Topicals reviews and discussion

4.3

84% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Effective hyperpigmentation treatment results
  • Calming relief for reactive skin
  • Playful, distinctive packaging
  • Lightweight, layer-friendly textures
  • Strong sulfuric product odor
  • Occasional drying, irritating formulas
  • Fussy metal tube packaging
  • Messy, awkward spray applicators

Topicals earns strong reviews for products that visibly fade hyperpigmentation (Faded serum, High Roller) and calm sensitive, reactive skin (Like Butter), indicating the brand works when used consistently. However, many reviews criticize the sulfuric/chemical smell, occasional dryness or irritation, and fussy metal tubes or messy sprays, making the experience divisive despite cute, thoughtful packaging.

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111 reviews and posts

  • pretty moisturizing, unique texture and nice minty flavor. can be a bit too sticky for me though, often getting stuck in my hair. intrigued by their other products and i'm looking forward to trying more!

  • Love love, love this missing lotion and regular lotion. I will order again from them. Smell is just right and not overwhelming very good moisturizing lotion. The product container is also high catching.

  • The Topicals Under Eye Mask is such a treat! It feels super cooling and soothing the moment you put it on, and it really helps with puffiness and tired-looking eyes. I love how hydrating it is without feeling sticky or heavy, and it leaves my under-eye area looking refreshed and bright. I even added them to my bridesmaids’ bachelorette goodie bags and they all loved them! Using these masks feels like a little mini spa moment, and now they’re a total favorite for both me and my friends.

  • I love topicals!! However, their slick lip salve has my heart, it IS sticky, but I don’t mind because of the hydration and shiny lip benefits 😍 The eye masks are also a staple in my routine!

  • I recently picked up the Topicals Slick Lip Duo. The set includes two the Slick Lip Balm, perfect to keep one for myself and give the other one away in a stocking or a little gift box during the holidays. The balm has a rich, creamy texture that feels luxurious on my lips. It's made with ingredients like shea butter and jojoba oil, which are known for their deeply hydrating dry lips, especially ones like mine that sadly peel apart during winter/cold weather times. It works well under lipstick or gloss as a moisturizing base. It’s not sticky and absorbs nicely, leaving lips feeling smooth but not greasy. The scent is subtle and pleasant, mint scent nothing overpowering. The only thing I noticed is it might make my lips feel hydrated but the balm itself doesn’t stay a long time on the lips you will need to reply after a hour or two. I also noticed the mint is easy to press down to get product on but the açaí color lip balm/gloss one I have to press hard down to get the it out.

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  • I really like that it isn't sticky. It feels moisturizing and lasts a long time. I'm not normally a big fan of mint lip products because they tend to be too strong, too tingly and irritating for me. This one is a very subtle mint and isn't irritating at all. The 2 pack is also a great value.

  • WOW! topicals is such an incredible brand in more ways than one. first, their products are great! highroller is my favorite, it helps my in grown hair and breakouts so much!!! it is such a ride or die product. and sealed has really helped my skin, it is quick and easy to add into my routine and helps to heal breakouts and scars faster!

    Received a free product from Topicals
  • It took exactly two months for this to start working fast and clearing up most of my old scars as well as the new ones so I enjoy it and I’m so glad they took away that nasty smell god it was awful the new one is good

  • I am loving the Topicals Faded serum. I have melasma, and as a result, I have a large dark spot in the middle of my forehead that won’t seem to go away and I am unable to laser this spot, as it will make it darker. I have been relying on bleaching cream from the plastic surgeons office, but that has done little to lighten my dark spot. Enter the Topicals Faded Brightening Serum for Dark Spots and Discoloration. This dermatologist tested brightening and hydrating serum visibly reduces stubborn dark spots, and that has been my experience. While I don’t think my melasma will ever go away, this serum has greatly lightened what once looked like a dark bullseye on my forehead. The product is scent free and layers well with the other products I use in my skincare routine. Just make sure you apply SPF after using this serum!

    Received a free product from Topicals
  • Hate to admit it but I am not good at moisturizing. It always seems like such a hassle! Reaching hard areas, missing spots and overly goop products. Thankfully, topicals like butter has saved my lifeeee. I don’t have to fight myself or my depression to apply it with much effort. It’s great to reach my legs and back area with just a simple aim, press, rub. My skin texture has gotten so much better since I’ve began to properly nourish it. Having cracked skin is never the goal. I love the multiple usage of like butter and how much it helps just about every common skin issue. The heat of my city can really burn me up on a good Saturday, like butter aides sun burn! A back-acne flare up? Dry patches on my arms or legs? LIKE BUTTER BABY.. it’s literally a staple and I’ll recommend it to anyone with skin lol.

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  • Combining hydrating soothing ingredients and tyrosinase inhibitors together is genius(Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Kojic Acid, Melatonin, Azelaic acid, and Niacinamide)! I appreciate that I get the best of both worlds in a lightweight serum that can be used daily and it *actually* helps with hyperpigmentation and texture! I'm already on my second bottle and soon will be repurchasing my third!

  • I have incredibly sensitive, reactive skin, with rosacea (ocular, papular, and blotches), recurring perioral dermatitis, and eczema. I'm also prone to hives and facial swelling from allergic contact. Finding non-reactive skincare as my conditions have worsened over the past DECADE has been a nightmare. In the past two months, my face has COMPLETELY calmed down and looks glorious. The only changes to my routine have been: 1) Add Gallinee Vinegar toner 2) Swap LikeButter by Topicals for my previous moisturizers. It's like my facial skin has been waiting for LikeButter my whole life. I don't have redness, irritation, or congestion. My facial skin is finally comfortable. I've begun using this cream as my day AND night cream (it doesn't take much!), and per the recommendation of my aesthetician, I also extend my facial routine down my neck, chest, and breasts. It's glorious! Haven't tried the other products yet, but will once it's time to reorder. The tube has been lasting quite a while. I have my eye on their Mists (Faded and Body Butter) for use on my torso. FYI, my routine is (now) gentle cleanser, toner (see above), SOS spray, gentle vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, moisturizer, and (low-oleic) oil to finish. Now I just live in fear that they'll change the product or that the company will go out of business.

  • Brightening and Clearing Serum completely changed the pesky dark spots that never were able to go away. Ive been using this for about 3 months now and the way its been able to clear my past dark spots on my body due to bacne. The ingredient list truly packs everything. The smell is something usually everyone dislikes because it smells like getting a session with Nair products. Trust me when I say you're able to look over that when you get this serum.

  • I'm currently using the faded serum for my dark spots and old marks and I love its lightweight consistency. I also love how moisturize it leaves your skin feels. The only con I experienced with this product is its bad smell, but again they explain that it's due to one active ingredient in their product. The other product that I'm using is the high roller, for someone fighting ingrown hair. I can assure you that this product has saved me from that battle.

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  • Been using for a while for hyperpigmentation and I can definitely see a change in the marks and they are getting lighter

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    Love this product. Definitely worth the money and I can see my dark spots getting lighter.

  • I've tried a lot of undereye masks, and these ones are definitely top 3 for me!!! The felt/fabric feel is unique vs the usual gel ones and they actually stay on. I love the pattern, and I do feel like there's a noticeable brightening and anti-puffing sensation I get after wearing them for 10-15 minutes. To be improved: cooling sensation under the eye - I feel like other products help with a "hangover relief" sense of coolness that's relaxing. These don't feel as soothing. Def a do-over for me! And the travel packs are easy to take with me on trips and to have an extra for a friend after a long bach weekend :)

  • I love that this is a WOC-owned brand with founders who understand what it's like to have sensitive, reactive skin. I personally have used Like Butter and the eye masks. Neither one of them irritated my sensitive skin and they have no added fragrance which can cause irritation. It's important to know that this is a sensitive skin brand going into it--many people mention or complain about the lack of fragrance but that means you aren't their target audience.

    Received a free product from Topicals
  • I have been a Topical Insider for about 2 months now. Not only do I love the products that Topicals creates, but their mental health awareness and advocacy mission and work, and their AMAZING customer service! I will always be a lover of Topicals. I especially love their Like Butter and Faded mist, as well as the Like Butter mask and Faded eye patches!

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    The mister on the Like Butter and Faded mists- but they are now new and improved, and work just as they should! (new launch)

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  • I have used my entire tube of the Like Butter. I think some people have issues with pilling with the product and I did the first time I used it. I looked online and realized I was applying it wrong. Definitely need to have your face slightly wet and it glides on. I recommend it as an overnight mask. I had dermatitis spreading on my eyelid/upper eye area last summer from a bad reaction to a different skin product and Like Butter helped it go away and soothe the skin. I have used my Faded cream a little bit and I know many people hate the smell but I actually don't mind if my skin care doesn't always smell all fruity and have added fragrances to them as fragrance irritates my skin. Will be repurchasing Like Butter ASAP.

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    The tube key should come with the products especially if you are buying the duo together.

  • I am so happy that I found Topicals. I absolutely love their ‘Faded’ serum as I have struggled with uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation for years. It’s especially difficult to find products for when you’re of darker skin tone. After a few applications of the Faded cream I definitely was able to see a difference. So I have added to my daily skin care routine. My skin has been more clearer, texture smoother and my pores are shrinking.

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    I would say as long as you don’t have sensitive skin it should work for you. I will forewarn you that it does have a strong sulfur smell because of that ingredient. However, outside of that it is a great product overall.

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