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Whether it’s arriving to post-work drinks with coffee breath, slopping red wine on my favourite white shirt while out for dinner, or only realising as I hand over a cup of tea to a visitor that the mug is really stained, there are just some occurrences in life that can really get in the way of an otherwise good day.
So, I’ve pulled together a list of nifty products that would be great to have on hand when these small — yet albeit irritating — instances occur. From sweat pads for keeping your favourite bra fresh for longer, to sprays that’ll keep your loo smelling lovely, I’ve truly left no stone unturned in this quest!
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These gentle yet effective drops will relieve you of built-up ear wax
Perfect for pain relief in your ears, these drops will soften all that nasty wax.
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Give your hairbrush a de-fuzz using this mini cleaning tool
Nothing makes me cringe with embarrassment more than when a friend asks to borrow my hairbrush, and I just then realise how grimy it is. So, this tool will definitely come in handy.
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This handy little toilet spray that proactively tackles smells in the bowl
Spritz this nifty spray before you 'go', and it'll help both remove and mask any smells left behind.
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This solution that tackles unsightly sweat marks
Nab this antiperspirant and sweat mark remover by Dr. Beckmann if your shirts often end up with patchy deodorant stains.
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And this deodorant that wont leave them in the first place
Sick of your deodorant leaving those tell-tale white marks? This Mitchum roll-on claims to be invisible and it's been rated hundreds of times by Amazon customers who have awarded it a huge 4.8-star average rating.
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This solution is great for sticky labels and grease stains
If you have sticky marks on your surfaces, then this handy remover solution gets rid of adhesives, stickers, grease stains, and more.
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This breath spray is a handbag must-have
If you're often on the go, then this fresh breath spray is the perfect post-meal companion.
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This hand cream really helps in the cold winter months
If dry hands are the bane of your life, then this Garnier Hand Repair Intensive hand cream contains glycerin and maple sap extract to gets to work on extra dry skin.
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These tweezers have been designed with ingrown hairs in mind
Don't let an ingrown hair bother you, because these purpose-built ingrown hair and splinter removal tweezers exist.
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This razor comb is great if you like to cut your own hair
If you're partial to a DIY haircut, then this razor comb helps you to efficiently get rid of your split ends.
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This stainless steel kettle descaler
You don't need to drink limescale-flavoured tea, so nab yourself one of these stainless steel descaling donuts pronto!
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These handy drain covers that prevent blockages
These handy stoppers sit on top of your plug, and ensure no stray hairs find their way down your drain.
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These easy tooth stain removers
They claim to offer instant removal of temporary stains and discolouration.
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This amazing formula removes even the toughest of stains
If you've got stubborn fruit and drink stains that need removing, then this Dr. Beckmann stain remover might just be what you need!
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And this clever pen is perfect for using on-the-go
If you're clumsy and always spill things while you're out, then there's this rather useful stain remover pen that allows you to remove fresh stains.
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This hob scraper will remove all burnt-on bits of food
For the hobs that need a little *ahem* TLC, then might I suggest this Minky hob scraper that easily removes dirt and burnt-on food?
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These silk wraps are essential for split or broken nails
There's nothing worse that ruining a good mani by breaking a nail, so I swear by these silk wraps. When used for overlays and repairs, they're practically undetectable.
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This gadget will scrape hair and fluff out of your vacuum
I'm convinced we've all looked at our vacuum cleaners at some point and been horrified at the amount of hair caught in the brush. This handy gadget allows you to effectively scrape it out.
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This bedsheet is a must-have if you like to fake tan
If you wear false tan and constantly stain your bedsheets, then this self-tanning bedsheet protector exists to solve the problem.
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This stain remover will clean up dirty mugs and cups
Stained cups and guests do not mix, so thank goodness for this coffee and tea stain remover for your mugs!
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This citrus-scented powder will stop your bin from smelling
If your bins give off a nasty whiff, then this bin odour neutraliser could be game-changing.
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This highly-rated hair remover works a treat
If your sofas, carpets, and blankets are constantly covered in pet hair, then this highly-rated hair-remover claims to get rid of even the tiniest of strands!
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These blotting papers are perfect for oily skin
If you want to kiss goodbye to sweat or excess oil produced throughout the day, then these oil-control blotting papers refresh your skin without the need for powder.
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These balls will leave your shoes smelling fresh
Give your most-worn trainers a lil' freshen up with these shoe deodorising balls.
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These liners will make your bras feel far more comfy
If you find yourself constantly re-adjusting a rubbing bra, then these comfort liners are here to help avoid irritation and keep you fresh.
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And these silicone pads will soften the feeling of uncomfortable straps
If your bra straps dig in leaving tell-tale marks, then add these silicone pads to your basket, and you'll definitely feel far more cushioned and comfortable.
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This clever pen will freshen up grimy grouting
If your grouting has discoloured, then this grout reviver pen will cover it so that practically no-one can tell.
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This travel-friendly brush is always helpful to have on-hand
If you constantly leave the house covered in fluff and pet hair, then this foldable brush can be chucked into your handbag.
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This little pod will stop your onions from stinking out the fridge
Avoid the embarrassment of opening a stinky fridge by storing smelly onions safely away in this purpose-built pod.
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This nifty invention will clean your grimy microwave for you
If you'd be embarrassed for guests to see the state of your microwave, then this steam cleaner disinfects and deodorises your appliance in mere minutes!
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This cloth will add some sparkle back to your silver jewellery
If your silver jewellery looks lacklustre and like it's seen better days, then this special cloth removes oxidation to restore its shine.
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This cleaning tool will quickly whip the dust off your blinds
If your dusty blinds are a constant source of embarrassment, then invest in these blind cleaning tools.