As 2016 draws to a close, we can’t help but look back on the last 12 months and indulge ourselves in what beauty products have been our Holy Grails. In the gallery below, the beautyheaven team and members share some of their ‘can’t live without’ products that have taken prime position in their beauty bags this year.
From big wins with brow buys, to the ultimate matte lippy, check out the top beauty product discoveries of 2016…
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NYX Micro Brow Pencil
“Mine is definitely the NYX Micro Brow Pencil, it’s changed my brow game dramatically! Easy to use, great shade selection and I love that it’s micro.” – bh member Kendall Jayne
FOREO LUNA 2 Sensitive Skin
“I am in love, and use it daily, morning and night religiously. My skin is loving it! So soft, smooth, glowing, hydrated, and my humongous pores are not clogging any more and are always smooth and clean. Even when having periods, I get no more breakouts, zero now.” – bh member Yohanna
Dermalogica Daily Resurfacer™
“A few swipes of this little exfoliating pad, and my skin looks and feels like I’ve had a facial! My skin looks refreshed, brighter and free from flakes, and my makeup applies like a dream.” – bh’s Rosie
Maybelline New York Vivid Matte Liquid Lip Colour
“These lipsticks have been the ultimate find for me in 2016. I picked one up expecting to use it occasionally. I have now added new colours to my collection and I love it. It is now my go-to lipstick as it has beautiful colour, it’s long lasting and it does not dry out my lips. I feel like I am a matte convert now.” – bh member Stephanie2494
Sukin Cream Cleanser
“What a life changer! A few months ago I realised that gel cleansers aren’t working for my skin. I always misinterpreted my skin as oily and acne-prone, but really it’s just dry and needed some different love and hydration. I love the fact that it has natural ingredients too! And it just smells AMAZING. Oh and great for travelling as it’s small enough to fit in a beauty bag and the pump can be locked so product won’t come running out. I’ll definitely keep using this one and will try more from the same brand too.” – bh’s Mel
Benefit Gimme Brow
“This year I’ve fallen head over heels for Benefit Gimme Brow. Obviously it’s a cult product, so I really can’t believe it took me this long to try it. I love that this micro-fibre formula adheres to my existing brow hairs and builds easily so they look thick and lush. It has a slightly wet finish, which means I can then brush any wayward hairs into submission for the perfect, full shape before it sets. The end look is really natural – my brows, but better! I’m obsessed!” – bh’s Beth
Alpha-H Liquid Gold
“This stuff is amazing! I had seen YouTubers raving about how it helped to clear up their skin, so I decided to give it a go and it has made such a difference. My pigmentation has faded a great deal, my blemishes are now few and far between and my skin is so much more glowy! You put it on at night after cleansing and leave it on by itself like a mask, so it’s great for lazy girls like me.” – bh’s Kate
Poni Cosmetics White Knight Mascara
“I was lucky to receive it in a bh discovery bag and have been using it ever since! I am able to achieve volume and length, while never getting panda eyes or flaking. Removal is so easy too.” – bh member IndieAna
Maybelline New York FITme Concealer
“This concealer is amazing for hiding blemishes and dark circles! It’s lightweight, super easy to blend and is a great dupe for a much more expensive concealer by a brand that rhymes with Mars…” – bh’s Sophie
Benefit 3D BROWtones
“I don’t know what I have been doing without this. My eyebrows now look thick and full, but trim and neat. It stays on for ages and doesn’t look too over-groomed either which is important to me.” – bh member Cscoular
Vanessa Megan Cryō Facelift Ice Cube Treatment
“I really love this treatment. It gives my face a really refreshing hit, and my skin looks so much brighter after use. It’s my go-to for summer!” – bh’s Astrid
Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Foam
“Joining the beautyheaven team definitely opened my eyes (and bathroom cabinet) to so many amazing beauty discoveries, but my favourite new find has to be Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Foam. This foam has completely changed my tanning routine for the better, no more ‘Thursday tan nights’ and lengthy tan-prep steps. I simply just apply this lightweight foam post-shower, like a daily moisturiser for a natural glow that I can build up and maintain 24/7. I’m in love!” – bh’s Steph
Ultraceuticals Ultra Protective Antioxidant Complex
“[This is] the one product I would pick if I must pick one! I love the feel, texture [and] aroma of this product. [It also offers] protection against the environment and visible signs of premature ageing and works great as a primer too!” – bh member Kassalee
Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Makeup SPF 10
“It has made my Holy Grail list this year. I had heard a lot of great things about it so thought I would give it a whirl. I have oily skin and by the end of the day, my foundation usually has started to slide off my face or become patchy. This foundation however stays put all day. It doesn’t budge – even on a really humid day. It also doesn’t break out my skin. I am very happy to pay the $52 price tag for this little gem.” – bh’s Bianca
Simplicité Plant Gel Cleanser – Normal/Dry
“It is not only natural but it is also really gentle on my skin. My skin is sensitive but also dry at the same time and this product used morning and night does not dry it out but leaves it feeling clean and fresh :).” – bh’s Alicia
