Cosmopolitan’s 2024 Holy Grail Magnificence Awards: Pores and skin, Make-up, Hair

“This tinted moisturizer gives my skin that plump, juicy look that I crave, thanks to a combo of hyaluronic acid, squalane, and meadowfoam oil. And the tint is just right—sheer and blendable but still opaque enough to provide some meaningful coverage.” —LAUREN BALSAMO, DEPUTY BEAUTY DIRECTOR

“This is basically high-end skincare in a selection of 29 stunning hues plus SPF 20 broad-spectrum protection with a glowy finish. I’ve been using it for the past three months and my skin looks great—even when I’m not wearing it.” —JULEE WILSON, BEAUTY EDITOR-AT-LARGE

“This is the silkiest matte foundation I’ve tried in a while. It is lightweight but still gives gorgeous coverage without looking too dusty or drying out my skin.” —CHRISTEN A. JOHNSON, LIFESTYLE EDITOR

“What do you get when you mix a moisturizing serum with MAC-level coverage? This dreamy foundation formula, obvs. It’s loaded with hyaluronic acid and jojoba oil to give my skin a pretty glow, but it’s got a buildable medium coverage that blurs my acne and pores for 10+ hours.” —BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR

“This perfecting powder has become my new secret weapon. Whether I just need a little touch-up or I’m looking for something to give me a fresh, clean look, the powder is the perfect tool for it all. Not only did it hide my acne scars, but it also made my skin so smooth and clean. A new must-have in any makeup lover’s bag and also perfect for newbies who are looking for an easy way to get into makeup.” —TAMARA FUENTES, ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

“Behold: The ultimate do-it-all concealer. This lightweight, semi-matte formula seamlessly hides dark circles, stubborn discoloration, and monster zits…and keeps them hidden for up to 16 hours because the formula is waterproof and transfer-proof.”
—LB

“This blended out perfectly for coverage that made me feel like I just looked awake, not like I was wearing makeup. I even sported it to an early-a.m. workout class, for that exact reason.”
—MADELEINE FRANK REEVES, DEPUTY EDITOR

“The struggle is real when it comes to my dark circles. Every concealer tends to make my under-eye area look dry and dull, but I truly saw a difference when I added this color corrector. Who knew color theory could make such a difference!?”
—JOANNA MARQUINA, SOCIAL MEDIA AND GROWTH EDITOR

“Pores, where? TBH, I didn’t know it was possible for primers to check so many boxes. But this one does what it says: blurring my skin and providing a smooth canvas for makeup without making me look dry. Velvety vibes, for sure.” —TARAH-LYNN SAINT-ELIEN, FASHION EDITOR

“I was worried about this one making my combination skin look too shiny, but luckily, my fears were unfounded! Instead, it gave me a bright, dewy glow that went on smooth, stayed put all day, and gave me the sliiightest hint of shimmer (thanks to pearlescent mica).” —CORINNE SULLIVAN, EDITOR

“My sensitive skin has had bad reactions to setting sprays in the past (think: stickiness, itchiness, and even hives), but this one was so fine that after 10 minutes, I forgot I’d put it on—except for when the mirror confirmed that my makeup was still in place.”
—ERIKA W. SMITH, SENIOR ASTROLOGY EDITOR

“This has easily become my everyday powder! I don’t have to reapply it throughout the day, and it keeps my shine away without looking cakey. It’s easy to store in your bag and mess-free for all of us who rush to get ready in the morning (@ me, lol).”
—JM

“My hot take is that I prefer powder bronzer over cream/liquid one. HOWEVER, this Glossier cloud paint has made me a convert! It applies so seamlessly, is beginner-friendly, and doesn’t leave a muddied look at all. Instead, it gives just came back from a gorgeous tropical vacay sunkissed vibe. I found the best way to apply this is to dab it on your fingers and blend by very lightly tapping in a beauty blender.” —DAISY MALDONADO, ASSOCIATE SHOPPING EDITOR

“Consider this product a 3-in-1: It works for cheeks, lips, and eyes, *and* delivers SPF protection. That’s a lot of bang for your buck! It is also super easy to apply and gives you that natural rosy-cheeked glow, which is ideal for people who want that no-makeup makeup look (like moi!).” —ROSA HEYMAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CONTENT & BRAND STRATEGY

“These powder blushes come in three different finishes (matte, pearl, nuancer), but even the mattes give an airbrushed, luminous look. What I love most is how blendable they are. I always over-apply blush, but that was never a problem with these. No matter how much I applied, I could always blend it out into a nice wash of color.” —OLIVIA TRUFFAUT-WONG, EDITOR

“The Pixi On-the-Glow SuperGlow is not just another makeup product that sits on my skin all day—its gentle ingredients like aloe vera and fruit extracts work double time to keep my skin moisturized. The shimmer that it leaves on my skin is natural and not overwhelming. In my testing, I used it as a last step of my eye makeup for an extra bit of glow. It’s also great for bringing a bit of life to my skin on no-makeup days.” —MIA LARDIERE, EMERGING PLATFORMS DIRECTOR

“I’m a sucker for a blush and bronzer duo. They’re great for traveling, super convenient, and usually a cream formula which blends the best, IMO. Stila did not disappoint; I found that the formula was incredibly blendable, and it gave me the prettiest skin-like finish—not too dewy, but not too matte either.” —SIENA GAGLIANO, ASSOCIATE EDITOR

“Thick, long lashes that withstand a sweaty workout class and bawling my eyes out to The Iron Claw? Yup, it happened. This has become my new go-to mascara when I need a formula that lasts through the elements.” —BG