What Dr. Aleksandra Brown recommends: 358 products reviewed

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All 358 products Dr. Aleksandra Brown has reviewed, grouped by product type. Click a product to see the full guru consensus.

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Serums66 reviews

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + Hyaluronic Acid 2%

"If your skin is tolerating your routine really well, I'd recommend starting with The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% plus HA once a week, on a night when you're skipping your retinoid. [...] I like this lower-strength option for mature skin because it's a gentler place to start than a stronger acid. If you're sensitive, rosacea-prone, dry, or already dealing with retinoid irritation, it isn't the step I'd add first, and exfoliation is optional anyway."

~Mixed

87%Guru Score

Prequel Lucent-C Brightening Vitamin C Serum

"This is a pretty potent formula. [...] When you put it head-to-head, it compares with serums that are costing like three to four times as much. [...] It can have a little bit of a smell and it [...] is spicy. If you have really sensitive skin and you're just starting, this is probably one of the ones that's going to eat your skin. [...] It's good for tolerant skin, for skin that has used vitamin C and needs extra brightening."

✓Yay

82%Guru Score

Lancôme Rénergie H.P.N. 300 Peptide Cream

"It's built around peptides and niacinamide which are all ingredients I actually like for supporting the skin over time. It's a lovely moisturizer. My only note here is really the price because niacinamide and peptides show up in much more affordable creams too. So do you really have to spend all that money on it? I don't know. You're really paying that premium for the texture and honestly the experience. And if that's what brings you joy in life, then it's completely valid."

~Mixed

69%Guru Score

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum

"The Ordinary Multi-Peptide plus Copper Peptides 1% is about 32 bucks, but for the price it's a powerhouse. It pairs a true copper peptide with a whole team of supporting peptides, so you get collagen support and repair all in one bottle. You'll notice a pretty blue tint, that's the copper itself, and it's completely normal. [...] The key ingredients [...] are copper tripeptide one, or GHK-Cu, Matrixyl 3000, and hyaluronic acid."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

NIOD Copper Amino Isolate Serum 3:1

"If you wanted to completely splurge and step it all the way up, the NIOD Copper Amino Isolate Serum is the cult favorite in this category. It retails for $93 for a 1 oz bottle, they do have a 15 ml one, but proportionally to the volume you get it's significantly more expensive. It delivers a really high concentration of copper peptides for people who want to lean in all the way."

✓Yay

82%Guru Score

Remedy Copper Peptide Complex Advanced Firming Serum

"The Remedy Copper Peptide Complex Advanced Firming Serum is about $33. It's a really lovely mid-range option from Dr. Mona Shah. It pairs that 1% copper peptide GHK-Cu with firming peptides and hyaluronic acid."

✓Yay

78%Guru Score

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel with Hyaluronic Acid

"This is the one that genuinely earns its hype. It's a lightweight gel textured moisturizer built around hyaluronic acid, which [...] pulls water into the skin to hydrate and plump without any heaviness or grease. [...] For the price, this is a genuinely really good option for normal, combination, or even oily skin that wants that hydration without feeling like it's wearing a layer of cream."

✓Yay

82%Guru Score

Medicube Age-R Booster Pro

"I use some of these, like red light therapy and microcurrent tools. I have the Medicube Boost Pro and I like them, but I think they're good if you add them into a skincare routine that's already evidence based and that you're consistent with. If you're just starting out and that first 300 bucks is all you have, I wouldn't spend it on that."

~Mixed

67%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum

"It's the most advanced option in this lineup, and I'd save it for skin that's already tolerated a basic salicylic acid product with no issues whatsoever. It has one and a half percent salicylic acid with glycolic acid, their proprietary lipohydroxy acid, and niacinamide. That combination does more than prevent clogs, it helps increase cell turnover and the niacinamide addresses post-acne marks and dark spots that can linger after a pimple heals."

✓Yay

71%Guru Score

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic

"But if you really want to splurge and you want the gold standard, the most studied vitamin C, you look for Skinceuticals C E Ferulic though that does come with a price."

✓Yay

77%Guru Score

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

"The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% plus Zinc 1% is pretty affordable, easy to find."

✓Yay

69%Guru Score

Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP+ Serum

"The multipeptide blend and probably my top pick for combined support is the Medicaid Liquid Peptides."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

Paula's Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster with 2% Mandelic Acid and Lactic Acid

"And then we have the [Paula's Choice] 10% Niacinamide Booster, which is really excellent for layering."

✓Yay

72%Guru Score

Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum

"Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum is really nice. I finished the whole bottle myself, though it can be spicy if you have really sensitive skin. I couldn't tolerate it more than like three nights a week."

~Mixed

66%Guru Score

RoC Derm Correction Firming Serum Stick

"I talk about this retinol stick constantly, and there's a good reason for that. The stick format is what makes this special. It lets you apply retinol exactly where you need it, whether it's your smile lines, crow's feet, around the mouth, the neck, the chest, backs of your hands with real precision and zero mess. Most retinol formulas are designed for broad application, and that's fine, but sometimes you want to target that specific area without really slathering the product everywhere."

✓Yay

77%Guru Score

Olay Super Serum

"That lactic acid component is worth highlighting specifically for that mature skin. It's one of the mildest AHAs, but it does real work in improving texture and radiance without the irritation you would get from stronger exfoliants. This is a really smart, well-formulated serum that layers really easy under moisturizer and sunscreen for anyone who wants noticeable improvement without managing a full multi-step routine. This is a genuinely practical option for everyday."

✓Yay

70%Guru Score

Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster

"Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster helps reduce redness and inflammation while also helping brighten the skin. It's a super lightweight gel texture that layers well with other products. It does contain a little bit of salicylic acid for that mild exfoliation to help unclog pores. The key ingredients here are the azelaic acid 10% and salicylic acid 0.5% as well as licorice root extract."

✓Yay

81%Guru Score

iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro-C Vitamin C Serum Brightening Solution

"It's one of the newer launches that I tried, and my skin really likes it. I've probably used it maybe for about 2-3 weeks now. What I like about it is that it goes beyond just brightening, it also helps target uneven tone and discoloration. It has really nice texture, it layers really easy under your sunscreen, and it's easy to consistently use it in the morning."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

Naturium Vitamin C Complex Serum

"But this one's still effective. It's going to help even out dull, uneven skin tone, support that collagen production, which is going to be ideal for that 40s and going into menopause skin that has lost some of its glow. I think it's perfect for your everyday vitamin C, especially if you have sensitive or redness-prone skin that can't tolerate the OG L-ascorbic acid serums. The key ingredient is a stable L-ascorbic acid and sodium ascorbyl phosphate, as well as glycerin."

✓Yay

86%Guru Score

OGX Damage Remedy + Coconut Miracle Oil Penetrating Oil

"For the hair oil, I do like the OGX Damage Remedy Plus Coconut Miracle Oil Penetrating Oil. [...] This is a pretty lightweight finishing oil for dry, frizzy ends. It helps improve shine and reduces frizz. You really want to use a super duper small amount or else your hair will feel really heavy, especially if you're somebody who has fine hair like me. It is not intended to go on your scalp, just mid-length to the ends. The key ingredients here are coconut oil and fatty conditioning agents."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Serum

"This serum combines hyaluronic acid with vitamin B5 which is a soothing ingredient that helps repair the skin barrier. It's particularly effective for sensitive skin as it's hydrating without any irritation. The key ingredients here are the hyaluronic acid, vitamin B5, and niacinamide. Hyaluronic acid has nothing to do with actual acids. It's a misnomer in my opinion because a lot of people think it's going to be irritating because it has the acid. It's really a completely hydrating serum."

✓Yay

75%Guru Score

Allies of Skin Multipeptides & Growth Factor Advanced Lifting Serum

"Allies of Skin Multipeptides & Growth Factor Advanced Lifting Serum [...] helps improve skin firmness and elasticity in as little as 4 weeks. It repairs environmental and sun damage. It helps strengthen your skin barrier and boosts hydration. The key ingredients are the growth factor complex, the peptide complex, and the antioxidants."

✓Yay

82%Guru Score

DRMTLGY Needleless Growth Factor Serum

"It's also clinically proven to outperform the leading human growth factor serum that retails for $295. By far, this is the cheapest option on the list. The key ingredients here are the five times biogrowth factor complex, this versa chirata extract and the palmatyl trapeptide. I am currently using this one and I like it a lot."

✓Yay

75%Guru Score

SkinMedica TNS Advanced+ Serum

"The Skin Medica TNS Advanced Plus Serum is one of the human derived ones and [...] it's clinically proven to reduce deep wrinkles and improve skin texture in 12 weeks. It has a dual growth factor system which can stimulate collagen and elastin production. It's super lightweight, fast absorbing formula designed for really that mature aging skin."

✓Yay

74%Guru Score

Neocutis Bio Serum Firm Hydrating and Anti-Aging Serum

"This is also human-derived growth factor. It retails for about $290. The key benefits here are that it smooths the skin in as little as 7 days. That's pretty fast. It can target sagging skin, loss of volume, dullness. It's really lightweight yet deeply hydrating at the same time. The key ingredients are proprietary peptide blend, the growth factors, and the hyaluronic acid."

✓Yay

80%Guru Score

The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%

"The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% is a very budget friendly alternative that will help reduce that redness and even skin tone. It helps target rosacea bumps while also keeping the skin smooth. The key ingredients are azelaic acid and dimethicone."

✓Yay

75%Guru Score

Timeless 20% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid Serum

"Timeless vitamin C is going to be my next one when it comes in different percentages. This happens to be 20% if you have sensitive skin. Start with a lower maybe 10 or 15%. But this is very budget friendly option. Also has [L-ascorbic] acid which is really only good for like not super sensitive skin."

✓Yay

70%Guru Score

Peter Thomas Roth Peptide Skin Injection Moisture Infusion Cream

"I absolutely love this. This is similar to the PTOX. It has a little bit of aduline in it. So, it will help prolong your Botox effects and help with some of the movement lines. I love it. Love it. Love it in the morning. [...] This is the infusion cream. I do have their serum, too. I tend to prefer the cream. It just feels heavenly."

✓Yay

76%Guru Score

Theology Peptide Complex 10%

"This is a really cool uh serum stick that you just kind of like rub on. It's a little bit more hydrating than the other two, if you will. I used it the other day before I went on my long walk in the morning and it was so cool cuz it almost like oluded that skin under there in a good way to where my eyes they get very watery if it's cold outside and I'm walking for like 5 6 miles. If they if my eyes did water, I didn't notice it at all. It was amazing."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

SkinBetter Science Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum

"We actually carry this one in my clinic. I treat a lot of rosacea patients with pulse dye laser and rosacea patients tend to have very sensitive skin so they can't use a lot of vitamin C serums because they can be a little bit harsh, especially L-ascorbic acid, but this SkinBetter Alto Advanced is very gentle. This advanced serum offers that comprehensive antioxidant protection by defending the skin from both external environmental stressors but also the internal oxidative damage."

✓Yay

86%Guru Score

Ntorium Vitamin C Complex Serum

"The Ntorium Vitamin C Complex Serum delivers pretty good brightening antioxidant protection with a blend of multiple stabilized vitamin C derivatives. This makes it gentler than pure L-ascorbic acid, but still effective. It can help even out some of the dullness, uneven skin tone, and support collagen production. It's ideal for menopausal skin that lost some of its glow."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

Finacea Azelaic Acid Gel 15%

"This percentage of azelaic acid is backed by multiple randomized control trials for rosacea. In these randomized control trials, which are like the big studies, it demonstrated significant improvement in things like redness and inflammatory lesions within 12 weeks. Now, make a note 12 weeks is not very fast, so works pretty slow, but it works well. The key ingredients in both the gel and the foam are azelaic acid 15% which is the clinically proven anti-inflammatory and pigment reducing compound."

✓Yay

75%Guru Score

Naturium Azelaic Acid Emulsion 10%

"The Naturium Azelaic Acid Emulsion 10% is more of an emulsion than a serum. So it's going to feel a little bit more like a moisturizer. It still targets the redness, the breakouts, the pigment. It supports the barrier health. It's gentle enough for daily use even on the most sensitive and redness prone skin. It's therefore one of the best entry points for those new to azelaic acid. It contains azelaic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin E."

✓Yay

81%Guru Score

Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum

"It's super lightweight hydrating serum. Helps improve even tone and boost elasticity for like that firmer, more radiant complexion. It absorbs pretty fast. I like to use it on top of my toner. It leaves you feeling really hydrated, plump. I do like moisturizer on top of it because I feel like it might be a little sticky otherwise, but I find a lot of serums sticky. [...] This one's great if you have dry skin, want hydration."

✓Yay

68%Guru Score

Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum: Rice + Alpha Arbutin

"It's almost like a honey-like serum designed to soothe irritation while adding a nice glow. It's very beneficial for sensitive or reactive skin thanks to its calming and barrier-supporting formula. It has a high concentration, up to 60%, of propolis extract, which is a resin-like material made by bees with really strong anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. So it's going to help with redness, breakouts, and dullness, but it's also going to gently even out the skin tone."

✓Yay

78%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Corrector Serum

"It really [...] targets the dark spots, the melasma, the post acne marks, but it was still gentle enough for my rosacea skin. The niacinamide in here is going to help strengthen the barrier and calm the irritation which is going to make it suitable for daily use even for somebody with rosacea like me. What's really cool about it is that it has this patented melisil technology that's going to help prevent new pigment from forming. So you're combining the melisil with the niacinamide."

✓Yay

67%Guru Score

Neutrogena Niacinamide Serum 10%

"It is a match made in heaven. [...] You're moisturizing with niacinamide. It's a really good one for sensitive skin. It will help improve uneven skin tone while also boosting your hydration, making it really good choice if you're on like dry breakout prone skin. It's also gentle enough to be used daily and it goes really well underneath the sunscreen and your moisturizer. The key ingredients here are the 10% niacinamide, the hyaluronic acid, and the glycerin."

✓Yay

75%Guru Score

Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum

"The key ingredients are PDRN or the salmon DNA with 100 ppms or parts per million of the actual PDRN itself. It also contains 3% hyaluronic acid and hydrolyzed collagen. I've tried this myself. I do like it a lot. I do think it hydrates. I do need to apply a moisturizer on top of it because I find it just a little bit sticky, but this could be just me. I think it's very gentle for even the most sensitive skin. It works really good in the morning or in the evening."

✓Yay

71%Guru Score

The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + Hyaluronic Acid

"This is a very affordable, effective choice to reduce your dark spots with hydration from hyaluronic acid at the same time. It will help fade dark spots and acne marks, and as well as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma, or any sunspots that you may have. It evens out skin tone by reducing patchiness or dullness. It's safe for daily use. It's gentler than some of the other options. It's definitely gentler than a prescription hydroquinone."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

Allies of Skin Tranexamic Acid & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum

"It combines tranexamic acid, arbutin, niacinamide, and antioxidants all in this one perfectly thoughtfully layered, effective yet gentle bottle. It's ideal for someone seeking a daily brightening product that's going to be elegant, cosmetically really appealing, and sensitive skin friendly. The key ingredients here are the niacinamide, the reishi mushroom, and tranexamic acid. So if you're somebody with sensitive skin, you may want to start with this one."

✓Yay

86%Guru Score

Vichy LiftActiv Vitamin C Brightening Skin Corrector Serum (16% formula)

"The Vichy Lift Active Vitamin C Brightening Skin Corrector is a more affordable option that still offers potent brightening and anti-aging benefits. It helps to even out and illuminate the complexion. It shields skin from those environmental stressors like oxidative damage, UV light. The key ingredient is the aloscorbic pure vitamin C at 16% and carnosine which is known for its anti-glycation properties which means it helps protect skin proteins from further damage from sun exposure."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

Alastin Restorative Eye Treatment

"It is the award-winning anti-aging eye cream that's designed to reduce the appearance of puffiness and dark circles. It also helps with the appearance of those annoying fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. It has this trihex technology to support the production of new healthy elastin and collagen making this under eye cream really unique. The key ingredients are trihex technology, the tetropeptide 30, niacinamide and green tea extract. Why should you splurge?"

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

Vanicream Vitamin C Serum

"This particular one is formulated with THD ascorbate, which is really stable form of vitamin C. It's really good for that really sensitive, irritation prone skin. It will help enhance the skin barrier strength with ceramides while also offering that antioxidant protection against all the daily environmental UV factors that you encounter. The key ingredient is not your typical [L-ascorbic] acid. It's tetrahexyl desolorbate or THD at 5%. It also contains ceramide and glycerin."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

Cetaphil Healthy Renew Damage Reversal Serum

"It's clinically proven to significantly repair your skin moisture barrier in one week. It's super lightweight, non-irritating, specifically designed to defend against the five signs of skin sensitivity, which is your dryness, irritation, roughness, tightness, and weakened skin barrier. It's also clinically tested on sensitive skin. The key ingredients here are ceramide and niacinamide and allantoin."

✓Yay

68%Guru Score

Aveeno Calm + Restore Triple Oat Serum

"This serum can be used AM or PM and you apply your serum to clean skin before moisturizer. This serum is designed to instantly soothe and replenish the moisture and hydrate your skin barrier. It's formulated with nourishing triple oat complex and calming feverfew. This facial serum with these ingredients is perfect for really sensitive skin. The key ingredients are the triple oat complex, the feverfew extract, and glycerin."

✓Yay

89%Guru Score

L'Oreal Revitalift Filler Hyaluronic Acid Serum

"It's super lightweight, deeply hydrating serum. It really helps plump the skin, smooth the fine lines caused by dehydration. It immediately delivers this intense moisture that can leave your skin really hydrated, dewy, glowy finish. It really goes well under the makeup or layered in a nighttime routine. I really like to apply moisturizer on top of this. [...] I find that a lot of hyaluronic acid serums when I apply them to just damp skin and let it dry, I feel sticky afterwards."

✓Yay

80%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Serum

"This is a great one if you have acne prone skin and you want to use vitamin C serum, because it has those anti-aging benefits of vitamin C and antioxidants, which increase potency of your sunscreen, but also helps with post acne marks and active breakouts. It's a super lightweight, fast absorbing serum with 10% pure vitamin C. It gently refines skin texture and brightens without being greasy. It also contains a little bit of salicylic acid for that mild exfoliation."

✓Yay

60%Guru Score

Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum

"It's going to help plump the skin back, bounce it back. It will strengthen the skin barrier. Now, always apply this to damp skin because hyaluronic acid is like a sponge. It will pull water up. So pat your skin a little bit of water and then put your hyaluronic acid on top followed by vitamin C or moisturizer. [...] The hyaluronic acid, especially when applied to damp skin, is going to give you that nice dewy appearance."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

Vichy LiftActiv Vitamin C Brightening Skin Corrector Serum (15% formula)

"I have used this one. For some reason, this antioxidant left my skin almost orangish looking around the hairline. It could be the user. Somehow it did not sit amazing under my sunscreen and I really don't know if I applied it incorrectly or I used too much. I will try again. It didn't have that crazy smell like the SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic did to me."

~Mixed

73%Guru Score

Peter Thomas Roth Peptide Skin Injection Amplified Wrinkle Fix Refillable Serum

"I really like this. It's super lightweight, but it's also packed with peptides to firm and plump the skin. It absorbs pretty quick. You don't need much. Comes in a really nice pump. It's a [...] really lightweight serum. No greasy residue whatsoever. Doesn't leave you shiny. It's designed to target and visibly reduce wrinkles and fine lines. This formula leverages a blend of peptides to signal collagen production. Also improves skin elasticity."

✓Yay

77%Guru Score

Moroccanoil Treatment

"The most popular leave-in oil that I used to use is Moroccanoil Treatment and it is so much more expensive. I hate it for me because I will do one drop and no matter how much I spread it, that one drop just weighs my hair down because my hair is so, so fine."

✕Nay

73%Guru Score

Avène RetrinAL 0.05% Serum

"This is a retinaldehyde-based formula that provides similar benefits to retinol, but it's a little bit easier to tolerate on rosacea-prone skin. The key ingredient here is retinaldehyde. It's a more effective but less irritating alternative to retinol, if you will. It will help smooth the fine lines, firm the skin, and support collagen production. This also contains hyaluronic acid. We all know by now that it provides deep hydration."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

SkinCeuticals P-TIOX Wrinkle Modulating Peptide Cream

"This is a cutting edge peptide based serum designed to target expression lines like your crow's feet, maybe some movement forehead wrinkles. It almost has like a Botox-like effect. It also helps improve skin texture and radiance while strengthening the skin barrier. It can be used alone or to enhance the effects of neurotoxin treatments. [...] The key ingredients here are advanced peptide complex, the 2% hexapeptide and 2% dipeptide, which helps smooth out the expression lines."

✓Yay

81%Guru Score

Naturium Mandelic Acid Topical 12%

"Mandelic acid is slow penetrating and gentle without causing irritation. It will fade the look of dark spots and hyperpigmentation caused by blemishes and photoaging. It also will help reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles if you pair it with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. This product calms redness and hydrates while gently resurfacing the skin. The key ingredients here are mandelic acid 12%, it's a gentle AHA for exfoliation to improve fine lines, wrinkles and texture of the skin."

✓Yay

74%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Niacinamide 10 Serum

"My next serum recommendation in this category is laraj Bay Pure 10% Niacinamide Serum this anti-aging nicomide serum clarifies skin tone visibly reduces discoloration post-acne marks also called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and also post-inflammatory aemma and even stubborn dark spots to to reveal a brighter more even complexion"

✓Yay

75%Guru Score

Naturium Multi-Bright Tranexamic Acid Serum

"Another great option here is Naturium Multi-Bright Tranexamic Acid Serum. It's a 5% topical tranexamic acid, and it also contains kojic acid, niacinamide, and licorice root."

✓Yay

85%Guru Score

SKKN Vitamin C8 Serum

"Vitamin C I can't explain but I don't want to live without. I love a good vitamin C serum and I just kind of put some on my fingertips and pat it into the skin."

✓Yay

68%Guru Score

SKKN Hyaluronic Acid Serum

"This is the hyaluronic serum which prepares the skin for all of the other fabulous goodies and you just need a little, a little goes a long way. [...] You really want to bring your skincare all the way down your neck. [...] Apply it to damp skin, apply to neck, take it down typically to this area because I think it's really important especially as you get older. [...] Let it bake for a second, give it a minute or two."

✓Yay

66%Guru Score

SKKN Night Oil

"I'm not a big fan of oils but I'm also acne prone."

✕Nay

52%Guru Score

CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum

"But there are other vitamin C formulas that pair ascorbic acid with vitamin E and ferulic acid or have more established stability data. [...] Alcohol denat. is high on the ingredient list, and [...] people with very dry or sensitive skin might not like it. Personally I didn't love the texture. It's good, and if you like it and see results, [...] stick with it."

~Mixed
Sponsored

70%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum

"The next product I would skip is the CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum. This isn't because hyaluronic acid is bad or because this one is bad; it's a perfectly good humectant. My question is whether you really need to buy it as a separate serum, because so many CeraVe products already contain hyaluronic acid, including the cleansers, the moisturizer, and the sunscreen. For most people that's plenty."

✕Nay
Sponsored

68%Guru Score

Remedy Daily Defense Vitamin C Serum

"You may want to consider looking at Remedy Daily Defense if every classic L-ascorbic acid serum burns your face. It has 15% vitamin C complex based on 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, a vitamin C derivative, plus ferulic acid, [...] several other antioxidants, squalane, panthenol, hyaluronic acid, ectoine, centella, and bifida ferment lysate. It's fragrance-free and tested on sensitive skin, so I think of it as more of an antioxidant plus barrier support serum."

✓Yay
Sponsored

88%Guru Score

The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2%

"One really affordable option I like is the Timeless 20% Vitamin C and E Ferulic Acid Serum. It combines 20% L-ascorbic acid with vitamin E and ferulic acid. L-ascorbic acid is the active form of topical vitamin C with the most established evidence for antioxidant activity and support for uneven tone and visible photodamage."

✓Yay
Sponsored

51%Guru Score

Olay Collagen Peptide Visibly Firming Serum

"If you want a dedicated peptide serum, I like the Olay Collagen Peptide Visibly Firming Serum. It contains palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, also known as Matrixyl, along with niacinamide, glycerin, and panthenol. Think of it as an optional supporting serum, not your primary anti-aging treatment."

~Mixed
Sponsored

79%Guru Score

Anua Azelaic Acid 10% Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum

"I'm currently using the Anua azelaic acid 10%. It's one of the most elegant formulations for that super sensitive redness prone skin. It targets acne, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and overall skin tone while also being really well tolerated. It's a super lightweight serum, less silicone heavy-ish than The Ordinary serum. [...] It layers easily under other skin care. The key ingredient is the 10% azelaic acid."

✓Yay
Sponsored

67%Guru Score

Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid

"This is a serum that has peptides in it. It's going to help further hydrate the skin and it will help target some of the fine lines and wrinkles. [...] I'm liking the product so far."

✓Yay
Sponsored

71%Guru Score

Sunscreen58 reviews

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 70

"This is one I genuinely love and one of my favorites. It's super lightweight, with a dry touch finish that goes on matte instead of greasy, and at SPF 70 it gives really high broad spectrum protection for the price. It [...] layers nicely under makeup, doesn't leave the heavy shiny film a lot of drugstore sunscreens do, and doesn't leave a white cast. If you want an affordable no fuss everyday sunscreen, this is a really easy recommendation."

✓Yay

73%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer SPF 30

"La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer is one I recommend very frequently in my clinic because it does so much more for the price. It feels really light, it's genuinely repairing, built to restore your barrier while also giving you all-day hydration. The ceramides and niacinamide are what make it more than a basic moisturizer, so you're replenishing what a healthy barrier needs while strengthening the skin over time."

✓Yay

85%Guru Score

Avène Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50

"For very sensitive, reactive, or rosacea-prone skin that doesn't do well with chemical filters, this is a genuinely comfortable option and the SPF 50 gives you really solid protection. The one caveat is the usual mineral sunscreen issue, on deeper skin tones it can leave a slight white cast. The key ingredients are zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and Avène Thermal Spring Water."

✓Yay

68%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Mela B3 UV Daily Moisturizer SPF 30

"It doesn't look white. It sits comfortably under the eye area without feeling heavy or occlusive. Pigmentation is going to take a long time and consistency. You're not going to see results in a week. You're going to need months of daily consistent use. But if brown pigmentation around the eyes is your primary concern, this is the most strategic combination of ingredients I've seen in a drugstore product for it. The key ingredients here are Niacinamide 5%, SPF 30, and glycerin."

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69%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-in Milk Sunscreen SPF 60

"If you want to use chemical sunscreen but you want to completely avoid oxybenzone, I hands down love love love La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-in Milk SPF 60. It has no oxybenzone, it has no octinoxate. It uses avobenzone, homosalate is at 10%. It also has octisalate and octocrylene. It's one of the best performing body sunscreens in consumer report testing. It has elegant texture and it's widely available. This is one of my personal and family's go-to sunscreens."

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77%Guru Score

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunscreen

"Another recommendation is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 70. It has no oxybenzone. It's lightweight, inexpensive, easy to find at any drugstore. I believe this one also comes in SPF 55. Formulations vary across the line, so make sure you check the specific bottle as far as the homosalate content before you buy it."

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69%Guru Score

Supergoop Play Everyday Lotion SPF 50

"Supergoop Play Everyday Lotion SPF 50 has no oxybenzone or octinoxate, actually the first traditional sunscreen formulated without oxybenzone. The current formula does use avobenzone and homosalate at 10%, octisalate, and octocrylene. It has really nice texture and it's water resistant. The homosalate [...] is at 10%, which is above the EU guideline of 7.34%, but it's still a solid option if oxybenzone is your primary concern."

~Mixed

63%Guru Score

EltaMD UV AOX Elements SPF 50

"If you're looking for a spray, the EltaMD UV AOX Elements is mineral sunscreen only. It's a little bit pricier option, but it's pretty good formulated, worth knowing about if you want mineral body sunscreen with a little bit more elegant finish."

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71%Guru Score

Black Girl Sunscreen Make It Matte Sunscreen Gel SPF 45

"Another recommendation, especially for darker skin tones, is Black Girl Sunscreen Make It Matte SPF 45. They also have the kids SPF 50. It has no oxybenzone. Generally, it avoids a lot of the other filters that are older and have raised some questions. You do want to check homosalate on this because [...] the kids one has like 15% homosalate, so if that's an ingredient you want to avoid, that one's going to be kind of tough."

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77%Guru Score

Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

"If you want to be 100% chemical sunscreen free, some of my favorite body sunscreens are things like Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral SPF 50. This is zinc oxide based. There's no oxybenzone, no homosalate. It's formulated for sensitive skin. It's water resistant. It's one of the more accessible mineral body options."

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72%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

"There's the CeraVe hydrating mineral sunscreen for the body SPF 50. It's only mineral, fragrance-free, no oxybenzone, no homosalate. The ceramide and hyaluronic acid base makes it a little bit more comfortable to wear over a large surface area. It does have the white cast, especially on deeper skin tones, so that's the trade-off with just about any zinc and titanium dioxide formula."

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55%Guru Score

ThinkSport Sunscreen SPF 50

"Another recommendation here is ThinkSport SPF 50. It is zinc oxide only. Also, no oxybenzone or homosalate. It's a really clean, straightforward mineral formula. It's been around for years and performs really well for outdoor activity."

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64%Guru Score

Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 50

"For people who have historically skipped sunscreen because they hate the texture, this formula tends to be a turning point. It layers beautifully under makeup without peeling, doesn't emphasize texture or pores, and it stays comfortable throughout the day, especially in the warmer months when a heavier SPF would feel like suffocating. [...] Just like all zinc and titanium sunscreens, it can leave a slight white cast on deeper skin tones."

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73%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Tinted Mineral Light Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50

"If I have to land on just one specific one, this is going to be the one. I love it because it's really light. It uses zinc oxide and titanium dioxide for that broadspectrum UV protection. And I love that it's tinted because it has iron oxides which matter specifically for mature skin dealing with melasma hyperpigmentation like me. Iron oxides in this tinted sunscreen help protect against visible light, including blue light such as from your tablets and lights in the house and computers."

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71%Guru Score

Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ (Korean formula)

"The key ingredients here are the Betula platyphylla japonica, which is birch juice, which is rich in minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants that help hydrate, soothe, and reduce inflammation. It also contains niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. [...] The Round Lab Birch Juice is just chef's kiss if your skin is dry and irritated."

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85%Guru Score

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice + B5 SPF 50+ PA++++

"Right now, I have a few sunscreens that I'm kind of gravitating towards. One of them is [...] the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh. This is the one with the light blue on the end, that's the original one."

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91%Guru Score

Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40

"I really like it. It absorbs really quick, leaves a really soft, matte finish. It works really well under makeup, almost like a primer. I feel like I can apply it to my ears, neck, close to the hairline without making my hair greasy, which is the key if you're trying to prevent skin cancer in those areas. It is completely oil-free, it's fragrance-free, doesn't leave any white cast, which makes it a really easy everyday option."

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80%Guru Score

Bliss Blockstar Tinted Daily Mineral Sunscreen

"I do like to put tinted sunscreen, and my current go-to is the Bliss Tinted SPF."

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83%Guru Score

Neutrogena Collagen Bank SPF 30 Facial Moisturizer

"This one targets early collagen decline to help maintain the firmness and elasticity. It can help strengthen existing collagen and support new collagen production with clinically proven ingredients. It's super lightweight, not greasy formula. It's good for really any skin type, including the sensitive and acne-prone skin. It can be used daily as a facial moisturizer or your neck firming cream to help reduce those fine lines and improve skin texture."

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69%Guru Score

e.l.f. Suntouchable Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35

"I like this sunscreen because it's completely invisible on skin. It has that really smooth primer-like texture, so it's going to layer really, really nice under your makeup. It's a really good option if you struggle with consistency or you don't like the feel of traditional sunscreens because it feels really lightweight. Almost feels like a mattifying primer for your makeup."

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73%Guru Score

Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion

"I find this one to be perfect for this category. It's really easy to spread. It has that very nice lotiony texture. It's not greasy. It's very comfortable to wear all day. It is also water resistant, which is going to make it really good option for outdoor days or if you're going to be really active. The key ingredient is the avobenzone, the homosalate, and octisalate and vitamin E."

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78%Guru Score

Cetaphil Healthy Renew Day Cream SPF 30

"The Cetaphil Healthy Renew Day Cream SPF 30 is a little bit richer but still fast absorbing moisturizer with SPF 30. It works really well for dry mature skin. [...] It hydrates deeply while helping soften the look of fine lines and improve texture over time. It gives you that hydration for up to 48 hours and smooths the appearance of fine lines. It's designed for that daily use with added SPF 30 to protect from UV damage."

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79%Guru Score

ISDIN Eryfotona Ageless Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

"I just love the way it feels and goes on. If you're somebody with lighter skin tone and this is too dark on you, the brand makes a plain white one. [...] It is a two-in-one SPF that defends against UV damage while also helping repair with zinc oxide, peptides, antioxidants. It also contains DNA repair enzymes to visibly combat the signs of photoaging. The tinted version is great for those who are prone to melasma, hyperpigmentation."

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83%Guru Score

Eucerin Sensitive Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 35

"The Eucerin Sensitive Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 35 is 100% mineral broadspectrum SPF 35 with a really light tint. It helps even your skin tone, provides that natural looking coverage. It's a really blendable tint. [...] It's formulated for sensitive skin with soothing antioxidants, completely fragrance-free, oil-free, non-comedogenic. The key ingredients are the zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and vitamin E."

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77%Guru Score

Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

"I have Purito here. They're both SPF 50. It really makes no difference as long as it's SPF 30 which one you're using."

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77%Guru Score

iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Mineral Sunlow Broadspectrum SPF 43 PA+++

"And look how beautifully that blends in. So, this is pure mineral sunscreen. It is going to hydrate. Um, being that it's pure mineral, everyone worries about the white cast. You're going to get zero of that. It does leave you with a nice glow. So, if you don't like the glow, she's really not your girl. Um, but it's really like perfect for everyday for like no makeup makeup look. It doesn't really provide any coverage. In my experience, the has a little bit more coverage."

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77%Guru Score

Neutrogena Hydro Boost SPF 50 Fragrance-Free Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer

"So for my neck I'm going to use either like here I have Neutrogena Hydro Boost. This is SPF 50. I love this. It hydrates so nice."

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80%Guru Score

Bliss Block Star Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

"My first recommendation here is Bliss Blockstar Daily Mineral SPF 30. This is tinted 100% mineral daily sunscreen. Features this vanishing tint. Blends into skin perfectly. I love it. It doesn't feel greasy at all. Feels very smooth, almost like a mousse. I love that it's tinted, and I love that it's 100% mineral. It protects against UV damage while helping to block even that visible light that contributes to melasma and hyperpigmentation."

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73%Guru Score

e.l.f. Suntouchable Whoa Glow SPF 30

"It's SPF 30. And remember, if your sunscreen's SPF 30, it's enough. [...] You're still going to get that luminous finish. It's still that affordable formula that's going to double as sunscreen and a hydrating primer. It's enriched with aloe and squalane for all day comfort and it's slightly more dewy. [...] So, if you're somebody who has more mature skin like me or you've got some wrinkles you need to plump or you have normal to dry skin, this one might actually be better for you."

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76%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+

"My first recommendation here is the La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+. This is super duper lightweight, gentle mineral sunscreen. Blends really easy without any white cast. It's totally non-comedogenic. It's tested on sensitive skin. It comes in non-tinted and tinted. So, if you're somebody who has melasma, tinted might be better for you. The key ingredient here is the titanium dioxide. It also has some antioxidants and thermal spring water."

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77%Guru Score

Cetaphil Derma Control Oil Absorbing Moisturizer with Sunscreen SPF 30

"This one provides really lightweight hydration, but also has that broad spectrum UVA UVB protection. It helps control shine, and it will absorb some of that surface oil throughout the day. It's clinically tested for use on sensitive and acne prone skin. It's totally fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, non-irritating. The key ingredients are the oolosome technology, which provides this effective sun protection with less irritation. Also has zinc gluconate and panthenol."

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88%Guru Score

Supergoop Glow Screen Sunscreen SPF 40

"It's broadspectrum SPF protection. It's perfect for those dewy skin days. Works beautifully under makeup or if you want it by itself in place of makeup. Comes in four different shades. The key ingredients are hyaluronic acid, vitamin B5. It does have sea lavender and cocoa peptides in it. If you're somebody who's more on the dry side, you might like the glow screen a little bit better. But it is chemical, not mineral. It did not irritate my skin though at all, even though I have rosacea."

~Mixed

65%Guru Score

Neutrogena Purescreen+ Mineral UV Tint Face Liquid SPF 30

"It's super lightweight, so it's going to layer really nice under makeup. It's almost sheer, really lightweight feeling."

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92%Guru Score

Revision Skincare IntelliShade Original Tinted SPF 45

"The Revision Skincare IntelliShade Original Tinted SPF 45 retails for $86. That's a tad pricey, but it's really, really nice. It's a hybrid, so mineral and chemical sunscreen. Tinted, very hydrating. It has a moisturizer in it. It's like all-in-one everyday sunscreen. It really blends in with just about every skin tone. Adapts really nice. It's lightweight. Feels very nice and creamy."

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84%Guru Score

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+ PA++++ (Korean formula)

"It provides really high broad spectrum protection. It is SPF 50 plus and PA++++ but it's really lightweight. It's not sticky. [...] If you're somebody who wears makeup, I think it's perfect under makeup because it will hydrate. So if you have tiny little fine lines, like especially like I do around the eyes, [...] it will hydrate. So when you put makeup on top those lines won't be as visible. The sunscreen is really good to calm and hydrate skin while supporting the moisture barrier."

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87%Guru Score

Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++

"It has a very creamy texture. I find it very hydrating, great protection [...] with SPF 50 PA++++, very broad spectrum. It is probably the most hydrating one of all the ones that I've mentioned so far, but it still absorbs pretty quick. I've used it under makeup. [...] It is not water resistant, [...] but you can still wear it at the beach. It is really lightweight, serum-like texture that absorbs really quick without leaving any sticky residue. [...] This one is probably the most hydrating."

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87%Guru Score

Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Airy Fit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50

"This one is really lightweight. It's a chemical sunscreen just like the other ones. Provides really strong broadspectrum protection of SPF 50 PA4 pluses. There is zero white cast with it. It is a little bit more hydrating than the other two. It absorbs really quick though. It's not greasy at all. It is infused with black rice extract and oil for antioxidant and moisturizing benefits. Don't confuse the oil with the fact that you're going to be oily. You're not going to be. It absorbs really nice."

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83%Guru Score

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick SPF 50

"This is the SPF 50 plus PA++++. It is a super smooth glide sunstick. It controls that shine without feeling waxy or heavy and my face wasn't sticky. Like my hair didn't stick to my face afterwards like some of the US sunscreens do to me. It does apply really evenly with the matte finish. And it's perfect over makeup. You can wear it on bare skin too, but I really did wear it over top of makeup because I would often go to work and then after work we would have like a quick golf meet."

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73%Guru Score

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++

"This is one of the most iconic Japanese SPFs out there. It's really ultra light gel cream. [...] It feels like skincare. It does not feel like SPF. It has really high SPF, really good protection with these advanced Japanese UV filters. Feels very hydrating and cooling like instant cooling application. Also wears really well under makeup. I would say it's great for oily and combination skin."

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83%Guru Score

Skin1004 Helika Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++

"It applies so easy. It controls the shine and helps almost like blur pores a little bit without clogging them. It's super lightweight, very similar to the other stick. I used them interchangeably depending which one I left in which purse when we went to golf meets. It applies over top of makeup really easy. The blush is still visible if you apply it on top of the makeup. It is infused with centella and hyaluronic acid to hydrate while also calming any irritation you may have going on."

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66%Guru Score

Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Pure Mineral Relief Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

"Offers broadspectrum protection without any chemical filters. It's still really lightweight, a little bit more creamy, blends pretty easy with minimal almost no white cast. It's definitely ideal for really sensitive, reactive, or even post-procedure skin. It's infused with the same antioxidant rich black rice extract to nourish and protect the skin barrier. The ingredients here are zinc oxide, black rice extract, adenosine, and niacinamide."

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85%Guru Score

Nivea UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++

"I love this. It applies so nice. The key ingredients are hyaluronic acid, cahadia bark extract, and tocopherol acetate. I think this is best for those who want the no-sunscreen sunscreen feel. If you want to wear SPF and you want it to feel like nothing on your face or if you have combination and oily skin, she's your girl. It's going to feel like you're wearing nothing at all. It has no scent. I did apply it to my eyelids and it did not bother my eyelids at all."

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78%Guru Score

Colorescience Unforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50

"My next recommendation here is the Colorescience Unforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50. This one's really cool because it has iron oxides, which will help block visible light, which is essential for preventing melasma and hyperpigmentation. It is also water resistant, so it's good for long-wearing, making it great for daily and outdoor use. It comes in multiple tints so you can skip foundation while getting full sun protection."

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90%Guru Score

IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream SPF 50+

"My go-to foundation is the IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF 50+. And just because it has SPF 50+ doesn't mean you can't wear without SPF underneath. You need to apply SPF under your makeup. This is a full coverage CC cream with the SPF in it. Acts as skin care and makeup in one. It's really hydrating, anti-aging formula that smooths fine lines and evens out the skin tone. It works really well for all skin types. Offers that natural radiant finish."

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66%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF 50+

"Some examples here are things like Lam to UV clear really good for acne prone skin so great for face"

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81%Guru Score

CeraVe Tinted Mineral Sunscreen

"My next recommendation here is the CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. This is more of a budget friendly also mineral that hydrates while protecting the skin. It provides that really sheer neutral coverage that evens out the redness. It's completely fragrance free suitable for sensitive skin and comes in three different shades so you can pick the right one for you. I'm a big fan of mineral sunscreen especially if you suffer from melasma, this is a good one to try."

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78%Guru Score

Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Hyaluronic Acid Cloud Sheer Tint Moisturizer

"It is a little bit darker than the iNNBEAUTY PROJECT one, so if you're really fair-skinned maybe don't do this one. It is super glowy, gives you that natural glow, leaving your skin really smooth and dewy. It hydrates, protects with SPF 45, and will also blur out some of the imperfections. With this natural tint, it will leave your skin really plump and radiant. If you're somebody who wants a no-makeup makeup look, like you just want a little glow, little hydration, this is perfect for that."

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76%Guru Score

Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

"I love this one because it's more mattifying. It hydrates my skin but it acts like a really nice primer, especially to fill in those little fine lines around the eyes or in my smile lines. It offers broad spectrum SPF protection, it is SPF 40 PA+++. [...] If it's summertime and my skin is really oily, I am probably going to use the Unseen Sunscreen on days that I'm expecting to wear my makeup for long periods of time, or if I'm going to be sitting filming YouTube or something like that."

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75%Guru Score

IT Cosmetics Hello Sunshine Invisible Hydrating Serum Sunscreen SPF 50

"It's a chemical SPF with an invisible finish on skin and does not leave any sort of white cast. Some of the key ingredients include hyaluronic acid, which delivers long-lasting hydration and helps plump the skin, especially if you have mature skin like me with fine lines that you don't want makeup to settle into. It also contains 1% Pro-vitamin B5, which will soothe and moisturize, making it ideal for sensitive skin."

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84%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Tinted Mineral Sunscreen

"This is a really high SPF with a matte finish, so if you're more oily or even if you're sensitive, this is a really good sunscreen for you. It also protects against both UVA and UVB rays and environmental stressors. It is super lightweight texture, absorbs quickly, therefore it is perfect for layering under makeup. It contains titanium dioxide, which is a physical barrier that prevents harmful UV rays from reaching your skin."

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73%Guru Score

The INKEY List Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Tinted

"In the winter months sometimes however I will swap this out for something that's a little bit more hydrating. [...] I also like that this gives me natural tint so I don't feel like I have to wear makeup. Most days I'll still apply makeup just because I enjoy it, but if I am running errands or around the house or at a sporting event for my children, a tinted mineral sunscreen gives just enough coverage without feeling like you have to go overboard with makeup."

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70%Guru Score

Super Group Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

"I personally have preferred Unseen Sunscreen by far because it was really easy to apply makeup on top versus when I used e.l. I felt like makeup sometimes rolled off. I also found that Unseen was quite a bit lighter on my combination to oily skin whereas e.l. appeared a little too heavy for me."

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81%Guru Score

Neutrogena Mineral Invisible Daily Sunscreen SPF 30

"I did not leave a white cast on me. It has no smell whatsoever. It did not irritate my eyes. [...] Pure mineral sunscreen with 4.9% titanium dioxide and 21.6% zinc oxide. [...] I personally find titanium dioxide a little bit heavier than zinc oxide. If you're looking for a mineral sunscreen, zinc tends to be less white-casing in my opinion. The higher the titanium dioxide content, the higher the chance of it leaving white cast. In general it is really lightweight, it is not greasy."

~Mixed

68%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

"If you specifically want a mineral sunscreen, I would choose one of the tinted versions before the untinted one. These use zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, with the tint coming from iron oxides. [...] The tint can help offset the white cast you get from mineral filters, and if you have melasma or hyperpigmentation, I generally prefer a tinted sunscreen with iron oxides because visible light can contribute to pigmentation. Ranking this one, it's good, especially if you want mineral sunscreen."

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77%Guru Score

CeraVe Ultra Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

"The CeraVe Ultra Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 is completely oil-free with broad spectrum SPF 30 and a lightweight, more matte finish. If you have normal or oily skin and want something super light, this is the sunscreen for you. [...] Between the classic AM SPF 30 and this one, if you tend to be oily or simply prefer a lighter finish, I would choose the ultra light. [...] Good means it provides proper coverage; it just might not be for everyone."

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78%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen SPF 30

"The CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen SPF 30 is a hybrid sunscreen that combines mineral and organic filters, and you can use it on both face and body. It's water resistant for up to 80 minutes, which I love for summertime. It makes more sense if you want an actual face and body sunscreen, especially if you're going to be outside, sweating, or around water. It's a better choice for that."

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79%Guru Score

Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 30

"For very sensitive skin, Vanicream Facial Moisturizer SPF 30 is a really nice option. It uses 19.5% zinc oxide and also contains ceramides, glycerin, and squalane, so you get a mineral sunscreen plus moisturizer in one step, which is useful if you want a simple morning routine. Mineral sunscreen isn't automatically right for everyone, though, since the cast or finish can be a dealbreaker for deeper skin tones."

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77%Guru Score

CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

"CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30 is your best two-in-one moisturizer with SPF. [...] Sun protection is the most important anti-aging step because UV exposure is one of the biggest drivers of collagen breakdown. This moisturizer is going to give you both hydration and broad-spectrum sun protection in one single step. It has a really lightweight texture, making it really easy to wear daily under your makeup or under other skin care products."

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72%Guru Score

Moisturizers49 reviews

La Roche-Posay Lipikar Lotion with Urea

"For like that general rough dry skin, I love Larash Bale Lipicar URA 10. This is what I use really neck down even on my feet. 10% urea gives you hydration plus like that gentle catalytic activity. So I like it for the areas like arms, elbows, knees, KP."

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82%Guru Score

Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer

"I really, really like this one. This is one of my favorite budget picks for very sensitive skin. It's a lightweight gel built with prebiotic oat and feverfew, a calming botanical in the chamomile family. It sinks in fast, plays nicely under sunscreen and makeup, and it's about as unlikely to break you out or stain as a moisturizer can be."

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89%Guru Score

Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream

"It is one of the most recommended over-the-counter eczema products in the country, and it truly earned its spot. You get 1% colloidal oatmeal for the itch, and it's backed by ceramides to help rebuild the barrier, in a completely steroid-free cream that's gentle enough for daily, long-term use. It also carries the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. Used consistently, it keeps the skin calm, so you flare less often."

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90%Guru Score

Eucerin Skin Calming Itch Soothing Cream

"The texture is a touch richer than the Aveeno, and it's also very well tolerated for daily use, including on kids. For patients whose eczema shows up more angry and red, that licorice root addition can help calm down some of that inflammation, and the price per ounce tends to run a little friendlier too. [...] I like Eucerin for redness because you're going to really soothe the inflammation down with the licorice root."

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86%Guru Score

Eucerin Roughness Relief Lotion

"This lotion uses 10% urea plus gentle exfoliating acids to dissolve the dead skin cells that are causing rough skin while moisturizing at the same time, so [...] there's no gritty scrubs and you're not going to irritate your barrier. [...] If you have keratosis pilaris or you have rough patches on your elbows or knees or even heels, this is the product that I would reach for. It's going to change the texture rather than just sit on top of your skin."

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85%Guru Score

Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion

"It's built with a triple oat complex plus shea butter, and its mission is to rescue intensely dry, itchy, irritated skin and make it feel human again. It's really lovely for that tight, itchy, uncomfortable dryness, especially in the winter. What it won't do is [...] dissolve any of the keratin plugs that cause actual bumps or rough skin, because that's simply not what it's built for. [...] If your skin is just kind of dry and itchy without any bumps, this will feel like a warm, perfect blanket."

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82%Guru Score

Eucerin Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Face Cream

"It's really gentle, a wallet-friendly entry point into anti-aging for skin that finds retinoids too irritating. But no over-the-counter cream, this one included, is going to outperform a retinoid for wrinkles. It's a great hydrator, but it's not going to build collagen and fix the wrinkles the way a retinoid will. [...] The CoQ10 moisturizer here is more of a supportive care, a nice antioxidant bonus, it's not a miracle, and it definitely doesn't take the place of your retinoid."

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79%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5

"La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 is a little bit lighter, a way more versatile multitasker, and honestly it's the one I tell people to just keep on hand for everything. It's built around panthenol and madecassoside to help soothe and support repair, and it absorbs a little easier than you'd think for something this nourishing. People can use it anywhere, for dry patches, lips, hands, an irritated nose during a cold, or even on kids."

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88%Guru Score

Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream

"Think targeted repair treatment, not your everyday moisturizer. I love it for perioral fissures. If you're using or you've overused your tretinoin, just putting a little bit in the corners where your tretinoin starts irritating you before your perioral derm breaks out is pure chef's kiss. The key ingredients are the copper zinc sulfate complex and thermal spring water. It's [...] my personal go-to, and for my daughter, because we get perioral derm pretty frequently."

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87%Guru Score

Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Cream

"It's a calm-everything-down moisturizer, not a treatment cream. Its job is to give furious, flaring skin something it can absolutely tolerate, and it does that beautifully. I think about it when skin is stinging or mid-flare and the smartest move is to strip the routine all the way back to the basics. The key ingredients are Avène Thermal Spring Water, squalane, and postbiotic soothing complex."

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83%Guru Score

CeraVe Eye Repair Cream

"The texture is really creamy, nourishing without being greasy, which means it's going to sit nicely under concealer without really peeling up, which is a complaint I hear a lot about eye creams. If dryness and barrier disruption around the eye is your issue, this is a really solid, straightforward pick. The key ingredients here are the ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and the marine botanical complex."

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69%Guru Score

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream

"It's hydration and comfort, not reconstruction. You want to think of it as a maintenance rather than a treatment. I think of this for that sensitive, reactive skin that wants reliable, uncomplicated hydration, the skin that isn't severely dry or super damaged, but really needs something that will genuinely tolerate every single day without any issue. The key ingredients here are your glycerin, panthenol, sweet almond oil, and vitamin E."

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80%Guru Score

L'Oreal Revitalift Triple Power Anti-Aging Moisturizer

"For drier skin types, this is going to be my top pick because it gives you retinoid benefits inside a moisturizer base that's actually nourishing and not stripping. It uses this pro-retinol, which is a gentler, stabilized form of vitamin A. It's not the most potent retinoid on the list, but for that really dry, sensitive skin that has struggled with traditional retinols in the past, that gentleness is the whole point."

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84%Guru Score

Cetaphil Healthy Renew Skin Activator Hydrating and Firming Cream

"Clinically, this is shown to visibly smooth texture in as little as one week and improve firmness within 4 weeks. For mature skin that's dealing with crepey texture, dryness, loss of elasticity on the neck, chest, body, this is excellent and genuinely effective option at a drugstore price point."

✓Yay

90%Guru Score

SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream

"I find it to be a really nice option when I want results but I don't want to push my skin any more, and especially if I don't want that peeling, dryness, and irritation I sometimes get from tretinoin. The key ingredient is the AlphaRet, which is a unique combination of a retinoid and an AHA, particularly lactic acid. There's also a little bit of glycolic acid for that optimal exfoliation in addition to the retinoid."

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83%Guru Score

Olay Micro-Sculpting Cream

"One of those classic drugstore moisturizers that continues to hold up, especially in your 30s and 40s when you're starting to focus more on firmness and early signs of aging. It's a little bit richer cream, so I like this more for normal to dry skin. What makes this one really stand out is that it's now formulated with a triple collagen peptide complex, which is going to help support your skin structure and improve the look of firmness and smoothness over time."

✓Yay

77%Guru Score

RoC Multi Correxion Hydration Plus Moisturizer

"For your best hydrating moisturizer for dry skin, I love the RoC Multi Correxion Hydration Plus Moisturizer. This is a deeply hydrating daily moisturizer that targets dryness and loss of firmness. It targets fine lines and dullness with a nourishing long-lasting moisture barrier. It's really lightweight, yet deeply hydrating, making it really suitable for daily use. The key ingredients are seven forms of hyaluronic acid, 10 lipids, and pro-collagen amino acids."

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84%Guru Score

L'Oreal Collagen Bank Moisturizer

"My drugstore pick for the best plumping moisturizer has to be the L'Oreal Paris Collagen Bank Moisturizer. This moisturizer focuses on improving hydration and supporting the skin's natural collagen structure. The hydrated skin tends to appear smoother and more plump, which can make those fine lines less noticeable. The formula has a richer texture that's going to work really well for that normal to dry skin types. The key ingredients are the collagen, glycerin, and shea butter."

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68%Guru Score

Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 10% Urea Lotion

"It can help soothe irritation, reduce rough texture. It works really, really well for severe keratosis pilaris or dry skin or eczema prone skin. So, if your earlier tip of glycolic acid on your keratosis pilaris didn't work alone, do the glycolic acid and apply urea on top of that and you've got a combination to eliminate your keratosis pilaris bumps. The key ingredient in this product is urea 10% and also contains some ceramides and natural moisturizing factors."

✓Yay

89%Guru Score

Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Night Cream

"This is a super nourishing night cream designed specifically for mature skin to support firmness, hydration, barrier repair while you sleep. I love this for skin that feels dry, tight, or less resilient overnight. Especially if you're using retinoids and need extra support. The texture is pretty rich but not heavy. It absorbs really well. Helps skin feel more comfortable and hydrated by the morning. I love it as the final step in an evening routine. It can be used face, neck, and chest."

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94%Guru Score

RoC Multi Correxion Hydrate + Plump Daily Moisturizer

"It's really ideal for perimenopausal skin. It targets those fine lines and dullness with a nourishing long-lasting moisture barrier. It's really lightweight but also really hydrating, making it really suitable for daily use. I have personally used this one and I love it in the morning and the evening. I love to double up on it. The key ingredients here are seven forms of hyaluronic acid, ten lipids, and pro-collagen amino acids."

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84%Guru Score

Vanicream Moisturizing Cream

"Vanicream Moisturizing Cream is really one of my top recommendations for super sensitive skin because it does the best job at avoiding the most common irritants and allergens. It's completely fragrance free, dye free, paraben free, lanoline free, which makes it ideal for patients who react to some of the other moisturizers. The texture is rich but not greasy and it moisturizes without stinging that inflamed or cracked skin."

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89%Guru Score

CeraVe Itch Relief Moisturizing Cream

"My favorite one here and the one that we've used for gosh over a decade now is the CeraVe Itch Relief Moisturizing Cream. Not the lotion, but the cream. [...] For my eczema-prone family members, the cream in the tub does a much better job. It does provide really fast relief. [...] It really took about a minute or two for it to really soothe the itch and it just worked really well. It helped him sleep, which really is when his barrier is repairing."

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81%Guru Score

Tatcha Water Cream Oil-Free Pore Minimizing Moisturizer

"I have to mention the Tatcha Water Cream because I'm borderline obsessed with this. I do find that it's ideal for the warmer months thanks to its really lightweight oil-free formula or if you're somebody who has like combination oily skin. This Tatcha Water Cream is just pure perfection. It delivers that boost of hydration without clogging pores. It's really good for oily, combination, even acne prone skin."

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78%Guru Score

Avène RetrinAL 0.1% Intensive Cream (reformulated)

"Their Avène RetrinAL 0.1% Intensive Cream is clinically shown to reduce fine lines, improve texture, and enhance radiance in as little as 4 weeks. So if it's Black Friday and you pick it up just now, you're going to have that glowing skin by Christmas. The retinol is also encapsulated, so you get a gradual release to minimize irritation. It's really ideal for anyone who has mature or menopausal skin and is looking for some of that reversal of aging signs."

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84%Guru Score

Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream

"For my moisturizer right now, I'm using the Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream. I have this I really like to color code them in my brain. I like the purple one right now. The tealight one is really more like a gel cream. The navy one's supposed to be really great overnight repair, but this is by far my favorite of them all. Um, it feels heavenly. It has that galacttoyces ferment filtrate for the base. It's really good anti-inflammatory. It feels super amazing."

✓Yay

81%Guru Score

SkinFix Barrier+ Triple Lipid & Peptide Cream

"The triple lipid peptide cream is better for dry skin that needs hydration or like fall and winter months. I have finished both of these and loved them."

✓Yay

91%Guru Score

iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Extreme Cream Anti-Aging, Firming & Lifting Moisturizer

"I am currently using the extreme cream um from In Beauty Project. Again, this one's a little bit thicker, a little bit more hydrating. Um and it has peptides and amino acids. It's going to help brighten and tighten a little bit."

✓Yay

88%Guru Score

Alloy M4 Estriol Cream

"Estriol cream is typically compounded whether by a local pharmacy or by an online pharmacy like Alloy and it comes in 3%. This is considered a weaker, more selective form of estrogen because estriol primarily binds to the beta receptors. [...] So if we find something that binds to just the beta receptors, we might have hit the jackpot. Estriol is the estrogen type of topical cream that more selectively binds to the beta receptors compared to the alpha."

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73%Guru Score

L'Oreal Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight Cream

"It smooths the fine lines and softens the appearance of wrinkles. It will help brighten or refresh that under eye area for more of a wake-up look. It also has antioxidants and niacinamide to help protect skin from environmental stressors while improving the skin tone. It does have caffeine which will work to reduce the puffiness and help energize those tired-looking eyes. It's a really rich, velvety texture, delivers that lasting hydration, doesn't feel heavy at all."

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75%Guru Score

Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream

"The Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream combines multiple signal peptides with moisturizing amino acids and growth factors for improved texture, tone, and firmness. It's really lightweight, more like a gel cream texture that absorbs really quick. It's suitable for most skin types. It offers that immediate hydration and that bouncy feel which improves firmness over time."

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65%Guru Score

Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer

"My number one recommendation by far here is the Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer. It is the simplest, most barrier friendly moisturizer you're going to find out there. It is fragrance-free, lightweight, non-comedogenic. It's ideal if your skin feels dry, tight, or irritated from any sort of other treatments or actives you're doing. The key ingredients are the ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and squalane."

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90%Guru Score

Aveeno Restorative Protective Cream

"The Aveeno Restorative Protective Cream is a really rich barrier strengthening cream that accelerates skin recovery forming a protective dressing over irritated or damaged skin. I love it by itself, but I also love it on top of a moisturizer. It's safe, non-comedogenic, so it's suitable for all ages, all skin types, including infants. [...] The key ingredients [...] are the C+ Restore, which is the postbiotic restorative ingredient to support your skin barrier."

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83%Guru Score

Adapylene 0.1% Gel

"Adapene is a type of retinoid. Retinoids work by increasing the cell turnover. When the cells are not shedding fast enough, such as during teen years or if you're undergoing hormonal imbalance and perimenopause like myself, the top layer of the cells doesn't quite shed like it should. The retinoid will help exfoliate those cells. It will help accelerate the cell turnover and therefore it will help open up the blackheads and the whiteheads. I love using [adapalene] 0.1%."

✓Yay

76%Guru Score

La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream

"It is a really rich formula, it nourishes like nothing else. It is perfect for that really dry, fragile skin that loses moisture retention as we age. It will strengthen the skin barrier, helping prevent fine lines from deepening. It leaves skin visibly plumper, smoother, firmer after continued use. [...] The cream lasts 24 months past the opening date, so it's going to last you a very long time."

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47%Guru Score

Drunk Elephant Bora Barrier Rich Repair Cream

"The Drunk Elephant Bora Barrier Repair Cream is really rich. It's really good for deep hydration and is ideal for really dry, sensitive, or even compromised skin. It helps repair and protect against moisture loss. The key ingredients are ceramides, plant oils, and fatty acids. You could even use this on top of your regular moisturizer almost like a barrier if you needed to."

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76%Guru Score

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Sensitive Skin Moisturizer for Redness

"Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Sensitive Skin Moisturizer for Redness is infused with centella asiatica to calm redness and irritation. It hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier while providing that super lightweight coverage. It also has color correcting properties which will help neutralize some of the redness for a more even complexion. The key ingredient here is the centella asiatica or the cica complex, it's a powerful anti-inflammatory ingredient that promotes healing."

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84%Guru Score

Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion

"You want to apply this immediately after the shower, so I'll pat dry on damp skin and apply immediately. I like the lotion for face and body. My kids use this a lot because it's good head to toe. If your skin is more on the dry side or in the winter months, cream is a little bit better option, it is a little bit thicker, but the Cetaphil Lotion applies really nice. It does not have any smell to it. It spreads super easy and you can put your clothes on pretty quick. It's not sticky at all."

✓Yay

85%Guru Score

Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream

"This is the Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream. This stuff has squalane and red algae extract, it is amazing, it is super soft. [...] It does not have much smell to it, it is very rich, hydrating, super moisturizing, goes well under makeup. I have most of the time used it at night underneath or on top of my tretinoin, and this has been part of my retinol sandwich method for the winter months. I would definitely repurchase this again."

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76%Guru Score

Prequel Advanced Relief 10% Urea Moisturizing Milk

"The Prequel Advanced Relief Moisturizing Milk is ideal for face and body. It will help soften and smooth and moisturize, improves dry rough flaky skin and uneven texture. It's really lightweight, absorbs really fast, almost like a silky texture. It contains Urea 10% which will help hydrate and soothe the skin and protect the skin barrier, acts as a humectant and an exfoliant. It's effective in treating dry rough and scaly skin conditions."

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86%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Lipikar Balm AP+ Intense Repair Moisturizing Cream

"In this category, I'd also mention La Roche-Posay Lipikar Balm AP+ Intense Repair Moisturizing Cream. It comes with a pump, but it's truly a cream. So if you prefer a different delivery method, but still want something thick that's not in a jar, this is another good one. [...] All creams, all good, all fragrance free."

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97%Guru Score

Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion

"Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion contains a unique three-dimensional form formula that's enriched with alpha hydroxy and natural moisturizing factors and moisturizes, exfoliates, and conditions really dry, flaky skin. The key ingredient here is urea, 10% again, which will exfoliate and hydrate all at the same time. It also has ceramides which will strengthen the skin barrier."

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85%Guru Score

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Cream

"Neutrogena Hydro Boost, I prefer the water cream versus the gel version for this. I find the water cream to be appropriate for all skin types, whether you're dry, combination, or oily. It's so thin it really allows me to layer sunscreen on top without anything rolling off or peeling."

✓Yay

87%Guru Score

Bliss Watermelon Water Jelly Hydration Cream

"I love the Bliss water cream for its hydration and no oil. I can actually use it twice a day even in the morning with no increased oiliness whatsoever."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

SKKN Face Cream Firming Moisturizer

"This is the face cream and I just do a little dab. This stuff goes a long way. Put this all over your skin and then any excess I always use it on my hand. Love it."

✓Yay

62%Guru Score

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream

"CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is another classic. It's a great basic option for dry, eczema-prone skin, or if you're using irritating actives like tretinoin and need something really rich to keep your barrier healthy. [...] It contains glycerin, petrolatum, dimethicone, hyaluronic acid, cholesterol, and the three ceramides. That's exactly the kind of boring ingredient list I want in a basic supporting moisturizer, and I mean boring as a compliment."

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80%Guru Score

CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion

"The CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion is probably still the one I recommend most of the time. It's really lightweight, oil-free, and fragrance-free, with ceramides and hyaluronic acid plus a little niacinamide. I think it's a very good option for normal, combination, and a lot of my acne-prone skin types, although individual tolerability can always vary. Despite the name PM, there's nothing wrong with using it in the morning."

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88%Guru Score

CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream

"If your skin is really dry, or [...] it's winter and your skin needs more support, I'd step up to the CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream. It gives you ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and peptides in a beautifully rich cream, [...] and you can layer it over the serum when you're really dry."

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76%Guru Score

Rhode Barrier Restore Cream

"Rhode Barrier Restore Cream is going to protect her barrier in case she has any dry patches or anything like that and seal all that in just for that perfect makeup application. [...] I always like to do a more rich cream when I'm going to get my makeup done. [...] You really only need a tiny bit in the areas where you feel like you get a little bit more dry under your makeup, and for me that's around the nose and under the eyes."

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72%Guru Score

Cleansers35 reviews

Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes Fragrance-Free

"They also tend to be loaded with preservatives and fragrance to stay shelf stable, which is the last thing you want sitting on your skin all night. Are they better than nothing in a pinch on a night you're completely exhausted? Sure, as an emergency backup go for it. But as your everyday cleanse, I would skip them and use an actual cleanser or balm or oil followed by a regular water based cleanser, because your skin will thank you if you actually clean it and rinse everything off."

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61%Guru Score

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Cleanser

"My problem is the grapefruit. That bright fruity scent means added fragrance, and fragrance is one of the most common causes of irritation, especially on acne prone skin that's already inflamed or already using retinoids. [...] I see this far too often in clinic, someone washing their face twice a day with a strong fragranced acne wash and then their skin gets red and more irritated, not any more clear."

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61%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser

"La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser is one of the most recommended cleansers online, and honestly for good reason. It's really gentle and non-stripping like the Avène, but it's a true rinse-off cleanser with that soft, creamy feel that leaves skin really comfortable instead of tight. What sets it apart is that it actually supports your barrier while it cleanses, with ceramides built in."

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83%Guru Score

CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser with 4% Benzoyl Peroxide

"This is my first recommendation, and hands down something I'm recommending in clinic every single day: the CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser with 4% Benzoyl Peroxide. They also have a 10% benzoyl peroxide version which I like better for body acne, but for the face, 4% wins hands down, it's all you need and there's minimal irritation."

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76%Guru Score

Avène Cleanance Cleanser

"This is an amazing product, really gentle, a well-formulated option, with 2% salicylic acid, lactobacillus ferment lysate to support the skin microbiome, and Avène thermal spring water for its well-documented soothing properties, together giving you the perfect cleanser. It will help control oil without stripping your skin, and it's also appropriate for sensitive, acne-prone skin that can't tolerate more aggressive formats."

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66%Guru Score

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

"I reach for this recommendation when someone's skin reacts to everything. If your skin burns easy, gets red quickly, flares from fragrances, this is the one you reach for. It's also really good for skin that's been over exfoliated or irritated from actives, and just needs a reset period. The key ingredients here are glycerin, niacinamide, and panthenol."

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80%Guru Score

Prequel Non-Drying Glycerin Cleanser

"One of my favorite cleansers for mature skin is the Prequel cleanser. It's built with 50% glycerin, which is one of the most effective humectants in skincare, meaning it's going to draw water into the skin and keep it there. It also contains inulin, which is a prebiotic that helps support a healthy skin microbiome, and arginine, which is an amino acid that helps protect and repair the skin barrier while also cleansing."

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90%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser

"It's a really good pick for morning or evening use in acne routine, but I really would reserve these for oily skin. It's best for that comedonal acne, meaning you have the blackheads, whiteheads, bumpy skin texture. Ideal for that oily skin that needs pore clearing without irritation. The key ingredients are salicylic acid, glycerin, and lipohydroxy acid, also known as LHA, which is a derivative of salicylic acid and has exfoliating and skin renewing properties."

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88%Guru Score

Avène Tolerance Foaming Facial Cleanser

"I like this one because it has a light foaming texture, it still feels really gentle, doesn't leave my skin feeling dry or stripped or irritated at all. So, I usually grab this one if my skin feels a little more congested or I really want that foaming action. The key ingredients are Glycerin, Niacinamide, and Avène Thermal Spring Water."

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84%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Milky Moisturizing Facial Cleanser

"I absolutely love it if your skin is dry. It's one of those cleansers I know I can use even if my skin is irritated, even if I just did a laser or chemical peel and I need to clean, this is my cleanser. My skin still feels comfortable afterwards. The key ingredients are the La Roche Posay Thermal Spring Water and Glycerin. [...] The cleanser doesn't foam up very well though. So if you're somebody who really needs to have that foaming action, this might not be the best fit for you."

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76%Guru Score

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Gel Cleanser with Hyaluronic Acid

"It feels really lightweight, but it's still going to hydrate, which is going to make it really nice if you're oily or combination but still dealing with dehydration. It's really easy to apply. It's really lightweight cleansing gel, foams really nice, easy to spread. It does a good job at removing your makeup and your sunscreen, also hydrating at the same time. The key ingredient here is the hyaluronic acid for that lightweight hydration."

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78%Guru Score

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

"It is super gentle. It removes that makeup, sunscreen impurities without leaving greasy residue. Great for all skin types, especially sensitive skin, as it requires no rinsing or scrubbing whatsoever. I love it for first cleanse, preparing the skin for that deeper second cleanse. I've gone through bottles and bottles of this. I love the one with the pink cap because it's really good for even the most sensitive skin. Also, it does not irritate my eyes at all."

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68%Guru Score

Versed Day Dissolve Cleansing Balm

"It's an affordable balm that transforms into this silky creamy texture. It removes your makeup and SPF, rinses completely clean without leaving any residue. The nourishing oils help keep your skin balanced and comfortable. It does have a little bit of a scent, it has eucalyptus and clove leaf oils that provide that refreshing spa-like scent. The key ingredients in the original formula are the eucalyptus oil, the clove leaf oil, and the vitamin E."

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79%Guru Score

Cetaphil Healthy Radiance Gentle PHA Exfoliating Cleanser

"The Cetaphil Healthy Radiance Gentle PHA Exfoliating Cleanser is a gentle exfoliating cleanser designed to brighten dull skin while remaining suitable for daily use. It uses PHAs, or polyhydroxy acids, which exfoliate even slower than traditional exfoliating acids, making it appropriate for even mature, sensitive, dry skin that wants mild resurfacing without irritation. The key ingredients are PHA, or the polyhydroxy acids, niacinamide, and glycerin."

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83%Guru Score

CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser

"This provides really gentle exfoliation without any harsh micro beads, no physical scrubbing whatsoever. It combines that salicylic acid with ceramides to maintain the skin's protective barrier while softening and smoothing the skin. It also includes hydrating and calming ingredients to prevent over-drying or irritation even with regular use. The key ingredients here are the ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and salicylic acid."

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75%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Cleansing Oil

"La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Cleansing Oil is one of my top picks for body eczema. It has this oil gel texture that reduces itch, restores lipids, and cleans without any aggravation. It's amazing for winter flares. It provides hydration, but also keeps you clean. It's really good for dry, eczema-prone skin. It's my two-in-one body and face wash. It provides long-lasting hydration, 24-hour moisture. And we really keep this in the shower most of the winter, all of us."

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82%Guru Score

Eleus Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm

"Eleus Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm, the OG, the yellow one. This is my favorite way to start winding down for the night. It literally melts off my SPF, any mascara, eyeshadow, anything like that. It removes it all. You apply your cleansing balm on dry skin. [...] As soon as I hop in the shower, I'll apply some to my dry face and really massage it in really good. Then you add a little bit of water, it turns into this really luxurious, milky texture, and then rinses off beautifully."

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84%Guru Score

Panoxil Acne Creamy Wash

"Therefore, it's safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. My recommendation here would be either the Panoxil or the [CeraVe] acne foaming wash in the 4% cuz it tends to be a little bit more irritating. You can use it as a short contact mask like 30 to 60 seconds and then rinse it off. It does work better the longer you leave it on. If you have body acne, the 10% option might be a little bit better for you and will be just as safe."

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73%Guru Score

Elmus Pro Collagen Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm

"I love double cleansing and I am particularly lowkey addicted to Elmus cleansing balm. I have the original. I finished the black cherry. I love them both."

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79%Guru Score

Aveeno Calm + Restore Nourishing Oat Cleanser

"It's a silky creamy cleanser formulated with oat extract and feverfew to soothe and hydrate while gently removing impurities. It's not foaming and is designed to reduce visible redness with continued use. It's really best for that red, blotchy, irritated, sensitive skin. It's also very helpful for post-procedure care or barrier repair routines for any type of sensitive compromised skin. The key ingredients here are colloidal oatmeal, feverfew extract, and glycerin."

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83%Guru Score

Cetaphil DermaControl Oil Removing Foam Wash

"My next recommendation here is the Cetaphil DermaControl Oil Removing Foam Wash. This one's really deep cleansing foaming formula. Effectively removes any excess oil impurities. It's pretty good at taking makeup off, too. It's clinically proven to remove up to 99% of excess oil without overdrying. It helps reduce shine while soothing and calming the irritated skin. It's also pH balanced to support healthy looking skin barrier. The key ingredients are glycerin and zinc gluconate."

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81%Guru Score

SkinFix Barrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Hydrating Gentle Gel Cleanser

"This one's really cool. It thoroughly cleanses while protecting the skin barrier. It's lightweight gel texture removes dirt and oil without any irritation. It's perfect for sensitive skin, good for acne prone skin also post-retinol recovery. The key ingredients here are ceramides, the patented BL3 complex, ectoine, chamomile and moisturizers. This one goes on really good after your cleansing balm. So you can pair those two perfectly together."

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85%Guru Score

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water

"I tend to use my micellar water and Bioderma has been my go-to lately. I [...] love this, it's almost out. I put this on a cotton round and kind of wipe my face, especially around the eyes to make sure I remove all that nighttime skincare routine. I always make sure I go down my neck and chest."

✓Yay

96%Guru Score

Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm

"This cleansing balm is my favorite way to start winding down for the night. It melts on my skin, removes all traces of makeup, SPF, impurities from the day without stripping any of my skin's moisture. This luxurious texture turns my evening cleanse into a self-care ritual. Some of the key ingredients here are things like English Rose oil extract, Elderberry oil, Padina pavonica, these all help give it that nice buttery soft moisturizing texture that does an amazing job of taking makeup off."

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75%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Moisturizing Wash

"This is my second bottle and I use it for face and body. Of note, this also doubles as a shaving cream if you're in a pinch, and to be honest I kind of stopped buying shaving creams because I have a lot of cleansers in the shower and they're very hydrating. [...] So this is a good one to have in the shower all the time for so many reasons. Some of the key ingredients here are things like Thermal Water, shea butter, it has a little bit of niacinamide and glycerin."

✓Yay

90%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Cleansing Oil

"It removes all the oil from my T-Zone but does not leave me dry it is ideal for normal to oily skin types"

✓Yay

91%Guru Score

Augustinus Bader Rich Cream Cleansing Balm

"I've tried oil cleansers and balm cleansers and I'm definitely a balm cleanser kind of girl and I've tried several brands and I like several brands but I love this one, like love it. [...] It is soothing, it does not irritate my eyes. I do consider this balm cleanser to be appropriate for all skin types, especially if you're dry and mature. Now I'm combination to oily and I find it very suitable for my skin, especially since I'm doing a second cleanser afterwards."

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76%Guru Score

PanOxyl 4% Benzoyl Peroxide Cleansing Wash

"If you suffer from inflammatory acne so you have those red bumps your best second cleanser is going to be something with benzoyl peroxide in it the most popular brand here is PanOxyl it comes in 5 and 10%"

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89%Guru Score

SKKN Gentle Foaming Cleanser

"The first thing I do is this cleanser. What I love about this is it's really light but it just takes off all of the makeup. It's really gentle. It feels clean but gentle."

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63%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser

"The CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser is probably the classic CeraVe cleanser most people recognize, and I still think it's a very good cleanser. It uses a really gentle, non-foaming cleansing base with glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides. It cleanses without leaving many dry or sensitive skin types feeling stripped. If you have normal, dry, sensitive, or mature skin and love a gentle creamy cleanser, it's a really solid choice."

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85%Guru Score

CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser

"It's gel-based, foams nicely, and still has niacinamide, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid. My issue is that people often choose a foaming cleanser because they associate that squeaky clean feeling with better cleansing, and that's not necessarily true. On days when my rosacea flares and my skin is sensitive, [...] I feel like this might dry me out a little too much. It's very skin dependent, and for me personally it's just okay."

~Mixed
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79%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

"My second choice is probably the CeraVe hydrating cream to foam cleanser. It starts as a really nice cream, turns into soft foam with water, and gives you a nice middle ground if you want something more cleansing than a traditional non-foaming hydrating cleanser but don't want your skin feeling stripped afterwards. It can also remove makeup, dirt, oil, and sunscreen, which makes it especially convenient for nighttime cleansing."

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77%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser

"My favorite CeraVe cleanser is the Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser. [...] It starts with an oil-like texture and then transforms into a soft foam when you add water. It contains glycerin, squalane, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides, but with a rinse-off cleanser I'm not choosing it because I expect the ceramides or hyaluronic acid to miraculously transform my skin. I like it because it cleanses well without leaving my skin feeling stripped."

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81%Guru Score

Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser

"I really like Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser if your skin has become drier or more sensitive with age. It's soap-free, sulfate-free, and fragrance-free, and it contains glycerin, so it removes dirt and oil without leaving your face feeling stripped or tight. It's particularly nice if you have sensitive skin or are already using actives like retinoids."

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92%Guru Score

CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser with 2% Salicylic Acid

"CeraVe acne foaming wash comes in 4% and 10%. If you're somebody with sensitive skin, consider starting with 4%, but for like back acne or maybe the buttock areas, the 10% might work better."

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82%Guru Score

Other25 reviews

Remedy For Pore Size

"It's pretty genius, actually. It's a smart combination for smoothing texture and minimizing the look of pores. The upside is simply convenience: that one bottle does the job. So if you're somebody who doesn't like a lot of steps or you just really want like the simplest skin care, this is the one. [...] With that many actives at once, if you have sensitive skin, you could want to introduce this really slow like once a week, increase to twice a week."

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91%Guru Score

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex

"It's also a little bit cheaper than the Lancôme, which is worth noting, but not really by much. You're still spending quite a bit, and it's still considered a luxury product. The formula also folds in peptides to reverse some of the signs of aging. [...] If you like that ritual of a beautiful feel of the nighttime serum, this one is going to deliver."

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64%Guru Score

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate

"The Lancôme Advanced Génifique serum is a genuinely lovely serum. It's lightweight, sinks in beautifully, leaves your skin feeling really hydrated, bouncy, and a little more radiant. That cosmetic elegance is a big part of what you're paying for, and Lancôme does it really well. [...] It's hydrating and supporting your barrier with a ferment, hyaluronic acid, and a vitamin C derivative. It's a really nice, gentle everyday step."

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57%Guru Score

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharge Complex

"The Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharge Complex is [...] hydrating, it's a smoothing eye cream with that slightly cooling gel cream feel that a lot of people find refreshing in the morning. It layers really well under concealer. It can help depuff the look of the area temporarily. It's priced right in line with Lancôme. Go with Estée Lauder if your priority is overnight repair and hydration and you love that cooling gel cream texture."

~Mixed

61%Guru Score

Estée Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+ Youth Power Creme Soft Creme

"The Estée Lauder Revitalizing Supreme Plus Youth Power Cream is [...] a bit lighter and more universally wearable with that soft whipped texture that works for even normal to combination skin. It hydrates really well, gives a nice radiant finish, and layers really nice under makeup. This is better for that everyday lighter hydration that's slightly on the friendlier price side."

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69%Guru Score

The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% + HA

"The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% plus HA is affordable, it's only about 11 bucks, and it's a really lightweight water-based serum that layers easily under your moisturizer or even under your retinoid. It [...] packs in two different forms of Matrixyl, which is why it punches well above its price, and it's about as low-drama and beginner-friendly as collagen peptide gets. It promotes firmer, more plumper-looking skin, with Matrixyl 3000, Matrixyl Synthe'6, and hyaluronic acid to help plump."

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77%Guru Score

Hibiclens Hibiclens

"Hibiclens, or chlorhexidine wash, is one of the most frequently used products in clinical dermatology, we use it in clinic as a pre-surgical scrub to clean skin before skin cancer surgeries. [...] The active ingredient is chlorhexidine gluconate, a powerful antiseptic that kills a broad range of bacteria on contact, which is why hospitals and surgeons use it before procedures. [...] Dermatologists [...] reach for it consistently for patients dealing with recurrent skin infections."

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66%Guru Score

The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10%

"Another recommendation is the Ordinary Argireline Solution 10%. This is the one that works kind of like Botox works on the expression lines."

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71%Guru Score

Tatcha Luminous Skin Softener

"I like their essence. It's really lightweight, absorbs really quickly. It preps my skin for the serums and treatments that follow. It kind of helps boost your skincare treatment with its 100% hadasei, it's like a trio of fermented Japanese superfoods. They're going to help hydrate, resurface, soften, and plump your skin. It definitely [...] helps me hydrate and plump the skin. I apply my vitamin C on top of it. It really helps prep the skin for my next step."

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56%Guru Score

Elmus Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads

"They're not harsh. They're not scrubbing anything off. The lactic acid here helps refine the pores, brighten uneven tone, and soften those really fine lines without any harshness to the skin. It's ideal for those who want consistent exfoliation, but are really sensitive to a lot of the exfoliating acids, especially like glycolic and salicylic acid. The key ingredients here are the patented tri-enzyme technology, the lactic acid, and the probiotic ferment complex."

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84%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo

"My other recommendation for brand in the adapalene 0.1% category is definitely the La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo. This is similar formula to adapalene from different gel but it's a little bit gentler base with that soothing thermal water from La Roche-Posay."

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76%Guru Score

SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2

"This is the SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2. This one replenishes essential skin lipids like ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids in the exact proportions that are in your skin. It has that optimal ratio to restore the healthy barrier. It leaves your skin really nice and plump and smooth and nourished. It just feels heavenly on your skin. The key ingredients are 2% ceramides, 4% cholesterol, and 2% fatty acids."

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77%Guru Score

Alastin Restorative Neck Complex

"This one helps stimulate collagen and elastin production and can possibly visibly tighten sagging skin if used consistently. It can help brighten skin tone and reduce crepiness with antioxidants. It helps hydrate really nicely with no greasiness and no sticky feeling. It's really ideal for daily use. The key ingredients here are the Triex technology which is a proprietary blend of peptides and active ingredients. It has phytoine and phytoluine and flax seed extract."

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85%Guru Score

Supergoop Mattescreen

"It has the iron oxide, so it's going to do a really good job protecting from that visible light and blue light. It is non-comedogenic. What I like about it is that it's pure mineral sunscreen. For those with rosacea, it will be a little bit easier on that super sensitive skin. [...] This one's going to be very mattifying, a little bit more blurring, better for a little bit lighter skin types or those who are really oily and want something that is more mattifying or as a makeup primer."

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82%Guru Score

Pulse Dye Laser

"This is my favorite laser by far. It's one of the ones we've had in a practice for seven or eight years now. It helps with redness, it helps with rosacea, and it is incredibly effective, way way way more effective than IPL or BBL for redness. I've seen it make a huge difference in any patient with a vascular concern. You can also treat those little cherry angiomas, the little red moles that you get on your body, and that's typically just one treatment."

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88%Guru Score

Sports Research Vegan Vitamin D3 with K2

"So I tend to take this with my lunch. I prefer this formulation because it's vegan. It's non-GMO. It has that K2 to enhance the effectiveness of the D3. [...] Taking K2 with D3 is beneficial because D3 helps absorb calcium and K2 ensures that that calcium ends up in your bones and not arteries. So for me this combination is a must especially for bone and heart health in pmenopause."

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84%Guru Score

SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF

"SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF is specifically designed for oily acne prone skin. It has vitamin C with silymarin, which is the milk thistle extract to reduce the oiliness and prevent oxidation of the sebum, which is a key factor in breakouts. It also has a little bit of salicylic acid to help exfoliate and keep pores clean. The key ingredients are 15% [L-ascorbic] acid, the silymarin, and the salicylic acid."

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82%Guru Score

ZIIP Halo 2.0

"It delivers nano and microcurrent technology to help lift and firm the skin. It's clinically tested to improve the facial contour and muscle tone within four weeks. It will help increase the ATP, which is your cellular energy, by up to 500%, which will further help support collagen synthesis. It also will enhance some lymphatic drainage, reducing puffiness and promoting that sculpted look. You can use it anywhere from four to twelve minutes per day depending on which type of treatment you pick."

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81%Guru Score

Scar Away Silicone Scar Sheets

"Silicone helps flatten soften and fade scars by improving the hydration and helping regulate the collagen production. An example of this is the Scar Away sheets. These can be found in your local drugstores."

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84%Guru Score

SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF

"The Phloretin helps neutralize damaging free radicals, aids cell turnover, and improves the appearance of discoloration. This also has 10% pure vitamin C, which is L-ascorbic acid. This is a very potent antioxidant. It protects against oxidative stress, brightens the skin, provides visible anti-aging benefits. And it has 0.5% ferulic acid, which is a plant-based antioxidant that enhances the stability and efficacy of vitamin C and E while neutralizing free radicals."

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89%Guru Score

SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense

"SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense combines the tranexamic acid, niacinamide, and all those together will give you a perfect concoction for brightening and clarity."

✓Yay

71%Guru Score

Latisse Latisse

"While this number seems really low, I'm a perfect example of that. I have used the prescription and developed significant itching, redness of the eyelid, and redness of the white part of my eye. I just really could not tolerate it. Another side effect is hyperpigmentation, which is where the skin around the lash line gets darker, though this usually resolves after you stop the serum. Another more serious side effect is things like periorbital fat loss, which is around your eyes."

✕Nay

61%Guru Score

Weleda Skin Food

"I love the Weleda Skin Food and it's so creamy and rich so you really only need a tiny bit in the areas where I feel like I get a little bit more dry under my makeup and for me that's around the nose that's under the eyes my eyes are really sensitive especially when I sleep they tear up and they get irritated so I feel like this actually really helps me a lot I like this."

✓Yay

78%Guru Score

Certain Dri Fragrance-Free Roll-On Antiperspirant

"If you don't want anything with scent, Certain Dri brand has just a straight up unscented anti-perspirant."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

Jeuveau Jeuveau

"Botox disport daxi zomin jvo those are called neuromodulators they paralyze the muscle and yes you have less movement but it can be done very naturally"

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84%Guru Score

Haircare22 reviews

Nizoral A-D Anti-Dandruff Shampoo (1% Ketoconazole)

"Nizoral anti-dandruff shampoo sits in my shower permanently. [...] Most people buy it for dandruff and slowly realize it's quietly treating three other things at the same time. The active ingredient [...] is ketoconazole 1%, an antifungal that targets yeast overgrowth on the scalp and skin, which [...] can trigger [...] dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, tinea versicolor, and even fungal acne [...] along the hairline that doesn't respond to regular acne treatment."

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81%Guru Score

Head & Shoulders Classic Clean Shampoo

"The first recommendation is of course the Head & Shoulders Classic Clean or really any flavor you want. It controls mild dandruff, balances oil production without stripping the hair. It's best for your everyday flake prevention and general scalp maintenance. It does help reduce scalp itchiness and irritation. The key ingredient is pyrithium zinc. It's going to minimize the inflammation and the yeast."

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71%Guru Score

Dove Intensive Repair 10-in-1 Bond Strength Peptide Complex Serum Hair Mask

"This is a really intensive repair mask. It's designed to strengthen and protect hair bonds from damage. It provides 10 benefits, including deep hydration, frizz control, and improved hair resilience. It helps reduce breakage and split ends while also enhancing smoothness and shine. It's really ideal for damaged, overprocessed, or even color-treated hair. It leaves your hair really, really soft and healthy looking. The key ingredients are bioprotein care infused with peptides, glycerin, and silk"

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95%Guru Score

Vanicream Free and Clear Hair Shampoo

"The Vanicream Free and Clear Hair Shampoo is an extremely gentle shampoo formulated for the most sensitive scalp. It is completely fragrance free, dye free, formaldehyde releasers free, and it doesn't really have any common irritants. So I find it ideal for patients with eczema, contact dermatitis, or super reactive scalp. It can be used daily without disrupting the scalp barrier. The key ingredients are really mild surfactants and glycerin."

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71%Guru Score

L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate-Free Clarifying Shampoo and Conditioner

"This one is also so good. It's the L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate-Free Clarifying Shampoo. It's a completely sulfate-free formula, so it's great for those for whom that's important. It removes all the buildup while remaining really gentler than some of your traditional clarifying shampoos. It's also suitable for color-treated hair. It removes product buildup and hard water exposure to restore strands. It's formulated with antioxidants, vitamin C, and glycine."

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85%Guru Score

Dove Scalp + Hair Therapy Clarifying Shampoo

"My first recommendation here is by far the Dove Scalp Plus Hair Therapy Clarifying Shampoo. I've gone through at least two or three bottles of this myself. This is a clarifying shampoo with vitamin B3, vitamin E, zinc, and then some peptides. It helps remove the buildup from styling products and excess oil. It's designed to balance scalp and hair health. The key ingredient here is the niacinamide."

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84%Guru Score

OGX Repair & Protect Bond Protein Repair Heat Protectant Spray

"I've talked about this one many times. You guys know about it. I love the price. I love how it goes on. After you spray your hair, make sure you let it sit just a little bit cuz you want that to completely dry. It does such a good job at shielding your hair from heat damage. It helps maintain that smoothness during styling. Also helps support bond strength while protecting the cuticle. The key ingredients here are those bond building proteins."

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71%Guru Score

Pantene Pro-V Miracle Rescue Deep Repair Conditioner

"The Pantene Pro-V Miracle Rescue Deep Repair is a deep repair conditioner that's designed to improve smoothness and reduce breakage in your hair. It's really lightweight enough for frequent use. It helps restore softness and shine. It's suitable for really dry or chemically treated hair. The key ingredient is the provitamin B5 or panthenol."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

"For bond repair, I love the K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask. This is not your typical deep conditioner. It's a biomimetic hair treatment that repairs broken hair chains at a molecular level and restores the strength and elasticity. It works in just 4 minutes to help reverse the damage from bleaching, coloring, heat, or any chemical treatments. Unlike traditional bonding treatments, K18 permanently reconnects keratin chains for lasting damage repair."

✓Yay

81%Guru Score

Vegamour GRO+ Advanced Hair Serum

"It helps hair look fuller and healthier over time with consistent use. No, it does not grow new hair, but it can help support hair follicle function. It's best used as part of a long-term routine. The key ingredients here are the phytoactives, which are plant-derived ingredients aimed at supporting scalp health. It has some peptides which help support the hair follicle environment and also antioxidants which will help protect the scalp from oxidative stress."

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66%Guru Score

Selsun Blue Selenium Sulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

"It works by slowing down the yeast overgrowth and reducing inflammation within the hair follicle. This can be especially helpful for people whose fungal acne flares when there is sweating and humidity. A common brand I love for here is Selsun Blue. You can also get the Niserol shampoo in the navy blue bottle. And just like shampoo, this can be used as a short contact wash rather than a leave-on product. Apply it, let it sit 3 to 5 minutes, then hop in the shower and rinse it off."

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77%Guru Score

Head & Shoulders Zinc Pyrithione Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

"Head & Shoulders offers that zinc based anti-dandruff shampoo that can be used very similarly to the other two with the short contact therapy leaving it on and then rinsing off in the shower. This is one of those really good ones where it's not going to have any funky smell and you have so many different options as to which flavor of it you want if you will. They all smell a little bit differently. They all work just a little bit differently, but the active ingredient is exactly the same."

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78%Guru Score

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer

"My favorite hair dryer is the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer. I know it can be pricey and honestly I do have the Dyson Air Wrap 2 but I prefer the hair dryer and hair dryer is cheaper than the Air Wrap. The hair dries really fast while minimizing the hair damage with the Dyson hair dryer. It helps reduce the frizz. It protects against overheating. It's great for any hair type especially those who are prone to frizz."

✓Yay

89%Guru Score

Crown Affair Microfiber Hair Towel

"I love this hair towel. It's really soft, gentle on hair to prevent any breakage. It helps reduce frizz and absorb excess water really quickly. It's really good for any hair type but especially if your hair is curly or damaged."

✓Yay

72%Guru Score

Crown Affair Dry Shampoo

"You apply it just where you need it. It absorbs the oil, adds volume and texture for that freshly styled look. It comes in this refillable container making it more sustainable than traditional dry shampoos. I love it for travel. I love it for everyday. It's great for any type, but especially if you're like me, you have that really fine oily hair that needs to be refreshed in between washes. The key ingredients are tapioca starch, kaolin clay, and tsubaki seed oil."

✓Yay

88%Guru Score

Crown Affair Leave-in Conditioner

"I'll also love their Leave-in Conditioner. It is super lightweight formula. So if you're somebody who has fine hair like me and you don't want to weigh down this one's perfect. It hydrates and smooths hair without weighing it down. It protects the hair from environmental damage as well as heat styling. It's really good for any type but especially if your hair is dry or frizzy. The key ingredients in this one are Sububaki seed oil and [panthenol]."

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81%Guru Score

Neutrogena T/Sal Therapeutic Shampoo

"Salicylic acid is an active ingredient that helps exfoliate the top layer of the scalp so it will eliminate any flakes and dead skin cells that you have. [...] Neutrogena salicylic acid shampoo with 3% salicylic acid is a perfect example. I always recommend using medicated shampoo at least 2 to 3 times per week. It's important to leave it on your scalp for about 3 to 5 minutes before you rinse it off."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

Head & Shoulders Clinical Strength Selenium Sulfide Shampoo

"The next shampoo I'm going to recommend is going to contain selenium sulfide. So if you go to your drugstore you look for Head and Shoulders you want the blue bottle. [...] The blue bottle Head and Shoulders, that's the good stuff. That one contains selenium sulfide 1%. This is a very powerful antifungal. Also great for beard and chest if you break out anywhere else. It helps control the flaking and scalp buildup."

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84%Guru Score

Batiste Color Dry Shampoo Brunette

"My favorite hands down favorite inexpensive amazing dry shampoo is the Batiste Brunette dry shampoo. It refreshes hair between the washes while adding some volume and absorbing excess oil. I like to spray a little extra in my part, and [...] because I'm in my 40s I'm starting to thin out at the top and my part's getting to be a little bit wider, so I spray it up top and then when you blend it in after you spray dry shampoo you want to leave it maybe a couple minutes."

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84%Guru Score

ghd Bodyguard Heat Protectant Spray

"I like this one because it's really lightweight. It will shield the hair from heat damage up to 450 degrees. It helps maintain the moisture balance and prevents breakage from styling tools. It leaves the hair feeling smooth without any sticky residue. I also like it because I don't feel like I'm inhaling it. It's [...] a different kind of pump, [...] not aerosolized. It just sprays directly onto the area where you're applying it without feeling like I'm inhaling it."

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84%Guru Score

Rogaine Minoxidil 5% Foam

"I do recommend 5% for women as well. I think 5% is much superior to the 2%. The minoxidil will work really well on androgenetic alopecia. It will also help with telogen effluvium if you're somebody whose hair is falling out from stress and you just can't wait for it to stop falling out and new hair to grow, this will help. Also if you have alopecia areata or there's little circular patches of hair loss from stress, it will help all three of those types."

✓Yay

86%Guru Score

CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Shampoo with Zinc Pyrithione

"One newer CeraVe product that has become one of my favorites is their anti-dandruff hydrating shampoo. It contains 1% pyrithione zinc, an effective anti-dandruff ingredient, and I think it's a really nice option for mild dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. I [...] love that it's fragrance-free, because fragrance can be an issue for people with sensitive skin or an irritated scalp."

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85%Guru Score

Retinoids20 reviews

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ Regenerating Cream

"It works by speeding up cell turnover and signaling your skin to produce more collagen. [...] Over the counter retinol is going to be gentler and slower than a prescription retinoid, [...] so I don't want you expecting overnight miracles, but as an affordable entry point it's a really good and reasonable place to begin. If you're new to it, start slow, maybe a couple nights a week, give your skin time to adjust, and always pair it with sunscreen in the morning."

✓Yay

83%Guru Score

RoC Retinol Correxion Max Hydration Cream

"If you want something that's better for mature skin, I would recommend RoC Retinol Correction Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream."

✓Yay

87%Guru Score

Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1%

"It's one you've been waiting for, and it generally might be one of the best dollar for dollar buys in all of skin care. Adapalene used to require prescription. Back in my training, I was finishing residency, and this was still prescription, and now it's over the counter. Adapalene is a true retinoid, not a retinol derivative. It's an actual retinoid, and it was prescription for a long time, but now you can get over the counter for like 20 bucks. That's a really big deal."

✓Yay

92%Guru Score

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer

"The number eight on the list here is the best all-in-one pick, and this goes to Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer. This is what I call a smart gateway retinol, and I mean that as a genuine compliment. The strongest retinol in the world isn't going to help you if you quit after a week because of redness and peeling. Tolerability and consistency will always beat potency if you can't stick with it, and this formula is built exactly for that. It uses a dual retinoid system."

✓Yay

74%Guru Score

Naturium Retinaldehyde cream serum 0.05%

"The 0.05% strength in Naturium's gentlest version makes it a great starting point for reactive skin. It has really creamy texture, it's rich, it doesn't feel heavy though, and it layers really well under your moisturizer. For sensitive skin that wants that real results without the redness, peeling, or burning, this is a really, really good option. The key ingredients are retinaldehyde 0.05%, glycerin, soy amino acids, and pomegranate seed extract."

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream

"My next recommendation is the RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream. It's formulated with pure retinol. It works overnight to help reduce fine lines and deep wrinkles. It's not greasy. It's very hydrating. Makes it a really good starter retinol for mature skin. It's clinically proven to show visible improvement in 12 weeks when used consistently. The key ingredients in this one are the RoC Retinol and Squalane."

✓Yay

76%Guru Score

Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6

"It's known for its elegant hydrating texture, fast results without excessive irritation. It's often described as that sweet spot between retinol and retinoid. The key ingredient is the encapsulated retinaldehyde, which is one conversion step away from retinoic acid. It also contains hyaluronic acid to help hydration and plumping, vitamin E, glycerin, and shea butter to help maintain hydration with the retinol."

✓Yay

89%Guru Score

Altreno Tretinoin Lotion 0.05%

"Altreno lotion, this is the 0.05%. It's a little bit newer hydrating formula. Really well tolerated. I do have this prescription. I like it. It spreads really nice."

✓Yay

76%Guru Score

A313 Vitamin A Pommade (Retinol Ester)

"It's a really gentle, beginner-friendly retinoid. It uses vitamin A ester, which is used instead of pure retinol. It still gives you a smooth texture and it still enhances radiance, and it will help support gradual skin renewal. It's a thicker emollient ointment base, so it's going to help with some of the irritation or dryness if you're somebody who's really sensitive to retinols. The key ingredients are retinol palmitate and tocopherol, or vitamin E."

✓Yay

62%Guru Score

RoC Retinol Capsules

"My two favorites are going to be RoC Retinol and the CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum. They're both going to be very affordable, very gentle, accessible. You can find them at your local Target or Walmart. Retinoids work by improving the uneven tone and texture from sun exposure. They're going to help reduce the look of post-inflammatory marks and hyperpigmentation. And they're both gentle enough for beginners."

✓Yay

81%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1%

"If you're somebody with oily skin and you have comedonal acne or any type of acne, but you're also worried about aging, this is the one to go to. [...] My go-to is probably the La Roche-Posay Adapalene Gel. It has that 0.1% gel that will help speed up the cell turnover, open up blackheads and whiteheads, minimize some of the fine lines and wrinkles, but you need to hydrate while you're using it. If you don't hydrate, you're just going to look a little bit more wrinkly."

✓Yay

86%Guru Score

Neutrogena Adapalene 0.1% Gel

"I have also used Neutrogena brand and efficac but they all do the same thing"

✓Yay

84%Guru Score

Murad Retinol Resculpt Eye Treatment

"The Murad Retinol Resculpt Eye Treatment is a pretty powerful eye cream with encapsulated Retinol for lifting, firming, and tightening the eye area. It reduces lines and wrinkles in as little as one week, boosts elasticity, and improves sagging for a more youthful look. It's designed for minimal irritation with a targeted delivery system. The key ingredients here are encapsulated retinol and ginseng root extract."

✓Yay

79%Guru Score

Naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.5%

"My product recommendation here could be Naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum. This comes in two different strengths, the 0.5% and the 0.1%. Both formulations are designed to combat the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The retinaldehyde is a little bit gentler form of vitamin A that's ideal for beginners. It's effective in addressing fine lines and wrinkles without the irritation often associated with the stronger retinoids, making it great for sensitive skin."

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84%Guru Score

The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane

"The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane uses a moderate concentration of retinol to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and boost collagen production. The addition of squalane will help hydrate and soothe, reducing the potential for irritation. The key ingredient is of course retinol 0.5%, which helps accelerate skin cell turnover, enhancing skin texture and reducing signs of aging."

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62%Guru Score

L'Oreal Revitalift 0.3% Pure Retinol Night Serum

"I love that it has percentage in there, which not a lot of retinols do. Over the counter, it's in a $35 range, so not too expensive. It works by smoothing fine lines and wrinkles [...] by exfoliating the top layer of the skin, increasing cell turnover rate, and stimulating collagen production. It doesn't work fast, you really need to use it for minimum three to four weeks, ideally eight weeks, to start seeing improvement in your fine lines and wrinkles."

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78%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Serum

"There's a variety of retinols. If you start over the counter, there's La Roche-Posay, they have really good retinols. They're going to be the mildest category [...] retinol. Really the brand on the front doesn't matter as much as the active ingredient."

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60%Guru Score

CeraVe Skin Renewing Retinol Serum

"Its base is a little richer, with encapsulated retinol, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and cholesterol. [...] These aren't dramatically different categories of retinoids and both are over-the-counter, so I wouldn't get paralyzed choosing between the two. [...] I do think these retinols make sense for someone who wants to start with an over-the-counter retinol and hasn't tolerated stronger retinoids."

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74%Guru Score

CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum

"The CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum is the one I would choose for someone who's younger and acne prone, primarily concerned about post-acne marks, uneven tone, and texture. It has niacinamide fairly high on the ingredient list and also contains dipotassium glycyrrhizate, a licorice-derived ingredient, which makes sense for [...] someone who has their acne under better control but is left with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. [...] I think it's a really reasonable first retinol."

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83%Guru Score

Paula's Choice Retinal Renew Retinaldehyde Gel 0.1%

"The first one is the Prequel Retinal Renew. It's retinaldehyde, which is one conversion step away from retinoic acid, and it comes in [...] 0.1% and 2%. The 0.1% is a great place to start if you're new to retinoids or your skin is sensitive, and the 2% is for when you've been using retinols [...] and want to step down to something [...] stronger."

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85%Guru Score

Eye Care16 reviews

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Eye Cream

"But look at that price per ounce because this is where prestige eye cream starts to lose me just a little bit. You're paying a lot of money for that tiny little jar. While it's perfectly nice, an eye cream is really not going to erase your dark circles or true structural puffiness. If you have true puffy under eyes, that's probably a surgical job. The eye cream may help a little bit. So is it worth a pretty penny? [...] I'm not convinced."

~Mixed

62%Guru Score

The INKEY List Caffeine Eye Cream

"The INKEY List makes one of the best value versions of this at the drugstore. This formula also includes a peptide matrix, which can provide some of the longer term collagen supporting benefits on top of that caffeine. The glycerin in here keeps the area hydrated. It's super lightweight and [...] it layers really comfortably under your makeup without peeling or interfering with it. My tip is to keep this in the fridge because the cold temperature on its own will help reduce puffiness."

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71%Guru Score

RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Eye Cream

"What I love about the RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Eye Cream is that the formula is specifically formulated with a retinol concentration that's appropriate for the eye area. So it's not so aggressive that it's going to cause problems, but it's effective enough to make a real difference over time. It's really lightweight, fast absorbing, which matters around the eyes because heavier formulas tend to just migrate into the eyes and cause irritation."

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78%Guru Score

CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Eye Cream

"The texture here is really lightweight, creamy, layers beautifully under your sunscreen, under your concealer, doesn't have the instability issues you sometimes get with vitamin C in thinner formulas. So if your under eyes look tired and flat, and hydration isn't fixing it, then this is where I would go. The key ingredients are 5% vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and caffeine."

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83%Guru Score

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Eye Cream

"For anyone whose eyes sting, water, burn, or react to almost every product they try, this one's for you. Sensitive eyes are genuinely one of the trickiest skin concerns to shop for because so many formulas are packed with fragrance, preservatives, and activives that the already sensitive under eye area simply cannot handle. [...] When your skin is reactive and barriers compromised, the goal isn't to treat, it's to calm, protect, and restore."

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90%Guru Score

RoC Multi-Correction Hydrate + Plump Eye Cream

"The under-eye area is thin and loses moisture quickly, and dehydration makes fine lines and crepey texture look more pronounced, which makeup then [...] emphasizes rather than conceals. A well-formulated hydrating eye cream won't fix this permanently, but genuinely helps in the short term by plumping skin with water-binding ingredients and creating a smoother surface for makeup."

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79%Guru Score

Cetaphil Hydrating Eye Gel Cream

"There's also some vitamin E for antioxidant support. This is not a heavy treatment, but for everyday maintenance, morning puffiness, and keeping the under eye area hydrated without disrupting makeup, it does exactly what it promises. It's perfect for your everyday use, normal to combination skin, and anyone who wants something light enough to not feel like an extra step. The key ingredients here are hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and licorice extract."

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83%Guru Score

Eucerin Radiant Tone Eye Cream with Thiamidol

"It targets the enzyme that's responsible for excess melanin production, so it directly addresses pigmentation at the source. It's paired with hyaluronic acid for hydration and plumping which helps soften the look of fine lines over time. So for mature skin dealing with both pigmentation and texture under eye, this is one of the most comprehensive affordable options I found at the drugstore. [...] I do love this eye cream."

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74%Guru Score

Shark Beauty Cryo Glow Under Eye Cooling LED Anti-Aging and Blemish Repair Mask

"So I still feel like it's as effective, but I love that it doesn't push on my nose. [...] This one uses 160 tri-wick LEDs, which essentially means LED that has three light points, which would total then to 480 light sources, if you will. I think it creates really even coverage without any bright hot spots or gaps you sometimes get in some of the older designs. The even distribution does make the experience a little bit more comfortable, especially around the eyes."

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77%Guru Score

DRMTLGY Brightening Eye Masks

"This is my go-to for travel or if I have an event. It's like instant, within 15 minutes your eyes look better. It helps target dark circles with brightening ingredients and also helps smooth some of the fine lines and firm the delicate under eye skin. It's this really cool hydrogel formula that delivers a refreshing cooling effect. And for extra effects, you put this in the fridge, you're going to get extra vasoconstriction, which is going to help with some of the dark circles under your eyes."

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69%Guru Score

iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Bright & Tight Dark Circle Firming Eye Cream

"I have used the in beauty project bright and tide. Loved it. Loved it. Loved it. Finished it. Um it has trymic acid, vitamin C, caffeine, so it'll help with the dark circles."

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79%Guru Score

Neocutis Lumiere Riche Extra Moisturizing Illuminating and Tightening Eye Cream

"My two favorites are the Rock Retinol and then Neocutis Lumiere. This is the firm reach. This is the little bit thicker version of it."

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81%Guru Score

Neocutis Lumiere Firm Illuminating and Tightening Eye Cream

"Neocutis Lumiere Firm Illuminating and Tightening Eye Cream is one of my personal favorite eye creams. This one visibly firms and smooths the under eye area, it reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness, it helps hydrate and nourish that really delicate thin skin, and it will help improve skin elasticity for that lifted look. The key ingredients are peptides and growth factors, hyaluronic acid, and caffeine."

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Colorescience Total Eye 3-in-1 Renewal Therapy SPF 35

"It's SPF 35. It immediately brightens the eye area because it has a little bit of a tint added to it and it corrects those imperfections to reduce dark circles and puffiness for a really refreshed and resting appearance. It's 100% mineral SPF. It helps restore skin health with hydration that provides support for sagging skin to enhance the upper and lower eyelid area. [...] This SPF will improve the appearance of dark circles, puffiness, fine lines and wrinkles."

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81%Guru Score

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Plus Caffeine Eye Gel Cream

"Another recommendation is the Neutrogena Hydro Boost caffeine eye cream. This is completely fragrance-free eye cream/gel, really lightweight formula that hydrates and reduces the look of dark circles, fine lines, and puffiness around the eyes. The key ingredients in the Neutrogena eye cream are things like hyaluronic acid, peptides, and caffeine. Together they're going to improve the look of the skin and the eye area and smooth it out over time."

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82%Guru Score

SKKN Moisturizing Eye Cream

"My last step is the eye cream which just all you need is that little at the edges and it really does feel so velvety and smooth and like something's already happened. [...] It feels good that's important. Eye cream's not a must I use one I probably use more than one I do use eye cream twice today but you don't have to have it in your skincare routine."

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76%Guru Score

Body & Tan15 reviews

Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Body Lotion

"It's completely fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and about as easy to use head to toe as a lotion gets. This is probably my safe answer for almost everyone, normal to dry skin, itchy winter skin, kids, the patient who tells me they hate the feeling of lotion. [...] If your skin is basically fine and you just need consistent daily moisture, then this one does the job beautifully. The honest caveat is that if your skin is severely dry, cracked, or flaky, this one may not be enough on its own."

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75%Guru Score

Eucerin Advanced Repair Lotion

"For how rich it is, it absorbs pretty fast. It's completely unscented, so I tend to reach for this one when someone shows me legitimately dry skin, [...] flaky, rough texture, that ashy look, and tightness after the shower. [...] This is the lotion that treats it rather than covering it up. One small heads-up, if you apply anything with urea in it onto cracked or broken skin, [...] it can sting a little bit, so make sure you heal any raw skin first before using urea-containing lotions."

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87%Guru Score

AmLactin Daily Moisturizing Lotion 12%

"AmLactin Daily Lotion has been my go-to here lately. I use it when I want to improve skin texture. It helps smooth rough areas, especially in the arms and legs and over time it makes the skin look and feel softer and more even. I don't think I use it every single day, but I do use it most days. I [...] find the AmLactin to be a really good option if you're dealing with rougher bumpy skin and you want something that works really gradually."

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77%Guru Score

Aveeno Skin Relief Oat Body Wash

"It's not going to irritate you, it's not like you smell like coconut the rest of the night. It just gives me that luxurious experience. I think this cleanser is a great everyday option, especially if your skin leans dry or sensitive. It does have that colloidal oatmeal, so it's going to help soothe the skin and support the barrier, which is really important in maintaining hydration."

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86%Guru Score

Dove Sensitive Skin Hypoallergenic Body Wash

"I absolutely love body washes that can double as a face wash or a hand wash. The versatility of these is so easy because you can just keep one in the shower, keep it on your sink, it will get the job done. It's a must-have product in our household, particularly during those harsh winter months when skin is really prone to dryness and irritation. The key ingredient here is going to be the glycerin, keeping your skin nice and hydrated."

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76%Guru Score

Murad Retinol Resculpt Body Treatment

"I'm still finishing up my first jar, but I really like it. It's a nice big jar. Feels so buttery on your skin. It's a targeted body cream with encapsulated retinol to visibly firm and lift that crepey skin that I see my patients complain about in their 50s, 60s and later on. I have already started putting retinol on my body most nights, just about every night. It helps lift some of that crepey skin, but it also smooths the appearance of some of the cellulite and stretch marks."

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84%Guru Score

First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub with 10% AHA

"This combines both chemical and physical exfoliation for a gentle but effective formula. [...] If you're looking for a formula that's going to chemically dissolve keratin but also gently buff out that top of the skin, this is a good one to try. It combines physical and chemical exfoliation to smooth that rough bumpy skin. It uses glycolic and lactic acid at a combined level of 10% AHA to dissolve the keratin plug while those fine pumice beads provide gentle physical exfoliation."

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69%Guru Score

Paula's Choice Retinol Skin Smoothing Body Treatment

"Paula's Choice Retinol Skin Smoothing Body Treatment encourages faster skin renewal, improving rough texture. It will target those stubborn KP areas while also hydrating the skin a little bit and contains retinol, shea butter, and evening primrose oil. In my experience in clinic, there has really been nothing to add topically besides maybe topical tretinoin when treating the bumps of KP."

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85%Guru Score

CeraVe SA Lotion for Rough and Bumpy Skin

"This lotion is completely fragrance-free and non-irritating, which makes it really good for sensitive skin. It contains salicylic acid, a little bit of lactic acid, and ceramides. If you don't like the thickness or the jar of the cream, this also comes in lotion form. It's a more lightweight alternative compared to the cream and it's a little bit easier to spread, especially if you're going to use it on large body surface areas like your whole arms and legs."

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77%Guru Score

Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream

"This is Neutrogena hand cream. This gets applied on my hands before going to bed after I have applied my retinol. So this goes around the hand, on the hand, around the cuticles, and I make sure I rub it in really good because you want to repair but also hydrate your hands at bedtime. This is a crucial step in aging if you ask me, because as we get older, especially in our 40s and maybe even in the 50s, we start looking at our hands, neck, chest, and hands more so than the face."

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92%Guru Score

Naturium Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash

"This is unlike any other body wash I've used. I love this smell, this is 100% repurchased. This is the Naturium Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash, it's an oil to gel formula that intensely nourishes, it smells amazing. The moisturizer that couples with the wash is the Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter, a Naturium oil infused formula that deeply conditions and hydrates. It contains botanical oils, shea butter, glycerin and squalane, those were deeply hydrating. The scent in this is just amazing."

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90%Guru Score

CeraVe Hand Cream

"It is non-greasy, super fast absorbing formula that provides long-lasting hydration and relief for hands that are frequently exposed to wash and cold weather and environmental irritants. It is completely fragrance-free, it's ideal for sensitive skin. I like using CeraVe Hand Cream throughout the day in between hand washes. [...] The ceramides in the CeraVe Hand Cream help restore the skin's natural barrier, helping to keep the moisture in and the harmful elements out."

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84%Guru Score

Aveeno Shaving Gel

"Yes, you can use shaving creams. Aveeno Shaving Gel is an excellent one. Make sure you switch out your razors, and those things will help and shouldn't cause irritation if you're doing it properly. Proper shaving means you've been in the shower for 5 to 10 minutes so the hair has softened, you've used body wash to wash off any residue, you have a fresh razor, and you have a good shaving cream like Aveeno Shaving Gel."

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93%Guru Score

CeraVe SA Cream for Rough and Bumpy Skin

"The CeraVe SA Cream for Rough and Bumpy Skin, I primarily think of as a body product. It contains salicylic acid and lactic acid along with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides. I use it and recommend it for keratosis pilaris, rough elbows, rough knees, bumpy arms, and bumpy thighs, and for those concerns I really like it. But if your goal is simply moisturizing normal skin, you probably don't need all these exfoliating ingredients, and I'd pick the moisturizing cream instead."

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77%Guru Score

Gold Bond Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion

"For the body, I really like the Gold Bond Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body and Face Lotion. I've used a whole tube of it, only on my body. [...] It contains retinol plus a peptide, niacinamide, and moisturizing ingredients, and I especially like the concept because you get a much larger amount of product for areas like the neck, chest, arms, and hands, where you don't need an expensive facial serum. [...] Retinol can still irritate body skin, so start slow."

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89%Guru Score

Masks & Peels11 reviews

Prequel Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution

"The Prequel Multi-Aid Milk Peel is a little spicier. [...] This is like 15% AHA blend, so it has glycolic and then other exfoliating acids and some enzymes. The formulation is really nice. It's a little bit thicker, milky toner. You can use it on your face, but it's also really good for like KP, rough elbows, knees, even rough feet, and it comes in pretty big bottles, so you can really be versatile with it."

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83%Guru Score

Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

"This is probably the most iconic leave-on salicylic acid product out there, and honestly the reputation is earned. I reach for this most often for stubborn blackheads, congestion, oily to combination skin types. I would not really use this on [...] really dry skin. The 2% salicylic acid here is the maximum concentration allowed for over-the-counter use, and the leave-on format means it has time to penetrate the pore and do its job, unlike a cleanser you're rinsing off after 30 seconds."

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88%Guru Score

Sunday Riley Good Genes All-In-One AHA Lactic Acid Treatment

"Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid. This one's much gentler, really nice, layers really good with your skincare, especially if you have sensitive skin."

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65%Guru Score

Fenty Beauty Skin Plush Pudding Intensive Recovery Mask

"The Fenty Beauty Skin Plush Pudding Intensive Recovery Mask is really hydrating. It's soft. It really repairs lips overnight. It's not sticky. It feels really rich and buttery. It works really good as an overnight treatment or even like a daytime lip balm. [...] The key ingredients here are the shea butter, the pomegranate steriles, and the cocoa peptides."

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84%Guru Score

Peter Thomas Roth Therapeutic Sulfur Acne Mask

"It does so well at absorbing excess oil and reducing inflammation. You can use it as a full face mask or just put it on like oily T-zone or just spot treat. I like to apply, let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes and then hop in the shower and rinse it off while I'm showering. The key ingredient here is the 10% sulfur, kaolin and bentonite clays and aloe vera. And while all sulfur is pretty stinky, I find this one to have no smell whatsoever after it's rinsed off and I do my skincare routine."

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86%Guru Score

Peter Thomas Roth Even Smoother Glycolic Retinol Resurfacing Peel Pads

"The Peter Thomas Roth Even Smoother Glycolic Retinol Resurfacing Peel Pads are so easy to use. It's a glycolic acid in a peel pad. They're a little spicy, so if you have super sensitive skin, maybe don't start here. But I would start exfoliating one night a week. So if you've washed your face, let it dry completely. Don't do this on damp skin. Take a pad, wipe your face, moisturize on top, and go to bed. The exfoliating acids will help reduce the appearance of fine lines."

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83%Guru Score

Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel Pads

"The Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel Pads are like a two-step peel that exfoliates, brightens, and smooths the skin. It helps reduce fine lines, enlarged pores, and any uneven texture you may have. The key ingredients are a perfect blend of your AHAs, it has glycolic and lactic, and then your BHA, which is your salicylic acid."

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70%Guru Score

Aveeno Calm + Restore Nourishing PHA Exfoliator

"This one contains polyhydroxy acids which are great for super sensitive skin for gentle exfoliation. It will hydrate and smooth out the skin, it helps improve the skin texture without overdrying, without any irritation. It is also just like all Aveeno products enriched with oat extract, which soothes the skin."

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85%Guru Score

SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads

"We have the SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads from SkinBetter Science, these are really nice on the go. This could be like a once a week, no more than three times a week exfoliation. You can use it just for anti-aging, but if you have acne and you're trying to combine your retinol with exfoliating acid, it's a good place to start. They are kind of spicy, so if your skin is sensitive, be aware."

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82%Guru Score

Peter Thomas Roth Even Smoother Instant Reveal Facial Peel

"Peter Thomas Roth Even Smoother combines your glycolic acid with the retinoid, not as potent as if you were going to do like an actual exfoliating acid mini chemical peel. This is one of those things you can do two to three nights a week. It's spicy if your skin is sensitive, so I wouldn't start here."

✓Yay

87%Guru Score

SKKN Exfoliator

"It's a mechanical exfoliant not a chemical, and I'm not a big fan, especially after just hot water. I just don't in general enjoy scrubbing my face. I don't think it's healthy for your skin barrier, and if your skin barrier is compromised then your skincare is just not going to work as well."

✕Nay

49%Guru Score

Lip6 reviews

EltaMD UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36

"One SPF lip balm that I really, really like is the EltaMD UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36. It's one of those really nice, gentle, basic daily sun protection for that delicate skin. It's nothing fancy. Doesn't have any smell. It doesn't have any color, and it's pure mineral, so it's going to be tolerated by most skin types. It helps prevent UV damage and precancerous changes. It's a super hydrating formula. Also helps prevent some of the dryness and cracking."

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83%Guru Score

Tatcha Kissu Lip Mask

"The Tatcha Kissu Lip Mask plumps and softens lips while reducing fine lines and dryness. It helps lock in long-lasting hydration overnight, and it makes your lipstick and tinted balms apply more smoothly. The key ingredients are Japanese peach extract to repair and smooth, squalane for nourishment, and camellia oil for lasting moisture."

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72%Guru Score

Dr. Idriss Barrier-Based Lip Peel

"The Dr. Idriss Barrier-Based Lip Peel is a dermatologist-developed chemical and enzymatic lip peel that smooths, softens, and resurfaces dry, flaky lips. It's formulated to gently remove dead skin cells without damaging your delicate lip barrier. It will help prep the lips for a balm, for treatment, or lipstick by improving texture and absorption. It's designed to be used once or twice a week, and then immediately you want to follow it with a nourishing lip mask or balm."

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84%Guru Score

Avène Lip Balm SPF

"Like, it's a musthave. I have my 11, my 13-year-old using Aventicle Fate. My husband uses it. I do."

✓Yay

85%Guru Score

Remedy Lip Balm

"I use the Remedy Dry Lips from Remedy Skin. This product is a targeted treatment for repairing and hydrating dry lips. Its ultra nourishing formula is infused with skin restored ingredients that help heal and protect the delicate lip area while locking in the moisture for lasting comfort."

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70%Guru Score

Rhode Peptide Lip Treatment

"I love the lip peptide treatment."

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79%Guru Score

Acne5 reviews

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution

"The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution is a [...] lightweight serum that exfoliates inside the pores to keep them clear. It helps reduce blackheads, whiteheads, and oily shine. Because it doesn't increase sun sensitivity as much as retinoids, it can be used morning and night. It is best for clogged pores, blackheads, or textured skin. [...] The key ingredient is the 2% salicylic acid which clears pores, helps prevent breakouts, and minimizes oil."

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77%Guru Score

Cetaphil Gentle Clear Mattifying Acne Moisturizer Salicylic Acid Treatment

"This is a super lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer specifically formulated for acne-prone skin, especially if you're oily. It helps control oil and shine while providing hydration and barrier support. It's completely fragrance-free and has this matte finish, making it really good for daytime use under makeup or under sunscreen. It's best for oily, acne-prone skin looking for shine control and hydration at the same time."

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82%Guru Score

De La Cruz Sulfur Ointment Acne Treatment Maximum Strength 10%

"Next treatment recommendation is sulfur-based treatments. As you guys know, I love sulfur. I use it for my blackheads, for my pores, for oil control, for acne, for fungal acne, for perioral dermatitis. Sulfur-based treatments tend to calm down inflammation. They are also a little bit better than acid in my opinion at fighting some of the bacteria and fungi that we grow on our skin. The De La Cruz sulfur ointment is one product recommendation."

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80%Guru Score

iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Acne Serum

"The In Beauty Project Acne Serum [...] clears acne and blackheads fast while also nourishing the skin's barrier. It's an FDA-approved non-drying blemish treatment that clears the appearance of acne fast while nourishing the skin barrier, leaving your complexion healthier and happier."

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75%Guru Score

Neutrogena Stubborn Acne Hydrocolloid Patches

"I like the Neutrogena ones, they're just hydrocolloid, they don't have any active ingredients. Put a pimple patch on clean skin and then do your adapalene gel on your entire face. The pimple patch will help draw the inflammation so when you wake up in the morning the pimple will not be nearly as red and the swelling should go down."

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83%Guru Score

Balms & Ointments5 reviews

Vaseline Original Healing Jelly

"It's one of the safest ingredients we have, and it costs less than a latte. My favorite use [...] is slugging, a thin layer over your nighttime routine [...] as the final step to lock in hydration and support the barrier, especially useful with retinoids or exfoliants that leave skin feeling tight or irritated, used on your bare night, not on top of actives."

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86%Guru Score

Neosporin Neosporin

"Please don't buy Neosporin, you do not need that. [...] Neosporin has neomycin, and the risk of allergic contact dermatitis has been on the rise, probably because we're overusing it, and studies show you don't need an antibiotic for minor cuts."

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31%Guru Score

CeraVe Healing Ointment

"I'm CeraVe Healing Ointment all the way. This is a petrolatum based ointment that provides that intense hydration. It doesn't clog your pores. It's formulated with ceramides to repair and strengthen the skin barrier. I think it's great for eczema prone skin, cracked lips, cracked heels, really cuticles, anything cracked. It's not going to burn your skin. It is lanoline free and fragrance free, making it a really safe choice for even the most sensitive skin."

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88%Guru Score

Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy

"It's really lightweight texture that absorbs pretty easy without any sticky feeling. Of note, the lanoline here is could be the culprit. Aquaphor does contain lanoline alcohol which is a derivative of lanoline. While most of the population is going to be just fine, if you're somebody who's been using Aquaphor and you're like I am still sensitive, I'm allergic to something, maybe switch to Vaseline that doesn't contain the lanoline and that might be your at home patch test if you will."

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84%Guru Score

Triple Paste Medicated Ointment for Diaper Rash

"My next recommendation in the skin barrier category is the Triple Paste diaper rash cream. Yes, the same stuff you put in a baby's bottom. This is more of a thicker zinc-based cream that acts as a protective barrier to prevent moisture irritation while promoting healing. It's soothing because of the non-nano zinc oxide which calms inflammation and oat extract which helps reduce redness and sensitivity."

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79%Guru Score

Eye Makeup5 reviews

Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara

"This is their tubing mascara. I have been using mascara for gosh, over 10 years, and I love it because it doesn't smudge, it doesn't wipe off on my upper lid because I have hooded lids, and it's important that it not wipe off on the top part of my lid. It does not irritate my eyes, it doesn't crumble or go into my eyes throughout the day, and it washes off with just water, so easy. If you've not used a tubing mascara, I challenge you to try one, this one's a good place to start."

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84%Guru Score

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion

"This is hands down amazing. The tinted one was better when I was younger, however on my mature eyelids it tends to be kind of almost like mattifying and drying, and this one however is amazing. It doesn't have any color after you apply it, so whatever shadow you're applying on top of is going to look perfect. This primer keeps your eye shadow vibrant, crease free, and locked in place for up to 24 hours supposedly. [...] Your eye shadow will not crease."

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85%Guru Score

Tarte Tartelette In Bloom Amazonian Clay Palette

"I love the Tarte In Bloom shadow palette. It's a super versatile 12 shade eyeshadow palette with a mix of matte and shimmer finishes. It has a lot of warm neutrals and rich rosy tones, perfect for creating that natural daytime look or if you're going for a dramatic evening glam, it's got it all in there. It's pretty long wear, has really vibrant colors, and it blends in really nice. It gives you really smooth, crease-free application, especially combined with the Urban Decay primer."

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93%Guru Score

Thrive Causemetics Infinity Waterproof Eyebrow Liner

"I love it, love it, because it is super thin. [...] I have this Thrive stuff on subscribe and save. [...] I love the brush on the other end, it just helps me kind of blend it in just right. [...] The Audrey color is perfect, it is like that really warm tone brown, it fits in great with my skin tone. [...] It is super easy to use, it does stay on all day. I like the fine tip because I can kind of place it right where I want it to go, and if you want it to look darker you can just keep applying."

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84%Guru Score

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum

"The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum is a prostaglandin-free lash serum option. If you're looking for a gentler, safer option, go for a prostaglandin-free serum like this one, or try natural remedies like castor oil."

~Mixed

69%Guru Score

Mists & Essences4 reviews

Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body

"The first recommendation is a hypochlorous acid spray, and the one I like a lot is the Prequel Universal Skin Solution. It comes in a 4 oz bottle for around 17 bucks, which is a reasonable price for how long it lasts. It's formulated with a stabilized hypochlorous acid plus electrolyzed water and mineral concentrate, so it's doing a little more than just pure hypochlorous acid. It's also fragrance free and alcohol free, which matters if your skin is already reactive."

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81%Guru Score

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

"I love this so much that this year for all my besties I purchased them all my faves for their birthdays and this was one of the things that was in all my faves category. I love this snail mucin. I know it sounds gross and I am personally disgusted by snails for some reason but then again I have no trouble putting this on my face. It comes out really slimy, it does not smell like anything, it dries really quick and it does so well hydrating my skin."

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76%Guru Score

Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist

"I love to apply the toner tatcha Essence is great for my skin on days that I feel like I'm more oily and I don't want a ton of hydration but I do want something almost like a to prime the skin to absorb the subsequent steps a little bit better it's super lightweight it absorbs really really fast and it really preps my skin for next step."

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80%Guru Score

Rhode Glazing Milk Ceramide Facial Essence

"I always go in with Rhode Glazing Milk Ceramide Facial Essence. I like to do a pretty generous amount of this because it just soaks right into the skin and gets the skin really dewy and hydrated and glazed. I love the first step. A lot of times when you apply makeup after a while it starts creasing, mostly because skin is really dehydrated, so applying this hydrating essence before applying makeup is really really nice, and essences are even lighter than serums."

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74%Guru Score

Toners4 reviews

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution

"The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% exfoliating toner is probably the best known budget friendly option. It's a really simple liquid toner and it's also incredibly versatile because you can use it on the body, you can use it on your scalp."

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73%Guru Score

Tirtir Milk Skin Toner

"This is a super gentle hydrating toner that soothes and calms the skin while also prepping it for the rest of your skin care routine. [...] I find that this particular hydrating toner preps my skin for the rest of my routine. It gives me an extra opportunity to hydrate. It helps reinforce that moisture barrier and calm the post-cleanse tightness, if you have any. It layers really nice under all the serums and creams, and improves makeup laydown."

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73%Guru Score

Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner

"My recommendation in this category is Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner. This toner is formulated with high concentration of heartleaf extract and is designed to calm that visible redness rather than exfoliate the skin. It has a really lightweight, watery texture that absorbs really quickly and layers easily without feeling heavy. It's suitable for sensitive, acne prone, reactive skin and can be used daily even alongside retinoids. The key ingredients are heartleaf and hyaluronic acid."

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73%Guru Score

CeraVe Hydrating Toner

"The CeraVe Hydrating Toner is designed to hydrate and support the skin barrier rather than strip the skin. It's really lightweight, water-based texture. [...] It layers really easy under the serum and moisturizers, calms, soothes the skin, especially when using retinoids or acne treatments. It really also helps prep the skin for better absorption for your subsequent skincare steps. The key ingredients are the ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide."

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81%Guru Score

Blush & Bronzer3 reviews

Fenty Beauty Amber Suede Bronzer Contour Stick

"I love how this one goes on, this is the Fenty Beauty Amber Suede Bronzer Contour Stick. [...] When I do use it, I don't use very much. It really just goes along the jawline and I'll just blend it in with a thicker brush."

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76%Guru Score

Dibs Contour and Blush Duo

"I absolutely love these, they're super lightweight, they're very buildable, they blend into just about any skin type, they're really ideal on the go for touchups. I love the dual-ended design, perfect for travel, two in one. These contain oil to help hydrate, seed butters to help moisturize and soften the skin. There's even a little bit of an antioxidant blend to help fight free radical damage and promote healthy skin and radiant finish. There's also hyaluronic acid in this."

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84%Guru Score

MAC Fleur Power Powder Blush

"I have probably used this shade of MAC powder pressed powder blush for decades and this is a fresh one but the shade is Fleur Power, satin finish. Every once in a while on top of my creamy Dibs blush I will feel like I just need a little pop of color, in which case I will use the MAC."

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84%Guru Score

Powder & Setting3 reviews

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

"The Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder is a finely milled setting powder that sets makeup while brightening the complexion. You need very little of it. Its super lightweight, silky texture smooths, blurs those imperfections and helps makeup last longer without any cakey or heavy look or feel. The key ingredients are the vitamin C and light reflecting pigments."

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85%Guru Score

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray

"If you need your makeup to last all day or all night, the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray is chef's kiss. It keeps your makeup in place for up to 16 hours. Not that I would ever wear it that long, but if you needed to, it has this oil-absorbing, shine-free finish. It controls oil and prevents makeup from fading, melting, or setting into fine lines. It's a super lightweight, breathable formula that keeps skin comfortable."

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84%Guru Score

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra Blur

"I like it, I don't love it. [...] If I do use it, I will not apply it to my entire face, it really just goes into the oily T-zone, because if I apply it too close to my eyes, it tends to make my eyes look almost more aging. I'm just not loving the dry look; I tend to like the more glowy look. [...] This is going to last you a long time and it's going to make your makeup look amazing and be transfer free."

~Mixed

78%Guru Score

Tech3 reviews

Omnilux Face Contour Red Light Therapy Mask

"It's my first and I still love it. It's clinically proven to improve the elasticity by 30% in 12 weeks. I find that pretty impressive for something that you can just do at home. It's also FDA cleared for reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage. Notice I said fine lines. If you have deep lines that are specifically by movement, created by movement or made worse by movement, these masks are just not going to do that."

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79%Guru Score

Omnilux Neck and Chest Mask

"I have the Omnilux Contour red light therapy device. This one uses the medical grade 633 nanometer, which is the red, and 830 nanometer, which is the near infrared red LED light to help stimulate collagen production. It's clinically shown to improve skin elasticity and firmness. It does help reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and crepey skin on neck and chest. It may even help fade some of the sunspots and pigmentation and redness for more of an even skin tone."

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85%Guru Score

iRestore Elite Low-Level Laser Hair Regrowth System

"I've been working with them because I have used several red light devices over the years and I'm absolutely obsessed with their iRestore Elite red light helmet. [...] I probably noticed my hair thinning about 41, so 2 to 3 years ago. I've tried several topicals, also supplements, and they helped. I'm not going to say they didn't, but I really also wanted to add something that was non-invasive that I can do at home and that's going to help support my hair follicles and health in a different way."

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85%Guru Score

Concealer1 review

Tarte Shape Tape Ultra Creamy Concealer

"Make sure you get the radiant. I find that one to be the most hydrating of all the variants they have. It provides medium to full coverage that brightens, smooths, and hydrates the under-eye area. It's super lightweight with a creamy texture, and it blends really nicely. It doesn't really crease or settle into the lines throughout the day. It's a long-wearing, radiant finish that keeps the skin looking fresh all day long. The key ingredients are maracuja oil, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin C."

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82%Guru Score

Nails1 review

Kerasal Multi-Purpose Nail Repair

"This is your drugstore multitask that improves the appearance of those dry, brittle, rough, damaged nails. It helps soften the thickened or peeling nail texture and helps nails look smoother over time. It supports healthier looking nail growth by improving hydration and flexibility. You want to use this consistently while the damaged nail is growing out. The key ingredients are urea, which is your keratolytic, and keratin."

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83%Guru Score

Primer1 review

Tula Filter Blurring Primer

"The Tula blurring and moisturizing primer is sheerly tinted, a multitasking primer that hydrates, blurs imperfections, and evens skin tone with a sheer tint. It preps the skin for makeup while leaving it smooth and glowing. It's infused with probiotics and superfoods to enhance skin health and radiance over time. It's super lightweight, non-comedogenic formula suitable for all skin types."

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81%Guru Score

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