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1. A Beauty of Joseon serum, because we all know spring is the best time to bring out your glow. 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.
I've been using this serum for about three months now and cannot say enough good things about it. I got the "glow" serum (I love that there are 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 $16.35 (available in three other formulations; you can also get a pack with all four).
2. Or Pacifica's Glow Baby Booster Serum so that your skin can break out of its dull haze along with the weather. With vitamin C and glycolic acid as its superstar ingredients, this will brighten your skin, help with texture, and relieve clogged pores. Use it on its own *or* as a primer for makeup to keep your skin looking soft while minimizing shininess.
Promising review: "Pacifica has been my favorite lately. I didn’t discover them till 2022 and when I tried the Glow Baby Booster Serum it worked wonders. I’m medium to brown skin tone and this serum just enhances my skin color and I feel like I look more beautifully brown! Even my boyfriend noticed it one time when I was in the passenger seat and the sun was hitting my face. I thought yaaassss! I use the serum alone sometimes too because I feel it moisturizes my face. It also smells amazing and I’d rate the scent at least 8/10. It also makes my face feel plump :)" —Evey_smilies
Get it from Amazon for $12.60 (available in four other formulas) or from Pacifica for $18.
3. Missha's Soft Finish Sun Milk sunscreen, because those strong sun rays will soon be making a more frequent appearance. This creates a silky smooth base and is approved by many reviewers with oily skin who rave about its ability to blend and not leave a greasy finish. It has SPF 50+ protection and resists water, sweat, and tears. (Hopefully tears of joy!)
In the progression photos above, you can see a reviewer before applying the sun milk, after applying the sun milk, and then the sun milk under makeup.
Although many reviewers say they don't experience a white cast with this, it is an untinted mineral sunscreen — so results in terms of white cast may vary!
I use this myself and OMG. It leaves your skin feeling sooo silky and soft and leaves absolutely none of the greasiness or shininess that products with SPF tend to leave — and this is coming from someone with oily skin! It also has a very light, pleasant scent.
Promising review: "I have dark, oily skin and purchased this product after reading recommendations. There is no white cast; you can barely see it upon application unless you use too much. You definitely do not need a lot, it spreads thin. When it dries, any color is gone. It also helps slow down my face getting all greasy as the day goes on, which I love. My skin is very, very oily but I can still apply this after my moisturizer and feel totally comfortable. I'm not a fan of scents, and the scent on this is extremely mild." —Ms. Renee
Get it from Amazon for $19.
4. Or a Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 that acts as a sunscreen, primer, and BB cream with a light formula that protects you against harmful rays and blue light. Plus, It leaves you looking downright luminous. 😍
Promising reviews: "I can’t get enough of this product! I love the the consistency and the fact that it doesn’t have a scent. It wears really well under makeup and gives your face a pretty glow. I’m on my third bottle and will continue to purchase. Highly recommend!"—scw15
"This is a new holy grail SPF. I have gotten so many compliments while wearing this. It has the prettiest glow and is perfect for a no makeup day to give your skin a little color. No greasy texture like some sunscreens. I’ll always have this in my makeup bag!"—Ahannah75
Get it from Amazon for $18+ or Sephora for $22 (get the full-size version here).
5. A hydrating eye stick because losing an hour of sleep from daylight saving time (and indulging in mimosas during more frequent outdoor brunches) means your eyes might be a bit more puffy this time of year. This has a cooling formula to help de-puff the area around your eyes and reduce dark circles so no one at the office starts asking you why you look like a Tim Burton character.
It also helps tighten eye wrinkles if you'd prefer for them not to be as noticeable. And here's a tip! It reduces puffiness faster if used after refrigeration.
Promising review: "This is definitely a miracle product. I was impressed that it worked so well, so fast, and so instantly. The packaging is silly but whimsical; I enjoy it. This is the last thing I apply before walking out the door. First day I used it, I put it on and got in my car — I looked in the rear view mirror and my heart jumped. My eyes had de-puffed on my walk down the front path!!! So impressive. It's not hydrating, it’s more tightening/brightening. If you have dry under eyes, use a creamy hydrating eye cream first, and apply this over it — problem solved. You don’t get much product, but you don’t need to use much either, and it’s not like it’s expensive. Definitely worth it if a product actually DOES what it claims it’ll do!!! Buy it!" —Joseph S.
Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (also available as a collagen eye stick and in multipacks).
6. Or an eye cream for dark circles featuring yerba mate extract, as well as caffeine, peptides, and hyaluronic acid, at a bafflingly low price for the amount of compliments you're due to receive.
Good Molecules is a small bizz that creates simple, effective skincare products using science-backed ingredients.
Promising review: "For someone who’s tried hundreds of different skincare products, this stuff is amazing! It’s like a water gel consistency and a little goes a long way. I was skeptical of buying this because I’ve never heard of the brand and thought the low price was sketchy… but this stuff is really nice. I didn’t notice the cooling effect so much but it’s there! Get it if you're hesitant and on a budget!!" —Gail
Get it from Amazon for $5.99.
7. A super effective pore control cleansing oil to magically eliminate makeup residue, blackheads, and sebum while preventing pore congestion — perfect to incorporate in a double cleansing routine! It's also hypoallergenic (since we already have *enough* trouble with allergy season) and works wonders for sensitive, acne-prone skin.
Promising reviews: "I tried this on a whim. My skin always holds onto everything and I was looking dull. I massaged this into my face for a while before my shower and then cleansed with my normal cleanser. Let me tell you when I got out out of the shower, my pores looked different. I noticed everything seemed like it was coming to the surface of the skin and so I used and omg... after two days I never had pores this clean since I was ten years old. People at work said I was glowing and my face has never been so soft. My skin has never felt so good. This stuff is magic. It makes all other products work better. It’s super gentle. I bought it for three friends because it made me look so youthful." —Bead maniac
Get it from Amazon for $17.
8. A bottle of TikTok-famous Cosrx Snail Mucin Power Essence, which will soothe and rejuvenate your skin so effectively, 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 62,000 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 D.
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (also available as a set).
9. A vegan and cruelty-free lip scrub that'll ensure all the glosses and pops of color you wear on your lips look extra cute! This magical lil' tub is enriched with coconut, sugar, avocado oil, and jojoba oil to nourish and soften your lips while exfoliating dead skin and reinforcing your skin's barrier. Get ready to achieve the luscious pout of your dreams. 😍
Promising review: "Decided to give this a try after looking at many reviews of it working really well. Now that I've tried it today after my shower, I think it's an amazing product. It really softened and smoothed out my lips and applying lip balm right after just even enhances how smooth my lips feel! LOVE how clean the ingredients are and how it's cruelty free!" —Kiana
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three styles and in multipacks).
10. A Truly Beauty boob polish to get the skin around your chest area looking extraaa soft for all those tank tops and sundresses that are about to see the light of day. 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. 😉
11. A bottle of hydrating Glow Recipe 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 that's perfect for spring. It also has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly, making it ideal for all skin types so you can glow from the inside out.
Glow Recipe is an Asian-owned business that aims to create fruit-forward, clean beauty formulas to incorporate into your skincare routine.
Promising review: "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).
12. A fan fave facial ice roller — call it hay fever, seasonal allergies, or just the natural order of things, but this season makes puffiness pretty hard to avoid. This is a super ~cool~ way of making it easier! Just pull it out of the fridge or freezer in the morning, and it'll give your skin (and you!) a glorious wake-up call.
Promising review: "Kept showing up on 'products people love' lists so I finally went for it and it lives up to the hype! Pop it in the freezer and just a gentle roll on my face and neck is so calming and cooling. It's been so humid, it's gross, and this brought me from cranky to chill in like a minute. Love it!" —Ann
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 12 colors).
13. A container of Aquaphor multipurpose healing ointment, which is the holy grail here to soothe, protect, and restore smooth skin. Got some chapped skin brought on by the finicky weather? Just got a new tattoo? Dealing with allergies? This magical ointment is here to save the day.
Promising review: "At first I wasn't sure I'd like this product because it is so greasy; I even heard it referred to as 'the new Vaseline.' My doctor recommended it for my cracking cuticles and fingers. I discovered that I was using too much, my mistake; I was applying it like regular hand lotion/cream. Once I learned a little goes a long way, I love it!! I keep the jar beside my bed and rub a small dab on my hands before turning off the light so it has all night to soak in. My hands are now crack-free and soft even though it is the middle of winter with extremely frigid weather." —Mooselady
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
14. Youthforia's Pregrame Primer, because with increased humidity comes increased sebum production. 🫠 Thankfully, this is formulated from sebum-reducing botanicals and plant-based ingredients and glides on skin while preventing other products on your face from evaporating. Get ready to achieve that bouncy, radiant complexion!
Youthforia is an Asian woman-owned small biz that aims to make makeup that's so good for your skin you can sleep in it. The founder, Fiona Co Chan, even tested the brand's blush by sleeping in it for two months! They are passionate about being environmentally friendly and not using fossil fuels or gross toxins in their products.
Here's what BuzzFeeder Chelsea Stuart says about it: "I have been using this for a few weeks now and I'm in love. Whether I decide to wear makeup or not, I always slather on a few pumps of this at the end of my skincare routine (following cleanser/primer/moisturizer) to lock in hydration. And when I do wear foundation and the works, it creates the perfect base to build on (no oxidization whatsoever 😊 ). I have oily skin so primers are very hit or miss for me but this doesn't leave me greasy — after a few seconds it honestly feels like I'm wearing nothing at all."
Get it from Youthforia for $38.
15. A L'Oreal glow-enhancing lotion that'll have you looking glowy, sun-kissed, and ready for that lunchtime walk you planned your whole day around. It's a lotion, foundation base, and highlighter all in one bottle. Oh, and it has over 25,000 5-star ratings!
Wear it alone or as a base for your makeup! The shea butter in it also gives it a hydrating factor. 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 four shades).
16. Or a Lip Bar tinted skin conditioner if you wanna trick people into thinking your skin is ~naturally~ even, dewy, and airbrushed. And since it's enriched with hyaluronic acid, you'll be moisturized and ready for a surprise photo op.
Lip Bar is a Black-owned, woman-owned small business and all of their products are vegan and cruelty-free (with no unnecessary chemicals)!!
Promising review: "I have acne prone skin. I’ve suffered with acne for 15 years. This is the FIRST product ever to not cause me to breakout. It did not feel like I had make up. I wore it for a major TV production and it was so easy to wear. I had it in on for 11 hours. I’m three days post wearing it and my skin feels good and no new bumps. I have oily skin with acne scarring. This did me good! It starts and ends with The Lip Bar." —Hair Queen
Get it from Lip Bar for $17 (available in 12 shades) or from Target for $16.99+ (available in 12 shades).
17. A deeply nourishing Tree Hut's vitamin C shea sugar scrub that'll become a new staple in your shower routine because of how effortlessly it removes dull, dry skin to reveal glowing, butter-soft skin. The best part? It's got a bright, citrusy scent with notes of pink grapefruit, jasmine, and peach nectar. 😍
Promising review: "Without exaggeration, this is one of the best purchases of the year. The scrub is suitable for delicate skin. Its particles do not hurt the skin and cleanse very delicately. And the most amazing thing is the smell — a sweet, magical smell." —Denis Parkhomenkov
Get it from Amazon for $7.87 (available in 13 styles).
18. A volcanic stone face roller because it works like magic to eliminate excess oil and mattify your skin as you roll it around your face. Since spring is about to bring on allll the humidity, you'll appreciate this wonderful little tool!
As one of the more oily-skinned girlies, I also bring this with me everywhere for on-the-go touch ups. It's reusable, washable, and won't remove that gorgeous face of makeup. See it in action on TikTok here!
Promising review: "I really like this product, it helps for when I'm in a pinch and need to get rid of the oil on my face but cant wash my face because of makeup or something. It also keeps my makeup decently intact, I just have to touch it up only a little bit after I roll this over it." —Hannah
Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (also available as a rose quartz roller).
19. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream if you're looking to tighten and soften your skin and get your legs ready for all those shorts, skirts, and dresses you're about to whip out. But TBH, the scent alone is what's been getting reviewers obsessed. 😍
Promising review: “I never buy expensive beauty products for myself. This is the one exception. I got a little sample tub of it as a freebie, and I fell in love with it. It smells absolutely incredible, and the scent lasts for hours. Not only is it extremely moisturizing, but it's fast absorbing, which is perfect for someone like me who works with her hands all day. Plus, you don't have to use a ton of it at a time, so the tubs last a long time! This stuff is ABSOLUTELY worth the price, and I couldn't recommend it more!" —Starr
Get it from Amazon for $22+ (available in three sizes).
20. The Face Shop's facial foaming cleanser with rice water that contains vitamins and minerals to purify, moisturize, and brighten your skin while protecting it from excessive irritation. Reviewers with sensitive skin swear by it!
Promising review: "This foams easily, thick and smooth. Feels like liquid silk. I love the smell. I'm very sensitive to smells in personal care products, and this is the most pleasant smell I have ever had in a soap. I use a lot of sunscreen due to hiking in Arizona. When I wash my face with this soap, it cleans off everything in one go, no need for a second wash to make sure everything is off my face. My face somehow looks and feels super clean but not tight, not ashy, and doesn't look or feel dry. I've used it for months now, and my skin definitely looks clearer and I've had no breakouts." —Emery Davis
Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes).
21. The Inkey List Salycylic Acid Cleanser if you just know your blackheads are about to make their grand entrance with all the increased humidity that this season's about to bring. 🙃 Fear not! This cleanser's non-drying, non-stripping formula will help minimize excess oil and visibly reduce blackheads and breakouts.
Promising review: "I've been using this cleanser for a year now, and it's become an essential part of my skincare routine. The results have been consistently impressive, leaving my skin feeling refreshed and revitalized. The gentle formula is perfect for daily use, and I appreciate how it effectively removes impurities without causing any irritation." —Drashtiii
Get it from Sephora for $13.
22. A bottle of Peach & Lily's Glass Skin Refining Serum packed with peach extract, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and peptide complexes that'll have your skin looking so bright, dewy, and radiant, your besties will be demanding you to send the link ~expeditiously~.
Peach & Lily is an Asian- and woman-owned small business that specializes in Korean skincare products made of natural and toxin-free ingredients.
Promising review: "I saw this serum all over my TikTok for you page, and I knew that I had to try it out, as their serum is so versatile and can cover and help so many kinds of skin concerns that I've been dealing with since my early teens. And now, ever since using it, I honestly swear by it. If you are considering trying the Peach and Lily collection products, I 100% recommend this serum repeatedly. My skin had never looked this great until I first tried it out. And my face looks so glowy, clear, and radiant." —Natalie Y.
Get it from Peach & Lily or Ulta for $39 (available in two sizes).
23. Saturday Skin's Rub-A-Dub Refining Peel Gel that will brighten and even out your skin tone so flawlessly that you'll finally feel confident enough to wear that tinted moisturizer you've been wanting to try out. This papaya, pineapple, and aloe vera formula will leave your skin feeling soft, smooth, and smelling delicious.
Promising review: "I have dry, sensitive, rosacea, hormonal chin acne, and starting to age skin. This has been my holy grail exfoliator for years. It is somehow the perfect love child of a chemical and physical exfoliator. Every time I try to use something else (thank you ADHD for an ever-changing routine), I’m sorely disappointed and quickly return to this. I use it every other day. The best way that I’ve found is to wash your face (I double cleanse), then lightly dry off, and then use the peel gel while your skin is still moist from washing. Slightly more than pea size is enough. God I hope they never stop making this, I cannot live without it." —Lynds
Get it from Amazon for $16.80 (available in four styles).
24. Or Wishful's Yo Glow AHA & BHA Facial Enzyme Scrub, which exfoliates skin with an intoxicating mix of pineapple and papaya enzymes. Plus, its BHAs and AHAs will secure a healthy glow and butter-soft texture.
25. An organic mist toner made of rosewater that helps maintain your skin's pH balance and reduce redness and irritation as well as sun damage and dark spots. Plus, it smells amazing and refreshes your face with a radiant glow.
Simplified Skin is a cruelty-free brand and a small, family-owned business based in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Promising review: "This is the second time I have ordered this and will keep on ordering it! The scent is light and it feels so refreshing when I spray it on every morning! No irritation to the skin and it is the extra kick of moisture my skin desperately needed. I have used it on my hair a couple of times only and, again, the light scent really peps me up and it helps my hair have a subtle shine to it. I highly recommend this product!" —Loretta Arenas
Get it from Amazon for $12.59.
26. A cult-fave Weleda Skin Food cream that works as both a moisturizer and a makeup primer for those whose skin gets dry during allergy season. Infused with chamomile, pansy, and rosemary, this'll have you prepped and primed for a full face of springtime glam in no time.
Promising review: "I've tried all kinds of moisturizers for my face, and with sensitive skin, I was almost always disappointed in some way by the products I've purchased. I have spent a small fortune on skin products over the years, and then, I found this! The answer to my prayers. It's a miracle worker. My face is never dry, never irritated, I've had no reactions whatsoever, and it has kept me perfectly moisturized and soothed for many weeks now. The scent is light and pleasant, and it doesn't linger on for hours. This is a perfect moisturizer for use alone or under makeup. I would recommend it for anyone tired of being let down by pricey moisturizers that irritate or underperform. And at this price, with a little going a long way, it's an awesome value." —JoRaticle
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in three sizes).
27. A microplane foot file capable of transforming calloused and cracked heels into feet that are ready for those cute sandals and heels that are about to be dusted off. Seriously, it removes more dead skin than you ever thought you could have. Yes, the results look pretty disgusting, but we know you love to see it.
Promising review: "This baby is seriously sharp and does serious magic to my horrific callouses! I have had foot files and that ridiculous pedi-egg before and they don’t hold a candle to this. So imagine my surprise when this actually works really well! I used it dry out of curiosity since it says wet or dry, and honestly I feel like it works even better dry than wet. I can’t believe how much better my feet look! Sooooo gross to use (it’s basically Mount Everest in foot skin), yet such a satisfying result! My only sad thing is now it hurts to walk on gravel barefoot. Worth it!!" —Eliza
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
28. And a popular exfoliant foot peel — you apply the two bootie-shaped masks on your feet for an hour, wash your feet, and then, over the next five to seven days, enjoy the disgustingly satisfying experience of watching all of your dead skin fall away to reveal baby-soft feet. Reviewers swear by this for calluses and rough, cracked skin!
Promising review: "I’ll be honest, it took myself four months to talk myself into using these after TikTok convinced me to buy them. The results were amazing and all of my dead skin is gone! On day six after a shower, I gave my feet a little extra scrubbing and they are softer than they have been after any $100 pedicure." —Asha
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three sizes and nine scents).
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