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Our faces aren’t inanimate objects, frozen and framed in a still life. Our skin stretches with every laugh, pulls with every frown, and is a living, breathing canvas, one kept healthy by nourishing skincare. But as more people go under the knife in the name of conservation (or restoration), the visible results from at-home serums and creams can seem fruitless in comparison. “Just as celebrities are becoming more transparent about what procedures they’ve had, skincare products need to become more transparent about the dosage of the ingredients and the efficacy of their products,” says Melissa Doft, a plastic surgeon in New York City and the founder of Doft New York skincare. “Patients are looking for ingredients that increase volume and radiance and help with the fine lines that are not addressed by a facelift. They’re looking for straightforward routines and quicker results.”

Our 2026 award winners blend the latest innovations in skincare science with proven, potent ingredients to drive real results, supporting your skin across all ages, stages, and interventions.

BEST FACE AND BODY CLEANSERS

The right face wash can make all the difference. Choose one that delivers a clean slate with benefits.

Cleansing products for skincare

BEST TOOLS AND TECH

Our bathrooms are filled with gadgets and gizmos aplenty, but these five have become part of our world.

best devices for skincare 2026

BEST MASKS AND TREATMENTS

These tonics, toners, masks, and pads are here to help when your skin needs TLC.

Collection of skincare products including toners and masks.

BEST FACE AND BODY MOISTURIZERS

These innovative formulas go beyond basic hydration and harness the latest advancements in skincare science.

Collection of skincare creams from various brands arranged attractively.

BEST SERUMS

If you’re chasing serious results for wrinkles, tone, and texture, reach for one of these award winners.

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BEST EYE TREATMENTS

Seeing is believing when it comes to the three winning eye treatments below. Each can help stave off (or amplify the results of) surgical interventions for hollow and puffy under-eyes.

Skincare products including an eye cream and a serum applicator.

BEST SUNSCREENS

The best sunscreen is the one you’ll actually want to wear day after day. These are our favorites.

Two sunscreen products

How Were the 2026 Skincare Award Winners Chosen?

The 2026 Harper’s Bazaar Skincare Award winners were selected by our team of expert beauty editors: beauty director Jenna Rosenstein, market and commerce editor Katie Intner, and beauty commerce editor Tiffany Dodson Davis. To determine the best cleansers, serums, treatments, and tools of the year, we tested nearly 500 dermatologist-approved products over the last 12 months to varying degrees of success. To win a spot on this coveted list, the products needed to deliver both immediate and long-term benefits as well as contain the latest in cutting-edge ingredients and skincare technology.

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Why Trust Harper’s Bazaar?

For more than 150 years, Harper’s Bazaar has been the preeminent fashion and beauty resource for women at every age. We cover what’s new and what’s next in beauty by working with the world’s leading authorities in dermatology, plastic surgery, cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and fragrance. Every story we publish has been thoroughly researched and vetted by our team of beauty editors and industry experts.

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