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Deciding on an outfit already takes enough time. These products will help you speed through your beauty routine and still arrive looking like the diva you are. ✨

Getting your hair and makeup done faster so you have more time to pick out your outfit is simple girl math — and these products are here to help make that happen. From a hair tool to speed up your blowout to a body exfoliator that's prefilled with soap for a faster shower routine, these might just have you showing up to work or your next event... ON TIME. 👀

Promising review: "Love love love these! I have long hair (almost up to my waist), and I hate to have my hair dripping water right after a shower, but I do not want to use my hair dryer at all times, so I just keep this wrapped up for a while, and it does wonders! My hair is almost fully dry when I take this off (15–30 minutes max), and I feel relieved that I don’t have to carry the weight of a full towel around! The button is nicely placed, and it’s easy to just wrap it around your head. I have one, and my stepdaughter has the other, and we both love it!!" —Ana Davis

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.55+ (available in eight colors).

Promising review: "I ordered this because I was sick of keeping a towel on my head for so long while my hair dried, and if I didn't have a towel, my shirt was soaking wet from my hair after a shower. For reference, I had very long, thick hair, and it takes a while to air-dry — and I'm so happy I found this scrunchie! It's a lot bigger in person than it looks in the image, which is great because it covers more of your hair to help dry it. No more heavy towels on my head or tight towel wraps." —Meghan

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two colors).

Promising reviews: "If I could give more stars, I would. Love this sponge. It is a nice little scrubby with the best-smelling suds. Best of all, when used daily, it makes your skin extra smooth. I use it all over, especially my arms that had started to look a bit crepey...I'll be 70 this year. But, with the use of this sponge, my arms look and feel wonderful." —jj

"My skin is much smoother and healthier-looking since using this! It has brightened my skin, and it smells amazing! It’s a time saver!" —Aesco

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 10 scents and multipack options).

Promising review: "I was skeptical about these. Every wipe I have used before left a sticky residue, and its cleaning didn't seem to last very long. But I read the reviews for this product on Amazon and figured I would give it a try. I thought my first one was defective as it was hardly 'wet,' but wow, it worked great. Left me feeling very clean, with no residue or icky scent. I am hooked for life!" —D. MacGowan

Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $34.99.

Uncle Funky's Daughter is a Black woman-owned company that was acquired by Renee Morris in 2014. She has used her own 20+-year natural-hair journey to expand the natural haircare line.

Read more about how rosemary oil could be as helpful at encouraging hair growth as Rogaine at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I've used this product for many years and am still amazed. I've used it with my loose natural hair, braids, and now locs. Since it is a more natural product, the scent isn't a strong artificial scent, like mainstream commercial products. This scent reminds me of a mild lemon lavender soap. I saturate my scalp (and use a microfiber cloth to help clean my scalp). I then proceed to spray the rest of my hair generously. If I do this, my hair will smell fresh for days (depending on my activities). I've never used a dry or foam shampoo that comes anywhere close." —CFranklin

Promising reviews: "If I could give this more stars I would!!" —Timothy Pilkington

"I have smelled [Cheirosa '62] on other women in public and have been too scared to ask what it was they were wearing. I bought this on a whim on the Prime Day sale and was FLOORED. It’s equal parts summer/beachy with an almost coconut vanilla essence, but also gives cozy fall vibes as well. I can’t stop smelling my own hair, this stuff is amazing." —Caralina Casperson

Get it from Amazon for $26 (available in 12 scents and two sizes).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. The dark color is perfectly sheer. It also adds the most beautiful color to your lips. I am a Clinique Black Honey lip fan, and this gives me the same look for a fraction of the cost. I love it and have multiple that I keep in various spots. Not sticky either, which is my biggest gripe about lip glosses. My hair doesn’t get stuck in this like some glosses, but I get the shine." —Hamps5

Get it from Amazon for $8 (available in six shades). 

This mascara is my all-time favorite! It really makes my eyes pop, and it's SO affordable! I struggle with putting on fake lashes, so I love how this gives me a similar look without the hassle. Plus, it's gluten-free and cruelty-free. Check out my full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review!

Promising review: "My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect, and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can’t stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour work day right to the gym and sweat like crazy... and this stuff doesn’t budge! I love it!!" —Carrie E Miller

Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in four shades).

I don't know if it's the shape of my eye or my clumsiness, but I ALWAYS get mascara on my lid, and it annoys me so very deeply. I just cannot ignore it and go about my day. I've tried just using my trusty Neutrogena makeup wipes to clean it up, but it's so difficult to get close to the lash line that I end up taking off more of my makeup than I wanted to. Which is even more annoying to touch up as a perpetually late person. I gave these swabs a try, and now I always want them on deck! I'm able to remove my mascara and eyeliner mishaps more precisely (they come in handy for cleaning up a cat eye look, too!). Plus, it doesn't make my lid feel greasy or oily, unlike a previous makeup stick I've tried. It's so quick and easy that it's become one of my go-to makeup hacks. And you may be wondering, "Can I just use a regular cotton swap dipped in liquid makeup remover?" The answer is yes. But if you're lazy and/or always rushing like me, then having these ready-to-go at all times is worth the $9! 

Promising review: "I discovered these a few years ago, and they are my favorite for quickly fixing my makeup. I do not let myself run out of them. Make sure to keep the lid on tight, or they will dry out quickly." —Cindylouhou72

Note: There are some mixed reviews over the stickiness of these — some people say they're very sticky, and others say they're not sticky enough. I would suggest using them on a clean, dry face. 

Promising review: "I've been a certified makeup artist for 12 years. Used for my cousin's wedding makeup, and they worked really well as far as catching fallout and shaping goes, but taking them off, they really stick, so just be gentle. Still great." —Andrea

Get a box of 120 pieces from Amazon for $6.99.

Promising review: "I put some in my hair for the first time today, and I'm impressed! I towel dried my hair and then put about a quarter size in my palm and spread throughout my hair, scrunched my hair, and then let it air dry. I think it did a good job at defining my waves and eliminating the serious frizz." —ninjamommy

I own this blush in four shades (I'm wearing "Berry Nectar" above). I can't lie, when I first put it on, I def overdid it... It's just SO darn pigmented! You seriously only need a tiny bit. But the bright side of that? That bottle is going to last a while. I've been using the different shades almost daily lately — I think my fave is becoming "Arctic Rose." They blend really well, whether I'm quickly using my finger or taking my time with a brush or sponge. I love how it livens up my face and adds some dimension. Plus, I can't even feel it on my face; it's so lightweight. 

Promising review: "Lumene makes wonderful products, and this illuminating liquid blush is one of their best... It goes on smoothly, and you can add layers for more intensity. I use a quick swipe every day. It lasts a long time." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in six shades).

Mane Club is a small business specializing in cruelty-free, vegan hair products.

Promising review: "I have fine hair that tangles very easily and has little to no volume. This stuff is a dream when it comes to untangling my hair. It is lightweight and does not weigh my hair down. Plus it smells fantastic!" —Caela D.

Get it from Mane Club for $10 or from Amazon for $9.95.

Reviewers also say that it's a great, inexpensive alternative to the popular Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Color Correcting Cream.

Promising review: "This stuff is a miracle! I have struggled with redness ever since my HS acne cleared up. I don't need blemish coverage, but just something to even out my skin tone. I tried this, and it was a MIRACLE! I don't understand how it works, but it goes on green and then magically matches my skin tone! It lasts all day, doesn't make my face feel too oily (like some moisturizers do), and looks like I'm not wearing anything at all!" –Laura Key

Get it from Amazon for $10.97 (also available in five other shades and as a two-pack).

Promising review: "I have always stayed away from foundation because I could never get the color right, it was thick, felt gross on my skin, then would look too heavy. THIS IS AMAZING! I will forever purchase this. It’s light, smooth, and matches my skin. It doesn’t cake into my fine lines and makes my skin look perfect. It’s creamy and soft and moisturizes my skin without it feeling sticky." —Ot

Get it from Glossier or from Sephora for $30 (available in 12 shades).

Promising review: "I love this product. It makes it look like you have a natural glow, without feeling heavy or looking cakey. Great for those with dry skin who can’t wear heavy foundation but want to smooth out their skin." —Jessica Giles

Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (available in five shades).

Reviewers with all different hair types and textures have found this brush helpful for pain-free detangling. From people with curls and coils to people with straight hair, this brush has been a winner for them all!

Promising review: "I'm a single dad of a 6-year-old girl, and combing her hair is the hardest part of taking care of her. She gets really bad knots in her hair. This brush is the only thing that has ever worked. Thank you so much. She even likes to comb her own hair now." —Eric Phan

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 10 colors and two-packs).

Reviewers of all different hair types (straight, curly, and kinky) love this tool, BUT there is also a paddle brush version that's especially great for Types 3 and 4 hair (aka curls and coils).

Promising reviews: "My hair is baby fine and thin, and most hair dryers cause me to get nasty split ends and breakage. I bought this on a whim, and the difference between this and my high-end dryer has been phenomenal! I have more volume in less time than it takes my usual routine. Plus, I've had much less breakage as well. To style, I use a volumizer and heat protector, then flip my hair over and blow-dry upside down. When I'm finished and flip my head back over, vavoom! Big hair!" —Trisha Rutherford

"Works on 4C hair. I have thick, coarse, kinky, and long hair. Which essentially means my hair was built to destroy most hair tools available. I had given up on blow drying my hair independently years ago because it was too much of a hassle to go to a salon, and it was too difficult for me to do alone trying to juggle the blow dryer and whatever wand/brush I would try to use at the time to grip my hair when all I’d end up doing is break them. This tool has been a godsend. For the first time ever, I’ve been able to blow-dry my hair on my own! I really only blow dry my hair so that I can braid it and put it in other protective styles, and this tool is perfect for just that!" —Anla

Get it from Amazon for $41.27+ (available in eight styles).

This product is loved by people with all different hair types, but especially curly, wavy, and coily textures. If you have thin hair, you should keep the heat settings lower. 

Promising reviews: "I have always had curly hair and struggled to get it straight, especially when most new straighteners have much smaller plates. I initially purchased this one because it was wider, then I used it, and WOW!! This flat iron works wonders and can be used on damp hair with steam mode!! No damage! I let my daughter, who has naturally wavy, waist-length hair, try it, and she never gave mine back. I was thrilled to find this on Amazon!!! Don’t waste your money on all the hyped brand names out there! This is a steal and works wonders." —Kindle Customer AJaggs

"I’m still in awe at this product. I’m a Black woman with thick, long hair. My hair takes 30 minutes at most to dry using a hair dryer, so I was introduced to this product by my sister. I was very hesitant about the idea of using a flat iron on my wet hair to dry and straighten. To my surprise, this wet2straight feature is my new love. I can shampoo my own hair and be my own hairdresser. Love it. The heat level is perfect for my thickness. I bought the 1 3/4 inches so it covers the volume of hair at once, which works well. It’s actually a great value for money, considering I would have to purchase a dryer and a straightener, and I love the look. Thank you, Remington, for this product, especially for Black girls like me with my thick hair." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "Y'all!!!! I’m 34 and have never been able to accomplish the perfect cat eye, so I just never wore it. I ordered this thinking it was silly because it’s such a simple concept… too good to be true????? BRO. Not only does the stamp work, but the liner itself is also so smudge-proof that I could hardly get it off with makeup wipes. 12/10." —Allison Burns

Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I don’t usually write reviews but this product blew my expectations away! I’ve always suffered from messy ponytails (thank you, baby hairs) but not anymore. I’m able to wear my hair in a pony to work without it looking messy and unprofessional." —Shannon Hurley

This is a strong-hold hair gel, so although it can be used on all hair types, it's recommended for Types 3A–4C. And note that the jar is quite small — just two ounces.

Read more about how rosemary oil could be as helpful at encouraging hair growth as Rogaine at Cleveland Clinic.

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Promising review: "This product works for laying down the edges. Not only that I have some balding around the edges, but after using this product, I am seeing new edges (new hair growth around the edges). I have been using this product for several weeks now, and it works for me. Just wish I could purchase a larger size. Maybe a 4 oz or 6 oz jar." —Sylvia

Get it from Amazon for $6.94 (also available in a mango formula).

Promising review: "Spent years using a brow pomade but got tired of it drying out in the little pot so quickly. I avoided pencils since I could never find one that went on as saturated and with a creamy sort of consistency that I was used to. Tried this on a whim since I'd seen a few positive reviews via YouTube and thought the angled tip was pretty neat. I don't know if I'd want to use anything else ever again because I love it so much! Easy to apply, goes on smoothly, and the little brush on the end is great for evenly brushing product through the brows once they're filled in. Looks so natural and precise. So very happy to get out of my comfort zone and try something new." —Shannon Anderson

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four shades).

Promising review: "Exactly what I wanted and needed! Keeps my hair out of my face and in so many colors that will go with anything. Doesn’t slide off and not too tight." —Jojo96

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 11 color varieties).

Promising review: "This is a quality, versatile product that makes my skin look like I had a facial. I use it as a moisturizer and enjoy the way it primes my skin for makeup. My skin is combination, and the formula does not clog my pores; instead, it seems to erase them. I love that you can use it to cleanse your skin, which makes it a good multitasker for travel. It is gentle enough to be used around your eyes, too. The scent is delicious, and the product is light and creamy." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $32 (also available in a 1-ounce tube).

Promising review: "I was tired of fumbling around in my cosmetics case and saw this. I was skeptical, but...WOW! On my recent two-week trip to Europe, with constant laying out and packing up, this item was wonderful. I could find what I wanted quickly, right away. Packing up was just a matter of pulling the drawstring. At first I wasn’t sure about changing to this bag, but now I could not do without it." —Mojosharkey

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in three sizes and 30 colors).

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Kayla Boyd, a senior editor on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a wide range of categories (including size-inclusive fashion, beauty, travel, and home), has worked at BuzzFeed since 2019 and has been in the lifestyle and e-commerce space of digital media for over a decade.