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“I break brushes all the time, and this one lasts!!!”

I'm a Shopping Editor who uses my passion for hitting "add to cart" (and my 8+ years in media) to curate the best products on the web — I'm particularly passionate about finding the best beauty products, which probably stems from my days of working at Lush Cosmetics, where I learned about effective skincare ingredients while getting covered in bath bomb dust every day.

Check out a TikTok of the Laneige Neo Blurring Powder in action. 

Promising review: "I loved this setting powder, it blurred my pores and blended my makeup so well that even my husband noticed. Wow! I will be buying more before people find it and sell it all out, hehehe." —Charlotte Laim 

Get it from Amazon for $25, and get the keychain case for $10.15.

Promising reviews: "I’m a big fan of dry shampoo and have been through my fair share of product testing and let me tell y’all, this is the holy grail... Since it’s just the powder itself rather than the can of spray filled with all that junk, you get so much more out of it, I haven’t even finished my first container and it’s been months. To add on to the lasting ability, it works so well I don’t have to use as much or often. It takes me from messy, old, greasy hair to looking like it’s freshly washed in seconds. I suggest putting it on before bed to let it settle in your sleep, but you can also do it right before walking out the door and get amazing results." —Caroline W.

"This stuff is my new holy grail. I have very fine and very oily hair. I used to wash it daily but after getting a shag haircut I moved to every other day with lots of dry shampoo in between. I will never go back to aerosol dry shampoo again. I have used Batiste for many years but the smell and residue is too much... Application is super easy (it doesn’t get EVERYWHERE!) you only need a small amount, and there is no smell." —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in six shades and refills and various pack sizes). 

Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! 

Check out a TikTok of the collagen sunscreen in action. 

Promising review: "I am a skincare snob. I spend way too much money on products. But over the last couple of years, I’ve been trying to find a new moisturizer with SPF that doesn’t bankrupt me. I need something that can help my dry skin, protect from the sun, and not irritate my sensitive skin. I was skeptical about this product, never having heard of the brand, but I gave it a try. I am SO thrilled with the results. This moisturizer is BETTER than the $55 alternative I have been using. It moisturizes like a dream. It doesn’t pill. And my sensitive skin loves it. I am THRILLED with my purchase and will definitely be back for more!" —R. Berry

Promising reviews: "Remarkable AF. First time using a product such as this and I will never again be photographed without it. Truth." —L Morgan Reynolds

"I am rather picky on my primers. I have used a bunch of different ones including Too Faced, Urban Decay, Elf, Nyx, Smashbox, etc. This is by far my favorite. It has a nice light scent (I have sensitive skin), dries quickly, and does not leave my face sticky. It really sinks into the skin too. A little goes a long way with this stuff. After applying foundation, it really minimizes my pores and gives my skin a nice healthy glow." —Stephanie

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a green tint).

If you want some exfoliation, try rubbing it in with a well-loved exfoliating mitt.

Promising review: "This product delivers exactly as promised and is incredibly easy to use. I suffer from dry skin and often apply various products to soften my feet. With this, I simply spray it on and immediately massage it in with my hands... It leaves my feet feeling exceptionally soft. This has quickly become my new favorite thing." —KimT

Promising review: "I was dubious at first, having seen this on TikTok. I can now confirm that it works as directed, and the results are amazing. 24 hours after I soaked my feet in the plastic bag, nothing happened. Then, 48 hours later, it started working. 72 hours, and it was in full working mode. Like other reviewers, I also suggest just letting the skin come off naturally. As someone who wears flip-flops often, I opted for socks and shoes during the shedding period to capture the skin, even when sleeping, because who wants chunks of dead skin in their bedsheets?! (it sounds so gross, but you’ll understand once you do it) The shedding lasts for a few days. The results are incredible. Will use this again!" —Vanessa

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in six other formulas, a large size, and various packs).

Check out a TikTok of the Edgelift Curl Brush in action. 

Promising review: "Best brush hands-down, I am a mixed girl with thick curly hair, and when I run this brush through my hair wet, it does magic. My curls after using this in the shower to detangle are amazing, then I use my choice of product to style it row by row, and it gives me bouncy curls that help cover more scalp but separate effectively. It's extremely sturdy. I break brushes all the time, and this one lasts!!!" —Janay K 

Bounce Curl is a small business that specializes in curl brushes. 

Get it from Amazon for $30 (available in five colors). 

See a TikTok review of the shaver here! For best results, the brand recommends stretching your skin with one hand, laying the blade flat, and then shaving against the grain. 

Promising review: "I tell everyone about this! No nicks, cuts, or razor bumps! The battery life is surprisingly long, too! I use this ALL over my body. Trust me when I tell you it saves you time and pain compared to a normal razor!! Seriously, never going back to a plastic one after this!" —Holly

Promising reviews: "I am prone to ingrown hairs. I have VERY coarse pubic hair, and every time I shave, I get razor bumps and ingrown hairs as the hair starts to grow back. Very embarrassing. This has led me to lean more toward trimming that shaving. I decided to try to shave one more time — well, I used Nair and removed my pubic hair from my genital area. I used Fur Oil every day morning and night after the removal, and even as the hair grows back and beyond. I would also exfoliate the area about two to three times a week with a coffee scrub that I got on here. The hair has started to grow back with zero bumps or ingrown hairs. It has actually been over a month, and still no issues. This has never happened to me before. I have never not removed hair down there and not had ingrown hairs and hair bumps. This is a new experience for me, and I am loving it. I have even removed hair again since then and still no problems. My only complaint is the size of the bottle, and the smell is so-so. It is a very small bottle for the price. I will continue to use this combination of products, though, because I know it works. I am satisfied." —In the know

"GET THIS OIL!!! I CANNOT express enough how amazing this product is!!! I have very fair, sensitive skin, and prior to using this oil, I would get the worst razor burn. My coworker told me to buy it (that's when you know it's bad when your coworker gives you advice after seeing your razor-burnt armpits) because she uses it and was exclaiming about it. Now I only get razor burn in the worst spots every once in a while, but put it on the next day too, and they're gone. Works the best with ingrown hairs too!! Anytime you have one, you just have to do enough to cover the area — a little goes a long way!! — and the nastiest ingrown can be gone the next day. Now I have to use it immediately after drying off after shaving." —Emily

Fur is a small business specializing in post-hair-removal products.

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes). 

The metal on the comb is anti-rust and easy to clean and comes with a protective cover for maximum hygiene.

Promising review: "As a pro makeup artist, this is an excellent tool to have in my kit. Excellent for removing mascara clumps." —Lady Marina

I am obsessed with this stuff. Calling it a "holy grail" would honestly be an understatement — it quite literally saves my hands from becoming flaky, red, and crusty during the winter months. I tend to wash my hands an excessive amount of times a day (especially in a post-2020 world), which usually leads to super scaly skin that sometimes cracks and bleeds. However, if I put this on in the morning, my skin stays smooth and soft all day long. I was initially worried it might leave a noticeable film on my hands, but it's completely undetectable. This is now a permanent fixture on my bathroom sink.

Promising review: "I work in the healthcare field, wash my hands every 20 minutes for 12 hours, three days in a row. By the end of the second day, no matter how much lotion I use, my hands are so cracked all over they bleed. This is the first product that has made a huge difference. I started using it after the first day of work for the week. My hands were red and dry, but not cracked. I applied every 2x–3x I washed my hands and by the end of the day, my hands were no worse than how they started. By the end of the 3rd day, my hands had started to actually heal, rather than continue to dry out and crack. This is a holy grail product for anyone who works in an area with a lot of hand washing. I will never go without this in the winter again. So glad this exists!!" —Amanda B.

Gloves in a Bottle is a small business that specializes in skincare products for working professionals. 

Get it from Amazon for $17 (available in various pack sizes).

Promising review: "This is one of my all time favorite lotions. It is not greasy and absorbs well. I use it all over my body, including my neck. For a few weeks, I used this on one hand and not the other, and you could tell. I will never not have this lotion. Great thickness. Hardly no scent at all which I like." —Can't Go Wrong with Fancy

Get it from Amazon for $11.97+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I live in Colorado and my hands get so dry, they crack and hurt. Since I've been getting these, they make such a huge difference. I put the gloves on for at least 20 minutes while rubbing my hands together during that time. And when I take the gloves off, I continue to rub what is leftover in my hands until it is done." —Laurie R.

Get a pack of six pairs from Amazon for $14.90 (also available in foot masks and in a combination pack). 

Promising review: "My natural nails are horrible! They are and thin and brittle, and have a tendency to split, peel and break. Consequently, I wore acrylic nails for several years until I got tired of leaving so much money at the nail salon. When I soaked off the acrylics, my nails were, of course, worse than ever, and nothing I tried seemed to restore them to even their original condition until I found Hard as Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream. I rub this into my cuticles and nail beds several time a day and after two months my nails are hard and much thicker with no breaking or splitting. For the first time since I took off the acrylics, my nails are growing past my finger tips. This cream is a keeper, just ordered my second jar and I'll never again be without it." —M. Hill

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in unscented, shea butter, and cherry almond scented formulas).

Promising reviews: "My Dior nail glow ran out and I saw this brand had a [lookalike} for that. I liked this color even more... Excellent everyday, clean-looking polish. Seems stronger than Essie." —reviewer22

"Growing out my nails has always been a challenge for me; I’m guilty of biting and peeling/picking at my nails when I’m nervous. This product has completely changed my nail game. It gives my nails a hard protective coating, and the tint of pink makes even my stubby nails look professional and pretty." —Andi

BTW, these work best on open, draining pustules (rather than blackheads or pimples that haven't come to a head yet). You can read more at Cleveland Clinic!

Promising review: "I never had acne when I was younger, I got acne when I was in my twenties, and I have no self-control to not pop and pick them. My skin takes forever to heal, like 2–3 weeks of a scab because I pick it all the time. THESE ARE LIFE CHANGING. They hydrate and heal my scabs in 2–3 DAYS. They pull gunk out, even if I pop a zit and wash my face, but these on, it’ll continue pulling the rest of the stuff out. Truly I’m in love with these. When I first heard of acne patches, I thought, 'I’ll never pay money to make a zit go away,' but these are affordable and effective. I went through the 36 in less than a week because I had some scabs to heal that took a majority of my patches, but I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to heal their face faster. I also used this on a zit on my bum, and it’s healed that one quick for me too!!" —chipper2

Hero Cosmetics is an Asian woman-founded brand and home of the popular Mighty Patch. Ju Rhyu launched the brand in 2017, and it's since evolved with products such as cleansers, toners, nose strips, and more!

Get a 36-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in packs of 72 and 75).

Note: Reviewers say this works best on exfoliated and moisturized lips (maybe do a lip mask the night before!), as the stain can settle into dry patches. Some reviewers also say it's not the best option for extending the lip line.

Promising review: "I ordered the xoxo and liked it so much I bought the next darker shade. I have never worn lipstick, but I am in my early sixties now, and my lips seem paler than they used to be. I wanted a very natural look, and this provided just the right amount of color. I put lip oil over it to give my lips shine and moisture, and the natural-looking color lasts at least half a day. I've tried tinted lip gloss, but it never lasts more than an hour." —casual shopper

Get it from Amazon for $22 (available in 16 shades).

Promising review: "I started taking medication that dried my skin, including severely drying my lips to the point that my lips were peeling and cracked. I bought this lip repair balm based on the reviews, and after the first night, I started noticing my lips healing! I apply the lip repair to my lips every night, and it keeps my lips moist throughout the night. I just ordered my second order! Highly recommend!" —Delia K.

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "I usually suffer from chapped lips in the winter, to begin with, but now having braces makes it 100x worse. I have tried all kinds of different lip balms and moisturizers, and nothing was helping. I have used this product once (and followed up with their lip treatment), and the dryness and peeling are gone. I wish I had tried this a lot sooner. It would have saved me from weeks of dryness and soreness!"—Kathleen M.

Hanalei is a small business based in Hawaii.

Note: This is a repairing treatment, NOT a conditioner! To use, apply it before your shampoo to damp, towel-dried hair, let it sit for at least 3 minutes (up to 10 for maximum results), then follow it up with your go-to shampoo and conditioner. It's designed for all hair types.

Promising reviews: "This tiny little magical oil has done everything it promotes, plus much, much more! I can’t live without this now! I've been using it on my very thin, dried-out, frizzy curls — it solves it all! My hair after one use was noticeably different but now it looks thick, healthy, shiny, and after six weeks of using it twice a week. It looks like I got a fresh haircut! My hair is noticeably healthier, and other people see a difference! Don’t hesitate to get this! I wish I had it sooner!" —Katie

"I'm transitioning to natural, and Oplalex is great for restoring moisture and helping with breakage. I have 4c delicate hair, and this product is perfect. Especially great in restoring my hair nutrition when coming out of protective hairstyles." —Jeanette

Get it from Amazon for $34+ (available in two sizes).

Get a pack of 70 from Amazon for $18.90 (also available in five other styles). 

Promising reviews: "I saw this on YouTube and immediately wanted to try it. I have curly hair which I love but sometimes I just want to put it in a ponytail and go on with my day. This is a time saver for all those little hairs that tend to stick up or don't want to stay in place. I’m not a fan of hairspray, and this even smells nice. I believe it’s a light coconut smell. Overall satisfied, and you don’t need to use much. I took it with me on vacation, and it saved me time in the evening from having to deal with bad hair days." —Blanca Perez

"I have 4a–4b curls. When my hair is straight, there are a few spots that are a little frizzier than others which to me, isn't a big deal. Some flyaways however were the biggest reason why I got this. It lays the baby hairs and is a little bit of a heavier product. I will say, you just have to be careful if you're not used to using heavy product. The first time I used it, I just put a little in my hands and then put it where it was needed." —Jay

Just a note that you don't have to lay your edges, but this is great if you do!

Promising review: "The quality of this product is simply just amazing. It will lay those 4C edges for all day up to 8 hours coverage. The smell is not as pungent as other products I have tried. This product is thick must use edge control brush, and the ease of use is use it as you would any other edge control. Apply a little to the brush place it on those edges tie it down, let it dry, and walk away. The price point is amazing. The size of the container will last quite a while depending how much you use. Can't go wrong with Ebin." —ms. jackson

Get it from Amazon from $6.08+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I used to pay a professional to dermaplane my face once a month to remove the peach fuzz, which makes me look older and makes the makeup application more cumbersome. I searched for years for a home product to use to save money and time. This is the closest I have been able to get to professional dermaplaning in the convenience of my home, on my time/schedule, and at a fraction of the price. Love it!" —SEM1969

Get a three-count from Amazon for $5.94 (clip the coupon on the product page to get it for $4.49; also available in a pack of nine).

Promising reviews: "This stuff is my holy grail dandruff product. I have dandruff year-round, and my thick hair keeps it locked in. Nizoral is truly the only dandruff shampoo that nixes the problem within days of use, and it doesn't have a funky smell." —Erin

"This is the holy grail of shampoos for dandruff. Literally read the review of someone else saying this gets rid of your dandruff the first use. THEY WERE NOT LYING! If you have been struggling with dandruff for years, this shampoo is what you need to invest in. PLEASE!" —Amazon Customer

Check out a TikTok of the nail glue in action. 

Promising review: "I’ve been using this on my press-ons, and when I say they last a month or longer without any popping off! I will never go back to any other brand. Easy to use, quick-drying, GREAT PRICE!! Like, how can you best that value? The size you get for the price is really unmatched. The glue removal is pretty easy. If I plan on reusing the press-ons, I’ll soak them in water and soap and pop them off. If not, I’ll cut and shave down the nails and soak in acetone until it dissolves the nails enough for me to use my drill." —Big Ming

This works best in thinning areas on the crown and part line, and if you're in between two shades, the brand recommends going with the darker option. To use, just sprinkle over the desired area and pat it in — you can also hit it with some hairspray for an extra secure hold. It'll wash out with your next shampoo. 

I personally am OBSESSED with this stuff for covering the bald spot my thirties have so graciously gifted me. It is so simple to sprinkle into any thinning areas (yes, even by yourself! Though I typically hold up a hand mirror behind my head while looking in another mirror to get a better idea of where to aim the container). I've never had any issues with it fading or sweating off, though I do typically do a super light spritz of hairspray just in case.

Promising reviews: "I was cautious about trying, as my hair is beginning to gray as well as thin. But it makes a remarkable difference and blends well with the darker roots." —Cecelia

"I have AA 4c hair that I recently cut super short. When it was long, my thin spots around the hairline were concealed. So, with my hair short, they were apparent and made me self-conscious. I purchased Boldify with just a little skepticism. I am so glad I purchased it. The application is easy and does not stain clothing. Be careful not to scratch your head throughout the day because you will see the dark coloring under your fingernails. It is a large bottle for the price. I will continue to buy and recommend." —Jza Jza

Geti it from Amazon for $14.80+ (available in three sizes and a two-pack, and in 10 colors).

Although, gray hair is honestly pretty fierce, so feel free to let those silvery strands shine!

Promising reviews: "Wow, I've tried so many different root/scalp cover powders, some with this same kind of sponge applicator. This product leaves all others in the dust, as in vastly superior. I was skeptical to try one more similar product. This covers completely and effortlessly, with only a few strokes of the sponge. Start applying just behind the hairline, then you can use the sponge afterward with remaining product on it, to gently fill in the hairline. I seriously cannot tell you how remarkable this product is, and the ease at which it fully covers any area on your scalp. Other ones I've used required me to keep going back for more powder because it would only cover a small area at a time, and even then the coverage could be blotchy. Not this. You need very little to cover a broad area and it covers smoothly and looks very natural!" —KCW

Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in three sizes and 14 colors).

Promising reviews: "Love this product. I always use it, and I am a sweaty person 😅 I sweat easily.. not even kidding. I compare it to the One Size and I have to say that I do like this one much better. It really doesn’t budge." —Zully B

"This works just as well as the One Size. I have very oily skin and need a high-quality setting spray, and this one works amazing! Skip the expensive one and try this!!" —Shopgirl

Get it from Amazon for $10.98+ (available in two sizes).

This is designed to be used without soap — just wet your skin for 5-10 minutes, then get to scrubbing! Check out a TikTok of the back scrubber in action. 

Promising review: "I used this back scrubber the day after it arrived, and I love it. Finally, I have an easy-to-use and more effective way to scrub my back. I saw the dead skin fall to the shower floor. Wow! And it easily rinsed cleaned, too." —Naomi M. 

Dermasuri is a small business that specializes in skincare and personal care products. 

Promising review: "My boyfriend and I have been trying different products for a while now, and some work better than others for my face, and I feel like almost nothing works to minimize his pores and blackheads. We both have troubled areas around the nose. Well, I saw this on TikTok once and the little container was so cute. I had to look it up and its benefits. I ordered the little octopus scrub and noticed a HUGE difference within the second use, not only on my face, but my boyfriend's too!! He is obsessed and says 'we need to buy the whole skincare line' every time he washes his face. 🤣🤣💀" —Elizabeth M.

The kit comes with ten toenail braces and the materials needed to apply them.

Promising review: "I never realized how curved and not-OK my toenails were. I thought the pain I had was just normal and a fact of life. Only when I read about the Curve Correct product did I realize that I had a major problem that could be resolved! Now I'm on the way to normal, flat toenails that DON'T grow curved into my skin!" —Jamie H.

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The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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