The beauty gods blessed us with exciting innovations, envelope-pushing trends and unconventional icons this year, all of which made us reimagine the way we make ourselves up.
In keeping with our mission to stay on top of the latest and greatest, we tried just about every new shade of burgundy lipstick, swiped on the glossiest nail polish colors and dyed our locks with the most vibrant at-home hair color kits.
From game-changers to old favorites, below are our Best in Beauty award winners for 2014. Tell us if you're fans of any of these products.
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1
Marc Jacobs Beauty Remedy Concealer Pen
Our sleepy under-eyes perk right up as soon as we apply this concealer formulated with skin-plumping ingredients like caffeine and collagen. Plus, it glides on seamlessly thanks to the cooling metal applicator. $39, Sephora.com
2
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Skin Foundation Stick
While Brown makes it super easy to get gorgeous while on the go with this foundation stick, we prefer to use a brush to buff the makeup onto our face until it's positively glowing. $44, BobbiBrownCosmetics.com
3
Stiks Cosmetiks Lipstik
Our minds were literally blown when fashion and beauty editor Julee Wilson introduced us to this crazy-cool lipstick with its angled tube and flip top. No more smeared makeup while taking a bumpy cab ride! $20, StiksCosmetiks.com
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4
MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Multi-Effect Lash
We achieve the blackest and longest eyelashes in mere seconds by using this mascara -- no lash curler necessary. $22, MACCosmetics.com
5
Hourglass 1.5MM Mechanical Gel Eye Liner
You know that sultry, sophisticated yet thinly-lined look stars like Kim Kardashian and Kristen Stewart love? Well, you can easily recreate it with this gel liner that gets real close to the waterline without irritating your eyes. $45, Barneys.com
6
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
If our brows could talk, they'd thank us for putting down those heavy powders and picking up this fine-pointed pencil-and-spooly brush created by the queen of well-groomed brows, Anastasia Soare. $21, Nordstrom.com
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Flower Beauty Kiss Me Twice Lip & Cheek Chubby
HuffPost Style associate editor Chanel Parks proudly uses this tinted stick all over her face. But if your complexion is in need of a hint of color, you can gently dab it onto the apples of your cheeks and at the center of your pout (blending outward with your fingertips). $9.98, Walmart.com
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Chanel Rouge Allure Gloss
Long-lasting, luminous and loaded with hydrating vitamin E, this luxury lip gloss has earned its rightful place in our makeup bags. $34, Chanel.com
9
it Complexion Perfection Brush
This ultra-soft synthetic brush boasts an angled flat top that helps to apply foundation evenly and work product around your nose, eyes and lips. $24, Ulta.com
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10
Eyeko Mascara Off Eye Makeup Remover Wipes
Sure Eyeko is known for their liquid liners. But don't skip the brand's impressive eye makeup remover wipes that dissolve even the toughest pigments and powders in a matter of seconds. $9, Eyeko.com
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Jane Carter Solution Revitalizing Leave-In Conditioner
Not many people (us included) remember the benefits of adding a leave-in conditioner to their daily hair routine. We've made a stronger commitment to the oft-skipped step by spritzing on this lightweight and refreshingly scented product to our dry, parched strands. $9, JaneCarterSolution.com
12
Wen Winter White Citrus Cleansing Conditioner
We've been hooked on celebrity stylist Chaz Dean's Wen hair line for quite some time. But once we got our hands on this yummy-smelling cleansing conditioner, our wash days have become less annoying. $40, Wen.com
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13
Hair Rules Curly Whip
The curly-haired ladies of HuffPost Style reach for this cream to loosen and defrizz their kinky coils when wet-styling. $24, HairRules.com
14
Harry Josh Pro Tools Detangling Brush
Thick, coarse hair meet your new best friend. This detangling paddle brush makes blow-drying a breeze and also works wonders as a scalp massager. $20, Dermstore.com
15
John Frieda Color Refreshing Gloss
This at-home hair gloss hides faded roots and leaves behind a salon-worthy shine that almost makes us reconsider booking pricey colorist appointments. $11.99, Target.com
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Garnier Fructis Style De-Constructed Texture Tease Dry Touch Finish Spray
Women with flat, fine hair will appreciate the fullness this dry spray creates with just a few spritzes. There's no sticky build-up either! $3.49, Target.com
17
Oribe Masque For Beautiful Color
The maintenance costs for colored hair can really add up. To restore shine and repair hair cuticles, we recommend massaging this product from root to tip on a lazy Saturday for a deep conditioning treatment. $59, Barneys.com
18
Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat
Trust us, there is no better top coat out there. Period. $9.95, Ulta.com
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TenOverTen The Foundation Base Coat
Okay, okay. We know that base coats are often overlooked when it comes to DIY manicures. However, your polish will adhere better and last longer if you prep with this product. $18, Sephora.com
20
Julep Ta Da! Quick Dry Drops
These quick dry drops not only help to get your mani to seal faster but its sweet almond oil, vitamin E and ylang ylang-infused formula nourishes cuticles. $14, Julep.com
21
Smith & Cult Nail Polish In Vegas Post Apocalyptic
This isn't your average glitter nail polish. The shimmering lavender and rose gold flecks float in a clear base that wears beautifully on all skin tones. $18, Net-A-Porter.com
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22
La Mer 'The Eye Concentrate'
If you're able to snag this highly-coveted eye cream, make sure to keep it close. Dark circles and wrinkles diminish over time thanks to the antioxidants and minerals inside the tiny jar. We prefer to store our La Mer in the fridge and smooth on cold for a luxurious at-home spa experience. $190, Nordstrom.com
23
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate
We swear that applying this serum twice a day to freshly cleansed face has helped to minimize fine lines and dark spots. $84, Macys.com
24
Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser
As a new mom, HuffPost Style editor Julee Wilson pays extra attention to the types of beauty products she uses. But she has no worries when washing her face with this gentle cleanser that's free of harsh alcohols and soaps. $75, TataHarperSkincare.com
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25
Dr. Jart+ Brightening Infusion Hydrogel Mask
While running around backstage at New York Fashion Week these past two seasons, we noticed many models wearing these "scary" face masks. The gel sheets have complexion correcting effects that after just 20 minutes soothe and hydrate inflamed/irritated skin. $7.50, Sephora.com
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Nubian Heritage Mango Butter Soap
After a long day of work, this all-natural bar soap washes away dirt and sweat and moisturizes skin with ingredients like shea butter, coconut oil and honey. $4.49, VitaminShoppe.com
27
Laneige Water Bank Moisture Cream
We let out a loud squeal when Target introduced this premium South Korean cosmetics brand to its stores. Before heading to bed, we like to smooth on this cream so that we wake up with supple skin. $32, Target.com
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Rituals Zensation Shower Foam
It's going to take a lot of convincing for us to go back to traditional body washes after switching to this shower gel that lathers into a rich foam that leaves skin soft and smelling fresh. $15, Rituals.com
29
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50
Don't be misled by the packaging, this isn't your ordinary toner. It exfoliates, tones and conditions skin, leaving behind a lit-from-within glow. To order, visit Biologique-Recherche.com
30
Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
This cult product has a refreshing peppermint scent that makes us want to lick our lips all day long. But to curb our craving, we put this on before our favorite red lipstick so that it stays smooth. $3.30, BurtsBees.com
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Crest Be Inspired Vanilla Mint Toothpaste
If you take oral hygiene just as seriously as we do, then you're going to love brushing with this flavorful fluoride toothpaste that cleans teeth and leaves behind a sweet aftertaste even after rinsing. $3.49, Target.com
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Supersmile Crystal Collection Toothbrush
This may be the most expensive toothbrush we've ever owned, but it's worth every single penny. The sleek crystal design stands out on any bathroom counter, and the 45-degree angle of the nylon bristles take the guesswork out of brushing according to your dentist's instructions. $15, Drugstore.com
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Band-Aid Bandages By J.Crew
The Lifestyle editors here at HuffPost couldn't wait until we ended up with a boo-boo to cover up with these trendy bandages. $5, JCrew.com
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34
Dollar Shave Club The 4X
After gifting our guys a subscription to this monthly grooming service, we ended up falling in love with this four-blade razor that's easy to maneuver for a super close shave. $6 per month, DollarShaveClub.com
35
Tom Ford Conditioning Beard Oil
Mr. Ford combines skin-and-hair softening oils like jojoba, grapeseed and almond with his signature woodsy-vanilla scents to create a topnotch beard oil. $50, NeimanMarcus.com
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Bond No. 9 New York 'New Haarlem' Fragrance
Both men and women will appreciate this scent, which conjures thoughts of hidden speakeasies with its alluring notes of patchouli, vanilla and bergamot. $180, Nordstrom.com
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Tom Dixon Orientalist Scented Candle
Warm notes of cinnamon, rose petals and spicy herbs give this scented candle an earthy, exotic fragrance that lights up any room. $80, MrPorter.com
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