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Elle India|December 2023
For the 12th edition of ELLE International Beauty Awards, over 40 beauty editors from all over the world tested thousands of products and cast their votes to decide on 19 big winners across six beauty categories
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MAKE-UP

MASCARA L'ORÉAL PARIS TELESCOPIC LIFT BLACK

I've long believed that drugstore masCara is just as good as luxury mascara, and this one is just further proof." - Kathleen Hou, Beauty Editor, United States

LIP COLOUR CHARLOTTE TILBURY PILLOW TALK ORIGINAL

"It's a staple for every vanity, it suits all skin tones, and this cult-followed lipstick comes in three perfect nude shades, for any occasion and time of the day." - Sukriti Shahi, Beauty & Health Editor, India

FOUNDATION YVES SAINT LAURENT ALL HOURS FOUNDATION

"Glow? Check. Longwear? Check. Coverage? Check. Everything you want in a base, right here." - Katy Young, Beauty Director, United Kingdom

FACE

CLEANSER M.A.C HYPER REAL FRESH CANVAS CLEANSING OIL

"No mission is too hard for this cleansing oil: waterproof mascara, a heavy base or glittery eyeshadow are gone in a flash. The gentle and soothing formula makes your skin feel hydrated, clean, and soft. And a little goes a long way!" - Veronica Henriksson, Beauty Editor, Sweden

MASK & SCRUB AUGUSTINUS BADER THE FACE CREAM MASK

"I will use this forever and ever... and ever. My absolute favourite product for when my skin is parched." -Charlotte Sørvald, Beauty Editor, Norway

DAY CARE LANCOME RENERGIE H.P.N. 300 PEPTIDE CREAM

"This cream glides onto skin to instantly plump and smooth as it speeds up firming and reduces the look of pigmentation. It gets bonus points for its reusable jar, which is made with 30% recycled glass." - Sally Hunwick, Beauty Director, Australia

YOUTH CARE CLARINS PRECIOUS LE SERUM

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