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1. A pack of oil blotting sheets that you can bring with you wherever you go, which makes for an easy touchup. One sheet is enough for your entire face and will soak up any excess oil, leaving your skin feeling fresh.
Promising review: "These are amazing! They are easy to use, do a much better job at absorbing oil than other products, and leave my skin feeling great. For people without oily skin, I can see how this may dry your face out, but for those of us who truly need this product, it’s awesome. I wear way less makeup now and never have to touch it up. I can just use these sheets to get any excess oil in the middle of the day and my face looks like I just redid my makeup!" —Megan
Get it from Amazon for $6.95 (available in charcoal, green tea, and rose).
2. A makeup spatula (as seen on Shark Tank) so you can get every cent out of your favorite beauty products. With this, you won't be cringing every time you throw out your concealer that still has a quarter left in it.
3. A portable razor that comes with two razor cartridges, a soap bar, and spray bottle all packed into one. If you missed a spot while shaving, just whip this baby out and shamelessly remove those pesky hairs.
Alleyoop is a woman-owned small biz that specializes in easy-to-use, time- and space-saving products with multiple uses to simplify your beauty routine.
Promising review: "I love this product. I took it on a recent vacation and it really is a time saver. The moisturizer bar it comes with is soo nice. I usually get a little itchy after shaving but the fact that you can rub in the excess product on the shaved area has helped with itch and ingrown hairs. Now that I'm not on vacation I use it right before I go the pool, I seriously take this thing everywhere." —Karlie Hanson
Get it from Amazon for $14 (available in two colors).
4. A hair wax stick to tame those baby hairs and flyaways when you want a slick-back look. The castor oil formula smooths hair frizz and controls edges to wherever you need to apply it!
Promising review: "I have this product everywhere I go, and for every hairstyle, this product helps lay those flyaways down and perfect for that clean slicked-back look. I have this for almost every hairstyle to make it look more clean and put together, and the product doesn't leave a white mark or chunks of wax in your hair; you just see how beautiful your hair looks with no extra hair going all over the place, and the size of the stick allows you to fit it in your bag and be ready for quick touch-ups." —maile
Get it from Amazon for $8.29.
5. A bottle of Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector for repairing hair damage and split ends. Summer is here, so you know what that means — the dreadful frizz. This hydrates frizzy hair and can be used on all hair types and textures. Cue the slo-mo hair flip!
Promising review: "A VERY noticeable difference after just one use. I was on the fence of buying this for a while because it's more than I usually spend but it is absolutely worth it. I let it sit for about 30 minutes, then after shampooing and blow drying my hair was much shinier, less frizz and my ends looked much more moisturized and with fewer split ends." —Michelle Holly
6. A bottle of Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray to keep your makeup in place for up to 16 hours! So even if you find yourself sobbing after a Titatic watch party, your makeup isn't going anywhere boo!
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says: "I first put this setting spray to the test for a wedding that involved taking several trains in and out of Manhattan on a hot day and being in crowded rooms where airflow was ~limited~. As such, I was sweating up a storm, but my makeup looked *flawless* by the time I got home that night — all thanks to this Urban Decay setting spray that I knew after one use I'd be repurchasing. I'm new to setting sprays, so it felt weird at first to spray something *on top* of my carefully crafted makeup look, but it dried in no time without messing anything up. It also didn't feel heavy or sticky on my face — it didn't feel like anything at all, actually — and my makeup looked better than it ever has after hours of wear. (For reference, I have dry, sensitive skin, and it caused me no issues.)
"Soon after that event, I put it to an even bigger task: surviving sweat, tears, and 12 hours of wear for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour. My makeup look (pictured above) was done by 2 p.m., and thanks to my now highly trusted Urban Decay spray, it stayed completely intact (minus the lipstick I purposefully wiped off while scarfing down post-concert pizza) until the time I got home just after 2 a.m. Here's what it endured during that time span: multi-leg public transportation to and from the venue, waiting in lines under the blaring sun to get in, a number of meals and drinks, jumping, screaming, and literally full-on crying a few times during the show. My liquid eyeliner, eyeshadow, non-waterproof mascara, foundation, blush, and even glitter (for the most part) were unfazed, and I owe it all to this setting spray."
Get it from Amazon for $36.
7. A bottle of Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant that activates with water to release papain enzymes and salicylic acid to help reduce fine lines, fight acne, shrink pores, and brighten your complexion. The colloidal oatmeal in this formula calms skin and reduces the appearance of redness and irritation — um, YES PLEASE.
Promising review: "Great product with outstanding results. I love this product. It is really effective and easy to use, as I noticed my skin is cleaner and very fresh after using it. Having never heard of the brand, I was curious about ground rice as an exfoliant. To my surprise, I saw results after daily use within a couple of weeks. My complexion brightened in tone and some dark patches slowly began to fade." —edujapa70
Get it from Sephora or Amazon for $18+ (available in mini or regular size).
8. Or a bottle of Paula's Choice liquid exfoliant to remove dead skin, shrink and unclog large pores, and smooth wrinkles. So many reviewers have raved about it also clearing acne and reducing breakouts. Talk about benefits on top of benefits!
Promising review: "Ever since getting off of birth control I’ve had terrible hormonal cystic acne on my cheeks. I felt like I’ve tried everything and nothing was working for me. Adding this product to my skincare routine has truly been life-changing. I always see results even after one use." —Elisabeth
"I have big pores and a combo skin of oily and peely. Love this product because I visibly noticed smaller pores after using this before bed in just a couple of days, it also doesn't leave your skin dried out or over moisturized. you wake up and your skin feels almost tightened." —Janie
Get it from Amazon for $13+ (available in two sizes).
9. A 4-in-1 makeup pen that's just like the multicolored pens all the cool kids used to have at school. It comes with a highlighter, lip liner, eyeliner, and brow pencil for on-the-go touch-ups in case something smears or you sweat it off.
This also comes from woman-owned small biz Alleyoop!
Promising review: "Our lives are always so busy. This makeup pen is perfect for on the go, busy lives. Just in case maybe you forgot to put your make up on or don’t have time, this at least gives you a little bit of something to where you don’t look like a total zombie. This make up pen is super convenient because you can keep it right there in your purse or in your car or wherever and very handy to use it whenever you need to or whenever you need a little extra flair!" —Miller
Get it from Amazon for $25 (available in three lip colors).
10. A hair curler set for styling and curling damp hair overnight so you don't have to tire out your arms holding up a curling rod. Plus, you'll save time in the morning so you can get that extra hour of sleep in! Reviewers are raving about how the curls last all day — all you have to do is wrap your hair around ONE band.
You'll get the satin curler and two scrunchies in the set.
RobeCurls is a woman-founded small business that specializes in heatless hair curling tools.
Promising review: "WOW!!!!! I can’t believe how well this works!!! I’ve seen this all over Instagram and TikTok, and wanted to try it. It’s so easy to put in, takes about a minute or two. Comfortable to sleep in. Then, you take it out, and it looks like you put all this effort into doing your hair. The curls turned out gorgeous, I’m so impressed!!" —Katie Oswalt
Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in four colors).
11. Or a Kiss Instawave automatic curling iron that'll twirl your hair around the barrel for you (your biceps and arms will be thanking you). If you just can't figure out how to use a manual curling iron, this will be your savior.
The curling iron has prongs along the sides that act as a comb to smooth and detangle the hair as it gets wrapped around and curled. The ceramic ionic barrel ensures you create smooth, voluminous curls that are frizz-free. There are two heat settings and it reaches up to 420 degrees, and with an automatic shut-off after 90 minutes, you don't have to panic every time you leave the house trying to remember if you turned it off or not.
Promising review: "Here's the deal, I don't know how to do my makeup, I have thick hair, but never knew how to do anything but straighten it, until a friend made me try her Kiss automatic curling iron. It legitimately works and it's the easiest thing to use! I've (briefly) tried other wands and burned myself over and over. I've never burned myself with this tool and I love that it makes it easy to curl away from your face on either side, with just a push of a button. I also like that it dings when it's done, so it takes some guess work out. If you want curls, but are intimidated by all the tools out there, you won't be disappointed with this styler." —Uskadelig
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
12. A vegan Maybelline Dark Circles treatment concealer for when you "accidentally" stayed up until 6 a.m. watching Succession but you can't have your boss knowing. It's medium coverage and lasts for up to 12 hours (and keeps your skin moisturized)!
It has an antimicrobial cushion applicator so you can dispense concealer and immediately apply it without a mess.
My former colleague Kayla Suazo writes: "I still don’t know how a $7 tube of concealer (I use the Neutralizer shade) beats out the more expensive ones I have stuffed into my vanity, but it does. It’s not too creamy or thick, yet it still gives solid coverage without the cakey feeling. When I am done with my entire routine, my eyes look lighter and brighter, but not in a way that’s totally obvious — even when photos are taken and the flash is on. Basically what I am saying here is this is a staple beauty product that, IMHO, deserves a place in every makeup bag!"
Get it from Amazon for $8.80 (available in 18 shades).
13. A jar of Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Cream that'll help smooth and tighten skin with its caffeine and guaraná extract formula. Plus, it has a coconut scent so 🎶 if you like piña coladas 🎶, get this.
Promising review: "Y'all. This stuff smells like heaven. Somehow this scent is appropriate for summer and winter at the same time. It absorbs quickly with no sticky feelings afterward. The one thing that might deter some people from buying it is that there is a shimmer to it. Once I've used it on my hands, I notice that in sunlight, my skin has a bit of a glimmer. I personally love this and can't wait to use this lotion during the summer. I think it's 100% worth the high price tag. When I can summon up the will to spend the money, I'll be buying the body wash, spray, and full-sized lotion as well, as the current, the mini lotion stays in my purse." —Elizabeth
Get it from Amazon for $22+ (available in two sizes).
14. An adorable octopus-shaped blackhead remover so you don't have to constantly buy one-time-use pore strips. It exfoliates your skin and removes all whiteheads, blackheads, and other impurities.
Promising review: "I have awful pores and am always using super drying products on my face to target this annoying adult acne I now have, but that causes flakey skin. I have sensitive skin so there are only so many affordable store-bought scrubs I can use, and so far the ones I've tried don't do enough or anything at all. The FIRST TIME I used this I literally watched my pores get cleaned out and my skin wasn't irritated at all by the ingredients. The scent is very pleasant and not too strong at all I think. It seems like it will also last awhile because I really used the heck out of it the first day because it was working so well and my pores are deeply clogged. When I was done my face looked SO much better and was super smooth I was really amazed that this tiny little Tako could do that. I love this thing!" —Diane Delfino
Get it from Amazon for $11.88.
15. A MakeUp Eraser that removes ALL makeup (yes, even waterproof makeup) with just water. WATER. The other side exfoliates your face, and afterward you can just toss it into the laundry with everything else.
When I found out about The MakeUp Eraser I immediately bought it and I wish I did sooner! I stopped using single-use makeup wipes and I've saved sooo much money. It feels so soft on my skin and all it takes is a few swipes to remove everything. I can use it a few times before washing it and if I don't have a load of laundry to do, I just wash the towel with face wash and everything comes right out!
Promising review: "If it works on a drag queen, it'll work for you. I'm a drag queen with pretty sensitive skin. I CAKE on the cosmetics to create my illusions, and the cold cream and terrycloth removal method was just not working. My skin would be raw, and I'd have to go through three cloths just to get 90% of my face off, and still have to go to bed with some eyeliner on. Cue MakeupEraser. This little puppy made me go from woman back to man in less than two minutes with JUST WATER. I have on full coverage stage foundation, enough powder to choke a horse, 24 hour wear lipstick, and tons of black eyeshadow with glitter. Buy it! It's awesome." —Luke
16. A pack of Mighty Patches so you can tackle that pesky pimple (white)head-on. The hydrocolloid absorbs the gunk inside, which speeds up the healing process. Plus, it hides pimples and prevents from you from picking at them! It works so well you'll forget there was even a pimple there.
Hero Cosmetics is an Asian woman-founded brand and home of the popular Mighty Patch and more. Ju Rhyu launched the brand in 2017, and it's since evolved with products such as cleansers, toners, nose strips, and more!
Promising review: "I do not claim to understand the science behind these tiny miracles, but they have changed my life. I spent my work day looking forward to going home and putting one of these bad boys on my newly erupted Mt. Zit and the overnight results were shocking. Not only is it grossly satisfying, but it saved me several days of walking around with a bloody crater in my face because my previous method of dealing with unsightly blemishes was to pick pick pick." —Adg
Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $11.97.
17. A clay face mask helping your face feel softer and fresher in just 10 minutes! The vegan formula has olive powder, white kaolin clay, coconut powder, and baobab oil to fight breakouts and blackheads.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $26.
18. A bottle of Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen that'll protect your skin with its SPF 40. True to its name, it really is ~unseen~ and doesn't leave a white cast, and it's not greasy either.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown is a proud member of the Supergoop fan club:
"I've been using this sunscreen at least once daily since my mom gifted it to me two Christmases ago, and have every intention to keep using it for years. A dime-size amount covers my entire face, because it's translucent it leaves absolutely no white cast, and 10 minutes after putting it on, my face just feels like I applied a little bit of a nice moisturizer or makeup primer, not anything that's grease-central, like sunscreen usually is. After several years of stubbornly trying (and failing) to find a decent, oily-skin-friendly, non-greasy drugstore option, I've caved to this pricier kind because literally none of the six or seven other options I tried even compared to this.
"Every time I've worn makeup since I got it, I've been impressed by the way my matte foundation glides over it, looks with it, and lasts with it. You can see the texture and color in the photo above; it really does go on completely clear. And it's water- and sweat-resistant for 40 minutes!"
Get it from Amazon for $18+ or from Sephora for $22+ (available in three sizes).
19. An eyelash comb for when your mascara is getting to the drying-out phase and starts to clump. Instead of throwing out your half-filled mascara tube, you can just de-clump it with this nifty tool.
20. A tube of Aquaphor Lip Repair Balm that also has SPF 30, so not only will keep your lips moisturized, it'll protect your luscious lips from the sun — I guess you could even call this a twofer. For this price? WORTH it.
Promising review: "This lip balm is the bomb! it's moisturizing and doesn't taste weird. I use it instead of lip gloss because it still gives me that shine that I want, especially since I like doing the lip liner and gloss combo. The amount in the container also goes a long way as I've had mine since around November and I still have a decent amount left! I'm definitely going to buy another." —Jaeann Carter
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
21. A waterproof eyeliner stamp because if you're like me and have to redo your wing a bajillion times, this is SO worth it. With this stamp you won't waste any eyeliner — all it takes is one stamp and DONE!
One side is the curved wing stamp, and the other is a regular fine tip liner for defining the rest of the eye. It comes in a pack of two, one for each eye.
The Flick Stick comes from New Zealand-based brand and small biz Lovoir Beauty.
Promising reviews: "I've tried the taping method, 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. 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! I HAVE NEVER IN MY LIFE BEEN ABLE TO DO A CAT EYE IN UNDER 10 MINUTES...LET ALONE THE TWO MINUTES THIS TOOK TO DO! There were no sloppy streaks that I had to touch up. Just a clean crisp line. I can now do a cat eye EVERY day and look/feel like a badass and everyone thinks I spend hours doing my make-up in the morning." —LadyMeow
Get it from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three sizes and a combo pack).
22. Or a Neutrogena makeup-correcting stick for when you want to do your own winged liner and don't want cotton swabs piled high in your trash can. It erases any smudged makeup while keeping the rest intact.
Promising review: "Why didn’t someone think of this sooner? For years, I’ve been using cotton buds dipped in makeup remover to remove little goofs or mistakes. This is so much better and portable! Erases waterproof mascara marks around my eyes easily. Must-buy product!!" —Katherine
Get it from Amazon for $7.97.
23. A bottle of Tower 28's SOS Daily Rescue spray to rejuvenate and refresh your face whenever your skin starts to feel a little irritated and starts screaming SOS. It contains hypochlorous acid, a natural ingredient your skin produces, to help defend your skin from bacteria, reduce redness, AND soothe irritation!
Spritz on your skin morning and night, or whenever your skin needs a little extra TLC.
Tower 28 is an Asian woman-owned business designed for sensitive skin. Their products are free of any sensitivity-causing ingredients, and are also vegan and cruelty-free.
Promising review: "Best beauty product EVER (not kidding). A friend recommended this because I was complaining about mask acne. And she was right, this bottle of magic is a game changer. I've graduated from the mini size to the regular size...because this stuff is literally the only thing that keeps my face from breaking out these days! LOVE LOVE LOVE!" —Amy B.
Get it from Sephora or Tower 28 for $12+ (available in mini or full size).
24. A set of magnetic lashes because the struggle of trying to put on falsies every day is too real. Thanks to the magnetic eyeliner this comes with, you won't have to spend countless hours trying to put them on — just stick them on your eyelids. They're perfect for all eye shapes and come in all types of styles and volumes!
Promising review: "I have tried A LOT of magnetic eyelashes and liner, and these are by far my favorite. The lashes don’t fall apart so you can actually reuse them. The eyeliner doesn’t smudge and get super clumpy. The lashes are great quality, they stay on, and don’t look super cheap. The eyeliner is also super easy to apply. I do two coats of the clear and then one coat of the black, and they stay on all day. Love these lashes!" —Mitchell Winters
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in four different pack sizes)
25. Or a highly rated tube of Essence Lash Princess Mascara to enhance your beautiful lashes thanks to its cone-shaped fiber brush. The best part: The formula is clump-free! Reviewers say it has the same (if not better) results as name-brand mascaras for less than $5 AND it has over 226,000 5-star reviews!
Promising review: "For the past couple of years, I’ve been using mascara from Sephora or Ulta from more expensive makeup brands. I bought this mascara for my daughter to use for her dance recital. I ended up running out of my mascara the other day so I grabbed this one to use. I was FLOORED at how well it worked! My lashes were longer, thicker, and had more curl than with the more expensive mascara I was using from Sephora! And this is five times less money. Buy this immediately if you want long, thick lashes!! You will not regret it!" —Ali B.
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
26. A set of water-absorbent wristbands so water doesn't drip down your arms as you're hovering over the sink blinded by face wash. These microfiber bands will catch any water headed for your sleeves and floor.
Promising review: "I got so frustrated when I went to wash off my makeup at night and water rolled down to my elbow and got the sink/floor wet. I saw somebody with something similar and knew I needed these. I love them." —Anissa
"Love these! Never been happier to wash my face in my life. I absolutely hate water running down my arms and these are perfect for this issue and have been! I’m also plus size and have had no issue putting these on. Love the colors too!" —Vivian
Get a four-pair set from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in 13 colors).
27. An anti-blister balm to prevent, well, blisters. Whether you're breaking in new shoes or going on a long walk, you'll want to keep this fairy godmother with you to save your poor feet through all the hardships they're going through.
Promising review: "Purchased two of these for our one-week Disney World trip. I knew I’d be walking around A LOT and my feet aren’t used to the many miles of walking a day in the hot and humid environment so I didn’t want to be uncomfortable. Happy to say I put it on once in the morning, slipped on some socks and comfy shoes and I didn’t get one blister or issue with my feet! Wish I knew about this a long time ago!" —Michelle
Get it from Amazon for $9.
28. A tube of Youthforia Blush that reacts to the pH of your skin to create the perfect color for your skin tone so you don't have to worry about wearing the wrong shade! It's a vegan and cruelty-free blush that's safe to sleep in so if you *accidentally* pass out in it after a long night, that's totally okay!
Youthforia is a woman-owned small biz that aims to make makeup that's so good for your skin you can sleep in it. The founder, Fiona Co Chan, even tested the blush by sleeping in it for two months! They are passionate about being environmentally-friendly and not using fossil fuels or gross toxins in their products.
Promising review: "New holy grail. I have seen this product a ton of times on TikTok but have held off on buying it because I found it to be a little pricey. I am soooo glad I ended up buying it because it does exactly what it claims to and is incredibly long-lasting! Feels like skincare going on but holds up like great high end-blush!" —Jordan
29. A pack of deodorant wipes because there is nothing wrong with smelling fantastic everyday. Bring this pack wherever you go and pull one out when you feel like you need to *freshen* up.
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.