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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 If your dishwasher still smells kinda funny and your scalp is begging you do to something about all that oiliness, you should probably give this a click. As a Senior Shopping Writer at BuzzFeed, I specialize in a broad range of topics, including beauty, cleaning, fashion, personal care, home, fitness, and my beloved “TikTok made me buy it.” My work has been featured across lifestyle and writing publications during my ten years in the digital media space, including Bustle, HuffPost, HelloGiggles, and The Washington Post. This shampoo was designed to work for sensitive scalps, color-dyed, and chemically processed hair, as well as for all hair types and textures, with reviewers with 3b–4c curls mentioning it worked for them. Promising review: "I was hesitant. I have been dealing with dandruff for almost 10 years, fortunately, not that heavy, but enough where it was embarrassing. I tried everything. Leave-in conditioner, tea tree oil, Head and Shoulders, etc. One brand did work for a couple of days, but that's it. But this product has worked EFFECTIVELY. Dandruff-free for two months so far. It can leave your hair feeling a little dry, so just use conditioner, and it will balance out. If other products aren't working for you with dandruff, I can confidently recommend this one." —Martin C. Promising review: "Do not hesitate to try this product if you have a hard skin problem on your feet. It takes a few days to see a difference, but now I can see a change. Just like that, the skin on my pinky toe is not rock solid anymore. Bye bye, pain — and I am not joking." —Majda Promising review: "This product, my drill, and the flat sponge type cleaning pad were the only thing that worked transforming this very dirty tub into cleaner than clean. Very little muscle power necessary. A little goes a long way. It takes off the worst of things and leaves a kind of ceramic coat behind. It’s amazing." —Glinda Promising review: "Job well done! If you struggle with frequent drain clogs like I do, I highly recommend this product. It’s easy to use, effective, and a great value for the price. The hook design lets me reach deep into the drain and pull out a surprising amount of hair and debris." —Rose Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in packs of six). The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of five 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 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." —Monica T. Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in five shades). Promising review: "Saved me from buying a new dishwasher! I have to admit that I was skeptical that this product was actually going to do anything. I’ve noticed my dishwasher wasn’t cleaning dishes very well lately, and I did everything I could to get it working properly again, but was ready to finally give up and buy a new dishwasher. I bought these tablets thinking they were designed to eliminate odors, but I was willing to give them a shot before buying a whole new dishwasher. I put one in the bottom of the dishwasher last night per the instructions and woke up to completely clean dishes for the first time in weeks. They look perfect. I don’t know why these tablets work, but they absolutely did, and I am a happy customer!" —B. Turner Promising review: "I was not expecting this brush to be so amazing. I usually use a Wet Brush, and NO MORE of that. This one doesn't pull when the Wet Brush did. Feels amazing on my scalp. Just a very refreshing brush to find. I would definitely recommend this to everybody who has a hard time brushing their hair (even kids), very soft, and the price is excellent as well. Love love love this brush. Would definitely buy again and again." —Katy Shoemaker Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors). Basic Vigor is a US-based small business specializing in all-natural migraine relief products. Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins. Promising review: "I’ve had migraines all my life — I’m 31 now. I’ve been on all kinds of prescriptions that work, but make me so sleepy... I’ve been using this stick for one week now, and it’s amazing! I rubbed it on at the first hint of a headache/migraine and it takes care of it fast. I haven’t taken a prescription migraine since I started using it." —Amanda Braswell Read BuzzFeed's review of the migraine stick for more deets! Promising review: "Took this on my first cruise. Anytime that I started to feel woozy I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot — breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!" —Willy&Lilly Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a pack of four). Megababe is a small business that specializes in body care. Promising review: "Megababe Thigh Rescue has been a total game changer for me. It goes on clear and never feels greasy or sticky. If anything, it is moisturizing. The chafe protection lasts up to 12 hours, which is a huge win. I use it on my thighs, my waistband, and anywhere my skin tends to rub together. The quality is great, and it smells wonderful without being overwhelming. As a bigger girl, this is essential for me, especially in the summer. It works perfectly with dresses, shorter shorts, and anything that might cause rubbing. This is 100 percent a necessity in my routine." —Stephanie Psst — BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has tried the newer Megababe anti-chafing gel, and is already a fan! Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. I saw it on TikTok and figured I would give it a try. My grandmother passed away almost eight years ago, and she left me her first engagement ring in her will. I have tried so many jewelry cleaners, toothpaste and toothbrush, you name it, tried everything except for sending it away to get cleaned. I ordered the Diamond Dazzle Stik on Thursday, and it arrived the following Saturday, fast shipping! Today is Sunday, and I cleaned my ring with the Diamond Dazzle Stik. My ring is just as shiny as it was when my grandfather bought it for my grandmother many many years ago. I will definitely use this Diamond Dazzle Stik on all my jewelry. Highly recommended!" —Heather Get it from Amazon for $9.48+ (available in two sizes and multipacks). These are designed to work with all hair types! Promising review: "Obsessed. Super happy and impressed with these hair ties. They are comfy and stretchy and they don't snap or break. They don't stretch out. They are perfect and they don't tug and pull your hair. I love these and would absolutely repurchase." —Erika lee Get a set of 100 from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 12 bundles with different colors). Learn more about different kinds of eye drops and what they can do at Cleveland Clinic. Note that eye drops can potentially mask symptoms of eye conditions, so you should talk to your eye doctor about what's right for you. And according to Mayo Clinic, you should avoid redness-reducing drops if you're looking for dry eye relief. Promising review: "I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I've used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness." —Angela Leonard Check out a TikTok of the foot masks in action. I'm a long-ish distance runner, and these were certainly an interesting experience for my feet! You slide them on and, after a few minutes, feel a tingling, mildly burning (in a good way) sensation. It doesn't quite numb your feet, but it relaxes them. I kept them on for 30 minutes and then toweled my feet off, and the tingling sensation slowly faded over the next 30 minutes. After that, my feet felt very refreshed and relaxed at a time of day when they're usually aching from all the miles I put in. The whole thing was a mess-free, easy process, and I will definitely keep them on hand for longer run days! Promising review: "Very soothing. My husband and l used these on our European vacation, and they definitely felt good on our feet!" —KS2018 Get a set of three pairs from Amazon for $11.97. Promising review: "Tired of traditional 'cool' pillows that feel like a brick? Tired of soft pillows that wake you up in sweat? Look no more! I am a very hot-natured, hot-sleeping person. I can not sleep without a fan on high blowing on me. This pillow is legitimately cool and comfortable. Somehow soft but still supportive. Very, very happy with my purchase and the price!" —Robert Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in two styles and Standard, Queen, and King sizes). 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 — it 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 Y'all, this stuff is no joke — you can check out the earwax removal kit customer reviews to see the GOBS it is taking outta people's canals. Promising review: "My right ear has been plugged up for months. I squirted warm water in there, peroxide, tried various ear scraper tools, then just gave up. A month or so later, I saw this product at a local CVS and gave it a try. Laid on the couch with several drops in my ear for half an hour. I could hear weird fizzing noises. Then I flushed warm water in my ear with the included soft bulb syringe, and out came the culprit. Had to have been deep in there." —fixitforgood Get it from Amazon for $8.89 (also available in a two-pack). This brand, Grace & Stella, is also behind the viral, beloved under-eye masks that blow up on TikTok all the time! Promising review: "This is the best lip balm I've ever tried. It is intensely moisturizing and feels pleasant. When my lips get super dry in winter, this lip balm turns things around IMMEDIATELY. It's the only lip balm I ever plan to repurchase, honestly." —!!! Promising review: "These panties are incredibly comfortable and quickly became an everyday favorite. The seamless design truly lives up to its promise. The fabric is silky, smooth, and lightweight, so they disappear under clothing with zero panty lines, even under fitted leggings or dresses. If you want underwear that feels barely there, stays invisible under clothing, stretches well, provides just the right amount of support, and holds up over time, this pack is an excellent choice." —Amazon Customer Get a four-pack from Amazon for $18.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and four packs). Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly (pictured above) says about these: "This is me wearing them for takeoff for a Newark > Edinburgh red-eye flight and I had zero problems! I normally swap from these to the Mack's Earplugs (just mentioned) once we're up at a cruising altitude and I really block out noise from other passengers. So they're not really noise-canceling, but worth the extra room in your personal bag!" Promising review: "This product has changed my life. I travel fairly frequently and always have issues with ear pressure on the plane. My ears will be clogged up, and it is painful to swallow for a day or two after short-distance flights. But now, I use these and fly incident-free. You are supposed to insert them before the plane takes off and then before landing. I have found that it works best if I leave them in the entire flight from before takeoff until landing, but they work almost as well if you take them out once you reach cruising altitude." —Thomasina Check out a TikTok of the velvet hangers in action. I bought about 60 of these six years ago just to streamline the ~aesthetic~ of my closet, and I have now carried them with me through three closets and two big moves and can't imagine using any other kind of hanger. The velvet locks all my shirts and coats in place so I never have to worry about finding them bunched up at the bottom of my closet whenever I jostle them looking for something to wear, and they have been a *godsend* for reducing the space taken up in my closet. I also just love how sleek and organized they make my closet look. A few reviewers mentioned the velvet coming off on their clothes, but I've never had an issue with the beige ones. Get a set of 30 from Amazon for $17.99 (available in five colors, three sizes of sets, and in shirt, skirt, and suit hangers). Promising review: "TikTokers have done it again. This was one of the products on Amazon a person could not live without, stating all-day freshness. It's true, I cannot believe it. The taste isn't strong. It does not burn at all. It keeps my breath smelling fresh all day, no matter what I eat. This brand will be a new staple in my bathroom and morning routine." —Zac Seraphic Skincare is a small business that specializes in brushes, razors, and other personal care products. Head's up that you should start very gently, and that you really only need to use it two to four times a month to get good results without over-exfoliating and compromising your skin barrier. Promising review: "Not to be gross, but when I lightly use this on my dry skin, I can see the dry skin cells flying off! Great for cellular turnover. I use it on dry skin before showering and finish after shower with good moisturizing oil. Makes my legs feel soft and smooth. Don’t run too hard! Gentle strokes." —Juliet "Color me converted. It's so disgusting that you want to look away, but morbid curiosity keeps making you turn back. That's really a 'you' creature in the bottom of the tub. You really sloughed off a second skin like a Lizard Person and have now emerged a new person. One that will no longer trust brand-name products because they are a lie. Seriously. Buy this. You don't even know you need it, but you do. You really, really do." —Mandi Konesni Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors; also available in sets of two). Promising review: "It’s a little hard to squeeze, but that totally makes up for the AMAZING results. I was embarrassed about our tubs because the people we bought our house from didn’t caulk or seal them properly, and this resulted in mildew buildup. I tried EVERYTHING until I saw this on TikTok, I believe — MIRACLE FREAKING WORKER. I will be buying more, the only complaint I will ever have is the shipping got mixed up, but that is not a problem and was fixed very easily!" —Brooklyn Nguyen Check out a TikTok of the Laneige Neo Blurring Powder in action. Promising review: "I loved this setting powder, it blurred my pores and blended my makeup so well that even my husband noticed. Wow! I will be buying more before people find it and sell it all out, hehehe." —Charlotte Laim Promising review: "Earlier this week, my dentist advised that I get a bite guard. The cost was $700, but I could have had one for $500. I decided to try a less expensive alternative. I purchased these and woke up this morning pain-free. They are comfortable, and I had no problem falling asleep. Pain is gone, and I saved $500. I would say that's a win-win." —Charles Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $13.99 (available in larger packs and with included dental floss). Bottle Bright is a small business that specializes in effortless bottle cleaning products. Promising review: "Saw this on TikTok and gave it a try. May I say the results were golden! My husband uses the same Yeti every day for coffee, and the inside was stained pretty badly. I put this tablet in, gave it a wash, and it looks brand new!!!!!!! Also took away that coffee smell!" —Kelsey Angry Orange is a small business that specializes in home cleaning products. Promising review: "I love love love this product! This is a game changer for me! Since I've been using this, my friends and family have commented on not being able to smell dog urine in my house! I sprayed this in my son's bedroom and let it sit while I got my shampooer ready! It's been three weeks since I shampooed his room, and I haven't smelled urine even once!" —Jennette MIles Get it from Amazon for $17.09 (available in four sizes). Just be sure to test a small area of your skin first and wait a day to make sure your skin tolerates it! Promising review: "I have been looking for a good hair removal for my sensitive skin and this one is perfect. It has a great odor and leaves my skin feeling smooth and silky. It does not burn my skin at all, even when I leave it on for 15 minutes or more. This is definitely my new hair removal cream. I will recommend this one to everyone." —Crystal Promising review: "Works great! I saw a video for this product on TikTok, and knew that I needed it in my life. I love it, and it helps keep my new car looking clean and new!" —Alison Crawford Check out a TikTok of the heating pad in action. Reviewers note you should definitely wear it *over* your clothes! Promising review: "Oh my god. This might be the best thing I have ever bought. It gets so incredibly warm. You do need to wear it over clothes to prevent burns, but as someone who never finds any heat pack warm enough, the lowest setting is exceptionally hot. As someone who has really bad menstrual cramps and chronic constipation, this little belt does it all. The heat is so soothing and adjustable, and it heats up so fast. The vibration is my favorite part. It helps so much with trapped gas and bloating pains. The various patterns and heat combinations allow this to be truly customizable to however you feel at the time, and it’s fantastic. Absolutely worth every cent." —Chloe Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 11 colors). Gloves in a Bottle is a small business that specializes in skincare products for working professionals. Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! My hands get so dry that they will crack and bleed, and this is the only lotion that works. I’ll never use anything else!" —Amazon Customer Promising review: "Love these! Very comfortable to wear all day long. They don't keep your head away from the headrest when driving, which is incredibly important. I even wore one underneath a hat to a dress-up function and was still comfortable. The clip spring is strong and holds even my very long, thin, fine, and straight hair — no pulling, a few hairs, and very little slipping down even after hours of wear. They don't hang up in your hair like some metal ones do. These are the best hair holders I've ever bought, bar none." —Paint Mare Get a set of six from Amazon for $8.99 (available in 14 color sets). Promising review: "This cute phone umbrella is the best little find! It works so well! My phone did not get hot at the beach, and you can see your phone screen just fine, too! The magnet is strong, and I love the extra ring to hold on to. I’m ordering more for gifts because this is so cute and it’s awesome!" —Gina Get it from Amazon for $12.34 (available in nine colors). Check out a TikTok of the Dawn Powerwash Spray to see it in action! I've lived on my own for a long time now, so even when I've had a dishwasher, it's made more sense to wash individual dishes and put them away. This stuff is SO quick and effective at clearing up grime and burnt and caked-on food (I am an AVID eater of burnt cheese). Now that I'm a mom, I love this stuff even more — Dawn Powerwash is surprisingly great at getting spit-up stains out of furniture and items I can't put in the washing machine (like the mesh on a hand-me-own Snoo!). A lot of parents swear by it for getting poop and food stains out of baby clothes, too. Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this spray: "I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well." Get the starter pack from Amazon for $8.44. I bought this like a decade later than I should have, and it is as miraculous as everyone says. I am a chaos demon with four different sets of cutlery mashed together that took up way too much room and were too disorganized, since they were different shapes. This streamlined them all in an instant and got me half my kitchen drawer back — and I'm in NYC, so every bit of room counts!! Here's what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about it: "I have VERY narrow kitchen drawers in my NYC one-bedroom apartment kitchen — only one of which I can fully pull out — and buying this organizer for it has transformed it. I'm able to safely reach in and grab whatever I need (like a manual can opener for tuna salad or a mini whisk for a hot chocolate) without having to sift tools around." Promising review: "TikTok has done it again and made me spend money on unnecessary things. However, it was definitely worth it! I love the durability and space it saved me. Compared to larger and bulkier flatware organizers. Hands down, good purchase!" —Sierra Get it from Amazon for $11..99+ (available in three styles). Powerstone Pumice is a small business that specializes in home cleaning products. Promising review: "I have never been so happy about a purchase before, and this did it! We went away for a week and came back home and saw stains in all of the toilet bowls. I researched, and it’s from hard water or something like that. I’m so glad I [tried this] because this saved me so much money and time on finding a solution that works miracles. I didn’t even need to scrub hard. Just rubbed it on the stains a couple of times, and I was done in less than five minutes for each bowl. I highly recommend this product!" —Selina B Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (also available in a pack of two and four). 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. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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