100 Iconic Products You Need to Check Off Your Beauty Bucket List

We were always frustrated by liquid liner until we met this one. Its precise but flexible brush tip deposits inky pigment that never skips or sheers out. We've been using the same one nearly every day for a year now, and we still haven't run out (really!) but are dreading the day we do.

Lorac Front of the Line Pro Liquid Eyeliner ($23)

Herbal Essences may have grabbed our attention with those sexy commercials in the 1990s, but we still have the pink bottle as part of our regular hair rotation. Strands feel smooth and silky without the use of silicones, and the freshly picked rose scent keeps us smelling our mane all day.

Herbal Essences Smooth Collection Shampoo ($5)

While we didn't keep a lot from our grandmother's makeup routine (sorry!), this refreshing product made the cut. Oily skin and congested pores don't stand a chance against this minty clay mix. Even when our complexion is calm, we use it as part of our spa day routine, because we're addicted to the tingly feeling.

Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque ($5)

This ubiquitous formula has been around for over 40 years — if you haven't owned or tried the pink-and-green tube, you definitely know someone who has. While the formula has both superfans and haters, everyone knows the product can create highly defined, glossy lashes in one stroke — and what's to hate about that?

Maybelline Great Lash Mascara ($6)

Makeup artists and celebrities alike (Kim Kardashian included) count this maximum-coverage concealer as a staple, and for good reason: despite the heavy pigment load of the formula, it's creamy, not chalky, and it applies perfectly even. Just one application vanquishes dark circles so well, you'll question if they were ever there in the first place.

Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer ($70)

While co-washing is nothing new to the natural hair community, Wen's product put the concept on the map for many people. Each scent has a cult-like following, especially its limited-edition launches, but the Sweet Almond Mint will always be our favourite.

Wen Cleansing Conditioner in Sweet Almond Mint ($32)

Walk into any stylish home and you're bound to see a candle by French beauty brand Diptyque. Pick up this floral fragrance as a chic hostess gift or a way to make your at-home spa zone more sensual.

Diptyque Tuberose Scented Candle ($65)

Before there were semipermanent lash extensions, women relied on falsies and glue. This drugstore steal will help you adhere your faux lash strip without leaving that telltale white-glue look thanks to its dark colour.

Ardell Duo Lash Adhesive in Dark ($6)

Though Butter London is known for its striking lacquer colours, its base coat is also esteemed for leaving your nails with a satin finish. Expect it to hide bumps and ridges (read: the remnants of last week's glitter gel job) so that said colour glides on smooth.

Butter London Nail Foundation ($18)

Packed with richly hydrating shea and cocoa butters, this formula gets our flake-plagued skin through Winter weather. It also makes us smell like a candy bar!

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Firming Butter ($7)

We've been known to apply layer upon layer (upon layer!) of mascara for the ultimate in lash drama. L'Oréal Voluminous Mascara somehow never flakes or clumps — it just gives us a fat, fluttery fringe without the hassle of falsies or glue.

L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara ($6)

Gentle but effective, Tatcha's rice bran exfoliant buffs away dead, dull skin and leaves a luminous, touchable complexion behind. Plus, the fact that it's inspired by a geisha's beauty ritual makes the treatment feel superluxe.

Tatcha Polished: Gentle Rice Enzyme Powder ($65)

This SPF moisturiser checks all of our requirement boxes — sinks into skin, leaves skin dewy and nourished (without feeling heavy or greasy). Plus, the blend of essential oils provides a soothing dose of aromatherapy . . . and who doesn't need that on a Monday morning?

Natura Bisse The Cure Sheer Cream ($190)

Mama Mio originally created this for mommies-to-be, but the breast sagging- and stretch mark-eliminating product accrued many nonmom fans. As a result, the company rebranded Boob Tube, making it for anyone who wanted a firmer bust.

Mio Boob Tube+ Multi-Action Bust Firmer ($50)

Take a peek backstage at any fashion show or magazine shoot and you're guaranteed to spot a lot of these hot pink sponges in makeup artist kits. The pointed end helps get in the creases around the nose, and the rounded side buffs out any rough foundation edges — so you can look as airbrushed as a Kardashian.

The Original Beautyblender ($20)

According to L'Occitane, one of these babies is sold every three seconds around the world! The 20 percent shea butter formula makes it indispensable, especially in the Winter months, and the cream absorbs quickly so you don't have to wait around before slipping into a pair of gloves.

L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream ($12)

Fans of this nourishing lotion say they can't live without it — try it once, and you'll be addicted, too. Even the tightest, driest skin will feel hydrated for 24 hours after applying, and since the formula is practically fragrance-free, both men and women can enjoy it.

Kiehl's Since 1851 Creme de Corps ($18)

This cleanser is a standby for a reason: it removes all traces of makeup without stripping sensitive skin. You can even use it as a hand or body wash. It's so good, dermatologists have been recommending it for years in lieu of more expensive or prescription formulas.

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser ($12)

Regardless of your hair type, you'll find a use for this wonder product. We've tried it as a conditioner, finishing treatment, detangler, you name it — and it's provided us with glossy, healthy, deliciously scented strands every time.

Moroccanoil Treatment ($15)

Though we may find ourselves in torrid love affairs with Philosophy's assorted baked goods-scented products, we always return to Amazing Grace. It's clean, floral, and musky without coming on too strong, and it gets us tons of compliments with every wear.

Philosophy Amazing Grace Spray Fragrance ($50)

This particular body oil from French brand Caudalie smells so good that we own the scrub, the candle, and the classic product in travel-size. The aroma is a warm, smoky smell that you'll want to use from hair to toes.

Caudalie Divine Oil ($28)

The 100 percent argan oil is the signature product in former model Josie Maran's beauty line. We love to add a few drops to all our other skin, hair, and body products as a hydration boost.

Josie Maran Argan Oil ($48)

One beauty secret we learned from top models and industry professionals is vitamin C serum. This Ole Henriksen staple eliminates dark spots and acne scars by increasing cell turnover. The ingredient list includes powerful exfoliating fruit extracts and skin-nourishing antioxidants.

Ole Henriksen Truth Serum ($48)

This is the downright sexiest fragrance in our collection. With notes of patchouli, chocolate, and (of course!) orchid, it's best worn with a very revealing gown and a serious dose of confidence.

Tom Ford Black Orchid Fragrance ($122)

This is the foundation primer rockstars like Madonna rely on to keep makeup in place on stage, so you know it can hold up to any sweaty situation you find yourself in (like Spin class). One layer will erase pores and mattify shine.

Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer ($54)

In middle school, only the coolest girls had these click pens in their purses — and they're still chic today. Each gloss is slick, not sticky, and deliciously scented with just the right dose of pigment.

Stila Lip Glaze ($22)

Summer in a bottle! Salt sprays may be all the rage now, but Bumble and Bumble's was one of the first to ever hit shelves. Spritz this on to damp or dry hair to get sexy, tousled mermaid hair without ever stepping foot on a beach.

Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray ($27)

Fine lines, wrinkles, and a dull complexion don't stand a chance against the powerful cocktail of hyaluronic acid, peptides, and probiotics — and your skin will be so soft upon waking, you'll be touching it all day.

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair ($68)

These iconic pearls look just as good on the complexion as they do on a vanity — finely milled powders with light-diffusing qualities make your skin look airbrushed. Each pearl is made by hand to ensure perfection.

Guerlain Meteorites Perles d'Etoile ($65)

Tarte's cheek stains are the cornerstone of the brand — and were originally made by hand in a tiny New York City apartment. They're completely foolproof to use thanks to their sheer, buildable, and blendable formulas, and the fruity, Jello-like scent is a nice bonus.

Tarte Cheek Stain ($30)

Eyeko is one British makeup brand that has become a favourite among celebrities. In fact, street style star Alexa Chung created an entire line of products with her seal of approval including this eyeliner. Using this felt-tip pen to create winged looks is like having training wheels on your first bike. The thick marker makes it easy to get in the tight crevices around the eye with a liquid-like finish.

Alexa Chung Lash Enhancing Eye Do Eyeliner ($22)

When a company resurrects a discontinued product because it was selling for more than $100 on eBay, you know it has to be good. This highlighter's gleam is subtle enough for everyday glam and available in four hues for a variety of skin tones.

Revlon PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator ($7)

We have one of these in our desk, in our home, and at our boyfriend's place — it's that good. The scent is light and refreshing, while the powder formula absorbs extra oil (without leaving behind awkward clumps!) and adds texture to flat, next-day hair.

Klorane Dry Shampoo ($20)

Space is at a premium in most New York City homes, so multitasking formulas like Dove's creamy body wash are a shower staple. We like using the rich, lotion-like formula as a sudsy shaving cream as well as a cleanser.

Dove Body Wash ($5)

We're pretty sure that Laura Mercier started the tinted moisturiser revolution. With SPF, breathable coverage, and a range of 15 shades, this product makes skin look its natural best.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser ($45)

Before the eyebrows on fleek trend was even a twinkle in someone's eye, arch guru Anastasia Soare was ensuring that celebrities and real girls alike had envious brows. Skip waiting for an appointment with Anastasia and get the next best thing — her tinted brow gel, which tames unruly hairs and makes sparse arches look amped up.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel ($22)

Nail artists swear by Seche Vite and with good reason: by the time you're finished painting one hand with it, your nails are ultraglossy and completely dry, so you won't mess up your claw creation.

Seche Vite Top Coat ($10)

It's hard to pick a favourite from OPI's wide range of shades, but this bestselling cherry hue has earned a permanent spot in our pedicure rotation because of its ability to flatter all skin tones. The microfine shimmer gives it a little boost of bling, helping to make it one of the brand's biggest hits.

OPI Nail Lacquer in I'm Not Really a Waitress ($6)

If you've ever had trouble fitting an eyelash curler to your eye, you should try reaching for Shu Uemura's tool. The rubber pad was specially created for almond-shaped eyes and gets superclose to your lash line for a doe-y, wide-eyed look.

Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler ($22)

Chances are your grandma is still using Pond's to remove her makeup at night. Cold cream was the most popular water-free cleansing method before wipes became cool, and it's still popular because it's the most moisturising way to get rid of mascara.

Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser ($8)

Practically every celebrity hairstylist touts this texturizing spray and lists it among their top three products. Not only does it brilliantly double as a dry shampoo, but it adds extreme volume to fine, flat hair without making it look dull or dusty.

Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray ($46)

When we want a bold, inky-black fringe, we apply layer upon layer of DiorShow. It's a top pick of makeup artists everywhere for a reason — its larger-than-life brush reaches every lash, creating a falsies effect in one stroke.

Dior's Diorshow Mascara ($29)

Not only do they completely remove every trace of dirt, oil, and makeup, but these facial wipes leave tired, sensitive skin soothed and balanced.

Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Facial Towelettes ($4)

Supposedly one of these gorgeous pens is sold every second, and if you've used one, you know why: the natural-looking highlighter comes in a variety of shades and adds subtle lift to wherever it's applied. Try it on the Cupid's bow to make your lips look curvier.

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat ($38)

Waterproof makeup doesn't stand a chance against Lancôme's formula. Unlike many powerful makeup removers, this one just feels refreshing and natural, instead of stinging eyes or greasing up skin.

Lancôme Bi-Facial Makeup Remover ($30)

Backstage at Fashion Week, there is one skin care brand you will hear repeated again and again — Embryolisse. The models use it to keep their skin moisturised between runways, while makeup artists rely on the thick, unscented cream to prep the face for foundation.

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentrate ($16)

Originally created as a nipple tint for exotic dancers (really!), this classic rose-scented stain adds a natural flush to lips and cheeks with just a small dab of product.

Benefit Cosmetics Benetint ($30)

Rosebud lip salve is so much more than a lip balm. You can use this product everywhere from chapped lips and peeling cuticles to ashy knees. We even like to mix the wax with blush to get a subtle, dewy finish.

Rosebud Perfume Co. Rosebud Salve ($6)

Ballet Slippers is so iconic it's been trademarked. It's been seen on the claws of everyone from Jennifer Lopez to Barbra Streisand thanks to the colour's chic "your nails but better" look.

Essie in Ballet Slippers ($9)

There's a good reason everyone from your mother to Marilyn Monroe claims this as her signature fragrance — it's cosy, clean, womanly, and acts as a statement accessory all on its own.

Chanel No.5 Fragrance ($80)

We started using this famous yellow lotion when we were teens, and we still use it today. The easily absorbed formula delivers serious hydration to dry, sensitive skin without causing any breakouts — a moisturiser must then and now.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturiser ($27)

This is the Manolo Blahnik of face creams. The superluxe moisturiser was created by an aerospace scientist looking for the perfect treatment for his chemical burns. He developed this formula using biofermentation, a four-month process that allows the ingredients to grow stronger for more potent results. The cream melts into skin, leaving you glow-y, not greasy.

La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturising Cream ($85)

What makes the Mason Pearson brush so popular among stylists is the boar and synthetic bristle mix. You can use it to smooth back your hair in a ponytail or create volume for your at-home blowout.

Mason Pearson Brush ($230)

Just mist this floral-scented essence over your skin once, and you'll find yourself trying it again and again. We keep it on our desks for a refreshing midday boost of moisture.

Tata Harper Hydrating Floral Essence ($89)

Any other set of tweezers is totally incomparable to a pair by Tweezerman. Not only do these tweezers stay perfectly precise for years, the brand will sharpen them for you free of charge any time they seem to lose their luster — so they practically pay for themselves.

Tweezerman Leopard-Print Slant Tweezer ($26)

We hate to break it to you, but there is no way you can completely erase your pores, but this Smashbox primer comes pretty close. It acts like an Instagram filter that will blur all your fine lines prefoundation.

Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer ($36)

Before cream makeup was cool, makeup artists were mixing mediums with Eight-Hour Cream. The hydrating salve creates a fabulous base for lip gloss and eye shadow, but it originally gained its popularity as a celebrity skin care favourite.

Elizabeth Arden Eight-Hour Cream ($22)

The Naked palette was one of the first palettes to cause a true shopping frenzy in the beauty community. It's a great option for beauty junkies and newbies alike, featuring 12 flattering takes on nude in shimmer, glitter, and matte formulas as well as a double-ended shadow brush. This one palette spawned a whole Naked series by Urban Decay, and it's still our favourite of the assortment — the warm and cool shades flatter all skin tones.

Urban Decay Naked Palette ($54)

Lip balm addicts have one of these in every purse — it's moisturising without being greasy or waxy, it provides SPF 15 (essential all year-round!), and its sugary citrus scent makes us want to eat a lemon square. This lip treatment's cult status inspired 10 pigmented versions of the product, but this clear unisex balm remains our favourite.

Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment ($24)

This sheet mask is the supermodel secret to looking fresh after taking a red-eye flight. The thin cotton cloth seals in the antioxidants and vitamins for up to 30 minutes, revealing a brighter complexion. It's a postflight, posthangover beauty essential, and we keep ours in the fridge for an extracooling effect.

SK-II Facial Treatment Mask ($95)

Every beauty editor will tell you that the secret to her flawless skin is the Clarisonic. The oscillating brush head gets deep into pores to clear even the thickest layers of makeup and gently slough away dead skin.

Clarisonic Skincare Mia 1 Skincare Brush Kit ($129)

Are you a little too clumsy for liquid liner? Bobbi Brown's gel liner is for you. This formula is essentially a semisolid form of liquid liner, brushing on to create a bold statement without a mess.

Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner ($27)

This is so much more than your ordinary soap. Erno Laszlo's facial-in-a-bar is made with mud from the Dead Sea and exfoliates, moisturises, and detoxifies skin for a radiant complexion. The brand dates back to 1927 and counts Marilyn Monroe, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, and Audrey Hepburn among its celebrity fans.

Erno Laszlo Deep Cleansing Bar ($38)

Harry Josh is one of the most sought-after stylists in the world and has worked with celebrities like Gisele Bündchen, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Christy Turlington, to name a few. While this hair dryer may cost a pretty penny, it's basically guaranteed to give you nothing but good hair days. The tool is lightweight, has an ultrawide nozzle to blast more hair at once, and features eight different settings for professional-quality results.

Harry Josh Pro Dryer ($199)

This gentle cleanser was formulated with botanical extracts including rosemary and white birch, so it rinses away makeup while infusing skin with nutrients.

Koh Gen Do Makeup Remover ($43)

It's hard to find a dimensional vanilla fragrance that's cuddly, comforting, and sweet without being sickly, but Bath & Body Works nailed it. The notes feature three different vanillas, tonka bean, and florals for a warm and sexy scent. It's best enjoyed in body-lotion form, so you can cover yourself with it like a delicious olfactory blanket.

Bath & Body Works Body Lotion in Warm Vanilla Sugar ($12)

Though you may be daunted by a foam self tanner, St. Tropez's formula features a guide colour to ensure you don't miss a spot. The proprietary blend includes a bit of green mixed in with the bronze hue, meaning you'll always look bronze and sun-kissed, never Oompa Loompa orange.

St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse ($33)

While you may be tempted to shake the bottle of this spot treatment, don't! It's designed for you to dip a cotton swab into the sediment, then dab it on your pimple. Even those sore, lurking blemishes are blasted away overnight.

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion ($17)

This is one of the first curling wands to ever hit the market, and it's been a cult favourite ever since: instead of using a clamp that can create creases in your fresh curls, you use your fingers to hold sections of your strands on this iron for natural, voluminous texture that will turn heads.

Sultra The Bombshell Rod Curling Iron ($130)