With cool breezes finally starting to whisper into our daily routines and the leaves slowly start to shift to their autumnal hues, one thing is for certain: Fall is almost here. While letting go of summer is a struggle for many, the autumn season brings about opportunities for new beginnings, and there’s no better way to jumpstart your new era than with a fresh batch of the best in beauty. Ahead, an inside look at the can’t-miss products that make up our fall 2025 TestTube box to give you that extra motivation you need to take the new season by storm.
The 9 Products Inside the Fall 2025 TestTube Box
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APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Clearing Solution ($19)
What It Is:
Your all-in-one pimple stopper dream in a bottle, this non-comedogenic, non-flaking topical gel dries out zits without irritation thanks to a proprietary blend of ingredients that rapidly relieves the redness of concerned areas in 24 hours.
How to Use:
Apply it after cleansing, toning and moisturizing, covering the troublesome area until it’s completely absorbed. It’s gentle enough to use as often as needed, with increasing uses encouraged as your skin adjusts.
Editor Feedback:
“I’m still getting to know my skin post-Accutane, and while my chronic hormonal breakouts are long gone, I still deal with blemishes here and there. This has been a lifesaver for putting those pesky pimples in their place overnight without irritation.” —Isabelle Buneo, editorial assistant
Key Ingredients:
The brand’s proprietary Carrotene IPMP restricts acne-causing bacteria in the pores while salicylic and polyhydroxy acids gently exfoliate skin and clear clogged pores. Centella asiatica enhances the skin’s natural ability to heal, and zinc oxide and niacinamide control sebum production and fade post-acne pigmentations.
Expert Insight:
“Formulated with anti-inflammatory Carrotene IPMP, this lightweight clearing solution targets acne-causing bacteria, calms irritation and reinforces the skin barrier for visibly clearer, balanced skin without over-drying.” —Lyla Chang, head of U.S. marketing department for APR (APRILSKIN)
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PHILIP B. Anti-Flake Relief Shampoo Lite ($60)
Enjoy 50-percent off a 7.4 oz. Peppermint Avocado Shampoo using code TESTTUBE on philipb.com—valid through December 31, 2025. Limit one use per customer.
What It Is:
Get relief from itching, irritation and flaking with this potent formula, which combines clinically proven zinc pyrithione with a targeted mix of botanicals to make your scalp feel clean and serene.
How to Use:
Shake well and apply a small amount to your hands, gently massaging onto a wet scalp. Leave on for a few minutes, and then rinse well.
Editor Feedback:
“A dandruff shampoo can feel less than glamorous, but that’s not the case with Philip B. Anti-Flake Relief Shampoo Lite. Not only does it stop itching and flaking with clinically proven Zinc Pyrithione, but it also smells amazing and leaves hair both soft and shiny.”—Hayley Mason, VP content strategy and growth
Key Ingredients:
Tiny safflower oleosomes work as time-released hydrators for a lustrous look. Potent L-amino acid complex conditions deeply for volume and buoyancy, and a targeted mix of botanicals like tea tree oil, aloe vera and sage leave your scalp feeling clean and refreshed.
Expert Insight:
“A close friend inspired me to create Anti-Flake. He’d tried everything for his severe dandruff and felt so defeated by years of searching. To find a solution, I spent months mixing clinically-proven ingredients at active levels. When he tried it, my friend had one-and-a-half days without recurring flakes. He called it life-changing, as have countless customers around the world.” —Philip B., founder and formulator
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Nu Skin Colour Lash + Brow Serum ($55)
What It Is:
If thin, lackluster brows and lashes are your problem, this two-in-one serum is your solution. It nourishes and conditions to give you lovelier lashes and brows over time.
How to Use:
After cleansing and drying the application area, apply a thin layer of the serum to the root of your eyebrows and your upper lash line, both morning and evening.
Editor Feedback:
“Everyone in my family has had straight, short lashes until I started supplying Nu Skin’s Lash + Brow Serum. What started as a gift for my mom has turned into an essential step in the beauty routines of all my family members. Now everyone thinks our bold, full lashes are a family trait!” —Rowan Lynam, staff writer
Key Ingredients:
Biotinoyl tripeptide-1 helps eyelashes look thicker, longer and stronger while a red clover and peptide blend helps prevent breakage. Myristoyl pentapeptide-17 aids in density, larch wood and camellia sinensis leaf extracts also help hairs appear thicker and stronger.
Expert Insight:
“By using a peptide-rich blend and eliminating harsh ingredients like prostaglandins and parabens, we’ve developed a serum that nourishes, conditions and strengthens.” —Yoko Little, vice president of product marketing
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Nuovaluce Beauty Wrinkle Corrector AgeReset Serum ($154)
Enjoy 35 percent off your purchase with code Serum35—valid through January 1, 2026.
What It Is:
Your daily dose of age-defying confidence, this serum is designed to deliver professional-grade results from home, and users love it for its lightweight, easy-absorbing formula.
How to Use:
For optimal results, use both morning and night after cleansing.
Editor Feedback:
“Plumping, hydrating and collagen-boosting, this serum checks all of the better-skin boxes.” —Danielle Dooley, director of editorial partnerships
Key Ingredients:
Acetyl hexapeptide-8, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E work in tandem to minimize the visible effects of aging on the skin, increase elasticity, improve texture and more.
Expert Insight:
“Our goal with this formula was to combine high-efficacy peptides like acetyl hexapeptide-8 with proven hydrators and antioxidants to visibly firm, smooth and protect the skin using one powerhouse serum.” —Angelo De Simone, chief product development lead
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Thrive Causemetics Bigger Than Beauty Skincare Pout Hero Liquid Balm Lip Treatment (Gingerbread) ($26)
What It Is:
A cushiony leave-on lip balm treatment that deeply nourishes and restores dull, dry, chapped lips for long-lasting moisture and fuller-looking lips.
How to Use:
Apply directly to clean lips morning or night as a treatment or on top of lip color for a glossy finish.
Key Ingredients:
Vitamins B5 and E provide soothing moisture to fight dryness and support skin’s natural ability to repair itself. Abyssinian seed oil deeply nourishes, softens and restores lips, sesame seed extract intensely hydrates and revives lips and a vegan lanolin substitute moisturizes and visibly plumps.
Editor Feedback:
“For the juiciest lips, this liquid balm delivers cushiony hydration and antioxidant-rich nourishment with Abyssinian seed oil, sesame seed extract and vitamins B5 and E. The subtly sweet scent is addictive. Tip: Wear it alone or as a topper over liner to boost shine without changing your color.” — Tatiana Bido, director of aesthetic content
Expert Insight:
“Your cozy winter lip treatment is just one swipe away with Pout Hero Liquid Balm Lip Treatment. Powered by lip-loving Vitamin B5 and Vitamin E, this clinically proven formula delivers 24 hours of hydration and visibly reduces lip wrinkles by 20%, while indulging your lips in an all-natural gingerbread flavor that feels like a warm hug. Wear it overnight as a nourishing lip mask or during the day for a boost of moisture and glossy shine. Pair it with your favorite lip liner to give your lips extra definition and a naturally plumper look.” — Karissa Bodnar, founder and CEO
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Stripes Beauty Resting Clean Face ($38)
Enjoy 20 percent off your Stripes Beauty purchase using code NEWBEAUTY—valid through December 31, 2025. Excludes bundles and travel-size products.
What It Is:
Keep skin clean with this refreshing, creamy cleanser that gently washes away dirt, oil, makeup and environmental impurities. Formulated with nourishing ingredients, it’s made to cleanse skin without stripping it.
How to Use:
Apply one to two pumps onto damp skin and gently massage into a lather. Rinse thoroughly and enjoy.
Editor Feedback:
“If it’s good enough for Naomi Watts, it’s good enough for me! I love this no-nonsense cleanser for taking the day away and keeping skin hydrated—not stripped.” —Liz Ritter, executive editor
Key Ingredients:
A combination of squalane and ectoin helps support skin, maintain optimum water retention and lock in hydration. Ceramides are known to help strengthen the natural moisture barrier and embelia extract soothes skin.
Expert Insight:
“This is the best entry point to our line. Resting Clean Face is specifically designed not to strip the skin—just to gently wash off the day’s residue. It’s not foamy; it’s creamy and milky. I give this to all my friends who have sensitive skin, so you don’t have to be in menopause or perimenopause.” —Naomi Watts, founder and actress
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APRILSKIN Carrotene Pore Clay Mask ($17)
What It Is:
A three-minute, quick-dry clay mask, this is both gentle and acne-friendly. The unique blend of carrot-based ingredients helps soothe skin while protecting it from oxidative stress.
How to Use:
After cleansing and patting your skin dry (for even stronger effects, opt for a cleansing balm to melt away excess sebum and blackheads prior to use), apply a generous amount of the clay mask to your face, excluding your eyes and mouth. Let the mask dry until the color changes, and after three minutes, rinse it off with warm water.
Editor Feedback:
“The quicker the mask, the better. I love that this clay mask makes my pores look virtually invisible in three minutes without drying out my skin. What more could you ask for?”—Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer
Key Ingredients:
The brand’s exclusively developed hero, ingredient Carrotene IPMP, and kaolin clay tackle breakouts from the source, smoothing and refining uneven skin texture, while shielding skin from oxidative stress. Allantoin and natural glacier water soothe and moisturize to enhance skin health.
Expert Insight:
“The Carrotene Clay Mask is designed to absorb excess sebum, soothe irritation and smooth out skin texture for a flawless, glowing complexion.” —Lyla Chang, head of U.S. marketing department for APR (APRILSKIN)
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LOOPS Weekly Reset Eye Mask ($5)
What It Is:
Designed to be used anytime, anywhere, this eye mask is your one-stop destination to brighter, more hydrated eyes and a spa-like experience.
How to Use:
Cleanse your skin, pat it dry and then apply the textured side of the mask to your under-eye area. Peel off the remaining film and leave the mask on for 10 minutes. After you remove the mask, tap the excess serum into your skin for ultimate eye rejuvenation.
Editor Feedback:
“The is my go-to eye mask when I want immediate results. It de-puffs bags and reduces dark circles almost instantly, so I love wearing a pair while doing my hair to prep my skin for makeup.” —Allie Hogan, senior beauty editor
Key Ingredients:
Niacinamide, retinol, pearl extract and geranium flower
Expert Insight:
“This product is like a multivitamin for your eye area. Niacinamide, or vitamin B3, encourages ceramide synthesis and promotes brighter, more resilient-looking skin while retinol, a form of vitamin A, increases cell turnover to minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Pearl extract delivers immediate radiance, while our flower complex calms and soothes the delicate skin around the eye area.” —Meg Bedford, founder and CEO
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FHI Heat UNbrush Detangling Brush ($18)
What It Is:
Featuring the perfect blend of 105 dual-length bristles and an ultralight, high-performance design, this brush gently yet thoroughly detangles hair, helps reduce styling time and prevents hair from catching.
How to Use:
Use it on wet or dry hair. Harness the maximum detangling benefits by holding the brush horizontally and brushing your ends first, and then working your way up to the roots. Repeat as needed.
Editor Feedback:
“I have long, waist-grazing hair that gets stringy between trims. This brush conquers knots and tangles so easily, and I love it for my toddler’s tangles, too. It also comes in so many fun colors and collabs!” —Britt Fallon, director of beauty
Expert Insight:
“We’re so proud of UNbrush—it went viral for a reason! When developing the brush, it was important that we made sure UNbrush works on all hair types. Our signature DuoFlex Bristles do just that—they glide through tangles effortlessly, cut down styling time and help reduce breakage by up to 67 percent.” —Gina Ortega, president FHI Heat
