80 Cult-Favorite Skincare Products Perfect for the New Year

I have been using hyaluronic acid serum for a long time now, and it has become a must-have ingredient in my anti-aging skincare routine. And this HA serum from TruSkin is so good! It's so affordable, but it's super high-quality with great skin-boosting ingredients like vitamin A and C and green tea extract. You'll love how well it moisturizes your skin and leaves it well-hydrated and beautiful.

This sonic facial cleaning device is more than cute (although it is cute and comes in some great colors). It also deep cleans, getting all the gunk out of your pores and making your face so it's ready to absorb all the potions you use. Plus, it gently exfoliates and provides a soothing massage that'll leave your skin fresh and glowing.

From underarm sweat to intimate odors, these capsules by It Just Works taken once a day will help to neutralize those odors at the source. It's perfect for if you have sensitive skin, just want more natural odor control, or are looking for an organic solution that works. It's a great way to beat odor naturally and safely - while preserving the natural balance of your skin.

Weighing it at about 90,500 absolutely wonderful reviews, this affordable Vitamin C serum will whip your skin into shape. The brightening Vitamin C is mixed with hydrating hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E, witch hazel, and jojoba oil in a blend that provides anti-aging benefits like improving wrinkles, dark spots, and acne scars. It's also certified cruelty free and formulated, manufactured, and bottled in the USA for the freshest product.

Zits are the worst, and they usually pop up at the worst times too. These Zit Happens pimple patches give you two options for covering them up, while also clearing them out. You can get the sheer patches that you can then cover with makeup to make acne disappear, or you can choose cute little hearts or a multi-shape pack to cover zits with style. Adorable and functional, you can’t beat that.

The skin around your eyes is some of the most delicate on your face, and it requires a little special care. This Bakuchiol eye cream is our go-to choice for brightening and pampering that skin. It uses natural ingredients to gently hydrate and boost collagen, reducing fine lines. We love it.

Nothing makes your skin glow quite like a facial steamer. This professional-level version from PMD Beauty helps open up your pores for a deep clean while making your skincare products work more effectively. Not only is it a workhorse for your skincare routine, but it is a soothing tool! You can also add an essential oil to give yourself the full spa-like experience.

Whether you have struggle lashes or you've plucked your brows to near oblivion, there's hope with this eyelash and brow serum. In just a few weeks, you can have longer, thicker lashes and fuller brows with just a few swipes of the applicator every day.

A brighter face is one wash away thanks to TruSkin’s Vitamin C Gentle Face Scrub. Packed with powerful exfoliating ingredients like Bora Bora white sand and brightening agents like Yuzu lemon, this face scrub is a must-have if you want to shine bright from the moment you wake up.

I feel like everyone should automatically get this anti-aging eye cream on a certain birthday. I recently started using it, and have noticed a huge difference in my fine lines and dark circles. The customer before and afters are pretty fun to see, too!

We love a long-lasting lipstick that has great color and stays put all day. And this vegan lipstick has staying power, no matter what you do, until you decide to take it off. Plus, we love all the colors that have a subtle sheen and make your pout look perfect from morning to night.

You don't have to use harsh chemicals and processed ingredients to give your face the pampering it needs to reveal your youthful glow. We're all about this Bakuchiol ageless serum, which absorbs quickly and deeply hydrates without upsetting the delicate balance of sensitive skin. It feels luxurious, too. Plus, the active ingredients help address signs of aging without any dryness or irritation.

This collagen mask makes my face instantly firmer and smoother. While they call it an "overnight mask," even 30 minutes makes a huge difference. It has become a big part of my self-care ritual, and I'm super happy I found it. - Karen F.

Exfoliating is a vital step in your weekly skincare routine, and ELEMIS’s Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads give you all the smoothing effect of a scrub with a fraction of the mess. Swipe these on morning and night to smooth unwanted texture and even your tone. Its gentle formula is safe for most skin types and will leave yours brighter and smoother after just a few weeks.

Microbeads aren't the only way to exfoliate, and this Bakuchiol exfoliating face polish proves that beautifully. It uses jojoba esters, which break open when exposed to water. They gently exfoliate and then moisturize to leave your skin feeling softer than ever before.

Snail mucin is the viral “eww” product that’ll make you go “ahh” after just a few uses. Star Light’s Zen Dew cruelty-free snail mucin serum is formulated to hydrate and brighten sapped skin. Snail mucin isn’t all that’s in a bottle of Zen Dew. Powerful ingredients like collagen and glycolic acids help restore your skin barrier, reduce fine lines, and get your glow on. And at less than $25 a bottle, it’s a more affordable entrance into the wonderful world of skin serums.

Let me start off by saying this stuff tasted so yummy... like vanilla ice cream! The first application left my lips plumped and hydrated. Nothing too over the top, but just enough to make a noticeable difference. I have a very thin upper lip, and it made an appearance after I applied the plumping gloss. If you use this product a few times a day, you will notice that your lips look plumper all the time, like you have had some fillers injected but way cheaper! - Jenny J.

I will be honest — I was skeptical about this serum, but after a couple of weeks, I can see the difference under my eyes. I had less noticeable dark bags under my eyes. - Sue H.

Even skin tone, reduce inflammation, and soothe sensitive skin with the luxurious power of 24K gold. This firming serum uses retinol and 24K gold to hydrate, moisturize, reduce wrinkles, and give you a gorgeous glow. We're all about this affordable little luxury.

Rice water is a soothing way to clean the skin and remove makeup, and there's a reason this cleansing duo has such a cult following. It reduces blackheads by up to 48% and works overtime to clean your skin and reveal your youthful glow. The cleansing oil and foaming cleanser work together to remove dirt and impurities without drying out your skin.

This eyeliner goes on in one smooth sweep and leaves lasting color on your lids, but there's an added bonus we think could be a game changer. The formula contains caffeine to help reduce puffiness and redness right where it happens. It's like that first morning cup of coffee, but for your peepers.

If you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, you know you can't reach for just any moisturizer. But you can grab this one. It's a soothing gel formula that hydrates without leaving your skin greasy, and it'll keep sensitive or reactive skin calm while making it feel and look fab.

Give your skin a brighter, happier day with this rejuvenating vitamin C serum. It deeply hydrates while it evens skin tone and banishes blemishes, too. This soothing serum is perfect for when your skin needs that youthful glow.

We love a product that does double-duty, especially when it's for our skin. This awesome vitamin C moisturizer lets your natural radiance shine, evens out any dark spots, targets blemishes, and boosts collagen.

I love serum, but it's a pain to take with me when I travel, particularly when I'm flying. So whenever I travel, I replace all my serums with this solid serum stick from Tatcha. It doesn't count as a liquid, so it's easy to take through TSA, and it moisturizes, reduces fine lines, and leaves my skin soft and glowing. Plus, I love that it's unscented. - Karen F.

As we age, skin loses elasticity and starts to sag. And while it's a natural part of the aging process, there's still a lot you can do to firm up your face and neck skin. This lifting cream has all the ingredients your skin needs for a firmer, more youthful appearance, including retinol, ceramides, peptides, and hyaluronic acid, making it a true anti-aging powerhouse.

I have been using this product for about two weeks on a visible dark spot on my face, and I am happy to report that it actually has been lightening with this product. The product is easy to use with the way its pump dispenses, and it has no smell. I use it under my regular moisturizing cream. - Kristen G.

We love how this acne treatment targets the root cause of skin blemishes using the power of science. First, it deals with clogged pores to help keep your skin clear, and then it reduces inflammation. It's the perfect solution to clearer skin.

You're going to love this light, fragrant spray-on lotion. It's easy to mist on and lightly rub into the skin, and it'll leave skin super soft without any greasy or sticky residue. Coconut fans will be obsessed with the light coconut scent it leaves behind — we certainly are. This is the kind of gift worth buying two of — one to give, and one to keep!

Look, we all get the occasional zit from time to time (that's something they didn't put in the adult handbook — ongoing acne), so we're all about any product that can minimize those occurrences. And this gel facial cleanser is the perfect foil for acne. It won't clog pores, and it easily removes makeup, dirt, and oil for people with all skin types.

This lip treatment has a bit of a cult following, with over 11,000 glowing reviews. It adds a hint of tint while make your lips so soft and moist. In this pack, you'll get three different colors that are travel-sized, perfect to take with you when you're on the go.

Get radiant, bright skin that doesn't come from oil using this nourishing serum that contains aloe vera and cucumber. It smooths on, feels great, and will leave your skin glowing like you've been lit from within.

We love a skincare product that does multiple things well, so we're all about this anti-aging serum. It's big on moisture, leaving skin soft and dewy, and it's got proven and powerful anti-aging ingredients like hyaluronic acid and collagen to reveal bright, tight skin.

You don't need to spend all your disposable income on fancy serums to get that youthful glow. This affordable vitamin C serum does all the things the expensive stuff does — it'll even out your skin tone, build collagen, and smooth your skin — and it smells so good. Once you finish up that bottle of expensive vitamin C, add this one to cart instead. You'll be glad you did!

We're so excited about using castor oil for beauty. From conditioning lashes and brows to revealing softer, smoother skin, it's a multi-purpose, natural beauty product that we can totally get behind. And this affordable castor oil comes in a huge bottle with a kit of items that helps you put it on your brows and lashes. Plus, it has nearly 15K rave reviews.

Who says super-soft hair has to cost a ton? You can get a full liter of Soapbox biotin conditioner for thinning hair for just about $20. It smells so good, it helps strengthen hair, and it's cruelty-free. Plus, Soapbox has a buy 1 donate 1 program that sends products to people who need them.

Wipe your way to clearer skin with these convenient and effective toner pads. They use proven ingredients like salicylic acid and mandelic acid to give your skin the treatment it needs to reduce breakouts and even tone. Plus, these pads are easy to use on the go.

Looking young and radiant doesn't have to take a ton of layered products. We're all about this face moisturizer, which contains everything you need to reveal your youngest skin. Retinol, collagen, vitamin E, and lots of other proven treatments combine to reverse the signs of aging while making your skin soft and even. We even love the scent.

A satisfying outdoor workout shouldn’t come with a cost, and ALOE UP’s sport performance sunscreen makes sure you don’t have to pay up. This UVA/UVB broad spectrum SPF 30 lotion is water resistant for up to 80 minutes, meaning a quick dip in the pool or a sweaty game of pickleball won’t jeopardize your supple skin. This paraben and fragrance-free sunscreen will glide on thanks to its aloe vera-based formula. ALOE UP takes worrying about your skin’s health out of your daily equation.

If you love the Korean skincare glass skin trend, then you need this affordable vitamin C serum in your life. Your skin will drink it up, and you'll be left with smooth, radiant skin that you have to see to believe.

If you've ever stared at yourself in the mirror through puffy morning eyes, then you know how much it can age you. But this hyaluronic acid eye cream makes puffy eyes go poof in an instant. Along with de-puffing, this Korean skincare eye cream firms, hydrates, and smooths wrinkles with a whole bunch of top-notch anti-aging ingredients — all for under $10!

Restore your skin's own natural moisture and elasticity with this powerful collagen and peptide serum. It reduces hyperpigmentation, repairs damage, deeply hydrates, and rejuvenates to give you that youthful glow.

A great exfoliator is a must for taking care of your skin, but they aren't all built the same. This peeling gel combines physical and chemical exfoliation to break down the bonds in dead skin and reveal the bright complexion beneath.

Your nightly skin products can be lost to rub-off or evaporation, but this leave-on mask comes to the rescue. It seals in your products so they can work, and it adds hydration while you rest. Think of it as a turbo booster for your skincare products.

Don't let dry skin age you. This soothing collagen and peptide serum is the ultimate solution to re-creating that youthful glow. It repairs damage, reduces fine lines, and evens tone and texture to leave you feeling like your youthful self.

I don't know about you, but I love a great tinted brow gel– just running the spoolie over my arches in the morning is enough to start my day on the right foot. This brow gel has it all — an incredible long-lasting hold, a flake-free finish, and a defined, natural wash of color that’s easy to shade match.

There are so many different amazing ingredients that can do great things for your face, so it can be hard to know which one you need. But if you're a person of a "certain age," then peptides are definitely a must. This peptide serum helps plump and firm skin, reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles. It's a must-have ingredient in any anti-aging skincare arsenal.

I love a hot bath — especially when it's scented with something super yummy. And these organic bath bombs are the perfect thing to plop into the tub. I love that they're organic, and they're such a pleasurable way to relax in the tub and hydrate your skin after a long day.

I wasn't familiar with the concept of a shower steamer until recently, but now I feel like I never want to shower without them. And these shower steamers are simply amazing. Infused with eucalyptus and mint, they fill your shower with a heavenly aroma that helps you breathe better. As an allergy sufferer, I absolutely appreciate that! - Karen F.

Serious dry skin needs serious exfoliation, and that's where this crystal microdermabrasion scrub comes in. It stimulates collagen, promotes healthy skin, and leaves you feeling fresh and flake-free.

This dry shampoo blended in with my hair color, and it was invisible. It was also easier to control than other shampoos. I use dry shampoo as a time saver during my week. This dry shampoo is better than other highly recommended dry shampoos! - Laura S.

Coarse, wiry beard hair requires a tough, hard-working conditioner. This beard conditioner delivers moisture while you shower, resulting in a clean, soft, and shiny beard. Some reviewers have noticed that it encourages growth as well. It contains aloe, shea butter, and other healthy ingredients without harmful sulfates, parabens, or silicone. The scent is a light and unique blend of carnation and sandalwood that you’ll love.

There are so many things that can keep your skin from looking its glowing healthy best, and visible pores are definitely one of those things. That's why we love this toner. With a single swipe, it makes big pores smaller while also clarifying your skin. The result is clear, beautiful skin that looks and feels refreshed. Hello, smoother skin!

Every penny counts, but that doesn't mean you want to sacrifice the quality of your haircare. But with this huge, liter-sized shampoo from Soapbox, you'll pay less than $20 and get a quality, cruelty-free, great-smelling shampoo. Plus, your purchase enables Soapbox's social mission to provide quality personal care products to people in need, too.

Not familiar with konjac? It's a natural material that comes from a fibrous root vegetable, and it makes a great vegan exfoliating sponge. It will scrub your skin gently, removing dead skin and leaving behind a smoother, glowing face.

I wanted to try this cuticle and nail serum because my hands never get pampered, and my nails were brittle. I got it and was excited to try it. It took me a day or two to sort out the quantity to put in each nail, but once you do, it leaves your cuticle feeling smooth and cushioned. It took me about 10ish days to feel an actual difference in my nail strength — but I did chip a nail and instead of flaking off I had to snip it because I do feel like they gained strength. It’s an everyday add to my am routine now, and I’m excited to say that I may be able to grow my nails out for the holidays!! - Ashley H.

People with short stubby lashes, holler! (Me. I have short, stubby lashes). So it's great to know that you aren't powerless. There are things that will help, like this eyelash serum. It's so easy to use, and a peek at Amazon reviews shows you some dramatic before and after photos. For short-eyelashed people like me, it's like hope in a tube.

There's a lot of great stuff to say about Soapbox hair strengthening treatment. First, of course, is what it does for your hair. The rinse-out treatment works quickly, boosting your hair's strength and providing help for thinning hair. But along with that longer, healthier hair comes Soapbox's social mission — with every purchase, the company donates a bar of soap to a person in need. And it costs under $10. It's a triple-threat that we absolutely love.

If you have acne, blackheads, or oily skin, you're not stuck with it. This Dead Sea mud mask can help fight all the issues that come with oily skin, tightening skin, absorbing oil, and leaving your face looking and feeling the best it has in a long, long time. And even better, relaxing with a soothing mask is a great way to have a little me-time.

I tend to be pretty skeptical of social media beauty trends as overhyped. But I tried the Wonderskin lip stain, and it totally lives up to all the social media love it gets. Sure, it goes on shocking blue (which looks way better on my lips than I ever imagined, by the way), but once I wipe it off, it gives my lips a subtle all-day color. It comes in tons of shades, so it's easy to find one that will work perfectly for your coloring. And I love how it stays on for hours. I never eat, drink, or sweat it off. Instead, I just have the perfect lip color until I wash my face at bedtime. It has become a regular part of my beauty routine. - Karen F

Who says you have to spend a whole bunch of money to look great? Not us! This hyaluronic acid serum is SO affordable (it's under $10), but it leaves your skin looking just as great as the expensive stuff. We love that it's fragrance-free, and we definitely love how it smooths and hydrates skin to leave it looking younger.

Tea tree oil and other natural ingredients team up to give you itch-free and soft feet all season long. Whether you're dealing with irritation from dry skin, athlete's foot, or any other source, it reduces itching and leaves feet super soft and sandal-ready.

Put your best beard forward with this conditioning beard care kit that keeps your beard soft and helps it grow into its fullest glory. With conditioner, balm, and serum, it'll pamper your beard or your better half's into the best-looking beard you've ever had.

It's easy to forget your lips when you're pampering your skin, but as some of the hardest working skin you have, they need extra attention. We love how this luxurious lip mask works overnight to deeply hydrate and repair your dry lips. You'll wake up smiling!

So far this vitamin C cream has been great! I feel like my skin is brighter and smoother! Feels great while applying it, and it soaks in nicely and doesn’t leave any residue. - Taylor M.

With a textured side for gentle exfoliation and a smooth side for cleansing and toning, these polishing pads even out skin texture and up your skincare game. They use glycolic acid, tea tree oil, and other natural ingredients to give you the smoothest skin yet.

Getting that rejuvenated, soft skin that comes from a professional treatment usually means a trip to the spa, but these face masks give you spa results right at home. They target dry skin and sun damage and use hyaluronic acid and collagen to reveal a younger you. We love how they come in a pack of six, too, so you can share some with friends.

Your eyes reveal a lot about you, and they can show signs of aging clearly. Applying targeted treatments to this delicate skin isn't always easy, though. Serums and creams can be messy and inconvenient, which is why we really love the simple application of this eye balm stick. It's got retinol, collagen, and other ingredients specially formulated to target under-eye skin damage and dark circles, and it works to make that delicate skin soft and supple again.

This body oil is awesome! It is not heavily scented like some other brands. A little goes a long way. It is great on problem skin such as eczema and scaly dry skin that occurs during seasonal changes. It doesn't leave an oil slick behind. - Teresa W.

Jack Frost might be having fun, but our skin is not. If you’re struggling with the winter skin blues, you need a little help from First Aid Beauty’s Smooth Skin Season bundle. This set comes with a body scrub, hydrating cream, anti-chafe stick, and ingrown hair pads. From shaving bumps to dry, cracked skin, First Aid Beauty can tackle it all.

Dry skin might not sound like an emergency, but the burning itch makes it feel like one. Put your dry skin to bed for good with First Aid Beauty’s powerful ultra-repair body lotion. This colloidal oatmeal lotion is formulated to be lightweight, so you’re not left with that pesky residue. As a vegan, gluten-free, paraben-free, and soy-free moisturizer, even eczema-prone folks can enjoy its calming effect.

If you’re not blessed to wake up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, First Aid Beauty’s hydrating eye cream will come to your rescue. It's formulated for sensitive skin and with hyaluronic acid to help your under eyes suck up every ounce of moisture they can. Additional ingredients like caffeine and cucumber extract help to brighten and smooth out those pesky fine lines. You might be only half awake, but you deserve to look daytime-ready at a moment’s notice.

I don't know about you, but there are lots of mornings when I wake up and wish I had a magic wand to wipe away eye bags. While this under-eye treatment and concealer isn't a magic wand, it's certainly a magic potion! It smooths on easily and brightens and conceals eye bags and dark circles. Without so much as an abracadabra — poof! Eye bags disappear.

We love this all-in-one palette for how compact and versatile it is. With bronzer, eyeshadow, highlighter, and blush in a single palette, it's a portable look that's super easy to take when you travel or just carry in your handbag.

Who doesn't love 24k gold? You'll love it even more when you try these under-eye patches that target dark circles and fine lines by restoring collagen. They come in a pack of 10 pairs, so you can make them a regular part of your self-care routine!

Matcha tea powers these potent under-eye patches to give your eyes a little pampering and a lot of lift. Aloe, collagen, and matcha green tea make a powerful team when it comes to moisturizing and rejuvenating your skin. Just apply the patches 2-3 times per week for 20 to 30 minutes to see results!

This isn't your average mascara. It contains castor oil to nourish your brows and lashes, making them healthy so they can grow and thicken. It also thickens brows and lashes the usual way — adding length, volume, and lift for a dramatic effect.

We love a full brow, but past beauty choices have left some of us a little sparse from overwaxing or plucking. That's why we love this brow-enhancing serum. It's so easy to use, and in about 6-8 weeks of daily use, any past brow mistakes are history. Instead, you'll have fuller, thicker, beautiful brows, and we absolutely love that for you!

Reduce inflammation and get the spa facial experience right in the comfort of your own home with this handy ice roller. Its smooth, cool surface can deal with puffiness and redness like nothing else. We think this makes a great gift, too.

Designed to keep your favorite skincare products cool and fresh, this cute mini fridge is perfectly sized for your vanity or dresser. It runs on USB, AC, and DC, so you can use it anywhere. It's not limited to skincare products, though. It's also the perfect size for keeping a snack or drink cool at your desk.

Ready to wake up looking refreshed and well-rested? Then you're going to love this skin-brightening night cream that nourishes your face all night long while you sleep. You'll wake up with a smooth, radiant complexion that'll get your day started on the right foot (& with the right face).

I have to say this is one of the best hand creams I have ever used. I have psoriasis, and my hands get so dry, so I love that this has shea butter in it! The texture is amazing, my hands feel soft, and my cuticles are well moisturized. The scent is very lovely and doesn't last too long, so you're not wandering around all day smelling like sweet vanilla. It's improved the texture of my skin. The wrinkles in my hands and I truly love this hand cream. Plus, it comes in a beautiful tube that fits perfectly into your purse so that you can have it on you all the time. - Amanda B.