30 Time-Saving Beauty Products That’ll Make You Feel Like A God Among Mortals In 2025
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30 Time-Saving Beauty Products That’ll Make You Feel Like A God Among Mortals In 2025Welcome to the Order of the Chronically On Time.
1. A black eyeliner stamp to take the anxiety-inducing guesswork out of liquid eyeliner application and make it easy to achieve a perfect cat-eye look every time.
The set comes with two double-ended pens. Each pen has one side with the wing stamp, and the other with a traditional liquid eyeliner tip.
Promising review: “Eyeliner was the most tedious part of my makeup routine, but this makes me look forward to doing my liner without having the stress of messing it up with my shaky hands.” —Zehra Ali
Get it from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three sizes and a combo pack).
2. An air-dry leave-in cream so you can get touchable, crunch-free curls, and enjoy less frizz without taking the time to get the blow-dryer or other heat styling tools involved. This cream helps define your natural texture and works best on those with wavy, curly, or coily hair!!
Promising review: “I’m so grateful that I found this product. My hair is wavy and frizzy. Every once in a great while, my waves resemble curls, but the frizz is always there. I’ve only used this product one time so far, and I never want to be without it. I put some on after towel-drying (no brushing) my hair, and my waves actually resembled curls! It wasn’t instant so I was skeptical but after about 15 minutes I caught a glimpse of my hair in the mirror, and I was amazed. It looked styled rather than a ratty mess. I slept on it, and it still looked great in the morning!!!” —mich0610
Get it from Amazon for $7.97.
3. A magical detangling brush because it’s time to quit fighting with your knotted hair and upgrade to something that will glide through your kinky-curly locks and treat them with the respect they deserve.
Promising review: “I purchased this brush three weeks ago and have used it every day. I like the brush so much I ordered three more for my adult daughters. Not only is the brush gentle on my gray hair, but it also feels like I am giving myself a head massage. Also, I appreciate the wide hand base design. I have rheumatoid arthritis and it is not always easy to grip an ordinary hairbrush. Plus, the brush is easy to clean. It truly glides through my wet hair.” —ANS
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 10 colors).
4. A magical makeup-correcting stick if you need a quick and easy way to erase makeup mistakes when you’re rushing through your morning routine (happens to the best of us). It’s also great to toss in your bag for fixing any smudgy raccoon eyes that appear throughout the day.
Promising review: “I previously used cotton swabs and makeup remover. This has made things so much easier. It’s great around the eyes, especially after mascara application when it is all over your lids. No brainer. Buy it.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
5. A soft curling rod headband that’ll bring some “I woke up like this energy” to your styling routine. This set comes with everything you need to achieve flawless waves — no hot tools required. Simply wrap damp locks around the roller, fasten with the provided clip, and catch some Z’s knowing that you’re in for a fuss-free morning.
Each set comes with a curling rod and two hair scrunchies. These are designed to work with all hair types, but work best if you roll them with damp hair!
Promising review: “It’s very quick to learn how to use this, and the results are fabulous! I love how my hair looked the next morning. It was slightly uncomfortable to sleep with the first time I used it, but the second time I did not notice it. Comes with the heartless curler and two scrunchies made of the same material, but lacks a claw clip to secure it in place when wrapping your hair.” —Abby A.
Get it from Amazon for $13.84+ (available in 11 colors).
6. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel for quickly removing years’ (I repeat, YEARS’) worth of hard calluses without endless scraping and scrubbing. Not to mention time and $$$ spent at the nail salon. Just presoak your feet, apply the gel, let sit for 5–10 minutes, and rinse! It’s recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind.
Promising review: “I have the driest heels and this is the ONLY product that has ever worked. Before I used this my heels had some pretty deep cracks and now they’re almost baby soft again. BUT please follow the directions…left it on my super-dry thick-callused heels for only three minutes and the callouses were literally melting off! Wonderful product! So glad I don’t have to go soak my feet in those tubs at the nail salon anymore.” —Kiki
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three scents).
7. A clear quick-drying top coat to cut down on the amount of time you’re unable to use your hands for fear of ruining that fresh mani. This helps dry wet nails within two minutes so you can promptly get back to your regularly scheduled programming. Promising review: “NEVER GETTING MY NAILS PROFESSIONALLY DONE AGAIN. I love having long nails. I do not like spending $50 just to get them painted. I tried the gel polish with gel top coat, I tried the gel system with the lamps, and I tried every polish out there. My hands get washed hundreds of times daily. This stuff is unbelievable. It really works the way they say it does. I applied it about one or two minutes after finishing a second coat of color, and within minutes, it had bonded and set, and my nails stayed shiny and polished for over a week. That is not the full two weeks claimed, but I am unusually hard on my nails, so over a week is AWESOME. I immediately ordered several more.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
8. An all-in-one hot air brush so you can style, dry, and volumize hair in one easy step. This gadget combines the heat of a blow dryer with the shape and bristles of a round brush to make at-home blowouts a breeze.Promising review: “I have very thick, wavy hair. I can never blow out my hair because it’s too hard to hold the round brush and hair dryer in the right spots. THIS!! It is everything all in one and the oval shape makes it so easy to use. It gets really hot. It is a little loud on high, but I’ve found if my hair is already a little dry then I can just use it on low. I used a blow-dry primer spray to accelerate the drying time and protect my hair. I’m in love! The flat iron always flattens my hair and makes it look dry. This straightens and retains the volume and gives it a soft, nondamaged look.” —SAHM2011
Get it from Amazon for $39.87+ (available in nine colors and styles).
Some reviewers with 4a–c curls like the barrel brush, but if you’re looking for something to blow out tighter curls or coils considering checking out the Revlon one-step paddle brush, which is designed with curlier hair in mind!
9. A painless, mint-flavored teeth-whitening pen because traditional strips are expensive, take forever to see results, and can leave you with teeth sensitivity that is, in my professional opinion, NO fun. With this pen you can get noticeable results fast. And the best part? No lingering sensitivity.
Promising review: “I bought this on a whim when I saw someone review it on TikTok. After using it several times over the course of a week, I immediately noticed the difference in the color of my teeth. I’m a smoker and a heavy coffee drinker. I’m finding that this product will be a lifesaver in terms of what my smile looks like. I would definitely recommend!!” —Mully
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $18.95.
10. A lightweight microfiber towel wrap that’ll really save the day when you don’t have a spare 40 minutes to blow-dry your wet head. It’s made from anti-frizz material that’s super absorbent so you can enjoy substantially shorter dry times.
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 showering, 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 $8.99+ (available in 16 color choices).
11. Or a super absorbent scrunchie-towel hybrid if you’re not the biggest fan of working through your getting-ready routine with a big ol’ towel on your head. Just throw your hair up with this microfiber accessory for a quick and heat-free way to dry those luscious locks.
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 styles).
12. A miraculous dark circles concealer with a built-in sponge applicator for effortlessly brightening up any stubborn dark circles with crease-resistant coverage — even on the go!
Promising review: “Unfortunately, I was born with dark circles under my eyes and have had to deal with it all of my adult life. This is the absolute best product I have ever found that covers them up without looking fake. It goes on smoothly, blends in well, and lasts all day. Love it and have used it for many years.” —Sue B
Get it from Amazon for $8.80 (available in 22 shades).
13. A non-aerosol dry shampoo powder packed in a travel-friendly compact to prolong wash day and revive greasy locks so you can basically roll right out of bed and into the office and STILL have coworkers complimenting your fabulous hair.
Promising review: “I am so glad I gave this product a try, as it works amazingly well on my fine, oily hair. I have used just about every dry shampoo product on the market, and this is by far the best one yet. My hair looks beautiful, and I can now go nearly a week without washing (while still having absolutely gorgeous hair)! I used to have to wash my hair every other day when I was using my former favorite dry shampoo (and it made my scalp itch on day two). This product is definitely worth a try, it may soon be your favorite!” —Melanie Havert
Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in six colors).
14. A nourishing Hero Cosmetics rescue balm so you can potentially skip the time-consuming foundation all-together with this color-correcting formula designed to neutralize redness while delivering shine-free moisture.
Promising review: “This stuff is amazing! It goes on easily and you don’t have to use too much. It blends quickly and is not cakey or heavy on your skin. I was shocked at how well it neutralized some of my red spots and cystic acne scars. It’s great to wear under makeup, but is also light enough that if you blend it in you won’t notice it wearing it on a natural face. That’s really nice for when you don’t want to put on a full face of makeup, but want to look a little clearer.” —Claire C.
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
15. A makeup-erasing cloth for gently (but effectively) removing a full face of makeup with just a little bit of water — no additional removers needed. Plus, it’s endlessly reusable! Once it gets dirty, just toss it in the wash.Taylor Miller / BuzzFeed
I bought one of these cloths after including it in previous posts, subsequently selling myself on it (hazard of the job). It honestly works better than I could’ve imagined! You really do just need to dampen it with water to have your makeup melting off in seconds. I think this is a great zero-waste option for people (like me) who don’t wear a ton of makeup on the day-to-day, because you can get a lot of uses from this cloth without needing to wash it constantly. It also washes up shockingly well. I’ve had it for close to two years and every time it comes out of the washing machine almost entirely stain-free I’m equally shocked.
Get it from Amazon for $12.42+ (available in 15 colors/styles).
16. Plus, a speedy mascara remover because the last thing you want to do before bed is spend a short eternity scrubbing your lashes in vain. Simply apply the formula like you would regular mascara, wait a couple of minutes, and wipe off even the most stubborn waterproof mascara with ease.
Promising review: “I was skeptical because I have always struggled with removing waterproof mascara 100% on the first wash/wipe. I applied it to both my lashes and immediately washed my face with my normal cleanser, and I felt nothing on my lashes! Like I never applied anything to them. I am amazed and in shock still from this magical formula and invention! Best creation ever!” —Chrisy
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
Check out my colleague’s Heroine Make Speedy Mascara Remover review for more deets!
17. A silicone-free L’Oréal moisturizing treatment if you want visibly healthier-looking hair FAST — like, eight seconds fast. This rinse-out formula works on any hair texture or length, delivering the proteins and amino acids necessary for a shiny, flippable mane.Promising review: “OMG!!! Most amazing hair treatment I’ve ever used in my entire life. Most hair masks weigh my hair down but since this is a water, it makes it SO soft and bouncy. I’m obsessed and will keep buying. Holy grail.” —Natasha
Get it from Amazon for $10.79.
18. An illuminating nail concealer that’ll make it look like you just walked out of the salon when we both know this DIY mani took a whole lot less effort, time, and money. Coat nails with this semi-sheer, buildable color to easily mask any imperfections, yellowing, and uneven discoloration.
Promising review: “As a 62-year-old woman who gardens, cleans house, etc., I needed something that improved the look of my nails without looking cheap or crappy. This was more than I wanted to spend on nail polish…but totally worth it. Two coats showed NO ridges and looks better than natural without looking fake or cheap. Totally worth it!” —Unbiased Independent Reviewer
Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in five shades).
Check out our Londontown Illuminating Nail Concealer review for more deets!
19. These glamorous magnetic lashes to make falsie application a lot quicker and easier. Each set of reusable lashes sticks right to the included eyeliner so you can cut goopy glue out of the equation entirely.
Promising review: “Was not expecting this product to actually live up to the great reviews. I was skeptical as I had tried magnetic lashes but not the kind with magnetic glue. The eyeliner glue is good quality and goes on smoothly like a regular liquid liner. It is a little wet, so I use cotton swabs to enhance my line. Once the line is on, the lashes go on easily, I use the tweezer to clasp as close to the lash line as possible. Some of the lashes are too big for my taste, but I love the ones I’ve used. Will buy again when I run out.” —Nathaly Osorio
Get an eight-piece set from Amazon for $18.99.
20. An adjustable satin bonnet so you can protect your fabulous ‘do from overnight destruction and wake up to curls that are still intact, frizz-free, and darn near ready to go — even if you’re a wild sleeper.
Promising review: “I have long curly hair and use bonnets at night to prevent tangling, drying, and breaking of my hair. I knew this bonnet was different as soon as I put it on. The wide, soft band was so comfortable on my head, and the long straps to tie it were incredible. I’ve had bonnets before where the elastic was just one size with no option to tie, and they were often too tight or loose. Both were awful to sleep in. I also love the size of the bonnet because I did not have to find a way to fit all of my hair in; it was roomy enough to fit with ease. The material is so silky and smooth, and it’s incredibly lightweight, so it didn’t feel like it was tugging down. I was not disturbed at all in my sleep wearing this bonnet because it was so comfortable. The color is super pretty, and I will be buying more of these. They’re now my favorite!” —Emily
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and 19 colors).
21. A rechargeable hair trimmer if you want silky-smooth legs without partaking in the laborious act of shaving. This pivoting shaver can be used anytime, anywhere without soap or water *and* is perfect for anyone who regularly struggles with nicks, irritation, and razor bumps.
Promising review: “This is the best electric shaver I ever used. I have bought several, and they just never did a nice job. This shaver shaves close, never irritates the skin, and is quick and easy to use. Nice compact size and great battery life. I highly recommend this shaver.” —georgie
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
22. Some corkscrew Goody hair pins that do the work of 20 regular bobby pins to deliver all-day staying power for your fanciest up-dos. Just pull your hair into a bun like normal, twist these pins into place, and you and your ballerina bun are ready to take on the day. Quick and easy!
Promising review: “I’m a nursing student and have to wear my hair in a bun every day. I’ve tried all the bun makers, watched YouTube videos, and spent way too much time on getting my hair into a bun. I was able to make a pretty bun that was secure in under 30 seconds. I thought it was a fluke so I did it again, and then again. I just ordered two more packs because I know if I lose one of these, I’d have to tear the house down looking for it. I have hair to my mid back, and three of these worked perfectly for me. If I can get my hair in a bun in under 30 seconds, trust me…anyone can.” —Tina
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $9.19.
23. Or a 2-in-1 hair Curlinator for achieving the* perfect ballerina bun and heatless curls (when used with clean, damp hair) with one multitasking tool.
Curlinator Designs / Etsy
Curlinator Designs is a mom-owned small business based in North Carolina that specializes in helpful hair accessories.
Promising review: “Love it!!! I was concerned I wouldn’t be able to figure out how to use it, but videos make understanding simple. So much easier to use in the mornings than fixing your hair in a bun!!!” —bld9
Get it from Curlinator Designs on Etsy for $12.75 (available in 18 colors).
24. A genius dry makeup remover sponge to quickly remove pigment from your brushes when switching between colors by just swirling it around. If you tend to only use one brush when applying eyeshadow, not cleaning it might be why your look isn’t as vibrant as your inspo image.
Promising review: “These work really well and are very easy to wash and use. I would recommend them if you do a lot of eye makeup and don’t have like 40 brushes. Makes one set of eye brushes a viable option for a look.” —Elizabeth P.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $7.99.
25. A wall-mounted shower hair catcher if too much of your shower time is spent working to free your fingers from a nest of loose hair. Instead of shaking it off to clog your drain or smearing it on the wall, simply run your fingers through this cat’s silicone “teeth” to trap that hairball and move on.
Shower Cat is the small business behind this…well..shower cat.
Promising review: “This little thing has saved us so much time and effort when cleaning the shower! Just stick it up with the included adhesive, and every time you wash your hair you can just rub your finger along the silicone nubs to catch it. Holds quite a bit of hair, and has outlasted even bleaching the shower. Super simple to clean, and stood up to being sprayed directly with cleaner and rinsed out.” —Gwynne Bee
Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in white and pink).
26. A lay-flat drawstring makeup organizer so you can spend less time digging through your bag for that certain shade of lipstick and more time just getting it done.
Lay-n-Go is a woman-owned small business that’s been in business for over 10 years! What started as a solution for quickly cleaning up Legos has evolved into a full line of products to solve a wide range of organizational needs.
Promising review: “I’ve been in the travel industry for 16 years, and up ’til now, I haven’t found a durable and easy-to-access makeup bag. They are always too small or so big your makeup rolls around and gets on everything. This is the perfect size to fit a full face worth of makeup products without being bulgy or bulky. The brush holders inside work perfectly, and any small items like bobby pins or hair ties go great in the zipper compartment to keep them easily accessible. Highly recommended if you do makeup on the go.” —ASilver105
Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in three sizes and 31 colors).
27. A detangling leave-in conditioner spray that’ll tame frizz, hydrate curls, reduce breakage, and just generally decrease the amount of time spent fussing over your kid’s hair — something you’ll both be grateful for.Promising review: “My daughter’s curly hair is usually filled with tangles in the morning because she tosses and turns in her sleep, but this leave-in has been an absolute lifesaver. It is lightweight, adds shine and definition to her ringlets, and best of all, it’s much easier to run a brush through her hair in the morning. This spray also has a fruity scent that my little girl loves. I highly recommend it to other moms.” —AME
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes).
28. A fragrance-free texturizing powder for adding some heatless *oomph* to fine hair that usually likes to do one thing and one thing only…lie flat. Simply massage this translucent powder into your roots to enjoy hours of texture and va-va-volume.
Promising review: “I have very fine hair and no matter what product I use, it never seems to have any volume…until I found this miracle powder! I’ve been using it for years. Just a few dashes of powder to my roots and my fine limp hair looks amazing! If you have fine hair, don’t hesitate to buy this!!!” —Kitty Blocher
Get it from Amazon for $21.95.
29. A pack of self-adhesive eyeshadow shields to catch eyeshadow fallout and accidental smears, while doubling as a guide to follow for winged eyeliner and clean smoky eye edges. Amazon
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. When taking them off, they really stick, so just be gentle. Still great.” —Andrea
Get a box of 120 pieces from Amazon for $6.99.
30. Or a silicone reusable eye makeup shield because it easily wipes clean and does everything the disposable version can (except stick to your face), in addition to doubling as an under-eye de-puffer if you pop it in the fridge or freezer. Amazon
Promising review: “This moon slice is perfect and everything I’ve ever wished for. I wanted an eyeshadow shield that a) wasn’t sticky, and b) was reusable. This particular gadget gets bonus points for being made of silicone, which is stiff yet flexible and fits comfortably — and pleasantly — under the eye. I also feel the grippy nature of the silicone helps catch eyeshadow fallout better than, say, a business card. All in all, this is an amazing little tool.” —Kat
Get it from Amazon for $13.32.
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