With new innovations popping up every day, skin care is starting to feel something akin to aerospace technology. So what's a person to do? Well, you can start by checking out the winners of the 2018 TotalBeauty Awards, of course. We've tested hundreds of products designed for pretty much every conceivable purpose and gleaned the crème de la crème for your viewing pleasure. From dark spot busters that really work to the most soothing eye creams out there to the most exciting new face mask formulations, we've got you covered. Read on for our favorite face products of the year.

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Peach Slices Acne Spot Dots

These holy grail acne stickers make pimples nearly dissappear overnight. Chemical-free and non irritating, they work to draw out the oil and impurities into the sticker itself, leaving the pimple deflated and much less noticeable.

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Garnier SkinActive Micellar Foaming Gel Cleanser

This gel cleanser packs a mean punch at removing makeup. It foams up immediately, is lightly scented and leaves skin totally clean, yet hydrated.

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Boots No7 Youthful Vitamin C Fresh Radiance Essence

The vitamin C powder comes separately, so you mix it in before you use it. This has a few benefits: It ensures that the product stays potent and it makes you feel like a chemist. Meant to be used in a two-week period, it busts discolorations like you wouldn't believe.

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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser

With gentle exfoliating beads and a lightly foaming gel base, this cleanser helps reset your complexion without causing irritation or dryness. A must, especially for those with sensitive skin.

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