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1. Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen that can double as your makeup primer, OR maybe it's the only thing you put on your face on those no-makeup days — that's OK too! This cult-fave offers broad-spectrum SPF 40 without feeling greasy or leaving a white cast. Because you don't need us to be the 100th person to tell you to wear sunscreen every day — but with this, incorporating it into your routine doesn't have to feel like a pain.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown says, "I have oily, acne-prone skin and use a prescription retinol to control things, which means I MUST use sunscreen on my face every day. My mom, who had been using this Supergoop stuff the whole time, got me a bottle of this cult-favorite for Christmas last year (moms do know best sometimes!!). I couldn't be happier with it! A dime-size amount covers my entire face, because it's translucent it leaves absolutely no white cast, and 10 minutes after putting it on, my face just feels like I applied a little bit of a nice moisturizer or makeup primer, not anything that's grease-central, like sunscreen usually is. It does pill if I put it on too soon after my morning topical acne prescription, but as long as I give that script about five minutes to sink in, I have no issues. I've been impressed by the way my matte foundation glides over it, looks with it, and lasts with it."
Promising review: "I have acne-prone skin, and it doesn’t make me break out, nor does it clog my pores. No white cast, and a little goes a long way, you don’t need to glop a whole bunch on. I just squeeze some on my ring finger and apply to my face and neck. It also seems to do well under makeup. It’s my favorite sunscreen." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in three sizes).
2. Youthforia's unbelievably lightweight BYO Blush Oil, which reacts to your skin's natural pH level to create the *perfect* shade of flush for your skin tone so you never have to think about what shade to wear. This vegan, color-changing oil is made with 20 different plant-based ingredients that are so skin-friendly, you could even sleep in this!
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. Check out a TikTok of the BYO Blush in action!
I recently picked up a tube of BYO Blush Oil for myself because the concept sounded so cool — a blush oil? That creates your perfect shade?? It works exactly as advertised: I just make a couple of tiny swipes on each cheek and a lil' on my nose, and almost immediately the pink shade starts to appear. It blends REALLY easily and feels so lightweight. I love wearing it on no-makeup days when I want to add a bit of color to my cheeks just to feel ~alive~ but it looks great on top of makeup too. I love it so much, I even bought it for my sister-in-law for Christmas!
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Emma Lord is also a fan: "I tried this out myself and I have to say, it is WILD watching it adjust to your skin's pH in real time. It was a very bright pink at first but super easy to spread — a bit like Glossier's Cloud Paint, except personalized. It's very long-lasting, too — I applied in the morning and could still see a rosy glow by the end of the day."
Get it from Amazon for $25.20 (originally $36) or directly from Youthforia for $36.
3. Or Perricone MD's No-Makeup Blush because it's literally in the name: This sheer, buildable formula is designed to feel ~like nothing~ on your face, giving you a natural-looking flush of color that might be all you need to feel a bit more confident walking out the door.
Pro tip: They also suggest using it under concealer if you have dark circles!
Promising reviews: "I have been looking for something like this for ages. It’s the most natural-looking blush: very subtle, easy to apply and gives the perfect, natural tint and makes your face glowy (without a metallic shine) like they do post-workout! I am amazed at how well this matched my skin. Also it’s a bit pricey but a little goes a long way. I would HIGHLY recommend it!" —NB
"I'm not a makeup person, as the older I get, less is more. I have more fair Irish skin (but not pale as I live in the southeast US with lots of sun). Gives you a nice glow on the cheeks and even on the eyes. I love it so much, it's my new go-to to freshen your face. Also lasts a long time as very little is needed for a day." —C.A. Dougherty
Get it from Amazon for $25.35.
4. Another option you simply can't go wrong with: Glossier Cloud Paint, a long-standing cult-favorite in the beauty community. Tons of self-proclaimed lazy makeup wearers swear by it, mainly because it goes on *so* easily using your fingers and blends to give you the softest, most natural-looking flush. You can even pick it up in a slightly darker shade and use it as contour too!
Check out how easily it's applied in this TikTok. Psst — you can also check out our Glossier Cloud Paint review for more on why it's "a lazy girl's dream."
Promising reviews: "If you are fair like I am, Cloud Paint in Dusk is like Contouring for Dummies. I just swipe some into the hollows of my cheeks and pat until it's blended, and voila! A contoured face for the girl who has never contoured in her life and certainly doesn't have the patience to do so. The final touch is Puff on the tops of the apples of my cheeks and I've managed to finger paint my face into looking well-rested and sculpted." —Faith
"Listen, I am a LAZY makeup wearer, L-A-Z-Y. I have mountains of blushes and I never wear any of them, I really wanted something that was quick (brush free). I bought this in Beam and I love it; it is bright, happy and a bit peach-orange. I think it is great for summer, and it is so easy to apply. I definitely want at least one more (or every) shade. If you are trying to work something simple into your routine, pick this up — it is not heavy or over the top and it literally lasts on my face from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m." —Mc K.
Get it from Glossier for $20 (available in 10 shades).
5. Nourishing Mario Badescu facial spray to spritz on your face anytime you want to feel ~refreshed~ and look soft and dewy without using a ton of makeup products to achieve that same glistening look. Packed with soothing aloe, herbs, and rosewater, it's perfect for days when you don't even want to *think* about reaching for your makeup bag but also need a pick-me-up.
You can also apply this over makeup to add moisture and keep your face from looking dry or cakey! Multiple reviewers said they love it so much, they bought an extra bottle to keep with them at all times.
I have this bad boy at home and, like the Youthforia Blush Oil, this is one of my go-tos on no-makeup days, especially while working from home (because I refuse to put on makeup just because I have a few Zoom meetings on the cal 🤷♀️). With just a couple of spritzes on my face, I feel *immediately* more refreshed and hydrated after using this facial spray, and it really soothes my dry, sensitive skin. It gives your skin this really healthy, dewy look, and bonus points for smelling absolutely incredible. If you're too lazy to put on a full face of makeup, keep this spray on hand as it can make you look and feel more ~alive~ without foundation, concealer, etc.
Promising reviews: "I am seriously obsessed with Mario Badescu's products, and this is my ultimate favorite spray. I use it all the time. When I don't want to wear makeup, I use it to add a natural glow. I use it to set my makeup. I use it after my nightly beauty routine. I also have an extra bottle with me at all times to spray during the day for a little boost of hydration. It also smells amazing." —Eloisa
"I can NOT say enough good about this!!! I have cystic acne in my 30s. This has been such a huge help! I wash and spray after, and I spray randomly throughout the day! I don't wear makeup so this is my little refresher. I have had much much better skin since adding this to my routine!!! I've turned at least 15 people onto using it! It's a must-have!!! I keep a mini one in my purse 24/7!" —momof2tbeak
Get it from Amazon for $8.40 (also available in a smaller size and in packs).
6. A simple but *highly* effective Stila color-correcting palette in case you're more interested in covering dark circles, redness, or sallowness in your skin tone than putting on a full face of makeup. This handy lil' palette might become a new staple, with five sheer (but buildable) color-correcting creams and two translucent finishing powders designed to address all sorts of skin tone imperfections.
The palette includes these five creams: peach to neutralize blue/purple under-eye circles on fair/medium skin; pink to brighten the eye area and mask fatigue; green to neutralize red from rosacea, acne, sunburn, and more; yellow to neutralize purple/brown from hyperpigmentation and dark spots, and orange to neutralize purple/blue under-eye circles on darker skin.
It also includes these two powders: yellow to neutralize purple/brown and help set any of the above color-correcting creams, or to use all over to even out skin tone; and lavender to neutralize yellow, set the pink cream, or use all over to brighten sallow/yellow skin.
Promising review: "Though a little pricey, I think this will be a new staple for me. I don't often wear makeup and I don't even wear a full face anymore, mostly concealer, mascara, and bronzer/blush. I have deep and dark genetic under eyes that get very red and dry during allergy season. This palette is pretty tacky so you can build it up even on top of thick moisturizer, and it doesn't look too cakey when covered with concealer. I have very sensitive skin and have not had any reactions to this. Just get it! You'll use it." —Jessica Medrzycki
Get it from Amazon for $45. Note: This is on backorder but will ship once available.
7. Lilac St. Original Lashes meant to be worn for up to five (!) days — if you hate putting on mascara every day and don't want to deal with professional extensions, these might just fit into your low-effort routine. These vegan, cruelty-free silk lash fibers have an ultra-thin band, adhere well, and look *super* wispy and natural.
8. Or Glossier's Lash Slick, which might trick people into thinking you're wearing falsies, and that's A-OK. It's water-resistant — enough to resist smudging and flaking, but still easy to remove at the end of the day without harsh rubbing. It's buildable (without clumping) so you can achieve the exact level of ~drama~ you're going for without much time or effort.
BuzzFeed Shopping contributor AnaMaria Glavan says, "If you’ve ever wanted lash extensions but didn’t want the hassle associated with them, you will fall unconditionally and irrevocably in love with the Glossier Lash Slick. (That’s a Twilight reference, don’t h8.) I admit that I didn’t think I would like it — I’m not an eyeliner gal (I lack the patience required) and rely heavily on blush and mascara to make me look half awake, so I usually prefer formulas that add a crap ton of drama. But this! This is so surprisingly good! It doesn’t flake, doesn’t clump, lengthens a ton, and looks *extremely* natural. It’s also incredibly easy to remove! My regular face wash is able to take off every last speck, no intense rubbing required. It’s also very buildable, so I can add on multiple swipes to give my look some extra oomph if I wanted to… and it still doesn’t look clumpy or smudge. I’ve stopped wearing mascara every day due to *looks around* these times, but this is my holy grail eye product and will eventually become my ~wear this every single day~ mascara once I get back to the office."
Get it from Glossier for $18 (available in black or brown).
9. Too Faced Born This Way Concealer so you can skip foundation because really, who has the time? It's a lightweight, full-coverage formula that conceals, contours, highlights, *and* retouches all at the same time, significantly cutting the time spent on just getting your base ready.
Check it out in this TikTok where the creator demonstrates a five-minute makeup routine using it.
Promising review: "I am lazy when it comes to makeup. I don't wear a lot of makeup and hate foundation. I like products that require little effort. Not only does this concealer do an amazing job of coverage under my eyes and on my red cheeks, but also a little goes a long way. For someone like me who doesn't wear a lot of makeup, a small amount provides an impressive amount of coverage." —snw17
Get it from Sephora or Ulta for $35 (available in 32 shades, and also a mini size).
10. Or Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer, perfect for a quick touch-up (without cakiness!) when you don't feel like using a bunch of different products on your face. Dark, puffy under-eye circles and redness are no match for it.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Emma Lord says, "I am mad that I wasted time with other concealers for so long. I am a deeply impatient person who likes to look good and does not like to put in effort in any way, shape, or form, and Maybelline created this so that people like me could gracelessly slap it on in the morning and be like 'OK, REFLECTION, YOU GOT THIS' before being on their merry way. It never cakes, I look way more awake than I have any right to, and I never struggle to blend it the way I do with other concealers. 11/10 subscribe."
Promising review: "This concealer is everything. I’m a lover of beauty and beautiful cosmetics and I keep 90% of my products in their boxes, and my vanity is gorgeous and well-organized with all the pretty packaging. But my go-to holy grail is always this concealer, in different shades: one for contour, one for brightening, one for concealing. There's no need for expensive makeup when there are products like this concealer out there. I definitely love to try as many products as I can, because playing with makeup is fun! But the only products that I will buy again and again are this concealer (and other Maybelline items)." —Katie
Get it from Amazon for $8.79 (available in 19 shades).
And check out our Maybelline Instant Age Rewind concealer review for more deets!
11. A Julep tinted lip balm in case lip balm is one of your three desert island items — it'll give you that deep hydration you crave thanks to sunflower butter and vitamin E to lock in moisture, but it'll also deliver rich color with a hint of gloss. What we're saying is it's makeup, but you won't even feel like you're putting on makeup since it's a lip balm! A win-win.
Promising review: "Is it a balm? Is it a lipstick? Yes! It’s both! I bought the Dusty Orchid Shimmer and it’s a great color on me. This Dusty Orchid has mauvey-rose undertones. It is very moisturizing on my sensitive lips. It’s not long-wearing but that happens when you want moisturizing. I was surprised at how well pigmented this is. The middle of the stick is a clear balm and yet it looks like a lipstick on. There isn’t a glittery nor shiny look. Just a satiny finish. I’m loving this!!" —ReviewMistress
Get it from Amazon for $9.80 (available in 13 shades).
12. OR! TonyMoly's Petite Bunny Gloss Bar that's so cute, it'll honestly inspire you to apply this lip tint more often (whereas others may have sat unused in your purse for months). A step above lip balm, this adorable tube moisturizes, tints, and adds a bit of shine to your lips so you feel put together even when it's the only makeup you're wearing.
Get it from Amazon for $8 (available in two styles or a variety pack with three).
13. Physician's Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer in case your needs are really quite simple: You'd rather not look like you haven't seen the sun for four months! (Hello, fellow winter couch potato. 👋) Brush this into your cheekbones, hairline, and temples for a natural, sun-kissed look — it has a cream-to-powder finish with a light shimmer and ~buttery~ texture reviewers rave about.
Promising review: "This bronzer doesn't disappoint. It's a beautiful warm color with a bit of shimmer in it. It gives me a sun-kissed glow with no orange tones at all. The texture is velvety smooth and feels really nice on my skin. I also have acne-prone skin but it doesn't make me break out. Definitely recommend." —Jheneya
Get it from Amazon for $12 (available in seven shades).
14. Or an Ogee Sculpted Face Stick if you're a big fan of makeup products that let you swipe, blend, and move along (big same). With this easy-to-handle bronzer, you can target the areas of your face you want to add ~definition~ to, with one stroke adding a sheer, natural finish that's as buildable as you like.
It can also work as blush and highlighter, depending on what shade you pick up and your skin tone! You can also snag a bundle with three shades for contouring, highlighting, and blush all in one, which might just be the only products you ever need if you're not a fan of foundation. (You can check out a testimonial for the bundle from a self-proclaimed makeup minimalist below, along with one from the over-65 reviewer pictured above on the right!)
Promising reviews: "I was skeptical when buying this as I’m a minimalist with makeup. I’m not perfect with contouring either. I love a natural look and wasn’t sure if this would truly be a great match with my light/fair skin tone. I don’t wear makeup often either. I applied all three sticks as recommended and all I can say is, wow. I love how blendable it is, how smooth it makes my skin look, and my favorite part is how it truly looks like I’m not wearing any makeup at all. It gives off the perfect sunkissed glow and I truly am thrilled!" —Nicole Pondelli
"I purchased the rose quartz contour trio with the bronzer and highlighting stick. They're great for any age. I'm over 65 and less is more with makeup so these are nice for me. I love the convenience of sticks vs tubes or bottled makeup. You can use your fingers or directly apply for more intense color." —Contessa
Get it from Amazon for $46.40 (available in 10 shades and a bundle with three).
15. A lightweight 4-in-1 mineral makeup that'll be your foundation, concealer, and finishing powder, with SPF 15 to boot. With all these steps covered with just one product, achieving that full-coverage look when you're honestly ~tired~ becomes way more achievable.
Its mineral formula is designed to not settle into fine lines and wrinkles — and reviewers over 50 back that up!
Note: The ADA recommends choosing a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher (like the first item in this roundup, Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen), so this wouldn't be sufficient *on its own* for daily coverage! (And check out more sunscreen myths and facts, according to derms we talked to!)
Promising review: "I rarely like a makeup product so much that I leave a review for it, especially when it comes to foundation-type products. I've tried so many, especially these mineral powder types. This is the first one I've found that blends easily, looks natural, and doesn't set into wrinkles or make skin look dry. Covers redness well, blurs on my freckles :) I am on the go in very hot environment in my job all day as facility manager of the eighth largest building in the world. This stuff can keep up with me! Only negative is that I seem to go through it pretty quickly, and wish it was a little less expensive. Some personal details that may help: I have dryish, fair skin, 50 years young :-) and to live in very humid climate." —Onceupon
Get it from Amazon for $20.65 (available in 23 shades).
16. A Dermablend loose setting powder to ensure that whatever makeup you *do* apply stays put and doesn't melt off your face by noon, because there's nothing worse than having to touch up your makeup constantly when you have approximately 132,786 other things to do. You can even use it on its own to reduce shine if you have oily skin!
Promising review: "I purchased the travel size to make sure I like it. I actually love it. During the week I use the powder on my bare skin in my T-zone area because I have extremely oily skin. On the weekends when I decide to get glam I apply over makeup and either way this product eliminates the shine/oil." —Tasha
Get the original translucent shade from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes; also available in three other shades).
17. Or Mario Badescu Special Healing Powder specifically made for acne-prone skin, since it contains sulfur to draw out oil and impurities, kaolin clay to purify pores and reduce excess oil, and zinc oxide with soothing properties. Dust it on your face as a setting powder *or* rock it on its own for a mattifying, redness-neutralizing effect — and take comfort in knowing it's working to make your skin healthier as you go about your day.
Promising review: "Fantastic 'no makeup' coverage! A little bit goes a long way with this product! It’s my dream powder because not only does it neutralize redness and mattify your skin, it also makes it healthier!! We don’t always need a full face of makeup, just a little something to make you not look like a mess. I can wake up, put on my SPF, dust this stuff on and leave! My skin feels better and it still feels good after I remove my makeup at the end of the day! Paired this with the company’s silver powder and my skin is REJOICING!!" —Maggie
Get it from Amazon for $8.40.
18. A water-resistant ink gel eyeliner in rich, bold black if you're never seen without eyeliner on, even on your laziest days. This creamy gel liner applies beautifully with a precision brush and will 👏 not 👏 budge 👏 — one reviewer said it even withstood their profuse sweating during a heat wave.
Promising review: "New fave. I got this and a few small brushes. I prefer this to my old way of using the felt pens because I can get those sharp points with this, and the pens just dry out. I use it almost daily. The pot is bigger than the picture makes it look. It smudges a little while still wet, but once it dries not bad at all! This liner is easy to layer so if you feel you went too light-handed, you can always go back over (where as those pens again would just wipe away what you put like a marker). I'm so happy I switched because it makes my makeup routine way easier and way shorter time-wise." —Zoe Klee
Get it from Amazon for $24.
19. Or a waterproof, smudge-proof liquid eyeliner stamp that addresses the bane of every makeup wearer's existence: creating the perfect, symmetrical cat-eye. Now you don't have to spend an hour redoing your wings — this easy-to-use stamp creates the same wing on each side, and no one will even know the difference. 🤫
The Flick Stick comes from New Zealand-based brand and small biz Lovoir Beauty.
Promising review: "Amazon makes all things possible, even the perfect winged liner. I’m speechless. I’ve never been able to do winged liner in the 30 years I’ve walked the Earth. This product is amazing, it’s seamless. Literally, it’s foolproof. Not to mention it has great staying power, it’s very dark, and hasn’t smudged all day. I seriously wasn’t expecting to like it this much, you’ve got a customer for life!" —Taylor
Get it from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in three styles and a combo pack).
20. Live Tinted Huestick Corrector, which uses orange pigments to counterbalance blue and purple found in dark circles, spots, and hyperpigmentation — put this on underneath your concealer and watch them ~vanish~. This 4-in-1 multi-stick *also* delivers gorgeous color to your eyes, lips, and cheeks, so just pick this back up after foundation (if you wear it) to finish the job, and you're done!
Live Tinted was founded by Deepica Mutyala, who first went viral for her red lipstick hack for under-eye circles in 2015. The Huestick was the first product the company launched, making waves as the first multi-stick with clean ingredients to also balance out dark circles and spots. It's made with hyaluronic acid, squalane, and vitamins C and E.
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
"I love this pencil. I'm fair and cool-toned and got the peachy pink color. I've previously used other rose pink under eye correctors and brighteners that are pretty good, but the peachy tone and the texture of the pencil are the best I've found. I just pat some concealer over top and it covers my dark circles beautifully. Will repurchase for sure!" —NickiName
Get it from Amazon for $20.40 (available in nine shades) or Ulta for $24 (available in five shades).
21. Lip Bar Tinted Skin Conditioner if you prefer using a skin tint over foundation as your base for a super natural, dewy look that doesn't feel heavy. They call it a "conditioner" because it's just so hydrating and skin-friendly (thanks to ingredients like hyaluronic acid, rosewater, cucumber extract, and Irish sea moss), and it even has SPF 11 for extra protection.
Keep in mind you'll still want to pair this with a good sunscreen for full sun protection!
The Lip Bar is a Black-owned, woman-owned business and all of its products are vegan and cruelty free (no unnecessary chemicals!!).
Promising review: "I was looking for a foundation that had a natural, buildable finish and did not leave me looking like my makeup was caked on. This is it. It's lightweight, feels like nothing on the skin, and looks beautiful. This is the perfect everyday coverage. And I love that it's good for my skin and hydrating without looking too shiny. IMO this beats out more expensive brands any day. I got the shade Almond and it melted into my skin. I'm basically obsessed. The Lip Bar is quickly becoming one of my favorite brands. You guys killed it with this one!" —stephaniewilkins
Get it from The Lip Bar for $17 (available in 11 shades).
22. Fenty Beauty's Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint because it applies easily with just your fingers, quickly evening out your skin tone with its intended blurring effect. The fact that it's buildable means you can easily achieve your desired level of coverage in one step, so you don't have to mess with other products on your laziest days.
It has more of a velvety finish, a nice alternative if you don't like a super dewy look. Psst — check out a "lazy girl" review of Eaze Drop in this TikTok.
Promising review: "This is worth the hype. I wanted something like my Glossier tint but not dewy. This is THAT. It's your skin but better with a natural finish. It can look 'flat' sometimes but it's okay. I just use this for errand days so it's really forgivable. This is a 'lazy day, lazy girl' makeup. I like it!" —Forgive70x7
Get it from Sephora for $35 or direct from Fenty Beauty for $26.25 (available in 24 shades).
23. Nudestix Nudies Matte Blush & Bronze that'll give you a sun-kissed flush and can be applied to your eyelids and lips as well as your cheeks — no need to carry a different product for each step in the process. It blends easily with your fingers, but if you don't like hands-on blending, this clever multi-stick has a brush built into the other side of it!
Check it out in this TikTok about lazy makeup options!
Nudestix are vegan, hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and fragrance-free.
Promising review: "Amazing! It gives such a natural flush for my ultra fair skin, which is hard for me to find as everything shows almost comically brightly on my face. It’s blendable, it’s not too heavy. Perfect for no-makeup makeup days, I’ve found myself skipping contour now that I have this. I truly hope this is never discontinued because it is MAGIC." —Bare Back
Get it from Sephora for $35 (available in 22 shades).
24. The Ilia Multi-Stick, another multi-use makeup product TikTokers and celebs alike swear by — not only for its versatility but also for how natural and buildable it is. Swipe this on your cheeks and lips, then blend with your fingers and watch your skin come to ✨ life ✨. On days when you can't be bothered, just apply this anywhere you want some color...and you're done.
See it in the same TikTok as above!
It's made with clean ingredients including nourishing shea butter, softening avocado oil, and protective yet breathable orange peel wax.
Promising review: "I have been lazy with my makeup routine as of lately, so having a multi-stick and not having to whip out a blush and brush has been so helpful. I like how I can just swipe this on my cheeks and rub in with my fingertips. It gives a beautiful flush to the cheek area. This product has no smell that I can tell, which I am happy for. I love that this product is clean and I can feel good about using it. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful and well-made product that is not only good for the world, but good for the face." —Brittany0890
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in seven shades) or from Sephora for $36 (available in 12 shades and radiant or shimmer finishes).
25. Clarins Water Lip Stain for long-lasting, transfer-proof matte color made to hydrate and soften your lips while adding a sheer flush — you can even use it on your cheeks and eyes, making it another versatile product! It's 77% water-based (!) and includes soothing aloe vera and raspberry water.
You can apply a thin layer for a lighter, more natural looking shade as shown in the gif above, or apply multiple layers for a bolder look as shown on the model photo. (See the Insta video for the full demo on how to use!)
Promising review: "I love love love this lip stain. The color looks good on me, but what I really like is that it’s not drying. I use two coats and the color stays for several hours. I carry it with me, though, in case I have something to do after work and need a touch-up." —Tammy Blair
"Yes, it's worth giving a try. I can use it on my lips, cheeks, and eyes...no base and I look naturally flushed and ready." —Rene
Get it from Amazon for $30 (available in four shades).
26. Stila's Glitter & Glow liquid eyeshadow when you want to add a little shimmer to your everyday makeup (or sparkle for a fancy affair) without spending 10 minutes on an elaborate design. Just swipe it on and blend!
Many reviewers say you don't even need to use primer before applying this, though of course it'll last longer if you do take time for that step.
Promising review: "I AM OBSESSED WITH THIS STUFF. GREAT glitter payout with little to no fallout if you do it correctly (apply it after the rest of your eyeshadow), and you don't have to worry about the mess of glitter glue and messy loose glitter. I have accidentally slept in this overnight, twice, and was able to rock the glitter eyeshadow to work the next day with no touchups. And I didn't even use an eyeshadow primer either time, although I did use setting spray. Give this a go if you are looking for sparkly eyeshadow." —Stephanie
Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in 10 shades, and two finishes: shimmery or glitter/satin).
27. Or a Haus Laboratories liquid eyeshadow in shimmer or metallic shades when you want to make a statement (because if anyone knows how to do that, it's Gaga) without laboring over your makeup. Designed to be both ultra-pigmented and easily blendable, this liquid shadow is also super affordable (especially for a celeb brand), so you'll probably be tempted to grab it in multiple shades.
Promising review: "Gaga and Haus Labs know what they are doing. It's as if they are speaking right to me with their Glam Attacks. They are one of my favorite makeup products ever. They're so unique because they go on wet but they dry so beautifully. You can tap over the product with your finger and out comes all this sparkle. It's gorgeous. My mom and I both love and wear this shade and many others and we always get compliments on how pretty it is. I have loved Haus Labs products so much, many of my friends have received their makeup as gifts and loved it with more coming this Christmas. If you want to stand out, sparkle and show stop, this brand is for you! It's definitely my favorite of all time." —Erika
Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in 17 shades, including metallic and shimmer options).
28. And an eyeshadow color removal sponge because cleaning eyeshadow brushes might be the worst thing ever, especially if you're attempting more than one shade. This eliminates the pain of cleaning or switching between brushes for every color: Just rub your brush in this pan for a few seconds, and it'll be good to go for your next shade!
This clever tool *might* just simplify the process enough that you're willing to spend, oh, an extra few minutes on your eye look for the day.
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 it from Amazon for $6.99.
29. A ~shape-shifting~ lipstick that'll bring some low-effort fun to your minimal makeup routine. This cleverly designed lippie applies as a shimmery indigo blue (!) and settles into a metallic raspberry pink with a sheer finish. Even if you leave the rest of your face fairly neutral, this'll bring a pop of color to brighten your whole face and make it look like you ~tried~.
Promising review: "I am so in love with this lipstick. It applies really well and had good longevity for a lipstick without a special made-to-outlast-the-apocalypse formula. I also rarely find a lipstick that doesn't dry out my lips. This is absolutely perfect for anybody with cool or dull tones who wants a brighter look. I have dark, ashy brown hair with a lot of gray, a dull complexion with ashy/blue undertones, and blue eyes, so it's easy to look washed out. This raspberry color is a great complement for blue tones without looking clownish. I prefer to draw attention to my eyes more than my mouth, and on me, this is a little too bright to compete with intense eye makeup, but it's a great complement for a neutral or a less bright shade in the same color palette (pink, blue). I love it so much, I bought three more for friends and family who fear lipstick and have similar coloring to me. It's been hard to find a good lip liner, so I use Rimmel's transparent liner to prevent feathering." —Sunny
Get it from Amazon for $8.26.
30. Laura Gellar Spackle primer in a glowy shade that'll provide the most beautiful base for your makeup — or skip the foundation entirely and wear this lightweight, non-greasy formula on its own for a subtle but literal glow-up.
Promising review: "Love the glow! It is all I use on my face in the summer when I don’t want to wear makeup in the heat! Moisturizing but not greasy and gives a nice shimmery, youthful look to my skin. (I turned 40 recently; major bonus to have shimmer that doesn’t accentuate wrinkles!) Tube has lasted me months and I use at least two-three pumps every single day! I mix it into my foundation sometimes for a golden shimmery finish. Perfect amount of moisture for my skin — I don’t necessarily have extra dry or oily skin). Love that it is not greasy or heavy and doesn’t make my face perspire more in the HOT Midwestern summers like some moisturizers and sunscreens do! If I had one criticism: I do wish it also had an SPF built in for protection, and is somewhat pricey, but otherwise I love everything about it!" —Andrea
Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in seven shades).
31. Subtl Beauty Lip and Cheek Tint, which comes infused with hydrating jojoba seed oil, giving it a creamy texture that blends and builds like a dream. Pop it on your lips, cheeks, and eyes to give yourself a rosy all-over glow in a matter of seconds — no one will guess one product did it all.
Subtl Beauty is a small business creating travel-friendly makeup essentials. Everything they create can be snapped together in a super-cool customizable stack.
Promising review: "Love. Love. Love. I'm obsessed with this cream for both my lips and cheeks. I've never thought I could use cream blush, but this stuff is gorgeous and long lasting even on my oily skin. It's beautiful on my lips and lasts a surprisingly long time." —Katy Shaw
Get it from Subtl Beauty for $11.20+ (originally $14; available in five colors).
32. And finally, the life-simplifying Original MakeUp Eraser because we all know one of the worst parts about putting on makeup is having to take it off. With this, you can quit the disposable wipes and other makeup removal products for good and live the dream of just-add-water makeup removal — yes, really! This reusable cloth breaks down even waterproof makeup, and once it's dirty, all you have to do is toss it in the wash.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Danielle Healy says, "I bought one of these cloths after including it in previous posts, subsequently selling myself on it (hazard of the job). It honestly works better than I imagined! You really do just need to dampen it with water to have your makeup melting off in seconds. I think this is a great zero-waste option for people (like me) who don't wear a ton of makeup on the day-to-day, because you can get a lot of uses from this cloth without needing to washing it constantly. Plus, I just keep thinking how easy this will be to travel with since I always have a way of forgetting to pack makeup remover on trips."
Promising review: "I love that I just have to wet this and it takes off all of my makeup! I’m lazy when it comes to my face routine. I don’t like those pre-moistened wipes because they leave a slightly sticky feel and a scent on my face. This Makeup Eraser solves that problem." —Kim in Houston
Get it from Amazon for $14+ (available in eight colors).
BTW, this is our mid-priced pick for the best makeup remover! You can also check out our full MakeUp Eraser review for more on why we *love* it.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.