny Smith.Knapps Knots / EtsyKnapps Knots is a San Diego–based macramé and woodcraft shop.Promising review: "We love this! We have a tiny apartment kitchen, and this lets us save on counter space and adds a really cool aesthetic! Great quality and the color was exactly as expected." — BrittanyGet it from Knapps Knots on Etsy for $28.90+ (available in two sizes and 12 colors)
31 Practical Things You’ve Probably Never Thought To Buy Before
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