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To get the most benefits out of the mandelic acid, it is recommended to let the soap sit on your skin for a few minutes before rinsing. 

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Amber Usher swears by this stuff: "Naturium is a staple in my body care regimen, so when I found out about this version, I knew I needed it immediately. I live in Georgia, and ever since I started using this body wash, I've noticed a significant reduction in body odor throughout the day, whether I'm outdoors gardening or doing my daily Hot Girl Walk. The scent is so light and fresh, and the cooling sensation is especially appreciated."

Promising review: "When I say this works for BO, it’s magic. For someone living in a hot state, work in a hot job, always working out and sweating, this product keeps you in check ALL DAY! No skin irritants, no dryness, and I feel clean. The mint isn’t strong so you can feel the tingle, but not for long. I let it sit on my skin for at least three minutes before rinsing off. Best soap ever! I will continue to use this. Forget Dove antibacterial, forget Dial, BUY THIS!" —Shelby

Get it from Amazon for $16.88 (also available in 10 other formulas). 

Promising review: "Best product I've ever got from Amazon. This thing is really what everyone said it is: MAGIC. I cannot believe after one use, the results of my callouses, just years and years of pain, were shaved down without any surgical treatment! WOW! I seriously have no words. If I could give this product 1 million stars, I would. If you’re someone who’s had horrible calloused feet for years, PLEASE BUY THIS!" —jess

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three scents, as a two-pack, and in a kit with a foot file and gloves). 

BTW, people also love this for helping heal piercings.

Promising review: "What is this sorcery? Okay, so I’m not gonna lie. I thought all of the before-and-after pics were fake, but I was desperate, so I bought this stuff anyway. I had been dealing with an irritation bump for almost three months that I couldn’t get rid of, so I did some research and tried a variety of home remedies, none of which worked. Then I stumbled upon the Briotech spray and saw the before and after pictures and wanted soooo badly to believe them. I also didn’t want to get my hopes up, so I wrote them off as fake. I bought this stuff anyway (again, I was desperate) and I’m SO glad I did. I bought it on Sept. 5th, and my bump (which was huge and awful) was completely gone on Sept. 25th. I’m still in shock that it worked, but I’m so happy it did. Buy this! Stick with it, and I promise you won’t regret it!" —iamericadelaney

Get an 8-ounce bottle from Amazon for $17.99 (available in five sizes and in packs of two and four).

Promising reviews: "WHERE HAS THIS WIZARDRY BEEN ALL MY LIFE?!? I'm 28 years old, and I've had thick thighs since I was 5 years old. Every year, I think to myself, 'One day, the inside of your thighs is going to be completely desensitized, and then we can wear dresses and shorts.' THAT DAY HAS COME. I'll be buying this forever." —KT

"I just used it for five days in 90-degree-plus weather at Bonnaroo music festival in the middle of Tennessee on a farm in June with 100,000 people walking several miles, dancing, and sweating every day. I am happy to report that this product is a lifesaver. My thighs didn't chafe once, and I have big ones! I had to reapply once during the day. I strongly recommend buying this if you have large thighs and need relief from chafing. I couldn't wear dresses or skirts in the heat if I was walking anywhere, and now I live in them because of this stuff! Buy it! It works!" —Carwizzle

Get it from Amazon for $11.01 (also available as a two-pack).

Many reviewers also say it helps reduce puffiness on their face when used in the morning.

Read more about how temperature therapy can help with migraine prevention at Mayo Clinic.

Promising review: "Well made for the price. I find it’s helpful in the morning for puffy eyes. It’s great to use after a workout in sunny Florida. I use it to cool down and reduce redness after exercising." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in eight colors).

Promising review: "This is by far my favorite facial mask. They're incredibly soft and flexible, making them very easy to place on the face. As soon as I put them on, my skin feels instantly cooled and refreshed, with a well-hydrated finish. Even when my skin is irritated, these pads quickly calm redness and feel very soothing. I usually leave them on for five minutes or less, and that’s more than enough for great results. Perfect for quick skin calming and hydration." —Highly recommend it!

Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $27 (also available as a 100-count). 

Promising review: "Magic in a bottle. I saw results the first time I used this. I had a mild breakout of small red bumps that I, of course, picked at and made 100 times worse…Nothing I was using made a difference, and the bumps kept coming back. Suffice it to say, I searched Amazon for butt acne solutions, and this was one I came across. Because of the reviews, I figured I had nothing to lose. I'm so glad I did because, as I said, the first night made a huge difference, and since I’ve done am and night, after I shower. No new breakouts and completely cleared skin. I can’t thank the makers enough for this product. This will be a part of my daily skin routine going forward." —Michelle Borges

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available as a two-pack and in kits with other acne-fighting formulas). 

Read more about how biotin can help with the fullness of hair at Cleveland Clinic. It's also designed to work on all hair colors!

Check out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. 

Promising review: "Will be buying again!! This is a fantastic product. I have incredibly thin hair that gets very oily very easily. This is the first product that I’ve tried that actually works! I am so very happy!" —Katie_0_Baker

Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in seven shades, as a refill, and in packs of two or three).  

SweatBlock is a small business that specializes in antiperspirant products. 

Psst — you should definitely "patch test" this on a small area of skin before putting it on to ensure you don't have any reaction. And btw, each box lasts two months!

Promising review: "What is this sorcery? I've only used this product for two weeks, but I love it so far! I am an excessive sweater and ruin all my light colored shirts. This stuff keeps me dry during inactivity and reduces the sheer amount of sweat when I get hot or work out. I haven't had ANY sweat stains on my shirts (not when working out) since starting this product. It worked immediately (well, the next day with nighttime application). I can't wait to tell all my sweaty friends." —Hil

Get a 10-count box from Amazon for $19.97 (also available in packs of two or three boxes).

Reviewers swear by these for warts that the duct tape method, freezing, or even professional removal can't keep off. 

Promising review: "I had a stubborn wart that I had tried to get rid of for years. I was about to give up and go to a doctor when I discovered these. I put them on before bed, and on the last two days, kept them on all day. Today I was filing the wart down (which I did every day with this treatment), and I noticed a crack at the bottom. **Warning! Kinda gross** I was able to pull out the entire wart! I was left with a circular wound on my finger, and I was left holding the wart! I'm so shocked and amazed since it's only been four days! I 100% would recommend this to everyone." —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of 14 from Amazon for $5.91. 

Read about how saline nose sprays can help with allergic rhinitis at the Mayo Clinic. And chat with your doctor or allergist to see if it's right for you! 

Promising review: "This gentle nasal spray really works! While living in the Midwest, I experienced seasonal allergies. In Southern California, my allergies are year-round. I began using AYR Saline Nasal Mist, and I love it! As if by magic, my nasal passages clear up almost instantly. A little sidebar here...my little terrier-mix dog has allergic nasal dryness, and I am now using it on her. It is equally effective for my Canine Companion (I first consulted my veterinarian, of course). I now have labeled each of my two AYRs, one for Carly and one for me . . . (*_^)!" —PJ

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.32.

Reviewers recommend using a thinner sunscreen; if your preferred sunscreen is quite thick, this may not work for you. And JSYK, the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) says most adults need about an ounce (the size of a shot glass) of sunscreen to adequately cover their face and body — and that's exactly what this holds!

Promising review: "If you have a kid (kids) and you need to put on sunscreen on him/her (them) daily (we live in Hawaii), please do yourself a favor and get these!!! It is less of a mess for you and your kid(s); the application is easy, and it takes about 20 seconds to do both arms!! Like magic, totally life-changing for our family!!" —Alexander Gonzalez

Get it from Amazon for $15.98 (available in 12 colors). 

These photos above are four days apart, btw!

Promising review: "What is this sorcery? This stuff is amazing. I had a severe sunburn; I was lobster red by the end of the day. I applied this a couple of times that day and the next, and by the next evening, my sunburn had mostly faded to tan. In ONE day." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $8.93 (also available in a coconut-scented three-pack).

Promising review: "I could literally see a pimple appear one day and then the next, it's barely visible. My acne scars area becoming less and less noticeable. The woman at the beauty salon complimented my skin. She wanted to know what I was using because she saw the difference. This stuff is amazing!!! I will continue to buy and stock up on this stuff! Try this product! I am recommending it to everyone I know! :D" —Marty

Quitch is a small business founded by moms.

Promising review: "These are the best for when my son gets bitten by mosquitoes. He usually welts up pretty bad. These help with the scratching." —Brenda Diaz

Rubbing alcohol-based products (like Tend Skin) can help prevent an infection of an ingrown, but can’t prevent an ingrown itself, according to Cleveland Clinic. 

This can be applied after shaving and waxing to prevent bumps and burns. It can also be applied at night independent of shaving to help clear any existing ingrown hairs and bumps.

Promising review: "Miracle product! The only problem with this product is that I didn't find it sooner. I've tried just about everything to avoid irritation around my bikini line and nothing has worked like this product! I noticed improvements on the first day, so I had to get the smaller, roller applicating bottle, too. I'm hoping that will prevent me from wasting product, versus applying it with a cotton ball. Either way, I'm subscribing to this product. The confidence boost, in itself, is worth the cost!" —Amanda

Get it from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "Not just hype!! Saw this product a bunch on TikTok, and I feel like you never actually know how legit those are. But I thought, screw it, I’ll try it. Idk what kind of magic they put in this bottle, but I had nearly instant results. After just one application, the next morning, things are SO much smoother and less irritated!!!" —bookreader

This wax is used in a lot of high-end salons, and is safe for anywhere you'd like to remove hair! Btw, you'll need a heater to warm it up. 

Promising reviews: "I don't like shaving my unibrow because I'm lazy and don't want to shave every other day. I used to tweeze all my unibrow hairs one by one; now I use this, which makes life so much easier. What used to take 15 minutes every week now takes one minute. I still tweeze the edges for accuracy, but this helps take out the entire center of the unibrow in one go, which is 90% of the work." —Ammar

"Holy crap. Please listen to this review. This is the best and easiest-to-use wax I have ever tried. It dries super quickly, and when it dries it creates a vacuum seal around the hair. It does not stick to skin in the slightest and cuts the pain down by 75%. I would pay $150 dollars for this stuff because it is so good." —Amanda

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two amounts). 

For best results, the brand recommends stretching your skin with one hand, laying the blade flat, and then shaving against the grain. It's also great for underarm hair, and even includes a 3-mm body comb attachment. 

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

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 reviews: "What sorcery is this?? It’s magic in a pretty bottle. Beyond amazed that it works, honestly. I remember trying Nair back in high school, but it didn’t work so well and smelled icky. So I was already skeptical. I hadn’t shaved my legs for more than two months. Decided to give this a shot because I loathe shaving and I’m lazy. Tried it on one leg first while watching a chick flick and snacking on cheese and crackers, and six minutes later…holy buckets!! All the hair just wiped right off. How in the hell…it was all gone. Could not wait to do the second leg to witness the magic again. Fun hair removal? Yup! Smoother than I’ve ever been. Absolutely pain-free. Waxing can also suck it. It’s day three and still smooth!" —AMR

"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 it from Amazon for $9.47 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "Fair skin, red head here, and I can barely go outside when it’s sunny without getting a sunburn. So I always have to wear sunscreen, and I hate the stickiness of most of the sprays out on the market. I have been a fan of this line for years now. It’s super lightweight (even the lotion), and it works, and you don’t feel sticky or feel like your pores are being clogged. This is the only sunscreen I will use daily and bring with me on beach vacations. And it’s reasonably priced as well!" —Dyanne Gray

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $25.01.

Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! 

Promising review: "Wish I would have found this sooner! Works great and so far the cheapest option I have found for powder sunscreen. Love that my face isn’t greasy anymore from normal sunscreen!" —Michelle

"I have fine hair so anytime I’m in the sun I get burnt on my scalp. Regular sunscreen make my hair super oily and gross and I cannot stand wearing hats. I'm so glad I found this. You do have to apply it more often, and also it doesn’t work if it gets wet. Love this stuff, it's such a lifesaver." —james

Read more about essential oils and morning sickness at Mayo Clinic, peppermint oil and nausea in one small study at the National Library of Medicine, and aromatherapy at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "I am obsessed with these! As someone who suffers from frequent nausea, these are a lifesaver. I always bring one in my purse on any long car rides, plane travel, etc. I even keep one at my desk. This is my go to for nausea and it works pretty much immediately. I have recommended it to many people now who love it too. It’s easy to use and super small so easy to put in your pocket and have whenever you need it. Love that it is made with natural ingredients as well." —Heather

"Took this on my first cruise. Anytime that I started to feel woozy I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot — and breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!" —Willy&Lilly

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a pack of three and four). 

Basic Vigor is a US-based small business specializing in all-natural migraine relief products. 

Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "I’ve had migraines all my life — I’m 31 now. I’ve been on all kinds of prescriptions that work, but make me so sleepy... I’ve been using this stick for one week now, and it’s amazing! I rubbed it on at the first hint of a headache/migraine, and it takes care of it fast. I haven’t taken a prescription migraine since I started using it." —Amanda Braswell

Read BuzzFeed's review of the migraine stick for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $12.57 (also available as a three-pack). 

Megababe is a woman-owned small business from entrepreneur, body acceptance advocate, and influencer Katie Sturino. 

When I studied abroad, I knew I would be walking long hours in Rome and was horrified that my roommates would suffer the consequences. I had never heard of foot deodorant, but I am forever grateful it exists. This one has a refreshing lavender smell, and with a quick spritz to my feet, shoes, and sometimes socks for that extra layer of defense, my feet remained completely stank-free! I only had two pairs of shoes, a leather pair of sandals and a pair of sneakers, and even when I wore them back-to-back, this spray kept them from ever retaining any odor (and yes, I gave them a proper whiff to check). I was seriously amazed it works so well (and that I still had some after eight weeks). 

Promising review: "LOVE IT!! Smells SO good! Works great! It sprays a fine mist and dries quickly. Love that it doesn’t leave feet feeling greasy or sticky, and doesn’t leave a white powdery finish like some of the others that are zinc-based. I spray it inside my sneakers and my kids' tennis shoes, softball cleats, and track spikes. My mom is using it while having to wear an air cast on her foot from a leg surgery. Will definitely be purchasing a few more bottles and buying it regularly!" —Jamie Layne Fields

Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING! Literally nothing else keeps tangles out of my daughter’s hair like this does. Her hair is so thick and very difficult to brush; this makes it easy-peasy to brush the tangles out after a swim in the pool. It also softens her hair. When not used, the pool chemicals make her hair very stiff and dry. We even use this every once in a while just because! It smells wonderful and doesn’t make the hair greasy in any way. I cannot recommend this product enough!!!" —Emily Gardner

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (also available as a two-pack and kits with other products). 

Reviewers with everything from thin, straight hair to coarse, 4c hair mention it has worked for them. 

Promising review: "I looooove this so much. The smell is amazing, and it tends to stick around for a while, so I love getting whiffs of it throughout the day. My hair is softer and doesn’t seem as frizzy as before. I put it on after washing my hair and then after it’s dry. I tend to wash my hair two times a week, so I’ll use it in between washes on my ends to make sure they still look nice and healthy. Great value, too; I’ve been using it pretty consistently since purchasing, and I’ve barely made a dent in it. Love it!" —Noley

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in two sizes, a leave-in cream style, and five other formulas)

Promising review: "Wet crack lol… You know, you walk, you work, you sweat in stinky areas. For me these canisters are >>>> vs the powders. It’s easy, quick, and works. Is it a fix all? No it’s not. But does it help noticeably? Yes it does. I’ll shower, dry off, then point a lil' spray at my crack. The scent is about as neutral as you’re gonna get or could hope for, it’s not perfume-y or menthol-y, it’s just a slight clean smell. I hold my can upside down and spray without any problems. Am happy I purchased and will purchase again." —Luke

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $22.44.

Promising review: "This is an item I never knew I needed because I never knew they existed. Once I knew, I had to try them. I’m a 42D, and the large is a perfect fit. I am completely satisfied! These are soft, comfortable, and absorbent. I will invest in another pack to keep plenty on hand." —Kat769

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in women's sizes M–XXL and in a variety of color combinations).

Check out a TikTok of the Laneige Neo Blurring Powder in action. 

Promising review: "I loved this setting powder, it blurred my pores and blended my makeup so well that even my husband noticed. Wow! I will be buying more before people find it and sell it all out, hehehe." —Charlotte Laim 

Promising reviews: "This definitely takes away the shininess on face mid-day in summer weather." —SJJS

"I have super oily skin and am always looking for something to help control it during the day. The linen squares are good, but you have to keep them around (and keep replacing them), and they end up in the landfill. This little contraption really works, and I just rinse it at the end of the day and start over again the next. I kept one on my desk and bought a second for my purse. This is magic for my shiny skin, especially on camera in my hours of Zoom every day." —Jennifer Helseth

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