Beauty Items You Need To Grab On Your Next Trader Joe's Trip, According To Reviews

Whether you're hosting a party or just need some snacks for your pantry, Trader Joe's is the place to shop. Known for its seasonally curated aisles and fresh produce, the friendly store will have you leaving with bags stuffed with goodies. But Trader Joe's isn't only known for its yummy eats — its beauty section is also chock full of great and affordable finds that are comparable to more expensive items. For example, one Reddit user who worked at a dermatologist's office recommended the Retinol Night Serum. "It's very similar to the $70 0.3% serum we sold. Also their triple antioxidant serum looks exactly like the one we sold for over $100," the user shared. Now, all that's left after learning how to incorporate retinol into your skincare routine is to head to TJ's!

To refresh their skin even more while they sleep, many swear by the Trader Joe's Night Cream, which contains Irish sea moss extract. "I've been using this cream for about a week and I'm so impressed! I have very dry skin, and applying it overnight has made a huge difference in how fresh and hydrated my skin feels during my morning prep," one Reddit user raved. Hot tip: To make sure your overnight skincare stays on your face and not your bedding, be sure to sleep on your back. The Retinol Night Serum and Night Cream are products you'll want to save for the evening, but Trader Joe's has plenty of daytime skincare that users love, too.

We know that SPF is always necessary (except right before bed), and luckily, the Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen is comparable to Supergoop but for a fraction of the cost. Business Insider compared the two, and the TJ's option trumped the more expensive sunscreen for its durability and feel. Of course, you can't forget to protect your pout, too, so while you're in the beauty aisle, grab a tube of the Sunscreen Lip Balm, which has also received great reviews. "I picked up the new Trader Joe's Lip Balm, and I'm impressed!" Instagram account Traderjoeslist shared. A fan replied, "My new fave! I actually like it better than our seasonal chapstick set."

If you're looking for a new daytime moisturizer, check out the Trader Joe's Hyaluronic Moisture Boost Serum, which was even approved by a dermatologist. "Check out the ingredient list. Only four ingredients. I love when skincare products have minimal ingredients because odds are much better that many will tolerate it well," Dr. Scott Walter stated in a September 2023 TikTok video. The doctor, who advised putting the hyaluronic serum on damp skin, loved that this particular formula didn't feel as sticky as others and noted that it was lightweight enough to layer on other skincare products. Now that you've got your facial products covered with highly recommended items, it's time to turn your attention to top-rated body products.

Body lotions can be hit or miss, as some feel greasy, but that's not the case with the Trader Joe's Ultra Moisturizing Hand Cream. It contains coconut oil and shea butter, and many love how the lotion absorbs into the skin without leaving any residue. "Definitely a favorite of mine!! I work in pharmacy so I wash my hands often. This is one of the few hand lotions I've tried that doesn't make my hands greasy and it lasts FOREVER!" one Reddit user stated. Another wrote, "I have bad eczema and this is the only TJ's hand lotion that helps! Swear by this stuff." 

If body butters are more your jam, check out the Trader Joe's Cacay Oil option, which came out in 2024 and disappeared for a while until it hit the shelves again in summer 2025. Fans of the body butter were excited to hear the news, with one writing on Instagram, "Yay!!! The body butter has returned!!! Thank you for sharing!!! Time for me to stock up!!"

Trader Joe's shoppers know that the store is known for its seasonal items, and fall is the perfect time to get your hands on the Pumpkin Body Scrub. "Run, don't walk," a TikTok user urged their viewers, adding, "This is intoxicating. And if you're a person who's like, 'I don't really like pumpkin stuff,' just smell it ... 10 out of 10, no notes." Be sure to grab it quickly, as it's only in stores for a limited time, but there are still tons of evergreen products we bet you can't wait to try anytime of the year.

Since we based our list purely on the Trader Joe's beauty products that have rave reviews, we scoured the internet for comments made by users. We checked sites like Reddit and Instagram, as we wanted critiques from those who have actually tried the products and loved them. Professional analysis was also added to get some perspective from a doctor who tried one of the products and gave his stamp of approval. The beauty items we chose are mostly stocked year-round to make them easily accessible, with a couple of exceptions. However, the seasonal items were highly rated, and customers are always excited when they return to TJ's shelves each year.