Name a product you like that you recommend DLers try.

Dark chocolate dipped peppermint Joe Joes from Trader Joe's.

Available just before Thanksgiving until the store runs out usually by Xmas.

Tasty.

I got this water flosser last year (inspired by a DL post!) - not a "name brand" but it works really well and the charge lasts a very long time. I love it!

r1, Those Peppermint Joe Joe's are so good!

Aldi's version made by Benton, Fudge Covered Peppermint Cremes, are also very good but only available for a short time around Christmas.

Weighted blankets. Any kind. Just weighted blankets. Puts me right to sleep.

african black soap

Equate brand High Performance Protein Shake, in chocolate, caramel or vanilla, 160 calories.

Kroger Carbmaster low-fat yogurt, 70 calories.

Low-fat mozzarella cheese sticks, 45-50 calories.

Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burgers, 120 calories.

Progresso Light Savory Vegetable Barley Soup, 130 calories.

Those premade pizza crusts in the refrigerated section with can biscuits and cookie dough. They’re good. Last time I couldn’t find any. I hope they still make them.

none

Nescafe Ice Roast Instant Coffee (blue bottle/label).

Good for a quick afternoon pick me up or during a power outage when you can't make hot coffee and need caffeine.

If you have a cat, Pretty Litter. It's the best on the market IMO.

I wash all my laundry in a mix of Tide and Lestoil. Heavier on the Lestoil than the Tide. Loads come very clean. There is a slight Lestoil smell when they come out of the washer, but that completely dissipates in the dryer.

Bigelow Green Tea with Ginger Plus Probiotics. Really helps with my digestion and yummy, too.

Lestoil is also great for spot treating oil-based stains in clothing, tablecloths, etc. before tossing in the washer.

it's so easy when you use Lestoil

Lee Press-Ons

Kratom. I used it to stop drinking and smoking. Of course now I'm hooked on kratom. But I'm definitely happier AND thinner. If anybody is interested I recommend DTE botanicals.

Mounjaro

Any detergent with the word oxy in it. That shit dissolves any stain.

Yes. That hole.

I recommend any low priced (under 1K) fully Swiss watch that has a visible mechanical movement. Tissot has a good one.

jewelry is for fags.

Such watches show REAL industrial and mechanical finesse, at a very fair price. So many things are a rip off nowadays but here is a superfluous commodity that delivers. And it's a pleasure and calming to occasionally just watch the movement and reflect on time ticking slowly cleanly onward.

Laundry Turtle

Dryer balls were a revelation to me. Won't ever go back to dryer sheets.

Trojan condoms

Brains

I love this pillow pad I got for my tablet a couple of years ago.

Depend Shield Incontinence Pads for Men Bladder Control Pads, Light

This is a great product. It's just a very thin pad to stick in your underwear and it absorbs any little leaks. Especially when you're wearing khaki slacks or shorts. Only around $15 for 58 pads.

Bounty paper towels, don't even bother with the generic brands.

Ranch dip kit using sour cream

DampRid products

Why don’t you try using deodorant?

[quote]Bounty paper towels, don't even bother with the generic brands.

I keep using Bounty even though they are so different from what they used to be.

Mr. Clean Clean Freak. It took dirt off my Arborite (Formica) kitchen table I didn't even know was [italic]there.

which Clean Freak?

The spray bottle stuff r35.

Also Persil. I thought Tide was top tier but the Germans really put Procter and Gamble to shame over that.

Those salonpas pads can really help with aches and pains

Persil detergent is great. The unscented version is my favorite but unfortunately it’s no longer sold in stores here in the US and is only available on Amazon.

If you prefer powder detergent Persil made in Germany is also good. Miele's powder laundry detergents are excellent but expensive, like all things Miele.

Clinique Moisture Surge

Witch Hazel to clean your face instead of soap.

Perwoll detergents are the best. They smell heavenly, too.

I enjoy an occasional non-threatening thread like this at a time when we’re about to be take over by the great orange turd and his flying monkeys.

The Rice Select Brand of rice that comes in plastic jars. Worth the money.

Amlactin, the best moisturing lotion which also has a slight exfoliating action because of the lactic acid.

Blendtec or Vitamix blender. You'll never regret it. I got a reconditioned one for 180.

The Ordinary serums for inexpensive, effective skincare.

Musely for expensive, effective skincare.

California Scents auto air fresheners

This thing sucks, and it's a good thing. And no hair tangles.

Power to The Foxes!

Crystal Light soft drink mix

Clinique - All About Eyes (now with vitamin C)

May I suggest Mr. Ray's Wig World?

Methylene blue for dermatitis and dandruff.

Fage plain 0% Greek yogurt

Palmer's Coconut Oil Body Lotion

R48, you beat me to it!

Patti's Pattycakes

Dorothy Lynch Homestyke Salad Dressing

Maille Dijon Mustard. Grey Poupon is good, but this one is a notch better.

Prid

Ken's Steakhouse Creamy Caesar salad dressing. As good as any I've had at a restaurant, and perhaps better.

Tussy

[quote]Crystal Light soft drink mix

WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS!

Toshiba portable AC.

I recently gave Hostess cherry pies another try after the 1970s.

I hate most things cherry flavored (except for some cough drops) but this is acceptable.

& only 100 calories a mini pie!

Scoundrel.

It's sophisticated and elegant, and there's something sexy about it, too.

Neutrogena T/Gel coal tar shampoo for plain old bad dandruff.

Gosset Brut nonvintage

I really like those Morningstar spicy black bean burgers but they are so pricey.

If you like donut shop type coffee K-cups, I think these are very good - they are much cheaper and I actually prefer them to Keurig's donut shop cups:

[quote] I really like those Morningstar spicy black bean burgers but they are so pricey.

I only buy them when they are on sale. Recently Kroger had a buy 2 get 1 free. Regularly priced at $4.99 for 4, that made it $3.33.

Wishful thinking.

R69 oh my God!! Fuck you!!

r69, MOAR!

American Tourister soft side luggage. Cheap and lasts forever. A friend’s Away is already dinged and dented. I’ve had my little carry-on for years and it looks great. It’s even been checked a few times.

Therabreath mouthwash.

Hot Cinnamon Anal Lube...

R73 “If it burns, that means it’s working….”

[quote] Kroger Carbmaster low-fat yogurt, 70 calories.

I'm surprised Kroger can call that Carbmaster stuff they sell "yogurt," since the No. 1 ingredient is water, and from the taste (and aftertaste) of it, something supplied from public works in Kentucky where it's made along with whatever that undisclosed "bioengineered food ingredient" they put in it is. I've tried it more than once. Never again. My boyfriend took one spoonful of it once and spit it out.

R69, some guys here tested the product. It wasn't well received. We went with a competing product instead.

R75, it’s delicious, especially the flavors like cinnamon roll and orange vanilla. It’s a great low-calorie snack or breakfast and it’s filling.

York Peppermint Patty

^^ from the freezer.

Really? After all I done did for you people?

StretchTite cling wrap. I know it's plastic and horrible, but it works better than any other brand.

My Waterpik combination water flosser/toothbrush. Both functions in one unit.

Fresh squeezed Valencia oranges. There's nothing like real orange juice.

Helenesque for that fresh feeling in your bussy. Ask for Helenesque in the cut glass decanter. At Dollar stores everywhere except where prohibited by law.

Oz Polish by Mohawk

Through the years I've collected a number of mid-century modern vintage furniture. I've tried countless products, but nothing compares to this polish. It transforms wood furniture, bringing it back to life with a beautiful shine that lasts. It dries quickly, isn't greasy, and even minimizes the appearance of scratches—unlike other polishes that only look good when wet. I discovered this gem through a Facebook group of professional MCM furniture refinishers, and it’s now the only product I use.

What's even better is that this polish avoids the issues that come with silicone or citrus-based polishes. Those products might seem effective at first, but they often leave a sticky buildup that can dull the finish over time. Worse, they can actually damage the wood by trapping moisture or eating away at the protective layers. This polish, on the other hand, nourishes and protects the wood without any of those downsides. It’s especially great for larger projects, although I also recommend the OZ Aerosol Spray for quick touch-ups. My living room tables look brand new, and my kitchen cabinets have never looked better. It’s truly a must-have for anyone serious about maintaining or restoring their wood furniture!

Private Selections' Mexican Style Hot Chocolate ice cream.

I can only find it in a pint but it's my new 2024 food love.

An ounce of ketchup in your lady ham can be of service at the strangest hour.

[quote]Neutrogena T/Gel coal tar shampoo for plain old bad dandruff.

It's been discontinued, unfortunately.

R27

I love mine, too!

Yasso frozen yogurt bars. They come in many flavors, and every one I've tried is delicious. They're creamy, rich and sweet and only 100 calories.

Reynolds Wrap non-stick aluminum foil. It really works. For example, it's great for lining baking sheets when you're roasting vegetables or cooking bacon in the oven.

R88 Yes! I let them soften up for a few minutes. They taste better that way.

R86, looks like only the Extra Strength version is discontinued. Our local grocery has (had?) a store brand version of the regular strength that worked reasonably well and had a milder scent.

I haven't been able to find it for at least a year, R65. I'm in America for the record. Right now my partner's using a knockoff I found at Price Chopper, I just hope they don't stop making it too.

Someone in that Reddit link mentions this and I am going to try this

Fume free Easy Off oven cleaner. I first tried it on my shower floor (molded fiberglass). It worked. Used it (with Saran wrap) on some old linoleum tile in my office (really bad caked-on gunk). It worked. Used it on adhesive residue on glass. Worked.

The Yellow can gets the gunk off Le Creuset.

R94, I also have a fiberglass shower floor. How long did you let the cleaner sit?

R96, about an hour. You can look up videos on YouTube if you need verification of this process. Don't be skimpy with the spray.

R92 Neutrogena T-gel coal tar shampoo shows as available on Amazon.

3-foot foam roller (amazon) for back and neck stretching. I think you can use it for the psoas (massage / pressure point), but i haven't been using it for that.

100!

Trader Joe’s frozen empanadas . Wrap one in a wet paper towel, nuke for 3 minutes and eat for any meal.

Trader Joe’s frozen TAMALES (not empanadas). Wrap one in a wet paper towel, nuke for 3 minutes and eat for any meal.

Dr. Tichenor’s full strength gargle for sore throat.

Full strength? Doesn't your head explode? That stuff is strong.

Full strength? You might as well gargle with rubbing alcohol.

Lume...awesome stuff...takes you from daybreak to sundown smelling like, well, no smell

R102, I love those and always have a few in the freezer. If you want to jazz the tamales up, you can heat some TJ's enchilada sauce and pour it over them.

That's another thing to try: Trader Joe's enchilada sauce.

Vagasil powdee

Anti shit spray

Tarocco blood orange shampoo and conditioner. It's the only product I bought after using hotel samples. It does a great job and smells incredible.

R110, I love the idea of a blood-orange scented shampoo, so I checked Amazon. They do carry it, but it's very expensive. I don't mind the price, but some of the reviews complain that the scent is very faint compared to what they had experienced, like you, in a hotel. Where do you buy your supplies? Do you find the shampoo has a nice strong orange smell?

Whole Foods blood orange Italian soda is delicious.

[quote] Witch Hazel to clean your face instead of soap.

I use an electric razor and use Witch Hazel in the middle of the shave, it helps get those hairs that tend to lay down and hard to shave stand up more and it also soothes the face. Put it on a wash cloth and it helps remove dead skin.

OP, Aldi makes a similar cookie, I buy them every fall. Aldi has some good mustards, too, that I buy closer to Oktoberfest.

R111 check eBay

R111, I got a shampoo/conditioner set on Amazon for $50. I don't use it every day, but it's very concentrated and I've had it over a year. And the smell is still strong.

Queen Hélène Mint Julep face mask.

Mother’s Maid cherry or apple pie filling from Dollar Tree. Hands down the fruitiest out there. Comstock and every one else be damned.

Powdee? Are you 4 years old?

Buitoni pasta (tortellini especially), I also like their pesto sauce much more than any other brand.

Shame

Dignity

For the orange lovers, this Voluspa candle smells really good.

If you're looking for a loveseat/small sofa for small seat I highly recommend this. It's comfortable and provides good support (my bf with back issues loves it). And the dark blue color is lovely (it also comes in other colors).

Assembly required, which I'm hopeless at, but I hired a guy to do it through the Task Rabbit app and he put it together in no time flat.

Thank you, R115 and R116.

Seroquel

Grr. Meant to write *small space* (NOT *small seat*!).

Thanks to who ever posted about Mr. Clean Clean Freak spray. I bought some and it really works well.

The Unbrush is a detangling brush that works remarkably well, on both wet and dry hair. It's pain-free and does a great job at managing my fine, curly, tangly hair. And supposedly it works well on all hair types.

R123, that is a nice little love seat.

My old bed fell apart and I needed a new one. But I just moved, which was expensive, and couldn't afford to get a brand new bed right now. So I decided to try an air mattress.

I bought a King Koil, which is pricier than most air mattresses but worth it. It's 20 inches thick and extremely comfortable to sleep on. You plug it in and pump in air until it reaches the desired level of firmness.

I have a bad back but I've been sleeping on this for over two months now with no issues. I won't say it's as good as a regular bed and mattress, but it's definitely more comfortable than, say, a futon. I'll be buying a new bed soon but I'll be keeping this one for guests.

Imodium works.

Guerlain Terracotta (Men 01) - matt bronzing powder

Weleda Skin Food. The original formula heals cracks and inflammation on my hands overnight. Maybe it's just magical with MY skin, but I'm telling you, I can't live without it.

Liverwurst by Boar's Head

O Cedar RinseClean Spin mop

Wal-Mart?

Any TJ product that became so popular that customers start yelling at the employees when they're sold out. The sheet carrot cake and the liege waffles with pearl sugar are the winners this year.

Scruff is a great site to meet sugar daddies.

Method Daily Shower Spray. Pleasant smell and does an excellent job keeping the mold and mildew off shower curtains and tiles.

Swiss colony Gingerbread cookies! Soft, sumptuous, and delicious.

Arsenic.

Thanks for the recommendation, R122! I went on Amazon and bought a small box set of votives, kind of like a sampler. I love it! They're shockingly affordable; the box I got was $14.99 with a 30% discount coupon. I’m planning to buy a few more to keep on hand for last-minute gifts—whether it’s for a birthday, housewarming, or any other occasion.

When ALDI sells the Doppelkeks those are worth going in for

Valium.

R142, glad you liked the Voluspa candles. Hope you got an orange one in your assortment.

Biscoff cookies (the kind you used to get on the airlines).

Anyway, delicious, not expensive, and they're actually vegan.

R146 was given them on my flight on Sunday

R131 so you don’t shit during anal we know

Kaboom Bathroom Cleaner

[Quote] so you don’t shit during anal we know

well, if it worked for your father why not

In all seriousness Strivectin TL tightening neck cream.

R62- curious what model you have? How long have you had it?

R122 that would be a good tin for powder and a puff.

Try PENIS, I highly recommend it!

Better Life Tub and Tile Cleaner

Soap / body wash

I haven't had any Pop Tarts in ages, but I saw they had some weird new flavors & got "Frosted Chocolate Chip Pancake" to try this year.

I just adore them which means they will discontinue them in no time..

Copper tongue scraper on Amazon

32 oz cans of shit spray at Dollar Tree

FDS Spray

Dr. Bronner's Salsuds

I recommend Walmart's Great Value brand pumpkin spice douche. It's like a breath of spiced, fresh air from, and for, my cooch.

Polar Diet Black Cherry soda.

Leaf Lard.

That's all.

if you have a friend with access to a restaurant supplier try to get the cleaning sanitizer they have - it's amazing. you have to be careful about how you portion the mix with water but that shit will clean pretty much anything and so fast.

Dawn

Sidney Pillow for Side Sleepers. Supposedly dupe for Coop Homegoods pillow. Tons of videos about the Sidney pillow on youtube and also comparing it to Coop.

Comes with extra foam. $39 on Amazon right now, but it fluctuates, usually approx. $50.

The video explains how to prep it before use.

Stanley Steamer

Baseboard Buddy

Bio Cleaner ( 2 jars of paste comes with sponge and cloths)

I can only find it on QVC

I really had a hard time getting my black glass stove top completely free of smudges and smears despite trying expensive specialty cleaners

This cleans black glass stove top, stainless steel sinks, porcelain sinks, grills, etc.

Inexpensive and really works with little elbow grease, my stainless kitchen sinks shine like new. Highly recommended

Lithium.

r170 try e-cloth. it's what I use.

put.io

dude wipes

Nest grapefruit candle. The absolute best kitchen candle for mitigating cooking odors.

Any foot spa by Kendall. For some it may seem like something you’d use once or twice. I’ve had mine for over two years and use it on the regular. I have found that I like 1 foot at a time for better balance and a better range of things to do while I’m soaking, and I haven’t quite figured out how to up the temperature other than pressing the same button over and over or starting with warm or hot water. For me it was an excellent 100.00 investment.

Scented candle fumes are part of what makes the frau brain addled.

Castelbel soap from Portgual is really great. There are many different scents. One called "Honey Comb is my favorite. It's really high quality. If you're ever at store like Home Goods look for it in their bath soap aisle. I find single and double packs of it there from time to time. Costs between $3.99 and $4.99 there. The bars are big. I cut them in half, so it's not that much more than a 2-pack of regular soap. Otherwise, it's too expensive for me. Usually sells on Amazon for around $12 a bar, sometimes higher elsewhere.

My sister turned me on to gel under eye patches. Put them on for 15 minutes in morning, really shrinks the under eye puffiness and brightens darkness. Does make a surprising albeit temporary difference. I don't use them everyday, just on "those mornings".

There are many brands at many prices, but these have no retinol or strong chemicals in them. I use Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hydra Gel eye Patches.

R11 How dirty are your clothes?

Island Way Sorbet

Thanks R172 for the e-cloth recommendation. I just used them on my microwave, refrigerator and stove and can't believe how great they look. I've tried everything and this is definitely the easiest and the best.

R179 they’re sloppy

I don't find the gel eye patches sloppy. The ones I use come with a sort of flattened spoon tool. I use it to lift the patches from the jar, place under eye, use the tool to smooth them into place. No problem leaving them on for 15 minutes, whilst I enjoy morning coffee and read DL. Then just remove, there is no residue, skin feels slightly moist.

Steroids.

They’re sloppy and messy

I know a lot of bitches on here love expensive candles like I do, but I found a really nice, cheap candle at Whole Foods by their house brand 365 called Lakeside Leaves. It’s mildly spicy and totally autumnal. Perfect for mug-cradling season.

Brains

Get some

I would never ever pay 50.00 for a fucking pillow.

[quote] Private Selections' Mexican Style Hot Chocolate ice cream.

I can only find it in a pint but it's my new 2024 food love.

I thought I was the only one R84. Its divine.

Trader Joe's Sicilian Lemon Juice to pep up fizzy water. Also, DaVinci Gournet Rose Syrup is good in lime water.

Watermelon Fabuloso

To R189, Kohl's The Big One Calif. King on sale. It's a 2 pack, bought it 6 months ago, $7.99.

R189 surely you jest

I never jest when it comes to my sleeping& pillows.

Also at Whole Foods, the seasonal apple-pear-ginger Italian soda!

Maybelline Moisture Whip lipstick

I recommend this

Pre de Provence Shea Butter sea salt soap- Heaven!

Yeah, I don't understand extreme cheapness on bedding. Whatever it takes to get a good night's sleep, it's worth it, IMO.

No, I'm not talking about frette sheets and stuff like that. But a good, firm mattress, 100% cotton fitted sheet, nice blanket, good pillow, etc. (No decorative pillows, though. All pillows must be functional.)

Allbirds sneaker-slipper shoes. The company fucked up with its attempted expansion into athletic footwear and all that, but its original shoes are so comfy and perfect for indoor 'round-the-house wearing. I always have a pair waiting by the door when I come home.

For emergency lunches when you want something semi-healthy.

The twin-packs of bagged salads from Costco. I just tried one for the first time. It was the "Sweet Kale" one. Not that much kale, actually. Basically, a chopped salad of cruciferous vegetables plus a pouch of salad dressing (creamy, little bit sweet) and a pouch of pumpkin seeds & dried cranberry. The price was reasonable.

This is inspiring me to "make" my own by just buying the chopped veg and making my own dressing.

Hamburgers.

Method Squirt and Mop floor cleaner.

Not impressed with any method products no matter how many I try

O yeah, the sweet kale salad is my favorite. I usually add cucumber and extra salted sunflower seeds and raisins. The cruciferous salads last a long time, not like the lettuce salads.

Well, I go thru pillows. New one every couple of months. I do buy 800 tc Egyptian cotton sheets and cooling pillow cases though. I layer my old pillows on my mattress under two puffy toppers. I like a tall soft bed.

bump for more.

I'm backtracking on my Costco sweet kale bag salad recommendation. Counter-intuitively, it causes me constipation. How the hell does a bunch of vegetables cause constipation? Is it the salad dressing (that comes in the bag)?

I'm retracting that recommendation.

Kale is loaded with iron which is binding.

R210, I did not realize that! Thanks!

Little Debbie Snack Cakes

I loathe kale

R211 Oddly enough, I was in Costco about an hour ago and saw that and thought “looks good” but didn’t buy it. My GI transit time is slow enough already from Ozempic. Spinach or kale could bring things to a standstill.

They had Harry’s razor blade refills this time (none last month) at $9.99 a dozen with an extra handle and blade included. I’d recommend them. I use one cartridge a month so ten bucks to shave for a year. They’re as good as Gillette and seem to stay sharper longer.

"As good as Gillette" is a pretty strong statement ...

It is indeed. And after a year of Harry’s following over half a century using Gillette products, I find they’re as good and cost less than half what Gillette charges for a similar blade - Gillette makes some pretty shitty throwaway blades, too - but I’m comparing them to Gillette’s top line five blade curved head whatever they call it now razor blade.

Thanks, R216, good to know. I just stocked up on some Gillette cartridges, but nice to know there's an alternative.

Toyota Prius Prime!

2025 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid

My GMC Yukon XL SUV

Chartering a yacht

I thought rich people don't say "yacht." They say "boat."

Cognac, as a substitute for whiskey in cocktails. You've never tasted a Manhattan as smooth as one made with cognac. It's expensive if you drink like a fish, but if you're a 1 or 2 cocktail-a-night person, the cost (which, granted, is quite steep) more than worth it.

Freshly cut pineapple for those late-night snacks.

Slap-chop

Weather Tech vehicle floor liners

DeCecco Pasta- its just such decent quality for the price-

Beechers Macaroni and Cheese- I just think this IS the only Mac and Cheese. I love Beechers Flagship Cheese as well- Its the best-

Let me add Voluspa Candles-- Best deal you can ever get these for is when Bloomingdales has them for 25% off-- Its an insane deal for these-

My favorites are Spiced Pumpkin Latte and Crushed Candy Cane--

I need to try their new Casa Pacific next summer-