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1. An oil-free, microfine Urban Decay makeup setting spray that'll have your makeup looking as perfect at the end of the day as it did when you applied it that morning, even when it's 90 degrees out. It takes only seconds to apply, and you won't have to waste time throughout the day making constant touch-ups, or worrying that your makeup is sliding off your face in the heat.
It promises to extend makeup wear to 16 hours, though reviewers say it works for even longer — and lasts through sleep, sobbing, swimming, and more.
Check it out on TikTok!
Promising review: "I fell face first into ocean water, and my makeup still looked amazing. Literally expected my makeup to be completely gone by the time I got to my car because of how completely soaked I was. NOPE! And I still got my makeup complimented after! Lives up to the hype! Ocean: 0, Urban Decay Finishing Spray: 1." —Darlyn
Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in two sizes).
2. Cult-fave, ~multi-talented~ Mario Badescu Facial Spray for rejuvenating tired, dehydrated skin and refreshing makeup with little to no effort. You can even use it for your hair when it needs some quick moisture!
Take a look on TikTok.
Try storing it in the fridge for an extra pick-me-up on hot days — it's a game changer!
Promising review: "I'm a professional makeup artist, and I couldn't LIVE without this stuff. My clients love it, too. It smells amazing, gives your skin a nice glow, reduces redness, and can even set or refreshen your makeup! Awesome, awesome stuff." —Amazon Customer
Check out this BuzzFeeder's Mario Badescu Facial Spray deep dive for more info!
Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in two sizes and various packs).
3. The TikTok-famous Essence Lash Princess mascara that gives truly dramatic length without clumping or flaking. It's cruelty-free, has over *200,000* 5-star ratings, and is less than $5. Perfect for a low-effort, high-impact summer eye.
Check it out on TikTok.
Promising review: "I am a makeup artist. This mascara outperforms nearly every other mascara I have used, and I am 55 and have purchased and used an innumerable amount of drugstore and specialty mascaras. All the high priced ones are SUPPOSED to do what this very quiet, low marketed very black mascara does; coats every lash, thickens, and lengthens every time and for this price?!?! Sssshhh, don't tell anyone, lol." —Laura Price
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
And check out our full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review for more details.
4. A lip-plumping gloss set to make your lips so luscious and full this summer, you'll feel like you got fillers — for a literal fraction of the price, without actually injecting anything into your bod, and with basically no work on your part.
You'll get one lip plumper and one minty sleeping mask for your lips.
Promising reviews: "I was recommended this product off TikTok and I had to give it a try. Within a few seconds there was a subtle tingling that lasted for a few minutes but as it occurred the plumping started to happen! It made a noticeable difference and gave me my lips the impression I had filler! I'm obsessed!!" —Amazon Customer
"I love this duo!!! I am a makeup artist so I've tried almost every lip plumper on the market! This is a great value since you get two different products for lower than the cost of one tube by other brands. Keeps my lips hydrated as I live in dry Arizona. I'm so excited I came across this!" —Mandy Burden
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
5. A pack of reusable and DEEPLY satisfying exfoliating washcloths for scrubbing dead skin and leftover sunscreen off your body in seconds, revealing the ~baby-soft~ skin underneath. TikTokers attest: This product does not come to play.
Plus, you can scrub your body while your shampoo or conditioner soaks in and does its thing, making it a multitasking fave.
I use these about once a week, and they are *chef's kiss*. Stay in the shower or bath for five or 10 minutes with moderately hot water before using, which will soften up your skin so that when you start scrubbing; dead skin will basically roll straight off your body. Your skin will look and feel as good as new after, and SUPER soft. One of my favorite shower products, and worth every penny.
Promising reviews: "I stumbled upon these from watching a TikTok and I’m so glad I did! Definitely look into how to use them before you start so you do it efficiently and find what works best for you. I use them after being in a hot shower for at least five minutes then I start with long strokes in one direction. These got lots of gunk off my body and left my skin feeling so soft and smooth!" —Mariah C.
"Okay, these things are AWESOME! I watched a TikTok about this gal using them and I figured why not try them. They weren’t expensive and I spend $5 on useless crap all the time. This, my friends, is NOT useless crap. This gets so much gunk off my body it’s disgusting. How can I have so much dead skin on my body!? I don’t know, but this gets it all off and leaves my skin so soft! Just throw some baby oil on your skin after using it and you are good to go!" —Emilee Brinker
Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $8.70.
6. An eyelash curler (with over 9,000 5-star ratings) for getting the extra mile out of your mascara and upgrading your eye look by spending just a few seconds on each eye. It's designed to gently curl your lashes without pinching skin, literally: The company reports it ran hundreds of experiments before deciding on this curler model because it fits most human eyes without pinching.
See it in action on TikTok.
The curler has soft silicone pads that enhance your ability to shape your lashes with minimal pressure so it is easier on lashes. It comes with five extra replacement silicone pads and can be used on both top and bottom lashes!
To curl, clean lashes, look downwards, place lashes in eyelash holder, and lightly press down on curler for several seconds. For best usage, curl your lashes before applying mascara as this will prevent the curler from sticking to the mascara.
Promising review: "I have long, full, but straight lashes. Nothing has worked. They just won't hold a curl. I have no idea what is different about this item, but my lashes look great! Gets all the lashes from outer to inner in one easy–squeezy. I FINALLY have found something that holds the curl ALL DAY! 100% recommend!!!" —Tangie4242
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
If you are an eyelash curler ~devotee,~ check out this highly rated mini travel curler, too.
7. A 50-pack of compressed facial sponges for deep pore cleansing, makeup removal, and gentle exfoliation that TikTokers *and myself* love. An extra 10 seconds cleansing with these will help prevent breakouts from pores clogged by sunscreen — saving you from spending time applying spot products later, not to mention time putting on makeup to cover up blemishes.
They're made out of 100% natural cellulose: Sensitive skin, rejoice!
I ADORE these. My skin feels noticeably softer after using them and I can tell they clean my pores well because I'm breaking out less. Who knew that facial sponges were the skincare hack I've been searching for??? They make me look forward to washing my face, which is truly nothing short of a miracle.
Promising reviews: "OMG silly to be excited about a facial sponge but I love them. Saw them on TikTok. Wafer thin but plump up to 1/4 inch when wet. Just the right size for washing face. Gentle. Reusable. Use after face wipe or just with facial cleanser." —Janet
"I’m prone to dry skin so exfoliating is super important to me, but my skin is pale and delicate so anything too rough will leave me with redness and irritation. I’m also obsessed with skincare so I’m really picky about my tools and products. These are my new favorite sponges! I’m going to give them to all my friends because everyone needs them!! I’m so in love with these. The texture is soft but not too soft — after washing then exfoliating with a scrub using this sponge, my skin felt invigorated, soft, and clean. So pleasantly surprised because I’ve never tried this type of sponge and I don’t think I’ll ever use anything else ever again. Once you add water they become spongy and are soft but just the right texture to clean deep into my pores without the harshness of more textured sponges." —RejuveKate
Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $7.98 (available in four colors).
8. A pack of multipurpose dermaplaning razors to shape eyebrows and quickly remove peach fuzz on cheeks and the upper lip area so you don't have to spend the whole afternoon styling your brows (or blocking off hours for an appointment to wax your face). It'll also help make sure your foundation and blush applies *extra* smoothly.
Promising reviews: "I saw these on TikTok and was skeptical but they work so well. I use them for any facial peach fuzz and to shape my eyebrows and they're perfect." —Megan Kopicko
"I'm a makeup artist and kept hearing from others about how face shaving (derma-planing) makes makeup look better and makes skin glowy, and decided why not, let's try it! And I'm so impressed! I wish I had a picture of how much white peach fuzz came off in small strokes as I was using this! I loved it as an eyebrow tool, too. It's important to properly cleanse before using as you will be opening up your pores in the process for exfoliating, some of the reviews said they broke out and I imagine it's because they didn't properly cleanse. From research, they recommend not wearing makeup the day you use this and applying moisturizer after. I dipped the blade in rubbing alcohol to sanitize after using, too. I don't know how some reviews said they cut theirselves with this tool, I was nervous to try this because of those reviews but honestly no. Hold the tool at a 45 degree angle, make small strokes downward and hold the skin taut on the area you are shaving, and you'll be fine. Give it a try!" —dl
Get a three-count from Amazon for $5.94 (also available as a pack of nine).
9. A vegan Maybelline Dark Circles treatment concealer so you can hide the evidence of all-weekend summer rendezvous (or all-nighters of The Ultimatum) and show up to work on Monday looking like a ~totally normal and rested human~ at work. You won't have to layer on color-correcting products, concealers, and powders to cover dark circles and spots — this is the only thing you'll need, and it wears for up to 12 hours.
It has an antimicrobial cushion applicator so you can dispense concealer and immediately apply it without a mess.
Promising reviews: "I heard this product was the absolute best on TikTok. And trust me, they were not lying. It has really good coverage and hides my 'raccoon eyes.' And the best part is that a little bit goes a long way." —Liela Lee
"As a makeup artist using everything under the sun product-wise, I am extremely impressed by this concealer! I use this personally on myself and don't even have to touch the product with my fingers! Blends like a dream and is very light, does not cake in the creases AT ALL, and wears all day perfectly. Totally recommend this to everyone!" —Bioya Shopper
Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in 15 shades).
10. A multi-use luminous cream blush for cheeks, lips, and eyelids inspired by the colors of the Santa Monica sunset and made with skin-loving ingredients like green tea and aloe vera. Creamy and pigmented yet buildable, its shades will make you look — and feel — like you were kissed by the sun, perfect for a dreamy, easy summer look.
Take a look on TikTok.
I'm obsessed with these these blushes. They're the whole package: beautifully glow-y, pigmented, and creamy, yet so buildable that it's basically impossible to mess up applying them. They've made me lose interest in all the other blushes I own lol — they're just phenomenal, and I really think no collection is complete without at least one.
Tower 28 is an Asian woman-owned business that makes products designed for sensitive skin. Their products are free of any sensitivity-causing ingredients, and are vegan and cruelty-free.
Get it from Amazon for $19 or from Sephora or Tower 28 for $20 (available in up to seven shades).
11. A popular, non-aerosol dry shampoo powder with black ginseng and biotin if your roots get oily FAST in sweaty heat. It helps quickly soak up grease and refresh hair, without toxic ingredients like benzene. 💪 Plus, it's super easy to apply — all you gotta do is pat it on.
Check it out on TikTok.
Promising review: "Best dry shampoo ever. I have been literally obsessed with finding the perfect affordable dry shampoo. I have tried plenty of sprays, none of them really do the job. I happened upon this product. Let me tell you…changed my world. I washed Wednesday. Used it Thursday, Friday and was blown away. My hair wasn’t greasy. The powder gives your hair a texture so you can get some good lift if you want. Also, I could have gone a third day no wash if I wanted. I am 100% percent happy with this." —Kristina Boddie
Get it from Amazon for $16 (also available in packs of two and three).
12. An antioxidant-rich Supergoop broad-spectrum SPF 40 sunscreen, which goes on completely clear and doubles as a makeup primer, so it's perfect for all skin tones and plays *really* nicely with makeup, leaving skin velvety soft and poreless. Plus, it protects your skin from the blue light emitted by tech devices.
Take a look on TikTok.
This sunscreen is my holy grail, full stop. I love how smooth it leaves my skin, and it applies practically invisible. This is one of those products I've purchased again and again and again. And since I love applying it, it actually makes me wear sunscreen more — which is the real win.
Promising review: "This is the most luxurious sunscreen I've ever used. It feels so nice on, it makes my skin feel so soft and I think it blurs my pores! It doesn't leave a white cast and it won't cause any other skincare to pill. I let my mother use some and she was blown away by the quality of this sunscreen too! If you aren't sure if you want to buy this, at least buy the mini version just to try it, although you'll probably end up purchasing the full size immediately after you try it! It's that good! You won't regret it!" —SoTru
Get it from Amazon for $18+ or from Sephora for $22+ (available in up to three sizes).
13. A smudge-proof eyeliner stamp so you can rock an expert wing on the first try and free yourself from the agony of redoing your winged liner over and over — and instead go enjoy feeling sun on your skin for the first time in months.
One side is the curved wing stamp, and the other is a regular fine tip liner for defining the rest of the eye. It comes in a pack of two, one for each eye.
Promising review: "Best eyeliner. Someone recommended this product for me on TikTok, but I was unsure of the quality because it was such a cheap price. I have cried, swam and this stuff doesn’t come off! It’s great. Not to mention it lasts a long time! I am happy with this brand." —Shay Lastowski
The Flick Stick comes from New Zealand-based brand and small biz Lovoir Beauty.
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.97 (available in three sizes and a combo pack).
14. A TikTok-approved eye primer to make sure your shadow looks hold up for hours on end without creasing or smudging, even in humidity and high heat. If you don't use primers for your eye makeup yet, it's game-changing, especially if you have oily eyelids like I do — or if your lids get oily in the summer, which like, isn't that all of us?
Check it out in action on TikTok.
Promising review: "I am very happy with this purchase! The primer lasted on my client for 14 hours, including 10 hours of on-camera work and running around doing interviews. Pleased as punch! This is what I needed to hear! Finding a good shadow primer is like the holy grail in the life of a makeup artist. I have used many products and wasted a lot of money and I believe I found a winner with Elizabeth Mott’s product! I am thankful and impressed!" —Miss Lilly
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
15. A luxurious, lightweight L'Oreal rinse-out moisturizing hair treatment that utilizes amino acids to repair damage and restore shine in only eight seconds, so you can get back to enjoying those sunny summer days.
It's activated by water, so you can apply it after shampoo but before conditioner to let it work its magic! Recommended usage is 2–3 times a week. Reviewers say it works on all hair types, including straight hair and curl types 3a–4c.
Promising reviews: "I saw this product reviewed on TikTok and had to try it. It is amazing!!! I have a lot of hair that gets tangled easily. This stuff made it soft and manageable after the first use." —Jennifer Borchers
"I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me, I didn’t take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair...I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen." —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $9.87.
16. A bottle of cult-favorite Tower 28's SOS Daily Rescue spray for helping balance pH and gently calm inflamed, sunburnt skin. It uses hypochlorous acid, a groundbreaking ingredient that strengthens the skin barrier and minimizes irritation, which is also found naturally in our white blood cells. I would *literally* bathe in this stuff if I could.
I finally bought a bottle of this, and I'm so glad I did. It soothes my parched skin, and I can tell it's calming irritation, too — I recently noticed an incoming perioral dermatitis breakout (an acne-rosacea hybrid that's notoriously difficult to treat), and after a few days of using this, the bumps and redness on my face were completely gone. It saved me from needing to scramble for an expensive treatment, which is kind of unbelievable. It also makes my skin feel more hydrated and more balanced. This thing is understated but mighty, and has a permanent place in my skincare collection.
Promising reviews: "An HG product for a reason! I was unsure if Tower 28 was worth the hype (it is alllll over TikTok and Insta), so I bought the mini size of this first to test it out. I went back immediately to grab the full size! This will be a staple in my routine for sure. I have dry, breakout-prone skin and this spray didn't irritate my skin at all." —harleyclancy
"This product is such a game-changer for maskne! I was a bit hesitant after I saw a TikTok video with it but after trying it, I added it to my everyday skin care routine!" —Lisa0214
Tower 28 is an Asian woman-owned business designed for sensitive skin. Their products are free of any sensitivity-causing ingredients, and are also vegan and cruelty-free.
Get it from Tower 28 or from Sephora for $12+ (available in three sizes).
17. A cult-favorite cooling ice roller to massage and calm skin, easing puffiness, burned skin, and dryness. It even helps relieve fatigue and soothe oncoming headaches. *Obsessed.*
See it on TikTok here.
The ice roller comes with a detachable head and handle. Store the ice roller head in the freezer separate from the handle, which should stay room temperature. When you're ready to use the roller, remove the head from the freezer and reattach to the handle (it easily clicks in place)!
I love this ice roller for whenever I feel like my skin needs a pick-me-up! I also use it when I feel a headache coming, and it reduces the intensity and sometimes curbs it altogether.
Promising reviews: "Someone on TikTok said her grandmother used this. I love it to deal with what spring allergies do to my face (headaches/puffiness) without pulling the skin and without oils. It's cool and sculpting without being too fussy like the smaller jade roller that is so popular, which I also have but it gets less traction in this home. Enjoy!" —PinkRibbonGirl
"Hungover? Didn't get much sleep? Sunburnt? Been crying? This thing is great. Pop it in the freezer and anytime you want some cool soothing relaxation, pull this bad boy out and roll over your cheeks and forehead. My 3-year-old daughter takes this thing out every day and rolls all over her face because it feels so good. Not only hilarious to watch for me, but apparently very fun for her as well! —Kev
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in various colors and in packs of two).
You can also check out this ice roller that you fill with liquid yourself, so you can add in anything from essential oils to green tea or even petals.
18. A Cosrx snail essence because if you just need an easy, big ol' dose of hydration in dry, hot weather, snail mucin will get the job done, fast. This bb contains a whopping *96%* snail mucin, which is kinda nature's MVP for intense yet incredibly gentle skin repair. Plus, the glow you'll get from this is unparalleled.
Take a look on TikTok.
I've been using the Cosrx snail mucin essence for years, and it's honestly a godsend for my dry, acne-prone, sensitive skin. Just like how snail mucin protects snails from damage while traversing over and around gravel and other jagged things, mucin is like a heavenly layer of nourishing protection for skin that's navigating the effects of weather, pollution, stress, and hormones. I don't care how weird it might sound — this ingredient is a dang star.
Promising review: "Best skincare purchase of my life! If you are questioning buying this product let me ease your mind and say you will absolutely not regret it!! I’m 39 and I’ve had a lifetime of dry skin. Literally the first day I applied this my skin was supple and soft by nighttime. No dry feeling, it’s totally gone. I have heard amazing things about snail mucin and I am totally sold. My skin has not felt this good probably since I was a teenager. Even the little bumps on the side of my face where it was dry and flaky are totally gone." —Ginger Leigh
Get it from Amazon for $20.90.
19. A pack of 40 acne patches to easily treat and heal blemishes using hydrocolloid *plus* tea tree oil and calendula to soothe irritated skin and reduce redness. They're extra thin without sacrificing any effectiveness, so you can confidently pop them on for work, school, and summer festivities and let them get to work.
I recently tried Avarelle pimple patches, because *yes* I love a good hydrocolloid patch like little else. I wasn't sure whether these would be any different from the patches I already had from another brand, but I was so wrong. The Avarelle patches drew out gunk more effectively from my blemishes and gently sped up the healing process (I think because of the calendula, tea tree, and cica). My sensitive, reactive skin loves this stuff. I also could tell immediately that the patches were in fact thinner and more transparent than others I've had, which especially given how well they work is quite a feat. Will be a repurchase for me for sure.
Promising review: "YES! TikTok made me buy them and they 100% do what they should. I just pop them on before bed and by morning the blemish is ready to go. Will be ordering more" —Sky k.
Avarelle is a small business that aims to make the best skincare that's also honest and affordable. All their products are vegan and cruelty-free!
Get a 40-pack of the small patches from Amazon for $8.49+ (also available in a pack of 80).
20. A hair-smoothing stick with a unique mascara-like brush applicator to easily get rid of any flyaways, frizz, or cowlicks that want to spring out in humidity and heat.
I have 2c/3a hair that is prone to frizz, especially if I wear it in a ponytail or buns. I'm very low-effort when it comes to haircare, and this was such an unexpectedly great find for me. It smooths my hair immediately and holds for hours with natural, minimal ingredients, which has given back my confidence in my sometimes unruly mane. It's easy to wash out too without buildup. A must-try!
Promising reviews: "I saw this on TikTok and didn’t believe it was as good as they said, but it is! Looks like a tube of mascara, and I thought it would make my hair hard or greasy looking, but nope! Just makes the flyaways stay down. Now if I can just remember to use it more often. 😂" —Sam Ingle
"We’ve tried so many different products to try and smooth my daughter's flyaways. This product smooths her hair without being greasy or crunchy, and it lasts all day! The wand makes it very easy to apply, mess-free, and perfect for travel." —Allison H
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (also available in a pack of two).
21. Or a humidity-resistant edge control gel to easily lay edges and baby hairs without flaking or appearing greasy.
BUT we want to add that no one should feel pressure to lay their edges, unless they want to!
Check it out on TikTok.
Promising review: "Hands-down! The best edge control I have ever used and I have used a lot of them. Stayed all day! No flakes and nongreasy! And this one is not even the strongest in the line. Love this product!" —Mrs.Washington
Get it from Amazon for $4.97+ (available in five sizes and a pack of three).
22. An all-in-one Dr. Jart+'s Color-Correcting Treatment for easily neutralizing redness and covering blemishes while protecting your skin from the summer sun with SPF 30. 💪 It evens out skin *so* effectively (seriously, kinda shockingly well) that you might just skip foundation altogether.
All I can say is that when I used this for the first time, I couldn't believe my eyes. You literally watch your redness neutralize in front of your eyes. Plus it protects skin from environmental stressors and UV damage. I don't think there's a better color-correcting treatment out there.
Promising review: "The hype is to be believed. I discovered this product from TikTok to reduce 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." —DJJJ
Get it from Sephora for $21.
23. Maybelline Lip Lifter gloss to give your lips tinted, glossy shine without any annoying stickiness, while simultaneously nourishing with mega-hydrating hyaluronic acid. It's like a perfectly colored lip gloss–lip balm hybrid.
Promising reviews: "Late night TikTok purchase. Definitely worth buying. It is subtle and pretty." —stephanie
""As a pro makeup artist I find myself reaching for these more than any of my lux brand lip products. Literally every shade is gorgeous. The large applicator applies the product smoothly and quickly. I cannot say enough good things about this product. An amazing value. Every client I have introduced these to has reached out to me and told me how much they loved the gloss and immediately purchased additional shades. You will not be disappointed." —Justin Case
Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in 20 shades).
24. Quick-acting Nizoral dandruff shampoo in case you get a bout of flakes this summer. It's clinically proven to relieve dandruff by getting rid of the fungus that causes it, instead of just masking the symptoms. You can see results within 1–2 uses.
I get dandruff from time to time, and when I do the flakes are stubborn and hard to get rid of. Nizoral is a godsend and the only thing I will use for getting rid of it. Because it's antifungal, it actually gets at the root of the problem so you get fast relief. I make sure I never run out — it's the only thing that'll take care of my dandruff effectively and quickly.
Promising reviews: "I’ve tried everything imaginable for dandruff and decided to buy this after I saw it on TikTok. This stuff is amazing and is the only thing that works for me! I’ve literally repurchased it so many times and it’s cheaper than buying it at any drugstore. 10/10 recommend" —Jessica
"MIRACLE PRODUCT! If you have a flaky scalp from dandruff, BUY THIS. I was about to go to the dermatologist if this stuff didn’t work. Thank goodness I saved myself hundreds of dollars by giving this product a shot. I used it four of five times (over a month) and it cleared my scalp almost completely. One more use and my scalp will be 120% healed! This stuff blew my mind. Totally worth it." —chris
Get it from Amazon for $15.47.
25. Alcohol-free micellar water infused with rose water and glycerin to gently cleanse skin of dirt and sweat from hot summer days, while removing makeup and hydrating the skin barrier. Best of all, it requires no rinsing — can't get much lower effort than that.
See it in action on TikTok.
I've used this micellar water for several years and *love* it for my sensitive skin! It's especially great for days when I don't have the energy to drag myself to the bathroom to properly wash my face. I keep a bottle of this by my bed and just soak a cotton pad with micellar water to clean my face.
Promising review: "I am a makeup artist with very sensitive skin. I break out from everything, including a certain famous makeup wipe. This stuff is amazing! It even takes off waterproof with a few swipes. For harder to remove makeup I just hold down a cotton pad for a few seconds then wipe it off. I will stick to this from now on. I recommend it to everyone. It also has a nice rose water scent that isn't overpowering. My face feels moisturized and refreshed afterwards." —Amanda G.
Get it from Amazon for $8.49 (also available in a pack of two).
26. A popular TruSkin vitamin C serum if you haven't incorporated vitamin C into your morning routine yet — it'll prevent dullness, make your skin look brighter, and help repair previous sun damage. This and SPF is really all you need for a top-notch, quick summer skin routine.
Promising review: "I've had acne for over 12 years. I tried medications, pretty much every skincare line out there, but thanks to a random girl on TikTok, I found this product and will never go back. This is the only serum that has helped clear my scars! I never write reviews, but because I noticed a difference within days of using, I had to write one. I’m only on month 2 and I have seen a noticeable difference. My skin looks clear and glowing for the first time since my preteen years. I use this vitamin C serum and a simple wash and moisturizer/sunscreen every day and that’s it!" —Rebekah
Get it from Amazon for $21.97+ (available in two sizes and in packs of two).
27. A popular bottle of nail and cuticle repair oil you can apply just once a day to nourish your nails with a conditioning and strengthening treatment. It'll make them shine *and* give you relief from painful hangnails, brittleness, and breakage.
Promising review: "Found this on TikTok and I'm so pleased with the results. My nails are getting stronger and growing. And best of all, not chipping. Love it." —sidna saavedra
Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in three sizes).
28. A TikTok-famous cruelty-free eye cream to gift your under-eyes some rejuvenation and repair with just a tiny pat of product. It hydrates and helps reduce puffiness, fine lines, and dark circles using a gold-star combo of brightening vitamin C, gentle rosehip oil, and uber-soothing aloe. The under-eye area is sensitive, so this bb will ensure that you're treating the skin there right with as little effort on your part as possible.
It's also vegan!
Promising review: "Absolutely love this eye cream. I was looking for an eye cream and saw the video on TikTok and decided to give it a try. I have been using for a couple of months and already can see a difference. A little goes a long way. I put a small amount on my finger and tap around my entire eye and then any extra I put on the back of my hand to help smooth my skin there. Definitely worth the money!" —SLRottweiler
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and a two-pack).
29. A multitasking nourishing skincare oil formulated with brightening rosehip, calming blue tansy, and regenerative black cumin seed oil. This baby soothes breakouts, reduces the appearance of scarring and pores, ~and~ hydrates — so you can easily slap it on and reap the benefits, instead of using harsher acne products that dry out your skin so badly you need to break the bank repairing your skin barrier.
See it on TikTok here.
I have had cystic acne since adolescence and still deal with painful hormonal acne. On top of that, my skin has somehow become more sensitive with every passing year so I'm very careful about what I put on my face. I was initially skeptical that an oil of all things would help my skin, but I LOVE this thing. It is somehow so lightweight while feeling truly nourishing. My breakouts have cleared up since starting this product, and I've also noticed that my skin is less oily and more even, like the oil has been balanced out. I'm so glad I gave this a shot and will definitely be buying another when I run out.
Promising review: "I NEVER leave reviews but this oil is seriously the most amazing product I have ever used!! I've had acne since i was 14 and I'm 32 and still struggle with it, especially hormonal acne. I've been using this oil for about a month and I have ZERO pimples! I haven't not had a pimple since adolescence. It's fading my acne scars and my skin looks so good I honestly can go out with no makeup and feel 100% confident that my skin looks great and that is huge for me. I even use it on my chest because I get hormonal acne there and i haven't had a breakout since using this. The smell is herbal but I actually like it and it doesn't linger after you put it on. I can't say enough good things about this oil, just get it! You won't regret it!" —Jamie
Blume is a woman of color-owned small business that specializes in skincare and period care products.
30. Some dentist-recommended Crest whitening strips for removing up to 20 years of stains to get you smile-ready for summer. With no-slip grip and advanced seal technology that molds the strip comfortably to your teeth, these truly are the comfiest and most effective strips on the market — and they work in just 30 minutes.
The pack comes with 20 30-minute treatments, and two hourlong treatments. The strips are also enamel-safe!
Folks, these are not the gloppy whitening strips of your childhood that slid all around your mouth and had you spitting out globs of product every few minutes so you wouldn't swallow it. I know this because I grew up using those exact strips to treat my hereditarily, naturally-kinda-yellow teeth. I eventually swore off whitening strips because they were so awful and uncomfortable. Ten years later, I decided to give at-home whitening another try since I now drink, like, a million cups of coffee a day, which obviously did nothing to help my yellow teeth lol. Long story short, I was FLOORED when I tried these strips. They may or may not be the best beauty development of the 21st century. These things stay put with literally zero gloppy residue, no spitting or readjusting required. They work so well, I'm almost resentful ~kids these days~ won't experience how absurd at-home whiteners used to be lol. Anyway, they're so comfortable that the 30 minutes or an hour you have them on zips by, so that by the time you're through, your teeth look whiter with virtually zero effort on your part. Can I nominate this for some sort of award??
BTW: If your teeth feel sensitive while you're using the strips (mine did), just take a break for a few days before starting them again.
Promising review: "These whitening strips are SO good. I saw a TikTok where a girl used them for 14 days straight and then once every other week and her teeth are completely white. I tried them out and they work, just remember to stay consistent. ◡̈" —Casey Blackwell
Get a 22-count pack from Amazon for $45.98.
31. A creamy dual-sided lip liner — each side features a complementary shade so you can define your lips *and* create an easy, beautiful ombre effect without having to use a bunch of different products (and still be unsatisfied with the outcome).
Take a look at it on TikTok.
PS! Every lip liner corresponds with one of their beloved matte lipsticks.
Promising review: "Obsessed! This liner is incredible!! I usually have a hard time with pencil liners, they usually feel drying on my lips. But this one glides on so smoothly and looks amazing every time! I love that it's dual ended so I can do different effects. It's perfect!" —Courtney
Treslúce Beauty is a cruelty-free beauty brand founded by singer and actress Becky G. Their consciously formulated products are inspired by her Mexican heritage and seek to celebrate Latine heritage and culture.
Get it from Ulta or Treslúce Beauty for $12 (available in six shades).
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