1. A creamy, milky 2-in-1 toner and moisturizer for a glowy look that will expertly hydrate even the driest skin. You can use it on its own or under a heavier moisturizer for an even more intense finish.
Promising review: "If you have dry skin, this cream is amazing. I have somewhat oily skin and I still love this. It’s especially nice in the dry seasons, like winter.
In the winter, I use it very liberally, and it keeps my face well-hydrated. I use it in the summer, too, and sometimes just by itself without using lotion, and my face is still moisturized. Definitely would recommend if you have dry skin.
" — Helgacakes Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in five sizes). 2. An oat-based cleansing balm for removing makeup, double cleansing, or giving your skin an extra refresh.
It's the perfect alternative to face wipes, and it also works great on sensitive skin. Promising review: "The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm is now a favorite! I ordered and received it during the winter, and because of the cold, it was difficult to get the product out. I completely forgot about it until two weeks ago.
Now I love it! It's a great cleanser for dry and/or sensitive skin. Also very affordable." — Karen Get it from Amazon for $13 .
3. A Peace Out Retinol Face Stick for keeping your skin hydrated and oh-so soft. This magical "wrinkle eraser" uses a water-free formula full of antioxidants and a special mix of papaya and pumpkin enzymes, meaning it's perfect for sensitive skin.
Buy this, and you'll have glowing, smooth skin in no time. Promising review: "This retinol stick is super easy to use, and I’ve seen great results. My skin is glowing in the morning and it has helped to even out my skin.
I’m on my second stick!" — KMC Get it from Peace Out for $34 . 4. A warm steam "facial sauna" to turn every day into a spa day.
It helps to hydrate the skin, open pores, and promote circulation. For best results, use distilled water with your steamer. Promising review: " I love this product! It’s easy to use, covers all of your face, and really helps with dry skin.
It’s an essential part of my skincare/self-care routine. I was looking at other products, but a lot of them didn’t cover all of the face, which seemed a bit annoying. This one is perfect!" — Bella Get it from Amazon for $25.
99+ (available in two styles). 5. A hydrating eye cream with a 98% naturally-derived formula that will magically restore skin under the eyes for a brighter and smoother appearance.
See ya later, eye bags! Promising review: "I am 59 and always getting accused of being in my mid-forties! I have used Andalou Naturals Luminous Eye Serum for at least three years. I would not be without it. My regular moisturizer works fine on the rest of my face, but if I try to use it only on my eyes, I can see the difference.
All I need to do is gently tap on the Andalou Eye Serum, and I can see the crepey-ness disappear." — M. Reitcheck Get it from Amazon for $12.
69 . 6. A jar of Brazilian Bum Bum Cream that has become a cult-favorite body lotion.
This sweet, sweet product is infused with caffeine, guarana extract, and coconut oil to help simultaneously tighten *and* smooth skin. It also smells like sunshine in a jar, which is reason enough for me to *add to cart.* Promising review: "I bought one for my mom, and one for my sister, and five more for myself as they became harder to find.
My favorite thing about it is the smell. Lightly tropical/coconutty but nothing overwhelming. Every time I wear it, people say, 'What are you WEARING?' like I have some amazing perfume on.
Besides that, it really is a great moisturizer. I’m not usually a sucker for marketing, but this was so worth it. " — Kristen Get it from Amazon for $22+ (available in three sizes).
7. A bottle of Touch in Sol's velvety No Poreblem Primer that offers hydrated, poreless skin and smoother makeup application. It also gives a gorgeous natural look for those days you want a "no-makeup makeup" vibe.
Promising review: " I'm so happy with the results!! Left side has nothing at all, right side has this product and a tiny bit of setting powder. The perfect natural look! Only use it on my cheeks, too, and it all just blends together flawlessly." — Alexis Parks Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in two variations).
8. A bottle of facial sunscreen because if you’re not wearing SPF daily, what are you even doing? This much-loved brand's Unseen Sunscreen is invisible and won't leave any unwanted sticky residue or white cast that can happen with other sun protection products. Promising review: "I originally purchased this for my husband so he could put sunscreen on his face without his facial hair turning white.
We are sold on every Supergoop product now!!! When it first comes out of the tube, it almost appears like clear petroleum jelly. I was worried it was going to be greasy. It is not! As soon as you start rubbing it, it soaks right into your skin and softens it.
It also has ingredients that don’t scare me. Best sunscreen ever!!! I’ve purchased so many of their different sunscreens to try out, and they are ALL good! Cannot go wrong with this brand!" — Celina F. Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in three sizes).
9. A CeraVe salicylic acid body wash to get rid of any scabbing or flare-ups from keratosis pilaris. It gently smoothes and exfoliates skin without any harsh ingredients.
Promising review: "My 6-year-old daughter has keratosis pilaris, commonly known as 'chicken skin.' This year, it really flared up during warm weather, so I gave this wash, along with lotion, a try. Wow, I saw results after just a few uses, and after a couple of weeks, most of her bumps disappeared.
Thrilled we skipped a trip to the dermatologist! Can’t beat this price for the results either." — Ashley Steigerwald Get it from Amazon for $13.79 .
10. A bottle of Bio-Oil that's a holy grail beauty product for a reason. It helps to fade scars, stretch marks, and blemishes, prevents ingrown hairs and razor burn, and evens out skin tones.
Don't believe me? Check out the 38,000+ 5-star ratings . Psst! Bio-Oil contains retinol, which accelerates skin turnover but can make you more sensitive to the sun — so don't forget your sunscreen! Promising review: " I swear by this product. Very effective on discolored skin due to scarring.
I had shingles on my face brought about by stress because we were moving. It ravaged the lower right side of my face, and I was pretty sure it was going to leave hideous scarring. I bought this and started applying it when I started scabbing, and I still haven't stopped using it until now.
I had my shingles in April, and it's August now. It works. Check the before and after pics.
Scars are now gone. " — twitch Get it from Amazon for $10.14 .
11. A microdermabrasion and pore extraction device to bring the spa to your home. For a fraction of the cost (and time), this bb will detoxify, cleanse and rejuvenate your skin.
Promising review: "This is so worth the purchase and the price for what you get. I’ve had acne, scars, and discoloration for two decades, and microdermabrasion is a miracle for my skin. So much less stressful than Accutane and much cheaper than having it done in an office.
Follow the instructions and do your research (such as avoiding retinol and acids for a couple of days before and after), and you shouldn’t have major issues." — J Get it from Target for $29.99 (available in three colors).
12. A fan favorite oil-absorbing facial roller so you can wave goodbye to that summer sheen without frantically dabbing your face with blotting paper that, let's face it, doesn't work. Oil, begone! Promising review: " Buy it, that is all I need to say.
Buy it now!!!! Wow. That little moveable head soaks up all of your facial oil buildup throughout the day. It's small enough to keep in your purse and discreet enough to use it at any time.
" — mammag3 Get it from Amazon for $10.87 (available in three styles). 13.
An aloe, cucumber, and green tea facial spray for spritzing and misting every time your skin needs some extra hydration. It smells incredible and works *even* better if you pop it in the fridge for an hour or so before you use it. This multi-use spray can also be used as a makeup primer or as a setting spray! Promising reviews: "This is the second time I've purchased this product.
I absolutely love the scent and the way it feels. It is so refreshing, and I've never had an issue with it and I have pretty sensitive skin. I love to spray this on my face before I go to bed because it cools me down and has that relaxing/calming scent .
" — KellyJo "Feels refreshing and smells nice. Great on a hot day after a shower or workout ." — david nespoli Get them from Amazon for $7+ (available in two sizes and also as a two-pack).
14. An eye cream that will rejuvenate, brighten, and firm up your eyes even after that 2 a.m.
TikTok doomscrolling session. Promising review: "This eye cream is the real deal. I’m in my early 30s, but I smile and laugh a lot and it was starting to show on my face.
I had read reviews of people just using this as an all-over face cream, and that is what I did. I’ve had fantastic results — lines around my eyes have diminished hugely, and even my husband noticed . I had been using Philosophy’s Miracle in a Jar but haven’t even been tempted to go back since this wonderful potion in a pump bottle came into my life.
" — Nicole D. Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four sizes).
15. A brightening facial scrub so you can wave goodbye to dry, flaky skin and say hello to a smooth, glowing complexion. The secret? A combo of sea kelp, lemon peel, French green clay, and Madonna lily.
Promising review: "I am always very skeptical of product claims, but this scrub makes a noticeable and wonderful difference — my boyfriend even commented, 'Gee, you look good!' It smells fresh and lovely, feels good going on, and somehow feels healthier. It makes my skin look its best and reduces rosacea more than medicines do! Maybe there are better products out there, but for me, this is a keeper." — Dr.
Suzo Get it from Amazon for $10.49 . 16.
A versatile pore-cleaning clay mask to de-gunk your face without shelling out $$$ for a facial. Bonus: you can also use this as a hair mask or foot mask for extra beauty points. Promising review: "This product is awesome!! Makes my skin look glowy and healthy.
I have combo skin. This has helped my skin look more alive and helped my breakouts. My husband even noticed a difference.
" — Magali Pita Get it from Amazon for $14.95 . Check out our Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay deep dive for more satisfying before and afters.
17. A super popular vitamin C serum that'll brighten and soothe skin while reducing hyperpigmentation. Not convinced? Well, the 94,000+ 5-star reviewers might sway your opinion.
Promising review: "This is the first serum I've ever used, and I have noticed a significant change in my skin . I suffer from breakouts usually every day or so, and since using this serum every night, my breakouts have pretty much gone away completely, and my scars are fading ! I thought at first I was just tricking myself into believing it worked just because I wanted to see results, but other people noticed as well and pointed it out to me ! I will definitely be purchasing again!" — Sabrina Get it from Amazon for $33.62 .
18. A powerful TikTok-famous snail mucin repair cream for taking your skincare to the ~next~ level. It sounds strange, but snail mucin extract is a tried-and-tested ingredient popular in K-beauty products and has heaps of benefits.
You can learn more about snail mucin and its benefits from The Mayo Clinic . Promising review: "This is amazing on my 74-year-old skin! I used another brand before, and it was nice, but this is..
.near miraculous . Friends even noticed and I haven’t used it that long.
Where did my pores go? No scent but definitely slimy, which, happily, does not make me squeamish." — poetichaos Get it from Amazon for $13.99 .
19. A pack of 24-karat gold collagen eye masks to add a touch of luxury to your routine. These cooling and soothing eye masks are high in collagen and hyaluronic acid — two things that will bring back moisture and elasticity to your under-eye area.
Promising review: "This is the first time I have tried anything like this. I just had cataract surgery that eliminated my need for glasses (which I have worn for 60 years). As one might guess, the absence of glasses uncovered dark circles and bags under my eyes, which are now very pronounced.
I purchased this product and used it a few times (so far) and my housemates tell me they can see a marked improvement , as do I! I would certainly buy these again." — Cathi Get 15 pairs from Amazon for $9.95+ (also available in packs of 20 and 30).
20. A box of Zombie face masks to tighten pores and lift your skin. The mask tightens as it dries on your face — hence the "Zombie" name — and it's super satisfying to peel it off.
Promising reviews: "I've used Hanacure for a while, but they are so expensive. I just can't bring myself to buy them anymore. I came across these and was so excited to try them! It does have a funky smell (it reminds me of perm solution), but they worked excellently.
My skin was very soft afterward, and my pores looked way smaller. I see absolutely no difference between the effects of this mask and Hanacure. The only difference is the huge price tag Hanacure carries.
Definitely worth the money!" — K. Bell "Everyone needs to buy Zombie masks! I will be buying this again and again! I have very oily and acne-prone skin. I have tried EVERYTHING and nothing helps my skin.
This instantly softened my skin, gave me an amazing glow, lightened my acne scars, and I haven’t had a pimple since using it ." — Erin Marple Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $22 . 21.
A super lightweight moisturizer that has become my new skincare savior. Seriously, I first started using this water-based moisturizer a few weeks ago and my skin has *never* looked better. The hydrating formula is perfect for summer and it feels so luxurious on your skin.
The entire Coats "Skinsentials Bundle" is a staple part of my skincare routine and I will recommend it to anyone who wants soft, glowing skin . I have super sensitive skin and am normally reeeeally hesitant to try out a new brand, but this one is so gentle that I have had zero issues. Promising review: "I don't usually write reviews, but I'm totally converted to Coats and wanted to share how great these products are.
I saw a friend using the moisturizer on TikTok, so I gave it a try, and my skin just loves it. My skin can get super dry, but this makes it feel hydrated instantly, and I love how glowing it looks. Even though it feels really moisturizing, it's not heavy or sticky.
I loved it so much that I bought the three-step routine, and the toner is amazing — I never tried a toner like it; it makes my skin so smooth, and I've had zero breakouts since I started using it. The cleanser is ok, but the moisturizer and toner are officially my new faves." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $22 .
22. A protecting lip oil so you can get your perfect pout while blocking out any harmful sun rays. With SPF 30, it keeps your lips super hydrated and gives a luscious shine that rivals even your favorite lip gloss.
Promising review: "Traveled to Mexico where I spent all day every day in the bright sun. Usually, between eating, drinking, and swimming, my lips get chapped; however, not this time! This gloss felt at first like it wasn’t going to work since it’s so light, but my lips never got burnt or dried out. If they didn’t get burnt, the stuff worked! Woot woot.
" — Dee242s Get it from Amazon for $18 . 23. A Paula's Choice 2% BHA liquid exfoliant with powerful ingredients like salicylic acid and smoothing green tea extract to reduce redness, minimize pores, firm up the skin, and more.
It's gentle enough to be used on sensitive skin, too! BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Rachel Dunkel looooves this stuff: "Not my skin above, but I 100% vouch for this liquid exfoliant's amazingness. It's helped to even out my skin tone and control the hormonal acne around my mouth. It's the only thing I feel like has actually helped start to slow down those breakouts, and for that, I'm forever thankful.
I apply a thin layer in the morning and at night after cleansing and before moisturizing." Promising review: " GAME-CHANGER! I thought I had tried EVERYTHING on the market for congested skin (I don’t get breakouts anymore, but very clogged pores along the T-zone) and enlarged pores. I’ve only been using it for a week and just at night, and the difference in blackheads along my nose and enlarged/congested pores is almost unbelievable! This just might be my very favorite Amazon purchase EVER!" — Ajdex Get it from Amazon for $14+ (available in two sizes).
24. A 36-pack of Mighty Patch hydrocolloid stickers to keep your zits at bay. I SWEAR by these when I am breaking out and love to pop them on overnight or while I'm out and about running errands.
Plus, they're low-key satisfying to stare at when you peel them off and see the gunk that has seeped out from your face. For more deets, check out BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis ' full Mighty Patch review ! Hero Cosmetics is an Asian woman-founded brand and home of The Mighty Patch. Ju Rhyu launched the brand in 2017, which has evolved with products such as cleansers, toners, nose strip Mighty Patches, and more! Promising review: " Using this product has been a game-changer.
It’s as if the adhesion of it literally pulls all of the bad stuff from the spot, and you’ll know when it’s time to remove it when it turns up white on your sticker — so easy to remove, and my spot has gone drastically down. I’m on my fourth box, or maybe fifth? They’re my go-to at the slightest spot I get to try to nip it in the bud. Might I add that my hormonal cystic acne spots have been majorly suppressed by these — as soon as I feel one coming on, I take a hot washcloth to the area and put a sticker on overnight for a couple of nights, and the deep underneath, feeling of that spot is gone.
I love these so much, and you will too." — Deborah Hart Get a pack of 36 stickers from Amazon for $11.89 .
25. A Dr. Jart Cicapair Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment that will get rid of any stubborn redness and even out your skin tone.
One BuzzFeed editor says she uses it *every* day as a moisturizer under foundation — it has SPF 30 as well! Note: Some reviewers mention this doesn't seem to blend as well on darker skin. Another color-corrector to try for darker complexions: L.A.
Girl's Pro Conceal HD Concealer . BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly says, "I use this every single day, and to demonstrate just how well it works, I put it on half of my face in the pic [above]. Seriously, the color-canceling prowess is impressive.
Also, it took me nearly a year to go through the full-size jar. So if the price has you feeling iffy, you can try out the mini size. Seriously, I'm forever indebted to this stuff.
" Promising review: " This product is a game changer for anyone with red rosacea-prone skin. I have used everything from drugstore to expensive products from my dermatologist, plus many IPL treatments to reduce the redness. Nothing worked until I found this.
A small amount goes a long way, so I use sunscreen underneath. I found patting it on my skin worked, and the redness is gone instantly and stays that way all day." — DGladMarten Get it from Sephora for $54 (also available in a mini size for $25).
26. A tub of the beloved CeraVe Moisturizing Cream to keep your skin super soft, plump, and hydrated. It's perfect for those with even the most sensitive skin and doesn't leave behind any greasy, oily residue.
Promising review: " I’m 64, with some psoriasis, especially in winter months. Every body part, including my face, is perpetually dry. I’ve used SO many moisturizers and oils, most all have left my skin feeling greasy but not less dry.
I’ve been using this for only a few days, and it’s a total game-changer. Nothing is greasy, everything is hydrated. I can use this on my face AND on my elbows and hands.
Give it a few minutes to sink in, and it vanishes. One-stop shopping. Love it! 5 stars!" — Kim Get the bundle with a pump from Amazon for $21.
99 (also available separately and in a smaller size). 27. And finally, an antibacterial butt acne-clearing lotion with soothing tea tree oil for tackling any pesky butt acne by getting to the root of the problem.
Promising review: "This stuff is PHENOMENAL! I've had breakouts down there since my teens, but it's seemed to get much worse with age. I can sweat for 5 minutes, and boom! Breakout time. Benzoyl peroxide wash just wasn't cutting it anymore, so I decided to give this lotion a try.
After using it for only a few days, morning and night, my breakouts were gone! Smooth as a baby's bottom! The name of the product was a little off-putting, but the label came off of the bottle super easily, so you can keep it discreetly without anyone knowing what it is. I'm SOOO glad I decided to give this stuff a try. Seriously, a game-changer!!" — Pamela Get it from Amazon for $24.
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