When liquid lipsticks took over as the “it” product to have in your bag, I did not prescribe, to put it frankly. I’ve always liked traditional bullets and wondered how a liquid formula, that wasn’t gloss, could ever compete. It wasn’t until I stumbled upon a $6 tube of Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lip Color (which scored a Best Beauty Buys title this year!) that I fully understood the frenzy.

And once you experience the super affordable drugstore product, you’ll get why it took home the award. The gel-like formula is super lightweight and glides over your lips with control and ease. And while it does dry matte, it takes about two minutes to fully set into the shine-free finish, so you have time to clean up any mistakes and perfect the look.

Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lipcolor ($6; target.com)

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The color payoff is intense, as you can see, and lasts for hours on end—even through multiple glasses of water and a cup of coffee. Unlike other formulas I’ve tried, it doesn’t get flaky or settle into the lines of my tiny lips, which then inevitably makes them look even smaller!

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For any red lipstick lover, I highly suggest adding Romance and Passion into your rotation.

There’s a new Essie nail polish topping the pages of Pinterest and it goes by the name of Topless and Barefoot ($9; amazon.com). With summer just around the corner, you might think the most popular hue would be a bright pink or coral. Instead the most saved nail polish color of 2017 thus far is a soft, neutral beige. And it seems like nude nails are having a moment: Pinterest reports that searches for these shades are up almost 800 percent.

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We can understand why the neutral hue has become so popular. A simple search for it on Pinterest brings up a multitude of skin tones and nail shapes wearing the flattering milky color—proving that just about anyone can pull it off. While it’s simply chic all on it’s own, it also acts as a great blank canvas for nail art. Whether it’s a rose gold half moon along the cuticle or a simple dot of silver at the base of the nail, Topless and Barefoot pairs well with just about anything.

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Good news for those who prefer a sturdier formula, too: You can get the newly discovered nude in a gel formula at nail salons that carry the brand.

Though Ballet Slippers (a creamy pink tone) has been a staple for brides and bridesmaids for years, we have a feeling its more risqué cousin is going to give it a run for its money this season.

In the realm of sunscreens, brands like Coppertone and Banana Boat tend to reign supreme, but as far as our annual Best Beauty Buys go, Elta MD is by far one of the best suncare lines we've ever tried. Housed in a minimalist white, black, and red exterior, the sleek bottles aren't ones that would typically line your local drugstore, so it's somewhat of an indie rock line, unless the latest and greatest in the sun protection world is your thing. If you aren't familiar with the brand, get acquainted fast—those who know about it absolutely swear by it.

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The Elta MD UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46 ($32; dermstore.com) is a fantastic option for your face—particularly if you have oily skin, as the infusion of lactic acid simultaneously kills lingering breakouts, while reducing shine. The formula is also rich in hyaluronic acid, so you won't have to pile on the moisturizer beforehand, and the side of niacinamide can help to fade existing sun damage. We love it so much, we gave it two awards: as the best face sunscreen of 2017, and the best daytime moisturizer for oily skin. As far as the rest of your body goes, Elta MD's Sport Sunscreen ($23; dermstore.com) has you covered. Mixed with 9% transparent zinc oxide, you won't have to worry about a chalky finish, and it's water-resistant up to 80 minutes, beach waves and strenuous spin classes be damned.