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55 Weird & Slightly Embarrassing Things That Are Actually Life-Changing

Clever (if slightly strange) fixes for all the annoying problems in life.

Written by Veronika Kero and Jenny White
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Trust me: We all experience slightly embarrassing or weird issues from time to time. It’s just part of being a human. But you don’t have to scour the Internet to find a fix — all of the strange products you see here will help you tackle a problem you’re facing — they’re low-key life-changing.

1A Hand Mask That Makes Skin So Smooth & Soft

Dry, flaky hands? This pair of hand masks boasts oats and shea butter for repair — they’ll leave your skin smooth and oh-so soft. To use, slide your hands into the glove-like masks and fasten the straps. Wear them for 10 minutes for peak results.

2An Odd Pillow That’s Shockingly Comfy

Despite looking quite odd, this neck pillow is an actual dream to sleep on. It combines a butterfly-like curve and a hollow center to naturally align your spine — whether you’re a side sleeper, back sleeper, or a combo. It’s made from memory foam that’s designed for breathability.

3Earring Support Patches To Conceal Stretched Piercings

Torn or stretched piercings can be instantly fixed with one of these support patches that are backed by a 4.6-star rating overall on the site. Simply place one of the patches (120 come in the set to last a while) on the back of your ear, then insert the earring as usual.

4Absorbent Wrist Towels So Water Doesn’t Run Down Your Arms

Water running down your arms as you wash your face is so annoying. These wrist towels are a no-brainer fix — and for less than $10, mind you. The high-density microfiber material sucks up the liquid. Three pairs come included.

5Curved Liners That Make Bras Far More Comfortable

Made from a bamboo viscose and cotton blend, these bra liners make any bra way more comfortable, particularly those wired ones that always dig into the skin. They sit under the band, wick away sweat, and boast a curved shape. Three come in a pack, and they’re machine washable as needed.

6A Nail Concealer That Acts Like An Instant Filter

Discoloration and other damage to your nails can be covered up with this nail concealer. It acts like an instant filter, giving you a bright, milky mani — all from the comfort of home. Bonus points: The product features vitamins and extracts to strengthen and smooth the area.

7Weirdly Satisfying Foot Peel Masks That Actually Work

Okay, hear me out: Yes, these foot masks are kind of gross — about a week after using them, your skin will totally peel off — however, the results are unbeatable. They’ll leave your skin smooth and baby-soft, like you got a processional pedicure. Two pairs come included.

8An Ingrown Nail Clipper That Makes At-Home Pedicures A Lot Simpler

You’ll end up with professional-looking results after using this ingrown nail clipper. Its curved blade fits perfectly into corners and allows you to easily create the perfect shape. It even has a built-in file to keep nails smooth.

9A Zipper Pull To Get You Out The Door Faster

You will never again be late because of a fussy or hard-to-reach zipper on the back of your dress and it's all thanks to this zipper pull. It’s over 25 inches long, making it a breeze to tug. And since it’s made of a cotton blend, it won’t slip out of your hands.

10A Keyhole Light That’s So Handy

You’re not the only one who’s ever fumbled around at their front door at night. To save yourself some time and frustration, just adhere this keyhole light above your lock. The LED bulb is motion activated to make things even easier.

11Clear Ring Sizers To Stop Your Jewelry From Spinning

Skip the jeweler and use these ring adjusters to make a too-big piece actually fit; this way, it’ll stop spinning around on your finger. They’re clear (so they’re hardly visible), and a dozen come in the set for your whole collection.

12Exfoliating Soap-Saving Bags So You Stop Dropping The Bar

Not only do these soap bags stop you from constantly dropping the slippery bar as you clean your body, but they also offer exfoliation for your skin. Plus, you can put even the smallest pieces of soap in it, rather than tossing them. The pair features fabric loops for holding or hanging.

13Heel Socks That Leave Your Skin Baby-Smooth

Getting rid of cracks is as simple as slipping into these heel socks. The soft pair has an inner lining that’s infused with vitamin E, jojoba, and olive oil. This combination is what repairs and soothes skin as you wear them while you sleep. Two pairs come in the set.

14An Endoscope Camera To Help You Make Repairs

Whether you’re trying to figure out what’s happening underneath your car’s hood or inside your dishwasher, this semi-rigid endoscope camera can help. It’s waterproof and over 16 feet long so you can send it basically anywhere. Connect it right to your phone so you can immediately watch the video and figure out what’s wrong.

15A Lip Exfoliator That Locks In Moisture

This lip exfoliator doesn’t just get rid of dry skin. It actually locks in moisture (thanks to the jojoba oil and shea butter that it’s infused with), making the results long-lasting. It has a coconut scent that you’ll enjoy, too.

16Rosemary Shampoo To Help Promote Hair Growth

Kick off your hair growth journey with this rosemary shampoo. Its main ingredient, in addition to tea tree oil and mint, will thoroughly cleanse, strengthen, and add shine. “It's been two months and I keep seeing progress on my hairline,” wrote one fan.

17Nipple Covers That Offer Coverage In Any Top

With these virtually invisible reusable nipple covers on, you can get some coverage in just about any backless or low-cut top. They won’t create any weird lines and will even stay on after you sweat. They come in various colors and a few size ranges in the listing.

18A Silly-Looking Pillow That Your Coworkers Will Envy

Will your coworkers make fun of you for having this seat cushion on your office chair? Possibly. But as soon as they sit on it, they’ll likely order one for themselves — the memory foam material, thick design, and contoured shape offer comfort to the max.

19A Portable Bidet That Will Make You Feel Squeaky-Clean

No batteries or wires are needed to use this portable bidet. Just fill it with water and give it a squeeze. It provides enough pressure for a better cleanse so you can leave the bathroom feeling clean without using an excessive amount of toilet paper. It’s light and small enough for travel, too.

20Silicone Ear Clips That Keep Your Glasses From Falling Off

Exercising or rocking out to your favorite song won’t send your glasses flying anymore — at least not when you have these silicone ear clips attached to them. The nonslip pieces increase comfort and stability so you don’t have to constantly adjust them throughout the day. Twenty pairs come included — in both black and clear colors.

21Flushable Wipes That Are Perfect For Travel

These flushable wipes come in packs that are the size of a credit card, making packing them on every trip or putting them in your work bag a must. Each of the eight packs contains six hypoallergenic wipes that are made with aloe to soothe your skin.

22An After-Shave Mist That Prevents Ingrown Hairs

Imagine never again dealing with an ingrown hair or razor bump. To make that dream come true, all you need is this after-shave mist. The hypoallergenic formula is made with cucumber extract, lavender, and other plant-based ingredients that deeply moisturize.

23A Glycolic Acid Mask That Elimintates Body Acne

This body acne mask can be applied anywhere from your face to your butt so that acne (no matter its location) can be taken care of. It gently exfoliates and clarifies the skin with a blend of glycolic, malic, and azelaic acids. It works fast — it only has to be left on for up to three minutes.

24A Toilet Light That’ll Keep You From Stubbing Your Toes

It won’t feel like as much of a mission to get to the bathroom in the middle of the night once you hang this toilet light from your bowl. Once you get near, it will automatically turn on so you can see exactly where you’re going without turning on the harsh overhead lighting. It has 16 color options and five brightness levels to choose from.

25A Foot Scrubber With Spa-Day Vibes

The suction cups that cover the back of this foot scrubber will keep it perfectly in place in your tub. Use it to exfoliate and thoroughly wash your feet — even between your toes — while giving yourself a relaxing massage.

26Travel Toothbrushes That Also Act As Flosses & Picks

Not-so-fresh breath on the road? These travel toothbrushes are prepasted so you don’t have to deal with any messy tubes — and you don’t even need any water to brush properly. They’re also double-ended and have both a floss and a pick (whch you reveal by pulling out the floss end). Your order comes with 24 of them.

27A Magnetic Remote Control Holder That Will Keep You From Losing Things

You’ll be less likely to lose your TV remotes underneath the couch cushions once you bring these four magnetic remote control holders into your life. They make it easy to keep each one in a convenient spot. You can also use them to hide the accessories behind the TV itself, reducing clutter.

28A Memory Foam Knee Pillow That Side Sleepers Will Love

Reach for this memory foam knee pillow with an adjustable strap the next time you’re in need of a good night’s sleep. By aligning your spine and relieving pressure on your joints, it can majorly up your comfort while sleeping on your side. It also comes with two pairs of earplugs so you can completely block out any annoying noise.

29Water Bottle Cleaning Tablets That Work In Just 15 Minutes

Scrubbing your tumblers isn’t easy to do and that’s exactly why you need these self-dissolving water bottle cleaning tablets in your life. Drop one in and in just 15 minutes, all odor, stains, and residue will be removed.

30A Fabric Shaver That Revives Well-Loved Clothing

Instead of shopping for new sweaters and scarves, revive the ones you already have with this rechargeable fabric shaver. It will quickly remove lint and pilling so that the fabric is as smooth as the day you brought the piece home. At under $10, it can’t be beat.

31A Folding Sink Cover That Creates More Counter Space

To comfortably spread out all your makeup, skincare, and hair products, unfold this sink cover and put it to work. It will temporarily give you way more counter space and can even be used as a place to put down your hot tools since it’s heat resistant (up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit).

32A Stain Cleaner Gel That You Can Use All Over The House

Use this stain cleaner gel on everything from your washing machine to your tile grout lines. It will remove mold stains and brighten the entire area so that it looks as good as new. Simply apply it, let it sit five hours, then wipe it away — no scrubbing necessary.

33Grocery Bag Holders That Help You Avoid Multiple Trips To The Car

Bring home all your shopping bags in one go with the help of these two grocery bag holders. Each of the handles is strong enough to support 100 pounds to prevent multiple trips to your car.

34An Electric Makeup Brush Cleaner That Does The Work For You

Cleaning your tools will go way faster with this electric makeup brush cleaner. The handy spinner speeds up the entire process and effectively removes buildup in the included bowl. It can also be used to dry each brush in just seconds.

35A Gentle Yet Effective Glass Foot File That Works Fast

You won’t have to work too hard or for too long when using this glass foot file. Its large surface effortlessly removes rough patches and calluses so you’re always vacation-ready. It doesn’t leave behind any scratches or irritation and upkeep simply requires giving it a good rinse when you’re done.

36A Stainless Steel Hair Catcher That Prevents Clogs

One of the best ways to prevent a costly repair bill is by popping this highly rated hair catcher into your shower. Every strand will end up neatly wrapped around the stainless steel cylinder to keep them from causing clogs. It’s super easy to wipe clean.

37The Handiest Car Tissues That Actually Look Nice

In addition to their convenient shape and size, these car tissues have a great marble-print design that’ll upgrade your car’s interior. Each of the eight cylinders holds 50 sheets.

38A Migraine-Relief Cap That Can Be Used Hot & Cold

No matter how long your night was, this migraine-relief cap will make you feel like you got some rest. You can place it in the freezer or microwave and to soothe aches. You can also pull it down all the way to block out light.

39Cleaning Putty That Picks Up Dust & Crumbs From Tight Spaces

This cleaning putty is made for all those tight spaces that you can’t typically dust — in your car, your office, and beyond. Every crumb and piece of lint will be trapped and removed on the first try. And to make it even better, it can be reused. Two jars of putty come with your order.

40Cut-Resistant Gloves To Stay Safe As You DIY & Cook

Don’t start your next project without slipping into these cut-resistant gloves. They’re four times tougher than leather and are reinforced on three fingers for even more protection and comfort. They’ll also come in handy when working in the kitchen — they’re safe to use on food and are machine washable.

41Pimple Patches That Help Your Skin Heal

To reduce irritation and redness, just pop on one of these 24 pimple patches. They’ll create a protective barrier to keep you from picking at any acne and, at the same time, will pull out gunk with their hydrocolloid material.

42Colorful Gel Pens That Can Be Erased

You can give away beautiful cards and create detailed drawings with these gel pens that are more forgiving than they may seem. Their ink can be erased so you always have a chance to make corrections as you go. This pack comes with five different colors.

43An Electric Cleaning Brush That Lets You Skip Scrubbing

Since this electric scrubber comes with an extendable handle, there won’t be any high corners that you won’t be able to reach in your home. It also comes with seven different types of heads so you can tackle grime on every surface. It has two cleaning speeds and can run for 90 minutes on a full charge.

44A Hooded Pillow That Helps You Sleep On Travel Days

Shutting out your surroundings — even when on a completely full plane — is easy with this travel pillow that has an extra-large hood attached. You can cover your eyes, shut out noise with the earplugs that come included, and catch some shut-eye by leaning on the memory foam neck section.

45A Bracelet Helper Tool That’s So Clever

You don’t need to wait around for anyone to help you with your finishing touches when you have this bracelet helper tool. At over 6 inches long, it makes it easy to put on your bracelets and watches by yourself. The rubber-coated end offers a great grip that won’t damage your pieces.

46Microwaveable Bowl Huggers To Keep Your Hands Safe

Yes, these microwaveable bowl huggers really can go in with your food. This makes it a lot easier to take it out after the time is up. Your hands will be protected from both burning hot and freezing surfaces. And the pair can also be used as pot holders afterward.

47A Scalp Massager That Works Wet & Dry

Whether used on dry or wet hair, this scalp massager can help increase blood circulation to promote hair growth. It can also help loosen and remove buildup when used with shampoo.

48Steam Eye Masks That Are So Relaxing

Soothe dry eyes and help yourself relax before bed (or even on a plane) with these steam eye masks. The compress self-heats when opened (and the 20 masks are all individually wrapped) to calm the delicate area and even replenish moisture. Each one will last for about 30 minutes. They have a delicate green tea scent and lots of other options, including unscented, can be found in the listing.

49Headrest Hooks To Tidy Up Your Car

For under $7, you can add four of these headrest hooks to your Amazon cart. Considering the fact that each one is strong enough to hold up to 55 pounds, that’s a steal. Use them to neatly hang your groceries, purses, and jackets so that your backseat is finally tidy.

50Sunglasses Holders With Magnetic Closure

You’ll only need one hand to attach or remove a pair from these two sunglasses holders since they have a magnetic closure. Clip them onto your car visors to keep your favorite pairs handy.

51Cleverly Designed Sandals That Keep Your Pedi Smudge-Free

Is there anything as frustrating as messing up your fresh pedicure just seconds after walking away? These pedicure sandals will prevent that. They’ll keep your toes comfortably separated. They can be worn around your home or running errands, and they’re available in four sizes and lots of colors in the listing.

52An Ear Piercing Pillow That Makes Side Sleeping More Comfy

If you are a side sleeper, this ear piercing pillow will be your saving grace. The opening in the center allows your piercings to breathe so no irritation occurs throughout the night. Since you won’t be putting any pressure on the jewelry, you’ll be able to get a restful night’s sleep.

53A Car Cup Holder Expander That Holds Large Water Bottles

You don’t have to complete a balancing act when bringing your 40-ounce tumbler with you on a busy day. This car cupholder expander creates the space for it so it can sit steadily as you drive. In fact, it’s made with thick rubber pads at the base to prevent any rattling.

54A Mailbox Light That’s Motion Activated

Trying to grab your packages and letters in the dark is a hassle. Luckily, this mailbox light has a motion-activated LED bulb that’ll let you see exactly what you’re reaching for. And installation is a breeze since it’s magnetic and comes with double-sided tape for nonmetal boxes.

55An Ergonomic Mouse That’s More Comfortable To Use

Sitting at a desk all day can put strain on your body but this ergonomic mouse will help combat some of it. By letting your wrist and hand rest in a natural state, it may help reduce muscle pain so you can work much more comfortably.