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SKINTASTIC

WINNER: JENNIFER HUDSON

This golden girl dazzles us with her silken complexion and ultrapretty approach to makeup



When I saw Jennifer up close, I was mesmerized by her skin. It transcended the makeup.

—Carter on Hudson’s luminous skin

THE RUNNERS-UP

FROM L TO R:
JILL MARIE JONES & GABRIELLE UNION



MIKKI SAYS…

Do know that a flawless complexion can be yours. Consult with a professional for skintype–specific products and treatments. And once you are given a regimen, stick with it.

Don’t forgo treating and protecting your eyes. To enhance luminosity and diminish fine lines and dark circles, look to a collagen-building eye cream containing retinol and vitamin C.

Do combat the signs of aging (hyperpigmentation,fine lines, loss of firmness). Consider the addition of over-the-counter treatment creams to even, firm and smooth. Your skin care professional can advise you when to look to injectables like Botox or skin smoothers like microdermabrasion.

STELLAR TIPS
get ready for your close-up with advice from Drs. brian and susan Evans
Always use sunscreen

Try licorice extract to lighten dark spots and brighten under-eye darkness

Be consistent with your regimen
Your arsenal should include an exfoliating cleanser, toner and sunscreen. Shown: Refresh Beverly Hills Epi Renewal Cleanser ($11), Acne Clear Toner ($13) and Green Tea Oil Free Sunscreen SPF 30 ($17, all at refreshskin.com), from Dr. Susan’s skin care line.
THE A-LIST
MIKKI TAYLOR, BRIAN EVANS, M.D., SUSAN EVANS, M.D., PIPER CARTER, TYRON MACHHAUSEN, TIPPI SHORTER, & WOURI VICE