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40 Simple, Genius Things That Save You Money Every Freaking Day

Spend a little to save a LOT.

Written by Amanda Pellegrino
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It’s wild how investing in a few small, budget-friendly solutions can save you so much money in the long run. Grab some reusable dishcloths, baking mats, and food storage bags to save some money on paper towels, parchment paper, and plastic bags. Everyday swaps like these are that easy and that simple and can amount to big savings. Here are 40 genius things that can save you money every freaking day.

1An Easy-To-Apply Dry Shampoo Powder That Adds Volume

This dry shampoo powder is packed with root boosting powder, biotin, and black ginseng to remove excess oil, nourish the scalp, and add a rich volume to your hair on days when you don’t feel like fully washing your locks. The powder is stored in a jar that has a built-in foamy applicator. Simply flip the jar over, pat the applicator on your roots, and shake out any excess powder to instantly fluff and boost.

2These Silicone Baking Sheets With Over 16,000 5-Star Ratings

Swap out parchment paper and tin foil for these reusable baking sheets and save some dough while baking dough (or roasting meats and veggies). Made of silicone and fiberglass mesh, they promote even heat distribution while baking and are temperature resistant up to 480 degrees Fahrenheit. Best of all, these silicone sheets last up to 3,000 bakes.

3These Airtight Storage Bags That Save You A Ton Of Luggage Space

These airtight storage bags are a great way to save space in your closet, under your bed, or while traveling — no more checked bags here. With a double-zip seal and a triple seal valve, you can use any vacuum to get every last ounce of air out of there to maximize your storage space for off-season clothes, pillows, bedding, and more. And if you’re traveling, these bags come with a hand pump for easy re-packing.

4These Reusable Storage Bags That Are Leakproof & Freezer-Safe

Say goodbye to single-use plastic bags and hello to these reusable storage bags. They are leakproof, freezer-safe, dishwasher-safe, and a great option to store your meal prep, leftovers, dry foods, snacks, and more. They have a double-lock closure with an airtight seal to keep your food fresher for longer, saving you money in more ways than one.

5These Silicone Pads That Protect Your Floor From Scratches

These silicone pads stretch to fit snug around round and square table and chair legs to protect your floors from scuffs and scratches. They have an easy-gliding felt bottom that easily moves across tile and wood floors. And they’re reusable over and over again, no matter how many times you move your chairs.

6These Reusable Dishcloths That Come In Adorable Patterns

Save some money when you swap out your paper towel products with these reusable dish loths. Not only do they come in way cuter patterns, but they last three to 12 months and can be used on stone, tile, stainless steel, and wood to clean, dust, dry, wipe — you name it. Then, when you’re done, throw them in the washing machine or dishwasher for an easy clean.

7This Easy-To-Install Bidet Attachment With A Self-Cleaning Nozzle

This ultra sleek bidet attaches beneath your toilet seat and is powered by water pressure for a super refreshing wash. It has a retractable, self-cleaning nozzle and easy-to-use controls to adjust the pressure to exactly what you need. Plus, it requires no battery or electric power, and you don’t need tools or a plumber to install.

8An Undated Budget Planner With Over 21,000 5-Star Ratings

Take control of your finances, see your spending, and start planning your money goals when you have this budget planner. Each undated month features a calendar, budget plan, expense tracker, income tracker, and goal tracker. And the book also has savings trackers, debit trackers, and yearly goal lists so you can make longer term impacts.

9This Workout Poster & Cards To Create Your Own Routine At Home

These posters and cards feature movements for upper body, lower body, core, back, and cardio to target the muscle groups you want to work for a super effective workout at home — no personal trainer or gym membership required. It’s made of durable, waterproof paper in a high quality, laminated finish made to last through all your toughest workouts.

10These Best-Selling Silicone Ring Adjusters To Fix The Size Of Loose Rings

Skip the jeweler and use these best-selling ring adjusters, which have over 67,000 ratings. The set includes 12 silicone ring guards that wrap around the bottom of the ring to adjust it to the fit of your finger. It’s a great way to make sure loose rings fit your fingers correctly so they don’t slip off and get lost.

11These Pre-Moistened Erasers To Instantly Clean Your White Sneakers

Get your white shoes looking whiter than ever with these erasers. Just gently buff your shoes and soles with one of the five erasers in this pack to remove dirt, scuff, grass, and other stains. The duel-layer technology has powerful micro-scrubbers that are activated when wet to effectively scrub your sneaks clean, saving you on dry cleaner costs — or worse, from buying a new pair of shoes.

12A Quirky Narrow Spatula For Scraping Every Last Drop From Jars

This narrow spatula is specially designed to scrape very last drop out of your jars peanut butter, mayonnaise, jelly — you name it — to make sure you’re getting the most of your groceries. The patented, platypus-shaped design is made of food-grade silicone to not only scrape but also evenly spread your go-to condiment.

13A Concentrated Spray That Removes Super Tough (& Old) Stains

Just spray this powerful stain remover directly onto stains left from juice, ketchup, spaghetti sauce, dirt, wine, scrub with a little water, and watch that unsightly spot disappear. It works on clothing, carpet, furniture, and upholstery. Plus, its small size means you can take it with you and remove stains anywhere you go.

14These Reusable Makeup Remover Pads With A Handy Laundry Bag

Just add your favorite makeup removing cleaner to these pads and use them on your face, lips, eyes, and neck to remove foundation, mascara, lipstick, eyeshadow — you name it. Made of gentle and soft bamboo cotton, these pads can be thrown in the washing machine after you’re done so you can reuse them.

15A Universal Socket Tool With 15 Pieces & A Power Drill Adapter

If you want to save some money by DIY-ing your at-home fixes, check out this universal socket tool. It comes with 10 bits, a ratchet driver, a universal socket, an extension bit, and a carrying case. It has an ergonomic handle that’s easy to hold and use to make fixes around the house easier — and budget-friendly since you’ll only need this single item.

16These Unbreakable Glasses In Gorgeous Vibrant Colors

Though they look like crystal, these cups are made of super high-quality acrylic plastic, so they’re strong and shatterproof to last you through house parties, dinners, and more for years to come. They come in stunning colors, and they’re lightweight enough to be used indoors and outdoors. Bonus: they’re dishwasher safe without cracking, which is rare for plastic glasses.

17These Mop Slippers To Efficiently Clean While You Walk

Get your floors shiny and new when you add these mop slippers to your cleaning routine. They have an elastic band that stretches to fit snug around your shoes, allowing you to mop with your feet while you clean the house. They’re super absorbent and gentle to not scratch your wood, tile, or marble floors.

18A Reusable Ear Swab That Comes With A Travel Case

Stop buying disposable cottom swabs and use this reusable swap for your ear cleaning instead. Sustainable and environmentally friendly, this ear swab has a nylon handle and soft, medical-grade silicone ends that’s super easy to clean. It even comes with a custom travel case so you always have a swab when you need it.

19A Reusable Notebook That Scans Your Writing To An App

Stop buying dozens of clunky notebooks — all you need is this single reusable notebook. When you’re done writing, you can scan everything on the page into an app and the cloud service of your choice, so you always have access to your notes, calendar, to-do lists, and more. The set even comes with a pen and a microfiber cloth to clean the pages.

20These Highly Rated Produce Bags That Are Super Durable & Reusable

Make your weekly grocery store hauls a little more sustainable when you bring these reusable produce bags with you. The mesh bags are secured with a drawstring cotton hem to securely cinch around your fruits and veggies while you shop. They’re washable and also great to keep your fruits and veggies contained in the fridge.

21This Heavy-Duty Draft Stopper That Moves With Your Door

This draft stopper looks heavy duty — and that’s because it is (and it really works). Just slip it underneath your door and the jumbo 2-inch foam tubes on either side block drafts, bugs, dust, and sound from coming in any extra large gaps, cutting down on your energy costs. It can be cut to the exact size you need and slides with the door so it doesn’t need to be re-positioned.

22These Brush Pens To Touch Up Your Walls Without Buying New Gallons Paint

Touch up the scuffs, chips, and discoloration on your walls, baseboards, windows, and more quickly and without calling in a pro with these paint brush pens. Use the included syringe to fill the pen with your desired color, and touch up any surface easily and mess-free. The paint will stay fresh in these pens for years, so you can keep them handy to avoid buying pricey new gallons of paint.

23These Silicone Food Savers That Stretch Around Leftovers

Keep your unused fruit and veggie halves fresher longer with these food huggers. Made of food-safe silicone, they come in five sizes designed for different sized foods — extra-small for bananas up to extra-large for grapefruit. They also work as substitute tops for jars and cans so you can keep that tomato paste good after using a single tablespoon.

24A Dimmable LED Bulb That You Can Control From Anywhere

This smart lightbulb works with Amazon’s Alexa verbal cues as well as the Alexa app, so you can control your lights from anywhere — so if you forgot to turn off the light, it’s an easy solution. It’s also dimmable and has 16 preset color options to customize for special moods or occasions. It even features a special vacation mode to set lights on a timer while you’re away.

25An Insulated Lunch Cooler That Keeps Things Cold For 8 Hours

This leakproof, insulated cooler keeps cold things cold for eight hours and warm things warm for four hours, making it an ideal lunch companion so you can pack leftovers instead of buying a salad every day. It has an adjustable shoulder strap, side mesh pockets, a deep back pocket, a front zippered pocket, and an inner mesh pocket for additional snacks.

26This Magentic Meal Prep Pad To Easily Plan Out A Weekly Menu

Make food prepping and grocery shopping easier than ever when you get your meals organized on this What To Eat pad. One side features seven pre-labeled boxes to fill in all your dinners for the week, and the other has spaces for you to list your breakfast, lunch, and snacks. The pad is magnetic, so you can remember you’re supposed to make a turkey breast for dinner — not order Chinese (again).

27A Pack Of Produce Saver Pods That Last For 1 Year

If your fruits and veggies start to go bad in your refrigerator after only a day or two, you need to check out this two-pack of produce savers. This set comes with two blue apples to hold internal packets, which last up to 90 days each. Those genius packets absorb ethylene gas to slow down the ripening process and keep your produce fresher for longer.

28A Compact Knife Sharpener With Over 62,000 5-Star Ratings

This mini knife sharpener features course and fine sharpening slots to get your straight and serrated blades looking and working good as new — saving you from buying pricey new cutlery. It has an ergonomic grip and a nonslip bottom that can grip the edge of your counter if you need extra leverage while sharpening.

29This Wine Stopper That Keeps Wine Fresh For 10 Days

Make your wine last longer — and avoid buying another bottle — when you have this vacuum seal creating wine stopper. The pump pushes the stopper into the bottle to create an airtight seal, preventing oxidation and keeping your wine fresher longer, so nothing goes to waste.

30A Pack Of Button Extenders To Adjust Shirts & Pants

Expand the collars of your shirts or the waistbands of your pants with these expanders. This set comes in multiple colors and sizes to match the style of your current buttons as closely as possible. And the insertable technology means no sewing is required, allowing you to quickly wear anything in your closet.

31These Silicone Cable Protectors That Also Help You Stay Organized

Not only do these cable protectors sit at the base of your chargers to offer sturdy support in case they’re tugged, ripped, frayed, or sensitive to damage, but they can also help you keep track of all the cords you have. Great for phone chargers, headphones, and more, these cable savers will help prolong the life of your wires to save you some serious cash.

32These Reusable Silicone Cupcake Liners That Are Nonstick

Swap out your single-use cupcake liners with these reusable ones to save money and help the planet. They come in bright, vibrant, party-ready colors and are made of food-grade silicone that’s heat resistant up to 428 degrees. Plus, they’re nonstick so your muffins, cupcakes, or egg bites won’t get stuck inside.

33This Double-Sided, Water-Resistant Slipcover To Protect Your Furniture

Whether you’re looking to protect your furniture or give your space a fresh update, check out this slipcover. It comes in a dozen sizes (and three dozen colorways) to work on everything from a chair to a four-seater sofa and features an elastic strip that secures it around the back of your furniture. It’s water-resistant, machine-washable, and reversible to change up the vibes any time.

34A Window Repair Kit To Fix Screens In Minutes

Patch up your screens instead of buying new ones with this clever weatherproof screen repair kit. To use, simply cut the screen patch to the needed size, apply the adhesive side to the tear, and use a blow dryer to heat it up. You’ll have a brand new, hole-less screen in just about a minute.

35A Compact Bag Sealer With A Carrying Case

This clever bag sealer applies heat to re-seal cereal bags, chip bags, cookie bags, pet food bags, and more in less than five seconds seconds. It keeps your food fresher longer,and allows you to re-use original packaging instead of buying additional food storage containers. It even comes with a carrying case, so you can close up that bag of candy in your desk drawer at work.

36A Bed Sheet Detangler For An Even Wash & Dry

This detangler attaches to your flat or fitted sheets to keep them from wadding into balls in the washer or dryer to make sure they’re always evenly and thoroughly cleaned and dried. It also stops other items in the machine from getting trapped in your sheets and can be used separately to hold socks so they don’t get lost.

37A Glass Screen Protector That’s Scratch Resistant

Protect your phone with a case and a screen protector to prevent scratches, cracks, and breaks for a longer-lasting phone. This one is made of tempered glass so it’s super clear, fingerprint-resistant, and highly responsive so you’ll never miss a swipe on your screen. It’s a popular Amazon find with over 98,000 five-star reviews.

38A Pour-Over Coffee Maker With A Stylish Glass Carafe

Save money by making cafe-worthy coffee at home with this pour-over coffee maker. Just fill the stainless steel filter with your favorite grounds, slowly add water, and in just one to two minutes, you have up to 10 ounces of delicious, premium coffee. And the glass carafe is heat-resistant with a cool-touch collar to protect your fingers from burns.

39A Glass Container To Keep Herbs Fresh For 2 To 3 Weeks

This container stores herbs like cilantro, mint, parsley, dill, and other greens to keep them fresh for two to three weeks — really. It has a glass base so you can always see what’s inside as well as a stainless steel core and plastic anchoring ladder so you always have easy access to the herb you need.

40This Gallon Water Bottle With Time Markers To Stay Hydrated

With over 25,000 ratings and a 4.5-star rating, this water bottle is a fan-favorite among those trying to stay hydrated. It not only has pre-labeled measurements on the side in ounces and milliliters but also time markers from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. to remind you to drink all day long. Plus, it comes with a straw and open lid, depending on your preferences.