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Kiss of Approval Beauty Awards

Thousands of you, your favorite celebrities, and CosmoGirl's editors voted in our annual beauty awards. Check out the 2008 winners and why they're worthy of our kiss of approval.

Lips & Nails

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Best Lip Balm
\r\nBurt\'s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm, $3, at drugstores
\r\n\"This lip balm keeps my lips hydrated and heals chapped, rough skin.\" — Elizabeth, 18, Georgetown, KY

Lips & Nails

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Best Nail Polish
\r\nOPI Nail Lacquer in Lincoln Park After Dark, $7, opi.com
\r\n\"OPI polishes have the smoothest application and stay on the longest! Not to mention all the great color options, like this dark purple.\" — Lauren, 15, Colorado Springs, CO

Lips & Nails

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Best NEW Lip Conditioner
\r\nL\'Oréal Paris Bare Naturale Gentle Lip Conditioner in Soft Petal, $8, at drugstores
\r\n\"This is like lip gloss, but lighter. I like it because it\'s not sticky.\" — Hannah, 18, New York, NY

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Lips & Nails

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Brenda Song\'s Favorite Nail Polish
\r\nEssie Nail Polish in Sole Mate, $8, 800-232-1155
\r\n\"Right now, this is one of my favorite nail colors. It\'s a beautiful dark purple.\" —Brenda Song

Lips & Nails

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Best Lip Gloss
\r\nVictoria\'s Secret Beauty Rush Lip Gloss in Strawberry Fizz, $7, victoriassecret.com
\r\n\"This gloss gives me lots of shine with a pink tint and NO stickiness! I get compliments every time I wear it.\" — Elizabeth, 17, Hyattsville, MD

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Lips & Nails

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Miranda Cosgrove\'s Favorite Lip Gloss
\r\nChanel Glossimer in Pin-up, $26, at department stores
\r\n\"These lip glosses are awesome, and Chanel always has really cool colors.\" — Miranda Cosgrove

Lips & Nails

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Fastest-Drying Nail Polish
\r\nRimmel London 60 Seconds Nail Polish in Red Carpet, $3, at drugstores
\r\n\"I know it says 60 seconds on the bottle, but I really couldn\'t believe how this shimmery bright-red polish was dry in about a minute. It\'s great for when I\'m in a rush.\" — Jill Percia, assistant beauty editor

Lips & Nails

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\r\nCoverGirl IncrediFull Lip Color in Ripe Raspberry, $7, at drugstores
\r\n\"I love this lipstick because it\'s long-lasting, it doesn\'t dry my lips out, and the shimmery berry color works for any occasion!\" — Colleen, 20, Huntingtown, MD

Lips & Nails

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\r\nChanel Facettes D\'Or Nail Colour in Gold Fiction, $30, chanel.com
\r\n\"This color was shiny and glamorous, but still subtle enough to wear to class. It completely gilded my nails, so it was like jewelry for my fingers!\" — Megan Reid, 19, Flagstaff, AZ

Lips & Nails

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Best Tinted Lip Balm
\r\nRevlon Protective Liptint SPF 15 in Deep Berry, $8, at drugstores
\r\n\"I\'m pretty low-maintenance, so I liked that this moisturized, protected, and tinted my lips in one swipe.\" — Jennifer Goldstein, senior beauty and fitness editor

Lips & Nails

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\r\nEpicuren Discovery Enzyme Lip Balm SPF 15, $5, epicuren.com
\r\n\"This is great. I use it to keep my lips moisturized and protected at the beach or when I go surfing.\" — Megan Fox

Face

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Best Tinted Moisturizer
\r\nClinique Moisture Sheer Tint SPF 15, $26, clinique.com
\r\n\"This moisturizing lotion really helps even out my skin tone.\" — Kimberley, 15, Toronto, Canada

Face

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Best Loose/Pressed Powder
\r\nCoverGirl TruBlend Pressed Powder, $7, at drugsores
\r\n\"CoverGirl has the best powder! It really takes the shine away.\" — Stacie, 20, Muskegon, MI

Face

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Best Facial Cleanser
\r\nNeutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash, $6, at drugstores
\r\n\"This face wash helps prevent acne and it makes my skin feel soft.\" — Taylor, 16, Janesville, IA

Face

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Best Teeth Whitener
\r\nCrest Whitestrips Premium Plus, $40, at drugstores
\r\n\"This works so quickly, and unlike some whitening products, I can really see a difference when I use it.\" — Emily, 16, Saucier, MS

Face

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Best Face Brightener
\r\nLaura Mercier Illuminated Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20, $42, lauramercier.com
\r\n\"This evens out and protects my skin while giving me a little glow. I like to use a shade that\'s slightly darker than my skin so I look like I have a tan.\" — Jill Percia, assistant beauty editor

Face

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Leighton Meester\'s Favorite Sunscreen
\r\nDermalogica Super Sensitive Faceblock SPF 30, $45, dermalogica.com
\r\n\"I always wear sunscreen and this one is great for my face because it doesn\'t make me break out.\" — Leighton Meester

Face

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Best Blush
\r\nCoverGirl Cheekers Blush in Rose Silk, $4, at drugstores
\r\n\"This blush is a soft pink color that really lasts on my skin.\" — Sara, 15, Valley View, TX

Face

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Best Toner
\r\nClinique Clarifying Lotion #2, $19, at department stores
\r\n\"This toner is the best because it keeps my skin looking healthy without drying it out!\" — Colleen, 20, Cranston, RI

Face

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Best Concealer
\r\nCoverGirl Fresh Complexion Under Eye Concealer, $5, at drugstores
\r\n\"It glides on smoothly, blends easily, and stays on all day!\" — Mardi, 15, Lufkin, TX

Face

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Best Foundation
\r\nCoverGirl TruBlend Liquid Makeup, $8, at drugstores
\r\n\"I love this foundation because it matches my skin tone so well that no one realizes I\'m wearing it!\" — Chalice, 17, Richmond, TX

Face

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Best Cleansing Cloths/Puffs
\r\nOlay Daily Facial, $8, at drugstores
\r\n\"These take off dirt and makeup but are gentle on my eye area.\" — Audrey, 18, Orangeburg, SC

Face

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Best Face Scrub
\r\nSt. Ives Apricot Scrub, $4, at drugstores
\r\n\"This does a great job of exfoliating and it smells nice, too.\" — Samantha, 20, Okotoks, Canada

Face

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Best NEW Face Cleanser
\r\nPhilosophy Purity Made Simple High-Foaming Daily Cleanser, $22, philosophy.com
\r\n\"I like this because it\'s a really light foam, and it smells good and feels refreshing on my face.\" — Hannah, 18, New York, NY

Face

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\r\nProactiv Solution 3-Step System, $60, proactiv.com
\r\n\"Proactiv leaves my skin pimple-free and reduces the oiliness, but it doesn\'t make it dry either.\" — Lexi, 15, Branchville, SC

Face

clean & clear, morning glow, moisturizer, best beauty products, kiss of approval bottle of moisturizer Best Facial Moisturizer
\r\nClean & Clear Morning Glow Moisturizer, $6, at drugstores
\r\n\"This has SPF for protection, moisturizes without feeling oily, and makes my skin actually brighten up!\" — Victoria, 17, Hallstead, PA

Perfume Perfect

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\r\nVera Wang Princess 1.7 oz Eau de Toilette Spray, $52, sephora.com
\r\n\"It\'s a light floral scent that\'s not too strong, and it comes in a cute bottle too!\" — Kristin, 16, Farmington, MN

Body

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\r\nSecret Clinical Strength Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant in Light and Fresh, $8, at drugstores
\r\n\"This really works and the smell is great!\" — Keira, 16, Alpine, UT

Body

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\r\nCalgon Brazilian Beauty Passion Fruit & Brazil Nut Exfoliating Body Polish, $6, at drugstores
\r\n\"This smells so good and it takes away rough patches.\" — Da Won, 22, New York, NY

Body

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\r\nSkintimate Signature Scents Moisturizing Shave Gel in Raspberry Rain, $3, at drugstores
\r\n\"This cream is easy to spread over large areas and it really prevents cuts from occurring.\" — Leslie, 16, San Ramon, CA

Body

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\r\nGillette Venus Embrace, $12, at drugstores
\r\n\"I love these razors because they get every last little hair.\" — Rachel, 15, Woodlawn, VA\r\n

Body

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\r\nBath & Body Works Body Lotion in Cherry Blossom, $10, Bath & Body Works
\r\n\"I love Bath & Body Works lotions, and this scent is my favorite — fresh and not too floral.\" — Brittany, 15, Somerset, NJ

Body

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\r\nNair Pretty Soft Peach Cream, $6, at drugstores
\r\n\"This smells better than other depilatories and it isn\'t irritating.\" — Lindsey, 17, Knoxville, TN

Body

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\r\nAbsolutely Irrésistible Givenchy 1.6 oz Eau de Parfum, $68, sephora.com
\r\n\"I love how this jasmine-and-rose floral has an unexpected spicy quality. Plus, the gorgeous red bottle looks so glamorous on my dresser.\" — Molly Nover-Baker, beauty and fitness director

Body

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\r\nCurious Britney Spears 1.7 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $43, macys.com
\r\n\"This seductive, sweet scent is perfect for a night out.\" — Michelle, 16, London, England

Body

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\r\nJergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer, $6, at drugstores
\r\n\"When I use this I can see that my skin looks more tan within a couple days. It also leaves my legs moisturized.\" — Ashley, 19, Hart, MI

Body

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\r\nL\'Oréal Paris Sublime Glow Daily Moisturizer, $10, at drugstores
\r\n\"I am so white and pale. If I want any color, this shimmery tanning lotion is the best thing for me to use. It never looks streaky or orange and it gives me this nice glow.\" — Emma Stone

Body

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\r\nNeutrogena Fresh Cooling Body Mist Sunblock SPF 45, $10, at drugstores
\r\n\"Because this goes on in a sheer mist, I don\'t have to worry about rubbing it in!\" — Anna, 15, Bend, OR

Body

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\r\nBath & Body Works Shower Gel in Warm Vanilla Sugar, $10, Bath & Body Works
\r\n\"It lathers up nicely, and the delicious scent lasts a long time.\" — Kayla, 16, New Baltimore, MI\r\n

Hair

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\r\nAveda Be Curly Shampoo and Conditioner, $20 each, aveda.com
\r\n\"I like this combo because it\'s natural and really moisturizing. I have curly hair, which can get quite dry, and these help.\" — Leona Lewis

Hair

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\r\nSebastian Professional Whipped Crème, $19, 800-935-5273
\r\n\"This actually looked like a whipped cream bottle, which I thought was cute. And the styling foam smells floral and fresh and is creamier than regular mousse, so it feels less drying.\" — Michelle, 21, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY

Hair

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\r\nGarnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Leave-In Conditioning Cream, $4, at drugstores
\r\n\"I put this product into my hair right after I shower and it detangles my hair and leaves it looking very sleek.\" — Iliana, 16, Ballwin, MO

Hair

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\r\nL\'Oréal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Colour in Espresso, $10, at drugstores
\r\n\"This dye gives your hair a shimmery effect that really lasts a long time.\" — Shandi, 20, Columbia, SC

Hair

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\r\nChi Ceramic Flat Iron, $175, farouk.com
\r\n\"The Chi heats up superfast, it\'s easy to use, and it keeps my hair straight until my next wash!\" — Paige, 16, Snowmass, CO

Hair

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\r\nHerbal Essences Hello Hydration Moisturizing Shampoo, $3, at drugstores
\r\n\"The smell is great! Every time I open it, I\'m reminded of summer at the beach.\" — Kylie, 16, Throop, PA

Hair

herbal essences, conditioner, hydration, best beauty products, kiss of approval blue bottle of conditioner Best Conditioner
\r\nHerbal Essences Hello Hydration Moisturizing Conditioner, $3, at drugstores
\r\n\"This smoothes my hair, and the scent stays long after it\'s rinsed out, which I love.\" — Lauren, 18, Chicago, IL

Hair

pantene, shampoo, great lengths, best beauty products, kiss of approval bottle of shampoo Best 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner
\r\nPantene Pro-V Beautiful Lengths 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner, $4, at drugstores
\r\n\"After an overzealous stylist chopped too much of my hair I started using this. I think because it\'s so moisturizing it prevents split ends and breakage, so my hair feels like it\'s growing faster. Plus, the 2-in-1 makes my shower even quicker.\" — Jennifer Goldstein, senior beauty and fitness editor

Hair

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\r\nDevaCurl No-Poo Conditioning Cleanser, $18, devachansalon.com
\r\n\"This is a great shampoo that doesn\'t really lather, so it cleans your hair without sucking out moisture. It\'s good for me since I have curly hair, which tends to get brittle.\" — Olivia Thirlby

Eyes

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\r\nMAC Eye Shadow in Honey Lust, $14, maccosmetics.com
\r\n\"This shade matches my skin color, but adds this pretty glittery effect. It\'s perfect for school.\" — Siray, 16, Colorado City, CO

Eyes

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\r\nYves Saint Laurent 5 Colour Harmony for Eyes No. 2, $56, yslbeauty.com
\r\n\"The shades in this compact are vibrant but sheer. They go on easily and stay on for a long time. I like how the metallic plum shade really compliments my hazel eyes.\" — Michelle, 21, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY

Eyes

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\r\nMaybelline New York Define-A-Line Eyeliner in Ebony Black, $6, at drugstores
\r\n\"I love the way it goes on smooth and brings out my eyes. And you can\'t beat the low price!\" — Elizabeth, 16, Portsmouth, RI

Eyes

maybelline, great lash, mascara, best beauty products, kiss of approval tube of great lash mascara Best Mascara
\r\nMaybelline Great Lash Mascara in Blackest Black, $7, at drugstores
\r\n\"It gets every lash without any clumping and it\'s not too expensive!\" — BreAnna, 16, Albertville, AL

Eyes

estee lauder, sumptuous, mascara, best beauty products, kiss of approval gold tube of mascara Best Volumizing Mascara
\r\nEstée Lauder Sumptuous Bold Volume Lifting Mascara, $20, at department stores
\r\n\"When I first wore this, everyone at work said my lashes looked really long and full. I also like that the color is a really rich black, not grayish at all.\" — Molly Nover-Baker, beauty and fitness director

Eyes

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\r\nLumene Blueberry Curl Mascara in Rich Black, $10, CVS
\r\n\"I got this mascara in a gift bag for an Emmy Awards party, but now I buy it all the time at CVS. It\'s amazing!\" — Rumer Willis