Since 1996, Allure magazine has established itself as the ultimate authority for beauty enthusiasts, unveiling its highly coveted ‘Best of Beauty’ products each year. For 29 years, this iconic magazine has proudly bestowed its renowned seal of approval, setting the standard for excellence in the beauty industry. The Allure beauty team devotes months to diligently evaluating outstanding products across 14 categories, ranging from skincare and makeup to haircare and innovative fragrances. In 2024, Allure editors tested over 10,000 products, unwavering in their commitment to uncovering the best options that deliver on their promises. According to the Allure Editors team, the selection process is rigorous: “We test and test (and test) and consult a panel of expert judges—including top makeup and nail artists, hairstylists, cosmetic chemists, and dermatologists—in pursuit of the best of the best.”
Ultimately, Allure’s top beauty editors narrowed their favorites to 357 standout products, proudly presenting the Best of Beauty Awards for 2024. This year’s winners exemplify beauty excellence, making them the essential additions to every enthusiast’s beauty collection.
Here are some of The Anchor staffers’ favorites from the 2024 Best of Beauty Awards:
Best of Beauty Category: Lips – Best Lip Stain
Product: Peripera Ink The Velvet Lip Tint
One of the standout makeup trends of 2024 is the rise of lip stains, celebrated for their long-lasting pigment with no reapplication needed. However, not all formulas are created equal. Among the best is a standout option from the Korean brand, Peripera. Featuring a pointed applicator, this lip stain enables precise filling and lining for flawless coverage. According to the brand, the formula delivers a silky velvet finish that never settles into lip lines, ensuring your lips look perfect all day long. Available in dozens of colors at an affordable price.
Best of Beauty Category: Base – Facial Self Tanner
Product: St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist
The Purity Face Tan Mist offers a gentle touch on your skin, seamlessly blending skincare and self-tanning for a natural, sun-kissed complexion. With just one application of this lightweight, tropically scented mist, you can achieve a natural-looking golden tan that lasts for days. Infused with 100% natural tanning agents, hibiscus extract for its antioxidant properties, and refreshing green mandarin water, this clean and clear facial mist delivers an instant boost of hydration while providing an uplifting tropical fragrance without the self-tan scent. Experience the simplest way to achieve a radiant glow and a delightful sensory experience all year round!
Best of Beauty Category: Clean – Best Clean Makeup
Product: Tower 28 SunnyDays Tinted SPF 30
Discover the ultimate two-in-one foundation that offers a natural finish while providing 100% mineral SPF 30 protection. With light to medium buildable coverage and no pore-clogging ingredients, this formula is perfect for problem-prone or sensitive skin. This lightweight tinted SPF not only evens out redness but also safeguards against sun damage and blue light, soothing UV-stressed skin while allowing your natural beauty including those lovely freckles to shine through. Fragrance-free, alcohol-free, nongreasy, and designed to avoid white cast and oxidation, it’s the ideal companion for every sunny day. Available in 17 flexible shades named after hangouts in Los Angeles.