BEST BEAUTY BUYS 2006

The votes have been tallied. The results are in. Here is our latest roundup of the top product picks—from sunscreens to self-tanners, concealers to conditioners—all chosen by the country's leading beauty experts
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Shimmer Lotion

Pros love this light, subtly reflective lotion because it spreads evenly and doesn’t rub off on clothes. “It sinks into skin instead of sitting on top, so it looks natural,” says makeup artist Jeannia Robinette, who has used it on Penélope Cruz. , Jergens
Jergens Soft Shimmer Radiance Moisturizer
Jergens Soft Shimmer Radiance Moisturizer, Jergens, $5. Featured in April 2006. Get Details

Hand Cream

This fragrance-free, extra-rich cream has generous helpings of urea (to hydrate) and lactic acid (to exfoliate), which is why doctors love it for treating dry hands. It “smooths skin and ragged cuticles, and won’t leave you with greasy palms,” dermatologist Jessica Wu says. ,
Eucerin Plus Intensive Repair Hand Creme
Eucerin Plus Intensive Repair Hand Creme $5.29. Featured in April 2006. Get Details

body wash

Even on itchy, chapped skin, this creamy, soap-free body wash is non-irritating, says Charles Crutchfield, a dermatologist in Eagan, Minn. The oatmeal in it calms and moisturizes inflamed skin, leaving it soft, not stripped dry. at drugstores., Aveeno
Moisturizing Body Wash
Moisturizing Body Wash, Aveeno, $6. Featured in April 2006. Get Details

Editors’ Pick

The ultimate low-maintenance nail tool, this translucent alternative to polish gives nails a healthy-looking, buffed shine in just one coat. Enriched with pro-vitamin B5 and vitamin E, it’s odorless, dries instantly, and fades away gradually without requiring any polish remover. , Neutrogena
Neutrogena Instant Nail Enhancer
Neutrogena Instant Nail Enhancer, Neutrogena, $7. Featured in April 2006. Get Details

longest-lasting/chip-proof polish

When it comes to resisting oxidation (yellowing), chips and cracks, this polish (which comes in more than 200 shades) takes top honors, according to nail experts like Tamika Hardy of N.Y.C., who has painted it on Ashlee Simpson’s fingertips. , OPI
OPI
OPI, OPI, $7.50. Featured in April 2006. Get Details

red polish

OPI
OPI I’m Not Really a Waitress
OPI, $7.50. Featured in April 2006. Get Details

deep color

OPI
OPI Lincoln Park After Dark
OPI, $7.50. Featured in April 2006. Get Details

Stretch-Mark Cream

Although dermatologists say nothing can eradi-cate stretch marks completely, many agree that Mederma can be an aid. “It contains onion extract, which helps scars heal faster, and stretch marks are a type of scar,” says dermatologist Jessica Wu. , Mederma
Mederma Skin Care for Scars
Mederma Skin Care for Scars, Mederma, $8. Featured in April 2006. Get Details
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