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As a deputy editorial director on the BuzzFeed Shopping team with almost a decade in the lifestyle and service journalism sphere, I use my shopping editor eye to find and vet products across a variety of categories, including lifestyle, home, beauty, fashion, pets, cleaning, travel, aging, and more.

You're definitely not alone when it comes to wanting to keep awkward personal care issues strictly to yourself. Fortunately, you can buy these kinda embarrassing products online to discreetly tackle everything from stubborn dandruff and sweat-soaked palms to body odor and annoying whiteheads. Ahead, we found the clever fixes reviewers swear by so you can get relief without making awkward eye contact at the checkout.

Promising review: "I was skeptical after I sprayed this on my arm in a nice air-conditioned house. It smelled lovely, and a quick sting of mint hit my skin. I was very underwhelmed. It has been a warm day, and I took this outside since I knew I would be sweaty and warm. I sprayed this on my 'underboob' — holy wintery coolness! It’s been 10 minutes, and I’m still feeling the chill. Apparently, it works REALLY well if you’re sweating. It dries almost instantly, and I’m a tingly fresh still." —Michelle

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two scents).

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

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.95 (also available individually and in a four-pack).

Promising review: "I have used Kerasal for three days, and fungal [damage] is 95% gone! A very easy-to-use dispenser that eliminates mess during application. You can apply yourself effortlessly. Gonna tell other family members with toenail problems about this! I would give it 10 stars if there were room!!!" —Dennis Downing

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

Promising review: "This product has completely gotten rid of my embarrassing athlete's foot. I’ve been suffering from athlete's foot for over five years now. I’ve tried things here and there, but nothing battled it as hard as this product. In just three months of using it once a day during my shower, it went away. If you're on the fence about which one to buy, do know this one works." —Jacqueline

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

Promising review: "MIRACLE PRODUCT! If you have a flaky scalp from dandruff, BUY THIS. I was about to go to the dermatologist if this stuff didn’t work. Thank goodness I saved myself hundreds of dollars by giving this product a shot. I used it four of five times (over a month) and it cleared my scalp almost completely. One more use and my scalp will be 120% healed! This stuff blew my mind. Totally worth it." —chris

Promising review: "I didn’t have this option when I was younger and using pads. I just rolled them up in the wrapper. These offer a little more discretion, and my tween can’t live without them. It offers more privacy when not at home, especially." —CAL

Skimpies was recently on Shark Tank and secured an investment from Barbara.

Get a nine-pack from Skimpies for $12.99.

These are hands down the best pimple patches I’ve ever used. Why? Because they actually work. IMO, they work best on whiteheads, drawing out the pus and preventing me from picking. Once all the fluids are drained (yum!), I plop a patch on what was once home to a very angry whitehead and replace it twice a day (once in the morning and once at night). In my experience, that has been the best treatment for preventing really noticeable hyperpigmentation and acne scarring, which my skin is really prone to after breakouts.

Promising review: "I have been experiencing terrible cystic acne. I also am a stress picker. I decided to get these as a last resort to avoid any more acne scars, and it was the best purchase I have ever made. I put these on some really painful zits before bed, and when I woke up, they were gone! They literally suck all of the grossness out of my zits. I don’t want to say it was like magic, but it was pretty much magic." —Reviewer

Check out the rest of my Hero Cosmetics Mighty Pimple Patches review for more deets!

Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $11.97.

Promising review: "It's gross in the most spectacular way. The amount of disgusting gunk that came out of my face was appalling, and I instantly gagged. However, my nose has never felt so clean and smooth for consecutive days. If you have oily skin, I definitely recommend washing your face first and applying it to the nose before moisturizing the rest of your face. If I could give this 10 stars, I would. Everyone is getting this for Christmas….maybe because it's not cheap." —Justina

Promising review: "No other products would work for me when I get nasty cold sores, but this has been the only thing to noticeably help, and the patch itself, if you catch the cold sore before scabbing period, literally can't even tell it's there. I would give it 10 stars if I could" —Cheyenne

Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $12.97.

Promising review: "This product WORKS! You won’t be disappointed. I used to get embarrassed taking off my flats in my office because they smelled so bad, but not anymore! My work flats make my feet sweaty, and this spray helps keep the awful odors away at least four to five days (probably longer, but I was so excited I just sprayed my shoes again because I liked the smell haha!) The lemon is strong, and the eucalyptus I love, so I would purchase again! Although it will likely last a while! I have a little boy who gets sweaty feet also, so I’m sure I’ll soon be using this in his shoes also." —Traeannah Brown

Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in three scents).

Promising review: "I used this product on my 10-year-old son. He sweats A LOT on his hands. He would tell me that he was embarrassed at school and he had problems making friends. My son told me he had never shaken a hand outside of mine ever before in his life...it broke me. As a father, I knew I had to fix this. I set up an appointment with his doctor and got nowhere. The doctor said it's normal and should go away in the coming years. I asked about surgery, and they said it would be around $10,000, so I started saving. A couple of weeks went by, and I came across this product. I asked my son if he was OK with trying it, and he desperately said yes. We put it on, and his hands are completely dry now. When it worked, he started practicing shaking hands and high-fiving his brother. It's been two weeks now, and it is working AMAZING." —HECTOR LORENZO

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in two scents).

They're individually packaged, so you can easily toss some into your bag if you're spending the night with someone.

Promising review: "Do you love the feeling of your underwear getting damp hours after adult time? That surprise wetness just as you're about to step into a meeting where you'll be presenting in front of your boss, as well as their boss? If so, this is not for you. For the rest of us, these are amazing. Just slip in one of these, let set while you check your phone, then remove and toss. The package says a few seconds, but my first time using it didn't work, so I did a full minute, and it works every time. No more wet spots to try to sleep in. No more wearing liners after fun time when you have to go to work. I will be a lifelong customer (well, sex life long anyway)." —Monica K. Jones

Promising review: "I’m always hesitant to try new products because my skin is extremely sensitive, but this cream is gentle, and it did NOT cause any skin irritation. There is little to no scent, it’s easy to apply, it soaks in quickly, and it does not make my skin feel greasy. Most importantly, my neck skin is tighter, smoother, and well-hydrated. I use this morning and night, and the tube lasts a long time." —Us

Read more about Kegel exercises at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "Since starting, my bladder control has significantly improved. I am now able to sneeze or cough without peeing myself. Yes, that's right. I am able to hold my pee longer, which means I can actually make it to the bathroom without dribbling on myself. The best part is that just a few short weeks into the program, you will have results you can feel. I think every woman who has ever had kids should try this out. The overall quality of my life has improved. Ditch your panty liners, stop the embarrassing dribbles, and no more mad dashes to the restroom because of a weak bladder. Even my sex life has improved; I have control of those pelvic muscles now. Just remember to wash the weights before and after each use with an antibacterial spray, and allow time to air dry before putting them away. I say air dry because if you wipe them dry with a cloth, you run the risk of giving yourself a bladder infection or urinary tract infection, and those are no laughing matter. Easy to use, easy to clean, stores away quickly." —Lady Tauber

Get a set of six weights from Amazon for $49.99 (available in a two-pack and with lubricant).

Read more about constipation relief at home, including using a squatting position, at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "What can I say? The process of excretion can only be compared to a real-life exorcism, where it feels, pleasantly if I may add, that the devil himself is trying to burst out of your gut. Needless to say, the stool changed my life. I found myself creating excuses to run to my magical place and discharge whatever little portion of food was left inside me; I was hooked. Soon, people started wondering why I've become so distant; the stool had taken over my life. It would have taken over your life too if you had experienced the kind of pleasure that I was now enjoying; it was my high." —Dino

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "New Year's Day 2019, I woke up at my friend's house after a night of partying to the smell of fresh coffee and bacon frying in the kitchen. So I get up and say good morning to everyone, get myself some coffee, and think to myself, 'Hey! The entire house smells like bacon. It's probably an opportune time for me to 'drop the kids off at the pool' because no one will notice anything I'm making in the bathroom over what Michelle is making in her kitchen.' Anyway, I look at the top of the bowl, and there's this stuff. For added protection against embarrassment, I pump a couple of sprays into the bowl and do my stuff. Yup, now I totally smell bacon and oranges, but not a whiff of anything else that might cause my friends to ask me if I need to see a doctor or something. So now I keep a bottle with me just in case I'm in one of those situations when I have, you know, a brown dog scratching at the back door, but don't want anyone to know that I'm letting him out." —D. Grieco Jr.

Get it from Amazon for $9.30+ (available in six sizes and a variety of scents)..

This comes with a kit containing 10 toenail braces and tools for application. Each brace lasts 3–6 weeks.

Promising review: "I used to be in sports all through middle and high school, and it really messed up my left foot overall, especially my big toe. I was always embarrassed by my big toe during the summer that I’d put a bandage over it to make it seem like it was injured. Finding someone to fix your toe is expensive, and I don’t have that kind of money at the moment. Started doing research on ways to do so, and this one was the best way. It does take some practice, but once attached, it should not move. Your toes will hurt for a day. Like a dense pain. Not sharp. I saw a difference in about two weeks. I’m a month in on the most severe toe, and no more ingrown toenail!" —Sandra L.

Promising review: "It's 100 degrees in Arizona 🌵 and I knew it was time to test this out. IT WORKS 💪 Armpits, butt cheeks, and feet — I went 48 hours in the Arizona sun and didn't have a need to apply more. Set it and forget it!" —Amazon Customer

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

The Mayo Clinic suggests ice packs as a possible remedy for plantar fasciitis pain, but be sure to consult your doctor for pain that doesn't go away.

Promising review: "I have always had hot feet at night in the warmer months ever since I was a kid. Now that I’m seven months pregnant in the summer, I wondered if something like this existed. I found these socks, and they are the BEST thing I have ever purchased. The only downside is I can only use them once a day since they need to refreeze, so I’m buying another pair. Just get them!" —Doug and Emily

Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in two sizes; size small/medium fits women's sizes 7–12).

As always, this is a clinical-strength product, so make sure you do a spot test first (especially if you have sensitive skin)! And each box lasts two months!

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 sports 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-pack from Amazon for $19.97 (also available in packs of 20 and 30).

Promising review: "I usually use the hair color spray to cover my grays, but it can get messy. This is a great alternative. I feel like I have more control over how much to put on. The sponge is super soft too. I’m satisfied with the coverage between hair coloring! It’s small in size and doesn’t take a lot of space in your travel bag." —Joanne

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in various shades).

Promising review: "This is an item I never knew I needed because I never knew they existed. Once I knew, I had to try them. I’m a 42D, and the large is a perfect fit. I am completely satisfied! These are soft, comfortable, and absorbent. I will invest in another pack to keep plenty on hand." —Kat769

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (available in women's sizes M–XXL and in a variety of color combinations).

If you suspect you have tonsil stones (also called tonsilloliths), talk to your dentist or doctor so they can perform a physical exam or imaging scan and deliver a diagnosis.

Promising review: "I'm in my early 30s and just started getting tonsil stones. Until a few months ago, I never even knew what these things were! I've been struggling with cotton swabs to fully remove the stones, but I couldn't get rid of them, and they would just come back within the week. I received this and OMFG...best investment ever. No struggle holding my phone as a flashlight while awkwardly posing myself in front of my badly lit bathroom mirror. I sat comfortably at my vanity, used one hand, and removed the whole stone in less than a minute. Why did I not know this was a thing? Why have I been struggling? Get it! Stop struggling, suffering, and awkwardly dealing with this ridiculous condition...trust me." —Wren

Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in two colors and in a multi-pack).

Promising review: "This is a Hail Mary! This is hands down the best product ever!!!! I have been using this product on my clients, and it has made my job so much easier and less time-consuming." —Diamante Valentine

Check out BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jasmin Sandal's Lee Beauty Professional Callus Remover Gel review to learn more!

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two scents and multipacks).

Promising review: "I'm not one to talk about my feet. I've had circulation problems for years that are just now resolving, and that has led to deep callouses on the heel of both feet. I bought this on a whim as I have tried other products in the past with no luck. Twenty minutes later, I'm touching baby-smooth skin where there used to be deep cracks and rough, broken skin. This thing is a miracle-worker, and if I could rate it 10 stars, I would." —Gully176

Promising review: "I had a hideous wart on one of my left toes that just wouldn't go away. I tried cutting it off and applying a peeling solution to it, but it came back with a vengeance. It was a cause of irritation and embarrassment that I couldn't even wear slides or flip-flops over the summer. Until I found this product. Without even a month of using these medicated pads, the wart is gone! I have no complaints about the adhesion because it was completely intact after 48 hours of putting it on, despite getting it wet a lot ( I shower twice a day). Within a week of using these, the tough top of the wart started to peel off with the medicated pad. I decided to continue using the medicated pad to ensure the roots of the wart go away as well. Now, there are NO traces of the wart at all! I am super happy about this product and recommend it to whoever needs to get rid of an embarrassing wart." —Elaine Corpin

Get 14 pads from Amazon for $6.67+ (available in three styles and larger packs).

Promising review: "This is the second review I’ve done on Amazon. I rarely go out of my way to write a review unless I’m truly amazed by the product. I have terrible sunken-in eyes (due to genetics) that can’t really be fixed without fillers (which I’d never do). No matter how much sleep I get, I have bad dark circles, so I decided that I had to invest in an eye cream. I’m so glad I did! I used a cheap drug store eye cream that really only made it look like I had water under my eyes and it did nothing else. This eye cream is so hydrating and smooth! It really evens out my skin tone and wakes up my face in the morning! I feel so refreshed and dare I say...prettier. It’s boosted my confidence a ton. I’m so happy with this product!" —casie ackerman

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and in packs of two).

Promising review: "Wish I would have found these sooner. I've never seen my nail as normal looking as I do after using these. The discoloration and ridges are nearly gone. The picture is a three month time difference." —lauriee

Get a box of 14 patches from Amazon for $17.99 (available in 

Promising review: "My cheeks, neck, forehead, and chin are covered in a fine ever-growing peach fuzz. If I cease shaving, I shall acquire a boat and thus forth be dubbed blonde beard. My mustache is darker and thicker, something I think a lot of women experience. I have been shaving for a while with a men's razor and shaving cream, but it just couldn't give me a close enough shave. ENTER SCHICK SILK TOUCH-UP! Holy wow! I've been dry shaving my entire face and some of my neck with these and no irritation, plus it is the closest shave I have gotten. No pulling or scraping like other 'mini razors.' It's quicker than doing what I call a 'dad shave' in the shower, and I can see what I'm shaving because I'm at my makeup table and there's no shaving cream obstructing my view (I don't want to accidentally hack off the hair by my ears or forehead). Plus, I compared this to other (what I call) mini razors, and it's twice the size. So very efficient for doing your whole face, easy for detailing those brows. I love this product and hope that they sell it forever. It works on my peach fuzz, mustache, and brows. If I ever get word that they are going to stop making them, I will hoard them all." —Dr. Eleanor Abernathy

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.50.

Promising review: "I ordered this balm on a whim as a remedy for a skin rash, and was very impressed with its effectiveness! After getting rid of my rash, I decided to try it elsewhere and it worked wonders on dry skin areas like elbows, knees, and feet. I was blown away with how I changed my feet entirely! As a dancer, my feet have always been a war zone: dry skin, callouses, ingrown toenails, and athlete's foot (all frequent problems over the course of many years). I was always embarrassed to wear sandals or any type of shoes that would show off parts of my feet because of all the dry skin, but sometimes it couldn't be avoided. This balm has made my feet the loveliest they have been and now I can choose any type of shoes I want to wear without embarrassment." —anengstrom

Promising review: "Even with using prescription-strength anti-perspirant, I will have pit stains within an hour of putting on a shirt. Because of this, I have almost exclusively worn black shirts for years. But no longer! I bought two of these shirts to try out and can now go all day long with no pit stains! I even tried going on a long walk with a sweater on and did not sweat through it. These shirts are very comfy and are thin enough to be able to wear under another top without having visible lines. This shirt is worth every penny." —K.M.

Get it from Numi for $65 (available in women's sizes XS–1X and eight colors — not all colors available in all sizes). 

Promising review: "I've had a hysterectomy. I'm in menopause and experience vaginal dryness. It is horrible. People I'm around don't talk about and share what happens in this part of the menopause journey so I had no clue what was happening. I found myself applying vaseline around the outer area like a baby because I was chaffed. I could feel it when I walked. I knew something wasn't right down there. As much water as I drink, I also noticed an odor. Well, the algorythims ran this product accross my feed apparently from the research I was doing. I got it and found Replens to be a great remedy! This is like putting a match in water and hearing that psst sound of the fire being put out! No sound of course but if you can imagine that you know what I'm talking about. Instant relief from the dryness. You'll realize you've exhaled! I see there are several products, all at higher price points that I may explore later but THIS product works. You can use it every 3 days. I find it works best to insert at night. The box comes with 8 applications and the price is amazing for the amount of product and the relief you get. It is easy to insert and comes in individually wrapped applicators. The moisture helps the libido ladies! I recommend." —Leslie C

Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $12.98.

Promising review: "I really loved this product. I am currently waiting for a new Invisalign set. My old Invisalign needed to be cleaned. I read the reviews and decided to purchase. OMG, it worked! There was a fresh taste, and they were clean. I wish I had found this product sooner. I did let them soak overnight only because I had been wearing them for the last four months. Nothing happened to Invisalign; there was no weakness or anything. Just very clean and fresh. If I could have given the product 10 stars, I would have." —Lisa R.

Promising review: "This product is a true gem. I’m eight months pregnant, and due to the baby pressing on my diaphragm, I’ve begun to snore terribly. My poor husband is a light sleeper, so I needed to figure something out. I started applying this at night, and he says he doesn’t hear a peep out of me! If you have trouble sleeping or snoring, this is something you need." —Raevyn

Get a box of 26 strips from Amazon for $11.49 (also available in a menthol scent). 

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