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Chances are, you've probably binge-watched the newest season of the Emmy-nominated Queer Eye at least twice by now. But, if rewatching your favorite Fab Five gang on repeat isn't keeping you fully satisfied until next season, we have some good news for you: The team is back and here to help you spruce up your beauty routine!

We tapped Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness, Tan France, Karamo Brown, and Bobby Berk to learn about their favorite beauty essentials — so you can give yourself the Fab Five treatment, no matter where you are.

Jonathan Van Ness

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We want to hear every tip that Jonathan Van Ness has for achieving their gorgeous glow — they are the resident beauty expert on Queer Eye, after all. Thankfully, Van Ness shared a few of their beauty favorites with us in an exclusive interview with BestProducts.com. Yas, kween!

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100% Sugarcane Squalane Oil

100% Sugarcane Squalane Oil

100% Sugarcane Squalane Oil

$34 at Biossance$48 at Sephora

When it comes to skincare, JVN is a die-hard fanatic for Biossance's sugarcane-derived squalane products.

"For skin care, my day in and day out is pretty much Biossance," they say. "It's all very sustainable and naturally derived, but it's all squalane that's derived from sugar cane as opposed to shark liver, because that's where squalane used to be primary from, or olive oil. Those are really unstable and don't last very long, chemically. I'm really into their gel cleanser and oil cleanser for a double-cleansing routine for winter — it's really hydrating and doesn't disturb your skin's microbiome so much. Then I come out of the shower, I do a micronutrient mist, I pat it in with my fingers — I learned that from LABeautyologist who I follow on Instagram and I'm obsessed with."

"Then I do eye cream, serum, moisturizer over that, then oil," Van Ness continues. "Let it soak in for 10, 15, then I put on my Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen."

Other skincare favorites Van Ness stocks up on include the Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Rescue Mask, Herbivore face masks, and Tatcha skincare.

REVEAL Color Correcting Radiant Primer

REVEAL Color Correcting Radiant Primer

REVEAL Color Correcting Radiant Primer

If they have a major press day ahead of them, Van Ness says he'll use this primer for a smooth, filter-free effect on his complexion.

"If I'm doing press or a Zoom thing where I need to look super balanced, then I'll come in with this Algenist blurring primer," they say.

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Cover FX Power Play Concealer

Cover FX Power Play Concealer

Cover FX Power Play Concealer

After priming, JVN says they do a quick contour with a few Cover FX products to define their face.

"I'll do a Cover FX concealer under my eyes and around my nose," they say. "Then I do a little bit of whatever bronzer I have around, it's usually a Cover FX bronzer, around the hairline."

Bobby Berk

When it comes to self-care, Queer Eye's resident interior design expert Bobby Berk is a master at it. He's all about skincare, and shared his go-to skincare essentials for keeping your complexion prepped and ready throughout the summer heat.

SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense

SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense

"SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense is my go to serum," Berk tells BestProducts.com. "While my skin is on the more dry/normal side, it works really well on stubborn pigmentation spots that may appear while being exposed to the sun during the summer. It's extremely gentle on my skin and evens out any discoloration while also brightening up my skin. Even though I use this gem daily, a nod to my younger self … you. must. wear. sunscreen."

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Peach & Lily Lazy Day All-In-One Moisture Pads

Peach & Lily Lazy Day All-In-One Moisture Pads

Peach & Lily Lazy Day All-In-One Moisture Pads

"Anyone who knows me knows I like to be efficient and effective," Berk says. "These pads tone and moisturize all in one, so they’re my number-one go-to for my on-to-go lifestyle. They call it the 'green juice for your face,' and I always feel so nourished after I use them."

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Calming Mist

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Calming Mist

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Calming Mist

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"My skin routine needs to be fast and simple, and nothing is easier than a mist," Berk says. "A quick spray in the morning not only calms the redness on my face, but the sensitive and soothing ingredients kick-start my day to feel fresh and calm."

Karamo Brown

Of course Queer Eye's culture expert Karamo Brown knows a thing or two about beauty — he owns his own beauty line called MANTL, which has been shouted out by none other than the Beyoncé. Plus, one look at his clear complexion and you know his skincare routine is top-notch.

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MANTL Face + Scalp Invisible Daily SPF 30 Broad Spectrum

MANTL Face + Scalp Invisible Daily SPF 30 Broad Spectrum

MANTL Face + Scalp Invisible Daily SPF 30 Broad Spectrum

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Brown is well aware of the fact that sunscreen is the basis for clearer, healthier skin. That’s why he decided to make his own to protect your face and scalp.

"It gives your skin a smooth, hydrating and matte protection unlike most moisturizers available on the market," he tells BestProducts.com. "And as a bald man, it’s important to protect your scalp from the sun."

buttah. by Dorion Renaud Facial Shea Butter

buttah. by Dorion Renaud Facial Shea Butter

buttah. by Dorion Renaud Facial Shea Butter

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When it comes to hydrating your skin, Brown suggests this 100% shea butter moisturizer for its nourishing effects.

"This is so great for your skin as well and brightens it immediately," he says.

MANTL Face + Scalp Cleanser

MANTL Face + Scalp Cleanser

MANTL Face + Scalp Cleanser

Now 35% Off

"This cleanser gently removes dirt without drying or over-stripping due to the pH-balanced formula," Brown says. "The aloe and natural extracts help soothe and moisturize for a healthier, clean face and scalp."

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Tan France

As the official style expert of Queer Eye, France is of course an icon within the lifestyle space — how else could we have ever learned about the legendary “French tuck”? But just because style is his forte doesn't mean that he doesn't have a few beauty tips up his sleeve.

The style maven, who also recently launched a collection of stylish eyeglass frames with EyeBuyDirect, is a major fan of the DIY approach to skincare, and notes that he creates his own face mask to keep his skin clean and clear.

"I actually stepped it up," France says in regards to his skincare routine. "Many people say that they don't really have the time, or they don't have the energy to be doing a full routine any more than they normally would. But for me, because I have a lot more time than I usually do, my schedule is so incredibly packed usually, that now I've had the moment to decompress. I'm giving myself facials every week, I'm doing my full tone and moisturize, I'm doing it all regularly. Every day, I will take care of my face. It is making a difference."

Chobani Non-Fat Plain 0% Milkfat Greek Yogurt

Chobani Non-Fat Plain 0% Milkfat Greek Yogurt

Chobani Non-Fat Plain 0% Milkfat Greek Yogurt

The first ingredient in France’s DIY face mask: Greek yogurt. That's right, Greek yogurt isn't only for eating — it's actually known for its moisturizing, brightening, and toning effects on skin.

FGO Organic Green Tea Bags

FGO Organic Green Tea Bags

FGO Organic Green Tea Bags

The second and final ingredient in France's beloved at-home face mask is — you guessed it — green tea. Green tea is known for its antioxidant properties, which works to give your complexion a clarified and anti-aging effect.

After mixing these ingredients together, France recommends leaving the mask on for 10 minutes to get all of the delicious skincare benefits of this all-natural mask.

"I do that at least once a week, I have done it for at least 12 years, and it is, in my opinion, the reason why my skin stays fresh and relatively blemish-free," he says.

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T3 Featherweight Compact Folding Dryer

T3 Featherweight Compact Folding Dryer

T3 Featherweight Compact Folding Dryer

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The only thing that's as iconic as Tan France himself is his silver head of gorgeous hair, of course. And surprisingly, there's not major secret to his glorious mane — all he uses is his handy, go-to blow dryer.

"I learned to blow-dry my hair really young," France says. "You know when you find your way when you've hit your late teens, early 20s, and you're like, 'I need to figure out how to maintain my mane'? I figured that out real young. I knew that a blow dryer is a necessity, whereas most men don't know that."

While France notes that any hair dryer will do, we love this one from T3 for its high-quality performance with an affordable price tag.

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Jennifer Hussein
Beauty Editor

Jennifer is the former beauty editor for BestProducts.com, where she’s testing out everything from the latest lip gloss to the craziest skincare trend sweeping the online beauty-verse. Her work has been featured in Allure, Byrdie, HelloGiggles, and more. When she’s not swatching eyeshadow all over her arms, you can find the NYC-based editor scouring for hours on end for vintage finds, eating pad thai, and hanging out with her cat, Chunks.

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