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40 Products You’ll Find So Impressive You’ll Tell Everyone To Buy ‘Em (But Go Easy, That’s Our Job)
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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. Don't even tell me you haven't tried The Pink Stuff yet. Being that I literally write about products that are awesome for a living, I feel like you should absolutely take my advice when I tell you the items in this list are up to snuff. From an exciting new WD-40 pen and an anti-nausea relief inhaler to a self-warming pet bed and FryAway cooking oil solidifier, something in here is SURE to make you say, "Hmm, I need this." Promising review: "Who doesn’t need a WD-40 pen?? Seriously, just pop this little guy open and fix your squeaky doors, tough zippers, and whatever else you can imagine. It works great for tough-to-reach spots where you don’t want a bunch of drippy stuff. Sure, it’s a lot more dollars per ounce than the ol’ trusty giant can as far as value for money, but the convenience is unmatched. The packaging and pen cap are durable and sturdy, and I cannot imagine them being damaged before the pen runs out. A GREAT gift for the fix-it human in your life!" —Khalie Lynch Get a pack of three from Amazon for $12.49. Bonus — the insulation of these also keeps cold food like ice cream colder for longer (and helps prevent your fingers from freezing!). Promising review: "These bowl huggers were larger than expected and do a great job of protecting your hands from the heat so you can place the bowl on the table. Very colorful and a great addition to your kitchen. Plan on getting a set for my daughter and son for Christmas gifts!" —Ljoy20 Get a set of five from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in two color sets). Note: For AirPods 2/3/4, this only works if you have a wireless charging case. The case included with the standard models of these do not include wireless charging capabilities. Promising review: "I love it!! It saves so much space and minimizes all the cords. I also love how it comes in more colors than just black and white. Worth the investment. 😃" —Rebecca Jordan Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in five other colors at various prices). Each set comes with a carrying case and several sizes of silicone tips to get your perfect fit! Promising review: "I have been eyeing these for a while, but wasn't sure. The first day I had them, I actually fell asleep reading and was out like a light for a few hours. My mom is hard of hearing, and we're a very loud family, so I got these to take some of that volume down when I've got a headache (a frequent occurrence). I wear them much more often than anticipated. They are so easy to change the tips to the right size and fit into your ears. They're very small, so like I mentioned, I can lie down and sleep in them but still hear very well if I need to be woken up. They're high-grade material and come in a case that snaps shut and fits on my keys or in my pocket. They block out almost all background noise, no fans, no AC units, but I can still have a conversation with them sealed in place. I kinda want them in every color now!" —laura locke Check out the Loop Store on Amazon for more options based on your sound-blocking needs! Get them from Amazon for $19.95 (available in five colors). Read more about reflexology, acupressure, and how it can help with stress at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "Absolutely LOVE this foot massager!! I have tried many foot massagers before, but this one by far surpasses all the others. I have foot problems, and this massager alleviates the pain. And the heat option is wonderful. Very relaxing." —Heather Get it from Amazon for $149+ (available in two styles). Promising review: "This product delivers exactly as promised and is incredibly easy to use. I suffer from dry skin and often apply various products to soften my feet. With this, I simply spray it on and immediately massage it in with my hands. The dead skin comes off effortlessly. There's no waiting time, and it's gentle on the skin. It leaves my feet feeling exceptionally soft. This has quickly become my new favorite thing." —KimT Promising review: "Crème de pistachio is divine. The lotion is so smooth and goes on really nicely. It absorbs into the skin quickly and leaves the skin feeling hydrated. The scent is really pleasant and not overpowering. I will definitely purchase again." —xWx Promising reviews: "This fits perfectly in my small purse. I love that I can use this for my nighttime outings to take great selfies, but also for work during my meetings. It has warm lights, white lights, and a combination of both. You may also change the intensity of each. It really makes you look great." —Araceli Grande "As a remote employee, this is an item I use daily. Compact, reliable, clips easily to a laptop. The lighting is nice. I like that. It comes with a USB cable so you don't have to recharge it. It does exactly what it needs to do. Great for team meetings, especially if you have an office space that doesn't have the best lighting." —Abbie M Reeves You can either use it as a scent inhaler or rub it directly on the tip of your nose for relief. Read more about essential oils and morning sickness at Mayo Clinic, peppermint oil and nausea in one small study at the National Library of Medicine, and aromatherapy at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "Took this on my first cruise. Anytime when I started to feel woozy I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot — and breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!" —Willy&Lilly Get it from Amazon for $12.99 for a pack of two (also available in a pack of four). Promising review: "Nice and thin. You'll find so many more uses for these around the house than just getting stuff off the underside of cookware! I had hard, scaly water deposits on the glass surrounding our powder room faucet (one of those fancy, highfalutin modern-looking things). I've tried everything for four years to get this stuff off. One day I thought, maybe i'll try my sponges. Took it all off super easily!!!! Faucet looks like new. My only rec is to spot-test your item first before using it because it will scratch certain surfaces if you scrub too aggressively (for example, it gets the burned-on, weird stuff off of the bottom of my fave Our Place pan, but I rubbed too hard in one spot and it took the color right off lol)." —Hoarder Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sponge thicknesses). BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord has personally tested this baby out. She said: "I was very adamant about not buying this for the longest time because I am stubborn about "expensive" beauty products, but this is worth every penny and then some. It's so lightweight and layerable, it's foolproof to apply, and I have yet to wear a single outfit it doesn't complement??? I love watching it instantly elevate a casual look or add simple elegance to dressy ones. I wear it every day now, and after weeks of use, I've barely made a dent. Also, and maybe this is just me, but I tend to get pigment on my teeth with a lot of lip products, and I've simply never had an issue with this magic stick. Anyway, watch this TikTok of someone using it on their lips AND cheeks, because I did and oops, this lipstick FELL into my cart." Promising review: "We are big fans of this bed. Bruce, a very tall and handsome kitty, has dibs on this one — so it’s a good thing there’s another one for his brother Egon. It’s big enough for a bigger-butted cat and fluffy and well-made, and the self-heating panel means I don’t feel guilty for keeping the thermostat at 65." —tbinkc Check out a TikTok of the foot masks in action. BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord loves these: "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. Promising review: "I cook outside, and lighting a fire during wet and windy weather was a real pain. This lighter was a game-changer! As long as the material is dry, this lighter will light regularly, consistently, and easily. Plus, it’s rechargeable! Love it!" —Sandra Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in seven colors and as a two-pack). FryAway is a US-based small business specializing in planet-friendly cooking waste solutions. Promising review: "I will always keep this stocked in my house! My husband sent me a TikTok, I know I know, and I thought it couldn't hurt to try it out. I loved after the first night! I could easily remove the hardened oil and throw it out." —Roberta Promising review: "Saw on TikTok (don’t judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you’re left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." —Jessica Hamilton Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78+ (also available as a pack of 24). Just pop them into the tray where you'd normally put detergent (or on the bottom of your dishwasher if you're washing dishes at the same time), and run as usual! Promising review: "This was simple to use, smelled good, and I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the dishwasher after the recommended cleaning cycle. This product actually did what it advertises that it will do! Great results, fairly economical — and by the way — it works!" —Old Southern Charm Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99. Dermasuri is a small business that specializes in skincare and personal care products. Check out a TikTok of the back scrubber in action. Promising review: "I used this back scrubber the day after it arrived, and I love it. Finally, I have an easy-to-use and more effective way to scrub my back. I saw the dead skin fall to the shower floor. Wow! And it easily rinsed cleaned, too." —Naomi M. Promising review: "I know — it is a little strange to love a veggie brush, but the bristles have just the right stiffness and 'give' to clean potatoes, carrots, parsnips, etc. I haven't used it on corn-on-the-cob yet, but I think it will do quite well without damaging the kernels. (If not, I'll do a follow-up on this review.) As with most Oxo products, it is ergonomically designed and even fits in my smaller, chunky hands — so much so, I believe it would be a good tool for arthritic cooks." —D. Lofthus 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, it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." —Meowser Clean Skin Club is a US-based small business specializing in hygienic, vegan, and cruelty-free skincare products. Promising review: "I absolutely love these. I saw these on TikTok and bought them. I will be buying more. They are great for my face. Really soft and VERY durable and strong, even when wet. You can wash your face [with it] or just dry your face, either way, it’s the best option." —Sahara Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $17.95 (available in other pack sizes). Promising review: "Anyone with lots of hair knows it takes quite a few bobby pins to hold it all in place. This product holds them all with a strong magnet, while still allowing easy grabbing. Much better than storing them loose or in a container." —Janae C. Schaft Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in two colors). Promising review: "One of the best cleaning tools I own in my home. I use it for everything I need to dust. Not just for baseboards anymore!! Plus, it can be washed and air-dried!! Love my Baseboard Buddy!! The pole is long enough that you can even use to to do your fan blades. 😉 The pads are super absorbent, and you can even add a touch of soap and a couple of drops of water or cleaner for those troubled areas as well. I highly recommend this product!!" —Lori Sitzler The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. I've personally tested this out and it has become an essential part of my daily routine. As a mom of two I gotta just say I am TIRED. So tired that I'm not sure what my face even looks like without bags under my eyes — that is, unless I've got the Catrice "Instant Awake" on. A little really goes a long way and has great coverage. I wore it throughout my sister's wedding weekend in Aruba and, despite the heat, it stayed perfectly in place. An incredible product for an even more incredible price... 10/10 from me. Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Monica T. Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). Jerome Alexander is a small business that specializes in airbrush cosmetic products. BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord is a fan, "HELLO — I found this through a recommendation on a Reddit beauty forum for people in their thirties, and I am OBSESSED. I am not very skilled with makeup and was intimidated by the brush factor, but it's nearly foolproof. This foundation straight-up glosses over my pores and redness and makes my skin look so even-toned and natural that it doesn't look like I used much foundation at all. It's a bit price-y compared to brands I used in the past, but I'm still on my first bottle of it, and it's been three full months. I hope this never stops getting made. It is so lightweight and lovely and has made my makeup routine feel like a TREAT." Promising review: "Bought this because I saw it on TikTok, and it did not disappoint. I love the lightweight feel of it and how easy it is to build." —Smickens Get it from Amazon for $13.98 (available in 12 shades). Promising review: "So easy to set up! All you do is peel tape and adhere to a CLEAN and DRY door. Also looks great, I don't even notice it. I had a huge gap under my door. I could smell and hear everything from the hallway. Smells, drafts, and sound all are less of an issue now." —Brit B. Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors). Promising review: "I’ve been using this for a few weeks, and I love it. It cleans the salt off my dogs’ paws so easily. When it’s super dirty and the streets are covered in salt, I’ll refresh the water supply. I add a few drops of their doggie shampoo, and it works great. It is so easy to use. I have four dogs in NYC. I have to wash their feet after every walk because the streets are so filthy. It would take me about 10–15 minutes to clean their paws with a spray bottle and towel. Now, it takes about five minutes. And the towel doesn’t end up filthy. The dirt gets caught in the cup. Plus the dogs seem to like it. The silicone bristles must feel good. A huge thumbs up!" —Sandra Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in sizes S–L and eight colors). Promising review: "I like all the things about this bed warmer. I had one in the past and got rid of it because we could feel the wires as we laid on them. Not this one. It works well. Just need to figure out what number setting I want. I also really like the timer setting since I often freeze as I go to sleep and then boil half way through the night. But not anymore!! :)" —Fairmaiden Get it from Amazon for $55.96+ (available in twin– California king sizing). Promising review: "The patches work great, I could see a difference just after a few uses. They stick really well and stay on all night. They feel cool and soothing and I love how easy they are to use. Highly recommend!" —M. Brinson Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $18.89. Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and wanted to get it. I wear glasses every day and often don't realize how dirty they are until I see a reflection through them. I've used cloths before but they get weirdly oily and then leave smear marks. This does not. I love it so much and I don't lose it in my purse." —Clair F It also has a spout so you can control how much liquid you pour out, and its compact design won't take up much storage space! Promising review: "Typically, I am not a fan of one-trick kitchen utensils. But this thing is a game-changer!! Regular strainers are clunky and take up too much space, and pouring scalding hot liquid into them while heavy food splashes around is dangerous and messy. This eliminates that. Seriously, how have I lived my life without this? I remember making a very large and heavy batch of soup stock, and it was difficult enough to just lift the pot and pour, let alone safely into a strainer that could easily move or tip over if I poured too quickly…but this baby made the transfer so easy it’s almost laughable that anyone would use a normal strainer these days! It’s sturdy, stays in place, is small and lightweight, won’t rust, is easy to clean, and doesn’t burn your hands after being submerged in liquid fire. What else could you ask for in a strainer? Enough already, just buy it!" —Kellu Get it from Amazon for $13.44+ (available in six colors). Promising review: "I bought this product because the needle in my Keurig 2.0 keeps clogging, causing inconsistent brew and taste. These cleaning cups fixed both of my issues and I especially liked that it was 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 West Gripstic is a small business that specializes in reusable chip clips. Promising review: "I'm a stickler about stale chips and have always used those little snapping clips. I thought they worked pretty well, but they really don't compare to Gripstics. The snack that proved this the most was Pirate's Booty. If these are exposed to air for more than three minutes, they turn into styrofoam peanuts. I promise they're just as fresh as when you first open them with Gripstics. They're going to be my go-to chip clips moving forward." —Rachel Campbell Get a set of 24 from Amazon for $19.95 (available in five sets). This gadget doesn't attach to the car seat, so no need to fret about kiddos unbuckling themselves while you're driving. Promising review: "Love that my kindergartner can unbuckle himself. It makes morning school drop-off SO MUCH EASIER! And he likes the independence of being able to do it himself!" —Lauren Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in seven colors). After hearing what incredible things The Pink Stuff can do, I finally ordered it and tried it for myself. Honestly, wow! It really does work wonders. I tried it first on my Le Creuset cast iron pan (seen above, right) and was really amazed at how just one pass with The Pink Stuff (and a scouring brush) took off almost every stain! I can't wait to try it on literally everything in my home that needs a deep cleaning. Promising review: "I’m very impressed! It removed stubborn mold and grime from my shower tile grout with a hard-bristle toothbrush. It removed hard water stains from my sinks and faucets. I noticed it really does remove mineral buildup, but it takes a lot of elbow grease and repetitive applications before you start seeing progress. The texture feels similar to mixing honey with sugar to make a lip scrub, except it’s super-fine grit and more pasty, like putty or clay. It works amazingly so far! No overpowering smell (barely any smell at all), easy to use, and a little product goes a long way. Overall, very pleased and impressed so far. Highly recommend!" —Marissa Promising review: "I’d yet to find anything (even foundation) that could cover up my red areas. Cheeks, chin, nose, and forehead. It comes out green, but has a gorgeous, lightweight finish with a tint that indeed covers my redness beautifully. There’s no greasiness to it at all. It dries down to a beautiful matte finish. It’s super easy to use. I use my fingers. The texture is like silk. It leaves my face baby-soft, not sticky at all. It doesn’t settle into my fine lines or wrinkles, and I don’t need powder to 'bake' it under my eyes. It also covers the black circles under my eyes." —Julie F. Get it from Amazon for $10.97 (available in two styles). My son is prone to getting *very* high fevers, so I've always needed to have a reliable thermometer on hand. I truly love the Frida Baby one (and, honestly, everything the brand makes), as it can be used in more than one way. I like having the option to take his temperature on his forehead and in his ear, then compare the two to get a pretty accurate reading. It lights up green if the temperature is good and red if it's a bit too high (or low!). It's so easy to use. Both of my toddlers know how to use it on their own (they like to check their stuffed animals for fevers, haha). I've literally never had to change the batteries, and I've had it for over two years! Promising review: "So easy to use!! Popped it straight out the box and was able to use without instructions. In fact even my 3-year-old was able to use it on her own without my help. Definitely a must have!" —Nichelle Promising review: "I bought the Benefit version a couple of months ago and was very underwhelmed by it, but this product is sooo soo much better than Benetint. The pigment is so good and natural at the same time. A 10/10 for sure. And at this price point what’s there not to like?" —Rachael Get it from Amazon for $6.20+ (available in nine shades and combo packs). Promising review: "This product does exactly what it says it does. I saw this product on TikTok. I was surprised at how easily it picks up dust and small debris, especially from inside of vents and cup holders. It’s also great for the screen in my car! The only complaint is the very artificial smell when you use it. It doesn’t last, just when it’s out of the container!" —Loren Promising review: "I had a horrible gray ring on the bottom of my shower that was impossible to remove. I had tried the Dawn Dish Soap method (with a lot of scrubbing), and even used toilet bowl cleaner to try to remove the soap scum. My next step was to tear out and replace the shower pan and tile. I figured this was my last chance and ordered the Wet and Forget Shower Spray and really coated the shower walls and floor pan and walked away. I CANNOT begin to tell you how happy I was to rinse down the walls sometime later and watch all that crud roll right down the drain!! This is the best product I have ever used!! Works great and no toxic fumes!!" —Amazon Customer 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 Heather Braga, a Shopping editor (and mom to two toddlers) who covers a variety of topics, including things that'll make parents' lives (hopefully) easier, exciting gadgets, cozy products (think: home goods and fashions that'll make you want to snuggle), and any magical Disney item that crosses her path.