11 Weird Beauty Tools and How to Use Them

E.L.F. Studio Mascara & Shadow Shield, $3

At first sight, it seems to be a photo-booth prop (we'll hold the white mustache!), but it's really a handy tool for a mess-free eye-makeup application. Hold it under your eyes so mascara and eye shadow don't flake or fall on to your undereye concealer. Makeup artists use Kleenex as guards, but the handle makes this easier to finagle. 

 

Amopé Pedi Perfect, $49.99

On the pricey side of drugstore buys at about $50, this literal power sander for your feet smooths calluses in a hurry—and just in time for sandal season.

 

Sephora Collection Things Are Looking Up Eye Lash Curler, $15

It kind of looks like a View-Master, but it's actually a compact eyelash curler that quickly shapes upper lashes—because we'd like to look sexy on vacation, too.

 

Rodan + Fields Redefine Amp MD System, $200

Sure, it appears to be a straight-up medieval torture device (in a cuter color!), but this microexfoliating roller pokes tiny holes in your skin to open it up to the accompanying serum's retinol powers.

 

T3 Source Shower Filter Showerhead, $130

In 1993, People reported that movie execs were fuming over having to provide actress Kim Basinger with Evian bottled water—so she could use it to wash her hair. Today, if you want the fancy Evian hair without all the plastic bottles, T3 has this, a kind of Brita for your showerhead. Just remember, like the filter on your faucet, this one needs to be replaced on the regs.

 

Tweezerman Smooth Finish Facial Hair Remover, $20

Why thread or wax when you can roll a coil over facial hair and pull it out by the roots? Another wacky option in the wide world of facial hair removal, this one works really well, with minimal pain.

 

NuFace Trinity Facial Toning Device + Wrinkle Reducer Attachment Bundle, $429

Red LED lights penetrate the skin to fight fine lines and discoloration. It's all very scientific, but we can't help but focus on the fact that the device kind of resembles an adorable Pokémon character. Pichu, is that you?

 

Yes! by Finishing Touch, $39.99

A headlight makes this look hi-tech, but when you get down to it, it's really an electric trimmer/clipper with removable heads. Oh, and you can charge it on your computer.

 

Bliss Lean Machine, $145

No, that's not a waterproof beach boom box or a chic humidifier for your daughter to take away to college. It's Bliss's cellulite-disguising vacuum that sucks and rolls your skin to look less lumpy in three minutes a day.

 

Violent Lips Lip Tattoos, $7.99 to $9.99

This temporary lip (and eye) tattoo company was started by a 13-year-old girl. What were you doing when you were 13? Stealing lipstick from your older sister? The baby business mogul's promo videos promise the Violent Lips last four to eight hours, and you can eat, drink, and kiss with them on.

 

Anti Wrinkle Half Face Slimming Cheek Mask, about $8

A neoprene mask that looks like it's from Hannibal Lecter's Hello Kitty phase, the device supposedly contours your face while you go along with your day. You can do dishes, read a book, watch some TV, all while wearing a face-only Power Rangers costume.