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An under-eye gel to make you look like you slept a whole eight hours, even though you were really up all night finishing that book you just got. Lightweight and hydrating, this product has made my under eyes look so much better.
A package of resurfacing facial pads because all you need to do is rub the texture-sided pads all over your face and watch as dark spots, pores, and uneven skin texture fade away. Besides doing all that witchcraft, these also help lift away dead skin cells and exfoliate your skin.
A blackhead scrub stick that'll free your skin of blemishes, exfoliate your pores, and remove excess sebum at the same time. Yes, this product does it all. All you need to do is massage this in a circular motion into your damp skin, post cleaning, rinse with warm water, and revel in the grossness that comes out of your skin. The octopus-shaped applicator is just an added bonus because look how freaking cute it is!
1. A Laneige lip mask that has over 20,000 5-star reviews for a reason — it'll take care of your chapped lips while looking like a splurge-worthy gloss. Apply to your lips before bed and when you wake up in the morning, they'll be super soft and hydrated, just like magic. ✨
2. A hyaluronic acid serum to rehydrate your skin after a looong day. With over 21,000 5-star reviews, this fast-absorbing, lightweight gel can help plump and moisturize your skin for a radiant glow.
3. A vitamin C and antioxidant-rich serum that'll help soothe and brighten your complexion. The key ingredients in this serum, in addition to vitamin C, include collagen, sodium hyaluronate, and lavender oil, all of which will help your skin look super luminous and glowy.
4. A package of resurfacing facial pads because all you need to do is rub the texture-sided pads all over your face and watch as dark spots, pores, and uneven skin texture fade away. Besides doing all that witchcraft, these also help lift away dead skin cells and exfoliate your skin.
5. A pack of Hero Cosmetics skin patches that'll change your skin in the best possible way. All you need to do is apply these to your face and overnight (or throughout the day), your zits slowly disappear! I am not even kidding, I am obsessed with this product.
6. An illuminating moisturizer to make your skin look and feel fresh and glowy. If you're dreaming of warm weather days that don't zap your skin of all its moisture, this product is about to become your new BFF. Also, fun fact: For the iconic Sports Illustrated Martha Stewart photoshoot, she actually used this to give her face a glow. If it's good enough for Martha, it's good enough for me.
Promising review: "I love this product. It makes it look like you have a natural glow without feeling heavy or looking cakey. Great for those with dry skin who can’t wear heavy foundation but want to smooth out their skin." —Jessica Giles
Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (available in four shades).
7. A viral color-correcting treatment that has SPF and so much more. Not only does it neutralize your redness, it also evens out your skin tone — plus, with this bb you don't even need foundation.
Promising review: "I’ve been looking for a concealer to enable me to go mostly makeup free. My main issue is redness and irritation. I have a very fair complexion and sensitive skin. This product exceeded my expectations in neutralizing redness on my nose and cheeks. I’m so pleased and can already tell this is going to be my new favorite skincare product. I put it on after moisturizer and under primer, then just follow up with the tiniest amount of under-eye concealer and I’m good to go." —badleybratt
Get it from Sephora for $21+ (available in two sizes).
8. A jar of the iconic Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream because it smells so good you might want to eat it (I know the pistachio-caramel scent is tempting, but please DO NOT EAT THIS). Not only does it smell good, it also feels great on your skin as it softens, moisturizes, and hydrates every part of your body.
Whenever I need a body moisturizer for the summer, 9 out of 10 times, I pick up a mini of this. I love smelling sweet and edible, and after a long day at the beach, this stuff always soothes my skin.
Promising review: "I bought it to try for the scent mainly, but I started using this product all over and have seen some pretty shocking results in moisture, appearance, texture, and even tightening." —Alex WIlls
Get it from Amazon for $22+ (available in two sizes).
9. A magical liquid blush from Selena Gomez's Rare Beauty collection that'll give you the most perfect flush of all time. There's a reason why this blush has gone viral several times and has over 3,000 5-star reviews — it's beautifully pigmented and easy to blend, making it the blush of my dreams.
I use this blush on a daily basis, and it's everything to me. It's super pigmented and blends out like a dream. Silky, smooth, and lightweight, what more could you want? It's also buildable and lasted on my cheeks for the wild NYC weather year-round, including rain and snow.
Promising review: "This is such a gorgeous blush! It's really pigmented so a little goes a long way. It gives the most beautiful flush, but it's buildable if you want a more intense pop of color." —minnimalist
Get it from Sephora for $23 (available in six radiant finishes and four matte finish).
10. An E.l.f. pore perfecting putty primer because your makeup is only as good as your base #FACTS. This does everything you could dream of — it hydrates, smoothes, minimizes pores, and prepares skin for that flawless "filter-like" look you're going for.
11. A dark-circle treatment concealer that'll actually help your dark circles for once. Not only does this cover your under-eye bags from watching too many Love Is Blind episodes, it also actually works to improve the condition of your skin over time.
Read our Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer review!
Here's an excerpt: "I still don’t know how a $7 tube of concealer (I use the neutralizer shade) beats out the more expensive ones I have stuffed into my vanity, but it does. It’s not too creamy or thick, yet it still gives solid coverage without the cakey feeling. When I am done with my entire routine, my eyes look lighter and brighter, but not in a way that’s totally obvious — even when photos are taken and the flash is on. Basically, what I am saying here is this is a staple beauty product that, IMHO, deserves a place in every makeup bag!" —Kayla Suazo, former BuzzFeed editor
Get it from Amazon for $6.50+ (available in 16 shades).
12. A setting powder designed for my oily skin besties. If you're someone who is constantly blotting their face because of oiliness, this sebum-controlling powder is calling your name. Apply it all over for a super mattifying look, or just dab a little in the areas of your face the oil seems to love most and watch as it absorbs into your skin.
13. A bestselling eyebrow pencil that's everything you need for your brows in, like, two steps. It'll help shorten your brow routine because all you have to do is use the teardrop tip to define the shape and then the spoolie side to brush it out. Then voilà — you're done!
Promising review: "Spent years using a brow pomade but got tired of it drying out in the little pot so quickly. I avoided pencils since I could never find one that went on as saturated and with a creamy sort of consistency that I was used to. Tried this on a whim since I'd seen a few positive reviews via YouTube and thought the angled tip was pretty neat. I don't know if I'd want to use anything else ever again because I love it so much! Easy to apply, goes on smoothly, and the little brush on the end is great for evenly brushing product through the brows once they're filled in. Looks so natural and precise. So very happy to get out of my comfort zone and try something new." —Shannon M Slape
Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in four shades).
14. An Olaplex hair treatment to repair your broken and damaged hair. This beloved "hair protector" will transform your mane into a soft and shiny 'do — and you only need to apply it two to three times a week. It should come to no one's surprise that this product has over 92,000 (!!!) 5-star ratings.
Promising review: "MAGIC!!!! I swear this stuff is made from unicorns. I was doubtful, given that I have tried the gamut of hair conditioning treatments (yes, yes, I know this is NOT a conditioner, but a bonder), and all I have to say is WOWZA! After some really harsh processing (got my hair from dark, dark brown to very, very blonde so I could add funky colors, currently pink), my hair more closely resembled hay than it did actual hair, and as the weeks went on, the breakage started getting worse. I tried this as my last feeble attempt to salvage my locks after a friend recommended it, and I am BLOWN AWAY by the results! It really does work. I won't lie and tell you my hair is back to its normal state, but it is SIGNIFICANTLY improved. It is smoother, softer, and even has some of the weight back! This was just after one application (I left it in for an hour as the website suggested for my level of damage). I can't wait to see if it gets better with the next application. I am definitely sold." —shel.b.phd.
Get it from Amazon for $30.
15. A completely clear sunscreen that'll leave your skin looking and feeling flawless. I am obsessed with this weightless and scentless sunscreen because it looks amazing and doubles as a makeup primer.
I've tried many sunscreens, and this brand has yet to fail me. I also wanted to note that when applied, this also smooths out your skin and works as a perfect base. I sometimes just walk out of my house with just this and no foundation!
Promising review: "This is the first face sunscreen I’ve used that hasn’t left my face feeling like an oil trap. This product goes on amazing and doesn’t have a white cast in photos. I first bought this when I was working outside every day in the Florida heat. Never broke me out or overly clogged my pores." —xenaaru
Get it from Sephora for $22+ (available in three sizes).
16. Or a glowy sunscreen because it will actually make you feel like a model. I know you wouldn't think it, but every time I wear this glowy SPF, I can't stop snapping selfies. It makes you look good and feel good, and that is perfect for days when you don't feel like wearing makeup but still want to, as I mentioned, look good.
17. A blackhead scrub stick that'll free your skin of blemishes, exfoliate your pores, and remove excess sebum at the same time. Yes, this product does it all. All you need to do is massage this in a circular motion into your damp skin, post cleaning, rinse with warm water, and revel in the grossness that comes out of your skin. The octopus-shaped applicator is just an added bonus because look how freaking cute it is!
18. A bottle of Urban Decay long-lasting makeup setting spray because it can (and will) change your makeup life. Designed to hold makeup in place for up to 16 hours, this setting spray will have you looking fresh for your 8 a.m. meeting all the way to your BFF's bday drinks at 8 p.m. And yes, it does seriously work.
19. A reusable volcanic face roller by Revlon that can massage and mattify in an instant. Made out of volcanic stone that soaks up your oil as fast as you soaked up that cocktail at brunch, this godsend will help save your shiny face when you need a refresh. And when it's thoroughly gunked up, just remove the head, give it a wash, and it's ready to go again!
20. A 4-in-1 tinted face balm if you're tired of a heavy-weight foundation and are looking for something a bit lighter for summer. This product can help firm and smooth lines, conceal imperfections, and even your skin tone. Trust me, it'll look and feel soooo good on your skin.
21. A Maybelline mascara that had the whole beauty community shook to its core because it's really that good. If you've always liked the look of falsies but *hate* the feel of them, this product is about to be your BFF. Created with bamboo extract and fibers that'll make your lashes long and voluminous, this cult-favorite mascara will have you seriously feeling yourself.
22. An under-eye gel to make you look like you slept a whole eight hours, even though you were really up all night finishing that book you just got. Lightweight and hydrating, this product has made my under eyes look so much better.
23. An Etude fixing tint because you're tired of lipstick cracking your pout. These last on your lips for hours, and they are matte, lightweight, and transfer-proof — what more could you want in a lippie? They are also available in a glossy formula as well. 👀
24. A Nars light-reflecting foundation that actually *improves* your skin's clarity over time as you continue to wear it. It has a stunning natural finish that'll make your face look like you're using an IRL filter. The internet has fallen in love with this foundation, and so have I. Now, it's your turn!
25. A serum with 20% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid to brighten up your skin. Besides being non-greasy and lightweight, this aesthetically-pleasing serum can help restore and correct your skin.
26. An Amazonian Clay blush that will actually give you that super cute and natural flush. Soft, silky, and super pigmented, it'll provide you with that Hollywood-style airbrushed look — I stan, and you will, too.
27. A liquid glitter eyeshadow because you're really into glitter right now (honestly, same). All you need to do is apply and let it dry, and just like that, you already have your eyeshadow done. With this product, you'll be creating stunning looks in no time.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.