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Now you’ll be looking forward to cleaning your water bottle instead of procrastinating it.

I am a contributor and former resident writer at BuzzFeed Shopping, where I covered everything from fashion to kitchen products — but beauty and travel are my bread and butter (and shopping vices).

Promising review: "This is the definition of 'product you didn't know you needed because you didn't know it existed.' I was FOREVER pulling the wrong chain on our bedroom ceiling fan. (Want the light off? Oh no...now the fan's on high. Need to change the fan speed? Eek...now you're in the dark.) They're much better quality than I expected. They're actually quite heavy-duty pull chains, and they add a bit of fun to the decor." —LHD

Get them from Amazon for $5.68+ (available in three styles and two lengths).

Bottle Bright is a small business that has made cleaning bottles extremely easy and waaay more doable.  

Promising review: "Wow! Wow! Wow! This is now a must have in our kitchen! It’s been used to clean our water bottles for sports, water bottles with straws, dental retainers, pickling jars to get that lingering smell out of mason jars, stainless steel pots that where discolored, coffee stained cups and also some China that had some gunk on them. What else can it be used for? We’ll keep searching!" —M.E.

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $10+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "This scale is spot on; it matched exactly to the weight that my suitcase was at the airport and saved me $100." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $8.90+ (available in three colors and a pack of two). 

Promising review: "These chargers are the best! What you get is actually like getting eight chargers because each charger has four options for power, X2 and you have eight in total! These are legit fast chargers, VERY effective when you need to get some charge on quick like! I couldn't be happier with my chargers, they are the best I've ever used." —Jay Ree

Get it from Amazon for $12.14+ (available in seven colors and packs of two or three). 

Promising review: "We cannot BEGIN to tell you what a lifesaver this is! We have two old fiberglass tubs with vinyl shower enclosures that no matter what amount of scrubbing we have done with everything from bleach to cleanser to vinegar and baking soda would NOT come clean. After I took my shower last night, I sprayed down the tub and walls. Within minutes, all the built-up water deposits and dirt and grime began to melt away in front of my eyes. I left it on overnight, and when I got up this morning, it did not look like the same tub and shower. This product is a godsend, especially for old folks like us who have difficulty getting down on our hands and knees and scrubbing anything. More importantly, it performs as advertised. We plan on using it as part of our weekly cleanup routine. This is truly an overnight sensation!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two scents).

Promising review: "Okay, so I found this deodorant, and I have to rave about it! It's a total game changer for those scorching summer days. I'm talking about the kind of heat where you feel like you're melting. Well, this stuff keeps me feeling completely dry, which is a huge win compared to others I've tried. On top of that, I smell amazing, like a total treat all day long. 😉 It's like a little burst of freshness that actually lasts. I've tried so many different brands over the years. But, I have to say, this one is the most reliable deodorant ever! I never have to worry about reapplying throughout the day. It's the real deal, and I just had to share!" —JA

Get it from Amazon for $8.87 (available in four scents). 

Bed Band is a US-based small business that specializes in bed bands for mattresses of various sizes. 

Promising review: "I have a pillow-top and pillow-bottom queen-size bed that is a little too small for king sheets, and with queen sheets, I have battled to keep the sheets from popping off. I have tried everything! I was about to try to customize some king sheets because it was so frustrating. Then I saw this product advertised on Facebook in one of those posts about the amazing products that people love. So, I figured it was worth a try. It works. I was shocked. My sheets have not popped off once. I ordered this in February, and it is May now — and they have not popped off once! They used to pop off EVERY...SINGLE...NIGHT. To say this is life changing is not an exaggeration. Such a relief to be able to sleep through the night without ending up in rumpled sheets." —TinkerbellAPixie

Get a set of four from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three colors and four pack sizes).

It's also dishwasher-safe, heat-resistant up to 392 degrees Fahrenheit and works with fried foods.

Promising review: "I love this thing! It is quite sturdy and has no issues holding lots of ravioli, tortellini, or any other shaped pasta. One note, it does not do well with long spaghetti. It is also great for grabbing veggies out when I blanch them in water or chicken breasts I have poached. I was injured in an automobile accident, and my hands are not in great condition. This has made having to use tongs for some things no longer necessary. It has also — totally — made lifting heavy pots full of liquid unnecessary. Cooking is therapy for me, and to find any tools that make it easier for me is fantastic! I highly recommend this scoop to anyone needing a little help in the kitchen, or who just wants to not have to pull out strainers all of the time." —Kayce Cawthon McCarty

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two styles).

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly vouches for these! "Let me tell you, fine folks, these lil' pieces of plastic are SO STURDY. The day of the ceremony they made the heels much easier to walk in and prevented me from aerating the lawn. I didn't trip as the first bridesmaid to parade across a country-club lawn in front of approximately 150 guests, and the last bridesmaid to walk out after the nuptials. Out of all the dough I spent on my bridesmaid ensemble, these were the biggest bang for my buck — OK, maybe besides the dress!" See her full heel stoppers review for more deets.

Promising review: "I, unfortunately, forgot to put these on my shoes for the outdoor ceremony and pictures. My heels sank into the grass and the heels also kept getting caught on my dress which was an intricate lace. Once I was back to the bridal suite, before heading back to the reception, I put these on and they worked fabulously. Not only did they prevent my heels from sinking into the ground, but they also protected my gown from the heels catching when I walked, which had been a huge unanticipated problem. They are slightly visible, but the delicate petal shape makes them pretty and unobtrusive. I absolutely recommend these and won't hesitate to use them in the future." —npview

Get them from Amazon for $12.99 (available in four sizes).

Fullstar is a small biz that specializes in super useful kitchen gadgets!

This also comes with different blades for slicing, dicing, and spiraling your favorite foods, too! 

Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $23.73+ (available in six sizes and four colors). 

Read more about how ergonomic workstations can help at Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising review: "This is just what I was looking for. I need my laptop to sit a little higher on my desk to bring the screen to eye level, and I wanted to get rid of the books I had stacked under it. I use a keyboard, so it's more important to me that the screen is at eye level than to be able to access the keys. I also wanted to be able to raise the laptop up so I can stand at my desk, not just sit all day. This laptop stand is perfect! It sits low when I'm sitting, raising the screen to the same level as my monitor, or I can adjust it up and work standing. The best of both worlds! The stand is solid, grips my desk surface, and holds my laptop securely." —K Dicus

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in four colors). 

Promising review: "This is one of those items you didn’t know you needed, and once you get it, you can’t help but wonder how you ever managed before. I absolutely hate taking the shower curtains off because of the whole open and close for several shower curtains. I know you’re like, ‘It’s just shower curtain hooks.’ And it is. But when you have to change out the creepy shower liner that likes to attack you, and you dread doing so, this just adds seconds to your life. No more unsnapping. Simply take out the liner, place the liner on the appropriate hook, and presto." —Nardsbaby

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 19 colors and two styles).

Before you toss your tech in the trash, at least give this a try. 

Promising review: "I never usually write reviews but this is an exception. I've had my AirPods for over a year and when the sound quality was diminishing, I was afraid they had a short life expectancy and I would need to get a new pair! Even after using cotton buds to clean the AirPods out, I thought that was enough until my friend said there's stuff built up and hard to see, but there was nothing able to get it out! Enter this product. It literally took five minutes to clean each ear bud effectively and instantly the sound quality was as good as new! Loud, clear, less trouble connecting to my phone, etc. You don't need a full square to clean them, so you can pull a piece off or reuse a square with a side you haven't used! SO happy I found a solution!" —Amazon Customer

Hayley's Corker is a small biz that makes variations of this amazing bottle stopper in different sizes and colors. 

Promising review: "I wouldn't consider myself a 'wine connoisseur' by any means, but I typically have a bottle or so, float through my house each week. This wine corker takes the hassle out of pulling the original cork out, it is easy to clean, makes the wine taste better, and hello it's five bucks! It would make a GREAT cheap gift for a wine drinker. At the moment, I only have the one, but I'm planning to grab a few more to keep on-hand. :)" —jason lebeda

Get it from Amazon for $12.08 (available in two- four- and six- packs).

Promising review: "When you have anything white in your house, and you have a love for red wine, THIS PRODUCT IS A MUST!!! We had a dinner party of about 15 people in our house so I bought five bottles just in case. We didn't need the five bottles, but someone did spill red wine on our brand-new white couch. I was so mad, but I used this stuff and it was GONE. Not just took most of the red wine out — the red wine was GONE! No trace of it at all! I will buy more!" —Alial

Chom Chom is a small biz that makes cleaning products for people with pets!

Promising review: "I usually don't leave a review, but this product is worth the effort to type,... It's simple, well built, and a clever way to pick up our cat hair. In addition, has a good price point. We have two long hair Maine Coon cats who shed twice a year. It's a nice supplement to lint rollers (save you money on using 100% only lint rollers) and vacuuming. We have one for the house and one for our RV. For our needs it's ideal on bed comforters, chairs, sofas, and small throw rugs that would get choked in the vacuum cleaner. For the people who complain it's not a true "roller," big deal. Its mode of action is a quick back and forth on smaller areas vs. long sweeping rolling. We live in a sea of cat hair, this is a nice tool in the toolbox!" —Richard A. Holmes

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in four colors and a different style).

Promising review: "I use this on my wood floors and my rugs. I have three big dogs who shed so much. It is the perfect shape and size to fit anywhere to get the fur trapped under couches, tables, etc. As soon as I got it, I tried it out and my jaw dropped after how well it worked. It's completely made of rubber and molded so it wont fall apart." —Brittney

Promising review: "This is the best $13 I’ve ever spent in my life. I’ve had it for three days and I’ve told like 37 people about it. I don’t have carpet in my house but I have rugs and hard wood floors and giant German shepherd hair tumbleweeds. I’m not kidding I felt like I was swimming in dog hair! I was sweeping with a regular broom several times a day and it felt like I was trapped in a fur dust storm. My allergies were begging me to find a solution. I bought ALL the vacuums and blew up every single one of them, including an actual Shop-Vac. This thing somehow magically attracts all the dog hair and dirt in a neat little pile. I will buy this again and again until I die." —Kimber Leigh

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "After several containers and continuously having to throw my brown sugar away due to giant hard lumps, I began to wonder why our brown sugar never lumped as a child. That's when I remembered a weird brown bear in our sugar, after a quick Google search I found this! I soaked it in water for 30 minutes and then added to my lumpy brown sugar. Two days later there is not a single lump in my sugar! Yay! Note: it did turn any sugar that touched the bear a white color, but it tastes the same, still! :)" —Sneezeloaf

Promising review: "In my drunken stupor, I purchased these thinking were ben wa balls. Boy was I wrong. But I'm so happy with my purchase because these keep my produce fresher for much longer than normal. Nothing is worse than buying red bell peppers at the store and having them start wilting after four days. These should be in everyone's fridges!" —The Waites

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $17.99 (available in different packs including refills).

Promising review: "Handy kitchen gadget. I love it so much I got three more to give as gifts. So much easier to store, wash, and use than any of my other strainers. Get a bright color so it’s easier to find!" —Meg Adams

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six colors).

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

Promising review: "I have never seen a product like this ever. My feet were so soft and radiant after one application only. I usually don’t give this rating easily, but this product truly made me do it. Seriously, it deserves 10 stars not 5, I would strongly recommend it to everyone." —Nora

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three size packs).

Promising review: "I love my new everywhere scarf/shawl. I purchased the silver for travel and am now wearing it almost daily. It is sooooo soft and versatile. Looks great with jeans and a sweater as a scarf. Looks really nice as a shawl with a dress or slacks and blouse. You will love how you feel wrapped up in it on an airplane or in the car on a trip. Don’t pass up owning this great accessory, enjoy it!" —George K.

Get it from Amazon for $39.90+ (available in 11 colors).

Promising review: "Why didn’t I buy these sooner? Easy to apply and use and they certainly do the trick on holding the cord at a convenient level. Now I don’t have to lean all the way to the floor to pick up my phone charger by the bed or by my recliner. Very handy!" —FarmGirl555

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "The mesh of the tape is slightly smaller than the mesh of my windows, so it doesn't blend in. But it's better than a hole and cheaper than replacing the screen and it still lets air through, so I am very happy." —Alara

Get it from Amazon for $8.79 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I cannot recommend these enough and I do recommend them to everyone who flies. I like to keep lots of things easily accessible (gum, tissues, my drink or drinks, a game, sunglasses etc.) I hate having to dig through my bag to get my AirPods case to charge them or to grab a piece of gum or my snack. These pockets are so nice that when I first get on the plane I load up the pockets with all the goodies from my bag and then I can just tuck my personal item (book bag) under the seat in front of me and forget about it. No more lost drink bottles rolling around somewhere under my seat, no more pulling my bag out 50 times. I also love that it covers the top tray. 1.) I have food allergies and hate germs and this is just 1,000 times cleaner! 2.) It provides a nice surface to read, play games with the kids, or do any number of things on. No taking it off for meals either. I have no cons to say about this item. It’s super slim, fits in your personal item easily, and it doesn’t feel like it takes up your leg room. I just can’t give it enough stars. I have taken these on many different style aircrafts and never had an issue with the latch style yet. This would also make an amazing gift and the traveler in your life will love you forever after using this." —Jessica

Hustle & Sew is a small shop based in Saint Helens, Oregon.

Promising review: "LOVE these splash catchers! They save me from having to chase the puddles that form around the base of our faucet before they start creeping over the counter. So reasonably priced, made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care." —Alina

Get it from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).

Promising review: "I lost my phone in the ocean over a month ago. A big wave knocked it from my grip, and I thought it was lost forever. A diver found it in perfect condition, in 8 feet of water, and a foot under the sand. Once it charged up, it was like nothing had happened. If that doesn't convince you to buy this, I don't know what will! Highly recommend!!! 👌" —Rachael

Get it from Amazon for $5.39+ (available in 11 colors and packs of two).

Promising review: "I wish I took before and after pics! I had no idea how disgusting my ring was until I used this — what a MIRACLE product! I can’t take my ring off easily, and this made it so I can get my ring back to the original brilliance so easily. I should have gotten the multipack as I will be using this often for the rest of my life!!" —renae abel

Get it from Amazon for $9.48 (available in a two-pack, three-pack, and in four different styles).

It's made with three ingredients: hydrogen peroxide, natural egg white protein, and sunflower lecithin, but don't worry, reviewers say the drops don't affect the taste. Each bottle treats up to 55 glasses of wine and is much more cost-effective, discreet, and portable than wine wands and filters. 

Promising review: "OMG, can't believe I've lived without this product. If you like wine, you've got to try this. Drop It is a big miracle in a little bottle. The all-natural ingredients do not change the taste of any wine and it absolutely does work as advertised. I love, love, love Drop It and highly recommend trying it." —Pati

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in five pack sizes).

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly is a big fan of these: "Each pack comes with three packets. And, because they *are* liquid, they'll easily slide into the side of your toiletries bag. I've packed these on international trips to much success!"

Promising review: "I bought these just in case. I'm the overly prepared type. And then I was sitting there in Florence eating this incredible sandwich for lunch, and it all came pouring out the bottom on to my linen pants. Olive oil, liquid from sundried tomatoes.... FUUUUUUUUDGE. Luckily we were eating in our room, so I immediately stripped my pants off, put them in the tub and dumped in two of these Tide packets. We'd packed carry-on only, so I needed these pants frequently! The Tide saved the day. They also came in handy to refresh my husband's socks after walking around in the heat all day. GET THEM. It's an easy pack and a no-brainer." —NolaForever

Get it from Amazon for $4.04+ (available in five pack sizes).

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