Chick Picks '09: Best of Makeup

| Sunday November 15, 2009

If you’re a makeup junkie like some of us at ChickAdvisor HQ (*ahem*), you may have a containment problem. The newest innovations in cosmetics have our makeup bags bursting at the seams... does this sound familiar?

ChickAdvisor members are savvy shoppers. If you’re looking for a recommendation on the perfect blush or concealer, you’ve come to the right place! What were your top picks in makeup for 2009?

Best Blush: Nars Orgasm Blush is a cult classic for a reason. The peachy-pink glow leaves a radiant flush flattering to most skin tones.

Best Bronzer: Rimmel London Natural Bronzer scored as a cost-effective alternative to a high-end product.

Best Concealer: Benefit Erase Paste and Boi-ing tied for top honours. You raved that the easy-blend formulas cover and brighten instantly.

Best Powder: You said MAC Studio Fix delivers flawless coverage with the versatility of a powder or foundation.

Best Foundation: Long-time Hotlist resident Bare Escentuals I.D. Bare Minerals was your pick for its light and natural look and wear.

Best Eye Liner: MAC Fluidliner and L’Oreal HiP Colour Truth Cream Liner tied for their easy application and smudge-free results.

Best Eye Shadow: You love MAC's highly pigmented eye shadows for their quality and variety. The higher price point is well worth the result.

Best Mascara: CoverGirl's LashBlast Mascara got rave reviews from our Product Review Club for delivering dramatic, voluminous lashes. The latest LashBlast (Length) looks promising, too.

Best Lip Gloss: Lancome Juicy Tubes are loved for the sheer colour and long-lasting shine. C.O. Bigelow's Ultra Mentha Lip Shine also contends for top spot with a blast of fresh-breath feel for those 'iffy moments'.

Best Lip Balm: Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm - what's not to love? This Hotlist topper works well and is so affordable. 'Nuff said.

Best Lip Liner: A classic neutral that compliments most skin tones, reviewers of Annabelle's lip liner in Spice had only love to share.

Best Lip Plumper: Lise Watier lovers will adore Plumpissimo Le Gloss for the rich colour selection and natural-plump result.

Best Lipstick: You praised Maybelline's SuperStay Lip Color for long-lasting wear and the variety of pretty shades. Keep lips hydrated with a second layer of balm during dry months.

Best Nail Polish: Our last word goes to your perfectly manicured digits. You praised OPI and Sally Hansen for their chip-free staying power and fun colours.

Did your go-to cosmetics make our list? Rate your favourites here.

10 Comments

	on February 11, 2010 yummy101 258 said: Sally and I.O.P the only two types of nail polish I wear! The only 2 worth buying!
	on December 13, 2009 rcasmom 203 said: I have used Sally Hansen nail products for years. It is the only product, I find, that works great. They also have an amazing assortment of colours which is wonderful!!!!
	on December 10, 2009 huerta53 204 said: I would like to try this product too.
	on December 06, 2009 litlev 156 said: I would love to try these products. I wear a lot of nail polish.. I also like trying new makeup
	on December 04, 2009 T_REX_460 156 said: this is really nice but too costly for my budget..
	on December 04, 2009 laur0406 1,912 said: Went out and FINALLY bought Nars Orgasm Blush. Will definitely try the Rimmel bronzer too. glad to see Annabelle lip pencil in spice...this has been a staple in my makeup bag for as long as I can remember! C.O. Bigelow's Ultra Mentha Lip Shine is my favourite lip gloss. I love it in Coral Mint No. 1643. I just bought Bigelow Mentha Lip Cordial - Vanilla Cream Eggnog, part of their holiday collection. It's sparkly and smells so good!
	on December 03, 2009 tdavis212 374 said: I love Lashblast! Everytime I wear this mascara I get a ton of compliments on my eyelashes. ill have to try the Rimmel Bronzer.
	on December 01, 2009 Cakkes 218 said: I love the Rimmel Bronzer thats like a staple in my Makeup Colletion
	on November 24, 2009 Tinkerbell 118 said: Agree: Bo-ing, CG Lash blast, MAC studio fix, Rimmel bronzer and Bare Minerals. Disagree: Erase paste (gross, smugy, oily), Nars (overhiped), L'oreal (not smooth!) The rest are ok, but nothing to rave about. Appreciate the recommendations though!
	on November 22, 2009 themakeuppaje 1,581 said: Awesome! Rimmel Bronzer, Annabelle Lip pencil in Spice, and Benefit Erase Paste are some of my faves too :)