Cosmo’s Holy Grail Beauty Awards

“As soon as you swipe on this bold matte, the pigments lock onto your lips for 10 (!) hours of smooth, smudgeproof wear.” —BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR

“I love everything about this liquid lipstick. The sophisticated applicator, the budgeproof formula (srsly, it lasts through hours of water bottle chugging), and the impressive shade range (the reds are my all-time faves) are all so good.” —ABBEY ADKISON, EXECUTIVE VIDEO PRODUCER

“If I had to choose between these four longish-lasting shades, I would choose…all four. Sorry, but they’re just too fun not to mix and match throughout the day. I keep two in my purse and two at my desk and reapply whenever I need a quick pop of color. —SASCHA DE GERSDORFF, EXECUTIVE EDITOR

“There was zero transfer on my cups, straws, and utensils while wearing this lip stain. It’s perf if you want a quick flash of color on your lips that doesn’t need to be reapplied multiple times a day.” —CHRISTEN A. JOHNSON, LIFESTYLE EDITOR

“Happy to report that this lip liner—which comes in 14 opaque shades—has zero skipping or dryness while drawing it on, and it doesn’t suck the life out of your skin either.” —CHLOE METZGER, DEPUTY BEAUTY DIRECTOR

“I love that this is basically a souped-up lip oil—it is ultra hydrating and gives lips the kind of mirrorlike shine that will get you noticed.” —JULEE WILSON, BEAUTY EDITOR-AT-LARGE

“Not to be dramatic, but this plumper has made me reconsider my yearly lip filler appointment. It uses super-cool technology to deliver hyaluronic acid into your lips to give them extra fullness both immediately and over time.” —BG

“I can’t get over how easily this creamy pencil glides across my lids and lash lines. The level of color payoff you get is also unreal.” —MEKITA RIVAS, EDITOR

“This pen’s marker-style felt tip makes lining my upper lash lines and nailing that sharp cat-eye shape actually doable—plus, it creates an opaque black color in just one swipe.” —BG

“As someone who doesn’t know how to do their brows well, this ultra-fine-tipped pencil always makes me feel like a pro.” —JW

“Sure, this tinted gel gives my brows instant oomph in just a few swipes—but it’s also infused with a conditioning serum that thickens natural brow hairs in eight weeks. That’s the real magic.” —LAUREN BALSAMO, DEPUTY BEAUTY DIRECTOR

“After using RevitaLash Advanced, my lashes looked way more dramatic—even without mascara.” —JAIME MARSANICO, SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

“I wore this on a red-eye flight and through a day of back-to-back meetings without once wiping black from under my eyes. Incredible.” —LB

“Want dense, fluffy, fanned-out lashes? Try this mascara, which not only has some of the coolest packaging I’ve ever seen but also makes my lashes look at least five times thicker than normal after I brush on two coats.” —BG

“This corrector comes in five different shades, but the orange one is a must if you have dark circles. Layered under concealer, it basically works like a magic eraser for shadows.” —VERONICA LOPEZ, SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS EDITOR

“I bow down to this mid-weight concealer. It leaves my under-eyes brighter and smoother and feels like a serum on my skin.” —CM

“There’s nothing worse than bronzer that looks like bronzer, which is exactly why I love this for adding natural-looking warmth to my skin. It’s all about the ‘did she or didn’t she just get back from the Caribbean’ glow for me.” —LB

“Two is always better than one. You’ve got a velvety powder hue and a vivid cream hue in one dope compact with this stellar blush.” —JW

“No cream or powder contour can give you sculpted cheekbones quite like this liquid formula from Tarte can, and I’m willing to die on this hill. It’s super blendable, long-lasting, and incredibly easy to apply.” —SIENA GAGLIANO, ASSOCIATE EDITOR

“I lightly dust this shimmery highlighter across my cheekbones and nose for a glowy sheen or tap it onto the highest points of my face with my finger for a legit blinding shine.” —BG

“The most un-powdery powder ever! It feels SO light on my skin and layers seamlessly with my bronzer, blush, and other makeup.” —MADDIE HIATT, SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR

“This is just one of those products that’s begging to go viral. It creates the absolute smoothest canvas for makeup, so you can get that ultra-glassy airbrushed finish from your foundation.” —MADELEINE FRANK REEVES, DEPUTY EDITOR

“The OG version is just a *tad* too dewy for my oily skin, but this new one with a matte finish is perfection.” —LB

“The best part about these complexion-perfecting drops is that they are super lightweight and buildable—which means quick application and I look like my best self.” —JW

“You can equate this foundation with the viral ‘cloud makeup’ trend. It covers all my acne and dark spots, doesn’t cling to rough texture spots, and lasts for 16-plus hours—legit my fave foundation of the year.” —BG

“This full-coverage foundation leaves my dry skin with the dewy, gloss-like finish that’s usually reserved only for Facetuned influencers and post-facial celebs.” —CM

“TY, Morphe, for this gift to my face. Each palette (there are five shades total) is filled with a brightener, a contour, two bronzers, two blushes, and two highlighters designed with individual skin tones in mind.” —CM

“A few spritzes give my makeup a natural glow and soften any uneven texture thanks to hydrating glycerin. I even like to mist it on midday to soothe my skin with niacinamide.” —BG

“It’s a cult favorite for a reason: As you dust it on, hyaluronic acid spheres in the powder break open to hydrate skin while silica helps mattifying makeup.” —CM

“Skip the messiest part of wearing falsies—the glue—with these pre-bonded clusters that seamlessly stick to the underside of your lashes.” —JW

“EltaMD’s line of SPFs—including this new zinc-based version—is the GOAT for protection sans breakouts, irritation, or white cast.” —LB

“This completely clear, smoothing SPF is essentially a primer-sunscreen hybrid. So unlike all the ultra-glowy SPFs out there, this cuts down on my shine while protecting my skin.” —BG

“Thanks to honey and ceramides, this isn’t one of those clay masks that sucks the gunk from your pores *and* all the moisture from your face.” —LB

“This is hands down the best face-washing experience. The oil-to-milk formula is so thick and creamy—I have super-dry skin, so this was perfect for every day without overdrying.” —MALLORY ROYNON, CREATIVE DIRECTOR

“Just a few gentle swipes easily remove black eyeliner and mascara (even the waterproof kind) without stinging or irritating my sensitive eyes.” —JM

“My acne-prone skin is picky about cleansers—can’t be too moisturizing or too drying either. Which is why I love this Goldilocks one, which has a rich, foamy lather without leaving my skin tight and squeaky.” —BG

“Finally, a cream cleanser that is delicate but still gets the job done. The brightening and balancing antioxidants are the stars of the show.” —JW

“This is technically a gel, which I love because it feels like nothing on your skin but plumps and smooths like no other. Plus, it layers great with other skincare and makeup.” —LB

“Did you see me out way too late last night, sucking down one too many martinis? No, you didn’t…at least, that’s my story, and this serum that gave me nine-hours-of-beauty-sleep eyes and I are sticking to it.” —ROSA HEYMAN, EXECUTIVE DIGITAL EDITOR

“These felt amazing on (especially after keeping them in the fridge), and they also didn’t slide around, which is always my biggest pain point when using eye patches.” —HANNAH CHUBB, ASSOCIATE LIFESTYLE EDITOR

“Part eye treatment, part concealer, this lightly tinted cream instantly wakes up your eyes and makes your whole face look brighter.” —TAMARA FUENTES, ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

“I’ve been burned (quite literally) by harsh acne products in the past, but I love how this gentle lotion cleared up my whiteheads and blackheads without drying out my skin.” —LAYNIE ROUCH, FASHION ASSISTANT

“These lil patches are literally the easy way to deal with breakouts. They’re basically invisible when they go on, and they turn white when they’re done working their magic. Easy-peasy!” —MH

“I’m normally not a fan of face scrubs, but this is the exception. It removes dead skin cells and dislodges all the gunk in my pores but is still super gentle thanks to perfectly round exfoliating beads that won’t scrape or tear skin.” —LB

“The closest thing to an IRL treatment with celeb facialist Shani Darden? This two-step peel. Every time I use it, my skin looks brighter and more even and my pores are tighter and less clogged too.” —LB

“Sign me up for any skin cream that makes me feel like a Rich Bitch. The consistency of this velvety cream is thick in the very best way, and I always wake up feeling extra glowy the morning after application.” —RS

“This is one of the few moisturizers I’ve tried that keep my oily, acne-prone skin hydrated without clogging my pores or making my skin bumpy. The formula is simple and straightforward and pairs perfectly with my more active serums and treatments.” —LB

“Yum, yum yum—this cream is legit packed with the fatty ceramides that your skin barrier relies on to stay strong, plump, and hydrated. If I could bathe in this stuff, I would.” —CM

“This cream is sooo rich. I spread it evenly across my skin at night, and it leaves my face feeling ultra-smooth and plump—plus it really helps reduce the looks of fine lines and wrinkles with continued use.” —BG

“I love the light exfoliation I get with this toner (shout-out to mandelic and lactic acids), but I also don’t feel like it’s too tight or dry afterward, thanks to the formula’s barrier-boosting urea and ceramides.” —BG

“The science behind this essence (it feels like an ultra-lightweight serum) is seriously impressive. The formula features Fibroquin, Revela’s proprietary collagen-boosting molecule that firms and lifts skin without causing any irritation (ahem, retinol).” —LB

“My dry face drinks this stuff right up. It’s fragrance-free, whichI love, and loaded with hyaluronic acid to instantly hydrate skin and keep it that way for hours.” —ABBEY ADKISON, VIDEO EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

“My acne and acne scars have responded, like, shockingly well to the combo of brightening azelaic acid and clarifying salicylic acid in this lotion. After a month of use, they’re pretty much nonexistent.” —LB

“As the queen of splotchy skin, I lowkey threatened my partner when I discovered he had been using this golden nectar. It’s the only thing that has actually made a tiny bit of difference in my redness, and I now guard it with my life.” —CM

“I’m using this serum in tandem with tretinoin and it totally balances the drying effects, leaving my skin plump, dewy, and hydrated. Even my aesthetician commented on how good my skin looked at my last facial. High praise!” —KATIE BUCKLEITNER, DIGITAL ART DIRECTOR

“A great alternative to Rx retinoids, it has visibly smoothed my fine lines and brightened my skin without causing any flaking or redness.” —MR

“This has been such a great addition to my skincare routine. Whenever I use it at night, my skin looks calmer and clearer when I wake up in the morning.” —BETHANY RENNARD, JUNIOR DESIGNER

“This is an amazing product. I’ve been using it as a spot treatment on acne scars and sun spots, and I saw a decrease in excess pigment within 10 days of consistent use.” —EMILY ADAR, SENIOR VISUAL EDITOR

“Short of dipping your body in a bowl of warm, soothing oatmeal—*dreams*—this 2 percent colloidal oatmeal cream is the next best thing for calming and moisturizing itchy, irritated skin.” —CM

“Niacinamide is one of the buzziest antioxidants rn, and this hardworking serum packs a 10 percent punch. I use it in the morning under sunscreen to brighten up my tone and protect my skin from environmental damage.” —LB

“You can mix this with oil for a sheer glow or layer it with highlighter for a seriously shiny effect. I used it for a recent photo shoot and my skin was next-level luminous.” —TARAH-LYNN SAINT-ELIEN, FASHION EDITOR