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    24 Products From Amazon We Tried And Loved In May

    Including some deceptively cheap sunglasses and a derm-approved moisturiser.

    Amy Glover
    by Amy Glover

    BuzzFeed Staff

    1. La Roche-Posay's cult-status sunscreen has gotten everyone from beauty influencers to dermatologists excited.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I know how important a good sunscreen is, but I was really struggling to find one that didn't break me out. Enter: this super-lightweight option that coats my skin without clogging it – it feels incredibly hydrating, and it lives up to its 'invisible' claims IMO. Dermatologists love this stuff for its high-coverage, fragrance-free, sensitive skin-friendly formula, and I love it because it doesn't give me spots or an annoying chalky cast."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £20.48.

    2. These sunglasses look much more expensive than they really are, if you ask us.

    Devina Gohil / Via Instagram: @devinagohil

    "I always feel IG-worthy when I wear these, and their UV400 protection is pretty impressive too – what's not to love?"

    –Devina Gohil

    Price: £7.85 for one pair of sunglasses.

    3. Once you try this oh-so-satisfying head massager, I'm 99% sure you'll never go back.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I almost always want a head massage, and I absolutely never want greasy, oily fingers in my hair (a cruel dilemma). This flexible head massager gives me the best of both worlds, and I reckon it has the more-than-welcome side effect of volumising my hair a little – what more could I ask for for a fiver?"

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £4.98.

    4. Get that oh-so-natural summer glow with these natural tints.

    Amazon / Devina Gohil / Via amazon.co.uk

    "I prefer a lighter tint in the summer months, because it looks *and* feels more breathable and fresh. These tints became my go-to the second I started using them – they only contain five ingredients, so it's no wonder they've never broken me out when I wear them as blush."

    –Devina Gohil

    Price: £18.00 for a set of three tints. 

    5. Trick people into thinking you've got your nails professionally done by nabbing these sunflower decals.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I love nail art almost as much as I hate risking an hour's work with a shaky hand, so it's no surprise that I've sworn by decals for a while now. These sunflower ones are unspeakably cute, and they couldn't be easier to apply either – just cut them out, dunk 'em in water, and apply them to your nails like a transfer tattoo."

    Price: £4.99.

    –Amy Glover

    (BTW, the nail polish is Eucalyptus from Barry M – you can grab it for £3.59).

    6. This travel-sized Polaroid Go camera is perfect for holiday snaps.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "It's small enough to fit comfortably in my hand, it has a selfie feature, and it's got an easy-to-use double exposure feature (yes, yes, and yes). I've used it a couple of times while I was out and about – it's sort of like bringing the world's tiniest photobooth with me everywhere I go."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £82.50.

    7. If you've been meaning to try those viral gua sha and jade roller sets, this bargain one is basically too cheap to regret buying.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "These kits are all over my FYP, and while some of the claims made about them are wildly inaccurate (they're just really pretty massagers, folks), I liked the idea of rolling my serums in with a cool stone. Turns out I know myself well – I can't imagine the thought of completing my skincare without these fancy-feeling gadgets now dahling, so if you also love to be as fancy as possible, I'd reccomend snapping this kit up ASAP."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £7.99.

    8. This light-blocking sleep mask has an adjustable wire in its nose (genius, right?).

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I haven't been able to get a decent eight hours sleep since the sun started rising at five, so I thought I'd find myself the best mask money (specifically sub-£10 money) could buy. This is the only one I've ever tried that actually blocks out every last ray, and it's ridiculously comfortable too."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £6.99.

    9. And this suction cup-backed blackout blind adds even *more* sun protection (look, sleep is important, okay?).

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I was a bit worried that this wouldn't actually stick to my window, but the suction cups on this blind are more than powerful enough for multiple re-applications. It can be adjusted to fit your exact window size too, and if (like me) you want to remove it in the morning, it's easy to press the handy levers on the suction cups for a no-hassle release."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £14.00.

    10. Look, I'm not saying you have to hop onto the Twilight resurgence with this colouring book. I'm just saying, you'd be pretty loca not to.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I bought this as a gift for my Twilight-loving friend, and she was impressed with all the fan-favourite quotes and very earnest image choices. If you're looking for a hobby to hold on tight to, this is the one, spider monkey."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £6.95.

    11. This large gift bag has a heart-shaped tag (aww).

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I always think that when you're giving someone a gift, an unsigned (and reusable) bag is part of the pressie – if the world worked as it should, there should only really be about three of these in constant circulation. This cheap one is great because 1) it's not occasion-specific, and 2) it's large enough to hold a decent range of gifts. I can't wait to get it handed back to me someday, TBH."  

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £2.70.

    12. This pop-up card is almost unreasonably beautiful!

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "It comes with a separate sheet that you can write your message onto (because who would want to ruin the beauty of that dolphin?!)."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £5.99.

    13. If you're an accidental plant murderer, this helpful pot will help you to atone for previous botanical sins.

    Elizabeth Cotton / Via BuzzFeed

    "It's got air holes at the bottom and a handy disc at its base that holds onto water and releases it slowly, meaning your plants won't become over or under-watered. It's given my plant a chance to grow in height and expand its stems, and the pop of colour definitely adds to the pot's overall appeal!"

    – Elizabeth Cotton

    Price: £14.95.

    14. Fellow foodies will (rightly) lose it over these jars of pistachio cream.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "They're like a more sophisticated, more satisfying Nutella (I like to put this stuff on my lemon and poppy seed crepes and chuck some raspberries over it). The price is great for what you get too – just one of these jars sets me back around £9 usually!" 

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £12.99 for two 200g jars.

    15. Keep your makeup refreshed throughout the day with e.l.f.'s coconut-infused mist.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I'm pretty sure I've mentioned that I have plenty of dry skin, and it doesn't exactly get more hydrated in the warmer months. I use this spray to prevent that awful cracked look my makeup sometimes gets in the summer – its nourishing ingredients (like hyaluronic acid and vitamin E) revive my foundation, and I like to use it underneath my makeup too for added dewiness."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £6.00.

    16. Remove your makeup without stripping your skin with this creamy La Roche-Posay option.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "There's no non-boujie way to say this, so I'll just come out with it: I went to see a dermatologist early this month, and the first OTC products she recommended for my combination skin were from La Roche-Posay. This oh-so-gentle makeup remover is amazingly effective (yes, it does get rid of my waterproof mascara), just a little bit goes a long way, and it's perfect for sensitive skin too."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £14.02.

    17. And this Toleraine cleanser is a perfect follow-up.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "You know that tight, ravenous-for-moisturiser feeling your skin gets after using certain cleansers? Yeah, I haven't experienced that once with this derm-recommended cleanser. It makes sense – hydration-grabbing glycerin features in its minimal ingredients list, so it's perfect for any skin type (including sensitive skin)!" 

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £12.49.

    18. Lock in all that sweet, sweet moisture with this polyglutamic acid from The Inkey List.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "After spending way too much time on skincare TikTok, I was finally convinced to buy this mega-hydrator that holds four times as much moisture as hyaluronic acid (but that doesn't mean you have to replace your fave HA – the two work brilliantly in tandem). It acts sort of like a topcoat on your face to ensure any existing hydration stays where it should, so it's perfect for use just before your moisturiser or mixed in with your foundation."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £14.39.

    19. Cantu's sulphate-free shampoo and conditioner set is perfect for a range of curl types, from wavy to tightly-coiled.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I've always straightened my hair because trying to work with its natural wave all too often results in a frizzy, unmanageable mess. This summer, though, I thought I'd try something different – my sister swears by Cantu's range to define and hydrate her curls without losing volume, so I thought I'd give it a try too. The set did a great job, especially considering how heat-damaged my hair's gotten recently (in fact I think I'm ready to ditch the GHDs, which isn't something I ever thought I'd say)."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £11.99 for shampoo and conditioner.

    20. Faace's range includes products for hormonal skin, sweaty skin, and skin that just looks a little tired (yes, please).

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "If there's one thing that'll make you feel like the world's against you, it's breaking out every time your skin goes through anything remotely different. I start working out? Spots. Sleeping less? Spots. And cruellest of all, I get covered in blemishes every time I get my period (are cramps not punishment enough?!). Thankfully, Faace's range is designed to tackle all three issues, and their products double up as cleansers, masks, and even primers too. My personal fave is their brightening, vitamin C-rich 'Tired' gel, but I noticed a visible difference after using the other two as well!"

    –Amy Glover

    Period mask price: £24.00.

    Sweaty mask price: £24.00.

    Tired mask price: £24.00.

    21. Tisserand's 'Total De-Stress' shower gel really does live up to its name.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "Ever wanted to stand in the steam from your essential oil diffuser? Well, I have, and I can honestly say that using this stuff in the shower is exactly how I imagined that feeling. It smells unbelievably good (think geranium, nutmeg, and orange), and as night showerer, I find it helps me to unwind before bed too."

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £11.40.

    22. Brighten and smoothen your skin with this ridiculously well-reviewed vitamin C serum.

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I was first drawn into this serum by its rave reviews (seriously, check out those before and afters), and having tried it myself I completely get it. It comes with a dropper and a pump, so you can choose how you want to apply it (I'm a dropper gal) – chuck this serum on freshly-cleansed skin for a hydrating, brightening, smoothing, and generally refreshing effect. Oh, and the bottle is massive too!"

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £14.88 for 60ml.

    23. If you haven't heard of e.l.f.'s hydrating primer yet, allow us to change your life (or at least your makeup routine).

    Amy Glover / BuzzFeed

    "I just do not know how I lived without this stuff. It gives my foundation a silky-smooth base to stick to, it fills in my pores, and it truly does make my makeup last all day – in short, it belongs in your basket yesterday." 

    –Amy Glover

    Price: £8.46.

    24. Stay hydrated with the help of this 2.2L water bottle.

    Devina Gohil / Via Buzzfeed

    "NGL, I wasn't as on top of my hydration as I should be until I bought myself this massive flask. It's since become a summer staple, and I love that it's completely airtight and leakproof too!"

    –Devina Gohil

    Price: £18.99 – it comes in four different colours.