05-02-2025
36 Beauty Products To Keep That Summer Glow Going Even During The Bitter Cold Months
1. A Beauty of Joseon serum if you're a real glow getter. The niacinamide and propolis extract formula can help you maintain clearer skin, brighten dark spots, and give you a dewy glow, thanks to its honey-like texture.
Beauty of Joseon is a South Korean skincare brand based in Jongno-gu, Seoul.
I've been using this serum for about six months now and cannot say enough good things about it. I got the "glow" serum (I love that there's different options for different skin concerns) and it continues to minimize my pores and makes my skin look plumped and radiant!
Promising review:"From the moment I started using this serum I saw results! The combination of propolis and niacinamide in this serum is a winning formula. My complexion has never looked this radiant and healthy. It effectively addresses dark spots and hyperpigmentation, visibly reducing their appearance. What makes this serum even more remarkable is its lightweight and fast-absorbing texture. It feels like silk on my skin and leaves no greasy residue. I can apply it seamlessly without worrying about it disrupting my makeup or other skincare products. The hydrating properties of this serum are a game-changer. My skin feels intensely nourished and plump, minimizing the look of fine lines and wrinkles. The only downside is the price. I think it's a bit expensive for the amount of product you get. However, it's so good that I'll still leave it at 8/5 stars!" — Yuna Lee
Get it from Amazon for $16.58.
2. A TikTok viral overnight collagen mask that has taken over my entire FYP for weeks — and now I see why! Give your skin a big ole' drink of water with this probiotic-packed mask, which starts as a milky-colored hydrogel mask, and as the hours go by, it gradually turns clear, signaling that it's working its magic on your skin. It'll not only strengthen your skin's barrier and improve elasticity, but it'll also refine the appearance of large pores and help smooth out fine lines. Many reviewers also say it's surprisingly comfortable to sleep in!
Check out a TikTok of this mask in action.
Promising review: "Oh…my god….🤯 No scent. It starts milky white and turns clear. I left it on overnight , woke up, and I was shook!! Pores? Where? Dry patch? Where? Fine wrinkles? Whheeerrrrrre??? Put it on over my lips as well, and it almost looked like a had fillers. It was so plump! 10/10 recommend. Holy grail of face masks. <3" — Kichi
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $19 (available in two pack sizes and three styles).
3. A glow-enhancing Supergoop SPF 40 sunscreen because it'll have you looking downright luminous. 😍 It acts as a sunscreen, primer, and BB cream with a light formula that protects you against harmful rays and blue light.
Promising reviews:"This was a splurge for me but worth it. Love the way this feels on my skin. Smooth application." — Caj9410
"I absolutely love this sunscreen. I'm always wary of 'for everyone' tinted products because they aren't usually made with us in mind. But this one hits the mark. It looks amazing on my brown skin. Non-streaky, no white cast. It gives my skin a subtle shimmer. For reference, I have combination, 30-something-year-old skin. Glowscreen is officially in my skincare rotation." — Lovely91
Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in three sizes and four shades).
4. Or a Korean SPF 50+ Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Airyfit Sunscreen that blends into your skin like a dream and is chock-full of powerful ingredients like niacinamide and rice bran oil infused with black rice (a hydrating antioxidant)! It's also enriched with ceramide NP, soothing houttuynia cordata extract, and daisy flower extracts that help reduce pigmintation and deliver that radiant skin tone.
Promising review:"Although I am not overly sensitive to cosmetic products, I have a love-hate relationship with sunscreens. I (used to?) have terrible sun rash when using sunscreen. But this sunscreen is magic. I love its texture; it doesn't emphasize my pores at all and serves really well as a primer under my foundation. I have very oily skin and this doesn't make me more oily. I really like that it does not have any smell. It doesn't burn my eyes. It has a pleasant texture and leaves no white cast. I haven't deliberately tried to sunbathe with it, I am still trying to be in the sun as little as possible (since I already have some sun damage on my neck) but I am using it for a couple of weeks every day, even when doing sports and haven't noticed anything suspicious." — ice29
Get it from Amazon for $15.40 (also available as a two-pack).
5. A Good Molecules Gentle Retinol Cream if you're looking to soften fine lines and hyperpigmentation while boosting hydration. It's got .01% retinol to help with the appearance of wrinkles, as well as bakuchiol to boost the effects of the retinol *without* irritation. It's also enriched with grape seed oil, allantoin, and acmella oleracea extract to deeply nourish and soothe the skin.
Good Molecules is a small biz that creates simple, effective skincare products using science-backed ingredients.
Promising review:"I'm really pleased with the results and it's gentle enough to use nightly. My lines are softer and less noticeable, my pores are clear and less visible. My skin is so, so, soft and hydrated now. THIS IS THE PERFECT FORMULA. No bad smells, spreads easily and is an outstanding value. I'm on my third tube." — Helen M.
Get it from Amazon for $8.
6. E.l.f.'s Halo Glow Liquid Filter reviewers are hailing for giving them a lit-from-within glow that doubles as compliment bait. This lightweight, buildable formula is infused with hydrating squalane for a dewy, radiant finish. Plus, its cushion tip helps you apply to the high points of your face with precision and ease. Someone better go check on Charlotte, because this is giving her Flawless Filter a run for its money. 👀
It's formulated with hyaluronic acid and squalane for a boost of hydration!
Promising reviews: "This stuff is so legit I've gone through three bottles. Adds the perfect glow to your skin! Sometimes, I use it under foundation, and sometimes, I use it solo with a bit of concealer. I will never not repurchase it for the price and how beautifully it sits on the skin. This stuff is viral for a reason!!" — mapagill
"If you like Charlotte Tilbury's flawless filter, this is leaps and bounds better! Just buy it. The coverage is better; [it] makes my skin have the most amazing natural glow! The colors run with a more warm/yellow undertone, which worked great for me! Spend a fraction of the price and just get it; you will be happy you did!" — Amazonreview
Get it from Amazon for $9.26+ (available in 12 shades).
7. A Bare Botanics coconut vanilla body scrub to banish all the dead skin that dares to stop you from showing off your glorious, gleaming skin. This comes packed with sea salt, jojoba oil, argan oil, shea butter, and aloe vera to boost elasticity and prevent dry, flaky skin.
This also comes with a wooden spoon!
Promising review:"I have to say that for the first time ever, a product delivers on everything it said it would do and more!! I've used it once and my skin is transformed, nourished, and hydrated. My skin doesn't have that dry, rough look anymore. The rough skin on my arms is like 90% gone. The ingredients are pure and organic. I have told so many people. I'm thrilled I came across this product. I can't wait to see what happens when it's a week. I'm glowing with healthy-looking skin!! Feels amazing and the coconut vanilla organic scent is so calming and fragrant. You will be very pleased!!" — Becky
Get it from Amazon for $27.95 (available in seven styles).
8. A hydrating snail mucin-repairing essence that will soothe and rejuvenate your skin so effectively that it'll make you think the exact opposite of "ew" when you think of snail mucin. It can also give your skin a natural "I woke up like this" glow that has earned it over 61,000 5-star ratings!
And tell Gary not to worry! The snail mucin is obtained in a safe way, so no snails are harmed!
I've personally been using this for months now and it's amazing how it's improved aspects of my skin that I didn't even know needed improving. I didn't think my skin looked too dull before, but after see how this brightened and soothed my skin, I'm never going back. I spray my face with rose water, gently pat the essence into my skin while it's still damp, and let it absorb. Plus, it absorbs so quickly, it's like your skin is saying "gimme gimme gimme!!".
Promising review:"I've been using this morning and night for about two weeks and I can say I understand the hype! My skin looks better than it has in so long. Firstly, the texture surprised me. When you think snail mucin, you think slimy and gross. This wasn't sticky or slimy whatsoever. I was afraid it was gonna leave my skin feeling gross and slippery. Surprisingly, my skin drank it right up! No residue whatsoever and it's a nice primer before makeup. I have oily skin and it's helped with that as well. My skin is so soft, with a nice healthy glow. I've noticed my red spots from past acne is fading and my skin just overall looks great. Highly recommend!" — Sarah Downs
Get it from Amazon for $18.38.
9. And a Cosrx Snail Mucin 92% Moisturizer, a lightweight gel-type cream that'll help soothe dry, irritated skin and strengthen your skin barrier by enriching it with the long-lasting hydration it's been begging for.
Check it out on TikTok!
Promising review:"I fought buying this, but after several friends swore by this I caved. I have sensitive acne prone skin but also have some fine lines. Let me tell you after applying this I immediately felt my skin calm down. And the next day my skin was glowing and my acne had diminished. This will forever be apart of my regimen." — arand5292
Get it from Amazon for $21.
10. An Anua pore control cleansing oil because it uses the calming powers of heartleaf oil to soothe irritated skin and eliminate makeup residue, blackheads, and sebum while preventing pore congestion — perfect to incorporate into a double cleansing routine! It's also hypoallergenic and works wonders for sensitive, acne-prone skin.
BTW, a lot of reviewers say they use this as part of their double cleansing routine. As the name implies, double cleansing is a method of cleansing your face twice: first with an oil-based cleanser (applied on dry skin), and again with a water-based cleanser to help get all the yucky stuff out of your pores.
Promising reviews:"I don't need makeup remover wipes or a separate eye makeup remover because this product does the job for all of it! I've tried different products in the past, but this is the only one that has truly satisfied me. I'm extremely happy that I discovered this product!" — Perla Cuevas
"I don't usually leave reviews but this product is the best cleansing oil EVER !!!!! Worked flawlessly after first try and I can actually see the results immediately!! My gosh it's light weight, smells relaxing. Massage it to your skin 5–10 minutes and you can see the magic. Will definitely add this into my skincare routine. JUST GET IT !!!!!" — Vince
Get it from Amazon for $17.69.
11. A mini gel illuminator that feels like nothing but looks like ✨everything✨. It's enriched with brightening vitamin C and rosehip oil (a powerful antioxidant!). It's also got plant-derived glycerin, which helps increase skin's natural moisture level to keep it lookin' nice and dewy. Wear it under your foundation as a hydrating primer or all on its own!
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Promising review:"I love the glowy/dewy look. I looked through so many different product reviews, videos, etc, and finally decided to try two products, and this was one of them. I love how it looks alone *and* mixed in with lotion or foundation. I also love how it looks when you put a little dab along the cheekbones as a highlighter. It's the prettiest natural glow-from-within look! Can't wait to see how it holds up and looks in the summer when walking around in the heat." — Kelsie M
Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
12. Sunday Riley Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment because it's packed with lactic acid to target discoloration and dark spots, licorice with naturally brightening properties to help improve radiance, and lemongrass to refresh the skin for a toned complexion. TBH, I never thought a formula could sound so ~delicious~ for my skin.
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Check it out in this TikTok.
Get it from Amazon for $43+ (available in three sizes).
13. Glow Recipe's Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops that'll brighten both your skin and your day. It's infused with vitamin C, vitamin E, and moringa oil to help even out your skin tone and give you a dewy finish. It also has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly, making it ideal for all skin types so you can glow from the inside out.
Check out this TikTok of these drops being used for a natural makeup look!
Glow Recipe is an Asian-owned business that aims to create fruit-forward, clean beauty formulas to incorporate into your skincare routine.
Promising reviews: "LOVE! SO WORTH THE SPLURGE!!! This was just so amazing! I use it every day! It is for any skin type and doesn't irritate my skin! Overall worth ur money!" — Zoeyyyyy
"I love this product with my heart and soul. I've been using it as a part of my skincare and prep routines for a few months, and my skin looks so natural, plump, even, and healthy. I'm ALL about a glowy, dewy, natural look and this product has helped me achieve that, plus it's a great serum packed with goodies that your skin will thank you for! It's definitely worth it. And I will always recommend this to anyone. I use it twice a day, in the morning as the last step before my makeup routine and at night before moisturizer! If using it during the daytime, don't forget to use sunscreen because its vitamin and natural acid contents make skin a little more susceptible and sensitive to sunlight! Hope this helps :)" — Andrea Velarde
Get it from Amazon for $20+ (available in two sizes).
14. And a ~juicy~ Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask because reviewers with adult acne and scarring call it "pure magic." Here's the rundown: it's got 2.5% pH-balanced AHA complex for gentle exfoliation, seven weights of hyaluronic acid for *intense* plumping and hydration, peptides derived from quinoa for visible firmness, and niacinamide for bright, evenly toned skin. It'll quench your skin like no other for that post-facial ✨glow. ✨
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Promising review: "I've been using this for a few weeks now and I'm in love with it and the results it provides! Glow recipe is one of my favorite brands so I was so excited about this launch! This is a magic product which literally works overnight! It's helps the skin exfoliate, hydrate and brighten! You instantly see results the next day! It's definitely a must for me and I would recommend this to all skin types!" — sidrahwhoa
Get it from Sephora for $21+ (available in two sizes).
15. An Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later glow enhancer + primer, aka the little potion you'll be thanking at the end of a long day when you're makeup *still* looks bomb AF. This glowy miracle worker has hydrating squalane, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and — the best part — light-reflecting micro-pearl powder to create a luminous, natural-looking glow. Plus, it comes in four other problem-solving formulas!
Elizabeth Mott is a Korean American, woman-owned biz!
Promising reviews: "This product is extremely smooth on your skin. After I applied my foundation, I noticed a nice glow on my skin. My makeup looked great all day! I'm very impressed with this primer and will recommend to all!" — Christine J. Ryan
"I wore this primer under my foundation (Nars and Maybelline Fit Me) along with setting spray (Nyx) in this photo [above right]. I had been dunked in the pool two times and went down a giant slide that caused you to go underwater three times. This was the result of my makeup! Love this product. A little goes a long way!" — Ryan Brooks
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five formulas and in a bundle).
16. A L'Oreal glow-enhancing lotion to achieve a summery sun-kissed look and enhance that natural beauty of yours. The glycerin and shea butter in it also gives it a mega hydrating factor. It's a lotion, glowy foundation base, and highlighter all in one bottle. Oh, and it has over 32,000 5-star ratings!
Wear it alone or as a base for your makeup! Check out this TikTok to see how it looks being applied!
Promising review: "I'm obsessed with this product. I have fair skin but I use the deep shade anyway and it makes me look like I have a glowing tan. I get compliments every time I wear it. It is sparkly but subtle. If you don't have time for a full face of makeup, this really pulls it together with just this one product — the sparkle adds a highlight effect and the tone warms up my complexion. Of course you can wear it as part of full makeup too. I will never go without this product again! Please make it forever!" — Elana
Get it from Amazon for $13.98 (available in six colors).
17. A lightweight, moisture-coating Laneige Lip Glowy Balm packed with murumuru (a palm native to the Amazon) and shea butter, making it the perfect daytime partner in crime to the brand's cult-favorite lip sleeping mask. Be careful using this around your besties because they *will* be asking if they can have some.
Check out how all the colors look when applied in this TikTok!
Promising review:"Yes, it's a pricy lip gloss. I splurged on one of these and a lip mask, just to see what all the hype is about valid. Very valid. Ridiculously valid. This lip gloss goes on thick like a luxe gloss, but smooth like an oil. Lots of slip on the lip and absolutely zero stickiness. It also lasts for hours where most lip gloss is gone with one sip of water. It is, seriously, the best lip gloss that I've ever used." — DarlingBlueEyes
Get it from Amazon for $19 (available in eight scents).
18. An award-winning Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation, which is the actual foundation that Sabrina Carpenter's makeup artist uses to create her glowy base! This oil-free formula delivers buildable medium coverage to give you that coveted radiant finish and a ~glow-from-within~ look.
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Check out this Instagram post in which Sabrina Carpenter's makeup artist, Carolina Gonzalez, lists all the products she uses to create Sabrina's signature glam in the caption!
Promising review:"I was looking for something that was light but had coverage enough and has a nice dewy finish. No settling at all. My skin felt like silk with this on. Lasted all day (I didn't even use setting spray). Amazing product that I will continue to use. For me it's worth the price and you are not just paying for the name, it's actually really good!" — tmint21
Get it from Sephora for $48+ (available in two sizes and 40 shades).
19. A bottle of Paula's Choice Salicylic Acid Exfoliant with salicylic acid that penetrates your pores to help catch breakouts before they reach the surface. And bonus! Its green tea leaf extract quickly calms redness and soothes skin sensitivity.
Promising review: "OMG the first time I used this I did not have high hopes, it looks and feels basically like water. I was thinking what a waste of money, but I put it on and tried it anyway because all of the super beautiful TikTokers told me I got out of bed the next morning and was like who dis??? My face was as smooth as a baby's I kid you not this stuff is amazing." — sebrina
Get it from Amazon for $13.30+ (available in two sizes and in a two-pack).
20. A *brightening* Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator that utilizes gentle cleansers like salicylic acid, colloidal oatmeal, and ginkgo to help clear pores and address uneven texture while keeping your skin's protective barrier intact.
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Promising review:"I read the reviews and awards and thought I'd give it a shot. I was looking for a gentle exfoliant that would become a staple in my skin routine. It has exceeded all of my expectations for an exfoliant! My skin glows after using this at the end of a day. It is my facial exfoliant now. I don't feel any need to look any further. This product is the best!" — yetigloss
Get it from Sephora for $19+ (available in three sizes and as a refill).
21. A deeply hydrating and plumping Laboratoires Embryolisse daily moisturizer — truly a magical, multi-purpose cream in a bottle. It's enriched with soybeans and aloe vera to soothe and moisturize, as well as beeswax and shea butter that protects and nourishes the skin. Plus, reviewers rave about how smooth of a canvas it provides as a makeup primer!
Laboratoires Embryolisse is a French skincare brand based in Issy-les-Moulineaux.
Promising review:"This face cream is a skincare gem! It doubles as a makeup primer, creating a flawless canvas. The creamy texture feels luxurious, leaving my skin deeply moisturized without any greasiness. It's a multitasking marvel, smoothing fine lines and providing the perfect base for makeup application. The subtle scent is delightful, and the compact tube is travel-friendly. For a radiant complexion and a versatile addition to your beauty routine, this cream is a must-have!" — Pranav
Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in three sizes).
22. A so-dang-good Coco & Eve foam self-tanner because it'll give you some downright magical results. With this, you don't need it to be sunny season to look like a bronzed god/goddess that belongs on a beach somewhere sipping on a piña colada without a care in the world.
It's super fast-drying and develops in about two hours!
Promising review: "I've used tanning beds for a couple of years, I know they're bad, I just HATE self tanning or spray tans and their results. Therefore, I didn't think this product would be anything special, but I'm desperate to be tan all the time. I applied it with a mitt, let it sit overnight, and rinsed it off the next morning. AMAZING natural results. NO STREAKS! I also work out frequently, sauna and everything, and it doesn't melt off or look spotty. 10/10 and will be using all the time. I got the color 'dark' and it worked perfectly. But next time, I might get Ultra dark! Love it. Makes me feel confident, I'm never using a tanning bed again." — Larrisa D.
Get it from Amazon for $38 (available in three shades).
23. Tower 28's SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray that holds an award-winning status for a reason. This daily spray is formulated with hypochlorous acid to help reduce redness and soothe irritation so that your skin stops looking as stressed out as you feel.
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Tower 28 is an LA–based clean beauty brand specializing in nontoxic, nonirritating vegan and cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Amy Liu, the founder and CEO, worked for 15+ years as a beauty exec before leaving to create products that would suit her sensitive eczema-prone skin.
Promising review:"Gives my skin a nice all over glow and diminishes the presence of redness! Helps soothe sunburns and skin irritations, too." — holl6
Get it from Sephora or Tower 28 for $12+ (available in three sizes and a refill).
24. A plumping Sol De Janeiro collagen-boosting body cream, which comes from the same brand that brought you the iconic Brazilian Bum Bum Cream. This beauty gem is enriched with vegan collagen, CaCay oil (a retinol alternative that supports cell renewal!), and plant squalane for some *deep* hydration. As for the scent? You know they couldn't miss with that — it's got notes of Brazilian jasmine, pink dragonfruit, and sheer vanilla. 😍
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Promising reviews:"With this moisturizer, a small amount goes quite far. I needed a good moisturizer for my body and this really does the trick. It is thick and rich and seems to keep my skin soft all day. The scent is not overpowering, but is really pleasant. I will continue to use this one, especially for winter months." — Gloria Reed
"I have been using this creme for several days and it is fantastic. Use sparingly, it glides on wonderfully. You don't need much. My skin is soft, and the scent is wonderful. I am using it in conjunction with a self tanning creme. My skin glows, I am 75-years-old and have used almost every cream on the planet — but this is different. I just ordered one for my niece!" — Sister Paula Vaghi, CSJ
Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in two sizes).
25. A K-beauty Medicube collagen overnight peel-off mask — if your skin is an empty cup, this is the jug of water that's about to fill it alllll the way up. Its powerful formula is jam-packed with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, glycerin, and collagen extract to boost elasticity and hydration. Apply this as the last step of your skincare routine, get your beauty sleep, and peel it off in the morning to reveal the ultimate ~glassy~ look.
Promising review:"Run, don't walk, if you want to wake up like a glowing goddess. I am obsessed with this overnight mask. I apply is with the Medicube jelly brush, and after allowing it 15 minutes to dry, this mask does not budge in your sleep! It stays in place (even for side sleepers!) and it is super easy to remove in the morning. Be prepared for the most glowy glass skin when you remove it! I love this mask." — Dana
Get it from Amazon for $18.90.
26. Or a Medicube collagen jelly cream because it targets firmness, elasticity, and dark spots. Infused with freeze-dried hydrolyzed collagen, plant-derived squalane, and niacinamide, this jelly helps strengthen your skin's barrier and restores some next-level radiance. Many reviewers also enjoy pairing this with the AGE-R Booster Pro and say that this helps them achieve the *ultimate* glass skin look!
Promising review:"I've been using the Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream with their AGE-R Booster Pro, and the results have been incredible! The jelly cream has a lightweight, refreshing texture that absorbs quickly and doesn't leave any sticky residue. It's packed with collagen, and I've noticed my skin feels more hydrated and bouncy after just a few uses. Pairing it with the AGE-R Booster Pro takes things to another level. After a few weeks, my skin feels smoother, firmer, and more youthful. Fine lines are less noticeable, and my face has a healthy glow. This combo is a game-changer if you're looking to upgrade your skincare routine. Highly recommend!" — Renata Millen
Get it from Amazon for $14.90+ (available in two sizes).
27. A cult-classic Clinique Almost Lipstick Tinted Lip Balm in Black Honey if you want to keep the dry, chapped lips caused by the chill winter air AWAY. This bb is lightweight, slightly glossy, and has a little dash of magic. I mean, I'm guessing it's magic — because the way this complements all different skin tones so beautifully is beyond anything ordinary.
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Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says about it:"I was very adamant about not buying this for the longest time because I am stubborn about "expensive" beauty products, but this is worth every penny and then some. It's so lightweight and layerable, it's foolproof to apply, and I have yet to wear a single outfit it doesn't complement??? I love watching it instantly elevate a casual look or add simple elegance to dressy ones. I wear it every day now, and after weeks of use, I've barely made a dent. Also, and maybe this is just me, but I tend to get pigment on my teeth with a lot of lip products, and I've simply never had an issue with this magic stick."
Anyway, watch this TikTok of someone using it on their lips AND cheeks, because I did and oops, this lipstick FELL into my cart.
Get it from Amazon for $25 (also available in pink honey!).
28. A Missha glow skin balm because it's a moisturizer, primer, and glow cream all in one. It's infused with soothing rose water, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and jojoba seed oil to help smoothen your skin's texture. Dewy skin, here we come.
Promising reviews:"Got so many compliments that I'm glowing! Love the hydration of the cream and feel. It's not runny or too thick for my sensitive skin. It's just right! Can't believe how affordable it is, definitely getting more. Hydration stayed on my face until the next day. Left my skin so soft!" — ErikaShanice
"I use this cream daily with my tinted moisturizer. It provides a natural, healthy glow. My face has a soft, hydrated, dewy look. A little goes a long way. I'll be 60 on my next birthday and I have dry sensitive skin. I would recommend, will repurchase and would give as a gift." — Elaine Rankin
Get it from Amazon for $8+ (available in three sizes).
29. Fenty Beauty's Butta Drop Hydrating Body Milk that'll leave your skin looking so rich, it better have your money (buh dum tss). It comes chock-full of exotic, glow-inducing ingredients like Kalahari melon and Barbados cherry extract to hydrate and replenish parched skin. Mix that with its vitamin E, coconut and baobab oils, and mango, cocoa, and shea butters, and you've got yourself the perfect potion for radiant skin.
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Promising review:"Obsessed. I had to grab this body milk immediately after seeing it drop. I already stay stocked up on the body butta in every scent. I love them so much. I'm adding this one to my body routine FOREVER! It makes my skin feel sooooooo soft and it gives a beautiful glow. I like to apply it to my skin fresh out of the shower. Just like Rihanna! It has a very light scent. I can't quite place it but it's clean and faint. The ingredients are quality and I can tell that just from how nourished my skin looks and feels after each use. It's sooooo hydrating. It's goes on silky and moist then absorbs, leaving my skin moisturized. It's everything I thought it would be. I promise you won't be disappointed." — ChayaJoli
Get it from Sephora for $32 (also available as a refill size).
30. A hydrating d'Alba Piedmont double-layer spray serum, which is enriched with Italian white truffle as a powerful antioxidant to give your skin some next-level radiance. It also has niacinamide and chia seed extract for dry skin relief and elasticity. Talk about a powerful facial mist!
This Italian skincare brand is based in the Piedmont Alba and is centered around their most prized ingredient, white truffle (also known as the "underground diamond").
Promising review: " Love this spray that hydrates my skin and gives my makeup look the best it's ever looked. I wear a lot of makeup on stage and I'm constantly sweating from all the dancing so this spray comes in clutch every time and keeps me going for hours. I like to spray it in between my makeup process and especially after powders. I've tried a lot of sprays and this is the one I reach for every time!" — Deniece
Get it from Amazon for $20+ (available in two sizes).
31. An exfoliating breast-lifting body scrub to get the skin around your chest area looking extraaa soft. This has an acai and retinol formula that helps firm, tighten, and smooth the skin around your boobies while also reducing the appearance of fine lines and stretch marks. Not that you need to — you'll look mighty fine either way. 😉
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Promising review:"I actually got this to help tighten my stomach from the stretch marks and skin wrinkles I got from pregnancy. It really works great!! Since getting it, I use it every time I shower, and I use the Buns of Glowry serum each day, and I've noticed a substantial change in my skin. Much fewer wrinkles, and honestly, my stomach looks almost back to normal, and it's only been a few weeks! Super glad I bought this!" — Kimberly Stumbaugh
Get it from Amazon for $28.80.
32. A Nuxe dry oil (a luxury skincare brand based in France) made with seven precious botanical oils to nourish and replenish your face, body, and hair for a deliciously silky glow. ✨
Nuxe is a luxury skincare brand based in France.
Promising review:"This is an excellent oil for your hair. You could use it anywhere on your skin too. I love everything about it. Texture, scent, performance. It's top of the line holy grail for me. Thin, fine haired people may not want to use hair oils but people with thick and textured hair, this is an absolutely wonderful product and worth every cent. A bottle lasts a long time. Bonus: No nasty silicones." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $25.20+ (available in two sizes).
33. Youth to the People's vegan Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask because it features four ultra-hydrating ingredients: squalane, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and betaine. PLUS maqui and prickly pear — two super fruits that fend off free radicals and eliminate redness.
Youth to the People,
The rich, creamy overnight mask is a great fit for combination, dry, and "normal" (whatever that means!), skin so give it a go!
Promising review: "I was really struggling to find skincare products that worked well for my skin. This has greatly improved the overall appearance of my skin and I will definitely buy again. Super moisturizing but also lightweight. My skin is glowing! I hardly break out anymore, so I wonder if my previous moisturizers may have been causing issues I didn't realize." — Bethany M.
Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in two sizes).
34. A redness-reducing Snail Bee High Content Essence that you're sure to be ~buzzing~ about, especially if you're looking for something that will help your foundation glide on and really lock in the rest of your skincare routine. It's so hydrating and soothing that reviewers notice a difference in their skin's tone and texture after just one use!
Note: this formula includes small traces of bee venom, so patch test before use!
Promising review:"I have only been using this product for a day and a half, and it zapped the redness from my skin! I tried on some foundation the other day and noticed a wild amount of texture, redness peeping through under primer, and general crustiness and was like, 'I gotta do something about this!' I started my new skin routine about a week ago and just felt something was missing, this Benton Snail Bee was added to my existing routine and wow, did I get some results quick! I'll absolutely be exploring more moisturizing products from Benton to add to my routine." — Apple S.
Get it from Amazon for $15.30.
35. Summer Fridays' Jet Lag Mask, because it's a total lifesaver for that long plane ride you've got coming up, but it can most certainly be used every day, too (and trust me, you'll want to)! The glycerin, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid formula help your skin soak up and hold onto moisture for plumper, radiant skin.
Sephora
Promising review:"This stuff is amazing. I use it both as an overnight mask and as a moisturizer on the days when I need a serious 'pick me up.' You can see the difference instantly — glowing and hydrated skin. I am buying it in bulk." — funnyanchika
Get it from Amazon or from Sephora for $26+ (available in two sizes).
36. A ~weightless~ liquid cream blush that reviewers are raving about for how high-pigmented and blendable the colors are. The utterly soft and dewy effect this bb has on your skin will have you daydreaming in all different shades of pink. Very Rare Beauty-esque, some might say! 👀
Promising review: "Creamy and blendable. These are great blushes and have lots of pigmentation. Very creamy and has a smooth application on the skin! It is a great [alternative] to the Rare Beauty blush. It lasted me the whole day and did not melt off. It has a lot of coverage and does not need too much when applying." — Harsh Argawal
Get it from Amazon for $6.39+ (clip the 20% off coupon on the product page for this price; available in nine shades and in sets).
You, stepping into the sun after using the Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum:
Summit Entertainment
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