Is it just us, or is skin care getting more complicated? Considering trends like the 10-step Korean beauty routine and cleansers and serums for a.m., p.m., and all the hours in between, we don’t think we’re alone in wondering if things could be a little more streamlined. And with the influx of so many new products, it seems overwhelming. But…
12 Solid Beauty Products for When You Can't Deal With Liquids
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Drunk Elephant
Pekee Bar, $28 at Sephora
Address skin issues like uneven skin tone and dullness with this gentle, soap-free cleansing bar. Formulated with blueberry extract, marula oil and honey, it deeply cleanses skin without leaving it dry.
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Lush
Movis Facial Soap, $10.95 at Lush
This one-of-a-kind facial soap feels great on your skin thanks to its unique sponge-like texture. Made with organic cocoa butter and wheat breadcrumbs, it exfoliates your skin while also giving it much-needed moisture.
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JJ Young
Black Cleansing Stick, $15 at JJ Young
This sub-acidic cleansing stick is made with charcoal, which is known for its ability to purify pores and remove impurities from your skin. It also deep cleanses and exfoliates and is perfect for those with oily or combination skin.
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Brite
Bar None Hydrating Shampoo Bar, $12 at Ulta Beauty
Care for your locks without stripping their natural oils with this hydrating shampoo bar. This vegan shampoo bar cleans your hair and comes in environmentally friendly packaging.
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Lush
Avocado Co-Wash, $15.95 at Lush
Lush is known for its selection of shampoo bars and now it also has a bar specially made for those who swear by co-washing. This solid shampoo has a blend of avocado, cocoa butter, cupuaçu butter and cider vinegar that helps tame frizz and nourishes your scalp.
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Shiseido
WetForce Clear Stick UV Protector Broad Spectrum 50+, $28 at Sephora
Applying sunscreen has never been easier than with this clear stick. Whether under or over your makeup, it provides the same WetForce technology that protects your skin from sun damage even as you sweat.
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Neutrogena
Ultra Sheer Face + Body Stick Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 70, $11.99 at Ulta Beauty
An affordable drugstore option, this sunscreen stick has a lightweight formula that easily glides on your skin upon application. It is fast absorbing and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
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Supergoop!
Glow Stick Sunscreen SPF 50, $25 at Sephora
Use this sunscreen stick when you want healthy-looking skin and sun protection. Just like the name implies, it enhances your skin’s inner glow and can double as a highlighter. It is made with Amazonian oils to nourish and moisturize your skin.
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Ilia
Cucumber Water Stick, $42 at Sephora
This solid toner keeps skin refreshed any time of the day. Cucumber pulp extract provides instant cooling and also makes for a great makeup primer. The formula contains chicory root extract to help promote collagen production.
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Milk Makeup
Hydrating Oil Stick, $24 at Sephora
Face oil on a stick? Yes, it exists. This oil stick from Milk Makeup is made with avocado, apricot, calendula and jojoba oils to deeply moisturize skin on the go. Consider it your secret weapon for the upcoming winter months.
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Glossier
You Perfume Solid, $22 at Glossier
Unlike other fragrances that have a specific smell, this solid perfume from Glossier is designed to enhance your natural smell — more like a smell enhancer than a cloying perfume. When applied, it literally melts into skin, subtly blending notes of ambrette, musk and iris root with your pheromones for a completely unique signature scent.
