You've probably accumulated enough ultra-shiny lip glosses and fruity body mists during your teenage years to open a brick-and-mortar version of Claire's. But once you reach a certain age, it's important to have a well-edited collection of tried-and-tested beauty products that help you to look your best and transcend trends and time.
From a red lipstick that you always feel good wearing to a sunscreen you swear to slather on every single day, here are 10 beauty products we believe are must-haves once you reach adulthood.
Red Lipstick
Dolce & Gabbana
Swipe on a red lipstick to instantly boost your mood or dress up a drab outfit.
Pictured: Dolce & Gabbana Beauty Classic Cream Lipstick in Dora, $34.50
Pictured: Dolce & Gabbana Beauty Classic Cream Lipstick in Dora, $34.50
Facial Cleanser
Philosophy
Knowing how to wash your face is half the battle, and using the best cleanser for your skincare needs is just as important.
Pictured: Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Cleanser, $24
Pictured: Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Cleanser, $24
Hair Dryer
Dermstore
Using the right hair dryer will make it super easy to achieve a salon-worthy blowout at home. Don't be afraid to cough up a few extra bucks for a quality tool.
Pictured: Harry Josh Pro Tools Pro Dryer 2000, $300
Pictured: Harry Josh Pro Tools Pro Dryer 2000, $300
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Concealer
Charlotte Tilbury
A really great concealer can hide a multitude of imperfections, including dark under-eye circles and acne spots.
Pictured: Charlotte Tilbury Mini Miracle Eye Wand, $45
Pictured: Charlotte Tilbury Mini Miracle Eye Wand, $45
Eye Cream
Kiehl's
This skincare product helps to moisturize and even out skin tone so that you look more awake.
Pictured: Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, $47
Pictured: Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, $47
Fragrance
Chloe
While we certainly don't believe that you need to have a signature scent, knowing exactly which notes you love so that you can build your own fragrance wardrobe is a good idea.
Pictured: Chloe Love Eau de Parfum, $90
Pictured: Chloe Love Eau de Parfum, $90
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Mascara
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
Simply put on a bit of mascara to lengthen, curl or darken your lashes and your face will transform.
Pictured: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Eye Opening Mascara, $30
Pictured: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Eye Opening Mascara, $30
Moisturizer
Clinique
There's a face cream out there for every need -- from extra hydration to anti-aging to skin brightening.
Pictured: Clinique Smart Broad Spectrum SPF 15 Custom-Repair Moisturizer, $54
Pictured: Clinique Smart Broad Spectrum SPF 15 Custom-Repair Moisturizer, $54
Top Coat
Nails, Inc.
If you want your manicure to last longer, invest in a top coat nail polish.
Pictured: Nails, Inc. Kensington Caviar Gel Effect Top Coat, $15
Pictured: Nails, Inc. Kensington Caviar Gel Effect Top Coat, $15
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Sunscreen
Palmer's
We totally agree with "Scandal" star Kerry Washington that there's "no excuse" to skip sunscreen. And you should wear it every day, even in the winter.
Pictured: Palmer's Cocoa Butter Eventone Suncare Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion, $7.47
Pictured: Palmer's Cocoa Butter Eventone Suncare Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion, $7.47
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