Best Of The Best

Wondering what the pros use most? Our Best of the Best database ranks the cosmetics and skin-care products artists use again and again in the Beauty Breakdowns. Click each category to find out which foundations, mascaras, blushes, lipsticks and more are the experts’ go-to products.

Crème de la Mer #1 Skin Care - Crème de la Mer
As its name implies, Crème de la Mer originated from the ocean. Sea kelp is one of the potent ingredients in the Miracle Broth™—a formula that was created my Dr. Max Huber after a lab accident left him with scars.

Today, people the world over use this moisturizer to sooth the face and neck. The product promises to smooth out aging lines, decrease pores, eliminate dryness, and give skin a smooth, firm look. 

*Price is for a 1 oz. size.
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Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation #1 Foundation - Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation

Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation is a layerable, highly pigmented formula to be used only where needed & allows the user to determine the amount of coverage.

  • Complete range of yellow-based foundations created to accommodate most women & help them achieve the most natural, "no makeup" look
  • Apply very sheerly or layer for more coverage
  • Never looks cakey or heavy because of the lightweight formula
  • Extremely long-wearing, stays colour true, & wears evenly
  • Vitamins A, C & E act as antioxidants to protect the skin from harmful effects in the environment
  • Oil-free, yet non-drying
  • Ideal for all skin types
  • 1 oz./29ml
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Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat #1 Concealer - Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat
A creamy concealer in a wand that highlights and brightens the complexion. Most make-up artists apply this magic wand under the eyes, along sides of  the nose, and around the mouth.
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T. LeClerc Loose Powder #1 Powder - T. LeClerc Loose Powder
A must for instantly gorgeous skin! T. LeClerc's famously illuminating loose powder provides a veil of softness and color in a gorgeous array of 22 shades for every skin tone.


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Stila Sun Bronzer #1 Bronzer - Stila Sun Bronzer
From the manufacturer:

Capture the radiant glow of the sun without ever catching a ray. Dust this light shimmering formula on the nose, cheeks, forehead, even the décolleté whenever you want to feel like you've been blessed by the sun.
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M.A.C. Powder Blush #1 Blush - M.A.C. Powder Blush
This popular and versatile blush comes in 40+ colors and five different finishes.
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M.A.C. Eye Shadow #1 Eye Shadow - M.A.C. Eye Shadow
These smooth and easy to blend shadows are a favorite among professionals—especially for the large color selection. The M.A.C. Eye Shadow comes in nine different finishes.
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M.A.C. Pro Crème Liner #1 Eye Liner - M.A.C. Pro Crème Liner
From the manufacturer: 
Creme Liner is an advanced version of traditional creme liner, which can be used wet or dry. It can be applied straight from the container for a concentrated opaque line, or with a tiny bit of water for a more liquid/fluid application. It dries quickly, is streak-resistant, and long-lasting. Not made with harsh solvents or lacquers like some, this formula contains Vitamin E. It provides the most versatility for the artist. 
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M.A.C. Eye Shadow #1 Brows - M.A.C. Eye Shadow
These smooth and easy to blend shadows are a favorite among professionals—especially for the large color selection. The M.A.C. Eye Shadow comes in nine different finishes.
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Max Factor 2000 Calorie Straight Brush Mascara #1 Mascara - Max Factor 2000 Calorie Straight Brush Mascara
Fatten up lashes with 2000 Calorie for a dramatic, lush effect that washes off easily.
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Shu Uemura False Eyelashes #1 False Lashes - Shu Uemura False Eyelashes
From the manufacturer: 

False eyelashes that are fine, lone, and elegant in style. 


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M.A.C. Lip Pencil #1 Lips - M.A.C. Lip Pencil
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A pencil designed for shaping, lining or filling in the lip. Lip Pencils have a smooth, creamy texture that is perfect for lining the lips or filling them in. They are long-lasting and available in a wide selection of colours that each work well with many different lipstick shades. The colour of Lip Pencils is protected by Vitamin E, which acts as an anti-oxidant, and they contain emollients that moisturize the lips. Lip Pencils can be worn alone, with Lipstick, or Lipglass.
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M.A.C. Eye Shadow #1 Highlights / Countour - M.A.C. Eye Shadow
These smooth and easy to blend shadows are a favorite among professionals—especially for the large color selection. The M.A.C. Eye Shadow comes in nine different finishes.
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