Affordable doesn’t mean average. These are my tried-and-true drugstore makeup, skincare, and self-care staples that truly perform. As a licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist, I only recommend products that meet my standards for quality,...
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Foundation / Tints
Brows
Blush / Bronzer
Mascara
Lips
Setting Spray
Foundation / Tints
Foundation choices for light to medium buildable coverage!
Turn up your skin with Maybelline's Super Stay 24H Skin Tint + Vitamin C. This longwear skin tint delivers skin-like coverage and a natural, radiant finish while resisting sweat, humidity and fading.
118 Super Stay 24H Skin Tint + Vitamin C - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Maybelline's Super Stay Up to 30HR Wear Lumi-Matte Longwear Foundation infused with amino acids! Breathable coverage with a luminous matte finish, in 24 shades!
220 Super Stay Up to 30HR Wear Lumi-Matte Longwear Foundation - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Brows
Define those brows as they frame your face!
This ultra-fine eyebrow pencil creates precisely defined brows—without skipping or tugging.
Available in soft matte and glowy finishes. Infused with mango butter, almond butter, & shea butter, it doesn't get any butta than this. Our fade & transfer-resistant formula provides up to 12 hours of wear. Vegan and cruelty-free.
NYX Buttermelt Powder Blush, 12HR Wear, Vegan
Cream Bronzer
Milani Cheek Kiss Cream Bronzer-110 Hey Honey
Cream Blush
Milani Cheek Kiss Cream Blush & Lip Tint
Bronzer
NYX Matte Buttermelt Bronzer, Vegan, Light Medium
Mascara
These mascaras are in my makeup kit!
In my makeup artist kit!
L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Mascara Carbon Black
Great for volume and length! Also, in my makeup kit.
L'Oreal Lash Paradise Mascara, Blackest Black
Lips
Great lip options for less $
The best nude lip color!
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick - 35 Cheeky
Love this line of lip color that stays put but doesn't dry out your lips.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick - 15 Peachy
Love this line of lip color that stays put but doesn't dry out your lips.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick - 20 Coy
Love this line of lip color that stays put but doesn't dry out your lips.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick - 120 Punchy
Love this line of lip color that stays put but doesn't dry out your lips.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick - 115 Peppy
Love this line of lip color that stays put but doesn't dry out your lips.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick - 95 Captivated
Love this line of lip color that stays put but doesn't dry out your lips.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick - 100 Charmed
This Maybelline lip liner features a new moisture-locking formula with Hyaluronic Acid and Jojoba Oil to deliver a smooth feel without tugging; the sharpenable tip delivers ultra-precise lines that are easily blendable too.
Maybelline Lifter Liner Lip Liner Pencil with Hyaluronic Acid - Line Leader - 0.04oz
Setting Spray
Tried and true products by pro makeup artists!
Many pro makeup artists have this in their kit!
L'Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Setting Spray
Skin Treatments
Spot treatments, Toner
Best drugstore spot treatment! I've even used them on bug bites.
Help that winter skin! Thayers Milky Hydrating Face Toner with Snow Mushroom and Hyaluronic Acid delivers 48 hours of hydration leaving skin feeling soft, cushioned, and hydrated. Alcohol-free and suitable for sensitive skin.
Milky Hydrating Face Toner with Snow Mushroom and Hyaluronic Acid - Thayers
Makeup Remover / Micellar Water
I use this on my myself and on my clients! Best Micellar Water on the market.
In my pro makeup kit and in my personal arsenal!
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water
Moisturizing makeup remover
Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water
Makeup Brushes / Tools
Work just as well or better than the more expensive ones!
Work just as well as the more expensive ones!
AOA Studio 6pc Latex-Free Makeup Sponges
Best-selling makeup sponge offers a natural, dewy finish, and its micro-fine pores help create a seamless base with light to medium coverage. This makeup sponge has RT's unique 3-point application technique that makes blending products seamless.
Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge Set of 4
Foundation brush for streak free application and dense bristles for buffing into the skin.
Real Techniques Expert Face Foundation Brush
Great starter set! Includes 4 Brushes & 2 Makeup Sponges, For Foundation, Blush, Bronzer, Contour, Eyeshadow, & Powder. Travel Gift Set. Cruelty-Free & Vegan.
Real Techniques 6 Pc Everyday Essentials Set
For Eyeshadow & Liner. Makeup Tools for Shaping, Defining, & Grooming Brows. Synthetic Bristles, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, 3 Count.
Real Techniques Eye Shade & Blend Brush Trio
The Real Techniques Full Beat Brush Set includes 4 multi-use makeup brushes to conceal, blend, set and highlight for a complete face and eye look.
Full Beat Makeup Brush Set - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
The Real Techniques Cheek Hugging Contour Brush sculpts, bronzes and defines with precision. Its sloped, angled brush head naturally fits the curves of your face to create soft definition or a more dramatic contoured look.
Cheek Hugging Contour Brush - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
False Lashes
Personal and pro favorites in my kit!
I love the naked line from Ardell! 420's are a client fave too - give both volume and length.
Ardell Naked Lashes 420 Multipack, 4 Pairs
Great natural lashes to give length!
Ardell False Eyelashes Natural 110, 6 Pair
These lashes give a fuller look offering both volume and length.
Ardell Naked Strip Lashes 421, 4 Pairs
Pre-mapped lash clusters and may be easier for application for some who stuggle with strip lashes.
Ardell Pre-Mapped Cat Eye Lash Kit 4-Pack
The OG fluffy lash! These are full lashes and offer a cat eye look.
Ardell 5 Count Wispies Black Strip Lashes
Easy application with these individual lash clusters! Customize your look!
Ardell Naked Clusters 437, 50 DIY Lash Clusters
Body Care
Body products that work!
When used consistently, your skin glows!
Gold Bond Age Renew Retinol Overnight Lotion 13oz
Great body lotion for keeping skin hydrated with Omega-3 fatty acids! Consistency is key in use to see results.
Gold Bond Age Renew Crepe Corrector Lotion 14oz
Take care of those hands!
Gold Bond Age Renew Crepe Corrector Hand Cream 3oz
Teeth Whitening
I've used these products for years, and it shows, especially when my dental hygienist asks how I get my teeth so white! :)
My go-to teeth whitening!
Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects, 22 Treatments
For those with sensitivity.
Crest 3D Whitestrips Sensitive Teeth Whitening Kit, 18 Treatments
