What Skincare Products Do I Need?

Building a skincare routine from scratch can be intimidating. You may find yourself asking: “What are the best ingredients to treat my concerns?”, quickly followed up by “What are my skin concerns, exactly?”. Other things to consider: Your skin type, your needs (do you want a minimalist routine or one that’s fully stocked?), the climate, and your age. These factors can all help determine the right skincare products for you. We recommend taking our Skin Decoder quiz to find out the answers to these questions and get a personalized routine based on your complexion. You can also scroll through our Shop All page to explore our complete skincare store, from the basics (cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and sunscreen) to special treatments (serums, masks, and tools). Don’t forget bodycare either, like body oils, lip moisturizers, and bacne sprays.

The Best Skincare Products to Try

No matter the product or ingredient, the most essential part of any skincare routine is the result. You want cruelty-free and vegan skincare, yes, but it also has to actually work. You can find that out before you buy skincare online by taking a peek at consumer perception trial results, community reviews, awards, before and after photos, or simply shopping best sellers and top-rated items. Our most-loved items are the ones our community can’t stop restocking. The Dew Point Moisturizing Gel-Cream is our best-selling moisturizer, appreciated for its lightweight hydration that doesn’t leave behind any greasy residue or cause breakouts. For exfoliation, try our top-rated tool: Instant Gratification At-Home Dermaplaning Tool. It removes layers of dead skin cells and facial hair with ease, leaving behind a brighter, softer complexion in minutes. If you’re looking for best-selling serums and treatments, try The Shortcut Overnight Facial, Doctor’s Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask, or Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum. All three deliver visible results when it comes to aging skin, acne, and dark spots.

The Best Skincare Ingredients to Treat Your Concerns

Here you’ll also find a wide variety of products containing scientifically-backed, skin-safe, and community-tested skincare ingredients. You’ll see favorites like hyaluronic acid, retinol, niacinamide, and salicylic acid but you may also come across a newer ingredient you’ve never tried before, such as tranexamic acid, blue tansy, and microcrystalline. The best ingredients for you will come down to your skin type and concerns. Those focused on dryness should look for squalane, vitamin E, and marula oil. If you’re oily or acne-prone, keep an eye out for sulfur, zinc, and BHAs. Aging skin (or those focused on premature aging) would benefit from antioxidants, peptides, and retinol while dull skin (including those ridden with hyperpigmentation and post-acne marks) should opt for AHAs, vitamin C, and bearberry extract.