Insiders’ Choice

Cosmetics magazine is a trade publication beauty insiders rely on for news on the next great makeup launches across Canada. Recently, the magazine conducted their second annual survey, called the "I Recommend Beauty Awards", to find out which products truly delivered the best results according to 200 beauty pros, estheticians and cosmeticians from across the country. We’re excited to celebrate and share the winners in skincare, haircare, makeup and more on flare.com.

MOST RECOMMENDED SKINCARE

CLEANSER – Mass: Cetaphil "Removes all dirt and make-up and is great for sensitive skin" -J.H., Diamond City AB	TONER – Mass: Neutrogena Alcohol Free "A gentle wash that tightens your pores" -L.P., Burlington ON	MOISTURIZER – Mass: Marcelle Hydra Active "Inexpensive, great for all skin types, and oil free" -G.G., Mississauga ON
CLEANSER – Prestige: Vichy 3 in 1 "A thorough cleaning in just one step" -S.G., Saint John NB	TONER – Prestige: Biotherm Biosource "Respects dry areas, unclogs pores, and removes excess oil" -J.S., Lethbridge AB	MOISTURIZER – Prestige: Vichy Aqualia "24 hour hydrating care" -I.B., Hawkesbury ON
MASK – Mass: Marcelle Clay Masque "Can help with any blemish!" -A.J., London ON	ANTI-AGING PRODUCT – Mass: Olay Regenerist "Effective and affordable" -L.C., Moncton, NB	EYE CREAM – Mass: L’Oréal Advanced Revitalift "Great for firming" -E.C., Victoria BC
MASK – Prestige: Biotherm Hydradetox "Visible glow and lightly scented" -S.K., Plainfield ON	ANTI-AGING PRODUCT – Prestige: Prevage "Really does all that it says!" -D.C., Kapuskasing ON	EYE CREAM – Prestige: RoC Retinol "Reduces appearance of dark circles and wrinkles" -C.W., Olds AB
LIP BALM – Mass: Burt’s Bees "Glossy goodness and moisturizing protection" -C.L., Montreal QC	FACE SCRUB – Mass: St. Ives Apricot Scrub "This product really sells itself" -R.S., Calgary AB	LIP BALM – Prestige: RoC Endryial "Don’t have to continuously apply to keep lips conditioned" -A.F., Calgary
FACE SCRUB – Prestige: Vichy Exfolianting Scrub "Gentle yet effective for radiant looking skin" -C.R., Sussex NB

MOST RECOMMENDED SKIN TREATMENTS

FOR ROSACEA La Roche Posay Rosiliac "It hydrates skin while neutralizing the redness" -R.S., Calgary AB	FOR DARK CIRCLES UNDER THE EYES Biotherm Hyradetox "Treats dark circles and also diminishes fine lines" -L.L., Caledon ON	FOR EXTREMELY DRY SKIN Vichy Nutrilogie "The perfect product for dry skin" -G.G., Mississauga ON
FOR EXTREMELY SENSITIVE SKIN Avène "Calms and hydrates irritated or sensitive skin" -R.S., Calgary AB

MOST RECOMMENDED BODY CARE

Body Lotion Vichy Lipidiose "Has a nice feel and is excellent for dry skin" -J.W., Midland ON	Body Wash Olay Ribbons "Hydrates as it cleans" -T.W., Winnipeg, MB	Anti-Celulite Product Biotherm-Cellulite "Cellulite and dimples actually disappear!" -R.A., Calgary AB
Hair Removal Product Parissa "It’s salon quality at home and easy to use" -A.J., London ON	Firming Lotion Elancyl Firming Body Butter "Only product where I have seen results" -L.B., London ON

MOST RECOMMENDED SUN CARE

Sun Block Lotion Vichy SPF 60 Gel Cream "Perfect for sun sensitive skin" -R.S., Calgary AB	Sun Block Spray Vichy SPF "Easy application and extremely effective" -I.S., Oakville ON	Self Tanner NeoStrata Deep Dark "Offers the most natural tanned look" - C.R., Sussex NB

MOST RECOMMENDED NAIL CARE

Nail Polish Sally Hansen "It’s long-lasting and helps protect the nails" -S.D., Toronto ON	Nail Polish Remover Sally Hansen "It conditions while removing polish with minimal rubbing" -J.B., Brooklin, ON	Nail Strengthener Sally Hansen "Makes for a great base coat and prevents nails from any future damage" -C.W., Olds AB

MOST RECOMMENDED MAKEUP

Lip Gloss – Mass: Rimmel "Great price point, amazing results, and long lasting shine." -S.P., Windsor ON	Lipstick – Mass: L’Oréal Colour Riche "Loads of moisture" -A.N., Cold Brook NL	Lip Gloss – Prestige: Lancôme – Juicy Tubes "Love all the colours and they smell scrumptious!" -M.K., Aurora ON
Lipstick – Prestige: Lise Watier "Great staying power!" -S.K., Plainfield ON	Foundation – Mass: Revlon Age Defying "The perfect texture" -L.B., London ON	Eye shadow – Mass: L’Oréal Hip Shadow "High pigment and long-lasting" -S.P., Windsor ON
Blush – Mass: Revlon "A wide selection of natural shades for everyone" -S.G., Saint John NB	Foundation – Prestige Cover FX – All "Amazing coverage" -S.W., Oakville ON	Eye shadow – Prestige Lise Watier "Great selection and quality" -S.M., Codys NB
Blush – Prestige Lise Watier "Stays on all day" -M.M., St. Stephen NB	Concealer – Mass: Rimmel "Creates a smooth and flawless look" -R.I., Calgary AB	Corrective Foundation/Cover up– Mass: Physician’s Formula "High quality" -T.W., Spruce Grove AB
Concealer – Prestige: Lancôme Effacernes "It’s waterproof and offers all day coverage" -S.G., Nepean ON	Corrective Foundation/Cover up– Prestige: Cover FX "Most life-altering product on the market" -S.W., Oakville ON

MOST RECOMMENDED HAIR CARE

Women’s Hair Colour Clairol Perfect 10 "Salon quality in just 10 min" -I.S., Oakville ON	Shampoo TRESemmé "Perfect for all hair types" -C.W., Olds AB	Men’s Hair Colour Just For Men "Quick and easy" -J.I., South Porcupine ON
Conditioner TRESemmé "Moisturizes hair without the oily finish" -S.D., Toronto ON	Styling Product göt2b "Holds and controls while adding a great shine" -M.D., Hamilton ON	Intensive Treatment Pantene Restoratives "Really puts moisture back in dry, coloured, and/or sun-damaged hair" -S.G., Saint John NB
Shine Treatment John Frieda "A fantastic shine with little or no work" -A.N., Cold Brook NL

MOST RECOMMENDED MEN’S GROOMING PRODUCTS

Men’s Razor Gillette Mach 3 "Allows for a very close and smooth shave" -I.S., Oakville ON	Men’s Cleanser Vichy Homme "Very effective" -L.B., London ON	Men’s Moisturizer Biotherm Aqua "Soothing and extremely rich in moisture" -L.P., Burlington ON
Men’s Shave Cream Biotherm Homme "Intense foam for extra protection on sensitive skin" -S.P., Windsor ON	Men’s Eye Cream Biotherm Hydra "Fights lines, bags, and circles" -R.C., Bedford NS

MOST RECOMMENDED FRAGRANCES

Men’s Fragrance– Mass Adidas "Refreshing and not too strong" -A.L., Woodbridge ON	Women’s Fragrance– Mass Roots – Spirit "Suitable scent for everyone" -L.M., Sarnia ON	Men’s Fragrance– Prestige Aqua di Gio "By far the best smell" -L.M., Calgary AB
Women’s Fragrance– Prestige Nina by Nina Ricci "Has an universal appeal for all ages" -M.D., Hamilton ON

MOST RECOMMENDED BEAUTY TOOLS

Manicure Tools Revlon "High quality at a great price" -L.M., Sarnia ON	Makeup Brushes QUO "Affordable and make-up glides on effortlessly" -IS, Oakville ON	Tweezers Tweezerman "Very sharp for a clean painless tweeze" -C.W., Olds AB
Women’s Razor Gillette Venus "Leaves legs smooth for weeks" -AJ, London, ON

MOST RECOMMENDED ORAL CARE

Tooth Whitening Crest Whitestrips "You can see the difference just after one use" -SF, Schanzenfeld, MB	Tooth Paste Crest "Excellent whitening effects after prolonged use. Super taste" -MD, Hamilton, ON	Mouthwash Listerine "Kills bacteria and whitens" -J.H., Diamond City, AB

MOST RECOMMENDED NATURAL / ORGANIC PRODUCTS

Natural Skin Care: Botanics by Boots "Excellent moisturizers and cleansers" -J.W., Winnipeg MB	Natural Body Care: Burts Bees "An organic line that smells great" -E.C., Victoria BC	Natural Makeup: Physicians Formula "Good coverage without all the extra irritant ingredients" -C.W., Olds AB
Natural Hair Care: Orgnx by La Coupe "Great results" -L.C., Miramichi BC	Natural Lip Products: Burts Bees "You don’t need to be a chemist to read the ingredients list" -L.C., Miramichi BC