27 Dermstore Items You'll Wonder Why You Waited To Try
Promising review: "I was trying to find a toner to use on the days that I won't be using my witch hazel. It has a clean scent that isn't overpowering. It keeps my acne at bay and my skin even. I got it as a sample and decided to buy the big version. I feel it has been helping with my acne scar pigmentation." —JenPrice: $11+ (available in two sizes)
A Dr. Whitney Bowe gentle face cleanser because when it comes to keeping your pores clear, your skin deserves a super soft touch. Get ready to look and feel as fresh, calm, and glow-ready as a dewy morning in your favorite rom-com montage.
Promising review: "Cleansing but not stripping! Hydrating and great for a year-round cleanser. Will buy again!" —RachelPrice: $36
A long-lasting Tarte lengthening mascara which gives you lashes ~so~ full and fluttery, people will swear they're fake, but nope, this stuff is just that good. Think falsie-level glam without the usual clumping situation.
Promising review: "This is the best mascara that I've bought in years. It doesn't clump and makes my lashes look amazing." —AMANDAPrice: $28
An Olaplex No. 8 bond intense moisture mask to leave your locks oh-so-luscious and buttery soft to the point where people will start asking you which pricey salon you've been frequenting.
Promising review: "Love this! I've been using some products to lighten my hair during the summer, which has had an overall drying effect on my hair. This was my first time trying an Olaplex product, but the reviews are great and I can see why! After just one use my hair is visibly smoother and more nourished. Will definitely be integrating this product into my routine." —JPrice: $30
A Vacation class whip SPF 30 sunscreen for a super fun, frothy twist on the usual UV ray protection. It's light-as-air, delightfully scented, and so fun to apply you'll actually look forward to reapplying it.
Promising review: "I really enjoy this sunscreen; it's fun and different. A little goes a long way, and it smells amazing!" —SamanthaPrice: $22
A PCA SKIN hyaluronic acid lip booster well worth the splurge as it brilliantly blends intense hydration with a plumping effect for lips that feel smoother, look fuller, and stay more moisturized all the live long day. Talk about a 10/10 luxe product.
Promising review: "My lips are constantly dry. I use this at night time and it does a great job of keeping my lips moist." —MaryannePrice: $50
A Jane Iredale brightening face primer that does more than just prep your skin; it artfully illuminates, smooths, and blurs imperfections for a radiant base that makes your makeup look better and last longer. Think of it as your skin's secret weapon for that lit-from-within glow.
Promising review: "I love this primer! It makes my skin so smooth and makes my makeup look great. It also smells really good!" —CaitlinPrice: $55
A Paula's Choice body lotion with glycolic acid and antioxidants, because your skincare routine shouldn't stop at your neck. This glow-getter exfoliates, hydrates, and revives dull skin so well, it's practically lotion-ary.
Promising review: "This is a staple in my after shower routine to keep my back smooth. It helps a lot especially after exfoliating to keep the bacne at bay." —RedsunPrice: $32
A salon-quality Mason Pearson brush designed specifically for long hair, featuring a luxurious blend of nylon and boar bristles that detangle and distribute natural oils like a dream, turning every brush stroke into a sheer delight.
Promising review: "I have researched this brush for a few years now, I finally bought it about six months ago. I'm so glad I did! Using this brush is so healthy for your scalp; it descales and exfoliates your scalp and distributes the oil in your hair beautifully. I have been under a lot of stress for the past 12 years often on and have dealt with some hair loss off and on as a result. For the past six months of using this, my amazing hairstylist and my mom on separate occasions both noticed how healthy my hair has looked. On top of that, I didn't get my haircut for about a year and a half and they made these comments. It's important to take care of the brush and follow the instructions exactly on how to care for it, and also to not loan anyone due to possibly giving or getting a fungal infection in your scalp from someone. I would like to get the travel size brush so I'm not traveling with this expensive one. This brush is in investment, but I feel like honestly if I take care of it I only have to buy it once and enjoy the rewards that come with using it." —AnonymousPrice: $275
A MDSolarSciences hydrating sheer lip balm with SPF 30 featuring rich, pigmented color that glides on like a gloss, protects like a sunscreen, and nourishes like no other. It's a triple threat your lips will thank you for, sun or shine.
Promising review: "The color is lovely, it applies smoothly, it's moisturizing, and protects against UV rays. It's the total package!" —AmberPrice: $25 (available in seven shades)
A hydrating Obagi Medical nu-derm toner perfect for after-sun care and restoring balance to sun-stressed skin. Refreshing, calming, and alcohol-free, it's that cool drink of TLC your face has been craving after a long day in the rays.
Promising review: "Clean, fresh toner without any residue. I've been using this toner for many years. I highly recommend." —NanPrice: $49
A bareMinerals loose powder foundation with SPF 15 that delivers breathable, buildable coverage with a naturally radiant finish. Meet the OG clean beauty staple that proves powder can pack a flawless (and sun-safe) punch.
Promising review: "My favorite! Gives a nice natural coverage. Lets your skin breathe while still providing coverage. It's also very sensitive skin friendly!" —KPrice: $39 (available in 28 shades)
A charcoal-infused Briogeo dry shampoo great for when when your hair needs a reset but your schedule says 'not today." This stuff absorbs oil, refreshes your roots, and adds volume without pesky, chalky residue. Basically, it's your wash-day delay MVP.
Promising review: "This is by far my favorite dry shampoo! I've repurchased several times, and it just works wonders. It doesn't make my hair feel sticky like aerosol dry shampoos, and I always feel like I have clean hair with this. There is a bit of a learning curve to the packaging, but once you get it down this product is perfect." —kyaPrice: $25
A Skin Gym rose quartz gua sha tool that works wonders for boosting circulation, reducing puffiness, and sculpting your features with every gentle glide. For best results, use it daily on a clean face with toner, moisturizer, or at least a splash of water, because your skin deserves that crystal-clear care.
If you're new to gua sha, this TikTok provides a fantastic tutorial.Promising review: "I use this every once in a while when I remember I have it and it works wonders. I use it on my face after my shower and if makes my skin feel so tight and firm. I highly recommend!" —HazelPrice: $32
A SkinMedica eye repair cream if your under-eyes are begging for a little extra lovin'. This rich, restorative formula is like beauty sleep in a jar (even when you didn't get any).
Promising review: "This is my favorite for under eyes. It's hydrating and smoothing and even helps with puffiness. Absorbs quickly." —jannilPrice: $106
A Terry eyeshadow palette which combines rich pigment with serious skincare cred, infused with hyaluronic acid to hydrate and smooth your lids while delivering silky, crease-proof color. It's eye makeup that treats your skin as well as it treats your look.
Promising review: "Easy to apply and the colors are universal. Overall happy with the purchase." —DanaPrice: $60
An Oribe repair and restore conditioner to bring your hair back from the brink of ruin — think split ends, dryness, and dullness all getting the boot. Loaded with A+ ingredients, it's basically rehab in a bottle for your strands. One rinse and you'll be saying, genius.
Promising review: "I love this conditioner. I have fine hair. This conditioner doesn't weigh it down and my hair has a pretty shine. I am a repeat purchaser." —JudithPrice: $22+ (available in three sizes)
A Grande Cosmetics brow enhancing serum so your arches can achieve the glow-up they so deserve, whether you're recovering from an over-plucking era or just craving fuller, bolder brows. With consistent use, it's basically like a magic wand for sparse spots.
Promising review: "My brows had thinned significantly but with nightly use filled in. I order a tube ahead so I do not run out. I appreciate the subtle difference this serum makes especially when used with brow powder or eyebrow pencil. My esthetician was impressed with the new growth on the outer brows which was my biggest concern." —KarenPrice: $38+ (available in two sizes)
A R+Co moisture and shine hair crème to bring all the gloss without the grease. This lightweight miracle tames frizz, amps up hydration, and leaves your strands lit-from-within shiny... a good hair day in a tube with no blowout required.
Promising review: "I have wavy hair that gets frizzy with humidity. I've never used a leave-in conditioner so I rolled the dice and tried High Dive. It's been great! It definitely tames my hair under high-humidity situations." —M in FairfaxPrice: $18+ (available in two sizes)
A U Beauty tinted hydrator if you're in the market for a foundation that doesn't feel like one. This stuff gives your skin that dewy, 'I-woke-up-like-this' glow and is about to be your new no-makeup makeup bestie.
Promising review: "Love U Beauty serum and moisturizer. This seems to provide good coverage." —KatherinePrice: $108 (available in 10 shades)
A highly popular Paula's Choice liquid exfoliant that's basically skincare royalty. This cult-favorite formula with 2% BHA unclogs pores, smooths texture, and clears up breakouts like a boss.
Promising review: "I highly recommend this product. It helps smooth out my complexion and helps to brighten." —AndiePrice: $15+ (available in two sizes)
A Jane Iredale makeup blender sponge which takes your complexion from 'just okay' to airbrushed perfection. Designed to hug every contour of your gorgeous face, it blends foundation, concealer, and more like a dream.
Promising review: "Using this flocked sponge is a game changer. The powder goes on much smoother with no over powdering blending into my skin like magic." —Grace33Price: $8
An Oribe scalp exfoliating scrub because great hair always starts at the roots. This luxe scrub buffs away buildup and rebalances your scalp for healthier, shinier strands. Scrub-liminal, if you ask me.
Promising review: "I love the Orbie Serene Scalp Exfoliating Scrub. It does a wonderful job removing build up of hair products from the scalp and an added bonus is the heavenly scent! I would highly recommend this product and I plan on purchasing this product in the future." —Anonymous Price: $52
A Medik8 liquid peptides serum that's more or less a good pep talk for your skin. The high-tech formula delivers 30% peptide power to target fine lines, boost firmness, and supercharge your natural glow.
Promising review: "As someone with dry skin, finding a hydrating serum that actually works can be a challenge. Medik8 Liquid Peptides has been a game-changer for me. It absorbs quickly and leaves my skin feeling incredibly soft and hydrated throughout the day. I've noticed a visible improvement in the overall texture of my skin." —TetyanaPrice: $66
A dual-sided BeautyBlender powder puff because the brand that brought you the iconic blending sponge ~also~ dreamed up this nifty multitasker (genius). With a plush side for powdering and a velvety side for blotting or touch-ups, it's your secret weapon for staying flawless.
Promising review: "I use this and the regular BeautyBlender to do my makeup. While you can use the sponge for powder, I think it looks even better when using this. The look is so natural and seamless!" —RachelPrice: $15
A moisturizing Unite hair shampoo packed with nourishing ingredients that deliver a rich, creamy cleanse that restores softness and shine. No heavy residue here, folks, just hair that feels as good as it looks.
Promising review: "This shampoo smells great and makes my hair feel soft and moisturized." —DorisPrice: $36
And an Obagi eyelash enhancing serum which helps support natural lash growth, leaving them looking longer, fuller, and healthier over time. One swipe a night, and your mascara might start collecting dust soon.
Promising review: "Noticeable improvement in a few weeks. Easy to use." —EPrice: $120
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- Tom's Guide
These might be the best sounding headphones I've ever tested — and you won't believe the price
I loved the Dali IO-8. They're far too expensive to land a spot on our best headphones list, but they're easily my favorite wireless headphones around today. Or at least, they were my favorite — until I got to try their bigger brother. Since I first saw them at a HiFi show, I've had my eye on the Dali IO-12. Their massive, plush earcups looked endlessly tempting and the potential for sound that's even more impressive than their cousins had me salivating. Sign. Me. Up. So I procured a pair — and my goodness. I knew they'd be good, but I didn't know just how good something that costs nearly $2,000 would actually be. They're not perfect, but they sound incredible. I've seen "expensive" headphones, but Dali's over-ears take the cake. They're sublimely comfortable, feature solid battery life, and sound unlike anything I've put on my ears. Wireless audio nirvana — with the price to match. Before we can talk about what makes them well-worth their price, we have to cover their less-than-desirable aspects. Pop them on your head and you immediately turn into a robot from a '50s sci-fi animation. The IO-12 are not... small. They're quite large, from their earpads to their headband and the metal armatures that keep them together. Pop them on your head and you immediately turn into a robot from a '50s sci-fi animation, or a more fleshy version of Robby the Robot from Forbidden Planet. Even the case is very large, hard and protective. It's not something that's easily going to slip into your backpack, that's for sure. A bit like early laptops, they're more luggable than outwardly easy to transport. Because travel is more of an afterthought than their primary purpose, it makes sense why their noise cancelation performance is good, but not mind-blowing. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Dali has designed and built the ANC in the IO-12 not for out-and-out performance, but to make it easier to hear your music should things get noisy. It's not going to hold a candle to the likes of the AirPods Max or the Sony WH-1000XM6, but it does enough to smother out ambient background noise. Most importantly, the ANC doesn't do anything to the sonic characteristics of the headphones. Your music sounds the same when it's on or off. That's important, because even amongst the top best noise-canceling headphones there is some sound warping that can happen when you turn ANC on. That's because the ANC algorithm is using parts of your music to counteract the noise of the outside world, and it's something that you'll often be able to detect. Well, there's no app for a start, so you can't control the EQ from your phone or adjust the ANC level. Instead, you have to rely on the on-device controls to change the settings. There's an ANC key that changes between ANC on, transparency, or off. There's an EQ key which switches between 'bass' and 'hifi', and then the playback controls on the outer panel of the earcup. You can change the volume and skip tracks with the outer roundel, and play/pause with the middle button. I love the physical controls — but they're certainly not future-facing. That's basically it for features. There's no spatial audio here for extra surround sound. No ANC mode that shifts depending on the noise around you, and no fancy extras like you'll find on the likes of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. They're refreshingly simple. In terms of battery life, you're only getting about 35 hours per charge, which is about the same as the leading models that cost a whole $1,200 less. So far, apart from their incredible build and sumptuous leather padding (sorry vegans), there's little to show you where your money has gone. And then you press 'play.' Even if you use them wirelessly as opposed to their wired mode, the Dali IO-12 sound heavenly. There's a massive 50mm driver made in the same way as the brand's speaker drivers, using similar materials, that delivers some of the best bass weight of any headphones I've ever sampled. The record scratches of Limp Bizkit's My Way give way to the massive bass impact and Durst's bravado. The drums hit hard and fast, the distorted guitars get angry and edgy. There's detail for days in the top end, never being overpowered by the powerful bass. It's a sight to behold (or a sound to hear, although that perhaps lacks the gravitas we're looking for here) — and almost certainly not the kind of audio gear the boys were expecting their music to be played with. It's saddening to think you have to spend so much to get music to sound this good. The soundstage, a spatial representation of the audio, is something to be envied by just about every other headphone maker on the planet: The soundstage does excellent work with orchestras and jazz bands, making sure you can place each instrument accurately. It's a masterwork of sound engineering — and it's saddening to think you have to spend so much to get music to sound this good. The piano that emerges in the right earcup about mid-way through Paradise by the Dashboard light as Meat Loaf slams his fingers on the keyboard particularly shines. In perfectly audible layers you'll hear the incredible vocal clarity as Ellen and Meat Loaf discuss the various merits of their teenage love affair, the drums that clash and the bass guitar that lays down its devious groove. Plug them into a good audio source, and things get even better. The detail is dialed up to eleven, the mids widened, and the bass even more powerful. There's something massive about the way that the IO-12 sound. It certainly shows where the money goes when you spend this much money on a pair of headphones. There's zero distortion at higher volumes, making it all too easy for the dial to creep further towards hearing-damaging levels. Sure, there are expensive (and even slightly cheaper) wired options that sound better than the Dali IO-12. But here you're paying for the whole package — a pair of headphones that sound like audiophile cans without the need for a cable. Are they worth $1,750? No, there's not very much that is. Are they a sublime showing of the kind of performance you can get out of a pair of wireless headphones? Absolutely — and I adore them. If you want headphones that will allow you to hear your music in an entirely new way and have over a grand in disposable income, I'd make the case for them. But if decent sound quality is simply another feature to be ticked off in a long list, there are much cheaper options on our list of the best cheap headphones that will suffice.
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Dodgers host Kobe Bryant bobblehead night to honor Lakers legend
The Los Angeles Dodgers honored Kobe Bryant on Friday with a special bobblehead giveaway at their stadium. The date, Aug. 8, was chosen to recognize the No. 8 jersey Bryant wore during the first half of his career with the Los Angeles Lakers. Bryant's wife, Vanessa, and their daughters, Natalia, 22, Bianka, 8 and Capri, 6, attended the event ahead of the team's game at Dodgers Stadium against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Dodgers and Vanessa collaborated on an Instagram post on Aug. 8 showing pictures of Bryant's daughters partaking in some pre-game activities. The carousel was accompanies by the caption, "Mamba forever. Thank you, Vanessa, Natalia, Bianka and Capri for helping us celebrate Kobe Bryant Bobblehead Night. 💙." Bianka threw the ceremonial first pitch to Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman, while Capri delivered the traditional opening line, telling the crowd, 'It's time for Dodgers baseball!' The bobblehead, unveiled by the team earlier this summer, depicts Bryant wearing his No. 24 Lakers jersey and Dodgers-themed Nike Kobe 6 Protro sneakers while holding a baseball bat. The collectible was available exclusively to fans attending the Aug. 8 game, with the first 40,000 ticketed guests receiving one upon entry. Bryant, a five-time NBA champion and 18-time All-Star, died in January 2020 in a helicopter crash that also claimed the life of his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, and seven others.
Buzz Feed
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- Buzz Feed
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Some Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener — a hyaluronic acid-enriched color-adaptive formula that's ready to neutralize bluish under-eye shadows and dark circles. Tap it on with your finger or a sponge and you'll suddenly look like you slept a full eight hours! A set of DEET-free mosquito-repelling bracelets you can wear when camping, walking your dog, or attending backyard BBQs. They come in resealable packages, so you can even use 'em more than once. Elizavecca's Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment — it works just like a hair mask to repair your locks in five minutes flat. The Ceramide 3- and collagen-packed formula repairs all types of hair, whether you've got over-processed tresses or 4c hair that's susceptible to dryness. Reviewers even say the $8 product is comparable to Olaplex No. 3. A limited edition Eos Marshmallow "Super Balm" lip treatment that might just have you licking your lips the same way your dog does when you give peanut butter. Reviewers say it smells and tastes that good!! A three-pack of Dr. Scholl's reviving foot masks with Epsom salt, shea butter, and a nifty self-heating design so you can treat your tootsies to some TLC. Some reviewer-loved Nippies if you've vowed to have a bra-free summer. These silicone pasties come in two sizes and various colors, so chances are you'll find the right fit! A pair of chic link earrings that will add the perfect finishing touch to any outfit — and for a price that won't make you wince. Essence's Lash Princess Mascara — it delivers a falsies-level look for less than five bucks!! It seems questionable, I know, but for confirmation, you need only to look at the 264,000+ 5-star reviews. Some milky "nail concealer" polish in a sheer, buildable shade TikTok is absolutely obsessed with. If you're dealing with yellowing, calcium marks, or brittleness, this will give you a uniform blank slate. 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A pore control cleansing oil that goes after blackheads and general congestion so aggressively, some reviewers even say you they can see 👀 the dirt and dead skin get flushed out. A hair wax stick so you can nail the slicked-back ponytail look on days when you can't be bothered to wash your hair. Ain't no shame in that game! A bag of Liquid I.V. electrolyte drink mix in Popsicle Firecracker flavor, if you can even believe it. The lemon-lime, cherry, and raspberry mixture will not only make your tastebuds do a cartwheel or two, but it provides 3x the electrolytes of typical sports drinks and 100% of your B3, B5, B6, and B12 vitamins. Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion — an affordable pick that TikTokers are tripping over themselves to get as they swear it moisturizes and smells as good as much more expensive options from brands like Philosophy and Bath & Body Works. A hands-free Bluetooth remote so you can read an e-book or scroll through TikTok without even having to *touch* your Kindle or phone. And a gooseneck tablet and phone stand you can hook up to your bed frame or nightstand so you can mindlessly scroll TikTok — look, Ma, no hands! — while Netflix also plays in the background. 😈 A Korean exfoliating mitt that scrubs away dead skin, leaving you ready for a biiiiiig night in of applying your fake tanner. And if that's not your thing — no worries — it also helps unclog pores, prevent ingrown hairs, and eliminate bumps caused by keratosis pilaris. A ribbed sweetheart neckline tank if your wardrobe currently consists of ratty PJ tops and bulky sweaters, so a go-to summer top would lit'rally be life changing. A new pair of chunky sunnies sure to protect your peepers on your daily walk to Dunkin'. Those in-app deals ($3 cold brewwww) really do be worth it! An on-trend vest top with a slightly cropped silhouette that'll pair per-fectly with all of your high-waisted bottoms and chunky gold accessories. An elegant set of cylindrical wineglasses that'll make you feel R–I–C–H even if you're just throwing back some Two-Buck Chuck while you catch up on Bachelor in Paradise. Solar-powered light-up flowers sure to add some whimsy to any outdoor space. And since they're cordless, you don't have to worry about being in proximity of an outlet. An easy-to-apply one-hour (!!) self-tanner if, try as you might, you just can't naturally tan. 😭 PS: Even complete novices say they found success with this formula! An all-in-one K-beauty balm that does the work of a lip balm ✅ , eye cream ✅ , neck cream ✅ , primer ✅ , and face mist ✅ ! This will not only save you time... but MONEY. A mini ice cube tray because chewable nugget ice is literally 🙌🏻 life 🙌🏻giving, but you don't live close to the ultimate source (aka Sonic). A set of TikTok-beloved checkered cosmetic bags so you can take all of your favorite products on the road, whether that's to work for midday touchups or to your BFF's house for your weekly sleepover. A hanging disco ball planter if having ABBA play 24/7 isn't enough to let your visitors (or your neighbors) know you live and breathe to boogie. A smudge-proof, transfer-proof lip stain masque that goes on blue and then peels off to reveal a natural matte shade that lasts for up to 10 hours! A ~floating~ incense holder with a genius design that catches ash and dust, so you don't have to weigh your desire for a calming scent against your absolute disdain for cleaning. A fully adjustable portable backyard mister you can coil along a railing, or an umbrella, or even just prop up on the ground next to you. It might not look like much, but it can cool areas off by up to 20 degrees! A set of custom stickers featuring your favorite itty bitty face or celeb crush. Stick them on your computer, your water bottle, your notebooks, heck, I would stick them on the inside of my eyelids if I could. A roll of app-controlled LED rope lights you can use to create random squiggles on your living wall OR spell out naughty words. Your choice. And Clean Skin Club's 100% bio-based face wipes, which are just the ticket if BeautyTok has convinced you to ditch regular towels as — even when freshly laundered — they can harbor acne-causing bacteria.
