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Jun 01, 2023

30 Things Our Readers Are Loving Right Now

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

Including an indoor plug-in fly trap, a set of Swedish dishcloths, a garlic rocker, and more popular products from BuzzFeed Shopping posts.

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Promising review: "This is a very nicely made mason bee house that should last a long time outdoors. It has a slight overhang in the front to protect the entrances from rain or snow. It has a hanger with a slot for a screw on the back. It has a small rope attached at the top, but I will not hang it that way because the rope may deteriorate over time. I'm looking forward to hanging this as soon as the weather permits!" —Alison

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

Promising review: "Great for kids. My 8- and 4-year-olds have been using these knives almost daily since we got them. They are cutting through all sorts of vegetables (even tomatoes, although if you are going to do a fancy cut or want them to look nice, I would use a sharp blade; it worked fine for dicing) and meats, and are easy to clean. I would recommend these to any parent who is getting their kids into helping cook. We ran the knives across our skin as we talked about knife safety, and while it did scratch a bit, it did not cut us. I am so happy I came across this product." —Karen Fett

Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I bought these for a trip for my family of five. I like to plan in advance to make sure no one forgets anything! These were a lifesaver packing for three kids! I was able to create a carry-on, toiletries, wires/chargers, and snack pouch for everyone! I used clear sticker paper to create name labels, and it all worked perfectly! Would definitely recommend if you need to travel with family and need to set things out and pack." —mommyandbri

Get them from Amazon for $19.99.

Promising review: "I love these inexpensive little fly traps. I bought two, then came back and bought two more plus the sticky refills. We keep our trash in the garage and the flies are terrible, even with the lids on the cans. These are catching so many flies that I'm changing out the sticky card every day. They are super simple and easy to use. One thing to remember is that the flies and other flying bugs are drawn to the light. So they work best in a space that's a little dark. They're perfect in our garage with the lights off, and in our kitchen at night or with the overhead lights turned off." —D. Anderson

Get it from Amazon for $17.97.

Promising review: "THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED, a constant reminder to keep drinking water to reach my daily goal!!! I always forget to drink water, I was looking for a big water bottle but with a sleek design — I didn't want to carry one of those big plastic bulky bottles, so this one is PERFECT for me! Exactly what I was looking for. This bottle is so convenient and beautifully designed. I love how classy it looks when I hold it (most of my day), it matches my style. I'm probably getting the black one too. Thank you!!!!" —Valentina A.

Price: $19.99 (available in two sizes and three colors)

Promising review: "LOVE!!! I don’t even know how I came across these, because I had never heard of them before, nor was I looking, but these seemed interesting and I’ll try anything once. I love love these. I hate the waste and overpriced cost of paper towels. The yellow sponges gross me out. And rags are ok, but they are kind of a one-shot wonder when cleaning. So these are like if a paper towel and a rag had a baby! They soak up great, and you can rinse and ring out then go again! Definitely buying more! Winner! 😍" —Rachaelle K.

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "This brand is so affordable and works just the same as the more expensive brands. I go through them so quickly so this is a plus! I’m generally a picker at my zits, but if I can get to one of these dots in time I save my face a lot of irritation and pain. I wear them at night and sometimes during the day, only takes about two to get rid of those pesky whiteheads, sometimes more for a big zit. They really suck everything out." —Savannah Wilson

Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for $4.88.

Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. Popped it into my hot tub and from the picture I attached, you can see that in just about 12 hours, this little Scumbug ate up all the oil and filth in the hot tub. The water not only looks better, but smells better too! Highly recommended!" —Mickey D.

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising review: "I really enjoy this product. I live in an apartment complex where the walls and flooring are thin and very noisy. My upstairs neighbors used to wake me up by just walking around in the morning. These work perfectly to cancel out the noise. The only drawback would be that it plugs your ears so well that there is a little pressure and suction from the plugs. Nothing uncomfortable." —Savannah

Get them from Amazon for $12.99.

Tidy-Cup is a woman-owned small business started after the founder, Julie Reinhold, was tired of detergent containers dripping all over her laundry room floor.

Promising review: "This simple yet genius device is so great. It has a nice wide opening to hang over the spigot of your different detergent or fabric softener. You simply place the cup on the holder ledge. Press the button on liquid detergent and catch it. Voilà." —C Tolley72

Get a set if two from Amazon for $12.03.

Promising review: "I've been reading about this cream in magazines for like a decade and finally gave it a try when I got a chemical peel because it's supposed to be like industrial strength moisturizer. It definitely lives up to the hype. Aside from the fact that it smells like putting straight up gin on your face, it's super emollient and has tons of hydrating oils in it. It's a little on the harder side to rub in just because it's such a thick juicy cream but it's great for dry patches and is definitely the kind of all-purpose fix you'd want to have in your bag. I've only used it during summer but I cannot WAIT to take this bad boy for a spin this winter. (Also Rihanna likes it, allegedly, if that does anything for you.)" —Rory Gephart Leahy

Get it from Amazon for $13.94.

Promising review: "My significant other works with machinery and builds cars/ engines for hobby. This stuff right here is AMAZING, literally nothing else works this way. NOTHING! I suggest this to everyone I know because it slams the competition. Just add water, squeeze out excess, and you have a heavy artillery cleaning magic to your disposal! Never ceases to amaze me!" —Ouroboros_0_o

Get a box of 20 from Amazon for $13.25.

Fly By Jing is an Asian woman-owned business that specializes in sauces, dumplings, and spices.

Promising review: "My gosh could this be any tastier? I was actually quite surprised when my mother brought this over and told me how expensive it was. But then I tasted it and it was so worth it! Great rich taste without all the salt!!! Just the natural sodium from the ingredients and a great crunch to go with the delicious taste!" —Kristie Marshall

Get it from Amazon for $13.49 (available in two sizes and an extra spicy version).

Promising review: "This little gadget does what it says. No more half squeezed, crumpled, messy tubes of toothpaste sitting on the countertop. My toothpaste stands upright in the gadget and is always ready to dispense toothpaste. No more fussing with the tube to get toothpaste out of it. Excellent purchase!" —charboy

Get it from Amazon for $13.97+ (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "Took this float to Hawaii. It packed so easily and lightly in my carry-on suitcase. Had people at the pool ask me about it and say they had just heard from someone else that they loved theirs too. Will ALWAYS take this with me on vacation or to friends' houses... easy to transport and super flexible: can lie down (with feet in the water) or sit sideways, etc. LOVE IT!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $12.56 (available in 21 patterns/colors).

Read our full review of the KitchenIQ knife sharpener!

Promising review: "Wow, this little gadget is pretty amazing! I have some old (expensive) non-serrated knives that are supposed to never need sharpening but unfortunately, lost their sharp edge long ago. I saw this gadget and decided to try it. I set the bottom of this gadget on the edge of the counter and ran one of the knives through the side labeled 'coarse' about 10 times, then ran it through the side labeled 'Fine' another 8–10 times. Bingo! The knife was transformed back to its former high-dollar cutlery glory. I could hardly believe how effectively it had sharpened the knife, which I had been ready to throw away a week before. I've been happily sharpening all our knives and trying to add up in my head how much money I've saved by NOT having to buy another set of expensive knives. I don't know where else you can spend $6 and get this return for the money. Great score!" —Schelly L. Wagoner

Get it from Amazon for $10.51.

Oh, you can also cut them to your desired length.

Promising review: "These straps work pretty well and can be easily expanded since it’s using Velcro to stick together. I use it for my zucchini plant and fruit trees. It holds well and seems to be easier on the plant stems since it’s much wider than the wired alternatives. I recommend giving extra buffer when cutting. This way you can expand as the plants grow. These are much easier to adjust than my old wire setup." —DivideByZero

Get it from Amazon for $3.98+ (available in five sizes).

Promising review: "Beautiful hardcover cookbook with so many yummy Disney recipes from the parks! There is lots of Disney foodie history in it, plus recipes that look easy to follow with high quality ingredients. There are fun maps of each of the parks inside where the food is located from, which makes it fun. As an avid Disney fan I have never seen a cookbook like this." —Nicole

Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

Promising review: "I usually wear a full face of makeup and I used to take it off with the Clinique Take the Day Off balm, which is superb, but I find this one to be an amazing option at a fraction of the price. I don't have breakouts, it's easy and simple to use." —viewer

Get it from Amazon for $9.74.

Promising review: "Didn’t need this but bought this due to watching a TikTok. Pleasantly surprised by the magical erasing powers. This product has magic dust. Gives you a great glow and erases imperfections with the thinnest layer." —Kim Wilmot

Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (available in four shades).

Goodwipes body wipes are 100% biodegradable, plant-based, and hypoallergenic.

Promising review: "I LOVE the way these smell. I'm tempted to use them even after I shower, but they smell so much like a body spray I have, I use it instead. These are so easy and convenient to use for travel and mid-day just to freshen up. I love that they're large enough for full-body use, AND they have a kinda scrubby side and a flat side, so if you need a bit more refreshing one day, you can get a slight 'scrub' in, especially when you're out and about. It's great on my face, too. The scent is wonderful and light. Sounds weird, but in the Georgia heat and humidity, these are a must if you're spending much time outside doing activities. Great product! Will definitely reorder!! Thanks!!!" —Fluffyluggage

Get a 60-pack from Amazon for $16.74.

Promising review: "I gave this to my mother for Christmas. She has a million stories from 'back in the day.' This book will help preserve those memories as well as any others she might have that we might not be around to hear about. This self starting autobiography makes for wonderful gift on that sad day when you're loved one is no longer with you to share the stories of their past." —Cliff Jones

Get it from Amazon for $13.69.

Promising review: "Bottle functions exactly as described. It gives a nice continuous spray with one press of the trigger. I use it for my son's hair (curly hair refresh), and he adores the mist it produces. No leaks when liquid was added, and no annoying stickers leaving residue on the bottle." —Lindsey

Get it from Amazon for $7.49.

Promising review: "Perfect lightweight water bottle. Collapsable when empty. Takes a very small area when packed empty. Great for hiking and traveling. I have used it since I received it. I have NOT experienced any problems, no smells or debris inside it. It does require a thorough cleaning with soap and water as any container does between uses." —Clyde Lambert

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

Promising review: "After getting tired of ending up with peanut butter on my knuckles as the jars grew more empty (and trying to get the peanut butter stuck to the bottom and sides of the jar), I decided to try this 'knife' out. First off, it's not really a knife — no sharp edges, which makes it great for kids. It is a great kitchen gadget for folks who like peanut butter. It's long enough to keep your knuckles and fingers clean when the jar is nearly empty. The shape also helps to get every last chunk of my chunky peanut butter off the bottom and sides, and less waste means the knife will pay for itself. It is sturdy enough to make spreading the peanut butter a breeze. Wish I had bought one long ago!" —MJS81

Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

Promising review: "This is a lifesaver! I wish I’d discovered these sooner; it would have saved me several unpleasant litter box cleanings. It’s very sturdy and thick enough to withstand my cat’s feverish scratching and burying." —Gabriela

Get them from Amazon for $5.69.

Promising review: "I bought these last minute when I found out there was a chance of rain during our Disney vacation. I ended up wearing them around Magic Kingdom for hours after a downpour! They're very comfortable and made it so I didn't have to wear wet tennis shoes all day. I also wore them when we went to the pool. Highly recommend!" —JRFran

Get them from Amazon for $10.68+ (available in women's sizes 4–13.5, men's sizes 3–12, and in 44 styles).

Promising review: "I had seen people on TikTok talking about this sponge and decided I needed to try it. I will say it's one of the most handy things I have in my bathroom when doing my makeup. It quickly and easily gets the excess powder out of the brushes which means I'm ready to go the next day. I highly recommend." —Maryann Melcher

Get it from Amazon for $5.99.

Promising review: "I like garlic very much, so I use this garlic press every day. It works very well, is easy to use, and easy to clean. Compared with the garlic press I used before, this is more labor-saving and comfortable." —Jessica

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

Promising review: "Beautiful color lipstick that looks great with my skin tone. Not too bright but a rosy color that I love." —Faloli

Get it from Amazon for $4.99.

Promising review: "I bought these to put into my bag/pocket to carry around just in case. Sometimes public restrooms do not have soap and that is extremely inconvenient. These come in super handy! One sheet is definitely enough for me and it’s so cool to watch it turn from a dry sheet of paper into sudsy soap with water added. I 100% recommend." —mammothemeerkat

Get them from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in ten pack styles/sizes).

Promising reviews: "I use this daily for my no-makeup makeup look that takes me less than 10 minutes to do — it's easy and practically fool-proof. I use the Neutral Brown and it's the perfect brown shade with cool undertones. It helps keep my brows in place and never looks overdone. Love this and will always repurchase!" —MamaBearEst.2021

Get it from Amazon for $5 (available in four shades).

Promising review: "I use this every day — I love it. The color is so pretty, and it is a very soft texture. It feels sort of like a lip balm. I would definitely buy it again." —Lynn

Get it from Amazon for $8.91+ (available in 28 colors).

Promising review: "If you're like me, I typically ditch the gloves when I'm weeding because I can't get a good hold on the smaller weeds. Not with these gloves! They help me dig up those small weeds quickly. I thought I'd have a hard time picking things up because of the claws, but no. They make weeding so much quicker, and save my nails and hands in the process." —MomOfR&D

Get them from Amazon for $7.16 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "Provides great protection. Doesn't feel heavy or greasy. Makes my skin feel really moisturized and supple. I use prescription skin creams and am very photosensitive, so I take my sunscreen seriously. This CeraVe sunscreen feels better than many high end creams. It'll be my go-to sunscreen from now on. Highly recommend you give it a try." —David L.

Get it from Amazon for $12.47 (paraben- and fragrance-free, and noncomedogenic).

Promising review: "I was skeptical when I first heard of this product, but I was intrigued by not buying and lugging home those heavy plastic jugs of detergent. Plus, I was tired of the gooey, drippy mess of liquid detergents. I asked around from people who used the new tiny sheets of detergent and found that people were quite happy with it. So I thought, 'it's not that expense to try' and I bought it. Now I'm sold on it! Great product, comes right to my door each month and I can control how much or little I use by following the handy guide and simply ripping or adding a sheet. It dissolves instantly and my clothes are clean and fresh. Added bonus: it's easy to throw in my suitcase and take on vacation!" —Beth Yodis

Get them from Amazon for $13.49.

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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