The DeLush Awards: Face

Thanks to everyone who voted in this year's DeLush Readers' Choice awards! You've helped make this year's DeLush Beauty awards a smashing success. Today's the last day of winners, but we've saved the best for last! Need some ideas for a new foundation, powder, blush or concealer? Read on.








FOUNDATION


Melissa's Pick: Kevyn Aucoin Beauty Sensual Skin Enhancer


I am normally hesitant to recommend such high-priced products, but this stuff has truly changed my life. Sure, it does take a few times to practice the application and perfect it for the look you want, but once you do...OH. MY. If I didn't have this as part of my morning routine, I don't know what I'd do. I apply with my fingertips (you literally only need a TINY amount) and spread it evenly, sort of patting it and smoothing at the same time. (It really doesn't take as long as it sounds! I'd say about 1 1/2 minutes - honestly!) I never need a touchup throughout the day, it practically MELTS into your skin after about 5 minutes (creating a fabulous seamless perfection), and can I tell you the best part? I NEVER HAVE TO USE CONCEALER ANYMORE. This covers my undereye darkness fabulously. I think the little pot will last me about a year, so if you think of it that way, the investment is well worth it.


Retail Price: $42.00 (at neimanmarcus.com)




Jen's Pick: Chanel Teint Fluide Universel


Whenever I want to look like I have a flawless complexion, this is the foundation I turn to. It's long lasting and so natural looking it just disappears into my skin.


Retail Price: $42.00 (Chanel.com or major department stores)





DeLush Readers' Choice: Bibo Wet/Dry Foundation


Go to bibocosmetics.com for salon locations and pricing information, or call 800.456.9322





POWDER


Melissa's Pick: Bibo Apparition Illuminating Face Powder


This superfine powder has a fabulous texture that goes on incredibly smooth and looks flawless. I love being able to swipe my brush over the lighter shade for highlighting and swirling it around the rest of the compact to add a glow. It really does give you a radiant, polished look.


Retail Price: $25.00 (Available in salons and some Beauty Brands stores. Go to bibocosmetics.com for locations.)




Jen's Pick:Hard Candy Complexion Perfection Powder


Hard Candy's powder evens out my skin tone, even when I'm just wearing moisturizer underneath. When I put it on, it blends effortlessly into my skin, without leaving powder traces everywhere. And the thin compact fits in even my tiniest purses!


Retail Price:$15.00 (Hard Candy)





The DeLush Readers' Choice Award: Bare Escentuals Bare Minerals


Retail Price: $19.00 (at sephora.com)





CONCEALER

Jen's Pick:Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer Kit


Together with Bobbi Brown's corrector, this concealer has really changed my life. Even when I used concealer in the past, my dark circles managed to show. Now, my under-eyes are bright and natural all day long.


Retail Price:$32.00 (BobbiBrownCosmetics.com or select department stores)





The DeLush Readers' Choice Award: Bibo Concealer


Available in salons and some Beauty Brands stores. Go to bibocosmetics.com for locations.





BLUSH


Melissa's Pick: Tarte Blush


Looks pretty bright, right? Well, don't let that scare you. This blush gives a sheer pretty glow that looks good on almost everyone. It will brighten your face up instantly!


Retail Price: $26.00 (at sephora.com)




Jen's Pick:Nars Blush


This is a classic addition to anyone's makeup wardrobe. The colors are vibrant, but they look natural on any skin tone. Easy to blend, easy to layer.


Retail Price:$25.00 (narscosmetics.com or Sephora)





The DeLush Readers' Choice Award: Nars Blush in Orgasm


Retail Price: $25.00 (narscosmetics.com or Sephora)


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