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    41 Beauty Products You'll Kick Yourself For Not Having Bought Sooner

    Magical beauty products you'll never want to be without.

    1. Every Drop Beauty Spatula is one of the most useful beauty applicator products you'll ever own. Never again will you have to trash what could easily be five more full face applications of product.

    2. Gillette Venus Razor has five blades so you'll get a close shave without any irritation because each one has a moisturized strip. Plus, it's compact (three inches!) so you can take it with you on vacation or to the gym.

    Reviewer holding razor in hand

    3. Bestool Detangling Brush cuts the detangling process for curlies in half! The ergonomic shape and unique design allows for a painless hair-smoothing process with minimal hair loss involved.

    4. Grande Cosmetics Lash Enhancing Serum promotes thicker and longer eyelashes — your mascara is about to last a lot longer because you'll only need one swipe per use after this product. It's made from a blend of vitamin peptides and amino acids and it has over 13,000+ positive reviews!

    Reviewer's lashes before and after using product

    5. BestLand Hair Finishing Stick tames fly-aways that refuse to cooperate. This petite stick fits in a purse or pocket for your convenience — just pop it out to instantly slick back and moisturize unruly strands without weighing your hair down.

    6. 24-Hour Edge Tamer lays your edges and is safe to use every day. It's won't flake, adds shine without weighing hair down, *plus* it comes in 16 different amazing scents.

    Reviewer photo of hair after using 24 Hour Edge Tamer

    7. Lanoplips Ointment 101 kicks dry skin to the curb. This cruelty-free cult fave can be used on everything from brows to toes; it uses vitamin E and other moisturizing agents to cure dry lips, cracked skin, tame unruly brows, and ease itching caused by psoriasis and eczema.

    8. Bamboo Charcoal Oil Blotting Sheets absorb shine in seconds without messing up your makeup. Dab these rectangular papers over any greasy areas of your face instead of packing on more powder, and you'll be amazed at the results.

    Reviewer holding up a blotting sheet with grease marks on it

    9. Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay is destined to become your holy grail hair mask — and with over 29,000 + reviews, you won't be alone. Just mix this 100% natural calcium bentonite clay with apple cider vinegar for a clean that digs deep to remove impurities and buildup from your scalp and strands.

    10. Mane Club's Curl Defining Cream aims to fight the frizz all day long so you can focus on looking fabulous. This lightweight coconut oil-infused lotion gives your curls major shine, moisture, and a strong hold that feels soft to the touch.

    Model squeezing the curl cream into hand

    11. Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water removes waterproof makeup that won't budge, getting rid of dirt and excess oil to leave you with clean skin sans residue.

    12. Bliss Jelly Glow Peel scrubs its way deep down into your pores to provide major exfoliation that makes even the most full-coverage foundation look like just your skin. It's100% cruelty free and made from quality ingredients like fruit enzymes, coconut fruit extract, vitamin B5, and niacinamide.

    Four pink exfoliating scrubs

    13. Kajal Eyeliner makes it super easy to create bold or subtle looks that will last all day because it won't flake or crease. The liners come in five beautiful shades and are made with aloe vera and vitamin E, so it's gentle on skin.

    14. Thayers Witch Hazel Toner tackles multiple concerns — it cleanses, tones, tightens pores, manages oily skin, and moisturizes with one swipe of its rosewater, witch hazel extract, and aloe vera ingredients.

    BuzzFeed editor holding toner

    15. Stack Brush BFF acts as your personal on-the-go glam squad when you need a touch-up. Remove the cap and powder your face, add blush, or blend your makeup, then toss it right in your bag — no cosmetic case needed!

    16. Runako & Co Organic Body Butter Original Scent features a blend of rich oils, butters, and beeswax. This lotion has a light citrus scent and will have you glistening and feeling soft from neck to toe. It's perfect for dry winter skin.

    Bottle on orange background next to oranges

    17. Hot Tools One Step Dryer Volumizer delivers a salon-worthy blowout for a fraction of the cost. It pays for itself after just one use because it cuts blow-drying time in half *and* doesn't require a round brush.

    18. Eva Naturals Vitamin C Serum packs retinol, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and salicylic acid into one bottle. Just a few drops can moisturize, slough away dead skin, and eradicate bacteria in one quick swoop.

    reviewer before/after pic with before photo showing acne scars and after photo with significantly less scarring and dark spots

    19. Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer is mask-friendly because it goes right under your eyes to hide dark circles and bags. Plus, it takes seconds to apply and blend because of the handy sponge applicator.

    20. Mighty Match Pimple Spot Treatment helps clear blemishes and stops you from picking at your face, which just causes further inflammation and more bacteria. These grab the goo out of your zit while you binge Netflix or get some beauty rest: Simply apply the sticker to the pimple and in six hours, your uninvited guest will have reduced in size (or disappeared altogether).

    Reviewer's before and after showing puss drawn out from the pimple spot where a patch was placed

    21. Glossier Lash Slick delivers on its promise of making you look like you're wearing falsies. The water-resistant formula thickens your lashes so that they look long and natural, and it won't wear off until your day is done.

    22. CND SolarOil Nail and and cuticle oil glides on smooth to give you healthier, longer, thicker nails and soothe cuticles thanks to a blend of jojoba oil and vitamin E. With consistent use, your nails reach new heights.

    Reviewer's before and after  nails looking healthier after using the product

    23. CeraVe Moisturizing Cream replenishes dry skin with essential ceramides so you can say goodbye to dry, flaky, itchy skin in just four weeks. It's great for all skin types and is suitable for face *and* body!

    24. Batiste Dry Shampoo quickly removes excess oil from your roots so you can stretch out the time between your next blow-dry session. Now you can sport that ~va va volume~ and avoid heat for a while without anyone noticing that it's not fresh from the salon.

    Reviewer before and after photo of dry shampoo results

    25. E.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer is made with squalane and blurs your pores to help your complexion feel soft as silk. It's perfect for oily complexions because it provides a matte finish that doesn't look dry, plus it's tiny enough to toss in your bag in case you need a midday touchup.

    26. Cuticle Guard Tape helps you do the unthinkable — color inside the (manicure) lines! Just swipe the latex tape around cuticules and let it dry and simply peel it off when you're done painting your nails. This genius product will have everyone asking which salon you go to because this tape? It makes home manicures look professional.

    Reviewer before and after photo showing how to use nail latex tape

    27. Schick Hydro Silk Touch-Up Facial Razor gives you salon quality dermaplaning results. It'll get rid of unwanted hair, remove dead skin, and lightly exfoliate your face.

    28. L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation feels like Tinkerbell applied your makeup with a light but magical touch. The formula glides on your skin then dries to a semi-matte finish and stays put! It blurs redness, acne, and lasts all day — sign me up!

    Reviewer face before and after using foundation

    29. Lavinso Foot Exfoliation Peeling Mask sloughs off dead skin and calluses so your feet feel and look as soft as a baby's bottom. No scrubbing needed — just slip your cuties into these booties for intense exfoliation and a ton of moisture.

    30. Cirepil The Original Blue Wax aims to make at-home waxing quick and painless. These high-quality beads gently wrap around head-to-toe body hair allowing for easy-breezy removal and no wax strips needed, meaning you'll save some dough without compromising quality.

    Reviewer before and after photo of blue wax results on underarms

    31. L'Oreal Paris Root Cover Up is beloved for its hard work and dedication to concealing grays and new growth in between colorings. Their ammonia- and peroxide-free formula won't stain or smear so feel free to run your fingers through your gorgeous mane.

    32. Beaky Oblique Cut Makeup Sponge Set convinced me to throw out all of my other brushes. These are perfect for applying your makeup every day because they blend out foundation perfectly and can take a lot of wear and tear.

    33. Cantu Coconut Curling Cream repairs heat damaged curls for those days when you want to go natural! The thick formula is infused with silk amino acids and 20 moisturizing butters and oils that will saturate your strands and spring them back into shape.

    34. Kaja Roller Glow evenly deposits the perfect amount of highlight to your face, all without messing up your foundation or looking cakey.

    35. Wild Growth Hair Oil strengthens chemically treated strands to prevent split ends that can cause hair breakage. The formula protects your hair and allows it to retain length. Some reviewers saw significant results in just a few months!

    36. Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick helps anyone who is tired of re-applying their lipstick after every sip or kiss. It glides on evenly and settles at a matte finish that won't dry your lips out! TL;DR: It won't smudge or budge and comes in 45 beautiful shades.

    37. Skin1004 Zombie Pack Wash Off Face Mask treats eight of the most common skin concerns in under 15 minutes. A blend of albumin and aloe vera extract work overtime to reduce fine lines, lift skin, clear acne, reduce pores, moisturize skin, improve texture, balance pH, and give you a glow. Reviewers say this is also an affordable dupe for higher-priced brands!

    38. Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eyeshadow Primer turns your eyelid into the perfect canvas — no more creasing or muddy eyeshadow that looks a mess because of oily lids. This non-greasy, pearl powder packed formula will make sure you're smoky eye stays put all day long.

    39. Differin Gel acts as acne's arch nemesis because it speeds up the exfoliation process and fights dark spots and acne with just a drop. Best of all, this product is nonirritating, fragrance-, oil-, and alcohol-free.

    40. Essence Lash Princess Mascara gives the falsies effect for under $5. You'll get phenomenal volume that won't flake or dissolve all day every day, plus it's cruelty-free and buildable so you won't get the spider lash look.

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