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Preview Beauty Awards 2023: Meet the Holy Grail Products and Treatments That Impressed Us This Year
Discover our list of deserving winners that are sure to level up your beauty game!
Published Dec 19, 2023
Meet the winners of this year's Preview Beauty Awards.
The beauty scene in 2023 was nothing short of sensational. After a slowdown due to the pandemic, the beauty industry came roaring back, more vibrant and competitive than ever. Both newcomer brands and trusted favorites have been releasing must-try products and services left and right. And with the market now practically bursting at the seams with options, sifting through countless products to find your perfect match can be a real challenge, not to mention expensive.
Fear not, because after an entire year of discovering and putting products to the test, the Preview team is back with Preview Beauty Awards 2023—our biggest one yet! Categorized into six segments: makeup, skincare, bodycare, haircare, fragrance, and services & treatments, these winners are sure to help you level up your beauty game.
What are you waiting for? Discover the list below!
Preview Beauty Awards 2023: Makeup
JOSH TAN
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NARS Powermatte Lipstick
Offering a smooth application process, the NARS Powermatte lipstick effortlessly delivers intense, full matte coverage with just one swipe. It checks all the boxes for the perfect matte lipstick – transfer-proof, smudge-proof, waterproof, and impressively long-lasting. The best part? It's so comfortable on the lips that you'll practically forget it's there. This will become your go-to choice for events or special occasions where you want impeccable lip color without worrying about constantly retouching.
Price and Where to Buy: P1900, Greenbelt 5, Central Square Mall, LOOK SM Aura, LOOK SM MOA, Powerlant Mall, Rustan's Department Stores, SM Megamall, SM Makati, SM North EDSA, Online at Lazada, Rustan's, and LOOK.
Spotlight Palette Scene Stealer 8-in-1 Eyeshadow Palette
Housing a total of eight eyeshadows, with six essential matte shades and two shimmers, this palette is your ticket to endless eye-catching looks. The buildable pigments blend easily, ensuring a flawless finish without any chalkiness. It's great for both beginners and seasoned beauty enthusiasts seeking both performance and affordability. Plus, it's compact enough to fit in your bag, yet it comes with a generously sized mirror, making it convenient for on-the-go glam.
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Price and Where to Buy: P645, Shopee, Lazada, Wastons, and SM Beauty Store
MAC Locked Kiss Ink
Meet the ultimate matte liquid lip—the MAC Locked Kiss Ink is the complete package! Featuring a lasting, transfer-proof, kiss-proof, and waterproof formula, this lipstick is your 24-hour beauty companion. Unlike other matte liquid lippies, it won't compromise on comfort. Your lips are still left feeling moisturized and smooth, all thanks to its unique blend of nourishing ingredients such as passion fruit oil, coconut oil, and shea butter. Locked Kiss Ink effortlessly combines lightweight wear with optimal hydration. With 25 stunning shades to choose from, there's a perfect match for every skin tone.
Price and Where to Buy: P1900, Adora, MOA, Rockwell, Rustans Cebu, SM Megamall, SM Makati Department Store, Shangri-La, Rustans Alabang, SM MOA Department Store, Abreeza Davao, SM Megamall Department Store, SM Aura, Eastwood, Makati, SM North EDSA Department Store, Trinoma, SM Clark, SM North EDSA The Block, Robinsons Manila, Seaside Cebu, Robinsons Magnolia, SM Baguio, SM Cebu Department Store, Centrio Mall CDO, Resorts World Newport, SM Fairview Department Store, Marquee Mall, SM Lipa, Rustans Gateway, MOA Look, SM Pampanga Department Store, Lucky Chinatown, SM Lanang, and Online at Lazada
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YOU Beauty Cloud Touch Correcting Concealer Palette
Bid adieu to dark circles, redness, and uneven skin tone, and say hello to a flawless complexion with the help of YOU Beauty’s Cloud Touch Correcting Concealer Palette. It has four different cream shades (cheese, mocha, peach, and green) that effectively neutralize any discoloration. And don’t worry about it caking up your makeup, because it’s so lightweight. It really was made to sit underneath your foundation. Did we mention it’s made with two main skin-loving ingredients: Ceramide and Centella Asiatica Extract, so it doesn’t only correct your skin color but nourishes it, too? The palette is compact, fitting in the palm of your hand, and it even has a brush for easy application. Trust us when we say that your foundation will never look the same once you’ve used this.
Price and Where to Buy: P429, Lazada and Shopee
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BYS Brow Styling Soap
It’s undeniable that well-defined eyebrows can easily transform one’s look. With only a couple of swipes, BYS’s Brow Soap does the job of filling in those gaps and giving your look some dimension. Constant application throughout the day may help, especially for those who easily break a sweat.
Price and Where to Buy: P399, Watsons, SM Beauty Store, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons, and Amorfia
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Vice Cosmetics On The Daily Power Pen
With an ultra-thin 1.4mm felt tip, it's one of the slimmest liners out there—perfect for creating realistic bottom lashes and ensuring precise application. It boasts zero tugging, an uninterrupted ink flow, and a fast-drying formula. Once set, you don’t have to worry about it bleeding and messing up your makeup throughout the day, even if you sweat. Choose between Espresso for a rich brown or Jet Black for a classic look.
Price and Where to Buy: P245, Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok Shop, SM Beauty Store, Watsons, and vicecosmetics.com
Barenbliss Peach Makes Perfect Lip Tint
For the quintessential barely-there and oh-so-natural lipcolor K-beauty is known for, you can’t go wrong with stocking up on Barenbliss’ Peach Makes Perfect Lip Tint. The Brave Enough (06) tint is a rosy red that is at first swipe, soft and dainty, and with a second swipe, rich and vibrant. It's proof that less is definitely more; not only does it boast of six basic but flattering stains, it's also made of just six ingredients. And yes, it’s cruelty-free, paraben-free, and alcohol-free, too.
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Price and Where to Buy: P399, Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok Shop, Watsons, and SM Beauty Store
Kiko Milano Skin Tone Foundation
Achieve the perfect no-makeup makeup look with Kiko Milano's Skin Tone Foundation. Although it's considered a light to medium coverage foundation, it features a lightweight buildable formula that provides a radiant, skin-like finish without any greasiness, making it especially ideal for tropical climates. The foundation has a liquid, serum-like consistency, ensuring an even and smooth complexion. Enriched with hyaluronic acid, it hydrates the skin for up to eight hours. Suitable for all skin types, including oily.
Price and Where to Buy: P1450, SM Department Store (SM megamall, Cebu, and Davao), Mall of Asia, Megamall, Grand Central, SM San Lazaro, SM North Edsa, SM Clark, Shopee, Lazada, and Zalora
Five Beauty Hybrid Colour Sticks
If you're the type who can't be bothered to put on a full face of makeup but still wants to give your skin a healthy-looking flush, you need Five Beauty's Hybrid Colour Sticks in your purse. Enriched with olive oil, jojoba oil, meadowfoam oil, goji berry, and aloe leaf extract, the color sticks glide and blend easily on the skin. One swipe already gives you intense pigment, but you can easily build it up if you really want a striking pop of color. The packaging allows you to swipe the product on your eyes, cheeks, and lips with ease, so you can apply and retouch in a jiffy, anytime and anywhere.
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Price and Where to Buy: P599, Lazada, Shopee, and fivebeauty.co
Teviant Velvet Drop Mousse
Once you dip your finger into a pot of Teviant's Velvet Drop, you'll understand exactly why it's named the way it is. It feels like butter, and once you blend it onto your skin, it does not budge. If you're looking for a highlighter that gives your skin a wet look, their shades Celestial and Holly Glow especially stand out. Unlike powder highlighters that tend to look unnatural and powdery, these creamy highlighters are so dewy they make your skin look almost wet. Glass skin, anyone?
Price and Where to Buy: P595, teviantbeauty.com, Lazada, Shopee, TÉVIANT TikTok Shop, BeautyMNL, Edamama, Grabmart, Zalora, SM Makati, SM North Edsa, SM Megamall, SM Lanang (Davao), and LOOK SM Aura.
Preview Beauty Awards 2023: Skincare
JOSH TAN
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Clé de Peau Beauté Firming Serum Supreme
Clé de Peau Beauté’s serum lives up to its Supreme description as it’s able to balance the uneven tones on one’s face with sustained use. Over time, it promises to also firm up skin cells, giving one’s visage a sharper, contoured look.
Price and Where to Buy: P17,000, Clé de Peau Beauté Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati, SM Mall of Asia, and Clé de Peau Beauté's Website
AHA Cleansing Research Wash Cleansing C
This Japanese face wash is a godsend after a sweltering day out or an intense workout at the gym. Invigorating and refreshing, its rich foam formula can deep-clean your pores and lightly exfoliate your skin at the same time. Just one cleanse will breathe life into your dull skin!
Price and Where to Buy: P725, Shopee, Lazada, Beautybox Official Website, Tiktok Shop, Beauty Bar, Landmark, Mitsukoshi, Rustan's, and Watsons
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Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster
You can always count on Paula’s Choice for science-backed formulas that just get the job done. To no one’s surprise, this collagen-packed product is no different! Infused with peptides, amino acids, and hyaluronic acid, this nourishing treatment can restore your skin barrier without clogging your pores. Its weightless formula also makes it a beginner-friendly anti-aging product for those in their twenties!
Price and Where to Buy: P3650, Paula's Choice Website, Shopee, and Lazada.
Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream
If it’s trustworthy science-backed beauty that you’re looking for, Augustinus Bader’s line of luxurious skincare products will never disappoint. Their signature The Eye Cream effectively reduces fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness, and dark circles, so you can have bright, radiant eyes even when you’re getting less than 8 hours of sleep.
Price and Where to Buy: P12,800, SM Makati (SM Store, beauty section), LOOK SM Mall of Asia, SM Aura, and Lazada
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Biologique Recherche Lait VIP O2
Designed for all skin types, including sensitive skin, this unique cleanser has a lotion-like formula that you can easily massage on your face, neck, and decolletage. Unlike most cleansers, this doesn’t foam or lather, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less effective at getting rid of impurities and purifying the skin. In fact, this cleansing milk was formulated with urban living in mind. Enriched with Biologique Recherche’s one-of-a-kind oxygenating blend, it deeply cleanses the skin and gets rid of all the dirt, debris, and pollution that we encounter in our day-to-day lives. And yes, it removes makeup (even waterproof makeup) like a dream, just remember to double-cleanse. In the end, it leaves you with skin so soft, you'll feel like a doll that just had a milk bath.
Price and Where to Buy: P2600 (50ml) to P6380 (250ml), Maison de Beaute, Aesthetic Science, Chi The Spa at Edsa Shangri-La and Boracay, Glow Aesthetic, Luminisce, and biologique-recherche.com
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POND’s UV Hydrate Sunscreen
POND's UV Hydrate Sunscreen checks all the boxes for a facial sunscreen. In addition to providing SPF 50+++++ PA broad-spectrum protection, it's lightweight, leaves zero whitecast, and is enriched with Hyaluron to instantly hydrate the skin without leaving an oily film. And, yes, it sits comfortably under makeup—no need to worry about separation or pilling.
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Price and Where to Buy: P449, Shopee, Lazada, and Watsons
Pure Culture Dream Drops
Despite being a face oil, the Pure Culture Dream Drops is anything but oily. How so? It uses a blend of water-based ingredients and plant-based oils, leaving your skin hydrated and glowing without the icky, greasy feeling. You know what that means–it’s safe for all skin types. Yes, even those with combination to oily, acne-prone skin will benefit from this. It’s not called “Universal Hydro-Oil” for nothing. Powered by antioxidant duo Resveratrol + Edelweiss Callus Culture, it also helps prevent premature aging. When integrating the Dream Drops into your regular skincare routine, make sure to use it after your serum and before moisturizer. Shake it well and gently smooth three to five drops over your clean face and neck.
Price and Where to Buy: P1265, purecultureph.com, Lazmall, Shopee Mall, Zalora, ecoshoppe, Beauty Bar (Trinoma, Greenbelt, Rockwell, Central Square, Marquee by Ayala Malls in Pampanga, Beauty Bar Cebu), Simple and Whole Iloilo, DermaRoma Makati, and BetterLife Studio
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Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
If you’re experiencing skin sensitivity and dry patches, treat your skin to Drunk Elephant’s Polypeptide Cream. It’s enriched with nourishing goodies like glycerin, peptides, and folic acid to restore the skin’s plumpness, firmness, and elasticity. One tub will also last you for months since a little goes a long way!
Price and Where to Buy: P4250, LOOK SM in Aura Mall, LOOK SM Mall of Asia, SM Mega Mall, and lookatme.com.ph
Happy Skin Invisible Sunstick
Sunscreen is non-negotiable for anyone regardless of their age or gender. And ICYDK, you have to reapply it every two hours. For something you can easily reapply anywhere, anytime, Happy Skin introduces their Invisible Sunstick. It has SPF50, which provides ample protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays, plus blue light technology, which shields your complexion from digital screen fatigue even indoors.
Price and Where to Buy: P899, Tiktok Shop, Shopee, Lazada, Zalora, happyskincosmetics.com, LOOK, SM Beauty, Watsons, and Beauty Bar
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SNAILWHITE Glow Potion AHA BHA Toner
Making the first steps onto exfoliants might be a daunting step for budding skincare enthusiasts, but Snail White’s Glow Potion Toner can be the next go-to. The exfoliating toner is mixed as a gentle blend with Witch Hazel extract and Swiss Alpine Willowherb, yet packed with active ingredients like AHA, BHA, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ginseng. Squeeze it into your regular rotation to plumpen your skin.
Price and Where to Buy: P499, Lazada, Shopee, Tiktok Shop, and Watsons
Preview Beauty Awards 2023: Bodycare
JOSH TAN
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The Body Shop Blue Musk Zest Hair and Body Wash
The Body Shop achieves the best of both worlds with its Blue Musk Zest Hair and Body Wash. With a smooth gel-like consistency, it satisfyingly froths into bubbles once massaged into your hair or rubbed against your skin. What it leaves in its tracks is a pleasant, powdery scent that mimics the brand’s signature Blue Musk Zest eau de toilette.
Price and Where to Buy: P895, All The Body Shop Stores
Waphyto Hand Cream Balance
Spraying alcohol and washing our hands at every opportunity has become one of the habits many of us developed during the new normal. That said, hand cream has never been more essential. With a refreshing orange and rosemary scent, Waphyto’s hand cream effectively moisturizes hands that may have dried out from constant hand washing and alcohol spraying. It also softens cuticles, providing spa-like hydration.
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Price and Where to Buy: P995, Lazada and Mitsukoshi, BGC
L’Occitane Almond Concentrate
For skincare aficionados, almond milk is a potent secret weapon for improving skin elasticity and visibly smoothening skin. This concentrate from L’Occitane packs in all the benefits of both almond milk and oil, with walnut seed extracts complementing the efficacy of the fatty acids and omegas 9-rich almond. It is a denser yet still surprisingly light formula, that glides on the skin and provides deep hydration and suppleness. While it’s recommended for both morning and evening application, the light comforting scent makes it an ideal final relaxing step in your self-care routine.
Price and Where to Buy: P3600, All Rustan's stores, L'Occitane boutiques, Rustans.com, Adora.ph, and Lazada
Malin + Goetz Dark Rum Body Lotion
Malin + Goetz Dark Rum Lotion is the definition of indulgence. Imbued with the brand's signature dark rum scent, this lightweight body lotion effectively restores the skin's moisture, thanks to the enriching properties of avocado and grapeseed oils. It absorbs swiftly without leaving any residue, and the classic dark rum fragrance elevates the experience, enveloping the skin in a warm and indulgent scent. The formulation, which features vitamin B5 and absorbent fatty acids, ensures long-lasting hydration.
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Price and Where to Buy: P2300, Rustans Makati, Shangri-la, Rustans.com, Adora Greenbelt, and Adora.ph
Jellytime Lube
Jellytime ticks off all of the boxes of the quintessential tube of lube. Odor-free, perfectly viscous, and discreetly packaged, their flagship product is a must-purchase for anyone seeking life’s simplest pleasures.
Price and Where to Buy: P320, itsjellytime.com, Shopee, Lazada, Grab Mart, Lauvette, Edamama, Watsons, Landers, Strip Manila, Browhaus, Annex House (Poblacion, Makati), Kindred Clinic, and All Green/ AllDayRX
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Vaseline Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion Flawless Bright
Enhanced with GlutaGlow technology, this lotion is specially designed to tackle dull skin. It also features Pro-Retinol for exfoliation, promoting even-toned and revitalized skin. When spread onto the body, it offers a luxurious serum-like feel, thanks to the Hyaluron that quickly absorbs, providing your skin with instant hydration and a radiant, dewy glow.
Price and Where to Buy: P275 (200ml) to 445 (330ml), Watsons, Lazada, Shopee, Great Deals Company, Greylogic Corp, Robinsons SSI, Waltermart Supermarket, Clockwork, Rose Pharmacy Inc, South Star Drug, Merkado, Puregold Price Club, S&R, Metro Gaisano, Easymart, Robinsons Supermarket, Shopwise, The Marketplace, Sanford, Super SM, and SVI
Dove Deo
Skincare shouldn’t end with just your face. Dove’s Deodorant Serum is packed with all the good ingredients usually seen on our favorite facial products: Niacinamide and Collagen. Not only does collagen revitalize damaged underarm skin, niacinamide also promotes an even skintone for this sensitive area. It’s a must-have for personal care as not only is it nourishing, it ticks all the boxes of proper hygiene too with its deodorizing properties.
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Price and Where to Buy: P155, Watsons, SM, Robinsons, Puregold, Shopee, and Lazada
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Oil Neroli
Keeping our skin soft and supple can be a challenge, especially when exposed to the elements of everyday life in Manila. Nuxe’s multi-purpose dry oil comes to the rescue. Its mix of organic Ente plum and sesame oil not only gives skin a satin-like sheen, but it also nourishes it from within. Aside from the face and body, the oil can also provide a protective layer to one’s hair.
Price and Where to Buy: P3450, Rustan's Department Stores, Beauty Bar Stores, Look at Me (Aura and Mall of Asia), Mitsukoshi BGC, Landmark BGC, Lazmall Flagship Store, and Shopee Mall
FAB KP Bump
Tired of dealing with chicken skin? First Aid Beauty’s KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub effectively eliminates bumps and dry skin caused by Keratosis pilaris (KP). It not only addresses KP-related concerns but is also great for ingrown hairs, scars, and those dreaded butt pimples. After just one use, you'll already notice a significant improvement in skin smoothness. The secret to its fast-acting solution lies in a combination of chemical exfoliation using Glycolic and Lactic acids and the finest Pumice for physical exfoliation. Imagine what it can do when you use it consistently twice a week!
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Price and Where to Buy: P700 (57ml) to P1850 (226g), SkinSmart (LOOK at Me SM Aura, LOOK at Me SM Mall of Asia, SM Makati, Powerplant Mall), Lazada, Zalora, and Shopee
Closeup Menthol Fresh
A part of our beauty routines that we often overlook is brushing our teeth. Perhaps no other brand of toothpaste would stand up to the virtually instant cooling feel and whitening effect of CloseUp’s Menthol Fresh variant. With the right number of strokes, your pearly whites will be thanking you for their much-deserved refresh.
Price and Where to Buy: P149 for a Twin Pack, Available in major supermarkets, groceries, and online stores (Shopee, Lazada and Ustore).
Preview Beauty Awards 2023: Haircare
JOSH TAN
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Cream Silk Keratin Treatment
Say goodbye to frizz and hello to silky, vibrant hair. Ideal for those with color-damaged locks, it transforms your hair, making it healthier and more resilient. And if you’re worried about using heat tools? Fear no more. This product not only hydrates and repairs but also provides protection, giving you the confidence to style with a blow dryer, hair straightener, or curling iron whenever you want. And the best part? It's lightweight and has an amazing scent.
Price and Where to Buy: P250, All leading retail stores nationwide, Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok Shop, and Watsons
Curlico Curl Defining Creme Gel
If you’re a curly girl who suffers from frizz, the Curlico Curl Defining Creme Gel is a game-changer that you need in your haircare routine. This lightweight, medium-hold formula is specially crafted for tropical climates. It glides onto the curls seamlessly, combining the defining power of gel with the moisturizing qualities of a cream, so you don’t have to worry about having crunchy, flaky, or sticky hair. Instead, you get touchable, defined, and voluminous curls that last for days. Perfect for all types of curls, from loose waves to tight coils.
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Price and Where to Buy: P419, curlico.com, Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, Cutz and Curlz by Jazz, and Ulo Salon Studio
Kracie Fuwarie Hair Mist (Straight)
The Fuwarie Hair Mist by Kracie can protect your hair from everyday aggressors like humidity and heat damage. It also tames frizz and flyaways, plus leaves a non-sticky shine on your tresses. Commuters and samgyup-lovers can also use this as a hair mist thanks to its fresh floral scent!
Price and Where to Buy: P495, Shopee, Lazada, beautyboxcorp.com, Zalora, Tiktok Shop, Beautybar, Rustan's, Watsons, Chimes Davao, Landmark, and Mitsukoshi
Revox B77 Bond Smoothing Creme
If your hair is damaged from heat styling or constant sun exposure, this potent leave-in cream will help repair your hair. But that’s not all, it also acts as a shield, protecting your locks from external stressors, leaving you with prolonged, salon-worthy sleek, and frizz-free tresses. Use it before heat styling as a protectant, or if you have curly hair, use it to define and nurture them, elevating their natural bounce. It only takes one use to see and feel the results.
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Price and Where to Buy: P799, Lazada, Amorfia, LOOK Mall of Asia, the SM Store Beauty Section stores, and Watsons stores nationwide
Dyson
The new Dyson Flyaway Smoother introduces a revolutionary enhancement to the brand's hairstyling expertise. An optional add-on to the attachments bundled with the dryer, the Flyaway Smoother redefines versatility with the use of Coanda technology, the same innovation employed in the Airwrap's curling barrels. The attachment adeptly addresses the challenge of unruly flyaways by lifting longer hairs to the fore while discreetly taming shorter flyaways, effectively concealing them. It transitions seamlessly between "smoothing mode" with brush bristles for overall sleekness and "flyaway mode" for targeted control. No more awkward shoulder-length hairstyles!
Price and Where to Buy: P31,500, Greenbelt 5, SM Aura Premier, The Podium, SM Mall of Asia, One Bonifacio High Street, SM Cebu, and dyson.ph
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Palmolive Naturals
This shampoo not only cleans but also conditions, giving you double the care in one bottle. Enriched with 100% Natural Coconut Cream, it transforms your hair into soft, bouncy locks. Plus, it has that gorgeous Palmolive smell we all know and love, ensuring you smell fresh and fabulous all day.
Price and Where to Buy: P55 (90ml) to P395 (1L), Robinsons, Watsons, Lazada, Shopee, Mercury Drug, Waltermart, SM Supermarkets, Metro Gaisano, Red Camia, Gaisano Centermall, Gaisano CDO, Puregold, South Supermarket, KCC, Landmark, and NCCC Davao
Phyto Softness Express Detangling Milk
Silicone-free and sulfate-free, this detangling milk is perfect for all hair types, including our curly-haired girls and guys. No more wrestling with knots – just smooth, manageable hair ready for styling into any ‘do. Thanks to the goodness of oat milk, rosemary, calendula, and white mallow extract, your hair will be left feeling soft, frizz-free, and shiny without a hint of greasiness.
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Price and Where to Buy: P1175, Rustan's (Website and Department Stores) and Lazada
TRESemme
If you think you have to have blonde hair to enjoy the benefits of this shampoo, think again. Whether bleached or not, dyed hair needs extra care to make sure the color doesn’t quickly fade and that the chemicals don’t significantly damage your tresses. TRESemme’s Blonde Brilliance Anti-Fade Color Shampoo is made of Purple Formula that contains violet pigments to neutralize brassy hues, and Jojoba Oil that nourishes each strand for strong and lustrous locks.
Price and Where to Buy: P432 (330ml) to P652.80 (620ml), SM, Watsons, and Unilever Beauty Official Store in Lazada, Shopee, and Tiktok Shop
Olaplex No.3
First things first, this is not a conditioner, it’s a pre-shampoo treatment. If you have intensely damaged hair or just want to give your hair some extra TLC and a conditioner alone isn’t giving you the results that you want, reach for this once or twice a week to get your hair back in tip-top shape.
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Price and Where to Buy: P2350, Skinsmart SM Makati, LOOK SM Aura, LOOK SM Mall of Asia
Rustan’s Shangri-La, Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Alabang, Rustan’s Cebu, Lazada, Shopee, and Zalora
Lush Jason and the Argan Oil
The balm to rough hair comes compact with the Jason and the Argan Oil shampoo bar, Lush’s hair care offering with notes of rose jam. With its handy bar form, rub it into a lather to maximize its argan oil and rose absolute ingredients. The glycerine makes for a potent but subtle mix for stronger and shinier hair, while sure to nourish scalp health.
Price and Where to Buy: P625, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Bonifacio High Street, Glorietta 4, Greenbelt 3, Robinsons Magnolia, Shangri-La Plaza, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall and TriNoma, lush.com.ph, Lazada, Zalora, and Trunc.ph.
Preview Beauty Awards 2023: Fragrance
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Mugler Angel Elixir
Despite being a flanker of Mugler’s iconic 1992 Angel, Angel Elixir is nothing like its predecessor, and we mean that in the best way. Encased in the most gorgeous star-shaped bottle, this seductive creamy fragrance comes with a kick of pink pepper spice that keeps things interesting.
Price and Where to Buy: P11,200, FRESH, SM Department Store, Robinsons Department Store, Landmark, and Lazada
Clean Reserve Warm Cotton
Clean Reserve's Warm Cotton captivates with its understated elegance seen immediately through its chic, minimalist packaging. The fragrance itself evokes a sense of pure comfort, reminiscent of freshly laundered sheets bathed in sunlight. The main notes, including aldehydes, ginger, mint, musk, and vetiver, harmoniously create a sensory experience that feels like succumbing to your bed after taking a long shower on a lazy Sunday morning. It's fresh, invigorating, and comforting at the same time.
Price and Where to Buy: P3450, Rustan's
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Aesop Gloam
If you adore herbal and earthy fragrances, Aesop’s Gloam is right up your alley. This eau de parfum doesn’t smell like a typical perfume; instead, it evokes the comforting aroma of a warm tea, providing a calming and relaxing experience that envelops you in tranquility. Unlike most woody-spicy designer fragrances that tend to be abrasive, this one is smooth with a coolness to it, making it perfect for any weather, even on hot days.
Price and Where to Buy: P9300, Aesop Greenbelt, Aesop Rockwell, and Aesop SM Aura, and aesopskincare.ph
Creed Love in White
True to its name, "Love in White" radiates a gracefully light, sophisticated, and romantic fragrance, accented by powdery notes of white flowers. It's easy to envision this fragrance gracing a beautiful, blushing bride on her special day.
Price and Where to Buy: P15,300, Rustan's
English Pear & Sweet Pea
Made with real pears, this Jo Malone cologne is a vibrant mix of juicy, sparkling pear and soft sweet pea flowers. It's like walking through a blooming cottage garden in spring—super fresh, clean, and delicate. It's basically a bottle of joy for your senses!
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Price and Where to Buy: P9300, All Jo Malone London boutiques, jomalone.com.ph and Lazada
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Bond No. 9 FiDi
FiDi, inspired by New York City's Financial District, is a fragrance for everyone. It starts with a zesty kick of citrus and settles into a smooth mix of musky cedar on your skin. Think of it like a fancy soap scent – the kind you might imagine someone in a suit wearing to work.
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Price and Where to Buy: P24,950, Rustan's Shangri-La Plaza, Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Alabang, Rustans.com, and Trunc.ph.
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush
A truly feminine scent that opens with a burst of citrus before settling into a creamy almond blend, accented by powdery florals and a sweet touch of vanilla. It’s spring in a bottle! And although all of Carolina Herrera’s Good Girl flankers are housed in its iconic stiletto bottle, the fact that it now comes in a charming blush pink makes it so much better.
Price and Where to Buy: P5300 (50ml) to P6750 (80ml), Rustan’s Makati, Shangri-La, Alabang, Cebu, and Gateway; Robinson’s Ermita and Galleria; SM Mall of Asia, North Edsa, Megamall, Makati, and Aura; and Landmark Trinoma and Makati.
Estée Lauder Dream Dusk
With its elegant glass and gold bottle, and its delicate pink hue, you just know that Estée Lauder’s Dream Dusk will conjure a fragrant spring day. Don’t be fooled though, this isn’t your run of the mill floral scent. Beginning with a cherry blossom top note, the scent blooms into a more robust fragrance with its blackcurrant buds middle note that adds a complex fruity-floral aroma, and a base of chinese geranium that has a light herbal tinge that balances its rosy smell. It was crafted with a lush Asian garden in mind, and it certainly succeeds in transporting you to such.
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Price and Where to Buy: P5200(40ml) to P10,000 (100ml), Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Shangri-la Plaza Mall, SM Aura Premier, Greenbelt 5, NuStar Cebu, Abreeza, SM Makati, LOOK at Me Mall of Asia, and Lazada
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle
As one would expect from Chanel Coco Mademoiselle, this is pure sophistication in a bottle. Fresh and citrusy in the opening, with a beautifully blended bouquet of flowers at its heart, it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This is exactly the type of fragrance you'd imagine on a wealthy lady—classy, timeless, and elegant.
Price and Where to Buy: P11,500, Rustan's Makati, Shangri-La, Alabang, and Cebu
Dior L’Or J’adore
True to its name, L’Or J’adore exudes a warm and golden sensation. Picture yourself strolling into a jungle adorned with white florals in full bloom as the sun sets. The scent is incredibly fresh and tropical.
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Price and Where to Buy: P12,550, Greenbelt 5, SM Mall of Asia, SM Aura Premier, SM Makati, Podium, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Rustan's Shangri-La, and Rustan's Cebu
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AIVEE BACS ARCEBAL
Aivee Preime
The Philippines' first 5-in-1 system for deep cleansing, skin tightening, and rejuvenation, Aivee Préime stands out with zero downtime, providing instant results. This facial experience is not just effective; it's also one of the most relaxing. You might even find yourself dozing off, only to wake up with radiant, healthy-looking skin. It uses AquaB for skin preparation, VibroX for enhanced rejuvenation, MicroT for tightening and toning, Collagen+ for promoting youthfulness, and UltraB for optimal ingredient absorption.
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Price and Where to Try: P20,000/session, The Aivee Clinic Megamall, The Aivee Vertis clinic, The Aivee Clinic Commercenter, The Aivee Clinic Fort, and The A-Institute.
BELO BACS ARCEBAL
Belo ASCE+ Exosomes
If you're after lasting results, give Belo Exosomes a shot. It's powered by the cutting-edge ASCE+ cell-signaling system, which acts like messengers for your skin. They deliver the information needed to kickstart cell regeneration, making it a game-changer in anti-aging technology. Just a heads up, needles are part of the process as the exosomes get injected into your skin to give you the best results. However, the procedure is quick and relatively painless thanks to the topical anesthetic. There is a downtime of about two to three days, but the results make it totally worth it. You're investing in a fresher, more youthful you, after all!
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Price and Where to Try: P27,000/session, All Belo Clinics
HERNEL BACS ARCEBAL
Hernel Miin Kayser Method Skin Toning
When it comes to correcting dark spots and preventing future discoloration, Hernel’s Miin Kayser Method Skin Toning is your best bet. This laser treatment can correct nearly any form of hyperpigmentation, from stubborn acne marks to old sun spots. Hernel’s calming ambience and hospitable staff will also explain everything along the way and make the procedure as pain-free as possible. It’ll take a few sessions and a diligent use of sunscreen before you see any noticeable differences, but the final results are totally worth it!
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Price and Where to Try: P20,000/session, Hernel Korean Aesthetic Clinic
Ground Floor, Seibu Tower 24th Ave, corner 6th Ave, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
NEW LOUNGE BACS ARCEBAL
NEW Lounge Lifestyle Lashes
True to its name, NEW Lounge’s Lifestyle Lashes suits every lifestyle. Whether you're a soft-girl, a corporate boss babe, a sporty chic, or all of the above, these lashes will see you through. In terms of design these lashes aim to enhance smaller eye shapes, creating the illusion of wider and larger eyes. The lashes offer an elegant appearance with a lightweight feel, that won’t get in the way of your busy lifestyle. The design is a unique combination of NEW Lounge's signature cat and doll eye effects, meticulously crafted by layering 3-4 lash sizes to achieve a lifted and lively eye look, with longer lengths in the middle for added elegance.
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Price and Where to Try: P3500 (Regular Branches) and P6500 (Prestige Branches), Prestige branches: Bonifacio High Street, Shangri-La The Fort, Edsa Shangri-La. Regular branches: Alabang, Las Pinas, Greenhills, Sgt. Esguerra QC, Mo. Ignacia QC, Libis QC, Glorietta 4 Makati, Sta. Rosa Laguna, Oakridge Cebu, Cagayan De Oro, Davao.
AVIGNON BACS ARCEBAL
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Avignon Syndeo Hydrafacial Face & Neck
Attaining a blemish-free complexion requires attentive and constant skincare regimens. Avignon Clinic goes the luxurious route with its Syndeo Hydrafacial, which, quite literally, sucks out impurities such as blackheads and dirt. Afterwards, premium serums are infused into the face, making any client visibly glow and feel lighter. Consistency is key with the Hydrafacial, as it ideally requires repetition every two weeks.
Price and Where to Try: P12,000/session, Avignon BGC
TOKYO GLAM BACS ARCEBAL
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Tokyo Glam Nail Art
The Japanese have nailed it! Exclusively stationed at the Mitsukoshi branch of Tokyo Glam, nail artist Saeko implements her years' worth of experience in creating masterpieces on one’s nails. In her own words, you can have any design you fancy painted onto your fingers with a precise yet gentle approach. Coupled with the salon’s relaxing ambiance, it’s the ideal pampering session to partake in.
Price and Where to Try: Starts at P1400, Mitsukoshi BGC
MARIE FRANCE BACS ARCEBAL
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Marie France Endermologie+
Gone are the days when body sculpting procedures were thought to be too painful to be effective. Marie France’s Endermologie+ is a non-invasive contouring treatment that, dare we say it, actually feels like a soothing massage. For forty minutes, a handheld device will knead on targeted areas to slowly break down fat and loosen the tissue around it. This pressured motion stimulates lymph flow to ease the removal of the unwanted waste and tightens the skin around it for a more cinched appearance by reactivating collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production. The best part? You just lay down for 40 minutes while the machine does everything for you.
Price and Where to Try: P6200/session, All Marie France Branches
CLARINS BACS ARCEBAL
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Clarins Youth Expert Facial
Imagine the most luxurious and relaxing spa day. That’s what you get with the Youth Expert Facial. What sets Clarins apart, aside from its almost 70 years of experience in the skincare and well-being industry, is its purely manual approach. There are no machines here, and instead, you get the expert strokes of trained therapists who lather your skin with the brand’s most potent skincare innovations while you catch a breath and take time off your busy day. The result? Plumper and firmer skin that leaves your skin—and your spirits—absolutely rejuvenated.
Price and Where to Try: P3600, Skin Spa Makati
EXTRAORDINAIL BACS ARCEBAL
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Extraordinail
Pressed for time? Press-ons, pun intended, might just be a godsend. A must-have for celebrities and influencers, Extraordinail makes their elaborate nail art available in handy, stick-on-yourself sets. You can expect the same precision and attention to detail you’d experience in their salons, and it’s completely customizable from length, and shape, to design.
Price and Where to Try: Starts at P1230, Greenhills, Tomas Morato, BGC, and At-home Services
FACIAL CARE CENTRE BACS ARCEBAL
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Facial Care Centre UltraV
UltraV sets a new standard in facial rejuvenation. This transformative face treatment takes beauty to new heights by reshaping and enhancing one's facial features without the need for surgery. Redefining the jawline, tightening the chin, and accentuating facial contours, the UltraV treatment is a testament to innovation in skincare. Using High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU), it utilizes focused ultrasound energy beams to lift and tighten the skin, providing a non-surgical jaw lift. This revolutionary approach visibly delivers a slimmer, more youthful appearance that's best achieved after only three sessions.
Price and Where to Try: P30,000/session, All Facial Care Centre Branches
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