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2014 Mom Knows Best Beauty Awards

By Tracy Perez and Chloe Metzger
August 28, 2014
Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission.
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For the fourth year running, we had 300 of you test close to 700 recent launches in makeup, hair, and skin care.
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We know busy moms place convenience, value, and results at a premium when choosing products. Behold, the winners of this year's Mom Knows Best Beauty Awards.

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Best Body Wash

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Dr. Teal's Ultra Moisturizing Body Wash

"This body wash was the most hydrating and left me with the cleanest feeling," one mom tester reported.

  • Buy it here.
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Best Sunscreen

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L'Oréal Paris Advanced Suncare Quick Dry Sheer Finish Spray 50+

Across the board, moms loved the light-as-air texture and clean scent of this sunscreen.

  • Buy it here.
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Best Body Moisturizer

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Organic Doctor Organic Virgin Olive Oil Skin Lotion

"It left my skin feeling clean, not sticky, and it doesn't have any of the questionable ingredients moms these days are trying to avoid," said expert tester Dara Kennedy, a San Francisco mother of two, and founder of aylabeauty.com.

  • Buy it here.

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Best Deodorant

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Secret Clinical Strength Invisible Solid

Moms said this antiperspirant-deodorant kept them sweat-free and smelling great the longest.

  • Buy it here.

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Best Home Haircolor

Garnier Nutrisse Nourishing Color Creme Magnetic Collection

Moms were most wowed by how easy the dye was to mix and apply.

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Best Dry Shampoo

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Alterna Bamboo Style Cleanse Extend Translucent Dry Shampoo

"It transformed my oily roots to look fresh," said expert tester Rachel Hayes, a New York City mom of two, and founder of the blog Pretty Impressed.

  • Buy it here.

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Best Curl Definer

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Redken Curvaceous Full Swirl Cream-Serum

Curly-haired moms rejoiced: This serum defined ringlets without the crunchy feel.

  • Find it at a salon near you.

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Best Frizz Fighter

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Aveda Smooth Infusion Naturally Straight

After testing out this lightweight cream, one mom commented, "My hair came out sleek and smelled fabulous!"

  • Buy it here.

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Best Shampoo

Matrix Total Results Heat Resist Shampoo

More than one mom noted this shampoo's ability to maintain the health and shine of her hair, even after an intense heat-styling session.

  • Find it at a salon near you.
  • Check out other shampoos by Matrix here.

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Best Conditioner

L'Oréal Paris Advanced Haircare Volume Filler Thickening Conditioner

Testers loved the thickening benefits they said this conditioner provided after just one wash.

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Best Skin Perfector

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Aveeno Positively Radiant Targeted Tone Corrector

After using this spot treatment, one tester said she felt less self-conscious about not always having time to put on makeup: Her skin tone looked that much better.

  • Buy it here.

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New-Mom Makeovers: Choosing the Right Makeup for Your Skin Tone

Get expert tips on looking fabulous while you're pregnant.

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Best Night Cream

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Philosophy Miracle Worker Overnight: Age-Resetting, Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer

This product proved worthy of its price tag with our testing panel, which included Lisa Chipps, M.D., a mom of three and dermatologist in Los Angeles. "Its creamy texture is ideal for helping anti-aging ingredients seep into skin while you sleep."

  • Buy it here.

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Best Face Cleanser

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St. Ives Even & Bright Pink Lemon & Mandarin Orange Scrub

This scrub won top place for smelling great and leaving skin smooth.

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Best Daytime Moisturizer

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Clinique Superdefense SPF 20 Daily Defense Moisturizer

More than one mom tester praised this product for being gentle on her sensitive skin, yet effective enough to combat dryness all day long.

  • Buy it here.

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Best Eye Cream

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Olay Total Effects Eye Brightening CC Cream

This product lived up to its name, with mom testers commenting on how it worked quickly to diminish their dark circles.

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Best Concealer

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Marc Jacobs Beauty Re(Marc)able Full Cover Concealer

Proof that moms are willing to spend more for something that works. "A little went a long way to cover my dark circles," said one tester.

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Best Eyeliner

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Urban Decay 24/7 Velvet Glide-On Eye Pencil

This eyeliner earned its title, with one tester noting how its velvet texture made it as easy to take off as to put on.

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Best Foundation

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CoverGirl TruBlend Liquid Makeup

Natural-looking coverage and a range of shades to match every skin tone made this foundation a favorite among mom testers.

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Best Tinted Moisturizer

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Sonia Kashuk Radiant + Tinted Moisturizer

"The range of shades is spot-on, and it left my skin with a natural glow," said expert tester Gretta Monahan, author of Style and the Successful Girl and a mother of one.

  • Buy it here.

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