Grab Your Chopsticks: It’s Sushi Cupcake Time!

Remember how we started this week out rounding up all sorts of rolls? Spring rolls, rollups, and cucumber rolls, oh my! What better way to finish off the week with a sweet take on a classic roll? That’s right. Those adorable little sushi-looking things you see in the photo above are actually mini cupcakes! Topped with frosting, shredded coconut, and cleverly selected and sliced gummy candies.

Ingredients:
– fluffy white cake mix

– 1 cup water

– 1 cup greek yogurt

– black fondant (available on Amazon)

– 1 tube or can white frosting

– shredded coconut

– assorted gummy candies (sour straws, fruit wedges, Swedis Fish, Haribo Fruity Frutti)

– tools: piping tip (optional)

When we initially set out to tackle this bit of sweetness, we had big ideas about sprinkles, hand-rolled fondant fish, and nonpareils. Then we realized gummy candies are where it’s at! Yes we used fondant in place of seaweed, but everything else is super easy to find and takes just about 40 minutes to complete, including baking time.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. For the cake part of the deal, we used Duncan Hines Fluffy White Cake Mix, a cup of water, and a cup of nonfat Greek yogurt in place of oil and eggs. Not only is this a “skinny” take on cupcakes, but it gives your cake a spongey, Angel food-like texture that is super tasty.

Mix it up.

Pour it into muffin pans with cupcake liners.

Bake for 20 minutes. Use a toothpick to test whether or not cupcakes are cooked all the way through.

Now it’s time to get transform these cupcakes into little pieces of sushi and sashimi!

Roll out your fondant and cut it into a strips that fit around your cupcakes. You’ll probably need about 2 inches off of your fondant block.

Unwrap your cupcake. Wrap with a strip of fondant. Pipe a bit of frosting onto the top – this doesn’t need to be perfect. Top with coconut to give a rice-like effect to the frosting. Time to top with a gummy candy. To make a cupcake that looks like tobiko (fish roe), we used Haribo Fruity Fruitt. So fun!

For a sashimi look, simply unwrap your cupcake, top with frosting and coconut, add a Swedish Fish and wrap with a small strip of fondant.

Lay everything out on a sushi tray, grab some chopsticks, and serve! Yum!

You’ve got your annual Fourth of July cookout responsibilities down pat. One friend brings the pasta salad, another gladly takes care of the grilled veggie sides, and then you are happily in charge of the patriotic flag cake. But this year, you might want to shake things up. We’ve got 15 red, white, and blue cupcakes and cakes with broad stripes and bright stars to celebrate Independence Day in style.

Flag Cake

Oh Sweet Basil

No dessert is more patriotic than a full-blown flag cake adorned with white icing, ruby raspberries, and blueberries. (via Oh Sweet Basil)

4th of July Cupcakes

The Little Blonde Baker

Red, white, and blue are twirled to perfection to give you these slightly psychedelic vanilla cupcakes; they’re topped with a finger-lickin’ buttercream that you can easily make on your own. (via The Little Blonde Baker)

Red, White, and Blue Funfetti Cupcakes

Treats and Trends

Funfetti has become a birthday *must,* but we’re bringin’ it for the Fourth of July with these gloriously festive cupcakes slathered in buttercream frosting. (via Treats and Trends)

Red, White, and Blue Cake Pops

Love Maegan

With a white chocolate coating and festive sprinkles, these gorgeous cake pops are a total crowd-pleaser. They’re also really fun and easy to make, so get the kids to help! (via Love Maegan)

Red, White, and Blue Cake

What Should I Make For...

This naked layered red velvet cake skips the festive sprinkles and replaces them with fresh berries. (via What Should I Make For…)

Fourth of July Peanut Butter Cookie Cake

Sweetest Menu

What your Fourth of July party REALLY needs is an oversized peanut butter cookie cake covered in red and blue chocolate candies. (via Sweetest Menu)

Firecracker Cake

Love Bakes Good Cakes

With red, white, and blue drips of delicious frosting, this vanilla cake is as exciting on the inside as it is on the outside, thanks to some crafty yet simple techniques. (via Love Bakes Good Cakes)

Patriotic Swirl Cupcakes

Two Sisters Crafting

It’s hard to beat colorful swirls of buttercream sitting atop moist and crumbly chocolate cupcakes, amirite? Follow the simple tutorial and WOW your pals. (via Two Sisters Crafting)

Low Carb 4th of July Vanilla Berry Cake

It's Autumn's Life

If this vanilla berry cake proves anything, it’s that you can still be festive while keeping things clean and simple. Decorated with sweet strawberries and blackberries, this dessert is low in carbs but big on flavor. (via It’s Autumn’s Life)

Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Our Family of Seven

This recipe brings cupcakes to a whole new level by filling ice cream cones with batter before baking. They’re then topped with icing as usual, and a maraschino cherry for good measure. (via Our Family of Seven)

Easy July 4th Ice Cream Cake

Just A Taste

This cooling ice cream cake is made with frozen pound cake, your choice of raspberry or strawberry sorbet, and a whipped topping that’s decked out in fresh berries and patriotic goodies. (via Just a Taste)

Red Velvet 4th of July Cupcakes

Your Cup Of Cake

These ruby cakes are brimming with red velvety goodness and whipped cream icing, and topped with fresh blueberries for a touch of blue. (via Your Cup of Cake)

Red, White, and Blue Cake

Preppy Kitchen

Bring this gawk-worthy petal cake to your Fourth of July cookout and treat your friends to three decadent layers of spongy cake and buttercream. (via Preppy Kitchen)

Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Cupcakes

Pack Momma

Speared with sparkling stars, these cupcakes boast American pride with colorful icing and cake layers. (via Pack Momma)

American Flag Cake

Cooking Is Messy

This cake might seem run-of-the-mill at first glance, but when you cut into it and reveal your mad baking skills, guests will be left in a complete state of awe. (via Cooking Is Messy)

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Without a doubt, the best part of Yellowstone spinoff 1923 is its cast. I already knew Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford were serious stars, but watching them together is a masterclass in empathy and strength, while Brandon Sklenar and Julia Schlaepfer have the most insane chemistry I've ever seen.

Whether you've been waiting for news on the season 2 release date since the moment season 1 ended, or you hopped on the Yellowstone train after seeing Brandon in It Ends With Us, we're getting 1923 season 2 soon! New episodes drop February 23, which means you have just enough time to watch all of season 1 again and geek out over the entire cast.

While we for the new episodes to premiere on February 23, here's everyone in the 1923 season 2 cast.

1. Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton

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Star Wars and Indiana Jones star Harrison Ford leads the cast as patriarch Jacob Dutton.

2. Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton

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Helen Mirren plays the strong and ever-dependable Cara Dutton, whom I LOVE.

3. Brandon Sklenar as Spencer Dutton

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The 1923 season 2 cast includes Brandon Sklenar as the adventurous Spencer Dutton, who's currently on a mission to get back to the Yellowstone ranch. Here's a photo of him looking particularly wistful.

4. ​Julia Schlaepfer as Alex

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We'll also see the return of Julia Schlaepfer as Alex (not Alexandra), who's using nothing but the return address on Cara's letters to find the Dutton family.

5. Darren Mann as Jack Dutton

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Darren Mann stars as Jack Dutton, Jacob & Cara's great-nephew and Spencer's nephew.

6. Michelle Randolph as Elizabeth Strafford  Dutton

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1923 season 2 will also star Michelle Randolph as Elizabeth Strafford Dutton, Jack's wife.

7. Aminah Nieves as Teonna Rainwater

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Aminah Nieves stars as Teonna Rainwater, who's one of the characters I'm most excited to see again.

8. ​Brian Geraghty as Zane Davis

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The 1923 season 2 cast includes Brian Geraghty as Zane Davis.

9. Jerome Flynn as Banner Creighton

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Jerome Flynn will return for 1923 season 2 as the scheming and ever-angry Banner Creighton.

10. Sebastian Roché as Father Renaud

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Sebastian Roché will return as Father Renaud, who's still hunting Teonna.

11. Isabel May as Elsa Dutton

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Thankfully, we'll see (or rather, hear) Isabel May as Elsa Dutton, the narrator for 1923 season 2.

12. Andy Dispensa as Luca

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The final 1923 season 2 cast member in our roundup is The Chosen star Andy Dispensa as a new character named Luca, who's “a young man working in the engine room of a merchant ship.”

Which 1923 season 2 cast member are you most excited to reunite with? I'm so excited to see Julia and Brandon together onscreen again. I need Alex and Spencer to reunite ASAP! Read up on The Most-Anticipated TV Shows Coming In 2025 — it's going to be another great year of TV.

We've all been there – you can't decide between cake and cookies, and instead, you can't resist piling 'em all together because they just look so good! Well, resist no longer. These 36 genius sweet treat mashups are super fundesserts to make, *and* they'll take care of every single craving you have in just one bite. Sweet tooth, this one goes out to you.

Red Velvet Brookies

Brookies (brownies + cookies) are already an epic dessert mashup, but get even more so when you combine 'em with classic red velvet cake. These layered sweets make a great Valentine's Day dessert, but taste ahh-mazing for any occasion. (via Brit + Co)

Nutella + Banana Pizookie

Though an actual pizza wouldn't necessarily work mashed up with sweet cookies, making a big, pizza-sized cookie in a skillet yields the all-glorious pizookie! This one gets a crazy Nutella + banana treatment for even more chocolatey goodness. (via Brit + Co)

Key Lime Pie Bars

Not only is this dessert a mix between dessert bars and key lime pie, but it also features a sexy brown sugar crust, creamy key lime pie filling, and a sweet vanilla whipped cream. Yummm. (via Brit + Co)

Vanilla Tiramisu Cake

Tiramisu is traditionally a dessert that features coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and this cake recipe adds the coffee flavor by soaking chocolate chunks in sweet coffee syrup and topping with coffee-soaked vanilla cake crumbs. Yes, please. (via Brit + Co)

Oreo Chip Cookies

Two of our fave cookies just became one. Don’t forget a tall glass of milk to go with these savory goodies! (via Brit + Co)

Red Velvet Cheesecake

Cheesecakes are such fun desserts to make, so this one that takes inspo from red velvet cake takes, well, the cake when it comes to dessert mashups! Top this bad boy with Oreos for a nice edible garnish. (via Brit + Co)

Peeps S'mores

We love s'mores, and we love Peeps. Say no more! These colorful bites might just be one of the most fun desserts to make with kiddos or your S/O. Dip your graham crackers in melted chocolate for an extra sweet addition to the usual recipe. (via Brit + Co)

Apple Pie Tacos

Apple pie is yummy in all forms, but especially this apple pie taco... cinnamon-y apple bits get stuffed into homemade sweet shells for a fun dessert mashup. Finish these bites with whipped cream for added fun! (via Brit + Co)

Cinnamon Roll Palmiers

Palmiers are a classic French pastry that have a flaky effect to them. With this creative dessert, you'll give 'em the cinnamon bun treatment with tons of warm spices and gooey icing, of course! (via Brit + Co)

Vegan Marshmallow Fluffernutter

This dessert-y sandwich is a great treat to make when you don't really feel like baking. Vegan or not, all you have to do is layer on the peanut butter and marshmallow fluff in between two slices of bread and toast it. (via Brit + Co)

Lemon Lavender Champagne Cake

This lemon-lavender cake has so many tasty things in one delicious package that we just can't say no to a slice. The color makes this dessert mashup perfect for springtime or even an Easter celebration! (via Brit + Co)

Berry Pavlova

This delicious meringue and berry combo is going to be the star of the show at all your summer cookouts. Toss the berries in a little bit of lemon juice and sugar for good measure. (via Brit + Co)

Pecan Pie Bars

These pecan pie bars eliminate the need for a pie pan, instead compiling everything in a shallow dish. Each bite is chewy and sweet – the way creative desserts should be! (via Brit + Co)

DIY Halloween Dessert Shots

Despite the fact that these dessert shots have "Halloween" in the name, it doesn't have to be October for you to enjoy them. They're a mix of vegan chocolate pudding and tons of candy, which means they're bound to be a crowd fave. Just switch up the theme based on the season! (via Brit + Co)

Churro Chips

We're suckers for churros. Turn the crunchy, sugary treat into portable chips with a creamy icing dip for one of the coolest unique desserts out there. (via Brit + Co)

Conversation Heart Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe

These sugar cookie bars are topped with a super-sweet (with just the right amount of salted butter) icing. And you can't forget the conversation hearts. So... will U B mine? (via Brit + Co)

Snickers Ice Cream Brownie Bites

One bite of this delicious dessert mashup satisfies not one, but three cravings at once. We didn't know one dessert could be this amazing but we are never going back to regular Snickers. (via Brit + Co)

Caramel Kisses Brownies

Tell your loved ones you really love them with this Hershey’s Caramel Kiss hybrid dessert. Add some sea salt flakes on top for a whole new layer of flavor. (via Roxana’s Home Baking)

Chocolate Caramel Apples

An apple a day keeps the doctor away. And if you end up counting this gooey, chocolatey caramel dessert as your “apple a day,” we promise we won’t tell. (via She Wears Many Hats)

Homemade Twix Fudge

Twix candy may be a childhood favorite, but that doesn’t mean it can’t make its way into your favorite adult desserts, like this tasty homemade fudge! Whether you want to use the Left Twix or the Right Twix is totally up to you. (via Cleverly Simple)

Peanut Butter Snickers Cheesecake Brownies

Not for the faint of heart (literally), this treat combines possibly every classic dessert out there. And then tops it with candy! Let's hear it for sweets. (via Tidy Mom)

Gooey Marshmallow Funfetti Cookies

These thick, funfetti cake-like cookies taste like birthday fun with a side of glamping (hence the marshmallows). This is a great alternative to birthday cake for any gal who would rather eat cookies! (via Chelsea’s Messy Apron)

Twix Cheesecake Bars

Take cheesecake and candy on the go with these bars! Compared to how complicated they look, they're actually a quick fix, and a great option for anyone who doesn't have a ton of time to whip up dessert. (via Domestic Superhero)

Cinnamon Roll Meltaways

These simple meltaways take breakfast pastries to a whole new level with a marshmallow glaze. We'll be snacking on these all summer long! (via Oh Bite It!)

Sugar Cookie Layer Cake

This sweet cake is categorized more in the cookie realm with two huge stacks of dense sugar cookie layers. You'll pipe some vanilla frosting in between the layers and outside of the cake, making for a tasty birthday treat (or whenever you feel like making it, TBH)! (via Completely Delicious)

Oreo-Stuffed Cinnamon Rolls

This dessert mashup would also work wonderfully for a fun brunch set-up! In between the cinnamon rolls are Oreo bits that add some chocolatey flavor and crunchy texture. The icing layer will melt down into gooey goodness once you bake this creative batch! (via Earthly Provisions)

S’more Krispy Treats

Chocolate and Golden Graham cereal pieces merge together for a simple snack that tastes like an after-hours dessert. This creative dessert is almost like puppy chow or Rice Krispie treats, but way more chocolatey. (via Chef in Training)

Oreo Peanut Butter Brownie Cakes

This dense treat is perfect for those who prefer their Oreo and peanut butter desserts encrusted in a chocolate brownie. It's one of the coolest fun desserts to make, plus it's super easy since you're using already-made Oreo cookies. (via Picky Palate)

Cake Batter Ice Cream Cupcakes

This creative dessert recipe is everything we love about birthdays — ice cream, yellow cake, cake batter, and whipped cream — all rolled into one little cupcake! Let's celebrate! (via Bubbly Nature Creations)

Piñata Cake

Forgo the cardboard donkey and baseball bat in favor of this sweet, sweet surprise. We love the color on this pick! (via A Subtle Revelry)

Strawberry Shortcake Donuts

A DIY fruity fresh take on the gourmet donut trend! These donuts are a great choice for dessert and breakfast alike. (via A Beautiful Mess)

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches

Even though you always promised mom you wouldn’t eat cookie dough from the bowl, you're totally allowed to break that promise with these ice cream sandwiches. But she can rest easy because this cookie dough is eggless. (via Mel’s Kitchen Cafe)

Cookie Dough Bark

Of course, if you’re a total cookie dough freak, these little bark pieces might be the perfect bite-sized solution to your craving. They're great as a post-dinner treat and a movie night snack. (via Simple Joy)

Monster Cookie Bars

Peanut butter bars and cookies joined forces to bring you this colorful, chocolatey piece of heaven. Make it now, and thank us later. Peanut butter and chocolate is one of the tastiest dessert combinations around! (via Oh Sweet Basil)

Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Bars

If you’re craving a slightly over-the-top peanut butter and cheesecake combo, look no further than these cheesecake bars. Our mouths are watering at the sight of this creative dessert. (via Bakerella)

Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

It's impossible to disappoint with this ice cream cake made from layers of ice cream bars, sandwiched between whipped cream and topped with fudge drizzle. OMG. (via The Girl Who Ate Everything)

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This article has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

The MCU isn't done with the Multiverse just yet. After Kevin Feige announced Robert Downey Jr. would star as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday at San Diego Comic Con, it appears we'll see another OG Avenger in the movie: Chris Evans! But will he star as Steve Rogers/Captain America or Johnny Storm like he did in Deadpool & Wolverine? (Or Heaven forbid, another Doctor Doom.)

Here's everything we know about Chris Evans' reported return to the MCU in Avengers: Doomsday, coming May 1, 2026.

We could see more than one Captain America in 'Avengers: Doomsday.'

Deadline confirmed that Chris Evans would step back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe on December 9, and their sources also say Anthony Mackie will return as Sam Wilson's version of Captain America. Maybe we'll see another Cap vs. Cap battle like we saw in 2019's Avengers: Endgame?

In addition to Chris Evans and RDJ, we'll reportedly also see the Fantastic Four (Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and Joseph Quinn), and I'm hoping for confirmation we'll be reunited with Tom Holland's Peter Parker, Iman Vellani's Kamala Khan, and Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop.

Avengers: Doomsday is directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, so I'm sure it'll have the same magic of the old school Marvel movies we know and love!

Marvel Studios

Some fans were not happy when Endgame ended with Steve Rogers returning the Infinity Stones to their respective timelines and staying in the 1940s to begin a life with Peggy (basically opening up a brand new timeline). His entire arc since Captain America: The First Avenger in 2011 had been about his relationship with Bucky Barnes, and fighting to help a Hydra-brainwashed Bucky return to his true self. Ditching his newfound family for Peggy simply feels like a character regression. But it looks like Doomsday could be a step in fixing that.

"I need Steve and Bucky together again," one Instagram user says. Another points out that Chris' involvement could be "a flashback to get people excited, but I hope it’s Captain Hydra. Give me Bucky fighting Captain Hydra!" Bucky vs. Evil Steve and Peter Parker vs. Doctor Doom would be the craziest plot twist of the century (especially if Doom is really an evil Tony Stark variant)!

Here's what Chris Evans has said about returning to Marvel.

Chris Evans has been vocal in the past about needing a really good reason to return to the MCU, which means Avengers: Doomsday must be one heck of a script! "I would never say never, but I'm very protective of it," Chris said on an episode of the The View in 2023 (via Boston.com). "It's a very precious role to me, so it would have to be just right."

Well call me Goldilocks because the cast and crew on Doomsday (and the story, of course) must have been perfect! Stay tuned for the latest news on Chris Evans and the future of the MCU!

Would you want to see Chris Evans (and Steve Rogers) return to the MCU? In addition to Avengers: Doomsday, read up on the 5 New Marvel Movies Worth Watching!

Aging is inevitable, and with it comes all the signs of aging within our skin. A loss of elasticity can result in more fine lines and wrinkles, a longer time spent outside can result in dark-looking sun spots, and a natural decrease in oil production can result in pesky, pesky dryness. Luckily, there’s a serum for that!

These are the best serums for women in their 30s and 40s to combat signs of aging and foster glowy, youthful skin.

Amazon

Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Dark Spot Serum

If dark spots and uneven skin tone have crept into your skin over the years, this serum tackles it all. It's formulated with a vitamin C alternative called viniferine that's 62 times more effective than vitamin C. Plus, it delivers a lot of moisture using olive squalene.

Promising review: "I have used this product before and I love it. It's a little costly, but it works great in eliminating dark spots, if you use it every day. I'm not a person that's big on smells, but this product has a nice light scent. It works great under makeup. I'm on my third bottle and highly recommend it."

Sephora

Dieux Deliverance Antioxidant & Niacinamide Serum

Dieux's Deliverance serum packs a punch against discoloration using antioxidants, peptides, and 4% niacinamide. It goes on super lightweight and soaks in even faster, which is ideal for layering under other skincare goodies like moisturizer and SPF.

Promising review: "Loving this serum so much! It has a very lightweight and milky texture, that melts into the skin effortlessly. I’ve been using the serum for a few weeks and I can notice my fine lines look smoother and my skin overall looks firmer and more even toned! It also doesn’t clog the pores which I love! It has been my go to nighttime serum, the results are just so good!"

Amazon

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum

This youth-boosting serum is loaded with a fast-acting retinoid, a time-release retinol, and a retinol booster to really target fine lines. Not only will your skin look (and appear!) firmer, its tone will even out and be more hydrated with consistent use.

Promising review: "I have been using Murad products for several years. Some of their products are a little pricey but they work for me! Retinol I use every other night and it does not break me out or dry my face. I am in my mid 60's! Can tell a difference much smoother and lines not nearly as noticeable!"

Fig.1

Fig.1 Retinol Night Cream Level 1

Fig.1's commitment to clinically proven skincare is evident in this retinol-boosted serum. It's perfect for treating and improving fine lines and wrinkles and dark spots, plus it's helpful for clearing up acne-prone skin. The 0.15% encapsulated retinol is designed to release slowly, so you can apply it regularly without feeling irritated.

Promising review: "I have sensitive, dry and cystic-acne prone skin. It sounds like exaggerating to say that this product was the most impactful in calming my cystic acne, but this is the only product that resulted in a 80-85% reduction in cystic acne. I started using it once per week for about a month, then every other day for a month, then 5-6 days a week with one or two rest days with only minimal dryness (i increased moisturizing barriers underneath every other day and this quickly resolved). I have also seen overall improved skin texture and fading of acne scarring. Definitely recommend!"

Amazon

L'Oreal Paris Revitalift 0.3% Pure Retinol Night Serum

This nighttime serum includes 0.3% pure retinol, the "optimal concentration" for results. It calms the skin, too, using hyaluronic acid and glycerin to hydrate. SPF is a must with any retinol product, so make sure to slather it on! This product in particular also comes with a small sample size so you can patch-test it for any irritation before applying it.

Promising review: "I have been trialing for a year now the best quality skin items for wrinkles, fine line and skin care. This is an absolute must! It helps decrease fine lines and dry skin. I have spent hundreds of dollars reviewing and buying skin care products over the year to find the right items for a daily skin care routine!"

Amazon

Vichy LiftActiv Vitamin C Serum

Vitamin C is a powerhouse in combatting dullness and dark spots, and this serum is simply loaded with it. The formula is light and thin, so you only need to use a little bit at a time to cover your entire face. It also boasts hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to simultaneously smooth and hydrate the skin!

Promising review: "I love this product! I have used other Vit C serums and this one spreads more easily and does not irritate my face. I like the applicator because not too much comes out at one time so you don't waste any of it. I put about 4 drops in my hands and spread it out on my face. The only thing to be careful about is not to get it close to your eyes because it will burn. Otherwise, it has lightened and evened out my 67 year old skin. Will buy again."

Amazon

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum

Hyaluronic acid should be your go-to if dryness is your main skincare concern. This formula is created with several different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid to deeply penetrate the skin as well as leave a nice, dewy layer on top of it. Use it in conjunction with a good moisturizer, and you'll notice that your skin will be loads more hydrated!

Promising review: "Just purchased another 2 pack of the serum. I have been on a mission to find the best affordable skincare for many years, and so far this is the first hyaluronic serum I've been overjoyed with and purchased again. It does not take a whole lot to get a good coverage and my face ends up feeling soft and smooth all day after applying. Other ones I've tried would not moisturize that well for that long and I felt like I had to use a lot of product to get anywhere near the results I wanted."

Drunk Elephant

Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

This gentle exfoliating serum includes both AHAs and BHAs, which help improve the look of pores, blemishes, and fine lines. With aging skin, it's important to opt for chemical exfoliants like this rather than skin-damaging methods of physical exfoliation which can further perpetuate uneven tone and texture and fine lines.

Promising review: "This serum is a staple in my routine. It brightens my skin tone and smooths out any texture issues I might have. It's never irritating. It goes on a bit sticky if applied alone, but give it a minute to sink in and dry and the sticky texture goes away. Great staple acid serum."

Ulta

Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid

Since we produce less natural collagen as we age, it can be uber-important to supplement the skin with it in order to boost its overall hydration and retention capabilities. This 100% vegan formula also packs in hyaluronic acid, floral extracts, and Japanese camellia oil to further hydrate and soothe your complexion.

Promising review: "I've been using this serum for a while now and iI can really tell a difference when I sit using it for a bit. I try to stay on top of ordering it so I don't run out! It's so lightweight and absorbs well. I love how firm and even toned my skin looks because of it. I get compliments on my complexion and I know it's because of this serum."

Mutha

Mutha Hyaluronic Serum

This "skin barrier-loving" serum may be notably lightweight and oil-free, but it delivers intense results in terms of hydration. It includes 4 different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid to ensure your skin is hydrated, inside and out. It also features anti-inflammatory aloe vera and botanical extracts and ferments that protect the skin's natural barrier.

Promising review: "I am in my mid-40s and want to do what I can to prevent the signs of aging, so I've been looking for a good Hyaluronic serum. This one by Mutha is exactly what I needed! It is gentle and soothing, absorbs easily with no greasiness, is unscented and not at all irritating to my skin. It works well under makeup and with the rest of my skincare routine. A little goes a long way so one bottle will last a long time. I just wish I had this sooner!"

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