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Mar 05, 2024

36 Products To Help You Tackle Every Stinky Problem

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

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Promising review: "I didn’t use the included scent but instead a cotton ball with peppermint essential oil. This is sooo cute and fits perfectly on my car air vent, does not fall off. Very easy to add more essential oil. The propeller spins when the heat or air is on, love it!" —SolLuna Flores

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in eight styles).

Promising review: "Glad's ForceFlex garbage bags are seriously the best. They're super strong and can hold a ton of garbage without tearing or leaking. Plus, they have this amazing Febreze scent that keeps my kitchen garbage smelling fresh and clean; who doesn't love a good smelling garbage bag? And let's be real, nobody wants to deal with a stinky kitchen. So, if you're in the market for some new garbage bags, I highly recommend giving these a try. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!" —Kelly

Get a box of 90 from Amazon for $21.99.

Look at that foam go!

Promising review: "We moved into a townhouse that had a garbage disposal in the kitchen. Never had one growing up and didn't think too much about it until the funky smell started. I researched ways to clean it and came across these. Decided to order a four pack and try them. THEY ARE LIFE CHANGING. Just run some water, toss the packet in, and turn on the disposal. The little packet does all the hard work for you. I order a new set as soon as we start to run low." —lucas broshears

Get it from Amazon for $3.78.

I have similar item in the bottom of my baby's diaper pail and it really does make a difference! Reviewers also note it's been a great addition to their laundry baskets as well.

Promising review: "We consistently take out the garbage from our diaper pail, and even though the odor is sealed into the pail sometimes there can be a lingering odor when you go to change the bag. I decided to pop two of these in the pail underneath the plastic bag to see if it would help combat the smell and it’s like magic. We haven’t noticed any scent so far and they last a long time, 3+ months of odor control! (We have a 3.5-month-old). Definitely will be throwing one of these into my husband's tennis bag!" —Maddie Vasiliev

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.98.

Promising review: "This product is amazing!!!! We have a Rottweiler pup and a bichon pup and our house was feeling the PAIN! I tried everything and use to tell my wife, 'with all the science and technology in the world we still can’t come up with something that gets rid of the dog mark smell!' This product does everything and more. Just ordered another round. We were about to throw away some furniture due to the smell and now after use we can keep it. Saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." —clayton s tonkin

Get it from Amazon for $19.97.

I have these tablets and use them all the time! They work especially great after the bottom of my dishwasher has gotten stained with residue from detergent or rusty-looking liquid after I've run my baking sheets through the wash. I love knowing I can just pop one into the dishwasher 1, 2, 3, and end up with a clean machine.

Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher, due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and just not getting clean. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh in Good Housekeeping magazine. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I am amazed!" —Sheila

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

You can use this product on both front-load and top-load washing machines. I ran it through the old washing machine that was left in my new house (beggars can't be choosers!) and it came out nice and clean.

Promising review: "Works great. My washer started smelling like sour clothes. In turn, my clothes were smelling sour as well. I plopped an Affresh Tab in the washer and let it do its magic. After it was done I opened the washer and to my surprise there was no smell at all. This is a six-pack so buy one box for half a year or two boxes, and only have to order once per year. Definitely recommend." —jcski

Get it from Amazon for $11.95 (also available in a six-pack).

I recently tried this stuff for the first time and can confirm it's fantastic. I use it on my frying pans and the grill pans from my Griddler (which is ALWAYS a pain to clean). It loosens all the gunk and makes it much easier to clean burnt bits and pieces off. It also really does smell incredible — very fresh and delightful!

Promising review: "This is the best partner in the kitchen!! You need it now and always. Great for hard stains and even for a quick clean. I always have back ups never run out. RUN DON'T WALK TO ADD THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR CART RIGHT NOW." —Carlos G

Get it from Amazon for $16.88 for a bundle.

Promising review: "I'm loving this little brush. I had purchased another dish brush a while back from the grocery store and the bristles were so stiff that it often splattered soap everywhere. This one isn't like that. The bristles are stiff, but soft enough that they tend to cling to what you're brushing, so they don't cause that splatter effect. I also like that you can open the whole thing up by taking its top off to refill it, giving you plenty of room to pour in the dish soap. The ability to easily remove and replace the brush is another very handy feature. Both are easy to do and it's well made, so they're not likely to come open or undone unexpectedly." —Elliria

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

Who says a day of pampering should only be for us humans? This easy-to-use pet wand will help you shower your dog with love (and water) from the comfort of your home. My dog used to hate the car, so taking all 80 pounds of him to the groomer was often a struggle (to say the least). By using this attachment we were able to clean up him up without feeling anxious. The unique wand is curved to provide full coverage while washing your pet. It also has an 8-foot-long flexible hose for extended reach and be used indoors or outdoors.

Promising review: "Our dogs hate baths, so bathing them was always a time-consuming hassle. With this product, it’s quick and easy! Our dogs are working dogs who are out in public all day every day, so we have to keep them looking, smelling and feeling clean to the touch. This product makes that easy for us and our dogs. I would definitely buy it again (but it will probably last for decades) and have already recommended it to family and friends." —Jonah 1:3

Get it from Amazon for $49.99.

I personally use Native because it's free of parabens and aluminum and actually prevents me from sweating through my clothing. My husband loves it, too!

Promising review: "I have been using Native for two years now, usually get it directly from the website and am so happy to see it on Amazon. It is the BEST deodorant I have ever used and I’m a SWEATER. I never stink, even after a long kickboxing or spin class. Plus it’s easy on my sensitive skin. Highly recommend!!" —Suzanne Makula

Get it from Amazon for $12.97+ (available in six scents).

Promising review: "These work really well. They serve as a deodorant in addition to a wipe. The smell is a nice vanilla/coconut scent. I wouldn't mind if it was slightly less scented, but it's in no way overpowering. I'm one who goes for unscented or mild scents only. I was concerned the wipes in the package would dry out quickly, but I've had this in my tote all summer, out in the heat, etc and they are still moist and functional. It's mostly natural product and cruelty free so it checks all the boxes for me. Would buy again." —AvidReader

Get them from Amazon for $8.99

Promising review: "I needed a new toilet brush that would fit in a confined space and didn't tip over easily. The BOOMJOY toilet brush is stylish — if that is an adjective that can be used to describe a toilet brush — functional, and compact. The silicone bristles seem to do the job they were designed to do." —Snowlady

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 10 colors).

I own and cherish this product. It's a dream knowing the "brush" is fresh and hasn't been intimate with the inside of my toilet prior to my picking it up again. This set comes with the wand and 16 refills.

Promising review: "The primary reason I decided to purchase the Clorox Toilet Wand was so I could clean under my toilet rims, which I noticed was definitely getting neglected via using the standard toilet brushes to clean. Initially, I was looking for a toilet brush that had the shape needed to actually GET under the rim, and that's how I found out about it. Now that I've used it... I can say without a doubt that'll I'll never go back to a regular brush. I like the cleanliness of the disposable brushes as opposed to a regular toilet brush. And I especially like that I don't have to purchase a second brush with a shape capable of cleaning under the rim, which not only takes up more space, but also would take more time given I'd have to switch back and forth and apply product. With this, I can just clean the entire pot in less than five minutes with the same tool." —Brittney Nelson

Get it from Amazon for $20.86.

I have this product and it really does work! It took me a minute to figure out how to apply it, but after reading the enclosed directions it was a cinch! You quite literally stamp it into the inside of the toilet bowl and leave it be. It smells super refreshing for a long time — as if you've cleaned your toilet every time you flush.

Promising review: "Okay I was so confused when I opened this but honestly it’s easy to use and after I completely deep cleaned my bathroom, I tried one of these stamps on my toilet. I was sooo skeptical and was confused how they’d work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They’re super interesting but they do the job." —Janet

Get a set of six from Amazon for $4.99.

Door-Doc is a small business! You can see it in action on TikTok.

Promising review: "This is amazing, a simple tool that has helped kill off the smell from my washer. My washer when not closed would swing all the way open, not just a crack. This bad boy leaves it open a few inches so it breathes. The magnet is sturdy enough to hold the door in place but easy enough to pop off if you gently pull the door open." —Sherry S.

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in two colors).

You might as well go ahead and add this set of essential oils to your cart while you're at it (lavender is my personal favorite).

Promising review: "This is a really great diffuser, especially for a first timer like myself. It's small and simple and also succeeds in freshening up my entire room. The 30-second burst is great at keeping your space feeling and smelling great throughout the day, while the continuous mode lasts for about six hours so I keep it on while I'm sleeping. Overall, a really great and inexpensive diffuser!" —Pascal Ibe

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four styles).

Juniperseed Mercantile is woman-owned small business based in Littleton, Colorado.

Promising review: "This product is amazing! 15 minutes later and my toilet is looking brand new with minimal effort. I would recommend this to everyone!" —shelby rieth

Get a pack of eight from Juniperseed Mercantile on Etsy for $13.

Promising reviews: "The ChomChom Roller really works. I have two German shepherds who shed SO much, so this was necessary. The ChomChom Roller picked up SO much fur the vacuum couldn’t." —Ezra Gordon

"I've had it in my possession for like two hours and I've cleaned everything. The couch, the blinds, the cat tree pad, the chair; I'm obsessed. I feel like this thing should win an award for being so awesome. I feel like it should be in raffle baskets and giveaways and silent auctions for every event that highlights 'things cat people need.' It's better than those sticky rollers, it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." —Meowser

Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

Good Vibes is a Black woman-owned small business in Philadelphia that makes an array of plant-based cleaning products. The product itself is very soapy, so be sure to dilute it properly before going to town on all of your surfaces.

Get it it from Good Vibes for $12.50.

Promising review: "This stuff is legit and actually works! Used this in conjunction with the Kodal anti-odor socks and now after basketball practice my sons feet no longer require the windows to be rolled down. Winner." —JT in NC

Get it from Amazon for $10.49.

I personally can vouch for how amazing this product is. I watched with my own eyes as it magically cleared out the gross-ness from my previous apartment's jetted tub's pipes. It's pretty disgusting and incredible.

Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I’ve cleaned my jets recently with laundry detergent (something I saw to do on Pinterest) but it was no match to this life changing cleaner!! Absolutely fabulous. Will be purchasing more and adding it to my cleaning routine! THANK YOU!!" —Stephie B

Get it from Amazon for $17.84.

Promising review: "This spray works! I only write a review if I’m really happy with something or really disappointed and I appreciate all whom write reviews. I have been using this spray for a week since cleaning my shower doors and there is NO SCUM. Still looks clean after a week. Usually by the third day my glass shower doors look dirty." —G. Guill

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $10.10.

There wasn't a lot of ventilation in my apartment bathroom, so during the summer the grout used to get gunky and gross looking from the humidity. I had been battling this specific bathroom grime for weeks and tried a whole array of products to no avail. Finally, I purchased Skylarlife Home Mold and Mildew Remover Gel. The results were outstanding. It’s super simple: put on a pair of gloves and apply the clear gel around your grout. Let it sit for five to six hours (I suggest opening all your windows, it’s got a strong smell) then rinse it off with cold water.

Promising review: "Wow! I would give this 10 stars if I could. We've had issues for a few years with the caulking behind the handle of our kitchen faucet turning black from mildew. We've scrubbed with what seems like a million different products, with no luck. We were actually just talking about ripping out the caulking and doing a total replacement. But my husband saw this online the other day and decided to order it. Almost immediately when he applied it, you could see it was starting to work. We left it on overnight and the black is COMPLETELY GONE! It's incredible. 1,000% worth the (small) investment." —Nicole D.

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

While most of us have likely used Poo-Pourri’s classic toilet spray at least once by now (and if you haven’t, OMG it will change your life) you may not know they actually make other products that’ll help you solve other stinky problems!

I’ve been using their latest air and fabric spray and cannot say enough good things about it. It’s impressive how well it covers a stench. I’ve really put it to the test — I’ve been using it after opening the poop and pee filled diaper pail in my son’s room. Lemme tell you, even the best diaper pail on the market won’t conceal how horrible a dirty diaper smells when you open it to throw out another one. Honestly, the smell lingers and quickly fills the air. Which is where the air spray comes in. I literally only spritz it once and the stink of the diapers disappears!

In addition to keeping it beside my changing table, I've also added it into my bathroom's necessities. It's simply fantastic, smells great, and gets the job done!

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four scents).

Not to get *too* detailed about my bathroom situation, but I can assure you this stuff really works. I currently work in the room directly next to the main bathroom in our home, which is not been the most fun (as you can imagine). However, I've introduced Poo-Pourri into our home and it's made a huge difference. You only need one or two sprays directly into your toilet before you *do your business* for it to cover up any unpleasant smells. My husband even walked into the bathroom once and said "it smells so good in here" and I promptly said "AHA! IT'S THE POO-POURRI!" He said "ew" and walked away — but it is proof it really works!

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

This comes with the jar of oven scrub as well as a professional-grade metallic scrubber. You can use this to clean your enamel oven, racks, the oven door's interior glass panel. Everneat is a small business based in Fairfield, Connecticut that sells 100% natural cleaning products and microfiber cloths.

Promising review: "I am in absolute shock over how well this works. I really wish I took a before picture. WOW! My oven door window had grime on it for years that I couldn't get off from the previous owners so I'm estimating it's been like that for 4+ years. Nothing helped to cut through it and finally this oven cleaner made it look brand new. Still in shock!! Would highly recommend. Also, the smell of the product is sooo delightful." —Vanessa

Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $19.99 (available in three scents).

Mama Wunderbear is a small business!

Promising review: "I was super excited when my eucalyptus bundle arrived beautifully wrapped and smelling magnificent! My entire bathroom smells divine and gives me a true sense of clam. It not only looks lush and smells delicious but I believe it is a stress reliever. I highly recommend this product! Love Love Love!!" —Kristen Evanson

Get it from Amazon for $39.99.

Other reviews on sold-out listings mention that it's great for covering up dead animal smells (sometimes mice get in your car?!) and that funeral directors also swear by it. So there's that. BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly notes, "My mom uses this on regular smells (like our alive family dog Hank and cooking wafts), and it WORKS."

Promising review: "Ozium is by far the best spray for odors. This product works to eliminate — not just cover up odors. Even tough odors like eggs, pets, or bathroom. I use it daily, sometimes just to freshen the rooms. My friends and family always compliment how fresh our place always smells. Thank you Ozium!!" —John Nettles

Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

Promising review: "This is one product that really delivers. It was put to the test when our pup had several bouts of diarrhea on the cream/gray woven wool rug in our bedroom. The stains had several hours to soak in before we discovered them. I’ve posted both before and after photos. Although I had to spray and blot with a towel multiple times, the stains are virtually gone. The scent of Rocco & Roxie is pleasant and all traces of the nasty smell are gone. If you have an indoor pet, you NEED to buy this stuff. It cleans better than anything I’ve used before." —msgrafix

Get it from Amazon for $19.97.

Check out a Tiktok of the "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner in action.

Promising review: "This product is so amazing, I'm going to get one for all of my children. I am a teacher, and I let my students use my microwave. Usually it takes me half an hour of scrubbing after 31 students have made popcorn, and heated up lunches. This time I used the product, and I literally spent less than one minute just wiping down the microwave!!! I will now keep one in my classroom, and one at my home. A miracle product that actually does what it says, remarkable!!!" —Desiree Barlow

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four colors and as a set of two).

Check out a TikTok of the deodorizer in action.

Promising review: "I love how little space this deodorizer takes up. I’ve had a few different brands and types, but all were fairly bulky. This charged fast, and I love I only need to recharge monthly. My fridge hasn’t smelled once since I’ve started using." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two colors).

Humble Suds is a woman-owned small business based in Denver, Colorado that sells plant-based cleaning products.

Promising review: "Love these cleaning sprays. Use them to clean all surfaces. They smell so nice and I know they're safe for my kids and puppy. Will buy again and again!" —Kati Sharwark

Get a set of three from Humble Suds on Etsy for $44.85.

Check out a TikTok of the twist-off vase in action.

Amaranth Vase Company is a small business that was started to solve the problem of the messiness and inconvenience of caring for a bouquet of flowers.

Promising review: "Most genius vase. The flowers last so much longer, because you can change the water and snip the stems to keep bacteria from growing and killing your flowers. It’s also beautiful as a vase itself, super modern and chic." —Eliezer Labkowsky

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two sizes and six colors).

My sister has THREE large dogs and absolutely swears by these!

BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly has had nothing but good things to say about this brand: "It's been a few years since I first experienced the powerful-but-lovely waft of a Pet House candle and back then I had a dog roommate (who's quite slobbery). But even a few years later living solo, sans pets, I burn them quite often. They're amazing at quickly canceling out my downstairs neighbor's nightly weed smells (to each their own, buddy) and basically any cooking smell on earth, including onions, Brussels sprouts, garlic, and more. My kitchen is *right* by my closet so canceling out weird food smells is vital. These will forever be my GOAT candle and there are so many scents to keep some variety going."

Check out Elizabeth's full review of Pet House candles here.

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in 55 scents).

I have one of these in my front bathroom that guests primarily use and constantly receive compliments about how great it smells in there. Bath & Body Works releases new designs of these quite often, so I typically swap them in and out depending on the season. The one seen above is new and is so cute I'd absolutely leave it out year round. They also offer an unbelievable number of scent options, so good luck choosing one to start out with.

Get it from Bath & Body Works for $29.95 and check out all the wallflower scent options here.

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