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I'm a Shopping Editor who uses my passion for hitting "add to cart" (and my 8+ years in media) to curate the best products on the web — I'm particularly passionate about finding the best beauty products, which probably stems from my days of working at Lush Cosmetics, where I learned about effective skincare ingredients while getting covered in bath bomb dust every day.

Summer is finally upon us! If you're in the group of people who love the idea of summer but hate how your body reacts to it, I'm here to help ease some of those worries so you can enjoy the warm weather to the fullest. Whether you're looking to tackle bumpy skin, painful sunburns, or excess sweat, these body care products are here to help all summer long.

Promising reviews: "It is sooo amazing and such a cute design. It smells a lot like the Sol De Janeiro 59, which is a good thing." —Frances!!!!

"This was my first Tree Hut purchase and shortly after buying it, I fell in love. It leaves my skin feeling SO soft. It does not take long to work. I really love the Vanilla scent. I bought a Watermelon scent as a gift and the receiver loved it. TOTALLY RECOMMEND." —EmmaK

Get it from Amazon for $8.92+ (available in 11 scents).

Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I am 60 and I could not get rid of the cellulite on my legs. I started using this product six weeks ago and can noticeably see a difference. I apply morning and evening, before bed for optimal results. It goes on smooth and has a creamy, nonsticky feel. The smell is dreamy, and even my husband has commented on the improvement. Make sure you apply in a circular motion for optimal coverage, absorption and circulation." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in five sizes and a refill tub).

Promising review: “I tried EVERYTHING! I tried tree tea oil for years and various different products. Nothing worked. The reviews were so great on this that I decided to try to cure it one more time. But when you have had a condition for 35 years, you aren’t too hopeful! I followed the suggestions of some of the reviewers and cut my toenails (I only had it on my big toes) everywhere that the fungus was present. I started applying this gel, which is super easy to use. I swear to you that I noticed a difference after one application.” —WIAPilot 

Get it from Amazon for $19.97 (also available with nail files).

You can check out Vaseline's radiant body oils and lotions for more options! 

Promising review: "I am shocked by how pretty it is and how good it smells. Also, great price and great quality. It’s not too greasy, just really nicely moisturizing :)." —Faith Bremmer 

Promising reviews: "This product is fantastic! I have hyperhidrosis so I have struggled to find effective treatments for my underarm sweating. With this product, As long as use as directed, making sure to go to bed after the 5 minutes drying period, the product is incredibly effective at minimizing underarm sweat. I did still need to use deodorant, but I can finally wear light colored shirts without fear of the dreaded giant pit stain. I am definitely happy I made this purchase.

Update: Months later and this is STILL my holy grail product. I have forgotten deodorant before and with this product you cannot tell the difference. I wish I knew about this product sooner. Really really changed my life for the better." —Kayla S 

"SweatBlock is awesome!! I traveled to Vegas for a five-day convention and did not sweat once in any of my jackets or gowns! I'd researched ways to preserve my clothes, and these Five-Star Ratings are well deserved! SweatBlock is now my holy grail of defense against perspiration. My only suggestion is don't dry shave and then apply. It will cause irritation!" —LindsK

Get a 10-count box from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in packs of two or three boxes).

Promising review: "The strongest natural deodorant I've tried. My whole household made the switch. Eldest son told me it lasts for a couple days, don't ask how he knows that. 😂 Coconut Lime is my favorite, the smell isn't overwhelming, nor does it clash with my body oils. Finally, no irritation under the arms, also! Very happy with Each & Every as we are recurring buyers." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $22 (available in eight scents).

It comes with a spatula for removing the cream! Just be sure to test a small area of your skin and make sure there are no adverse reactions for 24 hours. 

Promising review: "I have been looking for a good hair removal for my sensitive skin and this one is perfect. It has a great odor and leaves my skin feeling smooth and silky. It does not burn my skin at all, even when I leave it on for 15 minutes or more. This is definitely my new hair removal cream. I will recommend this one to everyone." —Crystal

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $18.94.

See a TikTok review of the shaver here! For best results, the brand recommends stretching your skin with one hand, laying the blade flat, and then shaving against the grain. 

Promising review: "I tell everyone about this! No nicks, cuts, or razor bumps! The battery life is surprisingly long, too! I use this ALL over my body. Trust me when I tell you it saves you time and pain compared to a normal razor!! Seriously, never going back to a plastic one after this!" —Holly

Promising review: "Miracle worker pads. These are amazing! I get seriously bad ingrown hairs in my bikini line, and they were gone after two days of using these pads. They smell a little funky, but the smell doesn’t linger. They are a good size and are easy to use.' —Kelsie Pellegrini

Get a set of 28 pads from Amazon for $24.

This, like all intimate cleansers, should only be used externally.

Promising review: "This is the only soap I have found that does not irritate my privates! Finally! Well worth the money, and it will last me a while since I'm only using it for my private parts. I like that it comes in a bar." —Cat Lover

"Need to clean your butt?... Bidet bar to the rescue! Sure, I could just use two bars of the same kind of soap, and use one for my butt and one for the rest of me. But as I have hit middle age, some parts get more sensitive than others, so one wrong soap-related decision sends me to urgent care with an awkward itch, and then to the pharmacy for an even more awkward exchange at the counter. It's SO MUCH EASIER to just buy this soap for my butt and avoid the extra errands. Problem solved." —E. O'Toole

These masks are designed to moisturize dry, dehydrated skin and leave it feeling plump and refreshed! It may also help reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Promising review: "I love this! I put it on for about 10–15 minutes, and I can honestly say that I felt so much more hydrated, and I noticed some corrections in my skin tone. I’m going to buy more. I’m also very white, so you can see imperfections more easily if I’m not tan, and this helped a lot." —AM_Mama89

Be sure to check out the full line of Bawdy butt masks!

Promising review: "I’ve been using charcoal face masks for years, but this is the first time I’ve tried a charcoal body exfoliator. I’m so happy that I found this product. It works nicely on my sensitive skin and doesn’t irritate my skin at all. I’ve been using this to exfoliate different parts of my body in the shower. It’s got a creamy, gritty feeling to it when applying, along with a nice light scent. It stays damp on you while you wait to rinse it off, which is easy as can be. I’ve been using this on days that I do a hair mask since they both need to be left on for a period of time to work. Apply some lotion when you get out of the shower, and you’ll have soft and smooth skin." —P. Cohen

Promising review: "I’ve used this product for about two months now. I try to remember to apply at least twice a day. Not only is my skin clearer, but the overall texture is much smoother and softer. I highly recommend giving this lotion a try." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (also available in a two-pack and bundles).

Promising review: "My feet used to be horribly dry, itchy, and cracked with thick calluses. I started using Baby Foot every couple of months a year ago, and my feet are now soft and smooth. Make sure to soak your feet before using and then again at least once a few days later. I leave the booties on for longer than the instructions, usually around two hours. It doesn’t burn or irritate my skin. A few days later, the top layer of skin starts peeling all over. It’s REALLY gross-looking, so make sure you don’t need to show your feet for about two weeks! The results are amazing, so it’s totally worth it! Calluses improve dramatically with one treatment but bad calluses may need a couple of treatments to go away. Make sure to wait at least two weeks before using again. I’ve recommended to all my friends and family. Seems to work for all skin types." —Mostly Maven

The two reviewer photos above were taken four days apart. 

Promising review: "I got a bit sunburned and didn't realize until I hopped into the shower and noticed how the water kind of stung. I was then a bit red in several places and applied this. The next day, the redness was a lot tamer, and my skin wasn't as sensitive. By day two, it was as if I was never sunburned and just tan! Now I put this on after I shower if I had spent some time in the sun just in case to help my skin stay hydrated and soothed." —Carrie

Read more about how an epsom salt soak or bath can help with muscle pain, soreness, and mental stress at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I love a good Epsom soak and have at least three varieties in my cabinet. I used it specifically as a foot soak rather than a bath. The scent did not disappoint and I didn't notice any sacrifice in quality, or any irritation, with the added scent. It was a nice way to mix things up!" —Sara Q.

Read more about tea tree oil and how it can help with acne at Mayo Clinic.

Promising reviews: "I have been struggling with tinea versicolor for over a year now and have not found anything to soothe the itching/pain that comes with it other than this. I have only been using the body wash for about a week, and it’s made an enormous difference! I have tried prescription creams, medicated lotions, etc,. but I have never had results like this! Such good stuff. 10/10 recommend" —Blackburn's

"I wanted to wait to review after two weeks of use. I’ve noticed that my usual BO at the end of the day is now nonexistent. My back and chest acne have cleared up. I haven’t gotten any ingrown hairs or experienced any re-growth itching on my bikini line. This thing is magic in a bottle, and I wished I had found it sooner!" —xXSUXx

Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (available in five scents and in two-packs).

Promising review: "So I initially started using another kojic acid soap to help with my hyperpigmentation due to shaving my face because I have PCOS and have developed hirsutism. I’m usually a 'full face of makeup at all times' kind of girl because of my insecurities, but this soap has given me a new confidence. I used it for the first time Saturday night and instantly saw the results of this soap. My skin looks so much more even." —Adrienne Jerkins

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in various pack sizes and bundles).

Fellow BuzzFeed Shopping writer Mallory Mower is a huge fan of this salve: "I use Mad Rabbit products on my own tattoos. Every product is vegan and cruelty-free (making it great on sensitive skin). I've recommended it to all my friends with tattoos. The soothing gel is lightweight and calming, the sunscreen is effective without feeling heavy, and the balm makes tattoos look gorgeous (my arm pictured above, left). I'm truly surprised by how well color pops with this stuff!"

Promising review: "Product was awesome. It rejuvenated a 5-year-old tattoo and made it look like new again. Mad Rabbit absorbed into the skin very easily without being greasy." —Janson Ward

Mad Rabbit was found by college friends Oliver Zak and Selom Agbitor after seeing a gap in the market for all-natural products to heal, protect and enhance tattoos. They pitched their tattoo salve in season 12 of Shark Tank.

Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in three scents).

Promising review: "I started using this shower oil/cream as soon as I found out I was pregnant, and I cannot express this enough...RUN TO BUY THIS. I use it on my belly, hips, and breasts. It has left my skin feeling soft and smooth after each shower." –Alicia R.

Read more about how deodorants that turn skin acidic can help with odor from Mayo Clinic.

Promising review: "This body wash is a MUST for me. It really works. I don’t get musty or stinky when I sweat! Sad to say, but I was sick for three days and stayed fresh until the third day. I will keep buying Lume, because it works well to cut odor." —Shirmel

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in five scents and also in two-packs).

Promising review: "This stuff really is awesome. It really works, and I don't know where it has been all my life. I started looking for something for thigh chafing after running into a few issues (not fun). It is super easy to use; just slide it on like you'd use deodorant." —SweetPea

BodyGlide is a small business that specializes in chafe-preventing personal care products.

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five sizes; also available in an anti-blister balm).

Promising review: "Miracle worker. This stuff is seriously magic. I glide it along problem areas on my feet AND the shoes, and I hardly ever get blisters anymore. Cannot recommend this enough!" —Alexandra 

Promising review: "I bought these because I ride a bicycle and also work in an office, and if I have to run an errand at lunchtime, I'll get so sweaty.... ewww. The wipes are just big enough that one wipe can clean up your upper body, even stinky armpits, and leave you feeling fresh and surprisingly clean. The scent is also quite pleasant — not overwhelmingly lavender. It's nice that they're wrapped individually — I can just stick one in a pocket and run to the bathroom at the office, without carrying a whole bunch of stuff. It's discrete, and it also works really well. They don't leave behind any weird sticky residue." —JSRose

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $12.99.

Check out a TikTok of the acne-banishing body spray in action. 

Promising review: "This body spray has helped clear up stubborn back and shoulder breakouts better than anything I’ve tried. The 360-degree spray makes it super easy to apply, even to hard-to-reach spots. It dries quickly, doesn’t stain clothes, and has a clean finish. After a couple of weeks of consistent use, I saw smoother skin and fewer breakouts. It’s also lightweight and doesn’t feel sticky. Definitely recommend for anyone dealing with body acne." —Rosiemelisa

The brand recommends it for people who are experienced with chemical exfoliators, so if you're new, start with just a few times a week to see how your skin reacts.

Promising reviews: "I will always recommend this product. I had extreme hyperpigmentation in my armpits and textured skin on my face, and I am overall sweaty during the summer. My armpits are completely light and clear again, my T-zone on my face is smooth, and my skin tone is more even, and when I put this on sweaty spots the night before, it significantly reduces odor. Sorry for the TMI, but for the sweaty people, you need to try this!" —Anna

"I’ve been using this for about two months now, and I’m honestly so impressed. I started using it on my dark elbows, and it’s already helped smooth and lighten the area — they feel much softer and look way more even. I also use it occasionally on my scalp to help with dandruff, and it actually works! It gently exfoliates without irritation, and my scalp feels cleaner and less itchy. It tingles a little at first, but nothing harsh. For the price, it’s such a great multitasker to have in your routine." —Dara

Get it from Amazon for $9+ (available in two sizes and in packs of two).

Promising review: "I love the overall quality and the way it turned my overly dry skin around my finger nails to soft and healthy looking in just two applications. I saw results after first application but after the second one it was like I never had the issue. The size is adequate as you only need a small amount and very easy to apply. Once applied, it soaks in quickly and feels lightweight. The scent isn’t offensive or too strong." —Dmlyle

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes and two packs).

Promising review: "After a cabin trip with the girls, I noticed my feet were rougher than they had ever been. I'm talking discoloration and the hardest skin on my heels I've ever experienced.

I ordered this wash in an attempt to get my feet back to their normal selves. I am so happy I did! My feet started to look and feel better after a few days of use. They are slowly but surely getting back to their former glory lol. If you want a foot wash that works then look no further than this product. You will not be disappointed." —LaLaHappy

Get it from Amazon for $9.29 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "Been using this for about a month. I run and go to the gym so there is lots of use of my sneakers five to six times a week. I remove the insoles and spray those, then spray inside the sneakers. I like the scent, kind of minty, and it kills any odors immediately." —Lisa S

The formula is aluminum-free, so it won't stop sweat, but the tapioca powder can help absorb it.

Promising review: "This stuff is 5–10 times better than regular powder! It instantly soothes irritation, deodorizes after a shower, and quiets the chafe after long sessions on the treadmill. I can't recommend it enough! Stop buying/using Gold Bond and other similar powders, and start using this. I'll be buying two more tubes in the near future." —Devin G.

Happy Nuts is a small business specializing in grooming products.

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in the original sandalwood zest scent or unscented, and packs of two and three).

This isn't an antiperspirant, so it won't stop sweat, but it will soak up sweat to keep you dry and comfortable!

Promising review: "I have recently lost a lot of weight and have skin that hangs over in my belly area. I have tried several products to help with the sweating that occurs, which leads to abscesses on a monthly basis. I finally saw this product and decided to give it a try. I am truly amazed at how happy I am with the results! The lightly scented powder keeps me dry without caking, and I have not had the hint of an abscess since starting it. I love it! Thank you for coming up with such a great product!" —Tammy

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (also available in packs of two or three).

Plus, removing all that excess dead skin can help with everything from preventing razor bumps and ingrown hairs before shaving, smoothing away bumps caused by Keratosis pilaris, and prepping your skin for the perfect streak-free self-tan.  

Promising review: "This exfoliating glove works really well in the shower, removing dead skin and leaving your skin feeling noticeably smooth and refreshed. It’s effective without being too harsh, making it great for regular use on different areas of the body. Overall, it’s an easy and affordable way to upgrade your skincare routine with real results." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes and two colors).

BuzzFeed contributor Krista Torres is a fan: "I was gifted this body scrub soap bar from Marlowe at an event recently. I didn’t think too much of it, just unwrapped it and put it in the shower when I got home. I didn’t say anything about it, and that night, my husband got in the shower and came out raving about this soap. I’m not kidding, he was so excited like, “WHERE DID YOU GET THAT SOAP?!!!” and could not get over the scrubbing beads, and how amazing his skin felt afterward. I’ve bought exfoliating bars of soap before, so I asked him why it was so great, and he said the beads scrubbed but weren’t super harsh where it hurt, and it kind of felt like a massage, lol. He also loved that the scent was fresh but not too overpowering or fruity. Now I’m super curious to try more from Marlowe, especially their Santal-scented line, which I’ve heard smells just like Le Labo (it’s that $200+ cult-favorite fragrance everyone’s obsessed with — IYKYK). At this point in my 30s, discovering an amazing soap is a huge win! They even have a Soap Discovery Set that looks really good, so I am definitely planning to try it next."

Get it from Amazon for $12 (available in three scents and various pack sizes).

Promising review: "I’ve been using this body stick for a few weeks and I’m honestly impressed with the results. I have small bumps on the backs of my arms and a bit of uneven texture on my thighs, and the glycolic acid in this really helps smooth everything out. The stick format is super easy to apply — I just glide it on after a shower and let it dry for a minute. It doesn’t leave a sticky or greasy feeling at all. After consistent use, my skin looks clearer, feels softer, and those tiny bumps have definitely reduced. The size is great too; it’s compact but lasts longer than you’d think because you don’t need much each time. Definitely worth adding to a skincare routine if you deal with rough patches or texture." —Sean B.

To use, simply apply it to clean, exfoliated skin and rinse off after at least six hours.

Promising review: "I am a self-tanner junkie. I have tried every brand because I love a year round summer glow. Recently I have been switching up all my beauty products to non-toxic, paraben free and it has done wonders for my skin, but it was so hard to find a good self tanner, until this one! Beauty by Earth provides a very natural tan color and pleasant smell. There is none of that orange skin and awful smell. My husband always used to comment on how he hated my self-tanner and has not said a word since I got this one! I have been using this product since the summer and it made me seamlessly retain that glowing look. No one noticed a difference!" —Christinou

Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in two colors).

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