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30 Hair Products That Work So Well, Reviewers Have Called Them "Sorcery," "Wizardry," Or Just Plain "Magic"
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. "I commend the kitchen witch who knows her potions and shared this one with us." No conjuring or incantations required — just the Verb Ghost Oil. 1. Verb Ghost Oil — a lightweight hair oil that helps smooth, soften, and defrizz your beautiful mane. It magically locks in moisture, promotes shine, and revitalizes your strands from root to end, ooh la la. And I'm personally intrigued by the name. Promising reviews:"This is an exceptional potion. It's pure magic at its best. With just a small amount, Ghost Oil softens the hair, gives it body, is non-greasy, makes it shine, and makes your hair look fuller. A truly magical product. I commend the kitchen witch who knows her potions and shared this one with us." — B. Blume "This stuff is amazing. My hair was very dry and the ends appeared split. I bought this stuff because of a TikTok recommendation and will never go back. Super light and moisturizing." — Leah Get it from Amazon for $10+ (available in two scents, three sizes, and as a bundle). 2. An OGX leave-in conditioning cream to apply to your towel-dried hair for a magic trick. *Voila*, defined, bouncy curls that'll put a little extra pep in your step because of the way your curls bounce when you walk. Promising reviews:"Absolutely love this stuff! It's the one hair product I have to have. I rotate shampoos and conditioners but have never found anything to put on damp hair that I like as much as this. It says it's for curls, but works great on straight hair, too." — Bunco Queen of the Universe "I love this stuff! Magic in a bottle." — MtDewGirl Get it from Amazon for $7.97. 3. Olaplex No. 3 hair perfector, which is TOTALLY worth it if your hair is broken or damaged. This bad boy strengthens and protects your hair from within and reduces breakage so split ends can't stop you from feeling ~FAB~. Check out our full review of Olaplex No. 3. Promising reviews:"My hair had so much breakage from coloring it so much over the years and I was on the verge of completely shaving it. I saw one of God's favorites on TikTok with the hair of a goddess suggest this stuff. All I can say is wow! This cream must have been dropped from Heaven because it has saved my fried hair. Worth every penny, with this stuff, you too can be one of God's favorites." — Kirstin "Seriously magic in a bottle. I bleached my very dark, virgin hair and it took a lot to get it lightened so my curls took a beating. This really brought them back to life. I usually use this with the Shea moisture protein mask and it leaves my hair silky and smooth and rejuvenates my curls. Remember this is not moisturizing, I recommend using a mask that has properties that your hair needs alongside this treatment!" — Heady Get it from Amazon for $30. 4. Or a more affordable Elizavecca hair treatment that contains ceramides and collagen to help give your hair shine and make it smooth in just five minutes. This stuff is *chef's kiss* mixed with a little witchcraft. Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Elizavecca hair treatment for more deets! Promising reviews:"Not gonna lie, I was skeptical that this could help me. A few months ago, I decided I could bleach my hair. I burnt it to such a crisp that I've literally been wearing it up under a cap. That worked when it was winter, but now it's warm, so I needed a solution. I saw this product highly recommended on other sites, and the reviews were good, so I ordered a tube. Used it twice now, and OH. MY. LANTA. For months, my hair has felt like crunchy noodles, ready to snap at a moment's notice. After one treatment (left in about 15 minutes after shampoo, before conditioner), my ends feel soft!! After the second time washing with it, i t actually moves like it's not damaged, and it is visibly SO much healthier. Like seriously, idk how they bottled witchcraft, but I'm going to continue to use this product even when my hair grows out. An absolute magical miracle potion! I seriously prepared myself to explain to the world that it doesn't work. But instead, I have the healthiest hair I've had since being a home hairdresser. 10/10 for less than $10. Picture from left to right (blonde above): my hair before using this, my hair after the first treatment, my hair after the second treatment." — Liz Get it from Amazon for $7.60. 5. A satin pillowcase to help with your hair and skin. Silk and satin pillowcases are WAY less coarse and scratchy on sensitive skin and hair. Oh, and CURLY BABES, *ahemm* ya need this to keep those curls looking juicy the next day. Plus these are way more affordable than pricey brands like Slip and Blissy! Amazon Promising reviews: "I was skeptical that these wouldn't work as well as silk pillowcases because the price was so low. But, game changer, seriously. I'm not sure what kind of sorcery is built into this, but it stays cool all night, and my hair hasn't been a wreck when I wake up. Get this!" — Susie F. "I bought these cases to match a new sheet set. I previously had bought much more expensive brands to match other sheets, but I love the Bedsure brand of products and wanted to try these out. Arguably, they're softer than my more expensive ones! They did arrive very wrinkled, but a quick wash and dry and they're shiny and wrinkle-free. I like the envelope closure a lot more than competing brands' zip closure. Highly recommend!" — Hannah Watkins Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in standard, queen, king, and body pillow sizes, 38 colors, and in one- and four-packs). 6. Flexible curling rods that'll give you the best curls of your lifeeee. You can use them with your hair wet or dry — just put 'em in at night, wake up, take em out, and boom! Perfectly shaped curls! Alright so I've recently tried to get into figuring out what to do with my curly hair. I feel like growing up straight hair was considered '"better" so I always had a relaxer, keratin treatment, or just a plain ol' flat iron. Of course, that's not healthy for my hair but I was never taught how to style my curls so I liked to keep it straight. Flash forward 10 years, we're embracing the curls. I recently bought these cuz my mom used to flexi-rod my hair when I was a kid. I watched a bunch of TikTok videos, put 'em in, woke up, and my curls looked absolutely perfect. And no heat! I have worn my curls in a bun for the past five years, I kid you not. This has been my new go-to. Seriously, people have been shook cuz I let my curls down. I love my hair like this, I think it's so so cute and I'm finally becoming more comfortable with my curls. And the gif of me above is a week after I used these curlers — wizardry at it's finest. You can use 'em on curly or straight hair; I've used 'em on my hair when it's straight and the curls hold forever. They suck to sleep in but, hey, they weren't lying when they said beauty is pain. Get a 42-pack from Amazon for $15.99. 7. ORRRR a satin curling rod headband for beautiful, juicy curls on those days where you don't wanna sit and bother with other tools. So like, every day, right? Stunning curls with minimal effort. This also comes with two satin scrunchies. So, I bet you're thinking *how does this baby work?* Start with slightly damp hair. Position the curling rod to the middle of your head and secure it with a claw clip then begin to wind one side around the curler. Once you get to the end of your hair, wind it with scrunchies and do the same on the other side. Take it out the next morning and enjoy your voluminous, gorgeous curls! Kitsch is an LA-based woman-owned small biz that specializes in hair accessories. Promising reviews: "I was a little skeptical but finally decided to jump on the heatless curls bandwagon, and I'm glad I did. I have very fine hair and it is a struggle to get it to hold a curl (if you know, you know!) But this really does work. I learned a couple of keys — my hair has to be slightly damp, almost dry, and I have to wind it tightly. When I do this, I get beautiful curls that last. I'm very pleased; it's not super uncomfortable to sleep in, and I've noticed way less frizz and more volume in my hair since I've started using this. If you're on the fence, go for it!" – Amazon Customer "Just like magic! My hair won't hold a curl but with this product, it did!! Amazing! Beautiful and lasting curls. Love this product! You won't be disappointed." — Caroline weinstein Get it from Amazon for $15.96+ (available in 14 colors). 8. A bottle of Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls — a soft styling lotion that'll have your curls looking better than they ever have. You can break up with crunchy locks and say hello to soft, gorgeous, defined curls with surprisingly amazing hold. Holy grail hair product? I think so. 9. A Cécred nourishing hair oil that smells absolutely divine and will help seal in moisture without weighing down your locks. It's compiled of 13, yes 13 (!!!) luscious oils to help reinforce your hair's lipid barrier and will have you absolutely feelin' yourself. Reviewers are loving that this lightweight potion actually absorbs into your strands rather than just sitting on top. Oh, nourishing hair oil, ~I love you down to the bone~. Cécred Cécred is founded and owned by Beyoncé! I finally got my hands on this bad boy, and oh, baby, it is incredible. I've been trying to figure out how to style my curly clip-in extensions and make them match my real hair, but nothing has been working. I did a braid-out three times and it just didn't look right, I was literally ready to give up and just straighten my hair again. That is, until I added this. This and the moisture-sealing lotion work ridiculously well together; they're the most magical duo ever for curls. My braid-out turned out so perfectly, I'm still in disbelief. Plus, my hair isn't oily!! It absorbed so well. I put it on one side of my hair at a time, and its definition difference was wild. My curls haven't looked this curly in years. I also use it on my straight extensions to help my hair blend seamlessly with them, and it works perfectly. Also, it smells so freakin' good, it's ridiculous. A few weeks ago, I forgot to put on perfume. I was just running to pick up food and stop for iced coffee, but I was feeling self-conscious because I ran errands without my normal *smell good* routine. I was told by both cashiers at both stores that I smelled incredible. The first time, I brushed it off because I couldn't think of what could smell good on me. But after the second time, I gave it some thought and remembered that I put some of this oil in my hair in the morning and could still smell it two hours later, I didn't know others could smell it too. So not only did this make my curly hair look like *chef's kiss* perfection, but it also smelled like heaven. Cécred literally never disappoints. This oil is liquid gold. I'm obsessed. I stand ten toes behind this oil and literally every product I've tried from the line. These are my all-time favorite hair products, no competition. Get it from Cécred for $22+ (available in two sizes). 10. Mielle's (TikTok-famous) Rosemary Mint strengthening oil made with biotin and moisturizing oils like jojoba, rosemary, and mint that can help stimulate and nourish your scalp while also strengthening and promoting hair growth at the root. I know they said a magic flower grew Rapunzel's hair but let's be serious, it was probz this stuff. According to the Cleveland Clinic, some researchers have found rosemary oil to be as effective at encouraging hair growth as Rogaine! Read more about how biotin could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic. Promising reviews: "Legit magic in a bottle. Wish I could order this stuff by the gallon. Took a chance on this because I was desperate, having already spent so much money on luxury and drugstore products with little results. I use this as a pre-treatment on scalp and ends before I wash hair. Scalp has improved dramatically. I feel like there's not as much breakage/fallout, and my ends are fuller. (This is after like six months, but my scalp was better immediately.)" — Claire Blanchard "I hardly write this deserves to be written about!! My hair was falling out a LOT, and somehow just with the FIRST application onwards, I started seeing less fall. And now, after four months, I can see hair growth as well, and my hair is already looking thicker!! And I've been using it only once a week.. just a few drops and massaging in. Omg, how can anything be so simple and yet so effective!!! Amazing! Amazing!!! Whoever invented this... hats off!!" — Dee Get it from Amazon for $9.97. 11. Mane Club One Hit Wonder — a 10-in-1 spray that LITERALLY does it all, but won't cost you the price of 10 products. Like, you know how the witches in AHS: Coven had to pass all of the Seven Wonders tests to become the Supreme? Yeah, this stuff is the Fiona Goode of hair products. It'll detangle, take care of frizz and split ends, and provide heat protection (up to 445 degrees). The formula contains ~cannabis sativa seed oil~, which works to moisturize and hydrate without adding a bunch of weight. Mane Club is a California-based small biz that specializes in cruelty-free, vegan haircare products. Check out how one user transforms their straight hair into waves using One Hit Wonder in this TikTok! And check out our Mane Club 10-in-1 spray review for more deetz! Promising review:"I have A LOT of hair, but it's super fine, so anything 'moisturizing' makes me a grease pit all day. LOL, this stuff is magic! So lightweight, I ALWAYS get compliments when I use it. It makes me feel like I just walked out of a hair commercial. The smell is also divine. Will be my new holy grail." — Shannon Jaffee Get it from Amazon for $9.95. 12. A magenta L'Oréal hair dye that's made ~especially~ for dark hair and requires NO PRE-LIGHTENING! Yep, that's right, no need for bleach — just mix it up with some developer! If you keep debating on dying your hair, this is your sign to do it! Don't believe me? Watch this stylist dye their client's dark hair (with highlights) using this (and the red color) on TikTok! I did it y'all. I dyed my hair red. I grabbed this in magenta and some 30 Volume developer and called my cousin to tell her we were dying my hair. I was scared because neither of us are professionals and I just grew out my color damaged hair from the last time I dyed it. Nonetheless, we did a test strip, and my hair didn't fall out, so my cousin went ahead and did my whole head. We left it in for 20 minutes, and then did my roots, and left it in for an additional five minutes, watching it closely because I wanted a deep, dark burgundy. And boom, it came out perfectly. My hair is naturally a very dark brown, almost black, and this magic dye lifted my hair and colored it beautifully. I used a color sealer after rinsing to lock in the color, red does bleed, so the sealer helps with that. Oh, and don't lay on anything when your hair is wet — let it dry before getting dressed, or you will drip red onto EVERYTHING. I've been a red head since November 2024 and so far, with proper care, my hair has been doing great. If you've been thinking of going red, DO IT! I feel like a hot tamale. Get it from Amazon for $13.60 (available in two other colors). 13. I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder so you can say so long to oily, greasy strands while also adding volume and making your hair look fuller. Now you can go another day without needing to wash and your hair will still feel oh so clean. Promising reviews: "I almost want to gatekeep. By far THE best dry shampoo I've ever used — not sure how this sorcery works, but I'm obsessed!" — Robertson "I originally bought this for a month-long trip to Australia (that began with five days of camping without much time to stop by a store). I wanted something small and non-aerosol (because, travel), and hate applying powder by hand and didn't want to bring an application brush. The application sponge is great, and the powder itself is also magic. I was a DAILY hair washer most of my teenage and adult life, but now I can go an entire WEEK with this stuff (and other mindful habits like night braids). I really love it." — Bre Get it from Amazon for $12.59 (available in eight colors and in multipacks). 14. A Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer that'll cut your drying time in half and give you a blowout so good you'll probably be able to convince everyone you're a a witch. A blow-drying brush sounds like a win to me. The brush's design smooths the hair, while the round edges create volume — leaving you with bombshell hair without having to go to the salon. It also has three heat and speed settings and a cooling option. Promising review:" This is some kind of sorcery... There's no other explanation. I stopped straightening my hair (2c/3a/3b, very thick and coarse) several years ago because it was just too much trouble. I've NEVER been able to straighten with a brush and blow dryer, only with a flat iron — and it took two hours. This magical appliance did the job in 26 minutes. AND it didn't leave my hair super flat, so that I would then have to curl it. My hair has volume (even at the roots!), movement, and it's soft and shiny. I would recommend using a heat protectant, and watching a couple of YouTube videos if you're not familiar with straightening with a brush and blow dryer. But this thing is absolutely amazing and I am thrilled with the results. Unless it breaks tomorrow, it was well worth the price and I highly recommend it!" — Stephanie Cunningham Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in eight colors and three styles). Oh! Revlon also has a One-Step Styler SPECIFICALLY FOR CURLY HAIR for $27.85! Curly babes with hair from 2a – 4c are looooving this blow-dryer enough to give it 5-star ratings. 15. A Shea Moisture anti-frizz curl mousse — a super hydrating, lightweight formula that'll give you manageable, silky smooth, bouncy, voluminous hair. I know, I know, you were thiiiis close to cracking open a spell book and using a hex on your hair, but this bottle of magic is here so that you don't have to. Promising review: "This magic foam is epic! I never thought a hair product would change my life, but this one did. It's so incredibly lightweight you feel like there is nothing in your hair. I get volume and definition without any of the drawbacks of normal products." — Kat C. Get it from Amazon for $10.67. 16. Some gorgeous clip-in extensions from Luxy Hair so you can magically grow long Rapunzel hair without having to deal with Mother Gothel. So flawlessly beautiful with such incredible quality, you'll have to clear some space on your phone for all the selfies you'll take. Tap to play GIF I have these and holy crap, they're incredible. I've been wearing clip-ins for over 10 years now and can confidently say that these are the best quality I've ever used. They're thick as heck, the band is strong, and they feel so silky and luxurious it's almost unbelievable. As you can see (gif above) my hair is a dark burgundy red and they don't sell that shade so I got the chestnut brown shade and dyed them... several times. I didn't wanna pay a professional to dye them and I had a very hard time getting the extensions the exact same shade as my hair. I dyed them three times before they matched my hair (no bleach involved) and even after being dyed again and again they still feel just as gorgeous as they did when I first opened the package (witchcraft). They're top notch and they're easy to comb/brush through with very little to no shedding, unlike other brands that leave literal PILES of hair on my floor every time they're brushed. They also come with instructions for how to take proper care of them. They look beautiful once installed and they didn't get all tangled up when I wore them to a sweaty St. Patrick's Day bar crawl. They're perfection and if you're gonna spend money on clip-ins, I recommend you spend your coins on these ones. I don't think any other company's clip-ins will ever be good enough for me again. I love themmmm, I'm wearing this brand forever. Get them from Luxy Hair for $235+ (available in three lengths, 36 colors, and two thicknesses). 17. An ergonomically designed detangling brush that'll gently unravel even the toughest tangles without ripping out your hair. You hear that? Me neither, cuz you can use this for your kid and they won't be screaming in pain while you brush their hair! Witch-freakin-craft. Promising review:"ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS OOOOMMMMGGG!!! I was skeptical at first, but given the reviews, I figured I'd give it a try. I'm African American and have curly, kinky, between the realm of type 3/4, idk to be honest. All I know is that when I went to detangle my fro after a long day, this brush easily slid through. I had to double-take! I didn't have to start with a wide-tooth comb, I just dove right in. My hair is THICK! After each stroke, I kept looking at the brush like, 'What type of sorcery is this!?' And to top it off, ZERO BREAKAGE!!! Buy this brush!!!!!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 11 colors, two sizes, and in two-packs). 18. The *magical* Chi Spin N Curl in case curling your tresses is the ultimate struggle. Put your hair in this little tool and it'll do all the work! Heats your locks and it's timed to create the perfect curls and waves. Ta-daaa — incredible curls EVERY TIME. This curling tool is *ideal* for people with hair between 6 and 16 inches long. Promising reviews:"I've struggled with learning how to curl my hair for a while and disliked accidentally burning myself in the process. I saw this product featured on TikTok and I immediately rushed to Amazon to buy it. It's so simple to use once you learn how it works. There are two buttons going in different directions so you can choose which way you want to curl your hair. It takes a bit to get used to — knowing how much hair to put in the curler, but once you master that, you'll be curling your hair like a pro in no time :). I also loved that I could place the curler against my head without any worries about getting burned!" — HappyCustomer "I am 28-years-old and have never been able to curl my hair. I have literally bought every wand and curling iron there is, never been able to use one. When I have somewhere to go, I have to make a hair appointment to get my hair curled. Pathetic, I know! This thing is magic. I can curl my hair, and in less than 45 minutes too! (I have a lot of hair). Yasssss." — Kayleigh jones Get it from Amazon for $69.96+ (available in four colors and two sizes). 19. Kenra's Platinum Blow-Dry Spray that must've been conjured up in a cauldron because it can help decrease the time it takes to blow-dry your hair by 50 freakin' percent! This stuff ~also~ acts as a heat protectant and helps eliminate frizz after washing — we love a product that does many things and does 'em all well. See it in action here on TikTok! Reviewers of all hair types are loving this stuff — check out another creator with coily hair use the spray. Promising reviews:"I LOVE the smell of this! Bought it due to frizzing from coloring my hair, but really didn't believe that it shortened drying time. I mean, how can something putting moisture on your hair shorten the drying time, right? I was shocked. I don't know if it cut it down by 50%, but I did notice blow-drying my hair took quite a bit less time. I am sold on this stuff. Makes my hair feel like silk but not greasy (I was worried about it making my hair greasy), and it takes only a few sprays to get the results. I hold it about 15 inches from my head and spray the top, both sides and the back once, then rub it in with my hands. Perfect!" — Janice C. Henderson "This stuff is amazing! I read the reviews about cutting drying time down and thought I would give it a try. It smells amazing and it's like magic. I have long, thick hair that takes forever to blow dry. It literally cut my time in half or more! Love this! If you're on the fence, TRY IT!!" — C Ross Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in three sizes and in two-packs). 20. Or a Color Wow heat-activated anti-frizz treatment to apply before you blow-dry. With anti-humidity technology and moisture repellent, it works kinda like a mini keratin treatment and seriously DELIVERS some incredible results. Oh, and Chris Appleton, celebrity stylist to both Kim Kardashian and swearssss by this stuff. Promising reviews: This product is incredible — just WOW. In all my years of existence, I was never able to tame my naturally curly hair into a sleek, silky, frizz-free look, until now. l don't know what kind of magical sorcery went into making this product, but this stuff is amazing. — Lillee45 "It's not just a TikTok fad, it really works! You MUST blow-dry your hair in order for it to work, but sooo worth it. Shiny, strong hair with heat protectant! Lasts 1–2 showers without need for reapplication. No scent!" — Shay Rooney Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes and in sets). 21. A BaByliss titanium flat iron (1.25") that is TOTALLY worth the splurge. I have this, and it's my actual magic wand; like, I very much so may be a Sanderson sister. Heats up quickly and gives your hair a gorgeous shine. Fabulous salon-quality results at your fingertips. So I had been getting my hair done by the same woman for over 10 years and recently, she stopped taking appointments. I don't trust anyone else with my hair, so a few years ago when she started to slow down on appointments I started to take note of everything she used on my hair. I got the Chi products she used, but I still wasn't getting that salon lewk that I wanted. So the next time I went, I saw her flat iron — this magical lil' flat iron — and decided to look it up. After reading amazing reviews I splurged and got this and let me just say, not a single regret. I started using this and omg the shineeee, the way my hair looks and feels exactly like when my hairdresser does my hair every single time. I love this thing, it gets hot quick and gets my hair straight as a pin quickly as well. It has made a HUGE difference in how my hair looks after straightening it and I recommend it to absolutely everyone. It takes me wayyy less time to straighten my hair now because I don't have to pass over each section a billion times, only once or twice! Get it and thank me later. Get it from Amazon for $132.99+ (available in five sizes and colors). 22. Some Cécred shampoo and conditioner for anyone whose hair is practically *begging* for some extra hydration. The hyaluronic acid infused shampoo + the conditioner (which is packed with lightweight, nourishing oils) will leave your hair smooth, shiny, and easy to detangle. Plus, the conditioner only has to stay in your hair for one minute to work its magic (instead of 3–5 minutes, like most other conditioners). Wash day just got much easier and quicker. I have both of these, and they're both 100,000/10. I've had them for a while (and loved them), and I only used them when my hair was curly, but I just used this magical combo to straighten my hair for the first time, and omg omg omg. Guyssss, my hair has never ever looked/felt better. I ran out of my ol' faithful Chi shampoo and conditioner which I normally use when I'm gonna straighten my hair and in such a mid shower crisis, I thought *what the heck, let me use my Cécred products instead and just hope for the best*. I was absolutely SHOOK when I straightened my hair and it turned out bone-straight and silky. The results are, dare I say, better than my favorite reliable seven year shampoo and conditioner. The products smell incredible and my hair feels extremely clean after washing with these. Annnnd, my hair feels SO moisturized. I feel like after washing with Chi products, my hair looks and feels suuuuper dry. But with the Cécred shampoo and conditioner, my hair didn't even need moisturizer or anything, but I def added my Cécred nourishing oil to set things off, make my hair smell like literal heaven, and add a lil' extra moisture and shine. This shampoo + conditioner combo is literally the definition of perfection. They work wonders. Get the shampoo from Cécred for $16+ (available in two sizes) or Ulta for $31 and the conditioner from Cécred for $16+ (available in two sizes) or Ulta for $31. 23. SoCozy curl conditioning spray to take you *and* your kiddo's curls from ehh to ehhh-mazing without any nasty parabens, sulfates, and phthalates. Breakage, buh bye. Elasticity and bounce, helloooooo! Check out a TikTok of the SoCozy Curl Spray in action. Reviewers say this spray will leave wavy or curly hair (from 2a–4c hair) shiny, soft, and bouncy. Promising reviews: "I feel like I have tried every product on the market for detangling curly hair on my 2-year-old daughter. This is the BEST purchase and product ever!! I spray to detangle after a bath at night, and then re-spray the next morning before school after getting dressed. It reworks its magic the second time around, and she arrives home with her hair so bouncy, and the curls are so tame!!" — BK "Alright, folks, gather 'round for the comedy show starring this Leave-In Hair Detangler for Curly Hair! And just to clarify, I'm not being bribed to say this – this is an unpaid review. So picture this: my hair, usually a nest of rebellious curls, meets this detangler, and it's like they're at a peace conference. No more morning showdowns, no more tangled drama. It's like the hair angels sprinkled magic dust on my locks. I don't know what's in this stuff, but I suspect it's a mix of wizardry and unicorn tears. I mean, it makes combing through my curly jungle a breeze — a hair-raising experience in all the right ways! Now, I've tried some wild hair products in my time, but this one? It's the real deal, folks. If you've got curly chaos up top, give this detangler a spin. It'll turn your daily hair routine into a comedy show with a happy ending – no bad hair days here! 💁♀️🪄"— SKrebs Get it from Amazon for $6.71 (available in two sizes and in a two-pack). 24. A Briogeo leave-in conditioning spray that'll help you say buh-bye to that frizz! Using coconut oil and argan oil, this leave-in spray is suitable for all kinds of hair, from straight to wavy to curly. ANDDD it'll help with tangles and knots. How is that so? Glinda the Good Witch, that's how — the only explanation I can think of. Promising reviews:"My daughter and I refer to this as 'magic spray!' We love it! My daughter has coarse, thick, wavy hair. I have very thin, fine hair. It works beautifully for both of us. It leaves hair soft, shiny, manageable, and frizz-free! It does not weigh down my fine hair. It smells AMAZING too!" — ASheridan "I have lived in Florida for the past 19 years and pretty much tried every anti-frizz product on the market to no avail. I really gave up entirely until my friend recommended I try this product. WOW, it actually works. I can't believe under Florida's 90% humidity conditions my hair is not frizzy for the first time in 19 years. I no longer look like I was dragged through a rainforest. THIS PRODUCT IS A MIRACLE. Simply amazed." — The Shrike Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes). 25. A bottle of bonding glue if you are one of God's favorites and have the magic touch with frontal wigs. So if you go to an amusement park and have the fear of your wig flying off on a ride, this will ease your mind cuz that bb isn't going anywheeeere! Avoid putting the glue on your hairline/hair, because it will form a strong bond to it. You don't want to accidentally rip out your edges, so make sure your hair is protected with a wig cap! Check out this reviewer using the wig glue to lay their wig on TikTok! Promising review:"This glue worked magic on my lace front and really gave me the melt look that I was looking for in regards to my frontal looking invisible on my forehead. I've tried so many glue options, and this is the one." — Tyerra Jackson Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in two sizes and six scents). 26. A L'Oreal repairing hair treatment that'll give you shiny, silky, healthier-looking hair in just eight seconds. Eight seconds?! Where's Sabrina the teenage witch — I think this is her doing. Apply it after shampoo but before conditioner and let the amino acids target the parts of your hair that are damaged without weighing it down. Promising review:"What kind of sorcery is this?!?!?! My hair felt almost instantly softer! What...I don't I'm going to stock up to make sure I NEVER run out of this product! This is a MUST BUY!! I am so in love!" — Felicia Stephens Get it from Amazon for $10.97. 27. A pomade hair wax stick to help keep those flyaways under control because sometimes, trying to get those babies down is what takes you so long to do your hair. Reviewers also loveee using this stuff to lay down frizzies and edges when putting on their wigs! Promising reviews:"I saw this on YouTube and immediately wanted to try it. I have curly hair which I love, but sometimes I just want to put it in a ponytail and go on with my day. This is a time saver for all those little hairs that tend to stick up or don't want to stay in place. I'm not a fan of hairspray and this even smells nice. I believe it's a light coconut smell. Overall satisfied and you don't need to use much. I took it with me on vacation and it saved me time in the evening from having to deal with bad hair days." — Blanca Perez "Sculpting magic. ✨ I recently purchased this hair wax, and I'm thrilled with the results! The hold is fantastic and it provides a natural look. Definitely a game changer for styling my hair. Highly recommend!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two styles and in multipacks). 28. Or an edge control gel so you can SSSSHHHHLICK those baby hairs DOWN, honeyyyy. And reviewers are raving about how this gel lasts all day; like, their edges are NOT MOVING. Pure witchcraft, it's gotta be, because for edges to still be laid after a gym session?! I'm shook — are you shook? Promising reviews:"It's so hard looking for edge control that lasts longer than five minutes on my edges, but this stuff really works! It works so well and keeps your hairs from moving, so even if you try to adjust any of them they'll be too stiff. Even after sweating in the gym my edges barely move and if they do, they are still a bit defined. The only thing I will caution— do not use a heavy hand because it will flake if you do. Anyways, 10/10 best edge control ever!" — Keyona "This edge control is magical! It slicks my natural 4c edges like a relaxer. I apply a small bit of edge control, apply a little spritz, and I wrap my edges for a few minutes. My edges lay down so well! I apply oil to combat white residue." — Stephanie Lisett Get it from Amazon for $4.50+ (available in six sizes and in a three-pack). Oh, and I totally understand that laying your edges is not a necessity and isn't everyone's cup of tea! For more on this, check out " Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna." 29. A Cécred daily hair potion — I mean, *serum* that's designed to help bring that density back into your edges and strands, leaving you with a fuller, thicker, more luscious head of hair. How powerful is this stuff? Think Blue Ivy coming out on the Renaissance tour to perform "Power" next to Mama B. Cécred Read more about how biotin could help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "Heaven in a bottle! When I tell you, these drops are magic! I recently was sick and started losing and shedding hair badly. I cut my locs off and decided to start my Cécred journey to regrow and strengthen my hair again. I'm using the full product line, and it has transformed the look and feel, defined my curl pattern, and, most importantly, regrew my hair! Thank you for such an amazing product; I will forever stick with Cécred!" — Mychal B. Get it from Cécred or Ulta for $56. 30. A RevAir hair dryer with different tension and heat settings that'll dry, stretch, and smooth your hair while also preserving your curl pattern. Perfect for anyone who decides 30 minutes before going out that they wanna do a braid-out. This'll help dry those braids in no time! Instagram: @ Check it out on TikTok! It's no secret that I'm not a fan of styling my hair when it's curly. Braid-outs and flexi-rod sets look so cute when they turn out perfectly, but when they don't, they're a mess. I mean, you spend so much time putting products in and braiding up your hair just to wake up to the braids not being fully dry. This machine is like a fairy godmother for my braid-outs. I can literally dampen my hair, add products, braid it up, and then use this to dry them quickly *or* to finish drying the braids if I sleep in them. I've only used it for last-minute braid-outs so far, but it's been so helpful to ensure that my hair looks great in 30 minutes. Anything that speeds up the process of styling my curls is a major win in my eyes. I'm loving this machine so far. It's a lazy curly person's dream styling tool, truly. Promising review:"OMG! I haven't had it for long, but I am a total convert. I shudder to call it a blow drier because it is not. It is a bit of magic. I have looong hair and wear extensions most of the time. It can take forever to blow dry! This takes no time at all! My hair always turns out beautiful, and the style stays!!! Even though I live in humid Florida. It's expensive but worth every penny for the time you'll save and how awesome your hair will look!!!!" — Jessica Z. Get it from RevAir for $399. You, explaining to everyone how your hair magically grew 10" thanks to your new Luxy Hair clip-in extensions: Disney The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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27 Beauty Products So Good, You'd Be Crushed If They Ever Get Discontinued
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · I'm gonna *need* a lifetime supply of Laneige's lip sleeping mask if it ever goes away. 1. A Neutrogena makeup-correcting stick if any eyeliner or mascara (even waterproof!) goes where it shouldn't. This can replace using a full makeup wipe for a tiny mistake *and* majorly save you time since you don't have to start your makeup look over! Amazon, Promising review: "This is a must-have product, in my opinion. I have been using this for years. I have it on a subscription. I use it to remove my eyeliner when it gets on my skin or if I make mistakes. The price is great. This will last for several months; it just depends on how many mistakes you make. Most people are going to think you don't get much for the price, but honestly this is worth every penny. I can't go without this because I do make mistakes. I could go on and on about this product. Just buy it." — Peggy Kenworthy Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (also available in a two-pack). 2. Verb's Ghost Oil to help you tame flyaways, add a moisturizing shine, and control frizz. Just use two to three pumps on damp or dry hair to make your locks feel soft and silky! Reviewers with thin, thick, and curly hair love this! "I've been trying this out for a few months now, and this has become my new holy grail hair product!! I use this at the very end of my hair styling routine whether I'm giving myself a blowout, straightening my hair, or curling it. I use one full pump on half of my hair and one pump on the other half, and it's more than enough to eliminate any annoying flyaways or frizz without weighing my hair down like other hair oils can. I also love using this to tame my hair in between washes and revitalize any hairdos that might have gotten frizzy after sleeping on it. I'm tempted to buy another one and leave it in my travel toiletries bag because if I'm ever without this, I might cry!" — Ciera Promising review:"This stuff is amazing. My hair was very dry and the ends appeared split. I bought this stuff from a TikTok recommendation and will never go back. Super light and moisturizing." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $22 (available in two sizes and a two-pack). 3. Essence Lash Princess Mascara that'll instantly lengthen and volumize your lashes with its cone-shaped fiber brush (without annoying clumps or globs), so you'll feel like a falsies expert without overworking yourself. It's also super affordable and sweat-proof — so this may be your new go-to! BuzzFeed Editor Kayla Boyd tried this out and raves: "As someone who isn't a big fan of false lashes (the glue irritates my eyes and I'm terrible at applying them) this budget-friendly holy grail does the trick for both lengthening and volumizing my lashes. After you've given it a minute to dry, it lasts all day long and doesn't smudge or fade. It seriously gives the effect of false lashes, without the discomfort." Promising review:"After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can't stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour workday right to the gym and sweat like this stuff doesn't budge! I love it!!" — Carrie E Weikert Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in a three-pack). For more info and review pics, check out Kayla's full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review! 4. A Tower 28 daily facial spray with hypochlorous acid, an antibacterial ingredient that can also help reduce inflammation, redness, and irritation. That means after you sweat doing the 12-3-30 on the treadmill, you can spritz this on your face to help avoid breakouts! Sephora Tower 28 is a LA-based, Asian woman-owned small business that creates nontoxic, vegan, and cruelty-free beauty products for all skin types. Promising reviews:"Wow! I have dry, acne-prone skin and was recently prescribed retinol and clindamycin and got an ear piercing. My skin cleared up with the prescriptions but I started to breakout in places I never do. I purchased this to use instead of the clindamycin in the morning and my skin has been consistently good for the past two months. I use this in the morning after washing my face and then use a hydrating serum or just moisturizer and sunscreen. (I use the retinol or Good Genes at night). I haven't had maskne, my acne/bumps cleared, and I really haven't had anything to complain about. I got a new ear piercing and was aware that I would need to be careful with getting product on it and saw in the description of this product that it was ok/helpful for new piercings/helps promote healing. I am not spraying this on my ear but it does get on my ear when I generously spray my face and I haven't had any irritation. It does smell like chlorine when first sprayed but the scent dissipates fast. I love this magical spray!" — spokanecf Get it from Sephora for $12+ (available in three sizes). 5. An *eight-second* L'Oreal lamellar water rinse-out treatment designed to make your locks look smooth, shiny, and revived! This works *so* much faster than other hair treatments and is so effective that some reviewers describe it as a " miracle." Just apply it to wet hair after shampooing it, massage the product in, rinse it out, and you're done! Just check out these reviewers with thin, curly (including types 3c/4a and 4c), and color-treated hair types swearing by this stuff. And it's silicone-free! Promising review:"I don't usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn't take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one because of the alcohol consumption. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" — Theressa Hailey Get it from Amazon for $10.97. 6. Or Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Protein Treatment for damaged hair from hot styling tools or over-processing from harsh treatments like bleach. Reviewers say it helps their hair feel stronger, softer, and less tangled, with an immediate difference. One person even went as far as to say that it's "Better than Olaplex." 😱 This works on fine, straight, curly, thick, and kinky hair types (4c). Promising review:"I've been working on my hair for 6 years now, after a terrible pregnancy then a separate health issue my hair has been struggling. I finally have grown out my hair but no matter what the top of my hair is still covered in split ends. I trim, I've done everything I can to fix the damage but nothing seems to work. I saw this in a BuzzFeed article, thought, what the hell... not like it can get worse. Literally after one treatment 80% of my split ends are gone, after the second treatment it's like a miracle!!! For less than 10 bucks... this is amazing stuff!!!!" — meridith s. Get it from Amazon for $7.62. And check out our full review of the Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Protein Treatment for more deets! 7. A non-sticky NYX buttery gloss reviewers love because it's long-lasting, feels moisturizing, and has a glossy ✨shine✨. The smooth formula and high-shine finish will make you think this stuff costs $$$ — but it's actually pretty cheap! Promising review: "I like the buttery feel, and that this Butter Gloss lasts longer than other regular lip gloss and is more moisturizing than other glosses. I still use a nourishing rosehip lip oil beneath it for added moisture. I am 50 and my lips are thinner, more wrinkled, and dryer than my younger lips. Overall this provides more moisturizing and longer lasting gloss than other lip 'glosses.'" — elemental em Get it from Amazon for $4.51+ (available in 43 shades). 8. A highly pigmented waterproof eyeshadow stick that applies as a crème but stays on like a powder — say what!? The candelilla wax–infused formula is super easy to blend, either with the built-in smudger end or just your finger, for a seamless look in seconds. Promising review: "I'm 52, with crepey eyelids and they itch and water if a smidge of eye product gets in them. Powder shadow is a complete no-go! Just bought two of these and I am so happy! After years of not wearing shadow, I am back in the game! It goes on creamy exactly where you put it. The smudger works beautifully and it stayed put all day with no creasing, no watery or itchiness. Didn't use any primer, just on clean, moisturized skin Thank you! I will definitely be getting more colors!" — Tania Nicholson Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in 57 shades). 9. A Rare Beauty liquid blush reviewers say puts their powder blushes to shame, thanks to its pigmented formula and incredible finish. Plus it's buildable and blends easily, and it can last for up to 12 hours — fast-fading blush, where?? Not here. Btw, it's available in matte or radiant finishes! Sephora Promising review: "This is such a gorgeous blush! It's really pigmented so a little goes a long way. It gives the most beautiful flush but it's buildable if you want a more intense pop of color." — minnimalist Get it from Sephora for $15+ (available in 15 shades and two sizes). 10. A super affordable Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick that lasts up to 16 (!) hours, which means this will last you all day and then some. Some reviewers said it stayed on after eating, drinking, and an entire work shift with no reapplying needed! "I have worn this lipstick almost exclusively since 2019, I've rebought it several times, and the best part — it's under $10 a tube. I currently own five shades, but it comes in over 30 SHADES, so you're bound to find one that works for you. In addition to being long-lasting, it doesn't leave my lips all dry and cracked like other matte lipsticks I've tried in the past. And I've done the leg work — dozens and dozens of times; I've put this on before dinner, eaten a full meal, drunk some cocktails, and it still looks fantastic when I get back home!" — Ciera Get it from Amazon for $5.34+ (available in 44 shades). Read our full review of the Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick here. 11. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant capable of making your dry, patchy, or bumpy skin feel baby soft — even newborns would be impressed! Reviewers say this is helpful for keratosis pilaris and other skin conditions. Amazon, Read more about how to treat keratosis pilaris at home at the American Academy of Dermatology. "I've had keratosis pilaris since I was a teenager (it's especially bad on my thighs), and after trying dozens of products to treat it with no luck, this magical product is the only thing that's truly worked for me. I usually use this once a week for maintenance, but if I notice a flare-ups and I get have drier, rougher, bumpier skin, I use this twice a week, and any flare-ups disappear within the week. I scrub it over my thighs and then actually let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off. I have notorious sensitive skin, and I've never had an issue with this before. It's truly the best product out there for any fellow KP sufferers out there!" — Ciera Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and Instagram. I decided to try it and it really works. I used it on my thighs and upper arms. I noticed a difference the first time and even more the second time!!! Fabulous product. Worth every penny." — Lana Get a tube from Amazon for $10+ (also available in three sizes). 12. A sweatproof One Size blurring setting powder to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and blur pores. You'll get up to 24-hour shine control, so you can literally wear this for a full day and still have flawless makeup. Plus, you won't get any flashback if you want to take a mirror selfie at work! Sephora One/Size is a queer, Filipino-owned business founded by makeup guru Patrick Starr to ensure that makeup is really one size fits all, as it should be. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jordan Grigsby loves this stuff! Here's what she has to say about it:"My skin is oily oily (gotta say it twice for emphasis) and I have spent my entire teen/adult life looking for products that'll make me matte and KEEP me matte. I've tried so many setting powders and literally none can compete with this one. This powder is a serious bad B. I mean, pores? Nonexistent. Oily shiny face? Not up in here. I'm gagged every time. Just call me a walking IG filter, 'kay, it's that good. Patrick, I could kiss you for this freakin' powder. *OH!* and BTW I am a brown-skinned woman and the translucent shade works perfect for me. No cakey, weird, suuuper light powder, no flashback, nothing. Looks just like my skin!!" Promising review: "Literally, what's in this powder? Beauty spells? I have normal to dry skin but tend to grease up pretty easy when I use dewy foundations. I used this for the first time today and fell absolutely in love! I usually don't care too much for high end powders or powders at all but this one for me is top tier. It didn't necessarily dry out my skin but it stopped it from becoming greasy and it kept my makeup looking the same as when I applied it for hours. I definitely will be repurchasing, I've never been more in love with a setting powder!" — Kamoni Get it from Sephora for $18+ (available in 11 finishes and two sizes). 13. One Hit Wonder 10-in-1 leave-in spray with 10 (!) benefits — it detangles, prevents breakage, controls frizz, and provides heat protection up to 445°F. Make sure to shake it well and spray generously to feel ~all~ the effects. To use, spray through damp or dry hair and comb through. Mane Club is a small business based in California that specializes in vegan and cruelty-free hair products. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this leave-in spray:"I have a very thick head of naturally curly hair and have put it through just about everything, including all kinds of hot tools, at-home dye kits, the gamut of shampoo and conditioner types, basically every dry shampoo and hair oil in existence, and just about anything else to try for a story for you dear readers. Lots of products have either straight-up failed, been meh enough for me to not recommend, or fantastic but so costly that I feel guilty recommending them. Basically, a lot of stuff ends up in the trash or pawned off on my (grateful) friends when it isn't a fit for me. But THIS STUFF. This stuff has become my go-to for spraying on my wet hair and then blow-drying. Normally I'd apply a heat protector and an oil treatment or leave-in conditioner before blow drying. But this 10-in-1 treatment takes the cake! Most of the time when I use it, I don't even need to finish off my hair with hair oil (I've been doing that as an essential hair step for years now). It's really that good! Here, I have freshly blow dried hair with just this post-shower using this Amika blow-dryer brush. This brush is fantastic on its own but this spray-on treatment has more or less doubled this brush's effectiveness. My hair comes out feeling softer, looking shinier and healthier, and stays looking good for days — which is especially great news because I wash my hair about every four days. 'Tis time for me to unload a bunch of hair products I now no longer need to my friends." Get it from Amazon for $9.95. 14. A non-comedogenic K-beauty serum with 97.5% snail mucin that helps brighten dark spots, hydrate your skin, and leave you looking ✨glowy✨. Even if snail mucin makes you think "ew," one reviewer describes it as the " real deal." Promising review: "I'm 55 years old and my skin is a bit sensitive. I don't have a lot of wrinkles, but I'm definitely noticing a few more laugh lines and forehead crinkles than I had a few years ago! I've tried several moisturizers and have not been terribly impressed with any of them until now. This stuff really is great — incredibly hydrating without feeling greasy and it absorbs quickly. It feels great on my skin. In just a few short weeks, I definitely notice an improvement in my skin tone and fewer lines and wrinkles! Plus, the customer service is great. I had questions when I first received the product and got followup response immediately. I will definitely be ordering this product again. I use it in the evening and morning; no need for two different moisturizers. Very pleased!" — sbakey Get it from Amazon for $20. 15. A Laneige lip sleeping mask that'll make dry, flaky lips feel so smooth, luscious, and nourished, you'll notice a difference after just one use! Just slather on the murumuru seed and shea butter formulation nightly — and hey, you may want to use it during the day, too, because it leaves a beautiful, glossy shine. Amazon Here's what BuzzFeed Editor Daniel Boan has to say about this lip mask that he's tried (and loved!):"At first I was hesitant to spend over $20 for a lip mask, but now I am NEVER without a jar of this magical moisturizing miracle. I have chronically dry lips, especially in the winter, and this basically transforms them overnight. Any flakiness I have on my lips is completely gone by the time I wake up in the morning — it's seriously magic. And can we talk about the scents?! The original Berry flavor is perfect if you like sweet, bubblegum, cotton candy-esque scents, but my personal favorite is the Vanilla, which is slightly more subtle but still smells like a delicious bowl of vanilla ice cream." Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in 10 scents). 16. An Ilia multi-stick you can easily layer on top of your makeup and build the perfect amount of color on your lips, cheeks, or eyelids — or all three if you want a monochrome look. This creamy formula can also be used on the go, so if you need a quick little touch-up, just twist the product up and use it! Promising review: " Instantly added to my purse! I've always heard good things about Ilia, and the multi-stick cream blush and lip tint did not disappoint! After warming it up on my wrist, the multi-stick went on creamy and smooth on my lips and cheeks. The coverage was buildable and hydrating to my lips. I set the cream blush with powder blush and had no issues with it over my foundation. I also tried the multi-stick on my bare face and it provides a dewy flush. Again, easily buildable coverage,e and I used my fingers to blend out." — V Get it from Amazon for $36 (available in 12 shades) or Ilia for $36 (available in 12 shades). 17. Bread Beauty Supply Elastic Bounce Cream so you can enjoy some bouncy and luscious curls that *hold* their volume. Its reparative formula also helps with breakage, split ends, and damaged hair, so you can nourish and style your locks — all with one product! Sephora Bread Beauty Supply is a Black woman–owned small business. And they cater for curl types 3a to 4c. Promising review:"This curl cream is really it. I have tried different ones before but I feel like this one leaves my hair bouncy and moisturized. I really like the smell, too — it's so sweet, makes me want to eat it hehe. I like that a little goes a long way and the packaging is really great size so it would last a long time." — Sephora Customer Get it from Sephora for $16+ (available in two sizes) . 18. A Elta MD sunscreen reviewers say is lightweight, non-greasy, and great for daily use. This is perfect for anyone with sensitive skin because the formula is super gentle and non-comedogenic — meaning it won't clog pores. Btw it's the most recommended SPF by dermatologists! Promising review: "My dermatologist recommended this because I am starting a treatment that severely increases sun sensitivity. Chemical sunscreen usually gives me hives and he wanted something that I would actually wear. The formula is light, non-greasy, and works well. I also had no reactions or issues with the sun! I actually lost the first bottle somehow after about a week and immediately repurchased it despite the price. I'm that happy with it." — JackieOfAllTrades Get it from Amazon for $23+ (available in two sizes and a two-pack). 19. The Flick Stick's winged eyeliner stamp so you can get the perfect cat eye without the fuss of keeping a constant steady hand. Save yourself the time that it takes to freehand a flawless wing and stamp on this waterproof liner instead. One side of the pen is the winged stamp, and the other is just a normal eyeliner. Promising review:"Let me start by saying this isn't my first cat-eye rodeo. I've tried the taping method, normal liquid liner, plastic winged stamping devices, stencils, all of it! Well, this gem arrived and I immediately had to try it out, all while laughing at how terrible this would probably turn to my surprise I put the left cat-eye on first and it was perfect. I thought this was a fluke and did the right it came out clean and perfect! I HAVE NEVER IN MY LIFE BEEN ABLE TO DO A CAT-EYE IN UNDER 10 MINUTES, LET ALONE THE TWO MINUTES THIS TOOK TO DO! There were no sloppy streaks that I had to touch up or anything you would expect. Just a clean crisp line. I can now do a cat-eye EVERY day and look/feel like a badass. Everyone can think I spend hours doing my makeup in the morning." — LadyMeow Get a set of two (one for each eye) from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three styles and a three-pack). 20. A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo for damaged, thinning hair because the biotin-rich formula can *seriously* help stimulate hair growth. Over 1K reviewers gave a 5-star review, noting how they got results from this — just make sure to use this consistently! Talk to your doctor before using this product if you're experiencing hair loss. Read more about biotin shampoo and hair at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:"I love this shampoo! I had gastric sleeve surgery and my hair was very, very thin. I started taking biotin and switched to biotin shampoo as recommended by my doctor. It doesn't make your hair grow by washing it but it makes your hair and roots stronger. And it worked. After using the whole bottle, my hair was stronger. I had a lot of new growth that was sticking around (the previous new growth fell out early on) and my hair was getting thicker. Eight months later, my hair is back to normal. It's longer and thicker than ever. I still use it twice a week and love it! I'm not crazy about the way it smells but others love it when they smell my hair." — Diane J. Huff Get it from Amazon for $13.95. 21. A prescription-strength Differin gel to fight, treat, and prevent future breakouts with consistent use. It can normalize skin cell turnover, restore skin texture, and get rid of those inflamed, clogged pores that sweat, dirt, and oily skin can cause. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown has tried this out on her own skin! Here are her takeaways: " 1. One pea-sized application per day is all it takes 2. It's just as effective over moisturizer as it would be if you applied it directly to your skin. 3. Apply it at night, and you MUST wear sunscreen every day when you use this!" You can read her full review in this post " 11 Products We Use, Love, And Swear By So Much, We Had To Share Them With You" at #6. Promising review: "This product is a MAGIC ERASER on acne. This is the only product that works on my acne. It dried up my hormonal acne within one night! So I have mild hormonal acne due to menstrual cycle but after using this gel every night and following the directions in the package, it has really helped me get rid of acne and dark spots. This product did not break me out in initial use or even later. This one tube lasted me for a couple months and a few days over. I love the results and I will buy another tube if my acne acts up again but for now I have clean and clear skin." — Karthick R. Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in two styles and five sizes). 22. A lip-plumping gloss set with a ginger plumper to give the appearance of fuller lips during the day and a mint moisturizing mask for nighttime use. Reviewers say the plumper " delivers on its promise" and gives a spicy-tingling sensation but isn't overwhelming. You'll get one lip plumper and one minty sleeping mask for your lips. Promising reviews: "I loved this stuff, it was magic. The evening moisturizer was fabulous. It is the first plumper that actually works for me. Will be buying more for gifts!!!!!" — Alexandra "I discovered this product from TikTok and I had to give it a try. I tried the day lip plumper and within a few seconds, there was a subtle tingling/burning that lasted for a few minutes but as it occurred, the plumping started to happen! It made a noticeable difference and made my lips look like I had filler! I'm obsessed!! — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.98. 23. An affordable Physician's Formula powder highlight that blends easily, thanks to how smooth and creamy the buttery formula is. It leaves a beautiful glimmering powder finish that'll last you all dang day! Promising review: "This highlighter is amazing! It is soft, works like magic, and very budget-friendly! You can tell the quality of the product by the texture and smoothness, and the ease with which it glides onto the skin! I'm a fan!" — Shweta S. Get it from Amazon for $9.48+ (available in two colors). 24. A pack of 20 24-karat gold under-eye masks with collagen, hyaluronic acid, and snail mucin to help reduce the appearance of dark circles and deeply moisturize your skin. You'll easily fool people that you got a full night's rest even if you didn't after using these. Pro-tip: Slide these on after storing them in the fridge so you get an ~extra~ cooling effect that can also help depuff your under-eyes. Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. When I bought them I was a little bit skeptical because I had never tried eye patches before and I was not sure if they would actually work. After my initial use I was blown away. Left my under-eyes feeling super smooth and visibly less puffy. I had to get my mom to try these with me! She's 48-years-old and these did magic on her eyes too! Made us both feel very relaxed and we could even move around in them. Will be buying another box once I run out of the 20 packs this box provides, another pro!" — Adriana G. Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two styles and pack sizes). 25. A Chi Thermal Care kit that includes shampoo, conditioner, and heat protectant. These three products will make your hair feel silky-smooth, moisturized, and less frizzy — especially *after* styling with your hair dryer, flatiron, or hot hair brushes. Just wash out the shampoo like normal, let the conditioner sit for 2-5 minutes before rinsing out, and apply a small amount of the Silk Infusion while your hair is still damp before styling with your hot tools. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jordan Grigsby has tried it and loved it (evidence above!) Here's her review:"You see that shine? That volume? That bounce? Babyyyy my hair is FLAWLESS. Witchcraft, right? Oh, and if you could feel it?! HONEYYYY, so, so soft and silky. It is seriously bone-straight and looks and feels soooo healthy! And, my hair is NATURAL (other than the obvious blue dye); I haven't used relaxers or keratin treatments in over 10 years. Now, I am by no means a hairstylist, and nothing tops their magical hands, but sweetieeeee, these products blow my mind. This trio does what needs to be done, and like, I did it — I delivered these results. Nothing has ever made my hair look like this unless a stylist was styling my hair. And when I step out of my house, you cannot tell me I'm not the most fabulous person in the world — I'm literally Beyoncé. My hair flows and bounces as if I have a personal fan in front of me, and I CANNOT keep my hands out of my hair. The shampoo and conditioner help get ALLLL the product buildup out of my hair and leave my hair feeling squeaky clean. Then, I add my serum (before blow-drying and again before straightening), and BAM — I'm flawless. The combo of all three is just *chefs kiss*, and they help protect my hair from heat damage. If you want a magic wand to set everything off, invest in the Babyliss straightener! My hairdresser uses it so I grabbed one too and now I always look like I just stepped out of the salon." Get it from Amazon for $38.55. 26. A Color Wow heat-activated anti-frizz treatment if humidity is in the forecast, but you still want a super glossy and smooth hairstyle. One reviewer described it as "the holy grail for frizzy hair" because it's *so* effective. Just spray it once into your hair every three shampoos to get the best results! It works on straight, wavy, or curly hair types. Plus, it comes in an Extra Strength version for extremely dry, dehydrated hair *and* a Curly Hair version for wavy or curly hair so you can get lightweight, crunch-free curls. Promising review:"This product is incredible — just WOW. In all my years of existence, I was never able to tame my naturally curly hair into a sleek, silky, frizz-free look, until now. I l don't know what kind of magical sorcery went into making this product, but this stuff is amazing." — Lillee45 Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes). 27. Ecoslay's Orange Marmalade, a plant-based gel with flaxseed, aloe vera, and sweet orange essential oil to help hydrate hair, provide long-lasting, frizz-free curl definition and shine, soothe irritated scalps, *and* make your hair smell ah-mazing! Ecoslay Ecoslay is a Black-owned business that uses sustainable ingredients that are good for your hair. Promising review:"I've been using OM for two years now. Nothing, and I mean nothing, is as magical as this lovely concoction is for my coarse, 2c–3a hair. The soft, frizz-free hold that I'm able to achieve with this product is truly amazing and it lasts 4–5 days. People are constantly asking me what products I use and I recommend Orange Marmalade every time. Please never stop making it!" — Jordan Get it from Ecoslay for $14+ (available in four styles). How long will you want these products, you ask?
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24 Beauty Products So Good, You'd Be Crushed If They Ever Get Discontinued
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · I'm gonna *need* a lifetime supply of Laneige's lip sleeping mask if it ever goes away. 1. A Neutrogena makeup-correcting stick if any eyeliner or mascara (even waterproof!) goes where it shouldn't. This can replace using a full makeup wipe for a tiny mistake *and* majorly save you time since you don't have to start your makeup look over! Amazon, Promising review: "This is a must-have product, in my opinion. I have been using this for years. I have it on a subscription. I use it to remove my eyeliner when it gets on my skin or if I make mistakes. The price is great. This will last for several months; it just depends on how many mistakes you make. Most people are going to think you don't get much for the price, but honestly this is worth every penny. I can't go without this because I do make mistakes. I could go on and on about this product. Just buy it." — Peggy Kenworthy Get it from Amazon for $11.92. 2. Verb's Ghost Oil to help you tame flyaways, add a moisturizing shine, and control frizz. Just use two to three pumps on damp or dry hair to make your locks feel soft and silky! Reviewers with thin, thick, and curly hair love this! "I've been trying this out for a few months now, and this has become my new holy grail hair product!! I use this at the very end of my hair styling routine whether I'm giving myself a blowout, straightening my hair, or curling it. I use one full pump on half of my hair and one pump on the other half, and it's more than enough to eliminate any annoying flyaways or frizz without weighing my hair down like other hair oils can. I also love using this to tame my hair in between washes and revitalize any hairdos that might have gotten frizzy after sleeping on it. I'm tempted to buy another one and leave it in my travel toiletries bag because if I'm ever without this, I might cry!" — Ciera Promising review:"This stuff is amazing. My hair was very dry and the ends appeared split. I bought this stuff from a TikTok recommendation and will never go back. Super light and moisturizing." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in two sizes and a two-pack). 3. Essence Lash Princess Mascara that'll instantly lengthen and volumize your lashes with its cone-shaped fiber brush (without annoying clumps or globs), so you'll feel like a falsies expert without overworking yourself. It's also super affordable and sweat-proof — so this may be your new go-to! BuzzFeed Editor Kayla Boyd tried this out and raves: "As someone who isn't a big fan of false lashes (the glue irritates my eyes and I'm terrible at applying them) this budget-friendly holy grail does the trick for both lengthening and volumizing my lashes. After you've given it a minute to dry, it lasts all day long and doesn't smudge or fade. It seriously gives the effect of false lashes, without the discomfort." Promising review:"After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can't stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour workday right to the gym and sweat like this stuff doesn't budge! I love it!!" — Carrie E Weikert Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in a three-pack). For more info and review pics, check out Kayla's full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review! 4. A Tower 28 daily facial spray with hypochlorous acid, an antibacterial ingredient that can also help reduce inflammation, redness, and irritation. That means after you sweat doing the 12-3-30 on the treadmill, you can spritz this on your face to help avoid breakouts! Sephora Tower 28 is a LA-based, Asian woman-owned small business that creates nontoxic, vegan, and cruelty-free beauty products for all skin types. Promising reviews:"Wow! I have dry, acne-prone skin and was recently prescribed retinol and clindamycin and got an ear piercing. My skin cleared up with the prescriptions but I started to breakout in places I never do. I purchased this to use instead of the clindamycin in the morning and my skin has been consistently good for the past two months. I use this in the morning after washing my face and then use a hydrating serum or just moisturizer and sunscreen. (I use the retinol or Good Genes at night). I haven't had maskne, my acne/bumps cleared, and I really haven't had anything to complain about. I got a new ear piercing and was aware that I would need to be careful with getting product on it and saw in the description of this product that it was ok/helpful for new piercings/helps promote healing. I am not spraying this on my ear but it does get on my ear when I generously spray my face and I haven't had any irritation. It does smell like chlorine when first sprayed but the scent dissipates fast. I love this magical spray!" — spokanecf Get it from Sephora for $28. 5. An *eight-second* L'Oreal lamellar water rinse-out treatment designed to make your locks look smooth, shiny, and revived! This works *so* much faster than other hair treatments and is so effective that some reviewers describe it as a " miracle." Just apply it to wet hair after shampooing it, massage the product in, rinse it out, and you're done! Just check out these reviewers with thin, curly (including types 3c/4a and 4c), and color-treated hair types swearing by this stuff. And it's silicone-free! Promising review:"I don't usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn't take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one because of the alcohol consumption. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen. Thank you so much!! ♥️" — Theressa Hailey Get it from Amazon for $10.79. 6. A non-sticky NYX buttery gloss reviewers love because it's long-lasting, feels moisturizing, and has a glossy ✨shine✨. The smooth formula and high-shine finish will make you think this stuff costs $$$ — but it's actually pretty cheap! Promising review: "I like the buttery feel, and that this Butter Gloss lasts longer than other regular lip gloss and is more moisturizing than other glosses. I still use a nourishing rosehip lip oil beneath it for added moisture. I am 50 and my lips are thinner, more wrinkled, and dryer than my younger lips. Overall this provides more moisturizing and longer lasting gloss than other lip 'glosses.'" — elemental em Get it from Amazon for $5.77 (available in 43 shades). 7. A highly pigmented waterproof eyeshadow stick that applies as a crème but stays on like a powder — say what!? The candelilla wax–infused formula is super easy to blend, either with the built-in smudger end or just your finger, for a seamless look in seconds. Promising review: "I'm 52, with crepey eyelids and they itch and water if a smidge of eye product gets in them. Powder shadow is a complete no-go! Just bought two of these and I am so happy! After years of not wearing shadow, I am back in the game! It goes on creamy exactly where you put it. The smudger works beautifully and it stayed put all day with no creasing, no watery or itchiness. Didn't use any primer, just on clean, moisturized skin Thank you! I will definitely be getting more colors!" — Tania Nicholson Get it from Amazon for $16 (available in 58 shades). 8. A Rare Beauty liquid blush reviewers say puts their powder blushes to shame, thanks to its pigmented formula and incredible finish. Plus it's buildable and blends easily, and it can last for up to 12 hours — fast-fading blush, where?? Not here. Btw, it's available in matte or radiant finishes! Sephora Promising review: "This is such a gorgeous blush! It's really pigmented so a little goes a long way. It gives the most beautiful flush but it's buildable if you want a more intense pop of color." — minnimalist Get it from Sephora for $25 (available in nine radiant finish shades and four matte finish shades). 9. A super affordable Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick that lasts up to 16 (!) hours, which means this will last you all day and then some. Some reviewers said it stayed on after eating, drinking, and an entire work shift with no reapplying needed! "I have worn this lipstick almost exclusively since 2019, I've rebought it several times, and the best part — it's under $10 a tube. I currently own five shades, but it comes in over 30 SHADES, so you're bound to find one that works for you. In addition to being long-lasting, it doesn't leave my lips all dry and cracked like other matte lipsticks I've tried in the past. And I've done the leg work — dozens and dozens of times; I've put this on before dinner, eaten a full meal, drunk some cocktails, and it still looks fantastic when I get back home!" — Ciera Get it from Amazon for $7.98+ (available in 43 shades). 10. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant capable of making your dry, patchy, or bumpy skin feel baby soft — even newborns would be impressed! Reviewers say this is helpful for keratosis pilaris and other skin conditions. Amazon, Read more about how to treat keratosis pilaris at home at the American Academy of Dermatology. "I've had keratosis pilaris since I was a teenager (it's especially bad on my thighs), and after trying dozens of products to treat it with no luck, this magical product is the only thing that's truly worked for me. I usually use this once a week for maintenance, but if I notice a flare-ups and I get have drier, rougher, bumpier skin, I use this twice a week, and any flare-ups disappear within the week. I scrub it over my thighs and then actually let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off. I have notorious sensitive skin, and I've never had an issue with this before. It's truly the best product out there for any fellow KP sufferers out there!" — Ciera Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and Instagram. I decided to try it and it really works. I used it on my thighs and upper arms. I noticed a difference the first time and even more the second time!!! Fabulous product. Worth every penny." — Lana Get an 8-ounce tube from Amazon for $30 (also available in one larger and two smaller sizes). 11. A sweatproof One Size blurring setting powder to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and blur pores. You'll get up to 24-hour shine control, so you can literally wear this for a full day and still have flawless makeup. Plus, you won't get any flashback if you want to take a mirror selfie at work! Sephora One/Size is a queer, Filipino-owned business founded by makeup guru Patrick Starr to ensure that makeup is really one size fits all, as it should be. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jordan Grigsby loves this stuff! Here's what she has to say about it:"My skin is oily oily (gotta say it twice for emphasis) and I have spent my entire teen/adult life looking for products that'll make me matte and KEEP me matte. I've tried so many setting powders and literally none can compete with this one. This powder is a serious bad B. I mean, pores? Nonexistent. Oily shiny face? Not up in here. I'm gagged every time. Just call me a walking IG filter, 'kay, it's that good. Patrick, I could kiss you for this freakin' powder. *OH!* and BTW I am a brown-skinned woman and the translucent shade works perfect for me. No cakey, weird, suuuper light powder, no flashback, nothing. Looks just like my skin!!" Promising review: "Literally, what's in this powder? Beauty spells? I have normal to dry skin but tend to grease up pretty easy when I use dewy foundations. I used this for the first time today and fell absolutely in love! I usually don't care too much for high end powders or powders at all but this one for me is top tier. It didn't necessarily dry out my skin but it stopped it from becoming greasy and it kept my makeup looking the same as when I applied it for hours. I definitely will be repurchasing, I've never been more in love with a setting powder!" — Kamoni Get it from Sephora for $18+ (available in two finishes and seven sizes). 12. One Hit Wonder 10-in-1 leave-in spray with 10 (!) benefits — it detangles, prevents breakage, controls frizz, and provides heat protection up to 445°F. Make sure to shake it well and spray generously to feel ~all~ the effects. To use, spray through damp or dry hair and comb through. Mane Club is a small business based in California that specializes in vegan and cruelty-free hair products. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this leave-in spray:"I have a very thick head of naturally curly hair and have put it through just about everything, including all kinds of hot tools, at-home dye kits, the gamut of shampoo and conditioner types, basically every dry shampoo and hair oil in existence, and just about anything else to try for a story for you dear readers. Lots of products have either straight-up failed, been meh enough for me to not recommend, or fantastic but so costly that I feel guilty recommending them. Basically, a lot of stuff ends up in the trash or pawned off on my (grateful) friends when it isn't a fit for me. But THIS STUFF. This stuff has become my go-to for spraying on my wet hair and then blow-drying. Normally I'd apply a heat protector and an oil treatment or leave-in conditioner before blow drying. But this 10-in-1 treatment takes the cake! Most of the time when I use it, I don't even need to finish off my hair with hair oil (I've been doing that as an essential hair step for years now). It's really that good! Here, I have freshly blow dried hair with just this post-shower using this Amika blow-dryer brush. This brush is fantastic on its own but this spray-on treatment has more or less doubled this brush's effectiveness. My hair comes out feeling softer, looking shinier and healthier, and stays looking good for days — which is especially great news because I wash my hair about every four days. 'Tis time for me to unload a bunch of hair products I now no longer need to my friends." Get it from Amazon for $9.95. 13. A non-comedogenic K-beauty serum with 97.5% snail mucin that helps brighten dark spots, hydrate your skin, and leave you looking ✨glowy✨. Even if snail mucin makes you think "ew," one reviewer describes it as the " real deal." Promising review: "I'm 55 years old and my skin is a bit sensitive. I don't have a lot of wrinkles, but I'm definitely noticing a few more laugh lines and forehead crinkles than I had a few years ago! I've tried several moisturizers and have not been terribly impressed with any of them until now. This stuff really is great — incredibly hydrating without feeling greasy and it absorbs quickly. It feels great on my skin. In just a few short weeks, I definitely notice an improvement in my skin tone and fewer lines and wrinkles! Plus, the customer service is great. I had questions when I first received the product and got followup response immediately. I will definitely be ordering this product again. I use it in the evening and morning; no need for two different moisturizers. Very pleased!" — sbakey Get it from Amazon for $20. 14. A Laneige lip sleeping mask that'll make dry, flaky lips feel so smooth, luscious, and nourished, you'll notice a difference after just one use! Just slather on the murumuru seed and shea butter formulation nightly — and hey, you may want to use it during the day, too, because it leaves a beautiful, glossy shine. Amazon Here's what BuzzFeed Editor Daniel Boan has to say about this lip mask that he's tried (and loved!):"At first I was hesitant to spend over $20 for a lip mask, but now I am NEVER without a jar of this magical moisturizing miracle. I have chronically dry lips, especially in the winter, and this basically transforms them overnight. Any flakiness I have on my lips is completely gone by the time I wake up in the morning — it's seriously magic. And can we talk about the scents?! The original Berry flavor is perfect if you like sweet, bubblegum, cotton candy-esque scents, but my personal favorite is the Vanilla, which is slightly more subtle but still smells like a delicious bowl of vanilla ice cream." Get it from Amazon for $24 (available in 10 scents). 15. An Ilia multi-stick you can easily layer on top of your makeup and build the perfect amount of color on your lips, cheeks, or eyelids — or all three if you want a monochrome look. This creamy formula can also be used on the go, so if you need a quick little touch-up, just twist the product up and use it! Promising review: " Instantly added to my purse! I've always heard good things about Ilia, and the multi-stick cream blush and lip tint did not disappoint! After warming it up on my wrist, the multi-stick went on creamy and smooth on my lips and cheeks. The coverage was buildable and hydrating to my lips. I set the cream blush with powder blush and had no issues with it over my foundation. I also tried the multi-stick on my bare face and it provides a dewy flush. Again, easily buildable coverage,e and I used my fingers to blend out." — V Get it from Amazon for $36 (available in 12 shades) or Ilia for $36 (available in 12 shades). 16. A Elta MD sunscreen reviewers say is lightweight, non-greasy, and great for daily use. This is perfect for anyone with sensitive skin because the formula is super gentle and non-comedogenic — meaning it won't clog pores. Btw it's the most recommended SPF by dermatologists! Promising review: "My dermatologist recommended this because I am starting a treatment that severely increases sun sensitivity. Chemical sunscreen usually gives me hives and he wanted something that I would actually wear. The formula is light, non-greasy, and works well. I also had no reactions or issues with the sun! I actually lost the first bottle somehow after about a week and immediately repurchased it despite the price. I'm that happy with it." — JackieOfAllTrades Get it from Amazon for $44 (available in two sizes and a two-pack). 17. The Flick Stick's winged eyeliner stamp so you can get the perfect cat eye without the fuss of keeping a constant steady hand. Save yourself the time that it takes to freehand a flawless wing and stamp on this waterproof liner instead. One side of the pen is the winged stamp, and the other is just a normal eyeliner. Promising review:"Let me start by saying this isn't my first cat-eye rodeo. I've tried the taping method, normal liquid liner, plastic winged stamping devices, stencils, all of it! Well, this gem arrived and I immediately had to try it out, all while laughing at how terrible this would probably turn to my surprise I put the left cat-eye on first and it was perfect. I thought this was a fluke and did the right it came out clean and perfect! I HAVE NEVER IN MY LIFE BEEN ABLE TO DO A CAT-EYE IN UNDER 10 MINUTES, LET ALONE THE TWO MINUTES THIS TOOK TO DO! There were no sloppy streaks that I had to touch up or anything you would expect. Just a clean crisp line. I can now do a cat-eye EVERY day and look/feel like a badass. Everyone can think I spend hours doing my makeup in the morning." — LadyMeow Get a set of two (one for each eye) from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three styles and a three-pack). 18. A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo for damaged, thinning hair because the biotin-rich formula can *seriously* help stimulate hair growth. Over 1K reviewers gave a 5-star review, noting how they got results from this — just make sure to use this consistently! Talk to your doctor before using this product if you're experiencing hair loss. Read more about biotin shampoo and hair at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:"I love this shampoo! I had gastric sleeve surgery and my hair was very, very thin. I started taking biotin and switched to biotin shampoo as recommended by my doctor. It doesn't make your hair grow by washing it but it makes your hair and roots stronger. And it worked. After using the whole bottle, my hair was stronger. I had a lot of new growth that was sticking around (the previous new growth fell out early on) and my hair was getting thicker. Eight months later, my hair is back to normal. It's longer and thicker than ever. I still use it twice a week and love it! I'm not crazy about the way it smells but others love it when they smell my hair." — Diane J. Huff Get it from Amazon for $9.45. 19. A prescription-strength Differin gel to fight, treat, and prevent future breakouts with consistent use. It can normalize skin cell turnover, restore skin texture, and get rid of those inflamed, clogged pores that sweat, dirt, and oily skin can cause. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown has tried this out on her own skin! Here are her takeaways: " 1. One pea-sized application per day is all it takes 2. It's just as effective over moisturizer as it would be if you applied it directly to your skin. 3. Apply it at night, and you MUST wear sunscreen every day when you use this!" You can read her full review in this post " 11 Products We Use, Love, And Swear By So Much, We Had To Share Them With You" at #6. Promising review: "This product is a MAGIC ERASER on acne. This is the only product that works on my acne. It dried up my hormonal acne within one night! So I have mild hormonal acne due to menstrual cycle but after using this gel every night and following the directions in the package, it has really helped me get rid of acne and dark spots. This product did not break me out in initial use or even later. This one tube lasted me for a couple months and a few days over. I love the results and I will buy another tube if my acne acts up again but for now I have clean and clear skin." — Karthick R. Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two styles and five sizes). 20. A lip-plumping gloss set with a ginger plumper to give the appearance of fuller lips during the day and a mint moisturizing mask for nighttime use. Reviewers say the plumper " delivers on its promise" and gives a spicy-tingling sensation but isn't overwhelming. You'll get one lip plumper and one minty sleeping mask for your lips. Promising reviews: "I loved this stuff, it was magic. The evening moisturizer was fabulous. It is the first plumper that actually works for me. Will be buying more for gifts!!!!!" — Alexandra "I discovered this product from TikTok and I had to give it a try. I tried the day lip plumper and within a few seconds, there was a subtle tingling/burning that lasted for a few minutes but as it occurred, the plumping started to happen! It made a noticeable difference and made my lips look like I had filler! I'm obsessed!! — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.98. 21. An affordable Physician's Formula powder highlight that blends easily, thanks to how smooth and creamy the buttery formula is. It leaves a beautiful glimmering powder finish that'll last you all dang day! Promising review: "This highlighter is amazing! It is soft, works like magic, and very budget-friendly! You can tell the quality of the product by the texture and smoothness, and the ease with which it glides onto the skin! I'm a fan!" — Shweta S. Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in three colors). 22. A pack of 20 24-karat gold under-eye masks with collagen, hyaluronic acid, and snail mucin to help reduce the appearance of dark circles and deeply moisturize your skin. You'll easily fool people that you got a full night's rest even if you didn't after using these. Pro-tip: Slide these on after storing them in the fridge so you get an ~extra~ cooling effect that can also help depuff your under-eyes. Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. When I bought them I was a little bit skeptical because I had never tried eye patches before and I was not sure if they would actually work. After my initial use I was blown away. Left my under-eyes feeling super smooth and visibly less puffy. I had to get my mom to try these with me! She's 48-years-old and these did magic on her eyes too! Made us both feel very relaxed and we could even move around in them. Will be buying another box once I run out of the 20 packs this box provides, another pro!" — Adriana G. Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.95. 23. A Chi Thermal Care kit that includes shampoo, conditioner, and heat protectant. These three products will make your hair feel silky-smooth, moisturized, and less frizzy — especially *after* styling with your hair dryer, flatiron, or hot hair brushes. Just wash out the shampoo like normal, let the conditioner sit for 2-5 minutes before rinsing out, and apply a small amount of the Silk Infusion while your hair is still damp before styling with your hot tools. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jordan Grigsby has tried it and loved it (evidence above!) Here's her review:"You see that shine? That volume? That bounce? Babyyyy my hair is FLAWLESS. Witchcraft, right? Oh, and if you could feel it?! HONEYYYY, so, so soft and silky. It is seriously bone-straight and looks and feels soooo healthy! And, my hair is NATURAL (other than the obvious blue dye); I haven't used relaxers or keratin treatments in over 10 years. Now, I am by no means a hairstylist, and nothing tops their magical hands, but sweetieeeee, these products blow my mind. This trio does what needs to be done, and like, I did it — I delivered these results. Nothing has ever made my hair look like this unless a stylist was styling my hair. And when I step out of my house, you cannot tell me I'm not the most fabulous person in the world — I'm literally Beyoncé. My hair flows and bounces as if I have a personal fan in front of me, and I CANNOT keep my hands out of my hair. The shampoo and conditioner help get ALLLL the product buildup out of my hair and leave my hair feeling squeaky clean. Then, I add my serum (before blow-drying and again before straightening), and BAM — I'm flawless. The combo of all three is just *chefs kiss*, and they help protect my hair from heat damage. If you want a magic wand to set everything off, invest in the Babyliss straightener! My hairdresser uses it so I grabbed one too and now I always look like I just stepped out of the salon." Get it from Amazon for $36.27. 24. A Color Wow heat-activated anti-frizz treatment if humidity is in the forecast, but you still want a super glossy and smooth hairstyle. One reviewer described it as "the holy grail for frizzy hair" because it's *so* effective. Just spray it once into your hair every three shampoos to get the best results! It works on straight, wavy, or curly hair types. Plus, it comes in an Extra Strength version for extremely dry, dehydrated hair *and* a Curly Hair version for wavy or curly hair so you can get lightweight, crunch-free curls. Promising review:"This product is incredible — just WOW. In all my years of existence, I was never able to tame my naturally curly hair into a sleek, silky, frizz-free look, until now. I l don't know what kind of magical sorcery went into making this product, but this stuff is amazing." — Lillee45 Get it from Amazon for $28. How long will you want these products, you ask? Comedy Central
