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You'll feel so big-brained next time you're at Aldi and have a quarter within easy reach for a shopping cart.

This cordless mouse is recommended for small- to medium-size hands — if you have large hands, Logitech recommends the MX vertical mouse! Get a closer look at this mouse on TikTok, where the reviewer discusses how much more comfortable it is compared to a traditional mouse.

Read more about how an ergonomic mouse can help prevent carpal tunnel at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "I am a graphic designer, and my hand was hurting so much using my other mouse that I couldn’t work efficiently. I tried this mouse, and the pain and stiffness in my hand are gone. I’ll never go back! I will say it definitely takes a few days to get back to your normal working speed, but now that I’m used to the mouse, I love it. I use it with a keyboard to the left and then an Apple trackpad to the left of the keyboard for scrolling and panning. It’s comfortable and easy to use. You can download the mouse software and customize buttons on it, so I like that I have a copy and paste button now to cut down on hand movements on my keyboard." —Abigail B.

"This mouse is perfect for smaller hands, or people who have any kind of hand pain. I find this extremely comfortable. The mouse buttons are very easy to press and quiet. If you have any arthritis or discomfort in your hand, this is perfect!" —Jaye Hockenberry

Get it from Amazon for $68+ (available in three colors and in right- or left-handed styles).  

Ronan is a small business that specializes in multipurpose tools for home use.

Promising review: "This is a kitchen must-have. We use it all the time — it's so easy to use that even our kids use it. Very durable blade that continues to perform and get value for your money." —Dawn

Plus!!!! This product is made from 100% plant-derived fats! FryAway is a woman-owned small biz that makes this super smart cooking oil solidifier! The brand also made a deal with Lori and Mark on Shark Tank!

Promising review: "Honestly, I didn’t know if this would work. Waiting for it to cool down made me nervous, but once it was at room temperature, it was solid. It popped out of the fryer so nicely. Worth every penny." —Emma

Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in three sizes and packs of three and 10).

Promising review: "Never been a big fan of the sunglasses like these that went over the frames of my glasses, but apparently they have gotten much better over the years! My prescription sunglasses are pretty out of date, and I did not want to pay for new lenses, so I figured I would try these. They fit over my glasses' frames really well, don't feel super bulky, and are cute to boot! These seem pretty sturdy; the side arms don't seem like they'll get loose or weak/break any time soon. I would say they are a good quality and very much worth the purchase!" —Michelle Pawlak

Get them from Amazon for $17.95 (available in 22 styles).

Handy Gourmet is a small business that specializes in home and kitchen products. 

Promising review: "Who would have guessed how much easier this product makes getting hot items out of the microwave? This makes the retrieval much safer for me. I have hand problems, and gripping this tool makes the removal steadier and safer, preventing burns. I recommend!" —Envy's Opinion 

Get it from Amazon for $17.95+ (available in six colors). 

Read more about essential oils and morning sickness at Mayo Clinic, peppermint oil and nausea in one small study at the National Library of Medicine, and aromatherapy at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I get nauseous often, and I always have this on me. Whether it's carsickness or anxiety, something will set my stomach off. This always brings me quick relief! I love that it comes in a two-pack. It's so easy to use. Something that sets this apart from other 'boom sticks' is that the Allclair stick is double-sided and has a roll-on/dab-on peppermint oil applicator on the bottom. This is great for applying oil to my temples, around my nose, on my neck, or anywhere else I may need it. It's so easy to use, and it works well. It's a good quality product, and I've used it over and over again. It's great. It's easy to use, the design is user-friendly, and it's a quick way to find relief. Use it in moderation, don't get the oil in your eyes, and you'll have a great time." —MJ

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a four-pack).

Promising review: "I just love it. It lights up a lot of area, not just the keyhole. Very bright light. I use it sometimes just to light my path when I walk in my house because the pathway is a bit dark." —Miami Girl

Get it from Amazon for $5.26 (also available in a pack of two).

Ever Toast is a small business that specializes in unique dinner plates. 

Promising review: "GENIUSSSSS. This product is NECESSARY if you hate soggy sandwiches, pizzas, and waffles! Works great, keeps everything crispy and toasty, we love it here! And for two plates it's a great price!" —Paolo Rivas

Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99. 

Promising review: "These are amazing. They are literal lifesavers. I LOVE my heavy Kendra Scott earrings, but I’m pretty sure they’re the culprit of why my right earring hole has ripped slightly. Using these support patches, it’s as if the earrings don’t even exist. I am going to tell all of my friends to get these for their heavy statement earrings!!" —Donthemom50

Get a box of 60 patches from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising review: "Fun little kitchen gadget — it really works. Bought this as a gift last January and ended up keeping it with the plan of buying several more to give as Christmas gifts this year." —KW

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors and a set of two).

Promising review: "I'm a nursing student and have to wear my hair in a bun every day. I've tried all the bun makers, watched YouTube videos, and spent way too much time getting my hair into a bun. I was able to make a pretty bun that was secure in under 30 seconds. I thought it was a fluke, so I did it again, and then again. I just ordered two more packs because I know if I lose one of these, I'd have to tear the house down looking for it. I have hair to my mid-back, and three of these worked perfectly for me. If I can get my hair in a bun in under 30 seconds, trust me... Anyone can." —Tina

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $7.50 (also available in a pack of two).

Promising reviews: "I would absolutely recommend this for anyone who travels, especially internationally, because of all the extra costs for going over in weight. We were among the few people in line who didn’t need to rearrange our luggage at the airport to meet the weight requirements in Milan. So easy to pack and take with you." —Addison

"This little device was well worth the money spent. It saved us a lot of money on our flight home since we knew the weight was over and could pre-purchase the overage in the app instead of paying double at the airport. I’ll never travel without it!! Very easy to use." —Michael Ellis

Get it from Amazon for $9.45+ (available in four colors and also as a two-pack).

Promising review: "This is seriously a genius invention!! It’s perfect for taking salads on the go. It’s leakproof, durable, and works perfectly!! Definitely a must-have for making yummy salads for lunches at work, or even to have during the day on the go." —Sara Hrnjak

Promising review: "If you came here to purchase them because a TikTok influencer told you to...so did I. The rumors are true. These little puffs work wonders! I love that it has the pointed end to really get under the eye and around the nose. You can't beat the price, and they help with a flawless powder application. Just buy them." —Tayler

Get a set of six from Amazon for $5.98+ (available in 23 sets).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. I saw it on TikTok and figured I would give it a try. My grandmother passed away almost eight years ago, and she left me her first engagement ring in her will. I have tried so many jewelry cleaners, toothpaste and toothbrush, you name it, tried everything except for sending it away to get cleaned. I ordered the Diamond Dazzle Stik on Thursday and it arrived the following Saturday, fast shipping! Today is Sunday and I cleaned my ring with the Diamond Dazzle Stik. My ring is just as shiny as it was when my grandfather bought it for my grandmother many many years ago. I will definitely use this Diamond Dazzle Stik on all my jewelry. Highly recommended!" —Heather

BuzzFeeder Heather Braga also mentioned that she uses it on her diamond rings, but it also works well on cubic zirconia earrings. 

Get it from Amazon for $9.48+ (available in two sizes and two or three packs).

Promising review: "Before I knew a thing like this existed, I spent the time it took to wash my squirming kiddo's hands one at a time, wondering how long it was going to take for his arms to grow enough to reach the faucet. I'm so glad I have this thing now! The setup is just taking it out of the box and stretching the rubber part around the faucet; it took two seconds, plus some time to adjust to the best angle. Now, I can wash my 15-month-old's hands at the same time, and the whole process is much faster and easier. He liked it right away, too!" —Michelle G 

Shower Cat is a small business established in 2021 specializing in products to prevent shower clogs. 

Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok, and I knew immediately that I needed it. I just moved into a new apartment, and I didn’t want to be how I used to be, where I’d just let hair go down the drain and eventually plug it, or peel it off the drain after each shower. It works great, but I probably need some practice with it. I currently just floss my hair through it so it will hold them, and there are a few stray hairs that don’t stick. I would recommend to anyone who is tired of putting their loose strands of hair on the shower wall." —Cari Schwartzkopf

Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I was skeptical because I have always struggled with removing waterproof mascara 100% on the first wash/wipe. I applied it to both my lashes and then immediately washed my face with my normal cleanser, and I felt nothing on my lashes! Like, I never applied anything to them. I am still amazed and in shock by this magical formula and invention! Best creation ever!" —Chrisy

Check out our Heroine Make Speedy Mascara Remover review for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "LOVE these covers. They are 100% effective, so much so that I wear them every day. I always wear a bra while out of the house and these are perfect and so comfortable. I don't even know I have them on. They come in a cute little box that you can store in your lingerie drawer. I've bought several pairs and will continue to replace them periodically. Since I'm not using them as pasties to replace a bra, they last me much longer. I also wash them in lukewarm water with a very mild soap and let them air dry. One pair lasts me 6 months this way. It is well worth the price of $25 to know I never have to worry about my nipples showing. I wish I had had these all my life. They are very well made and worth every penny." —Shelley Morrison

Get them from Amazon for $28.50+ (available in three sizes and five shades).

If you’re concerned about your hiccups, talk to your doctor. Read more about hiccup causes and treatment at the Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising review: "I was admittedly skeptical at first, but I gotta say, I was SO wrong because this thing is SO right. Wow. I mean, it's instant relief. I get the hiccups sometimes, and they'll last for a super long time, and they kind of hurt sometimes, too. This straw, after one sip, makes them disappear in what feels a miraculous way! If I could give 100 stars, I wouldn't hesitate." —MW

The patch's scent is a soothing combination of lemon, jasmine, and rose oil!

I am so intrigued by these that I just bought a pack! Thankfully, my period cramps are easily solved with some Motrin, but once a month, I get an ovarian cyst rupture. It's never so painful that I have to seek medical care, but it is painful enough that I need to sit with a heating pad and wait for the pain to subside (and heat is the only thing that helps). I usually have a general idea of when they'll occur, but now with these patches, I can be prepared if I'm not at home and need relief fast. 

Promising review: "Amazing! If you like heating pads during that lovely time just get it..it says they last for six hours or something, but I've had a few/all stay warm and comforting for over 15 hours! They are perfect." —SFMB

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ or straight from Rael for $17.99.

Elypro — the creator of this nifty gadget — is a small biz!

Promising review: "What a genius little gadget! Works like a charm, and my cabinets have more storage space now that my mugs are organized in this manner. Love them!" —Donna L. Baker

Get a set of six from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors).

Handmade by Michelle B's Embroidery is a small biz based in Tennessee!

Promising review: "Made well! And so adorable. I leave it hung on my rearview mirror, and I'm never without my Aldi quarter. 😄 Bought one for my cousin. And I plan on buying more!" —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." —BBP623

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99.

Promising review: "I saw these on an Amazon review video on YouTube and figured I'd give them a try because my boyfriend tends to leave the toothpaste bottle a complete mess, and I can't stand it! These things have a great seal and give out a good amount of toothpaste when you squeeze them. It wipes clean very easily. So glad they come with more than one, but not sure what I'll use the other ones on yet." —Kimberly C

Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.45+ (available in larger quantities).

Promising review: "Magically helped my 3-year-old go to sleep. I don't know how it works, but since we started using this thing, my 3-year-old no longer throws a fit at bedtime. We say 'ok, the clock is telling us to sleep now,' and she just...goes to bed. It's a total game changer to the crying, screaming meltdowns we had before. She enjoys the noise machine function as well, and though we still have a few wake-ups here and there throughout the night, there's way less fuss with them. Then, she knows in the morning not to start asking us to let her out until the clock says 'wake up time' by smiling with her eyes open. I have no idea why this thing works, but it does. Totally worth the reduced aggravation every night!!!!" —Mimi

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors).

Promising review: "Super happy with this purchase. Our two little ones (ages 3 and 5) can now easily fill their own drinks. We also purchased a dual cereal dispenser from Amazon, so now the kids can get their own breakfast cereal with milk!" —April M. Ramos

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four colors and in three-packs). 

Packard 3D Designs is a Maryland-based small business run by mechanical engineer Austin Packard.

Promising reviews: "Game changer for our fridge. We had to adjust our shelves a bit, but it was way worth it to have this thing fit!" —Alex McGee

"This has made getting water from my refrigerator much easier for my grandkids and me." —Susan

Get it from Packard 3D Designs on Etsy for $20+ (available in two colors and attachment styles).

Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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