6 Clever Items 05/04/23

Shop a packable, SPF sun hat, reusable paper towels, and mess-free silicone paint mats for kids.

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Hold On Bags

Going green and keeping the house clean aren't mutually exclusive, and the addition of these clever items makes doing both a breeze. Heavy-duty trash bags that are also compostable? Sign us up! Reusable paper towels that last up to three months? Love it. A silicone paint mat that saves on and cleaning supplies and time? OK, need. Check out all these game-changing cleaning items and more must-have products below.

ulta.com

Good Molecules’ Discoloration Correcting Body Treatment is can help give you even, glowing skin from head to toe. This treatment is specially formulated with niacinamide, jojoba seed oil, 2 percent TeraCeutic TXVector, and a blend of potent acids for whole-body skin cell rejuvenation, fading hyperpigmentation while hydrating, smoothing, and firming.

Price at time of publish: $15

holdonbags.com

Composting is great, but what about the rest of the trash? Now you can help save the planet and enjoy the modern convenience of using garbage bags—hallelujah! How? Try a compostable trash bag from HoldOn Bags. These heavy-duty trash bags are specially made from a blend of cornstarch, plant-based reusables, and non-toxic materials so they break down in weeks, not centuries.

Price at time of publish: $22

petco.com

Do your pets make a mess while drinking water? This innovative (dishwasher-safe!) water bowl from Pet Life will keep your floors clean and pets hydrated. Its lightweight splash guard floats to the top of the water, letting water to pass through, but keeping spills and splashes to a minimum. Just remove the splash guard to use it as a food bowl, too.

Price at time of publish: $16

papayareusables.com

These cute, reusable, cotton-and-cellulose-blend paper towels are the perfect green addition to your kitchen cleanup routine. With an average lifespan of two to three months, they're durable, all-natural, and compostable, super absorbent, quick to dry, and can easily be thrown into the washing machine for a deep-clean.

Price at time of publish: $18

amazon.com

Keep creative paint projects contained with this silicone craft mat that's nonstick, nonslip, and waterproof. It features a built-in paint pallet, mixing areas, pen holders, and a collapsible brush cup, to keep the creativity flowing, whatever you or the kids are working on. And it easily folds or rolls up for quick clean-up and on-the-go projects.

Price at time of publish: $18

hatattack.com

Don't carry your floppy sun hat while traveling—pack it! Hat Attack's packable hats made of cotton, linen, and cotton poplin fold flat in your tote or suitcase without damaging or denting. Not only are they chic and convenient for transport, but they also boast built-in SPF for added protection against the sun.

Price at time of publish: $87