May 12, 2026

EDITOR'S NOTE

I’m back to confirm that with the turn of the season, there are so many new product launches. I have a full story on that coming later this week, but in the meantime, here are four new things you need to know about:

• This glow-in-the-dark yard game set, which is perfect for summer nights.

• These magnesium chews for relaxation and stress support. I’m excited to test these out myself in the coming weeks.

• Abercrombie & Fitch’s take on a bra-free dress with built-in shorts. Buy them ahead of vacations.

• The ruffled tank top Selena Gomez was spotted wearing on a recent dinner date. I might need one, too.

—Margo Ghertner / Commerce Editor / Atlanta, GA

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Caroline’s Picks

Our Senior Editor is sharing three products she’s loving this week:

• Gap Poplin Stripe Bloomer PJ Shorts: I’m highly specific about my PJ shorts — they have to be low-waisted (harder to find than you might think) and breathable. These crisp poplin ones are perfect.

• Aritzia Tna Mighty Cotton™ Fletch Longsleeve: Sometimes, I just want to dress like a ‘90s skater kid. This striped top has a heavier weight, so you can layer it over tees.

• Botaniculture Mint Garden Hand Soap: Nice hand soap is a luxury I can’t give up. I look forward to Botaniculture’s seasonal scents every year.

Just Wear This

Our favorite comfy shoes under $125

We just found your new go-tos.

• The chicest studded flip-flops under $50 (and they’re from Amazon).

• A pair of strappy sandals you’d never guess are Crocs.

• The sneakers of all sneakers from Dr. Scholl’s, this time with a springy twist.

• These wipeable, washable Birkenstocks that are perfect for beach and pool days.

Bookmark This

☀️ A new SPF launch that’s acne safe.

🍷 This is technically a stain remover for kids, but our editors swear by it if you love red wine.

🦶 The product Skimm’rs couldn’t stop buying last week (just in time for pedicure season).

☁️ A cream cleanser that’ll remove sunscreen, makeup, and sweat without stripping your skin.

🚨 Interested in finally trying red-light therapy? Don’t miss this major sale.

🐶 This cult-favorite dog toy just got a crinkly, interactive upgrade.

Skimm’d by: Margo Ghertner, Alexandra Napoli, Martha Upton, Caroline Goldstein, Alessandra Rey

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