Which beauty products really work

For the price point and how good it looked on her eyes, I thought why not. Holy moly. I'm in love. It makes my lashes longer, — looks like I'm natural but better — and has a thinner formula so it looks like I have a billion gorgeous lashes , and looks the same all day long. I cannot recommend this enough.

It doesn't rub during the day and give me that black-eye look. It's wonderful. Must buy. Promising review: "I suffer from eczema on my hands and washing my hands throughout the day causes severe damage cracked skin, redness, and sensitivity.

Thankfully my sister introduced me to this about a year ago and it has changed my life! No more dry, flaky, irritated skin. Even during those cold and dry winter days, my hands remain smooth and hydrated. Read more about this hydrating skincare formula in our write-up. Promising review: "LOVE this product! My hair is very dry and frizzy but this product made my hair so much more manageable and soft. Promising review: "This stuff is so amazing. Let me tell you. I think I've found my life foundation.

This is the longest-wear makeup I've ever owned with the best coverage. I have been through many many products, some of them I actually like pretty well but I believe this is the crown jewel of them all. I work twelve hour shifts in a hot trailer lifting pretty heavy stuff and when I get home I still look like a fabulous goddess. I gave a bottle of this to my best friend and she also adores it.

Thank you so much. Promising review: "Yes, go get it! All the hype is true! This makes your skin glow from within. I like using this in the morning. Preferably every other morning, instead of every day. It might be too strong for my skin to use it every day. Anyways, it's a great product! Go get it now if you're thinking about it!

Promising review: "I love this product! The scent is really nice and not overpowering and it works well to help my lips feel less dry. I love that I can put this on overnight and not worry about it while I sleep! This ingredient is strengthens hair and helps fight scalp problems like dandruff. Promising review: "This has been a game changer for me! I have super super dry hair and live in an even drier climate with 2A-3A, high porosity, fine, and inconsistent curls basically I have permanent bed head.

This is it! I prep with a leave in conditioner and then glaze this into my hair while soaking wet, brush to distribute, scrunch, and then air dry.

Thanks so much for making such a versatile product that works in lots of different hair types! Ninety-seven percent of customers would recommend this formula, which is packed with Jeju Volcanic Clusters and salicylic acid, for a clearer complexion. Promising review: "I was seriously surprised by this. A little went a long way, which means this is gonna last you forever.

I adored this mask. Promising review: "Absolutely essential! I cannot go without it. It removes all traces of all makeup, even eye makeup. My skin feels clean and silky soft.

In the morning, I swear my skin looks even better. Promising review: "I use this oil under my eyes every day and night and it's helped make that skin more plump and happy! But, whenever my skin seems to be in a rut, like it's just BLAH or dry or lackluster, I bring this oil into my life. Sometimes I use it every day or night, sometimes I mix four to five drops into my moisturizer or I just use this as a moisturizer and my face SOAKS it up. This will forever be a staple in my skincare routine.

Thankfully, this has a precision cover to prevent such mishaps. Promising review: "Performed as advertised. I have RA and plucking was painful but, these are perfect. A tub of brightening, firming and rejuvenating eye cream. So you at least look like you got some sleep, even if you were up until 2 a. Promising reviews: "Loved this product. It does what is advertised.

I will buy again. Great price, super creamy, and moisturizing. Will definitely purchase again. Perfect for anyone who wants to try this beauty trend they've seen all over TikTok. This method will help make your brows look thicker using just your existing hairs. And of course you can go in with a brow pen or powder to add even more fullness.

Promising review: "Great product! Just as advertised. It'll hold each hair in place so your brows always look perfectly groomed. Promising review: " This brow gel is exactly as advertised. It goes on smooth and will last all day, no chunking or flaking. For the price it's just incredible. It features a powerful head to suction up blackheads, whiteheads, grease and leftover makeup. It comes with four different attachments for all your skin care needs, as well as five suction levels so you can clear up your skin without painful blackhead-removing strips.

Promising review: " This product works as advertised. I was surprised and a little grossed out by the stuff it pulled from my pores. I've been using it about a month now and it's helping my pores look smaller and cleaner! Works great for oily skin and clogged pores. You need this if your dream is for your lashes to hold a voluminous curl. It's lightweight, won't transfer, doesn't smudge and lasts all day — what more could you ask for? Promising review: " One of the few products that actually performs as advertised.

I was so impressed by the waterproof version that I also got the regular — both are fantastic and I have tried A LOT of mascaras. Best value ever! This effective face mask empties your pores and brightens dark spots — but it also excels as a hair mask, especially if you have natural hair, and foot soak.

Reviewers recommend mixing it with ACV, but you may want to skip this step if you have sensitive skin. Promising review: "Works as advertised. You'll want this if your skin has lost its glow. Its antioxidants and fatty acids may help brighten dark spots and restore your skin's plumpness.

Use it on your face, nails and body for scrumdiddlyumptious results. Promising review: "Excellent product. Heals scars and rejuvenates your skin just as advertised. Promising review: " This product does what it advertises.

It is nearly full coverage, though I sometimes have to reapply on really red areas. I would not call it a moisturizer, but it does not dry out my skin as much as some other cosmetics.

The way the applicator is designed makes it easy to apply without having to use my fingers or a sponge. Check out my colleague's Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer review and learn why it's her favorite. Promising review: "This brush is head-ready for the type hair advertised! It's a great head scrubber when shampooing, or detangling and defining coils! I love it! The lightweight airiness of the brush is easy to hold and keep clean! Promising review: " Excellent product and just as advertised.

The smell is amazing — not too strong nor too flowery. I normally have very dry, frizzy hair, and this conditioner helped to combat some of the frizz and dryness. It made my hair more softer, and smoother. It also did not weigh my hair down like some conditioners do, and my hair felt very light.

The only con I have is that the bottle is small, and it's a bit expensive. It is absolutely wonderful. It feels amazing on my cheeks and adds so much dimension without me having to try.

Haze has a pretty rich pigment, so a little goes a really long way! It also works with skin tint really well. It blends seamlessly as advertised and feels weightless. I can't wait to buy the rest of the colors!! Promising review: " Works as advertised. I find it makes the dark marks disappear much quicker after a breakout. I bought this for mild under eye wrinkles and have definitely seen the difference.

Been using it for two months or so and now it's part of my holy grail products. I also noticed that I have had less breakouts since I started using this product.

Hydrocolloid, tea tree oil, and calendula oil are gentle on the skin while still drawing out fluids and pus from your pimple. A Revlon hot air brush to help you go from wet, tangled, frizzy hair to a shiny, salon-worthy blowout in minutes. A Schick Silk dermaplaning razor if the thought of trimming your brows reminds you of the horrible time in middle school that you accidentally shaved off half your eyebrow.

Thankfully this has a precision cover to prevent such mishaps. Recently, I learned the importance of sunscreen use every day, even when not exposed to the sun.

I stumbled across Black Girl Sunscreen which specifically caters to melanin skin and protects from hyperpigmentation and sun damage. I love how lightweight and gentle it goes on with no residue! Also, perfect under makeup! According to my dermatologist, daily sunscreen is the most essential skincare and the crux of all anti-aging efforts.

Elta MD Clear is my go-to light, blend-able sunscreen with necessary zinc! I panic when I run out, then buy two more. From the Superfood cleanser, which is packed with kale, spinach, and green tea, to the creamy air-whip moisturizer, my skin has never felt healthier. Put some Biafine on it.

Cuts and bruises? I was so used to using it as a topical ointment that I never even realized it was a French beauty staple until later in life. I will be traveling again soon and this paired down serum works for face, eye, day, night and airplane! I am obsessed with the women of color-founded skincare brand, Topicals. The Like Butter Mask helps keep my face moisturized all day long, while the Faded Serum drastically reduces my scars, discoloration, and post-acne marks.

Ampoules, ampoules, and more ampoules. Easy to store, easy to travel with, and their individual single-use guarantees no gunk or bacteria is getting in. I recently discovered this hyaluronic acid set by Irene Forte. I can feel my skin soaking the liquid up. And they have a lovely, slightly oily in a good way consistency, which I just love. While spending time in my second home in Paris, I met dermatologist Loubna Khenissa.

Crossing paths with each other seems pre-destined as her practice and beauty products cater to everything my skin needed at the time: hydration from long flights, rebalancing from the constant change in temperature, and stimulation from the long days of wearing a mask.

I believe in her philosophy and have seen results almost immediately. They are made for your skin specifically and require a personalized consultation. The way skincare should be! Augustinus Bader the Rich Cream. Shop Now. Joanna Vargas Super Nova Serum.

Lumity Skin Nutrients Facial Oil. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic.