The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here! The Millies Excellence in Beauty Awards results are in, and we're thrilled to announce the winners, a collection of your favourites and our beauty experts' top picks.
Best Performance in Skincare: Environ Focus Care Youth+ Tri BioBotanical Revival Masque
Known as the "face lift in a jar," this multitasking masque is a clear winner, promoting natural hydration, minimizing uneven skin tone, and leaving your skin smoother and more radiant. A must-have for those seeking ageless beauty.
Best in Facial Cleanser: Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
With one sold every 13 seconds worldwide, this bestselling cleansing balm is a luxurious and effective way to melt away makeup, dirt, and impurities. Formulated with essential oils and marine actives, it nourishes and hydrates your skin, offering a spa-like experience.
Best in Eyecare: IMAGE Skincare Vital C Hydrating Eye Recovery Gel
A team favourite with an uplifting citrus aroma, this hydrating eye gel minimizes fine lines and wrinkles while protecting against environmental stressors. Packed with Vitamin C, it promotes collagen synthesis for brighter, revitalized skin around the eyes.
Best Facial Sunscreen: IMAGE Skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 30
This bestselling sunscreen with broad-spectrum SPF 30 prevents sun damage and premature aging. Its lightweight, matte finish is ideal for oily or combination skin, providing effective protection while maintaining natural moisture balance.
Best in Skincare Innovation: SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
The holy grail of antioxidants, this powerhouse contains Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and ferulic acid. Ideal for preventing signs of aging, improving skin texture, tone, and firmness, it's a staple in advanced skincare routines for overall rejuvenation and protection.
Millies Beauty Excellence Award: K18 Mask
A leave-in treatment enriched with a patented K18Peptide, this award-winner repairs and restores severely damaged hair, bringing it back to its most youthful and healthy condition. Once you try it, you'll never want to be without this transformative treatment.
Best in Sustainability: Kevin Murphy
A brand committed to responsible packaging and ocean-cleaning projects, Kevin Murphy creates products with a conscience. Embrace beauty that does no harm to the environment, with recyclable or biodegradable packaging.
Best in Irish: Sculpted By Aimee Connolly
As an Irish business, we proudly support Irish brands. Sculpted, with its stunning skincare range, has gone from strength to strength, offering a collection of foundations, blushes, eyeshadows, and lip products.
Best Dry Shampoo: Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Light Tones
A bestseller and adored by all, Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo provides a convenient and effective solution for refreshing hair between washes. It absorbs excess oil, leaving your hair revitalized with the signature Moroccanoil scent.
Best for Blondes: Blond Absolu Shampoo
Loved by all blondes, this shampoo keeps blonde and lightened hair hydrated and nourished. Enriched with a potent blend of ingredients, it neutralizes brassiness, enhances vibrancy, and promotes a luminous, salon-fresh blonde.
Best in Styling: Color Wow Dream Coat
Transformative and known for its exceptional humidity-resistant properties, Color Wow Dream Coat creates a shield against frizz, maintaining sleek, smooth hair even in humid conditions. It gives a glossy, reflective finish—a must-have for frizz control and vibrant hair.
Best Performing Device - Skincare & Haircare: Ghd Duet Style 2-in-1 Hot Air Styler in Black
A winner and a top contender on everyone's Christmas wishlist! This versatile hot air styler with interchangeable barrels offers efficient styling, minimizing heat damage and maximizing ease of use for beautiful, personalized hairstyles.
Best Performing in Haircare: L’Oreal Metal Detox Masque
An intense detoxification treatment for hair and scalp, this powerful collection from L’Oreal removes metal build-up, nourishes, and strengthens hair. It leaves hair feeling softer, smoother, and coloured hair looking cleaner and brighter.
Best Tanning Brand: Bare By Vogue
Nourishing and suitable for every skin type and tone, Bare By Vogue is the go-to tanning collection for a streak-free, natural-looking tan. Its easy-to-apply, quick-drying formulas make it a favourite among all.
Best Breakthrough Product 2023: K18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil
A newcomer and a favourite, this potent peptide treatment repairs and fortifies damaged hair at the molecular level. Lightweight and non-greasy, it restores elasticity, reduces breakage, smooths frizz, and adds a healthy shine—an essential addition to every hair care routine.
Best In Makeup Category: Benefit Gimme Brow+
A game-changer for effortlessly defined brows, Benefit Gimme Brow+ offers instant volumizing and tinting in one swipe. Its water-resistant formula creates natural-looking fullness, enhancing brows for a polished finish that lasts all day.
Best in Body Care: Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil
A beauty elixir that nourishes, repairs, and transforms, Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil is a luxurious and indispensable addition to your beauty routine. Its lightweight, non-greasy formula leaves skin soft and adds a radiant glow.
Best in Wellness & Self Care: Spacemask Self Heating Eye Mask Single
Designed for a blissful, warming experience, this innovative eye mask relieves tension and promotes relaxation. Infused with the essence of jasmine, it's the perfect solution for unwinding and enhancing your self-care routine.
Congratulations to all the winners! Your votes and our experts' insights have shaped this prestigious list of beauty must-haves.
