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The2024 Allure Best of Beauty Awardwinners are here.
Photographed by:Heather Hazzan;Fashion stylist:Christine Nicholson;Hair:Junya Nakashima;Makeup:Raisa Flowers;Manicure:Sonya Meesh;Production:Jean Jarvis/Area 1202;Models:Tess McMillan; Angeer Amol; Beri Smither;Location:NY Beach Club
Check out whichhair-careproducts made the cut, as well as the honorees in other categories likeskinandtools.
Biologically speaking, hair has evolved to protect us, to keep us warm.
But over a few thousand years, it has become so much more.
It’s identity; it’s confidence.
And atAllure,it connects us to you.
After you’re done, check out therest of the winnersof the year’s most prestigious beauty awards.
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Ourfine-haired testersmassaged it straight into the scalp post-shampoo and were very impressed with the all-day height.
Best Dry Shampoo
Olaplex No.
4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo
Olaplex
Why it won:A blast ofOlaplex No.
4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoobuilds impressive height without a trace of white.
ButSexyHair Texture Beach’n Sprayprovides instant texture with zero commitment.
Rich in amino acids and antioxidants, it glazes over flyaways and protects against environmental stressors.
ButBondiBoost Volume + Texture Styling Creamdelivers the best of both worlds, producingairy blowoutswith a polished feel.
EnterHours Full-Time Plumping Mousse.
The airy whip dissolves on contact and gives your style incredible staying power.
Bonus: The floral scent leaves a trail so enticing, we could follow it in the dark.
The twist-up stick is a cinch to apply and the nongreasy texture coaxes baby hairs into place.
The creamy duo smooths down cuticles and reforms split ends withsqualane the very lipid that routine abuse strips away.
It might sound intense, but the airy foam is just as undetectable as the scent.
“It’s a godsend when my scalp is at its itchiest,” says commerce writer Jennifer Hussein.
The only thing this kit doesn’t do is massage your scalp during the rinse.
And your playful side.
And your has-to-be-at-the-office-at-9 a.m. side.