These 44 Reliable Products Have Some Real “I’m In My Thirties And Too Tired For Nonsense” Energy – BuzzFeed

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.You have spent too many years trying too many subpar products — you deserve this holy grail dry shampoo and game-changing “no scrub” shower cleaner as a reward.BuzzFeed StaffCheck out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. Promising review: “Will be buying again!! This is a fantastic product. I have incredibly thin hair that gets very oily very easily. This is the first product that I’ve tried that actually works! I am so very happy!” —Katie_0_BakerGet it from Amazon for $18 (available brown, dark brown, blonde, and in multipacks and bundles). I have had on and off dry patches on my face for *checks watch* my whole life, which I just accepted as a consequence of being a human in their thirties who spends a lot of time outdoors in cold weather. It took like two seconds for my (SPECTACULAR) dermatologist to assess the situation and recommend this. The dry patches around my mouth and eyes were gone within two days of using this. It absorbs so quickly into the skin that I was almost scared it wasn’t doing anything, but the long-term results are undeniable. My skin is softer, and I was able to cut out the expensive niacinamide and exfoliant I was using, making this one of the most cost-effective skincare moves of my life. I am so grateful my dermatologist recommended this to me, and I only wish I’d gone to see her about it much sooner! Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available with SPF and in multiple sizes). Promising review: “I’d yet to find anything (even foundation) that could cover up my red areas. Checks, chin, nose, and forehead. It comes out green, but has a gorgeous lightweight finish of a tint that indeed covers my redness beautifully. There’s no greasiness to it at all. It dries down to a beautiful matte finish. It’s super easy to use. I use my fingers. The texture is like silk. It leaves my face baby-soft, not sticky at all. It doesn’t settle into my fine lines or wrinkles, and I don’t need powder to ‘bake’ it under my eyes. It also covers the black circles under my eyes.” —Julie F. Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in six styles). Promising review: “I absolutely love these salad containers. My fiancé and I have big appetites, but try to eat healthy. These containers fit a ton of salad greens and all sizes of toppings — nuts, beans, cheese, fruits, meats, pasta, etc. They make packing lunch easy. Just throw in some greens, a protein, a dressing, and toppings that make salad fun for you! We use ours several times per week and they make it to both our jobs without spilling or leaking. I walk and ride public transit, so mine gets tossed around a bit. Several of my friends and coworkers have bought them after seeing mine!” —izzoGet it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in eight colors). Mindset is a small business that specializes in calming personal care and decor products. Promising review: “Who doesn’t need less stress and more sleep these days! Here’s your breathing meditation partner. Very useful at your desk and bed stand. So easy to charge and use, not to mention that he’s really cute!” —CeceGet it from Amazon for $21.95 (available in two styles). Read more about how biotin shampoo could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic.Maple Holistics is a small business that specializes in beauty products with all-natural ingredients. Check out a TikTok of the biotin shampoo in action. Promising review: “I love this shampoo! I had gastric sleeve surgery, and my hair was very, very thin. I started taking biotin and switched to biotin shampoo, as recommended by my doctor. It doesn’t make your hair grow by washing it, but it makes your hair and roots stronger. And it worked. After using the whole bottle, my hair was stronger. I had a lot of new growth that was sticking around (the previous new growth fell out early on), and my hair was getting thicker. Eight months later, my hair is back to normal. It’s longer and thicker than ever.” —Diane J. HuffGet it from Amazon for $12.95.Psst — reviewers mention this is most effective when paired with a scalp massager to work it into their roots! The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. Promising review: “Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it.” —Monica T. Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in two shades). Promising review: “I first saw this book on TikTok and decided to look more into it. I purchased four total because I know some people holding onto things that are difficult to let go of. It’s a great way to look at things from a different perspective and truly hold yourself accountable to different things in your life. I love what it stands for, and I look forward to when I burn mine after I’m done. Self-love, self-care, and meditation for a better state of mind tomorrow are always the goal. I definitely recommend it to those susceptible to change and the willingness to try things differently.” —Brent HelmGet it from Amazon for $7.70.  Promising review: “These are amazing! I use them when I volunteer at the outdoor food bank and they keep my hands nice and toasty. I keep them in my coat pocket and they warm me right up! They are easy to charge and easy to use!” —KarenGet it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in eight colors). Check out a TikTok of the foot masks in action. I’m a long-ish distance runner, and these were certainly an interesting experience for my feet! You slide them on and, after a few minutes, feel a tingling, mildly burning (in a good way) sensation. It doesn’t quite numb your feet, but it relaxes them. I kept them on for 30 minutes and then toweled my feet off, and the tingling sensation slowly faded over the next 30 minutes. After that, my feet felt very refreshed and relaxed at a time of day when they’re usually aching from all the miles I put in. The whole thing was a mess-free, easy process, and I will definitely keep them on hand for longer run days! Promising review: “Very soothing. My husband and l used these on our European vacation, and they definitely felt good on our feet!” —KS2018Get a set of three pairs from Amazon for $11.97.  Promising review: “Okay! So I was skeptical at first, but honestly, this stick is life-changing!!! In a matter of minutes, my skin felt hydrated and plumped. After an hour, still hydrated. No greasy after feeling, very light, and you can feel your skin hydrated and absorbing. I love the fact that you can use it on your eyes, lips, and wrinkles!! Game changer for me, will def try the others!” —Kristy Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in five styles). Promising review: “I work from home a few days a week, and every once in a while, my work extends into the evening hours. I have a home office, but sitting at my desk all day is sometimes very tiring. I purchased this big memory foam desk pillow so that I can relax on my couch and still put my laptop up and have a comfortable working area. This pillow is big but very comfortable. It has armrests that wrap around your sides, and they also have little pockets for random things like your cell phone or the remote. It’s so nice to just lean back into my comfortable couch and have this big soft desk in front of me.” —Jenn Butterfield Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in three styles). Promising review: “I work in a laboratory so I am constantly surrounded by lots of sounds varying in pitch and frequency which can be very overwhelming, especially for someone with noise sensitivities. I have had several people recommend these to me, so I decided to give them a try. I so happy I did! When I put these in it feels like I’m coming into my peaceful little bubble. They allow me to have a higher tolerance of noise and have overall reduced my stress and overstimulation of the environment I’m in. It seems like they do a good job at blocking out noises I personally find the most distressing (ie. high pitched, constant noises).” —MakaylaGet it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in seven colors; check out Loop’s Amazon Storefront for more options related to concerts, offices, and parenting!). Promising review: “Love these. These are soft and very comfortable, and they seriously black out every bit of light. I love them. I would highly recommend. I’ll probably never sleep without them again.” —AJGet a pack of two from Amazon for $16.99 (available in seven sets). Learn more about different kinds of eye drops and what they can do at Cleveland Clinic. Note that eye drops can potentially mask symptoms of eye conditions, so you should talk to your eye doctor about what’s right for you. And according to Mayo Clinic, you should avoid redness-reducing drops if you’re looking for dry eye relief.Promising review: “I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I’ve used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness.” —Angela LeonardGet it from Amazon for $11.97. Pro-tip: When you use compression packing cubes, it’s more effective to lay them flat than to roll them! It helps with the compression (and keeps your clothes from getting too wrinkled). Promising review: “These packing cubes helped to keep my clothing organized in my suitcase. They compressed my items and gave me a little more room in the suitcase. They are mesh construction, so you can see what is inside. Easy zippers. Expandable. Sturdy.” —Mary Get a set of six from Amazon for $26.99 (available in four colors). Promising review: “I struggled with acne for over 12 years. I tried medications, pretty much every skincare line out there, but thanks to a random girl on TikTok, I found this product and will never go back. This is the only serum that has helped clear my scars! I never write reviews, but because I noticed a difference within days of using, I had to write one. I’m only on month two and I have seen a noticeable difference. My skin looks clear/lighter/glowing/young for the first time since my preteen years. I use this vitamin C serum and a simple wash and moisturizer/sunscreen every day and that’s it!” —RebekahGet it from Amazon for $21.97+ (available in two sizes). Teeccino is a small business that specializes in coffee-like herbal teas I love tea in the morning but I always want something that tastes strong and bitter to go with my dessert at night, but decaf coffee felt too risky, since there’s still a bit of caffeine in it. Enter Teeccino, which tastes miles better than decaf coffee, and is fully caffeine-free. It’s so rich that it feels like it has notes of chocolate in it, and so satisfying that I had to check the label a zillion times just to make sure I hadn’t misread it, and it secretly was coffee. Nope — just a very delicious faux coffee beverage that pairs well with every dessert in my pantry. Get a 25-count of single-serve bags from Amazon for $14.98 (available in other sizes). Check out the Teeccino Amazon storefront for a TON of other herbal caffeine-free flavors and varieties! Jerome Alexander is a small business that specializes in airbrush cosmetic products. HELLO — I found this through a recommendation on a Reddit beauty forum for people in their thirties, and I am OBSESSED. I am not very skilled with makeup and was intimidated by the brush factor, but it’s nearly foolproof. This foundation straight-up glosses over my pores and redness and makes my skin look so even-toned and natural that it doesn’t look like I used much foundation at all. It’s a bit price-y compared to brands I used in the past, but I’m still on my first bottle of it, and it’s been three full months. I hope this never stops getting made. It is so lightweight and lovely and has made my makeup routine feel like a TREAT. Promising review: “Bought this because I saw it on TikTok, and it did not disappoint. I love the lightweight feel of it and how easy it is to build.” —SmickensGet it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 12 shades). Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with “great” dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines. I use these and I love them! I used to use an electric one, but I feel like I’m getting a much more satisfying clean from these. Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively. I’ve switched to using this in the morning and the electric one at night and definitely see a difference in that area in particular. Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.90. A lot of people compare it to the Magic Eraser in paste form, so even your weirdest, most stubborn stains will meet their match.Promising review: “Found this product on TikTok. I don’t think I’ve ever seen value like I do this product! Literally use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? …This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea-sized amount of this makes them look brand-new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What’s more? You need such LITTLE of this product, it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok!!!” —Rachel in CLTGet it from Amazon for $5.49.Coop Sleep Goods is a small business specializing in pillows, pillowcases, and sleep products. Promising review: “I hardly ever write reviews but I have to for this. I saw this pillow on TikTok and it got me curious so I immediately came to Amazon. OMG, it’s such a game changer. I’m a side sleeper and this pillow is heaven. It’s some of the most comfortable sleep I have had in ages. I love it so much I bought a second one and have my eye on the body pillow. Obsessed! You need this in your bedroom.” —MTGet it from Amazon for $79+ (available in two sizes and three shapes). Promising review: “I saw this product on TikTok and decided to try it out for myself. The name doesn’t lie — spray it on, shut the bathroom door, and in a few hours, the shower is 100 times cleaner. Usually, I’ll let it sit overnight, and by morning, the visible grime on the shower is gone, including soap scum. I’ll usually let the shower water rinse the residue out and then will take a bucket just to get everything off the shower walls. It is a bit slick if you try to get in the shower without rinsing the residue, but otherwise, it’s a worthy cleaning staple in my house.” —Tara D. Get it from Amazon for $20.98 (available in two scents).  Read more about sulfite allergies and wine at Cleveland Clinic. PureWine is a small business that specializes in wine accessories. Promising review: “What a difference these have made in my life. With my allergies, it was impossible to enjoy a glass or two of wine without nasty side effects: stuffy nose, red face, and headaches. Now, I can have a glass of wine and not have to dart to a package of antihistamines! Makes a great gift. Even thinking of splitting a box into stocking stuffers. Each wand is individually wrapped. Have purchased these several times and will continue to do so.” —KellyHGet a set of three from Amazon for $11.99.IceBeanie is a small business that specializes in cold therapy products. Read more about how temperature therapy can help with migraine prevention at Mayo Clinic.Promising review: “I don’t usually write reviews but this thing is literally a game changer. Amazing quality, so comfortable to wear, and it really helps me to relax and also when I have a headache. This is top shelf. I am so happy with my purchase!” —Bonnie BoughtonGet it from Amazon for $41.99. Note: this formula includes small traces of bee venom, so patch test before use! Promising review: “I have only been using this product for a day and a half, and it zapped the redness from my skin! I tried on some foundation the other day and noticed a wild amount of texture, redness peeping through under primer, and general crustiness and was like, ‘I gotta do something about this!’ I started my new skin routine about a week ago and just felt something was missing, this Benton Snail Bee was added to my existing routine and wow, did I get some results quick! I’ll absolutely be exploring more moisturizing products from Benton to add to my routine.” —Apple S. Get it from Amazon for $15.30. Comfilife is a small business that specializes in comfort-based personal care products. Promising review: “Life-changing on a long trip! My partner wanted us to drive from Colorado to California. I wanted to fly because I had a fall, and half of my body was in pain. He talked me into it, so I purchased this pillow for the car ride. What a game-changer! It helped so much with the pain, and I would recommend it for anyone in the car!” —NadiaGet it from Amazon for $37.45+ (available in three colors).Angry Orange is a small business that specializes in home cleaning products. Promising review: “This product has become a must in our household! We discovered it while looking for another scent/odor control product that had a strong citrus scent to spray around a Christmas tree a year or so ago when one of our dogs suddenly decided that he was going to start peeing on the Christmas tree every night. Not only did it deter him from peeing on it, it smells fantastic, and now we use it all the time for any smells around the house, pet odor-related or not! It only takes one or two sprays as well, and the whole area smells fabulous afterward.” —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $17.96 (available in two scents).Y’all, this stuff is no joke — you can check out the earwax removal kit customer reviews to see the GOBS it is taking outta people’s canals. Promising review: “My right ear has been plugged up for months. I squirted warm water in there, peroxide, tried various ear scraper tools, then just gave up. A month or so later, I saw this product at a local CVS, and gave it a try. Laid on couch with several drops in my ear for a half hour. I could hear weird fizzing noises. Then I flushed warm water in my ear with the included soft bulb syringe, and out came the culprit. Had to have been deep in there.” —fixitforgoodGet it from Amazon for $8.12.Promising review: “I have only been able to use at-home teeth whitening kits after finding this one! Usually, my tooth sensitivity is unbearable after chemical-based teeth whitening, but this one didn’t bother me at all! It is a 30-day kit, meant to be used once per day. After the first use, I noticed my teeth were already whiter. I was skeptical about being able to use the strips every day because I figured it would amp up the tooth sensitivity. However, I’m several days in and still have no problems. Highly recommend!!!” —CsameCGet 18 treatments from Amazon for $24.79. Each set comes with two sizes, a 1.5 tablespoon and a 1/3 cup. Promising review: “This is perfect for adding powders to your water bottle. I was originally just looking for a small plastic funnel, but I like this because you could also take it with you for later.” —Nancy S. BassGet a two-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors). Promising review: “This is my second one! Love it so much since it can keep my necklaces safe and untangled with its strong magnet. Safe me so much time layering all the necklaces I have. Literally takes one second to put on!” —Nichole LiGet it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in gold, rose gold, and silver, and with two or three clasps).Touchland is a small business that specializes in hand sanitizers. Promising review: “Touchland’s hand sanitizers are absolutely beautiful! Not only is the packaging functional for travel, but it’s pretty! Absolutely no issues with the product or the design of the packaging leaking, and it’s extremely easy to use! No sticky residue, and your hands feel completely hydrated and soft after each use. I’m especially impressed with this perk, considering most hand sanitizers leave your skin feel tight and dry. No leaks, great hydration, phenomenal fragrance…. what’s not to LOVE!!!? 🤍 SPOIL YOURSELF, NO EXCUSES NECESSARY!” —Briana R. Get it from Amazon for $16 (available in Lily of the Valley and Rose scents; check out Touchland’s Amazon storefront for more options). Clean Skin Club is a US-based small business specializing in hygienic, vegan, and cruelty-free skincare products. Promising review: “I absolutely love these. I saw these on TikTok and bought them. I will be buying more. They are great for my face. Really soft and VERY durable and strong, even when wet. You can wash your face [with it] or just dry your face, either way, it’s the best option.” —SaharaGet a pack of 50 from Amazon for $17.95 (available in other pack sizes).Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.Promising review: “Hubby bought these for me because I work full time and just decided to go back to school full time, and he figured I’d be a little stressed, haha. They all smell wonderful, they work great, they’ll definitely help me calm down especially during exam time at school or budget season at work.” —Tyleena GloekerGet a set of six from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three styles). Promising review: “The patches work great, I could see difference just after few uses. They stick really good and stay on all night. They feel cool and soothing and I love how easy they are to use. Highly recommend!” —M. BrinsonGet a set of 12 from Amazon for $17.97.  Promising review: “This is exactly what I was looking for! It lays flat to easily complete the word search and not have to fight with the book. There are different types of puzzles, and some have extra secret searches! It’s great for the slow days at work!! I will definitely be buying more of these word searches!” —Roy Y HahnGet it from Amazon for $8. Check out a TikTok of the bread bow knife in action. Promising review: “I recently purchased a bread knife, and it has become an essential tool in my kitchen. The serrated blade effortlessly slices through various types of bread, providing clean and even cuts. The ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip, making it easy to maneuver. It’s a reliable and efficient addition to my kitchen arsenal, highly recommended for anyone who loves fresh, perfectly sliced bread.” —Mykayla Stump Get it from Amazon for $19.99. Promising reviews: “I absolutely love this product. Now I’m able to light candles where the candle wax has melted down, and it’s hard to reach inside the jar. I also love the fact that you charge this with a USB cable, and the charge lasts for a long time. It has indicator lights to let you know how much of a charge is remaining. I’ve only had to charge it once since I purchased it. I Very durable and a great value for the price. I definitely recommend this.” —Cassandra S. “Another product I got from TikTok. It’s a necessity. No more struggling and almost burning yourself. Stays charged for days. A week at most if you use it frequently.” —NijadaGet it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in nine colors and two packs). Check out a TikTok of the rectangular Lazy Susan in action. Promising review: “Wow! I love this turntable organizer! I can fit so many items on it, and because of that, I now have so much more space on the door shelves. With this organizer, I will have easy access to all of those extra items that just don’t have their own space. Now they do have a place to go! I would highly recommend this product to everyone who wants to feel more organized and doesn’t want to lose items in their fridge.” —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.99. Live Tinted is a small woman-owned business founded by entrepreneur Deepica Mutyala that specializes in clean, vegan, cruelty-free beauty products for al skin tones. Promising review: “Almost the only makeup you’ll need. I was on vacation in Vietnam and Cambodia for almost a month. Besides mascara, this is all l needed for lips, cheeks and eyelids. The product goes on smoothly, stays pretty well and is so easy to use and go. It is something I will continue to use daily. It makes a big difference, brightening your whole face. It helps make you look like you put forth an effort and care how you look. My favorite color is True.” —jeanette p. Get it from Amazon for $26 (available in five shades).Promising review: “I love this toaster! It has all the options I need: lifter, countdown timer, visual icon of the toast colors, and all the toast varieties anyone could want, from white to grain to bagel to waffle to English muffin to gluten-free. It not only has reheat and defrost options, you can even add more toasting time, too. Truly, it has all the bells and whistles anyone could want and is easy to use.” —Tanya Feddern-BekcanGet it from Amazon for $52.99+ (available in four colors). Promising review: “I have recently gotten more and more purses and needed a way to organize them better and this was a great solution. It is easy to take purses on and off, and it looks cute in my closet too. The hanger is very sturdy, and it is lightweight when empty. I like that I can see all my purses in one place, and the hanger will turn a little as well so you can easily grab which one you want. It added great organization and better functionality to my closet.” —Emma StokesGet a two-pack from Amazon for $13.99 (available in four colors and multipacks). Promising review: “I kept seeing this product on social media and finally decided to give it a try. I use this twice daily, and it’s been a couple of weeks, and I definitely noticed my pores have shrunk. I even apply it to my neck and chest area. Product is soothing, gentle on my skin (have extremely sensitive skin), no strong smell, cottons are soft, and did not cause any breakouts! It’s great for the value, and I’ll definitely be repurchasing these.” —Ee ElGet a pack of 70 from Amazon for $17.90 (available in four other styles). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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