44 Beauty Products So Effective You’ll Be Like, “Oh…That’s Why Everyone Is Obsessed”

44 Beauty Products So Effective You’ll Be Like, “Oh…That’s Why Everyone Is Obsessed”

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-03-18 05:04

1. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream your skin will be SO happy to soak up — this is formulated with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil to help hydrate, tighten, and gently exfoliate your skin so effectively that you should be able to see early results in two weeks. (For some reviewers, it only took a few days!) 

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Promising review: "I am a lotion user every single day. I use face moisturizers that I love. I am over the moon how good this is. I mainly use it on my neck, hands and forearms. The difference is amazing. My skin actually feels so good. I wish I could but larger containers of it." —Kimberly P. 

Get it from Amazon for $11.97

2. Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder to absorb oil and blur pores so effectively that you'll be like, "Oh ... witchcraft??" Might be the only explanation for how this can matte-ify your complexion while still keeping it radiant and glowy ✨. 

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Check out a TikTok of the Laneige Neo Blurring Powder in action. 

Promising review: "I loved this setting powder, it blurred my pores and blended my makeup so well that even my husband noticed. Wow! I will be buying more before people find it and sell it all out, hehehe." —Charlotte Laim 

Get it from Amazon for $25

3. Etude's delightfully multipurposeDear Darling Water Tint, which a lot of reviewers compare to Benefit's Lip Tint. This smudgeproof formula is designed primarily to be a natural-looking, weightless lip stain, but reviewers use it as a blush as well! 

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Promising review: "I bought theBenefit version a couple of months ago and was very underwhelmed by it, but this product is sooo soo much better than Benetint. The pigment is so good and natural at the same time. A 10/10 for sure. And at this price point what’s there not to like?" —Rachael

Get it from Amazon for $6.20+ (available in five shades and combo packs). 

4. E.l.f.'s Holy Hydration! Thirst Burst Drops, another home run from the brand's moisturizing "Holy Hydration" line that reviewers are comparing to the $35 Watermelon Dew Drops from Glow Recipe. This lightweight formula is designed to brighten and plump skin for a dewy effect, whether you're wearing it alone, applying it under your makeup, or mixing it with your foundation. 

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Promising review: "Love these drops. So effective, a little goes a long way. Great for a boost of hydration, especially in the colder and/or drier months. Great as a primer before makeup to smooth the skin. Such a value for a product that packs a punch. My skin hasn't looked better!" —Ken

Get it from Amazon for $11.97

5. Olay Super Serum Body Washthat will make anyone with dry or dull cold weather skin REJOICE — this is packed with niacinamide, shea butter, and collagen peptides to nourish your skin for 24-hour hydration that will make you feel ~luminous~. (Psst — this is the body wash version of their TikTok-famous, super effective facial Super Serum, so you KNOW they mean business.) 

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Check out a TikTok of the Olay Super Serum Body Washin action. 

Promising review: "I recently tried the Olay Super Serum Body Wash, and I am absolutely in love with it! The formula is incredibly hydrating, leaving my skin feeling soft and smooth after every use. It lathers beautifully and has a lovely, light fragrance that isn't overpowering. After just a few uses, I noticed my skin looked more radiant and felt deeply moisturized. The addition of serums in the body wash is a game changer. My skin feels nourished, and I no longer need to apply lotion right after showering. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a luxurious, skin-loving body wash!" —Darina 

Get it from Amazon for $12.97

6. Tree Hut Desert Haze Shea Sugar Scrub— yes, the chronically sold out, cult-fave scent is in stock on Amazon ... for NOW. Reviewers are obsessed with this smoky, floral "loud" scent that blends jasmine, raspberry, and musk, and how satisfyingly exfoliating and gentle it is on skin. 

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Promising reviews: "This is our favorite flavor Tree Hut scrub. Always hard to find in stores because it is usually sold out. Thought it was discontinued, but very happy to find it here." —AJ 

"This Tree Hut Shea Sugar Scrub in the scent Desert Haze is like a little piece of paradise!!!!! The smell is wonderful and the way it leaves your skin feeling is so smooth, silky, and clean! I will definitely be purchasing this item again! If you haven’t tried this Tree Hut Scrub in the scent Desert Haze you should!" —Shelly 

Get it from Amazon for $7.97 (also available in 29 other scents). 

7. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, which became the internet's holy grail — now in four shades! — for concealing and brightening dark circles under your eyes so fast that everyone's old concealers are doing double takes. This lightweight color-adapting formula is designed for truly ~invisible~ coverage that makes a drastic difference. 

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The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of four shades will work on any skin tone. 

Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Monica T. 

Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). 

8. Plus Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, a cult-fave product for your beauty arsenal that will quickly help minimize eye puffiness and swelling thanks to its winning combo of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. It's basically an alarm clock for your eyeballs, because boy howdy are they awake now!! 

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Good Molecules is a small business that specializes in affordable skincare products. 

Promising review: "This stuff is amazing!! I put it on every night and morning. I’ve been using a little over a month and you can already tell a difference. My dark circles are hereditary, so I truly thought nothing would work. However this stuff IS GREAT!" —Shay M. 

Get it from Amazon for $5.98

9. Skala's Mais Cacho Hair 2-in-1 Conditioning Treatment, the holy grail of curly hair products — you can either use it as a conditioning treatment, or wear it all day in your curls both to style and condition for all-day hair repair. Reviewers swear by it for healthier, bouncier, more well-defined curls, and love how gently it helps detangle, too. 

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This treatment is for all curl types! 

Promising review: "I love this hair conditioner I LITERALLY use it everyDAY! It leaves my hair so soft and my natural curls are so bouncy! I’m in need of more soon! Definitely recommend this to anyone. And it smells so good too!!!" —Wendy 

Get it from Amazon for $9.98

10. Clinique Almost Lipstick Tinted Lip Balm in Black Honey you're definitely going to want to stock up on *now*, before TikTokers go feral again (guilty as charged). This cult-classic, lightweight, slightly glossy shade is beyond "holy grail" status — it matches skin tones so beautifully that I'm personally starting to suspect witchcraft, after seeing so many TikToks of it subtly transforming entire beauty looks with just a few swipes. 

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I was very adamant about not buying this for the longest time because I am stubborn about "expensive" beauty products, but this is worth every penny and then some. It's so lightweight and layerable, it's foolproof to apply, and I have yet to wear a single outfit it doesn't complement??? Ilove watching it instantly elevate a casual look or add simple elegance to dressy ones. I wear it every day now, and after weeks of use, I've barely made a dent. Also, and maybe this is just me, but I tend to get pigment on my teeth with a lot of lip products, and I've simply never had an issue with this magic stick. 

Anyway, watch this TikTok of someone using it on their lips AND cheeks, because I did and oops, this lipstick FELL into my cart. 

Get it from Amazon for $25 (also available in pink honey!). 

11. Mielle's Rosemary Mint strengthening oil, a reviewer-beloved, TikTok-famous beauty prod that lives up to the hype — this is infused with biotin so it doesn't just strengthen hair, but helps encourage growth. Reviewers who use this consistently swear by it for thinning hairlines, sparse hair at their part, bald patches, and even their eyebrows! 

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You can read more about how biotin could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic — plus, according to the Cleveland Clinic, some researchers have found rosemary oil comparable to Rogaine in helping with hair growth. 

Promising reviews: "I hardly write reviews, but this one deserves to be written about!! My hair was falling out a LOT, and somehow, just with the FIRST application onwards, I started seeing less fall. And now, after four months, I can see hair growth as well, and my hair is already looking thicker!! And I’ve been using it only once a week, just a few drops and massaging in. Omg, how can anything be so simple and yet so effective!!! Amazing! Amazing!!! Whoever invented this, hats off!!" —Dee 

Get it from Amazon for $9.34

12. And Boldify Hairline Powder for anyone who's like, "Hmmm. Wasn't there ... a lot more hair there before??" when they're styling their roots. This "makeup for hair" helps effortlessly fill in the gaps in your hairline so you don't have style around it. Reviewers also swear by this for touching up their roots between appointments! 

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Promising review: "I was skeptical at first, but I’m so glad that I purchased this. I finally cut my hair short after losing so much hair and thinning. I have a lot of spots where you can see the hair thinning, but this has covered it all. I bought the dark brown, and I put it at the roots. I’ve been so self-conscious for years using this product is helping me so much." —Wendy 

Get it from Amazon for $17.95 (available in 14 shades and two sizes). 

13. E.l.f's Lash XTNDR Tubing Mascara, a GODSEND for anyone with thin or fragile lashes. This uses lightweight ~tubing~ technology to wrap around lashes and give them a natural-looking, smudge-proof extension so good it almost looks fake. The real boon, though, is how easily the "tubes" slide off in clean, easy swipes at the end of the day when you're washing your face — absolutely no smudging, over-scrubbing, or special eye makeup removal products required. 

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Check out a TikTok of the E.l.f. tubing mascara in action. 

I am not a new human to the tubing mascara game, and in fact readily spent $26 on the famous OG blend from Blinc every time it needed replacing. I didn't even love it for the length half as much as the fact that tubing mascara like this genuinely never smudges, but can I just say — regardless of price, the E.l.f. tubing mascara formula blows all the others I've tried out of the water. It gives me way more length and volume than other brands, slides on so much more easily, stays put ALL day, and never, ever smudges. My favorite part, though, is how gently and easily it comes off with soap and water. In the past, other mascara removals have felt rough on my lashes, but this comes off so fast that I'm like ??? was I even wearing mascara a minute ago?? Anyway, I hesitate even writing this review because I want to gatekeep the hell out of this before it sells out, but the world needed to know. I'm a big fan of the brown shade (which is what I'm wearing above!), but it also comes in black and soft black. 

Get it from Amazon for $7 (available in three shades). 

14. And Japonesque's Compact Eyelash Curler, aka your secret lash weapon — this ultra-compact version isn't just great for travel, but is designed with a lash pad to make it gentler on real *and* false lashes. The unique pressure of this version also makes it ideal for hard to curl lashes, monolids, and deep set eyes. 

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Promising review: "Amazing. It takes some time to get used to it but I swear it works better than the traditional curler. Even better is how compact it is. Perfect for travel." —Lauren B. 

Get it from Amazon for $11 (available in two colors). 

15. Londontown "Nail Veil" Protectant, which is designed not only to protect your nails, but to act as a sheer tint to enhance their natural look. It's basically "no makeup makeup," but for your fingernails. 

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Londontown is a small business that specializes in nail care products. 

Promising review: "This nail veil is so pretty and perfect for a simple, bare nail look! It applies very smoothly, and one to two coats work well. With a top coat, it lasts almost perfectly for about five days, but chips are not very noticeable, so you can easily wear it for longer! I also feel confident in this brand's use of healthier, higher-quality ingredients, which makes it well worth the extra cost. My nails aren't left damaged by this product, and it has become my go-to when I don't have the time for a full-color look but still want my nails to look polished and pretty!" —Sofia K 

Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in nine shades). 

16. Ocusoft Lid Scrub Padsthat reviewers with dry, itchy, and irritated eyes swear by — they're designed with a modified version of coconut oil to not only cleanse your eyes, but soothe and refresh eyelid discomfort. Yes, even the "I just spent 12 hours staring at Big, Medium, *and* Little Screen" kind. 

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Promising review: "These are a lifesaver for my bleary, irritated eyes. My wife and I both had bleary eye problems this summer that required multiple visits to an eye doctor. The doctor recommended we clean our eyes every night with these pads. That in combination with ointment and steroid drops cleared me up within a couple of weeks. I now clean my eyes with these pads a couple of times a week to prevent the problem from recurring. I even made the pads a Subscribe and Save item with Amazon. I highly recommend them for anybody with dry, cracked, bleary eyes." —Billy W. 

Get a set of 30 pads from Amazon for $10.95

17. Glossmetics' Lychee Overnight Lip Mask, a Laneige or Tatcha alternative that's already a cult-fave in the making — you can wear this non-stick, ultra glossy lip shine during the day or overnight as a lip treatment to help hydrate, soften, and condition your lips. Not to mention you will taste *delectable* all day and night. (Just ask the many lychee martinis I have downed on this here earth!)

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Check out a TikTok of the Glossmetics Overnight Lip Mask in action. 

Promising review: "I’m obsessed with lip products. I have tried everything you can imagine, inexpensive and expensive. This is my favorite lip product I’ve purchased. This gloss is incredible, perfectly moisturizing, and the color is so perfect, a very light natural glowy pink. I just came on Amazon to order a couple more to have one in the car, my purse, nightstand." —Tara Bills

Get it from Amazon for$7.99 (available in three flavors). 

18. A TikTok-beloved "Soft" perfume rollerball that honestly has no right smelling so delectable and layering so well considering it's only five cash dollars. Reviewers are obsessed with the scent's warm sweetness with a hint of citrusy zest, comparing it to waffle cones, lemon pound cake, and warm vanilla scones ... and this $65 bottle of Pink Sugar  👀. 

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Promising review: "Like so many, I found this scent on TikTok. I was a bit skeptical at first but finally got around to trying it. First off, this scent smells amazing! Almost every time I've worn it, I receive compliments. It has a sweet smell, almost like warm cake or sugar cookies with a hint of lemon. With such an affordable price, I would definitely recommend this to anyone curious about trying it." —Chrissy

Get it from Amazon for $6.70 (available in two styles). 

19. A dark spot–removing soap bar you might want to try if you're dealing with sensitive skin or hyperpigmentation — this affordable alternative to $$ creams on the market is formulated not only with hyaluronic acid to protect your skin's moisture barrier, but a blend of vitamin C, retinol, collagen, and turmeric to help brighten and soothe skin. 

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Promising review: "If you're someone who has sensitive skin like me, this product is for you! I highly recommend it. I learned about this product on TikTok and decided to try it out. It's worth the money. The smell is not overbearing, and it reminds you of a refreshing citrusy fruit. I'm very particular about trying skincare products, but this is your go-to. It will have your face feeling refreshed and clean, and there's no white cast." —Elisabeth L. 

"Really good product considering the price. I have tried expensive creams to diminish a dark spot in my face, and I haven't gotten the quick results I am getting with this soap. I highly recommend this product." —Amazon Customer

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in larger multipacks and with or without a holder).

20. Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion, which TikTok is going *feral* over both because of the lightweight, long-lasting moisture, and the soothing, delicious smell that reviewers compare to more expensive brands like Philosophy and Bath & Body Works. 

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Promising reviews: "Heaven sent for your skin; heavenly scent to enjoy. This feels absolutely amazing going on. Gets absorbed quickly, for a lotion rich with oil. Doesn't leave a greasy feeling, as long as you give it a minute or two to fully absorb. The scent is, for me anyway, like aromatherapy. It smells like an iced sugar cookie, and is a great base layer for fragrance. Very relaxing." —Dragonheart Jo

"I love everything about this lotion! I had been using a body butter that was ten times as expensive, but I was looking for a cheaper alternative and I am SO glad I found this! I immediately ordered three more bottles." —Samantha

Get it from Amazon for $8.98 (available in various other scents).

21. Biodance's TikTok-belovedBio-Collagen Real Deep Mask for an overnight ~refresh~ to help firm skin, boost elasticity, and minimize pores. Reviewers mention noticing a visible difference even after one use! You are about to become the definition of "I woke up like this" ✨. 

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Most reviewers recommend doing this treatment once per week. 

Promising review: "Caught wind of this on TikTok and decided to give it a whirl. Honestly, it’s pretty solid! It really makes my skin look tight and shiny, like I just came out of a professional facial. It’s an overnight mask, so yeah, it does have to stay on for a while, which is a bit of a hassle, but the payoff? Totally worth it. My skin feels more elastic, and the pores look minimized too. If you don’t mind the long wear time, this mask could be a game changer for your skincare routine!" —Nala

Get a set of four from Amazon for $19 (also available in a set of 16).

22. Lumify Eye Drops, a product so beloved by TikTok that despite being more $$ than other brands, it's the number one selling brand on Amazon right now. Reviewers swear by this for instant reduction in redness in their eyes, with visible differences within a minute of use. 

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Learn more about different kinds of eye drops and what they can do at Cleveland Clinic. Note that eye drops can potentially mask symptoms of eye conditions, so you should talk to your eye doctor about what's right for you. And according to Mayo Clinic, you should avoid redness-reducing drops if you're looking for dry eye relief.

Check out a frankly STARTLING TikTok of Lumify in action — they are not joking about how fast it works! 

Promising review: "I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I've used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness." —Angela Leonard

Get it from Amazon for$11.93. 

23. A reviewer-beloved (and makeup artist-beloved!beauty sponge blender that rolled up and ate up all the expensive name brand versions for breakfast. This is firm and smooth when you use it dry for powder applications, and soft and flexible when you wet it for creams and liquids, making it the ultimate versatile sponge in your beauty trove ... for a mere $4 (!!) compared to the $20 BeautyBlender version. 

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Promising review: "This sponge works just as well as the $20 BeautyBlender for a fraction of the price. It does not soak up your foundation, rather it allows you to apply with ease. It feels a bit off if you’re used to a regular BeautyBlender, but you get used to the feeling. Like the first time and soaked it and squeezed I thought for sure this will not work, but I was pleasantly surprised 😲. Nothing to dislike here, for the price it’s worth it." —Tara D. 

Get two from Amazon for $6.97

24. L'Oréal Paris BB Cream, a FAST-acting, anti-redness moisturizer with results that feel like legitimate magic — especially considering its competitor, the Dr Jart+ Cicapair Color Correcting Cream, is over twice as expensive. Reviewers especially love this as a base for their makeup, because it leaves skin super soft and primed. 

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Promising review: "I’d yet to find anything (even foundation) that could cover up my red areas. Checks, chin, nose, and forehead. It comes out green, but has a gorgeous lightweight finish of a tint that indeed covers my redness beautifully. There’s no greasiness to it at all. It dries down to a beautiful matte finish. It’s super easy to use. I use my fingers. The texture is like silk. It leaves my face baby-soft, not sticky at all. It doesn’t settle into my fine lines or wrinkles, and I don’t need powder to 'bake' it under my eyes. It also covers the black circles under my eyes." —Julie F. 

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in six styles). 

25. Mighty Patch Nose Patches for overnight use to help kick "nose gunk" to the curb — this extra-large hydrocolloid patch helps lift sebum to reduce the appearance of pimples, pores, and oil. You can even see all the satisfyingly gross evidence for yourself when you pull it off in the a.m. 👀. 

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Promising review: "These things work! I’ve been dealing with bad breakouts recently and could not figure out what was causing them. I was recommended to try these, and let me tell you, the stuff that came out of my pores is unreal. I’ve tried charcoal face masks, and nothing has worked as well as these. My face is finally clearing up." —Hannah Braswell  

Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $17.89

26. A suuuuper easy to use Beachwaver B1 Rotating Curling Iron with automatic curling technology similar to the $599 (!!) Dyson Airwrap that not only creates (LITERALLY) effortless curls, but is designed with a ceramic heat barrel that makes them hold up the whole day.  

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Promising review: "This automatic 1-inch ceramic curling iron has completely transformed my hair routine. The rotating feature makes it incredibly easy to use — no more awkward wrist twists or worrying about uneven curls. It creates beautiful, long-lasting curls with just a press of a button! The ceramic barrel is a game-changer, leaving my hair smooth and shiny without any frizz. The 1-inch size is perfect for creating loose, natural-looking curls that last all day. I also love how quick it heats up and how easy it is to adjust the temperature for different hair types. Overall, this curling iron is a must-have for anyone looking to create effortless, professional-looking curls at home." —Shawn H. 

Get it from Amazon for $99

27. An "Exfoliate & Glow" premium scrub mitt for that oh-so-squeaky clean sensation that comes with sloughing off dead skin. No, for real — one reviewer saw all the dead skin left in their shower floor and dubbed themselves a "Lizard Person" after shedding it. This is great for helping even out skin texture and tone, preventing ingrown hairs, calming keratosis pilaris, and removing self-tanner, too! 

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Seraphic Skincare is a small business that specializes in brushes, razors, and other personal care products. 

Head's up that you should start very gently, and that you really only need to use it two to four times a month to get good results without over-exfoliating and compromising your skin barrier. 

Promising review: "Not to be gross but when I lightly use this on my dry skin I can see the dry skin cells flying off! Great for cellular turnover. I use on dry skin before showering and finish after shower with good moisturizing oil. Makes my legs feel soft and smooth. Don’t run too hard! Gentle strokes." —Juliet

"Color me converted. It's so disgusting that you want to look away, but morbid curiosity keeps making you turn back. That's really a 'you' creature in the bottom of the tub. You really sloughed off a second skin like a Lizard Person and have now emerged a new person. One that will no longer trust brand name products because they are a lie. Seriously. Buy this. You don't even know you need it, but you do. You really, really do." —Mandi Konesni

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a set of two). 

28. A Benzene-free, travel-friendly applicator of I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder so easy to use that you can just dab it on your hairline and rub it in for an instant, oil-absorbing refresh. Now your "no wash" days are a secret that you and your roots will never tell 👀. 

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Check out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. 

Promising review: "Will be buying again!! This is a fantastic product. I have incredibly thin hair that gets very oily very easily. This is the first product that I’ve tried that actually works! I am so very happy!" —Katie_0_Baker

Get it from Amazon for $18 (available brown, dark brown, blonde, and in multipacks and bundles). 

29. A deliciously soothing, super gentle Briotech spray reviewers compare to the pricier Tower 28 SOS Spray. It's similarly designed with hypochlorous acid, which targets bacteria that causes acne, skin irritation, and blemishes *without* drying your skin. Reviewers swear by this handy little spray for helping not just with acne, but rosacea, eczema, dryness, dermatitis (scalp included!), and even toenail fungus. 

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Check out aTikTok of the Briotech spray in action. 

Promising review: "This spray is amazing. I had a rash on my face and it disappeared after one use of this spray. I had a stye in my eye and the skin around the eye was irritated. This spray fixed not only the irritation but the stye went away as well. Any sort of blemish or acne is taken care of with this simple inexpensive spray. Great for after-sun care or workout redness. Everyone loves Tower 28's expensive SOS spray. TheSOS spray contains hypochlorous acid, which is the exact same ingredient in the Briotech spray for much less money. It’s a miracle worker." —Squid466

Get it from Amazon for $16.49+ (available in four sizes and in multipacks).

30. And E.l.f.'s Blemish Breakthrough Acne Fighting Spot Gel you can keep tucked away in your purse like a tiny acne-fighting magic wand. This salicylic acid gel roll-on is invisible when you apply it to oncoming and existing zits and blemishes, but still packs a powerful punch in helping reduce redness and inflammation (and help prevent future breakouts, too!). 

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Promising review: "I've tried many other products, and this is always my go-to. It works great for its intended purpose. Can be used anytime, over or under makeup and moisturizer, since it applies clear. Dries quickly. Hard to find sometimes, seems to sell out quickly." —Dave&Kay

Get it from Amazon for $4

31. First Aid Beauty's Facial Radiance Pads, a set of compostable (!!) beauty prep pads you can use before putting on makeup to gently tone and exfoliate your skin, making it the ultimate primer for getting the most out of your foundation. Bonus — unlike a lot of toning products, these are super gentle and sensitive skin-friendly! 

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Promising reviews: "I love this product! It definitely is worth the price. Helps clear my skin and smoothes my skin texture. No smell or fragrance. I used it daily after washing my face. This is part of my staple." —Susan Bean 

"As I’m aging my skin is changing and feels a little rougher. I saw these on TikTok and thought I’d give them a try and was not disappointed. I use this when I get out of the shower to really help scrub away and dead skin, and it does leave my face feeling smoother. It is a bit pricey but I feel like it did last me a while." —Emily Bianca 

Get a set of 28 from Amazon for$16.20. 

32. A pack of cult-favorite Clean Skin Club Clean Towels — these ultra-soft, chemical-free disposable towels are ideal for drying your face or pairing with a makeup remover or face wash to gently remove makeup at the end of the day. A lot of folks with sensitive skin *swear* by these, particularly because it helps prevent exposing their skin to bacteria that may collect in ordinary reusable towels. 

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Clean Skin Club is a US-based small business specializing in hygienic, vegan, and cruelty-free skincare products. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love these. I saw these on TikTok and bought them. I will be buying more. They are great for my face. Really soft and VERY durable and strong, even when wet. You can wash your face [with it] or just dry your face, either way, it’s the best option." —Sahara

Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $17.05.  

33. A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo that thousands of reviewers swear by for helping restore their hair and promote healthy hair growth over time. It also includes nourishing ingredients like rosemary oil, zinc, and coconut oil to help moisturize locks and give them a fuller, more volumized look. 

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Read more about how biotin shampoo could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic.

Maple Holisticsis a small business that specializes in beauty products with all-natural ingredients. Check out a TikTok of the biotin shampoo in action. 

Promising review: "I love this shampoo! I had gastric sleeve surgery, and my hair was very, very thin. I started taking biotin and switched to biotin shampoo, as recommended by my doctor. It doesn’t make your hair grow by washing it, but it makes your hair and roots stronger. And it worked. After using the whole bottle, my hair was stronger. I had a lot of new growth that was sticking around (the previous new growth fell out early on), and my hair was getting thicker. Eight months later, my hair is back to normal. It's longer and thicker than ever." —Diane J. Huff

Get it from Amazon for $13.95 (available in three scents).

Psst — reviewers mention this is most effective when paired with a scalp massager to work it into their roots! 

34. A painless, mint-flavored teeth-whitening pen reviewers swear by as an alternative to pricey professional treatments and strips. This gets results from the very first use, lightening up years' worth of stains from coffee, tea, wine, or just, you know, existing as a human with teeth.

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Promising review: "This product actually works! Very affordable, too. There are a lot of expensive teeth whitening products out there, but why spend extra money when you don't have to? Definitely worth trying!" —Mona L Cureton

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.77 (clip the 40% off coupon on the product page for this price). 

35. MagicMinerals AirBrush Foundation, which lives up to its name and THEN some — one quick spray of the foundation on the included brush, and it glides so smoothly and subtly over your skin texture that you'll feel like a makeup artist did it for you. Reviewers in their thirties, forties, and up especially swear by this lightweight but effective formula, and love that it's ridiculously easy to use. 

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Jerome Alexander is a small business that specializes in airbrush cosmetic products. 

HELLO — I found this through a recommendation on a Reddit beauty forum for people in their thirties, and I am OBSESSED. I am not very skilled with makeup and was intimidated by the brush factor, but it's nearly foolproof. This foundation straight-up glosses over my pores and redness and makes my skin look so even-toned and natural that it doesn't look like I used much foundation at all. It's a bit price-y compared to brands I used in the past, but I'm still on my first bottle of it, and it's been three full months. I hope this never stops getting made. It is so lightweight and lovely and has made my makeup routine feel like a TREAT. 

Promising review: "Bought this because I saw it on TikTok, and it did not disappoint. I love the lightweight feel of it and how easy it is to build." —Smickens

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 12 shades). 

36. Nyx's Pore Filler Targeted Stick, a holy grail option for anyone with sensitive skin who may have had it up to HERE with other pore fillers and their promises. This has a "blurring" effect to reduce the appearance of pores and smooth your skin without causing any extra shine you have to blot out. 

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Check out a TikTok of the Nyx Pore Filler in action.  

Promising review: "Love this. It truly covers my pores and I noticed it covers some of my wrinkles. I apply it right before I apply my foundation. There is no drying time needed. And it makes my skin silky smooth. I'm buying it again as I write this review. Thanks for this product." —Greeneyez 

Get it from Amazon for $9.28.  

37. The internet-famous Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller that swipes over your face like a magic wand to make excess oil disappear — super convenient and *way* less wasteful than using blotting strips and time wasting than fancy powders that need a ton of blending work. 

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Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. It was backordered but then I got an email saying it was in stock and I was SO excited. Not only is it affordable, but it's washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful." —Kelsey B.

Get it from Amazon for $8.12.  

38. PanOxyl Antimicrobial Hydrating Acne Creamy Wash, the gentler version of the OG foaming wash. This sensitive skin-friendly formula effectively clears up bacteria that causes acne on your face *and* body, helping clear and unclog pores so your skin can ~thrive~. Reviewers swear by this both for clearing up existing acne, and preventing more blemishes! 

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Psst — this "gentler" formula contains 4% Benzoyl peroxide, so reviewers with sensitive skin swear by this one versus the foaming 10% version, which admittedly does pack a bit more of a powerful punch. 

Promising review: "This working like no other. Sometimes when products have no lather I can’t tell if it’s working tbh. This has no lather but works! Improves breakouts and textured skin. I saw results in four days." —Ellice D. Ellis

Get it from Amazon for $9.77 (available in different sizes). 

39. Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Daily Skin Therapy for EXTRA strength moisturizing — this solid moisturizer is designed to soften, smooth, and protect extra dry skin all over the body for up to 48 hours. Reviewers with sensitive skin, dry and cracked joints and heels, and sensitive skin especially love how fast this works, and how deeply it hydrates. 

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Promising review: "Having extremely sensitive skin, I’m very selective about what products I use on my dry skin. I’ve been using this for years as it works wonders for my skin, providing the moisture it desperately needs, and it’s compact, so it’s easy to keep in my purse. It’s solidly made but glides smoothly and smells incredible! I just LOVE how it doesn’t leave my skin oily but soft and well-hydrated. I get complimented on my skin often and I feel as though this Palmer’s product is the reason for the overall radiant appearance. I’m beyond pleased with this Palmer’s moisturizing product that works as designed to heal and soften, and my skin absolutely LOVES it too!" —Glam-Ma's "Unbiased" Review 

Get it from Amazon for $7.68

40. A set of "Golden Glow" under-eye gels made with 24-karat gold collagen formulated to brighten, nourish, and soothe your under-eyes so you can get that sweet, sweet de-puffing relief (and look ~expensive~ while you're doing it). 

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Dermora is a small business that specializes in eye masks and foot peels. 

Promising review: "I have to say I was a skeptic on these but bought them anyway on a whim after seeing them on The Today Show. Much to my surprise I found they really did what they said they do. The puffiness under my eyes was substantially reduced and my skin felt much softer and moisturized. They're a great addition to your self-care." —janiem

Get 15 pairs from Amazon for $12.25 (also available in three other sets).

41. A pomade hair wax stick designed to work for all hair types for some residue-free *instant* hold for slick-back ponytails or setting flyaways, cowlicks, and baby hairs into place, if that's the ~look~ you're going for that day. Reviewers note how easy it is to glide over hair and brush back without leaving hair looking greasy or shiny. 

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Promising reviews: "I saw this on YouTube and immediately wanted to try it. I have curly hair, which I love, but sometimes I just want to put it in a ponytail and go on with my day. This is a time saver for all those little hairs that tend to stick up or don't want to stay in place. I’m not a fan of hairspray, and this even smells nice. I believe it’s a light coconut smell. Overall satisfied, and you don’t need to use much. I took it with me on vacation, and it saved me time in the evening from having to deal with bad hair days." —Blanca Perez

Get it from Amazon for $7.19 (also available in multipacks).  

42. Arishine's Reusable Magnetic Eyeliner and Lashes Kit that lets you skip the hassle of cheap glue or expensive salon extensions — this comes with an eyeliner with ultra-fine magnetic particles that connect the lashes, making it so easy to use that it's converting regular fake lash wearers left and right. Reviewers love that these stay PUT and can be reused over and over with the proper care. 

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Promising review: "After checking out all the reviews and seeing some of my fave YouTube and TikTok makeup gurus rave about these, I decided to try. I'm not an everyday eyelash wearer, just special occasions normally. These magnetic eyelashes are a game changer. I felt like they were easier to apply than regular glue and lashes. I've worn them way more often just because they are so much easier to apply over regular lashes. The weight is the same as normal false lashes. The liner/adhesive is easy to apply and it is the perfect consistency, gives you crisp lines without a lot of work for your liner look, and sticks really well. The price and the product cannot be beat!" —Morgan Bean 

Get a set of five from Amazon for $18.99

43. Aloderma Organic Aloe Vera Gelfor your WHOLE body — this packs such an "all-purpose" moisturizing, skin-calming punch that reviewers swear by it for everything from healing cracked, dry skin to helping calm rosacea and sunburns to tackling dandruffthat even prescription meds wouldn't touch. GO, LITTLE MOISTURIZER, GO!! 

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Promising reviews: "My skin feels like the bottom of a newborn. This is so great. The natural ingredients are the best and it leaves my skin with a natural glow and softness that I have never felt before. I have aging skin and it is just a great product. I use it on my face and my hair on wash days. I am going to order three more just so I don’t run out." —Divine

"I bought this because I had a bad breakout. My previous moisturizer was not working for me. I have oily skin so it didn't help. I saw this on TikTok. This has truly helped my skin. I use a toner after washing my face. I put this on afterward. It has a cool feel to it. It has balanced my oily skin. My skin looks so much better. It helped with some dark spots. My skin is soft and not dry. I recommend this to anyone who has sensitive skin, oily face, any marks, and needs hydration. A little goes a long way so it will last." —Les 

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in three- and six-packs). 

44. A pack of the internet-beloved Mighty Patch Pimple Spot Treatment, a hydrocolloid sticker that you can apply straight onto open zits to help drain them and reduce that sore feeling overnight. Personally *love* to see a problem magically disappear while I'm snoozing. 

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Promising review: "I heard all about these on TikTok so I decided to order. I switched my birth control and was having a ton of breakouts, these are amazing! They helped me stop picking at my face. My skin is so clear now. Will always have these in my house from now on!" —Kiara Galloway 

Get it from Amazon for $12.99

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