50 Genius Amazon Buys That Make Every Day Life Easier

I'll admit, when I'm shampooing, I'll wipe the loose hairs I pull out on the shower wall and forget, then eventually they end up in the drain. This handy shower hair catcher takes care of the stray strands and keeps them from creating clogs that require professional help. The flexible, durable silicone is great at grabbing hair but releases it easily for fast clean-up.

Tonymoly's Tako remains an enduring favorite of Korean beauty product enthusiasts. This little black octopus packs serious blackhead fighting power: a blend of marine plant extracts, black mud, and charcoal combine into a scrubber that exfoliates your skin while extracting blackheads, sebum, and other pore-clogging impurities. Plus, it's just doggone cute.

You've prepped and mixed the cupcake batter, and now it's time to pour them into their holders. But you know there will most likely be a mess or some uneven cupcake batter distribution. Not to worry! This Cupcake Scoop by Tovolo is a spatula and scooper in one tool. Simply scoop your desired cupcake batter, then move the slider on the handle to pour it into each holder. This kitchen tool minimizes the mess from the mixing bowl to the cupcake baking pan.

Have you seen the videos of people using these Octocurl curlers to get amazing spiral curls? They work without using heat so they'll never damage hair no matter how often you style with them. The all-fabric Octocurl secures around your forehead, and gives you the option to style anything from tight spirals, to loose, beachy waves.

Pet odors are the worst, especially when you can't find the source! But with this bundle, all you have to do is shine the UV flashlight around to find the culprit, then zap it with highly-effective Angry Orange pet odor eliminator. It took a while to potty train our puppy, and this was the best cleaner we found for the job.

This meat mashing tool is great. It uses an angled fin at the end of the masher to break up meat and scrape the edge of the pan like a spatula. The gadget is so much easier to use than a wooden spoon, which can harbor harmful bacteria, since it's easy to clean, non-porous plastic. You can even use it to mash potatoes or stir batter, too!

Lux Decor's microfiber sheets are luxurious, soft and most importantly - they don't break the bank. Trust us, as we have vetted and tried these out ourselves. The king sheet set is made of 1800 thread count microfiber and has a deep pocket fit, to wrap easily around your mattress, which makes laundry day much easier.

I never leave home without something to drink, but that's not always convenient. This flat water bottle has been designed for purses and bags with its minimalistic design. Choose from several sizes.

Hand washing dishes can be a pain. This soap dispenser that also functions as a sponge holder makes it so much easier and way less messy. Just fill it with soap and keep it next to your sink for the next time you're cleaning up. It's also super easy to fill and holds 12.5 ounces at a time.

These Fluffy Puffin towels are unlike any other bathroom hand towel. They’re squishy and soft add an extra flair to your bathroom. They dry your hands so much faster than a regular hand towel, and look better hanging on your hooks!

Trying to store cutlery in a small space is tough, but Joseph Joseph's genius Drawer Store makes it a breeze. It fits nicely into even small drawers and holds up to 48 pieces of silverware. The stacked design creates more room in your drawer to fit even more stuff, and it's incredibly easy to wash. Joseph Joseph makes some of my favorite kitchen gadgets, including knife blocks that fit in your drawer.

Fogged up windshields and side mirrors are more than just an annoyance, they're dangerous for visibility when driving. Nix yours with this $5 window defogging sponge that works so much better than your jacket sleeve. It's also great for general cleaning of your windshield, I know for certain mine is filthy most of the time, so I'm really looking forward to getting this package delivered!

Whether you get some occasional dandruff or you just love the feeling of scalp massages, this is the for you. The silicone brush has soft bristles that feel amazing while stimulating blood flow, encouraging hair growth, and cleansing your scalp. You can use it either wet or dry, and its high-quality, BPA-free materials will leave your head and hair feeling incredible.

I can see why this mirrored LED alarm clock is so popular on TikTok. Its futuristic good looks and sleek style look great on your bedside table, and the large numbers are easy to read even from across the room. A thoughtful touch is the three-level brightness setting in case you don't like too much light while you're trying to sleep.

Keep track of your steps and stay motivated to reach your fitness goals with this pedometer. The large, easy-to-read display and simple one-button design make it perfect for seniors, and you can choose between carrying it in your pocket, clipping it to your hip, attaching it to your shoelaces, or hooking it onto a purse or backpack.

My coworker Allison has this to say about the Circadian Optics therapy lamp "Living in the Pacific Northwest, this is the time of the year is tough because it is gray most of the time, and it definitely affects my energy level and sleep cycle. I was hoping this could help, and I definitely notice a difference. I have been using it for about 30-60 minutes a day next to my computer while I work. I notice that my energy level is better throughout the day and I'm sleeping better at night as well."

I love this scratch-off travel map that lets you keep track of where you've been and dream about where you plan to go. It's great for anyone that loves to travel, but I especially love it for kids because it makes geography fun! This one also includes flags from all countries for extra learning opportunities.

I feel like everyone should automatically get this anti-aging retinol cream on a certain birthday. I recently started using it, and have noticed a huge difference in my fine lines and dark circles. The customer before and afters are pretty fun to see, too!

A few years ago I made the switch from sleeping exclusively on cotton and linen pillowcases to silk. It has made a world of difference for my skin and hair health, especially as someone with fine curly hair. This satin pillowcase is my go-to from Amazon. I find myself purchasing these a couple times a year - no only for myself but for friends and family too.

Don't let a BHD get you down. Manage to look put together and stylish, even though it only took you five seconds to get ready with this ponytail baseball cap. It comes in eight pigment-washed options for the perfect casual look that'll go with all your at leisure.

After typing and mousing professionally for over 20 years, it's finally caught up to me. I thought I had arthritis, but it's just trigger finger which is definitely not as fun as it sounds. Oh, and my hands are freezing year round. The one thing that combats all those adventures in aging is this cordless hand massager that offers gentle compression and heat to soothe achy joints. Reviewers say it's helped a ton witih mobility and comfort, as well as being so relaxing they use it daily!

This Shark WANDVAC cordless hand vac really sucks, which is exactly what you want in a vacuum. It's feather-light, compact, and bagless for maneuverability and convenience - my favorite part by far is the included Multi-Surface Pet Tool and Duster Crevice Tool for fur, cars, corners, and yes, crevices. Oh, and the one-button debris emptying feature. This ain't your grandma's clunky old model - the supersleek, modern charging base isn't an eyesore and the sage green color is so pretty.

If you haven't used a butter crock before, then you're in for a real treat. This is the one I have sitting on my kitchen counter daily. I'll explain. This butter crock holds butter in one side, while allowing space for water to reside in the other container. It helps to keep your butter soft and fresh for you to use as you please.

We've all dealt with fruit fly outbreaks at one time or another, and old-school juice-based traps can only catch so many. Enter the Katchy indoor insect trap a custom-designed appliance that'll catch (and kill) as many annoying little insects in your house as possible. First, it outputs a UV light that attracts the bugs, then sucks them with its internal fan, and traps them in its replaceable sticky traps. Oh, and it looks good doing it, boasting a subtle design look that could pass for a kitchen appliance.

The kids always seem to need papers stapled together, but we always run out of staples and I forget to buy more. This staple-free stapler is so smart because, duh, it doesn't use staples! It simply holds up to 5 pieces of paper together with a nifty special punch and saves you from buying more office supplies!

Look, life gets busy and sometimes you gotta eat a meal in the car. This cup holder tray makes it so much more convenient because it easily holds all your food without the mess. And when it's not in use as a dinner tray, it holds all your stuff like devices, lip balm, spare change and more while still letting you use the cup holder for your drink.

Another favorite in the LTK offices: "As a perenially itchy person, I've spent years in search of a decent back scratcher, and every one I've tried has paled in comparison to the Cactus Scratcher. It's perfect. A two-sided plastic head features different levels of spikes for different levels of itching, and the telescoping pole is robust enough for some serious scratching sessions. Add to all that the price point, and it's a must-have for anyone who loves being scratched."

Do you have too many items on your nightstand? Free up some real estate with this night light that also works as a charger, Bluetooth speaker, lamp, and phone holder. The light has four brightness levels that go from bright to dim with just a touch. Its sleek and modern design is also sure to fit in almost any space.

It's the mascara that almost broke the Internet - this Lash Princess mascara has over 213,000 glowing reviews right now. It seriously makes it look like you're wearing false lashes thanks to the special wand that creates so much volume, the before and after reviewer pics will amaze you! The cruelty-free mascara lasts all day so you can be confident it won't smudge, smear, fade, or flake on you.

A trivet is one of those kitchen items you don't really think about until you need it -- and when you need it, you really need it. Joseph Joseph's recently released my favorite entry into the trivet world with their nesting Spot-On silicone trivets. Not only do they look great (and, I imagine, are very satisfying to nest and pull apart, over and over again), but they're also heat resistant to almost 500 degrees F, and completely dishwasher safe. And you'll pay less than $10 altogether for the pair.

Constantly losing your keys? Same. But these light switch key hangers have made such a difference, because I always know exactly where they are so I can get out the door without a frantic search!

These KAI Europe Kershaw universal nail clippers make clipping even the thickest nails a breeze thanks to the ergonomic design and super sharp blade. They're perfect for hard-to-cut toenails because it gives you just the right angle to see exactly what you're doing. Great for those with bad backs or are pregnant (or both!) or anyone that wants an easier nail care experience.

I own a set of the Beckham hotel pillows and I love them - along with the other 180,000 reviewers. They're the perfect blend of squishy-yet-supportive, filled with a cooling gel down alternative that gives them that heft you get with fine, high-end pillows. At less than $20 per pillow (and often on sale for up to 40% off) they're a complete steal.

I like to steer clear of single-use kitchen gadgets, so Joseph Joseph's clever 5-in-1 Uni-Tool is a major winner in my book. Constructed from heat-resitant nylon, the Uni-Tool packs a slotted spoon, solid spoon, spatula, turner, and cutting tool into one compact, sub-$10 package. It's a certified winner with nearly 5 stars and 5,000+ reviewers.

Keep your pens, highlighters, and ruler organized with this acrylic desk organizer. Not only does it securely hold writing utensils, scissors, sticky notes, and clips, but it comes in five excellent color options, including lavender, blue, black, clear, and pink.

I'm pretty much an athleisure connoisseur at this point since it's all I wear, and I'd rate these best-selling leggings a perfect 10. The flattering high waist smooths and holds you in, and the "peach skin" fabric is beyond comfortable. With over 70,000 glowing reviews and 25 colors to choose from, you know these are going to quickly become your fave leggings.

I can't tell you how obsessed I am with this cup rinser that makes dirty jobs easy peasy lemon squeezy. The high pressure water flow quickly cleans out smoothie cups with stuck on debris, latte cups, baby bottles, big water bottles, cocktail glasses, mason jars, whatever you got! And it's engineered to let the water drain out at just the right angle. Installation takes seconds and it's such an upgrade!

If you're tired of letting your sponge sit in its own moisture (ew) for hours and even days on end, this sponge holder is the "why didn't I think of that?" solution. Keep your sponge standing upright to allow all of the water to seep through it to a handy little cup that you can throw in the dishwasher whenever you need to.

Whether you're a student or working, highlighters are something everyone needs and this Mr. Pen set has every highlighter you could need. The uniquely sleek highlighter pens are perfect for both highlighting as well as writing. This set of 16 pieces comes with eight pastel colors and eight vibrant colors, all with a no-bleed formula that won't smear. What's so unique about these highlighter pens is that they can actually be sharpened for a finer tip!

I have a hard time remembering to take my pills. I've got AM pills and PM pills and I've got quite a few and it can just be too much to remember, but keeping them in this adorable pill container helps me remember and makes it easy to pack them away for trips.

Did you know there's a subreddit where people post videos of popping zits and cleaning their ears? It's both horrifying and fascinating, and the tool that's gotten super popular over there is this. Regardless of the entertainment value, I like that it lets you see exactly what you're doing when deep cleaning your sensitive ears.

More than 3,000 reviewers sing the praises of Chill Bill, this cute penguin that doubles as a fridge deodorizer. Just fill him with baking soda and set him loose in your fridge or freezer. He won't take up much space, but he will absorb all errant odors. He's even dishwasher safe for easy cleaning between fill-ups!

He's called Al Dente, and he's singing for your supper. Just toss this little 1920s Chicago-style gangster in with your pasta, and he'll belt out a song when your noodles have reached perfect done-ness. He's got a four-song repertoire, depending on your noodles (from Ange Hair to Fusilli, That's Amore to the Godfather Theme). Stop burning your fingers trying to test steaming-hot noodles, and let Al Dente do the work for you.

I let my kids have way too much screen time while I'm working, but I think I found a new way to keep them busy for hours with nary an electronic in sight. This smart wooden puzzle is like an escape room in a box, with 72 laser-cut birch wood parts and can be used with one or two players! When they're done, it can be reassembled to play over and over again.

Never let a work meeting or morning chores keep you from enjoying a warm cup of joe again. This coffee warmer will keep your java warm for up to four hours - and it automatically shuts off, so you don't have to worry about forgetting! Choose from three temperature settings, and take a moment to savor the day.

With almost 205,000 reviews, this car vacuum cleaner is the top of the heap of car-friendly vacuums on Amazon. Equipped with a 106 watt motor that's powered by your car's lighter, this compact vacuum can take care of any crumbs, dirt, or spills, while its purpose-built detailing kit accessories can clean every nook, cranny, and crevice around your car. Say bye-bye to that withered french fry in the abyss between your seat and center console!

For anyone who loves the bold flavor of French press coffee, but hates the cleanup (and the wait), I present the JoGo. Invented by two nature guides who wanted access to high-quality coffee everywhere, this clever straw filters your coffee or loose-leaf tea as you drink it, making it perfect for delicious brews on the go, without the need for - or mess of - a press. The stainless steel JoGo disassembles for easy cleaning, and works just as well as a non-disposable metal straw. I recently got my hands on a sample JoGo, and it's legitimately awesome. Beautifully made, works perfectly, and incredibly easy to clean.

Don't spend tons at the dentist's office to get whiter teeth - do it yourself in the comfort of your home with this affordable teeth whitening kit. It has everything you need for a brighter smile, from the peroxide solution to the whitening trays with fast-acting LED lights. Best of all, all ingredients are organic, vegan, and 100% enamel-safe. The before and after pics from 8,000+ happy reviewers are unbelievable!

Ok, this may be getting too personal, but you know how regular toilet paper doesn't really get you clean, but your plumber's sick of getting calls about flushable wipes clogging your toilet? This toilet paper foam creates instant flushable wipes that are actually pipe-friendly and get you so fresh & so clean. It has witch hazel and aloe to cleanse and soothe, plus comes in a sensitive skin version too for us delicate types.

Maybe I listen to too many true crime podcasts, but whenever I travel solo for business, I make sure to pack this Add-a-lock portable door lock. It couldn't be easier to use and provides an extra layer of security that gives me more peace of mind than a chair shoved under the doorknob. Also great for Airbnbs where you find out the property owner's a bit sketch.

Cold butter is the worst to spread since it tears up your bread and stays in clumps. Always have soft, spreadable butter on hand with this cute Butter Bell® Crock. It's super low-maintenance, too, just fill with water to the marked line, changing it every three days to keep unrefrigerated butter fresh for a month!

Things are so much easier when you can just tell Alexa to do them. Now you can have her help all over the house with these smart plugs! Tell her to turn on the coffee maker, turn off the lights, or schedule appliances, fans, and lights to turn off automatically, which you can control from anywhere via the app.

I love this milk frother for making barista-level drinks in the comfort of my home but it has another purpose, too! I use it to make warm, foamy milk for my kids and they think it's the most amazing thing. They get a calcium boost and I get to have fun whipping up drinks - everyone wins!

One of the easiest ways to extend the life of your mattress or make it loads more comfortable is this memory foam mattress topper. It molds to custom fit your body to "hug you to sleep". And don't worry about overheating - it's infused with gel beads that capture and dissipate heat to regulate your temperature!

Finally, there is an easy solution to fitting your oversized beverage container in your car. If you own a large water bottle or to-go cup, this expander will enhance your daily drive. It fits securely into your car's existing cup holder, allowing you to carry larger drink containers ranging from 16 to 40 ounces.

These fuzzy towel balls will blow your mind. While standard hand towels often look (and smell) messy if not clean, dry, and hanging on a towel rack, towel balls are an ideal alternative. Use them in your kitchen to prevent paper towel waste, or in your bathroom to replace your hand towel after washing your hands.