Best Makeup Primer (Glow)
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According to GRAZIA Singapore fashion editor Kelly Hsu, this primer excels at providing that coveted glass-skin effect. She noted, “With SPF50+, it doubles as both sun protection and a radiant base. Makeup layers on top without issue, and it’s perfect for days when you want a glowy, luminous complexion.”
Glowplay Lightful C3 Tone-Up Primer SPF50+/PA+++
Best Foundation (Cushion)
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There’s nothing better than a high-performance hybrid foundation, and this cushion from Dior Beauty is an absolute dream to use. “The foundation blends seamlessly, providing high coverage without feeling heavy,” gushed GRAZIA Singapore associate editor Cheryl Lai-Lim. It doesn’t stop there—she goes on to add, “My skin felt hydrated, and the radiant finish gave an instant healthy glow. I love that there's also SPF added to this.”
Forever Hydra Glow Cushion
Best Foundation (Liquid—Glow)
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This foundation can do no wrong, if you ask external panellist Layyi. She revealed, “This foundation, which applies best with a sponge, was so easy to blend. I love that it feels like skincare but also makes my complexion look healthy and glowing from the inside out.”
Unlimited Care Tsuya Serum Foundation
Best Foundation (Liquid—Matte)
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Forget everything you thought you knew about CC creams, IT Cosmetics is flipping the script. GRAZIA Singapore digital writer Danisha Liang shared, “I love how this foundation has a skin-like, breathable finish but still completely blurs and perfects my skin. Even after 10 hours, my skin looked flawless.”
CC+Cream Full-Coverage Foundation SPF 50
Best Foundation (Skin Tint)
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With its blendable formulation and natural matte finish, this skin tint delivers on all fronts. “This tint applies like a dream and makes my skin look amazing—it's soft and flawless. After it dries down, it feels just like a second skin”, remarked project manager Vanessa Chia. Your no-makeup makeup days will never look better.
Blueberry Nutri Tint SPF20
Best Concealer
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With high coverage and a thin, skin-like finish, this concealer is the best of both worlds. “This Dior concealer sits nicely on the skin, without settling into my fine lines or cracking throughout the day”, notes external panellist Lee.
Forever Skin Correct
Best Powder (Loose)
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This loose powder impressed all those who tried it. External panellist Alexander, especially, loved this product for its instant blurring effects. She added, “This powder held up well in Singapore’s intense humidity. My skin stayed matte but wasn’t dry, so it felt very comfortable.”
Soft Matte Translucent Loose Powder
Best Powder (Pressed)
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As GRAZIA Singapore fashion features editor Pameyla Cambe discovered, this pressed powder gives off just the right amount of mattifying power. She pointed out, “The product didn't emphasise my lines or feel cakey. With the attached puff, applying the product to reduce shine was a piece of cake.”
Sheer Finish Blurring Powder
Best Makeup Fixer
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Keep your makeup on lock with this setting spray from Anastasia Beverly Hills. GRAZIA Singapore digital writer Danisha Liang shared, “I love this ultra-fine mist of this setting spray, because it evenly sets my makeup without any shift or disruption.”
Impeccable Setting Spray
Best Highlighter
WHY IT WON:
Perfecting a soft glow has been made easy, thanks to this highlighting powder from Nars. Panellist Khan noted, “This product gave my skin a pearlescent, candlelit radiance. Rather than sitting on top of my base makeup, it melted into it, with a soft blur across my cheekbones.”
Light Reflecting™ Luminizing Powder
Best Blusher (Powder)
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This blush blew panellist Khan away with its intense pigment that lasted all day. She shared, “The product glided onto the skin and immediately blurred out the skin’s texture, just like magic. There was no chalkiness, no patchiness—just pure, controlled pigment that melted into the skin. If you’re after a statement blush that photographs beautifully, this is it."
Make Me Blush Bold Blurring Blush
Best Blusher (Cream)
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According to panellist Ho, this duo-purpose balm is an excellent choice for beginners. “The intensity of this blush can be built up naturally, and the finish is dewy and glowy—perfect for light makeup days.” We’re giving it extra points for its travel-friendly packaging.
Beautiful Skin Lip & Cheek Glow
Best Blusher (Liquid)
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Blendable, pigmented and powdery in finish, this blush is fuss-free and foolproof. Just ask project manager Vanessa Chia, who said, “A little goes a long way with this blush. And I love that its formula is buildable as well, which makes achieving your desired look so effortless.”
Blush Filter
Best Multitasking Blusher (Cream)
WHY IT WON:
The cream-to-serum texture of this blush’s formula wowed our panel. Panellist Wijetunge noted, “This blush applied with ease, gliding on and blending seamlessly with my base. The colour payoff is great, and it melted into the skin naturally, leaving a matte-satin finish that felt light and comfortable.”
Glow With Confidence Sun Cream Blush
Best Eyebrow Product
WHY IT WON:
Anastasia Beverly Hills is known for their eyebrow products, and this one, in particular, lived up to the expectations of GRAZIA Singapore associate editor Cheryl Lai-Lim. She asserted, “The formula gave my brows natural-looking volume and tint without feeling stiff. I’m impressed by how long-lasting and water-resistant it is—my brows even survived a music festival without budging.”
Volumizing Tinted Brow Gel
Best Eyeliner
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This eyeliner is precise, smudge-proof and transfer-proof, according to panellist Wijetunge. She gushed, “The first stroke of this eyeliner really set the tone. It glided across my lash line with no dragging—just an even flow of color.” She continued, “I liked that I could keep it subtle with a fine flick or build it into a bolder wing without losing precision.”
Trait d'Hermès Precision Eyeliner
Best Eyeshadow
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Sleek and slim with just the right touch of pigment, these eyeshadow sticks are the perfect on-the-go companions. Panellist Lee said, “I love that this formula doesn’t sink into the fine lines on my lids, and doesn’t crease with time.”
Dazzleshadow Eye Stick
Best Mascara
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For natural lashes with a doll-like charm, this mascara is the one to choose. Panellist Khan shared, “It coated my lashes nicely from root to tip and gave a fanned-out, defined effect.
The formula is thin, which allows me to layer on more product without clumping. My lashes looked fluttery and refined.”
Vertigo Lift Mascara
Best Lip Serum
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This viral lip serum sure lives up to the hype, according to panellist Layyi. She notably remarked, “The application was a dream, thanks to the donut-shaped silicon applicator, which was amazing at massaging and spreading the product onto my lips. The formula feels buttery and smooth, effectively coating my lips without being too thick or sticky.”
Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum
Best Lipstick (Matte)
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A true luxury statement, this matte lipstick impressed panellist Amelia Alexander with its creamy, silky texture. “The formula coats lips evenly with intense colour payoff, while keeping them hydrated,” she shared. The subtle powdery rose scent and luxe packaging make it a standout addition to any lipstick collection.
31 Le Rouge
Best Lipstick (Shine)
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Red lipstick doesn’t have to be intimidating, and GRAZIA Singapore associate editor Cheryl Lai-Lim proves it with this Hermès formula. “It applies sheer yet buildable, so one swipe gives a natural wash of colour, and a few layers build up to a striking true red,” she says. The nourishing formula keeps lips hydrated and comfortable, while the shade gradually softens into a polished, rosy tone over time. “It’s my go-to red for effortless pops of colour, perfect for anyone wanting a softer, wearable red.”
Rouge Brillant Silky Lipstick in Rouge Casaque
Best Lipgloss
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This airy gloss impressed panellist Layyi with its lightweight, non-sticky texture. “Despite feeling thin, it’s more pigmented than most glosses, so I often wear it alone for an easy everyday look,” she said. The long-lasting formula keeps lips moisturised and maintains its shine, even through drinks and snacks, making touch-ups less frequent.
Lipglass Air Lip Gloss
Best Lip Stain/Lip Tint
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This velvety matte lip stain impressed panellist Elle Wijetunge from the first swipe. “It glided on smoothly with perfect colour payoff, and the rounded-edge applicator made precision a breeze,” she shared. The blurred, soft-focus finish gave her lips a chic, diffused look. “It felt velvety at first, though dried slightly tacky if layered too heavily. A light layer wore beautifully.” The staying power was a standout—lasting over nine hours, even through meals, fading gracefully without patchiness.
YSL The Inks Blur (Matte)
Best Lip Oil
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Sleek, refined, and treatment-focused, this lip oil won over GRAZIA Singapore fashion editor Kelly Hsu with its nourishing formula. “The shade Black Currant swatched brighter than expected, and the final look depends on your natural lip tone,” she notes. A mild cooling tingle hinted at its plumping effect. “It adds subtle shine and a touch of volume, keeping my lips comfortable all day, even if the colour doesn’t last as long and needs reapplication.”
Plumping Lip Serum
Best Lip Balm
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Slick, chic, and subtly clever, this Prada lip balm impressed GRAZIA Singapore’s art director Marisa Xin. “The triangle tip makes application effortless, and the formula glides on smoothly without leaving any heavy film,” she says. The Astral Pink shade gives a delicate, buildable flush—perfect for those who prefer soft colour. “Most importantly, it keeps my lips hydrated from within, even after eating or drinking, which is a rarity for me!”