Is Trader Joe’s Skin Care Actually Good?
Summary
Rosie Guerin and Wirecutter writer Neha Tanden review Trader Joe’s budget skincare line to identify standout products and misses. They praise the $4 Rose Facial Toner, $7 Marula Oil, and affordable retinol and sunscreen for their performance and value. Conversely, they critique the Tea Tree Cleansing Pads and certain serums for unpleasant textures or scents, offering better alternatives from their existing guides.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Egg Life wraps
Intro: Testing Trader Joe's skincare dupes
Methodology and viral appeal of TJ's beauty
Top Pick: Rose Facial Toner ($4)
Top Pick: Marula Facial Oil ($7)
Top Picks: Retinol Serum and Sunscreen
Sponsors: Instagram, SNHU, NYT
Skip: Natural Facial Cleansing Pads
Skip: Hyaluronic Serum and Facial Serum
Alternatives and Moisturizer verdict
Outro and credits
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