Call it “girl math,” but I believe anything that brings you closer to your wellness and self-care goals is a worthy investment, whether it’s a matching workout set, a Pilates membership, a $9 matcha, or an upgraded skincare routine. Recently, my friend told me she wants to achieve the best skin of her life as we approach 2026 (honestly, same) and asked for my advice. So, I did what any good friend would do and took her right over to Nordstrom to walk her through my top recommendations. We focused on both skincare and bodycare, because Lord knows we need an all-around boost of hydration this time of year! Not to brag, but I really outdid myself here—from hydrating facial oils to Dior eye patches to a pink ice roller, keep scrolling to shop my curated lineup of essentials that’ll help you reach your skincare goals in 2026.
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U Beauty
The Super Hydrator
Your skin will drink up this moisturizer. It boasts long-chain hyaluronic acid, peptides, and avocado oil (among other nourishing emollients) that repair the skin barrier and provide long-lasting hydration.
Furtuna Skin
Obsidian Gua Sha
A daily gua sha ritual has endless benefits, including boosting circulation, reducing puffiness, and sculpting your face. I don’t think there’s anything gua sha can’t do.
With an instant cooling effect, these ultra-luxe patches leave your under-eyes feeling refreshed and luminous. (They also make you feel bougie.)
True Botanicals
Renew Pure Radiance Hydrating Oil
Get a glowing complexion with this beloved facial oil, even in the middle of winter. It contains a cocktail of ceramides, fatty acids, and antioxidants that work together to give you bright, radiant skin.
Augustinus Bader
The Rich Cream
Any beauty lover will instantly recognize this celeb-loved cream. It supports cell renewal to rejuvenate your complexion in the most luxurious way.
The Outset
Purifying Blue Clay Mask
Your new favorite self-care ritual. Swipe on this blue clay mask, wait 10 minutes, and you’ll be glowing.
ALLIES OF SKIN
Multi Peptides & GF Advanced Lifting Serum
Allies of Skin is a brand to watch, and you’ll want to add its hardworking serum to your routine stat. It has potent growth factors, lifting peptides, and copper lysinate to plump your skin.
111SKIN
Cryo De-Puffing 5-Piece Facial Mask
A cryofacial at home? Say less. This hydrogel mask will tighten and brighten your skin in just 20 minutes.
La Mer
The Regenerating Serum
I can guarantee there’s no other product like this in your skincare cabinet. This potent elixir has calming marine minerals, plant stem-cells, and glutathione to give you your best glow.
OMNILUX
Contour Face LED Mask
An LED mask is an investment in flawless skin, and this is one of the best on the market.
The Skinny Confidential
Mint Roller
This mini, travel-ready ice roller is the best and prettiest one on the market.
First Aid Beauty
Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration Moisturizer
This is the holy-grail moisturizer for sensitive skin. It has all of the soothing ingredients that parched winter complexions need, including colloidal oatmeal, allantoin, and shea butter. And TBH, it’s a really good price point for how much product you get.
La Mer
The Lip Volumizer Lip Gloss
Give your lips some love with this serum-strength treatment. It contains La Mer’s patented miracle-broth formula and hyaluronic acid—two powerhouse ingredients for a plump, soft pout.
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Nécessaire
The Body Vitamin C
We all love vitamin C for the face, and this serum brings the same brightening, radiance-boosting benefits to your whole body.
SALT & STONE
Santal & Vetiver Body Wash
Pamper yourself with this indulgent body wash. It’s scented with velvety amber and cozy sandalwood to give you a spa-like experience at home.
Aesop
Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash
Finally, a hand soap that gently cleanses without stripping your moisture barrier. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t want Aesop soap in their bathroom?
Augustinus Bader
The Body Cream
Treat yourself to this luxurious body cream. It’s velvety, hydrating, and firming.
Kiehl’s
Creme De Corps Body Moisturizer
Drench your skin in this ultra-moisturizing blend of cocoa butter, squalane, and shea butter. Your dry winter skin will thank you.
L’Occitane
Shea Butter Hand Cream
I’m never without a hand cream. Not only does this one envelop your hands in rich moisture, but it’s also delightfully scented with honey, sweet almond, and jasmine.
Dry brushing is an essential pre-shower skincare step that energizes, invigorates, and detoxes your body. You might as well get one from the queen of wellness herself.
Kate McLeod
Daily Stone Moisturizing Lotion Bar
This stone is a highly-concentrated, eco-friendly alternative to your traditional body lotion.