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36 Summer Beauty Products Lots Of 5-Star Ratings
L'Oréal Paris BB Cream, a green-tinted formula that combats redness through the power of color theory. It doesn't stop there — it also works to even complexion, hydrate with vitamin E, and set the perfect stage for you to apply your makeup on. The fairly-priced product offers light to medium coverage and won't feel crusty.
Brazilian Bum Bum body cream loved by Zoomers (and 40,000+ 5-star raters) for its incredible smell and powerful hydration powers. The formula uses caffeine-packed guarana extract and coconut oil to firm and moisturize skin, leaving it glowing and smelling like the very essence of summer.
A dermatologist-recommended tinted sunscreen with SPF 41 so you can take on the day without fear of burning your delicate face to a crisp (so long as you reapply!). It's fragrance free, lightweight, perfect for people with sensitive skin, and boasts 11,400+ 5-star ratings.
Or a bottle of Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen, a classic option with almost 14,000 5-star ratings thanks to its uncannily sheer appearance. This sweat-resistant formula has SPF 40 and glides onto your skin like a gel. It's super lightweight *and* can be used as a makeup primer.
A nail and cuticle oil to bring life back to your damaged nails, even if you did something really bad like — gasp! — peel off a gel manicure. This formula will get your nails back in tip-top shape and ready for that seashell nail art you had in mind.
Ogx Argan Oil of Morocco Curl-Defining Cream for curls so bouncy you'll be jumping for joy (and to show them off). The argan oil-boosted formula moisturizes and tames frizz (nice try, summer humidity!) while adding a level of volume and shine you'd normally expect from a much higher price point.
Or Lottabody Wrap Me Curl Mousse, a whipped-cream-like delight that defines curls, moisturizes with shea and coconut oil, and tackles frizz. The foam makes it super easy to distribute throughout your hair, and the heavenly scent will make you feel like you're on a tropical vacation. 44,000 customers have given this budget-friendly find a thumbs up!
A hair-lightening spray to brighten up hair by TWO shades or more! Spritz a little of this citrus and chamomile spray onto damp hair, then activate it with heat-styling tools. I recommend blow drying and hitting it with a curling iron or straightener for the best results. Over 7,000 5-star raters love it because it's less harsh than bleach and even works on dark hair.
A wildly popular Wet n Wild lipstick that, against all odds, will only cost you a single dollar. You can't even find something that affordable in an actual dollar store anymore! Despite the unreal price, the results are very real: 42,000 happy customers love the long-lasting color, hydration from aloe, and extensive color selection with plenty of summer-ready shades.
A Kerasal fungal nail renewal formula to revitalize your tootsies by helping thicken nails and reduce discoloration. Feel free to plan to wear open-toed shoes next week — reviewers started noticing a visible difference within days, and 48,000+ customers are happy with the results.
A pomade hair wax stick for flattening those annoying flyaway hairs on the back of your neck or around your hairline. Just slide the formula over targeted areas to control cowlicks, baby hair, frizz, and other wayward strands. Outdoor dining, boat excursions, boardwalk strolls, and other windy events are suddenly less of a headache: Just ask the 4,300+ 5-star reviewers who swear by this stuff.
Kojic acid dark spot remover soap that harnesses the power of iconic ingredients hyaluronic acid, retinol, shea butter, vitamin E, and Castile olive oil to hydrate and diminish the appearance of dark spots, sun damage, and blemishes. Over 29,000+ 5-star raters have used it on their face, hands, neck, bikini area, inner thighs, and underarms to achieve a glowier, more even complexion. Quick, someone hand me a tank top — it's time to show these pits off!
A Revlon volcanic face roller way easier to use than those disposable blotting pads. You just roll the volcanic stone over any oily or sweaty areas on your face and then pop it in your bag for later. It doesn't even mess with your makeup!
Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream to pamper your décolletage with some special summer skincare attention. The glycerin and aloe hydrate, while the salicylic acid gently exfoliates, leaving firmer, softer skin.
An Elizavecca collagen coating hair protein treatment that takes your dry, summer-frizzed hair and turns it into the silky-soft locks you've always wanted. Just apply it to wet hair after shampooing, wait five minutes, rinse, and wonder why all hair treatments don't work this well. 38,000+ 5-star ratings mean a lot of people are wondering the same thing!
Or a deep-conditioning hair mask with 24,200+ 5-star ratings promising smoother, shinier, and stronger hair, even if you're fighting against bleached, dry, or damaged locks. It can even handle Florida levels of humidity!
A waterproof Essence Lash Princess lengthening mascara that 51,500+ reviewers confirm is lightweight, won't transfer, doesn't smudge, and lasts all day — even if someone pushes you in the pool. Why Essence only charges $5 for such an S-tier mascara is beyond me, but we're all grateful.
A Medix retinol body lotion because if retinol works so well for your face, it's gotta do wonders for the rest of your body too. With the help of ferulic acid, it encourages skin cell turnover to help tighten and firm skin. One 5-star reviewer (out of 4,700+) says they're obsessed with Medix's whole line of lotions.
Or a lightweight gel cream from Nivea with powerful Q10 that helps plump, firm, and moisturize skin in as little as two weeks with consistent use. Over 18,000 5-star raters are happy with their results!
A box of Grace & Stella under-eye masks formulated with hyaluronic acid and glycerin to give your eye bags the shot of hydration they need to get up and GO after a long winter hiding inside. Reviewers said the refreshing patches helped them reduce puffiness, redness, and dark circles. Summer spa day, anyone?
An easy-to-apply, one-hour self-tanner that's cheaper yet more effective than most competitors. The vegan formula is easy to blend without streaks or uneven patches, which makes it a hit with beginners (36,000+ positive ratings and counting). While the tan may be instant, the fade is nice and gradual.
Veet sensitive hair removal gel kindly providing a soothing, gentle alternative to razors or waxing. The aloe-infused formula works in under 10 minutes by dissolving hair on your legs, arms, back, and bikini area. It's designed to be more efficient and reduce the risk of ingrown hairs — imagine a world without those annoying bumps! 48,000+ 5-star raters are already experiencing it.
L'Oréal Paris Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water bringing you silkier hair in just eight seconds. On top of a wave of hydration, it also adds shine and decreases frizz and static. Summer humidity can try to frizz up hair all it wants, but over 35,000 happy customers will be prepared!
Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 Cleansing Balm made with a blend of pearl barley and vitamin E to completely obliterate every speck of makeup and sunscreen on your face. Seriously, you'll feel so fresh and baby-faced, you'll wonder if that eyeliner was really as smudge-proof as you previously thought.
A L'Oreal glow-enhancing lotion that'll have you feeling like the Baby Sun from Teletubbies. Over 4,700 happy reviewers recommend you mix this glycerin-infused illuminator with your favorite moisturizer or foundation, wear it as a makeup base, or use it as a highlighter for that coveted lit-from-within look.
Mielle's Rosemary Mint strengthening oil, a TikTok-hall-of-famer that almost 7,500 5-star reviews confirm is worth the hype. The biotin-infused serum can help strengthen hair and encourage new growth, leaving hair feeling healthier and fuller. Reviewers say it's helped with everything from receding hairlines to sparse eyebrows. I wouldn't blame you if you left your sun hat behind so you can show off your new 'do.
A Nooni tinted appleberry lip oil offering a lightweight alternative to the heavy matte lipsticks you may have favored in colder weather. The apple seed and raspberry extract-infused oil offers long-lasting hydration and a touch of color WITHOUT any annoying stickiness — over 300 5-star reviewers confirm!
A Revlon hot air brush over 400,000 5-star raters (!!!) love for its ability to create blowout-level looks right at home. Expect glossy, effortless waves that rival the ones at the beach with just a few brushes. We don't have time to wrestle with a hairdryer this summer — have rooftop parties to go to!
Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, in case you've always wanted to not only drink the energizing tea, but also wear it. This cult fave can help quickly minimize eye puffiness and swelling using its combination of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. Finally, your eyes can look and feel as refreshed as you do after a bottle of White Label. Name a more iconic summer treat, I'll wait.
And reviewer-loved Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener to expertly conceal and brighten dark circles under your eyes. The lightweight, color-adapting formula blends so seamlessly under makeup, it'll be like you never spent a ghoulish amount of hours huddled inside watching TV this past winter.
Julep Eyeshadow 101 — a creme-to-powder waterproof pencil that comes in a ton of neutral *and* playful summer hues, like lavender and mint. Over 42,000 people love this multitasking putty because it's easy to apply and has vitamins C and E for a little skincare boost. Grab the sapphire shimmer shade and live your best Aquamarine life.
Cosrx's snail mucin repairing essence that harnesses the power of snail slime (it's formulated with 96.3% snail secretion filtrate — yum!) to deliver lightweight hydration for all skin types. Over 55,000 5-star raters love the glow they get from this — the summer sun is about to be one-upped.
Anua heartleaf pore-clearing cleansing oil, a perfect first step in your double cleansing routine. It dissolves makeup and sunscreen, attacks blackheads, and works to remove excess sebum without stripping away natural oils or drying out your skin. Gross but intriguing: Reviewers say that they could actually see the gunk leaving their skin.
A set of itty-bitty dermaplaning razors that will make quick work of peach fuzz, stray hairs, and eyebrows in need of a touch-up. They're designed with micro-guards, which means you don't have to worry about nicking yourself, even if you don't have the steadiest hand. Over 170,000 happy customers love that you can extend the time between threading appointments — or skip them altogether.
The Face Shop's Rice Water Bright Foaming Facial Cleanser with a fan club of 18,000+ happy customers who appreciate the affordable alternative to Tatcha Rice Wash. This gentle, hydrating cleanser can remove waterproof makeup, dirt, and even stubborn sunscreen to leave your face feeling dewy and fresh.
A Laura Geller color-correcting powder foundation offering light coverage that blends in easily, so beginners and those looking for something low maintenance can throw it on and go. Check out how glowy these reviewers look!
