24 Beauty Products So Good, You'd Be Crushed If They Ever Get Discontinued

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30-01-2025

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I'm gonna *need* a lifetime supply of Laneige's lip sleeping mask if it ever goes away.
1. A Neutrogena makeup-correcting stick if any eyeliner or mascara (even waterproof!) goes where it shouldn't. This can replace using a full makeup wipe for a tiny mistake *and* majorly save you time since you don't have to start your makeup look over!
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Promising review: "This is a must-have product, in my opinion. I have been using this for years. I have it on a subscription. I use it to remove my eyeliner when it gets on my skin or if I make mistakes. The price is great. This will last for several months; it just depends on how many mistakes you make. Most people are going to think you don't get much for the price, but honestly this is worth every penny. I can't go without this because I do make mistakes. I could go on and on about this product. Just buy it." — Peggy Kenworthy
Get it from Amazon for $11.92.
2. Verb's Ghost Oil to help you tame flyaways, add a moisturizing shine, and control frizz. Just use two to three pumps on damp or dry hair to make your locks feel soft and silky!
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Reviewers with thin, thick, and curly hair love this!
"I've been trying this out for a few months now, and this has become my new holy grail hair product!! I use this at the very end of my hair styling routine whether I'm giving myself a blowout, straightening my hair, or curling it. I use one full pump on half of my hair and one pump on the other half, and it's more than enough to eliminate any annoying flyaways or frizz without weighing my hair down like other hair oils can. I also love using this to tame my hair in between washes and revitalize any hairdos that might have gotten frizzy after sleeping on it. I'm tempted to buy another one and leave it in my travel toiletries bag because if I'm ever without this, I might cry!" — Ciera
Promising review:"This stuff is amazing. My hair was very dry and the ends appeared split. I bought this stuff from a TikTok recommendation and will never go back. Super light and moisturizing." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in two sizes and a two-pack).
3. Essence Lash Princess Mascara that'll instantly lengthen and volumize your lashes with its cone-shaped fiber brush (without annoying clumps or globs), so you'll feel like a falsies expert without overworking yourself. It's also super affordable and sweat-proof — so this may be your new go-to!
BuzzFeed Editor Kayla Boyd tried this out and raves: "As someone who isn't a big fan of false lashes (the glue irritates my eyes and I'm terrible at applying them) this budget-friendly holy grail does the trick for both lengthening and volumizing my lashes. After you've given it a minute to dry, it lasts all day long and doesn't smudge or fade. It seriously gives the effect of false lashes, without the discomfort."
Promising review:"After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can't stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour workday right to the gym and sweat like crazy...and this stuff doesn't budge! I love it!!" — Carrie E Weikert
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in a three-pack).
For more info and review pics, check out Kayla's full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review!
4. A Tower 28 daily facial spray with hypochlorous acid, an antibacterial ingredient that can also help reduce inflammation, redness, and irritation. That means after you sweat doing the 12-3-30 on the treadmill, you can spritz this on your face to help avoid breakouts!
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Tower 28 is a LA-based, Asian woman-owned small business that creates nontoxic, vegan, and cruelty-free beauty products for all skin types.
Promising reviews:"Wow! I have dry, acne-prone skin and was recently prescribed retinol and clindamycin and got an ear piercing. My skin cleared up with the prescriptions but I started to breakout in places I never do. I purchased this to use instead of the clindamycin in the morning and my skin has been consistently good for the past two months. I use this in the morning after washing my face and then use a hydrating serum or just moisturizer and sunscreen. (I use the retinol or Good Genes at night). I haven't had maskne, my acne/bumps cleared, and I really haven't had anything to complain about. I got a new ear piercing and was aware that I would need to be careful with getting product on it and saw in the description of this product that it was ok/helpful for new piercings/helps promote healing. I am not spraying this on my ear but it does get on my ear when I generously spray my face and I haven't had any irritation. It does smell like chlorine when first sprayed but the scent dissipates fast. I love this magical spray!" — spokanecf
Get it from Sephora for $28.
5. An *eight-second* L'Oreal lamellar water rinse-out treatment designed to make your locks look smooth, shiny, and revived! This works *so* much faster than other hair treatments and is so effective that some reviewers describe it as a " miracle." Just apply it to wet hair after shampooing it, massage the product in, rinse it out, and you're done!
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Just check out these reviewers with thin, curly (including types 3c/4a and 4c), and color-treated hair types swearing by this stuff. And it's silicone-free!
Promising review:"I don't usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn't take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one because of the alcohol consumption. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" — Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $10.79.
6. A non-sticky NYX buttery gloss reviewers love because it's long-lasting, feels moisturizing, and has a glossy ✨shine✨. The smooth formula and high-shine finish will make you think this stuff costs $$$ — but it's actually pretty cheap!
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Promising review: "I like the buttery feel, and that this Butter Gloss lasts longer than other regular lip gloss and is more moisturizing than other glosses. I still use a nourishing rosehip lip oil beneath it for added moisture. I am 50 and my lips are thinner, more wrinkled, and dryer than my younger lips. Overall this provides more moisturizing and longer lasting gloss than other lip 'glosses.'" — elemental em
Get it from Amazon for $5.77 (available in 43 shades).
7. A highly pigmented waterproof eyeshadow stick that applies as a crème but stays on like a powder — say what!? The candelilla wax–infused formula is super easy to blend, either with the built-in smudger end or just your finger, for a seamless look in seconds.
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Promising review: "I'm 52, with crepey eyelids and they itch and water if a smidge of eye product gets in them. Powder shadow is a complete no-go! Just bought two of these and I am so happy! After years of not wearing shadow, I am back in the game! It goes on creamy exactly where you put it. The smudger works beautifully and it stayed put all day with no creasing, no watery or itchiness. Didn't use any primer, just on clean, moisturized skin Thank you! I will definitely be getting more colors!" — Tania Nicholson
Get it from Amazon for $16 (available in 58 shades).
8. A Rare Beauty liquid blush reviewers say puts their powder blushes to shame, thanks to its pigmented formula and incredible finish. Plus it's buildable and blends easily, and it can last for up to 12 hours — fast-fading blush, where?? Not here. Btw, it's available in matte or radiant finishes!
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Promising review: "This is such a gorgeous blush! It's really pigmented so a little goes a long way. It gives the most beautiful flush but it's buildable if you want a more intense pop of color." — minnimalist
Get it from Sephora for $25 (available in nine radiant finish shades and four matte finish shades).
9. A super affordable Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick that lasts up to 16 (!) hours, which means this will last you all day and then some. Some reviewers said it stayed on after eating, drinking, and an entire work shift with no reapplying needed!
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"I have worn this lipstick almost exclusively since 2019, I've rebought it several times, and the best part — it's under $10 a tube. I currently own five shades, but it comes in over 30 SHADES, so you're bound to find one that works for you. In addition to being long-lasting, it doesn't leave my lips all dry and cracked like other matte lipsticks I've tried in the past. And I've done the leg work — dozens and dozens of times; I've put this on before dinner, eaten a full meal, drunk some cocktails, and it still looks fantastic when I get back home!" — Ciera
Get it from Amazon for $7.98+ (available in 43 shades).
10. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant capable of making your dry, patchy, or bumpy skin feel baby soft — even newborns would be impressed! Reviewers say this is helpful for keratosis pilaris and other skin conditions.
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Read more about how to treat keratosis pilaris at home at the American Academy of Dermatology.
"I've had keratosis pilaris since I was a teenager (it's especially bad on my thighs), and after trying dozens of products to treat it with no luck, this magical product is the only thing that's truly worked for me. I usually use this once a week for maintenance, but if I notice a flare-ups and I get have drier, rougher, bumpier skin, I use this twice a week, and any flare-ups disappear within the week. I scrub it over my thighs and then actually let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off. I have notorious sensitive skin, and I've never had an issue with this before. It's truly the best product out there for any fellow KP sufferers out there!" — Ciera
Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and Instagram. I decided to try it and it really works. I used it on my thighs and upper arms. I noticed a difference the first time and even more the second time!!! Fabulous product. Worth every penny." — Lana
Get an 8-ounce tube from Amazon for $30 (also available in one larger and two smaller sizes).
11. A sweatproof One Size blurring setting powder to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and blur pores. You'll get up to 24-hour shine control, so you can literally wear this for a full day and still have flawless makeup. Plus, you won't get any flashback if you want to take a mirror selfie at work!
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One/Size is a queer, Filipino-owned business founded by makeup guru Patrick Starr to ensure that makeup is really one size fits all, as it should be.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jordan Grigsby loves this stuff! Here's what she has to say about it:"My skin is oily oily (gotta say it twice for emphasis) and I have spent my entire teen/adult life looking for products that'll make me matte and KEEP me matte. I've tried so many setting powders and literally none can compete with this one. This powder is a serious bad B. I mean, pores? Nonexistent. Oily shiny face? Not up in here. I'm gagged every time. Just call me a walking IG filter, 'kay, it's that good. Patrick, I could kiss you for this freakin' powder. *OH!* and BTW I am a brown-skinned woman and the translucent shade works perfect for me. No cakey, weird, suuuper light powder, no flashback, nothing. Looks just like my skin!!"
Promising review: "Literally, what's in this powder? Beauty spells? I have normal to dry skin but tend to grease up pretty easy when I use dewy foundations. I used this for the first time today and fell absolutely in love! I usually don't care too much for high end powders or powders at all but this one for me is top tier. It didn't necessarily dry out my skin but it stopped it from becoming greasy and it kept my makeup looking the same as when I applied it for hours. I definitely will be repurchasing, I've never been more in love with a setting powder!" — Kamoni
Get it from Sephora for $18+ (available in two finishes and seven sizes).
12. One Hit Wonder 10-in-1 leave-in spray with 10 (!) benefits — it detangles, prevents breakage, controls frizz, and provides heat protection up to 445°F. Make sure to shake it well and spray generously to feel ~all~ the effects.
To use, spray through damp or dry hair and comb through.
Mane Club is a small business based in California that specializes in vegan and cruelty-free hair products.
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this leave-in spray:"I have a very thick head of naturally curly hair and have put it through just about everything, including all kinds of hot tools, at-home dye kits, the gamut of shampoo and conditioner types, basically every dry shampoo and hair oil in existence, and just about anything else to try for a story for you dear readers. Lots of products have either straight-up failed, been meh enough for me to not recommend, or fantastic but so costly that I feel guilty recommending them. Basically, a lot of stuff ends up in the trash or pawned off on my (grateful) friends when it isn't a fit for me. But THIS STUFF. This stuff has become my go-to for spraying on my wet hair and then blow-drying. Normally I'd apply a heat protector and an oil treatment or leave-in conditioner before blow drying. But this 10-in-1 treatment takes the cake! Most of the time when I use it, I don't even need to finish off my hair with hair oil (I've been doing that as an essential hair step for years now). It's really that good! Here, I have freshly blow dried hair with just this post-shower using this Amika blow-dryer brush. This brush is fantastic on its own but this spray-on treatment has more or less doubled this brush's effectiveness. My hair comes out feeling softer, looking shinier and healthier, and stays looking good for days — which is especially great news because I wash my hair about every four days. 'Tis time for me to unload a bunch of hair products I now no longer need to my friends."
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
13. A non-comedogenic K-beauty serum with 97.5% snail mucin that helps brighten dark spots, hydrate your skin, and leave you looking ✨glowy✨. Even if snail mucin makes you think "ew," one reviewer describes it as the " real deal."
Promising review: "I'm 55 years old and my skin is a bit sensitive. I don't have a lot of wrinkles, but I'm definitely noticing a few more laugh lines and forehead crinkles than I had a few years ago! I've tried several moisturizers and have not been terribly impressed with any of them until now. This stuff really is great — incredibly hydrating without feeling greasy and it absorbs quickly. It feels great on my skin. In just a few short weeks, I definitely notice an improvement in my skin tone and fewer lines and wrinkles! Plus, the customer service is great. I had questions when I first received the product and got followup response immediately. I will definitely be ordering this product again. I use it in the evening and morning; no need for two different moisturizers. Very pleased!" — sbakey
Get it from Amazon for $20.
14. A Laneige lip sleeping mask that'll make dry, flaky lips feel so smooth, luscious, and nourished, you'll notice a difference after just one use! Just slather on the murumuru seed and shea butter formulation nightly — and hey, you may want to use it during the day, too, because it leaves a beautiful, glossy shine.
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Here's what BuzzFeed Editor Daniel Boan has to say about this lip mask that he's tried (and loved!):"At first I was hesitant to spend over $20 for a lip mask, but now I am NEVER without a jar of this magical moisturizing miracle. I have chronically dry lips, especially in the winter, and this basically transforms them overnight. Any flakiness I have on my lips is completely gone by the time I wake up in the morning — it's seriously magic. And can we talk about the scents?! The original Berry flavor is perfect if you like sweet, bubblegum, cotton candy-esque scents, but my personal favorite is the Vanilla, which is slightly more subtle but still smells like a delicious bowl of vanilla ice cream."
Get it from Amazon for $24 (available in 10 scents).
15. An Ilia multi-stick you can easily layer on top of your makeup and build the perfect amount of color on your lips, cheeks, or eyelids — or all three if you want a monochrome look. This creamy formula can also be used on the go, so if you need a quick little touch-up, just twist the product up and use it!
Promising review: " Instantly added to my purse! I've always heard good things about Ilia, and the multi-stick cream blush and lip tint did not disappoint! After warming it up on my wrist, the multi-stick went on creamy and smooth on my lips and cheeks. The coverage was buildable and hydrating to my lips. I set the cream blush with powder blush and had no issues with it over my foundation. I also tried the multi-stick on my bare face and it provides a dewy flush. Again, easily buildable coverage,e and I used my fingers to blend out." — V
Get it from Amazon for $36 (available in 12 shades) or Ilia for $36 (available in 12 shades).
16. A Elta MD sunscreen reviewers say is lightweight, non-greasy, and great for daily use. This is perfect for anyone with sensitive skin because the formula is super gentle and non-comedogenic — meaning it won't clog pores. Btw it's the most recommended SPF by dermatologists!
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Promising review: "My dermatologist recommended this because I am starting a treatment that severely increases sun sensitivity. Chemical sunscreen usually gives me hives and he wanted something that I would actually wear. The formula is light, non-greasy, and works well. I also had no reactions or issues with the sun! I actually lost the first bottle somehow after about a week and immediately repurchased it despite the price. I'm that happy with it." — JackieOfAllTrades
Get it from Amazon for $44 (available in two sizes and a two-pack).
17. The Flick Stick's winged eyeliner stamp so you can get the perfect cat eye without the fuss of keeping a constant steady hand. Save yourself the time that it takes to freehand a flawless wing and stamp on this waterproof liner instead.
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One side of the pen is the winged stamp, and the other is just a normal eyeliner.
Promising review:"Let me start by saying this isn't my first cat-eye rodeo. I've tried the taping method, normal liquid liner, plastic winged stamping devices, stencils, all of it! Well, this gem arrived and I immediately had to try it out, all while laughing at how terrible this would probably turn out...but to my surprise I put the left cat-eye on first and it was perfect. I thought this was a fluke and did the right eye...again, it came out clean and perfect! I HAVE NEVER IN MY LIFE BEEN ABLE TO DO A CAT-EYE IN UNDER 10 MINUTES, LET ALONE THE TWO MINUTES THIS TOOK TO DO! There were no sloppy streaks that I had to touch up or anything you would expect. Just a clean crisp line. I can now do a cat-eye EVERY day and look/feel like a badass. Everyone can think I spend hours doing my makeup in the morning." — LadyMeow
Get a set of two (one for each eye) from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three styles and a three-pack).
18. A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo for damaged, thinning hair because the biotin-rich formula can *seriously* help stimulate hair growth. Over 1K reviewers gave a 5-star review, noting how they got results from this — just make sure to use this consistently!
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Talk to your doctor before using this product if you're experiencing hair loss. Read more about biotin shampoo and hair at Cleveland Clinic.
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. I still use it twice a week and love it! I'm not crazy about the way it smells but others love it when they smell my hair." — Diane J. Huff
Get it from Amazon for $9.45.
19. A prescription-strength Differin gel to fight, treat, and prevent future breakouts with consistent use. It can normalize skin cell turnover, restore skin texture, and get rid of those inflamed, clogged pores that sweat, dirt, and oily skin can cause.
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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown has tried this out on her own skin! Here are her takeaways:
" 1. One pea-sized application per day is all it takes
2. It's just as effective over moisturizer as it would be if you applied it directly to your skin.
3. Apply it at night, and you MUST wear sunscreen every day when you use this!"
You can read her full review in this post " 11 Products We Use, Love, And Swear By So Much, We Had To Share Them With You" at #6.
Promising review: "This product is a MAGIC ERASER on acne. This is the only product that works on my acne. It dried up my hormonal acne within one night! So I have mild hormonal acne due to menstrual cycle but after using this gel every night and following the directions in the package, it has really helped me get rid of acne and dark spots. This product did not break me out in initial use or even later. This one tube lasted me for a couple months and a few days over. I love the results and I will buy another tube if my acne acts up again but for now I have clean and clear skin." — Karthick R.
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two styles and five sizes).
20. A lip-plumping gloss set with a ginger plumper to give the appearance of fuller lips during the day and a mint moisturizing mask for nighttime use. Reviewers say the plumper " delivers on its promise" and gives a spicy-tingling sensation but isn't overwhelming.
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You'll get one lip plumper and one minty sleeping mask for your lips.
Promising reviews: "I loved this stuff, it was magic. The evening moisturizer was fabulous. It is the first plumper that actually works for me. Will be buying more for gifts!!!!!" — Alexandra
"I discovered this product from TikTok and I had to give it a try. I tried the day lip plumper and within a few seconds, there was a subtle tingling/burning that lasted for a few minutes but as it occurred, the plumping started to happen! It made a noticeable difference and made my lips look like I had filler! I'm obsessed!! — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.98.
21. An affordable Physician's Formula powder highlight that blends easily, thanks to how smooth and creamy the buttery formula is. It leaves a beautiful glimmering powder finish that'll last you all dang day!
Promising review: "This highlighter is amazing! It is soft, works like magic, and very budget-friendly! You can tell the quality of the product by the texture and smoothness, and the ease with which it glides onto the skin! I'm a fan!" — Shweta S.
Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in three colors).
22. A pack of 20 24-karat gold under-eye masks with collagen, hyaluronic acid, and snail mucin to help reduce the appearance of dark circles and deeply moisturize your skin. You'll easily fool people that you got a full night's rest even if you didn't after using these. Pro-tip: Slide these on after storing them in the fridge so you get an ~extra~ cooling effect that can also help depuff your under-eyes.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. When I bought them I was a little bit skeptical because I had never tried eye patches before and I was not sure if they would actually work. After my initial use I was blown away. Left my under-eyes feeling super smooth and visibly less puffy. I had to get my mom to try these with me! She's 48-years-old and these did magic on her eyes too! Made us both feel very relaxed and we could even move around in them. Will be buying another box once I run out of the 20 packs this box provides, another pro!" — Adriana G.
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.95.
23. A Chi Thermal Care kit that includes shampoo, conditioner, and heat protectant. These three products will make your hair feel silky-smooth, moisturized, and less frizzy — especially *after* styling with your hair dryer, flatiron, or hot hair brushes.
Just wash out the shampoo like normal, let the conditioner sit for 2-5 minutes before rinsing out, and apply a small amount of the Silk Infusion while your hair is still damp before styling with your hot tools.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jordan Grigsby has tried it and loved it (evidence above!) Here's her review:"You see that shine? That volume? That bounce? Babyyyy my hair is FLAWLESS. Witchcraft, right? Oh, and if you could feel it?! HONEYYYY, so, so soft and silky. It is seriously bone-straight and looks and feels soooo healthy! And, my hair is NATURAL (other than the obvious blue dye); I haven't used relaxers or keratin treatments in over 10 years. Now, I am by no means a hairstylist, and nothing tops their magical hands, but sweetieeeee, these products blow my mind. This trio does what needs to be done, and like, I did it — I delivered these results. Nothing has ever made my hair look like this unless a stylist was styling my hair. And when I step out of my house, you cannot tell me I'm not the most fabulous person in the world — I'm literally Beyoncé. My hair flows and bounces as if I have a personal fan in front of me, and I CANNOT keep my hands out of my hair. The shampoo and conditioner help get ALLLL the product buildup out of my hair and leave my hair feeling squeaky clean. Then, I add my serum (before blow-drying and again before straightening), and BAM — I'm flawless. The combo of all three is just *chefs kiss*, and they help protect my hair from heat damage. If you want a magic wand to set everything off, invest in the Babyliss straightener! My hairdresser uses it so I grabbed one too and now I always look like I just stepped out of the salon."
Get it from Amazon for $36.27.
24. A Color Wow heat-activated anti-frizz treatment if humidity is in the forecast, but you still want a super glossy and smooth hairstyle. One reviewer described it as "the holy grail for frizzy hair" because it's *so* effective. Just spray it once into your hair every three shampoos to get the best results!
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It works on straight, wavy, or curly hair types. Plus, it comes in an Extra Strength version for extremely dry, dehydrated hair *and* a Curly Hair version for wavy or curly hair so you can get lightweight, crunch-free curls.
Promising review:"This product is incredible — just WOW. In all my years of existence, I was never able to tame my naturally curly hair into a sleek, silky, frizz-free look, until now. I l don't know what kind of magical sorcery went into making this product, but this stuff is amazing." — Lillee45
Get it from Amazon for $28.
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