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“I like it because it’s rich without being too greasy and a little goes a long way,” says beauty director Brian Underwood in our guide to the best face creams. And his results speak for themselves: “My skin always feels more hydrated, plumper, and firmer after I use this cream for a few weeks.”

Olay’s iconic red jar is packed with moisturizing heavy hitters, including hyaluronic acid and shea butter to ensure dryness is a thing of the past.

“You can’t really beat a cream that delivers the same results as a prestige formula at a sixth of the price,” says Underwood.

It sounds strange to incorporate snail mucin into your routine, but this face serum is worth using.

Hear dermatologist Hadley King, MD, out: “It contains ingredients like glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, and glycolic acid, all of which have long-documented benefits for skin.” She credits the ingredient with sealing in moisture and allowing active ingredients to efficiently penetrate the skin.

This essence is made with high concentration of 96% snail mucin to minimize acne scars, smooth wrinkles, and rehydrate parched skin.

Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that boosts your skin’s natural regeneration process by protecting it against stressors like poor air quality and pollution, dermatologist Morgan Rabach, MD, told us in our guide to the best vitamin C serums.

She adds that the ingredient also triggers the skin to produce more collagen and elastin, helping it to feel firmer, and can brighten your complexion to help fade dark spots.

This one happens to be at it’s lowest price in two years, according to camelcamelcamel.Considering how rare this deal is, coupled with it’s 4.2-star average from nearly 3,200 Amazon reviews, I predict this one could sell out quickly.

I was recently on a week-long trip to Jamaica (woo!), and everyone in my tour group begged to try this SPF. Many complimented the nostalgic scent—the aroma is so enticing that Vacation bottled it into a perfume. Genius!

Beyond the enticing scent, it’s chock-full of standout ingredients. Nourishing vitamin E, soothing aloe vera, and hydrating shea and coconut oils, and moisturizing banana extract leave my skin supple and soft.

But above all, everyone was impressed that it misted out perfectly clear. No rubbing necessary, though it helps speed up the dry time.

Neutrogena’s sunscreen stick is a great product for those on the run, dermatologist Dr. Gary Goldenberg, MD, recently told me in our guide to the all-time best sunscreens.

This stick sunscreen earned high marks during my testing process because it’s easy to reapply, and it offers SPF 50 with water resistance, making it ideal for touching up during beach days and outdoor workouts. If you’re living an active lifestyle this one is for you.

It also happens to be cheap (woo!) without compromising on quality. This standout is also travel-friendly and glides on clear.

We’re big fans of the untinted OG formulation and even named it one of the best moisturizers with SPF because it’s that nourishing. We can thank ceramides for that.

The tinted version is available in three flexible shades: Light, Medium, and Deep. Plus, it’s made with mineral active ingredients, including titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.

This hydrating sunscreen contains ceramides and niacinamide that nourish your skin without making it feel greasy. The mineral SPF ingredients (it contains both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide) are better if you’re prone to an oily T-zone or acne compared to what you’d get from a chemical sunscreen.”It provides broad spectrum UV protection in a formula that contains ceramide to keep the skin barrier strong,” Dr. Zeichner says.

The colorless, water-like texture seems unassuming, but it’s packed with a concentration of 2% salicylic acid (hence the namesake) to fight pimples and unclog pores.

My skin became noticeably smoother in between professional facials, and even my dermatologist complimented my skin because my pores appear refined.

This lightweight liquid absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave behind a sticky film on my skin, which has been an issue with other similar products that I’ve tested. I can apply it up to twice daily, but if you’re just starting out stick with once daily and work your way up.

This viral toner is compatible with all skin types and each bottle lasts me at three months, which is the equivalent of paying $0.44 to use this face exfoliator twice daily.

Adapalene, the hero ingredient in Differin gel, is safe for all skin types, including dry and sensitive. It’s a type of retinoid that’s available over the counter, so it’s not as potent as tretinonin, and that’s OK. Tretinonin can cause more side effects like dry skin.

According to dermatologist Toral Vaidya, MD, adapalene selectively binds to retinoic acid receptors in the skin.

This cream is ideal for spot treating pimples, but you can also spread it over larger areas like your chest if you’re dealing with body acne.

Neutrogena’s iconic pink grapefruit cleanser has a cult-like following—and TBH, it’s valid. The salicylic acid-based cleanser targets blackheads and acne, while vitamin C helps brighten dull skin. It also has a light and citrusy scent to help jumpstart your mornings. No wonder why we previously named it one of the best acne washes.

This LED face mask emits three dermatologist-approved wavelengths to tackle signs of aging and to banish summer breakouts.

It’s equipped with red light to stimulate collagen and firm skin; infrared to boost circulation for a more even skin tone; and blue to battle acne-causing bacteria.

Our team trusts iRestore products—I named its LED helmet for growth as one of the best inventions of 2026—but at $700, I wouldn’t encourage you to buy this face mask at full price. However, at 50 percent off, it’s a total steal. According to camelcamelcamel,this device was last discounted at $500 around Memorial Day.

More than 2,500 new beauty products were submitted in consideration for our 2026 Beauty Awards. We narrowed down our selects to 500 products and began testing. The standout LED device of the year is this winner from Solawave.

In just three minutes, Solawave emits a powerful blend of four LED wavelengths—red, near-infrared, deep red, and amber—to smooth lines on my décolletage. After a month, my skin is glowing.

It’s also an enticing deal—according to sales data from camelcamelcamel, this Solawave mask hasn’t been discounted on Amazon since its release.

Arguably, the best part of using an LED panel is that you it cover your entire face and your delicate lips and body, like your hands, chest, and back. Its large size is a huge plus for treating body acne and crepey skin.

Unlike similar devices, this red light therapy tool boasts 287 rows of light diodes for ample coverage. The flexible design is similar to something you might see at your local dermatologist’s office. Dr. Amy Spizuoco, DO, FAOCD, likes that this one emits seven LED wavelengths. Beyond red, blue, infrared, and green lights, there’s yellow to reduce redness and inflammation, Dr. Spizuoco recently told me. Purple LED light therapy combines red and blue light to reduce signs of aging, inflammation, and acne. Lastly, she says white LED uses the full spectrum of visible light which reduces fine lines, and even skin tone.
At just $54, this is an excellent pick for entry-level red light therapy users and novices alike.