{"id":3228,"date":"2026-09-30T10:59:11","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T02:59:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nichebeaty.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/30\/readers-choice-awards-makeup-nails\/"},"modified":"2026-09-30T10:59:11","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T02:59:11","slug":"readers-choice-awards-makeup-nails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nichebeaty.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/30\/readers-choice-awards-makeup-nails\/","title":{"rendered":"Readers\u2019 Choice Awards: Makeup & Nails"},"content":{"rendered":"

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From foundations that photograph flawlessly to the mascaras readers reach for on repeat, these are the makeup must-haves that earned top marks this year.<\/p>\n

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FAVORITE TUBING MASCARA<\/h2>\n

\u201cThe tubing formula coats my lashes beautifully, adding noticeable length and volume. It does not flake during the day, and removal is incredibly easy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alex J., Age 41, California<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $26<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Thrive<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2<\/span> \/ 27<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAVORITE LIP BALM<\/h2>\n

\u201cI love all the shades of this lip balm! It\u2019s moisturizing, not sticky at all and stays on so well!\u201d<\/p>\n

Jamy T., Age 55, Maryland<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $24<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Summer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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3<\/span> \/ 27<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAVORITE CONCEALER FOR DARK CIRCLES<\/h2>\n

\u201cThis concealer blends seamlessly under my eyes without creasing. I can just tap it in with my fingers, no brush needed.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beth G., Age 60, Ohio<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $13<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Maybelline<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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4<\/span> \/ 27<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAVORITE POWDER FOUNDATION<\/h2>\n

\u201cI have been using Laura Geller\u2019s powder foundation for as long as I can remember! I love the way it goes on and the coverage it provides.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lueta B., Age 83, Georgia<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $38<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Laura<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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5<\/span> \/ 27<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAVORITE BROW PENCIL<\/h2>\n

\u201cThis is my favorite eyebrow pencil because I get the most natural-looking results! It gives me natural, wispy-looking eyebrow hairs. It is the one makeup staple in my makeup bag that I will never change.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sarah B., Age 50, California<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $26<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Anastasia<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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6<\/span> \/ 27<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAVORITE FULL-COVERAGE CONCEALER<\/h2>\n

\u201cShape Tape is the best-priced and best-working concealer I\u2019ve ever tried! Perfect consistency and it stays on all day!\u201d<\/p>\n

Heath P., Age 44, California<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $32<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"tarte<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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7<\/span> \/ 27<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAVORITE EYELINER<\/h2>\n

\u201cThis eyeliner truly stays in place with both mattes and glimmering shades. It\u2019s worth every single penny!\u201d<\/p>\n

Laura C., Age 53, Kentucky<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $23<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Urban<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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FAVORITE LIQUID FOUNDATION<\/h2>\n

\u201cIt is a perfect \u2018my skin, but better\u2019 foundation: not too matte, not too dewy\u2014a perfect satin finish. It is long-lasting and comfortable to wear.\u201d<\/p>\n

Veronica M., Age 38, Oregon<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $69<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Armani<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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FAVORITE BROW SERUM<\/h2>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve had an area on one of my eyebrows that was completely absent of hair. After using this serum for only a few weeks, the hairs are finally returning!\u201d<\/p>\n

Cynthia D., Age 71, Alabama<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $73<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Grande<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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FAVORITE HIGHLIGHTER<\/h2>\n

\u201cI ADORE this product. The sponge applicator is amazing, and the color and glow I get from it are like no other product I\u2019ve tried!\u201d<\/p>\n

Darlene N., Age 39, South Carolina<\/em><\/p>\n

BUY NOW \u2013 $44<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"Charlotte<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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FAVORITE LIP GLOSS WITH SPF<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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