Be Cool: We Found the 12 Best Skincare Fridges for Chilling Masks, Serums, and More (2024)

Our Top Picks

Size: 11.4 x 10 x 13.4 inches | Temperature Range: 35 to 150 degrees | Colors: Gold, pink, blue, black, pattern, pink, white | Features: Portable, offers cooling and heating

While most mini-fridges have that irresistibly chic, gotta-have-it appeal, the Cooluli Infinity stands out from the rest. Available in all our favorite colors and then some (think black, gold, pink, blue, white, and three colorful patterns), this cute little crisper has a sleek tempered glass front, three shelves, and built-in door storage.

Measuring just over 13 inches tall, 10 inches wide, and 11 inches deep, this mini-fridge is big enough to store what you need while still being portable at 8 pounds—and it has a top handle too. We also like that this skincare fridge offers a warming function in addition to refrigeration—it can get down to 35 degrees and up to about 150 degrees—which means you can heat your oil products and face masks before application if you prefer. Doing so can help the skin better absorb the product.

Who It's For

This is a great option for those who are looking for a holds-everything mini-fridge that can toggle between warm and cool temperatures—making it a must-have for skincare products and tools (when used separately).

Size: 11.4 x 9.4 x 13.4 inches | Temperature Range: 35 to 150 degrees | Colors: Gold, pink, blue, black, pattern, pink, white | Features: Portable, offers cooling and heating

For something a bit more wallet-friendly, check out this mini-fridge from Frigidaire. The throwback-inspired design looks like it’s right out of an old movie, featuring a removable shelf, a little oval window, and shiny metal hardware. We also like that it weighs just 3 pounds (making it a portable choice), has a Bluetooth speaker, and can get as cold as 27 degrees. Use it as a skincare fridge, or swap out your products for snacks to take on a picnic.

Who It’s For

This mini fridge flawlessly complements those with a retro aesthetic. Just pick it up by its trusty handle and get glowing to the current soundtrack of your life.

Size: 9.45 x 6.89 x 10 inches | Temperature Range: 32 to 150 degrees | Colors: Black, blue, pink, teal, white | Features: Portable, offers cooling and heating

This exceedingly compact skincare fridge measures roughly 9 x 7 x 10 inches and provides barely 0.15 cubic feet of storage space. But in our opinion, that’s not a bad thing because it's ideal for anyone with limited counter space who wants a place to store their best-loved products so they don’t have to trudge off to the kitchen to retrieve them. Plus, the removable shelf allows you to stash taller tubes and bottles as needed. We also like that it’s quiet when running and very lightweight.

Who It’s For

This mini-fridge is a must-buy for those who are always on the go. It’s lightweight, making it convenient for travel, and it keeps its contents cool, not cold—which is ideal for skincare products.

Size: 5.5 x 5.5 x 8 inches | Temperature Range: 46 to 55 degrees and 130 degrees | Colors: Blue | Features: See-through window, portable, offers cooling and heating

Made for people on the go, Beauty Spy's take on the skincare fridge is this super-compact, ultra-portable number. It weighs less than 4 pounds—which is a little heavier than the Frigidaire model above—but it has a convenient carrying handle to make it (in our opinion!) the best portable option for people who need to bring their products on the go. We also like that it comes with a sheet of stickers for you to decorate the front to give your skincare routine a bit more personality.

Who It’s For

We recommend this mini-fridge for those who can’t get enough of the vintage aesthetic. Bonus points if you prefer a peek-a-boo window—this pick has just that.

Size: 7.48 x 9.85 x 10.83 inches | Temperature Range: 32 to 150 degrees | Colors: Pink, green, black, white | Features: Portable, offers cooling and heating, quiet

Measuring about 11 x 10 x 7 inches, this itty-bitty refrigerator is the best countertop option. Not only is it lightweight, but this pared-down, modern silhouette will complement most bathrooms. But beyond aesthetics, we appreciate that it cools down to 32 degrees and warms up to 149 degrees (though make sure you check your products’ instructions because it’s not always a good idea to turn up the heat if your product is meant to be used at room temperature).

Who It’s For

We recommend this pick to anyone new to skincare fridges. This one doesn’t take up much space, making it small enough to be comfortably placed on your bathroom counter or your nightstand.

Size: ‎6.8 x 7 x 10 inches | Temperature Range: 32 to 135 degrees | Colors: Pink, black, aqua | Features: Portable, offers cooling and heating, locking door handle

Looking for something to place on your desk or vanity? Your best bet is the Koolatron Retro Portable 6 Can AC/DC Mini Fridge Cooler. It takes up only about 0.3 square feet of space and has a removable shelf for adjustable storage. We love the pale blush option, but black is always a tasteful choice—and there are other color options available, too, if neither of those colors are for you.

Who It’s For

This sleek option is a must-have for those looking for extra skincare storage at work. Think lip gloss or concealer for touch-ups.

Size: ‎10.23 x 7.87 x 11.41 inches | Temperature Range: 32 to 140 degrees | Colors: White | Features: Portable, offers cooling and heating, LED lighted mirror

Skincare fridges are a lot like medicine cabinets, which, by the looks of it, is where the Cooseon gets its inspiration. This contemporary cooler features a mirrored front with an LED-lit border, allowing you to apply your products right in front of the fridge if you’re on the go and need to quickly complete your skincare routine. We also like the removable shelf design—a feature that comes in handy if you have some larger skincare products to store.

Who It’s For

For those who prefer multiuse products, this pick—which offers a dimmable LED light and mirror—is for you.

Size: ‎7.25 x 10.25 x 11.25 inches | Temperature Range: 32 to 140 degrees | Colors: White | Features: Portable, offers cooling and heating, LED lighted mirror

We're also big fans of the Chefman Personal Mirrored Mini Fridge, which has a mirrored door and a bright LED light for an illuminated skincare routine to guide your step-by-step product application. Bathroom, bedside, vanity, or desk, wherever you place it, it's sure to enhance the ambiance of your space. Many reviewers call out that it’s colder than they initially expected, which comes in handy if you’re a lover of sheet masks and jade rollers.

Who It’s For

A must-have for multiproduct skincare routines, this mini-fridge serves as the ultimate storage space for your serums and moisturizers and comes in handy when you apply them every day.

Size: 12.1 x 8.54 x 12.9 inches | Temperature Range: 50 to 65 degrees | Colors: Cream, pink | Features: Temperature display, LED light, door shelves, carrying handle

Another option for cosmetics, this fridge has plenty of shelves and door space to fit your lip products or concealers. It's super compact and includes a vegan leather carrying handle so that it's portable, and has sleek, rose gold features. We also like that this pick has a smart air cooling system, which helps remove any condensation inside the fridge—a common pain point in other skincare and beauty fridges.

Who It’s For

This pick is perfect for those on the hunt for a makeup fridge that’s practical, effective, and stylish.

Size: 10.5 x 10 x 16.5 inches | Temperature Range: 50 degrees | Colors: Pink | Features: LED light, 3 main shelves, 2 door shelves, 1 drawer compartment, front glass panel, hidden door handle

Think of this skincare fridge as a mini closet for your beauty products. Considering all of its storage compartments—three shelves, two door shelves, and one large drawer compartment—the fridge is more than capable of fitting an array of skincare and makeup regardless of size. You also wouldn't have to worry about digging through the shelves to locate your face moisturizer or serum because its features help with organizing your beauty space for more hassle-free days.

Who It’s For

This pick is for the person who’s looking for a skincare fridge that keeps their products perfectly stored and their life organized (thanks to the writable glass front).

Size: 7.2 x 9.95 x 10.83 inches | Temperature Range: 40 to 45 degrees below room temperature | Colors: Black, white, blue, pink, yellow, green, red | Features: Removable shelf, offers cooling and warming

If you want a skincare fridge that can add some color to your shelf, this pick—which weighs 4 pounds—is the perfect option. It comes in seven bright colors and has a retro design that'll look stylish wherever you decide to place it. We love that it has both cooling and warming options with the flip of a switch and a removable shelf for extra storage.

Who It’s For

This skincare fridge has everything you need to keep your products cool and also adds a pop of color to any space.

Size: 10.75 x 10.75 x 17.5 inches | Temperature Range: 50 to 86 degrees | Colors: Green, pink, white | Features: Two doors, three shelves, five door racks, offers cooling and warming

Featuring uniquely different types of storage compartments, this mini-fridge is a pro at keeping skincare products organized with its three shelves and five door racks. We like that this skincare fridge—which has a 12-liter capacity—has silicone holders that can securely store up to 15 lipsticks. Plus, the current internal temperature and time are conveniently displayed outside the fridge.

Who It's For

This pick is perfect for those who have a variety of skincare products that range in size.

FAQ

• What do skincare fridges do?

  In the simplest sense, skincare fridges allow you to store your cosmetics in a cool, dry, dark place. "Most of us have this environment in our medicine cabinet, so a mini-fridge just dedicated to skincare is not all that necessary for most products that are formulated, packaged, and labeled appropriately," notes Dr. Jennifer L. MacGregor, M.D., of Union Square Laser Dermatology in New York.

• What temperature does a skincare fridge need to be?

  While it depends on the product, somewhere between 40 to 60 degrees is ideal—not as cold as you keep your regular refrigerator, but still significantly cooler than room temperature.

• What products should you put in a skincare fridge?

  Dr. Viera suggests keeping eye creams, jade rollers, gel face masks, and under-eye patches in a skincare fridge to make them more comfortable against your skin and potentially reap some redness-reducing or de-puffing benefits. Additionally, you might want to refrigerate botanical-antioxidant formulas to keep them stable and maintain their growth factors.

  "Another category of products that would do well to go on cool or chilled would be anti-redness/soothing masks and moisturizers," offers Dr. MacGregor.

  "Certain prescription medications, such as compound medication that we as dermatologists use all the time for our patients, need to be kept in the fridge in order to be stable," Dr. Viera adds. "Also, some products that can help with certain conditions such as rosacea, itching, or sensitive skin can benefit from being used cold since it creates an anti-inflammatory and vasoconstrictive effect."