I Do My Beauty Routine With One Hand—These 12 Products Make It Easier

I always find pumps easier to use than tubes because you’re not dealing with a cap and you can dispense product with one hand. This cream features an airless internal bag that collapses as you use it, helping squeeze out every last drop so you won’t have to remove the pump and shake the bottle to get the rest. It’s also easily my favorite lotion because the ultra-silky, moisturizing formula is non-greasy and suitable for both face and body, meaning I can slather myself head to toe with one product instead of juggling multiple bottles—I call it my “frat boy skincare” because it’s one and done.

The ridged sides of this shampoo bottle provide an ergonomic grip, and to dispense it all you have to do is twist the cap up and squeeze, eliminating the risk of a runaway cap clogging your drain (I’ve been there, and my super wasn’t thrilled). To make things even easier, I just leave the cap up since the opening isn’t large enough to let water in. Using the right products in the shower can also make your post-shower routine more accessible by reducing the need for excessive styling. Gisou’s hydrating formula makes a visible difference when I air dry, making it possible to walk out the door with no extra hair involvement.

Hypochlorous acid face mists have grown popular for their ability to soothe skin and fight bacteria. But they’re only as convenient as the packaging, and this one from Personal Day stands out because the matte, non-slip exterior helps you keep a firm grip while misting. The rectangular shape also prevents it from rolling off your counter or table, so if, like me, you tend to knock things over, this bottle isn’t going anywhere.

Under-eye gel patches are a quick way to give your eye area a little pick-me-up. But tearing open the single-serve pouches they often come in and separating the patches from their backings can be difficult for anyone with dexterity challenges or limited hand control, defeating the intended convenience. These come with 30 pairs in a single jar (and are a better value), reducing finicky packaging and making application much easier. Patchology’s patches also stick well, so you can multitask without constantly readjusting them.

Shower scrubs commonly come in large tubs with wide openings. But as someone with one hand, I find that extremely inconvenient. Wide lids can be difficult to grasp and unscrew, especially when everything is slippery from shower water. This tubed scrub from Supersuite solves that problem with a non-removable cap you simply twist open (like a water bottle), making it easy to dispense. The soothing formula also contains oat extract, revitalizing coffee extract, and quartz powder for gentle exfoliation.

This is the only deodorant I’ve used for over a decade. I used to apply a literal crystal dipped in water, but this works just as well and is much more convenient. The flared top and bottom create natural grip points for your fingers, creating a more ergonomic hold. I also generally find roll-ons to be more accessible to apply because all you need to do is, well, roll it on. Another standout is that it doesn’t leave residue everywhere, making it more forgiving if you struggle with precise application.

The non-stick velcro straps on this mask are easy to adjust and once you have them set to your size it’s easy to pop on and off without needing to undo the straps every time. It’s also cordless so you’re not having to fiddle with a remote attached to the mask, making it easy to throw on and multitask. I’ve tested several LED masks and this is easily an accessibility standout to me as well as a favorite due to its full-face coverage, offering more exposure to its red, near infrared, and blue light. If you struggle to integrate skincare devices in your routine due to limited hand control, this is a great one to turn to because of its simplicity.

When I’m after a thicker face cream, like the kind you’d normally find in a jar, this is it. It comes with all the richness of a heavier face cream without the struggle of a slippery jar cap. The entire surface is a pump so one press dispenses a perfectly portioned dollop, which is so helpful for anyone who may struggle to scoop product out of a jar. This surface also makes for a great mixing palette if you want to add in a few drops of face oil to make for an extra nourishing blend without needing to dispense runny oil directly onto your face.

If you face dexterity challenges or limited hand control, anything involving a sharpener can be tricky. That’s why, when it comes to liners or pencils, I always opt for twist-up or self-sharpening products. The downside of twist-up pencils is that they don’t always give you the precise tips you’d get from a traditional sharpener. Charlotte Tilbury’s Brow Cheat solves that with a chiseled shape that stays sharp, making it easier to create fine brow strokes. The built-in spoolie is also helpful for softening any harsher lines, so I never worry about being overly precise with it.

Nowadays, many of us live with a phone glued to our hand (or somewhere nearby) and I’m no exception. So having my lip gloss attached to my phone makes it way more accessible than opening a bag and digging through it. My trick with this case is to leave the lip tint loosely screwed into the cap so that when I go to uncap it, I don’t even need to remove it from the case. I just slide it out a bit and open it right in the case so the cap remains securely lodged in there. As for the lip product, the Rhode Lip Tints are as luscious as they’re hyped up to be, leaving your lips ultra-supple with a soft wash of color.