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A lot of the time, skincare can feel like a gamble. You have to start with an investment of both time and money in the hopes that a given formula will do what it says it will, whether that’s to tone down dark circles or clear up a case of bacne. But the risk doesn’t always pay off—and when that happens, you get stuck with a dud only to be left at square one, searching for a product that actually lives up to the hype. If you’ve got a pile of half-used products under your bathroom sink, join the club!

This is all to say: All anyone really wants out of their cleanser, serum, and SPF is results. To make that dream a reality, we went straight to a panel of experts (top dermatologists, to be exact) for our annual Women’s Health Healthy Skin Awards. Alongside the WH beauty team, they’re sharing their input on the tried-and-true products that they both recommend to patients and use themselves.

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Also: Since your skin concerns are unique to you, we’ve divvied up our winners according to skin type. Whether you’re working with sensitive skin, looking to calm rosacea, or seeking the perfect sunscreen for oily skin, you’ve got options. With that, keep scrolling to see which products are worth adding to your arsenal—and get ready to glow.

Dry Skin / Normal Skin / Oily Skin / Acne-Prone Skin / Sensitive Skin / Specialized Treatments

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Dry Skin

Max out your moisture with formulas designed to replenish, nourish, and protect.

Best Cleanser
Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion
Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion
$25 at Ulta Beauty

“This cleansing gel uses a combination of postbiotics (which help with skin barrier function and hydration) and thermal spring water with anti-inflammatory and soothing properties to remove dirt and oil. It's great as part of a double-cleanse routine: Use this first and a creamy wash second to lock in moisture.” — Dr. Gohara

Best Toner
Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Toner
fresh Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Toner

“This toner is great for hydration. It is a a well-formulated toner that helps restore the skin’s PH balance, applies smoothly, and feels really hydrating with no tight or drying feeling afterwards. And the packaging is unique and attractive.” — Dr. Hartman

Best Exfoliator
Jelly Glow Peel
Bliss Jelly Glow Peel

“This uses natural fruit exfoliants that chemically break the bonds between dead and dry skin cells, but what makes it so good for dry skin is that there are more than three moisture-improving ingredients to help dry skin types: hyaluronic acid, vitamin B3, and vitamin B5.” — Dr. Nazarian

Best Serum
HA Immerse Serum
Alastin HA Immerse Serum

“This is not your average hyaluronic acid serum. It is not only formulated with high-molecular, cross-linked HA, like the natural HA found in your skin, but it also uses a unique peptide technology, which increases the absorption of the HA and also boosts your skin's ability to create even more HA. While most HA serums have the desired plumping effect, this HA serum also has another superstar ingredient called glycerin, which is ideal for dry skin.” — Dr. Levin

Best Eye Cream
Ceramighty AF Eye Balm
Drunk Elephant Ceramighty AF Eye Balm

“This works wonders for the undereyes and makes the area feel so much softer and more hydrated. The formula has such a creamy, just-right consistency that's not too thick, not too watery, and easy to spread.” — Jackson

Best SPF
Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Lotion
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

“Blue Lizard has been trusted by dermatologist for years. This sunscreen is designed specifically for sensitive skin; the formula is hydrating and well-tolerated by even the most dry, sensitive skin types.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best Moisturizer
Barrier+ Skin Barrier Niacinamide Restoring Gel Cream
Skinfix Barrier+ Skin Barrier Niacinamide Restoring Gel Cream

“This has a super-light texture with great hydration, making it especially good for sensitive skin.” — Dr. Marmur

Best Mask
Hydro Boost Moisturizing & Hydrating 100% Hydrogel Sheet Face Mask
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Moisturizing & Hydrating 100% Hydrogel Sheet Face Mask

“This mask, which is made with a hydrogel (not paper), comes in two pieces so it really contours to the face. It contains hyaluronic acid, which is known for its hydrating properties, so it’s a great mask for dry skin.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best Device
Micro-Mist Infusing Device
Droplette Skincare Micro-Mist Infusing Device

“Working as a delivery system using a gentle mist to help improve penetration of key ingredients, this device helps to optimize results which is especially important for ingredients that are often too large to penetrate on their own, such as collagen, which Droplette includes as one of the capsules. This can help to improve overall hydration, making it a great option for those with dry skin, without concern for irritation. It has been suggested that Droplette allows for the delivery of molecules up to 10,000 times larger than what can otherwise be absorbed topically.” — Dr. Garshik

Best Spot Treatment
Mighty Patch Original Acne Pimple Patches
Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Original Acne Pimple Patches

“This gentle hydrocolloid patch is almost invisible and blends with every skin color, and protects you from picking your pimple, minimizing risk of scarring or hyperpigmentation.” — Dr. Kim

Best Body Wash
Nourishing Body Wash with Vitamin B3 and Hyaluronic Acid
Olay Nourishing Body Wash with Vitamin B3 and Hyaluronic Acid
Now 20% Off

“These days, I don't want to shower using anything but this body wash. The bottle has a pump that makes it super easy to use, and the product itself is so moisturizing that it eliminates that tight and dry feeling you sometimes get as soon as you step out of the tub.” — Jackson

Best Body Lotion
Clinical Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue Hand And Body Lotion
Vaseline Clinical Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue Hand And Body Lotion

“This product has a great combo of both a humectant (glycerin, which pulls in water) and occlusive emollient to lock in the moisture and prevent evaporation. It's a heavy-duty moisturizer but absorbs very quickly.”— Dr. Nazarian

Beauty Bar
Dove Beauty Bar
Now 18% Off

“Dove's original bar soap may look like a regular bar of soap, but is actually more of a non-soap cleanser made with moisturizing cream. It is still the number one bar soap dermatologists recommend and use.” — Dr. Levin

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Normal Skin

The secret here is to maintain the status quo—and these thoughtful products do just that.

Best Cleanser
Unscented, Liquid Cleanser
Vanicream Unscented, Liquid Cleanser

“This fantastic cleanser is gentle yet robust, and great for every skin type. It removes sweat, sunscreen, and all the pollutants from the day without overstripping your skin.” — Dr. Kim

Best Toner
Shaant Refining Toner
Codex Beauty Shaant Refining Toner

“I love this toner, which uses Ayurvedic principles to treat common skin conditions. It gently unclogs pores, reduces redness, and exfoliates with polyhydroxy acid and gluconolacctone.” — Underwood

Best Exfoliator
Pro 11.8% AHA, BHA, PHA Liquid Exfoliant - 4 fl oz
Bliss Pro 11.8% AHA, BHA, PHA Liquid Exfoliant - 4 fl oz

“Containing a blend of exfoliating acids, including glycolic acid, salicylic acid and gluconolactone, this rinse-off formulation works to brighten and smooth the skin by helping to eliminate dead skin cells. The Pro3 Soothing Antioxidant Complex containing resveratrol, chamomile and ceramide NG helps to nourish and soothe the skin, minimizing the potential for irritation. Together it works to improve skin tone and texture, while also reducing dullness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”— Dr. Garshick

Best Serum
Sunday Morning Antioxidant Oil-Serum
Versed Sunday Morning Antioxidant Oil-Serum

“This innovative hybrid oil helps with brightening and keeps skin looking radiant. Due to its antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties, it’s a great choice for those with acne-prone skin who might otherwise skip out on oils or thick moisturizers, as well as those with sensitive skin looking for an added layer of skin conditioning.” — Dr. Hartman

Best Eye Cream
Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate Matrix Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate Matrix Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex

“A blend of peptides, hyaluronic acid, and vitmain E soften fine lines around the eyes. But the part part is the custom-designed stainless steel applicator wand, which soothes away puffiness.” — Underwood

Best SPF
Anthelios UV Correct SPF 70 Daily Face Sunscreen
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UV Correct SPF 70 Daily Face Sunscreen

“This provides great UV protection while offering the additional skin benefit of anti-aging ingredients. Niacinamide and antioxidants work together to minimize signs of sun damage. It is light, cosmetically elegant, and easy to layer—and it blends into all skin tones.” — Dr. Gohara

Best Moisturizer
Magic Cream Moisturizer
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer

“The combo of peptides, anti-inflammatory oils, and hydrating vitamins balances moisture in the skin and improves the skin barrier, making skin healthier. It's a great “everything in one” moisturizing product.” — Dr. Nazarian

Best Mask
EltaMD Skin Recovery Night Mask
elta md EltaMD Skin Recovery Night Mask

“The nighttime skincare routine is focused on helping skin repair and regenerate itself. The Elta night mask enhances our skin's natural cycles with antioxidants and a unique amino acid complex to further hydrate and repair the skin barrier overnight.” — Dr. Nazarian

TheraFace PRO
Therabody TheraFace PRO

“Talk about one-and-one: This device combines Therabody's signature percussive to relax tension with microcurrent, light therapy, and deep clenasing. Plus, the unique ring system allows you to easily switch between all of those modalities. Genius!” — Underwood

Best Spot Treatment
Hydro Stars
Starface Hydro Stars

“I love the idea of treating your acne with these positive patches, which also help them go away faster.” — Dr. Marmur

Essentials Ultra Moisturizing Body Wash
Arm & Hammer Essentials Ultra Moisturizing Body Wash

“This body wash effectively cleanses while also nourishing the skin to leave the skin looking and feeling healthy and refreshed. Formulated without parabens or dyes, this product is also vegan.” — Dr. Garshick

Slather Exfoliating Body Serum
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum

“This milky, body serum exfoliates dead skin and clogged pores for soft skin. It addresses visible roughness, dry patches, bumps, scales, dullness, and flakiness. A product like this with so many active ingredients can sometimes have an odor, but Slather has no smell at all!” — Dr. Hartman

Bar Soap
native Bar Soap

“Some people prefer a bar soap—and this one is gentle, as well as vegan, cruelty-free, and made without sulfates or parabens. Plus, it smells nice.” — Dr. Marmur

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Oily Skin

These expert picks help manage excess oil without sapping skin of moisture, striking just the right balance.

Best Cleanser
Foaming Facial Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin
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“It starts as a gel and transforms into a thick foam as you lather up. It’s good enough to remove any trace of makeup and dirt from the face, and thanks to the addition of hyaluronic acid, it won’t cause excessive dryness.” — Jackson

Best Toner
Balancing Force Oil Control Toner
OLEHENRIKSEN Balancing Force Oil Control Toner
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“This uses a blend of exfoliating and refining ingredients to sweep away dead skin, unclog pores, and clarify the complexion. With continued use, this toner will prevent breakouts and leave the skin looking fresh and healthy.” — Dr. Hartman

Best Exfoliator
Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
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“This is a unique, patented two-step peel pad that works great for oily and acne-prone skin. It contains seven different acids, including glycolic acid and salicylic acid, to provide effective chemical exfoliation—but is still safe enough to be used daily in people with the oily skin.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best Serum
Pure Retinol Face Serum with Vitamin B3
La Roche-Posay Pure Retinol Face Serum with Vitamin B3
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“The combination of oil-reducing retinol with a calming and anti-inflammatory vitamin make this a great choice for oily skin. It’s also fast-absorbing, non-comedogenic, and oil-free.” — Dr. Nazarian

Best Eye Cream
Hydro Grip Eyeshadow and Concealer Primer
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Eyeshadow and Concealer Primer
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“It's not just to make your eyeshadow look good! I love this primer as a moisturizer alone with its hyaluronic acid, aloe, blue agave, and niacinamide—and without all of the bad things that irritate the eyelids.” — Dr. Marmur

Best SPF
R&R Sun Serum
Undefined Beauty R&R Sun Serum
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“This SPF addresses two of my biggest pet peeves about mineral facial sunscreens handily. 1.) It goes on sheer with no white cast. 2.) It's slightly tinted to blend into skin, but the color never transfers. This has been my go-to since it launched a few months ago.” – Underwood

Best Moisturizer
Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer
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“As a lightweight oil-free gel moisturizer, this mattifying moisturizer absorbs easily while reducing shine and oiliness. Formulated with ceramides, niacinamide, glycerin and prebiotic thermal water, it helps to strengthen the skin barrier, provides all day hydration and soothes the skin. It is non-comedogenic so won’t clog the pores.” — Dr. Garshick

Best Mask
Skin Purifying Mask
Proactiv Skin Purifying Mask
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“It's the perfect combo of 6% sulfur, which decreases oil production, and clay to remove surface oils, but also leaves skin feeling smooth. It manages to walk the line between oil-reducing, but not over-drying.” — Dr. Nazarian

Best Tool
Dermapore Ultrasonic Pore Extractor & Serum Infuser
DERMAFLASH Dermapore Ultrasonic Pore Extractor & Serum Infuser
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“This is a great (and oddly satisfying) way to get all of the dirt and gunk out of your pores when you maybe don't have time to get a professional treatment done. It has a curved spatula to offer you some aid in hard-to-reach places like the corners of your nose—the result is skin that looks ten times clearer.” — Jackson

Best Spot Treatment/Pimple Patch
Cover & Conquer Blemish Patch
Bioré Cover & Conquer Blemish Patch
Now 17% Off
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“The kids these days love experimenting with pimple patches in all kinds of funky designs. Me, I prefer something a touch more discreet, which is why I love these clear patches. They help blemishes health and prevent scarring and no one but you will even know you're wearing one.” —Underwood

Best Body Wash
The Perfector Salicylic Acid Skin Smoothing Body Wash
Naturium The Perfector Salicylic Acid Skin Smoothing Body Wash
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“It's strong enough to unclog pores and get rid of dead skin, yet gentle enough to use daily without causing dryness—and it even doubles as a face wash.” — Jackson

Best Body Lotion
Daily Moisturizing Lotion for Dry Skin
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion for Dry Skin
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“This classic drugstore lotion is affordable and effective at keeping the body soft and moisturized. It's a must-have for fall and winter.” — Dr. Kim

Best Bar Soap
Exfoliating Body Soap
OffCourt Exfoliating Body Soap
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"I know that people have pretty complicated feelings about bar soap these days, but this do-it-all soap is pretty special since it's specifically targeted to people with active lifestyles. It washes away any trace of sweat and bacteria without stripping or drying the skin." — Jackson

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Acne-Prone Skin

Your forecast says clear days ahead with this breakout-busting lineup, which tackle zits without drying out skin.

Best Cleanser
Mild Gel Cleanser
Glytone Mild Gel Cleanser
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“This oil-free cleanser uses my favorite alpha-hydroxy acid, glycolic acid, to gently cleanse—but it's pH-balanced, so not irritating. The exfoliation is great for preventing acne breakouts.” — Dr. Nazarian

Best Toner
NUDESKIN 5% Citrus Fruit & Glycolic Glow Toner
NUDESTIX NUDESKIN 5% Citrus Fruit & Glycolic Glow Toner
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“A blend of glycolic acid to refine skin and even its texture plus fruit acids to provide an antioxidant means you'll be getting your glow on with every single swipe.” — Underwood

Best Exfoliator
Gommage Yon-Ka Exfoliating Gel Peel
Yon-Ka Gommage Yon-Ka Exfoliating Gel Peel

“Nothing beats the signature scent of Yon-ka exfoliator—or the way it leaves your skin soft and hydrated. Try this once a week in the shower.” — Dr. Marmur

Best Serum
Pure Vitamin C Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid & Salicylic Acid
La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid & Salicylic Acid
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“This vitamin C serum also has salicylic acid, which is a beneficial ingredient for breakouts. It’s non-comedogenic and an excellent choice for people looking for a vitamin C serum for acne-prone skin.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best Eye Cream
Retinol Eye Stick
Peace Out Retinol Eye Stick
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“This stick makes using an undereye cream slightly more fun. It's super easy to use, does its job of hydrating and firming the area, and glides smoothly on the skin without dragging.” — Jackson

Best SPF
UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
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“This sunscreen's clear finish makes it compatible with all skin tones, while niacinamide helps to bring down inflammation associated with acne. My acne-prone patients appreciate the light texture, which is also non-comedogenic.” — Dr. Gohara

Best Moisturizer
The Water Cream Oil-Free Pore Minimizing Moisturizer
Tatcha The Water Cream Oil-Free Pore Minimizing Moisturizer
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“It's a light moisturizer that gently hydrates the skin without feeling heavy or suffocating.” — Dr. Kim

Best Mask
Acne All Star 3-1 Acne Spot Treatment Cleanser & Mask
TULA Acne All Star 3-1 Acne Spot Treatment Cleanser & Mask
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“This multitasker can be used as a face cleanser, face mask or spot treatment, making it convenient and easy to use. Formulated with sulfur to help reduce breakouts and prevent acne, it also contains willowbark, green tea and sea water to help purify, soothe and tone. As a mask it can be applied to clean skin for 15 minutes and then rinsed away.” — Dr. Garshick

Best Tool
Espada Acne Clearing Blue Light Pen
Foreo Espada Acne Clearing Blue Light Pen

“The combination of bacteria-busting blue light and sonic pulsation destroys acne deep in pores and on the surface. Even better, with regular use, you'll prevent future breakouts from forming.” — Underwood

Best Spot Treatment/Pimple Patch
EradiKate Acne Mark Fading Gel
Kate Somerville EradiKate Acne Mark Fading Gel
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“This slightly herbal scented gel is fantastic: It combines proven acne fighter salicylic acid with a probiotic complex and niacinamide to restore skin's barrier and minimize the appearance of acne scars in as little as three days.” — Underwood

Best Body Wash
Acne Creamy Wash Benzoyl Peroxide 4% Daily Control
PanOxyl Acne Creamy Wash Benzoyl Peroxide 4% Daily Control
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“I recommend this body wash to my patients who have acne on the chest and back. It is a non-drying, creamy formula that contains benzoyl peroxide, which is extremely effective at controlling acne. It can be used in the shower once or twice daily and works great for body acne.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best Body Lotion
Soothing & Cooling Aloe Vera Daily Body Moisturizer
Urban Hydration Soothing & Cooling Aloe Vera Daily Body Moisturizer
Now 33% Off
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“Acne-prone skin can be sensitive, too, and this moisturizer with aloe is lightweight and reduces inflammation.” — Dr. Marmur

Best Body Bar
Acne Body Bar
Proactiv Acne Body Bar
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“It's great and easy to use in the shower—as it's a round, easy-to-grip bar—and has both salicylic acid, which is fantastic for treating and preventing acne, and bamboo powder, which gently exfoliates to improve acne marks and prevent clogging of pores. It also has a massaging side with knobs to knead skin.” — Dr. Nazarian

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Sensitive Skin

Keep your skin comfy with these formulas that baby the skin barrier and protect it from irritants.

Best Cleanser
Hydrating Facial Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
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“This is a tried-and-true dermatologist favorite. It’s a gentle cleanser that cleanses the skin without drying. It’s well-tolerated by even the most sensitive skin types and contains ceramides, which help restore and maintain the skin barrier.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best Toner
Phyto Corrective Essence Hydrating Mist
SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Essence Hydrating Mist
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“It's a botanical blend of soothing extracts with hyaluronic acid and glycerin, which help enhance hydration, maintain skin's moisture levels, and strengthen the skin's barrier—making it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.” — Dr. Levin

Best Exfoliator
Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment
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“Slather this on at night before bed, and wake up with glowier skin. It pairs a powerful refining complex of 2.5% alpha hydroxy acid with hydrating hyaluronic acid, redness reducing niacinmide, and watermelon enzymes.” — Underwood

Best Serum
B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid

“This serum is vegan and formulated without essential oils, silicones, and fragrance. It is a lightweight, hydrating serum that replenishes the complexion and improves the look of skin texture and tone. It provides easily absorbed hydration for your skin, helps to reduce fine lines, and promote firm skin.” — Dr. Hartman

Best Eye Cream
Total Eye Firm & Repair Cream
Colorescience Total Eye Firm & Repair Cream
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“As the newest eye cream from Colorescience, this hydrating cream uses humectants such as glycerin and sea buckthorn fruit oil, emollients such as meadowfoam seed oil and squalane to support the skin barrier and improve the overall texture of the undereye skin. It also incorporates the Total Eye Complex which works to firm the undereye skin and improve discoloration, as well as caffeine which helps to reduce overall puffiness. It is safe even for those with sensitive skin as it is free of parabens, phthalates and synthetic fragrance.” — Dr. Garshick

Best SPF
Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
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“This brand was formulated for the most sensitive skin. Patients with eczema or a reactive barrier can benefit from mineral sunscreen formulations—but not all are easy to wear daily due to the white chalky cast they leave behind. This particular brand gives reprieve to the barrier by just coating the skin with natural actives, titanium and zinc, and it goes on without residue.” — Dr. Gohara

Best Moisturizer
Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer
Now 35% Off
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“A lightweight, gentle, and calming moisturizer, this is great for soothing irritated skin and nourishing dehydrated skin.” — Dr. Kim

Best Mask
Oat Face Mask with Pumpkin Seed Extract
Aveeno Oat Face Mask with Pumpkin Seed Extract
Now 18% Off
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“This mask contains oat, which is well-known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. This is a great mask for people with sensitive skin.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best Tool
Trinity Facial Toning Device
NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device
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“NuFACE has been the leader in electrostimulation for decades. This device helps stimulate the physiology of the skin to rev up its circulation.” — Dr. Marmur

Best Spot Treatment/Pimple Patch
Acne Pimple Master Patch
COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch
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“If you catch a pimple on your face that you want to see gone by the time you wake up the next morning, this is what you need. It works by absorbing the excess oil and pus inside of the blemish while protecting the area from further irritation.” — Jackson

Best Body Wash
Body Love Hyaluronic Serum + Moringa Oil Moisture Boost Body Cleanser
Dove Body Love Hyaluronic Serum + Moringa Oil Moisture Boost Body Cleanser
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“Moringa oil has an impressive high level of oleic acid, making it a highly effective moisturizing oil, as well as antioxidants, linoleic acid, and vitamins A and C Moringa oil is a great option for those with dry and sensitive skin, due to the high percentage of oleic acid.” — Dr. Levin

Best Body Lotion
Skin Calming Lotion
Eucerin Skin Calming Lotion
Now 15% Off
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“This non-greasy lotions deeply hydrates dry skin and relieves itchiness with a combination of oatmeal, glycerin, and other tried-and-true moisturizing ingredients. It's no wonder it's been a dermatologist choice forever.” — Underwood

Best Body Bar
Sensitive Skin Unscented Beauty Bar
Dove Sensitive Skin Unscented Beauty Bar
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“This classic bar applies to the skin nicely and doesn't overstrip it, which keeps skin hydrated and protected throughout fall and winter.” — Dr. Kim

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Specialized Treatments

These targeted formulas address even the most stubborn conditions, delivering healthy skin to all.

Best for Fine Lines
The Rich Cream
Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream
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“Products that are rooted in science always resonate with dermatologists. The years of research that went into this growth factor come alive on the skin when used with regularity—think a noted improvement in complexion, texture, and tone.” — Dr. Gohara

Best for Sensitivity
Phyto Corrective Mask
SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Mask

“This is great for people with sensitive skin, including rosacea—or after any outdoor summer or winter activities to instantly soothe the skin and relieve redness.” — Dr. Kim

Best for Eczema
Eczema Calming Hand And Body Lotion Tube
Vaseline Clinical Care Eczema Calming Hand And Body Lotion Tube
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“This uses 1% colloidal oatmeal, a classic natural treatment for eczema, combined with humectants and emollients to draw hydrating into the skin and improve the skin barrier. It's also unscented, and improves the itch associated with eczema flares.” — Dr. Nazarian

Best for Appearance of Redness
Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum
SkinBetter Science Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum
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“SkinBetter's hero antioxidant serum with vitamin C, vitamin E and 17 additional antioxidants, this has now gone a step further to provide protection from internal causes of aging—in addition to protecting the skin from the environment. For rosacea patients with sensitivity and redness, Alto Advanced has been clinically studied, resulting in improvement of redness and inflammation.” — Dr. Levin

Best for Hyperpigmentation
LiftActiv B3 Serum for Dark Spots & Wrinkles
Vichy LiftActiv B3 Serum for Dark Spots & Wrinkles
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“Working to target brown spots and hyperpigmentation, this serum contains a blend of niacinamide, tranexamic acid and glycolic acid which all work to reduce discoloration and brighten the skin. It also helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and is fragrance-free, making it safe for all skin types.” — Dr. Garshick

Best for Keratosis Pilaris
Weightless Body Treatment BHA 2%
Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment BHA 2%
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“This is a soothing body lotion fortified with salicylic acid to combat body acne and blemishes. It is fast-absorbing and non-greasy, and it penetrates the skin’s layers to soften rough, bumpy areas and eliminate dryness, improving skin texture and tone. Its silky, lightweight formula is packed with antioxidants and anti-irritants to promote healthy-looking, radiant skin that feels firmer and younger.” — Dr. Hartman

Best for Hair Removal
Pubic Hair & Skin Razor
Gillette Venus Pubic Hair & Skin Razor
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“This razor is for pubic hair and skin, which tends to be prone to ingrown hairs. It's specifically designed to help to reduce the shaving irritation and ingrown hairs commonly seen in this area.” — Dr. Woolery Lloyd

Best for Crepiness
TransFORM Body Treatment
Alastin Skincare TransFORM Body Treatment

“Alastin's TransFORM continues to be the leading next-generation body treatment. It has patentented TriHex peptide technology, which reduces the appearance of crepey skin by supporting new healthy elastin and collagen.” — Dr. Levin

Best for Flaky Skin
Lipikar Body Lotion
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Body Lotion
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“This daily body lotion for normal to dry skin is formulated with shea butter, glycerin, and niacinamide to help replenish skin's essential lipids and provide all-day hydration. It has a light texture and is quickly absorbed, and is excellent for dry, dehydrated, and flaky skin.” — Dr. Hartman

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Deanna Pai is a freelance beauty writer and editor currently based in New York. She has more than 10 years of experience writing about beauty and wellness.