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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. Tinker Bell must’ve really taken her time when she whipped up this new squeezable version of The Pink Stuff. There really is something *magical* about seeing a cleaning product work before your very eyes, isn't there??? If you've yet to experience the true beauty of The Pink Stuff (now in an exciting squeezable tube!), an impressive foaming drain cleaner, an extremely popular O-Cedar spin mop, or an automatic toilet bowl cleaner (just to name a few), you're in for quite a treat as you start to scroll this post. Promising review: "I love this thing! The handle makes it so much easier to wash the walls in my shower. No more grinding my knuckles against the shower wall as I'm cleaning it. Just a handle and an easy glide. They are thick and sturdy and the normal size of a Magic Eraser. I was hoping they would be thicker, but I'm okay with it. I'm definitely a fan and will buy it again!" —Dawne Get a tool and two refills from Amazon for $9.09. Promising review: "Cleaned three items in less than five minutes. Vacuum brush head and two hair brushes that have three girls' long hair. I can’t wait to get the whole vacuum and rug cleaner bristles cleaned. I had to write this review after testing it out. Design is strong, sturdy, and handles great. Highly recommended." —Rob My 2-year-old is a big ice pop fan, so I've got a long life ahead of me to be filled with stain removal. I held her while she sucked down a red ice pop on a 90-degree day. Naturally, it dripped all over my white tank top (note to self: stop wearing white around these kids). I was actually kind of excited because it meant I got to put my newly purchased bottle of Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray to the test! I followed the directions on the bottle that said to dampen the stained area, spray it with the stain remover, then pop it into the washing machine as usual. What do ya know — it really worked! Completely cleared away all the red stains! Not sure what witchcraft has been used to make this product, but I'm here for it. Promising review: "My 1-year-old has taco meat stains ALL over the sleeves of his shirt. The stains were 2–3 days old, too. I sprayed the shirt, let it sit for about 15 minutes, and then washed the shirt with regular laundry soap. Almost every bit of the stains came out. Definitely buying bulk in this product!" —Sloan Avery Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in a variety of quantities) Check out a TikTok of the foaming pink drain cleaner in action. Promising review: "My kids clogged the sink drain with those small gel balls often used for flower arrangements. Nothing could clear it and were impossible to remove. However, this product worked wonders! The foam pushed the gel balls out through the sink’s overflow hole, and the drain was completely cleared. I ended up using it on all the sinks and even the bathtub drains, and it worked perfectly everywhere. Hair clogs, slow drainage—everything was cleared effortlessly. I’m beyond satisfied with this product!" —Tatiana Get it from Amazon for $15.98 (also available in a two-pack). 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 the use of 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 when you mix 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. I haven’t tried it on rust yet, so we’ll see how that goes. Overall, very pleased and impressed so far. Highly recommend!" —Marissa Promising review: "I’m really glad I did. This is so easy to use. It’s so quick and easy and removes really tough stains, and it smells great. I have already used it to clean the inside glass of the oven and to remove stubborn stains on my bathroom tiles that my regular bathroom cleaner couldn't remove. Really good product." —Amazon Customer Promising review: "I didn't take before/after pics because, truthfully, I didn't expect this to do much. I've got a night guard to prevent grinding, and I've had it for years now. I've cleaned it regularly, brushed it, sanitized it daily, etc., but it was distinctly yellow and opaque, so I figured it was from age. I was about to talk to my dentist about replacing it, but I figured I'd give these a try first. LET ME TELL YOU. This thing is now clear and clean and almost like new. It definitely wasn't an instant fix, but it got a little better after each use, and now, it's unrecognizable. If you're on the fence, try this. It's not cheap, but it's way less than a new dental device!" —Katie Get a pack of 120 from Amazon for $22.81. BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer is a fan, "I bought a pack of these recently, and so far love dusting with them! All the dust sticks right on, so you don't end up breathing in all the dust you just tried removing. It's great for baseboards, too!" Promising review: "I had low expectations for this. But I'm really happy to find that they do work really well for a much better price than the name brand. It's pretty much the same as the name-brand Damp Duster, except that the grooves are slightly wider. Dusted tops and fronts of my cabinets in about five minutes, but I'm most impressed with how well it removes pet hair from my couch and clothes, even better than sticky rollers. I have Pomeranians blowing out their winter undercoats, so it's my new fav thing." —onon Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five color packs). You can also use it on carpets, bedding, cloth diapers, etc. Promising review: "Did your child wipe blueberries on you? Dealing with spit up, or even throw up? Was there a poop catastrophe? Look no further than Puracy Instant Spot Remover! I am a big fan of this product and use it as a pretreatment before washing. It has a nice, sweet smell that is not overpowering, and it works quickly. The ingredients are clean too, which is a huge plus. It's so hard to find products that are clean but actually work! I buy the refills because that is more cost-effective than buying the spray bottles over and over. I totally recommend it for any stain!" —Ashley This plant-based cleaner will remove streaks, smudges, and fingerprints from all stainless steel surfaces — sounds very therapeutic to me! Additionally, Therapy Clean is a small business! Promising review: "This is by far the best stainless steel cleaner I have ever used. So easy to apply and I wipe it off with a clean microfiber cloth. It lasts months and I have twin toddlers that are always touching my appliances. No finger prints at all. I highly recommend. Completely safe , no chemicals. Great product." —Martha Promising review: "I seriously can't believe how well these little tablets work. I had the most disgusting Hydro Flask coffee mug; I tried everything — bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, EVERYTHING — and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out COMPLETELY, without even scrubbing. They look brand-new. What a magical product. No weird smell or taste afterward, either. I liked it so much that I used it on another Hydro Flask I use primarily to hold my Bloody Mary mix in the fridge. I couldn't put anything else in it because it would always taste like spicy tomato juice. Bottle Bright to the rescue! No residual smell or taste anymore. AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING." —Amazon Customer Everneat is a small business based in Fairfield, Connecticut that specializes in natural cleaning products. Promising review: "The holy grail of glass stovetop scrubs. I am honestly in awe of the outcome. Follow the directions; wipe it on, let it sit for 25-20 mins and use some elbow grease to scrub it off with the steel wool that comes with it. Wipe it off with a damp cloth, then dry. I cannot begin to explain how much I hated this glass stovetop because of the burn rings I couldn’t get at, even with a razor blade and harsh chemicals. Not even the trusty baking soda/vinegar/dish soap combo came close. Get it. You need it." —Katie Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in three scents). My husband asked for this mop for Father's Day a few years ago and has been telling everyone in his life about it ever since. He adores it! It's so easy to use, it's lightweight, and he has no issue squeezing the water out with the spin tool. It's worked wonders on our wood floors! Promising review: "I never thought a mop could change my life! This mop cuts at least half an hour off my cleaning time, and since I can ring it out so well, it does a fabulous job on my hardwood floors without worrying about puddles of water, which could do damage! The triangular design is great for corners, too! I also like how I can toss the head in the washing machine to clean it. I would highly recommend this mop!" —kh2023 One pad can last up to 100 washes and works on pretty much any surface, from wood to tile to stone. Turbo Mops is a small business! Promising review: "These are life-changing. I used a Rubbermaid spray mop for years that I never really loved, and when it broke, I got a Swiffer and was using the old Rubbermaid mop cloth pads with it still. They didn't fit the Swiffer great, and I decided to get new ones. These scrub so much better and pick up way more dirt than my other mop pad. I have two dogs, and their dried water and drool are around the kitchen, and I used to have to scrub to get that up each time. Not with these pads! I never thought I'd swoon over a cleaning product but...here we are :)." —JB Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.95. Promising review: "I was a little skeptical at first seeing all the mixed reviews, but I wish I had taken a pic of my driver's side cause that was the worst of it, but there was a lot of buildup from me just not having the time or energy to clean my car, but this vacuum is AMAZING! You can see the clear difference between those two photos. 11/10 would HIGHLY recommend." —Kayla Promising review: "I have less of a family, and more of a circus. There's six of us, including the dog. Three children under the age of six. And more grubby hands/fingers than I'd like to think about. I needed an all-in-one, and, boy, have I found it! Aaaand it's easily half the price of the leading brand! Especially with twins (everything baby-related gets purchased twice), we need every penny stretched! It just so happens that we don't have to sacrifice quality, and I really appreciate that." —Mrs. Hawkins 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 it with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend it for weekly maintenance." —Jessica Hamilton Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.74+ (also available as a pack of 24). 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 Promising review: "I saw these on TikTok and bought them when I was visiting family. Tried them out and left a few behind for family and sent a few home with family — everyone is now ordering them and using them. They work great. Each one is on its own plastic shield. Just peel off and center onto your floor drain. I leave mine on for two to three weeks. I'm the only one using my shower, but if it's a shared shower probably wouldn't last that long. It's still a great way to catch hair before going down the drain, because we all know, people say they use the traps but they really don't. A must-have!!" —C. Crocker Get a pack of 25 from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in packs of 50 and and 100). 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: "This works absolutely phenomenally. I would clean the bowl area every weekend, like clockwork, to remove mold or whatever…Our municipal water system may not inject enough chlorine to prohibit? But toilet cleaning is a breeze now!!! Works on the Koehler new low-flush systems… amazing. No chlorine damage to rubber parts, either, like other devices! Pretty simple instructions to install." —CdrW I bought this for myself and OMG. This thing REALLY works. Usually when my husband makes sauce from scratch I'm left with chunks of tomatoes throughout my sink and water that WILL NOT drain — that was until I bought the SinkShroom (which comes from a small business!). My mom was so impressed she bought one, too. It's a serious game-changer. Promising review: "I’ve been a fan of the SinkShroom and TubShroom, and this is the best product from the line so far. My kitchen sinks simply do not clog anymore, so there’s no more reaching into a bunch of water to unclog anything with my hand." —Brady Amerson Promising review: "This odor eliminator is truly amazing and a fantastic solution! With a toddler who is potty training, we faced challenges when she had accidents on the carpet. Toddler urine is notoriously hard to remove, and even after using a vac-style rug cleaner twice, the smell lingered. However, this product covered it up beautifully. Even after it dried, the odor was barely detectable unless you got really close to the carpet. I believe that a few more sprays over time will help eliminate it entirely. Plus, it has a pleasant citrus scent that doesn’t smell harsh or chemical-like. All in all, I'm really impressed with its effectiveness; it’s the only product that has worked this well for us!" —Collin M. Get it from Amazon for $17.96+ (available in three sizes). I have these tablets and use them all the time! They work especially well after the bottom of my dishwasher has gotten stained with detergent residue or a rusty-looking liquid after I've run my baking sheets through the wash. I love knowing I can just pop one into the dishwasher 1, 2, 3, and end up with a clean machine. Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher because the glasses were super cloudy, there was residue, and it wasn't getting clean. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh in Good Housekeeping magazine. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I am amazed!" —Sheila Promising review: "This product works great. My clothes started to smell damp after washing. I put a tablet in to clean my washer, and it works great. The odor from my washer disappeared. Will definitely buy again and recommend to others" —maria phillips I use this stuff constantly and can confirm it's fantastic. I use it on my frying pans and the grill pans from my griddler (which is ALWAYS a pain to clean). It loosens all the gunk and makes cleaning burnt bits and pieces much easier. It also smells incredible — very fresh and delightful! I recently swapped from the "fresh" scent to the "apple" one, and wow, it smells delicious. It also works great for removing stains on clothes (I've seen it remove coffee from a white tee with my very own eyes). Promising review: "This is the best partner in the kitchen!! You need it now and always. Great for hard stains and even for a quick clean. I always have backups and never run out. RUN DON'T WALK TO ADD THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR CART RIGHT NOW." —Carlos G "This makes it so easy to keep my sink clear of dishes. I use it constantly throughout the day. Every time I use a dish, I give it a quick spray, wash it, rinse it, and put it in a dish drainer. It is wonderful. I wish it was a little cheaper as I’m constantly using it; other than that, I love it." —Linda W. Get a pack of four Amazon for $14.87+ (available in three scents). Promising review: "I needed a new toilet brush that would fit in a confined space and didn't tip over easily. The BOOMJOY toilet brush is stylish — if that is an adjective that can be used to describe a toilet brush — functional, and compact. The silicone bristles seem to do the job they were designed to do." —Snowlady Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in five colors). I own and cherish this product. It's a dream knowing the "brush" is fresh and hasn't been intimate with the inside of my toilet before I pick it up again. This set comes with the wand and 16 refills. Promising review: "The primary reason I decided to purchase the Clorox Toilet Wand was so I could clean under my toilet rims, which I noticed was definitely getting neglected via using the standard toilet brushes to clean. Initially, I was looking for a toilet brush that could actually GET under the rim, and that's how I found out about it. Now that I've used it... I can say without a doubt that I'll never go back to a regular brush. I like the cleanliness of disposable brushes compared to a regular toilet brush. And I especially like that I don't have to purchase a second brush with a shape that can clean under the rim, which not only takes up more space but would also take more time, given I'd have to switch back and forth and apply product. With this, I can just clean the entire pot in less than five minutes with the same tool." —Brittney Nelson I have this product and it really does work! It took me a minute to figure out how to apply it, but after reading the enclosed directions it was a cinch! You quite literally stamp it into the inside of the toilet bowl and leave it be. It smells super refreshing for a long time — as if you've cleaned your toilet every time you flush. Promising review: "Okay I was so confused when I opened this but honestly it’s easy to use and after I completely deep cleaned my bathroom, I tried one of these stamps on my toilet. I was sooo skeptical and was confused how they’d work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They’re super interesting but they do the job." —Janet Door-Doc is a small business! You can see it in action on TikTok. Promising review: "This is amazing, a simple tool that has helped kill off the smell from my washer. My washer, when not closed, would swing all the way open, not just a crack. This bad boy leaves it open a few inches so it breathes. The magnet is sturdy enough to hold the door in place but easy enough to pop off if you gently pull the door open." —Sherry S. Get it from Amazon for $28.99 (available in two colors). Promising reviews: "The ChomChom Roller really works. I have two German shepherds who shed SO much, so this was necessary. The ChomChom Roller picked up SO much fur that the vacuum couldn’t." —Ezra Gordon "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 Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in black and in a mini size). Promising review: "Bear is only 7lbs. He’s little. I got this much hair (pictured above, left) off of him in less than five minutes. It’s my first long-haired dog and my first shedding season with him. I’m so happy with this tool. He likes it too! His coat feels great!" —Erin Kelly Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in four colors). I personally can vouch for how amazing this product is. I watched with my own eyes as it magically cleared the grossness from the pipes of my previous apartment's jetted tub. It's pretty disgusting and incredible. Reviewers, like this one, also love that the product doesn't have a chemical smell. Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I’ve cleaned my jets recently with laundry detergent (something I saw to do on Pinterest), but it was no match for this life-changing cleaner!! Absolutely fabulous. Will be purchasing more and adding it to my cleaning routine! THANK YOU!!" —Stephie B I've tested this out in my own bathtub and was blown away by how much unseen gunk came off (seen above, right). I sprayed it and wiped it off like three times before I was satisfied with the cleanliness of my tub — I blame my toddler, who thrives on playing in the dirt. Anyways, it did a great job, and I love that it doesn't have an intense chemical smell to it. Promising review: "This spray works! I only write a review if I’m really happy with something or really disappointed, and I appreciate all who write reviews. I have been using this spray for a week since cleaning my shower doors, and there is NO SCUM. Still looks clean after a week. Usually by the third day, my glass shower doors look dirty." —G. Guill Get a pack of two from Amazon for $19.99. There wasn't a lot of ventilation in my apartment bathroom, so the grout used to get gunky and gross-looking from the humidity. I had been battling this specific bathroom grime for weeks and tried a whole array of products to no avail. Finally, I purchased Skylarlife Home Mold and Mildew Remover Gel. The results were outstanding. It’s super simple: put on a pair of gloves and apply the clear gel around your grout. Let it sit for five to six hours (I suggest opening all your windows, it’s got a strong smell) then rinse it off with cold water. Promising review: "Wow! I would give this 10 stars if I could. We've had issues for a few years with the caulking behind the handle of our kitchen faucet turning black from mildew. We've scrubbed with what seems like a million different products, with no luck. We were actually just talking about ripping out the caulking and doing a total replacement. But my husband saw this online the other day and decided to order it. Almost immediately, when he applied it, you could see it was starting to work. We left it on overnight, and the black is COMPLETELY GONE! It's incredible. 1,000% worth the (small) investment." —Nicole D. While most of us have likely used Poo-Pourri’s classic toilet spray at least once by now (and if you haven’t, OMG it will change your life) you may not know they actually make other products that’ll help you solve other stinky problems! I’ve been using their air and fabric spray and cannot say enough good things about it. It’s impressive how well it covers a stench. I’ve really put it to the test — I’ve been using it after opening the poop and pee filled diaper pail in my son’s room. Lemme tell you, even the best diaper pail on the market won’t conceal how horrible a dirty diaper smells when you open it to throw out another one. Honestly, the smell lingers and quickly fills the air. Which is where the air spray comes in. I literally only spritz it once and the stink of the diapers disappears! In addition to keeping it beside my changing table, I've also added it into my bathroom's necessities. It's simply fantastic, smells great, and gets the job done! Get it from Amazon for $10.19+ (available in four scents). Not to get *too* detailed about my bathroom situation, but I can assure you this stuff really works. You only need one or two sprays directly into your toilet before you *do your business* for it to cover up any unpleasant smells. My husband once walked into the bathroom and said, "It smells so good in here," and I promptly said, "AHA! IT'S THE POO-POURRI!" He said "ew" and walked away — but it is proof it really works! Promising review: "This product is good, it is not overpowering. The bottle's capacity is perfect and discrete, and it can be placed right in front of your toilet or around for guests to use without looking out of place or noticeable. It actually does help with the smells. Just spray before you go!" —Michael Get it from Amazon for $9.19 (available in two scents). Promising review: "This is one product that really delivers. It was put to the test when our pup had several bouts of diarrhea on the cream/gray woven wool rug in our bedroom. The stains had several hours to soak in before we discovered them. I’ve posted both before and after photos. Although I had to spray and blot with a towel multiple times, the stains are virtually gone. The scent of Rocco & Roxie is pleasant and all traces of the nasty smell are gone. If you have an indoor pet, you NEED to buy this stuff. It cleans better than anything I’ve used before." —msgrafix * Low-Effort Ways To Keep Your Home Like, 90% Clean All Through Spring * I’ve Got You Covered With These Elite Cleaning Products * Products Parents Swear By For Keeping Their Homes (Mostly) Clean And Organized * Stop Procrastinating On Cleaning Your Bathroom, And Use These Products * If A Stain Has Been Bothering You *Forever*, Check Out These Tried-And-True Stain Removers * Places You Should Probably Clean And Definitely Haven't * People Who “Hate” Cleaning Swear By These Products, And You Will Too 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.
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