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Promising review: "Been using this for a few weeks now and it's become a permanent part of my morning routine. Does exactly what it's supposed to — clears the coating off your tongue quickly and effectively. Feels sturdy, easy to clean, and doesn't take up any space. Noticeable difference in breath freshness throughout the day. Wish I'd started using one of these years ago. Good product, no complaints." —Derek Timko

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.95 (available in various sets and styles).

Promising review: "I placed this order after seeing it everywhere on TikTok... and boy am I glad I tried it! I was initially skeptical of trying anything on my feet.. and let’s be honest, the peeling feet pictures are not for the weak :) .. but oddly extremely satisfying. I soaked my feet in the bag for an hour as instructed (super easy to use) ... two weeks later, BOOM baby soft feet...10/10 would recommend!! " —Alma Elias

Get two pairs from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in five scents). 

Promising reviews: "AMAZING PRODUCT! I am amazed! I wash my face with Cetaphil gentle cleanser while in the shower, and immediately after getting out of the shower put BioOil on my skin. That is all I do. I do have a spot treatment from Neutrogena with 10% maximum-strength benzoyl peroxide for those SUPER STUBBORN pimples, but hardly use it since starting with BioOil. I will forever use this product and recommend when I can. I have olive-toned, freckled, medium to dry skin with oily nose and forehead, adult hormonal acne and hyperpigmentation. BioOil has given me a literal GLOW! I feel confident with my face again. I hardly leave reviews, but this product deserves it! Good luck on your healthy skin journey." —Amazon Customer

"Bio-Oil is the BEST skin product on the market. I use it twice a day, morning and before I go to bed. Small lines have disappeared. My skin is very smooth and seems to glow. A doctor recommended this to one of my friends who told me about it. I have bought several bottles as gifts. Be patient. It will take a few months for you to see notice the changes." –Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $10.26+ (available in three sizes, including 4.2 oz).

Of course, this is not an overnight miracle product. You should apply this 2–3 times a day and eventually, you may start to see results!

Talk to your doctor before attempting to treat your keloid on your own, and learn more about keloids from Cleveland Clinic.

BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jordan Grigsby has used this and here's what she has to say: "Oh! BTW, I bought this. Last year I got a dermal piercing on my chest and since literally just about every piercing I've ever gotten has grown a keloid on it, I should have known my dermal would eventually, too. I got the piercing in February of 2023 and around May I noticed a nasty, stubborn little bump making a guest appearance on my piercing. 🙄 I had written about this stuff a few times so the light bulb went off and I immediately bought it. I consistently used it twice a day and it gradually disappeared, literally like magic within a month. Keloids are a serious nightmare and I'm so glad that I found this stuff. I even *accidentally* ripped it out in November and immediately grabbed this to prevent a keloid from forming cuz I just knew it'd get infected. To my surprise, no keloid, nada. This stuff always gets rid of keloids for me, it's such a life saver. You do have to be patient and consistent, this is NOT an overnight miracle but it's worth it. I also suggest that you continue to use it for like another week or two even after your keloid goes away juuust in case it tries to sneak back into your life." 

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in multipacks).

Promising review: "I've been wanting to try this collagen mask for a long time, and the truth is that it delivers what it promises. What I like the most is the texture; when you apply it, it feels super moisturizing and, although it is a 'wrapping mask', it does not feel heavy or stain the pillow because it dries. Medicube is excellent!" —Nataly Velasquez

Get it from Amazon for $19 (available in four formulas).

Read more about tea tree oil and how it can help with athlete's foot from Mayo Clinic and jock itch from Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "In a previous job, I was always outside with wet feet in steel-toed shoes. Consequently, I acquired a roaring case of athlete's foot that also became jock itch. NOT FUN! The itch and burning was, at times, nearly unbearable. Like others have said, I had tried every OTC treatment and old-time remedy I heard of. When I started back on clotrimazole with little result, I turned to Good 'ole Amazon in a last-ditch effort to be rid of the symptoms. I happened on Wonder Balm. I was apprehensive because it is a little pricey. It came the next day after I ordered it on Prime. I immediately started using it regularly. After just two applications, the itching, burning, and stickiness between my toes was almost gone. All my symptoms were gone after about a week of use. If you're on the fence because of the price, I advise you to suck it up and buy it. It mostly smells like teen tree oil, and isn't all that bad. If you're so sensitive that the smell really bothers you to the point you don't want to use it, enjoy your continuing athlete's foot problems. I know for me I probably would have tried a witch doctor if I'd have thought it would help prior to buying and using Wonder Balm. Hopefully this amazing ointment works as well for you as it did for me. Also, a little goes a very long way." —Amazon Customer

Learn more about the many uses of tea tree oil at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "I usually use Dr. Bronner's, but I wanted to give this a try after seeing it on TikTok. I actually like this better and feel really clean after using. Love the fresh smell. Also helped an eczema breakout." —KJeanine ATL

"This is my favorite body wash ever! I was dealing with some serious postpartum BO, and this saved me! Results from first use!" —Amazon Customer

The kit includes the washer bottle and three disposable tips. Using it is simple: Fill the bottle with your preferred ear-cleaning solution, attach the disposable tip, and then spray the cleaner into your ear. This will loosen up wax and cause it to basically just fall right out of your ear!

Doctor Easy started 20 years ago with the invention of the Elephant Ear Washer by a doctor who saw the need for a better method of treating patients’ earwax impactions.

Promising review: "Gross photos. My husband has had a lot of earwax impaction problems in his life, and up until this point, we have paid to have a professional take care of it. But recently, he suddenly lost about 80% of his hearing and just couldn't wait for an appointment, so we bought this item. From the reviews I have read, it was a particularly easy solution for my husband. Nasty huge chunks start falling out after just a couple of squirts. Cleared everything out, no problem. Highly recommend." —Tea

Promising review: "I wish I had found these sooner!! These cold sores were probably the worst I've had and wouldn't clear up or stop itching/hurting. I googled cold sore remedies, and these happened to pop up. After reading the reviews, I immediately ordered them. They came right on time, and I put them on before bed last night. It's been less than 36 hours, and these cold sores are already healing beautifully. I plan to order another pack or three, so I can keep one at home, one in my purse, and one in my locker at work so if I ever feel the warning tingle/itching of a new breakout, I can slap one of these bad boys on and get rid of it quickly! Highly recommend for my fellow cold sore sufferers." —Jessica Hill

Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for $24.98 (also available as a pack of 15).

Promising reviews: "These really work! No chemicals, lotions, or gels needed - just water and SO MUCH dead skin came off. I was both grossed out and strangely satisfied by this… my skin has honestly NEVER felt this soft and I’m very happy with my purchase." —Brooke Parent

"I have always used body scrubs, so many different kinds and brands. When using this mitt I didn't see much dead skin but I wasn't expecting to since I consistently use body scrub. After using this mitt my skin has never felt softer or smoother. I wish I found this sooner, I would have saved a lot of money not buying scrubs. This is a wonderful price for a wonderful product. If it is in your cart buy it now!!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.34 (available in five colors; also available as a two-pack).

Just presoak feet, apply the gel, let sit for 5–10 minutes, and rinse! It's recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind.

Promising review: "Best foot callus remover I have ever used! I read a lot of the reviews before purchasing this product. Most callus removers I have purchased in the past were not very effective. So I was encouraged by the reviews. I saw that a lot of reviewers mentioned to be very careful not to leave it on longer than three or four minutes. My feet were the softest they have ever been. Love love love." —Cheri whisker

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three scents and two sets).

Promising review: "More than six years with a large, sometimes painful plantar wart on the bottom of my foot. The doctor tried freezing. I tried apple cider vinegar, aspirin, freezing at home, over and over again...nothing worked. Never showing the bottom of my feet, refusing to get a pedicure with the girls, and so, so embarrassed...It felt like I was doomed to have it for forever; it was resistant to everything. Literally six years of fighting it and on a whim tried these because of the good reviews. ONE APPLICATION. I wore the bandage overnight. I didn’t think it did anything, but a few days later the wart just came off. I know it’s silly to be so emotional over a stupid wart, but I’m telling you, I nearly cried. I’ve never been so happy with a product in my life. Highly, highly recommend giving these a try if you’ve got stubborn plantar warts." —Liz Dube

Promising review: "I get corns on the bottom of my foot. This has been going on for 30 years. I’ve tried all the pads sold in drug stores. None of those are anywhere as good as this brand. They stick to the skin very well, and the medication really works on the corns and the thickened skin around them. Well worth it." —Al Symbal

Rubbing alcohol-based products (like Tend Skin) can help prevent an infection of an ingrown, but can’t prevent an ingrown itself, according to Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising review: "After many years of razor burn on my face/neck, I finally broke down and bought this per a friend's recommendation. I have sensitive skin and had given up hope that anything could help. This totally changed my outlook on shaving. My neck especially would be the worst. I dab it on immediately after I rinse and dry, post-shave. It does burn a bit but that goes away pretty quickly. Totally worth it to not have razor burn/bumps anymore. I only apply it once after shaving even though the directions recommend repeat applications the following day. Go ahead and purchase, you won't be disappointed!" —bill nye

Get it from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: “I tried EVERYTHING! I tried tree tea oil for years and various different 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. I started applying this gel, which is super easy to use. I swear to you that I noticed a difference after one application.” —WIAPilot 

Get it from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in various sets).

The kit includes 100 grams of nose wax beads, 30 wax applicators, 10 mustache protectors, a measuring cup, and 15 paper cups.

The hairs in your nose play an important role in filtering out any harmful debris. But of course it's your body and if you want to wax your nose hairs you're more than welcome to — just be careful as plucking nose hairs can lead to infection and ingrown hairs.

Promising review: "I highly recommend this product. The instructions were super easy to follow, and it worked perfectly! I was a little nervous to pull the sticks out once the two minutes were up; however, it didn't even hurt. I expected it to hurt momentarily and my eyes to water, but neither was true! If you wanna get rid of them pesky nose hairs...snag this product!!!" —Julie J.

Get it from Amazon for $15.27+ (available in three sets).

The kit comes with 10 toenail braces and the materials needed to apply it, including a nail file, solvent, and cotton swabs.

Reviewers swear it starts easing pain in days, and full correction happens over time.

Promising review: "I never realized how curved my toenails were. I thought the pain I had was just normal and a fact of life. Only when I read about the Curve Correct product, did I realize that I had a major problem, and it could be resolved! Now I'm on the way to normal, flat toenails, that DON'T grow curved into my skin!" —Jamie H.

Read more about constipation relief at home, including using a squatting position, at the Cleveland Clinic. And if you want more Squatty Potty content before making the best purchase of your life, check out our Squatty Potty review.

Promising review: "I'll do you all the courtesy of NOT adding a photo or video (You're welcome). This works. Whoever invented the toilet had their heart in the right place, but not their knees. This device mimics proper positioning, and you should get one. That is all. Thank you for coming to my TED Talk." —P.W.

Get it from Amazon for $24.97. For a more ~aesthetic~ throne, splurge on the acrylic version for $79.99 or the bamboo wood version for $39.99. 

Always consult with your doctor before taking medication, and read more about simethicone capsules at the Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "Thank goodness for these pills. These are super fast-acting and so effective. I get so sick whenever I eat basically anything, and these have helped so much. I can take two in the morning, and I'm not in pain or sick all day if I eat. I'm ordering more ASAP." —Nerdy Chic

Promising review: "I was extremely skeptical about this product actually working at first. I saw this on TikTok and started reading the comments, which were all positive reviews, so I decided to try. Let me just say I no longer have to awkwardly run to the bathroom after my fiancé and I do the dirty. This product works!" —brittany simmons

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a 20-pack).

Read more about hemorrhoids and treatment at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I was hurting horribly, so I ordered this cream; I’d never used a cream before and always used a suppository. This product was a little pricey, but at this point, I didn’t care. I wanted relief! I now work remotely from home so this was affecting my job as I sit all day, and even using a donut wasn’t helping! This cream is great! It gave me fast relief and shrunk the external hemorrhoids! I will definitely purchase this again and keep on hand always! I wish I would have found this product before this time!" —Pam

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (also available in a set with a spray).

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 $12.99+ (available in women's sizes M–XXL and three colors). 

Promising review: "For anyone who might be a skeptic, please allow me to put you at ease. If you have hyperhidrosis, meaning it can be 9 degrees outside and you're still sweating under your arms, this product has the potential to change your life. I would sweat THROUGH a sport coat before noon. Enter the Sweat Block product. I've had it for three weeks, and it is life-changing. I DO NOT sweat under my arms anymore. I'm still on the original box that I bought three weeks ago. I had to write a review after I was cleaning the garage today in 85-degree heat...I was sweating through my shirt on my back...BUT NOT MY UNDERARMS. It is amazing!" —Frosty McGee

Get a 10-count box from Amazon for $19.97 (also available in packs of two or three boxes).

Promising review: "Breathtakingly effective. WOW — This stuff REALLY works. I thought it was just another air freshener. It is not that at all. If you spray just one squirt in the toilet bowl BEFORE the room is stink-free. If you share a bathroom with someone, get this product!" —Dar Hum Bell

Get the 2 fl oz. size from Amazon for $9.45 (available in six sizes). 

Promising review: "I am one of those women who just hates those thick pads. I tried others that claimed good protection but found out very soon that they leaked. I want to know that I am protected from embarrassing situations. I am an older woman with urinary incontinence. It's bad enough being old and having all the problems old people go through, but add urine leakage and bad urine odor, and you see others turn away from you. These pads are exactly what I like. They are thin and fit comfortably, and you don't smell like you got a diaper on; no leaks and no discomfort." —Elaine Leith

Get a box of 144 from Amazon for $32.82 (available in three set sizes).

Always consult with your doctor before taking medication and read more about loperamide solution like Immodium at Cleveland 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

You can reuse them for up to two years! Set them out in the sun for an hour to re-activate the charcoal.

Promising review: "I have a pair of black leather flats that stank so badly my husband would yell at me if I took them off anywhere near him. But I love the shoes!!! So, I had to find something to make the stench go away without leaving me with an allergic reaction. This was the answer. I honestly couldn’t believe it. A few days after placing them in my prised-off shoes, I took a whiff from about a foot away. Nothing. I got closer. Nothing. I stuck my nose practically in the shoe. OK, maybe that’s pushing things, but I’ve got to tell you that 95% of the broken-in leather grossness was gone. So happy!!!" —Erin 

Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.95 (available in various pack sizes).

Promising review: "My boyfriend had very sweaty very smelly feet that would give him blisters. I would make him leave his shoes outside in the hall and he would sweat through his socks :( he would regularly have to throw out shoes for sweating through them. OMG CARPE SAVED THE DAY!!!! The first two days we weren’t sure it was working but with diligent application at night and in the morning it had AMAZING results. It’s like my boyfriend has brand new feet. Even on the hottest most humid days his feet socks and shoes are completely dry!!!! Only takes a small amount and it’s doesn't have any irritating scent. If you have smelly feet in your life buy this immediately!!!!" —Nthrivera

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available with or without an applicator). 

Promising review: "I PRAY we are never faced with lice in our house ever again, but if we do, I will 100000% purchase this product again! We’ve got long (and a lot of) hair in this house, and I was able to get several treatments out of this box. Highly recommend if you’re dealing with lice and need an effective treatment!" —Pete

Get it from Amazon for $18.88 (also available as a prevention formula and two-pack with both products).

Promising review: "The texture is soft and not sticky. As it is water-based, it is comfortable for the skin and easy to clean. It works well, provides good lubrication, and is compatible with latex condoms, which gives more peace of mind when using it." —Fabiana Lopez 

Get a 4 oz. bottle from Amazon for $5.97 (available in three sizes and as a two-pack).

Make sure to first wash your face with your favorite cleanser and one of the *included* silicone heads, using the "Cleaning" and "Ion+" mode. Then, with your skin still being wet, switch to "Lifting" mode and glide the stainless steel spatula over your face at a 45-degree angle to lift up the gunk in your pores. Afterwards, use the "Ion-" mode after applying your favorite skincare products so you can maximize the benefits!

Btw, each mode automatically turns off after five minutes so you don't overuse it!

BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Negesti Kaudo uses this: "I got a facial a couple of years ago and I could tell something was different about my extractions, so I asked the aesthetician to write down the name of the product. I went home and immediately bought this! I LOVE IT. I love it more than any other skincare tool that I own. This thing gets gunk out like nothing I've ever tried before, and the first time I used it, I was absolutely disgusted. But I kept on using it. I don't have much acne, but I do have oily combination skin and visibly clogged pores, so this has been a lifesaver when I don't have time to visit an aesthetician. You have to use it while your face is still wet, so after washing your face or even using toner, and you just start scraping. Make sure you have a paper towel near (and maybe a camera) because you will be amazed and disgusted all at once, but you will literally never stop using. I use mine every other day to once a week if I'm having skincare issues, but it also does a great job with monthly use (it's just much grosser)! I follow mine up with Clinique's Clarifying Lotion 3 and Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel!"

Promising review: "Don't doubt it, a staple in skincare. I got this little device from a TikTok and decided to give it a try. I never knew I needed it until the first time I tried it. The vibrations magically bring up all the stubborn blackheads you can’t reach with just your fingers, especially if you have acrylics like me." —Paige Chaney

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three colors and waterproof version).

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