Search Everything in One Place

Explore the web, images, videos, news, and more – all in one place.

Lifestyle

28 Walmart problem-solving products that are like... really good

28 Walmart Problem-Solving Products That Are Like…Really Good
28 Walmart Problem-Solving Products That Are Like…Really Good

"Well...that would've been nice to know five years ago." — You, after reading this.

1. A set of anti-slip eyeglass nose pads because your glasses have better places to be than halfway down your face. These clever little pads are designed to grip even on sweaty or oily skin, so your frames stay put whether you're reading, working out, or simply trying to exist on a humid day.

Packaging and pair of black anti-slip ultra-thin nose pads for glasses by Setex, shown next to large eyeglasses frame
Walmart

Promising reviews: "These stick quite well. Not too hard to put on your glasses, just go slow and try not to grab the whole thing because they are STICKY. My glasses stay on my face so much better now and they're quite discreet, not very noticeable when someone's looking at you." —M

Price: $9.97 for three pairs (available in two colors)

2. A WD-40 Precision Pen so you can finally silence that one squeaky hinge without accidentally lubricating half your kitchen cabinet in the process. The pen-style applicator makes it easy to target tiny hinges, rusty bolts, and other hard-to-reach spots with way more precision than the classic spray can. Your ears (and everyone else in the house) will thank you.

A hand uses a precision pen to lubricate a door hinge, demonstrating home maintenance
Walmart

Promising review: "I had several squeaky doors which I hated. I knew WD40 would take care of it but had never used the pen. I purchased it, used it on all my doors and they no longer squeak. For me it was so much easier to use than the spray can. I will purchase again when needed." —Fran

Price: $4.98

3. An Arctic Air cooling neck wrap that'll make surviving heat waves a little less miserable. Just pop it in the freezer and enjoy up to three hours of hands-free cooling, whether you're gardening, walking the dog, or melting at an outdoor soccer game. Summer may still be summer, but at least one part of your body will be thriving.

Packaging and three neck chillers are shown
Walmart

Promising review: "I’m 44 years old and hot flashes are no fun which in turn makes doing anything in the heat 10x worse. I absolutely love this product because it simply works…it keeps me cool. They freeze fast and the cooling gel lasts up to three hours. If I’m wearing one and it’s not cold anymore, I swap it out for one from the freezer. I use these constantly when I’m outside and it helps keep me outside, and comfortable. I can also offer this to guests when they come over if needed. I highly recommend." —Lynzerbean

Price: $19.96 for three

4. A plant-based powder to turn a pot of used cooking oil into a solid block you can toss straight in the trash without overthinking things. Instead of awkwardly pouring hot grease into an old pasta sauce jar — don't even think about pouring it down the drain — simply stir this into the oil and let it cool. Honestly, whoever came up with this deserves a medal.

FryAway packaging shows a cooking oil solidifier, promising easy and mess-free disposal. Includes 2 packets, each solidifying up to 16 cups of oil
Walmart

Promising review: "WOW, this product was amazing! We pour it in the grease pot where we fried hot wings, covered the pot to wait overnight to find that all the grease solidified into one large mass that was easily passed into the trash! I wonder if restaurants are aware of this mess buster? I will buy several next time for future wings night!" —ESC

Price: $9.97

Related: "36 Things That Are So Whimsical, Even Tinker Bell Would Be Floored"

5. A no-rinse cleaning kit for anyone who dreads the tedious process of washing their makeup brushes. This will remove product build-up, oil, and dirt from the bristles — and without any water. Reviewers say brushes dry within a minute, so you can use them almost immediately after cleaning. Plus, this means you can switch between different shades using just a few brushes.

Instructions for cleaning a makeup brush: Pour cleaner, dip brush, swirl to clean
Walmart

This starter kit comes with the makeup melt, a tin, and a towel.

Promising review: "I have heard about this product, but didn't think too much about it. Just another thing to clean your make up brushes, what could possibly be different?? Holy moly, only EVERYTHING! I followed the directions, but putting a little bit of the liquid in the little container and dipped a heavily soiled make up brush in it. This brush was white at one time. I used it for concealer, which is thick and heavy. Needless to say, this held a lot of product in it and the brush was no longer white, but concealer color. I didn't think there was much hope. So, I dipped the brush in for a second or two, dabbed it on the little towel that was included and I was speechless. My brush was white again! That fast!! OH! And, it dries just as quick! I'm not going back to the nubby mat with "brush shampoo" and letting my brushes dry for hours, if not overnight. I cannot say enough good things about it and I will definitely repurchase!!!!!" —shopperinIL

Price: $9.98

6. An extra-thick foam kneeling pad that'll make you question why you've been raw-dogging the ground all these years. Whether you're planting flowers, bathing the dog, or cleaning under the sink, it adds a welcome layer of cushioning between you and the unforgiving floor. 

A person kneeling on the green mat while gardening
Walmart

This mat measures 17.75 inches long x 11.75 inches wide x 1.5 inches thick.

Promising review: "I'm not getting any younger. Scrubbing the floor/floorboards, behind the toilet, bottom of tub, refrigerator, lower cabinets, gardening on my hands and knees kills me these days. I was skeptical this wouldn't be thick/sturdy enough to use for all of the aforementioned tasks. Boy, am I glad I was wrong! If you're looking for a great 'kneezy,' this one is it. It's supportive, cushioned, wipes clean, and has a carrying handle. Definitely worth your time and money." —Aiko

Price: $20.10 (originally $25.99)

7. A Megababe Après Shave roll-on treatment for help calming angry razor bumps and ingrown hairs — with the clarifying power of salicylic acid, plus witch hazel to gently exfoliate and soothe. It glides on clear, dries fast, and keeps your fingers clean, so you can treat bumps from legs to pits with zero mess. Will this earn a permanent spot in your toiletries bag? I think yes.

Side-by-side comparison of underarm skin labeled
Walmart

Promising reviews: "I always get ingrown hairs on my cheek and neck after tweezing, waxing, dermaplaning, whatever. This stuff gets rid of them fast and prevents new ones." —Brittany

"Only product that keeps razor bumps away! I put this on straight out of the shower or bath after shaving while still damp. I use it under my arms and my bikini line. I apply three days in a row with not one bump in sight! It also helps keep ingrown hair at bay. Huge believer in Megababe." —CassE

Price: $13.97

8. A peel-and-stick motion sensor light to automatically brighten up those dark, hard-to-reach corners in your home, like inside your closet or underneath kitchen cabinets. It has a magnetic base so you can easily remove the puck for recharging, and it can also be powered by batteries, so you have all the options.

Motion-activated LED light mounted on a wall near a window, ideal for enhancing home security or lighting dark areas automatically
Walmart

Promising review: "For 10 bucks I wasn't expecting anything great but I love this little thing. It's not super duper bright but it does what I needed to which is light up my laundry room. It's bright enough for me to get to the light switch on the other side of the room and you can charge it with your phone charger or put batteries in it and it comes with some tape on the back to stick the base wherever you need to put it so you don't have to damage your walls or ceilings with nails or screws." —Sullivan

Price: $10.76

9. A mini trash can for easily gathering all the used tissues, candy wrappers, and receipts that would otherwise be scattered around your car (or make their way into your bag). It fits perfectly into most cup holders.

The mini trash can, with a round push lid, in a car's side door cup holder
Target

Promising review: “Mini trash can sits perfectly in the cupholder that I don't use. Perfect for the occasional candy and gum wrappers. It's so cute. You just push the lid in and drop your trash just like a big trash can." —Heidi

Price: $4.53

10. A Neutrogena SPF 50 sunscreen stick that's TSA-friendly, spill-proof, and glides on like an absolute dream. It can be used on both your face and body, which means one less item to lug around in your travel bag.

Person applying the sunscreen
Walmart

Promising review: “I use this for quick application to my face and shoulders when I'm out in the sun for extended periods of time. My eyes are very sensitive to most products but this sunscreen doesn't irritate my eyes. I will buy this again!" —Kate

Price: $15.88 (originally $21.32)

11. A travel-size toilet spray (in a fresh citrus scent) so you'll always be prepared for a number-two emergency. And you'll probably leave the bathroom smelling fresher than when you found it.

Poo-Pourri toilet spray bottle surrounded by lemons, on a green background
Walmart

Promising review: “I love this product. I've been using it since the first time I saw an ad for it. It smells good and works like a charm! Believe the hype!! It's great to keep if you have several people in your house and you only have one restroom; it's great to have for when company comes over; and its great to keep in your purse or luggage for when you travel." —Nicki

Price: $9.97

Related: "33 Good-Vibes-Only Purchases If You’re In Desperate Need Of A Mood Boost"

12. A handy pet hair roller to erase all traces of your furry friend from the couch, bed, and any upholstered surface. Plus, it'll save you from having to buy endless rolls of sticky tape. Easy *and* environmentally friendly.

Person using the roller to remove pet hair covering a section of a gray sofa and popping the roller open to show the hair collected inside
Walmart

Promising review: “This things works for sure. Gets stubborn cat hair off my furniture so I don't have to drag out the vacuum every time. Get it!" —Victoria

Price: $15.88

13. A glass watering globe for keeping your plants hydrated while you're away. It'll slowly release the perfect amount of water into the soil for up to two weeks.

Potted plant with white and pink flowers on a wooden table outdoors, featuring a decorative glass watering globe
Walmart

Promising review: “Love these things. I've always had the hardest time keeping plants alive. I bought a couple of these for a peace lily and Christmas poinsettia and they are still alive months later. Just bought another for my new lily." —Amanda

Price: $9.76 for two

14. A multipurpose silicone mat that'll solve more problems than one — it's a microwave mat/splatter guard, trivet, and drying mat. The material is malleable enough to double as a jar opener and pot holder as well. Honestly, it's a kitchen MVP.

Person using the mat as a potholder to hold a pot handle on a stove
Walmart

Promising review: “Perfect fit for my microwave. Makes cleanup easier, and I also use it to lift hot glass bowls out of the microwave. Would recommend." —Walmart Shopper

Price: $7.97

15. A castor-oil serum to help nourish and condition your lashes and eyebrows if they're feeling a little sparse. Reviewers say they saw softer and fuller lashes and brows after using this regularly.

A person applying the serum on their eyebrows
Walmart

Promising review: “This stuff really does work to make the brow and lash look fuller. It also comes with lash brushes and brow brushes. Great product." —Castor

Price: $10.78 (originally $12.97)

16. A slide-on draft stopper that'll keep your carefully climate-controlled air from sneaking out under the door. Whether you're trying to keep the heat in during winter or the AC in during summer, this simple little gadget helps seal the gap—and might even give your utility bill a break.

Person installing white draft stoppers on the bottom of a door
Walmart

Promising review: "Perfect fit! I had a large gap and this item fills it perfectly. I have a white door, and this blends in very well. Best of all, it requires no nails in my door — just slide it on and it's very secure. I used small hand snippers to cut it." —tinaat1013

Price: $12.18

Related: "31 Ways To Look A *Lot* More Put-Together With Only A *Little* Bit Of Effort"

17. A jewelry cleaning pen so your rings can shine as brightly as they did the day you got them. No appointment, fancy equipment, or soaking required — just a quick touch-up whenever your jewelry needs a little pick-me-up.

Step-by-step guide showing how to apply the product to enhance the sparkle of a ring, with before and after results
Walmart

Promising review: “I'm not one to write many reviews, but I got this diamond cleaner pen in the mail today and used it right away. I'm so blown away by the results, I need to tell you all to just buy this, wow! My stone is radiant cut and with those extra facets and the stone being larger, it tends to accumulate soap residue/etc. through daily wear and simply dipping it into my usual jewelry cleaner just doesn't clean it like I'd like. This cleaner pen is amazing! It has brought the diamond pretty much back to the sparkle a professional cleaning would (I last had it cleaned at the jeweler four months ago). Sorry for the long review, just buy this now!" —LuvMyGirls12

Price: $18.59 for two

18. A can strainer so you don't have to choose between soggy tuna or grabbing the full-size colander for a tiny amount of food. If you're someone who enjoys a lot of canned goods like chickpeas and corn, then this single-use kitchen gadget would actually save a lot of effort.

Person's hands using a can strainer on a tuna can
Walmart

Promising review: “My tuna is so dry now! Just the way I like it before I douse it in lemon juice. I wish I'd bought one of these sooner. It fits the 5 oz tuna can perfectly." —Hola

Price: $9.99

19. A pack of peel-and-stick cable management clips so you can tame the unruly nest of cords behind your TV and actually make them stay in one place.

Cable management clip on a desk organizing wires, with a TV in the background
Walmart

Promising review: “I used these clips to hide all the wires to a TV. The design allows the cord to be locked in easily, the peel-off backing was easy and the adhesive is doing its job. What more could I ask for?" —Nolly

Price: $6.88 for a 24-pack

20. A Kitchen SinkShroom — the lesser-known but equally effective sibling of the viral TubShroom — designed to catch food debris without slowing the flow of water, which means less clogging in the pipes and fewer visits from the plumber.

Hand placing a mesh kitchen sink strainer into the sink's drain
Walmart

Promising review: “I've purchased one of these before for an apartment that also didn't have a garbage disposal, and that is exactly what it's intended for. It works wonderfully, and I highly recommend it for anyone who also doesn't have a garbage disposal. It's an absolute must." —Rex

Price: $10.99

21. A very convenient stamp-on gel disc for keeping toilet rings, limescale build-up, and odors at bay with every flush. It'll save you so much scrubbing time.

A gif of a person stamping the gel onto the side of a toilet and flushing it
Walmart

Each box comes with one applicator and four gel stamps.

Promising review: "A very effective product for toilets. It easily sticks to inside bowl, with easy apply wand. These really last!! Great fragrance, keeps bathroom fresh just like a freshener." —Eileen

Price: $13.87

22. A seat gap organizer that'll not only prevent fries and your phone from falling into the unreachable abyss, it'll actually provide space for an extra water bottle, tissues, sunglasses, and more.

Car cup holder organizer on center console, holding a thermos and sunglasses, showcasing efficient use of vehicle space for shopping article
Walmart

Promising review: "Bought several of these for all my vehicles. Made with some pretty nice black leather and fits great, stays in place as well. I won't buy any other one other than this one." —Walmart Associate

Price: $19.12

23. A canister of root powder to help make propagating temperamental plants a bit easier. It increases the chances of your cuttings developing roots and growing into a new plant!

The root of a flower dipped in the product, which is a white powder
Walmart

Here's how to use it: 1) moistened the cut ends of the cuttings 2) stir the cut ends in the product 3) remove excess powder by tapping on the rim of the container and 4) plant the treated cuttings in a rooting medium such as potting soil. Reviewers say it also works with cuttings placed in water.

Promising review: "This is my go-to for rooting plants. I have about a 95% success rate using this. (The other 5% is due to 'operator' error.) It's inexpensive but don't let that deter you. It takes very little to get the job done and a jar lasts for a very long time." —GWTWMOM

Price: $5.68

Related: "Plan On Spending As Much Time As Possible Outside This Summer? Grab These Things"

24. A handy wall repair tool for fixing any nicks and nail holes so you can get your security deposit back — even if you messed up a few times putting up that gallery wall. It's a putty knife, primer-enhanced spackle, and sanding pad all in one neat package.

a gif demonstrating each step of how to repair a hole in the wall using the product
Walmart

Promising review: "I had several screw holes in one room to fill, this was the perfect amount. I liked that the scraper and sander was included on the tube. Very convenient, would definitely buy again." —Jordyn

Price: $8.48

25. A bottle of Goo Gone that does exactly what its name suggests — removes all things sticky, including stubborn price labels, grease, wet paint, and more.

Close-up of a person's hand applying Goo Gone to a wooden chair to remove dried up glue
Walmart

Promising review: “This is amazing for those super sticky labels that refuse to come cleanly off. Works on plastic, too! I poured some on the label, added a tissue on top to let it soak a bit, and then began rubbing. Eventually, the sticker became easy enough to tear off without much residue left behind. Very happy with this purchase." —PassionCat

Price: $4.48

26. An anti-chafing stick to soothe and moisturize sweaty areas of your body (like the inner thigh or underboob), because you should be able to enjoy a life free of irritation. Real heroes don't wear capes — they come in a tube.

Person applying the balm under their chest area
Walmart

Promising review: “This stuff worked like a charm on a muggy Omaha night at the zoo. Normally, I would have been chafing and finding somewhere to sit, rather than enjoying the miles of walking. I only had to reapply once in three hours. It's also really handy to keep in your purse because the stick is about the size of your palm. 10/10 recommend!!" —Chelsea

Price: $9.99

27. A roll of iron-on hem tape for fixing those slightly-too-long trousers that you've been meaning to take to the tailor but... it's been six months. It's also great for shortening curtains and other crafting projects. Sewing skills not required.

Collage showing steps to make a curtain using fabric and HeatnBond, with ironing. Final image displays the curtain hanging on a window
Walmart

Promising review: "I love this iron on adhesive. I had four curtains to hem for my kitchen window and just wanted it to be quick and easy. I used two layers of adhesive since I turned the hem three times to give a good weight and nice finish. You can't see the tape through the curtains while they're hanging and they've been holding up so well even after the initial wash. Quick and simple and very effective." —anonymous

Price: $4.97 for four rolls

28. A dishwasher cleaner and descaler formulated with natural citric acid so it can remove the toughest gunk, hard water build-up, calcium, lime, and odor-causing residue. If you can't remember the last time your machine smelled fresh, it may be time to give this a try.

Gif showing the cleaner in action inside a dishwasher, highlighting its ability to remove build-up and deodorize
Walmart

Promising review: "I was close to calling a dishwasher repair company or getting a new one because the dishes were coming out spotty and a little dirty no matter what I did. I found this product online and bought it; ONE run through and the dishwasher is working like new again! I love it. There is no strong chlorine smell or anything, either. Great product! Try it!" —Mj

Price: $7.97

Why Trust BuzzFeed Shopping?

BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way.

Reviews for this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.

Read full story on BuzzFeed

Related News

More stories you might be interested in.

Top