Beauty Awards — 2019 Winners
We love beauty at HollywoodLife, so we take the annual beauty awards very seriously! Our team of editors tested over 1,000 products — skincare, makeup, hair care — to find the best of the best. We tested products that are $3.99 at the drugstore and splurge-worthy picks available at department stores, so we could give you a range and variety of what we love. These are all new products for 2019. Enjoy our beauty awards winners!
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Some of the 2019 Beauty Award winners! Keep scrolling for our full reviews!
BEST STYLING TOOL — ghd platinum+ festival styler, coming in April 2019
The ghd platinum+ festival styler is an expert pick by Justine Marjan, who works with celebs like Ashley Graham and Khloe Kardashian. This new colorway is coming in April.
BEST STYLING PRODUCT — Garnier Fructis Sleek Shot In-Shower Styler, $4.49, drugstores
Garnier Fructis Sleek Shot cuts styling time in half. This totally affordable product is a game changer!
BEST HAIRSPRAY — NEW TRESemmé Compressed Micro-Mist Hair Spray Hold Level 2: Curl, $4.99, drugstores
This TRESemme micro mist hairspray is perfect for setting your style and won’t leave hair crispy or crunchy. Don’t let the adorable bottle fool you — it has just as much product as the older bottles, which were twice the size.
BEST SHAMPOO — Joico Defy Damage Protective Shampoo, $18.50, launching in March
Joico Defy Damage Protective Shampoo is perfect for the dry winter weather we have had all year in New York. Plus, it protects color and helps fight frizz.
BEST CONDITIONER — Joico Defy Damage Protective Conditioner, $19.50
Be sure to pair the Joico Defy Damage Protective Conditioner with the matching conditioner for an ultra-hydrating shower experience.
BEST SHAMPOO FOR CURLY HAIR — CHI Aloe Vera Curl Enhancing Shampoo, $20
CHI Curl Enhancing Shampoo helps define curls and hydrate strands with aloe vera.
BEST CONDITIONER FOR CURLY HAIR — CHI Aloe Vera Detangling Conditioner, $21
CHI Detangling Conditioner was voted the best conditioner for curly hair. It really defines and seperates curls for a gorgeous look.
BEST DRY SHAMPOO — Dove Care Between Washes Invisible Dry Shampoo, $4.99
Dove Care Between Washes Invisible Dry Shampoo is an expert pick from celeb stylist Mark Townsend. He says, unlike most dry shampoos, this leaves NO residue, even if you apply while wearing a black dress. Spray 10 inches away from head on roots for best results.
BEST HAIR BRUSH — It’s A 10 Miracle Smoothing Brush, $15.99, Itsa10Haircare.com
It’s A 10 Miracle Smoothing Brush is like a scalp massage every time you use it! It was voted Best Brush for 2019!
BEST MAKEUP REMOVER — Glossier Milky Oil, $12, Glossier.com
This oil and water micellar hybrid takes it all off at the end of the day. It’s gentle but effective!
BEST TOOTHPASTE — Burt’s Bees Enamel Care, Mountain Mint, with Fluoride, $5.99
This natural toothpaste actually tastes good and IS good for you. It’s made without parabens, artificial flavors or sweeteners, or preservatives.
BEST DEODORANT — Kopari Coconut Deodorant in Beach, $12, ULTA
This brand new scent will bring you to the beach even in the dead of winter! It’s aluminum free and smells great.
BEST BODY LOTION – Vaseline Clinical Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue Lotion, $5.99, Target
This lotion is a lifesaver in the dry winter months. It’s especially useful for feet, hands, and elbows, but you can use it all over, since it’s not greasy.
BEST DARK SPOT TREATMENT — Peace Out Dark Spots, $28, Sephora
These tiny microneedling dots really break up dark spots, and fast. Use twice a week for two weeks (wear them overnight) and see a major difference!
BEST FACE MIST — Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist, $28, Sephora on 3/8
This face mist smells amazing and can be worn on bare skin or over makeup. It’s a wonderful pick-me-up during that 3pm slump!
BEST NECK CREAM — IT Cosmetics Confidence in Neck Cream, $52, QVC
Developed with plastic surgeons, IT Cosmetics products deliver real results. This neck cream is great for avoiding and treating “tech neck,” which we all have from constantly staring down at our phones.
BEST SELF-TANNER — St. Tropez Self Tan Whipped Marshmallow Bronzing Mousse, $45, ULTA
This cult-favorite tanner has been transformed with a scrumptious scent. The marshmallow formula goes on streak free and lasts over a week!
BEST FACE MOISTURIZER — Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance, $50, Dermalogica.com and select retailers
This brand new moisturizer is great for all skin types, since it’s not greasy and absorbs fast. It’s super hydrating, though, so it’s great for the dry, winter weather.
BEST EYE CREAM — M–61 Hydraboost Eye Concentrate, $78, BlueMercury
This eye cream helps to lift and firm the sensitive eye area using peptides and hyaluronic acid. Apply as the last step in your skincare routine.
BEST TONER — OLE HENRIKSEN Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner, $28, Sephora
This toner helps with dark spots, since it uses AHAs to gently exfoliate and help cell turnover.
BEST SCALP SCRUB — Drybar On The Rocks Charcoal Scalp Scrub, $32, Drybar Locations
This scalp scrub is great for getting rid of excess product and dry shampoo. It’s not harsh, and doesn’t hurt.
BEST RAZOR — Skintimate 4-Blade Vanilla Sugar Disposable Razors, $5.97, Walmart
These razors are so gentle despite gently exfoliating with sugar. The 4 blades make sure you get a close shave without any cuts.
BEST SERUM: Sweet Chef Beet + Vitamin A Serum Shot, $19.99, Target
This serum refines pores, and smooths out rough skin, giving you a gorgeous texture!
BEST SERUM: Sweet Chef Kale + Vitamin B Serum Shot, $19.99, Target
This serum is great for dry skin since it hydrates and soothes. Can be mixed with your favorite moisturizer or used alone.
BEST BODY WASH — Olay Moisture Ribbons Plus Shea + Blue Lotus Body Wash, $5.49, Target & drugstores
This super hydrating body wash has shea to moisturize dry skin. It also smells amazing and refreshing! I love the giant bottle as well.
BEST SUNSCREEN — Coppertone Glow SPF 30, $8.99, drugstores
This shimmering sunscreen will have you literally shining in the sun. The glow-y formula goes on easily, and doesn’t contain parabens or oxybenzone.
BEST EYELINER — ColourPop BFF Liquid Liners, $8, ColourPop.com
These brand new eyeliners come in a bunch of fun, trendy colors. The sharp liners can give you any look, or can be layered for a thick cat eye.
BEST CONCEALER — NYX Professional Makeup Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Contour Concealer, $8.50
This under $10 concealer will have you looking perfect all day and night. It is super long lasting and great for under the eyes or on a blemish.
BEST DRUGSTORE MASCARA — L’Oréal Paris Unlimited Mascara, $12.99, Available at mass, food and drug retailers nationwide
This super cool mascara has a wand that bends, so you can get each and every hair. It lifts, seperates and defines your lashes!
BEST HIGHLIGHTER — Pixi Beauty Glow-y Powder, $18, Target
This gorgeous powder will give you a flawless glow. Just use on top of cheekbones and on your collarbone as the weather gets warmer!
BEST ALL IN ONE PRODUCT — Honest Beauty Magic Beauty Balm Stick, $14.99, Honest.com
This is an expert pick from Meghan Markle’s wedding day makeup artist Daniel Martin. He uses it for many things, and always has one in his bag!
BEST CLEANSER — Honest Beauty Magic Gel-to-Milk Cleanser, $14.99, Honest.com
This yummy smelling cleanser is gentle enough to use every day but really deep cleans, leaving your skin soft and fresh.
BEST BEAUTY TOOL — JUNO & Co. Microfiber Rose Velvet Sponge, $6, TheJuno.co
This newly re-vamped sponge is super soft and applies wet or dry makeup like a dream.
BEST SELF TANNER — L’Oréal Paris Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Water Mousse, $14.99
This self-tanner is buildable and smells like a vacation thanks to the coconut water that is in the formula.
BEST BROW PRODUCT — Milani Stay Put Brow Sculpting Mechanical Pencil, $8.99, MilaniCosmetics.com
HollywoodLife’s Editor in Chief loves this brow pencil, which comes with a built-in spoolie brush to give you a super natural look.
BEST BRONZER — Maybelline City Bronzer, $9.99, drugstores
This bronzer comes in three colors. Use the lighter shades for an all-over glow, or the darker shade to contour.
BEST HAIR REMOVER — Nair Leg Mask Brighten & Smooth with Charcoal, $8.99, Target
This 3-in-1 leg mask removes hair while also moisturizing skin. It’s perfect for summer!
BEST MAKEUP REMOVING WIPES — Olay Sensitive Calming Makeup Remover Wipes Hungarian Water Essence, $6.99
I love these face wipes that are great for senstitive skin. They are super moist and work wonders on removing makeup.
BEST BLUSH — Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Blush, $12.95, Walmart
This Butter Blush has three new shades for 2019. They give you a gorgeous flush, with a hint of sexy shimmer.
BEST PRIMER — Physicians Formula Softlight Blurring Primer, $14.95, drugstores
This primer blurs any imperfections and smooths skin before you apply makeup. It’s not heavy and won’t clog pores.
BEST EYESHADOW — Revlon Crystal Aura Liquid Alloy Eye Shadow, $10.99, CVS
This gorgeous liquid shadow comes in a few colors. Apply directly on lids, let dry for about a minute, and then you’ll have a gorgeous glitter eye look with no mess!
BEST LIP GLOSS — Avon Crave Lip Gloss, $6, Avon.com
This hydrating lip gloss has a great color payoff and is super affordable. We love it!
BEST EYE MAKEUP REMOVER — Garnier Micellar Eye Makeup Remover Pads, $8.99, Walgreens
There are 100 pads in this tiny jar. They easily remove makeup and DON’T sting your eyes. They have no greasy residue and don’t need any rinsing.
BEST FACE MASK — SheaMoisture African Black Soap Bamboo Charcoal Detoxifying Carbon Sheet Mask, $3.49, Target
This one-time-use mask is a total steal. It detoxifies blemish-prone skin and hydrates using shea butter. It’s also made with fair trade ingredients.
BEST LIP BALM — eos Mood Stones Dazzling Ruby Lip Tint, $4.88, Walmart
This innovative lip balm can also be used as a cheek stain if you need the flush of a blush on-the-go. The packaging is also stunning!
BEST FOUNDATION — DIOR FOREVER SKIN GLOW, $52, Nordstrom
This amazing foundation is full coverage but won’t cake or flake. It looks just like skin and has been worn by Charlize Theron during the 2019 awards season.
BEST CONCEALER — Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Concealer, $26, Sephora
Fenty Beauty’s newest product is their amazing concealer, which comes in 50 shades. If it’s good enough for Rihanna, it’s good enough for us!
BEST CONCEALER — Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Concealer, $26, Sephora
The range of shades of the Fenty Beauty Concealer is super impressive — 50 in all. They correspond with Rihanna’s amazing foundation shades.
BEST BROW PENCIL — Aveda Brow Definers, $24, Aveda salons
This easy to use pencil can give you a dark, defined look, or a more subtle brow thanks to the formula and the attached spoolie.
BEST CLEANSER — Charlotte Tilbury Goddess Cleansing Ritual, $46, Sephora
This two step cleanser is amazing — it’s like you can give yourself a professional facial at home! It smells and feels delightful.
BEST SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER — R+Co GEMSTONE Color Shampoo & Conditioner, $32 each, Randco.com
Keep hair vibrant, shiny and hydrated with the color conditioner. It’s sulfate and paraben free.
BEST SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER — R+Co GEMSTONE Color Shampoo & Conditioner, $32 each, Randco.com
This color shampoo locks in your pricey salon color and delivers major hair benefits. Your strands will be soft and shiny, and look better than ever.
BEST NIGHT CREAM — SkinCeuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight, $80, SkinCeuticals.com
This night cream promotes cell turnover, so skin is refreshed and radiant every time you wake up. It really works without being too harsh.
BEST HAIR OIL — DevaCurl High Shine Multi-Benefit Oil, $29, Ulta & Sephora
This brand new hair oil can be used on both wet and dry hair, and will reshape curls. It gives you major shine and definition!
BEST LIP TREATMENT — butter LONDON Double Up Plush Rush Tinted Lip Treatment, $19, butterlondon.com
This hydrating lip treatment feels soft and comfortable on the lips. It’s slightly plumping, but doesn’t sting or burn.
BEST MASK — StriVectin Multi-Action Blue Rescue Clay Renewal Mask, $48, ULTA
This amazing mask turns blue as it starts to work, and addresses fine lines, pore size, rough texture, dull skin and more!
BEST LIPSTICK — Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Lip Frost Lipstick, $32, Sephora
Sugar Sugar is the shade that our editors said was the best nude of all time! It feels and looks great, even on dry lips.
BEST BLUSH PALETTE — NARS Exposed Cheek Palette, $59, ULTA
This gorgeous palette will give you an amazing flush, thanks to three cheek colors, plus a highlighter and bronzers built-in. The packaging and formulas are divine!
BEST SETTING POWDER — Wander Beauty Play All Day Translucent Powder, $32, WanderBeauty.com
This super cool setting powder comes pre-packed in the puff, so it’s easy to use and mess free. Just apply to your face. Perfect for on-the-go — no brush required!
BEST LIQUID LIPSTICK — Lime Crime Goddess Gang Rosa Metallic Velvetine, $20, LimeCrime.com
This liquid lipstick is bold and dramatic, but won’t dry out lips. It lasts a long time, too, even if you’re drinking water or coffee.
BEST MASCARA — Sisley-Paris So Volume Mascara, $67, Nordstrom
This brand new mascara was worn by Emma Stone at the 2019 SAG Awards, and has a big brush to capture every single lash.
BEST BROW COMPACT — Urban Decay Double Down Brow, $28
This putty-to-powder formula is easy to use to get your desired brow look. Throw the compact in your purse for easy touch-ups.
BEST EYESHADOW PALETTE — Urban Decay NAKED Reloaded Eyeshadow Palette, $44, UrbanDecay.com
The brand new NAKED Reloaded palette has 12 gorgeous shades that work on any skin tone or age group. There are both mattes and shimmers, to achieve any look.
BEST EYESHADOW PALETTE — Urban Decay NAKED Reloaded Eyeshadow Palette, $44, UrbanDecay.com
This gorgeous palette can take you from day to night in seconds! I love the neutral shades that are far from boring!
