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    35 Skin Care Products That Actually Do What They Say They Will

    These tried-and-true products will have you saying "bibbidi-bobbidi-boo" to every single one of your skin issues. (Yes, this includes that evil pimple that has taken residence on your chin.)

    1. A lightweight TruSkin moisturizing cream packed with a healthy punch of vitamin c, which is here to naturally run the dark spots and acne scars (grrr) right off your face.

    2. A cruelty-free Pacifica face wash made from 100% vegan ingredients: coconut water, sea algae complex, and antioxidants, y'all! Plus, it smells like the beach and will take off allllll your makeup.

    3. A Radha rosehip oil currently negotiating a movie deal with Marvel — this little bottle of magic is a superhero worthy of its own franchise. This 100% pure rosehip oil moisturizes your skin without making it greasy, evens out scarring, and helps keep the evil pimple monsters away.

    4. A coconut + coffee Yes To cleansing stick you'll want to add to your AM routine. This stuff will ~wake up~ your skin like a cup of caffeine and is super hydrating, meaning your foundation will GLIDE on, I tell ya!

    5. A vegan cold-pressed oil that is truly a skincare jack-of-all-trades. This stuff softens skin, helps heal acne, aids in ridding scarring and stretch marks, and provides a large dose of MOISTURE.

    6. A cucumber Mario Badescu toner lotion with a non-drying, non-irritating formula to disinfect your pores, prevent excess shine, and reduce icky bacteria — the kind that causes angry pimple apocalypses.

    7. A Teddie Organics rose water here to hydrate your skin, absorb excess oil, and brighten your complexion — without triggering any unwanted Rosacea. CHA CHING. The power of 100% pure and organic rose water, folks...

    8. A sea algae Alba Botanica enzyme scrub free of parabens, phthalates, and harsh sulfates. This cruelty-free concoction slathers away dullness with the help of (a gentle) walnut shell powder.

    9. A Nivea intensive cream capable of ~duping~ you into thinking it's a much more expensive brand (alas, it is actually affordable). This rich formula melts into your skin and is the perfect overnight treatment for anyone with dry, patchy skin.

    10. A coconut sugar Handmade Heroes lip scrub to prep your pout for bold lipstick. This will give you smooth, moisturized lips free of any flakes — and not the delicious, breakfast cereal kind.

    11. A gentle La Roche-Posay cream cleanser that easily picks up makeup and impurities...all while maintaining your natural pH balance/not stripping your complexion of moisture. People with dry-to-normal skin, break out the party hats because it's time to REJOICE.

    12. A rosewater Mario Badescu facial spray with so many uses, it's hard to keep track of 'em all! This can set and refresh your makeup, give foundation a dewy appearance, add refreshing hydration to dull-looking skin, and help keep breakouts at bay.

    13. An SPF 25-infused Jack Black lip balm made with beeswax, green tea leaf extract, shea butter, and cocoa seed butter to provide intense, long-lasting moisture to even the most chapped of pouts.

    14. A chamomile-infused Body Shop makeup remover to get rid of all the mascara that's STILL lurking on your eyelashes — even after double cleansing and toning with passion.

    15. A deep pore-cleaning Aztec Secret clay mask with a powerful calcium bentonite clay to karate chop the crap out of cystic acne. If you're trying to keep breakouts at bay, this tub is guaranteed to become your new go-to.

    16. A detoxifying Yes To facial cleanser that — thanks to an effective trio of charcoal, tomato extract, and salicylic acid — kicks the derrieres of acne, blackheads, and excess shine.

    17. Solaroil to banish the bane of your existence — weak and brittle nails with cuticles that look like they were mauled by an animal. This formula is so effective, I guess you can say it really nails it. Eh?

    18. A vegan Acure brightening scrub made with argan extract and chlorella to gently remove dirt AND restore your skin cells. This will get rid of all the sneaky, remaining makeup that REFUSED to be slowed with your face wipe.

    19. A lightweight Clinique cleansing balm that transforms from a solid balm to oil to milk. This cleansing balm is to makeup what water is to the Wicked Witch of the West — it'll have your foundation, mascara, and lipstick melt.

    20. A Glossier chemical exfoliator designed to transform your skin in just one (!!!) month. In fact, 94% of users with acne-prone skin said their skin was cleaner.

    21. A Garnier gel-cream specifically formulated for people with combination complexions. This will give the dry patches on your skin some sweet, sweet relief, alllll while balancing out the excess oil on your t-zone.

    22. A daily face (and body!) Cerave moisturizing cream that is a miracle product for dryness, redness, and breakouts. This hypoallergenic, noncomedogenic, fragrance-free face cream is made with hyaluronic acid and ceramides to provide nongreasy 24-hour hydration.

    23. An oil-free, non-greasy, fast-absorbing Olay eye cream here to reduce puffiness, fine lines, and dreaded dark circles. An impressive blend of vitamins b and e work overnight to make sure of it!

    24. A tinted Australian Gold face lotion that contains SPF50, which you should already be WEARING EVERY DARN DAY. This hypoallergenic sunscreen is also oil-free, dye-free, reef-safe, and adds sheer coverage for a flawless complexion.

    25. An Origins toner lotion packed with alcohol-free, nutrient-rich ingredients. World, say hello to ermented chaga and coprinus mushrooms — they can do everything from calming cystic acne to fading scarring.

    26. A Lancôme eye makeup remover that any smoky eye, waterproof mascara connoisseur should seriously consider investing in. This stuff gets rid of everything.

    27. Vegan and cruelty-free Acure facial oils, each with a different skin concern in mind — marula oil to correct signs of aging, rosehip to feed and restore cells, and argan to improve texture and tone.

    28. A silicone massage brush that works to *boost* the effectiveness of your daily cleanser by adding some gentle exfoliation à la BPA-free bristles, which ensure your pores have been stripped of all remaining makeup.

    29. A daily Vanicream moisturizer ideal for both your face and body! If you've ever struggled with eczema, you need to try this paraben-, formaldehyde-, dye-, and fragrance-free formula ASAP — over 2,000 people swear by it.

    30. A hydrating Summer Fridays cream face mask created to give tired, dull, stressed skin some serious pampering. Serious moisture and serious glow? Pass that marriage certificate because I ~dew~.

    31. A red clay First Aid Beauty cleanser that — thanks to an impressive blend of rosemary leaf oil, glycerin, and bisabolol — acts as a facial detox. Consider this a must-have weapon to fight blackheads, enlarged pores, excess oil, and acne.

    32. A Proraso shaving cream containing eucalyptus and menthol, which work overtime to tone, purify, and refresh skin. Razor burn? Consider that a thing of the past. ANCIENT HISTORY, I tell ya!

    33. A splurge-worthy Estée Lauder renewal serum that is basically a bottled version of the Harry Potter "Lumos" spell. This will give your skin glowing, healthy luminosity like a charm.

    34. Tony Moly sheet masks available in 23 scents, all of which serve a different skin purpose. Want some dewy glow? Go for the lotus scent. Need nutrition and overall TLC? Add the avocado option to your cart.

    35. A gel-like Glossier cleanser that'll have your waterproof mascara quivering in fear. This gently dissolves all the makeup and grime on your face, no harsh rubbing required.

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