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Gone are the days of treating the vast majority of our skin with unwarranted flippancy.
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And with its promotion from afterthought to priority, thebody-carecategory has exploded with incredible productssome more incredible than others.
Namely, this year’sBest of Beauty Award winners.
(And a mood-liftinghand sanitizertoo.)
Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis applies the Dove Advanced Care Dry Spray Antiperspirant.
Itshyaluronic acidandsqualanemake sure the lather leaves skin clean and seriously supple.
Tester Feedback:“I love this formula,” says senior editorJesa Marie Calaor.
“It comes out of its pump dispenser slightly whipped and forms a creamy lather as you add water.
Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis applies the Dove Advanced Care Dry Spray Antiperspirant.
I just keep coming back to it.”
Why It Won:Dove Advanced Care Dry Spray Antiperspirant can convert any loyal stick devotee.
“And that stinky, sweaty wardrobe is absolutely the reason I now havebody acnefun!
Glossier says yes, and our testers enthusiastically agree.
TPH by Taraji Baby Buff’d truly exfoliates with gentle yet hardworking rice powder.
Skin is left feeling supple and looking radiant with a little extra help fromniacinamideas well aslacticandglycolic acids.
“Bonus points for the tubes large opening, which makes it easy to squeeze out the product.”
“I really like the sweet strawberry scent as well!”
“The cute peach and orange branding brings a fun energy to an often clinical-looking category.”
“Plus, it smellssogood.”
Tester Feedback:“This is the easiest and gentlestexfoliatorI’ve ever used,” says Kinonen.
Instead, the lightweight formula imparts a gorgeous glow without grease.
Content director Kara McGrath massages the First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub 10% AHA Fresh Strawberry into her arm to gently exfoliate.
Tester Feedback:“Love this,” Gutierrez declares.
“The formula feels light both on its own and mixed with a lotion.”
(Although, of course, you don’t save sunscreen to wear only on vacation, right?
Tester Feedback:“This clear gel melts onto skin without feeling sticky or heavy,” says Calaor.
“Plus, it smells like banana candy.
“I love the fine-mist nozzle too.”
In fact, it serves the complete opposite purpose.
This one does just that while leaving behind a pretty sheen,” says Jusu.
Tester Feedback:“For a deep, I-just-got-back-from-Mykonos tan, this is it,” says Trakoshis.
Content director Kara McGrath massages the First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub 10% AHA Fresh Strawberry into her arm to gently exfoliate.
It also scores you a gorgeous tan when you use +Lux Unfiltered N32 Hydrating Self-Tanning Cream.
I also appreciate the well-written instructions.”
This single-use solid dissolves in warm water, elevating your bath to an indulgent new level.
The tub-less on our staff love to just run one over their limbs in the shower.
Tester Feedback:“I love how this shaving cream is no fuss,” says Blay.
“It’s my silver bullet for irritation and hasn’t failed me yet.”
Literally, sign us up for the customizable subscription refill program.
“Its long-lasting battery also deserves kudos.”
I won’t tell you it doesnt hurtbut it sure beats the pain of too-hot wax burns."
“s every time you take this devastatingly chic orb out of your purse.
(Velvet Peach and Frosted Mint areAllurefavorites.)
“Adding citrus essential oils and aloe vera was such a smart move.”
Its kale, green tea, and spinach extracts offer antioxidant protection as the hydrating formula cleanses without stripping.
Our coffee drinkers (sorry, product testers) found it lightened discoloration after just one use.
For full results, the recommended treatment is twice daily for seven days.
Senior editor Jesa Marie Calaor applies the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 to her face, neck, and body.
Tester Feedback:“This easy-to-use and incredibly effective whitening pen is perfect for travel,” says Herrick.
“I also love a double shot of espresso in the morning.
Mysensitive teethlove the brighter results without the pain.”
We say, sure, but Cocofloss is the actual best.
Tester Feedback:“The packaging is nice and easy to open,” says Fowler.
Tester Feedback:“Thistoothbrushis elite.
But seriously, it completely upleveled my at-home dental care,” says Herrick.
“It provides such a thorough, in-depth clean in those hard-to-reach places.
It also protects against general sensitivity while leaving your mouth minty-clean.
Senior editor Jesa Marie Calaor applies the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 to her face, neck, and body.
“A little goes a long way and my teeth do seem whiter.”
We tested over 7,000 products for 24 weeks on different skin tones and types with various concerns.
To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our completereviews process and methodology page.
Associate features director Dianna Mazzone Singh cleans hands in a pinch with the Touchland Power Mist.
Associate manager of special projects Talia Gutierrez tests the Oral-B iO Series 5 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush.
Associate manager of special projects Talia Gutierrez tests the Oral-B iO Series 5 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush.
Associate beauty director Sarah Kinonen showing her love for the TheraBreath Healthy Gums Oral Rinse.
Associate beauty director Sarah Kinonen showing her love for the TheraBreath Healthy Gums Oral Rinse.
