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TotalBeauty Awards 2018: Best Makeup Products

After testing countless makeup products to see how they work IRL situations, we've narrowed it down to these holy grail items. Check out the best makeup of 2018.
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Best Bronzer
Editors' Pick Winner: Makeup Geek Bronze Luster
Why: Looking for a believable faux glow minus the sun? Sweep on this silky, long-lasting powder bronzer. It's buildable and has just the right amount of sheen, thanks to the addition of pearl powder.

Honorable Mention: It Cosmetics Confidence In Your Glow

Readers' Choice Winner: Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Butter Bronzer
Why: This bronzer made me understand why people bother with wearing bronzer. I used to hate how warm or neutral bronzer looked on me because it always looked splotchy or made my light skin look orange-cast. This bronzer is actually neutral and VERY sheer. This works in my favor, as I can build it up across my face and neck without going too heavy.

Honorable Mention: Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer



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Best Brows
Editors' Pick Winner: IsaDora Perfect Brow Kit Duo Compact Powder
Why: This mini brow kit has all you need: tiny tools (a spoolie, tweezers and a brush) and, most importantly, a killer brow powder that lasts and lasts. You'll get brow drama in a flash and the soft-focus powder is so easy to use it's almost foolproof.

Honorable Mention: Sisley Phyto Sourcils Fix

Readers' Choice Winner: Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
Why: It's perfect for rushed mornings because it takes almost no time at all to fill in my eyebrows. This is my hands-down favorite eyebrow pencil ever!

Honorable Mention: It Cosmetics Brow Power Universal Eyebrow Pencil



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Best Concealer
Editors' Pick Winner: Yves Saint Laurent All Hours Concealer
Why: "All hours" indeed. This superstar concealer stays put and the coverage is downright stellar. You'll also love how the creamy finish looks just like skin, not a smidge of cakiness in sight.

Honorable Mention: By Terry Stylo-Expert Click Stick

Readers' Choice Winner: L.A. Girl HD Pro Conceal
Why: They have a huge range of shades and cover really well. I use them on my undereyes and on blemishes and they stay put all day. I love that I can run to my local CVS and grab them. The tube with attached brush makes application easy and precise.

Honorable Mention: Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat



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Best Eye Shadow
Editors' Pick Winner: Cover FX Shimmer Veil
Why: Shimmery liquid eyeshadows are having something of a moment. This formula is so glittery, long-wearing and easy to use that you'll find yourself falling in love at first swipe.

Honorable Mention: L'Oreal Paris Infallible Paints Metallics Eyeshadow

Readers' Choice Winner: M.A.C. Eye Shadow
Why: MAC eyeshadows are my favorite. I love the wide palette of colors — they have colors available that I haven't even dreamed of. They are very blendable and wear a fairly long time. Best of all, though, is that each one lasts forever and doesn't fade.

Honorable Mention: Nars Single Eye Shadow



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Best Eyeliner
Editors' Pick Winner: It Cosmetics Superhero Liner
Why: This eyeliner is a dream to apply. The hourglass-shaped design fits perfectly in your hand, allowing you to draw the skinniest or boldest designs that hug the eye line. The ultrapigmented formula is easy to manipulate (if you goof up) but it dries down to the most life-proof finish you will ever find.

Honorable Mention: Wunder2 Super-Stay Liner

Readers' Choice Winner: Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner
Why: So many eyeliners brag about their "stay all day!" quality but this product by Stila legitimately doesn't budge. I've worn it in swimming pools, to sweaty nightclubs, even in the ocean. Once you put it on, this product is here to stay and, better yet, the pen itself lasts a long time.

Honorable Mention: Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Gel Eye Crayon



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