39 Skincare Products That Look Like They Cost More Than They Really Do

1. COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence, a lightweight yet incredibly hydrating facial serum suitable for all skin types — even the most sensitive. It helps reduce acne scars, dark spots, and fine lines. Additionally, the snail mucin is ethically and sustainably sourced. 

2. The SAEM Iceland Hydrating Eye Stick is a refreshing cooling eye treatment made from *authentic* Icelandic glacial water, perfect for reducing puffiness and revitalizing tired under eyes. Plus, it offers an incredibly soothing sensation. 

3. Cuccio Cuticle Oil has a delightful fragrance and is incredibly effective at treating dry, cracked cuticles while moisturizing your hands. Plus, it makes a beautiful addition to your vanity. I've been using it for a while, and it only takes a moment each day!

4. An exfoliating scrub mitt effectively helps shed excess dead skin and particles when used a couple of times a month (it's that effective, so you don't need to use it often!). Reviewers find it incredibly useful for removing self-tanner, tackling ingrown hairs, and boosting circulation. 

5. Additionally, Evridwear's Exfoliating Gloves allow for a more precise control over exfoliation compared to a mitt. Say hello to your new best friend in the Everything Shower.

6. Schick Dermaplaning Razors effortlessly remove any unwanted peach fuzz and allow you to shape your brows with precision.

7. Bio-Oil — this product could become your new favorite for reducing the appearance of scars and stretch marks. It's also a fantastic hypoallergenic, nongreasy body moisturizer recommended by dermatologists.

8. A Revlon volcanic stone face roller effectively absorbs excess oil and reduces shine on your face. Unlike oil-blotting sheets, the roller ball can be removed, washed, and reused for continuous use.

9. Compound W One Step Pads target plantar warts with a waterproof bandage, allowing you to apply it and continue with your day without any hassle.

10. SheaMoisture African Black Soap is a highly recommended option for addressing excess oil, acne, and skin redness.

11. Jack Black Lip Balm deeply nourishes with a formula rich in shea butter and antioxidant vitamin E, and it also includes SPF 25. This is my go-to emollient lip balm, and I even introduced a friend to it during a chilly December trip to Vienna where we spent a lot of time outside. Her lips got very chapped, and this balm saved them.

12. Nivea Crème provides intense hydration to the driest areas of your face and body. It also doubles as an excellent makeup remover!

13. A bug bite suction tool effectively extracts venom, helping alleviate itch, pain, and swelling from existing bites. It can also be used on other insect stings. Imagine all the scratching you could have avoided!

14. Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover gently removes dead skin around your nails while calming the skin with aloe and chamomile.

15. Burt's Bees after-sun soothing lotion is perfect for when you end up with sunburn, even if you're diligent about reapplying sunscreen, or when you call on your least motivated friend to help reapply sunscreen on your back. Both are highly likely scenarios!

16. O'Keeffe's Working Hands Cream provides relief for dry, cracked hands *while* improving their appearance significantly.

17. O'Keeffe's foot cream is a clever solution to take care of your tired feet.

18. A scalp massager can help ease itching and dandruff, and it feels like a luxurious treat for your scalp.

The Beauty for Real Lip Revival Exfoliating and Hydrating Lip Scrub is a cruelty-free sugar and wax-based exfoliant that works wonders on dry, cracked lips, leaving them feeling revived.

The Healing Solutions tea tree oil helps alleviate rosacea, acne, and foot fungus, providing a solution for a variety of skin issues.

21. A Cocokind matcha-infused moisture stick smoothly glides under the eyes and on the lips, helping to hydrate and reduce puffiness. 

22. Nature Republic Aloe Vera Gel is, in my opinion, a versatile miracle product. This cooling gel absorbs quickly, providing hydration regularly, soothing post-shave skin, or helping to treat a severe sunburn (which, in retrospect, probably should have been looked at by a dermatologist).

23. A foot file quickly removes rough, cracked heels that foot cream alone won't fix. If you're planning to wear sandals or go barefoot at an event, this tool will make your feet look much better in just a few minutes.

24. A Vaseline balm stick works wonders for many uses, but as one dermatologist on IG suggests, it’s especially effective for nourishing your cuticles.

25. Vanicream's Gentle Cleanser offers a deeply moisturizing formula that effectively removes makeup, dirt, and oil. It's free from added fragrances, preservatives, and harsh chemicals, making it especially suitable for people with eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis, and/or acne.

26. Teddie Organics' Rose Water Toner Spray soothes various skin irritations with its anti-inflammatory properties, making it suitable for all-over use, even for sensitive skin.

27. Thayers Witch Hazel Facial Toner has earned its reputation for good reason. With rose petal water, witch hazel extract, and aloe vera, it helps balance oil production, calm redness, and tighten pores. It’s an impressive product, especially considering it’s under $10!

28. Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment is a fragrance-free, natural colloidal oatmeal bath soak, individually packaged to make it easier to treat dry, irritated skin. It’s effective for soothing conditions like poison ivy, eczema, insect bites, sunburn, rashes, prickly heat, chickenpox, and hives—making it a smart product to keep on hand for emergencies.

29. PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash contains 10% benzoyl peroxide, the highest concentration available over the counter. It's also antimicrobial, meaning it fights the acne-causing bacteria, helping to prevent breakouts. With over 40,000 five-star reviews, it’s clear this product works.

30. Elizavecca Witch Piggy Hell Pore Control Hyaluronic Acid Serum has a super fun name. But that's not all it has to offer. It leaves skin feeling soft while helping tighten enlarged pores and delivering some serious moisture. Psst, make a hyaluronic acid serum work even harder by applying to wet skin. 

31. Meebak Cica Sheet Masks help calm and heal sensitive, irritated skin with soothing ingredients like green tea, cherry blossom, damask rose, and of course, cica. Go ahead and indulge in this hydrating treatment (in the best way possible).

32. Handmade Heroes coconut lip scrub has jojoba and avocado oils to scrub but also treat your dry lips.

33. The Inkey List Q10 Antioxidant Serum helps with dryness, loss of firmness and elasticity, and fine lines and wrinkles. So if your hyaluronic serum is no longer cutting it for ya, this is at a worth-a-try price with a great formulation. 

34. Mario Badescu Facial Spray in a mini size, perfect for spritzing on the go when your skin craves the refreshing benefits of cucumber and aloe — or when you just need a quick cool down.

35. Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask offers a fun skincare experience that’s sure to be a hit in the family group chat. Plus, it helps to target blackheads and clears away dead skin that clogs your pores.

36. Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water effectively cleanses and removes makeup — even stubborn layers of waterproof mascara — while also hydrating your skin. The best part? You don’t need to rinse it off afterward.

37. Peach Slices acne spot dots, a much-needed discovery for anyone who’s wished these existed ages ago (like me). Plus, if you tend to use pimple patches frequently, your budget will thank you, as these are more affordable than other brands while still being just as effective.

38. A 12-pack of soft microfiber makeup removing towels, perfect for those who do a full face of makeup and are tired of coordinating their laundry around the Makeup Eraser cycle. (I know I am.)

39. Eva Naturals' vitamin C serum, a simple entry into effective skincare. Its formula combines retinol, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and salicylic acid — all in one. Reviewers even compare it to the Skinceuticals vitamin C serum!