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Best Skincare Products of 2026: The Art of Skin Care Client Choice Awards

Dr. Esthé Enzyme Deep Clear Powder Wash surrounded by rich, airy cleansing foam, highlighting its gentle exfoliating and deep-cleansing formula.

The products you loved most this year


And the Winners Are…


You know great skincare when you find it. And in 2026, you made your favorites beautifully clear.


These are the best skincare products of 2026, chosen by the people who matter most: you. For our 2026 Client Choice Awards, we looked at what you purchased most, what you kept coming back for, and which products earned your highest praise in reviews.


These aren't our estheticians' picks. They're yours, backed by real purchases, glowing reviews, and the products you couldn't stop recommending to friends.

The 2026 Client Choice Winners at a Glance

  1. Most Loved Cleanser: Dr. Esthé Enzyme Deep Clear Powder Wash
  2. Bestselling Serum: Epicutis Lipid Serum
  3. Customer Favorite Moisturizer: skinbetter science Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment
  4. Most Loved Sunscreen: EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
  5. Most Repurchased Product: Face Reality Ultra Gentle Cleanser
  6. Rising Star of 2026: KrX Neck Lift Intensive Firming Neck Cream
  7. Biggest Obsession of 2026: KrX Jelly Mist
  8. Best Little Something Extra: Derma Revive Triple Action Sheet Mask.
  9. The Wow Factor Award: HOP+ Caviplla+O2 Advanced Volumizing Serum.
  10. Acne Clients’ Favorite Comfort: GlyMed Plus Comfort Cream.
  11. Best New Arrival of 2026: Le Mieux Ceramide Lip Glaze
  12. Best Spa Night In: Sorella Apothecary Pear Enzyme Glaze

Most Loved Cleanser

Dr. Esthé Enzyme Deep Clear Powder Wash


162 Five-Star Reviews | 98% Recommend


Who knew a powder cleanser could inspire so much love?


Dr. Esthé Enzyme Deep Clear Powder Wash has earned a devoted following for delivering a deep, satisfying cleanse without leaving skin feeling stripped.


Just add water, and the powder transforms into a rich, creamy lather that helps lift away dead skin cells, excess oil, and pore-clogging debris. Customers love how smooth, soft, and refreshed their skin feels afterward.


Reviewers also appreciate its versatility. It works as both a daily cleanser and an exfoliating mask, and the powder format makes it a natural travel companion.


Why Customers Love It: A deep clean without the tight, dry feeling, plus smoother texture, cleaner-looking pores, and gentle exfoliation.

Bestselling Serum

Epicutis Lipid Serum


31 Five-Star Reviews | 97% Recommend


If there's one thing our customers love, it's skin that looks and feels healthy. Epicutis Lipid Serum has become a favorite for delivering exactly that.


This luxurious serum is celebrated for deep hydration, calming the appearance of redness, and supporting the skin's moisture barrier.


Customers describe their skin as softer, smoother, and beautifully dewy. Many say it's their go-to when skin feels irritated, dehydrated, or stressed.


Reviewers acknowledge it's an investment, and many agree that a little goes a long way. For some, it's become the one serum they simply won't go without.


Why Customers Love It: Beautiful hydration, calmer-looking skin, and a healthy glow that keeps customers coming back.

Customer Favorite Moisturizer

skinbetter science Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment


10 Five-Star Reviews | 91% Recommend


Newer to Art of Skin Care, and already winning hearts.


skinbetter science Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment quickly became a customer favorite for balanced, lasting hydration that never feels heavy.


Customers love how it leaves skin soft, comfortable, and nourished. It's the kind of everyday moisturizer that slips effortlessly into your routine and keeps your skin feeling consistently cared for.


In Your Words:

"By far my favorite moisturizer! I switch to the Trio Luxe in winter but this is my go-to the rest of the year." — Bobbi S.


Why Customers Love It: Comfortable, balanced hydration that leaves skin soft, supple, and healthy without unnecessary heaviness.

Most Loved Sunscreen

EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46


3 Five-Star Reviews | 100% Recommend


The best sunscreen is the one you actually look forward to wearing every day. And EltaMD UV Clear is already making a big impression!


This newcomer to Art of Skin Care has only a handful of reviews so far, but the early feedback is glowing. Customers love its lightweight, creamy texture and how comfortably it wears throughout the day. It layers beautifully under makeup, never feels greasy, and is quickly winning over customers with sensitive or breakout-prone skin.


In Your Words:

"EltaMD is the only sunscreen I use now. Does not make me red or bumpy. I've tried others but this is the one. Goes on so light, creamy and easy and feels like my own skin." 

— Lorre L.


Why Customers Love It: Lightweight daily sun protection, a comfortable feel under makeup, and an impressive start with customers who have struggled to find their perfect SPF.

Most Repurchased Product

Face Reality Ultra Gentle Cleanser


Art of Skin Care's #1 Bestselling Product


831 Five-Star Reviews | 99% Recommend


Some skincare products become favorites. Others become essentials you simply can't live without. Face Reality Ultra Gentle Cleanser is both.


It's the #1 bestselling and most repurchased product at Art of Skin Care, and its reviews tell us exactly why.


Customers love how thoroughly it cleanses without leaving skin tight, dry, or stripped. A favorite with sensitive and acne-prone skin, this gentle formula removes makeup and everyday impurities while leaving skin comfortable and balanced.


Many reviewers have used it for years, returning to the same trusted cleanser again and again. It's proof that the most loved skincare products are often the ones that do the basics exceptionally well.


Why Customers Love It: Gentle, effective cleansing, excellent value, and a dependable formula that earns its place in your routine year after year.

Rising Star of 2026

KrX Neck Lift Intensive Firming Neck Cream


35 Five-Star Reviews | 96% Recommend


One of the year's most exciting discoveries wasn't for the face at all.


KrX Neck Lift Intensive Firming Neck Cream quickly built a loyal following among customers who want a smoother, firmer-looking neck with less visible crepiness and fewer fine lines.


Customers rave about its rich, silky texture and how little product each application needs. With consistent use, many report a neck that looks smoother, feels more hydrated, and appears firmer.


Reviewers also appreciate that it absorbs comfortably and delivers a luxurious treatment experience without the premium price tag of many neck creams.


Why Customers Love It: Smoother-looking, more hydrated neck skin, visibly improved crepey texture, and a formula that keeps customers coming back.

Biggest Obsession of 2026

KrX Jelly Mist Spray On Gel


24 Five-Star Reviews | 93% Recommend


Every year, one product inspires a little extra excitement. In 2026, KrX Jelly Mist earned that distinction.


This refreshing facial mist quickly became one of our most talked-about new favorites, with enthusiastic reviews pouring in from customers who can't get enough.


Customers love the instant burst of hydration and how soft, smooth, and refreshed their skin feels after every spritz. The surest sign of a true obsession? Many say they reach for it several times a day.


In Your Words:

"I love how refreshing and hydrating this feels on my skin, and it leaves my face feeling so soft and smooth! I spray it on multiple times a day... can't get enough of it!" —Margy H.


Why Customers Love It: Refreshing hydration, beautifully soft skin, and a feel-good formula that's hard to put down.

Best Little Something Extra

Derma Revive Triple Action Sheet Mask


48 Five-Star Reviews | 98% Recommend


Sometimes the best part of a skincare routine is the little extra you add just for yourself. In 2026, this was the one you reached for.


Derma Revive Triple Action Sheet Mask leaves skin deeply hydrated, soft, and refreshed with a glow you can see the moment you peel it off. Customers love the cool, soothing feel and the breathable mesh fabric that lets the generous serum soak in comfortably.


Reviewers also appreciate the thoughtful extras. Each mask comes with a separate neck piece, so your neck gets the same care as your face. Plenty of serum remains after use to pat into your skin.


Many say the plumper-looking, radiant results build with repeated use. That’s why so many customers have turned a little indulgence into a regular ritual.


Why Customers Love It: Instant hydration, a cooling and soothing feel, a visible glow, and a bonus neck mask that makes every use feel like a spa moment.

The Wow Factor Award

HOP+ Caviplla+O2 Advanced Volumizing Serum


222 Five-Star Reviews | 97% Recommend


Sometimes the best part of a skincare routine is the little extra you add just for yourself. In 2026, this was the one you reached for.


Derma Revive Triple Action Sheet Mask leaves skin deeply hydrated, soft, and refreshed with a glow you can see the moment you peel it off. Customers love the cool, soothing feel and the breathable mesh fabric that lets the generous serum soak in comfortably.


Reviewers also appreciate the thoughtful extras. Each mask comes with a separate neck piece, so your neck gets the same care as your face. Plenty of serum remains after use to pat into your skin.


Many say the plumper-looking, radiant results build with repeated use. That’s why so many customers have turned a little indulgence into a regular ritual.


Why Customers Love It: Instant hydration, a cooling and soothing feel, a visible glow, and a bonus neck mask that makes every use feel like a spa moment.

Acne Clients’ Favorite Comfort

GlyMed Plus Comfort Cream


83 Five-Star Reviews | 96% Recommend


Calm, comfortable, beautifully hydrated skin, even while you’re clearing breakouts. That’s why our acne clients with dry skin call this their can’t-live-without moisturizer.


Clearing acne often means using active treatments that leave skin feeling parched. GlyMed Plus Comfort Cream has become the answer for so many of you. It’s deeply moisturizing yet smooth and lightweight, so it hydrates thoroughly without ever feeling heavy or greasy.


Reviewers love its creamy, unscented formula and how well it suits sensitive, acne-prone, and dry skin. Many reach for it after active treatments and through the drier winter months, when skin needs a little extra care.


And once customers find it, they tend to stay. Most reviewers say it’s become their go-to moisturizer, order after order.


Why Customers Love It: Deep, comforting hydration that never feels heavy, an unscented formula sensitive skin welcomes, and a perfect partner for acne treatments.

Best New Arrival of 2026

Le Mieux Ceramide Lip Glaze


8 Five-Star Reviews | 100% Recommend


Soft, smooth, beautifully hydrated lips with just the right touch of shine. Our newest lip product won hearts almost overnight.


Le Mieux Ceramide Lip Glaze joined Art of Skin Care only recently, and it’s already earned a perfect recommend rating. Customers love that it does more than add gloss. It delivers real, lasting hydration that leaves lips noticeably softer and plumper-looking.


And the softness stays. Even after the shine wears off, reviewers say their lips still feel smooth and cared for.


In Your Words:

“I’ve tried so many lip treatments and most just sits on top of the lip and are glossy but this one actually hydrates and leaves my lips feeling the softest they’ve ever been with the right amount of shine. Even after wiping it off, my lips are so soft and plump. I love it!” —Desnique C.


Why Customers Love It: Real hydration rather than surface shine, the softest-feeling lips, and a glossy finish that looks polished without feeling sticky.

Best Spa Night In

Sorella Apothecary Pear Enzyme Glaze


4 Five-Star Reviews | 100% Recommend


Smoother, brighter, glowing skin and a few minutes that feel entirely your own. This new arrival turned an ordinary evening into a spa night.


Sorella Apothecary Pear Enzyme Glaze is so new to Art of Skin Care that its reviews are just beginning to roll in, but every one of them is five stars. Customers love the refreshing, light scent and the cooling glaze with a gentle tingle that tells you the fruit enzymes are at work.


It’s easy to apply and easy to rinse away. In just a few minutes, it cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates at once, leaving skin tone and texture looking visibly more refined.


In Your Words:

“Pear Enzyme Glaze feels like a tropical spa day in a jar. The light scent is refreshing, the glaze is cooling with a little bit of a tingling sensation... Improves the look of skin tone and texture. A wonderful cleansing, exfoliating and hydrating start to my Sunday night skincare routine.” —Melissa V.


Why Customers Love It: A refreshing, spa-worthy ritual that leaves skin smoother, brighter, and hydrated in just minutes.


What Made These the Best Skincare Products of 2026?


The best skincare products earn loyalty by doing three things well: they deliver visible results, feel wonderful to use every day, and suit the skin they're used on. Every 2026 winner earned its place through repeat purchases, high ratings, and reviews from real Art of Skin Care customers.


Some deliver the gentle, dependable care that makes them everyday essentials. Others bring something new and exciting to your routine. Your purchases, repeat orders, and thoughtful reviews help other skincare lovers discover products that might become their new favorites, too.


And we love seeing what earns a permanent place in your routine.


What Made These the Best Skincare Products of 2026?


The best skincare products earn loyalty by doing three things well: they deliver visible results, feel wonderful to use every day, and suit the skin they're used on. Every 2026 winner earned its place through repeat purchases, high ratings, and reviews from real Art of Skin Care customers.


Some deliver the gentle, dependable care that makes them everyday essentials. Others bring something new and exciting to your routine. Your purchases, repeat orders, and thoughtful reviews help other skincare lovers discover products that might become their new favorites, too.


And we love seeing what earns a permanent place in your routine.


Find Your Next Skincare Favorite


Whether you're restocking a tried-and-true essential or curious about one of this year's rising stars, our 2026 Client Choice winners are a wonderful place to start.


Even the most highly rated product isn't the right match for every skin type. Already shopping with us? If you're not sure which winner belongs in your routine, our licensed estheticians would love to help. Start a complimentary consultation and we'll match the right products to your skin.

Coming Soon: The 2026 Art of Skin Care Innovation Awards


You've chosen your favorites. Next, it's our estheticians' turn.


In a few weeks, we'll reveal the skincare innovations that most impressed our professional team in 2026, from exciting new formulations to advanced skincare technology. We can't wait to share the products that earned our expert recognition.


Here's to healthy skin and another year of discovering products worth loving.


Jeana and the Art of Skin Care Team

Best Skincare Products of 2026: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the best skincare products for my skin type

Start with your skin type and your main goal, then choose products formulated for both. The best skincare products for oily or acne-prone skin differ from those for dry, sensitive or mature skin. A licensed esthetician can assess your skin and build a routine for you, which is often faster and less costly than trial and error.

Are highly rated skincare products right for everyone?

No. Even the best skincare products with hundreds of five-star reviews will not suit every skin type. Reviews show what works for many people, but ingredient tolerance, skin sensitivity and your current routine all affect results. Patch test anything new and introduce one product at a time so you can tell exactly what your skin loves.

How long should I use a new skincare product before seeing results?

Give most new products four to six weeks before judging results, since that covers roughly one skin renewal cycle, and longer for mature skin. Hydrating serums and mists can feel different right away, while the best skincare products for texture, firmness or breakouts need consistent daily use over several weeks to show visible change.

Is more expensive skincare always better?

No, price alone does not make a product better. The best skincare products pair proven ingredients with smart formulation at any price point. Some of our most repurchased products are among the most affordable, while some investment serums earn their price because a little goes a long way. Choose based on ingredients and results, not price.

What skincare products should everyone use?

Every routine benefits from three basics: a gentle cleanser used morning and night, a moisturizer suited to your skin type, and a daily broad-spectrum sunscreen. These are the best skincare products to invest in first, because they protect your skin barrier and support every treatment product you add later.

Author

Artof Skin Care founder, Jeana LeClerc

Jeana LeClerc, LE

Jeana LeClerc is a licensed esthetician, Certified Acne Specialist, and the founder and CEO of Art of Skin Care. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in regenerative, science-backed skincare as a holistic alternative to invasive anti-aging treatments. Jeana is passionate about helping clients achieve lasting skin transformation through personalized routines, professional-grade products, and expert guidance. Through her blog and consultations, she empowers clients to achieve radiant, resilient skin at every stage of life.