Beauty & Grooming
36 buying decisions in beauty & grooming, each synthesized from independent testing and real owner reports. We name the pick - and the popular option to skip.
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At-Home Wax Kits: Which to Buy and Which to Skip We compared six at-home wax kits, from hard wax with a warmer to microwave wax and ready-to-use strips, on what is in the box, where each maker allows it, and what its skin warnings and patch-test instructions say. Our pick: GiGi Wax Bead Kit
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The Best Electric Nail Drills: 6 Compared (and One to Skip) Six electric nail drills and e-files for home manicures, compared on published speed, torque, power source, handpiece weight and how much each maker tells you, plus the one listing that never states its RPM. Our pick: Medicool TurboFile Pro
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The Best Eye Massagers: 6 Compared (and One to Skip) Six heated eye massagers and smart goggles compared on massage type, published heat, runtime, noise, warranty and what each maker says about eye conditions. Our pick: Eyeris 1 Eye Massager
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Epilators: Which to Buy and Which to Skip We compared five electric epilators, cordless and corded, on tweezer count, wet and dry use, speed settings, runtime, lights and what comes in the box. Our pick: Braun Silk-épil 9 Flex SkinSpa 9-481
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Which Facial Steamer Is Worth Buying, and Which Should You Skip? We compared six at-home facial steamers on tank size, stated run time, auto shut-off, steam modes and warranty, using only what each maker publishes. Our pick: Vanity Planet SENIA
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The Best Microcurrent Face Devices: 6 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared six at-home microcurrent facial devices on published current output, intensity control, FDA status as each maker states it, gel requirements, contraindications and warranty. Our pick: BEAR 2
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The Best Nose Hair Trimmers: 6 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared six nose and ear hair trimmers on cutter design, included heads, water rating, cleaning, power source and the warranty each maker states. Our pick: Philips Norelco Nose Trimmer 5000 (NT5600/62)
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Electric Shavers: Which to Buy and Which to Skip We compared seven current foil, rotary and head shavers on closeness, comfort, multi-day handling, and daily upkeep. Our pick: Braun Series 9 Pro+
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The Best Hair Dryers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We weighed four current hair dryers on drying speed, heat protection, weight, noise and value to find the ones worth buying. Our pick: Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
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Hair Straighteners: Which to Buy and Which to Skip We compared seven current flat irons on heat control, damage protection, hair-type fit, and ease of use to find the ones worth buying. Our pick: ghd Platinum+ Styler (1" Flat Iron)
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The Best At-Home Hair Removal Devices: 8 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared eight current at-home IPL and laser hair removal devices on safety sensors, comfort, speed, and long-term value to find the ones worth owning. Our pick: Braun Silk·expert Pro 5 (PL5137)
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LED Face Masks: Which to Buy and Which to Skip We compared eight LED light therapy face masks on published wavelengths, LED count, irradiance, treatment time, FDA clearance and warranty, and worked out which ones let you calculate a dose. Our pick: Omnilux Contour Face
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The Best Scalp Massagers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared manual silicone brushes and electric scalp massagers on lather, grip, wet-use, and honest value for relaxation and shampooing. Our pick: Tangle Teezer The Scalp Exfoliator & Massager
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Body Groomers: Which to Buy and Which to Skip We compared eight current body groomers from Philips Norelco, Manscaped, Wahl, Panasonic, Gillette, Meridian and Mangroomer on skin-safe blades, waterproofing, coverage, reach and running cost. Our pick: Philips Norelco Bodygroom Series 7000 (BG7040/42)
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The Best Beard Trimmers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four widely sold beard trimmers from Philips Norelco, Braun, Wahl, and Manscaped on precision, versatility, battery, and value. Our pick: Philips Norelco All-in-One Trimmer Series 7000 (MG7900/49)
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The Best Dermaplaning Tools: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four dermaplaning tools on sonic against manual, what each maker claims to remove, what comes in the box and the running cost of replacement edges. Our pick: DERMAFLASH LUXE+
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The Best Hot Air Brushes: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four hot air brushes and air stylers on heat and speed control, published temperatures, power, attachments, weight, cord and warranty, using each maker's own specs. Our pick: Dyson Airwrap Co-anda2x Multi-Styler and Dryer
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The Best Jewelry Organizers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) From Umbra's stackable Tesora box to an LED-lit armoire that hangs on the door - the organizers that end the tangled-necklace drawer, and the swivel mirror cabinet that is furniture first. Our pick: Umbra Tesora Jewelry Box
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The Best Safety Razors: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four safety razors on blade geometry, adjustability, weight, blade type and cost per shave, return window and warranty, using each maker's published specs. Our pick: Henson AL13
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The Best At-Home Teeth Whitening Kits: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared LED tray kits, dissolving strips, and a viral color-correcting serum on results, ease of use, sensitivity, and value. Our pick: Opalescence Go 15% Prefilled Whitening Trays
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The Best At-Home Microdermabrasion Devices: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four at-home resurfacing devices on abrasive type, how many grits and tips come in the box, speed settings, battery and warranty, and which of them is actually microdermabrasion. Our pick: Michael Todd Sonic Refresher
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The Best Beard Oils: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared natural beard oils from Honest Amish, Every Man Jack and Beardbrand against a marketing-led pump oil, on published ingredients, scent options and skin friendliness. Our pick: Honest Amish Classic Beard Oil
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The Best Curling Irons: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four current curling irons and wands on curl quality, hold, heat control, ease of use, and long-term reliability. Our pick: T3 SinglePass Curl X 1-Inch Curling Iron
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The Best Facial Cleansing Brushes: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four sonic and silicone facial cleansing brushes on exfoliation, hygiene, upkeep, gentleness, and value to find who each one really suits. Our pick: FOREO LUNA 4
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The Best Foot Files: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared a stainless micro-file rasp, a two-sided file, an electronic roller file and a razor-style callus shaver on how safely and effectively each smooths calluses. Our pick: Microplane Colossal Foot File
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The Best Gel Manicure Kits: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) From Beetles' 55-piece salon-in-a-box to Modelones' 20-color kit with a 48-watt lamp - the gel systems that deliver real multi-week manicures at home, and the polygel set that ships without a lamp. Our pick: Beetles 55-Piece Gel Nail Starter Kit with UV Light and Drill
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The Best Hair Clippers for Home Haircuts: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four buyable-in-2026 clippers on cutting power, guards, battery, versatility and value to find the best pick for home haircuts. Our pick: Andis reVITE Cordless Clipper
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The Best Lighted Makeup Mirrors: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four lighted makeup mirrors on light quality, brightness, magnification, battery life and warranty. Our pick: simplehuman Sensor Mirror Round
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The Best Lip Balms with SPF: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared SPF lip balms on the SPF and broad spectrum claim each maker states, mineral versus chemical actives, water resistance wording and ingredient lists. Our pick: Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm
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The Best Mineral Sunscreens: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared zinc-oxide mineral sunscreens from Thinkbaby, Badger and Blue Lizard against a mass-market mineral option, on active ingredients, what sits in the inactive list, water resistance and label clarity. Our pick: Thinkbaby SPF 50+ Safe Sunscreen
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The Best Nail Clippers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared a hand-sharpened Japanese clipper and two Tweezerman standards against a checkout-counter basic, on blade finish, blade shape and what each maker is willing to publish. Our pick: Seki Edge SS-112 Stainless Steel Nail Clipper
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The Best Silk Pillowcases: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) We compared four pillowcases on fiber, momme weight, silk grade, closure, care and what each brand actually claims. Our pick: Fishers Finery 25 Momme 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
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The Best Sneaker Cleaning Kits: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) From Jason Markk's budget classic to Reshoevn8r's laundry-bag system - the kits that bring white soles back from the dead, and the flagship-tier executive kit that is a small business, not a gift. Our pick: Reshoevn8r Signature Shoe Cleaning Kit
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The Best Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaners: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) From iSonic's 55 W commercial-duty tank to Ukoke's compact countertop pod - the machines that make rings sparkle like new, and the 20 W dental cleaner that is built for a different job. Our pick: iSonic P4800 Ultrasonic Cleaner
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The Best Electric Toothbrushes (and the Trendy One to Skip) We compared four popular electric toothbrushes against maker specs, dentist-reviewed sources and owner reports. Two are worth buying, one depends on your budget, and one over-hyped subscription brush should stay on the shelf. Our pick: Oral-B iO Series 2
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The Best Water Flossers: What Actually Cleans Between Your Teeth We compared four popular water flossers on pressure, runtime and real-world cleaning: two clear buys, one travel compromise, and one pricey combo to skip. Our pick: Aquarius Water Flosser (WP-660)