Like most women, I love my skincare, and I have definitely spent rent money on promising serums that did nothing. So when someone who actually runs a major beauty brand says a product is worth it, and her collection has items I have used and appreciated, I listen. These aren’t influencer trend picks; they’re practical, budget-friendly products that actually work.
This round-up highlights Beauty Hut’s founder, Subuola Oyeleye; a woman who turned her love for skincare into one of the most trusted beauty brands around. She knows how to separate marketing noise from products that do their job. Every pick here has her stamp of approval, all under ₦30,000, which means you can stock up on products that work without your wallet crying.
Twelve of the 15 picks below carry a reader-only 10% discount (from now until the 31st of October 2025). You’ll see which items are discounted next to the product image — use code ZIKOKOHER10 at checkout on the Beauty Hut website for the price cut.
Read through, find your next obsession and let your skin thank you later.
1. Cosrx Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner
This toner is what calm feels like. I’ve used a lot of “soothing” products that still sting, but this one’s the opposite. It’s cool, calming, and immediately tones down the flush that comes after exfoliating or a hot day in traffic. It smells like almost nothing, which is the point. It works best when you give it a few seconds to sit before layering anything else.
When my skin starts feeling too tight, this is the bottle I reach for. It never fails to give me the refresh I need. Subu calls it her “calm-in-a-bottle,” and I get why.
Subu’s Why
“I reach for this whenever my skin feels a little overwhelmed; it’s my calm-in-a-bottle.”
How to Use
After cleansing, you can either spray it directly onto your face or a cotton pad and gently swipe across the skin. It can also be used as a refreshing mist throughout the day.
Skin type: Sensitive, irritated, or acne-prone skin. It is also suitable for all skin types, including combination and oily skin.
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦10,981 NGN
2. Cerave Hydrating Cleanser 236ml
This cleanser doesn’t strip, sting, or make you rethink your life choices. It’s the definition of gentle: lotion-like, hydrating, and dependable. Subu swears by it for travel days when your skin is already confused by plane air and hotel towels.
Subu’s Why
“This is the one cleanser I always travel with, because I know it won’t mess with my skin barrier.”
How to Use
Wet your skin with lukewarm water. Gently massage the cleanser into your skin in a circular motion. Rinse thoroughly. Gently pat your skin dry with a clean towel. After cleansing, it is best to apply a moisturiser to lock in hydration.
It works well for removing non-waterproof makeup and sunscreen. You can do a double cleanse by using it twice for a deeper clean. Use lukewarm water instead of hot water, as hot water can dry out your skin. Suitable for morning and night use.
Skin type: Normal to dry and sensitive skin.
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦18,280 NGN
3. Garnier Even and Matte Vitamin C Serum
The Garnier Even and Matte Vitamin C Serum is a fast-absorbing serum designed to visibly reduce dark spots, even out skin tone, and boost radiance. If you want a glow without breaking the bank, this serum is it.
It’s lightweight, fast-absorbing, and helps fade dark spots over time. It also gives that morning-after-a-good-night’s-sleep brightness, even when you didn’t get one.
Subu’s Why
“I like that it’s lightweight but still gives me that bright, fresh look without breaking the bank.”
How to Use
Begin by washing your face with a gentle cleanser to remove dirt and oil. On clean skin, apply a rice-sized amount or a few drops of the serum to your fingertips. Gently massage the serum into your face and neck until it is fully absorbed.
Follow up with a facial moisturiser suitable for your skin type to lock in the serum’s benefits. When using during the day, always apply sunscreen afterwards to protect your skin from UV rays.
Skin type: Best for oily skin with dark spots. Still great for all skin types and tones.
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦9,010 NGN
You’ll Also Enjoy: 10 Nigerian Influencers Share the One Skincare Product They Swear By
4. Maybelline Lifter Gloss
The Maybelline Lifter Gloss is a hydrating and high-shine lip gloss formulated with hyaluronic acid to visibly smooth the lip’s surface and create a fuller, lifted look. It is known for its comfortable, non-sticky formula and comes with an XL wand for easy, one-swipe application.
Now this, I’ve used. And yes, it’s that girl. Juicy, non-sticky, and just glossy enough to make you feel expensive. The hyaluronic acid actually hydrates, so it’s not just shine for shine’s sake.
Subu’s Why
“I’m obsessed with how juicy this makes my lips look. I keep one in every bag.”
How to Use
Use the XL wand to pick up the gloss. Apply the product by gliding the wand over your upper and bottom lips. It can be worn alone for a natural, glossy look or layered over lipstick for added shine.
5. R&R Whipped Shea Body Butter Pure 150g
The R&R Whipped Shea Body Butter Pure is a 100% natural, unscented body butter made with whipped shea butter and coconut oil. Sourced from Ghana, it is designed to provide intense hydration, soothe irritation, and improve skin elasticity, and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
Subu’s an R&R loyalist, and I get it. Their butter melts like silk. It’s not greasy, just lush. It’s that thing you put on after a long shower when you want your skin to feel as smooth as a baby’s bum.
Subu’s Why
“I’m just a R&R girlie. I’m so obsessed with the smell, and even mom is a huge fan of the butter”
How to Use
After bathing or showering, scoop a small amount of the whipped shea butter into your hands and rub them together to warm and melt it. Gently massage the butter into your skin until it is fully absorbed. The “Pure” version is unscented, making it ideal for delicate and sensitive skin. The all-natural shea-based formula can also be used to moisturise and condition hair.
6. Uncover Aloe Invisible Sunscreen 40ml
The Uncover Aloe Invisible Sunscreen 40ml is a lightweight, hydrating, broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen designed for daily use. It is infused with African aloe vera and hyaluronic acid to provide soothing and moisturising benefits while protecting the skin from UVA and UVB rays. The mini 40ml size makes it convenient for travel or carrying in a handbag.
This is one of my personal staples, and not just because it’s Nigerian-made. It’s light, melts in like moisturiser, and genuinely leaves no white cast. I’ve used it on the go and under makeup, and it never pills or looks greasy.
Subu’s Why
“I like that this disappears into my skin with no cast. Everyone always asks me what the secret to my skin I will always say Apply your sunscreen”
How to Use
As the final step of your morning skincare routine, apply this Sunscreen generously to your clean, dry face and neck about 15 minutes before sun exposure. Using the “two-finger” rule( a full line of sunscreen on your index and middle fingers) ensures you are using enough product for adequate protection.
For continuous protection, remember to reapply the sunscreen every two hours, or more often if swimming or sweating, to keep your skin protected from harmful UVA and UVB rays.
Skin type: Sensitive, acne-prone, oily, and dry skin.
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦16,065 NGN
Read Next: 15 Easy “Throw-On” Dresses Under ₦30,000 for Days You Can’t Be Bothered
7. Arami Vanilla Spice Glow Oil
The Arami Vanilla Spice Glow Oil is a luxurious, natural body oil designed to hydrate, soften, and enhance skin radiance. Formulated with 100% pure, cold-pressed shea nut oil, it provides intense nourishment and a comforting vanilla spice scent. The lightweight formula is suitable for all skin types and can also be used on hair.
Every time I pick up this bottle, I remember why I fell in love. It smells like warmth: a quiet, sweet, vanilla scent that clings softly. It gives skin that healthy, “did she just exfoliate?” sheen.
Subu’s Why
“I am a vanilla girly, so you know anything vanilla has my name on it, its glow oil is one of my absolute favourite things ”
How to Use
After cleansing, pour a rice-sized amount into your palm. Warm the oil by rubbing your palms together. Massage the oil gently into your skin or hair until it is fully absorbed. Can be used daily for best results.
Skin type: All skin types, including dry, dull, and sensitive skin.
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦8,500 NGN
8. Cape and Coco Vanilla Lip Balm Butter
The Cape & Coco The Lip Lacquer Butter Vanilla Moisture Soothe is a nourishing and hydrating lip balm designed to leave a non-sticky, shiny finish. It is formulated to soothe dry, chapped lips and provide long-lasting moisture.
Another personal fave. It’s the gloss-lip-balm hybrid you didn’t know you needed. It’s hydrating but not sticky (which I am obsessed with), glossy but not heavy. The vanilla scent feels like self-care in one swipe.
Subu’s Why
“I hate dry lips, and this keeps them soft all day. The scent is also very amazing.”
How to Use
Start with clean, dry lips. Gently exfoliating with a lip scrub 1–2 times a week can help remove dead skin for a smoother application. Apply the balm by scooping a small amount with your clean fingertip. Gently massage the balm into your upper and lower lips, ensuring even coverage.
For a less glossy finish, you can gently blot with a tissue after application. Apply throughout the day whenever your lips feel dry or need a shine boost. For intensive hydration, apply a generous layer before bed and leave it on overnight to soothe and repair dry, chapped lips.
9. Mary and May Tranexamic Acid Plus Glutathione Eye Cream
Eye creams can feel like lies sometimes, but this one actually shows up to work. It’s light enough for day use but rich enough to make tired eyes look less tight and dull.
I’ve used this consistently, especially after developing what feels like permanent dark circles from years of wearing prescription glasses. It never fails to soften the tired circles. It also sits beautifully under concealer: no pilling, no greasy shine, just smooth skin.
Subu’s Why
“With the crazy amount of work I have to do every day, I cannot be looking like my problems, it keeps my under eyes looking bright and awake.”
How to Use
Dot a rice-grain amount under each eye, then tap lightly with your ring finger until absorbed. I use mine right before sunscreen; it helps everything else glide on smoother. Avoid applying the cream too close to your lash line to prevent irritation.
This eye cream can be used both morning and night as the final step of your treatment layer for the best results. It can also be used as a spot treatment on other areas of the face with dark spots or blemishes.
10. St. Ives Fresh Peach and Jasmine Exfoliating Body Wash
The St. Ives Fresh Peach and Jasmine Exfoliating Body Wash is an exfoliating body wash that uses 100% natural peach and jasmine extracts, along with 100% natural walnut shell powder, to buff away dullness and reveal radiant skin. The formula is dermatologist-tested, paraben-free, and made with plant-based cleansers.
The body wash helps to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, giving the skin a fresh and radiant glow. The finely ground natural walnut shell powder provides a mild scrubbing action suitable for daily use.. Subu’s go-to for that clean, bright-skin feeling. It’s exfoliating but gentle, the kind that makes your bathroom smell like a mini spa.
Subu’s Why
“My go-to body wash! I like how refreshing this feels, it’s exfoliating but never too harsh on my skin.”
How to Use
First, wet your skin in the shower with warm water. Squeeze a generous amount onto your hands or a washcloth and lather over your wet skin, allowing the natural walnut shell powder to gently buff away dullness.
After enjoying the refreshing scent, rinse off thoroughly with water to reveal smoother, more radiant skin. For best results and to lock in moisture, follow up with your favourite body lotion after patting your skin dry with a towel.
You’ll Also Like: 15 Made-in-Nigeria Fashion Brands Every Woman Should Have In Their Closet
11. Vive Hair and Scalp Oil
The Vive Hair & Scalp Oil is a multi-purpose hair care product formulated with a blend of carrier and essential oils to support hair growth, soothe a dry scalp, and reduce breakage. It comes with a nozzle tip for direct application to the scalp.
The formula helps to stimulate and revitalise the scalp to support healthy hair growth. It is specifically designed to address dry scalp concerns by nourishing and soothing the scalp. So, if you’ve ever had a dry, itchy scalp moment, this oil will rescue you. It soothes, softens, and actually helps your hair hold moisture longer.
Subu’s Why
“This is a lifesaver for soothing my scalp. Since I decided it, I have always repurchased”
How to Use
Apply the multi-purpose oil directly to the scalp using the nozzle and massage gently with your fingertips to stimulate blood circulation and promote a healthy scalp. It can be used daily as a sealant by applying a few drops to your hair after moisturising to lock in moisture and reduce breakage.
For a more intensive treatment, warm the oil slightly and use it as a pre-shampoo or hot oil treatment before washing your hair. Alternatively, you can mix one to two teaspoons into a deep conditioner to boost its moisturising and strengthening effects.
12. Cerave Moisturising Cream 177ml
The CeraVe Moisturising Cream is a rich, non-greasy, and fast-absorbing cream formulated with three essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid. It is designed to hydrate the skin and help restore its protective barrier, making it ideal for very dry skin.
The 177ml jar is suitable for use on both the face and body. You can’t go wrong with this one. It’s thick, rich, and reliable; that barrier-protecting friend you didn’t know you needed.
Subu’s Why
“I always come back to this! simple, effective, and it locks in moisture like nothing else.”
How to Use
To use the cream, apply an ample amount to clean, damp skin on both your face and body, morning and evening, or whenever your skin feels dry. Massage the rich, non-greasy formula gently into the skin until fully absorbed to lock in moisture and help restore the protective barrier. This cream is fast-absorbing and suitable for use on the entire body.
Skin type: Dry to very dry skin, but its non-comedogenic and fragrance-free formula makes it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦11,705 NGN
13. Eos Vanilla Cashmere 24H Body Lotion
The Eos Vanilla Cashmere 24H Body Lotion is a fast-absorbing, lightweight, and deeply hydrating lotion that delivers 24 hours of moisture with a warm, sweet scent of whipped vanilla, soft musk, and cosy caramel. It is made with natural, sustainably sourced shea butter and other nourishing oils to leave skin feeling soft and smooth without a greasy or sticky residue.
The lotion is dermatologist-recommended, hypoallergenic, and suitable for all skin types. Sweet, soft, and long-lasting, this lotion is the cosy sweater of body care. It smells divine, like vanilla and caramel blended with clean skin.
Subu’s Why
“A colleague put me on to this one, never understood the hype till I tried, and it smells really good”
How to Use
For lasting hydration and a soft, smooth feel, massage this body lotion generously into your clean, dry skin. Pay extra attention to dry or rough areas, such as your elbows and knees.
For best results and all-day moisture, use it daily after showering or as a reapplication throughout the day for a moisture boost.
Skin type: All skin types, including dry and sensitive skin
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦23,400 NGN
14. Eucerin Photoaging Control Sun Fluid 50ml
The Eucerin Photoaging Control Anti-Age Sun Fluid SPF 50+ is an everyday facial sunscreen that provides superior broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB rays, as well as High-Energy Visible (HEVIS) light.
The formula includes hyaluronic acid to visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles and licochalcone A and glycyrrhetinic acid to support the skin’s DNA repair mechanism. It’s lightweight but strong, with anti-ageing benefits and no residue.
Subu’s Why
“This makes me feel like I’m really investing in my skin long-term, lightweight but protective.”
How to Use
Apply this anti-ageing sun fluid generously to your face, neck, and décolletage(upper chest and boobs) in the morning, after or in place of your regular day cream, and before applying makeup.
Ensure you shake it well before each use and reapply frequently, especially after swimming, sweating, or towel-drying, to maintain adequate protection throughout the day. It provides instant sun protection, so there is no need to wait before going outside.
15. Junederm Plumping Hydration Complex Serum
The Junederm Plumping Hydration Complex Serum is a hydrating serum formulated with 5% niacinamide, a plumping peptide complex, amino acids, and other humectants. It is designed to hydrate dehydrated skin, revive and plump tired-looking skin, and strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier.
Local brands are doing things, and Junederm is proof. It gives that soft, dewy, “I’ve been drinking water” plump even on sleep-deprived mornings.
Subu’s Why
“Junedrem is actually one of my favourite African brands, and I have gone through 3 bottles of this. It gives that fresh, healthy plump.”
How to Use
For best results, apply 2-3 pumps of this serum daily in the morning and evening onto a damp face, neck, and décolleté, after cleansing and toning. Gently massage it into your skin until absorbed, then follow with your moisturiser, oils, and SPF (for daytime use) to lock in the hydration and prevent moisture loss.
Always perform a patch test when introducing any new product, and avoid applying it to broken or wounded skin, as it may cause a stinging sensation.
Skin type: All skin types, including sensitive skin. It is particularly beneficial for those with dull, dry, and tired-looking skin who want to strengthen their skin barrier and achieve a plumping effect.
Discount Code: ZIKOKOHER10
Price: ₦17,500 NGN
You’ll Also Enjoy Reading: 15 Pieces Every Fashion-Girl Needs to Make a Statement at Work
