Reviewers Call These 32 Beauty Products “Magic” So It’s Probably Time We Start Listening
Check out a TikTok of this mask in action.
Most reviewers recommend doing this treatment once per week.
Promising review: "I am not too big on skincare, but I have been following this mask's hype on digital platforms. A couple of months back I ordered since the price tag is not bad. I live in Arizona, and it gets really dry here; this mask worked like magic. Helped me combat the dryness. The best part is you don't have to use it daily (unless you want baby skin). I use it once every week and it keeps my skin plumped the whole week. I take this with me during travel and put it while I am on the plane to not have jetlagged skin after. This review is coming from a toddler mom and a full-time worker, so you can imagine how much limited time I have for myself." —Ms. W
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $19 (also available in a 16-count and in one other style).
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Promising review: "So this product is completely worth the money. The quality is amazing. I didn’t notice any smell after a few seconds of using it. My skin was smooth and bright but not sticky. It works like magic. I have sensitive skin, so I can’t use this product too close to my nose, but in the rest, it's amazing!" —Isabela L
Get a pack of 70 from Amazon for $18.90 (available in four other styles).
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Promising review: "I have been using this eye gel for a couple of weeks now and let me tell you. If you are using it consistently, it will transform your under eyes! My eye areas look and feel so bright, plump, and youthful! It has helped diminish my dark circles and fine lines...they are now nonexistent. It's like magic in a tube! It's also very lightweight and moisturizing with absolutely no scent! It has great ingredients that are really good for your skin! I'm extremely satisfied and recommend 1,000%!" —Brittany Crandall
Get it from Amazon for $5.98.
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, some researchers have found rosemary oil to be as effective at encouraging hair growth as Rogaine! And read more about how biotin could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising reviews: "Legit magic in a bottle. Wish I could order this stuff by the gallon. Took a chance on this because I was desperate, having already spent so much money on luxury and drugstore products with little results. I use this as a pre-treatment on scalp and ends before I wash hair. Scalp has improved dramatically. I feel like there’s not as much breakage/fallout, and my ends are fuller. (This is after like six months, but my scalp was better immediately.)" —Claire Blanchard
"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 $9.79.
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BTW some people use it as a daily lip balm or lip protectant over their lipstick, too!
Laneige is an Asian-owned brand that has been in the beauty game for years. (Seriously, since the '90s!) The luxury brand prides itself on being affordable, too, and has many fan-favorite products because of it.
Promising review: "I have no idea what Ingredient(s) are making this stuff MAGIC. I have tried it so many lip, hydrating masks, bombs, and chopsticks from all of the name brands, but there is truly something special about this lip mask. I have no idea what it is, but it feels DIFFERENT. The texture is HEAVENLY. The scent is light and yummy. It’s the perfect lip mask. 10/10" —Monique and Lucas
Get it from Amazon for $24 (available in seven scents and in sets).
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Just presoak feet, apply the gel, let sit for 5–10 minutes, and rinse! It's recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind.
Want to know more? Check out our full Lee Beauty Callus Remover write-up!
Promising review: "This thing is really what everyone said it is: MAGIC. I cannot believe, after one use, the results of my calluses. Just years and years of pain shaved down without any surgical treatment! WOW! I seriously have no words. If I could give this product 1 million stars, I would. If you’re someone who’s had callused feet for years, PLEASE BUY THIS!" —jess
Get it from Amazon for$7.99+(available in three scents and as a two-pack).
Promising review: "I have a whole six-step morning skincare routine that includes this and three other CeraVe products (toner and sunscreen are other brands), and they all work wonders for my skin. This under-eye cream is magic for puffiness and dark eye circles. Buy it and use daily ... you'll love it!" —Georgia Harrison
Get it from Amazon for $14.44.
And remember, like with any retinol (that actually works) *just do not use it every day.* Start slow and work yourself up if needed, paying attention to your skin.
Promising review: "This product is magic in a bottle!!! I have been struggling to find a good skincare routine that will remove my acne scars and dark spots on my face. I will forever buy this product! I’ve only been using this for two weeks and noticed a huge difference right away! I am so excited to clean my face in the morning and night now! I also bought the Cerave hydrating cleanser, moisturizer, and eye cream, and they have been amazing as well! CeraVe is the best! Don’t think twice about this product, just buy it!!!" —mallory brook bravo
Get it from Amazon for $18.68.
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Eight Saints is a woman-owned small biz using only eight plant-based ingredients in their skincare products.
Promising review: "Having intermittent bouts of eczema, and occasionally resorting to a topical steroid around the sensitive area near my eyes just felt dangerous, but that's the only thing that helped when the dryness became extreme. Enter Eight Saints. Within a few weeks, the gentle and effective potion started working their magic. And the scent? Dreamy. It's a little heavier, but not greasy and definitely soaks in nicely. I read that people commented about skin feeling plump, and I supposed that's accurate. I would also say my skin feels nourished from the time I apply 'til right when I wake up. It's nice finding a product and routine that relieves my dryness and I'm feeling confident that this new moisturizer is just what I needed. So far, it's a great combination for my skin. Thanks, Eight Saints. I appreciate your commitment to creating a clean, useful skincare line, and especially your Discovery Kit! I'd recommend Up the Anti, Cloud Whip, Seeking C, and Night Shift, as these are the ones I like best. Definitely worth checking out the kit to see what works for anyone interested." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $34.
Sephora
Promising review: "I’ve been using this for a few weeks now and I’m in love with it and the results it provides! Glow Recipe is one of my favorite brands, so I was so excited about this launch! This is a magic product, which literally works overnight! It helps the skin exfoliate, hydrate, and brighten! You instantly see results the next day! It’s definitely a must for me and I would recommend this to all skin types!" —sidrahwhoa
Get it from Sephora for $21+ (available in two sizes) or Amazon for $40.
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Simply apply it on wet hair after a shampoo, wait five minutes, and rinse it out. It's designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b to 4c curls mentioning it worked for them!
Promising review: "Like many others, I tried this as a replacement for Olaplex. Honestly, Olaplex never had a great effect on my hair and certainly wasn’t worth the price. This did an unreal job on my hair!! I was skeptical (tried a little bit first because I was petrified it would burn off my hair and I would end up bald!) but, lo and behold, it was magic! My hair is so strong, silky, and healthy-looking after just one use. Plus, you can’t beat the price! Have already ordered another box. I should also add that I have curly/wavy hair that’s been colored to a light brown. Buy it!!" —BB
Get it from Amazon for $7.60.
Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.
Promising reviews: "I've only been using this for four days and can see a slight difference in the appearance of my cellulite. I have a deep dimple in my left butt cheek and I can already tell that it's shrinking and smoothing out. I've used very expensive creams, oils, and lotions but after four days I already see more results with this product. To make it even better, the scent is amazing! I use it all over because it makes my skin so soft even the next day." —ChelseaK
"This stuff is magic! It smells amazing. Lasts for the entire day. Doesn't feel greasy. Goes on smoothly. I will definitely be reordering!" —Skittles79
Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in three sizes).
Promising review: "INCREDIBLE BEAUTY PRODUCT!! Works like magic! I am 66 years old and after using this moisturizer for only four days, I have not needed to use foundation makeup. This Medix retinol cream is a serious game changer!" —Nancy C. Trussell
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a two-pack and in various other scents/formulas).
Promising reviews: "My dry neck and the annoying itchiness I used to experience have completely gone away after using this cream. It’s not only soothing, but it also feels like it’s really nourishing my skin. The firming benefits are a bonus! I highly recommend this product to anyone dealing with dryness or discomfort in their neck and chest area. It’s become a must-have in my skincare routine." —JAcosta
"Wow! This cream is like magic! Kid you not, I've only been using it for a couple of weeks and the wrinkles on my neck and the slight double chin is almost completely GONE! I even noticed a huge change in the first week. Get this! It works!! I'm adding more to my cart rn before the price goes way up lol." —Ashley Nicole
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
Promising reviews: "I don’t know what sorcery this is or what kind of magic is included, but I can tell you this has changed my skin. I am in my late '50s with horrible oily skin. I have never taken care of my skin, but I bought this after reading a review, and HOLY COW. This is the REAL DEAL." —cynthia williamson
Get it from Amazon for $14+ (available in two sizes and as a bundle).
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Promising reviews: "I almost want to gatekeep. By far THE best dry shampoo I’ve ever used — not sure how this sorcery works, but I’m obsessed!" —Robertson
"I originally bought this for a month-long trip to Australia (that began with five days of camping without much time to stop by a store). I wanted something small and non-aerosol (because, travel), and hate applying powder by hand and didn't want to bring an application brush. The application sponge is great, and the powder itself is also magic. I was a DAILY hair washer most of my teenage and adult life, but now I can go an entire WEEK with this stuff (and other mindful habits like night braids). I really love it."—Bre
Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in seven shades and in multipacks).
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Check out a TikTok of the E.l.f. tubing mascara in action.
My colleague Emma Lord can vouch for this: "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."
Promising review: "This product is so good that I almost couldn't believe it! Since it is a 'tubing' mascara, it has a bit of a learning curve on application, but if you follow the directions and apply it from base to tip of lash, it is like magic. I've tried so many mascaras and this is the best one ever. It stays put, but it is also very easy to remove with no black eyes left behind. The pricing makes it even better. You'll love this." —Rosemary Breehl
Get it from Amazon for $7 (available in three shades).
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Promising review: "Hardly ever do I review, but this time...sheesh! This product blew me away after only three uses! First off, the ease of use! I've tried a ton of products for teeth whitening and all have been either inconvenient to use, or make you wear a mouthguard, etc. This is a PEN/brush! Hold it like a writing pen and twist up for the solution, the solution feeds through onto the brush, which is actually the size of a tooth and you just brush-stroke on dry teeth as you are smiling! It dries on, and you rinse off. Magical! I've seen a noticeable difference after only using this for three days!! My husband even said, WOW, your teeth look amazingly white. I'm a smoker/tea drinker/coffee drinker, too! What's even more awesome is the price! Two pens for such an amazingly low price. If I could give this 1,000 stars, you would have earned 1,001, know what I mean?!" —Lisa Edwards
Get a pack of two pens from Amazon for $18.95 (also available in packs of four or individually).
Blume
Blume is a women-owned, POC-owned small business based in Canada that specializes in cruelty-free, vegan, and environmentally-friendly products for skin, body, and period care.
Check out a TikTok of the Meltdown Acne Oil in action.
Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING and MAGIC. I ordered more out of fear of running out. All acne and fade products have dried or broken out my skin further, but this stuff clears my skin, makes it glow, and hydrates it. Beyond beyond obsessed. THANK U, BLUME! xoxo" —Kaitlin A.
Get a 0.5 oz. bottle from Amazon for $28 or a 1 oz. bottle from Blume for $47 (originally $52).
Promising review: "I love how my hair feels when I apply this serum. It feels soft and manageable and the best thing is, no matter how many times I reapply, it never feels heavy or greasy. Not sure how it achieves this magic, but it is great for when you want shine and softness on an easy hair day or protection on a heat day too." —Lorraine Shin Yoo
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in two sizes and four other formulas).
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It's non-greasy and free of fragrance, oil, and parabens. This lightly tinted sunscreen comes in one shade so it won't work for everyone — but there are clear options as well!
Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information!
Promising reviews: "This stuff is magic. I use it on my face as a sunblock but also as an excellent makeup base. I’ve also given it as a gift to rave reviews. I hesitated about the cost, but it goes a long way, and it looks great on, so I continue to use it." —Placeholder
"Great physical sunscreen for POC with a very minimal white cast. White cast is initially noticeable but fades very quickly. This doesn’t really clump up in my beard, which many mineral sunscreens do. Works great on my sensitive skin." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $43+ (available in two shades).
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To use on skin while preventing irritation, simply apply a generous layer of water-based serum, place your index finger on the glass tube, turn the device on, touch the glass tube's tip to your skin, then remove your finger and glide the tube across your skin. It's recommended to limit sessions to a maximum of two minutes twice per week. And bonus! This comes with FOUR different attachments: a spot tube for targeting individual areas, a mushroom tube to treat broad areas like the forehead, cheeks, and jawline, a tongue tube for the areas around your eyes and nose, *and* a comb tube you can use on your scalp to promote lush, healthy-looking hair.
See what this user has to say after doing a three-day test on it in this TikTok.
Promising review: "I wish I had discovered this before my mid-40s because it may actually be a miracle device. I’ve had hormonal acne for years, and it makes me so very self-conscious. When I say I have tried everything, I mean everything: numerous dermatologist recommendations, microdermabrasion, regular facials, all the gimmicks out there. Then I bit the bullet and got this. Y’ALL. Y’all! You will think I’m lying, but I am absolutely not. Three days of using this device and my acne is almost gone, my rosacea is getting better, and I plan to start using it on my wrinkles next since it’s doing so well on the acne! MAGICAL. If you’re on the fence, buy it." —Emily H.
Get it from Amazon for $79.95.
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SeoulCeuticals is a small skincare business that was founded in 2017 by a husband and wife team. Though it's a US-based company and the products are made in a state-of-the-art US facility, their main ingredients are sourced directly from South Korea, and they work closely with Korean partners and their consultant, Ella Cho, to ensure quality and authenticity. You can read more about the brand here!
Promising reviews: "I’m on my fourth or fifth bottle of this stuff, I use it as a daily toner and I must say that it is AMAZING. My skin is even and bright. I look like a buttery roll or a glazed donut, and I love it. My skin has never loved me more. I also pair this with their serum, along with a strict skincare routine." —Victoria Del La Torre
"This stuff is magic. My severe acne disappeared, and scars are fading. Every day, my skin looks better. Amazed!" —Elizabeth Grace
Get it from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in two styles).
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Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising review: "Guys. Guys. MAGIC IN A BOTTLE. I was slightly hesitant to buy this because of the price point, but I know it was highly praised on TikTok. I kid you not; I have not had a SINGLE whitehead since I started using this. I have EXTREMELY sensitive skin, and this toner has been amazing. My skin has quite literally never been clearer. I have tried so many freakin' products to try and get my skin clear, and this one is absolutely my new holy grail. I cannot recommend this enough if you have oily, acne-prone, super-sensitive skin. I cannot express how happy I am at how affordable it is!" —morgan
Get it from Amazon for $19.69+ (available in two sizes).
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BTW, a lot of reviewers say they use this as part of their double cleansing routine. As the name implies, double cleansing is a method of cleansing your face twice: first with an oil-based cleanser, and again with a water-based cleanser to help get all the yucky stuff out of your pores.
Promising reviews: "BEST OIL CLEANSER I SWEAR. I’ve gone through 3-4 bottles now, and it continues to cleanse my skin AMAZING. It melts makeup and clears pores. Honestly, a heaven-send. The first time I used it, it cleared a lot of my sebum, and even now, when I use it, it clears any dead skin and dirt I have, even when I don’t wear makeup. BUY IT, it's amazing." —rexichor
"This is so good for your skin and works like magic." —Akash
Get it from Amazon for $17.69.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer says: "I've worn these lashes, and tbh I'm never going back to strip lashes again! These look much more natural, are easy to apply, and don't budge until removed!"
Lilac St. is a woman- and AAPI-owned BTW!
Promising review: "At-home lash magic! I’ve been wearing this brand for a year now, I don’t know what I did before. They are perfection, I use their extra strength lash glue and I can easily get 10–14 days out of a set. I also use sizes 10mm-16mm for a beautiful natural look and I get so many compliments. OFTEN people think I get professional lash extensions!!! If they ever went out of business I’d be so lost without them!! Just do it already treat yourself. PS — Give yourself some time to adjust to this method before deciding if you like it. Watch some videos to figure out how to put them on. It’s worth it, I promise." —Stephanie R.
Get the original lashes from Amazon for $12.95 (available in four sizes, 10 styles, and in packs of three), and get the lash glue for $16 (available in black and clear). You can also get a starter kit (including 10mm lashes, glue, and applicator) for $38.
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Promising review: "I ordered this oil to help get rid of scars and stretch marks on my legs and WHAT THE HECK?! It worked within two weeks! I had stretch marks on my thighs, and they are now completely gone! I have a bunch of scars and dark spots on my legs, and they vanished! :) I put on the product just before I go to bed, and it works like magic! :) It also smells amazing, and it’s great for sensitive skin!" —Maria
Get it from Amazon for $11.12+ (also available in a larger size).
It's great for many skin types, including sensitive, oily, dry, and combination!
It's recommended that you do a patch test 24–48 hours before applying this all over your face, as it's a strong, concentrated formula. After that, apply three to five drops once daily and follow with a moisturizer (ideally one with SPF if you apply in the morning!). Though the bottle looks small, reviewers say it'll last you several months with daily use.
Check out our TruSkin Vitamin C Serum deep dive for more info!
Promising reviews: "Been buying this product for a few years now. The dramatic change to the even tone and youthfulness of my skin is unmatched!! This serum works like magic. Love it!!" —Bria
"Best $20 ever spent!!! The results are unbelievable. I was a bit skeptical because all the reviews were from Caucasian women, and I was slightly worried that my skin would not respond as well, but I was quite mistaken. With or without makeup, my skin is bright and smooth, and my spots are disappearing. One other result I am sure a number of people have not noticed is that your palms get softer too; I guess the residue on the palms makes it soft and supple." —Mayowa O
Get it from Amazon for $21.97+ (available in two sizes).
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Promising reviews: "I love these! They work great on your nose, but I love them for my chin. I get bad breakouts on my chin, and they work like magic overnight! I have just ordered these for the second time." —Nick Caldwell
"I use these nose patches on my actual nose, my forehead, and my chin because I have very oily skin, and WHEW do they draw out the gross gunk in my pores. My skin feels AMAZING after I use them!!" —Lillie Blanton
Get a seven-pack from Amazon for $9.98.
Tower 28
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: "What is this magic in a bottle??? LIFESAVER!!! I wish I found this product sooner, it really made a difference with pimples, redness, and pores!! Will repurchase forever." —mariavel
Get it from Tower 28, Sephora, or Amazon for $12+ (available in various sizes).
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Unlike other hair dryers, this one can be held closer to the roots and scalp for a higher volume and lift and helps you curl hair at the end while it dries. It comes with three heat settings and is designed to work on all hair textures — reviewers with 2a–4c hair mentioned it working for them, and especially noted that it helps cut down on drying time!
Promising review: "Oh. My. Gosh. Let me start off by saying I HATE doing my hair. It's long, straight, and really fine so I just let it air dry and call it a day but that leaves it flat, frizzy, and a little wavy in the back. Well I got this puppy in the mail today so immediately jumped in the shower so I could use my new drying brush and this thing is literally magic! It dried it so silky smooth and gave me so much volume. I used it on the low setting first then high and was blown away. I will forever be drying my hair this way. I feel like a hair model LOL. So basically ... just buy the thing. You won't regret it!" —Chloe512
Get it from Amazon for $29.49+ (available in various colors/styles).
Many reviewers with curl types 4a-c prefer the oval brush, but if you're looking to blow out tighter curls or coils, try the Revlon One-Step paddle brush instead. This model is made for users with curlier hair. You can get it for $24.11. Reviewers of this brush also say it's the best thing they've bought for their hair!
Read more about Differin and adapalene acne treatments at Mayo Clinic.
Promising reviews: "Look I don’t know what kind of magical potion is in this little bottle but I’ve used it approximately four times in the past week and my skin is GLOWING. My pores are suddenly nonexistent and my blackheads have shrunk. This stuff is amazing. Also it’s really moisturizing and not as irritating as other retinoids I have used in the past. The bottle is smaller than I was expecting but it is worth every penny. Great stuff. 11/10." —Demi
"This stuff actually works. I work in a spa and I’ve tried dozens of different products that cost five times the price to try to clear up my acne-prone skin, and NOTHING has worked as well as Differin gel. One of my esthetician coworkers recommended it to me and dang if she wasn’t right. It will dry out your skin pretty badly so make sure you have and use a good moisturizer but my skin cleared up in less than two weeks and I’m still amazed." —Rin Wisell
Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in four sizes).
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