Beauty Awards
Designer liners, megawatt highlighters, and everything in between.
These days, makeup is all about self-expression instead of one specific (and narrow) aesthetic.
As years go by, makeup formulations only get better, too.
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The shade range is impressive, and testers loved it for its ability to blend seamlessly into the skin.
This product did a good job both concealing my acne, says BDG staffer Chloe Foussianes.
I appreciated that it blended in without disappearing entirely something that I’ve struggled with when trying other concealers.
Best Mascara
Ami Coles mascara won the mascara category by a landslide, and for good reason.
It gives length and volume while not clumping at all.
One swipe is all it takes for a rich pigment payoff and soft satin not glassy shine.
This lipstick had great consistency and color payoff, and is so easy to apply!
says BDG staffer Abby Lebet.
This was a great liquid lipstick, says makeup artist and guest judge Jamie Greenberg.
Its a little more hydrating than most, quite beautiful, with good staying power!
Oh, and the best part: its only $8.
Soft, creamy, and so appealingly shimmery, these pearlescent shadows are even evangelizing non-eyeshadow fans.
I’m now an eyeshadow person thanks to these and will be adding to my permanent routine!
says BDG staffer Kelly Reed.
The easy-glide gel pencil works great for smolder-inducing smudging.
says makeup artist Daniel Martin.
A tiny conical spoolie grabs and coats every hair in lightweight, volumizing pigment developed for all-day hold.
Its so natural-looking, BDG staffer Amanda Chan affirms.
It basically was like my brows, but a little more defined/darker.
Plus, the metallic gold tube just so happens to look especially luxe nestled in makeup bags.
Though powder can often be a make-or-break step in the routine, this one always delivers.
These are gorgeous powders, with a real skin finish, says makeup artist Jessica Smalls.
They melted seamlessly into my skin without feeling heavy.
Guest judge and makeup artist Tobi Henney says it’s especially great for carving out cheekbones, too.
Its easy to apply and is so blendable and buildable, she raves.
Plus, eight versatile shades make this perfect contour available to everyone.
Best Highlighter
Few things are as confidence-boosting as a gleaming, glowing, who isthat?
highlighter and this Live Tinted one is an all-timer.
Its so beautiful for the body, legs, chests, she says.
This is so gorgeous.
Use the bronzer as an eyeshadow or layer the blush on your lips they all work equally well.
Is it any wonder TikTok is losing its collective mind over this product?
I love that my face actually feels more supple and tighter after I spray it on.
Its giving Gua Sha in a bottle.
This article was originally published onMarch 15, 2022
