Bug Removers for Cars Tested (Before and After Comparisons)

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  • Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
  • Testing15 bug and tar removers for you car for bug removal strength. Before and after results from testing 15 different bug removers for cleaning automotive paint.
    3D Bug Remover: amzn.to/3IJcmYs
    Sonax Insect Remover: amzn.to/3aCx9Ad
    Turtle Wax Power Foam Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3AB7aDX
    Turtle Wax Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3c3fGRD
    Rain-X Bug and Tar Defense: amzn.to/3NXL9SJ
    Stoner Car Care Bug Eraser Car Cleaning Wipes: amzn.to/3z3E92k
    Mothers Speed Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3S97e60
    Armor All Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3uBGter
    Griot's Garage Bug and Smudge Remover: amzn.to/3o7u7XD
    Meguiar's Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3PpAVeX
    Goo Gone Automotive: amzn.to/48GtGZN
    Rust-Oleum 251567 Wax and Tar Remover: amzn.to/3NWdp88
    Lifter-1 Bug & Tar Removers: amzn.to/3nSxp12
    Stoner Car Care 91154 10-Ounce Tarminator: amzn.to/3Pi9NP6
    Microfiber Towels: amzn.to/3RqpoOc
    Bluetooth 4.0 OBDII Engine Code Scanner: amzn.to/3AEBMVc
    Chapters:
    0:00 Intro
    0:29 Turtle Wax Power Foam Bug & Tar Remover
    0:57 Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover Spray
    1:20 RainX Bug & Tar Remover Pre-Wash Gel
    1:46 Sonax Insect Remover
    2:08 3D Bug Remover
    2:34 Armor All Bug & Tar Remover
    3:08 Griots Garage Bug and Smudge Remover
    3:34 Pro Elite Bug & Tar Remover
    4:00 Lifter-1 Bug & Tar Remover
    4:29 Meguiar's Bug & Tar Remover
    4:53 Mothers Speed Foaming Bug & Tar Remover
    5:22 Stoner Care Care Bug Eraser
    6:04 Stoner Care Care Tar & Sap Remover
    6:29 Goo Gone Automotive Spray Gel
    6:43 Rustoleum Wax & Tar Remover
    7:15 Headlight Tests
    7:54 Conclusion
    8:29 Outro to Tar Remover Tests
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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  • @OwenLucas
    @OwenLucas  2 года назад +11

    Winners: 3D Bug Remover: amzn.to/3IJcmYs Sonax Insect Remover: amzn.to/3aCx9Ad
    Turtle Wax Power Foam: amzn.to/3AB7aDX Stoner Bug Eraser Wipes: amzn.to/3z3E92k
    Thank you for watching! 🪨Best Tar Removers Tested: ruclips.net/video/neVQmezWBnI/видео.html
    Runners Up in Order of Best to Least Effective:
    Turtle Wax Bug & Tar Remover Spray: amzn.to/3c3fGRD
    Rain-X Bug and Tar Defense: amzn.to/3NXL9SJ
    Mothers Speed Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3S97e60
    Armor All Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3uBGter
    Griot's Garage Bug and Smudge Remover: amzn.to/3o7u7XD
    Meguiar's Bug & Tar Remover: amzn.to/3PpAVeX
    Goo Gone Automotive: amzn.to/48GtGZN
    Rust-Oleum 251567 Wax and Tar Remover: amzn.to/3NWdp88
    Lifter-1 Bug & Tar Removers: amzn.to/3nSxp12
    Stoner Car Care 91154 10-Ounce Tarminator: amzn.to/3Pi9NP6
    Microfiber Towels: amzn.to/3RqpoOc
    🪨Best Tar Removers Tested: ruclips.net/video/neVQmezWBnI/видео.html
    🚘Windshield Washer Fluid Test: ruclips.net/video/RmGaXDD6cJ8/видео.html
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

  • @amjadmohmood6391
    @amjadmohmood6391 2 месяца назад +8

    Amazing video. No filler, no fluff. Very informative, thank you!

  • @nickpurdin6864
    @nickpurdin6864 19 дней назад +3

    Been using the Bug Erase Wipes for a couple of years, and got to say they are great! Would not have known about them but for Owen Lucas who did this well-documented review. THANK YOU!

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  10 дней назад

      Glad you like them!

    • @nickpurdin6864
      @nickpurdin6864 9 дней назад +1

      @@OwenLucas Would you ever consider a similar demonstration of car waxes?

  • @tommyc741
    @tommyc741 Год назад +11

    Just purchased Stoner wipes this today, based on your comparison test. 2400 Miles of bug guts gone in 10 minutes of work!!
    Thanks a Bunch. You Rock !!

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      Great to hear, thank you!

  • @ardoin_337
    @ardoin_337 Год назад +44

    For someone who lives in the deep south of Louisiana currently in the height of lovebug season, this video is a godsend

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +6

      I'm glad the video was helpful. I can only imagine what a 2 hr long, 70mph drive during lovebug season would do to the front of a car!

    • @JimmysJohn33
      @JimmysJohn33 3 месяца назад +1

      Look I’m here thing year in Lake Charles like what am I going to do 😂😂

  • @ja.935g67
    @ja.935g67 Год назад +3

    Thank you for creating a thorough video and linking all of your products!

  • @Kevin-go1qv
    @Kevin-go1qv Год назад +9

    Great comparison test. Because of your test results I bought the Bug Eraser pads at Lowes and they work better than anything I've ever tried. Thank you so much for making this video!

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +1

      You're welcome and glad it was helpful!

  • @marambula
    @marambula 2 года назад +4

    great format and very helpful. Exactly what I was hoping to find. Thanks

  • @laurafreemon2894
    @laurafreemon2894 Год назад +6

    Great videos. I've watched this and the bug/tar removal video. Thank you for doing the research for us. It helps so much. In particular I really appreciate you being matter of fact and to the point. No fluff - just facts. Thank You !!

  • @curtbotner9398
    @curtbotner9398 2 года назад +6

    This is really an all inclusive review. Thank you for the time and effort in putting this together, it answered all my questions (and then some).

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  2 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @alishamedlock4904
    @alishamedlock4904 Год назад +3

    This video is perfect! Literally answered all my concerns. 🥰

  • @GanNing221
    @GanNing221 Год назад +1

    Thank you for showcasing the effectiveness of these products!

  • @thetruth5672
    @thetruth5672 Год назад +1

    Just an awesome video. I have never seen such a detailed description and comparison. Thank you

  • @AuroraGlowe
    @AuroraGlowe Месяц назад +2

    Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video! It's very helpful!

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Месяц назад +1

      You are so welcome!

  • @ThreePhaseHigh
    @ThreePhaseHigh 2 месяца назад +4

    You can forget those all these chemicals and just get yourself a bug block sponge

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  2 месяца назад +2

      As long as you soften the bugs up I think that would work great!

  • @angelat.8997
    @angelat.8997 Год назад +1

    This was excellent. Thank you!

  • @user-yb2tp4qf1r
    @user-yb2tp4qf1r Месяц назад +1

    Top notch review, short and to the point. Thanks!

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  10 дней назад +1

      I’m glad it was helpful!

  • @marayoxz
    @marayoxz 2 года назад +1

    Great test and video!

  • @Kevin-go1qv
    @Kevin-go1qv Год назад +5

    BTW, the Bug Eraser wipes are way less expensive at Lowes vs. Amazon

  • @alexralston826
    @alexralston826 2 года назад +27

    Love the test. Comprehensive, balanced and consistent testing between products. Quick - no padding. So helpful. Great to see the before and after together. Very Impressive.
    Being lazy, I want one product for Tar and Bugs. I watched your comparison of Tar removers as well and settled on the Turtle Wax product to do both jobs well.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  2 года назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @asprywrites6327
    @asprywrites6327 Год назад +1

    Excellent work. You have a top notch channel. Thanks.

  • @jeepinspence
    @jeepinspence Год назад +4

    I have had similar experiences with the products tested. I've found the Stoner's wipes to be effective , but there are alternatives that work very well and are more efficient, and as a detailer efficiency is key. Two products that I've found that perform well are Superior products, and Mckee's 37. They typically remove bug deposits on first application after dwell time when used with a bug scrub sponge. Thanks for the video!

  • @Winterstick549
    @Winterstick549 11 дней назад +1

    Ive used damp dryer sheets and they work well with a little elbow grease.

  • @a01A01
    @a01A01 2 года назад +1

    hi from iraq Baghdad .... man thnx for your great work ... i used to watch you while ago ... and now am back again learning fr you bro ... thnx u 😎

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  2 года назад

      Thank you very much sir! More video to come!

  • @crism515
    @crism515 Год назад +2

    15 different products😨 you got my sub👍🏼

  • @aplleyva
    @aplleyva Год назад +1

    Thx for the helpful information will make sound choices off your results

  • @SupahBro535
    @SupahBro535 Год назад +1

    This video is godsend. Thank you

  • @constantinedimopoulos1110
    @constantinedimopoulos1110 5 дней назад +1

    Good information. Thanks for doing it.

  • @onealc9278
    @onealc9278 5 месяцев назад +1

    Been using Lifter 1 bug and tar remover. I’ve gotten great results and it never messed with my paint. But I have since switched to Chem Guy bug and tar remover. Works well and gentler on the finish.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  5 месяцев назад

      Chemical Guys make some great stuff, I'll have to try their bug and tar remover.

  • @bw1074
    @bw1074 9 месяцев назад +1

    I've used the other basic bug & tar removers to get the bugs off my car. I ordered the 3M Bug Remover, and that's all I will use anymore. I've had the most luck with it with the least amount of work. It was a nasty summer of bugs by me, and this made short work of them, even after they baked on in the hot sun for a few days or weeks.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  9 месяцев назад +1

      Removing baked on bugs is the worst! I'm glad the 3M worked for you 👍

  • @Expatken2015
    @Expatken2015 Месяц назад

    After spraying the bumper with water, I use a wet Costco dryer sheet to wipe the bugs off. Works pretty good and inexpensive too!!

  • @v.i.p.detailing8930
    @v.i.p.detailing8930 Год назад +1

    CITROL works wonders for my detailing business. Simply spray it on, wait 30 seconds and blast off with pressure washer. Time is money

  • @godsplan2873
    @godsplan2873 6 месяцев назад

    Got to the point, Thank you so much!

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  6 месяцев назад

      Glad it helped!

  • @michaelpoczynek
    @michaelpoczynek Год назад +2

    Thanks. Very interesting.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  11 месяцев назад

      You are welcome!

  • @derrickpigatt5195
    @derrickpigatt5195 16 дней назад +1

    Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

  • @MrTurbo64
    @MrTurbo64 23 дня назад +1

    Bugs stuck on front of 2019 camry se for a week. Rinsed off front section and windshield of car, washed with Dawn detergent and microfiber chenille mitt and it took bugs off with a little soft fingernail scrub here and there. No need for all these chemicals unless you have road tar to deal with.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  23 дня назад

      Soaking the bugs down makes a huge difference.

  • @hosoiarchives4858
    @hosoiarchives4858 Год назад +1

    Great video

  • @rizkydwinovrianto5507
    @rizkydwinovrianto5507 Год назад +1

    Thx u for your information 😢

  • @Devo1987
    @Devo1987 Год назад +1

    With that many bug you should buy a big screen guard I put window screen mesh on all intake inlets at leat do that. Also be sure to check air filter and clean condenser and radiation fins forward and back more often

  • @billpalmer4152
    @billpalmer4152 Год назад +1

    Thanks

  • @johnqcitizen9177
    @johnqcitizen9177 10 месяцев назад +1

    Great job

  • @fidrat24
    @fidrat24 Год назад +3

    Stoner bug eraser works fantastic! Got it at Lowe's,on sale even! It's slippery and hard to keep hold of but if you get past that it's the best by far! Great review, saves me time,money and effort. Thank you.

  • @Mr.Thermistor7228
    @Mr.Thermistor7228 11 месяцев назад +1

    As many have already said, thank you for doing this. Im literally trying to figure out which one to buy when i walk in the kragen orielleys in 5 minutes

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  11 месяцев назад

      Awesome, I hope you are able to get the bugs off, it's that time of year!

  • @Ortvz
    @Ortvz 2 месяца назад +1

    I needed this video man thank you very much. I have the shittiest bug remover at home lol

  • @bwproctor
    @bwproctor Месяц назад +1

    What about putting the winners on there and then pressure washing to see which works best without agitation?

  • @conwaysdetailing387
    @conwaysdetailing387 Год назад +1

    Awesome video

  • @ThreePhaseHigh
    @ThreePhaseHigh 2 месяца назад +1

    Best stuff I’ve ever used is zip strip. not only didn’t it get every bug but it took all the paint off as well and in only one application. 😆

  • @yololol
    @yololol 4 дня назад +1

    BUT… how do they perform just spraying then washing the car at a car wash using the spray wand? Do any work well without scrubbing?

  • @danielshallberg9266
    @danielshallberg9266 2 месяца назад

    Extra tough. Best bug remover I’ve used. It’s safe on paint, can be diluted. I spray it on and the bugs come right off. No scrubbing needed.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  2 месяца назад +1

      I’ll have to check it out.

  • @phatrides222000
    @phatrides222000 Год назад +1

    I just ordered 3d, but dryer sheets works very very well too.

    • @GraveyardVintage
      @GraveyardVintage 2 месяца назад

      Dryer sheets to wipe it off? Instead of the spray?

    • @phatrides222000
      @phatrides222000 2 месяца назад

      @@GraveyardVintage yes, soak the vehicle with water and use a wet dryer sheet to wipe them off. 3d does work so much easier though.

  • @arod0623
    @arod0623 Год назад +1

    How this guy doesnt have more subscribers?

    • @arod0623
      @arod0623 Год назад +1

      I actually bought Mothers Speed yesterday! Very good product and effective. Just 2 spays and it removed all bug remains

  • @ThreePhaseHigh
    @ThreePhaseHigh 2 месяца назад +1

    Best stuff to move tar is turtle spray wax.

  • @jamesdavidian7717
    @jamesdavidian7717 Год назад +1

    Thanks.

  • @cenktoplar8378
    @cenktoplar8378 10 месяцев назад +2

    First apply the bug remover and wait for 10 minutes or something and after alittle hot water pressure wash with soap option or only hot water pressure washer.
    But do not wipe !

  • @badisonmoyd
    @badisonmoyd 9 месяцев назад +1

    doing god’s work

  • @peterrudy9207
    @peterrudy9207 Месяц назад

    I have used Seafoam Bug Remover , it came out a few years ago ? Though after spraying and letting it dwell for a few minutes , I use a pressure washer at the self serve car wash . I think you might be scratching the paint , etc by wiping it away .

  • @dimmacommunication
    @dimmacommunication Год назад +1

    I use Labocosmetica Primus 1:30 , works amazing for bugs :)
    The real problem is that UVs from the Sun catalizes the bugs liquids and eats away a microscopic part of the paint .

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +1

      I’ll have to look up that product, thank you for the recommendation. Interesting how bugs and the sun ruin the paint, even more important to remove them quickly!

    • @dimmacommunication
      @dimmacommunication Год назад

      @@OwenLucas 1:30 is the dilution .
      Primus is very effective on bugs , I bought it cause I got a free diluted sample to try back when it was a new product.

    • @Mr.Thermistor7228
      @Mr.Thermistor7228 11 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@dimmacommunicationPrimus rock on

  • @yololol
    @yololol 4 дня назад

    I like the way you did this, but as someone else commented, will you do another that’s nose fair and thorough? It needs to be more consistent, especially given that you ranked the foaming mothers cleaner at the top, but let’s be real… you used it on the corner of the bumper and that section hardly had any bugs to start out with.

  • @joelvazquez7504
    @joelvazquez7504 Год назад +1

    ... I used The Maguires Ultimate quick Detailer spray it works wonders

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +1

      Great stuff! I like their interior detailer as well.

  • @cm.5023
    @cm.5023 2 месяца назад +2

    A regular car wash soap should have been included in a test

  • @austinthebeast33
    @austinthebeast33 11 месяцев назад +1

    If you presoak your vehicle with water in the area bug guts are you can get a wet bounce dryer sheet and wipe it over the areas but guts are you can remove the bug guts pretty effortlessly

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  11 месяцев назад

      Great advice, thank you!

  • @Julibee81
    @Julibee81 Год назад +1

    Awesome test! Where can sonax be purchased??

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      I have a link to Amazon for the Sonax in the video description below it.

  • @rickt2408
    @rickt2408 Год назад +1

    Superior Dark Fury at oriellys auto parts is the best im a certified auto detailer 30 yrs

  • @drzflyest4
    @drzflyest4 Год назад +1

    Gotta try seafoam bugs be gone and super clean.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      I didn't know seafoam made a bug remover. Thanks!

  • @aojorel
    @aojorel Год назад +1

    Pearl thank you for doing this review because I’ve been wondering which product actually does the best job! Driving between northern Illinois and northern Tennessee is really a problem with these bugs caked on!

  • @FarikoPacer
    @FarikoPacer Год назад +1

    I feel like if you would’ve pre washed the bumper with just water. Most of the bugs would’ve come off and would’ve had better results with all products that’s where alot of people go wrong. Find a product you like soak the bumper get a bug sponge saturated with your product and while the bumper is wet, your product should foam up regardless removing all bugs.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      I agree, that’s the best way to remove bugs with a thorough prep and wash. In this video I wanted to test the power of the products on fresh baked on bugs without any other intervention.

    • @Mr.Thermistor7228
      @Mr.Thermistor7228 11 месяцев назад

      But that defeats the exact purpose of this test!! When comparing things why would you want to give them an advantage and thus removing the chance to see what the true potential is of each thing your comparing. If you want to find the best in a big comparison you'd want to put every one up against tough challenges. Then you can really see which ones actually get the job done and which ones can't handle it. What you are suggesting is not at all how you should do it and completely bass ackwards of how to conduct a large comparison

  • @ricks.8522
    @ricks.8522 Год назад +1

    great video ! I would like to mention that Seafoam Bugs - B - Gone is another really good product for removing bugs .... i would like to try the 3M product here as well as a few others ..... great job you did here 👍

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +1

      I'll have to look into Seafoam. Thanks for the info!

  • @BobBohner4851
    @BobBohner4851 Месяц назад

    Did you blow up everyone’s stock of turtle wax power foam or did they discontinue it?

  • @lewismartinez5130
    @lewismartinez5130 Год назад +1

    Would you ever try a diluted all purpose cleaner like SuperClean?

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +1

      Super Clean does not appear to be clear coat safe unfortunately.

    • @lewismartinez5130
      @lewismartinez5130 Год назад

      @@OwenLucas Thanks. I've been using it (5:1 ratio) without apparent issues, but maybe I've been lucky. I'll put a dedicated remover on the shopping list.

  • @trevorgwelch7412
    @trevorgwelch7412 Год назад +4

    This looks like an expensive experiment / Great video . We need something that will resist bugs from sticking . Use a dryer sheet instead of a micro fibre cloth . ( I use to help formulate car wash products in Ontario Canada . )

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +1

      I agree. Maybe a good ceramic coating will help with removal at least. Thank you for the drier sheet trick, I'll give it a try.

  • @trentbullock2443
    @trentbullock2443 Год назад +1

    I feel like you should try citrol by Schaeffer's

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      It’s been recommended before here, I’ll have to try it!

  • @kevinyawgel4228
    @kevinyawgel4228 Год назад +1

    you didn't include Citrol in this review... arguably the most effective / popular among detailers

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      I didn't know about Citrol but thank you for bringing it to my attention! I'll have to check it out.

  • @spampeg
    @spampeg 3 месяца назад +1

    To be fair, shouldn't you have before/after AND "final" for all of them?

    • @yololol
      @yololol 4 дня назад

      Interesting how he ignored this comment….

  • @nannetteramsey704
    @nannetteramsey704 Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this. I fear our bug problem of love bug stains is worse than other bugs. Three days ago we hit a patch of love bugs and when we washed our white hood this morning, the bugs came off, but left a red circular stain. We tried vinegar, Goo gone, and bought Turtle Wax bug and tar remover and it didn’t touch the stain after leaving it on for several minutes, several times. The red dots look terrible and we are thinking we might have to try detailing clay.

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад +1

      Those love bugs sure are tough! Detailing clay should do the trick or buffing compound.

  • @fatihbural7845
    @fatihbural7845 2 года назад +3

    How many bugs died before this test?

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  2 года назад +4

      Way too many. I picked up all of the bugs driving through a wooded area for 4 hours at night. The next day I saw the front of the CRV and said, "this would make a great bug remover video". 🤣

    • @bradhaines3142
      @bradhaines3142 Год назад +1

      id say not enough, this happens so fast its insane

    • @rosiebrough8918
      @rosiebrough8918 Год назад +1

      1.5 trillion! 🤣

  • @johnnywong83
    @johnnywong83 Год назад +1

    what about Chemical Guys or Adam products?

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      I'll have to include those in my next video. I just need a few million more bugs on my front bumper. 😂

    • @geezer2tech154
      @geezer2tech154 Год назад +1

      @@OwenLucas Add Schaeffer's Manufacturing 266 Citrol Cleaner and Sea Foam Bugs-B-Gone Bug Remover to your next test too. Great job!

  • @KobyBGonzalez
    @KobyBGonzalez День назад

    Clutch Video

  • @Dan0rioN
    @Dan0rioN 7 месяцев назад +1

    You never tried engine degreaser....

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  7 месяцев назад

      That is a great recommendation!

  • @wantsanewvehicle
    @wantsanewvehicle 9 месяцев назад +1

    how did you find so many bugs lol..

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  9 месяцев назад

      I drove through a forest 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the evening on a trip. The windshield was much worse! No amount of bug wash can clean off a windshield full of bugs smashing every minute lol.

  • @vr4966
    @vr4966 Месяц назад

    2400 PSI ouch! lets not oversimplify just use Citrol!

  • @landonbeyette2361
    @landonbeyette2361 Год назад

    Just got a new car this channel is pretty cool I wanna keep it nice and shiny

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  Год назад

      Congratulations on the new car and enjoy!

  • @JamesSmith-uc8nt
    @JamesSmith-uc8nt 2 месяца назад

    From my experience Turtle Wax is awful at this

    • @OwenLucas
      @OwenLucas  2 месяца назад

      You’d think they’d be one of the best!

  • @CC_Marauder
    @CC_Marauder Месяц назад +1

    Adam's Bug Remover
    🎤 ⬇️

  • @DailyDravit
    @DailyDravit 25 дней назад

    You’re a godsend for this. Will make sure to order with your affiliate links! 🫡