From cult cleansers and ceramide creams to viral vitamin C serums and non-sticky SPFs, it’s clear that our readers know the best skincare products to hero. These are the well-deserved winners of the Glamour Beauty and Wellness Awards 2026, plus the honourably mentioned runners-up. Whatever you’re into – whether you live for masks, moisturisers or milky toners – there really is something for everyone.
Best cleanser
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
Although sometimes overlooked in a skincare routine, cleansers lay the foundations for healthy skin. Choosing one that suits your skin is key, but this rich, aromatic balm cleanser is unique in that its appeal is virtually universal. Removing makeup, dirt and pollution with ease, it also leaves skin soft and plump, not stripped or tight. Part of the appeal is in the smart formulation, which transforms from a balm to an oil, and then a milk, upon contact with water. It means all preferences, and skin types, can benefit.
Shortlist:
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser
Best makeup remover
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-In-1
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-In-1
An effective and affordable option when you need to get the job done, this fragrance-free formula was praised for its ability to rid skin of makeup and impurities without upsetting the balance. Suitable for even sensitive skin, its wipe-on-leave-on formula means you don’t even need to rinse it off to get clean, soft and fresh-feeling skin.
