These Are the Winners of Our Best of Beauty Awards for 2018
By Katie Becker and Alexis Rhiannon
Photography by Dan Forbes
Below, you can find the winners for Allure's Best of Beauty Awards in 2018, including all our beauty editors' favorite brands and products of the year in categories like hair care, skin care, makeup, and more. Just because the year is over doesn't mean the products still aren't in our rotation. And of course, don't forget to check our latest and greatest winners for 2019.
All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
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SKIN
Brighter, smoother, healthier, beautiful-er: Meet the bottled superstars that get you there.
Facial Cleanser (Normal): Garnier SkinActive Soothing Rose Water Cleansing Milk, $9 (Shop Now)
Facial Cleanser (Oily): Tatcha The Deep Cleanse, $38 (Shop Now)
Facial Cleanser (Dry): L’Occitane Shea 3-in-1 Cleansing Water, $24 (Shop Now)
Facial Cleanser (Wipes): Burt’s Bees Micellar Cleansing Towelettes, $6 (Shop Now)
Toner / Essence: Lumene Valo Glow Lumenessence Brightening Beauty Lotion, $15 (Shop Now)
Facial Mist: Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Chamomile and Lavender, $12 (Shop Now)
Facial Oil: Honest Beauty Magic Organic Beauty Facial Oil, $28 (Shop Now)
Facial Serum (Antioxidant): Clinique Fresh Pressed Daily Booster with Pure Vitamin C 10%, $77 (Shop Now)
Facial Serum (Antioxidant): Korres Wild Rose Spotless Serum 15% Vitamin C, $75 (Shop Now)
Facial Serum (Clarifying): Caudalie Vinopure Skin Perfecting Serum, $49 (Shop Now)
Facial Serum (Calming): Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum, $46 (Shop Now)
Facial Serum (Retinol): Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Serum, $22 (Shop Now)
Facial Serum (Hydrating): Paula’s Choice Resist Omega+ Complex Serum, $36 (Shop Now)
Facial Moisturizer (Normal): Olay Luminous Whip, $30 (Shop Now)
Facial Moisturizer (Oily): Ole Henriksen Counter Balance Oil Control Hydrator, $55 (Shop Now)
Facial Moisturizer (Dry): Clinique Moisture Surge 72-Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator, $19 (Shop Now)
Eye Cream (Line-Smoothing): StriVectin Multi-Action R&R Eye Cream, $65 (Shop Now)
Eye Cream (Line-Smoothing): RoC Retinol Correxion Sensitive Eye Cream, $23 (Shop Now)
Eye Cream (Depuffing): Dr. Brandt Needles No More No More Baggage, $42 (Shop Now)
Eye Cream (Moisturizing): Rodan + Fields Enhancements Active Hydration Bright Eye Complex, $70 (Shop Now)
Eye Cream (Moisturizing): Laneige Eye Sleeping Mask, $34 (Shop Now)
Facial Scrub: Shiseido Waso Soft + Cushy Polisher, $32 (Shop Now)
Mask (Oily): Neutrogena Deep Clean Purifying Clay Cleanser and Mask, $9 (Shop Now)
Mask (Dull): Dior Hydra Life Glow Better Fresh Jelly Mask, $69 (Shop Now)
Mask (Dry): Kiehl’s Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque, $45 (Shop Now)
Mask (Eye Area): Patchology Flashpatch Restoring Night Eye Gels, $60 (Shop Now)
Mask (Sheet): Simple Skincare De-Stress Sheet Mask, $3 (Shop Now)
Mask (Overnight): Aveeno Positively Radiant Overnight Hydrating Facial, $14 (Shop Now)
Facial Sunscreen: Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40, $32 (Shop Now)
Facial Sunscreen: EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46, $33 (Shop Now)
Peel: Peter Thomas Roth 20% Glycolic Solutions Jumbo Peel Swab, $48 (Shop Now)
Acne (Allover Treatment): Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10, $5 (Shop Now)
Acne (Spot Treatment): Murad Rapid Relief Acne Spot Treatment, $23 (Shop Now)
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HAIR
Brilliant ways to lather, rinse, condition, protect, volumize, smooth, color. And repeat.
Shampoo and Conditioner (Fine): Garnier Whole Blends Gentle Oat Delicacy Shampoo, $5 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $4 (Shop Now)
Shampoo and Conditioner (Dry): Biolage R.A.W. Nourish Shampoo, $25 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $25 (Shop Now)
Shampoo and Conditioner (Color-Treated): Redken Color Extend Magnetics Shampoo, $19 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $20 (Shop Now)
Shampoo and Conditioner (Damaged): SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate + Repair Shampoo, $11 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $11 (Shop Now)
Shampoo and Conditioner (Frizzy): NatureLab Tokyo Perfect Smooth Shampoo, $14 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $14 (Shop Now)
Shampoo and Conditioner (Curly): Sebastian Professional Twisted Elastic Cleanser Shampoo, $18 (Shop Now), and Detangler Conditioner, $19 (Shop Now)
Shampoo and Conditioner (Dandruff): Head & Shoulders Classic Clean Shampoo, $10 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $7 (Shop Now)
Leave-In Conditioner: John Frieda Frizz Ease Daily Nourishment Leave-In Conditioner, $9 (Shop Now)
Leave-In Conditioner: Curls Cashmere + Caviar Hair Silk, $15 (Shop Now)
Co-Wash: Pantene Gold Series Deep Hydrating Co-Wash, $10 (Shop Now)
Treatment (Mask): Nexxus Keraphix Damage Healing Treatment Masque, $5 each (Shop Now)
Treatment (Scalp): Bumble and Bumble Bb Scalp Detox, $34 (Shop Now)
Treatment (Oil): ApotheCare Essentials The Mender Hair Oil, $5 (Shop Now)
Treatment (Thinning): Rogaine Women's 5% Minoxidil Foam, $40 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Volumizer): Garnier Fructis Style Pure Clean Styling Mousse, $4 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Defrizzer, Thick/Coarse/Kinky): L’Oréal Paris Sleek It Frizz Vanisher Cream, $5 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Defrizzer, Fine/Medium): Living Proof No Frizz Instant De-Frizzer, $29 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Curl-Definer, Thick/Coarse/Kinky): Maui Moisture Curl Quench + Coconut Oil Curl Smoothie, $9 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Curl-Definer, Fine/Medium): Taliah Waajid Curly Curl “Gello”, $8 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Wave-Enhancer): Joico Beach Shake, $20 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Straightener): OGX Smoothing + Shea Sleek Smooth Style Spray, $9 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Edge-Tamer): Carol’s Daughter Pracaxi Nectar Frizz Tamer, $8 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Hair Spray): Sexy Hair Healthy Sexy Hair So Touchable, $19 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Texturizer): Ouai Dry Texture Foam, $28 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Shine-Booster): Tresemmé Keratin Smooth Color Smoothing Serum, $5 (Shop Now)
Styling Product (Dry Shampoo): Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo, $23 (Shop Now)
Hair Color (Permanent): Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Coverage Nourishing Color Creme, $8 (Shop Now)
Hair Color (Semipermanent): Christophe Robin Temporary Color Gel, $35 (Shop Now)
Hair Color (Root-Coverage): DpHue Root Touch-Up Kit, $30 (Shop Now)
Hair Color (Root Coverage): Color Wow Root Cover Up, $35 (Shop Now)
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BASE
All the best ways to build a solid foundation (and highlight, and contour).
Primer: L’Oréal Paris Infallible Matte-Lock Mattifying Primer, $13 (Shop Now)
Primer: First Aid Beauty Hello Fab Coconut Skin Smoothie Priming Moisturizer, $28 (Shop Now)
Primer: Erborian CC Red Correct, $44 (Shop Now)
Foundation (Light Coverage): Dermablend Flawless Creator, $40 (Shop Now)
Foundation (Medium Coverage): Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Youthful-Look 24-H Foundation, $46 (Shop Now)
Foundation (Full Coverage): Maybelline New York SuperStay 24HR Full Coverage Foundation, $12 (Shop Now)
Foundation (Long-Wearing): Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup, $42 (Shop Now)
Foundation (BB Cream/Tinted Moisturizer): BareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream, $30 (Shop Now)
Blush (Powder): Flower Beauty Flower Pots Powder Blush, $10 (Shop Now)
Blush (Cream): Wander Beauty On-the-Glow Blush and Illuminator, $42 (Shop Now)
Highlighter (Powder): Maybelline New York FaceStudio Master Chrome Metallic Highlighter, $10 (Shop Now)
Highlighter (Liquid): L’Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Glow Amour Glow Boosting Drops, $15 (Shop Now)
Highlighter (Cream): Ciaté London Dewy Stix, $26 (Shop Now)
Highlighter (Holographic): Milani Hypnotic Lights Powder Highlighter, $13 (Shop Now)
Contour Kit: KKW Beauty Powder Contour & Highlight Kit, $52 (Shop Now)
Powder (Pressed): Laura Mercier Translucent Pressed Setting Powder, $38 (Shop Now)
Powder (Loose): BECCA Cosmetics Hydra-Mist Set & Refresh Powder, $38 (Shop Now)
Concealer (Under-Eyes): Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Concealer, $28 (Shop Now)
Concealer (Blemishes): Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer, $30 (Shop Now)
Facial Self-Tanner: Tan-Luxe The Face, $49 (Shop Now)
Bronzer (Matte): Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer, $30 (Shop Now)
Bronzer (Shimmer): Dior Diorskin Mineral Nude Bronze, $48 (Shop Now)
Setting Spray: Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, $32 (Shop Now)
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LIPS
We mouthed off for months to find these flawless finishes and perfect pigments.
Lipstick (Cool Red): Hourglass Confession Ultra Slim High Intensity Lipstick in My Icon, $34 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Warm Red): CoverGirl Exhibitionist Lipstick in Succulent Cherry, $39 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Neutral, Light Skin): Revlon Ultra HD Gel Lipcolor in HD Desert, $6 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Neutral, Medium Skin): Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Very Victoria, $34 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Neutral, Dark Skin): ColourPop Cre?me Lux Lipstick in 27, $7 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Coral): Shiseido ModernMatte Powder Lipstick in Shock Wave, $26 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Berry): Giorgio Armani Rouge d’Armani Matte in Maharajah, $38 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Violet): Flesh Strong Flesh Lipstick in Treasure, $18 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Metallic): Laura Geller Iconic Baked Sculpting Lipstick in Broadway Glitz, $21 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Dark): Fenty Beauty Mattemoiselle Plush Matte Lipstick in Clapback, $18 (Shop Now)
Lipstick (Sheer): Burt’s Bees Glossy Lipstick, $9 (Shop Now)
Lip Stain: Clarins Water Lip Stain in Red Water, $28 (Shop Now)
Lip Crayon: Bite Beauty Matte Crème Lip Crayon, $24 (Shop Now)
Lip Gloss: Lanc?me L’Absolu Gloss, $25 (Shop Now)
Liquid Lipstick: Yves Saint Laurent Tatouage Couture Liquid Matte Stain, $37 (Shop Now)
Liquid Lipstick: Dior Addict Lacquer Plump, $37 (Shop Now)
Lip Balm: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Lip Treatment, $10 (Shop Now)
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NATURAL
Hair, skin, and makeup wonders loved as much for what’s in them as for what’s not.
Blush: Burt’s Bees 100% Natural Blush, $10 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner: Dr. Hauschka Makeup Eye Definer, $20 (Shop Now)
Lipstick: RMS Beauty Wild With Desire Lipstick, $28 (Shop Now)
Lip Gloss: Vapour Organic Beauty Velvet Lip Gloss, $25 (Shop Now)
Multitasker: Onomie Boosting Lip + Cheek Stick, $30 (Shop Now)
Shampoo and Conditioner: Love Beauty and Planet Blooming Color Shampoo, $9 (Shop Now) and Conditioner, $9 (Shop Now)
Leave-In Conditioner: Mielle Organics Pomegranate & Honey Leave-In Conditioner, $13 (Shop Now)
Volumizer: Innersense Organic Beauty I Create Lift Volumizing Foam, $28 (Shop Now)
Eye Serum: True Botanicals Deep Repair Eye Serum, $90 (Shop Now)
Face Cleanser: Plantioxidants Watercress & Dandelion Cleansing Foam, $55 (Shop Now)
Face Mask: Tata Harper Clarifying Mask, $68 (Shop Now)
Face Serum: Drunk Elephant C-Firma Day Serum, $80 (Shop Now)
Face Moisturizer: Kora Organics Noni Glow Face Balm, $38 (Shop Now)
Sunscreen: Beautycounter Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30, $39 (Shop Now)
Body Wash: Weleda Lavender Creamy Body Wash, $10 (Shop Now)
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EYES
These are officially the most visionary shadows, liners, mascaras, and brow things (yes, there are now several).
Eye Shadow (Cream Stick): Lanc?me Ombre Hypn?se Stylo Shadow Stick, $25 (Shop Now)
Eye Shadow (Powder-to-Cream Pot): L’Oréal Paris Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow, $8 (Shop Now)
Eye Shadow (Neutral Powder): Sephora Collection Colorful Eyeshadow, $8 (Shop Now)
Eye Shadow (Bright Powder): Make Up For Ever Artist Color Shadows, $17 (Shop Now)
Eye Shadow (Gloss): Surratt Beauty Lid Lacquer, $36 (Shop Now)
Eye Shadow (Glitter): Stila Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow, $24 (Shop Now)
Eye Shadow (Palette): Huda Beauty Rose Gold Remastered Eyeshadow Palette, $65 (Shop Now)
Eye Shadow (Palette): Flower Beauty Wanderlust Eyeshadow Palette, $11 (Shop Now)
Mascara (Volumizing): CoverGirl Lash Blast Volume Mascara, $9 (Shop Now)
Mascara (Lengthening): L’Oréal Paris Voluminous X Fiber Mascara, $11 (Shop Now)
Mascara (Waterproof): CliniqueFIT Workout 24-Hour Mascara, $20 (Shop Now)
Mascara (Color): Yves Saint Laurent Beauty Volume Effet Faux Cils Mascara, $32 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner (Black): Maybelline New York Master Precise Skinny Gel Pencil in Defining Black, $8 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner (Brown): Jouer Slim Crème Eyeliner in Matte Brown, $16 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner (Long-Wearing): Lanc?me Drama Liqui-Pencil, $23 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner (Long-Wearing): Smashbox Always On Liquid Liner, $22 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner (Color Range): Dior Diorshow On Stage Liner, $31 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner (Color Range): Elizabeth Arden High Drama Eyeliner, $22 (Shop Now)
Eyeliner (Liquid/Felt): IT Cosmetics Superhero Liner, $24 (Shop Now)
Brows (Clear Gel): L’Oréal Paris Brow Stylist Boost & Set Brow Mascara, $11 (Shop Now)
Brows (Tinted Gel): Tarte Busy Gal Brows, $18 (Shop Now)
Brows (Pencil): Benefit Goof Proof Brow Pencil, $24 (Shop Now)
Brows (Powder): CoverGirl Easy Breezy Brow Powder Kit, $11 (Shop Now)
Brows (Conditioner): RevitaBrow Advanced Eyebrow Conditioner, $110 (Shop Now)
Makeup Remover: Cetaphil Gentle Makeup Remover, $6 (Shop Now)
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BEST STEALS
Amazing shampoos, lotions, and lipsticks that all cost $10 or less — and really make us feel like we’re getting away with something.
Makeup: CoverGirl Melting Pout Matte, $7 (Shop Now)
Makeup: NYX Professional Makeup Worth the Hype Volume & Lengthening Mascara, $8 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Dark Circles Treatment Concealer, $10 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Wet n Wild Mega Glo Highlighting Powder, $5 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Rimmel London Magnif’Eyes Blush Edition Eye Contouring Palette, $8 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Almay Shadow Squad, $7 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear Nail Color, $3 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge, $6 (Shop Now)
Hair: Maui Moisture Color Protection + Sea Minerals Shampoo, $9 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $9 (Shop Now)
Hair: Herbal Essences Detox Black Charcoal Shampoo, $6 (Shop Now), and Replenish White Charcoal Conditioner, $6 (Shop Now)
Hair: L’Oréal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo, $5 (Shop Now), and Conditioner, $5 (Shop Now)
Hair: Garnier Fructis 1 Minute Hair Mask, $5 each (Shop Now)
Hair: Schwarzkopf GLISS Fiber Therapy Repair-in-Oil Spray, $5 (Shop Now)
Hair: Pantene Pro-V Style Series Airspray 4, $7 (Shop Now)
Hair: Suave Professionals Natural Volume Mousse, $4 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Ivory Free & Gentle Cleanse & Nourish Body Wash, $5 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Dove Exfoliating Body Polish $6 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer With Restoring Argan Oil, $7 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Billie The Starter Kit, $9 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Miss A a2o Lab Bath F-Bomb in Amethyst, $2 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Secret Freshies Antiperspirant Deodorant, $5 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Bioré Charcoal Cleansing Micellar Water, $7 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: St. Ives Cactus Water & Hibiscus Cleansing Stick, $8 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Pond’s Cold Cream Cleansing Balm, $10 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Neutrogena Deep Clean Purifying Cooling Gel Scrub, $9 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Yes to Cucumbers Calming Mud Mask, $1 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: E.L.F. Oil-Control Liquid Lotion, $8 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: ChapStick Total Hydration Moisture + Tint, $5 (Shop Now)
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TOP SPLURGES
These serums and shiny things are worth more than just bragging rights.
Skin and Body: Shiseido Future Solution LX Replenishing Treatment Oil, $185 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: La Mer The Body Crème, $195 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Acqua di Parma Spray Body Lotion, $50 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Jo Malone London Geranium & Walnut Body Scrub, $55 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Louis Vuitton Le Jour Se Lève, $240 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Complex, $62 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Lanc?me Absolue Precious Oil, $185 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: AmorePacific Vintage Single Extract Essence, $145 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Joanna Vargas Rescue Serum, $150 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: ZIIP Beauty Device, $495 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: Clark’s Botanicals Smoothing Marine Cream, $115 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream, $485 (Shop Now)
Skin and Body: SK-II Overnight Miracle Mask, $105 for 6
Makeup: Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish: Highlighter & Balm Duo, $55 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Kjaer Weis Cream Blush, $56 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Serge Lutens Beauté Mascara, $65 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Tom Ford Extrême Single Shadows, $36 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Lip Gloss, $36 (Shop Now)
Makeup: La Bouche Rouge Lipstick Set, $160 (Shop Now)
Makeup: Natasha Denona Eye Shadow Palette in Sunset, $129 (Shop Now), and Lila, $129 (Shop Now)
Hair: David Mallett Shampoo Le Volume, $45 (Shop Now)
Hair: Oribe Swept Up Volume Powder Spray, $42 (Shop Now)
Hair: Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer Professional Edition, $450 (Shop Now)
Hair: Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo, $42 (Shop Now)
Hair: Sisley Hair Rituel Precious Hair Care Oil, $100 (Shop Now)
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BODY
We’re over the moon for these 19 formulas that coddle, smooth, and protect every last inch of our skin.
Body Wash (Moisturizing): Too Cool for School Coconut Milky Oil Shower, $20 (Shop Now)
Body Wash (Exfoliating): Olay Microscrubbing Cleansing Infusion Hydrating Glow Body Wash With Crushed Ginger, $5 (Shop Now)
Body Wash (Bar): Seaweed Bath Co. Exfoliating Detox Body Soap, $8 (Shop Now)
Body Scrub: Mary Kay Satin Body Revitalizing Shea Scrub, $18 (Shop Now)
Body Lotion (Light): Aveeno Positively Radiant Body Lotion, $7 (Shop Now)
Body Lotion (Rich): Skinfix Calm & Nourish Body Cream, $45
Body Lotion (Spot Treatment): Dove DermaSeries Dry Skin Relief Expert Repairing Balm, $17 (Shop Now)
Body Lotion (Oil): Ren Clean Skincare Atlantic Kelp and Microalgae Anti-Fatigue Toning Body Oil, $50 (Shop Now)
Body Sunscreen: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 50, $13 (Shop Now)
Body Sunscreen: Bare Republic Mineral Vanilla-Coco Sunscreen Spray SPF 50, $15 (Shop Now)
Body Bronzer (Traditional Self-Tanner): Coola Organic Sunless Tan Sculpting Mousse, $48 (Shop Now)
Body Bronzer (Gradual Self-Tanner): Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer, $10 (Shop Now)
Body Bronzer (Bronzer): Vita Liberata Body Blur Instant HD Skin Finish, $45 (Shop Now)
Bath Product: Goop G.Nite Bedtime Bath Soak, $35 (Shop Now)
Deodorant: Kopari Coconut Oil Deodorant, $14 (Shop Now)
Antiperspirant: Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant in Rejuvenate, $6 (Shop Now)
Hair Removal (Shaving Cream): EOS Shave Cream, $5 (Shop Now)
Hair Removal (Razor): Gillette Venus Swirl Razor, $15 (Shop Now)
Hair Removal (Trimmer): Gillette Venus Bikini Precision, $20 (Shop Now)
Teeth Whitener: Crest 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips, $74 (Shop Now)
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SCENTS
Take a deep breath: We’re about to share the most sublime fragrances ever to waft into our lives.
Classic: Chloé Eau De Parfum, $105 (Shop Now)
Floral: Woman by Ralph Lauren, $84 (Shop Now)
Citrus: Givenchy Eau de Givenchy, $235 (Shop Now)
Green: Bottega Veneta Parco Palladiano x Olivo, $310 (Shop Now)
Fruity: Versace Dylan Blue, $120 (Shop Now)
Spicy: Une Amourette Roland Mouret Etat Libre d’Orange, $48 (Shop Now)
Oud: Prada Miracle of the Rose, $300 (Shop Now)
Hair Fragrance: Gucci Bloom Hair Mist, $49 (Shop Now)
Men's: Bleu de Chanel, $120 (Shop Now)
Home Fragrance: Lafco Sea & Dune Candle, $65 (Shop Now)
Home Fragrance: Nest Fragrances Liquidless Diffuser in Bamboo, $60 (Shop Now)
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SENSITIVE SKIN
We found (with dermatologists as GPS) the best lotions and creams for touchy types.
Face Cleanser: Skinfix Foaming Oil Cleanser, $22 (Shop Now)
Makeup Remover: Eau Thermale Avène Intense Eye Make-Up Remover, $20 (Shop Now)
Face Scrub: Cetaphil Extra Gentle Daily Scrub, $8 (Shop Now)
Body Moisturizer: CeraVe Moisturizing Cream, $17 (Shop Now)
Body Moisturizer: La Roche-Posay Lipikar Eczema Soothing Relief Cream, $15 (Shop Now)
Body Moisturizer: Vaseline Clinical Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue Healing Moisture Lotion, $6 (Shop Now)
Sunscreen: Coppertone Defend & Care Sensitive Skin Sunscreen SPF 50, $8 (Shop Now)
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TOOLS
An artist is only as good as her tools — and with these, you'll be teaching a master class in no time.
Makeup Brushes (Foundation): Shiseido Daiya Fude Face Duo, $40 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Concealer): Sephora Collection Pro Airbrush Detail Brush #57, $24 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Concealer): Lanc?me Camouflage Brush #8, $28 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Powder): Kat Von D Beauty Lock-It Setting Powder Brush #20, $38 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Blush): IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe French Boutique Blush Brush #4, $35 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Bronzer): BareMinerals Supreme Finisher Brush, $28 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Contouring): EcoTools The Wonder Color Finish Brush, $7 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Highlighter): Sigma Beauty F03 High Cheekbone Highlighter Brush, $20 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Eye Shadow): M.A.C. 242 Synthetic Shader Brush, $25 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Eye Shadow): Moda Metallics Crease Brush, $7 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Brows): Anastasia Beverly Hills Duo Brush #12, $18 (Shop Now)
Makeup Brushes (Lip): Sonia Kashuk 2-in-1 Retractable Lip Makeup Brush, $12 (Shop Now)
Makeup Sponge: Beautyblender Original, $20 (Shop Now)
Tweezers: Tweezerman Slant Tweezer, $23 (Shop Now)
Eyelash Curler: Shiseido Lash Curler, $20 (Shop Now)
Lashes: Kiss Blowout Lash in Pixie, $5 (Shop Now)
Lashes: Tweezerman Lash Assist False Lash Applicator, $18 (Shop Now)
Lashes: House of Lashes Eyelash Adhesive, $8 (Shop Now)
Hot Tools (Blow-Dryer): T3 Cura Luxe, $285 (Shop Now)
Hot Tools (Flat Iron): GHD Platinum+ Styler, $260 (Shop Now)
Hot Tools (Curling Iron): Hot Tools Professional CurlBar, $100 (Shop Now)
Hot Tools (Curling Iron): Sultra The Bombshell 1.5 Inch Clipless Curling Rod, $100 (Shop Now)
Hairbrushes (Round): WetBrush EPIC Professional Helix Graphite Round Brush, $25 (Shop Now)
Hairbrushes (Paddle): Harry Josh Pro Tools Premium Oval Brush, $50 (Shop Now)
Hairbrushes (Detangler): Tangle Teezer Ultimate Detangler, $14 (Shop Now)
Skin-Care Device: Dermaflash 2.0 Luxe Facial Exfoliation & Peach Fuzz Removal, $200 (Shop Now)
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NAILS
A dozen or so excellent reasons to up your hand-talking game.
Nail Polish (Red): CND Vinylux Weekly Polish in Rouge Red, $6 (Shop Now)
Nail Polish (Sheer Pink): Essie Treat Love & Color in Minimally Modest, $10 (Shop Now)
Nail Polish (Creamy Neutral): Sally Hansen Color Therapy in Sunrise Salutation, $8 (Shop Now)
Nail Polish (Dark): Givenchy Le Vernis Nail Lacquer in Pourpre Edgy, $24 (Shop Now)
Nail Polish (Blue): OPI Infinite Shine 2 in Tile Art to Warm Your Heart, $13 (Shop Now)
Nail Polish (Blue): Jinsoon Nail Polish in Abyss, $18 (Shop Now)
Nail Polish (Metallic): Smith & Cult Nail Lacquer in Ceremony of Secrets, $18 (Shop Now)
Gel Formula: Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro, $20 (Shop Now)
Base Coat: Essie Here to Stay Base Coat, $10 (Shop Now)
Topcoat: Zoya Armor Topcoat, $10 (Shop Now)
Cuticle Care: Butter London QuickFix Moisturizing Cuticle Balm, $18 (Shop Now)
Nail Polish Remover: Cutex Nourishing Nail Polish Remover, $4 (Shop Now)
Hand Cream: Philosophy Hands of Hope, $10 (Shop Now)
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BREAKTHROUGHS
We questioned. We tried. We tried again. And we were blown away. The winners of our Best of Beauty Breakthrough Awards are the most innovative yet.
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation, $34 (Shop Now)
Benefit Bad Gal Bang Mascara, $25 (Shop Now)
Maybelline New York Tattoo Studio Brow Gel, $16 (Shop Now)
Madison Reed Light Works Balayage Highlighting Kit, $45 (Shop Now)
Kristin Ess Rose Gold Temporary Tint, $12 (Shop Now)
IGK Foamo Holographic Hair Foam, $22 (Shop Now)
Clairol Nice ’n Easy, $7 (Shop Now)
Paul Mitchell Neuro Angle Rod Curling Iron, $135 (Shop Now), and Cone Curling Iron, $135 (Shop Now)
Tresemmé Compressed Micro Mist Hair Spray, $7 (Shop Now)
Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Body Builder, $29 (Shop Now)
Nutrafol for Women, $88 (Shop Now)
St. Tropez Gradual Tan One Minute Everyday Pre-Shower Tanning Mousse, $20 (Shop Now)
SkinCeuticals Custom D.O.S.E. Precision-Compounded Corrective Serum, find out more at SkinCeuticals.com.
Skinnies Sungel SPF 30, $33 (Shop Now)
Seed Phytonutrients, $12 to 55 (Shop Now)
