April 8, 2020, 5:47 PM UTC / Updated Feb. 24, 2025, 7:49 PM UTC

By Daniel Boan

By no means am I neat freak, but if there's one thing I'm particular about cleaning, it's my bathroom. If you're a fellow skin care and beauty aficionado like me, you know that the bathroom is a sacred place where all of our cleansers, moisturizers and serums go to rest until we're ready for our twice-daily moment of self-care. It goes without saying, but we must keep this temple clean!

I typically do a good job of cleaning my bathroom at least once a week, but my new apartment led me into a false sense of security. My shower is shiny and new — why do I need to clean it as much?

This thought process was obviously idiotic, and I soon started noticing some mildew and mold, especially since my apartment can get particularly humid, making it the perfect environment for mold growth. It was time to get back to my regular cleaning schedule, and add a special mold and mildew cleaner to my rotating arsenal: the Skylar Life Mold and Mildew Remover Gel.

Skylar Life Mold and Mildew Remover Gel

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Mold and Mildew Remover Gel

Use this no-scrub caulk whitener on your sinks, showers and floor tiles.

$14.99

What we like

Can use on multiple surfaces
Don't have to scrub it off
Effective with tough stains

Something to note

Users don't like the smell

Size: 1-pack | Material: Gel | Volume: 500 milliliters | Wait time: 6 to 8 hours | Best on: Tiles, silicone caulk, sinks, kitchens, showers and more

I picked up a bottle of the remover gel after seeing some impressive before-and-after photos, and hoped I would see the same results. It only costs $15 for the tube, which, in my opinion, is a decent size (it has a volume of 500 milliliters, for instance).

What is the Skylar Life Mold and Mildew Remover Gel?

The product is essentially a gel formula that is designed to gradually break down mold and mildew while erasing any stains left behind. Its main ingredient is sodium hypochlorite, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approves of as an effective household disinfectant.

How I tried the Skylar Life Mold and Mildew Remover Gel

When my bottle arrived, I immediately applied it to a particularly nasty corner of my shower. According to the brand, the product is great for stubborn stains on tiles, silicone caulk, sinks, kitchens, showers and more. To use, you simply apply a layer to a dry surface and let it sit for at least six to eight hours.

Thus, I squeezed on a fairly thick layer, went to sleep and woke up to some surprising results.

My experience

While it doesn't look as sparkling new as the day I moved in, I am so impressed with how much gunk it dissolved after just one application. It makes me feel slightly more like a functioning adult, which is really all I'm looking for in my cleaning products.

What I like

It is easy to use

I've since applied it to a few areas around my sink and the rest of my shower and remain impressed with how effortless and easy it is to use. I've also gone back to my regular cleaning habits and haven't had any other problems with mold or mildew regrowing.

And the best part? You don’t have to scrub it off. It essentially does all the cleaning for you as you wait or sleep.

Outside of my own, the results make it worth trying out

Amazon reviewers have been sharing some impressive before and after photos as well, with over 7 ,000 verified customers leaving a five-star review.

"This product was absolutely amazing. We have a tile ceiling inside our shower stall, and it’s difficult and awkward to clean," one verified reviewer wrote. "This gel worked like a charm!"

And according to some customers, the longer you leave it on, the better it might work. "My shower now looks like new. These pictures are after one application, left on for about eight hours," another reviewer wrote. Other customers noticed a full improvement in just one day.

What to consider

This product isn't a fix-all, and may require more than one use to see full results, depending on the area. Based on reviews, the gel managed to remove up to 90% of stains, which is worth noting.

Some customers weren't a fan of the smell

While I can't comment on it myself, select reviewers noticed a strong scent while the gel was working, so you might want to consider ventilating the area. But, others said this smell wasn't an issue during the application process.

Who is the Skylar Life Mold and Mildew Remover Gel best for?

If you find yourself needing a little backup when it comes to a cleaning up a nasty bathroom, the Skylar Life Mold and Mildew Remover Gel just might do the trick. It's easy to apply, reasonably prices and effective with mold and mildew without needing to get on your hands and knees to clean. After all, you deserve an immaculate self-care temple without the stress!

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Daniel Boan is a former associate commerce editor at Shop TODAY who has covered everything from tech to fashion.