Facial Cleanser:
Garnier Nutritioniste Nutri-Pure Detoxifying Wet Cleansing Towelettes—Oil-FreeWater may be essential for survival, but it’s no longer necessary for face-washing, thanks to these oil-free towelettes that gently remove dirt, makeup, and daily buildup. Plus, they’re infused with vitamin B5, “a humectant that binds moisture to the skin, keeping it soft and hydrated,” says judge Grace Pak, MD. $5.99; at drugstores.




Anti-Aging Moisturizer:

Vichy Reti-C Intensive Corrective Care SPF 15 Unlike many of the candidates vying for the Oval Office, our winning moisturizer is true to its word. “Retinol sloughs off dead cells, giving skin a glow, while also fighting fine lines by turning on the genes that make collagen,” Donofrio says. The antioxidant Vitamin C prevents further damage. $31; Get it here!






Toner:

Fresh Seawater & Ginseng Treatment Toner for Normal to Combination Skin What curls can do for your biceps, this alcohol-free toner can do for your skin—keep it strong and healthy. “The seawater in this formula has sodium chloride, which can prevent water loss by strengthening the skin’s protective barrier,” says judge Sandy S. Tsao, MD. Ginseng and olive oil impart more moisture, making fine lines less noticeable, while algae extract slows oil production. $62; Get it here!


Facial Sunscreen:

Clinique City Block Sheer Oil-Free Daily Face Protector SPF 25You slather on sunscreen to save your skin—and end up with acne and irritation. Well, no more. Special fibers in this light, oil-free formula hold oil and sweat away from the skin, ensuring pores stay clear. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide block UVB and UVA rays, and their light-reflecting quality actually makes skin look more radiant, says judge Lisa M. Donofrio, MD (meet her and the rest of our panel on page 34). $16.50; Get it here!


Lip Treatment:

Softlips Raspberry With Green Tea ExtractThe ultimate kiss of death? Dry, chapped lips. The antidote? This tasty balm. With an SPF of 20, antioxidants, and softening dimethicone, it glides on effortlessly and stays put. $2.79; Get it here!








Eye Product:

SkinCeuticals Eye Gel, AOX+This hydrating, fast-absorbing eye serum pairs ferulic acid, a plant-based antioxidant, with vitamin C for double the free-radical-fighting power. “The combination has been shown to be far more effective than other antioxidants,” Donofrio says. $50; Get it here!




Best in Hair Care Conditioner:

Logics Color DNA System Color Nourishing ConditionerAs cell phones and PDAs get more high-tech, so do hair products like this one. “Chelators in a conditioner are wonderful; they neutralize the minerals respon-sible for robbing your color,” Tsao says. UV filters aid in the cause by blocking out bleaching rays, while also preventing the sun from weakening the bonds that give hair its strength. $22; Get it here!





Styling Product:
PureOlogy NanoGlaze Styling CrèmeOrganic mushrooms, vegetable proteins, avocado. This ingredient label reads like a produce list—and it’s a recipe for delectable hair. Donofrio says this styling cream imparts moisture and thwarts styling damage. And its tiny silicone bits penetrate the hair’s core, pushing out water to help speed drying time. $28;Get it here!






Shampoo:
Phyto Phytoprogenium Intelligent ShampooInfused with a mix of sugar alcohols and botanical extracts, this shampoo maintains a balance of good and bad bacteria on the scalp “to preserve its natural pro-tective mantle while cleansing,” Pak says. Translation: It soothes itch and irritation, and it can also help with dandruff and other problems resulting from an overgrowth of microorganisms. $26; Get it here!





Deep-Conditioning Treatment:
Frédéric Fekkai Protein Rx PM Repair StrengthenerA true overnight success, this lightweight lotion clocks in after you conk out to promote healthy hair while you sleep. Its potent blend of ceramides, soy, milk, and wheat proteins fills in holes and cracks along the hair shaft, Donofrio says, fortifying each strand to prevent breakage. Dimethicone and glycerin add shine and softness, delivering the hair of your dreams come morning. $65; Get it here!





Lip Color:
Almay Hydracolor LipstickLike the IRS, many lipsticks suck us dry. But this one has lasting hydration, intense color, and not much goop, Pak says. Plant extracts, vitamin E, and an SPF of 15 save lips from environmental assaults. Comes in 32 shades. $8.99; at drugstores


Foundation:
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Glow Sheers SPF 30Neutrogena Healthy Skin Glow Sheers SPF 30. Nongreasy and absorbent, this oil-free foundation mixes sunscreen and antioxidants with a tinted shimmer for glowing skin, Donofrio says. Comes in six shades. $12.49;

Primer:
Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting TouchLoaded with dimethicone, an emollient, this primer fills in pores and fine lines and lets makeup glide on easily, Donofrio says: “It’s like invisible spackle.” $27.50; Get it here!

Concealer:
Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Concealer SPF 10Wouldn’t it be great if concealer could stay on command? This one, a mois-turizing liquid formula made with water-resistant polymers, actually does—and it never looks cakey. Comes in six shades. $19.50; Get it here!

Mascara:
Chanel Inimitable Multidimensional MascaraChanel’s latest design leaves lashes plusher than a quilted clutch. Its fine bristles coat hairs evenly with a polymer-rich formula that curls better than any other and doesn’t smudge, Donofrio says. Comes in two shades. $27.50; Get it here!

Body Wash:
Aveeno Positively Smooth Shower & Shave CreamThis two-in-one cleansing formula allows for a nick-free shave. “Glycerin attracts water to the skin, and mineral oil helps slow its evaporation, decreasing friction between the blade and your body,” Donofrio says. Plus, soy helps slow hair growth, while colloidal oatmeal calms irritation. $6.99; Get it here!

Foot Product:
Curél Targeted Therapy Deep-Penetrating Foot CreamIf the phrase, “hell on high heels” describes your soles, sate them with this rich cream. Ideal for cracked, callused skin, it relies on urea, a humectant, to take care of dryness, and shea butter to soften. $4.99 Get it here!

Exfoliating Body Product:
DERMAdoctor KP Duty Body ScrubA brew of glycolic, lactic, and azelaic acids loosens dead skin cells, allowing tiny beads in the scrub to sweep them away. And glycolic acid is pH-adjusted, so it won’t cause irritation. $44; Get it here!

Body Sunscreen:
MD Skin-care Powerful Sun Protection SPF 30The Cadillac of sunscreens, this weightless lotion comes fully loaded. With a variety of UVA and UVB filters, it provides total protection, Tsao says. Lycopene, green tea, and vitamins offer a defense against rogue free radicals. $42; Get it here!

Self-Tanner:
Shiseido Brilliant Bronze Tinted Self-Tanning GelPak appreciates this self-tanner’s clear-gel formula, which makes appli-cation easier. And while its fresh, clean scent is fleeting, she says, “its natural-looking color lasts remarkably long.” $28; Get it here!

Nail Product:
La Fleur Organique Nail RevitalizerThis oil-based cure-all helps weak, brittle, and peeling nails caused by dehydration, Tsao says. Vitamin E, argan oil, sweet almond oil, and rose hip oil make nails resilient and shiny. $25; Get it here!

Hand Product:
Desert Essence Organics Pumpkin Hand Repair CreamRipe with natural ingredients, this cream offers many benefits. “Pumpkin’s vitamin-A derivatives, along with the bioflavonoids in its seeds, work with licorice extract to help lighten age spots,” Pak says. Zinc, an anti-oxidant, promotes wound-healing, and moisturizing jojoba oil sinks into the skin on contact. $8.99; at Whole Foods stores

Body Moisturizer:
Olay Body Age Transform Body Crème SerumThis cream shields your skin from free radicals and protects it with moisturizing ingredients, Donofrio says. Glycerin draws water into the skin. Petrolatum holds it there. And niacin-amide buttresses your body, keeping your skin soft longer. $9; at drugstores

Bronzer:
Murad Firming Bronzer SPF 15Though the term moisturizing bronzer may be an oxymoron, Tsao says it’s anything but when it comes to this product: “It has hydrat-ing ingredients like sodium PCA, a humectant that mini-mizes streaking and temporarily plumps skin.” $48; Get it here!