Netflix‘s live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender adaptation has been quite the divisive series, with many fans of the original show either hate-watching or not watching at all, but the numerous changes to Toph Beifong’s character, played by Miya Cech in the live-action, have raised many an eyebrow among longtime fans. After all, the original series didn’t earn its rightful place among the elite animated series of all time by softening its most unsavory characteristics. The original achieved greatness through embracing these characteristics instead.

In Book Two of Avatar: The Last Airbender (ATLA, 2005), we witnessed the exact thing happen to the original, animated Toph (Michaela Jill Murphy), who made her first appearance on the show after the world, stakes, and heart of the show had already been established by the end of Book 1. The introduction of the Blind Bandit provided the key ingredient to propel the Avatar universe into a higher plane of creativity and quality. More than two decades later, Toph Beifong will always remain the greatest character ever created for the Avatar franchise.

Toph Completed Team Avatar in ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Season 2

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Book One introduced viewers to Aang (Zach Tyler Eisen), Katara (Mae Whitman), and Sokka (Jack De Sena), and the trio was compelling enough to make Avatar: The Last Airbender stand out from the start, but Book Two is where the series truly became special, and Toph deserves a great deal of the credit for that.

Each member of Team Avatar brought a different perspective to the table: Aang was compassionate and idealistic, Katara was nurturing and emotionally driven, and Sokka balanced the group with his intelligence and one-of-a-kind humor. Toph, meanwhile, entered the picture like a wrecking ball. She was sarcastic, stubborn, brutally honest, and completely unimpressed by nearly everyone around her because she had herself to behold, all of which could have made her exhausting in lesser hands. Instead, it made the Gaang feel complete, and she made the show all the better for her personality and her skills.

It was refreshing to see Toph meld so well with the group from the first moment — save for any initial clashes of “pulling my own weight. Toph challenged Katara’s tendency to veer towards strictness; she constantly traded insults with Sokka while somehow perfectly matching his sense of humor beat for beat, the way it seemed no one else had — though their relationship is a story in itself for another day — and importantly, she became the perfect teacher for Aang. Earthbending required him to stand his ground instead of avoiding conflict, to know when, precisely, to tap into his neutral jing — waiting and listening before attacking — and nobody embodied those principles better than Toph. The result was a group dynamic that felt richer and funnier than ever before, and it was clear that, well before Zuko saw the light, Avatar had found its missing piece.

Toph Was More Than Just the Strongest Earthbender in the World

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It’s easy to reduce Toph to her accomplishments. After all, this is the girl who invented metalbending, became one of the greatest earthbenders in history, and regularly humbled opponents twice her size, but that’s never been the most interesting thing about her by a landslide. Toph’s brilliance comes from her refusal to let anyone define her. Her parents treated her blindness like a weakness; society expected the daughter of the wealthy Beifong family to behave like a delicate noblewoman. Toph rejected both ideas, even as her parents hid the fact that she existed.

She wasn’t interested in being protected; the girl merely wanted her freedom. She wanted to live her life and earthbend and make friends along the way, hoping that her parents would love and accept her as she was. That independence shaped every part of her personality, and she was able to fully enjoy that part of herself once she left the Beifong mansion to teach Aang. Sometimes it made her difficult or seem reckless, but it also made her fiercely loyal and deeply empathetic in ways that are easy to overlook beneath all the sarcasm and roughness.

For all her insults and eye rolls, Toph understood people remarkably well. She recognized that Katara’s protectiveness stemmed from genuine love; she trusted Zuko before most of the group did because she sensed his sincerity. As a master in her craft, she listened and waited before reacting, which is a main pillar of her character. She rarely softened the truth, but her honesty came from a place of caring. Toph wasn’t simply tough, though she was tougher than anyone would’ve initially thought, but she was also thoughtful and intelligent. Her character felt like a real person instead of a collection of catchphrases and one-liners, even though she had some of the best ones (looking at you, “Three-on-three, plus Sokka.”)

Toph’s Personality Is What Made Her Such an Unforgettable Character

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Part of what makes Toph so beloved is how impossible she is to put in a box. She spent many episodes wreaking havoc and getting up to no good with Sokka, and in some episodes, she — as though it was no big deal — held up a whole ancient library as it sank into a desert abyss to make sure her friends made it out. While she enjoyed creating mischief, she was also fully aware of when it was time for fun and when it was the right moment to get serious; she could act her age but maturely at the appropriate times, selfish yet benevolent, brash yet gentle, and show many different faces all in a single episode.

She also had a unique sense of humor; some of Avatar’s greatest moments happen when Toph shows great confidence in herself. She never viewed her blindness as an obstacle, nor did she expect viewers to pity her; her own behavior allows her to joke about her disability while maintaining as much self-confidence as she shows when fighting in every episode. Quite frankly, it was evident throughout most of the series that she saw better than any other character in that series, and she couldn’t even see. As such, Toph Beifong has been an inspiration to so many fans, not by being a perfect version of herself; instead, she achieved as much by staying true to herself and not becoming someone who meets the expectations of those around her.

‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Understood Exactly Who Toph Was

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One of the smartest things the original series did was resist the urge to soften Toph. She wasn’t introduced as a calm sage nor was she especially mature, and she was much less trying to fit anyone’s idea of what a young girl should be. She was a messy, rebellious twelve-year-old with a well-earned chip on her shoulder and something to prove.

Watching Toph grow while still remaining unmistakably herself is part of what made her journey so satisfying. She became beloved because she shattered these archetypes and stereotypes for girls who looked like her in the media, which is why any adaptation that mistakes her rough edges for flaws to be corrected risks missing the character’s heart entirely.

Avatar: The Last Airbender gave audiences incredible villains, unforgettable heroes, and one of animation’s richest worlds, but its greatest addition didn’t arrive until Book Two, Episode 6: “The Blind Bandit.” Toph Beifong made the series better, yes, but she also made it whole and, more importantly, found a family that took her as she was.

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Ariana Biermann and Hudson McLeroy are ready to finally shine a light on what went wrong in their relationship.

“Since I was 14, I saw this boy who I loved, who I wanted to help. He always called me when he was down bad,” Ariana, 24, shared in the Wednesday, June 24, season 2 premiere of Next Gen NYC. “He knew I was going to be there because I care about this person so deeply and they deserve somebody to be there and hold their hand. As time went on, I kind of realized nobody was holding mine.”

The former Don’t Be Tardy star claimed that Hudson, 24, wouldn’t take her on dates and “do any of these things.”

“I felt very alone,” Ariana said, revealing they had a different love language and he didn’t show up for her the way she needed. “I don’t know what to do. I don’t know how to help you. He just needs to grow up.”

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In October 2025, Ariana announced via social media that her romance with Hudson had come to an end after several years of dating. Season 2 of Bravo’s Next Gen NYC is expected to follow the pair as they navigate a new chapter of their lives as just friends.

“It’s complicated. I love this person. I care about this person so deeply,” Ariana said in a confessional interview during Wednesday’s episode. “I pray for him every night and pray for him to surround himself with the right people.”

Hudson also had the opportunity to share his side of the story. When reflecting on the breakup, the entrepreneur didn’t realize how much change would come when the pair said goodbye to Atlanta and hello to the Big Apple.

“Ariana and I have known each other for 10 years. We officially started dating around the age of 18 or 19. After season 1, we didn’t realize the amount of stress New York had put on our relationship,” he shared in a separate confessional interview. “I just wasn’t emotionally growing, not working in anything, not having any kind of drive to want to go do anything, just kind of becoming unattractive to her, which in turn made her break up with me.”

While previews for season 2 show Hudson and Ariana exploring new friendships and relationships, the duo have also dropped hints that a reconciliation could be in their future.

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As fans prepare to tune in, Ariana promises that she will always keep it real.

“I’m very much of an over-sharer, which also can bite me in the ass,” she exclusively told Us Weekly before the season 2 premiere. “I’m not really afraid of anything.”

Next Gen NYC airs on Bravo Wednesdays at 9 p.m. Stream new episodes the next day on Peacock.

Brooks Nader is setting the record straight about her relationship status with Taron Egerton.

The media personality has clarified some truths about the dozens of speculations that have surrounded her recent sightings with the actor, stating that no strings are really attached.

Brooks Nader and Taron Egerton fueled romance rumors earlier in the year by sharing moments of public affection in California, attesting to their undeniable chemistry.

The model, who was recently spotted in Venice Beach while filming the upcoming “Baywatch” reboot, addressed the growing speculation surrounding her connection with the actor. While they have been spotted grabbing dinner in Santa Monica and appearing rather romantic, Nader insists it is not that deep. 

Nader explained that despite all the closeness between them, she never considered them an official couple. Instead, she is ravishing life as an officially single woman who is on a dating spree and enjoying meeting new people. 

The television star emphasized that she is not dating Egerton or anyone else at the moment. According to TMZ, Nader’s comments come after earlier reports claimed the pair had gone on several dates and were exploring a romantic connection. 

The Duo Turned Up The Heat On Romance Rumors In April

The pair were recently seen sharing affectionate moments during an outing at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica, fueling reports that the duo may be comfortable becoming more public with their romantic relationship.

The Blast stated that images from the outing showed the model and the British actor embracing, sharing kisses, and appearing relaxed and comfortable in each other’s company. Throughout the day, the two stayed close, exchanging playful and affectionate gestures that suggested an easy connection between them.

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Reports indicate their relationship could be more than just physical. An inside source revealed that Nader and Egerton have become friends through their passion for acting and creative work. The source described Egerton as both charismatic and grounded, adding that Nader admired both his talent and personality.

The inside also said that Nader’s biggest takeaway is Egerton’s genuineness and friendliness. Currently, the relationship has grown organically, and both are said to be enjoying the process of familiarizing themselves with one another without haste.

Brooks Nader And Taron Egerton’s Bond Reportedly Grew Through Mutual Friends

The passion-filled outing was not the first time Nader and Egerton had been spotted together in public, as they were caught passing time at a screening of “Project Hail Mary” before later heading out for drinks. 

Another insider added that the actor and the TV star’s bond developed naturally, thanks to their mutual friends and overlapping social circles. The rumored couple were reportedly often introduced through mutual friends and frequently found themselves in similar environments before becoming closer.

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Both Nader and Egerton entered this rumored romance following previous public relationships. Nader was most recently linked to her former “Dancing With The Stars” partner, Gleb Savchenko, before their on-and-off relationship ended in April 2025.

As the former couple parted ways, sources claimed that their split was very amicable and respectful, and Nader switched gears to focus on her growing career. At the core of their breakup was the understanding that not every relationship is meant to progress despite mutual admiration.

Egerton has also been involved in several relationships in the past, including past romances with Emily Thomas and later Chloe Bennet. When this romance ended, sources revealed that the TV star also spent time focusing on personal growth while staying open to moving on romantically at the right time.

The ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Alum’s Dating History Before Her Latest Chapter With The Actor

Prior to her involvement in high-profile romances, the media personality’s longest relationship was with her former husband, Billy Haire. As shared by The Blast, the model had previously shared that she began dating her ex at 18 and ended that chapter of her life at 27. 

According to Nader, Haire was her first ever boyfriend and her earliest experience with romantic relationships, leading to them getting married when she was 22.

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Reflecting on the divorce, Nader revealed that some members of her family did not support the decision, but she was resilient in making the healthiest choice for her future. 

Following the separation in May 2024, reports surfaced in July 2024 linking Nader to NFL star Tom Brady. However, sources at the time described them as very casual and suggested they were several social circles apart.

Months later, the TV star sparked romance rumors with her “Dancing With the Stars” partner, Gleb Savchenko, during season 33 of the show. By 2025, Nader fueled romance rumors with Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz after her sister, Grace Ann Nader, subtly hinted that the two were seeing each other on the low. 

The linking did not end there; she was equally rumored to be seeing Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner during the same period, prompting speculations about her dating life.

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Nader eventually responded to the reports about her romantic choices, suggesting modern dating is more flexible than assumed, and questioned why women are judged for exploring connections.

Brooks Nader’s Ex Revealed About A Botched Intimacy Episode Between Them

Gleb Savchenko made headlines after revealing information about his past romance with Nader and going on to share insider knowledge about their time.

The “Dancing With The Stars” pro shared his thoughts on their relationship and gave his not-so-subtle opinion on their chemistry when he appeared on Dakota Mortensen’s “Unwell Winter Games” podcast.

Savchenko went on to recall an incident he said happened during their relationship, alleging that one interaction became unexpectedly physical and resulted in him chipping a tooth.

According to him, Nader tried to start the romance when he was not feeling it, and when it got rough, he hit a wall and broke a tooth. The dancer described it as a chaotic experience that is stuck in his memory despite the fact that the relationship ended.

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According to the news outlet, event planners have also asked for permits to clear space for production trucks, tents, and overhead canopies surrounding the venue. Meanwhile, city officials are coordinating logistics under the firm belief that Madison Square Garden will certainly lay witness to a major Swift-related event come early July.

Additionally, sources also shared that multiple players from Kelce’s football team, Kansas City Chiefs, have secured accommodations at the iconic Marriott Marquis in Times Square for a timeframe close to the couple’s wedding.

The Couple Has Come Under Scrutiny Over Reports Of A Permit To Shut Down Streets Around MSG

News of Kelce and Swift’s alleged plans to close down streets in the Madison Square Garden area has been met with backlash, with many branding the duo’s rumored decision to wedd at such an elaborate venue as “tacky.”

One individual said, “Im sorry but an arena wedding is tacky as f-ck in terms of aesthetics…I would of thought she’d wed on some cute farm-land or sum.”

“So expensive yet so tacky and cheap at the same time,” another noted, while a third commented, “Having a wedding at madison square garden reeks of desperation for attention.”

Another X user wrote, “Thats actually so inconsiderate and rude her entitlement is showing people have places to be.”

“Yeah sure, inconvenience thousands of people and clog up traffic around the 4th of July in the biggest city in the country. Absolutely insane & selfish. I hope the permit gets denied,” a peeved individual said.

One more critic noted, “Taylor truly is the worst kind of famous person lmfao. with all that money could’ve easily gone to a private island, or anywhere nice. but no, let’s go ahead and inconvenience everyday working class people for 3 days and get married in NYC…”

Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Received Some Support For Their Move To Shut Down Streets

Amid the criticism, fans of the star came out to defend her request for a permit to shut down street, with some arguing that it’s necessary for security reasons.

“It’s funny people in the quotes are pretending she’s evil for closing streets even though there are blocks of Manhattan closed off regularly for movie shoots and even music videos and nobody bats an eye,” a swiftie said.

Another noted, “People reacting negatively like this is for snobbish reasons but in reality is this not for literally everyone’s safety? Imagine she didn’t do this. Thousands of psychos & paparazzi, helicopters, police, & cars all trying to pile up to catch a glimpse. It would be a nightmare.”

One more fan wrote, “Wtf is wrong with y’all?? Even if this is true, it’s their wedding. They’re free to celebrate however they want. Calling it ‘tacky’ or ’embarrassing’ because it isn’t your style is ridiculous. They don’t need your approval.”

The Couple Previously Got Called Out By Business Owners Around The MSG

Prior to their permit request, Swift and Kelce already had business owners around Madison Square Garden dreading their upcoming nuptials, with many telling TMZ that they had yet to be notified about what to expect on that day.

One individual even predicted that the couple might shut down the area for security reasons, branding it a “disaster” for businesses, especially around the 4th of July period.

Another small business owners stated at the time that if Swift and Kelce were to truly take over MSG and it’s environs, they should consider compensating the workers and entrepreneurs in the area, whom their wedding celebrations might inconvenience.

Taylor Swift Is Reportedly Facing Pressure For Her Nuptials To Be ‘Perfect’

Ahead of her big celebration, sources have revealed that Swift is trying her best not to get weigh down by the expectations surrounding her wedding.

According to the insiders, the pop superstar is under serious pressure for her big day to go perfectly, and is also dealing with security concerns and personal drama with former friends who have yet to be invited to the wedding.

“The last thing Taylor wants is for her wedding to turn into a big showbiz circus,” a source told Star Magazine. “She’s trying not to get bogged down by the guest list and all the details, but it’s difficult with so much global attention and the pressure for everything to be perfect.”

Since the blockbuster success of Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine, Hugh Jackman has starred in three films. His latest, The Death of Robin Hood, sees him take on the legendary outlaw in a darker reimagining of the classic tale. Despite overall positive reviews from critics, the A24 film has struggled at the box office, ending a strong run for the actor that continued earlier this year with The Sheep Detectives. For viewers looking for a lighter alternative, the quirky murder mystery with an all-star ensemble is now set to reach a wider audience, with Prime Video confirming its streaming release date.

Written by The Last of Us co-creator Craig Mazin and directed by Kyle Balda, Sheep Detectives adapts Leonie Swann‘s 2005 international best-selling novel, Three Bags Full. A whodunit dubbed “Babe meets Knives Out,” the story sees Jackman as a shepherd named George who reads his flock murder mystery novels at night, unaware that they’re in fact capable of comprehension. When George is suddenly murdered, the flock band together to help solve the mystery, finding ways to point clumsy police officer, Tim Derry (Nicholas Braun) to clues. Key figures you can expect to see in a whodunit are present with Nicholas Galitzine as a curious reporter, Emma Thompson as George’s lawyer, Lydia Harbottle, and a list of suspects led by George’s daughter, Rebecca (Molly Gordon). Other stars, including Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Seinfeld), Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad), and Brett Goldstein (Ted Lasso), among others, lend their voices to the fluffy sleuths.

‘Sheep Detectives’ Is Hugh Jackman’s Highest-Rated Movie

Sheep Detectives took a delightfully odd premise and turned it into one of the year’s biggest surprises, all while avoiding the typical pitfalls that often plague adaptations of its kind. The family-friendly mystery earned widespread praise from both critics. In her review for Collider, Tania Hussain highlighted the film’s restraint, noting that “the jokes are sharp, but not desperate,” while its emotional moments are “sweet, but not syrupy.” Hussein summed up Sheep Detectives as the year’s sweetest surprise, a sentiment most critics share, given the movie’s 95% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes. At that near-perfect figure, Sheep Detectives is officially Jackman’s highest-rated movie ever. The site’s critics consensus describes the film as “drolly funny and sweet as a lamb,” praising it for packaging surprisingly profound themes within a cozy and entertaining mystery.

The acclaim was well reflected in the box office results. Despite opening in a crowded marketplace that included Mortal Kombat II, The Devil Wears Prada 2, Michael, and Project Hail Mary, Sheep Detectives grossed an impressive $126 million worldwide against a reported $75 million budget. Following its successful theatrical run, Prime Video confirmed that the film will begin streaming on June 24, meaning the critically acclaimed film is now available to stream right now! The streamer shared the news with a playful video featuring Jackman alongside the movie’s woolly stars, which you can check out above.

Stay tuned to Collider for more streaming updates.

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Hannah Montana star Mitchel Musso was noticeably absent from the show’s 20th anniversary special earlier this year — and now he’s revealing why.

“Of course they asked me [to be in it],” Musso, 34, revealed on the “Joe Vulpis Podcast” on Wednesday, June 24. “But, it wasn’t presented correctly [to me].”

Musso appeared in more than 70 episodes of the classic Disney Channel comedy series, playing Miley Stewart’s (Cyrus) best friend Oliver Oken alongside Emily Osment’s Lilly Truscott.

The star explained to host Joe Vulpis that he truly valued the opportunity to play Oliver again since he’d mostly been living outside the spotlight for the past decade. Instead, Disney opted for a retrospective look back at Hannah Montana.

“I’ve been waiting ten years,” he stressed. “The people, they say, 20. My break’s been 10. It’s too long of a wait to do it in a way that isn’t even close to, in my opinion, correct.”

The Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special aired in March and featured Cyrus, 33, looking back on memorable moments from the show, alongside host Alex Cooper and celebrity guests such as Chappell Roan and Selena Gomez.

In his new interview, Musso said he would relish the chance of actually getting to play Oliver again in a proper Hannah Montana episode.

“I need a wig,” he joked. “I’d want the hair, which is fine. I’ve worn [wigs] plenty of times on Disney. I’ve worn plenty of wigs. … I’d want to feel the part again. I’d want to put on that little polo again, and wear the … plaid shorts with the goofy shoes.”

The actor went on, “I’d want to play the character, yeah. Once I saw myself doing it, I’d say, ‘Oh, there you are!’ Let’s get out there and let’s do it.”

Musso was not the only major Hannah Montana cast member missing from the anniversary special, as Osment, 34, could not appear due to her filming obligationa on CBS sitcom Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.

“We’re at Georgie & Mandy … and that’s why I was not able to be part of the 20-year reunion, because we are here shooting our show,” she said in a social media video at the time. “But I wanted to say hello and thank you to everybody that has stuck by us for all these years. I’m so grateful that you guys all still love the show. I’m so proud to be a part of it.”

Ahead of the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special airing in March, Musso paid tribute to the show with his own Instagram post.

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“Hannah Montana wrapped around my heart and never really let go. We literally grew up with ya’ll — long days, crazy schedules, learning lines, cracking up between takes, and figuring out life while the cameras rolled,” he wrote. “It taught me so many wonderful values, but the most important ‘to me’ is that laughter can get you through the tough days. That confidence still sticks with me every single day.”

He also shouted out his costars, writing, “Miley, Emily, Jason [Earles], Billy Ray [Cyrus], Moises [Arias], and the whole crew at Disney — you became my family through all the real, messy, beautiful moments. Thank you for believing in a goofy kid from Texas who wore some questionable outfits with a haircut like that. To all of you, thank you for welcoming me into your homes and hearts 20 years ago and still allowing me to be here today. I’m honored we get to share all of this together.”

Hannah Montana originally aired for four seasons between 2006 and 2011. Classic episodes, as well as the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, can be streamed via Disney+.

When it comes to celebrity-backed skincare, I’ve learned that most of the ‘game‑changing’ products are way out of my price range. But every so often, an over‑the‑counter miracle-worker pops up on my radar. Such is the case with Nicole Kidman’s go-to wrinkle-repair cream, which diminishes the appearance of wrinkles in as little as three weeks. Better yet, it’s 47% off for Amazon Prime Day!

Back in 2017, the Oscar-winning actress did a commercial for the fast-acting cream and has even credited the product as part of her daily skincare regimen. The ageless beauty later told Hello Giggles it has all the benefits of a regular retinol product, but she doesn’t “break out from it” or end up feeling dry and flaky after use. In other words, it’s a true unicorn product — something that smooths and brightens without sending skin into a full‑blown meltdown.

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Already purchased more than 10,000 times this month, this over-the-counter cream is renowned for turning back the clock, with wrinkles and fine lines softening around the under-eye, cheek and crow’s feet area for many users. And when it comes to more stubborn, frustrating concerns — i.e. dark spots, dullness and dehydrated skin — users say the affordable skin cream swoops in to save the day, leaving them with brighter, smoother and more even-toned skin.

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Formulated without parabens, mineral oil or dyes, this Neutrogena wrinkle-repair cream uses hyaluronic acid to deliver a surge of hydration and plumpness. With a creamy texture that absorbs quickly into the skin, it’s easy to use day and night — exactly what Neutrogena recommends for best results.

And while Neutrogena carries its own testimonials — with 77% of users saying they saw a reduction in fine lines and 89% saying their skin felt smoother — Amazon reviewers also can’t stop raving about this drugstore gem. Five-star reviewers say their skin is “softer and smoother with reduced lines.”

“I’ve noticed a more youthful and radiant complexion, and I consistently reorder it because it delivers consistent results,” one happy customer said. “I’ve tried other anti-aging products over the years, but none have worked as effectively or given me the same smooth, glowing skin as this one.”

“I had given this a try when I ran out of my expensive wrinkle reducer. Within 3 weeks, my fine lines were almost erased,” a 73-year-old reviewer said. “My skin is plumper and feels moisturized; not greasy or oily.”

Do yourself a favor and give those pricey creams and irritating retinol products a rest. After all, if it’s good enough for Kidman — whose skin refuses to stop glowing — it’s definitely worth a spot in your own routine.

Get the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Regenerating Cream for $20 (was $37) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

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