A Magnetic Towel, Plus 28 Other Clever Products That’ll Make You Say “Huh, That’s A Smart Idea”

1. A magnetic towel that snaps onto pretty much everything, like exercise equipment, refrigerators, laundry machines, grills, and any other magnetic surfaces. If your towels are always falling onto the dirty floor, you'll love how much more secure these are!

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It also comes with a clip if you wanna attach it to your bag or belt while hiking or camping!

Promising review: "Easier to attach/remove from a cart or bag. Magnet is removable for machine washing. Cleans balls/clubs well." —Kent Watase

Get it from Amazon for $29.95 (available in three colors).

2. Some bed sheet tags to take the frustrating guesswork out of making the bed and storing your sheets. Simply snap these labels onto the bottom-right corner of your bed sheets — they can even stay on in the laundry!

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Bed Corner Labels is a woman-owned small business based in Hermosa Beach, California.

These labels can be left on sheets while they're in the washer and dryer. They can also be detached and reattached a limited number of times.

Promising review: "They're easy to attach to sheets and look better than the safety pin I was using to designate the long side of my king-size sheets." —ESimms5555

Get four labels from Bed Corner Labels on Etsy for $13.75+ (available in larger sets and in 10 styles).

3. And an ergonomic mattress lifter — it'll make tucking sheets underneath your heavy mattress a breeze! Simply insert it between your mattress and box spring to make the whole process way easier on your back.

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Promising review: "We have a Tempur-Pedic king size bed that is extremely heavy, which makes changing the sheets a very challenging chore! I came across this item and seeing it was a reasonable price and looked sturdy I thought I would give it a try. Well I am so VERY happy I did!!! It is extremely well made, light weight and tucks the bottom and top sheets under the heavy mattress with no effort! I am 71-years-old with arthritis in both hands and the chore I hated is no longer a problem. Whoever invented this, I thank you VERY much!!! Job well done.❤️!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $17.95 (also available in a two-pack).

4. A plant-based jewelry cleaner and brush duo so you can easily wash your rings and bracelets every time you wash your hands! The full-size jewelry cleaner can be used as a nourishing hand soap, and the included brush offers a deep clean for when you want your precious metals and jewels to look brand new again! 

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Shinery is a woman-owned and veteran-operated small business that sells a line of multitasking solutions that clean your jewelry while you wash your hands.

This kit includes the Radiance wash solution and a cleaning brush, both of which are Oprah's favorite way to clean her jewelry!

Promising review: "I was pretty skeptical about this product, but I did the simple hand wash, and not only was my diamond super sparkly, but my hands were also super smooth. It's my new 'must-buy' for girlfriends." —Chris Voelker

Get it from Amazon for $56.

5. A set of self-tying shoelaces that'll turn your favorite pair of shoes into slip-ons so you can get out the door faster and spend less time hunched over — something your back *and* your busy schedule will thank you for.

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A lot of runners and athletes also swear by these for training and races, since it's a guarantee their shoes won't come untied (and it also helps distribute the tension through the entire top of your foot, preventing localized injuries for longer runs!). You can also adjust the tension easily if your feet are more swollen on a particular day.

Promising review: "Obsessed with these laces. Bought these after two years of frustration with the round laces on my Keen hiking shoes. I had never had laces come undone so easily after tying or double knotting. Since I had paid so much for the shoes, I searched for new laces and these no-tie ones came up. Amazing. I can now slip the shoes on and walk or hike without worrying about tripping. They make my shoe fit better too by being perfectly snug." —Sandra

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 13 colors).

6. A WD-40 pen so you can apply the classic formula with *way* more precision and ease. ~Squeaky hinges, corrosion, and rust hate this one simple trick!~ 

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Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use it for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, I have cleaned Sharpie off wood and walls and of course to stop squeaky doors. These small direct point application pens are great. I keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and in the house tool box." —BBP623

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $18.78.

7. A wall-mounted retractable clothes rack perfect for small spaces that could use an extra spot to store or dry clothing. Each rack can hold up to 60 pounds, and when you aren't using it, it folds right back up and out of the way!

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Promising review: "I bought one for my small laundry room/closet off of my kitchen and ended up buying a second one because it saves so much space — either for hanging clothes that are dry or drying clothes on a line. I pretty much use the second one in front of a window in this closet and close it when not in use so it doesn't cut the light from the window." —SKB

Get a rack from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in five colors).

8. A "Cup Claw" — you'll never have to struggle to remove, insert, or adjust the padding from sports bras and bikinis ever again! This thing makes an often frustrating task much easier!

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Cup Claw is a family-owned small business specializing in fashion tools.

Promising review: "After so many lost bra pads, this has been a lifesaver. Instead of feeling immense amounts of frustration, trying to get the pads back into place, this works like a breeze. It is simple to use, effective, and takes a lot of stress out of life. If you are tired of fighting with pads to get them smoothed out and back into place I highly recommend this." —Wesley I.

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

9. A mascara remover designed to tackle strong waterproof formulas you might struggle to lift away otherwise. All you have to do is apply it to your lashes like mascara, and remove the liquid with cotton a few minutes later — it's super speedy and easy!

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Promising review: "I was skeptical because I have always struggled with removing waterproof mascara 100% on the first wash/wipe. I applied it to both my lashes and then immediately washed my face with my normal cleanser and I felt nothing on my lashes! Like I never applied anything to them. I am amazed and in shock still from this magical formula and invention! Best creation ever!" —Chrisy

Get it from Amazon for $11.62.

10. A kids art frame that secretly stores up to 100 pieces of art so you can use it to both display your little one's most recent masterpiece *and* store all the other drawings they've been cranking out steadily since they've been old enough to hold a crayon.

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Check out a TikTok of the art frames in action.

Promising review: "Wish I'd known about these with my first kid, or my second. Now I'm on my third and our kitchen was littered with art projects. These were a great solution to clear out the clutter and make my kitchen look less like a kindergarten classroom. The frames store A LOT of art in them and each kid has their own frame and can decide which picture to put on display. Magnetic case makes it easy to open but stays shut when it's supposed to." —probooks627

Get it from Amazon for $18.22 (available in 15 colors).

11. A car seat gap filler so you can stop struggling to dig for your phone, keys, or anything else that tends to fall into the dreaded black hole between the seats.

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Drop Stop is a small business that specializes in car accessories.

Promising review: "I just don’t understand why I didn’t buy this sooner. It’s one of those things that you’re not really sure why you need it but once you have it, you can’t live without. It saved my poor arm from having to dig my keys, cellphone, pens, french fries, hair ties, you-name-it from between the seat gap. Seriously, it’s awesome." —Sara G-M.

Get a set of two from Amazon for $24.99.

12. A shoe stretch spray to soften and expand footwear, gloves, and other things that might be just a littttttle too small for your uses. This stuff works magic on everything from leather and suede to canvas, synthetics, linen, nubuck, and patent leather!

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My colleague Amanda Davis swears by this spray. Check out her Foot Matters Shoe Stretch spray review (#46) for more deets!

Promising review: "It deserves 100 stars. I wish I found it years ago. This product is slightly life-changing, and I'm not kidding!! I can't tell you who the years when I've had to abandon the shoe for a rubbing in the wrong spot or it being really close to fitting but just something not quite right. I got a really great deal on an expensive pair of sandals; they were gorgeous yet a tiny bit tight and the leather was firm. I was about to send them back, but loved them so much I thought maybe there was a product? It perfectly softened and stretched the sandals. I've since used for a few different pairs of shoes with fabulous results. Best purchase!!! Nothing better than comfortable shoes!!!" —Clm75

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

13. A reusable pet hair remover for anyone who can never seem to get all of their pet's fur off of their clothes and furniture. Just roll it over your fuzz-covered item of choice, and watch it lift the fur RIGHT OFF. Then simply dump out and reuse — no more annoying sticky papers like other lint rollers!

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Promising review: "If I could give this product 6 stars, I would. My husband and I use it almost every day. We have three furry dogs and six fluffy cats, which makes for A LOT of hair. We were using a lint roller before we bought our ChomChom Roller. The lint roller didn't work very well and had to be replaced. We have had our ChomChom Roller for months and it still works just as well as it did when we first got it. We can actually invite our friends over now without worrying about all the pet hair." —Morgan Willis

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in four colors).

14. And a customizable litter box splash guard in case you're tired of the walls and floor around your kitty's potty winding up covered in grossness. See the photo below for someone who brilliantly used it with their indoor doggie lawn too!

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Promising review: "I don't know who needs to hear this but, but my cat has a leg on her and she kicks her BMs quite far at times. This privacy screen works well and we no longer have an issue." —Jamie

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

15. An DeskCycle so you can squeeze in a workout despite being stuck at your desk all day long.

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Promising review: "Pleasantly surprised with this DeskCycle! I wasn't sure how well an under-the-desk cycling device could work, but I get back and hip issues when I sit still for too long, and I don't always exercise daily the way I'd like to. I've been using it for a couple of weeks, and I am really happy with it. It's very quiet, and it cycles very smoothly. Even using the cycle at the lowest of eight resistance settings for a total of about an hour a day, I am noticing my legs getting stronger. I am definitely less stiff after a day in front of my computer than when I sat still. I would recommend this product to anyone with a computer job who needs a little more movement in their lives." —Tamara

Get it from Amazon for $179.99+ (available in four colors).

16. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit here to simplify your meal prepping! Forget chopping your veggies one by one and having to clean a cutting board when you can just toss 'em in this device. And when you're done, just pop out the interchangeable blades and throw 'em in the dishwasher!

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Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets.

Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action.

Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in four sizes and four colors).

17. A Goody Hair Spin Pin capable of doing the work of 20 bobby pins for an impressive and easy-to-achieve all-day hold!

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Simply gather your hair into a ponytail, twist your hair into a tight bun and tuck in the ends, then spin one pin from the top and the other from the base.

Promising review: "I must confess I am obsessed with these. I discovered spin pins this summer. I love them!! I have medium-thickness hair, and these work well for me. They are so simple to use and keep my hair up all day!! I own several pair." —kc in va

Get a set of two from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two styles).

18. A vacuum LED light so you can be extra sure you're getting rid of every last bit of dust, pet hair, and other grime you might not notice otherwise. It's easy to install onto your vacuum (no tools required), and now your floors will *truly* be clean!

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Promising review: "I love being able to see all the dog hair on the floor. Makes vacuuming so satisfying." —Andrea H.

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in battery-powered or rechargeable styles).

19. A clip-on silicone colander for taking the ~strain~ out of straining noodles. It's flexible, cleans up easily, and can be attached to cookware of almost any size!

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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Abby Kass loves this: "It is such a game changer. I have hated using a colander so much. It's so bulky, hard to use, and takes SO much time to clean. This solves all those problems. I've clipped it on various pots and pans, and it's fit every single one. It makes it ridiculously easy to strain the water out of the pasta and even the excess fat from ground beef. I'm throwing my old colander away because it will never be used now that I have this genius tool!"

Promising review: "Love, love, love this pasta strainer!!! My husband and I hate cleaning out the strainer, so I ordered this to make life easier. OMG, does it make life easier!!! If this ever breaks, I’ll be ordering another! It’s very sturdy and easy to use. Absolutely love it!" —Freyja

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in six colors).

20. A purse organizer insert to help you regain control over your jam-packed handbag. Plus, you can easily just pull it out and move it to a new purse in one motion!

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Bonus: This also stops the inside liner of your purse from getting dirty if anything happens to explode.

Promising review: "I recently bought the tote bag from Marc Jacobs in size medium. As anyone who has one knows, it only has one side pocket. I needed an organizer for it to keep all my stuff secured and easily accessible. I bought this one and it’s honestly been really good. The quality is great for the price and it has soo many pockets I literally don’t know what to put in them. I got the medium sized organizer and it fits just fine for me. It has a pretty good amount of room on the side if you push it to one side and I can still fit my MacBook and iPad if I need to in there. If you want it to fit snug in there, I would definitely size up to the large organizer." —Nancy Flores

Get it from Amazon for $7.64+ (available in six sizes and 16 colors).

21. A smudge-proof eyeliner stamp if you love a winged eye look but hate how long it takes you to do it yourself. This stamp makes it quick and easy so you can speed up your routine and have more time for other tasks!

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This tool is double sided, so you can choose the thickness of your wing, and comes with two stamp pens — one for each eye!

The Flick Stick comes from New Zealand-based brand and small biz Lovoir Beauty.

Promising review: "You need this stamp! I have never in my life been able to draw a wing properly. Ever. I kept seeing this advertised everywhere and thought, what the heck. Super easy to use, you don't need a lot of practice. I love that it's highly pigmented as well. I originally wanted the medium (classic) size but it's on backorder. I opted for the 8-mm mini size instead, and I'm glad I did. I think the size is appropriate for the shape and size of my eye. All in all, great purchase!!!" —SaraPo

Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three sizes and a combo pack).

22. A Souper Cube silicone freezer tray so you can store soup or sauce in convenient single-serving portions that make it easy to defrost *only* the amount you need! Each tray has four spaces that fit one cup of liquid each. Now when you don't feel like making an entire meal from scratch, you can say, "WAIT — we have soup!"

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Souper Cubes is a US-based small business that specializes in bake-and-freeze storage products.

Promising review: "So happy that I found these. I’m the only one in my household who enjoys soup year-round. Have you ever tried to make homemade soup for one? I say it’s impossible! But no longer. I can brew up the stock pot with bone broth or my favorite home soup. Fill up my Souper Cubes, freeze, pop out, store my goodies in a freezer bag, and I’m ready for the next batch!" —Debbie R. Texas

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three colors and in two-packs).

23. A self-closing, mess-free toothpaste cap for anyone whose screw-on tube usually winds up covered in a gross mess of old, hardened toothpaste by the time you, your partner, and your little ones get through with it.

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Promising review: "I saw these on an Amazon review video on YouTube, and figured I'd give them a try because my boyfriend tends to leave the toothpaste bottle a complete mess and I can't stand it! These things have a great seal and give out a good amount of toothpaste when you squeeze it. It wipes clean very easily. So glad they come with more than one, but not sure what I'll use the other ones on yet." —Kimberly C

Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.75+ (also available in blue, glitter, and multicolor styles and in packs of six).

24. A blind-spot mirror designed to help you merge a little more safely and keep an eye on those areas that are usually out of view.

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Promising review: "I purchased this one because there is no bezel that takes up space when the rear view mirror is already so small and you'll need whatever space you can get. The angle is also adjustable. Of all the ones I've purchased, this seemed to fit and look the best."—Peter

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $6.99 (available in four shapes, two styles, and a pack of four).

25. A pack of beer salt strips so you can skip making your own salt rims and simply peel and stick these right onto bottles and glasses. If you like a little citrusy salty kick to your beverage of choice, you'll love these delicious salt and lime strips!

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Promising review: "I love these! My husband likes them with his beer, but they they go great with more than just beer. They were fresh, easy to peel and stick to the bottle, and they taste great." —Justin Ewald

Get a two-pack (four strips total) for $14.95 (available in three flavors and combo packs of three and five).

26. A cleaning gel in case you didn't realize you need to clean the mold and buildup behind your washing machine gasket. This powerful gel makes it easy to banish gunk all over your house! Simply squeeze it onto sinks, silicone sealant, bathroom tiles, and more, then let it sit for a few hours or overnight and easily wipe clean!

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Promising review: "Very satisfied. I tried everything to remove black mold with no success. This product actually worked to remove the black mold. I applied the gel on the mold and left it sit overnight. I was amazed the mold wiped off with a rag." —Robin S. Johns

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three sizes and a two-pack).

27. A wig dryer stand that'll dry your wig from the inside to the outside in a fraction of the time it normally takes! Simply insert the end of your hair dryer nozzle into the opening, and the air will circulate through the ventilation holes to quickly dry both the wig net and the hair itself. You can even style it while drying!

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Note that you should not use heat settings on your dryer while using this wig stand. Also, please don't leave the wig stand unattended for too long if the hair dryer is plugged in and running!

Promising review: "10/10 I can't see myself drying my wigs any other way moving forward. What took 2–3 days for my wigs to air dry now takes minutes. I more than likely won't use it for styling but that option is available." —Stacy

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

28. A two-sided travel cup because two beverages are better than one, especially when you can hold them both in one hand! Simply fill each totally separate compartment with the drinks of your choice, and say goodbye to juggling your iced coffee, water, seltzer, iced tea, and other bevvies in separate containers!

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Promising review: "You NEED this. This product is AMAZING. When I run errands, I hate bringing both a water bottle and coffee tumbler. This product solves that issue. I ran it through my dishwasher to clean it, and the plastic didn’t morph at all. 10/10 recommend!" —Megan Huffman

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two colors).

29. And finally, a single-handed tape dispenser that'll make you wonder why you ever struggled with any other kind. Now, you can quickly and easily wrap gifts, seal up envelopes, and more while making them look *way* neater. Simply pull the trigger to release the tape, and let the trigger go to cut the tape — it's that simple!

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Promising review: "My last tape dispenser was awful. Threading the tape through the mechanism was a PITA. The gears and springs would fall out when you opened the damn thing. Eventually, the tape started to cling to the roller and would rip the paper I was trying to tape. This design is great; the tape self threads itself when you put it on the rubber bands, the tape stays on the inside of the device until you press the trigger to release it, the tape self cuts when you let go of the trigger. Everything can be done with one hand. Wonderful!" —Billster

Get it from Amazon for $14.88 (available in four colors).

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