Which products are really worth your money? Meet the Get The Gloss Beauty Awards 2022 winners
Whether you're in the market for a glow-getting serum, a scalp refresh or a game-changing bit of beauty tech these products handpicked by top industry judges are the best of the best. Meet the Get The Gloss Beauty Awards Winners for 2022.
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“Such high quality for the price form a brand that’s working hard for sustainability. It’s great for sensitive skin and beautiful milky texture that turns into such a light oil. Sn effective makeup remover” says, judge Nicola Bonn.
“Value for money, it cleanses the skin beautifully, I tested it on three things - matte lipstick, face powder and a waterproof eye pencil and it got everything off. The fragrance is lovely but not overpowering, I love the look of it too - they have really invested in good aesthetics. A lot of people still find the idea of a skincare routine confusing but they make it easy and accessible, both in the way they talk to the consumer and in price,” says, judge Dominic Skinner.
“An extremely hydrating and dewy essence that made my skin feel like a sponge. It has great hydrating ingredients, and supports the skin barrier. It’s so beautifully presented, a real treat” says, judge Dr Kemi Fabusiwa.
"It's extremely effective at decongesting and reducing inflammation and hyperpigmentation and leaves a nice glowy sheen on the skin. It's amazing value and it lasts a long time. A great option for brighter skin” says, judge Pippa Harman.
“When you are dealing with blemish-prone skin, people often will gravitate towards something drying. This formula contains urea, which can exfoliate and unclog pores as well as moisturise,” says, judge Alicia Lartey.
“A very well thought-out product dealing with all aspects of pigmentation such as inflammation and melanin and really easy to slot into your routine. A lovely texture too,” says, judge Alicia Lartey.
“Meder Beauty Arma-Lift Concentrate was a clear winner in this category. It combines synergistic ingredients like resveratrol, EGF peptides and plant stem cells with bio-polymers of microorganisms to create the ultimate age-well elixir” says, judge Dr Johanna Ward.
“Brightness, hydration, and suppleness packed into a mighty yellow bottle. A multi-tasking serum that transformed my parched skin into a delectable bouncing cushion. It ticks all the boxes, vegan, sustainable, refillable and botanical with clinically proven peptides. This one’s a keeper” says, judge Dr Ayah Siddiqi
“Not only instantly is it very comforting but it calms everything down quickly, a fast-acting calmer with squalane and ceramides for barrier repair, which is something that I look for because I experience redness. This was a standout winner in this category” says, judge Rose Gallagher.
"I was really impressed with the roundedness of the formulation; it didn't just have niacinamide but squalane and humectants and antioxidants making it a great all-rounder with the skin-balancing benefits of niacinamide. Great price too" says, judge Pippa Harman.
“When it comes to clinically effective skincare at a good price point Medik8 is right up there. They make retinoids accessible and understandable for everyone with their ladder system and bring results you can trust and that are backed by science” says, judge Dr Sophie Shotter.
“It’s potent, effective and you notice a difference within a week. It doesn’t break me out and it’s easy to layer. The brand's ethos is all about clinical research. Divine!” says, judge Dr Ewoma Ukeleghe.
“An award -winner that has made it onto my personal bathroom shelf. Using proprietary ingredients that enhance the absorption of other actives it’s easy to see why this is such a popular product with consumers. The balm-like texture feels rich and nourishing leaving the skin feel smoother and firmer” says, judge Dr Sophie Shotter.
“Even though it’s an overnight-intensive product, I also really enjoyed using it during the day. It remained hydrated for a long time - even after a cup of tea - it’s easy to carry around, and has a nice fresh smell. It ticked all the boxes including on price and sustainability” says, judge Rose Gallagher.
“If you told me I could have a lightweight SPF that didn’t irritate my eyes, felt luxurious to use, supported my skin against the harsh pollutants of today AND didn’t leave a white cast on my skin I wouldn’t believe you. But here we are! No irritation works as a brilliant makeup primer and protects my skin against all the light wavelengths. An SPF I will return to again and again” says, judge Dr Ayah.
“Calling something a face lift in a bottle sounds like a stretch, but I was pleasantly surprised by not only how wonderful my skin felt the next morning but also by how blemishes and sensitive areas were almost completely remedied. One use of this combo and I’m a convert and want to continue using it every day. That is the mark of an amazing skin transformer” says, judge Jasmine Hemsley.
“Love the research and development. I love all the ingredients, it is a very diverse product. It can be used on every skin tone, it’s gender-free/neutral. I love the smell, the texture and the results, I thoroughly enjoy using this” says, judge Dr Galyna Selezneva.
“These little overnight capsules are full of nutrients that make your skin feel great in the morning. Good for travelling - you can take only as many as you need” says, judge Mary Greenwell.
“This antioxidant oil with prebiotics for stressed-out skin, really protects, brightens and hydrates. It smells spa-like and super light on the skin. And perfect for balancing your skin” says, judge Mira Parmar.
“I love the texture, it’s easy to put on under makeup and is suitable for all skin types and is an environmentally conscious brand,” says, judge Dr Ewoma Ukeleghe.
“I love this product because it removes product buildup, dirt and pollution from the scalp, and a healthy scalp means healthy hair ” says, judge Hannah Gaboardi
“I’ve always been a huge admirer of Philip Kingsley as a trusted trichologist brand. I find so many people who come to me at the moment have build up from products and pollution and they aren't detoxing their hair. This is an effective and innovative product with eco packaging and us carbon negative too” says, judge George Northwood.
“I love the ease of use, it;s heat activated, leave-in. It has plant-based ingredients that repair the inner cortex of the cuticle and it gave the best performance in how the hair felt. I tried this one someone with bleached hair and her hair looked so much healthier” says, judge Neil Moodie.
“This was really effective at defining and moisturising my curls without weighing them down. Made in the UK and with beautiful recyclable packaging, this is a new discovery for me that I’ll 100 per cent be using again and again” says, judge Keshia East.
“A dryer with a powerful punch, for one so quiet and compact and big results. As a working makeup artist working on all types of hair and travelling constantly, this is now a firm fixture in my kit ” says, judge Mira Parmar.
“It’s a heat protector, a styler and it’s skincare for your hair, whatever your hair type. Plus it’s great on sustainability credentials" says, judge Mira Parmar.
"A very good everyday hydrator for hands. It's a decent size and easy to have on your desk and to take a couple of pumps throughout the day without making your laptop greasy” says, judge Madeleine Spencer.
“The scent was beautiful and it was richly foaming - a richly fragranced and indulgent body wash. I really enjoyed the rice protein and sodium hyaluronate formula which left my skin feeling healthy, supple and soft” says, judge Adeola Gboyega.
“I love how inclusive they are – everyone is invited to remove hair from any part of their body if they want to – and they acknowledge that some people also love their body hair. The product itself gives a great shave, it feels weighty plus it’s affordable and refillable” says, judge Nicola Bonn.
“Beautiful pigments and colour tones that are really flattering against different skin tones. You can really sculpt your brows with this product. It's long-lasting, it's smudge-proof and it gives a thicker yet still very natural look to your brows. It's really impressive” says, judge Nathalie Eleni.
"The colour payoff is extraordinary,you get two shades in one pan which means you can customise it. It gives a healthy finish without chalkiness or shimmer, which is really hard to achieve with shades that show up every skin colour from the pale to the very dark” says, judge Madeleine Spencer.
“Such a good all-rounder, not only does it's colour correct so great for people with problem skin or redness, but it also has the protection of SPF 50. You can use it as a tinted moisturiser or a heavier base, it’s so versatile, it works for everyone and the shade range is good" says, judge Bryony Blake.
"Really wearable, really hydrating, easy to apply, with enough colour to enhance your lip and make it look healthy without the commitment of a lipstick, anyone can wear” says, judge Nathalie Eleni.
“I love the sleek packaging, it really made me want to spend time with skincare and my skin looked so much better afterwards. It rolls smoothly over the skin without dragging. It encourages you to make a relaxing ritual out of your skincare” says, judge Dr Kemi Fabusiwa.
“This is what innovation is about. It has taken the concept of LED technology and made it customisable using this red, blue and NIR light via a very user-friendly and truly cordless light at a great price. I’m definitely keeping this!” says, judge Olivia Falcon.
“I recommend this to so many people and it’s a standard in my kit. Incredible value for what it does, you can use it in about 15 different ways. When your cream shadow has cracked and dried in the pot, you mix a bit of it. Skin Food in and brings it back to life” says, judge Bryony Blake.
“This reissue is both old and new and gives me all the 90’s nostalgic feels from when I was a teenager. But back then affordable makeup looked ashy on darker skin, but this is good quality makeup at a good price for all skin tones” says, judge Ateh Jewel.
"This brand is the epitome of sustainable luxury - the products feel and smell amazing and the care is taken not only with the packaging and design goes so much deeper. Everything is sourced and foraged locally in one farm where organic practices are at the forefront. It uses COSMOS-certified ingredients which is an important factor for me. Using their own wool in packaging boxes means it is automatically biodegradable and circular all in one fell swoop. An amazing brand" says, judge Jasmine Hemsley.
“The formulation with clinically evidenced levels of actives is innovative and I love the instant radiance you get. They have really taken into account the changes that happen in the skin in menopause” says, judge Fiona Brackenbury.
“It’s like putting a beautiful face cream all over your body, it’s a great big pot of indulgence. It comes in a luxurious glass bottle and ticks all my boxes” says, judge Ruby Hammer.