These Are the 18 New Beauty Products Our Editors Can't Put Down for April

I've always been low-key afraid of retinol — I'm not quite sure why, but I have had stress dreams about high school me trying one out right before prom and ending up with red, flaky skin. But my friends at Algenist convinced me to try this vegan Elevate Advanced Retinol Serum. My love for the brand's liquid collagen is well-documented, but I've started cheating on that product for this retinol. I rarely seen skincare results as fast as I do with this bad boy — within about 10 days, my breakouts have ceased, and my overall face texture has seriously improved. I've actually stopped wearing foundation on the weekend. I'm telling all my friends to spend their tax returns on this serum. — Alaina Demopoulos, editorial assistant, beauty

Overnight masks are becoming a quick trend, but half the time, we're left wondering what makes them any different than, you know, a night cream. Kiehl's Ginger Leaf & Hibiscus Firming Mask ($54) actually feels like a velvety, luxurious mask that you don't have to wash off before bed. You don't need much because it's a thick formula that smooths onto the skin like butter. The point of this mask is to smooth fine lines and firm the skin, so feel free to multitask while you're hitting the hay. — Kirbie Johnson, host, writer and senior video reporter

My new facialist at Heyday introduced me to this spa-only brand (hi, Jenna!). She sent me home with a sample of its Hydrating Enzyme Mask to exfoliate my supersensitive and incredibly dry skin — I'm talking desert-level dry, and, no, I'm not exaggerating. I loved it, but I wanted something a little more multitasking, so I moved on to the new Image Skincare Vital C Hydrating Overnight Masque ($55, on sale April 12). It's a clear gel, so there won't be any stains on your pillowcase, with mild versions of exfoliating and brightening vitamin C and blue-green algae extract and smoothing minerals. When I wake up in the morning, not only do I feel superaccomplished because I masked in my sleep (how boss lady of me), my dry skin also looks less red and more supple. — Alessandra Foresto, director, Voices

I'm a sucker for all things iridescent, so this Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Cosmic Crystal Liquid Lip ($24) has my heart. The prismatic gloss reflects and amplifies surrounding light, making your pout look downright magical. I apply it on its own or on top of my favorite pink lipstick. Did I mention the bottle is beyond Instagram-worthy? It's mesmerizing." — Macy Cate Williams, assistant editor, Shop

I might just be one of Drunk Elephant's biggest fans. The brand's clean and soothing products seem to be the ones that don't break me out. I've been using its original eye cream for years, which focuses on hydrating and antiaging; but I flipped out when I heard they were releasing this new Drunk Elephant C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream ($64). It's different than my current one because the vitamin C complex helps target damage and dark circles. I won't trade in my old one just yet, though. I plan on using one in the morning and one at night. — Krista Jones, assistant editor, Shop

I've always been a fan of GLAMGLOW's firming peel-off masks, and the brand's new collaboration with My Little Pony has yielded some intense, incredible colors — filled with glitter! I'm partial to the hot pink GLAMGLOW x My Little Pony #Glittermask Gravitymud Firming Treatment ($59), but any of the colors would make a fun addition to your skincare regimen. — Brinton Parker, assistant editor, Trending

Coachella is nigh, folks, which means I'm curating a bag full of travel-size beauty products to take with me. (Granted, the bag is gallon-size, but I digress.) Supergoop teamed up with designer Milly on this limited-edition packaging of Defense Refresh ($12 for 1 oz.). It's a great way to refresh your SPF coverage throughout the day while also giving your makeup a re-up, and since I can only wear powder makeup in the desert, this helps give me a dewy glow, too. — Kirbie

Confession: I've been wearing the same foundation since I was 14. It's an old-school department store staple that's not that sexy, but it is reliable, so I stick with it because change is hard, y'all. I decided to switch it up with this Ilia True Skin Foundation Serum ($54), because I love the brand's makeout-proof lip crayon. I think my decision to bring this base home was divine intervention. This rosehip, jojoba, and marula oil-packed skincare/makeup hybrid both treats redness and fine lines while providing a medium, dewy coverage. Since I started using it, everyone's asked me what I did to improve my skin. One friend even called me a "poreless wonder!" TBH, I'd bathe in this base if my tiny, ex-tenement apartment had a bathtub. — AD

I know, I know, this is boujie as hell. But if you're going to splurge on a product, one that is coveted by A-listers and regular ol' plebians like myself, and you want something that will hydrate your dry, dull skin without leaving an oily finish, make it La Mer's new The Moisturizing Cool Gel Cream ($170 for 1 oz.). I've been using it during the day, after before applying my SPF, because it absorbs nicely but keeps my skin feeling bouncing and luminous — even if hell breaks loose at the office. It works as a nice primer for my makeup and includes all the great ingredients I've come to love from the original Créme de la Mer. — Kirbie

A few weeks back, I got to work with Patrick Ta, and one thing we kind of went buckwild about was highlighter and cheek palettes. They're so smart, because both products are meant to give you a glow, and they complement each other nicely. Urban Decay has a new Afterglow palette — Sin ($39) — which is inspired by their bestselling highlighter shade of the same name. The palette includes three cult shades and three new ones. Mix both the blush and highlight together for a unique DIY look, and get ready to blush and shine throughout the night. — Kirbie

I'll be coating my body in this Alien Flora Futura Eau de Toilette Spray ($84) all Summer long. The mix of spicy and sweet is half urban sophisticate, half 2000s mall girl, and I mean that in the most complimentary way. — AD

When Spring rolls around, so do my floral fragrances. This season, I'll be spritzing on the new (first-ever) fragrance from "Leisurée" brand Lively. Its new scent, Jasmine.Sea.Sun ($55) smells like sunshine in a damn bottle. It boasts top notes of sea salt, lychee, and mandarin. The heart blooms into fresh jasmine petals, and it dries down to a nice blend of sandalwood and whipped musk. It's the perfect extra hint of confidence that you need to top off any date night or beach day. — Aimee Simeon, social media editor and contributing writer

It's April, but the weather in NYC is confused: it's forecast to snow during the inaugural week of Spring's first month. Likewise, the undulating temperatures are stressing my skin out. That's why I can't stop reaching for this Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Lotion ($44). It's a lightweight cream that's perfect for anyone with acne-prone skin who also experiences patches of dryness around culprit areas like the lips and nose. On top of all that, this sweetly scented mixture of rosehip oil, shea butter, and honey naturally depuffs the face. — AD

Sea salt spray works wonders for some, but on my hair it can only wreak havoc. The salty mist typically feels like gooey junk on my naturally coarse hair. So when I want to achieve those sexy, slept-in waves, I usually reach for texture spray. I recently discovered Joico's new Beach Shake Texturizing Spray ($17) and, y'all, I am obsessed. This superfine mist adds body, texture, and defines waves without making you feel like a salty mess. Just spray some on, tussle your hair, and your waves will be revived. It also has an incredible coconut scent that smells like a glorious beach day. — AS

Fact: good makeup gets even better in chubby stick form. There's just something my instant gratification-loving millennial self can't resist about a swipeable cosmetics. That's exactly why I'm hyperventilating over the release of this Josie Maran Argan Moonstone Stick ($25, available later this month). It's a stick version of Josie's popular, celestial Moonstone Drops Priming and Highlighting Oil ($48). This chubby is made with 100 percent pure argan oil, vitamin E, mango butter, rosehip and lavender essential oils, which work together to smooth over your complexion and totally uplift your morning routing. Along with priming the face, it also gives you an instant natural flush that will help you channel your inner Coachella girl — even if you can't spring for a pricey festival pass. — AD

Hi, my name is Aimee, and I love me some Real Technique brushes. More than half the brushes in my large collection are from the brand, and now I'm adding three more. Real Techniques is launching its new RTist Brushes exclusively online at www.realtechniques.com starting April 2. The new line features a foundation, finish, and powder brushes for the seasoned makeup-lover. Each brush has superdense bristles that allow a smooth application every time. Whether you're just building out your makeup kit or literally can't stop buying new makeup brushes, these are 100 percent worth having. — AS

What more can I say about this Fun Sexy Hair Mermaid Glow Getter ($13), other than it gives you sea-blue shimmering roots? If you don't want that in you life, we probably can't be friends. If I were a normal human, I'd say I love to slather this temporary glitter over my roots before a night out or concert, but TBH my extra-as-hell self puts it on before work, too. The formula is extremely easy to work with, so you can comb it over your strands for some nice shiny highlight action, add it to the bottom of your hair for a glitter ombré (glombré?) effect, or throw some onto your brows because why the f*ck not? —AD

I bought a bigger clutch so it could fit this Wander Beauty Catch the Light Highlighter and Glowtion ($34) into my going-out bag. It's my new favorite on-the-go, touch-up product, because just one swipe of this pearl highlighter stick conditions, smooths, and cools your complexion while providing an amazing hint of bronze. The formula is superblendable, meaning you can do your makeup in the Uber and show up to your party not looking like you, well, did your makeup in an Uber. What's inside this magical Glowtion? Glad you asked: a mixture of lavender, aloe, safflower, vitamin E, and ginseng, all of which are responsible for the soothing treatment this swiper leaves on your beautiful face. —AD