39 Personal Care Products That Actually Work
A cuticle conditioner with a non-oily, serum-like formula that's way less messy than your traditional cuticle oil. Whyyyyy do cuticle oils take so long to absorb?! This one sinks in more like a lightweight lotion thanks to the moisturizing shea and cocoa butters that give it a creamy texture. Oh, and it's not just for your cuticles; you can smooth this all over your nails to condition, strengthen, and add a fresh-from-the-salon shine.
Lumify Eye Drops — a redness-reducing solution made with brimonidine tartrate to whiten and brighten your eyes for up to 8 hours. They're a bit more expensive than traditional eye drops, but more than 26,000 reviewers swear by them, with many saying they work reliably well.
A waxing kit so easy to use, you'll finally stop dreading your at-home hair removal routine. The warmer itself gives you precise control over the temperature thanks to the adjustable knob and digital display — and it also comes with a silicone pot, so you can just pop the wax out once it's cooled and dry. It also comes with different wax beads for specific body areas, so it's basically as foolproof as it gets.
And a wax kit that has everything you need to remove nose hair in just two minutes. Just melt the wax, dip the applicator sticks in, place in the nose for two minutes, and pull down as quickly as possible while trying not to yell, "KELLY CLARKSON!" — although reviewers say it's surprisingly painless!
Or Veet's sensitive hair removal gel — it's formulated with aloe, so it's perfect for anyone who typically deals with redness and irritation after hair removal. It's also meant to provide longer-lasting results when compared to traditional shaving and reduce the chance of ingrowns. Be prepared to pat yourself on your smooth, hairless back!
And a vegan ingrown hair oil so good at reducing post-shaving redness and irritation, you might just thank the UPS person who delivered your package every time you see them. The secret is tea tree oil (it'll help calm down any inflammation) and a blend of jojoba and grapeseed oil to add extra moisture and softness. And yes, it's designed to be safe to use on intimate areas! You don't have to tell the UPS person about that part, though.
Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream, because your décolletage also deserves some special skincare attention. It contains salicylic acid to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, while glycerin and aloe add some extra hydration.
And Gold Bond's face and body lotion specifically designed to plump and firm all the areas on the rest of our body that are extra prone to dryness — like the back of our hands and corners of our eyes. Its secret weapon? That would be the omega fatty acids that help promote elasticity, strengthen the skin's surface, soothe irritation, and eliminate dry, flaky skin.
A piercing bump solution formulated with jojoba, grape seed, and rose to keep any annoying keloids at bay! It can help shrink bumps and reduce scarring by promoting skin cell turnover and adding an extra dose of moisture.
Truremedy Naturals Remedy Tea Tree Oil body wash that can help tackle body and foot odor, and may even help clear up rashes thanks to tea tree oil's antibacterial properties. It's also packed with peppermint oil, which is the ultimate perk-you-up-in-the-morning scent when the coffee just isn't cutting it.
A butt acne-clearing lotion with tea tree oil to help prevent breakouts, banish bacteria, and clear folliculitis. It is designed to be gentle on sensitive skin, and some reviewers feel it even helps with keratosis pilaris.
Bruise cream for those of us who seem to bruise if anything so much as grazes our legs. Why not just use a regular lotion or cover with concealer? Well, this cream is made with arnica montana, vitamin K, aloe vera, and collagen that may help reduce swelling and lessen the appearance of those red and purple undertones.
The best-selling Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Cream — it not only smells like caramel and pistachio deliciousness (pair it with the matching body mist to make the fragrance last even longer), but also can help tighten and firm the skin with repeated use thanks to the inclusion of caffeine-rich guarana extract.
Or a retinol body lotion, because the magic of retinol is not just for your face! This retinol in the creamy formula helps promote skin cell turnover, while the ferulic acid firms skin for a tighter appearance. Reviewers also note that this works wonders on rough, bumpy skin on their upper arms and legs after consistent use.
A next-level toothbrush your dentist will be so ridiculously proud of you for using. It has the standard bristles you'd expect from any toothbrush, but the game-changer is the extra-long bristles that are 10x thinner — meaning they can reach in between teeth and under the gum line to help sweep away food and residue.
A pair of stainless-steel tongue scrapers for anyone who has googled "why does my breath stink so much?! reddit" a few too many times. This has a super convenient dual-handed design, so you can easily reach to the back of your tongue and then pull forward to evict the nastiness that's living there rent-free.
A pair of teeth-whitening pens, which are SO much easier to use than traditional white strips. Just swipe it on and let the gel sit for 30 minutes — and eventually, you'll see years and years of stains start to disappear. This is a must for all my fellow coffee connoisseurs.
A pack of denture cleaning tablets to help kill bacteria and remove any discoloration and odors that plain water just won't rinse away by itself. You can also use it on mouthguards, Invisalign, and retainers — just dissolve a tablet in warm water, place the dental appliance inside, and let it soak for 15 minutes.
A pack of the Mighty Patch Pimple Spot Treatment — they're made of a wound-healing gel called hydrocolloid that can drain fluids from any open pimples and cover any that are already on the surface. These patches have racked up over 109,000 rave ratings, with many reviewers saying they're practically undetectable and adhere much better to the skin than other brands. Plus, your derm will be very relieved that you aren't popping it!
And a pack of cold sore patches to help speed up the healing process by keeping the area moist and protected. They're made with a no-touch applicator so you can easily adhere it without making contact with the sore, and reviewers say the clear design makes them fairly discreet (you can even apply makeup over it!).
A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo that's basically a Celsius energy drink for your hair — it'll reinvigorate your scalp and give your strands a much-needed boost. Biotin can help provide a fuller appearance to your hair, while rosemary and coconut oil are known to nourish and moisturize the scalp. If you're tired of seeing tons of hair falling out in your hairbrush, it's time to add this to your cart.
Or a wildly popular anti-dandruff shampoo — it uses ketoconazole 1% to help fight dandruff and relieve itchy scalps. Several of the 72,000 rave reviews mention seeing a reduction in scalp flakiness when consistently used at least twice a week.
And a shampoo massager that not only invigorates your scalp and helps break down any product buildup, but also just feels ah-ma-zing after a long day. You can use it on wet or dry hair, and reviewers say it helps shampoo lather up like a dream.
A nail renewal formula to reverse any damage done by fungal infections, so it's essentially time travel in a bottle. The formula includes lactic acid, propylene glycol, and urea to help thicken, soothe, and reduce discoloration on your nails. Just apply twice a day for the first week, then once a day until your toes are looking good to go.
O'Keeffe's overnight lip repair cream — yes, it's from the brand behind the iconic Working Hands cream that thousands of reviewers swear by! Its blend of beeswax, shea butter, and almond oil works while you sleep to soften dead skin and add a nice dose of hydration. Prepare to get rid of your car, bedroom, bathroom, and purse lip balms — this one is all you need.
And an exfoliating lip scrub because applying your favorite lip balm on top of dead skin is basically pointless. The sugar granules will help buff away any crusty flakes, and the kukui oil will leave behind a touch of moisture.
Compound W One Step Pads designed to remove plantar warts with ease, and also have reviewer photos that will inspire and traumatize you in equal measure. The medicated pads are packed with salicylic acid to help break down the wart, and you can replace them every 48 hours for best results for up to 12 weeks.
A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that's a major upgrade from other harsh formulas you may have tried in the past. Some callus-removing products will make the surrounding skin feel dry and irritated, but this one includes a healthy dose of glycerin to help soften and hydrate.
And a gross but oh-so-satisfying Baby Foot exfoliating foot mask to remove all the dead skin that's lurking on your feet. Simply slip the booties on and let the fruit acid and 17 types of natural extracts get to work for an hour while you kick back. Then the fun part begins: your dead skin will start to peel off within five to seven days, revealing super smooth feet.
And!!! A jar of the ever-popular O'Keeffe's Healthy Feet foot cream that's impressed thousands of Amazon reviewers. The thick cream not only hydrates but also forms a protective barrier to keep your feet looking their best over time. Don't be shocked if they basically transform right in front of your eyes.
A pack of two dark spot corrector soap bars packed with tons of vitamin C and turmeric — aka the ultimate superhero ingredients for potentially brightening and reviving dull skin. Reviewers have had luck using this on both the face and body — but we recommend giving it a patch test first on a small area to see how your skin reacts. All good? Then start sudsing away!
First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant, which has become a holy grail for people dealing with keratosis pilaris and all other bumpy skin-related issues. The mix of chemical and physical exfoliators will slough away dead skin and have you feeling silky smooth in just a few uses.
A tub of dual-textured toner pads from K-beauty brand Medicube — it uses the power of lactic and salicylic acid to wipe away dead skin cells and help reduce the appearance of pores and blackheads. After cleansing, use the textured side for a deep exfoliation, then flip to the smooth side to soothe and mop up any excess oil.
A bottle of earwax removal drops that use fizzy microfoam action to break down all the stubborn wax that's been clogging up your ear. Just apply five to 10 drops to your ear, keep your head tilted for several minutes to let the carbamide peroxide loosen your hardened ear wax, then flush away any remaining wax with warm water in a bulb or syringe.
And an ear-washing bottle to help clear out the impacted wax that's causing you to say "huh?!" every time someone speaks to you. Just fill the bottle with an ear cleaning solution of your choice (some reviewers suggest a mix of water and hydrogen peroxide), insert the cleaning tip into your ear, and then give the bottle a few spritzes to help loosen up all the gunk. You'll be hearing in 4K in no time.
A 10% niacinamide serum from popular Korean beauty brand Anua — it'll help even your skin tone thanks to the blend of 4% tranexamic acid and 2% arbutin. Your skin will be left with a plump and dewy glow — and will also be grateful for the fragrance-free and non-sticky formula.
A tattoo aftercare salve to make your precious ink pop like it did when you first got it. The creamy formula includes almond oil to improve the tone and texture, as well as shea and cocoa butter to hydrate and add a subtle sheen. More than 13,000 reviewers swear by it, with many saying it absorbs super quickly and actually makes their tattoos look more vibrant.
Seamless bra liners you'll wonder how you ever got by without. Simply place them in your bra and let the moisture-wicking fabric do its magic while keeping you extra comfy.
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A pack of SweatBlock wipes — this might be the most aptly-named product ever; they truly block the sweat. They're super easy to use: dab the wipe on your underarms, let it dry for 3–5 minutes, let it sit overnight, then clean with soap and water in the morning. Once you do that, you'll be protected from excess sweat and odor for up to seven days. A cuticle conditioner with a non-oily, serum-like formula that's way less messy than your traditional cuticle oil. Whyyyyy do cuticle oils take so long to absorb?! This one sinks in more like a lightweight lotion thanks to the moisturizing shea and cocoa butters that give it a creamy texture. Oh, and it's not just for your cuticles; you can smooth this all over your nails to condition, strengthen, and add a fresh-from-the-salon shine. Lumify Eye Drops — a redness-reducing solution made with brimonidine tartrate to whiten and brighten your eyes for up to 8 hours. They're a bit more expensive than traditional eye drops, but more than 26,000 reviewers swear by them, with many saying they work reliably well. A waxing kit so easy to use, you'll finally stop dreading your at-home hair removal routine. The warmer itself gives you precise control over the temperature thanks to the adjustable knob and digital display — and it also comes with a silicone pot, so you can just pop the wax out once it's cooled and dry. It also comes with different wax beads for specific body areas, so it's basically as foolproof as it gets. And a wax kit that has everything you need to remove nose hair in just two minutes. Just melt the wax, dip the applicator sticks in, place in the nose for two minutes, and pull down as quickly as possible while trying not to yell, "KELLY CLARKSON!" — although reviewers say it's surprisingly painless! Or Veet's sensitive hair removal gel — it's formulated with aloe, so it's perfect for anyone who typically deals with redness and irritation after hair removal. It's also meant to provide longer-lasting results when compared to traditional shaving and reduce the chance of ingrowns. Be prepared to pat yourself on your smooth, hairless back! And a vegan ingrown hair oil so good at reducing post-shaving redness and irritation, you might just thank the UPS person who delivered your package every time you see them. The secret is tea tree oil (it'll help calm down any inflammation) and a blend of jojoba and grapeseed oil to add extra moisture and softness. And yes, it's designed to be safe to use on intimate areas! You don't have to tell the UPS person about that part, though. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream, because your décolletage also deserves some special skincare attention. It contains salicylic acid to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, while glycerin and aloe add some extra hydration. And Gold Bond's face and body lotion specifically designed to plump and firm all the areas on the rest of our body that are extra prone to dryness — like the back of our hands and corners of our eyes. Its secret weapon? That would be the omega fatty acids that help promote elasticity, strengthen the skin's surface, soothe irritation, and eliminate dry, flaky skin. A piercing bump solution formulated with jojoba, grape seed, and rose to keep any annoying keloids at bay! It can help shrink bumps and reduce scarring by promoting skin cell turnover and adding an extra dose of moisture. Truremedy Naturals Remedy Tea Tree Oil body wash that can help tackle body and foot odor, and may even help clear up rashes thanks to tea tree oil's antibacterial properties. It's also packed with peppermint oil, which is the ultimate perk-you-up-in-the-morning scent when the coffee just isn't cutting it. A butt acne-clearing lotion with tea tree oil to help prevent breakouts, banish bacteria, and clear folliculitis. It is designed to be gentle on sensitive skin, and some reviewers feel it even helps with keratosis pilaris. Bruise cream for those of us who seem to bruise if anything so much as grazes our legs. Why not just use a regular lotion or cover with concealer? Well, this cream is made with arnica montana, vitamin K, aloe vera, and collagen that may help reduce swelling and lessen the appearance of those red and purple undertones. The best-selling Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Cream — it not only smells like caramel and pistachio deliciousness (pair it with the matching body mist to make the fragrance last even longer), but also can help tighten and firm the skin with repeated use thanks to the inclusion of caffeine-rich guarana extract. Or a retinol body lotion, because the magic of retinol is not just for your face! This retinol in the creamy formula helps promote skin cell turnover, while the ferulic acid firms skin for a tighter appearance. Reviewers also note that this works wonders on rough, bumpy skin on their upper arms and legs after consistent use. A next-level toothbrush your dentist will be so ridiculously proud of you for using. It has the standard bristles you'd expect from any toothbrush, but the game-changer is the extra-long bristles that are 10x thinner — meaning they can reach in between teeth and under the gum line to help sweep away food and residue. A pair of stainless-steel tongue scrapers for anyone who has googled "why does my breath stink so much?! reddit" a few too many times. This has a super convenient dual-handed design, so you can easily reach to the back of your tongue and then pull forward to evict the nastiness that's living there rent-free. A pair of teeth-whitening pens, which are SO much easier to use than traditional white strips. Just swipe it on and let the gel sit for 30 minutes — and eventually, you'll see years and years of stains start to disappear. This is a must for all my fellow coffee connoisseurs. A pack of denture cleaning tablets to help kill bacteria and remove any discoloration and odors that plain water just won't rinse away by itself. You can also use it on mouthguards, Invisalign, and retainers — just dissolve a tablet in warm water, place the dental appliance inside, and let it soak for 15 minutes. A pack of the Mighty Patch Pimple Spot Treatment — they're made of a wound-healing gel called hydrocolloid that can drain fluids from any open pimples and cover any that are already on the surface. These patches have racked up over 109,000 rave ratings, with many reviewers saying they're practically undetectable and adhere much better to the skin than other brands. Plus, your derm will be very relieved that you aren't popping it! And a pack of cold sore patches to help speed up the healing process by keeping the area moist and protected. They're made with a no-touch applicator so you can easily adhere it without making contact with the sore, and reviewers say the clear design makes them fairly discreet (you can even apply makeup over it!). A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo that's basically a Celsius energy drink for your hair — it'll reinvigorate your scalp and give your strands a much-needed boost. Biotin can help provide a fuller appearance to your hair, while rosemary and coconut oil are known to nourish and moisturize the scalp. If you're tired of seeing tons of hair falling out in your hairbrush, it's time to add this to your cart. Or a wildly popular anti-dandruff shampoo — it uses ketoconazole 1% to help fight dandruff and relieve itchy scalps. Several of the 72,000 rave reviews mention seeing a reduction in scalp flakiness when consistently used at least twice a week. And a shampoo massager that not only invigorates your scalp and helps break down any product buildup, but also just feels ah-ma-zing after a long day. You can use it on wet or dry hair, and reviewers say it helps shampoo lather up like a dream. A nail renewal formula to reverse any damage done by fungal infections, so it's essentially time travel in a bottle. The formula includes lactic acid, propylene glycol, and urea to help thicken, soothe, and reduce discoloration on your nails. Just apply twice a day for the first week, then once a day until your toes are looking good to go. O'Keeffe's overnight lip repair cream — yes, it's from the brand behind the iconic Working Hands cream that thousands of reviewers swear by! Its blend of beeswax, shea butter, and almond oil works while you sleep to soften dead skin and add a nice dose of hydration. Prepare to get rid of your car, bedroom, bathroom, and purse lip balms — this one is all you need. And an exfoliating lip scrub because applying your favorite lip balm on top of dead skin is basically pointless. The sugar granules will help buff away any crusty flakes, and the kukui oil will leave behind a touch of moisture. Compound W One Step Pads designed to remove plantar warts with ease, and also have reviewer photos that will inspire and traumatize you in equal measure. The medicated pads are packed with salicylic acid to help break down the wart, and you can replace them every 48 hours for best results for up to 12 weeks. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that's a major upgrade from other harsh formulas you may have tried in the past. Some callus-removing products will make the surrounding skin feel dry and irritated, but this one includes a healthy dose of glycerin to help soften and hydrate. And a gross but oh-so-satisfying Baby Foot exfoliating foot mask to remove all the dead skin that's lurking on your feet. Simply slip the booties on and let the fruit acid and 17 types of natural extracts get to work for an hour while you kick back. Then the fun part begins: your dead skin will start to peel off within five to seven days, revealing super smooth feet. And!!! A jar of the ever-popular O'Keeffe's Healthy Feet foot cream that's impressed thousands of Amazon reviewers. The thick cream not only hydrates but also forms a protective barrier to keep your feet looking their best over time. Don't be shocked if they basically transform right in front of your eyes. A pack of two dark spot corrector soap bars packed with tons of vitamin C and turmeric — aka the ultimate superhero ingredients for potentially brightening and reviving dull skin. Reviewers have had luck using this on both the face and body — but we recommend giving it a patch test first on a small area to see how your skin reacts. All good? Then start sudsing away! First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant, which has become a holy grail for people dealing with keratosis pilaris and all other bumpy skin-related issues. The mix of chemical and physical exfoliators will slough away dead skin and have you feeling silky smooth in just a few uses. A tub of dual-textured toner pads from K-beauty brand Medicube — it uses the power of lactic and salicylic acid to wipe away dead skin cells and help reduce the appearance of pores and blackheads. After cleansing, use the textured side for a deep exfoliation, then flip to the smooth side to soothe and mop up any excess oil. A bottle of earwax removal drops that use fizzy microfoam action to break down all the stubborn wax that's been clogging up your ear. 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A lightweight gel cream from Nivea enriched with Q10, which can help improve your skin's firmness over time with regular use — in as little as two weeks, to be exact! This non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula will leave your parched skin feeling softer and more moisturized with each use. Many reviewers confirm they saw results in a matter of weeks! Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, better known as eyeball fuel so you no longer have to suffer through endless "you look tired" comments. This cult-fave beauty find can help reduce swelling and puffiness around the eyes with hyaluronic acid and caffeine. A surprisingly effective *and* affordable instant foot peeling spray if you want baby-soft footsies but don't have the time OR patience to go to the salon for a pricey pedicure. Just spray onto clean, dry feet and rub away dead skin. For an ~extra~ peeling effect, use an exfoliating mitt! Or this professional-grade callus-removing gel for downright mesmerizing results in a matter of minutes. It hydrates your skin so your feet are free of calluses *and* feel smooth as a baby's bottom. The best part? You won't have to pay for a less-than-pleasant visit to your manicurist. A collagen-infused butt mask to shake up your skincare game in ways you couldn't imagine. It adds much-needed moisture to dehydrated skin and leaves it feeling plump and refreshed. Your butt cheeks a lil' TLC sometimes too! Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap with truly magical results that'll leave your jaw on the floor. It uses hyaluronic acid, shea butter, vitamin E, and Castile olive oil to hydrate and soothe skin while minimizing dark spots, sun damage, and blemishes. Mielle's (TikTok-famous) Rosemary Mint strengthening oil, a biotin-infused formula to help strengthen hair, smooth split ends, and hydrate dry scalps. It promotes growth at the root and is perf for 3A–4C hair types. Reviewers swear by it for eyebrows, too! Or some sulfate-free Biotin shampoo, which contains botanical extracts that can help thicken and hydrate your hair if that's your preference. It also clarifies and removes product buildup! If you're not a fan of taking supplements and hoping it'll fix thinning hair, give this a try. A doctor-recommended Squatty Potty you'll never poop without after that first easy breezy BM, all thanks to a ~stool~. Changing your position while going #2 may prevent painful straining! And you won't even have to brave an in-person encounter. You're welcome. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream to give your skin a huge gulp of hydration while visibly improving its texture and elasticity. This fragrance-free formula is loaded with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil that'll help make your skin smoother and more supple! Reviewers are obsessed with how fast it works. Medicated, waterproof bandages so you no longer have to deal with that persistent growth that's been hanging around for an obscene amount of time. Apply the medicated pads like bandages and replace every 48 hours until it goes POOF! An exfoliating scrub mitt for achieving ~super smooth~ skin without harsh chemicals or rough dry brushes. Regular exfoliation is great for reducing other semi-embarrassing probs, like bumps and ingrown hairs. I Dew Care dry shampoo powder — it'll help revive limp, greasy hair and add some much-needed volume. This hypoallergenic powder absorbs oil, sweat, and dirt so locks stay fresh longer. No one will have a clue that you're extending time between washes when your hair looks THIS good. A quick-drying lotion you'll wonder how you ever survived without because it solves so many issues — I'm talking about thigh chafing, boob sweat, and other body areas that are prone to problematic rubbing and sweating. This fragrance-free formula turns into powder once applied to absorb wetness and minimize irritation so you can go about your day in peace. Bonus: It does all this *without* using aluminum or talc. Bravo! A fungal nail renewal treatment if you've been searching high and low for a solution to that funky toenail that's bugging you. This stuff helps treat fungal nail damage and may also help with the discoloration, thickness, and brittleness associated with it. Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence because believe it or not, snails have the healing touch. It's no wonder so many reviewers love it for treating stubborn skin probs, like acne, inflammation, peeling, fine lines, and more. Btw, this refreshing formula can be used on all skin types! An earwax removal kit made with carbamide peroxide that can help draw out stubborn wax with ease. The results may make ya feel queasy, but you'll think twice about sticking cotton swabs in your ear again! If you regularly deal with clogged ears, this may be just what you need to end the suffering. A nose hair wax kit to quickly remove rogue nostril hairs *without* it ending in a face full of tears. It has everything you need to remove the hair and keep it gone for up to four weeks. I know it seems too good to be true, but dozens of reviewers swear this is the most painless option they've tried! Or this waterproof facial hair trimmer for anyone who can't stand stray hairs *anywhere* on their body but also wants a quick, painless solution that won't cost a fortune. Oh, and the best part? You can do it from the privacy of your own home! It's compact in size, so you can take it with you when you're on the go too. Mighty Patches, which are ~tiny but mighty~ and use hydrocolloid to help draw the gunk out of zits. These may also prevent you from picking your face, which lowers your chances of scarring. Stick one on at bedtime and behold the amazing results upon waking. Reviewers also love that you can hardly tell you're wearing one! A vegan ingrown hair oil when you're eager to relieve redness and irritation *without* having to endure an unpleasant conversation in the personal care aisle. It uses skin-softening jojoba seed oil and anti-inflammatory tea tree oil to help you kiss razor burn and ingrown hairs goodbye. A Briotech spray to calm angry, irritated skin with hypochlorous acid, which just so happens to be the same holy-grail ingredient used in the pricier Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray. Give yourself a spritz to help treat inflammation and reduce redness. It'll also strengthen the skin barrier, so think of it as a magical force field for your face! A reviewer-beloved anti-dandruff shampoo that'll help keep your hair free of those bothersome flakes you want so badly to be free of. Apply it to wet hair, lather it up, then rinse thoroughly. It's formulated with 1% ketoconazole to kill the fungus that causes dandruff! A set of tiny dermaplaning razors so you can eliminate stray hairs or peach fuzz *and* reduce your chances of missing a spot. They leave your skin feeling silky-smooth, which allows for super smooth, seamless makeup application! A stainless-steel blackhead spatula if you wish you could experience that post-facial glow a lil' more often without actually paying for a pricey facial — problem solved! This tool can help unclog pores via high-frequency vibrations. Each cycle lasts for five minutes before it automatically turns off. Bonus: Your skincare products will be better absorbed after using it! SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes when sweaty pits are ruining your day, every single day. Give your armpits a swipe before bed, wash them in the morning, and you could potentially enjoy up to seven days of bliss with less sweat. Plus, purchasing it online means you don't have to broadcast your sweaty pit problem to the world. A travel-size Poo-Pourri because once you've enjoyed the spray-before-you-go magic at home, you'll never wanna go anywhere without it. Now you don't have to awkwardly ask your friend if they have any air freshener spray after you go #2! Spray *before* you go and your worries will melt away. Hanalei Lip Treatment so you can finally repair your dehydrated, cracked lips that you once thought you'd suffer with forever. It uses a blend of Hawaiian kukui nut oil, antioxidant-rich agave, and grapeseed oils to moisturize and restore dry, damaged skin! A blackhead scrub stick to help target excess sebum and other impurities that might be clogging your precious pores. After cleansing, rub it on your face to exfoliate *and* eliminate stubborn blackheads and whiteheads! PanOxyl Antimicrobial Hydrating Acne Creamy Wash for anyone who's been dreaming of a world where the original formula would work on sensitive skin — your dream is now a reality! It's designed to *gently* clear up acne-causing bacteria and can be used on your WHOLE bod. It'll target existing breakouts and prevent future ones by lifting dirt from pores. A pair of stainless-steel tongue scrapers that can help kick stale breath and leave your mouth with a fresh, clean feeling. All that gunk living on the surface of your tongue = GONE! No one will be offering you an unsolicited stick of gum anytime soon. Plus, a top-rated, alcohol-free oral rinse, which will assist in the fight against bad breath for 24 hours and doesn't have a super strong taste that lingers OR burns. Put down the mints and pick up the rinse! Comfy period-proof underwear because who wants to keep spending money on pads/tampons and worrying about leaks? Reviewers find these to be way comfier than disposable products *and* they don't cost as much as leading brands. No long, off-putting stares from the cashier either! Silicone Kegel weights for taking charge of your health down there. It's great for Kegel newbies and can help with incontinence, especially if you've given birth recently. It's also ideal if you want more enjoyable *and* less painful sex. While there's nothing embarrassing about strengthening your pelvic floor, at least you'll solve the problem without having to discuss it out loud. Demora's foot exfoliation mask if you're ready to treat your feet to the gift of super smooth skin — no more rough calluses making you wildly uncomfortable. Put 'em on, get comfy for an hour, then get ready for the big reveal as you shed dead skin over the next few days. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant to leave you with the smooth, healthy skin you've always dreamed of. No more dry patches or bumps killing your mood! Reviewers with keratosis pilaris and other similar skin textures swear by it. A fast-acting extra-strength hemorrhoid cream when your butt is begging for mercy. You'll potentially get sweet relief in a tube without ever having to leave the comfort of your bed. Lidocaine helps numb the pain, and glycerin helps reduce friction. The anti-inflammatory ingredients help provide the quick, long-lasting relief your bum so desperately needs.
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A tinted lip balm that's eerily close to the same magic as "Black Honey," TikTok's beloved $25 ~universal shade~ from Clinique, that it will genuinely startle you — especially when you see the price. This is a perfect, non-sticky "go-to" lippie that's just a step above the "no makeup makeup" look, giving the perfect subtly polished effect. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream your skin will be SO happy to soak up — this is formulated with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil to help hydrate, tighten, and gently exfoliate your skin so effectively that you should be able to see early results in two weeks. (For some reviewers, it only took a few days!) A travel-friendly SPF 50 Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar, a K-beauty staple with a curved balm stick style that makes it super easy to apply, and a nonsticky, white cast–free formula that plays ABSURDLY well with makeup. If you're looking for a lightweight "soft matte" sunscreen to protect your skin, this is your new BFF. Plus Hawaiian Tropic's SPF 30 Mineral Powder Sunscreen Brush, aka your scalp's BFF this summer — reviewers don't just swear by this for face coverage and a protective setting powder, but for protecting their hairline without their hair getting goopy from sunscreen scalp sprays or regular sunscreen lotion. Bonus — this is a heck of a lot cheaper than its competitors, like the $35 Supergoop and $36 Brush On Block! Lumify Eye Drops, a product so beloved by TikTok that despite being more $$ than other brands, it's the number one selling brand on Amazon right now. Reviewers swear by this for instant reduction in redness in their eyes, with visible differences within a minute of use. Lottabody's Coconut Oil Foaming Curl Mousse designed for all hair types to give you satisfyingly hydrated, volumized, frizz-free curls at a FRACTION of the price of its competitors. A cult-favorite Persian Garden fragrance rollerball with warm florals, ocean air, and light amber that reviewers compare to Glossier's $78 "You." This is from TikTok-famous small business brand Kuumba Made, known for its luxury scents at ridiculously affordable prices, so you know they're on their game — reviewers especially love how clean and long-lasting this sweet but elevated fragrance feels, and how nicely it plays with other scents! A limited edition (!!) Eos Marshmallow "Super Balm" lip treatment from the brand's "secret menu" so good that reviewers say it's better than Carmex for healing and better than Summer Fridays for quality. Lip care that also tastes like you're perpetually eating a s'more for less than $5?? My friends, life is good. Medicube Deep Vitamin C Golden Capsule Face Moisturizer, a K-beauty staple that's almost a little *too* fun to use — it comes with liposome capsules you can pop on your skin, helping oxidize, brighten, and smooth your complexion with the added burst of concentrated vitamin C and niacinamide. This is designed to have both instant *and* lasting results, with many reviewers noting an immediate difference in skin's radiance after the first use! A delightfully affordable instant foot peeling spray for anyone ready to go full YEEHAW!! on that at-home pedicure. This not only helps gently remove dead skin, but moisturizes dry and cracked heels, so you'll really get some refreshing bang for your buck. A bottle of the ever-elusive, ridiculously beloved Coconut Coffee Scrub & Wash that reviewers love for gently smoothing and exfoliating skin while leaving you smelling like a warm, tropical daydream. A lot of people note that this used to be easy to find in stores, but most stopped stocking it — enter the internet, here to save the day! Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, which became the internet's holy grail — now in four shades! — for concealing and brightening dark circles under your eyes so fast that everyone's old concealers are doing double takes. This lightweight color-adapting formula is designed for truly ~invisible~ coverage that makes a drastic difference. Plus Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, a cult-fave product for your beauty arsenal that will quickly help minimize eye puffiness and swelling thanks to its winning combo of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. It's basically an alarm clock for your eyeballs, because boy howdy are they awake now!! Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder absorbs oil and blurs pores so effectively that you'll be like, " Might be the only explanation for how this can matte-ify your complexion while still keeping it radiant and glowy ✨. Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo with all the oil-absorbing, refreshing power of its competitors, *plus* added keratin for protection against frizz and breakage. The subtle gardenia scent is just extra extra credit after all that. Billion Dollar Brows Eyebrow Powder fills in your brows as naturally and realistically as the $23 Anastasia Brow Duo version for less than half the price. Reviewers are stunned by how effective this is and how long it lasts, especially at such a low price point. L'Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Setting Spray Mist so darn phenomenal at its job that one reviewer calls it "hairspray for your face," and several compare it to the $34 One/Size setting spray at triple the price. This ultra-fine formula sprays on lightly and leaves a natural finish, but just one spray is designed to LOCK IN your look for 36 hours. MagicMinerals AirBrush Foundation, which lives up to its name and THEN some — one quick spray of the foundation on the included brush, and it glides so smoothly and subtly over your skin texture that you'll feel like a makeup artist did it for you. Reviewers in their thirties, forties, and up especially swear by this lightweight but effective formula, and love that it's ridiculously easy to use. Color Wow's "Raise The Root" thickening and lifting spray gives your hair some instant ~~VAVOOM~~, no teasing or heat styling gymnastics required. CeraVe's Hydrating cleanser made with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and glycerin — aka, all the good stuff to hydrate your face and remove makeup and oil without stripping your skin of its natural moisture. Psst — a lot of reviewers with sensitive skin and acne swear by this, because it's super gentle *and* super effective. Medicube Turmeric Overnight Wrapping Peel Off Mask, which has already made itself a TikTok sensation — unsurprising, since the K-Beauty brand Medicube knocks it out of the park again and again. This mask goes on before bed and uses hydrolyzed collagen, vitamin C, and turmeric to help even out skin tone and improve elasticity. A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo that thousands of reviewers swear by for helping restore their hair and promote healthy hair growth over time. It also includes nourishing ingredients like rosemary oil, zinc, and coconut oil to help moisturize locks and give them a fuller, more volumized look. La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 40 Tinted Sunscreen, aka the "holy grail" of tinted sunscreens — reviewers love this lightweight, buildable formula so much that a lot of them replaced their foundation with it altogether. If you're in the market for some subtle but effective coverage that won't get goopy or settle in pores, this is your sunscreen match made in heaven. E.l.f's Lash XTNDR Tubing Mascara, a GODSEND for anyone with thin or fragile lashes. This uses lightweight ~tubing~ technology to wrap around lashes and give them a natural-looking, smudge-proof extension so good it almost looks fake. The real boon, though, is how easily the "tubes" slide off in clean, easy swipes at the end of the day when you're washing your face — absolutely no smudging, over-scrubbing, or special eye makeup removal products required. A "flossing toothbrush" with two layers of bristles — regular firm bristles, and longer ones that are 10 times thinner to clean deep in between your teeth and gums to mimic flossing. Reviewers love how deep the clean feels, and also how soft it is on sensitive teeth! A set of super affordable hydrocolloid nose pore patches (compare to the $16 Mighty Patch equivalent) that will make you go "boy HOWDY" when you see how much gunk collects on them overnight. Reviewers swear by these for gently lifting out sebum from pores and pimples and minimizing their appearance! A shockingly affordable "Glow Up!" Vitamin C Face Serum that packs a punch as powerful as the $30+ versions — reviewers swear by this for reducing dark spots, brightening skin, restoring tone, and giving skin a more radiant, firm look. This particular serum's secret is the 3-O Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, which helps boost ~radiance~, in addition to the hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and vitamin E to help with hydration. Mise En Scene Perfect Serum, a beloved K-beauty staple reviewers compare to the $46 Gisou version for MEGA hair hydration and heat protection up to 450 degrees, so you can style your hair without sacrificing on ✨shine✨. This unique blend of seven-oil blend Moroccan argan, olive, coconut, apricot, Marula, jojoba, and camellia oil not only protects hair, but helps correct damage from dryness, *and* reduces drying time. Black Girl Sunscreen's Make It Pop Sungloss with SPF 50 (!!) that reviewers *adore* both as a glossy shine on bare lips, or to make their signature lippies pop. Who knew sun protection could look so chic? Dr. Melaxin "Peel Shot," a K-beauty staple for serious exfoliation that buffs out dead skin and leaves your complexion looking glowy and refreshed. If you're looking for an effective way to kick dead skin cells, blackheads, and sebum to the curb, this deeply penetrating rice water extract formula is just the ticket. Dae's Hair Cactus Fruit 3-In-1 Styling Cream & Taming Wand, which is basically the brand's "holy grail," TikTok-famous styling cream in the form of a mascara wand. This versatile lil' tool helps you carefully target flyaways, style edges, and smooth frizz. First Aid Beauty's Facial Radiance Pads, a set of compostable (!!) beauty prep pads you can use before putting on makeup to gently tone and exfoliate your skin, making it the ultimate primer for getting the most out of your foundation. Bonus — unlike a lot of toning products, these are super gentle and sensitive skin–friendly! A hair identifier spray to make shaving or dermaplaning *that* much more efficient — this not only highlights where your hair is so you don't miss a spot, but also moisturizes and protects skin while you're shaving. This is also a great way to ensure you aren't *over*-shaving areas, since you'll know right away if the hair is taken care of! L'Oréal Paris BB Cream, a FAST-acting, anti-redness moisturizer with results that feel like legitimate magic — especially considering its competitor, the Dr Jart+ Cicapair Color Correcting Cream, is over twice as expensive. Reviewers especially love this as a base for their makeup, because it leaves skin super soft and primed. Joesoef's pharmaceutical-grade anti-acne sulfur soap that people with acne, rosacea, dermatitis, and clogged pores swear by for helping clear their skin and relieve the tenderness. A lot of reviewers noted that they found this specific product after their dermatologists recommended it to them! A reviewer-beloved anti-dandruff shampoo to relieve flaking and itching and help prevent outbreaks by getting directly to the root. A lot of reviewers mention that it not only started working from the first use, but it *also* helped with shedding and hair loss caused by dandruff in the first place.
