Sometimes products surprise you, and sometimes you just know a product will blow you away. In the case of Tatcha The Water Cream, $68, the latter was true.

When Tatcha launched this moisturizer, Sephora could barely keep it from flying off the shelves, which piqued my interest right off the bat. Then there was a little bit of judging a book by its cover. Every Tatcha product comes in the most ridiculously luxe packaging (I mean, this moisturizer is accompanied by a tiny gold spoon -- a tiny gold spoon! How do you top that?). I find Tatcha products to be so irresistibly pretty that when I see one, my fingers start to twitch a little, and before I know it, my wallet's in my hands, and I'm handing a wad of cash to the nice lady behind the register.

Fortunately, neither appearances nor the hype have steered me wrong. The Water Cream performed every bit as well as its bespoke, gold-adorned jar led me to believe it would. The ultra-lightweight formula melts into skin at first touch. Yet, unlike some gel moisturizers that skimp on the moisture, this one serves up a hefty dose of hydration that continues to work all day or night (I even use it as a night cream). The barely-there texture also allows me to apply it without the fear of clogging my pores. Not to mention, the refreshing feel has been a godsend during the stifling dog days of summer. And then there are the perks I can't see or feel -- namely, the cocktail of botanicals designed to smooth skin, control oil and add radiance. As with most worthy love interests, when you find the right one, you just know. --Mary Squillace

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I have issues with bathing suit season, but not the type you might think. Sure, a bikini body -- whatever that means -- is top of mind come summer, but my bikini line is my real struggle.

Because I'm too prone to ingrown hairs to shave, I rely on bikini waxes every six weeks. But you know the drill: hair grows back at different rates and must be at least 1/4-inch long to wax. That awkward growing-out phase is always when I get invited to a pool party.

Enter: Parissa Quick & Easy Wax Strips, $9.99 -- my between-bikini-waxes savior. The plastic strips come already coated in wax so I don't have to deal with any kind of messy or sticky situation. Just warm them between your hands, peel them apart, apply and rip. They remove errant, overgrown hairs in seconds. I'm not stoic enough to brave a DIY Brazilian, but these convenient, foolproof strips keep me presentable all summer long. -- Jill Provost

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If you're anything like me, you know summertime equals barbecues and bonfires, sure, but also painful, itchy bug bites. Whether I'm ridiculously sweet, or there's something irresistible about my O-negative blood, I'll never know. What I do know is, scratching my skin raw is never a good idea (hello scars!) And taking antihistamines is an acceptable option only at bedtime, since they leave me near-comatose. Thankfully, I recently found Badger After-Bug Balm Bug Bite Itch Relief Stick, $6.99, and I'm so glad that I did.

The list of natural and organic ingredients immediately drew me in, but I stayed for its comforting qualities. The bug bite balm glides on smoothly and nourishes skin, thanks to a blend of lavender, coconut, castor and sunflower seed oils. Colloidal oatmeal and a cooling combo of menthol, eucalyptus, peppermint and tea tree oils soothe the bite on contact. I've tried just about every itch relief product on the market -- they either smell not-so-great or leave me scratching soon after applying. Thanks to Badger After-Bug Balm, instead of smelling like a bunch of chemicals, I'm left with the spa-like scent of lavender and mint and can go about my day itch free. Needless to say, this girl will be enjoying a lot more outdoor adventures this summer!

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Growing up in a small city in Minnesota (and spending a majority of my summers on my uncle's farm), I never really worried about pollution or the damage it could cause my complexion. It wasn't until I picked up and moved to Los Angeles that I noticed the smog-ridden city clogging my pores and accentuating my fine lines. And at the young age of 24, that pretty much caused me to freak the f*ck out.

Thankfully, a panic attack was avoided the day Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant, $58, crossed my desk. The exfoliator is infused with skin-happy ingredients like activated Binchotan charcoal powder and Rice Bran extract, which deeply cleanse pores, while sloughing off harmful pollutants that weaken the skin barrier and cause aging.

Every time I apply the gentle and finely grained exfoliator to my face, I can almost hear my skin taking a deep breath in. Apart from allowing skin to breathe, it also leaves it insanely soft and youthful-looking. After about three weeks of use, I noticed the fine lines I had freaked out over dramatically diminished, and the evidence of my favorite bad habit, picking blemishes, was completely gone (I blame Dr. Pimple Popper). Instead, I was left with smooth, happy and glowy skin, which allows me to get by with just a tinted moisturizer most days, rather than my full-coverage foundation.

Being a beauty editor, we see a lot of phenomenal products, but I can say with confidence that this product makes my list of top-three faves of all time. Pollution? Psh. Thanks to Dermalogica, it doesn't have a thing on me anymore. -- Jessica Amaris

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I love makeup: putting it on, wearing it, and even taking it off. I don't love foundation, though. I can't handle the mask-like feel, and I'm a frequent napper -- I've zonked out in the backseat of my car more times than I can count. Suffice it to say foundation is not compatible with my lifestyle.

I'm not implying that I go about my day bare-faced -- no way. Concealer is my saving grace. And that concealer is Cover FX Perfect Pencil, $16.

Concealer is only good if it goes on exactly the spots where you need it and nowhere else. The precise point of this twist-up pencil lets me cover tiny blemishes and hyperpigmentation and add definition to my brows and lips, all in a matter of seconds. It's so portable and easy to maneuver, I can do my face anytime, anywhere. Touching up my concealer might be my second favorite thing to do in the car. And this bad boy does as much to brighten my skin as an hour-long nap. --Katie McCarthy