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Really, all of Glossier's makeup is very easy to use! This legendary brow shaper has been a beauty fiend fave for a few years now. Read our full review of Boy Brow here (#5).
Promising review: "I have always had trouble getting a brow routine down pat. Most products are too expensive or too time consuming. I make an effort to get my eight hours of beauty sleep every night and so I simply don't have time to have a three-step system for my brows. Since I started using Boy Brow, my brows look amazing every day and it takes a minute or less to get them that way. It is my holy grail brow product and I recommend to everyone." —BenshoffEm
Get it from Glossier for $16 (also available in three colors).
7x magnification, suction-cup base, full 360° swiveling capability, and battery operated (batteries not included).
Promising review: "Yes you can see everything, but I've never been able to tweeze my eyebrows so effectively!! The suction cup is heavy duty. Big enough to do my makeup." —Gabrielle Brugato
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (three styles).
Promising review: "I use this as my travel mirror. I've been inventing it in my head every time I have to put on makeup in a hotel room with my little 10x compact mirror that didn't light up and or stay in position. This one does both! I was a little leery that the light would be too bright or dim, but it's just perfect. I'll never go on a trip without it!" —Debbie Tanis
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (two colors).
This is my coworker's deserted island beauty product! Check out our full review on Supergoop CC Cream here.
Promising review: "I've had serious acne with pocks and this actually covers without looking cakey. Yes, it's thick, but unfortunately for some, it's required to get full coverage. My face feels moisturized and some days, I don't have to follow up with powder. My favorite!" —ClariSATX
Get it from Amazon for $34 (four shades).
Promising review: "Oh you better get these. I have been ill and for the first time in my adult life, I couldn't use my hands right to put on eye makeup. I read reviews and thought I will try these. These are amazing. I put it on yesterday. Smooth, easy application. Goes on just as you see color, not too light like others I've tried. It is still on today from my trip yesterday. We were at my doctor and I was so tired I slept with eye makeup on, not unusual, lol. I mean this stays and color for my brown eyes is great!!!" —girlyjohnnie
Get it from Amazon for $18 (20 colors). Cruelty-free.
Promising review: "So let me start by saying I have used nearly every eyeshadow primer available. From high end to low. Mac, Lorac, Urban Decay... they don't hold a candle to Thank Me Later. I have very oily skin. Using this primer, shadow lasts a full eight hours or more. I could get maybe five or six out of the other brands, if I'm lucky. I got this as a sample in my Ipsy bag, and I had to buy the full-size product straight away! I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Thank you Elizabeth Mott for finally making a primer that lasts! I love this stuff!" —Melissa Mae
Get it from Amazon for $13.06. Paraben- and cruelty-free.
Promising review: "I am in love with this lip liner! I have used it with different lipsticks and it works perfectly! Such a life saver — don't waste your money on a a bunch of liners when you can just have this one!" —shoesNrouge
Get it from Sephora for $10.
Hi, yes hello. That is my face. I love this liner! I now own it in (I think?) five colors and DO match it to some of my lipsticks (regular and liquid) but tbh I often wear it solo, as I'm suggesting here. It's especially great for the summer when heat and humidity make it feel like any and all makeup is sliding off your face (even if it's not thanks to a good setting spray, more on that below). Check out our full review for Sephora Rouge Gel Lip Liner here.
Get it from Sephora for $12 (available in 43 colors).
Promising review: "I have fine lines that makeup used to settle into and accentuate. Using this primer makes that a thing of the past! Great for hiding those pesky pores, too! I only have to use one to two pea-sized pumps to cover my whole face, so it lasts longer than my foundation used to. I don't even use foundation anymore! This is a must-have in my makeup bag from now on." —KittenT
Get it from Amazon for $13.87 or Sephora for $18. Paraben-, sulfate-, phthalate-, and cruelty-free.
Promising review: "For people of colors. As an African American female, this provides beautiful coverage and smooths out little imperfections. Just a CAVEAT: A little goes a long way." —Bella Cieli Vox
Get it from Amazon for $5.97+ (available in six variations, including extra coverage).
Promising review: "Rarely do I post reviews regarding makeup/facial products because in the long run, I'm usually disappointed. Well, I've used this product six times in the roaring heat here in Florida, and let me tell ya...I was, and still am impressed at how flawless my face looked and how well the freshness of my makeup was preserved. I have been having a lot of issues with my skin over the past few years... especially my face, so I've tried so many products there would not be enough space here to tell you of all the epic fails, but it's getting better. Anyway, as far as this facial setting spray goes, If I could give this product 10 stars I would!" —Alyce Dalyce
Get it from Amazon for $7.19. Have dry skin? Check out the dewy finish version.
I use this stuff and LOVE it. It's also a great base for lip stain during winter months. Read our full review of Laneige lip sleeping mask here.
Promising review: "I have had chronically dry lips and have tried practically every lip balm on the market. Most only provided temporary or no relief. I have been using this product for about a month now and wish I had found this years ago!! I regret not taking a before picture but now my lips are smooth and not chapped. My lips do get slightly chapped some days, but now it is much more manageable with chapstick or lip balm. I am now able to wear lipstick, which I was not able to do before due to them always being chapped! I read some people did not like the smell but it a light berry smell in my opinion. It is slightly sticky like lipgloss. Highly recommend trying this if you have chronic chapped lips!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.60 (available in berry or vanilla).
Promising review: "I read several reviews on this product one of the main mistakes is everyone is trying to use this for all kinds of makeup mistakes. I found out right away this pen is best when used as an EYELINER CORRECTION PEN, not for mascara mistakes. I noticed another complaint was trying to start the flow from the pen don't press it against your face use a paper towel. Press down for a couple of seconds that's it your good to go. I love the product." —Amazon Customer
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $10.49.
So really the only thing this can't do is clean your house. This was our mid-price pick for the best makeup removers on BuzzFeed Reviews. And I've used one! For YEARS. It launders really well and is big enough to use for a few days before you have to launder it.
Get it from Amazon for $20. Also check out a three-pack of dupes that work nearly as well and are slightly less gentle for $2.97.
You can be a makeup veteran and still make a total mess! Machine-washable.
Promising review: "Great for the girl on the go who doesn't always get her makeup on before leaving the house or struggles with finding what you want deep in your purse. No more makeup mess on my passenger's seat and it doesn't go flying when I hit the brakes. Not that I would try to put on makeup while driving. Also easy to grab when going on a vacation." —m.panske
Get it from Amazon for $27.25+ (available in 14 color combos).
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