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33 Products That, Thank Goodness, Can Help With A Variety Of Annoying Body Situations
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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. Having a body is a lot of work. These products are here to help. Promising reviews: "Great for 'under the skin' bumps. They work well and quickly overnight. For more serious spots, I will put them on for a few hours, rest, then reapply. I am a picker, so this really helps keep me on a track to recovery." —Kirsten Stocksett Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in nine styles and in a 2-pack). Promising review: "This product is absolutely amazing and works so well and fast. It is one of the products that has transformed my neck skin in just a couple of days. I'm in my late 40s, and I always used moisturizers on my neck, but I still had dry-looking, crepey skin. Not anymore. I still cannot believe that such an inexpensive cream can make my neck skin look so plump and young. Do try it." —Momof5 Promising review: "Loving this spray! It's an easy way to reapply sunscreen after you've already put on your makeup. It smells nice, has a nice spray nozzle, and leaves the perfect finish" —SD JSYK: The AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! Vacation is a small business specializing in home fragrances and SPF products. Promising review: "Super easy to carry and use. I apply this to my face after swimming. The product is firm; it doesn’t melt even in the hot sun. It is a chemical sunscreen, not physical, so it doesn’t have a white cast to it. I didn’t get burned. The whole collection of this brand has good products that smell great. It’s Leaping Bunny-certified since 2022, so we know that the ingredients and products are cruelty-free." —AJ Kale Read more about Kegel exercises at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "Since starting, my bladder control has significantly improved. I am now able to sneeze or cough without peeing myself. Yes, that's right. I am able to hold my pee longer, which means I can actually make it to the bathroom without dribbling on myself. The best part is that just a few short weeks into the program, you will have results that you can feel. I think anyone who has ever had kids should try this out. The overall quality of my life has improved. Ditch your panty liners, stop the embarrassing dribbles, and no more mad dashes to the restroom because of a weak bladder. Even my sex life has improved; I have control of those pelvic muscles now. Just remember to wash the weights before and after each use with an antibacterial spray, and allow time to air dry before putting them away. I say air dry because if you wipe them dry with a cloth you run the risk of giving yourself a bladder infection or urinary tract infection, and those are no laughing matter. Easy to use, easy to clean, stores away quickly." —Julie Tauber Get a set of six weights from Amazon for $49.99. Promising review: "Wow. This works fast. As soon as I put it on, I could feel it working. I was surprised by how well it covers the sore. I thought, 'Is this thing magic?!' It stays put, too. I put it on last night and already feel so much better today, and it looks a lot better. This is important to have in stock just in case this comes out of the blue, which is what happened to me. I’m so thankful for the people who created this. This is the best product I’ve ever used. And I’ve used others with no effect. This is powerful stuff." —GG Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $12.97. Promising review: "FINALLY, COMFY PANTIES! As a 30-year-old woman, I’ve been on the search for comfy underwear, and I finally found it. They’re soft and have the perfect amount of stretch." —Amazon Customer "So freaking comfy. I need my undies to cradle under my butt cheeks the way a loving mother tenderly cradles her newborn’s face. I was worried these would creep up the cheeks into wedgie territory, but no. Blissful cheek hugging all day long. Can’t feel them even if I try. No weird pinching or odd areas. Perfect chef’s kiss. I typically wear Aerie boy brief–style undies — these are a close match in fit and comfort, and equivocal in size." —Ali Morey Get a set of five from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL and 12 color combos). This spray is safe to be used daily and won't leave behind any residue. Promising review: "Great spray! You get a lot of product for the price, and it’s an alternative to the Tower 28 spray. I’ve been using it for a week consistently now, and I have noticed improvements in my skin; the blemishes I had before are now gone, and I don’t see any new ones forming. Great to use during the summer if you sweat a lot. You can refresh your face throughout the day if needed to get rid of any extra bacteria from sweating." —Dogmom99 BuzzFeed Deputy Editorial Director Elizabeth Lilly has been putting this toothpaste to the test: "I've been testing out the whitening version of this toothpaste, and it works just as well as any drugstore brand toothpaste without irritation. (I'll occasionally get irritation from whitening strips and treatments, and space them out because of it, but I've had none with this!) My mouth just FEELS cleaner when I use this, and it's even easier to use my tongue scraper after brushing, too! I think this has earned a spot as my new go-to." Promising review: "TheraBreath Deep Clean is the best toothpaste I’ve tried! It keeps my breath fresh for hours, feels gentle on my gums, and leaves my mouth super clean. The mint flavor is refreshing without being too strong. Definitely recommend." —Maryna Ruzieva Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.55. I've been using this since my tragic allergic reaction to Listerine back in 2022... BuzzFeed Shopping writer Amber Usher is also a fan. Check out her TheraBreath Oral Rinse review! Promising review: "This mouthwash is the only one that actually works. Your mouth feels so clean, it's a pleasant taste, and most importantly, your breath is perfect. Once you have tried this, you are NEVER going back to 'regular brands' again." —Awake and Alive Get the pack of two from Amazon for $15.34. Promising review: "This is one of those things that I wish I'd found years earlier. I've suffered from mortifying stress-induced under-boob sweat for most of my adult life. Also, I'm a lifelong Seattle girl who gets upset when it's warmer than 65 degrees outside. So when I stumbled upon this product, I was curious enough to buy a small pack. And yes, I've come back for MORE! For real, I won't put on a bra without one of these liners now. It absorbs all the moisture from heat and stress. And because it's a really soft bamboo/cotton mix, my skin is finally not feeling tortured under there! To the makers of this ingenious, life-changing product: thank you, thank you, thank you! Sincerely, all the grateful ta-tas you've helped to care for." —Niko Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes M–XXL and several color combos). BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jasmin Sandal raves, "Folks, after just one treatment with this hardworking gel, I can report my feet are as soft as a baby's bum! Seriously. It literally reset my hard, calloused skin, and now I barely even recognize the toes that are wiggling before me! I honestly can't believe I had gone so long just suffering with unsightly calluses. So if you have tough, hard skin that you've vowed is beyond repair, do yourself a favor and add this to your cart. Oh, and for spa-worthy results, use a pumice stone first and always wear gloves when applying the gel." Promising reviews: "Finally. This is amazing. My heels are so beautiful. I am now excited to expose my feet for the summer. I love it." —Nadira Narine "This stuff is amazing at removing callouses and dead skin. I hadn’t had a pedicure in over six months, so my heels were calloused and cracking. I soaked my feet in hot water for about 30 minutes, put this stuff on a few rough areas of my feet, let it sit for about five minutes, then used a Dr. Scholl's foot buffer, and the dead skin started falling off. My feet are now as smooth as a baby's bottom. Love this stuff!" —Jennifer Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three scents). Promising review (from Shark Ninja): "This is my new obsession. I’ll carry it with me all summer. It gets very hot in the desert where I live, and this is a lifesaver. The fan itself is powerful, and you can adjust the level to your needs. The dry-touch mist gets very cold without adding humidity to you, so you can target it just where you need it. The 'InstaChill' cooling plate is icy cold, and just touching it to me cools my whole body down instantly. The attachments are easy to change, and it comes with extra wicks for the misting attachment. It’s very fast-charging with a USB cord. The digital dial is simple to use. I simply love this and will be using it all the time!" —Colleen S Get it from Amazon (available in four colors) and Best Buy for $149.99 (available in six colors). Promising review: "I’m happy to say this product works! I purchased this product due to my inability to provide my skin with appropriate sun protection one day this summer. I proceeded to spend a night wishing that I could safely freeze myself into an ice cube. Midnight discomfort led me to this product. The initial use was a day or two after the day of regret, but it eased the discomfort and moisturized my reddened skin, helping to soften the leather layer I had started to form. Of course, this review would not be complete without me faulting myself a second time. Two times in one summer, I proved my inability to adult well. I applied this lotion the MINUTE I realized that I had experienced another exposure to the sun for too long a period. To my absolute joy, this product relieved my discomfort. It left a layer that stayed cool for a few hours (at which time I reapplied it), it was a little tacky to the touch (not sticky or oily), and my skin did not experience the crocodile and subsequent peeling experience it had earlier in the season. The scent is soft and not overpowering. I have experienced skin sensitivity in the past to products, but I had no issues with Burt’s Bees products. Thank you for providing me with such a helpful product." —Meghan Read more about tea tree oil and acne at Mayo Clinic. Promising review: "Great product, my skin loves it! I ride several horses daily and struggle with bum acne in the summer months. This product is a game-changer for me! It worked quickly, and I will be a lifelong customer now!! I'm feeling confident in my swimwear as my bum acne is almost completely gone. Thank you for creating this great product!!!" —Chantel Promising reviews: "It's inexpensive, and it smoothed my bottom. Good purchase for the price!" —Carey S. "Who would've thought? My new obsession: BUTT MASKS. Best used right before a beach/bikini day. Leaves skin smooth and hydrated. Helps lessen visibility of cellulite." —Kellie Daniel Get it from Amazon for $10 (available in three other formulas). Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING! Literally nothing else keeps tangles out of my daughter’s hair like this does. Her hair is so thick and very difficult to brush; this makes it easy-peasy to brush the tangles out after a swim in the pool. It also softens her hair. When not used, the pool chemicals make her hair very stiff and dry. We even use this every once in a while just because! It smells wonderful and doesn’t make the hair greasy in any way. I cannot recommend this product enough!!!" —Emily Promising review: "This body spray has helped clear up stubborn back and shoulder breakouts better than anything I’ve tried. The 360-degree spray makes it super easy to apply, even to hard-to-reach spots. It dries quickly, doesn’t stain clothes, and has a clean finish. After a couple of weeks of consistent use, I saw smoother skin and fewer breakouts. It’s also lightweight and doesn’t feel sticky. Definitely recommend for anyone dealing with body acne." —Rosiemelisa Get it from Amazon for $14.87 (also available as a two-pack). FYI: These wipes now come in new packaging, so don't be alarmed if yours doesn't look like those pictured above! Promising review: "These are my life-savers. One of the few products I have on subscription. They are lightly scented and don't linger, but leave you feeling fresh. They are moist enough to use on both underarms, and if it's been a particularly hot day, I'll use one down my arms and neck for a quick freshen up." —Amber S 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 reviews: "This definitely takes away the shininess on face mid-day in summer weather." —SJJS "I have super oily skin and am always looking for something to help control it during the day. The linen squares are good, but you have to keep them around (and keep replacing them), and they end up in the landfill. This little contraption really works, and I just rinse it at the end of the day and start over again the next. I kept one on my desk and bought a second for my purse. This is magic for my shiny skin, especially on camera in my hours of Zoom every day." —Jennifer Helseth Promising review: "This stuff is fantastic! It kept my makeup looking fresh all day through the humid Florida summer. Love how it takes the shine off of my face and lightly blurs my pores. Forever part of my daily routine." —Sparky Promising review: "I tried EVERYTHING! I tried tree tea oil for years and various products. Nothing worked. The reviews were so great on this that I decided to try to cure it one more time. But when you have had a condition for 35 years, you aren’t too hopeful! I followed the suggestions of some of the reviewers and cut my toenails (I only had it on my big toes) everywhere that the fungus was present, even below the quick. I started applying this gel, which is super easy to use. I swear to you that I noticed a difference after one application." —WIAPilot Promising review: "This product is awesome and completely exceeded my expectations! We have been struggling with excessive earwax build-up with my 4-year-old son. We tried everything else, and he would cry and scream if we did anything to his ear. It took two tries, but we got all the impacted earwax out. The first time, I used water and apple cider vinegar, and the second time, I just used warm water. Both methods worked equally well. I tried it myself, and it feels a little weird, but it doesn't hurt. My son doesn't mind doing it and watches TV the whole time. Would definitely recommend this product for young children!" —Alix H. (Psst — you should consult with your doctor before trying anything new involving your neck/back area to make sure it's safe for you!) For this, instead of like a regular pillow, you're supposed to lie on it in 10-minute intervals; the seller suggests working your way up to it by starting yourself off at five minutes at a time, with a one- to three-day adjustment period before regular use. Promising review: "This neck relaxer is so easy to use! It took a few times to get used to, but it is not uncomfortable and is very much helpful with my chronic neck pain and shoulder tension. I felt pain relief after the first use! I have even been able to cut back on my chiropractor appointments because of this product. So thankful for this amazing find, as I am only 41 and have been struggling with neck pain for several years now." —Mary Beth Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five colors). Promising review: "Finally, a lip balm that relieves chapped lips. The product is soothing and provides long-lasting protection. I noticed improvement within a week of applying it a few times a day." —NH Get it from Amazon for $16.79 (available in five colors). Promising review: "I bought this because of spring allergies. Using it reduces the irritation and sneezing caused by pollen." —Sam t. Read more about nasal rinses and allergies at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "I seldom write reviews, but this nasal spray deserves its five stars. My nose was SO stopped up I couldn’t breathe through it for several days. When this arrived, I put it to the test, and within 30 seconds, I could breathe. Magic! This stuff would be worth $100 a bottle. It really does work. So far, I’ve been nasal congestion-free for eight hours. If you are looking for a fast remedy, don’t hesitate. This stuff is like having a decongestant genie in a bottle, granting your wish to smell the air once more." —Sad Eyes Get it from Amazon for $6.66 (also available in multipacks). Fresh Body is a small business that specializes in personal care products. Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. I am a sweaty person. Apparently, I have no thermostat because, randomly, I will just start sweating, and it's a lot. Well, I ended up with yeast under my breasts, and it gets red and sore. After you shower, dry off really well and apply this cream (a little dab will do ya) under your breasts and say goodbye to the inflammation and soreness. I also use it in the down-there region. I will be buying this forever." —Deb Warwick Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (also available in different pack sizes). Read more about simethicone and loperamide at Mayo Clinic. Promising review: "I can't survive without these things. I have quite a sensitive stomach, and any greasy or spicy food works like Drano on my stomach. So if I know I'm going to have some food like that, I'll use these to settle my stomach. Without these, I would be stuck on the toilet for an hour or two. These things are a lifesaver to keep on you, and are essential for any home." —Reviewer Get a pack of 12 caplets from Amazon for $8.28+ (also available as packs of 18). For best results, replace every four hours. Promising review: "I'm mosquito heaven and the 'no-see-ums' LOVE me. I get eaten alive every spring and summer. I've used the spray bug stuff in the past but really don't like spraying it on my skin. I put one of these bracelets on an ankle and one on the opposite wrist before playing pickleball and haven't had one bite yet!" —Amazon Customer Quitch is a small business founded by moms. Promising review: "These are the best for when my son gets bitten by mosquitoes. He usually welts up pretty bad. These help with the scratching." —Brenda Diaz If you suspect you have tonsil stones (also called tonsilloliths), talk to your dentist or doctor! They can perform a physical exam or imaging scan and deliver a diagnosis. These also come with an LED light to get right to the source of the problem. Promising review: "I'm in my early 30s and just started getting tonsil stones. Until a few months ago, I never even knew what these things were! Anyway, I've been struggling with cotton buds to fully remove the stones, but I couldn't get rid of them, and they would just come back within the week. I received this and OMFG...best investment ever. No struggle holding my phone as a flashlight while awkwardly poking myself in front of my badly lit bathroom mirror. I sat comfortably at my vanity, used one hand, and removed the whole stone in less than a minute. Why did I not know this was a thing? Why have I been struggling? Get it! Stop struggling, suffering, and awkwardly dealing with this ridiculous condition...trust me." —Wren Get it from Amazon for $9.93+ (available in two colors and a multipack). 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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