If You’re Equal Parts Perfectionist And Procrastinator, You Probably Need These 34 Things In Your Life – BuzzFeed

The best of the internet, delivered straight to your inbox!Gift GuideBeauty + Personal CareFashionHomeSports + FitnessStoresTechKidsPetsSex ToysView All We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.It’s ~perfectly~ normal to put things off a bit longer than you should, but these things will help you get ’em done.BuzzFeed StaffOne side is the curved wing stamp, and the other is a regular fine tip liner for defining the rest of the eye. It comes in a pack of two, one for each eye.The Flick Stick comes from New Zealand-based brand and small biz Lovoir Beauty. Promising review: “Got this before a trip I took a few days ago. I have never been able to do wing eyeliner properly so I was excited to try this. It’s very pigmented and goes on beautifully! I’ve tried other liquid eyeliners before and they were so watery and not close to a dark black I wanted at all but this product was great. I did my makeup and put this eyeliner on at 9 a.m., traveled two hours, walked around a city for about three hours and it was warm so I was sweating, and then went to an NBA game. After all that time (about 16 hours!) the eyeliner was just as perfect as I had put it on! I love this product and can’t wait to use it more often!” —ElizabethGet a set of two from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three sizes and a combo pack). Check out a TikTok of the Dash Rapid Egg Cooker in action and be sure to check out our Dash Rapid Egg Cooker review for more deets!This cooker includes the base, clear lid, measuring cup, poaching tray, omelet bowl, boiling tray, and a handy little recipe book. You can cook up to six eggs at once. It’s perfect for making hard- or soft-boiled eggs, poached eggs, scrambled eggs, omelets, and more. Pierce the eggs, place them in the cooker, and add the recommended amount of water for what you’re making. Close the lid, turn it on, and your eggs will cook in a matter of minutes.BuzzFeed Shopping senior writer Emma Lord says: “I’ve owned one of these babies and have faithfully used it every week for upward of two years, and especially love it while working from home — it simplifies breakfast because I know no matter what assortment of groceries I’m working with, there are precooked eggs to add some protein to it (I like mine medium-boiled 🍳). If my dinner is boring or seems like it needs a little extra “oomph” to it, I’ll throw in an egg from this too. Some reviews note that the alarm on it is a little loud, but the new models have significantly decreased the volume and sing a little song instead!”Promising review: “I saw someone on TikTok with this and gasped! Ordered it right away. I had no idea these things existed. Super easy and convenient and the hard-boiled eggs came out perfectly. I’m testing a batch now without punching a hole in the eggs to see how they come out. Because why not make an easy process even easier?!?! LOL.” —GinaGet it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in seven colors).Reviewers with everything from thin and short to wavy and fine to thick and curly hair love this One-Step Brush and say it works great for their hair types!Promising reviews: “I don’t know why it took me so long to buy something like this. I went home to visit my family and my mom had this tool. I used it and instantly became obsessed. It smoothed my frizzy hair, dried, and styled it all in one. I’ve been exclusively using this tool for months to style my hair and haven’t had to worry about pulling out any other tools! Love it!” —Gabby Stapp”I’m totally in love with my dryer brush. I’ve been wanting one of these for years and finally decided to buy one! So glad I did! My hair is so shiny and soft after using this! I have fine hair and it works great as long as I don’t use it on high. I do let my hair air dry for about 20 minutes first and then start out on medium and switch to low to finish up. If you’re on the fence about buying it just hit that buy button you’ll be happy you did!” —Bridgott BrownGet it from Amazon for $32.25 (available in various colors/styles).Many reviewers with curl types 4a–c prefer the oval brush, but if you’re looking to blow out tighter curls or coils, try the Revlon One-Step paddle brush instead. This model is made for users with curlier hair. You can get it for $34.95 on Amazon/ Reviewers of this brush also say it’s the best thing they’ve bought for their hair!Check out why these are a fave in this TikTok.Lilac St. is a woman- and AAPI-owned BTW!Promising review: “Y’all I have been a loyal Lilac St. customer since they started and I will never leave them. These are the absolute best quality. I get so many compliments. They are the most natural and most comfortable to wear. I use several times by using makeup remover and water to remove any glue. Seriously will never stray.” —KatiewGet them from Amazon for $12.95 (available in four sizes, eight styles, and in packs of three).Promising review: “Saw on TikTok (don’t judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you’re left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance.” —Jessica HouseGet an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.56 (also available in larger multipacks).Promising review: “I have very, very fine and fragile hair. It’s wavy (2b–2c with some 3a curls mixed in). My ends are dry, and my scalp gets very oily quickly. When the product arrived, I was on second-day hair. I worked the foam through my roots and the sides of my head. The most oily places for me. It was easy to work through, and it smelled fresh and clean. My results were amazing! My roots looked clean, no residue or buildup like powder dry shampoos. My scalp does not itch, and it gives my fine, flat hair a ton of volume. Also, my hair looks thicker when I use it. I usually can’t go more than a day or two without washing my hair. With this product, I was able to go four days without washing my hair.” —Amelia TiltonGet it from Amazon for $9.79.Promising review: “I don’t want to get all gushy over a pasta maker, but man…I really love this gizmo! I like spaghetti — either with normal Prego-type sauce or sometimes just with butter and Romano cheese sprinkled on. But I’m lazy and impatient and don’t like things that take a long time to make with a bunch of steps, and a big cleanup afterwards. The Fasta Pasta is perfect for me. I get the exact amount of correctly-measured spaghetti; it’s faster than boiling water in a big pot then having to watch and stir the pasta; the pasta comes out perfectly cooked every time; and the cleanup is a snap.” —Smilin SamGet it from Amazon for $16.99.Promising review: “I’ve been a certified makeup artist for 12 years. Used for my cousin’s wedding makeup, and they worked really well as far as catching fallout and shaping goes, but taking them off, they really stick, so just be gentle. Still great.” —AndreaGet a box of 120 pieces from Amazon for $6.99.This is great for textured hair, including wavy and curly hair types.Uncle Funky’s Daughter is a Black woman-owned company that was acquired by Renee Morris in 2014. She has used her own 20+-year natural hair journey to expand the natural haircare line.Promising review: “Smells so good and is not overbearing at all. I’ve tried a lot on my locks and this is the best I’ve found in five years!” —Loe55Get it from Amazon for $12.99.Promising review: “I was looking for something to spray on days I didn’t wash my hair. This is WONDERFUL! It smells like the tropics. I just got it and already have had so many compliments.” —Meredith CoartneyGet it from Amazon for $13+ (available in nine scents).It comes with three containers that each have a matching colander and lid.Check out this TikTok to see them in use. Promising review: “I love this set. I’ve been trying to eat breakfast more and saw them all over TikTok! These make it so much easier to clean the produce and keep it crisp! Will be getting another set!” —Jane DoeGet it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in six colors).This *safely* holds 104 batteries of various sizes. You can store it in a drawer or mount it on a wall!Promising review: “Something so simple saved me an entire drawer’s worth of space! We had a battery drawer in the den desk, but it was a mess! Opened battery packages, half of them had new batteries, other batteries floating around loose in the drawer all willy-nilly, all different sizes and brands mixed together. It was an eyesore and a pain every time I had to look for batteries. Now, thanks to this little helper, our batteries are organized and easy to find and grab, right inside the basement stairs doorway. The wattage tester is super helpful, and I was able to toss out half of the batteries we’d had that were dead or nearly dead from being old or accidentally put back with the new batts instead of into recycling. It feels a little thin and flimsy, but it just holds the batteries, you don’t move or bend it, so it’s moot. So glad I bought this; it’s fantastic!!” —Amanda S. MichniewiczGet it from Amazon for $18.39.Mia Marie’s is a Colorado-based, woman-owned Etsy shop established in 2016 that specializes in hand-sewn headbands for kids and adults.Promising review: “I’m very happy with this headband. It’s very soft and light. I like that it keeps my hair back without squeezing my head or breaking it. The knot looks super cute, too! Totally worth the money!” —elena18101996Get it from Mia Marie’s on Etsy for $10+ (available in 20 colors and in baby, kid, adult, and custom sizes).Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. Promising review: “This is one of my absolute favorite kitchen tools! This is right up there with my stand mixer. I save hours a week using this for dinner prep. I HATE cutting up veggies for dinner and this makes it fast and fun! I can’t believe I didn’t buy one years ago. This is worth every penny. Easy to use and I can just throw it in my dishwasher for clean up. I’m obsessed. I will be buying these as gifts. This is an absolute must-have for everyone.” —ReviewerGet it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five sizes and four colors).Promising review: “We cannot BEGIN to tell you what a lifesaver this is! We have two old fiberglass tubs with vinyl shower enclosures that no matter what amount of scrubbing we have done with everything from bleach to cleanser to vinegar and baking soda would NOT come clean. After I took my shower last night, I sprayed down the tub and walls. Within minutes, all the built-up water deposits, dirt, and grime began to melt away in front of my eyes. I left it on overnight, and when I got up this morning, it did not look like the same tub and shower. This product is a godsend, especially for old folks like us who have difficulty getting down on our hands and knees and scrubbing anything. More importantly, it performs as advertised. We plan on using it as part of our weekly cleanup routine, in addition to purchasing the Wet and Forget Mold and Mildew Remover for use on the vinyl siding of our house. This is truly an overnight sensation!” —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $19.39 (available in two sizes, two scents, and as a two-pack).Promising review: “This holster is a great space saver and prevents me from knocking it off my counter, which I always do as a result of breaking my flat iron numerous times! I was surprised by how big it was. It fits my standard flat iron perfectly with some space to spare, I could fit a brush in there. I love that it holds up to 500 degrees, which my flat iron goes up to 450 degrees so I am able to keep my flat in there while it is in use. As long as you follow the directions and clean your countertop as directed, the holster will stay put. It held strong on top of my wooden desk. I highly recommend!” —ashleywhyGet it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in five colors).Check it out on TikTok in a makeup look from beauty influencer Mikayla Nogueira, who succinctly describes Wow Brow as “the tinted brow gel that does the job.”Promising review: “This is my favorite product to use whenever I’m in a rush and don’t have time for a full brow routine. I simply brush the gel through my brows and boom, they’re fluffy and filled.” —CatnipGet it from Ulta for $6 (available in four shades) or Amazon for $5 (available in three shades).It’s BPA-free and dishwasher-safe!Promising review: “For years, I would buy those metal fan-like steamers that adjusted to the size of the pot; a good concept, but the fins would always fall off in short order, and they really were kind of a pain to clean (plus you had to clean the pot too!). This steamer, on the other hand, is ideal for me. It is the perfect size for a single serving and best of all, it’s made for the microwave and not a pot on the stovetop. Cleaning is a breeze, and I usually hand-clean it so it’s ready for another meal right away. It does take a few tries to figure out the timing for each type of vegetable, but that’s okay — they come out crisp and fresh tasting. I’ll never buy another metal steamer again. :-)” —dvdGet it from Amazon for $9.99.Promising review: “I have three cats so getting to work each morning means I usually have enough cat hair on me to make a coat. It’s super compact and fits right in my purse. Also great for travel.” —KellyGet it from Amazon for $9.99.Live Tinted is a South Asian woman-owned small biz that specializes in clean, vegan, cruelty-free beauty products for all skin tones. Promising review: “I’ll admit, I was totally skeptical of these Huesticks. I am 34 years old, of Sri Lankan descent (medium to deep tan skin) and I’ve NEVER been good at makeup. I was excited to try these Huesticks, made by and vouched for by a fellow South Asian, but was worried it would look like I was ACTUALLY wearing makeup. I was pleasantly surprised after using Rise under my eyes and around my mouth, blending with a makeup sponge, and then using my same amount of CC cream and powder foundation. You really still can’t tell I’m wearing makeup. I even asked my BF if he could see the orange ‘glow’ under my eyes before I put on the CC cream and he couldn’t see it! It really was color correcting!” —ReviewerGet it from Ulta (available in six shades) or Amazon (available in four shades) for $26.Promising reviews: “My mom has been using this mop for years. Well, I finally have my own place and have hardwood floors and my Swiffer couldn’t compete so I bought myself one and I don’t regret it. Worth the money!” —Nic Aguirre Santillan”I have finally found my perfect mop. So fast and easy to use. It gets the mop so dry so you don’t have a dripping mop to wring out. Saw this on TikTok and it’s the best. No regrets.” —Kindle CustomerGet it from Amazon for $28.99. The set comes with one bottle of solution, two mopping pads, and two AA batteries.Promising review: “Great mop when you need the job done fast. Liquid refills are easy to pop in, and you can slap on replacement mop pads in a hurry (you’ll know when it needs to be replaced). This mop is ideal when you get one of those ‘I’ll see you in 10 minutes’ phone calls. Just press the release button on the handle and a spray will shoot out directed at the center of the path. Tip: I run the mop head under warm water first & squeeze it out before I start, as a damp mop works better. The floor is clean in no time and I like that I don’t need to store a separate bottle of cleaner. My mom loves that it’s lightweight, so she can carry it upstairs and mop the hall floors and bathroom tiles.” —A. MitchellGet it from Amazon for $29.94.Promising review: “I had a nicer-looking, more-expensive version of this in my cart originally. This was one-third of that price and I’m so glad I went with this one. It’s got a sturdy backing on both pieces (piece with pockets and a piece that goes between mattresses), one large pocket closest to the bed, and three decent-sized mesh pockets. I have it between my mattress and box spring.” —Danielle Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in four colors/styles).Check out a similar style on TikTok.Promising review: “I find them easy to apply and long-lasting. Base & Top Coat I just like to change it up every week. You need a base coat and top coat for them to last and it’s better not to use a fast-drying top coat. There is some tip wear after a few days but that happens to me with regular polish, also. It’s also helpful to push back your cuticles before applying.” —Susan DayGet a pack of 16 sheets (224 pieces) from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two styles). You can also check out more nail wraps on Amazon here.Promising review: “Used this on Christmas Day. It was amazing! After my side dishes were cooked, I put them on the warming pad while the main dishes cooked and it did a great job of keeping them very warm! I’m going to buy another one for when I have bigger events. Highly recommend. I love how it just rolls up for storage too.” —BackInNewYorkGet it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in four colors).You’ll definitely want to check out this demo on TikTok — the creator uses this brush with Lancôme’s Liqui-Pencil eyeliner to extend it out effortlessly. You can also use it with eye shadow, as shown above!BK Beauty is a digitally native small beauty business founded in 2019 by former MAC Cosmetics trainer and YouTuber Lisa J, whose aim is to make using makeup easy and attainable for all. Promising review: “I have Asian hooded eyes, and this little work of magic was an ideal size for my eyes. Very versatile, perfect softness. I just can’t say enough and will definitely purchase additional ones.” —Meulan A.Get it from BK Beauty for $15. It measures 14′ x 18′ and comes with a cleaning sponge and hanging rope for easy storage.Promising review: “I was a little concerned this was going to be one of those gifts that were hyped up but it’s not. It’s not going to thaw a huge chunk of meat in an hour but I have thawed a chunk of chicken in a few hours. The product itself isn’t very thick which I like as it doesn’t take up a lot of space for storage. It doesn’t warm up, but pulls the cold from the meat, which makes the product thaw (like putting meat in cold water to thaw it faster and not cook it).” —Savannah A.  Get it from Amazon for $19.89. Promising review: “I’m really happy with this drain cover for my shower. It’s extremely low-lying, the rubberized edge keeps it in place, and it catches hair well. With such a low profile, it looks like it’s the original drain rather than an add-on sitting on the shower floor; sleek! This was a two-pack and the second cover lays equally flat in my tub.” —phil phamGet a two-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three colors).Hustle & Sew is a Saint Helens, Oregon-based Etsy shop with lots of fun and functional handmade goods like face masks, bags, and stasher scrunchies! Promising review: “This is so great. It works perfectly. No more soggy sink. It is so much easier to dishes now with this around my faucet.” —Megan McCartneyGet it from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).Promising review: “It’s very light, with a huge capacity for soups, salads, mac ‘n’ cheese, spaghetti, stews, etc. If I didn’t have any dishes, this actually would be the only thing I need other than a plate. Love the lid, as you can put it in the microwave, and the top does not blow off. It WILL stain with tomato-based sauces. Who cares, as long as I’ve got my bowl I’m happy! Great for camping as it is virtually weightless. 🙂 It’s pretty much indestructible.” —Sheryl L. KetchumGet it from Amazon for $13.89.Promising review: “I bought this item to keep in my car because I have had more than one article of clothing ruined by messy condiments while I was driving. It is perfectly sized as far as circumference for all size burgers, (and even my taco) and the thickness adjusts to whatever your sandwich thickness is to give you a good grip. Now I can keep one hand on the wheel while I am driving which is an additional perk. And I haven’t tried it yet, but it just occurred to me that it would also work well for holding my fries, especially when they are nice and hot. Hint: Keep a stack of coffee filters in your car door to line it before you put your burger in and you won’t even have to worry about washing it between uses.” —DottieGet it from Amazon for $9.95.Promising reviews: “Love these!! I first tried the sample and was convinced right away. They are a great addition to my morning routine and also a good way to refresh my face for my evening looks. The smell is lovely too! J’adore.” —MariePhilipL”Love these! So refreshing! These are a quick and easy way to keep my skin feeling clean and fresh.” —21lauryn21Get a pack of 60-count wipes from Amazon for $36 or Sephora for $38 (available in three sizes).This is dishwasher-safe!Promising review: “A dorm room necessity! Makes pretty good rice fast and simple. Way tastier than minute rice, and no hassle of buying an expensive rice cooker or using the stove. Definitely recommend to lazy rice lovers or college kids who barely have time to cook real food.” —Cristina LGet it from Amazon for $19.96.It’s dishwasher-safe and from a Miami-based small business, The Magnetack!Promising review: “Nice and slim design. Perfect for small fridges.” —MelRGet it from TheMagnetack on Etsy for $14.95.Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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