32 Products You Really Should've Bought A Long Time Ago
A lil' Stanley tape measurer keychain because you maaaay have been measuring furniture by stretching your arms out wide and making an incredibly (in)accurate mental note of their size. Honey, there's simply an easier way. It's this convenient guy.
A set of disposable dental guards if you've been grinding your teeth down to nubs in your sleep. Each guard can be used up to three times, with no boiling, cutting, or molding needed. They are ready to go the second you're ready for them. Plus? They're one-size-fits-all vibes and can be worn on your upper and lower teeth.
An adjustable cooling cervical pillow whose concave shape might help relieve and reduce the neck pain you've been waking up with because you've been sleeping on the same flat yet lumpy pillow for waaaay too long.
A vegan and cruelty-free skin-tightening Sol de Janeiro body cream made with coconut and açai oil. Its caffeine-rich formula stimulates circulation for smoother-looking skin.
A travel-size Bounce anti-static and wrinkle-release spray because you don't wanna walk around looking like you just rolled out of bed...even if you did. Because you don't wanna look like you're too lazy to iron...even if you are. Just spray, smooth, and tug! And if you're wearing that shirt for the third time this week (hey, no judgment!) this spray also works as an odor eliminator!
A dog paw scrubber — just squeeze the bottle to unleash the antibacterial foaming formula within and get those dirty spots off Spot's paws. This is perfect for at-home and on-the-go use! Now, you don't have to worry about cleaning the floors after your pup tracks ickiness throughout your home.
A light-up plug-in insect trap with an inner sticky glue card that is free of chemical insecticides, so it's safe to have in a home that also has kids and pets. This trap catches flying pests and keeps them hidden until you're ready to replace the glue card.
A pack of Miracle-Gro water storing crystals so you don't have to wonder or worry about under- or over-watering your beautiful babies. Basically, you mix some of this into the soil, and it absorbs water to release later.
A set of silicone Kegel weights because pelvic floor exercises could help you better control your bladder and have more pleasurable sex. After handling these weights for long enough, your pelvic floor is gonna have a six-pack and be able to do one-arm pull-ups.
A moisturizing and exfoliating foot peeling spray to help get your feet in tip-top (or should I say "tip-TOE?") shape for sandal season. Formulated with aloe and coconut, this spray finds a way to be both effective and gentle. So, if you've got rough, dry, or cracked feet, add this to your weekly self-care routine. It only takes a couple of minutes!
A Pikk-it hair-removal tool that'll help you pull out all the hair and fur caught in your vacuum head. Finally, you can more effectively clean your floors without secretly wishing your fluffy pet were born hairless. Reviewers also use this to clean their hairbrushes!
A pore-control Anua heartleaf extract cleansing oil for gently and effectively ridding your face of dirt, makeup, sebum, and blackheads. This hypoallergenic K-beauty formula has soothing ingredients that won't cause clogged pores. You can even add it to your double cleansing routine!
And if you like to double-cleanse, a TikTok-famous Anua cleansing foam, so you can treat your skin to a hydrating and refreshing experience. Because this formula contains triple hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and heartleaf, it can help exfoliate, soothe, and control sebum production. That may sound like it's doing a lot (cuz it is), but don't worry. Your skin won't feel stripped afterward.
A three-piece hardshell luggage set to replace your current bent and battered set that's basically been begging to be discarded. They can even be stored inside one another like big ol' Matryoshka dolls. Each suitcase has a built-in TSA lock and reinforced grip handles for secure and easy travels.
The Pink Stuff cleaning paste — a miraculous problem-solver that can help you get rid of stains, streaks, gunk, and dirt from just about anything. I'm serious. That pan you don't use anymore because of all the caked-on food you couldn't remove? The Pink Stuff's got that covered. Literally. Try it on your stovetop, your sneakers, your walls, your toilet...you get the picture.
A stainless-steel crack-weeding tool if weeds think they're being clever by growing in the cracks of your patio or sidewalk. This sharp, L-shaped tool can remove the entire root without you needing to literally dig around for it. It's also got a soft grip handle because taking care of your home's outward appearance shouldn't be physically taxing.
And a weed puller with a long handle so you don't have to bend down to fight a weed's tough roots with your bare hands. Get your garden in tip-top shape!
A quietly cooling Frigidaire air conditioner because you already know you'll need saving from the summer heat. Also need saving from high electricity bills? Well, this AC is energy efficient, with eco mode (reduces energy consumption) and sleep mode (gradually increases the temperature overnight).
An oil-absorbing face roller made using absorbent volcanic stone that'll soak up any excess oil so you can have instantly matte skin. No more dabbing your face with a million small oil-blotting sheets.
A pair of chunky platform sneakers you'll wanna add to your music festival wardrobe immediately. And when you're not rocking out in the front row of a Chappell Roan set, you can still pair these with sundresses and shorts throughout the summer!
A pack of 12 heavy-duty dishwasher cleaning tablets if you hate hand-washing your dishes so much that you've been ignoring the funky smell coming from your beloved appliance, as well as the fact that your "clean" dishes are less than sparkling. These eco-friendly tablets are designed to offer a super deep clean; they'll make their way to the pump and valve, spray arm, and filters to break down built-up dirt, grime, grease, limescale, hard water marks, and more.
A pack of two flexible dryer vent cleaners because there's likely a bunch of trapped lint causing your clothes to still come out kinda damp. Use this to get all that gunk out, which will also help to prevent dryer fires!
A breathable crochet swimsuit cover-up that won't cause you to overheat while at the beach.
A Puracy stain remover spray formulated to safely and effectively get rid of those grass, blood, wine, chocolate, and makeup spots and smears from your clothes, carpet, and more.
An easy-to-set-up pop-up beach tent with UPF 50+ protection, so you can enjoy the ambience of the beach without suffering the sun's self-righteous rays...yes, the sun and I have beef. Anyway! This comes with stability poles and anchors to ensure it stays put, even in sand.
A bottle of Wet & Forget shower cleaner because you don't want to scrub your bathtub clean, which means you haven't cleaned it in...forever. But with this, you'll just spray it on, wait 8–12 hours, then rinse it off. Super easy!
A pair of fun jelly fisherman sandals that are low-key giving early 2000s pop princess on vacation. Because your loneliness ain't killing you no more, ya know?
A pack of K-Cup cleaners if you haven't cleaned your machine in awhile and your coffee hasn't been tasting quite like coffee lately. Pop one of these nontoxic cups into your Keurig to give it the deep clean it's been needing.
An SPF 30 scalp sunscreen mist since you probably forget that the top of your head needs sun protection, too. Formulated with plant-based antioxidants, this spray will also help nourish your hair and prevent UV-related hair color fading.
A box of 12 extra-large washing machine cleaner tablets because no one wants to toss dirty clothes into a dirty machine; this double negative does NOT make a positive. These unscented and biodegradable tablets dissolve to remove any residue that may have built up inside your machine's pump, drum, tub, valve, agitator, filter, and hose. Now you can be sure your favorite blanket comes out smelling fresh!
Some Glisten garbage disposal cleaner that'll foam up and scrub your disposal, leaving a fresh scent behind instead of icky drain pipe odors.
A pack of four extra-large wool dryer balls to replace dryer sheets and fabric softeners. Not only will these help you save on drying time, but they'll also help ensure your clothes are softer and have fewer wrinkles.
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