Take Note — These Are the Best Beauty Products of 2018, According to Our Editors

"I am a very lazy human by nature, which means I do next to nothing in treating the sporadic pimples that pop up on my face every now and again. That said, the Peace Out Acne Healing Dots ($19) — a fancier version of your standard hydrocolloid bandage — require practically zero effort: all you do is gently prick your whitehead, slap one on, and fall asleep. By the time you peel it off in the morning, your blemish will be (at least by my scientific evaluation) 95 percent smaller. Not even the laziest person can argue with that." — Kelsey Castañon, senior beauty editor

"Once you go Fenty, you don't go back. 'Tis true. Flyliner Longwear Liquid Eyeliner ($20) is the perfect liquid liner; I know the gravity of my words, and I mean them. As if the product inside the package wasn't already fantastic, the way the pen is shaped is really what made me a devoted fan. Its triangular shape fits between your fingers so nicely, it's second nature picking it up. Plus, the shade 'Cuz I'm Black' is insanely pigmented and totally fluid." — Kirbie Johnson, host and senior reporter, Beauty

"Even though I have dozens of serums in my medicine cabinet, I've never found one that combines all my wishlist ingredients. . . until now. With the Skinceuticals Custom D.O.S.E. Serum ($195), a custom serum from Skinceuticals, I was able to work with my derm to create my dream formula (think retinol and hyaluronic acid and brightening ingredients). While it's pricey, and you can only get it in a doctor's office, customized skin care is a huge trend right now, and I have a feeling we're going to be seeing a lot more of this serum soon." — DD

"Annie Lawless is a successful entrepreneur who set out to create a makeup line that was equal parts glam, clean, and pretty to look at. She succeeded. This year, the brand turned one, and one of the launches that stole my heart was the Woke Up Like This Foundation ($46). This year was chock-full of foundation launches, but I keep going back to this one in particular because I like how it's full coverage but doesn't feel like full coverage. It's not cakey, and it's suitable for dry, combination, and sensitive skin types because it doesn't include silicone, fragrance, or parabens. If you're not a full-coverage person, you can sheer it out beautifully with a sponge. I feel good wearing it and know I'm not jeopardizing my skin with a full-coverage foundation, either." — KJ

"My deep under eye circles need a serious tone-corrector in addition to concealer. All the layers of product can start to look cake-y, which is why I'm obsessed with the thin consistency of Kaja Cat Nap Under Eye Brightener ($19). It's got a peach-tone that completely knocks out my near black and blue coloured eyes and makes me look well-rested (even though I never am)." — Sarah Siegel, assistant beauty editor

"Having held the (somewhat uneducated) opinion that eyelash serums were a scam and a waste of money, I was well and truly proven wrong after trying Hairburst Lash and Brow Serum ($44), (here's the proof), and although this isn't a *new* product this year, there was a reformulation and a change in the brush making it easier than ever to get the healthiest lashes yet." — TC

"When the lip powder trend emerged, I was intrigued, but not necessarily sold: why put a dry powder on my lips to accentuate every line and crevice? Urban Decay touted its Lo-Fi Lip Mousse ($22), and I understood the hype. The whipped consistency is perfect when applying with your finger, depositing a gorgeous stain of colour without any flakes or cracks. That same consistency makes it feel virtually weightless, too. I tell people if they want to try a bold shade but are worried about upkeep, go with LoFi — it's a fail-proof way to rock a head-turning lip." — KJ

"Thanks to the Olay Pore Detox Black Charcoal Mask Stick ($14), taking care of my skin has never been more convenient. This is a mask you can apply straight from the packageing, making them portable and mess-free. They also don't dry down completely, meaning you'll never get ugly flakes all over your couch and are perfect for secretly masking in the bathroom of your new significant other's apartment." — SS

"To say my skin has been hurting is an understatement. Between the quick shift to wintery weather in New York and the pre-existing dryness of my cheeks, I'd been in search for masks, moisturisers, serums — basically anything — that can calm the irritated areas of my face. Tatcha The Indigo Cream Soothing Skin Protectant ($85) is the one cream that has been emollient enough to do that for me with long-lasting results. Immediately after applying the buttery cream, my skin feels soothed, and looks less red. My skin doesn't just absorb it either — it will actually stay hydrated all day (until I apply it again)." — JC

"PRETTY SHINY THINGS! This baby popped up on my desk a few weeks back, and I noticed how small the packageing was, but let me tell you: it's mighty. Make Up For Ever Star Lit Diamond Powder ($26) is so gorgeous, you'll want to bathe in it. And you can — it's for your face and body! I love putting it on my eyes, on top of lipstick, and using it as a highlight. It's an ultrafine sparkling powder that will have you shining bright like a diamond. It's super blendable, so you can sheer it out or glow for the gods. Plus, a little goes a long way." — KJ

"If you want smaller-looking pores and a product that works just as well as, if not better than, your makeup primer, grab a bottle of Dr. Brandt Pores No More Mattifying Hydrator ($48). I talk about this product so much that people have asked if I work for the brand. It really is THAT moisturiser. As someone with combination skin, I worried that this would dry me out, but it doesn't. It keeps my skin feeling moisturised without excess oil, and I notice that my skin looks virtually poreless after I use it. It truly lives up to the name." — KJ