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“I’ve experienced some product-induced breakouts and decided to give you the information I know now and keep my fingers crossed to bring you the best beauty products from Amazon. It will go on sale on Prime Day in October.
Dozens of products hit my desk throughout the week (hello, endless piles of false eyelash and trendy bronzer inventions). But they rarely play a recurring role in my beauty regimen. But it seems like Amazon got the passcode to my beauty files before Prime Big Deal Day, including my favorite tinted moisturizer used on Martha Stewart and the $8 I’m offering discounts on some of my favorite products, including concealers. Tested to prevent wrinkles.
October’s Prime Day’s hottest beauty buys
loreal paris true match lumi lotion
Amazon
This bronze-tinted moisturizer from L’Oréal is the secret to Helen Mirren and Eva Longoria’s red carpet glow this year. Although its celebrity status comes first, I was still shocked at how well my sensitive skin accepted this moisturizer. My complexion was glowing. It kept my skin moisturized and acted as an excellent makeup base for a long time.
People / Alyssa Brascia
Crest 3D Whitestrip
Amazon
A bright, white smile instantly boosts your confidence. That’s why I love teeth whitening strips and this pack from Crest is at the top of my list. As someone like me with sensitive teeth, this standard pack is gentle enough on my gums and teeth and lightens my natural tone.
People / Jett Thompson
laneige lip sleeping mask
Amazon
Lip masks and lip balms cost a dime a dozen, but this ultra-moisturizing Laneige Lip Mask is the only product I rely on for soft, smooth lips. This formula is packed with skin-loving ingredients like shea butter and vitamin C to lock moisture into your lips’ thin skin barrier while you sleep.
People / Alyssa Brascia
GoPure Neck Firming Cream
Amazon
This skin-tightening cream was more effective at tightening my grandmother’s neck than it was mine, but it gave both of us tons of hydration thanks to the hyaluronic acid-filled formula. “I still have the skin of a 74-year-old…but my neck looks completely different,” my grandmother said.
People / Alyssa Brascia
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Multi-use Concealer
Amazon
Several testers and I agree that this Maybelline stick is one of the best drugstore concealers out there. Its pigmented formula effectively covers dark circles and redness caused by rosacea, and is packed with anti-aging ingredients to help treat fine lines, making it a great choice for mature skin.
Neutrogena makeup remover wipes
Amazon
Makeup removers come in all shapes and sizes, but when the time comes, I reach for wipes (although experts have mixed opinions on the effectiveness of wipes). . These soft towels completely remove all visible makeup on my skin, even after glam. I just follow up with a cleanser afterwards.
Essence Slash Princess False Slash Effect Mascara
Amazon
I was attracted to this mascara because it was cheap. However, what I didn’t expect was how well this mascara coated my eyelashes and lengthened them with minimal flaking or fall even on long days. I started wearing brown mascara because of this tube.
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream
Amazon
If you’re a skincare enthusiast, there’s a good chance you’ve owned this nourishing moisturizer at least once. This has become my go-to morning and night face cream. The rich yet lightweight formula is infused with squalane to soften and soothe all skin types (even sensitive skin like mine).
Vegamore Glo Revitalizing Shampoo
Amazon
It wasn’t until I started experiencing stress-related hair loss during showers that I decided to start using a hair-growth shampoo. And this enhanced formula has made a huge difference. Not only does my hair feel cleaner with every wash, but it’s shinier, looks healthier, and has grown noticeably longer in just a few months.
People / Alyssa Brascia
Olay Regenerist Micro Sculpting Cream Face Moisturizer
Amazon
I don’t have any wrinkles yet, but I use this face cream to prevent fine lines. I prefer to use this vitamin B3-enriched moisturizer as a night cream. That way, I can keep my skin firm and firm. Testers voted it the best wrinkle cream for all skin types.
grande cosmetics laminating gel
Amazon
I’ve tried several eyebrow gels, but none have been as effective at controlling frizz as Grande Cosmetics. The thick gel is easily and effectively applied to each strand of hair for all-day comfort. Plus, it’s the only product that doesn’t leave a scab build-up within hours.
Solawave 4-in-1 Facial Wand
Amazon
PEOPLE editors (and our moms) love this red light therapy wand, following in the footsteps of celebrities like Reese Witherspoon and Charles Melton, who achieved red-carpet-ready skin with the device. This wand gradually fades dark spots and dark circles, and within two weeks, my skin looks brighter and my under-eyes look brighter.
Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Invisible+
Amazon
Testing hundreds of products results in the inevitable breakouts, but these hydrocolloid patches from Hero Cosmetics always save the day (no kidding). These clear patches are virtually undetectable, helping to hide the appearance of whiteheads and are easy to wear during the day. Now I don’t go anywhere without this sticker.
Laneige A firm and bouncy sleeping mask
Amazon
Another staple in my skincare routine is Laneige’s Sleeping Mask. A moisturizer that strengthens the skin’s barrier, preventing dullness and dehydration. This formula is the most refreshing in my collection and is great for all seasons, nourishing tanned skin in the summer and revitalizing dry skin in the winter.
A CC+ cream that not only makes your skin beautiful but also better.
Amazon
When my spin instructor told me this was a sweat-proof foundation, I couldn’t believe it. But then this multi-hyphenate product became an essential part of my makeup routine. Functioning as a full-coverage foundation, daily moisturizer, and sunscreen, this product is the perfect skin perfector for both natural days and full-on glamorous days.
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