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(StatePoint) Cult-favorite products acquire that status for a good reason. They’ve already been purchased, tested and adored and by other consumers. The good news is that identifying the fan favorites that can help you revamp your routine doesn’t have to require hours of research. Simply looking for The Product of the Year red seal of approval when shopping means the product has the thumbs-up from consumers like year.
The 2026 Product of The Year Awards is the nation’s largest consumer-voted awards program dedicated to recognizing product innovation. Winning products were selected based on the opinions of 40,000 American shoppers through an independent national study conducted by Kantar, a leading global research firm.
As you shop, consider these Product of the Year home/lifestyle winners:
Bathroom Cleaning: Scrubbing Bubbles Easy Clean
Make cleaning your bathroom the easiest job in the world with products perfect for quick cleaning between deep scrubs. The Multi-Purpose Foam Trigger and no-fatigue Continuous Spray dissolve tough bathroom stains in seconds. And the Foaming Toilet Powder easily removes limescale, leaving a fresh scent.
Bathroom Tissue: Charmin Forever Roll
With 1,700 sheets of two-ply softness, the Forever Roll lasts up to one month in a household of two, so you can ditch the frustration of changing the roll daily. The Forever Roll Starter Kit comes with two 12-inch rolls and a stainless-steel stand.
Dog Treat: Chewsday Dental Chews
Bringing innovation to dog dental care, these chews’ powerful enzymes make it easier to remove plaque and tartar. The unique shape features textured nubbins for daily scrubbing and an easy-to-hold handle for paws.
Home Cleaning: LYSOL Brand New Day
Bringing a fresh twist to disinfecting, each formula kills 99.9% of germs when used as directed and tackles grease, grime and everyday messes on over 100 hard surfaces. Convenient wipes, sprays and multipurpose cleaners in appealing fragrances make cleaning feel effortless.
Home Décor: WoodWick Renovation Candle
An optimized formulation that’s focused on a premium plant wax blend and an engraved lid represent the fragrances and colors seen in nature.
Home Fragrance: Yankee Candle Large Original Jar
The iconic Yankee Candle large jar now has a new look and premium plant wax blend for more fragrance. A fresh, modern design and over 95 crafted scents help elevate your day.
Lawn Fertilizer: Spectracide Lawn Fertilizer
This ready-to-spray solution makes fertilizing a breeze. Its QuickFlip nozzle attaches directly to your hose, providing a fast green and long-lasting color. Use it on all grass types any time of year.
Laundry: Tide Original Liquid Detergent
The brand’s biggest upgrade in 20 years, this boosted formula is designed for all fabrics, machine types, and wash temperatures, and has 25% more grease- and stain-fighting power, plus 40% more odor-fighting surfactants for a deeper clean, even in cold water.
Oral Rinse: TheraBreath Oral Rinse
When you swish twice daily for 1 minute with this alcohol-free dentist-formulated anticavity fluoride rinse, it delivers six powerful benefits in one: it fights cavities, freshens breath, kills bad breath bacteria, cleans the whole mouth, strengthens teeth and helps rebuild enamel.
Outdoor Mosquito Repellent: OFF! Area Repellent
When you don’t want to wear repellent on your skin, simply spray around the perimeter of the area you’re looking to protect to keep mosquitoes 6 feet away for up to six hours.
Period Underwear: hanky panky+ [powered by Saalt] Original Rise Thong
“The World’s Most Comfortable Thong” is now leakproof, bringing comfort, confidence and sustainability in one chic design. The gusset holds up to two panty liners’ or two tampons’ worth of light leaks, sweat or discharge. Crafted from signature stretch lace, it’s machine washable and ultra-soft.
Personal Care Kit: Bikini Zone Flow Shaving System
Travel light with this shaving system offering salon-quality results. The innovative razor head attaches directly to a shave gel tube, which acts as both handle and gel dispenser. No separate bottles, mess or fuss.
Pest Control: Zevo Compact Flying Insect Trap
This updated version of the brand’s number one selling Flying Insect Trap discreetly fits into tight spaces. Its blue and UV light attract and trap flying insects 24/7, while its sleek design keeps captured flies out of sight.
Weed Killer: Spruce Weed & Grass Killer
This worry-free weed and grass killer features an innovative formula that is safe for use around people, pets and bees when used as directed. Delivering visible results in as little as an hour, and dead weeds in one day, Spruce makes weeding simple.
For more information and the complete list of this year’s winners, visit productoftheyearusa.com.
Being an informed shopper can help you optimize your daily life. Thankfully, great resources make narrowing in on the best lifestyle essentials simple.
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