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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. I will absolutely hold your hand as you add these to your cart. This medium-coverage concealer can be applied with your fingers or a brush. BuzzFeed writer Heather Braga raves about this! Check out her Catrice under-eye brightener review. Promising review: "I believe I was born with dark circles under my eyes, and I have spent the last 50+ years looking for something that will cover my dark circles. I’ve spent a lot more money on products that do a lot less. And I was very hesitant to buy something so inexpensive, as I thought it would not work. I was surprised to find my circles a lot lighter, and my eyes are looking much more alert and younger. I’m very pleased with this product!" —Lafinrsm Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four tones). BuzzFeed contributor Sam Wieder uses these all the time! Check out her Wet & Forget shower cleaner review. Promising review: "I have well water. Something in my well water reacts with copper plumbing and turns my shower tiles blue. Since my bathroom color scheme isn't on the blue spectrum, this is problematic. The well water also causes the shower glass to film up quickly. I've tried dozens and dozens of cleaners and scrubbed ’til my arms ached, trying to get ahead of the blue and scumminess. My ambition in life is NOT to be a full-time bathroom scrubber! I saw this stuff on a professional house cleaner's TikTok (sorry, I don't remember which one) and thought, 'What the heck, might as well give it a try.' Oh my goodness, the first day after my shower, I sprayed this stuff all over and walked away. The next morning, there was a NOTICEABLE reduction in the blue, and the glass looked clearer, too. Day two, I sprayed again and walked away. The next morning, the blue was gone except for a few spots on the floor tile, and the glass looked amazing. Day three, I sprayed the remaining spots, and the next morning, the shower practically looked new. NO SCRUBBING AT ALL!!!! This is my new favorite shower cleaner. The ONLY con I have is that it makes me sneeze while I'm spraying from inside the shower, but I can live with that." —L. J. Petillo Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in two scents, two sizes, and a pack of two). Promising review: "I had no idea that cleaning a Keurig was a thing. I bought these because I saw them on TikTok, believe it or not. I wanted to give it a go because my Keurig isn’t that old, and I didn’t think it would do anything. IT WORKS SO WELL! My Keurig wasn’t as nasty as some I’ve seen, luckily. I would highly recommend. Keeps everything running correctly and clean." —Lauren BuzzFeed Shopping writer Gabby Manjarrez is a fan — check out her Cosrx Snail Mucin Essence review to learn more! Promising review: "I've tried several facial serums, but this snail mucin serum truly exceeds my expectations. From the very first applications, I noticed my skin looked more hydrated and had a much more even texture. It has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky feeling, making it ideal for both daily use and nighttime routines. "What I love most is that it doesn't irritate the skin — even my sensitive skin — and I've seen a real reduction in fine lines and rough patches. Plus, the packaging is practical and easy to use. The scent is mild and not at all overpowering, which is a real plus." —Sayda Rubio 💋 Promising review: "This is a game-changer for my skincare routine! It effectively removes makeup, dirt, and impurities without stripping my skin. The oil has a gentle formula that’s perfect for sensitive skin, and I love how it cleanses deep into my pores, leaving my face feeling fresh and hydrated. The heartleaf extract helps to calm my skin, and it’s been great for controlling blackheads. It doesn’t leave an oily residue, and my skin feels smooth and clean after each use. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for an effective, gentle cleanser!" —Manju Shree Kumaravel Read more about sulfite allergies and wine at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "I will admit, I was a bit skeptical before I purchased these. My boyfriend has never been able to drink wine due to an allergy to sulfites. He has tried several times over the years with both red wine and white wine, but after one sip, he would begin to get itchy and wheezy. I have always been a wine drinker and recently moved to San Francisco. I have been thoroughly enjoying living so close to Napa and Sonoma. I decided there had to be a solution, and Amazon did not disappoint. These wands are super easy to use, and we have been able to enjoy multiple bottles of wine together with no reactions! I can even tell that it aerates very well and helps bring out some of the flavors when I compare our glasses to each other. I would definitely recommend!!" —Amanda Taylor Get a 3-pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in larger pack sizes). BuzzFeed writer Heather Braga says it "works wonders." Check out her full The Pink Stuff review! Promising reviews: "I have never seen my sink so clean! It removed the limescale with a regular wash cloth and a little scrubbing." —Cndrla "I need this in bulk!! I have tried so many cleaning solutions to get out hard cooking stains on my stove top and nothing worked! This stuff took it right out without a problem!!" —Micaela Gunderson Promising review: "Wow! First of all, I was shocked when I noticed that my toilet tank was so filthy. I never look in there, but there was a reason that my toilet bowl needed to be scrubbed every day. The tank was so nasty I couldn't even see the bottom. I really didn't want to drain the water and scrub the tank, then I saw this. I honestly didn't expect that it would actually work since my tank was so nasty. I dumped this little miracle product in the tank, left it overnight, and the next morning, I saw a much cleaner tank. I can actually see in there now. No draining or scrubbing. Amazing stuff!" —Linda Baker Promising review: "I never understood how people could go more than two days without washing their hair, and now I know. This has been a lifesaver! I was looking for an alternative to my spray dry shampoo, and this is even better. It literally dries up the oil and makes hair look freshly washed." —Mandy Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in three shades). Promising review: "I don't like to talk about it, but every year my nose becomes super dry to the point where I sometimes get a bloody nose. I usually use some squeeze saline, but it got so bad this year that I decided to get this gel. A dab on a finger or a swab and my nose is hydrated, moistened, and not dry as a desert. No winter bloody noses! It is very light, it is not slimy or like Vaseline, and it does not have any smell." —Catherine Promising review: "I absolutely love these things! I have five kiddos. These gel stamps keep my toilet cleaner and fresher-smelling for longer, which is a definite plus with four boys. These have an easy, no-mess application. I finally just put them on my Subscribe & Save so I always have them ready." —Alyssa M Promising review: "This gadget is amazing. It does not take up any space, is easy to use, and easy to clean. When you are done steaming your face, it feels incredible. Your pores are opened up, and your skin feels soft and clean; it's ready for the products you like to use. It has made a huge difference in my skin in just the few times that I have used it so far." —missusms Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three colors). 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 Schmidt Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS. It specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed for deeper cleans. Here's what writer Emma Lord has to say: "I love it just after the first few days of use! I use an electric toothbrush usually, 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." Promising review: "I'm amazed at how well this toothbrush cleans my teeth — it definitely gets between the teeth and also, more importantly for me, gets in the small, deep crevices in my molars where I always have food stuck, and regular toothbrushes couldn't get stuff out. I brush more often (after meals/snacks) because of how effective it is. As stated, definitely go easy around the gums. The bristles feel soft but will cause your gums to bleed if you use regular pressure. Nice and easy does the trick, SO WELL!" —Jason A. Get a pair from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a four-pack). 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 Check out our ChomChom pet hair remover review for more deets! Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three colors). Promising review: "These exfoliating gloves have been a game-changer in my body care routine! The gloves are not abrasive, so they do not leave your skin feeling raw and tender. They get all the dead skin off and even deodorant residue. It’s amazing to see all the dead skin roll off your body when you use it! I use it about twice to three times a week, and I will never look back. My skin has never felt or looked this good!" —Ranyah Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five styles and in packs of two). While weighted eye masks have even less evidence than blankets do and very well may be placebo, they’re a similar concept to weighted blankets. You can read more about what weighted blankets help with and how from Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "Love these. These are soft and very comfortable, and they seriously black out every bit of light. I love them. I would highly recommend. I’ll probably never sleep without them again." —AJ Get a pack of two from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four color combinations). Promising review: "These are the only dryer balls I've found that actually made me not need fabric softener sheets. It cuts down on static and I don't find pet fur clinging to my clothes when I pull them out of the dryer." —Bumblebee33 Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four styles and in larger pack sizes). Lovoir Beauty is a small biz based in New Zealand! Promising review: "I don’t wear makeup because I pretty much don’t know how to...I thought I’d give this a go because I have no skills and can’t do a cat-eye to save my life. But I was able to do this on the first try! I really thought it was going to take a while to get the hang of things but it didn’t! Truly amazing and it stays on all day and comes off easily! Love love love!" —Ilana Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three sizes). BuzzFeed contributor Sam Wieder uses these all the time! Check out her Glisten Garbage Disposal Cleaner review. Promising review: "Takes away that gross smell. It seems counterintuitive to put a little packet down your garbage disposal to clean it, but this does actually seem to work, at least for getting out weird smells that baking soda and vinegar don't really touch. I scrub the sink down first, especially around the garbage disposal area, rinse it down, and then just follow the directions on the package. I have used it with single, large-size sinks and with double sinks — the only difference is that the double sink will have blue cleaning foam rise up the drain, which you rinse away when the disposal sounds clear again. I have tried the foaming cleaner in a can, but unfortunately, it stopped coming out of the can about 10% of the way through. Went back to this tried and true." —KS Promising review: "This is one of those items you didn’t know you needed, and once you get it you can’t help but wonder how you ever managed before. I absolutely hate taking the shower curtains off because of the whole open and close for multiple shower curtains. I know you’re like, ‘It’s just shower curtain hooks.’ And it is. But when you have to change out the creepy shower liner that likes to attack you, and you dread doing so, this just adds seconds to your life. No more unsnapping. Simply take out the liner, place the liner on the appropriate hook, and presto." —Nardsbaby Get it from Amazon for $6.45+ (available in 19 colors). Promising review: "It's gross in the most spectacular way. The amount of disgusting gunk that came out of my face was appalling, and I instantly gagged. However, my nose has never felt so clean and smooth for consecutive days. If you have oily skin, I definitely recommend washing your face first and applying it to the nose before moisturizing the rest of your face. If I could give this 10 stars, I would. Everyone is getting this for Christmas...maybe because it's not cheap." —Justina Promising review: "I hate washing my brushes. I've always done it by hand, and it's always caused the big fluffy powder brushes to feel rougher or become matted, no matter how hard I try to reshape them. I got this solution and used it with a makeup brush spinner, and I couldn't BELIEVE how amazing my brushes were afterward! I also have sensitive skin, and most any soap I put on a brush will cause me to break out when I use it later, no matter how well I typically rinse it. But I really think that this cleaner + the brush spinner worked great and I haven't had any sensitive bumps on my skin since using them!" —Chelsea BuzzFeed Shopping writer Sally Elshorafa has this and loves it. Check out her Bissell Little Green Machine review! Promising review: "Yup, saw it on TikTok and had to buy it. My car's upholstery was so dirty from my dogs and years of NOT getting it deep cleaned. This is a game-changer. I should've taken a before and after because it was awesome. Not to mention how satisfying it is to see the dirty water get sucked back into the tank. Easy to prep. Easy to use. Easy to clean. I definitely recommend" —Taylor Have coilier hair? This paddle brush might work better for you! Promising review: "I have a headful of thick, wavy, shoulder-length hair. I sometimes wear it curly, but when I want it smooth, this tool is a huge time saver. I used to have to section my hair and spend half an hour or more flat-ironing it. I still section it a little, but I can go from a big mop of mess to a sleek flip in very little time. I just spritz my hair and go to work. I have arthritis, and it is a big bonus that the handle is big, so I don't have to use a pinch grip to hold it. I also have shoulder pain, and the less time I can spend with my arms over my head, the better. This tool is worth every penny." —Anonymous Get it from Amazon for $37.95+ (available in two styles and four colors). BuzzFeed writer Jenae Sitzes uses this all the time. Check out her Essence False Lash Effect Mascara review! Promising review: "The best I’ve tried so far, and I used Dior, Tarte, Too Faced, you name it. I always have a problem with brand-new mascara because they have too much product on the brush, especially in the first few uses, and my lashes stick together. I didn’t have this problem with this one. I could layer it without any product starting to fall off or my lashes sticking together. And I love that they don’t test on animals." —Detti Get it from Amazon for $4.97+ (available in four colors). Nori is a woman-owned small business based in Connecticut, hoping to make your life easier with this all-in-one travel iron and steamer. Promising review: "I am not an iron girl, but this product sold me. It is so easy to use. The Nori is portable, so I take it with me everywhere. It has helped me to look sharp at weddings and weekends away. At home, I can refresh my dresses and shirts before starting work and going out. I would highly recommend this product to everyone who might be thinking of a change. No more heavy irons and dry-cleaning for me. Thank you, Nori!" —Elizabeth M Get it from Amazon for $95.99+ (available in five colors) and Nori for $124 (available in six colors). Promising review: "Such a great product! I used to spend anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes cutting veggies, and now it literally takes seconds! Cuts down on my prep time significantly and doesn’t make cooking a chore anymore!" —Britney Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five colors). Promising review: "Buy it!!! You need to buy this product!!! This gel starts working almost immediately after applying it. I’m renting an apartment that previous renters didn’t take really good care of. Unfortunately, bathroom caulking is something landlords don’t replace often. So I’ve been battling moldy caulking ever since I started to live here. I have bought every product on the shelves to get rid of the mold, but they don’t work. Finally, I stumbled upon this product recommendation, and I decided that I’ll give it a try before replacing the caulk myself. And WOW! It actually worked!!!" —Damaris Nieves Check out our Skylarlife mold and mildew removal gel review for more deets! Promising review: "I’m pretty sure there is magic in these. I have spent so many hours scrubbing at different spots on my area rugs (compliments of my dog's sensitive stomach), and there are still spots that just won’t come clean. You literally lay these down, step on them for a few seconds, and walk away. I generally leave it for 24 hours, but I’m not sure if that’s really necessary. The next day, you can see the stain on the pad, and the rug is spotless." —Mindi Promising review: "I was getting these weird white 'waterline' stains in my stainless steel coffee tumblers that I couldn't get out. I tried the Dollar Tree version of these, and the mugs looked clean at first, but when they dried, the stains had returned. I saw the good reviews of Bottle Bright, so I gave them a try. I used boiling water and let them soak overnight. All of my tumblers look brand new! I love these tabs, and I will never be without them again!" —cc Promising review: "I always see reviews for these with people stating that they wish they'd have made the switch to a bidet MUCH sooner. I seriously hate using other bathrooms that are not equipped with a bidet. Wishing I had made this purchase long ago and joined the clean butt club!" —Klint Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in five colors). Click & Carry is a small business that specializes in easy carry accessories. Promising review: "TikTok made me buy it. This is great when you have a few bags and a box — for example, if you balance the bags, you can throw it over your shoulder and walk inside and have two free hands to carry the box, which is great. Product seems well-built and is comfortable on your shoulder or hand because of the padding." —Hung Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six colors and in packs of two). BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord is a fan of these! Check out her Dr. Scholl's foot masks review. Promising review: "After some shoes killed my feet after walking all day in Europe, this foot mask saved the day. It felt AMAZING on my feet and helped me recover a lot faster than just taking ibuprofen. Don’t travel abroad without this!" —Maria 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. Taylor Steele is a staff writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who focuses primarily on practical and problem-solving products (although you can also catch her writing about cute, fun, and ~weird~ products, too!). The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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