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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. Because apparently the secret to peace was...a $13 puppy paw cleaner all along. The holder fits two 3/4-inch ordinary transparent tapes with a 1-inch core and four 3/8-inch tapes with a 3-inch core. It also features a compartment for pens and other small items. Promising reviews: "Bought it for crafting, but will definitely be using it for regular tape. Wrapping gifts is gonna be sooo easy with this." —Casey "Oh gosh, this thing is amazing!! I can add three rolls of the yellow heat tape! It dispenses beautifully and makes taping that much easier and faster! I even got one for my mom!" —Kimberly Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in three colors). Promising review: "These Color Catcher sheets really protect colors from bleeding. It makes all clothes/laundry brighter and looks like new, not that old-washed color after just one wash without these sheets. I give this product 5+ stars. Highly recommend. A few pennies spent additionally on your laundry makes one look like wearing new clothes all the time." —Nikita Get 72 sheets from Amazon for $11.81 (also available in multipacks). Promising review: "I prep my meals a month at a time, and these make it much more convenient. These are especially helpful with raw meat, as I can use two hands while prepping the food and don't have to worry about keeping one clean to open the bag. I've also used them to portion out servings and ounces of meat when placed on a scale. They're not made of anything incredibly strong, but they're sturdy enough for full Ziplock bags of food." —Julie M Get a set of two from Amazon for $11.99. Simply fill your dirty mug with water, add a tablet, let it fizz for 30 minutes, and then rinse. 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. It grossed me out so much that I bought ANOTHER Hydro Flask to replace it. Eventually, they both turned black inside, so I tried these little magic tablets. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out completely, without even needing to scrub. 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, which I primarily use to store 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 Check out our closer look at these Bottle Bright tablets for more incredible before and afters. Promising review: "Best. Thing. Ever. This product works like a charm. It gets the sand from between their pads and is gentle enough that even my most stubborn pup tolerates it! I have a terrier/schnauzer who likes to dig, a mini golden doodle who is prissy about her paws, and a standard Labradoodle puppy who is still very fuzzy. We have a farm where it is extremely sandy, and we stay in a travel trailer. The amount of sand they were tracking into the camper was ridiculous. It takes me three minutes to clean and dry off all of their paws. Seriously, the best purchase I have made!" —Rachel Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and eight colors). My mom says I can play Monster Leaf Scooper if your mom says it's okay. Promising review: "We have a very large wooded property that requires a lot of leaves and sticks to be raked up. We have tried various brands of leaf scoops, but most have lasted only one season. Since purchasing the ReLeaf Leaf Scoops, my job has been much easier. First of all is the way your hands grasp the scoops. These are much more ergonomic and are actually like extensions of your own hands. Second, these are very sturdy and do not bend when trying to pick up a pile of sticks and debris. We have made it through the season so far without issue. Next will be the dreaded fall cleanup. I highly recommend the ReLeaf Leaf Scoops, which make our yard, woods, and garden cleanup easier." —trouble54 Promising review: "Oh my gosh — this stuff is a life changer! I used it to thoroughly clean my fiberglass shower. Nothing else would have done the job, and this product restored my shower to nearly new condition in just one use. We’ve since cleaned a weird, chalky film off our garage door, removed wall markings, and cleaned my storm door. We’ll never be without a jar (or three) of this stuff. Worth every penny." —Nancy F. Twist the bottom of the pen to dispense the fluid and brush onto the gem to clean! Promising reviews: "Saw this product on TikTok (I know lol). I didn’t think my ring was that dirty, as I haven’t had it for a year yet, and it wasn’t until my wedding band came in that I realized how dirty my ring was. One quick clean with this, and my ring looks better than brand new! Will be repurchasing when this one runs out." —David Barnes "Once I rinsed my stone, the original sparkle was revealed; it looked just like the day I received it! Even the silver mounting was left shiny and undamaged. My ring is not expensive by any stretch of the imagination, but this cleaner made it look like a million!" —Joyce S. Promising review: "I have super fine hair with lots of breakage. No matter how I put my hair up, I have bad flyaways. This stuff is great! So easy, and it stays better and looks smoother than stiff hairspray." —Jill Stilfield Get two from Amazon for $6.88+ (also available in four other styles). However, we want to add that no one should feel pressure to lay their edges, unless they choose to do so. Check out "Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna." Promising review: "Hands-down! The best edge control I have ever used, and I have tried many others. Stayed all day! No flakes and non-greasy! And this one is not even the strongest in the line. Love this product!" —Seabea2013 Promising review: "I am really glad I purchased this product. It's just the right size to fit into a purse or glove compartment, and it's the perfect solution for quick touch-ups when you're on the go. I have a golden retriever, so the struggle to leave the house without any stray dog hair on my clothes is real! The roller ball is very sticky and allows you to clean up a decent amount of lint or hair. However, it's not a large device, so bear in mind that you won't be able to use it extensively before needing to clean it. Cleaning is very easy. You just pop the sticky ball part out and rinse it. I loved mine so much, I bought one for my mother and mother-in-law. Each of them has pets in the house, and my mom told me the other day that she has used hers many times and loves it." —Susan Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four colors and multipacks). This tool also helps soften skin by gently exfoliating as you use it! Promising review: "These products have been a fantastic find for me. They're exceptionally gentle on sensitive skin, easy to handle, and leave minimal marks. Whenever I forget to touch up my eyebrows before heading to work, I always have them in my emergency bag, ready for a quick fix. They work effortlessly without needing additional oils or creams. It's truly the perfect solution for busy individuals on the go." —nikita khandheria Get a set of three from Amazon for $5.94 (also in a set of three). Promising review: "For anyone with long hair, drainage clogging in the shower is a pain. So THANKS to whoever thought of such a simple but clever solution. They stick perfectly, and the glue lasts like three weeks. It literally does not let a hair pass, and it's just so easy to place and remove. I wish I had known about this product before! A must-buy." —MER Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a 50-pack and 100-pack and square-shaped). (But of course, keep everyone off the floors until they've dried!) The 32-ounce bottle yields up to 16 gallons of floor cleaner, allowing you to mop with confidence and make your entire home smell like eucalyptus, lavender, or lemon. Aunt Fannie's is a small business that sells vegan cleaning supplies made with gentle ingredients. Promising review: "I have a puppy currently in potty-training stages. I was looking for something to clean the floor (without streaks) and that smells good. At first, the vinegar scent is strong, but it dissipates quickly, leaving my floor fresh and clean. It is very much a 'sleeper' cleaner, and I’ll continue to buy it!" —Jennifer Get it from Amazon for $14.44+ (available in three scents and also in multipacks). I still give my slow cooker a quick, soapy wipe down, but it's NOTHING like what I have to do if I don't use a liner! Promising review: "This is a great deal on the multipack!!! Since trying these, I always use them when cooking in my Crock-Pot!! Cleanup is so, so easy. No mess, guaranteed!!!" —Sue It's alphabetized so you can easily find the one you need!. Promising review: "This was exactly what I wanted. The book features a sturdy plastic cover and a heavy-duty wire binding. The paper is good quality, although my favorite gel pens did have some bleed-through. I'd recommend a ballpoint or a pencil. The entries have wide spaces, with room for website, email, username, password, and notes (which is perfect for noting the answers to those security questions... What's your favorite ice cream flavor? I don't remember what I answered a year ago!). The password section has a good number of extra lines, for those sites that make you change your password with annoying frequency." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three sizes). Promising review: "Disgustingly effective. Saw moths everywhere. I bought these out of desperation and, within 5 minutes of setup, caught my first one. After a week, the trap was completely filled, and I stopped seeing moths flying around. I'll keep them out for another two weeks or so, but these have been a huge help!" —Beverrlly Get it from Amazon for $17.97+ (available in packs of 6 or 20). You can opt for a suction-style or a more permanent version that adheres with 3M adhesive. Promising review: "I bought these for my mom's car and mine a while back, and these little things are great. Since I got my license, I've hated merging or switching lanes; I never felt good or safe doing it. Since having these, it's 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, and it's helpful when I parallel park in the city." —Mariam Abass Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in seven shapes). Promising review: "Best toenail trimmer I have ever owned. Its swivel capability makes it easier to approach the toenail from a different angle, and for me, adds a bit more leverage and reach to get the job done quickly and effortlessly. When you are in your seventh decade, reaching your toes is no easy task, so that's important. The snippers were plenty wide and sharp and left a smooth toenail edge." —Dale C. Flowers It comes with a lid to help maintain freshness and keep out odors. It's made of food-safe silicone that's BPA-free and dishwasher safe. It's great for little sides of beans, sauces, soups, and more. Souper Cubes is a small business that also sells cookie trays and stoneware. Promising review: "This is the best invention since sliced bread! How many times have you thrown out soup that you forgot about in your fridge??? Well, say goodbye to spoiled soup! Finally, a way to store measured quantities of broth, but I love to use mine for soup and...wait for it...SMOOTHIES! These cubes are the best for freezing measured quantities of smoothies. Simply throw one in the Vitamix, and boom! You have a fresh, already icy cold smoothie for breakfast or a snack! For anyone with limited freezer space, which, let's face it, is most of us, this is a real gem. I was a bit worried about how easily the cubes would slide out, but no problems at all! The best part is how easily the cubes can be stored in a gallon-sized ziplock bag, allowing for reuse. AND they are dishwasher safe??? Souper Cubes, why did you take so long to come into my life!??! I can't wait until the holiday season so I can gift these as stocking stuffers — to anyone I know, you now know your gift." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in five colors and multipacks). Promising review: "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. There was one person who suggested placing the opener with the sharp end of the 'V' closest to you, and with it placed in the front, in the right corner under your cabinet. I followed those directions, and it works perfectly and easily. I have already placed an order for another one for a gift or for my sister." —moorecats Juno & Co. is a small business specializing in personal care and skincare products. Promising review: "I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!!! I found it on TikTok, and OMG!! It works so well. I don't have to sit there and rub the crap out of my eyelashes to get the waterproof mascara off. I will admit it doesn't take 100% of the makeup off, but about 95% of my makeup comes off. It is not water-resistant, as emulsifying it with water helps remove the makeup. I have not found a better makeup remover, and yes, that includes Micellar Water (which also works well but leaves my skin feeling oily). With this cleansing balm, my face feels hydrated and smooth. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!!!!!! 1000/10 would recommend!!!" —Deetje Frederick The set comes with a 2-inch flat brush, a 4-inch flat brush, and a round brush. The drill isn't included, but you can grab a basic Black and Decker one ($54.99 on Amazon) that'll do the trick. Promising review: "I thought my hard water stains would never come off my shower doors, but I bought this awesome brush set, and it's amazing! I’ve tried all the hacks — dryer sheets, clean erasers, lemon, vinegar — nothing works like this brush! I used Zep shower cleaner with it! In the picture, the side on the right is the part of the door I cleaned, and I still have to clean the left side." —Traci D. Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in seven colors and stiffness levels). Promising review: "I went from paying $165 and up per retightening to no longer having maintenance costs. If you have locs, this is a must, even if it’s only used between appointments to freshen up your edges. It comes in a nice case and pouch, so between those two, I have not lost the tiny item yet. For me, this literally never happens because most of the small items I own are lost before I even have a chance to blink. Virtually pain-free compared to the sisterlock tool — because of its smooth coating, it glides easily through your locs. It is large enough to hold comfortably for hours because I am slow, and the instructions are easy to understand. I have small to medium sister locks and could not be happier with the new freedom I have." —Kiara Hepburn The formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. 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, as the price was extremely 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." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). Promising review: "Y’all, this thing is amazing! My kitchen sink was completely clogged for four days. I’ve been trying to clear the drain with a different sink plunger that I already had, and it didn’t do diddly squat. I was about to give up and call a plumber. Then I decided to order this one, and it just arrived — it completely cleared the drain in about three minutes. So then I decided to take it to the bathroom sink that had been draining extremely slowly, and within a minute, I had the water running so quickly and smoothly again. I got the small one, and it’s the perfect size for kitchen and bathroom sinks." —JNeen Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and toilet plunger styles). All the removable, nonstick parts on this sandwich maker are dishwasher safe. Promising review: "My college daughter loves this sandwich maker! It's quick and simple and requires no more than an outlet, although I do recommend spraying non-stick on the plates once in a while or at least wiping with a touch of Crisco. This makes cleaning it easier as well. Makes sandwiches just like the fast food joint but at far less cost, and you can do it in your jammies!" —AZDonnamae Get it from Amazon for $29.95+ (available in five colors). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity. 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. Ashley Schumacher is a freelancer who has been writing for BuzzFeed Shopping for over two years with an emphasis on home goods, parenting items and toys, beauty products, and anything that can make your day-to-day life run a little smoother. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading too many books and traipsing about her North Texas home with her husband and son. Rebecca O'Connell is a BuzzFeed Shopping editor with over 10 years of experience finding and vetting new products. She's personally tested hundreds of products, sifted through tens of thousands of consumer reviews, and met with countless brands to expand her breadth of recommendations. Her work has been featured in prominent publications like Rolling Stone, Mental Floss, Encyclopedia Britannica, and Merriam-Webster.
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