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    64 Beauty Products That Work So Well, It's Almost Ridiculous

    A little tooth-whitening gel pen is quite the wonder.

    1. Essence Cosmetics Princess False Lash Effect Mascara provides a super dramatic before and after. Prepare to get grilled about where you got your eyelash extensions.

    reviewer's lashes before then their lashes after application with a faux lashes effect
    the mascara
    www.amazon.com, @essencemakeup / Via www.instagram.com

    Promising review: "Don’t let the price fool you. I reach for this over and over. Great for when you wear falsies too! I have sensitive eyes and I don’t have any problems with this mascara, no flaking, running, or burning. I will buy again and again." —Monica

    Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in waterproof and sculpted volume versions).

    2. Elizavecca Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment goes on like a hair mask except it'll give you even more dramatic results thanks to Ceramide 3 and collagen. Any time I use it, my hair looks and feels so much healthier.

    before pic of hair looking dry and damaged, then the same person with smoother, more moisturized looking hair
    the bottle
    Bek O'Connell / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "As soon as I put it on my hair it was amazing! It practically detangles itself. Will buy again ♡" —bibi

    Get it from Amazon for $7.75.

    Read our review of Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment to learn more about why one BuzzFeeder calls it, "the miracle product I've been searching for."

    3. Teeth whitening pens easily apply and let sit a minute or two to dry. Buh-bye annoying strips and coffee stains.

    You can use each pen ~20 times and should expect your teeth to lighten four to eight shades.

    Promising review: "I started using this product less than two weeks ago and can already tell a difference. A friend even commented on a picture of mine asking what app I used to make my teeth appear whiter!😆 I even missed a few days of use when we were traveling. Easy to use and results are noticeable within a short period of time! Will buy this again when I need more! Great price and great product!!" —Andrea6117

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in a four-pack).

    4. An cutie octopus-shaped blackhead remover exfoliates your skin, helping you deal with all sorts of blackheads, whiteheads, and clogged pores.  

    A black small octopus shaped remover in a reviewer's hand
    the cap off to show the salt on the top of the remover

    Promising review: "First time buying this and didn't know what to expect but I'm most definitely buying it again. My skin has never felt better and I have the most sensitive skin and I've had no issues at all." —Melissa

    Get it from Amazon for $12.50

    5. SKIN1004 Zombie Pack Face Masks makes you (briefly) look like a zombie while it goes to work tightening your pores and minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. Now's as good of a time as ever to FaceTime your mom and scare her.

    Promising review: "This really works. I am always skeptical of products I buy online because you can't be sure who is posting reviews but I will say that this mask does what it says it will do. I will definitely purchase again." —JEaston

    Get a box of eight masks from Amazon for $25.

    6. Bio-Oil lightens scars, pregnancy stretch marks, and other spots. But! Lots of reviewers say it does wonders for dry, super-sensitive rosacea breakouts, just to name a few surprising uses.

    OK, so I've never used my bottle of Bio-Oil to specifically treat my rosacea. Yet, I've used it to moisturize my skin in the dead of winter or target super dry elbows and knees. This is gonna be your new fave multi-purpose skincare product. (Psst, a lil' goes a long way.)

    Promising review: "I just love the smell of the oil. I mostly buy it because of the smell. I also have a scar from a cyst removal about 6 years ago that has gotten so much smaller after using this oil on it. Would buy again" —joey

    Get it from Amazon for $8.92+ (available in two sizes).

    7. leave-in conditioner made for kids (and grownups) with curly hair and tender heads gives you some picturesque results thanks to its hydrating and detangling formula of vitamin B5, jojoba oil, keratin, and more.

    Promising review: "My granddaughters have long curly hair, and this is the first product that actually worked at getting the tangles out! Their hair was soft and no tears were shed while combing through… which to me is most important! The smell is nice, not overwhelming… over all this is just a great product and I will definitely be buying again!" —Danielle Bustamante

    Get it from Amazon for $9.49 (also available in a two-pack).

    8. L’Oréal Paris Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water gives hair a major dose of moisture in — like the name suggests — a mere eight seconds!

    Promising review: "Bought this not expecting that it would work. I've been using products in and on my hair for years, both expensive and inexpensive. This is the best I've used, bar none! It smooths and takes away the tightness of the curls. Will buy it again and again!" —Judith Cohen

    Get it from Amazon for $9.87.

    9. An exfoliating scrub mitt helps you part with excess dead skin and particles while you use it a couple of times a month (it's that good so you don't have to use it often!). Reviewers find it super helpful for removing self-tanner, addressing ingrown hairs, and increasing circulation. 

    reviewer image showing their legs before and after using the glove and how different their legs look
    reviewer image of the black glove on their hand

    Promising review: "It was gross seeing all of the dead skin cells that it got off, but my skin feels so much softer after using it for the first time! I will definitely buy again!" —Sandra Eineke

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in a set of two). 

    10. E.l.f.'s Poreless Putty Primer, a lightweight base primer with TONS of amazing reviews because it helps to reduce the appearance of pores and make your makeup apply like buttah. 

    reviewer with their makeup done
    reviewer holding the tin of beige colored primer

    Promising review: "I can tell when I use it — fills in pores and makes a smoother finish. It’s great for the price too. I bought based on reviews and I will buy again." —M. sutphin

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    11. A pack of facial and eyebrow razors remove fine hairs and smooth your skin for much easier makeup application.

    A customer review photos of before and after using the facial and eyebrow razor
    A customer review photo of a close of the facial and eyebrow razor

    Promising review: "I love 💕 these little razors for all that peach 🍑 fuzz. My face looks so smooth now!!! They’re really easy to use. I had no idea there was such a product! My aesthetician used something similar on my face and I thought 💭 I can do that!! So glad I found it!" —Patti16

    Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.67.

    12. Cuccio Cuticle Oil smells heavenly, but most importantly will treat sorry-looking cuticles and moisturize your paws. Oh, and it'll look lovely on your vanity. I have this and it takes just a few seconds each day!

    reviewer's hand holding the bottle of cuticle oil
    reviewer's long healthy looking nails and cuticles

    Promising review: "This Cuccio milk and honey cuticle moisturizer is truly a cuticle saver. Applying one drop to each cuticle and massaging it in completely will leave your cuticles and hands feeling soft, looking great and the smell is divine. I use it on both my hands and feet and I’m comfortable showing my fingernails and toenails this summer because this product has made it so easy to feel confident knowing I won’t have crusty cuticles." —Rina C

    Get it from Amazon for $9.94+ (available in 12 scents and five sizes).

    13. Plus an instant cuticle remover rids the area around your nails of dead skin but also soothes skin with aloe and chamomile. 

    A reviewer showing off their dry, cracked cuticles before using the serum
    The same reviewer showing off their soft cuticles after using the serum

    Promising review: "I had never tried this before and I am so glad I did. It works great! Within seconds of applying it to my nails, the cuticle becomes soft and I can remove it right away. I used to never remove my cuticles when doing my nails, I guess because I didn't really know how to, but since I started using this product my nails look so good. I'm happy with the product and the results." —ABernal

    Get it from Amazon for $7.41.

    14. A box of wart-removing pads you simply apply like bandages. Get ready to say adios to that appendage even faster. 

    Reviewer's progression photos showing the pads removed a wart on their finger
    Different reviewer's progression photos showing the pads removed a dime-size wart

    Promising review: "I had a stubborn wart on my right thumb that has been there for almost a year. Went to the doctor the first time to freeze it, but it didn't completely remove the wart so I decided to try the gel. The gel helped but not for too long and the wart came back (in a couple of days). Long story short, I got these medicated bandages and the results are incredibly satisfying. Used these every day for a week and the next week, my wart is gone. So far it's been a week after and I haven't noticed any growth." —J

    Get 14 pads from Amazon for $6.96+ (available in three styles and multi-packs).

    15. A callus-removing gel gives you professional pedicure results at home if scrubbing, soaking, and filing have failed you. 

    Promising review: "I love this product. I have been buying my callus remover from the nail salons. This one exceeds my expectation. I will buy it again for sure." —Hanan Sawalha

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

    16. Plus a Mr. Pumice Ultimate Pumi Bar is your new shower BFF. Its rougher side will help attack calluses and the soft side will smooth out the offending areas.

    reviewer's bottom of foot with built up calluses
    same reviewer's foot without the calluses

    I bought this after putting it in countless stories (like this one!) and, folks, the reviewers are right. This thing is LEGIT. 

    Promising review: "At the shop where I get pedicures I noted that they use these. The dark purple side is perfect for keeping my heels smooth. I live in the desert and go barefoot often so need something for my feet, but other products didn't seem to be very effective. I use this with a callus gel every so often and this seems to work better than all the other 'pumice' bars, etc. This isn't pumice though, but I never liked the hard pumice stones and they didn't seem to do much anyway." —Desert Rose

    Get it from Amazon for $4.48.

    17. A setting powder made for oily skin that you can easily take on the go to keep your T-zone looking like matte perfection despite every other factor.

    person with finger through the loop on the back of the powder puff
    reviewer with dark skin looking matte thanks to the powder

    Promising review: "This stuff is awesome! I have highly oily skin and natural hair. My skin tone is medium dark with yellow undertones. Weather has been over 100 degrees and my makeup has remained on point! Best product I've ever purchased." —Nid

    Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in two sizes).

    18. Or a volcanic stone face roller removes oil and shine from your face. And unlike oil-blotting sheets, the ball can be popped out and washed so you can use this over and over and over again.

    Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller
    Reviewer using Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller

    Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. Not only is it affordable, but it's also washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful. It felt like the holy grail had been delivered to my front doorstep. After my first use, I was in love. Now, it doesn't pick up everything but it does make it more matte and gives you a natural look. I am so excited this product exists and I already feel more confident." —Kelsey B.

    Get it from Amazon for $14.49.

    19. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub helps get rid of "chicken skin" (ahem, tiny bumps that are called keratosis pilaris) thanks to smart ingredients like glycolic, lactic acids, and pumice buffing beads. Talk about an effective shower. 

    the purple bottle of exfoliator
    a model rubbing the exfoliator into their arm
    First Aid Beauty

    Promising review: "I like to use an exfoliating scrub on my body every now and then, but it really didn't do anything for my KP bumps on my arms. I've used this now for the past month about one to two times a week, and honestly noticed a difference from the very first use. This is SO much better than a normal scrub, especially if you have KP bumps on your skin. My arms have never felt more smooth. Also, a little goes a long way, so this should last quite a while. I will definitely be repurchasing this." —nannerbuns

    Get it from First Aid Beauty for $12+ (available in three sizes) or Amazon for $12+ (available in three sizes and a two-pack).

    20. LilyAna Naturals Eye Cream – it's made to soften and freshen up your under-eyes...and according to reviews, can help lighten dark facial scars.

    Promising review: "I have been using this daily for about eight months now. I am 60 years old. It reduced the puffiness and bags under my eyes. I am Sicilian and had dark circles. It has brightened up my eye area. I am very surprised as I have paid much more for eye creams that have done so much less. I recently had precancerous cells removed at the bridge of my nose. After healing, I was left with a dark scar. The dermatologist told me that it would heal over time. Since I began to apply this eye cream, the mark has almost disappeared entirely. I shop constantly from Amazon. This is the first time that I have taken the time to write a review. That's how impressed I am with this product. If you decide to purchase this, you won't be sorry." —Lynda M.

    Get it from Amazon for $13.49+ (available in three sizes and a two-pack).

    21. Era Organics Soothe Moisturizer deserves main billing in your daily routine thanks to anti-inflammatory ingredients like milk thistle, MSM, and chamomile. Seriously though, the reviewer pics are STAGGERING.

    Promising review: "I thought red blotchy skin from my rosacea was just something I was going to have to live with. I didn't want to use prescriptive drugs. I stumbled upon this product, and with the great price, I figured I had nothing to lose. The first time I applied it I was so impressed. It has an immediate cooling sensation on the skin, a non-greasy formula and absorbed quickly. Within minutes my redness was gone. I was in shock. I stopped needing to wear foundation to hide my blotchiness. I love this product and can't imagine my life without it now!" —Battalglia

    Get it from Amazon for $36.

    22. Corsx Acne Pimple Master Patches are made to attack and help flatten out painful blemishes by sucking out the gunk without irritating your skin around the blemish like drying treatments.

    reviewer pic of large, painful looking pimple above eyebrow
    the same pimple flattened out and looking like it's healing

    Promising review: "When the whitehead is visible and/or the pore is open, the patch absorbs and shrinks the pores overnight. If the pore has an excess amount of toxins, use the bigger patch and use them every night. I do use them during the day too since they aren't that visible. The benefit is that they DO NOT leave scars like when I squeeze the to clear the pores myself....Also, I take advantage of those face mask so that I don't have to worry if the patches are visible or not around my chin and cheeks." —TM

    Get a four-pack of 24 patches each from Amazon for $18 (available in three other pack sizes). Check out our full Cosrx Acne Pimple Patches review!

    23. OGX Locking + Coconut Curls Air Dry Cream is a great, affordable scrunch-and-go option with legions of fans to back up that claim. 

    Promising review: "I put some in my hair for the first time today and I'm impressed! I towel dried my hair and then put about a quarter size in my palm and spread throughout my hair, scrunched my hair, and then let it air dry. I think it did a good job at defining my waves and eliminating the serious frizz." —ninjamommy

    Get it from Amazon for $6.29.

    24. TruSkin Vitamin C Serum brightens, softens, and fades hyperpigmentation like luxury serums (according to reviewers). Plus, it's cruelty-free!

    A reviewer with dark skin showing the serum lightened the acne scars on their forehead and cheeks until they were basically gone
    Progression photos showing redness and acne on reviewer's cheeks is reduced on day 2 and day 4

    Promising review: "I was looking for a dupe of the Skinceuticals C E Ferulic Serum [a 1 oz. bottle costs $166] and this one did not disappoint. My only complaint is the scent, but it isn’t super strong..." —pablo

    Get it from Amazon for $21.97+ (available in two sizes).

    25. Tend Skin Solution, a more or less magical product to help erase razor irritation and ingrown hairs .

    reviewer with large razor bumps on back of their head
    the reviewer's head looking smoother
    a before and after of an underarm with lots of red razor bumps and then totally smooth

    Promising review: "This product has worked GREAT on my armpits where I had big, painful, inflamed hair follicles for YEARS! I use a Dollar Shave razor now, changed every couple of weeks with Tend Skin after every shower and before deodorant. Miracles! I have noticed less of a difference on razor burn and ingrown hairs in other areas, however." —A User

    Get an 8-ounce bottle from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in a 4-ounce bottle).

    26. A scalp massager helps relieve you of itching and dandruff. Also, it'll feel like a total treat.

    reviewer with buzz cut hair with irritated skin seen through it
    same reviewer's scalp without the skin irritation seen

    Promising review: "I have suffered from dry scalp and dandruff for years. I recently shaved my head and realized just how bad my scalp really was. Red irritated spots everywhere that became very easy to see with my short hair. After using this product along with a coconut oil moisturizer for three days, my scalp is already healing. The product is easy to hold, easy to clean, and feels great on an itchy scalp. I also don’t have dandruff flakes at all anymore. Trust me, you won’t regret purchasing this product!" —Britt

    Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in three colors).

    27. smudge-proof eyeliner stamp helps you finally get the perfectly even cat eye wing. 

    reviewer wearing cat-eye look created with the winged eyeliner stamp and dark blue lipstick
    reviewer holds two stamps, which each have a slightly curved end for adding a winged eye to black eyeliner

    Psst — this tool is double-sided, so you can choose the thickness of your wing, and comes with two stamp pens — one for each eye!

    Promising review: "This goes on well and stays well. I cannot wing eyeliner for the life of me and this does it for me!! I just repurchased a second time and it's been almost a year since my first purchase...I use this daily! That means it lasted me almost a year. Can't beat the price point and quality for that! I also enjoy the clean ingredients. :)" —Nickel

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in three styles and a multi-pack).

    28. Ambi Skincare's Fade Cream helps lighten discoloration, dark spots, acne spots, and other blemishes scarring with hydroquinone. Psst, that's a product you'll find in all kinds of luxury formulas that cost much MUCH more money. 

    Promising review: "If you have age/sun spots on your face, this is for you. It was very affordable and works well. It says to use twice a day. I don't have time for that. I used it once a day and it took a little longer but you will definitely get results. Just be patient a few weeks and then one day you will look in the mirror and WOW, you will see the difference. I had a very noticeable spot on my face I was concentrating on as I hated that sucker. It is almost totally gone. I can see that it is going to go completely away. My friend noticed it fading and had to know how I did it. She bought it and is totally happy with it. It takes very very little. I used a cotton swab to get it exactly where I wanted it. I could not be happier!" —A.J.W.

    Get it from Amazon for $15.23+.

    29. A six-piece set of high-performance matte lipsticks costs you SIGNIFICANTLY less than similar (or even subpar!) stay-put liquid formulas. 

    Reviewer wearing red matte lipstick
    Reviewer wearing all six shades of pink and red matte on their hand

    Promising review: "What can I say, I saw a TikTok about this lipstick and for $10 had to try it! The reviews are right, for some reason this lipstick is better than even $20 name brand ones bought from Ulta. Not only does it smell great, but dries in under a minute and survived eating a cupcake, a Starbucks drink, and an entire evening out, no smudging and had to be removed with a makeup wipe. Fantastic product!!" —Claire

    Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $9.98 (available in three color sets). 

    30. A tea tree, eucalyptus, and lavender oil balm addresses a variety of annoying skin issues like itchy and scaly skin, rashes, ringworm, jock itch, athlete's foot, and more. Reviewers say it worked on their skin problems much better than pricier treatments. 

    back of hand with two painful looking patches of rash
    then the same back of the hand with rashes almost completely clear

    Promising review (for the images): "I have had persistent rashes on my hands since early 2018. I have tried so many creams and medications for almost two years. After four days of use my skin is almost clear, pain free, no cracks, and NO ITCHING. This balm is absolutely amazing. I also used the Puriya Mother of All Creams at the same time and the combo has been phenomenal!" —Alicia Pumphrey

    Get it from Amazon for $36.33.

    31. NYX Professional Makeup Slim Lip Pencil in shade Peakaboo Neutral that reviewers (and people on IG) swear is a fantastic dupe for the luxury priced Charlotte Tilbury's Pillow Talk. 

    Note: the pictured reviewer is wearing the lip liner with Maybelline Peach Buff matte lipstick

    Promising review: "I couldn't believe my eyes after I put this on! This is an exact dupe for Charlotte Tilbury and for only $4, you cannot go wrong! This is a my lips but better shade and so pretty and natural on. It made it incredibly easy to over line and give that fuller lip! I will continue to buy this shade from NYX til I die!" —Erika lee

    Get it from Amazon for $4.39+ (available in 19 shades).

    32. Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo stops the flaky mess, once and for all.

    A reviewer's head with lots of dandruff flakes around their part
    The same reviewer's head with no dandruff around their part

    It's got over 55,000 5-star reviews, and works for more than just dandruff. I get recurring bouts of fungal acne on my forehead, and I recently starting using this at the recommendation of the interwebs (its key ingredient is an antifungal). Every other day, I slather it on the affected area like a wash-off mask, let it sit for a few minutes, and rinse off. My forehead looks better the next day!

    Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely amazing. I was one step away from going to the dermatologist. I had severe dandruff that was so bad I could shake my head and it would come off. With just a few uses per week, I got rid of all of my flakes. My scalp also stopped burning from dryness. My hair has never been healthier." —Moo Moo

    Get it from Amazon for $15.47+ (available in various sizes and packs).

    33. Wunderbrow is a super-long-lasting eyebrow gel that's waterproof so you won't have to worry about your brow filler sweating down your beautiful visage.

    Promising review: "I love this stuff! I’m one of those people who over-plucked in the past and now can’t get the thick eyebrows I once hated back. It does take practice and a little trial and error to get the perfect brow. I usually keep a cotton swab handy and sometimes have to reshape after I apply. It is waterproof and lasts a few days. I am careful in the shower when washing my face to wash around the brows. Photos are me out for a jog without anything on my brows, second is after delivering my baby — yes. After my water broke, I took a shower and applied my Wunderbrow! Lasted through 12 hours of labor and three days in the hospital. =)" —Tiffany Haney

    Get it from Amazon for $19.37+ (available in five colors).

    34. A pocket-sized, refillable travel perfume atomizer you simply pump on your normal size perfume bottle to keep you smelling like your signature scent while you're on the go. This'll cost you a lot less than buying branded rollers or minis. I bought these for travel a year ago but like to use them on the reg so I can take my Le Labo with me on the go. 

    atomizer pumping on a perfume bottle
    Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    ^ That's me pumping my signature perfume into one of these travel atomizers I've been using for about a year. As the reviewer down below mentions, it's great to just throw in your purse on the reg for a fragrance re-up throughout the day. As you can see, it's about the size of my thumb and therefore takes up very little room. Plus! It's smaller than most rollerball travel fragrances you can pick up. This first one is working so well, that I just have the other three in storage. But if this one bites the dust this summer during travels, I'll be OK about digging into my stores to use one of the remaining three...especially at this price point. 

    Promising review: "These work so great. Love it!!! I put my favorite perfumes in each one. When I wear a perfume I put the matching one to the perfume I’m wearing for the day in my purse. So I can freshen up my scent later! I like to smell pretty all day!!! They are small and compact but hold enough before you have to refill as well." —Nikki

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.99.

    35. A quick-dry top coat gives a lasting finish over your home mani. 

    reviewer's perfect looking manicure with the shiny top coat
    the bottle of top coat

    Promising review: "I've bought so many of these! This has to be the number 1 top coat out there! It's durable and oh my gosh so shiny!!! I use it every time I paint my nails, and I'm thrilled with the results. Nothing else on the market compares. Don't waste your money on anything else." —Dawgfan

    Get it from Amazon for $7.64 (also available in a two-pack).

    36. Mane Club One Hit Wonder 10-in-1 spray you just spritz on your damp hair and let take care of basically every styling need for blowouts except finishing hairspray. It'll give you a super smooth blowout without filling up your medicine cabinet with products.

    hands holding two bottles of the product
    writer with blown out hair using the product
    Mane Club, Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    I have a very thick head of naturally curly hair and have put it through just about everything, including all kinds of hot tools, at-home dye kits, the gamut of shampoo and conditioner types, basically every dry shampoo and hair oil in existence, and just about anything else to try for a story for you dear readers. Lots of products have either straight-up failed, been meh enough for me to not recommend, or fantastic but so costly that I feel guilty recommending them. Basically, a lot of stuff ends up in the trash or pawned off on my (grateful) friends when it isn't a fit for me. But THIS STUFF. This stuff has become my go-to for spraying on my wet hair and then blow drying. Normally I'd apply a heat protector and an oil treatment or leave-in conditioner before blow drying. But this 10-in-1 treatment takes the cake! Most of the time when I use it, I don't even need to finish off my hair with hair oil (I've been doing that as an essential hair step for years now). It's really that good! Here, I have freshly blow dried hair with just this post-shower using this Amika blow dryer brush. This brush is fantastic on its own but this spray-on treatment has more or less doubled this brush's effectiveness. My hair comes out feeling softer, looking shinier and healthier, and stays looking good for days — which is especially great news because I wash my hair about every four days. 'Tis time for me to unload a bunch of hair products I now no longer need to my friends.

    Get it from Mane Club for $10 or Amazon for $9.80 (cruelty-free, vegan).

    37. TGIN Miracle Repairx Deep Hydrating Hair Mask For Damaged Hair nurtures and protects your natural hair texture after other products have failed you. 

    reviewer with closeup of hydrated, defined curls
    the hair mask container

    Thank God It’s Natural (TGIN) is a small business founded by Chris-Tia Donaldson after she graduated from Harvard Law School, started her first job at a law firm and wore wigs out of frustration for the lack of hair products for natural hair. TGIN is now sold at a variety of retailers.  Chris-Tia was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 and until her passing in 2021, used her success to advocate for women experiencing financial difficulties and who are undergoing treatment, to highlight health disparities due to race and socio-economic factors and help through the TGIN Foundation. You can read more about her empowering story in her book This is Only a Test.

    Promising review: "I LOOOOVE THIS PRODUCT LINE! I use the daily hair food to the hair mask! If you are protecting your hair and maximizing hydration these products will be your best friend!" —K Taylor-Cain

    Get it from Amazon for $15.95.

    38. Rimmel Stay Matte Mattifying Primer gives you a smooth finish that'll stay that way for so much longer.

    the bottle of primer
    reviewer with perfect matte makeup

    Promising review: "I am not one to leave reviews but this stuff deserves recognition! In my 32 years of life I have never had something that is supposed to control oil actually do its job. From the moment this stuff touched my face, I felt a difference! My face is extremely oily that by the time I walk out the house, my makeup is sitting on top of my face looking caked. This is the first time EVER, I had a primer leave my face matte with makeup on. Although I love my look with makeup, I hate what the oil does so I’m usually limiting my application to eyebrows and under eye. Although this is day one of use, my makeup has been on my face for almost four hours and I have yet to pull out my MAC blot powder or oil control sheet to touch things up. I am IMPRESSED and that is a major compliment considering I’ve literally tried everything on the market and this $5 product surpasses them ALL!!!" —Rose

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97 (also available in a two-pack).

    39. Arnica Bruise Cream in case you're like me and bump into everything even adjacent to your path, and then find bruises in very obvious places that could've come from anything, really.

    reviewer with dark under eye bruise
    same reviewer without the bruise

    Promising review: "I am very fair-skinned and bruise easily (doesn't help that I also tend to be very clumsy). I recently got a very large, dark bruise on my arm, and a friend at work whose son is a stunt man told me I should use Arnica on it. Based on the reviews, I ordered this product and started using it approximately four days after I was bruised. At first, it didn't seem like anything was happening, but after three to four days of use, I could see a marked difference just from morning to evening. I have never had a bruise heal that quickly before. I'm sold!" —J. Yount

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in cream or gel).

    40. Sally Hansen Insta Dri nail polish (that also happens to be super cheap) for those times when you really wanna paint your nails but are pressed for time.

    hands holding bottles of nail polish
    @sally_hansen / Via www.instagram.com

    This stuff is consistently good. I've been using it for years! It really does dry quick and flat so you can move on with the rest of your life.

    Get it from Amazon for $6.50+ (available in 16 colors and two-packs).

    Not ready to give up your holy grail polish? Get a fast-drying top coat instead.

    41. Press-on nails provide a gel-like mani in about five minutes. I can vouch because these are my hands and I've used about more than a dozen sets of them!

    hand with various gray, marble print, and glitter design press on nails
    person's hand with red fake nails
    Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    I'm quite adept at painting my own nails (the only time I get a professional manicure is when I want gel before going on vacation), but these press-on nails have me feeling super lazy about painting my nails because they're so easy to use! And that's OK! Each set costs you less than 10 bucks and rather than fool with a bottle of nail glue that ends up anywhere but the nails, each nail has a peel-off plastic that reveals a super sticky surface you press onto your real nail. I find that all the nails stay on about three days when I do stuff like hand-wash my dishes, pet glorious dogs, and scratch many layers of dry shampoo on my scalp. You'll get 30 nails with each set, which helps you find the right sizes BUT I've also found comes in handy when a pointer or middle finger nail pops off (those are the first to go in my experience) so I end up getting about a week's use of wear out of each nail set. Multiple friends have seen me with the nails on and all have believed they're the real deal!

    Get them from Amazon: marble/glitter set for $6.97 or similar red set for $5.85 (available in lots more styles).

    42. Hairbrella easily folds up and will be ready for those days when you look like you have GREAT weather. Then all of a sudden the sky opens up and starts pouring. 

    Reviewer wearing black flexible cap with small plastic visor on their head
    Model pouring water on another model's head while wearing the hairbrella, then taking it off to show hair perfectly styled and dried

    Hairbrella is a Black-owned small business that has been creating fashionable hats that protect hair from all kinds of weather since 2016. 

    Promising review: "I traveled to London last month with a raincoat that did not have a hood, and I wanted something that would protect my head/hair/blowout without lugging an umbrella. This definitely did the trick. Two of the three days were rainy (some quite heavy) and my hair stayed totally dry. It stows nicely, too. I'm still learning how to adjust it while it's on my head (easier to adjust first and then put it on). Also, when I do have it tightened/pulled to the right place, the loop/slack from where I adjusted it sort of sticks out and gets in my peripheral vision. I wish the adjustment/clasp was on less prominent. But, all in all, this is perfect for anyone who wants to keep their blowout fresh in the rain." —Miss Information

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in eight colors and two sizes).

    43. Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 beloved by reviewers with melanated skin for good reason. It rubs in (like, actually rubs in) and doesn't leave any ashy white effect.

    Hands using the sunscreen
    a model applying the sunscreen and showing how it doesn't leave a whitecast
    Target, Target

    Black Girl Sunscreen is a Black woman-owned business whose sunscreen is designed not to leave a white cast on melanated skin. It's ultra sheer, water-resistant, and super nourishing thanks to its all-natural ingredients. Plus, it's cruelty-free! They also make sunscreen for kids with SPF 50.

    Promising review: "I’ve tried many, many sunscreens that claim to blend and not leave a white cast when applied. This was so much better than I expected. A nickel-size amount goes a long way and blends into a smooth, dewy finish. I also didn’t notice a scent so there was no worries of walking around smelling like sunscreen." —Target Customer

    Get it from Target for $15.99 or from Black Girl Sunscreen for $18.99.

    44. ETUDE Dear Darling Water Tint delivers major color that'll stay put for so much longer than regular lipstick or gloss.

    person wearing the three various colors
    the three bottles of the lip stain

    Promising review: "Bought all three! SUPER awesome lip tint! Smells lovely and looks natural! Definitely recommend this! This is great stuff!🙌🏼" —tophjovyi

    Get it from Amazon for $6.50+ (available in three colors and multipacks).

    45. COLAB Overnight Renew Dry Shampoo blasts your greasy roots with a formula that works for you while you sleep. It's a heavier duty spray than regular dry shampoo but soaks in overnight for an easier morning routine.

    model with greasy roots as before then model with voluminous, fresh roots
    Walmart

    I have this dry shampoo and it really does work so much harder than regular dry shampoo formulas. When you spray it on, it's more likely to look stark white (don't freak out about it like I did!), but you simply rub it in like you would a normal dry shampoo before you hit the hay. Waking up with de-greased roots definitely gives me a head start on trying to pull myself together these days when, tbh, I'm only (regular) washing my hair once a week. Because this stuff is so potent though, you should really only use it before bedtime. If you're curious about their regular dry shampoos, they're great! 

    Get it from Walmart for $7.79+ (available in four scents).

    46. Gold Bond Friction Defense halts chafing caused by sweat before it even starts. It's sooo good. But really. I have thick thighs and swear by it!

    My colleague Ciera Velarde is a huge fan! Here's what she has to say: 

    "I've used it for about 12 years now and it's the only thing that I can trust to prevent that dreaded chafing after a sweaty day of walking around. It glides on perfectly, it's unscented, and it doesn't melt away when you start to sweat. If it's a particularly hot day out, it can start to fade after a few hours, so just make sure to bring it with you to reapply. In addition to preventing chafing between my thighs, I've also applied it on my arms where my sports bra rubs against them when I run and it works like a charm!"

    Promising review: "Whoooo sometimes I feel as if a fire is going to start between my fat thighs, but with this stuff they just glide right on by each other, it has been a summer life saver. Only thing is you have to pack it on and reapply maybe 4 hours in, so bring it along for the ride. I will be buying again." —Ash

    Get it from Amazon for $5.99.

    47. Radha Rosehip Oil is an all-natural solution to a ton of skin problems. It'll help hydrate skin, reduce the look of wrinkles and scars, and reviewers even say it helps their hair and nails.

    Promising review: "This is my nighttime deep moisturizer. I love this stuff! It smells nice but not overpowering (I wouldn't call it scented just pleasant). It does temporarily turn my skin a yellow shade but it fades in a minute. No staining on my skin or clothes. Overall it moisturizes very deeply and my skin looks great! Also it has helped with my acne scarring so that's nice! I will definitely buy it again." —L. Glaser

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95.

    48. BestLan Hair Finishing Stick looks just like a mascara wand but its shaping cream will tame your flyaways on those days when air drying and throwing your hair up in a bun or ponytail is all you can muster.

    Promising review: "I’m in love with this product! I have a super curly hair that loves to frizz and now I can let it air dry, put it in a bun With no more flyaways thank God! It really isn’t crunchy at all and surprisingly it’s not greasy at all which is perfect for me with the curly hair! You won’t be sad you bought this!" —Karissa Chavez

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (also available in a two-pack).

    49. Baby Foot is a lavender-scented foot peel that revitalizes dried, calloused feet for, tbh, a pretty disgusting transformation. (You're gonna want to send the pics to your group chat.)

    a before photo of crusty feet dated July 2
    photos dated july 5, 6 after 1st soak, with skin starting to peel
    after photo dated july 16, 2 weeks later, with feet baby smooth

    This product is a dream come true for anyone who gets a kind of sick satisfaction from peeling off dead skin. (Let's face it, that's all of us, right?)

    Promising review: "This mask comes with two baggies, and you place each of your feet into its own bag and tape it up to avoid leaking. The moment you put them on, the jelly-type liquid travels all over your feet and in between your toes, and it's the most relaxing feeling ever. You can feel your skin drinking in the moisture and nutrients. While you do not see results right away, your feet will smell amazing for a whole day after the treatment. After six or seven days, all the dead, dry skin starts falling off, and your feet really do feel baby soft. I never thought I had dry feet, but oh boy, was I wrong!" —Melvika

    Get it from Amazon for $22.50.

    50. And a giant foot file sloughs off nasty, dead skin and has review photos that'll shake your whole being. Like the one here!

    A reviewer's heel looking dirty and deeply cracked
    The same reviewer's heel looking much cleaner and mostly smooth, with only a few small cracks left

    This miracle worker has got over 5,970+ 5-star reviews!

    Promising review: "This thing is pretty amazing. I was skeptical for sure, since I've tried all kinds of lotions, balms, and stone-based products, none of which helped my heels whatsoever. I've worn socks to bed for years, because if I don't the sheets hardly last a week before they have holes rubbed through them. My wife ordered this thing that looks like a mini cheese grater, lol, and after two minutes — two minutes!! — of rubbing it on my heel, it's a complete 180. I never would've believed it until I tried it myself. This is well worth double what it costs." —LBK

    Get two from Amazon for $10.99.

    51. O'Keeffe's Foot Cream rehabs cracked, painful heels. Here's to going to bed without socks!

    Promising review: "I have struggled with dry, cracked, gross feet since I was a teenager. No matter what I did, the skin on my heels was always dry and would crack so painfully that sometimes it was hard to walk. I had just resigned myself to the fact that it could never change. My feet are so, so soft, nearly all of the cracks and rough spots are gone and the last few cracks are almost totally healed. I have been putting this on twice a day and it’s changed everything. If you are on the fence about getting this, get it!!" —Halley B

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in multiple packs).

    52. Honeyskin Ultimate Face and Body Cream delivers results on all kinds of irritating skin issues besides rosacea, like eczema, psoriasis, and other rashes. TL;DR, it's good to have in your medicine cabinet.

    Promising review: "I am absolutely blown away by the results from using this product. I have moderate rosacea made severe by pregnancy, and was at a major loss as to how to manage it. Unable to treat my rosacea as I normally would and with my sensitivity at an all time high (I couldn’t tolerate anything more than Vaseline), I decided to give this a whirl and could not be happier that I did. I think my picture speaks for itself, but within one week this cream SIGNIFICANTLY improved my rosacea and sensitivity and by a month my skin was completely smooth with minimal redness and scarring left from the months long flare I’d been having. Fan of Honeyskin for life here!!!" —LR

    Get it from Amazon for $17.19+ (available in three sizes).

    53. simple ice roller seems to be the one thing missing from everyone's routine. Reviewers tout its soothing abilities for headaches, oncoming breakouts, and yes, for rosacea too!

    reviewer's puffy eye
    same reviewer's eye now not puffy thanks to the ice roller

    Promising review: "Thinking about buying another because i cried a lot yesterday and did not want to go downstairs after rolling at evening to put it back in the freezer so it would be available in the morning. Forget the jade, rose quartz, etc...ICE is where it’s at." —Elise

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in nine colors).

    54. BYO Blush Oil, which is criminally easy to ease. You just tap on a few dots and then blend with your fingers or a brush. It's green in the bottle and then turns *your* perfect shade of pink on your skin thanks to a pH reaction. Oh, and it's on a skincare list because it's packed full of good-for-you ingredients and you can even sleep in it (if you want). 

    model's without and then with the blush
    Amazon

    Youthforia is an Asian woman–owned small business established in 2020 that specializes in environmentally friendly, cruelty-free makeup made with at least 90% renewable ingredients.

    Fun fact: All of Youthforia's makeup is designed with ingredients that make it A-OK for your skin to sleep with it on!

    Promising review: "Dewy and glowy. I tried it over makeup and it appeared as a strong pink shade but settled to a flushed, glowy color. I had my little sister try it too because I wanted to see the color change again and it lasted a really long time on her. The texture was smooth and it was easy to rub in and blend out." —Summer

    Get it from Amazon for $35.99 or Youthforia for $36 (available in four colors).

    55. SOL by Jergens Deeper by the Drop Self Tanning Drops easily combine with your moisturizer to help pale folks develop a ~glow~ overnight.

    Promising review: "Works better than all the high-end products I have tried. Would definitely recommend!! It does have a strong 'self tanner' smell, but I personally don't mind that. This picture is after letting it develop overnight." —Whitney

    Get it from Amazon for $11.49.

    56. Glossier Solution has chemical exfoliants perfect for babes with super sensitive skin to help lighten scarring, improve general skin tone, and slough off dead skin you no longer need. Say buh-bye to those physical exfoliants that leave you redder and more irritated.

    before pic of person with redness and scarring, then a lot of that faded and cleared up after four weeks of use
    person pumping the top of the bottle with a cotton round
    Glossier

    Promising review: "I have spent years trying to find something that helps reduce the redness and bumps associated with rosacea. My skin is SO SENSITIVE, I had honestly given up even trying to use acne medicines as they just destroyed my skin. Even so, my skin looked terrible. It was so volatile, bumpy, and red. Makeup didn't hide it well, either. In January, I purchased Glossier's three-step cleansing and moisturizing system, and solution. My skin is amazing now. Honestly. I still get a few breakouts, but my once dead and dull, angry skin looks nice even without makeup! It's not fully recovered yet, but it's getting there. Thank you, Glossier!" —Kels 1.

    Get it from Glossier for $26.

    57. A MakeUp Eraser washcloth easily takes off a full face of makeup with mere water. Then if you flip it to the other side you can use it to exfoliate your skin!

    before image of reviewer in drag makeup
    after image of reviewer's face completely makeup-free
    @chastityst.cage on Instagram / https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1JS8WCVFN7NDV/ref=cm_cr_getr_d_rvw_ttl?ASIN=B012TVK2RI&ie=UTF8

    Check out BuzzFeed's review of the Makeup Eraser for more deets!

    Promising review: "I am amazed by this product. I would even say that this is life-altering! I have not had to buy makeup remover in three months and don't believe I will ever have to again! When I used makeup remover, I felt like I could never get all of my makeup off and I had to rub my eyes quite a bit to get it off. Even after a lot of rubbing when using makeup remover I still would wake up the next morning with makeup residue from the previous day and I never felt I could completely get my makeup off. With Makeup Eraser, there is not one bit of makeup left!! It is like magic!! Make sure you follow directions, you have to use warm water and use the correct side!" —Sprklbuz

    Get it from Amazon for $14.22+ (available in six colors).

    58. Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal and Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo, because the skin on your scalp should enjoy some exfoliation too.

    A reviewer with lots of white flakes along their hairline
    The same reviewer's hairline looking smooth, with all the flakes gone

    The pics above are with just ONE wash!!! This stuff is cruelty-free and made with tea tree, coconut, and peppermint oils. Plus it's from a Black woman-owned brand! 🙌

    Promising review: "Totally amazing and beyond expectations. Chronic dry scalp for over a year, and with **one use**, super awesome results. My head feels fantastic and no more flaking. I'm going to buy a vat of this stuff and swim around in it! Really worth it." —Jana

    Get it from Amazon for $42.

    59. Aztec Secret Healing Clay, a fragrance-free mask capable that can help de-gunk your pores where other products have failed you.

    People are obsessed with the powers of this clay mask — it has over 49,000 5-star reviews on Amazon. It works best when mixed with apple cider vinegar, which you can get here.

    Promising review: "I've only gotten to use this one time, but I have to say it's unlike any mask I've used before. I did the apple cider vinegar mix with it and it dried fast and extremely tight. You will hardly be able to move your face. I washed it off after 20 minutes and was shocked to see my clogged pores were much cleaner and less congested. I barely touched my nose and blackheads were coming out, but they were dry and easily expelled from my pores. Sorry for the TMI but I've never experienced that with any product. It was so awesome and my face feels so clean and and free of oiliness. Also my skin looks brighter and smooth, not bumpy. This stuff really pulls the gunk out of your skin, I'm gonna use this once a week and pray it keeps working." —CAROL SILVESTRI

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95.

    60. Thayers Witch Hazel, a multitasking toner that handles several steps in your skincare routine: cleansing, moisturizing, fading blemishes, and helping restore your skin's natural pH.

    reviewer with acne
    reviewer with clear skin

    It can do a hell of a lot of other stuff, too, like reduce redness, soothe irritation, heal cuts, and reduce oil and inflammation.

    Promising review: "I buy this when my other bottle is only half empty — that's how much I don't want to be without it. The smell is so good that even if it didn't work amazing wonders on my skin, I would use it just for that. But it does work! Because of this toner, my skin is brighter, more even, and just plain pretty. It feels moisturizing and clean, without giving your skin that tight feeling. I have pretty sensitive skin, but it doesn't burn at all. It tightens pores and helps with all skin needs, whether you break out a lot, are young or old, or have dry or combination skin — it's universal." —Gail Shelton

    Get it from Amazon for $10.95 (or $10.40 with the Subscribe & Save option; available in six scents).

    61. Beauty For Real Lip Revival Exfoliating and Hydrating Lip Scrub is a cruelty-free sugar and wax scrub that'll do major work on your chapped, crackling lips.

    reviewer's lips looking chapped
    reviewer's lips looking smooth

    The sugar exfoliates your lips, while the wax leaves your pout feeling soft and smooth, with a hint of sheen — it may even help you favorite lip color last longer!

    Promising review: "I love this product! It's not too rough — it exfoliates well without irritating sensitive skin. It smells and tastes great and leaves your lips smooth. My only complaint is that it's SO wonderful, my mother decided to 'permanently borrow' my jar so I had to buy another one!" –Kindle Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $14+ (available in three scents).

    62. A pack of blotting papers is one of those skincare products you'll wonder how you lived without until now.

    Promising review: "I've had oily skin my whole life and used countless types of oil blotting sheets because they're lifesavers. THESE ARE AMAZING. Great deal, big sheets, and they pull out one at a time so easily. Give these a try — completely worth it. They work well and are easy to use." —Kelsey

    Get a 100-sheet pack from Amazon for $6.95 (available in five scents and three sizes).

    63. Skinergy Dark Spot Correcting Cream also works to repair sun damage, discoloration, and acne marks!

    before and after images of a model whose acne disappears
    Skinergy Beauty

    Skinergy Beauty is a Latine woman–owned beauty brand dedicated to brightening, nourishing, and bringing life back to your skin.

    Promising review: “I don’t even know where to start! I love everything about this product. This is my second purchase and it’s a staple at this point. A couple of months ago I was having really bad hormonal acne, and in less than a week I have seen my dark pigmentation fade away! Just such a lovely product! Results are guaranteed.” —Catherine 

    Get it from Skinergy Beauty for $56.99.

    64. Onset Eyebrow Soap Kit sets brow hairs in place and can be used solo or with some brow pencil to really amp up those arches. 

    And! This consists of a mild, nonirritating formula that's organic and won't foam or leave any residue.

    Promising review: "I have the kind of eyebrows that look very full with brushing, but can quickly look like one has 'collapsed' once my hair or something else touches it. I’ve used nearly every product from Anastasia BH, but never had luck keeping my brows in place. Well, let me tell you, this stuff is no joke. I had to scrub my eyebrows clean tonight to get them to move. If you need some help holding your fluff, this will be your new favorite product. Also, I was able to ditch the eyebrow pencil since this this stuff holds every hair in the place you brush it." —Bailey M, Deacon

    Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in two sizes and a bundle).

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