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15 of the Best New Skincare Products for Spring

The must-buys for a great complexion at every age.

By Katie Becker
Lip, Brown, Skin, Eyelash, Forehead, Eyebrow, Style, Iris, Beauty, Tints and shades, pinterest
Alexandre Weinberger

Complexion perfection for the spring season and beyond.

1

Hydrating Cleansers

<p>Oil molecules in <a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod13531031" target="_blank">Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water</a> ($9) lift makeup with the swipe of a cotton pad, says New York dermatologist Patricia Wexler. For dry skin, try <a href="http://www.laneige.com/sg/en/product/skincare/line/view.fresh-brightening-cleansing-oil.cleansing.html" target="_blank">Laneige Fresh Brightening Cleansing Oil</a> ($35).</p>
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Oil molecules in Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water ($9) lift makeup with the swipe of a cotton pad, says New York dermatologist Patricia Wexler. For dry skin, try Laneige Fresh Brightening Cleansing Oil ($35).

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Ultimate Multitaskers

<p>"The most crucial anti-ager is SPF," insists San Diego dermatologist Melanie Palm. Shave time off your morning routine by using a base with flaw fighters and SPF added in. For full coverage with potent green-tea extracts, pat on AmorePacific's creamy foundation. La Prairie's light tint has skin-protective algae and botanical extracts.</p><p><strong>La Prairie</strong> Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal Transforming Cream SPF 30, $195, <a href="http://www.laprairie.com/default/ice-crystal/cellular-swiss-ice-crystal-cream/95790-01128-23.html" target="_blank">laprairie.com</a>; For the ultra-perfect complexion seen at Balmain, try<strong> L'Oréal Paris</strong> Visible Lift CC Cream SPF 20, $13, <a href="http://www.lorealparisusa.com/en/products/makeup/face/bb-cream/visible-lift-cc-cream.aspx" target="_blank">lorealparis.com</a>; <strong>AmorePacific </strong>Age Correcting Foundation Cushion SPF 25, $80, <a href="http://us.amorepacific.com/age-correcting-foundation-cushion-broad-spectrum-spf-25-104?gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1SBrCVkg8FgBd5AtvS859HGCKNJgvaqoLnbgGE-qivehoCjFrw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank">amorepacific.com</a>. </p>
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"The most crucial anti-ager is SPF," insists San Diego dermatologist Melanie Palm. Shave time off your morning routine by using a base with flaw fighters and SPF added in. For full coverage with potent green-tea extracts, pat on AmorePacific's creamy foundation. La Prairie's light tint has skin-protective algae and botanical extracts.

La Prairie Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal Transforming Cream SPF 30, $195, laprairie.com; For the ultra-perfect complexion seen at Balmain, try L'Oréal Paris Visible Lift CC Cream SPF 20, $13, lorealparis.com; AmorePacific Age Correcting Foundation Cushion SPF 25, $80, amorepacific.com.

3

Perk Up Eyes

<p>"Your eyes are the greatest focus on your face, making them the smartest investment," says Palm. Caffeine in Clinique's cream and Peter Thomas Roth's patches helps relieve puffiness, while deep moisturizers like shea butter in L'Oréal Paris's balm plump fine lines.</p><p><strong>Peter Thomas Roth</strong> 24K Gold Pure Luxury Lift & Firm Hydra-Gel Eye Patches, $75 for 60, <a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod13951005&skuId=2301905&cmpid=PS_Non!google!Product_Listing_Ads&cagpspn=pla&CAWELAID=330000200000506814&catargetid=330000200000199430&cadevice=c&gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1SIRYybwtpUumXHSi7CFPhBJbjXyXSur7Vp3pUDEKRHxoC3ufw_wcB" target="_blank">ulta.com</a>; <strong>Clinique</strong> Pep-Start Eye Cream, $27, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/pep-start-eye-cream-P403817?skuId=1774819&browserdefault=true&om_mmc=ppc-GG&mkwid=syvo2GN0V&pcrid=56697993399&pdv=c&site=_search&country_switch=&lang=en&gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1SGqY1XhKDA7IvtLREIJQvJRlceuwhjzomiQqPKAT-ZBoCxcbw_wcB" target="_blank">sephora.com</a>; <strong>L'Oréal Paris </strong>Age Perfect Hydra-Nutrition Eye Balm, $20, <a href="http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=572552&catid=182918&aid=338666&aparam=572552&kpid=572552&CAWELAID=120142990000284701&CAGPSPN=pla" target="_blank">drugstore.com</a>. </p>
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"Your eyes are the greatest focus on your face, making them the smartest investment," says Palm. Caffeine in Clinique's cream and Peter Thomas Roth's patches helps relieve puffiness, while deep moisturizers like shea butter in L'Oréal Paris's balm plump fine lines.

Peter Thomas Roth 24K Gold Pure Luxury Lift & Firm Hydra-Gel Eye Patches, $75 for 60, ulta.com; Clinique Pep-Start Eye Cream, $27, sephora.com; L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect Hydra-Nutrition Eye Balm, $20, drugstore.com.

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4

Hi-Tech At Home

<p>Radio frequency treatments in derms' offices firm skin, as heat triggers fresh collagen. Take the tech home at a lower power with this handheld. Expect results in 30 to 60 days, says Wexler.</p><p><strong>Newa Skin</strong> Rejuvenation System 1.5, $499<span class="redactor-invisible-space">, <a href="http://www.newaonline.com/newa-skin-rejuvenation-system" target="_blank">newaonline.com</a>. <br></span></p>
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Radio frequency treatments in derms' offices firm skin, as heat triggers fresh collagen. Take the tech home at a lower power with this handheld. Expect results in 30 to 60 days, says Wexler.

Newa Skin Rejuvenation System 1.5, $499, newaonline.com.

5

Brightening Boosters

<p>Add a strong hit of vitamin C to your favorite cream or serum with concentrated boosters. "Vitamin C interferes with the pigment production that leads to brown spots," explains Palm.</p><p><strong>Philosophy </strong>Turbo Booster C Powder, $39, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/turbo-booster-c-powder-P204606" target="_blank">sephora.com</a>; <strong>Dr. Brandt</strong> Vitamin C Power Dose, $69, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/power-dose-vitamin-c-P407429?browserdefault=true&om_mmc=ppc-GG&mkwid=syIDCgk5V&pcrid=72604943437&pdv=c&site=us_search&country_switch=us&lang=en&gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1SBNOhPD_BjAEsxGr7hX6f8I19vycDaIA-skF-largsxoCbA_w_wcB" target="_blank">sephora.com</a>. </p>
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Add a strong hit of vitamin C to your favorite cream or serum with concentrated boosters. "Vitamin C interferes with the pigment production that leads to brown spots," explains Palm.

Philosophy Turbo Booster C Powder, $39, sephora.com; Dr. Brandt Vitamin C Power Dose, $69, sephora.com.

6

Plump Pout

<p>Shiny, well-hydrated lips add to an overall fresh, dewy look, says makeup artist Andrew Sotomayor. Look for just a hint of pink, like <a href="http://www.vaseline.us/product/lip-balm/tinted-lip-balm-lip-therapy.html" target="_blank">Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lips</a> balm ($3.29).</p>
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Shiny, well-hydrated lips add to an overall fresh, dewy look, says makeup artist Andrew Sotomayor. Look for just a hint of pink, like Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lips balm ($3.29).

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Zero Irritation Peel

<p>Chemical exfoliation reveals bright skin while it "stimulates cell turnover, tightens pores, and prevents breakouts," raves Wexler. If skin is sensitive, try <a href="https://www.neostrata.com/product/exuviance+firm-ng6+non-acid+peel.do" target="_blank">Exuviance Firm NG6 Non-Acid Peel</a> ($68).</p>
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Chemical exfoliation reveals bright skin while it "stimulates cell turnover, tightens pores, and prevents breakouts," raves Wexler. If skin is sensitive, try Exuviance Firm NG6 Non-Acid Peel ($68).

8

Prep & Prime

<p>Use a primer if your skin is dry and flaky or could use a glow pre-foundation, says Sotomayor.<a href="https://www.covergirl.com/beauty-products/face-makeup/foundation-makeup/makeup-primer-simply-ageless-serum" target="_blank">CoverGirl + Olay Simply Ageless Anti-Aging Foundation Primer</a> ($14) contains soothing niacin-amide plus quenching glycerin.</p>
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Use a primer if your skin is dry and flaky or could use a glow pre-foundation, says Sotomayor.CoverGirl + Olay Simply Ageless Anti-Aging Foundation Primer ($14) contains soothing niacin-amide plus quenching glycerin.

9

Get Glowy

<p>"Reflective makeup makes skin look smoother as light bounces off," says Sotomayor. "But make sure the shimmer is very fine and subtle. Think satin, not sequins." Apply bronzer over cheeks and around the hairline, then add blush to the apples of your cheeks.</p><p><strong>Elizabeth Arden</strong> Sunset Bronze Prismatic Bronzing Powder, $40, <a href="http://www.elizabetharden.com/Sunset-Bronze-Prismatic-Bronzing-Powder/1002C400CW1640%2Cdefault%2Cpd.html?cm_mmc=Google+CPC-_-Google.com-_-Makeup+%3E+New%21+Sunset+Bronze-_-Elizabeth+Arden+New%21+Sunset+Bronze+Prismatic+Bronzing+Powder&gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1SYjVKIPkwsMTQ5OaWt-jvDSU704KGqahwCZyiPWscRhoCO5Xw_wcB" target="_blank">elizabetharden.com</a>;  <strong>Soap & Glory</strong> Love at First Blush Rosy Radiance Shimmer Powder, $15, <a href="http://www.soapandglory.com/love-at-first-blush" target="_blank">soapandglory.com</a>; <strong>Estée Lauder</strong> Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Illuminator, $32, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/estee-lauder-bronze-goddess-summer-glow-illuminator/4314978?cm_mmc=Google_Product_Ads_pla_with_promotion_online-_-datafeed-_-women%3Amakeup%3Acheek-_-5139612&%3Bcountry=US&%3Bcurrency=USD&mr%3AreferralID=f6af818f-f747-11e5-8195-005056947d48&gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1SOq_5Djd_ZKo_VYixdWKYMs_CcDthF8FGUrFnzBJViBoCBZXw_wcB" target="_blank">nordstrom.com</a>.  </p>
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"Reflective makeup makes skin look smoother as light bounces off," says Sotomayor. "But make sure the shimmer is very fine and subtle. Think satin, not sequins." Apply bronzer over cheeks and around the hairline, then add blush to the apples of your cheeks.

Elizabeth Arden Sunset Bronze Prismatic Bronzing Powder, $40, elizabetharden.com; Soap & Glory Love at First Blush Rosy Radiance Shimmer Powder, $15, soapandglory.com; Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Illuminator, $32, nordstrom.com.

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Nix Crow's Feet

<p><a href="http://www.sephora.com/eye-lift-firming-treatment-P404007?skuId=1775378&browserdefault=true&om_mmc=ppc-GG&mkwid=s9lqsYgqB&pcrid=49113162159&pdv=c&site=_search&country_switch=&lang=en&gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1S9642RLjtu0L3Wp29DpT7PQ3XIU0X5r_wr_tAoUyaMBoCqKXw_wcB" target="_blank">Murad Professional Eye Lift Firming Treatment</a> ($68 for 40) comes with ingenious patches that help push in wrinkle-filling hyaluronic acid and firming polymers.</p><p><strong>Kate Somerville</strong> EradiKate To-Go Acne Treatment, $40 for 30, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/eradikate-to-go-acne-treatment-P405031?skuId=1778364&browserdefault=true&om_mmc=ppc-GG&mkwid=syvo2GN0V&pcrid=56697993399&pdv=c&site=_search&country_switch=&lang=en&gclid=CjwKEAjwlfO3BRDR4Pj_u-iO2U0SJAD88y1SFIh_vdWRF_Pa2qeBmNzZ-sdMsbCKl1lLNtJRXLuz2BoC5BXw_wcB" target="_blank">sephora.com</a>. </p>
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Murad Professional Eye Lift Firming Treatment ($68 for 40) comes with ingenious patches that help push in wrinkle-filling hyaluronic acid and firming polymers.

Kate Somerville EradiKate To-Go Acne Treatment, $40 for 30, sephora.com.

11

Look Radiant

<p><a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/Chantecaille-Blanc-Gardenia-Brightening-Essence-1-0-oz/prod189010113/p.prod" target="_blank">Chantecaille Blanc Gardenia Brightening Essence</a> ($185) treats spots by both breaking down discoloration and stopping new spots from surfacing.</p>
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Chantecaille Blanc Gardenia Brightening Essence ($185) treats spots by both breaking down discoloration and stopping new spots from surfacing.

12

Disguise Pores

<p>Consider the <a href="http://www.sephora.com/pore-vanishing-stick-P406534" target="_blank">Estée Edit Pore Vanishing Stick</a> ($28) your magic eraser for that annoying orange- peel texture.</p>
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Consider the Estée Edit Pore Vanishing Stick ($28) your magic eraser for that annoying orange- peel texture.

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13

Banish Blemishes

<p>Acne-fighting sulfur and alpha hydroxy acids are found in these tote-friendly swabs. Salicylic acid in Neutrogena's cover-up keeps breakouts at bay.</p><p><strong>Neutrogena </strong>SkinClearing Oil-Free Liquid Makeup, $12, <a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod1060464" target="_blank">ulta.com</a>. </p>
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Acne-fighting sulfur and alpha hydroxy acids are found in these tote-friendly swabs. Salicylic acid in Neutrogena's cover-up keeps breakouts at bay.

Neutrogena SkinClearing Oil-Free Liquid Makeup, $12, ulta.com.

14

Fight Wrinkles

<p>Nothing over-the-counter stokes collagen like a retinoid, says Palm. Find the vitamin-A derivative in <a href="http://www.avene.co.uk/face/products-for-daily-use/anti-ageing-physiolift/physiolift-night-smoothing-regenerating-balm" target="_blank">Eau Thermale Avène PhysioLift Night Balm</a> ($46) and <a href="https://www.perriconemd.com/skincare/treatments/ovm-MP0067.html" target="_blank">Perricone MD OVM cream</a> ($170). Each contains anti-inflammatories to boot.</p>
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Nothing over-the-counter stokes collagen like a retinoid, says Palm. Find the vitamin-A derivative in Eau Thermale Avène PhysioLift Night Balm ($46) and Perricone MD OVM cream ($170). Each contains anti-inflammatories to boot.

15

Instant Moisture

<p>For seriously parched skin, massage in <a href="https://www.blissworld.com/bliss-products/skin-care/bliss-fabulous-drench-n-quench" target="_blank">Bliss Fabulous Drench 'n' Quench cream-to-water formula</a> ($38), which transforms upon application.</p>
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For seriously parched skin, massage in Bliss Fabulous Drench 'n' Quench cream-to-water formula ($38), which transforms upon application.

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