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5 Must-Have Products For Glow-Rious Skin

From nourishing serums to revitalizing masks, these must-haves will leave you with a radiant complexion.
5 Must-Have Products For Glow-Rious Skin
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By ESSENCE Editors · Updated June 13, 2023
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With a new season comes the revision of your current skincare regimen to complement the fluctuation of temperature. And although some of us had a milder than usual winter, the warm weather nonetheless is exciting. From revitalizing masks to hydrating serums, we’ve curated a selection of must-have items that will help you achieve that coveted summer time glow. Below, find five products for achieving luminous, glowing skin that will make heads turn wherever you go.

Ole Henriksen Vitamin CC Stick

Ole Henriksen’s Banana Bright+ Vitamin CC Stick is a godsend for diminishing the appearance of dark circles over time. It’s formulated with two forms of vitamin C, so it brightens as it hydrates and it comes in three tints to cancel out discoloration, including banana, apricot and pumpkin.

Available at Sephora
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Biocellulose Brightening Treatment Mask

Looking for a mask that will give your skin a radiant boost? Look no further than this cellulose sheet mask from Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare. It’s saturated in potent ingredients that will set your skin a glow, including vitamin C, lactic acid and niacinamide.

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Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

This lightweight essence does it all: targets scars, dark spots, and wrinkles while improving skin texture and providing intense hydration. It’s suitable for all skin types, especially dehydrated and aging skin.

Available at Ulta Beauty
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Sk-II GenOptics Aura Essence Serum

This brightening serum is here to rescue your skin from dullness and oxidative stress caused by lack of sleep. Watch in awe as your skin transforms, becoming brighter and more radiant.

Available at Sephora
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Black Girl Sunscreen Make It Glow SPF 30

This lightweight, continuous sunscreen spray is here to protect your beautiful skin from harmful rays while leaving you with a radiant, envy-inducing glow. Infused with moisturizing glycerin, jojoba. and avocado, it’s like a spa treatment for your skin.

Available at Ulta Beauty
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