Total Beauty

For women everywhere of any age, here is the biggest, most thorough, tried-and-true survey of consumer-tested cosmetic products ever carried out, anywhere in the world.

More than 600 women have spoken: they’ve tested literally thousands of products—over 100 brands, across 32 categories—and have delivered a bona fide shortlist of the most effective and best-value buys. These are the secrets every busy female needs to know, the definitive illustrated guide to fast-track beauty. Which are the real miracle creams, the cellulite treatments that aren’t just hype, the nail polishes that won’t chip in 5 minutes, the tanning creams that don’t turn skin orange? Find out how to achieve maximum results in minimum time, and get insider knowledge of hair cut and color, choosing the perfect fragrance, working out an ideal skincare regime, or applying makeup for day or night. Take a look at the latest state-of-the-art, high-tech options: teeth whitening, non-surgical facelifts, Botox, and collagen. Or choose a holistic approach, with recipes for easy treatments to make at home. And from the experts: the products that international beauty editors can’t do without.