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.

ALSO SEE: W&H Beauty Awards 2024 – Best in Home

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 Makeup (eyes)

As judged by our expert panel of beauty gurus, meet the coveted winners of W&H Beauty Awards 2024 Best in Makeup (eyes).

Best mascara

Benefit BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara R515, ARC

‘This mascara is next level amazing. Just one coat gives you defined, luscious lashes!’ – Carishma

Best lash kit

LashXtend DIY Extensions Starter Kit R450, lashxtend.co.za

Best lash growth mascara

MUSTCARA Brown Lash Growth Mascara R415, mustcara.co.za

Best brow mascara

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze R290, ARC

Best lash curler

Essence Lash Curler R69.95, Clicks

Best brow pencil

Catrice Slim’Matic Ultra Precise Brow Pencil Waterproof R75.95, Dis-Chem

‘I am so impressed with this pencil and how it‘s comparable to some very high end brands. Great colour match, so easy to use, lasts all day. Kept reaching for this daily.‘ – Carishma

Best liquid eyeshadow

Stila Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow R475, Superbalist