The best skin care products 2025

At NBC Select, we’re passionate about finding the best ingredients and treatments that actually work. We’ve rounded up expert-recommended and NBC Select staff-favorite skin care products for rosacea, acne, hyperpigmentation and more.

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The 100 best face moisturizers tested and ranked, according to editors

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Derm-approved skin care to soothe rosacea and redness

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We tested and ranked 100 face SPFs — see which brand is #1

We put 110 of the most popular face sunscreens to the test — nearly $4,000 worth of sunscreen, including options from Shiseido, EltaMD and Supergoop — to see which ones live up (or not) to the hype.

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Effective acne spot treatments, tested and approved by editors

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The 15 best pimple patches, tested and reviewed

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Have you been damaging your skin barrier without knowing it?

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We tested over 50 lip balms — here are the best ones for sun protection and more

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How to layer your skin care products in the right order

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The best lotions for eczema relief

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The best cleansers for dry skin, according to derms

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Combat dry skin with these editor-tested body lotions

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Dry, cracked heels can happen year-round — here's how to treat them

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23 moisturizers we love for dry skin

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How to treat dry, chapped lips this winter

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All the glow, none of the grease — the best hyaluronic acid products

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We tested over 50 under eye patches — here are the best ones

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Everything you need to know about Korean sunscreens

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The best baby shampoos for sensitive skin