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1. A cuticle oil that'll restore your shredded nails after a gel mani. A combination of sweet almond oil, vitamin E, and jojoba softens the cuticle and strengthens your claws so you'll be proud to show them off.
Promising review: "This product is amazing. I've always had acrylic or dipped nails because my real nails have always been brittle and always break and peel. I decided to give my nails a break and wanted to try and grow them out. I can't even believe the outcome! They are stronger than ever and growing! I really wish I had taken a before pic to show the difference!" —JOE D.
Get it from Amazon for $9.90.
2. A collagen-coating hair treatment if your dry, damaged, and overprocessed strands could use a little TLC. This reparative five-minute hair mask will revive your mane and leave it soft, silky, and smooth.
Promising review: "My hair used to be really soft, and then I discovered hot tools and hair dye. While my hair looks good I really missed the soft texture. This works so well. There are no instructions on the box but I washed my hair with my usual shampoo, towel dried it, worked about two quarter-sized dollops through my hair, let it sit for 20 minutes and then rinsed out. I went to bed with wet hair which usually results in my hair being kind of tangled and rough-looking but I woke up and my hair was as soft and silky as it was before I started coloring it. I'm totally in love with this product, I have long fine hair but this doesn't leave it greasy or weigh it down. I'll definitely buy again." —Ellie
Get it from Amazon for $7.62.
Read our Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment review to learn more about why my colleague calls it, "the miracle product I've been searching for."
3. Or a moisturizing hair treatment for a quick burst of hydration in eight seconds — eight! It'll leave your mane feeling silkier, softer, and smoother after washing.
Promising review: "I don’t usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn’t take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $9.87.
4. A foot file so your heels are in sandal-ready condition. Rub gently and watch the dead skin and calluses fall like shredded cheese to reveal baby soft heels.
Promising review: "Honestly, I’m going to be blunt...this product is AMAZING!! I’ve struggled with dry, cracked, peeling feet for such a long time! I always thought it was bad lotions, lack of moisturizer or wearing socks for prolonged periods and I’ve tried EVERYTHING, and I mean EVERYYYTHING to try and fix my feet. Hiding behind sneakers in the summer, packing lotion on or wearing socks to bed with my man is no longer needed. This product is NEEDED in your life. No bs. I’m obsessed and I want to order one for every one in my family with dry feet like me! DO NOT regret buying this. It was a steal!" —Natalie Gomez
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
5. A cruelty-free lengthening mascara because you're tired of mascaras that don't live up to their promises. This one won't let you down — I promise! It's lightweight, won't transfer, doesn't smudge, and lasts all day. Consider your expectations exceeded!
Promising review: "Love this mascara! I’ve used the 'best of the best' designer, super hyped, ultra popular mascara available and NOTHING compares to this stuff! I don’t even bother using a lash curler anymore! I buy two at a time so I always have a spare (yes, it’s that good!!). I highly recommend this particular mascara...it goes on effortlessly, it lasts pretty much all day, and the price — I feel like I’m almost stealing it! I’d give it 10 stars if I could!!!" —Chulaboola & MCD
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
6. A Maybelline concealer to mask dark circles and reduce under-eye puffiness (because what is sleep?). This may be what feels like the millionth Monday you've woken up wishing it was still the weekend, but at least you'll look fresh, well-rested, and ready to take on the day.
Promising review: "I have extremely dark under eye circles. I've used numerous kinds of concealers. Tarte Shape Tape, Mary Kay, Estee Lauder (assorted kinds), IT Cosmetics Bye Bye under eye, Clinique, Laura Mercier, Mac, and Bobbi Brown. I usually spend anywhere from $25–30 on one tube of concealer and still feel unsatisfied with the coverage. Or it looks too heavy and thick by the time I set with a damp makeup sponge and powder (accentuating my under eye fine lines). This little gem is great. I use this concealer every day instead of all my high end brand concealers. It's full coverage, buildable, lasts all day, not drying and not too liquidy. I'm so happy I gave this a try, will definitely be keeping this baby in my every day makeup bag." —Brittney
Get it from Amazon for $8.75+ (available in 18 shades).
Check out my colleague's Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer review and learn why it's her favorite.
7. A pack of Schick dermaplaning razors that'll take care of stray hairs the minute you notice them. Reviewers also say they're great for shaving peach fuzz so makeup applies more evenly.
Check out a reviewer using this dermaplaning razor on TikTok here!
Promising review: "I saw these on TikTok and was skeptical but they work so well. I use them for any facial peach fuzz and to shape my eyebrows and they're perfect." —Megan Kopicko
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.67.
8. A long-wear lip tint if you want a weightless formula that packs a punch when it comes to color payoff and longevity.
Promising review: "Product was great. Lasted all day through eating, drinking and a dip in the ocean, which we know is sea salt. It doesn't take much and it isn't drying to your lips." —Latoya Renae
Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (available in 23 colors).
9. Some acne patches for those days when a pimple pops up at the *worst* possible moment. Hydrocolloid, tea tree oil, and calendula oil are gentle on the skin while still drawing out fluids and pus from your pimple.
Promising review: "I have tried many of the acne patches that are becoming increasingly popular. This is by far the best brand I have tried. There is a good variety of sizes in this packet. I wash my face in the evening and apply a patch. In the morning, the patch is clearly filled and the size of the pimple has significantly reduced and redness is gone. It is honestly a lifesaver and it is an absolute steal for the price!" —Brankica Cosic
Get 40 round patches from Amazon for $8.49 (also available in XL square patches).
10. The TikTok-famous poreless putty primer so your skin looks like it has an IRL filter on it. This is the secret to hiding your pores and getting your makeup to stay all day. An added bonus? It contains squalene to protect and hydrate your skin.
Promising review: "I can’t think of a time I was more satisfied with a beauty product. I’m a frequent e.l.f. buyer because their products are so cheap and they’re usually pretty decent quality but this product went above and beyond my highest expectations. I put this primer on and I literally watched my pores disappear! The only downside is it’s a little greasy but for $8 it’s completely worth it! I’ll be dumping my $35 Smashbox primer for this ASAP!" —Chandler
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
11. A scalp massager because a relaxing scalp massage is great for getting that blood flowing to your head while simultaneously breaking down buildup (hello hairspray and dry shampoo) that's making your hair oily and difficult to style.
Promising review: "I saw this little thing all over TikTok and everyone swore by it. To be honest, they’re right and I now swear by it. It’s perfectly soft and sturdy to massage the scalp. Works shampoo into roots, helps with dry skin and such. I absolutely love it and I use it every time I wash my hair. I most definitely would recommend to anyone. Don’t hesitate." —Z
Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in three colors).
12. An Etude House drying powder to help control your skin's oil production and keep your face from looking greasy. You can also apply it to your hair (make sure you dust off the residue) so your roots look freshly washed.
Some reviewers apply it before their makeup while others find it works best on top of their foundation. You may need to experiment to find the right order for you.
Promising review: "I'm 36 and have struggled with oily, acne-prone skin my whole life. Why did no one tell me about this sooner??? I use a kabuki brush (instead of the small velvet pad they provide) and spread a thin layer of powder all over my face after all other skincare products and before foundation. It literally keeps me shine free for my 18-hour work shifts! On especially hot and humid days, I'll reapply this *lightly* over my makeup halfway through the day. It also seems to have cleared up the smaller blemishes around my nose and chin! Hooray! I wish I could give it more than 5 stars." —RZ
Get it from Amazon for $7.
13. A triangle powder puff that'll give your skin that airbrushed look. You can use it with wet or dry products, but reviewers swear it's the secret to applying setting powder that isn't cakey and doesn't crease.
Promising review: "I've been powdering my face for far longer than I want to say, but this puff is sheer heaven. I'd give this 100 stars!" —TIM DUNHAM
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 15 color combinations).
14. A detangling brush for 3A–4C hair if you've ever fantasized about snapping your current hair brush over your knee. This revolutionary brush has eight flexible comb arms with dozens of bristles that'll painlessly unknot your hair whether it's wet or dry.
Promising review: "This brush is head-ready for the type hair advertised! It's a great head scrubber when shampooing, or detangling and defining coils!/curls. I love it! The lightweight airiness of the brush is easy to hold and keep clean!" —Yogii
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in five colors).
15. A soap brows kit for anyone who wants to try this beauty trend they've seen all over TikTok. This method will help make your brows look thicker using just your existing hairs. And of course you can go in with a brow pen or powder to add even more fullness.
Promising reviews: "Great product! Just as advertised." —Rabbits And Rainbows
"I was looking for a good soap for soap brows for so long! I have super dark brow hair and the problem I have with most bar soap is it will get each throughout the day or super sudsy and white. This product did not! It was amazing and left my brows in whatever direction I wanted!!!" —Savannah
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
16. Or a no-fuss clear eyebrow gel so each hair stays exactly where you want it.
17. A Rimmel setting spray because you want your makeup to maintain that matte look all day — and by all day, we mean all. day. It controls shine, locks in your makeup, dries quickly, and is oil-free.
18. A Mielle rosemary mint scalp oil to help smooth split ends, moisturize dry scalps, and deeply nourish 3A–4C hair. TikTok is absolutely obsessed with this biotin-infused hair-strengthening oil so you better grab it before it sells out.
Promising review: "I have been in the market for a good quality hair/scalp oil for my overprocessed hair. It got very dry, brittle, and frizzy after my last color job. I heard about this product and after reading the reviews took the plunge to buy it. I noticed difference after the first use. It's understandable that hair loss will take a while to stop with continued use but my hair feels softer and more shinier than before. Plus the frizziness has toned down by a 1000. I would give 10 stars if I could to this product." —Mona Shanbhag
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
19. A pair of exfoliating mitts that'll make you go, "Oh, gross!" the next time you shower. They're made of a viscose fiber that buffs away beads of dead skin (you'll literally be able to see them) to reveal buttery, baby soft skin underneath — and probably make you feel like a lizard shedding its skin.
Promising review: "I use a loofah everyday, so I just bought this to use once a week, not thinking it would do much if anything. Man, was I wrong!!! I read reviews, viewed pictures, and watched the videos. I assumed they all used tanning products or spray tans, because the skin in the tub was brown/black. OMG, mine was too!!! I haven't tanned in 15 or so years. It was gross. On the bright side, my skin really does feel great. Just get it, seriously..." —Kim McMahon
Get them from Amazon for $9.99 (also available individually).
20. A hair wax stick if you don't want to deal with the mess of a gel or hairspray. Reviewers swear by it for laying their wigs, relaxed hair, and edges without looking greasy. A little goes a long way with this one!
It goes without saying that you 100% do not need to lay your edges if you don't want to!
Promising review: "OMG love this product and it lasted all day! Finally an easy neat solution to edge control. Great price too." —A. Harleaux
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
21. Or a hair finishing stick for those random strands that escape from ponytails and buns. You'll thank me for buying this when you're running late and need to tidy your look.
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 hair spray." —Jill Stilfield
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
22. A set of face mask brushes so you're not transferring yucky bacteria into your pots and tubs of cream and serum.
Plus, their silicone bristles help prevent breakouts (fingers = bacteria) and are easier to clean than traditional brushes and distribute product more evenly!
Promising reviews: "I absolutely love these. I saw them on TikTok and ordered them right away. I've been using them for months now and they make applying masks so much easier. I get a much more even application than I did with my hands or with other brushes. Extremely easy to use, clean, and store. Love love love!" —caterina
"I love these silicone brushes; they helped me keep bacteria definitely to a minimum on my face, which is the goal when you don't want acne. It also makes the products that I use last way longer, because I can get everything out of the jar and I can spread the products on my face so much more evenly." —Marisol Porrata-Roman
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $5.50.
23. A cruelty-free brightening facial scrub because consistently exfoliating is just good skincare 101. A combo of sea kelp, lemon peel, French green clay, and Madonna lily can slough away the dry, flaky dead skin cells and de-gunk your pores to help reduce breakouts.
Promising review: "I swear your skin can NOT get any cleaner after using this glorious product. I even have my boyfriend using it, when he previously just used soap on his face, ugh. But this exfoliating cleanser is perfection! You can feel an instant difference and no wonder why Allure rated it one of their best and highly reviewed beauty products. You can't lose with this stuff." —Brian Shocklee
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
24. A cruelty-free NYX matte lipstick with fantastic color payoff and lasting power to get your money's worth. It won't get dry and flaky on your lips, plus you can always top it off with a ~poppin'~ gloss of your choice.
Promising review: "I love lipsticks and have a lot but I hate paying high prices. This lipstick does exactly what it says and is inexpensive so I can buy a ton of them!" —Sharon Hope
Get it from Amazon for $4.40+ (available in 37 shades).
25. And speaking of glosses, a long-lasting, super hydrating clear lip gloss that'll add the perfect amount of shine without feeling sticky.
The rosehip oil gloss is designed to reduce fine lines on your lips. The mint oil gloss creates a cooling sensation. And the coconut oil gloss is for lips that need extra hydration.
Promising review: "Bought on a whim and I love these! I will be buying more." —Anashia Pendleton
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $4.49.
26. A Maybelline liquid foundation if no other foundation has been able to deal with your oily skin. This medium coverage foundation is designed for people with normal to oily skin and offers SPF 18 and a natural-looking matte finish.
JSYK dermatologists say you need at least SPF 30 to protect your skin — so this foundation is a great place to start but you'll need another layer of sun protection on top of that!
Promising review: "I am in my mid-60s. The good news is that I don't have wrinkles because I have oily skin. The bad news is that I break out because I have oily skin. This foundation is the very best I've used to control the oil! It feels like a liquid powder, goes on smoothly, de-emphasizes large pores and scars, doesn't get shiny (except for my nose, which is impossible to control anyhow), and lasts all day. In fact, even in the pandemic as I've been staying home for the past year, I still wear it because it not only controls the oil but controls the breakouts. And no setting powder required." —Broadway Baby
Get it from Amazon for $6.94 (available in 29 shades).
27. A waterproof NYX liquid eyeliner for drawing wings that are sharper than your biting sarcasm.
Promising review: "I put this eyeliner on around noon, went on several walks, got very sweaty throughout the day, and even took a shower and the only reason it smudged was because I was rubbing my eyes. The shower water itself did nothing to this eyeliner. I'd say it does what's advertised and I highly recommend it and would buy it again." —Zoe Stigdon
Get it from Amazon for $8.95+ (available in two colors).
28. A Mario Badescu rosewater facial spray so you can refresh yourself anytime, anywhere — whether that's after a grueling workout or three hours on the couch.
Try storing it in the fridge for an extra pick-me-up on hot days — it's a game-changer!
Promising review: "I enjoy the refreshing, cooling sensation this gives when sprayed on the face; it gives a boost of hydration before my moisturizer and also works well as a setting spray. But the best benefit I've gotten is from spraying it in my hair! My limp, thin, baby-fine hair has never looked better or felt stronger." —Laura B
Get a four-ounce bottle from Amazon for $7.
29. An air-dry leave-in cream because frizz-free curls that are bouncy, defined, and hydrated doesn't require a blow dryer.
Promising review: "I'm so grateful that I found this product. My hair is wavy and frizzy. Every once in a great while, my waves resemble curls, but the frizz is always there. I've only used this product one time so far, and I never want to be without it. I put some on after towel drying (no brushing) my hair, and my waves actually resembled curls! It wasn't instant, so I was skeptical, but after about 15 minutes, I caught a glimpse of my hair in the mirror, and I was amazed. It looked styled rather than a ratty mess. I slept on it, and it still looked great in the morning!!!" —mich0610
Get it from Amazon for $7.34.
30. An ultra hydrating Dr. Scholl's foot mask to repair and soften feet with a spa-like experience thanks to the relaxing essential oil blend. *Rough, dry, and cracked skin has left the chat*
31. A pack of bamboo oil-blotting sheets that'll soak up the shine from your forehead so your face doesn't look like an oil slick come 3 p.m.
Promising review: "At 68 years old, I am making my first purchase of 'oil blotting' papers. I must say I was skeptical. But, I was quite pleasantly surprised that the 'papers' do remove the oil that causes the shine. Admittedly, I handle things awkwardly (probably using more 'papers' than necessary). However, the product does work. And work well." —John R. Spencer
Get a pack of 100 sheets from Amazon for $6.95 (available in three scents).
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