1. An E.l.
f. Blue-ty Sleep oil packed with ingredients that'll make people know you had your eight hours of beauty rest. This lightweight-yet-nourishing oil contains 1% granactive retinoid that helps to smooth and clear all skin types.
And aside from it's gorge blue color, it's also packed with antioxidant-rich blueberry extract! Promising review: "I’m very impressed! It really moisturized my skin and made it feel super soft. Definitely worth it for the price point!" — rrapillo Price: $18 2. A Clinique Take The Day Off cleansing balm that will help you take it allllll off at the end of the day — that includes stubborn makeup, grime, pollution, and sunscreen.
All without tugging at your delicate skin. Promising review: "Love it. Works so well, even on my kiddo's stubborn stage makeup, and makes your skin feel so good after.
" — MommaX10 Price: $15+ (available in two sizes) 3. A First Aid Beauty KP smoothing body lotion that'll be your new best friend if you want to care for your body's skin the same way you do your face. This cute tube contains all the best ingredients for tackling keratosis pilaris: 10% lactic acid to exfoliate; plus urea, colloidal oatmeal, and ceramides to calm, deeply nourish, and moisturize.
Promising review: "I’ve lived my whole life with severe chicken skin and I started seeing a difference after only two uses. On my second bottle and I love this!" — Kkbrown8 Price: $28 4. A luxurious E.
l.f. leave-on lip mask to say goodbye to chapped lips, once and for all.
This mask is like a blast of hydration, containing a trio of hyaluronic acid, castor seed oil, and squalene to create plump, pillowy puckers. This will moisturize your lips while you snooze away or whenever you feel that dryness throughout the day! Promising review: "This product is amazing for very dry lips and stays put much better than lip balms! I was constantly reapplying a highly rated lip balm, but this stuff lasts even after eating or brushing my teeth. When I apply it before bedtime, my lips are still moist, and hydration has dramatically improved by morning.
" — LoveMyLily Price: $7 5. A bottle of nail and cuticle repair oil , because the secret to having healthy nails is healthy cuticles! This blend of jojoba oil and vitamin E softens the cuticles and nourishes the nail bed in between salon visits. Promising review: "I’m on day 10 of using this Solar Oil, and the transformation of my nails has been visible from my first application! I bought it primarily to try to strengthen weak and thin nails, and it absolutely works.
I don’t think I’ve ever gone this long with bare nails (not a requirement, BTW, as you can apply over your manicure as well), but I’m just super impressed with the growth it's promoted ! I’ll def be keeping a supply of this on hand." — Target Customer Price: $13.99 6.
A balancing capsule toner in case your skin just doesn't know when to stop producing oils. This hydrating toner won't dry your skin out completely but rather balance your skin for perfectly dewy (not slick) moisturization. Promising review: "Amazing.
I’ve been an esthetician for 15 years and purchased this on a whim — I’ve never loved a toner so much. It leaves the skin so supple and hydrated, so smooth. Will purchase again and again.
" — SaraHolli Price: $12.99 7. A double-repair moisturizer with SPF 30 that provides soothing hydration to damaged skin while protecting it from the sun.
Try this thick moisturizer if your skin has just two moods: dry and angry . Promising review: " I have dry eczema-prone skin, and I was very surprised that I wasn’t allergic to this! It’s both hydrating and is a sunscreen. I was searching high and low for a sunscreen.
Another sunscreen lotion made my face so itchy. But this one made my face hydrated and a little dewy. It makes me look glowy.
Plus, it’s not too expensive. Definitely recommend it for anyone with dry eczema-prone skin. It doesn’t pill or leave a white cast, which is another plus!" — Jlove28 Price: $23.
99 8. A milky vanilla moisturizing bath bomb , because moisture starts from how you treat your skin during bath time! This bath bomb doesn't contain harsh ingredients — instead, it moisturizes and soothes redness with ingredients like coconut and oats. The best part? It smells like gorgeous vanilla to up the cozy bath vibes.
Promising review: "These are really lovely bath bombs (proper bath bombs that fizz) at a reasonable price. I would absolutely buy these again, and I wouldn’t hesitate to buy as gifts either." — Sea Price: $14.
99 for a six-pack 9. A Burt's Bees clay mask if you want to move away from oily and towards radiant. This mask uses charcoal to draw impurities and excess oil from the pores, with antioxidant-rich açai oil to protect and hydrate your complexion.
It's basically the mask version of a pore strip, yet it won't do any damage to your skin (because pore strips are *really* harmful to your delicate skin, folks)! Promising review: "Sometimes my skin feels so oily (not helped by central NC humidity) and I need extra help to balance my skin. This is easy to use — you're done in 15 minutes and your skin feels SO nice and soft afterward. It takes away the excess oil and leaves your skin feeling nourished.
I do this about once a week." — MW Price: $14.19 10.
A hydrating facial cleanser , because cleaning your skin should NOT mean stripping it of its vital oils! Seriously, your skin *needs* the healthy bacteria and oils that traditional foaming cleansers tend to take away. Protect your lipid barrier with a moisturizing cleanser (like this one) that rids the skin of the day's grime while simultaneously hydrating it to its plump glory. Promising review: "I have tried every face wash, spot treatment, acne medication, birth control, and professional facial service under the sun, and I have had acne since I was 17.
I bought this, and my skin cleared up completely in three months, so much so that I was able to stop all other topicals and oral dermatologist medications completely. I use the a.m.
and p.m. moisturizer, too; this was really a godsend.
" — Ks97 Price: $6.59+ (available in four sizes) 11. A tube of Weleda Skin Food that's your new saving grace whenever you feel dry patches coming on.
This cream is a cult-favorite for soaking into the skin and creating a soft-lit, luminous glow that lasts . You can slather on a whopping amount to act as a moisturizing mask, or apply a pea-sized amount in lieu of your typical moisturizer. Promising review: "This product is terrific.
I must mention its hydration prowess, which was just outstanding. It hydrates the skin better than other brands I've tried. If you're in search of a cream that offers deep nourishment and superior skin hydration, then this is it!" — Amalia Price: $19.
99 12. A cute little box of hydrocolloid patches in STAR shapes, because even though having a pimple might not be fun, wearing a pimple patch can be, especially if you use it to give your look a whimsical touch. 💫 This helps to draw gunk to the surface, helping you get to glowy skin in no time.
This comes with a pack of 32 star pimple patches. Promising review: "Love the price point. I love the packaging.
You get so many patches for what you pay for and the case! My zits slowly disappeared overnight!" — Lolita Price: $15.99 13. An acne treatment gel because it's essentially an all-in-one for combating breakouts, fine lines, and even hyperpigmentation in skin, across all age groups.
With just a few weeks of use, everyone will be asking who your dermatologist is (even though you actually just spent less than 20 bucks on this simple addition to your routine). Promising review: "Been using it for three days only, and it has already stopped new acne from forming! And my acne has been the worst for over a year! Couldn’t find anything that would work for me until I bought this ." — Arely Price: $16.
79+ (available in two sizes) 14. A set of vitamin C under eye masks that'll brighten uneven tones under the eyes, while helping to hydrate this delicate area. If you need immediate glow before an outing with your boo, you should totally get your hands on these.
Promising review: "Noticed a difference the next morning after use! My dark circles faded slightly, and the skin around my eyes became brighter and tighter. Was also gentle enough for my super sensitive skin."— Lauren Price: $4.
99 15. A serum stick to keep your skin clear and glowing all year round. This formula contains green microalgae and lactic acid to minimize breakouts, while calendula flower replenishes the skin with hydrating and soothing properties.
Basically, it's a serum that CAN do both. Promising review: "I love this serum stick — I put it on in the morning, while my face is still damp from washing it and before I put on my moisturizer, and it leaves me feeling so refreshed and dewy all day. It's definitely a must-have for these dry winter months.
I have sensitive acne-prone skin, and this didn't break me out at all. " — Milo Price: $12.99 16.
A Tula day and night cream , because ~skinimalism~ doesn't mean you don't do skincare — you just complete your routine with fewer products. This cream contains squalane that locks moisture into the skin all day, and peptides which help your cell regeneration during the night! Promising review: "WONDERFUL moisturizer. 10/10.
My skin was glowing for the first time after using this brand for a month and a half. I keep trying other brands to see if they’re better, but I keep coming back to Tula because they leave me breakout-free and with enough product assortment to help with every skin issue!" — Miss D Price: $20+ (available in two sizes) 17. A rosewater spray that you can easily spritz on throughout the day to amp up your skin's glow factor.
This spray contains rosewater, an antioxidant that keeps breakout- and redness-prone skin in check. Promising review: "The perfect face mist to add to your everyday skin routine. This makes me feel so refreshed and ready to tackle the day.
" — Olivia Price: $11.19 18. A niacinamide and zinc serum which pretty much belongs in your routine if you're no longer battling acne, but now have a new issue to tackle: acne scars.
Niacinamide helps brighten the skin and boost radiance, while zinc works hard to calm down inflammation. Promising review: " This is one of my holy grail skin products. I use this on my skin every day.
It is lightweight and a little goes a long way. I put this on right before my moisturizer. This helps decongest your skin and make it appear brighter.
It feels great on the skin. I love this product and this brand. They offer high-quality products and great prices.
I am almost done with my first bottle and I already have a replacement bottle purchased. I highly recommend this product for all skin types." — Mgaffney248 Price: $6 19.
A Tree Hut Tropic Glow whipped body butter , because your body's skin also deserves some love. This body butter smells like a warm, vanilla-y tropical dream, and it seeps into the skin to provide a lasting hydration. Promising review: "This is a great firming lotion and very similar to some more expensive products with similar promises.
Plus, the smell is great. I've noticed a difference in the texture of my skin after using for three months." — KB5 Price: $9.
99 20. A three-pack of dermaplaning razors that'll whisk away dead skin cells in a flash! Dermaplaning is *fabulous* for exfoliating the skin, diminishing peach fuzz, and helping skincare soak in deeper. Promising review: "I get facials very occasionally, and I always get dermaplaning done during my facial.
It makes my skin feel SO good, but it's way too expensive to get it done regularly. I found these randomly, and now I can do it myself whenever I want! These also come with a little attachment piece to assist with eyebrow precision. I'm so glad I got these!" — AF Price: $7.
69 21. A glass skin refining serum , because it contains pretty much everything you need in your dry-skin skincare routine: peptides to help boost collagen production; niacinamide to brighten the skin and protect it from free-radical damage; peach extract and Asian mountain yam extract to firm the skin; and hyaluronic acid to add a glowing bounce to your complexion. How's all that for less than what you'd pay for a dinner out? Promising review: "Love this serum, it's super bomb, it makes my skin look and feel super healthy!!!" — Cat Price: $39 22.
A cleansing oil so that you can go to town on your waterproof mascara! Cleansing oils remove makeup, excess grime, and SPF while nourishing dry skin types with replenishing oils (this one contains olive oil). I've been using this formula for what feels like ages as the first step in my double-cleansing routine. I can firmly say that my skin is *always* completely clean after using this bad boy.
Promising review: "I'm so happy I found this brand at Target of all places. It's a Japanese brand that I used in the past for acne, and it was great. This item in particular is great — it gets off all my heavy makeup with just one to two pumps.
Of course, I go in afterward with a regular cleanser (as you should after an oil cleanse). The makeup just melts right off. This also works well on eye makeup, and waterproof eyeliners are no longer a hassle to get off! I hope Target keeps this item in stock forever! " — Stella Price: $14.
99+ (available in two sizes) 23. A micellar water , because the first step in your nighttime skincare routine should always be to remove your makeup. This micellar water is great because it removes ALL makeup, including waterproof mascara! And the best part? Micellar water really only removes impurities, meaning that it's nonstripping and generally great for those with dry skin.
Promising review: "Very gentle with skin and removes all access dirt and makeup accumulated throughout the day and night! I love that it’s fragrance-free and makes your skin soft and glowy after appliance!" — jatziry Price: $4.99+ (available in three sizes) 24. An all-in-one hydrating milk toner that rehydrates your skin after cleansing.
Use this in conjunction with a hydrating serum and a moisturizing cream, and watch your skin ~glow~. Promising review: "Great to use just before my serums. It brings back moisture to my dry, dehydrated skin and helps my skin stay hydrated for most of the day.
A wonderful new addition to my skincare routine! Also, the pump is perfect and makes it easy to use!" — Bubstex Price: $16.99 25. And a pair of exfoliating gloves because they are the easiest way to get rid of ingrown hairs or start your journey towards smoother, more radiant skin.
Instead of awkwardly trying to loofah hard-to-reach areas, try these gloves that are as easy to use as gliding your hands across your skin. Promising review: "Tried this item because I was looking for something to use that’s not a loofah to lather in the shower. I can honestly say the gloves don’t disappoint!! Not only did I sleep amazing after pairing the gloves and body wash for my routine in the shower, but my skin feels AMAZING .
If you’re looking for a sign to purchase, this is it!!!" — Taylee Price: $6.29 Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity..
