The products Allure's editors tested against thousands of others and crowned the best of the year. I've picked the standouts worth adding to your routine, all backed by real testing, not just hype.
My two-in-one shortcut for mornings — SPF and hydration without any white cast.
Biore UV Aqua Rich SPF 50 Facial Sunscreen
Turns into a lather with just water, which makes it feel like a mini spa moment before bed.
Olay Vitamin C Cleansing Melts Face Wash
My lips look naturally flushed, not just glossy — the hydration actually lasts.
Glow Reviver Lip Oil
One swipe and I'm done — no touch-ups needed for hours.
Peripera Ink the Velvet Lip Tint - High Pigment
Saves my second-day hair without leaving that chalky residue some dry shampoos do.
MONDAY Haircare VOLUME Dry Shampoo - 6.7 fl oz
Leaves my skin glowing, not greasy — a fast step for dull winter skin.
Vaseline Radiant X Hydrating Body Oil
One stick does blush and contour — perfect for touch-ups on the go.
GlowTour® Duo — Best Contour + Blush Sticks in One
a cult-favorite makeup remover that melts away makeup and sunscreen without stripping natural moisture, starting as a balm and transforming into a silky oil
NEW Take The Day Off™ Facial Cleansing Mousse
Packed with ingredients like Bifidus ferment to hydrate, smooth, and improve skin texture overnight
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair 15% Bifidus
A viral favorite that works on wet or dry hair and includes heat protection
COLOR WOW Raise the Root – Thicken & Lift Spray
A mask-meets-gloss treatment that gives a shiny, healthy finish, works on natural and color-treated hair
Hair Gloss
Promises extreme length and precise separation without clumping
Définicils High-Definition Lash Defining Mascara
A buildable peachy-pink shade with golden shimmer from a clean beauty brand
Combines a blow dryer and brush with ceramic/ionic technology, three wind speeds and four heat settings
Kristin Ess Hair Volumizing Blow Dryer Brush
Infused with probiotic extracts and superfoods to brighten and de-puff, stays cool without refrigeration
Makeup Eraser Cooling Clouds Undereye Patches
Blends into skin with just a finger and gives that "just pinched my cheeks" flush that never looks overdone.
Flush Balm Cream Blush
Lightweight enough to layer under makeup, but still leaves my skin looking dewy and hydrated all day. A great mini size to test before going full size.
The Base Face Milk - Clean and Vegan Facial Essence
My secret weapon before a night out — one spritz and my skin looks instantly refreshed and my makeup sets like it's meant to last.
Caudalie Beauty Elixir Prep, Set Makeup, Glow Face Mist
Bouncy, hydrating, and my skin looks visibly brighter without any greasy finish. A little goes a long way, and it layers beautifully under makeup.
Then I Met You Bong2 Bounce Cream Vitamin C
My go-to when my skin feels compromised or extra dry — rich enough to repair overnight but never feels heavy or greasy come morning.
Skinfix - Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Face Cream
