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This four-pack includes two nude, one black, and one clear heel insert.
Promising review: "I love these and wish I had them for every pair of heels I own. They can be a little annoying to put on because they are extremely sticky, but once they're on, they're on. I bought the pack for four different heels for my week of sorority recruitment and used them on every pair and even stowed away the extras for my next pair. My favorite part is that the back connects to the heel, making it stay in place. When I have bought just heel ones in the past, they never stayed on." —Amazon Customer
Get a mixed pack of four from Amazon for $9.98.
Snag is a small woman-owned business based in the UK creating high-quality tights in an inclusive range of sizes and colors.
BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Kayla Boyd is a personal fan of these tights. In her own words:
"These are honestly the best tights I've ever owned! I'm a size 16/18 and it can be hard to find tights that are actually comfortable, not a struggle to put on, and don't rip before I've even stepped outside. These ones are dream come true!! I have been wearing dresses and skirts way more often this winter because I finally have tights I can feel comfy and confident in."
Get them from Snag for $12 (available in sizes A/B–G and in 11 colors).
What's included: A Burst Sonic Toothbrush, toothbrush head (with charcoal bristles), USB wall adapter, and USB charging base.
You can also sign up to receive a shipment of fresh replacement heads every 90 days for just $6. Cancel anytime!
Promising review: "My cousin is a dental hygienist and she sent me a BURST brush as a gift. I absolutely love brushing my teeth now! My mouth gets 10 times cleaner with only half the effort of a regular brush. Going to get my husband one as well!" —Jacy
Get it from Burst Oral Care for $69.99+ (originally $89.98; available in three colors).
Promising review: "I’m going to start off by noting that I hate flossing and have probably flossed a handful of times in my life — probably after eating popcorn because I was more annoyed than conscientious. Also worth noting, at 32 years old, I still have never had a cavity, but I know I’m pushing it. So I got these because they were cheap and looked cute and I thought maybe they’d inspire me to initiate a dental routine. I like them! They get into the gap between my teeth closest to the gum. Unless you have a gapped tooth, they don’t really pull all the way through like floss. The bristles are gentle and the wire is soft. The only negative is that I do feel a little guilty about all those disposable plastic handles. I did use one brush for all my teeth and will make the pack last a long time." —Greta M.
Get a pack of 32 from Amazon for $4.71.
Promising review: "These are the best rollers! They pick up everything with ease. I'm pretty sure they're extra sticky or something. The smaller size is great for daily use and carrying around. Best of all, the colors could match your phone!" —M. Hinrichs
Get it from Amazon for $6.29+ (available in 13 colors). And pick up some refills here.
Get it from Bespoke Post for $43.
Beeswax wrap is great! I personally don't use it as a lid for bowls of leftovers (I would rather transfer it to a food storage container), but it's really great if you have half a vegetable left over, or a hunk of cheese you need to wrap up. The heat from your hands softens the wrap and makes it stick to itself like cling wrap, but it's reusable! When you're done just rinse it off with cool water and let it dry.
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $18.
Promising review: "What you see is exactly what you get. There are two transparent sheets to keep notes/cards and such separated. Writing on the mat is very comfortable, and I love being able to use it as a mouse pad as well. This uses plastic-type sheets, so you can just wipe them off. Since this mat can be cleaned, I don't see ever having to buy a replacement, unless this one becomes torn. Of course, I did end up buying another one because I originally purchased this mat for work and loved it so much, I purchased one for home use." —JC
Get it from Amazon for $13.88 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "Amazing. Literal lifesavers. I LOVE my heavy Kendra Scott earrings, but I’m pretty sure they’re why my right earring hole has ripped slightly. Using these support patches, it’s as if the earrings don’t even exist. I am going to tell all of my friends to get these for their heavy statement earrings!!" —Donthemom50
Get a box of 60 patches from Amazon for $10.12.
It heats up within minutes, and both top and bottom are nonstick!
Promising review: "Don’t waste time thinking about getting this — just get it! I’m in love with this little gadget! It’s so very easy to use and extremely convenient. All you need to do is plug it in and your home turns into an IHOP. I used this little beaut for the first time this morning and whipped out some perfectly cooked pancakes! It takes about four to five minutes to make each pancake. Expect flawless, golden-brown, consistently crafted pancakes that are completely effortless. And this skillet can be used for more than just pancakes! I fully intend on cooking eggs, bacon, quesadillas, steaks, and whatever else my heart desires on here. I got my eye on that mini waffle maker next!" —LesLeaLuvShopping
Get it from Amazon for $9.87+ (available in five colors).
Blume is a POC-owned small biz co-founded by sisters Taran and Bunny, who wanted to create a line of transparent, eco-conscious self-care products that de-stigmatize and de-mystify the shame-centered talk around periods and puberty. Blume also donates partial proceeds to Days for Girls, an organization that provides menstrual health solutions and education to underpriviledged communities.
Promising review: "I like that the heat pack can be used either hot or cold. The size is perfect for my back, stomach, neck, or head to help cope with cramps or headaches that come during my period. I was impressed with the quality as well. It is easy to use hot or cold and to knead to even out the temperature. The material is nonirritating and doesn't stick to my skin." —Tristin P.
Get it from Blume for $14.
This Lather formula is free of parabens, sulfates, mineral oil, and synthetic fragrance and colors.
Promising review: "This is one of my favorite products from Lather. I use it all over my face and neck in the mornings, and I have since noticed my skin is much smoother, brighter and healthier. The product also absorbs nicely and goes perfectly with my daily moisturizer." —Karen H.
Get it from Lather for $58.
What you'll get: A box filled with portioned and labeled ingredients from a rotating selection of meals (that you choose!) catering to carb-conscious, calorie-conscious, and vegetarian diets. Cancel or pause at any time, so you only ever get as many meals as you need!
Get it from Home Chef for $6.99+/serving.
Promising review: "We can finally toss the deodorant. These things work! I was hella skeptical, because my thighs are crazy resistant to any sort of chafe defense. My thighs just love rubbing up against each other too much. But that crap has got to stop! I wore these while walking at least five hours at a music festival, and they stayed put without me ever needing to adjust them! I couldn't believe it! My delicate inner-thigh skin was preserved, not a chafe in sight. And they're so romantic looking that I didn't even care if someone caught a peek at that beautiful lace. Way sexier than my usual biker shorts. Love that I can wear dresses all day now without worrying about my thighs overheating." —OceanHips
Get a pair from Amazon for $18.95 (available in sizes S–3XL and in 17 styles).
And for more intel, check out our full anti-chafe bands deep dive!
These wipes are nonabrasive, so they're safe to use on smooth surfaces like car exteriors.
Promising review: "I think these wipes are made out of magic because they can clean just about anything with very little effort! One wipe cleaned my ENTIRE BATHTUB, including the hard-water buildup and some residual soap scum. The wipe stayed wet for the entire use, and there was absolutely no sweating involved. I hate cleaning, but I was so pumped about the tub, I took wipe number two to my hood vent, and good golly, it's like it's brand-new. I've told everyone I know to buy these." —JenM
Get a 90-pack from Amazon for $11.94.
Curio Spice Co. is a woman-owned Cambridge, Massachusetts-based small biz specializing in sustainably produced spices from around the world. The founder, Claire Cheney, is a self-taught cook who, over the last 10 years, has visited and worked on spice farms and communities in over a dozen countries sourcing the best spices to bring back to her native New England.
The spice set, packed in a gift box with a ribbon, includes Egyptian cumin, toasted and ground in-house Sri Lankan pepper, organic and fair trade Maine sea salt, Maras chile flakes, Sri Lankan turmeric, organic, in-house ground Cassia cinnamon, Greek oregano, and Spanish smoked paprika.
Get a seven-piece set from Curio Spice Co. for $30.
The cleanser is cruelty-free and vegan.
Fellow BuzzFeed writer Sam Wieder personally loves this cleanser. In her own words:
"I have extremely sensitive skin, and back in fall 2019 I experienced a sudden onset of cystic acne all over my face, went on birth control for it in December, and now six months later, my skin is completely clear and I finally want to try all of these skincare products I was too scared to use. As someone who was using Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser for YEARS, I was nervous to make the switch to Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser, and full expected I'd try it once and have to retire it. Quite the opposite actually. This cleanser is truly SO gentle. Rather than leaving my skin feeling hot and irritated like some skincare products do, this leaves my skin with a cooling sensation and I actually really look forward to washing my face in the morning and at night, rather than dread it. I haven't worn makeup much lately, but the few times I have since buying this cleanser, it's done an excellent job of removing my makeup, and I can go to sleep with peace of mind that my pores aren't clogged up."
Get it from Glossier for $9+ (available in two sizes).
Promising review: "These have been great at relieving the pain of my plantar fasciitis almost immediately and completely. I was afraid that nothing would help, having read on the internet so many stories of people living with the pain, but I decided to give these a try based on good reviews and the low cost. Needless to say, it was a good decision. The copper compression bands are easy to put on and should fit almost any foot size, being stretchy. I have been using mine for about a month with no discernible breakdown in the elastic. I do wear them all day under my socks and take them off to air out at night. This works for me, and I haven't had any foot pain in the night as I was having before using the compression bands." —Mark Mumma
Get a pair from Amazon for $13.95.
Promising review: "I ordered the small Chuckit! instead of the large because of the size of our yard and I did not want to check the ball too far over the fence. This is the perfect size for a smaller space and it is easy to control the distance to which you throw the ball for the dog. We also took it to the park in a large pasture and it did just great throwing it a long distance as well as short distance. The ball cup makes it awesome to just be able to pick the ball up without touching it with your hands and I like the fact that a normal tennis ball will fit in it instead of having to buy the Chuckit! ball." —Sam Chap
Get it from Amazon for $7.69+ (available in larger packs).
It comes with everything you need to install their bidet in under 10 minutes (8.5 to be exact)! And there's a 60-day money-back guarantee if you find the bidet life isn't for you.
Promising review: "My husband is pretty tough to buy for — got this for him for Christmas 2019 and a year later he says has been one of the best gifts he has ever received. We both couldn’t live without a Tushy now. We use less toilet paper (money and earth saver!) and we’ve never felt so squeaky clean!" —Let’s Be Honest
Get it from Amazon for $79+ (available in five colors).
The Luna Mini 2 vibrates, allows you to control the vibration's intensity, and it's so simple to use! Just turn the brush on and move in circular motions around your face (first apply your normal cleanser). The brush will vibrate for 60 seconds, and then you can rinse your face with water!
Promising review: "I love this scrubber! I had never used something similar before, but I don't think I could ever go back to just a washcloth. This makes my skin feel so soft, and for the first time in my life, my skin is noticeably brighter and clearer. I tend to have splotchy skin, and after a month of using this in the evenings before bed, the splotchiness is gone. I seems silly, but a little extra scrubbing goes a long way! This is gentle and has never bothered my skin. It's easy to clean and I've hardly had to charge it." —Laura
Get it from Amazon for $83.80+ (available in six colors).
And check out our full Luna Mini 2 facial massager and cleanser review for more reasons why we love this gadget.
Grace Eleyae founded her eponymous small business label after a bumpy car ride in 2014 left her chemically-straightened hair *literally* broken. She created her first product, The Slap (a satin-lined adjustable cap) to treat her own hair, and after seeing the results started to share her discovery with friends and family, eventually growing into a full line of protective hair care products that are both fashionable and functional. In fact, Grace Eleyae silk-lined winter beanies made it on the 2020 edition of Oprah's Favorite Things!
Promising review: "I bought these for pulling my hair up while sleeping and for working out. I love how gentle they are on my hair while also looking very cute. They also surprisingly stay in place quite well despite how much more loosely they hold my hair than an elastic band. " —Brandy S.
Get an assorted pack of three from Grace Eleyae for $38.
Promising review: "Love, love, love this brush! I mainly use it as a wet brush in the shower, as opposed to a dry brush. It definitely took a few tries for my body to actually enjoy the brushing, but now that it's used to the bristles, I can't see myself showering without this tool. It just feels like it's removing the dead top layer of my skin and getting all that junk and sunscreen (it's summer) off my body, leaving it so freakin' smooth." —ChrissyB
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
The different compartments make packing a multi-food lunch easy, and the center unit is leakproof for liquids. It's freezer-, microwave-, and dishwasher-safe.
Promising review: "I love it! It is a sturdy, attractive, well-designed product that will be enjoyed for years. The five compartments vary in shape and size and will accommodate a variety of foods: fruit, sandwiches, cookies, chips, salsa, or dip — you name it! No more need for several ziplock bags just to keep food separate. It worked well in the microwave to heat up some delicious pasta. It can go in the freezer, the microwave, and the dishwasher. Best of all, this eco box lives up to its name by being eco-friendly, so it will not be clogging up some landfill or floating in the ocean in the years ahead. Meanwhile, I’ll be buying more for my home and for gifts." —John A. Carroll
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
Muslin Comfort is a woman-owned small biz based in California. After her own experience with post-partum night sweats (and becoming increasingly jealous of her son's breathable muslin blanket), Shyla created an adult-sized prototype and hasn't turned back since, expanding into designing other high-quality home linen essentials out of muslin.
Promising review: "I love both the size and the softness. They are awesome at both getting you dry and then drying themselves. I will never go back to normal towels." —Brad S
Get it from Muslin Comfort for $79.99 (available in six colors).
Promising review: "I ordered this dish-washing-liquid-fillable brush along with one with a different head about a year ago. A couple of weeks ago the seal holding in the washing liquid seems to have gone bad – the liquid began seeping out of the brush handles. I emailed OXO asking if they would replace them, but didn't expect much, given the amount of time since the purchase. To my surprise, they emailed me back saying that they were shipping replacements for both brushes. This is excellent customer service. They were under no obligation to replace these items but did so anyway. Highly recommend their products and, especially, the company." —TonyGeee
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in larger packs).
This brush is compatible with OXO brush head attachments and the scrubber sponge refills.
Airy Nest is an eco-friendly small business creating luxurious, all-natural bedsheets that are ethically sourced and produced in factories that are OEKO-TEX 100 Certified. All of their sheets are packaged in reusable linen and cotton bags instead of plastic, and they're a carbon-neutral company!
The full set includes a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and pillowcases!
Fellow BuzzFeed writer Mallory Mower is loving this sheet set. As she puts it:
"I have several sets of sheets in my home (I have two hairless cats who sweat while they sleep...the sheets have to be washed a *lot*) and these are quickly becoming my favorite set. These are hearty, but feel luxurious, and they wash well. They handle my cats' grime, sweat, and claws with ease and look good while doing it!"
Get a it from Airy Nest for $265 (available in five sizes and in three colors).
Promising review: "Definitely ordering again. My hairstylist introduced me to this product a couple years ago and I have been using it religiously ever since. I have thick 4b/4c hair and it works really good for me. The smell is amazing. It's not too strong. It gives my hair the right amount of shine, slip, and protection when I'm using heat." —Aleah
Get it from Amazon for $4.94 ( available in larger packs).
Promising review: "Like many of the people who have posted reviews, I've tried every curl cream in the book. High-end to low-end, I've tried them all. I can't remember how I stumbled across this product, but it was the reviews that made me want to give it a try. Thank goodness I did, and that's why I'm writing this review. This product is amazing. I have waist-length wavy/curly red hair, and I only have to use two pumps of the product to coat all my hair. My curls are wonderfully moisturized and shaped, with absolutely ZERO greasy or crunchy feel. A little goes a long way. Highly recommend this!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $22.
Promising review: "I really love this pullover. The fleece lining is so soft and cozy! I would definitely say this fits true to size but my recommendation if you are between sizes is to size up if you want to fit another layer underneath. May have to get this in more colors I like it so much." —Molly
Get it from Backcountry for $71.40+ (available in sizes XXS–XXL and in 11 colors).
The Little Rooster Co. is a woman-owned small biz based in Stow, Ohio. The founder, Cara, is a mom to both humans and dogs, and creates attractive yet functional home storage solutions!
Get it from The Little Rooster Co. on Etsy for $20.80 (available in two patterns and two styles).
Promising review: "I have sensitive skin and this has helped tremendously! I’m a woman who unfortunately started shaving my chin 20 years ago to get rid of peach fuzz. I’ve had stubble ever since and have to shave every day. I get rashes on my chin due to shaving. My skin is now less sensitive and my rash is almost gone!" —Angela
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
The set comes with two double-ended pens. Each pen has one side with the wing stamp, and the other with a traditional liquid eyeliner tip.
Promising review: "Actual holy grail! This eyeliner has changed my life. I know that sounds suuuper dramatic (and it is), but it’s true! I have been doing cat eyeliner for the past six years and I’m somehow STILL horrible at it. I also recently had a baby, so my daily 10–20 minutes of attempting a passable cat-eye was chucked out the window and replaced with a sad, under-five-minute routine. I ordered this on a whim thinking it might help and after the first application, I knew I had found my answer! This stuff is SO easy to apply and actually looks really good. Now I get to feel a little more like myself even if all I’m doing that day is changing diapers." —Katelyn
Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in three sizes).
It also comes in a LastSwab beauty version with a pointed tip for eye makeup removal.
Promising review: "OK I admit it's not soft and plushy, but it cleans perfectly and you’re producing less trash considering I use one and so does my whole family daily!!!" —Jannette N. Joly
Get it from Amazon for $11.95 (available in six colors).
Throw 'em in your washing machine to clean them up so you can use them again and again!
Promising review: "I was skeptical of these, but now I'm pretty sure they're what Mulan's outfit was made of when she wiped her makeup off on her sleeve in the movie. Even totally dry, they do a pretty impressive job of taking off all my makeup (including waterproof eyeliner and mascara) in a couple of swipes. I like to use a little micellar water to make my skin feel a little cleaner. It's nice not to burn through so many cotton pads." —RachelM
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $7.49 (available in three styles).
Tanon Goods is a Cincinnati-based small leather goods company creating high-quality, customizable wallets and tech cases to house the cherished items we carry around most.
Promising review: "I love the leather and the engraving is fantastic. A very good case." —Conner R.
Get it from Tanon Goods for $40 (originally $57; available in six colors and four monogram styles).
This 20-ounce bottle is made of durable BPA-free plastic and is top-rack dishwasher safe. But don't stick it in the microwave!
BuzzFeed editor Sam Wieder loves hers. In her own words:
"I own this wonderful water bottle, and I swear it's the only reason I'm good at keeping up with my water intake now. It comes with eight colorful rubber bands, and each time I finish the bottle, I take a rubber band off and wear it on my wrist. It's actually so rewarding getting to take a band off, and even more rewarding once you take the last band off. I've tried setting alarms on my phone, buying bigger water bottles, using the Plant Nanny app — this is the only thing that has worked for me."
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
Promising review: "I wanted a no underwire bra for health and comfort reasons. This bra is great for giving you that support and comfort all at the same time. I can wear this all day long and not worry about having it on too long because of the wire. The only thing is that I used the size chart, but the band size is a little tight. I think it's stretching out, but now I know to go with my usual size in the future." —Eliana
Get a pack of two from Lively for $60 (available in band sizes 32–38 and cup sizes A–DDD).
This chair is height adjustable with height-adjustable armrests.
Promising review: "I bought this to replace a bonded leather chair that was shedding leather and I love it. The mesh material is cool and very comfortable. The chair has multiple adjustments including lumbar support and was easy to assemble with the provided wrench." —Katy
Get it from Office Depot for $189.99.
Promising review: "We used to use paper towels to cover our food in the microwave, but with this cover, it's 100 times better! No more splashes on the top of the microwave to clean up. This gadget is great! Would buy again, and again! :)" —cruz
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in clear and white).
Promising review: "I bought this for my husband. He absolutely LOVES it. He was able to fit everything he wants in the backpack for our trip. Everything is secured, great pocket locations (especially the laptop/electronic pocket on the back), and high-quality material. I recommend this backpack!! " —Natasha O.
Get it from Brevitē for $95 (available in three colors).
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