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Promising review: "I have super-fine hair with lots of breakage. No matter how I put my hair up I have bad flyaways. This stuff is great! It's so easy to use and it stays better and looks smoother than stiff hairspray." —Jill Stilfield
Get it from Amazon for $7.98.
Promising review: "I am in LOVE with this facial scrub. I’ve had this for almost two weeks now and I love the way my skin is glowing! I have sensitive skin so I have to really be careful with the products I choose. Even after one use, you start to see a difference. It moisturizes, exfoliates, and leaves your skin smooth. I didn’t even need to apply a moisturizer afterwards! Definitely a must-have!" —Mizza C.
Get it from Amazon for $9.50.
Promising review: "This skirt is beautiful with soft layers, giving it a delicate sophisticated feel. It has enough layering to not be see-through. High quality elastic waistband ensures a comfortable fit. Khaki color will go with a variety of other colors and give a lot of options. Happy with this purchase." —Parkers Mom
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in one size and 21 colors/styles).
SoGloss is a small nail wraps shop based in Buffalo, New York. You'll find nail wraps that are so on ~trend~ you'll want to add a TON to your cart.
Promising review: "These are the easiest, most durable nail wraps I have ever used! The designs are beautiful, and I am so happy to see so many nude nail options! I love a quirkier nail look, so I combined two different sets, and added a charm. Will definitely purchase more!" —Etsy Customer
Promising review: "I typically hate lip gloss, but this lip gloss is not sticky at all and is actually so smooth! The color pops nicely and it makes your lips appear fuller and smoother. It also lasts ever eating and drinking. I’m usually a huge matte lipstick person, but I fell in love with this gloss." —Rachel
Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in 31 shades).
Promising review: "I have religiously used Diorshow Black mascara for the past decade. I decided that I no longer wanted to spend $30 on mascara, so I decided to venture out a find a more affordable brand. After reading the reviews on Amazon, I decided to purchase this product. The brush is small, which makes it easy to work both the top and bottom lashes. The product itself it thick enough to make a noticeable difference on my lashes, but not too thick that it looks clumpy. I have had no issues with the product running either, and I tend to rub my eyes frequently." —Denay
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
See what won best waterproof mascara on BuzzFeed Reviews.
Promising review: "I really like this long sleeve turtleneck. Usually I’m not a huge fan of turtlenecks, but this one doesn’t come all the way up my neck and choke me which is great, and it can also be folded over a bit. This shirt is definitely true to size and fits well. It goes great with a black skirt like I’m wearing but I could also see it with a pair of black pants, or jeans as well!" —Heather L.
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 16 colors).
Just don't use it for more than three minutes (once a week), because then your hair will turn lavender (unless you're into that, which some reviewers are!!!).
Promising review: "I never write reviews, but this shampoo is amazing. I always struggle with brassy tones almost immediately after getting highlights and I can never find a good no-yellow shampoo until now. My stylist recommended this and it did not disappoint. After leaving it on for about four minutes, my hair looks like I just got it done professionally again. It does still leave hair a bit dry, but not as dry as some other purple shampoos. I plan on using this once a week at least to help keep my perfect tone between highlights. 100% recommended to anyone who struggles with the brass!" —Kassandra
Get it from Amazon for $10.60+ (available in three sizes).
For more info, check out "If You Color Your Hair Blonde, You Need This Purple Shampoo".
Promising review: "This is the best stuff I have ever used! I have always had really consistent acne, rosacea, scarring, and an uneven skin tone my whole life. I tried everything from drugstore products all the way up to $300 prescriptions for acne and nothing worked for me until one of my coworkers introduced me to this! I use a dime-size portion to cover my whole face at night and about four to five drops to cover my whole face during the day. Within two to three days I noticed a HUGE difference! Needless to say, I will never go back!" —McKenzie
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
To learn more, check out "This Facial Oil Will Solve All Your Skin’s Problems".
RaieAtelier is a BIPOC, woman-owned business in NYC. The owner, Raven is one of the trendiest people I follow on Instagram, and she recently started selling these stunning scrunchies (and I honestly want to buy them all).
I have one in each color and when I tell you these are GORGEOUS, I mean it. They're not too tight, like a ton of other scrunchies I own, and are comfortable on my wrist. I need her to make even more colors so I can dump all my old scrunchies in the trash and replace them with these ~on trend~ alternatives.
Get the Peony color scrunchie from RaieAtelier on Etsy for $6.50+ (available in two sizes). Check out her other fabrics and colors here.
Promising review: "This brush works wonders on my 4c hair. I also bought it to use on my biracial granddaughter's hair that is extremely thick, course, and extremely curly. It is very difficult to work through her hair. You cannot just comb straight through it, so this brush has been a huge help. She can tolerate it and so can I. I'm very happy that I found it. I love the way you can brush both vertically and horizontally. It is solid." —MsLynne
Get it from Amazon for $8.66.
Did I mention it's mint-flavored?! AND reviewers say it doesn't cause sensitivity!
Promising review: "Due to prior experiences with other whitening strips, I always deal with tooth sensitivity even after the first use. Naturally now, I only use this pen every other day thinking I was going to deal with the same issue and surprisingly I don't. I actually really like the way it whitens my teeth and love the fact that I'm not dealing with any tooth sensitivity pains." —Claudia Garcia
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $19.99.
See what won best teeth whiteners on BuzzFeed Reviews.
Alder New York is a queer and woman-owned skincare brand based in New York City.
I personally swear by this cleanser. I have super sensitive skin and before this year (had the laziest of skincare routines). Using this cleanser has got by skin back on the right track. I suffer from rosacea and lots of cystic breakouts and this simple and effective facial cleanser has helped me reduce both. I LOVE this cleanser so much and also use it with their facial brush.
Get it from Alder New York for $12.
Promising review: "I regularly used the Tinkle facial razors which I thought worked well, but I just used one of these razors for the first time yesterday and OMG the amount of peach fuzz and to my surprise dead skin that came off was shocking and oh-so-satisfying. I will definitely be stocking up." —I & S. Stark
Get a set of three from Amazon for $4.99.
Supreme Frames is a Black-owned business based in Florida with a large range of shades to suit your every need. They have a ton of vintage-esque frames that are so ~hot~ right now you'll probably fill your cart with several pairs.
Get the Hot Girl Frames from Supreme Frames for $12 (available in two colors).
Kit includes: 24 nails to find your perfect fit, a dual-sided buffer and file, a cuticle stick, and nontoxic glue — all the essentials for the perfect mani.
Promising review: "I have never been a fan of press-ons until these nails! My natural nails have been super unhealthy recently, so I was looking for something to cover them up, and these are perfect! They were easy to apply and have lasted two weeks now, with reapplication of a few nails. I have never gotten more compliments, even from professionally done acrylics! Buy these nails, you won’t regret it!" —Abby
Get them from Chillhouse for $16.
It has two heat settings plus a cool setting, as well as nylon- and ball-tipped bristles to gently detangle while creating volume.
Promising review: "I am no professional hair stylist, nor do I have time to do my hair everyday (mommy of two) but I must say this blow-dryer curling brush makes getting ready so much easier. I like my hair to have a lot of volume (I have thin hair) and my layers to show so this look is easy to achieve. I just sectioned my hair in small pieces, used this tool from my roots to the tip, then from the tip curled up (inwards) and rolled the brush around and out to keep the curl. I would recommend this product to anyone looking for a nice easy blowout!" —L
Get it from Amazon for $35+ (available in two sizes).
To learn why a BuzzFeed editor recommends this, check out "Your Hair Struggles Are Over Thanks To This Magical Hot Air Brush."
Get them from Forever21 for $5.99 (available in two colors).
BONUS POINTS: it's vegan and cruelty-free! It's extra vivid on already-bleached hair, but creates colorful highlights on darker hair.
Promising review: "I didn't bleach my hair before using this, so I knew it wasn't going to be bright but it is just the right color. My hair was a medium brown and now it's a beautiful dark purple. My hair felt dead and now it looks better then ever. My hair is very thick and halfway down my back and one of the 8oz bottles covered my whole head with some left over." —shelton graham
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes and 20 shades).
It'll also restore your skin's pH balance and absorb excess oil. It's everything you want your toner to do, except now you can use it WHEREVER. Plus it's organic and suitable for sensitive skin!
Promising review: "I have very acne-prone and sensitive skin that is pale with pink and red undertones. I break out very easily, and my skin is irritated even by the 'sensitive skin' brands and formulas. I have used EVERYTHING under the sun to aid in redness and sensitivity, and nothing has worked to calm flare-ups like this. I wake up and my skin is glowing and peachy pale, as opposed to red and blotchy. This rose water has not only improved my skin's redness and overall tone, but it has virtually eliminated any signs on acne. I use before I put on my redness moisturizer and before bed as a refresher. I also find myself spritzing at various times of the day, because the fragrance is so pleasant." —Kathy Pancake
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+.
See what won best toners on BuzzFeed Reviews.
DaLynn Cosmetics is a BIPOC-owned small business based in Arizona. They offer various makeup products you'll want to add to your cosmetics line-up ASAP, from eyeshadow palettes to faux mink lashes.
You can use their pressed glitter jars on eyes, face, and body! They're also water-resistant and have zero fallout.
Get one from DaLynn Cosmetics for $10 (available in 10 colors).
Over the years I've noticed my lashes falling out and they're not as voluminous and long as they once were (*cries*). This mascara primer has changed all of that. I use it in tandem with the Thrive Causemetics mascara for a dynamic duo that hasn't failed me yet. The primer base adds a noticeable amount of fibers to thicken my thin lashes, which gives me a full lash look.
Get it from Amazon for $6.74.
It heats up in 60 seconds (up to 410 degrees) and has a non-slip handle and insulated barrel tips for safety.
Promising review: "I love my three-barrel curling iron. I'm one of those who cannot for the life of me figure out how to curl my hair with a single barrel or a straightener. My hand just does not want to cooperate or maybe my brain is overthinking it so this three-barrel curling iron is a game-changer for me. I have super straight hair, so straight that air-dried is a suitable style for me. I've always wanted to be able to curl my hair and this has made that possible! My waves are beach-y and I've received tons of compliments from friends and coworkers." —Brittany
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
As if it couldn't get any better, Batiste is also vegan and cruelty-free.
Promising review: "My holy grail dry shampoo. I have very fine oily hair, but I don't like washing it every day. This product actually makes my hair look clean. Once you spray and rub lightly with your fingers, this product ensures an all-day clean." —Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $6.25.
Batiste also won best budget dry shampoo from BuzzFeed Reviews!
Promising review: "These are an amazing fit. I didn't think I was going to like them and, in fact, I love these. Now I can change my look whenever I want. I got the dark brown and they fit 100% to my hair color. I already recommended them to all of my friends. They love them, even my boyfriend thought they were real! This product is awesome." —paola
Get them from Amazon for $6.99 (available in 22 shades).
Promising review: "I love these colors and the price was amazing. Little fallout and didn't irritate my eyes at all. I wear contacts and frequently have issues with eyeshadow fallout. Very versatile palette and just the right size." —Jennifer W.
Get it from BH Cosmetics for $12.
It's packed with protein, Ceramide 3, and collagen so it can work quickly to get your hair shiny and soft.
Promising review: "My hair used to be really shiny. Then I had purple hair for a year, followed by blue for six months. My stylist had to bleach the beejeebers out of my hair to remove all of the funky colors. Ever since, my hair has been dry, crispy, and definitely not shiny. This stuff really makes a difference! I used it maybe 10-14 days ago, and I just redid it tonight. After shampooing, I towel-dried my hair and then put a big blob throughout my long-ish hair and clipped it up. I left it on for quite a while, just puttering around and getting chores done. Then I rinsed it and my hair feels soft and looks much shinier. I will keep using this as long as I need to (it will take a few years to grow out all the damage while maintaining length). I'm really glad that I read that article and bought the product." —SHANNON FRASER
Get it from Amazon for $8.75+ (available in two formulas).
Check out a BuzzFeed editor's full review in "7 Game-Changing Beauty Products We're Currently Obsessing Over."
Don't worry, it's bitter but it's harmless! Totally edible, just unpleasant. It also lasts longer than most drugstore habit-breaking polishes — and works to stop kids from sucking their thumbs!
Promising review: "During stressful times, I bite off all my nails. Once they're bitten off, it's hard for me to quit biting them so I thought I'd try this product. Well, it's been a week and I'm not biting them anymore. The taste if you do is just bitter enough to make you stop. And my nails already look better after a week. I highly recommend this product." —Cheryl Douglas
Get it from Amazon for $15.50.
To learn more about why people swear by this, check out "This Miracle Polish Just Might Get You To Stop Biting Your Nails."
Promising review: "I had an allergy in my scalp 10 months ago that made the back of my head bald. I was really desperate to try a hair-growing product to bring my hair back. I read online and found out castor oil is one of the greatest products for hair growth, but there are lots of castor oil brands. I tried this product because of the good reviews, and ingredients because my scalp was really sensitive. My hair became softer than before and thicker, and one bottle of this castor oil lasted almost a year!" —AmazonCustomer
Get it from Amazon for $15.95.
Promising review: "I CAN'T BELIEVE ALL THE MONEY I SPENT on natural hair extensions until I got this ones. OMG, I'm so amazed by how natural they look. They are super voluminous and soft. I bought two since my hair is really short and I like to use a huge amount of hair, but even with one you can rock lots of hairstyles. In the picture (above), I'm wearing only one and you can tell how good they are." —JE
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four lengths and 44 shades).
For more info, check out "These Cheap AF Hair Extensions Make You Look Like You Grew Your Hair Out Overnight."
Promising review: "I am Polynesian and my hair isn’t coarse. It’s soft curls. My hair is picky. This product I’ve been using for seven years!!!! It isn’t heavy or sticky. It’s my everyday wear or go-out hair wear." —PNWPOLYNESIAN
Get it from Amazon for $10.09.
Don't forget the apple cider vinegar you'll need for mixing!
Promising review: "It's such a holy grail. I recommend this to everyone I know. Whenever my skin acts up and I get hormonal acne, I use this and it immediately calms down. I use it once a week in combination with apple cider vinegar, and it does wonders. The only downside is that it's such a pain to take off." —Neera
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
Promising review: "I have the small, slightly chunkier gold PAVOI hoops and I wear them almost everyday. I wanted a larger pair and these are perfect!! They aren’t heavy and go with everything! I always love how well the backs stay on. These are a jewelry staple and the price is so great!" —Erica Reid
Get it from Amazon for $12.95+ (available in three colors and three sizes).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.