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1. An Essence marcara that will help you instantly look more awake even though you woke up 10 minutes before you rushed out of the house. It separates your lashes and gives you allll the length and volume WITHOUT the clumps and globs. It's a fan fave for a reason!
I use this myself and let me tell you, as someone who is very picky with mascaras, this has become my all-time favorite. It's also vegan and cruelty-free!
Promising review: "I love this mascara! My lashes are pretty straight naturally. Average length, but this mascara made them appear so much longer! I curled my lashes, used only the mascara, no eyeshadow or liner. This mascara freshened up my eyes without all the makeup. 30 seconds of application and out the door! I use a baby wipe to remove and it comes right off." —BobbySweets
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
2. A touch-up razor and dermaplaning tool you'll need next time you want to quickly shape your brows or remove any of those other fine facial hairs that you just don't have the time or patience to pluck out one by one. Have no fear — it's super gentle and painless!
It comes with a precision cover to help you shape your brows to the exact shape you want. Or leave them just how they are. Remember, removing facial hair (or any hair) is optional, not necessary!
Promising review: "Plucking the more egregious of my thick black hairs is at least a 2–3x/week effort. I opened these rather hesitantly — I mean, they are sharp blades going on your face — took a sip of Prosecco for courage, washed my face and started shaving. I could not believe how easy and quick it was. After a couple of swipes down my cheek, I noticed that it was done. I thought it was going to take a lot more skill and time. First complete face shave (full cheeks, upper lip, lower lip, jawline) over and done with in less than three minutes with outstanding results. So much easier than tweezers and depilatories!! Wow." —Tara D.
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $5.94 (also available in a pack of nine).
3. A hydrating eye stick that has a cooling formula to help de-puff the area around your eyes and reduce dark circles so no one at the office starts asking you why you look like a Tim Burton character.
It also helps tighten eye wrinkles if you'd prefer for them not to be as noticeable. And here's a tip! It reduces puffiness faster if used after refrigeration.
Promising review: "This is definitely a miracle product. I was impressed that it worked so well, so fast, and so instantly. The packaging is silly but whimsical; I enjoy it. This is the last thing I apply before walking out the door. First day I used it, I put it on and got in my car — I looked in the rear view mirror and my heart jumped. My eyes had de-puffed on my walk down the front path!!! So impressive. It's not hydrating, it’s more tightening/brightening. If you have dry under eyes, use a creamy hydrating eye cream first, and apply this over it — problem solved. You don’t get much product, but you don’t need to use much either, and it’s not like it’s expensive. Definitely worth it if a product actually DOES what it claims it’ll do!!! Buy it!" —Joseph S.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a collagen eye stick).
4. Or a delightfully versatile (and recyclable!) matcha-infused moisture stick — even reviewers with sensitive skin swear by it. It's infused with organic matcha tea powder and coconut oil to help you with everything from hydrating dry lips and skin to reducing dark circles and puffiness.
Check out a TikTok of the matcha stick in action. Cocokind is a San Francisco-based, woman-founded small business that specializes in botanical-forward skincare with an emphasis on both physical and mental health.
Promising review: "This is my first time using the MyMatcha stick and I looovvveee it! I have it on me pretty much all the time so I can dab a little bit on my dry spots as I need to. It softens up my dry areas and even decreases the swelling of my acne! I've used it as a moisture stick, an acne anti-inflammatory, and even a fly-away tamer. It's a great multitasking product." —alizza d.
5. And a cult-fave Maybelline multiuse concealer with a cushion applicator that makes it easy for you to conceal any blemishes or dark circles before you head out for another day of making the world believe you totally did not stay up binge-watching your latest Netflix obsession.
I've spent years hunting down the perfect concealer, and this one has been the BEST at brightening my under-eye bags after a sleepless night and disguising the blemishes from my latest breakout. This concealer is also vegan. Just a reminder though — blemishes are totally normal.
Promising review: "My skin is pretty light anyways so I generally use this as a concealer along with the brightening effects. I find that the applicator helps it go on smoothly and I think it also helps it not feel so cakey. I needed a quick touch-up before heading out so applied a bit more of this brightener under my eyes. It made my eyes look less puffy and I felt like the consistency of the product was amazing." —cgreen
Get it from Amazon for $7.60+ (available in 18 shades).
6. A volcanic stone face roller because it works like magic to eliminate excess oil and mattify your skin as you roll it around your face. As someone with skin that's always making me look like a glazed donut, I appreciate this wonderful little tool.
As one of the more oily-skinned girlies, I also bring this with me everywhere for on-the-go touch ups. It's reusable, washable, and won't remove that gorgeous face of makeup. See it in action on TikTok here!
Promising review: "I really like this product, it helps for when I'm in a pinch and need to get rid of the oil on my face but cant wash my face because of makeup or something. It also keeps my makeup decently intact, I just have to touch it up only a little bit after I roll this over it." —Hannah
Get it from Amazon for $7.33 (also available as a rose quartz roller).
7. A super popular pack of pimple patches (try saying that five times) that you can stick onto your pimple and have it camouflaged into your skin all day as the patch pulls all the gunk out of it. Whether they're hidden or not, everyone gets pimples!
This is a product I ALWAYS have in my bathroom cabinet. It blends so seamlessly into my skin, I often forget I have it on. Plus, peeling it off at the end is sooo satisfying.
Promising review: "These discrete hydrocolloid acne stickers work like magic. One of the standout features of these acne stickers is their discreet design. They blend seamlessly with the skin, creating an invisible barrier that protects and heals blemishes. They are easy to apply and adhere securely to the skin, allowing for hassle-free and mess-free usage. Their thin and flexible nature ensures comfort throughout the day, so I can go about my activities with confidence. Bid farewell to blemishes and embrace clearer, healthier skin with these invisible heroes by your side." —Gabby Tess
Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $11.97.
8. A cuticle oil infused with jojoba oil and vitamin E to help strengthen your nails and soften your cuticles. Perfect for when you're headed out the door for brunch and you notice your nails are looking a little too rough for those mimosa IG Stories that will be posted later.
Promising review: "I normally do not write reviews but this product did the job, wow! It literally erased my dry cuticles, instantly leaving me healthy moist-looking nails! Love it and it’s so easy to apply and doesn’t leave any extra oil or residue. Love!" —Diana Apanovich
Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in three sizes).
9. A set of durable matte hair clips — if your hair's a little too greasy to get creative with your 'do, hold it back with one of these. You'll be using these comfy little beauties so much, you'll probably have one on your dresser, in your bag, in your car, and under your bed. (How did that get there?)
Promising review: "I will admit I bought these from seeing them on TikTok and I needed new clips for my thick hair. I am not disappointed and beyond glad I got them. The colors are gorgeous and they stay put without hurting my head. I'm very impressed." —Jessica
Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two color varieties).
10. Or a set of hair spin pins that claim to do the work of 20 bobby pins and help you create a quick and easy updo for those busy mornings when you're on your way out and just need your hair OUT of your face.
To use, just gather your hair and twist it into a tight bun (no hair tie needed!), tuck in the ends, and spin the pins into the edges of your bun.
Promising review: "When even a ponytail won't do and a hat isn't socially acceptable, pull out the spin pins. These are easy to carry in your purse for emergency hair days. They twist together/around each other so they stay kind of bundled together, and I keep them with several regular bobby pins to keep stray hairs tucked together. I find the minis are far more comfortable to wear as well as easier to get in the hair. You will still need a few pins to secure some random loose hairs if a PERFECT bun is your goal. But if you are like me and most days you just need your hair out of your face and off your neck-these are excellent since the bun stays put. Works beautifully under scrub caps as well." —Blondiechick
Get them on Amazon for $6.89+ (available in two colors/quantities).
11. Dr. Jart+'s Mini Cicapair Tiger Grass Color-Correcting Treatment, which reduces redness, smooths uneven texture, *and* protects your skin with SPF 30 — a triple threat!
Promising review: "The hype is to be believed. I discovered this product from @BauerBeauty on TikTok. I loved how she showed the application and the payoff, which is reduced redness. I have rosacea with a lot of redness around my nose and outside the corners of my mouth. This reduces the redness without having to use foundation." —DJJJJ
Check out BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly's full review of Dr. Jart's Cicapair Tiger Grass Color-Correcting Treatment for more deets!
Get a mini from Sephora for $25.
12. A Milani 3-in-1 setting spray that claims to prime and set your makeup for up to 16 hours and help reduce the look of blemishes. This is great for those busy days when you barely have a moment to breathe, let alone for a touch up!
The reviewer in the first picture shown above claims to have very oily skin and says that instead of their skin looking greasy at the end of a long day working in the service industry, it just has a nice glow. The reviewer in the second picture also claims to have oily skin and says their makeup stays matte and on their face all day!
Milani is vegan and cruelty-free.
Promising review: "This is the only setting spray I use and I never have to touch up my makeup. Even when it's hot out or I have gotten a little rain on my face. It has a nice matte finish and helps keep my oily skin under control. Lasts for hours and a little goes a long way." —Laura Herbst
Get it from Amazon for $8.15+ (available in four finishes and in sets of one and two).
13. A L'Oreal glow-enhancing lotion to achieve a summery sun-kissed look enhanced by that natural glow of yours. It's a lotion, glowy foundation base, and highlighter all in one bottle. Oh, and it has over 24,000 5-star ratings!
Wear it alone or as a base for your makeup! The shea butter in it also gives it a hydrating factor. Check out this TikTok to see how it looks being applied!
Promising review: "I’m obsessed with this product. I have fair skin but I use the deep shade anyway and it makes me look like I have a glowing tan. I get compliments every time I wear it. It is sparkly but subtle. If you don’t have time for a full face of makeup, this really pulls it together with just this one product — the sparkle adds a highlight effect and the tone warms up my complexion. Of course you can wear it as part of full makeup too. I will never go without this product again! Please make it forever!" —Elana
Get it from Amazon for $13.49 (available in four shades).
14. A Not Your Mother's dry shampoo made of natural rice and barley starches that instantly help refresh your hair without that annoying white residue if washing your hair just wasn't in the cards today. Or if you just want to give your hair that extra life and volume!
It's safe for all hair types, including natural and color-treated hair. Plus! It leaves your hair smelling like toasted coconut.
Promising reviews: "Love this item. Only dry shampoo I’ve tried that can extend my wash by two days! Also makes my hair look fuller. I just need a few sprays in the top and brush out to ends." —Boymama14
"This stuff is gold in a can — it gives me IMMEDIATE and VERY drastic results. It also smells incredible — way better than any other brand i've tried. I honestly can not think of any cons. I am not a review writer, but this stuff deserves one for sure. If you are prone to oil, definitely buy it! Worth every penny." —mabelson
Get it from Target for $7.29 or get a three-pack from Amazon for $18.41.
15. A set of spiral hair ties because they'll become your new go-to's for those mornings when you don't even have time to give your hair a quick brush-through. They stretch easily to work for all hair types and hold your hair back securely yet gently, because the best ponytails are the ones that you don't get a headache from and don't leave marks in your hair.
Promising review: "These are exactly what I was looking for! I have thick, course, curly hair. Most elastic bands don't wind around my ponytail enough. I was concerned at how small these look and was skeptical whether they would hold my hair. They do! They are stretch more than I expected and don't feel like they're going to break. Also, they don't get stuck or tangle hair. They are easy to remove. What's also great about these is if they feel a little 'stretched out' you can shrink them with hot air from a blowdryer and they maintain their durability! Amazed! I would definitely recommend for all hair types!" —Lisa
Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.20+ (available in five colors sets).
16. Live Tinted's Huestick Corrector, aka a beauty arsenal all-star. This baby is a 4-in-1 eye, lip, and cheek multistick that can be used as a buildable blush or lip color *and* helps neutralize dark spots and circles to help even out your skin tone. Check, check, and check!
Live Tinted is a small woman-owned business founded by entrepreneur Deepica Mutyala that specializes in clean, vegan, cruelty-free beauty products for all skin tones.
Check it out on TikTok.
Promising reviews: "I'll admit, I was totally skeptical of these Huesticks. I am 34-years-old, of Sri Lankan descent (medium to deep tan skin) and I've NEVER been good at makeup. I was excited to try these Huesticks, made by and vouched for by a fellow South Asian, but was worried it would look like I was ACTUALLY wearing makeup. I was pleasantly surprised after using Rise under my eyes and around my mouth, blending with a BeautyBlender and then using my same amount of cc cream and powder foundation. You really still can't tell I'm wearing makeup. I even asked my BF if he could see the orange 'glow' under my eyes before I put on the cc cream and he couldn't see it! It really was color correcting!" —Reviewer
Get it from Ulta for $26 (available in six shades).
17. A leave-in hair conditioner made of vitamins and fine castor oil to help seal split ends and reduce breakage. Run it through your hair after your shower and put off that haircut you desperately need for another couple of weeks.
Promising review: "I’ll be honest, I’ve only used this once, but I’m in love! I am beyond overdue for a color/trim. After my first time using this, it seriously looked like I had just trimmed my hair! Smells so good, hair feels so soft. I need to stock up on this stuff!" —Jayrob
Get it from Amazon for $6.84.
18. A Remington dry razor if you're someone who prefers not to let your body hair roam free. With a three-blade shaver and an angled head, this little razor is perfect for those surprise, "Pool day! Be ready in five!" texts. Use it for shaving off underarm hairs that are too short for a regular razor or for a touch up to the bikini line!
Or just let that bodily hair see the light — up to you!
Promising review: "After burning through a couple of small shavers that used rechargeable lithium batteries that couldn't be changed and quickly gave out, I decided the heck with it and searched for a shaver that used regular batteries. I live near the beach and have to shave my legs often. Of course a manual hand razor gives a smoother shave, but this little hand held shaver can be used in a pinch and for touch ups. I'm very happy with it. The price is right and it gives an acceptable shave with no pulling or nicking." —Mary
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
19. Or a hair repair serum with argan oil, aloe vera, and vitamin E that helps instantly condition and hydrate your hair so that you can walk out with a little extra shine.
It is recommended that you use it on your hair right after the shower, but reviewers say it looks good when you use it on either wet or dry hair when you want to skip the styling process!
Promising review: "My hair tends to frizz up if I let it air dry and mostly results in an unruly, tangled look. I had read BuzzFeed articles about this product and decided to give it a shot. At first, I was skeptical and worried that it would make my hair sticky and finished look would be greasy. But with this serum, you see an instant beautiful, soft, shiny, untangled mane. It is lightweight and smells so good that you would want to use it everyday. It works wonders on air dried as well as heat styles hair. And it is easy to use. Would 100% recommend to all frizzy haired gals out there!" —SauSatam
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in sets of two and four).
20. A Nooni tinted appleberry lip oil — perfect for adding a quick pop of color to your lips! It's made with soothing apple water to help moisturize and soften your lips without giving you that icky sticky finish. It also gives your lips a lovely, natural-looking flush.
This lip oil is vegan, cruelty-free, and has no parabens, sulfates, or phthalates.
I have been using this lip oil for two months and don't go anywhere without it. It's sooo moisturizing and leaves such a lovely, subtle tint. When my lips are feeling a little dry, I can apply this to add relieving moisture *and* some lively color to my lips. I also love that the brand has various options for different preferences!
Promising review: "I love K-beauty and this is one of my favorite lip oils. It makes my lips softer and looking like cherry plump. Plus, this shade acts as a lip tint, and I like how long it stays on my lips. As first, I thought that the bottle seems small but after applying 2-3 times/day for a month I still have a lot left to use. It moisturizes your lips and leaves a red tint on your lips, and it's lasted very long!" —Nhu
Get it from Amazon for $8.64+ (available in ten colors, two sizes, and in sets).
21. A NYX instant brow styler for those days when your brows have a mind of their own and refuse to cooperate. Its precise applicator makes it easy for you to brush across your brows and it claims to hold them in place for 16 hours with no flakiness or that icky white residue!
NYX is a cruelty-free brand. If you want something that focuses a little more on pigment, this is one of my personal faves too!
Promising review: "I bought this on a whim to try to get my newly curling dark brown brows under control. Many other 'clear' products I’ve tried leave a white residue. I’d been using the brown Patrick Ta Major Brow which works and is fine, but it’s expensive and takes a little longer to prepare and apply. This Nyx product is so fast and easy — swipe and go, leaves virtually no residue, keeps the brows laying straight, and is a fraction of the cost of many Sephora products I’ve tried." —E Morris
Get it from Amazon for $7.29+ (available in five shades).
22. A hydrating rosemary mint strengthening edge gel that'll help you achieve a quick, sleek look without the flaking and residue. It's infused with biotin that encourages hair growth and helps support shiny, healthy edges.
Apply the gel to edges and smooth with fingertips or with a brush for a specific hold. Or! Just rock your edges' natural texture. Check out this article on why laying your edges is never mandatory.
Mielle Organics is a Black-founded small business that got acquired by P&G Beauty but is operating as an independent subsidiary and continues to be led by its founding members Monique Rodriguez (CEO) and Melvin Rodriguez (COO).
Promising review: "I like the light consistency of this edge control. It doesn’t take much and did the job I was looking for it to do. I didn’t have any issues with flaking or dryness. My hair texture is different since it's been growing back since chemotherapy so honestly it doesn't take much for it." —FitSisterP
Get it from Amazon for $6.98.
23. Or a hair finishing stick, which is enriched with natural plant ingredients that help you neatly tuck away those flyaway hairs that have you looking like Doc Brown from Back to the Future. This is a great quick fix if you're someone with hair breakage or have just had a hectic morning.
Its mascara-like design lets you simply brush the applicator along your hairs to help slick them back. If you want to try a wax stick, this is a great option too!
Promising review: "Absolutely love this product. I have to have my hair up often for work and this stuff makes it SO easy to clean it up and keep my baby hairs and frizz at bay in seconds. Literally just keep it in my bag and might need like one touch up in an 8-hour day. Just be careful about using too much! It will harden up if you apply tooo much but otherwise it felt very soft and comfortable for me." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $5.59.
24. An organic mist toner made with rosewater that helps maintain your skin's pH balance and reduce redness and irritation as well as sun damage and dark spots. Plus it smells amazing and refreshes your face with a radiant glow.
Simplified Skin is a cruelty-free brand and a small, family-owned business based in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Promising review: "This is the second time I have ordered this and will keep on ordering it! The scent is light and it feels so refreshing when I spray it on every morning! No irritation to the skin and it is the extra kick of moisture my skin desperately needed. I have used it on my hair a couple of times only and, again, the light scent really peps me up and it helps my hair have a subtle shine to it. I highly recommend this product!" —Loretta Arenas
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two sizes).
25. Eyeshadow color removal sponges for anyone whose nickname should be the "White Rabbit," because you're always running late. This lets you use your go-to eye brush for your whole eye shadow routine by instantly cleaning off even your darkest shades.
Here's what BuzzFeeder Jenae Sitzes has to say about it: "I picked up this color removal sponge from Amazon after hearing about this hack on TikTok and can testify that it actually works SO well. I'm *so* bad about cleaning my brushes (I know...shameful) and this makes it super easy to clean a brush in a matter of seconds. So even if I'm trying to do a *slightly* more elaborate eyeshadow look for the day, this makes the process of switching colors as quick and painless as possible. Also, it's *super* lightweight, and I've already tossed it in my bag and brought it on vacation with me. This is one of those products I won't be traveling without in the future if I plan on doing eyeshadow at any point — and it means you only need to pack one or two eyeshadow brushes!"
Promising review: "This product makes it even easier for me to be lazy when it comes to cleaning my brushes. It also allows me to use the same brush for a makeup look since I can swish away a previous shadow and move on to the next. Great buy. Super easy to wash. I'm not going anywhere anytime soon, but when I do finally travel again, I'm sure this will be excellent to travel with and make it so that I only need to bring one or two brushes." —Azaleah Bumpus-Barnett
Get two from Amazon for $8.99 (also available as a pack of four).
26. A smudge-proof eyeliner stamp so that the nemesis of your makeup routine is no longer such a hard step. Say goodbye to wasting all your cotton balls (and all the minutes you could've used to pick up your fave morning coffee) on failed attempts at a flawless eyeliner flick. This stamp will do it for you!
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: "Best eyeliner ever! This item was a 'TikTok made me buy it' LOL but overall, I am truly happy with this purchase. Thank you! Your product is truly amazing!" —Samantha Lopez
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.98 (available in four styles).
27. A natural curl-enhancing moisturizer complete with black castor oil, agave, and biotin that helps increase your hair's shine and softness. Apply it right after the shower or, if you're forgetful like me, right as you're about to walk out the door.
TGIN is a Black woman-owned small business based in Chicago and led by a team that is 96% women.
Promising review: "I’m still trying this out, but so far... this product is AMAZING!!! I love it so much!! I have 4a/b dense low porosity hair. My hair also dries out FAST, and ends up looking dull, lifeless, and even stiff 😩. The moment I used this product, (fresh out of the shower when the hair is kinda dewy) this stuff gave my hair LIFE baby! It was curly and bouncy, and I had to keep checking the mirror to see WHOSE HAIR IS THIS?! She had moisture and wasn’t drying out.🧐 The smell is nice without smelling perfume-y and it has a nice consistency that makes you feel like you’re getting your money’s worth. These curls came out of time out and got themselves together! I love to see natural products be this good!" —Luv2shop
Get it from Amazon for $8.57.
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