Best Skin Care Products From Reddit
12 Reddit-Approved Skin Care Picks That Will Make Your Complexion Glow
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Reddit is a wealth of information for everything from DIY tips to dank memes. But you may not have considered using it as a skin care shopping resource. Believe it when we say that you're missing out! Redditors around the world have vetted and reviewed countless products, including masks, moisturizers, and serums. They've put serious research into some of these formulas, so if you're low on time, it's worth trusting their top picks. Read on! We've scoured the popular subreddits /r/SkincareAddiction and /r/AsianBeauty to find 12 treatments you should try.
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid
Acne-prone beauties of Reddit swear that this serum is a skin-saving miracle. The active ingredients consist of exfoliating salicylic acid and green tea, which work together to shrink pores, banish blemishes, and soothe redness.
Buy it: Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid ($29)
La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid Broad Spectrum SPF 50 For Face
Redditors in particular laud the European version of this formula, which contains Tinosorb S, a chemical sunscreen that has not yet been approved by the FDA. However, regardless of which version of this product you track down, this is approved by Redditors across the globe for providing powerful UVA/UVB protection without irritating sensitive skin.
Buy it: La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid Broad Spectrum SPF 50 For Face ($34)
The Body Shop Sumptuous Camomile Cleansing Butter
This gentle yet deep cleansing formula is beloved by dry-complected women (including those prone to breakouts!) for its calming scent and moisturizing texture. "My biggest surprise was how easily it melted off mascara and eye makeup with no stinging or irritation," noted Redditor seasaltsweets.
Buy it: The Body Shop Sumptuous Camomile Cleansing Butter ($16)
Vaseline Pure Petroleum Jelly
Though it may sound counterintuitive, many Redditors are obsessed with covering their complexions with a thick layer of Vaseline every night to achieve clear, glowing skin. Try it as a spot treatment on deep, painful cysts: women have reported seeing both dramatic reductions in size and redness of their acne. Others have found that Vaseline makes their whiteheads rise to the skin's surface as they sleep, so they can just wipe them away in the morning.
Buy it: Vaseline Pure Petroleum Jelly ($4)
Pond's Rejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream
In addition to exfoliating lactic acid, this moisturizer's formula includes silicones, which traps hydration in the skin. Bonus: it's ultra-affordable.
Buy it: Pond's Rejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream ($8)
Holy Snails Shark Sauce
"Shark Sauce is straight up magic. It's my holiest of holy grails," declared Reddit user KateTheMonster. This treatment was developed by a chemistry-loving Redditor who saw a void in the skin care market. She whipped up this potion, which includes hyperpigmentation-fading niacinamide, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and soothing licorice root.
Buy it: Holy Snails Shark Sauce ($29)
Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask
This effervescent clay treatment is responsible for the surge in popularity of bubble mask selfies. Just smooth it onto a dry face and watch as a thick, luxurious (and hilarious) foam appears. Then massage the formula into your skin and rinse it away to clearer skin with smaller pores.
Buy it: Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask ($11)
Avène Antirougeurs Redness Relief Soothing Cream SPF 25
Not only are skin-savvy Redditors a fan of this product, but Avène is hailed as a complexion must have by supermodels around the world. We've seen many models' faces close up — and they're as flawless as they appear to be on the runway — so we're stocking up on this.
Buy it: Avène Antirougeurs Redness Relief Soothing Cream SPF 25 ($36)
3M Nexcare Acne Absorbing Covers
These genius stickers absorb pus and oil so well, you might find yourself skipping your favorite spot treatment. "Within two days I had gone from a 'soon to erupt' bump to completely gone," reported Reddit user ph33rsockmonkey. "On a scale of 1 to awesome I would put this in a definite MUST HAVE. 10/10."
Buy it: 3M Nexcare Acne Absorbing Covers ($8)
Simple Hydrating Ultra Light Gel Moisturizer
This clear gel formula provides a burst of featherlight hydration that even superoily skin can handle. "I love it . . . it sits really well under my makeup and I cannot feel it at all after applying it," remarked Reddit user frostedhorns.
Buy it: Simple Hydrating Ultra Light Gel Moisturizer ($8)
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré
Makeup artists and models alike are major fans of the way this French formula feels on skin and sits under makeup, so it's no surprise that Redditors love it, too. "I actually love the Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentre for Fall/Winter/Spring," explained Reddit user cinderr. "I have pretty reactive, acne-prone skin, and I've never had an issue with it. This is one of the only moisturizers that hasn't made my skin freak out!"
Buy it: Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré ($28)
Kanebo Evita Beauty Whip
This beautiful cleanser went viral earlier this year thanks to its unusual, rose-shaped foam. However, you'll have to go to Japan unless you're willing to shell out serious cash on it — it's going for upwards of $65 on eBay.
Buy it: Kanebo Evita Beauty Whip (prices vary)
