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Good for: Sensitive, combination skin.
Promising review: "I've used this cleanser every morning for two weeks, and my skin has improved drastically. This product is very milky and light and cleans my skin without stripping it of its natural oils. My skin is significantly less red, smoother, softer, and I do not get as oily throughout the day. Perfect for sensitive skin types." —A
Get it from Michael Todd Beauty for $24.
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Good for: All skin types that suffer from blotchiness, dullness, and dark spots. Plus, it contains SPF 15!
Promising review: "I use this daily. I love that it moisturizes and protects my skin from the sun, but also absorbs quickly and never leaves my face oily. I haven't had a breakout since using this product." —T. Serrano
Get it from Amazon for $13.47.
Good for: Bullies, AKA pimples.
Promising review: "I had been having horrible breakouts on my forehead and chin, and nothing was helping until I started this treatment. The smell is definitely strong and sometimes lingers even after I wash my face, but I can live with that. This cleared up so much of my acne; it either reduces the size or brings it to a head within two nights. So happy to have found this product!" —fcmRN90
Good for: Combination skin, gets rid of pore-clogging dirt and oil.
Promising review: "I am obsessed with this mask — the carbonation feels insane on my face and tingles so much. My snapchat has appreciated this purchase since I always look like a swamp monster when it's all foamed up." —Nicole Hallberg
Get it from Amazon for $9.85.
Good for: Normal-to-dry skin.
Promising review: "I very rarely write reviews. However, this product blew me away — I've been using it for several months now and it's perfect! I love that it gives me a good amount of moisture without being greasy. I feel like Ahava products are a good investment; the company doesn't get nearly enough recognition." —Book Lover
Get it from Amazon for $36.
Good for: Dry, cracked skin.
Promising review: "This is the only product for dry skin that actually 100% works every time. Whether you've got dry feet, eczema, patches on your body or face, or ANYWHERE, this heavy-duty ointment works wonders when applied overnight. I recommend this to everyone." —Bonnie G
Get it on Amazon for $12.79.
Good for: Removing dead skin and blemish control. Can also be used for body acne!
Promising review: "This tea tree scrub has been a lifesaver in reducing my blocked pores and oily skin problems. Taking a generous amount, polish the scrub into your skin and then give yourself at least 5 minutes to bake. You'll know it works when you feel that eucalyptus-like chill that comes with VapoRub. After a month of use every other day, I've seen fantastic results. No more spots or blemishes, and definite improvement on oil control." —Isolde
Get it on Amazon for $14.70.
Good for: Blackheads and enlarged pores. Good for normal, combination, and oily skin.
Promising review: "This is my second time buying this foam — I really like how clean my face feels after using it! I use this in the evenings after removing my makeup, because I feel it may be a bit too much for the morning. I think it lives up to the 'deep cleansing' description; it leaves your pores super clean, and also leaves that tight feeling on your skin. I have combination skin, previously oily skin, so I think this may be too drying if you have dry skin. Affordable and you only need a tiny bit of product, so it lasts a long time!" —C
Get it on Amazon for $10.95.
Good for: Face and body acne.
Promising review: "Honestly, the best acne treatment I've ever tried. I've been using it for a week now and my skin is almost 100% clear of cystic acne and acne scars. I've been trying to clear up my skin for MONTHS, and this amazing product was able to do it in about a week. I would recommend it to anyone, but be aware that your skin will become quite dry for at least the first few times you use it." —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $21.95.
Good for: All skin types that need exfoliation! If you have sensitive skin, just add extra water to the scrub mixture.
Promising review: "I have tried many face scrubs, from the expensive department store brands to the the inexpensive ones available at drugstores, and none of them left my face feeling as soft and polished as this one. I use it once or twice a week, in between my makeup remover and foaming cleanser." —Leslie M. Bowman
Good for: Enlarged pores, bratty blackheads, and breakouts.
Promising review: "I've only used it once so far, but I really liked the results even after the first use. I typically have oily skin and deal with acne on a day-to-day basis. My daily cleanser tends to dry out my skin and I can't use moisturizer because it makes me break out more. This mask, however, felt great because my skin felt clean and fresh, but also moisturized and smooth — my acne was visibly less red and looked/felt less swollen; by the next morning it had shrunk half the size." —The Good Witch
Get it on Amazon for $17.05.
Good for: Sensitive skin prone to breakouts.
Promising review: "My skin has never looked better! I received it just three days ago and I've used it about four or five times (once before I go to bed, and once when I wake up in the morning). It smells amazing and doesn't dry out my skin. The before and after pictures speak for themselves — great product and a great price! Top is before and bottom is after." —Ashley Russell
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
Good for: Dry skin prone to rosacea and excema.
Promising review: "I've been using Honeyskin on my face for the past two weeks and absolutely love it. My skin is sensitive, with mild rosacea, and I've had mild acne for over a decade (occasionally I'd clear it up with various face products, but they always made my skin splotchy red, would cause flareups with the rosacea, or were so drying I'd end up with flaky skin). After two weeks of using this daily, my skin is almost completely clear of any signs of rosacea or acne. Plus, my skin looks dewy and vibrant." —Rebecca King
Get it from Amazon for $14.97.
Good for: Oily skin.
Promising review: "I'm 20, so not exactly a teenager anymore, but I've had severe acne for almost half my life. When you have skin like mine (skin that's so bad that it needs medical intervention), you're going to want to consult people before you put things on it. I went to my local Lush and a sales rep suggested I use this mask for my acne and large pores. It was far better than I had expected. Within two months, my skin has gone from a sebum war zone to nearly spotless. It smells yummy but refreshing, like an iced mint mocha. Every time I wash this mask off, I immediately feel soft and smooth, and my face looks downright radiant. It's excellent and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone with acne issues." —Emma Hall
Get it from a Lush Cosmetics Store for $9.95.
Good for: Dehydrated and uneven skin, plus acne scars and dark spots.
Promising review: "I had this product in my 'save for later' cart for months. Hesitant to purchase yet another skincare product, I finally took the chance and bought it. Do you know what I dislike about it? That I didn't buy it SOONER! This product has changed my skin. I've been using it now for two months (daily), and I still have the original 4oz bottle that I purchased. It absorbs into my skin nicely, creates smoothness, and doesn't feel greasy. I suffer from adult acne, and this helps to keep my skin clear and soft. This is now a product that I cannot live without. Best skincare purchase I have EVER made!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $7.69.
Good for: Whiteheads.
Promising review: "I suffer from adult acne and, after just a few uses, I've noticed serious improvement in my problem areas. It dries up active spots over night and reduces redness like voodoo. This will now be a staple in my skin routine." —Ashley
Get it from Urban Outfitters and Amazon for $17.
Good for: Dark circles, fine lines, and puffiness. Helps moisturize and plump thin skin around the eyes.
Promising review: "I'm not a review writer usually, but I had to on this one. First off, as a mom of three, lack of sleep, stress, and age have started to take their toll on my eyes. I was done with dark circles, lines, and tired-looking eyes, and had tried other products with no luck. I tried this product by chance and, wow, I'm never trying anything else. It works! It does not irritate my eyes and in just over a week I got results — I highly recommend it. It's affordable and works." —sacmom
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
Good for: All skin types!
Promising review: "I used to hate sunscreen because it felt heavy and oily, and I felt like my combination skin couldn't breathe — so I didn't apply it unless I absolutely had to. But this product has me forever hooked on applying sunscreen! We all know that you should apply sunscreen before you head out to prevent early aging; his product will give you a very good reason to do so." —CindyinTX
Get it from Kiehl's for $38.
Best for: Oily, blemish-prone skin.
Promising review: "I was having quite a few breakouts every month and they were starting to get out of control. I tried this lotion not even realizing what tea tree oil did. Just after a few nights, I saw a major difference in my skin — my scars and blemishes were actually fading. My face hasn't been this clear in a long time." —Lrkrh3
Get it from The Body Shop for $12 (originally $20).
Best for: Dry and normal skin.
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. It helps with everything — from fine lines, to adult acne, scars, discolorations... it's basically food for your skin! I'm so happy I started using this! This is my second bottle that I've ordered." —Kalina
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
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