Photography by Peter Stigter

Cheat Your Way to Great Nails, Hair and Skin With These Beauty Wipes

Date August 10, 2017

They say that cheaters never prosper, but we like to think that this new crop of beauty wipes proves otherwise. Known as cosmetic cheat sheets, these next-level wipes offer refreshing and insanely easy shortcuts to luxury and convenience. For those who want to get glowing without sun damage, we found a wipe for that. And for those who know better than going to bed without washing their faces but don’t always manage to do so, we have a wipe for you, too – and there’s no rinsing necessary. Ranging from natural wonders infused with argan oil to varieties blended with amino acids, these high-performance wipes haven’t always received the praise they deserve. But we’ve noticed a new batch that can’t be missed, and we’re spotlighting our six favourites.

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Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Smoothing Body Towels

Consider these derm-approved retexturizing towels the fastest way to target skin imperfections. Dry and irritated skin will find relief with Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Smoothing Body Towels, formulated with hazel and glycolic acid to firm and tone. Should you try them? Yeah, it’s doctor’s orders.

($45, sephora.com)

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Philosophy’s Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleansing Cloths

After makeup artists admitted to using baby wipes to remove models’ makeup, beauty brands began making versions of their own. Philosophy’s Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleansing Cloths remove makeup, dirt and oil in a single swipe. They’re formulated for all skin types, and each pack comes with 30 disposable wipes for a month’s supply of paraben-free refreshment.

($20, thebay.com)

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Whish Deodorant Swipes

No need to sweat the small stuff, Whish Deodorant Swipes naturally refresh and prevent odor sans chalky mess left behind by chemicals commonly found in drugstore deodorants. These innovative wipes contain antioxidant-loaded chaparral extract to slow hair growth between shaving and organic seaweed extract loaded with peptides to firm and protect.

($22, whishbody.com)

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Ted Gibson Hair Sheets

There is nothing like Ted Gibson Hair Sheets to revive days old strands. A blend of silk amino acids, vitamins and wild orchid extract work to condition, while natural lavender oil refreshes hair. Not only do these good hair day wipes bring life back to limp locks, they also protect locks from UV and environmental damage.

($25, beauty.com)

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Josie Maran Bear Naked Nail Wipes

Josie Maran Bear Naked Nail Wipes do more than remove polish. Infused with organic argan oil, they also nourish dry cuticles and support healthy nails. That’s not all; did we mention that the all-natural acetone-free beauty pads also donate a portion of sales to support the National Resource Defense Council’s Polar Bear SOS initiative?

($11, sephora.com)

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Kate Sommerville’s 360 Tanning Towelettes

From the purveyor of skin wellness comes a new way to tan. Kate Sommerville’s 360 Tanning Towelettes give you a bronze goddess glow within hours of application — no SPF required. After exfoliating, apply to dry skin in a circular motion, and reapply as needed to maintain sun-kissed tans.

($55, sephora.com)