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10-07-2025
- Entertainment
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The Best Eyeliner In The World Is On Sale For Prime Day
Listen, there are a lot of good liquid eyeliners out there, and I've tried my share, but please listen when I say that Stila's Stay All Day liner is the greatest, most reliable pen on the market. Kat Von D eyeliner doesn't stay as well, and Nyx is harder to control. Do not fight me on this!!! Now that we're on the same page, we can all agree that it's HUGE NEWS that the iconic liner is on sale for Prime Day. 30% off, baby! Load up your cart! Normally, this eyeliner costs $24 (and is worth every cent), but today, on this joyous holiday, it only costs $16.80. If you're somehow not excited/buying one in each color, lemme explain why I stan this liner so hard. (Here is proof that even someone as makeup illiterate as I am can still competently draw wings. Thanks, Stila!) Stila's Stay All Day eyeliner lasts forever without smudging, glides on effortlessly, is super pigmented, and has a sharp tip so you can draw wings with ease. And it comes in 12 colors, five of which are on sale. You're gonna feel like a darn artist wielding this I find that with inkier liners like Nyx, the liner will stamp onto the crease of my lid if I'm not careful. Stila dries pretty quickly, so I don't have a problem with smudging. Still not sold? It has over 31,000 5-star ratings. Just read what people are saying about this miracle makeup: "I've been using this eyeliner for a really long time now. I have purchased about four consecutively, and they all last a really long time before they dry out. I will say that it is very, very dark and very black (which I love). It is also extremely easy to apply your eyeliner thin or thick. I highly recommend this to anyone who is new to liner." —LC"Stila is the absolute best liquid eyeliner I have ever tried. It doesn't fade or crack, and stays on through sleeping or tears. It's very, very smudge-proof, and it does not flake AT ALL. It dries quickly, and even though it is waterproof (as long as you don't touch it excessively), it stays. It's also easy to clean off at the end of the day. No hard scrubbing to get it off, makeup wipes will take it off easily. It's amazing for creating perfect wings, or drawing artfully for Halloween." —Chick Everyone looks great with their eyeliner, and you will too! Especially for that price. Get it now for $16.80 during Prime Day and thank me later. If only I had known about Stila's magical properties during my emo phase. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
Buzz Feed
06-07-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
49 Beauty Items With Otherworldly Results
A Turmeric Overnight Wrapping Peel Off Mask (from viral K-Beauty brand Medicube) — it's packed with vitamin C, kojic acid and collagen, plus the namesake turmeric, to brighten and even your skin while you get a solid night of beauty sleep. And maybe the best part: you get to peeeeeeeel it off in the morning; very satisfying. The term "morning shed" just literal. RoC Multi Correxion Revive + Glow Vitamin C Eye Balm — it's going viral for how well it moisturizes the under-eyes, especially before concealer to prevent cakiness or settling into fine lines. Plus, the skincare ingredients (the namesake vitamin C and peptides) can help brighten and firm the delicate skin under your eyes. And you can't beat the easy-to-apply stick — just swipe it on! Stila's Stay All Day liquid eyeliner with a smudge-free felt tip that makes creating the perfect cat eye simpler than ever. While it may not be a magic wand, it does have a long-lasting formula reviewers love that doesn't bleed, crack, or budge (as the name suggests) alllllll day. Mielle's (TikTok-famous) Rosemary Mint strengthening oil, a potion reviewers swear by to nourish their scalps, strengthening and promoting hair growth at the root. It's formulated with biotin, moisturizing oils like jojoba, plus rosemary and mint oils, which can help stimulate the scalp. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream — it's not only your face that deserves a skincare routine! This is formulated with salicylic acid for chemically exfoliating that delicate skin (without harsh scrubbing) plus glycerine and aloe for plenty of hydration. Reviewers are surprised at the results they get but note that it does take time. So don't forget to take a before photo, and get to slathering! O'Keeffe's Lip Repair, a lip sleeping mask from the magicians behind the cult-favorite Working Hand and Healthy Feet creams — and just like those borderline miraculous products, reviewers say this balm will heal and repair dry, cracking, chapped lips like no other product has. Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder if you're looking for a mattifying option that still leaves your skin ~radiant~. This K-beauty innovation sets makeup, absorbs oil, and blurs and smooths the appearance of skin so your makeup looks flawless all magic wand required. And btw, the packaging is magic, too — there's silicone mesh across the top for easy application without a powdery mess. CeraVe Retinol Serum that lives up to the CeraVe name and uses *encapsulated* retinol to cast a banishing spell on the appearance of scars and pores without flaking or redness. If you haven't gotten into retinoids yet or are worried about irritating your skin, this gentle but effective serum is a great option — and reviewers say they like it better than other, more expensive options (like Murad's Retinol Serum, which retails for $92). Or prescription-strength (but not prescription-priced) Differin Retinoid gel, because it's a true classic for a reason. It is designed to promote and "normalize" skin cell turnover, which can help clear existing breakouts, combat inflammation, and prevent the actual production of acne in the future. Bio-Oil Multi-Use Skincare Oil, the sworn favorite of thousands of people to moisturize skin, help reduce the appearance of scars, prevent and reduce the appearance of stretch marks, and even out skin tone, thanks to the moisturizing blend of oils and vitamins A and E. Cosrx's snail mucin repairing essence — but despite the key ingredient, there are no snail-like results here: Just pat it in the evening, and you'll be appreciating the moisture boost right away. Reviewers say it helps with acne, inflammation, peeling, fine lines, and even eczema! Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, a cult-favorite body butter you're going to want to slather all over your body, thanks to the deep hydration (cupuaçu butter, coconut oil, and açai oil!) and temporary skin-tightening (caffeine!) it provides, plus a fragrance with notes of salted caramel and vanilla that reviewers L O V E. Glow Recipe Niacinamide Dew Drops, because they are alllllll over TikTok for a reason. They work instantly aaaand over time to boost your skin's brightness (without any glitter). Use a couple of drops before your makeup as a primer, alone as a serum, or as a last step for a dewy finish to ~show off your glow~. If this product name sounds like it was made was made by woodland because maybe it was! A set of Lilac St. false lash segments that last for up to *10 days*. Just apply the mascara-like glue to the underside of your lashes and attach the segments wherever you'd like additional length and volume — behold! You've got natural-looking lash extensions for MUCH less. Sticking charm or lash glue...? I'll never tell. A butt acne-clearing lotion formulated with tea tree oil to fight pimple-causing bacteria, helping clear existing acne and helping to prevent it from coming back in the long run. That'll come in really handy during sweaty butt season. Reviewers use it on their thighs and back too, and say this lotion helps their skin feel suuuper soft! Peach Slices Smoothing Solution Ingrown Hair Treatment in a genius roll-on design perfect for mess-free application post-hair removal. The formula is chock-full of chemical exfoliants (AHA, BHA, and PHA), which can help prevent ingrown hairs and bumps, plus brightening ingredients like niacinamide and licorice extract which can help banish dark spots from previous ingrowns. My all-time desert island holy grail, CeraVe's Skin Renewing night cream, which delivers on hydration and softness and protects your skin's natural barrier — I won't use an expensive night cream again. It's formulated with ceramides (as the brand is known for), plus niacinamide (for brightening), peptides (for firmer skin), and hyaluronic acid (for hydration). There's a reason people can't stop talking about CeraVe on TikTok! Londontown's illuminating nail concealer, a sheer but buildable formula that cancels out yellowing or staining, leaving healthy-looking, glowing nails and a little flush of color, which you can also layer for that glazed nail look that's so on trend! Personally, I could totally see Glinda stocking up on the shade "Bubble" (it's even pink!). A Briotech spray with the same magical ingredient as the very beloved Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray: hypochlorous acid. Just spritz it on whenever your skin needs a little de-stressing, and it'll help soothe inflammation, tone down redness, and strengthen your skin's barrier. A hydrocolloid nose patch (from pimple patch fan-fave brand Mighty Patch) that targets your whole nose all at once, absorbing gunk and oil from multiple pimples and pores all at once and trapping it so you can toss it right in the trash. Say goodbye to those damaging adhesive nose strips once and for all! An automatic makeup brush cleaner with a textured silicone bowl to really get those foundation- and eyeshadow-caked brushes cleaner than ever — without a lot of elbow grease on your part. Just squirt in some makeup brush shampoo (I recommend the EcoTools one!) and water, plug 'er in, press the button, and away the bowl spins, scrubbing your brushes clean while you simply hold them in place! This is the next best thing to a Merlin-cleaning-dishes-in-The-Sword-in-the-Stone-type charm. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that can magic away that pesky hard, dead skin in just a few minutes — for real, don't leave it on for more than that. Then just rinse, sand with a pumice stone or rasp, and enjoy those silky-smooth feet! If you love Baby Foot but hate waiting, this is a great option. An ergonomically designed detangling brush with cone-shaped bristles that separate snarls by pulling them apart sideways, not tugging them down. Reviewers say it's a miracle worker for everything from thick, coily hair to the finest strands! Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré, a fan-favorite French moisturizer that you could stock up on during your next trip to just order straight from Amazon (it's a verified seller!), especially until teleportation exists. Reviewers and makeup artists alike swear by this for a super-hydrating, non-greasy base under cosmetics (and bonus: it smells really good too). An exfoliating mitten so you can scrub off dead skin cells and reveal softer, smoother skin during your Everything Showers. Just lather up and (gently!) massage your skin — reviewers say this is great for preventing ingrown hairs, helping reduce KP, and using before applying fake tan! And an exfoliating First Aid Beauty Bump eraser body scrub reviewers with KP (aka keratosis pilaris) swear by to get rid of those tiny red bumps, without slathering on any additional potions — just use in the shower instead of your regular soap. It contains 10% glycolic and lactic acids, and has tiny pumice exfoliants to buff away dead skin for smooooooooooth arms. L'Occitane's fast-absorbing shea butter hand cream, because if you have dry, cracked skin or just hate the feeling of papery hands post-washing when you're on the go, you need this lil' guy in your bag. And fear not: there's no overly greasy feeling after, either! L'Oreal True Match Lumi Glotion, a glycerin-infused illuminator you can mix in with moisturizer or foundation, wear as a base under makeup, *or* apply as a highlight or bronzer for a natural-looking (and not glittery) glow — without conjuring your own sunlight. A nongreasy eye cream designed to help deflate your under-eye bags, hydrate your delicate skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and brighten your under eyes, thanks to a blend of aloe, rosehip seed oil, and vitamins C & E. Kosas's Revealer Concealer — a super popular and splurge-worthy pick thanks to its skincare ingredients (hello caffeine, hyaluronic acid, and peptides) and brightening, buildable coverage, so you can spot conceal on no-makeup days or use as part of a full face of makeup. Urban Decay's All Nighter setting spray, which is a fan-favorite for a reason. It's lightweight and buildable, so you can spray it on as you apply your makeup look, and will help keep your makeup from budging all day and all night — even up to 16 hours! A TikTok-famous flat-top oval brush that has tightly-packed, but super-soft fibers to seamlessly blend your products, from foundation to concealer, for an airbrushed finish you might think was otherwise done by a magic wand. E.l.f. Poreless Putty primer, which is infused with squalene to hydrate, smooth over skin for a seamless finish, and hold onto makeup for all-day staying power. It can help cast a cloaking spell to help blur your skin, too. You mayyyy have seen this all over TikTok over the past few years, and the reviews back up the hype! Or if you prefer gripping-style primers like Milk Hydro Grip (which reviewers say this is similar to!), E.l.f.'s Power Grip, which is formulated with hyaluronic acid to plump the appearance of skin and designed to *hug* to your makeup for all-day wear. And it's fragrance-free! Bioderma micellar water, a perfect addition to your double cleansing routine — it removes allllll your makeup and excess oil without harsh scrubbing or irritating sensitive skin. Now you'll know you've actually removed your sunscreen and makeup before bed — without having to use those aggressive makeup wipes. Or Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 cleansing balm, a non-irritating makeup remover formulated with Japanese pearl barley to help brighten skin as it cleanses. Just scoop out a pea-sized amount (it comes with a lil' spatula!) and massage into your skin — it'll become a luxurious oil and gently dissolve allllll the makeup, SPF, dirt, oil, and more, leaving no residue behind *and* not overly stripping skin of moisture. A bottle of CND SolarOil, a nail and cuticle oil to help your nails grow and grow (no peeling!), and keep your cuticles nourished and soft, no matter how much hand sanitizer you're using. Just massage in the jojoba oil and vitamin E infused formula daily. A 2-in-1 Kiss eyeliner that's actually *also* false eyelash glue, so you can get out the door in way less time — just line with the easy-to-draw felt tip, let the glue get tacky, and stick those falsies on! Skin-lifting, pore-tightening Skin1004 face masks with results that reviewers swear by — not to mention the fact that using them is weirdly fun? The mask tightens as it dries on your face, giving you the titular "zombie" effect (just better more expensive Hanacure). NYX Brow Glue, an extreme hold eyebrow gel (up to 16 hours!) to keep your brow hairs in place alllll day long, especially if you like that "laminated" look. Reviewers agree that the hold is great, the formula doesn't flake off, and that it also washes off easily! Radha rosehip oil to not only soften skin and lock in moisture (just like other oils), but also help reduce redness and breakouts, thanks to the rich blend of vitamins A, C, and E, fatty acids and anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Essence's Lash Princess mascara, which over *200,000* 5-star reviewers swear by for dramatic length and volume *without* clumps, thanks to the flake- and gob-free formula and cone-shaped brush. Elizabeth Mott's cult favorite Thank Me Later eyeshadow primer to keep your favorite eye makeup look on lock all day AND all night — *no* creasing. That's right, you will NOT have to reapply before your evening plans. Vanicream, a sensitive skin-friendly moisturizer free of common irritants (and fragrance free!) reviewers love to use on their face *and* body. The included pump dispenser is great for easy application, and avoiding contamination the jar. Plus, it has the seal of acceptance from the National Eczema Association! SoCozy curl conditioning spray, which was designed with kiddos' curls in mind, but works for reviewers of all ages! This leave-in conditioner moisturizes and helps improve curl definition and elasticity with just a few quick spritzes, which is great for impatient kids *and* grown-ups with limited time. E.l.f. Camo liquid blush if you're a fan of Saie's Dew blushes or Rare Beauty's liquid blushes — this has a similar doe-foot applicator. E.l.f.'s liquid blush is newer but already beloved by reviewers for its bendability and level of pigment! A bottle of Elizavecca Hair Treatment for an intense at-home mask that'll help your strands look and feel less damaged in just five minutes. It's basically a time machine for your hair, is what I'm saying. Some reviewers say it's even BETTER than Olaplex, which is over three times the price! The Revlon One-Step Hot Air Brush (now with an upgraded motor) with a unique oval-shaped barrel so you can get super close to your scalp for smooth hair and majorly boosted volume at the roots without having to juggle a brush and blow-dryer. One reviewer says it takes less time to dry than their Dry Bar Brush! I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder, which comes packaged in an easy-to-apply, perfect-for-travel powder puff applicator you just tap-tap-tap onto your hair. Just massage the ultra-fine powder into your roots (it's formulated with black ginseng and biotin btw!), and it'll quickly absorb excess oil, leaving you with volumized and refreshed-looking hair.
Buzz Feed
23-06-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
Acne Patches, Purple Shampoo And 24 Other Beauty Products That May Seem Sus, But Actually Work
A pack of Mighty Patches, which use hydrocolloid to practically disappear your pus-filled blemishes and pimples, while keeping you from picking and popping. Who knew such a small thing could make such a big impact? But these invisible circular patches are designed to work their absorbent magic over the course of six hours, aka right before your eyes. Or these XL Surface Mighty Patches, which boast the same hydrocolloid ingredient, but are large enough to cover several pus-filled pimples or zits at once on your jawline, back, or neck! Get at those blemishes in harder-to-reach areas and worry less as the pimple patch works overnight. Oh, and even if you move around in your sleep, these sticky strips won't budge! A purple shampoo trio set with shampoo, conditioner, and a hair mask to help keep your platinum, silver, gray, and blonde hair looking salon-fresh by removing yellow and brassy tones. I'm no artist, but I'm pretty sure the way the color wheel is somehow cancels out orange, and this shampoo is proof! The Cosrx Snail Mucin Power Essence, a top-rated serum made up of 96.3% snail secretion for a lightweight formula that helps hydrate and restore dry, dull skin, leaving you with a glowing complexion. Even if you raise an eyebrow at escargot, the results of this skincare fave will make you think whoever took a chance on a snail's skincare "secret" might actually be a genius. Plus, a powerful snail repair cream that's also created with the popular K-beauty secret, snail mucin extract, to help moisturize, brighten, and even your skin tone for a glass-like finish. If you're looking to revamp your daily skincare routine without spending hundreds of dollars, this multipurpose product will help you get glowing skin and last you a long time according to reviewers! Revlon's oil-absorbing volcanic face roller — it's an infinitely washable volcanic stone roller ball that soaks up excess oil and delivers an instant matte finish in seconds, leaving your makeup intact. It's pretty sus that dried up lava could help with oily skin, but just look at these results! Elizabeth Mott's Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask featuring a foaming charcoal formula to get deep into your pores and remove dead skin, dirt, and other impurities, so your skin looks and feels all shiny and new like a just-emerged soft-shell crab! Sometimes the most ridiculous-looking products are the most efficient, and this cleansing mask will prove it! An odd but fun lip stain mask that applies with a deep blue hue that will have you so skeptical you might think you're doing it wrong! But when wiped off, the stain reveals a dramatic bold or natural-looking lip shade with a lovely matte finish that won't be plastered on your champagne flute when it's time to take capture the iconic millennial Boomerang of glasses clinking! The Stila One-Step Color-Correcting Facial Serum, which is designed to help you color-correct and brighten your complexion by combatting redness and dark spots with the combination of color theory and a nourishing blend of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The reviewer below used this facial serum to cover up a bad sunburn, but it would also work well for correcting dark circles that pop up after a late night waiting in queue for concert tickets. 😮💨 A two-pack of dark spot corrector bar soap boasting a revitalizing and hydrating blend of retinol, hyaluronic acid, shea butter, turmeric, and vitamins C and E for a hydrating cleanse to help even skin tone and reduce dark spots wherever you want to. You'll stare at this yellow bar of soap in the shower and roll your eyes, but just wait until you're wearing less in the 95 degree temps and actually notice the difference. An internet-famed Bum Bum Body Cream that boasts a blend of caffeine-packed guarana extract and coconut oil to help *visibly* firm and moisturize skin, so you can step out this season feeling as confident as ever. You're telling me, this lotion will help make my skin look TIGHT and it smells ah-may-zing?! A stainless-steel blackhead spatula, which helps unclog pores using high-frequency vibrations, helping your skin better absorb your favorite toners, moisturizers, and serums. Each cycle runs for just five minutes before automatically shutting off, and the gunk leftover on the spatula is all you need to convert from a skeptic to a 5-star reviewer! The top-rated, reviewer-beloved Hard as Hoof nourishing cream to help condition cuticles and promote nail growth with a nourishing combination of urea, shea butter, coconut oil, beeswax, and other reparative ingredients. Each time you moisturize your hands you'll think you're kidding yourself, but with consistent use you'll be showing off lengthy manicure-ready claws in no time! A waterproof eyeliner stamp, which makes it easier than ever to nail a perfect winged liner look. It may not look like much (and costs even less!), but when you're getting ready to go meet the crew for karaoke it will take less time than rapping Nicki Minaj's "Monster" verse to get the *flick* you want and deserve! An adorable polar bear hydrating eye stick featuring Icelandic glacier water to help reduce puffiness, tighten skin, and make dark circles seem as if they were never there. If you didn't believe in the magical properties of skin-tone-evening niacinamide and soothing seaweed this after a long night of binge-watching and witness the disappearing trick yourself! Vacation's Classic Whip SPF 30 — a water-resistant and sensitive skin-friendly sunscreen that comes in a literal whipped cream can! You'll boggle the mind of any onlooker as you apply this forbidden "dessert for your skin", and it's so lightweight you might not switch back to whichever sunscreen you were using before! A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo, which doubles as a clarifying shampoo to help remove product buildup *and* thicken the appearance of your lovely tresses. Reviewers are amazed with how quickly it works, reporting less shed hair! Essence's "What the Fake!" Plumping Lip Filler with a moisturizing blend of hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, so you can show off the JUICIEST pout on this side of the Mississippi. You might scoff, and it might tingle a little, but the results are 100% worth it. The TikTok famous Lumify Eye Drops to help reduce redness in record time. It didn't climb its way to being a number one seller for no reason — according to reviewers, you see results in just minutes! This will really come in handy now that allergy season is here to stay, so you'll want it in your purse alongside tissues. 🤧 The splurge-worthy Shark FlexStyle system, which is designed for drying and styling with a set of interchangeable attachments for you to achieve the volume and style of your dreams with minimal heat damage and quick drying times. It may not be completely heatless, but if you told anyone in the early 2000s you could complete your daily hair routine with only one product, they would have laughed in your face! Or a RobeCurls heatless hair curler with luxe satin to help keep your tresses moisturized and frizz-free throughout the day. Simply wrap your hair around this flexible rod (yup, just one!) and wear it to sleep like a headband. When you wake up and remove it, you'll be obsessed with your voluminous, bouncy curls, ringlets, or beach waves and already being halfway through your morning routine! A tea tree mask kit with a powder-to-jelly formula that offers a professional esthetician vibe from the comfort of your home. Don't be surprised when you start feeling the gelatinous formula practically sculpt to your face, getting into every fine line or wrinkle to help soothe and hydrate your skin all over. At first, the jelly might feel like a gimmick until you're enjoying the cooling feeling on every pore and wondering why you haven't used this before! An under-eye brightener that's designed with a lightweight, color-balancing formula infused with hydrating hyaluronic acid and nourishing shea butter for a reliable coverage solution. Color-balancing in makeup is truly nothing short of practical if it can disappear dark circles and under-eye bags! A pair of teeth-whitening pens to help remove years (!!!) of staining from your pearly whites, simply by applying a thin layer twice a day! Coffee, red wine, chocolate, and other things that stain your teeth no longer have to be your nemesis after adding this pen to your routine — you'll wish you started using this years ago! MagicMinerals AirBrush Foundation, which has become a fan-favorite for reviewers over 30 for its easy application and stunning Photoshop-worthy results. Simply spray the lightweight foundation on the included brush (so no worrying about covering your lashes or brows) and marvel at how it glides onto your skin and delivers a flawless complexion! Spray on foundation? That doesn't look a mess? You better believe it! I Dew Care "Tap Secret" mattifying powder shampoo, a benzene-free non-aerosol formula that you simply sprinkle onto your roots and massage into your scalp for quick cleansing after a hard workout. You might be asking yourself: Could a powder really let me skip a wash day? Well, the cleansing formula helps eliminate grease and oil along your roots and scalp, so your hair will even look and smell fresh after a little zhuzing!
Times
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
How to pull off summer's no make-up look
No make-up make-up is the ultimate beauty oxymoron. Don't expect it to involve fewer products or any less money, but it will most definitely leave you looking your best without seeming overly made-up. In other words, it is perfect for long summer days and lazy holidays. Here's what really works. Stila All About The Blur StickNow this is a little stick of magic that goes on clear, mattifies and gives a soft-focus finish but without pigment. Use on shiny T-zones on warmer days and watch pores, unwanted shine and sweat disappear. £28.50; Merit The Uniform Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF50This tinted sunscreen has taken the beauty cognoscenti by storm this summer. Why? Because it truly works on all skin shades and gives a flattering finish, especially on sensitive and oilier skin. It's not a primary SPF but ideal for an added layer of sun protection. It looks great on the go, comes in 15 shades and is a multifunction summertime saver. £34; Erborian CC CrèmeSeeing is believing with this little beauty from the wildly popular Korean brand. It goes on looking like a moisturiser yet turns to a lightly pigmented, Instagram-esque 'Paris filter' for your face. Just recently it has been reduced in price. It comes in four shades but more are promised later this year. I tested this on This Morning and every male presenter wanted to take one home. Your skin on its best day in a tube. £38; • Caroline Hirons: Britain's most powerful beauty expert House of Hur Moist Ampoule BlusherThis is the serum soft-tint liquid blusher that took TikTok by storm as the much more reasonably priced alternative to Armani. It comes in three shades and is gorgeous: super-flattering and sheer, it blends Korean hydrating skincare with a hint of a tint. £15; Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip and Cheek StainThis lip balm goes on sheer but reacts to the pH of your lips to create a flattering, slightly intensified version of your lip colour. What's more, it acts as a lipcare balm at the same time to stave off the threat of dry, parched lips. £35, in four shades; Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh TintChanel has trouble keeping this in stock the minute the sun shines because it is such a cult product. It adds a hint of a tint, a hit of hydration and a healthy glow. Add concealer for more coverage, but this is the type of base you can wear on the beach and not look as if you're wearing a scrap of make-up (just great skin). £55, in eight shades; 19/99 Lash Tint MascaraNow this is clever: a mascara that is so subtle it can be worn in your brows too. It looks more like a lash tint as it adds colour but no volume or length, for a really natural and pretty look. It's tubing too, so no telltale smudges on hot and sweaty days. Better yet, it will rinse away with just warm water when you want. This is a brilliant Canadian brand that specialises in multipurpose products that are affordable too. £14, in three shades; • Read more beauty product reviews and advice from our experts Wonderskin FYP Translucent PowderI don't care how natural you look, you never want to be sweaty or shiny, and this totally translucent powder will work over even the most subtle base and on any skin tone. I discovered this when chatting to the make-up legend Val Garland, who keeps it in her SOS kit on set both for her own face when filming Glow Up and for models on cover shoots. £18; Glossier Shadow Stick Sometimes you need just a touch of shadow to define the eye in the lash line and in the crease of both eyes. This comes in five shades with music-themed names: try Riff for contouring – it's the ideal neutral shade that creates shadow and definition, blends easily, stays in place and doesn't really look like eyeshadow. £22; Find @nadinebaggott on Instagram and YouTube where she answers all your beauty questions
Buzz Feed
13-06-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
47 Beauty Products That Work So Well, Reviewers Called Them 'Wizardry,' 'Sorcery' Or Just Plain 'Magic'
O'Keeffe's Lip Repair, a lip sleeping mask from the brand behind the cult-favorite Working Hand and Healthy Feet creams — and just like those borderline miraculous products, reviewers say this balm will heal and repair dry, cracking, chapped lips like no other product has. Stila's Stay All Day liquid eyeliner with a smudge-free felt tip that makes creating the perfect cat eye simpler than ever with a long-lasting formula that doesn't bleed, crack, or budge (as the name suggests) alllllll day. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream — it's not only your face that deserves a skincare routine! This is formulated with salicylic acid for chemically exfoliating that delicate skin (without harsh scrubbing) plus glycerine and aloe for plenty of hydration. Reviewers are surprised at the results they get but note that it does take time. So don't forget to take a before photo, and get to slathering! Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder if you're looking for a mattifying option that still leaves your skin ~radiant~. This K-beauty innovation sets makeup, absorbs oil, and blurs and smooths the appearance of skin so your makeup looks flawless all magic wand required. And btw, the packaging is magic, too — there's silicone mesh across the top for easy application without a powdery mess. Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask you can wear overnight for a serious boost of hydration, firming, and brightening — even reducing the appearance of pores and fine lines. Reviewers say they noticed a difference in just one use *and* that people stopped to compliment their skin! Btw, once you wake up and see where the mask has become transparent, you'll know the serum is absorbed — how cool is that? CeraVe Retinol Serum that lives up to the CeraVe name and uses *encapsulated* retinol to reduce the appearance of scars and pores without flaking or redness. If you haven't gotten into retinoids yet or are worried about irritating your skin, this gentle but effective serum is a great option — and reviewers say they like it better than other more expensive options (like Murad's Retinol Serum, which retails for $92). Or prescription-strength (but not prescription-priced) Differin Retinoid gel, because it's a true classic for a reason. It is designed to promote and "normalize" skin cell turnover, which can help clear existing breakouts, combat inflammation, and prevent the actual production of acne in the future. And since retinol increases collagen, it can help with fine lines and wrinkles as well! Bio-Oil Multi-Use Skincare Oil, the sworn favorite of thousands of people to moisturize skin, help reduce the appearance of scars, prevent and reduce the apperaance of stretch marks, and even out skin tone, thanks to the moisturizing blend of oils and vitamins A and E. Cosrx's snail mucin repairing essence that may seem like it would give you the ick, but is totally worth adding to your routine. No snail-like results here: Just pat it in the evening, and you'll be appreciating the moisture boost right away. Reviewers say it helps with acne, inflammation, peeling, fine lines, and even eczema! Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, a cult-favorite body cream you're going to want to slather all over your body, thanks to the deep hydration (cupuaçu butter, coconut oil, and açai oil!) and temporary skin-tightening (caffeine!) it provides, plus a fragrance with notes of salted caramel and vanilla that reviewers L O V E. A set of Lilac St. false lash segments that last for up to *10 days*. Just apply the mascara-like glue to the underside of your lashes and attach the segments wherever you'd like additional length and volume — behold! You've got natural-looking lash extensions for MUCH less. My all-time desert island holy grail, CeraVe's Skin Renewing night cream, which delivers on hydration and softness and protects your skin's natural barrier — I won't use an expensive night cream again. There's a reason people can't stop talking about CeraVe on TikTok! Londontown's illuminating nail concealer, a sheer but buildable formula that cancels out yellowing or staining, leaving healthy-looking, glowing nails and a little flush of color, which you can also layer for that glazed nail look that's so on trend! A hydrocolloid nose patch (from pimple patch fan-fave brand Mighty Patch) that targets your whole nose all at once, absorbing gunk and oil from multiple pimples and pores all at once and trapping it so you can toss it right in the trash. Say goodbye to those damaging adhesive nose strips once and for all! An automatic makeup brush cleaner with a textured silicone bowl to really get those foundation- and eyeshadow-caked brushes cleaner than ever — without a lot of elbow grease on your part. Just squirt in some makeup brush shampoo (I recommend the EcoTools one!) and water, plug 'er in, press the button, and away the bowl spins, scrubbing your brushes clean while you simply hold them in place! A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that can dissolve that pesky, hard dead skin in just a few minutes — for real, don't leave it on for more than that. Then just rinse, sand with a pumice stone or rasp, and enjoy those silky-smooth feet! If you love Baby Foot but hate waiting, this is a great option. An ergonomically designed detangling brush with cone-shaped bristles that separate tangles by pulling them apart sideways, not tugging them down. Reviewers say it's a miracle worker for everything from thick, coily hair to the finest strands! A satin pillowcase to help maintain hair and skin health even as you sleep, reducing pesky frizz and breakage when compared with regular cotton or other fiber pillowcases — that means longer-lasting blowouts and less damage in the long run. Why spend the money on pricey brands like Slip and Blissy? An exfoliating mitten so you can scrub off dead skin cells and reveal softer, smoother skin during your Everything Showers. Just lather up and (gently!) massage your skin — reviewers say this is great for preventing ingrown hairs, helping reduce KP, and using before applying fake tan! Or an exfoliating First Aid Beauty Bump eraser body scrub reviewers with KP (aka keratosis pilaris) swear by to get rid of those tiny red bumps, without slathering on any additional creams or products — just use in the shower instead of your regular soap. L'Occitane's fast-absorbing shea butter hand cream, because if you have dry, cracked hands or just hate the feeling of papery hands post-washing when you're on the go, you need this lil' guy in your bag. And there's no overly greasy feeling after, either! L'Oreal True Match Lumi Glotion, a glycerin-infused illuminator you can mix in with moisturizer or foundation, wear as a base under makeup, *or* apply as a highlight or bronzer for a natural looking (and not glittery) glow. A nongreasy eye cream designed to help deflate your under eye bags, hydrate your delicate skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and brighten your under eyes, thanks to a blend of aloe, rosehip seed oil, and vitamins C & E. Glow Recipe Niacinamide Dew Drops, because they are alllllll over TikTok for a reason. They work instantly aaaand over time to boost your skin's brightness (without any glitter). Use a couple drops before your makeup as a primer, alone as a serum, or as a last step for a dewy finish to ~show off your glow~. Kosas's Revealer Concealer — a super popular and splurge-worthy pick thanks to its skincare benefits (hello caffeine, hyaluronic acid, and peptides) and brightening, buildable coverage, so you can spot conceal on no-makeup days or use as part of a full face of makeup. Urban Decay's All Nighter setting spray, which is a fan-favorite for a reason. It's lightweight and buildable, so you can spray it on as you apply your makeup look, and will help keep your makeup from budging all day and all night — even up to 16 hours! TruSkin vitamin C serum is formulated with hyaluronic acid (to provide a boost of hydration), soothing aloe vera, and vitamin E (in addition to the namesake vitamin C) — a combo designed to brighten and smooth your skin for your glowiest glow yet. And money-saving alert: reviewers say it's comparable to the SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic serum (which costs $182 for the full-size btw!). E.l.f. Poreless Putty primer, which is infused with squalene to hydrate, smooth over skin for a seamless finish, and hold onto makeup for all-day staying power. You mayyyy have seen this all over TikTok, and the reviews back up the hype! Or if you prefer gripping-style primers like Milk Hydro Grip (which reviewers say this is similar to!), E.l.f.'s Power Grip, which is formulated with hyaluronic acid to plump the appearance of skin and designed to *hug* to your makeup for all-day wear. And it's fragrance-free! Bioderma micellar water, a perfect addition to your double cleansing routine — it removes allllll your makeup and excess oil without harsh scrubbing or irritating sensitive skin. Now you'll know you've actually removed your sunscreen and makeup before bed — without having to use those aggressive makeup wipes. Or Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil, a K-beauty cleanser you can use as step one of your double cleanse. Just apply to dry skin and gently massage, then emulsify with water to dissolve makeup and sunscreen and remove sebum and the day's grime, leaving your skin refreshed but not stripped. Reviewers *swear* by it for helping reduce blackheads and sebaceous filaments, too! Or! For a balm option, Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 cleansing balm, a non-irritating makeup remover formulated with Japanese pearl barley to help brighten skin as it cleanses. Just scoop out a pea-sized amount (it comes with a lil' spatula!) and massage into your skin — it'll become a luxurious oil and gently dissolve allllll the makeup, SPF, dirt, oil, and more, leaving no residue behind *and* not overly stripping skin of moisture. A TikTok-famous flat-top oval brush that has tightly-packed, but super-soft fibers to seamlessly blend your products, from foundation to concealer, for an airbrushed finish. A bottle of CND SolarOil, a nail and cuticle oil to help your nails grow and grow (no peeling!), and keep your cuticles nourished and soft, no matter how much hand sanitizer you're using. Just massage in the jojoba oil and vitamin E infused formula daily. A 2-in-1 Kiss eyeliner that's actually *also* false eyelash glue, so you can get out the door in way less time — just line with the easy-to-draw felt tip, let the glue get tacky, and stick those falsies on! Skin-lifting, pore-tightening Skin1004 face masks with results that reviewers swear by — not to mention the fact that using them is weirdly fun? The mask tightens as it dries on your face, giving you the titular "zombie" effect (just better more expensive Hanacure). NYX Brow Glue, an extreme hold eyebrow gel (up to 16 hours!) to keep your brow hairs in place alllll day long, especially if you like that "laminated" look. Reviewers agree the hold is great, the formula doesn't flake off, and that it also washes off easily! Radha rosehip oil to not only soften skin and lock in moisture (just like other oils), but also help reduce redness and breakouts, thanks to the rich blend of vitamins A, C, and E, fatty acids and anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Essence's Lash Princess mascara, which over *200,000* 5-star reviewers swear by for dramatic length and volume *without* clumps, thanks to the flake- and gob-free formula and cone-shaped brush. Elizabeth Mott's cult favorite Thank Me Later eyeshadow primer to keep your favorite eye makeup look on lock all day AND all night — *no* creasing. That's right, you will NOT have to reapply before your evening plans. Vanicream, a sensitive skin-friendly moisturizer free of common irritants (and fragrance free!) reviewers love to use on their face *and* body. The included pump dispenser is great for easy application, and avoiding contamination the jar. Plus it has the seal of acceptance from the National Eczema Association! SoCozy curl conditioning spray, which was designed with kiddos' curls in mind, but works for reviewers of all ages! This leave-in conditioner moisturizes and helps improve curl definition and elasticity with just a few quick spritzes, which is great for impatient kids *and* grownups with limited time. E.l.f. Camo liquid blush if you're a fan of Saie's Dew blushes or Rare Beauty's liquid blushes — this has a similar doe-foot applicator. E.l.f.'s liquid blush is newer but already beloved by reviewers for its bendability and level of pigment! A bottle of Elizavecca Hair Treatment for an intense at-home mask that'll help your strands look and feel less damaged in just five minutes. It's basically a time machine for your hair, is what I'm saying. Some reviewers say it's even BETTER than Olaplex, which is over three times the price! The Revlon One-Step Hot Air Brush (now with an upgraded motor) with a unique oval-shaped barrel so you can get super close to your scalp for smooth hair and majorly boosted volume at the roots without having to juggle a brush and blow-dryer. One reviewer says it takes less time to dry than their Dry Bar Brush! A Briotech spray with the same magical ingredient as the very beloved Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray: hypochlorous acid. Just spritz it on whenever your skin needs a little de-stressing, and it'll help soothe inflammation, tone down redness, and strengthen your skin's barrier. I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder, which comes packaged in an easy-to-apply, perfect-for-travel powder puff applicator you just tap-tap-tap onto your hair. Just massage the ultra-fine powder into your roots (it's formulated with black ginseng and biotin btw!), and it'll quickly absorb excess oil, leaving you with volumized and refreshed-looking hair.
