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“Expensive” has such negative connotations, don’t you think?
Photographed by: Adam Friedlander. Set Designer: Jenna Tedesco.
But just because something is pricey doesn’t mean you should automatically write it off.
And so are you.
This year’s most meritorious splurges include some familiar (read: repeat-winner) names.
Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis massages the Chanel Le Lift Pro Créme Volume into her skin.
(We see you,Dyson, and SK-II.)
Arnica keeps skin calm, whilesqualanesoftens so much that your pillow might thinkit’sresting onyou.
Tester Feedback:“I really love the consistency.
It’s thick but breaks down into this pudding-like lather,” says associate beauty directorSarah Kinonen.
I wake up looking like I just had a facial."
SkinCeuticals H.A.
Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis massages the Chanel Le Lift Pro Créme Volume into her skin.
Intensifier Multi-Glycan
Bluemercury
Skinceuticals
Why It Won:SkinCeuticals H.A.
Intensifier Multi-Glycan doesn’t just includehyaluronic acidon its ingredient list.
Tester Feedback:“This product isserious,” says creative director Amber Venerable.
“It feels substantial but not heavy and gives instant hydration to the skin.”
But we’d suggest giving it a chance to impress you as a moisturizingmakeup primertoo.
Tester Feedback:“Everything about this well-packagedsunscreenfeels expensive,” says associate entertainment director Eugene Shevertalov.
Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis massages the Chanel Le Lift Pro Créme Volume into her skin.
“It goes on light and dries quickly.”
Tester Feedback:“This glided onto my skin like butter,” says Shevertalov.
Its keratin-richboar bristlesuntangle knots, smooth strands, and distribute your scalp oils through its lengths without risking breakage.
Associate entertainment director Eugene Shevertalov applies the La Mer The Deep Purifying Mask to his face.
“This glides right through my 3C/4A curls.”
And no, you will not regret it.
Tester Feedback:“This is my Goldilocks of hairsprays,” says commerce writerJennifer Hussein.
dryer can muster, but that’s just a fraction of GAMA Italy Professional iQ3’s wow factor.
It also has a setting memory, so it can jump right to your favorite temperature and speed.
Tester Feedback:“Thishair-dryeris the definition of small but mighty,” says Herrick.
I have long, thick hair, and the dryer has effectively cut my hair-drying time in half."
Why It Won:It’s about timeclaw clipsgot a dressy upgrade.
It’s so easy to incorporate into any outfit, you may find it becoming your signature accessory.
Associate entertainment director Eugene Shevertalov applies the La Mer The Deep Purifying Mask to his face.
Dyson Airwrap
Why It Won:It’s no surprise that theDyson Airwrapcontinues racking upAllureawards.
“The glossy but not greasy formula hydrates all day.
I like the shade Rose, which provides a perfectly subtle wash of pink.”
Shopping director Shanna Shipin brushes hair with the La Bonne Brosse N.01 The Universal Brush.
“The quality is unmatched, with a magnetic lid and cute little hearts carved into the lipstick itself.
The smoothed look isn’t just an illusion eitherceramides and hyaluronic acid empower this foundation to actually improve skin.
“It’s so easy for a quick fill-injust a few flicks and I’m ready to go.”
Tester Feedback:“Thismascaralooks and feels so luxe,” says senior business director Eilish Morley.
“I love how it makes my lashes look: long and full.”
Rust red, avocado green, midnight blue… ## Best Splurge Body Products
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Tester Feedback:“Such a pretty vessel,” says senior editorJesa Marie Calaor.
“This particular scent smells earthy and fresh, and it’s strong when lit.”
Tester Feedback:“I give this fragrance a 100,000/10,” says Silva.
Commerce editor Sarah Han wears the Jennifer Behr Agatha Jaw Clip in Dusty Rose.
“I received three compliments in the first two hours of wearing this scent.”
Tester Feedback:“My ideal body cream,” says McGrath.
“Its texture is like homemade buttercream frosting, and it has a strong, pretty scent.”
Commerce editor Sarah Han wears the Jennifer Behr Agatha Jaw Clip in Dusty Rose.
It’s been such a nice change to my typical routine.”
U Beauty Resurfacing Body Compound
Why It Won:Skin cell turnover (a.k.a.
We tested over 7,000 products for 24 weeks on different skin and hair types with various concerns.
Talia Gutierrez
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Senior audience development director Lexi Herrick applies the Westman Atelier Lip Suede Matte Lipstick in Bright Tomato.
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