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Dealing with flaky dry patches even after slathering on face cream?
Cesar Buitrago. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson at Laird and Co.
Hydrating serums should give you a much-needed moisture boost.
Craving a coveted glasslike glow?
An at-home chemical exfoliant may be your ticket to a smoother, brighter complexion.
Trying to get rid of acne that refuses to budge?
Theres a spot treatment or pimple patch designed to do just that.
But with so many options out there, its easy to feel overwhelmed.
Thats where the 2024 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards come in.
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Not to mention, this serum is fragrance-freeideal for anyone with sensitive or easily irritated skin.
One tester said:The packaging is perfect!
You get a premeasured amount of serum thanks to the special tip on the dropper.
The cream is silky smooth and gave me visible results.
After years (YEARS!)
ofbeing in the sun without SPF, I have renewed confidence about my appearance when out with same-age friends.
I wish I could rate it higher than 10.
Bonus points, per the experts:This product contains other soothing ingredients like centella asiatica and allantoin.
I really like it!
Its the ultimate everything essential to streamline your daily routine.
First of all, the serum is shimmery pink and has a fun holographic appearance.
Just so you know:It also has vitamin E and fragrance.
One tester said:This is my favorite!
The packaging is chic and simple.
The serum itself is the perfect consistency: not too thick, not too thin.
After applying, my face always looks so dewy and has a nice glow that lasts all day long.
SLMD Skincare
Vitamin C Serum
Why we love it:Dr. Pimple Popper does it again!
I was so sad when I ran outwhich means Ill be rebuying it and keeping it in my rotation.
I stuck with this every single day (!)
for months, and I noticed a genuine difference in fading scars on my right cheek.
Just so you know:It also has fragrance, which can be irritating.
Even my boyfriend, who knows nothing about skin care, noticed a difference after a few weeks.
I actually just bought a new bottlelove this stuff!
The subtle lemon scent is fresh and clean, not perfumey.
I would highly recommend this!
Bonus points, per the experts:This product is packed with moisturizingceramidesand glycerin.
One tester said:This was so impressive.
Its light, hydrating, and, man, was I GLOWING.
My complexion also looks very even (no redness) after using this.
Joah
Cooling Gel Mist
JOAH
Why we love it:Does your makeup need a midday pick-me-up?
Could yoursweaty faceuse an instant refresh in the summer heat?
Another fun fact: The brands name, Joah, actually means I like it in Koreancute, right?
Bonus points, per the experts:Hyaluronic acidis a lightweight hydrator for all skin types.
One tester said:I AM OBSESSED.
Everything from the presentation to the actual product is fantastic!
I love the lightness of the mist and just how refreshing it feels once it hits my face.
So, so, so, so good.
Just so you know:This product contains fragrance.
Plus, it has brightening ingredients like licorice to help reducesplotchy rednessor dark spots.
One tester said:Thankfully, this toner smells like nothing.
As someone withrosacea, I noticed that this definitely soothed my red cheeks.
Even after I pick at my pimples, it calmed things down.
If you want that effortless your skin, but better vibe, buy this!
Bonus points, per the experts:Along with glycolic acid, this product also has hydrating glycerin.
One tester said:Immediately after using this, my face felt very soft.
Its gentle enough to use as a daily cleanser too.
Overall, super happy with my results!
One tester said:Ah, a light exfoliant that truly made my skin glow.
This product felt so thin that it reminded me more of a regular, everyday cleanser.
When I rinsed it off, I immediately saw that my face was less dull and felt more awake.
Overall, this was a surprise to meand a real winner!
One tester said:Great for sensitive skin, non-stripping formula…sign me up!
It comes in an easy-to-use squeeze tube and has a gentle, grainy feelingnothing abrasive like most other scrubs.
Ive been using this two or three times a week, and I would absolutely purchase over and over.
Vivier
Illuminating Enzymatic Peel
Why we love it:Peels have a (deserved!)
reputation for leaving your face raw and red.
Its cream-based texture is really nourishing, which one tester loved for her super sensitive skin.
Whats better: She noticed that her acne scars faded alotwithin two weeks!
One tester said:First impression: This mask had a really pleasant cooling sensation.
On my face, it felt very light and was almost unnoticeable once absorbed.
(So, no lingering greasy residue.)
I really like this one compared to other masks Ive used.
Youll look and feel like royaltyseriously, since its packed with real 24K gold powder.
One tester said:This is a super fun mask!
This would make for a great gift for a friend.
One tester said:This was surprisingly…amazing!
The lightweight, cooling sensation created a great spa-like experience for an at-home mask.
My go-to is usually the Peter Thomas Roth one, but I may be subbing this one instead!
One tester said:What I really enjoyed about these was how easy and pretty the packaging was.
I would definitely repurchase these.
One tester said:I RIPPED through this pack of patches.
I’ma pickerand a popper, and these help me keep my hands off my faceandabsorb gunk from my pimples.
Simple, effective, and a stealadding them to your cart is a no-brainer.
Overall, Im super happy with these!
One tester said:I was so excited to finally try ZitStickaand they did NOT disappoint.
Each blemish sheet comes with more patches than any other brand Ive used, which was a great surprise.
Instead, youll want a good quality gadget, and Tweezermans fits the bill.
The metal handle gave it such a nice weight and helped a lot with control and precision.
Bonus points, per the experts:This product is made with hydrating ingredients like aloe and glycerin.
