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Let’s skip that awkward trial-and-error phase and fast forward to the good part.

Promising reviews: "My holy grail SPF. The scent is mild, and the sunscreen goes on my skin like a dream. I’ve tried maybe 20 other sunscreens (American, Korean, and Japanese), and this one is my top pick for everyday wear." —Symphanie Park

"I LOVE this product, I swear by it and I’m pretty sure this is my 3rd or 4th time purchasing it! As a woman of color, finding a sunscreen that didn’t give me a white cast / ashy finish was very hard, so I am so glad I’ve come across this product ! It goes on the skin so smoothly. I apply moisturizer first, then the sunscreen and have no trouble spreading a little over my entire face! I seriously don’t leave the house without this; I keep it on me at all times! It gives you a glow and makes skin feel so much softer. I also feel like some of my dark spots have faded due to this product! Also I have VERY sensitive skin, so everything breaks me out, but this has not!" —Sierra Keyes

Promising review: "This foaming facial cleanser has changed my skincare routine FOREVER! The consistency is light and smooth, leaving my sensitive skin feeling unbelievably refreshed, hydrated, and CLEAN! I had struggled to find a foaming cleanser that wouldn't break my skin out for YEARS, and La Roche-Posay understood the challenge. My skin GLOWS after I use this! It's so gentle and hydrating, I have forgotten my moisturizer afterward and it STILL didn't dry my skin out. Phenomenal product. My skin is FINALLY clear!" —Joshua Hopkins

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two sizes and a refill pouch).

Promising review: "Let me tell you, I have awful blackheads, and this helped clean them out and made them a lot smaller. I love this stuff. I pair it with the oil cleanser (from the same brand and line), and they did wonders for my skin! I recommend it if you have clogged pores and blackheads." —Nabi

BTW, a lot of reviewers say they use this as part of their double cleansing routine. As the name implies, double cleansing is a method of cleansing your face twice: first with an oil-based cleanser, and again with a water-based cleanser to help get all the yucky stuff out of your pores.

Promising review: "I don’t usually leave reviews, but this product is the best cleansing oil EVER!!!!! Worked flawlessly after first try and I can actually see the results immediately!! My gosh it’s lightweight, smells relaxing. Massage it into your skin 5–10 minutes and you can see the magic. Will definitely add this into my skincare routine. JUST GET IT !!!!!" —Vince

Get it from Amazon for $16 (also available in a mild formula for sensitive skin).

The snail mucin is obtained in a safe way, so no snails are harmed!

Promising review: "I’ve been using this morning and night for about two weeks and I can say I understand the hype! My skin looks better than it has in so long. Firstly, the texture surprised me. When you think snail mucin, you think slimy and gross. This wasn’t sticky or slimy whatsoever. I was afraid it was gonna leave my skin feeling gross and slippery. Surprisingly, my skin drank it right up! No residue whatsoever and it’s a nice primer before makeup. I have oily skin and it’s helped with that as well. My skin is so soft, with a nice healthy glow. I’ve noticed my red spots from past acne is fading and my skin just overall looks great. Highly recommend!" —Sarah Downs

SeoulCeuticals is a small skincare business that was founded in 2017 by a husband and wife team. Though it's a US-based company and the products are made in a state-of-the-art US facility, their main ingredients are sourced directly from South Korea, and they work closely with Korean partners and their consultant Ella Cho to ensure quality and authenticity. You can read more about the brand here!

Promising review: "I’m on my fourth or fifth bottle of this stuff, I use it as a daily toner and I must say that it is AMAZING. My skin is even and bright. I look like a buttery roll or a glazed donut and I love it. My skin has never loved me more. I also pair this with their serum, along with a strict skincare routine." —Victoria Del La Torre

Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (also available in a snail essence mist).

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 stuff is magic! I purchased this product on a recommendation from a BuzzFeed list and was not disappointed! I have not been sleeping well due to stress, and the first day I used it, my coworkers commented how well-rested I looked! I told them about it, and all of them ordered one for themselves. Very impressed!" —Saminyah Marcelin

When it comes to vitamin C, this formulation is on the stronger side, so you should do a patch test before using! And make sure you use SPF after (tbh as you should every morning)! Though the bottle looks small, reviewers say it'll last you several months with daily use.

Promising review: "I should have started using this years ago! I’m in my mid-30s, and I’ve tried everything, including much more expensive brands, Korean skincare, Japanese skincare, etc., but I’ve always had breakouts and problems with texture. This is by far the best vitamin C product I’ve tried. I’ve tried vitamin C serums in the past, but they always broke me out or had a slimy or gritty texture. This serum has a smooth texture, soaks in quickly, does not pill with other products, and has noticeably cleared up my skin." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in two sizes).

Check out a TikTok of this mask in action.

Promising review: "Oh…my god….🤯 No scent. It starts milky white and turns clear. I left it on overnight , woke up, and I was shook!! Pores? Where? Dry patch? Where? Fine wrinkles? Whheeerrrrrre??? Put it on over my lips as well, and it almost looked like a had fillers. It was so plump! 10/10 recommend. Holy grail of face masks <3" —Kichi

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $19 (also available in a 16-count and three other versions). 

Psst…It's also alcohol-, paraben-, and fragrance-free, making it perfect for even the most sensitive skin types.

Promising review: "I have dry, sensitive, reactive, dehydrated, and eczema-prone skin…so my skincare routine has been pretty basic for years, and I wanted to up it up some more to really target persistent issues like texture, dehydration, dullness etc. So originally, I never used toner. I always thought it was just water and didn’t do anything and was a waste of money. But as I got into Korean skincare, I started to realize that toners can help a lot with hydrating the skin, and they often layer more watery products before locking it in with moisturizer. And if you know anything about dry or eczema-prone skin is that we struggle to maintain water in our skin (aka transepidermal water loss) at a higher rate than other skin types. This is the epitome of nourishing. It has really nice and soothing ingredients that are good for your skin barrier, but also the rice bran is a natural brightening ingredient. Now my skin looks a lot more vibrant and juicy." —☆ciyoka☆

Get it from Amazon for $11.05+ (available in two sizes and a lighter version). 

Promising review: "This product helped clear my skin after I struggled with many other products. I was struggling with what I thought was milia on my forehead. I have tried exfoliating with all sorts of different products. I read a review on Reddit and thought I would give it a try. So glad I did. I put this on and saw results in one night. I honestly love how well this product worked for me." —Nicole

Get it from Amazon for $15+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "The product is a great alternative to Tower 28, any HCl spray will have a bleach-like smell, but it fades right away. I spray it right after washing my face in preparation for my nighttime routine and after workouts. Just be careful when using it with skin and makeup products as if it’s not completely dry it will deactivate their properties. I use a fan to dry it out and it doesn’t take long. Also, the atomizer mists more than it spritzes so you get nice even coverage. I usually use 3–5 sprays to cover my face. Haven’t had any new breakouts since using it!" —Sophie

BTW, these work best on open, draining pustules (rather than blackheads or pimples that haven't come to a head yet). You can read more at the Cleveland Clinic!

Promising review: "I am a pimple patch fan, okay. I have tried them ALL, but I was always intrigued by this brand and was very skeptical about three things: effectiveness, visibility, and size. I LOVE the fact that Rael pimple patches have two different sizes, all with hydrocolloids. They are practically invisible on the face unless you are extremely close up. I would feel extremely comfortable wearing these to my childcare job because I know they are not visible, and if you work with kids, you know how they love to point pimple patches out. 🤣 I left one on my face all night (9+ hours), and it completely erased the pimple on the side of my cheek. Best pimple recovery I've ever seen on my face. I love these and will buy more, and you should too!!!!!" —Brian Cage

Get a 96-count pack from Amazon for $13.59.

Promising review: "I'm 39 with super sensitive skin and recently my skin was destroyed by adapalene and Sunday Riley. I was a mess. I had used La Roche-Posay's Double Repair Moisturizer for years until the retinoid made my skin too sensitive for it. I tried tons of other moisturizers and everything made my skin worse — dry or pimply or oily. This moisturizer is incredible. I live in Miami so I can't use anything heavy, and this gives so much glow but in a way that deeply penetrates the skin without leaving it greasy. My skin is healing beautifully, and feels really nicely balanced and plump. Also, I can't believe the price of this stuff. Korean products are 100% where it's at." —AB

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes).

Note that this does come with a five-piece stainless steel tool kit as well, but please be careful if performing extractions on yourself as these can injure your skin if not used properly.

Promising review: "Worth every penny!!! Perfect for facials and moisture, this steamer is AHHH-MAZING!!! I’ve gotten into the ritual of doing facials once a week. I used this product while doing a deep cleanse, and it worked marvelously!!! The steam blows very well, but you can turn it up a notch by covering your head with a towel to help trap even more moisture. It has different settings, including a humidifier setting, which has really helped my daughter with her post-nasal issues. The towel warmer is incredible and provides just the right amount of soothing heat! I haven’t needed to use the blemish toolkit as of yet, but I’m sure it’ll come in handy." —KlassyLadee04

Get it from Amazon for $39.95 (available in three colors).

Promising reviews: "This product delivers exactly as promised and is incredibly easy to use. I suffer from dry skin and often apply various products to soften my feet. With this, I simply spray it on and immediately massage it in with my hands. The dead skin comes off effortlessly. There's no waiting time, and it's gentle on the skin. It leaves my feet feeling exceptionally soft. This has quickly become my new favorite thing." —KimT

"Wow, does this work amazingly! I discovered this from a TikTok video, and I am so pleased with how this works. It is literally like magic; my feet have never been this soft." —Brian

Several reviewers say they just throw theirs right in the washing machine to clean it! They also make a smaller one designed for the bikini area. 

Promising review: "MAGIC. HOLY CRAP I LOVE THIS MIT! This cleared up 80% of the 'chicken skin' I have INSTANTLY after one use. Also, it took off way more dead skin than any scrub I’ve ever used. I never write reviews, so I had to when I got this and loved it." —Cheyanne

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available with one or two mittens and in three other styles). 

Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. The moment you put it on, you can see your skin glowing immediately. I first tried their toner and noticed my skin clearing up; I would also get compliments about how my skin looked really good. Your skin will look soft and hydrated after use. There isn't really a scent to it, which is good for my sensitive skin. The serum is a bit thick, but it gets absorbed really nicely. I will definitely buy again." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "This product works!! Helps with puffiness and dark circles. I wear it every day. Tap it on gently under eyes and let it dry. As it dries you can feel it working. Such a great product, natural ingredients at a great price! I love this so much and bought it for both of my daughters. Now they love it too! Helps the skin under eyes feel so soft and smooth. The three of us notice a difference under our eyes after we use this product. I am a repeat customer." —kimber hirt

Promising review: "When I travel, my lips get so chapped! It's painful. I found this product when I searched for something for extremely chapped lips. I've used other O'Keeffe's products so I trusted the brand. I used this as directed in the morning and before bed and my lips healed up faster than ever. Also, on the next trip I went on, I took it with me and used it daily. My lips stayed healthy and didn't get chapped at all. This stuff is magic and I won't go anywhere without it now." —Anna C. Adams

Promising review: "My forearms have always  been rough and red. I used this for the first  time tonight, just my hand rubbing it over my arms in the shower. I  asked my teenage daughter to touch my arms and she asked me if I shaved  them. That's how smooth they are. I highly recommend for the fact that it made my arms smooth for the first time in like 30 years." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in four sizes). 

Learn more about the many uses of tea tree oil at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I purchased Remedy Soap for my 'tween' daughter who was struggling with horrible armpit and foot odor. I tried everything to help her control this — men's deodorant, alcohol, lemon under her armpits, tea bags in her shoes, washing her clothes in vinegar etc. I was literally at my wits end by the time I came across this product on Amazon. After reading hundreds of positive reviews, I bought the soap with the hope that it would help significantly reduce her foot and armpit odor. 

"To my amazement, it eliminated her odor completely!! She went through a whole day at school, including PE, and came home smelling as fresh as she did when she left that morning. That has NEVER happened this entire school year!! Needless to say, my husband and I are beyond pleased with our daughter's results. We now have the comfort of knowing that she won't have to continue suffering from the embarrassment of unnecessary body odor. I can't thank Honestie Naturals enough for this product. It has truly put a smile back on my family's faces." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "Now that I am entering perimenopause, my skin is even drier than it was before. I have tried all different lotions with no luck. I am in LOVE with this spray. Even though it is an oil, it soaks in quickly and has helped my skin a ton. Hours later I felt my hands and arms and was amazed at how soft they were hours after use. It has a light and not overbearing smell, which is a plus too!" —stacey domboski

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