50 Genius Things On Amazon That Can Make You Look 5x Better For Under $25

This ultra-lightweight, translucent setting powder goes on smoothly, without caking, for a seamless, matte look. The formula is enriched with nourishing vitamin E that helps hydrate the skin, while soybean oil and omega fatty acids promote elasticity. Use it alone or to set your makeup — this cruelty-free, women-led product is designed to deliver long-lasting, photo-ready results.

Get the glow of a sun-drenched look without any UV damage by using this brightening liquid highlighter. It instantly makes your skin look luminous, giving you a natural-looking, sun-kissed shine. Infused with glycerin and shea butter for all-day moisture, it’s available in shades to suit every skin tone and can be applied on its own, under foundation, or on target areas for that perfect radiant effect.

Add a touch of elegance to any hairstyle with these demure velvet hair bows. Crafted with soft velvet and an alligator clip for easy wear, they’re gentle on hair and add a stylish flair without damage. Use them to accessorize an everyday outfit or complete a party look.

Enjoy spa-like relaxation by popping on these under-eye gel pads. The cooling, peptide- and vitamin C-loaded patches are made to hydrate, smooth, and refresh your under-eye area with just a 10-minute treatment. Perfect for special occasion prep or adding extra sparkle to a daily skin-care routine, they deliver a fresh and revitalizing burst of hydration. With five pairs in a pack, you’re set for almost a week.

This best-selling crème-to-powder eyeshadow stick offers over 40 pigmented shades to play with, from subtle to bold. And there’s no need for brushes — just glide and go. Packed with vitamins C and E for smooth-looking, nourished lids, the formula is waterproof, crease-proof, and designed for all-day wear. Plus, it’s amassed over 33,000 five-star ratings and counting.

These best-selling toning pads from Medicube are infused with vitamin-infused water, and work to gently exfoliate and brighten your complexion. The textured side works wonders on dead skin and clogged pores, while the smooth side gives a polished finish. “I am so, so impressed with these!!” shared this happy shopper. “They are so gentle to use before bed (no stinging or tightness on the skin) and I wake up with visibly brighter, more glowy skin.”

This cult-favorite multi-tasking oil is an all-in-one skin-care solution. Made with a blend of sumptuous oils and botanicals, it hydrates skin, smooths hair, and nourishes nails, helping improve tone and dryness. This cruelty-free, vegan oil is perfect for all skin types. And as one shopper gushed, “This is the most beautifully crafted scent! It smells just like honeysuckle! So conditioning and it feels so smooth.”

This K-beauty eye serum has earned best-seller status for its ability to keep the under-eye area looking refreshed. This formula combines ginseng extract for revitalizing and retinol for smoothing, leaving you with a radiant appearance. Infused with niacinamide for added brightness, this serum gently hydrates and nourishes under-eye skin.

Invite ultra-glowy skin with this transparent collagen jelly cream. Designed to target uneven skin tone and boost hydration, this cream encourages that sought-after “glass skin” effect. With key ingredients including hydrolyzed collagen and niacinamide, it promotes a firmer, smoother complexion and is dermatologist-tested and free from irritants.

With this TikTok-famous overnight hair curling set, you can wake up with bouncy, heat-free curls. Avoid heat damage by simply wrapping hair around this silky satin curler and securing with the included scrunchies — then head to bed. Suited for all hair types, this gives you salon-worthy waves with minimal effort.

This lightweight, vegan water cream hydrates without feeling heavy. Infused with moisture-boosting hyaluronic acid, nourishing jojoba, and squalane, it’s designed to soften, firm, and refresh your skin. The dewy finish and soothing formula is free of parabens, silicones, and synthetic fragrances, and is ideal for all skin types.

Tame pesky flyaways and baby hairs with this simple hair wax stick that has thousands of glowing reviews. Enriched with nourishing castor oil and 18 plant-based nutrients, this sleek, nongreasy stick smooths hair and keeps your style in place all day long. It’s ideal for anyone looking to create a polished look with minimal fuss.

Transform tired, dry heels into soft, baby-smooth wonders with these moisturizing socks. Infused with moisturizing jojoba oil, soothing lavender oil, and hydrating vitamin E, these socks provide intensive repair. Simply slip them on before bed, and wake up to refreshed feet. You get two pairs in the set.

Sidestep lashes that look like tarantula legs and achieve a flawless, separated look with this convenient eyelash comb. Its fine, stainless steel teeth remove excess mascara, leaving your lashes perfectly defined and so sleek. The handy cap makes it easy to carry, and the ergonomic design fits comfortably in your hand for effortless use. No wonder it’s become a fan favorite, with more than 24,000 positive ratings (and counting).

Shoes get dirty; it’s kind of inevitable. But you can easily keep them looking clean and fresh, even on the go, with these nifty SneakERASERS. Offered as a three-pack, the pre-moistened sponges are perfect for quick cleaning anytime. Just glide the sponge across your shoes and watch scuffs and dirt vanish with almost no effort, and no mess.

If you’re curious to try the snail-mucin skin care trend, but aren’t sure where to start, look to this Korean skin-care kit from COSRX. Packed with ethically sourced snail mucin to help repair, hydrate, and soothe your skin, the travel-friendly set includes a gel cleanser, moisturizing essence, eye cream, and all-in-one cream.

Turn your hair into a sleek and shiny masterpiece with this heat-activated primer. Simply spray on damp hair, and the formula works as you blow-dry to give you a silky, mirror-like finish that resists humidity. Packed with botanicals from calendula to chamomile, it helps protect your strands while adding luxurious shine.

When your skin’s having a moment, this facial toner is here to calm the storm. Formulated with hypochlorous acid, it’s designed to help reduce redness, irritation, and flare-ups. Safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and accepted by the National Eczema Association, this sprays soothes while also helping strengthen your skin barrier.

If you’re tired of spending a small fortune on name-brand blenders, meet a wallet-friendly game-changer: these Mochi makeup sponges. Just as effective as the high-end versions, they blend BB cream, concealer, and foundation to perfection. Offered as a pack of six, they’re reusable, easy to clean, and backed by a 4.7-star rating.

Give your hair a salon finish with this nourishing hair serum offered in a set of 40 capsules. Packed with deeply hydrating avocado, macadamia, and argan oils, it works its magic on all hair types. Just apply after washing and style as usual —no rinse needed. One shopper gushed, “It's easy to use, it doesn't leave your hair feeling oily, doesn't look shiney like there's oil in it. Just healthy.”

Step up your pedicure game with this easy-to-use glass foot file. It gently buffs away calluses and dead skin without the harshness of metal rasps. Whether you’re prepping for a night out or pampering yourself at home, this foot scrubber gives you salon-worthy results, and is ergonomic, easy to clean, and infinitely reusable.

With a sleek vegan leather finish and gold-tone hardware, this crossbody bag is fashionably chic but still practical. It fits most large smartphones, plus all your cards and keys, making it perfect for quick outings, nights out on the town, or busy days on the go. Plus, it’s made with RFID blocking material for added protection, and has an adjustable strap that you can wear crossbody chic or shoulder glam.

This lightweight, nongreasy eye primer is your secret weapon for eyeshadow that won’t fade or crease. It helps control oil and smooth skin for a seamless eyeshadow blend. Just apply a pea-sized amount, wait 30 seconds, and get ready to slay your eye makeup like never before. It’s easy to see why it’s amassed more than 28,000 perfect five-star ratings.

Throw some stylish shade with these timeless retro sunglasses. Not only do they have UV400 protection to block 99.99% of harmful rays, but they also make you look effortlessly cool while you do it. They’re available in 12 different color combinations and come with a microfiber pouch and cleaning cloth.

When you want to pull up your hair with zero effort — but still look fantastic — this set of three metal claw clips is the answer. With a sleek, gold finish and chic, versatile designs, they seamlessly complement any outfit from casual wear to evening looks. Durable, rust-resistant, and built to last, these clips make you look polished in seconds flat.

Bring your favorite tired sweaters, scarves, and coats back to life. This two-in-one fabric shaver and lint brush tackles fabric pills, pet hair, and fuzz from just about any material — without any batteries or plugs. Whether it's your cozy cardigan or your couch, this gadget’s ergonomic design makes it easy to smooth out all the rough patches.

Packed with smoothing, hydrating argan oil, this leave-in treatment is designed to instantly repair and strengthen hair, all while reducing frizz and adding shine. Loaded with essential fatty acids and antioxidants, it’s perfect for all hair types. “The SMELL is so yummy, if I could eat it I would, lol,” shared this happy shopper. “[...] Value for money is good. Little goes a long way. Helps my frizzy ends. Shines wonderful.”

If dry air and cool weather have your face needing a little extra loving care, treat your skin with this ultra-hydrating overnight mask. Packed with soothing ingredients like bacuri butter and apricot kernel oil, this balm-to-cream formula locks in moisture while you sleep, leaving you with plumper, more radiant skin come morning. Compatible with sensitive skin, it helps repair your skin barrier and reduce redness.

When it comes to skin-care, a good scrub is the best way to give yourself a little TLC (‘90s R&B pun intended). With its medium-firm bristles, this handheld dry body brush exfoliates skin while promoting circulation. “I’m absolutely loving this dry brush! It’s become an essential part of my skincare routine, and the results have been amazing,” wrote this reviewer. “The bristles are firm enough to exfoliate effectively, but not so rough that they irritate my skin. After using it for a few weeks, my skin feels noticeably smoother and more radiant.”

This body butter helps with bumpy skin, even stubborn keratosis pilaris. Formulated with a 10% alpha hydroxy acid blend, it gently exfoliates while moisturizing, leaving skin smooth and hydrated. Enriched with nourishing squalane and shea butter, this unscented body lotion absorbs quickly without a greasy feel.

Designed to help even skin tone and post-acne marks, this liquid exfoliant is infused with four acids — including alpha hydroxy acids and azelaic acid— as well as brightening vitamin C and bearberry extract. Free from parabens, silicones, and artificial fragrances, it’s effective yet gentle enough to use daily.

Add a pop of color and style to any look with this set of six versatile and vibrant silky scarves. Each 37.8-inch long scarf is perfect for accessorizing your handbag, wearing as a headband, or even tying around your waist as a stylish belt. The high-quality, smooth fabric is soft to the touch, and the rich colors stay vibrant wash after wash.

The comfort level of these thongs is undie-niable. The soft fabric has a silky touch that keeps you cool and fresh all day long, while a low V-shaped waist and seamless wavy edges deliver a smooth, invisible look under any outfit. “If you hate thongs but also hate that regular underwear bunches up in the back, I'd encourage you to try these because they'd probably be the most comfortable solution you could find [...]” raved this shopper.

Give your hair and skin the ultimate treat with this whipped pudding shea & aloe cream. This chocolatey-vanilla delight doesn’t just smell amazing — it adds moisture and softness wherever you need it most. Use it to tame frizzy hair or pamper dry elbows, knees, or heels. The whipped goodness melts in, leaving no greasy residue.

These deep exfoliating gloves are your new shower BFF. Made with high-quality nylon fibers, they gently yet effectively work to scrub away dead skin, unclog pores, and reduce ingrown hairs. Use them wet or dry with your favorite body wash, and when it’s time to clean, just toss them in the wash. Plus, you get four — keep them all for yourself or share the glow.

If you want nice-looking nails, you can’t neglect your cuticles. This cuticle oil contains a hydrating mix of luxe oils and vitamins that revive even the driest nails and skin. Packed with cold-pressed safflower oil, moisturizing sunflower oil, and vitamin E, it nourishes and strengthens without the greasiness.

Give your curls bounce for days with this vegan curl-defining cream. Infused with coconut oil and hyaluronic acid, the cruelty-free formula defines, hydrates, and enhances your natural curl pattern, while giving your hair a boost of shine and frizz control. Plus, the sweet pineapple scent will have your curls smelling as good as they look. Designed to work for all curl types, it promises to leaving your strands soft and manageable.

Bring back the sparkle in your bling with this all-in-one jewelry cleaner. It works on gold, diamonds, pearls, and even soft stones — giving everything from your wedding ring to your favorite bracelet a stunning shine. With a nontoxic formula and included cleaning cloths, it's easy to use and will make your pieces look brand new again without any harsh chemicals.

Keep your makeup sponges and brushes ultra-fresh and ready to use with this two-pack of brush cleaners — recommended for use once weekly. The easy-to-use shampoo formula makes cleaning a breeze, removing dirt, debris, impurities, and more. And since it’s dermatologist-tested, you can rest assured it’s safe for use.

Cool down and glow up with this facial ice roller. Designed to reduce redness, soothe irritation, and help tighten skin, it’s a go-to tool for a fresh, radiant look. Just freeze, roll, and relax to boost circulation, minimize puffiness, and maximize serum absorption. It’s like a spa day in your own home.

Polish up your lips with this scrumptious lip scrub. Formulated with sugar to exfoliate away flakes and dead skin, and complemented by highly moisturizing ingredients including coconut oil, shea butter, and cocoa butter, this scrub brightens, smooths, and softens for an ultra-kissable kisser.

Staying hydrated is one of the most important steps in a beauty regime. Get your daily doze of H2O in style with this slim, space-saving travel bottle. Perfect for slipping into your purse or backpack, this leak-proof 13-ounce bottle features a secure silicone seal to keep spills at bay. Made from durable Tritan plastic and equipped with a convenient carrying strap, it's the ideal hydration companion for any adventure.

Keep your teeth sparkling fresh wherever your day takes you with these handy finger teeth wipes offered in a minty flavor. Perfect for removing food particles, stains from coffee or wine, and that pesky film that builds up throughout the day, there’s no water needed — just wipe and you’re good to go. Individually wrapped and compact for travel, they’ll help keep your breath fresh and teeth clean anytime, anywhere.

Achieve a dewy, glowing look that lasts all day with this Leaping Bunny-approved makeup primer. The lightweight formula hydrates skin while prepping it for makeup application, helping lock your look in place. It’s designed for all skin types, leaving you with a fresh-faced finish — and the confidence of flawless makeup that lasts for hours.

This vegan milky lip jelly gives your lips a perfect subtle mauve hue while keeping things smooth, hydrated, and never sticky. With a nourishing blend of oils including avocado, raspberry seed and apricot kernel, it's formulated to be deeply moisturizing and nonirritating for sensitive skin.

Keep your glasses and your screens spotless with these lens wipes. The large, 4-inch by 8-inch wipes remove smudges, dust, and bacteria, giving you a sparkling clean surface without leaving any residue behind. Plus, they’re individually wrapped so you can always keep a few in your bag. With 100 in a box, you’re set for a while.

This concealer brush features a unique kitten paw shape that effortlessly smooths and blends your concealer for flawless, streak-free coverage. Use it with your favorite concealer, contour product, or color corrector for a soft, buffed finish. “This is perfect for under eye concealer!” this shopper raved. “Best I have ever used, and I have great brushes [...]. I bought three of these, they are that good.”

Get ready to glow with this two-in-one blush stick that works magic on both cheeks and lips. With a sheer, lightweight cream formula and pearlescent pigments, it gives you a dewy flush of color that’s buildable and blendable. “This is an amazing product,” affirmed this reviewer. “Glides right on and looks beautiful. Blends perfectly on cheeks for a non-cakey blush.”

Curl your lashes to perfection with this eyelash curler in a luxe-looking rose gold color. It helps you achieve voluminous, lifted lashes in seconds thanks to an ergonomic design and calibrated hinge that sidestep any tugging or pinching. Designed for all eye shapes, it’s made of premium stainless steel that’s built to last.

Get salon-quality nails with this top coat, courtesy of trusted nail brand OPI. This clear top coat delivers an instant high-gloss finish and long-lasting protection against fading. Your nails will look sleek and shiny, all while drying quickly. “This is by far the best top coat i've ever used. Get it!!” one reviewer recommended. “Painting your nails will never feel like a chore again [...].”