These Are HuffPost Editors' Favorite Beauty Products — And We're Urging You To Get Them On Sale Right Now

Few items have impressed me as much as these cult-favorite toning facial pads. Since using them, I've ditched my traditional AHA serums for these bad boys, and my skin has never looked better. The Medicube pads are designed to help exfoliate, balance and brighten skin while reducing oil production, minimizing breakouts and refining the look of pores. They are formulated with powerful alpha and beta hydroxy acids like white willow bark, vitamin C and calming botanical extracts like lavender to soothe skin.

"In the fall of 2025, I wrote about how the Avène Cicalfate+ restorative protective cream saved my skin during an eczema breakout when I didn't have access to the prescription steroid cream that I usually depend on in these situations. After it managed to instantly soothe and soften the unbearably itchy and burning patches on my fingers and hands, I quickly learned why this French treatment lotion has such a hearty reputation for helping those with the most troubled and sensitive skin. Functioning as a shielding and isolating layer to compromised skin, this richly textured cream has 45 uses and works by creating the optimal condition for damaged skin to recover by employing protein-rich probiotics and a copper-zinc-sulfate complex." — Flores

"After reporting on the wonderful potential of PDRN a couple of years ago, I ran to get my mitts on anything containing the stuff, and I've been using the Medicube PDRN milky pink toner ever since. It's thicker than your average toner or essence and doubly hydrating, packed with salmon-derived PDRN to boost collagen production and ceramides to strengthen the skin barrier —an absolute must for someone with dry, sensitive skin. This formula also contains peptides for more plumping action and niacinamide, which I trust to give me a more radiant complexion and fade dark spots." — Flores

"The It Cosmetics CC+ cream has been my exclusive foundation of choice for a number of reasons, namely that it makes my skin look absolutely flawless and virtually imperceptible. I also have keratosis pilaris on my face and this is the one perfectly finished foundation that hides all imperfections without looking cake-y or unnatural in the slightest. Plus, the color-correcting formula is also infused with broad spectrum SPF 50 and a whole slew of skin-loving ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides and niacinamide so it never feels overly drying on the face. It comes in 22 shades." — Flores

I keep this nail and cuticle oil at my desk to remind me to hydrate my poor, cracked, peeling fingers. I've been a lifelong cuticle biter and picker, and the only thing that keeps me from destroying my fingers is to keep those cuticles in good shape. The moment I lapse, I'm back to bad habits. I like to drench my fingers in this cuticle oil then use a little pumice pen to slough off the dead skin. It's made a huge difference in the quality of my nails and keeps me from spending money on manicures. It's made with nourishing argan oil that is great for skin and has an easy-to-use applicator brush; it's foolproof. Get it for 47% off right now.

"The First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser, which has earned a cult following among people with all types of skin, is a fine pumice-based formula that functions closer to a microdermabrasion treatment and a product that, if forced to decide, I would take with me to a deserted island. I have been a dedicated user of this targeted product for years as a way to instantly treat my incredibly stubborn and very obvious keratosis pilaris on my arms. Its ability to soften rough skin is probably primarily due to its 10% concentration of AHAs, like glycolic and lactic acids.

This category of chemical exfoliants can work to refine skin texture and slough off the dead skin cells that are responsible for those pesky bumps. The formula is also enriched with natural bisabolol, an antioxidant that offers soothing benefits post-exfoliation." — Flores

I'm a longtime Weleda Skin Food devotee, and was beyond thrilled when the brand debuted a light version of their nourishing cream. It is made all with the same skin-loving ingredients as the original, but has a much more lightweight, wearable formulation. I've been using this near-daily, and my acne-prone skin has zero issues with it. Like the original formula, it's a multipurpose wonder that can keep you hydrated from head to toe. And at 31% off, it's even more irresistible.

"Let me preface by saying I am insufferable and don't like words in my shower, so I take the sticker branding off everything, but I am indeed a longtime lover of Cetaphil's daily face cleanser for sensitive skin. I keep it in the shower, which reminds me to actually wash my face. The big bottle lasts forever, the pump top makes it super easy to dispense, and the colorless, odorless, non-sticky formula feels easy on the skin but does leave your face feeling clean." — Griffin Wynne, shopping writer. Get it for 33% off.

Both HuffPost shopping managing editor Emily Ruane and I own various versions of the Wet Brush Mini detangler brush. (“I keep it on me at all times,” Ruane told me. “It’s never not in one of my various bags.”) I have always used it for my hair care needs, and currently own one full sized version, two minis and one travel mini. I just can't get enough, there's no better brush for painless detangling and the only thing I use on my toddler's fine, delicate hair. The brushes come in cute colors and designs, and work just as gently on wet hair as they do on dry hair, and are acceptable for a wide range of hair textures. Depending on design, they range from 47% to 60% off list price.

"This may not be an exciting product, but it is a solid all-purpose moisturizer by Lubriderm that has healed my partner’s damaged skin. He works outside in the elements for eight hours a day, oftentimes in extreme heat and extreme cold. Last year, I noticed it was starting to take its toll when even the most delicate scratch would take forever to heal and he developed dry flaky patches all over his arms and face – two telltale signs of a weak and damaged skin barrier. After constant pestering, he started using this daily and unscented formula, which contains ceramides, also known as the essential building blocks for a healthy skin barrier. It also features vitamin E and provitamin B5 for a tandem effort in protecting against skin damage caused by environmental stressors. His skin is now much healthier and softer, and he likes that it’s not super thick or present on the skin." — Flores

My wife is devoted to her water flosser, and this cordless Waterpik makes it a breeze to use. It's great for people with limited countertop space or who travel often, and it works just as well as the larger Aquarius model. While most of Waterpik’s cordless water flossers are created fairly equal, and this pared-down option makes a really smart buy for anyone who wants Waterpik’s powerful pressurized cleaning stream but doesn’t need a lot of bells and whistles. The Advanced offers three settings, is designed to be whisper quiet and has a rechargeable battery, which connects magnetically and can charge in up to four hours.

The Waterpik Cordless Advanced promises to banish 99.99% percent of plaque bacteria from your — ahem — pearly whites with an effectiveness rate double that of dental floss. It comes with four interchangeable tips and a 7-ounce water reservoir for up to 45 seconds of continuous cleaning, and the higher-capacity battery life will power the device for a maximum of 36 minutes. It also has global voltage compatibility and a compact 3-inch footprint. Get it now for 30% off list price.

"I absolutely adore misting toners, as a very first step post-cleanse and in between my skin care steps to ensure that each product is absorbing into my skin at maximum efficacy. Recently, I’ve been obsessed with the Beekman 1802 Milk Shake hydrating toner, which comes out in such a fine and lightweight mist that I never feel overly drenched. It’s a truly refreshing concoction packed with effective hydrators like squalane, jojoba oil and hyaluronic acid — all of which work in tandem to prevent water loss and lock in hydration. It also features microbiome-balancing goat milk and mugwort to soothe redness, irritation and help refine the size of pores. I even love to spritz this throughout the day whenever I feel I need a refresh or if I feel like my makeup is looking too cakey." — Flores

Native is just one of those brands that does everything right, across the board. I always have the shampoo, conditioner and body wash on hand and love how fresh, vibrant and nourishing the ingredients are. The shampoo and conditioners are made with hydrating ingredients that keep my hair soft, smooth and healthy, while the body wash cleanses gently and thoroughly without stripping the skin. I would recommend them to anyone with sensitive skin. They're all available in multiple different scents, but these happen to be my current faves. Right now, they're 20% off.

The first time I tried the famous Elemis cleansing balm I couldn’t believe how soft, supple and clean my skin felt. I had always assumed that someone with acne-prone, oily skin like me should stay away from oil cleansing, but I couldn’t have been more wrong. It has a buttery soft consistency that starts off like a rich, thick oil and slowly melts into the skin, dissolving makeup, grime and impurities. It’s formulated with fatty acids that can help to improve skin elasticity and moisture retention, and the brand says its starfish and elderberry oils help soothe irritation and smooth out the complexion.

My colleague Kristen Aiken is also a huge fan of this cleansing balm. She told me that “this item is way pricier than what I’m usually willing to spend on cleanser (which is usually from the drugstore and under $10), but I’ve found it’s one of the only products that can effectively cleanse my skin AND nourish it without making me break out. I have perpetually dry skin no matter how much water I drink, and this saves me from drying out (especially in the winter months). Bonus: If you use it as a second round of double-cleansing (i.e. after you’ve already removed the day’s initial layer of gunk), you can use your favorite facial massage tool over top it, to help your tool slide smoothly along your face and de-puff.”

You can get it for 25% off right now.

"The CeraVe hydrating cream cleanser may be one of the most recommended cleansers at HuffPost, and as someone with extremely dry skin who can't handle the oil-stripping effects of most foaming washes, it's my sole cleanser of choice. One board-certified dermatologist previously nominated it as one of the best all-purpose face washes, claiming that this non-foaming, fragrance-free and milky cleanser effectively gets rid of dirt and buildup without leaving the skin feeling dry and without the use of any harsh surfactants. It has 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon and close to 100,000 enthusiastic reviews." — Flores

There's also a cream-to-foam formula (also on sale for Amazon's spring sale) for those who prefer their cleansers to work into a rich lather.

Both Flores and HuffPost shopping writer Erica Kam love Lanolips, and between the two of them have tried just about every scent in existence. “I have extremely dehydrated skin and I have one of these tubes just about everywhere in my apartment, car and every bag I own,” Flores said in previous coverage. “I like the formula because it actually stays on my lips for at least a couple of hours, so I’m not constantly reapplying and the finish is the perfect level of glossy, without feeling sticky or looking too obnoxious.”

Kam said, "I was first struck by the colorless, simple formula and feel on my lips. I’d liken the thickness to Vaseline and Glossier’s Balm Dotcom, a comparison other reviews have also made, though most of the flavored Balm Dotcoms have some kind of tint. I prefer having an untinted balm for everyday use that I can layer on top of other lip products if I want a wash of color...The formula is less greasy than Vaseline, thankfully, and I don’t find it sticky except in the very first moments after application....My favorite part about the Lanolips, though, is that this balm stays on my lips. A miracle!"

You can get it in the unflavored variety (the two-pack offers the best deal), or choose from several fun flavors.

I'm a longtime Essie girl, and always have the brand's polishes on hand, whether I want to do my nails at home or get them done at the salon. I've even been known to bring my own colors to the salon to ensure I get my favorite hues! These nail polishes are long-lasting, apply evenly and look great without harming my nails. The formula is vegan and 8-free, meaning that it's free from the eight most common harmful chemicals often found in nail polishes. You can get them in various colors for 31% off right now.

"NeoStrata's Triple Firming neck cream is an effective formula that's been previously recommended by board-certified dermatologists, and has wound up in our 2025 coverage a few different times. It features a pro-amino acid and neocitrate formula, an ingredient duo that works in tandem to target volume loss while a non-acid amino sugar tackles unwanted sun damage, irregular texture and discoloration. I have recently started using this as I've noticed some volume loss beneath my chin, and I loved how thick and hydrating the formula was that I now use it for my entire face, which is chronically dry. Since then, I've noticed a bit more bounce back to my skin and less refined smile lines around my mouth. Also, pro-tip: because it is so thick, I add a healthy glug of The Ordinary's cold-pressed rosehip oil to bump up the moisture factor and make it easier to spread across my skin and make it stretch a little farther. I also know that nearly $100 is a lot to spend on a moisturizer, so that makes this discount even more desirable, in my opinion." — Flores

The NuFace device has gained near-cult status in recent years, with devotees swearing by its facial toning prowess. It’s an FDA-cleared microcurrent device that claims to gently stimulate the face and neck in an effort to tone, lift and contour facial muscles and reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles. You can purchase various additional attachments, like a red light wrinkle reducer and lip and eye wand, but it also works perfectly fine on its own.

I have an old version of the NuFace Trinity that I've been using for at least five years, and I remain utterly devoted. I can't recommend it enough to people who want an at-home microcurrent device. No other option comes close to its effectiveness. The Mini version is a great option for people with limited space, and even though it's not much smaller than the one I have, I often wish I had gotten the Mini instead. It packs just the same amount of punch without taking up too much counter space. It's currently 30% off at Amazon.

"Even if you've only been in the skin care game for five minutes, you've most likely heard of niacinamide, a workhorse ingredient that can address a number of skin concerns from dullness to irregular texture. Although the market is pretty inundated with the stuff, Glow Recipe does it right with this vitamin-rich, watermelon-infused serum — especially if you want a really glowy complexion. The formula, which has a soft and juicy texture, contains a reflective emulsion of mica to leave an almost glossy finish. I have been a fan of this for a few years now, and I love layering this over my vitamin C serum and under my makeup whenever I want to achieve that hydrated, ultra-dewy complexion. Plus, the dose of hyaluronic acid and moringa oil keeps my dry, easily irritated skin happy all day long." — Flores