No one wants to waste time on skincare that tout incredible results only to be disappointed when they don’t live up to the hype. You want beauty products that work. As a skincare enthusiast, I love trying new serums or masks or fresh ingredients to see how they work with my skin and skin needs. I’ve gone through quite a few over the years and while I still like to experiment, I also play favorites with a few I reach for again and again.
These are the beauty products that work.
You probably won’t be surprised by most of these since I use them often and share with you guys frequently.
First up…
Tatcha Violet-C Radiance Mask
Quality: Luxurious and indulgent, like a spa day in a jar.
Key Ingredients: Japanese Beautyberry and 2 types of Vitamin C.
Price: A splurge, but worth every penny at $68. Shop it here.
Why it’s worth the investment: Instant glow-up, darling!
Most noticeable benefits: Brighter, smoother skin with reduced hyperpigmentation.
Fixes: Dullness, uneven texture, and dark spots, leaving skin harmoniously radiant.
Kosas Revealer Skin-Improving Foundation SPF 25
Quality: Lightweight yet buildable coverage for a ‘your-skin-but-better’ look.
Key Ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Caffeine, and Peptides.
Price: Mid-range at $42, but a true multitasker. Shop it here on Revolve or Sephora.
Why it’s worth the investment: Protects, perfects, and performs!
Most noticeable benefits: Hydrated, even-toned complexion with SPF protection.
Best For: Redness, blemishes, and fine lines, for a flawless canvas all day long.
CLINIQUE Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm
Quality: Melts away makeup and impurities without stripping skin.
Key Ingredients: Emollient-rich formula with no fragrance.
Price: A classic steal at $30, worth every penny. Buy it here.
Why it’s worth the investment: It’s a cleansing journey like no other, melting away everything you want to go.
Most noticeable benefits: Clean, balanced skin without tightness or residue.
Best For: Stubborn makeup, pollution, and the daily grime, leaving skin refreshed and revived.
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane
Quality: A cult favorite for a reason—lightweight yet deeply hydrating.
Key Ingredients: Squalane and Glycerin for non-greasy moisture.
Price: A dependable investment at $32 for 1.7 oz. Buy it here.
Why it’s worth the investment: Love at first application, sweetie! This is one of those beauty products that work again and again.
Most noticeable benefits: Soft, supple skin with improved texture and radiance.
Best For: Dryness, dehydration, and rough patches, for a smooth and heavenly complexion
Loving Tan 2 HR Express Mousse Dark
Quality: A bronzing ballad that leaves you with a sun-kissed glow in just 2 hours.
Key Ingredients: DHA and Aloe Vera for a streak-free, hydrating tan.
Price: Affordable at $39, saving you from sunburns and regrets. Buy it here.
Why it’s worth the investment: Tan lines so flawless and rich you’ll wonder how you lived without it.
Most noticeable benefits: Instant, natural-looking tan that lasts for days. I like the 2 hour express but will keep it on overnight if I have time for a really natural fresh-from-vacay look.
Best For: Pale winter skin, uneven tone, and the desire for a healthy, bronzed glow worthy of a ’90s beach babe.
