BEST BEAUTY BUYS 2005

For the 10th year, we've sought the very best in beauty products by interviewing the top dermatologists, makeup artists, hairstylists, manicurists, dentists and, yes, celebrities—and the results are in. Here are the best hair, skin and makeup products around, from the people who know. Who knew looking beautiful could be this easy?
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Ponytail Holder

The pros love Goody’s metal-free elastics. As a bonus, says stylist Rick Gradone, "after all these years, they still have the best color assortment." , Goody
Goody Ouchless
Goody Ouchless, Goody, $2.79 /14 elastics. Featured in April 2005. Get Details

Inexpensive Overall Shampoo

"It’s effective and cost-effective," says Chicago hairstylist Jeri Delgado, who has worked with Kylie Minogue. Experts like the shine-boosting "pro vitamins." , Pantene Pro-V
Pantene Pro-V shampoo
Pantene Pro-V shampoo, Pantene Pro-V, $4 /13.5 oz. Featured in April 2005. Get Details

Inexpensive Overall Conditioner

Hairstylists swear by this rich, frizz-fighting conditioner. "The vitamins absorb nicely into hair, for a great shine," says Linda Cho, of the Art Luna salon in L.A. , Pantene Pro-V
Pantene Pro-V conditioner
Pantene Pro-V conditioner, Pantene Pro-V, $4 /13.5 oz. Featured in April 2005. Get Details

Inexpensive Concealer

It's sheer enough for around the eyes but substantial enough to hide imperfections, says Brett Freedman, an L.A. makeup artist who has worked with Daryl Hannah. , Max Factor
Max Factor Erace concealer
Max Factor Erace concealer, Max Factor, $4.49 /.13 oz. Featured in April 2005. Get Details

Facial Exfoliator/Oily, Acne-Prone Skin

Salicylic acid, which has pore-excavating qualities, is an ingredient in this scrub. The bubbly texture comes from nonabrasive polyethylene beads that polish away dirt., Clean & Clear
Clean & Clear Blackhead Clearing scrub
Clean & Clear Blackhead Clearing scrub, Clean & Clear, $4.50 /5 oz. Featured in April 2005. Get Details

Facial Cleanser/Oily, Acne-Prone Skin

This soap-free, oil-free liquid lathers away dirt and oil but doesn’t leave skin so dry that it reacts by producing excessive oil. , Purpose
Purpose Gentle Cleansing wash
Purpose Gentle Cleansing wash, Purpose, $4.61 /6 oz. Featured in April 2005. Get Details

Waterproof Mascara

"Swim, cry or deep-sea dive, and you will still have it on," says makeup artist Nikole Morrow-Pettus of this evergreen favorite. The fine-bristle brush grabs every eyelash. , Maybelline
Maybelline Great Lash mascara
Maybelline Great Lash mascara, Maybelline, $4.79 /.43 oz. Featured in April 2005. Get Details

Inexpensive Brush

Denman wins over many stylists for its affordability and its range of offerings. L.A. stylist Cho says, “They’re known for making all kinds of quality brushes.”, Denman
Denman brush
Denman brush, Denman, $5 – $31. Featured in April 2005. Get Details
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