1. COSRX's Snail Mucin Repairing Essence steps up to fight dullness and dryness with an impressive 96% snail mucin (harvested in a *100%* ethical and eco-friendly manner). Big thanks to our snail friends for the help! đ


Isle of Paradise's Confidently Clear Body Cleansing Wash is a powerhouse for clearing up breakouts, thanks to its combination of lactic and salicylic acids that help decongest pores. Ideal for tackling bacne and buttne, it also contains polyglutamic acid to lock in moisture, ensuring your skin stays hydrated without the risk of dryness during your breakout-busting routine.


3. Primera Alpine Berry Watery Soothing Gel Cream absorbs âĄïžinstantlyâĄïž, delivering a refreshing coolness that calms the skin. If you're dealing with redness, tightness, or irritation, this ultra-hydrating gel will become your go-to solution.


4. Seraphic Skincare's Korean Exfoliating Mitt effectively sloughs off dead skin, preparing you for a long night of fake tanning. Not into tanning? No problem â it also helps clear clogged pores, prevent ingrown hairs, and reduce bumps from keratosis pilaris.


5. Alternatively, Evridwear's Exfoliating Gloves are a game-changer when you're ready to tackle an "all-over" shower and exfoliate every inch of your body.

6. Juvia's Place's Magic Lip Oil is a guaranteed way to keep your lips smooth and hydrated. The formula is light, non-sticky, and infused with vitamin E and fruit extracts that not only provide a delicious scent but also moisturize your lips.

The lip oils come in five delightful flavors: Mango, Honeydew, Watermelon, Blueberry, and Sweet Orange.
Juvia's Place is a Black woman-owned business focused on inclusive beauty for everyone, celebrating founder Chichi Eburu's African roots with their colorful, vibrant products.
You can get it from Juvia's Place for just $10 (available in five delicious flavors).
7. CeraVe's Hydrating Facial Cleanser contains a blend of hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and glycerin to help cleanse your pores of makeup, dirt, and excess oils, while also maintaining hydration. It may be a popular choice, but if you're seeking a sign to finally try it, this is it. âŹ


8. Florence by Mills' Mind Glowing Peel-Off Mask utilizes charcoal to extract dirt and oils, then follows up with witch hazel to calm inflammation, tighten pores, and leave your skin feeling refreshed. If you're battling dullness, this is a simple way to restore your glow.


Using the peel-off mask is a breeze! Just apply a generous layer across your face, let it ~sit~ for 20 to 30 minutes (or until it dries), and gently peel it off from the edges. Donât forget to apply your favorite moisturizer afterward to lock in all the benefits!
Pick it up from Ulta or Target for just $24.
9. Cosmedica Skincare's Hyaluronic Acid Serum works wonders by visibly plumping, hydrating, and smoothing your skin at such an incredibly affordable price, you'll be thrilled to repurchase it again and again.


10. Loops' Double Take Glow Hydrogel Face Mask is described by the brand as "everything you need to put heads on swivel," and as a regular user, I couldnât agree more! Just 10 minutes is all it takes for the sunflower seed oil, anti-sebum complex, hyalurosmooth, and aloe vera to absorb into your skin, leaving you looking dewy and fresh.


Promising review: "I love how juicy it is, my face and skin feel incredibly hydrated and refreshed! The results are amazingggg." âBritian S.
Get a pack of five from Loops for $30.
11. Lee Beauty's Callus Remover removes tough skin from your feet (ahem, :::clears throat::: feet) if you're not ready to deal with the dreaded cheese grater at the salon.

12. Aveeno's Daily Moisturizing Body Oil Mist delivers visibly smoother skin in just one week, thanks to nourishing vitamin E and oils rich in fatty acids, like oat and jojoba. PS: Reviewers with sensitive skin (even those with eczema) swear by it as a must-have.


13. Tower 28's SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray uses just three workhorse ingredients â good ol' H2O, sodium chloride, and hypochlorous acid â to put redness and dullness in its place. đ„ Used faithfully a.m. and p.m., it'll leave your complexion even and glowing.

Tower 28 is an LAâbased clean beauty brand specializing in nontoxic, nonirritating vegan and cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Amy Liu, the founder and CEO, worked for 15+ years as a beauty exec before leaving to create products that would suit her sensitive eczema-prone skin.
Full disclosure: Many reviewers say the SOS spray's scent isn't super pleasant (think: chlorinated pool water) BUT it has helped them with hormonal breakouts and rosacea.
Promising review: "This is a holy grail product. I swear I have glass skin now thanks to this spray. My texture, pores, skin tone, hydration, everything seems better. I love how it looks, how it smells, and especially how happy it makes my skin. Iâll be buying this for the rest of my life. Iâve already repurchased it twice. Worth the hype." âSephora reviewer
Get it from Sephora or Tower 28 for $12+ (available in two sizes).
14. Cocokind's Mymatcha All-Over Moisture Stick is a versatile lil' product you can use on your lips, under eyes, and dry spots. The hydrating formula is packed with coconut oil, sunflower oil, and vitamin E which are gentle on your skin barrier as well as caffeine-rich matcha which can help relieve puffiness.


15. Pacifica's Glow Baby Booster Serum brightens dull skin and improves texture with the power of vitamin C and glycolic acid. You can use it alone or mix it with your favorite moisturizer for an added boost when you need it.


16. Cuccio's plant-based Cuticle Revitalizing Oil is perfect for nails that have been suffering from months of neglected manicures. This natural formula hydrates dry skin and strengthens nails, making it easier to work on growing them out, if that's always been your dream!


17. Peach & Lily's Glass Skin Refining Serum is loaded with peach extract, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and peptide complexes, all of which work together to make your skin brighter, dewier, smoother, and absolutely glowing. Apply a small amount after cleansing and toning, but before moisturizing!


Peach & Lily is an Asian- and woman-owned small business that focuses on Korean skincare products made from natural, toxin-free ingredients.
Promising review: "I kept seeing this serum on my TikTok For You page, and I knew I had to try it. It's so versatile and addresses many skin concerns I've had since my teens. Now, after using it, I absolutely swear by it. If you're thinking about trying Peach & Lily products, I 100% recommend this serum. My skin has never looked this amazingâglowing, clear, and radiant since I started using it." âNatalie Y.
Get it from Peach & Lily or Ulta for $39.
18. Neutrogena's Hydro Boost Water Gel delivers intense hydration with a hyaluronic acid-based water-gel formula. Use it at night and wake up with skin that feels soft and smooth like a baby's.


19. La Roche-Posay's Hydrating Gentle Cleanser is designed specifically for sensitive skin, with its soothing milky formula that helps maintain your skin's natural protective barrier and pH balance.


20. O'Keeffe's Working Hands Cream is the perfect remedy for hands that have become cracked and dry from constant use of hand sanitizer. While it's important to keep your hands clean, if dry skin is already an issue, sanitizers might make things worse.


21. Biossance Squalane + Rose Vegan Lip Balm deeply hydrates your lips with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and Wakame algae â all ingredients that provide a serious moisture boost. So if your lips need a little moisture and plumpness, this is the one to try!


Promising review: "This lip balm is fantastic! It's super hydrating and I don't need to apply it repeatedly. The formula is smooth, non-sticky, and non-greasy. Highly recommend!! I've already bought three of them! And they really last!" âJeanGrey06
Find it at Sephora for $16.
22. Grace & Stella's Spray All Day is a refreshing rose water, collagen, and hyaluronic acid blend that works wonders. It calms redness, controls oil, and helps balance your pH level. Use it as a skin refresher or as a makeup setting spray to keep your look fresh throughout the day.


23. Jack Black's Intense Therapy Lip Balm shields your lips with vitamin E, nourishing emollients, and SPF 25 because, yes, your lips can get sunburned tooâand no, you definitely donât want that to happen.

24. Glow Recipe's Watermelon Glow BHA + PHA Pore-Tight Facial Toner helps refine pores and smoothen your complexion, unveiling a glowing skin finish. Simply apply after cleansing and get ready to shine like Beyoncé.


25. I Dew Care's Chill Kitten Moisturizer blends prickly pear extract, heart-leaf extract, and aloe vera leaf into a refreshing gel that hydrates without leaving a greasy residue, providing just the right amount of moisture for your skin.

26. Blume's Meltdown Acne Oil is formulated to help clear blemishes without drying out your skin. Featuring a blend of rosehip, blue tansy, tamanu, and black cumin seed, this oil can be used as a targeted spot treatment or added to your moisturizer for an all-over treatment.

Blume is a women- and POC-owned small business based in Canada that focuses on cruelty-free, vegan, and eco-friendly products for skincare, body care, and period care.
Promising review: "My holy grail. This product has completely transformed my skin! Hormonal breakouts are no longer a big issue, and Iâve subscribed to this product on a monthly basis!" âAshley G.
Purchase it from Blume for $28+ (available in two sizes).
27. Cocokind's Texture Smoothing Cream is often referred to as 'green juice for your face.' What does that mean? It combines celery seed, squalane, and tsubaki seed oil to help shrink pores, enhance texture, and reinforce your skinâs barrier, delivering maximum hydration.


Cocokind is a San Francisco-based, woman-founded small business that specializes in botanical-driven skincare, with a focus on both physical and mental well-being.
Promising review: "Wow, Iâm seriously impressed by this moisturizer! My face has a lot of texture from acne, and I wasnât sure if the cream would be too heavy, but itâs perfect. Itâs lightweight, with just the right amount of tackiness in a good way?! Lol, my skin absorbs it and feels incredibly dewy afterward!" âAlex C.
Available for purchase at Cocokind for $22.
28. Sol de Janeiro's Brazilian Bum Bum Cream lives up to its promise of tightening and softening the skin, giving you a radiant glow. But honestly, itâs the irresistible scent that keeps reviewers coming back for more!


29. Wishful's Thirst Trap Juice đ§ keeps your skin nourished, resilient, and glowing with a blend of THREE types of hyaluronic acid and firming peptides.

This intensely hydrating serum is from Huda Kattan, the Iraqi-American makeup artist and entrepreneur who founded Huda Beauty, Kayali Fragrances, and Wishful.
Promising review: "I adore this serum. Iâm new to using serums, but after watching a review, I decided to try it. My dry skin drinks it up and loves it. I apply it morning and night right after my toner, and Iâve noticed a significant improvement in my skin's hydration and the dewy glow we all desire." âMaggieMayTrout
Get it from Sephora for $47.
30. Peach Slices Citrus-Honey Aqua Glow Hydrating Moisture-Gel delivers an instant burst of hydration with a silky texture that feels more like a serum. This fragrance-free formula also soothes, brightens, and evens out your skin tone, powered by annatto seeds, grapefruit, and honey.

Customer Review: "This moisturizer has become my absolute favorite! It gives my skin a beautiful glow without feeling greasy. It's incredibly hydrating yet light. I can't believe such a great moisturizer is so affordable! I would definitely repurchase it over many of the $50+ moisturizers I've tried." âbeatsbylizzie
Available for purchase at Peach & Lilly for $11.99.
31. Peter Thomas Roth's Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches are the perfect way to treat yourself to a spa-like experience from home. Simply apply these patches while you unwind on a Monday night binge-watching The Bachelorette, and kiss dryness and puffiness goodbye.


Highly Recommended Review: "I used these for the first time and was thoroughly impressed! I left them on until they were nearly dry, and when I removed them, I was amazed â pun intended. I could see a clear improvement. My under-eye area was no longer puffy, much smoother, and the dark circles looked significantly better. They feel refreshing and soothing with their cooling gel cushions, and there's no fragrance. These have now become a part of my regular skincare routine, and Iâll definitely repurchase." âsusanshi
Available at Sephora: 30 pairs/60 patches for $55.
32. Payot Paris' Revitalizing Body Oil is crafted from just six all-natural ingredients, including sunflower oil and thyme essential oil, which melt into the skin in the most luxurious way.

Pick it up at our Goodful store for $43.
33. If you're sporting any *killer* ink, Mad Rabbit's Tattoo Balm helps maintain its fresh, vibrant look. This formula, packed with fatty acids and antioxidants, prevents fading and shields your skin from harmful environmental stressors, so you won't regret that $500 tattoo investment that could otherwise become a faded, sun-damaged blur. đ

The reviews presented in this post have been shortened and/or clarified for better understanding.