Five must-have beauty products chosen by the experts
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Beauty 100: Five beauty products the experts can't live without
The results are in! Our team of experts tried hundreds of
lotions and potions to come up with our annual list of superstar
products. These five items were specifically selected by our panel of hair and makeup artists, and one dermatologist, as the item they absolutely love.
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Get glowing
"This is a cream textured highlighter that comes with two colours in one package. It is the only highlighter I use on cheekbones and temples to give a beautiful dewy look in HD without looking glittery or too shiny."
-Tracy Peart, makeup artist for Breakfast Television Toronto and CityLine, Citytv
Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy Natural Highlighter in Gold Luster, $13. Carmindy.com.
Sun smarts
"I always recommend sunscreen and I particularly like Neutrogena and La Roche-Posay."
- Dr. Howard Yanofsky, dermatologist
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen, $16. Neutrogena.
Eye candy
"I always have these eyeshadows with me. The unique texture is a liquid-to-powder. Once applied on the lid, the water evaporates and the product transforms into a subtle iridescent shadow that lasts all day."
-Amélie Bruneau-Longpré, makeup artist, co-owner of La Boîte à maquillage
Ombres d'Eau, $37. Chanel.
No water required
"For the perfect model hair, I like dry shampoos. Basic ones are great but Bumble and Bumble has one to suit your hair colour."
-Justin German, hair stylist, Shagg Salon
Hair Powder, $50. Bumble and Bumble.
Wonder tool
"Probably the best brush on the market. It's not cheap, but you'll have it for a lifetime. I use it to create ponytails, to make loose curls look more natural and to make straight hair shine without creating static."
-Leslie-Ann Thomson, hair and makeup artist
Boar and Nylon Brush, approximately $183. Pir Cosmetics.
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