My wife and I have watched every episode of this show. One of the things we love is how the contestants and judges aren't out to get each other. There is no winning by trickery. Contestants either make the best makeup or they go home. Because of that perhaps you find them all helping each other and forming friendships. That is just part of what makes the show a joy. The actual competition is fantastic. Even after 13 seasons we find it's just as enjoyable. This season, the 13th is the best one in a while. It shows that just when you can't imagine the show not getting stale and old it manages to be fresh and worth watching.