43 Game-Changing Beauty Products Reviewers Swear By
A Briotech spray — it *excels* at soothing rashes, sunburns, rosacea, eczema, and other skin irritations, and yes, it's extremely similar to the beloved (but pricey) Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray. Its secret is hypochlorous acid, an ingredient found naturally in our white blood cells that helps soothe inflammation and strengthen the skin barrier. Reviewers even rave about it neutralizing persistent (like, right out of the shower) body odor. This stuff = magic in a bottle.
Catrice "Instant Awake" under-eye brightener for when you don't want to look like a walking zombie at your friend's cookout — *or* wear a full face of makeup when it's 90 degrees out. This magical, lightweight formula blends seamlessly and instantly brightens your under-eye area, so it might be all you need to feel like a presentable human on casual days. And at six bucks, it sure beats splurging on the $33 Becca version.
And LilyAna Naturals eye cream to nourish your skin long-term and help reduce puffiness, fine lines, and bags, with restorative ingredients like rosehip seed oil, organic hibiscus flower extracts, and vitamin E.
A Mise En Scene hair serum for locks so sleek and shiny, you'll be dumbstruck that they're actually yours. This magical stuff is infused with seven nature-derived oils: argan, olive, coconut, apricot, marula, jojoba, and camellia. You can use it on damp hair before blow-drying, then add a bit more as a finisher to help counter dryness and frizziness. Plus, reviewers say it smells incredible!
An oddly satisfying foot file made to gently remove dead skin buildup and calluses on the heels of your feet, leaving them so smooth, you won't be able to stop touching them. You can use it on dry or wet skin!
A potent vitamin C serum that's basically a skincare superhero with powerful ingredients like retinol, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and salicylic acid all rolled into one. This stuff might just spell the end for any acne, rough skin, fine lines, clogged pores, and dark spots you have.
A Revlon volcanic face roller capable of keeping excess oil at bay throughout the day, absorbing shine in seconds without messing up your makeup or requiring you to pack on more powder. If you have oily or acne-prone skin, this clever roller might just be your new holy grail.
A Rimmel mattifying primer some reviewers found was the only thing they needed to survive the summer heat without their face becoming Shine Central. If you wear makeup on top, it can keep it from becoming patchy throughout the day!
Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer claiming holy grail status from professional makeup artists, reviewers over 50, and more. It's perfect for a quick touch-up (without cakiness!) on days when you're not feeling a full face of makeup. Dark, puffy under-eye circles and redness are no match for it.
A hair finishing stick letting you take control of all those flyaways and slick them back without feeling greasy. This petite stick can go right in your bag so it's on hand for mid-day touch-ups.
E.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer that blurs your pores and creates a smooth, velvety texture for makeup to glide over and also grip onto. Infused with squalane for hydration, this popular primer has a mattifying effect that doesn't look dry — plus, it's small enough to take on the go in case you need touch-ups.
A mattifying powder shampoo you won't want to go anywhere without once you see how effective it is at mattifying oily roots. Just dab it on your roots to release an ultra-fine powder that absorbs oil and revives ~volume~ so you can stay fresh from morning to night.
A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo if your hair is thinning and you're eager to do something about it. In addition to volumizing biotin, this shampoo contains other natural ingredients like keratin, rosemary oil, and tea tree oil that moisturize the scalp to help your mane grow in thicker and healthier than ever.
Lightweight Cosrx snail mucin essence, a hydrating holy grail for many people with dry, sensitive skin and a gentler, cheaper alternative to many name-brand moisturizers and serums. It's effective on all skin types, and reviewers report seeing improvement after just a few uses! Acne scars, dark spots, and fine lines are about to meet their match.
A Denman hair brush literally made for curly hair — it detangles, distributes product evenly, and shapes curls so you can dash out the door with perfectly sculpted spirals and time to spare. Also, its mini size makes it easy to hold and great for curly-haired kids to use as well.
A bottle of Nyx setting spray so your carefully crafted makeup look can survive up to 16 hours of wear, through humidity, sweat, rain, and snow, without any smudging or melting. Reviewers have put it to the test and say it's a cheaper swap for MAC and Urban Decay's setting sprays.
An Essence Lash Princess mascara beloved for its ability to give you bold, dramatic lashes while also separating them to prevent clumping — and, most of all, for its $5 price tag!
Plus: An eyelash separator comb because when you've spent so much time crafting the perfect eye look, the *last* thing you want is clumpy, sticky lashes (and to risk messing up your makeup while fixing). With a slightly bent handle that makes it easier to hold, this stainless steel comb gently separates your lashes and remove any clumps, leaving them perfectly ~wispy~.
A double-sided silicone lip brush if you're constantly applying lip balm but your lips still don't look or feel soft — chances are, they just need some exfoliation so your moisturizing product can be fully effective and your lipstick can look its best.
Long-lasting Peripera Ink Velvet Lip Tint, worth the try if you like a little color on your lips but can't be bothered with lipsticks that constantly need touch-ups. This gives your pout a smooth, ultra-pigmented stain with a silky finish, *and* it also has a lightweight feel that's not sticky or clumpy!
A hair protein treatment formulated to deeply repair and hydrate your hair thanks to restorative ingredients like collagen and ceramide 3. You just apply it after shampooing, wait as little as five minutes, then rinse it out for hair that looks *and* feels silky soft. Some reviewers say it's even BETTER than Olaplex (despite being a fraction of the price).
Paula's Choice 2% BHA liquid exfoliant with salicylic acid and smoothing green tea extract so you can say goodbye to blackheads, enlarged pores, and redness. It exfoliates dead skill cells on your face to leave it ultra-smooth, and it's gentle enough for daily use!
A bottle of First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub made with 10% AHA to decongest skin and whisk away dry, rough bumps, helping your "strawberry" or "chicken" skin (as keratosis pilaris is sometimes called) feel and look much healthier and smoother.
Hydrating Lancôme Teint Idole Care & Glow foundation, which I fell in love with immediately upon first wear. This glowy serum foundation provides buildable medium coverage and has an 82% hyaluronic acid formula to hydrate and plump the skin — a dream for those of us with face dryness.
Blume's Meltdown acne oil, aka a skincare holy grail for its gentle, effective acne-fighting formula. It not only works to reduce acne but also helps fade acne scars, calm redness, *and* basically tells future breakouts, "Nope, not allowed here." 🙅♀️ Use it for spot treatments *or* mix it with your moisturizer for all-over coverage!
And a 36-pack of Mighty Patch hydrocolloid stickers to keep any unexpected zits from ruining your plans. Stick one on before bed or during the day — either way, it'll get to work drawing out all that nasty gunk clogging your pores, leaving you with noticeably flatter skin in 6–8 hours. It'll prevent any picking at the area too!
A cuticle oil if you've nearly given up on your poor peeling nails and shredded cuticles. Made with jojoba oil, almond oil, and vitamin E, this ultra-popular conditioning treatment not only strengthens nails but also heals and smoothens cuticles. With a little persistence, it'll have you doing a double take in wonder at your new model-worthy nails like, "Are these mine?"
Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay, worthy of being your holy grail hair and face mask. This cult-favorite mask is made of 100% natural calcium bentonite (a type of volcanic ash) clay, which draws impurities out of skin and buildup out of hair.
Micellar cleansing water to gently but effectively remove dirt, excess oil, and even waterproof makeup from your face without leaving it dried-out or requiring any harsh rubbing.
A Revlon hot air brush so you can treat yourself to a salon-level blowout without stepping outside the house, and in a fraction of the time you'd spend using a traditional blow-dryer. It handles drying and styling in one step!
And a blow-dry spray that not only protects your hair from heat and eliminates frizz after washing, but *also* decreases blow-dry time by 50% so you have time to make that run to Starbucks before your 9 a.m. meeting.
Dr. Jart Cicapair Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment to tackle redness head-on, going on as a green cream that blends to match your skin tone, neutralizing redness in minutes. One BuzzFeed editor says she uses it daily as a moisturizer under foundation; others even use it as a CC cream. Thankfully, it has SPF 30 as well!
A long-lasting eyeshadow primer that'll make your eyeshadow look bolder and extra pigmented, but also combat oil and creasing so your smoky eye looks flawless all night long. If you're still applying eyeshadow without primer, you're not getting its full effect.
A winged eyeliner stamp addressing the bane of every makeup wearer's existence: creating the perfect, symmetrical cat-eye. Now you don't have to spend an hour redoing your wings — this easy-to-use stamp creates the same wing on each side, and no one will even know the difference. 🤫
Verb Ghost Oil — meet your secret weapon against frizzy, dry hair (especially if you color it frequently). It softens and smooths your strands while weightlessly adding shine.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream, aka THE holy grail for people with dry, sensitive skin. Its essential ceramides bring relief to dry, flaky, itchy skin by hydrating and restoring the skin's protective barrier — keeping the moisture in and pollutants out.
Tower 28 ShineOn Lip Jelly, because it makes the impossible *possible* for those of us who can't stand a sticky gloss but want our lips to look shiny and ~juicy~ at the same time. This bb uses apricot kernel, raspberry seed, and rosehip oils to soothe, protect, and nurture your lips — without your hair getting stuck to them approximately every five seconds.
An antibacterial butt acne-clearing lotion made with tea tree oil that's effective at penetrating the skin to target the roots of acne, leaving your bum clear and baby-smooth.
A brightening facial scrub that leaves your skin positively soft and glowy thanks to Madonna lily in the ingredients, but it also packs in lemon peel, French green clay, and sea kelp to cleanse and de-gunk your pores.
An internet-beloved set of makeup sponges — reviewers sing their praises as a budget-friendly swap for the Beauty Blender, since you get five of these for less than $10! Plus, when it comes to blending foundation, concealer, powder, and BB creams, there's no better tool for a ~flawless~ finish.
A cystic acne treatment boasting a pretty incredible track record with reviewers who experience cystic acne, helping pull out and dry deep-rooted acne (with 50% cyst reduction overnight!) as well as whiteheads and blackheads. Sulfur, bentonite clay, witch hazel, and tea tree oil are just a few of the powerhouse ingredients working wonders here, and it's gentle enough for even sensitive skin!
A buttery soft bronzer to give you that sun-kissed look without looking too orange or clownish. Brush this into your cheekbones, hairline, and temples for a natural flush — it has a cream-to-powder finish with a light shimmer and velvety smooth texture reviewers rave about.
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A L'Oreal Paris rinse-out lamellar water treatment that can transform your hair in just eight seconds (!), leaving your strands shiny, silky, and ultra-hydrated, no matter your hair type. A Briotech spray — it *excels* at soothing rashes, sunburns, rosacea, eczema, and other skin irritations, and yes, it's extremely similar to the beloved (but pricey) Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray. Its secret is hypochlorous acid, an ingredient found naturally in our white blood cells that helps soothe inflammation and strengthen the skin barrier. Reviewers even rave about it neutralizing persistent (like, right out of the shower) body odor. This stuff = magic in a bottle. Catrice "Instant Awake" under-eye brightener for when you don't want to look like a walking zombie at your friend's cookout — *or* wear a full face of makeup when it's 90 degrees out. This magical, lightweight formula blends seamlessly and instantly brightens your under-eye area, so it might be all you need to feel like a presentable human on casual days. And at six bucks, it sure beats splurging on the $33 Becca version. And LilyAna Naturals eye cream to nourish your skin long-term and help reduce puffiness, fine lines, and bags, with restorative ingredients like rosehip seed oil, organic hibiscus flower extracts, and vitamin E. A Mise En Scene hair serum for locks so sleek and shiny, you'll be dumbstruck that they're actually yours. This magical stuff is infused with seven nature-derived oils: argan, olive, coconut, apricot, marula, jojoba, and camellia. You can use it on damp hair before blow-drying, then add a bit more as a finisher to help counter dryness and frizziness. Plus, reviewers say it smells incredible! An oddly satisfying foot file made to gently remove dead skin buildup and calluses on the heels of your feet, leaving them so smooth, you won't be able to stop touching them. You can use it on dry or wet skin! A potent vitamin C serum that's basically a skincare superhero with powerful ingredients like retinol, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and salicylic acid all rolled into one. This stuff might just spell the end for any acne, rough skin, fine lines, clogged pores, and dark spots you have. A Revlon volcanic face roller capable of keeping excess oil at bay throughout the day, absorbing shine in seconds without messing up your makeup or requiring you to pack on more powder. If you have oily or acne-prone skin, this clever roller might just be your new holy grail. A Rimmel mattifying primer some reviewers found was the only thing they needed to survive the summer heat without their face becoming Shine Central. If you wear makeup on top, it can keep it from becoming patchy throughout the day! Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer claiming holy grail status from professional makeup artists, reviewers over 50, and more. It's perfect for a quick touch-up (without cakiness!) on days when you're not feeling a full face of makeup. Dark, puffy under-eye circles and redness are no match for it. A hair finishing stick letting you take control of all those flyaways and slick them back without feeling greasy. This petite stick can go right in your bag so it's on hand for mid-day touch-ups. E.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer that blurs your pores and creates a smooth, velvety texture for makeup to glide over and also grip onto. Infused with squalane for hydration, this popular primer has a mattifying effect that doesn't look dry — plus, it's small enough to take on the go in case you need touch-ups. A mattifying powder shampoo you won't want to go anywhere without once you see how effective it is at mattifying oily roots. Just dab it on your roots to release an ultra-fine powder that absorbs oil and revives ~volume~ so you can stay fresh from morning to night. A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo if your hair is thinning and you're eager to do something about it. In addition to volumizing biotin, this shampoo contains other natural ingredients like keratin, rosemary oil, and tea tree oil that moisturize the scalp to help your mane grow in thicker and healthier than ever. Lightweight Cosrx snail mucin essence, a hydrating holy grail for many people with dry, sensitive skin and a gentler, cheaper alternative to many name-brand moisturizers and serums. It's effective on all skin types, and reviewers report seeing improvement after just a few uses! Acne scars, dark spots, and fine lines are about to meet their match. A Denman hair brush literally made for curly hair — it detangles, distributes product evenly, and shapes curls so you can dash out the door with perfectly sculpted spirals and time to spare. Also, its mini size makes it easy to hold and great for curly-haired kids to use as well. A bottle of Nyx setting spray so your carefully crafted makeup look can survive up to 16 hours of wear, through humidity, sweat, rain, and snow, without any smudging or melting. Reviewers have put it to the test and say it's a cheaper swap for MAC and Urban Decay's setting sprays. An Essence Lash Princess mascara beloved for its ability to give you bold, dramatic lashes while also separating them to prevent clumping — and, most of all, for its $5 price tag! Plus: An eyelash separator comb because when you've spent so much time crafting the perfect eye look, the *last* thing you want is clumpy, sticky lashes (and to risk messing up your makeup while fixing). With a slightly bent handle that makes it easier to hold, this stainless steel comb gently separates your lashes and remove any clumps, leaving them perfectly ~wispy~. A double-sided silicone lip brush if you're constantly applying lip balm but your lips still don't look or feel soft — chances are, they just need some exfoliation so your moisturizing product can be fully effective and your lipstick can look its best. Long-lasting Peripera Ink Velvet Lip Tint, worth the try if you like a little color on your lips but can't be bothered with lipsticks that constantly need touch-ups. This gives your pout a smooth, ultra-pigmented stain with a silky finish, *and* it also has a lightweight feel that's not sticky or clumpy! A hair protein treatment formulated to deeply repair and hydrate your hair thanks to restorative ingredients like collagen and ceramide 3. You just apply it after shampooing, wait as little as five minutes, then rinse it out for hair that looks *and* feels silky soft. Some reviewers say it's even BETTER than Olaplex (despite being a fraction of the price). Paula's Choice 2% BHA liquid exfoliant with salicylic acid and smoothing green tea extract so you can say goodbye to blackheads, enlarged pores, and redness. It exfoliates dead skill cells on your face to leave it ultra-smooth, and it's gentle enough for daily use! A bottle of First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub made with 10% AHA to decongest skin and whisk away dry, rough bumps, helping your "strawberry" or "chicken" skin (as keratosis pilaris is sometimes called) feel and look much healthier and smoother. Hydrating Lancôme Teint Idole Care & Glow foundation, which I fell in love with immediately upon first wear. This glowy serum foundation provides buildable medium coverage and has an 82% hyaluronic acid formula to hydrate and plump the skin — a dream for those of us with face dryness. Blume's Meltdown acne oil, aka a skincare holy grail for its gentle, effective acne-fighting formula. It not only works to reduce acne but also helps fade acne scars, calm redness, *and* basically tells future breakouts, "Nope, not allowed here." 🙅♀️ Use it for spot treatments *or* mix it with your moisturizer for all-over coverage! And a 36-pack of Mighty Patch hydrocolloid stickers to keep any unexpected zits from ruining your plans. Stick one on before bed or during the day — either way, it'll get to work drawing out all that nasty gunk clogging your pores, leaving you with noticeably flatter skin in 6–8 hours. It'll prevent any picking at the area too! A cuticle oil if you've nearly given up on your poor peeling nails and shredded cuticles. Made with jojoba oil, almond oil, and vitamin E, this ultra-popular conditioning treatment not only strengthens nails but also heals and smoothens cuticles. With a little persistence, it'll have you doing a double take in wonder at your new model-worthy nails like, "Are these mine?" Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay, worthy of being your holy grail hair and face mask. This cult-favorite mask is made of 100% natural calcium bentonite (a type of volcanic ash) clay, which draws impurities out of skin and buildup out of hair. Micellar cleansing water to gently but effectively remove dirt, excess oil, and even waterproof makeup from your face without leaving it dried-out or requiring any harsh rubbing. A Revlon hot air brush so you can treat yourself to a salon-level blowout without stepping outside the house, and in a fraction of the time you'd spend using a traditional blow-dryer. It handles drying and styling in one step! And a blow-dry spray that not only protects your hair from heat and eliminates frizz after washing, but *also* decreases blow-dry time by 50% so you have time to make that run to Starbucks before your 9 a.m. meeting. Dr. Jart Cicapair Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment to tackle redness head-on, going on as a green cream that blends to match your skin tone, neutralizing redness in minutes. One BuzzFeed editor says she uses it daily as a moisturizer under foundation; others even use it as a CC cream. Thankfully, it has SPF 30 as well! A long-lasting eyeshadow primer that'll make your eyeshadow look bolder and extra pigmented, but also combat oil and creasing so your smoky eye looks flawless all night long. If you're still applying eyeshadow without primer, you're not getting its full effect. A winged eyeliner stamp addressing the bane of every makeup wearer's existence: creating the perfect, symmetrical cat-eye. Now you don't have to spend an hour redoing your wings — this easy-to-use stamp creates the same wing on each side, and no one will even know the difference. 🤫 Verb Ghost Oil — meet your secret weapon against frizzy, dry hair (especially if you color it frequently). 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A lightweight tinted hydrator that gives you a perfect hint of coverage while also improving your skin over time — your current foundation can't do that! It goes on just like a normal moisturizer, but has just enough pigment to reduce redness and blur pores. Oh, and the hyaluronic acid and squalane will help make your skin feel soft and moisturized. A pomade hair wax stick — it'll be a major timesaver on those days when you want to smooth down flyaways, cowlicks, or set baby hairs into place. Just swipe it over any targeted areas you want to smooth and it'll provide some seriously strong hold without any sticky residue. A Bondi Sands self-tanning foam that smells like delicious coconut instead of nauseating chemicals — and reviewers rave over it for providing a streak-free tan that's super easy to apply. Just apply in upward motions (preferably with a tanning mitt!) and let it sit for an hour, then wash off! 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It's high-coverage (hence the "Camo" in its name) but still blends easily, so it's perfect for concealing any dark circles or acne scarring. Sorry if you already bought Shape Tape, but this will be ready for you when you run out! An Anua pore-clearing cleansing oil that's specifically designed to help regulate your sebum production and break down blackheads, making it a great option for all my fellow oily-skinned peeps. It also helps break down makeup, so you can finally stop wasting money on makeup-removing wipes! A cruelty-free lengthening Essence mascara with thousands of ratings and some seriously impressive before and after photos. Oh, did I mention it's UNDER $5 and comparable to Tarte?! Unlike other mascaras at similar price points, reviewers say this one doesn't easily clump or smudge throughout the day and is suitable for sensitive eyes. 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. An OGX air-dry leave-in cream, which is a must-have for anyone who is constantly running late — you can just throw in your hair after a shower, head out the door, and finally be on time for once!!! Where was this when we were in college?!! The coconut oil and shea butter add extra moisture, while the citrus oils help add shine to your curls. E.l.f.'s Halo Glow Liquid Filter — even Charlotte Tilbury herself would be super impressed with this. This can be used in so many ways to get a glowy, lit-from-within look: apply it to your high points like a highlighter, mix with your foundation or moisturizer for an all-over glow, or get wild and slather it all over for the ultimate shine. Charlotte, dahling, this is giving your Flawless Filter a run for its money 👀. A pack of Spin Pins that have the same holding power as 20 hair pins!!! Simply gather your strands into a bun, updo, or any other gathered style, then spin one of the pins in from the top (and add another from the bottom if you want an extra secure fit). These are designed to be slide-proof, so you can now make like Willow Smith and confidently whip your hair back and forth without messing up your 'do. A Stila color-correcting palette to minimize dark circles, redness, and any other facial discoloration you want to cover up. It contains four cream formulas and two powders so you can correct and set in the same palette! A popular long-lasting eyeliner stamp which will be a life-saver for all my fellow peeps with shaky hands. You can use the curved wing side to effortlessly apply liner to the outer corner of your eye, then flip over to the regular fine tip to define the rest of the eye. A buttery soft Physicians Formula bronzer that'll give you a subtle sunkissed glow and is easy to apply thanks to its cream-to-powder formula. Apply it along your cheekbones, temples, and hairline, then lightly blend for a bronzed glow — reviewers say just a few sweeps is all you need! If you've wasted so money trying to find a natural bronzer that doesn't look Cheeto-orange, this is the one you'll wish you bought from the start. A hydrating Cosrx repairing essence with 96% snail secretion filtrate, which provides a gentle dose of moisture that won't overwhelm skincare newbies. Reviewers mention seeing a reduction in dark spots and acne, and even people with oily skin find that it absorbs quickly and doesn't clog their pores. Who knew snails had the secret to glassy, glowy skin this whole time?! A super dewy L'Oréal tinted serum reviewers say provides the same glow as Armani Luminous Silk Foundation. 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It's perfect for refreshing your skin after a sweaty workout, and you can even use it for body acne as well. If you're sick of spending top dollar on Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray, give this a try instead. A nail concealer that's a multitasking marvel, and it gives Dior a run for its money. It strengthens nails thanks to its blend of biotin and keratin, and it also provides a sheer hint of pink color that works great on its own or as a fast-dry top coat. It's basically a manicure in a bottle — which is an absolute STEAL at under $10. Just be sure to tip yourself when you're done. A root touchup powder so you can stretch the time between salon appointments. Just use the attached sponge to pick up some powder and rub it directly on any grays, or use it on your hairline to create a fuller appearance. It'll become one of your new beauty lifesavers — just ask the thousands of reviewers who left a perfect 5-star rating. A Bolden Skin-Brighting toner that'll help banish dark spots, breakouts, and enlarged pores before your very eyes. It's also super simple to add to your routine: Just swipe some on with a cotton pad after cleansing, then let the witch hazel, niacinamide, and licorice root work their magic while you move on to the other steps in your routine. A Denman Hair Brush with a genius multifunctional design. The bristles are perfectly spaced to help detangle and shape curls at the same time, so it's basically a must for anyone who prefers beauty sleep to beauty routines. 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. A luxuriously rich night cream that puts in serious work while you get some shut-eye. The protein peptides can help stimulate collagen production to make your skin feel firmer and increase its elasticity, while the niacinamide helps with dark spots and discoloration. Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Hydrating Multi-Balm, which is basically a magic wand for your entire face and neck. The "Wrinkle Bounce" formula is especially loved by reviewers since it helps smooth fine lines and provides a glowy glass-skin look thanks to the salmon complex and collagen. Plus, your neck will be so grateful you're finally giving it the attention it deserves! Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel that's basically like a latte for your face. It uses the power of yerba mate to soothe the delicate skin under your eyes, and also contains three forms of hyaluronic acid to moisturize. I did not know there were several types of hyaluronic acid, but I would now like to collect all of them like Pokémon. TruSkin Naturals Vitamin C Serum to give you that coveted ✨ glowy but not greasy ✨ look. It's packed with vitamins C and E and botanical hyaluronic acid to help fade dark spots and add a radiant sheen to your skin. It has tons of rave ratings, with many reviewers saying it instantly brightens and absorbs quickly. Thank Me Later Eyeshadow Base that'll make the shades from your favorite palettes last all day long. You'll cry just thinking about the time you wasted applying expensive powders that just flake off in about three hours. 😢 The smoothing texture prevents your eyeshadow from settling into fine lines and wrinkles, and the matte formula keeps excess oil at bay. Resurfacing pads made with 20% glycolic acid, which is a superstar ingredient for dissolving and wiping away dead skin cells. Simply swipe the pad over your skin after cleansing and let it dry before applying any other products. And don't worry about irritation — the pads also include allantoin, green tea, and calendula for their soothing properties. Or a brightening facial scrub for anyone who craves physical exfoliation but doesn't want anything too harsh. The sea kelp will keep things soft and smooth while the French green clay and lemon peel lightly buff away dead skin. You'll be glowing before you even rinse it down the drain! An affordable prescription-strength Differin retinoid gel that basically gives you brand-new skin. No, really — retinoids are known to help promote skin cell turnover, revealing a brighter complexion and helping to clear out the gunk that causes clogged pores and acne. You, wishing you found eyebrow stencils years ago: Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
San Francisco Chronicle
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- San Francisco Chronicle
Review: Vacation-themed ‘Nobody 2' goes to new action comedy places
Funnier, sunnier and even more violent than its predecessor, 'Nobody 2' ups the ante in the cinematic action department as well. With more modest means, this sequel makes mayhem look better than much bigger films have this summer. Director Timo Tjahjanto, who's made a name for himself with such stylish Indonesian crime fights as 'The Night Comes for Us,' brings a grounded and personal quality to otherwise outlandish set pieces. This approach complements Bob Odenkirk's persona as Hutch Mansell, typical suburban dad and weapons grade assassin. You almost feel the pain of stabs and head butts while wondering if Hutch will make it home before dinner gets cold. In the 2021 'Nobody,' Hutch came out of professional killer retirement to take revenge on some Russian mobsters and burn up huge piles of their operating cash. Since then, he's had to pay off that debt to the remaining mob by taking down rival gangsters several times a week. He digs it — and wiping out a hotel elevator full of thugs releases the aggressive steam that gets this normally placid everyman in so much trouble — but the workload is taking its toll. Hutch rarely sees his realtor wife Becca (Connie Nielsen) during waking hours. His 17-year-old son Brady (Gage Munroe) and 12-year-old daughter Sammy (Paisley Cadorath) ignore him. What the Mansells need is a summer vacation together, Hutch decides. His boss, the Barber (Colin Salmon, smoothly intimidating as before) grants the time off, but warns his operative 'This job is in your nature and nature always wins.' Truer words and all that. With retired FBI agent granddad David (Christopher Lloyd) in tow, the fam heads to a tacky waterpark in fictional Plummerville, Wis. It's the only place David ever took Hutch and his adopted brother Harry (played as an adult by RZA again) when they were kids, and the faux tiki resort doesn't exactly live up to Hutch's idealized recollections. Plummerville is also a swamp of criminal activity, overseen at various levels by crooked Sheriff Abel (Colin Hanks with a whitewall haircut and uncharacteristically nasty), theme park heir Wyatt Martin (John Ortiz) and sadistic queenpin Lendina (Sharon Stone, having a ball chewing up scenery and expendable extras). When an arcade confrontation escalates thanks to Hutch's basic nature, the true Mansell vacay begins. Plummerville will never be the same, if any of it remains standing. Odenkirk is an expert now at toggling from well-meaning and mild-mannered to incredibly fast, harmful and ingenious about it. The 'Better Call Saul' star also effortlessly wrings laughs out of lines like 'I'm here with my family, making memories' before dispatching assailants with a duck boat anchor. He sounds so sincere. Hutch genuinely wants to keep Becca happy and guide Brady away from solving problems with his fists, both things the man's ferocious default setting impedes. None of this is particularly insightful character work, but franchise creator/co-scripter Derek Kolstad tries harder than most action film writers to generate a semblance of human interaction. The real life in 'Nobody 2' comes from Tjahjanto and his department heads. Cinematographer Callan Green gets cameras in close and shrewdly choreographed with the stuntwork. Michael Diner's production designs are a downscale Middle American dream; the aging amusement park proves a witty setting for the film's climactic booby-trap battle. Odenkirk is also one of these movies' producers, and he has a knack for giving distinctive international filmmakers their first Hollywood shots. Russian 'Hardcore Henry' director Ilya Naishuller went from the wintry first 'Nobody' to the recent, globetrotting thriller 'Heads of State.' Tjahjanto's future looks just as bright. Odenkirk is certainly somebody when it comes to spotting talent.
