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Drugstore makeup/ skincare I choose to buy over high end products!
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items Don't be sleeping on the drugstore alternatives! Before I was a makeup artist I bought most of my makeup from the drugstore and these are some of my favorites I've used and still use today!
- Build-A-Brow 2-in-1 Brow Pen and Sealing Gel - Maybelline...
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Face
Eyes
Lips
Skincare
Face
My go to drugstore complexion products
I found this in hopes it would dupe my now discontinued mac cosmetics shape and shade brow pen and it does not disappoint. It doesn't have the powder end but it does come with a clear brown gel instead. Very find tip that makes it easy to get your li...
Build-A-Brow 2-in-1 Brow Pen and Sealing Gel - Maybelline
These are the most similar to the original beauty blender. I like to use these for my dry skin or when I am working on someone with more mature skin. They usually come 2 in a pack and I do enjoy that there is an edge on these instead of the entire th...
Makeup Sponges | RealTechniques.com
I've been using this in my kit for awhile and it's been great! I use to use the brow glue by nyx but sometimes it would dry down and have a bit of a white cast. This drys down clear, has great hold and I like that it's in a pot and I can scoop out wh...
Brow Lift - Clear Eyebrow Gel | e.l.f. Cosmetics
One of my favorite makeup artists based in Toronto suggested this sunscreen because of how light weight it is, doesn't have a white cast and doesn't clog the pores. I've now been using it for a few years. I like the invisible fluid version over the t...
Anthelios UV Tone Invisible Sunscreen SPF 50
I've used and tried a lot of high-end concealer but I keep coming back to this one. It never looks or feels heavy on my skin or under my eyes. I get minimal to no creasing, and I use this all over my face day to day instead of foundation. It's very s...
Instant Age Rewind® Eraser Multi-Use Concealer - Maybelline
Eyes
My go to eye products from the drugstore
If you have not tried this one from the drugstore I suggest you do! I know it is in many mua kits (including mine) as a staple product. I love this for it's waterproof staying power and the wands gives you great volume even if you have small, straigh...
Voluminous Waterproof Volume Building Mascara - Loreal Paris
Ardell Naked Lashes are my jam! These are a must have in my kit and they are a fav for my own personal use. I love them because the band is very thin and lightweight which helps make the lashes look more natural. The hairs are very fine, not plasticy...
Ardell Naked Lash 420, 1 Pair
Lips
My go to drugstore lip products
I discovered these through a beauty podcast I watch called Beautiful and Bothered and they did a PR unboxing of these. They are currently my favorite not only for the low price point but the quality you get. Full pigment, creamy texture, long lasting...
Clean Lip Color | COVERGIRL®
Similar to the Fenty Gloss Bombs but hurts the wallet a lot less! These are very Hydrating and I love how Juicy them leave my lips without feeling sticky or gooey. Nice shade range too
Hydrating Lifter Lip Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid - Maybelline
I feel like these get slept on a lot. I carry a lot of nyx lip liners in my kit because they are not overly creamy which helps them to last longer. The colours are beautiful and the price is a lot better than a $30-$40 lipliner. I go through lip line...
Lip liner Makeup - NYX Cosmetics
Skincare
My go to drugstore skincare products
I've gone through probably 8 jars of this stuff. I use to use the clique take the day away cleansing balm but found I was going through it too quickly and it's expensive. I bought this on a whim and I find it works just like the clique without the ma...
Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
This is great if you have dry skin. I get very dry skin with ance most of the year but I always use a toner in my skincare routine. This alcohol free one is much more gently and less drying on my skin. I use this in my kit as well
Alcohol-Free Daily Face Toner | Neutrogena®
I use the sensitive skin version for myself and my kit. I just apply a small amount to my cotton round and let them sit on my eyes for a few minutes to give the product time to break down the makeup and then I gently wipe it away before going in with...
Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water Skin Care Products
One of my favorite makeup artists based in Toronto suggested this sunscreen because of how light weight it is, doesn't have a white cast and doesn't clog the pores. I've now been using it for a few years. I like the invisible fluid version over the t...
Anthelios UV Tone Invisible Sunscreen SPF 50
I've used this serum on and off for years, and I keep coming back to it. Its a Gel Hyaluronic Acid that helps in boosting moisture in the skin. I've used many types of products like this over the years, but this one always makes my skin feel the best...
Minéral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Booster Serum