This year we went bigger, better and bolder, with new categories and a fantastic array of local products and brands. Here are the coveted winners that have earned a permanent spot on our vanities – and why it’s this year’s holy grail.
Beauty Awards 2024 judges
Meet the expert panel of beauty gurus who determined the W&H Beauty Awards 2024 winners:
Leandri Wahl, W&H Beauty Editor
Jade Smith, W&H Beauty & Content Director
Dr Lauren Knight, Specialist Dermatologist
Carishma Basday, Actor, presenter & content creator
Danielle Weakley, Founder of Influence Studio
Candice-Lee Kannemeyer, Specialist Beauty Writer
Zesipho Mncwango, Content creator
W&H Beauty Awards 2024 – Best in Bodycare
As judged by our expert beauty panel, meet the coveted winners of W&H Beauty Awards 2024 Best in Bodycare:
Best shower gel
NUXE Rêve de Miel Face and Body Ultra-Rich Cleansing Gel R555, orleanscosmetics.co.za
‘Soap-free, it leaves my skin feeling clean but beautifully nourished. Love the honey smell.’ – Jade
Best eczema-prone body lotion
Cetaphil Pro Eczema- Prone Skin Restoring Moisturizer R454, Clicks
Best oil-rich moisturiser
Clere 2-in-1 Crème and Tissue Oil Pack R59.99, Clicks
Best body sunscreen
Bioderma Photoderm Lait Ultra SPF50 R695, Dis-Chem
Best hair- removal kit
Waxit Secret of Smooth Kit R890, waxit.co.za
Best brightening body butter
Standard Beauty Faded Brightening Body Butter R255, standard-beauty.co.za
‘A sweet-smelling, ultra-effective body butter that nourishes while it brightens. I’ve discovered my new go-to’. – Leandri
Best tissue oil
SOiL Pure Tissue Oil R180, Dis-Chem
Best hand wash
Biobodi Tea Tree Hand Wash R99.99, Faithful To Nature
Best renewing body wash
lelive Clean Slate Cleanse + Renew Body Wash R289, leliveafrica.com
Best body oil for stretch marks
Happy Event Body Oil R124.99, Clicks
Best shaving oil
Tree Hut Moroccan Rose Moisturising Shave Oil R400, Clicks
‘There’s a reason why this is still a firm favourite, and that’s because it works. It provides the perfect slip that helps to avoid nicks and cuts while leaving your skin silky smooth and hydrated.’ – Leandri.
Best smoothing body lotion
BodiDoc Tissue Oil Cream + Urea R64.95, Dis-Chem
‘The slightly medicinal and herbaceous aroma to the cream is such an ingenious way of affirming that this product is indeed “just what the doctor ordered”.’ – Zesipho
Best body brush
Aurora Dry Body Brush R279, aurorawellbeing.co.za
‘Best body brush I’ve EVER used! Makes my skin feel amazing, soft and smooth.’ – Candice
Best electric toothbrush
Pomadent Sonic Toothbrush R2499, pomadent.co.za
‘The ultimate way to elevate your oral routine. I also love that you can choose between two brush heads to suit your comfort level’. – Leandri
Best body shimmer
Willem Shimmer Me Body Cream R440, willembeauty.co.za
‘This gives that Hollywood red carpet glow.’ – Jade
Best lotion for the whole family
Down to Earth All Over Body Lotion R139.95, Wellness Warehouse
‘Love the natural scent and how nourishing it is. Also love that they are 100% natural and organic.’ – Candice
Best body scrub
ENOUGH. Caffeine & Essential Oil Body Scrub R300, its-enough.com
‘Brilliant concept; love that those discarded coffee grounds are going to good use.’ – Jade
Best sensitive deodorant
Pure Beginnings Mineral Roll On Deodorant R59.95, Dis-Chem
‘Perfect for sensitive armpits, and contains no nasties.’ – Jade
Best multi-use body oil
Dr. Hauschka Rose Nurturing Body Oil R595, drhauschka.co.za
‘More than just a body oil, this formula soothes the senses and lightly scents your skin for a complete therapeutic experience.’ – Leandri
Best tan-eraser
Skinny Tan Miracle Tan Eraser R399, betterforyou.co.za
’For when you’ve gone too heavy on the self-tan, this is a lifesaver!’ – Jade
Best fragrance foam bath
Playgirl Spa Foam Bath Bliss R74.99, Checkers.
Best intimate area care
Skinstem V-Kit R750, skinstem.co.za
‘Lovely niche product. Uniquely positioned, making intimate care simple and accessible’ – Dr Lauren
Best replenishing body lotion
Dove Body Love Light Care Body Lotion R99.99, Clicks
Best moisturiser for dry skin
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Daily Hydrating Body Lotion R549, Woolworths
Best self-tan
Caribbeantan Tan In A Can Gradual Self-Tan Aerosol R112, Clicks
Best for ingrown hair
Lele Feminine Ingrown Hair Serum R289, lelefeminine.com
Best rich body butter
Weleda Skin Food Body Butter R525, weleda.co.za
Best exfoliating body lotion
REN AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum R990, Woolworths
‘I’ve tried and failed to find anything that works as well as this formula. Say goodbye to bumps, rough patches and even keratosis pilaris (aka chicken skin) – this serum gives it the boot overnight.’ – Leandri
Best smoothing body wash
Pastry Glycolic Acid Body Wash R315, pastryskincare.co.za
Woman&Home Beauty Awards 2024 were sponsored by Skin Renewal and Aperol Spritz.
