11 Face Products for Flawless Skin

Winner: Dr. Brandt Skincare Time Arrest Crème Cleanser ($50; drbrandtskincare.com)

Why it won: Some washes just clean and stop there; Brandt’s incorporates anti-aging properties with a blend of peptides to stimulate collagen production and restore skin’s texture.

Winner: Diorsnow UV Shield White Reveal Moisturizing UV Protection SPF 50 ($50; dior.com)

Why it won: This SPF-infused moisturizer helps fade existing brown spots while staving off future discoloration.

Winner: Avon ANEW Platinum Night Cream ($38; avon.com)

Why it won: It’s never too early to protect against sagging. This rich formula for the face and neck contains skin-tightening proteins that work while you rest; glycolic acid helps improve texture and tone.

Winner: Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Serum ($55; origins.com)

Why it won: Sensitive-skinned staffers gave this formula the thumbs-up—it delivers results without the drying, burning, or flaking of a retinoid.

Winner: Super by Dr. Nicholas Perricone First Blush Brightening Serum ($48; sephora.com)

Why it won: Vitamin C ester, melon extract, and a cocktail of other powerful antioxidants gave our expert’s skin a rosy, more youthful glow after just one use.

Winner: Elizabeth Arden Prevage Eye Advanced Anti-Aging Serum ($98; elizabetharden.com)

Why it won: The ultimate multitasker, this idebenone-packed product (a proven, potent antioxidant) helps smooth crow’s feet, minimize age spots, and reduce puffiness.

Winner: Garnier The Brusher MicroBead Cleanser ($7; drugstores)

Why it won: The soft-bristled brush makes this exfoliating gel tough on skin-dulling dead cells.

Winner: Zeno Heat Treat Blemish Prevention Kit ($40; myzeno.com)

Why it won: A salicylic acid solution unclogs pores, while the battery-powered device warms and vibrates to massage the treatment deeper into skin.

Winner: Brazilian Peel by Advanced Home Actives ($78; brazilianpeel.com) Why it won: The one-step, dual-chamber syringe packs 30 percent glycolic acid, plus a neutralizing cream—so it won’t leave you red in the face.

Winner: Clarins Sunscreen For Face Wrinkle Control Cream SPF 50+ ($32; clarins.com)

Why it won: We were happy to apply—and reapply—this light, nonsticky block, which offers potent protection against skin-aging UVA rays.

Winner: Clarisonic Deep Pore Cleansing Brush Head ($25; clarisonic.com)

Why it won: Got oily skin? Clarisonic’s oscillating attachment (the hand piece is sold separately) loosens dirt, debris, and bacteria to keep pores clear and skin blemish-free.