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Posted: 2023-06-07T17:35:40Z | Updated: 2023-06-08T01:16:21Z These Are Some Of The Highest-Rated HEPA Air Purifiers On Amazon | HuffPost Life

These Are Some Of The Highest-Rated HEPA Air Purifiers On Amazon

If you're concerned about the air quality inside your home while there's smoke in the atmosphere, you need one of these.
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Air purifiers from Coway and Levoit

If news about the air quality in the Midwest and on the East Coast has you concerned about air inside your home, you should consider purchasing an air purifier. 

“Poor indoor air quality can be two to five times more polluted than outdoors because of the lack of fresh air, circulation and ventilation,” respiratory therapist Joyce Baker previously told HuffPost , citing an assessment  from the Environmental Protection Agency.

Most air purifiers work by drawing air through an internal filter, trapping contaminants, and then re-circulating the clean air back into the room. Ones that offer the added benefit of a HEPA filter  can provide increased filtration of airborne particles, and those with a HEPA filter are the most effective against smoke .

If you’re looking to obtain one of these household appliances quickly, Amazon may be your go-to. Ahead, we’ve rounded up some of the highest-rated air purifiers that the site has to offer. 

HuffPost may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Every item is independently selected by the HuffPost Shopping team. Prices and availability are subject to change.
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A mini purifier that's currently over 20% off
Save 21% when you purchase Molekule's mini air purifier at Amazon. It's ideal for smaller spaces like studio apartments, nurseries and home offices. It traps and destroys particles, allergens, mold, viruses and bacteria without making a ruckus. It's whisper quiet, auto-adjusts the fan speed and has a filter status indicator so you know when you need to change the filter. This little beauty is also voice-operated and Alexa compatible, is energy efficient and can be enabled through the Molekule app. The vegan leather handle adds a touch of elegance and makes it even more portable and convenient.

Promising review: "Purchased this Air Purifier because it is FDA approved for killing viruses, but really found it to be so much more than just that. The automated monitoring of air quality and speed adjustment to compensate means you can just turn on the device and not think about it. If you are looking for white noise maker, just turn this on high and it does a great job at that. Finally, the 6 month filter is easy to replace and the app tells you when its time to do so. No more carbon vs HEPA replacements to track on different cycles, this is a once every 6 month single filter change." J.Goke
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A whisper-quiet Blueair purifier
This cool cylindrical HEPA air purifier is the perfect size for a bedroom, nursery or kitchen. It captures 99% of common airborne annoyances like smoke, mold, dust, allergens and even virus particles. It comes with two washable pre-filters in black and blue, and you can purchase even more colors for ultimate customization. It has a 4.6-star rating at Amazon and nearly 6,000 five-star reviews.

Promising review: "The proof is in the picture . I just moved into a new apartment and noticed how incredibly dusty my room was. I bought this air purifier and have had it running non-stop since I got it which is about a week now. You can see how much the pre-filter has caught. The inside filter definitely has changed color since I first set it up. Air quality definitely has improved and there is noticeably less dust on my furniture. Very happy with this unit for a bedroom of about 130 square feet." Rowrowrowyourboat
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Or a highly-rated Coway purifier for larger spaces
If you want to use a HEPA air purifier in an even larger space, the Coway Airmega 200M is a great choice (Wirecutter named it one of the best air purifiers you can buy). It will work in spaces up to 361 square feet, and its auto mode will kick into higher gear when it senses that your air quality is compromised. It's got three layers of protection: a pre-filter, deodorization filter and True HEPA filter, and in addition to removing 99.999% of 0.01-micron particles, Coway says it also removes 99% of volatile organic compounds and odors. The filters are extremely easy to replace and/or wash when needed.

Promising review: "I bought this to keep the air clean during California wildfire season. It does the job handily in my room, which is about 300 sq ft. (and also very dusty because it is an old house and my room is a converted porch.) Each of my roommates also has one of these air purifiers, so we are all now fans (no pun intended). The setup directions were clear and the setup itself was not challenging. It is extremely easy to see how to operate the device and to understand what it is telling you about air quality." Heather
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An air purifier with a 360-degree intake
Levoit's Core 300 HEPA air purifier has an all-around air intake and can clean smoke and allergens from up to 1,095 square feet. It also has a sleep mode for even quieter operation and the option to turn off display lights so they won't disturb your slumber. The triple-layer filtration system includes a pre-filter, HEPA filter and activated carbon filter. And Amazon buyers love it: The Core 300 has a 4.7-star rating from more than 87,000 users.

Promising review: "This might be the best product Ive ever owned. I know that sounds dramatic but its truly life changing. I have terrible allergies including being allergic to cats which I have two of. This helps tremendously. I put it in the same room as their litter boxes and the smell is completely gone. Like 100% gone. Not just masked or covered up. Ive tried so many things to help with the smell and nothing has ever worked like this. I actually watched a clump of fur in the air get sucked into the machine wow!! Super easy to set up, doesnt take up too much space or look bad, love everything about it! Highly recommended especially if you have allergies and/or pets. If youre considering getting this, get it!!!! (Also side note, I just used the regular filter that comes with this. I know they have one thats specifically made to help with pet odors and allergies but so far I find the original one works great for me and my cats but if you have more animals or stronger odors and find the regular doesnt work, try the pet-specific one?!) (I also use it on the highest setting and it does have a white noise sound to it but it doesnt bother me personally and I dont find it extremely loud.)" Amanda
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An air purifier you can control from your phone
This Levoit Vital100S will not only clean the air in a space up to 1,110 square feet, but you can see real-time air quality readings, set a timer, create an automated schedule, check filter life and turn it on and off all from a smartphone. The True HEPA filter is joined by a washable pre-filter and an activated carbon filter for optimum efficacy.

Promising review: "We purchased this to have as an all-around home air purifier. We have one in the back of the house and one in the front. Our daughter has allergies and I have asthma and with pets we wanted to do the best we could to keep our home air as clean as possible. We keep ours in auto mode at all times. Generally it stays in a 'good air quality' mode and when I pass it I end up putting my hand above the output to make sure it is actually running as you cannot hear it at all. The first night we had it we made BLT's and as always the bacon smoked up the house a little and the air purifier kicked in and went into 'bad air quality' mode and the house was cleared within15 minutes easily. And this was even with the air purifier in the next room over. The quality of it seems really well made, it is easy to manage and the filters are easily accessible which is nice for cleaning the large particle grate. Would definitely recommend this item to others." Erin
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A customizable BlueAir 211+ for large rooms
With one-button operation, this chic HEPA purifier from BlueAir is both powerful and easy to use. It scored well in performance tests by Consumer Reports , and is suitable for spaces of up to 540 square feet. Like the smaller BlueAir model above, the washable pre-filters come in an array of colors so you can match your mood or decor. A boost mode takes care of pressing air quality issues and the machine is quieter than a whisper on low.

Promising review: "This is the best HEPA filter I've ever seen and the quietest! This specific model of the BlueAir Pure HEPA filter recently was rated by a well known consumer product testing website and magazine as being one of only a few recommended and those others are not silent. It is efficient on low, medium, and high fan settings. On low and medium it is truly so quiet I do not hear it operating. It is quieter than my central air unit and purifies the air in a very large room. It comes with two washable pre-filters so one can be washed and air dried while using the other. My only problem now is waiting for my other HEPA filters to die so I feel justified in replacing all of them with more like this one." S. Douglas

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A pack of thin and discreet incontinence pads if your bladder has a mind of its own(01 of28)
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Promising review: "I use these for nighttime. They are the best ones for me so far. Regular length, they don't scrunch up, they stay put and absorb really great. Plus they are not perfumed. I have tried many other brands, and Poise is the one for me! I also use Poise Light during the day (regular length). You can't tell you have them on like the old days when wearing period pad." So Are You! (credit:www.amazon.com)
A long-lasting extra-strength hemorrhoid cream(02 of28)
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Promising review: "I was hurting horribly so I ordered this cream; Id never used a cream before and always used a suppository. This product was a little pricey but at this point I didnt care. I wanted relief! I now work remotely from home so this was affecting my job as I sit all day, and even using a donut wasnt helping! This cream is great! It gave me fast relief and shrunk the external hemorrhoids! I will definitely purchase this again and keep on hand always! I wish I would have found this product before this time!" Pam (credit:www.amazon.com)
An ear-washing bottle for easy removal of wax buildup(03 of28)
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Promising review: "My son has earaches all the time. Took him to ear doctor and they basically said he's got a lot of ear wax buildup and to purchase this item. I was skeptical at first but as soon as I used it on my son,he had so much relief because all of the hardened wax was pumped out. I use it on myself and it's worth every penny and so much cheaper than going to the ear doctor every other month." Tootie (credit:www.amazon.com)
Some deep-reaching, ergonomic "flossing toothbrushes" with dual-layered flossing bristles(04 of28)
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Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, specializing in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed for deeper cleans.

Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord has to say: "I love it just after the first few days of use! I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter how much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively."

Promising review: "I'm amazed at how well this toothbrush cleans my teeth it definitely gets between the teeth and also more importantly for me, gets in the small, deep crevices in my molars where I always have food stuck and regular toothbrushes couldn't get stuff out. I brush more often (after meals/snacks) because of how effective it is. As stated, definitely go easy around the gums. The bristles feel soft, but will cause your gums to bleed if you use regular pressure. Nice and easy does the trick, SO WELL!" Jason A.
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Maximum strength antacids(05 of28)
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Wonderbelly is a small business. It's packaging is 100% plastic-free.

Promising review: "I discovered this last year and I have not used another antacid since. The strawberry milkshake flavor is phenomenal. It is fast acting and I have never had to take more than one. This has really improved my life with GERD." Marissa
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An anti-bacterial butt acne-clearing lotion made with tea tree oil(06 of28)
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Promising review: "This product really is effective! Immediately, I noticed softer and smoother skin. After multiple uses the bumps and redness started to improve as well! It has a great smell, is easy to apply like lotion, and doesnt leave any sticky or unsatisfying residue. I will most definitely continue to use the product!" Lauren Erickson (credit:www.amazon.com)
A pack of teeth-whitening pens(07 of28)
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Promising review: This worked quickly! I noticed a difference in three days. And it's super easy to use. Amazon Customer (credit:www.amazon.com)
A clinical-strength Secret deodorant(08 of28)
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Promising review: "I have been trying all kinds of deodorants for months, trying to find one that works! I sweat a lot at work and this stuff works! I dont have to reapply. This doesnt leave any staining on my clothes. The smell is nice and light. Finally found something that works!" Zindarella (credit:www.amazon.com)
A set of multipurpose dermaplaning razors(09 of28)
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Promising review: "I suppose it's my hearty German peasant ancestry, but I've always been a hairy girl. Plucking the more egregious of the thick black hairs is required at least a two to three times week. I'd been eying these razors for a while and finally took the plunge. I could not believe how easy and quick it was. After a couple of swipes down my cheek, I noticed that it was done. I thought it was going to take a lot more skill and time. So much easier than tweezers and depilatories!! Wow." Tara D. (credit:www.amazon.com)
A pack of cold sore healing patches(10 of28)
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Promising review: "I wish I had found these sooner!! These cold sores were probably the worst Ive had, and wouldnt clear up or stop itching/hurting. I googled cold sore remedies and these happened to pop up. After reading the reviews, I immediately ordered them. They came right on time and I put them on before bed last night. Its been less than 36 hours and already these cold sores are healing up beautifully. I plan to order another pack or three so I can keep one at home, one in my purse, and one in my locker at work so if I ever feel the warning tingle/itching of a new breakout, I can slap one of these bad boys on and get rid of it quickly! Highly recommend for my fellow cold sore sufferers." Jessica Hill (credit:www.amazon.com)
A jar of Aquaphor healing moisturizer(11 of28)
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Promising reviews: "This stuff is a bit pricey, but you are paying for a quality solution for dry skin. Every time I try to use something cheaper, it doesn't work and I always come back to this. Nothing works like Aquaphor." MCMXCVI

"My son experienced some unbelievably wretched diaper rash and none of the usual products I had been using were making the rash better and the application of the zinc-based creams were painful. Someone recommended I try this, and I have never turned back! Every time there is a reoccurrence of diaper rash, after a day or so of applying Aquaphor, the rash clears up. Now and again I try other diaper creams, but when there is actual irritation, nothing comes close." Incoherent Threads
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A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel(12 of28)
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Promising reviews: "This is a Hail Mary! This is hands-down the best product ever!!!! I have been using this product on my clients and it has made my job so much easier and less time consuming." Diamante Valentine

"Best foot callus remover I have ever used! I read a lot of the reviews before purchasing this product. Most callus removers I have purchased in the past were not very effective. So I was encouraged by the reviews. I saw that a lot of reviewers mentioned to be very careful not to leave it on longer than three or four minutes. My feet were the softest they have ever been. Love love love." Cheri whisker
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Or a vegan urea foot cream to rehydrate dry, callused, and cracked feet(13 of28)
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Promising review: "I was skeptical about this topical product to heal broken, dry, callused feet and toes. I ignored my foot care for quite a bit while pregnant (couldn't reach!) and then postpartum a bit. After the winter in the desert, my heels and large toe pads were cracked and parched. I used this product every day for 10 days and the results were amazing! I slathered it on after my shower in the morning, put on socks, and wore that during the day for 10 days. My feet are healed with no trace of dryness. Even my toenails are improved and hydrated. My hands are also healed (constantly washing hands) from applying to my feet and rubbing the rest in. I highly recommend this product for anyone suffering from super dry, cracked feet. It works it is thick, so cover with socks and let the warmth and barrier marinate your dry feet and toes into soft beautiful skin!" Natalie (credit:www.amazon.com)
A box of maximum-strength wart-removing pads(14 of28)
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Promising review: "This stuff works! I'd never had a wart in my life! At first I thought it was a small callus but as months went by it was getting larger. I started to google and realized I had a plantar wart on my thumb! So I got the Freeze Off and thought 'This has to work!' Nope! I tried the Freeze Off three times and nothing! I then realized the same thing was happening on my other thumb, a small callus but I knew that the wart had spread! Now I was desperate to get rid of them and knew I had waited too long! Bought the invisible strips and it removed my small wart in four days and my big wart in eight!! I couldnt believe it. I left strips on for two days then pulled back the dead skin with a cuticle clipper and reapplied! My bigger wart was a little tougher to removed and I had irritated my skin trying to cut it out, so I left it alone for few days before reapplying a strip and by the second 48-hour treatment, it was gone! I thought my skin would be damaged but it looks like nothing was ever there!" Audrey N. (credit:www.amazon.com)
A lightweight and sweatproof antifungal tea tree balm(15 of28)
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Promising review: "I ordered this balm on a whim as a remedy for a skin rash, and was very impressed with its effectiveness! After getting rid of my rash, I decided to try it elsewhere and it worked wonders on dry skin areas like elbows, knees, and feet. I was blown away with how I changed my feet entirely! As a dancer, my feet have always been a war zone: dry skin, callouses, ingrown toenails, and athlete's foot (all frequent problems over the course of many years). I was always embarrassed to wear sandals or any type of shoes that would show off parts of my feet because of all the dry skin, but sometimes it couldn't be avoided. This balm has made my feet the loveliest they have been and now I can choose any type of shoes I want to wear without embarrassment." anengstrom (credit:www.amazon.com)
A vegan and cruelty-free First Aid Beauty bump eraser scrub with 10% AHA(16 of28)
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Promising review: "Amazing! I am so happy to say this product is a game-changer! I have always been so embarrassed of the extremely red and bumpy skin on my arms above my elbow. I've tried tons of products with zero sign of improvement. I always moisturize daily and nothing has ever helped. I have used this product two times and the skin on my arms is almost all the same color and the bumps are gone! I could cry I am so grateful for this product. It doesn't have any kind of smell, which is perfect cause I can pair it with any moisturizer I like." Lynn (credit:www.amazon.com)
An easy-to-use tonsil stone remover(17 of28)
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As with all medical-related products, you may want to give your doctor a call before using this.

These also come with an LED light to get right to the source of the problem.

Promising review: "I'm in my early 30s and just started getting tonsil stones. Until a few months ago, I never even knew what these things were! Anyways, I've been struggling with cotton buds to fully remove the stones, but couldn't get rid of them and they would just come back within the week. I received this and OMFG...best investment ever. No struggle holding my phone as a flashlight while awkwardly poking myself in front of my badly lit bathroom mirror. I sat comfortably at my vanity, used one hand, and removed the whole stone in less than a minute. Why did I not know this was a thing? Why have I been struggling? Get it! Stop struggling, suffering, and awkwardly dealing with this ridiculous condition...trust me." Wren
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A dermatologist-recommended antiperspirant hand cream(18 of28)
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Promising review: "I used this product on my 10-year-old son. He sweats A LOT on his hands. He would tell me that he was embarrassed at school and he had problems making friends. My son told me he had never shook a hand outside of mine ever before in his life..... it broke me. As a father, I knew I had to fix this. I set an appointment up with his doctor and got nowhere. The doctor said it's normal and should go away in the coming years. I asked about surgery and they said it would be around $10,000, so I started saving. Couple of weeks went by and I came across this product I asked my son if he was OK with trying it and he desperately said yes. We put it on and his hands are completely dry now. When it worked, he started practicing shaking hands and high-fives with his brother. It's been two weeks now and it is working. AMAZING." Hector Lorenzo (credit:Amazon)
A silicone scalp massager(19 of28)
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Promising review: "I love everything about this product! I have had dry scalp since I was a kid and I remember my grandmother using something similar to scrub my scalp as a kid. This product is much softer yet gets the job done! It feels like a mini massage! My scalp and hair feels so much cleaner now! Its easy to hold and clean after each use!" Leah Heimbach (credit:Emma Lord / BuzzFeed)
A bottle of dandruff shampoo made with ketoconazole(20 of28)
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Promising review: "If I could give this product more than 5 stars then I would!! My husband has suffered from extreme dandruff/Psoriasis for years to the point that he would pick constantly at his scalp. I would be able to visually see large sores and peeling skin chunks constantly no matter what shampoo/treatment he would use. I found this product by chance and told my husband about it, who was willing to give it a chance (hed more than given up on finding a solution to his problem at this point). After two shampoos he said that he absolutely noticed a difference and did not feel that he had to scratch his scalp. His sores healed within a week and now he has a clean, itch- and flake-free scalp! This stuff worked absolute wonders for us and I would recommend to anyone with slight dandruff issues to extreme psoriasis conditions!" Tabitha C. (credit:www.amazon.com)
A fungal nail renewal formula if you've been living with thick, discolored and brittle nails(21 of28)
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Promising review: I tried EVERYTHING! I tried tree tea oil for years and various different products. Nothing worked. The reviews were so great on this that I decided to try to cure it one more time. But when you have had a condition for 35 years, you arent too hopeful! I followed the suggestions of some of the reviewers and cut my toenails (I only had it on my big toes) everywhere that the fungus was present. Even below the quick. I started applying this gel, which is super easy to use. I swear to you that I noticed a difference after one application. WIAPilot (credit:www.amazon.com)
A vegan ingrown hair oil made with skin-softening jojoba seed oil(22 of28)
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Bushbalm is an Ottawa-based small skincare brand creating products for our most sensitive areas.

Promising review: "I've bought this product numerous of times and it never fails. I have no more ingrowns and it also helps so much with irritation after shaving!" Pris
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Stainless-steel ingrown hair tweezers(23 of28)
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Promising review: "This tweezer is MAGIC!!! I have thick Italian/German/Polish hair and this little mighty tweezer GETS IT ALL. I am so happy I found it and will be buying a backup. The price point is amazing for how great this tweezer is. Buy the two-pack it's worth it." Lydia Grove (credit:Amazon)
Seamless bra liners made from a cotton and bamboo blend(24 of28)
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Promising review: "This is one of those things that I wish I'd found years earlier. I've suffered from mortifying stress-induced under-boob sweat for most of my adult life. Also, I'm a lifelong Seattle girl who gets upset when it's warmer than 65 outside. So when I stumbled upon this product, I was curious enough to buy a small pack. And yes, I've come back for MORE! For real, I won't put on a bra without one of these liners now. It absorbs all the moisture from heat and stress. And because it's a really soft bamboo/cotton mix, my skin is finally not feeling tortured under there! To the makers of this ingenious life-changing product: thank you thank you thank you! Sincerely, all the grateful ta-tas you've helped to care for" Niko (credit:www.amazon.com)
A stainless-steel tongue scraper(25 of28)
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Promising review: "I have gone 30 years of my life having the worst breath known to man. I would brush and brush, and within 20 minutes, I'd be back to the same. I never knew how to get rid of it. Then, I came upon this little item on Amazon. I decided to give it a try because I figured I've tried everything else. Wow, just, wow...I couldn't believe how much crap this thing was pulling off my tongue. Seriously, if you have suffered from bad breath, give this a try. You will not regret it." Me (credit:www.amazon.com)
A stainless-steel toenail clipper that are similar to the ones podiatrists use to get rid of stubborn, thick nails (as well as ingrown nails)(26 of28)
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Here's why my BuzzFeed Shopping colleague Emma Lord loves this thing: "Hello, my toenails are problem children for two reasons: One is that they're kinda thick, the other is that I'm a long-distance runner, which doesn't play nice with toenails. I bought this recently and the difference it made immediately was ENORMOUS. Like I usually dread approaching my big toenails because they are so thick, but these painlessly and seamlessly lobbed the tops right off; I was also able to gently correct a toenail that was starting to get ingrown and help cut down a dead toenail that needed trimming but would have been painful to approach with a regular clipper."

Promising review: "We bought this for our teen grandson to use for an ingrown toenail because he was not able to go to a nail salon that he trusted to fix this problem. It worked perfectly. He was so pleased with the result as it took care of his painful problem! Thank you for making a fantastic product. Every household should own one!" T.S.
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A box of extra strength Gas-X chewables(27 of28)
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Promising review: "Sometimes you eat something that is too rich on an empty stomach and wham the pain, the bloating, the weird weird noises start. And then if you have this, within minutes it helps relieve the gas, bloating, and discomfort. Taking this is nothing to be ashamed about; it happens to everyone whether they like to admit it or not." MusicLover (credit:Amazon)
A Squatty Potty if you need a little help doing the doo(28 of28)
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If you want more Squatty Potty content before making the best purchase of your life, check out our Squatty Potty review .

Promising review: "I'll do you all the courtesy of NOT adding a photo or video (You're welcome). This works. Whoever invented the toilet had their heart in the right place, but not their knees. This device mimics proper positioning, and you should get one. That is all. Thank you for coming to my TEDTalk." P.W.
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