26 Beauty Products Reviewers Wish They Could Give More Than 5 Stars

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26-05-2025

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SeoulCeuticals is a small skincare business that was founded in 2017 by a husband and wife team.Promising review: "I was actually hesitant to buy this product because I figured it could just be hyped-up fancy water. It is NOT. For me, at least, it is a miracle in a bottle! I LOVE this stuff and never want to be without it! Why, you ask? Let me explain. For the past few years I've suffered from dry, flaky, rough skin. I had found some products that would help to some degree, but none that would eliminate the problem. Well, when I tried another product in this line (the snail repair cream), I noticed a BIG difference. Almost all the flakes gone and I could wear makeup again without looking like a desiccated monster. "HOWEVER, when I added this product to my regimen? Holy guacamole, Batman! My skin is SO soft, hydrated and SMOOTH! My foundation (well, CC cream) goes on like a dream! The two products together worked wonders, BUT even when I use this product alone with absolutely nothing else (out of sheer laziness, mind you), my skin still looks dewy, smooth, hydrated and glowing! I'm sold! If I could give it 10 stars I would. It even helps keep my normally dry, chapped, peeling lips baby smooth! Life changing, I tell ya." — M. Joiner
$20 at Amazon
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Promising review: "The scent is nice. I'd give this 10 stars if I could. I've been using salon products for over a decade, and this is way better. And cheaper. I've even gotten compliments how silky smooth my hair looks. I put it on while my hair is wet, then again when I style if my hair gets frizzy from my flat-iron and to tame flyaways. It's my favorite hair product I own." — Amy Wilt
$19 at Amazon
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Check out this TikTok of Mikayla Nogueira's review of this foundation. Available in 40 shades and two finishes. Promising review: "This is my first time trying Korean makeup, and I'm very happy with my purchase! It feels like nothing I've ever tried before. I have oily skin, and this isn't a matte product, but it's not dewy either, which I love. It's moisturizing, but not oily at all. I think any skin type can use it. It's literally perfect. The application and the cushion made it go on my skin flawlessly. I wish I could give this 10 stars; it really exceeded my expectations! It will definitely be a staple in my makeup routine now." — CathyCheck the product page for additional coupons and promo codes for up to 10% off.
$21 at Amazon
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See it in action on TikTok. Promising reviews: "TEN STARS!!!!! Where has this product been all my life??? A couple of weeks into using it, and I have nothing but great things to say about it. It's soothing and has a very, very mild scent and great gel consistency. Simple ingredients. My under eyes have never looked better. Softer, brighter, tighter, lines are going away! Great for sensitive skin. Just try it yourself!!! Oh, and worth every little penny it cost me, which was hardly any!" — Hopper
$6 at Amazon
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To use, apply this in thin layers to avoid creasing, then follow with your favorite concealer and setting powder if you like. If you don't like applying products with your fingers, they also make a triangle-shaped puff that's perfect for using with this. Available in four shades.Promising review: "I am SO GLAD I happened upon this wonderful brightener! I use it every day, whether I wear other makeup or not. It's exactly the right color and texture for me. Catrice Eye Brightener is the best solution EVER for my inherited dark circles. I'd give it 10 stars if I could." — Caitlin Scott-Turner
$6 at Amazon
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It also helps tighten eye wrinkles if you'd prefer for them not to be as noticeable. And here's a tip! It reduces puffiness faster if used after refrigeration.Promising review: "I have eczema around my eyes and they are always red, dry, flaky, and puffy. This is the first product that I have tried that has healed my eyes! In less than one week, my eyes were completely transformed! I would give this more than five stars if I could!!!!" — amy
$10 at Amazon
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It's also vegan, cruelty free, made from recycled materials, and doesn't leave any gross fake tan smells! Available in five tanning levels and 12 styles.Promising review: 'I wish I had taken a before and after of my results but I was so excited that I forgot. Anyone who says it doesn't work just isn't doing it right. It WILL go on a grey/green color. You're supposed to let it sit between 1–4 hours and then wash it off. Over the next 24 hours, my skin got even darker and it's beautiful!! Super even color. Not orange. I LOVE IT.10/5 stars." — Meg
$9+ at Amazon
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Listen to one user's glowing review on TikTok. Promising review: "I could not have fallen more in love with this product! It smells AMAZING and not too strong. I have sensitive skin, and I'm sensitive to smell, and it doesn't bother me on either front. I seriously want to buy a bottle of this for all of my friends. It makes you feel so soft, and the consistency is amazing. I wish I could give this 100 stars." — M
$10 at Amazon
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Promising review: "I never leave reviews but I had to praise this product. This is seriously a holy grail staple to your makeup. I've tried dozens of primers, and none have even come close to this. It doesn't matter if you're using oil-based or silicone-based makeup. It will all blend and sit seamlessly. I have dry skin and oily skin, so finding something that suits both needs is hard. It doesn't get patchy either, which is something I struggle with. But THIS primer is absolutely perfect. 10/10. Would give 100 stars if I could!!" — Placeholder
$12 at Amazon
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Elizabeth Mott is owned by Korean American Alice Kim and partners with top Korean manufacturers to bring affordable yet effective K-beauty products to the U.S.Promising reviews: "This stuff works!! Wish I would've known about this product years ago!! 10 stars!" — TJ"This eye primer is amazing!!! I have super oily eyelids and was getting to the point that I would rarely bother with eyeshadow because even with expensive primers it would be smudged and creased within an hour. So glad I don't need to shell out for Urban Decay or Mac Paint Pot anymore; they don't hold a candle to this and it's so much cheaper." — Chloe
$15 at Amazon
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Seriously, people are obsessed with how this stuff smells. Its warm gourmand fragrance has notes of salted caramel, pistachio, and vanilla — yum!Caffeine can brighten skin and temporarily minimize the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking for in a product. Read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.Promising reviews: "OMG! The smell is amazing! I've had people follow me to ask what I'm wearing. The scent lasts most of the day. No need for perfume. Yes, it's a great moisturizer, but it's the scent that keeps me coming back for more. 100 stars!!!" — Autm88
$24+ at Amazon
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It's fragrance-free, and you can apply morning and night!Promising review: "I'll be honest, I've never wanted to try Gold Bond. It's like I've tried everything but Gold Bond before now. I thought this brand was just medicated foot stuff. They have reinvented themselves on another level. This along with the body lotion, omg. Effective products like this at this price are impossible to find. It also can be found locally. I've tried expensive creams that do little to nothing. This deserves 10 stars!" — Earth
$12 at Amazon
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Promising review: "Cured my dry skin in one day. ONE DAY. I can't believe how good this stuff is. It's absolutely incredible. It is super moisturizing but doesn't leave any greasy feeling, is gentle on my sensitive skin, and leaves it so smooth and glowing. I told everyone I know to buy this. I would give it 10 million stars if I could." — Leviiiii
$17 at Amazon
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Promising review: "This is the best mascara on the market. I checked out the reviews, and they were all raving about this inexpensive mascara. I was blown away by my first application. I'm not going to write a long, drawn-out review about this mascara. All I've got to say is it beats ALL THOSE EXPENSIVE HIGH-END mascaras on the market. It gives the look of false eyelashes but still looks natural. Would give it 10 stars if I could. I just love love love this mascara. Will never buy those other mascaras ever again. You won't be disappointed with this one. I'm in my '60s, and I do know a thing or two about makeup, or so I thought until I ran into this baby. Enjoy looking fabulous." — Havilla
$5 at Amazon
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Promising review: "This changed my life. I have been struggling with blemishes for a long time, along with facial redness. Let me tell YOU, this product has transformed my face overnight. The right side of my face was riddled with blemishes — within two days, my facial redness was drastically reduced, and all of my blemishes disappeared. I haven't experienced a smooth, soft, non-red face in YEARS. I was very skeptical at first because I have used to many products and this absolutely does the trick. So thankful I found this product, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! If I could give 10 stars, I would!" — Vivianna
$17 at Amazon
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As far as skincare goes, this is stuff is basically pure gold in bar soap form. ✨ You can use it on your face, neck, and all over your body as needed.Promising review: "10-star soap. Love, love, love this soap. I have KP, which is a skin condition that makes the back of your arms look rash-y and red. I've tried everything. Glycolic, salicylic, retinol, and more. Nothing has ever worked until this. It leaves your skin feeling so soft and has taken away a lot of the discoloration. So happy I found this." — Sanctuarytampa
2-pack: $12 at Amazon
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Promising review: "I've always needed dry shampoo for my top roots, which get oily far before the rest of my hair. I relied on aerosol products, never considering the dangerous chemicals I was breathing. After the recall, I began to look for safe options and tried a few that weren't that great. THIS is by FAR the best I've ever used. The applicator is genius — it goes on so easily. And I've NEVER had a dry shampoo last like this for DAYS! It's easy to work in with my fingers and it is a wonderful volumizer. The size is great for travel. I hope they never change the formula — it is just wonderful — even the very light, delicate fragrance is perfect. I give it 100 STARS for its safety, convenience, design, AND for all the time it saves me." — Lexi Jean Available in six shades.
$13 at Amazon
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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
$10 at Amazon
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Promising review: "Adding this to my CC cream foundation gives a subtle glow to my face and has made my foundation extra smooth! I wouldn't have thought there would be such a great enhancement to my makeup, but I am so happy with how this looks and the silky soft feel it gives! I'd give 10 stars if I could!!" — Dija
$14 at Amazon
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Promising review: "If I could rate this 10 stars, I would. It's super easy to use and dries quickly, leaving my lips vibrant and super soft like nothing is even there. After wiping your lips, the stain stays and is transfer-proof. I'm obsessed, and this was definitely worth it! Here I go to order every color lol." — Alana VentrellaAvailable in 28 shades.
$22 at Amazon
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The oval brush design smooths the hair and the round edges create volume — leaving you with a salon-worthy blowout at home. It also has two heat and speed settings and a cool option, and it's designed to work on all hair textures — reviewers with 2b–4c hair mentioned it working for them. Promising review: "I always read the reviews before I buy them. If I could give this product 1,000 stars, I would. Just buy it and see the difference to your hair. I have thick, wavy, shoulder-length hair. This hair dryer got my hair really salon perfect. It cuts hair blowing time in half and left my hair frizz-free, silky, and soft. Love this product soooo much that I threw out my blow-dryer and brushes." — Antonella M.
$49 at Amazon
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RobeCurls is a woman-founded small business that specializes in heatless hair curling tools. This rod is designed to work with all hair types, with tutorials included on their site! Promising review: "If I could give 10 stars I would!! This is the best curling tool I have ever used on my hair. I have long, thin, straight hair that does not hold a curl no matter how hard I try. It was fairly easy to use after watching the tutorial video, and I slept with it in. It is super comfortable and I slept with no issues. I was stunned when I took it out in the morning. I will definitely be using this frequently!!" — Janelle
$28 at Amazon
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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 review: "I'm in my early 40s and have been dealing with skin issues since my preteen years, so we're talking three decades of struggles. I noticed an improvement with my very first use, and it's only continued getting better. It's corrected texture problems I thought would never be solved. I'm about two weeks in and my skin is clearer and smoother than it's been in a loooong time. I have sensitive skin, so for a few days my face was a little cranky, but everything has settled nicely enough that I even bought the moisturizer too. I use the cleansing oil in the evenings and the moisturizer in the mornings, along with my regular face wash, and I'm so happy! I'd give this 10 stars if possible!" — Amazon Customer
$18 at Amazon
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Promising review: "Brought this product after seeing it on BuzzFeed. After first use, I saw an immediate difference; my dry/damaged hair felt soft and healthy. Would rate six stars if I could!" — NatalieRead our Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment review to learn more about why my colleague calls it "the miracle product I've been searching for."
$8 at Amazon
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Londontown is a small biz making products that'll help keep your nails healthy and beautiful. Available in five shades.Promising review: "If I could give this polish more than 5 stars I would. Goes on so smooth with absolutely no streaking even with the initial application. I have trouble keeping polish on my nails; it usually chips within a day. This is the first polish that actually stays and doesn't chip, and I am overjoyed with it. Everything in the ad about this product is true, I highly recommend!" — Jill
$14 at Amazon
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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 a 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
2-pack: $9 at Amazon
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