33 Best Skin-Care Products Ever

We've taken the guesswork out of choosing the best products for your face and body. Click through for our top 33 picks that cover every skin issue from head to toe.

By Ariana Finlayson

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Cosmedicine Medi-Matte Oil Control Lotion

Prone to the midday oil slick? This oil control lotion will keep you shine-free throughout the day.

$42, sephora.com

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

This creamy cult-favorite face cleanser helps skin retain moisture instead of stripping it of its much-needed oils and nutrients.

$9.49, drugstore.com

Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer

Thanks to sunless tanners, women everywhere can safely get a sun-kissed glow without spending hours in the sun.

$6.37, drugstore.com

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Clean & Clear Morning Burst Cleanser

These little bursting beads stacked with energy and vitamins remove overnight buildup and refresh the face, giving a much-needed kick-start to the day.

$4.87, drugstore.com

Bioré Deep Cleansing Pore Strips

Stubborn blackheads are often our biggest foe. These strips allow you to unclog pores in just 15 minutes, a better solution than pressing and squeezing your nose.

$7.49, walgreens.com

Eucerin Aquaphor

One of our favorite winter skin-savers, this gel can be used to heal cracked hands, peeling lips, and dry skin. Talk about a triple threat.

$5.79, walgreens.com

Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment

This spot treatment contains 2.5 percent benzoyl peroxide, strong enough to clear up blemishes without irritating skin.

$5.99, walgreens.com

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Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum

Olay's eye serum firms and lifts the skin under your eyes and lids, making them visibly brighter.

$17.99, drugstore.com

Proactiv 3-Step System

This system has been keeping the skin of acne-prone women (and men) of all ages clear and blemish-free.

Proactiv 5-Piece Deluxe System, $29.95 at proactiv.com

Gillette Venus Embrace Razor

The gel handle allows you to keep a firm grip while its five blades work to give you stubble-free legs. Plus, its convenient pod sticks to your shower wall for easy storage.

$12.99, drugstore.com

Skintimate Cream Shave Gel

Great for sensitive skin, this cream creates a protective barrier to guard your legs from nicks and razor burn.

$3.99, drugstore.com

Olay Quench Advanced Healing Body Lotion

This nongreasy body lotion is rehab for dry, scaly legs and lasts for a full 24 hours. It seals your skin's barrier to keep moisture in and drying elements out.

$9.99, drugstore.com

Elemis Balancing Toner

Often overlooked as an essential step in everyday skin-care routines, toners will get rid of anything your cleanser leaves behind. The lavender scent in this one will help you relax before bedtime.

$33, timetospa.com

Shu Uemura Limited Edition Cleansing Beauty Oil Premium A/O

Though it sounds counterintuitive to wash your face with oil, this cleanser leaves skin incredibly clean and moisturized. It also doubles as the perfect in-shower makeup remover.

$75, shuuemura-usa.com

Fresh Crème Ancienne

If your skin is feeling dry and tight, switch out your water-based lotion for a cream, which has a higher degree of hydration.

Fresh Crème Ancienne, $135 for 1 oz., fresh.com

Bio-Oil

Definitely a medicine-cabinet staple, this oil treats scars, stretchmarks, and dehydrated skin.

$11.99, drugstore.com

Clarisonic Skincare Brush

Let your fingers rest and pick up this deep-cleaning electronic cleansing brush. It gets deep down into pores so they appear smaller, while giving your complexion a youthful glow.

$195, sephora.com

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Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lifting Créme

Mother Nature says aging is a natural process, and we've accepted the fact until now. This luxe cream prolongs your skin's youthful appearance while lifting, tightening, and firming in an instant.

$250, bloomingdales.com

Murad Body Firming Cream

Firm up flabby thighs in just 15 minutes — this body cream has skin-tightening ingredients, like vitamin C, oat beta-glucan, and soy flour. Definitely an easy alternative to doing lunges across your kitchen floor.

$43, murad.com

Aveeno Skin Brightening Daily Scrub

Skin cell turnover occurs every 28 days, leaving a brighter and more even appearance. Accelerate your complexion's glow with a gentle everyday scrub.

$7.49, drugstore.com

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The Body Shop Coconut Body Butter

Skin stays hydrated all day long with this rich body butter, plus the irresistible scent has us daydreaming of tropical island getaways.

$20, thebodyshop.com

St. Ives In-Shower Exfoliating Body Polish

There's nothing worse than having rough, dry skin. This oatmeal and shea butter body polish helps to gently exfoliate without overdrying or causing irritation. We suggest using it once a week for best results.

$8.29, drugstore.com

Clean & Clear Morning Burst In-Shower Facial

During the winter your skin cells slough off at a slower rate, leaving your face looking dull. Use a gentle face scrub, like this zesty citrus-scented formula, a few times a week to help boost cell turnover and unclog pores.

 

$7.99; available at shopcleanandclear.com

Philosophy Hope Springs Eternal

Months of dry indoor heating can leave your skin dull and dry. Give it an instant moisture boost with this mineral-infused hydrating spray. Bonus: It's got an invigorating scent that'll also perk up your mood.

$20, philosophy.com  

Garnier Skin Renew Resurfacing 3-Way Cleanser

This multitasking cleanser can be used as a daily face wash, an exfoliating scrub, or a purifying mask. The clay-based formula detoxifies oily skin and unclogs pores for a smoother, more radiant complexion.

$6.99, ulta.com

Shiseido Benefiance Pure Retinol Instant Treatment Eye Mask

Set a timer and give a new meaning to beauty rest. This concentrated eye mask contains pure retinol and improves uneven texture, crow's-feet, and fine lines in 15 minutes.

$62, macys.com

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion

This lightweight, everyday moisturizer can be worn year-round. It absorbs quickly without leaving a shiny residue, making it a great primer for foundation.

$24, clinique.com

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Dove Supreme Cream Ultra Rich Velvet with Softening Oil

This body wash goes on creamy and lathers up in velvety suds to condition skin and soothe dryness. We suggest trying it for shaving your legs in the shower too.

$8.49, drugstore.com

Kiehl's Crème de Corps

Skin-nourishing ingredients beta-carotene, sesame oil, and cocoa butter lend a hand to this fan-favorite body lotion's stellar reputation.

$45, kiehls.com

Bliss Mammoth Minty Scrub Soap

This isn't just your average bar of soap. It packs an invigorating peppermint scent and exfoliates with jojoba beads.

$18, bliss.com

Curél Deep Penetrating Foot Cream

Stick this foot cream right by your tub so you can keep your feet sandal-ready.

$5.29, drugstore.com

Philosophy Bath and Shower Gels

Thanks to these amazing-smelling bath gels from Philosophy, we can leave most of our bathroom cabinet at home when traveling. The formula triples as a shower gel, bubble bath, and shampoo.

$16, beauty.com

Veet Spray-on Hair Removal Cream

A depilatory is the real meaning of double-duty beauty. This spray-on mousse works in three minutes so you can get rid of unwanted hair while applying your makeup.

$7.99, drugstore.com

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