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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More After reading this post, you *and* I both might just be the proud owners of foaming drain cleaners. I'm a Shopping editor (and mom to two toddlers) who covers a variety of topics, including helpful parenting/kids products, exciting gadgets, cozy products (think: home goods and fashions that'll make you want to snuggle), and any magical Disney item that crosses my path. Alexa? Play "How Do I Live" by Trisha Yearwood. OK, great! The mood is SET. Whether you've just laid your eyes on the waterproof version of Taco, Cat, Goat Cheese Pizza, the exciting new Mr. Clean Magic Eraser shower and tub scrubber (!!!), the fan favorite 2-in-1 nausea relief inhaler, or have just scrolled past the Chappywrap blanket with the too-cute lobster print for the first time, chances are you might find something in here you just HAVE for the rest of your days. If you somehow breeze your way through the first edition, there are two more you can check out! Promising review: "Great quality book. Thick pages with beautiful color. Engaging problems to solve (and so many of them!!!). I am almost halfway through the puzzle book within my first week of having it, and I came back to Amazon to see if there were other volumes available for purchase. I will be buying all future volumes. Great fun!" —Daniel Promising review: "This product is the real deal. The first time I used it, I noticed a definite softening of the lines on my neck. I have been using it for about a week and it has made a noticeable difference. No, the wrinkles are not completely gone but there is a real difference. I will also point out that I am almost 70, so I wasn't expecting a miracle, but this product has come pretty darn close. I recommend it." —rose b. ILNP is a small business! Reviewers are also a big fan of the subtle, shimmery "Birthday Suit" shade. Promising review: "This polish is the best you can buy. Long-lasting, beautiful color payoff. The formula is perfect in terms of consistency, self-levels like a dream, and isn't runny. Literally have three polishes so far and plan to get as many as I can!" —McKenzie Willis Get it from Amazon for $12.50 (available in over 300 shades) Promising review: "I love spending time outside, and we entertain on our patio, too. But when it's over 100 degrees outside, nobody feels like visiting. Until now!! I bought one and liked it so much I ordered another to cover both patios. They lower the temps to a more moderate level in just moments and don't use a 100 gallons of water doing it! I put mine along the top of our privacy fence and then put a fan in behind it and made it almost like having an AC unit outside. They're easy to put up and take down and come with convenient hanging hooks! I read the reviews people wrote about the heads getting stopped up, and they WILL, but as a plumber I'll tell you a trick to keeping them working like new: vinegar. Just remove the heads and soak then in a little straight vinegar then use a small bristle brush like a toothbrush or nail brush rinse them off and replace them in the mister tubing, and they should be like brand-new." —Sonya Combs Get it from Amazon for $16.96+ (available in several pack sizes). Promising review: "These lights are incredibly stylish, and absolutely worth every penny. The lights really stand out, and I’ve gotten so many compliments already! They offer exceptional quality and ease of use, a rare combination. I'm so impressed. Highly recommend!" —Joanne Alladin Get it from Amazon for $22.79+ (available in six lengths). Consider stocking up on a two-pack of refills for $19.99. Promising review: "I recently added this plug to my outdoor string lights, and it’s such a simple but great upgrade. It was super easy to install, just plugged right into the lights. We love to host in the summer and frequently grill out and have fires, so having something attached right to the lights to help keep mosquitoes away without having to think about it has been great. Also, love the remote! I like that I can just turn it on when we actually need it and not have it running all the time or feel like it's being wasted when were not out there. Overall, it just makes hanging outside a lot more enjoyable without adding any extra effort." —Piper Garden Guru is a small business that sells lawn and garden tools. BuzzFeed editor Sally Elshorafa tried this out! She said, "After moving to the East Coast, I quickly learned that the stone pathways around my home are basically a spa retreat for moss and weeds. The cracks collect moisture, trap organic debris, and offer *just* enough shelter for unwanted greenery to flourish, especially with all the shade and rain we get. I didn't want my outdoor space to turn into a jungle, so I grabbed this tool and got to work. It's weirdly satisfying — kind of like flossing, but for your stone paths. The bent tip slides right into cracks and pulls weeds out by the roots, helping keep them from coming back anytime soon. I've used it on my pathways, driveway, and anywhere else something tries to sprout where it shouldn't. The handle is comfortable, and it doesn't take much effort to use. It's quickly becoming one of my favorites. If you've got hardscaping, you need this in your toolkit." The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of four 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." —Placeholder Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). You deal all the cards out to your two to four players, and everyone keeps their mini-deck facedown. Everyone takes a turn putting a card down in the middle of the table, saying one of the words "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza," in that order. If the picture on your card matches the word that's said, everyone slaps their hand on the card in a pile as quickly as possible. The last person on the pile has to take the stack and add 'em to their cards, and whoever runs out of cards first wins! Promising review: "We love Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza original game, so I am so happy that now I can bring this with us to the beach! My kids have already put these in our pool and have been 'diving' for them. It's not exactly how you play the game at all, but they think it is fun! Also, the little outfits for the characters are adorable. I was skeptical about the travel clip at first, but the circle shape makes it much easier to get the cards on/off." —Timothy M. Get it from Amazon for $14.97 and check out these waterproof playing cards while you're at it! 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 they 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 $12.78 (also available in a two-pack). I needed to discover what all the hype was about and tried this out on my own bathtub and, ya know what? It really does work well! It scrubbed a ton of dirt particles off my tub walls (yuck, but what do you expect when you bathe two kid-sized gremlins who play in sandboxes all afternoon in there?). I didn't use any additional cleaning products with it, just the formula that was built into the sponge! I did scrub kind of aggressively, and my hand hurt a bit from gripping so hard onto the handle, but my tub was shiny and clean when I was done! 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 $12.94. Promising review: "I have tried every single thing, including a professional window cleaner, to get my shower door clean. Nothing worked; I tried it all. This worked like there was magic fairy dust in it or something! I used a small, round scrub brush and used circular motions. Let it sit for five minutes and rinse it off. I wish I had taken pictures before! Trust me, it was awful!!! 20 years of water stains, etc., are completely gone. My shower looks brand new! Buy this stuff, you will not be disappointed!!!" —Tracy F. Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes). You can either use it as a scent inhaler or rub it directly on the tip of your nose for relief. 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). I snagged one of these blankets in the festive candy cane print ahead of the 2025 holiday season and was, quite honestly, so obsessed that I refused to put it away until mid-February... and that was only because I got ANOTHER ONE in a less seasonal print. I'm someone who runs warm (aka I'm always sweating), so I love that this blanket is low-pile but still extremely soft. And don't get me started on the aesthetic!!! They're all STUNNING! My toddler loves to snuggle under mine with me, so it's only a matter of time until I order one for his room. They come in a variety of 'mini' sizes that are great for strollers or cuddling on the couch. Plus, you can customize it with embroidery to make it an extra special gift! Promising review: "The blanket is soft and the perfect weight to keep you warm but breathable enough to not make you feel too hot or flushed! The original size is perfect for cuddling up on the couch." —Rachel M. Promising review: "I have tried a few of their perfumes, but they never really smelled that great on me. I tried this one and I am 110% in love with this smell! I get so many compliments and people asking what I am wearing! This will be my go to spray!! 💜" —Ashley Get it from Amazon for $26 (available in 10 scents and two sizes). Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans that even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines. I personally use this toothbrush and have been telling everyone in my life to get it — it's a game changer. I've always been prone to plaque build-up, and it's been very hard to keep my teeth feeling fresh after the dentist's, but this toothbrush has done the trick! The first time I used it, my mouth actually hurt a little, like when you get a full cleaning done. It was kind of incredible. The bristles are super soft and not irritating, but somehow, magically, they deep-clean my teeth better than any toothbrush I've had before. Promising review: "It’s so much easier to get around all sides of the very back teeth than with the bulky electric. I love the way it makes my teeth feel afterward. It really does feel like you’ve just left your dentist." —Vicki Perkins Promising review: "I used this product years ago and had the most amazing skin, but I assumed it was mostly genetics. Now that my skin is showing signs of aging, I decided to give it another try — and I’m so glad I did. My skin is transforming daily. They say your skin can rebuild itself, and it really does — especially when you remove the buildup of dead skin cells. I’ve been using it morning and night, and I genuinely look younger. My skin feels polished, my pores are noticeably smaller, and I need much less makeup. Such a fantastic product — highly recommend!" —Sweet Caroline I have a handful of Little Word Projects bracelets and have been eyeing their Disney collaboration for quite some time now. This might just be the one that gets me to hit add to cart. It's so cute and I love the muted colors! I like that the phrase can be worn at any time, not just during the Halloween season. S'cute. Get it from the Disney Store for $32 (available in sizes XS–XL). Promising review: "This was a great little kit. I recently started crocheting, and this kit really helped me learn to read patterns. There is a step-by-step video tutorial, but by about halfway through making my koala, I didn’t need it anymore and was able to just follow the pattern. This kit was very helpful in teaching me how to also increase and decrease rows as well." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.97 (available in 12 animals). BuzzFeed deputy editorial director Melanie Aman is a huge fan of this item. She said, "I've been bleaching my dark-brown Asian hair blonde for almost 10 years, and while I'm fortunate that my hair is pretty strong, it definitely needs some moisture and softness added back after a root touch-up. I'm very loyal to my current routine, so I was skeptical that this product would work as well as it does, given the price — less than $10! — and the fact that you only need to leave it in your hair for a minute. Well, I could not have been more wrong! I truly see and feel the difference when I use this mask: My hair is softer, it's easier to blow-dry and style it, it's smoother (frizz is a big concern for me, especially when it's humid), and it just *looks* healthy. The delicious scent is a bonus! I test a lot of products, so it's not often that I love something enough to buy it when I run out. This, though? This I will definitely be buying when the tub is empty!" Promising review: "So comfy and they look just like the photo! The quality is great, they aren't see-through, and I love the bright color! They fit true to size. They are definitely a great value for the money." —Hope Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 20 styles). Occasionalish is a small business based in San Francisco, California that sells gorgeous pins, stickers, keychains, stationery, and more. Promising review: "Such a cute pin. For anybody struggling with indecision, I don't see why this wouldn't help. I have a pastel spinner pin collection and squealed when I saw these pretty spinner pins. Couldn't wait to get them." —Maggie Havranek Get it from Occasionalish on Etsy for $18. Promising review: "Just used this product on a recent trip to Florida. I made sure to wash my skin before application, and it lasted about two days on my skin without coming off. When out of the sun or behind UV glass, like in a car, the spot turns clear. As soon as you step into the sun, it turns purple. If you use sunblock, it starts to become clear or semi-clear. After being on the beach and having gone into the water a few times, the spot started turning purple, and I applied sunblock again. In a minute, the spot was clear again. So this is very effective in alerting me when to reapply." —RGTorque Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $16.49. It doesn't contain any parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, or SLS. Promising review: "I bought this before I went on a cruise. We stayed in a hotel for a few days prior, and I got a little toasty in the sun. Used this and it helped dull down the burn feeling and helped heal my skin within days. By the cruise, I was fine with no pains from the burn. Continued to use it daily while on vacation. Works like a charm. Love it! Smells great too! It's not a loud smell or anything. Would totally recommend and buy again!" —Victoria Ramsey 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 You can use each pen about 20 times and should expect your teeth to lighten 4–8 shades. Promising review: "I have only used the two original pens that I purchased and can already see an improvement. I am older than 60 and drink coffee daily and red wine weekly." —vicki houska When my husband found out we were going to be parents, he bought this book in preparation. Four years later, he and my son were finally about to read it together — it was magical. Not to mention the book itself is stunning! It has a beautiful fabric cover, and the illustrations are lovely. Promising review: "My dad read The Hobbit to me when I was a kid over 40 years ago, and I recently bought this illustrated edition to read with my 11-year-old. It has been such an amazing experience — bringing back so many wonderful memories while creating new ones together. The story is just as magical as I remembered, and the illustrations make it even more engaging for young readers. Truly one of the greatest books ever written, and this edition is a fantastic value for anyone wanting to pass the adventure on to the next generation." —ztaylork I've been testing this product for the last month (before it came out, hehe) and it is easily my new favorite from Eos' collection. The scent is beyooooond delicious. It's the perfect summer smell! It's a combo of pineapple, tiare flower, and salted coconut. Like every other version of their Better Body Lotion, it sinks into my skin almost instantly, leaving it feeling hydrated but not oily. The scent is never overwhelming — I purposely apply it before bed because it's so soothing and yummy! I've also been using the new Eos Beach Waves Body Mist to give my arms and legs a little extra hydration to kick-start the day! Promising review: "Smells amazing, love the texture, amazing lotion." —Target Customer Promising review: "I love these and I have every color, probably duplicates! I use them for my to-do lists, backs of photos, daily journaling, drawing, all of it! Fun to use, lots of color choices, and color writes in the shade it’s supposed to. No smell either, which is usually a drawback to markers/pens sometimes." —Shayla Promising review: "Love these shades, they’re firm and give off a quality vibe, the tint is in the perfect shade. They look expensive in my humble opinion. Great pair of shades if you want to do a no makeup look as well. Didn't come with a case or cleaning cloth, but for the price, I’m not surprised. Delivered fast." —Brittani Get them from Amazon for $5.94+ (available in a variety of styles and packs). This is my go-to look for anything and everything. I feel super comfortable in them and, honestly, like a princess! I get tons of compliments whenever I wear them (a little flattery never hurt anybody), and I'm sure I'll convince myself to order yet another one for this summer. I've even bought a few for my daughter (and will continue to buy her one every year for her birthday until she begs me not to). They're perfect for special and everyday occasions! Promising review: "The Ellie Nap Dress is perfection! After about a year of Instagram telling me I needed a Nap Dress, I finally took the leap after having an emergency appendectomy. The dress was so comfy for recovery...and just about everything else! I own about a dozen of them now (and counting...). I've worn my Ellies for napping (duh), to work basically every day, out for girls' night, around the town in NYC, on airplanes, on the beach in Aruba, etc. It's perfect for just about any occasion, and SO, SO comfortable!" —Michelle Get it from Hill House Home for $178+ (available in sizes 2XS–2XL and 22 styles). Promising review: "Definitely will stay on your lips longer than your ex stayed in your life. It's not too sheer and not too vibrant, creating that natural look. I did a water scrub test, and it stays on my skin; it smudges a bit, but it won't make a mess; the smudge will be very light. It has a berry scent, and I absolutely love it." —Vy L. Ng Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (available in 28 shades). Promising review: "This is a fun game, although we have used it more as a conversation starter rather than playing strictly by the rules and scoring it. It's fun either way. Also, it is very compact and requires no equipment, so it's a great game to take along when traveling, visiting family, etc. Should be suitable for most older children. There might be a few topics that you would want to avoid, but it would be easy to just take those out as you come to them if you are worried about that, or have an adult run through the set before you start play. The vast majority of questions are fine for any age." —Becky N. Get it from Amazon for $15+ (available in three versions). I wore this in Deep Blue to see Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, and anyone who is *in the know* will understand just how much thought goes into choosing an outfit for that occasion. I originally was going to go channel "Lavender Haze" with my sister in this top (pictured, left) that is very similar but a little more low cut (my sister wore it instead!). I went with a Midnights x Folklore vibe (IYKYK), and this shirt was exactly what I needed to pair with my cardigan. The material felt almost bathing suit–like and was super stretchy (excellent for anyone who, like me, is rather busty). I liked that I could wear a bralette with it and that it wasn't see-through. Can totally see ordering this in other colors for the summer! Promising review: 'You know that TikTok sound that goes 'If I like it, I'll just grab it in another color. If I like it, and they have another color, I'll just grab it, and so on. That was written about this top. It's so comfortable, and I can confidently wear it sans-bra (I'm a 34F for reference, so that is a BIG deal for me — it never happens!). Consider every other color grabbed!" —Meghan J Get it from Amazon for $17.999+ (available in women's sizes XS–2XL and 26 colors). See it in action on BuzzFeed Shopping's TikTok! Promising review: "Here’s the thing. A scrub is never going to solve your blackhead issues long term. But there is truly no other product like this. It’s an amazing quick fix to get your pores unclogged and less noticeable, and once you’ve done that, slap on some retinol/salicylic acid with a moisturizer. Adorable packaging, unique product, and effective!" —Molly I've been using this brand for years and I think this Coconut Water Lip Stain might be my new favorite item. It's *immediately* cooling from the second I put it on my lips. It's so hydrating that I nearly forget that it's not just lip balm! The applicator brush is a 10/10; the curve of it feels luxurious, but the price isn't out of this world. I was honestly a bit taken aback, since they're known for their liquid lipsticks (that aren't always the most hydrating in general across *all* brands). But this lip stain really checked the hydration boxes for me! I'm going to order these in every shade, no hesitation or regrets. Get it from Kylie Cosmetics for $24 (available in five shades). Check out a TikTok of the mini Kindle in action. Promising review: "This is such a great Kindle! It’s lightweight, the perfect size for going in a purse or bag, and the matcha is SUCH a great color. I already have a Paperwhite SE that I love, so I decided to get this Kindle for travel purposes. The battery life isn’t as great as my Paperwhite, but it still lasts me a while with daily reading! It fits perfectly in my hands and makes reading very comfortable. The only thing it is missing is the warm light option, but that is not a deal breaker for me. If you are looking for a lightweight and comfortable Kindle, this is the one for you." —Christine Heath Get it from Amazon for $109.99 (available in black and matcha, and with or without an ad lock screen). Teleties is a woman-owned small business! Promising review: "I get a lot of compliments on this! I have thin hair, and this clip holds it up perfectly all day." —Kerrigan T. Get it from Teleties for $10.99+ (available in four sizes). I own this in "freckle," the neutral peach shade, and after trying it out for a while, I've found myself reaching for it more than any of my other blush products. It's just SO easy to apply! It can definitely be blended with your fingers, but I opt to use a brush. It's very subtle but adds the perfect amount of glow to my cheeks. I also love that it's not a bulky item, so I can pop it into my bag to add a lil' color to my face whenever. It can also be used on lips! So it's a lovely little two-for-one! Also! Rhode is owned by Hailey Baldwin Bieber. All of the products are vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and tested/developed by dermatologists. Promising review: "Umm, hello, this blush is amazing!??? She’s the perfect shade. I was influenced by TikTok, of course, so I had to try her out, and it was so worth itttt... so girl, if you're thinking of buying, you definitely should. Although I would say, I wish they were bigger and I'm afraid I’ll run out too quickly!" —Madelynn S. Get it from Rhode Skin for $25 (available in 13 colors). 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. Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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