



In keeping with tradition from the past few years, Amazon is running a Big Spring Sale, making it the perfect time to stock up on essentials across every category — including skin care, beauty and personal care items. The sale starts today and runs through Mar. 31, and includes a plethora of can’t-miss self-care deals at Amazon, including reader-faves like moisturizers, serums, hair tools and electric toothbrushes.
Now’s the time to get shopping whether you’re looking to restock your everyday basics or want to splurge on a beauty product you’ve had your eye on. Keep reading for a comprehensive list of the beauty, personal and skin care must-haves now on sale while the deals are hot.
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Time and time again, dermatologists have told us that retinoids are an essential ingredient for promoting cellular turnover and stimulating collagen production. A313 is a French pharmacy (and HuffPost) favorite cream containing three different types of retinol, each of them at an effective concentration without being overly irritating. It also features a distinctive texture that's closer to a hydrating balm.
You may have heard of Bobbi Brown’s latest makeup line, Jones Road, whose cream blush Miracle Balm wowed the Internet with a glowy finish and multipurpose usage. The catch? It’s nearly $40.
Yet, while researching Miracle Balm, we found a doppelgänger blush on Amazon that retails for three times less and which reviewers are positively raving over. Fans insist that this Bayfree glow balm is a great substitute for the Jones Road version. The result? A cheaper, easily blendable, positively glowy balm-blush hybrid that doesn’t feel greasy and sticky on the skin. Reviewers are literally calling it “delightful” and a “dynamite” swap, declaring that the Bayfree balm has essentially won the war between the two beauty products. “Sorry, Bobbi Brown,” wrote one reviewer. “I tried you first, and BayFree wins in the end.”
This leave-on exfoliating toner is not for the faint of heart. It has a high percentage of salicylic acid that can help to slough away dead skin cells and unclog pores — it even has anti-aging benefits and can help to smooth out the look of wrinkles. It also uses green tea to soothe irritated skin and methylpropanediol to hydrate, so you don't have to worry about this powerful formula leaving your skin dryer than the desert.
HuffPost readers can't get enough of this cult-favorite serum. It has over 95,000 five-star ratings and is overflowing with glowing reviews. It has a nourishing formula to help reduce fine lines and sun damage, improve the look of dark spots and leave skin looking and feeling bright and fresh.
This vegan, cruelty-free nail concealer acts like “a filter” for your digits, offering a “flawless doll nail” look, in the words of one HuffPost editor. The unique formula promises to even out imperfections and bestow your tips with a slight sheen.
This dermatologist-recommended eye cream is a HuffPost reader favorite. Yummy, nourishing and potent anti-aging ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and ceramides can help to increase hydration while smoothing and brightening the under-eye area. It's a great affordable option for someone who wants to add a bit of oomph to their routine without breaking the bank. This cream is also fragrance-free, so it's ideal for people with extra sensitivities.
This multi-purpose French pharmacy staple is beloved here at HuffPost. This emollient moisturizer is famous for not just hydrating the skin, but for offering the perfect base for foundation and makeup. The iconic formula, which includes calming aloe vera, protective beeswax, nourishing soy proteins and skin-softening shea butter, has been a longtime secret weapon among makeup artists and skin care enthusiasts.
Before you run in fear at the thought of massaging snail slime onto your face, know that snail mucin has been a Korean skin care staple for ages due to benefits including increased hydration, improved skin texture and reparative properties. Cosrx's snail essence contains 96% of mucin filtrate that quickly absorbs into the skin and has a famed reputation for improving the overall look and feel of complexions everywhere.
Also from Cosrx, this insanely discounted face cream is also infused with a slightly less potent concentration (92% versus 96%) of snail mucin to plump the skin and strengthen the moisture barrier. It manages to offer effective and long-lasting hydration, even to fragile and damaged skin, while still having a lightweight gel texture that's suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin. The formula additionally contains hyaluronic acid, a well-studied humectant that can draw moisture into the skin.
If you’ve ever dealt with “crepey” skin — or skin resembling crepe paper in its dry, wrinkled, thin appearance, listen up. This fragrance-free lightweight lotion works to keep skin smooth and moisturized, thanks to a unique smoothing concentrate that features protective antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and powerful botanicals. It gives you a nourishing, replenishing boost, while keeping your skin feeling elastic and bouncy.
This French pharmacy staple is an absolute dream for anyone who has been trying to find the perfect makeup remover. With the swipe of a cotton round, Sensibio micellar water melts away foundation, lipstick or balms and even the toughest waterproof mascara without any tugging, rubbing or irritation.It easily dissolves makeup, grime and any other icky-ness that has settled onto your skin without stripping its natural moisture barrier or leaving a film of grease afterward. There’s no better way to get your skin feeling fresh and clean — and luckily for us, it’s currently 25% off as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.
I consider this my personal skin care savior and in regards to the price point, I regret to inform you that it's worth every penny. Luckily, right now it's 25% off at Amazon. This delicious luxe cleansing balm melts away makeup, dirt, grime and other daily impurities, leaving skin more soft, smooth and plump. It's a multitasking cleansing treatment that is as nourishing as it is effective at removing makeup. It's incredibly gentle and mild, is wildly effective and doesn't clog my sensitive pores. It's an investment, but worth it if you want to splurge on yourself.
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HuffPost shoppers can't get enough of this popular hair appliance — it's a surefire way to get glossy, sleek hair. It's shaped like a regular round brush with detangling bristles and comes with three heat settings so you can style, dry and smooth your hair all in one go. It's a must for anyone who loves that freshly blown-out feeling. Once you add this to your hair arsenal, you may not even need any other styling tools cluttering up your bathroom, and for 53% off, who can resist?
Like the brand's internet-famous hair oil, reviewers love the Mielle rosemary and biotin shampoo. It's formulated to strengthen weak, brittle hair and promote healthy growth, so you can enjoy shiny hair free of split ends. Reviewers say it can help to slow down hair loss and thoroughly cleans hair without leaving it stripped of natural oils.
This EltaMD sunscreen can protect you from the sun and help improve existing sun damage. It also has nourishing ingredients that can increase skin’s smoothness and decrease fine lines while minimizing dark spots. This dermatologist-beloved brand is great for people who want to protect their skin and look good doing it.
This cult-fave Korean brand is beloved by beauty fanatics, and with good reason. The high-quality ingredients and reasonable price point means that these stellar products are accessible to all. This serum uses the power of peptides, niacinamide and more to leave skin looking glowy, feeling hydrated and bouncy and can also reduce the look of dull skin and hyperpigmentation.
According to reviewers, this nourishing eye cream has pretty spectacular results, from helping to minimize the look of wrinkles to even contributing to lash growth. It's made with hyaluronic and peptides that penetrate the skin's surface and drench the area in moisture, helping to strengthen the moisture barrier and giving it a bouncy, firm and youthful appearance.
The viral Peter Thomas Roth Instant Firmx eye treatment works like magic. It forms a film on the skin that pulls the skin tight, giving the illusion of a smooth, wrinkle-free visage. There's definitely a bit of technique involved to applying it, but it's worth the effort for smooth, youthful skin.
These bar soaps harness the power of active ingredients like vitamin C and retinol combined with the nourishing benefits of hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, shea butter and olive oil to potentially help even out skin tone, lighten dark spots, smooth skin and reduce blemishes. This two-pack has myriad glowing reviews attesting to its prowess and could be a good tool in your skin health arsenal.
This popular peel-off mask is chock full of ceramides and collagen extracts that can give your complexion that highly sought-after "glass skin" look. You can use it overnight and wake up with perky, firm, bouncy and ultra-soft skin. Best of all, right now it's 21% off.
If you frequently suffer from migraines or headaches in general, then you might want to consider investing in a cooling cap. It's made with stretchy material that fits snugly and comfortably, delivering just the right amount of pressure to soothe aching foreheads, temples and eyes. It can be used both hot and cold, making it a versatile addition to your self-care roster. Best of all, it's 40% off during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
Use this silicone massager to distribute shampoo, conditioner or other hair products evenly throughout your tresses — or to just give your scalp a nice, tingly scrub. Reviewers like that it's a single-form alternative to similar options on Amazon that come in two pieces and are more prone to breakage.
Is there anything more annoying than smudged, dirty eyeglasses? These lens wipes make it easy to quickly clean your eyewear and get on with your life. This box includes 250 pre-moistened wipes that can leave your sunglasses and prescription glass spectacles spotless without those annoying streaks or cloudiness.
An electric toothbrush like this one from Philips can really help elevate your oral care routine (and impress your dentist). This sonic electric toothbrush has soft nylon bristles that are gentle and effective on teeth and gums thanks to a sensitive pressure sensor. Right now, it's 20% off, making it the perfect time to give it a try.
Pamper your skin with a moisturizing and soothing liquid body wash. It's made with chamomile, starflower and blue lavender that nourishes the skin, while the biodegradable formula is as good for your body as it is for the environment. It's an easy way to upgrade your shower routine without breaking the bank, especially while it's 24% off.
These hydrocolloid pimple patches are as adorable and fun as they are effective at drawing out and absorbing fluid and reducing irritation and inflammation. They're gentle and safe for all skin types, making them ideal for everyone from pre-teens to those of us who are perimenopausal or dealing with other hormonal changes.
Show your under-eyes some love with these Grace & Stella patches, which come in several different colors (each corresponding to a different skin care concern) like the restoring purple and energizing gold. The anti-aging patches come in packs of 24 and can brighten and moisturize the skin, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, depending on the specific version you choose. Reviewers say their skin feels tighter after just a few uses, and that these patches can hide how tired they might feel.
Get all the benefits of a Korean skin scrub from the comfort of your home with the purchase of a handy Korean exfoliating mitt, like this Seraphic Skincare set of two at Amazon. This exfoliating mitt not only lifts away dead skin but can help with product absorption, increase circulation, fight ingrown hairs, remove self-tanner and even get rid of keratosis pilaris bumps.
Can't quite bring yourself to splurge on the Dyson AirWrap? Give this doppelganger a try. This hair styler set is a 5-in-1 air styler that can dry, curl, volumize, straighten and massage your scalp quickly and easily. It has three temperature settings and two wind speeds, so you can get a salon-quality blowout without damaging your tresses.
Make your nightly lotion application easier than ever with this mess-free solid moisturizer stick from Hanni. It's made with nourishing ingredients like omega 3 and fatty acids to deeply moisturize and repair skin while helping to prevent moisture loss and strengthen the natural barrier.
Ideal for your next bath or foot soak, these Epsom salts are as luxurious as they are good for your skin and muscles. It'll give you a spa-like experience from the comfort of your home. This set of three includes 3-pound bags of bath salts in three different scents: coconut, lavender and eucalyptus mint, and right now, they're over 9% off.
If you're the kind of person who doesn't play when it comes to their makeup and skin care game (or a professional in need of high-capacity storage), consider upgrading your storage situation to this rolling aluminum makeup train case. This chic makeup case can hold just about everything you might need, from makeup to skin care products, delicate items and even hair care goods. It's a 4-in-1 case with four detachable compartments that can be locked for safety. It's made with metal and plastic materials that are durable and sturdy, with aluminum-reinforced edges. Even if you're not a professional makeup artist, it's a great way to transport all your beauty goodies. This kind of setup doesn't come cheap, making this 23% off deal a total steal.
For fast tanning results that look a bit more pronounced than other self-tanners give the the Bondi Sands tanning foam, a shot. It has over 19,400 five-star ratings on Amazon and is available in three shade ranges, including ultra-dark, and has been enriched with aloe vera and coconut.
A fan-favorite since the '80s, the Creme de Corps is a luxe body lotion that nourishes, hydrates and softens skin. The non-greasy and subtly scented cream is packed with shea and cocoa butter, two emollients that are rich in fatty acids, as well as squalane for replenishing the skin's natural barrier.
Get a natural-looking glow without having to expose your skin to the sun's harmful rays with this nourishing tanning moisturizer. Not only does it give your skin a beautifully sunkissed look, but it's made with vitamins and oils that deeply hydrate and can help to improve your skin's look and texture. It's currently 20% off, just in time for summer.