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They're cute, they're gentle on strands and they make you look like you actually tried (even when you didn't).

Including cream and oil (yes, oil!) blushes, potent brightening serums and sunscreens we can't wait to wear every single day this summer.

This backstage beauty staple is spring's favorite hair accessory.

Beauty brands truly outdid themselves this year when it came to gift-worthy holiday offerings.

Including reusable eye masks that are as simple as they are genius and subtle makeup picks we've been relying on for all our Zoom meetings.

Including beauty sets that offer major savings, luxurious skin-care picks that rarely go on sale and a candle that evokes the great outdoors.

We will continue to update as more companies step forward.

Consider these picks the homemade sourdough of the beauty realm.

Including luxury makeup finds and skin-care tools that just might help you feel calm for a moment.

Including picks for every hair type and texture.

Let these expert tips guide the way.

Including colorful makeup palettes, energy-boosting supplements, glow-enhancing exfoliators, spring-y fragrances and rich moisturizers.

Treat yo scalp.

Oily, lifeless, flat styles: See ya!

Including mood-lifting candles, skin-saving masks and fragrances that remind us spring is (eventually) coming.

Spoil everyone on your "nice" list — without emptying your savings account.

Bonus: It's sold in a set with a really great beach wave spray.

A colorist breaks down her favorite formulas for blondes.

Being a thoughtful gift-giver doesn't have to mean emptying your wallet on the fanciest, bougiest finds that money can buy.

Because your in-shower products don't always cut it.

Plus, 18 other looks from the event.

Major hair inspo to get you through this scorching-hot week.