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    20 Skincare Products That Are Low-Effort *And* Effective

    Caring for your skin should be as easy (and sweet) as apple pie.

    1. A Tatcha clarifying clay mask that works by subtly warming to open up and exfoliate your pores, decongesting dull skin ~without~ drying it out. Excellent for all skin types, it's rich in minerals, gentle, and leaves you with a soft, hydrated feel that'll have you wondering what you ever used to do before it.

    The clay mask

    2. A fantastic Nature Republic sheet mask set I am a personal *huge* fan of as they all feel incredible, never burn or irritate my sensitive skin, and are very easy to apply after a warm bath or shower and right before bedtime. Just place and wait!

    3. A miracle-working Hero Cosmetics pimple patch set reviewers love because it absorbs all the awful gunk under the surface of your pesky pimples and, in just six to eight hours (meaning you can safely sleep in them, the best), extracts all the pus from the whiteheads to really zap those zits. No more picking and popping... ever.

    Reviewer before and after using the pimple patches

    4. An alcohol-free Thayers witch hazel toner which I guarantee if you use right before your serum and moisturizer, you'll notice how much better *and* easily those products absorb into your skin. Use this to soothe, tone, hydrate, and balance the pH levels of your skin right after washing your face.

    reviewer's before and after of prominent pores and then smoother-looking skin

    5. A microdermabrasion skin exfoliant that'll effectively and ~gently~ remove dull, dead skin cells without scratching the surface of your gorgeous face. Made with refreshing aloe vera, jojoba oil, and chamomile extracts, simply massage and apply this goodness with warm water and then pat dry for a delightful facial buff.

    6. An amazing anti-chafe balm so you don't ever again have to deal with the dreaded rash caused and worsened by sweaty skin rubbing together in the heat. This stuff is great before runs and long walks and contains sweet almond oils and coconuts to naturally keep your skin moisturized and feeling fabulous. Plus, all it requires is a quick swipe before you head out the door. What could be easier?

    Model using the anti-chafe balm

    7. A New York Biology dead sea mud mask to draw out pesky toxins and oils, reduce pore size and tighten skin for a visibly healthier complexion. Go ahead and pamper yourself and make a night of using it while bingeing Netflix; you more than deserve it.

    8. An Origins Vitamin C and Niacinamide eye cream if you're suffering from dark circles and general puffiness (ugh, the worst). Just a dab a day will instantly help de-puff, reduce the appearance of under-eye bags, and, best of all, you can wear this goodness underneath your makeup.

    The eye cream in both colors available

    9. A downright delectable Eos shea butter shaving cream that glides on oh-so-smooth and leaves your legs, underarms, and yes, even intimate areas moisturized, protected, and soft as heck. It's like paradise in a bottle (and smells incredible no matter which scent you choose).

    The orange shaving cream

    10. A PanOxyl acne foaming wash made to cleanse, treat and counter acne, unclogging pores and killing acne-causing bacteria while preventing new blemishes from forming. It's the maximum strength benzoyl peroxide amount you can buy without a prescription, making it a most excellent choice for pimple management all over your body.

    11. A soothing ice face roller for an absolutely ~exquisite~ feel on your face and an enhanced natural glow. Not to mention, it keeps you cool as a cucumber on even the hottest of summer days (and can be used all over your body to boot). Simply fill with water, freeze, and apply to your skin in 30-second intervals to tighten, de-puff, and essentially act as cryotherapy for your face. Let's hear it for the ice, ice, baby.

    12. A black obsidian gua shua tool that feels like you're getting a luxurious face massage each time you use it. Use it to increase circulation, de-stress, de-puff, and aid *all* your serums and oils into sinking deeper into your skin, leaving your face naturally nourished.

    Model using the black obsidian gua shua tool

    13. A Eucerin redness relief night creme if you're anything like me and suffer from rosacea (re: visible blushing, flushing, and reddened blood vessels on your face). This helps to stop flare-ups in their tracks! Simply apply the fragrance-free formula before bed and sleep well knowing you'll wake up to clearer, calmer skin.

    14. A glow-giving vitamin C + turmeric face oil specially formulated to boost and brighten skin and restore it to its healthy-looking luster. Simply massage it into your face and neck day and/or night and get ready to look and feel *radiant,* darling.

    The face oil

    15. A Sun Bum SPF 50 sunscreen face stick designed to cleanly glide over your ears, neck, face, and any other area you're determined to protect from the harsh and potentially damaging UV rays of the sun. Wear it daily under your makeup and make sure to reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or two hours of sweating. Best of all, it's super portable (and smells like coconut, yum).

    Review photo of the sunscreen face stick

    16. A Tarte H20 hydrating boost moisturizer that's like a big, delicious drink of water for your face. This cool, tingly gel is deeply hydrating and feels *amazing* as it awakens and refreshes, so use it morning and night for a flawless complexion.

    17. A set of flexible silicone face cleansers sure to become your new skincare besties as they're a snap to clean, quick-drying, and leave no residue behind after they aid in scrubbing and exfoliating your skin with their soft, thick bristles. So good.

    Four of the silicone face cleansers

    18. A moisture- and collagen-boosting lip mask made for sleeping because, if you haven't yet noticed, the very best skincare products tend to work well while you slumber and get your beauty rest. Dry, chapped, and cracking lips be warned: once this is in use, your days are numbered.

    19. A makeup-removing cleansing balm you'll LOVE if you're like me and tend to apply your makeup so well, it takes quite a bit of effort to get it off before bed. Melt away stubborn shadow, gloss and assorted gunk with this award-winning, hydrating formula, and forget about waking up with stains and smudges on your pillowcase anymore.

    The cleansing balm

    20. And a tropical mango exfoliating shea sugar scrub that works as some of the best skin conditioner you'll ever experience, scrubbing, smoothing, and softening skin all over your body to a satisfying, dewy glow. How sweet life can be with this bb.

    The sugar scrub

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