Allure has announced the winners of its 2014 Best of Beauty Awards, at an event in New York City, which was hosted by the magazine’s editor-in-chief, Linda Wells, and publisher Agnes B. Chapski.

The 242 WINNERS, in 15 categories, are all on the magazine’s website now – and, will be in Allure’s October issue, which hits newsstands September 23rd.

Here’s a few highlights: 

The BIG BREAKTHROUGHS: 16 of the most innovatove product and design introductions of the year – they include: 

Benefit They’re Real Push-Up Liner      
Formula X Press Pods      
CoverGirl UltraSmooth Hair Smoothing Foundation
MAC Masterclass Oval 6 Brush
L’Oreal Paris Makeup Genius App

LIPS: Nars Audacious Lipstick in Rita
HAIR: Garnier Fructis Damage Eraser Fortifying Shampoo and Conditioner
SKIN: Elure Advanced Brightening Lotion
BEST BEAUTY STEAL: Nugg Hydrating, Revitalizing, and Deep Cleansing Face Masks

Photos: Benefit They’re Real Push-Up Liner;  Formula X Press Pods; and Nars Audacious Lipstick in Rita.