Popular items from this list:
- An oddly satisfying foot file to gently remove dead skin buildup and calluses on the heels of your feet
- Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence, a hydrating holy grail for dry, sensitive skin
- A 36-pack of Mighty Patch hydrocolloid stickers to keep any unexpected zits from ruining your plans (and prevent any picking at the area too!)
Promising review: “Literally the only thing that has worked on my acne-prone skin in my 30s. I have had more acne flareups in my 30s and post-babies than I did as a teenager. It’s never been bad enough to need Accutane but bad enough that it was noticeable and somewhat constant. Tried several products from my dermatologist and finally tried this and my skin is FINALLY under control. My pores are smaller, my skin is smoother and it just feels cleaner and tighter overall. Highly highly recommend!” — M. Schanz
Promising review: “I’m in my mid-30s and realized it was time to step up my skincare game. I always looked younger than my age, but recently that’s worn off a bit and makeup remover wipes and argan oil at night weren’t cutting it. I happened across this trio and, for the price, thought I’d give it a try. My skin feels AMAZING!!! This trio is worth every penny. I don’t even feel like I have to wear makeup all the time anymore and when I do, it goes on so much smoother. This is definitely going to be part of my routine for years to come!” — Caitlin
Promising review: “This hydrating eye stick does wonders for my puffy eyes in the morning. It smells amazing and it glides on so smooth my husband even started to use it. We’re in our mid-30s now and need all the help we can get and I would absolutely recommend this product. I have purchased it a number of times now.” — Alexis Rheanna
Promising review: “I have had adult acne for 15 years. Painful cystic acne. Major redness and melasma. I’ve been embarrassed of my skin for as long as I can remember, spending a small fortune on various serums, creams, spot treatments, washes. Nothing worked. I would spend so much of my day applying layers of foundation and concealer because I was mortified of my skin. I’m turning 38 and was just too dang old to be dealing with this nonsense. I found Blume Meltdown Oil on a FB ad. My pores that were so big and prominent and shrinking daily. Pesky blackheads are virtually gone, the redness on my face is calmed drastically, and my huge, painful, cystic acne on my forehead, cheeks, chin and neck are G-O-N-E. Even the wrinkles on the sides of my eyes (crows feet) are practically gone, and I used to have serious, deep grooves in my forehead and now they are subtle lines. It’s wild.” — J&V
Promising review: “These are fantastic. I’m 39 and still occasionally get pimples — where were these when I was a teenager!?!? Put one on before bed and the redness, tenderness, and swelling is gone in the morning. Removal is not painful like a bandaid. Definitely recommend.” — Rhile77
Promising reviews: “I’m 32 and occasionally break out. It definitely sucks out pimple gunk without having to pop them and it reduces redness. It doesn’t always work in one night, sometimes it takes a few nights of sleeping with them on, but they do work well enough for me to keep using them.” — Whamshell
“Me and my fiance are both in our 40s, but still get a zit on occasion🤷♂️. So, we tried them and both of us were astonished by the results. It doesn’t magically disappear zits lol, but it does reduce the size of them as well as drying them out over night. Great product for a reasonable price.” — Ctown
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord uses this regularly: “FWIW re: scars, this stuff really works. I had thyroid surgery a few years ago, and Bio-Oil took me from looking like I’d stumbled out of the Red Wedding to virtually no detectable scar within a few months. All I did was apply it once in the morning and once at night.”
Promising review: “I love this stuff!I love how it makes my skin look and feel. I initially purchased this to even out my skin tone and help with stretch marks on my chest. Now I primarily use it as a nighttime moisture on my face, neck, and chest and twice daily on rough areas like my knees and elbows which it has helped tremendously. I also use it under my makeup and sometimes mix a few drops with my BB cream or foundation for a dewy look. I would seriously bathe in this stuff if I could! I’ve got my coworker and acne-prone boyfriend using it too. ABOUT ME: Mid-30s with normal to combination skin.” — PB Hunny
Promising review: “Oh. My. GOODNESS. Literally buy this right now. Like right now. I don’t have cracked feet. I’m a 30-year-old, my heels and feet just get really dry from time to time. I had a file that I bought at Target, and it snapped while using it. I went online and read the reviews, purchased it and got it today. This thing is a GAME CHANGER. It literally shreds the dead skin off effortlessly and I had to sweep my floor because there was so much dead skin that came off. I can’t stop touching my feet. I love this thing. You also can use it when your feet are dry if you want to, which is what I did. I’m so excited to use this product whenever I need it now. You won’t regret it!!!!” — jmatthews
Promising review: “This product is amazing! My second time around purchasing it. I’m a male in my 30s and my feet are taking constant abuse from my line of work. My feet were just beat up. Constantly itching. The product didn’t quite fit my large foot but I improvised. By next day it started working its magic. Next few days it was like day and night. It’s an amazing product. I’m usually a skeptic but I recommend this to everyone.” — John Van Nguyen
Promising review: “I’ve only used this scrub three times and I’ve already noticed a huge improvement. I wish I had taken a before photo. I’ve had KP since 6th grade (I’m 30 now). Some doctors told me I just needed sun, some told me it will go away as I get older, all of them insisted that it’s harmless; but, it’s not. It’s hard not to be comfortable in your skin. I don’t think I’ll ever be 100% free of any bumps or discoloration, but I’m so happy with the improvement I’ve seen so far, and I hope everyone has the same reaction to this product because it’s a huge relief.” — Rebecca
My former colleague Jasmin Sandal vouches for this mitt: “I can attest, this thing is like witchcraft in a mitt. I use this weekly to rid my early-30s skin from dullness and dryness. And I’m not joking, my arms, legs, tummy, bum, literally everywhere this thing graces becomes 10x smoother. It’s now part of my routine before I shave — and if you think a razor can give you slick skin… paired with THIS, oh boy, you haven’t seen (or felt) anything yet.
“Is it gross to see a week’s worth of skin trickle off your body and into the tub with you? Yes. But is it oh-so-satisfying to get a closer shave? You betcha. Oh, and for me, I feel like this has stopped ingrowns in their tracks, too, because it lifts layers of skin before they harden and become more of an ish’. Basically, if you’re looking to up your shower time routine, give this a go. Being gentle for the first couple of uses is key, and then once your skin becomes more tolerant, you can increase the pressure you apply. I can’t wait for you to see how you and your skin like it!”
Jasmin says, “I’ve recently introduced this gem into my skincare routine, and — holy cow — I’m not sure why it took me so long to give it a whirl. Hueguard injects a literal ray of liquid sunshine into my daily regimen because, gold. And it really, truly, leaves zero white cast on my face — plus there’s no pilling, either! It blends seamlessly with my complexion, feels ultra hydrating (which is key for my early-30s skin), and is the perfect base layer for makeup.”
Promising review: “Oily skin? BUY NOW! I am so extremely oily. Have been dealing with my oily skin since I was in high school and still dealing with my oily skin in my mid-30s. The roller worked better than I could have expected and exceeded my expectations. This is life changing for me!” — Wow
Promising review: “This was recommended to me by a dermatologist friend with beautiful skin. She uses CeraVe cleanser once in the morning, once at night, with the regular CeraVe lotion, and I was so jealous of her skin and tired of buying expensive junk that promises the moon, so I figured I’d give it a shot. I’m very glad I did! Full disclosure: I’m in my 30s with combination skin, blotchiness issues, occasional spots of acne, and deal with psoriasis on my face. This cleanser/lotion combo works beautifully. My skin is cleansed and refreshed, looks great, and never feels dry. It feels great to wash my face, too, not like I’m doing a chemical peel or scrubbing a layer of skin off. This is the One.” — E. Giffen
Promising review: “Yes, I bought this because of TikTok. I was not expecting to like it, I figured it was like all the other cleansing balms I’ve tried…oh boy was I WRONG! This cleanser is so perfect. I don’t need a second cleanser, I don’t need to remove it with a cloth. It works so well on its own. Like it blew me away, it is perfect for my skin type. I have dehydrated, acne prone, premature aging 33-year-old skin. It leaves my skin feeling smooth, but I always follow up with my moisturizer.” — Cami
Promising review: “I have been wearing this every day for weeks and loved it so much I bought another for when my first runs out. The SPF coverage is excellent and I have yet to be burned (as long as I reapply periodically if I’m out in the sun all day). It quickly absorbs into my skin and doesn’t leave any white tint. I typically use it on my face and chest/top of shoulders, but if it came in large bottles I would use it for my entire body. I am particularly fond of this because I do have sensitive/hormonal skin with regular acne since my early teens (currently 31-years-old and 8 months pregnant as well) and it has not caused any breakouts. 10/10 would recommend!” — Sidney
Promising review: “I have used countless hand creams. I keep cream in my hand bag, in my car, in my coat pocket and in nearly every room in the house. Since moving to Chicago my hands have been suffering severely from dry cracked skin to the point of bleeding. I’m in my 30s with the hands of an 80-year-old! THIS HAND CREAM IS THE BEST I HAVE EVER USED AND THE ONLY HAND CREAM ANYONE NEEDS FOR THE REST OF THEIR LIFE!!! One application alone gives tremendous relief, two applications and you forget your hands were ever dry. A small amount goes a long way. It absorbs immediately, it’s light and non-greasy.” — RS
Promising reviews: “I’m someone who deals with hormonal acne, black heads, milia, etc. When I say I used this mask once and was blown away! I’ve dealt with blackheads around my lips for years and they were gone after a 20-minute mask! I could cry! I can’t wait to see what repeated use will give me. My skin texture has historically been terrible in my 20s and now 30s and it’s silky smooth and already calming down!” — The Clarks
Promising reviews: “I developed hormone-induced perioral dermatitis on my face for the second time in my 30s. It does not go away or improve w/o intervention. Unlike the first time, I didn’t want to use a topical steroid because I’m currently breastfeeding a newborn, so I decided to give this a try. It improved my symptoms after a couple of weeks of daily once or twice use and by the fourth week the dermatitis was completely cleared! Holy grail skincare product.” — Lydia
“Just an FYI, this product has the exact same ingredients as the Tower 28 spray! It’s been absolutely amazing at reducing acne and texture! It’s also so refreshing and gives a lil’ glow. So in love!” — BK
Promising reviews: “This is not a review that states, ‘I got results overnight.’ My review is from using hyaluronic acid serum every day, twice a day, for the past 3 years. My aesthetician recommended it, because I have large pores and some sun spots, which have gotten less over time. It may be just genetics, but at 39 I don’t have any wrinkles yet [see picture, above]. There is a lot of research that states hyaluronic acid, when used consistently, can have great results.” — soniafwny
“So far I have used about four bottles of this product. I use it like a serum and put a few drops on my face and décolleté before I apply moisturizer in the morning or night cream. I see the same outstanding results I did see with the TNS Serum — just for a fraction of the price!!!” — nana bendick
Promising reviews: “Starting in my 30s, I had developed some acne, and not just around that time of month. I read your bath towels can develop bacteria every few days if they’re not washed, and so putting that on your face can cause acne. That’s why I bought these towels! I use them after my skincare routine on my face, and then again, to clean up our sink (yay for double use)! They have cleaned up my skin significantly, and I highly recommend these!” — Jaclyn O
“I’ve dealt with mild acne and terrible scarring since I was in 8th grade. I’m 30 now. I haven’t had one pimple since I’ve switched to using these. I use the same towel for about 3-4 days, which is 6-8 uses, so it’s not even necessary to use a new one every day / every use. They’re really wonderful.” — Dami
Promising review: “Y’all. I’m 36. Since I was a teenager my cuticles have been dry, peeling, cracked, bloody. I’ve tried everything, every product, including sleeping with gloves on. 😂 THIS product is the ONLY thing that has ever made a lick of difference. I haven’t had a single hangnail since!” — Jacob Lee
This solution uses a mixture of glycolic, lactic and salicylic acid. The first two are alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) that exfoliate the skin’s outer layer while the last one, a beta hydroxy acid (BHA), reduces pore congestion.
Promising reviews: “I woke up to smoother, brighter skin after the first use! I was skeptical because of all the Instagram hype of the ‘blood’ face peel, but I figured, why not. I am 37 years young and I have hormonal acne around my jawline, which leaves hyperpigmentation marks. I struggle with the marks and uneven texture. One use last night, and this morning a major difference. This is not a magic eraser or a magic wand… I know I’ll have to use this once a week along with my normal rigorous routine to combat my hormones. Try it. You don’t be disappointed!” — EML2282
“This is my new favorite peel product! In 10 minutes, my skin looked glowy and smooth, and felt soft and even. There was zero irritation, just healthy, happy skin. Babyfacial works, but always left my skin red, extra oily, and hot to the touch. Not this product though! Not to mention it literally costs less than 10% of what Babyfacial costs.” — ClaireEB
Promising review: “Oddly enough, I never had acne as a teenager but now, in my 30s it has been one huge struggle. I’ve tried everything from prescription to drug store and everything in between with zero luck. With no expectations I grabbed this and started using it every night. By day four I was noticing my acne diminishing, my skin looking brighter and super soft. By day nine, a small brown aging spot I’ve had for months was almost gone. Two weeks in and my skin has NEVER looked better! This is a gentle exfoliating cleanser that doesn’t agitate my sensitive skin and is safe for daily use.” — William Lawrence