1. A grout pen so you can easily cover up unsightly tile grout without actually having to, you know, scrub it clean. Normally when you want to avoid cleaning, you have to hire someone for that!
It works like a white-out pen for your floors and can cover up to 150 feet of thin 2mm grout.
Promising review: “I was pleasantly surprised by how far these went. I did the entire floor of my large master bathroom, plus a little of the shower, with one pen. It is pretty forgiving, and you have quite a bit of working time before it dries completely. This was not a quick task, but it went faster than I thought it would. I was worried the white would look too bright, but it just makes everything look so much cleaner. I’m very happy with this product!” —Jenelle
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in wide and narrow tips).
2. A roll of marble contact paper to give your home an instant dash of glamor. Reviewers like to use it on previously drab kitchen tables, bathroom counters, and Ikea furniture.
To apply, just unroll, position where you want it, sloooowly smooth it down with a credit card, and then trim the excess.
Promising review: “I absolutely loved this contact paper. It completely transformed my countertop. It was super easy to apply, and if I messed up, it was extremely easy to redeem myself. I did this alone with no help, and I’m pretty proud of the outcome. Took me about 30 min to complete it. I used the whole roll of the smallest option, and it was enough for me. Super awesome, and I will be buying more of this contact paper soon when I transform another room in my home! LOVE LOVE LOVE!!” —Mariah
Get it from Amazon for $4.49+ (available in six sizes).
3. Fanola purple shampoo that’ll transform your brassy blonde into ice queen blonde in no time. The purple toner counteracts the yellow tones in your highlights and can save you frequent trips to the salon.
Promising review: “Thank goodness I found this stuff!!! I’m pretty religious in getting my hair done every 10–12 weeks, mainly because my hair always goes warm and it bugs me. I’m not sure if there were new products used this last time I went to the salon, but my hair turned brassy within four weeks instead of the usual 10. Instead of taking the 40-mile drive to the salon and paying all that money again, I got this shampoo. I used it like shampoo the first night, leaving it in for two minutes. The second night, I used it like a mask, leaving it on for five minutes. Seriously, where has this shampoo been all my hair-coloring life?!” —S. Elison
Get it from Amazon for $9.93+ (available in four sizes).
4. And a hair thinner and cutter so effective, your hairdresser will forget what the back of your head looks like. Reviewers swear by this little tool for everything from trimming bangs and maintaining short haircuts to styling wigs.
The razor has two edges: a fine-tooth one for thin hair textures and a wider one for thicker hair textures. (FWIW, people also use this on their pets as a quick grooming solution!)
Promising review: “I recently got a pixie haircut; I was hesitant to get one based on the fact that I’d have to get frequent haircuts, the cost of which would add up quickly. I did some research on YouTube and found some videos using the tinkle hair cutter to trim hair in between salon visits. I LOVE this thing! It is easy to give a little trim or a drastic cut, both of which I have done since getting the tinkle cutter. I was very nervous to try it, fearing that I might mess up my hair, so I just did a little bit first, but it was easy and only takes off small amounts of hair at a time. Seven months post-pixie haircut and I have only been to the salon once to have a re-shaping done of my hair. I will say that when the cutter feels like it’s ‘pulling’ your hair, it’s time to get new razors. I still prefer my pixie cut to be pretty short, and assuming I would have to go to the salon once a month for upkeep, I have saved $210 since having my hair cut. TOTALLY WORTH IT!” —brandi in louisiana
Get it from Amazon for $5.99.
5. A pair of charcoal shoe deodorizers to help you reclaim your sneakers from the dreaded Stink. Just slip the cloth tubes into your shoes and let them save you from buying a new pair of shoes. To “recharge,” leave them in the sun.
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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. Mini Moso was the answer. I honestly couldn’t believe it. A few days after placing them in my prized 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 pair from Amazon for $9.95.
6. A pre-mixed multi-fabric cleaner you can spray on anything that’s looking a little worse for wear — curtains, mattresses, carpets, you name it. You’ll be like, “Wow, it’s almost like I never spilled coffee on my bed.”
Please note: it is NOT suitable for velvet, leather, vinyl, or silk!
Promising review: “I just got a brand-new mattress, and my cat got locked in my room and peed on my mattress in two places, leaving two big yellow SMELLY stains! I was worried about finding a product that would be OK on my pillowtop mattress. I was skeptical at first with the product being so cheap but the reviews had me sold! I sprayed it on my mattress liberally and waited five minutes as instructed. It says to blot, but with my stains, I scrubbed and was amazed when the stains started to disappear. I repeated one time and I honestly can’t locate where the stains used to be! Super impressed! Like others, I also really appreciated the nice fragrance! Didn’t smell like chemicals at all!” —Hailey Brown
Get it from Amazon for $4.97.
7. A beeswax wood polish and conditioner for giving your furniture an impossibly lustrous shine previously never seen in your home. The conditioning oils will revitalize thirsty wood and prevent it from drying out or fading. Guests will be like, “Did you get a new table?”
Use it on antiques, dining tables, kitchen cabinets, wood doors, trim, and more.
Promising review: “This stuff is absolutely AMAZING. My wife and I were getting tired of looking at our worn-out cabinets and wood paneling and were very close to paying a professional thousands of dollars to refinish it all, but then we came across this product. Our paneling and cabinets were looking rough. We have two dogs who had jumped up and scratched places, and we also had an area that was damaged by water spots where our dog bowls were and several other areas that were just worn from heavy traffic. This stuff was like a magic eraser for water spots, scratches, scuffs, and any other blemishes. We simply wiped the product on with a paper towel and let is sit for 20 minutes before wiping it off with a clean towel. Everything looks brand new. We’re so glad we found this product.” —Kris
Get it from Amazon for $9.98.
8. The Wand, if you insist on drinking two-buck Chuck despite the dire consequences. This mini handheld filter could possibly reduce your wine-induced headaches by removing histamines and sulfites in alcohol, aka the stuff that can potentially cause a nasty hangover. It’ll be like you sprang for a really fancy bottle of natural wine! Bonus: It claims to revive oxidized wine, so you don’t have to toss an open bottle.
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Read more about sulfite allergies and wine at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: “OMG!!!! This works. I love wine, but have terrible allergies to the histamines, sulfites, and preservatives in wine. I actually use one wand for two glasses of wine. I was very skeptical, but it works like a dream! Thank you PureWine. This is really a breakthrough for me.” —Penny Froh
Get a pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five pack sizes)
9. Big ol’ enzyme packs that fight through grease, fats, oils, paper, and organic matter to keep your sewer line clear. It’s basically like flushing a tiny plumber down your toilet once a month.
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Promising review: “Before you splurge on a plumber or septic company, you HAVE TO TRY THESE. We bought our home in November, and in March, our toilets started ‘gurgling’ and losing water when the washing machine would drain. Over the next few weeks, they gurgled more and more — when the dishwasher drained or we took a shower. I did a lot of research and none of the potential problems were going to be cheap to fix. Everything I read required having professionals come diagnose and repair our plumbing issue. I bought these and prayed for the best. I was SHOCKED. After one month, the toilets hardly made any more gurgling noises or lost water. After using these for three months now, the problem has 100% disappeared. I can’t imagine the $ we saved by simply adding enzymes to our septic tank! 🙂 Added bonus: Our 8-year-old enjoys flushing the packet down the toilet each month, LOL.” —Jamie Smith
Get six packs from Amazon for $12.33 (also available in packs of 24 packs).
10. A fabric defuzzer capable of refreshing furniture and clothing that’ve been looking a little…haggard. Your cat-scratched ottoman and pilled up sweatshirts don’t need to be replaced — they just need a little TLC.
Check out our write-up on this magical fabric defuzzer! The battery-operated model requires two AA batteries, not included.
Promising review: “Okay, I don’t normally rave about things like this. I bought this on a whim in a last attempt to save my favorite duvet cover. The pills had gotten to the point where it was seriously uncomfortable to sleep, with them getting all up in my leg space. I thought I was going to have to get a new duvet cover entirely. Along came this lil’ baby. Not only is my duvet cover basically brand new, but I have found a new hobby. I’m de-pilling everything. Sweatshirts, leggings, blankets, socks, anything that looks like it needs some love. It does the job quickly and leaves everything looking fresh. Hi, I’m obsessed. I can’t stop. I should send this back. I’ve started asking if my neighbors need anything de-pilled. I’m going to buy one of these for everyone in my life. Everyone needs to own this. Take it away from me.” —Sydney Jensen
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six colors, battery-operated or rechargeable).
11. A bottle of liquid plant food that’s pretty much a multi-vitamin for your houseplant. If your green little buddy isn’t growing as much as you’d like, consider a couple drops of this elixir! It’ll be cheaper than hiring a gardener, and I’m pretty sure gardeners don’t work in apartments with houseplants anyway.
This works for all indoor and outdoors plants to encourage new growth. Just add seven drops to your watering can before watering.
Promising review: “I bought this for a money tree plant that my cat ate all the leaves and completely destroyed. The first pic was a week or so after using the fertilizer as recommended, on April 7, and the second is May 4. Of course, I keep away from my cat at this point. Highly recommended fertilizer!” —Beth
Get it from Amazon for $9.01.
12. Mosquito Dunks to kill mosquitos before they’re even big enough to bite you. They’re made with a bacteria that’s only toxic to mosquito larvae, so you don’t have to worry about pets or wildlife. No need to call a pricey exterminator this year!
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You can throw these in your watering can or any standing water in your backyard. They contain BTI, a bacteria toxic to mosquito larvae. The treatment lasts up to a month and treats 100 square feet of surface water.
Promising review: “So far, this is the best method I have found to rid your houseplants of pesky flies, gnats, and other unwelcome guests. I keep half a dunk in my watering can at all times. When it dissolves (usually after a couple of months), I replace it with another. Works great on the houseplants. I tried a lot of other stuff first, and nothing compared.” —Joshua J. Homemaker
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.71.
13. A set of itty-bitty dermaplaning razors that will make quick work of peach fuzz, stray hairs, and eyebrows in need of a touch-up. They’re designed with micro-guards, which means you don’t have to worry about nicking yourself, even if you don’t have the steadiest hand. Now, you can extend the time between threading appointments — or skip them altogether.
This tool also helps soften skin by gently exfoliating as you use it!
Promising review: “These products have been a fantastic find for me. They’re exceptionally gentle on sensitive skin, easy to handle, and they hardly leave any marks. Whenever I forget a touch-up on my eyebrows before heading to work, I always have them in my emergency bag, ready for a quick fix. They work effortlessly without needing additional oils or creams. It’s truly the perfect solution for busy individuals on the go.” —nikita khandheria
Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.99.
14. An eyeliner with a wing-shaped stamp so you can just stamp on your cat-eye liner and feel like you hired Adele’s makeup artist. No more erasing and retrying one million times!
You get two dual-sided pens: one each with the left and right wings. The other sides have straight eyeliner.
Promising review: “I’ve tried the taping method, tried normal liquid liner, plastic winged stamping devices, stencils, all of it! So when I saw this, I thought, meh, why not give it a shot… It’s not like my hopes were high since nothing else has been efficient or worked as it should. But to my surprise, I put the left cat eye on first, and it was perfect, aside from needing to connect it to my current liner. I thought this was a fluke and did the right eye…again, it came out clean and perfect! I HAVE NEVER IN MY LIFE BEEN ABLE TO DO A CAT-EYE IN UNDER 10 MINUTES…LET ALONE THE two MINUTES THIS TOOK TO DO! There was no sloppy streaks that I had to touch up or anything you would expect. Just a clean crisp line.” —LadyMeow
Get a set from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in four styles).
15. Garbage disposal cleaner that’s not only easy to use, but also very entertaining to watch foam over. Toss in and grind one of these tablets weekly, and you can lose Roto-Rooter’s number.
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Here’s what you do: Run some hot water, pop one of the packets in your disposer, let it foam, then wait for the foam to fully disappear. Garbage disposer = lemony clean and ickiness free.
Promising review: “WHERE HAS THIS BEEN ALL MY LIFE???! Holy cow, I didn’t realize how easy and quick it was to clean a garbage disposal until I bought this product! Typically, I’d just use vinegar and baking soda down the drain and call it good. I didn’t know that there was an actual disposal cleaning product available until I stumbled across it through a BuzzFeed article. I had to try it. The instructions are very simple. It literally takes five minutes and some hot water, and VOILA! you have a clean, no-longer-stinky garbage disposal. Any time I got a whiff of an odor, all I did was drop one of these packs in the disposal, and the smell was GONE! Plus, the blue foam bubbling in the sink was amusing to watch. Worth every penny!!” —VadersGirl
Get a pack from Amazon for $3.78+ (available in four pack sizes).
16. A toothbrush sporting two layers of bristles so even floss haters can feel like they just received a professional cleaning. The longer bristles get deep in between your teeth to push out any lingering bits of food. (How long ago did you eat lettuce???) These are great for sensitive teeth but can also be used to clean grout and other small areas of your home in need of a refresh.
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Of course, this doesn’t actually replace an actual dental cleaning!
Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with “great” dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines.
Promising review: “This was another one of my TikTok purchases! I was skeptical, but my kids hate flossing their teeth, so I thought this might help in between making them floss. They work amazingly! My kids said they could see and feel a difference on the first use, and I agree! They are definitely worth a try! I would suggest not pushing too hard; those tiny bristles really get in there. It felt like after going to a dental cleaning.” —AN
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.90.
17. The Pink Stuff, an all-purpose paste that you can use to clean basically any surface — it works on everything from marble and wood to rubber boots and car steering wheels. Hiring a professional cleaner will be a thing of the past. And the future? Sparkly clean items as far as the eye can see.
Promising review: “Oh my gosh — this stuff is a life changer! Used it to get my fiberglass shower totally clean. Nothing else would get it done, and this stuff brought my shower back to near new in one use. We’ve since cleaned a weird, chalky film off our garage door, removed wall markings, and cleaned my storm door. We’ll never be without a jar (or three) of this stuff. Worth every penny.” —Nancy F.
Get it from Amazon for $5.29.
18. A pack of pants extenders, compatible with any buttoned bottoms, that’ll be way cheaper than buying a whole new pair of pants. That’s right — it actually *was* a good idea to save that old, tiny pair of jeans! Call your friends and ask for an apology.
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Tip: Hide this DIY fix with a belt. The pack comes with two sizes: the three-hole button extenders can extend the waist of pants by 3.5 inches, while the two-hole button extenders can extend it by 2.5 inches.
Promising reviews: “What an ingenious idea: elastic with three button holes for extending the waistline on pants. I wish I had known about these earlier, soooo much easier.” —Terri
“These work great. We are taking our rescued basset hound to a Margaritaville-themed event, but the tropical shirt I ordered for her was a little tight, and the vendor didn’t have a larger size (my husband and I had shirts to match hers). So I found these, and I love the three holes and the different colors that matched her tropical shirt! Problem solved!” —woods
Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $7.99.
19. Luigi’s Sink and Drain Plunger that works as your personal plumber to pull up hair, food debris, and other gross stuff lurking in your pipes. The plunger works on any drain small enough to be fully covered, and the flexible bellow is as much as 10 times more effective than a regular rubber cup plunger. Mama mia! This thing is useful.
Promising review: “Y’all, this thing is amazing! My kitchen sink was completely clogged for four days. I’ve been trying to clear the drain with a different sink plunger that I already had and it didn’t do diddly squat. I was about to give up and call a plumber. Then I decided to order this one, and it just arrived… it completely cleared the drain in like three minutes. So then I decided to take it to the bathroom sink that had been draining extremely slowly, and within a minute, I had the water running so quickly and smoothly again. I got the small one, and it’s the perfect size for kitchen and bathroom sinks.” —JNeen
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and toilet plunger styles).
20. An Erase-A-Hole putty to fill in pesky cracks in drywall, plaster, and wood so you can actually get that security deposit back, no matter how many holes you put into the wall.
Promising review: “I love this stuff! It’s super easy to use, and it flawlessly has anything from nail holes to larger drywall anchor holes. Bonus that my walls are white and I can even get away with not repainting if I do a clean job! I hope they never stop making this stuff.” —bookworm
Get it from Amazon for $14.97.
21. A mouse jiggler USB port that shows up as a regular mouse on your computer. It simulates moving a cursor one pixel every five seconds, keeping Slack or Team from going into Away mode. Now, you can take a long lunch with your micromanaging boss, asking where you are. Time is money, so this thing basically *makes* you money.
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Since the movement is so minor, you can use your regular mouse at the same time without interruption.
Promising review: “Makes me laugh how inconspicuous it is and how little it moves the cursor to keep the screen active. I forget it’s attached to my laptop because it doesn’t interfere with normal work. But it still keeps my screen from locking. Very highly recommend.” —Ran Sack
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
22. Pantry moth traps to stop those tiny, dusty aviators in their tracks. The sticky traps use pheromones to attract and trap male moths. Once the dating pool dries up, the moth population will die out, and you can reclaim your kitchen without ever calling an exterminator.
Important: If you have closet moths, use this set instead.
Promising review: “Like every human, I hate to be invaded, in my own home, by insects that want to fly into my face. The first time I opened a kitchen cupboard and was accosted by the little pantry moths, I about had a fit. I emptied the cupboard, scrubbed it down, and immediately sent away for these moth traps. The people who cook up the pheromones in these traps must really know what they’re doing. I wanted to place several of the traps around my kitchen. I took out one, followed the simple assembly instructions (peel, fold, and place) and then went back to do another one. By the time I had assembled the second one, there were already a half dozen moths in the first one. Amazing. I recommend these traps highly!” —Waydemeyer
Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $9.88.
23. A pair of of whitening gel pens that use carbamide peroxide to remove stains and bring you one step closer to a movie star smile. With daily use, you can whiten your teeth up to eight shades lighter. Reviewers say the process is super easy and doesn’t cause sensitivity.
To use, brush your teeth with the pen, ensuring every section is fully covered. Keep your teeth exposed for 30 seconds, then thoroughly rinse and avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes. Final stage? Blind everyone with your gleaming pearly whites.
Promising review: “Let me just break this down for you…I’ve been using this product for years now, and it, in a word, is a dream. It’s a ridiculously easy daily application that you only have to wait 30 SECONDS with. It really whitens without any nonsense, and I have NEVER had an issue with it making my teeth or gums sensitive. Also, let me note that I’ve had my teeth professionally whitened with the UV light, and that didn’t do anywhere near the whitening that AsaVea is producing. I just recommended this to my friend two weeks ago even and she is already noticing results. Get this like immediately!” —Chetty Vendetti
Get them from Amazon for $14.99.
24. Dryer vent cleaners to banish all the dust and debris that’s been hiding just beneath the filter that you actually do clean regularly. How sneaky! It’ll improve your dryer’s performance and prevent fire risks, all without the need to buy a new machine.
Promising review: “I was a little skeptical when I took this out of the package, yet my doubt turned to joy LOL. These are a great buy, and I believe I will serve my dryer well past its lifetime. My dryer is only a year old and I ALWAYS, after every use, clean the lint filter. I was surprised how much settles to the base of the dryer underneath the filter trap. You may have to use this a few times, depending on your machine, to get all the lint out, but at least you’ll get results. Yes, I know its easier to use the vacuum to get it out, I prefer not lugging the vacuum out for this and this is cheaper AND I can give one away since they give you two.” —P. Andersen
Get it from Amazon for $8.95.
25. A collagen coating hair protein treatment that’ll transform your hair into beautifully silky locks with the efficiency (if not the price) of a keratin treatment. Reviewers say the collagen ceramide coating protein works after just one application, and as a loyal fan, I can confirm!
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This repairing hair treatment works just like a hair mask. You wash your hair, and then apply the treatment to your hair and let sit for 5–15 minutes. It’s in a little squeeze bottle, which is a huge plus because I hate having to scoop product out of a jar while I’m in the shower. The scent is nice without being overwhelming. After rinsing this out, I can feel a noticeable difference right away. My hair, once unruly and dry, now feels like silk.
Promising review: “OK, so let me start with a description of my hair: It’s like Madonna’s hair in the ’80s on top and curly Qs underneath. It’s super thick, super porous, and super dry. I’ve tried expensive products and Brazilian blowouts and keratin treatments (which all work but are expensive!), so I dug around on the internet, and this product was mentioned in a few of the online reviews. I let it sit for 25 minutes, rinsed it with tepid water, and air-dried it for five minutes. I could already tell it worked. I literally could run my fingers through it and not get caught or tangled. I decided to blow it out because I wanted to see how a brush handled. NO SNAGS! This is the perfect go-to for any middle-class fancy girl and will be going into my arsenal. Don’t hesitate.”
Get it from Amazon for $7.40.
26. Essence’s Lash Princess mascara, which is well known for its shockingly low cost and ability to take your eyelashes to new great heights. Over 200,000 5-star reviewers gush that it offers dramatic length and volume without clumps, thanks to the flake-free formula and cone-shaped brush.
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Promising review: “I am a 30-year-old who has been wearing mascara since I was probably 15 or 16, and this is by far the best mascara ever. This beats Dior’s almost-$40 mascara. A few times I made makeup purchases based off of what reviewers and makeup influencers hyped up and was disappointed, this surely wasn’t a disappointment.” —Mary
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
27. A roll of fiberglass cloth mesh for repairing ripped window screens without replacing the whole darn thing. The adhesive works like duct tape (cut and stick) but looks way better.
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Promising review: “There was a tear in my slider screen door near the handle. I didn’t need to re-screen the entire door, so I picked up this screen tape, and voila!! This screen tape is amazing! If you have a tear, this will stick to your existing screen and mend it in minutes! This tape is sticky enough to hold and serve its purpose. I highly recommend this product and will buy again!!” —ALF
Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in five sizes and two colors).
28. Ohora semi-cured nail strips offering a professional-looking manicure, even if your past at-home attempts yielded less-than-stellar results. Apply them like stickers, seal them under a UV lamp, and you’re done! These waterproof strips will look and feel like a gel manicure and last up to two weeks.
Promising review: “Love these nails! The picture is them after a week (still going strong)! I put them on for my honeymoon. I’ve been in the ocean for hours, and they are not showing any wear. They took maybe 15 minutes to apply — I did use a gel top coat and I think that helped keep them from chipping this long. Will be buying more!” —Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $13.50 (available in 38 colors).
29. A pack of Hero Cosmetics pimple patches to protect blemishes and suck out all the gross gunk in your face overnight. Pimples suddenly don’t feel like a big deal. Over 100,000 people gave these patches a 5-star review, so maybe you can cancel that facial you had booked.
Just apply these to pimples after washing your face and let them go to work.
Promising review: “I have been using Mighty Patches for about four or five months now. Mighty Patch is a TOTAL GAME CHANGER; you put it on your blemish, usually at night after your beauty routine, and you wake to find that nasty pimple has almost completely been absorbed into the patch. Won’t lie; my pimples sometimes require another patch. But on day one of use, you’ll notice the patch taking away the nasty. At this point, your blemish may be at the last stage of healing, and the Mighty Patch sucked out all of the festering inducing mess, or like myself, I put on another patch the next night and again, more gunk taken out, and more healing has happened. Either way, regardless, this, to me, ALWAYS WORKS. Thanks to Mighty Patch, my skin has changed. It’s healed, there are no acne “tattoos” on my face from my popping and them scarring. This, to me, is a must-have in your beauty bag. It covers the pimple to protect from outside bacteria and pollution; it absorbs the bacteria and pimple-causing debris from the skin; all while being hardly visible. I’m in love with this product.” —Hilary
Get 36 patches from Amazon for $11.97.
30. And a water-based, prescription-strength retinoid acne gel that regulates skin cell turnover to restore to skin tone and texture by fighting acne and preventing future flare-ups. Some reviewers said they talked to several doctors before they found this skin-clearing solution.
Differin is a strong acne product, and depending on your skin’s sensitivity, you might need to work your way up to daily use. Also! Since retinoids can make you more sensitive to the sun, you should make sure you’re applying daily sunscreen while using this product. If you’re able to use this at night vs. in the morning, that’s awesome — this way, your skin has some time to recover at night and hopefully poses less of an irritation risk the next day.
Promising reviews: “Has completely transformed my skin. I used to get hormonal acne every single month. I still get it now, but far less often and severely. Differin has really made a big difference in my quality of life. I have sensitive skin, so I only use it a couple of times a week and always over a light layer of lotion. When I first started using it, my acne did get worse for about a month, and then magically, one day, my skin looked amazing. It’s worth a try for sure!” —Britt
Get it from Amazon for $10/79+ (available in two packaging styles).
31. Instant cocktail packets for those who would like the swim-up bar experience but lack a pool or the money to pay a bartender. Just mix this powder with liquor, water, and ice, and you’ll have an instant tropical cocktail…without the jaw-dropping bar tab.
Craftmix is a small business that specializes in instant drink mixers.
These are all vegan and gluten-free and reviewers love it as a party favor.
Promising review: “These margarita mixes are absolutely perfect for hanging out with your girlfriends. They are so refreshing when mixed with tequila and sparkling soda. There were enough drink mixes for 12 margaritas. I also dipped the glasses in rock salt. Great value for your money. I’m going to purchase more for our taco night.” —Suze
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $14.99 (available in nine different flavors and a variety pack).
32. And a bottle of truffle seasoning to help with your fancy flavor cravings without having to invest in a truffle-sniffing pig. It’s kosher, vegan, and works on everything.
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Promising review: “Yes, I’m a truffle lover to begin with. And, of course, only a truffle is a truffle. But I gotta tell ya, this delectable heaven-sent powder is one heck of an addictive and more versatile option. Utterly AMAZING on popcorn, in eggs, added to soups and sauces to layer flavors, veggies, PASTA…the list is endless (I think the only thing I haven’t tried was sprinkling it on ice cream…although LOL). It is a bit salty, so I advise testing the waters first. But I just ordered my ninth and tenth bottle of the Truffle Zest.” —Greengirl
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
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