Our Top 6 Beauty Must-Haves of 2023
By Hannah Emerson
Last Updated September 5, 2025
When it comes to must-have beauty products, it’s all about those game-changing solutions that promise to up our skincare game without piling on a hundred steps. We’ve got the scoop on some gems that are making waves this year — like SKIN AT WORK’s do-it-all duo, Ritual’s HyaCera™ that’s like a wellness boost from within, Nazuk’s natural eyebrow elixir, and BeautyCounter’s glow-on-demand serum. These aren’t just your run-of-the-mill products; they’re your new self-care staples.
Reviewed and curated by Amanda Hitchcock
THE DAY & NIGHT DUO
Contains 28 active ingredients to visibly brighten, tone, smooth, and hydrate skin.
LIQUID BLUSH
This makeup-meets-skincare blush instantly delivers a more even and luminous complexion.
USMA GRASS EXTRACT
The Usma grass used in this product creates a uniform and delicate powder that promotes eyebrow growth.
HYACERA™
HyaCera™ reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines to promote glowing, moisturized skin.
ALL BRIGHT C SERUM
This ultra-potent blend of two forms of vitamin C, turmeric, and camu camu brightens and evens skin.
OVER NIGHT
This creamy, all-night mask smooths, soothes, brightens, and hydrates skin overnight without clogging pores.
The Bottom Line
It’s clear that this year’s beauty must-haves are about more than just looking good — they’re about feeling good and doing good for our skin. Whether you’re streamlining your morning routine or nourishing your body from the inside out, these products are sure to elevate your beauty game and revamp your regimen.
Day & Night Duo
THE PROTAGONIST All-In-One-Step Hydrating Day Serum
THE TIME KEEPER All-in-One-Step Night Repairing Moisturizer
These formulas are carefully crafted with ingredient clusters that give you a short term now and a long term wow, so every time you pass the mirror you will notice improvement.