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CATEGORY : Best cosmetics makeover
WINNER : Shiseido

CATEGORY : Most customisable makeup brand
WINNER : Etude House

CATEGORY : Most exciting pop-up experience
WINNER : Chanel Coco Game Center

CATEGORY : Most immersive fragrance boutique
WINNER : Maison Christian Dior

 

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Anti-pollution skincare

CATEGORY : Best anti-pollution cleansing oil
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dermalogica PreCleanse Balm, $85
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel L’Huile, $64

CATEGORY : Best anti-pollution foaming wash
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Chanel La Mousse, $64
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel La Mousse, $64

CATEGORY : Best anti-pollution skincare mist
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Cremorlab T.E.N. Mineral Water Mist, $9.50 – $56
READERS’ CHOICE: Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Repair Mist, $79

CATEGORY : Best anti-pollution moisturiser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Allies of Skin 1A All-Day Pollution Repair Mask, $139
READERS’ CHOICE: Allies of Skin 1A All-Day Pollution Repair Mask, $139

CATEGORY : Best anti-pollution moisturiser with blue light protection
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Chantecaille Anti Pollution Mattifying Cream, $166
READERS’ CHOICE: Sunday Riley C.E.O. Antioxidant Protect + Repair Moisturizer, $32 to $92 (2 sizes)

CATEGORY : Best sunscreen with anti-pollution protection
EDITORS’ CHOICE: SK-II Atmosphere Airy Light UV Emulsion SPF50 PA++, $115
READERS’ CHOICE: Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF50 PA++++ Anti-Pollution, $56

 

Organic Skincare Brand

CATEGORY : Best Organic Skincare Brand
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Bema Bio (Bema SolarTea Anti-Age High Protection Sun Cream Spf 30 Face, $35, Bio Face Double Lifting Serum, $86, Bema Blue Defence Peeling Mask, $58)
READERS’ CHOICE: Kew Organics (Kew Organics Cacao Okra Age Defying Eye Serum, $$79.70 for 30ml, Kew Organics Apple Stem Cell Viaglow Serum, $59.90 for 15ml, Kew Organics Coconut Lavender Organic Sugar Body Scrub, $18.95)

 

Best Vegan Skincare

CATEGORY : Best vegan cleanser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Kew Organics Mandarin Acai Cleansing Lotion, $95.65
READERS’ CHOICE: Kew Organics Mandarin Acai Cleansing Lotion, $95.65

CATEGORY : Best vegan toner
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dr Belter Fresh Blossomy Tensum, $73
READERS’ CHOICE: The Body Shop British Rose Petal-Soft Gel Toner, $20.90

CATEGORY : Best vegan moisturiser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dr Belter AquaSilk 24, $96
READERS’ CHOICE: The Body Shop Vitamin E Gel Moisture Cream, $30.90

 

Anti-ageing skincare

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing cleansing oil
EDITORS’ CHOICE: The Body Shop Oils of Life Intensely Revitalising Cleansing Oil-In-Gel, $26.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Shu Uemura Porefinist2 Sakura Refreshing Cleansing Oil, $115

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing foaming cleanser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Kanebo Refreshing Powder Wash, $49 and Re:erth Clarifying Cleanser, $70
READERS’ CHOICE: Fancl BC Facial Washing Cream, $55

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing toner
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Gemology Youth Diamond Lotion, $108
READERS’ CHOICE: The Body Shop Roots of Strength Firming Shaping Essence Lotion, $38.90

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing toner for younger skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Lancome Absolue Precious Cells Revitalising Rose Lotion, $128
READERS’ CHOICE: Lancome Absolue Precious Cells Revitalising Rose Lotion, $128

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing sheet mask
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Mask, $148 for 5 sheets
READERS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Mask, $148 for 5 sheets

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing sleeping mask
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Lierac Lift Integral Flash Lift Mask, $85
READERS’ CHOICE: Kiehl’s Ginger Leaf & Hibiscus Overnight Firming Mask, $88

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing skincare mist
EDITORS’ CHOICE: MDNA Skin The Rose Mist, $135-$185
READERS’ CHOICE: Jurlique Herbal Recovery Signature Mist, $72

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing face oil
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Eve Lom Radiance Face Oil, $145
READERS’ CHOICE: Su:m37 Secret Oil, $97

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing moisturiser for oily skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dr Ci:Labo Aqua-Collagen-Gel Erich-Lift-EX, from $78
READERS’ CHOICE: Dr Ci:Labo Aqua-Collagen-Gel Erich-Lift-EX, from $78

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing moisturiser for sensitive skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: The Moisturizer Co Ultra Moisturizing Repair Gel with Calendula, $78
READERS’ CHOICE: Sunday Riley Juno Antioxidant + Superfood Face Oil, $54 to $108 (2 sizes)

CATEGORY : Best rich anti-ageing moisturiser for dry skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Laneige Time Freeze Intensive Cream EX, $95
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Time Freeze Intensive Cream EX, $95

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing moisturiser for dry skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Shiseido Essential Energy Cream, $80
READERS’ CHOICE: Shiseido Essential Energy Cream, $80

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing moisturiser for very dry skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: History of Whoo Cheonyuldan Radiant Regenerating Cream, $580
READERS’ CHOICE: Lancome Absolue L’Extrait Day Cream, $660

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing pre-serum
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Lancome Advanced Genifique Sensitive Serum, $120
READERS’ CHOICE: Lancome Advanced Genifique Sensitive Serum, $120

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing hydrating serum
EDITORS’ CHOICE: MDNA Skin The Serum, $240-$370
READERS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum, $265

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing serum for skin-refinement
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX, $90
READERS’ CHOICE: Kiehl’s Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate 12.5%, $105

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing serum for skin rejuvenation
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Astalift In-Focus Cellactive Serum, $222
READERS’ CHOICE: Skin Inc Serum-Infused Night Oil, $98

CATEGORY : Best all-in-one serum
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Cle de Peau Beaute Firming Serum Supreme, $440
READERS’ CHOICE: La Prairie Platinum Rare Cellular Night Elixir, $1,890

CATEGORY : Best overall anti-ageing serum
EDITORS’ CHOICE: L’Oreal Revitalift Centella Micro-Essence, $35.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Vichy Liftactiv Vitamin C Freshshot Serum, $52

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing serum for fine lines/wrinkles
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Eversoft Skinz Youth Recall Mushroom Collagen Ampoule, $49.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Eucerin Hyaluron Filler Concentrate, $69

CATEGORY : Best overall anti-ageing eye cream
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Lancome Advanced Genifique Eye Cream, $105
READERS’ CHOICE: Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Complex, $104

CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing smoothing eye cream
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Est.Lab Optimalift A+ Anti-wrinkle Eye Cream, $10
READERS’ CHOICE: Mamonde Age Control Power Eye Cream, $54

CATEGORY : Best luxurious anti-ageing eye cream
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sisley L’Integral Anti-Age Eye and Lip Contour, $250
READERS’ CHOICE: Sisley L’Integral Anti-Age Eye and Lip Contour, $250

 

Brightening skincare

CATEGORY : Best Brightening Foaming Cleanser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo Snowise Cleansing Foam, $52
READERS’ CHOICE: Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective Brightening & Exfoliating Daily Cleanser, $50

CATEGORY : Best dark spot treatment
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Allies of Skin Promise Keeper Blemish Sleeping Facial, $159
READERS’ CHOICE: Sunday Riley Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment, $148 to $223 (2 sizes)

CATEGORY : Best brightening mask
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Clearturn Artisan Brightening Mask, $10.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Aprilskin Real Calendula Peel Off Pack, $23

CATEGORY : Best brightening sheet mask
EDITORS’ CHOICE: For Beloved One Flawless Brightening Ethyl Ascorbic Bio-Cellulose Mask, $63 for a box of three sheets
READERS’ CHOICE: For Beloved One Flawless Brightening Ethyl Ascorbic Bio-Cellulose Mask, $63 for a box of three sheets

CATEGORY : Best brightening sheet mask (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Senka Perfect Aqua White Extra White Mask, Single sheet retailing at $2.00; 7pc box retailing at $13.90
READERS’ CHOICE: CNP Laboratory Dr-Jet Mask: Mela-toning, $7.80 for one sheet

CATEGORY : Best brightening sleeping mask
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Allies of Skin Bright Future Sleeping Facial, $169
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige White Dew Vita Capsule Sleeping Mask, $28 for 8 capsules

CATEGORY : Best mask for instant radiance
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Chantecaille Gold Recovery Mask, $332 and Lancome Absolue Precious Cells Nourishing & Revitalising Rose Mask, $285
READERS’ CHOICE: Lancome Absolue Precious Cells Nourishing & Revitalising Rose Mask, $285

CATEGORY : Best brightening moisturiser for dullness
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Orbis =U White Extra Creamy Moisture, $58
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige White Dew Sherbet Cream, $70

CATEGORY : Best brightening moisturiser for extra glow
EDITORS’ CHOICE: La Mer The Moisturizing Cool Gel Cream, $300
READERS’ CHOICE: Su:m37 Water-full Radiant Hydrating Glow Cream, $178

CATEGORY : Best brightening moisturiser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Avene Eau Thermale Avene Bright Intense Brightening Emulsion, 40ml $89.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Avene Eau Thermale Avene Bright Intense Brightening Emulsion, 40ml $89.90

CATEGORY : Best brightening emulsion
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Su:m37 Water-full Radiant Hydrating Glow Emulsion, $86
READERS’ CHOICE: Su:m37 Water-full Radiant Hydrating Glow Emulsion, $86

CATEGORY : Best brightening serum
EDITORS’ CHOICE: One by Kose Melanoshot White, $74
READERS’ CHOICE: One by Kose Melanoshot White, $74

CATEGORY : Best brightening serum (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Avene Eau Thermale Avene Bright Intense Brightening Essence, $99.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Avene Eau Thermale Avene Bright Intense Brightening Essence, $99.90

CATEGORY : Best brightening serum for extra glow
EDITORS’ CHOICE: SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense, $159
READERS’ CHOICE: Hera White Program Effector, $135

CATEGORY : Best brightening toner
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Pixi Glow Tonic, $22-$44
READERS’ CHOICE: Pixi Glow Tonic, $22-$44

CATEGORY : Best brightening toner (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Vichy Idealia Lumiere Peeling Care, $40
READERS’ CHOICE: Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion, $25.90

 

Hydrating Skincare

CATEGORY : Best hydrating cleansing oil
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Fancl MCO Mild Cleansing Oil, $30
READERS’ CHOICE: Fancl MCO Mild Cleansing Oil, $30

CATEGORY : Best hydrating foaming cleanser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Erborian Double Mousse Cleanser, $36
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Moist Cream Cleanser, $32

CATEGORY : Best hydrating foaming cleanser (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Garnier Micellar Foaming Cleanser, $14.90 and Eversoft Hydra Nature Nourishing Cleansing Foam, $18.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Eversoft Hydra Nature Nourishing Cleansing Foam, $18.90

CATEGORY : Best hydrating foaming cleanser for sensitive skin (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: La Roche-Posay Toleriane Caring Wash, $33.90
READERS’ CHOICE: La Roche-Posay Toleriane Caring Wash, $33.90

CATEGORY : Best hydrating micellar water
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water, $50
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Perfect Makeup Cleansing Water, $32

CATEGORY : Best hydrating micellar water (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Bifesta Micellar Cleansing Lotion Moist, $16.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Bioderma Sensibio H2O Make-up Removing Micelle Solution, $15.90 – $28.90

CATEGORY : Best sheet mask for intense hydration
EDITORS’ CHOICE: For Beloved One Hyaluronic Acid GHK-Cu Moisturizing Bio-Cellulose Mask, $63 for box of three sheets
READERS’ CHOICE: Lancome Advanced Genifique Hydrogel Melting Mask, $125 for seven sheets

8.CATEGORY : Best quick-fix hydrating sheet mask
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Biocrown Ultra Hydrating Essence Mask, $19.90 for a box of five sheets
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Two Tone Sheet Mask, $5/pc

CATEGORY : Best hydrating sheet mask (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Suisai 3D Mask, $21
READERS’ CHOICE: CNP Laboratory Dr-Jet Mask: Hydro Radiance, $7.80 for one sheet

CATEGORY : Best hydrating sleeping mask
EDITORS’ CHOICE: La Mer The Treatment Lotion Hydrating Mask, $230
READERS’ CHOICE: La Mer The Treatment Lotion Hydrating Mask, $230

CATEGORY : Best hydrating mask (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Tofu No Moritaya Soy Milk Yogurt Face Pack, $33.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Neutrogena Hydro Boost 3D Sleeping Mask, $25.90

CATEGORY : Best hydrating mist
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum Mist, $52 – $92
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Water Bank Moisture Mist, $36 – $22

CATEGORY : Most long-lasting moisturiser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Clinique Moisture Surge 72-Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator, $75
READERS’ CHOICE: Clinique Moisture Surge 72-Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator, $75

CATEGORY : Best hydrating eye serum
EDITORS’ CHOICE: MDNA Skin The Eye Serum, $280
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel Blue Serum Eye, $107

CATEGORY : Best hydrating pre-serum
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Hera Cell Essence, $80
READERS’ CHOICE: Hera Cell Essence, $80

CATEGORY : Best hydrating serum for parched skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sisley Hydra-Global Serum, $320
READERS’ CHOICE: Clarins Hydra Essentiel Bi-Phase Serum, $98

CATEGORY : Best hydrating serum for irritated skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum, $32
READERS’ CHOICE: Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum, $32

CATEGORY : Best hydrating serum (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: CNP Laboratory Vita-B Energy Ampule, $48.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Avene Eau Thermale Avene Hydrance Rehydrating Serum, 30ml $79.90

CATEGORY : Best hydrating toner
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Su:m37 Water-full Radiant Hydrating Glow Toner, $80
READERS’ CHOICE: Su:m37 Water-full Radiant Hydrating Glow Toner, $80

CATEGORY : Best hydrating moisturiser (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Avene Eau Thermale Avene Hydrance Rich Rehydrating Cream, 40ml $46.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Hada Labo Premium Hydrating Night Cream, $35.90

CATEGORY : Best hydrating lightweight moisturiser (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Eversoft Hydra Nature Moisturising Emulsion, $43.90 and CNP Laboratory Vita-B Energy Gel Cream, $54.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Kose Cosmeport – Kokutosei Morning All-in-one Gel, $29.90

 

Sunscreen

CATEGORY : Best sunscreen
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Shiseido Global Suncare Perfect UV Protector, $59
READERS’ CHOICE: Shiseido Global Suncare Perfect UV Protector, $59

CATEGORY : Best sunscreen (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk, $39.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk, $39.90

 

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CATEGORY : Best citrus perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Chanel Les Eaux Deauville, $215
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel Les Eaux Deauville, $215

CATEGORY : Best citrus-floral perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Prada La Femme L’eau EDT Eau, $210
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel Les Eaux Biarritz, $215

CATEGORY :Best fruity perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Kenzo World Eau De Toilette, $83 – $142
READERS’ CHOICE: Jo Malone London English Oak & Redcurrant Cologne, $108 – $212

CATEGORY : Best fruity-floral perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Carolina Herrera Good Girl Legere EDP, $184
READERS’ CHOICE: YSL Beaute Mon Paris Couture Eau De Parfum, $229

CATEGORY : Best musky perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Maison Margiela Replica Lazy Sunday Morning EDT, $145
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel Les Eaux Venise, $215

CATEGORY : Best musky-floral perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dior Joy by Dior, $115 – $240
READERS’ CHOICE: Jo Malone London Honeysuckle & Davana Cologne, $108 – $212

CATEGORY : Best spicy perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Maison Margiela Replica At The Barber’s EDT, $145
READERS’ CHOICE: Jo Malone London English Oak & Hazelnut Cologne, $108 – $212

CATEGORY : Best woody perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Tom Ford Private Blend Oud Wood, $350
READERS’ CHOICE: Tom Ford Private Blend Oud Wood, $350

CATEGORY : Best woody-floral perfume
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Ralph Lauren Woman EDP, $159
READERS’ CHOICE: Ralph Lauren Woman EDP, $159

 

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Foundation

CATEGORY : Best care-for-your-skin cushion foundation
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dior Prestige Le Cushion Teint de Rose, $140
READERS’ CHOICE: Dior Prestige Le Cushion Teint de Rose, $140

CATEGORY : Best cushion foundation for K-dewy skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: La Mer The Luminous Lifting Cushion Foundation SPF20, $160
READERS’ CHOICE: Hera UV Mist Cushion, $68

CATEGORY : Best cushion foundation – Natural finish
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Infinity by Kose Cushion Serum Glow, $60, case sold at $22
READERS’ CHOICE: Infinity by Kose Cushion Serum Glow, $60, case sold at $22

CATEGORY : Best cushion foundation – Soft blur
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Laneige Layering Cover Cushion & Concealing, $43
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Layering Cover Cushion & Concealing, $43

CATEGORY : Best cushion foundation – Soft glow
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Nars Aqua Glow Cushion Foundation, $66
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel Vitalumiere Glow Cushion Foundation, $90

CATEGORY : Best cushion foundation – Soft matte
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Hera Black Cushion, $75
READERS’ CHOICE: Hera Black Cushion, $75

CATEGORY : Best cushion foundation (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: CNP Laboratory Propolis Ampule in Cushion, $54
READERS’ CHOICE: Aprilskin Perfect Magic Cover Fit Cushion, $47

CATEGORY : Best party-all-night liquid foundation
EDITORS’ CHOICE: YSL Beaute All Hours Foundation, $98, and Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation, $68
READERS’ CHOICE: Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation, $68

CATEGORY : Best liquid foundation – dewy finish
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sephora Collection Glow Foundation, $26
READERS’ CHOICE: Sephora Collection Glow Foundation, $26

CATEGORY : Best liquid foundation – matte finish
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Ultra Longwear Foundation, $80
READERS’ CHOICE: Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF10/PA++, $70

CATEGORY : Best liquid foundation – natural finish
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Armani Beauty Maestro Fusion Makeup, $110
READERS’ CHOICE: M.A.C Studio Waterweight Foundation, $64

CATEGORY : Best liquid foundation – soft glow
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Shu Uemura the lightbulb fluid foundation second-skin-glow-breathable perfection, $73 and Estee Lauder Double Wear Nude Water Fresh Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 30 / PA++, $70
READERS’ CHOICE: Estee Lauder Double Wear Nude Water Fresh Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 30 / PA++, $70

CATEGORY : Best liquid foundation – soft matte
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation (21 shades), $65
READERS’ CHOICE: Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation (21 shades), $65

CATEGORY : Best liquid foundation (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: L’Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation, $29.90
READERS’ CHOICE: L’Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation, $29.90

 

Lips

CATEGORY : Best lip balm
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Bema Nature Up Lip Balm Moisturizing, $19
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Lip Glowy Balm, $14

CATEGORY : Best cream lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Astalift flarosso Tirabaci lipstick, $46 and Nars Audacious Lipstick, $46
READERS’ CHOICE: Nars Audacious Lipstick, $46

CATEGORY : Best matte lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Laura Mercier Velour Extreme Matte Lipstick, $40
READERS’ CHOICE: Laura Mercier Velour Extreme Matte Lipstick, $40

CATEGORY : Best glossy lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick, $42 and Elizabeth Arden Plush Up Lip Gelato, $35
READERS’ CHOICE: Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick, $42

CATEGORY : Best soft matte lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge, $50
READERS’ CHOICE: Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge, $50

CATEGORY : Best liquid matte lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Armani Beauty Lip Maestro, $55
READERS’ CHOICE: Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Paint-On Liquid Lipcolor, $52

CATEGORY : Best liquid powder matte lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Nyx Professional Makeup Powder Puff Lippie Lip Cream (Cream to Powder Matte), $20
READERS’ CHOICE: Chanel Rouge Allure Liquid Powder, $50

CATEGORY : Best liquid soft matte lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Armani Beauty Lip Magnet, $57
READERS’ CHOICE: Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Liquid Lip Crayon, $38

CATEGORY : Best liquid glossy lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: 3ina The Lip Vinyl, $23
READERS’ CHOICE: YSL Beaute Volupte Liquid Colour Balm, $52

CATEGORY : Best liquid lacquer lipstick
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dior Addict Lacquer Plump, $50
READERS’ CHOICE: Dior Addict Lacquer Plump, $50

CATEGORY : Best lip gloss
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Gloss, $32
READERS’ CHOICE: Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Gloss, $32

CATEGORY : Best lip stain
EDITORS’ CHOICE: YSL Beaute Tatouage Couture, $55
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Stained Glasstick, $34

CATEGORY : Best lip treatment
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Inika Certified Organic Lip Serum, $42
READERS’ CHOICE: Fresh Sugar Lip Wonder Drops Advanced Therapy, $39

 

Base Makeup

CATEGORY : Best pressed powder for radiant skin
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo Powder for Cushion, $78
READERS’ CHOICE: Sulwhasoo Powder for Cushion, $78

CATEGORY : Best pressed powder for extra coverage
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Setting Powder, $50
READERS’ CHOICE: Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Setting Powder, $50

CATEGORY : Best loose powder
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder, $76
READERS’ CHOICE: Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder, $76

CATEGORY : Best soft blur concealer
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer, $105
READERS’ CHOICE: Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Ultra Longwear Concealer, $49

CATEGORY : Best full coverage concealer
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer, $46
READERS’ CHOICE: Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer, $46

CATEGORY : Best blemish-blurring primer
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Erborian CC Red Correct SPF25, $62
READERS’ CHOICE: 3ina The Matte & Smooth Primer, $29

CATEGORY : Best glow-enhancing primer
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional Pearl Primer, $54
READERS’ CHOICE: Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional Pearl Primer, $54

CATEGORY : Best hydrating primer
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Hera Magic Starter in Rose, $62
READERS’ CHOICE: Hera Magic Starter in Rose, $62

CATEGORY : Best mattifying primer
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Erborian Bamboo Matte Creme, $35
READERS’ CHOICE: Nyx Professional Makeup Total Control Drop Primer (Velvet Matte Finish), $26

CATEGORY : Best tinted primer
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Chantecaille Just Skin Tinted Moisturiser, $126
READERS’ CHOICE: Etude House Active Proof Liquid Fitting Base SPF50+/PA++++, $15.90

 

Blusher

CATEGORY : Best “fake-a-workout” blusher
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Shiseido Makeup Minimalist WhippedPowder Blush, $48
READERS’ CHOICE: Benefit Cosmetics Gold Rush, $51

CATEGORY : Best natural-looking blusher
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Hera Flash Blusher, $55
READERS’ CHOICE: Nars Torrid Liquid Blush, $50

CATEGORY : Best blusher (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Revlon Powder Blush, $19.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Revlon Powder Blush, $19.90

 

Highlighters

CATEGORY : Best cream highlighter
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Cosme Decorte Dip in Glow, $50
READERS’ CHOICE: Hourglass Vanish Flash Highlighting Stick, $66

CATEGORY : Best powder highlighter
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Shiseido Makeup Aura Dew, $38
READERS’ CHOICE: Nars Highlighting Powder, $62

 

Eyes

CATEGORY : Best eyeshadow palette for parties
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Urban Decay Born To Run Eyeshadow Palette, $76
READERS’ CHOICE: Urban Decay Born To Run Eyeshadow Palette, $76

CATEGORY : Best everyday eyeshadow palette
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Dior Backstage Eye Palette Warm 001, $83
READERS’ CHOICE: Dior Backstage Eye Palette Warm 001, $83

CATEGORY : Best brow product for K-brows
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Laneige Two Tone Eyebrow Cushion-cara (no.3), $36
READERS’ CHOICE: Laneige Two Tone Eyebrow Cushion-cara (no.3), $36

CATEGORY : Best brow product for dagger-like brows
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Benefit Cosmetics Brow Contour Pro, $57
READERS’ CHOICE: Benefit Cosmetics Brow Contour Pro, $57

CATEGORY : Best everyday brow pencil
EDITORS’ CHOICE: The Browgal Skinny Eyebrow Pencil, $34
READERS’ CHOICE: Nars Brow Perfector, $38

CATEGORY : Best brow makeup (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: ZA Dual End Eyebrow, $13.90 and Revlon Colorstay Brow Kit, $12.99
READERS’ CHOICE: Revlon Colorstay Brow Kit, $12.99

CATEGORY : Best eyeliner to get through a late night
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Nyx Professional Makeup Epic Ink Liner, $22 and Shiseido Makeup Microliner Ink, $38
READERS’ CHOICE: Shiseido Makeup Microliner Ink, $38

CATEGORY : Best eyeliner to get smoky eyes
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Elizabeth Arden 24 Hour High Drama Eyeliner, $36
READERS’ CHOICE: Elizabeth Arden 24 Hour High Drama Eyeliner, $36

CATEGORY : Best eyeliner to get smoky eyes (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Kate Tokyo Fit Rare Gel Pencil, $19.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Kate Tokyo Fit Rare Gel Pencil, $19.90

CATEGORY : Best eyeliner (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: K-Palette Real Lasting Waterproof Eyeliner (24H), $19.90
READERS’ CHOICE: K-Palette Real Lasting Waterproof Eyeliner (24H), $19.90

CATEGORY : Best mascara for falsies-like-lashes
EDITORS’ CHOICE: YSL Beaute Mascara Vinyl Couture, $55 and Hera Rich Long Lash Waterproof Mascara 79, $45
READERS’ CHOICE: Lancome Monsieur Big Waterproof Mascara, $48

CATEGORY : Best volumising mascara
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Hourglass Caution Extreme Lash Mascara, $46
READERS’ CHOICE: Benefit Cosmetics BADgal Bang Mascara, $42

CATEGORY : Best everyday eyeshadow palette (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Palladio Eyeland Vibes (Paradise, Horizon, Sandbar), $19.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Max Factor Masterpiece Nude Eyeshadow Palette, $27.90

 

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CATEGORY : Best anti-ageing body cream
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Fig Honey Drops Body Cream, $37
READERS’ CHOICE: Fresh Black Tea Age-Delay Body Cream, $109

CATEGORY : Best hand cream
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Bema Nice Hands Bio Cream, $26
READERS’ CHOICE: Jurlique Rose Hand Cream, $74

CATEGORY : Best body moisturiser
EDITORS’ CHOICE: MTM Harmonious Body Moisturizer, $90
READERS’ CHOICE: MTM Harmonious Body Moisturizer, $90

CATEGORY : Best body moisturiser (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: Bio-Piel Petit Ato Body Lotion, $59.90
READERS’ CHOICE: Nivea Aloe & Hydration, $9.95

CATEGORY : Best body cleanser (Drugstore)
EDITORS’ CHOICE: A’kin Sandalwood & Ylang Ylang Body Wash, $38.50
READERS’ CHOICE: A’kin Sandalwood & Ylang Ylang Body Wash, $38.50

 

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1. SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
Launched: 1980

2. La Prairie Skin Caviar Lotion

3. Cosme Decorte Moisture Liposome Essence
Launched: 1992

4. Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser (Drugstore)
Launched: 1947

5. Bio-Oil (Drugstore)
Launched: 1987

 

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