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There are hundreds of thousands of beauty products on Amazon (not to mention all the sketchy sellers with fake products), so it can be hard to narrow it down to the best ones. That's why looking at the top-selling items on the site is helpful — especially the ones with a lot of reviews. You can read how real people are using the hair, skin, or makeup product and decide if it's worth your hard-earned money.
I dug through Amazon's bestsellers to find the 10 products with some of the most five-star reviews, which include scalp oil, body wash, and mascara — with no item costing more than $16. Find your next go-to beauty product below.
1. Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Original Patch
Almost 125,000 customers have given these hydrocolloid pimple patches five stars and I couldn't agree more. They have the perfect amount of stickiness to stay on all night, and they absorb gunk from a whitehead better than anything else.
2. CosRx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence
This viral K-beauty essence has more than 65,000 five-star reviews — and for good reason. It's lightweight and nongreasy but majorly hydrating, especially on aging skin. (Don't worry — no snails were harmed!)
3. Clean Skin Club Clean Towels XL
More than 16,000 reviews give these disposable face towels five stars, and if you've tried them, you probably know why. It's best to use a clean, bacteria-free towel for drying your face post-cleansing, and not everyone wants to (or can) wash a million washcloths. Fortunately, these aren't too wasteful, as they're made from 100% USDA-certified bio-based materials (aka from renewable sources).
4. Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil
Last year, this scalp serum went viral and was sold out everywhere. It's back in stock, and more than 60,000 customers give it five stars for the way it nourishes split ends, combats dandruff, and comforts an itchy, sensitive scalp. Others swear it helps with hair growth. There isn't a ton of science to back up that last claim, but if it works for you, continue using it!
5. Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes
You know you shouldn't use face wipes as a replacement for washing your face, but sometimes they come in handy in a pinch (like when you're traveling or leaving the gym). More than 86,000 reviewers swear by Neutrogena's gentle makeup-removing wipes, and I love that they're also plant-based and compostable.
6. Dove Body Wash With Pump Deep Moisture
It's just body wash, right? Well, almost 100,000 people love Dove's hydrating formula for the way it keeps skin soft hours after your shower. And for less than $10, that can't be beat.
7. PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash Benzoyl Peroxide 10% Maximum Strength
This antimicrobial foaming wash is the highest strength of benzoyl peroxide you can get over the counter. Not everyone needs that, of course, but those with cystic acne or body breakouts swear by its acne-fighting power. It has 45,600 five-star reviews from folks who use it on their face, back, and even butt cheeks. Just be careful, because the formula will bleach your clothes and pillowcases. (I like to use it in the shower for that reason.)
8. Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara
You're not going to find another mascara with as many five-star reviews (more than 238,840!) as this under-$5 bestseller. Fans swear it lengthens and volumizes lashes better than anything else close to the price point.
9. L'Oreal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion
Bronzing drops are everywhere these days, but you often have to mix them with moisturizer to find your perfect shade. I think this glowy face lotion is actually easier to use — and 26,600 five-star reviews agree. It comes in five shades (from fair to rich) and creates a sun-kissed glow on top of makeup or just on bare skin.
10. Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo With 1% Ketoconazole
Dandruff shampoo isn't super exciting, but when you suffer from a dry, flaky scalp, finding something that works well is a godsend. More than 60,000 top reviews say it not only helps to alleviate scalp conditions such as dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis, but it also smells nicer than most dandruff shampoos on the market.
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