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1. Sweet Chef Turmeric + Vitamin C Booster Eye Cream brightens, smooths, and eliminates puffy eyes with anti-inflammatory turmeric and vitamin C. The gel formula also works fabulously under makeup or on its own.
2. E.l.f. Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm removes every last stubborn trace of makeup in a snap — everything from waterproof mascaras to long-wearing eyeshadows. It's like magic in a bottle, ya know?
3. Frank body A-Beauty Coffee Scrub exfoliates and buffs away dead skin cells while fighting acne *AND* reducing the appearances of scars. These incredible benefits are due to ingredients like kakadu plum, macadamia oil, eucalyptus, and finger lime (a naturally occurring AHA).
4. Megababe Thigh Rescue Anti-Chafe Stick creates a friction-free barrier to prevent the dreaded summer thigh chaffing. Wear all the shorts and dresses you like with this clever product.
5. Anomaly Deep Conditioning Treatment Mask conditions dry and damaged hair with a maaajor dose of hydration from castor and avocado oil. Say goodbye to that super knotty post-pool or beach hair, and hello to incredibly smooth hair.
6. Bare Republic Mineral Face Sunscreen Lotion protects your face from all the harsh effects from the sun. The SPF 30 lotion blends seamlessly, leaving no streaks or whitecast whatsoever.
7. NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette provides you with tons of bright summer shades! Highly pigmented and easily blendable, you're going to find new ways to wear this palette every day until Labor Day.
8. BYBI Bakuchiol Booster Facial Treatment improves texture, reduces pigmentation, and makes skin feel smooth and softer. If you're someone whose skin is too sensitive for retinol, this plant-based retinol alternative will give you similar results.
9. Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream gives skin a much-needed dose of hydration to battle the dramatic temperature changes of summer — like stepping from freezing air conditioning to the sweltering heat outside. Its key ingredients, including algae extract, vitamin E, and glycerin, are real hydration heroes.
10. Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% minimizes pores, improves texture, and decreases breakouts. The serum contains niacinamide, which improves a variety of skin concerns without causing any irritation.
11. CND Vinylux Weekly Nail Polish Top Coat gives long-lasting results with zero chipping — even when used with lower quality polish. If you're all about the at-home mani, give this incredible top coat a try.
12. Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer achieves the ultimate perfect sun-kissed glow. It's super easy to apply and contains murumuru butter, which hydrates and nourishes the skin. We love makeup with skincare benefits!
13. The Lip Bar Vegan Matte Liquid Lipstick provides incredibly pigmented and totally mask-proof color. It also stays on through everything (eating, drinking, whistling, pouting) and goes on smooth without drying. Say hello to your favorite bright summer lip!
14. MegaBabe Bust Dust helps keep clothing and skin free of summer sweat. Reviewers swear by it during the hottest of summer days. And the formula is free of talc, aluminum, and other bad-for-you ingredients.
15. La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair UV Face Moisturizer works to provide soothing hydration to damaged skin while protecting it from the sun. Read: Your summer skin savior.
16. Versed Back-Up Plan Acne-Control Body Mist uses salicylic acid, tea tree oil, and witch hazel to help eliminate body acne. Together, the trio works to get rid of breakouts on your back, chest, and body as quickly as possible — all you have to do it spray!
17. Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patches shrink zits overnight, which is actually a necessity, especially with MASKNE. You'll wake up with your zit visibly shrunken in size and less inflamed — I can personally attest to this.
18. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Water Gel Facial Moisturizer uses hyaluronic acid to attract and lock in moisture, leaving you super hydrated. Since the formula is oil-free, it won't make you break out and it can be worn alone or underneath makeup.
19. Burt's Bees Detoxifying Clay Mask draws impurities and excess oil from pores while protecting and hydrating your skin. It'll keep your skin free from clogged pores and summer sweat breakouts!
20. ROC Retinol Correct Serum diminishes the appearance of deep-set wrinkles, decreases hyperpigmentation, and clears any breakouts. Just make sure to use SPF with it, as your skin can become super sensitive while using it.
21. Honest Beauty Clean Corrective Tinted Moisturizer with Vitamin C and Blue Light Defense ups the ante on both your makeup and skincare game. The CC cream evens out your skin tone, while the SPF and vitamin C protect your skin from harmful free radicals, UVA and UVB rays!
22. SLMD Skincare Salicylic Acid Cleanser targets blackheads and acne while improving skin texture and tone. Because it is super potent, it's recommended to use every other day by reviewers.
23. Sun Bum Original Sunscreen Lotion provides ~all~ the UVA/UVB protection you could possibly need this summer. Since it's both water resistant and reef-safe, it's perfect for beach or pool usage. And the coconut scent will remind you that it's ~finally~ summer.
24. I Dew Care Let's Get Sheet Faced Skincare Set includes 14 face masks that do literally everything: soothe skin, provide a burst of hydration, brighten tired complexions and much, much more. Plus, the masks are safe for everyday use, so you can have a spa day everyday.
25. Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Deep Pore Cleansing Facial Treatment cleanses clogged pores and fight breakouts. Just mix the bentonite clay powder with apple cider vinegar to unleash this bottle of sorcery.
26. Bliss Bright Idea Vitamin C + Tri-Peptide Collagen Protecting & Brightening Serum keeps your complexion bright and free of dullness without the hefty price tag of a facial. Licorice root, the MVP ingredient, adds an extra boost of brightening power, eliminating acne and dark spots.
27. Dove Beauty Refresh + Care Fresh Coconut Dry Shampoo banishes greasy strands with a single spray. It absorbs oil and reinvigorates your hair to keep it looking fresh — even on the sweatiest of summer days.
28. Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara lengthens lashes to the sky (hence the name). Using bamboo extract and fibers, this TikTok viral star provides awesome volume with just one swipe.
29. Brite No Yellow Hair Mask eliminates summer brassy tones in a jiffy. It also makes hair feel softer and look super shiny. Plus, the mask is gentle enough for those of us with sensitive scalps. Sign me up!
30. Tanologist's Drop Sunless Tanning Treatment gives you that perfect sun-kissed glow without any sunburn — or sun damage. Customize your glow and apply anywhere between two to 12 drops.
31. W3LL People Bio Tint Moisturizer with SPF 30 conceals any and all skin imperfections while providing incredible sun protection. It'll moisturize with a tinted satin finish, giving the perfect summer "no-makeup" makeup look.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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