If you're anything like me, navigating the world of skincare and makeup can be a total maze. I mean, who hasn't wasted precious time and money on products that turned out to be major duds? It's like a never-ending struggle to find the hidden gems.
Now, we don’t need to scratch our heads trying to decide which foundation coverage or mascara wand is best. Mecca has just released the winners of this year's Beauty Election, voted by New Zealand and Australia's all things makeup and skincare lovers, and oh my gawd, I can get behind some of these!
So from foundation to fragrance, here are the hot picks for 2023!
SOURCE: Mecca NZ
MAKEUP
Best Complexion: NARS Sheer Glow Foundation
Best Mascara: ILIA Limitless Lash Mascara
Best Concealer: Kosas Revealer Concealer
Best Lips: Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution
Best Blush: NARS Blush
Best Eyes: Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette
Best Brows: MECCA Max Brow Guru Clear Control Gel
SKINCARE
Best Oil/Serum: Glow Recipe Watermelon Dew Drops
Best Eye Care: Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream
Best Moisturiser: Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream
Best Cleanser: Tatcha The Rice Wash
Best SPF: MECCA COSMETICA To Save Body SPF50+ Hydrating Sunscreen
FRAGRANCE, HAIR & BODY
Best Body: Sol de Janeiro Beija Flor Elasti-Cream
Best Hair: Briogeo Scalp Revival Stimulating Therapy Massager
Best Personal Fragrance: Le Labo AnOther 13 EDP
Best Home Fragrance: Maison Margiela Lazy Sunday Morning Candle
NEW CATEGORIES
Best Kept Secret: Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Peel Daily
Best Newcomer: NARS Light Reflecting Foundation
Best Self-Care: Kiehl’s Crème de Corps Moisturiser
So there you have it, my friends, the crème de la crème of beauty to add to your already overflowing makeup bag. Maybe now we can finally ditch that lipstick we’ve had since we were 16, and start a new must-have collection.
