Reviewers Say These Cleaning Products Have “Magical” Results

There’s nothing this cleaning paste can’t tackle, from food stains to dirt, rust and more. Check out this TikTok in which BuzzFeed Shopping writer Britt Ross uses The Pink Stuff on a dirty sheet pan, pair of white sneakers, and her toaster oven. Spoiler: The results are seriously impressive. And for another testimonial, check out this TikTok in which it’s used on the bottom of a burn-stained saucepan! Spare yourself a headache with a jar of this miracle worker.

Promising review: “Got this because TikTok made me do it. I put a smear on a hair dye stain in my shower from six months ago. Thought I’d have to let it sit for a while so I rubbed it in with a Scrub Daddy and was ready to let it sit, but it was already gone. Blew my mind. Removed rust stains in the toilet and hard water marks from the tank instantly. Goodbye other cleaners.” — L. Seitz

“This works like magic. I really like how easy it is to clean my stovetop and shower, where there can be grime buildup. Use this with a sponge of choice and the dirt will come right off.” — Jessica A.

I love using Swedish dishcloths instead of paper towels. These particular packs from Swedish Wholesale include 10 dishcloths and are available in 10 different colors and patterns, or an assorted color pack if you prefer a bit of variety. Swedish dishcloths are washing machine-safe, but they also hold up great in the dishwasher. When the cloths have run their course, simply add them to the compost bin.

I bought a 10-pack and found that at most, I go through one cloth a month. (Serious cleaning fanatics might go through two.) That means that I’ve used 10 compostable dishcloths in the same amount of time I would have used approximately 24 paper towel rolls.

Best of all, they’re super multifunctional. I primarily use them to wipe down counters and kitchen appliances, but they’re also great for drying dishes and are safe to use on a variety of surfaces, from marble and tile to stainless steel and wood surfaces.

Promising review: “I wasn’t sure about a Swedish dishcloth, truthfully never heard about them until recently, now I am hooked. These squares of magic material, feels sort of like a thick felt, have replaced paper towels and kitchen sponges. You can dampen these and even without soap or cleaners just wipe away fingerprints, and messes and soak up spills. I have been using the same one rinsing it out and squeezing dry for several days and still looks nice and works well. Also used Ajax with it to scrub a pan, cleaned it well and rinsed out nicely. The main difference from paper towels and sponges are that these do not leave streaks or water spots. Seems much more environmentally friendly since can be reused and washed instead of just trashed after one use.” — Donnamay

Like the name implies, this low-effort shower cleaner allows you to “forget” about it while it works: Just spray it on your shower once a week, leave it for eight to 12 hours and then rinse, no scrubbing required. It works on glass, porcelain, fiberglass, metal, sandstone and tile, and can even clean grout stains with repeated use. It comes in two scents (fresh or vanilla) and is free of bleach, ammonia and dyes.

Promising review: “I live in a small town w/ a well (no city water) the lime is really bad and leaves a white film on everything. I have used many many products, including harsh products for your hands & lungs. This is like MAGIC ! I’m not kidding!!! Don’t need to even Scrub!! I have told all my friends about it. Can’t wait to use the outside one on my house!! You have to try it! LOVE LOVE!!!” — Nancy Greimann

You can use this soft cleanser just about anywhere in your home, from the kitchen to the bathroom. It can remove old stains, clean countertops, showers or sinks, clean metal cookware and remove soap scum, rust and hard water deposits with ease.

Promising review: “Bar Keepers Friend should really be called ‘Homeowner’s Magician‘! I purchased this cleanser in an attempt to revive our stainless steel knife set, which is a great moderately-priced set that has seen better days, and I’m extremely happy that I did. The cleanser not only took away the rust spots with minimal difficulty, but it returned them to their original luster! After cleaning our knives, I gave it a shot on our porcelain sink, which I typically have to douse in bleach cleaner to remove the stains from, causing the entire kitchen to be filled with noxious fumes… and it worked beautifully! The stains came clean, and it made the sink look pretty enough to eat off of.” — Kat Ferrari

Cleaning appliances that combine mopping and vacuuming can seriously cut down on cleaning time, and once you try a dual-function machine, you may never go back — especially if you’re a pet owner dealing with constant messes. This Bissell CrossWave Pet Pro is perfect for exactly that: It comes with a tangle-free brush roll and pet hair strainer to easily pick up hair on multiple surfaces like wood, tile, laminate, linoleum, area rugs and more. The two-tank technology keeps dirty and clean water separated, the head swivels to reach all the crevices and the mop-vac comes with a cleanout storage tray.

Promising review: “Could not be more happy with this magic cleaning machine! I had been impressed with it cleaning my tile floor-vacuuming and mopping at the same time. But it just cleaned my hardwood floor, wet cleaned my area rug AND my couch! I have 3 pugs and a cat, all that shed a ton. Done and done! I love this vacuum!!! I also have a Dyson and a Shark mop and a cordless vacuum. And I will probably never use them again because this thing is the bomb!!! Would buy a thousand more times! Very happy!” — MargoReeda

My partner can’t live without her microfiber cleaning cloths. They’re ideal for surface cleaning and can catch and clear even the ickiest of cleaning disasters. They’re reusable and eco-friendly, are machine-washable and made with premium microfiber fabric that is streak-free and professional-grade. Get them in packs of two, six, 12, 24 or 48. I can vouch for their magical properties.

Promising review: “Excellent quality and exactly what we needed for our kitchen and the camper! Will definitely order again if we need more.” — Jessica Stubbs

Even the toughest of stains on toilets or tubs are no match for this Clorox toilet bowl cleaning gel — it promises to kill 99.9% of germs as it cleans. This is a “clinging” bleach gel, meaning it coats the toilet bowl and sticks to tough stains to dissolve them, while also whitening and deodorizing with a fresh scent. While it’s technically a toilet bowl cleaner, reviewers have also used it with success on tubs and sinks.

Promising review: “Watched a YouTube video from England where guy used similar gel type to remove black mold marks that were built into the caulk around his shower and tub.

You put it on, it’s doesn’t run like other products. Take some toilet paper or paper towel and put it over the area to keep the gel in place. Next morning it’s like magic with the black part gone!

I’ve tried ALL other sorts of products and techniques and this one is by far the easiest and most effective” — Mike L

This cleaning kit from Etsy seller Everneat is much more versatile and effective than you might think at first glance. It’s made with plant-based ingredients, pumice powder, probiotics and essential oils that leave ovens, sinks and more gleaming. It can be used on everything from oven walls and doors to glass, racks, stovetop burners, stainless steel, porcelain sinks, toilet bowls and even grout. It includes a surface cleaner, oven scrub and a metallic scrubber.

Promising review: “Oven cleaner worked wonders. The spray smells absolutely delightful. I look forward to buying more in the future.” — Sara Trujillo

“This oven cleaner is a miracle!! The multipurpose isn’t bad either.” — Ashlee S.

I recently dropped and broke an entire pepper shaker, sending peppercorns flying throughout the entire kitchen. This handy broom and dustpan set saved the day, and within minutes it was like nothing had ever occurred. It’s available in four different colors and doesn’t require any awkward bending or maneuvering. The dustpan has teeth to get hair and debris off the broom bristles, which are made of high-quality, soft yet strong material. Best of all, they lock together for easy storage.

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Promising review: “I needed a broom and maybe a dustpan. The ratty old thing and whatever spare piece of cardboard wasn’t cutting it anymore. So I open my go-to find me anything site, Amazon and look at this! Why do things have to be so fancy? I read a review or two because the price has me already. I get it home.
I LOVE this broom so I get my sister one too.
It has magic fingers that stroke the dust balls out of the broom head which has PICKED UP EVERY SCRAP OF DUST. It has a microscopic edge on the pan so you don’t have that line of crap that never makes it into the pan. The unit clicks and stores together…I mean it’s just a broom but it tickles me every time I use it!” — Ronald L. Hamilton

Anytime I use my cast iron pan or skillet, we enter into a battle of wills. I have yet to ever cook in these dishes without nearly harming them or driving myself to the brink in an attempt to clean them properly. This stainless steel cleaner has been an absolute lifesaver. It scrubs off any food residue without damaging the pan or skillet, is easy to clean and can be stored without taking up much space. It’s a must in any kitchen with cast iron cookware. Just run it through in the dishwasher after use.

Promising review: “I found this little magic cast iron cleaner on a you tube video. It’s great for a 80 year old cast iron pot I have from my Mom. I almost gave up because I obviously didn’t have the touch my Mom did. But, this steel cleaner and a little elbow grease and baking soda has bought my aged cast irons pots back to life. Amazing!” — Berries

I first heard about these oven liners from my mother, who, after seeing the condition of my oven, insisted on sending me a pack. These reusable liners are easy to cut fit the bottom of your oven or microwave, and are made of non-stick, dip-coated fiberglass fabric with a Teflon coating. They can be used in temps up to 500 degrees and are a breeze to clean. You can even use one to line a pan or baking mat, and I’ve seen my mom put it down on the counter before rolling out baking dough. It’s an easy and convenient way to keep your kitchen from getting crusty.

Promising review: “These are magic in your oven. I bought two, one for each of my oven racks, and have honestly not had to clean my oven since I bought them (over two years ago). No worries about baking pans boiling over, dried crusty spots from pan overflow, or any other oven cooking hazard. Simple to use. Once you have removed your cooking pans/casseroles/etc. just take these out, lay them on a flat area, and wipe clean with a sponge. Nothing sticks to them. Buy these and you won’t regret it. Highly recommend.” — Capricorn One

I love an all-purpose cleaner, and this biodegradable option from Dr. Bronner’s is as effective at cleaning even the toughest messes as it is gentle on your skin and the environment. It’s made with plant-based surfactants that suds up beautifully, cleaning grease, dirt and much more with ease. You can dilute it or use it as is on everything from floors and dishes to furniture, cars and laundry.

Promising reviews: “I absolutely adore this product. I use it for laundry dishes floors counter-tops, etc. Does not bother my sensetive skin, rinses out easily from clothing. Is actually biodegradable and safe. Truly a magic all in one product.” — Cassie

Scrub Daddys are everywhere and heavily trusted, plus they come in fun colors. They stay firm in colder water for heavy-duty scrubbing and soften when exposed to warm water. You can even use them on stainless steel and cast iron, as they are scratch-free. Clean up after yourself without having to break a sweat thanks to these effective little dudes.

Promising review: “Since the very first time Scrub Daddy was introduced on Shark Tank,I have been a fan.I use it on my glass top stove,bathrooms,tile,etc.When you take it out of the box your fist thought is wow this is rough and will scratch.No it doesn’t.Wet it with water and the magic begins.I will never go back to a regular sponge!” — kdubba

Save your rugs with this little wonder. A bottle of Folex spot remover will make even the toughest of stains disappear from furniture, carpets and other fabric surfaces. This includes wine stains, pet accidents, lipstick smeared into furniture and more. It truly can make all sorts of horrific stains disappear quickly, and there’s no rinsing or vacuuming involved. To use, apply to the stain, gently agitate with your fingers and blot with an absorbent cloth. It is non-toxic and won’t irritate the skin.

Promising review: “I’ve seen this product on IG posts and opted to try it, sure glad I did. This product really seems like magic. Had a dark brown stain on a light gray rug and with seconds of spraying it literally melted the stain away. No aggressive scrubbing required, just blotted up and stain was gone! Additionally, it didn’t leave a ring or any other type of indication that I had used a cleaner for the area. I’m sorry I didn’t get a before an after. Worth the purchase!” — MojitoFam

I remain devoted to my Wine Away. It’s the perfect food and drink stain remover, though I’ve used it on dirt, mud and vomit stains as well. Sommeliers, bartenders and maître d’s have long sworn by this trusty, never-fail wine-spill solution, which I learned firsthand when I worked as a restaurant hostess right out of college. It’s one of those cleaning products that works on even the most unexpected messes.

Promising reviews: “This spray is simple to use just spray on the red wine spot and it disappears like magic! Never worry about a red wine stain again!” — Bernabei203

“Awesome product! I had an unfortunate accident where a guest knocked over a glass of port wine from an end table which splashed on white window shades, white window sills, white baseboards, taupe-colored painted walls and white with dark beige carpeting. I left it that way for a few days in order to research the best way to hopefully clean it up without negative results… I eventually landed on a source in the UK which spoke specifically about Wine Away Red Wine Stain Remover… I used it today, after days of doing nothing, mostly because I was afraid to make it worse. Lo and behold! I completely cleaned the window sills, the window shades, the baseboards, the walls and the carpeting! You cannot even tell it happened. No stains or color change to the carpet or the walls or the white painted surfaces. Before you try or use anything, buy this. It cannot be beat! I was afraid I might have to hire a professional to clean the carpet and that I might have to completely repaint walls, but no. I cannot recommend this product more highly! You will not be disappointed, I guarantee it.” — Sharon Hamilton

What can’t steel wool do? These bad boys are a beast in the cleaning arsenal, and can be used to clean, polish, buff and refinish all sorts of surfaces, from cast iron to copper, brass, wood and leather. These pads are made with high-quality, fine-grade metal strands with gentle abrasiveness.

Promising reviews: “Gentle. Doesn’t scratch my stainless steel sink. Works well with cleaning products. Will order again.” — DeeDoll

“Saw a pretty big housecleaning influencer recommend these on TikTok for getting rid of dry water stains and they are like magic!! The taps in our bathroom will constantly get dry water stains on them and I use these to give them a quick scrub for a few mins and they shine like new afterwards. MAGIC!!” — PR

With only a little scrubbing, you can say goodbye to any annoying marks that have been left on the walls, floors, countertops and more for eternity with these Magic Erasers. There’s nothing these can’t get out, including ancient stains.

Promising review: “This is as magical as unicorns! Buy NOW! I use it everywhere — walls, baseboards, mirrors, window panes, cupboards, floors, lamps, glass and faucets — everything looks brand new. Just got red hair dye that had been there for over a year off the wall in a minute. Made shower glass look brand-new after five years of hard water stains.This is the cleaning magic wand you’ve always wanted.” — Michela

Lysol’s popular disinfecting wipes are an absolute game-changer. Not only do they kill a vast majority of viruses and bacteria, but they are also stronger than paper towels. Stock up with this four-pack and don’t worry about it again for quite a while.

Promising review: “I have been a Lysol fan for many many years but then the pandemic came along and I fell in love all over again because I knew my trusted cleaner would kill everything and help keep us healthy. I travel with this brand and use it everywhere on everything. No matter how clean anything looks, with this I know it is clean.” — Angela Stone

“Stuff works like magic.” — Darrell