11 body and nail care heroes that won in the Glamour Beauty and Wellness Awards 2024
It is safe to say that the body care boom is still booming. Dubbed one of the fastest-growing trends (still on the ascent) by Pinterest, increasingly more consumers are seeking out prestige products that are specifically formulated for the skin on the body.
It makes sense, really, considering that 98% of our skin is below the neck.
With demand comes supply, and the latest breed of body care formulas to hit the market are seriously sophisticated. To help you find the best in class, we joined forces with an expert panel who understand the importance of products dedicated to the skin on our body and its unique needs.
And while our experts whittled down the shortlist, the 11 winners have been decided by you.
From the express fake tan that is nothing short of a miracle to the best body exfoliator in the business – these products are guaranteed to level up your body care routine in no time. And as we pay more attention to our fingertips, too, we reveal the nail care essentials that have won you (and our judges) over.
Scroll to see which body care products and nail care heroes came out on top in the GLAMOUR Beauty & Wellness Power List Awards 2024.
Best body wash
Byoma’s Hydrating Body Wash ticks all our boxes and then some. Jam-packed with barrier-loving ingredients (including prebiotics, squalane and beta glucan), the lightweight gel transforms into a luxurious lather that cleanses and softens skin without stripping away any moisture.
Shortlist:
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash
Best SPF for body
A broad-spectrum SPF that you’ll want to apply, this no-frills formula feels weightless on the skin, leaves no white cast and, with the addition of thermal spring water, moisturises and soothes sun-sensitive skin. Water-resistant and non-sticky, too – what’s not to love?
Shortlist:
Sol de Janeiro Rio Radiance SPF50 Body Oil
Caudalie Vinosun Protect Invisible High Protection Spray SPF50
Shiseido Expert Sun Protector Face & Body Lotion SPF50+
Best body tanner
Express tans are having a major moment – and St Tropez’s gets our vote. This fast-acting, scentless mousse develops in just under an hour, lending limbs a seamless sun-kissed colour that is totally believable. Prefer a deeper tan? Allow two-to-three hours before rinsing.
Shortlist:
Tan-Luxe x Paris Hilton The Future Airbrush 360 Self-Tan Mist
Bondi Sands Technocolor 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam
Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Water
Best body exfoliator
For silky smooth limbs that smell divine, turn your attention to Sol de Janeiro’s Bum Bum Body Scrub. The soft-as-sand formula is free from microplastics, using crushed cupuaçu seeds and sugar crystals to gently buff away dead skin cells, alongside coconut oil and guaraná to ward off dryness.
Shortlist:
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Resurfacing Body Scrub
Mirror Water Buff Body Exfoliator
Best body moisturiser
A cult classic that needs no introduction, Sol de Janeiro’s Bum Bum Cream is adored the world over for its addictive and instantly recognisable almond-pistachio scent. Fragrance aside, the rich buttery cream promises smoother, firmer skin with its powerhouse blend of Amazonian guaraná extract and cupuaçu butter.
Shortlist:
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Daily Hydrating Body Lotion
Dove Essential Care Body Lotion
The Body Shop Shea Body Butter
Best hair removal
A cut above the rest, this must-try razor from Gillette Venus guarantees your smoothest shave yet. With a three-blade head and a soothing gel surround, the razor literally glides over skin to remove all body hair without any irritation, nicks or cuts. Expect seriously silky limbs.
Shortlist:
Veet Pure Inspirations Hair Removal Cream
Philips Lumea IPL Hair Removal 9000
Best hand cream
For hand cream that looks good, smells amazing and actually works, look no further than L’Occitane. Its bestselling Shea Butter Hand Cream soothes and hydrates like no other with its nourishing blend of sustainably sourced organic shea butter, argan oil and coconut oil.
Shortlist:
Rare Beauty Find Comfort Hydrating Hand Cream
Grown Alchemist Restorative Hand Cream
Best body mist
More affordable than an eau de parfum, perfume mists are having a resurgence and Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 68 is the best of the best. Fresh and fruity, this mood-boosting fragrance will instantly transport your senses to the sandy shores of Copacabana with its uplifting combo of pink dragon fruit, lychee and jasmine.
Shortlist:
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Fresh Moisture Mist
Rare Beauty Find Comfort Body & Hair Fragrance Mist
Phlur Vanilla Skin Hair & Body Fragrance Mist
Best colour range
Arguably the most iconic and loved nail polish brand of all time, OPI is renowned for its fast-drying, chip-resistant formulas that come in hundreds of hues (we’re talking 200 plus). Spanning everything from rich reds to pretty pinks, we can’t resist Bubble Bath and Big Apple Red.
Shortlist:
Manucurist Green Natural Nail Polish
Best nail/hand care
No at-home manicure is complete without a few drops of cuticle oil, and Essie’s Apricot Oil is just the ticket. Jam-packed with do-good oils, including apricot kernel, sweet almond and jojoba, this rich formula deeply hydrates and conditions cuticles while protecting nails from dryness.
Shortlist:
OPI Repair Mode Bond Building Nail Serum
CND SolarOil Nail & Cuticle Care
Best press-on nails
The best press-on nails should look natural and go the distance, which is exactly why Kiss Salon’s Acrylic Nails gets our vote. Easy to adhere with seven days’ wear, the nails come in a wide array of shapes and styles with something for everyone. Our go-to design? The classic French tips.
Shortlist:
Lottie London x Chaun Legend Stay Press’d
