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TotalBeauty.com Awards 2014: Best Face Products

Say bye-bye to brown spots, wrinkles, fine line and sallow skin with the best beauty problem solvers of the year
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Best Exfoliant
Editors' Pick Winner: St. Ives Even & Bright Pink Lemon & Mandarin Orange Scrub
Why: This favorite drugstore brand's face scrub just can't be beat. Tiny beads polish and brighten instantly, and it smells incredible.

Honorable Mention: G.M. Collin Active Exfoliant Powder

Readers' Choice Winner: St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub
Why: "This is a staple in my bathroom for skin care. It really cleans and exfoliates my skin and helps prevent breakouts. And my complexion is much better. You need to be careful about how much to use and how hard to scrub, especially if you have sensitive skin. But once you get the feel for it, it's the best. It has a nice smell too -- fresh but not too strong. A permanent part of my routine."

Honorable Mention: Philosophy The Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash

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Best Eye Cream
Editors' Pick Winner: Fresh Black Tea Age-Delay Eye Concentrate
Why: This cocktail of antioxidants prevents signs of aging while smoothing and soothing the eye area. Moisturizing without being oily or clogging pores, this made our staffers fall head over heels.

Honorable Mention: Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Eye Cream

Readers' Choice Winner: Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado
Why: "This eye cream is perfect! It sinks in instantly and is an excellent base for concealer. It leaves my eyes and mouth smooth, moisturized and flawless. I would put this all over my face!! This is the best eye cream because it is not at all greasy and has great anti-aging benefits! Ten stars!"

Honorable Mention: Shiseido Future Solution LX Eye and Lip Contour Regenerating Cream

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Best Face Oil
Editors' Pick Winner: La Prairie Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal Dry Oil
Why: Pricey, no doubt, but this product is the best of the best face oils to hit the market this year. Super moisturizing without being oily, it soaks into skin in seconds, and layers well under other products.

Honorable Mention: Kate Somerville Dilo Oil Restorative Treatment

Readers' Choice Winner: Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil
Why: "I wanted to make sure I used it for a good month every other night before writing my review - and the verdict is in: I love it!! The brightening and healing effects are quick and the oil itself is so lightweight it gets absorbed into your skin instead of just sitting on top of it. My skin looks SO much healthier. In fact, my oily, acne-prone skin has NEVER looked better! Worth the money since you only need a few drops."

Honorable Mention: Marula The Leakey Collection

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Best Face Sunscreen
Editors' Pick Winner: CeraVe Sunscreen Face Lotion SPF 50
Why: This lightweight, oil-free sunscreen is great for sneaking in another layer of sun protection between your face and your makeup.

Honorable Mention: La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Daily Anti-Aging Primer with Sunscreen

Readers' Choice Winner: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum
Why: "This is hands down THE BEST sunscreen on the market. It goes on easily and dries quickly with no residue or greasy feeling. You don't feel like you are wearing anything. My makeup goes on easily afterward and I have yet to see any breakouts, blemishes, redness or irritation."

Honorable Mention: Clinique Super City Block Oil-Free Daily Face Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 40

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Best Foam Cleanser
Editors' Pick Winner: Eau Thermale Avéne Cleansing Foam
Why: This mousse cleanser dissolves every last trace of dirt and makeup in seconds and is especially great for oily or combination skin.

Honorable Mention: Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash

Readers' Choice Winner: Aveeno Ultra Calming Foaming Cleanser
Why: "The only cleanser that is mild AND actually works to wash away makeup and dirt. My face is not super sensitive, but can be red sometimes, so I like to use mild cleansers without fragrance. This one is amazing. I have been using it for a couple of years now. I also recommended it to my roommate who has really dry, itchy and red skin. Even she swears by this stuff."

Honorable Mention: Clean & Clear Foaming Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin

After slathering on a slew of serums, creams, lotions, sunscreens, oils, we've come up with the end-all be-all guide for the best beauty products for your face. Think of us as your skin-savvy friend who can give you the best recommendations for face products (without being annoyingly offensive), like acne treatments that won't make your skin and flaky mess, and dark spot correctors that erase sun damage.

Ready to meet the best skincare products? We promise these ultra-rich moisturizers, potent serums, and glow-in-a-bottle tonics will live up to their claims. Click through to see the Total Beauty Award winners for best face products.
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