You can buy anything and everything on Amazon nowadays—including quality beauty products. If you haven’t started shopping for beauty on the ultra-fast retailer, join us—it’s nice over here. I have a few tried and true favorites I’ll purchase again and again (thank you, Prime shipping), but I’ve always wondered what experts would buy across every category. If you’ve ever wondered the same, look no further. I’ve asked hair, skin, and makeup experts to share what they would throw in their cart on Amazon. Keep scrolling for their top picks. Some products you can’t even purchase anywhere else.
“The shape of these lashes is very unique to help create a perfect cat eye. You can place one to two of these on the outside corner of the eye! I have not found this shape in stores, so it’s an Amazon must!”—Allison Kaye, celebrity makeup artist
“It’s great for all skin types and easier to buy on Amazon since you cannot get this in a store in person! This setting spray really holds your makeup in place all day long!”—Kaye
“The Flick Stick is a double-ended eyeliner pen. One side has the wing stamp and the other is a skinny felt tip pen. Makes it easy to put on a wing and it’s foolproof!”—Kaye
“This is the one type of eyelash glue I can’t find in stores and buy from Amazon! It’s a quick dry glue so you can just paint your false lash and apply it right away to your eye. It’s so nice to not have a wait time when you would normally wait for it to get tacky.”—Kaye
This was a random Amazon buy for me, but I find myself reaching for it often. It provides my skin with such a gorgeous, sun-kissed glow that looks natural and feels so lightweight.
“This is great for someone looking to add retinol into their skincare routine. It’s a great option as it contains retinol to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles but also incorporates glycerin to help hydrate the skin, and minimize the potential for dryness or irritation.”—Marisa Garshick, MD, board-certified dermatologist
“This cleanser effectively gets rid of dirt and buildup without leaving the skin feeling dry. It contains hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin as well as ceramides which support and strengthen the skin barrier. It is a great option for all skin types, including those with sensitive skin as it is fragrance-free.”—Garshick
“This great daily sunscreen is especially good for those with acne-prone skin, as in addition to offering broad-spectrum coverage, it also contains niacinamide, which calms and soothes the skin, and reduces inflammation and redness that may be associated with acne flare-ups.”—Garshick
“For those looking for a witch hazel toner that is alcohol-free, this is a great option, as it also contains soothing aloe vera as well as glycerin to help draw moisture in and keep the skin feeling hydrated all day long. It works to reduce the appearance of pores and helps to smooth the skin. Because it can help to hydrate the skin, it is a good option for all skin types and won’t leave the skin dry or irritated. If you are incorporating a toner into your routine, it is best to use after cleansing and prior to applying subsequent serums and moisturizers.”—Garshick
“Using ultra-pure grade lanolin, this super-dense balm helps to lock in moisture without leaving behind a greasy or sticky residue. It is a great option to apply to the lips or to the skin to leave it feeling softer and smoother.”—Garshick
“I love this because it gives a beautiful style without the damage of heat styling.”—Ashley Marie Rancilio, celebrity colorist
“This is a classic hair spray that I first discovered working on set for a photo shoot. Another artist allowed me to use it and I was certain it was some high-priced, hard-to-get fancy European hair spray. To my surprise, I realized it was available at my local drugstore and obviously now on Amazon! I can’t explain exactly what it is about this classic spray that makes it amazing other than to say it’s the perfect balance between setting and holding! Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed.”—Michelle Cleveland, celebrity hairstylist
“With ingredients like caviar extract, vitamin A, and sunflower-seed oil, this thermal heat protectant is perfect for strengthening and protecting the hair prior to applying heat appliances.”—Cleveland
“This is a one-step solution for frizz-free curls. It’s a 3-in-1 spray that adds moisture, bundles curls, fights frizz and is lightweight, non-crunchy, and non-greasy. One of the biggest struggles someone with curly hair has is trying to find a product strong enough to smooth and shape their curls but not so strong that it straightens them. This product checks both boxes and on all curl patterns and [is safe for] color-treated hair!” —Cleveland
“When I need lightweight moisture for my hair, my go-to is Pureology’s Colorfanatic Leave-In Conditioner. It can be used on wet hair to smooth, reduce frizz, and detangle. When used on dry hair, it becomes a refresher and deodorizer.”—Jamie Wiley, celebrity hair stylist
“For intense moisture on parched dry hair, Pureology’s Soft Softening Treatment will revitalize the hair with shea butter and almond oil. This treatment leaves the hair feeling soft and nourished.”—Wiley
This dreamy blend of coconut oil and Moroccan rose leaves skin feeling smooth, polished, and extra hydrated. It’s also perfect for combatting dry or patchy winter skin.
I know so many people who love this deliciously scented cream. I won’t lie, the freshly salted caramel and pistachio scent is my favorite aspect of the cream, but the smoothing, tightening, and hydrating benefits it offers don’t hurt either.
Improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and repair damaged skin with this multipurpose body oil. It’s packed with vitamins A and E, chamomile oil, sunflower oil, lavender oil, and other antioxidants to help repair skin and prevent the signs of aging.
This luxe body cream from Elemis is enriched with macadamia oil and lipid-rich sesame oil to leave your skin smooth, silky, and hydrated. The cream gets its rich fragrance from aromatic Tahitian monoi oil, tiare flowers, and frangipani flowers. It feels like a spa experience every time I open the bottle.
