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Just glowing reviews about getting, you guessed it, glowing skin.
Basically both you and your skin will calm down.
Promising review: "I have always had issues with acne/hormonal breakouts. I'm so used to nothing working (other than diet and charcoal soap — no dairy, no sugar) to keeping my face 80% clear that when I tried this, I couldn't believe how wonderful my face felt and how glowing my face was after just two weeks of using this mask, twice a week." —jerake
Get it from Amazon for $14.34.
By the way, this is best when mixed with apple cider vinegar!
Promising review: "I noticed a difference in my skin after using this only twice. The majority of the acne around my nose and around my eyebrows cleared up significantly, many of my dark spots lightened up, and my overall complexion was just glowing. I mix about 2 TBSP of the clay with 2 TBSP of apple cider vinegar and apply the mask after exfoliating with a facial brush and black charcoal soap from Lush. I would highly recommend this product!" —Vanessa Inky
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
To learn more, check out "This Clay Mask Basically Vacuums Out Your Pores, And BRB I'm Going To Bathe In It".
This bb will brighten your eye area to reduce puffiness, treat dullness, and boost your skin with collagen and moisture to *smooth* everything over. AND it's vegan and cruelty-free!
Promising review: "I usually don't write product reviews, but I had to write this one because this product is amazing! I've been using the product for a few months now and there is less discoloration on my skin, my skin is firmer, and even my small fine lines have vanished. Everyone says my skin looks so clear and has a glow. Even the stubborn dark areas under my eyes have lightened and appear tighter." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
Promising review: "I've used the mask a couple times so far and I really do like it. I can mostly tell the next morning after using it, when my skin has a nice glow (which I haven't had in years due to acne). This product is really gentle!" —Jane Freeman
Get it from Amazon for $9.84 (available in four formulas)
Basically you'll be feeding your skin with lots and lots of antioxidants — they're also anti-inflammatory so if you're in need of ~boost~ that also lends soothing agents this is your new BFF.
Promising review: "Wow no kidding, this was a rapid response. I have very dry skin and sometimes I’ll get rashes or dry patches that scale up and turn red. This stuff literally knocked those out over two uses. I also have a natural glow now and don't wear foundation or concealer." —Nick Brown
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
Promising review: "I have fairly 'normal' skin. It definitely gets dry in the winter. The wash doesn't sud, but you still feel so clean afterwards, even in the hot summer months. There's not the tight pulling feeling of dryness — you will be glowing. My skin is dry in the winter, and this leaves me feeling clean, not dry. Love. Love. Love." —Deann K.
Get it from Glossier for $9+ (available in two sizes).
Promising review: "My skin felt amazingly soft after the first use. I exfoliate every two days and it's not only improved my skin's texture, but my overall complexion. My face has a glow to it and the exfoliating helps the dead skin move along faster so my dark spots have faded more quickly." —Victoria
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
For more info, check out "This Black Sugar Strawberry Mask Is Basically Heaven For Your Skin".
Promising review: "I am in LOVE with this facial scrub. I’ve had this for almost two weeks now and I love the way my skin is glowing! I have sensitive skin so I have to really be careful with the products I choose. Even after one use, you start to see a difference. It moisturizes, exfoliates, and leaves your skin smooth. I didn’t even need to apply a moisturizer afterwards! Definitely a must-have!" —Mizza C.
Get it from Amazon for $8.49.
Promising review: "I am one of those people who tend to fall asleep with her makeup on. I know it's a bad move, but I think, 'what the heck, I don't wear much anyways.' That's what I thought until I brought this clear stuff in a bottle. Let me tell you, I will never go to bed with makeup on again. This stuff right here shows you just how much make up is on your face.After using this I now realize the damage I was doing to my face. The other bonus is my skin looks amazing! It's healthy, glowing, and cleaner than my skin has ever looked." —brooklyn095
Get it from Amazon for $6.59.
Check out why a BuzzFeeder's full review in "10 Life-Changing Things To Try In 2017". AND! See why this won best makeup remover in the lowest price category on BuzzFeed Reviews.
How, you say? It's powered by ~snail mucin~ (which, don't worry, is collected in cruelty-free conditions) to address your skin problems (hello, oil and acne), protect it from further damage, and soothe your skin.
Promising review: "I cannot even begin to describe how much I love this line. This product has actually changed my life. My acne is mostly clear and my face is soft! My fiancé has commented on how I look like I'm glowing so many times. Now I can walk out of the house with hardly any makeup at all. I never thought a product could make that big of a change!" —Heph N
Get it from Amazon for $15.89 (available in three formulas).
Promising review: "I love this stuff!! Not only is it great for my dry/combination skin, but it’s easy and quick to apply. I love that it comes in a stick so I can keep it in my bag. It’s very moisturizing without a greasy feel. I wear it under makeup or alone, and when I do wear it alone I get a nice glow that doesn’t doesn’t look like I’m sweating or oily. It also gives a cooling sensation when applied." —Morgan
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
Promising review: "This is the only face wash that works . Its stop breakouts, and feels comfortable and clean. It doesn't scratch up my skin . My skin looks so much better, evenly toned, and it would not be a stretch to say glowing or radiant. Point is I love it and will scream if there comes a time that I cant find it anymore. Do you hear me Alba? Lol." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $7.90.
It features blue beads that help remove excess sebum on skin through exfoliation!
Promising review: "This stuff is life-changing! I have incredibly oily skin that is acne-prone. Although it seems counterintuitive to put oil on my oily skin, it does wonders for keeping my skin clear and refreshed and gives it a healthy glow! I apply two to three drops each night after washing my face and sometimes use it as my moisturizer during the daytime as well." —RC
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
To learn more, check out "This Facial Oil Will Solve All Your Skin’s Problems".
It's not greasy, draws in moisture, and plumps your complexion. AND it's vegan and cruelty-free!
Promising review: "I really don't believe in many beauty products. I've tried soooo many different things, but this stuff is AMAZING. Since I've started using it two to three weeks ago, I haven't had a breakout and my skin tone is better and even. Everyone is telling me I have a 'glow . It was completely worth it and I will be ordering more." —john
Get it from Amazon for $15.95.
Promising review:"I usually go for the creams, moisturizers, and gel cleansers, but I never thought a simple bar of amazing soap could solve my decade old problems. I've had acne since as long as I can remember and I can never quite get all of it to go away at once. With this, I noticed a difference after ONE DAY. I wash my face with it twice a day now and my skin is smoother, brighter, with less spots and blackheads, is less oily (this is magic), and I have a more even skin tone. I don't write reviews unless I actually LOVE something. This is my first Sephora review ever." —Enla
Get it from Sephora for $12.
This bb is vegan and cruelty-free! AND it has SPF 20.
Promising review: " I have the world's most sensitive skin lol and this moisturizer left me moisturizer without the drying, peeling, itching and greasy. It instantly makes me glow, evening my skin tone, plus it smells great!! Don’t be fooled by the size they come, you do not need a lot! Highly recommend." —Jackie
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in two formulas).
It's great for your body, too!
Promising review: The product is awesome! My skin feels like silk. I have diabetes and my skin was so dry, but after just using this product for a few days, my skin is glowing." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.89.
You know what they say, an orange a day keeps the derm away. It's charged with 15% vitamin C, vitamin B5, jojoba oil, and green tea to not only treat breakouts, but prevent them from happening again.
Promising review: "This moisturizer is great for oily, acne prone skin. I have extremely oily skin and this does not make my skin more oily. I have cystic and acne-prone skin and I have found that when I use this moisturizer, it has helped the pimples reduce significantly in size throughout the day. I had two big pimples on my forehead this morning and I applied this moisturizer — it is now almost three hours later and the pimples have significantly reduced. I have gotten compliments from my coworkers on my skin (and I never get compliments). Everyone tells me I have a glow." —Kavita S
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
What are the three options, you say? We've got you covered:
* Charcoal and clay mask (black): Its combo of charcoal and two different types of clay (Amazonian and ghassoul) works best on the chin area to absorb and remove deep oil, blackheads, and acne. It also even skin tones, boosts brightness, and restores a healthy glow post-breakout.
* Kiwi and broccoli extract (green): Its kiwi and broccoli essence combination work best on foreheads to detoxify and moisturize dull, tired skin. The broccoli also increases skin elasticity and helps to shrink pores.
* Jeju spring water and crinum lily extract (pink): Its team of crimum lily (where the mask gets its pink shade) and jeju spring water work best on cheeks to soothe irritated skin, balance breakouts, and hydrate dry complexions.
Promising review: "This definitely brightens up my skin! It used to be so dull and had absolutely no radiance to it, but now I’m glowing! It only take 10 minutes of your day and it’s so worth it to keep up with using twice a week! It’s a clay mask, but doesn’t dry up your skin and it makes it feel super squeaky clean!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three formulas).
It has 2.5% glycolic acid — a cult-favorite ingredient for brightening skin!
Promising review: "I love this product! It's a very gentle exfoliator and leaves your face feeling clean and super smooth! I've been using it for several weeks and feel like my face looks way better than when I was using more expensive products. I was tired of spending what I was for my face wash. I really couldn't be happier with this — my skin is glowing!" —EliGan
Get it form Amazon for $18.99.
Promising review: "Yay! Finally a moisturizer that doesn't cause my sensitive skin to freak out and break out into a million tiny pimples or white heads. I've been searching for a very long time for a moisturizer that didn't leave my skin feeling greasy, oily, or feel like it had heavy makeup on it. I apply this every day to clean, dry skin and as a result I have a fresh and glowing face. FINALLY!" —Katie
Get it from Amazon for $6.49 (available in four formulas).
In the words of Gandalf, acne "SHALL NOT PASS." You can use this as a spot treatment to quickly heal acne, or use it to reduce redness.
Promising review: "This stuff is AWESOME! I started adding just a touch of this to my face moisturizer for clarity and healing acne scars. It not only made my skin softer and glow, it completely stopped ALL of my acne. You won't regret this purchase." —Janet S. Garcia
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four sizes and 62 scents).
Collagen and retinol may be the real reason your skin looks so awake, but I'm sticking with witchcraft.
Promising review: "This is a magical tonic! I have an oily T-zone and acne-prone skin so I wasn’t sure how it would react to this, but I’ve noticed my skin is brighter and feels tighter. I would definitely recommend it!" —Shockra
Get it from Target for $15+ (available in two sizes).
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Promising review: "This product is absolutely amazing! I purchased it to help my skin glow. Not only did I get bright and glowing skin, but most of my acne went away in literally one use. I do have to mention that I don't have cystic acne, more like small bumps and some filled with a little sebum. I would recommend doing this process at night." —Anandah
Get a set of 16 from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two combinations).
For more info, check out "Do Your Face A Favor And Buy These Gentle And Inexpensive Face Masks Pronto".
Shall we break down what each oil does? Btw these are all vegan and cruelty-free!
Promising review: "First off I have to say I've always been a fan of Acure products. I used this last night and this morning my face is so soft and glowing. I suffer from severe dry skin on my chin and it's constantly bothering me. This is the first product I've found that actually seems to heal the skin and moisturize it enough. I can't believe after just one use I can see a huge difference!" —Iris V. Cheek
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six formulas).
They're great for sensitive skin!
Promising review: "YESSS to beautiful glowing skin!! I got these a month ago and I never review anything the second I get it, because I simply don’t leave fake reviews. I have been using these little gifts from heaven for the past month when it comes to exfoliating and cleansing my face. My pores are nearly non-existent after using this product every day during showers. These things are great! My skin is sensitive, so it’s the perfect amount of pressure for exfoliation." —Leah
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $8.99.
It'll also restore your skin's pH balance and absorb excess oil. It's everything you want your toner to do, except now you can use it WHEREVER. Plus it's organic and suitable for sensitive skin!
Promising review: "I have very acne-prone and sensitive skin that is pale with pink and red undertones. I have used EVERYTHING under the sun to aid in redness and sensitivity, and nothing has worked to calm flair ups like this. I wake up and my skin is glowing and peachy pale, as opposed to red and blotchy. This rose water has not only improved my skin's redness and overall tone, but it has virtually eliminated any signs on acne. I also find myself spritzing at various times of the day, because the fragrance is so pleasant." —Kathy Pancake
Get it from Amazon for $10.88+ (available in two sizes).
See what won best toners on BuzzFeed Reviews.
Promising review: "This by far is the best skincare-grade vitamin C I have used. My skin has a great natural glow. My skin tone is even and the fine lines around my corner of the eye area are less noticeable. This product come well-packaged and as a lovely light citrus smell. I use it morning and night with no sensitivities. I love this product and will definitely repurchase it." —Carmen
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
Plus it's gentle enough to use twice a day! It specifically works to target and control oil, and then treat blackheads and breakouts so your skin is left clear, clear, and clear.
Promising review: "Let me start by saying I have struggled with cystic acne for 10 years. I have seen countless doctors and tried everything, including spending thousands of dollars on skincare and medicine. This was recommended to my by my dermatologist and it has COMPLETELY HEALED MY SKIN. It has been about a year now and my skin is glowing and beautiful. Yes I get an occasional hormonal breakout but I never thought my skin would actually be clear and healthy! Give it a try, be patient, be diligent in using the products, and do ALL the steps. Cleanse, tone, treat, moisture, etc. I’ve never been happier and I still can’t believe the incredible success I’ve had." —Jennifer Mueller
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
The coconut extract moisturizes while the coffee helps stimulate blood circulation, which reduces inflammation and tightens skin.
Promising review: "I have to stop myself from using this product too much! It’s so great. It really scrubs and exfoliates my face and does a great job of not leaving it too dry. I am glowing when I use this stick. Rey easy and convenient to roll into your face." —karmacola300
Get it from Amazon for $5.93 (available in two formulas).
I suppose you can say it lets you see breakouts through rose-colored glasses.
Promising review: "This is my favorite face wash I have EVER used. After just one use, it made my skin feel so good, and it leaves your face feeling really soft. It also smells super good and makes your skin glow. This cleanser is also a good size, so it should last you awhile." —Ashley Janovich
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
Promising review: "I usually don’t take the time to review products, but this mask was amazing. It left my skin smooth, soft, glowing, and free from redness. I would definitely use this product again and I will recommend it to anyone who is looking to improve their skin!" —Jasmine69
Get it from Free People for $2.50.
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