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Best Exfoliant
Why: This gently exfoliates, has a subtle scent and leaves skin feeling refreshed and soft but never raw.
Honorable Mention: Dr. Jart+ Pore Medic Derma @ Home Peeling Kit
Readers' Choice Winner: Philosophy The Microdelivery Daily Exfoliating Wash
Why: "I've been using this for two months now and love it. My acne has cleared and my hyperpigmentation and acne scars have virtually vanished. My skin feels so smooth after this. It's pricey, but definitely worth the price to me."
Honorable Mention: St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub
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Best Eye Cream
Why: When more than one reviewer uses the word "decadent" to describe an eye cream, it's a winner. The texture and major moisture make this a definite crowd-pleaser.
Honorable Mention: Drunk Elephant Shaba Complex Eye Serum
Readers' Choice Winner: Burt's Bees Radiance Eye Cream with Royal Jelly
Why: "I love this treatment moisturizer. It is light, lightly scented, SPF 20 and, when used with the serum, does provide an evenness of skin tone."
Honorable Mention: Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado
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Best Face Oil
Why: Even the most discerning face oil critics were wowed by this formula's beautiful texture, barely-there feel and skin-beautifying benefits. This one is worth the splurge.
Honorable Mention: Caudalie Premier Cru Elixir
Readers' Choice Winner: Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil
Why: "This oil is amazing. After it absorbs, it leaves skin so soft. One of the very few products for which I can justify the price, which is small, given the benefits."
Honorable Mention: Boots Botanics Organic Facial Oil
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Best Face Sunscreen SPF 30+
Why: This hydrating sunscreen is lightweight and matte with a spa-like scent that makes the application experience transcendent. It protects against UV rays while fading dark spots over time.
Honorable Mention: Jurlique Sun Specialist SPF 40 High Protection Cream PA+++
Readers' Choice Winner: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45
Why: "I love this stuff, because it absorbs quickly, and it doesn't feel heavy. It protects my skin very well -- even in the summer."
Honorable Mention: La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Ultra-Light Sunscreen Fluid
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Best Makeup Remover
Why: These individually wrapped wipes are a generous size and can remove even the most intense lip stain effortlessly.
Honorable Mention: Yon-Ka Paris Eau Micellaire
Readers' Choice Winner: Mary Kay Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover
Why: "This has got to be the only makeup remover that doesn't irritate my eyes. I love it. I don't think I can go back to anything else."
Honorable Mention: Lancôme Effacil Gentle Eye Makeup Remover
For months we slathered our skin in hundreds (literally, hundreds) of moisturizers, sunscreens, serums, oils, cleansers, masks and more -- all in search of this year's best new beauty products for your face. So you can trust us when we say that the following 34 products are the cream of the crop when it comes to smoothing fine lines, protecting skin from the sun, clearing blemishes and beyond.
We guarantee: In the endless sea of face products available, these skin-perfecting masks, hydrating night creams and other top-tier elixirs are worth every penny. Ready to meet the skin care winners of the 2015 Beauty Awards? Click through to see all of the award-winning face products.
We guarantee: In the endless sea of face products available, these skin-perfecting masks, hydrating night creams and other top-tier elixirs are worth every penny. Ready to meet the skin care winners of the 2015 Beauty Awards? Click through to see all of the award-winning face products.
