8 Best in Beauty Nominees You Need To Know About

The beauty market is absolutely saturated with incredible products, so choosing your favourite products can be an arduous task. But we need you to get your clicking fingers ready, because our beautyheaven Best In Beauty Awards are back! Voting is open now so scroll through the nominations and make sure you’re voting for your favourite products in each category!

But before voting opened we wanted to get our members excited for the Best in Beauty Awards. So, we invited our incredible beautyheaven members to bh HQ to attend the Best In Beauty marketplace event and get a sneak peak at some of the nominees for this year’s awards. As always, the place was abuzz with all our beauties chatting through the exciting products they got to trial. 

To make it easier for you before you cast your votes, we’ve found what our members are saying about the 2023 Best in Beauty nominees. Here’s the lowdown on some of the nominees you need to know…

Best in Beauty Nominees

Burt’s Bees Conditioning Mocha Lip Scrub

We say: Are you ready to pucker up? Burt’s Bees will have your pout ready in no time with this little mocha-flavoured pot. Not your typical harsh lip scrub, this gentle formula utilises repurposed coffee grounds which (fun ex-barista fact) contain a heap of nourishing oil! 

You say: “This little tub of goodness has made my lips super soft. The mocha scent is absolutely divine, making the whole experience feel like a luxurious treat. The texture of the scrub is different than other scrubs I’ve used in the past, it’s more smoother than grainy, not too harsh on the lips but still effective in exfoliating away any dryness or flakiness. What I love most about this product is how it leaves my lips feeling incredibly soft and moisturised. The conditioning formula truly works wonders.” – Roxybabe

Star Rating: 4.5*
Want to read more? Read Burt’s Bees Conditioning Mocha Lip Scrub Reviews here…

Burt’s Bees Aloe After Sun Soother

We say: If you’re looking to live (covered-up and while totally slip, slop, slapping, of course) at the beach this summer, then you’re going to need to add this sun-soothing balm to your beauty routine. The 100 per cent natural (responsibly sourced beeswax) balm is infused with soothing aloe vera and nourishing coconut oil for the ultimate hydrating balm.

You say: “I love lip balms so I was excited to have another to add to my collection and especially one for after sun which I’ve never tried before. It’s your standard pop off lid lip balm with Aloe & coconut oil which has a nice subtle smell and keeps your lips hydrated & moisturised after time in the sun. Definitely something I will use after the beach or pool in summer as it’s great for nourishing your lips especially after the sun.” -ThisIsMe

Star Rating: 4.5*

Want to read more? Read Burt’s Bees Aloe After Sun Soother Reviews here…

$5.95 at Nature Mart

Nude by Nature Moisture Infusion Foundation

We say: Skin care meets makeup; music to our beauty-loving (yet incredibly lazy) ears. Any excuse to skip at least one of the many skincare steps before we start applying our face for the day is a welcome reprieve. The glowy, buildable formula blends seamlessly into your skin, and of course the promised skin care ingredients (hyaluronic acid and jojoba oil to name a few) work behind the scenes to boost your skin’s elasticity and hydration. 

You say: “The foundation comes in an elegant little tube, with a pump that makes it easy to control how much product you want. For me, the foundation is very light coverage, which I love, and is easily buildable into medium coverage if needed. Normally foundation will stick to any dry patches I have, specifically under my eyes or nose but with this foundation there were no dry patches to be found. My skin felt significantly moisturised throughout the day and it even looked brighter.” – Lawliet

Star Rating: 4.5*

Want to read more? Read Nude by Nature Moisture Infusion Foundation Reviews here…

$42.95 at Nude by Nature

Nude by Nature Natural Mineral Cover Blemish Control Foundation

We say: This leaping bunny, vegan formula is totally free from nasties, so you can rest assured you’re only putting the best lightweight ingredients on your skin. The inclusion of 100 per cent natural salicylic acid is what gives the foundation its blemish controlling name, working to purify skin while you’re wearing it. Easily pick what level of coverage you’re after with the buildable mineral powder formula. 

You say: “The Nude by Nature Natural Mineral Cover Blemish Control Foundation comes in an easy mesh-controlled jar. I would never have reached for a powder foundation considering I have dry skin and don’t want to emphasise the flakiness of my skin, however this product was amazing! The product was feather light on my skin and is very buildable depending on whether you want sheer or full coverage. It blurs out my pores and any shine on my face, leaving me with flawless skin. Highly recommend.” – kellyl14

Star Rating: 4.5*

Want to read more? Read Nude by Nature Natural Mineral Cover Blemish Control Foundation Reviews here…

$42.95 at Nude by Nature

Dermal Therapy Lip Balm Enriched with Manuka Honey

We say: This concentrated formula is designed to heal and hydrate severely dry and chapped lips, so anything less than that will be an easy hydrating fix for this balm. Enriched with MGO 400+ Manuka Honey to soothe and hydrate, a supple pucker is literally one day away. Our tip: slather it on thick for a DIY sleep mask, and wake up with the softest pout possible. 

You say: “This is hands down my favourite lip balm on the market. It is super affordable, available absolutely everywhere and it actually works. It’s super smoothing and hydrating. The flavour is great, nothing too overpowering- very subtle. I have about 5 scattered everywhere and will never go back to another brand!” – zahliamulder

Star Rating: 4.5*

Want to read more? Read Dermal Therapy Lip Balm Enriched with Manuka Honey Reviews here…

$5.49 at Chemist Warehouse

Dermal Therapy Hand Balm

We say: We’re not packing away the thick hydrating hand balms just yet. Because when windy winter ends, sizzling spring begins. And how do you combat year-round dryness? Dermal Therapy; it’s the answer to every dry and sensitive skin concern. The dermatologically-approved balm contains 10 per cent urea and is fortified with vitamin E, for an all-round dryness-fighting formula. 

You say: “I LOVE this hand cream. My skin is especially dry. But my hands are the worst as I’ve got eczema and wash my hands quite a bit. This cream is amazing to moisturise and keep them moisturised throughout the day and is so incredibly affordable. I’ve bought one for each bathroom, the car, my desk at work and in the car too. It’s a perfect size and comes in a handy hygienic squeeze tube. I love that it contains urea, I’m not sure if that’s why it works better than other hand creams, but I cannot fault this hand cream. It smells pleasant and even though it moisturises it leaves hands feeling non greasy and smooth.” – Tylalala

Star Rating: 4.5*

Want to know more? Read Dermal Therapy Hand Balm Reviews here…

$5.99 at Chemist Warehouse

Hemptuary Hemp Soothing Body Balm

We say: If you’re after a body balm that’s going to see you through every stage of life, this is your best bet! From soothing tattoo care, to sensitive dry legs, sore muscles and even diaper rash, it really can do it all. The organic balm is easily (and quickly) worked into your skin giving your skin much-needed hydration and protection. 

You say: “Hemptuary’s Hemp Soothing Body Balm is a skincare gem that’s made a significant impact on my daily routine. Its deep hydration, rich texture, and long-lasting effects make it a top-tier body balm. If you’re looking for a product that doesn’t just moisturise but also soothes and heals, I wholeheartedly recommend giving this one a try. It’s become my trusted companion for keeping my skin healthy, comfortable, and beautifully nourished, and I couldn’t be happier with the results.” – Pinkalicious

Star Rating: 4.5*

Want to know more? Read Hemptuary Hemp Soothing Body Balm Reviews here…

$25.99 at Pharmacy Direct

Hemptuary Hemp Infused Moisturiser

We say: This luxe thick moisturiser can be slathered over your face or body. Completely naturally derived, the benefits of nurturing arnica (if you’re clumsy, this is a bruise-curing godsend) work with a multitude of nourishing, hydrating ingredients (hemp, manuka oil, beeswax and lanolin). Add bonus; it smells of soothing lemongrass. 

You say: “The packaging is simple and fresh looking and has the signature white, gold and green colours of other Hemptuary products. This moisturiser also has a delightful lemongrass fragrance which I love. The moisturiser has a thickish consistency and spreads so easily over my skin. It absorbs quickly and does not leave any greasy or sticky residue. It feels weightless but deeply hydrating. I’ve found that this moisturiser works so well under my foundations giving a nice dewy look. This moisturiser also soothes my skin after using a skin treatment and provides a much needed overnight hydration boost.” – Onlyoni

Star Rating: 4.5*

Want to know more? Read Hemptuary Hemp Infused Moisturiser Reviews here…

$29.99 at Pharmacy Direct

Do you know what your favourite products are? What will you be voting on this year?