I love the idea of aging gracefully, but my wrinkles and gray hair conspire every night. It seems like they plot how to make me age as ungraciously as possible. It’s always, “Oooh, let’s give her an unexplained rash tomorrow!” and, “Let’s maybe sprinkle a few more wrinkles under her eyes today!” Sound familiar?
So, naturally, I tried a few skincare creams, lotions, and other beauty items that trusted friends recommended. The products had me looking and feeling younger, healthier, and happier. Finally, I’ve restored my confidence in both my personal and professional lives, and not to mention, my hubby has tried my new products – and loves them, too!
Since then, I’ve stayed on the lookout for the best products that address women’s concerns about aging whether it be skincare, beauty, and beyond. March into your bathroom right now, and clear out those cabinets; I’ve curated 26 products worthy to be in anyone’s beauty arsenal.
Did you hear? Collagen is the new Botox, and this KAHI collagen balm stick is my favorite way to apply it!
This KAHI Wrinkle Bounce Collagen Moisturizing Balm is your comprehensive Korean glow stick! Infused with Salmon Complex and Collagen, it enhances elasticity and reduces fine lines on the face, neck, and lips. The balm delivers unwavering 48-hour hydration, while Jeju’s fermented oil brightens skin. It’s the ultimate travel-friendly, all-in-one shortcut to a radiant complexion.
20% OFF! A Gift for Your Skin
I don’t know about you, but I love to treat myself with little gifts once in a while. This skincare gift set was the perfect indulgence. The retinol cream, vitamin C serum, eye cream, and face cream work perfectly together to take my middle-aged skin back to its youthful radiance again. Bonus: no smells and no sticky residue!
20% OFF! A Breakout Product for Breakouts
I was dreading my college reunion this year. Even two decades after graduating, I have continued to struggle with acne issues. One of my co-workers recommended this facial toner and acne treatment product, and I’ve never looked back. By the time the reunion had rolled around, my face had become so remarkably tight and clear, it was as if I didn’t have any acne to begin with.
33% OFF! Double-Dog-Dare Ya to Give These Acne Patches a Try
Speaking of my personal acne struggles, I didn’t want to try acne patches, but a friend recently recommended them to me, and assured that they quickly dissipate any spontaneous pop-ups. Long story short, I gave them a shot. The patches are invisible, and even better, they work. I experienced no skin irritation and won’t be as annoyed the next time I get a surprise blemish.
41% OFF! Say Ciao to Your Sun Spots
After many years without using sun protection, I now have large, dark, and unsightly sun spots. Makeup only does so much to conceal them, and I don’t wear it everyday. Enter this LilyAna dark spot corrector. Three days later, my sun spots were noticeably lighter. A week after I started using the product, the vanishing act was well underway. Ciao, sun spots!
20% OFF! Perfect for Super Sensitive People
My nose is super sensitive. No, really. I could give my dog’s sniffing superpowers a run for their money. I even had to switch face creams because I couldn’t stand the smell of my old one anymore. Luckily, the No B.S. Antioxidant CoQ10 Face Cream packs a powerful skincare punch with no scent for all of you with sensitive sniffers like me.
20% OFF! No B.S., This Eye Cream Works
I’ve tried tons of products that promise to vanquish the dark circles and lines under my eyes. Some do a fair job of it, while others basically shrug from the start and say, “Meh, better luck next time.” I’m happy to report that the No B.S. Caffeine Eye Cream actually rolls its sleeves up and gets to work. My skin looks younger, brighter, and more awake – and yours will, too.
20% OFF! You’ll Love Looking in the Mirror with this Eye Cream
One morning I noticed the sheer exhaustion I felt on the inside had now begun to line my face (literally) on the outside, especially around my eyes. I hit the jackpot with the Biossance Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream. The cream softens my wrinkles and moisturizes my skin, leaving me looking healthier and younger.
Try This Tinted Moisturizer in Shades For Everyone
Last week, I got carded in a bar during a bachelorette party. Can you believe that?! It was the first time in nearly a decade that I was asked to show my ID. My four decade (and some change) skin tricked security by using this Tinted Moisturizer with SPF. The key to sun-protected, clearer, more youthful skin, is wrapped up in this chic little bottle.
These Eye Masks Are Golden in More Ways Than One
These Dermora 24K Gold Eye Masks are a product that just keeps on giving. Puffy eyes? Gone. Brighter skin? Immediately. Within a few days of use, my skin was visibly tighter, less puffy, and my dark circles began to fade. Next, the wrinkles under my eyes began to disappear. Run – don’t walk – to brighten up your own eyes.
SAVE 49%! Inject Color Back Into Your Face the Natural Way
Yoga reduces stress, improves blood circulation, and enhances flexibility. I’m a yoga lover, so I was intrigued to try this Sdara Jade Roller Gua Sha Set that bills itself as yoga for the face. 12/10! You can easily apply serums with the roller and give yourself a relaxing face massage anytime. Cheers to this healthier glow.
SAVE 22%! The Perfect Head Wrap!
I have a melon of a head, while my bestie has the teeniest tiniest head an adult woman has ever had. Regardless, we both love these Kitsch Spa Headbands. They make our makeup and skincare routines much easier by clearing hair away from your face, with the option of putting it through the ponytail opener if desired.
SAVE 50%! This Gel Gets My Skin to Chill for a Change
I’m a happy-go-lucky person, but my skin has never quite adopted that memo. It’s always looked angry, red, splotchy…you get the idea. This Sea Whip Cucumber Detox Soothing Gel took note, hand-delivered the memo, and got my skin to shape up. Hello, softer, smoother, and younger-looking skin! Redness and irritation – be gone!
SAVE 20%! Small Bottle But Natural Results
Like many women of my age, my skin has scars and stretch marks. Some of them I’m empowered by, and others not so much. This 100% natural Vitamin E Oil helps minimize the ones I dislike, smoothing and fading them, while additionally decreasing their redness.
SAVE 28%! Roll With It and Let Your Skin Breathe
Skin needs to breathe! The Sdara Skincare Derma Roller rejuvenates your face with micro-needles made from stainless steel. It even lightens my dark spots, something I never expected to happen outside of a spa. Plus – you only need to use the roller 1-2 times a week to get optimal results!
SAVE 11% Queen of the Night, Every Night
Until I got this beauty sleep set, I never realized that pillowcases could affect your hair. In retrospect, it makes a lot of sense. Personally, the satin pillowcase helped so much with my frizzy hair. You also get an eye mask and scrunchie! Score!
This Soap Leaves You Asking, “Eczema? What Eczema?”
If you’ve ever suffered from eczema, you know how devastating and isolating it can be. Marie Originals Eczema Bar Soap is an excellent remedy that also helps with psoriasis and dermatitis discoloration. Even kids can use it – it’s that gentle. I use the soap everywhere its needed, and my skin purrs at this soothing, nourishing feeling.
This Neck Cream Tightens Loose Skin & Prevents Sagging
Whether it be years without proper hydration or lack of sun protection, your neck skin can begin to loosen or sag as time goes on. The QRxLabs Neck Firming Cream works the same way as any other eye or face cream, but specifically addresses the needs of the skin on your neck, preventing you from losing your jawline and tightening your skin to reduce sagging. No more unflattering photos for me!
SAVE 36%! Perk Up and Fill Out Your Eyebrows
White hairs were starting to invade my eyebrows, so I tried this Elizabeth Mott Queen of the Fill brush. Fantastic! The end result is super natural, and works well for filling in bare spots without needing a second application – who wouldn’t love that?!
Tiny Bottle Puts the Right Moves on My Face
My skin has seemingly always suffered from something: dryness, uneven bumps, or early wrinkling. That changed when I tried the Perfect Image Lactic 30% Gel Peel. What’s in this tiny bottle does a lot of everything. For those that don’t want 100 steps in your daily routine, this elixir will hydrate skin, reduces dark spots, and make your face smoother than it has ever been!
SAVE 33%! Face Scrub Perfect for All Skin Types
Face scrubs have been my go-to for exfoliating and purifying my pores for years. This Elizabeth Mott Vitamin C Face Scrub works great on everyone regardless if you have oily, dry, or combination skin. The scrub is gentle and leaves skin soft and rapturous. A must have!
SAVE 20%! Even My Teenager Noticed My New Smile
I have a hit-and-miss track record with teeth whitening kits. This Luelli Teeth Whitening Kit is a definite hit. It worked oh-so-quickly and supremely well after just one use. After two weeks, the results were so dramatic that even my normally oblivious teenager said, “Your smile looks brighter, Mom!” I mean, come on. The proof is in the pudding.
One-Stop Strengthening Shampoo for the Household
I’m the mom of two teenage girls, so there’s plenty of dry, frizzy, and curly hair in the household. I’m always on the hunt for shampoos and conditioners that work for all of us, so we don’t have to keep 100 bottles in the shower. Jackpot! The Boldplex Bond Strengthening Shampoo is precisely what I was looking for.
SAVE 43%! Scrunchies by Night, Scrunchies by Day
Not to toot my own horn, but (OK, I’ll toot!), I have very long, wavy, thick hair. These Kitsch satin scrunchies are incredibly soft, gentle, and effective. I mostly use them at night, but occasionally wear them during the day when I want a quick bun. They keep my hairstyle intact and don’t break my hair as many other scrunchies have.
This Soap Solved My Dry Skin, & Will Help Yours, Too!
This Kenkoderm Psoriasis Dead Sea Mineral Salt Soap solved my dermatitis in about two weeks. No tricks, no gimmicks, and most importantly, no more itching! For years, I’ve struggled with dry, flaky, and irritated skin. Hello confidence, goodbye itchy skin! P.S. – pair it with their Dead Sea Mud Soap for maximum effectiveness.
SAVE 29%! Root Cover-Up Stick Makes My Heart Skip a Beat
This Style Edit Root Cover-Up stick is the way to go for touching up your roots and concealing those pesky gray hairs. Simply apply the stick after you’ve styled your hair, and you’re done! There’s also a spray that takes less time to apply, but I prefer the stick for thoroughness and effectiveness.
SAVE 57%! My Skin Has Energy Now With This Moisturizer
Two things: 1) If you’d told me last year that skin has energy, I would’ve laughed, and 2) Did you know there are multiple types of Vitamin C? I didn’t until I got this Sure Thing! Vitamin C Moisturizer, which uses three types of Vitamin C to tremendous effect. Energy now pulses through my skin. Bzz, bzz!
SAVE 30%! Pucker Up with A Lip Mask
Tired of applying chapstick only to re-apply dozens of times throughout the day? Yeah, me too. This lip mask from Laneige not only prevents dry and chapped lips, but actually hydrates your skin throughout the night so you wake up with a naturally plumper and softer pout!