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55 Weird Things You Didn't Know About That Make You Look Hotter In Under 5 Minutes

Calling all glow-getters.

by Maria Cassano
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Sometimes, the best innovations aren’t high-tech gadgets or expensive treatments; they’re bizarre little products you didn’t even know existed and can use at the comfort of your own home. That’s especially true when it comes to your self-care and glow-up routines. In other words, you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars and hours of your life at the salon or dropping hundreds at a boutique with these weird things make you look hotter in under five minutes. From manicure hacks to body jewelry that’ll make sure all eyes are on you, there’s something for you below.

1A Whitening Gel I Mix Directly Into My Toothpaste

I started using this whitening booster just three days ago, and my teeth already look a few shades brighter. Using a 9% hydrogen peroxide gel that you add to your toothpaste, it aims to remove stains and whiten your smile without causing irritation. Best of all, I don’t have to make extra time to use it, since it’s so easy to incorporate into my daily brushing routine.

2A Cascading Thigh Chain With Sparkly Rhinestones

Shorts, split skirts, and gowns look so much spicier with this thigh chain. The design features sparkly rhinestones on five cascading alloy chains, available in your choice of silver- or gold-tone finishes. Since it comes on a stretchy elastic band, it’s comfortable to wear and automatically adapts to the size of your leg.

  • Available styles: 4

3Grippy Hair-Thickening Fibers That Look So Real

The first time I saw this hair-thickening powder in action, I was shocked by how real it looked and how well it stayed. Available in a wide range of shades from white to black, the fibers cling onto existing follicles to fill in sparse patches, cover roots, and make hair appear thicker. It’s also wind- and sweat-resistant, but effortlessly washes out with shampoo.

  • Available styles: 19

4A Microwavable Steam Cap To Deep-Condition Your Hair

When microwaved, this thermal heat cap aims to deep-condition your hair with hydrating steam while you rest, and according to reviewers, it’s extra effective when combined with a hair mask. The elastic band comfortably fits most sizes and the microwavable design means it’s cord-free for portability — unlike sitting under a dryer.

5A Milky Neutral Polish That Nourishes Nails & Hides Imperfections

This illuminating nail concealer nourishes while it covers. It comes in three milky color options with a soft-focus shimmer, so your nails look neat and neutral. This multitasker is also infused with vitamin E for moisture, cucumber extract to soften cuticles, biotin to encourage new growth, and light reflectors to neutralize unwanted yellow tones.

  • Available styles: 3

6A Polish That Instantly Fixes Smudges

How many times in your life have you agonized over a manicure only to dent, nick, or smudge it a few minutes later? This blurring, instant fix formula smooths polish with a single brush stroke, so you don’t have to re-paint the entire nail. “This product is a game changer! It does a great job smoothing any small imperfections and has saved me so much time,” wrote one reviewer who said it’s “worth every penny.”

7Banana Clips For Creating Full, Voluminous Ponytails

Forget standard ponytails, because these banana clips give you a ton more volume by clasping your hair vertically, so it looks longer and fuller as it cascades down your back. They’re designed for all types of hair with a secure clasp and a grippy texture to keep your style in place all day long.

  • Available styles: 2

8A Freezable Eye Mask That’s A “Game Changer” For Puffiness & More

On the outside, this eye mask has two textures: silky satin that pampers your face, and skin-friendly cotton for a cozier feel. On the inside, it has a freezable gel pack that offers cold therapy to reduce puffiness, minimize tension, and soothe headaches and migraines. “It has been a game changer for me,” wrote one reviewer who said it works on “eye bags, headaches, and my insomnia.”

  • Available styles: 4

9A 360-Degree Mirror So You Can See All Angles

With three adjustable panels, this 360-degree mirror helps you see yourself from all angles (including the back) for makeup application or styling and cutting your own hair. It’s also USB-rechargeable for cordless light and made with anti-fog glass. And thanks to the attached hooks, it’s easy to secure to the backs of doors.

  • Available styles: 4

10A Floral Cut-Out Top That Looks So Chic

Add texture, depth, and visual interest to any outfit with this sleeveless lace top. Its floral cut-out design makes it easy to layer over a cami to create a chic blouse, or a lacy bra for something bolder. “This has quickly become my absolute favorite top,” wrote one reviewer who said, “it’s the definition of ‘throw on and go’ while still looking completely put together.”

  • Available sizes: Small — X-Large
  • Available styles: 11

11Peel-Off Liquid Latex Tape For A Clean, Crisp Manicure

Line your cuticles with this liquid latex tape before you start painting, stamping, or dipping. Then, when you’re done, peel it off for a professional-looking manicure without any mess — basically, painter’s tape for your nails. It’s designed to be nontoxic and skin friendly, plus it turns clear when it dries so you’ll know when to remove it.

  • Available styles: 8

12A Must-Have Applicator Set For Self-Tanner

If you apply your own self-tanner, this applicator kit is an easy way to level up your tool set. It comes with a tanning mitt that glides across skin without absorbing the product, a long double-handled strap for reaching your back, and a contoured brush with dense bristles for a streak-free application.

13A Shimmering Body Oil Made With Reflective Mica

“Smells so yummy and leaves skin looking flawless. I am obsessed,” one reviewer wrote about this shimmering body oil from Vaseline. Created for melanin-rich skin but suitable for all skin tones, it’s designed to deeply hydrate and nourish while leaving behind a golden, illuminating glow using ethically sourced mica particles.

14A Travel Brush With Hidden Storage That Comes With Hair Accessories

This travel brush has a hidden secret: The bottom slides out from the paddle, so you can stash hair accessories or even valuables like jewelry and cash. In addition to the brush itself (which has a combination of boars’ hair and nylon bristles), your order also comes with 30 different accessories, including hair ties, bobby pins, clips, and spiral scrunchies.

  • Available styles: 2

15Pheromone-Infused Perfume For An Irresistible Scent

Infused with pheromones from Italy, this pheromone perfume aims to interact with the pH of your skin to create a personalized scent. Wear it alone or layer it with your favorite perfume or cologne to give it a unique signature. One reviewer wrote, “[...] This oil has the perfect balance. First of all, the oil isn’t so thick [and] I love how a little bit goes a long way. So for the price of the bottle, I think you’re getting an awesome deal!”

16A Gold-Plated Body Chain That Makes A Splash

Make a stylish splash (at the beach or elsewhere) with this body chain that drapes across your neck and waist, connecting in the middle to highlight a bikini top or plunging neckline. It’s plated in 14-karat gold with satellite-style beads, and it’s hypoallergenic for sensitive skin. Thanks to the extender chain, you can adjust the length from 26.5 to 33 inches, too.

  • Available styles: 5

17A Skin-Brightening Scrub That Exfoliates With Volcanic Rock

Using volcanic pumice, kaolin clay, and vitamin B5, this Bliss Micro Magic scrub aims to buff away dead skin and cleanse oils and impurities from your pores before sealing in hydration. It’s earned an average 4.6-star overall rating from nearly 4,000 shoppers, one of whom wrote that their skin now feels “refreshed and glowing, like [they] just stepped out of a spa.”

18A Multitasking Blush Stick That’s So Easy To Apply

Whether you travel often or you prefer minimalist beauty routines at home, this On-The-Glow blush stick is so quick and easy to apply — and it does multiple things at once. Its balm-like texture reacts to the pH of your cheeks and lips to create a healthy-looking flush, while its aloe- and ginseng-enriched formula hydrates and nourishes your skin.

  • Available styles: 4

19Braided Hair Ties That Double As Bracelets

When your hair is down, these hair ties look like colorful, braided bracelets on your wrist. In your hair, they create a fun, layered look that’s even more functional than standard elastics. Reviewers love them because they’re flexible, durable, snag-resistant, and strong enough to secure thick and thin hair without slipping.

20A 12-Piece Makeup Brush Set For An Amazing Price

Skip the expensive name-brand cosmetic tools and opt for this comprehensive makeup brush set instead. “These brushes are amazing in all honesty, especially for the price!” one reviewer wrote. Each kit comes with two blending sponges and 10 brushes, all with dense, soft bristles to apply everything from liner and shadow to liquid foundation and blush.

  • Available styles: 3

21Hair Perfume That Doubles As A Leave-In Conditioner

Nourish damaged hair and smell incredible while doing it with this leave-in hair repair perfume. Unlike standard perfumes, this one skips the alcohol and instead contains vitamin B to combat frizz, reduce breakage, and leave hair soft and shiny. It comes in your choice of three scents: Citrus, Floral, and Oceanic Osmanthus.

  • Available styles: 3

22Silicone Coils That Ensure Your Rings Fit Securely

Whether you don’t want to splurge on a professional resizing or the width of your fingers fluctuates depending on the season, these ring size adjusters offer a fix that’s quick, easy, and affordable. The silicone coils wrap around the band for a subtle yet secure fit that prevents your ring from spinning or sliding off — and you can cut them to size as needed.

23A Healing Keratin Mask That Won’t Weigh Hair Down

According to one reviewer, this keratin hair mask “deeply nourishes and repairs my dry, damaged hair, leaving it soft, smooth, and shiny after just a few uses.” While it’s loaded with proteins, castor oil, keratin, and biotin, it won’t weigh hair down or leave it overly greasy. As a result, it’s designed for use on all types of hair, including thick, thin, curly, straight, and color-treated.

24A Rechargeable Electric Razor With 4 Interchangeable Heads

Remove unwanted hair virtually anywhere with this four-in-one electric razor. It’s rechargeable and waterproof for wet or dry use, and it comes with four interchangeable heads to model eyebrows, trim short hair, groom nose hair, and gently remove peach fuzz. It’s also easy to rinse clean and has an LED display that tells you when the power is running low.

25A Double-Sided Cuticle Pusher Made From Glass

Instead of wood, this cuticle pusher is made from Czech glass, so it’s durable, washable, reusable, and easy to sanitize. Its double-sided design features two tools: a flat edge for pushing and polishing cuticles, and a pointed tip for cleaning under nails and removing smudges.

  • Available styles: 8

26Long-Lasting Liquid Contour That Hydrates While It Sculpts

Lightweight and blendable yet long-lasting, this liquid contour makeup is skin care and a color-correcting contouring cream in one. It comes in six shades to match most skin tones, and its buildable color is infused with collagen, hyaluronic acid, and peptides for a hydrated, sculpted look. Since it comes in a twistable dispenser tube with a sponge applicator, it’s also easy to apply.

  • Available styles: 6

27A Best-Selling Self-Tanner Mousse That Won’t Leave You Looking Orange

This buildable self-tanner mousse is a number-one bestseller with over 32,000 five-star reviews because of its easy application and realistic, non-orange result. “This stuff is frickin awesome,” wrote one reviewer who said it looks like an expensive spray tan and doesn’t smell terrible. “Literally take my money.” It applies in just minutes and fully cures in an hour.

  • Available styles: 20

28Dead Sea Mineral Soap Designed For Ultra-Sensitive Skin

This is not your average soap. Instead of stripping your skin’s natural moisture barrier, Kenkoderm’s Dead Sea bar cleanses with mineral salt, nourishes with vitamin E and shea butter, and gently exfoliates with 3% salicylic acid. It’s also dermatologist-tested without artificial fragrances or dyes to care for sensitive skin and those with psoriasis, eczema, and rosacea.

29An Under-$15 Highlighter Shoppers Compare To Charlotte Tilbury

Reviewers have compared this e.l.f. Halo Glow liquid highlighter to an expensive, high-end formula from Charlotte Tilbury. The consensus? “This is leaps and bounds better!” one reviewer wrote. With hyaluronic acid and light-reflecting particles, it hydrates your skin while creating a pore-blurring glow, and you can wear it on its own, under makeup, as a highlighter, or mixed with your foundation.

  • Available styles: 15

30Styling Clips That Lift Your Roots To Create More Volume

If you’re looking to amp up hair height, these volume clips might just be the answer. Compatible with all types and thicknesses of hair, the interlocking teeth raise your roots or your bangs so you can lock the lift in place with a blow dryer. You can also comfortably sleep with them in thanks to their curved design.

  • Available styles: 2

31Strappy Lace Panties That Look Expensive, But Aren’t

Thanks to their strappy design and scalloped floral lace, these cheeky panties will look like they cost a lot more than you spent. According to reviewers, they’re also shockingly comfortable, which isn’t surprising given that they’re soft and stretchy with an elastic waistband that stays put and doesn’t roll.

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 17

32A Brightening Under-Eye Balm That’s Super Easy To Apply

This under-eye balm is about to become your new go-to for more awake-looking eyes. For one, it comes in stick form for convenient, mess-free application at home or on the go. For another, it has caffeine to soothe dark circles, hyaluronic acid to plump and hydrate, bakuchiol to boost collagen production, and retinol to reduce unwanted wrinkles.

  • Available styles: 5

33Cotton Pads That Are Durable, Shed-Free & Double-Sided

Like cotton balls, these cotton pads are disposable and compact so you can easily remove your makeup or apply toner. Unlike cotton balls, they’re made from a blend of viscose and cotton cellulose that’s woven into an ultra-soft yet super durable pad that won’t fall apart. They also have a smooth side for application and a textured side for exfoliation.

34A Callus-Removing Gel That “Works Wonders”

This extra-strength callus remover has earned over 41,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, with one reviewer noting: “This product is everything I expected it to be. [...] It worked WONDERS! Feet went from sharp to soft.” Plus, it’s incredibly simple to work into your routine. After letting the gel sit for about five minutes, rinse it off and scrape away the rough skin with a file or pumice stone to reveal baby-soft feet underneath.

  • Available styles: 5

35A Highly Rated Belt With Western Flair

Add western flair to any dress, skirt, jeans, or shorts with this best-selling cowgirl belt. It’s made from metal with concho-inspired discs and a hanging chain accent. It’s also length-adjustable and comes in four sizes to fit waists between 28 and 53 inches. It’s impressed plenty of reviewers, too, over 3,000 of whom have given it an overall 4.6-star rating.

  • Available styles: 23

36Silicone Shoulder Ties That Turn Any T-Shirt Into A Tank

Turn any T-shirt into a tank in seconds with ExerTies, which prevent tan lines, boost airflow, and keep sleeves out of your way while gardening or playing sports. They’re made from hypoallergenic, medical-grade silicone to prevent irritation and chafing, and their adjustable size is designed to fit both children and adults. Get them in your choice of black or clear.

  • Available styles: 2

37A Collapsible Diffuser That Fights Frizz & Fits Most Blow Dryers

The adjustable rotary mechanism on this hair diffuser gives it a universal design that fits virtually any blow dryer with nozzles between 1.5 and 3.22 inches in diameter. Its base also collapses for easier storage and travel, and its elongated prongs are designed to hold curls while evenly distributing heat for voluminous, frizz-free definition.

38An Eco-Friendly Scrub Bar That Exfoliates As It Hydrates

This body scrub bar has a combination of sugar granules and walnut shell bits to gently exfoliate dead skin and prevent ingrown hairs after shaving. It’s also pH-balanced for sensitive skin and has coconut oil for nourishing full-body moisture. Since it’s in bar form and comes in a cardboard box, it’s an eco-friendly alternative to plastic jars and bottles, too.

39A Gentle After-Shave Spray For Intimate Areas

Minimize irritation and ingrown hairs after hair removal with this intimate after-shave spray. It’s non-comedogenic and alcohol free, so it’s gentle enough for underarms and pubic areas — but its botanical extracts are still soothing, moisturizing, and protective. Since it comes out in a fine mist, it’s also mess free and easy to apply.

40A Plumping, Hydrating Gloss Stick That Comes In So Many Colors

Hydrate, highlight, and plump your lips in one easy step with this gloss stick. It has a honey-like texture that melts into your lips, moisturizing and nourishing them while creating the appearance of a bigger, bouncier pout. This gray shade goes on mostly sheer, but you can choose from 20 other tints if you prefer more color or shimmer.

  • Available styles: 21

41Daring Strappy Panties For An Incredible Price

Reviewers are thrilled with the quality of these bold open-gusset panties, which are made from stretchy floral lace with a V-shaped waistband and a strappy design. “If they were being sold at Victoria's Secret, they would probably be charging $30-$40 for a single pair,” wrote one reviewer who raved that they’re “really, really nice quality” for the price.

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 9

42A Hydrating Texture Spray For Beachy, Voluminous Waves

This touchable texture spray aims to achieve voluminous, beachy waves without feeling dry, heavy, or crunchy. Instead of salt or sticky gels, it uses hydrolyzed wheat protein for buildable body and glycerin for moisture. It’s also cruelty free and you can use it on both wet and dry hair.

43A Lingerie Set That’s Stylish Enough To Wear Out

Wear this two-piece set as lingerie or incorporate it into your going-out wardrobe as a sultry top. It includes a sheer, corset-style bodysuit with lace cups and adjustable straps, and a pullover crop-top shrug with bell sleeves. Both pieces are breathable, soft, and highly elastic for comfort, and the set comes in your choice of 12 colors.

  • Available styles: 12

44A Heat-Protective Keratin Serum For Smooth, Frizz-Free Hair

If you don’t have the time or money for a keratin treatment, this keratin serum is the next best thing. Over 8,700 reviewers gave it an overall 4.5-star rating because it repairs brittle strands with protein, functions as a protective thermal shield to prevent heat damage, and leaves hair feeling soft, silky, and frizz-free.

45A Stretchy Bodysuit That Has Reviewers Obsessed

“So obsessed I bought more colors,” one reviewer wrote about this square-neck bodysuit. Not only does it have a trendy neckline with thick straps that hide your bra, but it’s made from structured, buttery-soft fabric that stretches and clasps together between the legs, so it always stays tucked in.

  • Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 32

46Precision Brushes To Help You Neaten Up Your Manicure

If you don’t have the steadiest hand, these nail art clean-up brushes are easy to use and super convenient. Dip them into polish remover and use the rounded precision tip to clean around the edges of the nail bed for manicures and pedicures that look salon-professional. They also have caps for travel and metal handles to prevent damage.

  • Available styles: 10

47A Charcoal-Infused Primer For Smooth, Matte Skin

Since it’s infused with charcoal, this skin detox clarifying primer aims to mattify your complexion, absorb excess oil, remove residue from pores, and prep your skin for long-lasting makeup. After a few seconds, the dark tint disappears, leaving behind a smooth, clean palette that’s ready for foundation.

48A Soothing Foot Cream That Tackles Cracked & Itchy Skin

Infused with tea tree and eucalyptus, this foot cream is designed to soften cracked heels, moisturize feet, tackle unwanted odors, and more. Some people love it so much, they use it all over the body to hydrate skin and soothe irritations. “I am a nurse and I use this everyday before I go to sleep to soothe my achy feet especially after for working for twelve hours. Very effective from skin dryness. It has calming smell. Highly recommended!” one reviewer raved.

49An Eye-Catching Lace Panty With Floral Accents

These lace panties will most likely be the most eye-catching pair in your collection. Their asymmetrical design features embroidered flowers on one side, a strappy design on the other. To add even more spice, there’s also see-through mesh back. Thanks to their hippy silhouette, they’re great for wear under low-rise bottoms, too.

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 10

50A Whipped Hair Mask That’s Lightweight But Deeply Nourishing

Using ingredients like argan oil, milk thistle, and plant proteins, this deep-conditioning hair mask aims to reduce frizz, strengthen bonds, and repair damage from dye and chemical treatments — in as little as three minutes. It also has a spa-inspired peppermint scent, and its whipped texture remains non-greasy and lightweight, even when used on thin hair.

51A Rechargeable LED Mirror With 2 Magnification Levels

Wherever you go, this LED compact mirror ensures that you have a well-lit, magnified reflection for grooming and applying makeup. It’s USB-rechargeable with three brightness levels for cordless, customizable light, and it has a 1X magnification for your entire face and a 3X magnification for precise touch-ups.

  • Available styles: 4

52A Reusable Tool For Removing Stray Pet Hair From Clothes & More

Instantly level up any look by banishing pet fur from your clothes with this detailing tool. Using multiple squeegees and textured pads, this gadget is designed to remove pet hair from not just clothes but sofas, carpets, rugs, clothing, and car interiors, too. It’s also reusable and safe on all fabrics, plus its handle has a crevice tool to clean out hard-to-reach spots.

  • Available styles: 3

53An Inexpensive Cream Bronzer That Practically Melts Into Skin

Apply this cream bronzer on its own to achieve a sun-kissed glow — or add it to your foundation to darken its tint for summer. It’s packed with nourishing ingredients like cocoa seed butter and aloe, so it’s hydrating, buildable, blendable, and great for dry skin. “It’s incredibly easy to apply, and it melts into my skin effortlessly, making it look like I just stepped off a tropical vacation,” one reviewer wrote.

  • Available styles: 4

54A Foaming Primer That Brightens & Locks In Your Look

This multitasking foaming primer brightens your complexion with turmeric and saffron before sealing in moisture with apricot. After allowing it to activate for a minute, you can then apply makeup right on top. It’s designed to lock in your look for up to 12 hours while minimizing transferring and settling into fine lines.

55A Cleansing, Hydrating Co-Wash For 1-Step Hair Care

Cleanse your hair, nourish your scalp, moisturize your strands, and rebuild strength, all while extending time between washes with this four-in-one co-wash. It offers a new way to care for your hair with its low-foam, protein-rich formula that takes the place of shampoo and conditioner. It also comes in an eco-friendly pouch and leaves behind a tingly, refreshing feel.

  • Available styles: 2
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