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1/53Makeup
LIPGLOSS
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L'Oréal Paris Infallible Never Fail Lipgloss in Sangria. The sophisticated berry lasts for hours.
2/53Makeup
LIPSTICK
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Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Love That Red. A true red that's neither too blue nor too orange.
3/53Makeup
LIPSTICK
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M.A.C. Lipstick in "O." This copper shade has earthy undertones to warm the skin.
4/53Makeup
LIPGLOSS
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M.A.C. Tinted Lipglass in Oh Baby. Oh, yeah—this sheer bronze looks effortlessly sexy.
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5/53Makeup
BLUSH
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CoverGirl Cheekers Blush in Brick Rose. This pink looks soft on fair skin and adds depth to the cheeks on dark skin.
6/53Makeup
EYE SHADOW
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS:
M.A.C. Eye Shadow in Shroom. A glowing mix of gold, peach, pink, and cream tones.
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7/53Makeup
BLUSH
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS:
Nars Blush in Orgasm. Somewhere between pink and peach, it flatters all skin tones.
8/53Makeup
EYE SHADOW
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L'Oréal Paris HIP Studio Secrets Professional Metallic Shadow Duo in Platinum. Shimmery black and pewter powders create sultry smoky eyes.
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9/53Makeup
EYELINER
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Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner in Black. This waterproof eyeliner won't fade for nearly 16 hours. Really.
10/53Makeup
EYELINER
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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M.A.C. Fluidline Eye-Liner Gel in Blacktrack. The deep, rich gel lends itself to flips and wings.
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11/53Makeup
MASCARA
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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Dior Diorshow Buildable Volume Mascara in Black. As dramatic as fake lashes, without the hassle.
12/53Makeup
MASCARA
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Maybelline New York Great Lash Mascara in Very Black. The soft bristles and creamy formula keep this a classic.
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13/53Makeup
CONCEALER
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Maybelline New York Cover Stick Concealer. All you need is a tiny dab to mask blotches and blemishes.
14/53Makeup
CONCEALER
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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Bare Escentuals BareMinerals Multi-Tasking Concealer. This powder provides serious coverage without the risk of caking.
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15/53Makeup
FOUNDATION
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Bare Escentuals BareMinerals Original SPF 15 Foundation. Beautifully evens the skin—and won't wear off or settle into lines.
16/53Makeup
FOUNDATION
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L'Oréal Paris True Match Super-Blendable Makeup SPF 17. The high-tech formula will adjust to match your skin tone.
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17/53Skin
FACIAL CLEANSER
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Neutrogena Wave Original Vibrating Power-Cleanser. This vibrating gizmo blasts away dead cells on the skin's surface.
18/53Skin
FACIAL CLEANSER
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser. One foamy swoop removes makeup, dissolves dirt, and leaves skin feeling softer.
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19/53Skin
FACIAL SCRUB
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St. Ives Fresh Skin Invigorating Apricot Scrub. Its natural exfoliants are right for any skin type (it works on the body, too).
20/53Skin
FACIAL SCRUB
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS:
Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula. This cleansing scrub is gentle enough for everyday use.
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21/53Skin
FACIAL MOISTURIZER
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Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream. This rich cream plumps the skin with a hefty dose of peptides and helps it retain moisture with hyaluronic acid.
22/53Skin
FACIAL MOISTURIZER
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS:
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion. This best-seller is lightweight and not greasy but excellent for parched skin.
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23/53Skin
ANTI-AGING PRODUCTS
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SPAS, SALONS:
Avon Anew Clinical Eye Lift. With a gel to firm sagging eyelid skin and a cream to diminish undereye puffiness and circles.
24/53Skin
ANTI-AGING PRODUCTS
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Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum. The same amino acids used to facilitate wound healing smooth fine lines and crow's-feet.
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25/53Skin
EYE CREAM
DRUGSTORES,
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Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum. Vitamins, souped-up moisturizers, and good old-fashioned cucumber extract soothe, depuff, and tighten.
26/53Skin
EYE CREAM
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS:
Clinique All About Eyes. Firms, hydrates, and protects the skin—while light diffusers hide what it can't heal.
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27/53Hair
SHAMPOO
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Pantene Pro-V Moisture Renewal Shampoo. Its softening and hydrating properties appeal to all hair types.
28/53Hair
SHAMPOO
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Redken All Soft Shampoo. The natural oils nurse damaged strands back to health.
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29/53Hair
CONDITIONER
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Pantene Pro-V Moisture Renewal Conditioner. Soothes fried hair as well as a thick mask and hot towel.
30/53Hair
CONDITIONER
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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Redken All Soft Conditioner. Soothes fried hair as well as a thick mask and hot towel.
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31/53Hair
VOLUMIZER
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John Frieda Collection Luxurious Volume Lavish Lift Root Booster. Squirt it on the roots before blow-drying to raise, fatten, and condition hair.
32/53Hair
VOLUMIZER
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS (TIE):
Aveda Volumizing Tonic. With wheat amino acid and kelp, it's as much a treatment as a styling product.
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33/53Hair
VOLUMIZER
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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Bumble and Bumble Thickening Hairspray. Adds heft; works like mild hair spray, with no mall-rat crunchiness.
34/53Hair
DEFRIZZER
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John Frieda Collection Frizz-Ease Hair Serum Original Formula. One of the first smoothing serums battles fuzz and adds reflecting-pool glossiness.
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35/53Hair
DEFRIZZER
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Fekkai Glossing Cream. A dime-size dollop produces the silky texture of a blowout.
36/53Hair
HOME HAIR COLOR
L'Oréal Paris Féria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Colour. The antidote to mousy, ashy, or brassy color.
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37/53Body
BODY SCRUB
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Neutrogena Body Clear Body Scrub. A wallop of salicylic acid fights clogged pores and blemishes on your body.
38/53Body
BODY SCRUB
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SPAS, SALONS:
Bath & Body Works True Blue Spa Salt Scrub. Sea salt buffs; glycerin and algae extract prevent irritation.
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39/53Body
BODY LOTION
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Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion. The oatmeal blend is so soothing, it's helpful for even the driest skin.
40/53Body
BODY LOTION
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Bath & Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Body Lotion. Asian pear, Kyoto rose, and cedarwood leave a sweet scent.
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41/53Body
SELF-TANNER
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Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer. Builds color gradually—with no streaks or tanned palms.
42/53Body
SELF-TANNER
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Clarins Liquid Bronze Self Tanning For Face and Décolleté. Dries quickly, giving skin an island glow.
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43/53Nails
PALE NAIL POLISH
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Sally Hansen Maximum Growth Plus Nourishing Nail Color in Honor. Faint shimmer amps up the coppery rose color; vitamins strengthen the nails.
44/53Nails
PALE NAIL POLISH
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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OPI Nail Lacquer in Bubble Bath. What looks basic in the bottle transforms into a sleek, sheer pink.
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45/53Nails
PALE NAIL POLISH
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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Essie nail polish in Mademoiselle. The most classic grown-up pink.
46/53Nails
BRIGHT NAIL POLISH
DRUGSTORES,
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Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear Nail Color in Fuchsia Power. A tropical shade that's ideal for the beach—or at least your sexiest new sandals.
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47/53Nails
BRIGHT NAIL POLISH
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS:
OPI Nail Lacquer in That's Hot! Pink. So bright and juicy, especially on dark skin.
48/53Fragrance
CLASSIC FRAGRANCE
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__ Love's Baby Soft.__ Making women smell as sweet as baby powder for 35 years.
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49/53Fragrance
CLASSIC FRAGRANCE
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
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Chanel No. 5 Eau de Toilette. It withstands the test of time—and finicky fragrance trends.
50/53Fragrance
NEW FRAGRANCE (TIE)
Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Eau de Parfum Spray. A delicious mix of mandarin orange, wild berries, and honeysuckle.
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51/53Fragrance
NEW FRAGRANCE (TIE)
Gwen Stefani Harajuku Lovers Fragrances. Five edgy scents modeled after Stefani's Harajuku dancers and the singer herself.
52/53Fragrance
MEN'S FRAGRANCE
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AXE Deodorant Bodyspray in Instinct. The Marlboro Man of fragrances, minus any negative side effects: It's loaded with notes of raw leather.
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53/53Fragrance
MEN'S FRAGRANCE
DEPARTMENT STORES, SPECIALTY STORES,
SPAS, SALONS:
Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò for Men Eau de Toilette. Crisp, clean, and summery, thanks to bright notes of green tangerine and rosemary.
