Oprah Insiders Review the 2023 Beauty O

Oct 02, 2023

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The results (and selfies) are in!

Oprah Daily editors tried hundreds of beauty products before deciding on this year’s 70 haircare, skincare, and makeup winners. Then they asked Oprah Daily Insiders and staffers to test and review the products. The eager volunteers shared their honest thoughts—and beautiful selfies. Check out their favorite picks.

“This fairly thick cream turned my very dry three-day-old hair into juicy twist-outs. When I let my twists out the next day, my curls felt hydrated and defined. The formula also has a light and pleasant scent.” —Keyona Pierre

“This serum is perfect to wake up my dry skin every morning, and I’m able to get a slight glow from just this, but it also layers nicely with my other serums.” —Keyona Pierre

“As a 57-year-old curly girl with color-treated hair, my hair was noticeably softer and shinier after using this formula. The tint is easy to distribute through wet strands and has revived my worn-out haircolor. My curls are poppin’!” —Sandy Borrero

“I didn’t think the vitamin C serum was doing anything, but after comparing before-and-after pictures after two weeks, my skin tone looks more even and my pores look minimized. This is a must-buy!” —Sandy Borrero

“This serum is a game changer for my skincare routine! It’s smooth, hydrating, fast-absorbing, and has noticeably improved the texture of my skin. It’s an excellent base for my day moisturizer and makeup.” —Lisa Jacobs

“The perfect lightweight cream for natural-hair days, this provides the freshest, easiest curl enhancement. No hot tools necessary! With this in my hair, I air-dry, finger-curl a bit, and go. It’s become an essential part of my haircare routine, and I highly recommend it for effortless, natural-looking hair.” —Lisa Jacobs

“Radiant glow in a bottle! Whether I’m getting ready for a night out or keeping it natural, I love using this highlighter to brighten my look. It rolls on softly and luminously, blending beautifully into the skin. What sets this apart from the rest is its versatility. The roll-on applicator is both convenient and mess-free.” —Lisa Jacobs

“Going through ‘the change’ made my hair (not just my mood!) dull and lifeless, so I swapped my go-to conditioner for this creamy hair mask, which I work in from mid-length to my ends and leave for at least five minutes. The formula contains two hydrating ingredients, squalane and ectoine, and it delivers weightless volume and a nice wave even after air-drying. Plus, it smells amazing!”—Jennie Tung, Oprah Daily wellness director

“I really like the feel of this. It goes on easily, and I don’t have to use much. My dark spots have reduced after a few weeks of use.” —Carrie Hopson Stewart

“My hair gets squeaky clean, and the conditioner works well to detangle. Afterward, my hair has volume and is very manageable after I blow-dry. The duo also seems to help reduce oil.” —Carrie Hopson Stewart

“I have eczema on my scalp, and after using this cleanser, all the flaking, itchiness, and irritation are gone.” —Annastacia Gladston, Oprah Daily associate producer

“After using this leave-in, my curls look juicy, bouncy, and hydrated. My hair feels really strong and great after every use.” —Annastacia Gladston, Oprah Daily associate producer

“I love that this is creamy, smooth, and easy to rinse off. It leaves my face feeling clean without stripping it of moisture.” —Denise Altheimer

“This foundation matches my summer skin tone perfectly and goes on smoothly. It isn’t heavy, blends well, is hydrating, and lasts all day.” —Denise Altheimer

“The shade Glossy Guava matches my skin tone well. It goes on great and is long-lasting.” —Denise Altheimer

“I like the finished look—and the coverage. I will definitely wear again!” —Ti’Gre McNear

“The instructions are easy to follow—just press a patch onto your skin. The silicone is soft and feels nice; the wrinkle-smoothing is subtle.” —Ti’Gre McNear

“These are eye shadows for people who don’t wear eye shadows–like me. They’re beyond easy to use and add such a pretty finishing touch to my makeup look. The color combos are figured out for you–I wear the Taupe and Golden Pink duo–and they glide on so easily without pulling on the skin. I blend the matte shade on my lashline and lid, then pop the shimmer shade on the inner corners of my eyes and then right in the middle of my lid, above my crease. P.S. The matte brown makes an excellent gray-root concealer in a pinch!” —Kate Sandoval Box, Oprah Daily beauty director

“I like that this has sunscreen and comes in multiple shades. I combine shades 13 and 17 and look fabulous!” —Natalie Vanderpump

“My favorite part of this formula is the scent. Applying it in the shower is an incredible sensorial experience. The fact that it gently exfoliates my skin to make it smooth and radiant is the cherry on top.” —Genesis Rivas, Oprah Daily beauty editor

“My nighttime skin routine is pretty simple, but it got a major upgrade with this serum. I don’t have major acne or skin concerns, but sometimes my skin can just feel a little dull. The morning after I tried the serum, I woke up to an immediate difference with brighter and more even skin.” —Shelby Copeland, Oprah Daily assistant, social & livestream events

“This powder feels cooling and plumping as soon as it hits your skin, which I love! I like that it makes my skin look healthy and not cakey.” —Sara Klausing, Oprah Daily fashion commerce editor

“I can see a visible difference in the length of my lashes when I use this, and it doesn’t even run in the New York City humidity and heat.” —Sara Klausing, Oprah Daily fashion commerce editor

Genesis Rivas is the Beauty Editor at Oprah Daily, where she covers hair, makeup, skin, nails, and more. Before joining the Oprah Daily team, she wrote for several publications, including InStyle, Real Simple, and Shape. When she’s not testing, researching, and writing fun and educational beauty content, you can find her dancing and eating her way through New York City. Follow her on Instagram or TikTok

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