If You Buy Any Skin-Care Product This Month, Make It One of These Editor-Approved Picks

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission.

Imagine a world in which you believe, like the swarm of people ardently waiting for Disneyland to reopen, that the "happiest place on earth" couldn't possibly be relegated to the four walls that make up your bathroom. That a night of uninterrupted self-care with the season's best skin-care products can't induce the same unadulterated magic. No, dear reader, you know far better than that.

In fact, if it's this month's skin-care concoctions we're talking about, there's much more enlightenment to be had. There are exfoliating scrubs that will get your blood flowing like a slide down Splash Mountain! Brightening serums that lend a better glow than the fireworks behind the illustrious Castle (and with results that last far longer than the allotted 16 minutes!). You might not get any face-time with good ol' Cinderella, but who needs that when you've got a bedtime facial oil that keeps working even after the clock strikes midnight?

To help you sort through the crowd, we've asked editors to share their favorite new treatments, cleansers, face moisturizers, and other skin-care products worth trying this month. Don't worry, we won't make you wait in line or anything.

Summer Fridays Soft Reset AHA Exfoliating Solution
sephora.com

Summer Fridays Soft Reset AHA Exfoliating Solution

"With my acne-prone complexion, I need to gently exfoliate daily to keep breakouts at bay. I'm always looking for a chemical exfoliator to get the job done that won't dry out or irritate my sensitive skin. The Summer Fridays Soft Reset AHA Exfoliating Solution ($54) does just that. The powerful liquid solution uses a blend of AHAs and niacinamide to brighten and smooth uneven texture while also helping to keep my pores clear. I love how powerful yet gentle it is. As long as I follow up with a good moisturizer I can use it night after night." — Jessica Harrington, associate beauty editor

Rare Beauty Always an Optimist 4-In-1 Mist
sephora.com

Rare Beauty Always an Optimist 4-In-1 Mist

"Contrary to popular belief, my tendency to sing 'Lose You to Love Me' in the shower for months on end is not the sole reason behind my excitement for Selena Gomez's new beauty line, Rare. (Although I do love her makeup in that music video, and just about every other video of hers.) Instead, I admire her openness and dedication to mental health — in fact, one percent of all sales will go toward the Rare Impact Fund — and each launch perfectly emulates that. One of my favorite products, though, has to be this Rare Beauty Always an Optimist 4-In-1 Mist ($24). Not only does the name serve as a nice pick-me-up, but it also feels like an act of self-care with every spritz. The fact that it smells like a straight-up spa in a bottle — minus the fancy cucumber water — well, that's just the encore." — Kelsey Castañon, beauty director

Herbivore Pink Cloud Creamy Jelly Cleanser
sephora.com

Herbivore Pink Cloud Creamy Jelly Cleanser

"I'm obsessed with cleansers — my entire bathroom vanity is filled with different formulas that I use for different moods. Full-face of makeup to remove? Oil or balm cleanser. Morning refresh? Vitamin-C gel cleanser. Now, the Herbivore Pink Cloud Creamy Jelly Cleanser ($24) is on my permanent rotation — it's the perfect combo between a gel and an emulsion wash, and does the work of both. The vegan squalane lifts dirt, oil, makeup, and SPF from my pores, and the rose hydrosol and tremella mushroom help reinvigorate the skin's moisture barrier." — Aviel Kanter, associate director, Branded Content

Goopgenes All-in-One Nourishing Face Cream
sephora.com

Goopgenes All-in-One Nourishing Face Cream

"One of the things I dislike the most about applying face moisturizer is the heavy feeling so many products leave . . . especially if I've applied serums underneath them. With the Goopgenes All-in-One Nourishing Face Cream ($95) there's none of that. It starts off feeling like whipped cream but blends right in. I've been applying it in the mornings and it leaves my face with a nice dewy finish." — Rebecca Brown, contributor

Differin Detox + Soothe 2-Step Face Mask
amazon.com

Differin Detox + Soothe 2-Step Face Mask

"In this quarantine period, you either do the most or the absolute least with your beauty upkeep — and I, dear friends, fall so far on [the] latter spectrum it's not even funny. I'm cutting corners in the shower and my morning routine, and lean on multipurpose products to get the job done in half the time, which leads me to my introduction to Differin Detox + Soothe 2-Step Face Mask ($35). Technically, you're supposed to first use the left side (which is made with kaolin clay to soak up oil), let it sit for three minutes, rinse, then follow immediately with the right side (a soothing blend of blue tansy oil and allantoin meant to quell redness). But I've found it works just as well as a multimasking treatment, where I apply the first to just my T-zone and the other everywhere else. Spoiler alert: the results are just as glowy." — KC

PopBeauty Supreme C-Creme
popbeauty.com

PopBeauty Supreme C-Creme

"PopBeauty just launched an affordable skin-care line, and I'm totally hooked on the the brand's Supreme C-Creme ($12). The thick texture is so luxurious and the formula keeps my skin looking plump. It's not greasy or slippery, so you can slather it on even on hot days. This tube definitely competes for the top spot in my vanity among the expensive options I already own." — Macy Williams, senior editor, Shop

Eos the Hero Extra Dry Lip Treatment
evolutionofsmooth.com

Eos the Hero Extra Dry Lip Treatment

"At this point I'm not sure how many tubes of lip balm I have stashed away in every purse in my house, but the one I've been using the most lately is the Eos the Hero Extra Dry Lip Treatment ($5). I've been dealing with extremely dry, cracking lips lately, and every time I reach for this lip balm, it saves me with just a small swipe. It's super hydrating — it's made with shea butter and olive oil — and makes my lips feel soft and moisturized for hours, not to mention that I'm never left with a heavy, sticky feeling." — Danielle Jackson, assistant beauty editor

Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Serum
sephora.com

Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Serum

"Hyaluronic acid is probably my favorite skin-care ingredients because of [its] almost immediate plumping effect, and when you combine that with my favorite fruit — amazing things are bound to happen to my face. I'm already a major Glow Recipe stan, but I think I've fallen in love with the brand a little bit more with the launch of this new Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($42). It has a silky blend of kakadu plum, multiple hyaluronic acids, vegan silk protein, and vegan collagen to smooth lines and skin's texture. After application, my face feels plump, smooth, and ready for makeup application — and the cute bottle doesn't hurt, either." — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, associate editor, Makeup.com

Cocokind Daily SPF
cocokind.com

Cocokind Daily SPF

"I've become somewhat of a sunscreen fanatic over the last few years. (I'm convinced every beauty editor does, it's just a matter of time.) But not just any product will do — I'm really picky when it comes to my facial sunscreen formulas. I prefer mineral-based products that feel like I'm not wearing anything at all and layer well under makeup. The Cocokind Daily SPF ($24) checks all of those boxes. It provides SPF 32 protection with reef-safe zinc oxide, and even protects against blue light." — JH

Augustinus Bader The Face Oil
augustinusbader.com

Augustinus Bader The Face Oil

"Augustinus Bader has reached cult status for a reason: the products are that good. Every new launch makes skin-care enthusiasts salivate — myself included. I'm happy to report that the new Augustinus Bader The Face Oil ($230) lives up to expectations. It's a silky oil that absorbs fast, is packed with nourishing botanical ingredients like argan and babassu oils, and hydrates for hours and hours with just a few drops. It makes your skin feel like you just had a facial, which is something I could definitely use more of these days." — Dawn Davis, senior editorial director, Group Nine Media

Payot Roselift Collagène Regard
us.payot.com

Payot Roselift Collagène Regard

"I am Gossip Girl-levels of snob when it comes to eye cream, mostly because that area — being the extra sensitive B that it is — is unrelenting when it comes to rashes should I slather on anything with essential oils, fragrance, or the [like]. Luckily the Payot Roselift Collagène Regard ($48) is completely mild and not at all irritating, but still thick enough in consistency that it feels different from my face cream. I've been using the brightening formula for about two weeks now, and I've gotta say: I have a twinkle in my eye that could make even Blaire Waldorf jealous." — KC

Dr. Jart Ceramidin Body Lotion
us.drjart.com

Dr. Jart Ceramidin Body Lotion

"I've been a fan of Dr. Jart's Ceramidin line [for] just about forever — it's some of the most hydrating stuff you can get. Finally, the brand has branched out from the face and just released the Dr. Jart Ceramidin Body Lotion ($25). There are so many cool technical elements of this lotion I could go on and on about, like the Line Scatter Technology (a 3-step circulation system that helps maintain moisture in the skin) or the 5-Cera Complex and 5 Hyaluronic Acid Complex that work together to boost collagen. But when it comes down to it, the results speak for themselves — my chronically dry skin felt more supple and hydrated, and the lotion itself is lightweight but still substantial and luxurious." - AK

Peach & Lily Glass Skin Veil Mist
peachandlily.com

Peach & Lily Glass Skin Veil Mist

"Here's the thing: I love a good facial mist but up until like, last week, I didn't really think they had any major skin-care benefits to them. That was before trying the Peach & Lily Glass Skin Veil Mist ($29) and learning about its formula from founder Alicia Yoon. She explained to me that this new glass skin product (the second addition to the famous Glass Skin Refining Serum that she launched back in 2018) contains cucumber water, reishi mushroom, ceramides, and other skin-nourishing ingredients so you actually treat your skin with every spritz. I use it in the morning, in the afternoon, at night, before putting on a face mask (the cloth kind) — you name it." — JH

Perricone MD Hypoallergenic CBD Sensitive Skin Therapy Gentle Cleanser
ulta.com

Perricone MD Hypoallergenic CBD Sensitive Skin Therapy Gentle Cleanser

"I don't know about you, but maskne has gotten real for me lately. My jawline, chin, and around my nose area has been fighting me hard the past couple of weeks with pimples armored with pus. I was definitely in the market for something soothing for my skin, and this Perricone MD Hypoallergenic CBD Sensitive Skin Therapy Gentle Cleanser ($35) landed in my mailbox just in time. The formula uses 99 percent pure cannabidiol isolate to gently calm redness and inflammation while still giving my skin a deep clean. Thankfully, my maskne has definitely been tamed since I started incorporating this into my routine, and I plan to keep using it for mask-months to come." — AMK

Ghost Democracy Lightweight Daily Face Sunscreen SPF33
ghostdemocracy.com

Ghost Democracy Lightweight Daily Face Sunscreen SPF33

"As a dedicated retinol user who also has rosacea, I don't mess around when it comes to sun protection. While wearing mineral sunscreen every day is a nonnegotiable part of my routine, I do test out my fair share of SPFs. My current favorite? This Ghost Democracy Lightweight Daily Face Sunscreen SPF33 ($33). I kid you not, the 20 percent zinc oxide formula manages to feel totally weightless and absorbs into my skin, without a greasy film, at record speed. Plus, when I do decide to wear makeup (it's a rare occurrence these days), my foundation glides on top of the sunscreen perfectly and doesn't pill at all." — Samantha Holender, assistant beauty editor, Makeup.com

Too Cool For School Mineral Pink Salt Body Scrub
toocoolforschool.us

Too Cool For School Mineral Pink Salt Body Scrub

"Body scrubs are usually hit or miss for me because while they often do a good job of exfoliating the skin, they also tend to leave me feeling extremely dry afterward. What I love about the Too Cool For School Mineral Pink Salt Body Scrub
($24) is that it doubles as a body scrub and body wash to effectively scrub away any dead surface skin cells without stripping the skin. After every use my skin feels clean, soft, and moisturized. I'm also really into the relaxing essential oils scent, which makes every shower experience feel like my own at-home spa." — Genesis Rivas, assistant editor, Makeup.com

Mutha Face Oil
mutha.com

Mutha Face Oil

"Do you change your skin-care routine each season? I never used to until I became a beauty editor, and now I can't recommend it enough. During the warmer months I always use an SPF moisturizer (not to be confused with a moisturizer with SPF — I'm talking SPF 40+, daily) and a face oil at night. This Mutha Face Oil ($110) is a dream. It's lightweight and absorbs so quickly into my skin at night. It also doesn't aggravate my sensitive skin, like other face oils. Plus, it smells like I'm sleeping on a bed of flowers. Even my husband likes it." — Amanda Murray, director, Branded Content

SkinCeuticals Tripeptide-R Neck Repair
skinceuticals.com

SkinCeuticals Tripeptide-R Neck Repair

"Whenever a new neck cream comes out, I think about Nora Ephron's book, "I Feel Bad About My Neck," and start worrying about my own. But there's just something so extra about neck cream. I do my best to bring my serums and face cream down below my jawline, but the truth is I'm pretty negligent about my neck — and yes, I feel bad about it. Well, with the help of SkinCeuticals Tripeptide-R Neck Repair ($120) I'm making big changes. The texture is delightful (rich yet sinks in easily), and it contains retinol and glaucine to fight wrinkles and firm skin. It's so nice, I actually want to use it, and I'm starting to feel pretty good about my neck." — DD

Enough Project Essential Skin Korean Toner
amazon.com

Enough Project Essential Skin Korean Toner

"My skin is crazy sensitive, so I'm always on the hunt for simple formulas that go beyond simply soothing irritation — I want skin care that actually makes my complexion look dewier and feel softer, too. That's where Enough Project Essential Skin Korean Toner ($19) comes in. I've been using it for a few weeks now and it's quickly become one of my favorites. The vegan-friendly product is packed with beta-hyaluronic acid and panthenol, which leaves my skin feeling ridiculously smooth and moisturized. And the faint smell of lily and jasmine is phenomenal — it automatically puts me in a better mood." — SH

Mara Sea Vitamin C Sérum
themarabeauty.com

Mara Sea Vitamin C Sérum

"Mara and its facial oils are legendary, so I expected nothing less from the brand's new Sea Vitamin C Sérum ($96). The supercharged formula is infused with 15 percent THD ascorbate — a form of vitamin C — plus marine botanicals and fruit extracts to brighten your complexion for an all-over glow. It absorbs quickly and leaves skin feeling hydrated and instantly dewy. It's almost too good (and too pretty) to use. Almost." — JH

Altwell CBD Facial Serum
altwell.com

Altwell CBD Facial Serum

"As we head into the final days of summer, I've already started to feel the effects of cool, fall-like mornings and evenings on my skin. As the temperatures drop, dryness is inevitable for me, which is why I've been on the hunt for more moisturizing skin care. Enter the Altwell CBD Facial Serum ($100). Infused with rosehip seed and argan oils, this formula works to hydrate and soothe your skin while offering a moisturized glow. I also love that it's lightweight and absorbs really quickly into the skin, making it a great transitional product as the seasons change." — GR