Award season is in full swing, and that means your favourite famous faces are on it when it comes to perfecting their complexions. That might involve visiting a dermatologist or scheduling sessions with an esthetician — and it most definitely means developing a solid skincare regimen at home. Like everyone else, celebrities have their favourite skincare products, from cleansers to toners to face masks. (Admit it, everyone loves a good sheet-mask selfie.) More often than not, you'll find these celebrity-favourite skincare products at Sephora [1], where luxurious serums and doctor-backed brands provide countless ways to make your skin its best.
To find out which products celebrities actually trust with their skin, you'd need to scour Instagram stories, read countless interviews, snoop on their makeup artists' socials, and watch hours of beauty tutorials. Or you could, you know, just read this guide to celebrity-favourite skincare products. Designed to help inform your next shopping haul, it reveals the Kardashians' favourite exfoliants, the Japanese brand beloved by the A-list, Karlie Kloss's secret weapon for staying fresh-faced, even the lightweight sunscreen that a former Spice Girl swears by. Keep reading to see the highly effective skincare products you'll find hanging out near celebrity sinks — and, of course, at Sephora.
Lancer The Method: Polish
Kim Kardashian [2] West is a longtime fan of products developed by Beverly Hills dermatologist Howard Lancer, and she once blogged about her love of Lancer The Method: Polish [3] ($75). The ultra-fine exfoliator is designed to be used before cleansing — an unusual but highly effective technique to keep skin at its most radiant.
L'Occitane Shea Nail and Cuticle Oil
Zendaya [4] keeps [5] a tube of L'Occitane Shea Nail and Cuticle Oil [6] ($19) in her bag. The dry oil is applied with a brush, which makes it ideal for on-the-go moisture without the mess.
Tatcha Camellia Gold Spun Lip Balm
Comedian Ali Wong favours Tatcha Camellia Gold Spun Lip Balm [7] ($30), which features 23k gold flakes. "Look how fancy it is," she told [8] Into the Gloss. "It makes me feel like Marie Antoinette."
Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
Looking to create a complexion as glowing as Chrissy Teigen's? Try Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel [9] ($88), which she uses [10] (along with La Mer).
Foreo UFO
When prepping the skin of her client Alexa Chung, celebrity makeup artist Ciara O'Shea uses the Foreo UFO [11] ($279) device. The 90-second mask treatment uses sonic pulsations, temperature, and LED wavelengths to help deliver active ingredients to skin more efficiently.
SK-II Pitera Facial Treatment Mask
Among the many famous fans of SK-II Pitera Facial Treatment Mask [12] ($95) are Kate Bosworth [13], Cate Blanchett [14], and (bet you didn't see this one coming) Katie Couric. You don't, however, need to be part of the Kate/Cate club to benefit from the glow-giving qualities of this famously luxe mask.
Ole Henriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub
When she's travelling, model Karlie Kloss wakes up [15] tired skin with Ole Henriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub [16] ($28). It's made with walnut powder, not chunks of nut, so there's no need to worry about scratching your face.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Sun Drops SPF 50
Dr. Barbara Sturm Sun Drops SPF 50 [17] ($145) is a lightweight serum that provides serious sun protection, and it's a favourite of Victoria Beckham [18]. Is it a coincidence that she seemingly hasn't aged since her Spice Girls years? You be the judge.
First Aid Beauty Eye Duty Triple Remedy
Hey, you know how Selena Gomez [19] always looks bright-eyed and well-rested — even though her career means long hours on set and in the studio? It could be good genes. It could also be First Aid Beauty Eye Duty Triple Remedy [20] ($36), which she uses [21] to de-puff and brighten in the morning.
Caudalie Glycolic Peel
Kourtney, the Kardashian with a clear interest in clean beauty, is a fan of Caudalie Glycolic Peel [22] ($39). Ten minutes with this gentle AHA peel leaves you with soft, selfie-ready skin — and a more even complexion with regular use.
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream
Drew Barrymore [23] recommends Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream [24] ($32), calling [25] the gentle moisturiser "fantastic." It's ideal for dry, sensitive skin — and works beautifully under makeup, too.
Marc Jacobs Beauty Youthquake Hydra-Full Retexturizing Gel Crème Moisturiser
What do Lizzo [26], Ciara, and Lady Gaga [27] have in common — aside from being groundbreaking artists? All of them prepped [28] their skin with Marc Jacobs Beauty Youthquake Hydra-Full Retexturizing Gel Crème Moisturiser [29] ($59) before last year's Met Gala.