Beauty Products That Will Help You Survive Cold and Flu Season

If it feels like everyone around you is sneezing and coughing right now, it's because they are. This winter has been a particularly brutal one for all kinds of nasty bugs that leave you looking as miserable as you feel. That's why we compiled our favorite beauty products that will help you get back to your healthy, glow self.
By Colleen Kratofil and Andrea Lavinthal
February 01, 2019 01:26 PM
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Pockette Tissues 

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Unlike regular pocket tissues, these full-sized, four-ply wonders won't leave your nose dry and irritiated, even after the 100th time you blow your nose.

Buy It! Pockette Premium 4-Ply Pocket Size Facial Tissue, $15.19; amazon.com

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Herbivore Jade Facial Roller

If you bought one of these trendy tools months ago, but still have no idea what to do with it, now's the time to bust it out. The little roller device reduces reducing puffiness and just feels really soothing and relaxing.

Buy It! Herbivore Jade Facial Roller, $30; sephora.com

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Oilogic Cough & Cold Essential Oil Roll-On

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Even if you're more NyQuil than natural when it comes to cold remedies, it's worth giving essential oils a shot. Dab this blend of rosemary, peppermint and eucalyptus on the back of your neck, chest wrists and even the bottoms of your feet and take a deep whiff to reap the benefits.

Buy It! Oilogic Cough & Cold Essential Oil Roll-On, $9.99; oilogiccare.com

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Rael Natural Herbal Heating Patch

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Technically, these patches were created to treat period cramps, but they're also warm and comforting when you have the chills or body aches.

Buy It! Rael Natural Herbal Heating Patch, $4.99; getrael.com

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Aquaphor

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When you inevitably end up with a raw, red nose at the end of your cold, reach for the tried and true cure-all — Aquaphor.

Buy It! Aquaphor Healing Skin Ointment, $6.29; walgreens.com

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Dial Hand Soap 

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The best way to prevent getting sick is to wash your hands — over and over and over. This antibacterical soap is surprisingly moisturizing so your hands won't feel like sandpaper by spring.

Buy It! Dial 2 in 1 Foaming Hanf Wash, $2.06; target.com

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Charlotte Tilbury Lipstick 

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No, we're not suggesting that you need to wear makeup while you're home sick in bed. But when you do manage to get yourself up and out of the house, swipe on a bright lipstick. You'll be surprised how much better you look.

Buy It! Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution in Amazing Grace, $34; charlottetilbury.com

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Honest Breathe Easy Rub

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Just like the vapor rub your mother slathered all over you as a kid, only this modern version is organic and actually smells good.

Buy It! Honest Organic Breathe Easy Rub, $11.29; cvs.com

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Baby Bum Hand Sanitizer

When you can't wash your hands, keep them clean with this coconut-scented spray, which kills 99.9% of germs.

Buy It! Sun Bum Baby Bum Hand Sanitizer, $3.99; target.com

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Dyson Humidifier

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Humidifiers are a must when you're sick (or even when you're not) since they prevent your sinuses from drying out and can help with respiratory issues. But it's a pain to keep them clean, which is why this Dyson version is so amazing. It uses ultraviolet light to kill 99.9% of bacteria, viruses and mold in the water, making it worth it's price tag.

Buy It! Dyson AM10 Humidifier, $349.99; amazon.com

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