Some products are just so good that they become a regular part of our beauty
routine. From skincare to makeup to experiences and beyond, the BURO Beauty
Empties celebrates the best of beauty across every category.
Some products are just so good that they become a
regular part of our beauty routine. From skincare to makeup
to experiences and beyond, the BURO Beauty Empties
celebrates the best of beauty across every category.
As we’re also seeking to award inclusivity and diversity in the beauty industry, the
winners are chosen by you—through your votes—and our hand-picked BURO
Beauty Council members. After four weeks of voting, it’s time to unveil the results of
this year’s awards. Scroll down to discover the 30 products worth adding to your cart!
As we’re also seeking to award inclusivity and diversity
in the beauty industry, the winners are chosen by you—
through your votes—and our hand-picked BURO Beauty
Council members. After four weeks of voting, it’s time to
unveil the results of this year’s awards. Scroll down to
discover the 30 products worth adding to your cart!
SKINCARE
MAKEUP
HAIR
BODY
FRAGRANCE
EXPERIENCE
COUNCIL
BTS
BEAUTY EMPTIES









BEST CLEANSER
TATCHA
The Rice Wash Cleanser
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST TONER/ESSENCE
SK-II
Facial Treatment Essence
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST SERUM
SUNDAY RILEY
Good Genes All-in-One
Lactic Acid Treatment
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST DAY CREAM
SISLEY
All Day All Year
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST YOUTH ELIXIR
ELEMIS
Pro-Collagen Renewal Serum
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST SUNSCREEN
SUPERGOOP!
Every. Single. Face.
Watery Lotion SPF 50
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST OVERNIGHT HYDRATION
GLOW RECIPE
Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FACE OIL
SUNDAY RILEY
Luna Sleeping Night Oil
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST GLOW-UP
DR DENNIS GROSS
Advanced Retinol + Ferulic
Texture Renewal Serum
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST EYE CARE
SK-II
Skinpower Eye Cream
READ OUR REVIEW
MOST INNOVATIVE
ELIZABETH ARDEN
Advanced Ceramide Capsules
Daily Youth Restoring Serum
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST ALL-DAY COVERAGE
NARS
Light Reflecting Foundation
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR KEEPING IT TOGETHER
LAURA MERCIER
Translucent Loose Setting Powder
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST EYESHADOW
NATASHA DENONA
Zendo Eyeshadow Palette
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST EYELINER
KITTIE YIYI BEAUTY
Cross the Line Eyeliner
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR BROWS
BENEFIT COSMETICS
24-Hour Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel
READ OUR REVIEW
MOST IG-WORTHY
RARE BEAUTY
Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST LIP CARE
DIOR
Lip Glow Oil
READ OUR REVIEW
MOST MASK-FRIENDLY LIPSTICK
GUCCI BEAUTY
Rouge à Lèvres Liquide Mat
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST SCALP CARE
YVES ROCHER
Shine Hair Rinsing Vinegar
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR DAMAGED HAIR
DAVINES
Heart of Glass Intense Treatment
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR DRY HAIR
DAVINES
Oi Oil
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST STYLING TOOL
GHD
Platinum+
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR CLEAN HANDS
AĒSOP
Reverence Aromatique Hand Wash
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR SMOOTH SKIN
TANAMERA
Toning Green Coffee Body Scrub
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR HER
DIPTYQUE
Fleur de Peau EDP
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST FOR HIM
HUGO BOSS
The Scent Le Parfum for Him EDP
READ OUR REVIEW
MOST ICONIC
TOM FORD BEAUTY
Black Orchid EDP
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST HAIR SALON
COCODRY
READ OUR REVIEW
BEST BODY RITUAL
GRAND HYATT
KUALA LUMPUR
Essa Spa
READ OUR REVIEW
The BURO Beauty Council is a panel of beauty lovers and content creators joining
you in awarding the best of the best. By trying out and reviewing nominees of the
BURO Beauty Empties, we seek to highlight the most effective ingredients, the
best formulas, and the very innovative technologies available right now in beauty.
The BURO Beauty Council is a panel of beauty lovers and content
creators joining you in awarding the best of the best. By trying out
and reviewing nominees of the BURO Beauty Empties, we seek
to highlight the most effective ingredients, the best formulas, and
the very innovative technologies available right now in beauty.

ALICIA TAN

Content Creator

@aliciatal

Devoted to getting and
maintaining glowing skin,
Alicia’s sweet personality,
creativity and sound beauty
advice has made her a
standout star on YouTube
and social media.

ASH EDWARD

Content Creator

@ashyyedward

Known fondly on TikTok
and Instagram as Ashyy,
Ash fearlessly advocates
for diversity and inclusivity
in beauty by keeping it real
with her relatable content.

HAMMADA BAMADHAJ

Makeup Artist

@hammadart

A talented makeup artist who
won ‘Artist of the Year’ at the
2019 Nyx Cosmetics Malaysia
Face Award, Hammada also
shares the beauty of drag
through presentation and
performance.

QUYA SABRI

Beauty Enthusiast

@quyaquya_

With an eye for beautiful
things, a professional
background in social media
strategy, and a great sense
of humour, Quya develops
aesthetically pleasing
content for beauty and
fashion brands.

SARAH HANI JAMIL

Editor

@sarahhanijamil

Having started her career
as a magazine writer,
Sarah has over 11 years of
experience speaking to
experts and celebrities in
the beauty industry about
the latest trends and
innovations.

REDZHANNA JAZMIN

Beauty Writer

@buromalaysia

Red puts her BSc in
Biomedical Science to
surprisingly good use,
analysing all things beauty
with a hefty helping of
passion, fun, and logic.

ALICIA TAN

Content Creator

@aliciatal

Devoted to getting and
maintaining glowing skin,
Alicia’s sweet personality,
creativity and sound beauty
advice has made her a
standout star on YouTube
and social media.

ASH EDWARD

Content Creator

@ashyyedward

Known fondly on TikTok
and Instagram as Ashyy,
Ash fearlessly advocates
for diversity and inclusivity
in beauty by keeping it real
with her relatable content.

HAMMADA BAMADHAJ

Makeup Artist

@hammadart

A talented makeup artist who
won ‘Artist of the Year’ at the
2019 Nyx Cosmetics Malaysia
Face Award, Hammada also
shares the beauty of drag
through presentation and
performance.

QUYA SABRI

Beauty Enthusiast

@quyaquya_

With an eye for beautiful
things, a professional
background in social media
strategy, and a great sense
of humour, Quya develops
aesthetically pleasing
content for beauty and
fashion brands.

SARAH HANI JAMIL

Editor

@sarahhanijamil

Having started her career
as a magazine writer,
Sarah has over 11 years of
experience speaking to
experts and celebrities in
the beauty industry about
the latest trends and
innovations.

REDZHANNA JAZMIN

Beauty Writer

@buromalaysia

Red puts her BSc in
Biomedical Science to
surprisingly good use,
analysing all things beauty
with a hefty helping of
passion, fun, and logic.

Finding standout beauty gems take time—and the feedback of many beauty
lovers and experts. In September, the BURO Beauty Council gathered to
share what they loved about the textures, formulas, shades, and ingredients
of this year’s nominees. It’s a fun job but also one that’s taken very seriously:
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