Buzz
1. COSRX's Snail Mucin Repairing Essence works wonders for dullness and dehydration, featuring 96% snail mucin that's ethically and environmentally sourced. A big thanks to the creators for this wonderful product! 🐌
2. Lee Beauty's Callus Remover works wonders by removing tough skin from your feet (no need to face the intimidating foot grater at your local salon anymore).
3. Cuccio's plant-based Cuticle Revitalizing Oil is a perfect solution for nails that have suffered from too many missed manicures. The natural ingredients hydrate dry skin and fortify your nails, helping you grow them out just the way you've always wanted!
4. Kiehl's Truly Targeted Acne-Clearing Solution acts as a pimple patch but remains completely invisible. With the power of salicylic acid, it works to reduce your blemishes, followed by niacinamide and licorice root to calm redness and fade the marks left behind by breakouts.
Customer Review: "I bought this on a whim because I had a few breakouts and needed something to use under makeup... Now, I’ve thrown away all my pimple patches and only use this! It took just two days for my pimple to completely disappear! It's pure magic!" —Sephora Reviewer
Find it at Sephora or Kiehl's for $30.
5. Seraphic Skincare's Korean Exfoliating Mitt sloughs off dead skin, preparing you for a flawless fake tan application. Not into tanning? No problem — it also unclogs pores, prevents ingrown hairs, and smooths out bumps from keratosis pilaris.
6. Evridwear's Exfoliating Gloves are perfect when you decide to indulge in an "everything" shower and want to exfoliate from head to toe.
7. La Roche-Posay's Hydrating Gentle Cleanser is designed for sensitive skin, as its creamy formula helps maintain your skin's natural barrier and pH balance.
8. Laneige's Lip Sleeping Mask keeps your lips smooth and hydrated during the fall and winter when they’re most likely to become dry and cracked.
9. O'Keeffe's Working Hands Cream comes to the rescue after multiple applications of Purell. While cleanliness is crucial, if you’re battling dry skin, hand sanitizer can leave your hands in rough shape.
10. Starface Hydro-Stars soak up unwanted impurities with 100% hydrocolloid. Additionally, the packaging includes a built-in mirror, making it easy to apply them anywhere!
11. Aztec Secret's Indian Healing Clay Mask penetrates deep into your pores, effectively extracting impurities with such intensity that it has earned over 71,000+ 5-star reviews.
12. Vanicream's Gentle Cleanser removes dirt, oil, and makeup without any added fragrances, preservatives, or harsh chemicals. This makes the gentle, moisturizing formula suitable for those with unrelenting eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis, and/or acne.
13. Teddie Organics' Rose Water Toner Spray contains an anti-inflammatory formula that soothes various skin issues, from windburned cheeks to annoying razor burns.
14. Soft Touch's Foot Peel Mask is incredibly powerful — the before and after photos will both haunt you and inspire you to make this a part of your routine.
15. Kate McLeod's Body Stone is expertly crafted to hydrate and soften your skin using a harmonious blend of rose, frankincense, and neroli. If you're new to this product, it's incredibly easy to use! Simply warm it in your hands and apply it to dry skin, where it will melt effortlessly.
Kate McLeod used to be a bakery owner and pastry chef before she shifted focus to creating "skin food." She spent two years developing her body stones in her own kitchen, using ingredients like cocoa butter and avocado oil that she sourced from her pantry.
Raving review: "AMAZING!!!!!!! It melts into the skin so beautifully. I've never experienced this level of moisture from lotions. After just a few uses, my skin feels plumper and more hydrated... I'm addicted!!!!!" —Kristin
Get yours from Kate McLeod starting at $12+ (available in two sizes, with a muslin travel bag or a reusable bamboo canister).
16. Neutrogena's Hydro Boost Water Gel delivers a surge of hydration to your skin with its hyaluronic acid-infused water-gel formula. Use it before bed, and you'll wake up to soft, supple skin.
17. Thayers' Witch Hazel Facial Toner tightens pores, calms redness, and controls excess oil with its blend of rose petal water, witch hazel extract, and aloe vera. Its vintage-style bottle adds a nostalgic touch that feels straight out of a quaint apothecary.
18. Lather's Body Butter combines three powerful hydrating ingredients: manuka honey, cocoa butter, and shea butter. When you throw in oils from naturally moisturizing nuts like macadamia, kukui, and Brazil, you get an effective, no-frills formula.
Lather is a clean beauty brand founded by women, focusing on swapping harsh synthetic fragrances for naturally-scented ingredients, all while maintaining vegan and gluten-free standards whenever possible.
Customer Review: "Your Manuka Honey Body Butter is exactly the richness my skin craves. A little goes a long way, and it absorbs quickly, leaving my skin soft and wonderfully scented. Thanks for yet another fantastic product." —Helayne L.
Available for purchase at Lather for $30.
19. Blume's Meltdown Acne Oil helps to clear up your skin without stripping away moisture. Its nourishing blend of rosehip, blue tansy, tamanu, and black cumin seed works effectively as a spot treatment or can be mixed into your moisturizer for an all-over facial treatment.
Blume is a woman- and POC-owned business based in Canada, offering a range of cruelty-free, vegan, and eco-friendly skin, body, and period care products.
Customer Review: "Holy grail. This has transformed the way my skin looks and feels! No more troublesome hormonal breakouts, and I've subscribed to this product monthly!" —Ashley G.
Available at Blume starting at $28+ (offered in two sizes).
20. Belif's lightweight moisture bomb enhances skin elasticity, provides a dewy finish, and — my personal favorite — delivers a refreshing, cooling sensation to your skin.
21. Peach & Lily's Glass Skin Refining Serum is enriched with peach extract, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and peptide complexes — all of which contribute to a brighter, smoother, more hydrated, and naturally radiant complexion. Apply a small amount after cleansing and toning, but before moisturizing!
Peach & Lily is a woman- and Asian-owned small business that specializes in Korean skincare products made from natural, toxin-free ingredients.
Customer Review: "I kept seeing this serum all over my TikTok feed, and I just had to try it. It’s so versatile and addresses so many skin concerns I’ve had since my early teens. Now, after using it, I swear by it. If you’re thinking of trying Peach & Lily’s products, I 100% recommend this serum. My skin has never looked this great until I first used it. My face is now glowing, clear, and radiant." —Natalie Y.
Available from Peach & Lily or Ulta for $39.
22. Youth to the People's vegan Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask combines four deeply hydrating ingredients: squalane, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and betaine. Additionally, it features maqui and prickly pear — two powerful superfruits that fight free radicals and reduce redness.
23. Aveeno's Soothing Bath Treatment — featuring fragrance-free colloidal oatmeal — is especially helpful for those suffering from dry skin or eczema aggravated by colder temperatures.
24. Saturday Skin's Rub-A-Dub Refining Peel Gel rejuvenates rough skin, regardless of the season. This blend of papaya, pineapple, and aloe vera not only enhances your skin's smoothness but also leaves it with a delightful fragrance!
Top review: "At first, I was a bit startled. I received this in my FabFitFun box, but I didn’t check what it was for. When I finally investigated and saw that the debris coming off my face was dead skin... I was SHOCKED. It truly brightens and smooths my skin." —Cheryl H.T. Dolan
Available on Amazon for $16.80.
25. Cocokind's Mymatcha All-Over Moisture Stick is a multifunctional product that can be used on lips, under the eyes, and for dry patches. The formula is enriched with coconut oil, sunflower oil, and vitamin E to be gentle on the skin, while matcha, rich in caffeine, helps reduce puffiness.
26. Jack Black's Intense Therapy Lip Balm shields your lips with the power of vitamin E, nourishing emollients, and SPF 25. Yes, your lips can burn in the sun too, and no, you definitely want to avoid that.
27. Noto's Deep Serum is packed with a powerful blend of natural ingredients like marula, rosehip seed, and wild carrot. These work together not only to deeply hydrate and nourish your skin but also help acne heal through cell renewal.
Noto is a queer womxn-founded brand created by Gloria Noto. The brand offers vegan, cruelty-free, and inclusive products. A portion of sales from the brand's Agender Oil is donated to community organizations such as Planned Parenthood, Black Mama's Matter, and the LA LGBT Youth Center.
Customer review: "This has officially become my new favorite serum. It's lightweight yet deeply nourishing. Other serums would leave me looking greasy, but this one gives me a natural glow. I'm a lifelong fan." — Nicole
Available for $58 at Amazon or Noto.
28. Asutra's Soak The Day Away is enriched with mineral-packed Dead Sea salt, as well as juniper and cypress essential oils. These ingredients help clear acne, slough off dead skin, and boost circulation.
29. Keys Soulcare's Be Luminous Exfoliator, activated by water, gently buffs away dead skin with its blend of soothing, antioxidant-rich ingredients such as green tea, hojicha powder, mung beans, oats, and lactic acid. Based on Alicia Keys's radiant complexion, this mix seems like a perfect match!
Rave review: "I was so surprised by this when I first tried it. A POWDER EXFOLIATOR? Let me tell you, it works wonders. You mix it with water, and it transforms into a creamy yet slightly gritty texture, perfect for massaging into your skin. It leaves your skin looking fresh and glowing. I’m hooked! Plus, you get so much in the container—it will last forever! If I ever run out, I’ll definitely repurchase and highly recommend it to anyone. You’ll be pleasantly surprised!" —Monika Bruce
Available at Ulta Beauty or Keys Soulcare for $25.
30. Loops' Double Take Glow Hydrogel Face Mask is described as "everything you need to turn heads," and as someone who uses it often, I can attest to that! Just ten minutes is all it takes for the sunflower seed oil, anti-sebum complex, hyalurosmooth, and aloe vera to absorb into your skin, leaving you with a radiant, dewy glow.
Glowing review: "I absolutely adore how hydrating it is! My face feels so refreshed and rejuvenated after use. The results are just amazingggg." —Britian S.
Grab a set of five from Loops for $30.
31. Primera Alpine Berry Watery Soothing Gel Cream absorbs at ⚡️lightning speed⚡️, delivering a cool, calming sensation. If you're dealing with redness, dryness, or irritation, this ultra-hydrating gel will become your new best friend.
32. Wishful's Thirst Trap Juice 🧃 keeps your skin nourished, resilient, and plump thanks to a blend of THREE types of hyaluronic acid and firming peptides.
The ultra-hydrating serum is brought to you by Huda Kattan, the Iraqi-American entrepreneur and makeup artist who founded Huda Beauty, Kayali Fragrances, and Wishful.
Raving review: "I’m new to using serums, but after seeing a video review, I decided to try this one. My skin is usually quite dry, but this serum absorbs perfectly and my skin absolutely loves it. I've been using it morning and night right after toner, and I've noticed a dramatic boost in hydration and that coveted, radiant dewiness." —MaggieMayTrout
Pick it up at Sephora for $47.
33. Sunday Riley's Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil works to improve your skin's elasticity with retinol, while soothing redness with blue tansy. Apply three to four drops every night after cleansing for a glow that develops overnight.
Promising review: "I initially bought the largest size on sale without giving it much thought. I noticed it was a popular product featuring retinol (I’m in my early 30s), and I was impressed by how radiant my skin looked the morning after using it, so I kept using it. Now, almost a year later, I understand why people refer to this as a ‘holy grail.’ My hairline bumps are gone, no more random breakouts, my skin texture is almost perfect, and I constantly get compliments on my ‘good skin.’ Luna oil has played a huge role in that, and I’ll never go without it again!" —AlexandraFM
Available at Sephora for $55+ (in two sizes).
34. Korres' Greek Yoghurt Probiotic Superdose Face Mask works wonders for dry, oily, and combination skin, using *actual* Greek yogurt. While you might have been told not to play with your food, this mask is all about slathering it on your face, and say goodbye to dullness and dryness.
Promising review: "This face mask is hands down one of the best I’ve ever tried. I deal with minor rosacea, dry skin, acne, and enlarged pores, and THIS MASK...it calms my rosacea, hydrates dry skin, helps with acne, and visibly smooths my pores. I use it twice a week, and the difference is noticeable right away." —suzymay
Available at Sephora for $52.
35. Glossier's Milky Jelly Cleanser effortlessly dissolves makeup, ensuring your pores stay clear and breathable overnight. Its pH-balanced formula is perfect for sensitive skin, with poloxamer — a gentle cleansing agent — taking the place of traditional soap.
Promising review: "My skin is super sensitive, and this product is a game-changer. It’s so smooth and gentle, it doesn’t cause breakouts, but it still effectively removes all the dirt and impurities from my pores after a long day. If you're buying anything from Glossier, make sure it's this." —Hufflebucky
Available at Glossier for $10+ (in two sizes).
36. Dermalogica's Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator helps clear out pores and smooth uneven texture, all while preserving your skin's natural barrier. For those who need to know exactly what's in their products, this one features mild cleansers like salicylic acid, colloidal oatmeal, and ginkgo.
Promising review: "My crops are thriving, my grades are through the roof, and most importantly, my skin has NEVER been clearer! I’ve tried everything Sephora has to offer for acne, and nothing worked until this! After using it for just a month, the results are mind-blowing! My skin is acne-free, my pores are smaller, my skin is glowing, and my face has never been so soft since I was a KID. At first, the price made me hesitate, but now I see it's totally worth it for the quality you get!" —Jurban
Available at Sephora for $18+ (in two sizes and as a refill).
37. Payot Paris' Revitalizing Body Oil blends six pure, all-natural ingredients, including sunflower oil and thyme essential oil, which melt into your skin so luxuriously.
Available now at our Goodful shop for $38.70 (down from $43).
38. Peter Thomas Roth's Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches offer the fastest way to enjoy a spa-like experience at home. Pop them on while you relax with The Golden Bachelor and kiss dryness and puffiness goodbye.
Promising review: "I tried these for the first time and was impressed! I left them on a bit longer, until they were nearly dry, and when I removed them, I was amazed at the results — pun intended. There was a clear improvement. My under-eye area was less puffy, noticeably smoother, and the dark circles were much reduced. They are cooling gel cushions, offering a refreshing and soothing sensation. There’s no fragrance. This is now a staple in my skincare routine, and I’ll definitely be purchasing them again." —susanshi
Get 30 pairs/60 patches from Sephora for $55.
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