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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 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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Best Foundation
Editors' Pick Winner: Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
Why: Rihanna made countless headlines with her groundbreaking 40-shade foundation launch, which has been rightfully heralded as a gamechanger. She's helped inspire many other brands to create more inclusive shade ranges and this lightweight matte formula happens to be pretty darn stellar on top of it all.

Honorable Mention: The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation

Readers' Choice Winner: Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Foundation
Why: I got SOOO many compliments when I wore this foundation. It's full coverage and lightweight, and does have really good staying power. If you want a foundation that makes your skin flawless, this is it.

Honorable Mention: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation



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Best Highlighter/Contour
Editors' Pick Winner: Farsali Jelly Beam Illuminator
Why: This highlighter is truly worthy of special occasions. The fun, jelly formula gives you megawatt shimmer at the touch of your fingertips. Apply anywhere you want an out-of-this-world glow.

Honorable Mention: Too Faced Diamond Highlighter

Readers' Choice Winner: Wet n Wild MegaGlo Illuminating Powder
Why: This product is soooo lovely...and cheap too. I have mine in shade "Catwalk Pink" (the one with multi-strip colors). It gives you a finished look without being sparkly — great to highlight the cheeks and the colors are stunning.

Honorable Mention: Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder



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Best Lip Balm
Editors' Pick Winner: Fresh Sugar Lip Caramel Hydrating Balm
Why: This dessert-flavored lip balm is a truly decadent treat for your lips. Thick, rich and hydrating, it's perfect to apply at bedtime and awaken to soft, smooth lips. If you wear it during the day, it imparts the slightest hint of tint for a your-lips-but-better flush.

Honorable Mention: Catrice Vitamin Lip Treatment

Readers' Choice Winner: Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
Why: This is one item I always carry with me. It really works. It is soothing and it makes my lip moist. Burt's Bees products are great, but this is THE one for me. The price is hard to beat!

Honorable Mention: Vaseline Lip Therapy Cocoa Butter



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Best Lip Gloss
Editors' Pick Winner: Milani Stellar Lights Holographic Lip Gloss
Why: Holographic lip glosses are all the rage right now and this one is particularly excellent. The iridescent glitter strikes the perfect balance — it's subtle enough for day, but sparkly enough for night (especially if you layer it over a dramatic lipstick).

Honorable Mention: Benefit Punch Pop Liquid Lip Color

Readers' Choice Winner: Buxom Full-on Lip Polish
Why: After my sunscreen, this would be the choice for me if I was lost on a deserted island. I LOVE the tingly feeling it gives you and it lasts and lasts.

Honorable Mention: Chanel Levres Scintillantes Glossimer



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