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1. An alcohol-free micellar water that'll gently cleanse and hydrate your skin as well as remove your makeup all while being a ~rose water and glycerin infused baddie~. If low-maintenance is your thing and you're not totally into 25 step skincare routines, this'll be an absolute dream come true.
Haley Zovickian loves this little potion and here's what she says: "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: "Best makeup remover EVER!! I am head over heels in love with this product! I have used it as my go-to cleanser for years. It's very gentle and even cooling to your skin — a very light lovely scent. Don't saturate the cotton ball or pad too much, or you will get make-up and residue sloshing into your eyes as someone described above. A little goes a long way, and your makeup almost disappears like magic. Note: If you do get it in your eyes, it does not burn. No harsh chemicals to worry about. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!" —Babsie
Get it from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in two sizes and in multipacks).
2. Nars radiant creamy concealer because a buildable, lightweight, long-lasting (up to 16 hours) concealer sounds like the ultimate makeup dream. Your under-eyes will be nice and bright even on those days where you only get, like, four hours of sleep. Plus it has magnolia bark and grape seed extracts to help cover acne and calm redness, so likeee, what more could you need outta this little baby?
Take a look at it on TikTok here.
Haley Zovickian is a fan of this concealer and says this: "I have used this concealer for YEARS and truly do not have enough good things to say about it. I have dark under-eye circles and hormonal, often cystic acne that I like to conceal with makeup, but at the same time, I don't like the feeling of heavy products on my face, which is often what's recommended for skin like mine. This concealer covers up my blemishes no matter how angry they may be and brightens my skin while still feeling lightweight and like my skin can breathe. Plus, it lasts all day! I can't recommend this product enough and I'll be using it for as many years as Nars makes it!"
Promising review: "This is my holy grail. This is the only concealer I have ever used for two years! It blends seamlessly into the skin and works if you have no blemishes or if you do have acne. I can’t recommend it enough." —sesh2death
Get it from Sephora for $15+ (available in 26 shades in full size and 27 shades in the mini size) or Amazon for $23.05+ (available in 30 shades, five sizes, and in a two-pack).
3. A winged eyeliner stamp so you can start your day on the right track. Easiest way to ruin your day before it even starts is attempting a winged eyeliner. Seriously, one is always perfect and the other is a hot mess. Grab yourself these so your day starts off as fabulously as this stamp helps you look!
This liner comes in sets of two, one liner stamp for each eye. ANNNND did I mention this baby is waterproof and smudge-proof?! Each pen requires no dipping and has two ends — one to stamp, and one to clean and define your wing.
Promising reviews: "I've tried the taping method, tried normal liquid liner, plastic winged stamping devices, stencils, all of it! So when I saw this I thought, meh, why not give it a shot... It's not like my hopes were high since nothing else has been efficient or worked as it should. Well, this gem arrived and I immediately had to try it out, all while laughing at how terrible this would probably turn out...but to my surprise, I put the left cat-eye on first and it was perfect aside from needing to connect it to my current liner. I thought this was a fluke and did the right eye...again, it came out clean and perfect!" —LadyMeow
Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in three sizes and a combo pack).
4. A set of 16 facial sheet masks that'll have your skin as bright as the sun (thanks to vitamin E) and as plump as Violet Beauregarde after she ate Willy Wonka's gum and turned into a blueberry (thanks to collagen). A good mask just always feels like self-care baddie energy.
Each mask features a different kind of essence, such as green tea, aloe, or pearl, so they each target slightly different skin concerns.
Promising reviews: "On Friday or Saturday night, if my daughter doesn't have to work, we'll kick back with fruity drinks, foot rubs, and face masks. These masks leave our faces feeling fresh and hydrated and don't make my acne-prone skin break out. The only problem with getting a variety pack, we inevitably argue over who gets some of the more interesting variants. I've yet to use the 'snake' one because she always points out that I was sorted as a Hufflepuff and she's Slytherin, so naturally, she gets it. You can't argue with that logic." —Amelia E.
"These masks are an incredible bargain! They all have the same basic ingredients, which are excellent, and each mask has a different specific ingredient for skin smoothing, moisturizing, pigmentation...you name it! They are made in Korea and contain excellent ingredients. I slap one on for 20 minutes every morning after washing my face, before the rest of my routine. They are very moisturizing, and they’re absolutely dripping in serum." —Daba
Get a set of 16 from Amazon for $8.39+ (available in more multipacks and six styles).
5. A skin spatula with four different modes that'll deep clean those pores and help extract those blackheads, just like the professionals do. If you're a Dr. Pimple Popper lover, you'll love using this to get all your own gunk out your face.
See it in action on TikTok here.
Check out what Haley Zovickian thinks of this handy little gadget: "I finally caved and bought this during Black Friday, and wow, I am SO glad I did. Blackheads are less of an issue for me than cystic acne, and it worked beautifully for both, and somehow very gently, too. The first time I used it, I could see all the stubborn gunk in my skin being extracted — gunk that was still there despite having just showered and regularly adhering to a pretty strict skincare regimen (!). I used the Blume Nourishing Face Oil to keep my skin moist while using it, which worked well for me (they recommend using a toner, water, or some other moisturizing agent). After using it, my skin felt softer than it's felt in years, and super clean without being at all tight. In short, a great product and definitely a staple for me."
Promising reviews: "Don't doubt it, a staple in skincare. I got this little device from a TikTok and decided to give it a try. I never knew I needed it until the first time I tried it. The vibrations magically bring up all the stubborn blackheads you can’t reach with just your fingers, especially if you have acrylics like me." —Paige Chaney
"This thing is freaking amazing! I was super skeptical I would see any results because I just bought it on a whim because I have epic blackhead issues, but man was this the best thing I’ve ever used. It brought so much gunk out of my skin (once I figured out how best to aim it) I was seriously almost in tears. Don’t be disappointed if you don’t see it come up on the first pass; experiment with the best angle and tool direction for you. Also, expect to keep having to use it. Like everything else, you need to keep going to see results." —Tyler Dominguez
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).
6. A vegan and cruelty-free Nyx makeup setting spray that even lasted one reviewer through sobbing after being dumped right before a party (which, ugh, awful, but holy cow!!) Nothing thrown at this little magical potion can ruin a flawless beat.
Promising review: "I have been purchasing the Nyx Matte Finishing Spray for years but would rotate between this and other high-end sprays. I always end up coming right back to Nyx because the finish is incomparable. No matter which foundation I use, my makeup is long-wearing, stays matte and there's no cakey, oily or melted/separated look even after hours of wear. I also have some visible pores on my cheeks and this spray does NOT highlight them or make them stand out more like other sprays do. It's the perfect combination for my makeup needs. Also, so happy that Amazon sells this in jumbo size so this bottle will last me a really long time!" —Krystle M.
Get it from Amazon for $8.19+ (available in four styles and in multipacks).
7. Mane Club One Hit Wonder — a 10-in-1 spray that LITERALLY does it all, but won't cost you the price of 10 products. Like, you know how the witches in AHS Coven had to pass all of the Seven Wonders tests to become the Supreme? Yeah, this stuff is the Fiona Goode of hair products. It'll detangle, take care of frizz and split ends, and provide heat protection (up to 445 degrees).
Mane Club is a California-based small biz that specializes in cruelty-free, vegan haircare products.
Check out how one user transforms their straight hair into waves using One Hit Wonder in this TikTok!
Promising review: "I have A LOT of hair, but it’s super fine, so anything 'moisturizing' makes me a grease pit all day. LOL, this stuff is magic! So lightweight, I ALWAYS get compliments when I use it. It makes me feel like I just walked out of a hair commercial. The smell is also divine. Will be my new holy grail." —Shannon Jaffee
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
And check out our Mane Club 10-in-1 spray review for more deetz!
8. An outrageously popular Differin gel with over 56,000 *glowing* ratings raving about this magic treatment. It's a prescription-strength retinoid that targets clogged pores and inflammation to help restore skin texture and tone. It'll get all up in those pores helping prevent new acne from forming. Now doesn't that just sound lovely?
Promising review: "I don't have too much of an issue with acne, however I do have hormonally based pimples once a month, with a few pimples that break through every now and then. I really purchased because it is a retinoid that you don't have to go to the doctor for and I wanted it to help with some sun damage on my face and fine lines. I've only been using this for a month, but I can honestly say that within the first week I could see a change in my skin. I have absolutely had not one breakout of any kind and my skin is so smooth. I sincerely believe that the discoloration and hyperpigmentation on my skin is beginning to fade." —Catattack
Get it from Amazon for $14.49+ (available in four sizes, four styles, and a multipack).
9. A pack of Cosrx pimple patches because although your skincare routine is top-notch perfection, you still get the occasional, annoying, random zit that makes you wanna burn the house down. These things will suck all that gross gunk out and help speed up the healing process so that zit can get the heck outta here. Someone get these things an MVP award.
For persistent or bigger pimples, put a pimple patch on overnight for 2–3 days to help the pimple diminish.
Promising review: "This product works! It stays on until you remove it and honestly, you can wash your face and forget it’s there and still it holds up to a lather without falling off. I had a few hormonal acne areas on my chin that were painful to the touch. This patch seemed to alleviate the discomfort and I forgot about it and wore them overnight. It took a few days for the spot to go down in size but it works. As for blemishes after threading, single treatment and by morning…the blemish is gone." —LaTisha Taylor
Get a three packs of 24 patches each from Amazon for $9.48+ (available in four sizes).
10. A bottle of Maybelline Fit Me matte foundation that covers pores and will give you that *I woke up like this* finish. My oily friends, I see your eyebrow raising butttt good news! This little bottle of magic is perfect for oily skin.
Promising review: "I've been buying Dermablend, Jane Iredale, It Cosmetics, Clinique, Estée Lauder, and Lancôme — I'm always trying to find a foundation that works for my skin. I have oily skin with yellow undertones. I was browsing Amazon and saw this foundation. I thought 'I don't lose anything by trying a $7 foundation.' I bought 220 [Natural Beige] & 228 [Soft Tan]. I really like the formula — it goes on easy, stays on the whole day, and controls my oily skin just like some of the expensive brands if not better than some of the expensive brands I've used, I'm impressed. I'll definitely be buying it again, I've already set up Subscribe & Save for the 220 shade of this foundation. Not only does it work well for me but I'll also be saving money on my foundation now. 👌 —Nena
Get it from Amazon for $6.94 (available in various shades and sizes).
11. A mini electric hair remover to get rid of any facial hair or even shape up your brows without ever even touching your skin so you won't have to worry about nicking yourself. So if those little dermaplaning facial razors look like an accident waiting to happen in your opinion, this is the *perfect* alternative for you. I mean, the only thing stopping you from having skin as smooth as a baby's butt is peach fuzz.
To use, gently press the head of the razor flat against your skin (not at an angle) and make small circular motions.
Check it out on TikTok here.
Haley Zovickian says: "This was another Black Friday purchase for me and it did not disappoint. I've been getting frustrating ingrown hairs from tweezing on my upper lip over the last few years, and in general, facial tweezing has become too time-consuming (plus, I keep accidentally missing hairs, only to notice them later when I no longer have my tweezer with me, lol/sigh), but this hair remover got rid of all my facial hair in pretty much one fell swoop. My ingrown hairs also went down *drastically* since the razor shaves close to the root without pulling the root out entirely or shaving too close to the skin, which keeps hair functionally invisible while helping prevent the conditions that cause in-growns. Also, FTW, I was a little worried this might irritate my melasma, but it didn't at all. A staple for sure."
Promising review: "I saw this product on a TikTok video and had to have it. This is an amazing product. Gets ALL the peach fuzz off your face without PAIN." —queenb
Get it from Amazon for $19.88+ (available in four colors).
12. An Elizavecca carbonated clay mask that bubbles up until you look like Raven did when she had that allergic reaction on That's So Raven. But not only is it just fun and a good laugh, it also helps clear your pores and get rid of those super irritating blackheads.
See it in action on TikTok here.
Promising reviews: "A friend made me try this once (I'm not a facial person). But between the hilarious expanding bubbling effect it creates on your face and the pore-clearing, clean-as-can-be results, this product is definitely worth it, I'd say. I gifted these a few years ago and received happy feedback from all parties." —Joshua U.
"I bought this as part of a spa gift for a teenager. She loved it! It left her skin feeling super clean and pampered! The bubbles were completely hilarious! I saw this product as part of a BuzzFeed list of 'cult following products under $20' I thought I’d give it a go and it didn’t disappoint!" —ABCD
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a two-pack).
13. A facial ice roller you can throw in the fridge or freezer, then use it to de-puff your puffy morning eyes and start your self-care day off right. It can also help relieve migraines so, aha, win-win situation baby, am I right?
See it on TikTok here.
The ice roller comes with a detachable head and handle. Keep the handle at room temperature. When you're ready to use the roller, remove the head from the freezer and easily reattach it back to the handle!
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 12 colors).
Oh! And check out this ice roller that you fill with liquid yourself, so you can add in whatever you like from essential oils to green tea or even petals.
14. A lovely little versatile vegan matcha-infused moisture stick that can be used for literally...EVERYTHING! Use this to hydrate dry lips and skin, to help reduce dark circles, and to help eliminate puffiness with matcha tea powder. All this magic will surely distract you from how sad you've been ever since you heard that Chris Evans got married. Literally still randomly think about it and get upset, personally.
Check out this TikTok of the matcha stick in action. Cocokind is a San Francisco-based, woman-owned small biz.
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.
15. A pack of reusable exfoliating washcloths so you can scrub-a-dub-dub that dead skin right off and feel like a snake shedding its old skin. You'll be equally amazed and grossed out after seeing the results.
Promising reviews: "I seriously cannot stop touching my skin. I'm so soft!! I'm so soft, I'd make a baby feel like a cactus! It makes me feel like polished silk, it's amazing! I'd recommend this to be used at most once a week because it is THAT good at removing dead skin. This plus the use of AmLactin lotion has given me the softest skin I've ever known and I am very satisfied with both products!" —Essie
"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 Deveraux
Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $4.48+ (available in three colors and multipacks).
16. Hyper Skin's Brightening Dark Spot vitamin C serum made with some holy grail skin ingredients like turmeric, salicylic acid, and 15% vitamin C. It'll help calm inflamed skin, prevent future breakouts, and reduce hyperpigmentation, leaving you with skin you'll wanna brag about and take a bajillion selfies of.
This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and hydroquinone-free.
Hyper Skin is a Black woman-owned small biz that specializes in affordable skincare that both works well and addresses the needs of skin of color.
Promising reviews: "I have struggled with hormonal acne and acne scarring for years. I have tried dozens of products but nothing has made a difference the way Hyper Skin has. Not to sound cheesy, but in two months I have seen better results than I have with years of other products and I'm just now starting my second bottle. I could honestly cry tears of joy." —Ameena W.
"My absolute favorite skincare product. Okay, listen sis. I am not loyal when it comes to skincare. I love trying new things and seeing what my skin agrees with. I have jumped brands more times than a salmon jumping out of a fishing net. I also hadn't found the perfect mixture of products for my skin. I have fading acne scars, severe hyperpigmentation, dry skin and the occasional hormonal breakout. But when I discovered Hyper...girl! I had been following them for a long time saying, 'One day I'm definitely going to try this.' So when I decided to splurge and buy an all new routine, I added Hyper to that routine. And I will NEVER leave them. Eva, eva. My skin literally glows everyday because of Hyper. My acne scars have been significantly reduced and my hyperpigmentation is on its way out. I literally could not be happier with this product. Y'all have finally made a loyal customer out of me." —Akliatese H.
Get it from Hyper Skin or Sephora for $36+ (available in two sizes).
17. An eyelash curler that has racked up more than 12,000 5-star ratings because it puts other lash tools to shame. It comes with five replacement silicone pads, which add some nice firmness to give your lashes the *perfect* curl shape with minimal pressure.
It's suitable for most eyes! How do you use it? Clean your lashes, look downwards, place lashes in eyelash holder, and lightly press down on curler for several seconds. Then, just add your fave 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 $9.99 (available in two colors).
Oh, and check out this highly rated mini travel curler if you take your lashes extraaaa seriously.
18. A unique turmeric hair detox mask to break down all the buildup from the mousse, leave-in conditioner, gel, and 27 other products you used in your hair all week. It contains apple cider vinegar, turmeric, charcoal, and green tea so your locks will be all ~purified and nourished~ ANDDD it even has chamomile flower in it that'll help calm your scalp and relieve all the itchiness.
Recommended use is biweekly or monthly.
Bounce Curl is an Assyrian-owned small hair care company that specializes in curly hair products. Their products are cruelty-free and are inspired by the founder's ancestors' traditional remedies for hair care.
Promising reviews: "This treatment is amazing! I’m def getting the bigger bottle next order! I also used it on my boyfriend's locs and it did wonders." —Sarah
"The only thing that works. I have been having a problem with buildup on my scalp for awhile now. I had tried every product that had good reviews before…Olaplex…scalp scrubbers...treatments…I bought this product on a whim because it was only $10. So happy I did. This product really works. I will continue to purchase this. Please never discontinue this product!!!!!" —Jaimee Lee Winkler
Get it from Bounce Curl for $11.
19. Maybelline Lip Lifter gloss that won't leave your lips all sticky but will still deliver some serious shine. If you're looking for a plump, moisturized pout, this stuff will give you exactly what you want, what you really really want. Cuz if you wanna be my lover, you gotta get with this gloss.
Promising review: "I keep going back to buy more colors. This is THEE gloss. You can throw it on alone and it has enough pigment to look great even without lip liner. I’ve never had a gloss wear this well without being sticky. I have some fine lip lines and it doesn’t bleed. Bonus that as it wears off, it leaves a nice bit of color without any weirdness and my lips just feel moisturized. Excellent price point that makes it fun to keep trying more colors. I just ordered my fourth and love them all. I can’t remember the last time I was this excited about a beauty product." —Natalia
Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in three sizes, 28 shades, and in a two-pack).
20. A six-pack of beauty sponges at an extremely affordable price. What's better than six sponges for half the price of one of the fancy ones?
Promising reviews: "Saw this recommended from a TikTok and never looked back. Was disappointed in the Beauty Blender’s quality and price and finally decided to make the switch. This product blends so well and doesn’t leave smudge strokes like how the Beauty Blender does. You get six sponges for the fraction of the price of a Beauty Blender! 5/5 would definitely recommend for the beauty babes!" —Michi Drinks Matcha
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.95.
21. The renowned Aztec Secret Healing Clay that'll deep-clean pores just like a vacuum sucks up dirt off a floor. Just add a little apple cider vinegar or water, mix it into a smooth paste, and apply it to your face! The amount of time to keep it on varies based on skin sensitivity, but it'll have your skin looking and feeling great.
Promising reviews: "Skincare regimen must. This does exactly what you have seen on TikToks and reviews! My skin is so soft and clean after each mask. I use this to treat skin that I shave so that my shave is smoother and closer. I will always keep this as a part of my regimen." —Joann W.
"The best face mask I've ever used. I bought this because of TikTok and do not regret it. I have really sensitive skin so I was a bit skeptical at first. I used it for about the minimum time and I could not move my face. When I took it off I was shocked and worried because my entire face looked like it was burned. If this happens to you, don’t freak out! It goes away in less than 30 minutes. The next day my acne had completely disappeared and my skin looked glowy. Normally when I do a face mask I can’t tell any difference, but with this it was super noticeable. This will be my go to face mask from now on." —kk
Get it from Amazon for $22.95.
Check out more details about this popular clay mask, plus a silicone facial applicator brush that'll help you apply your masks.
22. A jar of E.l.f. poreless primer putty so you can kiss your pores buh-bye! This primer will help you get a super smooth canvas to put your foundation on and will have you looking like your makeup was professionally airbrushed while helping to keep your beat in place. Say sayonara to your oily makeup looks and say hey boo heyyyy to a matte look.
Promising reviews: "Highly recommend. I learned about it because several influencers use it on TikTok. Tried it and it’s my favorite, better than all the expensive brands I've tried before. Smooth application and does an excellent job! Excellent." —Binnyx1
"WOW!!!! I've been looking for a pore-filling primer for some time now — I am very, very picky and usually try to use super lightweight primers because my skin is sensitive, so I was a tad bit skeptical of this because it looks so thick in the package photos. However, I'm a BELIEVER now, y'all. It's much less thick than it looks and spreads super easy and evenly. My pores are getting smaller thanks to a new skincare routine, but I've been SO frustrated trying to find a primer that will actually conceal my pores so they don't completely suck up the foundation and make me look awful. This. Is. IT! I wear the primer with Missha BB cream cushion foundation, usually I don't go for super heavy coverage because of said pores but I was able to build to a fuller coverage than what I normally would, and my skin looks smooth and moisturized. Of course if you get super up close pores are still visible but MUCH less so than they are with other primers. You can't beat this for the price. I've even tried the Maybelline Baby Skin pore filler primer and this blows it out of the water. Can't beat it, especially for the price!!!!" —Jody Ferguson
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
23. A daily facial spray that'll help balance skin pH and minimize irritation, redness, and flare-ups. Formulated to mimic the makeup of our bodies, this bad boy delivers ✨hypochlorous acid✨ (no, it's not a spell for incredible skin), which is found naturally in white blood cells.
Tower 28 is an LA-based, Asian woman-owned small biz that creates vegan and cruelty-free beauty products for all skin types.
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
Get it from Tower 28 (available in four sizes), Sephora (available in three sizes and two finishes), or Amazon (available in two sizes) for $12+.
24. A bottle of TikTok-famous Elizavecca hair treatment. It contains ceramides and collagen that'll give your hair shine and make it smooth in just five minutes! Keeping you flawless even if you don't have much time or don't feel like doing your hair.
Reviewers with all hair types recommend this treatment mask.
Promising reviews: "Hair has never been this soft and smooth before. Another gem off TikTok. This stuff is way better than Olaplex for real. Especially for the price. I have used it only a couple of times and my hair is already super soft and doesn’t get as tangled. My hair was super thin and dry from color and heat damage. It feels amazing now." —Tiffany
"I have tried everything on the market to fix my damaged, bleached hair that keeps breaking off. I stumbled across this hair treatment on TikTok and decided to give it a try. I used it for the first time yesterday and i couldn't believe how amazing it made my hair feel and look. My hair is sooo soft, shiny, bouncy and nourished. It now looks and feels like hair again. Even my boyfriend noticed a huge difference in my hair. And you know it's a GOOD product when the boyfriend notices :D. I’m going to buy a lot more of this product." —Eline
Get it from Amazon for $6.74.
25. A 50-pack of compressed facial sponges that TikTok *LOVES* cuz they have so many uses. Whether you're washing your face or trying to get a deep pore cleanse, exfoliate, or take off your face mask, you'll be reaching for one of these babies. Wet 'em and they fluff up into a thicker sponge that'll be gentle on your sensitive skin.
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 $9.98+ (available in six colors and more multipacks).
26. A tube of Essence Lash Princess Mascara so good, people will ask you "are those your lashes?" This mascara def brings as much drama as Cathy did on Dance Moms.
Promising review: "Love it, love it, love it!!! You really look like you have fake eyelashes on. This mascara is amazing! It's not thick and lumpy, and it glides on smoothly and precisely. You feel like you had a makeup artist do your eyes!!! It lasts all day — no touch-up required, no smearing, no clumping. I use soap and warm water to remove. I am 500% completely happy and satisfied!" —Very Dissatisfied !!
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in multipacks).
And check out our full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review for more details.
27. A tube of Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 that your skin will be so happy to meet. No annoying white cast, just protected, moisturized skin and an angel of a product that'll *also* help prevent hyperpigmentation.
Learn more about it on TikTok here and check out our Black Girl Sunscreen review.
It's cruelty-free, vegan, and formulated without harsh chemicals.
Black Girl Sunscreen is a Black woman-owned business.
Promising review: "Do not hesitate. Just because it says Black Girl Sunscreen does not mean others cannot use it! I recently traveled to Uganda and purchased this sunscreen from Target before travel. I shared this sunscreen with all my travel buddies of varied ethnicities and races. It worked well for all of us, protecting us from the sun in Africa! Do not delay. Purchase this product today! There is no white cast left on your skin. Blends in very easily." —Target reviewer
Get it from Target for $15.99.
28. Phytosurgence Toasted Blushes, aka the most gorgeous, earthy, unique shades your makeup routine will ever meet. They look good on literally everyone so you *may* wanna drop this in the group chat so the whole squad can enjoy these gems.
These literally stunning shades are described as lavender oat latte, brown sugar milk tea, fortified wine, and spiced chocolate bar.
Check it out on TikTok here.
Phytosurgence is a queer- and Asian-owned, Canada-based small biz.
Haley Zovickian says: "I stumbled upon Phytosurgence one day and I have never looked back. All of their products are meticulously formulated with natural ingredients and rich, unique shades that you won't be able to find anywhere else — trust me, I've looked lol. My sensitive skin loves these blushes and the blush geek in me (or fully embodying me) is SCREAMING. My personal favorite is Condensate, a cool-toned muted dusty rose, but Evaporate, a neutral smoky peach, is a crowd favorite of the bunch. Plus, they're so affordable for such high-quality. A million chef's kisses."
Get it from Phytosurgence for $15.55 (C$21; available in four shades).
29. A bottle of CeraVe Facial moisturizing lotion that'll soon show you why it's worth the hype. Packed with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and SPF 30, your skin will be left hydrated and not feeling greasy in the slightest.
Promising review: "Hands-down holy grail product. I have extremely sensitive skin. No itching, burning, or redness, my skin is combination and it moisturizes very evenly. Even helps with my natural redness and dark circles. Best product on the market." —joseph gauthier
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two scents, two sizes, and as a two-pack).
30. And a CeraVe salicylic acid body wash for some gorgeously glowing, bump-free skin. This stuff will exfoliate (without those harsh microbeads) and lift away any dead skin, leaving behind moisturizing hyaluronic acid and calming niacinamide.
Promising review: "I never do reviews...but this product WORKS! I have KP on my legs and it got rid of it 10,000%. It must be used consistently and you have to also exfoliate with an actual natural loofah or something similar, but YOU WILL SEE RESULTS. Great product for a great price! Would give 100 stars if I could!" —layla mahmoud
Get it from Amazon for $13.29.
31. An easy-to-use, *magical* little L'Oreal spray even Eva Longoria uses. Just spray some on and in literal seconds you'll have zero sign of grays.
Gray hair is still literally stunning, so check out "The Case For Rocking Those Gray Hairs" if you prefer to embrace those silvery strands!
Promising review: "This product is terrific for hiding the pesky gray hairs that start to emerge one to two weeks after coloring my hair. I have dark hair, and a lot of gray around my forehead and temple areas, so any gray hairs are beyond obvious. Once they start to peek out, I use this product and I can last another couple of weeks before coloring." —Carissa K
Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in nine shades and in a two-pack).
32. A wildly popular Nizoral anti-dandruff shampoo that uses ketoconazole 1% (could be some sort of magical potion but is *actually* an antifungal) to relieve your itchy scalp and help fight dandruff. Ah, just imagine — hair without those dreadful flakes. No more snow showers after scratching your head. Sounds like a dream come true to me.
The brand recommends using it every three to four days for up to eight weeks for best results.
Promising review: "Bruh, it is rare that I write reviews for products, and its only if the products suck usually. But this stuff works, man. I literally have only used the shampoo three times, once every other day, and my dandruff is almost completely gone. Head doesn't itch, and I feel more confident because of it. I would highly recommend for anyone struggling with dandruff. you can't beat the price for the results either." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $15.88+ (available in two styles).
33. A volcanic stone face roller to soak up excess face oil even if you're wearing makeup. This baby is reusable AND washable!! Bring it on the go and when you see your face beginning to look a little past the glazed donut stage, let this little miracle save you! No oily skin brought against us will ruin our beat faces.
Promising review: "I am in love with this! I’ve told so many people about it! I live in Louisiana which is hot and very humid. Therefore, I would get shiny often so I’d touch up with powder and by the end of the day my makeup looked cakey. So this roller is miraculous! It just glides on your face and instantly, shine is gone and better yet it doesn’t take your makeup off!" —Angie Manganello
Get it from Amazon for $9.09.
And check out this pack of natural bamboo charcoal blotting papers for another way to get rid of facial oil while *also* preserving your makeup.
34. Microfiber makeup remover cloths that'll actually remove even the most full-coverage makeup. No more of those harsh disposable makeup wipes and less spending! You can use these baddies with just water or add your fave cleanser, removing balm, or micellar water.
Promising reviews: "I've used many different microfiber facial cloths and these are the BEST EVER!! They do a fabulous job of removing makeup but feel so luxurious. Even after washing numerous times, they still feel as soft and do a super job. Ordering some more to send to friends." —Scotland
"I purchased these just as face cloths to use WITH facial cleanser, but they really do take off ALL your makeup with just warm water…even mascara and long-wear cream eyeshadow, etc. I am so super pleased with these…one of the best products I have ever purchased on Amazon!" —Adriana G.
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in 13 colors and in more multipacks).
35. A super gentle yet hydrating CeraVe eye cream with hyaluronic acid for moisture and three essential ceramides to protect the sensitive skin around your eyes. You'll look bright-eyed, fully rested, and like you're already wearing concealer.
Promising review: "Noticeable overnight! This product exceeded my expectations with just one use — very fair sensitive skin, over 50 and wanted something affordable but healthy for my eye area that's starting to build puffiness and darkness. I just put the recommended dose on at nighttime and by morning I could see a noticeable reduction in puffiness. I am already adding this to my automatic subscription — great value and result!" —Roxy - Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $13.81.
36. A tub of Vanicream Moisturizing Cream that's made without fragrances, dyes, and parabens *but* is made to help with irritated skin and eczema. You'll get a wholeeee lotta hydration without any itching, burning, or stinging.
Promising reviews: "Swear by this stuff for sensitive skin. I have sensitive skin due to rosacea and skin allergies. My dermatologist recommended Vanicream Lite Lotion for my face. It was OK, but then I discovered this stuff — the moisturizing cream in the pump. The Vanicream Moisturizing Cream is fantastic — my rosacea is so much better since switching to this stuff. It keeps my sensitive skin happy and protected. I even use it during the summer months with no problems. Vanicream made a fantastic product!" —S
Get it from Amazon for $12.76+ (available in multipacks).
37. An illuminating moisturizer to help enhance your skin's natural ✨glow✨. A perfect, lightweight alternative to heavy foundations — this is definitely calling your name.
Promising review: "Ok so last summer I took the plunge and bought that $50 Drunk Elephant glowy tan drop stuff. I used it a fair amount, it was okay, but in my opinion, not anywhere near the price I paid. It had to be mixed into my foundation to look remotely normal, which defeats the whole point of the product, which was supposed to be for an 'effortless no makeup glow'. I bought this stuff instead in the Deep shade this summer after a beach trip. This is not only an alternative for Drunk Elephant, it’s a better product. It doesn’t make you look like a glowing orange Oompa Loompa. It’s a very natural ACTUAL skin shade and sinks into your skin as you blend it in. As my tan fades, I will combine it with moisturizer but that’s all that’s necessary. If you were between this and just finally spending the money on the Drunk Elephant, get this. I wish I found it a summer sooner and saved myself the moolah." —Emily W.
Get it from Amazon for $12.48+ (available in three shades).
38. A glycolic acid peel that'll help the other products in your 38-step skincare regimen reaallllyyy absorb into your skin. It contains retinol, green tea, and cucumber that all help improve texture and brighten, and remove dull, dead skin. Bring on the radiance, the sun will start to get jealous of how bright your face is lookin'.
And speaking of the sun! Glycolic acid and retinol can make your skin a bit more sensitive (to the sun, too) so be sure that sunscreen is a part of your skin routine! Only use this for two to five minutes no more than once or twice a week depending on how sensitive your skin is.
Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely incredible. In January of 2017 I finally decided to try an at-home peel in conjunction with retinoids. Take a look at the photos I posted and you'll see how happy I am with my progress (after photo on the right taken June 2017.) I've used this peel once a week and have had incredible results. Previously I did three rounds of Fraxel, which only resulted in severe pain, peeling, and grossness. Oh yes, and an empty savings account. For 30 bucks every few months I achieved better results than I got at a dermatologist's office." —Meredith
Get it from Amazon for $29.95.
39. A hair-finishing stick for those super annoying hairs that won't cooperate when making a ponytail. It looks like mascara and will lay all those pesky flyaways and baby hairs that love to peek out. Hooray for flawless, flyaway-free hair!
Haley Zovickian says: "I use this for my 2c/3a hair, and it works beautifully. I'm prone to frizz, especially when I put my hair in a ponytail or otherwise up, and it eliminates all appearance of frizz or breakage. It's also surprisingly lightweight given how good its hold is. Can't lie, every time I use this I'm surprised all over again by how well it works. Definitely worth the investment."
Promising review: "I have super-fine hair with lots of breakage. No matter how I put my hair up I have bad flyaways. This stuff is great! So easy and it stays better and looks smoother than stiff hairspray." —Jill Stilfield
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in two sizes and in a two-pack).
40. Or an edge control gel that'll SSSSHHHHLICK those baby hairs DOWN, honeyyyy. And reviewers are raving about how this gel lasts all day; like, their edges are NOT MOVING. Chileee — witchcraft, it's gotta be, because for edges to still be laid after a gym session?! I'm shook — are you shook?
Oh, and I totally understand that laying your edges is not a necessity and isn't everyone's cup of tea! For more on this, check out "Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna."
Promising reviews: "It's so hard looking for edge control that lasts longer than five minutes on my edges but this stuff really works! It works so well and keeps your hairs from moving so even if you try to adjust any of them they'll be too stiff. Even after sweating in the gym my edges barely move and if they do, they are still a bit defined. The only thing I will caution — do not use a heavy hand because it will flake if you do. Anyways 10/10 best edge control ever!" —Keyona
"I get my hair done a lot as a Black woman and every edge control I've tried either didn't last more than an hour, or sweated out because I have a job where I do a lot of moving around and it gets very warm. This is the first edge control that actually keeps my hair in place and doesn't flake or sweat out. It's so smooth and not sticky, easy to manage and a good value for the price." —Sirena
Get it from Amazon for $4.95+ (available in six sizes and four scents).
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