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A set of nighttime renewal fungal nail patches so effective at restoring and helping regrow discolored, damaged nails that reviewers started seeing results in as little as a week. This not only helps tackle symptoms of fungal damage, but helps reduce the thickness and correct the ridges, so your nails can get the sweet relief they deserve.
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!!
Elephant Ear Washer Bottle System for anyone whose ear wax situation has their primary care doctor going, "Yiiiiikes." Now you can take care of it at home easily, gently, and a little too effectively — the bits of wax this dislodges out of reviewer's ears are truly leaving them in shock!
Olay Super Serum Body Wash that will make anyone with dry or dull skin REJOICE — this is packed with niacinamide, shea butter, and collagen peptides for 24-hour hydration that will make you feel as ~luminous~ as the spring sunshine. (Psst — this is the body wash version of their TikTok-famous, super effective facial Super Serum, so you KNOW they mean business.)
Hanalei Lip Treatment to help *aggressively* restore and moisturize lips overnight, thanks to a truly luxe blend of Hawaiian kukui nut oil, antioxidant-rich agave, and grapeseed oils. If you've been trying product after product trying to outrun your dry, cracked lips, this is the hydration holy grail you're looking for.
Ocusoft's Original Foaming Eyelid Cleanser that reviewers with dry, itchy, and allergy-prone eyes swear by. This mild, non-irritating wash removes oil, pollen, and eye makeup to not only cleanse your eyes, but soothe and refresh eyelid discomfort.
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.
An adjustable cervical cooling pillow designed to make your neck as comfy and pain-free as possible, using its unique contoured design to cradle your head and support your neck's natural curve. Honestly, the cooling fabric is just a bonus for this little overachiever.
Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion, which TikTok has spent years going *feral* over both because of the lightweight, long-lasting moisture, and the soothing, delicious smell that reviewers compare to more expensive brands like Philosophy and Bath & Body Works. It's so beloved that Eos recently released a matching Vanilla Cashmere Shave Oil!
A set of delightfully ~~tingly~~ self-heating soothing foot masks made with Epsom salts, lavender, and peppermint perfect for anyone whose recent step count is "too many." Nothing like a lil' self-care on those aching feet to lift your spirits!
A set of reviewer-beloved "Loops Quiet 2," aka the "earplugs for people who hate earplugs." These lightweight plugs are so subtle that people won't notice you wearing them, and are meticulously designed to muffle distracting, irritating, or overwhelming noise without completely blocking out the world around you. Reviewers love to wear them at the office or in noisy homes — this way they can still stay aware of your surroundings without getting overwhelmed by them.
Aquaphor's Healing Balm Stick made with avocado oil and shea butter to soothe all those dry, cracked spots that pop up on your human body. This is perfectly portable so you can get relief on the go!
A two-in-one nausea relief inhaler designed to work FAST on spontaneous nausea, motion sickness, morning sickness, and general queasiness (having a human body is hard). You can either use it as a scent inhaler or rub it directly on the tip of your nose for relief.
A weighted eye mask that's basically like a weighted blanket for your human eyes, designed to decrease stress and encourage ~deep sleep~. They also feature a 3D contour, so they're hollowed out in the middle and won't rest right on top of your eyes.
A set of disposable Plackers "Grind No More" Night Guards for anyone who sleeps like this 😬😬😬 and wakes up like this. 😫 Each one of these grind-absorbing bite plates can be used up to 30 times to help reduce the tension from grinding your teeth in the middle of the night. Psst — this is also a MUCH cheaper alternative to costly bite guards that go for hundreds of dollars!
Compound W Wart Removal Pads infused with concentrated wart removal medication to reduce the size and eliminate warts in a matter of days. A lot of reviewers turned to these after professional wart removals didn't work for them and saw much better results!
A pack of super thin hydrocolloid cold sore healing patches to help speed up healing and relieve some of the itch and "ouch!" of a breakout as fast as possible.
A memory foam cushion designed to relieve pressure on your back, butt, and tailbone so you don't have to suffer through long work days and commutes. Now you'll just have to convince yourself to actually get *off* of this cushion to get on with your day.
Mario Badescu Drying Lotion for anyone who has had their fill of acne stickers and wants a more effective solution for overnight zit care. Just dab a constellation of this over your blemishes to help dry them out and reduce redness while you snooze. This gets extra points for being sensitive skin-friendly and easy to use!
A pack of drug-free Breathe Right nasal strips reviewers quite literally claim "saved their marriage" — these provide instant snoring *and* congestion relief by increasing nasal airflow. Bonus: there's an optional "scratch and sniff" lavender scent if you want an extra dose of calm.
A migraine relief beanie for when your brain decides it's going to rattle against your skull at the least convenient time possible. This gets icy *and* hot depending on what kind of relief you're looking for, and double as a sleep mask so you can block out harsh light or try to get some shut-eye for further relief.
A deliciously soothing, super gentle Briotech spray reviewers compare to the pricier Tower 28 SOS Spray. It's similarly designed with hypochlorous acid, which targets bacteria that causes acne, skin irritation, and blemishes *without* drying your skin. Reviewers swear by this handy little spray for helping not just with acne, but rosacea, eczema, dryness, dermatitis (scalp included!), and even toenail fungus.
An "Exfoliate & Glow" premium scrub mitt for sloughing off all the dead skin from winter (one reviewer saw all the dead skin left in their shower floor and dubbed themselves a "Lizard Person" after shedding it). This is great for helping even out skin texture and tone, preventing ingrown hairs, calming keratosis pilaris, and removing self-tanner, too!
A stainless-steel tongue scraper that a lot of reviewers bought to prevent bad breath, but ended up loving even *more* because it made their mouth feel so squeaky clean (and, in a lot of cases, made their taste buds experience flavor a lot more intensely!).
First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant to help exfoliate and smooth skin by dealing with rough patches or dry bumps at a price point a *lot* cheaper than expensive prescription creams and washes. A lot of reviewers with keratosis pilaris and similar skin textures swear by this for relief, with many noticing a difference after the very first use.
Differin Acne Treatment Gel for prescription-strength acne care *without* the hassle of paying to see a dermatologist. This not only helps clear breakouts by helping with skin cell turnover to clear out pores and calm inflammation, but helps prevent them over time. The key to this is patience, patience, patience — a lot of reviewers mention seeing excellent results after the first month of use!
Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 Cleansing Balm made with a blend of pearl barley and vitamin E that reviewers adore for getting that ✨ CLEAN clean✨ feeling — it's designed to leave zero residue or oiliness, *plus* brighten skin and reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots. People compare it to pricey versions like Farmacy Green Clean, Dermalogica, and Elemis!
A 2-in-1 Mucinex saline nasal spray with two modes: a ~gentle mist~ for every day use, and a 🚀power jet🚀 to deal with tough congestion even on those days during allergy season when the pollen count is high enough to make your local weather reporter flinch.
A set of decadently cooling bamboo bed sheets so soft, breathable, and lovely that you'll be like, "Wait — am I in a White Lotus hotel??" Hot sleepers especially swear by these, and reviewers love how durable they are and how nicely they drape on mattresses. All of the luxury of being a rich person on an HBO drama, without any exorbitant prices (or murder!).
And a set of satin pillowcases that not only have a cooling effect, but are soft on your skin and create less friction for your hair so it won't get as tangled while you sleep. Reviewers especially love these because they're an affordable alternative to ones that typically run $18 per case!
A bottle of Tend Skin Solution to help prevent the infection of ingrown hair, you don't have to spend hours psyching yourself up to shave knowing that you're gonna be dodging a bazillion sensitive spots on your skin.
Aloderma Organic Aloe Vera Gel for your WHOLE body — this packs such an "all-purpose" moisturizing, skin-calming punch that reviewers swear by it for everything from healing cracked, dry skin to helping calm rosacea and sunburns to tackling dandruff that even prescription meds wouldn't touch. GO, LITTLE MOISTURIZER, GO!!
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.
A blister-preventing foot balm that basically magics an extra layer between your skin and your shoe, so you can break in and wear your favorite flats, heels, and sandals without worrying about getting big ole blisters on your feet.
A belted portable cordless vibrating heating pad to ease your cramps and pains (*glares pointedly at my uterus*) and/or keep you nice and cozy. The fact that it looks vaguely like a piece of superhero armor is just an added perk.
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In my previous article on e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:ELF), the stock had plunged over 40%, yet I remained optimistic. Despite short-term headwinds, e.l.f.'s exceptional revenue growth and market share gains underscored its status as a standout performer in the beauty industry. Back then, I highlighted the risks around the reliance on TikTok marketing and an 80% China-based supply chain. Although the TikTok ban now seems to be in the rearview mirror, the heavy reliance on China continues to significantly impact e.l.f. However, management's track record suggests these challenges are navigable. Now, with fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results in hand and a major acquisition announced, it's time to reassess. In this article, I will break down e.l.f. Beauty's latest financial performance, analyze the tariff situation impacting the outlook, examine the strategic Rhode acquisition, and update my investment thesis. E.l.f. 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This across-the-board price hike is designed to pass through some of the tariff cost to consumers. Despite the price hike, e.l.f. Beauty proposition is still below competitors. As CEO Tarang Amin noted, The average price point for e.l.f. is about $6.50 today, as compared to nearly $9.50 for legacy mass cosmetics brands and over $20 for prestige brands. As we look ahead, we expect many brands to take pricing in response to tariffs and macro environmental pressures, further accentuating our core value proposition. Supply Chain Optimization: E.l.f. is accelerating efforts to diversify its supply chain outside China. The company actually began this process years ago. By the end of fiscal 2026, e.l.f. expects China to account for significantly less of its production, as they work with key Chinese suppliers to set up operations in other countries. Rather than abandon its China partners (which are a core strength for e.l.f. in terms of cost, quality, and speed), the company is helping them expand into places like Vietnam, Mexico, or elsewhere to mitigate geopolitical risk. Additionally, e.l.f. is pursuing cost savings and supplier concessions to offset tariffs, such as negotiating lower manufacturing costs or finding efficiencies in packaging and logistics. Business Diversification: Another vector of mitigation is to grow revenue streams that aren't subject to tariffs. International sales have become e.l.f.'s fastest-growing segment, up 60% in FY2025 and now accounting for roughly 20% of total revenue. These overseas sales (to Europe, Canada, etc.) do not incur the U.S. import tariff, so expanding abroad naturally dilutes the impact of U.S. trade policy. E.l.f. is aggressively expanding distribution in Europe. It plans, for instance, to launch in 1,200 stores with Kruidvat (a major beauty retailer in the Netherlands and Belgium) and to enter 1,000 Rossmann stores in Poland this year. Adding another layer of complexity to the tariff landscape, a U.S. federal court recently blocked President Trump's sweeping tariffs. The court ruled that the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), which Trump cited as his authority, does not grant the president unilateral power to impose such broad tariffs. While the White House immediately appealed this decision, and the long-term legal outcome remains uncertain, this ruling introduces a layer of legal and political unpredictability to the tariff environment. It is important to note that this ruling does not directly remove the current 55% tariffs on China, which are still in effect for the time being. Source: E.l.f. Beauty E.l.f. Beauty has announced it is acquiring Rhode, the upstart beauty brand founded by celebrity Hailey Bieber. 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For e.l.f., acquiring Rhode is about bolstering its skincare portfolio and expanding into a more premium, DTC arena. E.l.f. has been primarily known for color cosmetics, though it's been pushing into skincare (e.l.f. Skin and the 2023 Naturium acquisition). Rhode is purely a skincare player with a high-profile founder. This gives e.l.f. a bigger foothold in skincare, one of the fastest-growing segments of beauty, and potentially access to customers willing to spend more on prestige products. Rhode has an intensely engaged fanbase; the CEO recounted how people camped out for 14 hours at a Los Angeles pop-up just to buy Rhode products and meet the team. This kind of brand loyalty and buzz is invaluable. E.l.f., of course, has its own army of fans and a savvy social media presence. By joining forces, e.l.f. can amplify Rhode's reach (e.g. introduce Rhode to e.l.f.'s millions of customers and retail partners) while Rhode's hype and celebrity aura rub off on e.l.f. The founder, Hailey Bieber, will stay onboard. Rhode has primarily been a DTC brand with limited physical retail presence. E.l.f. can leverage its robust retail distribution network to scale Rhode beyond DTC. There's an opportunity to get Rhode products on shelves worldwide, dramatically increasing their availability. E.l.f.'s international infrastructure can accelerate Rhode's overseas growth. After the stock's rollercoaster in late 2024 and early 2025, e.l.f. shares have partly recovered but remain below their previous highs. At the time of writing, ELF trades around $112 per share. At this price, e.l.f.'s market capitalization is $6.34 billion. That puts EV/EBITDA at 22 using FY2025 adjusted EBITDA of $296.8 million, and P/S at about 5. On an earnings basis, the stock trades at around 58 price to earnings (P/E). Source: Gurufocus A closer look at these multiples reveals the current P/E ratio is 37% below its 10-year historical average of 93x. It also falls below its 5-year average of 90x and its 3-year average of 68x. The current P/S is also below its historical average. While elevated in absolute terms, the current multiples are below e.l.f.'s historical range, highlighting potential upside. Still, part of this compression likely reflects investor caution amid macro uncertainty and tariff-related risks. Source: Author When compared to select beauty industry peers, e.l.f.'s valuation looks expansive at first glance. Aside from global giant L'Oreal, most competitors trade at around 1x P/S (both trailing and forward) and similar multiples on price-to-gross-profit. However, those same peers are expected to post negative revenue growth over the next two years, while analysts project e.l.f. to grow revenue by around 18% annually. While I take these projections with a grain of salt given the macro uncertainty, e.l.f. warrants a premium. The company has disrupted the market by offering high-quality products at low prices, while sustaining gross and EBITDA margins above industry averages. e.l.f. is also better positioned to raise prices if the tariff war intensifies, given its value positioning and built-in pricing elasticity. That combination is precisely why the stock deserves to trade at a higher multiple than slower-growing peers. Finally, it's also worth noting that, despite the heightened uncertainty, Baillie Gifford (Trades, Portfolio) has maintained 14% of e.l.f. Beauty shares outstanding, reflecting institutional confidence in its position. As I've discussed throughout the article, there are several risks to consider. The tariff overhang is the most immediate risk. If the 55% import tariff on China-made goods remains in place or worsens, e.l.f.'s costs will rise significantly, squeezing margins or forcing further price hikes. E.l.f. has been outperforming rivals, but competition in beauty is fierce and relentless. Giants like L'Oreal, Estee Lauder, and Coty won't cede market share without a fight. Additionally, the rise of new celebrity brands (every influencer and celebrity seems to launch a beauty line nowadays) means e.l.f. must keep its edge. E.l.f.'s products are affordable, but they are still discretionary purchases. A downturn in consumer spending, whether due to recession, inflation reducing disposable income, or shifts in preference, could impact sales. E.l.f. now has the task of integrating Rhode and realizing the growth that justifies the hefty price tag. We don't know its full financials, and Rhode could become a drag on e.l.f.'s earnings. Also, mergers can be distracting and sometimes fall short of expectations. There's a risk that management bandwidth is stretched, or that Rhode's growth slows under a new corporate structure. 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