If you’re anything like us, your beauty routine may be getting out of control, especially when it comes to travel. There’s only so much room in those clear plastic toiletry bags. Which is why we’re overly obsessed with beauty’s latest trend (that we hope stays forever): capsule creams. Yep, they’re officially popping up everywhere and we have to say we’re pretty pumped.
What exactly is a beauty capsule? It’s a small encapsulated pod that contains just the right amount of formula, so there’s no wasting product. They’re foolproof, spillproof and ideal for home or travel. If you’re trekking around for a weekend, you can bring along just the right amount of capsules to get you through your trip. It’s way better than packing full-size containers only to find you need to check a bag because of ounce restrictions.
From overnight creams and day creams to handy masks, find out why capsule creams and serums are taking over the beauty world right now.
Why Capsule Creams and Potions are Taking Over the Beauty World
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Estée Lauder
Estée Lauder fans will be stoked to know about these powerful ampoules that work their magic overnight. If your skin is tired and stressed, these capsules will definitely save face and have your skin radiant and glowy by the time you wake up.
Advanced Night Repair Intensive Recovery Ampoules, $110 at Estée Lauder
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Dior
Want designer skin? Add these creamy hydrating pods into your weekly beauty regimen. The mask is derived from a trio of floral extracts directly from the Dior Gardens (how fancy!) that help to deeply hydrate, promote cell renewal and give your skin a boost of collagen. Plus, this is one mask you can take with you anywhere you go.
Hydra Life Beauty Awakening Rehydrating Mask Capsules, $42 at Nordstrom
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Meaningful Beauty
Developed by Cindy Crawford and her go-to skin care doctor, Dr. Jean-Louis Sebagh, these wrinkle-smoothing capsules are a top seller for many obvious reasons. As the name suggests, they target wrinkles, fine lines and help make skin look smooth and more youthful-looking. If Cindy's skin is any indication, you want these in your life.
Wrinkle Smoothing Capsules, $54 at Ulta
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Elizabeth Arden
After 27 years, Elizabeth Arden is back at it again with a revamped version of its best-selling ceramide capsules. It should also be noted that the brand was the first to release anything of this kind. They're basically an anti-aging potion that works wonders to fight off the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, while giving you fresh, smooth skin.
Advanced Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum Set - 60 Piece, $78 at Elizabeth Arden
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Nuance Salma Hayek
Salma Hayek's Nuance capsules are not only convenient to add to your beauty routine, but are also wallet-friendly. They're so popular, in fact, that they keep selling out online at CVS, but you can score a coveted stash at your local store. At any rate, they'll transform your skin overnight with just a few regular applications. Adios, dull skin.
Overnight Time-Release Retinol Capsules, $24.99 at CVS stores nationwide
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Eve Lom
Ever tried Eve Lom's cult face cleanser? Then you'll know exactly why we're writing home about these capsules. Applied as a nightly treatment, they'll give your skin a dose of natural amino acids that work in tandem to drastically reduce signs of aging.
Age Defying Smoothing Treatment, $150 at Neiman Marcus
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Signature Club A by Adrienne
If your skin needs an extra dose of hydration, these argan oil capsules should be top of your beauty list. Apply prior to going to bed and let the rich cream set in overnight.
Precious Moroccan Argan Oil Ayurveda Night Cream Skin Balancing Capsules, $45 at HSN
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Rodan + Fields
You've probably got a friend or two trying to sell you Rodan + Fields. In case you haven't caved yet, here's one reason — these handy overnight serum capsules. While you sleep, the formula works to help reduce fine lines, firm up pores and give your skin a radiant glow.
Redefine Night Renewing Serum, $91 at Rodan + Fields