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    37 Beauty And Skincare Products Our Readers Loved In 2018

    *Face* it — these are really and truly great.

    1. S&T Always Off Makeup Remover Cloths do what they say they will, removing every single trace of dirt and makeup (even waterproof formulas!) with just water. And the cloths are super soft, so you won't have to resort to harsh scrubbing that can dry out your face.

    2. Fenty Stunna Lip Paint looks amazing on everyone — and the universal red shade was so beloved among lipstick lovers, they came out with for more must-have shades.

    3. Nip + Fab Daily Cleansing Pads contain 2.8% glycolic acid for gentle chemical exfoliation, revealing brighter and clearer skin every day — plus hyaluronic acid for moisture and witch hazel to tone and soothe.

    4. Mighty Patch Pimple Patches absorb pus and oil from *inside* the zit, protecting skin from further damage and reinfection so you don't have to hot compress, pop, ooze, scar, and repeat.

    5. Glossier Solution is an easy-to-use exfoliant chockfull of promising acids (AHA, BHA, and PHA, oh my!) that reduce acne and dark spots, brighten, improve skin tone and texture, unclog pores, exfoliate, and reduce signs of stress. Like, that's a lot of stuff.

    6. Coty Airspun Powder creates a flawless finish to your foundation that won't turn shiny, crease, or fade all day.

    7. L'Oréal Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara builds up for dramatic, full, and fluttery lashes and NEVER leaves smudges under your eyes.

    8. Tarte Wipeout Color-Correcting Palette has everything you need to counteract and neutralize redness, discoloration, dark circles, brighten, and more.

    9. Neutrogena Anti-Residue Shampoo is ideal for using every few washes to remove all the product residue and buildup you've accumulated with styling — boosting volume in the process.

    10. Tend Skin stops ingrown hairs and skin irritation in their tracks, making it the perfect post-shaving product with a cult following for a reason.

    11. Natural Premium Bamboo Charcoal Oil-Blotting Tissues swipe away that shiny 3 p.m. forehead — without disturbing your makeup. Keep a pack at your desk, keep a pack in your purse, and live an oily skin–free life.

    12. Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask works like a facial WHILE YOU SLEEP — the breathable, oh-so bouncy formula is made with soothing watermelon (duh), hyaluronic acid, and AHAs to moisturize *and* resurface your skin while you snooze. Aaaand it won't get all over your pillow.

    13. Thayers Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel Toner is packed with good-for-your-skin ingredients like witch hazel (duh!) and aloe vera to refine even sensitive skin. It can help calm flare-ups or breakouts and improve skin tone over time.

    14. Benefit Watt's Up applies like a dream, thanks to the cream-to-powder formula and the built-in sponge brush ideal for subtle strobing.

    15. L'Oreal Blow It Spray cuts down your drying time while protecting your hair from heat damage (because your arms don't need a whole workout when you're trying to get ready), all while achieving salon-quality softness.

    16. Glossier Boy Brow makes thickening, filling in, and grooming your brows easier than ever — the tinted gel formula and mascara-like wand do it all with just one swipe!

    17. CeraVe Eye Repair Cream reduces the appearance of *both* dark circles and under-eye puffiness with a blend of marine and botanical extracts, plus ceramides for lasting hydration.

    18. Living Proof Dry Shampoo quickly absorbs hair oil and sweat, while boosting volume and smelling ahh-mazing for the best hair of your life (even if you haven't washed it in days and days).

    19. Bye Bye Blemish Acne Treatment Drying Lotion is infused with salicylic acid, sulfur, and other all-natural ingredients to dry out acne spots without drying out your skin. Don't shake before use! Just dip a Q-tip right in and apply.

    20. Elizavecca Witch Piggy Pore Control Serum contains 97% hyaluronic acid (which can carry up to 10 TIMES its weight in water), adding a serious boost of hydration and lasting moisture to your skin — and it can help reduce the appearance of pores.

    21. Peace Out Pore Treatment Strips absorb dirt, excess oil, sebum, and dead skin from deep within pores, clarifying pores to help reduce their appearance *while* preventing blackheads.

    22. Covergirl Perfect Point Eyeliner glides on for sharp, gel-like wings — and it has a smudging tool on the other side for effortless smoky eyes. Just twist up (no sharpening required) and draw.

    23. Tarte Shape Tape Concealer is sold *every 12 seconds*. Why? It provides super full coverage, blends flawlessly, and won't flake or crease, covering anything and everything you want it to.

    24. Murad Invisiblur™ Perfecting Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ works as a multi-use treatment, primer, and sunscreen that diminishes fine lines and improves the texture of your skin.

    25. Schick Silk Touch-Up Multipurpose Tool shapes eyebrows, trims/removes facials hairs, and exfoliates skin as a dermaplane (have you watched as many dermaplane facial vids as I have) — all with one little tool.

    26. Tarte Minutes to Mermaid Brush Set comes with five ~fintastic~ (vegan + cruelty free) brushes to tackle different areas of your face — and they'll look really pretty displayed on your vanity too.

    27. Fanola No Yellow Shampoo neutralizes yellow tones and brassiness for platinum locks — all in one to three minutes and *without* a trip to the salon.

    28. Philosophy Renewed Hope In A Jar refines the texture of skin with a blend of AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids, aka chemical exfoliants), three(!) forms of mega-hydrating hyaluronate, and Asian fruit extracts to boost your glow. That's a lot of work for one jar.

    29. The fan-favorite Wet brush detangles even the most stubborn hair...WITHOUT ripping it from your scalp.

    30. Maple Holistics Biotin Shampoo nourishes hair and stimulates your scalp, removing follicle-damaging buildup and helping your hair grow fuller and stronger with vitamin B5 and coconut oil.

    31. Tarte Pearly Girl Teeth-Whitening Pen gently brightens you chompers with a vegan, no-mess calcium complex formula you can just brush on and go.

    32. Glossier Generation G is the low-maintenance lip tint you need for those days you want a pop of color but don't really want to put any effort in.

    33. Reecho Synthetic Clip-In Extensions make it look like you grew mermaid-worthy hair overnight. We're talking 2,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, too!

    34. Fresh Sugar Roll-on Deodorant Antiperspirant controls odor, squashes perspiration, and prevents bacteria with an alcohol-free formula that won't irritate your skin.

    35. Or for something a little stronger: ZeroSweat Antiperspirant can reduce sweat for up to SEVEN DAYS, saving all your white shirts from pesky yellow stains once and for all.

    36. Benefit They're Real Mascara curls, separates, lengthens, and volumizes for dramatic, "are you wearing falsies?" lashes in just a few strokes.

    37. Tifara Flexible Curling Rods ensure an amazing head of twists and curls is only one sleep away. Wrap your hair around the outside, twist the flexible rod into a loop, c-, or s-shape and then... go to bed!

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